Cover....................................1 A Letter From Brian..............2 Church Life...........................3 Adult Ministry........................4 Marriage & Family.................5 Student Ministry...................6 Children’s Ministry................7 j

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TSTHECONNECTIONChurch of the Foothills August 2013

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fruitful summer

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Letter from Brian

GOD + YOU = FRUITFUL SUMMERe summer of 2013 will soon be coming to a close. And because you partnered with God, it’s been very fruitful! Once again so many of you were generous with your time, your skills and abilities, and your "nancial support. And when God sees that kind of dedication and commitment, he throws the full weight of his in#uence behind it. 2 Chronicles 16:9 proclaims, “For the eyes of the Lord move to and fro throughout the earth that He may strongly support those whose heart is completely His” (NASB).

Let me just celebrate a few of our fruitful moments this summer so far:

• Our Sunday school program #owed very smoothly even though the construction repairs displaced many classes. anks to an awesome cadre of teachers who demonstrated #exibility and a spirit of adventure.

• Seventy-one of our Junior and Senior High students advanced their faith at summer camp at Alliance Redwoods. And a few of our younger musicians carried the worship torch making summer camp super special this year. Way to go guys!

• Sports Camp had its most successful year ever. One hundred staff working with nearly 250 students saw 30 eternal addresses change. Fiy-"ve percent of those in attendance were not from our church. at’s a victory!!

• Neighborhood Bible Clubs took the love and good news of Jesus directly into nearly a dozen neighborhoods around our foothill region. is brand new effort was very fruitful, as host homes became lighthouses of truth. At the time I’m writing this article we’ve already seen eight children give their lives to Jesus.

• is past month, two of our courageous women traveled to Spain to partner with our Alliance Missionaries to engage the students there in e Bridge class (thanks Candi and Deanna).

• Also this past month close to 100 students and adults once again ministered in areas near Ensenada, Mexico providing needed construction support and spiritual encouragement.

is kind of fruitfulness is the result of God "nding people like you who are willing to be faithful and commit your time, talent and treasure toward his agenda in our community to see people connect to Jesus and grown to love and serve him!

anks for your faithfulness all summer long…

Brian Sr. PastorChurch of the Foothills

Church Life

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FOOTHILLS FAMILIES’ EXCHANGEAs summer ends and the kids head back to school, pass on your unused items. It can be almost anything—furniture, garden items, kitchen items, appliances, camping equipment. Heading off to college and need some furniture? Need to clear that room for a new use? List it on Exchange. Just email your info (photos preferred) to exchange@cotf.org or call (530) 676-7916. Keep up with the latest at cotf.org under Resources.

PICNIC ON THE PATIOSUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 AT 5PMJoin us for another celebration of baptisms and child dedications out on the patio! Bring a picnic meal for your family to enjoy. If you would like to be baptized or have a child dedicated, please contact Jennifer at jennifer@cotf.org or call the church office at (530) 677-3057.

Reeve-Knight Construction will be making repairs to our Education Center. e building will be closed June through September. Church of the Foothills thanks Reeve-Knight for their generosity and attention in this matter.*Please note, no church funds are being spent to make these repairs. Questions? Contact Pastor Dan Russell (dan@cotf.org) or Josiah O’Loughlin (josiah@cotf.org).

EXCUSE OUR DUST

SUNDAYS AT CHURCH OF THE FOOTHILLS...

WORSHIP SERVICESLive!, 8, 9:30, & 11amAcoustic Service, 9:30am in The ChapelTraditional Service, 11am in The ChapelRe:new, 9:30 & 11am

YOUTHNursery, 8, 9:30 & 11amChildren’s Sunday School, 8, 9:30 & 11amStudent Service, 10:45am

ADULTSFor information on Classes, see page 4 or contact Pastor Sam: sam@cotf.org or (530) 677-3057.

We are excited to announce that this year’s study will be Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of God  by Henry Blackaby! For more than 15 years, the Lord has used Experiencing God  in His work, showing believers how to know Him intimately while encouraging them to step out in faith and join Him in His work. God has used this study to transform millions of lives, and we know He wil l use it to intensify our relationship to Him as well.

e Tuesday morning group meets 8:45-11am. We start with fellowship around a brunch buffet and then move into our large group time of singing and either a testimony or a teaching lesson.  is year our three teachers are Nancy Curtis, Sara Clouse, and Nancy Murphy.  Aer that, we move into our table time where we meet in small groups, a time to share our questions and insights. e Wednesday evening group meets 7-8:30pm and hears the taped message from Tuesday morning. e evening schedule is slightly modi"ed, but equally meaningful. Both groups provide wonderful opportunities for social interaction, spiritual growth, and maximizing your Christian experience.JOIN US BEGINNING TUESDAY, SEPT. 10 & WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 11.

WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY PREPARING

FOR NEW STUDY:

Adult Ministry

Samuel Parsons, Pastor of Adult Ministry: sam@cotf.org Cindy Long, Administrative Assistant: cindy@cotf.org

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FALL 2013 CLASSES:The Bible, Constitution, & Christian RepublicExplore the Biblical roots of the Constitution.Sundays, Aug. 18 - Oct. 13 at 11am in room 101Sign up on the patio Sundays, August 4 & 11.

Financial Peace UniversitySign up on the patio Sundays, Sept. 22 - Oct. 6.Preview Class: Sunday, Sept. 29 at 9:30am in room 305.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ANY ADULT MINISTRIES OR EVENTS, CONTACT PASTOR SAM. WE’D LOVE TO GET YOU INVOLVED!

FALL 2013 SMALL GROUPS:Small GroupsJoin a weekly small group, meeting in homes from Placerville, Shingle Springs, Cameron Park, El Dorado Hills, and Folsom. is is a great way to make new friends and feel a part of a friendship group. Sign-ups begin Sunday, August 18 on the patio!*Small Groups include the sermon-based study.

GriefShare (a support group)Your Journey from Mourning to Joy Mondays, beginning September 30, location TBDFor more information, contact Sue McGlaughlin at 530-677-5149 or Dave Morrison at 530-350-0945.

Woman to Woman (for women only)Mondays, Sept. 9 - Nov. 4, 6:30-9pm, location TBDFor more information, call Teresa Lee at 916-216-0830.

MEN’S MINISTRY12th Annual Golf TournamentMonday, October 14, 2013Look for details coming soon!

Family CampUnion Valley Reservoir, August 23 | 24 | 25Sign up for a tent/RV space. Get more information Sundays at the Men’s Ministry table or call Steve Crawford at 916-541-7447.

Marriage & Family

Phil Christiansen, Pastor of Marriage & Family: phil@cotf.org Kim Marfia, Administrative Assistant: kim@cotf.org

Our marriage coaches are here to help couples develop even better, stronger and healthier marriages. Each one of our coaches has completed a 30-week training course with the American Association of Christian Counselors. While they’re not trained therapists, they are equipped to love, encourage and challenge you so you can grow. If you want to make your marriage even better, please give Don and Faye a call at (530) 677-3057 x299 and they will get you connected right away!

MARRIED WITH MUNCHKINS(for couples with children through preschool)

Reminder: is group is on break for summer. We’ll resume the Heartfelt Discipline study on Wednesday, September 4th.Our group is hoping to expand! If you’d like to join us, we meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month at 6pm at the Christiansen’s place. We’ll share a potluck dinner then worship together before study. As always, bring your munchkins. Childcare is provided. For more details and to get on the evite list, please email Kim at kim@cotf.org.

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MARRIED IN THE MIDDLEWe’re having a potluck 5:30-8:30pm on Saturday, August 24th at the home of Kevin & Dianne Pascoe. Call to RSVP and get your dish assignment (916) 934-0956.  Married in the Middle is for married couples ages 40ish to 60ish (if you don't need a babysitter for your kids any more and you haven't retired you're perfect!) who would like to meet other couples in a fun and casual setting.  We hope you'll join us!

Reminder: is group is on break for summer. We’ll resume the Song of Solomon series on Monday, September 9th.We would love to expand our group! If you would like to join us, we meet on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at the

Christiansen’s place. Snacks and social start around 6:30pm and our discussion will begin about 7pm. You will never regret investing in your spouse and your marriage, so get in the mix now! Email Kim at kim@cotf.org for details.

YOUNG MARRIEDS(for couples in their first few years)

Focal Point Student Ministry

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Danny Basham, Pastor of Student Ministry: danny@cotf.org Jason Vesely, Director of Junior High: jason@cotf.orgHeather Datus, Administrative Assistant: heather@cotf.org

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We had a blast serving in Mexico. Thanks for your prayers & support!

SAVE THE DATE:FALL RETREAT 2013Open to all Junior High students! Friday, October 4th to Sunday, October 6th in Coloma, CA. Watch for registration to begin aer school starts – you won't want to miss out!

THANKS!A great muchas gracias to Tracy Pipkin and her amazing kitchen crew for a fantastic Mexico Fundraiser dinner. What a wonderful meal! And, thank you to all who supported our Mexico Missionaries by buying tickets & donating funds.

A pool-full of thanks goes to our pool party hosts for the summer. e Monroes & the Sherrods opened their homes each week & allowed us to take over for a few hours of fun in the pool, great BBQ food, & fellowship with each other. We appreciate their generous hospitality!

BACK TO SCHOOL SCHEDULESStarting August 7th, High School Focal Point will be back on campus 7-9pm every Wednesday.

High School Back-to-School Luau will be Wednesday, August 21st. Watch for details!Starting August 22nd, Jr. High Focal Point will be back on campus 6:30-8:30pm every ursday.Also remember to join us every Sunday at 10:45am! Jr. High and High School meet together in the Student Lounge.

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Children’s Ministry

Holly Paplow, Administrative Assistant: hollycotf@yahoo.comPatty Herrera, Director of Children’s Ministry: patty@cotf.org Dee Michel, Director of Early Childhood Edu.: dee@cotf.org

AWANA 2013-2014

AWANA is a weekly Bible study club for kids, ages preschool through high school.   e 2013-14 club year begins Tuesday, September 10th.   Registration begins in August:

August 11:Priority registration for children of registered volunteers

August 18 - September 9: Clubber registration online

In order to admit all children seeking to learn about Christ, we need plenty of adults willing to serve as small group leaders. Learn more by going to the Awana page under Ministries at cotf.org.

NOTICE:SUNDAY SCHOOLDue to repairs being made in our Education Center, our preschool and elementary classes are meeting in the Family Life Center. Look for signs guiding you to our new temporary locations. ere are also temporary tents next to the Worship Center where 4th & 5th grades will meet during the 9:30am service and 3rd-5th grades will meet during the 11am service.

*See “Excuse Our Dust” (page 3) for info. on these repairs.

Each morning during the week of June 24, the Merrychase Campus was bustling with 240 excited campers eager to learn new sport skills, hear character lessons, and learn who Jesus was and what he did for all of us. Elementary campers participated in baseball, basketball, dance, #ag football, games, gymnastics, soccer, and Taekwondo. Preschool campers had a chance to try a different sport each day.

God blessed us with 100 wonderful volunteers. Returning volunteers and new, eager-to-serve volunteers "lled the positions of Bible teachers, music leaders, coaches, assistant coaches, registration crew, kitchen crew, tech crew, preschool leaders, photographers, and nurses.

It takes many dedicated people to make Sports Camp a success. We do it because it gives us the chance to present the Gospel to children who might never get the chance to come to church. Over 55% of our campers do not attend Church of the Foothills. Many had never heard of the Bible or Jesus. is year thirty children accepted Jesus and seven more rededicated themselves to following Jesus. If we had only reached one camper, it would have been worth it.

Our heartfelt thanks goes out to our camper parents and grandparents who faithfully brought us their children. We would also like to thank our volunteers, church office staff, maintenance staff, and ministry staff for making Sports Camp possible.

SPORTS CAMP: NEWS FROM KEVIN & DIANNE PASCOE

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Church of the Foothills3939 Cambridge Road, Suite 230Cameron Park, CA 95682

of theCHURCHFOOTHILLSWe exist to connect people to Jesus and help them grow to love and serve Him.

SERVICES & TIMESLive! @ 8:00, 9:30 & 11:00amLive teaching & worship styles re"ecting the spectrum of people who gather

Re:new @ 9:30 & 11:00amFresh worship music, relevant Biblical teaching, and a smaller, more intimate space

e Chapel @ 9:30 & 11amAn acoustic feel for all ages at 9:30am and a traditional service at 11am

LOCATIONSMerrychase Campus2380 Merrychase DriveCameron Park, CA 95682

Re:new Site4060 Flying C RoadCameron Park, CA 95682

Administrative Offices3939 Cambridge RoadCameron Park, CA 95682

CONTACTPhone(530) 677-3057

Fax(530) 677-4959

Emailinfo@cotf.org

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