HIGHLIGHTED ANNOUNCEMENTS
CONSTRUCTION WORK ALONG CLAIREMONT DRIVE – Construction work continues along Clairemont Drive and, because of barriers they’ve put up, it is impossible to turn left onto Galveston. If you are coming down Clairemont Drive from Balboa, you can go to Denver Street and do a U-turn to come back up toward the church. This construction does look to be in place for some months to come.
LIVING WATERS GIFT BAG-FILLING PARTY – February 11, (THIS SUNDAY following the baptism) in the Fellowship Hall Please join us in filling the ‘We See You’ Valentine gift bags after the second service in Fellowship Hall.
PRIMETIMERS LUNCHEON – All seniors, please join us for our special Valentine’s Day lunch and celebration. PLEASE NOTE: Because of how many have been coming, we are changing the location to Fellowship Hall starting on Wednesday, February 14 at noon. Please sign up on the back of your Welcome Card.
CEBC MEN & WOMEN SERVICE PROJECT – We are partnering with Generate Hope, a Christian-based organization rescuing women from sex trafficking. This workday will be on Saturday March 23rd, from 8:15am to 5pm. For more information, contact planners: Bob Thomas 619-203-8604, Jona Dumitru 619-232-2258, Brooke Dumitru 619-553-6578, or John Belcher 619-993-3549.
READ THROUGH THE BIBLE – Whether you want to read through the Bible in a year or just keep track of your reading, we have a small half-sheet of paper that allows you to mark off every chapter you read. These will be available at the welcome table this Sunday!
THE MISSIONS COURSE AT CLAIREMONT EMMANUEL – started THIS PAST SUNDAY, January 21st from 3:30 – 6PM. Cost per person $50. You can register on-line through the Missions Course at themissionscourse. com/inpersonregistration/clairemontemmanuel. We believe God has an important role for you – and our Church – to play in The Great Commission. The Missions Course exists to help us discover (or be reminded of) that. Formatted as a six-week course, The Missions Course will talk about God’s heart for the nations and invite you to discover and play your role in it – whether here or overseas! We will now be offering a children’s program during that time – also on missions. Also, if you have a friend you think might be interested, send them the link above and encourage them to join us. WE WILL NOT MEET THIS SUNDAY AFTERNOON, BUT WE WILL MEET ON FEBRUARY 18, 25, AND MARCH 3.
MINISTRY TABLES – If you are a leader of one of our many ministries and would like a table on the patio, contact the office (619-276-1922) to schedule a Sunday!
INDIAN HILLS FAMILY DAY – All are welcome to join us for a day of fun outdoor activities on Saturday, February 24th from 10am-2pm at Indian Hills Camp in Jamul. Invite your friends! Registration can be found on our website. We will be joined by families from ECTLC and Living Waters/Strong Families ministry. The entrance cost is $15 per person (age 0-5 free) and lunch will be provided. Scholarships are available. We’d like everyone to be able to be there!
EMMANUEL WOMEN RETREAT – The CEBC women are heading out to Pine Valley March 1-3 for a weekend retreat! We’ll be joining in with other churches from the region but have our own room for Emmanuel Women gatherings Friday-Sunday. Join us for the weekend or for Saturday only. We’ll be at our ministry table on the patio today, with retreat packets, what to bring lists, and carpool lists – and we’re ready to help you with your individual registration!
LIVING WATERS/STRONG FAMILIES MINISTRY is requesting new or gently used Christian children’s books to be provided at our monthly free family events. They can be dropped off anytime with Jeanie Presley at 4347 Mt Henry Ave, San Diego, CA 92117.
LIVING WATERS/’WE SEE YOU’ MINISTRY is asking for gently used warm clothing and blankets. Donations can be dropped off at any time at Solway Church 4747 Soledad Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92109 or Presley home.
2024 TITHE BOOKS are available to pick up in the foyer by the stairs to the Ark level. If you cannot find your name and would like a book, contact Lois at 619-276-1922.
MEN'S MINISTRY – Guy's Survey! The Men’s Ministry team wants to know how we can better serve you. Please stop by our table (on the patio) to fill out our survey to share your needs. Also today, the Men’s ministry “leverage your life” groups will be on the patio in between services to offer men opportunities to get plugged in with other guys in various settings ranging from golf to surfing to pickle ball and more.
LIVING WATERS MINISTRIES requests donations of individually wrapped candy to include in our AWANA and We See You Valentines gift bags. Donations can be brought to Presley family or dropped off anytime at 4347 Mount Henry Ave. Also, please join us 2/11 after second service in Fellowship Hall to help fill our gift bags.
PRAYER AND ENCOURAGEMENT – Especially during these next weeks, between now and Christmas, if you’re aware of people who are sick or stuck at home or just lonely, pray for them and give them a call. Many of them have been contacted by you and been so encouraged! Will you pick someone from our church family to especially pray for this week and please call them or drop them a note to let them know you love them and are praying for them.
“SAFE FAMILIES FOR CHILDREN” is a Christ-centered organization that provides safe, temporary homes for families in crisis. “Safe Families” works through volunteers that are willing to become “Host Families.” These volunteers open up their homes temporarily to children in our community who are experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, etc. or whose parents are dealing with a crisis of their own, without any support. The intent is to provide safe shelter for the children, relief and support to the parent(s), and ultimately to help strengthen the family and get them back on their feet.
If you are interested in getting more information or becoming a volunteer “Host Family”, please contact Jona (858-232-2258) or Brooke Dumitru (951-553-6578).
SENIOR MINISTRY – If someone has availability during the morning to sit with member Gwen Soderberg as she gets back on her feet. She would welcome the company and needs a morning 'nudge' to eat and get moving. Anyone that can assist during the weekdays (typically from 9-10am) can call or text Sonja D'Anneo, who is coordinating helpers at 858-775-4365.
WELCOME CARDS – are located at the Welcome Table on the patio or in the acrylic containers on the wall in the back of the sanctuary. Please take one and fill it out if you’d like a call from a pastor, if you have a prayer request, or if you’d like to be added to our email list, etc. Once filled out, put the cards in the white offering boxes on the wall in the sanctuary. You can also sign up and share a prayer request on-line at www.clairemontemmanuel.com .
CHILDREN MINISTRY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED – A lot of children are a blessing. That also means that we have need for a lot of volunteers to help out. Some folks have responded (Thank you!!) but we are still looking for dedicated leaders to minister to our children on Sunday mornings. Contact Susan Robinson at 619-985-5188. Specific updated needs are listed below.
Harbor (10:05-12:05)
Kindergarten through 5th Grade
Harbor Assistant (4)
1-2 Sundays per month
Help with check-in, bathroom breaks, and help in classrooms when needed
Kindergarten helper (1)
1 Sunday per month
Assist with classroom management while the teacher leads the lesson
Worship Leader (1)
1 Sunday per month
Lead the music during large group worship (leading motions along with videos is fine!)
Ark (10:05-12:05)
Babies through Preschool Age
Ark Assistant (4)
1-2 Sunday per month
Help with check-in/out, bathroom breaks, and help in classrooms when needed
Baby / Monkey Room helper (2)
1 Sunday per month
Care for babies during
Preschool / Toucan Room helper (1)
1 Sunday per month
Assist with classroom management while the teacher leads the lesson
Special Needs leader (2)
2 Sundays per month
Be a “buddy” for a child with special needs
AV MINISTRY – Men and women! If you are looking for a ministry and (especially if you have a background in technology/ sound), contact Pastor Zach (858-322-2105) or one of the guys in the sound booth and let them know you’d like to join the team. We have recently lost a couple folks who have moved away and are looking for some others to help in this area!
COFFEE MINISTRY - Do you love coffee, donuts, and people? We would love for you to join us in serving Sunday mornings, once a month, with the coffee ministry. Please contact John Kirk at john.f.kirk@gmail.com or 858-531-3695.
HELP WANTED! - AWANA greatly needs a few more dedicated volunteers to listen to our amazing children recite their Bible Verses on Wednesday evenings! For EXTRA blessings, you could even listen to AWANA verses from 6PM – 7PM prior to worshiping the LORD with your amazing voices at the Church choir practice (beginning at 7PM). Please speak with Timothy Hulbert for more information.
SMALL GROUP – Adults only small group meeting every other Friday night from 7PM-8PM to review and discuss the sermon notes from the previous week’s sermon, prayer and fellowship in a home-based small group at 5336 Winthrop Street in Clairemont. Contact Kevin or Mary Lightcap if you have any questions at 619-750-1150. This small group just recently started, but if you’re looking for a group, please contact them ASAP!
CLAIREMONT EMMANUEL VETERANS GROUP – If you are a veteran or active military, you should at least be aware of this group. CLICK HERE TO SEE THE PDF with all the information. If you would like more information or have questions contact Dana at danaretired@gmail.com.
FRANKLIN GRAHAM IN CHULA VISTA – Graham will do an evangelistic crusade on Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 5PM at the North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre (2050 Entertainment Circle, Chula Vista, CA 91911).
NANNYING – One of our Young Career gals, Abbie Bishop, is currently teaching grade school at an international school in Ecuador, working at the same school where Christine Passmore is principal. Aaron Passmore, Christine’s husband, will be joining our CEBC pastoral staff on September 1 of this year. He oversees the ministry of the school and a number of other ministries. Abbie will return to San Diego in June and is looking to possibly nanny for a family. If you’re interested, you can contact Abbie directly at 909-257-1676.
JOB OPENINGS
PRESCHOOL TEACHING POSITION – Full-time position open for Teacher Assistant at Grace Kids Preschool, a faith-based center, located in the North Park area. Minimum of 6 units early childhood education classes required. $18-$20 an hour, depending on experience and units. Contact CEBC member Mary Moser at
mary@gracekidspreschool.com
DIRECTOR OF RECRUITMENT AND ADMISSIONS – Pacific Theological Seminary in San Diego is seeking a part-time Director of Recruitment and Admissions. The director’s primary responsibilities will include identifying, cultivating and recruiting a growing number of students to the seminary and to actively generate and foster influencers and stakeholders to become partners in the mission of the seminary. If you have questions about this position you can talk with CEBC member Dave Redelings (858-228-0785). Please email Seminary President Kent Eaton at kent.eaton@pacificseminary.org to apply. Download Job Description at https://www.pacificseminary.org/jobs
MOTHERS OF PRE-SCHOOLERS PROGRAM at Canyon View Church of Christ at Balboa and Clairemont Drive, is looking for 1-3 more employees. It is every other Wednesday from 9:15-11:45. The pay is $40/week. You must be 18, with a valid ID, pass a background check, and fill out an I-9. If you’re interested, please contact Sheri Allen at SheridanLane16@gmail.com, 619-972-2656.
Other Announcements
ALL WOMEN are invited to a dedicated time of prayer each week on Thursdays at Tracy Rickert’s home at 1:45PM. Contact Tracy for more information at 619-376-0553.
SEE SOMEONE YOU DON’T RECOGNIZE AT CHURCH? – Please don’t assume that someone else will greet them. Will YOU go up and introduce yourself to them and welcome them this Sunday at Clairemont Emmanuel!!
GUYS GAME DAY – On the FIRST Saturday of the month (NEXT TIME will be Saturday, March 2) (from 9:30AM – 11:30AM, following the guy’s breakfast) we’ll be having an outdoor game time with pickleball and spike ball for guys aged 13 and up. ALL SKILL LEVELS ARE WELCOME. Two courts on the west side of Fellowship Hall, lower area – outside of the Youth Room. Learn to play, learn strategy to improve your game, and open play. Paddles are available or bring your own. If you have any question, call, or text Russ VandeVegte at 619-990-9643 or Dan Cassels at 619-972-5976.
OTHER GUY CONNECTIONS – Men, pick one of these groups and join in – especially this summer!
1. Men’s golf group - Mark Ritter (541-219-9184). Going again soon!
2. Inductive Bible Study method - David Wu (619-913-3021) Saturdays 730-8:30AM
3. Men’s Surf / Breakfast club - Mike Uyboco (619-770-0348) Wednesday mornings 5:30AM.
4. Running Club - Charles Yin (619-581-0073) currently forming, will determine day/time.
5. Tuesday morning Bible study, 6:30AM. Paul Champlain (619-209-1237)
6. Thursday morning book club, 6:30AM. Paul Champlain (619-209-1237)
7. Thursday “Happy Hour”. Bay Hill Tavern. 5PM. Todd Simpson (858-717-2939)
8. Saturday Morning Men’s Prayer Breakfast. Saturday morning - except for the 1st Saturday of the month. Fellowship Hall, 7AM. Byron Harrold (619-890-4393)
9. Grace Book Club. CEBC. Bruce Payne, (858-220-4865)
10. Guys Game Saturdays. Pickle Ball, etc. 1st Saturday morning of each month, following the men’s prayer breakfast Russ VandeVegte 619-990-9643 or Dan Cassels (619-972-5976).
INTERESTED IN JOINING A SMALL GROUP? Would you like to start or join a small group? Participants decide the frequency and scope of their gatherings. Small groups meet together for fellowship, prayer, and Bible study. Small groups are an integral part of our church community. Most meet regularly in the home of a group member. It may include dinner from time-to-time. If you haven’t found a group in your area, please let us know! Call or text Pastor Kenny (619-508-3785) or Sean Hibbs (619-920-4196).
CO-ED PICKLE BALL AT CEBC – on the third Saturday of the month (next time will be Saturday, February 17) Pickleball games and lessons will be available for men and women aged 13 and up from 8:30AM - 10:30AM. All skill levels are welcome. Two courts on the west side of the Fellowship Hall, lower area. Learn to play, learn strategy to improve your game and open play. Paddles available or bring your own. If you have any questions, text or call Dan Cassels (619-972-5976) or Russ Van de Vegte (619-990-9643).
PRAYER AND ENCOURAGEMENT – If you’re aware of people who are sick, or stuck at home, or just lonely, pray for them and, by all means, give them a call! Many of them have been contacted by you and been so encouraged! Will you pick someone from our church family to especially pray for this week and please call them or drop them a note to let them know you love them and are praying for them.
AFTER-SERVICE PRAYER – We will continue to invite people to come forward for prayer at the end of the service. Please know that this is an invitation for you to come forward and pray about anything that God has put on your heart. Of course to know the Lord, or to make spiritual decisions, but also to pray for anything personal you’d like prayer for. You might have a special prayer request for family, friends, work, etc. Maybe it’s on your heart to come and pray for our pastors, missionaries, staff, youth, children, or one of our other ministries, etc. Our team is available to pray with you about anything God puts on your heart. Please come and join us.
USED CAR FOR SALE - A woman from the church has a 2006 Murano with 117K miles that she will be selling soon. If interested, contact Pastor Kenny.
DOG UP FOR ADOPTION - A Rhodesian Ridgeback is looking for a home. If interested, contact Gail Higgins at 858-449-0401.
Other Ministry Opportunities
LIVING WATERS is requesting donations of individually wrapped candy to include in our ‘We See You’ and AWANA Valentine’s gift bags. Donations can be brought to Presley family at church or dropped off anytime at 4347 Mt Henry Ave, San Diego, CA 92117. ALSO, please join us in filling the ‘We See You’ gift bags after the second service in Fellowship Hall on Sunday February 11th.
LIVING WATERS/STRONG FAMILIES MINISTRY is requesting new or gently used Christian children’s books to be provided at our monthly free family events. They can be dropped off anytime with Jeanie Presley at 4347 Mt Henry Ave, San Diego, CA 92117.
LIVING WATERS/WE SEE YOU MINISTRY is asking for gently used warm clothing and blankets. Donations can be dropped off at any time at Solway Church 4747 Soledad Mountain Rd, San Diego, CA 92109 or Presley home.
WRITE A LETTER/CARD – Some of our senior would LOVE to hear from you. It doesn’t need to be long – just short and sweet – these folks would be ministered to when they find out you’re thinking of them:
Gloria Anderson, Villa Lorena, 14640 Via Fiesta, San Diego, CA 92127
Andy and Ruth Anderson, 6969 Bacontree Way, San Diego, CA 92111
Dave Costantino, 4560 Miami Way, San Diego, CA 92117
Dean and Dona Fitzgerald, 2340 4th Ave #12, San Diego, CA 92108
Mary Gibsen, 8515 Costa Verde Blvd #1206, San Diego, CA 92122
Diane Hebert, 1543 Galveston St, San Diego, CA 92110
Connie Mitchell, 4650 Mt. Laudo Dr, San Diego, CA 92117
Henry and Sue Redmon, 4271 Caledonia Dr., San Diego, CA 92111
Gwen Soderberg, 4473 Charger Blvd., San Diego, CA 92117
Ken and JoAnn Wadleigh, 4806 Clairemont Dr, San Diego, CA 92117
If you know of others to add here, please text names and addresses to Pastor Kenny.
AV MINISTRY – If you are looking for a ministry and (especially if you have a background in technology/ sound), contact Michael Schenk via email mikeschenk@me.com or Stephen Carpenter in the sound booth and let them know you’d like to join the team.
“SAFE FAMILIES FOR CHILDREN” is a Christ-centered organization that provides safe, temporary homes for families in crisis. “Safe Families” works through volunteers that are willing to become “Host Families.” These volunteers open up their homes temporarily to children in our community who are experiencing homelessness, domestic violence, etc. or whose parents are dealing with a crisis of their own, without any support. The intent is to provide safe shelter for the children, relief and support to the parent(s), and ultimately to help strengthen the family and get them back on their feet.
If you are interested in getting more information or becoming a volunteer “Host Family”, please contact Jona (858-232-2258) or Brooke Dumitru (951-553-6578).
WEEKEND TO REMEMBER MARRIAGE WEEKEND - Here is the link with information for the Weekend to Remember marriage conference. Here’s the link to register or for more information:
https://www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=brand-search&utm_content=bogo-spring-24&utm_campaign=wtr&utm_term=weekend%20to%20remember&gad_source=1
There are multiple locations and dates for Southern California:
· Anaheim 3/8-3/10
· Redondo Beach 3/15-3/17
· Ventura Beach 4/19-4/21
· San Diego 11/22-11/24
If you put Clairemont Emmanuel (CEBC) as the group name you’re signing up under, we can potentially get points to go toward a free registration in the future and we could then we can use that for a scholarship.
SILENT VOICES –Although they do not have a table on the patio, we have the opportunity to help restock the Silent Voices pantry with baby supplies (diapers, blankets, baby wipes, personal hygiene items, clothing, etc.). Silent Voices is a Christian pro-life pregnancy center founded and run by member Sharon Pearce, that provides life-affirming alternatives to abortion, and support to mothers and babies in our community who need help. If you have any questions about the ministry outreach, please contact Sharon Pearce (619-851-5336) or Paul Champlin (619-209-1237).
GREETING AND USHERING – If you are interested in greeting and ushering, talk to Pastor Eloy on Sunday morning or to Timothy Hulbert (first service) or Justin Hoech (second service).
EMBRACE GRACE – Clairemont Emmanuel is kicking off another semester for our ministry/small group of Embrace Grace. This group provides emotional, practical, and spiritual support for single, young pregnant women who find themselves in an unexpected pregnancy. The primary goal of Embrace Grace is to empower the church to be a safe and nonjudgmental place for these young women to run to when they find out they are pregnant, instead of the last place they are welcomed because of shame and guilt. It is a 12-week program that teaches them about God’s love and grace, and at the end we will give them a baby shower to honor them for choosing life and to help provide for their baby’s needs.
We need your help! Would you prayerfully consider coming alongside us as we launch this ministry and serve weekly in the group meetings, or consider serving at the events that are a part of this program? For more information on Embrace Grace ministries, please visit www.embracegrace.com. If you would like to learn more about how you can get involved, please contact Nancy Wiseman (770-630-8540), who is heading up this group at our church.
2024 Class Schedule
· All classes are held in The Upper Room from 2-5PM
· Text Pastor Kenny (619-508-3785) if you’re interested in reserving a spot for any of these classes.
· Our goal is that every member takes each one of the classes.
NO CLASS IN FEBRUARY – THE MISSONS COURSE
March 10 Membership Class
April 21 Discipleship Class
HOUSING
WANTED – CEBC SINGLE GAL to join two other single gals in sharing apartment.
SINGLE CEBC GAL WITH CAT – Looking for a room to rent or to help share expenses.
CEBC YOUNG ADULT GUY HAS A BEDROOM TO RENT - The apartment is in the La Mesa area, just off the 8 freeway.
For any information on the above, contact Kenny.