September 2023 Bulletin
Upcoming Events ➔
September 6th • How to Study the Bible: 1 Corinthians, Every Other Wednesday, 7:00-8:30 PM
Join us for an in-depth study of 1 Corinthians where Todd will be teaching us how to study the Bible. For those who join, our hope is that everyone leaves with a greater love for God's Word, a better ability to study it, and the joy of being transformed through it. This group will meet every other Wednesday from 7:00-8:30 PM in the South MPR starting on September 6th.
September 10 • Student Ministry Parent Meeting, 12:00-1:00 PM
If you are a parent of a middle schooler and/or a high schooler, you are invited to join us at our student ministry parent meeting after service on Sunday, September 10th.
Come hear about our vision for the school year and get to know your student's leaders. We will discuss what discipleship looks like in Student Ministry and present ways that parents can become further involved. Our hope is that we would be able to update you on where we are and where we are headed.
September 10 • Member Dinner Potluck, 5:00-7:00 PM
Our quarterly member dinners provide time to build relationships with each other by sharing a meal, taking the Lord’s Supper, giving church updates, and celebrating what the Lord has done and is doing in the life of Cornerstone.
Please let us know whether or not you can make it to the dinner by RSVPing by September 6th. If you are able to make it, please let us know what dish you plan to bring on the potluck signup sheet!
September 11 • Overcomer’s Outreach, Mondays, 6:30 PM
“Set Free” Overcomer’s Outreach Meeting is a Christian 12-Step Support Group for Alcoholics and Addicts discovering freedom from active addiction through the power of Jesus Christ using God’s authoritative Word.
This group meets every Monday in the South MPR (Jack’s Shoes). For more information, please contact 818.421.9186
September 12 • Monthly Elder Prayer Night , 7:00-8:00 PM
If you are struggling with illness or feel disheartened, overwhelmed, etc., we invite you to join the elders on Tuesday evening in the MPR from 7:00-8:00 pm so that they can pray over you. If you are unable to make it in person, you can submit a prayer request below. We would love to pray for you!
September 12 • Women of the Word, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00 PM
This 12-week study is for women who will be going through Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds by Jen Wilkin. During this time our hope is to learn how to study the Bible so that it transforms our hearts and lives. In addition, we will be putting what we've learned into practice by studying the book of Titus together. This group will meet every Tuesday from 6:30-8:00 PM in the Sanctuary.
September 17 • All Church Picnic, 4:00-7:00 PM
Everyone is invited to join us for our All-Church BBQ on September 17th from 4:00-7:00pm in Cornerstone’s main parking lot.
Dinner will be provided as well as activities for the whole family to enjoy. Additionally, Student Ministries will be hosting their annual Powder Paint Color War for any student attending The Rock (High School) or Impact (Middle School).
September 23 • Children’s Hunger Fund Food Pak Event, 9:00-11:00 AM
This event is for the entire family and will be held at the CHF Sylmar distribution center. We will be filling Food Paks while learning about the needs of the recipients.
Afterward, you are encouraged to visit the Poverty Encounter to see a glimpse of God’s love for the underprivileged. Please plan for 30-60 minutes. Cost is $7. (If this is prohibitive, there is a scholarship fund for Cornerstone.) *Note: Lunch will not be provided.
For more information about Children’s Hunger Fund, visit: childrenshungerfund.org
October 27 • Trunk or Treat, 6:00-8:00 PM
Click on the button below if you are interested in reserving a spot for a decorated trunk for Trunk or Treat! You can come as early as 2:00pm on Friday, October 27th to start decorating your trunk. It's first come, first serve, so you can choose your spot when you arrive (trunks that require electricity will be reserved prior).
Gatherings
Monthly Elder Prayer Night (every second Tuesday): If you are struggling with illness or feel disheartened, overwhelmed, etc., — we invite you to join the elders so they can pray over you.
Quarterly Member Dinners: Our quarterly all-member dinners provide time to build relationships with each other by sharing a meal, taking the Lord’s Supper, giving church updates, and celebrating what the Lord has done and is doing in the life of Cornerstone. Learn more about membership here.
Cornerstone Community Groups: We have several community groups that gather each week. If you’re interested in joining a group, see our community page for more information. We’d love to connect with you and get you plugged in!
Student Ministries: Impact (Middle School) meets weekly on Tuesday nights, and The Rock (High School) meets weekly on Wednesday nights. Visit our student ministries and events pages for more information on time and location!
Resources
New to Cornerstone?
If you’re new here to Cornerstone, we would love to connect with you! You can fill out an online connect card, and someone on our team will reach out to you as soon as possible! If you need a Bible, please feel free to ask any of our ushers for one or head over to the information table in the main lobby.
About us
We are a multi-ethnic, multi-generational community of disciples, who are seeking to learn from Jesus, trust Jesus, become like Jesus, and help others do the same. Our mission is to give every individual an accurate picture of God by helping those who believe become fully devoted followers of Christ.
Sermon Notes & Community Group Questions
Every week, we provide Community Guides based on each Sunday’s teaching; they include a portion on the Lord’s Supper, a sermon overview, questions for you to discuss as a group, and missionary practices for the week ahead. As your whole community gathers (in-person or online), use the guides to help give shape to your time together.
Need prayer? We would love to know how to pray for you.
Interested in becoming a member of Cornerstone? We believe that membership is the commitment to being a disciple and making disciples of others (Matt. 28:18-20) in partnership with the other members and elders of Cornerstone.
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