October 2024 Bulletin
Events:
Monthly Elder Prayer Night • October 8th, 7:00PM • MPR
If you are struggling with illness or feel disheartened, overwhelmed, etc., we invite you to join the elders from 7:00-8:00 PM in the MPR so that they can pray over you. If you cannot make it in person, you can submit a prayer request online. We would love to pray for you! Submit a prayer request here.
Life Workshop - Navigating Politics • October 13th, 1:00-3:00PM • South MPR
All are welcome to join us for this workshop about how Christians should view and engage with politics and government. Through Scripture we will be able to gain a theological framework regarding this topic and also learn some tips for practical application. We hope that you will connect with us in learning about God’s sovereignty over all things - including politics!
Forever Found Freedom Gala • October 13th
On Sunday, October 13th our local partner Forever Found will be celebrating their 14th Annual Freedom Gala. You are invited to hear about the impact Forever Found has made in the lives of at-risk youth and victims of child trafficking. Through their preventative and restorative programs Forever Found is able to care for these youth by providing for their physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. The purpose of this gala is to promote awareness and raise funds so they can continue expanding their work. Tickets are limited and will sell out quickly! Visit foreverfound.org to register.
Spiritual Habits - Evangelism • October 19th, 9:00-11:00AM • South MPR
The main focus of our Spiritual Habits class is to present one discipline from Scripture and provide you the opportunity to learn and grow in that discipline with others. This month, join us on October 19th in the South MPR (Jack’s Shoes) to learn about [topic]. Scan the QR code to register!
Trunk or Treat • October 25th, 6:00-8:00PM • Main Parking Lot
Trunk or Treat is a special outreach event hosted by Cornerstone in order to connect with our families and our community. Our hope is that anyone attending will encounter Jesus through our hospitality and the way we celebrate His victory over all things. Food, activities, and an evening full of fun for the whole family is what you can expect if you join Cornerstone on October 25th from 6-8pm in the main parking lot!
If you would like to volunteer or reserve a spot for a decorated trunk, please scan the QR code or visit cornerstonesimi.com/events. Please consider donating candy for this event. Donations can be dropped off in room 7 on Sundays at 10am or to the main office during hours (Tues-Thurs: 9am-12pm, 1pm-4pm).
Save the Date!
The Rock High School Winter Camp • January 17-20 @ Hume Lake
Impact Junior High Winter Camp • February 7-9 @ Thousand Pines
For more information on all Student Ministry events & registration, please visit our Student Ministry webpage!
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.
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!
Embracing the Journey for Widows: Embracing the Journey is a fellowship group for widows embracing the journey of widowhood. This group gathers once a month for encouragement, support, social activities, and bible studies. For more details, please call (805) 581-9532
Overcomer’s Outreach: (Mondays in the South MPR from 6:30-7:30 PM) “Set Free” Overcomers 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. For more information, please contact (805) 581-9532
Resources
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