CONNECTIONS

Jesus is Risen! Because He is risen we are set free from our sins, death and Satan. We are going to celebrate Easter today with a message title—“You Are Way Maker” from Acts 2:22-36. You can live stream the sermon and access the outline from this link on Sunday: https://www.sgvconnections.com/

Being Led by the Spirit: We will hold this class on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. through zoom. The lesson is—“The Spirit @ Work in Sanctification. Please check your email for the zoom link on Sunday.

All Vibrant Community groups are canceled until further notice. We encouraged the groups to use Zoom to hold their meetings.

AGAPE CARING CENTER

4/15 Blood Drive: During this Covid-19 pandemic there is a shortage of blood supply. Therefore, American Red Cross is accepting blood donation at our Youth Center on 4/15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please see the attached e-flyer for detail and sign up with Karen; karenduh@gmail.com or text her at 626-230-8823

U.S. Census 2020: Respond to the 2020 Census now, either during virtual meetings, email blast, or via social media postings.Please respond online at my2020census.gov or by calling 844-330-2020. Anyone over the age of 15 can respond for the household.

YOUTH

He is Risen!!! Happy Easter.

Sunday Service: Pastor Ben will be sharing on the topic “Living Hope”. The sermon will be livestreamed at 9:30 a.m. with a link on our website @fecsgv.wixsite.com/youth.

Sunday School: There will be Zoom meeting for Sunday School this week at 11:30 a.m. All Jr. High Students will be with Pastor Ben on the topic “Faith”. All Freshman and Sophomore Students will be with Auntie Anni, Auntie Virg, Auntie Vicky, they will be playing a Jeopardy Game on the book “The Case for the Creator”. All Junior and Senior Students will be with Dr. Glenn “What's the big deal about Jesus' resurrection?”. All Zoom links to the meetings will be posted on our website @fecsgv.wixsite.com/youth/coronavirus-updates.

Friday Night Fellowship (Good Friday) 4.10.20: There will be a Zoom Meeting for Friday Night Fellowship Small Group this week at 8 p.m. The topic for all is “God is Praying for Us”. Jr. High Boys will be with Uncle Roland. Jr. High Girls will be with Auntie Angela and Auntie Esther. Freshmen and Sophomores will be with Pastor Ben. Juniors will be with Auntie Anni. Lastly Seniors will be with Jason Lui. After you meet we will hold a Good Friday special communion @ 9:20 p.m. Please prepare crackers and juice for the communion. All Zoom links to the meetings will be posted on our website @fecsgv.wixsite.com/youth/coronavirus-updates.

*Stories*: We need stories about your encounter with God. For example, a miracle that happened in your life or how you met God. If you have one,share it!

Devotions: There are devotions that Pastor Ben has provided on our website @fecsgv.wixsite.com/youth/our-community-resources.

IMPORTANT! If you need any help please contact pastor Ben atben.poli@fecsgv.org,fecsgv.cia@gmail.com, or on ourwebsite. For a fast response please go through our website and clicking the message button on the bottom right. For more personal questions please ask Pastor Ben,ben.poli@fecsgv.org.

ALL CHURCH

He is Risen! Today is Easter Sunday. Let us celebrate the resurrection power and blessing from the Risen Christ who has conquered sin and death for us! Repentance and forgiveness of sin will be preached in Jesus' name to all nations (Luke 24:47).

Church Response to COVID-19: The Health Officer of the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health has issued a Revised Order on March 21, 2020. In compliance with this Revised Order, the church will implement the following measures effective now through April 19, 2020 (Any change of date depends on future Government update): 1. Sunday Worship Service: All Sunday worship services of FECSGV & HOA will stream online at our church’s or congregation’s websites; 2. Sunday School Classes, Small Group Gatherings, Prayer Meetings: Through online zoom meeting. Please check with congregational pastors; 3. Church Staff to Work Remotely: All Pastoral and administrative staff will work remotely. Please contact them by phone, email, or text messages; 4. Sunday Bulletin & Insert will be available on the church's or Congregation’s website; 5. Giving: You can do online giving or giving through mail with checks marked “Payable to FECSGV” and specify on the memo the type of donation, then mail it to FECSGV, 3658 Walnut Grove Ave, Rosemead, CA91770; 6. Walk with God: The coronavirus outbreak will not be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. If you or your family is facing difficulties because of the coronavirus outbreak, please contact congregational pastors. The Church will try our best to help you.

Pray for Pastor Ben and Family: Youth Pastor Ben’s mother passed away peacefully in Jakarta, Indonesia, last Palm Sunday (4/5), at 87 years old. Please pray for Pastor Ben and En and the family.

Cancellation of 2020 Taiwan West Coast English Character Camp Short Term Mission: Due to the serious nature of COVID-19,in consideration for the safety of both the students in Taiwan and our STM team, we have decided to cancel this year’s summer English Character camp. Our hope is that we can redirect our efforts to maintaining digital relationships with our friends and students through our Facebook page. If the Lord allows, we have every intention of returning to Taiwan next year and hope that you will join us again! Please reserve your calendar for summer 2021!

First Evangelical Church Association 4/12/20

A joint and integrative ministry of spirituality, mission and social concern

FECA Theme for 2020: “Church Renewal: Growing Young”

1. Great Commission never ceases

Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season (2Tim. 4:2). Our supported missionaries are still faithfully shepherding their sheep using different means (online, physically). When the world is under the fear of coronavirus and stops all activities, FECA continues to provide financial support to our partners. Please remember our missionaries in your prayer. If God moves you to support them through financial support, you can mail your check to FECA, Memo: Mission address: 2617 W. Beverly Blvd. Montebello, CA 90640. Online giving: https://www.feca.org/donationto “General Mission”

We apologize that we do not accept donation designating to our supported partners, except our sent missionaries, such as Irene, Maria, etc.For more inquiry, please contact Missions Director - Edwin Leung (562) 469-9606 /edwin.leung@feca.org

2. 2020 World Vision Global 6K for WaterGoingVirtual

FECA Social Concern ministry encourages our church members to participate in World Vision’s 6K for Water fundraising event, aiming to bring life-changing clean water and fullness of life to needy communities around the world. Due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, the US Governmenthas issueda nationwide social distancing order and the California State is practicing shelter-in-place.World Vision, in response to the current situation, is now encouraging individual Global 6K participants to fulfill the run/walk challenge right from thei r own home or neighborhood on or before the scheduled date (May 16, 2020) instead of joining a race event.

Online Registration and Donation:tiny.cc/FECA6KforWater2020(case sensitive)

Registration Fee: Adult $50.00 / Youth (under 18) $25.00

A registered participant will receive a T-shirt, a race bib, and a finisher medal in the mail.

Your donation and fundraising effort for clean water is much appreciated.