David Hughes is back from Togo and is seriously considering going back and pursuing full-time ministry there in Mango.  Please be in prayer for him as he looks to the Lord for His leading in this.

Missionaries to Australia

The latest newsletter states: “Our school Open House Night in December was a blessing.  There were lots of visitors and the students did a marvelous job.  The message of the Gospel was clearly presented throughout the program. We are grateful for your continuing prayers with us for our health.  Kathy had surgery on her ankle last week.  My eyesight seems to be stable right now.  Hopefully the macular degeneration has been halted. Thank you for your valuable support.”

Couples’ Sunday School Class Pastor Scott is teaching a Sunday School class on marriage.  Are you interested in help with your family finances and your communication as a couple, challenges with raising children, and with other aspects of your marriage?  If so, please come to room 221 at 9:00 a.m. for this six-week course.

Men’s Breakfast Calling All Men:  Please join us this Saturday, January 30^th for our Men’s Prayer Breakfast in Room 211 (Home Ec. Room) at 7:30am.  We will fellowship and have a pancake and sausage breakfast meal as part of our SCCS Senior Class fundraiser.  Suggested donation $5 (more if you can).  Our special speaker will be Mr. David “Gunner” Gundersen, Dean of Men at The Master’s College who will challenge us from the Word of God.  Men, feel free to bring your son(s) and invite a friend.  A great time is in store – Be a part of it!

January 31^st at 5:00 pm Mark this date for a night of dinner and fellowship @ SCBC when we gather for a Salad Supper Agape Feast.  Bring your favorite salad to share with 10-12 folks. This dinner will be in lieu of evening service.

Upcoming youth group winter camp: All registrations for camp must be in so we can send the total  to Placerita Baptist and on to the camp.  Please return them today, and make certain Garrick Moss knows of your plans to attend if you don’t have it completed this morning.  Multi-student discount and scholarships are available.

Baptism Class Pastor Scott will be holding a baptism class which is open to anyone who has been saved but has not yet been baptized in obedience to Christ.   If you are interested, please contact him.

Upcoming Sunday Evening Events: Adult Choir & Children’s Choir singing and other special music, special food fellowship nights, message series by Pastor Dave.  Adjust your schedules to join us for these special times together.

New Member’s Class: Are you interested in investigating membership here at Santa Clarita Baptist Church?   The class will meet during the Sunday School hour (9:00 am) in Room 311.  If you are interested, please see John Dennis or call him at 251-0982 with any questions you may have.

Missionaries to Australia

“January is one of the hottest months of the year in Australia.  Thankfully it is summer break for all the schools.  Our Christian school will go back at the beginning of February.  We are enjoying the blessing of having some of the younger men take the reins, organizing the Kids Club, Youth, tract drops, etc.  Kathy and I are slowing down in our old age and our energy is waning.  It is shaping up to be a busy year!   We do so appreciate your faithfulness to missions.  Thank you for your valuable support.”

Kirk & Juanita McKeeth, Nampa, Idaho

“We were in Idaho in June, 2009, to prepare for this move and the Lord directed our steps to a house in Nampa that holds broad potential for a varied ministry in this season of our lives.  We made it through the challenge of dengue fever and loading the 20’ shipping container in Panama in July with a renewed awareness of God’s grace, goodness, strength and provision in our weakness.  In the past three months, we have continued unpacking (I still have 80+ boxes of books waiting for shelf space) even while pursing the new ministry of church planting here, along with complementary roles with Spanish speakers such as volunteer chaplain ministry or translation at a nearby hospital (Kirk) or as a volunteer budget counselor (Juanita) with a local ministry that helps people develop discipline with their finances in order to rescue endangered houses and homes, families and relationships.  This is discovery stage as we get to know the realities of the existing Hispanic population and ministries and see how we can best serve here, continuing as full-time missionaries with CAM International.”

Mark Your Calendars! On Saturday, February 13^th at 5:45 pm we will be joining Placerita Baptist Church for “A Valentine Evening with your Sweetheart” at The Master’s College.  This evening is planned with food, fun, fellowship and a guest speaker.   Tickets are limited and are $30 per couple.  Tickets will be available Jan 11^th and 17^th.    See Kim Newman at the back table.

Worship Choir Rehearsal the first Worship Choir Rehearsal will be Wednesday, January 13^th at 6:30 pm.

An Evening with Dr. Ken Mays Please join us for an evening of special piano music with Dr. Ken Mays on Sunday evening, January 10^th at 5:00 pm.  You won’t want to miss this special time.

Couples’ Sunday School Class Beginning next Sunday, January 10^th, Pastor Scott will be teaching a Sunday School class on marriage.  Are you interested in help with your family finances and your communication as a couple, challenges with raising children, and with other aspects of your marriage?  If so, please come to room 221 at 9:00 a.m. next Sunday for this six-week course.

Please join us for a Titus 2 workshop where we will learn about God’s plan for your home and relationships in your life. Plan to join us on January 23, 2010, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Santa Clarita Baptist Church. Our guest speaker will be our very own delightful Joanne Frank! Through the study of Titus 2: 3-5 we learn the Titus 2 principles that will help our marriages and our relationships thrive. God’s Word has wisdom for each of us that is practical and available. Registration fee is $25.00; includes your workbook, snack, as well as lunch. Reserve your place in this workshop by January 15, 2009. Registration begins next Sunday; look for the Women’s Ministries table in the back! If you would like to serve in the various areas of this workshop please see Karyn Basolo.

Upcoming Sunday Evening Events: Special Israel slide show presentation by Scott Gilmore, Adult Choir & Children’s Choir singing and other special music, special food fellowship nights, message series by Pastor Dave.  Adjust your schedules to join us for these special times together.

Baptism Class Pastor Scott will be holding a baptism class which is open to anyone who has been saved but has not yet been baptized in obedience to Christ.   If you are interested, please contact him.

New Member’s Class: Are you interested in investigating membership here at Santa Clarita Baptist Church?   The class will meet during the Sunday School hour (9:00 am) in Room 311.  If you are interested, please see John Dennis or call him at 251-0982 with any questions you may have.

Photo Directory: If you haven’t received a Church Photo Directory, please see Jo Anna Durbin or contact her at the church office.