An Update From our Superintendent | |
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Leadership Transitions at TIU and the EFCA
See the following update regarding leadership transitions at Trinity International University and the Evangelical Free Church of America. Read more.
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RAGNAR Volunteers Needed
April 12-13, 2024
The EFCA West RAGNAR team has been busy preparing to run this 208-mile course in So. California. We are still in need of three volunteers to help out with aspects of the race. If you can help, please contact Xochitl Cachon.
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History, Theology & Polity Course
March 19-20 | Minneapolis, MN
The EFCA History, Theology and Polity course is considered the baseline for any/all credentials in the EFCA. If one desires to minister in the EFCA and be licensed and eventually receive their Certificate of Ordination or Certificate of Christian Ministry, this material is mandatory. Join live or on-line.
Learn more.
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Church Planter and Wife Retreat
June 17-20 | Minneapolis, MN
Church planters and their wives are among the most committed, motivated and tireless workers in God's Kingdom. This retreat is intended to be a valuable time for couples to get away to connect with Jesus, each other and fellow church planting couples.
Learn more.
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Challenge Conference
July 1-5 | Kansas City, MO
This summer, thousands of teens (7th-12th grade) will meet in Kansas City for a week of worship, teaching, recreation and service. Early-bird pricing ends March 14. Learn more.
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Have We Taken the Fun Out of Being a Board Member? | In this month's article, Bob Osborne provides some helpful hints and discussion ideas that can make the work of church elders and board members more rewarding, less tedious, and more fun, so as to help people so see and experience the work as the "noble task" that is truly is. | | | |
TEDS: A Conversation With Pastors About Faith Formation | |
Theories abound about why children grow up and leave the church, but one that no one seems to spend much time on is the idea that, with good intentions, the church squanders the years when a child is interested in learning to belong, filling those years instead with entertainment, childcare, or age-segregated learning environments, which, although helpful, are no replacement for worship among the people of God. | |
From Police Officer to Church Planter - How God called one EFCA West pastor out of the squad car and into the pulpit. | |
“No matter what we do for a paycheck, as believers, we’re all called to make disciples who make disciples. Our whole life is ministry. It’s not just being a pastor or a professional missionary. God used me in some cool ways as a police officer to expand His kingdom.” Dave Collins | |
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Training Leaders International (TLI)
Twenty pastors & leaders from our churches (Hemet, Redlands, Ontario) attended a 16 hour training on how to interpret and teach prophecy from the Book of Isaiah.
If you'd like to know more about our All People Ministry, please contact Alex Rivero.
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Train the Trainer Comes to So. California
EFCA West along with eight others from around the country spent 3 days in training and are now licensed with Train the Trainer to Plant Cohorts and Cultivate Cohorts
with our established churches. To learn more about church planting in EFCA West, please contact Dean Mayeda.
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Welcome to the EFCA West Family!
Bethany Bible Fellowship & The Promise Church
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13431 Edwards St.
Westminster, CA 92683
Lead Pastor: Jared Burke
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3936 Chestnut St.
Riverside, CA 92501
Lead Pastor: Roy Shinn
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Congratulations on obtaining your EFCA Credential! | |
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Ministry License Expedited
David Tapia
Visitation
The Bridge Church
Newbury Park CA
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Ministry License Expedited
David Welch
Lead Pastor
Rocky Hill Community Church
Exeter CA
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Ministry License Expedited
Katie Dudgeon
Dir. of Strategic Ministry
EFCA West Team
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Ministry License: 5yr Non-Renewable
David Blevins
Pastor of Care & Outreach
Dove Creek Bible Church
Bakersfield CA
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Ministry License: 5yr Non-Renewable
Michael L. Wilson
Associate Pastor
Ridgeview Hope Church
Pleasanton CA
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Ministry License: 5yr Non-Renewable
Donovan Mitchell
Youth Director
Faith Community Church
Fillmore CA
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Regional Gatherings are a great way to get connected! All Regional Gatherings are open to senior pastors, associate staff, lay leaders and elders.
Bring your staff team with you!
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Thank you for your support | |
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To give by check please make the check payable to:
EFCA West Partnership Fund
901 E. 78th Street
Minneapolis, MN 55420
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2024 Theology Conference Resources | Watch all of the main sessions and breakouts from this year's EFCA Theology Conference. Watch now. | Help your congregation get to know the EFCA (history, beliefs, ministries, events, etc.) by ordering copies of the "This is the EFCA" booklet for your church. Order now. | | | | |
