en On the move... ... in step with the Spirit http://www.rosewoodchurch.com © Copyright 2000 - 2010Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=164 We offer a schedule full of "gathering" activities on Sundays and weeknights. Check out what's happening! SUNDAY MORNING CELEBRATIONS Join us for either an early-morning or mid-morning worship time: the first begins at 8:30, and the second at 10:30. During every service we offer a full menu of group options for our children: Nursery care for infants through 2-year-olds, and "Promiseland" for Preschool through 8th graders in which we teach the "Walk With Me" program of Christian discipleship. After each service, we have an informal coffee time on the west lawn, where we mingle and get to know one another better. SPANISH SPEAKERS INVITED Rosewood's Hispanic Ministry offers a Spanish-language worship service in the Social Hall nearly every Sunday. On the last Sunday of the month (whether it's the 4th or 5th Sunday), we all worship together with Spanish translation through headsets and a multicultural emphasis. WEDNESDAY NIGHT MINISTRIES The Rosewood Campus is bustling with activity on Wednesday night from September through May, as we offer our GEMS Club for girls in 1st-7th grades, our Cadets Club for boys in 2nd-6th grade, a Spanish-language Bible study for adults, a basic Bible study for Women, and nursery care/story time for young children. All activities take place from 6:30-8:00 p.m. During five weeks of summer (from late June through July), we offer Summer Family Nights every Wednesday night for children through adults. Come check it out! To submit prayer needs or request more information about Rosewood Church please click on the "FORMS" button located at the top of this web-page. Sat, 10 Jul 2010 07:43:56 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=1 We encourage you to make this site your internet "homepage" just as you've made Rosewood Church your spiritual home and family. Visit this site often to get the latest information on events and opportunities at Rosewood. If you're active at Rosewood Church, please request a login to the private intranet for ministry and service groups. Click on "Request New/Forgotten Login and Password" to the left. Sat, 10 Jul 2010 07:43:56 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35&article_id=192 A Meditation on Philippians 2:14-18 by Andrew Kuyvenhoven Preachers of the gospel are like Old Testament priests who light the altars of God in the present world. When people respond with faith in Christ and present their lives to him in ordinary service to one another, God enjoys the smell of sacrifice. For us every new day presents a new opportunity to add fragrance to the offering and bring glory to God. A day offered to God is a good day, even if we seem to be losing the game as people play it. The everyday life of the Philippian congregation constitutes a "sacrifice and offering of faith" to God. And on that altar some drops of wine are sprinkled. That libation is Paul's life, which is slowly spent for God and for the benefit of his church. When Paul's eyes see (not merely the prison walls, but) the altars of God being lit around the Mediterranean Sea, he feels deep joy. "I am glad," he writes, "and you should be glad too." In the old tabernacle, the sacrifice of praise to God was lit in the morning and evening. The lamb was sacrificed, the flour sprinkled, the wine poured out. It was "an offering made by fire, an aroma pleasing to the Lord" (Numbers 28:8). Today that offering is burning on all five continents. The world takes no notice. But God is pleased. And you and I rejoice. And if your & my contributions have added to the flames of some altars, we couldn't have put our lives to better use. Sat, 19 Dec 2009 11:16:58 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35&article_id=148 Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness. I say to myself, "The LORD is my portion; therefore I will wait for him." The LORD is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him; it is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the LORD. Lamentations 3:21-26 Our hope today, like Jeremiah's hope long ago, is in the Lord alone. Every one of us needs a Savior. God has provided One. God is faithful, and he has not changed his mind about providing us new mercies each morning. My prayer is that we may all wait quietly for Him, and that we may see and meet the Savior in worship this Sunday and every day. Pastor Brink Sat, 19 Dec 2009 11:16:58 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=35&article_id=146 The devotional reprinted below brought me great encouragement this week. It seemed like such a “God thing” that this Word would “just happen” to come on this particular day, even though it was written months ago by someone who does not know us. It strengthened my heart, and I wanted to share it with you too. Pastor BrinkGOD NEVER GIVES UP!"He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion ... " Philippians 1:6One day a mother whose 25-year-old son had turned his back on God was telling me she had given up on her son. After years of praying for him and trying to convince him that he needed the Lord in his life, she was sure that God had written him off. She had decided no longer to pray for him. It was one of the saddest things I'd ever heard: a parent giving up on a child.I told her how glad I was that God never gives up on us. If he did, you and I would not stand a chance. If I would have had to hang on to God throughout my life, I would be hopeless. The only reason I am who I am today and the only reason I am where I am in my walk with the Lord is that God refused long ago to give up on me. If it were up to us to stay close to God then things fell apart, we would be lost.Thank God for his assurance in Philippians 1:6: "He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." God never gives up. It's the most beautiful assurance we have. Even when we are tempted to let go, God refuses to give up. And because God never gives up on us, we may never give up on the people around us as long as we or they live. Each day offers a new opportunity for grace and for turning back to God.Prayer: Father, thank you for hanging on to us even when we want to let go. We love you, Lord! Help us, in your name, to hang on to others who still need to turn back to you. Amen.TODAY is copyright 2005 by the Back to God Hour. Sat, 19 Dec 2009 11:16:58 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40&article_id=207 http://rosewoodchurchmedia.com/ Sun, 4 Oct 2009 20:33:41 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40&article_id=204 click here for Rosewood Church Sermons free at the iTunes Store Sun, 4 Oct 2009 20:32:51 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=40&article_id=199 Rosewood Church has many great sermon series on CD which are available for purchase. These sermons will bless and challenge you in your faith. To order some, please contact Denise Tamminga in the Rosewood Church office at 562-804-4778. Sermon Sets Available for Purchase DVD - "Bethlehem Treasure" 2008 Children's Christmas Program ($10) CD set - A Better-Than-Expected Christmas ($10) Recorded December 2008 Part 1 - A Better Sacrifice (Genesis 22:1-14, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2 - A Better Family (1 John 3:1-3, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3 - A Better King (Psalm 72 & Matthew 2:1-2, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 4 - A Better Gift (John 1:1-3, 14, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 5 - A Better Future (Revelation 22:1-5, Bonny Mulder-Behnia)CD set - MapQuest: Which Way to Happiness? ($20) Recorded Fall 2008 Part 1 - Intro: The Roadmap for the Journey (Exodus 19:1-6 & 20:1-17 Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2 - Word #1: "Only Me!" (Exodus 20:3-6, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3 - Word #2: "Don't Box Me In!" (Exodus 20:3-6, Rev. Dan Brink) Part 4 - Word #3: "Represent Me Well!" (Exodus 20:7, Rev. Dan Brink) Part 5 - Word #4: "Find Rhythm and Rest in Me!" (Exodus 20:8-11, Rev. Dan Brink) Part 6 - Word #5: "Respect Authority!" (Exodus 20:12, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 7 - Word #6: "Respect Human Life!" (Exodus 20:13, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 8 - Word #7: "Be Faithful to Your Family!" (Exodus 20:14, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 9 - Word #8: "Share What I've Given You!" (Exodus 20:15, Bonny Mulder-Behnia) Part 10 - Word #9: "Speak the Truth in Love!" (Exodus 20:16, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 11 - Word #10: "Cultivate Contentment!" (Exodus 20:17 & James 1:14-15, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 12 - Epilogue: "The Law of God and the Cry for Christ" (Jeremiah 31:31-34 & Galatians 4:4-7, Pastor Dan Brink) CD set - Following the Light ($12) Recorded July 2008 Part 1 - People Who Help People Follow Jesus (Acts 9:1-19, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2 - Knock! Knock! Who's There? (Acts 26:1-23, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3 - The Secret to a Shining Reputation (I Thes. 1:1-10, Pastor Bonny Mulder-Behnia) Part 4 - Developing a Daytime Identity (I Thes. 5:1-11, Pastor Bonny Mulder-Behnia) Part 5 - Behold Your God! (Isaiah 40:12-26, Pastor Dan Brink)CD set - Breaking Through the Brokenness ($15) Recorded Spring 2008 Intro: What Every Kid Needs to Know (Romans 8:28-39, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 1: Overcoming Anxiety (Matthew 6:25-34, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2: Overcoming Temptation (1Corinthians 10:12-13, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3: Overcoming the Critical Spirit (Matthew 7:1-5, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 4: Overcoming Guilt (1 John 1:5-2:2, Pastor Bonny Mulder-Behnia) Part 5: Overcoming Discouragement (Psalms 42-43, Pastor Bonny Mulder-Behnia) CD set - Growing Up In Christ ($12) Recorded April 2008 Part 1: Pilgrim's Progress (1John 2:11-14, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2: Spiritual Beginners (1Peter 1:13-2:3, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3: Coming of Age (Numbers 13:26-14:10a, Pastor Bonny Mulder-Behnia) Part 4: Becoming Mature (Ephesians 4:11-16, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 5: Staying Fresh and Green (Psalm 92, Pastor Dan Brink)CD set - The Religion of Sacrifice ($15) Recorded February 2008 Part 1: Choose Your Religion (Genesis 3:1-7, 21, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2: Holiness - The Backdrop of Sacrifice (Isaiah 6:1-7, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3: Sacrifice and the Drama of Our Salvation (Leviticus 16, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 4: When Sacrifice is Not Enough (Psalm 51, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 5: Beyond "Easy Button" Christianity (II Samuel 24:18-25, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 6: The Pathway to the Altar (Hebrews 10:1-10, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 7: A Surprise Ending (Matthew 27: 45-54, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 8: What a Friend We Have in Jesus (Hebrews 4:14-16, Pastor Dan Brink)CD set - God's Definition of Success ($10) Recorded January 2008 Part 1: Am I Faithful? (Numbers 20:1-13, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2: Am I Fruitful? (John 15:1-8, 16, Pastor Dan Brink) Part3: Am I Fulfilled? (Ephesians 5:15-20, Pastor Bonny Mulder-Behnia) Part 4: Am I Making God Famous? (Psalm 115, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 5: Lord of the Ring (1 John 5:11-13, Pastor Dan Brink) CD - Why We Baptize the Children of Believers ($1) CD set - Living With Passion ($15) Recorded Fall 2007 Intro: Rekindling First Love (Revelation 2:1-7, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 1: The Passionate Pursuit of God, (Deut. 6:4-9 & Matt. 22:34-40, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2: A Passion for Good Works (Matthew 25:1-13, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3: A Passion for Sharing Our Faith (Philemon 4-7, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 4: A Passion for Justice (Micah 6:8, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 5: Passionate Generosity (11Corinthians 8:1-9, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 6: A Passion for the Next Generation (Psalm 17, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 7: Don't Waste Your Life! (Philippians 2:12-18, Pastor Dan Brink)CD set - Building Healthy Families ($15) Recorded Spring 2007 Part 1: Keeping Our Promises (Hebrews 6:13-20, 10:23, Pastor Bonny Mulder-Behnia) Part 2: The Security of Unconditional Love (Luke 15:11-24, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3: Directing Hearts Toward God (Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 4: The Need for Holy Heroes (Philippians 3:17-21, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 5: Creating a Culture of Respect (Ex. 20:12, Rom. 13:1-7, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 6: Embracing a Redeemed Self Esteem (Ephesians 1:3-8, 2-10, Pastor Bonny Mulder-Behnia) Part 7: Telling the Whole Truth (Psalm 78:1-8, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 8: Letting Go (Genesis 2:24 & II Corinthians 7:10, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 9: Leaving a Generational Legacy (I Kings 22:41-53, Pastor Dan Brink)CD set - What Makes Jesus So Attractive? ($10) Recorded March 2007 Part 1: He Took a Bullet for Me (Romans 5:1-11, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2: He Speaks with Authority (Matthew 7:21-29, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3: A Portrait of Compassion (Luke 7:11-17, Pastor John Gonzales) Part 4: He Defines Success in Terms of Character (Matt. 5:1-12, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 5: He Shatters Stereotypes (John 4: 4-26, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 6: He Loves Children (Matthew 21:12-17, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 7: The World's Most Amazing Prayer (Luke 23:32-38 Pastor Dan Brink)CD set - The God-First Lifestyle ($10) Recorded January 2007 Part 1: Do You Really Trust God? (I Kings 17:7-16, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2: God First in Your Day (Psalm 92: 1-8, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3: God First in Your Finances (Malachi 1:6-14, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 4: God First in Our Thoughts (Philippians 4:8-9, Pastor Dan Brink)MP3 - Managing Life for the Master ($10) Recorded January 2004 Part 1: The Foundation of Biblical Stewardship (Luke 12:35-48, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2: The Stewardship of Life and Family - Where Do Babies Come From? (Psalm 127, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3: The Stewardship of the Gospel - All Things to All People (1 Corinthians 9:15-23, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 4: The Stewardship of Wealth - A Heart Rich toward God (Luke 12:13-21, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 5: The Stewardship of Words - The Gift of Speech (James 3:1-12, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 6: Stewardship Summary - Making Today Count Forever (1 Corinthians 3:10-15, Pastor Dan Brink) CD set - Waiting for Christmas ($10) Part 1: The Day Our Waiting Began (Genesis 3:1-15, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2: Waiting on Our Knees (Luke 3:1-18, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3: Impatient Waiting (Genesis 16:1-6, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 4: Good Things Come to Those Who Wait (Luke 2: 25-38, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 5: Still Waiting (II Peter 3:1-15a, Pastor Dan Brink)CD set - The Savior Is Coming ($15) Recorded December 2007 Part 1: A Savior for Weakness (Isaiah 42:1-9, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 2: A Savior for Those Who Have Messed Up (Isaiah 40:1-11, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 3: A Savior for Those Who Suffer (Isaiah 43:1-7, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 4: The Prayer That Led to Christmas (Isaiah 64:1-12, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 5: The Christmas Invitation (Isaiah 55:1-3, Pastor Dan Brink) Part 6: Christmas is better than You Think (Isaiah 49:1-13, Pastor Dan Brink)DVD - "Candy Cane Lane" 2006 Kid's Christmas Musical ($3) Sun, 4 Oct 2009 20:32:51 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7&article_id=104 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 19:08:10 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7&article_id=106 Men who are sharing the joy and wisdom of Christlike living with boys. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:57:48 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7&article_id=102 The Goal of Cadeting Luke 2:52 states that "Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men." The goal of the Calvinist Cadet Corps, based upon that verse, is to help boys to grow spiritually in all areas of life (devotional, mental, physical, and social) by providing Christian men with a uniquely designed structure, program, and materials so that they can mentor boys effectively. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:56:48 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7&article_id=103 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:56:48 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7&article_id=105 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:56:48 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7&article_id=99 2009-2010 Theme Verse "Can a blind man lead a blind man? Will they not both fall into a pit? A student is not above his teacher, but everyone who is fully trained will be like his teacher." -Luke 6:39-40 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:56:48 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7&article_id=100 The three C's in the center of the shield have special meaning. Not only do they represent The Calvinist Cadet Corps name ... they form a cross. This reminds us of God's Son, Jesus Christ, who died on the cross for our sins. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:56:48 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7&article_id=92 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:56:48 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=7&article_id=20 The Cadets meet every Wednesday night in the Rosewood Church social hall from 6:30-8:00 p.m. They keep busy with active games, Bible study and prayer, great treats, and projects such as fire-building, archery, marksmanship, flag-raising, and more. Every winter our Cadets participate in Field Day, where they compete with Cadet clubs from all over Southern California in a variety of activities. In the spring, the boys participate in Pinewood Derby races, in which they race the cars they have carved out of wood and painted. Cadets is a great place for boys to be mentored by adult Christian men and to learn more about what it means to live out the Christian faith. New boys are welcome to join us anytime -- it's a lot of fun! Any questions, contact head counselor Dave Van Essen at 562-804-2198. Thu, 17 Sep 2009 18:56:48 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=13 Pastor Bonny serves as our Family Ministries Pastor who oversees our Children's Ministries, our Youth Ministries Director, and various family outreach ministries/events. Bonny's mission is to recruit and empower an army of volunteers who will help children and youth from all backgrounds develop and grow in their relationships with Jesus Christ. She primarily oversees ministry for infants through sixth-graders, and supervises the director for junior-high and senior-high youth. Before joining the Rosewood Staff in January 2002, Bonny lived in Albuquerque, New Mexico and Grand Rapids, Michigan. You can contact Pastor Bonny via email or by calling (562) 804-4778 ext 19. Thu, 9 Jul 2009 10:50:30 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=3 Pastor Dan's passion is to see Rosewood grow into a church of fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ. Dan has served as Senior Pastor of Rosewood Church since 1986. You can contact Pastor Dan via email or by calling (562) 804-4778 ext 13. Thu, 9 Jul 2009 10:49:56 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=10 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=10&article_id=101 To be a youth pastor, one must have a great sense of humor. To be married to a youth pastor, one must be crazy! Here's the crazy-looking couple who have been leading Embassy for high-schoolers ever since they were married. Looks like they're still having fun. Come to Rosewood any Thursday evening and meet Landon and Brooke! Sat, 13 Dec 2008 08:33:00 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=10 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=10&article_id=23 Why is there a picture of a bull right here? Embassy is our High School group. If you have never been there to check it out, swing by this Thursday at 7:00 pm and see what we are all about. If you are the type that needs a little idea of what to expect...I totally understand. Embassy was designed to give today's High School youth a chance to relax and get away. The group is designed, not to attack individuals who struggle with sin, addiction or pain but rather to come along side and live life with you and you with us. We have a great team of leaders who have rather recently been through a lot of the same stuff teens see on a daily basis. We want to give you a safe place to be you, no masks, no strings, no gimicks. Check out Embassy this Thursday! I would love to see you there. Fri, 12 Dec 2008 18:18:30 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=12 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=12&article_id=89 Welcome to the home page of Rosewood Children's Ministries. We want you to know that children are precious in God's sight, and they're also very important to our church family at Rosewood. We have an outstanding team of young adults and adults who are committed to partnering with parents in nurturing the growing faith of children. Although our team of volunteers may not all be professional teachers (some actually are!), each leader has met the core requirements: loving God and loving children. In our Sunday morning and our midweek ministries, we use The Bible as our source for all of our teaching and coaching. We always welcome parents' feedback and input and partnership; we're all working together to make this a safe and healthy environement for children to grow in God. Thanks for checking us out!Pastor Bonny Mulder-Behnia (pictured with my grandson Tre -- isn't he handsome!) Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:58:14 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=12 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=12&article_id=90 Spring - Easter Egg Hunt & Mini Carnival On the Saturday before Easter, the Rosewood Campus is packed with children and families celebrating the Easter season! We begin the day with a Free Pancake Breakfast for everyone, followed by Easter Egg Hunts for the children and a Mini-Carnival complete with game booths, a bounce house, face painting, and lots of candy and prizes. Summer - Summer Family Nights For five weeks of the summer (the entire month of July), we dedicate our Wednesday nights to getting families together to celebrate and learn more about God. We start out each Wednesday evening with a free dinner for all families, followed by a big-group worship time including music and drama, then a menu of small groups for all ages. The children participate in a Vacation Bible School type program, the youth form small groups and go through a practical life theme, and the adults can choose from a menu of classes ranging from Bible studies to cooking to crafts. Summer - TGIF Clubs We bring our Bible classes right into the city parks and backyards of Bellflower, as our TGIF (Together Growing in Faith) teams lead small groups of children for 4-5 weeks. Featuring Bible story dramas, singing, memory verses, crafts, and treats, our TGIF Clubs have provided a great way for children and their families to take a safe "first step" into the family of God. Fall - Outrageous Pumpkin Party Every year on October 31st, the Rosewood Church campus transforms into an Outrageous Pumpkin Party! We've welcomed more than 1,200 people to this event each year by offering a safe, fun, Christian alternative to Halloween activities -- without sacrificing any of the positive aspects of gathering lots of sweets to eat. The O.P.P. features a photo booth, bounce house, at least 20 game booths, a cake walk, face painting, a scary maze crawl, goldfish giveaways, and treasure sacks full of candy and prizes. The past two years we've also given away Bibles to participants, and offered an opportunity to submit prayer requests and sign up for ministries. The O.P.P. is our biggest family event of the year! Fall/Winter - Children's Christmas Musical From October through mid-December, some 60-70 children get together every week to prepare for the annual Children's Christmas Musical. Under the direction of Mrs. Kay Van Weerthuizen, the children (ranging from K-6th grades) learn at least a dozen songs and motions, plus drama parts, and do an incredible job of leading the adults in a night of worship (this year on December 21). Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:55:39 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=12 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=12&article_id=65 SUNDAYS: Promiseland: Meets during the 8:30 & 10:30 worship services for 3 years of age—8th Grade. Nursery care is provided for infants—2 years old.TUESDAYS: Story Hour: Preschoolers, 9:30-11 a.m. WEDNESDAYS:GEMS Girls Club—1st-7th grade girls, 6:30-8:00 pmCadets Boys Club -- 2nd-6th grade boys, 6:30-8:00 pm Kingdom Kids -- Preschoolers, 6:30-8:00 pm Tue, 14 Oct 2008 10:54:07 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=8 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=8&article_id=25 GEMS (Girls Everywhere Meeting the Savior) is an exciting week-night group for girls in first through seventh grades. Nearly 100 girls gather every Wednesday night from 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Rosewood Church to sing, learn more about Jesus, make crafts, gain some practical life skills, eat treats, and meet new friends! We welcome new girls anytime! Any questions about GEMS, call Pastor Bonny at 562-804-4778, ext. 19. Mon, 13 Oct 2008 19:39:31 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=8 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=8&article_id=96 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 19:36:28 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=8 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=8&article_id=98 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 19:35:59 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=8 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=8&article_id=95 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 19:31:03 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=24 En Rosewood estamos seguros que el Reino de Dios se extiende más allá de las barreras de lenguaje y nacionalidad. ¡Y queremos reflejar ese Reino entre nosotros! Cada día la comunidad hispana de Rosewood crece y usted podrá encontrar nuevas formas de involucrarse y crecer junto con nosotros. Le invitamos a visitarnos frecuentemente, por este medio podrá enterarse de las actividades que estan por realizarse y cómo ser parte de ellas. Seleccione ¿Qué esta pasando? para saber sobre nuestras actividades. Para mas informacion puede escribir a Pastor Fernando Valencia Wed, 7 May 2008 20:38:41 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=9 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=9&article_id=56 October 12, 2006 Higher Ground starts Tuesday, September 18th this year. That is less than a week away! Summer has been fun but I have been anxiously waiting to get back into weekly youth group, especially now that we have the youth room finished! Come check it out this week. I promise a good time with a lot of new faces. If new faces makes you nervous, bring all your friends, we would love to see you there! Landon Verhoeven Thu, 6 Mar 2008 13:58:11 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=38&article_id=198 Thu, 6 Mar 2008 13:37:17 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28&article_id=27 Servicios de Adoración en Español e Inglés Cada domingo de mes tenemos servicios en Español. Nos reunimos en el salón social de la Iglesia a las 10:30 de la mañana. Te invitamos a participar con nosotros en nuestros sevicios a Dios y asi gozarnos alabando su nombre. Queremos disfrutar contigo de este momento. El ultimo domingo lo tenemos juntos Inglés y Español, con traducción simultanea en el Santuario a las 10:30 A.M. Usted encontrará a alguien que habla español junto a la puerta de entrada y le entregará el equipo de traducción; después únase al Pueblo de Dios, que sin distinción de lenguaje se une para alabar a Dios. Contamos con guarderia y escuela dominical para sus hijos en Inglés, durante el servicio. Es muy probable que durante el culto se sorprenda al oír lo bien que algunas personas cantan en español ¡aunque ese no sea el idioma que hablan regularmente! Thu, 6 Mar 2008 12:10:16 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18&article_id=18 Steve is a son of Rosewood and Steve & Christine are working for a Community Development ministry near Denver, Colorado. In the past they have worked for Campus Crusade for Christ in Colorado and Mexico City. They have also led pioneering mission teams to places in the U.S. & abroad, including Chile, Spain, & Russia. Please keep the Van Diest family in your prayers as they transition into a new area of ministry. Mon, 4 Feb 2008 10:44:52 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18&article_id=17 Roger is also a son of Rosewood, and Roger & Karen are Rosewood’s longest-standing missionaries. Serving with Wycliffe Translators, they led a team for 20 years that translated the New Testament into Kifuliru, the language of the Bafuliru people in the D.R.Congo. The Van Otterloos now live in Nairobi, Kenya, doing advanced linguistic work that will facilitate the translation of the Bible into many other languages in the southern half of Africa. They are directly dependent upon the gifts of God’s people for their salary. Roger & Karen Van Otterloo, c/o SIL-ECG P.O. Box 44456 00100 Nairobi, KENYA Mon, 4 Feb 2008 10:40:27 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18&article_id=127 Scott and Marcia are church planters in Tijuana, Mexico where their ministry is bearing much fruit. They have planted two worshipping congregations in the last 15 years and are working on a third, in addition to some 10 ministries or missions. They are indirectly dependent upon our financial support, since they are salaried by CRC World Missions but are required to raise a portion of their own support. On January 27, 2008, our congregation welcomed Scott and Marcia Geurink as our guests for the day. The Geurinks shared a few pictures and brief testimony about their work during both of our our morning English services--including the adult service and the children's worship time (Promiseland). The children presented them with a check from the offerings they had been collecting since fall. Scott also preached at our 10:30 Spanish-language service, which was followed by a pot-luck lunch with the Hispanic congregation. In the evening we invited the Geurinks back to show a few more pictures, tell a bit more about their ministry, answer questions from the congregation, and fellowship over some goodies. We took an offering for the Geurink's ministry support and discussed other ways Rosewood can partner with and support them in their efforts. Mon, 4 Feb 2008 10:39:40 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=18&article_id=193 In November 2007 Rosewood Church received a letter from Greg McDonald, who, along with his wife, Lynn, support the mission work Kevin & Michelle Suwyn do through Young Life in Costa Rica. Greg also has come alongside Kevin as a volunteer to assist in managing their fund raising efforts so that they can stay focused on ministering to the kids of Costa Rica. Below is an edited summary of Greg's update on the Suwyn Family. THE BACKGROUND It is exciting to see the countless young lives that are being touched for Jesus through Kevin & Michelle's work abroad. Nonetheless, the medical challenges that Michelle & Kevin have experienced with Samara over the past 24 months, have certainly taken a toll on them emotionally, physically, and financially. On October 1, Michelle & Samara began another extended stay (45 days) in the States at the Feeding & Swallowing Clinic of Children's Hospital in Philadelphia. Their goal is to teach Samara to accept and eat food orally as she is currently fed through a G-tube. THE CHALLENGE As you might expect, Kevin & Michelle have become very good at surviving the unexpected medical and travel expenses associated with Samara's condition. An example is their current trip to Philadelphia. Michelle is staying at the Ronald McDonald house next to the hospital for $15.00 per night; friends are working on car lending options for Michelle. Nonetheless they still have incurred airfare of $1,025 for Michelle & Samara and another $1,318 for Noah & Elijah to visit their Mom one time during their 45 day stay in Philadelphia. Additionally Kevin also needs to receive a week of parent training from the clinic. This still doesn't account for transportation expenses to & from the airport, travel, food costs etc. When you layer this on top of the $13,000 out-of-pocket medical expenses they have incurred since Samara was born, you can quickly see the challenge facing Kevin and Michelle. THE OPPORTUNITY We think that the people and churches that support Kevin & Michelle and family would like to help. In addition to your regular giving to support their ministry, would you please consider a one time gift to help offset some of the out-of-pocket expenses they have incurred? Kevin & Michelle would certainly consider your on-going support of their family, as well as their ministry, a huge blessing! The Rosewood Ministering Deacons arranged for an offering last November. However, anyone wishing to contribute to the Suwyn's support fund may contact Lanell in the church office. Mon, 4 Feb 2008 10:39:07 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=4 Denise Tamminga serves as our part-time Director Of Equipping Ministries. Denise joined our staff at Rosewood in the fall of 2002. She has been a member of Rosewood for over 10 years. You can contact Denise via email or by calling (562) 804-4778 ext 11. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 14:31:39 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=9&article_id=109 Landon is our youngest addition to the Rosewood Ministry Staff. Born and raised at Rosewood Church, Landon joined us as full-time Youth Ministries Director in June 2005. His job is to re-build our junior high and senior high youth ministries, along with a team of dynamic leaders. Landon and his wife, Brooke, were just married in July 2005, and are eager to pour themselves into the youth of this church and community. You can email Landon or call him in the church office at 562-804-4778, ext. 24. Fri, 25 Jan 2008 14:30:43 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=186 Veronica Neal joined our staff as Custodian in June 2007. She works full-time serving our congregation by keeping the buildings and campus clean, setting up and taking down tables and chairs for special events, and tending to many other behind-the-scene details that help keep our church running smoothly. Veronica is also the dedicated mother of three sons. Sun, 30 Dec 2007 10:57:09 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=155 Barbara and her husband, Sal, joined Rosewood in 1995. Barbara became Receptionist and secretary in the front office in August 2005. Mon, 8 Oct 2007 13:14:47 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=7&article_id=189 The Latest CRC News Mon, 6 Aug 2007 19:58:51 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=56 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=56&article_id=87 Rosewood hosts approximately 25 different small group Bible studies. There are groups for women, men, couples and young adults. The groups meet on a variety of days and cover a wide variety of topics. No matter what the type of group, small groups provide a great place to get to know people who personally care about each member of their group. They also provide a great, safe context to explore the Bible and its practical application to our everyday lives. For more infomation about Rosewood Small Groups, please contact Denise Tamminga, our Director of Equipping Ministries, at dtamminga@rosewoodchurch.com. Wed, 7 Feb 2007 17:20:25 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=9 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=9&article_id=24 If you are in 7th or 8th grade, Higher Ground is for you. We meet every Tuesday night, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m., September thru May. We usually start with a game or mixer, then we have a worship time, a lesson from the Bible, and go into small groups. If you have any questions, call Landon at (562)804-4778, ext. 24. Sometimes our starting time changes, for different activities, so be sure to check the event calendar! If you don't have an event calendar you better make this Tuesday to catch up on what is going on! Wed, 7 Feb 2007 16:40:30 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=12 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=12&article_id=91 Fri, 29 Dec 2006 17:23:52 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28&article_id=168 Los martes a las 9:00 de la mañana las señoras relizan una reunión de estudio Bíblico. Venga a pasar un tiempo de convivencia con otras mujeres miembros de nuestra iglesia y después se distribuirán para los estudios en Español e Inglés. Además para los niños más pequeños tenemos un lugar especial en el que escucharán historias bíblicas. Los miércoles a las 6:30 de la tarde tenemos nuestro estudio bíblico general. Este ocurre mientras los niños y niñas participan en sus clubes Gems y Cadets. Tenemos tambien guardería para los más pequeños. Si tiene preguntas puede escribir a Mirtha Villafañe. Fri, 20 Oct 2006 17:41:23 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28&article_id=54 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 17:41:10 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=28&article_id=57 Fri, 20 Oct 2006 17:41:10 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=9 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=9&article_id=78 If you haven't experienced a "Revolutions" yet, this is your year! Justin Vande Kerk (at First CRC of Bellflower) and I have agreed to double the amount of Revolutions in one school year. This year we will be having 4! The next Revolutions is scheduled for December 16. If you are a newcomer, here is a taste of what you can expect...An outside DJ comes in to play hours of today's dance and hip hop music, but don't worry, if dancing is not your thing, you can join in on a game of basketball, fooseball, ping pong, billiards, or just hang out a have a free slice of pizza with all of your friends. What's that...fun at Church?! We garauntee a good time. Make sure you grab a flyer when we come to your junior high in December. We will see you then! Thu, 12 Oct 2006 13:54:13 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=13 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=13&article_id=81 At Rosewood Church, we partner with parents to teach and nurture your children in the Christian faith. If your child goes through our Sunday morning Walk With Me program from preschool through 8th grade, they will walk through the complete Bible four times, and then spend three years studying Bible themes and topics. We strongly encourage parents to make sure your child is here every week so they can receive the full benefit of these lessons. Tue, 12 Sep 2006 21:45:07 MST http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.rosewoodchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=156 At Rosewood, we welcome all people and personalities. Therefore, on a given Sunday you will find all types of dress. The important thing is that you feel comfortable - and to us that means dressing according to your preference. Thu, 30 Mar 2006 15:03:38 MST