June 2008 - Time to Cultivate:

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A Note from Pastor Josh:

 

“Do you not say, ‘four months more then the harvest’?  

I tell you open your eyes and look at the fields!  They are ripe for harvest.  Even now the reaper draws his wages; even now he harvests the crop for eternal life, so that the sower and the reaper may be glad together.  Thus saying ‘One sows and another reaps’ is true.  I sent you to reap what you have not worked for.  Others have done the hard work, and you have reaped the benefits of the labor.”

 

                                                            John 4:35-39

As we worked together to prepare the garden for eventual harvest on Sunday, it made me aware of how the souls of people are much like the ground we were working.

Most people associate evangelism with an event, but from a scriptural perspective, it is more like a process.  In this passage we see the bible using agricultural imagery to portray this evangelistic process.  Crops do not happen; reaping a harvest is the outcome of a lengthy series of events that cannot be bypassed. 

First the soil must be prepared and ready to receive the seed.  In the same manner people must be prepared in order to receive the word of Christ.  The Lord uses us, His servants, to pray for, develop relationships, and help prepare the souls of people to receive His word.  The second phase is sowing of the seed. The sowing of the seed is exposure to the truth of the Word of God.  Cultivation, the third phase is the lengthiest part of the process; involving irrigation, fertilization, and weed control.  It is through this spiritual cultivation that people gradually realize that these truths speak to their deepest needs.  Only when the crop is mature is it ready to undergo the final phase of reaping.  It is here that we become fully aware of how God is in charge of the process.  It is through the power of the Holy Spirit, our task is to love, serve, and pray, and leave the outcome in His hands. 

For all of the planting, watering, and effort we put into the garden, it is only God who makes the plants grow.  In life, we can pray, encourage, and serve but our efforts are impotent apart from the power of the Holy Spirit.  May our garden provide us opportunities for the Holy Spirit to work through our efforts for God’s kingdom. – AMEN

Grace and Peace,

Pastor Josh

pastorjosh@harborcc.net

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Harbor Kids Preschool:

Sunshine! What a wonderful gift the sun is! Is there anything better than having your first morning tea on the patio with the sun rising? Or walking a beach at sunset? God shows us his love, day in, day out. I remind myself of this each time I see a sunrise or sunset. We are promised in Psalm 30 that weeping lasts for a night, but God’s joy comes in the morning. Each time we put on our sunglasses or lather up with sunscreen, let’s remember we are basking in the “son” shine. Thank you Lord for the gift of your sun and your Son!


Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven.” 

Matthew 5:16


Check out our newsletter for further details on Harbor Kids.

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Harbor Second Saturday's:

Our Second Saturday ministry will resume in the fall.  A big thank you to Cathy and everyone who made Second Saturday's a success.

If you are interested in volunteering to help with this ministry please contact Cathy Grubb at one of the links below.

Please sign-up on the website or email Cathy Grubb.

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Harbor Church Small Groups:

 

Join a Small Group...It's not Hard!

Why Should I attend a Harbor Small Group?

Small groups at Harbor Church exist to help you grow up to full maturity in your relationship with God and others. You may be doing great in your Christian walk right now, but by being in relationship with fellow believers, you will experience even more of the abundant life Jesus has to offer. Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 says, Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work: if one falls down, his friend can help him up. If you are ready to connect with other people, belong to something life-changing, and grow in Christ through relationships with other believers, then maybe it's time to get involved in a small group!

What do Harbor Small Groups do?

This can vary from group to group, but most groups have a time of fellowship, prayer, Bible or book study, discussion, and life application. Not all groups study the same thing. Some discuss Pastor Josh’s weekend message more personally, some read and study books about Christian living, and others study books of the Bible.
We also encourage our small groups to serve the community together.

How Do I Join a Harbor Small Group?

Visit our Small group  website and take a look at the current groups available, and decide which group(s) fit your schedule.

Then call or email the host or leader to get more information about the group. After you get directions and details, just show up and check it out! Hopefully, you’ll feel right at home with the first group you visit, but you may want to visit several groups before you find the group that's right for you. If you feel a little nervous or unsure, just stick with it - you'll be happy you did!

Please feel free to contact me with any questions you may have regarding our small group ministry.

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Harbor Worship Team:

 

Focus on God in every element in worship.

Worship is, by definition, the worship of God

It is our chance as the Body of Christ [church] to join together with one purpose.  To bring praise and honor to our Creator.  A chance to glorify God above all things with our songs of worship and praise.

My encouragement to you is that each Sunday, as you prepare to sing, remember that you are not singing for those around you or even for yourself...But instead, you are singing for your heavenly Father.

What a glorious experience worship can be when you approach it correctly and humbly.

 

For information on joining us: jasona@harborcc.net

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Who:  Youth Group for 7th - 12th Grade

When:  Wednesday Nights 6:30-8:30 (Resuming this fall)

Where: Harbor Community Church

Website:  www.harborcc.net/the_current.html

 

Summer Break:

 

Summer is here and although the Current is taking a break from our weekly meetings for the summer, we'd like to get everyone together once a month to hang out.  

 

Our first event is tentatively planned for June 29th and will be a pool party/BBQ at the Leroux's.  It will begin at 2:30 and end around 8:00 pm.  Please e-mail Gene and Diane at current@harborcc.net and let us know if this date works for everyone.  

 

Invite your friends - bring sunscreen (waterproof) and your suit and towels.  Supper will be provided, but if you want to bring a snack to share that would be awesome.  Hope to see you all there.

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Mark your calendars!  

Church Garage Sale is July 17-19.  Items to be donated will be taken on Sunday, July 13th.  Proceeds will go to Ryan Sauer's Memorial Fund.  The youth group and preschool will also be doing fundraisers during this event.  If you'd like to setup a table for your business (ex: pampered chef, tastefully simple...) or do a special fundraiser  contact Nikki Johnson at 952.447.5705 or Missy at 952.393.5785.

Harbor Church Outreach will be supporting (2) children's concerts this summer at Lakefront Park in Prior Lake on June 26th and July 10th.  If family's, small groups, or friends would like to help with this event call Nikki at the phone number listed above.

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Other Items:

  • Bored Friday nights? not any more...Come watch Harbor's co-ed softball team, Friday nights this summer in Burnsville. Every Friday we will have an old fashioned tailgate party with Hotdogs and burgers prior to the game.  Join us for food, fellowship, and funny sports moments. Contact pastor Josh 612.735.5238 or Katie Johnson @651.786.9243 for more info.

  • Remember to keep Gale Mord in your prayers.  Gale is currently in Tanzania on a missions trip.  He will be teaching pottery and spreading the love of Jesus.  Please pray for Gale and his wife Karen as well.

  • Save the date:

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Save the Dates:

 
Sunday, June 22nd--Savage Dan Patch Days Parade
Thursday, June 26th--Outreach giving out popcorn at Lakefront Park community concert
Friday, July 4th--Harbor Kids giving out glow necklaces at Lakefront fireworks
Thursday, July 10th--Outreach giving out popcorn at Lakefront Park community concert
Thurs, Fri and Sat July 17, 18, 19--Harbor Garage Sale and Fun Days
Saturday, August 2--Lakefront Days Parade

Wed, Thurs and Fri August 13, 14, 15--VBS

* VBS program during service Sun Aug 17

 

* Have something to add to the newsletter?  Email us your request.

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