March 6-21

re•entry: turning your r12 experience into an r12 lifestyle

God worked in your life in a powerful way during Venture’s r12 campaign, but how do you sustain it? How do you turn all the principles you learned into a normal part of your life? This three-part series taught by Chip Ingram and Lance Witt is designed to give you practical advice and teaching from God’s Word on how to sustain and continue a vibrant relationship with the Lord.

April 2-4

Why I believe...  Find answers to life's most difficult questions as Pastor Chip Ingram begins a new 6-week teaching series Easter Weekend.

Do you have to throw your brains in the basket to believe in God?...the Easter story of Jesus "raising from the dead"? What happens when we die? Can miracles be explained? Answers to these questions are as varied as they are confusing, and spring from a plethora of belief systems. But the fact is, we can know the truth. There are solid, logical answers to satisfy the heart AND mind of those who are seeking. If you or someone you know has genuine questions about issues at the core of human existance, this series is an excellent resource!

Easter Services:

• Friday, April 2 @ 7pm
• Saturday, April 3 @ 5 & 6:30pm
• Sunday, April 4 @ 8, 9:30 & 11:30am

(Childcare for ages 0-24 months is available at all services except Sunday @ 8am. Sunday @ 9:30 and 11:30am we will have childcare up to age 5.)

Attend one serve one Click Here... to volunteer.

April 10

We're Expanding Your Saturday Night Opportunities...

Beginning April 10, we will be adding an additional Saturday night service at 6:30pm! The following new adult classes will be also be available:

• “Preparing Your Teens to Defend Their Faith” (Room 214 at 5pm)—Your KIDS will abandon their faith in College! Only YOU can stop it from happening. All BUT 7% of Christian kids will lose their faith when they get to college. Why? Surveys show it’s because their faith is based on feelings and not facts. Find the facts to support your faith and help your kids withstand the scrutiny of their professors. Targeted for middle school through adults. For those without kids: Learn to defend your faith and witness at work without awkwardness. More info at www.NoBlindFaith.com.
• “Managing Our Finances God’s Way” (Room 217 at 5pm)—Need help getting your finances in order? Come and discover how by joining us for a 7- week commitment that will help you set new priorities and design a spending plan to get out of debt and stay debt free. Cost is $15 per person for the workbook and CD. Register today!
• “The Essentials of Marriage" (Room 213 at 5pm)—This class is designed for engaged couples as well as those newly married or married for years but desiring a "tune up." We'll help you discover and be reminded of the greatest parts of a marriage that make it everything God would want it to be. We will learn from experts in the field through various DVD series and group discussion on communication keys, love languages, how to turn opposites into assets, finances, love, respect, intimacy and more. Come expecting to grow, learn, laugh and be blessed! The first series will be Love and Respect, presented by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs
  

Share your r12 Story...

We want to hear from you... What has r12 meant to you? What has your experience been? Submit your story online today so we can share with everyone the great things God is doing in your lives!

»Click here to “Share Your Story” today!

Next Steps for Small Groups

Have a party, reflect, recharge... and take your Spiritual Health Assessment! Small group hosts have been provided with great ideas and tools to help plan your time until Easter as well as discover what curriculum to study next. As your group transitions into the next study of your choice, we pray that each of you continues to grow in relationship with God and each other.

Upcoming dates to note:

• Saturday, March 20 - Small Group Host Celebration in Venue 2
• Saturday, March 27 - Small Group Host Training in Start Here at 6:30pm
• Sunday, March 28 - Small Group Host Training in Start Here at 12:30pm
• Friday, May 21 - Foundations in Leadership Training
• Saturday, May 22 - Foundations in Leadership Training

For more information on small groups or details about events, please contact Robin Coleman (408.997.4617; rcoleman@venturechristian.org) or Sharon Stonehouse (408.997.4644; sstonehouse@venturechristian.org).

May 8-9
Parent and Child Dedication

Mother's Day Weekend
May 8 at 5pm Service and May 9 at 9 & 11am Services
For more information contact the KidVenture Ministries
Office (408.997.4646).

June 21-24
Kidz Under Construction

Save this week!
Vacation Bible School is coming. Watch for more details. For more information contact the KidVenture Ministries Office (408.997.4646).

Haiti Relief

Venture has teamed up with CityTeam Ministries

The Haiti 7.0 earthquake was over a month ago, but the need in Haiti is still great! That's why we have partnered with CityTeam Ministries to send relief. CityTeam has a 4-phase distaster response effort currently helping Haitians rebuild their lives and communities.

You can be a part of this vital relief effort by making an

online donation today - click here (be sure to note that the gift is for Haiti Relief). Each gift, large or small, will make a difference. Thank you so much for your continued prayer and support!

«Click here for more information on CityTeam Ministries' current relief efforts»

Volunteer Opportunities

If you are looking for a place to serve, we have some opportunities available:

Bulletin Stuffing (Fri. @ 8:30am); Office Help/Data Entry; Children's Ministry (teachers, helpers, computer check-in and more); Sports (field prep, videographers, photographers, and more); Hospitality Team/Kitchen Ministry @ 9am service; Security Team; Information Team; Shuttle Drivers; Guest Services/Greeters. For more information, please call the church office (408.997.4600).

LGCS Summer Camp —for grades K-6th

Join us this summer at Los Gatos Christian School for a summer day camp, June 21 - August 6.

Activities: sports, crafts, cooking, science, field trips and more!

Learning: Math and Language workshops

«Click here for more details and to register online»

Campus Maps

Need help finding your way around campus?

There are maps available througout the campus and printed versions are available at the Information table in the lobby.

«Click here for the pdf of our site map»

(Note: some hallways have been designated for children only in order to enhance the safety of our children. More details are available at the Information table if you have any questions.)

Venture Resource Center

Many titles are available

Venture's Resource Center, located in Start Here (formerly called Common Ground... just across the patio from the main worship center) has many topics available help you in your walk with God.

Stop by after the weekend services to see the many other titles available for purchase as well!

LISTEN ONLINE—Venture Sermon Series....

r12 True Spirituality

Want to review the weekend service? ... or share it with a friend?

Just click on the following link:  LISTEN ONLINE

Your Divine Design

Do you know how God has uniquely wired you? Every believer was created to play a strategic role in the body of Christ with the gifts God has given them. But many of today's Christians face one difficult question - how do I discover my spiritual gifts and then use them effectively in my church? In this series, you will unpack key passages from Romans, Ephesians, and 1 Corinthians to understand the role of spiritual gifts while pinpointing their own. With Biblical insight and practical steps, you'll learn how to discover, develop, and deploy your spiritual gifts for greater ministry and significant impact. ACSI approved.

If you would like to listen to Venture's sermon series, it's available free online. Just click on the following link:  LISTEN ONLINE