Weekly Bulletin

Pancho Juarez - Lead Pastor

931 S. Maple Ave, Montebello, CA 90640 TEL (323) 724-8464 | FAX (323) 724-8467

Office hours: Monday - Wednesday & Friday 9am - 9pm Closed Thursday & Saturday

Sunday, March 17

Sunday Morning Service - Joshua 7 "Ai, Ai, Ai, So Much Trouble" (9:00am & 11:30am)
Jr High & High School Service (9:00am & 11:30am)
Children's Ministry (9:00am & 11:30am)

Monday, March 18

Women's Support Group - March 18 (6:30pm)
FMO Men's Bible Study (7:00pm)
Table Talk: Married Couples - April 29 (7:00pm)

Tuesday, March 19

Times of Refreshing: Women's Devotional - April 30 (10:00am)
Back to Basics (7:00pm)
Barnabas: For Divorced/Separated Men (7:00pm)

Wednesday, March 20

Midweek Service - John 19 "The King of the Jews, Part 2" (7:00pm)
Jr High & High School Services (7:00pm)
Children's Ministry (7:00pm)

Thursday, March 21 - The Ark Closed

Friday, March 22

Senior Sonrise Bible Study - March 22 (10:00am)
Embrace Her: For Divorced/Separated Women - April 12 (7:00pm)
Rooted: College Group for Ages 18-25 - March 22 (7:00pm)
Connect: Career Age Group for Ages 26-35 - April 5 (7:00pm)
Quench (7:00pm)
Spanish Bible Study (7:00pm)

Saturday, March 23 - The Ark Closed

Moms in Prayer (9:00am)

Notables

AGAPE KIDS - We are available to watch your children ages 2-11 years old. We'll have worship, craft time, and play games while parents/guardians attend our Friday classes. Only available every 1st, 2nd & 3rd Friday of the month.

THE ARK ENCOUNTER TOUR WAIT LIST! - Our tour to The Ark Encounter in Kentucky on June 18-22, 2024 is NOW FULL! We're also visiting Creation Museum, Underground Railroad Museum and Wolf Holocaust Center. Please call our Main Office at 323-724-8464 to put your name on the wait list (no guarantee)!

SPANISH SERVICE - Bring your Spanish speaking family and friends to our interactive Estudio Biblico en Español. We are going through the Book of Revelation every Friday at 7:00pm. We will study the Book of Revelation. You can watch our study live on The Ark Montebello's Facebook Live.
Este estudio bíblico está diseñado para que pueda interactuar con el maestro (Preguntas y respuestas: Preguntas y respuestas). También obtenga una mejor comprensión del Libro de Apocalipsis y comparta su fe con familiares y amigos.

MEALS ON WHEELS - We're back and ready to serve the body of The Ark Montebello. If you are in need and fit the following criteria, please call our Main Office at 323-724-8464. 1) Meals are ONLY for The Ark Families who have a need. 2) Recipients requesting meals must call Main Office. 3) No family or friends allowed to call on behalf of recipients.

OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE

ARKIETECH: AUDIO & VIDEO MINISTRY - Do you have a passion for working with video or sound? Perhaps you don't have any experience but want to learn how to bless God's people by helping get His Word out via LiveWebcast, On Demand content or our On The Level Radio program...if so, please visit our Main Office and fill out a Ministry Questionnaire today! We'll be happy to have you part of our team!

PARKING MINISTRY - Have you been attending The Ark for more than six months now and have been praying about serving? Parking Ministry is looking for helpers with a heart to serve and are interested, please fill out a Ministry Questionnaire and return it to the Main Office.

YOUTH MINISTRY - Do you want to make a lasting impact on the next generation? Do you have a heart for teenagers? Pray about serving in Jr. High or High School Ministry! Fill out a Ministry Questionnaire today!

WOMEN'S USHER & GREETER MINISTRY - The Women's Ministry is starting a new ministry to serve at our events. If you have been thinking about serving but not sure where, prayerfully consider serving in this ministry. Pick up a questionnaire from Main Office, fill out and return it to the office. Make sure you specify "Women's Usher/Greeter.

BIBLE STUDIES

TUESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY: BACK TO BASICS: THE BOOK OF REVELATION - This class is intended to help us have a better understand the Book of Revelation. Our interactive class welcomes your questions. Come learn and have fun!

FRIDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY: EQUIPPING THE SAINTS: THE  BOOK OF MATTHEW & MARK - Our Friday night class studying the Book of Matthew meets in Children's Worship Area from 7:00 - 8:30pm. Open to anyone 16 years and older.

SENIOR SON RISE BIBLE STUDY - Our objective is to reach out, support and encourage our older adults, stirring their gifts through worship, God's Word, prayer and fellowship. Sweets, coffee and water will be provided. We meet at 10:00am here at The Ark, every last Friday of the month. Our 2024 schedule is as follows: 3/22, 4/26, 5/31, 6/28, 7/26, 8/30, 9/27, 10/25, 11/22, 12/20

BARNABAS MINISTRY

SEPARATED & DIVORCED MEN - This is a support group from men that are suffering from separation issues. Every Tuesday from 7:00-8:30pm.

CHILDREN'S MINISTRY

SURF CAMP FOR 3RD - 5TH GRADERS - August 2-4 at Imperial Beach in San Diego. Cost is $230.00 and space is limited!

ROOTED: COLLEGE AGE GROUP

DISCOVERING GOD'S WILL SERIES: GATHERINGS FOR 18-25 YEAR OLDS - Are you 18-25 years old and looking to connect with others your age at The Ark? You do not have to be attending college to attend! Come on out, grow in your faith, and stay for some quality fellowship! Please call the Main Office or DM our Instagram @collegeagegrouptheark for dates and locations. "For where two or three are gathered in My name, there am I among them."- Matthew 18:20

CONNECT: CAREER AGE GROUP

FELLOWSHIP FOR 26-35 YEAR OLDS - Join us as we gather and connect with everyone ages 26-35 years old. Meeting every other Friday at The Ark. For more info, follow us on Instagram @connect_theark!

EMBRACE HER

FOR SEPARATED OR DIVORCED WOMEN - Embrace Her is a ministry where you'll find a community of women who come alongside you as you find healing in the midst of separation or divorce through God's Word. Our next meeting takes place at The Ark Montebello on Fridays. Upcoming dates: TBA

FMO MEN'S MINISTRY

MEN'S RETREAT 2024- August 23-25. Thousand Pines. Theme - Nehemiah 4:14. Sign ups at FMO Info Table Building 3 beginning January 7. $100.00 non-refundable deposit. Total cost $250.00.

FOR MEN ONLY BIBLE STUDY: 2 SAMUEL - Men, study God's Word with us Monday evenings at 7:00pm at The Ark. We'll meet for a time of worship, prayer and encouragement via God's Word.

MARRIAGE MINISTRY

MARRIAGE MINISTRY SPRING HOME STUDIES "EQUIPPING COUPLES FOR LIFE" - The Marriage Home Studies are designed to be a place for small group learning and fellowship. Each couple has the opportunity to learn and apply the subject matter as they become familiar and understand God's design and intention for the marriage relationship. A book is provided for each spouse with the cost of the class upon sign up ($20.00 per couple). Friday classes begin at 7:00pm and Saturday class begins at 9:30am. Space is limited. Homes in Pico Rivera, Montebello, Norwalk and Cerritos. Classes begin Friday, April 5.

TABLE TALK: MARITAL SUPPORT GROUP - Whether you are having marital issues or not, we invite you to an evening of conversation among newly and seasoned and married couples. We meet on the last Monday of every other month at 7:00pm. Our next meeting will be held on Monday, April 29 in Children's Lounge.

PRE-MARITAL CLASSES - Couples, have you been attending The Ark for 9 months regularly as a couple and are planning to get married or renew your vows? If The Ark Montebello is the home church for the both of you and you would like to get married or renew your vows here, please call our Main Office at 323-724-8464 and leave your name and phone number so we can contact you regarding pre and post marital resources at The Ark Montebello.

PRAYER

PRAYER & FASTING - Would you like to join us in our monthly meeting of prayer and fasting? It’s a time to lift up our burdens to the Lord, pray, worship, anoint with oil those that are sick, and have communion together as a family. When should you start fasting? It’s totally up to you! You can fast one, two, or seven days before Friday, April 12 at 6:30pm but we will end our fasting on this evening by having communion. These nights are held every second Friday of each month.

MOMS IN PRAYER - Inviting and welcoming ALL mothers, grandmothers, aunts, sisters to have a profound impact on your children and their schools. Enjoy a time of fellowship, prayer, and engagement for our children over the phone every Saturday from 9:00-10:00am. Call 323-253-1219 to join our prayer.

QUENCH

A PLACE FOR THOSE STRUGGLING WITH ADDICTION - We are a fellowship of men and women who, through the power of Jesus, seek freedom from the sin we call addiction. We believe a person can be freed from this bondage through the power of God’s indwelling Holy Spirit and the application of His Word to our lives. Held every Friday at 7:00pm. Must be 18 and over.

SENIOR SONRISE

MONTHLY PRAYER WALK - Walk, Talk and Pray at the Shops at Montebello with us on Wednesday, April 10 at 9:00am. Let's share the love of Christ with others at our local mall!

MONTHLY BIBLE STUDY - Our objective is to reach out, support and encourage our older adults, stirring their gifts through worship, God's Word, prayer and fellowship. Sweets, coffee and water will be provided. We meet at 10:00am here at The Ark, every last Friday of the month. Our 2024 schedule is as follows: 4/26, 5/31, 6/28, 7/26, 8/30, 9/27, 10/25, 11/22, 12/20.

QUARTERLY POTLUCK & BIBLE STUDY - Friday, March 22 for all seniors! Potluck assignment by Last Name: A-H: Side Dish; I-P: Dessert; Q-Z: Main Dish.

WOMEN'S MINISTRY

FRESH START - Our free women’s support group for weight control meets from 7:00-8:30pm on Mondays, from April 15 - May 20 here at The Ark Montebello. Gain an appetite for the Lord through the Word of God, prayer, a Word study, and journaling. Learn to control eating habits as we journey together sharing victories, recipes, meal planning, counting calories, and exercise. This is not a diet; it is a journey to a Healthy Lifestyle! Must be 12 years & older to participate.

WOMEN'S PRAISE & WORSHIP NIGHT - Ladies, come and join us for a night of worship, the Word & prayer on Tuesday, May 28 & June 25 at 7:00pm in the Sanctuary. Sorry, no childcare provided.

TIMES OF REFRESHING - Ladies, join us for devotions in God's Word followed by group discussion and prayer. Come and be refreshed in the Lord every last Tuesday of the month at 10:00am.

WOMEN'S SUPPORT GROUP - Women's Support Group at The Ark provides a haven for women who are in need of prayer and Biblical advice. No cost or sign up necessary. We meet on the 1st & 3rd Monday of the month at 6:30pm. If you cannot attend in person, we also offer Zoom meeting at 6:00pm (call us at 626-786-4472 for details).

YOUTH MINISTRY

NERF AND PIZZA - April 5 at 6:30pm in High School Room. $20.00 (you get to keep the Nerf gun). Nerf Tournament Style. Food and snacks provided.

YOUTH MINISTRY SUNDAYS - Jr High & High Schoolers, come join us for our verse by verse study thru the Book of 1 Corinthians on Sunday mornings. Bring a friend!

PARENT NEWSLETTER - Parents, ever wonder what is going on in our youth ministry? Our leaders want to stay connected with you so we have created a Parent Newsletter! We won’t spam your email, but you will get updates on events and current happenings within youth ministry from Pastor Derek. Subscribing is easy; just go to our youth website and enter in some simple information: www.montebelloyouth.weebly.com/parent-newsletter