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FACILITIES TEAM UPDATE
The facilities task force team continues to meet to pray, plan and prepare for finding Restoration’s next physical space and location. We want to share a few updates about progress to you, the church body, on a regular basis so that you can stay apprised of major movements on the front of finding our next home. This is our second update and there has been great progress, as well as some challenges to report.
Last week we were able to tour a church that is in the process of changing locations themselves, making their current location for sale and available immediately. While ultimately the space(s) there may prove to be too small and not ideally situated for our church’s needs, it was inspiring to analyze a physical space in person together with thoughtful conversation flowing that led to many productive considerations and specifics being introduced into our facilities search. The particular location is not ruled out, but airs on the more expensive side as well so the search continues for other options to compare. The market is moving quickly so we are diligently searching listings on a daily basis to identify any new locations, while also exploring about half a dozen potential sites on our ‘list’. Some locations pose challenges to obtaining good information on viability, parking, zoning & availability. This information is often sourced from multiple contacts within layers of municipalities, boards of directors or property management firms who are at times, hard to connect with or hesitant to commit to firm answers to our questions.
Thinking forward and through those challenges, we’re happy to say this week brought some fresh inventory for sale and lease we are currently reviewing. We expect a few to be seen in person by the team very soon. We are also optimistic about the productive talks we are engaged in regarding a short extension on our current lease, which would alleviate a bit of the timeline pressure. There has also been advancement with our bank toward formalizing our loan approval which helps solidify an outline for budget proposals and setting fundraising goals. When the time comes, it is necessary to have the financial component ready for when God chooses to reveal the right home for Restoration. We seek to be realistic and fiscally prudent yet so very faith-fueled in looking for what’s next. As Jeremiah 29:11 says: For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.
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Mark your calendar for these upcoming events at Restoration
- Sunday, May 16th | Mother’s Day In-Person and Online Service
- Sunday, May 16th | Students Mission Trip Meeting
- Tuesday, May 18th at 7pm | Come & See Prayer at the Ministry Center
- Wednesday, May 19th at 10am | Pray + Play
- Friday, May 21st + Saturday, May 22nd | Parenting With Purpose Conference
- Sunday, May 23rd | Graduate Sunday
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We were not meant to live our faith in isolation. Let’s choose COMMUNITY and welcome others as Jesus did. To request a Neighborhood Campfire Kit, send an email to info@restorationcov.org by Wednesday, May 19th.
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On Sunday, May 23rd, we will recognize Restoration’s graduates! If you are a graduate from any time in the past year, please contact Daniel by Thursday, May 20th so we can be sure to include your picture, school and degree details. Your Restoration family is proud of you and wants to acknowledge your hard work! Contact danielmorgenstern@restorationcov.org with your picture and graduation details.
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RCC is introducing Restoration Connections, an additional way to know one another. Connections is a place to share testimonies, deaths, births, medical issues, milestones, really, any cause for joy or sorrow that we can invite each other to celebrate and to pray about. Restoration Connections will be emailed twice per month. This will not be posted on the RCC website; it is an internal communication for those who desire to know and be known by others who consider Restoration their church family.
To sign up to receive Restoration Connections, or to share something that is happening in your life, send an email to Janae Barriuso: connections@restorationcov.org.
***Please note that we will not share information on behalf of someone else unless direct permission is given. We encourage you to tell your own stories in your own words. If permission is given, we will include the subject’s email so people can send a note of support and encouragement.
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PARENTING CONFERENCE
We’re living in volatile days. The Lord wants to prepare us to be the best parents we can be, but He is also wanting us to know and see Him as the best parent as well. Family is important to Him. This conference will prepare us for the days to come. It is not only for adults with children.
The Lord has spoken to our hearts and has said He doesn’t want the cost of the conference to be a stumbling block. We are being obedient to HIs voice and are offering it at no charge for the Restoration Covenant Church family. Please register by clicking here so we can track attendance. We would still appreciate it if people would register though it isn’t mandatory. Register for FREE here Clicking Here. At the payment part use coupon RESTORATION and it will waive the fee for the conference.
Childcare is offered for a limited number of children and pre-registration is required.
Friday night, May 21st – Worship and a Word from Ravi Kandal – held at RT4 House of Healing, 25500 Zachary Avenue, Elko-New Market, MN (Free Event – free will offering taken)
Saturday, May 22nd – Parenting with Purpose Conference – held at Restoration Covenant Church, 14201 Cedar Ave, Apple Valley, MN
Registration: $40 if registered on-line by Monday, May 17th; $50 after that or at the door.
Alternatively you can watch online through our Facebook Livestream.
Livestream registration: $25
For more information and to register for the conference go to: scottco.kingdomfoundations.org
ONLINE GIVING
There’s no time like the present to set up online giving. Online tithing is a way to remain faithful in your giving whether you choose to worship with us in-person or online. Decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. For God loves a person who gives cheerfully. And God will generously provide all you need. We encourage you to consider giving online so that your giving is regular and easy to manage – it’s easy to sign up HERE. You can also Text to Give by texting any dollar amount to 84321.
PRAY OR RECEIVE PRAYER
Now more than ever, people are turning toward prayer or are in desperate need of prayer. We have an amazingly gifted prayer team you can depend on for prayer. They’re always looking for other prayer warriors if you want to join or if you need prayer for any situation, you can contact them. We believe in the power of prayer and know that God is listening. We would love to pray for you. If you’re interested in joining the prayer team or have any prayer requests, send them to our prayer team at prayer@restorationcov.org
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What We Are Learning in May
This month, we are learning about commitment as making a plan and putting it into practice. Growing in faith is not something that happens by merely cramming more information about the Bible into a child’s brain. All of that knowledge in their head means nothing if we don’t help kids experience what that knowledge can do in their hearts. To fully experience faith, we want kids to practice their faith. And that takes commitment.
“Training the body has some value. But being Godly has value in every way. It promises help for the life you are now living and the life to come.” 1 Timothy 4:8, NIrV
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VBS SAVE THE DATE!
VBS is back this year! This summer, we are making some changes to the format. Instead of a full week of VBS, we are going to spread the fun over the course of several weeks. We are still working out many of the details but wanted to make sure you save the dates! **There will be a
kick-off event on Wednesday, July 21**. VBS will then run every Wednesday night in August. More details will be coming soon! Reach out to ChrystineVilhauer@restorationcov.org if you have questions or would like to be part of the VBS planning this year.
PLAY + PRAY
Looking to get out of the house and connect with other parents and kids this summer? We would love to have you join us for Play and Pray! The kids enjoy themselves at the park while the grown-ups talk about the things going on in their lives and share prayer requests. Play and Pray mornings are an easy way to be in community with each other during the summer months. In May and June, we will be meeting on the first and third Wednesday mornings, 9:30am-11:30am at Apple Grove Park (by the fire station at CR42 and Hayes). Contact ChrystineVilhauer@restorationcov.org with any questions.
RESTORATION KIDS SPRING SCHEDULE
During May, Restoration Kids will continue to have in-person small group classes for preschool through fifth grade during the Sunday morning worship service on the first, third and fifth Sundays. Virtual small group for grades K-5 will continue on the second and fourth Sundays at
9:30 am via Zoom. Nursery will be open for infants and toddlers on the first, third and fifth Sundays. On weeks where no nursery is provided, we will have toys set up behind the fireplace in the lobby where parents can bring children if they need to get their wiggles out during service. Busy bags will also be available for older kids on these Sundays.
In-Person Nursery and Kids’ Classes: May 16 & 30
Online Virtual Classes for grades K-5: May 23
Virtual Class link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85932448179
RESTORATION KIDS ONLINE CONTENT FOR FAMILIES
We believe that every moment with your kids matters and that as parents, you have the biggest influence on your child’s spiritual development. We have some tools to help you!
We have linked the Bible Story content for this week here. You will need to enter the password restorationkids to access content. We have included a Parent Guide to help you guide conversation that reinforces what your kids are learning in the Bible Story Video. What a great opportunity to help grow your child’s faith!
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Movie Theater Rental
Movie night! We are watching Shazam! 6:30-9:00pm Wednesday May 19 at Emagine in Eagan. We are renting out a theater so it’s our space to watch like we want! (loud laughing and cheers encouraged) Students should bring $5 for tickets, extra money for snacks, and a friend because what’s a movie without people to watch with. We’ll meet in the lobby at 6:15 and go in together. Please let Daniel know who’s coming at danielmorgenstern@restoraticov.org
SUMMER IS COMING! SAVE THESE DATES!
- May 16 – Mission Trip Interest Meeting 7pm at the Ministry Center
- May 19 – Movie Theater Rental Invite Event 6:30-9:30pm
- May 23 – Sunday Student Breakout
- May 29 – First Mission Trip Team Meeting
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Mission Trip
Restoration Students are going on a Mission Trip! We are going to Lake Charles, Louisiana to help with the hurricane recovery. Lake Charles has a great need! In the midst of the craziness of 2020 they were hit by 2 hurricanes in a row (one of which was bigger than Katrina). 100% of the homes in Lake Charles were damaged so we are going to repair homes but more importantly show the love of Jesus.
If you are going into highschool or a bit of a teenager at heart we welcome you to consider joining us on this trip. Daniel is hosting an info meeting at 7 PM this Sunday, May 16th at the Ministry Center to answer any questions. You can reach out to him at danielmorgenstern@restorationcov.org with any questions about the meeting or the trip.
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