I’m sure by now you’ve all heard the news that the Supreme Court of the United States ruled in favor of churches in California. The governor cannot place undue restrictions on churches, which means that we can meet in person again. Praise God! This changes everything.

We are so excited about this new development. This ruling by the Supreme Court is a clear reminder that God is always in charge. What a great moment to celebrate our sovereign and creative God. I hope you’re rejoicing with me. I also pray that this gives you hope in other areas of your life where you seem to be stuck as you wait for your circumstances to change. 

I hope you watched the video Kim and I made this week where we lay out some of the ways this new development will impact us here at TCC. As we gather again in person, we will continue to take our responsibility seriously to provide a safe and healthy environment for everyone who comes. Here’s what you can expect:

• We will gather in person at 9:00 and 11:00am.  
• Children, birth through fifth grade, will meet at 9:00 and 11:00am.
• Junior High School students will meet at 11:00am.
• We will practice the social distancing efforts we’ve all become accustomed to observing.
• Please be aware of the space between you and others.
• We will wear masks to protect ourselves and others. If you need a mask, we will have one for you. If you cannot wear a mask for an extended time due to physical reasons or allergies, please wear one while entering, standing, or exiting.
• We will sanitize before, during, and after services to keep our surfaces germ free.
• We will receive offerings and Connection Cards as you exit the auditorium.

We can’t wait to have people back in the room again. Last Sunday, thirty-eight people showed up for our 9:00am service, and it was awesome. We can be excited as we anticipate 225 people gathering to worship God in each service. We can’t wait to see your eyes and hear your voice. I’m so happy and excited for this new step in our journey, and I believe God will honor the path we’ve taken over the past eleven months. I look forward to seeing how God pours out His blessings of abundance over our church. See you Sunday!

We want to serve you better, so we’re changing the day my email blast/blog is delivered to your inbox. We’re now going to send this to you on Friday. This will allow us to include links to the weekly Message Notes, Community Group Study Guide, and Children’s and Student’s information so you can be prepared for the online experience at 9:00 and 11:00am each Sunday. You will have time to print your Message Notes before the service begins, allowing you to gain even more from our gathering.

Grow University begins in March, and now is the time to choose which class you want to take to help you grow. Here are this session’s classes.  

• Resolving Everyday Conflict will help you improve your communication skills and learn to resolve conflict in a healthy way.  
• GriefShare will support you to find healing after loss and learn ways to cope with the deep sadness, loneliness, and confusion that comes with the loss of a loved one or someone close.  
• Financial Peace University will assist you to gain financial stability and learn how to manage your money and reduce your debt.  
• Be with Jesus will show you how to deepen your relationship with God and learn practices that will draw you closer to Him.  

No matter which area you are hoping to grow in this year, remember: God is WITH you every step of the way and He’s already moving mountains for you because He loves you. And with God on your side, who can be against you? Our team is here to support you and help you. GROW now through Grow University! You can register online through our website. If you have any questions about any of the classes or need help getting registered, you can email Laura or call her at 530.273.6425 ext. 300.    

Parents, please make sure to pick up your Feb/March At-Home Kit on Sunday or at church during the week. This kit includes an activity you can engage in together as a family that will help you prepare for Easter and observe Lent. If you want to know more or call to reserve your kit, contact Alexis.

On Sunday, we continue our Walking the Way of Wisdom series. This week, we’ll take a look at what Proverbs has to say about Wisdom and PRIDE. The writers of Proverbs have much to say about the damage pride causes to us individually and relationally. I hope you’ll make sure to join us in person or tune in online this weekend to hear God’s Word for you.   

Here are the links you’ll need to be fully prepared for Sunday’s Service:

• Message Notes and Study Guide
• Weekly Spotify Playlist
• Children's Ministry
• Student Ministry 

If you aren’t ready to attend a public gathering yet, let me encourage you to keep your Sunday rhythms by watching the service live at either 9:00 or 11:00am. I believe that will help you stay disciplined as we walk this road of COVID restrictions together and help our church family feel your nearness and encouragement as we continue to “gather” in His name.           

You can watch the current service or an archived service on demand any time you want from our website or APP. Here’s an idea: When you’re watching online, please invite your friends to join you. If you haven’t downloaded the TCC APP, go to the APP store and search for TCC GRASS VALLEY and download it today. You can watch the service right from your device.     

Joyfully living everyday life on mission in intimacy with Jesus and others,

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