It was the day of Christmas... MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Tuesday, December 25, 2007

After 35 services, 13,728 in attendance, 1353 salvation in the month of December, it is time to rest and celebrate. For many of you that are away, or just hanging with friends and family here in warm South Florida, enjoy this day of No Shopping, just sit back enjoy all that God has done this year for you.

At the Doral campus we had a great three services; with a total attendance of 414 and 43 salvations. For those of you who made it all happen...thank you for all your hard work and dedication. there is not one week that goes by that I'm not grateful to serve with you all. I pray you have a wonderful Christmas today as you rejoice for the love Jesus has for you.

Around our home today is a little quite. My youngest son Jacob left yesterday to North Carolina to visit Igor (my oldest son). It's been almost 2 years since he visits. This visit is special because he is going to meet the two new additions to the family; Aries and Emmanuel. After speaking with him last night, they were all having a great time. I'll share some pics with you later.

Grecy and I have a lot to be thankful for this season. We grew from 2 to 5 grandchildren in just a matter of weeks. The latest addition... drum roll please: little Darwin. The cool thing is we get to have him here with us everyday. This Christmas is very special because it is his first. Thank you Ashley and Drawin, we could not have done it without you!

We are going to enjoy the next couple of weeks; catch up on what needs to be caught up with and then download and unwind to start the New Year fresh and ready to go. Whatever you do, make sure you do the same as we get ready for the biggest year in FRC Doral history... 2008!

Merry Christmas to you all and may the Lord bless you and keep His forever,

Igor and Grecy

Friday, December 21, 2007

Last night we had our first Christmas service of 2007... one of 35 services we will be having over the next few days. Let me just say, you are in for a spectacular service. Everyone in your family will feel the joy of the Christmas season and will also have a new appreciation of this holiday.

There are still many choices available to make one of the services. Make sure to take the time and bring someone along to one of the services! If you are in the Miami/Doral area, you have three choices on Sunday: 9:30am, 11:00am and NEW TIME of 5:00pm.

Merry Christmas to all,

From Igor and Grecy


Cooper City
· Dec. 20 - Thursday at 7:00 PM
· Dec. 22 - Saturday at 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM
· Dec. 23 - Sunday at 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM and 5:00 PM
Spanish service at 2:15 PM
Portuguese service at 7:00 PM
Hungarian service at 7:00 PM
· Dec. 24 - Monday at 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM

Doral
· Dec. 23 – Sunday at 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM

Hallandale Beach
· Dec. 23 – Sunday at 9:30 AM and 11:00 AM
Spanish service at 12:30 PM
· Dec. 24 – Monday at 5:00 PM

Sawgrass
· Dec. 23 – Sunday at 9:00 AM and 10:15 AM

Lima, Peru
· Dec. 23 – Sunday at 10:30 AM
Spanish service at 9:00 AM

Internet Campus
· Dec. 20 - Thursday at 7:00 PM
· Dec. 22 - Saturday at 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM
· Dec. 23 - Sunday at 9:30 AM, 11:00 AM, 12:30 PM and 5:00 PM
Spanish service at 2:15 PM
· Dec. 24 - Monday at 3:30 PM, 5:00 PM and 6:30 PM

Back to the Blogging world

Tuesday, December 11, 2007

After two weeks without a word from me, I'm sure you were all asking: what happen to Igor?... at least some of you were anyways. We'll I’m back after two crazy, busy and exciting God-weeks.

Here's the abbreviated scoop:

1. My computer was mad at me and decided a good way to avenge his anger (yes it's a he) was to shut me out. Ultimately I had to ask Geoff, out Tech guru, to hook me up with a replacement. I'm writing to you from there now…thanks Geoff!

2. The last First Wednesday of 2007 was exceptional. It was the staff's turn to serve our volunteers, and we did so in style. If case you missed it, start serving and you will get that opportunity again next year, not to mention the benefits of serving together with those who also love God. It was an incredible night, one that will stay in my heart forever.

3. For the last 3 years we have been partnering with Starbucks throughout S. Florida reaching out with our Christmas outreach events. It is a way for us to get to know people in our communities and invite them to attend one of our Christmas services. On Fridays in December we select a Starbucks in the area to bring live music and "free" coffee to the guest. It is a lot of fun and a very effective way to reach out.

4. What can I say about the Christmas Express event...outstanding! If you did not participate, there is always next year. One thing for sure, we have not seen the last of those families who were ministered to. Melissa and the entire team did a great job!

Well, Christmas is just a few day away. In case you are counting, 14 days from today. Here’s my question: Are you ready? I mean, are you ready to pray, serve and invite? I'm sure you already know this, but it is worth mentioning again. Christmas is one of those times where people are more open to coming to church than any other time of year. If you get them to one of the service, you have done your job, it is then up to God to His.

I challenge each of you to:
Pray...
Serve... and
Invite!

Until my next post, I promise the wait will not be as long as the last time. By the way, I would love to hear from you. Who are you praying would come to one of this year's Christmas services? Drop me a line and let me know, I would love to pray with you on that.

Until next time,
ia