Students Host Valentine Dinner at Cypress Church

Cypress Church held a Valentine dinner and dance on Saturday, February 13th from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The theme was *Vintage Valentine.* The event was sponsored by students from the church.

There was dinner, dancing, and many family activities. The evening was opened in prayer by College Ministry leader Ryan Holleman. He thanked God for loving us enough to send Jesus to the cross and provide the free gift of eternal life to all who will believe in Jesus Christ.



The *Knights of the Holy Grill* prepared a delicious meal. The dinner menu included chicken and tri-tip, sautéed vegetable medley, cheesy potatoes, mixed greens with vinaigrette, French bread, beverage and dessert.

After dinner the students led guests in a game of musical hearts. Men delivered Valentines to their sweethearts and women played a game of traditional graces. The evening was capped off with a limbo contest and dancing. Proceeds from the evening are designated for future student mission trips to spread the *Good News* of eternal life through faith in Jesus Christ.

Cypress Church offers Bible studies and activities for all ages. They also provide many opportunities to be involved in community service and missions. The church campus is located at 6143 Ball Road just east of Valley View. Sunday Worship is at 8:45 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The Cypress Church web address is: www.cypresschurch.net. The community can interact with Cypress Church online using Facebook, Twitter and Livestream. Information about the church is available at (714) 952-3001.

Cypress Church - 6143 Ball Rd. - Cypress, CA 90630 - Phone: (714) 952-3001

Photo Caption: Students Kara Matayoshi and Robin Stewart were event coordinators for the *Vintage Valentine* dinner held at Cypress Church on Saturday, February 13th.

CLICK HERE to view the Valentine 2010 Photo Album

Valentine Dinner and Dance at Cypress Church

Cypress Church will hold a Valentine dinner and dance on Saturday, February 13th beginning at 6:00 p.m. This is a great opportunity for fun for the entire family. The theme is *Old Fashioned Valentine.*

The event is being sponsored by college students from Cypress Church. There will be dinner, dancing, and family activities. The dinner menu will include chicken and tri-tip, sautéed vegetable medley, cheesy potatoes, mixed greens with vinaigrette, French bread, beverage and dessert. The children’s menu substitutes hot dogs in place of the chicken and tri-tip.

Tickets are available at Cypress Church on Sunday mornings. Those interested may contact Kara Matayoshi at melodicslumber7@aol.com or Laura Matayoshi at matayoshiarmy@aol.com. The cost is $7.00 for each adult, $3.50 for children under 12 years old, and $2.00 for children 3 years old and under. Please make your reservations by February 7th.

The Cypress Church campus is located at 6143 Ball Road just east of Valley View. The church has Bible studies, activities and events for all ages. Sunday Worship is at 8:45 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The Cypress Church web address is: www.cypresschurch.net. The church office phone is (714) 952-3001.

Cypress Church - 6143 Ball Rd. - Cypress, CA 90630 - Phone: (714) 952-3001

Churches Feed Thousands On Thanksgiving Day

Thanksgiving is a special time for bringing family and friends together. With the California unemployment rate at 12.5%, many individuals can barely make ends meet and the need for assistance is great.

Cypress Church joined together with *Faith in Christ Ministries* and many other area churches to serve Thanksgiving dinner to thousands of area residents. Early in the morning on November 26th a group of about 70 volunteers from the *Knights of the Holy Grill* and Cypress Church headed for South Central Los Angeles.

The annual Thanksgiving Day Celebration was organized by Pastor Joe Browne of *Faith in Christ Ministries.* Pastor Joe has tremendous compassion for people in need. *Not only is this an opportunity for organizations to unite by responding to the needs of the poor,* he said, *It’s an opportunity to demonstrate the love of Christ.*

Hundreds of volunteers of all ages prepared turkey, potatoes, dressing, gravy, beverages, dessert and more. After a time of praise and thanksgiving to God they spread out to 12 different locations where almost 5,000 people received a hearty meal.

The Cypress Church team went to MacArthur Park at Wilshire and Alvarado Streets in Los Angeles. There were hundreds of hungry homeless people waiting to be fed. The buffet line opened at noon and most of the food was gone by 2:00 p.m. In addition to serving dinner the volunteers provided special activities for children at the park.

Cypress Church cooperates with many other churches, ministries and missionary organizations to serve the needs of the local community as well as Los Angeles, New Orleans and other locations around the world. During Christmas week the *Knights of the Holy Grill* are planning to prepare food for needy families. There are many opportunities for the public to become involved in serving others.

The church campus is located at 6143 Ball Road just east of Valley View. Information about volunteer opportunities is available at (714) 952-3001. Sunday Worship Services are held at 8:45 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. The church website is located at: http://www.cypresschurch.net/

Click here to view slide show of Thanksgiving Day Celebration.

Cypress Church - 6143 Ball Rd. - Cypress, CA 90630 - Phone: (714) 952-3001