Burbank Police & Fire BBQ @ South Hills Burbank

South Hills Church hosted a wonderful BBQ honoring our Police & Firefighters at their Burbank Campus this past Sunday following their 10.45am Service. The BBQ was a culmination of their Love-The-818 campaign that included helping BUSD Teachers @ various school sites set-up their classrooms and providing Teacher lunches, helping BHC pack 100’s of free backpacks for kids who need them, BTAC undergarment drive, cleaning up Chandler Bikeway & serving at the LA Dream Center projects. In attendance were Burbank Mayor Jess Talamantes (ret. Fireman), his Mom & son Scott; Councilman Bob Frutos (ret. Police); BPD Police Chief Scott LaChasse & Dep. Chief Michael Albanese; and Police & Fire personnel from Orange Groove & Verdugo Fire Stations. It was an honor to serve the men & woman who keep us safe everyday! I also had the chance to chat to the Mayor about a number of topics including various aspects of Police & Fire Dept. operations (recruiting, sro’s), as well as the upcoming Airport Terminal vote. Thank You Pastor Dave Stewart and South Hills Burbank for spreading the love of Jesus throughout our community.

IOS FLICKR Photos | FACEBOOK Photos | South Hills – SHARE Sermon

New Churches – Story City, South Hills, CityLight

This summer we’ve been spending some time experiencing what God is doing through some of the newer Church plantings in Burbank. Story City Church, South Hills Church & CityLight Church members have been out-&-about all over town serving their Community – from Backpack Giveaways to Flash Gas Buys, Random Acts of Kindness, Encouragement Cards, Free Coffee/Donuts & Water at City Events & much more… Burbank has been saturated with God’s People demonstrating His Love & Generosity in a powerful way. All 3 Churches have hosted Family Movie Nights we’ve attended and we’ve had the chance to visit-worship-fellowship with 2/3 Churches so far, as well as listen/watch several sermons online. Here’s a brief summary of these Churches for those looking to experience a vibrant Jesus centered Faith-Community.

Story City Church – Pastor Matt Lawson. (818) 823-3955

Meets @ The Colony Theatre Sundays @ 10:30am.

Service length = 75 min. Childcare. Refreshments.

Worship Style – Contemporary current (Hillsong etc.)

Ministries – Midweek Community Groups.

Current Sermon Series – The Art of Neighboring!

Links: Website | FaceBook | Media

South Hills Church – Pastor Dave Stewart. (818) 934-1029

Meets @ 222 S Victory Blvd, Burbank @ 9am & 10:45am.

Service length = 75 min. Childcare. Refreshments.

Worship Style – Contemporary current (Hillsong etc.)

Ministries – Midweek Growth Groups. Youth (Wed).

Current Sermon Series – SHARE. Campaign: Love-The-818.

Links: Website | FaceBook | Media

CityLight Baptist Church – Pastor Nick Reed. (818) 736-5556

Meets @ Burbank Adult School Sundays @ 10:00am.

Service length = 90 min? Childcare. Refreshments.

Worship Style – Unknown.

Ministries – Midweek Life Groups. Singles. Youth (Wed).

Current Sermon Series – Culture or Bible?

Links: Website | FaceBook | Media

Up-Coming Events Calendar
# South Hills Church
Sun 8/14 @ 12pm – Burbank Police & Fire Appreciation BBQ
Wed 8/31 @ 6.46pm – Remnant Youth Ministry Launch
# Story City Church
Sun 8/21 @ 10:30am – Official Colony Theatre Launch w/FoodTruck.
# Burbank Pres
Sat 8/27 @ 1-4pm – Open House w/Pastor Ross Talks, Food, Games.

Independence Day 2016 – GOD Bless America!

Start your 4th Of July right with this inspiring Independence Day message from Pastor Ross Purdy. Happy Birthday USA! ‪#‎GodBlessAmerica‬

 

2016 John Muir MS 8th Grade Promotion Photos

John Muir Middle School Boosters & Yours Truly are providing FREE HD 1920×1280 Pics from the 2016 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony via FaceBook & FLICKR. These are great for sharing with family & friends on social media & small (4×6/5×7) Prints. Here’s the LINKS:

FACEBOOK Photo Album #1 – Album #2 – Album #3 | Promo Party

FLICKR Photo Album #1 – Album #2 | Promo Party Album

If you like the pictures, please consider a Donation to JMMS Boosters ($5/photo suggested). Here’s the link to Donate now via PayPal.

If you’d like to order full rez. 5k images for larger prints (8×10/11×14 etc.), please email JMMS Boosters with the photo(s)ID as listed on FLICKR i.e. “JMMS8Grad16b-27” etc., and we’ll send you the larger images and a link to Donate via PayPal (if you haven’t already). Please allow 2-3 business days for processing your order. Also, DVD’s can still be ordered for $15 here. Check back for sample Video soon!

CA Primary Election – Local Races & more

Local Endorsements:

* Assembly (43rd District) – Mark MacCarley #154 | Website – FaceBook

* State Senate (District 25) – Michael Antonovich #140 | Website – FaceBook

Links: Value Voters Guide – http://www.electionforum.org/la-voter-guide/

* 2016 CA Primary Election Results (LA Times) *

Sundheim for U.S. Senate – Campaign Event

I had the privilege of joining Governor Pete Wilson, Councilman Bob Frutos & a host of business leaders for Cocktails & Conversation with U.S. Senate Candidate Duf Sundheim at the beautiful Beverly Hills home of Eric George. After a few words from the Governor & former DA Steve Cooley, Duf shared his background & vision for the State & Country, covering job creation, education & health care, public safety & national security, water & the importance of stopping sanctuary city enabler Kamala Harris from being elected. Harris’ politicization of the Office of AG, unlawful search/seizure of Planned Parenthood videos & failure to defend the will of majority of CA Voters on Prop 8, are just some of the reasons Christian conservatives & constitution loving Americans should look elsewhere this July.

FLICKR PHOTO Album | FACEBOOK PHOTO Album | YouTube Video

 

Family Promise National Conf. – Karen Olson

Family Promise held it’s 2016 National Conference @ the Long Beach Hyatt Regency last month. Our local affiliate (FPV) was well represented with Albert Hernandez, JP O’Connor, Sandy Thompson, as well as West Pres. Pastor Paul Clairville presiding over Sunday’s Inter-Faith Service. The conference closed with founder Karen Olson’s Farewell Retirement Speech & a moving Tribute. Thank You Karen for your inspirational life of service!  Links: FLICKR Photo Album | FACEBOOK Photo Album

 

Easter Service @ Burbank Pres – He Is Risen!

Happy Easter Burbank 2016

Wonderful re-creation of The Last Supper last night as we reflected on Jesus Betrayal, his Suffering and Death on the Cross. The Good News is Sunday is Coming! We invite you to join us as we celebrate the Resurrection of our Lord & Savior Jesus Christ @ First Presbyterian Church of Burbank @ 9:15am (Traditional service) & 11:15am (Contemporary service). Happy Easter!

JMMS VMA Pop Show 2016

It was Pop Show week @ John Muir & John Burroughs. Kudos to all the performers/choirs, teachers/choreographers & parent volunteers who put on 2 incredible shows. Enjoy a few photos & video from the JMMS show below.

FLICKR PHOTO Album | FACEBOOK PHOTO Album | YouTube Vid1 | V2