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CONTENTS

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Stay In Touch with Us

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Congratulations!

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We Are Water of Life

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Water of Life’s Mission & Core Values

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Next Steps

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Core Classes

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Small Groups

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Children • Students • Young Adults

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Recovery & Support Resource List

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Water of Life Campuses

STAY IN TOUCH WITH US!

CONTACT INFORMATION wateroflifecc.org 909.463.0103

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE 14418 Miller Avenue, Suite K Fontana, CA 92336

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MOBILE APPS

Water of Life offers a mobile app to help you get connected with us and stay in touch:

Download the Water of Life mobile app to stay up to date on current events & listen to past sermons.

To download the Water of Life mobile app, use any of the following services:

iTunes App Store

Google Play

Amazon Appstore

SOCIAL MEDIA

Follow us on social media:

/wateroflifecc /wateroflifecc /wolcc

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CONGRATULATIONS! You just accepted Jesus Christ as your Savior!

You have made a commitment to trust and follow Jesus and we are so excited to come alongside you as you move forward on your spiritual journey! To trust and follow Jesus means that He has given you eternal life and that you have surrendered to Him inviting Jesus to be your Teacher, Lord and King. Nothing could be more important and exciting! Whether you are just entering into a relationship with Jesus for the first time or are renewing your commitment to follow Him, you’ll want to lay a good foundation for your faith in God so you can build on it in the years ahead. Laying a good foundation includes: Reading your Bible: “Your word is a lamp to my feet.” Psalm 119:105 Prayer: “Believe, ask in prayer and you will receive.” Matthew 21:22 Going to Church: “Don’t avoid worshipping together and encouraging one another.” Hebrews 10:25 Joining a Small Group or Bible Study: “They met house to house for food and fellowship.” Acts 2:46 Sharing your Faith: “The first thing Andrew did was find his brother, Simon, and tell him, ‘We have found the Messiah.’” John 1:41 We would like to present you with this Bible as a free gift of God’s Word. You will find that in a very short time it will become the very compass for finding and fulfilling your purpose and destiny in this life, and the hope of your eternal life. As you open its pages and spend time reading it every day, you will come to understand and have confidence in these basic promises: • God is crazy about you. • He accepts you just as you are. • You now have His Holy Spirit living in you to empower and guide you.

Water of Life has a wide range of classes designed to heal and equip you for your journey in Christ. For a full list of available classes, visit us at wateroflifecc.org .

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WE ARE WATER OF LIFE

Water of Life Community Church was established on Sunday, October 28, 1990, when a group of twenty-one adults and eleven children gathered together to worship at the La Petite Childcare building in Rancho Cucamonga. It was a fellowship that had arisen from a men’s Bible study. This was a group of people who had grown together and were committed to seek God’s plan as a church family. Water of Life is a non-denominational evangelical charismatic church. This means that we are devoted to studying and obeying the Bible, which is the Word of God. We believe in the Baptism of the Holy Spirit and the modern day operation of the gifts proclaimed in the New Testament. Many people love God but have become disillusioned with the “church.” Therefore, a church that offers a personal encounter with Jesus Christ and growth in His Word, without the clutter of an overly structured environment, has great appeal. Because we want to maintain the integrity and purity of our spiritual purpose, we do not have a rigorous structure with a multitude of committees or membership requirements. Consequently, you will not see us take an offering. Rather, we believe the giving of tithes and offerings is worship to Jesus Christ and is an expression of the relationship between the individual giver and the Lord. Although Water of Life is a non-denominational church, we consider ourselves to be a church that is “interdependent” with the rest of the Body of Christ. Our church is governed by our Pastors and our Elder Board. Additionally, our Senior Pastor is accountable to an outside group of other Senior Pastors from local churches, as well as an internationally recognized leader from the Foursquare denomination. Our desire is to walk by faith and in deep trust of our Lord.

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WATER OF LIFE’S MISSION & CORE VALUES

OUR MISSION A transformed life demonstrated by passion for God and compassion for people. OUR CORE VALUES HEALING Restoring people physically, emotionally and spiritually to fulfill their destiny in Christ. Ezekiel 36:25-27 • I Corinthians 1:3-4 SENDING Establishing long-term relationships throughout the world in order to transform lives. Matthew 28:19-20 • Acts 1:4-8 CARING Meeting physical needs of the poor in order to meet spiritual needs, resulting in transformed lives. James 2:14-17 • I John 3:17 • Matthew 25:34-36, 40 EQUIPPING Teaching and releasing people with the purpose of both mind and heart transformation. II Timothy 2:2 • Ephesians 4:11-13 RELATIONSHIPS Transforming lives by strengthening families and building relationships in Small Groups. Acts 2:42 • Ephesians 2:19 Psalm 133:1-3 • I Corinthians 12:12-13

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NEXT STEPS

Next Steps is the clear path for you to get connected and grow here at Water of Life. You may be wondering, “Ok, so I’m a follower of Jesus, now what do I do?” We want to come alongside you and help you take your Next Step on your journey of following Jesus. Here are three Next Steps to take as a new follower of Jesus:

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BAPTISM

Baptisms at Water of Life are a big celebration, and it is the next step for anyone who commits their life to trust and follow Jesus. Baptism is the outward symbol of an inward commitment to surrender your life to Jesus and live for Him as your King.

The Baptism class is required in order to get baptized at Water of Life. As soon as you have committed your life to Jesus, you can and should be baptized.

For more information on how to register for the next Baptism class, call the church office at 909.463.0103 or email healing@wateroflifecc.org . SMALL GROUPS God never intended for you to be alone, but to live in life-transforming community with other believers. New Groups for New Peeps is the perfect place for you to get planted in a community and grow! In this eight-week group, you will watch short video lessons, learn from the Bible and have discussions about what it means to follow Jesus. For more information, contact our Small Groups Coordinator at 909.463.0103 x4149 or at smallgroups@wateroflifecc.org . 2

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At the heart of our church you will find people serving others. Serving is just caring for others with how God has cared for you.

Whether you serve our church on the weekend services, serve our city through helping the poor or serve globally by going on a missions trip, God can use you to make a difference in someone’s life. Visit wolnextsteps.com to learn more.

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CORE CLASSES

At Water of Life we are passionate about equipping you for the journey. Take a look at some of the core classes we offer: Foundations I: This four-week class gives the foundational understanding of how to grow in your faith as a Christian. It is highly recommended to new believers or anyone desiring a better understanding of the essential elements of the Christian life. Foundations II: This eight-week class is for all Christians, new or established, who want to grow beyond the basics and move into a deeper relationship and understanding with God. This class builds on Foundations I and gives you tools to grow in prayer, worship, and studying the Bible. Discovering Water of Life (DWOL): Learn about the church’s history, core values, doctrine, and how to get involved. This is an opportunity to meet key leaders of the church. This class is for all who are new to Water of Life or want to make this your church home. Lunch and childcare are provided. Mission & Core Values Class: This five-week class will help you understand the heartbeat of Water of Life through our five core values: Healing, Sending, Caring, Equipping, and Relationships. Ministry & Gifts of the Holy Spirit: This six-week class is designed to give you a Biblical understanding of the Holy Spirit and His gifts. This class will help you discover, develop, and deploy your spiritual gifts in your area of giftedness. Cost is $10 for a spiritual profile and materials.

For a complete list of classes, to register or for more information, visit wateroflifecc.org . All of these classes are available through Water of Life’s Equipping Ministry or School of Ministry.

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SMALL GROUPS In-Home Bible Studies

At Water of Life, we believe life transformation happens in the context of relationships. You were not meant to live life or pursue your faith alone. Small Groups are the best way to learn about our faith, develop purposeful relationships, discover our gifts and serve together. You might have read that the first thing Jesus did when He started His ministry was to launch a small group (He called them His disciples). We think that’s a good example to follow. What is a Small Group? A Small Group is a gathering of approximately 6-12 people who meet weekly to share, study and support one another. A trained member leads each group. An average meeting lasts for about an hour and a half to two hours.

For more information, visit us at wolgroups.com or call the Small Groups Coordinator at 909.463.0103 x4149 .

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CHILDREN • STUDENTS • YOUNG ADULTS

Although we offer some of these ministries at multiple campuses, the following information is specific to our Fontana Campus.

WOL KIDS Ages: Birth to 4th Grade Service Times: Visit the website for current meeting information Web: wolkids.org 56 MINISTRY Ages: 5th-6th Grade Service Times: Visit the website for current meeting information Web: wolnxtgen.com/56ministry ACTIVATE STUDENT MINISTRIES Ages: 7th-12th Grade Service Times: Visit the website for current meeting information Web: wolnxtgen.com/activatesm Social Media: activatesm WOL YOUNG ADULTS Ages: 18-29 Thursday Night Service: Visit the website for current meeting information Web: wolnxtgen.com/youngadults Social Media: wolyoungadults

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RECOVERY & SUPPORT RESOURCE LIST

Support Groups Healing Marriage Prayer

Contact the Healing Department at 909.463.0103

Armor of God Military Ministry A prayer, fellowship and Bible study group for veterans, military family members or anyone having someone or something related to the military. Clean Waters A healing small group designed to help men develop sexual purity. Celebrate Recovery For those who have addictive behaviors or who love someone with addictive behaviors. DivorceCare A small group for those experiencing separation or divorce. DivorceCare for Kids (DC4K) A small group for kids of parents experiencing separation or divorce. Freedom Road A support group for people who suffer from chronic anxiety, and/or panic attacks.

GriefShare Provides practical support, restoration and hope for those who have lost a loved one. Grieving Moms A class/support group for mothers who have lost children, at any age, to process their grief and find support. Growing Hope A class/support group for women dealing with depression. Healing the Hurt: Understanding & Healing Abuse A support group for women dealing with abuse. Healing Rooms Healing Rooms minister salvation, physical and emotional healing to the complete person. Living Waters A hands-on class on how to walk through healing and deliverance for areas of bondage.

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Restored Life A class/support group for women who have been wounded by their husband’s sexual betrayal, through either infidelity or pornography. Shepherd’s Staff Caregiving Lay-counseling ministry that helps individuals/couples during times of concern, conflict, and relationship problems.

Sozo Ministry Prayer sessions for deep inner healing

and deliverance. Applications available online or by email.

Benevolence & Personal Ministry Minister of the Day available Monday-Friday 9:00am-11:30am & 1:30pm-4:30pm Caring Hearts Hospital Visitation Ministry Healing Rooms

Fontana Campus: every Thursday at 6:00pm Upland Campus: every Friday at 6:00pm By Phone: Call 909.296.1447 every Thursday & Friday from 6:00pm-9:00pm Marriage Ministry —Call x4127 Marriage Enrichment Class Premarital Class Marriage Events Re-marriage Premarital Class Marriage Mentoring Groups Small Groups for Troubled Marriages Marriage & Parenting Classes Marriage Counseling Prayer Ministry Includes many personal & corporate prayer opportunities or events. CityLink Food Warehouse www.fontanacap.org 16815 Spring Street, Fontana, CA 92335 909.803.1059 Tuesdays & Thursdays from 2:00pm-6:00pm

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FONTANA CAMPUS

Location:

7625 East Avenue Fontana, CA 92336

Phone Number: Victoria St.

909.463.0103

For current Service Times and much more, visit here:

wateroflifecc.org aguadevidacc.org

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UPLAND CAMPUS

Location: Arrow Hwy.

1020 W. 8th Street Upland, CA 91786

Phone Number:

909.463.0103

For current Service Times and much more, visit here:

wolupland.org

Agua de Vidai (Spanish Congregation) :

aguadevidacc.org

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ROSENA RANCH CAMPUS

Location:

Paakuma’ K-8 School 17825 Sycamore Creek Loop Pkwy. San Bernardino, CA 92407

Phone Number:

909.463.0103

For current Service Times and much more, visit here:

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TOWNSVILLE, AUSTRALIA CAMPUS

Water of Life has gone international! If you ever get the chance to travel to Australia, enjoy our service located at our Townsville Campus!

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BCC Cinemas Townsville Central 10 Little Fletcher Street Townsville, QLD 4810 Australia Sunday: 9:30am or online at 10:00am

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Contact Information:

woltownsville.org

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wateroflifecc.org 909.463.0103

ADMINISTRATION OFFICE 14418 Miller Avenue, Suite K Fontana, CA 92336