The Virtual Pew News #18 The Future and Our Needs

This is an update from Mike Furches and The Virtual Pew to give you the status of our needs for the next year in regards to ministry support. For those unaware, I left employment with Youth Horizons for two primary reasons; one was health, the hours and lack of sleep greatly contributed to the downfall of my health and a doctor’s order that I either quit working at Youth Horizons or be dead in 5 years. The second was the need to direct more time to the needs of Mosaic Church where I am now serving as pastor. Mosaic needs a pastor who can dedicate himself to the needs of the body, especially in the early stages of the church and to the continued needs of its people.

I also realized the need to contribute more to the needs of The Virtual Pew. The Virtual Pew, our ongoing ministry including reviews, helping individuals in need, and more was less effective as a result of the additional time it was taking at Youth Horizons and the changing schedules which was occurring through out the last year.

Here is the bottom line, over the last year we at The Virtual Pew made several commitments we were not able to fullfill. We plan on fulfilling those commitments but need your help. Among these were our wrestling scholarships to individuals involved in the wrestling community. As most of you know this is a community we have had a dramatic impact on over the last several years. However, as a result of scheduling, training and so forth, we were able to give virtual no time to this ministry over the last year. For those involved in the wrestling community you know this to be true as you haven’t seen me around as much. Having to give approximately 50 – 60 hours a week made it difficult to do this, especially when trying to keep up the basic counseling responsibilities of The Virtual Pew and doing the work of a pastor at Mosaic. The radio shows from Hollywood Jesus and The Virtual Pew also took an unexpected back seat due to scheduling difficulties.

Here is the bottom line, year before last, when doing the ministry of The Virtual Pew, I was able to bring in between $17,500 and $20,000 in contributions. As this was my only income, with no benefits you can see this wasn’t much for the work we were doing. I was able to bring this much in though from soliciting help as well as speaking at various locations. This last year however our income was substantially less. Outside of the speaking obligations at Mosaic, speaking at other locations was virtually non existant.

This last year, The Virtual Pew brought in an estimated, $6,000 - $7,000, most all of that early on in the year. I was able to bring in from Youth Horizons $20,000, and from Mosaic, $3,600. The income from Mosaic and The Virtual Pew was not taxed andwill be taxed during tax season. I also received insurance benefits from Youth Horizons which was needed due to various medical conditions which came about during the year.

In the last 6 months for The Virtual Pew I have received approximately $1,000, and of that $300 went to direct ministry, in other words, helping someone else. That is something about The Virtual Pew that people need to realize, much of what we have raised in the past goes to direct ministry which has included things like, wrestling scholarships, benevolence or bill assistance, drug testing kits, meals and more for people who are in need. We want to continue those types of things but will not be able to without your help.

My schedule will now allow me to be involved more with the ministry needs of The Virtual Pew but even more time with Mosaic Church. Mosaic is a new church plant that has within the last 6 months, obtained our own space and is reaching out to individuals who seem to have at one time or another given up on church. One of the things I am going to be doing is working closely with churches from either a past association or church affiliation to try and garnish support both in bodies and in finance over the course of the next few years. In this process we have already started some work and should be receiving some help from the parent church organization. While this is greatly appreciated it is not enough to meet the needs of my family and is still short from what I had available in income over the course of the last year.

If looking at last year’s income, you will see I averaged approximately $2,500 per month. Of that $2,500, approximately $500 went to direct services to help others, and over the course of the last six months the amount coming in was $2,200 per month of which $500 went to contributios leaving a total of $1,700 per month for income. For this income I was working approximately 100 hours per week. With those hours you can easily see how I was sleep deprived and how that would have an impact on my health.

Starting December 1st I will only be working between 50 – 60 hours per week, giving me more time with my family and more time to divide between The Virtual Pew and Mosaic Church. While I am looking forward to less hours and more family time, I am in need of additional income from The Virtual Pew. Presently, from Mosaic, I am receiving $600 per month and this is the only income that I can depend on as support to The Virtual Pew is not consistant. I am hoping the income from Mosaic will soon go to $1,000 per month, but even if that takes place, there is still the need of an additional $500 per month. If you notice, this would still be a $200 reduction from what I received last year, while I could use the extra income, what I need and what I want are two different things. I would naturally like to at some point provide more for my family. I realize the sacrifice needed for ministry work and have made that sacrifice for most of my working life, my children, family and those close to me know that all to well.

Last year there were a number of one time gifts to The Virtual Pew, and some who made several contributions over the course of the year. I am at the point where we need that again but at the level of giving two years ago. Of the $500I need in contributions, $300 of that will go to monthly health insurance and a gym membership which I need in order to get my health under control. Hopefully the gym membership will provide the help I need to lower my medication needs, thus my monthly medical costs.

I could go on regarding the work of The Virtual Pew and Mosaic. I could quote numerous individuals who have been abused, former youth pastors seeking to rekindle their love for Christ, individuals with mental illnesses who need The Virtual Pew, or individuals who have given up on church and rekindled their faith as a result of the work of The Virtual Pew. A lot has taken place and despite the reduction in time to The Virtual Pew, ministry has still taken place.

Mosaic is another story. While I have only been there for the last 6 months, we continue to have visitors and are just now starting community projects with the intent to grow. We are starting our first small group this month, and between movie nights and concerts we are starting to let those in Wichita know about us. We have had a number of visitors familiar with The Virtual Pew and some of those have stuck. I need more time to visit with our members, to help impliment the vision of the church, and provide the services normally needed by a pastor.

I continue to believe there is a great deal of potential for this work, but this work won’t continue without your help. Mosaic and The Virtual Pew need additional income for me to continue in the capacity I have. I believe God will provide that and am hoping you are a part of that. I am more than willing to come to your organization or church to talk about the work of either The Virtual Pew or Mosaic. Just let me know and I will be glad to schedule that opportunity. You are also welcome to contribute to either the work of The Virtual Pew or Mosaic.

In making contributions there are several ways you can do so. If making a direct contribution to Mosaic Church you can give at the following address:

Mosaic Church
902 George Washington Blvd
Wichita KS 67211

If giving to The Virtual Pew:

The Virtual Pew
P.O. Box 17731
Wichita KS 67217

You can also give on line to The Virtual Pew at:

http://www.furches.org/donations/index.html

A note for contributions made to The Virtual Pew, not all donations are tax deductible, however, all contributions to Mosaic are tax deductible. The primary reason for that is The Virtual Pew is set up as a Religious Organization, not a 501 C3. Contact me further if you want your gift to be tax deductible, there are ways to see to it that your gift is designated for tax deductible reasons if giving to The Virtual Pew.

This next year is one I have to get back on track with regarding my health; your help will allow this to take place. I ask you to pray about the work that is done with so many people either face to face or on line via the internet. There is ministry taking place where individuals are being touched, many of those individuals understand of the needs of this ministry because their lives, or the lives of their friends have been touched. I could again use the testimony from numerous individuals who have stated the value of these two ministries.

In closing, I haven’t mentioned another need but wanted to do so. As most of you know, I have had a strained relationship with my mother for what I believe to be good reason. I have asked God that if possible to provide me the opportunity to try and bring about some resolve and healing between my mother and me. For those that know my story, you know that this in and of itself is a miracle. My mother has cancer in stage 3.5 and progressing and has recently had a stroke. I need to visit her while she is still alive, in fact, I have needed to do so for the last months but have not been able to due to not being able to take time off from Youth Horizons. I need your help in order to do this. I am taking a huge step of faith and going to see her during the Christmas Season. While I am doing this, let me emphasize, this is a huge step of faith as I don’t have the money to do so. I am doing this hoping money will come in in support of this need. I imagine that over the course of the next year I will likely have to make several trips due to her declining health. I could go into a lot more detail but will leave it at that for now. Many have helped on behalf of others in the past, whether for my wife and the death of her brother and sister, or for others needing help through the ministry of The Virtual Pew. This is a time I need some support and frankly don’t know if it will come through or not, but am starting out on the trip in the next 3 weeks, whether I have the finances or not. I know I will be able to get there, I don’t know if I will be able to get back. God will have to provide.

Thanks for praying for and supporting this ministry. Some have likely noticed that more is taking place with The Virtual Pew and Mosaic Church, that is the build up and excitement that has been taking place. It has been over a year since a letter like this came from The Virtual Pew, I hope you understand the need for this one.

God bless and know the future is bright,

Sincerely Yours,

Mike Furches

There are all kinds of ways you can take this video, it certainly is intended here to display not only the faith I have in God, but the faith I have in you to continue to support this ministry.

Just click on the video below, if the video don't appear, just click on the following link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UxjPnGlFukQ



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Now for those that do not know, make sure you check out the numerous articles and blogs by checking out the archives. If visiting The Virtual Pew or MySpace they are archived on the left hand side of the page. Scroll down to where you see newer or older listed under archives and then click there. There are hundreds of postings so make sure to check out the archives. You can also contact me for a free e-book pre edit version of The Keystone Kid at mike@thevirtualpew.comYou can visit http://www.thevirtualpew.com/ and on the front page down on the left side you sill see our store. Your purchase provides needed funds to The Virtual Pew. If you do not see something to purchase you can click on the search engine, (do not put anything in the search box at this time). You will be taken to Amazon where you can search for anything you desire. Hopefully you will consider a gift to The Virtual Pew.

Now I get asked this quite often, Can we repost your blogs or articles? The short answer to that is, what an honor that you would ask, and by all means, spread the word.Here is our contact information

The Virtual Pew
P.O. Box 17731
Wichita, KS 67217

Click on the following links to learn more about The Virtual Pew

Donations to The Virtual Pew

http://www.furches.org/donations/index.html

The Virtual Pew

The Virtual Pew Blog

Personal Furches Web Site

Mary Jane Furches MySpace Page

Mike Furches MySpace Page

Mike Furches MySpace Blog

Hollywood Jesus

Reviews With Mike

The Virtual Pew Sermons

The Virtual Pew News

MySpace Hollywood Jesus Group

MySpace The Virtual Pew Group

The Virtual Pew Live Radio Web Page

To Subscribe to The Virtual Pew Live Feed

Phone Number to Call During The Virtual Pew Live Show, (Please never call prior to the start of the show) - (646) 716-8587

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The Virtual Pew News #17 / Goodbye Youth Horizons

A little over a year ago I started working for an organization I truly believed in called Youth Horizons. For those familiar with my ministry and the ministry of The Virtual Pew you will know how excited I was about this opportunity. My employment with Youth Horizons would be of benefit in several ways.

One, was it would provide me the opportunity to work with troubled boys in a youth residential situation. I have always loved and cherished the opportunity to work with boys who in reality are not much different than I was growing up. I believed God would, and could use my background to work with these boys in a way they could relate to and in a way that would bless me with the reminder of what God had done for me.

Secondly, my involvement with Youth Horizons would provide an opportunity to work over night three nights a week to get the work of The Virtual Pew done. This would also provide study and prayer time for the pastor position I took at Mosaic Church in Wichita.

The third reason the Youth Horizons job was attractive was it allowed me to bring in a little extra income without asking for contributions to The Virtual Pew so much. This was important as I know many ministries ask for money on a continual basis. I didn’t want The Virtual Pew to be a part of that type of group.

Despite what I was looking forward to regarding employment with Youth Horizons, I found it necessary to resign effective December 1st, 2008. I gave a two month notice but find it appropriate to detail the reasoning and the ongoing needs of The Virtual Pew, and Mosaic Church.

The first thing I need to communicate to you is my health. I am diabetic and prior to my involvement with Youth Horizons was able to manage my diabetes with medication, diet, and exercise. Over the last year however, my health has deteriorated to the point of becoming life threatening. My fasting blood sugars on average where over 300 and my sleep patterns, (or lack of, was causing my cholesterol levels to increase dramatically.)

One of the issues related to my employment at Youth Horizons was I specifically requested to work three nights a week, Sunday, Monday and Wednesday’s. This would allow me to spend time with my family, plus continue additional ministries within the wrestling community I cherished. There was more, I was doing a radio show on Thursday and Friday afternoons. Early on I saw this was not going to work as per agreement, but I didn’t say anything about it.

In the early period of employment at Youth Horizons I discovered I would have to attend various trainings and at times had less than 2 days notice prior to those meetings. I had to cancel speaking engagements, interviews, and officiating wrestling tournaments. It cost me as much as $300 per day in some situations, and a minimum of $125- $150 per day. The minimal salary of $20,000 per year would soon be lessened by the 72 mile round trip, additional meetings, and cancellations of other paying events. Between coverage of some Friday nights, and other nights during the week, I ended up working a minimum of 176 hours in any 4 week span at Youth Horizons, more than I requested upon hire. With this came other issues.

As mentioned earlier, my health began to suffer. Several months ago I scheduled an appointment with my physician, Dr. Tom Kline of Family Medicine East in Wichita. I was experiencing two months of constant, severe headaches. Tom and I began to explore why and as I begin to explain my sleep patterns, and other things related to work, he told me, “Mike if you don’t quit your job at Youth Horizons you will be dead in 5 years.” Tom and I have been close over the years and one of the things I appreciate is his willingness to shoot it straight. With me averaging less than 4 hours of sleep a night, and in some 72 hour periods only getting 4 hours of sleep, I couldn’t regulate my diet, maintain my exercise, and was losing out on needed rest. As a result, I had to go on insulin injections, currently at 4 per day.

Let me make clear, I tried to continue involvement with Youth Horizons. I requested my hours go back to what was agreed upon on hire, Sunday, Monday and Wednesday nights, working a 12 – 14 hour shift to give me the needed 40 hours per week for benefits. I would have continued to stay as I have started feeling better. This was either not considered or allowed to my knowledge. I was told of the agency’s concern for my health. As a result my last day of employment will be November 30 of 2008.

While the residential staff at Youth Horizons has left employment, and another coworker has quit, I would ask you to keep the program in your prayers. They have hired one additional staff and are in the process of interviewing 2 staff for House Parents and another staff to take my place. They have filled the other vacant position in the last few weeks and are training that gentleman.

One of the hopes I had was the work of The Virtual Pew would take place at night. I hoped the income from Youth Horizons would enable me to do more direct ministry with income coming into The Virtual Pew. While there was money coming in from Youth Horizons, the income from The Virtual Pew lessened as a result of not soliciting as much.

In 2008, we estimate The Virtual Pew revenue will be down $12,000. Between lost income from donations, speaking, and officiating, all of the additional hours worked only accounted for $8,000 over the course of the year. When figuring in a 72 mile round trip to work with the rising cost of gasoline, my experience with Youth Horizons was not financially feasible, especially when looking at the effects on my health.

The issues related to Youth Horizons would be hindered more with my accepting the Senior Pastor position at Mosaic Church in Wichita. While this has brought in a small income to help with the loss at The Virtual Pew, it has been small.

Mosaic is a young church with potential. Mosaic has the desire to reach out to those who have given up on church. The ministry of Mosaic and The Virtual Pew are a perfect marriage. Over the last 4-6 months we have had a number of visitors visit Mosaic. Unfortunately, due to the time restrictions, including working Sunday nights plus 3 - 4 other nights a week; I have had little time to visit and do follow up. One of the things I am looking forward to is getting this work for Mosaic done.

Between the commitment to Youth Horizons, Mosaic and The Virtual Pew I have little time to see my family. On average I get to spend less than 4 hours a week with my son, and 8-10 hours with my wife. This was not acceptable. The work of all of these agencies is important. For example, this last Tuesday some of the people associated with Mosaic and several other churches and I met with a young man. I spearheaded the meeting that had a tremendous bearing on this man. He was in a crisis situation where between drugs, sexual issues, and other factors, if immediate and sudden changes were not made, it was possible his life would be in danger. We managed to get this man into another home, away from his job where there were serious issues. He is one of many that need the ministry of The Virtual Pew and Mosaic. I have maintained God’s calling to reach out to people often neglected by the church. I have seen lives saved and lives changed.

I could go on, but let me talk some about the future and some of the needs.

I am excited about getting back into full-swing with The Virtual Pew and Mosaic Church. Not only do they need me, but I need them. This will require several things to take place however; it will require the effort to raise funds for The Virtual Pew. While the income lost from Youth Horizons is a big deal, the medical benefits are an even bigger deal. My family needs at minimum an additional $500 per month to help cover the medical coverage, plus the additional outstanding loss beyond that. It would be great to have more than that to allow the ongoing direct ministry of The Virtual Pew in helping others meet their needs. I will eventually be able to get back on my wife’s insurance coverage, but that will be at least 1 month, and will cost in the neighborhood of $300 per month. The current cost of my medications is $150 per month with insurance. While exercise, better sleep and other factors will lessen the need for some of those medications, I still have an immediate need.

As a part of the work of The Virtual Pew, I will also start booking myself for various engagements, from church related, to business motivational, to also including illusion or magic shows plus raising awareness for Mosaic Church. To schedule something you can email booking@furches.org I have a new booking agent who will work with you to schedule an event. Having an agent to help with this is a tremendous benefit and help. The bottom line regarding The Virtual Pew is that it will start back up full-force, and along with that will hopefully come in much of the previously lost revenues. Please remember, that a large portion of the revenues that come into The Virtual Pew go out to direct services and ministries.

There is additional work with Mosaic which will take place. I will schedule office hours three mornings a week and regular visitation and outreach hours. I will be working at visiting each member of Mosaic plus guests. I will also reach out to the most outcast in the Wichita area: Goths, the homeless, drug addicts, prostitutes and more. I am excited about the opportunities to use my talents, gifts and abilities to their fullest.

There is a lot going on. I didn’t even touch on my mother in East Tennessee recently having a stroke, and the discovery of cancer, currently at stage 3.5. It is estimated that she has approximately 1 year to live. For those that know my story, you know of the strained relationship between my mother and me. You also know of my desire to make amends and discover what it is like to have a mother for at least a small period of time in my life. I am still praying God will provide the finance and means for this to take place. I am planning to spend 2 weeks with my mom in December while at the same time, film a documentary about my life in the area I grew up. For my mom to be in this, with resolve between us would be an incredible blessing. How this will work out, I am not certain. I am just praying about it and seeing where God leads. I would greatly appreciate anyone who could help see to it that this visit occurs. I am taking a step of faith in making the visit prior to having the financial resources for the trip. I don’t have much time left with my mom though, therefore, I am taking a huge step of faith, hoping that there are those who can help make this trip possible.

I need people to continue and others to start their support of The Virtual Pew. There are ways you can do that and the gift is tax-deductible through either Mosaic Church or The Virtual Pew. Contributions can be sent to The Virtual Pew, P.O. Box 17731, Wichita KS 67217 or you can make those contributions on line at the following url:
http://www.furches.org/donations/index.html Please note, that despite the notation on the donation page, these donations are tax-deductible. One can also make a designated gift to Mosaic Church at 902 George Washington, BLVD, Wichita KS 67211

In closing, I want to make clear; I wanted to make the experience at Youth Horizons work. I love, admire and respect greatly Earnest Alexander of Youth Horizons as well as the other staff there. With my health and the needs of my family, I couldn’t justify the continuation of employment with the agency without some compromise. Youth Horizons and their ministry to troubled youth is a ministry I will continue to support in one way or another. I won’t close the door on maybe one day going back in some capacity if they would have me, but for now, I can’t continue in the capacity I am. The last year has been a difficult one with a lot of learning. It has been a year where I learned, and the things I learned were good. It is a year where I think I had a positive impact on some wonderful boys often misunderstood and for that I will be forever grateful. It has been a year God could open up doors, and improve certain aspects to help make The Virtual Pew, and Mosaic Church into the ministries He wants them to be. I covet your prayers, and appreciate your support, both in promotion and financial. My hope and my prayer, is that God will be glorified, and those seeking spiritual truth, will come to know more about the person of Jesus Christ and have an eternal relationship with the King of Kings as a result of these ministries. Be on the lookout, things are already starting to take place.

As I went to post this, I couldn't help but think of the following song. I think it is appropriate in so many ways, it certainly shares where my heart is at right now. Just click on the video, if the video don't appear, just click on the link:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwjHFQ3BbKc


Click Here to Go to The Virtual Pew Daily Verse and Read The Bible in a Year Passages

Click here for booking information to have Pastor Mike come speak or perform, from speaking to music or magic, something for all groups.

Click to visit with Pastor Mike regarding any of your needs. He will respond to each request personally, and if need be refer you to one of our other pastors.

Click to visit and join the new group The Virtual Pew, at MySpace. Become a part of a different kind of Christian group, check out the page for more information,all welcome, including those who are not followers of Jesus.

Click to visit the Virtual Pew Website and become a part of that ministry.

Click to subscribe to my blog

Click to visit and join our sister group at MySpace Hollywood Jesus.

Click to visit Mary Jane Furches' new MySpace Page

Now for those that do not know, make sure you check out the numerous articles and blogs by checking out the archives. If visiting The Virtual Pew or MySpace they are archived on the left hand side of the page. Scroll down to where you see newer or older listed under archives and then click there. There are hundreds of postings so make sure to check out the archives. You can also contact me for a free e-book pre edit version of The Keystone Kid at mike@thevirtualpew.comYou can visit http://www.thevirtualpew.com/ and on the front page down on the left side you sill see our store. Your purchase provides needed funds to The Virtual Pew. If you do not see something to purchase you can click on the search engine, (do not put anything in the search box at this time). You will be taken to Amazon where you can search for anything you desire. Hopefully you will consider a gift to The Virtual Pew.

Now I get asked this quite often, Can we repost your blogs or articles? The short answer to that is, what an honor that you would ask, and by all means, spread the word.Here is our contact information

The Virtual Pew
P.O. Box 17731
Wichita, KS 67217

Click on the following links to learn more about The Virtual Pew

Donations to The Virtual Pew

http://www.furches.org/donations/index.html

The Virtual Pew

The Virtual Pew Blog

Personal Furches Web Site

Mary Jane Furches MySpace Page

Mike Furches MySpace Page

Mike Furches MySpace Blog

Hollywood Jesus

Reviews With Mike

The Virtual Pew Sermons

The Virtual Pew News

MySpace Hollywood Jesus Group

MySpace The Virtual Pew Group

The Virtual Pew Live Radio Web Page

To Subscribe to The Virtual Pew Live Feed

Phone Number to Call During The Virtual Pew Live Show, (Please never call prior to the start of the show) - (646) 716-8587

Phone Number to Call During The HJ Live Show, (Please never call prior to the start of the show) - (646) 716-8853

To Subscribe to The Virtual Pew Live Feed -http://www.blogtalkradio.com/feeds/thevirtualpew

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Mosaic & The Virtual Pew Update

Greetings,

This is intended as an update for Mosaic and The Virtual Pew. First let’s look at Mosaic.

A lot is going on at Mosaic as we continue to work on the series, Basics of the Faith. Be on the look out in the next 2 months of a effort to start reaching out on a more structured detailed level. I have resigned from Youth Horizons effective December 1 to dedicate myself full-time to Mosaic and The Virtual Pew. Both of these ministries have the same vision and will blend together quite nicely while giving me the time to do the work needed.

As a part of the outreach and ministry of Mosaic, this weekend, on Saturday November 15 we will be hosting the film, Invisible Children at 7 PM. This riveting documentary has been highly acclaimed and addresses serious issues involving war and children. The showing is free and is recommended for Mature Audiences only. There will be refreshments available at the movie.

Also this week we will have church on Sunday where we start at 10:00 AM. This Sunday we will look at Worship as the theme will be Becoming As A Child. There will be a Bible Study on Wednesday at 7 PM and on Friday, November 21 is a concert featuring: Vehicles, Urban John, and The Jeremiah Foundation. The concert will start at 8 PM and there is a suggested donation of $5. We will offer a 3 for 2 admissions that is where 3 people coming together can get in for $10, and if you are having trouble with finance, give what you can afford to get in. This should be a fun time for everyone that attends.

We also need to let everyone know that is a part of Mosaic of a new item on the calendar that is rather important. On Sunday, November 23 we will be having a pot-luck dinner along with a business meeting for the church. We will be looking at better ways to reach out and expand the future of Mosaic. We encourage everyone that is a part of Mosaic to be there, and that we also want you to know, if possible, bring enough food for your family plus 2. That way we can cover meals for everyone in attendance. Of course, as to what to bring, bring whatever you would normally eat, if pork n beans, bring pork n beans, if it is t-bone steak, make sure you put one back for me.

I will post the mosaic calendar at the conclusion of this posting.

Now as to The Virtual Pew, a lot going on and be on the look out in the next week regarding exciting news with The Virtual Pew and the things that are going on there. One thing that I will mention here is the attempt to use sermons from Mosaic to post in the weekly sermon listings at the web site, http://www.thevirtualpew.com/ Those postings will resemble a cyber church service complete with worship. This last weeks posting is already up and the online sermons have been getting good reviews.

Myself and The Virtual Pew also received international recognition during the elections. Being interviewed by several international media groups including The Daily Telegraph in London and The Canadian Free Press, I was able to talk about the ministry of The Virtual Pew and the role of the religious community in the last United States Election. Those articles and more are available by checking out the postings at The Virtual Pew.

A lot is going on, between The Virtual Pew and Mosaic Church I am blessed to see people touched on a daily basis, whether the abused, the drug addict, the seeker, or the person having terrific financial difficulty, I am honored to see God work.

Now as promised, that calendar for activities at Mosaic, and be on the look out in the next week or two regarding the changes in why I have left Youth Horizons, and what is in store for the future.

Every Wednesday 7:00 PM Bible Study
Every Sunday 10:00 AM Worship (Child Care and classes are offered)

November
15 – Saturday Movie, Night, The Invisible Children – 7 PM
21 – Friday, Jeremiah Project in Concert – 8 PM - $5
22 – Saturday Movie Night, Enchanted – 7 PM (free)
23 – Sunday, Pot-Luck Business Meeting - RAC
27 – Thursday, Thanksgiving at Pastor Mike’s 2 –? PM (Advance reservations required prior to November 24)
29 – Saturday, Movie Night, Wichita Premiere of Lonnie Frisbee, The Life and Death of a Hippie Preacher – 7:00 PM (free)

December
12 – Friday, Wur’ship Project Concert – 7 PM - $7
17 – Wednesday, Start up of Small Group “Pilot Group” - 6:30 PM
19 – Friday, Mary Jane Furches Christmas Concert (Love Offering)
21 – Sunday, The Real St. Nick & Jesus Play – 10:00 AM

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Click here for booking information to have Pastor Mike come speak or perform, from speaking to music or magic, something for all groups.

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Now for those that do not know, make sure you check out the numerous articles and blogs by checking out the archives. If visiting The Virtual Pew or MySpace they are archived on the left hand side of the page. Scroll down to where you see newer or older listed under archives and then click there. There are hundreds of postings so make sure to check out the archives. You can also contact me for a free e-book pre edit version of The Keystone Kid at mike@thevirtualpew.comYou can visit http://www.thevirtualpew.com/ and on the front page down on the left side you sill see our store. Your purchase provides needed funds to The Virtual Pew. If you do not see something to purchase you can click on the search engine, (do not put anything in the search box at this time). You will be taken to Amazon where you can search for anything you desire. Hopefully you will consider a gift to The Virtual Pew.

Now I get asked this quite often, Can we repost your blogs or articles? The short answer to that is, what an honor that you would ask, and by all means, spread the word.Here is our contact information

The Virtual Pew
P.O. Box 17731
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