Interwoven Church Update
Dear Friends,
“We do not do things because we know of its successful outcome; we do things because they are worthy of being done.” This powerful quote from theologian Ralph Winter has been a guiding light for me in on this journey of church planting. It’s reminders like these that reassure me that, ultimately, God is in control. As the organizing pastor of Interwoven Church, I am filled with excitement and anticipation for where our church is headed, especially in a time and world where uncertainty is ever-present.
It is exciting that Interwoven has been meeting for over 2 years now and is still in its growth phase thanks to the legacy support of South Hills Presbyterian Church, 1001 Worshipping Communities, the San Gabriel Presbytery and so many others who believe in the future of the Church. We have been reestablishing ourselves since our move from La Cañada to Eagle Rock, and the journey has been filled with growth, challenges, and transformation.
Since our move to Eagle Rock, we have been patiently waiting and preparing to have our Grand Opening in our new community. This fall will be like no other in the life of our church, and we are ecstatic to announce our Grand Opening Weekend, scheduled for October 25th, 26th, and 27th, 2024, with events each day! This celebration marks a significant milestone in our journey, and we can’t wait to share it with all of you.
Our Grand Opening festivities will kick off with a Family Fun Night on Friday, October 25th, featuring music, food, games, and activities for all ages. On Saturday, October 26th, we’ll host a Trunk or Treat event for the community, providing a safe and fun environment for families to enjoy. The weekend will culminate on Sunday, October 27th, with a soul-stirring gospel concert and worship service at 4:00 PM, a powerful expression of our gratitude and joy.
But the excitement doesn’t stop there! We are also overjoyed to announce that the Administrative Commission has given us the green light to proceed with our ambitious renovation and campus redesign, starting with the preschool building.
This is the first step in our vision to create a dynamic, innovative campus that will foster ministry, community engagement, and social enterprise.
Our capital campaign is launching soon, with the goal of raising funds for a new, state-of-the-art campus that will not only support our ministry but also serve as a hub for job creation, particularly for foster and at-risk youth. This new space will empower Interwoven Church to become self-sustaining while addressing critical needs in our community, including employment opportunities and, eventually, housing for those in need.
None of this would be possible without the incredible support of the San Gabriel Presbytery and our generous individual donors. We are deeply grateful for your partnership in this exciting endeavor.
If you’d like to learn more about the future of Interwoven Church at Eagle Rock, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me, Harlan Redmond. Together, with God’s guidance, we are weaving a tapestry of hope, love, and transformation.
Thanks be to God!
With joy and anticipation,
Harlan Redmond
Organizing Pastor, Interwoven Church