Saturday, April 15, 2006

Spirit West Coast Del Mar 2006

Please join us in praying and fasting for one of the largest Christian events and outreaches on the west coast - Spirit West Coast Del Mar. The SWC Ministry Director, and our friend, Pastor Bob Reehm has issued a call out for 40 days of fasting and praying leading up to the event. If you are interested in being a part of this organized call, please contact us and we will put you in touch with Rev. Harry and Shirl Gamotan who assist Pastor Bob at both Del Mar and Monterey. This is Pastor Bob's call that we have been allowed to post:

Proclamation: Call To FASTING for SWC Del Mar 2006

Whereas Spirit West Coast Del Mar is not just a music festival but a significant, three day, SPIRITUAL event;


Whereas Francis Chan will be presenting the Gospel with an altar call from the Air 1 Grandstand Stage challenging folks to repent and to become true followers of Jesus Christ;

Whereas Erwin McManus will be challenging believers on Saturday night from the Air 1 Grandstand Stage to live as true believers in obedience to the Lord Jesus

Whereas we expect up to 15,000 people/day to attend, many of which will be UNSAVED seekers

Whereas there will be at least 12 other ALTAR Calls, nine in the Skate Church/skate boarding demonstration area and two others in the alternative band area

Whereas last year at SWC Del Mar over 150 people (that we are aware of) made first time, ETERNAL decisions to give their lives to Jesus Christ

Whereas last year during SWC Del Mar over 300 needy children from many different countries of the world found sponsors through Compassion International which will have long term, lasting impact around the world and this year at Del Mar, the opportunity will also be given to sponsor children through COMPASSION International

Whereas Jesus said, "I am the vine, you are the branches, apart from me, YOU CAN DO NOTHING":

And Because of the truth of the Master's words and the reality of the spiritual battle,

We are inviting you, your family and /or church to join us in 40 days of fasting in preparation for Spirit West Coast Del Mar '06.

The 40th day prior to SWC Del Mar is, Easter Sunday, April 16th and will be the first day of the coordinated, group fast.

I am asking people to commit to fasting as much as they feel led of God. I am also asking that you ask the Spirit as to what TYPE of fasting He wants you to do. (Water only, juice fast, etc.) I am asking each ministry team participant to fast a minimum of three meals over the 40 days of the fast. I am hoping that each Dept. Head and their Assistants will take up the challenge and join me in beseeching our Great God for great things through Spirit West Coast Del Mar. Jeremiah 33:3 says, "Call upon me and I will answer thee and show thee great and mighty things which thou knowest not."

There are lots of options for you to choose from. You may choose to miss a meal/day, or you may pick one day a week to fast, or pick 2-3 different days/meals during the 40-day period. You may want to fast for 2-3 days in a row, or even an entire week or longer. Some may want to miss lunches or dinners on Sat., or breakfasts on Sunday, or some other meal. I would like to track when folks are intentionally fasting and seeking the Lord so that all 40 days and 120 meals are 'covered'.

For those who desire to join in this Spiritual discipline of fasting, please email Shirl Gamotan, the Ministry Dept. Administrator with your designated "FAST" days and which meals you intend to miss. Her email address is: LuvThatGospel316@aol.com

In the spirit of Matthew 6, I will not divulge who is participating in the fast or to what degree. My tracking of the meals is to ensure that all meals are covered. Many times folks will ask me, "Tell me what days/meals need to be covered, and I will fast then." So, it helps me to know when folks are intending on fasting. By separate, later email, I will send a list of suggested prayer concerns that need to be 'covered.'

If you have never fasted before, I invite you to get a good concordance and look up 'fasting' in the Scriptures. Also, there are several excellent books on the market that you can purchase at Christian bookstores. If you desire to read some material that discusses fasting, please email my administrative assistant, Shirl Gamotan. Her email address is: LuvThatGospel316@aol.com. Please include your name and address in your email. She will mail to you a booklet written by Bill Bright, founder of Campus Crusade for Christ, on the topic of fasting. It is full of helpful information to assist you in your commitment. If you have never fasted before and if you are taking prescription drugs or if have a medical/health condition, please consult your doctor or pharmacist prior to fasting.

The 40th day before the festival begins is 16th April with the last day of the fasting period the 25th of May, the day before the festival begins.

If you know of other prayer warriors who would be interested in joining us in this GREAT SPIRITUAL WORK, please pass this invitation on to them.

Again, please email Shirl Gamotan back your name and the days/meals that you will miss in your participation in this work. Please report your commitment in the following way in the subject line of your email: examples: Saturday, 1 May, Breakfast & Lunch or MWF Dinners.

In Christ's Service,

Bob Reehm
Ministry Director, SWC

:: Note from Sister Shirl Requesting More Help ::

Greetings!
Tomorrow starts the 40 days of fasting for Spirit West Coast Del Mar. Thank you again for your commitment to fast and pray for this event. Please let me know if you've forgotten what days/meals you have committed to. Listed below are days/meals that are not covered as of this morning 4/15. If you feel led to fast another meal, please let me know. Please respond only as the Lord leads you and not an obligation to fill this schedule. I have this message going out to more people and as God sees it, the schedule will be filled.

4/16 - Easter Sunday Dinner
4/17 - Dinner
4/20 - Dinner
4/21 - Dinner
4/22 - Dinner
4/24 - Dinner
4/27 - Dinner
4/28 - Dinner
4/29 - Lunch & Dinner
4/30 - Dinner
5/1 - Dinner
5/4 - Dinner
5/5 - Dinner
5/6 - Lunch & Dinner
5/8 - Dinner
5/11 - Dinner
5/12 - Dinner
5/13 - Lunch & Dinner
5/14 - Dinner
5/15 - Dinner
5/18 - Lunch & Dinner
5/19 - Dinner
5/20 - Lunch & Dinner
5/21 - Lunch
5/22 - Dinner
5/25 - Lunch & Dinner

In His Love and Service,
Shirl Gamotan