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November 16, 2008
CHANGE: it's what's in your purse.
This Sunday we wrap up World Impact 2008. Just like in the fourth
quarter of the last game, it all comes down to this. Our theme has been
CHANGE—Very simple. Very direct. Our change can make a difference for
someone in the world, and God wants to make a change in our hearts.
For the past two weeks we have heard from our missionaries and speakers
who told us not to miss the adventure with God on the trip of life. Now
it all comes down to our response.
Have you been listening to God so you can hear how He wants to change
your heart and life? Will you be a person of faith and help us change
the world? Believers are called to be people of faith. But are you
living by faith?
These are very tough economic times. Sometimes the only thing we can do
is step out in faith. Will you take a step of faith and make a
financial commitment to Faith Promise Giving for Missions? This is the
only way that we financially support our missionaries, help train
national pastors and start churches around the world. We are involved
in bringing clean water to villages and blankets for children. This
Sunday we will recieve our commitments and take a step of faith in our
own lives.
What action will you take in faith? How many people around the world
will hear the name of Jesus because you acted on faith? You will never
have a better opportunity to exercise your faith than now. This Sunday
we will receive our Faith Promise commitment cards. You can give to our
outreach ministries by designating your gifts on your offering envelope
for Faith Promise Giving.
Another way you can get involved in changing the world is to change
your perspective. Discover for yourself how to find your particular
assignment within God's ageless plan through the "Perspectives on the
World Christian Movement" class offered January 12–May 4. This 16-week
class held on Monday evenings will help you understand your specific
calling, and you will hear from a different speaker each week. Register
at perspectives.org, call Barbara Yandell at 394.0761 or pick up a brochure this Sunday in the Main Lobby.
As we close out World Impact, what will you do? Will you listen and
obey the voice of God in your life? Will you help to make a change in
the world?
Adults
Annual Men's Prayer Retreat, Nov. 22
Men, join Pastor Paul at Camp Geneva from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. To sign up, email
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or call her at 395.3127. You can also sign up at the Info Desk this Sunday morning.
Letters from Dad
Men, reserve Saturday morning, Jan. 17 from 7:30-9:30 a.m., for a
special events just for dads. Greg Vaughn, founder of Letters from Dad,
will be at Central to help us kick off this exciting adventure as dads
begin to learn how to uniquely bless their families today and for
generations to come.
Life Connections (Single Adult community) Euchre Tournament
Join us Saturday, Nov. 22 from 6-10 p.m. in the Block. This event is
for adults only, and you do not need to know how to play Euchre to
participate. Bring a snack to share and your own beverage.
Lifemates and Family Starters
Engaged and young married couples, if you haven't been a part of this
Community Group, you're missing out! Join us for our annual Christmas
party Nov.
21 at 6 p.m. in C166. There will be food and dirty
bingo. For more info, call Cathy at 395.3113 or
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her.
Christmas Desserts 2008: The Roads to Christmas
Join us this year Dec. 4 or 5 at 6:30 p.m. to hear Lynnelle Pierce
speak and celebrate the holiday season. Registration ends Nov. 30.
Tickets cost $2 (non-refundable). Sign up at the Info Desk or visit the
church office M-Th from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Hurry! Seating is limited.
Family Builders at 9:15 a.m.
If you are a parent of teens, join this Community Group on Sunday
mornings. On Nov. 23 in C167 Chris Hofland will be sharing "Giving Love
to Your Community" from the book "Raising Unselfish Children." On Dec.
7 we are starting a DVD series called "Parenting Your Teenager" by Les
and Leslie Parrott.
Girlfriends (women 45 years and older)
Thursday, Nov. 20 is our Thanksgiving dinner in C161 at 6:30
p.m. Cost is $5. Come enjoy the fellowship! Call Elaine Zwagerman at 772.2298 for more info.
GriefShare Seminar, Dec. 1, 7 p.m.
No matter how long it's been since your loved one died, grief can make
the holidays a painful time. But there's hope. Join us for an
encouraging seminar that will help you survive the holidays and
discover new reasons to enjoy them again. The seminar will be held on
Monday, Dec. 1 from 7-9 p.m. in D201. This event is open to the public
and is free of charge. For more info, email
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or call her at 395.3138.
Kid Central
Kid Central Presents, We Will Worship the King, Dec. 7, 6 p.m.
Parents, mark you calendar for a rehearsal on Dec. 6 from 10-11:30 a.m.
All children will meet in their classrooms at 10 a.m. and return there
for pick-up at 11:30 a.m. Please have your children in their rooms by
5:30 p.m. for the performance on Dec. 7.
Kid Central Fire Drill, Nov. 16
Parents,
please note that we will be conducting a fire drill during both
services this morning, Nov. 16. We wanted you to know in case you
observe children outside class during this time.
Students
Student Choir with Brian McSee
Do you love to sing? Join the awesome student choir! We'll be traveling
around the greater Holland area to bless people with the gift of song.
This isn't your ordinary choir—we'll be rockin' the house! Anyone is
welcome, and you don't have to try out! Rehearsals take place in C167
every Thursday from 4-5:30 p.m.
elevation Student and Leader Training
A high school student and adult leaders' training lunch will be taking
place on Sunday, Nov. 23 at Pam VanPutten's house from 1-4 p.m. We also
have a great need for more adult leaders! Are you looking for an
amazing place to be used? Please come to this meeting. Call Pastor Kujo
at 395.3124 for more info.
e915
High school students, e915 will not be meeting Sunday, Nov. 30 due to
the holiday weekend! We will resume as normal on Sunday, Dec. 6.
General
Robin Mark CDs are available for
purchase in the Main Lobby this Sunday. A portion of the proceeds will help
to fund humanitarian and justice projects in the world.
An Azerbaijan Trip informational meeting will be held this Sunday at 12:15 p.m. in D206.
World Impact '08: Faith Promise
Make sure you save the loose
change in your pocket, bring it to church and fill out a Faith Promise
card. As you give to Faith Promise, you are changing lives all around
the world. For example, a few weeks ago in Azerbaijan four Muslims
decided to follow Jesus!
World Market in the Main Lobby
Do some shopping today to bring CHANGE! There are items
for sale that are made by persecuted Christian women and women who
were rescued from the sex trade.
Looking for the next step for getting God's heart for the world?
Check out the "Perspectives on the World Christian Movement" class beginning in January. For more info visit perspectives.org.
Missionary Sharing Night and Dessert Reception, 6 p.m. this Sunday night!
Join us this Sunday night to listen to missionaries share about their
ministry followed by a dessert reception in the Main Lobby.
Missionaries who will present include: Art and Pam Cooper, Jeff and
Danette Johnson, Linn Gann, Brian and Lorie King, Jason and Christine
Blaikie, Jim Dewitt, Marty and Alane Jones and Jason and Molly Kehrer.
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The Singing Dominees Free Concert
Join us on Friday, Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. in the Chapel for this free
concert hosted by the Encore group. This concert will be a wonderful
opportunity to invest and invite by bringing a friend or neighbor.
Lead Custodian Needed
This position will supervise custodial employees, assist in custodial
work, coordinate volunteers and assist us in our goal of providing a
safe and clean facility. If you're interested, contact Dwayne at
395.3086. For more info about the position, click here.
Serving Opportunities
Turkeys/Desserts Needed
We need donations of turkeys and desserts for our Half Mile
Thanksgiving Feast on Nov. 23 and Thanksgiving Basket Delivery on Nov.
24. You can also donate money so we can purchase the food. For more
info, call Linda at 395.3085. We'll tell you how to drop the food off
at church. You may also stop by the Influence table in the Main Lobby.
Deliver Thanksgiving Baskets Nov. 24
At 6:30 p.m., bring your family to the Gym at Central. We'll pack
you a Thanksgiving basket and send you on your way to a family in our
community in need of a blessing. To sign up, call Linda at 395.3085.
Half-Mile Thanksgiving Feast, Nov. 23
We are having a traditional,
family-style Thanksgiving dinner for those within our Half Mile. Last
year we were able to bless 125 people! You can be involved by helping
set up, work in the kitchen, host a table, serve food and more! If
you'd like to be involved, call Chris at 395.3102.
"Stock the Market" Canned Food Drive, Nov. 16 & 23
It appears that various "canned" food stocks are high. Buy! Buy! Buy!
Now is the time to buy into Thanksgiving food stocks. The market is
ripe for bringing foods commonly associated with Thanksgiving such as
canned corn, pumpkin, beans, stuffing, gravy, instant mashed potatoes,
sweet potatoes and canned cranberries. The last day to bring food is
next Sunday, Nov. 23. Please place the food in shopping carts around
the church. Invite a neighbor who may not know the Lord to help collect
food and have them help bring the food on Sunday!
Outdoor Nativity Set-up and Tear-down
We need help! Come to coffee at Southside Restaurant at 8 a.m.
Saturday, Nov. 29. Then we'll head over to Central for set-up. Meet at
Central to take it down Saturday, Jan. 5 at 8:30 a.m. Call 395.3086 to
sign up.
Family News
Recovering at Freedom Inn: Gordon Cunningham.
Dealing with cancer: Lisa Wilkinson, Lisa VanderZwaag, Linda
Lutz, Mel Kirklin, Jim Oonk, Alice Puente, Angie Tallman, Ann
Hildenbrand and Dick Weeks.
For The Record
November 9, 2008
Attendance
Morning Worship 3,013
Community Groups 871
Small Groups 791
General Budget
Rec’d Last Week $80,900
Weekly Need $80,916
Rec’d Since 6/08 $1,9178,700
Need Since 6/08 $1,896,700
Faith Promise for Missions
Rec’d Last Week $33,200
Rec’d Since 6/08 $342,500
Need Since 6/08 $299,100
Jubilee Capital Challenge
Rec’d Last Week $8,100
Rec’d Since 6/06 $2,154,600
External Debt
Current Debt $1,525,000
July 2001 Peak debt $9,462,000
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