2015 09 Snapshot

Month at a Glance: September 2015 Saturdays................................................Worship Service & Children’s Programming (birth-4th grade), 5 p.m.

Sundays....Worship Services, Adult Bible Fellowships, Children’s Programming, 8:30, 9:50, & 11:15 a.m.

Cover-to-Cover Study, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Rm 110 Berean Care Training, beginning September 13,5:30-8 p.m.. Rm 114 DivorceCare, beginning September 13,5:30-7 p.m., Rm 116 Wednesdays...............................................................Women’s Genesis Study, September 16, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Adult Bible Fellowships, 10 am.

Kids Choir rehearsals, beginning September 16, 5:45-6:25 p.m.

Awana Clubs, beginning September 16, 6:30-8 p.m.

Student Ministries, beginning September 16, 6:30-8 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer Group, 6:30-8:15 p.m., Prayer Room Griefshare, beginning September 16, 6:30-8 p.m., Rm 117 Women’s Matthew study, beginning September 16, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Ironworks, beginning September 30, 6:30 p.m.

Thursdays..................................Berean Care Training, begininng September 17, 9:30 a.m -12 p.m., Rm 114 Fridays.......................................................................................................................................Real Men Pray, 6:30 a.m.

Sunday, September 6...................................................................................First Foods Collection, during services Blood Pressure Checks, 9:40 a.m., Outside Gym Tuesday, September 8.......................................................................... Cancer Support Plus, 7-9 p.m., Room 110 Sunday, September 13..................................................................Next Steps Luncheon, 12:30-2 p.m., Rm 114 Monday, September 14.....................................................Women’s Caregiver’s Support Group, 1 p.m., Offsite Friday, September 25....................................................................................................................The Lodge, 6:30 p.m.

Saturday, September 26.............................................................................. Kid’s Closet Collection, during service Sunday, September 27...................................................................................................Baptism Classes, 12:45 p.m.

Kid’s Closet Collection, during services

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A GLIMPSE AT THE MONTH AHEAD AT BEREAN BAPTIST CHURCH ...............................................................................................................................................

FALL LAUNCH

Join us as we reboot our fall programs! There is a place and program for everybody!

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THIS SEPTEMBER GO >> MC Be there for the exciting launch of Missional Communities.

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weekend services, September 12 & 13

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We are so close to hitting our goal of 1.6 million by September 27 and we want to finish strong!

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Ministry Updates: September 2015 Current Sermon Series Join as Pastor Wes finishes the series “Mix Tape” and then begins “Acts: A Church on a Mission,” which focuses on the book of Acts.

NEXT Initiative Praise God for all of the gifts and volunteers that have helped with our remodel project so far. We are so close to hitting our goal and would like to finish strong! Learn more at www. bereanbaptist.com/next.

kids Berean Kids Fall Launch September 12 & 13 It’s a new year in Kids Ministry with beautiful new spaces and an exciting new curriculum, “The Gospel Project for Kids,” that spans from infant through Grade 4. If you’re interested in volunteering this fall, contact Christa Foss at christaf@bereanbaptist.com.

Wednesday Clubs Wednesdays, beginning September 16, 6:30-8 p.m.

AWANA is dedicated to reaching boys and girls with the Gospel of Jesus Christ and training them for Christian service.

Find more info and register online today at www.bereanbaptist.com/berean-kids.

Wednesday Club Volunteers Needed Small group leaders, speakers, and gym leaders are still needed. Contact Tracy Williams at tracyw@bereanbaptist.com or 952.223.1823 for more information.

All volunteers must complete a ministry application and background check.

Berean Kids Choirs Wednesdays, 5:45-6:25 p.m.

Berean’s Kid’s Choirs (Kindergarten - Grade 6) have a long tradition of uniting quality and fun, along with blending strong music fundamentals with spiritual teaching and application.

Opportunities include participating in holiday concerts, musicals, and weekend services. For more information or volunteer oppotunities, go to www. bereanbaptist.com/berean-kids.

students EPIC Fall Kickoff Sundays, 9:50 a.m.

Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m.

Our Preteen, Junior High, and Senior High fall programs are kicking off on September 13 and 16. Bring a friend!

worship

Next Steps Luncheon Sunday, September 13, 12:30 p.m.

This quarterly luncheon is open to newcomers who want to learn more about Berean, those who want to start serving and/or join a group, and membership candidates. RSVP at www.bereanbaptist.com/events.

Baptism Class Sunday, September 27, 12:45 p.m.

Please plan to attend this class if you would like to be baptized at the FaithFamily Celebration on October 4.

Sign up at www.bereanbaptist.com/ baptism.

Save the Date: FaithFamily Celebration Sunday, October 4, 6 p.m., Worship Center Join us in celebrating what God is doing in our church through baptism, child dedication, and congregational updates.

Childcare available for birth-age 2.

adults Berean Care Training Thursdays, beginning September 10, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. OR Sundays, beginning September 13, 5:30-8 p.m.

Our 10-week Berean Care training program will equip you to effectively come alongside those who are going through a difficult time and bring them hope, encouragement, and support. Register at www.bereanbaptist.com/events.

Support Groups DivorceCare: Sundays, 5:30-7 p.m.

GriefShare: Wednesdays, 6:30-8 p.m.

DivorceCare and GriefShare are 13-week, DVD-based groups led by people who understand what you are going through.

Find the support and encouragement you need to make your journey easier. Cost is $15 for the workbook and groups will begin September 13 and 16. Register online or contact Kari Peterson at karip@bereanbaptist.com.

women Women’s Bible Studies Genesis: Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Matthew: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Mom’s Study: 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.

Women’s Bible Studies are beginning again this fall on September 16 and 22. Register online at www.bereanbaptist.com/women.

men The Lodge Friday, September 25, 6:30 p.m.

Join us at the LODGE with our special guest, John Turnipseed: professional criminal turned ambassador of hope.

Ironworks Wednesdays, beginning September 30, 6:30 pm. (NEW TIME!) Fridays, beginning October 2, 6:30 a.m.

Pastor Wes and Pastor Roger are teaming up for a series entitled “Yes Man.” It’s about stepping up and showing our world what we’re for, not just what we’re against.

outreach

Women’s Knitting Group 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m.

Connect with women living at Chancellor Manor in Burnsville as you teach them how to knit. To join the group, contact Elaine Tymchak at elainet@bereanbaptist.com.

Drivers Needed Wednesdays, 3-5 p.m.

Connect with teenagers at Chancellor Manor as they participate in activities with Campfire Minnesota. Drivers are needed to transport the teens from Chancellor Manor to Savage in the Berean bus. Contact Elaine Tymchak at elainet@bereanbaptist.com.

berean education center Fall Enrollment BEC is now accepting enrollment for their All Day Preschool program. Contact Kristi Charles at 952.223.1814 or visit www.bereaneducationcenter.com.