September CONNECT by Bethel Sarnia

CONNECT BETHEL CHURCH

Welcome to Bethel Welcome to Bethel! We are so glad to have you here! As you look through this Connect Bulletin, we trust that you will quickly find that Bethel has something for you and your family. Our hope is that you will take the next step into our community and get involved. As you do, you will begin to see that Bethel is more than just a Sunday service, it is a family of everyday people following Christ to bring hope and change to the world one life at a time.

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SEPTEMBER 2014

A Church is never more like the New Testament Church than when it is Praying In 1 Kings chapter 18, Elijah the prophet says to the King “Get up… for there is the sound of the abundance of rain.” He said this after 3 years of long drought and famine. After making this statement, we find Elijah taking a position of prayer as his servant watches for the clouds. An act of action and faith. I have never been more excited for a season of ministry as the one we are about to enter into. Simply put…I hear the sound of the abundance of rain! Spiritual rain! Rain is absolutely essential for survival and for flourishing. The same with the rain of the Spirit of God. Just like Elijah, this sound of rain is causing me to pursue the place of prayer like never before and to watch for the clouds. Notice Elijah heard it before he saw it! Do you hear it? Is there an excitement in your heart for the things of God? We are living in perilous times in this world. People are troubled. Instability is everywhere. The Spirit of God is

telling me that this is the time to hear the sound from heaven. This is the time to pray like never before. And this is the time for the harvest. I prophesy that Bethel church is entering into its greatest season of harvest. But we must be ready for it and prepare the ground to receive the flood of the rain of God.This is done through prayer. History confirms the truth that wherever evangelism and the spirit of revival flourishes, there lives within a people a holy desire for prayer. No great spiritual awakening has begun anywhere in the world apart from united prayer. Prayer is the pulse of the church. A church is never more like the New Testament church than when it is praying. And so Bethel church, I charge you today to hear the sound, pray like never before, and watch for the clouds! If so, an abundance of rain is on the way! - Pastor Tim Gibb

BE A PART OF OUR PRAYER FORCE Join Our Prayer Team Sign-up to be a part of our Bethel Intercessory Prayer Team. Receive weekly email prayer updates, answers to prayer and encouragement. Also be alerted to special prayer requests that come to the office. Sign-up at the Connect Desk or thru Church Office.

Prayer Breakfast Sunday Sept 14th Join Pastor Tim at 8:30AM in the Gym for a special Prayer Breakfast as he shares specifically with the Prayer Team prophetically where he believes the Lord is leading Bethel in the coming months and in specific prayer targets. There is no cost for this breakfast. Sign-up by Wed Sept 10th.

Prayer Book An exciting new book on Prayer declarations for Canada has just been released. A powerful aid in praying for revival in Canada. You can purchase your own copy through the church office or Giving Kiosk for just $13.

This Month

BETHEL NEWS Bethel Choir Bethel Choir will resume this season. Practices will be held on Wednesdays from 7:00PM-8:30PM, with the first practice on Sept 10th. Focus will be on selected Sunday mornings and the Christmas season. Sign up at the Connect Desk.

Church Membership On Sunday Sept 14th, we will welcome 10 new members to Bethel Church. If you desire to become an official member of Bethel Church, membership classes will be held on Sunday October 19th & 26th at 9:30AM in the Board Room. Both classes are required for membership.

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW FAMILY FUN DAY 2014 Family Fun Day is our BIGGEST Outreach of the year! It is our

VOLUNTEERS

Here is a list of things you should know

opportunity as a church to bless our community with a 100% FREE Family Event.

Not only will we provide our community a great fun event at no cost,

but they will get to see our church in action and see what a great place Bethel is!

WHAT’S DIFFERENT THIS YEAR? 1. BIGGER SHOWS We have added several bigger entertainment acts. Check out the ad on the next page for all performances and shows we have lined up!

2. ADDED HOUR This year we have added 1 more hour to get all the entertainment shows in. This year Family Fun Day will run from 12PM to 5PM.

3. PARKING AT HIAWATHA SHUTTLE BUSES TO BETHEL Last year we had over 2,000 guests at Family Fun Day. This year our goal is to have over 3,000 guests. However, our parking lot cannot handle that number. So Hiawatha has generously donated the use of their parking lot and buses will shuttle our guests to Bethel.

1. YOU ARE APPRECIATED!

Quite Simply… we could not do this without you!

2. YOU WILL BE ASSIGNED TO A ZONE Family Fun Day will be divided into Zones. i.e. Sports Zone, Kids Zone, Princess Tea Zone, etc.

3. YOU WILL BE CONTACTED Once you sign-up to volunteer, a Zone captain will contact you and you will be a part of a Zone Team. Your captain will explain your role and possibly a meeting time before Family Fun Day to review the responsibilities of that zone.

4. PARK AT HIAWATHA BY 9:45AM We are asking all of our volunteers to park at the Hiawatha parking lot. A bus will transport you to Bethel between 9:30AM - 10:00AM. All of the volunteers will then meet in the Main Auditorium at 10:00AM.

5. PLAN TO SPEND YOUR DAY WITH US!

HELP US PROMOTE FAMILY FUN DAY! 1. Tell your friends, neighbours, co-workers, business associates, etc. about Family Fun Day! Give out invite postcards to each of them.

2. Use Social media and email to let your circle of friends know. Watch for our Facebook Family Fun Day Event Page. Like and share our promotion and videos.

3. Distribute invite cards in your neighbourhood home mailboxes. On Thurs Sept. 4th between 5:30PM - 8:00PM we need a team of people to help distribute invite cards to city mailboxes. Pizza party to follow for all volunteers!

After parking at Hiawatha and arriving at Bethel, we will need you be with us until 6:00PM. If you need to leave early, please make your Zone Captain aware prior to FFD. Transportation back to your car will be available throughout the day.

6. LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED Group orientation will be at 10:00AM. 10:30AM - 11:15AM will be set-up. 11:15AM - 11:40PM is lunch. 12:00PM Gates open.

7. SET-UP AND CLEAN-UP Please remember that we need your help not just in set up but in clean up. Each Zone is responsible for their own setup and clean up. Plan to spend from 10:00AM - 6:00PM at the church.

FAMILY FUN DAY INCLUDES... BBQ BBQ

A SARNIA COMMUNITY EVENT

SAT SEPT 20TH 12-5 7TH ANNUAL P.M.

100% FREE

BIGGER THAN LAST YEAR + BONUS FEATURES BOB CATES TOP ENTERTAINMENT SHOW

EVERGREEN INFLATABLES BEARFACE ANIMAL ZONE CARNIVAL ZONE SPORTS ZONE AND SO MUCH MORE!

ALSO SHOWS WITH

Awarded Canadian Juggling Champion. Twice awarded Best Entertainer of the Year. Guest Headliner on over 150 cruises for Celebrity, Disney, Holland America, Princess Cruise Lines.

2 SHOWS

ENEMY OPPOSITION PRO BMX BIKE & SKATEBOARD SHOW High Flying Aerial Acrobatic Stunt Show. Featuring some of the top pro and amateur BMX riders in the U.S. Featured on the Dew Action Sports Tour & Ride BMX magazine cover.

SHILOH NAUVOO

2 Concert Performances

2 SHOWS

PRINCESS TEA WITH KIRA-JADE Kira-Jade is a rising country recording artist, who opened for Tim McGraw at Bayfest Sarnia, performed at Universal Studio's Japan & on the “Grease” Europe Arena Tour.

3 SHOWS

JAYDEN THE JESTER

3 Kids Magic Shows

ALPHA EXPERIENCE STORIES “We discovered rich nuggets of life changing information weekly. We have been blessed from the richness of fellowship with the sharing of prayers for the needs of others.” Romans 12:15 - Be happy with those who are happy, and weep with those who weep. - Jim and Gail Milne

“Doing the Alpha course was a very wonderful choice for me. At a time when I felt that my faith was being tested or at least a time when I was actually questioning my faith - after the untimely death of my husband - the course deepened my faith. I now feel that I have a better relationship with my Saviour (I didn’t really know that I did not have that relationship before). I learned who Jesus was, why he died, why I should pray and read the Bible, how I can be filled with the Spirit, how God guides me and how I can make the most of my life. I looked forward to returning to each session of fellowship and strongly recommend the Alpha Course.” - Susan Mitchell

“I recently had the pleasure of taking this 10 week course. Alpha is very interesting and brought me closer to the Word of the Lord God, answering with clarity questions about the Bible and how it relates to our personal life. The weekly video sessions were very informative and provoked questions to encourage and deepen my Christian walk. In the group setting with others we learned about trust, and had the opportunity of building closer relationships with fellow Christian followers. I would highly recommend this Alpha course; it was an enjoyable time, and the open group discussions were very informative and rewarding. Wonderful fellowship time for all!” - Phyllis George

Support Groups

Bible Studies This Fall BIBLE STUDY & HYMN SING Tuesdays at 6:30PM Led by Doug & Elaine Nixon Starts September 9th

LIFE - YOUNG ADULTS Tuesdays at 7:00PM Led by Chris & Linda Guerette Starts September 9th

Enjoy singing the old songs of faith and Bible Study. This group meets in the Prayer Room (use front side door entrances).

A group for college students and young adults with Bible discussion and hang out with other christian young adults. Meet at Chris & Linda’s home at 4 Crestwood Place (519-336-5570)

THE BOOK OF REVELATION Video Teaching by Beth Moore

BREAKING FREE Video Teaching by Beth Moore

Tuesdays at 7:00PM Led by Dalton & Robyn Burke Starts September 23rd We will walk you through the Book of Revelation in 11 weekly video sessions. Each video teaching is 75 minutes and is followed by a discussion time with work book. Please contact the Burke’s at 519-344-8841 to book your place.

THE TIMOTHY GROUP Men’s Mentoring Group Wednesdays 7:30PM Led by Pastor Tim Starts September 10th Pastor Tim is beginning a group just for men this Fall. This group will focus on how to be a man of God in today’s culture and to overcome the temptations unique to men. Just show up in the Board Room (Office).

Tuesdays at 7:00PM Led by Beverly Climie Starts September 16th Discover the transforming power of Christian freedom. This interactive study includes 10 weeks of personal, daily assignments that complement the weekly video teachings. Meet in Bethel Lobby. Sign up at Connect Desk to book your place. For Women only.

THE ECONOMIC ARMAGEDDON Video Teaching by David Jeremiah Tuesday & Thursdays at 7:00PM Led by Ken & Marti Steenwyk Starts September 4th Never before have we read such distressing headlines concerning the world’s financial future. In this video teaching, popular Bible teacher, David Jeremiah says we can know the meaning behind the daily news and prepare for living in the New Global Economy. Call 519-383-7684 to book your place.

This October

Student Ministries

KIDS ADVENTURE WEEK 2014

THANK YOU! Thank you so much to all our volunteers for giving your time, energy and love to 110 kids! We couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have done it without you!

2014 STATS - 110 KIDS - 25+ VOLUNTEERS - MANY SALVATIONS

WEEKLY MINISTRIES AT A GLANCE SUNDAYS 10:30 AM Morning Worship Service Children’s Ministry 6:30PM Evening Worship Service *Pre-Service Prayer 30 minutes before each service in Prayer Room MONDAYS ALPHA - Bethel Church 6:30PM - 9:00PM DivorceCare 6:30PM - led by Paul & Helen Dunn Bethel - Board Room TUESDAYS Prayer Group 9:30AM - 11:30AM Led by Joyce Nixon Bethel Prayer Room Bible Study & Hymn Sing 6:30PM - led by Doug & Elaine Nixon Bethel Prayer Room Grief Share Support Group 7:00PM - led by Marilyn Arnold Bethel Board Room Life - Young Adult Bible Study 7:00PM - led by Chris & Linda Guerette At Guerette’s Home Bible Study - Book of Revelation 7:00PM - led by Dalton & Robyn Burke At Burke’s Home Bible Study - Breaking Free 7:00PM - led by Bev Climie Bethel Lobby

Bible Study - Economic Armageddon 7:00PM - led by Ken & Marti Steenwyk At Steenwyk’s Home WEDNESDAYS Rescue Junior High 5:30PM - 7:00PM - led by Kim Lapier Bethel - The Hub Prayer Meeting 6:00PM - 7:00PM Bethel Main Auditorium Choir 7:00PM - 8:30PM Bethel Main Auditorium Men’s Mentoring Group 7:30PM - led by Pastor Tim Bethel - Board Room THURSDAYS Hope Cancer Support Group 6:30PM - 8:30PM Bethel - Board Room Meets bi-weekly Bible Study - Economic Armageddon 7:00PM - led by Ken & Marti Steenwyk At Steenwyk’s Home REVO Senior Youth 7:00PM - led by Pastor Tricia Bethel - Gym FRIDAYS Mom’s Group 9:30AM - led by Stephanie Courtney Moms meet while kids are supervised Bethel Lobby SATURDAYS International College Student Bible Study 6:00PM - led by Bisi & Tito Meets bi-weekly

OTHER GROUPS THAT MEET AT VARIOUS TIMES EACH MONTH 20/30 A gathering of Young Adults in their 20’s & 30’s Men’s Ministry Various activities and ministries are planned throughout the year for men Real Women Various activities and ministries are planned throughout the year for women Keenagers A monthly fellowship time for seniors Solid Way monthly support group for those who are or have battled addictions PLEASE CONTACT THE CHURCH OFFICE FOR MORE INFORMATION ON ANY OF THESE MINISTRY PROGRAMS AT BETHEL

SEPTEMBER 2014 SUN

MON

Sun

TUE

Mon 1

WED

Tue 2

5 9:30 AM Mom’s Group

6:00PM Prayer

5:30PM Distribute Invite Cards for FFD 5:30PM REVO 7:00PM Bible Study at– Ken & Marti Steenwyk’s

Prayer Room

6:00 PM Rescue

9:30 AM Mom’s Group

REVO-Cedar Point Trip

6:30PM Bible Study & Hymn Sing-Prayer Room

6:00PM Prayer

9:30AM Prayer Group-

7:00PM LIFE-Young Adults at -Chris & Linda

6:30PM Service Pastor Tim Gibb

Guerette’s

8:30AM Prayer Breakfast–Gym

6:30PM Service Pastor Tim Gibb

10:30AM Service Pastor Tim Gibb

16 9:30AM Prayer Group-Prayer Room

10:30AM Service Pastor Tim Gibb

6:30 PM Foundation Course-

6:30 PM Alpha Introductory Dinner

Fellowship Hall

10:30AM Service Pastor Tim Gibb Water Baptism

“The Landing” 6:30PM Service at Hiawatha Race Track

6:30 PM Alpha 6:30PM DivorceCare Bethel Boardroom

7:00 PM Choir

6:30PM Cancer Prayer Support Group-Board Room

7:30 PM Men’s Mentoring Group-Bethel

Boardroom

7:00PM REVO 7:00PM Bible Study at– Ken & Marti Steenwyk’s

6:30PM Lambton College Welcome Dinner– Gym

12 NOON– Keenager’s Luncheon 6:00PM Bible Study at– Bisi & Tito’s

9:30 AM Mom’s Group

6:00 PM Rescue

Boardroom

7:00PM Bible Study at– Ken & Marti Steenwyk’s

6:30PM Bible Study & Hymn Sing-Prayer Room 7:00PM Grief Share-Bethel Boardroom 7:00PM Breaking Free Bible Study-Bethel Foyer 7:00PM LIFE-Young Adults at Chris & Linda Guerette’s 7:00PM Bible Study at Dalton & Robyn Burke’s

6:30PM Bible Study & Hymn Sing-Prayer Room 7:00PM Breaking Free Bible Study-Bethel Foyer 7:00PM Grief Share- Bethel Boardroom 7:00PM LIFE-Young Adults at -Chris & Linda Guerette’s

9:30AM Prayer Group-Prayer Room

6:30PM Service Pastor Tim Gibb

SAT

Sat

2:00 PM Church Picnic at Suncor Park

10:30AM Service Pastor Tim Gibb Communion

FRI Fri

LABOUR DAY

THUR Thu

Wed

6:00PM Prayer 7:00 PM Choir 7:30 PM Men’s Mentoring Group-Bethel

7:00PM REVO

6:00PM Prayer 7:00 PM Ministry Team Training-Kidsplosion Rm 7:30 PM Men’s Mentoring Group-Bethel

Boardroom

9:30 AM Mom’s Group

6:00 PM Rescue 7:00 PM Choir

FAMILY FUN DAY 12-5PM

6:30PM Cancer Prayer Support Group-Board

7:00PM 20/30 Young Adults Social Night

6:00PM Bible Study at– Bisi & Tito’s

Room

7:00PM REVO 7:00PM Bible Study at– Ken & Marti Steenwyk’s

Restoration Retreat Weekend Friday 7-10PM Saturday 9-5PM

30 9:30AM Prayer Group-Prayer Room 6:30PM Bible Study & Hymn Sing-Prayer Room 7:00PM Grief Share-Bethel Boardroom 7:00PM Breaking Free Bible Study-Bethel Foyer 7:00PM LIFE-Young Adults at Chris & Linda Guerette’s 7:00PM Bible Study at Dalton & Robyn Burke’s

OUR PASTORS PASTOR TIM GIBB

Lead Pastor Ext. 228 pastortim@bethelsarnia.com

PASTOR TRICIA GIBB

Student Ministries Pastor Ext. 223 tricia@bethelsarnia.com

PASTORS KEITH & PATRICIA PATRICK Pastoral Care Ext. 226 pastorkeith@bethelsarnia.com

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