APRIL HIGHLIGHTS

Ephesians: The Heavenly Places

Pastor Josh Moody preaching

APRIL 16: The Mystery of the Gospel, Ephesians 3:1-13

STARS Ministry Sunday

APRIL 23: The Love of Christ that Surpasses Knowledge, Ephesians 3:14-21

APRIL 30: Unity, Ephesians 4:1-16

SUNDAY EVENING WORSHIP SERVICES

Everyone welcome.

Palm Sunday

APRIL 2: 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m

The Eyes of Your Heart Enlightened: Ephesians 1:15-23, Pastor Josh Moody preaching. No evening service.

Thursday Communion

APRIL 6: 7 p.m.

Good Friday

APRIL 7: 6 and 8 p.m.

By Grace You Have Been Saved: Ephesians 2:1-10, Pastor Josh Moody preaching

Easter Sunday

APRIL 9: 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m

He Himself is Our Peace: Ephesians 2:11-22, Pastor Josh Moody preaching

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP SERVICES

Everyone welcome.

Join us at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Livestream broadcast is at 9:30 a.m. You can watch it at college-church.org/livestream

A Journey to God

In Commons Hall at 5 p.m.

APRIL 16: Psalm 130, Pastor Ben Panner preaching

APRIL 23: Psalm 131, Pastor Baxter Helm preaching

APRIL 30: Psalm 132, Pastor Josh Moody preaching

Adult Communities

ALL NATIONS Sundays 9:30 a.m. in C104F

• TEACHER: Jim Tebbe

• STUDY: The Mission of God in Scripture—Daniel 1-6, signs in John’s gospel, end of Acts after Paul’s arrest, messages to the seven churches in Revelation

• DESCRIPTION: Exploring the mission of God in Scripture through Bible study. There will also be testimonies, information about and prayer for the church in different parts of the world.

FORUM 15 Sundays 8 a.m. in C104F

• TEACHER: Bruce Main

• STUDY: JESUS NOW: Where is He? What is He doing?”

• DESCRIPTION: Major events of Jesus earthly life and what is he doing after the ascension from heaven.

GREEK CLASS Sundays 9:30 a.m. in the Board Room

• TEACHER: Jon Laansma

• STUDY: 1 John

• DESCRIPTION: Walk through the Greek text and message of 1 John in discussion format. Knowledge of Greek is not required for this class.

LIFE TOGETHER COMMUNITY Sundays 9:30 a.m. in Commons Gym or join by Zoom in C101

• TEACHER: Teaching Team

• STUDY: Varying Topics

• DESCRIPTION: Authentic, biblical community for adults ages 25–40

LIVING WORD Sundays 9:30 a.m. in C104A & C104C

• TEACHER: Doug Moo, Josh Maurer and Felipe Chamy

• STUDY: 1 & 2 Thessalonians

• DESCRIPTION: Fellowship and exposition of 1 & 2 Thessalonians, with application to life today

LOGOS Sundays 9:30 a.m. in C104E

• TEACHER: Dan Haase

• STUDY: The Gospel of John

• DESCRIPTION: Appeal of Jesus

THRIVE Sundays 9:30 a.m. in Crossings-Clapham Main Area

• TEACHER: Teaching Team

• STUDY: Varying Topics

• DESCRIPTION: Biblical community for 40s to mid-50s, including: single/married/widowed/ divorced. Join us to be encouraged and thrive.

VERITAS Sundays 9:30 a.m. in C104B & D

• TEACHER: Dan Block “Hearing Galatians with Moses.”

• STUDY: Book of Galatians—All ages welcome!

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES (KIDS’ HARBOR)

SUNDAY MORNING

NURSERY (0-2) at 9:30 and 11 a.m.

BIBLE SCHOOL (preschool-fifth grade) at 9:30 a.m.

WONDERS OF WORSHIP “WOW” (K-third grade) during second half of 11 a.m. service

CHILDREN’S CHURCH (preschool) at 11 a.m.

PRESCHOOL at 5 p.m.

GOD’S CHILDREN SING (Kindergarten and Pre-K)

CHILDREN’S CHOIRS (grades 1-6) at 5 p.m.

WEDNESDAYS

KIDS’ HARBOR WEDNESDAY CLUBS at 6:45 p.m.

The Wednesday clubs include Pioneer Girls (grades 1-5) and Boys Brigade (grades 1-5). Pioneer Girls 3-4th grade class is full and no new registrations are being taken.

Stars Disability

SUNDAYS

INCLUSION CLASSES at 9:30 a.m.

CHILDREN/TEEN STARS: at 9:30 and 11 a.m. in C001/C003

Commons Tunnel Level

ADULT STARS: 9:30 and 11 a.m. in C002 & C005 Commons Tunnel Level

STARS Choir at 5 p.m. in Commons Main Level

STARS MINISTRY SUNDAY is April 16

WEDNESDAYS

PRAISE IN ACTION at 6:45 p.m. in Welsh Hall Sanctuary Building

FRIDAYS

SQUARE DANCING WITH THE STARS on April 14 at 6:308:30 p.m. in Commons Gym

MIDDLE SCHOOL (KMS)

SUNDAY MORNING FOUNDATIONS, 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the KMs room

WEDNESDAYS large group gathering, 6:45-8:15 p.m. Crossings East

HIGH SCHOOL (HYACKS)

SUNDAYS at 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Crossings Sunday night Discipleship in the Crossings at 7-8:30 p.m. on specific Sundays

WEDNESDAYS from 7:30-8:30 p.m. in the Crossings—Clapham main space and small groups in host homes

College Group

SUNDAYS at 10:45 a.m. in the Crossings

Building Gospel Friendships, Shaping Biblical Convictions

THE TABLE Tuesday night event, April 25, at 6:30 p.m. in the Crossings.

HOME GROUPS: Monday-Thursday at 7 p.m.

20s Group

A landing place for you to grow in Christian community and launching pad to send you out in the ministry and mission of the church. Weekly gatherings and events. For more information, contact Kaitie Girgis at kgirgis@ college-church.org continued on next page

WOMEN’S MINISTRIES

MONTHLY GATHERING

SATURDAY, APRIL 15: in Commons Hall, 9-10:30 a.m.

This year we are looking at Matthew 22:35-40, seeking to better understand what it means to love God fully and how this impacts the way we love our neighbors. These mornings are open to all women and include a short teaching, testimony and time around tables with discussion questions.

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY

Wednesday Morning: 9:30-11 a.m.

Wednesday Evening: 6:45-8:15 p.m.

This semester we are diving into Luke’s Gospel and getting an up-close look at the compassion of Christ. We anticipate a joyful and fruitful journey together. To register, visit our website.

Mom2mom

LARGE GROUP— Monday, April 17, 9:30-11 a.m in Commons Hall

PLAYDATE— Monday, April 24, location: TBD, please check our website for more information

MEN’S MINISTRIES

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY

Wednesdays at 6:45-8:15 p.m. Commons C002 (tunnel level)

This semester we will study the Gospel of Luke together. Our hope is to cultivate a hunger for God and an ability to handle God’s Word in daily life.

MEN’S GATHERING

Saturday, April 1, at 7:30-8:30 a.m. in Commons Hall

“Learning to Lament the Psalms”

You are invited to the April Men’s Gathering. Enjoy breakfast, hear encouraging testimonies and cultivate a greater hunger for God’s Word.

Artspace Arts Ministry

New Beginnings Art Show

Celebrate Easter/Spring at our New Beginnings Art Show, which will run from March 26-April 30 in the Crossings.

Open Sunday-Friday, 12-2 p.m.; Saturday, 6-8 p.m.

Creative Gathering

Tuesday, April 10, at 7:00 p.m. in Crossings. Our once-a-month fellowship centers around building a creative community where we discuss the insights and ideas of others and share our creative efforts. This month we are reading an essay, Why Art? Why Write?

https://makotofujimura.com/writings/why-art-why-write

We will also consider the OneWord Journal word for April “plant.” For more information email artspace@collegechurch.org or visit college-church.org/artspace

New Workshop

Smartphone Photography: How to Shoot and Edit Like a Pro Saturday, April 22, 9:00 a.m.-noon, in Crossings

Led by photographer, Meagan Shuptar Register at college-church.org/artspace

Unlock the creative power of photography with your smartphone! In this workshop you’ll learn from a professional photographer how to shoot and edit photos that will take your everyday images to a new level. Learn fundamental photography techniques, tips on how to have full control of your smartphone’s camera, editing apps and skills that will enhance your photos and more. We’ll spend an hour together learning and then put them into practice with a short session for sharing and feedback.

Visitors Lunch

Are you new to College Church? If so, you’re invited to our Visitors Lunch on Sunday, April 16, at noon in the lobby outside the Sanctuary. Come and meet pastors and staff, learn about College Church and find out how you can get involved. Lunch is on us!

Keenagers

Join the senior adults (55+) of College Church on Friday, April 28, as we enjoy a delicious dinner together, followed by an entertaining program. Marianne Kim, composer, pianist and organist will present a varied program of her fresh and vibrant arrangements of spirituals, gospel music and hymns. She is an amazing artist with her command of musical styles ranging from classical, jazz and gospel. She has served at Moody Church and is currently the lead organist at Christ Church Oak Brook. The evening begins with a reception at 5:30, dinner at 6, and the program at 7 p.m. Reservations are required by April 25 by emailing keenagers@college-church.org

Membership

Ready to participate fully in the life and ministries of College Church? Come find out about College Church’s history, core beliefs, ministries and what it means for you to be a member. This one-day only membership opportunity will be Saturday, May 6, from 8 a.m.- noon; registration is requested. For more info, contact Christy at membership@ college-church.org, or call (630) 668-0878, ext. 175.