Spring 2016
Glorify God. Follow Christ. Transform Lives.
Fear not I AM YOUR
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The Harvest by Pastor Stan Van Den Berg We live by a wheat field. Nancy and I intentionally walk by it because I like to watch the wheat grow. When it starts to turn golden, I begin to anticipate the harvest. There was a time when the disciples were walking in a wheat field with Jesus. They were in Samaria and many Samaritans had put their faith in Jesus. Jesus said to his disciples, “Open your eyes! Look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest!” By this Jesus meant, “If we have an eye that looks outward, we will see those who do not yet know
me and yet, they are ready to come if someone will reach out to them.” I think of that verse when I see the wheat fields of Kansas. Sometimes we do not have an eye on the harvest. We preoccupy ourselves with amusement and busyness and this is what we see. Jesus tells us to look up or look outward. As we go about our daily lives we look to see where the harvest might be. Jesus also said that where the harvest is, there is joy: Joy for those who share the good news and joy for those who find renewed satisfaction in knowing Jesus. The session, the staff and I are talking about having an eye for the harvest. We are orienting our lives and the ministries of the church to be more focused on the community. Being disciples of Jesus means that as we are going about our lives, we are also sharing and demonstrating the message of Christ. We share this message because everyone needs Jesus. I want to invite you to join me in having an outward view towards our Wichita community. Think of ways you can get out of the “Christian bubble” and be friends with those outside the church. Think of ways to address areas of suffering we see in our city and the world. Be sensitive to the hurt and suffering of others, and be ready to serve them. The Lord wants us to take our eyes off ourselves and our narrow interests and look up and see that there is a harvest ready to be gathered in ... and for those who gather and for those who are gathered, there will be joy.
BEGINNINGS Our study of genesis continues
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March 6 • Genesis 11:1-9
April 10 • Genesis 17
May 15 • Pentecost Sunday • Genesis 32
March 13 • Genesis 12:1-8
April 17 • Genesis 22
May 22 • Genesis 32
March 20 • Palm Sunday • Genesis 14
April 24 • A Musical Celebration of The Creation
May 29 • Excerpts from Genesis 37-40, 45, 50
March 27 • Easter
May 1 • Genesis 12:3, 27:28-29, 28:24
April 3 • Genesis 15
May 8 • Genesis 29-30
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Trusting in God’s Plan Tracy & Kenny Darbonne’s story of faith & love Soon after the birth of our daughter, Charlotte, in 2014, my husband, Kenny, and I felt a desire to be closer to God. Our Sunday school class, Intimate Allies, did a study by Matt Chandler called the Explicit Gospel. Through this study, Kenny and I were reminded of why we need God, and just what the “good news” of Jesus’ life and death is. This was the start of some major changes in our lives. We both started making conscious efforts to be Christians, not just act like Christians. During the summer of 2015, I joined a Bible study led by Becky Phelps. This study, based on a book called Missional Mom, gave me insight into what it means to be missional in my life as a new mother. I learned that missions don’t just happen overseas or in far off countries. We can be missional in and around our own homes. God started putting in me a desire to serve others, though I had no idea how.
open up a way for me to serve others and serve him in a way that worked for our family. Though I loved staying home and caring for Charlotte, for many months I felt like I should be doing more.
Missions don’t just happen overseas or in far off countries. We can be missional in and around our own homes.
In June of 2015, I learned that my cousin, Jane, was pregnant. Jane had some personal health issues, and I was immediately aware that she may not be able to care for her baby.
For months I prayed that God would show me a way to serve him alongside my daughter. Because Charlotte was only a year old, most service opportunities were not options for me. With no family in the area to help care for Charlotte, she needed to be with me for any service I did. I continued to pray that God would
Through prayer and discussion, Kenny and I agreed that if Jane’s child ever needed a home, we were available for him. We realized that our house was plenty big for another child, in fact, we had rooms we weren’t using. In God’s timing, he gave us the perfect opportunity to share with our family what we knew he was calling us to do. While staying with my uncle on an unplanned trip to Austin, we shared that we were open to caring for the baby, should he ever need a home. Isaiah was born in September, and we did not hear much about him, so we assumed all was well. I continued praying for his safety and Jane’s health. Shortly after I began volunteering in the nursery during Hannah Circle as a way to serve. I remember feeding one of the babies a bottle one morning and wondering if I would someday feed Isaiah this same way. He was now never far from my mind. Continue reading on page 4. Eastminster Presbyterian Church
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for her. We are still very much in the middle of God’s work here and expect to have Isaiah for at least a few more weeks. Though Jane is still unable to care for Isaiah at this time, she is the healthiest she has been in years. We continue to be amazed by God and his plan for all of us. For months I prayed about a way to serve him more, and our prayers were answered. Because God nudged us to consider caring for Isaiah, we believe his and his mom’s lives have been changed. Opportunities have opened for her because the entire family is so supportive. Our family is supportive because Kenny and I took a step of faith and offered to help.
One night in November, we received a call that changed everything. My uncle called to inform us that Jane had fallen back into some old habits and her son may need that care we had offered in July. While our family tried to help my cousin, we were suddenly left with the very real possibility of bringing another child into our home. Kenny and I prayed about it. We were suddenly fearful of what this would mean for our family. Throughout this time, though, we knew we would welcome Isaiah into our home. He was family and he needed a safe place to live. I spent much quiet time in prayer for my cousin and for Isaiah. Mostly I prayed that she would be well enough to care for him, but if we were meant to have him for a while, it would happen easily. No one wanted a legal battle. While visiting our family in Austin for Thanksgiving, my cousin reached a point of feeling unsafe around Isaiah. She called to ask for help. Because of God’s amazing plan, we were close by and could pick up Isaiah. She asked us to care for him while she took some time to focus on getting herself healthy. She was very eager to get better and very much desired to be a good mom to her son. Our prayers had been answered. Without having to involve lawyers, Isaiah would be cared for in a safe home, and his mom would work on getting better so she could ultimately care for him. We returned home from that trip and had two days to prepare our home for a new baby. Through the generous help of friends in the church, we were given many of the necessities, including a crib, for Isaiah. God has continued to provide for him throughout this time. My cousin spent a month with us in January. During that time, the Lord opened up many opportunities for us to share of his great love
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It is not easy having a second baby in the house, and many days I feel I might go crazy. But we know God has a plan for all of us, and we know something good will come from following his will. On the difficult days, I try to take comfort in knowing that “in all things, God works for the good of those who love Him” (Romans 8:28). We have seen such positive changes in everyone involved. I have come to have a better understanding of God by following his will. God has also used this opportunity to give me greater compassion for those who struggle with addictions and a greater passion for helping them come into a better life through him.
We know God has a plan for all of us, and we know something good will come from following his will. My Bible study group is going through James this year. Though so much of the book speaks to me right now, the verse I keep coming back to is James 1:2-4 “Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything.” We don’t know the end of this story yet, but we do know God will use our perseverance through this difficult time to make us mature and complete in Him. *Jane’s name has been changed for her protection
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Sunday, March 27 • 8, 9:30 & 11:15 a.m.
All services in the Sanctuary Join us as we celebrate the resurrection of our Savior! Our 8 and 9:30 a.m. traditional services include choir, brass, bells and organ. Our contemporary service will be held at 11:15 a.m. (note time change) and includes the Worship Team. Sunday classes for all ages will continue as scheduled. Regular attenders, please consider joining us at 8 a.m. to allow more room for guests at the other services. For Kids 8 a.m. service: Child care for 0 – 3 years old in B-16. 9:30 a.m. service: Child care for 0 - 2 years; Sunday classes for 3 years through fifth grade. 11:15 a.m. service: Child care for 0 - 2 years; Sunday class for 3 and 4 years; kids in K - second grade will be dismissed part way through worship for Kids Worship in LL-11.
Holy Week Services Palm Sunday, March 20 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. in the Sanctuary
Maundy Thursday, March 24 7 p.m.; Sanctuary Maundy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper and remembers Jesus’ sacrifice. Our service includes worship, communion and reflection.
Good Friday, March 25 7 p.m.; Sanctuary This traditional service includes music led by the Eastminster Chancel Choir and organ. Together we will remember Christ’s sacrifice for us on the cross. (Child care for 0 – Pre-K available.)
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Serve & Be Served Adults that have given their time to serve Eastminster students at middle and high school retreats tell their stories.
Susan Heitmann I have long ties with Westminster Woods - having served and worked out there in the 1980s. When my kids started going on Eastminster retreats it was a great opportunity for me to go back to a place where I found much enjoyment, spiritual growth and fun fellowship in early adulthood. I have been going out as a cook for more than eight years. I love the camaraderie in the kitchen with the other cooks. The kids are always so appreciative of the food, which makes you feel like you really met a need. But the best part is getting to attend and participate in Chapel. It is so exciting to see 70-100 youth lifting their voices in praise, praying together, listening intently to the wonderful speakers who are targeting the struggles that they face daily in being a young Christian, looking up Bible verses and eager to answer or ask questions. It gives me a sense of hope and peace for the future of our young people as you see them get what Christ has done for them, as you see them eager to help others. It gets pretty wild and crazy at times too which just shows it’s a lot of fun to be a Christian. It is also great to see the young adults that are giving themselves to disciple these kids by working with the youth groups. Retreats are always tiring weekends, up early and late to bed, but it is also very exhilarating from the energy of the youth and our wonderful leaders. It is an incredible way to serve and I encourage any member, any age to come out and cook even for just a day — you will love it and you will go home with your cup filled and your stomach full from great food!
Jan Nattier My first assignment in the kitchen at Westminster Woods was in the spring of 2008 for a middle school retreat. I have returned every summer for either a middle school retreat, a high school retreat or both. Every year, I look forward to my days at Westminster Woods. It is a great time to get away from the daily routine, get out of the city and into God’s woods. It is an opportunity to meet the students, work with other parents and serve my church. The days are busy as we are often in the kitchen from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., but the students are grateful, saying “thank you” for every spoonful as they walk through the serving line. There is time in the day to join the students in the Chapel for worship. Their enthusiasm for God’s word renews my faith. At the end of my time at the Woods, I am inspired by the commitment to the faith of our youth, tired but refreshed, and proud to wear my souvenir T-shirt!
Beth Oliphant I started cooking at the Woods when my son, Cooper, started the middle school retreats, about 2000. I arrived rolling my luggage into the kitchen where the cooks were already diligently working and asked where my luxury suite was located so I could check in. That laughter immediately broke the ice and was the beginning of wonderful relationships built and maintained for years. I decided to volunteer as a cook when my curiosity was peaked as to why our family had to schedule our calendar around the retreats because our son was not going to miss any of them. What I found was this beautiful place where you could enjoy the fellowship with the cooks, and engage with the counselors and campers. The days start early and end late. I have not cooked as much food in one month as I have during one retreat. I told my kids to enjoy the food there because it would not be the same when we return home. Who doesn’t look forward to having the end of the retreat homemade cinnamon roll?
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One would guess that after a long day of cooking and cleaning the cooks would return to Louis Lodge to sleep. Not so fast, there were chick flicks to watch, games to play and plenty of fellowship that lasted way past my 10 p.m. bedtime. Taking walks on the spacious grounds of the Woods in my free time is breathtaking and I can always feel the presence of God while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature. There are few places I have ever found as peaceful. Over the years our children, Alexa (20) and Cooper (25) transitioned from campers to counselors. It was a very rewarding experience to see my children mentored and turn around and mentor others during their walk with the Lord.
Sherri Tolleson I have been volunteering as a cook at Westminster Woods since my son, Clark, started going when he entered 6th grade in 2007. I was blessed to have a son who loved having me out at the Woods! We were able to share with each other our takeaways from the week or weekend. The experience of cooking with a group of people who all share the love of Christ made for an enlightening week or weekend. We prayed before the kids would show up to eat, listened to praise & worship music (sometimes loudly) and bonded as a group who loved serving Christ through our commitment to serving Eastminster kids. Besides cooking and preparing meals most of the day, the part I loved most was attending Chapel with the kids. It’s such a blessing to participate in Chapel activities and hear the message presented to the kids. I know I was often fed just as much as these young people were! It was so joyous seeing young Christians on fire for the Lord and shouting it from the rooftops! It was a very contagious feeling that was felt by all of us! Volunteering at Westminster Woods will always hold a special place in my heart and I will look back on it with very fond memories. I grew in my faith by answering the call from God to serve the young hearts of Eastminster Church.
Dianne Crawford I have been going out to the Woods for three or four years and what I love most is the peace and tranquillity of the place. That sounds rather ironic, given that there are often more than 100 kids out there. It is interesting to watch them interact with one another and grow closer through some crazy games. The crazy games teach them many different lessons. It helps those from different schools to find a common bond, and learn to love one another even through differences. I cannot express how beautiful it is to see God at work in the hearts of our children. God is definitely present, watching over them and working in them. God is growing them, stretching them and teaching them to live by his rules. To me it is a magical place, watching the children dedicated to their devotions, learning to grow in their caring for one another and their love of God. There is a spirit at the Woods that defies explanation.
David Edgar I have been a kitchen volunteer at Westminster Woods for the past 12 years. I started in the kitchen before air conditioning, before the kitchen was remodeled with all the equipment we now use. Needless to say, it was hot in the summer. It was such a blessing when the kitchen was remodeled with air conditioning, convection ovens, an ice machine and refrigeration. I could step away from my life in Wichita, away from my cell phone and computer, and feel God’s presence. Every time I go out there I go with the intention of serving our kids, but I am so much more served by them. I stay busy in the kitchen but I try to take time to talk with kids. There are always campers who need someone to talk to. They want someone to listen to what they have to say. Every time I go out there I make new favorite memories. It is the first time that many of the middle school students are on their own. I enjoy watching the kids get off the bus with the wide-eyed look as if to say, “what have I gotten myself into?” The kids go out there as campers, some become counselors, many become part of the staff and many continue to visit during their college years and beyond - some kids even find their future wives and husbands at the Woods. I thank God for this amazing place. It is a joy to serve our kids.
Email Joey McLaughlin at jmclaughlin@eastminster.org to find out how you can serve with Student Ministries!
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Spiritual Direction
Men in Dr. Hank’s Spiritual Direction group share their experience in the program Last year a new Discipleship program was launched at Eastminster - Spiritual Direction. It was instigated by Pastor Stan Van Den Berg after he experienced a growing trend among California churches in which spiritual direction programs multiplied and had a positive impact on the maturity of congregational life there. In seeking to serve the needs of their church members and nurture spiritual growth, many Protestant congregations have - over the last two decades - started to venture into a realm that was previously occupied mostly by Roman Catholics. In our fast-paced modern society it is all too easy to neglect one’s devotional life and knowledge of biblical truth. Spiritual direction seeks to provide a “companion on the way” as we seek to discern how to deepen our prayer life and develop the ability to hear God’s voice.
they might be plugged into what HopeNet provides. If interested, please contact her at 684.4673. Be still and know that I am God (Psalm 46:10) - a modern paraphrase renders this well-known verse, “Step aside, and cease striving. Take a long, loving look at me, your God”. Texts like these express the wisdom and need for spiritual direction. To give you an inside glimpse of the value of this program comments were solicited from some of the participants:
Mike Jaderston The Spiritual Direction program was an encouraging and lifegiving experience for me. Dr. Hank is an amazing mentor. He is a great listener that asks good questions, and really challenged me to examine and awaken my spiritual life. His insights are always full of wisdom and grace. It is clear that he genuinely cares and is down to earth about ways to grow spiritually. I highly recommend this program to anyone who wants to develop a more vibrant devotional life and to help gain spiritual direction in their life.
What does spiritual direction entail? It is not pastoral counseling which focuses more on solving specific problems or managing crises of a spiritual and societal nature. It is not discipleship training which focuses more on instruction and teaching. It is a form of mentoring, but the specific nature can be seen as nurturing and developing the devotional life and spiritual maturity of those involved in the program. Currently the program is in its second intake. Dr. Hank Lederle meets with a dozen men for an individual session once a month, giving them material to work through, pray about and then discuss with him. Jenny Wall, a church member and the Spiritual Director and Church Relations Manager at HopeNet, works with a few women and is eager for ladies from the church who are interested in spiritual direction to contact her to explore how
Another participant in the program stated, I was very blessed to be able to participate in the men’s Spiritual Direction program. The time spent together, the reading assignments, and the overall experience was exactly what I needed for this stage of my life as a father, husband and ministry leader. I feel this gave me some needed foundation in the area of building character and taking further steps in obedience, especially in areas of my life that I had struggled in - and maybe in some ways had given up on. Dr. Lederle had a very tender yet firm way of giving me the desire to change and more than anything else, to rest in the grace of Christ and seek his kingdom above all. I know the Lord brought
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this into my life at just the right time and I am so thankful for this Spiritual Direction program!
Max White I feel the Spiritual Direction program is a wonderfully personal way to connect on a regular basis with someone to gain the encouragement and support to grow in the Holy Spirit and gain a healthier relationship with God. Each of my meetings was excitedly anticipated and left me with a feeling of deep satisfaction. They acted as a springboard for the days and weeks ahead and it was a unique and invigorating experience to have regular faith-based conversations on such a personalized level. I started the Spiritual Direction program because Dr. Hank approached me. It was a really interesting beginning and very much what I consider God working in my life. I heard one of Pastor Hank’s sermons and felt I really connected with it. In passing I mentioned it to Paul Bammel and he mentioned it to Pastor Hank. Pastor Hank sought me out after church one day and we chatted for a bit. He then reached out and asked if I would be interested in the program, which I certainly was.
thought-provoker. It mentioned music, taking time to be alone with God, among other suggestions. Also, the books, The Meaning of Marriage by Timothy Keller and The Five Love Languages by Gary Chapman were very beneficial to me throughout the program and I would recommend them to others looking to strengthen their faith. After a meeting I certainly feel closer to Jesus and come out feeling refreshed, spiritually recharged, and eager to share the love of God. I continue to meet with Pastor Hank and it has encouraged me to partake in a devotional as well. It has also given me ideas of how to talk with my brother and other friends and family members who are not believers.
I think regular time to reaffirm your relationship with Jesus and explore the spiritual connection more deeply is revitalizing. I think paying attention to the Spirit and how he works in us is sometimes overlooked. I feel like I have some good exercises that I went through with Pastor Hank, and perhaps with some more guidance and structural ideas I could work through a mentorship with others. I feel a little fledgling in my life and my faith, however being able to regularly meet with someone so versed and knowledgeable about the Bible, Jesus, the Spirit and the word of God has been an eyeopening experience - one that has made me feel very special and close to God. Spiritual direction has been an extraordinary way to learn about God and specifically how the Spirit works in people. I am in a young-married small group as well which is also a great exercise. I feel like the spiritual direction setting is more personalized and an extremely helpful way to walk through spiritual concepts with the help of someone else.
“Spiritual direction has been an extraordinary way to learn about God and specifically how the Spirit works in people.” The article that Pastor Hank gives to everyone in the program about steps you can take to help be closer to God was a good
There have been so many important lessons I’ve learned from Pastor Hank. I would say that hearing that different people have different ways of being close to God was good. Some people read the Bible, some help others and give back, some raise godly children, some sing, and there are many other ways as well. But even when life gets busy, you still need to make time to be with God.
Dr. Hank’s book, Spirit and Word, is available for purchase through the church office. All proceeds go to support missions and spiritual direction at Eastminster. If you are interested in the Spiritual Direction program, contact Dr. Hank at hlederle@eastminster.org for more information.
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GOing with the Gospel: Jeri’s Story by Jeri Jordan It was 2:30 p.m. and we were preparing for dismissal at the elementary school where I work when the substitute custodian for that day came in with a huge smile and lots of energy in her voice. This was a bit strange for someone who has put in a full day of physical labor. She began to tell us that many Ethiopian families had recently moved to Wichita and she was asking for coats and blankets for them for the winter. “Things that you might have around that are extra or in your garage sale things,” she said. As those of us in the front office listened, my heart sank for anyone who might not have a coat or a blanket for the winter. Our principal was the first to say, “Well if you need coats for the children, please let me know what sizes. I can help.” Ellen (the custodian – name changed for privacy) was an Ethiopian refugee herself 20 years ago. She told us her country has always been at war. When she came to America, there were many people who helped her and now it was her turn to help these folks. She is a vibrant person with a huge heart and very grateful to those who can help her people. I came home and looked around for things to give to the Ethiopians for the winter. Then I decided to take it a step further and see if anyone in my Thursday night Bible study might want to give. That’s when I practically began running a thrift store out of my car! First someone said they had some things to give and would meet me under the bell tower at church. It turned out it was two downfilled comforters and other clothing, totaling three trash bags full of things. Then someone from the Bible study said they are a part of an organization that provides coats and blankets for people. I didn’t even know such an organization existed. She dropped them off at the church and I took those to Ellen. My sister gave, her neighbor threw some things in as well. A friend came by and basically gave me everything she was keeping for a garage sale. Then a friend from church gave me some things that a family from Saudi Arabia gave to her with the understanding that they wanted to give them away and not sell them. It just goes on and on! The people of Eastminster and those I was coming in contact with were very generous. One evening shortly before Christmas, I got a call from Pastor Mike at church and he said he had some turkeys to give to those in need and wondered if the refugees might need them. I called Ellen to see if they might want them and she said yes. I really didn’t want to go by myself, and my husband, Howard, was out of town, so Jim Fritzemeier graciously volunteered to help me. Keep in mind this was just a few days before Christmas. I was
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hesitant to go, but it made an impression that will be with me forever. What I witnessed was people with very meager means smiling and inviting us in to accept the “chickens,” as they call them. Both apartments I was invited into were spotless, with only a couch and a small table in the living room. It was a very
humbling experience, especially in the rush of giving that most of us do at Christmas. “I still have to bake this, I still need to buy that present, I still need to...” This was a good “time out” for me to check my own heart in the middle of the Christmas season. I don’t exactly know where God is leading me in all of this, to be perfectly honest. Missions has never really been my specific calling, but somehow this is where God has let me be of service the past few months. I am so very grateful for my Eastminster family and always amazed at the people who give or belong to this group or that group, who rise to the occasion when there is a need. I plan to keep in touch with Ellen and continue to develop a relationship with her as we pass things from my car to hers. I want to learn more about how she arrived here. I want to learn more about her own family, as she is raising her two girls as well as an autistic niece, since her sister died of cancer last year. In addition to coats and blankets, Ellen tries to help the refugees obtain employment, which is usually a long process before they can actually get hired. She is transporting them here and there for interviews, then teaching them to ride the bus. I have no idea how Ellen has the energy to be a substitute custodian and cook in Andover schools, have time for her own family and for these Ethiopian refugees whom she identifies with. She is an amazing woman. She has seen the acts of generosity from our church. I hope someday she and her refugee friends might be comfortable visiting Eastminster. If we have time to listen, I think they will have quite a story to tell. Their story of being in America has only begun. I’m glad I had the chance to be a small part of it.
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GO to the end of the street and the ends of the earth
On GO Sunday, February 28, we were challenged to GO into the city of Wichita and the world with the gospel (if you missed GO Sunday, you can watch the entire service at eastminster.org). Pastor Mike asked us to consider taking a next step by choosing from five gospel opportunity options. Many of you committed to a next step on your Connect Card, and there is still time to get involved!
G O Su n day N e x t S t e p s Join a Regional Team Want to make an impact on the world from right here in Wichita? Eastminster’s World Missions area is laid out by regions, especially focusing on those parts of the world that are unreached with the gospel. Contact Marcia Davis at 634.0337, ext. 231, or mdavis@eastminster.org to get involved • The Balkans (Albania, Macedonia, Romania, Moldova) • East Africa (Kenya, South Sudan, Ethiopia) • Indonesia • USA (Pockets of unreached people groups in the US) • Central America • Legacy (current partners outside the defined regions)
Mentor a child with youth horizons Youth Horizons helps break the cycle of fatherlessness through providing mentors for boys and girls. You can stand in the gap for these local kids by contacting Marcia Davis at 634.0337, ext. 231, or mdavis@eastminster.org to get involved.
Connect with an International Student Trainings Tuesdays, March 22, 29, April 5 and 12, 7 – 9 p.m. Did you know 80% of students who come to the US are never invited into an American home? Learn how to reach and share Jesus with international students right here in Wichita.
Take Pastor Stan’s outreach Class Wednesdays beginning March 30, 6:30 p.m. Pastor Stan will teach this class on reaching out to those around us and sharing the gospel – both in our actions and words.
go to haiti this summer July 22 – 29 We’ll serve those affected by the 2010 earthquake as we share the love of Jesus. Learn more at eastminster.org/haiti. Eastminster Presbyterian Church
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Spring Highlights Haydn’s “The Creation” Sunday, April 24, 9:30 and 11 a.m. services (no 8 a.m. service) The Chancel Choir will sing selections of Haydn’s “The Creation” with narration between the selections by Pastor Stan. This is a celebration of our Creator God, with portions of Scripture, music and message to inspire our worship and awe of him. House of Prayer We’re continuing in our mission to have constant intercession for Eastminster, 12 hours a day, six days a week. You can sign up to intentionally pray for our church for as many 30-minute slots as you can - once a week, once a month, or even more! Sign up on the schedule outside the Prayer Room (near the Welcome Desk) or contact Ginger Cox at 634.0337, ext. 207, or gcox@eastminster.org. Family Disc Golf Scramble Sunday, April 10, 12:30 p.m. Cost: $5/family Contests, prizes, lunch and more! RSVP by April 6 to Joey at jmclaughlin@eastminster.org.
We sacrifice for the things in our lives that are worth it. Recently our elders shared our giving is behind by about $250,000. We know the Eastminster family is strong, so we are asking everyone who calls Eastminster home to consider giving sacrificially to the church during the season of Lent. We give to God because he is worth it and worthy of our best. During this six weeks, make it a family challenge to see how you can save in order to give back. Whatever the sacrifice, we know the Lord is worth it. HOW TO GIVE 1. Give on Sundays during the service 2. Give online at eastminster.org Gifts are secure, and can be one-time or recurring 3. Give via text Text the amount you want to donate to 316.226.8797 to start your account