@Faith April 2014 Vol. 2 Issue 6

JUNE Vol. 2, Issue 6, 2014

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Beecher Cedar Lake Dyer

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Faith Family Highlight

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Hammond Highland Valparaiso

hello.

It’s been a long, cold winter and like you, I look forward to a much anticipated summer season.

I also look forward to celebrating a more laid back schedule at Faith Church. Hopefully this will give all of us an opportunity to relax and spend more time with our friends and family.

It’s been my experience that when I slow down, I am able to better hear what the Lord is saying to me. To that end, I’m excited to invite you to join us for our summer sermon series. We will be looking at how our lives are changed by allowing the Holy Spirit to develop His fruit in our lives.

So stand by for more info regarding this powerful series.

Pastor Bob

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The Big

Whether you’ve been attending Faith Church for a long time or you are a first time visitor, @faith is here to help! Being a part of this church family is a partnership in growth, so we encourage you to be involved in 3 ways:

WORSHIP ON THE WEEKENDS Gather with others to listen to a message from God’s Word, sing, pray, and lift up the name of Jesus. Attend a service at one of our campuses.

Kids (infant-5th grade) are invited to Treasureland, our children’s ministry, where they can worship Jesus in a safe environment at their level.

Don’t miss the opportunity to gather with others and worship each week. Invite a friend!

CONNECT IN COMMUNITY Being a follower of Jesus was never meant to be done alone. Sole-ranger Christianity usually means discouragement and failure. God has provided a better way-Biblical community.

Community keeps us encouraged, helps us build meaningful friendships, and most importantly, helps us grow as Christians. This may be through a Mini-Church, Bible study, or Serving Team. No matter what your age, God does not intend for you to walk through life alone. Be real. Be known.

SERVE OTHERS Join a weekend Serving Team at one of our campuses. Serve in your neighborhood or around the world! God has gifted each of us to do something special. Discover the joy of serving.

BEECHER

WORSHIP 201 E. Church Road Beecher, Il 60401 Service Times Sunday, 9 & 11 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 9 & 11 am

CONNECT WOMEN

Women’s connecting groups will resume in the fall.

MEN Watch the weekend programs or contact John Plug at jcplug@juno.com for details on the summer calendar for the men’s Bible/Book studies.

Other resources for men: Pick up your copy of the quarterly men’s devotional “Equipping the Man in the Mirror” at the Welcome & Hospitality Center or see John Plug for a copy.

ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org Reach, Grow, Connect Reaching out to join a Mini-Church is a great way to connect with others. Connecting with others growing in their walk with Jesus is God’s plan. Contact Anne Contreras for more information about how to start your Mini-Church journey.

BRIC (over 50) Contact Bob at bchofstra@gmail.com For BRIC events, see the Dyer section of this publication for a new event listing.

CARE Faith Family Market Thursday, 6-7 pm - No appointment needed Contact Rachel at malko673@yahoo.com Check the grocery cart in the entryway for a list of on going FFM needs. If you would be willing to help fill basic bags for our guests before or after a Sunday service, please contact Rachel (email above) or Leanne at lmast@faithchurchonline.org.

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Contact Info: If you are new to Faith Beecher and haven’t submitted your name and contact info or if you have not been receiving Pastor Nathan’s email updates, please submit contact info to Leanne at: lmast@faithchurchonline.org.

Classes & Events SpringHill Day Camp June 16-20 Ages: Completed Kindergarten-Completed 4th grade Brochures available at the Connections & Community bulletin board or email springhillbeecher@faithchurchonline.org.

Registration closes June 9.

June Potluck Sunday, June 22 We’d like to invite the families of SpringHill attendees to join us! Watch the weekend program for details.

July 4th Parade We will participate in the Beecher 4th of July parade again this year. We’ll need help to put together our entry and also participants the day of the parade. This year’s theme is “Celebrate with Music.” In addition to volunteers walking and passing out candy, we are looking for ShoutOut members and SpringHill attenders to join us! If you are interested in helping in either of these ways, contact Val Lagestee at missnfl1@aol.com.

SERVE The Vine bookstore - is always looking for new people to join our team; it’s only a commitment of a few hours each month. Contact Sharla Slings at slings6@att.net.

The Security Team - is looking for those interested in making our worship services a safe environment. Contact Sharla Slings at slings6@att.net.

SpringHill Day Camp - is coming to Faith Beecher - June 16-20.

Volunteers needed: host families, sponsorship donors, kitchen help, medical team and many others. Sign up in the back of the Worship Center or email springhillbeecher@faithchurchonline.org.

Treasureland Worship - is looking for individuals like you! Are you in 6th grade or older?

Would you like to help children worship Jesus at their own level? Contact Leah at lprairie@faithchurchonline.org OR Rachel at malko673@yahoo.com.

Visit the Connections and Community bulletin board (located next to the Vine) for a First Serve card if you’d like to begin serving somewhere but you are not sure of the available options. Contact Sharla Slings for more information at slings6@att.net.

CEDAR LAKE

WORSHIP Cedar Lake Ministries 13701 Lauerman Street Cedar Lake, IN 46303 Service Times Sunday, 9 & 10:30 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 9 & 10:30 am Worship Location News We will have one 10 am worship service in Hanover High School Auditorium on the following dates: June 15, July 20, Aug 31 *There will be no Treasureland (infant-5th grd) on Labor Day Weekend.

CONNECT WOMEN

Bible/Book Study - “The Shelter of God’s Promises” by Sheila Walsh Tuesday, 7 pm - CAC Contact Karla Weemhoff at kweemhoff@faithchurchonline.org In a world of uncertainty, pain and struggle, where do you find solid assurance and unshakeable truth? Gifted Bible teacher and inspiring speaker Sheila Walsh DIGS Scripture for what God has promised us, what God’s promises mean, and how these promises provide the foundation for daily confidence, joy, and hope.

Hope you can join us!

Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday MEN Bible Study Saturday, 6:30-8:30 am – CAC Contact Greg at gpekny@att.net Meets the 1st & 3rd Saturday Bible/Book Study – “Pressure Points”

by Chip Henderson Wednesday, 6:30-8:30 pm – space next door to the CAC Contact Matt at mdlenting@sbcglobal.net Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday Young men’s accountability/Bible Study group Tuesday nights 9-10:30 pm – CAC basement Contact Jason at jasons@faithchurchonline.org ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN)

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Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org A Mini-Church is a place where groups of people: - Care for each other - Apply God’s Truth - Reproduce new Mini-Churches - Serve in and outside the church

STUDENTS We are taking the month of June off. However, Cedar Lake ONE80 has an awesome summer planned! Look for information coming soon about: 1- Summer Bible Study (Wed Nights in July/August) 2- Boating and Bonfire Nights Check out faithchurchstudents.com for more info!

CARE Faith Family Market Mondays, 10 am-noon - CAC (closed the 5th Mondays) Contact Beckie at bhayes@faithchurchonline.org The Market provides assistance to those who have grocery needs.

Faith Family Market Garden Plot: People needed to weed and water on a regular basis. Contact Beckie at bhayes@faithchurchonline.org.

Reflectors Ministry Sundays, during 9 & 10:30 am worship services Contact Samantha at s.evenhouse@yahoo.com This ministry exists to help people with any disability grow in their relationship with Jesus at their own level and to be enfolded into the church community. Treasureland buddies and prayer partners are available to help make church more accessible to them and their caregivers. Please contact us if you know of anyone who could be helped by this ministry or if you have an interest in serving in this capacity.

SERVE Frontline: We believe it is important that each person who comes on a weekend feels welcome.

Do you have the gift of making people feel welcome and included? Please consider joining the frontline team and serve in greeting, The Welcome Center, or security. Contact Harrison at hburgett@faithchurchonline.org.

Free Lunch: We serve a free lunch at the CAC on the last Saturday of every month. This is a wonderful opportunity to provide food and friendship in the name of Jesus to our Cedar Lake community. If your Mini-Church or group of friends would be interested in helping, please contact May at 4evr-jong@comcast.net. You don’t have to be part of a group to participate.

Individuals are welcome! Immediately following the lunch, “Q” Place will be available. The “Q” place gathering is a place for anyone who wishes to discuss questions about the Bible, faith and the journey of life.

DYER

WORSHIP 100 81st Ave. Dyer, IN 46311 Service Times Saturday, 6 pm Sunday, 9 & 11 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Saturday, 6 pm Sunday, 9 & 11 am Reflectors Worship (Disability Ministry) Sunday, 11 am The Vine bookstore and Faithful Grounds Coffee Shop are open before and after all weekend services.

CONNECT WOMEN Current Women’s Bible Studies “Respectfully Yours” - 9 am - April Rodriguez Monday, June 2-Aug 11 Meets every week Card Connection Thursday, 6:30-8:30 pm - Room 127 Contact Paula at randpnovak@comcast.net Meets the 1st Thursday Faith Stitchers Resume Thursday, Sep 11 at 1 pm Mom’s Support Group Monday, 7-8:30 pm - Garage Prayer Room Contact Karyn at kjustice@faithchurchonline.org This confidential ministry provides love and encouragement to moms of gay and/or lesbian children.

Meets the 3rd Monday MEN Prayer Group Wednesdays, 8 am - Prayer Room This Men’s Prayer Group meets weekly to fellowship and pray for the cares and concerns of the Faith family.

Bible Studies Thursday Night 6:30-8 pm - Room 145 Contact Glen at glenwiersema@yahoo.com Meets the 1st & 3rd Thursday Saturday Morning 6:30-8 am - The Garage Contact Dante at grainteam@comcast.net Meets 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturday

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ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org God calls us to community. He created us for community and at Faith Church our Mini-Church ministry is a venue in which we can develop meaningful relationships. Please visit our website to find a group that suits you at faithchurchonline.org under the connect tab.

Catalyst Thursdays, 7 pm - Atrium Contact Ben at benk@faithchurchonline.org Catalyst is a movement of 20-30 something’s, married and single, who desire to get to know Jesus better.

BRIC (over 50) Patriotic Concert Moody Church Sunday, June 29, Depart Faith Dyer 11:15 am Lunch on your own at Ed Debevic’s Sign up deadline is June 22 * Contact: Chris at 219-864-9260 STUDENTS Our calendars, event details, and online sign-ups can be found at faithchurchstudents.com. Look for regular updates on Facebook at “Faith Crossroads” and “Faith 180.”

Crossroads (High School) Sundays, 6:30-8:30 pm (juice bar opens at 6 pm) through the end of JUNE. Contact Tory at tpaino@faithchurchonline.org 180 (6th–8th grade) Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 pm (juice bar opens at 5:30 pm) Contact Dave at daveg@faithchurchonline.org CARE Our Hope Tuesday, 7-9 pm - Prayer Room Contact Jeri at jeri.darchuck@tecmungo.com Grief support group for women.

Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday Divorce Care Contact Charlie at 219-374-6041 Will break for summer and resume on Tuesday, Sep 2.

Celebrate Recovery Tuesdays, 7-9 pm - The Garage Contact Jim at celebraterecovery@faithchurchonline.org Celebrate Recovery is open to everyone on Tuesday nights as a place of rescue, restoration, safety, and renewal for those seeking God’s healing of life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits.

Celebration Station Tuesdays, 6:45-9 pm - Farm/Jungle Room Contact Kim at kgfollmar@sbcglobal.net Celebration Station is designed for kids 5 to 13 years old whose parents attend one of the care groups on Tuesday. We hope to make Jesus the foundation of their lives, break cycles of dysfunction, and join their parents in forgiveness and healing.

Faith Family Market Sunday, 10 am-12 noon - Room 128 Contact Kelly at kellym0503700@aol.com The Market provides assistance to those who have grocery needs.

Open the 2nd & 4th Sunday Reflectors Sundays, 11 am-12 noon - Rooms 140-142 Contact Vinnie at vadams@faithchurchonline.org Room 140/141 is for children ages 3-12 Room 142/143 is for Teens/Adults ages 13 & up These classrooms function similar to a Special Education Classroom. Typical elements include: Modified Bible lessons, crafts, games, singing, and other interactive activities.

Quiet Family Space (during weekend services) Rooms 144 & 145 At any weekend service at the Dyer Campus, there are secluded living rooms available for families that need a quiet, private space to worship. The service is streamed through a television in these rooms.

Parent Respite and Support Group Saturday, 9 am-12 noon - Atrium Contact Vinnie at vadams@faithchurchonline.org Parents of children with disabilities (of any age) can drop off their child for 3 hours of fun activities with trained volunteers while they take time for respite. Activities for “typical” siblings are also available during this time. Additionally a Parent Support Group is offered from 9:15-10:30 am. The speaker will be Phil Krygsheld, who is the Director of Children’s Ministry at Faith Church, speaking about Faith at home.

Meets the 2nd Saturday Restored Hearts (Mental Illness Group) Tuesday, 8 pm - Room 127 Contact Dawn at dawn.lewis284@yahoo.com Support group for those struggling with mental illness.

Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday Restored Hearts Social Night Friday, June 13, 6:30-9:30 pm - The Garage Contact: Dawn Lewis at dawn.lewis284@yahoo.com Social Night for individuals with Mental Illness.

Social Night for the Deaf Friday, June 20, 6:30 pm Contact Sue Dominikovich at 708-474-7869/ signgirltwo@comast.net HEALTH & WELLNESS Faithfully Fit Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 5:15-6:15 am - Atrium Contact Ray at rtambrini@comcast.net Fitness class for men and women (aerobic interval training) Pass It on Hockey Sundays, 6:40 am - Homewood-Flossmoor Ice Arena Contact Carl at hockey@faithchurchonline.org.

Men of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

12.1 Running Club Saturdays, 7 am Erie Lackawanna Trail, Highland (Ridge & Kennedy Ave) Contact Louie & Mary at cioe@sbcglobal.net 12.1 Run is for anyone 12 & up. Whether it is your first time or you are a seasoned runner, all are welcome. The ministry encourages runners to train together, serve together and gather together for the race God has specifically set before us (Hebrews 12:1). 12.1 Run seeks to be a place of sweat and joy!

Cross Step with Colleen Tuesdays, 9 am - Farm Room Contact Colleen at 708-712-1466 CLASSES & EVENTS SpringHill Day Camp Ages: Completed kindergarten through completed 4th grade.

June 16-20 OR June 23-27 Register for one week to leave room for as many kids as possible.

Registration closes 1 week prior to the beginning of camp. (June 9 or 16 respectively). More information at faithchurchkids.org or on page 4 of this publication.

Global Leadership Summit Thursday and Friday, Aug 14-15, Dyer Campus Contact Bethany at bethanyv@faithchurchonline.org This is a great opportunity to invest in yourself as a Christian leading and influencing others for Christ, in addition to being an outreach opportunity for your colleagues and friends. Anyone who calls Faith Church home is entitled to use promo code LEAD14HS for a discounted rate of only $79. Registration and information is available at faithchurchonline.org.

AMAZI It’s back! The AMAZI Craft Fair will be November 15, 2014. We are now accepting applications from crafters and vendors for booth rental. Applications received by June 15 will get an early bird discount. Amazi Team Volunteers also needed. Email amazicraftfair@gmail.com for more info and an application.

SERVE SpringHill Day Camp June 16-20 & June 23-27 Counselors-in-Training (CIT) Host Homes Medical Volunteers Monday Morning Registration Lunch Prep For more information, go to faithchurchkids.org or see the ad on page 4 of this publication.

Summer Serve Opportunity June 7/8-Aug 30/31 Contact Nicky at ndykstra@faithchurchonline.org Don’t run! Be part of the fun! Choose any service at any campus to boost the fun in preschool/kindergarten (3 yrs - completed kindergarten). Sign up at faithchurchkids.org.

Reflectors Ministry serving opportunities: Support for 9 am Treasureland Support for Thu & Fri morning MOPS Buddies for Tuesday night Celebrate Recovery Child Care Buddies for the 11 am adult Reflectors class Contact Vinnie in the church office for details on what these positions entail.

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HAMMOND

WORSHIP Hammond Academy of Science and Technology 33 Muenich Ct Hammond, IN 46320 Service Time Sunday, 10 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergaten) Sunday, 10 am

CONNECT WOMEN Faith Stitchers Thursday, 1-3:30 pm - HAC Contact Karen De Young at karendeyoung@rocketmail.com Meets the 4th Thursday MEN Bible Study Saturday, 7-8:30 am - HAC Contact Tim at famforhim@comcast.net Meets the 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturday ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org The Call to Community God dwells in Community God created us for Community Jesus modeled Community for you and me No one is meant to walk the Faith journey alone.

BRIC (over 50) Contact Dick & Carol Seifert at seifert9300@ sbcglobal.net For BRIC events, see the Dyer section of this publication.

Marriage Mini-Church - Love & Respect Sunday 6:30-8:30 pm - HAC Contact Breanne at breannemitchell@rocketmail.com Workbook can be purchased in the Vine bookstore, Dyer Campus.

Meets June 1, 15 & 29; July 13 & 27 and August 10 & 24.

STUDENTS Student Ministries’ activities to be announced throughout the summer.

CARE

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Reflectors Ministry Every Sunday, 10 am Contact Marianne at mheenigenburg@gmail.com Reflectors Ministry exists to help people with any disability grow in their relationship with Jesus at their own level and to be included in

the church community. Treasureland buddies and prayer partners are available to help make church more accessible to them and their caregivers.

To sign up for these services, please see the Reflectors’ Host at the Welcome Table.

Prayer Ministry Sundays, before and after service Contact Bob at rjeenigenburg@gmail.com If you have needs, concerns, worries, praises, or thanksgivings, there are people in the prayer room who will be glad to offer prayers to the Lord for you.

Faith Family Market Sunday, 10:30 am-1 pm - HAC Contact Randy at farmerrg@hotmail.com The Market is available to all members and attenders of Faith Hammond. The Market provides assistance to those needing help with their grocery needs.

Open the 1st & 3rd Sunday Celebrate Recovery Friday, 7-9 pm Contact Jim at jrpaglis@yahoo.com Celebrate Recovery (CR) is based on the original 12 steps of recovery and the Beatitudes-the actual words of Jesus. CR is open to everyone as a place of rescue, restoration, safety, and renewal for those seeking God’s healing of life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits.

1st Friday meets at the Highland Campus; 2nd, 3rd & 4th Friday meets at the HAC Coming Soon! Summer Art Classes!

Look for additional information regarding dates and times on our website at www.hammondartscenter.org Classes & Events Save the date: Saturday, Aug 2 Back to school picnic at Harrison Park.

More details to follow.

SERVE Set-up & Tear-Down Team needs 15 people to help. Team members typically serve 1 to 2 times a month on a set-up or tear-down shift. No technical experience is needed. For more information, contact Dan at dwhiteman@faithchurchonline.org.

Hammond Choir is always looking to expand.

To try out, please contact Jennifer at jenesingz@gmail.com.

Hammond Worship Team is always looking to grow and expand the team. If you are a vocalist or instrumentalist, we would love to hear from you.

For more information or to schedule an audition, contact Dan at dwhiteman@faithchurchonline.org.

Opportunity to Serve: There are various ministries that could always use help. Please contact Sarah at ssmith@faithchurchonline.org if you are interested in serving. We will work with you to find a way we can best utilize your gifts and talents.

HIGHLAND

WORSHIP 8910 Grace Street Highland, IN 46322 Service Times Sunday, 9 & 11 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 9 & 11 am

CONNECT WOMEN *Women’s groups will resume in the fall ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org No one is meant to walk the Faith journey alone. Start your journey to Community by simply visiting the Faith Church website: faithchurchonline.org/connect/mini-church/join NWI Singles of Faith Tuesday, 7-8:30 pm - Room 201 Contact Sandy Reitsma nwisinglesoffaith@yahoo.com This ministry welcomes single and single again Christian adults. We seek to serve adults who are single, widowed or divorced who are looking for like-minded Christians to share their beliefs and values, growing in Christ.

Meets weekly STUDENTS Vida-Student Ministries: 6th-8th grade Contact Kelli Hofstra at Hofstra.kl@gmail.com or 219-838-6231 Check website for summer activities and meetings: vidaencounter.wordpress.com.

Encounter-Student Ministries: 9th-12th grade Contact: Kelli Hofstra Hofstra.kl@gmail.com or 219-838-6231 Check website for summer activities and meetings: vidaencounter.wordpress.com High School Coffeehouse Tuesdays, 7 pm Contact Kelli Hofstra at Hofstra.kl@gmail.com or 219-838-6231 Check our website for locations: vidaencounter.wordpress.com Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays

OA-Overeaters Anonymous Fridays, 10-11:30 am - Room 101 Contact Barb Russo at 219-742-3397 “Steps and Traditions” study style with guest speakers every week.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS Fitness Class Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9-10 am Great Room Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:15-11:15 am Great Room Contact Karen Pobereyko at 219-972-3418 $3 per session. Weight training Mon, Wed, and Fri at 9 am. Low-impact exercise Monday at 10:15 am.

Circuit Training Wednesday at 10:15 am.

Circuit Class Tuesdays, 6:30 pm - Great Room Contact Lisa at 219-227-8639 Co-ed exercise class. $8 per session or $65/10 sessions Meets weekly CLASSES & EVENTS Discovery Class Sunday, June 1, 12:30-3 pm Contact highlandoffice@faithchurchonline.org Discovery Class is your pathway to membership at Faith Church. It’s also an excellent way to learn about our core values, our church structure and the Christian principles on which we are founded.

Materials are provided. There is no cost to take the class. You can take the class and then join Faith Church, or you may take it as an inquirer to find out more information and then possibly join at a later date within a year of the class date. Sign up at faithchurchonline.org/calendar/Faith Highland/ June 1.

Pastor’s Chat Sunday, June 8, 6-7:30 pm Get to know Pastor Jason and his wife, Kristin, in a casual, small-group setting.

SpringHill Day Camp Monday, June 30 - Thursday, July 3 Sign up online at springhilldaycamp.com Contact Alyce at alyce.deboer3@gmail.com Registration closes June 23.

CARE NA-The Grace Street Recovery Meeting of Narcotics Anonymous Thursdays, 7-8:30 pm - Room 201 Contact Rob Pettit at 219-381-6768 This is an open meeting where all are welcome, but only members are encouraged to speak.

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VALPARAISO

WORSHIP

STUDENTS

1155 S. Sturdy Road Valparaiso, IN 46383

Valpo180 Sundays, 6:30 pm Contact Eric at jabaay3901@comcast.net Jr. and High School age students are encouraged to join in for an evening of fun and games with a purpose. We’ll be trying new things and looking to delve deeper into God’s Word as a guide for our lives.

Service Time Sunday, 10 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 10 am

CONNECT WOMEN Connect to God through worship, relationships, discipleship, and nurturing. The women of Faith Valpo are a community of women who love God and are committed to stay connected to each other through Jesus Christ. *Women’s events will resume in the fall.

MEN Our desire is for men to become strong disciples of Christ in their homes, families, and workplaces.

Businessmen of Faith Valpo Thursday, 6:30 am Meets at Round the Clock Restaurant Contact Pastor Brad at bhaitsma@faithchurchonline.org Come together for fellowship, food and to be challenged to be a light in our communities.

Meets the 1st Thursday Men of Faith Saturdays, 7 am - upstairs adult classroom Contact Bob at bob4gvn@gmail.com Community where men can come together to pray, read God’s Word, and journey through life’s struggles and celebrations together.

Meets 2nd & 4th Saturday ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org God calls us to community. He created us for community and at Faith Church our Mini-Church ministry is a venue in which we can develop meaningful relationships. Please visit our website to find a group that suits you at faithchurchonline.org under “connect” “Our Mini-Church is a place where we trust one another and know that we are in each other’s thoughts and prayers. We may only be connected through our bi-monthly meetings, but we have a spiritual connection. God brought us together, and we are together to worship God and get to know Him better.”

Marian Stasi O’Quinn Valparaiso Mini-Church Leader

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CARE Reflectors Ministry Sundays, 10 am Contact Brent at alpsjack1@gmail.com This ministry exists to help people with any disability grow in their relationship with Jesus at their own level and to be enfolded into the church community. Treasureland buddies and prayer partners are available to help make church more accessible to them and their caregivers. Please contact us if you know of anyone who could be helped by this ministry or if you have an interest in serving in this capacity.

EVENTS First Sunday Sunday, June 1 immediately following the worship service-downstairs Everyone is invited to join us for a time of food, fellowship, and fun as we share a meal together.

What a great time to get to know someone better and connect with the Faith Valpo community!

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