The Paper | August Issue 4 Vol 3

ISSUE 3 VO LU M E 4 A U G U S T 2 01 6

CONTENTS 4

Who are The Imig’s?

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Reach Project Update

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One Relationship At A Time

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The Journey

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Think Orange

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Faith Santo Domingo Update

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Beecher

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Cedar Lake

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Dyer

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Hammond

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Highland

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Schererville

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Valparaiso

Content deadline is due the 7th of each month for the next issue. Submit to: kjustice@faithchurchonline.org

Whether you’ve been attending Faith Church for a long time or you are a first time visitor, THE PAPER 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:

1 | 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. Faith Kids (infants5th grade) is a safe place where kids can worship Jesus at their level. Don’t miss the opportunity to gather with others and worship each week. Invite a friend.

2 | 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 can 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.

3 | 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.

FAITH FAMILY H IG H L I G H T T H E I M I G FA M I LY

WHAT ARE YOUR NAMES? Jason, Rebecca, Josiah, Isaac & Rachel Imig

WHERE ARE YOU FROM? Beecher, IL

HOW DID YOU GET CONNECTED TO FAITH CHURCH? We became connected to the church through the MOPS group that was up and coming in our own town! We have enjoyed seeing God using Faith Church to reach the lost through its service to the community and its support of each other along life’s journeys.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT FAITH CHURCH? Things we love about Faith Church are the dynamic teachings and beautiful worship that radiate from the church (not to mention its location is close to home). We also like that Faith Church is ordinary regular people sharing a love for God in community and fellowship.

WHERE DO YOU SERVE AT FAITH CHURCH? Our family enjoys serving at Faith Church. Jason serves with the Technical Arts Group (TAG) and World Vision Marathon Training group. Rebecca serves in MOPS, Hospitality and Faith Kids, and Josiah serves with the Faith Kids Tech team. We all love that we get to serve on the same Sunday each month!! We Connect to others through serving.

ANYTHING ELSE YOU WANT TO SHARE? God has protected us and provided for us in bringing us to a local church with a wonderful children’s ministry that is helping guide us as we raise our family. The Pastoral staff is very accommodating in that Pastor Nathan, while recovering from surgery, came to our house to address any concerns we had prior to our attending a worship service. He is always quick to pray with us about anything on our minds. We love that the pastors are very easy to contact, to serve with, and are fun to be around.

NEW WEBSITE Imagine that you are chatting with your neighbor and they ask you about the current sermon series. Now think about being at work when your cubicle buddy tells you he is interested in getting connected with a mini church.

What do you do? You pull out your phone and direct them to the Faith Church website. What better way to reach people in our community and the world than by using our cell phones, tablets, and computers? If you have not seen it yet, go online to wearefaith.org. Much has been going on behind the scenes of Faith Church, and the REACH project made all of these changes and updates possible.

These updates are bigger than just being out with the old and in with the new. In order to restore the world one relationship at a time, we, as Christians, need to be constantly aware of how we are representing ourselves as we reflect Jesus. Nurturing relationships takes genuine engagement, and being easily accessible allows us to be available to the community. The simplicity and commu-

nal feel of our new website makes it easier and more convenient to navigate and find the information that you are looking for. Getting connected, learning where and how to serve, and taking those next steps have never been easier.

Thanks to the REACH project, Faith Church worked hard to position ourselves to be able to better connect with people, because the first place many go to is the website, not the buildings. Pastor Brian Dennert believes that the new brand and website, “better captures who we are and who we aspire to be. The buildings are not Faith Church, we are Faith Church.”

The job is not over yet. Be encouraged to go out and reach those who need a church home or those who need a kind word or a warm hug. Let us not take for granted the convenience and access the Internet has given us to accomplish this task. It’s as simple as pulling out your cell phone or typing a few letters in a search engine.

CHECK OUT OUR NEW SITE AT

WEAREFAITH.ORG

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ONE RELATIONSHIP AT A TIME BY: BEN KAMPMEIER

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his may sound strange, but as a pastor, I’m probably one of the least qualified people to write an article titled “One Relationship at a Time.” Anyone who works in Christian ministry as a vocation needs to be a highly relational person, but that’s the problem--I spend a lot of time relating to people, so much so, that at times I forget to have relationships.

It’s not a problem for just those who work on church staffs either. It’s cliche to say now, but it’s still true that in this day and age where human connectivity is virtually unlimited through a global social media, we “know” more people than ever before; but what we’ve gained in quantity of the relating we can do, we’ve lost in quality of the relationships we can have.

What’s the difference between relating to others and having relationships with others? I think the main difference is time. Not just time, but also discipline. To have relationships with others requires a choice, similar to the disciplined choice one has to make to get up for early morning exercise or to do homework.

This is why I love our new vision statement at Faith Church, to restore the world one relationship at a time. In that statement is disciplined choice: to really have relationships with others, we must choose to slow down and make time for the hard work of relationship. It’s not enough to “check-in” with a mass of people, ticking names off lists, like wishing a half-dozen people you hardly know “happy birthday” on Facebook every morning. No, we have to be disciplined to take time to have real relationships with others.

Jesus says in John 15:13, “greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.” One commentator says that we can know who Jesus’ friends are because they “are objects of his love.” This is the Gospel. We have experienced Jesus’ great love for us in his own choice of discipline to go to the Cross and die in our places so that we could be reconciled to God as His friends, to be in relationship with Him! Because of this, Jesus says just one verse earlier, “this is my commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you” (John 15:12). If we are going to have real relationships, we are to make others the objects of our love in the same manner as Jesus does for us. This means time, investment, and cost to our own personal lives.

So how can someone go about this practice? Try putting yourself in the position of disciplined choice. This may mean that everyone at the family dinner table puts away their phones and asks meaningful questions of each other (and that means actually making time for family dinner as well). Maybe instead of leaving right after worship at Faith Church, you might need to start lingering around after the service, even invite someone you often relate to out to lunch so you can build a relationship with them. At the Dyer campus you could join us for Wednesdays where you could come for dinner, join a small group and meet some new people to build relationships. Maybe it’s time to learn your daily Starbucks barista’s name and show up at a slow time to get to know their story. The possibilities are endless; it just requires the disciplined choice to make others the objects of our love.

WEDNESDAYS LIVING OUT THE GOSPEL THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS

STARTING SEPTEMBER 21 GROUPS & DINNER 5:45 | WORSHIP 7:00 | GROUPS 8:15 CHILDCARE PROVIDED FOR DINNER & WORSHIP (INFANT- 10 YRS) FAITH DYER

CHRISTIANS & POLITICS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 7-8 PM IN FAITHFUL GROUNDS

THURSDAY, SPEAKER: N O V. 2 6 KURT DYKSTRA HOSTED BY THE VINE BOOKSTORE & FAITHFUL GROUNDS - FAITH DYER

SIGN LANGUAGE CLASS THURSDAYS, SEP 1 - OCT 6 • Sign language class 3 - 6-7 pm • Beginners Sign language class - 7-8 pm • Faith Dyer - Room 141

Please RSVP online - www.reflectorsministry.org

BY: SHARON VREE

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ersonal Discipleship plays a key role in the process of restoring the world one relationship at a time.

The Journey is a 22-week course, designed to provide a safe place for a group of 7-10 people to slow down and be intentional on focusing on their relationship with Jesus – personal discipleship. It provides a place where God can meet us, teach us, shape us, bless us, and help us grow. Discipleship helps men and women to discover their unique passion, shape and gifting for ministry and service. Over the past twelve years nearly 250 people at Faith Church have experienced the benefits of growing together in this intentional process of discipleship. Many have been stretched beyond their expectations and are using their gifts and strengths more fully in serving God in a variety of ways that bless others.

The Journey requires a high level of commitment Participants are expected to attend a 2-hour weekly group discussion facilitated by a trained leader Preparation for each session requires 4 to 5 hours of reading course materials and meditating on scripture passages. In The Journey we focus on three primary discipleship questions.

The first is the question of “Who is God?” Our scripture meditation and discussion ground our knowledge of God in a biblical foundation. We continue growing in that knowledge while we wrestle with the second question, “Who am I?” We look at our personal story through the lens of God’s active work in our lives giving us a personal foundation for our knowledge of God and self. One tool that helps us look at who we are is the “Strengths Finder” assessment. Journey participants process this assessment in a half day workshop as well as in their individual Journey groups. The third question, “What does God desire to do through my life?” allows us to consider what our unique contribution is in the process of “restoring the world one relationship at a time.” As we look at our life experiences, our strengths and our passions, and discuss these things in a safe, life-giving community, we begin to discover the “good works that God has prepared beforehand that we should walk in them” (Eph. 2:10).

Alyssa heard about The Journey the first time she visited Faith Church. She shares this: “When I considered taking the Journey I was experiencing a stirring in my soul for a deeper walk with God. I sensed that God had more for me, and as a new church attender, I knew growing in community was missing in my life. The Journey offered an opportunity to grow alongside others--I was constantly challenged to live more authentically. It was amazing to experience a growing friendship with my loving Father while watching my new friends do the same. Seeing God work in the details of our lives was extremely faith building.

I came to understand that God has every detail of our past and present in His hands. He works it all out for the good of those who love Him. This gives me peace, comfort, and strength. Our lives are really an amazing adventure as we journey with Christ. We are precious sons and daughters, made in His image, and He has a very specific

purpose for our lives. I am so grateful for the Journey experience and the beautiful friendships I have made along the way. I am absolutely sure I want to continue with the next stage and continue thriving in my walk with God.” Nick has been a part of the Faith Church community for many years. This year he joined the Journey process as one who is, “considered part of the older generation.”

Nick says, “The Journey considered 3 questions. Who is God? Who am I? and What Does God desire to do through me? All three were the topics of our year together.” Even after being in the church his whole life, Nick stated, “I have grown in my walk, understanding more clearly all three of these questions. I would highly recommend the Journey to all who want to get a grip on God’s objectives for their life.” Nick gave our group great insight sharing with us ways that God lead him to disciple his children and grandchildren. Discipleship is a process of life-long learning. It was a pleasure to learn alongside one who has walked faithfully with God and who continues to grow.

Ronnie, one of our younger participants, was in a group of men and women of varying ages. He commented on how The Journey helped his spiritual growth. “Before I took the journey I would say my faith didn’t have the strongest foundation. There was a good brick frame, but there were pockets of sand here and there throughout the future. After taking the journey, my facilitators (Art and Ann) really challenged me and helped me look back on my journey. This helped me grow not only as a leader but also as a follower of Christ. Looking forward to taking Year 2!” Ronnie said, “My biggest takeaway was sharing my story with the group. Looking back from where I was before I really started following God to where he has bought me now, I was amazed at how God was present when I didn’t realize it. I felt like after doing this exercise it began to break down some barriers with the group.”

If you long to grow deeper in your relationship with Jesus, if you hunger for safe and life-giving community, if you want to grow into your calling, restoring the world one relationship at a time, consider The Journey. Journey groups begin at each Faith Church campus in September.

Join the hundreds of people from Faith Church who have come to understand God (and themselves) in a new way through The Journey.

To join a Journey group, fill out the Application online, or contact Sharon Vree at svree@wearefaith.org.

Course cost of $270.00 can be paid in full online or in three payments of $90.00 (at The Vine) as materials become available.

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hat does that really mean anyway?

Think orange. Let’s unpack it together.

Simply put, it’s our church and our homes working together to do everything we can do to have Jesus be the center of everything we do. We want kids and students to love Jesus as He loves them and to glorify God in their lives. We want parents to continue growing in faith modeling what it looks like to love Jesus back through the good and bad times. We believe working together in community is better than working alone. We will get to the color Orange in a bit, but that’s the bottom line--church and families working together to love Jesus back.

THINK ORANGE By: Phil Krygsheld

We can’t do everything just right in ministry, but we can have a strategy. We can’t do everything correctly in our homes either, but if you are like me, you will take all the good help you can get. No church is perfect. No home is perfect. Churches and parents can feel like they are doing everything right and still end up with unwanted results. Honestly, children and young people can feel the same way while enduring the consequences of the choices that parents make too. We must do everything we can do, but then we have to trust that God has a better plan than we do. That is really hard for those of us with control issues. In fact, this trust issue makes life unpredictable and uneasy at times. Welcome to raising a family!

We want everyone at Faith Church to know our strategy. This is where the color orange comes into the plan. For those of you challenged like myself in the artistic world, yellow and red mixed together make the color orange. Faith Church represents the color yellow and our homes the color red. The church is yellow to signify the light of Jesus Christ. Everyone who walks into any one of our campuses should see people praising His name and giving Him all the glory. Our homes need to be that place where the love of God is expressed in everyday life. The color red represents that love. So here’s the formula: Yellow = Faith Church shining the light of Jesus Christ Red = Families expressing God’s love in everyday life Restoring the world one relationship at a time often needs to start in our own homes. That’s ok. We are all broken and need Jesus. As long as we have the courage to ask forgiveness, the Lord will change us.

In the book of Philippians we are reminded that He who began a good work in us will carry it out until completion. In other words, God never gives up on us or our loved ones!

We look forward to serving your family at Faith Church. Together we can restore the world one relationship at a time. Think orange!

FULL FAITH KIDS RESUMES SEPTEMBER 10/11 (for infants through 5th grade)

*Check your campus specific page for service time availability

KICK OFF DATES: Beecher

Dyer

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Middle School (6-8th grade) - Fri, Sep 9, 6-8 pm

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Middle School (6-8th grade) - Wed, Aug 24, 6:30 pm

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High School (9-12th grade Sun, Sep 5, 5-7

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High School (9-12th grade) Sun, Aug 21, 6:30-8 pm

Cedar Lake

Schererville

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Middle (6-8th grade) & High School (9-12th grade) - Wed, Aug 31, 6-8 pm

Student Mini Church Wednesdays, 6:30-8 pm

UPCOMING EVENTS Back to School Cookout

Back to Serving Bash

SpringHill Winter Retreat

For: Middle School August 17, 6:30-8:15 pm *Parents HIGHLY encouraged to attend. This is for parents more than students.*

For: All Faith Kids’ & Students’ Volunteers from all campuses (current & those interested!)

When: Mon, Aug 29 at 6:30pm Where: Dyer campus, Atrium & Worship Center

For: Middle & High School Dates: February 3-5, 2017 Early Bird Registration opens 8-17-16 Cost: $200

Questions? Contact Phil at pkrygsheld@WeAreFaith.org

FAITH SANTO DOMINGO UPDATE

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here is great excitement generated by the arrival of new people to our fellowship. We have four small groups growing strong and fully engaged. Approximately 25 new believers are showing up to these gatherings. New believers are bringing their friends and family members to the small groups and to the church. Our goal is to baptize 12 or more new believers by mid-September 2016. Baptism classes will start in July.

Faith Church Santo Domingo just completed a cycle of Saturday children’s programming at a local public school, and we are serving and ministering to more than 45 kids. Approximately 10 families have visited us as a result of this new work and we continue to follow up with them. We will resume our Saturday programming (teaching English, dance and drawing) this fall.

Early this fall, we will initiate an aggressive discipleship program designed to better equip future leaders who will in turn start and lead their own small group.

They will be intentional about recruiting new disciples from their respective groups so that they may also go through the School of Discipleship. In the power of the Spirit we will spearhead this new discipleship program starting with 10 believers, and they will graduate and be ready to lead a small group by January 2017. Our dream with all of this preparation is to better position us to have a more robust launch this fall, to help with strengthening our numbers, and to equip a pastoral care team that will better attend to the needs of our existing disciples and new believers that the Lord of the harvest continues to bring out to us.

So, continue to pray fervently for us as we continue to pursue our mission: “reaching the disconnected, and growing the connected!” Also pray for the opening of the School of Discipleship this fall, for the launching of six strong small groups by January 2017, and for the Lord to provide a new meeting place at a centrally-located plaza as we prepare for a “Hard Launch” this fall.

We thank God for Faith Church’s generosity, Kingdom-mindedness and partnership in the gospel!

BEECHER WORSHIP 201 E. Church Road Beecher, IL 60401 FaithChurchBeecher Service Times: Sun, 9 & 11 am *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant-completed Kindergarten) Sun, 9 & 11 am The Vine bookstore is open after all weekend services.

Want to serve? Want to be connected? Have prayer needs?

Need more information about Faith-Beecher or any classes/events?

Complete the tear-off portion of the weekend program and submit it to the Welcome & Hospitality Center.

CONNECT ● WOMEN Women’s Bible Study Wednesdays, 7pm Contact Barb at bennbarb2@gmail.com or Heather at khohm98@gmail.com Resumes Sep 14 Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month MOPs- Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten) Thursdays, 9-11am Contact Megan mopsbchr@WeAreFaith.org Begins Sep 15 Meets twice monthly MITM- Moms in the Middle (Moms of School Age Children) Fridays, 9-11am Contact Katie or Rachel at mitmbchr@WeAreFaith.org Begins Sep 16 Meets twice monthly

Stitchin’ Sisters Tuesdays, 9:30am Contact Marietta Koster at 708.258.6450 Resumes Sep 6 Meets 1st Tuesday of each month ● MEN Men’s Bible Study (Plug/Hofstra) Thursdays, 7pm Contact John at jcplug@juno.com Resumes Oct 6 Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month Upcoming Group Event: Overnight trip in August See The Ark, the latest addition to the Creation Museum Contact Bob at 708.257.7772 Outdoorsmen for Christ Mini-Church Sundays, 5pm – Meet at Church Contact John at jcplug@juno.com or Jeff at bro_ jeff@hotmail.com Next meetings are Aug 7 & Sep 11 Typically meets 1st Sunday evening of each month • ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@WeAreFaith.org Reach, Grow and Connect Reaching out to join a Mini Church is a great way to connect with others.

Connecting with others while growing in your walk with Jesus is God’s plan.

Start your community journey by simply visiting the Faith Church website at WeAreFaith.org/connect/adults/ small-groups/.

Preparing for Marriage Wednesdays, 7pm-Faith Dyer Contact Gina at marriages@WeAreFaith.org Are you getting married or thinking about getting married? Whether you are getting married through Faith or not we would love to have you join us for the next Preparing for Marriage Class Wednesday evenings at the Faith Dyer campus. Register at WeAreFaith.org.

● STUDENTS Faith Beecher Students (6th-12th grade) Fridays, 6-8:30pm Contact Heidi at hmccraw@WeAreFaith.org Watch weekend program for dates/details ● CARE Faith Family Market Thursdays, 6-7 pm (No appointment needed) Contact Stephanie at StephWiater@gmail.com Open 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month Overcomers Mondays, 7-8 pm Meets at the Dyer Campus Contact Andy at anearpass@WeAreFaith.org This group is for patients and caregivers of patients facing life-altering illnesses.

Meets the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month Fresh Hope Wednesdays, 7-8:30 pm Meets at the Highland Campus Fresh Hope is our Mental Health Support Group. This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends). For more information, visit WeAreFaith.org/connect/care-support/ mental-health/ or email freshhope@WeAreFaith.org ● CLASSES & EVENTS Discover Faith | Partner with Faith Contact Leanne at lmast@WeAreFaith.org Both classes below are required f or membership. Discover Faith is a prerequisite for Partner with Faith.

Discover Faith (Class #1 - Inquirer’s Class) Wednesday, Sep 21, 7-9:30pm Partner with Faith (Class #2 – Membership Class) Wednesday, Oct 5, 7-9:30pm

CEDAR LAKE WORSHIP 6729 W. 133rd Ave Cedar Lake, IN 46303 FaithChurchCedarLake Service Times: Sun, 9 & 11 am *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant-completed Kindergarten) Sun, 9 & 11 am Reflectors Worship (Disability Ministry) Sun, 11 am

Connecting with others while growing in your walk with Jesus is God’s plan.

Start your community journey by simply visiting the Faith Church website at WeAreFaith.org/connect/adults/ small-groups/.

Preparing for Marriage Wednesdays, 7pm-Faith Dyer Contact Gina at marriages@WeAreFaith.org Are you getting married or thinking about getting married? Whether you are getting married through Faith or not we would love to have you join us for the next Preparing for Marriage Class Wednesday evenings at the Faith Dyer campus. Register at WeAreFaith.org. ● STUDENTS

CONNECT

Faith Cedar Lake Students Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm Contact Jason at jasons@WeAreFaith.org

● WOMEN

NEW THIS YEAR!

NEW! Bible/Book Study Group – Tuesdays, 7-9pm Contact Karla at kweemhoff@WeAreFaith.org Starts September 13 Info on study topic coming soon!

Meets 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month

Middle School (6th-8th grade) Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesdays

● MEN

Faithchurchstudents.com Facebook.com/studentsCL Instagram: @FaithStudentsCL For text updates, send the message @fclyouth to 81010

Bible Study Saturdays, 6:30-8:30 am Contact Greg at gpekny@att.net Meets weekly Bible/Book Study Wednesdays, 6:30pm Contact Matt at mdlenting@sbcglobal.net Begins this fall Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month ● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@WeAreFaith.org Reach, Grow and ConnectReaching out to join a Mini Church is a great way to connect with others.

rhuisman@WeAreFaith.org 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. Kids Worship 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 blessed by this ministry or if you have an interest in serving in this capacity.

Overcomers Mondays, 7-8 pm Meets at the Dyer Campus Contact Andy at anearpass@WeAreFaith.org This group is for patients and caregivers of patients facing life-altering illnesses.

Meets the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month

High School (9th-12th grade) Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesdays

Fresh Hope Wednesdays, 7-8:30 pm Meets at the Highland Campus Fresh Hope is our Mental Health Support Group. This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends). For more information, visit WeAreFaith.org/connect/care-support/ mental-health/ or email freshhope@WeAreFaith.org

Stay connected with us & our summer activities via:

● CLASSES & EVENTS

● CARE Faith Family Market Mondays, 10 am-noon (closed the 5th Monday) Contact Beckie at bhayes@WeAreFaith.org If you’re looking for a great place to serve the community and you’re available on Monday mornings, the Family Market team is a great place to start. We are looking for some extra hands to love the community.

Reflectors Ministry Sundays, 11 am Contact Ronda at

Discover Faith | Partner with Faith Contact Sue at scrince@WeAreFaith.org Are you interested in learning more about Faith or becoming a member?

Sign up at WeAreFaith.org for one or both of the classes below. Note: Both classes are required for membership.

Discover Faith is a prerequisite for Partner with Faith.

Discover Faith (Class #1 - Inquirer’s Class) Tuesday, Sept 20, 6:30pm Partner with Faith (Class #2 – Membership Class) Tuesday, Oct 4, 6:30pm

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with any questions.

Additional Opportunities

· Technical Arts or Worship Team: Jason at jasons@WeAreFaith.org

GIVE ‘EM A BREAK! Our Faith Kids volunteers serve diligently in our Kid’s Ministry all year.

Please help support Faith Kids by doing a one-time serve during the summer months to allow our “regulars” a much deserved break so they can return refreshed this fall. Please contact Ronda at rhuisman@WeAreFaith.org if you can help!

There are many ways to get involved at Faith Cedar Lake! Contact the following ministry leaders for more information or if you’d like to serve on one of these teams!

· Faith Family Market: Beckie at bhayes@WeAreFaith.org

Free Lunch A free lunch is served in the Lower Level Community Center on the last Saturday of each month. If your minichurch or group of friends is interested in helping, contact Dawn Wester at dwester6720@comcast.net.

· Faith Students (6th – 12th grade): Jason at jasons@WeAreFaith.org

Bless Our Community Get ready to impact the Cedar Lake community for Christ! Men of Faith is looking for MEN AND WOMEN to help meet the needs and serve those in our community. Can you help with small repair work, painting, deep cleaning, etc.? Meet on the last Saturday of each month from 8:30am – noon.

Contact Greg at gpekny@att.net

· Frontline team (includes greeters, welcome center, golf cart, coffee service & The Vine): Karla at kweemhoff@WeAreFaith.org

· Summer Faith Kids / Full Faith Kids (infant-completed Kdg / infant-5th grade): Ronda at rhuisman@WeAreFaith.org

· Mom’s Nation (MOPs/Moms in the Middle): Christie at cpostma@WeAreFaith.org

· Prayer Team: Jerry at jerrylast@ameritech.net

MomsNation is dedicated to supporting, encouraging, and equipping moms at all stages.

Motherhood is a journey full of joys and challenges. No matter where you are on your journey, Faith Church has a group to suit your needs.

Group meetings kick-off in September!

Visit our website for group descriptions, times, & locations momsnation.org

· Security: Nick at nickham2264@gmail.com

· Card Ministry: Marcy at tmmjurek@aol.com

· Saturday Lunch: Dawn at dwester6720@comcast.net

· Landscape Team: Sue at scrince@WeAreFaith.org

DYER WORSHIP 100 81st Avenue | Dyer, IN 46311 FaithChurchDyer

We knit & crochet for those in need.

All are welcome Meets the 2nd Thursday each month MomsNation

Service Times Sat, 6 pm & Sun, 9 & 11 am

Groups kick off in September Visit momsnation.org for exact dates for each group.

*Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@WeAreFaith.org

MOPs- Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten)

Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant-completed Kindergarten) Sat, 6 pm & Sun, 9 & 11 am Reflectors Worship (Disability Ministry) Sun, 11 am The Vine bookstore and Faithful Grounds Coffee Shop are open before and after all weekend services.

CONNECT ● WOMEN Women’s Bible Study: You Are Forgiven Mondays, 9:15 am - Rm 145 Begins September 12 Contact Tori at torismits@gmail.com Study material provided Meets weekly Card Connection Thursday, 6:30 pm - Rm 141 Resumes September 22 Contact Jeri darchsmom@gmail.com Meets the last Thursday of the month to make cards for the Faith Church family.

Courageous Love Monday, 7 pm - Garage Prayer Rm Resumes September 19 Contact Karyn at kjustice@WeAreFaith.org This confidential ministry provides love, encouragement, support and hope to moms of LGBT children.

Meets the 3rd Monday each month Faith Stitchers Thursday, 1-4 pm - Room 140/141 Resumes September 8 Contact Carol at 708.367.0283

Thursday Morning MOPs 9-11:15 am - Atrium Contact Julie or Sarah at mopsdyeram@WeAreFaith.org Meets twice per month Friday Morning MOPs 9-11:15 am - Atrium Contact Julie or Sarah at mopsdyeram@WeAreFaith.org Meets twice per month Thursday Evening MOPs 6:30-8:30 pm - Garage Contact Amy at eveningmops@WeAreFaith.org Meets twice per month Moms in the Middle (MITM) (Moms with 1st-12th graders) Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 am - Room 144/145 Contact Christy at mitmdyer@WeAreFaith.org Meets twice per month Moms of Empty Nests (Moms with late high school to adult children) Monday, 6:30-8:30 pm - Room 144/145 Contact Debbie or Cindy at emptynests@WeAreFaith.org Meets once a month ● 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.

Men’s Bible Study Saturdays, 6:30 am - The Garage Contact Dante at menoffaith@WeAreFaith.org Meets 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturday

● Adults (Men & Women) Choir Contact Jen at jwilson@WeAreFaith.org Meet in Room 142/143 Resumes in September Young Adults (18-30 something) Contact Ben at benk@WeAreFaith.org We love being in community! Keep up with everything we are doing together: facebook.com/ faithchurchyoungadults Interested in being connected in a mini-church for 18-30 somethings?

Contact Ben at email above.

Faith Singles Thursdays, 7-9 pm - Room 146 Contact Sandy Reitsma faithsingles@WeAreFaith.org Meets weekly Preparing for Marriage Wednesdays, 7pm-Faith Dyer Contact Gina at marriages@WeAreFaith.org Are you getting married or thinking about getting married? Whether you are getting married through Faith or not we would love to have you join us for the next Preparing for Marriage Class Wednesday evenings at the Faith Dyer campus. Register at WeAreFaith.org.

Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@WeAreFaith.org Reach, Grow and ConnectReaching out to join a Mini Church is a great way to connect with others.

Connecting with others while growing in your walk with Jesus is God’s plan.

Start your community journey by simply visiting the Faith Church website at WeAreFaith.org/connect/adults/ small-groups/. ●STUDENTS Faith Students: Middle School (6th-8th grade)

Wednesdays, 6:30 pm - The Garage Resumes August 24 Contact John at jbenson@WeAreFaith.org Meets weekly High School (9th-12th grade) Sundays, 6-8:30 pm - The Garage Resumes August 21 Contact Tory at tpaino@WeAreFaith.org Meets weekly NO MEETING on Labor Day weekend ● CARE Our Hope Tuesdays, 7-9 pm - Prayer Room Contact Jeri at jeri.darchuck@tecmungo.com Grief support group for women Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday Celebrate Recovery Tuesdays, 7-9 pm - The Garage Contact Jim at celebraterecovery@WeAreFaith.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 from life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits.

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

Divorce Care Tuesdays, 7 pm - Clubhouse Room Resumes September 13 Contact Charlie at 219.374.6041 Meets weekly Faith Family Market Sundays, 8:45 am-12 noon Room 128 Contact Kelly at kellym0503700@aol.com The Market provides assistance to those who have grocery needs.

Please shop & receive care before the 11 am service; you may stop and pick up your groceries after the service. Market closes at noon.

Open the 2nd & 4th Sunday Reflectors Sundays, 11 am-12 noon Rooms 140-147 There are multiple classrooms that func-

tion similar to a special education classroom but also promote inclusive activities. Volunteers are trained and have had a background check. Typical elements include: modified Bible lessons, crafts, games, singing, and other interactive activities.

Contact Vinnie at vadams@WeAreFaith.org Orange Room (Rm 143)Children, ages 3-12 Mini-Church (Rm 145) Adults, ages 18 and up Rooms with 1-to-1 volunteer-to-participant ratio: Gold Room (Rm 140/141) Children, ages 3-12 Green Room (Rm 146/147) Teens, ages 13-18 Blue Room (Rm 144) Adults, ages 18 and up Quiet /Sensory Room (Rm 142)All ages Reflectors Respite Program Saturday, Aug 13, 9 am - 12 noon This is a 3-hour program of fun activities for individuals with special needs of all ages (and their siblings). RSVP online at reflectorsministry.org Reflectors “Servanteer” Workshop Saturday, Aug 20, 8:30-11 am - Dyer This is a workshop for all Reflectors volunteers from all campuses. There will be large group sessions in the atrium and breakouts in classrooms.

Please sign-up online at reflectorsministry.org Reflectors “Western Night” Friday, Aug 26, 6:30-8:30 pm - Dyer For our 3rd teen & adult social night of the year, we will be having a Western night with a pig roast, petting zoo, hayride, line dancing, and lots more! To participate (and/or attend), please sign-up online at reflectorsministry.org or call Luanne at (219) 864-0300 ext.187.

Fresh Hope Wednesdays, 7-8:30 pm Meets at the Highland Campus Fresh Hope is our Mental Health Support Group. This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends). For more information, visit WeAreFaith.org/connect/care-support/mental-health/ or email freshhope@WeAreFaith.org

Overcomers Mondays, 7-8 pm Rooms 144/145 Contact Andy at anearpass@WeAreFaith.org This group is for patients and caregivers of patients facing life-altering illnesses.

Meets the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month ●HEALTH & WELLNESS 12.1 Running Club Saturdays, 7 am Erie Lackawanna Trail, Highland, IN On Kennedy, under Ridge Road Contact Louie & Mary Cioe cioe@sbcglobal.net Meets Weekly Pass It On Hockey Sundays, 6:50 am at Resumes September 25 Homewood-Flossmoor Ice Arena Contact Carl at hockey@WeAreFaith.org Men of all ages welcome.

Meets weekly ● CLASSES & EVENTS Discover Faith | Partner with Faith Contact Bonnie at bwitvoet@WeAreFaith.org Both classes are required for membership. The following classes will be held at Faith Dyer in the coming months: Discover Faith (Class #1 - Inquirer’s class) Thursday, Sep 22, 6:30 pm - West Atrium Partner with Faith (Class#2 - Membership class) Will be offered in October

SERVE Musicians wanted!

Are you an instrumentalist or vocalist interested in serving? We would love to get to know you! At the moment, we are especially looking for string players - those who play violin, viola, cello, and bass - but all are welcome. For more information, please contact Tammy in the Worship Office at tlautenbach@ WeAreFaith.org.

ShoutOut Volunteer Sign Ups! We’re gearing up for a new season of leading worship in Faith Kids. If you or your child is interested in joining our team this year, contact Jackie Denton at jdenton@WeAreFaith.org. Minimum age requirement is 4th grade.

Sign up by Wed, Aug 31!

HAMMOND WORSHIP Hammond Arts Center (HAC) 5832 Hohman Avenue Hammond, IN 46320 FaithChurchHammond Service Time: Sunday, 9 & 11 am *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant-completed Kindergarten) Sun, 11 am

CONNECT ● WOMEN Faith Stitchers Thursdays, 1:00-3:30pm Contact Ginni at ginnit@hotmail.com Faith Stitchers gathers to crochet & knit baby and toddler blankets for a local woman’s shelter. We provide hats and scarves for the people of Hammond. We are making new friends as we pray and stitch together.

Meets the 4th Thursday year round ● MEN Bible Study Saturdays, 7-8:30 am Contact Bob at rjeenigenburg@gmail.com Meets the 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sat ● ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@WeAreFaith.org Reach, Grow and Connect Reaching out to join a Mini Church is a great way to connect with others.

Connecting with others while growing in your walk with Jesus is God’s plan. Start your community journey by simply visiting the Faith Church website at WeAreFaith.org/connect/adults/ small-groups/.

Preparing for Marriage Wednesdays, 7pm-Faith Dyer Contact Gina at marriages@WeAreFaith.org Are you getting married or thinking about getting married? Whether you are getting married through Faith or not we would love to have you join us for the next Preparing for Marriage Class Wednesday evenings at the Faith Dyer campus. Register at WeAreFaith.org. ● CARE Prayer Ministry Sundays, before & after service Contact Bob at rjeenigenburg@gmail.com Do you have needs, concerns, worries or praises? Stop in the Prayer Room for prayer and support.

Faith Family Market Sundays, following both services Contact Lisa or Bob at blhberr@att.net The Market provides assistance to Faith members and regular attenders in need of groceries and basic necessities.

Open 1st & 3rd Sunday Celebrate Recovery Fridays, 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 from life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits.

Meets weekly Fresh Hope Wednesdays, 7-8:30 pm Meets at the Highland Campus Fresh Hope is our Mental Health Support Group. This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends). For more information, visit WeAreFaith.org/connect/care-support/mental-health/ or email freshhope@WeAreFaith.org

Overcomers Mondays, 7-8 pm Meets at the Dyer Campus Contact Andy at anearpass@WeAreFaith.org This group is for patients and caregivers of patients facing life-altering illnesses.

Meets the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month

● CLASSES & EVENTS Annual Back to School Jam Saturday, Aug 6, 11am-2pm Harrison Park Free community event with live music, kids’ games, crafts, food & more! We will also distribute backpacks* filled with school supplies. *Parents and children must both be present, while supplies last.

Service & Grill in the Park Sunday, Aug 21, 11am Harrison Park Fun, outdoor worship experience followed by grilling & picnic Note: There will be no 9am service this Sunday.

Community Art Classes Beginning in September For class information and registration, go to hammondartscenter.org

SERVE Faith Kids Contact Bethany at bethanys@WeAreFaith.org Join us - Think Orange (don’t miss the article in this edition)! Be part of the church (yellow) shining the light of Jesus on kids and families at our campus each weekend! More information at faithchurchkids.org.

HIGHLAND WORSHIP 8910 Grace Street | Highland, IN 46322 FaithChurchHighland Service Times Sunday, 9 & 11 am | 5 pm * Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@WeAreFaith.org Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant-completed Kindergarten) Sun, 9 & 11 am

CONNECT ● WOMEN Women’s Bible Study Thursdays, 9:30 am--Great Room Contact Judy Nearpass at jnearpass80@gmail.com Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday MOPs- Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten) Tuesdays, 9-11:30 am – Great Room Contact Larissa at 219-314-8704/ mopshigh@WeAreFaith.org MOPS is a group where moms of infants to kindergartners come to connect and grow with other moms in the same stage.

Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday ● ADULTS (Men & Women) Preparing for Marriage Wednesdays, 7pm-Faith Dyer Contact Gina at marriages@WeAreFaith.org Are you getting married or thinking about getting married? Whether you are getting married through Faith or not we would love to have you join us for the next Preparing for Marriage Class Wednesday evenings at the Faith Dyer campus. Register at WeAreFaith.org.

Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@WeAreFaith.org Reach, Grow and Connect Reaching out to join a Mini Church is

a great way to connect with others.

Connecting with others while growing in your walk with Jesus is God’s plan.

Start your community journey by simply visiting the Faith Church website at WeAreFaith.org/connect/adults/ small-groups/.

Highland Mini Church Sundays, 5 pm - Room 104 Contact Rich Krooswyk at rich@krooswyk.com Follow-up discussion on the topic of the morning message.

Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday Morgan Mini Church (40 Somethings with Kids) Mondays, Early Evening Contact Bill Morgan at clearwatergang@hotmail.com Wydra Mini Church (Married Couples in their 20’s and 30’s) Thursdays, 7:30-9pm Contact J.R. Wydra at joseph.wydra@gmail.com Meets every other week

● CLASSES & EVENTS Discover Faith | Partner with Faith Contact Lori at lhofstra@WeAreFaith.org Both classes are required for membership. The following classes will be held at Faith Highland in the coming months: Discover Faith (Class #1 - Inquirer’s class) Thursday, Sep 22, 6:30-9pm Partner with Faith (Class#2 - Membership class) Thursday, Oct 6, 6:30-9pm ● CARE Friendship Tuesdays, 7 pm – Great Room Contact Vinnie at vadams@WeAreFaith.org or 219.864.0300 x197 Friendship Ministry is a place where adults with special needs can gather to learn from God’s Word, sing songs, play games, eat snacks, and enjoy a great time of fellowship. All are invited

to come join the community!

Resumes this fall.

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.

OA-Overeaters Anonymous Fridays, 10-11 am - Room 101 Contact Barb Russo at 219.742.3397 Steps and Traditions study style with guest speakers every week.

Meets weekly Fresh Hope Wednesdays, 7 pm This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends). For more information, visit WeAreFaith.org/connect/care-support/ mental-health/ or email freshhope@WeAreFaith.org Overcomers Mondays, 7-8 pm Meets at the Dyer Campus Contact Andy at anearpass@WeAreFaith.org This group is for patients and caregivers of patients facing life-altering illnesses.

Meets the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month ● HEALTH & WELLNESS Faith & Fitness Class Mon, Wed & Fri, 9-10 am Meets in the Great Room Contact Karen at 219.616.0187 Weight training for 50+. Bring your own weights. $3 per session Aerobic Class Mon, Wed & Fri, 10:15-11am Meet in the Great Room Contact Karen at 219.616.0187

SCHERERVILLE WORSHIP The Gym at Campagna Academy 7403 Cline Avenue Schererville, IN 46375 FaithChurchSchererville Service Times Sunday, 9 & 11 am * Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant-completed Kindergarten) Sun, 9 & 11 am Chapel open every Wednesday for prayer from 6-7 pm.

Join us in the Community Cafe after each service for coffee and refreshments.

CONNECT ● WOMEN Women’s Breakfast Saturday, Aug 13, 8- 9:30 am The Pancake Club (2257 U.S. 41 in Schererville) Calling all Faith-Schererville Women!

Join us for breakfast. Cost is $10 per person, including a $2 tip.

Register at the Welcome Center. ● ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Michael at michaelwiencek@gmail.com Are you interested in connecting deeply in 2016 at Faith Schererville?

Contact Michael to check out a Mini Church.

Preparing for Marriage Wednesdays, 7pm-Faith Dyer Contact Gina at marriages@WeAreFaith.org Are you getting married or thinking about getting married? Whether you are getting married through Faith or not we would love to have you join us

for the next Preparing for Marriage Class Wednesday evenings at the Faith Dyer campus. Register at WeAreFaith.org. ● STUDENTS Student Mini Church Wednesdays, 6:30-8 pm Campagna Gym Contact Michael at michaelwiencek@gmail.com A place for middle and high school students looking for community and a place to connect.

Meets weekly ● CARE Prayer Nights Wednesdays, 6-7pm Campagna Chapel Please join us to lift us prayer requests.

Meet weekly Prayer Ministry Contact Jan Krediet at loveart234@att.net Meets before and after each Sunday service in the Prayer Room located in the Worship Center.

Celebrate Recovery Tuesdays, 7 pm Meets in the Garage at Faith Dyer Fridays, 7 pm Meets at the Hammond Arts Center (5832 Hohman, Hammond, IN 46324) Meets weekly Fresh Hope Wednesdays, 7-8:30 pm Meets at the Highland Campus Fresh Hope is our Mental Health Support Group. This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends). For more information, visit WeAreFaith.org/connect/care-support/mental-health/ or email freshhope@WeAreFaith.org Overcomers Mondays, 7-8 pm Meets at the Dyer Campus Contact Andy at anearpass@WeAreFaith.org This group is for patients and caregivers of patients facing life-altering

illnesses.

Meets the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month ● CLASSES & EVENTS Outdoor Worship Service Sunday, Aug 2, 10 am Peter G. Redar Park (217 Gregory Street, Schererville) Join us for hot dogs, roasted corn, chips and water after the service. In inclement weather, the worship service will be held at Faith Schererville.

Free Garage Sale Saturday, Oct 1 Donations and volunteers needed!

More information will follow.

Discover Faith | Partner with Faith Contact Elizabeth at eclarke@WeAreFaith.org Both classes are required for membership. The following classes will be held at Faith Schererville in the coming months: Discover Faith (Class #1 - Inquirer’s class) Wednesday, Sep 21, 6:30-9 pm Partner with Faith (Class #2 - Membership class) Wednesday, Oct 5, 6:30-9 pm

SERVE Technical Arts & Worship Team Looking for a place to serve?

We need YOU to help set up the gym at 4 pm on Saturdays. Give an hour of your time, serving once a month, on a Saturday night.

We also need help tearing down after the 11 am service. This is a great way to make a difference!

Our Worship team is looking for instrumentalists and vocalists.

To connect, contact Luis Garcia at lgarcia@WeAreFaith.org Faith Kids Contact Selena at srich@WeAreFaith.org Join us - Think Orange (don’t miss the article in this edition)! Be part of the church (yellow) shining the light of Jesus on kids and families at our campus each weekend! More information at faithchurchkids.org.

VALPARAISO WORSHIP 1155 S. Sturdy Road Valparaiso, IN 46383 FaithChurchValpo Pre-Worship Prayer Huddle Everyone is invited to join us in the Prayer Room on Sundays at 9:30am to lift up our worship service, leaders, campus & region.

Service Time: Sunday, 10 am *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant-completed Kindergarten) Sun, 10 am The Vine bookstore and Community Café are open before (9:30-10 am) and after the worship service.

Reach, Grow and ConnectReaching out to join a Mini Church is a great way to connect with others.

Connecting with others while growing in your walk with Jesus is God’s plan.

Start your community journey by simply visiting the Faith Church website at WeAreFaith.org/connect/adults/ small-groups/.

Preparing for Marriage Wednesdays, 7pm-Faith Dyer Contact Gina at marriages@WeAreFaith.org Are you getting married or thinking about getting married? Whether you are getting married through Faith or not we would love to have you join us for the next Preparing for Marriage Class Wednesday evenings at the Faith Dyer campus. Register at WeAreFaith.org. ● STUDENTS

CONNECT

Contact Eric at jabaay3901@comcast.net Watch the weekend program for upcoming events and scheduled meetings.

● WOMEN

● CARE

Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays, 7 pm Contact Jana at janajo8654@sbcglobal.net Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday

Reflectors Ministry Sundays, 10 am Contact Brent at alpsjack1@gmail.com Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday

Valpo Moms (Moms with kids of all ages) Wednesdays, morning Contact Kim or Amelia kimbers104@aol.com or Amelia at valpomops@WeAreFaith.org Watch the weekend program for start date & time.

Meets twice a month

Friendship Groups Thursdays, 6:30-8pm Contact Brent at alpsjack@gmail.com Will resume meeting in Sep. Watch weekend program for date and details.

Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday

● MEN Men of Faith Saturdays, 7 am Upstairs Adult Classroom Contact Bob at bob4gvn@gmail.com Meets weekly ● Adults (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@WeAreFaith.org

Fresh Hope Wednesdays, 7 pm Highland Campus This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends). For more information, visit WeAreFaith.org/connect/ care-support/mental-health/ or email freshhope@WeAreFaith.org

Overcomers Mondays, 7-8 pm Meets at the Dyer Campus Contact Andy at anearpass@WeAreFaith.org This group is for patients and caregivers of patients facing life-altering illnesses.

Meets the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month ● CLASSES & EVENTS First Sunday Lunch – Downstairs, following the worship service. Join us on the following first Sundays each month: August 7 September 4 October 2 Discover Faith | Partner with Faith Contact Leanne at lmast@WeAreFaith.org Both classes below are required for membership. Discover Faith is a prerequisite for Partner with Faith.

Discover Faith (Class #1 - Inquirer’s class) Thursday, Sep 22, 6:30-9pm Partner with Faith (Class #2 - membership class) Thursday, Oct 6, 6:30-9pm

SERVE Faith Kids Contact Jaime at jthompson@WeAreFaith.org or Ami at aatchison@WeAreFaith.org.

Join us - Think Orange (don’t miss the article in this edition)! Be part of the church (yellow) shining the light of Jesus on kids and families at our campus each weekend! More information at faithchurchkids.org.

Other serving teams looking for additional help include: Technical Arts Frontline Prayer Team The Vine bookstore If interested in serving in any of these areas, go to the Welcome Center for more information or contact Pastor Brad at bhaitsma@WeAreFaith.org.

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