The Paper August, Issue 7 Vol. 2

THE PAPER

ISSUE 7 | VOL. 2 |AUGUST 2015

CONTENTS 4 Faith Church - Santo Domingo, DR 8 Cedar Lake Groundbreaking 10 Who Are Sam & Sue Zarate?

12 Serving

15 Beecher 16 Cedar Lake 18 Dyer 20 Hammond 21 Highland 22 Schererville 23 Valparaiso

Content deadline is the first Monday of the month for the next issue. Submit to: kjustice@faithchurchonline.org

THE BIG 3 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:

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 (infant-5th 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.

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.

FAITH CHURCH SANTO DOMINGO AN INTERVIEW WITH DAVID & YLVA MOJICA

When you live in the Midwest, summer becomes like a three-month vacation for your senses. The smell of grilled barbeque ribs hovering in the air while you cut your lawn. The sound of motorcycles ripping down the street. The feel of Deep Woods Off bug spray coating your skin. A swig of fresh, homemade lemonade running down your pipes. But then one day, you walk into Target to buy some soothing Aloe Vera Gel and—BOOM! Suddenly all the signs point to the back-to-school section for a mega sale on #2 pencils.

This is when you remember something you heard at church last Sunday. Something about Faith Church launching an international campus in that warm, sunny country…where was that again? Oh, right! The Dominican Republic. And you wish you would’ve paid closer attention to exactly when this new campus was going to open, and who you need to call in order to offer your help this coming winter.

Well, here’s your chance to read all about the upcoming launch of Faith Church Santo Domingo and the pastor who will be leading it…Pastor David Mojica.

(Mo-he-kah) I had the privilege of interviewing Pastor David Mojica and his wife, Ylva, to find out more about them and this exciting new adventure ahead. Pastor Dave Weemhoff was also present for the interview, so I thought maybe he wanted to get some pointers on how to start a Faith Church multi-site in the Caribbean somewhere. But he said no, he had no such plans.

So grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to find out all about The Mojicas and the new Faith Church Santo

Q. Tell us a little about yourself, family, background… and why are you planting a church in the Dominican Republic?

David: My name is David Mojica. I am the second youngest of ten kids in my family. My father was born and raised in the Dominican Republic. He moved to New York City in 1953 at the age of 25 to work in the church, and this is where he met my mother, who emigrated from Puerto Rico. They were married, and my father was a minister for the next 50 years. My family was always involved in church life. Actually, out of the ten kids in my family, five of us went into ministry work.

Although I studied toward an electrical engineering degree, most of my professional work was in city government, and eventually I became the District Manager for 140,000 people in the Bronx. I also completed a Master of Arts Degree in Organizational Leadership and earned a Master of Divinity Degree from Princeton Theological Seminary. I first worked as a youth pastor and planted a church in the Bronx where I had the awesome experience of shepherding this growing congregation for five years.

Towards the end of my father’s ministry, he encouraged me to visit the Dominican Republic for a shortterm mission trip. Since my father was born and raised in the Dominican Republic, he knew it was a good place for me to go and experience how the people in the church there are so passionate in spirituality and are also strong prayer warriors.

So in 1997, I visited the Dominican Republic for the first time and happened to meet my bride, Ylva, who worked in the church there. Three months later we were married.

Ylva: I was born and raised in the Dominican Republic. I am the oldest of six children; I have one sister and four brothers. I started attending the Catholic Church at nine years old. Every Tuesday, my aunt gathered the kids from my extended family and held Bible school out of my grandma’s house. I feverishly attended these Bible classes, made a commitment to follow Christ, was baptized at the age of 13, and loved being a part of church. My parents were not regular church attenders and didn’t want to bring me to church every week, but after a while, I convinced my parents that church is where I wanted to be.

When I became an adult, I earned a bachelor’s degree in computer science and worked in a computer lab for the government. I also held many positions in the church. I was a deacon and head youth leader for the entire denomination for which I was a part of in the Dominican Republic. While I was working in the church one day...I saw this good-looking man (whom I had never seen before) walk past my office door a few times. I asked my pastor who he was, and he introduced me to David. And that is how we met.

David: From 1998 – 2000, I became involved in a church in New Jersey through mentorship and apprenticeship. I did missionary work, created small groups and we expanded. Then I received a call from the RCA (Reformed Church of America) to plant a Reformed church in New Jersey aimed toward young adults. I did this for about 15 months but realized it was not going as well as planned. We did not have the help necessary to carry on this new venture. But, my wife and I believe that it shaped us for what God was going to call us to do in the future.

Over time, my wife and I had three daughters. Esther is the oldest; she is now 14 years old. Sarah is 12 and our youngest, Ruth, is 10.

In 2012, my wife and I had an overpowering passion to do missionary work in the Dominican Republic.

We felt God calling us to do work there. We prayed intensely and called a lot of people for advice. I knew back in 2001 that I wanted to come back to the Dominican Republic, and my wife felt the same.

When I spoke to the RCA about this passion of ours to do missionary work in the DR, they said they would help. So in October 2013, my wife and the girls moved to the DR to get settled in and enrolled in school there. We are so thankful to God that we had so much help from family and friends in the DR. Q. Why are you excited to work with Faith Church?

What will the benefit for the kingdom of God look like?

David: Our desire in doing kingdom work is to partner with a stateside church that is gospel-driven and mission-minded. We are excited to go on this venture with Faith Church. Our approach has always been not to do it alone, and we yearn to be connected to a stateside church that we feel is our faith family and missionary partner. We knocked on many doors and prayed like mad, and in God’s providence, He connected us to Faith Church. We originally connected to Faith Church through the RCA via the Director of Mission Engagement at a church planting conference in Santo Domingo in 2014. I like that Faith Church is both rooted in Reformed theology and evangelical in its mission and practice.

Q. How do you see the Dominican version of Faith Church “reaching the disconnected and growing the connected” in Santo Domingo? (Do you see a need for a Reformed evangelical church in the DR?) David: The churches in the DR are great in evangelical mission but not in social mission. They are not as intentional in this area of ministry. So by us going there, we can reach the people by engaging and growing in faith as an evangelical presence but also to feed the poor and bring restoration to the broken in the power of the Spirit.

Q. Tell us about Santo Domingo and your target area.

How are you connecting in the community already?

Q. How can the people of Faith Church pray for you and support you?

David: Santo Domingo is a bustling and heavily congested metropolis. We are in a small location to start, on the north side of Santo Domingo. Our space is about 200 square feet total. We started through small groups. This avenue helps us reach new people and grow.

David and Ylva: We seek your prayers so that

Q. What have you accomplished so far?

David: Small groups, worship, connection with a local public school, visiting sick children and ministering to their families at a local Children’s Hospital, baptizing new believers, equipping the saints for the work of the ministry, etc.

So far we have about 50-55 people in small groups, with 5 small groups total. There are about 30-35 people who attend mid-week home group gatherings, and we are seeing new people come to Christ.

Q. What is the five year vision for Faith Church Santo Domingo?

David: Within the next five years, we want to continue growing through the multiplication of small groups.

Then we can prepare people to go as Spirit-filled missionaries throughout Greater Santo Domingo and the rest of the Island. We hope to have two anchor churches in Greater Santo Domingo, dozens of small groups, and see the birth of a Gospel movement. Our hope is that God, in His sovereign will, will use us to spark a movement in Santo Domingo and expand out.

• God may show up.

• God’s protection will be on our family.

• God will grant us holy boldness.

• God’s favor will spark a Gospel movement.

• The Lord will guide us as we prepare for a fall campus launch.

• Multitudes will be attracted to and ultimately partner with us in the DR.

• People will connect with this ministry and the launch will take off with great excitement and joy.

We would love for Faith Church to partner with us at least in short-term mission trips. It will be a lot of work, but your prayers, financial, and logistical support will set the way for God to ignite a movement of His Spirit in the DR. We want people to find rest in Christ and to be restored. **So if you’re looking to escape the winter blues (or any other time of year) and do some good work for the Lord on a short-term missionary trip, keep Faith Church Santo Domingo in mind. More information to follow soon.

With the launching of Faith Santo Domingo, we are in need of a Spanish interpreter for print pieces. If you are fluent in reading and writing Spanish, please contact Karyn Justice at kjustice@faithchurchonline.org

By Marjorie DeVries

CHURCH CAMPOUT August 14-16 Pla-Mor Campground (Bremen, IN)

Register online by August 10 under Calendar of Events

Contact: Debby Anderson at debbmike3@sbcglobal.net

Thursday, August 20

6:30 - 8:30pm in Faithful Grounds Coffee Shop Artist: Jan Krediet Cost: $25

(includes coffee, snacks & supplies for a finished product)

Registration begins August 1 at faithchurchonline.org /calendar of events

FAITH CHURCH CEDAR LAKE

GROUND

BREAKING! After 8 years of being the “nomadic tribe” of Faith campuses, Cedar Lake broke ground to build a permanent home!

Faith Cedar Lake has been an active part of the community since it launched at Hanover Central eight years ago. Without owning property of their own, the congregation has been very flexible, having met at 8 different locations including the Hanover gym, auditorium, the CAC, various parks, and most recently at the Cedar Lake Conference Grounds.

Campus Pastor Dave Weemhoff is thrilled that his church family will now have consistency and a home of their own.

The groundbreaking took place at the new church site, 6729 West 133rd, on Sunday, June 14. Many of our campus pastors, town officials and congregants were in attendance to express their support and join in the excitement of the project. Pastor Dave shared about the history and future goals of Faith Cedar Lake. Pastor Bob gave a blessing and conveyed the joy that is felt campus-wide. The ceremony also included a time of worship and prayer. Miraculously, the rain held off until the last picture was being taken!

Faith Cedar Lake is excited to have creative spaces for kids and meeting rooms for events.

More importantly, “Lakers” are more than ready to plant deep roots in the community that they love and serve.

“Now to Him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think according to the power at work within us, to Him be GLORY in the church and in Christ Jesus thoughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen!”

Eph. 3:20-21

Written by Dave Weemhoff and Sue Crince

Hosted by the Vine bookstore & Faithful Grounds

How to Love your Muslim Neighbor

Faithful Grounds Coffee Shop | Tuesday, Sep 8, 7 pm Speakers: Pastor Andy Nearpass & Reverend Raouf Boulos recommended reading

available in the vine bookstore

WHO ARE

SAM & SUE What’s your name?

Sam & Sue Zarate

ZARATE?

Where are you from?

Dyer, Indiana How did you first get connected to Faith Church?

A co-worker invited us in June 2003.

What have you seen God do at Faith Church?

Several expansions, multi-sites started & the disconnected being connected with God. What do you enjoy about the worship service?

The praise music and people standing up worshiping God with outstretched arms. We have experienced spiritual growth, which isn’t a destination but rather a journey.

SUMMER

SALE! AUGUST

30% OFF

WILLOW TREE & ADULT FICTION

Where do you serve at Faith Church?

We both in Frontline, Prayer Team, Faith Church Special Events and any serving opportunity that comes up.

How do you connect with others at your campus?

We are mini-church leaders and work with a great community of people on Saturday nights who have servant hearts; God put us all together as one big family.

What have you seen God do in your life?

God has blessed us with 38 years of marriage and has given us some of the same spiritual gifts so that we can serve together.

Anything else you want to share?

Take the spiritual gifts test online to learn your gifts. If you aren’t involved in some kind of serving area or in a mini-church, you don’t know what you’re missing!

TUE: 9-3 & 6-8:30PM WEDNESDAY: 9-3 THURSDAY: 9-3 SATURDAY: 5:30-8PM SUNDAY: 8:30-NOON

4 YEAR BIBLE READING Over 1250 people have signed up and are committed to reading through the Bible in 4 years. You can still be part of this...sign up at faithchurchonline.org

KID TEAM RWANDA DATE: SAT, SEP 19 TIME: 8AM REGISTRATION, 8:30-10:30 AM RUN LOCATION: FAITH DYER PARKING LOT COST: $20 PER CHILD REGISTER BY SEP 7 TO RECEIVE A T-SHIRT (ALL REGISTRANTS WILL RECEIVE MEDALS & FOOD ) DONATION SHEETS & MORE INFO WILL BE AVAILABLE AT FAITHCHURCHONLINE.ORG

By Marjorie DeVries

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rowing up, I remember a picture that hung on the wall of my grandma’s kitchen which read “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.” I recall thinking—as for Grandma, she is in the church choir, teaches Sunday School, and we don’t leave the dinner table until she reads the Bible and devotions—so yep, she’s got the house (including our whole family) covered for serving.

I now realize my idea of serving was way off. It’s not about making sure we’re covered. Serving God is not a sacrifice that somebody in the family has to make in order to receive God’s protection.

to discover and operate in your spiritual gift(s). Here are some action steps you can take to discover your spiritual gifts: • Take an assesment to understand what your spiritual gift(s) are and explore the descriptions, traits and cautions about each one.

• Pray for guidance and ask God to reveal your gift(s) to you and how He wants you to serve.

• Analyze yourself - your life story, passions and interests.

Then what is the true meaning and importance of serving? Serving is important because it reflects a piece of who God made you to be. Think about this - you come to worship and God gives you this beautifully wrapped gift. Wouldn’t you want to open it?! Inside that mysterious wrapped package is your spiritual gift, which you may not have discovered about yourself yet! By opening it, you learn more about yourself and who God made you to be. Worshiping and serving put together produces the greatest impact. But sometimes I think we walk around with our gifts all wrapped up, like we’re afraid to open them. Here are some answers to questions we may have about spiritual gifts:

• Seek confirmation from other Christians.

What exactly is a spiritual gift? Spiritual gifts are freely given, supernatural abilities received from God, secured by Jesus and empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Every believer has at least one spiritual gift. The gift is meant for you to benefit others, to build up other believers and serve one another better. Your gift can empower believers to expand the kingdom of God.

Where can I take this test and get started?

Why is it important to know my spiritual gift when serving? Knowing your spiritual gift will assist you in finding God’s will for your life, help you overcome feelings of inadequacy and inferiority, help you find your place in the body of Christ and help you gain a sense of freedom in areas where you aren’t gifted.

3. On this “Where Do I Fit?” page, scroll down the screen to see the “Steps.”

How can I develop my gift? Spiritual gifts are activated through service, energized by the Spirit and motivated by love. Some ways these gifts can be developed inclu: studying scripture, reading books on spiritual gifts, talking to other Christians who have similar gifts, and of course…begin to use your gift in ministry.

What are spiritual gifts not? They are not merit badges, rewards or signs of an individual’s spirituality. They are not natural talents.

How do I discover my spiritual gift? First, accept the fact that you ARE gifted because each person is given something to do that shows who God is. Then choose

• Ask 3 other people you trust to tell you what they think you do best and how you relate to others.

• Get involved in ministry - try a few and see what “fits” and then evaluate those results.

Consider your season of life. It may not match up with gifts and availability to serve. There may be “hang time” in this season. Though you can’t activate your gifts or do service, ask God to prepare you and seek to grow in your relationship with Him. 1. Go to faithchurchonline.org and click on the “Connect” tab.

2. On the next screen, look to the sidebar on the left, and click on the “Serve @Faith tab.

4. With Step 1, choose either Youth or Adult (the correct option for you) for the online assessment. The online assessment takes about 15-20 minutes to complete and will immediately show you the results.

5. Continue on with steps 2 through 4.

When you connect at the best possible place to match your giftedness, you will receive the greatest blessing from serving! If you have any questions about serving at Faith, please contact Bonnie Peterson by email bpeterson@faithchurchonline.org, or call 219.864.0300 ext 109.

“God, in His grace, chose me even before I was born, and called me to serve Him.” Galatians 1:15

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

INFANT-5TH GRADE

LAUNCHES

SEPTEMBER 12 & 13

A FUN FACT: Over 400 people serve in Faith Kids at all of our campuses! Thank You.

BEECHER WORSHIP 201 E. Church Road Beecher, IL 60401

FaithChurchBeecher Service Times Sunday, 9 & 11 am *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 9 & 11 am Regular Faith Kids Schedule (Infant-5th grade) resumes Sunday, Sep 13, 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 is moving to Wednesdays at 7 pm.

Resumes Wednesday, Sep 9.

Contact Leanne at lmast@faithchurchonline.org We’ll be studying You’re Already Amazing by Holley Gerth. (Books will be available in the Vine bookstore.)

Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten) Resumes Thursday, Sep 17 from 9-11 am.

Contact Katie or Rachel at mopsbchr@faithchurchonline.org Stitchin’ Sisters Resumes Tuesday, Sep 1 Contact Marietta Koster at 708.258.6450 Meets 1st Tuesday

● MEN Men’s Bible/Book Study 2nd & 4th Thursday, 7 pm Meetings: Aug 13 & 27 Contact John at jplug@juno.com ● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org If you are looking to get connected at Faith Church, a Mini-Church is a great place to start. Stop by the Welcome Center and pick up a list of groups that are gathering or check out our Group Finder on the Faith Church website at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/ mini-churches/join.

Community BBQ. Watch weekend programs for details on how you can help and what you should bring.

Frontline Connections is a new ministry team forming at Faith-Beecher to seek out and personally welcome first-time visitors.

If you are interested in joining this team, please join us for a lunch following the 11am service on Sunday, Aug 23. Contact Beth at mabetey83@comcast.net with any questions.

SERVE

There are many ways for you to get involved at Faith-Beecher. Contact the following team leaders for more information if you’d like to serve on one of these teams or you like more information: •Faith Kids-Contact Leah at lprairie@faithchurchonline.org or Rachel at rmalkowski@faithchurchonline.org

One Marriage One Night | One Clear Path Monday, 6:30-8:30 pm – Faith Dyer Contact marriages@faithchurchonline.org For all married couples-enriching and repairing marriage.

No registration required.

Childcare is provided.

•Frontline Team – Contact Frank at basile.f@sbcglobal.net

Summer Meeting Dates: Aug 10 & 24

•Prayer Team – Contact Bob at backhoe1957@gmail.com

● STUDENTS Faith Beecher Students (6th-12th grade) Kick-Off Friday, Sep 18, 6-8:30 pm Bring your friends!

Meets 1st & 3rd Friday ● CARE Faith Family Market 1st & 3rd Thursday, 6-7 pm (No appointment needed) Contact Stephanie at StephWiater@gmail.com Specific FFM donations needed are located by the shopping cart in the entryway. Contact Stephanie if you are interested in being a part of the FFM team. ● CLASSES & EVENTS Praise & Picnic in the Park Sunday, Aug 9 at 10 am at Fireman’s Park.

Worship followed by our Annual

•Frontline Connector Team – Contact Beth at mabetey83@comcast.net •The Vine Bookstore – Contact Patti at shepard_rp@netzero.com

•Technical Arts or Worship Team – Contact Craig at cslings@faithchurchonline.org •Coffee Service – Contact John at jcplug@juno.com •Faith Family Market –Contact Stephanie at StephWiater@gmail.com •Care & Share team – Contact Marietta at lkmkkos@comcast.net

CEDAR LAKE WORSHIP

Cedar Lake Ministries 13701 Lauerman Street Cedar Lake, IN 46303 Community Arts Center (CAC) 13300 Lincoln Plaza Cedar Lake, IN 46303 FaithChurchCedarLake Service Times Sunday, 9 & 10:30 am Special Summer Sundays in the Hanover Auditorium: Sep 6 – One service at 10 am, no Faith Kids (any age)

*Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 9 & 10:30 am Regular Faith Kids Schedule (Infant-5th grade) resumes Sunday, Sep 13, 9 & 10:30 am

CONNECT ● WOMEN Bible/Book Study Lord Change My Attitude Tuesday, 7 pm - CAC Contact Karla at kweemhoff@faithchurchonline.org Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday COMING IN SEPTEMBER Moms in the Middle!

Contact Angela at ablocker18@hotmail.com Moms in the Middle is a community for moms with school-aged children.

These complex, go-between years often land moms right in the middle of a territory she’s not yet charted.

Twice monthly, MITM gives you a

coveted escape - two hours to catch your breath, converse and connect with moms who are living parallel lives. Childcare for younger children is available. ● MEN Bible Study Saturday, 6:30-8:30 am – CAC Contact Greg at gpekny@att.net Meets the 1st & 3rd Saturday Men’s Bible/Book Study Lord Change My Attitude Wednesday, 6:30 pm - Space next to the CAC Contact Matt at mdlenting@sbcglobal.net Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday ● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN) Mini-Churches Contact Matt & Amy at live2worship@sbcglobal.net Mark your calendar for August 23!

Anne Contreras will join our services with lots of information to kick off our fall mini-churches! Learn how to connect and sign up for a minichurch, where you can care for each other while learning God’s truths!

One Marriage One Night | One Clear Path Monday, 6:30-8:30 pm – Faith Dyer Contact marriages@faithchurchonline.org For all married couples-enriching and repairing marriage.

No registration required.

Childcare is provided.

Summer Meeting Dates: Aug 10 & 24 ● STUDENTS Faith Students (6th-12th grade) (formerly One80) Wednesdays, 6:30-8 pm - CAC Contact Jason at jasons@faithchurchonline.org Resumes Wednesday, Sep 9

Boats & Bonfires! Join us on August 9 at the Cedar Lake Ministries beach! Bring your friends for an amazingly fun night of boats, bonfires, bonding, beach and burgers!

Stay connected with us via: Facebook.com/CL180 Instagram: @CL180 For text updates: send the message: @c11 to the number: 81010 ● CARE Faith Family Market Mondays, 10 am-noon - CAC (closed the 5th Monday) Contact Beckie at bhayes@faithchurchonline.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.

Reflectors Ministry Sundays, 9 & 10:30 am 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. 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.

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

•Faith Kids (infant-5th grade) Rhonda at rhuisman@faithchurchonline.org •Frontline team (includes greeters, welcome center, golf cart, coffee service & The Vine): Karla at kweemhoff@faithchurchonline.org •Prayer Team: Jerry jerrylast@ameritech.net

•TAG or Worship Team: Jason at jasons@faithchurchonline.org •Faith Family Market: Beckie at bhayes@faithchurchonline.org •Security: Nick at nickham2264@gmail.com •Card Ministry: Marcy at tmmjurek@aol.com •Mom’s Nation (MOPs/Moms in the Middle): Angela at ablocker18@hotmail.com •Saturday Lunch: Dawn at dwester6720@comcast.net •Faith Students (6th – 12th grade): Jason at jasons@faithchurchonline.org SOMETHING NEW! Card Care Ministry! This ministry is now available to bless, encourage and congratulate our congregation.

What a great way to send FaithCL love to our congregation! If you would like to be a part of this ministry or know of someone who could use a card, email Marcy Jurek at tmmjurek@aol.com.

• Date: Tue, Sep 15, 2015

• Time: 9 am Shotgun Start (8 am check-in); 2 pm Lunch & Awards • Location: White Hawk Country Club

(1001 White Hawk Drive, Crown Point, IN 46307)

• Cost: $80 per person (4 player scramble) • Registration Deadline: Tue, Sep 8 Event Sponsorship:

• Prize Sponsor - $50 - Your organization will be recognized as a sponsor

during the lunch and awards.

• Hole Sponsor - $250 - Your organization will be represented within the

golf course on a sponsor sign, as an underwriter

for a particular hole.

Christian Aid supports those who are experiencing financial crisis situations. The Golf Classic is the only event that Faith offers to raise funds for this important ministry. Please consider joining us with your colleagues and friends to make a real difference for a family in need.

● CARE

DYER WORSHIP 100 81st Avenue Dyer, IN 46311

FaithChurchDyer Service Times Saturday, 6 pm Sunday, 9 & 11 am *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Saturday, 6 pm Sunday, 9 & 11 am Regular Faith Kids Schedule (Infant-5th grade) resumes Saturday, Sep 12, 6 pm and Sunday, Sep 13, 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

Courageous Love Monday, 7 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 Will reconvene in Sep ● MEN Prayer Group Wednesdays, 8 am - Room 127 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@faithchurchonline.org Meets 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturday Husbands of Faith Thursdays, 6:30 pm - Room 146 Contact Tom at tomwold1@gmail.com Meets weekly ● ADULTS (Men & Women) Catalyst Thursdays in the Worship Center 7 pm-Service | 8 pm-Small Groups Contact Ben at benk@faithchurchonline.org Catalyst is the young adults ministry of Faith Church serving the 18-30 somethings of our church and region.

NWI Singles of Faith Tuesdays, 7-9 pm Meets at Faith Highland - Room 201 Contact Sandy Reitsma nwisinglesoffaith@yahoo.com One Marriage One Night | One Clear Path Mondays, 6:30-8:30 pm – Atrium Contact marriages@faithchurchonline.org For all married couples-enriching and repairing marriage.

No registration required.

Childcare is provided.

Summer Meeting Dates: Aug 10 & 24 Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org If you are looking to get connected at Faith Church, a Mini-Church is a great place to start. Stop by the Welcome Center and pick up a list of groups that are gathering or check out our Group Finder on the Faith Church website at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/ mini-churches/join.

Our Hope Tuesday, 7-9 pm - Prayer Room Contact Jeri at jeri.darchuck@tecmungo.com Grief support group for women Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday Celebrate Recovery Tuesday, 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 from life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits.

Meets weekly Celebration Station Tuesday, 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 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.

Faith Family Market Sunday, 8:30 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 140-143 These classrooms function similar to a Special Education Classroom. Typical elements include: modified Bible lessons, crafts, games, singing, and other interactive activities.

Contact Vinnie at vadams@faithchurchonline.org Room 140/141 Children ages 3-12

Room 142-144 Teens/Adults (ages 13 & up) Room 145 - Quiet Family Space is available during weekend services at Dyer. The service is streamed live through a television in a seclude living room available for families with special needs members that need a quiet, private space to worship.

Reflectors Respite Program Saturday, Aug 8, 9 am-12 pm 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.

“Super Sib” Night Tuesday, Aug 4, 5:30-9 pm This is a night just for siblings of individuals with special needs. It’s going to be a night of games, pizza, bowling, and fun! More info and RSVP online - reflectorsministry.org

SERVE

Elim Hope Packs is a school supply drive that will help provide school supplies to our partners with Chicagoland Prision Outreach, and also provide meaningful assembly work for adults at Elim Christian services.

Consider bringing in supplies from the supply list by August 15/16!

(Supply list can be found at faithchurchonline.org)

Reflectors Teen & Adult Social Friday, Aug 14, 6:30-8:30 pm This is a social night for teens and adults with special needs in the Worship Center. It’s going to be “Praise Party!” Bring your singing voice and your dancing shoes! RSVP online at reflectorsministry.org 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: faithchurchonline.org/connect/ care-ministry/mental-health or email freshhope@faithchurchonline. org. ● 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) 12.1 Running Club Group Runs on Saturdays, 7 am - Faith Dyer Contact Louie & Mary at cioe@sbcglobal.net Meets weekly ● CLASSES & EVENTS Discovery Class Sunday, Sep 27, 3-6 pm Contact Bonnie at bwitvoet@faithchurchonline.org The Discovery class is our membership/inquirer class. This is an excellent way to learn about our core values, our church structure, and the Christian principles on which we are founded. Sign up and download the pre-class booklet from the home page of Faith’s website. Join date is Nov 14/15.

Back to Serving Bash! for all campus’ Faith Kids/Faith Student volunteers

Monday, Aug 31 at 7 pm.

Whether you currently serve or are interested in serving, join us in the Dyer Worship Center for a night of laughs, fun, encouragement and team building!

Contact Phil at pkrygsheld@faithchurchonline.org.

Interested in joining one of our teams?

Serving opportunities exist in both of these ministries. Join us as we worship with kids and students. Find out more online at these websites: faithchurchkids.org | faithchurchstudents.com * Faith Kids Technical Arts & Shout Out deadline to sign up for this year is Sunday, August 30

Hammond WORSHIP

a great place to start. Stop by the Welcome Center and pick up a list of groups that are gathering or check out our Group Finder on the Faith Church website at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/ mini-churches/join.

Hammond Arts Center (HAC) 5832 Hohman Avenue Hammond, IN 46320

Marriage Mini-Church Sundays, 6-8 pm - HAC Contact Charles or Breanne at breannemitchell@rocketmail.com A Mini-Church for married couples Childcare provided Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday

Hammond Academy of Science and Technology (H.A.S.T.) 33 Muenich Court Hammond, IN 46320

FaithChurchHammond Service Time Sunday, 10 am *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 10 am Regular Faith Kids Schedule (Infant-5th grade) resumes Sunday, Sep 13, 10 am

CONNECT ● WOMEN

Faith Stitchers Thursday, Aug 27, 1 pm – HAC Contact Ginni at ginnit@hotmail.com Faith Stitchers gathers to crochet & knit baby blankets for PASS pregnancy care centers and scarves for Children’s Hunger Fund while we make new friends and share our lives with one another. ● MEN Bible Study Saturday, 7-8:30 am - HAC Contact Bob at rjeenigenburg@gmail.com Meets the 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sat ● ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org If you are looking to get connected at Faith Church, a Mini-Church is

Mini-Church – HAC 1st & 3rd Tuesday, 7 pm Contact Randy at farmerrg@hotmail.com Everyone welcome!

Mini-Church Conspiracy of Kindness Wednesdays, 7-9 pm - HAC Contact Garrett at drgthorne@yahoo.com God is seeking to enter the heart of every person on this planet. Yet, for those who are not gifted evangelists, the task of communicating the Gospel can seem daunting. What if there was another way? There is, and it’s called the conspiracy of kindness. In this group, we’ll learn about evangelism and actually do evangelism.

We’ll explore the cultural diversity of Hammond and use practical acts of service to engage our community and demonstrate God’s love.

One Marriage One Night | One Clear Path Monday, 6:30-8:30 pm – Faith Dyer Contact marriages@faithchurchonline.org For all married couples-enriching and repairing marriage.

No registration required.

Childcare is provided.

Summer Meeting Dates: Aug 10 & 24 ● CARE Prayer Ministry Sundays, before and 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, 11:30 am-1 pm - HAC Contact Randy at farmerrg@hotmail.com The Market provides assistance to those in need of groceries and basic necessities.

Open the 1st & 3rd Sunday Celebrate Recovery Friday, 7-9 pm - HAC 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 ● EVENTS & CLASSES Back to School Jam Saturday, Aug 1, 11 am - 2 pm Harrison Park Live music, food and crafts for the kids.

SERVE

Faith Kids Contact Bethany at bethanys@faithchurchonline.org Serve in nursery or preschool one time this summer! Or join us this fall building relationships and making an eternal impact. Sign ups and more information at faithchurchkids.org.

Set Up/Tear Down Contact Sarah at ssmith@faithchurchonline.org Consider joining the team that helps make it all happen on Sunday mornings by literally setting up the Worship Center and tearing it down following the service.

● CARE

highland WORSHIP 8910 Grace Street Highland, IN 46322 FaithChurchHighland Service Times Sunday, 9 & 11 am New evening service launching Sep 13 at 5 pm! * Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 9 & 11 am Regular Faith Kids Schedule (Infant-5th grade) resumes Sunday, Sep 13, 9 & 11 am

CONNECT ● WOMEN

Women’s Bible Study Gospel of Mark Tuesdays, 9:30 am - Rm 101 Contact Jean Vander Molen at 219-922-8113 Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday Join us again in the fall.

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Tuesday, 9-11:30 am – Great Room Contact Larissa at 219-314-8704/ mopshigh@faithchurchonline.org Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday (Oct-May) MOPS is a group where moms of infants to kindergartners come to connect and grow with other moms in the same stage.

Upcoming Dates: Open House: Tuesday, Sep 8, 9-11:30 am First Meeting: Tuesday, Sep 22, 9-11:30 am ADULTS (Men & Women) NWI Singles of Faith Tuesdays, 7-8:30 pm-Room 201 Contact Sandy Reitsma at 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 Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org If you are looking to get connected at Faith Church, a Mini-Church is a great place to start. Stop by the Welcome Center and pick up a list of groups that are gathering or check out our Group Finder on the Faith Church website at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/ mini-churches/join.

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

One Marriage One Night | One Clear Path Monday, 6:30-8:30 pm – Faith Dyer Contact marriages@faithchurchonline.org For all married couples-enriching and repairing marriage.

No registration required.

Childcare is provided.

Meets weekly Summer Meeting Dates: Aug 10 & 24 ● STUDENTS Faith Students Jr. High 6th-8th grade (formerly Vida) Sundays, 6-8 pm Contact Larissa VanderPol at larissa.vanderpol@gmail.com Join us for food, fun, and learning plus once a month for a fun large group activity.

Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday First Meeting: TBA Faith Students High School 9th-12th Grade (formerly Encounter) Sundays, 6-8 pm-Youth House by Faith Highland. Contact Deanne at vanrosendale@gmail.com Group activities, discussion and food.

Meets 1st and 3rd Sunday First Meeting: TBA

Friendship Tuesdays, 7 pm – Great Room 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.

Friendship is breaking for summer but will launch again in the fall, and all are invited to come join the community! Contact Vinnie at vadams@ faithchurchonline.org or 219-8640300 x197.

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, 10-11:30 am - Room 101 Contact Barb Russo at 219.742.3397 Steps and Traditions study style with guest speakers every week.

Meets every Friday ● HEALTH & WELLNESS Faith & Fitness Class Mon, Wed & Fri, 9-10 am Great Room.

Contact Patty Oelberg at 312.699.7844 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 Fresh Hope Wednesdays, 7 pm Meets at the 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: faithchurchonline.org/ connect/care-ministry/mental-health or email freshhope@faithchurchonline.org.

SERVE

Elim Hope Packs is a school supply drive that will help provide school supplies to our partners with Chicagoland Prision Outreach, and also provide meaningful assembly work for adults at Elim Christian services.

Consider bringing in supplies from the supply list by August 15/16!

(Supply list can be found at faithchurchonline.org)

● EVENTS & CLASSES

SCHERERVILLE WORSHIP

The Gym at Campagna Academy 7403 Cline Avenue Schererville, IN 46375 FaithChurchSchererville Service Time Sunday, 10 am (through Sep 6) * Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Summer Faith Kids Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 10 am Regular Faith Kids Schedule (Infant-5th grade) resumes Sunday, Sep 13, 9 & 11 am Join us in the Community Cafe after each service for coffee and refreshments.

CONNECT Sunday Fun Day Sunday, Aug 2 Contact Candy at candy.corie@att.net We’ll be grilling hot dogs and having fun in the field after tear down. Bring a blanket or chair and be sure to sign up to bring a side dish to share.

Sign up sheets are at the Welcome Center.

Kickball Wednesday, Aug 12, 6-8 pm Open Gym Night Wednesday, Aug 19, 6-8 pm Basketball and access to weight room.

Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday Paintball @ Blast Camp in Hobart Saturday, Aug 22, 9:30am-12:30pm Contact Elizabeth at eclarke@faithchurchonline.org

Cost is $35 per person and covers everything you will need to have a morning of fun!

Dodgeball Wednesday, Aug 26, 6-8 pm 1 year Anniversary Celebration!

Sunday, Sep 13 after the 11 am service. ● Adults (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org If you are looking to get connected at Faith Church, a Mini-Church is a great place to start. Stop by the Welcome Center and pick up a list of groups that are gathering or check out our Group Finder on the Faith Church website at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/ mini-churches/join.

One Marriage One Night | One Clear Path Monday, 6:30-8:30 pm - Faith Dyer Contact marriages@faithchurchonline.org For all married couples enriching and repairing marriage.

No registration required.

Childcare is provided.

Summer Meeting Dates: Aug 10 & 24 ● CARE Prayer Ministry Contact Jan Krediet at loveart234@att.net Meets before and after each Sunday service.

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

Discovery Class Wednesday, Oct 21, 6-9 pm Contact Bonnie at bwitvoet@faithchurchonline.org The Discovery class is our membership/inquirer class. This is an excellent way to learn about our core values, our church structure, and the Christian principles on which we are founded. Sign up and download the pre-class booklet from the home page of Faith’s website. Join date is Nov 15.

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. You’d serve once a month, giving an hour of your time 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 also looking for instrumentalists and vocalists.

To connect, contact Dee at dwilson@faithchurchonline.org Faith Kids Looking for volunteers to serve this fall beginning Sep 13 at the 9 or 11 am service. Contact Selena Rich at srich@faithchurchonline.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 (Infants-completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 10 am Regular Faith Kids Schedule (Infant-5th grade) resumes Sunday, Sep 13, 10 am

come together to pray, read God’s Word, and journey through life’s struggles and celebrations together.

Meets weekly ● ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org If you are looking to get connected at Faith Church, a Mini-Church is a great place to start. Stop by the Welcome Center and pick up a list of groups that are gathering or check out our Group Finder on the Faith Church website at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/ mini-churches/join.

One Marriage One Night | One Clear Path Monday, 6:30-8:30 pm – Faith Dyer Contact marriages@faithchurchonline.org For all married couples-enriching and repairing marriage.

No registration required.

Childcare is provided.

The Vine bookstore and Community Café are open before (9:30-10 am) and after the worship service.

Summer Meeting Dates: Aug 10 & 24

CONNECT

● STUDENTS

● WOMEN

Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays, 7 pm Contact Jana at janajo8654@sbcglobal.net Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday and Friday MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten) Resumes Thursday, Sep 24, 6-8 pm Contact Kim at valpomops@faithchurchonline.org. ● MEN Men of Faith Saturday, 7 am Upstairs Adult Classroom Contact Bob at bob4gvn@gmail.com Community where men can

Watch the weekend program for upcoming events.

Contact Eric at jabaay3901@comcast.net ● CARE Reflectors Ministry Sundays, 10 am Contact Brent at alpsjack1@gmail.com Kids Worship buddies and prayer partners are available to help make church more accessible to those with special needs 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.

Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday

Friendship Groups Thursday, 6:30-8 pm Contact Vinnie Adams at vadams@faithchurchonline.org.

Resumes in late September.

Watch the weekend program for details. ● CLASSES & EVENTS First Sunday Lunch - Is on Aug 2, at 11:45 am following the worship service. Watch the weekend program for details.

Discovery Class Our next Discovery Class will be Sunday, Sep 27, 7-9 pm. Join date will be Nov 15. Details to come.

SERVE

Faith Kids Serve in nursery or preschool one time this summer! Or join us this fall building relationships and making eternal impact. Sign ups & more information at faithchurchkids.org, at the Welcome Center, or contact Jaime at jthompson@faithchurchonline.org or Ami at aatchison@faithchurchonline.org.

Open Arms Women’s Shelter Volunteers are needed for the winter months on Wednesday evenings.

See Pastor Brad for shift times and additional information or visit openarmsvalpo.org.

Other serving teams looking for additional help include Technical Arts, Frontline, Prayer Team and 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@faithchurchonline.org.

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