The Paper January/February Issue 1 Vol 3

THE PAPER

ISSUE 1 | VOL. 3 | JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2016

HITTING THE RESET BUTTON & Creating margins in life

FAMILY HIGHLIGHT Meet Charlie Bertucci

THE REACH PROJECT Dyer Worship center Upgrade

FAMILY

By: Jason Siegfried

CONTENTS 4 Who Is Charlie Bertucci?

6 Reach Project Update 10 RESET: Hitting the Reset Button & Creating Margins in life 12 Christmas Service Times 14 Family Article 16 The Bigger Picture 18 Beecher 19 Cedar Lake 21 Dyer 24 Hammond 25 Highland 26 Schererville 27 Valparaiso

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

THE BIG

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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:

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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 (infant5th 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.

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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.

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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 HIGHLIGHT CHARLIE BERTUCCI

WHAT IS YOUR NAME?

HOW DO YOU CONNECT WITH OTHERS AT YOUR CAMPUS?

Charlie Bertucci. My wife’s name is Marilyn. I have two sons, Charlie is 38 years old and Jonathan is 22. I also have twin grandsons.

WHERE ARE YOU FROM?

I connect with others through the Men of Faith ministry, the men’s prayer team on Wednesdays and just being around church. I love people. I always say, “8 to 80 no age gap or gender; I love people-meeting them where they are and helping them.”

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WHAT HAVE YOU SEEN GOD DO IN YOUR LIFE?

HOW DID YOU FIRST GET CONNECTED TO FAITH CHURCH?

He delivered me from a life of hell. I was involved with crime from a young age. When I was 18, I got in trouble with the law, and while my case was in the courts, I got a draft notice from the army. It was four years in prison or two years in the army. So, off I went to the army. This was 1969. I served in the Vietnam War, saw a lot of killing and put a lot of my buddies in body bags. I drank alcohol and did drugs to cope with the craziness of war. I continued this habit for another ten years after coming home from ‘Nam, and got knee deep back into crime.

One winter day I took my son sledding on the hill at Northgate Park. He was about 8 years old at the time.

As I was standing at the top of the hill with the other parents, I noticed this one man didn’t have a hat on so I approached him and asked if he would like a hat because I had an extra one in my car. We got to talking and he mentioned that he was a pastor of a church called Faith Church, which was being built in Dyer. My current church was experiencing some changes so my wife and I were interested in checking this new church out. My wife went first, and the next week I went. That way, we could form our own opinion without persuading each other one way or the other. We both loved it. By the way, the name of the pastor with no hat I met that day was Bob Bouwer.

WHAT HAVE YOU SEEN GOD DO AT FAITH CHURCH? I’ve seen an explosion of growth. There’s no denying that the Holy Spirit is all over this church. It’s no secret-God is doing the work. Every one and every thing that comes through the church is covered in prayer and that’s why it’s growing.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT THE WORSHIP SERVICES? Love the praise and worship. Love the teachings. Love how the pastors try to relate their own personal walk to the message and that they are down-to-earth people.

WHERE DO YOU SERVE AT FAITH CHURCH? My wife and I both serve as group leaders in the Celebrate Recovery ministry.

Until one day, a very close friend of mine invited me to church. I blew him off, but he didn’t quit and kept on me so, finally, I told him I would go. That night in church, God forgave me for all those things I had done. Jesus paid for all my wrongs on the cross. I cried and cried and asked Christ into my heart. Ever since, I have never been the same. It’s been 27 years and I have never taken another drink or drug since. Today, life is pretty good. God has blessed me with a beautiful wife of 25 years, my boys and twin grandsons.

ANYTHING ELSE YOU WANT TO SHARE? Programs don’t save people, Jesus does. People come here, and they expect you to fix them. We complicate this. We can’t fix them ourselves, but we can share how Christ fixed us. That is where the power lies. I always say, “People don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care.”

People will cry out “my life is shattered.” So I say to them, “…cry out to Jesus like you just cried out to me and see how He changes you.” And later, I will hear back from these guys and they tell me it worked. I know it works.

The Bible tells us there are no words to explain the joy we feel. It is so true. I am higher today than I have ever been in my entire life. Thank you, Lord, for taking my place and setting me free.

Dyer Worship Center Upgrade Part of the Reach Project included upgrading the existing video equipment from standard to high definition in a way that considered both good stewardship and necessity. We upgraded the equipment for a number of reasons: the worship experience in Dyer, Livestream capabilities and to benefit each site that receives video messages. There is still some work to be done, but the leadership by our Technical Arts directors and volunteers is nothing short of encouraging and amazing. Thanks to the amazing volunteers in Dyer who ran cable, built new desks, installed drywall and so much more. Our prayer is that this technology will make an impact on lives for many years to come.

“The Family Win” is a phrase that has surfaced to express the sacrifice that we make for the greater good of the Faith Church family. Each component of the Reach Project is a “family win” - campuses celebrating other campuses building additions, rehabs, new ministries, etc. It’s a “family win” as we prepare to celebrate the grand opening of a new building in Cedar Lake, the launch of Faith Church Santo Domingo, more parking in Beecher, improvements in Schererville, Dyer and Highland…it’s a family win.

Thank you for your generosity in helping to finish 2015 strong. For God’s glory!

Total Pledges: $7,677,884 Received (12/11/15): $2,360,255

BOOK CLUB Join us for a Book Club featuring “Lassoed by Marriage,” a 9-in-1 collection of romances by popular authors. Each week will feature a virtual visit from one of the nine authors.

Don’t miss this opportunity to interact directly with authors and other book lovers.

Monday evenings, 6:30pm | January 18 – March 14 Enter your name each week to win a grand prize gift basket!

LEARN MORE BELOW

DISCOVER FAITH & PARTNER WITH FAITH O

ur Pathway to Membership now includes two classes that will be offered multiple times a year at each campus. You must take both classes to join the church, and you will be asked to complete a Membership Request form. The goal of this two-step process is to encourage deeper relationships and meaningful membership in our church body.

Discover Faith is a class that helps you learn more about Faith Church, including its history, vision, and beliefs, as well as ways to get connected in the Faith Church community. We encourage those who are new to the church or who have been around for a while but have questions about the church to attend this class. It is the first step towards membership at Faith Church.

Partner with Faith helps you understand more about what it means to be a member at Faith Church, including the vows and covenant that new members affirm. People attending Partner with Faith must have already attended Discover Faith. Those desiring to join Faith Church and attending the class must also fill out a Membership Request form.

Thursday, Feb 9

6:30 - 8:30 pm in Faithful Grounds Coffee Shop

Artist: Jan Krediet | Cost: $25

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

Register at faithchurchonline.org /calendar of events Any questions contact Beth at bfrank@faithchurchonline.org

CONNECT YOUR CHILDREN INTO THESE MINISTRIES. SPRING HILL SAVE THE DATE • • •

DYER- JUNE 27-JULY 1 HIGHLAND- JULY 5-8 BEECHER- JULY 11-15 FAIT HSTUDENTS

(INFANT-5TH GRADE)

FAITHCHURCHKIDS.ORG

(6TH - 12TH GRADE)

FAITHCHURCHSTUDENTS.COM

JAN 2/3 FAITH KIDS NURSERY ONLY, FAITH KIDS AGES 3 THROUGH 5TH GRADE JOIN IN BIG CHURCH WORSHIP.

H i t t i n g T h e R e s e t B ut to n & C r e at i n g M a r g i n s i n L i f e By :

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I loved the “Reset” button on a video game system when I was growing up. Things not going the way you wanted? Just hit reset and start all over!

Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a “Reset” button in life where you can erase everything and start all over. However, there are moments in life where we have the opportunity to “Re-set” our priorities and patterns, with the New Year an obvious one. In many ways, the New Year can function like the “reset/restart” button on our phones and computers, shutting down programs and files that slow down our system so that we can operate better.

Since the New Year is a time of “resetting,” our January sermon series is called “Reset,” focusing on how the Bible addresses the topics of spiritual, physical, emotional, and relational health, areas of life that might need “resetting” as we start the New Year. Rather than adopting a bunch of resolutions in these areas that, to be honest, we will not keep, I encourage you to pare down the amount of things going on in your life to restore life in these areas. In his influential book, “Margin, “ Richard Swenson (a Christian doctor) shows how having “margin” – space between your life’s schedule and your limits – can restore us and offer health.

How so? Cutting back on the things we do allows us to get some physical rest (including sleep!) for our body (physical health). Doing less means we have more time to think and might lessen how much we have to think about (emotional health). Cutting back on the things we do gives us time to care for others and be a good friend, as we have time to help (relational health). And perhaps most of all, cutting back on things in our life creates space where we can hear from God by reading His Word and talk to Him in prayer, both at home and in public worship. In fact, doing less reminds us that we are finite and not God – we can’t do all things but God can!

So rather than downloading a bunch of “apps” that will once again bog down our lives and make us run “slow,” let us simplify our lives for the sake of our social, physical, emotional, and relational health, creating space in our lives so that we can connect with God and with each other.

Got the winter blues? Cabin fever?

YOU ARE NOT ALONE!

MomsNation invites you to join a community of moms for fellowship, inspiration and support. We’re better together!

Visit momsnation.org for more information or to register.

2nd Semester meetings launch in January 2016: Beecher MOPS (am) – Jan 14 | Cedar Lake Moms in the Middle (pm) – Jan 14 | Dyer MOPS (am) – Jan 7 or 8 Dyer MOPS (pm) – Jan 7 | Dyer Moms in the Middle (am) – Jan 12 | Dyer Moms of Empty Nests (pm) – Jan 4 Highland MOPS (am) – Jan 5 | Valparaiso MOPS (pm) – Jan 14

Saturday, Jan 16

9-11 am in Faithful Grounds Coffee Shop

Cost: $15

(includes cocoa, snacks and supplies for a finished product)

Register at faithchurchonline.org /calendar of events Any questions contact Beth at bfrank@faithchurchonline.org

Faith Students Winter REtreat •

February 12-14 (Depart Approx. 3 pm on Friday, Return 5 pm on Sunday)

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Springhill Camp – 7717 95th Avenue, Evart, MI

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Open to middle and high school students from all campuses

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Cost – $180 | Register at faithchurchstudents.com

VOLUME NIGHT

6th-12th Grade Student Worship Night

Sunday, March 13, 5:00-8:30p at Cedar Lake Campus Volume Night exists to cultivate a sense of unity amongst the students, create a space for them to hear the Gospel of Jesus Christ, worship Him in community, and to serve as an entry point into the authentic relationships that our youth ministries are designed to develop.

FAMILY

BY:

J A S O N

S I E G F R I E D

S

omething struck me on my wedding day that I didn’t expect. My wife, Valerie, and I stood in front of a pastor while behind us there were over a hundred people-friends and family that were there to show their love and support. Val’s father walked her down the aisle and with the hands he had used to provide for her for so many years, gave me her hand. I went in thinking it was all about us, but there is a lot more going on than just two kids in love.

When we joined the church as new members, we were asked questions I expected about our commitment to God and the truth of Scripture, but then there’s a section of the liturgy where we and the congregation are asked to make a commitment to each other. We became part of the Faith family.

We are all part of a family in one form or another, and it’s by God’s design. The fact that we’re born into a family community is a natural way of revealing to us how much we need each other. Think about the growth and development of a childthe wonder in their eyes as they soak in the world around them and learn so much from watching their parents and other adults. I think that learning never stops… we still learn about God, life, how to experience and live this life through other people.

Look at Deuteronomy 6. The people of God are about to enter the Promised Land-but before they do, Moses stops them for a family meeting. He outlines how important it is for the current generation to teach the next generation about God’s faithfulness. Moses urges them to make the most of each day: at meals (“when you sit in your house”), traveling to and fro in daily activity (“when you walk by the way”), at night before bed (“when you lie down”), and morning time (“when you rise”)(vs. 7). But there’s something really cool that happens in the first words of verse 4. Moses says: “Hear, O Israel:” …“O Israel”… he’s about to lay out strategy on when and how to teach children who God is, and he starts not by addressing parents only, but addresses the whole community (“O Israel”).

It’s almost like he sees into the future and knows that the day is coming when we’re shuttling children and students from activity to activity-time is limited. We need to grab every moment we’ve got, and it takes more than just parents or guardians. Moses knows that we need each other; we need community to learn about God, to be reminded of His goodness and go through this life together.

When I see God working in people I do life with, I get glimpses of the bigger story God is telling. We all need constant, daily reminders of who God is and how He loves us. It brings hope, it challenges us, and it gives us a sense of belonging that is hard-wired into us as humans. We need the family of God to mirror His divine qualities to us.

THE B I S N A P S H O T S

FAITH BEECHER DATE NIGHT

ANGELS OF HOPE AT FAITH DYER

FAITH KIDS AT SCHERERVILLE

FAITH VALPO TECH ARTS

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G G ER PI C TUR E F

T H E

G R E A T E R

F A I T H

F A M I L Y

FAITH HAMMOND

FAITH HIGHLAND THANKSGIVING SERVICE

FAITH SANTO DOMINGO WORSHIP SERVICE

FAITH CEDAR LAKE BUILDING PROGRESS

● CLASSES & EVENTS

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 Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th Grade) 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, 7 pm Contact Leanne at lmast@faithchurchonline.org We are studying You’re Already Amazing by Holley Gerth.

Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten) Thursdays, 9-11 am Jan 14 & 28 / Feb 11 & 25 Contact Katie or Rachel at mopsbchr@faithchurchonline.org Meets every other Thursday Stitchin’ Sisters Tuesday, 9:30 am Contact Marietta Koster at 708.258.6450 Meets 1st Tuesday of each month ● MEN Men’s Bible/Book Study Thursdays, 7 pm Contact John at jplug@juno.com Watch weekend program for topics and other updates.

Meets 2nd & 4th Thursday ● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org Mini-Church New Leader Training Wednesday, Jan 27 & Feb 24 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium God created us for community; He dwells in community. Learn how you can lead others into this God-inspired culture. To RSVP, email minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

We hope to see you there.

Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina at marriages@faithchurchonline.org.

The Marriage Ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple!

Preparing for Marriage classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Repair?

Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information. ● STUDENTS Faith Beecher Students (6th-12th grade) Fridays, 6-8:30 pm Contact Heidi at ddjean880@aol.com Bring your friends!

Meets 1st & 3rd Friday Upcoming SpringHill Winter Retreat: Feb 12-14 in Evart, MI Join students from all Faith campuses!

Additional details & registration at faithchurchstudents.com ● CARE Faith Family Market Thursdays, 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.

Open 1st & 3rd Thursday

Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Leanne at lmast@faithchurchonline.org Changes have been made to the membership class. See page 8 for more info.

Beecher Classes available: DiscoverWed, Jan 13 (7-9:30 pm) Wed, Feb 17 (7-9:30 pm) PartnerWed, Jan 27 (6:30-9 pm) Wed, Mar 16 (7-9:30 pm) Jan 22 (tentative date) - Fellowship event at church. Watch weekend program for specifics.

Feb 7 – Big Game Party at church. Watch the weekend program for details.

Mini-Church Leader Workshops “Art of Noticing” Wednesday, Jan 27, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Please join us as we learn through collaborating with other leaders on the “Art of Noticing.” Email your RSVP to: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

“Healthy Boundaries” Wednesday, Feb 24, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Join us as we discuss “Healthy Boundaries” in Leadership and our Mini-Churches. RSVP by email at: minichurch@ faithchurchonline.org.

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 would like more information: Faith Kids - Contact Leah at lprairie@faithchurchonline.org or Rachel at rmalkowski@faithchurchonline.org Frontline Team – Contact Frank at basile.f@sbcglobal.net Frontline Connector Team – Contact Beth at mabetey83@comcast.net The Vine Bookstore – Contact Patti at shepard_rp@netzero.com Prayer Team – Contact Bob at backhoe1957@gmail.com Technical Arts or Worship Team – Contact Craig at cslings@faithchurchonline.org

CEDAR LAKE WORSHIP

● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN)

Cedar Lake Ministries 13701 Lauerman Street Cedar Lake, IN 46303

Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org

Community Arts Center (CAC) 13300 Lincoln Plaza Cedar Lake, IN 46303

Mini-Church New Leader Training Wednesday, Jan 27 & Feb 24 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium God created us for community; He dwells in community. Learn how you can lead others into this God-inspired culture. To RSVP, email minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

We hope to see you there.

FaithChurchCedarLake Service Times Sun, 9 & 10:30 am *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th Grade) Sun, 9 &10:30 am

CONNECT ● WOMEN Book Study - Seamless Tuesdays, 7 pm - CAC Contact Karla at kweemhoff@faithchurchonline.org Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday Moms in the Middle (Moms with school-aged children) Thursdays, 6:30 pm - CAC Contact Angela at ablocker18@hotmail.com Meets 2nd & 4th Thursday ● MEN Bible Study Saturdays, 6:30-8:30 am – CAC Contact Greg at gpekny@att.net Meets weekly Bible/Book Study 7 Words to Change Your Family While There’s Still Time

by James MacDonald Wednesdays, 6:30 pm - Space next to the CAC. Contact Matt at mdlenting@sbcglobal.net Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesday

Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina at marriages@faithchurchonline.org.

The Marriage Ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple!

Preparing for Marriage Classes are available twice per year. Enrich your Marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Repair? Check out faithchurchonline. org for more information. ● STUDENTS Faith Cedar Lake Students (6th-12th grade) Wednesdays, 6:30-8 pm - CAC Contact Jason at jasons@faithchurchonline.org Meets weekly Upcoming SpringHill Winter Retreat: Feb 12-14 in Evart, MI Join students from all Faith campuses!

Additional details & registration at Faithchurchstudents.com Stay connected with us via: Facebook.com/studentsCL Instagram: @FaithStudentsCL For text updates, send the message @ fclyouth to 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. We are looking for some extra hands to love the community.

Needs: Spaghetti sauce, cereal, canned meat, laundry detergent, paper towels, toilet paper Reflectors Ministry Sundays, 9 & 10:30 am Contact Ronda at rhuisman@faithchurchonline.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. ● CLASSES & EVENTS Volunteer Lunch & Training Sunday, Jan 10, noon - New Faith CL Site CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS! If you are part of a serving team at Faith CL, join us for this training and an opportunity to see where you will be serving. It is sure to be instructional, encouraging and fun! Lunch and childcare provided.

Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Sue at scrince@faithchurchonline.org Changes have been made to the membership class. See page 8 for more info.

Cedar Lake Classes available: DiscoverSun, Jan 10 (3-5:30 pm) Sun, Feb 21 (3-5:30 pm) PartnerSun, Jan 24 (3-5:30 pm) Mini-Church Leader Workshops “Art of Noticing” Wednesday, Jan 27, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Please join us as we learn through collaborating with other leaders on the “Art of Noticing.” Email your RSVP to: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

“Healthy Boundaries” Wednesday, Feb 24, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Join us as we discuss “Healthy Boundaries” in Leadership and our Mini-Churches.

RSVP by email at: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

SERVE

SOMETHING NEW! 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 at the CAC on the last Saturday of each month from 8:30 am – noon. Contact Greg with any questions: gpekny@att.net Kids Hope USA Bring hope to a local at-risk child by becoming a Kid’s Hope mentor (must be a member of Faith Church).

Mentors spend one hour with a specific child each week during the school year reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs a caring adult in his/her life.

Make a difference in your community one relationship at a time. The Cedar Lake Campus serves the children of MacArthur Elementary School. If you are interested or want to know more contact Jennifer LeRose at jlerose@faithchurchonline.org.

Free Lunch: We serve a free lunch at the CAC on the last Saturday of the month. If your mini-church or group of friends would be interested in helping, contact May at 4evr-jong@comcast. net.

Frontline: Our Frontline ministry is looking for friendly people who will welcome and greet those who come on a weekend. We are also looking for volunteers for our Welcome Center to help people get connected. If you have a heart for people, we would love to have you join our team. Contact Karla at kweemhoff@faithchurchonline.org for details.

Other ways to get involved at FaithCL: Faith Kids (infant-5th grade); Ronda at rhuisman@faithchurchonline.org

MomsNation (MOPS/Moms in the Middle): Angela at ablocker18@hotmail.com Frontline team (includes greeters, welcome center, golf cart, coffee service & The Vine): Karla at kweemhoff@faithchurchonline.org Prayer Team: Jerry at 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 clcards@faithchurchonline.org Saturday Lunch: Dawn at dwester6720@comcast.net

Faith Students (6th-12th grade): Jason at jasons@faithchurchonline.org

Hosted by the Vine bookstore & Faithful Grounds

THURSDAY, N O V. 2 6 How Did We Get Our Bible? | Tues, Jan 26, 7-8pm | Brian Dennert Suggested Reading: “How We got the Bible” by Timothy P. Jones, PhD Easy-to-understand answers to popular questions on the Bible’s reliability and accuracy.

Monday, Feb 1 & 15, 7-8 pm in Room 142/143 to sing Feb 20/21 weekend Contact Jen at jwilson@faithchurchonline.org

DYER WORSHIP 100 81st Avenue | Dyer, IN 46311 FaithChurchDyer Service Times Sat, 6 pm & Sun, 9 & 11 am *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th Grade) 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 Names of God Mondays, 9 am - Rm 144 Contact Liz at elizabethdocter@yahoo.com Meets weekly Card Connection Thursday, 6:30 pm - Rm 141 Contact Jeri darchsmom@gmail.com Meets the 1st Thursday to make cards for the Faith Church family.

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

Meets the 3rd Monday Faith Stitchers Thursday, 1-4 pm - Room140/141 Contact Carol at 708.367.0283 We knit & crochet for those in need.

All are welcome.

Meets the 2nd Thursday (Sep-May)

MomsNation MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant-Kindergarten) *Visit faithchurchonline.org/connect/adult/momsnation for exact dates for each group.

Thursday Morning MOPS 9 am - Atrium Contact Lauren at mopsdyeram@faithchurchonline.org Meets twice per month Friday Morning MOPS 9 am - Atrium Contact Lauren at mopsdyeram@faithchurchonline.org Meets twice per month Evening MOPS 6:30 pm - Room 144/145 Contact Cherilyn at eveningmops@faithchurchonline.org Meets twice per month Moms in the Middle (MITM) (Moms with 1st-12th graders) Tuesdays, 9:30 am - Room 144/145 Contact Christy at mitmdyer@faithchurchonline.org Meets twice per month Moms of Empty Nests (Moms with late high school to adult children) Mondays, 6:30 pm - Room 144/145 Contact Debbie at emptynests@faithchurchonline.org Meets twice per month

Young Adults (18-30 something) Contact Jenise at jporter@faithchurchonline.org We love being in community! Keep up with everything we are doing together: facebook.com/catalystfaith Interested in being connected in a mini-church for 18-30 somethings?

Contact Jenise at email above.

NWI Singles of Faith Tuesdays, 7-9 pm Meets at Faith Highland - Room 201 Contact Sandy Reitsma nwisinglesoffaith@yahoo.com Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina at marriages@faithchurchonline.org.

The Marriage ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple!

Preparing for Marriage classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Repair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information.

Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org Mini-Church New Leader Training Wednesday, Jan 27 & Feb 24 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium God created us for community; He dwells in community. Learn how you can lead others into this God-inspired culture. To RSVP, email minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

We hope to see you there.

● MEN

● STUDENTS

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.

Faith Students:

Men’s Bible Study Saturdays, 6:30 am - The Garag Contact Dante at menoffaith@faithchurchonline.org Meets 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturday ● ADULTS (Men & Women) Choir Monday, Jan 11, 7-8 pm in Room 142/143 to sing Jan 16/17 weekend

Middle School (6th-8th grade) Wednesdays, 6:30 pm - The Garage Contact John at jbenson@faithchurchonline.org Meets weekly High School (9th-12th grade) Sundays, 6-8:30 pm - The Garage Contact Tory at tpaino@faithchurchonline.org Meets weekly Upcoming SpringHill Winter Retreat: Feb 12-14 in Evart, MI Join students from all Faith campuses!

Additional details & registration at Faithchurchstudents.com

● 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@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 Tuesdays, 6:45-9 pm Farm/Jungle Room Contact Beckie at bhayes&faithchurchonline.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 Contact Charlie at 219.374.6041 Meets weekly Faith Family Market Sundays, 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 140-146 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 & 146 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 secluded living room available for families with special

needs members that need a quiet, private space to worship.

Men of all ages welcome.

Meets weekly

Reflectors Respite Program Friday, Jan 8, 5:30-8:30 pm Saturday, Feb 13, 9 am-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.

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Reflectors Parent Support Group Saturday, Feb 13, 9:15 - 10:30 am February’s speaker will be Melinda Sterbenc. Melinda is an educational advocate and consultant.

RSVP online at www.reflectorsministry.org.

Reflectors Volunteer Celebration Saturday, Jan 23, 9-11:15 am Calling all Reflectors servant volunteers!

This is a special lunch and fellowship time celebrating YOU! Please RSVP online at www.reflectorsministry.org.

Reflectors Teen & Adult Social Friday, February 26, 6:30 - 8:30 pm (Dyer) This is a social night for teens and adults with special needs in the Atrium. It’s going to be a “Love Boat” Party so bring your friends and family, and don’t forget your dancing shoes! RSVP online at www.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 Mary at mary.tambrini@trnty.edu or 708-650-2287 aerobic interval training fitness class 12.1 Running Club Saturdays, 7:30 am Faith Dyer - Atrium Contact Louie & Mary at cioe@sbcglobal.net Meets weekly Pass It On Hockey Sundays, 6:50 am at Homewood-Flossmoor Ice Arena Contact Carl at hockey@faithchurchonline.org

Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Bonnie at bwitvoet@faithchurchonline.org Changes have been made to the membership class. See page 8 for more info.

Dyer Classes available: DiscoverSun, Jan 10 (3-5:30 pm) Thu, Feb 18 (6:30-9 pm) PartnerSun, Jan 24 (3-5:30 pm) Baptism Class Sunday, Feb 7, 9 am - Room 146/147 Contact Valerie at vdillon@faithchurchonline.org Infant/child baptism is for parents requesting baptism for their child(ren). We require the parent(s) to attend the Baptism Class so they understand the commitment they are making in Baptism. At least one parent must be a member of Faith Church to have their child baptized. Register at faithchurchonline.org.

Mini-Church Leader Workshops “Art of Noticing” Wednesday, Jan 27, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Please join us as we learn through collaborating with other leaders on the “Art of Noticing.” Email your RSVP to: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

“Healthy Boundaries” Wednesday, Feb 24, 7-8 pm Faith Dyer Atrium Join us as we discuss “Healthy Boundaries” in Leadership and our Mini-Churches.

RSVP by email at: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

Young Adults (18-30’s) Winter Retreat Friday-Sunday, Feb 26-28 Contact Jenise at jporter@faithchurchonline.org

SERVE

Kids Hope USA Bring Hope to a local at-risk child by becoming a Kids Hope mentor (must be a member of Faith Church). Mentors spend on hour with a specific child each week during the school year reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs a caring adult in his/her life. Make a difference in your community one relationship at a time. The Dyer Campus serves the children of Bibich Elementary School.

If you are interested or want to know more

Faith Family Market & Angel Tree Donations

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WAY TO GO FAITH CHURCH! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR GENEROSITY.

WEDNESDAYS LIVING OUT THE GOSPEL THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS

GROUPS & DINNER 5:4 5 | W O R S H I P 7 : 0 0 | G R O U P S 8 :1 5 CHILDCARE PRO V I D E D F O R D I N N E R & W O R S H I P

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Hammond WORSHIP Hammond Academy of Science and Technology (H.A.S.T.) 33 Muenich Ct. Hammond, IN 46320 Hammond Arts Center (HAC) 5832 Hohman Avenue Hammond, IN 46320 FaithChurchHammond Service Time: Sunday, 10 am *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@faithchurchonline.org Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th Grade) Sunday, 10 am

CONNECT ● WOMEN

Faith Stitchers Thursday, 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.

Meets the 4th Thursday ● MEN Bible Study Saturdays, 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 Mini-Church New Leader Training Wednesday, Jan 27 & Feb 24 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium God created us for community; He dwells in community. Learn how you can lead others into this God-inspired culture. To RSVP, email minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

We hope to see you there.

Mini-Church Sundays, 5-7 pm Contact Mike at mhooker@faithchurchonline.org Mike and Alida Hooker have started a new mini-church in their home (11233 S St Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60628).The group will go deeper into the sermon and discuss how we can apply it to our lives.

Meets 1st & 3rd Sunday Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina at marriages@faithchurchonline.org.

The Marriage Ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple!

Preparing for Marriage classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Repair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information. ● 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 Lisa or Bob at blhberr@att.net The Market provides assistance to those in need of groceries and basic necessities.

Open the 1st & 3rd Sunday Celebrate Recovery Fridays, 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

Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Pam at ppruim@faithchurchonline.org Changes have been made to the membership class. See page 8 for more info.

Hammond Classes available: DiscoverSun, Jan 10 (3-5:30 pm) at the HAC PartnerSun, Jan 24 (3-5:30 pm) at Faith Dyer Mini-Church Leader Workshops “Art of Noticing” Wednesday, Jan 27, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Please join us as we learn through collaborating with other leaders on the “Art of Noticing.” Email your RSVP to: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

“Healthy Boundaries” Wednesday, Feb 24, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Join us as we discuss “Healthy Boundaries” in Leadership and our Mini-Churches.

RSVP by email at: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

SERVE

Faith Kids: Contact Bethany at bethanys@faithchurchonline.org The time you invest in a child’s life matters.

Join us as we build relationships and have an eternal impact in the lives of God’s children this year.

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.

Kids Hope USA Bring hope to a local at-risk child by becoming a Kids Hope mentor (must be a member of Faith Church). Mentors spend one hour with a specific child each week during the school year reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs a caring adult in his/her life. Make a difference in your community one relationship at a time. The Hammond Campus serves the children of Kenwood Elementary School. If you are interested or want to know more contact Jennifer LeRose at jlerose@faithchurchonline.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@faithchurchonline.org Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th Grade) Sun, 9 & 11 am

CONNECT ● WOMEN

Women’s Bible Study - I Samuel Thursdays, 9:30 am - Great Room Contact Jean at 219-922-8113 Leader: Judy Nearpass Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Tuesdays, 9-11:30 am – Great Room Contact Larissa at 219-314-8704/ mopshigh@faithchurchonline.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) 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 Mini-Church New Leader Training Wednesday, Jan 27 & Feb 24 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium God created us for community; He dwells in community. Learn how you can lead others into this God-inspired culture. To RSVP, email minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

We hope to see you there.

Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina at marriages@faithchurchonline.org.

The Marriage ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple!

Preparing for Marriage classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Repair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information.

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

Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday ● STUDENTS Junior High (6th-8th grade) Sundays, 6-8 pm - Great Room Contact Larissa at larissa.vanderpol@gmail.com Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday Note: No meeting on Feb 14

DiscoverSun, Jan 10 (12:30-3 pm) Wed, Feb 17 (6:30-9 pm) Partner Sun, Jan 24 (12:30-3 pm) Mini-Church Leader Workshops “Art of Noticing” Wednesday, Jan 27, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Please join us as we learn through collaborating with other leaders on the “Art of Noticing.” Email your RSVP to: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

“Healthy Boundaries” Wednesday, Feb 24, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Join us as we discuss “Healthy Boundaries” in Leadership and our Mini-Churches.

RSVP by email at: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org. ● CARE Friendship Tuesdays, 7 pm – Great Room Jan 5 & 19 / Feb 2 & 16 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! Contact Vinnie at vadams@faithchurchonline.org or 219864-0300 x197.

Dodgeball Night!

Friday, Feb 5, 7-9 pm Highland Christian School

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.

High School (9th-12th grade) Sundays, 6-8 pm Youth House by Faith Highland Contact Deanne at vanrosendale@gmail.com Meets 1st & 3rd Sunday

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 weekly

Coffee House Tuesdays, 7 pmPanera in Schererville High school students informally meet the 2nd & 4th Tuesday

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 faithchurchonline. org/connect/care-ministry/mental-health or email freshhope@faithchurchonline.org.

Upcoming SpringHill Winter Retreat: Feb 12-14 in Evart, MI Join students from all Faith campuses!

Additional details & registration at Faithchurchstudents.com ● CLASSES & EVENTS Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Lori at lhofstra@faithchurchonline.org Changes have been made to the membership class. See page 8 for more info.

Highland Classes available:

● HEALTH & WELLNESS Faith & Fitness Class Mon, Wed & Fri, 9-10 am Meets in the Great Room Contact Karen Pobereyko 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 Classes available:

SCHERERVILLE

DiscoverWed, Jan 13 (6-9:30 pm) Wed, Feb 17 (6-9:30 pm) PartnerSun, Jan 24 (3-5:30 pm)

WORSHIP

Mini-Church Leader Workshops

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

CONNECT

you to get connected as a couple!

Preparing for Marriage classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Repair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information. ● STUDENTS Faith Students - Meets at Dyer Campus Middle School (6th-8th grade) Wednesdays, 6:30 pm - The Garage Contact John at jbenson@faithchurchonline.org Meets weekly High School (9th-12th grade) Sundays, 6-8:30 pm - The Garage Contact Tory at tpaino@faithchurchonline.org Meets weekly Upcoming SpringHill Winter Retreat: Feb 12-14 in Evart, MI Join students from all Faith campuses!

Additional details & registration at Faithchurchstudents.com

● Men Men’s Breakfast Saturday, Jan 30, 8:30 am Location & Price TBD Contact Elizabeth at eclarke@faithchurchonline.org ● Adults (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org Mini-Church New Leader Training Wednesday, Jan 27 & Feb 24 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium God created us for community; He dwells in community. Learn how you can lead others into this God-inspired culture. To RSVP, email minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

We hope to see you there.

Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina at marriages@faithchurchonline.org.

The Marriage ministry is available for

● CARE 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 ● CLASSES & EVENTS Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Elizabeth at eclarke@faithchurchonline.org Changes have been made to the membership class. See page 8 for more info.

“Art of Noticing” Wednesday, Jan 27, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Please join us as we learn through collaborating with other leaders on the “Art of Noticing.” Email your RSVP to: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

“Healthy Boundaries” Wednesday, Feb 24, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Join us as we discuss “Healthy Boundaries” in Leadership and our Mini-Churches. RSVP by email at: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

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 The time you invest in a child’s life matters. Join us as we build relationships and have an eternal impact in the lives of God’s children this year.

Sign ups and more information at faithchurchkids.org or contact Selena at srich@faithchurchonline.org.

● CLASSES & EVENTS

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 Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th Grade) Sunday, 10 am The Vine bookstore and Community Café are open before (9:30-10 am) and after the worship service.

CONNECT ● WOMEN

Women’s Bible Study Tuesdays, 7 pm Contact Jana at janajo8654@sbcglobal.net Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday MOPs Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten) Thursday, Jan 14 & 28 and Feb 11& 25, 6-8 pm Contact Kim at valpomops@faithchurchonline.org Meets twice a month ● MEN Men of Faith Saturdays, 7 am Upstairs Adult Classroom Contact Bob at bob4gvn@gmail.com Community where men can come together to pray, read God’s Word, and journey through life’s struggles and celebrations together.

Meets weekly

● ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org Mini-Church New Leader Training Wednesday, Jan 27 & Feb 24 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium God created us for community; He dwells in community. Learn how you can lead others into this God-inspired culture. To RSVP, email minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

We hope to see you there.

Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina at marriages@faithchurchonline.org.

The Marriage ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple!

Preparing for Marriage classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Repair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information. ● STUDENTS Contact Eric at jabaay3901@comcast.net Watch the weekend program for upcoming events. ● 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 Thursdays, 6:30-8 pm Contact Brent Bowgren at alpsjack@gmail.com Friendship Ministry is 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! Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday

First Sunday Lunch - Sunday, Jan 3 Mark your calendar for next month: First Sunday Lunch will be on Sunday, Feb 7 downstairs following the worship service.

Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Leanne at lmast@faithchurchonline.org Changes have been made to the membership class. See page 8 for more info.

Schererville Classes available: DiscoverSun, Jan 10 (3-5:30 pm) Sun, Feb 18 (6:30-8:30 pm) Sun, Mar 17 (6:30-8:30 pm) PartnerSun, Jan 24 (3-5:30 pm) Mini-Church Leader Workshops “Art of Noticing” Wednesday, Jan 27, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium. Please join us as we learn through collaborating with other leaders on the “Art of Noticing.” Email your RSVP to: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

“Healthy Boundaries” Wednesday, Feb 24, 7-8 pm, Faith Dyer Atrium Join us as we discuss “Healthy Boundaries” in Leadership and our Mini-Churches. RSVP by email at: minichurch@faithchurchonline.org.

SERVE Faith Kids - The time you invest in a child’s life matters. Join us as we build relationships and have an eternal impact in the lives of God’s children this year.

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 – The Shelter will soon have its own facility for housing so they will not be needing our building. They will, however, still need volunteers to help run the program. See Pastor Brad if you are interested in being part of this ministry.

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@faithchurchonline.org.

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EMERGENCY CLOSING COMMUNICATIONS If weather conditions are severe and require a worship service or services to be cancelled, we will use the following to notify people: WGN Emergency Closing System | Faith Church website | Facebook/social media for the individual campus | Email distribution - via campus specific email list. Be sure to update your email for your campus.

To access WGN information, turn to WGN on the radio, TV, or go online to www.emergencyclosings.com to search for your campus by name and city or phone; or sign up for the ECC email to notify you of your facility’s status.

Worship services will be held as much as is reasonably possible, but we want you to be aware of the policy in place to notify of any potential changes.