THE PAPER
ISSUE 1 | VOL. 1 | JULY
Mental Health & The Church What’s Faith Church doing about it?
MOVIN’ ON UP!
The inside scoop on the Hammond campuses move to the HAST
SHIFTING GEARS
with Ben & Ann Kampmeier
HELLO! July is the “hump day” month meaning we are half way through the summer season. I hope you enjoy the second half of summer and are able to squeeze in some time to rest. July also provides opportunities for us to worship, connect and grow. Glance through this issue of The Paper for ideas and ways to connect to Faith’s ministry at all of our sites. Blessings,
Bob Bouwer Senior Pastor | Faith Church
CONTENTS
Beecher Page 4 Cedar Lake Page 5 Dyer Pages 6-7 Hammond Page 8
Movin’ on up
Page 9
Highland Page 10 Valparaiso Page 11 Mental Health & The Church Page 12 Shifting Gears Pages 14-15
The Three C’s 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:
CONNECT
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.
CONTRIBUTE
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.
CELEBRATE
Gather with others to listen to a message from God’s Word, sing, pray, and lift up the name of Jesus. Attend a service at one of our campuses. Kids (infant-5th grade) are invited to Treasureland, our children’s ministry, where they can worship Jesus in a safe environment at their level. Don’t miss the opportunity to gather with others and worship each week. Invite a friend!
BEECHER CELEBRATE 201 E. Church Road Beecher, Il 60401 Service Times Sunday, 9 & 11 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 9 & 11 am Contact Info: If you are new to Faith Beecher and haven’t submitted your name and contact info or if you have not been receiving Pastor Nathan’s email updates, please submit contact info to Leanne at: lmast@faithchurchonline.org.
CONNECT ● WOMEN Women’s connecting groups will resume in the fall. If you have questions in the meantime, please contact Ann Smit at asmit@faithchurchonline.org ● MEN Men’s Bible/book studies will resume in the fall. If you have questions or are in need of other resources for men contact John Plug at: jcplug@juno.com ● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org Reaching out to join a Mini-Church is a great way to connect with others. Connecting with others growing in their walk with Jesus is God’s plan. Contact Anne Contreras for more information about how to start your Mini-Church journey.
BRIC (over 50) Contact Bob at bchofstra@gmail.com For BRIC events, see the Dyer section of this publication for a new event listing. ● CARE Faith Family Market 1st & 3rd Thursday, 6-7 pm (No appointment needed) Contact Rachel at malko673@yahoo.com Check the grocery cart in the entryway for a list of on going FFM needs. If you would be willing to help fill basic bags for our guests before or after a Sunday service, please contact Rachel (email above) or Leanne at: lmast@faithchurchonline.org ● Classes & Events July 4th parade – we will participate in the Beecher 4th of July parade again this year. This year’s theme will be “Celebrate with Music.” If you’d like to walk with our entry and pass out candy, please contact Val Lagestee at missnfl1@aol.com
CONTRIBUTE The Vine bookstore - is always looking for new people to join our team; it’s only a commitment of a few hours each month. Contact Sharla Slings at slings6@att.net The Security Team - is looking for those interested in making our worship services a safe environment. Contact Sharla Slings at slings6@att.net Treasureland Worship - is looking for individuals like you! Are you in 6th grade or older? Would you like to help children worship Jesus at their own level? Contact Leah at lprairie@faithchurchonline.org OR Rachel at malko673@yahoo.com
Visit the Connections and Community bulletin board (located next to the Vine) for a First Serve card if you’d like to begin serving somewhere but you are not sure of the available options. Contact Sharla Slings for more information at slings6@att.net.
CEDAR LAKE CELEBRATE Cedar Lake Ministries 13701 Lauerman Street Cedar Lake, IN 46303 Service Times Sunday, 9 & 10:30 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 9 & 10:30 am Worship Location News We will have one 10 am worship service in Hanover High School Auditorium on the following dates: July 20, Aug 31 *There will be no Treasureland (infant-5th grd) on Labor Day Weekend.
CONNECT ● WOMEN
Bible/Book Study - “The Shelter of God’s Promises” by Sheila Walsh Tuesday, 7 pm - CAC Contact Karla Weemhoff at kweemhoff@faithchurchonline.org In a world of uncertainty, pain and struggle, where do you find solid assurance and unshakeable truth? Gifted Bible teacher and inspiring speaker Sheila Walsh DIGS Scripture for what God has promised us, what God’s promises mean, and how these promises provide the foundation for daily confidence, joy, and hope. Hope you can join us! Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday
Contact Matt at mdlenting@sbcglobal.net Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday
Young men’s accountability/Bible Study group Tuesday 9-10:30 pm – CAC basement Contact Jason at jasons@faithchurchonline.org
Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org A Mini-Church is a place where groups of people: - Care for each other - Apply God’s Truth - Reproduce new Mini-Churches - Serve in and outside the church
Reflectors Ministry Sundays, during 9 & 10:30 am worship services Contact Samantha at s.evenhouse@yahoo.com This ministry exists to help people with any disability grow in their relationship with Jesus at their own level and to be enfolded into the church community. Treasureland buddies and prayer partners are available to help make church more accessible to them and their caregivers. Please contact us if you know of anyone who could be helped by this ministry or if you have an interest in serving in this capacity.
● STUDENTS
● Classes & Events
Girls’ Bible Study and Guys’ Bible Study starts Wednesday, July 9. To sign up or for more info, visit http:// www.tinyurl.com/CedarLake180. Meeting Dates: July 9, 16, & 23 and August 6, 13, & 20; from 6:30-8:00 pm.
All Church Picnic Sunday, August 3, following the 10:30 am service on the CLM grounds. Tickets are available at the Welcome Center; Adults - $3, Children - $1. Bring a dish to share. Burgers, hot dogs, drinks & tableware provided. Any questions? Contact Jodi Bultema at hotrod43@ netnitco.net or Karla Weemhoff at kweemhoff@faithchurchonline.org
● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN)
Boats & Bonfires Sunday, July 27, 5-9 PM at Cedar Lake Ministries. Tubing like crazy, s’mores everywhere, stories and songs, splashes and sunshine… don’t miss it. Stay up to date with us on Instagram & Facebook. facebook.com/CL180 instagram.com/CL180
● MEN
● CARE
Bible Study Saturday, 6:30-8:30 am – CAC Contact Greg at gpekny@att.net Meets the 1st & 3rd Saturday
Faith Family Market Mondays, 10 am-noon - CAC (closed the 5th Mondays) Contact Beckie at bhayes@faithchurchonline.org Laundry soap and toilet paper are now being added to the client’s basic bag so donations of those two items are greatly appreciated.
Bible/Book Study – “Authentic” by James McDonald. Wednesday, 6:30-8:30 pm – space next door to the CAC
Faith Family Market Garden Plot: People needed to weed and water on a regular basis. Contact Beckie at bhayes@faithchurchonline.org
CONTRIBUTE
Frontline: We believe it is important that each person who comes on a weekend feels welcome. Do you have the gift of making people feel welcome and included? Please consider joining the Frontline team and serve in greeting, the Welcome Center, or Security. Contact Harrison at hburgett@faithchurchonline.org Free Lunch: We serve a free lunch at the CAC on the last Saturday of every month. If your Mini-Church or group of friends would be interested in helping, please contact May at 4evr-jong@comcast.net.
DYER CELEBRATE
glenwiersema@yahoo.com Meets the 1st & 3rd Thursday
100 81st Ave. Dyer, IN 46311
Saturday Morning 6:30-8 am - The Garage Contact Dante at grainteam@comcast.net Meets 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturday
Service Times Saturday, 6 pm Sunday, 9 & 11 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Saturday, 6 pm Sunday, 9 & 11 am Reflectors Worship (Disability Ministry) Sunday, 11 am The Vine bookstore and Faithful Grounds Coffee Shop are open before and after all weekend services.
CONNECT ● WOMEN
Current Women’s Bible Studies Monday, June 2-Aug 11, 9 am “Respectfully Yours” Facilitator April Rodriguez Meets every week Faith Stitchers Resume Thursday, Sep 11 at 1 pm Mom’s Support Group Monday, 7-8:30 pm Garage Prayer Room Contact Karyn at kjustice@faithchurchonline.org This confidential ministry provides love and encouragement to moms of gay and/or lesbian children. Meets the 3rd Monday ● MEN Prayer Group Wednesdays, 8 am - Prayer Room This Men’s Prayer Group meets weekly to fellowship and pray for the cares and concerns of the Faith family. Bible Studies Thursday Night 6:30-8 pm - Room 145 Contact Glen at
● ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org God calls us to community. He created us for community and at Faith Church our Mini-Church ministry is a venue in which we can develop meaningful relationships. Please visit our website to find a group that suits you at faithchurchonline.org under the connect tab. Catalyst Thursdays, 7 pm - Atrium Contact Ben at benk@faithchurchonline.org Catalyst is a movement of 20-30 something’s, married and single, who desire to get to know Jesus better. ● STUDENTS Our calendars, event details, and online sign-ups can be found at faithchurchstudents.com. Look for regular updates on Facebook at “Faith Crossroads” and “Faith 180.” Crossroads (High School) Contact Tory at tpaino@faithchurchonline.org Reset Night Tuesday, July 15, 6-10 pm The Ravines Retreat Center Mini Retreat and Bonfire. Red Lake, MN Mission project meeting.Wednesday, July 16, 6:30 pm Red Lake, MN Mission Project July 19-27
180 (6th–8th grade) Contact Dave at daveg@faithchurchonline.org Chicagoland Retreat July 8-10 Horeseback riding, beach, soccer and more. Red Lake, MN Mission Project meeting for current 8th graders only. Wednesday, July 16, 6:30 pm Red Lake, MN Mission Project July 19-27 ● CARE Our Hope Tuesday, 7-9 pm - Prayer Room Contact Jeri at jeri.darchuck@tecmungo.com Grief support group for women. Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday Divorce Care Contact Charlie at 219-374-6041 Will break for summer and resume on Tuesday, Sep 2. Celebrate Recovery Tuesdays, 7-9 pm - The Garage Contact Jim at celebraterecovery@faithchurchonline.org Celebrate Recovery is open to everyone on Tuesday nights as a place of rescue, restoration, safety, and renewal for those seeking God’s healing of life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Celebration Station Tuesdays, 6:45-9 pm Farm/Jungle Room Contact Kim at kgfollmar@sbcglobal.net Celebration Station is designed for kids 5 to 13 years old whose parents attend one of the care groups on Tuesday. We hope to make Jesus the foundation of their lives, break cycles of dysfunction, and join their parents in forgiveness and healing. Faith Family Market Sunday, 10 am-12 noon Room 128 Contact Kelly at: kellym0503700@aol.com
The Market provides assistance to those who have grocery needs. Open the 2nd & 4th Sunday
rtambrini@comcast.net Fitness class for men and women (aerobic interval training)
Reflectors Sundays, 11 am-12 noon - Rooms 140-143 Contact Vinnie at vadams@faithchurchonline.org Room 140/141 is for children ages 3-12 Room 142/143 is for Teens/Adults ages 13 & up These classrooms function similar to a Special Education Classroom. Typical elements include: Modified Bible lessons, crafts, games, singing, and other interactive activities.
12.1 Running Club Saturdays, 6:30 am Erie Lackawanna Trail, Highland (Ridge & Kennedy Ave) Contact Louie & Mary at cioe@sbcglobal.net 12.1 Run is for anyone 12 & up. Whether it is your first time or you are a seasoned runner, all are welcome. The ministry encourages runners to train together, serve together and gather together for the race God has specifically set before us (Hebrews 12:1). 12.1 Run seeks to be a place of sweat and joy!
Quiet Family Space (during weekend services) Rooms 144 & 145 At any weekend service at the Dyer Campus, there are secluded living rooms available for families that need a quiet, private space to worship. The service is streamed through a television in these rooms. Reflectors Parent’s Night Out Date, Time and Place TBD In place of Saturday morning Respite for the month of July, this is a Friday night of respite for parents & caregivers of individuals with special needs to have a night out. RSVP with Vinnie @ vadams@faithchurchonline.org Restored Hearts (Mental Illness Group) Tuesday, 8 pm - Room 127 Contact Dawn at dawn.lewis284@yahoo.com Support group for those struggling with mental illness. Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday Reflector’s Teen/Adult Social Night Friday, July 25, 6:30-8:30 pm - The Garage (Lower level at Dyer Campus) Contact Luanne at lalderden@faithchurchonline.org A fun night of fellowship and games for adults with special needs. Snacks will be served. A fun luau-theme social with games and refreshments for teens and adults with special needs. ● HEALTH & WELLNESS Faithfully Fit Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 5:15-6:15 am - Atrium Contact Ray at
Cross Step with Colleen Tuesdays, 9 am - Farm Room Contact Colleen at 708-712-1466 ● CLASSES & EVENTS Discovery Class Wednesday, July 23, 6:15-9:15 pm Contact Bonnie at bwitvoet@faithchurchonline.org The Discovery Class is your path to membership at Faith Church. It’s also an excellent way to learn about our core values, our church structure and the Christian principles on which we are founded. The goal is for you to leave with a deeper understanding of what it means to be a member of Faith Church. Sign up and download pre-class booklet online from the home page of the website. Global Leadership Summit Thursday and Friday, Aug 14-15, Dyer Campus Contact Bethany at bethanyv@faithchurchonline.org This is a great opportunity to invest in yourself as a Christian leading and influencing others for Christ, in addition to being an outreach opportunity for your colleagues and friends. Anyone who calls Faith Church home is entitled to use promo code LEAD14HS for a discounted rate of only $79. Registration and information is available at faithchurchonline.org. Family Night sponsored by Student Ministries Windy City Thunderbolts Saturday, August 16 Cost $8/person Sign up at faithchurchstudents.com
Student Ministries Pancake Breakfast Saturday & Sunday, August 23 & 24 For details and tickets go to faithchurchstudents.com Christian Aid Golf Outing Tuesday, Sep 9, 9 am-3 pm shotgun start - Briar Ridge Country Club Contact Bethany at bethanyv@faithchurchonline.org This event helps raise funds to support the Christian Aid Ministry of Faith Church, which supports those who are experiencing spiritual and financial crisis situations. Registration deadline is Sep 3. Register from the home page of the website under calendar of events/Sep 9. Kid Team Rwanda Color Run Saturday, Sep 20 - Registration opens at 8 am. Contact Beckie at bhayes@faithchurchonline.org Cost is $15. Sign up online. Register by September 7 to be guaranteed a tie-dyed shirt. AMAZI It’s back! The AMAZI Craft Fair will be November 15, 2014. We are now accepting applications from crafters and vendors for booth rental. Applications received by June 15 will get an early bird discount. Amazi Team Volunteers also needed. Email amazicraftfair@gmail.com for more info and an application.
CONTRIBUTE
Summer Serve Opportunity June 7/8-Aug 30/31 Contact Nicky at ndykstra@faithchurchonline.org Don’t run! Be part of the fun! Choose any service at any campus to boost the fun in preschool/kindergarten (3 yrs - completed kindergarten). Sign up at faithchurchkids.org Reflectors Ministry serving opportunities: Support for 9 am Treasureland Support for Thu & Fri morning MOPS Buddies for Tuesday night Celebrate Recovery Child Care Buddies for the 11 am adult Reflectors class. Contact Vinnie in the church office for details on what these positions entail.
Hammond CELEBRATE
Hammond Academy of Science and Technology (H.A.S.T.) 33 Muenich Ct. Hammond, IN 46320 Service Time Sunday, 10 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergaten) Sunday, 10 am
CONNECT ● WOMEN
Faith Stitchers Thursday, 1-3:30 pm - HAC Contact Karen De Young at karendeyoung@rocketmail.com Meets the 4th Thursday ● MEN Bible Study Saturday, 7-8:30 am - HAC Contact Tim at famforhim@comcast.net Meets the 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturday ● ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org The Call to Community God dwells in Community God created us for Community Jesus modeled Community for you and me. No one is meant to walk the Faith journey alone. Marriage Mini-Church Love & Respect Sunday 6:30-8:30 pm - HAC Contact Breanne at breannemitchell@rocketmail.com Workbook can be purchased in the Vine bookstore, Dyer Campus. Meets July 13 & 27 and August 10 & 24.
● STUDENTS Student Ministries’ activities to be announced throughout the summer.
● Classes & Events
● CARE
More to the Picture Photography Class July 14-18 for 9-14 years old Tuition: $15
Reflectors Ministry Every Sunday, 10 am Contact Marianne at mheenigenburg@gmail.com Reflectors Ministry exists to help people with any disability grow in their relationship with Jesus at their own level and to be included in the church community. Treasureland buddies and prayer partners are available to help make church more accessible to them and their caregivers. To sign up for these services, please see the Reflectors’ Host at the Welcome Table. Prayer Ministry Sundays, before and after service Contact Bob at rjeenigenburg@gmail.com If you have needs, concerns, worries, praises, or thanksgivings, there are people in the prayer room who will be glad to offer prayers to the Lord for you. Faith Family Market Sunday, 10:30 am-1 pm - HAC Contact Randy at farmerrg@hotmail.com The Market is available to all members and attenders of Faith Hammond. The Market provides assistance to those needing help with their grocery needs. Open the 1st & 3rd Sunday Celebrate Recovery Friday, 7-9 pm Contact Jim at jrpaglis@yahoo.com Celebrate Recovery (CR) is based on the original 12 steps of recovery and the Beatitudes-the actual words of Jesus. CR is open to everyone as a place of rescue, restoration, safety, and renewal for those seeking God’s healing of life’s hurts,hang-ups, and habits. 1st Friday meets at the Highland Campus; 2nd, 3rd & 4th Friday meets at the HAC
Summer Art Classes
DIY Creative Crafts July 21-25 for 5-13 year olds Tuition $15 Sign up at: hammondartscenter.org. Questions? Info@hammondartscenter.org or 219-937-6235 Save the date: Saturday, Aug 2 Back to school picnic at Harrison Park. More details to follow.
CONTRIBUTE
Set-up & Tear-Down Team needs 15 people to help. Team members typically serve 1 to 2 times a month on a set-up or tear-down shift. No technical experience is needed. For more information, contact Dan at dwhiteman@faithchurchonline.org. Hammond Choir is always looking to expand. To try out, please contact Jennifer at jenesingz@gmail.com. Hammond Worship Team is always looking to grow and expand the team. If you are a vocalist or instrumentalist, we would love to hear from you. For more information or to schedule an audition, contact Dan: dwhiteman@faithchurchonline.org Opportunity to Serve: There are various ministries that could always use help. Please contact Sarah at ssmith@faithchurchonline.org if you are interested in serving. We will work with you to find a way we can best utilize your gifts and talents.
Written by Marjorie DeVries
MOVIN’ ON UP! Dan Whiteman talks about the inside scoop on the Hammond campus and the move to the HAST
Have you been to the Faith Church Hammond Campus lately? If not, you should check out the new look. Now don’t show up at its former location at Kenwood Elementary this Sunday morning for worship, because you won’t find anything but old school walls. That’s right. The Hammond Campus has officially moved to a new location: The Hammond Academy of Science and Technology, or “HAST” for short.
it puts us in the downtown center of Hammond, positioning us to reach a whole new community for Jesus. If you’re wondering why the Hammond Campus moved up Hohman Ave. to 33 Muenich Ct., then maybe Dan Whiteman, their Worship and Arts Director, can answer that for you. “It gives us significantly more room for growth and additional ministry opportunities. It also affords on-site storage for our equipment and saves our campus money in the long-term. Lastly, it puts us in the downtown center of Hammond, positioning us to reach a whole new community for Jesus.” Sounds like a great move for the Hammond Campus. “We are excited about the room we have for growth and the ministry opportunities that will accompany the move,” Whiteman said. “Besides strengthening the partnership we currently have with HAST, it will help us partner with
other groups in Hammond’s urban center.” Not only is the Hammond Campus reaching the community through Sunday worship services, but they also do a lot of outreach through the Hammond Arts Center—HAC. Currently, the Hammond Campus runs community art classes and monthly art exhibitions out of HAC. They also put on after-school arts programs at two local public schools. Last year they served 190 students at 3 locations through their community art classes alone. At the community art shows, they had more than 900 guests come through the doors over the course of 8 art events. They’ve had a great year so far, and are looking to expand this fall, with plans to offer the most exhibitions and classes held to date through HAC. The Faith Family Market operates out of the HAC as well, resourcing people with food during the year. They also provide meals to families in the community on Easter and Christmas. While food is important, the Hammond Campus of Faith Church goes a step further with a ministry called “Shared Blessings.” This too, operates out of HAC. Every month they give away clothing to anyone in need, and pray with those who come through, sharing the hope of Jesus. Coming in August, the Hammond Campus will host a free community picnic called “Back 2 School Jam.” They will offer food, live music, an arts tent, bounce houses, and much more. Along with all that, up to 500
backpacks filled with school supplies and a handwritten letter of encouragement and blessing will be handed out to help students in the community. Whether it’s through HAC or Sunday worship at HAST, the Hammond Campus has been able to articulate a different picture to their community of who Jesus and his church really are, all by the grace of God. █
DIY Class at the HAC
Hammond Academy of Science and Technology
Dan Whiteman with his son Harper on Father’s Day
highland CELEBRATE 8910 Grace Street Highland, IN 46322 Service Times Sunday, 9 & 11 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 9 & 11 am
CONNECT
● WOMEN Women’s groups will resume in the fall ● ADULTS (Men & Women) Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org No one is meant to walk the Faith journey alone. Start your journey to Community by simply visiting the Faith Church website: faithchurchonline.org/connect/minichurch/join NWI Singles of Faith Tuesday, 7-8:30 pm - Room 201 Contact Sandy Reitsma nwisinglesoffaith@yahoo.com This ministry welcomes single and single again Christian adults. We seek to serve adults who are single, widowed or divorced who are looking for like-minded Christians to share their beliefs and values, growing in Christ. Meets every week ● STUDENTS Vida-Student Ministries 6th-8th grade Sky Zone: July 9, 2-4 pm Check website for summer activities and meetings: vidaencounter.wordpress.com Encounter-Student Ministries: 9th-12th grade Contact: Kelli Hofstra Hofstra.kl@gmail.com
219-838-6231 Check website for summer activities and meetings: vidaencounter.wordpress.com Highschool Coffeehouse Tuesday, July 8, 7 pm at Panera Contact Kelli Hofstra Hofstra.kl@gmail.com 219-838-6231 Check our website for locations: vidaencounter.wordpress.com Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays ● CARE NA-The Grace Street Recovery Meeting of Narcotics Anonymous Thursdays, 7-8:30 pm - Room 201 Contact Rob Pettit 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 219-742-3397 “Steps and Traditions” study style with guest speakers every week. ● HEALTH AND WELLNESS Fitness Class Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9-10 am Great Room Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:15-11:15 am Great Room Contact Karen Pobereyko 219-972-3418 $3 per session. Weight training Mon, Wed, and Fri at 9 am. Low-impact exercise Monday at 10:15 am. Circuit Training Wednesday at 10:15 am. Circuit Class Tuesdays, 6:30 pm - Great Room Contact Lisa at 219-227-8639 Co-ed exercise class. $8 per session or $65/10 sessions Meets Tuesdays weekly
VALPARAISO CELEBRATE 1155 S. Sturdy Road Valparaiso, IN 46383 Service Time Sunday, 10 am Summer Treasureland Worship (Infant - Completed Kindergarten) Sunday, 10 am
CONNECT
● WOMEN Connect to God through worship, relationships, discipleship, and nurturing. The women of Faith Valpo are a community of women who love God and are committed to stay connected to each other through Jesus Christ. *Women’s events will resume in the fall. ● MEN Our desire is for men to become strong disciples of Christ in their homes, families, and workplaces. Businessmen of Faith Valpo Thursday, 6:30 am Meets at Round the Clock Restaurant Contact Pastor Brad at bhaitsma@faithchurchonline.org Come together for fellowship, food, and to be challenged to be a light in our communities. Meets the 1st Thursday Men of Faith Saturdays, 7 am upstairs adult classroom Contact Bob at bob4gvn@gmail.com Community where men can come together to pray, read God’s Word, and journey through life’s struggles and celebrations together. Meets 2nd & 4th Saturday
● ADULTS (Men & Women)
Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org God calls us to community. He created us for community and at Faith Church our Mini-Church ministry is a venue in which we can develop meaningful relationships. Please visit our website to find a group that suits you at faithchurchonline.org. ● STUDENTS Valpo180 Contact Eric at jabaay3901@comcast.net Valpo 180 will be taking a break for the summer. Please listen for announcements for any upcoming special events or outings until we resume in the fall. ● CARE Reflectors Ministry Sundays, 10 am Contact Brent at alpsjack1@gmail.com This ministry exists to help people with any disability grow in their relationship with Jesus at their own level and to be enfolded into the church community. Treasureland buddies and prayer partners are available to help make church more accessible to them and their caregivers. Please contact us if you know of anyone who could be helped by this ministry or if you have an interest in serving in this capacty.
rolling with a new ministry at Faith Church coming this fall called “Fresh Hope.” “Fresh Hope is a successful country-wide ministry, similar to the format of Celebrate Recovery in that everyone meets together in a large group at a designated time and place. After the large group meets, people are divided into small groups based on their diagnosis, and if they are a family member needing support.” Vinnie Adams added, “It’s important to know that Fresh Hope is not meant to take the place of professional therapy and counseling, but more as a supplement to improve their quality of life through Christ-centered community.” The mission of Fresh Hope is to empower individuals to live a full and faith-filled life in spite of a mental health diagnosis. █
Written by Marjorie DeVries
One in four adults suffer from a diagnosable mental illness in America. Twenty percent of youth ages 13 to 18 experience severe mental disorders in a given year, according to the National Alliance on Mental Health. When more than 60 million Americans are in need of mental health services every year, there must be a lot of facilities and programs to help, right?
the Christian Reformed Church last summer to host a conference about mental illness within the church, and is continuing to give resources and encouragement for churches to address this area. Recently, Pastor Bob Bouwer and Vinnie Adams hosted “Mental Health Night” at Faith Church to heighten our awareness and wipe out the stigma of mental illness in the church.
Wrong. Federal and state funding for mental health services has actually been drastically cut. In Chicago alone, six of the twelve mental health clinics recently shut down. So where can people turn for help?
1 in 4 adults suffer from a diagnosable mental illness in America
The Church hasn’t been the best place to find support for metal illness in the past. “For many years, it was swept under the rug and considered an uncomfortable subject to talk about,” said Vinnie Adams. “When people became physically ill, typically someone from church would stop by and visit. Not the case with a mental illness. Often times, a mental illness is considered to be caused solely by a lack of spirituality in a person’s life.” Churches in America have made progressive strides toward changing that attitude. The Reformed Church of America partnered with
For the past few months, Dawn Lewis, a Faith Church member with 15 years of experience in the mental health field, has led a support group at Faith Church, for anyone with a mental illness. They meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays each month, 8 pm at the Dyer Campus. Dawn will continue to lead this support group through the summer. Vinnie Adams, Dawn Lewis, and a team of 7 others are getting the ball
IF YOU WOULD LIKE MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT VINNE ADAMS AT: VADAMS@FAITHCHURCHONLINE.ORG
Hear audio presentations from the June 2 Mental Health Night, visit: faithchurchonline.org/connect/ care-ministry/mental-health
SHIFTING GEARS WITH BEN & ANN KAMPMEIER
WHERE ARE YOU FROM? Ann and I are both Illinois natives. I grew up in the northern part of the state in Sycamore, IL; Ann is from the central part of the state, in the Peoria area.
HOW DID YOU FIRST GET CONNECTED TO FAITH CHURCH? Our first interaction with Faith was through an interview process. Ann and I were both impressed with all of the leaders that we met, and excited about the vision of Faith Church. At the end of that process, I accepted a position leading worship at both our Valpo Campus and for Catalyst on the Dyer Campus. This was in the Summer of 2012. We moved from Illinois to Northwest Indiana and have loved the privilege to serve and be a part of the Faith Church Family!
“ANN AND I HAVE BOTH BEEN REDEEMED FROM LIVES OF TOTAL REBELLION, AND WE LOVE THAT WE GET TO WALK WITH PEOPLE WHO ARE ON THE SAME JOURNEY.”
WHAT ROLE ARE YOU CURRENTLY SERVING IN? Earlier this year when the leadership of Faith asked me to consider succeeding my friend, Pastor Brett (Faith-Schererville) as the Pastor of Catalyst, we were ecstatic! God has been stirring a desire to lead as a pastor-and-wife team in our hearts since before our first visit to Faith Church. One of the reasons we felt drawn to Faith Church was the extremely well-established leadership development programs at Faith like the LTR and other opportunities. We felt that this would be the place to take that next step from worship ministry to pastoral ministry. We couldn’t be happier serving in Catalyst. We have known this ministry from the beginning of our Faith Church journey and are at home continuing our ministry journey with this amazing group of young adults.
WHAT IS CATALYST AND WHO IS IT FOR? Catalyst is the young adults ministry of Faith Church, serving the post-high through 30 somethings in our church and our region. We meet every Thursday night at 7 pm in the atrium at Faith Dyer. Our goal is to serve the young adults in our church and region through the larger vision of Faith Church to reach the disconnected and grow the connected. Because of that, we see this ministry as a necessary supplement to the other ministries of Faith Church. As our church draws so many who come from all over the spiritual spectrum every weekend, we want every young adult that walks through our doors to know that Catalyst is for them. Those that come to Catalyst will certainly get challenged in their own faith-journey, but it is also a safe place for anyone who wants to answer spiritual questions and may not be ready to commit to anything beyond that. Our goal is to create a place where young adults can just belong! Because of this, ever-deepening community is of the highest priority. We always hold a service with worship and teaching, but prioritize our small groups that meet at the close of our service for that very reason. I can’t say enough about our amazing small group leaders who befriend, care for and challenge those in their group, and above all seek to create an authentic environment for real conversation about Jesus.
WHAT HAVE YOU SEEN GOD DO IN YOUR LIFE? God has been so good to both of us! Ann and I have both been redeemed from lives of total rebellion, and we love that we get to walk with people who are on the same journey. We have seen Him provide again and again, especially through the blessing of our marriage - a marriage neither of us would have ever dreamed we would have!
CONNECT WITH BEN & ANN: BENK@FAITHCHURCHONLINE.ORG
Church Camp Out August 22-24 Pla-Mor Campground in Bremen, IN. THIS YEAR OUR ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: MOVIE IN THE PARK ADULT BEANBAGS CRAFTS FOR THE KIDS A TREASURE HUNT FAMILY DODGEBALL GAME SATURDAY POTLUCK DINNER SWIMMING MINI GOLF BATTING CAGES DRIVING RANGE WAGON RIDES AND THEN SUNDAY MORNING WE WILL STREAM THE FAITH SERVICE
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FAITH SCHERERVILLE IS CHANGING LIVES Let me tell you the story of Gabe, a young man who recently started attending Open Gym on Wednesday nights at Faith Schererville. Gabe has had a rough life; he has no parents, no permanent home and few possessions. Under 21 he has been in and out of different institutions most of his young life. A couple Wednesday’s ago Gabe listened as one of Faith’s own shared their story of hope in Jesus. His response astounded us: “Is it true?” he asked. “Can Jesus change my life like He’s changed yours?” We couldn’t tell him yes fast enough! God is changing lives in Schererville and He is inviting you to be a part of this amazing story. JOIN THE TEAM! Go to www.faithchurchonline.org Or contact Pastor Brett for more info. bdood@faithchurchonline.org
Purchase with a Purpose Jerry Bridges explores the nine aspects of the “Fruit of the Spirit” described in Gal. 5:22-23 and shows us how to practice them in real life. Improve your spiritual walk this summer by learning how to practice the nine aspects of the “Fruit of the Spirit,” available in the Vine bookstore for $10. Also check out our “Indoor Sidewalk Sale” for great deals on a large variety excellent resources!
Meet our friend and Rwandan coffee farmer, Rwakabuga Andrew. Andrew is a coffee farmer from the Huro region of Northern Rwanda. Andrew, who is 64 years old, has about 470 Arabica coffee trees that he tends on his land. Rwakabuga Andrew
DRINK COFFEE. DO GOOD.
Coffee has had a deep impact in the entire Huro region. Like Andrew, who has been able to support his seven children, farmers and families in Huro are receiving a sustainable income for their crops, children are receiving education, and hope is being found. As you enjoy your coffee from Faithful Grounds or our Kiosk, you are enjoying the fruit of great passion and hard work; from the farmers’ hands to yours. This week, as you enjoy your cup, stop and remember the amazing people like Andrew, who work hard to give you their very best!
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