The Paper | November/December Issue 6 Vol 5

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CONTENTS 3 Faith Church Vision Statement

22 Beecher

5 Who are the Stevens?

23 Cedar Lake

6 Reach Project Update

25 Dyer

9 Overcomers

28 Munster

12 Behold The Wonder

29 Highland

19 Names Give Meaning

30 Schererville

20 Care & Connections

31 Valparaiso

21 Santo Domingo Update

Interested in getting a pic on the cover? Email Dan Vos at dvos@WeAreFaith.org.

R E S TO R I N G A N D TRANSFORMING T H E W O R L D ONE RELATIONSHIP AT A TIME

Faith Church believes that all followers of Christ are called to a higher purpose-that as “salt and light� we have been called to make a difference in the world. We should be actively engaged in building relationships inside and outside of the church-deeper relationships with God and other Faith Church members certainly, but also with co-workers, neighbors and friends outside the church community. In these relationships we display and share the transforming love of Christ Jesus.

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

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WHAT ARE YOUR NAMES? Scott, Jen, Emma, Evan, Ava and Adele Stevens.

WHERE ARE YOU FROM? Munster.

HOW DID YOU FIRST GET CONNECTED TO FAITH CHURCH? We got connected at Faith through some friends and began attending the Wednesday night service in 2004. We became members in 2005.

WHAT HAVE YOU SEEN GOD DO AT FAITH CHURCH? We’ve seen the Lord’s glory in great ways during our time at Faith Church. It has been such a great place for people to meet Jesus and find new life in Him. Lives have been healed, marriages restored and addictions broken

by His grace. We’ve also seen the multiplication of God’s kingdom through multi-site locations.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT THE WORSHIP SERVICES? Corporate worship is a beautiful experience for our entire family. We enjoy encountering the presence of the Lord through our worship songs as well as in the genuine humility shown by the pastors as they teach from Scripture.

Also, we are thankful for Faith Kids where our children have had the opportunity to meet Jesus in ways that relate to their specific age group.

WHERE DO YOU SERVE AT FAITH CHURCH? Our family has had the opportunity to serve in a variety of ways during our time at Faith Church. Currently, Scott is an elder at our campus and part of the men’s group, Jen serves in the coffee ministry and small group leadership, and our kids have served in Faith Kids and the Faith Family Market.

HOW DO YOU CONNECT WITH OTHERS AT YOUR CAMPUS? We like to connect with people during the Sunday worship service and are able to go deeper in those relationships during our small group settings. Small groups have been a great catalyst for encountering the Lord through a more intimate community setting. It’s been very impactful to our spiritual and personal growth and we are thankful that Faith has emphasized the small group setting as a place of transformation.

WHAT HAVE YOU SEEN GOD DO IN YOUR LIFE? We’ve seen the Lord piece together the broken parts of our lives and over time, turn it into a beautiful mosaic where His light can shine and His glory can be seen even in the midst of our many imperfections. He has continued to love and heal us and help us in all areas of our lives. Ultimately, He is taking the dead things and bringing them back to life and enabling us to share that story of grace with others.

ANYTHING ELSE YOU WANT TO SHARE? We are excited to see the Lord move into our community with His grace and mercy at Faith Munster in new ways.

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REACH UPDATE We are now entering the final phase of giving towards the Reach Project which began in 2014 when the people of Faith Church pledged to give $7.6 million above and beyond their normal tithes and offerings to help spark efforts to reach people near and far with the gospel. As of October, we have received more than $6 million. A number of projects have been completed over the past few years (i.e. constructing a building for Faith Cedar Lake, expanding the parking lot at Faith Beecher, redoing the Worship Center at Faith Dyer, remodeling the chapel at Campagna for Faith Kids at Faith Schererville, launching Faith Santo Domingo, new signs and a new website, and various other upgrades at Faith Highland, Faith Dyer, and Faith Beecher), but we want to highlight some of the recent work that has happened through the Reach Project.

We want to reach people of all ages, so one of our needs was an improved classroom for 3-year-olds at Faith Dyer.

The old room lacked a restroom, which required volunteers to constantly take the children down the hall to a restroom. Now we have a private restroom in the classroom so there are fewer interruptions and less time wasted. We also built a Family Restroom at Faith Dyer to accommodate those who have special needs for assistance in specific tasks of life. Faith Dyer installed a new sound system, as we had earlier redone the Worship Center facilities and the video system. We have a vision for relationships at Faith Church, so Faith Highland recently redid one of their rooms to serve as a Small Group Room. In addition, the Reach fund enabled us to launch a new campus in Munster, a combination of the Faith Hammond site and Trinity Reformed Church, which included remodeling and publicity. Finally, the vocational school in Brazil that we are helping to build with a ministry partner is in its last phase and should be nearing completion soon.

There are still a few things on the horizon that we hope to do. Faith Highland has a space crunch so we have plans to build an addition. A number of other campuses are also growing and have space needs emerging, so the remaining funds we receive through Reach will be used to address those needs and to accommodate new avenues that God may open to reach people.

Thanks for your generosity so far. As we move to close out the Reach project, we want to finish well, encouraging those who made pledges to fulfill the pledges and inviting those who did not make pledges to help us meet our goal so that we might have resources to reach more people with the life-changing message of the gospel.

FINANCIAL UPDATE We are now in the final quarter of the year, so we want to give an update of where we stand financially after the first three quarters of the year. Overall, we continue to track ahead of last year in terms of overall giving, with our 2017 giving about 4% greater than giving in the same period in 2016. As you can see in the weekly totals in the program, this is only about 83% of our giving goal for the year. While we are behind our goal for the year, we set that goal knowing that we historically receive about 33% of our giving in the last quarter of the year, with this last quarter giving making up the gap between our giving and our expenses (which are more spread out through the year). We have been closely monitoring our expenses this year, keeping them largely in line with spending in 2017 and below our budget (we have only spent about 95% of what we budgeted over the first three quarters). A strong finish will help make up the gap between our giving and expenses and will position us to start 2018 well. God’s faithfulness has been evident year after year in providing us with the resources we need through strong end-of-the-year giving, and we trust Him to provide again this year.

We want to thank you for your generosity throughout 2017, as lives are being changed through the ministry of Faith Church and our ministry partners in too many ways to name in a short update like this. Your giving makes that possible! We also want to encourage you to finish the year well, honoring God with what He has given to you in the area of finances, knowing that it all belongs to Him.

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FAMILY BATHROOM - FAITH DYER

FAMILY BATHROOM - FAITH DYER

PRESCHOOL BATHROOM - FAITH DYER

PRESCHOOL BATHROOM - FAITH DYER

SMALL GROUP ROOM - FAITH HIGHLAND

SMALL GROUP ROOM - FAITH HIGHLAND

OVERCOMERS BY: ALEX CLAUSING

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little over a year ago, Darcy Krygsheld had a vision of what is now a ministry at Faith Church known as Overcomers Ministry. Led by a team of four, the passion behind this ministry is for individuals who are in treatment of serious illnesses and their caretaker(s) to come together, receive support, pray, worship, have fun, and be in community with one another.

Overcomers Ministry meets the second and fourth Monday of each month, and also hosts several special events. For example, they celebrated their one year anniversary with a picnic and had a great turnout. Thanksgiving was also a special time of community for the Overcomers as they celebrated with a warm meal together while blessing and honoring one another. Several times throughout the year they come together for a night of praise and worship as well.

Those who take part in the Overcomers Ministry come from many different backgrounds. Andy Nearpass, one of the leaders of Overcomers, explained that about half of the group’s members are from Faith Church, and half are from the community or other churches. That is what makes Overcomers Ministry unique. In fact, it is because of this ministry that several individuals have come to know Christ.

When asked about a specific memory/moment that stuck out to him, Andy spoke of one individual who was struggling both physically and spiritually. The night he opened up about his struggles, the other members came together and put sticky nametags on him to represent the support system they would be to him in his walk through the remainder of his life. Some time later when this member had passed away, the group attended his funeral and each had a sticky name tag to place on his body. It is in times like this when a group of individuals becomes a family. Together, they go through moments that are good, bad, humorous, challenging, questionable, and strengthening. It is awesome to know that God has been present and faithful through each of these moments.

Faith Church members are invited to pray for the Overcomers Ministry. Specifically, prayers for each member and caretaker during the times that are especially difficult in their battle against a serious illness. When an unfavorable medical report is received, or there is the loss of a group member, it is hard on everyone involved in that individual’s life. Pray for strength of the group members, leaders, and family/friends of those involved. Also pray for the ministry as a whole as it heads into its second year; pray that it continues to be a time of positive community for the leaders and members.

What a special part of Faith Church the Overcomers Ministry has been and is becoming.

Our God is an awesome God as He remains faithful and gracious through this ministry and every ministry that is part of Faith Church as we build one relationship at a time.

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THANKSGIVING SERVICE TIMES BEECHER

WEDNESDAY, NOV 22 AT 7 PM

CEDAR LAKE

WEDNESDAY, NOV 22 AT 7 PM

DYER

WEDNESDAY, NOV 22 AT 5* & 7 PM**

HIGHLAND

WEDNESDAY, NOV 22 AT 5* & 7 PM

MUNSTER

WEDNESDAY, NOV 22 AT 7 PM

SCHERERVILLE

WEDNESDAY, NOV 22 AT 6 PM

VALPARAISO

WEDNESDAY, NOV 22 AT 7 PM

*Faith Kids Nursery is availble (0-36 months old) **Reflectors Kids is available (3-12 years old)

CHRISTMAS SERVICE TIMES BEECHER

SAT, DEC 23 AT 6 PM | SUN, DEC 24 AT 9* & 11 AM*

CEDAR LAKE

SAT, DEC 23 AT 6 PM | SUN, DEC 24 AT 9* & 11 AM* **

DYER

SAT, DEC 23 AT 4 & 6 PM* | SUN, DEC 24 AT 9* & 11 AM* **, 1 & 3 PM

HIGHLAND

SAT, DEC 23 AT 5 PM* | SUN, DEC 24 AT 10 AM*, 2* & 4 PM*

MUNSTER

SAT, DEC 23 AT 6 PM | SUN, DEC 24 AT 9* & 11 AM*

SCHERERVILLE

SUN, DEC 24 AT 9* & 11 AM

VALPARAISO

SUN, DEC 24 AT 10 AM* *Faith Kids Nursery available (0-36 Months old) **Reflectors available ---No services on Monday the 25th---

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BEHOLD THE WONDER BY: RYAN MATTHYSSE - WORSHIP & ARTS DIRECTOR

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aith Church values the arts because they afford us a range of expression and emotion. More than any other time, the Christmas season is immersed in art, lending itself to abundant sights and sounds that resonate deep and stir us from within.

Thus, Behold the Wonder, a venue showcasing the beautiful truth of Christmas in unique ways and various forms, was born. Behold the Wonder serves as an outreach event across multiple platforms. It is about reaching out to the unchurched in a season when they tend to be more welcoming and soft to Jesus. (Who is that family member, co-worker or friend who needs to experience the thrill of hope afresh this year?) Also, because families come together at Christmas, Behold the Wonder is reaching out and bringing together our church family across all campuses. Our great hope is that within these doors hearts will be pliable and people will connect with God and each other. . . no matter their faith journey or their church affiliation. From the young to the old we want all to experience His profound love and grace in unprecedented ways!

Behold the Wonder is our celebration of the transforming power of the Christmas story! This 90 minute family-friendly, high-energy, multisensory event features some of your favorite Faith Church musicians paired with the finest talent in NWI performing timeless classics and modern tunes. This is a musical and visual feast giving profound tribute to the only one worthy, and it is designed for all (yes, kids too!) to take pause as we near the most wonderful time of the year!

This musical Christmas production will provide a multi-sensory experience, telling the Christmas story in a unique way as we prepare for the greatest gift on earth - Jesus!

Tickets are only $5 each (seating is limited).

THURSDAY

DEC 7 7 PM

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

7 PM

3 & 7 PM

DEC 8

DEC 9

REGISTER AT BEHOLDTHEWONDER.ORG

T H A N KS G I V I N G MO R N I N G CHECK-IN: 6 AM | START TIME: 7 AM | SHIRTS FOR THE FIRST 750 THAT REGISTER

REGISTER AT WWW.WEAREFAITH.ORG/GOBBLER

Tuesday, November 14

6:30 - 8:30 PM in Faithful Grounds at Faith Dyer

Artist: Jan Krediet | Cost: $25

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

Register at WeAreFaith.org/ArtClasses Contact Beth at bfrank@WeAreFaith.org with questions.

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NOVEMBER Features

DECEMBER Features

The Wonder of the Greatest Gift: $20

Jesus Always Deluxe Edition: $15

ESV Large Print Value Thinline: $15

Beginner’s Bible w/Carrying Case: $12

Faith Students REtreat • March 2-4, 2018 • Springhill Camp – Evart, MI • For 6-12th Graders • Cost – $200 by Dec 1 $250 Dec 2-Feb 1 $300 Feb 2-16 Register at WeAreFaith.org

How is your campus reaching out to the community this holiday season?

Beecher Thanksgiving and Christmas Meal Baskets through the Faith Family Market Frosty Friends drive for Christmas. This is similar to Angels of Hope but the gifts come back unwrapped and then the clients (about 20 from the Beecher community and some from surrounding towns) come and “shop” (they make the selections but all clothes & toys are free) for gifts for their family.

The Beecher MOPS group (along with other FC MOPS groups) have also partnered with MOPS groups in Texas that were affected by Hurricane Harvey. Beecher MOPS group has been collecting donations to provide gift cards to a Texas mom to replenish food supplies and help offset the cost of damage to her home. In addition, they will be providing gifts for her two children this Christmas.

Cedar Lake Faith Family Market Thanksgiving Baskets and Christmas Baskets Angels of Hope for students at MacArthur School Dyer Faith Family Market Thanksgiving Baskets Food Donations to local Food Pantries Highland Angels of Hope for local families Schererville Pajama Jam! It’s an Angel tree of sorts where we purchase new, cozy PJ’s for all of the Campagna Kids.

Decorating a cottage at Campagna Academy to brighten up the Campus for the holiday season.

Valparaiso Faith Valpo is currently collecting food items (brownie mix and turkey pans) in partnership with 500 Turkeys - feeding 1500 area families this Thanksgiving.

In December we will be delivering Christmas gifts in partnership with Chicagoland Prison Outreach to families in our region.

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Please consider including our missionaries in your Christmas card list this year!

Andrew & Fay Augustein 9922 Tivoli Villa Dr. Orlando, FL 32829

Barbara Kapenga 174 W. 15th St. Holland, MI 49423-3316

Janice (Mulder) Beatty 9311 W. 107th Pl. St. John, IN 46373

Ed & Jan Kotynski 317 Hill Ave. North Aurora, IL 60542

Paul & Becky Beck 2546 Stephenson Circle Freeport, IL 61032

Phil & Mari Manning P.O. Box 80 Kijabe, Kenya 00220

Wayne & Barbara Brink P.O. Box 6180 Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

Milton & Cynthia Massie 11127 South Lowe Ave. Chicago, IL 60628

Luke & Linda Dalach 9025 Idlewild Dr. Highland, IN 46322

Dale & Mary Schreiber 1445 Johnstown Lane Unit D Wheaton, IL 60189

Caspar & Leanne Geisterfer TGU: 11203 227 N.W. 79th Ave. Doral, FL 33198-1632

Bruce & Jan Smith 9784 Bennington Chase Dr. Orlando, FL 32829

Doug & Priscilla Higby 934 Alger Street SE Grand Rapids, MI 49507

Dick & Donna Swart Box 127 Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Mark & Sandy Hoekstra 419 East Grand Ave. Escondido, CA 92046

Mike & Pretty VanProoyen Word of Life Camp Brgy. Perz Calaun Laguna 4012 Philippines

Paul & Dori Hoekstra 419 East Grand Ave. Escondido, CA 92046

Nathan and Liana Waldon 138 Belmar Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46219

Wayne & Miho Jansen 1-33-4 Higashi-cho Kogenei-shi, Tokyo 184-0011 Japan

Curt & Sherri Weerheim 1376 Harvest Run Dr. Lebanon, OH 45036 17

NAMES GIVE MEANING BY: ANNE CONTERAS - SMALL GROUP DIRECTOR

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iffel Tower, iPhone, Home, Google, Pizza, Rain and Bible.

Names--everything has a name. Names give meaning to a person, place, or thing and can elicit emotion and memories. Some names are common place and known by all; others can be insider names that create a sense of obscurity, a feeling of the unknown. Here at Faith Church we are continuing to move in the vein of Relationship - being known by God and by others. We want people to feel welcomed. Therefore we are doing our best to erase the obscure insider language that can alienate a person from being known because the name of something is unclear.

If you have been around Faith Church for any number of years, you may have heard the name “Mini-Church” mentioned. What is a MiniChurch you may ask? A Mini-Church, as hinted at by its name, is a Small Group. In our effort to make things clearer, however, we are moving away from the name “Mini-Church” in order to erase what could be seen as “insider language.” We feel we should call it exactly what it is-- a “Small Group.” What hasn’t changed is what happens in a Small Group. A Small Group is a place where people support and care for one another, a place to apply God’s Word to your everyday walk with the Lord, a place for discipleship as well as a place to serve with one another or to serve each other. We don’t want people to miss this opportunity to connect in Relationship with God and each other. The only question we hope you’ll ask is “How can I connect to a Small Group?” To find out more, visit our “Find a Group” link at: WeAreFaith.org or look for Small Groups listed in this very issue! We pray you become known by “name” in a Small Group!

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CARE & CONNECTIONS ALL CAMPUSES INVITED CARE Overcomers Mondays, 7 PM Faith Dyer | Rooms 144/145 Contact Marlys at daveip@hotmail.com This ministry is for patients and caregivers of patients with lifealtering illnesses. Meets the 2nd & 4th Monday each month Our Hope Tuesdays, 7-9 PM Faith Dyer | Prayer Room Contact Jeri at jeri.darchuck@tecmungo.com Grief support group for women Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday each month Celebrate Recovery Tuesdays, 7-9 PM Faith Dyer | The Garage Contact Jim C at celebraterecovery@WeAreFaith.org Fridays, 7-9 PM Hammond Arts Center Contact Jim P 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

vadams@WeAreFaith.org Fresh Hope is our Mental Health Support Group. This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends).

For more information visit WeAreFaith.org (connect/caresupport/mental-health).

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

OA- Overeaters Anonymous Fridays, 10-11 AM Faith Highland | Room 101 Contact Barb Russo at (219) 742-3397 Steps and Traditions study style with guest speakers every week.

Meets weekly

CONNECTIONS Faith Singles Wednesdays-Faith Dyer 5:45-6:45 PM Dinner & Small Group 7:00 PM Worship Contact Sandy Reitsma at faithsingles@WeAreFaith.org Meets weekly

Celebration Place Tuesdays, 6:45 PM Faith Dyer | Farm/Jungle Contact Beckie at bhayes@WeAreFaith.org Celebration Place is designed for kids Kindergarten through 13 years of age whose parents attend Celebrate Recovery.

We hope to make Jesus the foundation of their lives, break cycles of dysfunction and join their parents in forgiveness & healing.

Marriage Ministry Groups Faith Dyer Contact Gina at marriages@WeAreFaith.org Your marriage health is vital! Whether you are preparing for marriage, want to enrich your relationship or are experiencing needed repair, Faith Church is committed to helping marriage relationships grow.

Preparing for Marriage is offered twice per year. Detailed information about weddings can be found on WeAreFaith.org (Connect-Events & Classes-Weddings).

Fresh Hope Wednesdays, 7-8:30 PM Faith Highland Contact Vinnie at

Marriage Enrichment is offered every Wednesday night at the Dyer campus.

See Dyer page for dates and times of classes.

Marriage Repair is ongoing. Visit the Marriage Support page on WeAreFaith.org (Connect-Care & Support-Marriage Support) for more information.

12.1 Running Club Saturdays, 8 AM Erie Lackawanna Trail, Highland (On Kennedy under Ridge Road viaduct) through November.

December we will meet at Faith Dyer.

Contact Louie & Mary Cioe at cioe@sbcglobal.net Meets weekly Pass It On Hockey Sundays, 6:40 AM Homewood-Flossmoor Ice Arena Contact Carl at hockey@WeAreFaith.org Men of all ages welcome.

Meets weekly through April Card Connection Thursday, 6:30 PM Faith Dyer | Room 140 Contact Jeri darchsmom@gmail.com Meets the last Thursday of the month to make cards for the Faith Church family.

Monday, 6:30 PM Beecher Campus Contact Mary at panozzo117@comcast.net Meets the 3rd Monday of the month Faith Stitchers Thursday, 1-4 PM Faith Dyer | Rooms 140/141 Contact Sharon at sharontlc756@hotmail.com We knit & crochet for those in need.

Meets the 2nd Thursday each month

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FAITH SANTO DOMINGO UPDATE BY: DAVID MOJICA Blessings in the sweet Name of Jesus, After two ferocious storms brewing and unleashing their fury through the Caribbean in the past 6 weeks or so, by God’s grace, Santo Domingo was virtually untouched. During this time, the bulk of our mission work in public schools came to a halt, but we have since ramped up our efforts and God is blessing our work. FC Santo Domingo distributed over 1000 Bibles in the last few days in 3 schools, as part of the celebration of the National Day of the Bible (in 1569 the first Bible in Spanish was printed). We are thrilled to report that our church planting efforts should be ready to launch in a few weeks, and that our Saturday programming (English class, dance and soccer clinics) had a target date of October 14.

We have a great line-up of volunteers to spearhead this effort at this second mission site. A third and fourth school site for new planting work is already in sight to begin in early 2018.

It’s exciting to note that a new crop of leaders is being trained and is stepping up in significant ways all from the harvest field. The Lord continues to add new people to our fellowship. We are also ramping up our efforts to train and unleash new small group leaders to start new home groups. Virtually everyone is involved one way or another in a small group. Five to six new disciples should be ready for baptism this month.

Pastors Bob, Dave Weemhoff, Corrie Vos and I had s a video conference where where we discussed the possibility for a short mission trip this summer with folks from Faith Church. So, pray for these possibilities and opportunities where God’s name will be exalted and children and families would be impacted for eternity. If this is the case, we would have a roster of sites for real Kingdom-sized impact in Santo Domingo but also in other cities where God has given us favor to enter and start something there as well. We are thinking of Barahona (our church made a mission trip there two months ago and many came to Christ- this is three hours south of Santo Domingo) and the other possible site is Puerto Plata (three hours north and where a godly couple wants to partner with us). We believe that

a short mission trip to the D.R. from Faith Church this summer would generate great excitement and serve as a transformative experience for both the U.S. churches who will join and for the communities that will be impacted.

We are on target in the power of the Spirit to plant a total of five churches by 2020. Continue to pray for us as we immerse ourselves in proclaiming the gospel boldly in different communities and enter the territory of the evil one by snatching from his grip the spiritually oppressed. We are in a spiritual warfare but are seeing the fruit of our labor--the oppressed set free and God’s abundant protection and guidance. Pray for an abundant harvest and for God to send to us campus pastors!

Grace and peace from Faith Church Santo Domingo.

BEECHER WORSHIP

mitmbchr@WeAreFaith.org Nov 3 & 17 | Dec 1 & 15

201 E. Church Road, Beecher, IL 60401 (708) 946-2545

Card Connection Monday, 6:30 PM Contact Mary at panozzo117@comcast.net Meets the 3rd Monday of the month to make cards for the Faith Church Beecher family.

Nov 20 | No meeting Dec 18

Office Hours: Tues, Thurs, Fri: 8:30 AM-4 PM If you need assistance on Weds, please call Leanne at (219) 864-0300.

FaithChurchBeecher Service Times: Sunday, 9 & 11 AM *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@WeAreFaith.org Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th grade) Sun, 9 & 11 AM The Welcome/Resource Center 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 tearoff portion of the weekend program & submit it to the Welcome & Hospitality Center.

CONNECT

Stitchin’ Sisters Tuesdays, 9:30 AM Contact Marietta Koster (708) 258-6450 or lkmkkos12@att.net Meets 1st Tuesday Nov 7 | Dec 5 ● MEN Men’s Bible/Book Study Stepping Up, by Dennis Rainey Contact Bob DeYoung at backhoe1957@gmail.com Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesday Nov 1 & 15 | Dec 6 & 20 ● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN) Marriage Ministry Groups See Care & Connections on page 20

● WOMEN

● STUDENTS

Women’s Daytime Bible Study Respectable Sins Tuesdays, 1-2:30 PM Contact Ann at asmit@WeAreFaith.org or Judy Kutz at judykutz@gmail.com.

Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday Nov 14 & 28 | Dec 12

Faith Beecher Students Contact Scott at smattingly@WeAreFaith.org

Women’s Evening Bible Study Proverbs: Just So You Know Wednesdays, 7-8:30 PM Contact Barb at bennbarb2@gmail.com Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday Nov 8 | Dec 13 MOPs - Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten) Thursdays, 9-11 AM Contact Megan mopsbchr@WeAreFaith.org Nov 2 & 16 |Dec 7 & 21 MITM - Moms in the Middle (Moms of School-Age Children) Fridays, 9-11 AM Contact Wendi Hanegraff at

Meets every Friday night Middle School (6th-8th grade) 6-7:30 PM High School (9th-12th grade) 7-8:30 PM ● CARE Faith Family Market Thursdays, 6-7 PM (No appointment needed) Contact Stephanie at StephWiater@gmail.com Open 1st & 3rd Thursday each month See page 20 for additional care groups. ● CLASSES & EVENTS Pathway to Membership Includes two classes, both are required for membership. Discover Faith is a prerequisite for Partner with Faith.

Discover Faith (Class 1) Wednesday, January 10 from 6:30-9 PM Partner with Faith (Class 2) Wednesday, January 24 from 6:30-9 PM Join date is March 18 Register online at WeAreFaith.org/join or get a paper registration form from the Community/Connections board.

SERVE There are many ways to get involved at Faith Beecher. Contact the following ministry leaders for more information about serving on one of these teams.

Care & Share Team (card & meal ministry) Contact Marietta at lkmkkos12@att.net Coffee Ministry Contact Christa at c.roszak@yahoo.com Faith Family Market Contact Stephanie at StephWiater@gmail.com Faith Kids (Infant-5th grade) Contact Leah at lprairie@WeAreFaith.org or Rachel at rmalkowski@WeAreFaith.org Faith Students (6th-12th grade) Contact Scott at smattingly@WeAreFaith.org Frontline Team Contact Frank at basile.f@sbcglobal.net Moms Nation (MOPS/Moms in the Middle) Contact Christie at cpostma@WeAreFaith.org Prayer Team Contact Bob at backhoe1957@gmail.com Worship - Are you an instrumentalist or vocalist interested in serving?

Contact Scott at smattingly@WeAreFaith.org Tech - Interested in helping with media, lights & sound during our worship services? Contact Nick McCraw at nmccraw@WeAreFaith.org

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CEDAR LAKE WORSHIP 6729 W. 133rd Ave Cedar Lake, IN 46303 (219) 374-6309 Office Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs: 8:30 AM-4 PM Fri: 8:30 AM-2 PM If you need assistance on Weds, please call Sue at (219) 864-0300 FaithChurchCedarLake Service Times: Sunday, 9 & 11 AM *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@WeAreFaith.org Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th grade) Sun, 9 & 11 AM Reflectors Worship (Disability Ministry) Sun, 11 AM

CONNECT ● WOMEN Women’s Bible Study Stronger, by Angela Thomas Tuesdays, 7-9 PM Contact Dea at deamt@sbcglobal.net Meets every other Tuesday Nov 7 & 21 | Dec 5 MOPs - Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten) Thursdays, 9-11 AM Contact Michelle or Lauren at mopscl@WeAreFaith.org Nov 2 & 6 | Dec 7 & 21 MITM - Moms in the Middle (Moms of school-age children) Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 AM Contact Michelle at mitmcl@WeAreFaith.org Nov 8 & 29 |Dec 13 Praying Moms Ministry Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 AM | Atrium Contact Denise at tdkuiper1@comcast.net Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesdays Nov 1 & 15 | Dec 6 & 2

● MEN Bible Study Saturdays, 7-8:30 AM Contact Terry at tcconley2@gmail.com or Rob at rhvankuiken@comcast.net Meets weekly Bible/Book Study Wednesdays, 6:30 PM Contact Matt at mdlenting@sbcglobal.net Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesday ● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN)

Looking for someone to walk alongside you during a difficult time? Our Care Team is here for you! If you battle depression or have a loss of a loved one, marital issues, illness or any other difficult life circumstance, you do not need to walk that path alone! We have both a men’s and women’s team. Please contact our Care Team at CLCare@ WeAreFaith.org or contact our church office.

Faith Family Market Mondays, 10 AM-Noon (closed the 5th Monday) Contact Beckie at bhayes@WeAreFaith.org

SMALL GROUPS ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Additional Market Needs: paper towels, SUNDAY, SEPT 10 FOLLOWING 11toilet paper, detergent, pasta, spaghetti sauce, cereal, mac ‘n cheese, sloppy joe New Small Groups are forming.

AM WORSHIP SERVICE mix CHURCH PICNIC If you are interested in being a AT part of a smallGOODENOW group, pleaseGROVE WATCH FORat DETAILS. Reflectors Ministry contact Kristen Fennema LET’S COME TOGETHER, AS A Sundays, 11 AM fennema@att.net CHURCH FAMILY, ENJOYING Contact Lexie at FOOD, GOD’S CREATION, lcupples@WeAreFaith.org Marriage Ministry AND TOGroups CELEBRATE OUR This ministry exists to help people with See Care & Connections on page 5TH ANNIVERSARY AS 20 20ITH any disability grow in their relationship B2Q0CHER.. ● STUDENTS

Faith Cedar Lake Students Wednesdays, 6:30-8 PM Contact Jeremy at jmelf@WeAreFaith.org Middle School 6:30-8 PM Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesdays Nov 8 | Dec 13 & 20 High School 6:30-8 PM Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesdays Nov 1 & 15 | Dec 6 & 20 All FS Christmas Party Dec 20!

Save The Date!

Winter Retreat - Mar 2-4 Stay connected with us & our activities via: Faithchurchstudents.com Facebook.com/studentsCL Instagram: @FaithStudentsCL For text updates, send the message @fclyouth to 81010 ● CARE

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.

See page 20 for additional care groups. ● CLASSES & EVENTS Prayer Gathering 2nd Wednesday, 7 PM Pathway to Membership Includes two classes, both are required for membership. Discover Faith is a prerequisite for Partner with Faith.

Discover Faith (Class 1) Sunday, January 7, 2-4:30 PM Partner with Faith (Class 2) Sunday, January 28, 2-4:30 PM Join date is March 18.

Register at WeAreFaith.org/Join

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SERVE Bless Our Community Get ready to impact the Cedar Lake community for Christ! Men of Faith is looking for MEN AND WOMEN to help meet the needs and serve those in our community. Can you help with small repair work, painting, deep cleaning, etc.? Meet on the last Saturday of each month from 8:30 AM–12 PM. Contact Terry Conley at tcconley2@gmail.com Kids Hope Would you like to help change a child’s life? Kids Hope USA is in need of mentors for kids. Children are paired with a caring church member who serves as their mentor. The mentor and child meet for one hour a week, each week of the school year. Mentors spend time reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs one. 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@WeAreFaith.org.

Musicians Wanted!

Are you an instrumentalist or vocalist interested in serving? We would love to get to know you! For more information, please contact Tammy in the Worship Office at tammyl@WeAreFaith.org.

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

Security Nick at nickham2264@gmail.com Technical Arts Angela at abultema@WeAreFaith.org Worship Team Jason at jasons@WeAreFaith.org Faith Family Market Beckie at bhayes@WeAreFaith.org

Card Ministry Marcy at tmmjurek@aol.com Faith Kids (infant-5th grade) Ronda at rhuisman@WeAreFaith.org Frontline team (includes greeters, welcome center, coffee service) Karla at kweemhoff@WeAreFaith.org Prayer Team Denise at tdkuiper1@comcast.net Praying Moms Ministry Denise at tdkuiper1@comcast.net

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DYER WORSHIP 100 W 81st Avenue | Dyer, IN 46311 (219) 864-0300 FaithChurchDyer Service Times: Sat, 6 PM & Sun, 9 & 11 AM *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@WeAreFaith.org Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th grade) Saturday, 6 PM | Sunday, 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 Studies For a current list of all Women’s Bible Studies, visit the Women’s page at WeAreFaith.org.

I Peter - A Living Hope in Christ Tuesdays, 9:15 AM | Room 143 Contact Patricia at pjaracz@outlook.com Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday Nov 7 & 21 | Dec 5 & 19 I Timothy Mondays, 9:15-11:15 AM | Room 145 Contact Tori at torismits@gmail.com Meets Weekly For childcare contact Tori Nov 6 & 13 HeartLIFT Facebook Study I Peter - A Living Hope in Christ Tuesdays, 8 PM | Facebook Contact Patricia at pjaracz@outlook.com Meets every other Tuesday Nov 7 & 21 | Dec 5 & 19 Card Connection Thursday, 6:30 PM | Room 140 Contact Jeri darchsmom@gmail.com Meets the last Thursday of the month to make cards for the Faith Church family.

Faith Stitchers Thursday, 1-4 PM | Rooms 140/141 Contact Sharon at sharontlc756@hotmail.com We knit & crochet for those in need.

Meets the 2nd Thursday each month Nov 9 | Christmas luncheon off site Women’s Prayer Group Monday, 11 AM | Room 144 Contact Julie at msgoodynuf@aol.com Meets weekly MOPs- Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant - Kindergarten) Thursday Morning MOPs 9-11:15 AM | Atrium Contact Sarah or Melissa at mopsdyeram@WeAreFaith.org Nov 9 & 30 | Dec 14 Friday Morning MOPs 9-11:15 AM | Atrium Contact Sarah or Melissa at mopsdyeram@WeAreFaith.org Nov 10 | Dec 1 & 15 Thursday Evening MOPs 6:30-8:30 PM | The Garage Contact Amy or Carrie at eveningmops@WeAreFaith.org Nov 9 & 30 | Dec 14 MITM - Moms in the Middle (Moms with 1st-12th graders) Thursdays, 9:15-11:15 AM | Rooms 144/145 Contact Christy or Mel at mitmdyer@WeAreFaith.org Nov 9 & 30 | Dec 14 ● MEN Men’s Bible Study, Prayer Group & Fellowship Wednesdays, 8 AM | Prayer Room Meets weekly for a Bible study, to pray for the cares and concerns of the Faith family and to have fellowship together.

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

SMALL GROUPS Band of Brothers John Jeanor jjeanor@comcast.net Bible, book-by-book Clausing Group John Clausing & Dave Balka jclausing@WeAreFaith.org Creatives Group Sergio & Yanina Gomez sergio@33contemporary.com Disciple those in the Arts Dalach Group Mike Dalach & Rich Wondaal mikedalach@gmail.com Dennert Group Brian & Beth Dennert bdennert@WeAreFaith.org DeYoung/Eenigenburg Group Jerry & Cindy DeYoung Kurt & Cheryl Eenigenburg cindydeyoung6@yahoo.com Dykstra Group Lou & Dori Dykstra lddykstra@gmail.com Faith Singles Sandra Reitsma faithsingles@WeAreFaith.org Single/single again Farmer Group Randy & Sue Farmer farmerrg@hotmail.com Jeanor/Dominikovich Group John Jeanor jjeanor@comcast.net Liszka Group Joe & Kim Liszka tokyo53@sbcglobal.net Mammina Group Ben & Rose Mammina bvmblue@gmail.com Melo/Panther Group Glem Melo and Michael Panther gmelo@wearefaith.org Most Awesome Small Group John & Kathie Jeanor

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jjeanor@comcast.net Nearpass Group Andy & Judy Nearpass anearpass@WeAreFaith.org Saporito Group Jeannine Saporito jeannine347@hotmail.com Slager/Dykstra Group Paul Dykstra pdykstra@actionplumbingin.com Toren Group Carl & Margaret Toren ctoren@sbcglobal.net VanDrunen/Hamstra Group Elmer VanDrunen & Al Hamstra alberthamstra@hotmail.com Varela Group Lee Varela emv1127@gmail.com Varela/Wojnar Group Lee Varela & Denise Wojnar emv1127@gmail.com Wille Group Shosh Aumock & Trudy Wille saumock7@yahoo.com CHOIR Monday, Nov 6 7-9 PM | Rooms 142/143 to sing Nov 11/12 Nov 20 & 27 to sing Dec 2/3 Contact Jen at jwilson@WeAreFaith.org Faith Singles Wednesdays, 5:45-6:45 Dinner 7 PM Worship Contact Sandy Reitsma at faithsingles@WeAreFaith.org Check the Faith Singles calendar for other events.

Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina at marriages@WeAreFaith.org The Marriage Ministry Group is available for you to get connected as a couple.

Preparing for Marriage classes are held twice per year in Dyer but are open to all campuses. Register at WeAreFaith.org under the Wedding or Marriage page.

Marriage Enrichment is offered at all Wednesdays discipleship evenings.

Groups at 5:45 PM, beginning with dinner. Class to follow from 6:458:15 PM. For more information and resources, check out WeAreFaith.org and the Marriage Ministry FB page @ faithmarriageministry.

● STUDENTS Middle School (6th-8th grade) Wednesdays, 6:30-8:15 PM | Garage Contact John at jbenson@WeAreFaith.org Meets weekly High School (9th-12th grade) Sundays, 4-6 PM | The Garage Contact Chris at chrisr@WeAreFaith.org Meets weekly

Open Nov 12 & 19 | Dec 10 & 17 Reflectors Sundays, 11 AM-12 PM | Rooms 140-147 Contact Vinnie at vadams@WeAreFaith.org There are multiple classrooms that function similar to a special education classroom but also promote inclusive activities. Volunteers are trained and have had a background check. Typical elements include modified Bible lessons, crafts, games, singing and other interactive activities.

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Orange Room | Reflectors Room Lower Level - Children, ages 3-12

Additional Care groups listed on page 20.

Small Group | Room 145 Adults, ages 18 and up

Overcomers Mondays, 7 PM | Rooms 144/145 Contact Marlys at daveip@hotmail.com For patients and caregivers of patients with life-altering illnesses.

Meets 2nd & 4th Monday

Rooms with 1-to-1 volunteer-toparticipant ratio:

Our Hope Tuesdays, 7-9 PM | Prayer Room Contact Jeri at jeri.darchuck@tecmungo.com Grief support group for women Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday Celebrate Recovery Tuesdays, 7-9 PM | The Garage Contact Jim at celebraterecovery@WeAreFaith.org A place of rescue, restoration, safety and renewal for those seeking God’s healing from life’s hurts, hang-ups and habits.

Meets weekly Childcare for Celebrate Recovery Tuesdays, 6:45 PM Contact Beckie at bhayes@WeAreFaith.org Ages infant-5 yrs

Gold Room | Rooms 140/141 Children, ages 3-12 Green Room | Rooms 146/147 Teens, ages 13-18 Blue Room | Room 144 Adults, ages 18 and up Quiet /Sensory Room | Room 142 All ages Reflectors on Wednesdays Wednesday, 6-8 PM | Dyer Programming for individuals with special needs (of all ages) as well as for parents. More information at reflectorsministry.org Available the 2nd & 4th Wednesday Reflectors Parents Night Out Friday, Nov 3, 6-9 PM Parents can drop kids at Faith Dyer at 6 PM and pick them back up at 9 PM. Dinner will be provided at church for all participants. For parents of children with special needs.

RSVP online - reflectorsministry.org

Celebration Place Tuesdays, 6:45 PM Contact Beckie at bhayes@WeAreFaith.org Designed for kids Kindergarten-age 13 whose parents attend Celebrate Recovery; We hope to make Jesus the foundation of their lives, break cycles of dysfunction, and join their parents in forgiveness & healing. Meets weekly

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Faith Family Market Sundays, 8:45 AM-12 PM | Room 128 Contact Denise at Denise@Wiersemas.com Provides assistance to those who have grocery needs. Please shop & receive care before the 11 AM service; you may stop and pick up your groceries after the service. Open the 2nd & 4th Sunday Date changes due to the holidays

12.1 Running Club. Saturdays, 8 AM Erie Lackawanna Trail, Highland (On Kennedy under Ridge Road viaduct)through November.

December we will meet at Faith Dyer.

Contact Louie & Mary Cioe at cioe@sbcglobal.net Meets weekly

Faithfully Fit Mon, Wed & Fri, 5:05-6:05 AM Contact Ray & Mary Tambrini (708) 650-2287/ mary.tambrini@trnty.edu Join us as we exercise to various workout videos. Go at your own pace.

Any age or gender is welcome.

Pass It On Hockey

Sundays, 6:40 AM. HomewoodFlossmoor Ice Arena. Contact Carl at hockey@WeAreFaith.org ● CLASSES & EVENTS Pathway to Membership Includes two classes, both are required for membership. Discover Faith is a prerequisite for Partner with Faith.

Discover Faith (Class 1) Sunday, January 7, 3-5:30 PM Partner with Faith (Class 2) Sunday, January 28, 3-5:30 PM Join date is March 17/18 for membership. Discover Faith is a prerequisite for Partner with Faith.

Contact Bonnie at bwitvoet@WeAreFaith.org. or register online at WeAreFaith.org/join Mental Health First Aid Course Saturday, Nov 4 from 8 AM - 4 PM | Room 146/147 Contact Vinne at vadams@WeAreFaith.org Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour course that teaches you how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of

mental illnesses and substance use disorders. The training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.

relationships and have an eternal impact in the lives of God’s children this year. Sign-ups and more information at faithchurchkids.org.

SERVE Kids Hope USA Would you like to help change a child’s life? Kids Hope USA is in need of mentors for kids. Children are paired with a caring church member who serves as their mentor. The mentor and child meet for one hour a week, each week of the school year. Mentors spend time reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs one.

The Dyer Campus serves the children of Bibich Elementary School. If you are interested or want to know more, contact Jennifer LeRose at jlerose@ WeAreFaith.org.

Faith Kids (Infant - 5th grade) Contact Kim at kvanderzee@WeAreFaith.org The time you invest in a child’s life matters. Join us as we build

WEDNESDAYS LIVING OUT THE GOSPEL THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS

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MUNSTER WORSHIP Faith Munster 8411 Columbia Ave Munster, IN 46321 FaithChurchMunster Service Time: Sundays 9 & 11 AM *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@WeAreFaith.org Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th grade) Sunday, 11 AM

CONNECT ● WOMEN Faith Stitchers Sunday, 2 PM Contact Ginni at ginnit@hotmail.com Faith Stitchers gathers to crochet and knit baby and toddler blankets for a local women’s shelter, and provide hats and scarves for the people of Munster. Join us as we make new friends, pray and stitch together.

Meets the 4th Sunday, year-round ● MEN Bible Study Saturdays, 7-8:30 AM | Munster Contact Bob at rjeenigenburg@gmail.com Meets the 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sat ● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN) SMALL GROUPS Stevens Group | Munster Jennifer Stevens jenst98@att.net Women’s Bible Study | Munster Linda Kruczynski & Marianne Eenigenburg linda520@ameritech.net Marriage Ministry Groups See Care & Connections on page 20

● CARE Additional Care groups listed on page 20.

Prayer Ministry Sundays, before & after service Contact Bob at rjeenigenburg@gmail.com Do you have needs, concerns, worries or praises? Stop in the Prayer Room for prayer and support.

Celebrate Recovery Fridays, 7-9 PM Contact Jim at jrpaglis@gmail.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. ● CLASSES & EVENTS Pathway to Membership Includes two classes, both are required for membership. Discover Faith is a prerequisite for Partner with Faith.

Discover Faith (Class 1) Sunday, January 21 from 3-5 PM

SERVE Faith Kids Contact Bethany at bethanys@WeAreFaith.org Join us as we worship alongside & shine the light of Jesus on kids. Help us fuel the faith of the next generation.

More information at faithchurchkids.org.

Kids Hope USA Would you like to help change a child’s life? Kids Hope USA is in need of mentors for kids. Children are paired with a caring church member who serves as their mentor. The mentor and child meet for one hour a week, each week of the school year. Mentors spend time reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs one. The Munster Campus serves the children of Kenwood Elementary School. If you are interested or want to know more, contact Jennifer LeRose at jlerose@WeAreFaith.org.

Worship Team & Choir We would love to add to our worship team and choir. If you would like to be a part of this fun ministry, contact Jen at jwilson@WeAreFaith.org.

Partner with Faith (Class 2) Sunday, February 11 from 3-5 pm Membership & Baptism Celebration is March 18.

Contact Bonnie at bwitvoet@WeAreFaith.org or register online at WeAreFaith.org/join.

Prayer Night Wednesday, Nov 8, 6:30-8 PM Wednesday, Nov 29, 6:30-8 PM Thanksgiving & Christmas Schedule Thanksgiving Eve Wednesday, November 22 at 7 PM Christmas Candlelight Service Saturday, December 23 at 6 PM Christmas Eve Service Sunday, December 24 at 9 AM & 11 AM

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HIGHLAND WORSHIP 8910 Grace Street | Highland, IN 46322 FaithChurchHighland Service Times: Sunday, 9 & 11 AM 5 PM - All inclusive Service Holiday Services Thanksgiving Eve, November 22 at 5 & 7 PM

DeVries/Ritzema Small Group (Parents of Middle & High Schoolers) Sundays, 6 PM, Contact Bryon at bryonanderin@gmail.com Meets 2nd and 4th Sunday Mothers in the Word Thursdays, 9:30 AM Will resume in the fall.

Contact Lorene at levenhouse@yahoo.com

Stasi Small Group Wednesdays, 6:30-8 PM. Contact Christmas Eve, December 23 at 5 PM Marian at m.stasi@sbcglobal.net & December 24 at 10 AM, 2 PM & 4 PM Meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday * Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@WeAreFaith.org

Thursdays Women’s Group Thursday Evenings. Contact Marry Homans hmhomans@gmail.com

Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th) Sunday, 9 & 11 AM.

Marriage Ministry Groups See Care & Connections on page 20

CONNECT ● WOMEN Women’s Bible Study Philippians. Begins October 5 Thursday, 9:30 AM Contact Judy Nearpass at jnearpass80@@gmail.com We will be using the Discover Your Bible series.

Meets everyother Thursday MOPs - Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten) Tuesdays, 9-11 AM. Contact Amanda or Kristy at mopshigh@WeAreFaith.org Sept 5 & 19 | Oct 3 & 17 ● ADULTS (Men & Women) SMALL GROUPS

● STUDENTS Faith Students Contact Amy at avanderzee@WeAreFaith.org Middle School (6th-8th grade) Sundays, 6-8 PM | Faith Highland Kick-off September 10 Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday

encouraged to speak.

OA-Overeaters Anonymous Fridays, 10-11 AM | Room 101 Contact Barb Russo at (219) 742-3397 Steps and Traditions study style with guest speakers every week. Meets weekly Fresh Hope | Wednesdays, 7 PM Contact email: freshhope@WeAreFaith.org This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends). For more information, visit WeAreFaith.org Meets weekly ● HEALTH & WELLNESS Faith & Fitness Class Mon, Wed & Fri 9-10 AM | Great Room Contact Karen at (219) 616-0187.

Weight training for 50+. Bring your own weights. $3 per session Aerobic Class | Great Room. M, W, F, 10:1511 AM. Contact Karen at (219) 616-0187 ● CLASSES & EVENTS Boo Fest Tuesday, October 31 from 5-7 PM Wear a costume and come for games, photos, candy and fun.

High School (9th-12th grade) Sundays, 6-8 PM | Youth House Kick-off September 17 Meets 1st & 3rd Sunday

Pathway to Membership Includes two classes, both are required for membership. Discover Faith is a prerequisite for Partner with Faith.

● CARE

Discover Faith (Class 1) Sunday, January 7 from 12:30-3 PM

Additional Care groups listed on page 20.

Prayer Ministry Sundays, before & after service Contact Gary at gary91677@gmail.com Do you have needs, concerns, worries or praises? Stop in the Prayer Room for prayer and support.

Highland Small Group Sundays, 5 PM | Room 104 Contact Rich Krooswyk at Friendship rich@krooswyk.com. Follow-up discussion on the topic of the morning Tuesdays, 7 PM Contact Vinnie at message. Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday vadams@WeAreFaith.org or (219) 864-0300 x197. Friendship Wigent Small Group Ministry is a place where adults with Christianity 101 | Room 104 special needs can gather to learn from Sundays, 5-6:30 PM. God’s Word, sing songs, play games, Contact Maryanne at eat snacks and enjoy a great time of labtekmar@comcast.net fellowship. All are invited to come join Meets 1st & 3rd Sunday the community!

Wydra Small Group NA-The Grace Street Recovery (Married Couples in their 20’s and Meeting of Narcotics Anonymous 30’s) Thursdays, 7:30-9 PM Thursdays, 7-8:30 PM | Room 201 Contact J.R. Wydra at Contact Mike Humphries at (219) joseph.wydra@gmail.com 629-2612. An open meeting where all Meets every other week are welcome, but only members are

Partner with Faith (Class 2) Sunday, January 28 from 12:30-3 PM Join date is March 18 for membership.

Contact Bonnie at bwitvoet@WeAreFaith. org; register online at WeAreFaith.org/ join or get a paper registration form at the Welcome Center.

SERVE Would you like to help change a child’s life? Faith Church Highland is proud to announce a new Kids Hope partnership with Southridge Elementary! We are in need of mentors for kids.

What is Kids Hope? Children from a local elementary school are paired with a caring church member who serves as their mentor.

The mentor and child meet for one hour a week, each week of the school year.

Mentors spend time reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs one. Please contact Jennifer LeRose at jlerose@WeAreFaith.org.

SCHERERVILLE WORSHIP

John and Carol Brackins jbrackins821@aol.com

The Gym at Campagna Academy 7403 Cline Avenue Schererville, IN 46375

Mance Group Jeep and Jill Mance john.mance@rrd.com

FaithChurchSchererville Service Times Sunday, 10 AM * Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@WeAreFaith.org Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th grade) Sunday, 10 AM Chapel open every Thursday for prayer from 6-6:30 PM. Join us in the Community Cafe after each service for coffee and refreshments. ● Messages Missed a message? All of our messages can be found on Facebook or Vimeo (vimeo.com/faithchurch)!

CONNECT ● Men Men’s Group Saturday, 8 AM | Campagna Chapel Contact Geoff at gffpram@gmail.com Join us as we grow together in our walk with Christ. No need to preregister, just show up!

Meets 2nd & 4th Saturday ● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN) SMALL GROUPS Are you interested in connecting deeply at Faith Schererville?

Contact Mike Rich at enricheddj@gmail.com to check out a small group.

Rich/Pramuk Group Geoff & Francie Pramuk gffpram@gmail.com Brackins Group

Marriage Ministry Groups See Care & Connections on page 20 ● STUDENTS Student Small Group Wednesdays, 6:30-8 PM | Campagna Gym Contact Mel Bendle at mbendle@WeAreFaith.org A place for middle and high school students looking for community and a place to connect.

Meets weekly

Worship Team Our Worship Team is looking for instrumentalsts and vocalists.

To connect, contact Dee Wilson at dwilson@WeAreFaith.org.

Faith Kids The time you invest in a child matters!

Join us as we worship alongside and shine the light of Jesus on infants through 5th graders each weekend.

Help us fuel the faith of the next generation. More information at faithkids.org.

● CARE Additional Care groups listed on page 20.

Prayer Nights Thursdays, 6-6:30 PM | Campagna Chapel We believe in the power of prayer!

Please join us to lift up prayer requests.

Meets weekly Care Line (219) 440-2678 We want to care for you! This number is available to make our leadership teams aware of any need you may have. Please leave a message and we will return your call within 24 hours.

Prayer Ministry Contact Karen Hines ksera@live.com Meets before and after each Sunday service in the Prayer Room located in the Worship Center.

SERVE Technical Arts Looking for a place to serve?

We need YOU to help set up the gym once per month. Many hands make light work, so this is a great way to make a difference! We also need help tearing down after the service.

To connect, contact Luis Garcia at lgarcia@WeAreFaith.org.

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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 9:30 AM to lift up our worship service, leaders, campus & region.

Service Time: Sunday, 10 AM *Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: reflectors@WeAreFaith.org Faith Kids Worship (Infant-5th grade) Sunday, 10 AM The Community Café is 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 2nd & 4th Tuesday Nov 14 & 18 | Dec 12 Valpo Moms (Moms with kids of all ages) Wednesdays, 9-11 AM Contact Kim at valpomoms@WeAreFaith.org Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesday Nov 1 & 15 | Dec 6 | Jan 3 & 17 ● MEN Men of Faith Saturdays, 7 AM | Upstairs Adult Classroom Contact Jim at jamesgammon@frontier.com Meets weekly

Bowgren Group Brent Bowgren alpsjack1@gmail.com STEPPING UP GROUP Men’s Bible Study Tad Dranger dranger_11@yahoo.com Marriage Ministry Groups See Care & Connections on page 20 ● STUDENTS Contact Eric at jabaay3901@comcast.net Watch the weekend program for upcoming events and scheduled meetings. ● CARE Additional Care groups listed on page 20.

SERVE Faith Kids (infant-5th grade) Contact Pastor Brad at bhaitsma@WeAreFaith.org OR Dan Callan at dcallan@WeAreFaith.org Musicians wanted!

Are you an instrumentalist or vocalist interested in serving? We would love to get to know you! For more information, please contact Dan Callan at dcallan@WeAreFaith.org.

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

If interested in serving in any of these areas, visit the Welcome Center for more information or contact Pastor Brad at bhaitsma@WeAreFaith.org.

Reflectors Ministry Sundays, 10 AM Contact Brent at alpsjack1@gmail.com Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday Reflectors Fall Fest Friday, Nov 17, 6:30 - 8:30 PM Join us for our 2nd annual “Fall Fest” for individuals with special needs and their families at Faith Valpo! There will be food, games, a costume contest (it might be past Halloween, but not too late to get dressed up!), and dancing.

Friendship Groups Thursdays, 6:30-8 PM Contact Brent at alpsjack@gmail.com Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday Nov 2 & 16 | Dec 7 ● CLASSES & EVENTS First Sunday Lunch Downstairs, following the worship service. Join us on Nov 5 | Dec 3 | Jan 7

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