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Most Groups meet for 10 weeks beginning Sunday, October 6 - Saturday, December 13, 2013 Registration begins on Sunday, September 15 and ends on Sunday, October 13, 2013 Register online at
www.messiahcconline.org
or in-person in the foyer after Sunday Worship Services
Groups meet at the Ministry Center Messiah Community Church Ministry Center 10715 Red Run Blvd. Suite 110 Owings Mills, MD 21117
SUNDAYS
THE TRUTH ABOUT CHRISTIANITY Bring your questions? This is a safe place to get your questions answered about Christianity. Led by: Jason Hammond, Lorenzo Peay, and Victoria Wolf Time: 12:00pm – 1:30pm, Sundays, Koininia Room, Bring Your Own Lunch Book: Growing in Christ; Price: $10; Note: Books can be purchased at the Resource Table in the foyer after Morning Worship Service. Children’s Ministry available
LIVING SINGLE WITH A PURPOSE Led by: Khristi Gibson, Ena High, and Tristian Pickens Time: 12:00pm – 1:30pm, Main Teaching Room, Bring Your Own Lunch Book: Thrive: The Single Life As God Intended Note: This book can be ordered from Amazon.com http://www.amazon.com/Thrive-The-Single-Life-Intended/dp/0802407145 or another book distribution service. Children’s Ministry available
MONDAYS
OPEN TO EVERYBODY - FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY (FPU)
Learning God’s Way of Handling Money
Led by: Omar Savory and Elder Maurice Haywood Time: 7:00pm – 8:45pm, Main Teaching Room *This nine-week course meets until Monday, December 2, 2013 Materials: FPU Membership Kit; Price $100; Note: Materials can be purchased at the Resource Table in the foyer after Morning Worship Service. Children’s Ministry available
TUESDAYS
ADULT BIBLE STUDY – REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED
Understanding Other Faiths Led By: Pastor Rod Hairston Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Tuesdays Main Teaching Room Dinner served at 6:30pm Children’s Ministry available
HANGING OUT WITH CHRIST: A MINISTRY FOR TEENS
Royal-T
Led by: Matthew & Jennifer Lawrence Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Tuesdays, Cafe
WEDNESDAYS WHEN SHE PRAYS
How To Pray With Power Led by: Dawn Swayne and Jaclyn Small Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Wednesdays Main Teaching Room Book: Love to Pray by Alvin Vandergriend, Price: $10 Book Ordering Process 1. Go to www.prayershop.org 2. Type “Love to Pray in the search box in the left hand corner and click “Go” 3. Click on the yellow “Love To Pray” book cover by Alvin Vandergriend 4. Click “Add to Cart” 5. Click “Proceed to Checkout” and fill out the form 6. Click “Place Order” 7. You should receive an order confirmation and receipt by email Children’s Ministry Available
THURSDAYS
MEN’S FIGHT NIGHT PART 3 Led by: Minister Harry Swayne, Deacon Don Williams, and Jason Hammond Time: 7:00pm – 8:30pm, Thursdays Main Teaching Room Book: 33 The Series - A Man & His Traps Training Guide, Price: $17 Note: Materials can be purchased on the first day the group meets.
Frequently Asked Questions 1. What are Groups?
Casual groups of 10 or so people that come together once a week for 90 minutes to learn how to live, connect with others, receive care, and have fun too.
2. Who can join a Group? Any adult who wants to grow can join a Group. You do not have to be a member of Messiah Community Church to join. (changed wording)
3. How do I choose a Group? You choose a group based on your interest or the time it meets. Recommendation: If you are new to Messiah or just completed Boot Camp, the best place to start is with the Maturing at Messiah Group.
4. How much does it cost to join a Group? The cost of materials is your only expense. The average price of materials is $15.00. *Please Note: Additional expenses are incurred when Groups meet over a meal.
Who are the Group Facilitators? Group Facilitators are leaders in the church.
What can I expect from my Group Facilitators?
When Group Facilitators are asked to facilitate, we ask them to enter into covenant with the other Facilitators by making the following commitments: 1. They will embody and reflect the values and principles of Messiah Community Church and will follow the leadership of the Ministerial Staff. 2. They will faithfully attend Messiah on Sundays and : Intentionally identify and greet those in their Group Participate in the church through financial giving Lead their Group in an outreach project 3. They will make their Group a priority by: Faithfully attending their Group Preparing beforehand for their Group each week Inviting/welcoming others to join their Group 4. They understand they are responsible for the care of their Group. As a result, they will pray for the individuals in their Group. Follow up with each person in their Group Lead their Group in providing care for one another 5. They will strive to create an environment of growth in their Group by: Involving as many people as possible in Group discussion Creating a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment Beginning and ending on time
What is expected of me as a Group member?
Make weekly attendance a priority. If you have to miss due to an emergency, please contact your Group Facilitator.
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MESSIAH COMMUNITY CHURCH Power for Living’s Group Covenant Welcome to Power for Living. Congratulations on your desire to grow deeper in your relationship with God through this weekly study and the relationships that will begin in this Group. As a member of this Group, you will be asked to enter into a covenant with the other members to make this Group a priority. To be a part of the Group, you are asked to make the following commitments: 1. I will make this Group a priority by attending each week, keeping up with my assignments and participating in Group discussion. 2. I will strive to build authentic relationships with those in this Group by showing care, providing encouragement, and praying for their needs. 3. I will support the outreach project and get together with my Group for fun at least once. 4. I will explore honestly my next steps for spiritual growth.
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