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Men’s Life Prayer Breakfast Farmers Branch Campus Saturdays at 7:30 am
Ladies Bible Study Vista Ridge: Mondays at 6:30 pm Farmers Branch: Wednesdays at 9:30 am
Study: “Living So That” by Wendy Blight Cost: $15 (study guide) Our Ladies Bible Study meets weekly at both campuses, and includes large group teaching and small group break-out discussion. Our current study takes a look at how to apply biblical truths to modern day decision making. Wendy is a national speaker with the Proverbs 31 Ministry. Children’s Bible Study (Farmers Branch Campus)
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There are a few spaces available in Children’s Bible Study (open to children attending with LBS class member). If you’re interested in enrolling your child, please email Lisa Castello at: lrcastello@hotmail.com
All men are welcome for breakfast and Bible study in the Branch Café at the Farmers Branch Campus, hosted by Bro. Eddy Ketchersid. This ministry has been meeting together for years, and serves to encourage men in their faith and strengthen them in Christ. If you would like to know more about Men’s Life, contact: Bro. Eddy Ketchersid: 972-345-1645 eketchersid@thebranchchurch.org
SMALL GROUPS Have you found your Small Group? Whether you are checking out Christianity for the first time, or you have been a believer for years, a small group is a place to find friendship, engage in Bible study, and discover the power of prayer. We provide an online list of small groups you can visit, but we also want to encourage you to form new groups with friends and people you meet here at The Branch. For tips on starting a group, or to get help finding a group, contact one of our Campus Ministers.
Tim Ketchersid
Ryan Rainey
FB Campus Minister
VR Campus Minister
tketchersid@thebranchchurch.org
rrainey@thebranchchurch.org
Find a group or learn more at:
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ORIENTATION Are you ready to take the next step, become a member, and get more involved? Do you have questions about what we do and what we believe at The Branch Church? We want everyone who attends The Branch Church to engage in the activities we do together, and also to commit and submit to this body of believers. This is how we CONNECT, GROW, SERVE, and GO together! Whether you have attended for a short time, or have been here for years, make it official! Join us for The Branch Orientation. Upcoming dates:
• April 3 (10:45 am at the Farmers Branch Campus, 12:30 pm at the Vista Ridge Campus) • May 22 (10:45 am at the Farmers Branch Campus, 12:30 pm at the Vista Ridge Campus) RSVP at thebranchchurch.org/tbo and let us know you’re coming. We look forward to having you!
Neighborhood Grill Thursday, May 5
Branch Camp Bingo Friday, May 13
Farmers Branch Campus 6:30 - 8:00 pm Cost: FREE
Farmers Branch Campus 6:30 - 9:00 pm Cost: $25 per ticket
At the Neighborhood Grill, we open up the parking lot for a fun evening of food and fellowship with the community. FREE hot dogs and other food create an atmosphere where you can make connections with people from our surrounding community. We also have games and activities set up for the kids! Learn more at: thebranchchurch.org/grill
*Each ticket will get you a bingo card AND enter you into the raffle. Buy as many as you’d like!
All proceeds will help our students pay for Branch Camp this summer! Come play bingo for great prizes, enjoy delicious food, and bid in a live auction you don’t want to miss. But wait, there’s more! Every ticket to Branch Camp Bingo is a raffle ticket giving you a chance to win an extravagant “staycation” in downtown Dallas! Tickets to Branch Camp Bingo are $25, and you can buy them from any of our middle school or high school students. Learn more at: thebranchchurch.org/bingo
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Friday, April 22 • 6:30 - 8:30 pm Vista Ridge Campus Cost: $10 per family Come join us for an outdoor mother-son movie night. We’re watching Cars under the stars! We’ll have fun remote control car racing, concession snacks, and a competition for the best Cars-themed t-shirts. Moms, spend some time with your kiddos creating cool matching shirts to show off at the movie date night! Don’t forget your blankets and lawn chairs!
Learn more at: thebranchchurch.org/mother-son
Sign Up to be on the Kids Branch Summer Team! We have great volunteers at Kids Branch! They make nine-month commitments to sharing God’s love and truth with our kids every Sunday. They are the best! To show our appreciation, we are giving them the summer off! Help us honor them, and keep the fun flowing in Kids Branch this summer, by signing up to be on the Kids Branch Summer Team! There’s lots of roles to play; one is right for you:
Classroom Leader Classroom Helper Large Group and Worship Team Check-in and Greeters Nursery
Email Kristan or Brittany today to sign up!
Tim Scott NextGen Minister tscott@thebranchchurch.org
Kristan Renshaw Brittany Moore Kids Minister Farmers Branch Campus
Kids Minister Vista Ridge Campus
krenshaw@thebranchchurch.org
bmoore@thebranchchurch.org
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Student Body
knOWN Service Day • Overnighter Sat-Sun, April 16-17 Starts at 9:30 am Cost: $30 Our mission for the Student Body is to be disciples of Jesus Christ. It’s time we put our words into action. We will be having a Student Body service day followed by dinner and games, and then an overnighter. The Student Body will meet at both campuses on Saturday, April 16 at 9:30 am, where shuttles will take them to Klyde Warren Park in downtown Dallas for breakfast and morning worship/devo. At 12:00 pm, we’ll split up into groups for service time at different locations throughout central Dallas. We are partnering with several outreach and care organizations in Dallas so that our students can give back to the community as disciples. Once services are completed at 4:00 pm, we will head to iT’Z Family Food & Fun for dinner, fun (bowling, laser tag, rock climbing, bumper cars, laser maze, and video games), and reporting. We’ll end the night around 8:30 pm, and split up for the overnighter. Here in The Branch Student Body, we like to think that “loving people is knowing people.” So we ask that you please consider allowing your students to attend this event. It is a great opportunity for them, not only to give back to the community, but to build meaningful relationships as they experience discipleship first-hand. Registration opens on Monday, March 14. Learn more and register at: thebranchchurch.org/known
High School Graduate Dinner Friday, May 6 Farmers Branch Campus 6:30 - 8:30 pm We want to recognize, honor, and bless our high school class of 2016 as they transition to the next stage of life. We also want them to know that no matter where God takes them next, The Branch Church will always remain their home, and a place of encouragement and life. To celebrate this milestone and honor their parents and families, we are hosting a dinner on Friday May 6. Dinner and dessert will be provided. The deadline for seniors and their families to RSVP is May 2.
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Learn more and RSVP at: thebranchchurch.org/graduates
The Branch Student Body is our ministry to 6th - 12th grade students. This is an important time of transition into maturity in Christ, and we encourage all of our students to attend and serve in our weekend services with their families. We have several ways for students to connect including weekly gatherings, occasional activities, and special events like Branch Camp, retreats, and overnighters!
D/GROUPS DISCIPLESHIP GROUPS
D/GROUPS THE BRANCH STUDENT BODY
MB MONDAY BLEND
THE BRANCH STUDENT BODY
Farmers Branch
Vista Ridge
High School • Wednesdays at 6:30 pm Middle School • Sundays at 9:00 am or Wednesdays at 6:30 pm
High School • Wednesdays at 6:30 pm Middle School • Sundays at 9:30 am
The primary way The Branch Student Body meets is in weekly Discipleship Groups (D/Groups), where students grow closer to God, their peers, and to their leaders. This is critical to their development as followers of Christ.
MONDAY BLEND 7:00 pm on Mondays at the Farmers Branch Campus
Come hang out with your friends and our Student Outreach Minister, Ketch Smith, in the NextGen Coffee shop at the Farmers Branch Campus. Monday Blend is a great time to do your homework, play games, and spend time with your friends. Monday Blend is open to students from both campuses!
BREAKFAST & BIBLE 7:45 am on Tuesdays at the Farmers Branch Campus
BREAKFAST & BIBLE THE BRANCH STUDENT BODY
Come with your friends to Breakfast & Bible! Enjoy breakfast and an encouraging word from our Student Outreach Minister, Ketch Smith. Plus everyone will ride together to Vivian Field just in time for class! Breakfast & Bible is open to students from both campuses!
Questions? Ask us! Kyle Poff
Josh Brake
Student Minister Farmers Branch Campus
Student Outreach Minister
kpoff@thebranchchurch.org
jbrake@thebranchchurch.org
ksmith@thebranchchurch.org
Student Minister Vista Ridge Campus
Ketch Smith
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The Branch Elders These are our elders and their wives. The elders are the leaders of our church and provide oversight for the congregation. As servant leaders, they aren’t just setting policy and making rules, they are also responsible for: • Caring for those who are hurting • Mentoring those longing to grow spiritually • Equipping future leaders Don’t hesitate to approach them! Allow God to use them as shepherds in your life.
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Ron and Mary Beth Cash
Blake and Amy Crowell
Kevin and Becky Drew
Chris and Cindy Goodspeed
Farmers Branch Campus ron.cash@thebranchchurch.org
Vista Ridge Campus blake.crowell@thebranchchurch.org
Farmers Branch Campus kevin.drew@thebranchchurch.org
Farmers Branch Campus chris.goodspeed@thebranchchurch.org
John and Tracy Krantz
Chris and Kelly Leverett
Bruce and Deana Long
Vista Ridge Campus john.krantz@thebranchchurch.org
Vista RIdge Campus chris.leverett@thebranchchurch.org
Vista RIdge Campus bruce.long@thebranchchurch.org
Doug and Jan Nash Farmers Branch Campus doug.nash@thebranchchurch.org
Mark and Kay Pope Farmers Branch Campus mark.pope@thebranchchurch.org
Jeff and Jennifer Pratt
Bryan and Kathy Rife
Clint and Jennifer Schumacher
Vista RIdge Campus jeff.pratt@thebranchchurch.org
Vista Ridge Campus bryan.rife@thebranchchurch.org
Farmers Branch Campus clint.schumacher@thebranchchurch.org
Jason and Kimberly Schumacher
Chris and Tara Seidman
Ron and Vonnie Walker
Farmers Branch Campus jason.schumacher@thebranchchurch.org
cseidman@thebranchchurch.org
Vista Ridge Campus ron.walker@thebranchchurch.org
To learn more about the role of our elders at The Branch Church, visit: thebranchchurch.org/elders
Please continue to be in prayer for clarity, direction, and provision in our Third Campus initiative. Our Focus
For Elders
• That we will keep it “front and center.” We are missionaries in a “land of religion” helping people to become, and live as, disciples of Jesus. (Matthew 28:18-20)
• That they would be identified for service at the third campus.
For 250 People For The Hearts In The Vicinity Of The Third Campus • That they will be open to respond to the message of Jesus. (Acts 16:14) • Prayerfully imagine the faces of those you personally know in the area.
For Our Hearts • That we have the vision of Jesus – see people as He sees them – and are filled with compassion for those who are spiritually lost. (Matthew 9:35-38)
• That we will be filled with the Spirit for the purpose of being His witnesses. (Acts 1:8) • That the Lord will stir up the spirit of His people at The Branch to engage in this effort, whether it be through serving in some capacity, praying, giving, being a part of the launch team, etc. (Haggai 1:13-14)
For Key Personnel • That we would discern the right people to fill the roles of Campus Minister, Worship Leader, Kids Branch Coordinator, and Student Minister.
• Adults and children who answer this call and make up the launch team. • That volunteers are identified, equipped, and cared for.
For Our Existing Campuses • That our existing campuses will continue to thrive, and new servants will rise up to fill the holes that are left by those who join the launch team.
For Funding And Wisdom In Regard To Funding • That our trust in God’s provision remains strong, as well as our faithfulness to go “first and ten.”
For The Location Of The Campus • That we would find the right place.
For The Facility • That it would be well-suited for our mission and approach.
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Kids Branch ALLSTAR WEEK Mon - Fri, June 13 - 17
9:00 am - 2:00 pm Every Day Vista Ridge Campus Ages: Finished Kindergarten - finished 5th Grade Cost: Free
Your kids won’t want to miss this exciting week of instruction and training in basketball, volleyball, and soccer. We’ll kick off each day with upbeat worship, and follow that up with lessons from the life of Jesus. This will be a fun week for kids to train in the sports they love, while learning about the God that loves them! Plus, it’s a great opportunity to invite friends! Registration is now open, but we have limited space, so don’t miss the cut-off! Register today! Learn more and register at: thebranchchurch.org/allstar
Kids Branch WATER DAY
Tuesday, July 26 and Tuesday, August 9 9:00 - 11:00 am Farmers Branch Campus Kids of all ages Cost: Free
Join us for some fun in the sun! On two special days this summer, kids of all ages are invited to come splash around with a water slide, kiddie pools, water soakers, and so much more! Learn more and register at: thebranchchurch.org/water-day
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Branch Camp 2016: MARKED for Christ Sun - Fri, June 19-24 Camp Akiva Cost: $395 per person
Spend a week away from the clutter and noise of the big city with all your middle school and high school friends. Branch Camp is a time of building friendships, having fun in the sunshine, and growing closer to Jesus. Branch Camp is at Camp Akiva just outside of Point, Texas. We have the entire camp to ourselves! Registered students will check-in at the Farmers Branch Campus on Sunday, June 19 at 1:00 pm, and return Friday, June 24 by 4:00 pm. We want you to start your summer off right with a week of drawing closer together, and closer to God. This year our theme is MARKED: Jesus leaves His mark on everyone who encounters Him, and we are marked by Christ, marked in Christ, and called to leave a mark for Christ on the world. Registration for Branch Camp begins April 4. Learn more and register at: thebranchchurch.org/camp
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Spotlight: Back to the Cross Sun - Fri, July 10 - 15
Sunday Kickoff • 2:00 - 6:00 pm Monday - Thursday • 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Friday • 9:00 am - 8:30 pm (followed by family reception)
Farmers Branch Campus Ages: Finished Kindergarten - finished 5th Grade Cost: $90 per camper
Spotlight Music Camp is one of the best weeks of the year in the life of The Branch Church! We take over the entire Farmers Branch Campus, and our kids have fun learning about God as they produce a musical to perform at the end of the week. The kids have a blast being led by our awesome high school counselors! This year, we are doing the musical “Back to the Cross: A Kid’s Musical Adventure Through Time.” Registration for campers will begin April 10, with auditions for lead roles, solos, and special parts on April 16 at the Farmers Branch Campus, and April 17 at the Vista Ridge Campus. For high school students who would like to be counselors, applications are due April 22. Counselor spots will fill up! You MUST get your application in by April 22!
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The Farmers Branch Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the The The Farmers Farmers Branch Branch Chamber Chamber of of Commerce Commerce is is proud proud to to host host the the
The Branch Church En Español Farmers Branch Campus The Branch en Español. Somos tu Familia en Cristo. 2016: Año de Crecimiento Espiritual Permite que el Espíritu Santo te guíe a alcanzar tus imposibles. Acompáñanos y adoremos a Dios y fortalezcamos nuestra fe en Cristo en el idioma español. Actividades durante la semana: • Domingos de Adoración – 9:00 am Segundo Servicio de Adoración: DOMINGO 24 DE ABRIL, a las 10:45 AM. (clases bíblicas para niños de 3 meses hasta quinto grado en inglés)
• Martes de Oración – 7:00 pm
BRANCH BRANCH EVENING EVENING OF OF
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Lifetime Achievement Award - Eddy Ketchersid Lifetime Award -- Eddy Ketchersid Lifetime Achievement Achievement Ketchersid Business Citizens AwardAward - EssilorEddy of America, Inc. Business Citizens Award Essilor of America, Inc. Business Citizens Award Essilor of America, Inc. Small Business of the Year
Small of the Year Small Business Business Large Business of of the the Year Year Large Business Business of of the the Year Year Large Best Business Relocation Best Business Relocation Best Business Relocation
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(niños y jóvenes también participan)
• Miércoles de Estudio Bíblico – 7:00 pm (clases bíblicas para niños en español y reunión de jóvenes en inglés)
Esperamos verte pronto. ¡Nos encantará saludarte en persona!
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Luis y Schalee Sánchez lsanchez@thebranchchurch.org thebranchchurch.org/espanol
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THE BRANCH FAMILY NEWS We Mourn With: • Nanci Inman and her family in the loss of her father, Clayton Tuggle, on March 9. • Bren Reynolds and her family in the loss of
her mother, Disie Bryson, on March 16.
We Celebrate Theses Baptisms: 3/13/16 3/13/16 3/15/16 3/19/16 3/19/16 3/19/16 3/20/16 3/20/16 3/20/16 3/20/16 3/20/16 3/22/16 3/25/16
Cade Bonneau Jake Bonneau Stephanie Buckley Karim Oukhlif Vikie Hinojosa Rowdy Colten Rachel Barrientez-Lopez Carolyn Campbell Arael Parra Luke Rosenbaum Lynda Shehane Debbie Garza Carole Meade
3/26/16 3/26/16 3/26/16 3/26/16 3/26/16 3/26/16 3/26/16 3/26/16 3/27/16 3/27/16 3/27/16 3/27/16 3/27/16 3/27/16 3/27/16 3/27/16 3/27/16 3/27/16
Kyle Belew Matt Blake Mary Burcham Danny Cochran Jackson Corbin Ali Oukhlif Djamel Oukhlif Chad Reese Luis Badillo Brianna Badillo Dean Eladli Antonio Garcia Wes Hawkins Amber Hickerson Sara Huaman Barbara Morales Aiden Morton Micah Mullican
Weekend Stats - March 2016: Attendance Average: 2048 Contribution Total: $321,558
Branch Cares is a ministry designed to look after, and take care of, people within our church body. The vision for this ministry is to reach out, help, and connect with: Widows • Widowers • Single parents • Shut-ins • Caregivers • Those who are grieving If you are interested in becoming a Branch Cares ministry volunteer, or if you know of someone who is connected to The Branch Church and may be interested in having one of our ministry members contact them, you can fill out the Volunteer Application or Referral Form online.
Questions? Farmers Branch Email: fbcares@thebranchchurch.org Vista Ridge Email: vrcares@thebranchchurch.org Church Office: (972) 247-2109
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Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered recovery program that meets this, and EVERY, Thursday night. Freedom is here for all your hurts, habits, and hang-ups. Hear testimonies and find encouragement this week! If someone you know could benefit from this program, please invite them to attend. Learn more: thebranchchurch.org/cr
Every Thursday @ 6:15 pm Grades 6th–12th The Landing is an experience-driven safe place where students can share their struggles. Trusted adults are ready and willing to accept them as they are, not judge them, and would love a chance to walk through their journey with them.
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Upcoming Events Calendar Days
Dates
Event (Location)
Times
Sun
4/3
The Branch Orientation (Both Campuses)
10:45 am FB, 12:30 pm VR
Sat
4/9
Spring Women’s Event (Farmers Branch Campus)
9:00 am - 2:30 pm
knOWN Service Day and Overnighter (Student Body)
9:30 am
Mother-Son Movie Night
6:30 pm
Sat-Sun Fri Sun
4/16-17 4/22
4/30-5/1 High School Graduate Weekend
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Thurs
5/5
Neighborhood Grill (Farmers Branch Campus)
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Fri
5/6
High School Graduate Dinner (Farmers Branch Campus)
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Fri
5/13
Branch Camp Bingo (Farmers Branch Campus)
6:30 - 9:00 pm
Wed
5/18
Student Body Night of Worship (Farmers Branch Campus)
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Sun
5/22
The Branch Orientation (Both Campuses)
10:45 am FB, 12:30 pm VR
Fri-Sat
6/10-11
Go Weekend
2 Days
Mon-Fri
6/13-17
Kids Branch AllStar Week (Vista Ridge Campus)
5 Days
Sun-Fri
6/19-24
Branch Camp (Student Body)
6 Days
Sun
7/10
Spotlight Kick-off (Farmers Branch Campus)
2:00 - 6:00 pm
Sun
7/10
Rosemeade Rainforest Family Night
6:00 - 9:00 pm
Spotlight (Musical Camp for Kids) (Farmers Branch Campus)
6 Days
Mon-Fri
7/11-15
Weekly Events Calendar Sun
Early Service
Student Body: MS D/Groups
Mon
6:30 pm
Ladies Bible Study (Vista Ridge)
Mon
7:00 pm
Student Body: Monday Blend (Farmers Branch)
Tues
7:45 am
Student Body: Breakfast & Bible (Farmers Branch)
Wed
9:30 am
Ladies Bible Study (Farmers Branch)
Wed
6:30 pm
Student Body: D/Groups (Both Campuses)
Thu
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery (Vista Ridge Campus)
Sat
7:30 am
Men’s Life Prayer Breakfast (Farmers Branch Campus)
Sat
7:30 am
Mighty Men Bible Study (Vista Ridge Campus)
(Both Campuses)
Office: 972-247-2109
thebranchchurch.org
*Begins May 7
Email: info@thebranchchurch.org
Farmers Branch Campus
Vista Ridge Campus
3035 Valley View Lane Dallas, TX 75234
3601 Huffines Boulevard Carrollton, TX 75010
Sundays: 9:00 am & 10:45
Saturdays: 5:00 pm Sundays: 9:30 & 11:15 am