Volume One May 2014 by Westwood Community Church

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4 reasons to join a small group: 1.

We are made for them. God has made us to be in relationship with each other - none of us are intended to do life and faith alone. When we have real connections that enable us to know and be known - love and be loved, we are meeting a central need that God has given us.

Build meaningful friendships. Having friends at church is the number one factor in keeping people involved in a local church like Westwood. Small groups are the best way to build spiritual friendships that help us to grow in faith.

The Church has always been about them! In Acts 5 it says that the early church met together in the temple courts for worship, and then from house to house to keep it going. We seek to emulate this model— meeting for worship on the weekends on our campus, and then breaking out into homes, coffee shops and restaurants to encourage and bless each other. Small groups are mini–extensions of Westwood into the community, neighborhoods and lives.

We grow with each other. Small groups are a place for people to talk deeply about the journey of faith, learn about God's best for us through the Bible, and pray for, and support one another along the way.

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Choose a category of interest and then click on Search

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By clicking on the group title, you'll see the details of the group and decide if it is right for you.

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Sunday morning services 8:30, 9:45 & 11:05am

On Sunday mornings, you will experience a variety of updated traditional hymns, along with the songs of today.

9:45 & 11:05am

Saturday & Sunday ELEMENTS

GroupSearch allows people to search online for open small groups Click on the down arrow under category.

Westwood services are dynamic and inspiring. As we express our worship to God, the music is celebratory though the style is varied. All our services feature thought-provoking messages that present biblical truth that you can apply to your life. The message is the same at all services.

Woodside Sunday services

GroupSearch—How To Find a Small Group

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Worship Services

5:00pm

The environment is relaxed and the music is a blend of soulful songs that are both relevant and reverent. Kids and Student program information on pages 4–7. Online at: westwoodcc.infellowship.com/GroupSearch

Then on the right side, under the section titled, Interested in the group?, you can submit a request to the leader for more information and someone will get in contact with you.

INFO: Lisa Nebel, 952.224.7348, lisa.nebel@westwoodcc.org

Current Sermon series 2nd Chance God April 26 & 27–June 14 & 15 Have you ever felt like you needed a second chance with God? Do you feel like you’ve blown it in your walk with God, made choices that you don’t see how He could forgive? Or perhaps tragedy in your life has led you to conclude God is far away and distant. Have you avoided God because of the distance you feel? Have you, one step at a time, drifted away from God and wonder if He wants you back? If any of these scenarios are true in your life, or if you know someone else who is far from God, a post-Easter sermon series, “Second Chance God” will bring hope and help to move forward in your relationship with the God of Abraham, Isaac and second chances! Looking at both Old Testament and New Testament stories and scriptures, Pastor Joel and Westwood pastors will show us that, like the Father of the Prodigal Son, God is waiting to welcome back, with open arms, those who are far from Him. At some point, everyone needs a second chance. Learn about yours at this 8-week series beginning April 26 and 27.

Communion

We observe Communion the first Saturday and Sunday of the month at all our services. Self-serve gluten-free communion is available at the usher stations on Sunday mornings.

Volume One @ a glance KIDS & STUDENTS (pages 4–7)

FIND: • Programs on Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings • Worship Arts Programs • Event details • Preschool • Helpful resources

CONNECT & GROW (pages 8–13)

FIND: • Adult Ministries • Bible Studies • Classes • Outreach • Small Groups • And more!

SERVE & GIVE (pages 14–19) A complete listing of our ministry teams including:

• Choir &

Orchestra

• Westwood Wheelers

• Guardian Angels • SummerWood

CARE & SUPPORT

LIFE EVENTS (page 22)

(pages 20–21)

FIND: • Baptism • Child Dedication • Funeral Hospitality • Marriage Ministry • Wedding Preparation • Family News

FIND: • Pastoral Care • Prayer Ministry • Prayer Gatherings • Spiritual Mentoring • Support Groups

Senior Worship

• And more!

@ a deeper glance A

Adults: 20s and 30s (Catalyst) �� 8 Adults: 50+ (Mature Generation) �� 9 Adults: Singles 40s–60s (Transformations) �� 8 Alpha �� 10

Baptism �� 22 Bible Study: Lamplighters �� 9 Bible Study: Men �� 10 Bible Study: Women’s Bible Study (WBS) �� 10 Birth Announcements �� 22

Catalyst, see Adults: 20s–30s �� 8 Choir �� 13 Classes �� 10 Communion �� 2 Contacts �� 24

Equip: Small Group Leadership Training �� 10 Essentials: A Deep Dive Into the Core Beliefs of the Christian Faith �� 10

Family News �� 22 Funeral Support �� 22

Getting Acquainted �� 11 Giving Online �� 15 I InFellowship, see Westwood Online Account �� 17

Kids’ Music & Arts �� 5

Leadership, see Classes: Wellspring �� 11 LifeKeys �� 10 Live streaming �� 11

Mature Generation, see Adults: 50+ �� 9 Membership Seminar �� 11 Men’s Ministry �� 12 Mentoring, see Spiritual Mentoring 20 Missions, see Outreach �� 12 Moms Connect �� 13 MOPS �� 13 Music, see Worship Arts �� 13

Online Resources �� 11 Orchestra �� 13 Outreach �� 12

Pastoral Care �� 20 Prayer Ministry: Needing Prayer �� 20 Preschool �� 5

Sermon series �� 2 Serving �� 14 Singles �� 8 Small Groups �� 12 Special Families Ministries �� 5 Spiritual Mentoring �� 20 Start: Small Group Leadership Training �� 11 Students’ Music & Arts �� 7 Support Groups �� 21

The Table �� 11 Transformations (see Adults: Singles) �� 8

Volunteer �� 14

Wedding Preparation �� 22 Wellspring Leadership Development �� 11 Westwood Online Account (InFellowship) �� 17 Women’s Ministry �� 12 Worship Arts �� 13 Worship Arts for Kids, see Kids’ Music & Arts �� 5 Worship Arts for Kids, see Students’ Music & Arts �� 7 Worship Services �� 2

Young Adults, see Adults: 20s–30s �� 8

Kids MAY 3

All Church / Kids’ Music & Arts

Sunday AM

Kids’ Spring Musicals

Birth–2 Years

Grades K–1

Saturday, May 3, 10:00am, Worship Center

Parents can feel comfortable attending the services knowing their little ones are well cared for by loving, trained Westwood staff. Background checks are completed on all kid’s workers. Programs include Little Blessings Nursery (birth–12 months), Little Bits 1 (12–24 months) and Little Bits 2 (24–36 months).

Provides fun and creative opportunities for earlyelementary-aged kids to learn and grow in God’s grace socially, emotionally, physically, intellectually and spiritually.

Donkey Tales, a toe-tapping country musical! Join Westwood’s kids (K-3rd graders) as they visit Tex’s Dude Ranch to hear Bible stories about donkeys, including stories of Balaam’s donkey, the Good Samaritan, and Jesus riding into Jerusalem. *Purchase tickets ($5) online.

INFO: Jane Pears, 952.224.7425 Jane.Pears@westwoodcc.org

Grades 2–5

Age 3–5 Years Provides fun and creative opportunities for preschoolaged kids to learn and grow in God’s grace socially, emotionally, physically, intellectually and spiritually.

INFO: Vicki Stahlke 952.224.7456 Vicki.Stahlke@westwoodcc.org

Designed for today’s visuallyoriented kids. It’s fast-paced, energetic and full of surprises! INFO: Katie Rosenow 952.224.7454 Katie.Rosenow@westwoodcc.org

The Solid Rock Café Join Westwood’s 4th-6th graders as they head for a music festival and encounter difficulties along the way. With help from the Solid Rock Café staff, the kids discover that the Bible has all of the answers! *Purchase tickets ($5) online. INFO: Krista Petersen, 952.224.7366 Krista.Petersen@westwoodcc.org MAY 22 & 23

Families

Family Service Night at Feed My Starving Children

Thursday and Friday, May 22 and 23, 6:00–7:30pm 18732 Lake Drive East (Chanhassen)

INFO: Kelli Hollerich, 952.224.7352 Kelli.Hollerich@westwoodcc.org A Family Room is available outside both the Worship Center and the Woodside room. If your child becomes restless during the service, you are invited to watch the service with your child in a Family Room.

It’s almost summer and it’s time to celebrate! Join us on one of two nights for a family night of service and celebration of all we have learned in the last school year in Westwood Kid’s Ministries! We will meet at Feed My Starving Children in Chanhassen to pack meals with parents and their kids kindergarten and older. FREE. *Register online.

A designated nursing area is located downstairs in the Little Blessings Nursery (B104), which includes a live feed of the service.

INFO: Jordan Bloomquist, 952.224.7466 Jordan.Bloomquist@westwoodcc.org

Saturday & Sunday PM ELEMENTS

Kids Finishing Grade 5

Birth–Grade 5

Fifth Grade Celebration

Programming provided for kids while parents enjoy the ELEMENTS service. Little ones will be cared for by loving volunteers and staff. Saturday INFO: Katie Rosenow, 952.224.7454 Katie.Rosenow@westwoodcc.org Sunday INFO: Sophia Hedberg, 952.224.7450 Sophia.Hedberg@westwoodcc.org

JUNE 1

Sunday, June 1, 12:30–1:30pm, Room A112 This year is filled with BIG, COOL things...one of which is our fifth graders moving on up to middle school! Current 5th graders and their families are invited to join us for shared memories, prayer, treats, and a chance to meet the middle school team! No cost, but RSVPs are helpful! INFO/RSVP: Jordan Bloomquist, 952.224.7466 Jordan.Bloomquist@westwoodcc.org

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Volume One

Kids JUNE 8

All Kids & Students

Birth Announcements / page 22

Promotion Weekend

Saturday and Sunday, June 7 & 8

Child Dedications / page 22

Promotion is for kids and students entering K–12 in the fall! Everyone moves up to the next grade. Kids ages 5 and under move up on or around their birthday. Kids currently in grade 5 will join Xchange at 11:05am in Room A112.

Kids’ Music & Arts See the Arts Summer Camp offered in July at right! INFO: Krista Petersen, 952.224.7366 Krista.Petersen@westwoodcc.org

JELLYS/K–Grade 1

JUNE 16–19

Ages 4–grade 4

(Jesus Especially Loves Little Youngsters Singing) Sundays, 5:00–6:15pm, Room B118

JAM/Grades 2–3 (Jesus, Arts & Me) Sundays, 5:00–6:15pm, Room B102

Vacation Bible School

WiNK/Grades 4–6 (Worship in the Name of the King)

Details on page 23.

Sundays, 4:45–6:15pm, Room A111

Something to Say Girls Ensemble/Grades 5–12 More info on page 7.

Kids Music & Arts

JULY 14–18

Special Families Ministries Helping families with kids who have special needs to grow closer to God and to connect further at Westwood.

Arts Summer Camp

INFO: Randi Mitchell, 952.224.7316 Randi.Mitchell@westwoodcc.org

Kids in grades K–6 are invited to join us for an Arts Summer Camp. JELLYS and WiNK Directors Nancy Meyer and Liz Anderson will lead your child each morning in dancing, singing, and acting. Each weekday we will prepare to perform a musical on Friday at 11:00am for parents, grandparents and friends! It will be a fun summer week of arts with a Gospel message. Kids will LOVE it! Cost: $85. *Register online.

Guardian Angels/Merge Allows kids with special needs the opportunity to grow in their relationship with Christ through a one-to-one partnership with a trained Guardian Angel. Kids participate in worship and learning that is meaningful to them.

July 14–18, 9:00–11:30am, Room A111 & A112

INFO: Krista Petersen, 952.224.7366 Krista.Petersen@westwoodcc.org

Merge Classroom / page 7 Respite Events Provides fun programming for kids with special needs while parents have time off.

Facebook ID: Westwood

Westwood Preschool

Children’s Ministry

Westwood Preschool Summer Camp

June 9–12, 9:00am–12:00pm or July 14–17, 9:00am–12:00pm Summer Camp for Preschoolers is arriving. Register online at: www.westwoodpreschool.org INFO: Kristi Swier, 952.224.7426 or Becky Steffensen 952.224.7452; www.WestwoodPreschool.org

Resources The Kid’s Ministries staff seeks to provide you with free resources that will encourage your child’s growth:

Adventure Bible: A great Bible resource for your kids! Buy it on Amazon or at Barnes and Noble.

HOMEFRONT HomeFront is a monthly spiritual parenting resource. Print it out right from your own computer! HomeFront is also now available as a FREE APP in the Apple Store or Android Marketplace for your smart phone or iPad. Online at: www.westwoodcc.org/children

May 2014

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Students SUMMER 2014

Grades 6–12

Sunday AM We invite students to trust Jesus and to experience life in all of its fullness. Join us on Sundays at 11:05!

Xchange/Grades 6–8 11:05am, Room A112

We worship together, participate in discussion groups with caring adult leaders, play games & mixers to get moving, and hear a message related to middle school students. Students, bring your Bibles!

HSM “High School Ministry”/Grades 9–12 HSM is no longer meeting on Sundays. Students are encouraged to worship with their family and/or friends in the main Worship Center or the Woodside room during one of the weekend services. Students will continue to join their peers for student specific programming on Wednesday evenings during the school year from 8:00–9:30pm.

Hype (grades 6-8) June 22–26 ($330)

Colorado (grades 10-12) June 26–July 2 ($650) Filled, there is a waitlist *online.

Wednesday PM

Unite (grade 9)

Boost/Grades 6–8

6:45–8:00pm, ends May 14 and registration opens in the fall Middle school students gather to have fun, explore faith, and engage in small group conversation about the message each week.

Upper Room/Grade 9

Middle School Mission Trip to Duluth July 13-18 ($475)

High School Mission Trip to St. Louis July 13-19 ($520)

July 7–12 ($499) Sign up today for camps or mission trips. Students experience fellowship with each other and their leaders from student programming. This is foundational to building healthy relationships and bringing students closer to God! Please note that grades are based on fall of 2014. *Register online.

8:00–9:30pm, ends May 14 and registration opens in the fall

INFO: Pam Schwarz, 952.224.7362, Pam.Schwarz@westwoodcc.org

This theology and Christian doctrine program helps solidify faith beliefs. Students build relationships in small groups while discussing faith questions.

All Church / Seniors

En Route/Grades 10–12

Senior Recognition Weekend

8:00–9:30pm, ends May 7 and registration opens in the fall Each week includes worship, a message and small group connection. INFO: Pam Schwarz, 952.224.7362 Pam.Schwarz@westwoodcc.org

MAY 17 & 18

Saturday, May 17, 5:00pm Sunday, May 18; 8:30, 9:45, 11:05am and 5:00pm Come to a weekend service on May 17 or 18 to enjoy a slideshow recognizing our seniors. Please note the photo deadline was April 1; we are not able to accept additional photos. INFO: Pam Schwarz, 952.224.7362, Pam.Schwarz@westwoodcc.org

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Volume One

Students Grades 6–12

JUNE 1

Classes & Studies Find Your Fit, LifeKeys for Teens and Young Adults Wednesdays, May 14–June 11, 6:30–8:30pm

Discover God’s unique purpose for teens and young adults. This fun, five-week class, grounded in biblical principles, will help explore, unpack, and discover your unique blend of talents, spiritual gifts, passions, values and personality–how God has uniquely made you to be. Cost is $5. *Register online. INFO: Gary Kriegel, 612.462.9992, Kriegs92@gmail.com

Merge Classroom

Sundays, 11:05am, Room B100 Offers teens with special needs a place to gather together for Bible teaching, fellowship, music and fun. Taught by a Special Ed professional & staffed with caring classroom assistants. See page 5 for information on our Special Families ministry.

ROOTS

Wednesdays, May 21–June 11, 6:45–8:00pm, Room A112

Baptism Class for Students

Sunday, June 1, 9:45–10:45am, Room A111 If you are in grades 6–12 and interested in baptism on June 22, this class is required. See page 20 for more details on baptism. *Register online. INFO: Pastor Dianne DeKoning, Dianne.DeKoning@westwoodcc.org

Join us for this free Bible study for students currently in grades 6–8. *Registration online coming.

All Kids & Students

INFO: Pam Schwarz, 952.224.7362 Pam.Schwarz@westwoodcc.org

Promotion Weekend Sunday, June 8

Students currently in grade 5 will join Xchange at 11:05am in Room A112. Students currently in grade 8 are encouraged to worship with their family and/or friends during one of the weekend services in the Worship Center or Woodside.

Students’ Music & Arts Something to Say Girls Ensemble Sundays, 9:30–10:45am, the Intersection

Join a small group of girls in grades 5–12 learning to use their gifts and talents to glorify God through singing and leading worship. Musical note reading experience is recommended. Having a growing heart for worshipping Jesus is what this group is all about. Sign up now by e-mail to Krista. INFO: Krista Petersen, 952.224.7366 Krista.Petersen@westwoodcc.org

JUNE 8

INFO: Pam Schwarz, Pam.Schwarz@westwoodcc.org

Resources Follow Student Ministry groups on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram. Also, watch for the Student Ministry monthly e-newsletter (subscribe at www.westwoodcc.org/students). WSM (all grades) Twitter ID: @WSMParentLink Boost (grades 6–8) Facebook ID: WSM Middle School Students Boost Parents Facebook ID: WSM Middle School Parents Upper Room (grade 9) Facebook ID: Westwood Upper Room 2013–14 Upper Room Parents Facebook ID: Westwood Upper Room Parent Page 2013–14 En Route (grades 10–12) Facebook ID: We Are En Route En Route Parents Facebook ID: En Route Parent Page En Route Twitter ID: @enroutewcc En Route Instagram ID: EnRouteWCC

May 2014

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Connect & Grow MAY 9

Adults: 20s and 30s (Catalyst)

Adults: 20s and 30s (Catalyst) Westwood’s Catalyst Ministry is a place for adults 20s–30s in all stages of life–married, single or with kids–to develop relationships with God and one another. Our vision is to reach and assimilate the next generation into community life and leadership. INFO: Jen Flavin, 952.224.7458, Jen.Flavin@westwoodcc.org

Online Resources Facebook ID: Catalyst at Westwood Twitter ID: @catalystwcc

Small Groups

Ladies’ Night

Friday, May 9, 6:30–8:30pm Room A111 Enjoy a ladies’ night with other women in their 20s and 30s of all life stages. Becky Patton, from True Essence, will be our guest speaker helping us grow toward relational wholeness with friends and significant others. We will celebrate who we are as women and hear what God’s Word says about us. Pizza, salad and dessert provided. Cost $15. *Register online.

Small groups are now online at: westwoodcc.infellowship.com/groupsearch

INFO: Jen Flavin, 952.224.7458, Jen.Flavin@westwoodcc.org

Adults: Singles 40s–60s (Transformations)

Adults: 20s and 30s (Catalyst)

We are a community where singles can be transformed by God’s love and amazing grace while developing friendships, growing spiritually, and serving joyfully. No matter what your past is, we offer a safe and welcoming environment where you can connect with others and Jesus Christ.

Becky Patton, guest speaker for Catalyst Women’s Event

MAY 21

Coffee and Ice Cream Hang

Wednesday, May 21, 7:00–9:00pm (Excelsior)

Sundays, ends May 4, 6:45–8:30pm, Room B102

May 21 could call for an evening of ice cream or coffee—in MN you just don't know what the weather will bring! Join us in Excelsior for coffee at Dunn Bros or ice cream at Licks Unlimited followed by some hang out time by Excelsior Commons Park (just down the road by the water)! Meet us on the patio at Dunn Bros (look for Jen Flavin). Be sure to invite your friends! RSVP on our Facebook Event Page, "Catalyst at Westwood."

Studying God’s Story, Your Story, When His Becomes Yours by Max Lucado.

INFO/Registration: Jen Flavin, 952.224.7458 Jen.Flavin@westwoodcc.org

INFO: WestwoodSingles@yahoo.com

Book Study

INFO: Bob Oatley, RAOat@comcast.net, 952.405.6837 MAY 29

Adults: 20s and 30s (Catalyst)

Online Resources Facebook ID: Westwood Singles Ministry Newsletter ID: Find out about important events. To subscribe, go to www.westwoodcc.org/subscriptions.

Serving Come serve at Cornerstone, an organization supporting families suffering from domestic abuse & violence, with the Singles group during Serve On Saturday (see back page for details).

Love and Relationships for Men & Women (Singles, Married, Dating) Thursday, May 29, 7:00–9:00pm, Room A112

Do your relationships fulfill your expectations, needs and desires? When relationships are good, then our lives are enriched; if relationships are conflicted, hurting, or disconnected, then this can become the lens through which we view life, each other, and ultimately ourselves. Join us for an evening discussing relationships with Barbara Macintosh, a marriage and family therapist. Come by yourself or with a friend or significant other. Cost: free. *Register online beginning May 8. INFO: Jen Flavin, 952.224.7458, Jen.Flavin@westwoodcc.org

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Volume One

Connect & Grow Adults: Singles 40s–60s (Transformations)

Adults: 50+ (Mature Generation)

MAY 31

Campfire Potluck and Treats Night

Pastor Mark Nelson’s new ministry is all about reaching the mature generation with the love of Jesus Christ with a holistic approach that will be felt-need driven. Three distinct generations of adults are being targeted: the Boomers (50-64), the Builders (65-79) and the Elders (80+). INFO: Pastor Mark Nelson, 952.224.7382 Mark.Nelson@westwoodcc.org

Classes

Saturday, May 31, 6:00–11:30pm, Carver Park Reserve–Parley Campfire Site, 7290 Victoria Drive, Victoria, MN 55386 Join us for a potluck around a campfire, campfire treats (provided), singing and fellowship. There will be horseshoeing (bring shoes), volleyball courts (bring a ball) and lawn games. You can bring your own chair, flashlight and something for potluck (A-E: pkg of brats, precooked kind, or hot dogs AND a package of buns; F-J: Appetizers; K-N: Fruit/Veggies; O-S: Salads; T-Z: Side Dishes). Cost: $5 for campfire treats/site cost. *Registration online coming.

See Even Better After 50 Class (page 10).

INFO: WestwoodSingles@yahoo.com

Online Resources

Adults: 50+ (Mature Generation)

APRIL 2015

Facebook ID: Mature Generation Twitter ID: @MarkLNelson Website ID: www.MatureGeneration.com

Small Groups

Small groups are now online at: westwoodcc.infellowship.com/groupsearch

Alpha / page 10 Bible Study: Lamplighters Lamplighters Bible study groups offer several opportunities to study Scripture, make new friends, grow spiritually, and learn how to be a disciple for Christ.

Lamplighters Men’s Groups Joshua: Mondays 7:00–8:00pm, Seedlings Bookstore (Chanhassen)

Book of Esther: Tuesdays 7:00–8:00am, Dunn Bros (Excelsior)

Joshua: Thursdays 7:30–8:30am, Hazellewood Grill (Excelsior) INFO/Registration: Tim Thoele, 612.834.3088 Thoele.Tim@principal.com For retired men: Mondays or Thursdays, 9:00–10:30am Room A205 (See open house details at right) INFO: Roger Andersen, 952.270.9347, RDA53@aol.com

1 Peter: Wednesdays, 6:00– 7:00pm, Seedlings Bookstore (Chanhassen)

April 6–16, 2015

Join us for a post-Easter 2015 spiritual pilgrimage in Israel. Pastor Mark and Elizabeth Nelson will lead an inspirational and instructional tour to Jerusalem and the Holy Land. Your heart will be expanded and your mind will be stretched as God ignites in you a new passion for Jesus Christ and His purpose in your life. We will be embarking on this incredible journey the day after Easter next year. It will be a fascinating time in Israel as they will be celebrating Passover and the Holy Easter Season. Travel arrangements are currently being developed. Exact dates and trip itinerary are forthcoming and we look forward to sharing them with you. Approximate cost: $4,000 per person. Trip registration will open June 1, 2014. INFO: Pastor Mark Nelson, 952.224.7382 Mark.Nelson@westwoodcc.org Lamplighters

MAY 5

Lamplighter’s for Retired Men—Open House

Lamplighters Women’s Groups James: Thursdays, 9:30– 10:30am, 318 Café (Excelsior)

Trip to Israel with Pastor Mark

Monday, May 5, 9:00am, Room A205

1 Peter: Mondays 6:00–7:00pm, Perkins (394 & Louisiana, Minneapolis) Gospel of John: Fridays 8:45–9:45am, Dunn Bros (Eden Prairie)

INFO/Registration: Patricia Thoele, pwittstruck@msn.com

Learn about two new Lamplighters studies for retired men at the upcoming Open House. We plan to start two Bible Studies, using Lamplighters study materials. Two groups will meet, offered on Monday and Thursday mornings, 9:00–10:30am. For details come to the open house or contact Roger. Studies will be led by Roger Andersen, a retired business person and author of The Executive Calling—Corporate Success Without Selling Your Soul. Each week will consist of 60 minutes of Bible study and discussion, and 30 minutes to just relax and enjoy getting to know each other! INFO: Roger Andersen, 952.270.9347, RDA53@aol.com

May 2014

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Connect & Grow Bible Study: Men

Equip: Small Group Leadership Training

No summer study. Join us in the fall!

Small group leaders! Join together with fellow group leaders at Westwood for a conversation that will help you to grow in this role. Westwood’s small group leadership team will collect your ideas in advance on what you would like addressed in this gathering. The content of this session will be based on your input. Equip training sessions will encourage you and assist you with tools to help you lead well. We will also share stories and celebrate what God has done in and through your group. *Register online.

Saturday, May 17, 9:00–11:00am, Room B102

Men’s Tuesday Night Bible Study INFO: Doug Burn, DABurn05@gmail.com

Bible Study: Women’s Bible Study (WBS) Wednesdays, June 18–July 30, 8:30–10:00am

Becoming More Than a Good Bible Study Girl by Lysa TerKeurst. How do I make my connection with God more real? What do I do when my thoughts pull me away from Jesus? Want to replace doubt, regret and envy with truth, confidence and praise? With her trademark wit and wisdom, this award–winning author, speaker and popular blogger will help you answer these questions and many others with Bible-based teaching. This six-week study can transform your walk with God from lackluster theory to vibrant reality. Come join us for a time of refreshment this summer on Wednesday mornings! *Register online by June 11. Cost: $20/advance ($25/first day) INFO: Jenny Hardacre, JennyHardacre@gmail.com

Bible Study Fellowship for Women (BSF) Wednesdays through May, 9:20–11:10am

BSF is an outside organization hosted at Westwood. Please contact Jean for more information.

INFO: Lisa Nebel, 952.224.7348, Lisa.Nebel@westwoodcc.org

Essentials: A Deep Dive Into the Core Beliefs of the Christian Faith Class in session, next session in the fall.

Essentials discusses the central beliefs/doctrines of Christian faith in depth. If you would like to increase your knowledge of what we believe as Christians, and learn skills on how to dialogue with people who may not believe the same thing, this is a course for you. Essentials is also a great next step if you have gone through Alpha or Lifekeys. We will cover topics like the inspiration of Scripture, the Trinity, salvation, the church and more. We will learn together by teachings from Westwood’s pastors; Joel Johnson, Brian Suter, Laura Gilbertson, and Dave Trautmann, as we discuss these topics around tables.

INFO: Jean Moore, JMMcMoore@gmail.com

INFO: Pastor Brian Suter, 952.224.7340 Brian.Suter@westwoodcc.org

Classes: Community Life and Learning

Even Better After 50 Class for Adults 50+

Thursdays, May 1–July 24, 7:00–900pm, Woodside

Alpha

The Alpha course is 12-weeks, meeting once per week on Tuesdays and one amazing Saturday. Next session in the fall. The Alpha course provides opportunities to explore ways to grow in your faith–reading your Bible, praying, and sharing your faith. At each session, people enjoy great food, laughter and learning in a relaxed and friendly setting. No question about life or God is seen as too simple or too difficult. Questions like “Is there a God?” or “Am I going to heaven?” are explored. Learn how to answer your friend’s doubts or questions about God at Alpha. If you have hit a plateau in your faith, are going through tough times, or questioning your faith, then come to Alpha. We look forward to seeing you.

In this 12-week course, we will work through the book, Even Better After 50—How to Become (and remain) WELL of Body, WISE of Mind, and WHOLE of Spirit in the Second Half of Life by Richard P. Johnson, PH.D. We will learn together the 12 fundamental competencies of how to live optimally...how to be your best...how to live fully in your 50s, 60s and beyond! Cost: $15 (book), $10 (workbook). Materials available the first night of class. *Register online. INFO: Kim Hanson, 952.224.7318, Kim.Hanson@westwoodcc.org

LifeKeys

Alpha Facebook search: Westwood Alpha

Next session in the fall.

INFO: Kim Martinek, 612.532.7937, KimMartinek@yahoo.com

Find out how your gifts and passions can be used to glorify God. This class is a must for every adult. Be prepared to be challenged and energized by understanding exactly how God wired you and how your gifts and abilities translate into “being the church.” No matter where you are along life’s journey, it’s never too early or too late to understand who you are in God’s eyes. Come as a single, couple, or family, as a student, as an employee, or a retiree. Join us for an eight-week journey seeking to understand our unique life gifts, spiritual gifts, personality types, values and passions that God has placed within our hearts. INFO: Jody Mayer, 952.250.1952, JMayer55345@gmail.com

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Volume One

Connect & Grow Start: Small Group Leadership Training

LIVE STREAMING

Thursday, May 22, 7:00–9:00pm, Prairie Room

God created us to be in relationship with each other. What we pursue in small groups at Westwood is genuine community and relationship. Great things happen in genuine Christian friendship– we are encouraged, supported, challenged and so much more. If you sense God nudging you to lead this kind of community, please join us at our upcoming two-hour training program. We’ll present content to help you prepare to start a new small group. *Register online.

Westwood is now live streaming all of our weekend worship services (full service– includes the worship). It’s great if you can’t make it to Westwood due to illness or if you are out of town. Share the link with friends and relatives who don’t live in the area! With your computer, tablet or smart phone, go to: www.westwoodcc.org/live

INFO: Lisa Nebel, 952.224.7348, Lisa.Nebel@westwoodcc.org

THE TABLE PROJECT

Classes: Care Ministry / page 20 Classes: Wellspring Leadership Development Successful Leadership Coaching

Sunday, May 4, 9:45am–10:45pm, Prairie Room Being an effective coach is an important leadership role, yet it can be difficult if you don’t know the secrets of successful coaching. Come learn how to apply the Situational Leadership framework to help develop an effective coaching approach. Chris & Kimberly Wolf will facilitate this free session to help you hone your skills in this important area. *Register online. INFO: Michele Christenson, 952.448.3336 Christenson.Michele@gmail.com

Getting Acquainted

FACEBOOK

Facebook is one of the ways Westwood ministry teams communicate. If the ministry you are looking for has a Facebook page, it will be listed under their ministry team in this issue. Look for Westwood’s page by searching “Westwood Community Church.”

TWITTER

Sunday, May 18, 9:45–10:45am, Room A205 Getting Acquainted is a casual gathering for newcomers and those exploring opportunities for connection at Westwood, offered the third Sunday of every month (fourth Sunday of every month beginning September). Join us over light refreshments to meet staff and ministry leaders as we get acquainted. Kid’s programming (birth-grade 5) is available downstairs in Kid’s Ministries. *Register online. INFO: Kim Hanson, 952.224.7318 Kim.Hanson@westwoodcc.org

Follow Westwood @westwoodccinfo

Westwood is now on LinkedIn

WESTWOOD APP

LifeKeys / page 10 Membership Seminar

Thursdays, May 8 & 15, 7:00–9:00pm, Room B102 Membership at Westwood means being a follower of Jesus Christ aligned with Westwood’s beliefs, values and goals. If you are ready to step into membership at Westwood, please join us for both sessions. During each session, participants will learn about the values, mission and beliefs of Westwood in this essential step toward membership. *Register online. INFO: Sabrina Downey, Sabrina.Downey@westwoodcc.org

May 2014

The Table is Westwood’s online community! Find interest groups, ministries, serving opportunities, growth tools and so much more Learn of prayer requests within the body and post needs of your own. westwood.tableproject.org

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Over 5,000 people have downloaded our app for iPhone, iPad and Android! Use it to view or listen to messages, access our social media sites, learn about upcoming events, even give to Westwood! In your App store, search for “Westwood Community Church.”

RECEIVE THE E-NEWS

Subscribe to various E-Newsletters within the community of Westwood. To subscribe, go to: www.westwoodcc.org/subscriptions

Connect & Grow Men’s Ministry

Small Groups

Westwood Men’s Ministry exists to draw men close to the heart of God and help them be men of honor by experiencing the joy of life together in serving Christ. Our core values are:

Westwood has over 70 active small groups that meet in homes or coffee shops in the surrounding suburbs of Westwood. Many groups slow their pace for the summer months and then resume their regular schedule in September. Consider taking a step toward knowing God better by joining a small group this fall. Grow in new ways by experiencing the gift of friendship, encouragement, prayer support and spiritual growth in your current season of life.

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Seeking the Lord first in prayer Cherishing the Word of God Following God’s will through the Holy Spirit Encouraging men in their faith Lifting up the Lord in praise Loving the Lord with all our hearts, minds and souls

INFO: Pastor Brian Suter, 952.224.7340 Brian.Suter@westwoodcc.org

Join a small group / GroupSearch GroupSearch allows people to search online for open small groups Go to: westwoodcc.infellowship.com/GroupSearch

Bible Studies / page 10

No summer study. A study will start up again in the fall.

Softball / see right, page 13 Small Groups Small groups are now online at: westwoodcc.infellowship.com/groupsearch

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Click on the down arrow under category.

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You can then submit a request to the leader of the group for more information on the right hand side under the section titled, Interested in the group?

Choose a category of interest and then click on Search By clicking on the group title, you’ll see the details of the group and decide if it is something that interests you.

Success Through Scriptures Ministry

Lead a small group

Are you a guy who loves the outdoors and wants to grow in your faith? Success Through Scriptures (STS) is a ministry for outdoor enthusiasts who love to fish, hunt, snowmobile, canoe, or camp.

Jump into becoming a small group leader by attending “Start,” Westwood’s new leadership training offered each month (details on page 11). If you are already a small group leader, join us for “Equip” leadership training. Both are geared to encourage and equip you to lead well.

INFO: Mike Schachterle, 612.867.8469, MWSWisdom@yahoo.com or www.STSRetreats.org

Outreach The Outreach Ministry is here to equip and engage Westwooders to draw others to faith in God through the love of Jesus Christ, helping to sustain their faith by assimilating them into Westwood Community Church or another faith-nurturing community of believers.

INFO: Lisa Nebel, 952.224.7348, lisa.nebel@westwoodcc.org

Women’s Ministry

Classes / page 10

Women’s Ministry at Westwood offers a wide range of opportunities for growth and connection. Our offerings include Bible studies, special events, small groups, MOPS and Moms Connect. Women’s Ministry at Westwood is about finding others who share a common interest, and learning and growing together in Christ. It’s building a community of friends you can call upon for prayer and support. We are passionate about helping women find ways to connect and grow.

Ministry Teams and Serving Events / page 18

INFO: Jenny Erickson, 651.338.6557, Jen_0779@hotmail.com

Mission Trips 2014

Announcement: Common Thread is Coming!

INFO: Chaz Nichols, 952.224.7464, Chaz.Nichols@westwoodcc.org

Rwanda August 1–11

Malawi July 30–August 9

Westwood will partner with Shine Ministries to bring healing to a country emerging from the effects of genocide. Our team will help provide pastor/leadership workshops, youth festivals, evangelism meetings, hospital visits and food distribution.

Westwood will partner with World Relief to help the church in Chitipa bring hope to a country emerging from the effects of AIDS/HIV. Our team will provide memory book training, home visits, childcare, and teacher and pastoral training.

Resources Outreach Facebook: search “Westwood Outreach” Newsletter: Subscribe at www.westwoodcc.org/subscriptions.

In July, Westwood will launch Common Thread, an informal way for women to connect to ministry, take a next step and meet other women of Westwood! Whether you are new to Westwood and looking to investigate all there is to offer or you are ready to take a step from one ministry to the next, this is the place to get more information. A casual evening of coffee and mingling with ministry representatives and other women of Westwood! Look for more information in the July Volume One. INFO: Tammy Hakanson, 952.836.9069 TammyHakanson@yahoo.com

Bible Studies / page 10

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Volume One

Connect & Grow Start a new small group!

Moms Connect

Fridays, ends May 9, 9:30–11:30am, Room B102 Moms Connect is a gathering for moms of school-age kids. We offer support, encouragement, dynamic speakers with lively table discussions and, most importantly, the chance to develop friendships with other moms. Set aside some special time for yourself and join us as we explore topics that include parenting, marriage, finding the next step, faith and friendships. Mothering is so much more fun when we do it together! Cost: $30, childcare not available. Light breakfast served.

Our goal at Westwood is to give everyone that walks through the door an opportunity to live life and faith connected with other people who are on that same journey. That takes a lot of groups, and it takes a lot of leaders—so we invite you to prayerfully consider starting a group! 5 easy steps to starting a small group: Starting a small group is an easy and efficient process. The steps to take are...

Blog: WestwoodMomsConnect.blogspot.com INFO/Registration: Tammy Hakanson, 952.836.9069 TammyHakanson@yahoo.com

Pray—about this potential group and for the people who will join you in it.

MOPS

Attend—a Start training (2-hour basic overview of leading a group at Westwood, details on page 11).

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is designed to meet the unique needs of moms with kids from birth to kindergarten who all share a similar desire: to be the very best they can be! Registration for the fall will open in late summer.

Become—a member of Westwood if you have not yet done so.

Submit—an application (will receive this at Start).

Launch—your group, after approval.

Join us in the fall.

INFO: Alyssa Theisen, WestwoodMOPS@westwoodcc.org

Small Groups

Men’s Ministry

Small groups are now online at: westwoodcc.infellowship.com/groupsearch

MAY–AUG

Worship Arts The purpose of the Worship Arts ministry is to grow the believer and reach the unbeliever. We exist to honor God and enjoy Him through the expression of lay artists in teams who use their gifts and talents to reach others with the love of Jesus Christ.

Choir

The new season will begin in the fall. Wednesdays, 7:30–8:20pm, Worship Center A large group vocal ensemble open to all adults age 16+. The choir sings in the morning services about once a month as well as for holidays and special events. No cost. To pick up music, contact Vicki Turner. INFO: Vicki Turner, 952.224.7396, Vicki.Turner@westwoodcc.org

Westwood Men's Softball

Kids’ Music and Arts / page 5

May 1–Aug 15 (Dates, start and end times will vary depending on league schedules.)

Orchestra

The new season will begin in the fall. Wednesdays, 7:30–8:20pm, Worship Center A large group instrumental ensemble, open by audition to adults 16+ who play any orchestral instrument. The orchestra plays about once a month, as well as for holidays and special events. No cost. To pick up music, contact Vicki Turner.

Teams will be forming soon and we have openings for men interested in playing! There will be two teams in Excelsior that will play Monday nights, as well as a teams in Chanhassen and Eden Prairie that will play on Thursday nights. Cost: $50.00. *Register online through June 28. INFO: Kevin Shiffer, 952.221.4260, kshiffer2000@yahoo.com

INFO: Vicki Turner, 952.224.7396, Vicki.Turner@westwoodcc.org

Students’ Music and Arts / page 7

May 2014

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Serve & Give Adult Teams Adult teams help our church flourish and create dynamic communities. If you are looking to serve, this is a great first step. See options below and contact the specific leader listed to see what the team is all about! Adult Small Group Leaders Facilitate a small group to encourage and support group members through relationships and faith building community. INFO: Lisa Nebel, 952.224.7348, Lisa.Nebel@westwoodcc.org Alpha Team Help run and support the Alpha class, reach people who have questions about faith or are wanting to grow further in faith. INFO: Kim Martinek, 612.532.7937 KimMartinek@yahoo.com Catalyst (Adults 20s–30s) Help adults in their 20s–30s to grow in faith by facilitating events and/or small groups. INFO: Jen Flavin, 952.224.7458, Jen.Flavin@westwoodcc.org Mature Generation Be a part of developing the ministry to Adults 50+.

Pursuing Christ Together Mentor and encourage someone for 6–8 weeks by facilitating Bible study and life application. INFO: (men) Dan Hazen, 952.448.6382 or (women) Cindy Lippert, 612.910.2765 Transformations: Singles 40s–60s Ministry Teams Join one of three teams to support the Transformations ministry to singles in their 40s and 60s. Teams include: Connect Relationally Ministry (help plan events), Grow Spiritually Ministry (help facilitate/ lead a small group) and Serve Joyfully Ministry (provide outreach/ serving opportunities). INFO: WestwoodSingles@yahoo.com Wellspring Leadership Development Team Recruit and develop leaders at Westwood. Wellspring provides Leadership Development courses and support for leaders. INFO: Bob Lippert, 612.910.2766, CRLippert@gmail.com Westwood Wheelers Combines a love for modern and classic cars with a desire to serve and reach others for Christ. Meets for social gatherings and an annual car show. INFO: Jim Theis, 952.224.7378, Jim.Theis@westwoodcc.org

INFO: Kim Hanson, 952.224.7318, Kim.Hanson@westwoodcc.org Men’s Ministry Help with events and facilitate small groups.

Women’s Bible Studies Team Be a part of a team that provides fellowship for women while growing in faith in Christ through Bible study. INFO: Karen Bennett, KarenLSBennett@gmail.com

INFO: Pastor Brian Suter, 952.224.7340 Brian.Suter@westwoodcc.org MOPPETS Childcare Help give moms in MOPS a time to study God’s Word and be in fellowship by taking care of their little ones. Commitment is one to two Thursday mornings per month.

Women’s Common Thread This team’s desire is to connect women with one another and discover their next step at Westwood. Point women in a direction that opens a bridge towards authentic Christian friendships and deepens their faith journey.

INFO: Ashley Richter, 763.807.7239, AARichter08@gmail.com

INFO: Tammy Hakanson, 952.836.9069 TammyHakanson@yahoo.com

MOPS Ministry Team Listen and facilitate small groups, help others grow in their faith, be a MOPS mentor mom.

Women’s Steppin’ Out Team A connection ministry designed to help women get to know each other. Team offers a spring and fall event each year.

INFO: Alyssa Theisen, WestwoodMOPS@westwoodcc.org

INFO: Kristi Rothenberger, 612.615.2233 Kristi.Rothenberger@yahoo.com

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

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Serve & Give Operations

WEEKEND SERVICE TIMES

Care & Support Teams Care & Support teams mean caring for others in both the good and the not so good times. If you have a heart of compassion, prayer or hospitality, these are teams for you! Marriage Support Partners Join this team if you have a heart for hurting marriages. All partners will receive enhanced training and be intentionally matched with men and women seeking support and prayer for their marriages. INFO: Debra Pirolli, 612.280.6891, Debra.Pirolli@yahoo.com DivorceCare Team DivorceCare offers support, encouragement and biblical teaching for those in various stages of separation and/or divorce. INFO: Kathy, 952.200.4604 Funeral Hospitality Hosts Greet and host family and funeral home representatives. INFO: Joyce Peper, 952.224.7322 Joyce.Peper@westwoodcc.org

Serve whenever you can! The commitment is flexible. The parking team is looking for new volunteers. Help direct cars during the weeekend services and provide a smooth flow of traffic for our guests. This is a great way to serve outdoors! INFO: Jim McFarland, 612.805.6619 Adults 50+ (Mature Generation)

GriefShare Support and encourage others as they grow in Christ through the grieving process. INFO: Julie, 952.200.0156, ScottJulies@msn.com Prayer Team Leaders and Members Pray with people after one of our five weekend worship services. INFO: Joyce Peper, 952.224.7322 Joyce.Peper@westwoodcc.org Prayer Shawl Ministry (Third Monday/month, 7:00–8:30pm, Upper Link) Knit, pray, and chat while creating beautiful shawls that will be gifted to those in need as a reminder of God’s infinite love. INFO: Mary, 612.812.0703, MrJ2203@gmail.com or Sandy, 952.471.9623, GrammaSandyH@aol.com

JULY & AUG

Connect & Serve with the Mature Generation Sundays, July 6–Aug 17, 9:45–10:45am, Room A206

Builders and Elders: If you were born around or before 1950 this is for you! Come meet others at Westwood who are looking for ways to connect relationally and serve joyfully in this great season of life. Hear from Mark, Pastor of the Mature Generation Ministry, discussing how you can use your time, talent, and the treasure of your wisdom. You can make a difference in your life and the lives of others right now— right where you are. Catch a new vision of the unique individual God has created you to be and hear a renewed call around what it is that He wants you to do. *Register online. INFO: Kim Hanson, 952.224.7318, Kim.Hanson@westwoodcc.org

Women’s Ministry

Wedding Ministry Resource and equip couples to prepare for their rehearsal and wedding at Westwood. INFO: Joyce Peper, 952.224.7322 Joyce.Peper@westwoodcc.org

Parking Team

SEP 13

Tour of Tables Saturday, Sep 13

Attend and help decorate a table for the next Women’s event, Tour of Tables! Be a part of an event that reaches and encourages women of Westwood and invited guests. INFO: Kristi Rothenberger, KRothenberger@yahoo.com

GIVING ONLINE Set up one-time or recurring contributions from a checking account or a credit card linked to a checking account. View your giving history You may need to create an InFellowship account (page 17). You have an account if you have registered your child or yourself for an event at Westwood. INFO: www.westwoodcc.org/inf, 952.224.7312 F1@westwoodcc.org

May 2014

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Serve & Give Connection Teams

Kids’ Teams

Connection teams offer hospitality during our weekend worship services and throughout the week. You can serve coffee, greet people as they enter, facilitate a LifeKeys class to help people discover their gifts and more!

Kid teams are a wonderful way to love on our families here at Westwood. Whether you enjoy the nursery, working with kids, or welcoming new people, there is a place for you! Please contact Danise McMilllen at 952.224.7342 or Danise.Mcmillen@westwoodcc.org if there isn’t a specific contact person listed.

Café Connection/Brew Crew Help create a welcoming environment through serving beverages before and after worship services. Sat PM INFO: Penny Robinson, 952.479.7135, PenniRose@aol.com Sun AM INFO: Alisa Butler, 612.616.1490, Alisa@alacartedesign.net Sun PM INFO: Mary Yount, 952.448.9060, MYount@comcast.net

Early Childhood Helper Love, care for, read to, and play with kids 0–35 months old. Elementary Coaches Shepherd a group of up to 8 kids. Build relationships, facilitate lesson application and activity, and pray for kids.

Getting Acquainted Team Host newcomer events. INFO: Kim Hanson, 952.224.7318, Kim.Hanson@westwoodcc.org LifeKeys Leader or Team Member: facilitate discussion, come alongside others. INFO: Jody Mayer, 952.250.1952, JMayer55345@gmail.com

Elementary Greeter Greet parents and kids and direct kids to their small group. Guardian Angel Provide 1:1 assistance for kids with special needs. Guardian angel needed on Sundays at 5:00pm. INFO: Randi Mitchell, 952.224.7316 Randi.Mitchell@westwoodcc.org

Worship Service Greeters Create a warm and welcoming environment.

Kids’ Music & Arts Work with students in grades K-6 who are a part of JAM, JELLYS, WiNK, WATCH and Something to Say (page 5).

Sat PM INFO: Laura Apt, LApt@nationalsalon.com Sun AM INFO: Dave Meyer, 952.443.5023 David.Meyer@mailhandling.com

INFO: Krista Petersen, 952.224.7366 Krista.Petersen@westwoodcc.org

Sun PM INFO: Courtney Volby, 952.200.1681 CourtneyVolby@hotmail.com Worship Service Ushers Welcome and seat people, create a positive experience. Sat PM INFO: Jessica Lebens, 952.224.7462 jessica.lebens@westwoodcc.org Sun AM INFO: Al Hecht, 612.759.0481, AlanHecht@mchsi.com Sun PM INFO: Al Tarman, 952.237.0456, AlanTarman@comcast.net Welcome Center Welcome new attenders and provide information on all that Westwood has to offer. INFO: Jessica Lebens, 952.224.7462 Jessica.Lebens@westwoodcc.org

Elements for Kids (5:00 PM Saturday or Sunday) Be part of the team that provides programming for kids during our evening services.

Preschool Lead Teacher Supervise classroom activities, teach lesson plans for preschool-aged kids. Preschool Helper Play with preschool-aged kids, encourage participation in activities. Weekday Helper Supervise classroom activities, teach lesson plan during MOPS, etc. Welcome Center for Kids Provide a warm welcome to new guests, help with registrations, and guide people to their classroom. INFO: Jane Pears, 952.224.7425, Jane.Pears@westwoodcc.org

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

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Serve & Give Operations Teams

Westwood Online Account (InFellowship)

Operations teams are varied with needs for many skill sets including accounting, creative arts, medical support, gardening, as well as some surprising options. The operations teams may have an opportunity for you!

An InFellowship account allows you to register for events, update your information, give online, search for small groups and view your giving history. If you have registered for an event at Westwood since Jan 2012, you already have an account. If you don’t have an InFellowship account, create one today!

Accounting Team Provides assistance with scanning gifts into our system.

Create an account

INFO: Mary Anderson, 952.224.7334 Mary.Anderson@westwoodcc.org

2. Click on the “Sign up!” button on the lower right. You will

1. Go to www.westwoodcc.org/f1 be prompted to enter your first name, last name, a login (an email address) and a password. Then click “Create Account.”

Gardening Team Assist with maintaining grounds. INFO: Jim Theis, 952.224.7378, Jim.Theis@westwoodcc.org

3. You will receive an email from

Graphic Arts Team Support the publications and communication vehicles of Westwood with professional level graphic design.

4. Lastly, fill in the remaining information and click on the

INFO: Amy Hazen, 952.224.7358, Amy.Hazen@westwoodcc.org

noreply@fellowshiponetech.com (check your junk mail box). Click on the activation link and log in using the email address and password you entered in step 2. “Save and Create Account” button.

Information Technology Team Applies information technologies to increase effectiveness of Westwood’s staff and ministries. INFO: Mark Teslow, 952.224.7368 Mark.Teslow@westwoodcc.org Medical Support Team A team of medical professionals who support medical situations that arise at Westwood. INFO: Cindy Alness, 612.716.0601 or Laena Farniok, WestwoodMedicalTeam@gmail.com Photography Team Tell the story of God working in and through Westwood through compelling photography that is utilized in print, visual and electronic media. INFO: Amy Hazen, 952.224.7358, Amy.Hazen@westwoodcc.org Program Stuffing Team Prepare the weekly Program for the weekend services. Team meets on Fridays in the Prairie Room from 9:30–10:30am.

Benefits Accurate information You can view your information and check it for accuracy. If you change your email address, home address or phone number, you can update it yourself online and the church will always have your current information.

INFO: Patti Flakne, 952.224.7404, Patti.Flakne@westwoodcc.org

Response Team (any service) A team of people who have a heart for being available in elevated/emergency situations. Training available for observation techniques & how to manage stressful situations.

View an online directory

INFO: Dean Held, 952.200.6043, DeanHeld@hotmail.com Traffic Team Provide assistance, direction, safety in the parking lot. INFO: Jim McFarland, 612.805.6619

As more and more people access their profile and “opt-in” to the directory, we’ll be building a directory of people at Westwood–individuals and families. You control whether and how much of your information is published.

Give online and view your giving history

Writing Team Tell the story of God working in and through Westwood by way of print, digital newsletter and web stories. INFO: Amy Hazen, 952.224.7358, Amy.Hazen@westwoodcc.org

May 2014

Once registered, signing up for the classes, events and ministry opportunities at Westwood can be easily done from anywhere via computer, tablet or smart phone.

When you register you’ll have a secure and encrypted connection to view your giving history and, if you desire, set up recurring giving. INFO: 952.224.7300, F1@westwoodcc.org

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Serve & Give Outreach Teams Outreach teams are about mission work and serving our community, bringing the love of Jesus to others. Joining an Outreach team will open your eyes to what God is doing here at Westwood to help reach people who don’t yet know Christ personally or to support our missionaries serving locally or around the world. Central Africa Ministry Team Partnering with World Relief to help the church in Malawi, Africa, that seeks to bring relief to a country emerging from the effects of AIDS/ HIV. The team will travel July/August, 2014, to provide memory book training, home visits, childcare, teacher training, and pastoral training. See page 12 for details on two upcoming mission trips. INFO: Pam Lohman, 612.598.2029, pam_lohman@yahoo.com Central Asia Team Reach an unreached people group, the Uyghurs, by committing resources to help God build an indigenous church among this Muslim people group of nine million in Central Asia. INFO: Mindy Conradi, 612.309.1994, MindyDC10@aol.com Compassion Ministry Team This new team will reach out to the community around Westwood to bring the compassion of Christ to those most in need.

Middle East Team Join Westwood’s new ministry to the people of a strategic middle eastern country. INFO: Chaz Nichols, 952.224.7464, Chaz.Nichols@westwoodcc.org Missionary Care Team Support local and global missionaries and their families through prayer, encouragement and hosting events. INFO: Deb Eklo, 952.292.3823, dnels3360@embarqmail.com Prison Outreach Letter Writers and Prayer Warriors Serve at church services or mid-week Bible studies held at the Women’s Prison in Shakopee. Be a part of a team to pray and write encouraging letters in response to prayer request cards. INFO: Steve Taborek, 952.294.1158, SteveTab30@msn.com Serve On Saturday (SOS) Make a difference by using your God-given gifts to help others in our local and greater communities. S.O.S. is a church-wide event that takes place on Saturday mornings, once a quarter. See back cover for details on the next SOS event. INFO: Lynn Carlson, 952.470.5763, CarlsonLynn@yahoo.com Westwood Wheelers See Adult Teams (page 14).

INFO: Chaz Nichols, 952.224.7464, Chaz.Nichols@westwoodcc.org

Student Teams

East Asia Team If you have a love for Asia, be part of bringing the message and love of Christ to university students and professionals in a major capital city of East Asia. This team also partners with the Hospitality Center for Chinese (HCC) which reaches U of M Chinese students, scholars and their families.

Student teams help bring “sticky faith” to our students. Make a difference by joining one of these teams below. You can help create faith in a student’s life that “sticks”! Contact Pam Schwarz at 952.224.7362 or Pam.Schwarz@westwoodcc.org if there isn’t a specific contact person listed.

INFO: Chaz Nichols, 952.224.7464, Chaz.Nichols@westwoodcc.org Evangelism Ministry Team If you have a heart for sharing your faith, join this new team as they develop ways for creatively reaching out to our community with the life-changing message of Jesus. INFO: Jeff Berger, 952.913.4958, JeffJBerger@yahoo.com ISO Team (International Student Outreach) Provide spiritual and practical support to international students at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum and Camp Tanadoona. INFO: John Waldron, 612.990.7516, John@waldronlaw.com Justice Ministry Team Outreach is forming a new ministry team focused on local and global justice issues. If you would enjoy building a new ministry, developing strategy and action plans, then this is an opportunity for you. INFO: Chaz Nichols, 952.224.7464, Chaz.Nichols@westwoodcc.org Love INC Westwood’s partnership with Love INC (In The Name of Christ) ECC (Eastern Carver Country) offers a variety of opportunities for you to save money and to share with those in need. Upcoming opportunities to serve and support Love INC are at right (page 19). INFO: Mary Morley, 952.448.3262, MMorley@LoveIncECC.org or Love INC ECC, 952.448.2508, info@LoveIncECC.org

AV/Tech Behind the scenes role assists with sound and visuals on Wednesday evenings. Bus Drivers If you can drive a bus, consider joining this ministry team to support Student Ministry trips. Next opportunity at right (page 19). Parent Presence Team Wednesdays during Boost (6:30–8:15pm); monitor halls and be a presence to our students for assistance. Small Group Leaders Caring adults are needed for Boost, Upper Room and En Route to lead a small group on Wednesday evenings. Shepherd students, build relationships, and help students grow in their faith. Student Worship Teams Students in grades 7–12 lead worship every Sunday for Xchange. Vocals, instruments or tech support are welcome. Students’ Music & Arts Work with students in grades 6-12 who are a part of Something to Say and WATCH (page 7). INFO: Krista Petersen, Krista.Petersen@westwoodcc.org

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

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MAY & JUNE

Xchange Discussion Group Leaders Engage students in grades 6–8 in a conversation about our topic, be a presence, and get to know students on Sundays at 11:05am.

Worship Arts Teams The vision of Worship Arts is to become a community of Spirit-filled artists that demonstrate God’s love in creative and compelling ways, helping to fulfill the mission and purpose of Westwood. Opportunities include singing in the choir, playing in the orchestra, serving communion, operating a video camera, and more. Communion Prepare and/or serve communion each month. INFO: Jessica Lebens, 952.358.1490 Jessica.Lebens@westwoodcc.org Media Team Work with new equipment on a team of great people! Needed: camera operators, video directors, light operators and stagehands. Training provided. INFO: Andrew Gustafson, 952.224.7324 Andrew.Gustafson@westwoodcc.org

Purchase Furniture at FurniShare

Friday–Saturday, May 16–17 and June 20–21, 10:00am–5:00pm 2977 Water Tower Place (Chanhassen) Shop for very gently used furnishings. Proceeds from the sales go to help support Love INC ministries. INFO: 952.448.3261

Prison Outreach Worship Team Prison Outreach is looking for servants with the gift of compassion and empathy who would like to serve at services or mid-week Bible studies held at the Women’s Prison in Shakopee. Be a part of a team to help lead worship. INFO: Steve Taborek, 952.294.1158, SteveTab30@msn.com SummerWood Senior Worship Services (Every first Thursday of the month, 9:45–10:45am) Greet or assist with leading a worship service for senior residents in Chanhassen. Spend time visiting with residents and praying for them.

Purchase Produce and Meat at Fare–For–All

Thursday, May 29, 4:00–6:00pm, Crown of Glory Lutheran Church, 1141 Cardinal St (Chaska) Purchase produce and meat at a low rate. More sales help drive prices lower. Fare For All is community supported and open to everyone. The more people that participate, the better. INFO: www.FareForAll.org

Student Ministry

MAY 17 & 18

INFO: Joyce Peper, 952.224.7322 Joyce.Peper@westwoodcc.org Worship Leading Choir and Orchestra The new season will begin in the fall. Watch Volume One for more details. Choir is open to those 16 and older, orchestra is open by audition. INFO: Vicki Turner, Vicki.Turner@westwoodcc.org

Drive a Bus for Student Ministry Bus drivers needed! If you can drive a bus please consider serving by driving a bus for Student Ministry. Next upcoming opportunity is: Wisconsin Dells Student Celebration Trip, May 17 & 18 Other opportunities will arise, so consider joining this ministry team! INFO: Pam Schwarz, 952.224.77362 Pam.Schwarz@westwoodcc.org

May 2014

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Care & Support Care Classes

Rock Your Relationship for Singles/Dating Couples

Baptism Class and Interviews

This free, interactive class teaches singles how to date with purpose and how to build a strong, healthy relationship with the opposite sex. What you learn will change the way you think about and approach romantic relationships. Meet and fellowship with other singles. Handouts are provided. Cost: Free. Open to all ages.

Fridays, June 6–27, 7:00–9:00pm, Caribou (Minnetonka)

Baptism is Sunday, June 22, 6:30pm, Lake Minnetonka (Excelsior) or Sunday, Sep 7, 12:30pm, Lake Minnewashta (Chanhassen). If you desire to be baptized, a class and/or interview is part of the process. The Baptism Class is required for children and students, and optional for adults. Everyone needs to be part of an informal baptism interview with a pastor or Westwood leader prior to baptism. *Registration online coming soon for the following: Children (ages 9–grade 5) Baptism Class Sunday, June 1, 8:30am

INFO/Registration: 612.618.2205, RockYourRelationship@gmail.com

Pastoral Care

Student (grades 6–12) and Adult Baptism Class and Interviews Sunday, June 1, 9:45–10:45am

Westwood seeks to demonstrate the love of Christ to increase hope in response to the changes and challenges of life. It’s our blessing to provide pastoral care of a spiritual nature to individuals, couples or families. If assistance is needed beyond the scope of pastoral care, referrals are provided to professional Christian counselors. Hospital visits, anointing with oil for healing, and prayer are all ministries available through our pastors.

Adult Baptism Interviews Sunday, June 8, 15 or 22, 9:45 and 11:00am

INFO: Joyce Peper, 952.224.7322 or Pastor Dave Trautmann 952.224.7304, Dave.Trautmann@westwoodcc.org

Children (ages 9–grade 5) Baptism Interviews Sunday, June 8, 8:30am

INFO: Sabrina Downey, 952.224.7314, baptism@westwoodcc.org

Prayer Ministry: Needing Prayer

Child Dedication Orientation Class

Sunday, May 11, 9:45–10:45am, Room A111 Parents who are dedicating kids for the first time at Westwood are strongly encouraged to attend this one-time informational class. The class is held on the second Sunday of each month.

Westwood is a community that is dependent upon God through prayer. Submit requests via the Info Card in the weekly Program, the Table (westwood.tableproject.org) or our website (www.westwoodcc.org/prayer). Prayer teams are available after each service on Saturday and Sunday.

INFO/Registration: Jane Pears, 952.224.7425 Jane.Pears@westwoodcc.org

INFO: Joyce Peper, 952.224.7322, Joyce.Peper@westwoodcc.org

Rock Your Relationship for Engaged Couples

Spiritual Mentoring (Pursuing Christ Together)

Sundays, May 18–June 8, 6:30–8:30pm Tuesdays, June 17–July 8, 6:30–8:30pm or Sundays, Sep 28–Oct 19, 6:30–8:30pm

This class is offered to meet Westwood’s premarital requirements. Course covers topics such as relationship skill building, communication, and identifies unique strengths and growth areas to equip and support you as a married couple. Cost: $135/couple. Space is limited. Meetings are held off-site. INFO/Registration: 612.618.2205, RockYourRelationship@gmail.com

Pursuing Christ Together is an invitation to strengthen your walk with God. By meeting consistently with one other person, you will be encouraged to follow Jesus Christ more closely. You will meet with an individual equipped to encourage you in your pursuit of Christ. Together you will select curriculum designed to facilitate Bible study and life application. The initial commitment is six to eight weeks. Time, location and number of sessions are defined by the two of you to fit your specific situation. This ministry provides one-to-one/two opportunities for learning the basics of faith, Scripture and spiritual life. INFO (MEN): Dan Hazen, 952.448.6382 INFO (WOMEN): Cindy Lippert, 612.910.2765

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Volume One

Care & Support MAY 1

Prayer Ministry

Support Groups The following support groups are underway and registrations are currently closed. Please contact the leader for information about future groups.

DivorceCare

Next session begins Monday, Sep 22. DivorceCare offers support, encouragement and biblical teaching for those in various stages of separation and/or divorce. INFO: Kathy, 952.200.4604 or Cy, 952.200.6546

UNITE: National Day of Prayer

Thursday, May 1, 7:00pm, Mariucci Arena (U of M Campus)

DivorceCare for Kids

Next session begins Monday, Sep 22. DC4K helps kids ages 5–12 heal from the hurt of separation or divorce of their parents. INFO: Tammie Kaupang, 952.500.9261 or Steve Lipschultz, srl.srl@comcast.net

Come together with Twin Cities churches for a night of prayer and worship. We invite you to come to one of the largest National Day of Prayer gatherings in America. This year, we're excited to be joined by Hillsong United, Nick Hall, and a United Twin Cities Worship Band! Tickets are $10 at the door or purchase in advance. This is a regionwide call for all ages to come together in prayer and worship to seek the heart of God for our cities and nation. Together, we’re praying for a movement of God in our day. INFO/Tickets: UniteNDOP.com

Understanding Domestic Abuse Wednesdays, 7:00–8:00pm

We recognize the need and want to respond to those dealing with issues of domestic abuse. Whether it is a loved one or yourself, you are not alone. Cost $15. INFO/Registration: Shannon, 952.224.7313

Care Ministry

MAY 4

Families of Incarcerated Individuals

Sunday, May 4, 11:05am–12:05pm, Prairie Room Westwood is looking to start a support group for family and friends who have a loved one who is incarcerated. If you are interested in hearing more about this developing ministry, stop in for more information. We would love to meet you. *Register online. INFO/Registration: Roxy Zenker, 612.559.4222 RoxyZenker5@gmail.com

Care Ministry

SEP 9–NOV 4

Financial Peace University

Tuesdays, Sep 9–Nov 4, 6:30–8:00pm Coming again this Fall! A life-changing class taught by Dave Ramsey on video and led by Westwood's financial ministry leaders. Save the date for this important seminar.

May 2014

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Life & Events Baptism

Sunday, June 22, 6:30pm, Lake Minnetonka (Excelsior) Sunday, Sep 7, 12:30pm, Lake Minnewashta (Chanhassen) At Westwood, we believe that baptism is for everyone who believes in Christ and has chosen to follow Him. Baptism is a time of celebration! In baptism, people express faith in Christ and publicly acknowledge their commitment to Him. Baptism symbolizes the believerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s union with Christ, spiritual cleansing and forgiveness, and promised resurrection into eternal life. Come and celebrate the lives of people at Westwood at our next baptism events! Baptism Class and Interviews / page 20 If you desire to be baptized, please see this page. INFO: Sabrina Downey, 952.224.7314, baptism@westwoodcc.org

Birth Announcements We love celebrating the birth and adoption of kids at Westwood. To have us share your joyous news in the monthly Volume One, please contact Jane. INFO: Jane Pears, 952.224.7425, Jane.Pears@westwoodcc.org

Child Dedications At Westwood, Child Dedications happen during regular worship services, generally on the first weekend of each month. This is a formal, special way to give thanks to God for the precious gift of a child He has bestowed upon us. Child Dedication Orientation Class / page 20

Funeral Support Preparing for a funeral or memorial service? Westwood comes alongside families who are in bereavement by providing pastoral support, funeral services and hospitality. INFO: Joyce Peper, 952.224.7322, Joyce.Peper@westwoodcc.org

Wedding Preparation At Westwood, we believe that a successful marriage starts before the ceremony. Couples will be expected to complete an engaged couples class or an equivalent premarital process, six months prior to the wedding date. Meet Westwoodâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premarital requirements by registering for Rock Your Relationship for Engaged Couples. Rock Your Relationship Classes / page 20 INFO: Joyce Peper, 952.224.7322, Joyce.Peper@westwoodcc.org

Family News Births

Condolences

Congratulations to:

Our condolences to:

Keith & Crystal Creech on the Jan 30 birth of Colter King

Joe & Jenny Erickson on the March 17 birth of Hattie Christine

Andrew & Jillian Leone on the Feb 19 birth of Anora Rose

Jay & Samantha Hancock on the March 28 birth of Grace Elizabeth

Nafe & Melanie Hagen on the Feb 22 birth of Soraya Jayne

Paul & Lindsay Schneider on the April 9 birth of Adam Craig

The Storms family on the March 31, 2014, passing of Susan Emily Storms

The Enfield family on the April 3, 2014, passing of Larry Dean Enfield

Chris & Alicia Anderson on the Feb 23 birth of Emmett Ray

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Volume One

Summer happenings for kids and students Ah, the lazy, hazy days of summer when school is out

and things slow down to a crawl… No way! Things are just starting to heat up at Westwood for kids and students. Faith, fun and fellowship look awesome as the calendar flips to summer. Some of the best memories of the year are made during the summer. Don’t take my word for it—check out these great testimonials: “Vacation Bible School is my favorite–we get to learn stuff about who Jesus is and what He did for us, which is for everybody. I love the songs, funny shows, crafts and games. Everyone should come!” –Aiden, age 7

“Colorado for me was more than just a summer trip with some friends. It was a personal encounter with God. During the week, we focused on branding our bold belief, and being bold in Christ. These are things I will keep with me for the rest of my life!” –Matt V. There is simply no denying the potential for Kingdom impact during summer activities! God’s got BIG plans for summer around here for our next generation. Don’t miss out—get a complete list and description for events for kids and students on pages 4–7. Two important dates to note are 5th Grade Celebration on June 1 and Promotion weekend on June 7 & 8.

“On the final night of Hype each year, students are given a chance to express how God worked in their life during the week. Last year, we witnessed over 40 students express a deep learning experience at Hype. Many of them suggested God revealed areas in their life they need to hand over to God. Others said they accepted Christ for the first time. Overall, students proved to have experienced a personal encounter with God.” –Jordan Pardee, Grades 6–8 Associate

JUNE 16–19

Ages 4–grade 4

Excited for what’s to come,

Danise McMillen Director of Childrens Ministry

Grade 5

JULY 25–26

“SUMMER SLAM was a super-awesome bonding experience for all of us going into fifth grade, and it really helped us to get to know one another better. We got to stay overnight at church, which was different and cool, and we prayed together and got closer in our faith together, too.” –Kate W.

Summer Slam

Friday and Saturday, July 25–26

Vacation Bible School

Monday–Thursday, June 16–19, 6:00–8:30pm Things are going to get really weird around here at VBS this summer—Weird Animals are coming! We’ll be learning that weird is wonderful in Jesus’ eyes—His love is one-of-a-kind! What’s the theme? Weird Animals—Where Jesus’ Love Is One-of-a-Kind! Who can go? What age? Ages 4 through those just finishing 4th grade. What are the rates? $35 per child before June 8 $40 per child for walk-ins

Other important FAQ’s *Register online to attend or serve (must be 14 years or older to serve, or accompanied by a parent if younger). A special program for kids ages birth–age 3 will be provided when both parents are serving at all four nights of VBS. Cost includes all supplies, a nightly allergy-friendly snack, resources for the week and a super-cool t-shirt!

INFO: Teri Braun, 952.224.7330, Teri.Braun@westwoodcc.org www.westwoodcc.org/VBS May 2014

Incoming 5th graders are invited to join us for our annual Summer Slam Sleepover! This 24-hour camp is full of crazy, fun activities, opportunities to make new friends with other Westwood kids, and time to serve & practice their faith in a high-energy setting. Invite friends and get signed up! *Register online ($25). INFO: Jordan Bloomquist, 952.224.7466 Jordan.Bloomquist@westwoodcc.org

STUDENT SUMMER HAPPENINGS Registrations for student summer mission trips and camps are now live. Check out page 6 for details.

*www.westwoodcc.org/links

Outreach ENDS MAY 16

The Garden of New Beginnings

Bless parents in need in our community. Stop by the Lower Level Link to pick up a flower, indicating an item needed. Drop off purchased items by Friday, May 16 (no cash/checks). We demonstrate God’s love in creative and compelling ways that lead people to:

INFO: Sarah Rosenow, 952.738.2478 Sarah.C.Rosenow@gmail.com

KNOW God, WORSHIP Him authentically, MAY 17

Outreach

GROW spiritually, SERVE joyfully and

Serve on Saturday (S.O.S.)

CONNECT relationally.

Saturday, May 17, 8:30am–noon pizza party to follow

We are a community with open hands, receiving from God all He wants to give, believing He wants to give us a lot.

INFO: Lynn Carlson, 952.470.5763 CarlsonLynn@yahoo.com

And with open hands we give it away, believing we cannot out-give God.

Join an S.O.S. crew and demonstrate the love of Jesus Christ through hands-on service. This event is open to all ages and is a great way for individuals, families and small groups to spend a few hours making a difference in God’s Kingdom. See opportunities below. Garden of New Beginnings Collection Drive: Sort and distribute donations from the drive ending on May 16. The Garden partners with Love INC, New Life Family Services, New Beginnings, and World Relief

Business Administration Kate Peabody: 952.224.7376 Baptisms Sabrina Downey: 952.224.7314 baptism@westwoodcc.org

Sandwich Making (kid friendly) Help make sandwiches to feed Twin Cities homeless. Auburn Homes (kid friendly) Fellowship with residents in assisted living home.

Cornerstone Provide brunch and fellowship to residents in a domestic abuse shelter, or help with interior cleaning and yard work at their facility.

Camp Tanadoona Cleanup Beautify and repair the grounds and facilities of Camp Tanadoona.

Urban Homeworks Help renovate urban housing.

Mary's Place (kid friendly) Fellowship with resident children in shelter.

Birth Announcement Jane Pears: 952.224.7425 Child Dedications Jane Pears: 952.224.7425 Communications Tim Remington: 952.224.7360 Facility Use Laurie Aasen: 952.224.7332 Fax 952.224.7301 Funerals Joyce Peper: 952.224.7322 Guest Services (PM & Weekend Receptionist) 952.224.7394 Membership Seminar Sabrina Downey: 952.224.7314 membership@westwoodcc.org

Missionary Spotlight

Hospital Visit Joyce Peper: 952.224.7322

Laura Watkins

Leadership Board Scott Sturm: 952.826.9912

Campus Outreach, Chiang Mai Thailand Ministry Focus: I build relationships with Thai college students in order to share the Good News of Jesus Christ, disciple them in their faith, and help them share the Gospel with others.

Pastor on Call 952.224.7300

Favorite Musician: Josh Garrels or Lecrae (depending on my mood).

Westwood Preschool Kristi Swier: 952.224.7426

Fun Fact: Like many Thais, I ride a powerful little motorcycle (moped around my neighborhood and Chiang Mai University).

A/V Technology Support Andrew Gustafson: 952.224.7324

Prayer Request: Pray for long lasting relationships to come out of two summer English programs we’re teaching with engineering and medical students. Contact Laura: lwatkins@campusoutreach.org or www.campusoutreach.org

Prayer Requests Church Office: 952.224.7300

Weddings Joyce Peper: 952.224.7322

“Adopt” A Missionary! Support and encourage Laura in her ministry. Contact Deb Eklo at 952.292.3823 or DNels3360@embarqmail.com

Worship Support Vicki Turner: 952.224.7396

3121 Westwood Drive, Excelsior, MN 55331 www.westwoodcc.org • 952.224.7300