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SummitWednesday Meal, Education & Fellowship
Led by Tim Lueking in the Family Life CenterHow do I become a Christian? This is a question that every Christian faced at some point in their faith. But many Christians may not know what to share with another person when asked about a relationship with Jesus Christ. Why should you attend this class? Each “Gospel encounter” may require a different approach but the message always stays the same. Join this class in order to learn how to share the Gospel with friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers and because sharing your faith is a part of your role as a disciple of Jesus Christ. Let us learn together how to be a “Messenger of the Message.”
Women's Ministry class facilitated by Beth Hendrickslocation has been changed to second floor room 220 (over kitchen) MEETS at 6:05pm (6p childcare drop-off available in room 116/117 for ages 4-grade 5 or Noah's park for age 3 and under) Bible scholars compare James to the prophet Amos. In other ways James more closely resembles the Book of Proverbs than any New Testament book. Come along with Beth Moore on a journey to get to know both the man and the Book of James. You will never be the same again. Topics in this study include: joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer. Plus, Beth introduces a 5-tiered study approach that she has never done before. This class will meet for 9 weeks.
Worship Choir Practice is from 7:30p to 8:45p in the sanctuary (pick up your practice materials first in the multipurpose room). Choir is open to anyone!
Previous "Summit" Sessions
Spring 2011May 4, 11, 18, 25, 2011The Summit Wednesday Meal, Education and Fellowship Spring session begins May 4 and lasts four weeks through May 25. Classes will be offered for all adults and children at 6:15p and a meal is served at 5:30p, youth group starts at 6:02p. This session, meals will be prepared by…you! If you are interested in preparing a meal, contact the office. Adult Classesstaggered starts from 6:02p-6:15p, all end by 7:20p, then choir practice
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Winter 2011January 5 through March 30, 2011
The Summit Wednesday Meal, Education and Fellowship Winter session begins January 5 and lasts thirteen weeks through March 30. Classes will be offered for all ages at 6:15p and a meal is served at 5:30p. This session, meals will be prepared by…you! If you are interested in preparing a meal, contact the office. Classesstaggered starts from 6:02p-6:15p, all end by 7:20p, then choir practice Twelve Prophetic Clues Every Christian Needs to Knowled by Pastor Tim, will start with a “Prophecy 101” lesson, followed by sections on Israel, Islam, the New World Order, and America. beginning 6:15p in the family life center for 1 hour Experiencing God: Knowing and Doing the Will of Godbased on concepts from the study by Blackaby, led by Mike Jenkins. beginning 6:15p in a location to be determined for 1 hour Here and Now, There and Thenvideo lecture series from Beth Moore presents many points of view and various scholars’ interpretations on the book of Revelation. Sign up in the foyer if you want a workbook (not required). beginning 6:15p in a location to be determined for 1 hour CRASH Youth Group (grades 6-12)January - Unlikely: God uses unlikely people in unlikely places to respond in unlikely ways. February – Lovesick: are we in love with being in love? March – Upside Down: What kingdoms do you rule and reign? The last week of each month will be a night out focused on building community. ChildrenThe Big Bible Challengefor grades 1 through 5, room 113/114 - check in room 116/117 room open by 6p, class begins 6:15p Kid’s Cornerfor children age 4 years through Kindergarten, room 116/117 room open by 6p, class begins 6:15p Noah’s Parkcare will be available for infants through 3 year olds in northwest wing Choir Practicebegins at 7:20p in the sanctuary
2010 Fall SummitSeptember 8-November 17, 2010Meal, Education and Fellowship is scheduled for Wednesdays beginning September 8 and ending November 17. (October 20 will be incorporated into the Revival.) MealA meal is served from 5:30-6:15pm in the family life center for a freewill offering ($3 each suggested). September 8-November 17, skipping October 20. Special Meal September 29!!!Meal served in the Picnic Shelter, and the men's ministry is cooking. Come join us, and we'll announce the winner of the Name the Shelter contest. ChildrenCare for children birth through age 3 is offered in Noah’s Park during adult classes. Children ages four through grade five have two environments to choose from. Each environment will reinforce biblical values but in different ways: The Big Bible Challenge is taking place on Wednesday nights for the Children’s Ministry. There will be a list of scripture to memorize and each scripture has a point vale. The children will be able to “cash in” the points they earn for prizes. There will be a game or two help keep things moving. It’s a great way for children to write God’s Word on their hearts and have fun while they study the Bible. Kid’s Korner will feature a video of the day, plus crafts and games. Here the children will build relationships and learn biblical principles that they can use in their every day lives. The crafts will tie in with the lesson and the games will help to teach teamwork. High School & Middle SchoolCRASH Youth Group meet with Pastor Chad Allen at 5:30p with food and then worship / fellowship following at 6:02pm in the LOFT, room 218. Youth meet a week earlier and continue into December, from September 1 through December 15. No meeting on November 24. CRASH meets on the following dates when there are no other classes: September 1, December 1, 8, 15. Sixth through Twelfth Grade Youth will meet for worship as a group then split into middle school (i3) and senior high groups. Dismissed at 7:15p. Senior High student small groups meet at Chad and Megan's house beginning at 8pm on Wednesday. click here to see the details of the Youth Lessons Adults6:15-7:15pmChoice 1 - Men, Women, Young Adults, family life centerPastor Tim will offer The Church of Me - What Happens When the Church Conforms to the World?
Choice 2 - for Women, Young Women, room 220 (upstairs over kitchen)6:15-7:15pHearts on Fire Women's Ministry presents Captivating: Unveiling the Mystery of a Woman's Soul by Stasi and John Eldredge. John is the author of the popular "Wild at Heart" book studied by our men's ministry. Every woman was once a little girl. And every little girl holds in her heart her most precious dreams. She longs to be swept up into a romance, to play an irreplaceable role in a great adventure, to be the Beauty of the story. Those desires are far more than child's play. They are the secret to the feminine heart.
Most women think they have to settle for a life of efficiency and duty, chores and errands, striving to be the women they "ought" to be, but often feeling they have failed. Sadly, too many messages for Christian women add to the pressure. "Do these ten things, and you will be a godly woman." The effect has not been good on the feminine soul. But her heart is still there. Sometimes when she watches a movie, sometimes in the wee hours of the night, her heart begins to speak again. A thirst rises within her to find the life she was meant to live--the life she dreamed of as a little girl. The message of Captivating is this: Your heart matters more than anything else in all creation. The desires you had as a little girl and the longings you still feel as a woman--they are telling you of the life God created you to live. He offers to come now, as the Hero of your story--to rescue your feminine heart and release you to live as a woman, fully alive.
A woman truly captivating! What Wild at Heart did for men,
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Youth meet with Pastor Chad Allen at 5:30p with food and then worship / fellowship following at 6pm in the LOFT, room 218. Youth meet June 2, 9, 23, 30, July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18, 25.
Pastor Tim will lead Part #2 of What Every Christian Needs to Know (part 1 was presented as J-Walking in January & February):
July 7: Introduction to the Bible. Have you ever wondered how we got the Bible? This class will take you through the basic understanding of the Bible.
July 14: The Church as a Body of Christ. Do I really need to go to Church? Learn the true purpose of the church and why it is needed as a Christian.
July 21: Soul Shaking, Wall Breaking Prayer. Does prayer work? This lesson will examine how to pray effective prayers that availeth much.
July 28: Restoration Movement ~ Principles: Why They Matter. Have you ever heard about the Restoration Movement? Find out more in this lesson.
August 4: Understanding God’s Will. This lesson will help each Christian discover more about God’s will for their own lives.
Women's Ministry presents "A Beautiful Mind" from Beth Moore, a 5-week dvd study on Wednesday nights beginning at 7pm in the multipurpose room. This class is free and requires no homework.
In Beth Moore's new video series, A Beautiful Mind, she covers how the enemy is out to steal, kill and destroy you with fear, which is the root of rejection, insecurity and jealousy.
Beth ignites you to quit believing the lie of the enemy that you are losing your mind. She not only shares her personal story in learning this important and life-changing lesson, but also opens the Word to show you how to claim your right in Christ to a beautiful, sound mind.
When you walk in the victory and power of Christ, He is your constant source of stability. No matter what comes your way, Jesus is your sound reasoning, the lover of your soul and a healer of your mind.
In this powerful series, you'll learn to:
July 7 - "Pressing Past Our Fears"
July 14 - "Overcoming Insecurity"
July 21 - "Claiming Your Right to a Sound Mind"
July 28 - "The Jars of Life: What's in Yours?"
August 4 - "The Captivity of Activity"
Meet at The Summit on Wednesday Nights beginning January 6 a winter session of The Summit will last for thirteen weeks. A free-will offering meal is served for all at 5:30pm.
Adults — 5 Weeks / 5 Ministers / 5 Love Languages
For each of five weeks a different minister - Tim, sSteve, Doug, Chad, and Ben - will discuss in detail one of the five love languages from the materials by Gary Chapman.
What if you could say or do just the right thing guaranteed to make that special someone feel loved? The secret is learning the right love language! Learn the love language you speak, as well as discover how your loved ones best feel loved.
Words of Affirmation Actions don’t always speak louder than words. If this is your love language, unsolicited compliments mean the world to you. Hearing the words, “I love you,” are important—hearing the reasons behind that love sends your spirits skyward. Insults can leave you shattered and are not easily forgotten. Tim & Katherine Lueking / April 28
Quality Time In the vernacular of Quality Time, nothing says, “I love you,” like full, undivided attention. Being there for this type of person is critical, but really being there—with the TV off, fork and knife down, and all chores and tasks on standby—makes your significant other feel truly special and loved. Distractions, postponed dates, or the failure to listen can be especially hurtful. Ben & Devon Radant / May 5
Receiving Gifts Don’t mistake this love language for materialism; the receiver of gifts thrives on the love, thoughtfulness, and effort behind the gift. If you speak this language, the perfect gift or gesture shows that you are known, you are cared for, and you are prized above whatever was sacrificed to bring the gift to you. A missed birthday, anniversary, or a hasty, thoughtless gift would be disastrous—so would the absence of everyday gestures. Doug & Lisa Wiggers / May 12
Acts of Service Can vacuuming the floors really be an expression of love? Absolutely! Anything you do to ease the burden of responsibilities weighing on an “Acts of Service” person will speak volumes. The words he or she most want to hear: “Let me do that for you.” Laziness, broken commitments, and making more work for them tell speakers of this language their feelings don’t matter. Steven & Joyce Hancock / May 19
Physical Touch This language isn’t all about the bedroom. A person whose primary language is Physical Touch is, not surprisingly, very touchy. Hugs, pats on the back, holding hands, and thoughtful touches on the arm, shoulder, or face—they can all be ways to show excitement, concern, care, and love. Physical presence and accessibility are crucial, while neglect or abuse can be unforgivable and destructive. Chad & Megan Allen / May 26
13 weeks (some classes are shorter)
Meet at The Summit on Wednesday Nights beginning January 6 a winter session of The Summit will last for thirteen weeks. A free-will offering meal is served for all at 5:30pm. Classes for all ages will follow:
i3 (Inspire, Impact, Influence) Middle School Youth Group – meets offsite at a different home each week at 5:30pm
CRASH High School Youth Group – meets in room 218 for worship and fellowship from 6-7:30p followed by small group opportunities.
Young Children ages birth through age 3 receive care in Noah’s Park at 6:15p for about an hour.
Preschool, Primary and Elementary Children’s activities will be all new for The Summit. Ages 4 through Kindergarten (TNT) will be Trying New Things. Grades 1 and 2 will be Livewires in our new age-specific programming, and The Fuse is especially formulated for grades 3-5. Class begins at 6:15 for about an hour.
Adult Classes cover many stages of your faith journey toward The Summit.
due to popular demand... 
Four Week Study for Women
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Loving Well by Beth Moore features four heart-to-heart messages designed to help women embrace the biblical mandate to love and to develop skills for loving others. Taped at a Living Proof Live event, Beth discusses how some people are a joy to love, some are difficult to love, and how we all deal with some people who are humanly impossible to love. In all of those relationships one truth endures: We will never be able to love others well until we have been loved well. And only God can ultimately give us the complete love we so desperately need. Class members will determine if the class will skip spring break, April 7, and end on April 21, or if they will meet four weeks straight.
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Fall Session 2009Adult and Children's Classes and Meal Meet September 9-November 18, 2009. Meal at 5:30pmMeal served in family life center from 5:30-6:15pm September 9-November 18. $3 donation per person requested. |
Early Childhood Children birth thru age 3 cared for in Noah’s Park, led by JaNell Martz.
Children ages 4 thru grade 5 featuring Bible Heros and Bad Guys, led by Ben Radant.
CRASH:
High School Youth Group 6:00-7:30p, rooms 218, 204, 213How to be Attractive Without Looking Good - September 9, 16, 23, 30
Serve Night - October 7
How to Increase Your Confidence - October 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11
Giving Thanksgiving - November 18
How Not to Ruin Christmas or Your Life - December 2, 9, 16
Small groups meet from 8-9:30pm. If you want to join a youth small group, contact Chad.
i3 Group: Middle School 5:30-7:30p offsite, family home host site rotates weeklyThe middle school youth are encouraged to participate in an i3 group. These groups are designed to Inspire, Impact and Influence teens in their walk with Christ. We will meet at a teen's house (host-site rotates weekly) from 5:30-7:30p. Please contact Chad for more information. Wednesday nights, September 9-November 18. Middle school may opt to join the CRASH group in December. Click here to see the list of hosts.
Topic will start with "God View."
there is no cost for classes this session
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The first week, 9/9, there will be a "linger longer" time after the meal with an overview of the adult classes following the meal
God, Government and You - Led by Pastor Tim Lueking. Are you concerned about some of the decisions and changes being made today? Are we NOW a Nation at Risk?
Class will be meeting in the south east corner of the Family Life Center.
9/16 - A Nation at Risk - click for class notes
9/23 - Silencing God (religious expression, hate crimes) - click for class notes
9/30 - Playing God: Part 1 (abortion, stem cell research)
10/7 - Playing God: Part 2 (health care reform)
10/14 - At the Crossroads: Part 1 (siding with Iran or Israel)
10/21 - At the Crossroads: Part 2 (human rights)
10/28 - Giving all to Caesar (love of money)
11/4 - Searching for True North: Part 1 (homosexuality)
11/11 - Searching for True North: Part 2 (sanctity of marriage and family)
11/18 - A Nation in Search of a Soul
The Faith - Led by Pastor Steven Hancock, based on the book by Charles Colson and Harold Fickett. What do Christians believe? Why do they believe what they do? Why does it matter?
Class will be meeting in room 220, the projection room on the second floor above the kitchen, in the family life center wing.
Topics:
9/16 - Everywhere, Always, by All (chapter 1)
9/23 - What Went Right / Wrong (chapter 5)
9/30 - Free Gift
10/7 - Trinity (chapter 7)
10/14 - Be Holy (chapter 11)
10/21 - The Invasion (chapter 6)
10/28 - Exchanging Identities (chapter 8)
11/4 - Reconciliation (chapter 9)
11/11 - Church (chapter 10)
11/18 - Sanctity of Life (chapter 12)
If you would like to read the first chapter of the book "The Faith", you may do so by clicking here! You may purchase the book at bookstores at full price or buy it online at sights such as www.bookfinder4u.com, www.cbd.com and www.amazon.com
As we take a break from weekly Family Night programming for the summer, we want to offer some connection points to stay in contact until we launch family night for the fall on September 9, 2009. Meals will be planned around the specific theme of the event. No charge for these events, however a $3 per person donation is requested for food.
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In family life center. $3 donation per person requested. Last meal is May 27.
Children birth thru age 3 cared for in Noah’s Park, led by JaNell Martz.
Children ages 4 thru grade 5 featuring Chadder Theater, led by Ben Radant.
CRASH Youth Group, grades 6 and above, worship and fellowship focusing on the New Testament, led by Chad Allen.
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Walk Thru the Pentateuch (first five books of the Old Testament) for 8 weeks, led by Steven Hancock. Following this special seminar from Walk Thru the Bible at our church on March 22, an in-depth study of the first five Bible books.
Woman’s Study: Becoming a Woman of Purpose for 7 weeks, hosted by Abbey Brooks. Based on the book by Cynthia Heald. If you have a copy of the book, which was given as a gift for Mothers’ Day 2008, to donate or lend, please drop at church office, or bring it to class with you.
Be Contagious! A Study from the book of John for 7 weeks, led by Tim Lueking. Meeting in the family life center.
Completion of Financial Peace University DVD series from Dave Ramsey, concludes two weeks into the spring session. Room 220.
April 15-June 3, 7:15pm. Meets in the sanctuary. No meal 6/3.
*Exceptions to May 27 session end date: Choir Practice ends June 3, FPU ends April 22.
In family life center. $3 donation per person requested.
January 7:
adult class overview only, youth group and worship choir will meet
Children birth thru age 3 cared for in Noah’s Park, led by JaNell Martz.
Children ages 4 thru grade 5 featuring Chadder Theater, led by Ben Radant.
CRASH Youth Group, grades 6 and above, worship and fellowship focusing on the New Testament for a new year, led by Chad Allen.
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What in the World is Going On? Ten Prophetic Clues You Can’t Ignore led by Tim Lueking, based on the book by Dr. David Jeremiah. (Class will be compressed to end by 4/1 due to snow cancellation on 1/28.)
Class Summary (1/7/2009)
Class 1: The Israel Connection (1/14/2009)
Class 2: The Crude Awakening (1/21/2009)
no class 1/28 due to snow
Class 3: Modern Europe, Ancient Rome (2/4/2009)
Class 4: Islamic Terrorism (2/11/2009)
Class 5: Vanished Without a Trace (2/18/2009)
Class 6: America in Prophecy (2/25/2009)
Class 7: taught by Brett Foster, notes not yet available (3/4/2009)
Class 8: The Anti-christ (3/11/2009)
Financial Peace University DVD series from Dave Ramsey, led by Steven Hancock. Homework includes weekly reading from Financial Peace: Revisited by Dave Ramsey. If you wish to order a kit, contact the church office (less than $100 each). Class will last up to two hours, and child care is not available after 7:15p, but you may bring kids to the end of class. NEED: If you’re willing to lend us your copy of Financial Peace: Revisited, please drop your labeled copy by the church office. No class on 4/8. Class extended due to snow cancellation on 1/28.
Pure Praise Worship, a heart-focused Bible study on worship, led by Doug Wiggers and Brian Swart. Class extended one week due to snow cancellation on 1/28.
1/14-2/11: Chazown: A Different Way to See Your Life, led by Michael Brooks for 5 weeks. Based on book by Craig Groeschel. Prounounced “khaw-ZONE,” from the Hebrew for vision. You’ve been created to live a life of passion and fulfillment for God’s glory – find, name, and live it. Class will be compressed to end by 2/11 due to snow cancellation on 1/28.
2/18-4/1: Nehemiah Led by Mike Jenkins for 7 weeks. Rebuild your faith as you study the book of Nehemiah and the seemingly impossible task of rebuilding the wall around Jerusalem.
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Seeking Restoration of the Heart 
Week 3 - Psalm 51:7-12 - The Desire and Need for a Clean Heart
Grow Up 
The Miracles of Jesus 
9/8 - The Me Church: Modern Day Version of the Church
And yet--how many women do you know who ever find that life? As the years pass by, the heart of a woman gets pushed aside, wounded, buried. She finds no romance except in novels, no adventure except on television, and she doubts very much that she will ever be the Beauty in any tale.
CONNECT 1 ~ Crocodile Dock 
CONNECT 2 ~ FireProof 
CONNECT 3 ~ Fresh from the Garden 
CONNECT 4 - Understanding Your Teenager 
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