The Guide_Summer 2016

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SUMMER 2016

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For more information and registrations, visit mgefc.org or call 763.420.6485. 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

SUMMER 2016 2

CHURCH LIFE

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SERIVCE OPPERTUNITYS 4

WORSHIP 6

CHILDREN 8

STUDENTS 10

MIDDLE SCHOOL

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HIGH SCHOOL 12

ADULTS 14

YOUNG ADULTS 15

WOMEN 16

MEN

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CARE 18

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS 21

MISSIONS 22


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2 For more information and registrations, visit mgefc.org or call 763.420.6485.

SUMMER 2016THE GUIDE contains our ministry programs and events at Maple GroveEvangelical Free Church. Browse this catalog to see opportunities within each

ministry to CONNECT as family, GROW in faith and SHARE hope with our world.

The contents of The Guide correspond to each ministry at mgefc.org for

ease of navigation and quick reference. Complete information about each

ministry may be found at mgefc.org. If you nd something in The Guide that

interests you, simply register online or contact the Church Ofce.

WHEN YOU ARE NEW TO MGEFCWe are so glad you are here! It is important to nd a church that ts and

nding the right information is a great place to start. As a larger church we

want to help you get CONNECTED in smaller communities. Please take the

time to learn how you can CONNECT at MGEFC!

WHILE YOU ARE HERE ON SUNDAY

Welcome & Information DeskStop by the Welcome & Information Desk to meet volunteers and leaders

who can answer any questions you may have about MGEFC.

Family InformationKeep updated on all of the church happenings by completing a family

information card located at the Welcome & Information Desk or on the

reverse side of the share card located in the back of each pew. Once

you complete this card, you will receive our weekly emailed newsletter,

the eDispatch, with upcoming events and announcements.

Children’s ProgramsOur Sunday morning programs for kids from birth through 5th grade create a

safe, fun atmosphere where children can learn about The Big God Story and

participate in age-appropriate worship and activities. Stop by the Welcome

& Information Desk and a volunteer will be happy to escort you to your

children’s classrooms.


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LIFE EVENTSAs one family in him, we rejoice together and grieve together. We celebrate

and remember the milestones in our lives and spiritual GROWTH. Our church

staff and family provide support as you and your family journey through life

events at MGEFC.

BirthsWe celebrate each new life and would like to express our joy for each new

baby born. Please let us know the details of your growing family.

Contact: Jim Hobbs | [email protected]

Parent & Child Dedication- Coming in the FallParent Class (required) | Sunday, October 2 | 10:45am | Surge RoomDedication | Sunday, October 16 | 9:00 or 10:45am

Dedication shows that parents desire God's wisdom and strength as they

raise their children. Dedication doesn't ensure salvation, but it's a public

declaration of parents' personal commitment to spiritually nurture their

children. Our next opportunity is in the fall so start planning to invite your

family to attend.

Contact: Kristy Kratky / [email protected] Workshop | Sunday, July 17 | 10:45am-12:00pm | Room 245

Baptism outwardly declares an inward decision to follow Christ. It shows a

commitment to obedience to Christ by following his example of

showing life and death through immersion in water. Those interested in being

baptized must attend a mandatory baptism workshop offered two times a

year or a one on one meeting with Toni Sather, scheduled upon request.

Details about the baptism will be shared in this class. We have baptism

roughly three to four times a year. More information online at

mgec.org/baptism Contact: Toni Sather / [email protected]

WeddingsWe welcome members and regular attendees to unite in marriage at the

church. Premarital classes help couples prepare for their marriage with a

rm biblical foundation.

Contact: Jim Hobbs / [email protected]

Funerals, Memorial Services & Maple Knoll CemeteryFunerals and memorial services may be held at MGEFC. Our staff and funeral

team are available for planning and services.


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SERVEThe Church Isn’t A Building; It’s People!Every ministry here at MGEFC relies on people like you to serve as volunteers

and share HOPE with the world around them. The following is a list of our current

serving opportunities where you can volunteer and make a difference. If youdon’t see an opportunity that ts you, please contact our

Connection Coaches Mark and Meg Neubauer who will help you connect

with a place to serve or visit mgefc.org/serve. A spiritual gifts test is located on

this page as well.

WORSHIPMusic Ministry Team Vocalists & Instrumentalists of all types.

Contact: Steve Olson / [email protected]

Production TeamMedia, Tech, Visual Projection, etc.

Contact: Tim Hundertmark / [email protected]

UshersThey are on the front lines providing warm and hospitable serviceto those entering our worship services each week.

Contact: Bill Bolte / [email protected]

CHILDRENVolunteersEvery summer we give our faithful leaders a break from teaching, so we

need you to step in the gap! If everyone else in our church takes two serving

opportunities, our kids’ ministry will be fully staffed. A variety of opportunities

exist including Sunday morning nursery and teachers, Rock the Church and

Wacky Water Family Night. You can make a difference in the life of a child!

Sign up on the Volunteer Spot link at mgefc.org/servekids.

Contact: Kristy Kratky / [email protected]

STUDENTSPrayer WarriorsConsider changing the life of our middle school & high school students by

becoming a prayer warrior and regularly praying for our students and

ministry. Prayer tools and requests are provided. Contact: Toni Sather (Middle

School) / [email protected] or Zach Marino (High School) / [email protected]


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SERVE

ADULTSGreeters- Volunteers welcome and connect with guests as they enter the

church building on Sundays from 8:30-9:15am or 10:15-11:00am.

Welcome & Information Desk Volunteers- Volunteers serve once a month

answering questions about our ministries and escort rst-time visitors to their

classrooms on Sunday before and after 9:00am or 10:45am worship services.

Parking Lot Attendants- Team members serve once a month to ensure

visitors feel special, make parking easier, increase safety for all and facilitate

a smoother transition between services.Contact: Travis Rosinger | [email protected]

CARECommunity CareCare Connection- Our on-call team help meet needs in our church family

by providing meals, odd jobs around the house and more.

Meal Makers- At MGEFC we provide a meal for those celebrating a new

birth, recovering from an illness or experiencing other care needs. Meal team

members receive e-mail alerts when there is a meal need and respond

when they are available.

Visitations- Would you like to visit those in the hospital, recovering at

home or home-bound? You can make an impact by bringing

encouragement and comfort during a time of need. Training and

support provided.

Prayer PartnersSunday Prayer Team- Join our Sunday Prayer team on a rotating

schedule and experience the blessing of praying with individuals at the

close of our worship services at 9:00 and 10:45am.

Prayer Chain- Our prayer chain is a lifeline to those with prayer needs

24/7 and prays for needs throughout the week at home. Both experienced

and new prayers can sign up to become a member of this team and start

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For every worship service or special event at MGEFC, our purpose is to honor

God through the creativity that he instilled within us and to communicate the

life-changing gospel message.

OUR WORSHIP SERVICES

Thursday Connection 7:00pmIn the busyness of summer and weekend visits to the cabin it's sometimes

hard to get to the Sunday service. No worries. During the summer we have

Thursday Connection. Enjoy worship where the message will be the same as

Sunday morning but in a more casual, acoustic atmosphere. Join us before

the service for dinner each week from local restaurants in the Maple Grove

area. There will be no Thursday Connection on June 23, July 14, or August 18.

Sundays 9:00am & 10:45amOur Sunday morning 70-minute multigenerational worship services are lively

and casual in nature. We incorporate modern music from today’s top

worship artists, as well as hymns rearranged in more contemporary formats;

all with the goal of connecting our hearts with God and giving us the

opportunity to consider his truth for our everyday living.

WORSHIP @ TOWN GREENSunday, August 21 | 10:00am | Town Green, Maple Grove

We're taking our worship service out of our building and over to Town Green.

Come for great worship in the great outdoors and stay for lunch!

SUMMER SERMON SERIES SELAH - A SUMMER IN THE PSALMS

Thursdays & Sundays through Labor Day

Selah- is a word used seventy-four times in the Old Testament and

seventy-one times in the Psalms. The meaning of the word is not known.

How ever, it is probably either a musical mark or an instruction on the

reading of the text, something like, "stop and listen". That is what we

desire to do together as a church this summer, stop and listen.

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WORSHIP


SUMMER SELAH READING PLAN

Summer Selah Reading Plan | June 1 - August 31

Tim Keller, in the introduction to his Psalms devotional says, “We are notsimply to read Psalms; we are to be immersed in them so that they

profoundly shape how we relate to God. The Psalms are the divinely

ordained way to learn devotion to our God.”

We have created a summer reading guide for our church to read

together. Our prayer is that we would not merely read the Psalms but

that God would profoundly shape how we relate to him. Consider

taking time to Selah “stop and listen” and allow God to shape you

through the Psalms this summer. Reading list available in the lobby or

online. Opt into a daily text by texting mgefc.selah to 292929


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SUNDAY MORNING FAITH QUEST Preschool-entering 5th grade kids will enjoy our summer theme, The Great

Race Kids. Along the way we'll learn about what the Bible has to say about

not giving up through the life of Nehemiah in The Big God Story. Our

"amazing" race will be lled with worship, games, other activities and

opportunities for application. Kids and parents will have three levels of

challenges. Watch for the race map coming soon.

Elementary Family Kickoff Sunday, June 19 | 9:00 & 10:45am | Kid Zone

Parents of elementary kids entering 2nd-5th grade are invited to a family

class with their child to kick off the summer. Enjoy learning together and

creating opportunities for faith conversations. Kids are encouraged to

attend, even if their parents cannot, and will be CONNECTED with loving

leaders. All dads and grandpas who attend will receive a special Father's

Day gift.

Summer Faith Quest Classes NURSERY | INFANT –2 YEARS OLD

Sundays | 9:00 & 10:45am | Nursery Hallway, upper level

PRESCHOOL | 2 YEARS OLD (BY 8/31/15) –ENTERING 1ST GRADE

Sundays | 9:00 & 10:45am | Preschool Hallway, lower level

ELEMENTARY | ENTERING 2ND –5TH GRADE

Sundays | 9:00 & 10:45am | Kid Zone, upper level

SUMMER FAMILY EVENTS ROCK THE CHURCH (VBS)

Monday-Thursday, June 20-23 | 9:30am-12:00pm

$20 per child, $40 max per family | 3 years old-entering 5th grade

We’ll hit the road with Paul, ask the same questions he asked and make

some incredible discoveries along the way. Grab your gear, check your

GPS and get ready to WALK THIS WAY! Families are invited to a picnic

dinner on Thursday starting at 6:15pm followed by an exciting

celebration of the week's activities. This is an awesome opportunity to

SHARE the hope of Jesus with friends and neighbors! Start getting the

word out today. Register and pay online mgefc.org/rtc.

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WACKY WATER FAMILY NIGHT

Sunday, July 17 | 6:00-8:00pm | $10 per family

Invite your family, friends and neighbors to enjoy the famous waterslides,

crafts, bonre with hot dogs and s'mores as well as other fun activities.We’re adding some fun stuff including a crazy game of

slip ‘n’ slide kickball. New families are free! Register online.

VOLUNTEERSEvery summer we give our faithful leaders a break from teaching, so we

need you to step in the gap! If everyone else in our church takes two serving

opportunities, our kids’ ministry will be fully staffed. A variety of opportunities

exist including Sunday morning nursery and teachers, Rock the Church and

Wacky Water Family Night. You can make a difference in the life of a child!

Sign up on the Volunteer Spot link at mgefc.org/servekids.

Contact: Kristy Kratky / [email protected]

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MIDDLE SCHOOL 6th – 8th grade studentsCheck mgefc.org/middleschool for most up-to-date information and

subscribe to our online calendar to have middle school events automatically

added to your calendar or smartphone.

SKITTLES OLYMPICS SUMMER KICKOFF & NEW PARENTS MEETING

Sunday, June 12 | 12:00-2:30pm | Free

The summer kickoff is for Oasis middle school students and all new

incoming 6th grade students and their parents. Play crazy & outrageous

games with Skittles! All you can eat hot dogs, chips and ice cream.

Parents of new 6th grade students are HIGHLY encouraged to stay for

lunch and meet with Middle School Director, Toni Sather, for IMPORTANT

Oasis information. No registration required.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAYSRegister at mgefc.org/middleschool by June 15

These days are SERVICE LEARNING opportunities for all middle school students

to discover God’s heart for serving people through study and life

experiences. These days allow students to SHARE HOPE with those in need

throughout our community, while learning to see the world from the windowof God’s perspective. When this happens, life-change is inevitable! Meet at

church for a devotional before going to serve. We will end our time debrief-

ing at Bakers Square. Each event has limited space available.

MGEFC ROCK THE CHURCH (VBS) SERVING

Monday-Thursday, June 20-23 | 9:30am-12:00pm | Free | No Limit

Reach out with the love of Christ to our own neighborhood by helping

with crafts, games, worship and teaching at our church's VBS. Worshipteam practice is required on June 16 from 6:00-8:15pm. Bring $5 for

Thursday night dinner. Register online by June 15.

MARY'S PLACE & SHARING AND CARING HANDS

Thursday, June 30 | 1:30-8:15pm | $10 | 12 Kids Max

Have a compassionate response to serving the poor! Start the day with

crafts, balloon animals and games with children at Mary's Place. Then

move next door to serve a meal to the residents of Sharing and CaringHands. Debrieng time at Bakers Square included. Register online by

June 15.

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HOUSE OF CHARITY SOUP KITCHEN

Sunday, July 10 | 9:00-2:45pm | $10 | 12 Kids Max

Bringing Christ’s love to inner city homeless is the mission of House of

Charity. Students will be serving the midday meal to the homeless in the

area. House of Charity is a soup kitchen that serves two meals a day for

those who need them. Debrieng time at Bakers Square included.

Register online by June 15.

PEOPLE SERVING PEOPLE EMERGENCY FAMILY SHELTER

Friday, July 15 | 9:30am-2:45pm | $10 | 12 Kids Max

Helping homeless families get on their feet is the mission of PSP. Students

will be serving the midday meal to the residents living at the facility. It isassembly line serving with clean up afterwards. Debrieng time at Bakers

Square included. Register online by June 15.

LITTLE EARTH VBS

Wednesday, July 20 | 9:00am-6:00pm | $10 | 12 Kids Max

Help with VBS crafts, games, lunch, worship, teaching, face painting

and more as we work with children from the Little Earth Native American

community in Minneapolis. Debrieng time at Bakers Square included.Register online by June 15.

JOSEPH'S STOREHOUSE

Tuesday, August 2 | 11:30am-5:00pm | $10 | 12 Kids Max

Provide food for urban refugees by lling orders for families in crisis,

organizing and cleaning at the food shelf. Debrieng time at Bakers

Square included. Register online by June 15.

Special Events Register for events at mgefc.org/middleschoolCONNECT with other middle school students while having lots of fun! Meet

at church to ride the bus to these events. Friends are always welcome!

VALLEYFAIR

Monday, July 25 | 3:30-11:00pm | $40 | Meet at MGEFC

Enjoy a summer day at Valleyfair spinning, splashing and screaming!

Bring extra money for concessions. No registration required. Just bring

money that day! $40 includes: bus, unlimited rides, water park, and Oasis

leaders accompanying students in small groups. Friends are

always welcome!

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THEATER CRASH COURSE

Monday-Thursday, August 8-11 | 1:00-3:00pm | Free | MGEFC

*Bring healthy snacks to share

Theater Crash Course is a free opportunity for students in grades 6-8th to

develop creativity by writing and performing their very own shows!

Students will also learn what happens behind the scenes of a

theatrical production and acquire valuable performance skills. Friends

and families are invited to enjoy the performance on Thursday at

4:00pm. Mathilda Elrod, who is a theater major at North Hennepin

Community College and Darwin Graser, will be leading and teaching

this class. Register online by June 15.

CIA LEADERSHIP TRAINING DAY ADVENTURE

Sunday, August 14 | 12:00-10:00pm | $35

CIA (Christians-in-Action) is the name of the Oasis Student Servant

Leadership team. This year it is open to incoming 7th and 8th grade

students who have a heart for people and want to make a difference

in the lives of others. This "SURVIVOR" themed servant leadership boot

camp is an all-day team building, leadership equipping ADVENTURE.

Includes a spiritual gifts inventory assessment and Oasis ministry teamassignment for the upcoming school year. Drop off and pick up at

church. Wear casual clothes and tennis shoes. Cost includes both lunch

and dinner and training supplies. Register online by June 15.

SLIP-N-SLIME & WATER BALLOON OASIS

Wednesday, August 17 | 7:00-9:00pm | Free

Slip-n-slime Oasis is a CONNECT opportunity this summer. It's a friendly,

high-energy, relational time where middle school students canDEVELOP FRIENDSHIPS with each other and make fun memories that will

help them get ready for the new school year. Wear a modest swim suit

under clothes and bring a towel. Event held at church on lower level.

Friends welcome! Free snacks!

No registration required.

HIGH SCHOOL 9th – 12th grade students

Check mgefc.org/highschool or facebook.com/fuelmgefc for the most

up-to-date information and subscribe to our online calendar to have high

school events automatically added to your calendar or smartphone. To

get updates through text message opt-in and text "mgefc" to 292929.

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Summer House Parties No registration requiredOnce a month in-home gatherings include snacks, outdoor games, bonres

and much more! You won't want to miss these nights! Bring your friends!

LIZZY MCBRIDES HOUSE | Thursday, June 16 | 6:00-9:00pm

GILBERT'S PARENTS' HOUSE (BOB & PAULA) | Thursday, July 21

6:00-9:00pm

Special Events Register for events at mgefc.org/highschool PARENTS' NIGHT OUT: CHALLENGE FUNDRAISER

Friday, June 3 | 6:00-9:00pm | Monetary Donations

$520. That is the total amount it will cost our students who are attendingthe Challenge Conference in July. Therefore, we are hosting a Parents'

Night Out Fundraiser to help send them to Challenge! This is open to

any parents wanting to have a night out, kid free! Online registration is

required to help us plan our night accordingly.

SERVING TOGETHER AT ARBOR LAKES SENIOR LIVING

Monday, June 20 | 3:00-4:30pm | Free

Let’s love on the seniors who live at the Memory Care Center at ArborLakes Senior Living in Maple Grove. Meet at Arbor Lakes Senior

Living to spend time playing games, listening to stories of the “good ol’

days” and just being friends to those needing a fresh wind of youth and

energy! You won’t want to miss this unique opportunity to love on these

friends! No registration required.

FUEL BONFIRE AND WORSHIP NIGHT

Thursday, August 11 | 7:00-10:00pmLizzy & Daniel Campbell’s House| Free

Come enjoy friends, an awesome bonre and acoustic

worship together!

Summer Trip CHALLENGE 2016

July 2-8 | Louisville, KY | $520

For those registered for Challenge, meet at church at 9:30pm on July 2.YES, 9:30pm! We will return to church on July 8 around 11:00pm. Can’t

wait to spend the week together! Contact Pastor Zach if you have

any questions. Final payment due June 20.

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ADULT BIBLE FELLOWSHIPS [ABFs]ABFs let you start CONNECTING as family here at MGEFC. In each of our ABFs,

you will have an opportunity to meet and build relationships with other adults

and study God’s Word together. ABFs provide a place to be involved, known

and loved.

Who can attend an ABF?ABFs are open to anyone who is 18 years of age or older. You will nd a mix

of newer attendees and longtime members in each group.

Why attend an ABF?In a larger church, it can be hard to know where to start CONNECTING withothers. Getting involved in an ABF will help you get to know other people and

let other people get to know you. Followers of Christ and those exploring the

Christian faith may desire to GROW in their faith and CONNECT with other

adults. ABFs facilitate your GROWTH in faith and in friendship with others.

When do ABFs happen?ABFs are offered on Sunday mornings during each worship service. You are

welcome to join a class at any time.

ABF Opportunities SONRISE ABF

Sundays | 8:00am | Youth Room

A gathering of like-minded early risers, married or single, wanting to

CONNECT as they study God's Word, support one another and pray. Join

us this summer as we study "Christ Pictured in the Seven Feasts of Israel"

during the month of June. Then during July & August we will study "Living

What you Believe".

ALL OTHER ABFS

The remainder of our regular ABFs including Families, Young

Couples, and Rediscovery are not meeting during the summer months.

They will meet occasionally for social events throughout the summer

and start regularly meeting at church again in September. Stop at the

Welcome & Information Desk to complete an ABF registration card to

receive updates about a particular ABF's summer activities!

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CONNECT GROUPSA great pair of running shoes ts snugly on an athlete actively keeping their

body in shape. In the same way, the Bible reminds us that the church is like a

human body. God designed us to be spiritually healthy and full of vitality. It

takes the right tools like Connect Groups to keep the church in great shape.

God’s plan for us is to CONNECT and t snugly together as a church family.

Made up of 10-14 people, Connect Groups meet about twice a month in

a relaxed atmosphere to develop caring relationships and GROW in faith

together. They run for approximately 2-3 months with open registrations twice

a year. Check the website for a list of Connect Groups, descriptions, meeting

times, availability and leaders' direct contact information for the groups youare interested in joining.

Have a heart for GROWING authentic relationships and deepening faith in

others? If so, you may want to consider becoming a Connect Group leader.

Contact: Travis Rosinger / [email protected]

MEMBERSHIPBecome a GROWING part of God's family here. We believe God wantseach of us to take the next step spiritually to GROW in our relationship with

him through getting more CONNECTED to his body of believers. Membership

classes are held in the spring and fall.

Contact: Travis Rosinger / [email protected]

THRIVE YOUNG ADULTSThursdays | 6:30pm | Room 245When people know your name and understand your life, it's a little easier

to be yourself. If you're a young adult looking for a place to belong, grow

spiritually and develop meaningful friendships, then come check us out!

Thrive exists to grow a thriving community where young adults, can know

Jesus intimately through the power of the Gospel. Thrive is open to singles

and married couples. Contact: Travis Rosinger / [email protected]

MARRIAGE MARRIAGE MENTORING

Marriage mentor couples are trained to come alongside other couples

to encourage, teach communication skills, help with conict resolution

and evaluate strength and growth areas.

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MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT

Events specically designed to enrich and support your marriage are

held throughout the year. Watch the website for upcoming events.

WOMEN’S MINISTRYWomen’s Ministry desires to CONNECT women of all generations and equip

them to be authentic disciples who know God deeply. We long to provide

opportunities to GROW as a community and develop passionate women of

faith who are eager to utilize their gifts to impact their communities for Christ.

Mentoring & Prayer MENTORING

Whether mentor or mentee, these intentional relationships are based

on a six-month commitment and are the next step in GROWING as a

disciple of Jesus. If you are already in a mentoring relationship, our

mentoring prayer team would like to cover you in prayer. Contact our

ministry to make a new mentoring CONNECTION.

Contact: Gay Hedberg / [email protected]

BECOMING WOMEN OF PRAYER

Tuesdays | 9:30-11:00am | Jeanne Laitinen's home

Join other women for a time of prayer and support. You are welcome

to come weekly or drop in whenever you can.

Contact: Jeanne Laitinen / [email protected]

MEN’S MINISTRYMen's Ministry desires to help men develop a personal relationship with Christand be spiritual leaders in their homes, loving husbands and dedicated

fathers. In today's culture these roles can be challenging and confusing

to live out. We exist to help men GROW and passionately SHARE the love

of Christ. This can best be accomplished through daily Bible study, prayer

and service in an environment that has Christian men holding one another

accountable to live by faith and conviction.

Men's Triads A great way to GROW in your spiritual walk.

TRIADS

Small groups of three or more men meet on a regular basis to focus on

discipleship, spiritual GROWTH and accountability.

Contact: Roger Bottazzi / [email protected]

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Men's Special Events A great way to meet other men, get CONNECTED and SHARE hope.

MEN'S TRAP SHOOT

Saturday, June 25 | 8:30am | Elk River Sportsman's Club | $35

CONNECT with other guys while trap and skeet shooting. Fee includes

three boxes of shells, clay pigeons and lunch. Register and pay online.

Contact: Marty Hoeft / [email protected]

GLOW BALL NIGHT GOLF

Friday, July 29 | Dusk, 9:00pm | Pheasant Acres Golf Course

$20 per Person

You have never experienced golf like this! Get ready to walk the course

for this 9-hole scramble and see what it's like to play golf in the dark.

Open to all skill levels. Make your own group or we'll pair you up at the

course. Register and pay online.

Contact: Tom Weibusch / [email protected]

Men's Bible Studies A great place to GROW in your faith through God’s Word and discussion.

BIBLE STUDY

Wednesdays | 6:00am | MGEFC

Join other men as we dive deeper into God's Word to challenge and

encourage one another. Topics will vary.

Contact: Geoff Harper / [email protected]

BIBLE STUDY

Thursdays | 9:00-10:30am | Cabela's, Rogers (upstairs in restaurant area)

Thursdays | 7:00-8:30pm | Perkins, Hwy. 81, Osseo

Join with other men to study God's Word and discuss it together.

Currently we are studying the book of Romans.

Contact: Rob Watlov / [email protected]

LAMPLIGHTER STUDY

Thursdays | 7:30pm | Barnes & Noble, Maple Grove

Men of all ages are invited to join Lamplighters discipleship study.

Lamplighters is a Christian ministry focused on intentional discipleship.

Contact: Byron Berry / [email protected]

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In this world we will have times of trial which demand great perseverance.

Our Lord Jesus has promised that he will provide the perseverance we need.

Let the MGEFC family come around you in your time of need or shortage.

Join a Care Ministry team in any of the many ways detailed below. Carry eachother's burdens and in this way you will fulll the law of Christ. (Galatians 6:2)

For all care needs contact: Jim Hobbs / [email protected]

CHURCH FAMILY CARE IMMEDIATE CARE

Those facing a life-threatening crisis with an immediate need for care

from ministry staff and volunteers may contact the Church Ofce during

ofce hours or leave a voicemail after hours.

CARE CONNECTION

Experiencing a situation or season where you would benet from the

helping hands of our care ministry team? Some ways we may assist are

with meals, visits, household or home repair help.

VISITATION CARE

Offering prayer, spiritual support and encouragement to those in our

church who are hospitalized or recovering at home.

CARE MEALS

During a time of need, meals may be scheduled. Freezer meals are also

available and may be donated at any time for our freezer pantry.

COUNSELING & REFERRALS

Assessment and referrals for Christian counseling assistance availablefor individuals, families and marriages.

FINANCIAL COUNSELING

This ministry provides nancial counseling and assessment to help with

budgeting and nancial discussions.

BENEVOLENCE

Members or regular attendees facing overwhelming nancial hardshipmay meet to discuss their situation and the possibility of assistance.

There is an application process for this assistance.

FUNERALS, MEMORIAL SERVICES AND MAPLE KNOLL CEMETERY

Funerals and memorial services may be held at MGEFC. Our staff and

funeral team are available for planning and services.

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WEDDINGS & PREMARITAL CLASSES WEDDINGS

We welcome members and regular attendees to unite in marriage at

MGEFC. Application available online.

PREMARITAL CLASSES

Premarital classes help couples prepare for their marriage with a rm

biblical foundation.

GROUP SUPPORT

POINT MAN MINISTRIESWill resume in the fall

Point Man Ministries brings spiritual and emotional healing to veterans

of all wars and branches of service, men and women. You are welcome

to come to any monthly meeting.

Contact: Jim Graser / [email protected]

WOMEN OF LIGHT: A WIDOW SUPPORT GROUP

1st Saturday of month | 9:30am | Byerly's Cafe in MG

Want to CONNECT over coffee with other women who share your widow

experience? Women of MGEFC and friends are welcome as we support,

encourage, heal and GROW together. Other events are planned for

summer. Watch the website for details of monthly events.

Contact: Naomi Anderson / [email protected]

PRAYER SUNDAY MORNING PRAYER GATHERING

Sundays | 8:15-8:45am | Room 245

Join us as we come together Sunday mornings to lift up our church in

prayer. All are invited to pray for the church, Pastor Jon, the staff, the

building and the church as a whole! You are welcome to come weekly

or join in when you can.

WORSHIP SERVICE PRAYER TEAMS

Experience the blessing of prayer with church family members, availableafter each worship service.

PRAYER CHAIN PRAYER WARRIORS

Dedicated people from our church pray for the needs of others. You

may join at any time. Prayer requests may be submitted online.

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PRAYER SHAWLS

3rd Tuesday of month | 7:00-9:00pm | Judy Mackey's home

Knit or crocheted by loving hands and prayed for, the gift of a prayer

shawl blesses those in sorrow and celebration. To request a prayer shawl

or join the team, contact Care Ministry. Lessons available.

BECOMING WOMEN OF PRAYER

Tuesdays | 9:30-11:00am | Jeanne Laitinen's home

Join other women for a time of prayer and support. You are welcome

to come weekly or drop in whenever you can.

Contact: Jeanne Laitinen / [email protected]

ELDER/PASTORAL PRAYER

Pastoral staff and/or elders cover you in prayer and anointing.

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SHARE hope by being the hands and feet of Jesus in the inner city and in our

own Maple Grove backyard. Get involved with our Community Partnership

events by looking for various opportunities highlighted on a monthly basis

that let us SHARE hope as a church body! To volunteer or nd out more Contact: Jim Hobbs / [email protected]

COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP EVENTS

July MAPLE GROVE DAYS RICE LAKE CLASSIC RUN

Saturday, July 16 | 7:00am-12:00pmVolunteer to help at this run that departs right from our church parking

lot. A variety of shifts and duties are needed for set up, registration and

post-race entry. Register online.

MAPLE GROVE DAYS BUSINESS EXPO

Saturday, July 16 | 10:00am-4:00pm

Represent MGEFC by volunteering for a shift at our MGEFC booth. Run a

fun game for kids and answer questions about MGEFC. Register online.

MAPLE GROVE DAYS BED RACES

Saturday, July 16 | 7:00pm

Come and cheer on our men's ministry team as they compete in this

years bed race. You won't want to miss this fun fast paced race!

URBAN HOMEWORKS WORK DAY

TBD

Become the hands and feet of Jesus in North Minneapolis as we partner

with Urban Homeworks. Watch the website for more information.

August PACKS ON A MISSION

Bring donations by Sunday, August 14

Purchase and donate school supplies and backpacks for children in

need. Look for our display in the Lobby in early August to pick up a

donation list. Return supplies to church by August 14 for delivery to Rice

Lake Elementary School and our other Community Partners.

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PRAYING FOR OUR MISSIONARIESNot only do our missionaries appreciate the nancial support provided by

MGEFC, they appreciate our prayers. Pray for wisdom, focus and fruit in

ministry. Ask the Lord to encourage, protect and provide for each one.

U.S. BASED PARTNERS

Mark & Mary Jean Coyne (Navigators, CO), Ryan & Laura Elliot (Cru, OH),

Neil & Sue Grindheim (Navigators, CO), Mike & Linda Gunderson

(ReachGlobal, Latin America), Nate & Lori Johnson (Cru, CO),

Bruce Kratky, Dan Miles (Timber Bay), Dan & Debby Minell (Here’s Life

Inner City, New York City, NY), Rob & Jackie Passer (ReachGlobal, NY,

Crisis Response), Charlie & Abbie Schaller (Cru, IA), Worker with JESUS

Film Project (Cru, FL)

GLOBAL OUTREACH PARTNERS AND PROJECTS INCLUDE:

Jen Blevins (ReachGlobal, Haiti), John & Mary Carlson (Prairie Bridge

International, East Asia), Denny & Nicole deBruyn (ReachGlobal,

Germany), Educate Rwanda & Pastor Esron Maniragaba (Evangelical

Free Church of Rwanda), Carlos Gomez (Great Commission Latin

America, Costa Rica), MATTOO – Men Against The Trafcking Of Others,Steve & Liz Spellman (ReachGlobal, Southern Brazil & Haiti),

Josh & Heidi Thulin (Africa Inland Mission’s On-Field Media, Kenya),

Anonymous Workers (Crossworld, Asia)

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES A TALE OF TWO COVENANTS BIBLE STUDY

Have you wondered what Jesus may have SHARED with the two disciples

while walking on the road to Emmaus (Luke 24:27)? A Bible study called

A Tale of Two Covenants explores what Jesus likely highlighted. This study

traces God's ancient promises from Genesis to Revelation and helps

provide a solid biblical basis for missions. Taught by Rob Droullard, the

course can be covered in four sessions.

Contact: Rob Droullard / [email protected]

WHEN HELPING HURTS

The Missions' Leadership Team highly recommends reading a book

used by our short term teams called When Helping Hurts: Alleviating

Poverty Without Hurting the Poor…and Yourself by Steve Corbett and

Brian Fikkert. Pick up a copy or borrow one of ours.

Contact: Missions' Leadership Team / [email protected]

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The Missions' Leadership Team assists and upholds the church in

fullling Christ's Great Commission to make disciples of all nations

(Matthew 28:18-20). Our goal is to help our congregation:

• GROW in vision and passion for missions,• CONNECT with our missionaries and projects, and

• SHARE the gospel with all peoples, especially the unreached.

UPCOMING TRIP NEWS STATEN ISLAND

Mission Trip | June 12-18 2016

Pray for the team as they rebuild homes devastated by hurricane sandy,

for safety as they travel, and health while in Staten Island.

CHOLUTECA, HONDURAS

Mission Trip | January 2017

Consider joining the Honduras mission team on their next trip in January

2017. This team will partner with Choluteca GCLA (Great Commission

Latin America) Church to serve in several exciting ways, including:

• Lead a Vacation Bible School• Work with the malnutrition clinic and daycare center in Limon

• Evangelize under the guidance of the local church

• Assist with various construction projects

Contact: Marv & Verna Hillstrom / [email protected]

HAITI

Mission Trip | Summer 2017

This team will partner with our Evangelical Free Church missionary, JenBlevins, in serving the people of Haiti.

Contact: Jim Hobbs / [email protected]

OTHER MISSION FIELD NEWS RWANDA

Please pray for the Evangelical Free Church of Rwanda and Pastor Esron

Maniragaba and his wife Kezia and their family. Pray for Christ-centered

unity and strong leadership in the local church, the church plants

throughout Rwanda and their Christian schools and students.

Contact: Shane Mason / [email protected]

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