The Paper | March/April Issue 2 Vol 3

ISSUE 2VOLUME 3

MAR/APR 2016

CONTENTS

Content deadline is due the 7th of each month for the next issue. Submit to: [email protected]

Who are The Williams?

Reach Project Update

What’s Remarkable About John The Baptist?

Interview with Senior Pastor Bob Bouwer

Good Friday & Easter Service Times

Missions Highlight

Faith Santo Domingo Update

Faith Hammond moves to the HAC

Beecher

Cedar Lake

Dyer

Hammond

Highland

Schererville

Valparaiso

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Whether you’ve been attending Faith Church for a long time or you are a first time visitor, THE PAPER is here to help! Being a part of this church family is a partnership in growth, so we encourage you to be involved in 3 ways:

1 / WORSHIP ON THE WEEKENDS

2 / CONNECT IN COMMUNITY

3 / SERVE OTHERS

Gather with others to listen to a message from God’s Word, sing, pray and lift up the name of Jesus. Attend a service at one of our campuses. Faith Kids (infants-5th grade) is a safe place where kids can worship Jesus at their level. Don’t miss the opportunity to gather with others and worship each week. Invite a friend.

Being a follower of Jesus was never meant to be done alone. Sole-ranger Christianity usually means discouragement and failure. God has provided a better way- Biblical community. Community keeps us encouraged, helps us build meaningful friendships, and most importantly, helps us grow as Christians. This can be through a Mini-Church, Bible Study or Serving Team. No matter what your age, God does not intend for you to walk through life alone. Be real. Be known.

Join a weekend Serving Team at one of our campuses, serve in your neighborhood or around the world! God has gifted each of us to do something special. Discover the joy of serving.

FAITH FAMILYHIGHLIGHTTHE WILL IAMS FAMILY

WHAT IS YOUR NAME?

Joshua, Nicole and our 17-year old son, Christian Williams

WHERE ARE YOU FROM?

Highland, Indiana

HOW DID YOU FIRST GET CONNECTED TO FAITH CHURCH?

We were attending Dyer for about a month before the Faith Highland launch. We saw the announcements for Faith Highland, so we came to support the launch and our family has been here ever since.

WHAT HAVE YOU SEEN GOD DO AT FAITH CHURCH?

We have been excited to see the incredible growth that has taken place since day one and are thankful to be a part of it.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT THE WORSHIP SERVICES?

We enjoy the freedom we have in praise and worship and that we always feel challenged to apply the message to our daily lives.

WHERE DO YOU SERVE AT FAITH CHURCH?

MOPS, Worship vocals

HOW DO YOU CONNECT WITH OTHERS AT YOUR CAMPUS?

We have connected mostly by being involved in a mini church. Nicole attended Coffee Break Bible studies when our campus first began.

WHAT HAVE YOU SEEN GOD DO IN YOUR LIFE?

We never really understood the meaning of community as it pertained to a church family,but now that we have become more connected, we are beginning to feel more and more like a part of the church that we feel sure that God has sent us to.

ANYTHING ELSE YOU WANT TO SHARE?

Our family’s prayer had been for some time that we could be involved in a church that reached out to the community that we lived in. We continue to be so thankful and blessed that our church and its leaders do their best to seek the Lord and His guidance for our family and yours.

Dyer Worship Center UpgradeFaith Church Dyer has finalized its upgrade of the Worship Center. Thanks to the Reach Project, through your generosity, we were able to upgrade this space to be warm, inviting, and improve our experience of worship in Dyer as well as the technology for videos to our sites.

Cedar Lake Grand OpeningFaith Church Cedar Lake will have an official Grand Opening for the community on Sunday, March 6. While our brothers and sisters in Cedar Lake have felt like the Israelites in their 8 year journey as a campus, they will finally land in a building that is permanent for their worship and community as a church! In addition, they will be kicking off their Reflectors ministry for special needs. Pray for the Cedar Lake campus as they continue to transition into this facility and new space and, most importantly, that people would come to hear the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Your generosity in the Reach Project has been amazing and we continually thank and praise God for you. Join me in thankfulness to our Lord, he is ever faithful, ever generous!

Total Pledges: $7,677,884Received So Far: $3,116,052.51

DISCOVERING JESUSJoin us on a journey through all four Gospels as we learn more about Jesus through the eyes of those who walked with Him. This introductory guide will help you understand why we have four Gospels and what each teaches about the nature and ministry of Jesus Christ.

FAITH PHOTOGRAPHERSMeets 1st Monday of the month beginningMarch 7, 7-8 pm at Faith Dyer

For experienced photographers who would like to donate their time and photos to be used in various platforms of Faith Church communications. All participants musthave their own camera.

For more info contact Josh [email protected].

BOOK OF THE MONTH

DISCOVER FAITH &PARTNER WITH FAITH

Discover Faith Classes

Beecher – Wednesday, April 20, 7-9:30 pmDyer – Sunday, April 17, 3-5:30 pm

Hammond – Sunday, April 17, 3-5:30 pmHighland – Sunday, April 17, 12:30-3 pm

Schererville – Wednesday, April 20, 6:30-9 pm

Valparaiso – Sunday, April 17, 3-5:30 pm

Partner with Faith Classes

Beecher - Wednesday, March 16 , 7-9:30 pmCedar Lake - Tuesday, March 22, 7 pm Dyer – Thursday, March 17, 6:30-9 pm

Hammond – Sunday, May 15, 3-5:30 pm Highland – Sunday, May 15, 12:30-3 pm

Schererville – Wednesday, March 16, 6:30-9 pmValparaiso – Thursday, March 17, 6:30-9 pm

FEAT URIN G

Lisa Harper

Learn more at faithchurchonline.org

Register at faithchurchonline.org /calendar of eventsAny questions contact Beth at [email protected]

Tuesday, April 126:30 - 8:30 pm in Faithful Grounds at Faith Dyer

Artist: Jan Krediet | Cost: $25(includes coffee, snacks & supplies for a finished product)

SPRING HILL

DAY CAMPDYER - JUNE 27-JULY 1 • HIGHLAND - JULY 5-8 • BEECHER - JULY 11-15

IS COMING BACK!

Join faith kids* for easter!*infant-5th grade

REGISTER AT FAITHCHURCHKIDS.ORG

WHAT’S REMARKABLE ABOUT

JOHN THE BAPTIST?BY: DR. BRIAN DENNERT

“What kind of guy lives in the wilderness, eating locusts and honey and wearing camel hair?” This is a question people ask me when they find out that my doctoral research was on John the Baptist. While these details about John (see Matthew 3:4 and Mark 1:6) might seem odd to us, what I find remarkable about John is not his diet and dress but his approach to life, - he lived as one who did not seek attention on himself but directed people towards Jesus.

From his birth to his death, John pointed away from himself and to Jesus. His miraculous birth to aged parents, Zechariah and Elizabeth, brought them joy, but his father was told that John’s purpose in life was to get people ready for Jesus (see Luke 1:5-25 and 1:57-80). The whole point of his ministry was that God’s kingdom (and king) was coming soon (Matthew 3:2), with John’s work of baptizing with water prefiguring the work of God baptizing his people with the Holy Spirit and fire (Matthew 3:11-12). When the crowds around him started de-creasing, he didn’t care because he knew that Jesus, not he, was the hero of the story (see John 3:25-30). In fact, John encouraged his disciples to follow Jesus (John 1:35-47). Even John’s execution by the Roman-appointed ruler (see Mark 6:14-29) points to Jesus’ death with Jesus’ resurrection showing how he is greater and the promised one. John’s diet and dress were part of his work to prepare others for Jesus, showing him as one who lives in the wilderness (to fulfill the promise of Isaiah 40:3 as a voice preparing people for God) and protests the au-thorities because God would overthrow the current world system through Jesus.

John had a special calling as the “promised Elijah” who came before the arrival of God (Malachi 4:5-6, Matthew 11:14), but Jesus tells us that we are even greater than John (Matthew 11:11) because we experience the kingdom in a way he never could in light of Jesus’ ministry, death, resurrection, and ascension. Therefore, John’s example should challenge us -- not to eat and dress like him, but to have every detail of our lives be affected by Jesus and point to Him. We often live our lives as if we are the center of the universe, but what might it look like for you to live a life pointing others to the one who has come, Jesus Christ? How might you similarly decrease so that Jesus can increase (John 3:30)?

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO CHANGE THE WORLD ONE RELATIONSHIP AT A TIME?

It means that God is calling us to restore the world one relationship at a time. We hired a branding company called “Cultivate,” and they took us through this incredibly intense examination of who we are as a church. What they found was that we have a clear vision, which is “to reach the disconnected and grow the connected,” but we need to get it down into people’s laps so that we can all own and share this vision together. It’s about communicating to each person in our church that God wants to use you, not just “the church” but each person, to restore the world one relationship at a time.

WHY IS EASTER AN IMPORTANT TIME FOR EVANGELISM?

The vast majority of the world is aware of Easter. It’s a main entry point for outreach. The Holy Spirit stirs people and two times a year there is a heightened awareness of God in the world: Christmas and Easter. The Holy Spirit is working ahead of and behind us. Easter is like the Christian Superbowl.

HOW HAVE YOU DONE PERSONAL INVITATIONS?

Every time Faith hands out invitation cards, I give them to my neighbors. Two of my neighbors come to the service when I do this. I’ll hand these cards out at restaurants and places I visit. At a restaurant, I’ll leave the card with the tip or personally hand it to them. Invite people at places where you have personal relationships like family, friends, coworkers, fellow students and neighbors because if you hand these cards out front at Walmart, there is a very small chance someone will come to the service.

WHERE ARE YOU IN RELATIONSHIP WITH PEOPLE THAT ARE NOT BELIEVERS; HOW DO YOU SHOW THEM THE LOVE OF CHRIST?

I used to be better at this. I would visit businesses in our church and connect with the employees who worked there. When my kids were younger and involved with sports,

INTERVIEW WITH PASTOR BOBBY: MARJORIE DEVRIES

I would connect with the other parents. But my world has changed. I don’t have as much contact with the unchurched world like I used to. At 54 [years old], I have to be more intentional about reaching them.

I do go running in a group on Saturdays, and I also frequent coffee shops and restau-rants so I’m able to connect with the world in these ways now.

I connect with them through just loving them. My two words that I use are “lips and life.” I want to share with my lips and tell them about Jesus, and I want my life to speak and love on these people. So to show others the love of Christ, you want to say it and you want to live it.

WHAT ARE YOU EXCITED ABOUT FOR THIS EASTER AT FAITH CHURCH?

Earlier this year, all eight pastors, worship leaders and some support staff went on a half-day retreat. We prayed, we worshipped, and we started planning really early. God showed up in great ways. It was exciting because everyone was on board and had great ideas for the Easter service.

Recently, there has been an increased sense of unity in all the campuses. Growing so fast with eight sites, it got a little confusing because it was so chaotic, but now that we have slowed down, we’re more unified as a team, and we all know that we’re doing this together.

I’m excited about the passage for this year’s Easter service. I don’t want to give it away because it’s a surprise, but it’s a unique passage and it excites us. There’s also going to be a cool video shown during the service, kind of from a different angle so that is exciting, too.

WHAT IS YOUR HEART ON EVANGELISM?

Part of Easter is believing that Jesus did rise from the dead. So many people get con-fused about what it means to be a Christian.

It’s not a myth. There was a man who rose from the dead. A real man named Jesus and we need to tell His story—that’s what evangelism is. Being a Christian is really believing it. The real belief that there was a man named Jesus who died and rose from the gtrave, and just like Jesus died and rose, we also will die and rise. We need to speak and witness to people and believe it ourselves.

EASTER LEAVES A SENSE OF URGENCY. THE REALITY OF HEAVEN AND HELL AND DYING WITHOUT KNOWING THE SAVIOR, THAT THERE WILL BE ETERNAL PUNISH-MENT.

People ask if they or someone they know has wandered away from the faith…are they still saved? I say yes. Anything short of that is against the will of God. People are always relieved when they hear this. Salvation is not based on you. God made a covenant with you that He will be your God, and His love is steadfast. You can try to run from God, but nothing can separate you from the love of God. Even though we wander away and shut God out, He is still with us.

VOLUME NIGHT6TH-12TH GRADE ALL CAMPUS STUDENT WORSHIP NIGHT

SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 6:00-8:00 PM AT THE CEDAR LAKE CAMPUS6729 W. 133RD AVE, CEDAR LAKE, IN

GOOD FRIDAY SERVICESFriday, March 25 at 5 & 7 pm –Faith Dyer (all campuses are invited)

Faith Kids Nursery (Infant-2yrs) available at the 5 pm service.Reflectors Worship not available.

EASTER SERVICESRegular service times for all campuses with additional 7 am service at Faith Highland*

Faith Kids (all ages) and Reflectors will meet their normal weekend times.*No Faith Kids at the 7 am service | No Evening Service.

Easter is a perfect opportunity to do a one-time serve. Faith Kids experiences aninflux of children during holiday services. If you’d like to help out, contact Nicky at

[email protected].

THURSDAY,NOV. 26

HOSTED BY THE VINE BOOKSTORE& FAITHFUL GROUNDS - FAITH DYER

ARE WE IN THE END TIMES? TUES, MAR 29, 7-8PM

SPEAKER: DR. BEN RIBBENSASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF THEOLOGY

RECOMMENDED READING:

ThriveCONFERENCE

More details & registration at faithchurchonline.org

April 16, 9am-12:30pm (doors open at 8:30am)“Lunch with Lina” opportunity

additional cost & registration required

Presented by Faith Singles

T his past October, Faith Church Elder, Dr. Carl Toren, along with his son, Daniel, and Rev. Michael Amo-Adu (an RCA pastor from New York)

traveled to Ethiopia to meet with our brothers and sisters and continue to build relationships with our partners in Aira.

While there, Dr. Toren saw pediatric patients in the hospital and taught a course on Environmental Health in the nursing school. Daniel Toren helped with English lessons in the seminary and the local Christian high school and played soccer with the local kids (the common language among many internationals). Pastor Michael taught the

book of Galatians at Onesimus Nesib Seminary (ONS).

Many from Faith Church have sponsored pastors at ONS over the last 4 years so it was great to meet with those pastors as well as be introduced to the incoming class. Because of the generosity from Faith Church as well as family and friends, Carl was able to bring along 84 ESV study Bibles which were given to the upper-level seminary students. Because most of the pastors travel to far-reached places, these study Bibles often are literally the only resource they have in sermon prep so they will be used well! In addition to their work in the hospital and schools, the group was able to arrange for 10

AIRA TRIP RECAP

spring protections. In many areas, we hear of the need to drill for clean water; in this region of Ethiopia, the water bubbles to the surface through natural springs and simply needs a clean, protected area for it to be utilized well for the local community.

The local Synod in Western Ethiopia continues to expand dramatically. Since Carl and Pastor Jason DeVries visited Aira in 2012, membership has grown by 60,000 now reaching 260,000 which is more than the entire RCA denomination. There are 233 congregations (22 have been added since 2012), and the number

of pastors has grown from 73 to 100, each serving 2-5 congregations. There is much to celebrate in Western Ethiopia, and Faith Church is excited to be a part of what God is doing there!

Coming up!The weekend of March 5/6, we will again have the opportunity to sponsor 20 pastors for the coming year as they work to complete their formal education at Onesimus Nesib Seminary (ONS). Leadership Development is undeniably the most strategic impact the North American church can bring to these far-reached regions, and Faith Church is excited to be involved in this way alongside ONS!

This past January a team from Faith spent a week serving alongside All God’s Children in Comayagua, Honduras. While there, the team was able to visit many of the ministries that are a part of All God’s Children including the Hogar (children’s Home), Misericordia (home for those with special needs), and Buen Pastor (home for young single mothers). While serving in these areas they were able to interact with the children, play games, lead VBS and crafts, as well as repaint some of the wall around the Hogar (Children’s Home). Way to go Faith Church!

HONDURAS MISSIONS TRIP

TEAM WORLD VISION

Chicago Half Marathon – September 25, 2016www.chicagohalfmarathon.com Chicago Marathon – October 9, 2016www.chicagomarathon.com

Beginning April 9/10 we have the opportunity to participate, alongside World Vision, with the gift of promise packs! In many parts of the world, the only requirement for attending school is having a notebook and a pencil, but even this can be a challenge for many. World Vision Promise Packs include basic school supplies, hygiene items, and a blanket treated with insect repellent to protect children from malaria and other insect-borne diseases.

Each Kit costs $22

Deadline for Donations: April 24

WORLD VISION PROMISE PACKS

Kits include:

• Backpack• Notebook• Pens• Pencils• Pencil Sharpener• Eraser• Ruler• Crayons• Toothbrush• Toothpaste• Soap• Washcloth• Treated Blanket• Note of Encouragement

Register at faithchurchonline.org /calendar of eventsAny questions contact Beth at [email protected]

Sat, March 199-11 am in Faithful Grounds at Faith Dyer

Artist: Jessica Smit

Cost: $15(includes cocoa, snacks and supplies for a

finished product)

• Beecher: morning MOPS group available and Moms in the Middle launching this fall (morning/evening TBD)

• Cedar Lake: Moms in the Middle group available and MOPS re-launching this fall (morning/evening TBD)

• Dyer Campus: morning MOPS, evening MOPS, morning Moms in the Middle, and evening Moms of Empty Nests groups available

• Highland: morning MOPS group available

• Valpo: morning “moms” group launching this fall

Visit momsnation.org for more info or to pre-register.

MOMSNATION INVITES YOU TO PRE-REGISTER FOR THE FALL

Make the MOST of your MomsNation participation! Develop lasting relationships, serve the Lord, and sharpen your spiritual giftings. We want YOU on a serving team! Need more information before committing? Visit momsnation.org for descriptions of all available serving positions or complete an application to serve (upper right hand corner of momsnation.org webpage).

W e are building momentum in our launch of a couple of small groups, with a serious approach in growing disciples - folks are engaged and

maturing in the faith. We are growing slowly but trust that the Lord will give the increase as we continue to pray and work hard! Our radio program is also picking up steam and hundreds of people are engaging with us on social media. The message is uploaded to SoundCloud and shared on both Facebook and our webpage. We have also promoted some ads on FB and thousands have been reached, and hundreds have indicated that they liked either the message or the invite.

We launched on Saturday, February 6, our street evangelism program entitled “Faith Moves Mountains.” We kicked off with a powerful message, music, one-on-one engagement with people all throughout the neighborhood, and follow-up. Faith Moves Mountains basically goes into a particular community to spread God’s love and invite residents to join us in a music celebration where we also share the Gospel and invite them to receive Jesus in their hearts. We had nearly 100 people come in and take a seat and about 22 people came forward and

FAITH SANTO DOMINGO UPDATE

accepted Jesus. While nearly 100 people came in and took a seat, hundreds passed by and stood listening on the outside perimeter of the parking lot where we were hosting the celebration. Many more were prayed for throughout the parking lot and outside as well.

The next “splashy” outreach event was on Feb 20 at a tennis club where 70-75 “ball boys” worked (ages range from 10-17). We had some snacks for these boys and distributed gifts in collaboration with Samaritan Purse DR volunteers. This kick-off event introduced the youth to an evangelistic program entitled “The Great Adventure,” which will continue for the next 12 Saturdays. We also be ministerd to the parents of these youth. We will continue on this missional path and constantly push this nascent faith community to reach out. Our children’s program (15 kids or so) is going really well and they are learning a lot. Our Children’s volunteers are truly talented and love the kids.

We are ‘hungry’ for people to come to Christ and to join our church, so we ask FC to cover us with prayers. We are asking God to bring in a strong harvest and for dozens of small groups to be formed and shaped in Christ-likeness!

BEECHERWORSHIP201 E. Church RoadBeecher, IL 60401

FaithChurchBeecher

Service Times: Sun, 9 & 11 am

*Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: [email protected]

Faith Kids Worship(Infant-5th Grade) Sun, 9 & 11 am

The Vine bookstore is open after all weekend services.

Want to serve? Want to be connected? Have prayer needs? Need more information about Faith-Beecher or any classes/events? Complete the tear-off portion of the weekend program and submit it to the Welcome & Hospitality Center.

CONNECT● WOMEN

Women’s Bible StudyWednesdays, 7 pmContact Leanne at [email protected] Book of RuthBeginning March 9 through April 27Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday

MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers(Infant through Kindergarten) Thursdays, 9-11 amMar 10 | Apr 14 & 28Contact Katie or Rachel at [email protected] Meets every other Thursday

Stitchin’ SistersTuesday, 9:30 amContact Marietta Koster at 708.258.6450Meets 1st Tuesday of each month

● MEN Men’s Bible/Book StudyThursdays, 7 pmContact John at [email protected] I Peter - “Survival in Today’s World”Meets 2nd & 4th Thursday

• ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN)

Mini-ChurchesContact Anne at [email protected]

Mini-Church Leader Workshop“Asking Questions” - Faith DyerWednesday, Apr 27, 7-8 pm As mini-church leaders, how and what kinds of questions we ask can fuel a group’s discussion. This work-shop will focus on learning how we can ask good questions that allow us to discover more about each other and our journey with God. Please join us so we can learn from each other on how to ask good questions. RSVP to [email protected].

Mini-Church New Leader TrainingWednesday, Apr 27, 7-8 pm-Faith DyerGod created us for community. He dwells in community. Come to this Mini-Church New Leader Training and learn how you can lead others into this God-inspired culture. RSVP [email protected].

Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina [email protected] Marriage Ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple! “Preparing for Marriage” classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Re-pair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information.

● STUDENTS

Faith Beecher Students (6th-12th grade) Fridays, 6-8:30 pmContact Heidi at [email protected] your friends!Meets 1st & 3rd Friday

● CARE

Faith Family Market Thursdays, 6-7 pm(No appointment needed)Contact Stephanie at [email protected] Specific FFM donations needed are located by the shopping cart in theentryway. Contact Stephanie if you are interested in being a part of the FFM

team. Open 1st & 3rd Thursday

● CLASSES & EVENTS

Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Leanne [email protected] have been made to the member-ship pathway. Both classes are required for membership. The following classes will be held at Faith Beecher in the com-ing months:Discover Faith (Class #1 - Inquirer’s class)Wed, Apr 20 (7-9:30 pm)

Partner with Faith (Class #2 - Membership class) Wed, Mar 16, 7-9:30 pmThu, May 18, 7-9:30 pm

SERVEThere are many ways for you to get involved at Faith-Beecher. Contact the following team leaders for more in-formation if you’d like to serve on one of these teams or you would like more information:

Faith Kids - Contact Leah at [email protected] or Rachel at [email protected]

Frontline Team – Contact Frank Basile at [email protected]

Frontline Connector Team – Contact Beth at [email protected]

The Vine Bookstore – Contact Patti at [email protected]

Prayer Team – Contact Bob at [email protected]

Technical Arts or Worship Team – Contact Craig at [email protected]

Coffee Service – Contact John at [email protected]

Faith Family Market – Contact Stephanie at [email protected].

Care & Share team – Contact Marietta Koster at [email protected]

Student Ministry Adult Leaders – Contact Heidi at [email protected]

CEDAR LAKEWORSHIP6729 W. 133rd AveCedar Lake, IN 46303

FaithChurchCedarLake

Service Times: Sun, 9 & 11 am

*Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request: [email protected]


CONNECT● WOMEN

ATTENTION ALL WOMEN! You are invited to a movie night on Tuesday, Mar 8 at 7 pm. We are watching War Room to kick off the Bible Studies! You are welcome to attend even if you can’t be at the studies!

Book Study - Armor of God by Priscilla ShirerMarch 22-June 21, 7 pmMeets the 2nd & 4th Tuesday Contact Karla at [email protected] OR March 22-April 26, 7 pmMeets weekly Contact Debbie at [email protected] enemy seeks to wreak havoc on everything that matters to you. If you’re tired of being pushed around and caught with your guard down, this study is for you.

Moms in the Middle(Moms with school-aged children)Thursdays, 6:30 pm Contact Angela at [email protected] Meets 2nd & 4th Thursday

● MEN

Bible Study Saturdays, 6:30-8:30 am Contact Greg at [email protected] weekly

Bible/Book Study -When Life Gets Hard by James MacDonaldWednesdays, 6:30 pm Contact Matt [email protected] 2nd & 4th Wednesday

● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN)


Mini-Church Leader Workshop“Asking Questions” - Faith DyerWednesday, Apr 27, 7-8 pm As mini-church leaders, how and what kinds of questions we ask can fuel a group’s discussion. This workshop will focus on learning how we can ask good questions that allow us to discover more about each other and our journey with God. Please join us so we can learn from each other on how to ask good questions. RSVP to [email protected].


Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina [email protected] Marriage Ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple! “Preparing for Marriage” classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Repair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information.

● STUDENTS

Faith Cedar Lake Students (6th-12th grade)Wednesdays, 6:30-8 pm Contact Jason at [email protected] weekly

Volume NightSunday, March 13, 6-8 pmFaith Cedar Lake

(6729 W 133rd Ave)Faith Students! Join all your favorite friends from all our faith campuses for a Spring “TAKE THE LAKE” Volume Night in the new Cedar Lake building. Worship, games, snacks, prizes, adventure & excitement. See you there!

Stay connected with us via:Facebook.com/studentsCLInstagram: @FaithStudentsCLFor text updates, send the message @fclyouth to 81010

● CARE

Faith Family Market, Mondays, 10 am-noon (closed the 5th Monday)Contact Beckie at [email protected] you’re looking for a great place to serve the community and you’re available on Monday mornings, the Family Market team is a great place to start. We are looking for some extra hands to love the community. Easter Dinner Baskets: Canned French green beans, French’s fried onions, cream of mushroom soup, large can sweet potatoes/yams, box of scalloped potatoes, large Jello, large instant pudding, large fruit cocktail, jiffy pie crust mix, jiffy corn bread mix and peach, apple or cherry pie filling.Easter Dinner Basket Donations are due March 13.

Reflectors MinistrySundays, 11 am Contact Ronda at [email protected] ministry exists to help people with any disability grow in their relationship with Jesus at their own level and to be enfolded into the church community. Kids Worship buddies and prayer partners are available to help make church more accessible to them and their caregivers. Please contact us if you know of anyone who could be blessed by this ministry or if you have an interest in serving in this capacity.


Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Sue [email protected] have been made to the membership pathway. Both classes are required for membership. The following classes will be held at Faith Cedar Lake

in the coming months:

Partner with Faith (Class #2 - membership class)Tuesday, Mar 22, 7 pm Note: To attend this class you’rerequired to have attended a Discover Faith Class.

SERVESOMETHING NEW!Get ready to impact the Cedar Lake community for Christ! Men of Faith is looking for MEN AND WOMEN to help meet the needs and serve those in our community. Can you help with small repair work, painting, deep cleaning, etc.? Meet at the CAC on the last Saturday of each month from 8:30 am – noon. Contact Greg with any questions: [email protected].

Kids Hope USA. Would you like to help change a child’s life? Kids Hope USA is in need of mentors for kids. Children are paired with a caring church member who serves as their mentor. The mentor and child meet for one hour a week, each week of the school year. Mentors spend time reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs one. The Cedar Lake Campus serves the

children of MacArthur Elementary School. If you are interested or want to know more contact Jennifer LeRose [email protected]

Free Lunch: We serve a free lunch at the CAC on the last Saturday of the month. If your mini-church or group of friends would be interested in helping, contact May [email protected].

Frontline: Our Frontline ministry is looking for friendly people who will welcome and greet those who come on a weekend. We are also looking for volunteers for our Welcome Center to help people get connected. If you have a heart for people, we would love to have you join our team. Contact Karla at [email protected] for details.

Other ways to get involved at Faith Cedar Lake:

Faith Kids (infant-5th grade);Ronda [email protected]

Faith Students (6th-12th grade):

Jason [email protected]

MomsNation (MOPS/Moms in the Middle)Angela at [email protected] team (includes greeters, welcome center, golf cart, coffee service & The Vine) Karla [email protected]

Prayer TeamJerry at [email protected]

TAG or Worship TeamJason [email protected]

Faith Family MarketBeckie [email protected]

SecurityNick [email protected]

Card MinistryMarcy [email protected]

Saturday Lunch Dawn at [email protected]

FAITH CEDAR LAKEGRAND OPENING

SUNDAY, MARCH 6, 2016

NEW SERVICE TIMES: 9 & 11* AM*REFLECTORS AVAILABLE

WORSHIP100 81st Avenue | Dyer, IN 46311

FaithChurchDyer

Service TimesSat, 6 pm & Sun, 9 & 11 am

*Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request:[email protected]

Faith Kids Worship(Infant-5th Grade) Sat, 6 pm & Sun, 9 & 11 am

Reflectors Worship (Disability Ministry) Sun, 11 am

The Vine bookstore and Faithful Grounds Coffee Shop are open before and after all weekend services.

CONNECT● WOMEN

Women’s Bible Studies

Love God Greatly Monday, 9 am - Rm 144(ongoing) Contact Liz at [email protected] We are currently studying Growing Through PrayerMeets weekly

Believing Jesus by Lisa HarperThursday, 7 pm - Rm 144(Jan 14-May 5)Contact Rose [email protected] every other Thursday

Hebrews by Lisa HarperTuesday, 9:30 am - Rm 142/143(Feb 9 - Mar 22)Contact Denise [email protected] weekly

Card Connection Thursday, 6:30 pm - Rm 141Contact [email protected] the last Thursday of the monthto make cards for the Faith Church family.

Note Change: Previously on the 1st Thursday

Courageous Love Monday, 7 pm - Garage Prayer RmContact Karyn at [email protected] confidential ministry provides love, encouragement, support and hope to moms of LGBT children.Meets the 3rd Monday

Faith Stitchers Thursday, 1-4 pm - Room 140/141Contact Carol at 708.367.0283We knit & crochet for those in need.All are welcome.Meets the 2nd Thursday (Sep-May)

MomsNation

MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant-Kindergarten)

*Visit faithchurchonline.org/con-nect/adult/momsnation for exact dates for each group.

Thursday Morning MOPS9 am - AtriumContact Lauren at [email protected] twice per month

Friday Morning MOPS9 am - AtriumContact Lauren [email protected] twice per month

Evening MOPS6:30 pm - Room 144/145Contact Cherilyn [email protected] twice per month

Moms in the Middle (MITM) (Moms with 1st-12th graders) Tuesdays, 9:30 am - Room 144/145Contact Christy [email protected] twice per month

Moms of Empty Nests (Moms with late high school to adult children)Mondays, 6:30 pm - Room 144/145Contact Debbie [email protected] twice per month

● MEN

Prayer GroupWednesdays, 8 am - Prayer RoomThis Men’s Prayer Group meets weekly to fellowship and pray for the cares and concerns of the Faith family.

Men’s Bible StudySaturdays, 6:30 am - The Garage Contact Dante at [email protected] 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturday

● ADULTS (Men & Women)

ChoirContact Jen [email protected] Monday, Mar 28 & Apr 11, 7-8 pm Meet in Room 142/143 Sing on Apr 16/17 weekendANDMonday, Apr 25 & May 9, 7-8 pm Meet in Room 142/143Sing on May 14/15 weekend

Young Adults (18-30 something)Contact Jenise at [email protected] love being in community! Keep up with everything we are doing togeth-er: facebook.com/catalystfaithInterested in being connected in a mini-church for 18-30 somethings? Contact Jenise at email above.

NWI Singles of Faith Tuesdays, 7-9 pm Meets at Faith Highland - Room 201Contact Sandy Reitsma [email protected]

Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina [email protected] Marriage ministry is available for you to get connected as a cou-ple! “Preparing for Marriage” classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Repair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more infor-mation.

DYER

on Tuesday nights as a place of res-cue, restoration, safety, and renewal for those seeking God’s healing from life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Meets weekly

Celebration StationTuesdays, 6:45-9 pmFarm/Jungle RoomContact Beckie at bhayes&faithchurchonline.orgCelebration Station is designed for kids 5 to 13 years old whose parents attend one of the Tuesday care groups. We hope to make Jesus the foundation of their lives, break cycles of dysfunction, and join their parents in forgiveness and healing.

Divorce CareTuesdays, 7 pm - Clubhouse RoomContact Charlie at 219.374.6041Meets weekly

Faith Family MarketSundays, 8:45 am-12 noonRoom 128Contact Kelly at [email protected] Market provides assistance to those who have grocery needs. We ask that you shop & receive care before the 11 am service. You may stop and pick up your groceries after the service. Market closes at noon.Open the 2nd & 4th Sunday

ReflectorsSundays, 11 am-12 noonRooms 140-146These classrooms function similar to a Special Education Classroom. Typ-ical elements include: modified Bible lessons, crafts, games, singing, and other interactive activities.Contact Vinnie at [email protected] Room 140/141 Children ages 3-12

Room 142-144 & 146 Teens/Adults (ages 13 & up)

Room 145 - Quiet Family Space is available during weekend services at Dyer. The service is streamed live through a television in a secluded living room available for families with special needs members that need a quiet, private space to worship.

Reflectors Respite Program Friday, March 11, 5:30 pm - 8:30 pmSaturday, April 23, 9 am - 3 pm (coincides with Parent Retreat)This is a 3-hour program of fun activ-ities for individuals with special needs of all ages (and their siblings). RSVP online at reflectorsministry.org.

Reflectors Parent RetreatSaturday, April 23, 9:30 am - 2:30 amThis is a 5-hour day of tranquility, en-couragement, lunch, and fellowship at the Ravines Retreat Center in Lowell, IN for parents (married or single) and caregivers of individuals with special needs. RSVP online - reflectorsministry.org or call Vinnie for more information - (219) 864-0300 ext. 197.

Reflectors Fashion & Talent ShowSunday, March 6, 2 pmThe Reflectors Ministry is partnering with the Down Syndrome Associa-tion of Northwest Indiana to put on a fashion and talent show for individuals with special needs. All are welcome to attend! To participate, please sign-up online at reflectorsministry.org or call Vinnie - (219) 864-0300 ext. 197.

Mission Trip | Serving OpportunityJoni & Friends Family RetreatJune 12-17 | Cost is $470Contact Vinnie at [email protected] the 4th summer in a row, Faith Church will be sending a team up to Muskegon, MI in the middle of June to serve families affected by disability at Joni & Friends Family Retreat. It’s a remarkable week of retreat and com-munity for the families that go, and it’s an amazing experience for all who are part of it!

Fresh HopeWednesdays, 7-8:30 pmMeets at the Highland CampusFresh Hope is our Mental Health Support Group. This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (fam-ily members, close friends). For more information, visit: faithchurchonline.org/connect/ care-ministry/mental-health or email [email protected].

● HEALTH & WELLNESS

Faithfully FitMonday, Wednesday & Friday 5:15-6:15 am - AtriumContact Mary at [email protected] or708-650-2287aerobic interval training fitness class

12.1 Running ClubSaturdays, 7 amFaith Dyer - AtriumContact Louie & Mary [email protected] weekly

Pass It On HockeySundays, 6:50 am atHomewood-Flossmoor Ice Arena


Mini-Church Leader Workshop“Asking Questions” - Faith DyerWednesday, Apr 27, 7-8 pm Partner with Faith (Class #2 membership class)

vAs mini-church leaders, how and what kinds of questions we ask can fuel a group’s discussion. This workshop will be focused on learning how we can ask good questions that allow us to dis-cover more about each other and our journey with God. Please join us so we can learn from each other on how to ask good questions. RSVP to [email protected].


● STUDENTS

Faith Students:

Middle School (6th-8th grade)Wednesdays, 6:30 pm - The GarageContact John at [email protected] weekly

High School (9th-12th grade) Sundays, 6-8:30 pm - The Garage Contact Tory [email protected] weekly

Volume NightSunday, March 13, 6-8 pmFaith Cedar Lake(6729 W 133rd Ave)Faith Students! Join all your favorite friends from all our faith campuses for a Spring “TAKE THE LAKE” Volume Night in the new Cedar Lake building. Worship, games, snacks, prizes, adventure & excitement. See you there!

● CARE

Our HopeTuesdays, 7-9 pm - Prayer RoomContact Jeri at [email protected] support group for womenMeets 1st & 3rd Tuesday Celebrate RecoveryTuesdays, 7-9 pm - The GarageContact Jim at [email protected] Recovery is open to everyone

GROUPS & DINNER 5:45 | WORSHIP 7:00 | GROUPS 8:15

CHILDCARE PROVIDED FOR DINNER & WORSHIP (INFANT- 10 YRS)

FAITH DYER

WEDNESDAYSLIVING OUT THE GOSPEL THROUGH RELATIONSHIPS

Contact Carl [email protected] of all ages welcome. Meets weekly


Discover Faith | Partner with FaithContact Bonnie [email protected] have been made to the member-ship pathway. Both classes are required for membership. The following classes will be held at Faith Dyer in the coming months:Discover Faith (Class #1 - Inquirer’s class)Sun, Apr 17 (3-5:30 pm)

Partner with Faith (Class#2 - Membership class)Thu, Mar 17, 6:30-9 pmSun, May 15, 3-5:30 pm

Baptism ClassSunday, Apr 3, 9 am - Room 146/147Contact Valerie at [email protected]/child baptism is for parents requesting baptism for their child(ren). We require the parent(s) to attend the

Baptism Class so they understand the commitment they are making in Baptism. At least one parent must be a member of Faith Church to have their child baptized. Register atfaithchurchonline.org.

SERVEKids Hope USAWould you like to help change a child’s life? Kids Hope USA is in need of men-tors for kids. Children are paired with a caring church member who serves as their mentor. The mentor and child meet for one hour a week, each week of the school year. Mentors spend time reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs one. The Dyer Campus serves the children of Bibich Elementary School. If you are in-terested or want to know more contact Jennifer LeRose [email protected]. Elim Hope Packs is a school supply drive that will help provide school supplies to our partners with Chicago-land Prision Outreach, and also mean-ingful assembly work for adults at Elim Christian services. Consider bringing in supplies from the supply list by August

15/16! (Supply list can be found at faithchurchonline.org)

Fish Tank Team is seeking additional help to clean the Dyer Faith Kids’ fish tank glass downstairs. Contact Phil, Kim V or Nicky at 219.864.0300 [email protected].

F aith Church Hammond is excited about the move into our new worship venue at the HAC! Our Celebration Service setting is intentionally being set so we

can focus on building relationships and better engaging our community. We save over four hours of weekly set up and tear down for our worship service which helps us to better reach the disconnected and grow the connected as we refocus our priorities in community outreach and service. We have been so blessed as we seek to reach our diverse community in Hammond and the Calumet Region. We know that God will give us the grace to simplify and thrive in our new setting.

Our first meeting in our new home on February 7 was amazing! Offering two services at 9 and 11 has brought greater community with more flexibility for serving and being able to worship with others. Our Faith Kids ministry is enjoying their new space upstairs and the extra time they now have to build relationships with kids and families rather than spending so much time with set up and tear down. Our servant leaders are also excited because as one leader said, “Now I can come and worship at 9 before I serve with the kids at the 11 am service.”

Faith Church Hammond is anticipating our 5th Anniversary this spring. We have seen God do some amazing things over these years! We have enjoyed building relationships at Kenwood

FAITH CHURCHHAMMOND MOVESTO THE HAC!

Elementary with mentoring via Kids Hope and arts classes at the HAC and even at some of our public school campuses. It’s been a great way to have a visible presence in our community to let them know that we care about them. The HAC has been home to a Celebrate Recovery ministry for four years. It is beautiful to see God gathering and bringing healing and freedom to those dealing with their hurts, habits and hang-ups. One of the exciting things about this ministry is partnering with other believers in the greater Chicagoland area. The HAC has also been the home to our Men’s Ministry and Women’s Bible Studies over the years as well as various small groups and Faith Women’s Stitchers.

We are also grateful for the growing partnerships with other churches in the Hammond community. These partnerships have allowed us to experience the joys of co-laboring with other believers in our community. It has given us the opportunity to demonstrate to the region that our churches can unite to do good and be a blessing in our community.

We are still praying for and exploring options for our campus’ final location, but it seems God is calling us to partner with an existing church in Hammond that is in need of transitioning into a new and different vision for ministry.

We look forward to sharing more on this as it unfolds.

WORSHIPHammond Arts Center (HAC)5832 Hohman AvenueHammond, IN 46320

FaithChurchHammond Service Time: Sunday, 9 & 11 am


Faith Kids Worship(Infant-5th Grade) Sunday, 11 am

CONNECT● WOMEN

Faith StitchersThursday, 1 pm Contact Ginni at [email protected] Stitchers gathers to crochet & knit baby blankets for PASS pregnan-cy care centers and scarves for Chil-dren’s Hunger Fund while we make new friends and share our lives with one another. Meets the 4th Thursday

● MEN

Bible StudySaturdays, 7-8:30 am Contact Bob at [email protected] the 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sat



Mini-Church Leader Workshop“Asking Questions” - Faith DyerWednesday, Apr 27, 7-8 pm As mini-church leaders, how and what kinds of questions we ask can fuel a group’s discussion. This workshop will focus on learning how we can ask good questions that allow us to discover more about each other and our journey with God. Please join us so

we can learn from each other on how to ask good questions. RSVP to [email protected].

Mini-Church New Leader TrainingWednesday, Apr 27, 7-8 pm-Faith DyerGod created us for community. He dwells in community. Come to this Mini-Church New Leader Training and learn how you can lead others into this God inspired culture. RSVP [email protected].

Mini-ChurchSundays, 5-7 pm Contact Mike [email protected] and Alida Hooker have start-ed a new mini-church in their home (11233 S St Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL 60628). The group will go deeper into the sermon and discuss how we can apply it to our lives.Meets 1st & 3rd Sunday

Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina [email protected] Marriage Ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple! “Preparing for Marriage” classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Re-pair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information.

● CARE

Prayer MinistrySundays, before & after serviceContact Bob at [email protected] you have needs, concerns, worries or praises? Stop in the Prayer Room for prayer and support.

Faith Family MarketSundays, 11:30 am-1 pm Contact Lisa or Bob at [email protected] Market provides assistance to those in need of groceries and basic necessities.Open the 1st & 3rd Sunday

Celebrate RecoveryFridays, 7-9 pm Contact Jim at [email protected] Celebrate Recovery (CR) is based on

the original 12 steps of recovery and the Beatitudes-the actual words of Jesus. CR is open to everyone as a place of rescue, restoration, safety, and renewal for those seeking God’s healing from life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits. Meets weekly


Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Pam [email protected] have been made to the mem-bership pathway. Both classes are required for membership. The following classes will be held at the HAC in the coming months:

Discover Faith (Class #1 - Inquirer’s class)Sun, Apr 17, 3-5:30 pm

Partner with Faith (Class #2 - Membership class)Sun, May 15, 3-5:30 pm

SERVEFaith KidsContact Bethany at [email protected] time you invest in a child’s life mat-ters. Join us as we build relationships and have an eternal impact in the lives of God’s children. Sign ups and more infor-mation at faithchurchkids.org.

Kids Hope USAWould you like to help change a child’s life? Kids Hope USA is in need of men-tors for kids. Children are paired with a caring church member who serves as their mentor. The mentor and child meet for one hour a week, each week of the school year. Mentors spend time reading, play-ing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs one. The Hammond Campus serves the children of Kenwood Elemen-tary School. If you are interested or want to know more, contact Jennifer LeRose at [email protected].

HAMMOND

WORSHIP8910 Grace Street | Highland, IN 46322

FaithChurchHighland

Service TimesSunday, 9 & 11 am | 5 pm

* Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request:[email protected]


CONNECT● WOMEN

Women’s Bible Study Thursdays, 9:30 am - Great RoomContact Jean at 219-922-8113Leader: Judy NearpassI SamuelMeets 1st & 3rd Thursday

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) Tuesdays, 9-11:30 am – Great Room Contact Larissa at 219-314-8704/ [email protected] is a group where moms of infants to kindergartners come to connect and grow with other moms in the same stage.Meets 1st & 3rd Tuesday ● ADULTS (Men & Women)

NWI Singles of FaithTuesdays, 7-8:30 pm - Room 201Contact Sandy Reitsma [email protected] ministry welcomes single and single-again Christian adults. We seek to serve adults who are single, wid-owed or divorced who are looking for like-minded Christians to share their beliefs and values, growing in Christ. Meets weekly


Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina [email protected].

The Marriage ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple! “Preparing for Marriage” classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Re-pair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more infor-mation.

Highland Mini-ChurchSundays, 5 pmContact Rich Krooswyk at [email protected] discussion on the topic of the morning message.Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday

● STUDENTS

Junior High (6th-8th grade)Sundays, 6-8 pm - Great RoomContact Larissa [email protected] 2nd & 4th Sunday

Upcoming Schedule:Friday, March 4—Game Night Faith Highland, 7-9 pm

Sunday, March 13—Volume Night Faith Cedar Lake, 6-8 pm

Friday, April 1—Glow in the Dark Night Faith Highland, 7-9 pm

Sunday, April 10—regular meeting Faith Highland, 6-8 pm

Sunday, April 24—regular meeting Faith Highland, 6-8 pm

High School (9th-12th grade)Sundays, 6-8 pmYouth House by Faith HighlandContact Deanne [email protected] 1st & 3rd Sunday

Coffee HouseTuesdays, 7 pm-Panera in ScherervilleHigh school students informally Meet the 2nd & 4th Tuesday


Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Lori [email protected] have been made to the

membership pathway. Both classes are required for membership. The following classes will be held at Faith Highland in the coming months:

Discover Faith(Class #1 - Inquirer’s class)Sun, Apr 17, 2:30-3 pm

● CARE

FriendshipTuesdays, 7 pm – Great RoomMar 1 & 15 | Apr 19Friendship Ministry is a place where adults with special needs can gather to learn from God’s Word, sing songs, play games, eat snacks, and enjoy a great time of fellowship. All are invited to come join the community! Contact Vinnie at [email protected] or 219-864-0300 x197.

NA-The Grace Street Recovery Meeting of Narcotics AnonymousThursdays, 7-8:30 pm - Room 201Contact Rob Pettit at 219.381.6768This is an open meeting where all are wel-come, but only members are encouraged to speak.

OA-Overeaters AnonymousFridays, 10-11:30 am - Room 101Contact Barb Russo at 219.742.3397Steps and Traditions study style with guest speakers every week.Meets weekly

Fresh HopeWednesdays, 7 pm This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends). For more information, visit faith-churchonline.org/connect/care-ministry/mental-health or email [email protected].

● HEALTH & WELLNESS

Faith & Fitness ClassMon, Wed & Fri, 9-10 amMeets in the Great Room Contact Karen at 219.616.0187Weight training for 50+. Bring your own weights. $3 per session

Aerobic Class Mon, Wed & Fri, 10:15-11am Meet in the Great RoomContact Karen at 219.616.0187

HIGHLAND

WORSHIPThe Gym at Campagna Academy7403 Cline AvenueSchererville, IN 46375

FaithChurchSchererville

Service TimesSunday, 9 & 11 am

* Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request:[email protected]

Faith Kids Worship(Infant-5th Grade) Sunday, 9 & 11 am

Chapel open every Wednesday for prayer from 6-7 pm. Join us in the Community Cafe after each service for coffee and refreshments.

CONNECT● ADULTS (Men & Women)

Mini-ChurchesContact Michael [email protected] you are interested in connecting deeply in 2016 at Faith Schererville, check out a Mini-Church by contact-ing Michael at the email above.


Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina [email protected] Marriage ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple! “Preparing for Marriage” classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on

Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Re-pair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information.

● STUDENTS

Faith Students - Meets at Dyer Cam-pus

Middle School (6th-8th grade)Wednesdays, 6:30 pm - The GarageContact John at [email protected] weekly

High School (9th-12th grade) Sundays, 6-8:30 pm - The Garage Contact Tory [email protected] weekly

Volume NightSunday, March 13, 6-8 pmFaith Cedar Lake(6729 W 133rd Ave)Faith Students! Join all your favorite friends from all our faith campuses for a Spring “TAKE THE LAKE” Volume Night in the new Cedar Lake building. Worship, games, snacks, prizes, adventure & excitement. See you there!

● CARE

Prayer MinistryContact Jan Krediet at [email protected] before and after each Sunday service in the Prayer Room located in the Worship Center.

Celebrate RecoveryTuesdays, 7 pmMeets in the Garage at Faith Dyer Fridays, 7 pmMeets at the Hammond Arts Center(5832 Hohman, Hammond, IN 46324)Meets weekly


Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Elizabeth [email protected] have been made to the membership pathway. Both classes are required for membership. The following classes will be held at Faith Schererville in the coming months:

Discover Faith (Class #1 - Inquirer’s class)Wed, Apr 20, 6:30-9 pm

SERVETechnical Arts & Worship TeamLooking for a place to serve?We need you to help set up the gym at 4 pm on Saturdays. You’d serve once a month, giving an hour of your time on a Saturday night. We also need help tearing down after the 11 am service. This is a great way to make a difference! Our Worship team is also looking for instrumentalists and vocalists.To connect, contact Dee at [email protected] Faith KidsThe time you invest in a child’s life matters. Join us as we build relation-ships and have an eternal impact in the lives of God’s children this year.Sign ups and more information at faithchurchkids.org or contact Selena at [email protected].

SCHERERVILLE

WORSHIP1155 S. Sturdy RoadValparaiso, IN 46383

FaithChurchValpo

Pre-Worship Prayer Huddle Everyone is invited to join us in the Prayer Room on Sundays at 9:30am to lift up our worship service, leaders, campus & region.

Service Time: Sunday, 10 am


Faith Kids Worship(Infant-5th Grade) Sunday, 10 am

The Vine bookstore and Community Café are open before (9:30-10 am) and after the worship service.

CONNECT● WOMEN

Women’s Bible StudyTuesdays, 7 pmContact Jana at [email protected] 1st & 3rd Tuesday MOPs Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten)Thursday, 6-8 pmMar 10 & 24 | Apr 7 & 21Contact Kim at [email protected] twice a month

● MEN

Men of Faith - Saturdays, 7 am - Upstairs Adult ClassroomContact Bob at [email protected] where men can come together to pray, read God’s Word, and journey through life’s strug-gles and celebrations together. Meets weekly


Mini-ChurchesContact Anne at

[email protected]

Mini-Church Leader Workshop“Asking Questions” - Faith DyerWednesday, Apr 27, 7-8 pm As mini-church leaders, how and what kinds of questions we ask can fuel a group’s discussion. This workshop will focus on learning how we can ask good questions that allow us to discover more about each other and our journey with God. Please join us so we can learn from each other on how to ask good questions. RSVP to [email protected].


Marriage Ministry Groups Contact Gina [email protected] Marriage ministry is available for you to get connected as a couple! “Preparing for Marriage” classes are available twice per year. Enrich your marriage by getting connected on Wednesdays at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Re-pair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information.

● STUDENTS

Contact Eric at [email protected] the weekend program for upcoming events.

● CARE

Reflectors Ministry Sundays, 10 amContact Brent at [email protected] Worship buddies and prayer partners are available to help make church more accessible to those with special needs and their caregivers. Please contact us if you know of anyone who could be blessed by this ministry or if you have an interest in serving in this capacity. Meets 2nd & 4th Sunday Friendship Groups

Thursdays, 6:30-8 pmContact Brent [email protected] Ministry is a place where adults with special needs can gather to learn from God’s Word, sing songs, play games, eat snacks and enjoy a great time of fellowship. All are invited to come join the community! Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday


First Sunday Lunch - Sunday, Mar 6Mark your calendar for next couple of months: First Sunday Lunch will be on Sunday, Apr 3 & May 1 downstairs following the worship service.

Discover Faith/Partner with Faith Contact Leanne [email protected] have been made to the membership pathway. Both classes are required for membership. The following classes will be held at Faith Valpo in the coming months:

Discover Faith (Class #1 - Inquirer’s class)Sun, Apr 17, 3-5:30 pm

Partner with Faith (Class #2 - membership class) Thu, Mar 17, 6:30-9 pmSun, May 15, 3-5:30 pm

SERVEFaith Kids - The time you invest in a child’s life matters. Join us as we build relationships and have an eternal impact in the lives of God’s childrens. Sign ups & more information at faith-churchkids.org, at the Welcome Center, or contact Jaime at [email protected] or Ami at [email protected].

Other serving teams looking for addi-tional help include:

Technical Arts | Frontline Prayer Team | The Vine bookstore

If interested in serving in any of these areas, go to the Welcome Center for more information or contact Pastor Brad at [email protected].

VALPARAISO

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EMERGENCY CLOSING COMMUNICATIONS

If weather conditions are severe and require a worship service or services to be cancelled, we will use the following to notify people:

WGN Emergency Closing System | Faith Church website | Facebook/social media for the individual campus | Email distribution - via campus specific email list. Be sure to update your email for your campus.

To access WGN information, turn to WGN on the radio, TV, or go online to www.emergencyclosings.com to search for your campus by name and city or phone; or sign up for the ECC email to notify you of your

facility’s status.

Worship services will be held as much as is reasonably possible, but we want you to be aware of the policy in place to notify of any potential changes.

Documents

The Paper | March/April Issue 2 Vol 3