WILLMAR ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCHSunday Services 9 & 10:45 am

3821 Abbott Drive, Willmar 320-235-2529 www.willmarag.orgAugust 25, 2016

WATER BAPTISM IS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH.

If you are interested in being baptized inwater, please attend one of the classeson August 28th or September 11 afterthe 9 am or 10:45 am service in the

Conference Room.

Childcare Serving OpportunitiesChIlDCARe IS pRovIDeD FoR lITTle oneS DuRIng A numbeR oF ChuRCh ACTIvITIeS. We ARe CuRRenTly In

SeARCh oF TeenAgeRS AnD ADulTS To help WITh The FolloWIng pAID AnD volunTeeR oppoRTunITIeS:Tuesday mornings from 8:45-11:15am at Willmar Ag

ladies bible Study - This is a paid position.Thursday evenings from 6:15-8:15pm at Willmar Ag

Choir Rehearsal - This is a paid position.events at Willmar Ag such as Worship nights or Special Services

occasional events - This is a paid position.If you are interested in being a part of these childcare opportunities please email michelle@willmarag.org.

KidsworldSunday Kidsworld and KidsworldJr. services begin at 9 am and 10:45 am.

Check us out on our Social Media: Facebook.com/epik.us

Twitter.com/epik_dot_us

Instagram: epikdotus

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Wednesday Night Activities will begin on September 14 at 6:30 pmWe have something for all ages from nursery to 5th grade.

“EPIK exists to be a safe place where every teenager knows they BELONG, where they DISCOVER the unconditional love of God and EXPERIENCE a personal, life-changing relationship with God.”

If you want text messages & updates text:epik.ms (for middle school students)epik.hs (for high school students)epik.parent (for parents)to 292929

GPS Life Journey groups are forming now. YOU NEED TO ATTEND ONE OF 4 ORIENTATION CLASSES TO REGISTER

FOR EITHER THE GPS 2-DAY BLITz OR GPS 8-WEEk SERIES.Orientations are scheduled as follows at Encore:

8/24 Wednesday 6:30–8:00 pm

Discover and Fulfill Your Life Purpose!You Will See More Clearly and Live More Intentionally.

GPS Life Journey will help you to discover your God-given purpose for the next stage of your lifeand engage in fulfilling that purpose. On your journey you will:

* Discover your personality, strengths, abilities, experiences, spiritual gifts and passions.* Discover How to get direction from God.* Develop your personal mission statement, personal vision and values, margin in your life (time, financial and spiritual), goals and plan of action.

There Is a Job Only You Can Do god has a special purpose for which you have been uniquely equipped. In the bible, in the Apostle paul’sletter to the ephesians we learn “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, whichGod prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.” ephesians 2:10 nKJv

On Your Journey You Will...l understand how god has uniquely created and gifted you.l Discover and engage in his special purpose for your life.l Find ways to serve others using your god-given profile.l have a sense of significance in your life.l begin leaving a legacy of impact for others.

8-Week Series Schedule in Willmar:Sept 25–nov 13 Sun encore 10:45 am–noonSept 25–nov 13 Sun living hope Church 6:30 pm–8 pm

(formerly e-Free)Sept 28–nov 16 Wed encore 6:30 pm–8:00 pm

Blitz Schedule at EncoreSept. 19–20 mon & Tues 3 pm–9 pmSept. 21–22 Wed & Thurs 9 am–3 pmFacilitator Training at EncoreSept 23 Friday 9 am–3 pm

8/28 Sunday 10:45 am–noon8/31 Wednesday 6:30–8:00 pm

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CONGRATULATIONS TO:posy & Allison (boehne)Chheng who were united in marriage on Saturday, August 6, 2016, in Cottonwood, mn.

CONGRATULATIONS TO:Andrew & Alicia (Koenen) bonnema who were united in marriage on Saturday, August 20, 2016, near Raymond, mn.

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GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTmatthew lawrence Kraemer will graduate from Arrow Academy onSaturday, September 3, 2016. Theceremony will be held at 4 pm with an open house to follow from 5 to 8 pm at his home–30199 CSAh 25,grove City, mn. matthew is the son of Kelvin and Susan Kraemer.

All are welcome. ______________________________________

THE TRUE LIFE STORY OF MARk RUTLAND will be presented atthe encore building on Wednesdaynight, September 7, at 6:30 pm. mark is a missionary, evangelist, ordained minister. he was president of

Southeastern university of the Assemblies of god,and was the 3rd president of oral Roberts university.his story is impacting and unforgetable. This storywas presented at Dinner and a Movie last year on aThursday night. It is being repeatedfor those who were not able to attendthat evening. popcorn will be served. All are welcome.

Church Announcements

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Wi l lma r AG Pas to ra l S t a f fKeith Kerstetter, Senior pastor pastorkeith@willmarag.orgpaul mcCullough, outreach pastorpaul@willmarag.orgbruce Schoeman, Adult ministries pastorbruce@willmarag.orgmichael mcDevitt, Administrative pastormike@willmarag.orgAlyssa holtan, glocal ministries alyssa@willmarag.org

Aaron Rhodes, lead youth pastoraaron@willmarag.orgJosh martin, Associate youth pastorjosh@willmarag.orgben markwardt, Children’s pastorben@willmarag.orgmark Djerf, Fine Arts pastormark@willmarag.orgeunice Djerf, Fine Arts pastoreunice@willmarag.org

AN OPEN HOUSEBABY SHOWER foremily & Devon lien will be held on Saturday, September 3,from 9:30 am to 11:30 am in the Fireside Room. They

are registered at Target. emily is the daughterof Todd & Dorie Duininck. All are welcome.

AN OPEN HOUSEBABY SHOWER forAlyssa & mark holtan will be held on Saturday,September 10, from 10am to noon at the encoreCenter. They are registered at Target and Amazon. Alyssa is thedaughter of Randy & lynn huisinga andDoreen hoff. mark is the son of Ron & Kathyholtan. All are welcome.

THANk YOU for the visits,cards, flowers, gifts fromour church family since myfall and broken hip. They

have been so encouraging. even greater havebeen all the prayers on my behalf–they make adifference. I am doing very well. Thank youfrom both Rod and me.Joan Skalbeck

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C h u r c h A n n o u n c e m e n t sCOM I NG E V EN T SeSTonIA mISSIon TRIp August 19–27gpS oRIenTATIon Aug. 24, 28, & 31epIK SmAll gRoupS August 24young ADulTS SpICeR August 27CommunIon August 28ChoIR pICnIC August 28epIK STARTS Sept 7ChoIR STARTS Sept 8SenIoR ADulT ReTReAT Sept 9–11KIDS & ADulTS START Sept 14gpS blITZ 3pm-9pm Sept 19-20 gpS blITZ 9am-3pm Sept 21-22gpS FACIlITAToR TRAInIng 9-5pm Sept 23evenIng oF WoRShIp Sept 25gpS ClASS (encore) Sun or Wed Sept 25 or 28mpACT Statewide Campout Sept 23–25

Join epik young Adults for an evening of fellowship and food! We’ll be grilling man Cave Craft meats, roasting gourmet s’mores, playing yard games, and relaxing in hammocks. bring your hammock if youhave one this Saturday, August 27th 5 pm!

DIvORCECARE will begin monday, September 12 at encore.

_____________________________________ATTENTION vOCALISTS AND MUSICIANS!

Fall is a great time to get involved in music ministryhere at the Ag. If you’d like to join our sanctuarychoir or worship teams for kids, youth or adults simply email pastormark@willmarag.org to set up abrief 15-minute meeting/audition. We’d love to getyou plugged in using your gifts!

THIS YEAR’S FINE ARTS PICNIC is ThIS Sunday@ 1 pm. everyone involved in Worship Teams, Choir,Tech Teams, or nights of music is invited!

Join us for a great afternoon at gregg and linda hanson's for a picnic to celebrate the start of a new season! All worship team, band, tech, choir members and their families are invited! Drinks andmeat are provided- but you can bring a dish to share!

Soprano & bass: bring a fruit or veggie saladAltos & Worship Team: appetizer, side dish or dessertTenors: potato or pasta salad or other side dishTech: chips & dips / salsas

you're not going to want to miss this great time, withgreat people, on a beautiful lake. See you at the lake! (14288 Indian beach Rd. Spicer)

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Wednesday Adult Classes 6:30 pmStarting on September 14, 2016

Tuesday Adult ClassesStarting on September 13, 2016

BIBLE FOCUS - Matthew by Chuck missler led by lynn huisinga. After first establishing the royal genealogy, matthew goes on to focus on the fulfillment of the old Testament prophecies: matthew usesthe term "fulfilled" 82 times. This will also include the beatitudes, the Sermon on the mount and themount olivet Discourse. All are welcome.

MEN’S BULLPEN - led by Randy huisinga and pastor Keith Kerstetter. This is an interactive group that connects what the bible has to say about issues men deal with on a daily basis. All men are welcome.

COFFEETALk - Topical discussions on spiritual issues for women. This group is currently in need of aleader. If you are interested in facilitating, please contact pastor Keith at 320-235-2529.

FINANCIAL PEACE led by Jerrid Sebesta. Through a Dave Ramsey video, class discussion and smallgroup activities, biblical and practical steps are presented on how to get rid of debt, manage money andto spend and save wisely. It teaches god’s way of handling money. Cost is $93 per household.

GPS LIFE JOURNEY led by pastor bruce Schoeman. Discover and embrace god’s next purpose foryour life. you will live more intentionally with better focus and greater significance. There is a Sundaymorning class for those who cannot meet on Wednesday night.

INTERCESSORY PRAYER led by Travis bonnema. This group prays for the corporate needs of thechurch and individuals. everyone is welcome.

LATINO BIBLE STUDY led by Isaac Carranza. All are welcome.

LOvE AND RESPECT led by Dan nelson. pink and blue–neither is right or wrong, just different. Ahumorous, thought-provoking study to help couples with communication and understanding. This classis also a pre-requisite for those wanting to be married at the Willmar Ag.

SINGLE MOMS Are you overwhelmed? Feeling lost? Alone? you are far from alone! The purpose ofthis group is to prove just that! gathering for the purpose of creating a support chain that, with god, can be deemed unbreakable! We will be covering “Peace and the Single Mom,” a study written byJennifer maggio, a renowned author and speaker. We will also welcome guest speakers throughout the community to cover topics such as affordable fashion, health and wellness, spending plans, self-defense and more! Dinner will be served at 6 pm for participating moms and kids. All single moms are welcome.

PURSUING REVIVAL Fireside Room6:30 pm.

Women Bible StudyThe Armor of God by priscilla ShirerFireside Room9:00 am

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THE FAITH@WORk COMMUNITY PRAYERWe meet at the Willmar Fire Station

on Tuesdays from noon to 1 pm. All are welcome.

PRAY FOR OUR LEADERS, OUR SCHOOLS, OUR BUSINESSES

OUR COMMUNITY

L A k E k O R O N I S F A I T H F E S TSATURDAY AUGUST 27, 11 AM–9 PM

Tickets available through eventbrite.comA DAY OF PRAISE THROUGH SONG AND WORD.

For info check out the church bulletin boards

C o m m u n i t y A n n o u n c e m e n t s

you have the opportunity to attend an educationalevent on Dementia presented by a world-renownedspeaker, Teepa Snow! She is an advocate for thoseliving with Dementia and has made it her personalmission to help family and professional caregivers

better understand how it feels to have Dementia so they, too, can be better caregivers.

Teepa will be offering three separate days of presentation, each day on different topics!CTI MUSIC MINISTRIES

is looking for families who would be willing tohost one or 2 young musicians in their home.

CTI trains and mobilizes young musicians fromaround the uS and Canada into worldwidemissions using music to share the gospel.During periods of training and in between

tours, team members stay with local families.Contact paul at CTI music ministries

(paul@ctimusic.org) if you would be interestedin helping out by hosting some of these

young folks.

In case of rain it will be held at Willmar AG.

Honor theBadge… andthe People Behind It is a celebration ofour local police officers sponsored byFaith@Work. This program

will be held at the city bandshell on September 11, 2016, 4:30 pm at RobbinsIsland and last a little over one hour. It willbe a family time of worship, friendly competition between departments, andprayer. This is a community event and allare welcome, feel free to invite and bringfamily and friends. please bring a lawnchair or blanket to sit on during the service. (If it rains, we will meet at the Willmar AG.)

GRACE PLACE OF MINNESOTAWomen’s Christian transitionalhousing is hiring support staff (both volunteer & paid); Call Sara 320-212-7209.

HOPE PREGNANCY CENTER, a pro-lifepregnancy help center, is looking for a newexecutive Director. If you feel the ministryof hope is where you could serve the lord,call bruce at 320-212-2581 or send yourcontact info to hpcedapp@gmail.com.

BRIDGING THE GAP 2016 THRIvE CONFERENCE “I CHOOSE”

September 30th and october 1st, 2016, at River’s edge Convention Center.

Women will love inspiring sessions, River valley worship, as well as insightful breakout sessions (including a youth session), gorgeous giveaways, fabulousshopping, and networking opportunities!This weekend is designed to encourage,equip, and empower those who alreadyknow Jesus to reach those who have notyet begun a relationship with him.

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HOPE FOR OUR CITY HOME TO HOME PROJECT provides families fromKandiyohi County and the surrounding area who are experiencing extreme hardship or the effects of natural disaster with a one-stop place to obtain basic householditems. you can help by donating linens, bedroom furnitureand hangers, living room furniture and kitchen items. BRING ITEMS TO 1008 Pleasant View Drive, SE (not farfrom Walmart) on Tuesdays & Fridays from 12 to 2 pm.volunteer Opportunities:

puT TogeTheR: kitchen packs, bathroom towels, dishesand silverware

Do A DRIve FoR: silverware, pillowcases and Ziplocbags (no zipper style bags please)

on Wednesday come and break down and sort throughfood from the food truck. Come and help for 15 minutes or stay all day. Whatever fits your schedule. Kids 10 and older are welcome too.

HOPE FOR OUR CITY GROCERY DISTRIBUTION everyWednesday from 5:30–6:30 pm at 1020 highway 71 ne(Across from the Flags of honor) go to the gray walk-in door at the southeast end of the Cornerstone Construction building.  everyone is welcome. bring your own bag or box or tote to carry your groceries. A $1 donation is suggested.

For more information on these services, contact Dawn Clouse at 320-295-3415 or

email: info@communitybasics.org.

HOPE FOR OUR CITY IS A PROGRAM OF COMMUNITY BASICS INC.,

A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION/CORPORATION.

HFOC operates entirely with volunteer workers and staff. It depends solely upon the financial support and

contributions of concerned individuals and charitableagencies. All gifts to HFOC are tax deductible.

our church sends a team of volunteers the 3rd Wednesday of every month from 5:30 to 6:30 pm. If youwould like to join the team, email: alyssa@willmarag.org.

C o m m u n i t y A n n o u n c e m e n t s

Please pray for our military

The following attend our church, are family members or close friends of those who attend.

Person Branch Stationed AG Connection

edward bergeland Air Force uSA Tim & heidi bergeland’s nephewAndrew bonnema marines undisclosed Todd & Sue erickson’s niece’s fiancébeth brydon Army Arizona Dan & Kathy halldin - family friendnick Collins Army Reserve Texas CJ & Kristina Collins’ brotherChristina eaton navy Florida Tim & heidi bergeland’s niece

John eaton navy South Carolina Tim & heidi bergeland’s nephewKlint erickson Army missouri Kornell erickson’s sonlogan gaalswyk Army new york lois & Dean Kasperson’s nephewlarry garvick Army KuwaitTyler gonzalez Army nat. guard mn Jesus & Kelly gonzalez’s son

Josh hiepler-Rosenow Air Force minnesota Dorie & Todd Duininck’s nephewThomas J. (TJ) hoyt Air Force montana bob hoyt’s grandsonJacob Johnson Air Force Japan Jim & Rose Slagter’s nephewJonathan linden Cadet West point ed & Carmen linden’s grandsonRay medina Air Force lois & Dean Kasperson’s nephew

peter middleton national guard Washington DCbrett nelson Special Forces north Carolina Andrew & nicole plowman’s brotherAlexander norling Army Reserve Kuwait Torry & val norlng’s sonAlphard Reyes marines boot Camp Romeo & Stella Reyesmitchell Schueler navy Reserve Japan

nathan Smith navy California Torry & val norling’s nephew Justin Stocks (physician) navy middle east mel & linda Stocks’ sonJared Torgerson Army boot Camp gAgregory Woodard navy virginia Torry & val norling’s brother-in-law

If you know of someone you want on this list who is serving in the military, contact the church office at 320-235-2529.

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Church Activit ies CalendarAugust/September 2016

Sunday monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

9 & 10:45 am Service10:30 am Coffee Connection10:45 am GPS Orientation2 pm Latino Worship

9 & 10:45 am ServiceMissionary Ginny TripBaptism Classesafterservices10:30 am Coffee Connection10:45 am GPS Orientation2 pm Latino Worship4:30 pm Honor the BadgeSenior Adult Retreat

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8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore

7 pm AGAPE AA

8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore

7 pm AGAPE AA

8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore5 pm EPIK Young Adultsin Spicer7 pm AGAPE AA

5:30 pm Intercessory Prayer6:00 pm EPIK SmallGroups6:30 pm GPS Orientation@ Encore6:30 pm Bible Focus, Latino Bible Study

5:30 pm IntercessoryPrayer6:10 pm EPIK doorsopen 6:30 pm Bible Focus, Latino Bible Study

5:30 pm IntercessoryPrayer6:10 pm EPIK doorsopen 6:30 pm Adult & KidsGroups begin

6:30 pm Choir Rehearsal

7 pm AGAPE AA

11:45 am SeniorAdult Singles6:30 pm Choir

Rehearsal 7 pm AGAPE AA

7 pm AGAPE AA 7 pm Latino GuestSpeaker PastorDaniel Morales atEncore

9 & 10:45 am ServiceCommunion10:30 am Coffee Connection10:45 am GPS Orientation10:20 or 12 pm BaptismClass 1 pm Choir picnic Hanson’s2 pm Latino Worship

6:45 pm Young Adults

7 pm Latino Prayer

1 to 7 pm Blood-mobile6:45 pm Young

Adults7 pm Latino Prayer7 pm DivorceCare

LABOR DAYOFFICE CLOSED

8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore7 pm AGAPE AA

5:30 pm Intercessory Prayer

6:30 pm GPS Orientation@ Encore

6:30 pm Bible Focus, Latino Bible Study

6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA

6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA

9 am Ladies Bible StudyNoon Ladies Pickleball6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA 7 pm Pickleball men and

women

9:30 am WM Mission-ary Prayer & QuiltingGroup

7 pm AGAPE AA

Estonia Missionary Trip Aug 19-27

Senior Adult Retreat 9-11

Willmar AG Church Board of Deaconsbutch Allen Joel braegelman mike brouwer gary geer

bob horyza Rick Schwindt gary TerWisscha bruce Watland

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LiLigLight Light SuLight SummeLight Summer Light Summer

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Sept 5th at 12pm Mark and Lori Aslesen

404 SE 21st St. Willmar, MN

Any questions call Lori at 320-894-5666

Salt & LightSummer Barbecue

Meat & drink is provided,bring a dish to pass.

At Mark & LoriAslesen’s home

404 SE 21st StreetWillmar, MN

Any questions, please call Lori at 320-894-5666

2016 MINNESOTASENIOR ADULT RETREAT

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

The church van leaves at 8 am and returns home after the evening service.

Ron Roberts will be speaking in themorning service, there will be two breakout sessions, pastor bruce

Shoeman is leading “What is God’s NextPurpose For Your Life” and Darrel Amiot“Giants of Goverment”. There will be apatriotic Rally/veteran Recognition at

the 7 pm service. Contact lynn huisinga at 320-295-9682 because space

in the church van is limited. For information go to mnaog.org and

click on events. There are brochures atthe Welcome Center in the foyer.