MARCH - MAY 2008

Sunday, 9:00 a.m.

TOPICS FROM THE GOSPEL OF JOHN

Do you feel like you have trouble knowing God? You are not alone, because I, and many others do as well. But, the subject of knowing God comes up more times in this gospel than any other subject. So let’s get to know God together as He is revealed in the book of John.

Peter T. Demos - Chapel

BEYOND THE VEIL

Do you see Christ’s teachings when you are reading the Old Testament?  In this interactive class, we will study Old and New Testament characters as well as topics relating to God’s direction, correction, intervention, and His faithfulness.  We will study events spanning Genesis (where Biblical seeds of truth are planted) to the cross of Christ and the early church. Individual topics will be covered in each of the thirteen weeks of the class tied together by a common theme.

Dave Novotney - Room 100

NEW LIFE IN CHRIST - EXPLORING THE BASICS

This class is specifically designed to help people understand the basic elements of a relationship with Jesus Christ. It will define what a new life in Christ is all about, why we all need to make a personal decision to serve Christ, and how to begin the lifelong journey of building a relationship with Him.

Clay Savoie - Room 201

Sunday, 10:45 a.m.

YOUNG ADULTS - COLLEGE & CAREER

Tammy Webb-Witholt - Room 101

THE BOOK OF DANIEL

The conquest of the Holy City by an evil empire! Fiery furnaces! Dens of lions! Spectral handwriting on walls!  Prophetic Dreams! Other-worldly battles between angels and demons!  Prophecies of epic future events!  This is not the latest coming attraction from Hollywood, it is the Book of Daniel. Four young Jewish men find themselves in pagan Babylon after the siege and defeat of Jerusalem.  They are alone and confronted with some of the most severe trials and tests recorded in Scripture.  Yet they not only survive but rise to the highest level of prominence in the greatest empire of the day.  How did they do it and how can we learn from their faithfulness in the face of great adversity?  The Book of Daniel has some of the greatest lesson to be learned on how to live a Godly life in an ungodly world.  And there is more!  Except for Revelation, no other book of the Bible has more prophetic significance.  This class will look at the entire Book of Daniel to see what it has to say about how we are to live today and what we can look forward to in the future.

Brad Martin - Chapel

“BECAUSE I SAID SO”

Parents, make your plans to attend this class! Ruth Bushey and her helpful assistant, husband and partner in parenting, Bob will be adding from their experiences of raising four children who are now from elementary age through young adult. Ruth is an excellent communicator and has been working with children of all ages (including teaching the Bible Drama segment of our VBS as “Paco”). The class will consist of a fourteen-part video series “The Case for Kids,” by Drs. Tedd and Paul Tripp (www.shepherdpress.com) that will be covering topics such as, What is a Family?, Getting to the Heart of Behavior, Withhold Not Correction, Parents, Meet Your Teens, Setting Godly Goals, Helping Kids See God’s Glory. You will laugh, cry, shake your head and take notes as you go through this video series. Drs. Tedd and Paul Tripp will share some very solid Biblical truths concerning your children and family. This is a very helpful and practical study for which you will definitely want to make room in your schedule to attend. Whatever age your children are at the present time, this class is the place to be! Coffee and light fare will be available. There is no charge for the class. However, please sign up in the Book Store to be sure materials are available.

Ruth & Bob Bushey - Fireplace Room

Tuesday, 10:00 a.m.

BELOVED DISCIPLE (Woman’s Bible Study)

John the apostle referred to himself as “the disciple whom Jesus loved.” Just as Christ took John on a lifelong journey into the depths of His love, He will do the same for you. This in-depth study by Beth Moore will show how John’s God-given gift of seeing a larger picture and his deep love for Jesus Christ profoundly influenced everything he did. Through the study you will develop ears to hear and eyes to see what Christ desires to reveal to you. The Bridegroom’s love is unmatched and inexhaustible, and He is waiting to lavish it on you, His beloved.

This class will begin April 1, 2008

This class is also offered at 7 p.m.

There will be a prayer time before class, 9 a.m. in the Chapel.

Text: “The Beloved Disciple - The Life and Ministry of John” by Beth Moore.
Cost: $20.00 - Available in the Book Store
Tammy Webb-Witholt - Fireplace Room

HONORBOUND MEN’S BIBLE STUDY

Join us in a time of prayer, fellowship and serious study of God’s Word and Its application in a man’s life. We will be partaking of a teaching and video series entitled "Intercessory Prayer" by Dutch Sheets.

Lee Kania - Room 101

Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.

BELOVED DISCIPLE (Woman’s Bible Study)

John the apostle referred to himself as “the disciple whom Jesus loved.” Just as Christ took John on a lifelong journey into the depths of His love, He will do the same for you. This in-depth study by Beth Moore will show how John’s God-given gift of seeing a larger picture and his deep love for Jesus Christ profoundly influenced everything he did. Through the study you will develop ears to hear and eyes to see what Christ desires to reveal to you. The Bridegroom’s love is unmatched and inexhaustible, and He is waiting to lavish it on you, His beloved.

This class will begin April 1, 2008

This class is also offered at 10 a.m.

There will be a prayer time before class, 9 a.m. in the Chapel.

Text: “The Beloved Disciple - The Life and Ministry of John” by Beth Moore.
Cost: $20.00 - Available in the Book Store
Tammy Webb-Witholt - Fireplace Room

LIFELINE MEN’S GROUP

This is a powerful group of men committed to prayer, encouragement and finding how to live the Truth on a daily basis.

Gregg Kretschmer - Room 101

Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY

We invite you to join our Wednesday evening service. We will worship together, study the Word together and enjoy the presence of the Lord together. We understand that it is difficult to grow in the Lord by yourselves and that we need each other. The purpose of Christianity is fulfilled through our growth and development. Are you spiritually different than you were a year ago? Come grow with us and be productive.

Pastor Richard Adams - Sanctuary

ABC SIGN LANGUAGE CLASS

(Continuation - must have attended previous session) This is an opportunity to become involved in a vital ministry to the deaf.

Norma Spinks - Room 102

This class is a small support-group of people experiencing separation and divorce. Featured are videotape seminar sessions by nationally recognized experts on divorce and recovery. A thirteen-week session, the class has a $12 fee and begins on September 6th.

Room 104

This program is for children ages 5-12 whose parents are going through or have gone through divorce and separation. DC4K features fun games and activities along with DVD dramas about real-life situations of children in divorce and points children to the Bible and Jesus Christ as their source of healing. Topics include learning about what is happening to my family; facing my anger; how to deal with my sadness; who’s to blame; dealing with loneliness; talking to my parents; and moving on, growing up and growing closer to God.

Rooms 105 - 106

Thursday, 7:00 p.m.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

This is a twelve-step Christian program for people who have hurts, habits or hang-ups. We meet every Thursday evening at 7:00 in the Lighthouse Auditorium. For more information, call Art Theobald through the church at 789-2930