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3821 Abbott DriveWillmar, MN 56201

320-235-2529www.willmarag.org

September 7, 2017Sunday Services9 & 10:45 amPastor Keith KerstetterSenior Pastor

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GLOCAL: our global & local missions

Dominican Republic: January2018–8 daysTrip Leader: Pastor Bruce SchoemanTrip Coordinator: Pastor AlyssaEstimated Cost: $1695

Ministry: Evangelism with Tom Elie and many national leaders in five different citiesthroughout the Dominican Republic that will build into a national outreach throughout the country.

Tajikistan: March 2018–14 daysTrip Leader: TBAEstimated Cost: $2495

Ministry: This team will spendtime in the villages where theagricultural projects have beenstarted. Portions of the trip will bespent in intercession for spiritual breakthrough in the villages, timewill be spent in the homes ofvillage families and applying specific skills of team members.

Mexico: April 2018–7-10 daysTrip Leader: Teresa LarsenTrip Coordinator: Pastor AlyssaEstimated Cost: $1495

Ministry: Kid’s Outreach & Ministry

India: Fall 2018Trip Leader: Gary CroweTrip Coordinator: Pastor AlyssaEstimated Trip Cost: $2000-2500

Ministry: Compassion ministry on the streets, at the TB hospital and in the slums of India. The team will do blanket distributions, visit the sick, host a medical camp and minister in the homes of church members to encourage the work God is doing through them.

Tree Top Kids: August 2018–4 daysTrip Leader: TBA Trip Coordinator: Pastor AlyssaTrip Cost: Under $199

Ministry: Kid’s ministry & work projects

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“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.”

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EPIK and Young Adults

For information on EPIK activities go to www.EPIK.us

WednesdaySeptember 13Split Services

EPIK Middle Schoolstarts at 6:30 pm

EPIK High Schoolstarts at 7:30 pm

@ Epik

KidsworldSunday Kidsworld and KidsworldJr. services begin

at 9 and 10:45 am.

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Want to stay up-to-date with everything Kidsworld?Follow us at facebook.com/KidsworldWillmar for everything that’s going on! You can even click the follow button and choose “See First” tomake sure you don’t miss our posts in your News Feed.

Wednesday night activities for kids resume on Wednesday, September 13. We have Mpact for elementary aged girls, Royal Rangers for elementary aged boys, and KidsworldJr. for preschoolers. Doors open at 6:10 pm. For more info email [email protected].

Junior Bible Quiz is a family program for hiding God’s Word in your heart.In addition to team competition and individual awards, JBQ can be used byfamilies to have fun together. Join us in Kidsworld on Wednesday, September 20at 5:45 pm in the Kidsworld auditorium or email [email protected] for more info.

Treehouse PlaydaysIf you’re looking for something fun to do with your little ones thisschool year, then look no further! Starting in October we will beopening our facilities to the public on Tuesdays and Thursdays from9:30-11:30 am. Follow us at: facebook.com/WillmarAGTreehousefor updates.

David & Taryn (Sims) Holthouse who were married on August 18th.David is the son of Bob &Ruth Ann Holthouse Grandparents are: Ted & Audrey Huisinga. and Bruce & Carol Brown.

Talon Ray SmithBorn: August 30thParents: Jordan & Ashley SmithGrandparents:Fran & Rachel Smith

2017 AG RIDERS SCHEDULE We leave at 4 pm sharp. For information contact Dave Nelsonat [email protected] or 320-894-9448.September 10 September 24October 8 October 22

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C h u r c h A n n o u n c e m e n t s

Congratulations to:

It’s a Boy!

DISCOVER AND FULFILL GOD’S PURPOSE FOR

YOUR LIFELearn more about your personality,

strengths, abilities, experiences, spiritualgifts, passions and mission statement.

GPS 8-WEEK SMALL GROUPS beginningWednesday September 27th.

GPS 2-DAY BLITZ September 28-29For more information contact

Lois Kasperson at 320-212-3777 Pastor Bruce at 320-894-2209

[email protected]

A MINISTRY OPPORTUNITY AWAITS YOU IN THE SANCTUARY

If you and your spouse or kids would like to ministerto the church in a valuable and much needed wayonce a week, please contact the church office at

320-235-2529. Volunteers are needed to put Connection Cards, offering envelopes and pens in

the pews each week. Hours/day are flexible. SEPTEMBER 24

Discover yourLIFE LANGUAGESTM

LIFE LANGUAGES, a 4-week class, is a proven tool forbuilding a culture of healthy, effective communicationbased on the gifts of the Father listed in Romans 12.

Discover your communication style and how to interact with those around you. This class is a fun

way to improve all of your relationships! It will be ledby Randy and Lynn Huisinga on Wednesday nights at

6:30 pm in Room B starting September 13 through October 4. For information call 320-295-9682.

Safe-T-Net (Parenting)Parenting is not easy or simple. If you are a parent/sof a soon-to-be-teenager or a teenager, this class isfor you to gather and process parenting challenges. It will be a free-flowing dynamic class of discussion.Let’s work together to bring the Lord’s wisdom andempowerment to our current parenting situations.

Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in the sanctuary starting September 13th, led by Dan Nelson.

Fine Arts Picnic will be Sept. 10thThe Fine Arts Picnic has been postponed until

Sunday, September 10th after the second service.More information will be given at choir rehearsal. Remember, CHOIR REHEARSAL resumes on

Thursday, September 7th, 6:30 pm.

SW MINNESOTA WOMEN’S EvENTwith BETH MOORE

at Living Word Lutheran Churchin Marshall, MN

Saturday, September 16 8:30 am to 3:15 pm (doors open at 7:30 am)

Tickets are $13 and available at Treasured Times,HyVee and Living Word Church of Marshall also online at attendstar.com. Cost is $20 at the door.Price includes simulcast, breakfast and lunch. Invite and bring a friend or two. For more info onFacebook: Beth Moore Simulcast Marshall, MN orcall 507-337-9673.

CMCS RETREATSeptember 8-10 CMCS high school students canspend a weekend at Lake Geneva Christian Centernear Alexandria. How can you help? First, pray that each one attending may experience a nearness to God. Second, Snacks, Snacks, Snacks. Kids come withappetites. If you can help – please bring goodies tothe CMCS office by September 7. Would you be able to help financially? Financial giftsmay also be brought to the CMCS office. Thank youin advance for your participation.

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FAITH@WORKBUSINESS PRAYER GATHERING

FAITH@WORK COMMUNITY PRAYERWe meet at the Willmar Fire Station

on Tuesdays from Noon to 1 pmPRAY FOR OUR LEADERS, OUR SCHOOLS, OUR BUSINESSES AND OUR COMMUNITY

SUMMER MOVIE IN THE PARK@ ROBBINS ISLAND

The last one this year. September 15thDisneys MoAnA

Bring your blankets & lawn chairs. FREEAdmission/popcorn/pop. Movie starts @ dusk (9 pm)

Pre-activities start at 8 pm. In the event of badweather it will be held at the City Auditorium.

C o m m u n i t y E v e n t s

Hope PregnancyCenter invites you

to their AnnualCelebration of Life

Event at the Willmar Conference Center

Thursday, September 14th, 2017. Kirk Walden, will bring a unique perspectiveon the ministry of HPC. The Social Hour andSilent Auction is at 5:30 pm and the dinner &program (including a live auction) will be at

6:30 pm. No tickets are required, but anRSVP is necessary to reserve your place at

a table; call 320-235-7619.

CHILD COAT DISTRIBUTION Wednesday and Thursday

October 18 & 19

8:30 am to 11:45 am and 1:15 pm to 4 pmat the Salvation Army

521 SW 4th Street, Willmar

No appointments will be made. First -come first served basis. Every person

who desires to receive a coat will need to bringtheir ID for all family members receiving a coat

and proof of residency in Kandiyohi County.

Last year 200 individuals did not get coats because not enough coats

were donated.

Thank You for praying for our military.

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

Person Branch Stationed AG Connection

Sam Andrus Air Force Undisclosed Phil Malone’s nephewEdward Bergeland Air Force USA Tim & Heidi Bergeland’s nephewAndrew Bonnema Marines Undisclosed Todd & Sue Erickson’s niece’s husbandBeth Brydon Army Arizona Dan & Kathy Halldin friendNick Collins Army Reserve Texas CJ & Kristina Collins’ brother

Christina Eaton Navy Florida Tim & Heidi Bergeland’s nieceJohn 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 MNTyler 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 TX 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 DC Brett Nelson Special Forces North Carolina Andrew & Nicole Plowman’s brotherAlexander Norling Army Reserve USA Torry & Val Norling’s sonDalton Petersen Army Kansas Harold & Sharon Petersen’s grandsonAlphard Reyes Marines Philippines Romeo & Stella Reyes’ sonBenny Rhodes Marines California Aaron & Hannah Rhodes’ brother

Mitchell Schueler Navy Reserve AfricaEli Smith Air Force Reserve MN Torry & Val NorlingNathan Smith Navy California Torry & Val Norling’s nephew Justin Stocks Navy Middle East Mel & Linda Stocks’ sonJared Torgerson Army TX Marilyn Geer & Sandi Larson’s great nephewGregory 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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98 am Men’s Bible Study @ Encore

7 pm AGAPE AA


7 pm AGAPE AA

11:45 am SeniorAdult SinglesThe Oaks

6:30 pm Choir

7 pm AGAPE AA

9 & 10:45 am Service10:30 am Coffee

Connection2 pm Latino Worship6 pm EPIK Small Groups

9 & 10:45 am Service10:30 am Coffee

Connection10:45 am Forever Families12:30 pm Choir Picnic

*rescheduled2 pm Latino Worship4 pm AG Ruders

9 & 10:45 am ServiceChild Dedication10:30 am Coffee

Connection2 pm Latino Worship6 pm EPIK Small Groups

9 & 10:45 am Service

10:30 am Coffee Connection2 pm Latino Worship4 pm AG Riders

12:30 pm Red CrossBloodmobile6:30 pm Young Adults6:30 pm DivorceCare7:00 pm Multi-lingual

Prayer Serviceat Encore

9 am Ladies Tues-day morning Biblestudy6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA

9 am Ladies Tuesday morningBible study6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA

9 am Ladies Tuesday morning Biblestudy6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA

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

8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore

7 pm AGAPE AA

9:30 am WM Prayer & Quilting5:30 JBQ Practice6:10 pmEPIK/Kidsworld6:30 pm Adult classes

9:30 WM am Prayer & Quilting6:10 pmEPIK/Kidsworld6:30 pm Adult classes

9:30 WM am Prayer & Quilting5:45 pm JBQ ParentMeeting6:10 pmEPIK/Kidsworld6:30 pm Adult classes

See You At The Pole 9:30 WM am Prayer & Quilting5:30 JBQ Practice6:10 pmEPIK/Kidsworld6:30 pm Adult classes

6:30 pm Young Adults6:30 pm DivorceCare7 pm Multi-lingual






6:30 pm Choir resumes

7 pm AGAPE AA

6:30 pm Choir

7 pm AGAPE AA

6 pm Dinner & A Movie6:30 pm Choir

7 pm AGAPE AA

5:30 pm EPIKTailgating Party


John MaxwellLeadership


Willmar AG Church Board of DeaconsButch Allen Joel Braegelman Gary Geer Bob Horyza Brian Moll Rick Schwindt Gary TerWisscha Bruce Watland

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Keith Kerstetter, Senior Pastor [email protected] McCullough, Outreach [email protected] Schoeman, Adult Ministries [email protected] McDevitt, Administrative [email protected] Holtan, Glocal Ministries [email protected]

Aaron Rhodes, Lead Youth [email protected] Martin, Associate Youth [email protected] Markwardt, Children’s [email protected] Carter, Interim Worship [email protected]

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7 pm AGAPE AA

6:30 pm Choir

7 pm AGAPE AA

9 am Ladies Tuesdaymorning Bible study6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA

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YOUNG ADULT CAMPING TRIP

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