the paper december issue 12 vol 2

THE PAPERISSUE 12 | VOL. 2 | DECEMBER 2015

AdventCelebrating & Waiting The Ravines

Experiencing Hope at Christmas

ChristmasService Times

Family HighlightMeet gordon Gunnink

CONTENTS

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

4 Who Is Gordon Gunnink?

6 Reach Project Update

10 Advent: Celebrating & Waiting

12 Christmas Service Times

14 The Ravines

16 The Bigger Picture

18 Beecher

19 Cedar Lake

21 Dyer

24 Hammond

25 Highland

26 Schererville

27 Valparaiso

Whether you’ve been attending Faith Church for a long time or you are a fi rst 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:

WORSHIP ON THE WEEKENDS

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 (infant-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.

CONNECT IN COMMUNITY

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 may 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.

SERVE OTHERS

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.

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FAITHFAMILYHIGHLIGHTGORDON GUNNINK

WHERE ARE YOU FROM?

I was born and raised on a farm in a small Dutch settlement in SW Minnesota, Edgerton.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR FAMILY.

At age 25, I was mercifully delivered from Satan’s power to begin a life of knowing Jesus Christ. I then attended Dordt college, where I met my wife Jamie. She has been through a lot with me. We lived for 4 years in Bellflower, California before moving to our current location in Griffith. We have been blessed with 3 daughters. Courtney our oldest, lives in Hammond, Erin our second lives with us, and our youngest, Rachel resides in Elkhart, Indiana.

HOW DID YOU FIRST GET CONNECTED TO FAITH CHURCH?

In 2006, we were attending a church that had been through a “women in office/authority of God’s word” split earlier, and then went thru a wrenching situation where the pastor was found morally unfaithful to his wife. We heard about Faith Church and started attending.

WHAT HAVE YOU SEEN GOD DO AT FAITH CHURCH?

I have seen God answer prayers for wisdom and guidance through timely messages, “chance” meetings with individuals at church, and revelatory insights, encouragement, deliverance and forgiveness given in prayer team meetings. Go to that prayer room!!

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT THE WORSHIP SERVICES?

We immediately sensed the worshipers liked being there, they wanted to be together for praising God, and fellowshipping. I was most impressed with how the pastors presented the scriptures. I appreciated their ability to connect their own walk to the passage at hand.

WHERE DO YOU SERVE AT FAITH CHURCH?

I first enjoyed serving in the “Well” as an usher for some time and then when the Reflectors ministry started I felt led to serve there as my daughter was physically disabled.

HOW DO YOU CONNECT WITH OTHERS AT YOUR CAMPUS?

When we started attending Faith Dyer, I had the privilege of having then elder, Tim Prince, walk with me. He sensed I was a walking wounded, he was God’s agent to encourage me to grow. A couple of invitations by Charlie Bertucci finally landed me in “Men of Faith” on Saturday mornings. That ministry has been the most impactful group of brothers in my life. They helped deliver me from having relationship with my theology to having a relationship with the God of theology. Painful, humbling, but rewarding. Come on down! We have room for a few more!

WHAT HAVE YOU SEEN GOD DO IN YOUR LIFE?

When Faith Schererville was launched, I sensed the need and desire to join there. There are plenty of needs in a start-up. Got to go on a prayer walk thru the neighborhood, have the great blessing of joining a brother and several sisters in Christ on the prayer team as well. Also have the privilege of being part of the oldest set up and tear down team in history, nicknamed the “Koathites” from Numbers 4. Been also able to connect with brothers remodeling the chapel at the campus for use in “Faith Kids”.

ANYTHING ELSE YOU WANT TO SHARE?

Several years ago, my youngest started to exhibit symptoms of mental illness. Dawn Lewis introduced me to the Fresh Hope support group which addresses these needs. I have been a part of the group for over 2 years.

I believe that Jesus Christ has the power, desire, and ability, to move his wounded children to wellness and a joyful life of service. I am fully confident that the approach of “Fresh Hope” is a Christ honoring path.

Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic):We are thrilled to announce that Iglesia FE RD (Faith Church – Dominican Republic) held a wonderful celebration of opening on Sunday, November 15 at 5 PM in Santo Domingo. Pastor David Mojica and his team had been diligently working to identify a space where they could launch their weekend services. An existing church has opened its doors to allow us to begin holding services in the afternoon. The Launch Team has been active in November obtaining ministry supplies and equipment to also launch the Faith Church Santo Domingo’s version of Faith Kids! This is another extension of the Reach Project, reaching more people and nations with the Gospel message!

Total Pledges: $7,677,884Received to date: $2,285,044.89Thank you for your generosity!An encouragement to close out 2015:2 Cor 8:10-11: “And in this matter I give my

judgment: this benefi ts you, who a year ago started not only to do this work but also to desire to do it. So now fi nish doing it as well so that your readiness in desiring it may be matched by your completing it out of what you have.”

The Apostle Paul is encouraging the church in Corinth to understand generosity, ultimately displayed in the cross and what Jesus did at Calvary, but also to fi nish what they had started from a giving perspective.

We at Faith Church have started a great work, only because of Jesus. The start of construction at Faith Church – Cedar Lake, improvements in Beecher, Dyer & Schererville, the launch of FC-Santo Domingo, and now we should fi nish that good work that we started. We should fi nish it well, not just in our desire to do so, but in action. Would you prayerfully consider how you can give generously to support the Reach Project and our fi rst year of commitments? And to fi nish the general fund to continue our day-to-day and week-to-week ministry.

May the Lord bless you continually!

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Holiday HoursMonday, Dec. 21 Closed

Tuesday, Dec. 22 9:00 am - 3:00 PM

Wednesday, Dec. 23 9:00 am - 7:00 PM

Thursday, Dec. 24 Closed

Friday, Dec. 25 Closed

Saturday, Dec. 26 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Sunday, Dec. 27 8:30 am - 12:30 PM

The Vine will be closed December 28 – January 1Regular hours will resume Saturday, January 2, 2016

GET YOUR CHILDREN CONNECTED INTO THESE MINISTRIES.

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(INFANT-5TH GRADE) (6TH - 12TH GRADE)

DECEMBER 26/27 & JAN 2/3 FAITH KIDS NURSERY ONLY

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ADVENTCELBRATING & WAITING

BY: DR. BRIAN DENNERT

What do you think when you hear the word “Advent”?

Candles? Wreaths? Nativity scenes (known as a

crèche)? Calendars filled with chocolate (yum!)?

Panic as the number of shopping days until Christmas decreases?!?

Christians throughout the world have been celebrating Advent for years

(since at least the 4th century), but, like many traditions, we can talk

about it and celebrate it without really knowing what it is about. So, we

wanted to share about its meaning and how we are living into it at Faith

Church. The word “Advent” itself is from the Latin word adventus (look,

now you know Latin!), which means “coming” or “visit.” The season of

Advent consists of the 4 Sundays before Christmas and is a time when

we think about the two “advents” of Jesus - the first as a baby born in

Bethlehem about 2,000 years ago and the second being his return as king

that could come any day. Therefore, both celebration and anticipation

mark Advent as we celebrate Christ coming for us and anticipate his

return. Overall, Advent helps us to cultivate an awareness of God’s

actions in the past, present, and future. God has done great things in the

past, God always is, and God has promised to do things in the future.

This Advent season at Faith Church, we are doing a series called “Waiting

Here for You” in which we think about how God’s people were waiting

for Christ to come and make things right, and we are similarly waiting

for Christ to return and bring His Kingdom in its fullness. While we are

like the people of the Old Testament waiting for Jesus to come, we do so

differently because he has already come – he has brought the kingdom in

part now, and we know He will return because He has come! As we wait

for His return, we wait not passively, reading magazines in the waiting

room of this world, but in hope, peace, joy, and love, living as faithful

citizens while the King is away, knowing He will return any time now!

We hope to help you wait better this year, aware of what Christ has done,

what He has promised to do, and how that connects with your life now.

BeecherWed, Dec 23, 7pm & Thu, Dec 24, 3* & 5pm

Cedar LakeWed, Dec 23, 5* & 7pm

DyerWed, Dec 23 , 5* & 7pm** & Thu, Dec 24, 1*, 3*, 5pm

HammondWed, Dec 23, 7pm

HighlandWed, Dec 23, 5* & 7pm & Thu, Dec 24, 2* & 4pm*

ScherervilleThu, Dec 24, 2* & 4pm

ValparaisoThu, Dec 24, 6pm*

*Faith Kids available for children birth - 2 years old.**Refl ectors (special abilities ministry) available for children 3 - 12 years old.

Christmas Services

1TIME SERVEOPPORTUNITY

Serve and love our infant through 2 year olds during the Christmas Eve services

at any campus.

For specific service times and to sign up, go to faithchurchkids.org.

Hosted by the Vine bookstore & Faithful Grounds

God-Breathed: God into Man | Tues, Dec 15, 7 PM

W e have all heard the saying that Christmas is ‘the most wonderful time of year.’ The parties, decorations, family time, food,

music, and on and on the list can go. And while for many the holidays are all that and more, for others it can be lonely and sad. Families are broken, marriages are struggling, spending is out of control, and an overall sense of depression fl oods the lives and minds of countless people every year.

Christ’s coming into this world o� ers hope, and hope o� ers joy and purpose. So how do you accept that gift? How do you truly answer the statement when someone says “I don’t want to get my hopes up”? Are they afraid of being disappointed? Possibly. But maybe our disconnect has more to do with what we are hoping for.

In his book “God Came Near,” Max Lucado wrote: “Our problem is not so much that God doesn’t give us what we hope for as it is that we don’t know the right thing for which to hope. Hope is not what you expect; it is what you would never dream. It is a wild, improbable tale with a pinch-me-I’m-dreaming ending…Hope is not a granted wish or a favor performed; no it is far greater than that. It is a zany, unpredictable dependence on a God who loves to surprise us out of our socks and be there in the fl esh to see our reaction.”

If receiving this hope means I need to experience complete hopelessness fi rst, then The Ravines is God’s provision of hope to so many marriages. Couples who call are hopeless. They call because they do not know where else they can turn. And they come with little or no hope left in their heart. But they soon realize that they are not alone. If this world were perfect, there would not be any need for hope. The Ravines has seen

so often that when things look bleak that is where hope lives.

The good news of Christmas is that God brought hope to all of us. The gift of Jesus on that fi rst Christmas was the perfect gift of hope. That hope includes love, forgiveness, grace, peace, reconciliation and joy. Luke 2:14 tells how the angels expressed what that hope is: Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests.

As couples continue to come to The Ravines to experience God’s gift of hope, they will ultimately receive the gift of grace. “Whether you have a good marriage or one in serious need of help, when life is coming at you full throttle, you simply cannot make it work in your own power. To have a marriage that thrives, you need grace”. – Dr. Tim Kimmel, Grace Filled Marriage

If you would like more information about The Ravines, please visit our website at www.theravines.org. Our website has recently been redesigned to provide couples, leaders and organizations with more information, downloadable forms, and improved ‘user-friendly’ steps. You can also email The Ravines at [email protected] or call 219.864.5063.

And this hope will never disappoint us. We know this because God has poured out his love to fi ll our hearts through the Holy Spirit he gave us. Romans 5:5

May you experience God’s Hope this Christmas,Patti JabaayExecutive Director, The Ravines

Experiencing Hope at Christmas

Faith StudentsWinter REtreat

• February 12-14 (Depart Approx. 3:00pm on Friday, Return 5:00pm on Sunday)

• Springhill Camp – 7717 95th Avenue, Evart, MI

• Open to middle and high school students from all campuses

• Cost – to be determined

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

Thursday, Dec 106:30 - 8:30 pm in Faithful Grounds Co� ee Shop

Artist: Jan Krediet | Cost: $25(includes co� ee, snacks & supplies for a fi nished product)

T H E B I G G E R P I C T U R ES N A P S H O T S O F T H E G R E A T E R F A I T H F A M I L Y

FAITH KIDS

ORDINATION OF PETE PINKOWSKI

CEDAR LAKE THANKSGIVING MEALS

WORSHIPPING ON WEDNESDAY

T H E B I G G E R P I C T U R ES N A P S H O T S O F T H E G R E A T E R F A I T H F A M I L Y

SCHERERVILLE CHAPEL OPENING

TECHNICAL ARTSSWITCHER TRAINING

WORSHIPPING ON WEDNESDAY

BAPTISMS AT DYERFAITH CEDAR LAKE BUILDING PROGRESS

BEECHERWORSHIP201 E. Church RoadBeecher, IL 60401

FaithChurchBeecher

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

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-offportion of the weekend program and submit it to the Welcome & Hospitality Center.

CONNECT● WOMEN

Women’s Bible StudyWednesdays, 7 pmWe will not meet Dec 23Contact Leanne at [email protected] are studying You’re Already Amazing by Holley Gerth. Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday

MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers(Infant through Kindergarten) Thursdays, 9-11 amMeeting Dec 10Contact Katie or Rachel at [email protected] Meets every other Thursday

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

● MEN Men’s Bible/Book StudyThursdays, 7 pmContact John at [email protected] Watch weekend program for topics and other updates.Meets 2nd & 4th Thursday

● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN)

Mini-ChurchesContact Anne at [email protected] you are looking to get connected at Faith Church, a Mini-Church is a great place to start. Stop by the Welcome Center and pick up a list of groups that are gathering or check out our Group Finder on the Faith Church website at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/mini-churches/join.

One Marriage Groups Contact Gina [email protected] Marriage 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 Wednes-days at our discipleship night at the Dyer campus. In need of Repair? Check out faithchurchonline.org for more information.

● STUDENTS

Faith Beecher Students (6th-12th grade)Fridays, 6-8:30 pmBring 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 the entryway. Contact Stephanie if you are interested in being a part of the FFM team. Open 1st & 3rd Thursday

● CLASSES & EVENTS

There are a number of events occurring during Dec & Jan. Many of them will have specific details to follow in the weekend program closer to the event. Mark your calendar with the following dates:

•Dec 6 – Please note: Beecher Community Christmas Walk has been cancelled. However, we will host a Christmas Carol Sing & Cookie exchange at church.Time and details to be determined and will be announced in the weekend program.

•Dec 11 – Christmas Movie Night at church.

•Dec 12 – Annual Manger Build.

•Dec 20 - Christmas Breakfast Pot-luck following the 11am service.

•Jan 22 (tentative date) - Fellowship event at church. Watch weekend program for specifics.

SERVEThere are many ways for you to get involved at Faith-Beecher. Contact the following team leaders for more information 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 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 at [email protected]

CEDAR LAKEWORSHIPCedar Lake Ministries13701 Lauerman StreetCedar Lake, IN 46303

Community Arts Center (CAC)13300 Lincoln PlazaCedar Lake, IN 46303

FaithChurchCedarLake

Service TimesSunday, 9 & 10:30 am

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

Faith Kids Worship(Infant-5th Grade) Sunday, 9 &10:30 am

CONNECT● WOMEN

Book Study - Seamless Tuesdays, 7 pm - CACContact Karla [email protected] 2nd & 4th Tuesday

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

● MEN

Bible StudySaturdays, 6:30-8:30 am – CACContact Greg at [email protected] weekly

Bible/Book Study - 7 Words toChange Your Family While There’s Still Time by James MacDonaldWednesdays, 6:30 pm - Space next to the CACContact Matt [email protected] 1st & 3rd Wednesday

● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN)

Mini-ChurchesContact Anne at [email protected] you are looking to get connected at Faith Church, a Mini-Church is a great place to start. Check out our Group Finder on the Faith Church website at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/mini-churches/join.

One Marriage Groups Contact Gina [email protected] Marriage 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 Students (6th-12th grade)Wednesdays, 6:30-8 pm - CACContact Jason at [email protected] weekly

Upcoming Student Events

Mr. Christmas Tree – Dec 13Winter Retreat – Feb 12-14

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

● CARE

Want to be a part of the Angel team? Contact Beckie Hayes at [email protected]. We welcome you to help the team sort the angel tree gifts on Dec 6 at the CAC from 12-2 pm.

Faith Family MarketMondays, 10 am-noon - CAC(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.

Reflectors MinistrySundays, 9 & 10:30 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.

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: Bring hope to a local at-risk child by becoming a Kids Hope mentor. Mentors spend one hour with a specific child each week of the school year reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs a caring adult in his/her life. Make a difference in your community one relationship at a time. The Cedar Lake Campus serves the children of MacArthur Elementary School. If you are interested or want to know more, contact Jennifer [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 at [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 kweemhoff @faithchurchonline.org for details.

Other ways to get involved at Faith-CL:

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

Faith Students (6th-12th grade): Jason [email protected]

MomsNation (MOPS/Moms inthe Middle): Angela at [email protected]

Frontline team (includes greeters,welcome center, golf cart, coff eeservice & The Vine): Karla atkweemhoff @faithchurchonline.org

Prayer Team: Jerry at [email protected]

TAG or Worship Team: Jason [email protected]

Faith Family Market: Beckie [email protected]: Nick [email protected]

Card Ministry: Marcy [email protected]

Saturday Lunch: Dawn at [email protected]

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DYERWORSHIP100 81st AvenueDyer, IN 46311

FaithChurchDyer

Service TimesSaturday, 6 pmSunday, 9 & 11 am


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

Reflectors Worship (Disability Ministry)Sunday, 11 am

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

CONNECT● WOMEN

Women’s Bible Study - Names of God Mondays, 9 am - Rm 144 Contact Liz at [email protected] Meets weekly

Card Connection Thursday, 6:30 pm - Rm 141Contact [email protected] the 1st Thursday to make cards for the Faith Church family.

Courageous Love Monday, 7 pm - Garage Prayer RmContact Karyn at [email protected] are excited to begin our 2nd year of this confidential ministry which provides love, encouragement, support and hope to moms of LGBT children.Meets the 3rd Monday

Faith Stitchers Thursday, 1-4 pm - Room140/141Christmas Celebration Dec 10, 1-3 pm - if you plan to come bring a finger food to share.

Contact 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 Gara-

Contact Dante at [email protected] 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturday

● ADULTS (Men & Women)

Choir Monday, Dec 14, 7-8 pm Room 142/143 to sing Dec 19/20Contact Jen [email protected]

Young Adults (18-30 something)Contact Jenise at [email protected] love being in community! Keep up with everything we are doing to-gether: 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]

One Marriage Groups Contact Gina [email protected] Marriage is available for you to get connected as a couple! Pre-paring 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.


● 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

Mark Your Calendars:

● Feb 12-14 Winter RetreatStudents from all campuses will travel to Spring Hill in Evart, MI.

● 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 on Tuesday nights as a place of rescue, restoration, safe-ty, 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 par-ents 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, 8:30 am-12 noonRoom 128Contact Kelly at [email protected] Market provides assistance to those who have grocery needs. Open the 2nd & 4th Sunday

ReflectorsSundays, 11 am-12 noonRooms 140-146These classrooms function similar to a Special Education Classroom. Typical elements include: modified Bible lessons, crafts, games, sing-ing, 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 Saturday, Dec 12, 9 am-noonThis is a 3-hour program of fun activi-ties for individuals with special needs of all ages (and their siblings). RSVP online at reflectorsministry.org.

Reflectors Parent Support GroupSaturday, Dec 12, 9:15 - 10:30 amThis month’s meeting will be a break-fast hang-out at the Scrambled Diner. We will meet at church, and then head over to the restaurant. RSVP online - www.reflectorsministry.org.

Christmas Worship Service Information for Reflectors

Christmas Eve: Dec 23, 7 pm – Reflectors GOLD (kids)Worship

Sunday, December 27 – NO Reflectors WorshipSorry for any inconvenience this may cause. As always, the worship center, the Well, and the west hallway living rooms are always available and you are always welcome!

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 men-tal health challenge AND their loved ones (family 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] or708-650-2287.aerobic interval training fitness class

12.1 Running ClubSaturdays, 7:30 amFaith Dyer - AtriumContact Louie & Mary [email protected] weekly

Pass It On HockeySundays, 6:50 am atHomewood-Flossmoor Ice ArenaContact Carl [email protected] of all ages welcome. Meets weekly


SERVEAngels of Hope Gift SortCome and serve as a family, with your Mini-Church or by yourself on Tuesday, Dec 8, 6-8 pm in the Atrium.

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.

Kids Hope USABring hope to a local at-risk child by becoming a Kids Hope mentor. Men-tors spend one hour with a specific child each week of the school year reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs a caring adult in his/her life. Make a difference in your community one relationship at a time. The Dyer cam-pus serves the children of Bibich Ele-mentary School. If you are interested or want to know more, contact Jenni-fer at [email protected].

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

CHILDCARE PROVIDE FOR DINNER & WORSHIP

HammondWORSHIPHammond Academy of Science and Technology (H.A.S.T.)33 Muenich Ct. Hammond, IN 46320

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

FaithChurchHammond

Service Time: Sunday, 10 am


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

CONNECT● WOMEN

Faith StitchersThursday, 1 pm – HACContact Ginni at [email protected] Stitchers gathers to crochet & knit baby blankets for PASS preg-nancy care centers and scarves for Children’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 - HACContact Bob at [email protected] the 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Sat



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


● CARE

Prayer Ministry, Sundays, before and after service. Contact Bob at [email protected] you have needs, concerns, wor-ries or praises? Stop in the Prayer Room for prayer and support.

Faith Family MarketSundays, 11:30 am-1 pm - HAC 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 - HACContact 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

SERVEFaith Kids: Contact 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 this year.Sign ups and more information at faith-churchkids.org.

Set Up/Tear Down: Contact Sarah at [email protected] joining the team that helps make it all happen on Sunday mornings by literally setting up the Worship Center and tearing it down following the service.

Kids Hope USABring hope to a local at-risk child by becoming a Kids Hope mentor. Mentors spend one hour with a specific child each week of the school year reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs a caring adult in his/her life. Make a difference in your com-munity one relationship at a time.The Hammond Campus serves the children of Kenwood Elementary School. If you are interested or want to know more, contact Jennifer LeRose at [email protected]

highlandWORSHIP8910 Grace StreetHighland, 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 - I SamuelThursdays, 9:30 am - Great RoomContact Jean at 219-922-8113Leader: Judy NearpassMeets 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


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 sin-gle, widowed or divorced who are looking for like-minded Christians to share their beliefs and values, growing in Christ. Meets weekly

Mini-ChurchesContact Anne at [email protected] you are looking to get connected at Faith Church, a Mini-Church is a great place to start. Stop by the

Welcome Center and pick up a list of groups that are gathering or check out our Group Finder on the Faith Church website at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/mini-churches/join.


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

● STUDENTS

6th-8th GradeSundays, 6-8 pmContact Larissa [email protected] 2nd & 4th Sunday

Friday, Dec 4—Christmas Party 7-9 pm at Faith Highland (8910 Grace Street)

Sunday, Dec 13—Mr. Christmas Tree Pageant at Faith Dyer, 6-8 pm

9th-12th Grade Sundays, 6-8 pm-Youth House by Faith Highland. Contact Deanne at [email protected] 1st & 3rd Sunday

Coffee House Tuesdays, 7 pm - Panera in ScherervilleHigh school students informally meet the 2nd & 4th Tuesday

Students, Mark Your Calendars:

• Feb 12-14, Winter RetreatStudents from all campuses will trav-el to Spring Hill in Evart, MI.

● CARE

FriendshipTuesdays, 7 pm – Great RoomFriendship 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 welcome, 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 mem-bers, close friends). For more infor-mation, visit: faithchurchonline.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 Pobereyko 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

SCHERERVILLEWORSHIPThe Gym at Campagna Academy7403 Cline AvenueSchererville, IN 46375

FaithChurchSchererville

Service TimeSunday, 9 & 11 am

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


Join us in the Community Cafe after each service for coffee and refreshments.

CONNECT● Adults (Men & Women)

Mini-ChurchesContact Anne at [email protected] you are looking to get connected at Faith Church, a Mini-Church is a great place to start. Stop by the Welcome Center and pick up a list of groups that are gathering or check out our Group Finder on the Faith Church website at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/mini-churches/join. One Marriage Groups Contact Gina [email protected] Marriage is available for you to get connected as a couple! Pre-paring 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 Students - Meets at Dyer Campus

Mark Your Calendars:

● Winter Retreat, Feb 12-14 @ Spring Hill in Evart, MI High School (9th-12th grade) Sundays, 6-8:30 pm - The Garage Contact Tory [email protected] weekly

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

● 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

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].

VALPARAISOWORSHIP1155 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, lead-ers, campus & region.

Service TimeSunday, 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 pm Contact Jana at [email protected] 1st & 3rd Tuesday MOPs Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten)Thursday, Nov 5 & 19, 6-8 pmContact Kim at [email protected] twice a month

● MEN

Men of FaithSaturdays, 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 struggles and celebrations together. Meets weekly




● 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 bless-ed 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 Bowgren [email protected] the weekend program for de-tails. You can also check the Faith’s website at faithchurchonline.org/connect/adult/special needs. When a new schedule is available, it will be posted here.


First Sunday Lunch - Sunday, Dec 6

Mark Your Calendar for next month: First Sunday Lunch will be on Sun-day, Jan 3. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share.

SERVEFaith Kids The 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 & more information at faithchurchkids.org, at the Welcome Center, or contact Jaime at [email protected] or Ami [email protected].

Open Arms Women’s Shelter – The Shelter will soon have its own facility for housing so they will not be needing our building. They will, however, still need volunteers to help run the program. See Pastor Brad if you are interested in being part of this ministry.

Other serving teams looking for ad-ditional 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].

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