WELCOMETO 160TH AVE

CHURCH OF CHRIST

WE ARE GLAD YOU’RE HERE

Brooke Greenberg

Brooke GreenbergIf this happens physically, something

is seriously wrong!!!If this happens spiritually, something

is seriously wrong!!!Physically this is a very rare conditionSpiritual lack of growth is all too

common.Brooke’s condition was incurable,

there is a solution for spiritual growth!!!

MaturityIt is a choice we make.It is commanded by God that we

mature and make spiritual growth. ◦1 Cor. 14:20; 2 Peter 3:14-18

What this takes:◦Physical growth comes naturally◦Spiritual growth and maturity comes

through desire, hard work, and dedication.

2015Goals and Plans for 160th Ave Church of Christ

A Few Successful FactorsInvolvement from Everyone

◦Great things happen when Everyone is on board (1 Chron. 13:1-4) Everyone working/active (Neh. Neh. 3;

4:6) Everyone is invested (Ex. 35:1, 4-5, 20-

29)

A Few Successful FactorsInvolvement from EveryoneStructure and Organization.

◦People in Specific Places and Roles to lead

◦David an effective leader: appointed people with duties 1 Chron 15:16 1 Chron 16:4 1 Chron 16:7

A Few Successful FactorsInvolvement from EveryoneStructure and Organization. Prayer

◦Neh. 2:12-16◦74 times in the psalms men prayed

to God for strength and help◦Prov. 16:9

Goals/Plans: EvangelismQuarterly bring a friend Sunday

◦April 5◦July 5◦October 4◦Jan 3, 2016

Invite goal: ◦120 invites for April 5 (word of

mouth/flyer)

Goals/Plans: Special MeetingsYouth Lectureship

◦Speakers: Brian Haines and Jeff Carr◦Date: March 27-29

Islam Studies◦ Jeff Car◦Sunday Evening Series◦Dates: Feb. 15, March 1, 8, 15

Singing Weekend◦Steve Garret◦Dates: May 29-31

Goals/Plans: Bible Classes Adult Classes: Curriculum

developed specifically to:◦Have a more mature understanding of

God’s word and how that came to us.◦Gain deeper understanding in regard

to worship. ◦Gain deeper understanding to critical

topics that incorporate much false doctrine in the religious world

◦Develop deeper fellowship

Goals/Plans: Bible Classes Young Boys Classes:

◦Leading in Worship How to lead in prayer Praying for the Lord’s Supper How to lead singing Leading a scripture reading

◦Teachers: Edwin Klaassen Nate Shropshire Others

Goals/Plans: Bible ClassesChildren’s Bible classes

◦Scott and Jessy taking over teacher scheduling and ordering of materials.

◦Curriculum: Shaping Hearts for God◦Quarter system for teachers◦Sunday Mornings 9:00 AM◦Wednesday evening 7:00 PM

Teachers be prepared Parents make sure your children are

prepared.

Goals/Plans: Bible StudiesWomen’s class

◦Every other Friday◦10:30 AM

Sisters meeting◦3rd Saturday of every month◦10 AM-12 PM

Singing Bible studies

Goals/Plans: Bible StudiesYouth Bible Studies

◦Organized by Stacy and Jennifer Hargis

◦One Study a month◦After the 1-2 months, it will be the 2

Friday of Every MonthYoung Adult Bible Studies

◦Organized by Justin and Jade Brainard◦One Study a month◦Typically the 4rd Friday of every month

Goals/Plans: Leadership/Teaching OpportunitiesKids/Bible classesYoung Adult ClassesWomen’s Studies

◦Sisters class◦Women’s class

Singing Weekend◦May 22-24

Goals/Plans: Fellowship and EncouragmentGroup Meetings/Potluck

◦2nd Sunday of the MonthPlan for Effective Encouragement

◦Announced Sunday Evening After Church (Nate S.)

◦Matt Lister and Jason Tipps record keepers

Building Relationships:Healthy Growing Congregations

tend to have great relationships within the church

Acts 2:46-48A Social aspect to the gospel

“it is not good for man to be alone” (Gen. 2:18)

“iron sharpens iron” (prov. 27:17) “Two are better than one” (Eccl. 4:9-12)

Recap: Overall Goal: Spiritual MaturityGet involvedBuild RelationshipsPray!!!

WELCOMETO 160TH AVE

CHURCH OF CHRIST

WE ARE GLAD YOU’RE HERE