THE PAPERISSUE 4 | VOL. 1 | OCTOBER 2014

EXPERIMENTSGONE RIGHTTHE BENEFITS OF A MULTI-SITE CHURCH

WHO ARE THE OOSTMANS?GETTING TO KNOW SAM & CAROL

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, HIGHLAND!

CONTENTS

Content deadline is the first Monday of the month for the next issue. Submit to: kjustice@faithchurchonline.org

4 Experiments Gone Right

7 Who Are The Oostmans

10 Happy Birthday, Highland

11 Beecher

12 Cedar Lake

13 Dyer

16 Hammond

17 Highland

18 Schererville

19 Valparaiso

THE BIG 3Whether you’ve been attending Faith Church for a long time or you are a first 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 WeekendsGather 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 OTHERSJoin 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.

For the past seven years, Faith Church has been on an exhila-rating journey aptly referred to as “the multi-site movement.” In the early days, (2007), there were many comments like “Good luck with that,” “Hope it goes well down there” (as if Cedar Lake is just north of Florida), “I’ll pray for ‘your church’” (as if there was a great schism at Faith Church), and, my favorite, “What are you going to do if this ‘experi-ment’ doesn’t work?”

Well, seven years later, after the launch of our seventh campus, I’d say the experi-ment has been bearing fruit: On an average weekend, 40% of the people who worship at Faith Church are not step-ping foot onto the Dyer Cam-pus where it all began. Faith Church has a footprint and a presence in seven unique communities in “The Region.” Hundreds of servants and leaders have been identified, trained and sent “on mission” into the communities that Faith Church resides in. The total number of seats available at optimal worship times has grown tremendously. If we include The Well video venue, Faith Church has gone from 3 worship experiences to 16 per

EXPERIMENTS

GONERIGHTTHE BENEFITS OF A MULTI-SITE CHURCH

BY DAVE WEEMHOFF

weekend.Additional benefits of “the multi-site movement” as taken from The Multi-site Church Revolution, by Geoff Surratt, Greg Ligon and Warren bird include:

• brings together the best aspects of larger churches and smaller churches

• assists in reaching friends and family unwilling to travel a great distance to church

• accelerates a climate for diversity, creativity and innovation in ministry

• improves a church’s stewardship of funds and resources

• enables a church to extend itself into niches like the arts (HAC) and schools (Campagna Academy, home of Faith-Schererville)

• helps a congregation see how it is part of a larger kingdom mission

• provides a pipeline for the development of emerging leaders and future staff

Pastor Bob often says, “If it’s alive, it multiplies.” We can see evidence of this in Scrip-ture and in the history of the church. Here are some of his observations on the benefits of being a multi-site church:

• Each week the pastors gather to pray, problem solve and be held accountable. The camaraderie we share is such a source of strength.

• Each week, we together as pastors, wrestle with the same passage sharing ideas for messages.

• Once a month the seven campus leaders (pastors, worship leaders, kids’ directors and key leaders) gather to pray, unite and creatively plan our series.

• We share resources for ministry: programs, bulletins, and The Paper.

• We share talent. Worship arts share clarity of songs, singers and instrumentalists share talent.

• From time to time, all seven sites together, receive train ing.

• Together we can make a larger imprint in God’s world.

The multi-site journey has been a fun and challenging ride, and we believe that God is calling us to continue. We know that we have made mistakes, that our path has been rough and difficult at times, and that we are far from perfect. However, God continues to spur us on, to pour out his Holy Spirit, and calls us to live fully into the mission of “reaching the disconnected and growing the connected in Christ.”

Acts 1:8 has been a theme verse for living into this great, challenging endeavor. The same challenge that Jesus left with his disciples is the same challenge he gives to us today:

“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon

you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem

and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end

of the earth.”

For the glory of God, there is no greater call. Let’s continue on the journey and answer the call together in Dyer, The Region, Chicagoland and to the end of the earth (which is NOT Cedar Lake, by the way)!

the new mental health support group

Fresh Hope is a Christian association of support groups across the United States

for those who have a mental health diagnosis and for their loved ones.

A Fresh Hope group is a peer-to-peer led, safe, encouraging and healing

environment where real hope and real healing take place, and the sure hope

of Christ is foundational.

LOCATION: Faith Highland - Great Room

LAUNCH DATE: November 5, 2014

SCHEDULE: Wednesdays - 7:00 pm

HELP US RAISE MONEY FOR LOCAL FOOD BANKS! EARLY

BIRD PRICING AVAILABLE.

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Q. Where are you from? A. Sam was raised in High-land, IN and Carol was raised in Lansing, IL.

Q. How did you first get con-nected to Faith Church?A. For several years we visited numerous churches, including Faith Dyer, in an effort to see where God wanted to use us. For quite a while, we attended First CRC of Highland as well as Suncrest Church, eventually feeling led to join First CRC of Highland. We are delighted with the transition of becom-ing a Faith Church campus in Highland.

Q. What do you enjoy about Faith Church?A. We attend the 11 a.m. service and love to see unfa-miliar faces. We find that the relaxed format draws people to Faith Church. Music has always been an integral part of worship, preparing our hearts and minzs to focus on Pas-tor Jason’s Biblical teaching.

Pastor Jason’s insight of the Bible and teaching method is relevant to all age groups. He gives practical application that can be applied to our everyday walk with God. We love his honesty, humor and the exam-ples he gives from his own life. He is SO real!

Q. Where do you serve at Faith Church?A. We recently have become a part of the Visitation Team. We look forward to meeting with others. Carol loves choir, and we both volunteer outside of Faith Church. Sam volunteers at the Thrift Center in High-land, and Carol volunteers with Freedom Bound Ministry at the Lake County Jail.

Q. What have you seen God do in your life?A. We find ourselves in an ex-citing ‘season’ of life. We have been married 45 years. We have three beautiful daughters, two great sons-in-law, and six grandchildren (five grand-

SAM & CAROL OOSTMAN

sons and one ‘Princess’). Our eldest daughter Charissa, is with a great guy, Ray Vander-Bok, who is currently on a list waiting for a heart transplant. Sam is retired from our owner/operator excavating business, and Carol works for Bright Star Home Health. We find life has taught us some priceless lessons that we pass along to others:

• We are in our 60’s and are more aware of the brevity of life and the importance of finishing the race of life strong with our Lord.

• We live in such a broken world and in spite of our sinful-ness/brokenness, God contin-ues to mold and refine us for His glory.

• We have felt the Holy Spirit’s presence and God’s love in sickness and health, through the death of loved ones, finan-cial crunches, business chal-lenges and family situations.

• When God allows adversity, He walks with us every step of the way. We feel that God will use our life pain to comfort others when they are faced with similar situations.

• Everything we have belongs to God; we are merely custodi-ans, entrusted to produce fruit with the gifts we have been given by God.

• Spending time everyday in the Bible and praying is the very best advice for everyone.

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Brookport, ILLINOISOCTOBER 13-19In November of 2013, the town of Brookport, IL was devastated by a series of tornados that ripped through the area. Much of the area is still rebuilding and in need of help. This October Faith Church, working along-side World Renew, will be sending a team of individuals to assist in rebuilding this area. Jobs may include painting, drywall, carpet, landscaping, etc.

PETIONVILLE, HaitiOCTOBER 20-27 God’s Littlest Angels (GLA) currently cares for about 100 children. The nannies are unable to give the children the one-on-one attention they so badly crave and deserve. This is the area in which our team will be serving. The team will also be spending time assisting in building projects on the new GLA property.

This October Faith Church has two teams serving in our region and in the world. Please keep both teams in your prayers as they serve, pray, and encourage those they interact with. Pray for safety and health as they travel and that the Lord’s name would be made great throughout the U.S. and the world.

Meets Wednesday nights - NEW TIME - 6:30 pm

Dinner & Community Building- 5:30-6:30 pm ($6 adults; $2 child)

The Gathering is an opportunity to grow in your relationship with God through praise, worship, biblical teaching and experiential prayer in community with others. All this is

done in a relaxed atmosphere in the Atrium at our Dyer Campus.

This year, Faith-Highland turns 1 year old…and 50 years old…and 106 years old. We aren’t confused—let me explain. A year ago, Faith Church (celebrating 50 this year) enfolded First Christian Reformed Church of Highland (106 years in existence) to start Faith-Highland (who is now 1). And what a year it’s been in all of our histories. These two churches came together and gelled quickly in the focus of reaching our community for Jesus, and He has blessed our efforts tremendously. We have seen people whose family homes were/are within a block of our facility make Faith Highland their church home. People came from every marketing channel we utilized to let the community know we were startings. Existing members stepped-up in a huge way to serve. Faith members who joined the launch brought our culture and a great spirit to Faith-Highland. So many local people are being reached and connected that we have space issues, and we are thankful to have them! On our horizon,

we plan to: expand our nursery to care for the next generation that the Lord is bringing, begin a third service on Sunday evenings to help with space (and also reach those who are unable to attend on a Saturday night or Sunday morning), and enfold another church out of Faith-Highland. What we have seen, I believe, is the Lord blessing the right hearts of His people. First CRC could have continued for a long time as they were. But since they weren’t reaching their community, they decided to make a radical change and chose to ap-proach Faith Church Faith Church contin-ues to follow wherev.er God leads in our multi-site movement, including enfolding a 105-year-old existing church from a different denomination. I think God knew the hearts of these churches. He has blessed their will-ingness to step out of their comfort zones, into the unknown, in order to see people’s eternities changed for His glory. My family and I have been truly bless-ed to be a part of this movement of God, and we can’t wait to see what He’s going to do in the future.

HIGHLANDHappy BirthdayBy Jason DeVries

BEECHERWORSHIP201 E. Church RoadBeecher, IL 60401

Faith Church-Beecher

Service TimesSunday, 9 & 11 am*Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advanced request.reflectors@faithchurchonline.org

Faith Kids Worship (Infant - 5th grade)Sunday, 9 & 11 am

The Vine bookstore is open after all weekend services.

CONNECT● WOMEN

Women’s Bible StudyThursday, 7 pmContact Ann Smit at asmit@faithchurchonline.orgMeets 1st & 3rd ThursdayWe are sisters in the Lord who study God’s Word, pray together, cele-brate and support each other in life’s journey. We’ll be basing our study on Sensible Shoes by Sharon Garlough Brown which can be purchased in the Vine.

MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers(Infant through Kindergarten)Thursday, 9 am Contact Katie or Rachel at mopsbchr@faithchurchonline.orgMeets 1st, 3rd & 5th Thursday

Stitchin’ SistersTuesday, 9:30 am Contact Marietta Koster at 708.258.6450Our mission statement is “Making friends while sharing God’s love through the work of our hands.” If you like to crochet or knit or would like to learn, please join us. All of the projects we make are donated to others in need.Meets 2nd Tuesday

● MEN Men’s Bible/Book Study The Man in the Mirror: 24 Problems Men Face and Tony Dungy’s book, Playbook for an Uncommon LifeThursday, 7 pmContact John at jplug@juno.com We will study these two books together. This will be an exciting time of digging deeper into what the Word says about being a man.Meets weekly through Nov 20

● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN)

Mini-ChurchesContact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.orgAre you looking to get connected to a Mini-Church for the Reach series? Check out the Faith Church Group Finder link at faithchurchonline.org. Log into MyFaith and select “Find a Group.”

Mini-Church Group Registration Information:Attention current Mini-Church lead-ers! The church-wide fall series is just around the corner, and we would like to see all our Mini-Churches participate in the Reach series. Mini-Church leaders can register their group online at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/Mini-Churches/lead. We are excited to see all that the Lord has in store for your Mini-Church! BRIC (over 50)Contact Bob at bchofstra@gmail.com For BRIC events, see the Dyer section of this publication for event listing. ● STUDENTS

Beecher 180 (6th–12th grade)Friday, 6:30 pmContact:studentsbeecher@faithchurchonline.orgMeets 1st & 3rd Fridays

● CARE

Faith Family Market 1st & 3rd Thursday, 6-7 pm(No appointment needed)Contact Rachel at rmalkowski@faithchurchonline.org Check the grocery cart in the entryway for a list of on-going FFM needs.

BEECHER CARE TEAM is now able to assist those who are ill, hospital-ized, have a new baby, experience a death in the family or have other needs. This Care Team desires to serve our church family during diffi-cult times. Contact Marietta Koster (708.258.6450) or Leanne at lmast@faithchurchonline.org if this team can be of service to you.

● CLASSES & EVENTS

Discovery Class Wednesday, Oct 8, 7 pm Contact Bonnie atbwitvoet@faithchurchonline.org

Trunk Or Treat October 25Trunk or Treat will be held in co-operation with the Beecher Youth Commission on October 25. Watch the weekend program for details and ways that you can serve at this event.

SERVEThere are many ways for you to get involved at Faith-Beecher. Contact the following team leaders for more information or if you’d like to serve on one of these teams:

Faith Kids-Contact Leah at lprairie@faithchurchonline.org or Rachel at rmalkowski@faithchurchonline.org

Security Team or Frontline Team – Contact Sharla at slings6@att.net

The Vine Bookstore – Contact Patti at shepard_rp@netzero.com

Prayer Team – Contact Bob at backhoe1957@gmail.com

TAG or Worship Team – Contact Craig at cslings@faithchurchonline.org

Coffee Service – Contact John at jcplug@juno.com

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CEDAR LAKEWORSHIPCedar Lake Ministries13701 Lauerman StreetCedar Lake, IN 46303

Faith Church-Cedar Lake

Service TimesSunday, 9 & 10:30 am*Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advanced request.reflectors@faithchurchonline.org

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

CONNECT● WOMEN

Bible/Book Study - The Best Yes, by Lysa TerkeurstTuesday, 7 pm - CACContact Karla Weemhoff at kweemhoff@faithchurchonline.orgIn this six-session study Lysa will help you and your group:

- Cure the disease to please with a biblical understanding of the command to love.

- Escape the guilt of disappointing others by learning the secret of the small no.

- Overcome the agony of hard choices by embracing a wisdom based decision-making process.

- Rise above the rush of endless demands and discover your best yes today.

Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday

Anointed, Transformed, Redeemed Wed, 9:30 am - CAC Contact Cindy at clpo959@yahoo.com This is a 6-week study beginning Oct 15.Meets weekly

MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers(Infant through Kindergarten)Tuesday, 6:30 pm - CACContact Angela at ablocker18@hotmail.comMeets 1st & 3rd Tuesday

● MEN

Bible StudySaturday, 6:30-8:30 am – CACContact Greg at gpekny@att.netMeets the 1st & 3rd Saturday

Bible/Book Study – Authentic, by James McDonaldWednesday, 6:30-8:30 pm – space next door to the CACContact Matt atmdlenting@sbcglobal.netMeets the 2nd & 4th Wednesday

● ADULTS (MEN & WOMEN)

Mini-ChurchesContact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.orgAre you looking to get connected to a Mini-Church for the Reach series? Check out the Faith Church Group Finder link at faithchurchonline.org. Log into MyFaith and select “Find a Group.”

Mini-Church Group Registration Information:Attention current Mini-Church leaders! The church-wide fall series is just around the corner, and we would like to see all our Mini-Churches participate in the Reach series. Mini-Church lead-ers can register their group online at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/Mini-Churches/lead. We are excited to see all that the Lord has in store for your Mini-Church! ● STUDENTS

CL One80 (6th-12th grade)Wednesday, 6:30 pm - CACContact Jason at jasons@faithchurchonline.orgMeets weeklyStay up-to-date with us on Face-book & Instagram: facebook.com/CL180, instagram.com/CL180

● CARE

Faith Family MarketMondays, 10 am-noon - CAC(closed the 5th Monday)Contact Beckie at bhayes@faithchurchonline.orgThe Market is looking for someone to stock shelves at the CAC and also for an additional shopper to purchase items for the FFM. If this is a way you’d like to serve, contact Beckie.

Reflectors MinistrySundays, 9 & 10:30 am Contact Samantha at s.evenhouse@yahoo.comThis 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.

SERVEFrontline: We believe it is important that each person who comes on a weekend feels welcome. Do you have the gift of making people feel welcome and included? Please consider joining the Frontline team and serve in greeting, the Welcome Center, or Security. Contact Harrison at hburgett@faithchurchonline.org

Free Lunch: We serve a free lunch at the CAC on the last Saturday of every month. If your Mini-Church or group of friends would be interested in helping, please contact May at 4evr-jong@comcast.net.

Worship: We are looking for instru-mentalists. If you play Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keyboard, Piano, or some-thing a little more funky (AT ANY LEVEL) and are interested in learning more about the worship team, talk to Jason before/after a weekend service.

Kids Hope USA:Would you like to change a life? Kids Hope USA is in need of mentors for at-risk kids. The Cedar Lake cam-pus serves the children of MacArthur Elementary School. If you are inter-ested or want to know more, contact Jennifer at jlerose@faithchurchonline.org.

DYERWORSHIP100 81st AvenueDyer, IN 46311

Service TimesSaturday, 6 pmSunday, 9 & 11 am*Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request.reflectors@faithchurchonline.org

The GatheringWednesdays Dinner, 5:30 pm Worship, 6:30 pm - The Well

FaithChurchOnline

Faith Kids Worship(Infant - 5th Grade)Saturday, 6 pmSunday, 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

Faith StitchersThursday, 1 pm – Room 140Contact Carol Walters708.367.0283We knit & crochet for those in need. All are welcome.Meets the 2nd Thursday (Sep-May)

Card ConnectionThursday, 6:30 pm – Room 141Contact Paula at randpnovak@comcast.netMeets the 1st Thursday to make cards for the Faith Church family.

Courageous Love Monday, 7 pmGarage Prayer RoomContact Karyn at kjustice@faithchurchonline.orgThis confidential ministry provides

love and encouragement to moms of gay and/or lesbian children. Meets the 3rd Monday

Women’s Bible Studies

EstherMondays, 9 am – Room 143Sep 8-Oct 27Contact April Rodriguez aprilovegod@gmail.comMeets weekly

John-Living Beyond the Ordinary Tuesdays, 9:30 am - Room 141Sep 9-Dec 16Contact Teri Everstlevers@aol.comMeets weekly

Children of the Day (study of I & II Thessalonians)Tuesdays, 9:15 am - Room 143Sep 30-Nov 25Contact Denise VanRyndjvanryn@comcast.netMeets weekly

ForgivenessBreaking the Power of the PastTuesdays, 9:30 am - Room 127Sep 16-Oct 28 Contact Kathy Raekathyrae@rocketmail.comMeets weekly

MomsNation

MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten)

*Visit faithchurchonline.org/con-nect/ministries/momsnation for exact meetings dates for each group.

Thursday Morning MOPS9 am – AtriumContact Becky Haak atmopsdyeram@faithchurchonline.org

Friday Morning MOPS9 am – AtriumContact Becky Haak atmopsdyeram@faithchurchonline.org

Evening MOPS6:30 pm– Room 144/145Contact Cherilyn Klompeveningmops@faithchurchonline.org

Moms in the Middle (Moms with 1st-12th graders)Wednesday, 9 am – Room 144/145Contact Jane Gutierrezmitmdyer@faithchurchonline.orgMeets every other week

Moms of Empty Nests (Moms with late high school to adult children)Monday, 6:30 pm – Room 144/145Contact Debbie Victorsonemptynests@faithchurchonline.org

● 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 Studies

Thursdays, 6:30 pm - Room 147Contact Glen at glenwiersema@yahoo.comMeets the 1st & 3rd Thursday

Thursdays, 7 pm - Room 141Contact Dante atmenoffaith@faithchurchonline.orgMeets the 2nd & 4th Thursday

Saturdays, 6:30 am - The GarageContact Dante at menoffaith@faithchurchonline.orgMeets 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Saturday

● ADULTS (Men & Women)

CatalystThursdays in the Worship Center7 pm-Service | 8 pm-Small GroupsContact Ben at benk@faithchurchonline.orgCatalyst is the young adults ministry of Faith Church serving the 18-30 somethings of our church and region.

NWI Singles of Faith Tuesdays, 7-8:30 pm Meets at Faith Highland - Room 201Contact Sandy Reitsma nwisinglesoffaith@yahoo.comThis 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

One Marriage | One Night | One Clear Path Monday, 6:30 pm – AtriumContact marriages@faithchurchonline.orgMeets weekly beginning September 29 for all married couples-enriching and repairing marriage.No registration required.

Mini-Churches Contact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org

Mini-Church Group Registration Information:Attention current Mini-Church leaders! The church-wide fall se-ries is just around the corner, and we would like to see all our Mini-Churches participate in the Reach series. Mini-Church lead-ers can register their group online at: faithchurchonline.org. We are excited to see all that the Lord has in store for your Mini-Church! BRIC (Over 50)Contact Chris at 708.269.0266Pizza & Game NightFriday, Oct 24, 5:30 pmCost: $5Sign up deadline: Oct 12

Christmas Event Friday, Dec 5, depart Dyer at 12:15 pmCost: $60/personSign up deadline: Oct 19

● STUDENTS

Student Ministries All CampusWorship Night - Faith Dyer Sunday, Nov 23, 5-8:30 pm All middle school and high school students and their families from all seven Faith church sites will gather together for a time of worship, community, and relevant teaching

Our calendars, event details, and online sign-ups can be found at faithchurchstudents.com. Look for regular updates on Facebook at “Faith Crossroads” and “Faith 180.”

Crossroads (High School)Sunday, 6-8:30 pm-the Garage Contact Tory at tpaino@faithchurchonline.orgMeets weekly

NWI Youth SummitSunday, Oct 19, 2-9 pmCedar Lake Ministries. Registration information is online. 180 (6th–8th grade)Wednesday, 6:30 pm - the GarageJuice Bar opens at 5:30 pmContact Dave at daveg@faithchurchonline.orgMeets weekly

Calendar Oct 1 - LOL Comedy Night with Chick Fil-A; cost for dinner is $5

Oct 8 - Parent Night - (parents meet with huddle leaders from 7:45-8:30 pm)

Drop-Ins Fridays, 7-9 pm Dave’s House

Oct 3 - 7th graders

Oct 10 - 6th graders

Fall Retreat - Oct 24-26Register online

● CARE

Our HopeTuesday, 7-9 pm - Prayer RoomContact Jeri at jeri.darchuck@tecmungo.comGrief support group for womenMeets 1st & 3rd Tuesday

Divorce CareTuesday, 7 pm – Clubhouse RoomContact Charlie at 219.374.6041Meets weekly

Celebrate RecoveryTuesday, 7-9 pm - The GarageContact Jim at celebraterecovery@faithchurchonline.orgCelebrate Recovery is open to everyone on Tuesday nights as a place of rescue, restoration, safety, and renewal for those seeking God’s healing of life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits.

Celebration StationTuesday, 6:45-9 pmFarm/Jungle RoomContact Kim at kgfollmar@sbcglobal.netCelebration Station is designed for kids 5 to 13 years old whose parents attend one of the care groups on Tuesday. We hope to make Jesus the foundation of their lives, break cycles of dysfunction, and join their parents in forgiveness and healing.

Faith Family MarketSunday, 8:30 am-12 noonRoom 128Contact Kelly at: kellym0503700@aol.comThe Market provides assistance to those who have grocery needs. Open the 2nd & 4th Sunday

ReflectorsSundays, 11 am-12 noon - Rooms 140-143Contact Vinnie at vadams@faithchurchonline.org

Room 140/141 children ages 3-12

Room 142/143 Teens/Adults (ages 13 & up)

These classrooms function similar to a Special Education Classroom. Typical elements include: modified Bible lessons, crafts, games, singing, and other interactive activities.

Quiet Family Space (during weekend services) Rooms 144 & 145At any weekend service at the Dyer Campus, there are secluded living rooms available for families that need a quiet, private space to worship. The service is streamed through a television in these rooms.

Respite ProgramSaturday, Oct 11, 9 am-12 noonThis is a 3 hour program of fun activities for individuals with special needs of all ages (and their siblings). RSVP online atreflectorsministry.org

Parent Support GroupSaturday, Oct 11, 9:15 am-10:30 amThis month’s speaker is Sherry Riemersma-Luke. Sherry is a special education teacher at Elim Christian School. RSVP online atreflectorsministry.org.

Teens & Adults “Western” Social NightFriday, October 3, 6:30 pm We will be celebrating our next social cowboy style. Food, fellowship, music, and more! RSVP online at reflectorsministry.org.

Fresh HopeWednesday, 7 pm - Faith Highland Beginning Nov 5Contact freshhope@faithchurchonline.orgFresh Hope is our new Mental Health Support Group. This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends).

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● HEALTH & WELLNESS

Faithfully FitMonday, Wednesday & Friday, 5:15-6:15 am - AtriumContact Ray at rtambrini@comcast.netFitness class for men and women (aerobic interval training)

12.1 Running ClubSaturdays, 6:30 am Erie Lackawanna Trail, Highland (Ridge & Kennedy Ave)Contact Louie & Mary at cioe@sbcglobal.netPlease pray for those of us who will be participating in the full marathon on Sunday, Oct 12.

● CLASSES & EVENTS

50 Years of Faith Documentary Wed, Oct 8 at 6:30 pm - AtriumCome and watch this 45 minute version celebrating the first 50 years of Faith Church.

Beginners Sign Language Class Tuesday, 6-7 pm - Clubhouse Room Starts Oct 16Register at reflectorsministry.orgThis is for anyone of any age who would like to learn sign language. This will be a 3 month class going over basic signs.

Baptism Class Sunday, Oct 19 at 9 am Room 127Contact Bonnie at bzegers@faithchurchonline.orgThis class is for parents requesting baptism for their infant/child. Sign up at faithchurchonline.org. For adult baptism attend the Discovery Class.

Blood Drive - Coach in Parking Lot Sunday, Oct 19, 8:30 am-12:30 pmContact Bonnie at bpeterson@faithchurchonline.orgSign up at faithchurchonline.org.Photo ID is required at the time you give blood.

Gobbler Classic Thursday, Nov 276:30 am check-in; 7 am startContact Bethany at bethanyv@faithchurchonline.orgAll proceeds go to various local food banks. Register online for the early bird rate of $20/person through the end of Oct or $25 from Nov 1-21. Walk up registration the day of the event is $30.

SERVEKids Hope USA Would you like to change a life? Kids Hope USA is in need of men-tors for at-risk kids. Children are paired with a caring church member who serves as their mentor. The Dyer campus serves the children of Bibich Elementary School. If you are interested or want to know more, contact Jennifer LeRose at jlerose@faithchurchonline.org.

AMAZIIt’s coming...sooner than you think! Amazi Craft Fair will be here Nov 15, 2014. Do you like to make crafts? Do you like to bake? Well, then we want you! All proceeds from the fair will be used for clean water (Amazi) in Africa. If you are interested in donating baked goods or serving the day of the event, contact us at amazicraftfair@gmail.com formore info.

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

Faith Church-Hammond

Service TimeSunday, 10 am

*Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advance request.reflectors@faithchurchonline.org

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

CONNECT● WOMEN

Book Study - Diamonds in the RoughThursday, 6:30 pm - HACContact Audrey at avanvuren@faithchurchonline.orgWe are a diverse group of ladies that gather to study God’s word. Please join us.Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday

● MEN

Bible StudySaturdays, 7-8:30 am - HACContact Tim at famforhim@comcast.netMeets the 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 4th Satur-day

● ADULTS (Men & Women)

Mini-ChurchesContact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org

Mini-Church Group Registration Information:Attention current Mini-Church leaders! The church-wide fall series is just around the corner, and we would like to see all our Mini-Churches participate in the Reach series. Mini-Church leaders can register their group online at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/Mini-Churches/lead. We are excited to see all that the Lord has is store for your Mini-Church!

Mini-ChurchTuesdays, 7 pmContact Randy at farmerrg@hotmail.com

BRIC (over 50)Contact Dick & Carol Seifertseifert9300@sbcglobal.netFor BRIC events, see the Dyer section of this publication for event listings.

● CARE

Reflectors MinistryEvery Sunday, 10 amContact Marianne at mheenigenburg@gmail.comThe Reflectors Ministry exists to help people with any disability grow in their relationship with Jesus at their own level and to be included in the church community. Kids Worship buddies and prayer partners are available to help make church more accessible to them and their caregivers. To sign up for these services, please see the Reflectors’ Host at the Welcome Table.

Prayer MinistrySundays, before and after serviceContact Bob at rjeenigenburg@gmail.comIf you have needs, concerns, wor-ries, praises, or thanksgivings, there are people in the prayer room who will be glad to offer prayers to the Lord for you.

Faith Family MarketSundays, 11:30 am - 1 pm - HAC Contact Randy at farmerrg@hotmail.comThe Market is available to all members and attenders of Faith Hammond. The Market provides assistance to those needing help with their grocery needs. Open the 1st & 3rd Sunday

Celebrate RecoveryFriday, 7-9 pmContact Jim at jrpaglis@yahoo.com 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 of life’s hurts, hang-ups, and habits. First Friday meets at the Highland Campus; 2nd, 3rd & 4th Friday meets at the HAC

● Classes & Events

Discovery Class Sunday, Oct 12, 3 pm - HAC Contact Bonnie atbwitvoet@faithchurchonline.org The Discovery class is your pathway to membership at Faith Church. It’s also an excellent way to learn about our core values, our church struc-ture, and the Christian principles on which we are founded. Sign up and download the pre-class booklet from the home page of the website.

Shared BlessingsSaturday, Oct 4, 9 am - HACContact Kristi at pruimtime@att.net

Community Art ShowSaturday, Oct 4, 6:30 pm - HAC“Dear Protagonist” features the art of Tim Lowly and Maggie Hubbard.Live music by “Baby Mountain.” Light refreshments will be served.

Story Painting Workshop (taught by artists Tim Lowly and Maggie Hubbard) Saturday, Oct 4, 1-3 pm All ages, tuition $5 Register at hammondartscenter.org

SERVEShared BlessingsContact Kristi atpruimtime1@att.net1st Saturday of every month

Kids Hope USAWould you like to change a life? Kids Hope USA is in need of mentors for at-risk kids. Children are paired with a caring church member who serves as their mentor. The mentor and child meet for one each week of the school year. Mentors spend time reading, playing games and being a “friend” to a child who needs one. The Hammond campus serves the children of Kenwood Elemen-tary School. If you are interested or want to know more, contact Jennifer LeRose at jlerose@faithchurchonline.org.

READING IS POWERFUL! READING IS LIFE! Looking for friendly faces to help read with the kids at Kenwood Elementary.Interested or want to know more? Contact Jennifer at jlerose@faithchurchonline.org

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highlandWORSHIP8910 Grace StreetHighland, IN 46322

Faith Church-Highland

Service TimesSunday, 9 & 11 am

* Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advanced request.reflectors@faithchurchonline.org

Faith Kids Worship (Infant - 5th grade)Sunday, 9 & 11 am

CONNECT● WOMEN

Bible Study – Gospel of MarkTuesdays, 9:30 am - Rm 101Contact Jean Vander Molen at 219.922.8113Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday

MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten)Tuesdays, 9 am – Great Room Contact Larissa VanderPol at 219.314.8704 or mopshigh@faithchurchonline.orgMOPS is for any mom of a child age infant through kindergarten who wants to connect with other moms. Our goal is to develop every mom as a woman, mother, and leader in her early stages of motherhood.Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday

● ADULTS (Men & Women)

Mini-ChurchesContact Anne at acontreras@faithchurchonline.org

Mini-Church Group Registration Information:Attention current Mini-Church leaders! The church-wide fall series is just around the corner, and we would like to see all our Mini-Churches participate in the Reach series. Mini-Church leaders can register their group online at:

faithchurchonline.org/connect/Mini-Churches/lead. We are excited to see all that the Lord has in store for your Mini-Church! NWI Singles of Faith Tuesdays, 7-8:30 pm - Room 201Contact Sandy Reitsma nwisinglesoffaith@yahoo.comThis ministry welcomes single and single-again Christian adults. We seek to serve adults who are single, widowed or divorced who are looking for like-minded Christians to share their beliefs and values, growing in Christ.Meets every week

BRIC(over 50) Contact Nan Govert nbgovert@aol.comFor BRIC events, see the Dyer section of this publication for event listings.

● STUDENTS

Vida-Student Ministries(6th-8th grade)Contact Deanne atvanrosendale@gmail.com

Encounter-Student Ministries (9th-12th grade)Contact Terry atkuiper5@comcast.net

● CARE

NA-The Grace Street Recovery Meeting of Narcotics AnonymousThursdays, 7-8:30 pm - Room 201Contact Rob Pettit 219-381-6768This is an open meeting where all are welcome, but only members are encouraged to speak.

OA-Overeaters AnonymousFriday, 10-11:30 am - Rm 101Contact Barb Russo at 219.742.3397Steps and Traditions study style with guest speakers every week.Meets every Friday

Fresh HopeWednesdays, 7 pm Meets at Faith HighlandLaunching Nov 5Contact freshhope@faithchurchonline.orgFresh Hope is our new Mental Health Support Group. This group is both for individuals who have a mental health challenge AND their loved ones (family members, close friends).

● HEALTH & WELLNESS

Fitness ClassMon, Wed & Fri, 9-10 am Great RoomContact Patty Oelberg at 312.699.7844Weight training for 50+ Bring your own weights; $3 per session.

Circuit ClassTuesdays, 6:30 pm – Great RoomContact Lisa at 219.227.8639Co-ed exercise class. $8 per session or $65/10 sessions.Meets weekly

● CLASSES & EVENTS

Boo Fest at Faith HighlandFriday, Oct 31, 5-7 pm Contact Lori at 219.838.6231Hot dogs, candy, photo booth, games and fun! Everyone is invited.

SCHERERVILLEWORSHIPThe Gym at Campagna Academy7403 Cline AvenueSchererville, IN 46375

Faith Church-Schererville

Service TimesSunday, 9 & 11 am

* Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advanced request.reflectors@faithchurchonline.org

Faith Kids Worship (Infant - 5th grade)Sunday, 9 & 11 am Join us in the Community Cafe after each service for free coffee and refreshments.

CONNECTALL AGESOpen Gym Night Every Wednesday 6-8 pmCome play basketball and get to know other Faith members. Access to a weight room is also available. The third Wednesday of each month we play volleyball instead of basket-ball. Enjoy refreshments after each session and listen to a life-change story about how God has worked. Childcare provided.

● WOMEN Bible Study (topics vary)Wednesday, 6:30 pm - Front RoomContact Kenna Walsh atkwalsh@faithchurchonline.org Come build community with other women.

● CARE

Prayer MinistryWednesday, 6 pmContact Terrence Pierce 219.718.1231Meets weekly AND before and after each Sunday service.

SERVEThere’s no better way to get to know each other than to serve together! We need people to serve in the following ministries:

Set up and Tear Down Team members typically serve 1 or 2 times per month on a set-up or tear-down shift. No technical experience is needed. Set-up is Saturday nights at 5:30 pm and tear-down is after the 11 am service on Sunday. Contact Joe Porter at jporter@mediaridge.com for more information. Faith Kids serves infants through 5th graders during both Sunday services. Volunteers build relationships with the kids while worshiping Jesus together. Join the team! For more information contact Selena Rich atsrich@faithchurchonline.org.

● CLASSES & EVENTS

Faith Schererville’s first annual FALL FROLICK!Saturday, Oct 18, 12-3 pmCounty Line OrchardContact Kenna at kwalsh@faithchurchonline.org

Bring a sack lunch and meet us by the picnic benches. Look for the yellow balloons. Pay for the attractions your family wants to participate in: apples, pumpkins, hayrides and more! Let’s get to know each other and enjoy fall together!

VALPARAISOWORSHIP1155 S. Sturdy RoadValparaiso, IN 46383

FaithValpo

Pre-Worship Prayer Huddle Everyone is invited to join us at 9:30 am on Sunday mornings in the Prayer Room to lift up our worship service, our leaders, our campus & our region.

Service TimeSunday, 10 am

*Interpretation for the deaf is available upon advanced request.reflectors@faithchurchonline.org

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 pmContact Jana at janajo8654@sbcglobal.netMeets 1st & 3rd Tuesday

MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers (Infant through Kindergarten)Thursdays, 6 pm - Lower Level Contact Kim Dranger atmopsvalpo@faithchurchonline.orgMeets 2nd & 4th Thursday

● MENOur desire is for men to become strong disciples of Christ in their homes, families, and workplaces.

Businessmen of Faith Valpo Thursday, 6:30 amRound the Clock RestaurantContact Pastor Brad at bhaitsma@faithchurchonline.orgCome together for fellowship, food,

and to be challenged to be a light in our communities. Meets the 1st Thursday

Men of FaithSaturday, 7 amUpstairs Adult ClassroomContact Bob at bob4gvn@gmail.comCommunity where men can come together to pray, read God’s Word, and journey through life’s struggles and celebrations together. Meets 2nd & 4th Saturday

● ADULTS (Men & Women)

Mini-Churches

Group Registration Information:Attention current Mini-Church leaders! The church-wide fall series is just around the corner, and we would like to see all our Mini-Churches participate in the Reach series. Mini-Church leaders can register their group online at: faithchurchonline.org/connect/Mini-Churches/lead. We are excited to see all that the Lord has in store for your Mini-Church!

● STUDENTSWatch the program for upcoming events.Contact Eric at jabaay3901@comcast.net

● CARE

Reflectors Ministry Sundays, 10 amContact Brent at alpsjack1@gmail.comKids 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 blessed by this ministry or if you have an interest in serving in this capacity.

● CLASSES & EVENTS

First Sunday November 2 at 11:45 am Please join us for an all-church lunch and bring a dish or dessert to share.

SERVEFaith Kids Worship volunteers are needed. Visit the Welcome Center or contact Jaime atjthompson@faithchurchonline.org.

Other serving teams looking for ad-ditional help: TAG, Frontline, Prayer Team and 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 bhaitsma@faithchurchonline.org.

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