Weekly Enewsletter
Issue 239, May 7, 2008
THIS WEEKEND
Space Invaders
May 10-11
Sometimes letting a friend invade your space is a good thing.
NEW COMMUNITY
Thursdays, 7 p.m.
This week, we'll be talking about how Salvation Means Transformation. Thursday night's service has a casual feel and more music, Bible study and church news.
ON THE BIG SCREENS
Friday, May 16, 6-11 p.m.
Whether you’re an experienced gamer or a newbie who wants to give it a try, don‘t miss this night of gaming on 43’ and 24’ screens. You must be 18 or older to attend. Test your skills in Halo 3, Guitar Hero 2, Call of Duty 4 and Wii Sports. Prizes will be awarded.
TURNING POINT
Starts May 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
If you’re ready to change the not-so-helpful patterns in your relationships and your behavior, come check out this group. Gain some insight into yourself and others as you learn to communicate effectively and establish safe boundaries.
REAL LIFE
MORE RECOMMENDED READING
Wonder what your pastors and other GCC staff have been reading? Check out a few of these books that you can add to your summer reading list and pick up in the GCC bookstore.
Mark Beeson: The Practice of the Presence of God
Sheila Beeson: A Voice in the Wind
Rob Wegner: Reasons for Faith
Mark Waltz: Now Discover Your Strengths
Dr. Bob Laurent: One Year NIV Bible
Kem Meyer: You Don't Need A Title To Be A Leader
GROUPS
Core Classes. Core Class 101, Saturday, May 17, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Classes 201-401, Monday, June 2, 5:30-10 p.m. What’s at the heart of GCC? What makes your heart beat faster? Find out by taking a Core Class. Class materials and a meal, $15.
Turning Point ALL STARS. In this 10-week session for kids (kindergarten – 5th grade), they’ll learn to work through difficult emotions and behavior. In order for your child to participate, a parent must also attend Turning Point (for adults) held at the same time. Cost is $20 and starts Tuesday, May 13, 6:30-8 p.m.
Starting Point. A comfortable way to experience group life for six weeks. Get to know some people and explore your faith. Monday, July 21, 6:30-8:30 p.m. [This session will be for married individuals.]
VOLUNTEER
Second Saturday. Saturday, May 10, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Show up and choose from different serving options. There will be kid-friendly opportunities, too. If you live in Marshall county, meet in Plymouth at the Plymouth Hospital Meeting Room.
Outside these walls. We invest a lot to make GCC a safe place for people to learn they matter to God. But did you know the church has left the building? We’re out there, in the thick of it, across town and around the world. Check out opportunities to get out there and get involved.
MORE NEXT STEPS
MERGE. We’re 18-25. Post-high school. Pre-family. If you’ve decided to follow Christ and are trying to figure out what that looks like, come to MERGE. Next gathering: Monday, May 12, 7:30 p.m.