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Dear Christian Center Family,
Once again, evenings are getting cooler, days are getting shorter, and fall is upon us. With each changing of the season, we have the opportunity to make changes in our lives, and in the things we prioritize. Are there some changes you need to make this fall?
Are you looking to expand the friendships you enjoy at this church? Are you looking for some new experiences and some new challenges in your life? Are you wanting to know God more intimately, and pursue Him more passionately?
If you answer yes to any of these questions, one avenue for you to explore is small groups here at Christian Center. We have a variety of options for you to investigate, and this guide is a great starting place. From Discipleship Path classes and seminars on topics like parenting, and finances, to activities for and with kids, to ministry groups like choir and tech arts, to Bible studies in homes, there is a place for you!
We are excited about the launch of some new home groups to coincide with our Nehemiah study Sunday mornings beginning in October. Be watching for options to open up as Fall gets into full swing.
As always, our Christmas musical, The Christmas Post , gives us plenty of choices of service as we welcome our community into our church building.
Don’t let the snowflakes of winter fly without making some of the changes in your life that will encourage you to grow in full devotion to Jesus and the people of Christian Center!
Call me to get connected!
Mary Kay, 752-6428 ext. 241
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| | THE DISCIPLESHIP PATH
The Discipleship Path is designed to get you toward the goal of becoming a fully devoted follower of Jesus. Enjoy the journey as you travel with others along the Path that leads to life.
SUNDAY
10:45 AM
EXILED
Israel has been defeated by the Babylonians and its survivors have been taken to Babylon where they will spend the next 70 years. What was it like there? Did they learn to worship God? How were they treated? Did they influence their captors? We will dig out the answers to these questions from the books of Daniel and Esther, where we will also study some of the Bible’s most important teaching on the end times. Come join us for an exciting study of Daniel and Esther.
Dates: September 12 - November 28
Teacher: Dick Bishop
Location: Room 101
TUESDAY
9 - 11 AM
TO LIVE IS CHRIST by Beth Moore (women only)
Join Beth on a journey into the life and heart of Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles, who served faithfully and loved heartily. More than any other person, Paul provides us an example of sold-out servanthood. Paul shows us how to live fully as a bond servant to Christ and you will feel the challenge to follow Paul's example just as he followed the example of Christ.
Dates: September 14 - November 23
Facilitator: Eunice Catlett
Cost: $20
Location: Activity Center
HE LEADS ME BESIDE STILL WATERS by Steve Gallagher (women only)
The book of Psalms is a treasure chest of the most profound interactions between devoted followers and a loving, caring God...No other portion of Scripture is so capable of ushering the hungry/thirsty soul into the presence of God as this compilation of ancient Hebrew songs.
Dates: September 14 - November 30
Teacher: Susie Sullivan
Cost: $15
Location: 003
COME THIRSTY by Max Lucado (women only)
We are busy people. Burdened people. Burned-out people. We need to take a walk by the still waters and drink deeply of the Lord’s comfort, rest, and refreshment. Are you ready to receive what your soul longs for? This is a study on the acrostic WELL: Work, Energy, Lordship and Love.
Dates: September 14 - October 19
Facilitator: Carolyn Bishop
Cost: $20 (includes two books)
Location: 002
WEDNESDAY
5:45 - 7 PM
BECOMING A LOVE AND LOGIC PARENT
This parenting course is designed to help you find specific answers and actions for some of those difficult moments in child rearing. These simple techniques are effective with all children, from toddlers to teens. Love allows children to grow through their mistakes. Logic allows them to live with the consequences of their choices.
Dates: September 8 - November 10
Facilitator: Teri Dierenfield
Cost: $12 (per family)
Location: 101W
HE LEADS ME BESIDE STILL WATERS by Steve Gallagher (women only)
The book of Psalms is a treasure chest of the most profound interactions between devoted men and a loving ,caring God...No other portion of Scripture is so capable of ushering the hungry/thirsty soul into the presence of God as this compilation of ancient Hebrew songs.
Dates: September 8 - December 1
Teacher: Susie Sullivan
Cost: $15
Location: 101E
7 - 8:30 PM
CHARACTERS WELCOME!
We will be studying well-known and not so well-known characters from both the Old and New Testaments as we gather each Wednesday evening. Studies will be discovery and discussion oriented. Please participate with us - characters welcome!
Dates: September 8 - December 15
Facilitator: Mary Kay Wilson
Location: 101W
SOUL CARE by Mindy Caliguire (women only)
“Soul Care. It is designed to be a simple, but not simplistic guide to maintaining or recovering the life and health of your soul, that essential personhood created by God as You. To do that, we will do assessments to discern the current health of your soul. We’ll reflect on why your soul health matters so much. Finally, we’ll explore practical ways to restore life and vitality to your soul one step at a time through authentic connection with God as Father, Son and Spirit.
Dates: September 8 - 29
Facilitator: Jeannie Schelling
Cost: $10
Location: 101E
DIVORCE CARE for Men and Women
Divorce Care can assist you to deal with the pain of separation and divorce. At Divorce Care, you can become part of a small support group of people who may also be experiencing the same challenges of separation and divorce. Each session is "self-contained," and you continue through the next 13-week cycle to view any of the topics you have not seen.
Every Wednesday
Locations: Women – Mother's Room
Men – Room A100
OTHER CLASSES
NEW BELIEVERS CLASS
A class with Pastor John and Carey for beginning believers who have made a commitment to Christ in the past few months. The teaching will include the important lifestyle decisions necessary to grow in your relationship with the Lord. Lunch and childcare provided.
Date: October 17, 12:30-3:00 pm
Location: Conference Center
NEW BELIEVER MENTORING
Have you recently become a believer? Do you need some direction in studying the Bible, have some questions that you've always wanted to ask , o r just need a little help in growing in your relationship with Jesus? This is the perfect place for you! We can set up a time to meet on Sunday before or after a service, or perhaps another day of the week ...for a relaxed, one on one session or two to help you on your way.
By Appointment. Contact: Linda, 257-2636, or Phil, 257-1334
MEMBERSHIP
A class with Pastor John and Carey for church attenders to raise the bar of commitment in their spiritual journey here at Christian Center. The teaching will include who we are as a local church, where we’re going, and how we’re going to get there. Lunch and childcare provided.
Date: October 24; 12:30-4:00 PM
Location: Conference Center
SEMINAR
GOOD SENSE BUDGET SEMINAR
Experience the joy of becoming financially faithful as well as financially free . Learn and develop a financial plan with Godly principles. Workbook $15.
Date: TBA
Teacher: Howard Sabestinas, 752-6426
Location: Room 008
CHILDREN ~ EPIC KIDS AVENTURES
Link to Children's Ministry page / children@kalispellchristiancenter.org
Pastor Jason Morgan, 752-6428 ext. 239
Admin Assistant Jamie Compton, 752-6426 ext. 238
THE TRAILHEAD
The Trailhead is our Children's Information Station. It provides a central location for families to pick up information and get answers to their questions about Epic Kids Adventures. It also provides a place for our volunteer teachers and helpers to check in and be equipped.
Get involved. Join us as we strive to "equip, encourage and explain"!
You can find your way around Epic Kids Adventures easily by the signs over each of the classroom doors: RED = Sunday; BLUE = Wednesday; PURPLE = Room Number
SUNDAYS: 9:00 & 11:00 am
EPIC NURSERY: Trail B2 (Nursery Care Ages 0-2)
We have an amazing staff that will care for infants so that their parents can enjoy any of the many opportunities to be involved in at Christian Center.
Please sign in your child at the nursery counter to receive an adhesive three-part tag to identify your child and their belongings. You will also receive a pager, which will allow the nursery staff to contact you at any time and ensure pick up privileges.
EPIC CHILDRENS: Trail 2K (Ages 2-Kindergarten)
These classes are located in the Epic Kids Adventure Hallways (formerly known as Promiseland). Our dedicated teachers will guide the children through an interactive curriculum and worship geared towards their age level.
Please sign in your child at the Trailhead to receive an adhesive three-part tag to identify your child and their belongings. You may also receive a pager or number, which will allow the Children’s staff to contact you at any time and ensure pick up privileges.
EPIC KIDS: Trail 15 (1st – 5th Graders)
Our dedicated Epic Kids church volunteers energetically interact with students through engaging worship, exciting messages, interactive small groups and more.
Please sign in you Kid at the registration table in front of the Activity Center at both the 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM services. You may come in to pick your kids up any time after services are dismissed and receive the weekly take-home family devotions that bring the message home.
WEDNESDAYS:
4:15 - 5:30 pm
KIDS CHOIR
Kids Choir will resume on Wednesday, September 22, 4:15 in the Choir Room. Open to kids 2nd - 6th grade.
5:45 - 7:00 pm
Pre-School: for boys and girls two years prior to kindergarten.
Rainbows I – Boys and girls who are two school years away from beginning Kindergarten, Room D
Rainbows II – Boys and girls who are one school year away from beginning Kindergarten, Room B
M6 Girls Club: Kids club for girls. Teaches young girls the importance of their relationship with God through various activities and times of sharing and learning. M6 Girls Clubs is divided into the following levels:
Daisies - Kindergarten: Room A
Prims 1 - 1st grade: Room G
Prims 2 - 2nd grade: Room H
Stars 3rd grade: Room 007
Stars 4th grade: Room 006
Stars 5th grade: Room 004
Friends - 6th-8th grade: Room 005
Learn more about M6 Girls Club. (off-site)
Royal Rangers: Kids club for boys. Teaches young boys the fundamentals of life with an outdoor emphasis. It teaches the importance of a relationship with God as well as an appreciation for nature. Royal Rangers is divided into the following levels:
Ranger Kids - Kindergarten-2nd grade: Room 008
Discovery Rangers - 3rd-5th grade: Room 002
Adventure Rangers - 6th-8th grade: Room 003
Learn more about Royal Rangers. (off-site)
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CHILDREN'S EVENTS
FAMILY THEME NIGHTS
Designed to bring the families of our church closer to God, to each other, and to other families. Examples include movie nights, games & activities.
HALLOWEEN ALTERNATIVE
Designed to provide a safe, fun place for kids and their families to be together. Details forthcoming.
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IMPACT YOUTH MINISTRIES
Link to Impact Youth Ministries page
Middle School - Pastor James, 752-6428 x271, jshaw@kalispellchristiancenter.org
High School - Pastor Jason, 752-6428 x270, jbishop@kalispellchristiancenter.org
Bringing Hope to Our Generation
At Impact Youth Ministries our goal is to train students to ignite a love for Christ (Worship), to integrate people into Christ’s community (Fellowship), to inscribe Christ’s heart into mine (Discipleship), to immerse into the life of Christ (Ministry), to illuminate Christ to everyone (Evangelism).
SUNDAY
Definition Middle School / High School
Pastor Jon Shaw, 752-6428 ext. 271, Pastor Jason, 752-6428 ext. 270
A small group Bible study/leadership practicum. Students in grades 6-8 meet in the Youth Center (105) and grades 9-12 meet in the high school room (001) at 9:30 am.
High School Worship Team
Ray, 799-8967
1:00 PM in Room 001.
Bible Quiz
Thad, 857-2219, Doryce, 249-7556
We are planning some different meeting times to accommodate more schedules and increase participation. Please call Thad or Doryce for dates and times. A discipleship program for grades 6 - 12. We memorize a book of the New Testament each year and compete every other month against other churches in the state. Sept - May.
Leadership Opportunities:
Core (Student Leadership Team for Youth Ministry)
T-28 (Adult Leadership Team for High School)
impart (Adult Leadership Team for Middle School)
Please contact Pastors Jason or Jon for specific dates, times and locations. An application is required and available at the youth pastors’ offices or download and application at generationimpact.org.
TUESDAY
Middle School Worship Team
Pastor Jon Shaw, 752-6428 ext 271
4:00 PM in Activity Center.
WEDNESDAY
Friends (girls only)
Jamie Compton , 752-6426 ext. 238
5:45 - 7:00 pm Room 005. Grades 6-8. Friends teaches young girls the importance of their relationship with God through various activities.
Tech/Media Team
High School: Chris, 249-8877
Middle School: Pastor Jon Shaw, 752-6428 ext. 271
6:00-8:30 PM. Contact Chris or Pastor Jon for location. Are you interested in helping with sound, lights or video? Any age welcome.
Prayer Time
Pastor Jason, 752-6428 ext. 270
5:45 - 6:15 PM, Youth Center. Grades 6-12 prayer time for the youth gatherings.
Bible Quiz
Thad, 857-2219, Doryce, 249-7556
We are planning some different meeting times to accommodate more schedules and increase participation. Please call Thad or Doryce for dates and times. A discipleship program for grades 6 - 12. We memorize a book of the New Testament each year and compete every other month against other churches in the state. Sept - May.
MS impact Gathering
Pastor Jon Shaw, 752-6428 ext. 271
7:00 PM in the Activity Center. This is our main weekly event for middle school. A time of worship, fellowship, and hearing God’s Word.
HS impact Gathering
Pastor Jason, 752-6428 ext. 270
7:00 PM in 001. This is our main weekly event for high school. An interactive time of worship, fellowship, and hearing God’s Word.
Small Groups
Following worship during Impact Gathering.
Middle School: Every Wednesday.
High School: First Wednesday of every month. Other weeks may have times to connect with small groups after service. These groups also meet once a month for fellowship outside of service times. DIG Night : Second and third Wednesday of every month (high school), 20 minutes of discussion with your small group.
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MINISTRY GROUPS
ministry@kalispellchristiancenter.org
Mary Kay, 752-6428 x241
Each Fall we have a great opportunity to welcome back those ministries that take a break during the summer months, and this is an excellent time to give a new ministry a try .
There are some exciting things happening in the Epic Kids Adventures, which you will immediately notice if you walk down the hallways. Pastor Jason Morgan and his team have been hard at work to makeover the children’s wing of the church, and they would love to have you join them in ministering to these incredible boys and girls.
Ministry opportunities exist for Sunday services, ranging from parking lot greeters to ushers and cd ministry to the welcome center. The tech arts team of the church is always eager to train you for ministry during our Sunday morning gatherings, so please don’t let tech things intimidate you.
Adopt-a-Block is our Christian Center answer to meeting tangible needs in neighborhoods around Kalispell, and they would love to have you join them in partnership this year.
Take a chance this Fall to try something new. You will learn more about how God has wired you for ministry and service, you will meet some great folks, and you will have an opportunity to bless others as you give of your time, talents and resources.
Call me to make that next step into ministry!
Mary Kay
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HOME GROUPS
Mary Kay 752-6428 ext. 241 or discipleship@kalispellchristiancenter.org
Stay tuned for more information
and sign-ups for home groups!
Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, being in relationship with others is vital for your spiritual growth . From getting together with others as you explore the claims of Scripture, to gathering with others to develop relationships while studying together, Christian Center’s home groups and gatherings provide a place for you to grow in your journey.
There are a variety of locations around the valley where people meet weekly to discuss the Sunday message, or some other passage from scripture. We will be launching some new groups as we begin our study Sunday mornings in the book of Nehemiah this October. Begin planning now how you can attend this vital, weekly opportunity to grow up in your faith.
To learn about existing groups or how to start your own this fall, please call Mary Kay Wilson, 752-6428 ext. 241
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ADOPT A BLOCK
office@kalispellchristiancenter.org
Pastor Jason Bishop, 752-6428 ext. 270, Doryce, 249-7556
Adopt A Block Needs You!
Purpose and Vision: Bringing hope, one block at a time, by loving God and bringing His love to people. Motto: From His to Ours to Theirs
On-going food drive for non-perishable and frozen items. Look for the barrels in both lobbies. Please check the “I Need, You Have” board weekly for dates and more info. Located in the Activity Center Lobby.
Where can you fit in? We meet two Saturdays each month from 10:00 AM -12:30 PM. We start in Room 001 for prayer and planning, then go out into the community as a group. We need: Block Leaders, Team Members, Volunteers and Resource Management.
LEARN MORE.
SENIORS
office@kalispellchristiancenter.org
Pastor Weaver, 752-6426
WEDNESDAY
In-Touch Luncheon
A lunch for Senior Adults the 2nd Wednesday of each month, 12:00 Noon in the Activity Center Lobby.
THURSDAY
Seniors’ Bible Study
Starts Sept. 9 at 2pm at the Gateway Village Apartment Complex - Community Room on Two-Mile Drive. Studying Romans 9:1.
COMING SOON
New Horizons Band
Eileen, 257-1790
Begins Wednesday, Sept. 15 from 9:30 - 11:00 AM in room 008. Evening rehearsal time to be announced. Open to senior adults 50-90+ years old with little to no experience playing a musical instrument. Trying new things keeps you young and enjoying life!
RESTORATION GROUPS
Church Office, 752-6426 or discipleship@kalispellchristiancenter.org
Restoration Groups are accountability groups that can provide a safe place to share your experiences, strengths, and hopes with others who are going through a Christ-Centered restoration process.
WEDNESDAY
Divorce Care
Divorce Care is a small group for people who are experiencing separation or divorce. In your time together you'll learn that there are others who understand what you are feeling and will be able to offer you hope and encouragement.
Men: Reno , 261-4150,
7:00-8:15 PM in Room A100
Women: Carey, 752-6428 ext. 227, 7:00-8:15 PM in Mother’s Room
THURSDAY
Restoration from Addictions, Room 008, Chris, 253-1633
7:00 PM. A Christ-Centered men's accountability group which can provide you with a safe place to share your experiences, strengths and hopes with others that are going through a Christ-Centered accountability process. We minister in the areas of chemical dependency, gambling, anger, and physical/emotional abuse.
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MEN'S MINISTRY
Link to Men's Ministry page / men@kalispellchristiancenter.org
Men’s Ministry has new momentum behind the vision and we’d like to round you up for it. Please consider the following options and let us know how you’d like to be involved.
TUESDAY
Bible Study and Prayer, Room A100, Pastor Weaver, 752-6426
6:30-7:30 AM
THURSDAY
Restoration from Addictions, Room 008, Chris, 253-1633
7:00 PM. A Christ-Centered men's accountability group which can provide you with a safe place to share your experiences, strengths and hopes with others that are going through a Christ-Centered accountability process. We minister in the areas of chemical dependency, gambling, anger, and physical/emotional abuse.
COLLEGE AND CAREER
If you are a young adult, married or single, join us on Friday evenings at 7:00 PM at Ivan & Debbie Petersen’s home in Columbia Falls. For more information and directions, call Ivan & Debbie at 471-7408 or 892-0465. deb_petersen@msn.com LEARN MORE.
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WOMEN'S MINISTRY
Link to Women's Ministries page / women@kalispellchristiancenter.org
What’s Happening for CCWomen’s: (our NEW theme...)
Thirsty?
“I Thirst for God, the living God” Psalm 42:2
Allow His extravagant grace to quench your sin-parched soul…
Allow His unfailing love to saturate your fearful, dehydrated heart…
Allow His perfect peace to flood your troubled, arid thoughts…
Allow His unending love to drench your weary, burnt-out strength...
BIBLE STUDIES
TUESDAYS ~ 9 - 11 am
TO LIVE IS CHRIST by Beth Moore
Join Beth on a journey into the life and heart of Paul, the Apostle to the Gentiles, who served faithfully and loved heartily. More than any other person, Paul provides us an example of sold-out servanthood. Paul shows us how to live fully as a bond servant to Christ and you will feel the challenge to follow Paul's example just as he followed the example of Christ.
Dates: September 14 - November 23
Facilitator: Eunice Catlett
Cost: $20
Location: Activity Center
HE LEADS ME BESIDE STILL WATERS by Steve Gallagher
The book of Psalms is a treasure chest of the most profound interactions between devoted followers and a loving, caring God...No other portion of Scripture is so capable of ushering the hungry/thirsty soul into the presence of God as this compilation of ancient Hebrew songs.
Dates: September 14 - November 30
Teacher: Susie Sullivan
Cost: $15
Location: 003
COME THIRSTY by Max Lucado
We are busy people. Burdened people. Burned-out people. We need to take a walk by the still waters and drink deeply of the Lord’s comfort, rest, and refreshment. Are you ready to receive what your soul longs for? This is a study on the acrostic WELL: Work, Energy, Lordship and Love.
Dates: September 14 - October 19
Facilitator: Carolyn Bishop
Cost: $20 (includes two books)
Location: 002
WEDNESDAYS ~ 7 - 8:30 pm
SOUL CARE by Mindy Caliguire
“Soul Care. It is designed to be a simple, but not simplistic guide to maintaining or recovering the life and health of your soul, that essential personhood created by God as You. To do that, we will do assessments to discern the current health of your soul. We’ll reflect on why your soul health matters so much. Finally, we’ll explore practical ways to restore life and vitality to your soul one step at a time through authentic connection with God as Father, Son and Spirit.
Dates: September 8 - 29
Facilitator: Jeannie Schelling
Cost: $10
Location: 101E
DIVORCE CARE for Women
Divorce Care can assist you to deal with the pain of separation and divorce. At Divorce Care, you can become part of a small support group of people who may also be experiencing the same challenges of separation and divorce. Each session is "self-contained," and you continue through the next 13-week cycle to view any of the topics you have not seen.
Every Wednesday
Location: Women – Mother's Room
FELLOWSHIP
Coffee Break
Carey, 752-6428 ext. 227
Saturdays, Oct. 9 and Nov. 13 in Room 001. Spend a casual, relaxing time with friends you already have and meet some new friends. This is a great chance to invite women who wouldn’t normally come to church. $2 donation. Childcare available upon request.
PRAYER ~ Kim, 885-1970
Tuesday
The Compassionate Prayer Group
Roberta, 752-8486
The second Tuesday of each month at 11:00 AM in the Daisies Room. Come pray for widows and ladies with special needs.
Grandmas In Touch
Sharron, 756-0037, Sharen, 892-5558
The third Tuesday of each month at 11:15 AM -12:15 PM in the Daisies Room. Come join other grandmas as they spend time praying for their grandchildren.
Women in Prayer
Sue, 756-0375
5:30 PM off campus, call for directions.
WEEKLY
Exercise Group
Renal, 756-8179
Meets at 8:30-9:30 AM in the Activity Center on Mon/Wed/Fri. All ages and fitness levels!
Please stop by the Women’s Ministry table in the lobby for more details and current events. We would love to meet you!
Link to Women's Ministry page
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PRAYER
Prayer Chain, Karen, 752-6426 or prayer@kalispellchristiancenter.org
If you would like to be added to the church prayer chain or have a prayer request contact Karen.
TUESDAY
Men’s Prayer
Pastor Weaver, 752-6426 6:30-7:30 AM in Room A100
The Compassionate Prayer Group
The second Tuesday of each month at 11:00 AM in the Daisies Room. Come pray for widows and ladies with special needs. Roberta, 752-8486
Grandmas In Touch
The third Tuesday of each month at 11:15 AM -12:15 PM in the Daisies Room. Come join other grandmas as they spend time praying for their grandchildren. Sharron, 756-0037 or Sharen, 892-5558
Women in Prayer
Sue, 756-0375 5:30 PM off campus, call for directions.
WEDNESDAY
Prayer Time
Pastor Weaver, 752-6426 6:00-7:00 PM in Room A109
Youth Prayer
Pastor Jason, 752-6428 ext. 270
6:15-6:45 PM in the Youth Center, anyone 9-12 grade join us as we pray for the youth gatherings.
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