Fast-Track Communion Discovery Class
Posted February 1, 2012
A fast-track communion discovery class is being offered for baptized students in grades 3-5. This special class is designed to give children an understanding, reverence and love for the sacrament of Holy Communion. Parents are invited and encouraged to be a part of this wonderful learning experience as a teacher’s aide.
Classes are on April 11 & 18, 6:30-8 p.m. and April 21, 9-10:30 a.m. Class participants who attend all three class sessions will celebrate their first Holy Communion with the current second grade Communion Discovery Class during the 11 a.m. service on Sunday, April 22. A reception will be held immediately following.
For more information, contact Angela Rotello at 214-291-5034.
Lenten Worship Schedule
Posted February 1, 2012
During Lent we worship as we always do on Sundays, but there are a few special services that help us to observe the season. Each service helps us to enter into a different aspect of the Lent season and further prepare us for the great celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Ash Wednesday
February 22, 2012
- 7 a.m. – Chapel
- 12 p.m. – Sanctuary
- 7 p.m. – Sanctuary
- Palm Sunday Weekend, March 31 & April 1, Regular Service Times
- Maundy Thursday – April 5 at 7 p.m.
- Good Friday – April 6 at 12 noon – Stations of the Cross
- Good Friday – April 6 at 7 p.m. – Fauré Requiem
- Easter Saturday – April 7 at 5:30 p.m. (Sanctuary)
- Easter Sunday – April 8 at 7 a.m. (Chapel), 9 and 11 a.m. (Sanctuary)
- Service: Saturday, February 18 at 4 p.m.
Place: Chapel
Class: Saturday, February 11 from 9:30 -11:00 a.m.* - Service: Saturday, May 12 at 4 p.m.
Place: Chapel
Class: Saturday, May 5 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.* - Service: Sunday, July 15 at 9:15 & 11:00 a.m.
Place: Sanctuary
Class: Saturday, July 14 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.* - Service: Saturday, September 15 at 4 p.m.
Place: Chapel
Class: Saturday, September 8 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.* - Service: Sunday, November 4 at 9:15 and 11:00 a.m.
Place: Sanctuary
Class: Saturday, November 3 from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m.* - Wednesdays, January 11 to April 4, 10 a.m. – Noon
(does not meet February 22 or March 7) - Online Registration
- Cost: $20
- Childcare available by reservation
- Mondays, January 9 – March 26, 7-9 p.m.
(does not meet March 5) - Fellowship Hall
- Cost: $20
- Online Registration
- Childcare available by reservation
Holy Week & Easter
March 31-April 8, 2012
Baptism Schedule for 2012
Posted January 30, 2012
Baptism services are scheduled for this year. Consult the list below for service dates/times, baptism preparation class and location. *Class held in same location as service.
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Parenting Seminar: Rest-soul-utions
Posted January 29, 2012
Wed, February 8, 6:30 p.m.
Archgate Ctr, Children’s Chapel
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Every January we make resolutions to improve our lives, usually by promising to do things we haven’t been doing: reading, exercising, budgeting. What rarely happens, though, is deciding to do less. The result is an endless cycle of busyness that causes us to run from work to home to practice to…church, if there’s time.
In a society that prizes busyness, how do we intentionally slow down and restore rest, margin, and spiritual well-being to our lives and our families? Fr. Clint Kerley and Dr. Ken Wilgus will discuss psychological and spiritual tips for slowing down and enjoying the life God has called your family to live. Make plans to join us.
To RSVP, contact Jill Nauta.
Childcare is available. For reservations, please contact Nancy Harrell.
High School: Super Bowl Party
Posted January 13, 2012
February 5 at 5 p.m.
The Lambert’s house
It is the biggest game of the year and we’re going to celebrate in style! Come to the Lambert’s house to watch the first half of the Super Bowl. We will have lots of food and lots of fun. Guess the score to win a prize or just hang out with your friends and enjoy a clash of two gigantic gridiron forces. It’s going to be awesome!
RSVP to Kathleen Winegard and we will send you directions.
Shadowlands Grief Recovery Begins Feb 7
Posted January 6, 2012
Beginning February 7, Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m.
Adult Education Building, Room 205
The Shadowlands Grief Recovery group provides support, love, understanding, information and tools that assist grieving people to move to a renewed spirit of hope. This six-week class provides a Christian perspective on the journey from loss to a restored sense of peace and joy.
Learn about God’s model of grieving, coping skills for difficult emotions and insights into the effect of a loss on all areas of life. Loss is experienced in many forms; the end of a relationship, loss of a job, a life-changing illness/accident or death to name a few. Shadowlands is facilitated by Sharon Fox and Paul Jones.
For more information or to register, contact Sharon Fox at 972-335-3227.
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Summer Interns Needed
Posted January 6, 2012
Secure your summer job today! We are now accepting applications for Children’s Ministry summer intern positions. We are in need of energetic and fun people to implement our Camp Sunday elementary program and help with VBS this summer. Employment begins late in May and continues until early August. Fill out an application and return to Dawn Luft at 214-291-5061 with any questions.
Employment Application (PDF) »
Kids’ Night Out
Posted January 5, 2012
Friday, February 10, 6-9 p.m.
Nursery and Archgate Youth Center
Children and Families Ministry is hosting Kid’s Night Out on Friday, February 10 from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Nursery and Archgate Youth Center. Free childcare and dinner provided for infants through 5th grade. Parents are encouraged to enjoy an evening out! Make your reservations prior to Friday, February 3. For more information or to RSVP contact Jill Nauta.
GAP45 Movie Night: Letters to God
Posted January 4, 2012
Friday, February 17, 6–8:30 p.m.
Archgate Center – 4-Plex
Students in 4th and 5th grades should make plans to join us for a fun movie night! On Friday, February 17 at 6 p.m. we will watch Letters to God. Pizza is $1 per slice and drinks are 50¢. No registration required. Friends are always welcome! For more information, contact Amanda Payne.
Movie Trailer
Women’s Bible Studies
Posted January 3, 2012
We offer two women’s Bible studies to fit your schedule. Join us Wednesday mornings for Coming Home to Jesus or Monday evenings for Jesus, the One and Only. Register today.
Coming Home to Jesus
A Study of Luke for Wise Women
written by Kay Daigle and taught by Heather Goodman —
Through the eyes of Mary, the mother of Jesus, Luke unfolds the drama of Jesus’ mission from Galilee to Jerusalem. He gives special attention to the disenfranchised and disillusioned, showing God’s compassion for the misfit and forgotten. His book is full of infectious joy and celebration that spreads to the hurting and lost.
As we walk with Jesus on his journey, we’ll learn how God empowers us to minister to our families, coworkers, community, and church through prayer and the power of the Holy Spirit. The study includes weekly Bible study assignments, live teaching by Heather Goodman, as well as great discussion. The study will prepare our hearts for Holy Week with a fresh view of Jesus’ life. Heather Goodman is a talented writer, teacher and mom. She will bring fresh insights into the life of Christ.
Jesus, The One & Only
Video Study by Beth Moore —
Become a part of this 11-week women’s Bible study of the life of Jesus based on the book of Luke. Come along with Beth Moore on a life-changing journey that will lead you through the hills of Galilee with the Teacher, across the lake with the Master, and finally, on the road toward the cross with the Savior. Get to know Jesus intimately…as though you had walked with Him during His days of earthly ministry.
This in-depth Bible study includes weekly personal assignments and video sessions taped on location in Jerusalem and throughout Israel. You will complete the study right before Holy Week.