Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Seek God for our City: Seeking His Life to Revive the Church This week we are seeking God to revive the Church. As the old hymn sang we now cry: "Revive us again, fill each heart with Thy love, may our souls be rekindled with fire from above! Fill us with Your life, oh Lord. May we be revived and fulfill the call He has for each of us as individuals, families, churches, and communities. In our lives, be glorified, O Lord!
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Northwood Baptist Church
This week we are praying for Northwood Baptist Church. We thank God for this church and their pastor, Cornell Smith. Pray they would be strong in the Word and be a light to their community.
3. School of the Week: Myers Elementary School, Mr. Jeff King (Principal)
4. Praise & Prayer for Ministry Needs from our community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: PRAISE UPDATE: Dwayne Gandy is now serving as pastor of this congregation. THANKS FOR PRAYING!
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy Update: Pastor Dannie does thank us for prayers for his back issues. He is still getting treatment and it looks like he will have surgery coming up. He's thankful to the Lord for enabling him to still preach each Sunday, but the pain is increasing and he appreciates your continued prayers.
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center Update: Pastor Pat is still experiencing pain. Her cancer count is low. She was in the hospital having some tests at the end of last week. While there, God opened doors of ministry for Pastor Dutch with other patients and their families. 7 people received Christ at the hospital last weekend! PRAISE GOD!
Other Needs:
Haiti: Pray for Kids Alive as they are working in Haiti & Dominican Republic to meet needs from the earthquake in Haiti.
Prison Ministry: Pray for Pastor James & Erika Portalatin as they lead revival meetings at Westville Correctional Center on March 5 & 6.
5. Watchword for the Week from Scripture: No one who believes in Christ will be put to shame. Romans 10:11
31
Up 7 from last week!
Keep Praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ!Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving!31 Salvations in Portage have been reported for 2010! We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ!Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith.
Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
FURNITURE NEEDED!!!
The Portage Resale Shop needs your help.Do you have any furniture that you plan on getting rid of? They have families that have been screened and are in need
of basic household items like beds, couches, tables, dressers, and much more! If you have furniture to donate, please call them @ 764-3375
Community Happenings:
Free Classes for Parents & Teens
Each Wednesday, 1/20-3/3, 6:00-7:30pm
New Hope Church of God, 712 N. Wolf Rd/450 W, South Haven area
This is a seven week course, taught by Lifeline staff in a group setting. A workbook for each participant is included.What are these kids thinking? is for Parents Lies America buys for Teens is for teens. For more info, call Rich Troyer @ 260-413-3938
Seek God for the City
February 17- March 28
This is a 40 day in-depth prayer guide that helps you pray for our community and the nations of the world. To purchase a copy of the prayer guide, please contact Waymakers at www.waymakers.org or call 800-419-7729 Free Spanish & Children's copies available online
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, February 23, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Speaker: Shirley Reamer
For more info, call Elaine @926-1345
Red Cross Blood Drive
Tuesday, February 23, 1:30-5:30pm
Miller's Senior Living Community Upstairs Rec Room, 5911 Lute, Portage
For more info or to schedule appointment, call 1-800-REDCROSS
Healthy Life Series
February 25, 9am-12noon
Miller's Senior Living Community, 5911 Lute, Portage
Hear presentations by Dr Felix Gozo & Kimberly Sgouroudis, RN, regardingheart & stroke issues. Free screenings available for Glucose, cholesterol and basic neuro by appointment only.To Register call Gwen Kiser at 764-0628 TODAY!
Portage Winter Singing!
Friday, February 26th, 7-9pm
Portage Church Of Christ, 2797 Russell St., Portage
The members of Portage Church of Christ invite you to their second annual area-wide winter singing.Come join your voices as they worship the Lord and sing praises. Songs selected for this year's singing will reflect a balance of new and familiar favorites. For more info, call 724-5375
Appalachian Craft Show from Red Bird Mission
Saturday, February 27th, 9am-2pm
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool
Crafts will be for sale. All proceeds help the economic development of the poor region of Beverly, Kentucky. Crafts are made by local artisans in Eastern Kentucky. Come to learn, to shop, and to support the mission!
Monday, February 22, 2010
Monday, February 15, 2010
This week 2/15@ HOPE
Here is what's happening this week....
HOPE for Portage, A House of Prayerful Expectation
Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Prayer for our Community: President's Day Since today is President's Day, let's pray for our President Barack Obama. We are commanded to pray for those in authority over us that "we might lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence." (1 Tim 2:2) Pray that our president would walk in the wisdom and counsel of God. That he would surround himself with Godly counselors. That he would grow closer to the Lord. Pray for his family that they would walk after the Lord and be in peace. Lord, grant him wisdom for the tasks before him this week.
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Living Word Sanctuary
This week we are praying for Living Word Sanctuary. We thank God for their pastor, Dorris Dunlap, and for this body of believers. Praise God for their passion for prayer and revival. Pray they would continue to be a light to their community.
3. School of the Week: Kyle Elementary School, Mr. Psimos (Principal)
4. Praise & Prayer for Ministry Needs from our community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy Update: Pastor Dannie does thank us for prayers for his back issues. He is still getting treatment and it looks like he will have surgery coming up. He's thankful to the Lord for enabling him to still preach each Sunday, but the pain is increasing and he appreciates your continued prayers.
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
Other Needs:
Haiti: Pray for Kids Alive as they are working in Haiti & Dominican Republic to meet needs from the earthquake in Haiti.
5. Watchword for the Week from Scripture: And when they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus alone. Matthew 17:8
24
Up 1 from last week! A young man began relationship with Christ at a local church!
I heard report this past week of a church in Lake County where 80 people were baptized on 2/7 during their morning services!!! This church of 1200 was amazed at what the Lord did as the Holy Spirit moved on people to respond to the invitation.
Over 3/4 of these baptisms were spontaneous after the preaching of the word! Go God! To read the pastors blog about it, go to http://greglee.wordpress.com/ Keep Praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving! 24 Salvations in Portage have been reported for 2010! We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ!Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Faith & Family with Jacki & Julie
New podcasts each Monday!
The latest is on prayer - our communication with the Father. Visit www.ffwithjj.org to hear the latest podcast!For more info, call Julie 763-2325 or reply to this email.
Community Happenings:
Free Classes for Parents & Teens
Each Wednesday, 1/20-3/3, 6:00-7:30pm
New Hope Church of God, 712 N. Wolf Rd/450 W, South Haven area
This is a seven week course, taught by Lifeline staff in a group setting. A workbook for each participant is included. What are these kids thinking? is for Parents Lies America buys for Teens is for teens. For more info, call Rich Troyer @ 260-413-3938
Fat Tuesday Breakfast
Tuesday, February 16th, 6-10am
Portage First United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
Come out for a free breakfast to celebrate entering the Lenten season!
Seek God for the City
February 17- March 28
This is a 40 day in-depth prayer guide that helps you pray for our community and the
nations of the world. To purchase a copy of the prayer guide, please contact Waymakers at www.waymakers.org or call 800-419-7729 Free Spanish & Children's copies available online
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, February 23, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Speaker: Shirley Reamer
For more info, call Elaine @926-1345
Portage Winter Singing!
Friday, February 26th, 7-9pm
Portage Church Of Christ, 2797 Russell St., Portage
The members of Portage Church of Christ invite you to their second annual area-wide winter singing. Come join your voices as they worship the Lord and sing praises.
Songs selected for this year's singing will reflect a balance of new and familiar favorites. For more info, call 724-5375
HOPE for Portage, A House of Prayerful Expectation
Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Prayer for our Community: President's Day Since today is President's Day, let's pray for our President Barack Obama. We are commanded to pray for those in authority over us that "we might lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and reverence." (1 Tim 2:2) Pray that our president would walk in the wisdom and counsel of God. That he would surround himself with Godly counselors. That he would grow closer to the Lord. Pray for his family that they would walk after the Lord and be in peace. Lord, grant him wisdom for the tasks before him this week.
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Living Word Sanctuary
This week we are praying for Living Word Sanctuary. We thank God for their pastor, Dorris Dunlap, and for this body of believers. Praise God for their passion for prayer and revival. Pray they would continue to be a light to their community.
3. School of the Week: Kyle Elementary School, Mr. Psimos (Principal)
4. Praise & Prayer for Ministry Needs from our community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy Update: Pastor Dannie does thank us for prayers for his back issues. He is still getting treatment and it looks like he will have surgery coming up. He's thankful to the Lord for enabling him to still preach each Sunday, but the pain is increasing and he appreciates your continued prayers.
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
Other Needs:
Haiti: Pray for Kids Alive as they are working in Haiti & Dominican Republic to meet needs from the earthquake in Haiti.
5. Watchword for the Week from Scripture: And when they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus alone. Matthew 17:8
24
Up 1 from last week! A young man began relationship with Christ at a local church!
I heard report this past week of a church in Lake County where 80 people were baptized on 2/7 during their morning services!!! This church of 1200 was amazed at what the Lord did as the Holy Spirit moved on people to respond to the invitation.
Over 3/4 of these baptisms were spontaneous after the preaching of the word! Go God! To read the pastors blog about it, go to http://greglee.wordpress.com/ Keep Praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving! 24 Salvations in Portage have been reported for 2010! We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ!Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Faith & Family with Jacki & Julie
New podcasts each Monday!
The latest is on prayer - our communication with the Father. Visit www.ffwithjj.org to hear the latest podcast!For more info, call Julie 763-2325 or reply to this email.
Community Happenings:
Free Classes for Parents & Teens
Each Wednesday, 1/20-3/3, 6:00-7:30pm
New Hope Church of God, 712 N. Wolf Rd/450 W, South Haven area
This is a seven week course, taught by Lifeline staff in a group setting. A workbook for each participant is included. What are these kids thinking? is for Parents Lies America buys for Teens is for teens. For more info, call Rich Troyer @ 260-413-3938
Fat Tuesday Breakfast
Tuesday, February 16th, 6-10am
Portage First United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
Come out for a free breakfast to celebrate entering the Lenten season!
Seek God for the City
February 17- March 28
This is a 40 day in-depth prayer guide that helps you pray for our community and the
nations of the world. To purchase a copy of the prayer guide, please contact Waymakers at www.waymakers.org or call 800-419-7729 Free Spanish & Children's copies available online
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, February 23, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Speaker: Shirley Reamer
For more info, call Elaine @926-1345
Portage Winter Singing!
Friday, February 26th, 7-9pm
Portage Church Of Christ, 2797 Russell St., Portage
The members of Portage Church of Christ invite you to their second annual area-wide winter singing. Come join your voices as they worship the Lord and sing praises.
Songs selected for this year's singing will reflect a balance of new and familiar favorites. For more info, call 724-5375
Monday, February 1, 2010
This Week 2/1 @HOPE
Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Prayer for our Community:Unity Christ's prayer for us was that we would be one. Let's agree with Him! Lord, we ask that the believers in Northwest Indiana would be one. May we be united in the Spirit for Your kingdom sake. May the world see the love we have for one another and be drawn to Jesus. May we walk in unity, blessing and not cursing each other. May we partner together for the Kingdom and see the kingdom expanded. May we rejoice with each other, cry with each other, praise God with each other. May we honor one another as we see Christ in all. May we all bring glory to the Father!
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Portage Missionary Baptist Church
This week we are praying for Portage Missionary Baptist Church. We thank God for their pastor, Jeff Scheffee, and for this body of believers. Praise God for their faithfulness to Him and to His word. May they continue to be a shining light for Jesus Christ and fulfill the mission given them by Christ.
3. School of the Week: Crisman Elementary School, Mrs. Kuss (Principal)
4. Praise & Prayer for Ministry Needs from our community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
Other Needs:
Haiti: Pray for Kids Alive as they are working in Haiti & Dominican Republic to meet needs from the earthquake in Haiti. Please pray for Dr. Brechner, Dr. Nowlin, and Jon A.J. who are all in Haiti now serving on short term missions.
5. Watchword for the Week from Scripture: For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then we will see face to face. 1 Corinthians 13:12
20
UP 4 with 2 churches reporting salvations!!!!!
Praise God & Keep Praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving! 20 Salvations have been reported for 2010! We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ!Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Faith & Family with Jacki & Julie
New podcasts each Monday!
Visit www.ffwithjj.org to hear the latest podcast!
For more info, call Julie 763-2325 or reply to this email.
Community Happenings:
Free Classes for Parents & Teens
Each Wednesday, 1/20-3/3, 6:00-7:30pm
New Hope Church of God, 712 N. Wolf Rd/450 W, South Haven area
This is a seven week course, taught by Lifeline staff in a group setting. A workbook for each participant is included.What are these kids thinking? is for Parents Lies America buys for Teens is for teens.For more info, call Rich Troyer @ 260-413-3938
Chocolate Extravaganza
Thursday, February 4th, 1:00-3:00pm
Miller's Senior Living Community, 5911 Lute Rd, Portage
For more info, call Gwen @764-0628
Red Cross Blood Drive
Friday, February 5th, 2-7pm
Portage First United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
For more info or to arrange appointment, 1-800-give- life
I Am Second
Friday, February 5th, 7-10pm
New Hope Church of God, 712 N. Wolf Rd/450W, South Haven area
Concert starring: Escape the Dark & ArborKnot
Tickets: $6 in advance; $8 at the door
For more info, call 759-1533
Fat Tuesday Breakfast
Tuesday, February 16th, 6-10am
Portage First United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
Come out for a free breakfast to celebrate entering the Lenten season!
Seek God for the City
February 17- March 28
This is a 40 day in-depth prayer guide that helps you pray for our community and the
nations of the world. To purchase a copy of the prayer guide, please contact Waymakers at www.waymakers.org or call 800-419-7729 Free Spanish & Children's copies available online
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, February 23, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Speaker: Shirley Reamer
For more info, call Elaine @926-1345
Check us out on the Web: www.freedomvoices.net Feel free to forward this email to your friends! For more info about HOPE or to have your church/ministry activities listed, reply to this email or contact Julie @763-2325
1. Prayer for our Community:Unity Christ's prayer for us was that we would be one. Let's agree with Him! Lord, we ask that the believers in Northwest Indiana would be one. May we be united in the Spirit for Your kingdom sake. May the world see the love we have for one another and be drawn to Jesus. May we walk in unity, blessing and not cursing each other. May we partner together for the Kingdom and see the kingdom expanded. May we rejoice with each other, cry with each other, praise God with each other. May we honor one another as we see Christ in all. May we all bring glory to the Father!
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Portage Missionary Baptist Church
This week we are praying for Portage Missionary Baptist Church. We thank God for their pastor, Jeff Scheffee, and for this body of believers. Praise God for their faithfulness to Him and to His word. May they continue to be a shining light for Jesus Christ and fulfill the mission given them by Christ.
3. School of the Week: Crisman Elementary School, Mrs. Kuss (Principal)
4. Praise & Prayer for Ministry Needs from our community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
Other Needs:
Haiti: Pray for Kids Alive as they are working in Haiti & Dominican Republic to meet needs from the earthquake in Haiti. Please pray for Dr. Brechner, Dr. Nowlin, and Jon A.J. who are all in Haiti now serving on short term missions.
5. Watchword for the Week from Scripture: For now we see in a mirror, dimly, but then we will see face to face. 1 Corinthians 13:12
20
UP 4 with 2 churches reporting salvations!!!!!
Praise God & Keep Praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving! 20 Salvations have been reported for 2010! We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ!Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Faith & Family with Jacki & Julie
New podcasts each Monday!
Visit www.ffwithjj.org to hear the latest podcast!
For more info, call Julie 763-2325 or reply to this email.
Community Happenings:
Free Classes for Parents & Teens
Each Wednesday, 1/20-3/3, 6:00-7:30pm
New Hope Church of God, 712 N. Wolf Rd/450 W, South Haven area
This is a seven week course, taught by Lifeline staff in a group setting. A workbook for each participant is included.What are these kids thinking? is for Parents Lies America buys for Teens is for teens.For more info, call Rich Troyer @ 260-413-3938
Chocolate Extravaganza
Thursday, February 4th, 1:00-3:00pm
Miller's Senior Living Community, 5911 Lute Rd, Portage
For more info, call Gwen @764-0628
Red Cross Blood Drive
Friday, February 5th, 2-7pm
Portage First United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
For more info or to arrange appointment, 1-800-give- life
I Am Second
Friday, February 5th, 7-10pm
New Hope Church of God, 712 N. Wolf Rd/450W, South Haven area
Concert starring: Escape the Dark & ArborKnot
Tickets: $6 in advance; $8 at the door
For more info, call 759-1533
Fat Tuesday Breakfast
Tuesday, February 16th, 6-10am
Portage First United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
Come out for a free breakfast to celebrate entering the Lenten season!
Seek God for the City
February 17- March 28
This is a 40 day in-depth prayer guide that helps you pray for our community and the
nations of the world. To purchase a copy of the prayer guide, please contact Waymakers at www.waymakers.org or call 800-419-7729 Free Spanish & Children's copies available online
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, February 23, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Speaker: Shirley Reamer
For more info, call Elaine @926-1345
Check us out on the Web: www.freedomvoices.net Feel free to forward this email to your friends! For more info about HOPE or to have your church/ministry activities listed, reply to this email or contact Julie @763-2325
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
This Week 11/30 @HOPE
Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Prayer for our Community: Military This week, let's thank God for our military serving overseas. Let's pray for God's protection for them. Thank God for the veterans who have served our nation. Pray for the families of those serving overseas. Pray Ps. 91 for our troops!
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: The Women's Center
This week we are praying for The Women's Center. They are located in Valpo, as well as other areas in Northwest Indiana. They provide pregnancy testing, counseling, alternatives to abortion, and post-abortion counseling. Praise God for the many lives they have saved from abortion. Pray for their leadership team. May they know clearly God's leading and grace in their lives. May they offer Christ's compassion and hope to all who seek assistance. Thank God for placing this ministry in our community.
3. School of the Week: Portage High School, Mrs. Caren Swickard (Principal)
4. Praise & Prayer for Ministry Needs from our community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real LIfe Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Pastors batlling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
Joanne Maynard, First Contact
5. Watchword for the Week from Scripture:Jesus says, "Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away." Luke 21:33
185
Up 6! God is bringing many into relationship with Him!
Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ!
Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving!
185 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community.
We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ!
Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith.
Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Faith & Family with Jacki & Julie
NEW WEEKLY PODCAST!!!!
Freedom Voices & Tie Us Together have linked arms to bring a weekly podcast to encourage women. Visit www.ffwithjj.org to hear the latest podcast!This week we have part 2 of an amazing testimony by Terri Linden on adoption.For more info, call Julie 763-2325 or reply to this email.
Community Happenings:
Red Cross Blood Drive
December 11, 2-7pm
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
To schedule an appointment, www.givelife.org or 1-800-GIVELIFE
Walk-ins welcome!
Drive Thru Nativity
Sunday, December 20th, 6:30-9:00pm
Miller's Senior Living Community, 5909 Lute Rd, Portage
Sponsored by Grace Church of the Nazarene & Miller's Senior Living Community
Experience the Wonder as teh Christmas Story unfolds before your eyes.
See teh shepherds tending their flocks, the wisemen from afar, live animals,
King Herod in his palace and of course Mary & Joseph in the stable.
Great for the whole family!
One Incredible Moment
December 12 & 13 @ 7pm
Liberty Bible Church, 824 N Calumet, Chesterton
Liberty Choir & Orchestra will be presenting this Christmas
musical celebrating the Majesty of the Manger and featuring the narrations
of Max Lucado. Join them for this free event!
A Song Was Born at Christmas
December 13, 8:30, 10, & 11:30am
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
Join them for their Christmas Cantata, A Song was Born At Christmas.
Longest Night Service
Monday, December 21, 7pm
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
A service of healing an dhope for those who struggle with grief
or loneliness at the holidays.
Christmas Candlelight Service
December 23, 7pm
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
Join them for a candlelight service with communion.
Area Christmas Eve Services
December 24th
(please send in your service times to have posted!)
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
Candlelight services at 8pm & 11pm
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, December 29th, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
For more info, call Elaine @926-1345
1. Prayer for our Community: Military This week, let's thank God for our military serving overseas. Let's pray for God's protection for them. Thank God for the veterans who have served our nation. Pray for the families of those serving overseas. Pray Ps. 91 for our troops!
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: The Women's Center
This week we are praying for The Women's Center. They are located in Valpo, as well as other areas in Northwest Indiana. They provide pregnancy testing, counseling, alternatives to abortion, and post-abortion counseling. Praise God for the many lives they have saved from abortion. Pray for their leadership team. May they know clearly God's leading and grace in their lives. May they offer Christ's compassion and hope to all who seek assistance. Thank God for placing this ministry in our community.
3. School of the Week: Portage High School, Mrs. Caren Swickard (Principal)
4. Praise & Prayer for Ministry Needs from our community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real LIfe Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Pastors batlling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
Joanne Maynard, First Contact
5. Watchword for the Week from Scripture:Jesus says, "Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away." Luke 21:33
185
Up 6! God is bringing many into relationship with Him!
Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ!
Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving!
185 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community.
We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ!
Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith.
Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Faith & Family with Jacki & Julie
NEW WEEKLY PODCAST!!!!
Freedom Voices & Tie Us Together have linked arms to bring a weekly podcast to encourage women. Visit www.ffwithjj.org to hear the latest podcast!This week we have part 2 of an amazing testimony by Terri Linden on adoption.For more info, call Julie 763-2325 or reply to this email.
Community Happenings:
Red Cross Blood Drive
December 11, 2-7pm
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
To schedule an appointment, www.givelife.org or 1-800-GIVELIFE
Walk-ins welcome!
Drive Thru Nativity
Sunday, December 20th, 6:30-9:00pm
Miller's Senior Living Community, 5909 Lute Rd, Portage
Sponsored by Grace Church of the Nazarene & Miller's Senior Living Community
Experience the Wonder as teh Christmas Story unfolds before your eyes.
See teh shepherds tending their flocks, the wisemen from afar, live animals,
King Herod in his palace and of course Mary & Joseph in the stable.
Great for the whole family!
One Incredible Moment
December 12 & 13 @ 7pm
Liberty Bible Church, 824 N Calumet, Chesterton
Liberty Choir & Orchestra will be presenting this Christmas
musical celebrating the Majesty of the Manger and featuring the narrations
of Max Lucado. Join them for this free event!
A Song Was Born at Christmas
December 13, 8:30, 10, & 11:30am
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
Join them for their Christmas Cantata, A Song was Born At Christmas.
Longest Night Service
Monday, December 21, 7pm
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
A service of healing an dhope for those who struggle with grief
or loneliness at the holidays.
Christmas Candlelight Service
December 23, 7pm
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
Join them for a candlelight service with communion.
Area Christmas Eve Services
December 24th
(please send in your service times to have posted!)
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool, Portage
Candlelight services at 8pm & 11pm
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, December 29th, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
For more info, call Elaine @926-1345
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
This Week 10/26
Here is what's happening this week....
HOPE for Portage, A House of Prayerful Expectation
Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Prayer Request from our Community: Elderly People: Pray that God's strength and peace will be poured out on everyone who is advanced in years. Pray that they would continue to grow closer to the Lord. Pray that loneliness would be banished in lasting friendships and family bonds. Pray for their physical bodies. May their immunity be kept strong during this flu season. May those who have physical ailments find comfort in the Lord and His body as well as receiving the proper medical treatment from caring professionals. Pray that their latter years will be significant, relecting the glory of God.
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Portage Community Bible Church
This week we are praying for Portage Community Bible Church. We thank God for this body of believers. Pray for wisdom for their Pastor Jim Thompson. Thank God for their outreach through Child Evangelism Fellowship in the local elementary schools. This fall they have seen 4 students come to know Christ. Pray for continued open hearts to receive the truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
3. School of the Week: Jones Elementary School, Mr. Mitch Miller (Principal)
4. Praise & Prayer for Ministry Needs from our community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real LIfe Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Pastors batlling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
5. Watchword for the Week from Scripture: The Lord has done great things for us. Psalm 126:3
153
Up 4!!! Children recently prayed to receive Christ at a Good News Club at a local elementary school. Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving!
153 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community.
We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ!
Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith.
Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
PrayerWalk Portage
LAST CALL!!!! Just a few neighborhoods remain! If you would like to see a list of areas still needed to be prayerwalked,simply reply to this email. Please let me know what streets you have chosen.Thank you to all who have stepped out to prayerwalk a neighborhood in Portage. Oh, to have every home, every street, every neighborhood prayed for in our community!
Community Happenings:
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, October 27, 6:30pm
Speaker: Zelba Miller
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Make plans to come on Tuesday for the 5th Anniversary of this Aglow!
For more info, call Elaine @926-1345
Alzheimer's Disease: A Guide for the Clergy Breakfast
Thursday, October 29th, 8:30am breakfast, 9:00am program
Fellowship Hall, St. Paul Catholic Church, 1855 W Harrison, Valpo
Alzheimer's and Dementia rob their victims of the ability to safely live ndependantly.Frequently their fellow church members are the first to recognize the problem.This *free program* is designed to provide information and tools you can use when helping members of your congregation whose lives are being changed by this disease.This is for pastors, church staff, including deacons, parish nurse, etc.
RSVP to 219-462-6158 by Monday, October 26 to register.
Bosnia PrayerWalking Missions Update
Sunday, November 1st, 6pm
Liberty Bible Church, Room 130, Chesterton
Randy & Julie Hayden, along with the rest of the team, will be sharing about the recent prayerwalking trip to Bosnia. Come hear how your prayers made a difference!
Tie Us Together Women's Conference
Saturday, November 14th, 9am-4pm
Porter County Expo Center
Free Registration at www.tieustogether.org
Lunch can be ordered for just $10.
Don't miss this amazing opportunity to hear Jan Silvious, speaking about Unwrapping the Gift of Eternity!Worship, workshops, prayer, teaching, fellowship! All ladies! All churches! All together!
50th Annual Report to the People Banquet
for Youth for Christ
Tuesday, November 17th, 6:30pm
Duneland Falls Baquet Center, 1100 N Max Mochal Highway (Rt 149), Portage
RSVP by Friday, November 13th
To RSVP or more info, 462-3000 or email yfc_nwi@yahoo.com
Check us out on the Web: www.freedomvoices.net
Feel free to froward this email to yoru friends!
For more info about HOPE or to have your church/ministry activities listed,
reply to this email or contact Julie @763-2325
HOPE for Portage, A House of Prayerful Expectation
Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Prayer Request from our Community: Elderly People: Pray that God's strength and peace will be poured out on everyone who is advanced in years. Pray that they would continue to grow closer to the Lord. Pray that loneliness would be banished in lasting friendships and family bonds. Pray for their physical bodies. May their immunity be kept strong during this flu season. May those who have physical ailments find comfort in the Lord and His body as well as receiving the proper medical treatment from caring professionals. Pray that their latter years will be significant, relecting the glory of God.
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Portage Community Bible Church
This week we are praying for Portage Community Bible Church. We thank God for this body of believers. Pray for wisdom for their Pastor Jim Thompson. Thank God for their outreach through Child Evangelism Fellowship in the local elementary schools. This fall they have seen 4 students come to know Christ. Pray for continued open hearts to receive the truth of the gospel of Jesus Christ.
3. School of the Week: Jones Elementary School, Mr. Mitch Miller (Principal)
4. Praise & Prayer for Ministry Needs from our community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real LIfe Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Pastors batlling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
5. Watchword for the Week from Scripture: The Lord has done great things for us. Psalm 126:3
153
Up 4!!! Children recently prayed to receive Christ at a Good News Club at a local elementary school. Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving!
153 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community.
We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ!
Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith.
Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
PrayerWalk Portage
LAST CALL!!!! Just a few neighborhoods remain! If you would like to see a list of areas still needed to be prayerwalked,simply reply to this email. Please let me know what streets you have chosen.Thank you to all who have stepped out to prayerwalk a neighborhood in Portage. Oh, to have every home, every street, every neighborhood prayed for in our community!
Community Happenings:
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, October 27, 6:30pm
Speaker: Zelba Miller
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Make plans to come on Tuesday for the 5th Anniversary of this Aglow!
For more info, call Elaine @926-1345
Alzheimer's Disease: A Guide for the Clergy Breakfast
Thursday, October 29th, 8:30am breakfast, 9:00am program
Fellowship Hall, St. Paul Catholic Church, 1855 W Harrison, Valpo
Alzheimer's and Dementia rob their victims of the ability to safely live ndependantly.Frequently their fellow church members are the first to recognize the problem.This *free program* is designed to provide information and tools you can use when helping members of your congregation whose lives are being changed by this disease.This is for pastors, church staff, including deacons, parish nurse, etc.
RSVP to 219-462-6158 by Monday, October 26 to register.
Bosnia PrayerWalking Missions Update
Sunday, November 1st, 6pm
Liberty Bible Church, Room 130, Chesterton
Randy & Julie Hayden, along with the rest of the team, will be sharing about the recent prayerwalking trip to Bosnia. Come hear how your prayers made a difference!
Tie Us Together Women's Conference
Saturday, November 14th, 9am-4pm
Porter County Expo Center
Free Registration at www.tieustogether.org
Lunch can be ordered for just $10.
Don't miss this amazing opportunity to hear Jan Silvious, speaking about Unwrapping the Gift of Eternity!Worship, workshops, prayer, teaching, fellowship! All ladies! All churches! All together!
50th Annual Report to the People Banquet
for Youth for Christ
Tuesday, November 17th, 6:30pm
Duneland Falls Baquet Center, 1100 N Max Mochal Highway (Rt 149), Portage
RSVP by Friday, November 13th
To RSVP or more info, 462-3000 or email yfc_nwi@yahoo.com
Check us out on the Web: www.freedomvoices.net
Feel free to froward this email to yoru friends!
For more info about HOPE or to have your church/ministry activities listed,
reply to this email or contact Julie @763-2325
Monday, September 14, 2009
This week 9/15 @HOPE for Portage
Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Prayer for our Community: Gang Members Pray that God will satisfy their deep desires for signifcance and belonging. May God break spiritual and social powers holding them bound. Pray for caring Christians to embrace them in the authentic love of God's family. Pray for blessing on the neighborhoods they claim. "I sought the LORD and He answered me, He delivered me from all my fears...The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear him, and He delivers them." Ps 34:4,7
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: House of Prayer Church
This week we are praying for House of Prayer Church. We thank God for bringing them to Portage! They have a heart to reach out and are serving with a soup kitchen in Gary. Let's pray for their continued outreach and growth! Pray that they might see many come to know Christ! May they continue to show Christ's love to all they encounter. Pray for their pastor, Bishop Dave Matthews. May they continue as a shining light for the Gospel!
3. School of the Week: Willowcreek Middle School, Mrs. Stewart (Principal)
4. Pray for Ministry Needs from our Community:
ShareFest: This multi-church outreach is less than 1 month away: Saturday October 10th. Please pray for the churches to walk in amazing unity and love as a witness to our region of our Savior's great love. Many projects are done outside, so please be praying for good weather too. (more info below)
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Bridge Community Church: youth & family pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
5. Short-term Missions from this area:
Red Bird Mission Team: September 13-19, Pray for this team of 14 from Portage 1st United Methodist Church serving in Appalachia until Saturday 19th. They will be doing construction and ministering whatever way they can in this poverty striken area.
Bosnia Prayer Team: September 25-October 4, Pray for this team of 8 from Liberty Bible Church. They will be prayerwalking in Sarajevo and encouraging the local churches there. Team Members: Randy & Julie Hayden, Mark & Sue, Christi, Annie, Meredith & Delaney
6. Watchword for the week from Scripture:Jesus asks, "But who do you say that I am?" Mark 8:29
143 Up 2 this week! Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship
with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving! 143 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community. We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ! Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS:
Angel Food
Order must be received by September 12, 9:00- 10:30am
Pickup Date: August 29, 9:00-10:30am
Family Bible Church office, 3190 Lancer, Suite A Portage
You can now order online!!! You can also order specials without basic!
For more info, call 841-9864 or visit www.fbcportage.org
Movement to End Alzheimer's Memory Walk
Saturday, September 19th, 11am Register, 12 Noon walk
Hidden Lake Park, 6355 Broadway, Merrillville
Funds raised at walk help the Alzheimer's Association
You can bring help & hope to millions of Americans living with this disease.
Bring a team & participate. Go to www.alz.org/indiana for more info.
Annual Coat Drive & GospelFest
Saturday, September 19th, 1-5pm
Kmart Parking Lot, Portage
Drop off a coat! Enjoy some great music!
(Julie Hayden's singing at 1pm. Love to see you there!)
Total Money Makeover
Saturday, September 19, 12 noon -5pm
Real Life Community Church, Portage
Dave Ramsey's flagship event, The Total Money Makeover LIVE! will be available in Portage for a LIVE Simulcast event. In this 5 hour event, Dave presents the proven plan that has helped millions of people take back control of their money. If you're married, this information will get you an dyour spouse on the same page when it comes to your money. If your single, Dave will walk you through the tools you need to stay financially focused. In the Total Money Makeover LIVE, Dave shares personal experiences, stories and information not found elsewhere in this setting! It is packed with humor energy and incredible information.. and that's why it has become the country's #1 event on personal finance. Register here: http://www.daveramsey.com/hope/events/index.cfm?searchXXzipcode=46368&fuseaction=actFindHosts&submit=Find
7th Annual Gospel Family Reunion Singing Celebration
September 25, 7pm
Portage High School West Auditorium
Featuring the Rudds, Joyful Noise, The Lawrence Family & the Singing Rudds from 80's
Tickets are $10 advance, $12 at the Door
Proceeds go to the Portage Food Pantry.
For more info, call 763-4915, mail to The Rudds, P.O. Box 93, Portage, IN 46368 or visit www.therudds.com
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, September 29, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
For more info, call Elaine @ 926-1345
SHAREFEST Porter County
Saturday, October 10th
Portage Village site: Willowcreek Middle School
Registration: 8am
Dedication Service: 8:30am
Service Projects: 9am-3pm
Make plans now to attend ShareFest!!! Sites in Portage,Valpo, Chesterton and Kouts! Get involved!!! For more info or to register, www.sharefestpc.org
1. Prayer for our Community: Gang Members Pray that God will satisfy their deep desires for signifcance and belonging. May God break spiritual and social powers holding them bound. Pray for caring Christians to embrace them in the authentic love of God's family. Pray for blessing on the neighborhoods they claim. "I sought the LORD and He answered me, He delivered me from all my fears...The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear him, and He delivers them." Ps 34:4,7
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: House of Prayer Church
This week we are praying for House of Prayer Church. We thank God for bringing them to Portage! They have a heart to reach out and are serving with a soup kitchen in Gary. Let's pray for their continued outreach and growth! Pray that they might see many come to know Christ! May they continue to show Christ's love to all they encounter. Pray for their pastor, Bishop Dave Matthews. May they continue as a shining light for the Gospel!
3. School of the Week: Willowcreek Middle School, Mrs. Stewart (Principal)
4. Pray for Ministry Needs from our Community:
ShareFest: This multi-church outreach is less than 1 month away: Saturday October 10th. Please pray for the churches to walk in amazing unity and love as a witness to our region of our Savior's great love. Many projects are done outside, so please be praying for good weather too. (more info below)
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Bridge Community Church: youth & family pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
5. Short-term Missions from this area:
Red Bird Mission Team: September 13-19, Pray for this team of 14 from Portage 1st United Methodist Church serving in Appalachia until Saturday 19th. They will be doing construction and ministering whatever way they can in this poverty striken area.
Bosnia Prayer Team: September 25-October 4, Pray for this team of 8 from Liberty Bible Church. They will be prayerwalking in Sarajevo and encouraging the local churches there. Team Members: Randy & Julie Hayden, Mark & Sue, Christi, Annie, Meredith & Delaney
6. Watchword for the week from Scripture:Jesus asks, "But who do you say that I am?" Mark 8:29
143 Up 2 this week! Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship
with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving! 143 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community. We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ! Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS:
Angel Food
Order must be received by September 12, 9:00- 10:30am
Pickup Date: August 29, 9:00-10:30am
Family Bible Church office, 3190 Lancer, Suite A Portage
You can now order online!!! You can also order specials without basic!
For more info, call 841-9864 or visit www.fbcportage.org
Movement to End Alzheimer's Memory Walk
Saturday, September 19th, 11am Register, 12 Noon walk
Hidden Lake Park, 6355 Broadway, Merrillville
Funds raised at walk help the Alzheimer's Association
You can bring help & hope to millions of Americans living with this disease.
Bring a team & participate. Go to www.alz.org/indiana for more info.
Annual Coat Drive & GospelFest
Saturday, September 19th, 1-5pm
Kmart Parking Lot, Portage
Drop off a coat! Enjoy some great music!
(Julie Hayden's singing at 1pm. Love to see you there!)
Total Money Makeover
Saturday, September 19, 12 noon -5pm
Real Life Community Church, Portage
Dave Ramsey's flagship event, The Total Money Makeover LIVE! will be available in Portage for a LIVE Simulcast event. In this 5 hour event, Dave presents the proven plan that has helped millions of people take back control of their money. If you're married, this information will get you an dyour spouse on the same page when it comes to your money. If your single, Dave will walk you through the tools you need to stay financially focused. In the Total Money Makeover LIVE, Dave shares personal experiences, stories and information not found elsewhere in this setting! It is packed with humor energy and incredible information.. and that's why it has become the country's #1 event on personal finance. Register here: http://www.daveramsey.com/hope/events/index.cfm?searchXXzipcode=46368&fuseaction=actFindHosts&submit=Find
7th Annual Gospel Family Reunion Singing Celebration
September 25, 7pm
Portage High School West Auditorium
Featuring the Rudds, Joyful Noise, The Lawrence Family & the Singing Rudds from 80's
Tickets are $10 advance, $12 at the Door
Proceeds go to the Portage Food Pantry.
For more info, call 763-4915, mail to The Rudds, P.O. Box 93, Portage, IN 46368 or visit www.therudds.com
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, September 29, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
For more info, call Elaine @ 926-1345
SHAREFEST Porter County
Saturday, October 10th
Portage Village site: Willowcreek Middle School
Registration: 8am
Dedication Service: 8:30am
Service Projects: 9am-3pm
Make plans now to attend ShareFest!!! Sites in Portage,Valpo, Chesterton and Kouts! Get involved!!! For more info or to register, www.sharefestpc.org
Monday, August 31, 2009
This week 8/31 @HOPE for Portage
Ways to Pray& Praise this Week for our Community:
1.Prayer for our Community: Depressed People Please pray that God's healing presence will reach all who are depressed. Pray that the light of truth will dispel lies and the oppressive power of Satam. Pray also for the Godly counselors in our area. May they have insight to help each one. May those suffering know the comfort and joy of the Holy Spirit and have their minds renewed in Christ. Pray for those walking this path with their loved ones. May their friends and family have grace, understanding and insight. "But God, who comforts the depressed, comforted us... "2 Cor. 7:6
2.Church/Ministry of the Week: Real Life Community Church
This week, we are praying for Real Life Community Church. We thank God for placing them in our community!They have been an amazing lighthouse of salvation for this community. Thank God for their staff. Pray for them as they are searching for a new lead pastor. Pray for God's blessing and leading on this congregation. May they continue as a faithful witness for Jesus Christ, brightly shining His light into our community and beyond.
3. School of the Week: Portage Adult Education Center, Mr. Vernalis (Principal)
4.Pray for Ministry Needs from our Community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Bridge Community Church: youth & family pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
5. Watchword for the week from Scripture: Let everyone be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger. James 1:19
137
Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving!137 is the number of known salvations reported so far for2009 in our community. We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ! Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Ministry Opportunity
ACCOMPANIST NEEDED
Portage 1st United Methodist Church
Portage First United Methodist Church is seeking applicants for the position of Accompanist, which will be open as of September 1. This is a part-time job position that has responsibilities on Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings (8:30 & 10:00 worship services). At the minimum, this person would need to have piano skills, the ability to read printed music, and availability year-round. This person will need to be able not only to "perform" but to help lead worship with music. Ideally, we would love to have someone with both piano and organ abilities. A full job description is available upon request to the church office. Call (219) 762-3846 Questions can be addresses to SPRC Chairperson Dan Brubaker or to Senior Pastor Dennis Ticen.
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS:
Developing a Supernatural Lifestyle
September 4-6
Bethel Valparaiso, 552 Morthland Dr (US 30), Valpo
Kris Vallottton will be speaking
For more info, www.bethelvalpo.com/kris-vallotton
Three Days Later
September 11, 12,13
The Bridge Community Church, 2874 Monnier, Portage
Seeking justice, joy, wholeness, confidence and no more fear! Three days of music, speakers, and practical information, focussed on making a change in your life! Speakers from around the US. Open to all For more info, www.bridgecc.info or 762-3958
Angel Food
Order must be received by September 12, 9:00- 10:30am
Pickup Date: August 29, 9:00-10:30am
Family Bible Church office, 3190 Lancer, Suite A Portage
You can now order online!!! You can also order specials without basic!
For more info, call 841-9864 or visit www.fbcportage.org
Movement to End Alzheimer's Memory Walk
Saturday, September 19th, 11am Register, 12 Noon walk
Hidden Lake Park, 6355 Broadway, Merrillville
Funds raised at walk help the Alzheimer's Association. You can bring help & hope to millions of Americans living with this disease. Bring a team & participate. Go to www.alz.org/indiana for more info.
Annual Coat Drive & GospelFest
Saturday, September 19th, 1-5pm
Kmart Parking Lot, Portage
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, September 29, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
For more info, call Elaine @ 926-1345
1.Prayer for our Community: Depressed People Please pray that God's healing presence will reach all who are depressed. Pray that the light of truth will dispel lies and the oppressive power of Satam. Pray also for the Godly counselors in our area. May they have insight to help each one. May those suffering know the comfort and joy of the Holy Spirit and have their minds renewed in Christ. Pray for those walking this path with their loved ones. May their friends and family have grace, understanding and insight. "But God, who comforts the depressed, comforted us... "2 Cor. 7:6
2.Church/Ministry of the Week: Real Life Community Church
This week, we are praying for Real Life Community Church. We thank God for placing them in our community!They have been an amazing lighthouse of salvation for this community. Thank God for their staff. Pray for them as they are searching for a new lead pastor. Pray for God's blessing and leading on this congregation. May they continue as a faithful witness for Jesus Christ, brightly shining His light into our community and beyond.
3. School of the Week: Portage Adult Education Center, Mr. Vernalis (Principal)
4.Pray for Ministry Needs from our Community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Bridge Community Church: youth & family pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
5. Watchword for the week from Scripture: Let everyone be quick to listen, slow to speak, slow to anger. James 1:19
137
Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving!137 is the number of known salvations reported so far for2009 in our community. We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ! Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Ministry Opportunity
ACCOMPANIST NEEDED
Portage 1st United Methodist Church
Portage First United Methodist Church is seeking applicants for the position of Accompanist, which will be open as of September 1. This is a part-time job position that has responsibilities on Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings (8:30 & 10:00 worship services). At the minimum, this person would need to have piano skills, the ability to read printed music, and availability year-round. This person will need to be able not only to "perform" but to help lead worship with music. Ideally, we would love to have someone with both piano and organ abilities. A full job description is available upon request to the church office. Call (219) 762-3846 Questions can be addresses to SPRC Chairperson Dan Brubaker or to Senior Pastor Dennis Ticen.
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS:
Developing a Supernatural Lifestyle
September 4-6
Bethel Valparaiso, 552 Morthland Dr (US 30), Valpo
Kris Vallottton will be speaking
For more info, www.bethelvalpo.com/kris-vallotton
Three Days Later
September 11, 12,13
The Bridge Community Church, 2874 Monnier, Portage
Seeking justice, joy, wholeness, confidence and no more fear! Three days of music, speakers, and practical information, focussed on making a change in your life! Speakers from around the US. Open to all For more info, www.bridgecc.info or 762-3958
Angel Food
Order must be received by September 12, 9:00- 10:30am
Pickup Date: August 29, 9:00-10:30am
Family Bible Church office, 3190 Lancer, Suite A Portage
You can now order online!!! You can also order specials without basic!
For more info, call 841-9864 or visit www.fbcportage.org
Movement to End Alzheimer's Memory Walk
Saturday, September 19th, 11am Register, 12 Noon walk
Hidden Lake Park, 6355 Broadway, Merrillville
Funds raised at walk help the Alzheimer's Association. You can bring help & hope to millions of Americans living with this disease. Bring a team & participate. Go to www.alz.org/indiana for more info.
Annual Coat Drive & GospelFest
Saturday, September 19th, 1-5pm
Kmart Parking Lot, Portage
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, September 29, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
For more info, call Elaine @ 926-1345
Monday, August 24, 2009
This Week 8/24@HOPE for Portage
Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Prayer for our Community: Storm Damage in Chesterton Last week's storms brought much devastation to our brothers & sisters in Chesterton. Please continue to pray for them as they continue to clean up and repair. Praise God for His protection over peoples' lives during the storm.
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Lakeview Baptist Church
This week, we are praying for Lakeview Baptist Church. We thank God for placing them in our community! Thank God for their pastor, Ronnie Cox. Pray for God's blessing and leading on this congregation. May they serve as a faithful witness for Jesus Christ, brightly shining His light into our community and beyond.
3. School of the Week: Portage High School, Caren Swickard (Principal)
4. Pray for Ministry Needs from our Community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Bridge Community Church: youth & family pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
5. Watchword for the week from Scripture: Jesus says, "The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life." John 6:63
137 ~Up 1!!! Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving! 137 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community. We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ! Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Ministry Opportunity
ACCOMPANIST NEEDED
Portage 1st United Methodist Church
Portage First United Methodist Church is seeking applicants for the position of Accompanist, which will be open as of September 1. This is a part-time job position that has responsibilities on Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings (8:30 & 10:00 worship services). At the minimum,this person would need to have piano skills, the ability to read printed music, and availability year-round. This person will need to be able not only to "perform" but to help lead worship with music. Ideally, we would love to have someone with both piano and organ abilities. A full job description is available upon request to the church office. Call (219) 762-3846 Questions can be addresses to SPRC Chairperson Dan Brubaker or to Senior Pastor Dennis Ticen.
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS:
Angel Food
Order must be received by August 15, 9:30- 11am
Pickup Date: August 29, 9:30-11:00am
Family Bible Church office, 3190 Lancer, Suite A Portage
You can now order online!!! www.fbcportage.org
For more info, call 841-9864 or visit www.fbcportage.org
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, August 25, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Speaker: Pastor Kathy Evans
For more info, call Elaine @ 926-1345
FOCUS Bible Study
Saturday, August 29th, 9am-1pm
House of Prayer Church, 2738 Blake Rd, Portage
FOCUS Men's Ministry will be sponsoring a bible study on Saturday.
We will break for lunch around 11:00 and then resume the bible study.
Even though the men's ministry is sponsoring this, everyone is welcome to attend.
For more info, call 938-2208
Developing a Supernatural Lifestyle
September 4-6
Bethel Valparaiso, 552 Morthland Dr (US 30), Valpo
Kris Vallottton will be speaking
For more info, www.bethelvalpo.com/kris-vallotton
1. Prayer for our Community: Storm Damage in Chesterton Last week's storms brought much devastation to our brothers & sisters in Chesterton. Please continue to pray for them as they continue to clean up and repair. Praise God for His protection over peoples' lives during the storm.
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Lakeview Baptist Church
This week, we are praying for Lakeview Baptist Church. We thank God for placing them in our community! Thank God for their pastor, Ronnie Cox. Pray for God's blessing and leading on this congregation. May they serve as a faithful witness for Jesus Christ, brightly shining His light into our community and beyond.
3. School of the Week: Portage High School, Caren Swickard (Principal)
4. Pray for Ministry Needs from our Community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Bridge Community Church: youth & family pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
5. Watchword for the week from Scripture: Jesus says, "The words that I have spoken to you are spirit and life." John 6:63
137 ~Up 1!!! Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving! 137 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community. We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ! Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Ministry Opportunity
ACCOMPANIST NEEDED
Portage 1st United Methodist Church
Portage First United Methodist Church is seeking applicants for the position of Accompanist, which will be open as of September 1. This is a part-time job position that has responsibilities on Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings (8:30 & 10:00 worship services). At the minimum,this person would need to have piano skills, the ability to read printed music, and availability year-round. This person will need to be able not only to "perform" but to help lead worship with music. Ideally, we would love to have someone with both piano and organ abilities. A full job description is available upon request to the church office. Call (219) 762-3846 Questions can be addresses to SPRC Chairperson Dan Brubaker or to Senior Pastor Dennis Ticen.
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS:
Angel Food
Order must be received by August 15, 9:30- 11am
Pickup Date: August 29, 9:30-11:00am
Family Bible Church office, 3190 Lancer, Suite A Portage
You can now order online!!! www.fbcportage.org
For more info, call 841-9864 or visit www.fbcportage.org
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, August 25, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Speaker: Pastor Kathy Evans
For more info, call Elaine @ 926-1345
FOCUS Bible Study
Saturday, August 29th, 9am-1pm
House of Prayer Church, 2738 Blake Rd, Portage
FOCUS Men's Ministry will be sponsoring a bible study on Saturday.
We will break for lunch around 11:00 and then resume the bible study.
Even though the men's ministry is sponsoring this, everyone is welcome to attend.
For more info, call 938-2208
Developing a Supernatural Lifestyle
September 4-6
Bethel Valparaiso, 552 Morthland Dr (US 30), Valpo
Kris Vallottton will be speaking
For more info, www.bethelvalpo.com/kris-vallotton
Monday, August 10, 2009
This Week 8/10 @ HOPE for Portage
Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Prayer for our Community: Judges & Law Enforcement Officials Thank God for those called to serve as judges and law enforcement officials in our area! Pray for physical and emotional protection for them as they serve. Pray for strength and peace for their families. Pray that they will become agents of God's hand to resist evil and preserve an environment in which heaven's justice can increase! "How blessed are those who keep justice, who practice righteousness at all times!" Ps. 106:3
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Holy Cross Lutheran Church
This week, we are praying for Holy Cross Lutheran Church. We thank God for placing them in our community. Pray for their pastor, Tim Engel. God has used this body to minister to our fireman in Portage! Pray for continued outreach opportunities! May they continue as a faithful witness for Jesus Christ, brightly shining His light into our community and beyond.
3. Pray for Ministry Needs from our Community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Bridge Community Church: youth & family pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
4. Watchword for the week from Scripture: Jesus says, "Very truly, I tell you, whoever believes has eternal life." John 6:47
129
Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving! 129 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community. We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ! Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
PHS Prayer Walk
This Sunday, August 16th, 4:30pm
Meet in front of Portage High School East @ Indian Head
Let's pray onsite with insight!!!!Rain or shine, we will be gathering to pray for the students, staff, and administrators of Portage Township Schools.If you are unable to walk, bring a chair and come pray!Sponsored by Portage Campus Life.
Don't miss it!!!!!!!
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS:
Jesus Culture Chicagoland
August 12-14
Valparaiso University
Cost: $50 before 7/31; $60 after 7/31
Contact: Darren @ 530-246-6000 or chicago@jesusculture.org
For more info: www.jesusculture.org
Book Bag Give Away
Saturday, August 15, 10am
New Hope Church of God, 712 N 450 W, South Haven area
Free bookbags to first 100 Children present
Ages: 5-18
Child must be present to win!
For more info, call church @ 759-1533
Angel Food
Order must be received by August 15, 9:30- 11am
Pickup Date: August 29, 9:30-11:00am
Family Bible Church office, 3190 Lancer, Suite A Portage
You can now order online!!! www.fbcportage.org
For more info, call 841-9864 or visit www.fbcportage.org
Flywheel Family Movie Night
Sunday, August 16th, 5:30pm
Portage First Assembly of God, 2386 Willowcreek Rd.
Cost: FREE!
Call the church office for more info 762-2415
Co-Ed 4 on 4 Sand Volleyball Tournament
August 22nd, Starts at 8:30am
Portage First Assembly of God, 2386 Willowcreek Rd.
$100 cash prize
$40 entry fee
All proceeds go to the youth ministry at PFA
Call James at 762-2415 for more info
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, August 25, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Speaker: Pastor Kathy Evans
For more info, call Elaine @ 926-1345
Check us out on the web: www.freedomvoices.net
Feel free to forward this email to your friends!
For more information about HOPE for Portage or to have your church/ministry activities listed, reply to this email or contact Julie @763-2325
1. Prayer for our Community: Judges & Law Enforcement Officials Thank God for those called to serve as judges and law enforcement officials in our area! Pray for physical and emotional protection for them as they serve. Pray for strength and peace for their families. Pray that they will become agents of God's hand to resist evil and preserve an environment in which heaven's justice can increase! "How blessed are those who keep justice, who practice righteousness at all times!" Ps. 106:3
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Holy Cross Lutheran Church
This week, we are praying for Holy Cross Lutheran Church. We thank God for placing them in our community. Pray for their pastor, Tim Engel. God has used this body to minister to our fireman in Portage! Pray for continued outreach opportunities! May they continue as a faithful witness for Jesus Christ, brightly shining His light into our community and beyond.
3. Pray for Ministry Needs from our Community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Bridge Community Church: youth & family pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
4. Watchword for the week from Scripture: Jesus says, "Very truly, I tell you, whoever believes has eternal life." John 6:47
129
Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving! 129 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community. We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ! Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
PHS Prayer Walk
This Sunday, August 16th, 4:30pm
Meet in front of Portage High School East @ Indian Head
Let's pray onsite with insight!!!!Rain or shine, we will be gathering to pray for the students, staff, and administrators of Portage Township Schools.If you are unable to walk, bring a chair and come pray!Sponsored by Portage Campus Life.
Don't miss it!!!!!!!
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS:
Jesus Culture Chicagoland
August 12-14
Valparaiso University
Cost: $50 before 7/31; $60 after 7/31
Contact: Darren @ 530-246-6000 or chicago@jesusculture.org
For more info: www.jesusculture.org
Book Bag Give Away
Saturday, August 15, 10am
New Hope Church of God, 712 N 450 W, South Haven area
Free bookbags to first 100 Children present
Ages: 5-18
Child must be present to win!
For more info, call church @ 759-1533
Angel Food
Order must be received by August 15, 9:30- 11am
Pickup Date: August 29, 9:30-11:00am
Family Bible Church office, 3190 Lancer, Suite A Portage
You can now order online!!! www.fbcportage.org
For more info, call 841-9864 or visit www.fbcportage.org
Flywheel Family Movie Night
Sunday, August 16th, 5:30pm
Portage First Assembly of God, 2386 Willowcreek Rd.
Cost: FREE!
Call the church office for more info 762-2415
Co-Ed 4 on 4 Sand Volleyball Tournament
August 22nd, Starts at 8:30am
Portage First Assembly of God, 2386 Willowcreek Rd.
$100 cash prize
$40 entry fee
All proceeds go to the youth ministry at PFA
Call James at 762-2415 for more info
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, August 25, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Speaker: Pastor Kathy Evans
For more info, call Elaine @ 926-1345
Check us out on the web: www.freedomvoices.net
Feel free to forward this email to your friends!
For more information about HOPE for Portage or to have your church/ministry activities listed, reply to this email or contact Julie @763-2325
Monday, July 27, 2009
This Week 7/27 @HOPE for Portage
Here is what's happening this week....
HOPE for Portage, A House of Prayerful Expectation
Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Prayer for our Community: Unemployed People Pray that God would meet the needs of those that are unemployed or underemployed in our community. Pray that they would find meaningful work and praise God for it! Pray that God would open the way for righteous trade so that the entire city would prosper in God's provision. Pray for ministries like First Contact, Salvation Army, Portage Food Pantry, St Vincent de Paul, Gabriel's Horn, and the Portage Resale Shop that are ministering to these individuals, offering hope, help, dignity, and the Gospel of Jesus Christ! Thank God for these ministers and pray about how you can be involved!
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Church of Jesus Christ
This week, we are praying for the Church of Jesus Christ. We thank God for placing them in our community. Pray for their pastor, Jarrett Spence. May they continue as faithful witnesses for Jesus Christ, brightly shining His light into our community and beyond.
3. Pray for Ministry Needs from our Community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Bridge Community Church: youth & family pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
Other Ministry Requests:
First Contact: With the economic downturn, their opportunities to minister are greatly increased. Pray for the resources they need to help those in need. Pray for the many families in our area facing possible homelessness.
Vacation Bible Schools this week:
Portage 1st United Methodist Church
4. Watchword for the week from Scripture: The Lord is faithful in all his words, and gracious in all his deeds. Psalm 145:13
129
10 more people have come to know Christ! PRAISE GOD! Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving!129 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community. We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ! Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Area Vacation Bible School
Let us know your Who? What? Where? When and How? and we'll pray & help get the word out!!
Camp EDGE
July 27-31, 6:30-8:30pm
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool
For more info, call Rachael @364-2082 or
email mymillertime@comcast.net
Crocodile Dock VBS
August 2-6, 6:00-8:30pm
Grace Nazarene Church, 5360 Clem Rd, Portage
There will be Bible stories, songs, crafts, games and snacks for age 4-5th grade.
Sunday, August 2 at 5:00 we will kick off the week with a cookout for children and their families. Our mission project will be collecting school supplies for the Salvation Army's "Stuff the Bus" project. All children are encouraged to bring school supplies for those children in need in Porter County. FYI: Call (219)762-7179 or visit www.yourhomeforhope.org.
Ministry Opportunity
Youth & Family Ministry Pastor @ The Bridge
The Bridge is seeking a Pastor for youth and family ministry, who is comfortable
with a coffeehouse style worship that is growing every quarter. The Bridge is a young church that is very intentional in creating a highly relational, authentic culture that is effective both inside and outside the walls of the church building. We desire that our youth ministry be a vital active part of the church at large, not just a cool hangout for entertainment.
We are very intentional in regards to reaching our city and beyond and seek a person
capable of working within a team structure. Initially, the right candidate will need
to be bi-vocational (9-12 months), and then move to fulltime ministry.
Compensation and benefits: • Salary based on entry level scale
• Benefits include allowance for Housing and Health Insurance
• Paid Vacation and holiday leave
• Continuing Education
Check us out at www.bridgecc:info
Please forward resume to: thebridg@thebridgecommunitychurch.org
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS:
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, July 28, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Speaker: Ellen Stanley
For more info, call Elaine @ 926-1345
August Rush
Saturday, August 8th, starts at 10am
Portage 1st United Methodist, 2637 McCool, Portage
Join them for a day-long summer celebration event for the entire family starting at 10:00 AM! Events include: Car Show, Baseball Camp for kids, Live Music, Slow-Pitch Softball games, carnival games, a dunk tank, inflatable jumpers, face painting,
food, fun, and much, much more! Starting at 4:30 PM, local comedian Don Tersigni will take the stage, followed by up and coming Christian Music Group Sidewalk Prophets. Tickets for the day’s events are $10.00 (13 and older), $5.00 (ages 2-12),and FREE for children under the age 2. Tickets will cost $5.00 more the day of the event. Call 219-762-3846 for event information and ticket purchases.
Jesus Culture Chicagoland
August 12-14
Valparaiso University
Cost: $50 before 7/31; $60 after 7/31
Contact: Darren @ 530-246-6000 or chicago@jesusculture.org
For more info: www.jesusculture.org
Book Bag Give Away
Saturday, August 15, 10am
New Hope Church of God, 712 N 450 W, South Haven area
Free bookbags to first 100 Children present
Ages: 5-18
Child must be present to win!
For more info, call church @ 759-1533
Angel Food
Order must be received by August 15, 9:30- 11am
Pickup Date: August 29, 9:30-11:00am
Family Bible Church office, 3190 Lancer, Suite A Portage
You can now order online!!! www.fbcportage.org
For more info, call 841-9864 or visit www.fbcportage.org
Check us out on the web: www.freedomvoices.net
Feel free to forward this email to your friends!
For more information about HOPE for Portage or to have your church/ministry activities listed, reply to this email or contact Julie @763-2325
HOPE for Portage, A House of Prayerful Expectation
Ways to Pray & Praise this Week for our Community:
1. Prayer for our Community: Unemployed People Pray that God would meet the needs of those that are unemployed or underemployed in our community. Pray that they would find meaningful work and praise God for it! Pray that God would open the way for righteous trade so that the entire city would prosper in God's provision. Pray for ministries like First Contact, Salvation Army, Portage Food Pantry, St Vincent de Paul, Gabriel's Horn, and the Portage Resale Shop that are ministering to these individuals, offering hope, help, dignity, and the Gospel of Jesus Christ! Thank God for these ministers and pray about how you can be involved!
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Church of Jesus Christ
This week, we are praying for the Church of Jesus Christ. We thank God for placing them in our community. Pray for their pastor, Jarrett Spence. May they continue as faithful witnesses for Jesus Christ, brightly shining His light into our community and beyond.
3. Pray for Ministry Needs from our Community:
Churches searching for new Pastors:
Real Life Community Church: lead/senior pastor
Portage Church of Christ: senior pastor
Bridge Community Church: youth & family pastor
Pastors battling health issues:
Pastor Dannie Tackett, Church of God of Prophecy
Pastor Pat Persuhn, Redeemed Christian Center
Other Ministry Requests:
First Contact: With the economic downturn, their opportunities to minister are greatly increased. Pray for the resources they need to help those in need. Pray for the many families in our area facing possible homelessness.
Vacation Bible Schools this week:
Portage 1st United Methodist Church
4. Watchword for the week from Scripture: The Lord is faithful in all his words, and gracious in all his deeds. Psalm 145:13
129
10 more people have come to know Christ! PRAISE GOD! Keep praying for more to begin and grow in their relationship with Christ! Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving!129 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2009 in our community. We praise God for each one who has begun their walk of faith in Christ! Pray that they would be rooted and grounded in the faith. Let's plunder hell and populate heaven!
Area Vacation Bible School
Let us know your Who? What? Where? When and How? and we'll pray & help get the word out!!
Camp EDGE
July 27-31, 6:30-8:30pm
Portage 1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool
For more info, call Rachael @364-2082 or
email mymillertime@comcast.net
Crocodile Dock VBS
August 2-6, 6:00-8:30pm
Grace Nazarene Church, 5360 Clem Rd, Portage
There will be Bible stories, songs, crafts, games and snacks for age 4-5th grade.
Sunday, August 2 at 5:00 we will kick off the week with a cookout for children and their families. Our mission project will be collecting school supplies for the Salvation Army's "Stuff the Bus" project. All children are encouraged to bring school supplies for those children in need in Porter County. FYI: Call (219)762-7179 or visit www.yourhomeforhope.org.
Ministry Opportunity
Youth & Family Ministry Pastor @ The Bridge
The Bridge is seeking a Pastor for youth and family ministry, who is comfortable
with a coffeehouse style worship that is growing every quarter. The Bridge is a young church that is very intentional in creating a highly relational, authentic culture that is effective both inside and outside the walls of the church building. We desire that our youth ministry be a vital active part of the church at large, not just a cool hangout for entertainment.
We are very intentional in regards to reaching our city and beyond and seek a person
capable of working within a team structure. Initially, the right candidate will need
to be bi-vocational (9-12 months), and then move to fulltime ministry.
Compensation and benefits: • Salary based on entry level scale
• Benefits include allowance for Housing and Health Insurance
• Paid Vacation and holiday leave
• Continuing Education
Check us out at www.bridgecc:info
Please forward resume to: thebridg@thebridgecommunitychurch.org
COMMUNITY HAPPENINGS:
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, July 28, 6:30pm
Westchester Public Library Service Center, 100 W Indiana, Chesterton
Speaker: Ellen Stanley
For more info, call Elaine @ 926-1345
August Rush
Saturday, August 8th, starts at 10am
Portage 1st United Methodist, 2637 McCool, Portage
Join them for a day-long summer celebration event for the entire family starting at 10:00 AM! Events include: Car Show, Baseball Camp for kids, Live Music, Slow-Pitch Softball games, carnival games, a dunk tank, inflatable jumpers, face painting,
food, fun, and much, much more! Starting at 4:30 PM, local comedian Don Tersigni will take the stage, followed by up and coming Christian Music Group Sidewalk Prophets. Tickets for the day’s events are $10.00 (13 and older), $5.00 (ages 2-12),and FREE for children under the age 2. Tickets will cost $5.00 more the day of the event. Call 219-762-3846 for event information and ticket purchases.
Jesus Culture Chicagoland
August 12-14
Valparaiso University
Cost: $50 before 7/31; $60 after 7/31
Contact: Darren @ 530-246-6000 or chicago@jesusculture.org
For more info: www.jesusculture.org
Book Bag Give Away
Saturday, August 15, 10am
New Hope Church of God, 712 N 450 W, South Haven area
Free bookbags to first 100 Children present
Ages: 5-18
Child must be present to win!
For more info, call church @ 759-1533
Angel Food
Order must be received by August 15, 9:30- 11am
Pickup Date: August 29, 9:30-11:00am
Family Bible Church office, 3190 Lancer, Suite A Portage
You can now order online!!! www.fbcportage.org
For more info, call 841-9864 or visit www.fbcportage.org
Check us out on the web: www.freedomvoices.net
Feel free to forward this email to your friends!
For more information about HOPE for Portage or to have your church/ministry activities listed, reply to this email or contact Julie @763-2325
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