1. Pray for the news media in this area. Pray for people throughout the industries of broadcasst and print media to come to kno Jesus personally. Pray that attitudes of cynicism will be changed. Pray for those who love Christ to be strengthened in wisdom and favor. May we see more in their work that carries virtue and conveys kingdom values throughout our community. Pray for the editors of our papers that they would know what to include and what to leave out. Pray that they would do justly, love mercy and walk humbly with God.
2. Church/Ministry of the Week: Portage United Pentecostal Church
We thank God for Portage United Pentecostal Church. Please pray for God's blessing & leading for them. Thank God for their senior pastor, James Fielder, as well as their other staff members. Praise God for the effective witness they are having in our community. May Christ's kingdom expand through His body in this region!
3. School of the Week: South Haven Elementary School
Please pray for South Haven Elementary school. Principal is Mr. Evans. Thank God for the turn around that has happened in this school over the past few years. Thank God for the teachers & staff who serve our community daily. Pray for safety of each one there. Pray for wisdom and insight as they minister to our children!
4. Praise & Pray for Upcoming Community Outreaches:
(More information regarding each event is listed in the Community Happenings section)
Heaven's Gates, Hell's Flames: September 14,15,16. Pray for this evangelistic community outreach. For more info, see below.
Albaster Box Concert: September 14th @ The Bridge
GospelFest: September 20th, Kmart Parking Lot
Fire Proof: Pray for this movie outreach coming to our area in September. This is the first time in 4 years that a clear presentation of the gospel of Jesus Christ will be in theaters around our nation.
Code Blue II: October 3, Dominion Life Changing Ministries, pray for team planning this outreach for students
ShareFest: Pray for the identification of the community projects. ShareFest is Saturday, October 11. Pray for all 4 ShareFest teams: Valpo, Portage, Chesterton & Kouts. Pray for increased unity throughout the churches of Northwest Indiana. May we be one for the sake of Christ Jesus! If you would like to receive specific prayer updates for ShareFest, sign up for the prayer chain by going to www.sharefestpc.org
5. Praises from Short-Term Missions Trips:
Pastor Randy Forsythe reports on his recent trip to the Ukraine: "SLAVABOLGA (sla-va-BULL) That is Ukrainian for "Praise the Lord!" What a wonderful time I had in the Lord in Ukraine. Please thank everyone for their prayers. God's word was true in that the harvest was plentiful. There were 24 saved, 60 kids attended our VBS, we passed out over 100 bookbags at the orphanage, and we passed out over 100 food baskets for the needy. In addition, we met our objective and started a new church in the village of Valdarka (pop. 7000) with 30 at the first Sunday School. Please continue to pray for Pastor Andre and this new church in Valdarka, where there was no church."6. Praise God for 8 years for HOPE for Portage: We are praising God that Tuesday, Sept 9th, marks 8 years of ministry to the Portage community through HOPE for Portage. Please join with us in thanking God for what He has done as we have dared to believe that He would bring unity and revival to Northwest Indiana. We are seeing the beginnings and believing Him for more. We would appreciate your prayers as well as we continue on this journey! A special "thank you" to those who have stood and prayed with us over the last 8 years. God bless you!!!
7. Watchword for the week from Scripture: Give me understanding, O God, that I may keep your law and observe it with my whole heart. Psalm 119:34
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Up 3. GO GOD!! Today is the 252nd day of 2008 and we have seen 253 salvations.
Join us in praying for atleast 1 soul a day! 365 salvations for 2008!!! We are on track!
We have had more salvations reported so far this year than any other year!
Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving!
253 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2008 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:
KIDS ALIVE IN AFRICA = UPCLOSE AND PERSONAL
Tuesday, September 9, 7:30am
Tates Restaurant on Willowcreek, Portage
Kids Alive national Field Director Jim Kongwa from Zambia will be speaking at
the Portage Rotary Club. The meeting is open to the public. You can order off
the menu and/or you can just come to hear them share about the impact of the Kids Alive
ministry to orphaned and suffering children in these countries. If you have any questions,
feel free to contact Phyllis at Kids Alive (464-9035) or Phyllis@kidsalive.org.
9-11 Remembrance Service
Thursday, September 11, 8:30am
Portage City Hall Lawn
Sponsored by the Mayor's Office
Portage United Methodist Church Rummage & Bake Sale
September 11, 9am-7pm
September 12, 9am-3pm
1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool Rd, Portage
Proceeds go to the church's Women's Society.
For more info, 762-3846
Discovering God's Dream
Women's Conference Simulcast
Saturday, September 13th
Liberty Bible Church, Chesterton
This satellite simulcast will feature 4 very popular women speakers:
Karen Kingsbury, Carol Kent, Thelma Wells and Angela Thomas.
The theme is "Discovering God's Dream". The cost of the day is $15 and includes a box lunch.
Tickets can be purchased at Liberty Bookstore which is open to the public MTTHF from 10-4:30, W-10-7 or Sun 9-1. For more information you can call Sue Erow at 926-2230.
Till Death Do Us Part...Saving Your Marriage & Relationships
Free Marriage Workshop
Sunday, September 14th, 2:30-5:30pm
Ogden Dunes Community Church, 116 Hillcrest Dr, Ogden Dunes
Workshop is free. For more info, call Sonia @805-1720
Alabaster Box Concert
Sunday evening, September 14th,
The Bridge Community Church, 2874 Monnier, Portage
Cost : $5 in advance, $8 @ door
Up 3. GO GOD!! Today is the 252nd day of 2008 and we have seen 253 salvations.
Join us in praying for atleast 1 soul a day! 365 salvations for 2008!!! We are on track!
We have had more salvations reported so far this year than any other year!
Keep sending us your reports of salvation. God is moving!
253 is the number of known salvations reported so far for 2008 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:
KIDS ALIVE IN AFRICA = UPCLOSE AND PERSONAL
Tuesday, September 9, 7:30am
Tates Restaurant on Willowcreek, Portage
Kids Alive national Field Director Jim Kongwa from Zambia will be speaking at
the Portage Rotary Club. The meeting is open to the public. You can order off
the menu and/or you can just come to hear them share about the impact of the Kids Alive
ministry to orphaned and suffering children in these countries. If you have any questions,
feel free to contact Phyllis at Kids Alive (464-9035) or Phyllis@kidsalive.org.
9-11 Remembrance Service
Thursday, September 11, 8:30am
Portage City Hall Lawn
Sponsored by the Mayor's Office
Portage United Methodist Church Rummage & Bake Sale
September 11, 9am-7pm
September 12, 9am-3pm
1st United Methodist Church, 2637 McCool Rd, Portage
Proceeds go to the church's Women's Society.
For more info, 762-3846
Discovering God's Dream
Women's Conference Simulcast
Saturday, September 13th
Liberty Bible Church, Chesterton
This satellite simulcast will feature 4 very popular women speakers:
Karen Kingsbury, Carol Kent, Thelma Wells and Angela Thomas.
The theme is "Discovering God's Dream". The cost of the day is $15 and includes a box lunch.
Tickets can be purchased at Liberty Bookstore which is open to the public MTTHF from 10-4:30, W-10-7 or Sun 9-1. For more information you can call Sue Erow at 926-2230.
Till Death Do Us Part...Saving Your Marriage & Relationships
Free Marriage Workshop
Sunday, September 14th, 2:30-5:30pm
Ogden Dunes Community Church, 116 Hillcrest Dr, Ogden Dunes
Workshop is free. For more info, call Sonia @805-1720
Alabaster Box Concert
Sunday evening, September 14th,
The Bridge Community Church, 2874 Monnier, Portage
Cost : $5 in advance, $8 @ door
BRING A CAN OF FOOD TO HELP THE HUNGRY & HOMELESS!
Also playing during their morning church services.
Tickets are now available at church office on
Mon, Tues, Thurs 10am-2pm or on the web
On the web at www.bridgecc.info or
http://www.myspace.com/alabasterbox
Heaven's Gates, Hell's Flames
September 14,15,16, 7pm
New Hope Church of God
Free tickets are now available for this evangelistic community outreach
For more info, contact Jeff Wright at 759-5537 or NJWright12@comcast.net
Volunteers are needed to assist in the drama, prayer, and childcare.
Please contact Jeff for more info.
GospelFest & Coat Drive
Saturday, September 20th, 12 noon- 6pm
KMart Parking Lot, Portage
Hosted by Grace Baptist Church
Come out for an afternoon filled with great music celebrating Christ.
Bring a coat to help the needy!
South Haven Firefighters Fundraising Cookout
Friday, September 26, 5-9pm
Held at Bridge Community Church, 2874 Monnier St, Portage
There will be food available for purchase. Music for your enjoyment.
The Disaster Relief trailer will be available for your viewing.
100% of the proceeds go to South Haven Fire Department.
Come out and support those who serve our community!
FIREPROOF
September 26,27,28
Cinemark, Porter Vale Shopping Center, Valparaiso
This evangelistic and family strengthening movie is schedule to show in Valpo opening weekend.
Over 1300 tickets for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of opening weekend have already been sold!
Tickets are now available at the theater box office or www.fandango.com. For more info about Fireproof, please contact Scott Jones of
First Love Marriage Ministry at 219-476-5098 or219-405-3061 or visit
http://www.fireproofthemovie.com/ or http://www.fireproofmymarriage.com/index.php
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, September 30th, 6:30pm
Westchester Library Service Center, 100 W. Indiana, Chesterton
Join in an evening of fellowship, worship, teaching and prayer!
For more info, call Elaine 926-1345
Code Blue II for Our Youth
Friday, October 8, 2008, evening
Dominion Life Changing Ministries, 2709 Brandt St, Portage
Code Blue is a time for intercession for the youth in the surrounding areas.
For more info, contact Sarah at sarah_sharp@respitecareservices.org
HOPE's 1st Friday
Friday, October 3rd, 7:00pm
Ken & Zelba Miller's Home, 2251 Westwood Lane, Chesterton
Join with other believers as we intercede for our communities
For more info, contact Julie @763-2325 or reply to this email
LIFE CHAIN
Sunday, October 5th, 2-3pm
Central Ave and City Hall, Portage
The Life Chain is coming! This event brings together the power of the prayers
and public witness of people just like you gathering in 1,300 towns and cities all
over the US and Canada to stand up for the lives of innocent unborn children.
Signs for the Portage Life Chain will be available in front of City Hall on Central Avenue
at 1:45 that day. For more information call Kathy Heckman 762-8393
or visit www.lifechain.net
ShareFest
Saturday, October 11
www.sharefestpc.org
Save the date & make plans to participate!
3 Days: Whatever God Wants
October 17-19th
Bethel Valparaiso, 552 Morthland Dr, Valpo
This conference will feature worship pastors, Brian & Jenn Johnson, from
Bethel Church in Redding, California. Come for a time of worship and more!
For more info, contact church at www.bethelvalpo.com
or by phone 462-2211
New Covenant Women Conference with Darlene Bishop
Friday, October 31, 7pm (Men welcome), $25.
Saturday, November 1, 10am (Ladies only!)$35.
Living Word Sanctuary, 737 N. St. Rd. 149, Valparaiso
Limited seating; call early for tickets.
For info, call Marie (762-3884), Dorris (921-5381) or Cinta (763-9881)
Also playing during their morning church services.
Tickets are now available at church office on
Mon, Tues, Thurs 10am-2pm or on the web
On the web at www.bridgecc.info or
http://www.myspace.com/alabasterbox
Heaven's Gates, Hell's Flames
September 14,15,16, 7pm
New Hope Church of God
Free tickets are now available for this evangelistic community outreach
For more info, contact Jeff Wright at 759-5537 or NJWright12@comcast.net
Volunteers are needed to assist in the drama, prayer, and childcare.
Please contact Jeff for more info.
GospelFest & Coat Drive
Saturday, September 20th, 12 noon- 6pm
KMart Parking Lot, Portage
Hosted by Grace Baptist Church
Come out for an afternoon filled with great music celebrating Christ.
Bring a coat to help the needy!
South Haven Firefighters Fundraising Cookout
Friday, September 26, 5-9pm
Held at Bridge Community Church, 2874 Monnier St, Portage
There will be food available for purchase. Music for your enjoyment.
The Disaster Relief trailer will be available for your viewing.
100% of the proceeds go to South Haven Fire Department.
Come out and support those who serve our community!
FIREPROOF
September 26,27,28
Cinemark, Porter Vale Shopping Center, Valparaiso
This evangelistic and family strengthening movie is schedule to show in Valpo opening weekend.
Over 1300 tickets for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday of opening weekend have already been sold!
Tickets are now available at the theater box office or www.fandango.com. For more info about Fireproof, please contact Scott Jones of
First Love Marriage Ministry at 219-476-5098 or219-405-3061 or visit
http://www.fireproofthemovie.com/ or http://www.fireproofmymarriage.com/index.php
Duneland Aglow for Women
Tuesday, September 30th, 6:30pm
Westchester Library Service Center, 100 W. Indiana, Chesterton
Join in an evening of fellowship, worship, teaching and prayer!
For more info, call Elaine 926-1345
Code Blue II for Our Youth
Friday, October 8, 2008, evening
Dominion Life Changing Ministries, 2709 Brandt St, Portage
Code Blue is a time for intercession for the youth in the surrounding areas.
For more info, contact Sarah at sarah_sharp@respitecareservices.org
HOPE's 1st Friday
Friday, October 3rd, 7:00pm
Ken & Zelba Miller's Home, 2251 Westwood Lane, Chesterton
Join with other believers as we intercede for our communities
For more info, contact Julie @763-2325 or reply to this email
LIFE CHAIN
Sunday, October 5th, 2-3pm
Central Ave and City Hall, Portage
The Life Chain is coming! This event brings together the power of the prayers
and public witness of people just like you gathering in 1,300 towns and cities all
over the US and Canada to stand up for the lives of innocent unborn children.
Signs for the Portage Life Chain will be available in front of City Hall on Central Avenue
at 1:45 that day. For more information call Kathy Heckman 762-8393
or visit www.lifechain.net
ShareFest
Saturday, October 11
www.sharefestpc.org
Save the date & make plans to participate!
3 Days: Whatever God Wants
October 17-19th
Bethel Valparaiso, 552 Morthland Dr, Valpo
This conference will feature worship pastors, Brian & Jenn Johnson, from
Bethel Church in Redding, California. Come for a time of worship and more!
For more info, contact church at www.bethelvalpo.com
or by phone 462-2211
New Covenant Women Conference with Darlene Bishop
Friday, October 31, 7pm (Men welcome), $25.
Saturday, November 1, 10am (Ladies only!)$35.
Living Word Sanctuary, 737 N. St. Rd. 149, Valparaiso
Limited seating; call early for tickets.
For info, call Marie (762-3884), Dorris (921-5381) or Cinta (763-9881)
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