quarterly publication - Westminster Chapel of Bellevue
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quarterly publication - Westminster Chapel of Bellevue
WESTMINSTERCHAPEL NEXT STEPS FALL 2016 SEPT. 1 – NOV. 30 FIND YOUR GROW GROUP BELONG SUNDAY September 18 Pages 16-17 INTERGENERATIONAL IMPACT Explore opportunities in Family Ministry Page 25 HOLIDAY SEASON Special events and services Page 27 OFFICE HOURS Tuesday-Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Contents ADDRESS 13646 NE 24th Street Bellevue, WA 98005 (425) 747-1461 FAX (425) 643-7365 Find current ministry information & updates: westminster.org SUNDAY SERVICES 9:00 & 10:45 AM • Sanctuary EDITORIAL CREDITS VISUAL DESIGNER Carlo Skolrud EDITOR IN CHIEF Tiffany Sanders Alpha ............................. 12-13 Men .....................................30 Baptism .................................9 Mentoring ............................19 Become ....................... 2, 3, 19 Online Features .....................7 Begin ........................... 2, 3, 12 Operations ...........................32 Belong ................... 2, 3, 14 -17 Outreach ........................ 20-21 Beyond ...................2, 3, 20-21 Prayer ..................................31 Chapel Staff...........................5 Serve Groups .......................15 Christian Growth................ 8-9 Special Events .......................6 College............................17,24 Sunday Mornings .............. 8-9 Community Care ............ 18-19 Weekly Events ............... 10-11 Creative Arts .................. 26-27 Welcome ................................2 Facility Maps ................. 33-36 What We Believe ....................4 Family Ministries ........... 22-25 Who We Are ...........................4 Giving ..................................32 Women .......................... 28-29 Grow Groups ............. 14,16-17 Worship ....................... 8, 9, 26 Marriage Preparation ..........18 ASSOCIATE EDITOR Kailee Powers 1 Welcome! Gary Gulbranson Senior Pastor Welcome and thanks for your interest in what’s happening at Westminster Chapel. Inside these pages, you’ll find many opportunities to establish We are SO glad you’re here. Undoubtedly, one of the hardest things to do is to just SHOW UP. We hope you think about Westminster as a place where you can GROW UP in God with power beyond yourself and help from lots of people headed in the same direction. We think people grow in four specific areas. It's what we call the "Grow Cycle." It's not a ladder we climb once, but a cycle as we are continually developed by God from within us. • We grow when we find a safe place to BEGIN or begin again with God. relationships, grow, and • We grow when we find a place where we can BELONG and it’s ok to not be ok. make a difference. • We grow when we find a place to BECOME all God has created us to be. • We grow when we find a place to reach BEYOND ourselves and make an impact in our world. We want to be a church where all these things can happen. No matter where you are, we’re glad you’re here. 2 G RO W LE C Y C WESTMINSTER IS A FAMILY WHERE YOU CAN… The Grow C y we think abcle is the way growth. It's out spiritual not a climb once ladder we , but a cycle continually as we are de God from w veloped by ithin us. ...BEGIN Whether it’s your first time or your first time in a long time, you are welcome here. Join us Sunday mornings for worship upstairs or for age-related ministry downstairs. More opportunities to BEGIN can be found on page 12. ...BELONG Find a place to know and be known. Join a Grow Group to find your place of connection. A listing of available groups can be found on pages 15-17. ...BECOME We are better when we understand and exercise our gifts together. Join a mentoring relationship to help you grow. To learn more fill out a profile card at westminster.org/MENTORING ...REACH BEYOND Growth moves us towards making an impact. Join us to see the difference we can make reaching beyond ourselves. Opportunities to REACH BEYOND can be found on pages 20-21. What will your next step be? 3 Who we are OUR VISION We exist to lead people into loving and life-changing relationships with God and each other. OUR FAMILY VALUES 1 We are a worshipping family, therefore we value creating sacred space where we encounter the character, wonder and mystery of God. 2 We are a diverse family, therefore we value uniting diverse people to glorify God through the oneness of spirit and purpose. 3 OUR RALLYING CRY We are a loving family, therefore we value cultivating loving relationships as the primary pathway for spiritual transformation. 4 Redeeming God's family; restoring God's world. We are a growing family, therefore we value communicating God's unchanging Word. 5 We are a graceful family, therefore we value reaching lost people and leading them to faith in Christ and relationship within the family. 6 We are a lasting family, therefore we value investing in emerging leaders who will influence the world for generations to come. Ephesians 3-4; 1 Timothy 5; I Corinthians 12:12-26 We believe that Jesus Christ was begotten by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary, and is true God and true man. Often a visitor will ask, “What do you believe? ” Our response touches on these key areas... We believe in the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments as being verbally inspired by God and completely inerrant in the original writings and of supreme and final authority in faith and life. We believe in one God, eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. 4 We believe that man was created in the image of God; that he sinned, and thereby incurred not only physical death, but also spiritual death which is separation from God; and that all human beings are born with a sinful nature, and, in the case of those who reach moral responsibility, become sinners in thought, word, and deed. We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, as a representative and substitutionary sacrifice; and that all who believe in Him are justified on the ground of His shed blood. We believe in the resurrection of the crucified body of our Lord, in His ascension into Heaven, and His present life for us as High Priest and Advocate. We believe in “that blessed hope,” the personal, premillenial, and imminent return of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We believe that all who receive by faith the Lord Jesus Christ are born of the Holy Spirit and thereby become children of God, a relationship in which they are eternally secure. We believe that all who are born of the Holy Spirit belong to the one true Church, the Body of Christ. We believe in the bodily resurrection of the just and of the unjust, the everlasting blessedness of the saved, and the everlasting conscious punishment of the lost. We believe that God created men and women equal and unique. Both are coheirs in the grace and forgiveness of God with access by grace through faith to all the gifts God has given through His Son. We believe that God created the unique covenant of marriage as a life-long commitment between one man and one woman. We believe that God established local authority in the form of godly and qualified elders. The church functions best when the members exist under the authority of biblical eldership. CHAPEL STAFF 425 -747-1461 Gary Gulbranson, ext. 123 Senior Pastor Austin McNamara, ext. 103 Production Assistant/Lighting Designer Sondra Beck, ext. 143 Minister of Operations * Ali Najar Custodian Laurey Berteig, ext. 118 Executive Pastor of Strategy/ Creative Arts Luke Pamer, ext. 174 Video Producer Leanna Busse, ext. 139 Language Academy Instructor Darrel Claussen, ext. 169 Facilities Foreman Martha Clay, ext. 167 Elementary Director Matt Conrad, ext. 125 Executive Pastor of Spiritual Growth & Outreach Kjirsten Davies, ext. 116 Early Life Director Christian Downs, ext. 142 Alpha Regional Director Brendan Erazo, ext. 120 Technical Director Arlene Finley, ext. 105 Minister of Worship Ceri Fox, ext. 127 Family Ministries Admin. Assistant * Maria Gonzalez Custodian Brandon Hall, ext. 155 High School Director * Leland Hetrick Custodian Tim Huffman, ext. 102 Senior Accountant * Roy Jones Custodian Holly Pankratz, ext. 129 Minister of Care/Women Steve Parsons, ext. 159 Pastor of Benevolence/Care/Men Kay Weaver, ext. 106 Community Engagement Administrative Assistant Bree'anna Walberg, ext. 158 Worship & Arts Associate Faye Yip, ext. 154 Outreach Admin. Assistant LuAnne Zaeske, ext. 110 Executive Assistant to Senior & Executive Pastor Mark Pedrin, ext. 139 Minister of Community Engagement Kailee Powers, ext. 136 Project Manager & First Impressions Coordinator Sylvia Ramquist, ext. 141 Minister of Outreach Seth Redden, ext. 124 Middle School Director Delores Reeves, ext. 130 Bookkeeper Jenny Rueb, ext. 186 Care/Groups (Women, Men, Connecting) Administrative Assistant David Sanders, ext. 115 Sr. Director of Counseling & Visitation Tiffany Sanders, ext. 135 Director of Communications Carlo Skolrud, ext. 164 Visual Designer * James Terry Custodian Lynn Von Seggern, ext. 100 Office Coordinator Dan Vandewarker, ext. 126 Family Ministries Pastor For emergency custodial assistance call: 425-753-3926 or 425-753-3930 To email a staff member, use the following guide: first name + first initial of last [email protected]. Example: [email protected] * Exception: To contact our custodians, please email Darrel Claussen at [email protected]. 5 Special Events SEPTEMBER OCTOBER 4 • Labor Day Carnival 2 6 • Griefshare • Pursuit • Elementary Parent Lunch 7 • Choir Rehearsals Resume • Divorce Care • Awana Registration • Helping Hands 7 • Mommy and Me 7-8 • Mission Fest 9 • MS/HS Meet & Greet 13 • Women and Men at Work Dinner 9 • MS Friday Night Fun 11 • "We Will Remember" 9/11 Service • Alpha Course Begins 13 • Tuesday Morning Women's Bible Study Begins 14 • Awana Launch • Womens Wednesday Evening Bible Study Begins 16 • ESOL Alpha/Beta 18 • Belong Sunday 22 • The Gap Begins 23 • Japanese Womens Christian Luncheon 24 • Choir Retreat • Japanese Christian Luncheon • Breakfast with the Guys • HS Laser Tag 25 • Elementary Potluck • Marriage Course • Mentoring Kick Off 14-15 • The Secrets of Influential Parenting Conference 21 • MS Laser Tag 22 • HS Lights Out 9-23 • Renewal Food Bank Food Drive SAVE THE DATES NOVEMBER DECEMBER 4 • Mommy and Me 10-11 • Christmas Pops 4-5 • Women's Healing Prayer Retreat 24 5-6 • Lake Washington Symphony Concert • Northwest Christmas • Candlelight Service 25 • Christmas Day Service 12 • HS Broom Ball 13 • MS/HS Parent Meeting 17 • Intercultural Thanksgiving Dinner 23 • Thanksgiving Eve Service Communion Service 6 Stay Up to Date! Visit westminster.org • • • • • • • COMING THIS F ALL This September we launch a new platform to replace “The City” called “W estminster Onli ne.” This will be wh ere you’ll find ke y online informa tion regarding ev en newsletters, gro ts, w groups, child ren’s check in, and m ore! Stay tuned over the next fe w weeks for more informati on regarding this transition. Registration Event information Give online Watch sermons Get involved Find a Grow Group Submit a prayer request AND MUCH MORE! CHURCH APP twitter.com/WC_Bellevue Calendar, Events, Messages, Videos, Newsfeeds, maps and more! Downloadable for Android & iOS facebook.com/WCBellevue @westminster_chapel Kailee Powers Project Manager and First Impressions Coordinator [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 136 Tiffany Sanders Director of Communications [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 135 Carlo Skolrud Visual Designer [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 164 77 Sunday Mornings CHRISTIAN GROWTH CLASSES Gary Gulbranson Senior Pastor Care & Adult Ed. [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 123 LuAnne Zaeske Executive Assistant to Senior Pastor [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 110 9:00 REGULAR SUNDAY SERVICE in the Sanctuary Join us for worship and a message from the Bible! GRACE BASED FAMILIES (1ST & 3RD SUNDAYS OF THE MONTH) ROOM 310 VARIOUS TEACHERS This group is a safe place for people to talk about real issues that arise in a family and maintains biblical perspective. FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY (Begins October 9) ROOM 311 Teachers: Bill & Judy Brokaw, Vicki Serles and Cliff Hersman Financial Peace University is a nine-week DVD-based class on money and is taught by America's most trusted financial expert, Dave Ramsey. Dave and his teaching team will walk you through the basics of budgeting, dumping debt, planning for the future, and much more! To register go to daveramsey.com/fpu/ classes/1023377. The cost is $93. Questions? Contact LuAnne at [email protected] INTERCULTURAL WOMEN'S GROW GROUP ROOM 304 Facilitator : Lyza Gatmaytan 8 A wonderful gain opportunity to row new insights, g l in your spiritua walk, and build friendships. INFLUENTIAL PARENTING ROOM 307 Teachers: Mark and Kandi Dodrill Come be a part of a parenting community as we journey together in the adventure of bringing up the next generation. You can expect to get to know other families at Westminster, study Gods word and pray together. We hope that every family knows they are not alone in the great calling of parenthood. If you are a parent or part of a family’s parenting support system, we’d invite you to be a part of the morning. Questions? Contact Kandi at [email protected] TRANSFORMERS: Explore Scripture in community to transform lives (2ND & 4TH SUNDAYS OF THE MONTH) ROOM 310 Facilitator : Winston Warme This class is open to all ages at all stages of spiritual maturity. We plan to study the Gospel of Matthew together and discuss how the biblical truths can apply to our lives, as we fellowship and encourage one another. Questions? Contact Winston at [email protected] 10:45 REGULAR SUNDAY SERVICE in the Sanctuary CAMBODIAN GROW GROUP ROOM 303, 11:00 AM Facilitator : Sitha Sam Enjoy warm fellowship, worship, and studying God’s Word together in the Cambodian language. DISCOVERY TALKTIME ROOM 304 Teacher : Various A unique opportunity each week for people who speak English as their second language to discuss the message of the day in simple terms. Additional exploration is done concerning the Bible and what Christians believe. GOD'S HEART FOR MUSLIMS BEGINS SEPTEMBER 11 (3 WEEK CLASS) TEACHER: MARK PEDRIN ROOM: CLC (HOSTED BY BAM) The BAM group is hosting a special class called "God's Heart for Muslims." Come learn about the history of Islam, and what it means for Christians to love their Muslim neighbors. If you've ever had a question about Islam or Muslim people, join this conversation. INDIA GROW GROUP 1ST & 3RD SUNDAYS OF THE MONTH ROOM 307 Teacher : Kingsley Daniel A time of studying and discussing what is being taught in the Sunday messages. I CORINTHIANS: BELIEVERS LIVING IN A SECULAR SOCIETY BEGINS SEPTEMBER 11 (HOSTED BY THE BEREAN COMMUNITY) FIRESIDE ROOM Teacher: Kermit Ecklebarger Like Seattle, the Church at Corinth was located in a city near a seaport. Many of the believers at Corinth were caught up in the struggle to live a distinctively Christian lifestyle in this immoral, materialistic antiChristian secular society. In this letter Paul corrects many problems that arose from compromising with their extremely pagan society. Many practical principles will be discovered for living victoriously in such a hostile environment. DEFENDING YOUR FAITH IN A SECULAR WORLD (BEGINS OCTOBER 2) (Hosted by Boomers & More...BAM!!!) COMMUNITY LIFE CENTER Teacher: Bryan Mistele This class will give you the necessary tools needed to defend your faith and reach out to others in an increasingly hostile world to Christianity. This class will look at recent scientific, historical and archaeological discoveries that support Christianity and the Bible. You will learn the basic arguments to support why Christianity is the one true religion. This class is designed for anyone who wants to strengthen their faith or better share their faith with others. 9 Weekly Ev MONDAY TUESDAY Great & Mighty Things (GMT) Women's Tuesday Morning Ministries Sanctuary Pg. 31 Community Life Center Pg. 29 7:00 PM 9:25 -11:30 AM WEDNESDAY AWANA 6:30 - 8:00 PM Gym Middle School & High School Midweek 6:30 - 8:00 PM Pg. 23 Wednesday Evening Womens Bible Study 6:45 - 8:30 PM Fireside Room Pg. 29 Choir Rehearsals 6:30-8:30 PM Choir Room Pg. 26 10 vents THURSDAY The Gap (Men's Study) 6:30 - 7:30 AM Fireside Pg. 30 Women in the Workplace Bible Study 7:00 - 8:15 AM Downtown Bellevue Barnes & Noble Pg. 29 TalkTime 6:30 - 8:00 PM FRIDAY Men's Friday AM Praise and Prayer 6:30 - 8:00 AM Atrium Pg. 30 Prayer for the Church 10:30 AM Room 308 Pg. 31 Helping Hands 9:00 AM Atrium Pg. 20 Room 210 Pg. 28 Worship Team Rehearsal ESOL Alpha & Beta 7:00 - 8:30 PM 12:00 - 2:00PM Sanctuary Pg. 26 Community Life Center & Room 307 Pg. 21 Job Support Group Celebrate Recovery Rooms 303 & 304 Pg. 18 Fireside Room Pg. 18 7:00 - 9:00 PM 7:00 - 9:30 PM 11 Start Here... Find a place to begin, or begin again. FALL QUARTER WESTMINSTER LANGUAGE ACADEMY September 12 - November 18 Formal English classes provide the skills you need to communicate everywhere you go. Classes meet one or two days a week for 2-hour sessions with only 4-8 students per class. Private tutoring also available. FIRST TIME GUEST? Sundays 9:00-11:00 AM Is this your first time here? Stop by Brew and enjoy a complimentary coffee. We look forward to meeting you! Contact Kailee at [email protected] Our goal is to make it easy for anyone to take their first step toward Jesus and friendships. Whether you have grown up in church or have never stepped foot in one, we’re excited to meet you. We want to do our best in welcoming you! Below you’ll find a few ways to begin at Westminster. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to contact us, we would love to meet you! 12 Contact: Mark at 425-460-4041 or [email protected] or WestminsterLanguageAcademy.org Tiffany Sanders Director of Communications [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 135 TALKTIME Thursdays, 6:30 PM, Atrium Sundays, 10:45 AM, Room 304 Mondays, 10:30 AM, Bellevue YMCA “Be our guest, become our friend.” A great place to start! Native-speaking hosts sit together with interculturals to practice English conversation using a general-interest topic sheet. All English levels welcome. No pre-registration necessary. Contact: Mark at 425-747-1461 ext.139 or [email protected] Kailee Powers Project Manager and First Impressions Coordinator [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 135 MOMMY AND ME PLAYTIME Begins October 7 This is an opportunity for moms and their young children to have some fun together on the first Friday of each month. All children MUST be accompanied by an adult. Questions? Contact Kjirsten at [email protected] Mark Pedrin Minister of Community Engagement [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 139 WestminsterLanguageAcademy.org Lynn Von Seggern Office Coordinator [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 100 Is there more to life than this? September 11- December 4 6:00 - 8:15 PM Westminster Chapel's Community Life Center Each night starts off with a delicious meal to help us connect with others around our tables. EXPLORE FAITH & CHRISTIANITY Ask Anything – ALPHA Fall Dinners Begin the 11th of September Come enjoy dinner and community! Alpha is a great way to make new friends and offer an opportunity to ask questions in a safe environment. Questions? Contact Sylvia at [email protected] Also... English as a Second Langage Alpha Every week we will hear a talk designed to engage and inspire conversations. ESOL ALPHA & BETA COURSES Resumes September 16 Discuss your questions of life and faith in easy English in an open, warm environment. Lunch and childcare provided. Contact: Ellen at [email protected] Each table group will have meaningful discussion about the talk and the big questions of life. Sylvia Ramquist Minister of Outreach [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 141 Christian Downs Alpha Regional Director [email protected] 13 Take a Next Step to Belong here List of groups on next pages 15-17 GROW GROUPS Various times and locations throughout the week These are mid-size gatherings of 10 or more people who come together to build caring relationships, as they grow in faith and the understanding of Jesus' call on their lives. Some of these groups meet on the Westminster campus. Fall 2016 belong Sunday Questions? Contact Jenny at [email protected] find yours See pages 15 & 17 to view a list and contact a leader to learn more or go to westminster.org/GROW-GROUPS and fill out the form or email [email protected] Provide information about your specific needs or group preferences We will help you find the best Grow Group for you! Meet the leaders, try the food! September 18 • 9:00 & 10:45 AM Want to become more familiar with our Grow Groups? This is the place to be. If you missed Belong Sunday, don't worry, we will help you find the Grow Group that is the best for you! Contact Pastor Matt Conrad at: [email protected] BAPTISMS Have you had a significant season in your relationship with God? Are you ready to take the next step in your walk with Jesus? Baptism is an outward sign of God's inner work. Questions? Contact Matt at [email protected] 14 Matt Conrad Executive Pastor of Spiritual Growth & Outreach [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 125 Jenny Rueb Care/Groups (Women, Men, Connecting) Administrative Assistant [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 186 Serve Groups Serve Groups provide an opportunity to build relationships by being part of a team and serving our church family. Contact me if you have questions or need help identifying the right group for you. Questions? Contact Matt Conrad Executive Pastor of Spiritual Growth & [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 125 CREATIVE ARTS (WORSHIP TEAM) Hey musicians and vocalists! Are you sharing your gifts? See page 26 for details about getting involved. Contact: Alene Finley at [email protected] FAMILY MINISTRIES Research shows that it takes 5 influential adults to make a longterm impact in the lives of children and teens. Any level of commitment can make a difference. Interested? Pages 22-25. Contact: Ceri Fox at [email protected] FIRST IMPRESSIONS Are you passionate about people who are new to Westminster? Consider joining the first impressions team to help us create a welcoming experience for our firsttime guests and help them become regular attenders! GAP GUYS GARAGE Donated cars are repaired and given to those in need, often a single mother. A car makes a tremendous difference. If you are interested in helping or donating, see page 18. Contact: David at [email protected] PRAYER TEAM Pray during our worship services in one of our prayer rooms or join our end of service prayer ministry team. Contact: Jim Roodhouse at [email protected] TECHNICAL TEAM See "Technical Arts" on page 26. Contact: Brendan Erazo at [email protected] Contact Kailee at [email protected] 15 BEREAN COMMUNITY Sundays, 10:45 AM, Fireside Room Wes Christensen: [email protected] BOOMERS AND MORE (BAM) Sundays, 10:45 AM, CLC A learning and growing, Christ-centered community, with a dose of FUN! Aimed at the Baby Boomer generation. Russ and Kathy Caldwell: [email protected] BOND 2nd & 4th Friday, 5:30 PM, Atrium A multicultural group bonding through Christ's love, becoming whom God intended, and going beyond to serve. Richard & Kristine: [email protected] CAMBODIA GROUP Sundays, 10:45 AM, Room 303 Enjoy warm fellowship, worship, and studying God’s Word together in the Cambodian language. CHAPEL CHOIR KOREAN GROUP Gather to sing, pray, serve and grow together...and eat too! John & Avelyn Yun: [email protected] Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Choir Room Sundays, 12:15 PM, Room 310 Bree Walberg: [email protected] MEN’S JOURNEY DISCOVERY TALKTIME A group of men want to be better guys, dads, husbands, and leaders. We believe that seeking Jesus in community strengthens us on this journey. Sundays, 10:45 AM, Room 304 Enjoy intercultural community through small group, simple English discussions based on short sections from the Bible. Ron Imhoff: [email protected] FILIPINO GROUP Room 310 Once a month on the 2nd Sat. of the month at 11:45am Merwin Hao: [email protected] THE GAP (MEN’S GROUP) Thursdays, 6:30 AM, Fireside Room Gary Gulbranson: [email protected] Steve Parsons: [email protected] GRACE BASED FAMILIES Wednesdays, 6:45 PM, Room 307 Steve Parsons: [email protected] MEN’S FRIDAY AM PRAISE AND PRAYER BREAKFAST Fridays, 6:30 AM, Atrium (Use North Doors) Men supporting Westminster ministries and individuals through prayer. Jim Roodhouse: [email protected] INFLUENTIAL PARENTING Sundays, 9:00 AM, Room 307 Parenting Teens will teach, encourage, and support parents as they shepherd their children through the teenage years. Sitha Sam: [email protected] 1st & 3rd Sundays, 9:00 AM, Room 310 Chris & Sandy Long: [email protected] CANTONESE GROW GROUP HELPING HANDS Kandi Dodrill: [email protected] A Cantonese speaking group seeking God's will, sharing God's power & love, studying God's word and serving God's people. Theresa and Alex Ma - [email protected] [email protected] Sew, knit, or crochet gifts of love to distribute in our community and around the world. 2nd and 4th Sunday, 9:00 AM Room 310 1st& 3rd Fridays, 7:00pm, Room 307 CANVAS GROW GROUP 2nd and 4th Mondays at 6:00pm in Room 307. Relax, Create, Belong! A place where students ages 13 - 18 can feel safe, build friendships, and express themselves through art. Marie Wofford: [email protected] CELEBRATE RECOVERY Fridays, 7:00 PM, Fireside Room A Christ centered recovery program where we learn to accept God's grace & forgiveness – His love – and gain victory over life’s hurts in a safe environment: codependence, sexual abuse, divorce, pornography, anger, food/drug addiction, etc. Childcare provided. Neal Thompson: [email protected] 16 ON CAMPUS Fridays, 9:00 AM, Room 210 TRANSFORMERS Marilyn Baxter: [email protected] Develop closer relationships and experience transformation through studying God’s Word, prayer, fellowship, and serving together. INDIA GROUP Every Other Sunday, 10:45 AM Room 307 India Grow Group meets to connect and pray for the Indian community on the Eastside, and to reach out to them with the love of Christ. Kingsley Daniel: [email protected] INTERCULTURAL WOMEN'S GROUP Sundays, 9:00 AM, Room 304 Lyza Gatmaytan: [email protected] JAPANESE GROUP 2nd and 4th Saturday, 9:30 AM Room 303 For Japanese who are interested in Christianity or who want to grow deeper in their faith. Books, audio materials available in Japanese for the Bible Study. We enjoy fellowship & worship time, too. Yoshiko Sullivan: [email protected] Winston Warme: [email protected] WOMEN’S TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY Tuesdays, 9:25 AM, CLC Women are offered seven different opportunities in community to get to know God better through His Word, prayer, and fellowship. Holly Pankratz: [email protected] WOMEN’S WEDNESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY Wednesdays, 6:45 PM, Fireside Room Study God’s Word in community and discuss how it transforms the way we work, interact with others, and see all God has for us. Kelly lee-Creel: [email protected] OFF CAMPUS BBC - BUILDING BIBLICAL CHINESE FOR CHRIST 1st & 3rd Fridays, 7:30 PM, 98006 Faye Yip: [email protected] BELLEVUE GROUP Every other Sunday, 5:30 PM, 98005 Join us for a shared meal, Biblical discussion, and prayer. Mark and Kandi Dodrill: [email protected] BI-CULTURAL COUPLES Every other Sunday, 1:00 PM, 98004 We are a bi-cultural/race couples (married, engaged or dating) group to strengthen couple relationships and build a relational foundation with God. We share lunch, connect, view a DVD, share our experience. MangSo & Dennis Pullar: [email protected] BRIDAL TRAILS Mondays, 6:30 PM, 98005 All ages welcome. Chris and Danna Rampey [email protected] COLLEGE GROUP Sundays, 7:00 PM, Bellevue 98008 Experiencing life together through transition and life change. Dan Vandewarker: [email protected] EASTGATE KINGSGATE TAM O'SHANTER GROUP We discuss life with God as the center and have a desire to reach our community with Jesus' love. Want to grow in faith and share in a community? We welcome you! 1st and 3rd Monday, 6:45 PM Chris and Jerry Schick: [email protected] We seek to deepen our relationship with Christ by sharing life. Nancy Erisman: [email protected] 1st & 3rd Thursday, 6:30 PM Bellevue 98007 Don & Karen Perry: [email protected] PRAYER, CARE, SHARE 2nd & 4th Sun, 1:00 PM Bellevue 98005 Prayer, Care, Share Group – joining in unity to become who Jesus has called us to be to one another and share what we have learned from the Word with one another. Bre Goss: [email protected] Merwin Hao: [email protected] FILIPINO GROUP - NORTHSIDE Every 4th Saturday, 11:45 AM, 98026 Enjoy food, fellowship, worship, and studying God’s Word together in Tagalog and English. Arlene Finley: [email protected] GRACE BASED FAMILIES KIRKLAND 1st & 3rd Sundays, 10:45 AM, 98033 Families with children doing life together. Growing in relationships, nurturing our faith and sharing a meal. Pat & Meegan Foster: [email protected] ISSAQUAH Thursdays, 7:00 PM, 98029 Warriors R Us. Room for 20 max. Use apartment guest parking. Greg and Cynthia Benner: [email protected] WOODINVILLE GROUP AT BRITTANY PARK Tuesdays, 7:00 PM, 98072 Faith, Fellowship and Fun as we study God's Word. Ruth Roetcisoender: [email protected] YOUNG ADULTS GROUP Mondays, 6:30 PM, 98007 No matter who you are, you can find a place to belong and be known. Ryan Holden: [email protected] No meetings for the summer. We will be studying Luke and Galatians. Every other Monday, 6:30 PM, 98005 Resumes September 13 YOUNG MARRIEDS BELLEVUE Kathie Hansen: [email protected] A group of young married couples and families who strive to be loving, inclusive, participatory, and community oriented as we grow through God’s Word. REDMOND GROUP Thursdays, 7:00 PM, Various homes ROSE HILL Every 4th Saturday, 11:45 AM, 98005 Workplace-focused Bible study, prayer, and fellowship. PRECEPTS BIBLE STUDY Enjoy food, fellowship, worship, and studying God’s Word together in Tagalog and English. Kay Weaver: [email protected] WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE Every other Thursday, 7:00-8:15 AM, Starbucks at Bellevue Barnes & Noble FILIPINO GROUP - EASTSIDE Growing hearts, souls, and minds in fellowship, one Bible study at a time. Bob and Duanne: [email protected] LAKE HILLS For individuals and families of all backgrounds and ages. As we focus on the Gospels, our goal is to grow deeper in relationships as we care and pray for one another. Children of all ages are welcome. Wednesdays, 6:30 PM, Bellevue 98008 Thursdays, 7:00 PM, Bellevue 98005 Peter & Vanita Thomas [email protected] Every other Thursday, 6:30 PM Various homes in Kirkland/Bellevue/Redmond We meet, we eat, we share, we care. Julie Poole: [email protected] SAMMAMISH GROUP Wednesdays, 9:30 AM 98075 Mature adults study books of the Bible and sing hymns. Sam & Allison Fetchero: [email protected] YOUNG FAMILIES LAKE HILLS 2nd & 4th Mondays, 5:30 PM Young families (mostly) with a desire for honest conversation and community, resting on God's grace every day for both. Heather Danielson: [email protected] YOUNG FAMILIES RENTON 1st & 3rd Mondays, 6:30 PM, 98058 Young married couples and families who strive to be a loving community as we grow through God’s Word. Matt & Deanne Conrad: [email protected] Betty Matthews: 425-392-3912 SOUTH BELLEVUE BMW GROUP Every other Friday, 6:30 PM, 98006 Building each other up as Biblically Balanced Men and Women. Faye Yip: [email protected] SOUTH EAST REDMOND GROUP 1st & 3rd Mondays, 6:30-9:00 PM, 98052 We begin with dinner (and fellowship) and then study the Bible verse by verse (currently studying the book of Romans). Jim & Becky Pommer: [email protected] 17 CARE CELEBRATE RECOVERY Fridays, 7:00 PM, Fireside Room Walking together in a safe place. With God's help we learn to overcome life’s most difficult circumstances: codependence, sexual abuse, pornography, anger, food/drug addiction, divorce, etc. Breakout groups are gender/issue specific. Childcare provided. Contact: Neal at 425-747-1461 ext. 147 or [email protected]. FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE REQUESTS Financial application forms are available at the church and our website on the Care page. Contact Steve at [email protected] DIVORCECARE Wednesday, September 7-December 7, 6:30 PM, CLC This is a support group led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. You will learn how to heal from the deep hurt of divorce and discover hope for your future. Cost is $20/person. Register at westminster.org/EVENTS. Questions? Contact Jenny at [email protected] GRIEF SHARE Tuesday, September 6 6:30 PM Fireside Room For those who have lost a loved one through death, we invite you to join us. Griefshare is a 13 week course designed to be a safe place to find HOPE, support, encouragement, and comfort during your journey of grief. Cost for materials is $25. Questions? Contact Kathy Dietz-Thompson at [email protected], 425 260-3513 18 JOB SUPPORT GROUP Thursdays, 7:00-9:00 PM Rooms 303 & 304 Need a change? The Westminster Chapel Job Search Support Ministry provides help with this process: assistance with resumes and LinkedIn profiles; interviewing skills; networking ideas and tips; job leads. There is no cost, or registration required . Contact: [email protected] MEMORIAL SERVICES Contact: LuAnne at luannez@ westminster.org or 425-747-1461 ext. 110 FIND SUPPORT CARE STAFF Gary Gulbranson Senior Pastor Care & Adult Education [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 123 Holly Pankratz Minister of Care/Women [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 129 GAP GUYS A group of men helping people in need of handyman services. For those who have a problem in their home and can't afford to fix it. Contact: [email protected] COUNSELING & PASTORAL CARE COUNSELING Steve Parsons Pastor of Benevolence/ Care/Men [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 159 David Sanders Senior Director of Counseling & Visitation We offer counseling with our staff counselors and counseling interns and assist in referrals to professional Christian counselors. Contact David Sanders at [email protected] LuAnne Zaeske Executive Assistant to Senior Pastor [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 110 PASTORAL OR CARE MINISTER VISITS For those in long-term care, are hospitalized or recovering at home, and those who have recently lost a loved one. Contact: David Sanders davids@ westminster.org or 425-747-1461 ext. 115 MARRIAGE PREPARATION WEDDINGS Our facility is available for weddings of church members in good standing. For details and arrangements, please contact Tiffany Sanders. [email protected] or 425-747-1461 ext. 135 Become Who God Wants You to Be We grow through lots of different relationships. If you're looking for a mentor, willing to come alongside someone in a mentoring capacity, or serve as a prayer partner, please contact us. Holly at [email protected] To get started, complete the online profile card at: www.westminster.org/mentoring MARRIAGE COURSE The Marriage Course has been cancelled for Sept. 25th. It has been rescheduled for Winter 2017. The new date will be announced soon. www.westminster.org/EVENTS Questions? Contact [email protected] CASCADE FELLOWS Application deadline is June 15th Cascade Fellows offers learning communities for both young (ages 25-35) and senior-level professionals (over age 35) who desire to develop a deeper connection between their work and faith through teaching, readings, community, mentoring and pastoral care. Learn more and apply at www.cascadefellows.com. Questions? Contact Shannon Vandewarker at [email protected]. THE SECRETS OF INFLUENTIAL PARENTING Friday, October 14 6:30 - 9:00 PM & October 15 8:30 AM - Noon, Community Life Center Are you looking for a different, more positive way to influence your kids? This event will change your perspective about parenting adolescents! Guest Speaker: Jeff Schadt - author of "Going, Going, Gone" Tickets are $35 per family unit. Register at www.ytn.org Questions? Contact Jenny at [email protected] 19 & COMMUNITY OUTREACH ALPHA TEAM Join the Sunday evening, Wednesday AM or Friday noon ALPHA teams and help build the bridge of new or renewed faith in Christ: Set up, child care, kitchen teams are a great way to reach out and make a difference! Contact [email protected] COMMUNITY IMPACT TEAM (CIT) Make a difference in our city. Walk alongside people in cultural, economic, family and spiritual transition. Partner with Eastside Pathways, Union Gospel Mission, Congregations for the Homeless, Bellevue YMCA, Renewal Food Bank, and TalkTime. Questions? Contact Sylvia at [email protected] or 425-747-1461 ext.141 RENEWAL FOOD BANK FOOD DRIVE Impact the lives of struggling families in our community by picking up a grocery bag as you leave church on October 9. Fill it with items from the list attached to the bag or by using the envelope provided to make a monetary donation toward the purchase of a new freezer for the food bank. All food bags and donations will be collected on October 16 & 23. Questions? Contact LuAnne at [email protected] TALKTIME: BECOME A CONVERSATION PARTNER Thursdays, 6:30 PM, Atrium Sundays, 10:45 AM, Room 304 Mondays, 10:30 AM, Bellevue YMCA Serve as an ambassador to our intercultural community. Help guests from around the world practice speaking English over dinner and guided conversation. Questions? Contact Mark Pedrin at [email protected] Mark Pedrin Minister of Community Engagement [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 139 WestminsterLanguageAcademy.org 20 Kay Weaver Community Engagement Administrative Assistant [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 106 SAVE THE DATE! SEPTEMBER 24 Heavenly Melody Choir 5:30 - 9:00PM NOVEMBER 5 Lake Washington Symphony Orchestra NOVEMBER 6 3:00 PM "Tunes from 'Toons" Written for Classic Saturday morning cartoons. Special Concert to Benefit Children with Autism • 10:30 AM Westminster Chapel. NOVEMBER 17 Intercultural Thanksgiving Dinner Thursday, November 17 6:30-8:00 PM, CLC. Tickets online November 1 purchase at Westminster.org/EVENTS A traditional Thanksgiving celebration. Questions? Contact Mark Pedrin at markpwestminster.org Leanna Busse Language Academy Instructor [email protected] 425-460-4041 WestminsterLanguageAcademy.org Building Bridges, Inviting Relationship PERSPECTIVE COURSE September 6 - December 20, Tuesdays, 6-9 pm, Living Way Foursquare Church Seattle, WA 98133 Questions? Contact Darla Molina at [email protected] THE JOURNEY DEEPENS November 18-19 A multi-church retreat for people interested in exploring next steps for reaching beyond themselves to impact the world with the Gospel. We will meet at Highlands Community Church. Register at thejourneydeepens.com Contact [email protected] JAPANESE CHRISTIAN WOMEN'S LUNCHEON September 23, 2016 10:00AM - 1:00PM Westminster Chapel • CLC Guest speaker: Pastor Ken Milhouse from Boston Japanese Church He is perfectly bi-lingual in English and Japanese. He has lived in several places in Japan. From 1995, he has served as a missionary to Japanese people. Now, he serves as a pastor at the Boston Japanese Church. For more information and to purchase tickets please visit their website: www.fujinluncheon.org BEYOND OPPORTUNITIES Exploration Trips Cambodia (Oct 2016) or Guatemala (Jan 2017) Sylvia Ramquist, [email protected] Global Disruption: Problem or Opportunity? October 7-8, 2016 at Westminster Chapel. Go to www. missionsfestseattle.org/volunteer to see where your assistance is needed. Questions? Contact Sylvia at [email protected] Short or Long Term Mission Sylvia Ramquist, [email protected] Operation Reach - Makki Station, Ethiopia Stacy deBruyn, [email protected] Cambodia Partnership Becky Pommer, [email protected] Guatemala Richard Rice, [email protected] Japan/Alpha Partnership Heidi Jensen, [email protected] Sky Bridge Fellowship: Multi-Church Chinese Discipleship Faye Yip, 425-7471461 ext.154 Beyond Support Sylvia Ramquist, 425-747-1461 ext. 141 Sylvia Ramquist Minister of Outreach [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 141 Faye Yip Outreach Administrative Assistant [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 154 21 FALL 2016 CALENDAR SEPTEMBER 4 Labor Day Carnival SEPTEMBER 7 Awana Registration Night MS/HS Midweek Fall Launch SEPTEMBER 9 Friday Night Fun (MS) SEPTEMBER 11 Pre School Move Ahead SEPTEMBER 14 Awana Launch SEPTEMBER 24 SNL Laser Tag (HS) OCTOBER 2 Elementary Guest Sunday Kid’s Choir Begins Elementary Potluck OCTOBER 7 Mommy & Me OCTOBER 9 MS/HS Meet & Greet OCTOBER 14-15 Parenting Conference FAMILY M INFANT GRADES 1-3 GOD IS LOVE GOD IS FATHER SUNDAY MORNINGS 9:00 AM & 10:45 AM SUNDAY MORNINGS 9:00 AM Grades 1-3 10:45 AM Grades 1-5 Children’s Theater Birth-9 months 9-18 months 19-30 months 2 1/2 years Contact: Kjirsten Davies at [email protected] OCTOBER 21 FNF 3 years 4 years - Pre K Kindergarten Contact: Kjirsten Davies at [email protected] 206 209 211 NOVEMBER 6 Set Clocks Back SUNDAY CHILDREN’S CHOIR NOVEMBER 12 SNL Broom Ball (HS) All 1st-5th graders welcome! NOVEMBER 13 MS/HS Parent Meeting/Lunch Teens & Technology NOVEMBER 16 MS/HS Thanksgiving Celebration NOVEMBER 17-20 Father/Son Mission Trip NOVEMBER 23 Thanksgiving Eve Service 22 WEDNESDAYS AWANA • Awana Registration 9/7 • Awana Launch, 9/14 GOD IS REAL SUNDAY MORNINGS 9:00 AM & 10:45 AM NOVEMBER 4 Mommy & Me 4th/5th Late Night Contact: Martha Clay at [email protected] AGES 3-K OCTOBER 16 Food Drive OCTOBER 22 Lights out 203 203 202 206 Begins October 2 Contact: Martha Clay at [email protected] Martha Clay Elementary Director [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 167 FOR INFORMATION Visit www.westminster.org/connect/family or sign up on The City at westminster.onthecity.org to get on a group's news feed – set your email preferences accordingly. Kjirsten Davies Early Life Director [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 116 MINISTRIES GRADES 6-8 GRADES 4-5 GOD IS IS LORD LORD GOD SUNDAY MORNINGS THE BRIDGE 9 AM, ROOM 105 Worship followed by large group teaching, then small group time, based on grade and gender. Contact: Martha Clay at [email protected] 10:45 AM, CHILDRENS THEATER, SUNDAY SCHOOL WITH GRADES 1-5 WEDNESDAYS AWANA 6:30 - 8:30 PM, Gym GRADES 9-12 GOD SAVES GOD REDEEMS SUNDAY MORNINGS THE CREW 9 AM, Student Lobby Student-led worship and grade-based, gender-combined Bible studies. Contact: Seth Redden at [email protected] WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM, Sanctuary This service is tailored for families to worship together. WEDNESDAY MIDWEEK 6:30-8 PM, Middle School Room 8-8:30 PM, Optional Gym Time Students connect, have large group worship and teaching, followed by Grow Groups (based on grade and gender). Contact: Seth Redden at [email protected] Dan Vandewarker Family Ministries Pastor [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 126 Brandon Hall High School Director [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 155 Ceri Fox Family Ministry Administrative Assistant [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 127 Seth Redden Middle School Director [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 124 westminster.org/FAMILYMINISTRY SUNDAY MORNINGS THE WELL 9 AM, High School Room Student-led worship and grade-based, gender-combined Bible studies. Contact: Brandon Hall at [email protected] WORSHIP SERVICE 10:45 AM, Sanctuary This service is tailored for families to worship together. WEDNESDAY MIDWEEK 6:30-8:30 PM, High School Room Students connect, have large group worship and teaching, followed by Grow Groups (based on grade and gender). Contact: Brandon Hall at [email protected] 23 FAMILY MINISTRIES COLLEGE FAMILY ACTIVITIES GOD RESTORES College ministry at Westminster is a partnership between college students and committed adult leaders. We hope that college students are able to attend Sunday morning services and then connect during the week with other college students at our weekly group gathering. Check out our Facebook page (facebook.com/collgeatWC/) for weekly updates on activities and ways to participate. We also have a number of college students who choose to serve in our Family Ministries or on other ministry teams. If you would like information on serving in a ministry area at Westminster Contact: Ceri at [email protected] Dan Vandewarker Family Ministries Pastor [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 126 Ceri Fox Family Ministry Administrative Assistant [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 127 24 MOMS (Making Our Mothering Significant) Fireside Room Mothers of Infants and young children meet weekly for hot breakfast, “adult” conversation, and encouragement. Bible teaching, topics of importance to moms, with an occasional fun activity. Contact: Lori Garth Green at [email protected] INFLUENTIAL PARENTING ROOM 307 Kandi Dodrill Would you like to know how to love your spouse, kids, and friends better? Join our discussions centered around the book “How We Love.” Questions? Contact Kandi at [email protected] LABOR DAY CARNIVAL September 4, 10:00 AM Following our single church service we will have a celebration time with the entire Westminster Chapel family. Join us for food trucks, an ice cream truck, games, inflatable obstacle course and more! FNF = Friday Night Fun (See Calendar) Events for Middle Schoolers SNL = Saturday Night Live (See Calendar)Events for High Schoolers LIGHTS OUT (SEE CALENDAR) This is our outreach ministry done by our High Schoolers. We fix dinner and take and serve it to the UGM Women’s Shelter. Sign up online. THE SECRETS OF INFLUENTIAL PARENTING Friday, October 14 6:30 - 9:00 PM & October 15 8:30 AM - Noon, Community Life Center Are you looking for a different, more positive way to influence your kids? This event will change your perspective about parenting adolescents! Guest Speaker: Jeff Schadt - author of "Going, Going, Gone" Tickets are $35 per family unit. Register at www.ytn.org Questions? Contact Jenny at [email protected] MOMMY & ME The first Friday of the month Moms with toddlers meet to play and hang out in the gym. We will have ride on toys and activities for the little ones and give moms a chance to get to know each other. Questions? Contact Kjirsten at [email protected] SAVE THE DATE FOR WINTER CAMPS! January 14-16 Snowblast (High School) & January 20-22 Winter Advance (Middle School) QUESTIONS ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE? Contact Ceri at [email protected]. Volunteer with our kids! Below are our open positions for Fall beginning September 11th. Please check next to the area in which you would like to serve and then circle the frequency (Weekly/Bi-Weekly/Monthly). Sundays Preschool Teacher (Weekly/Bi-Weekly) Preschool Class Assistant (Weekly/Bi-Weekly) Nursery Volunteers (Monthly/Weekly) Elementary Sunday School Teacher (1st - 3rd grades) (Weekly/Bi-Weekly) Elementary Class Assistant (weekly/bi-weekly/monthly) The Bridge Small Group Leaders (4th & 5th grades) (Weekly/Bi-Weekly) Elementary Small Group Leaders (1st- 5th grades) (Weekly/Bi-Weekly) Wednesdays Wednesday Nights (September-May) Nursery Volunteers Wednesday Nights (September-May) Awana Leaders Wednesday Nights (September-May) Awana Listeners Contact Ceri at [email protected] 25 WORSHIP & CREATIVE ARTS GET INVOLVED MUSICIANS AND WORSHIP TEAMS We are looking for singers and instrumentalists to participate in our Sunday services and musical presentations. If you play an instrument (woodwind, brass, string, piano, guitar, drums, percussion) or sing, we would love to hear from you! Please contact Bree for an interview [email protected] or 425-460-4038 WESTMINSTER CHAPEL CHOIR Wednesdays, 6:30 PM, Choir Room Rehearsals will resume on September 7th. Interested singers please email Lynn for information and an interview with the choir director Contact: Bree at [email protected] SUNDAY CHILDREN'S CHOIR Begins October 2 All 1st-5th graders welcome! CREATIVE STAFF TECHNICAL STAFF Laurey Berteig Executive Pastor of Strategy/Creative Arts [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 118 Brendan Erazo Technical Director [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 120 Arlene Finley Minister of Worship [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 105 Austin McNamara Production Assistant/ Lighting Designer [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 103 Bree'anna Walberg Worship and Arts Associate [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 158 Carlo Skolrud Visual Designer [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 164 Contact: Martha at [email protected] CROSSPOINT Wednesdays Vocal jazz/gospel ensemble provides a musical experience that brings hope and edifies the Church. Interested in joining the team? Contact: Arlene at 425-747-1461 ext. 105 or email [email protected] GET BEHIND THE SCENES! TECHNICAL ARTS Thursdays, 6:00-9:00 PM Sundays, 7:00 AM-Noon Interested in helping with audio, video or lighting? Contact: Brendan at 425-747-1461 ext. 120 or [email protected] SERMON CDS Library Limited sermon CDs are available at no charge in the Library. Contact: Lynn at 425-747-1461 ext. 119 or [email protected] or westminster.org/media 26 Luke Pamer Video Producer [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 174 CHRISTMAS POPS The Many Sounds of Christmas Chapel Choir & Lake Washington Symphony Orchestra December 10, 6:00 PM & December 11, 3:00 PM Tickets available soon NORTHWEST CHRISTMAS December 24 4:00 & 6:30 PM For the whole family CANDLELIGHT & COMMUNION SAVE THE DATES! Info & tickets to be announced at westminster.org/EVENTS December 24 11:00 PM 27 WOMEN FOR INFO Turn to page 19 WOMEN + MEN @ WORK Helping Each Other Flourish October 13, 2016 6:30pm, CLC Speaker: Denise Daniels, PhD Professor of Management, Seattle Pacific University School of Business, Economics and Government What biases do men and women have regarding roles and behavior in the workplace? How can we recognize our personal bias? How does our culture and law perpetuate inequalities? Both women and men will be challenged by this practical and Biblical presentation! Men are invited to join us for this special event! $20 per person register To register go to westminster.org/EVENTS Questions? Contact Jenny at [email protected] 28 Women's Healing Prayer Retreat SAVE THE DATE! Friday, Nov. 4th, 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM Saturday, Nov. 5th, 9:00am-2:00pm Westminster Chapel - Community Life Center $35 per person, $45 at the door Register at www.westminster.org/EVENTS HELPING HANDS Begins September 9, Fridays 9:00 AM, Room 210 Come sew, knit and crochet clothes and quilts for people in our community and around the world. Coordinator: Marilyn Baxter at [email protected] WOMEN IN PRAYER Room 308 Gather with other women to pray during Sunday services. Contact: Dianne at [email protected] 'S WOMEN BIUBDLIEES ST TUESDAY MORNINGS BEGINS SEPTEMBER 13, 9:25 - 11:30 AM I Register at westminster.org/events Children's Program (Ages birth - Pre K) Cost - $45 for course, $45 for one child, $65 for 2 or more. BIBLE IN 3D (Dwell, Discuss, Devote) Atrium The Bible in 3D Group will explore the Savior’s teaching and example in a study entitled “Jesus and Prayer.” We will be challenged to grow more confident and committed in prayer through this 10-week study. The 3D format includes a study guide, in-class teaching, small group discussions, and of course, prayer! CHILDREN'S PROGRAM TUESDAY MORNING 9:15-11:30 AM, Nursery & Classrooms Personify God's love to our little ones. CELEBRATE RECOVERY (CR) Celebrate Recovery is a Bible based program which allows us to delve into our hurts, hang-ups and habits in a safe environment in order to free us so that we can experience the joy God intended for us. THE GATHERING Meet in small groups for discussion, supporting one another in prayer, and developing friendships. We will study “The Amazing Collection” covering all 66 books of the Bible through a video and workbook series continuing with Hosea in the Fall. Join at any time. Coordinator: Shelly Smith, [email protected] Coordinator: Sue Bauer, [email protected] Coordinator: Holly at [email protected] ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (ELL) Be a part of an intercultural women's group growing in their understanding of God while practicing English skills. (See also "Intercultural" pg. 21) Coordinator: Laurena Huber, [email protected] MOMS “Making Our Mothering Significant“ Fireside Room Mothers of infants and young children meet weekly for a hot breakfast, “adult” conversation, and encouragement. Bible teaching, topics of importance to moms, with an occasional fun activity. Coordinator: Lori Garth Green, [email protected] PRECEPTS Inductive Bible Study Precept Bible Study of Revelation will examine the relationship of Revelation to the promises of the gospels and Old Testament prophesies. Learn why your faith in Christ is the only defense against the coming judgement. Coordinator: Kathie Hansen, [email protected] Coordinator: Sue French, [email protected] WEDNESDAY & THURSDAYS Holly Pankratz Minister of Care/Women [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 129 WEDNESDAY EVENING BIBLE STUDY (Begins Septemebr 14) - No Children's Program. The cost is $30 for year including 2 workbooks. Other pricing options available at registration. WEDNESDAY EVENING WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY Join us for two exciting studies. In September, we will begin with "Armor of God" by Priscilla Shirer. In midJanuary we will transition to a brand new study on 2nd Timothy by Beth Moore entitled "Entrusted." $30 for the full year and both workbooks. Additional options available on the online registration form. Register at www.westminster.org/EVENTS Contact: Jenny at [email protected] WOMEN IN THE WORKPLACE MORNING BIBLE STUDY Thursdays (biweekly), 7:00-8:15 AM, Starbucks at Bellevue Barnes & Noble Workplace-oriented Bible study, prayer, and fellowship. Questions? Contact Nancy Erisman at [email protected] Jenny Rueb Care/Groups (Women, Men, Connecting) Administrative Assistant [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 186 29 N E M BIBLE STUDY, FELLOWSHIP & GROUPS BREAKFAST WITH THE GUYS Saturday, September 24, 8:30 AM, Atrium Enjoy a great breakfast and a casual time to connect with other men! Bring a neighbor, co-worker or friend. Suggested Donation is $5.00. Questions? Contact Jenny at [email protected] MEN'S JOURNEY Begins September 14, Wednesdays 6:45-8:15 PM, Room 307 We know instinctively that God has great purpose for us but we are not sure how to get there. Enjoy open, frank conversations about the things that matter most. We'll challenge our cultural perspectives with Biblical ones. Open to all ages, any culture, and no Biblical experience is required. You just have to be a guy. Questions? Contact Pastor Steve at [email protected] CELEBRATE RECOVERY Fridays, 7:00 PM, Fireside Room A men's only small group that works through life issues: codependence, sexual abuse, pornography, anger, food/drug addiction, etc. These are closed meetings to ensure it’s a safe place. This workbook based process takes approximately one year. THE GAP – Thursdays Begins September 22 6:30-7:30 AM, Fireside Room Learn what it means to stand in the gap! Discussion with Pastor Gary and other guests with time for questions and accountability. MEN IN PRAYER Sundays, Room 309 Join other men to support ministries of Westminster Chapel through prayer. Contact: Jim at [email protected] MEN’S FRIDAY AM PRAISE AND PRAYER BREAKFAST 6:30-8:00 AM Atrium (Enter north foyer doors) Pray in a small group, then share breakfast & fellowship. Earlybirds meet at 6:00 AM. Contact: Jim at [email protected] MEN’S STEP-STUDY GROUPS Work through your hurts, habits, and hang-ups at a deeper level. These are closed meetings to ensure it's a safe place. Contact: Neal at 425-767-1461 ext. 147 or [email protected] Leaders: Gary Gulbranson & Steve Parsons Contact: Neal at 425-747-1461 ext. 147 or [email protected]. Jenny Rueb Care/Groups (Women, Men, Connecting) Administrative Assistant [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 186 30 Steve Parsons Pastor of Benevolence/ Care/Men [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 159 FOR INFO Turn to page 19 “The more you pray, the less you'll panic. The more you worship, the less you worry. You'll feel more patient and less pressured.” - Rick Warren GREAT & MIGHTY THINGS (GMT) Mondays, 7:00 PM, Sanctuary Join others who are passionate about prayer and see what happens when we ask God to do great and mighty things. Contact: Jim Roodhouse at [email protected] PRAYER CHAPEL Room 308 All are welcome to use our Prayer Chapel on the main level. It is available for prayer and meditation whenever the building is open. PRAYER FOR THE CHURCH Fridays, 10:30 AM, Room 308 Pray for our church staff and ministries. Contact: Dianne at [email protected] PRAY AFTER SUNDAY MORNING SERVICES Pray over the Sanctuary at the end of each service. PRAYER ROOMS Sundays, 9:00 & 10:45 AM Men: Room 309 Women: Room 308 Gather to pray during our Sunday services or sign up to help in the prayer rooms on a bi-monthly basis. Contact: Jim at [email protected] PRAYER OPPORTUNITIES Various prayer volunteer opportunities are available and needed. Contact: Jim at [email protected] PRAYER WALL Alcove Pray for our missionaries. Pick up a copy of their comings & goings. Leave written prayers to be mailed each month. Questions? Contact Faye at [email protected] PRAYER NEEDS FOR THE CHAPEL If you would like to have your prayer needs published in the weekly Prayerline Newsletter, please fill out the "Prayer Request" side of the Connect Card in the Sunday service bulletin and drop it in one of the Grow boxes outside the sanctuary doors. If you would like to pray during the week for individuals on the Prayerline, a printed copy is available at the Welcome Center. Contact: Jenny at [email protected] PRAYER NEEDED? Submit a Prayer Request Form available in the Sunday bulletin. Prayer requests are lovingly prayed for by our staff and prayer partners for one week. Contact: Jenny at [email protected] Contact: Jim at [email protected] Gary Gulbranson Senior Pastor Care & Adult Education [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 123 31 OPERATIONS GIVING HOW THIS CHURCH IS FINANCED Those who call Westminster Chapel their home, regularly give their tithes and offerings to support ministries here and around the world. When we honor God in this way, He personally blesses us, the church is made financially sound, and people’s needs are met. Thank you for your faithful giving. www.westminster.org/GIVING BANK BILL PAY GIVING Use the following information to set up Westminster Chapel with your bank's Bill Pay option: Westminster Chapel 13646 NE 24th St Bellevue, WA 98005 425-747-1461 Enter the account number for where you would like your gift to go Designation Account # General Offering 00102201 Benevolence 00200103 It's Time! 12600101 ELECTRONIC GIVING Your bank account is automatically debited on the second Friday of the month. Complete an authorization form you may obtain from Tim Huffman or westminster.org/GIVING. Attach a voided check Return form and voided check to: Westminster Chapel Attention: Tim Huffman 13646 NE 24th St Bellevue, WA 98005 ONLINE GIVING To give online through a credit or debit card, go to westminster.org/giving. STOCK GIVING To give stocks, notify Tim Huffman at [email protected] or 425-747-1461 ext. 102. Contact your broker and provide them with the following information: Firm: Charles Schwab DTC#: 164 Account #: 93376060 Account name: Westminster Chapel EMPLOYER MATCHING GIFTS Ask your employer about Matching Gift Programs. If you have questions about this, contact Tim Huffman at: Ali Najar Custodian OTHER GIVING Leland Hetrick Custodian [email protected] or 425-747-1461 ext. 102. Contact Tim Huffman at [email protected] or 425-747-1461 ext. 102 to make arrangements for other types of giving. James Terry Custodian Sondra Beck Minister of Operations [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 143 Tim Huffman Senior Accountant [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 102 Delores Reeves Bookkeeper [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 130 Lynn Von Seggern Office Coordinator [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 100 32 Darrel Claussen Facilities Foreman [email protected] 425-747-1461 ext. 169 Maria Gonzalez Custodian Roy Jones Custodian FACILITY MAPS Alcove CLC Welcome Center Plaza 300 Main Level Updated 9/6/07 33 Student Lounge 200 Level Middle School Children & Students Student Rec Area Student Family Ministry Offices Family Ministry Workrooms & Interns 34 Bridge Café Bridge Arcade 100 Level Children Custodian 5 40 n ia Cu st od ge ua g n ) La LA er y ( W t s in m tm de es Aca W Young Family Alcove 400 Upper Level 35 PARKING MAP 36