Growth Guide
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Growth Guide
This page intentionally blank. Princeton Alliance Church exists to help you live life to the fullest in Jesus. “I have come that you may have life and have it to the fullest.” Jesus John 10:10 Daily, we do this by helping you: knowGod everyone in the Word developCommunity everyone in a small group bringHope everyone serving This is our vision, mission and passion. Content Getting Started...........................................................................................1 knowGod Worship.................................................................................................. 3 Spiritual Development........................................................................... 4 2013 “Every Word” Series................................................................. 4 Adults.............................................................................................. 5 Men................................................................................................. 9 Women.......................................................................................... 11 Young Adults.................................................................................. 16 Singles (40+).................................................................................. 16 Students........................................................................................ 17 Children......................................................................................... 18 Prayer............................................................................................ 20 developCommunity Community Opportunities.................................................................... 21 Adults............................................................................................ 21 Couples.......................................................................................... 22 Men............................................................................................... 23 Women.......................................................................................... 25 Children......................................................................................... 26 Celebrate Community.......................................................................... 26 bringHope Serve.................................................................................................... 27 He Cares, We Care.......................................................................... 27 Adults............................................................................................ 29 Adults & Families........................................................................... 29 Celebration Arts............................................................................. 30 Go........................................................................................................ 31 Missions......................................................................................... 31 Church Planting............................................................................. 32 Give..................................................................................................... 33 Donations...................................................................................... 33 Contact Us........................................................................................... 34 Getting Started We love the question, “Where do I start?” because everything at Princeton Alliance Church (PAC) starts with Jesus. If you’re new to church life, we want to introduce you to Him. If you’ve heard of Jesus but haven’t experienced His love and forgiveness, we want to show you how you can. If you know Jesus and want to deepen your relationship with Him, we want to walk alongside you on your journey. As your first step toward feeling at home at PAC, stop by our Welcome Center in the main lobby for information and answers to your questions. From there, join us any Sunday at 9:30 am for Starting Point, where you can meet a pastor and chat with other newcomers as you enjoy a light breakfast. Then, for a more in-depth look at PAC and our denomination, attend our quarterly “Discover PAC” class. Discover PAC Single session offered twice Sunday, February 24 • 1–3 pm • Room 212 Monday, April 15 • 7–9 pm • Room 203 Facilitated by Lead Pastor Boyd Hannold, here you’ll discover what we believe and how we work together to carry out the vision and mission of the church. This class is not only informative, it’s your first step toward PAC membership. Free onsite childcare is available on request up to four days prior to the class. Register online at princetonalliance.org/classes. Questions? Email [email protected]. 1 Getting Started Once you’ve gotten started, we want you to get connected and involved in the life of the church. That’s where this Growth Guide comes in. Its purpose is to help you find practical ways to know God, develop community and bring hope. To keep things simple, we’ve organized the content that way. So take some time to see how we can serve you and you can serve others. Opportunities exist for every member of your family. If you need guidance, our pastors are available after any worship service to personally speak to you and pray with you. You can also contact a pastor by email at [email protected] or by calling the church office at 609.799.9000. 2 Everything we do stems from knowing God and being in relationship with Him. He calls us into His presence for worship, conversation and a continual discovery of who He is. This is where we find the grace, love and strength required for living life to the fullest in Jesus. Worship Worship is our soul’s response to what we value most... Jesus. Corporate worship as a church family provides a consistent way for us to celebrate who He is, and to be edified and equipped by hearing His Word. Weekly Services: Sunday, 10 and 11:30 am Chinese translation 10 am service Spanish translation 10 & 11:30 am services Adults and High School Students Sanctuary Middle School Students (6th–8th grade) Refuel • Chapel Children (K–5th grade) Crosswalk • Great Room Newborn–Preschool Promised Land • Near the spiral stairs 3 You are awesome, O God, in your sanctuary; the God of Israel gives power and strength to his people. Praise be to God! Psalm 68:35–36 Spiritual Development 2013 “Every Word” Series Jesus answered, “It is written: ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’” Matthew 4:4 One-hour of weekly worship isn’t enough to build a meaningful, powerful, personal relationship with Jesus. Take a moment to let that sink in. We need daily spiritual nourishment. Every day we need to spend time praying, reading Scripture and seeking the leading of the Holy Spirit. These are among the fundamental disciplines of a fully devoted follower of Christ. Because I believe this is critical to the life of PAC, starting January 1 we’ll spend the year reading through the Bible together. All of us. You, me and 1500+ PAC family members. Our goal: To develop the daily habit of spending time in God’s Word so we can know Him more fully. Printed daily reading plans are available at the Welcome Center and in the lobby literature racks. If you prefer to go digital, you can download the free smartphone app called “YouVersion (Bible)” by LifeChurch. Or you can visit youversion.com online. In either case we’re using the Chronological Bible plan to help us understand the context of the Scripture we read. Each Sunday as we gather for worship, the message will relate to a portion of what was read during the week. For those of you who join us as newcomers after January 1, simply start with the current day’s reading. If you fall behind at some point in the year, don’t give up. Start again with the current day’s reading. Keep in mind that YouVersion also offers an audio option that can help you keep up or catch up. I’m really excited to see how we grow as the Body of Christ from this experience. I believe that if we spend the year faithfully reading God’s Word and seeking His presence, our lives will be forever changed. Dr. Boyd Hannold Lead Pastor 4 Spiritual Development Adults Because knowing God is at the heart of our mission, we take your spiritual development seriously. We offer two types of classes to adults each quarter: CORE classes and LIFE classes Our CORE classes are designed to help you grow in your faith. They are fundamental in that they offer you the tools you need to become a fully devoted follower of Jesus Christ. CORE classes are for all adults, regardless of your age or stage of life. Although they complement one another, they can be taken in any order. • The Story: Discovering God’s Big Idea • The Walk: Learning the Art of Discipleship • The Church: Living in Community* • The Book: Listening to the Voice of God* • The Mission: Uncovering the Heart of God Our LIFE classes are designed to help you take a Christ-centered approach to the practical areas of life. Applying biblical principles, they address common life issues such as parenting, marriage and finances. LIFE classes are situation-specific, meaning they are relevant based on your stage of life. • • • • • • Baptism* Christianity 101* Financial Peace University Art of Marriage: Getting to the Heart of God’s Design* Parenting 101: Raising Toddlers to Pre-Teens Parenting 201: Raising Teens* *Offered this quarter 5 Spiritual Development Adults, continued We are offering two CORE classes this quarter. The Book: Listening to the Voice of God Six-week class offered three times Sundays, February 3–March 10 • 1–3 pm • Room 203 Wednesdays, February 6–March 13 • 7–9 pm • Room 203 Sundays, March 17–April 28 • 1–3 pm • Room 203 The Bible is God’s words written for all people. Sounds pretty important, right? Then why is it so hard to understand? “The Book” is a class that offers practical steps to reading, understanding and applying the Bible in our everyday lives. Curriculum provided at no cost. Free onsite childcare available on request up to four days prior to class. Register online at princetonalliance.org/classes. Questions? Email [email protected]. The Church: Living in Community Six-week class offered once Wednesdays, March 20–April 24 • 7–9 pm • Room 203 Did you know that when Jesus talked about the Church He called it His bride? In this class we’ll learn what it truly means to be a part of Christ’s Church. We’ll unpack the truth that we are all made for community, gifted to be a part of that community and called to help others join the community. This class includes an assessment to determine your spiritual gifts and insight into how your gifts can best be used for God’s glory. Curriculum provided at no cost. Free onsite childcare available on request up to four days prior to class. Register online at princetonalliance.org/classes. Questions? Email [email protected]. 6 Spiritual Development Adults, continued We are offering five LIFE classes this quarter. Christianity 101 Six-week class offered three times Sundays, February 3–March 10 • 1–2:15 pm • Room 202 Sundays, March 17–April 28 • 1–2:15 pm • Room 202 Wednesdays, March 20–April 24 • 7–8:15 pm • Room 202 The decision to follow Christ is a life-changer. Are you searching for answers, wondering what it means to be a Christian? Have you recently accepted Christ as your Savior? “Christianity 101” can help you better understand what a commitment to Jesus means and how to thrive as a Christian in the every-day world. Curriculum provided at no cost. Free onsite childcare available on request up to four days prior to class. Register online at princetonalliance.org/classes. Questions? Email [email protected]. Baptism Class Single session offered three times Sunday, January 6 • 9–9:30 am • Room 203 Sunday, March 10 • 11–11:30 am • Room 202 Sunday, March 17 • 11–11:30 am • Room 202 We consider baptism to be an important step in your relationship with Jesus. If you would like to learn more about the purpose and significance of baptism, join us for one of these brief classes. Participation is encouraged if you would like to be baptized at PAC. We’re celebrating baptism in our services twice this quarter: first on Sunday, January 6 and then again on Easter, March 31. Curriculum provided at no cost. Register online at princetonalliance.org/classes. Questions? Email [email protected]. 7 Spiritual Development Adults, continued The Art of Marriage: Getting to the Heart of God’s Design Six-week class offered once Sundays, February 3–March 10 • 8–9:30 am • Room 203 Every marriage relationship is in a constant state of movement: You and your spouse are either growing closer together or further apart. Unfortunately, it seems that the natural inclination of human hearts is to drift apart over time. Whether you’re newlyweds or have been together for years, this class is designed to help you and your spouse understand the sacred design of your marriage and experience God’s hope and beauty in your life together. Curriculum cost is $20 per couple. Free onsite childcare available on request up to four days prior to class. Register online at princetonalliance.org/classes. Questions? Email [email protected]. For details on our marriage and pre-marital mentoring ministries, refer to “Community Opportunities” on page 22. Parenting 201: Raising Teens Six-week class offered once Sundays, February 3–March 10 • 1–2:30 pm • Room 205 The world is changing and so are today’s teens. Parenting this generation can be challenging, and we want to equip you to meet that challenge. Join us as we offer practical solutions that will change how you relate to your teen. Our hope is that this class will encourage and equip you to raise healthy teens in today’s world––something that’s not only possible but well within your reach. Curriculum provided at no cost. Free onsite childcare available on request up to four days prior to class. Register online at princetonalliance.org/classes. Questions? Email [email protected] 8 Spiritual Development Men PAC is committed to helping you become a disciple of Jesus Christ by partnering with and empowering you to walk with Christ, live like Christ and work for Christ (2 Timothy 3:14–17). Special events such as quarterly breakfasts and annual retreats complement a variety of weekly Bible studies offered by men for men. Men’s Breakfast Saturday, February 9 • 7:45–9:30 am • Great Room Bring a friend and join us Saturday, February 9, for a special Men’s Breakfast featuring former New York Giants’ running back Keith Elias. Back by popular demand, Keith will bring us Part 2 of his compelling story about having it all, losing it all and finding new meaning in life through a relationship with Jesus. Since everything’s better with bacon, we’re including an all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet. $10 donation is appreciated onsite. Register online at princetonalliance.org/men. Questions? Email Lynch at [email protected] Tuesday Men’s Bible Study Tuesdays • 16-week session January 15–April 30 • 7:30–9 pm • Room 205 On Tuesday evenings we’ll continue to learn what it means to be a leader from a biblical perspective. This quarter we’re studying the book of Luke, using the Serendipity Bible to take a close look at the qualities of the ultimate leader––Jesus. This ongoing study is open to men of all ages. Questions? Email Mark at [email protected]. 9 Spiritual Development Men, continued Thursday Men’s Bible Study Thursdays • 17-week session January 3–April 25 • 7:30–9:30 pm • Room 203 “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own undertanding; in all your ways submit to him and he will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5–6 Join us as we study the book of Proverbs in pursuit of deeper wisdom, fuller trust and stronger faith. All men are welcome as we grow in relationship to the Lord and each other through God’s Word, fellowship and prayer. Questions? Email Barry at [email protected]. Sunday Men’s Bible Study Sundays • 8:30–9:30 am • Room 202 We know the typical work week can be hectic, so for those with busy schedules, this men’s study is offered on Sunday morning, ending in plenty of time for you to attend our first worship service at 10 am. We study the Bible, hold each other accountable and lift each other up in prayer. Join us and connect with other men at PAC for support and strength. Questions? Email Bill at [email protected]. Other Men’s Groups For details on men’s fellowship groups and addiction recovery groups, refer to “Community Opportunites” on pages 23 and 24. Save the Date! Mark your calendar now for two important men’s events that you can share with your kids. March 8–10 we’re hosting our annual Father-Daughter Retreat at Pocono Plateau in Cresco, PA. April 5–7 we’re hosting our annual Father-Son Retreat at America’s Keswick Retreat Center in Whiting, NJ. Details for both events will be available at princetonalliance.org/men as the dates draw closer. 10 Spiritual Development Women PAC offers discipleship, prayer, mid-week study and spiritual accountability for ladies of all stages of life. Women’s Bible Studies Laugh with each other, learn from each other, and lean on one another as you discover new biblical truths in a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Curriculum should be purchased in advance of class as indicated. Please note that curriculum costs listed are subject to change at the vendor’s discretion. Teach Me Your Ways (Exodus) by Kay Arthur Thursdays • 10-week session January 3–March 14 • 9:30–11:30 am • Room 205 ISBN-13: 9780736908054, available at amazon.com for $9.99 You won’t want to miss this compelling study on God’s faithfulness in good times and bad, His abundance and sovereignty in our lives, and the discernment we can receive by listening to and trusting the Holy Spirit. A continuation of a study offered last fall, this quarter’s focus is the book of Exodus. Home Study: 15 minutes daily Childcare: Available onsite for $5 per child Questions? Email Asha at [email protected] 11 Spiritual Development Women, continued Having a Mary Spirt: Allowing God to Change Us from the Inside Out by Joanna Weaver Thursdays • 16-week session January 3–April 25 • 9:30–11:15 pm • Room 202 ISBN-13: 9781400072477, available at cbd.com for $9.99 In this study we’ll explore the lives of various Marys of the Bible along with others who encountered God and experienced a personal transformation. We’ll learn how to partner with Christ so we experience “soul-deep” change and reflect more of Him in all aspects of daily living. Together, we’ll encourage one another toward becoming women full of hope, grace and joy. Home Study: 45–60 minutes weekly Childcare: Available onsite at $5 per child Questions? Email Lisa at [email protected] Romans, Part 4: Life as a Living Sacrifice by Precept Ministries Thursdays • 9-week session January 3–February 28 • 9:30–11:30 am • Room 203 Available at http://store.precept.org for $18 As we continue this study of Romans with chapters 12–16, we see that the righteous shall live by faith. This quarter we’ll learn how redemption, justification and propitiation enable us to live righteously as we serve God. Home Study: 60 minutes weekly Childcare: Available onsite for $5 per child Questions? Email Elyse at [email protected] 12 Spiritual Development Women, continued James: Mercy Triumphs by Beth Moore Every other Monday • 9-week session January 14–May 6 • 7:30–9:30 pm • Room 203 ISBN-13: 9781415871713, available at lifeway.com for $14.95 James, Jesus’ own brother, started out as a skeptic. In this study we’ll see how one glimpse of the resurrected Savior turned an unbeliever into a disciple. In many ways, the book of James more closely resembles Proverbs than any other New Testament book. Study topics include joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the power of our words, humility and prayer. Home Study: 15–30 minutes daily, 5 days per lesson (spread over 2 weeks) Childcare: Not available Questions? Email Ann at [email protected] Encounters with God: James by Henry Blackaby Tuesdays • 8-week session January 15–March 5 • 7–8:30 pm • Room 202 ISBN-13: 9781418526535, available at cbd.com for $8.19 In this study we’ll explore down-to-earth instructions and insights on living practically, morally and ethically. Each lesson includes an explanation of Scripture, a story that illustrates the passage, questions for reflection and applications for everyday life. Home Study: 2.5 hours weekly Childcare: Not available Questions? Email Adrena at [email protected] 13 Spiritual Development Women, continued Romans, Part 1: Freed from Sin’s Penalty by Precept Ministries Every other Tuesday • 14-week session January 22–July 2 • 7–9 pm • Room 203 Available at http://store.precept.org for $31.50 What does it truly mean to be “freed from sin’s penalty?” Through this enriching and convicting study of the first five chapters of Romans, you’ll better understand the foundational doctrines of our faith and all that you gain through Jesus’ work on the Cross. Together, we’ll allow God to shape us through His Word so we can make a difference in the lives of others. Soli Deo Gloria––Glory to God alone. Home Study: 2.5 hours weekly Childcare: Not available Questions? Email Caryl at [email protected] Ephesians by Precept Ministries Thursdays • 10-week session March 14–May 23 • 9:30–11:30 am • Room 202 Available at http://store.precept.org for $22.50 Chosen in Christ before the foundation of the world, targeted by grace, inheritors, holy, redeemed, forgiven. Before the Apostle Paul even hints at how we should live, he lays a rock-solid foundation of who we are in Jesus. If you’re feeling like a cog in a wheel and are unsure of your true identity, join us and learn what it means to be a beloved child of God. Home Study: 1 hour weekly Childcare: Available onsite for $5 per child Questions? Email Elyse at [email protected] 14 Spiritual Development Women, continued Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World by Joanna Weaver Tuesdays • 12-week session March 19–June 11 • 7–8:30 pm • Room 202 ISBN-13: 9781578562589, available at cbd.com for $9.99 With her fresh approach to the familiar Bible story, Joanna Weaver shows how all of us, Marys and Marthas alike, can draw closer to our Lord. Through this study we’ll deepen our devotion to God and strengthen our service to Him––with less stress and greater joy. Come and be a part of the study and discussion. Home Study: 1.5 hours weekly Childcare: Not available Questions? Email Adrena at [email protected]. Other Women’s Groups For details on Mom’s Prayer Group, refer to “Prayer” on page 20. For details on Mother’s of Preschoolers (MOPS) and Mom’s Day Out, refer to “Community Opportunities” on page 25. Save the Date! Mark your calendar now for the Women’s Spring Retreat, April 26–28. PAC’s very own Jan Luley and Joan Sander will offer inspiring teaching under the theme “Be Transformed.” So join us at America’s Keswick Retreat Center in closeby Whiting, New Jersey, for a special weekend getaway with God and the girls. Complete details including accommodations, pricing and online registration is available at princetonalliance.org/women. Early-bird discounts end March 17 and space is limited, so act soon. Questions? Email [email protected] 15 Spiritual Development Young Adults (age 18–29) Wednesdays • 7–9 pm • Chapel Want to connect in a fun, relaxed setting with other young adults in genuine faith and friendship? Whether married or single, join us on Wednesday evenings for weekly Bible study, worship and fellowship. Our Young Adults Ministry also offers small groups, social and outreach events throughout the year, so bring a friend and get involved. For additional information including a monthly event calendar, visit princetonalliance.org/youngadults. [email protected] • x 47 Singles (age 40+) Mosaic Fridays • 7:45–9 pm • Room 202 Mosaic offers an authentic weekly connection point for singles age 40+. Join us as we seek God’s perspective, ask real questions and engage in meaningful discussion over relevant teaching. We begin in the Café for fellowship at 7:45 pm and move to Room 202 at 8:00 pm for Bible study. [email protected] • x 27 16 Spiritual Development Students (6th–12th grade) Crossroads Student Ministries Crossroads Student Ministries creates experiences for teens that lead them to a deep, personal relationship with God. We want your teen to know and believe the truth that a life lived to the fullest in Jesus is not only available to them but is what Jesus Himself desires for them. Crossroads Student Ministries has specially designed its discipleship for middle school and high school students. Ignite and Impact offer studies and discussions in like-gender small group settings to middle and high school students respectively. Refuel offers middle school students an ageappropriate Sunday morning worship experience. Collision offers high school students a casual worship experience that includes organized time to hang out, have fun and get to know each other. Middle School (6th–8th grade) Ignite, small groups Refuel, large group Thursdays • 7–8:30 pm • Chapel Sundays • 10 & 11:30 am • Chapel High School (9th–12th grade) Impact, small groups Tuesdays • 7–9 pm • Chapel Collision, large group One Sunday monthly • 7–9 pm • Chapel Special Events January 13 7–9 pm February 13 7–9 pm March 2 March 10 7–9 pm March 22–24 Collision Shaka Night (6th–12th grade) Middle School BIG Day of Service Collision High School Lake Champion Retreat Don’t Forget! Permission slips and deposits for high school students attending LIFE 2013 July 7–14 are due January 15. Permission slips and deposits for middle school students attending the 2013 Student Life Conference August 5–9 are due January 17. Visit princetonalliance.org/student events for complete details. princetonalliance.org/students • [email protected] • x 47 17 Spiritual Development Children (newborn–5th grade) PAC parents agree that it is important for their children to know and follow Jesus. We believe the church plays a signficant role but parents take the lead. Children’s Ministries seeks to partner with you and serve as a resource to your family as you guide your child into a growing relationship with Jesus. We do this through our Promised Land and Crosswalk Sunday programs, monthly Family Time Live! events, and parents’ resources available at princetonalliance.org/children. Crosswalk: Kindergarten–5th grade Sundays, 10 & 11:30 am • Great Room Crosswalk is designed to help your child discover Jesus through teaching, worship, skits, games and other fun, engaging interactions. We’re committed to providing relevant, age-appropriate experiences, so Kindergarten–2nd grade and 3rd–5th grade each have their own large-group environment. Small groups are also a part of the Crosswalk dynamic. Here children can comfortably pray, establish meaningful relationships, and share their thoughts on life applications of lessons learned from the large-group teaching. [email protected] • x 23 Promised Land: Newborn–Preschool Sundays, 10 & 11:30 am • Promised Land Through Promised Land, the littlest members of the church family learn about Jesus in a safe, caring environment with dedicated leaders and volunteers. [email protected] • x 23 18 Spiritual Development Children, continued First Steps Wednesday, March 6 & 13 • 7–9 pm • Great Room We believe it’s important to properly equip parents as their children begin a life-long personal relationship with Jesus. Our “First Steps” class offers practical tools, biblical truths and the encouragement you need to help nurture spiritual growth in your toddler-to-elementary-age children. Free onsite childcare is available. Email us to make a reservation. [email protected] • x 23 Family Time Live! Fridays, monthly • 6:30 pm pizza, 7 pm fun • Great Room Family Time Live! is where kids and parents come together to learn about God’s Big Ideas. This fast-paced, one-hour, interactive, multi-media production is a complement to our Crosswalk curriculum and reinforces the lessons presented to your children each Sunday. As a parent, you’ll not only have fun with your children at Family Time Live!, but you’ll gain valuable insights into what they are learning and receive resources to apply those lessons at home. What’s in store this winter? • • • • January 4 | Family Game Night | God’s Big Idea: Determination February 1 | Family Time Live! Show | God’s Big Idea: Peace March 1 | Family Time Live! Show | God’s Big Idea: Honesty April 5 | Family Time Live! Show | God’s Big Idea: Friendship Child Dedication By appointment Your child is a gift from God. Dedications are an expression of your commitment to be a fully devoted Christ follower who will model a Christcentered lifestyle to your child. Please contact Children’s Ministries for further information on the process and to schedule a dedication. [email protected] • x 23 19 Prayer Prayer & Worship Experience Wednesday, February 13 • 7–8:30 pm • Sanctuary Make plans now to join us for a special Ash Wednesday prayer and worship experience. Praise God and gather in prayer for our church, our community, our nation and our world. [email protected] • x 19 Global Prayer Service Every Sunday • 9–9:30 am • Room 202 Each Sunday morning we meet for 30 minutes to pray for our mission partnerships around the globe. This includes missionaries and missional organizations in Brazil, China, Dominican Republic, Exuma, India, New Zealand, Thailand and the United States among others. [email protected] • x 27 Mom’s Prayer Group Every Thursday • 9:30–11:30 am • Chapel This is a weekly time of prayer for moms of all ages with children of all ages. We discuss topics relevant to our walk with God, and spend time praying for our children and other matters close to the heart. Onsite childcare is available for $5 per child. [email protected] • x 27 Shepherds Our Shepherds pray for and minister to those in need of individual prayer. Simply come to the front of the Sanctuary at the end of any worship service. [email protected] • x 19 The Prayer Chain We want to pray for you. Send us your request by email, and we will forward it to a group of discreet individuals committed to praying for our church family’s needs. If you’d like to be among those who pray for needs, please let us know. We welcome your involvement. [email protected] • x 19 20 Life to the fullest in Jesus involves community. We believe community is best described as a group of believers learning, serving and growing in faith together. Community Opportunities Adults Small Groups Doing life is easier with friends, don’t you agree? At PAC, small groups are about getting connected and doing life together. We believe your involvement in a small group is integral to living life to the fullest in Jesus. Why? Because it’s in the context of spiritually accountable relationships that we best learn and grow while being challenged and encouraged. Our small groups meet at different times and locations throughout the week. Discussion content varies, but all groups include four key elements: study, prayer, fellowship and service. Join a small group and make friends, grow in your faith and become involved in the life of the church. Visit princetonalliance.org/smallgroups today to find a group that’s right for you. [email protected] • x 27 21 Community Opportunities Couples Preparing for Marriage We believe God has provided biblical principles for healthy marriage relationships. It is our desire to help engaged couples grow closer to Jesus and to one another as they prepare for their lifelong commitment. We offer marriage mentors to encourage and guide couples to a Christ-centered married life. [email protected] • x 27 Marriage Mentoring Every marriage needs to be surrounded by people and principles that reflect God’s unconditional love. Whether you would like to serve as a mentoring couple or are a couple that would like to be mentored, this process is a great way to be encouraged through friendship and equipped through discipleship. [email protected] • x 27 22 Community Opportunities Men Men’s Fellowship Groups Geared specifically towards men, these fellowship groups focus on accountability, mentoring and just hanging out—no strings attached. Lawrenceville #1 Monthly, first Saturday • 7–8 am Einstein Bros Bagels (Quaker Bridge) 3340 Brunswick Pike/Route 1 Lawrenceville, NJ [email protected] • x 27 Lawrenceville #2 Wednesdays • 6–7 am Michael’s Diner 2991 Brunswick Pike/Route 1 Lawrenceville, NJ [email protected] • x 27 Men’s Recovery Groups PAC is committed to helping you experience God’s healing and freedom from habits and addictions that prevent you from living life to the fullest in Jesus. Freedom Group Weekly • All inquiries are confidential In this group, men find freedom from unsuccessful attempts to stop or limit sexually compulsive behavior and the battle with lust. Discuss issues openly and confidentially while learning proven strategies “to be transformed by the renewing of our minds.” (Romans 12:2) Email or call for meeting location and details. [email protected] • x 27 23 Community Opportunities Men, continued Addiction Recovery Ministry Saturdays • 9:35–10:30 am • Room 102 (Conference Room) This is a Christ-centered, 12-step recovery program for men seeking to overcome addictive behaviors including but not limited to alcohol and drugs. This group offers a proven model and a compassionate, supportive environment for those who want accountability in the recovery process. [email protected] • x27 24 Community Opportunities Women, continued Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) 2nd & 4th Mondays monthly • January 14–April 22 9:30–11:30 am • Chapel MOPS provides support and community for moms with newborn-topreschool-age children. The MOPS theme for 2012–2013 is “Plunge,” with the goal of teaching us how to plunge into special relationships that can change our lives as mothers. We meet for fellowship, crafts, refreshments and to gain insight from experienced, godly speakers. During our meetings, our children enjoy a fun, age-appropriate lesson of their own. (Cost for this care is $5 per child). MOPS also offers a monthly Mom’s Night Out and impromptu play dates at local parks. So get involved... because better moms make a better world. [email protected] • x 27 Mom’s Day Out Monday–Thursday • 9 am–4 pm Wouldn’t it be fantastic to run errands without strollers, diaper bags or children? Now you can! Care is available for children under five years of age at $8 per hour for one child. There’s an additional fee for additional children. Please make a reservation 48 hours in advance or call for availability. [email protected] • x 23 New Additions Expecting a new baby? Adopting a child? We would love to be praying and preparing for your new arrival along with you. After the baby arrives, one of our team members will help arrange meals if needed and stop by with a gift for the new little one. Share your anticipated arrival date with us, and our visiting team will be in touch. [email protected] • x 23 25 Community Opportunities Children Cub Scouts/Boy Scouts of America, Troop 193 Cub Scouts meet monthly on select Fridays • 7 pm • Great Room Boy Scouts meet weekly on Monday • 7:30 pm • Great Room Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts of America offer a family-centered program for boys in 1st–5th grade, and 6th grade and up, respectively. The Scouts provide a wide variety of exciting experiences focused on character and leadership development. Cub Scouts: [email protected] Boy Scouts: [email protected] For additional information and a schedule of upcoming events, visit http://scout193.org. Celebrate Community Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra PAC regularly hosts the Bravura Philharmonic Orchestra, comprised of professional musicians, gifted amateurs and outstanding young music students. The orchestra performs four concerts a year: a family concert in March, a spring concert in May, a Pops concert in September, and a holiday concert in December. Visit bravuraphil.org for upcoming concert dates and times. 26 Give it away. Because we have a vibrant relationship with God and have discovered how His truths have transformed our lives, we give it away. Hope. Joy. Forgiveness. Freedom. Truth. Blankets. Lunch. A ride. This is the fruit of a life that is full in Jesus Christ. Whether the giving is of your time, talents or treasures, it reflects His transforming love for people. Serve He Cares, We Care Making God’s Love Tangible [email protected] • x 11 He Cares, We Care is PAC’s benevolence ministry. Our goal is to move families from a place of hurting to a place of spiritual, emotional, financial and physical healing. We do this by: • Assisting with immediate needs for food and clothing • Partnering with other agencies to assist families who are being threatened with utility shut-off and/or eviction • Helping individuals and families with budgeting, single-parenting issues and career assistance • Praying with and for the families we serve 27 Serve He Cares, We Care, continued “Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” Matthew 25:40 People do not remember what they are told about God’s love during trying times. They remember what they experience. Our prayer is that each life touched by He Cares, We Care will be a life that has been shown God’s love and grace. Spring & Summer Events • January 14: Budgeting and Parenting Workshop for single moms • February 16: Budgeting and Parenting Workshop for single moms • March 11: Budgeting & Parenting Workshop for single moms • March 23: Easter Dinner for He Cares, We Care families • April 22: Budgeting & Parenting Workshop for single moms We always appreciate your help. To volunteer to serve at one of these events, email [email protected]. CARS Ministry [email protected] • x 11 The CARS Minstry provides one more avenue for practical assistance. Volunteer teams of backyard mechanics repair vehicles donated by those in our congregation and community, making them road ready and available to single moms and others in need. Our CARS volunteers meet in the garage every Wednesday at 7 pm to work on vehicles. Change some oil or detail an interior. No experience necessary. We will train you. Men, women and teens welcome. Every other Wednesday, we start a little earlier at 6 pm, and meet for Bible study first. To donate a vehicle, email [email protected]. 28 Serve Adults Elderly Visitation [email protected] • x 27 Be a blessing to the elderly by helping them overcome loneliness and achieve the fullness of life in Christ. We partner with assisted living and nursing home facilities in our area to bring the love of Jesus to seniors. Hurricane Sandy Relief [email protected] • x 27 Hurricane Sandy forever changed the lives of thousands of New Jersey residents. Families lost their homes, belongings and livelihood. We’re committed to providing long-term assistance. For details on opportunities to serve at the Jersey Shore and up-to-date lists of supply needs, visit princetonalliance.org/relief. Adults & Families Serve Plainsboro [email protected] • x 19 Living out the Gospel in ways that touch the community is important to us. So we’re excited about showing the love and hope of Jesus to Plainsboro through practical acts of service. Stay tuned for details on upcoming Serve Plainsboro events, which will be highlighted at princetonalliance.org. Frontline Ministry [email protected] • x 27 “You only get one chance to make a first impression.” Our Frontline Ministry volunteers help people feel welcome. That first impression could become an open door for someone to meet Christ. Frontline Ministry includes: • Greeters who welcome you with a friendly smile and an open door • Ushers who serve the church family before, during and after the services • Welcome Center volunteers who provide information about our ministries and show guests how to get from here to there Men, women and teens are invited to serve. 29 Serve Celebration Arts Sing or play an instrument? Interested in collaborating on set design or screen graphics? Never operated a camera but want to learn? A fan of sound and lighting? Join the Celebration Arts Ministry and use your gifts to help create and capture authentic, Christ-centered worship experiences for the church family. Musicians [email protected] Play in the string orchestra or audition for one of our musical teams for the weekend services. Camera, Audio and Lighting [email protected] Bring your professional skills or be trained by a professional in technical production of our services. Video and Post-production [email protected] Join the teams that work behind the scenes on our podcasts, videocasts and video projects. All training provided. Designers and DIYers [email protected] Collaborate in set design, screen graphics and sermon series visual creativity. 30 Go Missions God’s global mission––sharing the transformational love and grace of Jesus around the world––is a vital part of who we are at PAC. It’s so important that we want everyone in the church family to be involved by praying, giving or going in 2013. In faith and humilty we’ve accepted God’s call to cross-culturally share the Gospel. Our emphasis is on passionately serving and sharing Jesus while: • • • • Preventing the prostitution and trafficking of children Providing food, housing and a nurturing environment to street orphans Assisting families in crisis due to poverty or natural disaster Creatively planting new churches Keep an eye out for our 2013 Go Guide, which includes a complete schedule and summary of the 15 PAC-led, short-term mission experiences we’re offering this year. Copies will be distributed to the church family in January. Throughout the rest of the year the guide is available at the Welcome Center and in the literature racks in the church lobbies. This year our key mission Sundays are January 27, February 3 and February 10. During these services we’ll be challenged to see the world through God’s eyes and personally take part in His global mission. On Saturday, February 9, we’ll observe our second-annual, churchwide Day of Prayer & Fasting. We’ll each ask God where He would like us to go this year and what He would like us to give to the Great Commission Fund through a Faith Promise pledge on February 10. “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:19–20 [email protected] • x 27 • princetonalliance.org/missions 31 Go Church Planting In 2009 PAC began a church planting movement to reach those in need of the Gospel. 217church, which meets at the AMC Theater in Hamilton, is now a spiritually, operationally and financially sound church endorsed by the Christian and Missionary Alliance. In February of 2012 PAC lauched Element Church in North Brunswick. Under the leadership of Pastor Matthew Murphy, Element Church now has an average weekly attendance of 150 at the Regal Cinema along with a growing small group ministry and an effective community outreach. Service Location Regal Commerce 18 Cinema Theaters 7 & 8 2399 US 1 South North Brunswick, NJ 08902 Church Office & Mailing Address Element Church c/o PAC 20 Schalks Crossing Road Plainsboro, NJ 08536 609.799.9000 For service times and more, visit elementnj.org. 32 Give Donations Thank you for partnering in God’s work by giving. PAC is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and all donations are tax deductible. You can designate your giving to the following funds: General Fund (GF) supports all church ministries He Cares, We Care (HCWC) is our benevolence outreach Great Commission Fund (GCF) supports global mission projects Church Planting Fund (CP) supports current PAC church plant initiatives To make a donation: • Make checks payable to PAC; indicate the fund designations and amounts on the memo line. • Visit princetonalliance.org/give and make your donation online. • Cash donations can be anonymous. If you would like to receive giving statements for tax purposes, giving envelopes for cash donations are available in the pew racks. • Securities can be transferred to PAC’s Schwab account number 7228-9124, DTC #0164 Code 40. Contact the church office to designate your contributions. • Contributions to our He Cares, We Care Ministry can be made through your employer’s United Way campaign by designating your donation to PAC’s benevolence ministry, code 029190 (NY/NJ), code 48066 (South Eastern PA), or “Princeton Alliance Church, Plainsboro, NJ” (Greater Mercer County). • Ask your company’s Human Resources department about its independent corporate matching programs. Questions about giving? Email [email protected]. 33 Contact Us Call the church office at 609.799.9000. Boyd Hannold • [email protected] • x 19 Lead Pastor David Coder • [email protected] • x 12 Executive Pastor Shaun Sass • [email protected] • x 23 Children’s Ministries Pastor Josh Dean • [email protected] • x 32 Next Generation Ministries Pastor Nathan Karcesky • [email protected] • x 25 Community & Care Pastor Steve Grusendorf • [email protected] • x 49 Spiritual Development Pastor Joel Koenigsberg • [email protected] • x 30 Celebration Arts Pastor Matt Murphy • [email protected] • x 27 Lead Pastor, Element Church (PAC church plant) Bonnie Gay • [email protected] • x 16 Operations Director Kristen Bowen • [email protected] • x 28 Communications Director 34 Notes Princeton Alliance Church 20 Schalks Crossing Road | Plainsboro, NJ 08536 609.799.9000 | princetonalliance.org