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May 10, 2012
In this Issue
2012 FAM VBS
Thirsty - All Church Prayer
Elder Recommendations
MOPS
Baptism and Congregational Meeting
Youth MInistry
Iron Men
Adult Sunday Classes
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2012 FAM VBS

 

VBS 2012

 

FAM VBS Supervisors Meeting - Wednesday, May 30, 7 - 9 pm  

All FAM VBS Classroom Supervisors are requested to join us for this mandatory informative meeting and training session. We will be discussing goals, roles, changes and details for 2012 FAM VBS. Please let us know if you have any questions at kotis@southparkchurch.org.

 

All FAM VBS Volunteer MeetingWednesday, June 6, 6:45 - 9 pm  

All FAM VBS Volunteers are requested to join us for this mandatory informative meeting and training session for 2012 FAM VBS. Please let us know if you have any questions at kotis@southparkchurch.org.

Thirsty All Church Prayer Meeting

Thirsty"Thirsty" - Monday, May 14

7-8:30 p.m.,  Fireside Room

Come join us for prayer and worship at our "Thirsty" prayer meeting, as we focus on "Unity Through Prayer" on Monday night, May 14 at 7:00 in the Fireside Room. We will be praying for the building renovation plans.

Now Accepting Elder Recommendations

The nominators are seeking recommendations for one elder position. Anyone attending SPC may submit an application although only church members may vote. All nominees will receive fair consideration although not all persons recommended will be interviewed. We ask that all prayerfully participate in this important part of our SPC life. Submissions are due by Sunday, May 20 to the church office or by e-mail to Pat Schreiber at rschrei860@aol.com. Applications can be found by clicking here.  

MOPS (MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS) -
Wednesday Mornings beginning in September

MOPSMOPS is now accepting registrations for the new MOPS year beginning in Sept 2012. Registrations are available at the Welcome Center or in the Church office in the MOPS box. MOPS is a community of moms who share a similar desire to be the very best mom they were created to be!  Cost is $150.00 for the year. Click here to contact Caitlyn Warren for more information.  


MOPS is also looking for volunteers to help with MOPPETS. MOPPETS is our children's program and that occurs during MOPS. This program allows our women to attend MOPS and enjoy a morning that feeds them with fellowship, faith and food! If you are able to watch children in MOPPETS, we would be blessed by your gift of time and compassion!  Click here to contact Caitlyn Warren for more information.

Baptism and Congregational Meeting - Sunday, June 10

BaptismBaptism - If you are a believer in Jesus Christ and have committed your life to following Him, should consider publically declaring this through believer's baptism. Please sign up at the Welcome Center or online to attend the Baptism Class held by Pastor Eric, scheduled for June 3 at 12:15 p.m.  Please visit www.southparkchurch.org/Baptism prior to the class for preparation material including a recorded message and worksheet. If you do not have access to a computer, please call the church office for a preparation packet.

 

Congregational Lunch and Meeting

The Trustees and Facility Renovation Team have been hard at work to prepare an action plan and timeline. Their report will be followed by a request for support from the congregation to proceed with the fundraising and design. Please make plans to participate in this important meeting. Additional updates will be shared by Nominators, Elders, and Leadership Team. Lunch will be provided after church with the meeting to start at 1:00 pm. Childcare is provided for children 5 and under for those that RSVP prior to June 5.  Click here to request childcare.  

Youth Ministry

FearsJAM/1:20 Series "Fears"  - Wednesdays 7 - 9 p.m.

JAM 1:20 will officially end on May 16.

Summer JAM 1:20 will start back up July 11 for six weeks.  

 

JAM/1:20 Summer Trips  

JAM Great America: June 27
Feed My Starving Children: June 30
1:20 Cedar Point: July 22-24
1:20 Wilderness Trip: August 6-10

 

W.O.R.D. Series: Evangephobia, Sundays at 9:15am, in room #317

Iron Men

Iron Men

 

Iron Men: "Honor Begins at Home"

Saturday mornings, 7am - 8:30am

Join us for an 8-week series focusing on being Strong & Courageous for the sake of our faith & families.  

 

Upcoming Schedule:

 

Session 4 (May 12th): Walking in Integrity

Session 5 (May 19th): Serving and Protecting

No Iron Men Today (May 26th): Memorial Day Weekend

Session 6 (June 2nd): Winning and Blessing Their Hearts

Session 7 (June 9th): Leaving a Legacy

Session 8 (June 16th): Surrounding Yourself with Accountability

Current Adult Sunday School Classes

Marriage Series: Sundays, 9:15 a.m., April 15  through June 10marriage series

Continuing on the tradition started from last year, Dr. Bradley Olson, Psy. D., M. Div., Licensed Clinical Psychologist, will continue to speak on the Biblical 

marriage topic and how we can improve our communication, mutual spiritual growth, emotional intimacy, managing conflicts, and many more applicable topics. This 9-week series will challenge is to grow in our marriages and our relationship with God.  For more information, contact R.A. Atanus at RA@Southparkchurch.org.

 

Genesis Class: Sundays, 10:45 a.m. Have you ever wondered how the message of the book of Genesis applies to us today?  Come and join us as we study this book together in the Journey Class starting April 22. For more information, contact R.A. at RA@Southparkchurch.org.

 

Contact SPC by Email or Phone

 

By Email:  Click on the name of the staff member below to send an email.  

 

By Phone:  Each staff member has their own extention which allows you to reach a specific staff member or ministry quickly.  If you are not sure where to direct your call, press 0 to reach the office or leave a message on the general mailbox.  Your message will be forwarded to the appropriate area of ministry.

 

South Park Church:  847.825.5507

 

Eric Flood, Senior Pastor, x22     

R.A. Atanus, Exec. Director, x26                              

Kal Otis, Pastor of Family/Children's Ministries, x 30       

Bob Anderson, Youth Pastor, x 32

Chris Clifton, Dir. Worship and Creative Arts, x 29  

Jeannine Woerz, Dir. Care/Office, x 25  

Paul Gross, Dir. Operations, x 39  

Renee Gerstmayr, Exec. Admin., x 24

Becky Flood, Assoc. Dir. Adult MInistries, x40

Deborah Kaminsky, Assoc. Director Youth, x 42

Jenn Sydow, Youth Asst., x 33

Teresa Sweitzer, Children's Assistant, Nursery-Kind., x 41

Steve Kaminsky, Dir. A/V Ministry and College Group, x 28 

 

  
 

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