Indiana Ministries Update
March 14, 2011 - Vol 3, Issue 6
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Jeff Matas Joins the Indiana Ministries Team
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It is with great enthusiasm that Indiana Ministries welcomes Jeff Matas as the
I asked Jeff to tell you about himself.
 If I had to describe myself in one word, it would be "passionate." Each day, I strive for meaning and purpose...it's the air I breathe that enables me to go forward in life. My passion to make a difference is what God used to call me into ministry. I have a passion for the local church. I believe in the local church. I love the mission of the local church. The church is the embodiment of Christ. His mission is our mission. Jesus said He came to proclaim the salvation of the Lord; to set people free from the chains of sin (Luke 4:18). I love it when the church, like Jesus, goes beyond its walls to where the people are. I love it when the church, like Jesus, is willing to put aside what it prefers and its own comfort for the sake of those who are bound in sin and lost. I love it when the church, like Jesus, loves with such grace that it makes religious people nervous.
Read the rest of the article...
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Important Dates in 2011:
Mar. 15 - Assimilation Workshop
April 9 - Best Practices Conf./FFF
April 15-17 - Jr. High Believe
May 13-15 - Pastors' Wives Retreat
Sept. 23-24 - 3SLI
Oct. 2 - Ordination Service
Oct. 3 - Annual Meeting
Oct. 27 - Credentials Planning Mtg
Nov. 4-6 - ISYC
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Youth Leader Conference
Anderson University is bringing two nationally known youth leadership speakers, Doug Fields & Steve Gerali, to campus March 21-22. For details and to register, click here! |
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THE 3RD AND FINAL BEST PRACTICES CONFERENCE - APRIL 9TH
Pastors, we don't want you to miss out on this awesome opportunity. By attending this one day conference with at least one lay leader from your church you can become eligible to apply for financial assistance in the areas of educational loans, healthcare and/or pension. You can read more about the Financial Freedom Fund/Lilly Grant by checking it out on our website. You should have received a mailing with a registration form and more detailed information. Mark your calendar and and recruit your lay leader (the treasurer or a board member are the most ideal choice). The meeting will last from 9:00 am until around 4:00 pm at the Indiana Ministries office. Early registration ends March 31st so send in your form soon! Contact Cindy Talley at ctalley@indianaministries.org for more information. Hope to see you April 9th!
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 E3: Energy, Enthusiasm, Excellence
A Children's Ministry Lab
led by Tina Houser, author and teacher
April 9 - Westlake Community Church
9:00 am to 3:30 pm
Cost $40 (includes lunch)
Click here to read a detailed information sheet
Click here to download a registration form.
Questions? Contact Ray Houser (765) 271-7055
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Our staff lifted these congregations and their pastors in prayer recently. Join us in saying a prayer on their behalf: - Bedford First COG - Pastor Travis Inman
- Bloomington, Stoneybrook Community - Pastor Brian Bolton
- Bremen COG - Pastor Jaree Kratzer
- Butlerville, COG at Nebraska
- N.Charlestown COG - Pastor James Cash
- Chesterfield Community Church - Pastor Wayne Sellers
- Clarksville-Hope Community - Pastor Richard Willowby
- Columbia City, Big Lake COG- Pastor Doug McVay (interim)
- Columbus, Central Heights COG - Pastor Nathan Greene
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Pastors Wives Retreat - Rhythms of Grace
May 13-15
Camp Camby, IN
Ladies, mark your calendars for a relaxing getaway with other pastors' wives just like you at Camp Camby in Camby, Indiana (just southwest of Indy). Friday night we will be having FREE haircuts, getting acquainted, laughing and hanging out. Saturday will offer a couple times of worship together with the bulk of the day spent in Nashville, Indiana exploring all the wonderful shops and restaurants! The annual Birthday Party will be Saturday evening. Sunday morning will be our "church" and you'll be on your way home by noon. If you have never attended a wives retreat and you're a little nervous, please be assured that it is a very low-key weekend with no pressure...it's just a bunch of gals who like to hang out together away from the everyday stresses of home and church.
Early Registration by March 31st: $100
After March 31st: $120
Make checks payable to Indiana Ministries and mail to:
Indiana Ministries, Attn: Cindy
13300 Olio Rd #303
Fishers, IN 46037
(Please designate "pastors wives retreat" in the memo line)
Download the registration form!
Contact Cindy Talley with any questions.
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Pastors may attend for FREE!
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Questions, comments, suggestions, and/or content to be considered should be submitted to
Mimi Klotz
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