Ministry Newsletter April 2009
Drawing Near to God is a ministry of compassionate care and a place of hope and healing centered around worship, teaching, and prayer.
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 Dearest DNG family,
As I write this during the Easter season, I am reminded of the love of Jesus Christ for us that held Him on the cross. We celebrate the resurrection and the awesome freedom we have because He has canceled our debt of sin. He paid a debt He didn't owe and He set our broken lives free by breaking through the grave clothes.
What grave clothes do you have wrapped around you? What chains keep you in the same pattern of agony struggling to be set free? Paul reminds us that the same power that resurrected Jesus Christ from the grave is available to us. The death of Jesus and the power of His resurrection are sufficient to break through any struggles you may face. And to that I say "amen"!
This month's newsletter is filled with exciting news. No longer is DNG a seasonal ministry, but we will have opportunities for teaching scheduled throughout the year. This summer, please join us for our times of equipping led by many gifted teachers and join in our once a month teachings that I will be doing entitled Making Space for God. The calendar of events appears in this newsletter. I ask that each of you consider sending this newsletter to everyone in your address book as I truly believe that this series, Making Space for God, beginning this summer and continuing next year, will impact our community in ways we could never imagine.
Will you make space for God this summer and next fall as we gather in the power of His resurrection?
With great love for each of you,
Joanne
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| Joanne's Speaking Schedule
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- St. Andews Evening Service, Wednesday, April 22, 6:30 p.m.
- Stinkin' Thinkin', Thursday, May 7, 9:30 a.m., DNG, St. Andrews
- Women of God Rise Up!, Sunday, May 10, 10:00 a.m., Faith Covenant Christian Church
- Intimacy with God, Saturday May 16, 9:30 a.m., Soaking Prayer Day, St. Andrews
- I am a King's Kid, Thursday, June 11, 9:30 a.m., DNG, St. Andrews
- Bloom Where you are Planted, Saturday, June 20, 2:15 p.m., New Wine, St. Andrews
- God Calls Me Friend, Thursday, July 9, 9:30 a.m., DNG, St. Andrews
- God's Economy, Thursday, August 6, 9:30 a.m., DNG, St. Andrews
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Making Space for God this Summer
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Stay connected to DNG this summer as Joanne talks about relevant topics for today. The teachings are on Thursday mornings from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Everyone is welcome. There is no cost and no childcare available. Prayer is available after each session.
May 7 ~Stinkin' Thinkin'
Are your thoughts out of control? Do you believe lies about yourself, your family, your friendships, your job? Learn more about how to get your thoughts in control.
June 11 ~ I Am A King's Kid!
Discover the inheritance that is yours as a child of God.
July 9 ~God Calls Me Friend
Imagine that the God of the universe desires a friendship with you! Come to know Him as a trusted friend.
August 6 ~God's Economy
In these turbulent economic times, God has the keys to unlock everything you need to survive!
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 Equipping and Training Opportunites
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DNG is a ministry that believes strongly in equipping and releasing people to step into their God given gifts and use them to advance the kingdom of God. We will be using anointed teachers to help us with these sessions. Join us.
Healing Prayer - 12 p.m. - 1 p.m.
Tuesday, May 19 - What is Healing Prayer?
Tuesday, June 16 - How to Hear the Voice of God.
Tuesday, July 21 - Using our Spritual Gifts in Prayer.
Intercessory Prayer -10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Wednesday, May 27 - What is Intercessory Prayer?
Wednesday, June 24 - Why does God use us to Intercede?
Wednesday, July 29 - Be Still and know that I am God
Jesus taught and then demonstrated. At each session, there will be 30 minutes of teaching and 30 minutes of practicing what we learn.
Everyone is welcome. Space is limited, please call the DNG Office to make reservations. There is no cost.
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 Exciting News for Fall 2009 and Spring 2010
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At the end of last season we asked the question, "what is on your mind and in your heart?" Many of you submitted questions and comments that were profound and have inspired Joanne to completely change the teachings for our next season! The talks will be supported with scipture from the Old and New Testament and are life applicable.
Making Space For God
September 2009 - March 2010
Thursday mornings . 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
live worship . teaching . small group discussion . healing prayer
childcare available up to 4K
Fall Session - September 17-November 12
Week #1 In the Eye of the Storm
Having God's Presence in turbulent times
Week # 2 Cosmic Forces
Dealing with Spiritual Warfare
Week #3 God Still Speaks Today
Learning to discern God's voice amidst the voices that crowd Him out
Week #4 When God Says No
Having what we don't want and wanting what we don't have
Week #5 Extra Grace Required
Dealing with the difficult people in our lives
Week #6 Increasing the Presence of God
Drawing close to God through meditation, prayer, fasting
Week #7 The Promise Keeper
Trusting the Promise Keeper in the face of broken promises
Week #8 A Place of Authority
Confronting every day battles with confidence
Week # 9 Connecting with Others (Brunch & Testimonies)
Dealing with isolation of today's world; building community
 Spring Session - January 21 - March 18
Week #1 Prayer Moves Mountains
Centering prayer, intercessory prayer, healing prayer
Week #2 What Does God Require of Me?
Recognizing that God's requirements are few and simple
Week #3 Bloom Where you are Planted
Learning to trust that God has placed you in certain places and relationships for a purpose
Week #4 Life in the Fast Track
Recognizing the difference between busyness and fruitfulness
Week #5 Powerless or Powerful?
Growing in a relationship with the Power Source
Week #5 Do I have to?
Working through the challenges of obeying God
Week #6 Walking on Water
Dealing with the fear for family and friends who don't believe
Week #7 What is God Up to?
Examining the struggles in today's society and discerning God's good plan
Week #8 Lies that Block our Dreams ((Brunch & Testimonies)
Searching and ridding ourselves of the lies that block the dreams that God has planted in our hearts
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