IN THIS ISSUE
CALENDAR
  • Jan 17 - Prayer class
  • Jan 17 - Go Team meets
  • Jan 17 - Children's Ministry Luncheon
  • Jan 21 - Mayor's Breakfast
  • Jan 21 - Refit Kick-Off
  • Jan 24 - Garden of Eatin' Meeting
  • Jan 31 - Annual Congregational Meeting
  • Jan 31 - Homemade Soup Cook-Off (after the meeting)
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  January 15, 2016
Sunday


This week's text is from Hebrews 5:11-6:3.
ADULT EDUCATION CLASS

We are excited to offer an adult education class that started January 10. Pastor Roger and Glenn Simon co-lead a reading and discussion of Tim Keller's sensational book, Prayer. Sign-up is requested. The course runs for a total of 11 weeks on Sunday mornings, starting at 8:55 am in Room 123 (first classroom on the right in the children's hallway).
Go Team

The Go Team meets following service on the Sunday closest to the 15th of each month. Join us this week, January 17, for our next time together.
Children's Ministry Luncheon

We will have a Children's Ministry Luncheon this Sunday (January 17) after service. We would love to get to know you and chat about our ministry. Come enjoy Soup, Salad, and Sandwiches. Sign up with Emily Wages or Amber Burger.
Garden of Eatin' Volunteer Opportunities

Please pray about and consider joining our garden ministry in one of these ways:
  • Co-Leader - Set up work days, work with KC Community Garden mentors, check on garden status, etc.
  • Event Planner - Set up garden activities (eg, Garden Sunset Service)
  • Produce Coordinator - Call people to clean and bag and/or deliver produce
  • Lean-to Construction - We need someone to build a new lean-to; perhaps a Scout or small group project
  • Canopy Construction - We need to build a canopy to protect the fruit bushes from birds.
For more information contact Laura Horn, 816-255-5835.
   
There will be a Garden Team Meeting, Sunday, January 24, right after church.
Children's Ministry Hiring Team

The Children's Ministry Hiring Team is ready to begin accepting resumes for the permanent Director position. If you know someone who may be interested, please ask them to contact us at cmhiringteam@gmail.com. They may also visit deerbrookonline.net for a link to further information. Thanks -- we appreciate your continued prayers!
13th Annual Mayor's Breakfast

Deerbrook has a table at the 2016 Mayor's Character Breakfast on Thursday, January 21, 6:45 am - 9:00 am at John Knox Pavilion. This year's speaker is Dan Meers - the Chiefs' mascot, KC Wolf. If you would like to represent Deerbrook at this community event, please contact the church office.
Fit & Refit 2016

Are you interested in getting FIT in 2016? Deerbrook has several options for you to join other health-seekng people from our church and beyond to get in shape.
   
Interested in walking/running? Join an already existing group of walkers/runners. We meet on Saturday mornings at 7:15 at James A Reed Park. We walk/run 3 miles. It is an easy-paced group and a great time to connect with others!  
   
Also, just starting is a Saturday morning yoga/stretching group. We meet at church at 8:30 for about an hour. Currently, the plan is to work to videos from the internet. It is a fun time to gather and just feel good. 
 
Please call Karen Gilbert at 612-875-9990 or email karengilbert1967@gmail.com for more information. 
  
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*New* REFITŪ ladies' group fitness class coming to Deerbrook! 
    
REFITŪ ladies' fitness at Deerbrook begins Thursday, January 21, with a special kick-off class! Join us for a 60-minute cardio workout designed for ALL ages, shapes, sizes, and fitness levels. This particular class will be a unique fitness experience with uplifting music, where workout meets worship. While the fitness focus of  REFITŪ is structured around cardio-dance movements, toning, flexibility, and stretching are also incorporated. The workout formula is easy to follow. Beginners and fitness enthusiasts are welcome! 
   
Immediately following the kick-off class on the 21st, we will have door prize drawings and a short devotional time. Bring a friend and come see what REFITŪ is all about! 
     
Led by certified instructors Shannon McCord and Stephanie Hamilton. Hosted by Rachel Carlin. Please email Shannon at refitleessummit@gmail.com with any questions. (The class is offered for no-charge, but optional donations to instructors are accepted.) For more information about the REFITŪ format, visit www.refitrev.com
   
Please email instructor Shannon McCord at refitleessummit@gmail.com for more information and/or to sign up!  
Congregational Meeting & Soup Cook-Off

A Homemade Soup Cook-Off is on for January 31 right after the annual congregational meeting.
   
Like last year's chili-fest, it will include competition, awards, and fun.
2017 Church Camp
Registration for Church Camp, June 2017, continues. We need to register this far in advance in order to secure the rooms at the YMCA of the Rockies. However, if your plans change, you will get a refund of your deposit. See the information sheet for details.