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September 12, 2013
In this Issue
Outreach Prayer
Stem Cell Drive for Jimmy Rancich
Congregational Meeting
Baptism
Attention Gmail Users
Adult Ministries
Contact us by Phone or E-mail
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Outreach Prayer 

Outreach

Outreach Prayer Meeting - Tuesday, September 17 
Praying for our Outreach Partners is the privilege and responsibility of each of us. Come join us in the upper library for a time of dedicated prayer for our SPC Outreach program and our Outreach Partners at 7 p.m. on the third Tuesday of every month.

Stem Cell Drive for Jimmy Rancich

Stem Cell Drive for Jimmy Rancich
Sunday, September 22, 8:30am-3:00pm 

Jimmy Rancich - 17, was recently diagnosed with a rare form of blood cancer. He will need a stem cell transplant in the late Fall. The process to see if you may be a MATCH is a simple registration form and a cheek swab. To learn more about being a stem cell donor you can go to www.bethematch.org

Congregational Meeting

Congregational Meeting - Sunday, September 22, 4 p.m.
Every member is a minister. That's why we gather for congregational meetings. This fall we'll hear what's planned for Adult, Youth, and Family & Children's ministries. The next stage of Breakthrough and facility renovation will be shared. Trustees and Elders will give vital updates. And together we will ask for God's leading and blessing. 

Baptism

Baptism - Sunday, November 17 

If you are a believer in Jesus Christ and have committed your life to following Him, you should consider publicly declaring this through believer's baptism. Visit www.southparkchurch.org/baptism to sign up and let us know you are interested. Online you will find preparation materials including a recorded messages and worksheets. If you do not have access to a computer, please call the church office at 847-825-5507. 

Attention Gmail Users

Gmail Users  

Are you using Gmail's new tabs to organize your e-mail? 

 

Stay organized and in the know - don't miss another South Park Church E-mail. Follow the two simple steps below: 

 

1. Click and drag a South Park Church email from the Promotions tab and drop it into the Primary tab.

2. Click yes in the yellow box when prompted to ensure all future emails show up in the Primary tab.

Adult Ministries

Adult Journey Class: Islam: Why the conflict? Sunday 10:45am, Fireside Room
This study starts on Sept. 15th and continuing until Sept. 29th. This 3 week study on the beliefs and understanding of the Muslim Religion will focus on the differences and similarities between Christianity and the viewpoints of the West vs. the Middle East including biases we may already exist on both sides and how Christians and Muslims view each other. The main goal is to establish a better understanding for us as Christians to witness to our Muslim friends. 
 
Fall Women's Bible Study - Thursdays starting September 19 
Join us for our Fall Bible Study, True Woman 101...Divine Design by Mary Kassian and Nancy Leigh Demoss. This nine week study will help women discover, embrace, and delight in God's divine design and mission for their lives and reflect the beauty and heart of Jesus Christ to their world. Thursdays, September 19 - November 14, 9:30-11 a.m. or 7-8:30 p.m. Register at the Welcome Center, $15. 
 
Iron Men Iron Men: Fall Session: Authentic Manhood - Saturday, 7-8:30 am in MPR 
Join us on Sat. Sept. 14th as kick off our Fall series with focus on our core identity as men. We will be identifying and overcoming the related past wounds that cause distortions of Biblical identity of masculinity and will apply this Biblical manhood as it applies to self, our marriages, families, work and the world. We will also discuss how to grow in this identity and walking with God. This is one series that you would not want to miss. 

 

Faith and Fitness Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m.
Join us for this low-impact fitness class for women. No need to sign up, simply show up in room 209! This summer we meet on Wednesday and Friday mornings at 9 a.m.

 

Hymnsing "Campsongs" - September 13, 6:30pm 

Join the Spectrum group in Fellowship Hall for a fun night of camp songs. Bring a lawn chair to be comfortable by the indoor "fireside" 

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 extension 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     

Becky Flood, Assoc. Dir. Adult Ministries, x40 

Bob Anderson, Youth Pastor, x 32  

Kal Otis, Pastor of Family & Children's, x 30       

Jeannine Woerz, Dir. Care/Office, x 25   

Deirdre King, Youth Ministry Assistant, x 42

Paul Gross, Dir. Operations, x 39

Kristin Nelson, Office Assistant 

R.A. Atanus, Exec. Director, x26   

Renee Gerstmayr, Assoc. Dir. Adult Ministries, x 24 

Jenn Sydow, Assoc Dir. Youth Ministry, x 33

Teresa Sweitzer, Children's Assist., Infant-K., x 41

Aarika Yarger, Assoc. Children's Director, x 31

Sarah Juern, Media Ministry Coordinator 

Bernie Gerstmayr, Worship Director

 

Thanks for taking the time to read our newsletter. For more information on South Park Church, please visit our website at: www.southparkchurch.org