The Session recently granted Ruling Elder Chris Odell's request for a sabbatical from Session for the remainder of 2026. We are grateful for Chris's service in many areas of church ministry, happy to grant him this sabbatical, and grateful that he plans to continue to serve in several areas including shepherding.

Staff Study Leave: Pastor Matt will be on study leave March 23-28. Please contact one of the elders in case of an emergency.

The Madonia group is hosting a visitor’s lunch this Sunday. All visitors are welcome to stay for lunch in the double classroom after the 2nd service! Bring your appetite and look forward to a time of fellowship with members of our church body.

Missions Ministry: Forestgate Church is partnering with Faith Comes By Hearing, for three years to raise the necessary $35,000 per year to complete the oral language Bible translation of the Twa of Bangweulu.  Please consider how you can make an impact in remote communities experiencing the transforming power of Truth as they record God's Word in their unique heart language. Giving envelopes are located on the missions table in the lobby.  

Forestgate will be hosting Presbytery on April 22 and 23. Volunteers are needed for set-up, clean-up, and to act as Host/Hostess, keeping snacks and drinks stocked for attendees. Please contact Ministry Assistant, Chuck Young at chuck.young@forestgate.org by April 6 with interest and availability, or you can sign up HERE.

PCA’s Geneva – Relief Fund: As part of our calling and ongoing commitment to mercy ministry offered in Jesus’ name (Matt. 25: 35-40), the deacons are asking the congregation to prayerfully consider giving to our denomination’s Geneva – Relief Fund (previously called “Ministerial Relief Fund”), during our March fund drive. Since 1973, this fund has provided practical expressions of love, help, care, and encouragement to PCA pastors, wives, widows, and church workers who’ve experienced hardship and loss. You can learn more HERE. You can participate in this mercy ministry using the above link, or by a check made out to Forestgate, designated “Geneva – Relief Fund”, anytime during the month of March. Afterwards, the deacons will add $500 to the designated monies collected, using the Benevolence Fund, and send the total to the ministry.

Aria Rayes will be stepping down as the Nursery Coordinator at the end of this month while remaining on staff as our Communications Coordinator. It has been her pleasure serving the families of Forestgate and their little ones. If you're interested in a part-time, paid position with our nursery ministry, please consider applying for this flexible role. Reach out to Aria at aria.rayes@forestgate.org if you're interested or have questions.

Adult Sunday School Class | Esther: Come explore with us the book of Esther, a story about a young Hebrew woman who was a slave in Persia, yet God exalted her to the highest position that a woman could hold to save her people from destruction. Jews today still celebrate her story in the festival of Purim. See how God works to save his people from an evil ruler whose pride and arrogance knew no bounds. This class will start this Sunday, March 8 and will be taught by Tony Burch.

Adult Easter Choir: Wednesday evening rehearsals are at 5:30pm. Sign up HERE. Previous choir members are encouraged to sign up! See Music Director Anna Saks for questions anna.saks@forestgate.org.
Palm Sunday Children's Choir PreK - Jr. High
We are meeting the last 15min of Sunday School (10:40-10:55am) from February 15-March 22, and singing in Palm Sunday services. No sign-up necessary.

Men’s Retreat | April 10-11 “God's Grace in Our Suffering”
Men, we hope you can join us for a Forestgate Spring Retreat at Quaker Ridge Camp in Woodland Park. Cost is $65 per man for the first 40 men to sign up via Breeze. After those slots are filled, the cost will be $130 per man. Scholarships are available to help with costs. Meals provided: Friday, dinner only. Saturday, Breakfast, and Lunch will be served. Sign up HERE. Questions? Reach out to Brandon Shannon or Chuck Young men@forestgate.org.

Next week at GriefShare, March 25 —“Grief and Your Household” Any adult who has experienced the death of a family member or friend is invited to attend the 13-week GriefShare support group Wednesdays at 10 am—you may join at any time in the cycle. Click HERE to register. Questions? See Kelly Odell, Joan Funke, Bruce Beyerly or send an email to GriefShare@forestgate.org.

Starting January 11 in partnership with Waypoint, Forestgate will be hosting a Financial Peace University course on Sundays from 3-5pm. Many Christians could benefit from the practical framework for getting out of debt, being clear in financial goals with oneself or with a spouse, and building wealth so that they can grow in generosity towards others. The first ten families to register will get the course membership for savings of over 60% of. Contact George Pollock (george.pollock@gmail.com) or Amy Pollock (amyjpollock@gmail.com) to sign up for this special discount while supplies last. Scholarship options are available as well.

Women’s Wednesday Evening Bible Study Spring 2026 will be “In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character” by Jen Wilkin. Books $7. We meet at 6:30pm in the double classroom. Please RSVP to Stephanie at Wednesdayeve@forestgate.org.

Tuesday Morning Bible Study: January 13 - April 28
We will meet in the double classroom for fellowship and the study will begin at 9:30am. Our book this spring will be “Suffering: Gospel Hope When Life Doesn’t Make Sense” by Paul David Tripp. For more info or to register, please contact Pat at tuesdayam@forestgate.org. Books are $12 and will be available in December. We look forward to seeing you there!