Operation Christmas Child Leaders Workshop: You are invited! The local Operation Christmas Child area team is hosting a Project Leaders Workshop, which is for anyone interested in learning more about involvement with the “shoebox ministry” of Samaritan’s Purse. It’s on Saturday, Sep. 20 from 10am-11:30am at Vista Grande Baptist Church. FMI contact Melissa Klute at melissa@klute.org.

Seasonal workers for Operation Christmas Child: The 4-week long seasonal positions include customer service, coaches, greeters, and floor coordinators, warehouse positions i.e. dockworkers, quality/inventory control, class A CDL drivers and forklift drivers. The ideal candidates for these positions will have a saving relationship with Jesus Christ, align with the mission of Samaritan’s Purse, work well with volunteers, be flexible, and able to function well in a fast-paced environment. Click HERE for more info.

We are having another Christmas Choir this year! Rehearsals start on October 8. Questions? See Music Director Anna Saks anna.saks@forestgate.org.

Adult Sunday School Class on Romans: In view of the doctrine of election, why does God find fault with sinners for who resists His will? Learn about this today as we discuss Romans 9:19-33. Prepare for next week by reading Rom 10.

PASTOR MATT VACATION: Pastor Matt will be on vacation Sept. 19-21. Please contact Pastor Josh or one of the elders with any pastoral needs during that time. 

Wise Owls | Meeting Wednesday, September 17, 1-3pm at the Church: You may be unfamiliar with Wise Owls - we are a fellowship group consisting of: senior couples or singles, widows, retired or anyone who may have the Wednesday afternoon available. Whether you are new to Forestgate or have been here a long time, it's a great place to meet others. Currently we are meeting every three months, so our next gathering will be December 17 for our Christmas gathering & festivities. Mark your calendars and if you have any questions please contact Sharon Patterson at daisy82@usa.com.

The Session is happy to announce that the following members have agreed to serve on the Pastoral Search Committee: Dan Klute (chairman), Tony Burch, Erin Dutton, Matt Giesman, Connie Harrington, Cherlynn Moes, Mike Patterson. We are grateful for their commitment to the long hours of prayer and work ahead. We also want to thank the many members who expressed interest in the work of the committee, and we are encouraged by the care and investment that our members have in the future of Forestgate. Please pray for the Committee and their upcoming work as they search for qualified men to fill two positions: Assistant/Associate Pastor of Discipleship and Community Life, and Church Planting Resident. The Committee will begin their meetings soon. 

Sep 23 - Nov 18: We meet in the double classroom at 9am. for fellowship & the study begins at 9:30am. We will be studying “No Empty Word: Relentless Pursuit, a Study on Hosea” by Paula Miles. For more info or to register, please contact Pat at TuesdayAM@forestgate.org. Books are $15 & will be available in September. Childcare is provided; please let us know when you RSVP that you’ll need it & for how many children. We look forward to seeing you there!

Forestgate is partnering with Village Seven Presbyterian Church to offer DivorceCare support groups for people seeking faith-based guidance on a recovery path after separation or divorce. The philosophy of ministry is for caring people to come alongside, to help people find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. This 13-week, video-based program will provide helpful counsel to manage the emotional turmoil and provide practical tools for decision-making. Groups meet Sunday evenings 5:30-7:30, starting September 7 at Village Seven. Register HERE. The same course will be offered at Forestgate starting in January. Contact Bruce or Connie Harrington for more information harrington.bruce@gmail.com.

This week at GriefShare—“Grief & 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 Thursdays at 6:30 pm—you may join at any time in the cycle. Click HERE to register. Questions? Questions? See Kelly Odell, Joan Funke, Bruce Beyerly or email GriefShare@forestgate.org.

As the local missions team, we are excited to announce that our church will be hosting a Powered by Summit event on October 24–25. This special program offers tailored Christian apologetics and biblical worldview training designed to meet the specific needs of our congregation. Kasey Leander of Summit Ministries will speak to us on topics intended to equip those in attendance to engage with and preach Christ to their friends and neighbors. Please put the event on your calendar, think of friends to invite who may benefit, and be on the lookout for more details as the event approaches. Questions can be directed to josh.harstine@forestgate.org.

Wednesday Evening Men's Bible Study meets at 6:45 in the church library. Join us as we unpack the theological richness and warmth of the Heidelberg Catechism, using a Kevin DeYoung book as a guide. First published in 1563, the Heidelberg remains timeless for its clarity and heart-focus. Points of contact for any questions are Matt Giesman, Doug Lee, or Stephen Sprague.

Ladies Watercolor Classes are happening Thursday, September 25 from 10:30-2:30pm, and Saturday September 27, 10:30-2:30pm. Cost is $40 per class. September 25 class RSVP HERE. September 27 class RSVP HERE.

Wednesday Evening Women’s Bible Study: Studying None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us by Jen Wilkin. Books $7. First Meeting Kick-off  Potluck on September 3rd. Meeting in double classroom 6:30-8:30pm. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Stephanie at Wednesdayeve@forestgate.

Our Friday Men’s Bible Study is currently studying Philippians. We meet in the double classroom every Friday at 6:45am for fellowship, 7-8:15am study.