“A Praying Church” Seminar, January 23-24 at Village Seven: Join Paul Miller, bestselling author of A Praying Life, for this limited engagement seminar. Learn how to return to the simple but life-changing practice of praying together. You’ll reignite your vision of the Spirit as the center of your life and ministry, and watch Him enliven the everyday saints around you in a community of prayer. Click HERE for more info and to register.

Men’s Breakfast: Men, please join us for our men’s breakfast on Saturday, January 10, at 8am. There will be prayer, fellowship, burritos, and a special testimony from Pastor Matt. RSVP HERE. For more info, text Kolby at (239) 691-7212.

Sanctity of Life Day: Life Network will be at Forestgate on January 18, 2026. As a church we will be collecting and donating gently used items for the Life Network Thrift Store. Please bring in gently used clothes, toys, small appliances, decorations, etc. Bring your items in the new year and drop off in the multipurpose black cage in the lobby. All items will be picked up on January 18.

Holiday Office Hours and Staff Vacation: The Church Office will have limited hours over the holidays, please contact the church office before coming to church. Sunday services and regularly scheduled events will continue. Check with ministry team leaders if you have questions about a particular event. Pastor Matt will be out December 25-Jan 3 and Pastor Josh will be out December 29-Jan 3. Please contact the elders if you have an emergency. 

January 15, 6pm-8pm at Forestgate
What is Welcome COS?
Welcome COS is a faith based ministry in Colorado Springs that equips churches to serve refugees with dignity, compassion, and practical support. We connect volunteers, churches, and refugee families so that new arrivals experience real community, belonging, and the hope of Christ through the local church.

What Happens at a Volunteer Training?
Our volunteer trainings are an introduction to refugee ministry. In about an hour, participants learn:

• Who refugees are and what their journey is like

• The most meaningful ways volunteers can help (mentorship, hospitality, transportation, practical support)

• Best practices for serving with cultural sensitivity, compassion, and healthy boundaries

• How to walk alongside a refugee family in a way that reflects the welcome of Jesus

The trainings are accessible, relational, and designed for anyone curious about getting involved; no prior experience required.
Questions? Reach out to Steve Stanton at steve@waypointcos.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.

The Fellowship Team will host a pot-luck style brunch during the Sunday School hour on December 28. We are asking everyone to bring a dish, enough to share. Last name A-J bring a brunch side/fruit/dessert. Last name K-Z  bring brunch main dish/casserole/egg dishes (Drinks and paper goods provided by the church.)

We will have our Christmas Eve Candlelight services at 4pm and 5:30pm. We hope you will be able to join us, please take an invite card and invite friends, family and neighbors! The nursery will be open for both services.

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 will start with a kick off potluck on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:30pm in the double classroom. Please RSVP to Stephanie at Wednesdayeve@forestgate.org.

Bible Reading Plan - 2026.  It is very important for all Christians to be regularly reading through the entire Bible.  In past years Dale Oderman has put out an annual reading plan based on an overall 3-year plan to read through the entire Bible chronologically. For 2026 the plan starts over in Gen 1 and goes up through part of King David's life.  If you would be interested in using this plan, contact Dale (dbvlo68@gmail.com) to request a copy.

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!

Forestgate offers a DivorceCare support group for people seeking faith-based guidance on a recovery path after separation or divorce. The philosophy of this ministry is to provide a caring environment where people can come alongside others to help them find healing from the pain of separation or divorce. The next support group series will meet Sunday evenings at Forestgate from 6:00pm-8:00pm, starting January 11. Register HERE. Contact Bruce or Connie Harrington for more information harrington.bruce@gmail.com.