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Ladies of Forestgate, we hope you can join us to celebrate Miranda Braden as she gets ready to welcome a baby girl! The baby shower is September 13, from 10am to 12pm at Becky Dossett’s house. Miranda is registered HERE. Please RSVP to Ava Madonia.
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.
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.
This Week at GriefShare—“Loneliness & Sadness” 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? See Kelly Odell, Joan Funke, Bruce Beyerly or email GriefShare@forestgate.org.
AUGUST Giving Opportunity: PCA’s Compassion Fund - Global Disaster Response: 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 Compassion Fund - Global Disaster Response during our August fund drive. This fast-to-field reserve enables our missionaries and national partners to quickly respond to urgent situations in their communities, meeting physical needs, sharing the love of Christ, and establishing a foothold for gospel ministry. You can learn more about and participate in this mercy ministry HERE, or by a submitting a check made out to Forestgate, designated “Compassion 40043”, anytime during the month of August. Afterwards, the deacons will add $500 to the designated monies collected, using the Benevolence Fund, and send the total to the PCA’s MTW - Compassion/Disaster Relief Fund.
Welcome to Forestgate (W2F) New Members Class
WHEN: September 7 & 14, directly after 2nd service until 3:15 p.m.
WHY: Learn about membership or just come to find out more about what Forestgate is all about!
WHO: Anyone and everyone interested (Kids included!)
DETAILS: There will be lunch provided at the beginning, and coffee and snacks throughout. Childcare will also be available (for those 6 and under). Children 6+ can attend the class. RSVP HERE.
Children's Sunday School Teachers: Just one children's class still needs teachers for the coming year - our PreK class (4 & 5 yr olds). We need two adults or an adult lead with a capable teen assistant. We supply teacher's guides to help you - the class studies Genesis and Matthew. If you are interested, please speak with or contact Dale Oderman (dbvlo68@gmail.com).
We will host our annual ministry fair on August 24, during the Sunday School hour. Come check out where you might:
Step In and Connect; via community groups, a ministry team, Titus 2, Bible studies
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Step Up into Service; however, God has gifted you; we’ve got a serving opportunity where you can make a difference. From caring for kids, helping others get connected, from teaching to greeting to fellowship to ensemble participation, there are ways to get involved. Join a team and help others experience the hope of Jesus. We will have different booths set up with people representing different areas of our ministries. Stop by, ask questions, and perhaps find a team to serve on or a bible study to join, Ministry Fair is the weekend of August 24th. Pray that God will lead you to Step Into Connect and Step Up into Service!
Nursery and Children’s Church Volunteers Needed! We are in need of more nursery volunteers to serve during the 8:30am service and Sunday school hour as well as Children’s Church volunteers to serve in the 8:30am service. Both men and women are encouraged to serve! Commitment is one service slot every 4-6 weeks. If you love children and would like to help Forestgate in this way, please reach out to Aria at aria.rayes@forestgate.org.
Tuesday Morning Women's Bible Study is meeting through August 12 (except July 8). We meet at 9 a.m. for fellowship and the study begins at 9:30 a.m. We will be reading and discussing Identity Theft by Melissa Kruger. Email TuesdayAM@forestgate.org to register and pre-order your book. The deadline to pre-order your book is May 11.
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.
