Special Announcements

CLOTHING NEEDED: Karmon Young has been tutoring several members of a family from Chad for the last 5 years. The father became unemployed this past May. This family has 8 children, and the father has only been able to afford to bring some of his children to Fort Wayne before now. The remaining two boys are arriving by the end of November. These boys are in need of winter clothes and jackets in good condition. They are 13 and 15 years old, and probably need clothing in sizes 16-18. If you can help this family out please call Karmon Young at 482-3855. ***********************************************************************************************************
FREE LOVESEAT & SLEEPER SOFA: A lady in our church has a loveseat and sleeper sofa in burgundy and green plaid to give to someone who needs it. It is in excellent condition. Please contact the church office at: 485-2110, if you are interested or know someone who could use this. *************************************************************************************************************
CHURCH PICTORIAL DIRECTORY: We want to know who you are!!! We see your names on your Welcome Cards and you hear our names, but we don’t know who we’re talking about. On Sunday morning, November 8th, Chad & Kelly Middleton will be in the foyer and Jeff TenBarge will be at the door to the gym to take a quick picture of you and/or your family. Please take advantage of this opportunity if you have not sent in an updated photo to us. There will be no charge. Thanks so much for your cooperation!!! ***************************************************************************************************************
Dr. John Bowling, president of Olivet Nazarene University will be preaching in the morning services on November 15th. You won’t want to miss this. *************************************************************************************************************
FOOD PANTRY ITEMS FOR THIS WEEK – NOVEMBER 8
To help replenish our Food Pantry, please bring STUFFING, CRANBERRY SAUCE and CEREAL. Place items in one of the barrels near the front or back door. Thank you for helping those who are going through tough times right now. Your contributions are greatly appreciated. *************************************************************************************************************
Want to hear the sermon when you’ve missed a service? Go to www.gpnaz.org and click on Audio Center. Tee Time is also available at www.gpnaz.org **************************************************************************************************************

THIS WEEK
Saturday, November 7: 10:00 a.m. Extreme Competition at Grace Point South – Our first quiz will be at Grace Point South with Red Level in the gym and Blue Level in the sanctuary. Quiz begins at 10:00 a.m.
Sunday, November 8: 5:00 p.m. Kids’ Choirs – 123 Shine (grades 1-3) – Room 8, His Fuel (grades 4-6) – Room 36
Sunday, November 8: 6:00 p.m. Extended Rehearsal for His Fuel and 1,2,3 Shine
Tuesday, November 10: 10:30 a.m. Preschool Pals at McDonald’s on Dupont
Wednesday, November 11: 6:45 – 8:00 p.m. Shema Kids Wednesday Nights
Benson Buddies (age 3-Room 3, Pre-K Room 4, Kdg. – Room 5), Elevate (grades 1-4) in Room 34 and the Edge (grades 5-6) in Room 13.
Friday, November 13: 7:00 p.m. Drama Rehearsal for Christmas Program—for those who have a speaking part in Christmas Hang-Ups.

UPCOMING
Friday – Sunday, November 20-22: the Edge Retreat at Shiloh Park – Cost will be $60.00 per student. A leaf raking fundraiser opportunity will be available (details next week). This is a district wide retreat for 5th and 6th graders. We will leave on Friday at 5:30 p.m. and return on Sunday, at 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 22: Family Worship at 9:15 a.m.

LUNCH CHAT
Early Childhood: David Visits His Brother – I Samuel 17:12-20
Bible Extreme: Lesson 10 Every Promise Kept—Joshua 20-21
Kids’ Church: Preparing for Advent ******************************************************************************************************************
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

PICTURES FOR DIRECTORY
Sunday, November 8: If you want to have a new picture taken for the directory, but haven’t had the time to do it, there will be someone in the foyer and in the gym to take a casual picture of your family at no cost after morning services.

EVENING SERVICE
Sunday, November 8: Protecting our children! Due to the sensitive nature of the topic this evening for those children who are not in a choir, there will be childcare provided for 4 year-olds – 6th grade in Room 13. Childcare for 0-3 year-olds in the ABC nursery.

BABY SHOWER
Sunday, November 8: 4:30 p.m. All ladies of the church are invited to a baby shower for April and Terry Wright. They are expecting a baby girl and would appreciate diapers, gift cards or consumable items .

DIVORCE CARE SUPPORT GROUP ADULT AND CHILDREN
13 week session meeting on Thursdays, through December 3rd from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.  Adults – Room 36 and Children – Room 32. This is a support group for both adults and children who will be going through a divorce, are going through a divorce now, or already are divorced. Join the group anytime; new topic each week. The cost is $12 for the adult workbook. Questions call Cindy at 438-8600 (leave a message).

THANKSGIVING BASKETS
Help a family have a great Thanksgiving by donating what is listed on the sign-up forms at the table in the foyer or money may be given to buy what is needed. Donations must be received by Sunday, November 22nd.

MEN’S BREAKFAST
Saturday, November 21: 8:00 a.m. All men of Grace Point are invited to meet in Room 13 (off the gym) for breakfast and a time of prayer.

FRIEND TO FRIEND
Saturday, November 21: 10:00 a.m. Meet other women from Grace Point at Anchor Room Café for coffee and fellowship. There’s no program to prepare for, nothing to bring except yourself, and a desire to get to know other women of the church. Questions???
Contact: Karmon Young at 482-3855.

BRIAN HANSEN IN CONCERT
Sunday, November 22: 6:00 p.m. Join us and the churches of the Fort Wayne Zone for a wonderful time of great piano music and humor, lots of audience participation and a gentle reminder of how much God really loves us!

THANKSGIVING WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Wednesday—No Activities (November 25th)
Thursday and Friday—Office Closed (November 26th & 27th)
Sunday—Regular Services (November 29th)

GP101
Saturday, December 5: 9:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Are you new to Grace Point? Come and find out who we are and what we believe. Pastor Carla teaches this class. Brunch will be served. Sign up on your welcome card by indicating "GP 101" or on the website www.gpnaz..org

BLOOD DRIVE
Saturday, December 5: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood. Can you help save a life? Call the church office to schedule an appointment to give the blood so urgently needed during the holidays.

MEN’S BASKETBALL
The Liberty Mills Church of the Nazarene are inviting all men who would like to play basketball to join them on Thursday evenings at their church from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. There is no cost involved. If you have questions please contact: David Harts at 484-3133 or email him at: David_D_Harts@raytheon.com ***************************************************************************************************************
GPYD – YOUTH ACTIVITIES
Sunday, November 8: 3:30 p.m. Teen Praise Team Rehearsal – Youth Center
Wednesday, November 11: 5:45 – 6:45 p.m., Quizzing in Room 36/40.
Wednesday, November 11: 6:45 p.m. Youth Group Leaf Raking – Youth Center
Friday, November 13: Teen Quiz Practice/Party – Room 36
Saturday, November 14: Teen Quiz at Grace Point

UPCOMING
Sunday, November 15: 6:00 p.m. Teen Service
Sunday, November 22: Sr. High Afterglow – Miller’s
Wednesday, November 25: Registration DUE for NEI Ski Retreat on December 29-31, at Timber Ridge Ski Resort. $110.00 per person. Questions: See Pastor Ryan ***********************************************************************************************************
COLLEGE & CAREER

WEEKLY MINISTRY OPTIONS
Sunday – 9:15 a.m. Regeneration class taught by Jamie Wright
Sunday – 10:45 a.m. Mosaic class taught by Rex Person
Sunday – 6:00 p.m. Psalm 78 class taught by Ken Schmidt
Monday – 7:00 p.m. Volleyball (coordinated by Allen Ardrey)

MONTHLY OPPORTUNITIES
Sunday, November 29: 7:15 p.m. Mosaic – Bowling after the evening service. $3.00 per person. Questions: ask Pastor Rex ***********************************************************************************************************
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GRACE POINT SOUTH ANNOUNCEMENTS:
ENGLISH:

LIFE, MONEY, HOPE
DAVE RAMSEY: Financial series. 3 weeks of Bible based teaching on God’s will for our personal finances. Beginning Next Sunday, November. 8th.
POWER OF PRAYER SERVICE
Thanksgiving Prayer Service, Thursday, November 12th, 6:30 p.m. Come as we give thanks for all the Lord has done globally and in your life.

INTERNATIONAL THANKSGIVING DINNER
Back by popular demand! Sunday, November 22nd – We will have a carry-in lunch after the morning service as we celebrate Thanksgiving and share our diversity in culture and food! So save the date, bring a main dish and dessert that reflects your heritage or country of origin, and come fellowship! Gobble till you wobble!

CHRISTMAS MUSIC REHEARSALS
If you are participating in the Christmas program on December 20th, please come to rehearsals on Thursday the 19th at 7:30 p.m. NO rehearsal this Thursday!

NO THURSDAY NIGHT ACTIVITIES
On Thursday, Nov. 26th. Happy Thanksgiving!

5th & 6th GRADE FALL RETREAT
Friday – Sunday, November 20-22: at Shiloh Park Campground. Cost is $60 by November 8 or $74 by November 11. Pick up a form and register today!

SUNDAY NITE YOUTH WORSHIP
The youth group worship service TONIGHT at 6:00 p.m.

BREAKFAST BAR
If you enjoy the fellowship before and after service, feel free to bring juices and pastries to be shared on Sunday mornings.

READ YOUR BULLETIN
Win a soccer ball. Find the hidden word ball and be the first to show it to pastor Javier to win a real soccer ball! (no purchase necessary, void where prohibited. Lol :)

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If you need transportation to and from church on Sundays, please contact Zis Milentis at 260.493.8900 ********************************************************************************************************
GRACE POINT SUR
Que Ocurre en español:

VIDA, DINERO, ESPERANZA
DAVE RAMSEY: 3 semanas de enseñaza Biblica de lo que Dios desea de nuestras finanzas personales. Inicia el Próximo Domingo, 8 de Noviembre.

SERVICIO DE ORACION
Servicio de accion de gracias Jueves, 12 de Noviembre 6:30 p.m. Venga a dar gracias por todo lo que el Senor ha hecho globallmente y en su vida.

CENA INTERNACIONAL DE ACCION DE GRACIAS
De nuevo este ano! Domingo, 22 de Noviembre – Tendremos una comida al terminar el servicio para celebrar acción de gracias y para compartir nuestra diversidad de culturas y comidas! Recuerde la fecha, traiga un platillo y un postre para compartir que refleje su país de origen y venga al convivió!

PRACTICA DE CORO NAVIDENO
Si eres parte del coro para el programa de navidad el 20 de Diciembre, favor de venir a practicar el Jueves 19 a las 7:30pm. No Habrá practica esta semana!

NO HAY ACTIVIDADES
el Jueves, 26 de Noviembre. Feliz acción de gracias!

RETIRO DE OTONO DE NINOS GRADOS 5 Y 6
Viernes-Domingo, Noviembre 20 – 22 en Shiloh Park. Costo de $60 antes del 8 Noviembre, o $74 antes de Noviembre 11. llene su registracion hoy!

DOMINGO DE ADORACION
el grupo de jovenes tiene servicio de oracion hoy a las 6pm!.

BARRA DE DESAYONO
Si ha disfrutado del convivio antes y despues de los cultos sientase libra para traer jugos y bocadillos para compartir los domingos por las mananas.

LEA SU BOLETIN
y gane un balon de futbol. Encuentra la palabra escondida: ball y sea el primero en muestreselo al pastor Javier para ganar un balon. *************************************************************************************************************
Si necesita transportación a la iglesia los domingos contacte a Zis Milentis al 260.493.8900 *************************************************************************************************************