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WILLMAR AG CHURCHPastor Keith Kerstetter
December 7, 2016Sunday Services 9 & 10:45 am
3821 Abbott Drive, Willmar
320 235 2529www.willmarag.org
“I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered.
“May it be to me as you
have said,” Then the angel
left her.Luke 1:38
KidsworldSunday Kidsworld and KidsworldJr. services begin at 9 am and 10:45 am.
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Join us for Wednesday Night Activities at 6:30 pm.We have something for all ages from nursery to 5th grade.
_______________________________________________________________________Kidsworld Treehouse Playdays are now open on Tuesday and Thursday from 9:30 to 11:30 am
For more information visit: facebook.com/willmaragtreehouse
“EPIK exists to be a safe place where every teenager knows they BELONG, where they DISCOVER the unconditional love of God and EXPERIENCE a personal, life-changing relationship with God.”
EPIK YOUTH SMALL GROUPSmeet the 1st & 3rd Sunday at 6-8pm
The next small group is December 18, 2016Middle School at Pastor Josh’s house, High School at Pastor Aaron’s house.
Grab a postcard at the Welcome Center for more information.
SINGLE MOMS BLESSINGFor many single mothers, Christmas can be one of themost difficult times of the year. An emotional meltdowncan be almost impossible to avoid. Some single motherswill have only one wish this holiday season and that isjust to have a “normal” Christmas. Some who share custody of their children will be without them this year.For most, Christmas just doesn’t seem...affordable.
Peace and the Single Mom, held on Wednesday nights,is seeking donations to be given as gifts to these veryspecial moms. We ask that donations be new or gentlyused. Gift cards, beauty items, clothing accessories, andhome decor are some examples of what to donate. Let’sshow them how much they are loved! All items can bedropped off at the church office Monday through Fridayor at the Welcome Center on Sundays by December 11.
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C h u r c h A n n o u n c e m e n t sSISTERS STORIES
OF GRACELadies will meet from 9-10:30 amin the Fireside Room this Saturday, December 10 for a time of fellowship and hearing1–2 testimonies. Coffee andmuffins are available. Invite your neighbors and friends. It’s the second Saturday of each month. Childcare is available but you must RSVP to [email protected] or call the church office at 320-235-2529.
Our Sympathy and Prayersgo to: Delores Meyer on thepassing of her brother, MelfordJohn DeVries, of Springfield,Missouri. He passed away onNovember 24. His Memorial
Service was held on November 29, at theCentral Assembly of God Chapel in Springfield.
A New Son!Gage Dana HedbergBorn: March 24, 2014 Parents: Dana & Krista Hedberg
These are family services and there will be no childcare. Kids will sit with their parents. Chrismas Eve is a Candlelight service. Christmas Day we will have one family service at 10 am.
10:30 - 11:30am
Sundays
Coffee Connection will not meet on December 25, Christmas Day. Join us at the 10 am service in the sanctuary.
RIGHT NOW MEDIA go to www.willmarag.organd click “Resources.” This resource containsFREE Christian kids’ shows, Bible studies and more.
Church Announcements
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Wi l lma r AG Pas to ra l S t a f fKeith Kerstetter, Senior Pastor [email protected] McCullough, Outreach [email protected] Schoeman, Adult Ministries [email protected] McDevitt, Administrative [email protected] Holtan, Glocal Ministries [email protected]
Aaron Rhodes, Lead Youth [email protected] Martin, Associate Youth [email protected] Markwardt, Children’s [email protected] Djerf, Fine Arts [email protected] Djerf, Fine Arts [email protected]
PERSPECTIVES IN WILLMARSPRING 2017
Tuesdays 6 to 8:30 pmJanuary 17 through May 2, 2017
In the Fireside Room at Willmar AG Church
Perspectives is a course for believers from all walks of life. You will hear from 15 instructors in 15 weeks
where you will learn how to live strategically for God’s Kingdom in the Great Commission whether bygoing, sending, welcoming, mobilizing or in prayer.
The teachings fit into four categories: Biblical, Historical, Cultural and Strategic. By the end of this
class, you will find your place in God’s story.
Contact Jayme Van Beek712-441-6430
Cost $245Register before December 15 for a $30
early registration discount.Willmar AG will cover half of your cost
1/4 upon registration, 1/4 upon completion of course.
The first two class sessions January 17 & 24 areFree if you want to check it out before signing up!
Register at class.perspectives.orgEnter City, Willmar
We are so grateful for your faithfulgenerosity! We have four different platformsto give: online, mobile app, text-to-give andour kiosks in the lobby. For information ondigital giving pick up a flyer at the WelcomeCenter, go to our website www.willmarag.orgor call the church office at 320-235-2529.
END OF YEAR CONTRIBUTIONS Thank you for your year-end giving! Contributions you would like credited to your account for 2016 must be received at the church office by Friday, December 30 before 4 pm. If you are mailing a check it must be postmarked by December 31, 2016.
December 18th
C o m m u n i t y A n n o u n c e m e n t sC o m m u n i t y A n n o u n c e m e n t s
FAITH@WORK Business Connections
December 15th at the OaksYFC Staff - 11:45 am to 1 pm
Business Prayer & FocusJanuary 4th for Hope Pregnancy Center
1520 Mavis Lane, Willmar 7:45 am to 8:45 am
COMMUNITY PRAYERWe meet at the Willmar Fire Station
on Tuesdays from Noon to 1 pm. All are welcome.
PRAY FOR OUR LEADERS, OUR SCHOOLS, OUR BUSINESSES OUR COMMUNITY
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NEW OFFICE OPEN HOUSE 1020 Highway 71 NE Suite 202
Willmar, MN 56201
December 16th 7 am to 11 am
Call 320 444-4554 for more information.
Children of the Promise Giving Catalogs are available at the Welcome Center for you to check out.
Cullen’s Home Centerprovides Christmas
DinnersEach year Cullen’s Home Center of Willmar gives a portion of the purchase price of items bought by people in our chuch family toward providing a traditional Christmas dinner for needy families who attend our church. So when you purchase something at their store you are also providing food for a family(ies) at our church.
Please pray for our military
The following attend our church, are family members or close friends of those who attend.
Person Branch Stationed AG Connection
Sam Andrus Air Force Undisclosed Phil Malone’s nephewEdward Bergeland Air Force USA Tim & Heidi Bergeland’s nephewAndrew Bonnema Marines Undisclosed Todd & Sue Erickson’s niece’s fiancéBeth Brydon Army Arizona Dan & Kathy Halldin friendNick Collins Army Reserve Texas CJ & Kristina Collins’ brother
Christina Eaton Navy Florida Tim & Heidi Bergeland’s nieceJohn Eaton Navy South Carolina Tim & Heidi Bergeland’s nephewKlint Erickson Army Missouri Kornell Erickson’s sonLogan Gaalswyk Army New York Lois & Dean Kasperson’s nephewLarry Garvick Army MN
Tyler Gonzalez Army Nat. Guard MN Jesus & Kelly Gonzalez’s sonJosh Hiepler-Rosenow Air Force Minnesota Dorie & Todd Duininck’s nephewThomas J. (TJ) Hoyt Air Force Montana Bob Hoyt’s grandsonJacob Johnson Air Force Japan Jim & Rose Slagter’s nephewJonathan Linden Cadet West Point Ed & Carmen Linden’s grandson
Ray Medina Air Force Lois & Dean Kasperson’s nephewPeter Middleton National Guard Washington DC Brett Nelson Special Forces North Carolina Andrew & Nicole Plowman’s brotherAlexander Norling Army Reserve Kuwait Torry & Val Norling’s sonDalton Petersen Army Georgia Harold & Sharon Petersen’s grandsonAlphard Reyes Marines Boot Camp Romeo & Stella Reyes
Mitchell Schueler Navy Reserve MNNathan Smith Navy California Torry & Val Norling’s nephew Justin Stocks Navy Middle East Mel & Linda Stocks’ sonJared Torgerson Army Georgia Marilyn Geer & Sandi Larson’s great nephewGregory Woodard Navy Virginia Torry & Val Norling’s brother-in-law
If you know of someone you want on this list who is serving in the military, contact the church office at 320-235-2529.
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Church Activit ies CalendarDecember 2016 January 2017
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
NEW YEAR’S EVE8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore
7 pm AGAPE AA
7 pm Night of MusicShepherds and Kings
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11 12 13 14 15
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8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore
7 pm AGAPE AA
8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore
7 pm AGAPE AA
8 am Men’s Bible Study @ Encore9 am Sisters “Stories ofGrace” Fireside Room3 pm Night of MusicShepherds and Kings7 pm AGAPE AA7 pm Night of MusicShepherds and Kings
5:30 pm JBQ6:10 pm EPIK opens6:30 pm Adult & KidsGroups6:30 pm EPIK Middle School7:30 pm EPIK High School
9:30 am Treehouse9:30 am Women’s Ministries Prayer & Quilting
6:30 pm Choir7 pm AGAPE AA
5:30 pm JBQ6:10 pm EPIK opens6:30 pm Adult & KidsGroups7:00 pm EPIK CombinedService
5:30 pm JBQ6:10 pm EPIK opens6:30 pm Adult & KidsGroups7:00 pm EPIK CombinedService
7:00 pm EPIK CombinedService
9:30 am Treehouse 7 pm AGAPE AA7 pm Night of MusicShepherds and Kings
9 & 10:45 am Service10:30 am Coffee Connection2 pm Latino Worship4:30 pm Single Moms Supper Club (ATLAS)6 pm EPIK Small Groups
10 am CHRISTMAS DAY Service(one service only)
2 pm Latino Worship
NEW YEAR’S DAY9 & 10:45 am Service10:30 am Coffee Connection2 pm Latino Worship4:30 pm Single Moms Supper Club (ATLAS)
9 & 10:45 am Service10:30 am Coffee Connection10:30 am Forever Families2 pm Latino Worship3 pm Night of MusicShepherds and Kings
6:30 pm Young Adults
6:30 pm Divorce Care
7 pm Latino Prayer
1 to 7 pm RedCross Bloodmobile6:30 pm Young
Adults6:30 pm Divorce
Care7 pm Latino Prayer
OFFICE CLOSED
9:30 am Treehouse Noon Ladies Pickleball6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA 7 pm Pickleball
9:30 am Treehouse Noon Ladies Pickleball7 pm AGAPE AA 7 pm Pickleball
9:30 am Treehouse9:30 am Ladies BibleStudy Noon Ladies Pickleball6:30 pm Pursuing Revival
7 pm AGAPE AA 7 pm Pickleball
9:30 am Treehouse Noon Ladies Pickleball7 pm AGAPE AA 7 pm Pickleball
9:30 am Treehouse 11:45 am Senior AdultSingles - The Oaks
7 pm AGAPE AA
9:30 am Treehouse
7 pm AGAPE AA
9:30 am Treehouse
7 pm AGAPE AA
8 am Men’s BibleStudy @ Encore
3:30 pm5:00 pm
Christmas Eve Service
7 pm AGAPE AA
Willmar AG Church Board of DeaconsButch Allen Joel Braegelman Mike Brouwer Gary Geer
Bob Horyza Rick Schwindt Gary TerWisscha Bruce Watland
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OFFICE CLOSED
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HOSPITAL NOTICES Please call or email the pastoral staff if you or someone in our church is havingmedical issues or is entering the hospital so that the pastoral staff can contact and pray with them.
THE EXTRA TOUCH LIST is available at the WelcomeCenter. It is for those who need an “Extra Touch” throughprayer, card or visitation. Please contact the church office if you or a family member would like to be on this list.
THE DECEMBER/JANUARY 2016/2017CONNECTIONSMAGAZINE is now available at the Welcome Center in the foyer. This issuehas Christmas storiesof faith & service thatyou will enjoy readingand sharing withfriends.