ARE YOU A FIRST-TIME VISITOR?
We welcome you! If you have any questions or would like a packet of information about the ministries of Skokie Valley Baptist Church, please stop by the Visitor Information desk in the narthex. Be sure to enjoy our complimentary coffee, juice and rolls in our Hospitality Area from 9:15–10:15 a.m. You’ll find an opportunity to get better acquainted with us. Again, thank you for visiting with us today!
REGULAR WORSHIP SCHEDULE BEGINS NEXT SUNDAY, SEPT. 12
Please take note our Regular Worship schedule begins next Sunday, September 12, as follows: Corporate Prayer 8:00 a.m.; Worship Service 8:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship 9:45 a.m.; Sunday School and Adult Bible Fellowship Classes 9:45–10:45 a.m.; and Worship Service 11:00 a.m.
PowerPoint Operator Ministry Opportunity
We need PowerPoint operators for the 8:30 a.m. service starting in September. Qualifications: dependable; punctual; able to follow instructions; comfortable working with computers; able to stay focused on a task. PowerPoint operators arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of the service and are scheduled on a rotating basis. Please contact Gayle Ekstrom in person or via e-mail at gekstrom@rocketmail.com. Include "PowerPoint" in the subject line of your e-mail.
SVBC BOOK CLUB
We meet the last Thursday of each month here at the church. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, September 30. Contact Rhodora Vasas for more information.
“DO SOMETHING!”
You want your life to count—but how? Pastor Ed will be leading this class on Tuesdays, September 21–October 26, from 7:00-8:00 p.m.; in rooms 208/210. Be sure to join us and learn how to put your faith into action and let God use you to bring faith to others.
Borderline Ministries
A ministry for young adults meets every Tuesday night at 8:00 p.m. in the Youth Loft. Join us for a time of worship, fellowship, sharing life together, and solid Bible study. Open to all young adults in their 20s (and late teens), single, married, hopeful, we don't care. For more info contact Pastor Dave at 847.256.1050, ext. 208 or Alex Unis at 734.748.1705.
Evangelistic Crusade coming to Chicago
Once a year for the last 21 years, the Anaheim Stadium has been filled up to hear Pastor Greg Laurie preach the Gospel. Thousands have responded to his call to turn to Christ. Then other churches in other cities began asking him to come. Now he’s been invited to Chicago and is supported by some 200 churches in this area. Pastor Greg will be preaching at the Allstate Arena and we’re all going! Want a ride? On Friday, Sept. 24, we’re leaving here at 6:00 p.m. On Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 25 and 26, we’re leaving here at 5:00 p.m.
ALL–CHURCH WORK NIGHT MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
We will have a work night on Monday, September 20, from 7:00–9:00 p.m. here at the church. Everyone is invited to come and share in the ministry of maintaining our church building; there is something to do for all ages. You will be blessed for serving! For more information, contact Jake Condon at 847.409.8364.
JOIN US FOR MID-WEEK BIBLE STUDIES BEGINNING IN SEPTEMBER!
¨ TUESDAY Nights, “Do Something!” with Pastor Ed, begins on Tuesdays, Sept. 21–Oct. 26, from 7:00–8:00 p.m. in rooms 208/210. Learn how to put your faith into action and let God use you to bring faith to others.
¨ Wednesday Nights, with Pastor Dave Ekstrom, on Wednesdays beginning Sept. 15, from 6:45–8:00 p.m. in the Adult Classroom.
¨ THURSDAY Nights, with Pastor Dave Ekstrom, begins a study called “Fire In Your Bones” on Thursdays, Sept. 16, Oct. 7 & 21, Nov. 18, and Dec. 2 & 16, from 7:00–8:00 p.m. in rooms 208/210.
¨ WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY, 1st & 3rd THURSday Nights—A women’s Bible study meets every 1st and 3rd Thursday evenings in the Adult Classroom from 7:00–8:30 p.m. All women are invited! For more information, contact Pastor Dave Ekstrom or Linda Stevens.
NEW-COMER COFFEE AND MEMBERSHIP CLASSES COMING SOON!
If you would like to know more about SVBC you are invited to a coffee with Pastor Dave on Sunday, October 3, from 9:45–10:45 a.m. Connection classes will be led by Pastor Dave on Sundays, October 10–31, Contact Pastor Dave or the church office for more information.
YOUTH & CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHER NEEDED
The 1st and 2nd grade Sunday school class is looking for a co-teacher. If you are interested please contact Pastor Tim Stern.
AWANA PLANNING MEETING
All AWANA leaders are invited to a planning meeting for the 2010-11 AWANA year this Wednesday, Sept. 8, at 6:30 p.m. in rooms 208/210.
AWANA IS COMING SOON!
Our AWANA program begins on Wednesday, September 15, for ages 3 through 5th grade from 6:45 to 8:15 p.m. Clubbers learn that God is real, He loves them, and that He has expressed that love through Jesus Christ. If you need more information or would like to register or volunteer, please contact Pastor Tim Stern at 847.256.1050.
AWANA NEEDS LEADERS
AWANA needs a nursery volunteers, Cubbies leader and 1 or 2 T&T Boys Leaders in our AWANA club this year. If you are interested in leading children, please contact Pastor Tim or Angela Mitter.
F.I.S.H. NIGHT AT THE STERNS Sunday, Sept. 5! 5:30-8:00 p.m.—Tim and Katie are inviting all Junior and Senior High students for a cookout and fellowship at their house. Bring your appetite and a friend!
“Move-up Sunday” is SeptEMBER 12!
Students moving a grade up should move up on Sunday, September 12! Congratulations to everyone moving up!
SEE YOU AT THE POLE, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22
Make a statement and join millions of students by praying for your school and our country in your school’s courtyard or flagpole before school. Contact Pastor Tim for more information.
YOUTH NIGHT AT ALLSTATE ARENA, SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25
On Saturday, Sept. 25, we’re having a tailgate party at 4:00 p.m. here at the church. Why? Because we’ll be getting ready to head out to Youth Night at the Greg Laurie Evangelistic Crusade. We’ll have free food. The event is free, so invite a friend to this event and change their lives. Kirk Franklin and Skillet are the featured artists for the evening.
OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES
“HILDA’S PLACE” HOMELESS SHELTER MINISTRY
We are looking for future volunteers to help serve dinner each month to the residents of Hilda's Place, a homeless shelter in Evanston. If you are unable to donate your time, Hilda’s Place still needs your donations! See our main bulletin board today for information regarding what items are needed to keep their kitchen running smoothly. Most items are inexpensive and available at the dollar store. For more information, please contact Rich LeVeque at 847.502.7424 or at rich.leveque@anixter.com.
Family Events
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 6:00-8:00 p.m.—Be sure to join us Sunday, September 19, for a family-friendly movie night featuring, “Facing the Giants,” here at SVBC in the gym. We will have popcorn and family fun! It is optional to “B.Y.O.C.C.” (bring your own comfy chair).
Paintball Outing Saturday, Oct. 9
High adventure for the whole family! We will leave the church at 9:00 a.m. We will return to the church by 5:00 p.m. Must be 12 years old or older. We will spend the day at the amazing Promise Land Paintball in Wisconsin. Cost is $55 for equipment rental, 500 balls, CO2 and a good lunch. Space is limited, so sign up in narthex with Tim Stern by making a $25 deposit check to Skokie Valley Baptist church and turning in a waiver.
JAM NITE! SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23, 7:00 – 8:00 P.M.
We invite you to attend our next JAM NITE event for a different look at worship. We will be featuring contemporary, inspiring and uplifting worship music for all to enjoy. Contact Julianne Curtis or email Wendy Preuss at wpreuss@yahoo.com for more information. We encourage all attendees to “invite a friend” for this very special worship event!
Skokie Valley Baptist Church
1050 Skokie Boulevard Wilmette, IL 60091
Church Office: 847-256-1050 Fax:
847-256-1701
E-Mail:
staff@skokievalley.org