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News and Events // June 25, 2008
Current, a new worship experience.
Sundays, at 10:45am in Crossroads Auditorium: A new worship service featuring a post-modern approach to worship with teaching from Pastor Jim Lyon via live video feed from the Main Auditorium. Everyone is welcome! Current will meet from June 8 through July 6, 2008.
Freedom Celebration - Wednesday, July 2
Enjoy an evening of fun, food, and festivities. Celebratory picnic fare will be served at Lighthouse Café (from 5:15 - 6:30pm). At 7:00pm in the Main Auditorium, Pastor Jim Lyon will host a program honoring our veterans; surprise, patriotic “give-aways”; and share about “First Families Finding God at Home.”
Outdoor Baptismal Service - Sunday, July 6
Come share in the witness of faith of fellow MPC believers immediately following second service on Sunday, July 6 at the Madison Park Lake. If you would like be baptized, contact a MPC pastor or the Church Office.
Wednesday’s at MPC
Come enjoy a variety of exciting and challenging programs offered at 7:00pm in the Main Auditorium. Here’s the upcoming schedule:
- July 2:Freedom Celebration (see above) - Pastor Jim Lyon
- July 9: Ask Anything Bonus: Question 11—Where do the dinosaurs fit into the Bible? Pastor Jim Lyon, speaker
- July 16: Ask Anything Bonus: Question 12—How do you find your passion/purpose in life? Pastor Jim Lyon, speaker
A Look Ahead:
- Indiana Church of God State Conventions
- Northern Indiana Campmeeting: July 27-August 1, 2008 with Bob Moss, Evangelist and Fred Harting, Worship Leader
- Central Indiana Campmeeting: July 27-August 3, 2008 with Charles Heater, Evangelist
- 6th Annual Miriam Project 5K Walk/Run and 10K Run: Saturday, September 13, 2008
- 24HRS to Ignite Your Passion! Renew Your Vision! Energize Your Church! October 21-22, 2008: Conference hosted at Madison Park Church. For details, call Church Builders Plus at (765) 644-2555 or visit www.cbplus.org.
Join the Journey: Exciting destinations await!
Wednesday, July 16 at 6:00pm in Room 175/177
Join the Journey provides the essential information you need to know before calling Madison Park Church your church home. The class answers questions such as who we are, what we believe, and our church membership process in a relaxed, fun, and interactive format. You’ll meet others who are on the same journey as you and begin the process of getting connected. This class is offered on the third Wednesday of each month. The next class is scheduled for Wednesday, July 16 at 6:00pm in Room 175/177. Find details or sign-up in the Hospitality Room or click here.
Ministry Happenings
Adult Ministries:
Pastoral Care: Stephen Minister Commissioning: Sunday, July 20: Stephen Ministers will be commissioned during the worship services. These volunteers have completed thorough training and will serve as ministers for Madison Park Church-goers in crisis.
MomTime Takes a Walk: Wednesday, 7:00pm Hospitality Room: A time for Moms to renew spirit,body, and soul - created especially for those with infants or children through elementary age. During the Summer, MomTime gathers in front of the Hospitality Room and then moves outside to walk the Madison Park Grounds (or meets in Room 181 if weather doesn’t permit outdoor activities). Contact: Beth French at (765) 642-3431.
“Open Road” Motorcyclists Ride: All motorcyclists are invited to ride along! Ride times and destinations are: Sunday, July 13 at 5:00pm to Dave’s Flatlanders in Hagerstown; Saturday, August 2 at 5:00pm to Ivanhoes in Upland; Saturday, August 23 at 9:00am to Hob Nob in Nashville; Sunday, September 14 at 11:00am to Roby’s Grill in Elwood; Sunday, October 5 at 11:00am to Kopper Kettle in Morristown. Unless otherwise notified, all rides begin from Madison Park Church. It is highly recommended that all riders wear helmets. To subscribe to the Open Roads email listing, contact Jackie Corn at the Church Office.
Biking Ministry: Bicyclists of all ages are invited to meet each Tuesday through October in the MPC parking lot and ride from 6:00pm until dark. All skill levels and paces are welcome; no bicyclist will be left behind. Contact: Pete Spoo at (765) 642-8846.
New Parenting Class: Sundays at 9:00am in Room 179. Join other parents in conversation about how to parent your children from a Biblical perspective. The class is based on materials from Willow Creek Church, and is led by Lisa Dawson. Contact: Sarah Trick at the Church Office.
Church of God History Class: Wednesdays at 7:00pm in Room 180 beginning July 9. A 5-week series on “The History of the Church of God Movement” will be taught. Learn about the movement from which MPC grew and the implications for our church’s ministries. Contact: JJ Wilson at (765) 649-8095 or jjwilson@anderson.edu.
J.O.Y. Picnic Luncheon: July 17 at 11:00am J.O.Y. (Just Older Youth) will meet on for a picnic luncheon at the home of Terry and Sherry Minton. 510 S 300 E in Anderson. Bring a covered dish and games to play. All seniors are welcomed to enjoy this afternoon of food and fellowship. Contact: Esther Crnkovich at (765) 649-3323.
RefresHer Books Available: The materials for the 2008-09 RefresHer Bible Study are now available. “To Live Is Christ: The Life and Ministry of Paul,” an in-depth journey into the life and heart of Paul the apostle, is available for purchase ($15 for the book, $7 for leaders’ books) at the Information Center. The ladies bible study will run from September through May. Contact: Tami Seulean at (765) 643-9233 or seulean84@sbcglobal.net.
Singles Ministry:
Singles Symphony on the Prairie: Friday, July 4. All singles are invited to enjoy “Star Spangled Symphony” and fireworks at Symphony on the Prairie. Space is limited. For additional details and to sign up contact: Russ Miller (765) 623-6535 or MillerUSA@yahoo.com.
Children’s Ministries:
Camp Challenge: Camp Challenge is a church of God camp in Bedford, Indiana that hosts hundreds of children and teens each summer. Dates for this summer’s camps are: Senior High June 16 - 20 Young Explorers June 26 - 28 7th & 8th Grade (1) June 30 - July 4 3rd & 4th Grade (1) July 7 - 11 5th & 6th Grade (1) July 14 - 18 7th & 8th Grade (2) July 21-25 5th & 6th Grade (2) July 28 - Aug 1 3rd & 4th Grade (2) Aug. 4 - 8 Camp Challenge packets are available at the Information Center located in The Commons. Contact: Rhonda Hollingsworth at the Church Office.
Camp Madison: Wednesday nights from 6:45-8:00pm. Children in kindergarten through 5th grade are exploring “Breakers, Bubbles and the Bible” at Camp Madison. The Bible lessons from the science lab will include games, crafts, snacks and real-life Bible applications that kids can put into action right away.
Student Ministries:
Summer Series: MyTV, will take a look at popular TV shows and the truths of God we can apply to our lives. Upcoming shows: July 2 - DISCOVERY: Shark Week. See you at the Dolphin Club 6:30-9:00pm, cost is $5.00. July 16-ON DEMAND: Movie Night. Bring your pillows and blankets!
Jr. High Summer Events: August 11-13. All Access Summer Tour, for all incoming 6th-8th grade students. Come be a part of this ROCKIN’ trip, as we travel to North Webster, IN. We’ll be participating in service projects, crazy challenges, awesome worship and messages.
Camp Challenge: All students who just finished 7th and 8th grade are invited to join the fun at Camp Challenge from July 21-25. Graduates of 5th and 6th grade will attend camp July 28 - August 1. Contact: Pastor Gretchen Olson at (765) 642-2000.
Opportunities to Serve
To find a place to volunteer contact Marti Freeman at the Church Office or mfreeman@madisonparkchurch.org.
Adult Ministries:
Support the Troops: The Madison Park Troop Support Team is registering troops and families, and seeking volunteers to pray, write letters, package items for mailing, contribute funds and donate items. Donated items may be delivered to the Madison Park Troop Support Team display in The Commons on Sunday July 6. Volunteer and Registration forms may be picked up at the Information Center. Contact: Susie Davis at (765) 649-5848 or jsdavis60@comcast.net.
Landscape Ministry “Adopt an Island:” Landscape islands are available for adoption at MPC. The cost of adoption is just your labor. Responsibilities from now through the fall include weeding, watering as needed and mulching. A work/mulch day is scheduled for Saturday, June 21. Contact the Church Office.
Valet Ministry: Attention Licensed Drivers: If you have a burning desire to drive the newest and latest cars, SUV’S, and trucks join our team of valets. The pay is terrible but the rewards are bountiful. You only have to work every other week, so jump on board and see what you can do. Contact: Don Zalokar at (765) 617-1986.
Family News
To submit a threads announcement regarding a birth or death, please contact Debbie McCafferty in Pastoral Care.
In Sympathy with:
John Britton,Jan Schwartz and family at the loss of wife, mother and grandmother, Marilyn Britton on June 9.
Amy Walters and family at the loss of her grandmother, Amy marie Walker on June 6.
Rick Wright ad family at the loss of his mother, Juanita Wright on June 11.
Rejoicing in baptism with:
Shawna Woodall, baptized on June 8.
News You Can Use
God’s Big Back Yard THANKS! The Children’s Ministry Team says a huge “thank you” to all who volunteered for Vacation Bible School last week. More than 125 helpers served nearly 200 children during the week The children collected more than 9,000 vitamins and 2.000 Tylenol tablets for Missions Haiti-Midwest and 767 canned goods for Second Harvest Food Bank. Great job kids!
CAR POOL TO INDIANAPOLIS: Anyone interested infparticipating in a carpool to downtown Indianapolis beginning in the fall please contact Kay Webb, (765) 602-0207.
Lighthouse Café: Enjoy a freshly prepared meal and mini-salad bar in The Commons. Wednesdays from 5:15pm until 6:30pm, just before our evening programs. Cost: Adults-$5, Children and College Students (with ID)-$3 (maximum of $20 per family).
- July 2 - Fourth of July Celebration with Hamburgers and Corn on the Cob / Kids Option: Hotdog and Chips
- July 9 - Chicken and Noodles / Kids Option: Chicken and Noodles
- July 16 - Taco Salad / Kids Option: Walking Taco
Employment Opportunities
Anderson University:
- Full-time Carpenter Assistant. Contact:Kathy Hughel, Assistant Director of Human Resources.
- IT Project Manager/Analyst. Send resume/application to kahughel@anderson.edu or to Denise A.T. Kriebel, Office of Human Resources, 1100 E Fifth St Anderson, IN 46012-4132 (765) 641-4132.
- Gift Records Assistant. Persons not currently employed by Anderson University should send a resume, application and other information via e-mail to kahughel@anderson.edu, or to Anderson University, Office of Human Resources, 1100 East Fifth Street, Anderson University, Anderson IN 46012-3495. Persons with an application on file may call (765) 641-4132 to express an interest in this position.
Individual Support Care and Assistance providers are needed to help the elderly and/or disabled in their home. Contact: Kim Moore or Merry Melton at (765) 264-9004 or toll-free at (866) 223-8790.
Operation Love: Part-time bookkeeping position. Contact: Joy Plummer (765) 644-2121
White’s Family Services is seeking foster parents. You can make a difference, build character, offer hope, change lives. The need is great for Christian families to open their homes to abused and neglected children. Contact: (765) 640-0488.
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Summer Stretch
by Jim Lyon, senior pastor
It’s summer time “and the livin’ is easy” … well, maybe not exactly “easy,” but summer does offer a change of pace. Most of us will find some vacation days (daze?) with which we can interrupt the ordinary routines of the year and take a break. And, even if you don’t have some days off on your calendar, there’s something about summer that invites an afternoon in the hammock or a little time spent in a park or at poolside on a sunny day.
It’s those moments that beg for a good book—something that can take our mind into new territory, something to read that stretches or comforts or startles or encourages us. For the last few years, I’ve recommended a summer reading list in my pastor’s column. Here’s the 2008 edition. Yes, yes, I know that my interests may not exactly be your “cup of tea,” but still I think there’s something in each of these books you’ll find worthwhile.
From the Board of Elders
As we celebrate our One Year Anniversary at Madison Park, we gratefully thank you for your faithfulness in giving of your time, prayer and financial contributions.
The Dreams Work initiative, introduced last fall, encourages every individual, each follower of Christ, to grow in the area of stewardship—of giving to God gifts of time, talents and finances. The financial goal of Dreams Work is to pay down $4 million of the existing debt, freeing thousands of dollars for ministry. Every dollar saved on interest payments is released for ministry—for changing lives exponentially at home and around the world.
The faithful financial support of the Dreams Work initiative has enabled many ministries to serve our community and the world at large. Not only has Madison Park and our community been influenced and changed by this campaign, many global ministries have also seen the love of Christ through contributors who have given a portion of their pledge to support the mission abroad.
If you are giving to Dreams Work, remember that 10% of your contributions for this campaign may be designated toward funding our mission’s effort abroad. If you wish to designate a portion of your gift toward missions or have any questions about your pledge, please contact Rob Spaulding at the Church Office.
If you made a commitment to Dreams Work, but have not begun to contribute, it’s not too late to begin. And if you are new to Dreams Work, or have not made a pledge, please prayerfully consider making a sacrificial commitment, remembering that this gift is above and beyond a regular tithe. Commitment cards are available at the Information Center and Church Office.
Thank you for your financial support and your passion for sharing the greatest story ever told—in Madison County and beyond.
Resident Elders serving in 2008 are: HL Baker, Barbara Collier, Jim Hanson, Regina Jackson, Jim Lyon (Senior Pastor), Kimmi McCardwell, (Treasurer), Ben McCurdy, David Sebastian (Chair), Kevin Stiffler, and Burt Webb. Current Non-resident Elders are Ron Fowler and Marty Grubbs.
