annual congregational meeting january 29 ~ 6pm
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
JANUARY 2017 NEWSLETTER
SUNDAY SERVICES 9:00 & 10:30 am Nursery care available
IN THIS ISSUE From Our Pastor Annual Meeting/Nominees WCC Events & Info Student Life Ministry Children’s Ministry January Calendar
@WOODBURYCOMMUNITYCHURCH @WOODBURYCCHURCH
ANNUAL C O N G R E G AT I O N A L MEETING JANUARY 29 ~ 6PM
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
From Our Pastor 6
And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:6
I can’t remember a time in my life that so many of my friends have told me that they can’t wait for one year to end and another to begin. 2016 was a difficult year for many people. As we turn the page on our calendars and a new year begins, many are filled with hope for something better, and many are filled with fear that things will continue to go wrong. All of this begs the question, “Where is your hope found?” If your hope is found in the things of this world, then your hope will often be crushed. Why? Because, our world is broken. Sometimes our political system fails. Sometimes our investments fail. Sometimes our friendships fracture. Sometimes people that we really care about get sick. Yes, this world is broken. But, there is good news. God isn’t broken. The Lord is aware of what might be troubling you today. He is never surprised by the news of the day. He is working amidst our brokenness. Paul put it well in Philippians 1:6, when he wrote, “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” 2017 brings us one year closer to the return of Jesus. We ended 2016 with a 30-day spiritual adventure called A Disciple-Making Christmas. As a congregation, we examined some of the relationships that God has placed in our lives, and some of the spiritual habits that God has called us to embrace. Will you embrace intentional living in 2017? Will you recognize that God is doing a work in you, that is sometimes painful, with the end goal of helping you become more like Jesus?
This world is a temporary home for us. In the years that God gives us the privilege of living on earth, let’s invest in eternity. Let’s spend our lives honoring God by making more disciples for Jesus. In his classic book, Mere Christianity, C. S. Lewis wrote, “If I find in myself desires which nothing in this world can satisfy, the only logical explanation is that I was made for another world.” You were! You were made for another world. Philippians 3:20-21 says, “20 But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21 who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself.” If you have committed your life to Jesus Christ, you are a citizen of heaven. So, my fellow citizen of heaven, let’s live like it! Let’s do justice, love kindness and walk humbly with God! Let’s make everywhere that we go a better place, because we have Christ living in us! Let’s treat people with love and respect. Let’s love people like Jesus does. Let’s serve like Jesus modeled. Let’s boldly share the difference that Christ has made in our lives, and invite others to consider following Him too. Let’s pray for 2017 to be a year of spiritual harvest. God is on the move! Will you move with Him? In His Service, Pastor Brian
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
Annual Meeting Woodbury Community Church Annual Congregational Meeting January 29, 2017 6:00 pm All are encouraged to attend, but please note, only WCC members have the ability to vote.
2017 Board of Elder Nominees Moderator (1 year term): Dave Haveman Spouse: Tammie Haveman Children: Gillian, Obbe, Violet and Ty Employer: Hastings Public Schools At WCC: 3 years WCC Involvement: Elder Board-Moderator, Compassion Ministries: Safe Families, Small Groups
Treasurer (1 year term): Jeff Haugen Spouse: Joan Haugen Children: Benjamin, Spencer and Thomas Employer: 3M At WCC: 6 years WCC Involvement: Elder Board-Treasurer; Small Group; Angel Tree Clerk (1 year term): Kari Bennett Spouse: Scott Bennett Children: Ellen, Zach and Grace Employer: The Gap At WCC: 15 years WCC Involvement: Elder Board-Clerk, Student Life Youth Ministry, Refugee Life Ministry, Visual Worship, Foundation for Growth: Renovation Committee, Nursery, VBS, Zone 4:12/Girl's Club, Sunday School Teacher, Children's Ministry Board, Elder Board-Clerk Board Member (3 year term): Dan Beran Spouse: Terri Beran Children: Benjamin married to Shannon with grandchildren Micah & Alaina; Bradley Employer: Premier Dental Works At WCC: 17 years WCC involvement: Former Board Member & Treasurer, Pastor Search Committee, Tuesday Morning Mens Group, Small Groups, AWANA Volunteer Board Member (3 year term): Tom Nelson Spouse: Sandy Nelson Children: Jodi, Karin and Tim Employer: Cargill At WCC: 37 years WCC Involvement: Men’s Ministry, Various Men’s Small Groups, Various Couple’s small groups, Missions Team, Church Softball, Christian Service Brigade, Sunday School Teacher, Alpha, Numerous terms on the Board of Elders (including moderator)
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
WCC Events & Info
WOMEN @ WCC SUNDAY CONNECTIONS / JANUARY 8 / 6:00pm Hey, ladies! Come enjoy a good chick flick with your WCC sisters! We'll be watching Lars and the Real Girl, a sweet and quirky story of a delusional young Lars Lindstrom and the family and townspeople who lovingly, if reluctantly, come around him to help him deal with his fears. Put on your favorite loungewear and bring a friend! Childcare will be provided if there is need upon sign-up. Sign up at woodburycommunitychurch.com/events or at the Welcome Center. Contact Tammie Haveman, [email protected], for more information.
MEN’S GATHERING / JANUARY 8 / 7pm Join us for our next Men's Gathering! We will continue 33 The Series, volume 2, which is focused on A Man and His Story. This is a great series focused on your background, how it has shaped you, and how to move forward in God's design for Authentic Manhood given how you've been shaped so far. All men, young or seasoned, high school age and up are welcomed. Bring a friend! Light snacks will be provided. Contact Tom Nelson, [email protected], for more information.
YEAR-END GIVING STATEMENTS Your 2016 WCC giving statements will be emailed to you before the end of January. Please make sure that we have your correct email address by going into your MyWCC profile or contacting Linda in the church office at lokeefe@ woodburycommunitychurch.com.
Financial Update Year End Budget
Year End Giving
Year End Expenditures
$370,295
$375,160
$357,641
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
Special Events
SUMMER TRIPS
MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION TRIP This mission trip experience, created just for middle schoolers, will offer an opportunity to serve in a big way, and share the love of Christ with others!
Registration Deadline: Jan 8 HIGH SCHOOL WILDERNESS TRIP On this trip, students will not only learn new skills while exploring beautiful places, they’ll learn about themselves while encountering the God who loves them!
Registration Deadline: Jan 8 COMING UP
WINTER RETREAT This event has long been a favorite of the students of Woodbury Community Church! It's four days and three nights, overflowing with energetic games, powerful worship, great talks and small group sessions, and meaningful time together with great friends and caring adult leaders. Registration and info will be online right after New Years.
FEB 17-20 / Forest Springs Camp & Conference Center
STUDENT LEADERSHIP TEAM Students, we’d love for you to consider this new opportunity to make an impact and sharpen your leadership skills. More info coming in January.
For more information:
wccmn.org/ministries/students Contact Youth Pastor, Darrin Geier: [email protected]
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
Children’s Ministry
UPCOMING EVENTS
FAMILY GAME NIGHT Twister, Monopoly, UNO, Clue, Sorry. So many to choose from! Load up your car with your family, favorite board and card games, a snack to share and a friend and come on over to WCC for a night of WCC family fun! Sign up online today at woodburycommunitychurch.com.
January 15/ 6-8pm
SPRING GARAGE SALE Do you love math? Or organizing? Or garage sales? If so, this year’s annual garage sale is the place for you! Talk to Liz Nelson about volunteering and start saving up your unwanted items! All proceeds go towards making VBS a free event for all kids.
May 11-13
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Maker Fun Factory Vacation Bible School is June 19-23. Tell your friends!
LOOKING FOR EVENT INFO? Check out the church website, woodburycommunitychurch.com or Children’s Ministry bulletin board. Still can’t find what you’re looking for or have questions? Email Miss Liz.
wccmn.org/ministries/children Contact Children’s Ministry Director, Liz Nelson: [email protected]
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
SUN
MON 1
10:00 Service
2 Church Office Closed
7:00 Romans Study 8 9:00 Service*, ABF, Student Class 10:30 Service*, ABF Sunday School
9 8:30 Moms In Prayer
WED
3 6:00 Men’s Bible Study Panera Bread, Wdby.
4 9:00 Homeschool Grp.
6:30 Women’s Meetup 6:30 Small Group at Faessler’s Home
6:30 Awana 6:30 Student Ministry Large Grp/Central Park
10 6:00 Men’s Bible Study Panera Bread, Wdby.
THU
11
FRI
SAT
5
6
7 7:00 Men’s Bible Study
12
13
14 7:00 Men’s Bible Study
20
21
10:00 NorthstarPastors
6:30 Small Group at Faessler’s Home 6:30 MissionTeam Mtg 7:30 SEMS Meeting
6:00 Women’s Conn. 7:00 Men’s Gathering 15 9:00 Service, ABF, Student Class 10:30 Service, ABF Sunday School
TUE
16 Church Office Closed
6:30 Awana 6:30 Student Ministry Small Groups
17 6:00 Men’s Bible Study Panera Bread, Wdby.
18 9:00 Homeschool Grp.
6:30 Women’s Meetup 6:30 Small Group at Faessler’s Home
6:30 Awana 6:30 Student Ministry Large Grp/Central Park
6:00 Elder Board Mtg.
19
7:00 Men’s Bible Study
12:00 Small Group
6:00 Family Game Night
7:00 Romans Study 22
9:00 Service, ABF, Student Class 10:30 Service, ABF Sunday School
23 8:30 Moms In Prayer
24 6:00 Men’s Bible Study Panera Bread, Wdby. 9:30 Moms Club So.
6:30 Small Group at Faessler’s Home 29 9:00 Service, ABF, Student Class 10:30 Service, ABF Sunday School
6:00 Congregational Meeting * Communion
25
30 8:30 Moms In Prayer
31
6:30 Awana 6:30 Student Ministry Small Groups
26
27
28 7:00 Men’s Bible Study
JANUARY 2017 NEWSLETTER
SUNDAY SERVICES 9:00 & 10:30 am Nursery care available
IN THIS ISSUE From Our Pastor Annual Meeting/Nominees WCC Events & Info Student Life Ministry Children’s Ministry January Calendar
@WOODBURYCOMMUNITYCHURCH @WOODBURYCCHURCH
ANNUAL C O N G R E G AT I O N A L MEETING JANUARY 29 ~ 6PM
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
From Our Pastor 6
And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:6
I can’t remember a time in my life that so many of my friends have told me that they can’t wait for one year to end and another to begin. 2016 was a difficult year for many people. As we turn the page on our calendars and a new year begins, many are filled with hope for something better, and many are filled with fear that things will continue to go wrong. All of this begs the question, “Where is your hope found?” If your hope is found in the things of this world, then your hope will often be crushed. Why? Because, our world is broken. Sometimes our political system fails. Sometimes our investments fail. Sometimes our friendships fracture. Sometimes people that we really care about get sick. Yes, this world is broken. But, there is good news. God isn’t broken. The Lord is aware of what might be troubling you today. He is never surprised by the news of the day. He is working amidst our brokenness. Paul put it well in Philippians 1:6, when he wrote, “And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.” 2017 brings us one year closer to the return of Jesus. We ended 2016 with a 30-day spiritual adventure called A Disciple-Making Christmas. As a congregation, we examined some of the relationships that God has placed in our lives, and some of the spiritual habits that God has called us to embrace. Will you embrace intentional living in 2017? Will you recognize that God is doing a work in you, that is sometimes painful, with the end goal of helping you become more like Jesus?
This world is a temporary home for us. In the years that God gives us the privilege of living on earth, let’s invest in eternity. Let’s spend our lives honoring God by making more disciples for Jesus. In his classic book, Mere Christianity, C. S. Lewis wrote, “If I find in myself desires which nothing in this world can satisfy, the only logical explanation is that I was made for another world.” You were! You were made for another world. Philippians 3:20-21 says, “20 But our citizenship is in heaven, and from it we await a Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ, 21 who will transform our lowly body to be like his glorious body, by the power that enables him even to subject all things to himself.” If you have committed your life to Jesus Christ, you are a citizen of heaven. So, my fellow citizen of heaven, let’s live like it! Let’s do justice, love kindness and walk humbly with God! Let’s make everywhere that we go a better place, because we have Christ living in us! Let’s treat people with love and respect. Let’s love people like Jesus does. Let’s serve like Jesus modeled. Let’s boldly share the difference that Christ has made in our lives, and invite others to consider following Him too. Let’s pray for 2017 to be a year of spiritual harvest. God is on the move! Will you move with Him? In His Service, Pastor Brian
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
Annual Meeting Woodbury Community Church Annual Congregational Meeting January 29, 2017 6:00 pm All are encouraged to attend, but please note, only WCC members have the ability to vote.
2017 Board of Elder Nominees Moderator (1 year term): Dave Haveman Spouse: Tammie Haveman Children: Gillian, Obbe, Violet and Ty Employer: Hastings Public Schools At WCC: 3 years WCC Involvement: Elder Board-Moderator, Compassion Ministries: Safe Families, Small Groups
Treasurer (1 year term): Jeff Haugen Spouse: Joan Haugen Children: Benjamin, Spencer and Thomas Employer: 3M At WCC: 6 years WCC Involvement: Elder Board-Treasurer; Small Group; Angel Tree Clerk (1 year term): Kari Bennett Spouse: Scott Bennett Children: Ellen, Zach and Grace Employer: The Gap At WCC: 15 years WCC Involvement: Elder Board-Clerk, Student Life Youth Ministry, Refugee Life Ministry, Visual Worship, Foundation for Growth: Renovation Committee, Nursery, VBS, Zone 4:12/Girl's Club, Sunday School Teacher, Children's Ministry Board, Elder Board-Clerk Board Member (3 year term): Dan Beran Spouse: Terri Beran Children: Benjamin married to Shannon with grandchildren Micah & Alaina; Bradley Employer: Premier Dental Works At WCC: 17 years WCC involvement: Former Board Member & Treasurer, Pastor Search Committee, Tuesday Morning Mens Group, Small Groups, AWANA Volunteer Board Member (3 year term): Tom Nelson Spouse: Sandy Nelson Children: Jodi, Karin and Tim Employer: Cargill At WCC: 37 years WCC Involvement: Men’s Ministry, Various Men’s Small Groups, Various Couple’s small groups, Missions Team, Church Softball, Christian Service Brigade, Sunday School Teacher, Alpha, Numerous terms on the Board of Elders (including moderator)
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
WCC Events & Info
WOMEN @ WCC SUNDAY CONNECTIONS / JANUARY 8 / 6:00pm Hey, ladies! Come enjoy a good chick flick with your WCC sisters! We'll be watching Lars and the Real Girl, a sweet and quirky story of a delusional young Lars Lindstrom and the family and townspeople who lovingly, if reluctantly, come around him to help him deal with his fears. Put on your favorite loungewear and bring a friend! Childcare will be provided if there is need upon sign-up. Sign up at woodburycommunitychurch.com/events or at the Welcome Center. Contact Tammie Haveman, [email protected], for more information.
MEN’S GATHERING / JANUARY 8 / 7pm Join us for our next Men's Gathering! We will continue 33 The Series, volume 2, which is focused on A Man and His Story. This is a great series focused on your background, how it has shaped you, and how to move forward in God's design for Authentic Manhood given how you've been shaped so far. All men, young or seasoned, high school age and up are welcomed. Bring a friend! Light snacks will be provided. Contact Tom Nelson, [email protected], for more information.
YEAR-END GIVING STATEMENTS Your 2016 WCC giving statements will be emailed to you before the end of January. Please make sure that we have your correct email address by going into your MyWCC profile or contacting Linda in the church office at lokeefe@ woodburycommunitychurch.com.
Financial Update Year End Budget
Year End Giving
Year End Expenditures
$370,295
$375,160
$357,641
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
Special Events
SUMMER TRIPS
MIDDLE SCHOOL MISSION TRIP This mission trip experience, created just for middle schoolers, will offer an opportunity to serve in a big way, and share the love of Christ with others!
Registration Deadline: Jan 8 HIGH SCHOOL WILDERNESS TRIP On this trip, students will not only learn new skills while exploring beautiful places, they’ll learn about themselves while encountering the God who loves them!
Registration Deadline: Jan 8 COMING UP
WINTER RETREAT This event has long been a favorite of the students of Woodbury Community Church! It's four days and three nights, overflowing with energetic games, powerful worship, great talks and small group sessions, and meaningful time together with great friends and caring adult leaders. Registration and info will be online right after New Years.
FEB 17-20 / Forest Springs Camp & Conference Center
STUDENT LEADERSHIP TEAM Students, we’d love for you to consider this new opportunity to make an impact and sharpen your leadership skills. More info coming in January.
For more information:
wccmn.org/ministries/students Contact Youth Pastor, Darrin Geier: [email protected]
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
Children’s Ministry
UPCOMING EVENTS
FAMILY GAME NIGHT Twister, Monopoly, UNO, Clue, Sorry. So many to choose from! Load up your car with your family, favorite board and card games, a snack to share and a friend and come on over to WCC for a night of WCC family fun! Sign up online today at woodburycommunitychurch.com.
January 15/ 6-8pm
SPRING GARAGE SALE Do you love math? Or organizing? Or garage sales? If so, this year’s annual garage sale is the place for you! Talk to Liz Nelson about volunteering and start saving up your unwanted items! All proceeds go towards making VBS a free event for all kids.
May 11-13
MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Maker Fun Factory Vacation Bible School is June 19-23. Tell your friends!
LOOKING FOR EVENT INFO? Check out the church website, woodburycommunitychurch.com or Children’s Ministry bulletin board. Still can’t find what you’re looking for or have questions? Email Miss Liz.
wccmn.org/ministries/children Contact Children’s Ministry Director, Liz Nelson: [email protected]
WOODBURY COMMUNITY CHURCH / January 2017 NEWSLETTER
SUN
MON 1
10:00 Service
2 Church Office Closed
7:00 Romans Study 8 9:00 Service*, ABF, Student Class 10:30 Service*, ABF Sunday School
9 8:30 Moms In Prayer
WED
3 6:00 Men’s Bible Study Panera Bread, Wdby.
4 9:00 Homeschool Grp.
6:30 Women’s Meetup 6:30 Small Group at Faessler’s Home
6:30 Awana 6:30 Student Ministry Large Grp/Central Park
10 6:00 Men’s Bible Study Panera Bread, Wdby.
THU
11
FRI
SAT
5
6
7 7:00 Men’s Bible Study
12
13
14 7:00 Men’s Bible Study
20
21
10:00 NorthstarPastors
6:30 Small Group at Faessler’s Home 6:30 MissionTeam Mtg 7:30 SEMS Meeting
6:00 Women’s Conn. 7:00 Men’s Gathering 15 9:00 Service, ABF, Student Class 10:30 Service, ABF Sunday School
TUE
16 Church Office Closed
6:30 Awana 6:30 Student Ministry Small Groups
17 6:00 Men’s Bible Study Panera Bread, Wdby.
18 9:00 Homeschool Grp.
6:30 Women’s Meetup 6:30 Small Group at Faessler’s Home
6:30 Awana 6:30 Student Ministry Large Grp/Central Park
6:00 Elder Board Mtg.
19
7:00 Men’s Bible Study
12:00 Small Group
6:00 Family Game Night
7:00 Romans Study 22
9:00 Service, ABF, Student Class 10:30 Service, ABF Sunday School
23 8:30 Moms In Prayer
24 6:00 Men’s Bible Study Panera Bread, Wdby. 9:30 Moms Club So.
6:30 Small Group at Faessler’s Home 29 9:00 Service, ABF, Student Class 10:30 Service, ABF Sunday School
6:00 Congregational Meeting * Communion
25
30 8:30 Moms In Prayer
31
6:30 Awana 6:30 Student Ministry Small Groups
26
27
28 7:00 Men’s Bible Study
