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Are you ready to experience Jesus in GROW Groups this semester? In your hand you hold more than 50 opportunities to engage in active discipleship. Each GROW Group represented in this listing is guaranteed to bring you into the presence of Jesus, because as Matthew 18:20 tells us, He is present anywhere 2 or 3 of us are gathered in His name.
So, how do you begin? First, read through this catalog and pray over the options that interest you. Decide on your top group or two (in case your first choice is full) and head to our website to sign up. Next--and this is important--invite a friend to join with you!
Once the session begins, head to your group’s gatherings and participate. Meet people and listen to them. Share with others what you’re learning and experiencing. And, when the session is over, make plans to continue meeting up, move on to another group, or sign up to lead a GROW Group yourself. Follow the Spirit’s leading.
Please don’t pass up this chance to be a part of God Reaching Out Widely in our community. We GROW better together, PMC!
Brianna MartinGROW Group CoordinatorDiscipleship/GROW Groups
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Sharing His “Life Together”
Dietrich Bonhoeffer, in his potent little book Life Together, observes: “The physical presence of other Christians is a source of incomparable joy and strength to the believer” (19). What you now hold in your hands is an opportunity for you to experience that “incomparable joy and strength,” even if you don’t consider yourself a “believer” quite yet. Truth is, we’re wired to need each other. And GROW Groups are a rewarding way to fill that need, no matter your age.
So thumb through this catalog. Connect with an interest, a theme, an activity that you’d enjoy. Sign up. And show up. It’s that simple.
And in the process you’ll discover why Jesus was so big on “life together”—He lived, ate, slept, conversed, and traveled with a band of men and a group of women. Because God loves community. So I hope you’ll join us in following Jesus and sharing His “life together” this new season.
Dwight K. NelsonPioneer Pastor
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How Do I Sign Up?
1. Look through this catalog and find days and times that will work with your schedule.
2. If you have questions about a group, contact the GROW Group leader for any information you’ll need.
3. When you have made your selection, please go to www.pmchurch.org/grow for the one-step registration.
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BULLYING/CYBERBULLYING SUPPORTSundays @ 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.Burman Hall 2nd Floor Conference Hall
Have you ever been bullied or cyberbullied in school? Then join this group as we discuss how you were bullied/cyberbullied, connect with others, receive thoughtful feedback from therapists, and dive into the word of God about forgiving for those who have wronged us. Materi-als needed: Bible and journal. Child friendly.
Meeting: Weekly, October 21, 2018Leader: James-Andrew Britton Hearn Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 818.521.5579
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GOD'S HANDY HELPERSSundays @ 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.PMC Gr. 4 Sabbath School
Last session, we had a lot of fun figuring out how to renovate some cabinets in our church. We want to use our skills for God's glory. Join us! Older children welcome. Work on your Pathfinder Vocational Hon-ors. Materials needed: Various tools if you have them, if not that's OK. You just need a willingness to learn. (Until December 9, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 21, 2018Leader: Roger Edington Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 269.473.2147
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LIFE AFTER RETIREMENTSundays @ 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.PMC Youth Chapel
A couple of articles will be presented each session. We will discuss issues pertaining to those about to retire, and pensioners. Political climate, safe investment, security issues, personal decay, generation-al gap, geo-political reality, life in digital age and emotional/spiritual well-being of elderly class citizens. Materials needed: Laptop and/or smart phone. Child friendly. (Until December 16, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 14, 2018Leader: Mike Raj Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.470.5498
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PAPERCRAFTING TOGETHERSundays @ 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.PMC Commons
Preserve memories while making new ones. Work on your scrapbook or make cards while enjoying the fellowship of others. We will have papercrafting prizes and chocolate. We meet once a month on a des-ignated Sunday. Email Sherrie for specific schedule. Materials needed: Your own projects. (Until December 19, 2018)
Meeting: Monthly, September 16, 2018Leader: Sherrie Davis, Gaie Lynne Leer Email: [email protected], [email protected] Phone: SD W: 269.473.8274, GLL M: 269.470.4704
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FINDING GOD'S CHARACTER IN GENESISSundays @ 6:00 p.m.Online Public Facebook Group
The stories in Genesis tell us much about who God is, how He treats humans, and His characteristics/attributes. As we read the same chapters each week to find the character of God, comments can be made anytime in the discussion area of the Facebook group. Ques-tions will be posted Saturday evenings for comment and discussion during the week. Materials Needed: A Bible and a curious and open mind. Child friendly. (Until December 15, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 21, 2018Leader: Dennis HollingseadEmail: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.449.0892
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TAI CHI: MOVEMENT THERAPYMondays @ 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.PMC Commons
Learn Tai Chi simplified in 24 form. Learn to play and get fit as you practice it. Using slow movements, Tai Chi helps prevent illness while prolonging one's life. Come discover its mental benefits as well! (Until December 03, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 1, 2018Leader: Beverly Matiko, Xiaoming Xu Email: [email protected]; [email protected] Phone: BM M: 269.683.0469 H: 269.471.3165; XX M: 269.471.6125 H: 269.471.6125
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NOAH'S ARKMondays @ 3:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.220 Timber Ridge Manor, Berrien Springs, MI
The Seventh-day Adventist Church is not like a ship that can be sunk by an iceberg. She is like Noah's ark that can shelter her people safely inside even in the darkest of days that lie ahead of her. Let's study the stories of Creation and justice and mercy recorded in the Book of Genesis in order to give us bright hope for tomorrow. Materials need-ed: Your favorite Bible translation. (Until December 03, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 15, 2018Leader: JoAnn Bacheller Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.262.8088
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TEEN BIBLE STUDYMondays @ 3:45 p.m.-4:45 p.m.Ruth Murdoch Elementary Room 1748885 Garland Ave, Berrien Springs, MI
A Bible study for Jr High and High School. Praying and reading and growing to know our Jesus. Materials needed: Bible. Child friendly. (Until December 17, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, September 17, 2018Leader: Chris Davisson Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.208.7079 H: 269.208.7079
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CANCER SUPPORTMondays @ 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.PMC Earliteen Worship Room
Let's meet together for a weekly hour of spiritual support and en-couragement to help make it through the cancer journey. Our hour together will include personal sharing, listening, and praying together. Materials needed: Bible, pen, & notepad. (Until December 3, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 15, 2018Leader: Maryann Burns Email: [email protected], [email protected] Phone: M: 269.445.7520 W: 269.471.6091
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COOKIES, CONVERSATION, AND CARINGMondays @ 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.PMC Commons Kitchen
Are you creative? Do you like to bake? How about a little chit-chat? If you answer with a "YES" to even one of those questions, this GROW Group is for you. We will be baking cookies and creating cards of encouragement to deliver to University students. (Until November 12, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 15, 2018Leader: Arlene Bailey Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 269.473.2541
maximum size: 8
FOCUSING ON THE HOLY SPIRITMondays @ 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.Timber Ridge Manor, Berrien Springs, MI
We will watch stories on video of disciples filled with the Holy Spir-it from the book of Acts. Then we will focus on steps to receive this incredible gift. A light fellowship supper will follow. Materials needed: Bible; Steps to Personal Revival by Helmet Haubeil (downloadable). Child friendly. (Until December 3, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 15, 2018Leader: Gillian Howard Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.277.9583 H: 269.277.9583
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LADIES SELF DEFENSE CLASSMondays @ 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.R.E.A.D.Y. Taekwondo Academy 1968 Pipestone Rd, Benton Harbor, MI
Would you know what to do if someone tried to snatch your purse? Can you protect yourself? Learn guaranteed ways to protect your-self. Professional Christian instructor. An affordable donation will be suggested for the class. Materials needed: comfortable clothes, Bible, water. Babysitter provided on site.
Meeting: Weekly, August 6, 2018Leader: Timetta Wilson, Al Smith Email: [email protected], [email protected] Phone: TW H: 601.937.3866, AS H: 269.325.2930
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OVERCOMING VIDEO GAME ADDICTIONMondays @ 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.Burman Tower, Rm 422
This group is a support group for those affected by video game addiction. This group is also for those who know someone who is currently affected by a video game addiction and would like to find help for that individual. The support group will use a 12-step program to help the affected find relief and lasting sobriety. (Until December 3, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 15, 2018Leader: John W. Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 509.438.6893
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SABBATH DISCIPLESHIPMondays @ 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.8695 George Street, Berrien Springs, MI
This study will focus on the Sabbath experience through the lens of the Fruit of the Spirit in order to grow in our discipleship journey. Materials needed: Bible. (Ends Friday, December 7, 2018 with a special Sabbath Shalom Supper)
Meeting: Weekly, October 15, 2018Leader: Terry Robertson, Yolande Robertson Email: [email protected], [email protected] Phone: TR M: 269.473.5437, H: 269.473.5437, W: 269.471.3269; YR M: 269.473.5437 H: 269.473.5437
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YOUR 15 MINUTES OF PRAYERMondays @ 6:30 p.m.-6:45 p.m.Seminary Hall, N235
Start your week with prayer. Join us on Monday evenings for 15 min-utes of prayer. (Until December 3, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 15, 2018Leader: Carina Prestes, Flavio Prestes Email: [email protected], [email protected]
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MOMMY (AND DADDY) AND METuesdays @ 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.PMC Nursery
This is a fun group for kids (0-5 years old) and their parent or care-giver to enjoy friendships and activities together. Each week will include playtime, songs/stories, and crafts. Come make new friends and have fun with your children. Child friendly.
Meeting: Weekly, September 18, 2018Leader: Adrienne Greene, Marlena Maier, Tabita Rasmussen Email: [email protected], [email protected], [email protected] Phone: TR M: 231.886.4091
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TUESDAY STORIESTuesdays @ 12:00 p.m.-12:30 p.m.Andrews Academy8833 Garland Ave, Berrien Springs, MI
This will be a group for high-school-aged students. We will get to-gether each Tuesday and have lunch at the Academy. It will be a time to share our stories and talk about how they intersect with His story. (Until December 4, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 16, 2018
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EXPERIENCING GODTuesdays @ 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.PMC Music Room
God is inviting you to experience Him in an intimate love relationship through which He reveals to you His will, His ways, and His work. Through the biblical principles in this course, God can teach you how to: Know when He is speaking to you; recognize His activity around you; adjust your life to Him and His ways; identify what He wants to do through you, and respond to His activity in your life. Materials needed: Experiencing God by Henry & Richard Blackaby (Until De-cember 4, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 16, 2018Leader: Erick Pena Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 973.563.0289
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GO MULTIPLYTuesdays @ 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.5800 Daniel Boone Trail, Berrien Springs, MI
From the beginning of the Bible it is made clear that we humans were created to multiply the image and likeness of God. It is quite literally why we were placed on this planet! In this GROW Group we will be going through stories of multipliers in the Bible and practically apply-ing lessons learned to our lives. Come join this community! Materials needed: Bible. Child friendly.
Meeting: Weekly, September 11, 2018Leader: Brandon von Dorpowski Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.313.6904
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PMC SANCTUARY CHOIRTuesdays @ 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.PMC Earliteen Loft
We are a group of music-lovers who desire to use our voices to reveal the limitless love of God. Materials needed: a good singing voice, a good ear, and a heart for serving others. Music reading skills pre-ferred. Contact Brenton Offenback to arrange an audition.
Meeting: Weekly, September 18, 2018Leader: Brenton Offenback Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.325.3057, H: 269.449.3055
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PREVENTING CHRONIC WESTERN DISEASESTuesdays @ 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.Will disclose to group members, Berrien Springs, Michigan
This video series is one man's serious pursuit of knowledge and his faith journey (over 15 years) to learn how to help the body heal and prevent disease holistically. Our emphasis will be on prevention as we seek to learn God's plan and be inspired! Materials needed: Notebook and pen. (Until December 11, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 16, 2018Leader: Rosie Nash Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 269.471.4285
maximum size: 12
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REVELATION'S GREAT CONTROVERSYTuesdays @ 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.11391 Red Bud Trail, Berrien Springs, MI
We will do a verse-by-verse study of Revelation 12:1-13:10. This is heart of the message of Revelation and it focuses squarely on the great controversy between the true and false Trinities. Deepen your walk with Jesus, the true Lamb of God. Materials needed: Bible (Until November 13, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, September 25, 2018Leader: Cynthia Burrill, Russell Burrill Email: [email protected], [email protected] Phone: CB M: 269.208.7296, H: 269.473.3738; RB M: 269.208.1384
maximum size: 20
SIT-N-STITCHTuesdays @ 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.Smith Hall, Room 114A8385 Farm Oval Rd, Berrien Springs, MI
Join us to worship, share, and grow together. Bring your own quilting, mending or other handwork project. Materials needed: Your Spiritual Toolbox: How to Live the SDSU Christian... by Terri L. Fivash, August 2016 version, Kindle version available $1 or paperback from group facilitator for a donation. (Until December 4, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, September 25, 2018Leader: Cami Cress Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 269.473.2075 W: 269.325.7140
maximum size: 15
SOCIAL MEDIA FASTTuesdays @ 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.PMC Prayer/Conference Room
Challenge yourself to a social media/digital fast to clear your mind & make time for the Bible, prayer, and the Holy Spirit. Tips on Scripture memory will be shared. Light snack provided. (single grad students and professionals 25-45 years) Materials needed: Optional: 100 Bible Verses Everyone Should Know (book by Robert Morgan on Amazon). (Until December 11, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 16, 2018Leader: Leilani Bermeo Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.470.0833 H: 269.470.0833
maximum size: 10
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SOUP, STORIES, AND PRAYERTuesdays @ 5:45 p.m.-7:15 p.m.8665 George Ave, Berrien Springs, MI
Come share a simple meal, a spirit-filled story, and prayer. (Until De-cember 4, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 16, 2018Leader: James FordEmail: [email protected] Phone: H: 269.277.0315
maximum size: 10
WOMEN'S RUNNING CLUBTuesdays @ 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.Lamson Hall
Have you ever wanted to run a 5K but just didn't know how to train for it? In this GROW group, over several weeks, you will learn how to train for any kind of race. We will start off slow and work our way up to running a 5K without stopping. Whether you've been running for years or just wanting to start this club is for you! Materials needed: Running shoes, Exercise clothing. (Until November 20, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 16, 2018Leader: Heidi Davis Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 571.247.3911
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HOUSE OF PRAYER AMWednesdays @ 7:00 a.m.-7:30 a.m.PMC Youth Chapel
Let's gather together in God's House of Prayer. Join us if you are seeking to rediscover the joy of prayer or need a midweek spiritual boost. Child friendly.
Meeting: Weekly, October 3, 2018Leader: Jose Bourget, Ben Martin Email: [email protected], [email protected]; [email protected], [email protected] Phone: BM M: 909.275.5495
maximum size: 100
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HOW TO NEGOTIATE A WIN/WINWednesdays @ 10:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.PMC Earliteen Loft
Negotiating poorly could ruin your job, marriage, relationship with your kids, and ultimately your happiness. Through role-playing, learn to ask for what you want in life while blessing others. Materials need-ed: Never Split the Difference: Negotiating as If Your Life Depended on It. (Until December 4, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, September 5, 2018Leader: Joy Haley Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 269.930.1217
maximum size: 20
WOMEN OF THE BIBLEWednesdays @ 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.2579 Ridgewood Trail, Berrien Springs, Michigan
By looking to the women of the Bible, we can deepen our under-standing of Scripture, experience more of God's love, recognize His relentless jealousy, and discover His creative ability to bring good out of the most difficult circumstances. Materials needed: Women of the Bible by Ann Spangler & Jean Syswerda.
Meeting: Weekly, September 5, 2018Leader: Kathryn Hickerson Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 269.473.2331
maximum size: 8
GOD'S INVITATION TO FLOURISHWednesdays @ 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.PMC Nursery
Designed for women of all ages, this group will explore the ways in which we can daily become the flourishing person God wants us to be. We will learn practical ways to have stronger relationships, more love, joy, peace and hope, and a deeper intimacy with God. Mate-rials Needed: You will be loaned the book FLOURISH by Catherine Hart-Weber, Ph.D. (Until December 3, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 3, 2018Leader: Ildiko Gyeresi, Jan Wrenn Email: [email protected]; [email protected]: IG: M: 269.845.5084 H: 269.471.6330; JW: H: 473.2738
maximum size: 20
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FASCINATED BY THE WORDWednesdays @ 7:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.8726 Meadow Lane, Apt. 1, Berrien Springs, MI
Reading the Bible for its own sake and paying attention to how it was crafted is a very rewarding experience that may touch us on a deep spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and aesthetic level. Join us in explor-ing the Bible from a textual, literary perspective. Materials needed: Bible, notebook, pen (Until December 05, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 17, 2018Leader: Denis Kaiser Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 269.861.3049
maximum size: 12
PRACTICAL HINTS FOR MAKING PRAYER REALWednesdays @ 7:00 p.m.-7:45 p.m.PMC Youth Chapel
Don't miss this new House of Prayer discovery in a 63-year-old man-uscript (which sparked a revival in St. Helena where these talks were first presented). Why not here? So bring your Bible and your knees and join our intergenerational conversation with God each week. Call upon Me! (Ps. 50:15) Material Needed: Handout syllabus provided.
Meeting: Weekly, October 17, 2018Leader: Gilbert Wari, Andrea Gibbs, John Glass, Rodlie Ortiz, Dwight Nelson Email: [email protected]
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REVELATION'S GREAT CONTROVERSYWednesdays @ 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.11391 Red Bud Trail, Berrien Springs, MI
We will do a verse-by-verse study of the heart of the book of Revela-tion, Revelation 12:1-13:10. This is heart of the message of Revelation and it focuses squarely on the great controversy between the true and false Trinities. The message of this study will radically change your life and deepen your walk with Jesus, the true Lamb of God. Materials needed: Bible (Until November 14, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, September 26, 2018Leader: Cynthia Burrill, Russell Burrill Email: [email protected], [email protected] Phone: CB M: 269.208.7296, H: 269.473.3738; RB M: 269.208.1384
maximum size: 20
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WOMEN OF THE BIBLEWednesdays @ 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.2579 Ridgewood Trail, Berrien Springs, Michigan
By looking to the women of the Bible, we can deepen our under-standing of Scripture, experience more of God's love, recognize His relentless jealousy, and discover His creative ability to bring good out of the most difficult circumstances. Materials needed: Women of the Bible by Ann Spangler & Jean Syswerda.
Meeting: Weekly, September 5, 2018Leader: Kathryn Hickerson Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 269.473.2331
maximum size: 8
LIVE.FULLY.AND.FLOURISH.NOW.Thursdays @ 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.PMC Earliteen Loft
There's a lot of talk about flourishing. Have you been experiencing it? Yes? Great! Do you long for fullness and flourishing in your life now? Yes? Whichever applies to you, come. Let's have fun flourishing together. Customized activities and discussions will guide us through understanding, practicing, and experiencing flourishing. Materials needed: Bible. Any material you choose as we move along. A spirit of sharing and learning together. (Until December 06, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 25, 2018Leader: Jenifer Daley Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.409.1036
maximum size: 99
SABBATH SCHOOL PREPThursdays @ 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.PMC Prayer/Conference Room
A group for Youth Sabbath School teachers and student assistants to come together and prepare for Sabbath School. (Until December 13, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, September 20, 2018Leader: Melody Chadwick Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 530.217.3917
maximum size: 10
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CONVERSATIONSFridays @ 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.Spring Arbor Apartments, 3rd bldg in9088 N. Main Street, Apt. 19, Berrien Springs, Michigan
Have you ever wanted to develop a personal relationship with Jesus where you can talk with Him about the things you really want to nat-urally and know He will answer you in real time? We hope you learn to talk with Him about even those taboo questions. Materials needed: your Bible and a copy of Jerry D. Thomas's book, Conversations with Jesus (available at the ABC). (Until December 7, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 19, 2018Leader: Stanley Lebrun, John Glass Email: [email protected]; [email protected] Phone: SL M: 407.414.0514, JG M: 262.825.3632
maximum size: 12
EXPLORING HOUSE CHURCHFridays @ 7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m.PMC Earliteen Worship Room
Ever wonder what it was like in the early church? How did early Chris-tians keep their faith in a secular society and even grow in number? Be part of a house church experience! Let's explore this concept, putting our learning into practice for modern times. (Until December 9, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 19, 2018Leader: Sherry Manison Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 269 473.2469
maximum size: 20
HYMN STORIESFridays @ 8:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.PMC Jr. 1/Gr. 5 Classroom
Come join us to welcome Sabbath by singing hymns together and learning about the stories behind these hymns! (Meeting October 12, 20, November 9, 16, 30, & December 7, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 12, 2018Leader: Heaven Shin Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 269.697.1437
maximum size: 30
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MEDIA ON THE BRAINFridays @ 5:00 p.m.-6:15 p.m.PMC Earliteen Worship Room
This DVD presentation will share research compiled and presented by Scott Ritsema that helps us understand the effects of media on our brains and on those we love. This information will assist us in making the decisions that we each need to make regarding media in our lives. Child friendly—but children may find some parts of the presentation unsettling. (Until December 7, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 19, 2018
maximum size: 15
SACRIFICE OF PRAISE!Fridays @ 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.5694 Long Lake Road, Berrien Springs, Michigan
Music truly is God's whisper to the soul. The Bible is very clear that God just wants for us to come together and sing spiritual songs, hymns, psalms, encourage one another by making a JOYFUL noise! If you have a guitar feel free to bring one, however just come to wor-ship God with full hearts. Materials needed: Bible and Songbooks. (Fridays until December 9, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 14, 2018Leader: Maria George Email: [email protected] Phone: H: 269.240.4765
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YOUTH BIBLE STUDYFridays @ 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.PMC Prayer/Conference Room
This GROW Group is for ages 12-18 to dig deeper into the Bible and better understand the beliefs of the church. This group will be a place for open discussion and dialogue to understand one's beliefs and prepare to share them. Materials needed: Bible, Paper, Pen. (Until December 7, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 19, 2018Leader: Ben Martin Email: [email protected], [email protected] Phone: M: 909.275.5495
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PRAYER IN ACTION—1ST SERVICESaturdays @ 8:55 a.m.-10:30 a.m.PMC Prayer/Conference Room
". . .Prayer is the key in the hand of faith to unlock heaven's store-house" (SC 80). Anyone is welcome to join us as we seek God's bless-ing and guidance for the PMC congregation. We will spend time in prayer before and after the sermon, and meet where we can observe and hear the service. Materials Needed: A consecrated heart dedicat-ed to the task. (Until December 8, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 20, 2018Leader: Deb Montcalm Email: [email protected]
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STEPS TO PERSONAL REVIVALSaturdays @ 10:15 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Andrews University Bell Hall Rm 114
Learn what it takes to be filled with the Holy Spirit. Experience a new relationship with God in a small friendly group. Materials needed: Steps to Personal Revival, Being Filled with the Holy Spirit. Available at the ABC for $2.00 (Until December 15, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, September 29, 2018Leader: Mark Smalley, Chuck and Beverly Peck Email: [email protected]; [email protected] Phone: MS H: 269.471.1529; C & BP H: 269.471.4039
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WOMEN WORSHIPSaturdays @ 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.Buller Hall Rose Chapel
Women worship together. Prayer, book discussion, testimony. Meets Oct. 20, Nov. 3 & 17, and Dec. 8. Ages 12 - 80+ welcomed. Materials needed: Book: An Altar in the World by Barbara Brown Taylor. Child friendly. (Until December 8, 2018)
Meeting: Bi-weekly, October 20, 2018Leader: Margaret Howell Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.471.6647 H: 269.479.8874
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S.P.A. (STUDY, PRAY, APPLY)Saturdays @10:30 a,m.-11:30 a.m.Nethery Hall, Room 220
In this class you will have the opportunity to explore the book of Matthew and learn how to apply lessons into our daily lives. This class also spends some time sharing and praying together. If you're looking for a place to grow spiritually, please join us! We would love to have you. We welcome, and sometimes feed, AU students. Materials need-ed: Bible. (Until December 8, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, September 29, 2018Leader: Bryan von Dorpowski Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.313.6906
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SCRIPTURE SABBATH SCHOOLSaturdays @ 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.PMC Board Room
Looking for a different type of Sabbath School? We will explore Isaiah and the themes of Light, Justice, and Messiah. Local experts from different disciplines introduce the themes as we participate in thoughtful discussion on the 'Old Testament Gospel' and seek to have eyes that see and ears that hear and hearts open to receive God's Word.
Meeting: Weekly, October 13, 2018Leader: William Helbley, Diane Helbley Email: [email protected]; [email protected] Phone: WH H: 269.471.1702; DH M: 269.240.3959 H: 269.240.3959
maximum size: 30
WHAT DOES THE BIBLE TEACH ABOUT...Saturdays @ 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.PMC Commons
Join us as we explore what the Bible teaches on foundational ques-tions of life such as "Where did evil come from?" "How will it all end?" "How can I have genuine inner peace?" "What really happens when you die?" and more. (Until December 8, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 20, 2018Leader: Rodlie Ortiz Email: [email protected] Phone: W: 269.471.6154
maximum size: 25
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CONVERSATIONAL BIBLICAL HEBREWSaturdays @ 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.4764 East Ridge Avenue, Berrien Springs, MI
Come experience the Hebrew Bible by singing, playing, participating in skits, reading, writing, speaking and praying in Biblical Hebrew. Optional Material needed: BHS Bible. Child friendly. (Until December 08, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 20, 2018Leader: Jose Diaz Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 312.203.4178 H: 312.203.4178
maximum size: 20
ETX (EARLITEEN EXTENDED)Saturdays @ 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.PMC Earliteen Loft
This GROW Group is tailored for Earliteens and Teens who want to fill their Sabbath afternoons with vibrant programs that speak to what is going on in their young world. Music, poetry, and games highlight what God's Word says to the youth.
Meeting: Weekly, October 13, 2018Leader: Jean-Ires Michel, Debbie Michel Email: [email protected], [email protected] Phone: JM M: 917.435.5687, DB M: 917.239.9152
maximum size: 75
HEALING FOR BROKEN RELATIONSHIPSSaturdays @ 4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.PMC Prayer/Conference Room
This group will help create a safe, secure, and confidential environ-ment in which to express yourself. It will also present coping methods to deal with daily challenges as well as strengthen your relationship with Christ. Materials needed: Bible, journal, pen or pencil. (Until De-cember 8, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 20, 2018Leader: Antoinette Napier-Cooper Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 516.325.0185 H: 516.325.0185
maximum size: 20
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IT TAKES A MIRACLESaturdays @ 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.Seminary N108
God is still working miracles! Unfortunately, many believers have accepted the skeptical and unbiblical definition of miracles as con-tradictions to laws of nature. Let's get together (on the second and fourth Sabbath afternoons each month) to pray and to study how God's miracle-working power doesn't contradict science! (Until De-cember 8, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 27, 2018Leader: Martin Hanna Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 574.850.9052
maximum size: 20
PRAYER IN ACTION—2ND SERVICESaturdays @ 11:40 a.m.-1:00 p.m.PMC Prayer/Conference Room
". . .Prayer is the key in the hand of faith to unlock heaven's store- house" (SC 80). Anyone is welcome to join us as we seek God's bless-ing and guidance for the PMC congregation. We will spend time in prayer before and after the sermon, and meet where we can observe and hear the service. Materials Needed: A consecrated heart dedicat-ed to the task. (Until December 8, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 20, 2018Leader: Andrea Gibbs Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 209.663.9891 H: 269.282.6008
maximum size: 20
HAVE THE FUNERAL: CHOOSE TO FORGIVESaturdays @ 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.PMC Nursery
Forgiving, like a funeral, is not easy. The hurt is real and you feel it deeply. But you have to let go. Grieve it and leave it. Place it in God's hands. That's it! It's time to bury the past. Choose God's way and walk away free from the burden of unforgiveness—once and for all. Materials needed: The Bible (Until December 8, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 20, 2018Leader: Jerry Horton Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 256.653.7374
maximum size: 15
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LETGOSaturdays @ 6:00 p.m.9155 E Washington St, Berrien Springs, MI
Building replicas of favorite buildings/things with Lego bricks, letting go of the worries of the week for the rest of the Saturday hours (past the sunset). Bring your designs, plans or ideas. Light refreshments and Lego bricks will be provided. (Until November 18, 2018)
Meeting: Weekly, October 20, 2018Leader: Pavel Tomenko Email: [email protected] Phone: M: 269.845.5589
maximum size: 12
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CONTENTSBULLYING/CYBERBULLYING SUPPORT 6
CANCER SUPPORT 8
CONVERSATIONAL BIBLICAL HEBREW 22
CONVERSATIONS 18
COOKIES, CONVERSATION, AND CARING 9
ETX (EARLITEEN EXTENDED) 22
EXPERIENCING GOD 11
EXPLORING HOUSE CHURCH 18
FASCINATED BY THE WORD 16
FINDING GOD'S CHARACTER IN GENESIS 7
FOCUSING ON THE HOLY SPIRIT 9
GOD'S HANDY HELPERS 6
GOD'S INVITATION TO FLOURISH 15
GO MULTIPLY 12
HAVE THE FUNERAL: CHOOSE TO FORGIVE 23
HEALING FOR BROKEN RELATIONSHIPS 22
HOUSE OF PRAYER AM 14
HOW TO NEGOTIATE A WIN/WIN 15
HYMN STORIES 18
IT TAKES A MIRACLE 23
LADIES SELF DEFENSE CLASS 9
LETGO 24
LIFE AFTER RETIREMENT 6
LIVE.FULLY.AND.FLOURISH.NOW. 17
MEDIA ON THE BRAIN 19
MOMMY (AND DADDY) AND ME 11
NOAH'S ARK 8
OVERCOMING VIDEO GAME ADDICTION 10
PAPERCRAFTING TOGETHER 7
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PMC SANCTUARY CHOIR 12
PRACTICAL HINTS FOR MAKING PRAYER REAL 16
PRAYER IN ACTION—1ST SERVICE 20
PRAYER IN ACTION—2ND SERVICE 23
PREVENTING CHRONIC WESTERN DISEASES 12
REVELATION'S GREAT CONTROVERSY 13
REVELATION'S GREAT CONTROVERSY 16
SABBATH DISCIPLESHIP 10
SABBATH SCHOOL PREP 17
SACRIFICE OF PRAISE! 19
SCRIPTURE SABBATH SCHOOL 21
SIT-N-STITCH 13
SOCIAL MEDIA FAST 13
SOUP, STORIES, AND PRAYER 14
S.P.A. (STUDY, PRAY, APPLY) 21
STEPS TO PERSONAL REVIVAL 20
TAI CHI: MOVEMENT THERAPY 7
TEEN BIBLE STUDY 8
TUESDAY STORIES 11
WHAT DOES THE BIBLE TEACH ABOUT... 21
WOMEN OF THE BIBLE 15
WOMEN OF THE BIBLE 17
WOMEN'S RUNNING CLUB 14
WOMEN WORSHIP 20
YOUR 15 MINUTES OF PRAYER 10
YOUTH BIBLE STUDY 19
