January 2014

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Join us on Sunday mornings at 9:30am as we dive into God’s word and discover what it is still telling us in today’s world.

Also, be sure to join us on Wednesday nights. Doors open at 6:30pm and the program goes from 7-8:15pm.

The Winter Retreats at Spring Hill are coming up quick. Please sign up ASAP if you are interested in going. Contact GJ at GJ@fellowshipchapel.net for more information. The high school retreat is Feb 7-9 and will cost $120 and the middle school retreat is Jan 31-Feb 2 and will cost $94. If writing a check please write them out to Fellowship Chapel.

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Contact GJ at GJ@fellowshipchapel.net

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Youth Spot

What’s Inside:- Growing Our Faith - Part 4 - Team Compasion- Prime Timers (55+) Corner- Discovery Zone- MOP’s

- College & Career - Missionary of the Month- Youth Spot- Birthdays & Anniversaries

Missionaries of the MonthDennis and Donna Banker represent Operation Mobilization – India. Dennis presents the needs of the Dalit people of India to area pastors and churches.

Please pray:• That churches, Sunday school classes and groups

in America catch the vision to partnership with India churches supporting children and pioneer pastors.

• For two new training centers for pioneer pastors being built. Pray for the heavy load these young pastors take on. The teachers and pastors need monthly support.

• That the Indian government will protect the weak and oppressed through enforcing laws already in place.

• As new churches are formed, pray for safety because extremists have attacked the fellowships and their homes.

• For 250 Muslims to be reached with the Gospel in 2014.

To learn more, look up the Dalit website: www.dalitnetwork.org

Written by Don Pedde Discipleship Team writer

If you haven’t heard, Rick Warren (along with some medical doctors) has written a new book. The book is entitled, The Daniel Plan: 40 days to a Healthier Life. Sounds good. Wait a minute… Another “40 days” book by Rick Warren?!? And this one is about diet and exercise?? Hmmmm. I decided I should do some research.

So I read some excerpts on line and then went to the local Christian bookstore to check it out. I have to say, it looks like a good strategy. Here’s what Rick Warren says right at the beginning. The Daniel Plan “is far more than a diet. It is a lifestyle program based on biblical principles.” The book focuses on what Warren calls the five essential components: Faith, Food, Fitness, Focus, and Friends.

How Does Jesus define true spirituality? True spirituality is not religious activity, formulas, or keeping religious rules. It is lived out in life’s key relationships as we love God and love people. So the more important question becomes… How close is your relationship with Jesus Christ? This series based on Romans 12 reveals a relational profile of what it means to be a disciple, as well as a proven pathway to becoming more like Jesus every day. True Spirituality According to Jesus includes the following messages:• What is True Spirituality?• Giving God What He Wants the Most• Getting the Very Best from God• Coming to Grips with the Real You• Experiencing Authentic Community• Overcoming the Evil Aimed At You

Most weight-loss plans include food and fitness tips. Some talk about changing our thinking habits and “triggers” (focus). But Warren says the secret to this plan are the other two elements – Faith and Friends. “Dedicate your body to God [Romans 12:1-2]. Ask for His help, and get involved in a small group of some kind that will support you on your journey. Then start making healthy choices… It’s not rocket science. It’s just good, common sense.”

And if that weren’t clear enough, Warren goes on… “Let me be clear: There is no magic pill, no quick fix, no instant formula, and no shortcut that will make you healthy overnight. You must make wise choices every day.” This course will walk you through some of those wise choices and give very practical help with all the essentials of healthy living. If I haven’t sold you yet, then take it from Dr. Oz: “I witnessed firsthand The Daniel Plan’s impact on personal health. Grab a friend and begin your journey to an all-around healthy lifestyle that’s attainable and sustainable.”

Are you ready for a 40-day challenge? The Daniel Plan will be coming to Fellowship Chapel on Wednesday nights at 7:00pm beginning January 8. Gjeto Kalaj will be leading the group and it is open to everyone.

January 8 - May 21

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Sunday’s at 9:30am in the Gathering Room

January 12 – February 16

according to JESUS by Chip Ingram

Brochures are now available in the Hub.

Rachel Johns 1/1Janet McKenney 1/1Jennifer Peterson 1/1George Turner 1/1Susan Dettloff 1/5Steve Oman 1/6Steve Dettloff 1/8Elisabeth Meyer 1/8Chris Murray 1/10Kelsey Goltz 1/11Karin Burin 1/12Gjeto Kalaj 1/15Jim Cronk 1/17Dina Hanna 1/17Becky Smith 1/17Scott Franz 1/18Betty Gross 1/18

Laura Pedde 1/18Bobby Compton 1/19Tom Reinhard 1/19Bob Leslie 1/20Larry Wickenhiser 1/20Jean Radke 1/21Zach Siefert 1/21Doris Westlake 1/21Krystal Schleeter 1/22Evan Jordan 1/23Alissa Carlson 1/25Carys Compton 1/25Debbie Pummer 1/29James Hanna 1/30Helga Williford 1/30

Teddy & Camille Compton (1/13, 13 yrs.)HaPPy annIversary

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Fellowship Chapel Staff & Leaders

Matt FlemingSenior Pastor

Email: matt@fellowshipchapel.net

G.J. TesarYouth Pastor

Quest: 6th - 8th GradeReal Life - 9th-12th Grade

Email: GJ@fellowshipchapel.net

Julie Kausch, Children’s Ministry Coordinator

Discovery Zone: Kindergarten - 5th GradeEmail: Julie@fellowshipchapel.net

Carla JordanMusic Coordinator

Email: carla@fellowshipchapel.net

Deana HoletonSecretary

Email: secretary@fellowshipchapel.net

Elder BoardEmail: elders@fellowshipchapel.net

Office Phone Number: (586) 264-4692

Office Hours: Tuesday - Friday 8:30am-2:30pm

MOPs is a program designed to offer support to women with young children from infancy to kindergarten. In this challenging and sometimes isolating stage of life, MOPS addresses issues

and offers ideas to strengthen a woman’s home, marriage, children and spirit. Bible study: Tuesday, January 7: 10:00am - 11:15amMonthly Meeting: Tuesday, January 21: 9:15am 11:30am

Childcare is provided!

The College & Career group will meet on January 20 at 7:00pm here at Fellowship in the Meeting Place. This is a relaxed and comfortable

environment to hang out with your friends, ask questions and discuss what’s going on in our lives. We’ll continue to provide dinner at each meeting so come hungry! Please contact Anthony Mulka (mulkaad@hotmail.com) or Kevin Smith (kcsmith19@gmail.com) with any questions.

Any questions about the events or information from above, please contact our Children’s Coordinator, Julie Kausch. Office: 586-264-4692 or email: julie@fellowshipchapel.net.

All articles and/or information for the newsletter must be submitted in writing to the church office by the 15th of each month in order to be considered for the following month’s publication. All submissions will be edited and published as space permits.

Email articles and/or information to secretary@fellowshipchapel.net .

Infants - 5th Grade

The Prime Timers will be meeting on Wednesday, January 8 & 22

at 10:00am here at Fellowship in the Gathering Room. They will fellowship over snacks, watch and discuss Ray Vander Laan’s - “Israel In Bondage: God Heard Their Cry.”

Visit the HUB to sign up or for more information.

Zany Winter OlympicsJoin us on Friday, January 17, 2014 @ 6:30pm as we go for the gold with our own Olympic events. You may not have made the USA Olympic team, but everyone makes the DZ Olympic team! The cost for this event is FREE and is open all kids birth – 5th grade. Registration is required at the children’s registration desk or by emailing: julie@fellowshipchapel.net.

Taking Steps – Parent Night We are committed to partnering with parents so kids can Discover God at church and at home. At our Open House event, we asked parents what they would like to learn to be empowered at home and one of the most requested topics was Creation vs. Evolution. On Wednesday, February 17, 2014 at 7:00pm, we will have our first parent night to learn about evolution, how to talk with your kids about evolution and get your questions answered. There is no cost for this event, but please register at the registration desk or by emailing to julie@fellowshipchapel.net to be sure there is enough seating.

Taking Steps to Discover GodThe Discovery Zone wants to help build an authentic faith in the children. One of our first steps is to provide some fun discussion starters you can use to apply Biblical truths to real life situations when you are together at home. You can sign up to receive an email or text each week that has a discussion starter that relates to the Bible lessons the kids are learning in church. Forms are located at the Registration Desk if you are interested in this resource.

The Gospel Project Family AppIf you are interested, you can get The Gospel Project for Kids Family App that takes kids deeper into each lesson. The Kids App has information for both Preschool and Elementary classes. You purchase the App by quarter and you can access all of the Bible lesson videos, games and key passage verses. We are currently in the Winter 2014 Quarter. $2.99/quarter for the iPad$0.99/quarter for the iPod/iPhone

Coming SoonJanuary 17 – Zany Winter Olympics February 19 – Taking Steps Parent EventMarch 16 – Family Bowling Night

DIsCOver This:What did Micah say God wanted the people to do?Were you right? Check back next month or with Ms. Julie to see if you were correct!DISCOVER the answer from December: King Hezekiah destroyed the bronze snake because the people were worshipping the snake instead of God.

Key Bible Passage for December

Part 4The Christian life is a journey… and we are all at various points along the way. I trust you have been pondering these “catalysts” (thanks to Andy Stanley) that move us along in spiritual growth.

Just a quick review… The first catalyst is Practical Teaching and Preaching. God wants to use His Word in our lives to change us – from the inside out. The second catalyst is Private Disciplines. We need to develop daily spiritual practices including Bible reading/study and prayer to make steps of personal, spiritual growth. The third catalyst is Personal Ministry. Everyone is a “minister” and everyone has a part in “ministry.” Find a place of service and get involved.

The fourth catalyst in growing spiritually is Providential Relationships. God brings people into our lives so that he can accomplish his work in and through us. And many times, we have nothing at all to do with it – thus the word providential. It is amazing to look back and see how God was at work through people and circumstances (that will be that fifth catalyst next month). But what is it about these people? Again, to share Stanley’s thoughts… we hear from God through them or see God in them. Ponder that for a moment. People that God somehow uses to communicate with us right where we are. People that model God’s character for us… and it is obvious. God is at work, and sometimes all we can do is look back and rejoice. But we can do two things: first, be on the look-out for those people that God is trying to use in your life. Second, take time to build some solid relationships with people who are walking with God. Who knows how God will use those people in your life?

Written by Don Pedde Discipleship Team writer

GrowinG our

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It is exciting to think that we have touched people’s lives with the love of Jesus in so many ways in 2014. Perhaps

you used the spoken Word, or prepared a meal, gave money anonymously, or simply said kind words that made someone feel very special. As you fill out your calendar for 2014, we hope that you will save a couple of very important dates. On March 29th Fellowship Chapel will again be participating in a Taste of Hope, an event that helps to support Summerfest. We provided many baskets for the auction, as well as $10 gift cards to local businesses, and we plan to do that again.

That other key date we hope you will reserve on your calendar is Saturday, August 9th , for Summerfest. They both seem a long ways off, but they will be here before we know it. We will have lots of details for you in the coming weeks, but we don’t want you to miss out on these great opportunities to help families in need that live right in our backyard. Last year during Summerfest, we reached out to literally thousands of hurting people with food, clothing, toys, medical help, bicycle repairs, haircuts, prayer, and of course, the message of salvation. Will you plan to set aside these dates and then join us for this outreach opportunity? Be sure to listen for further details.

Written by Mike Legato Team Compassion writer

ALPHA COURSE COMING SOON! All of us have acquaintances that don’t enjoy a relationship with the living Christ. This is a great opportunity for you to invite that friend to “dinner and a conversation”. I promise you a very relaxed, non-threatening place for them to come and explore what faith can mean on a daily basis. We’ll start with a kick-off banquet on Wednesday, February 19th, at 7:00 pm, and then meet each week until April 9th. You can find flyers in the hub to hand out as you invite your friends. Be sure to let them know that we’ll have dinner together each week and child care provided if they need it. I am looking forward to meeting new friends. Will you bring them?

Written by Mike Legato Team Compassion writer