STAGE 3. PREPARING FOR THE CLIMB
Sanctuary, Chapel, Room 12, LibraryWhat are the resources and capabilities we need? In the third week of our Vision Summit Series we prepare for the climb by taking inventory of the resources and capabilities we need to realize God's preferred future for our congregation. Deuteronomy 34:9-12 gives us direction. Those reading Scrappy Church are asked to complete chapter 3…
Talkback: Sermon Review and Discussion
Chapel 111 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI, United StatesThis flexible group requires you to pay attention and maybe make some notes about the sermon of the day. Then it’s simply time to share and discuss. Come when it fits your Sunday schedule and enjoy good conversation in a safe, caring environment.
XYZ at THE RAT PACK LOUNGE
The next XYZ outing will take place at Cornwell's Turkeyville for the matinee showing of The Rat Pack Lounge. We will depart the church at 11:15a.m. The cost is $42. If you want to join us, contact the church office to make your reservation by September 13 and pay by September 25.
STAGE 4. STAGING THE CLIMB
Sanctuary, Chapel, Room 12, LibraryHow do we measure success? As we enter the fourth stage of our Vision Summit Series, we look to 1 Corinthians 4:1 - 5 to stage the climb. But how will we measure our success at achieving God's preferred future for our congregation? Those reading the book Scrappy Church will want to complete Chapter 4…
Talkback: Sermon Review and Discussion
Chapel 111 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI, United StatesThis flexible group requires you to pay attention and maybe make some notes about the sermon of the day. Then it’s simply time to share and discuss. Come when it fits your Sunday schedule and enjoy good conversation in a safe, caring environment.
STAGE 5. REACHING BASE CAMP
What is our motivation? In the fifth stage of our vision summit series we ask what is our motivation and what are we willing to do to help make this happen? Acts 10:9-23 is scripture to guide our thinking. In preparation, members are encouraged to read Chapter 5 "Scrappy Churches Close the Back Door" from…
Talkback: Sermon Review and Discussion
Chapel 111 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI, United StatesThis flexible group requires you to pay attention and maybe make some notes about the sermon of the day. Then it’s simply time to share and discuss. Come when it fits your Sunday schedule and enjoy good conversation in a safe, caring environment.
STAGE 6. ATTAINING THE SUMMIT
Sanctuary and Fellowship HallNow what? When you reach the summit you are only half way there! As we move to conclude our Vision Summit, members are encouraged to read Matthew 17:1-20 and Chapter 6 "The Next Scrappy Church" from the Scrappy Church book. Following worship, there will be a Congregational Forum in Fellowship Hall. It is important that…
Congregational Forum
Members and friends of First Presbyterian Church are invited to a forum at 11:15 a.m. on Sunday, October 20 to be held on the lower level in Fellowship Hall. Refreshments will be provided. We will discuss the Vision Summit Series, report the results of the Summit Survey, hear feedback from the small group discussion leaders,…
Talkback: Sermon Review and Discussion
Chapel 111 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI, United StatesThis flexible group requires you to pay attention and maybe make some notes about the sermon of the day. Then it’s simply time to share and discuss. Come when it fits your Sunday schedule and enjoy good conversation in a safe, caring environment.