October 2021 Connections

Sunday Morning Services

Feel free to invite people to worship with us. Join us at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m. Masks and social distancing required for 8 a.m. Mask-optional services at 9:30 and 11 with no registration or social distancing needed. Livestream broadcast is at 9:30 with a rebroadcast at 11. You can watch it at college-church.org/livestream

• October 3 Spiritual Warfare—“The Sword of the Spirit” Ephesians 6:17 with Senior Pastor Josh Moody and Communion

• October 10 Missions and Community Outreach Festival: The Christ Centered Mission (global) Dr. Gregory L. Nichols preaching

• October 17 Missions and Community Outreach Festival: The Christ Centered Mission (local) Dr. R. Albert Mohler preaching

• October 24 Spiritual Warfare—“Praying in the Spirit” Ephesians 6:18-20 with Senior Pastor Josh Moody

• October 31 TBD

Sunday Evening Service

5 p.m. services in the Sanctuary or Commons as indicated week by week.

• October 3 Community Celebration in the Sanctuary. Senior Pastor Josh Moody preaching. Chili Cookoff in the Commons immediately following the evening service.

• October 10 Missions and Community Outreach Festival Commons Hall

• October 17 Missions and Community Outreach Festival Commons Hall

• October 24 Exodus 15:22-18:27, Pastor Baxter Helm preaching

• October 31 Exodus 19-20, Pastor Dan Hiben preaching

Adult Communities

Meet during the 9:30 hour.

ALL NATIONS in C101

Jim Tebbe teaching the Book of Ruth

Focus: Developing globally minded Christians through teaching, discussion and fellowship for the purpose of gospel impact.

CREDO in the old gym

11 a.m. Dan Godoy teaching the Heidelberg Catechism

FORUM 15 in CL01

Bruce Main teaching the Book of Judges

GREEK CLASS in the Board Room

Jon Laansma (knowledge of Greek is not required for this class.)

Focus: People of any age and background coming together to listen faithfully to God's Word through discussion of the original Greek wording.

JOINT HEIRS in Commons Gym

Michael Walker teaching the Sermon on the Mount

LOGOS in Commons Hall

Dan Haase teaching the Psalms of Jesus

Focus: Strengthening knowledge of and relationship with God through interactive Bible teaching. Strong emphasis on building fellowship through weekly share and prayer time and social events.

LIVING WORD in Commons Hall

Doug Moo teaching the Book of Hebrews

Visitors Lunch

Are you new to College Church? If so, come to a casual lunch in the Narthex (the Sanctuary Lobby) catered by Jason’s Deli on Sunday, October 10, at noon. Lunch is on us! Come and meet pastors and staff, learn about College Church and find out how you can get involved. Help us plan by checking the box on the online connect panel, or by emailing welcome@college-church.org.

Fall Book Group

This year’s book: Confronting Injustice Without Compromising Truth

Join us Monday nights for our fall book discussion. We’ll meet in the Commons at 7 p.m. Book group meeting: October 4, 18, 25, November 8. For more information email outreach@college-church.org

Grace Groups

Mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety and other problems with mood stability are real and need compassionate support. Living Grace and Family Grace are support groups that will meet approximately twice a month on Monday nights from 7-8:30 p.m. Living Grace is meant for the person who is living with the pain of difficult mental and emotional issues; Family Grace is for the person who has a loved one who struggles with these issues. For the schedule and more information, check the appropriate box on the online connect panel, or email gracegroups@college-church.org.

GriefShare

Despite it being part of life, death is never easy. It hurts to lose someone, and it may be hard to feel optimistic about the future. GriefShare is a 13-week class which features video seminars with experts, focused group discussions and personal study and reflection that can help you face your challenges and move toward rebuilding your life.

GriefShare meets at College Church on Mondays at 7-8:30 p.m. You are welcome to begin attending GriefShare on any week. Each session is "self-contained," so you do not have to attend in sequence. You will find encouragement and help whenever you begin. For registration info, contact Christy at griefshare@college-church.org, or call (630) 668-0878.

Christianity Explored

Meets in the Commons, also available via Zoom

Discover what our faith is all about on Saturdays at 10 a.m. in C005.

Wednesdays at 2 p.m., October 6-November 11 at COD Starbucks in the student Resource Center.

Multi-Nations Fellowship

Meets in the Commons Saturday, October 9 at 4:00 p.m.

Membership

Join us October 3, 10, 17 and 24 in the fireside area at 9:30 a.m. to find out more about College Church and to explore pursuing membership.

55+ Keenagers

Meets in the Commons

On Friday, October 22, join us as we travel to Israel through Marr Miller's photography that captures the sights and beauty of that ancient land. Before the program, the evening begins at 5:30 p.m. with punch and fellowship, followed by a delicious dinner at 6 p.m. Cost is $10. Email Keenagers@college-church.org to RSVP.

Women’s Ministries

MONTHLY GATHERING

October 2 in Commons Hall from 9 to10:30 a.m.

MOM2MOM

• October 4, 9:30 a.m. Large Group Gathering in Commons Hall, Topic: What's Your Calling as a Mom?, childcare provided

• October 11, 9:30 a.m. Briar Knoll Park in Wheaton

• October 18, 7:30 p.m. Book Discussion in the Fireside Area

• October 25, 9:30 a.m. Gym Play Date at College Church

BIBLE STUDY

The Storyline of the Bible.

Wednesday mornings: 9:30-11 a.m.

Wednesday evenings: 6:45-8:15 p.m.

It's not too late! Are you interested in joining Women's Bible Study this semester, or adding your children to our childcare wait list? Please email us at women@college-church.org or reach out to Mary DeMoss at (630) 668-0878.

Children’s Ministries

SUNDAYS

• Nursery (0-2) at 8, 9:30 and 11 a.m.

• Bible School (preschool-5th grade) at 9:30 a.m.

• Wonders of Worship “WOW” (K-third grade) during second half of 11 a.m. service

• Children’s Church (preschool) at 11 a.m.

• Nursery and Preschool at 5 pm.

• God’s Children Sing and Children’s Choirs at 5 p.m.

WEDNESDAYS

Wednesday club programs at 6:45 p.m.

SPECIAL EVENTS

• October 16 Global Games—a family Olympics event in the Commons Parking Lot, 10-11:30 a.m. $10 per family.

• October 25 Show Them Jesus—a night of encouragement with Jack Klumpenhower, the author of Show Them Jesus, for all those who work with, live with and love children. The evening begins at 6 p.m. and includes two sessions. Register at www.my.college-church.org/events/kidsharbor

Middle School (KMs)

SUNDAYS

Foundations (CL02) 9:30-10:30 a.m.

WEDNESDAYS

Large-group gathering (CL02) 6:45-8:15 p.m.

SPECIAL EVENT

• October 8-10 Fall Retreat at Dickson Valley

• October 30 Fall Clean-up day. Details to come.

High School (HYACKS)

SUNDAYS

Rhythms on Sunday mornings at 9:30 a.m. at the Crossings.No Sunday Slam on October 31.

WEDNESDAYS

Bridge Fellowship on Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m. at the Crossings.

SPECIAL EVENT

• Registration for HYACKs fall retreat registration opened on October 1. The retreat will be November 5-7 at Dickson Valley Camp.

• AMT Hunt, October 17, 3-5 p.m. at the Crossings.

College Group

COLLEGE CONNECT

Sunday, October 3, at 10:45 a.m. in the tent.Other Sundays: College Group meets at 10:45 in the tent until further notice

HOME GROUPS

Meeting Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday at different homes at 7 p.m.

Men’s Ministries

BIBLE STUDY

1 Peter at 6:45-8 p.m., Wednesdays in the Commons (C002A-B)

STARS

• In-person Sunday morning classes at 9:30-10:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Commons Tunnel Level

• Choir at 5-6:15 p.m., Sundays in the Commons Tunnel Level

• Praise in Action at 6:45-8:15 p.m., Wednesdays in the Sanctuary Building

• Buddy Break at 6:30-8:30 p.m., October 1, Commons Tunnel Level

• Friday Night Fun at 6:30-8:30 p.m., October 1, Commons Gym Level