March Highlights

SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP SERVICES

Everyone welcome.

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 social distancing needed. Livestream broadcast is at 9:30 with a rebroadcast at 11. You can watch it at college-church.org/livestream

Prophet of Hope: Zechariah MARCH 6: Prophet of Hope: Zechariah, Zechariah 5:1-4

MARCH 13: Prophet of Hope: Zechariah, Zechariah 8:1-23

MARCH 20: TBD

MARCH 27: TBD

SUNDAY EVENING WORSHIP SERVICES

Everyone welcome.5 p.m. in Commons Hall

MARCH 6: Pastor Moody—”How Can We Foster Real Community?” in the Sanctuary at 5 p.m. and Community Celebration ice cream Sunday in Commons Hall.

MARCH 13: Titus 2:11-15, Pastor Ben PannerMARCH 20: Titus 3:1-2, Pastor Dan Hiben

MARCH 27: Titus 3:3-7, Pastoral Resident Michael Walker

ADULT COMMUNITIES

All meet during the 9:30 hour.

ALL NATIONS in C101

Jim Tebbe looking at God’s mission—Book of Acts

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

FORUM 15 in CL01

David Fetzer is leading the community in a study of Proverbs: Gaining the Wisdom Needed for Living God’s Way. Bruce Main will begin a study on the Life of Christ in April.

GREEK CLASS in the Board Room

Jon Laansma (1 John) 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 Hall C104F

Variety of topics—Special speakers

LIFE TOGETHER COMUNITY (NEW) in Commons Gym

Life Together is a group for people desiring authentic biblical community. All adults, ages 25–40, are welcome, including those who are single, married, widowed or divorced. Join us for a time of fellowship, teaching, discussion and prayer.

LOGOS in Commons Hall C104E

Dan Haase and Dave Setran teaching Paul’s letter to the Philippians

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

LIVING WORD in Commons Hall C104 A&C

Doug Moo/Josh Maurer teaching the Book of Hebrews

VERITAS in Commons Hall C104 B&D

Neil Wright teaching the Book of Revelation— Young parents are welcome!

WOMEN’S MINISTRIES

WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY

Bible Study on Wednesdays in the Commons (9:30- 11 a.m. or 6:45 - 8:15 p.m.) as we study the Beatitudes together (Matthew 5:1-12).

MOM2MOM

MARCH 7: Large Group Gathering at 9:30 a.m. in Commons Hall

MARCH 14: Gym Playdate at 9:30 a.m. in the Old Gym

MARCH 21: Book Club at 7 p.m. in the Fireside Area (chapters 7-8 of First Ask Why by Shelly Wildman)

MARCH 28: Gym Playdate at 9:30 a.m. in the Old Gym

MONTHLY GATHERING

MARCH 12: Join us at 9 a.m. in Commons Hall as we seek to focus our gaze on the eternal hope we have in Christ and see how the hope of heaven can change how we live today.

MEN’S MINISTRIES

MEN’S BIBLE STUDY

Bible Study on Wednesdays at 6:45 - 8:15 p.m. in the Commons C002A–C002B as we continue our study of 1 Peter 4.

MEN’S GATHERING

Saturday, March 12 in the Commons at 7:30 a.m.

• Breakfast

• Worship

• Testimonials

• Devotional

FATHER AND CHILD ADVENTURE DAY

Saturday, March 5, in the Commons Gym at 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and then in the Commons Hall for lunch. Our Father and Child Adventure Day will give dads (or father-figures) and their kids the opportunity to have fun, strengthen their relationships and create memories to last a lifetime. We’ll have tomahawk, crossbows, aerial archery, compound bows--and lunch for everyone!

COST: Dad: $30; first child: $30; $15 for each additional child includes a Box lunch. Gluten free and vegetarian options available. Waiver form is required.

CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

GROUNDS DAY: Saturday, April 9 (Rain Date on April 16) Meet at 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Commons for refreshments and assignments for the spring clean-up around the church grounds. Bring a pair of gloves. Tools provided. Please register at: college-church.org/events

MISSIONS EVENTS

MULTI-NATIONS FELLOWSHIP

on March 5 and April 9 in the Commons at 4 p.m.

KEENAGERS

Students from Wheaton College Conservatory will be sharing the gift of music with us. Bethany Ray, junior in vocal performance, accompanied by Alissa Cox, piano and Kalie Foxwell, senior in piano performance.

This gathering for Keenagers (senior adults) is Friday, March 25, at 5:30 p.m. in the Commons. We begin with punch and fellowship, followed by dinner at 6, and finish with this musical presentation. Reservations (or cancellations) must be made by Tuesday, March 22. Meeting fee is $10 per person. Kindly RSVP by calling the church at (630) 668-0878 or emailing Keenagers@college-church.org.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES (KIDS’ HARBOR)

SUNDAYS

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

Bible School (preschool-fifth 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.

Preschool at 5 p.m.

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

WEDNESDAYS

Wednesday club programs at 6:45 p.m.

MIDDLE SCHOOL (KMS)

KMS WEDNESDAY: 6:45 p.m. in the KMs room

KMS WINTER RETREAT: March 11-13 at Phantom Ranch Bible Camp, Mukwonaga, WI. Registration closes March 6

HIGH SCHOOL (HYACKS)

SUNDAY RHYTHMS: Sunday Mornings at 9:30 a.m. in the Crossings

SUNDAY SLAM: None (March 27 Spring Break, no Sunday SLAM)

SLAM GROUPS: March 6 and March 20, both at 6:45 p.m. at homes

HYACKS SPRING RETREAT: March 11-13 at Dickson Valley, Newark, IL. Registration closes March 6

COLLEGE GROUP

NO SUNDAY COLLEGE GROUP: March 6 and March 13

COLLEGE CONNECT: March 20 in the Commons at 10:45 AM

SUNDAY MORNING: 10:45 a.m. in the Commons

HOME GROUPS: Monday-Wednesday at 7 p.m. in homes

STARS

SUNDAYS

INCLUSION CLASSES at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m.

TEEN STARS at 9:30 a.m.

YOUNG ADULT/ADULT/MULTI-GENERATIONAL at 9:30 a.m.

YOUNG ADULT/ADULT is currently suspended at 11 a.m.

STARS CHOIR from, 5-6:15 p.m. Not meeting on March 27.

DURING THE WEEK

PRAISE IN ACTION & STARS CHOIR: Wednesdays, 6:45-8:15 p.m. Not meeting on March 9 and 30.

FRIDAY NIGHT FUN: Square Dance on Friday, March 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

BUDDY BREAK: Square Dance on Friday, March 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

PRAYER GATHERINGS ONLINE & IN PERSON

Call the church office or email info@college-church.org for details on these prayer meetings.

Monday Morning Prayer

6:15-7:15 a.m. Board Room

Wednesday Night Prayer

(Zoom only) 7-8 p.m. Led by the Missions Office

MARCH 2: Repeat Boutique/Linda Murphy

MARCH 9: Tammy Lundell

MARCH 16: Anita Deyneka

MARCH 23: John Maust

MARCH 30: Heather Owens

HANNAH PRAYER FELLOWSHIP

will meet on Wednesday, March 9, at 1:30 p.m. in C101 in the Commons. Join the group as it hears an update from one of our missionaries and then spends time in prayer.

DORCAS PRAYER FELLOWSHIP

will meet on Wednesday, March 23 (note change from usual third Wednesday), at 1:30 in The Upper Deck at Covenant Living at Windsor Park. Our speaker will be Giles Davis, telling about the work he and Debbie do in Spain. Men and women are welcome.

AARON-HUR PRAYER FELLOWSHIP

Aaron-Hur Fellowship will meet on Thursday, March 24, at 7 p.m. at the home of Everett and Marcelyn Peterson, 127 Westminster Drive in Carol Stream (630) 784-0569. Our guests will be Jake and Honah Finn, serving in Thailand.

Our Prayer Pulse email goes out every Monday. You can get prayer updates via that email. Sign up by clicking “Enews signup” on our website. If you already receive other emails from College Church, click “manage my preferences” at the bottom of any email and select Prayer Pulse to add yourself.