We are so glad you’ve chosen to worship with us today!
w eL o M e
June 5, 2011
New to AAC? Stop at the Welcome Center in the narthex. We have a gift we’d like to give you. You’ll meet people who can tell you about our church and how to get connected.
EVENTS/Announcements AAC’s Annual Sermon CD Sale is Today During All Services All sermon CDs, except for the current series, are on sale at the Info Center for $1. Second Half Seniors: Bible Breakfast
Join us Wednesday, June 8 from 8:00-9:30 a.m. at the Machine Shed Restaurant in Appleton as we study the book of Acts. Bring your Bible. Cost for breakfast is $6.
Reduced Price Tickets for 2011 Women of Faith “Imagine” Conference in Milw. September 30-October 1 | Available through AAC Women’s Ministries for $89
Tickets are available until July 20 and must be purchased at AAC’s office or online at www.bit.ly/WOF2011 Questions? Email Brooke at bbickert@appletonalliance.org
Easter Seals Clothing Donation Drive: Sunday, June 12 We will accept used clothes, shoes, and linens in any condition on June 12. Proceeds
provide vital services for kids and adults with disabilities in the Fox Valley.
Second Half Seniors: Love Packages Mission Trip June 21-24 | Butler, IL | Cost: $300 per person (double occupancy) | Register by 6/13
We will help sort and package Bibles and recycled literature for people around the world! Get info and register at the Info Desk or online at www.bit.ly/lovepkgs
Marriage Mentoring
Marriage Mentoring is a couple-to-couple program designed to help strengthen and grow marriages. For more details, contact Pastor Bill Barwis at 920-968-0700, Ext. 116.
Attention all Medical Personnel and Sworn Police Officers!
We’re looking to grow our volunteer team that covers Sunday services/events at AAC and need your help! Please join us for a meeting on Sunday, June 12 following the 11:00 a.m. service in room C108. Questions? Contact Ann Taake at aaannarie@gmail.com
In Harm’s Way Please keep SPC Paul Ables, SSGT Travis Ball, PFC Jeremy Hanson, SPC Michael
Makeever, PFC Tanna Mayer, SSGT Calvin Stammer, 1LT Matt Stohr, and all service men and women in prayer as they serve our country overseas.
2693 W Grand Chute Blvd, Appleton, WI 54913 | 920•968•0700 | www.appletonalliance.org www.facebook.com/appletonalliance | Sunday Services: 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 a.m. / 5:00 p.m.
A MESSAGE FROM REV. DENNIS EPISCOPO
2011 Survey Results
Here’s a sampling of the results of the Congregational Survey we took recently. There were 1826 responses: 1. We appear to be an “alliance” of people coming from different religious back- grounds. 41% from Roman Catholic backgrounds. 22% from Lutheran, 8% from Baptist, 6% from Methodist, 5% from Assembly of God, 3% Presbyterian, and a mix of other denominations. 2. 55% of our attendees have come to AAC in the last 5 years. 3. Almost 40% of our church is 39 years-old or younger, with the largest age group of people in their 40’s (27%). 4. 98% of you said that the Worship Service helps you connect with God and 98% also said that the sermons are practical and can be applied to your life. 5. 60% of you read your Bible consistently (daily). 6. 49% tithe to God’s work. 7. 81% said that AAC is a “safe place” to honestly and openly share issues about life. 8. 68% actively share their faith with others and 79% seek to help people in our community. Jesus “living in us” makes this place what it is. To Him be the glory!
“Connecting People with God and One Another”
SERMON/Notes There’s an App for That — Part I “Taming My Tongue” REV. DENNIS EPISCOPO 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 a.m. / 5:00 p.m. Proverbs 13:3 Proverbs 10:19 James 1:19 Proverbs 20:25 Ecclesiastes 10:12-14 Proverbs 17:20 Proverbs 24:26 James 3:7-8
Children Parenting with a Purpose Workshop
Discovery Land
Wednesday, June 8 | 6:00-8:00 p.m. | Boiling Point | Free Find out how to make God’s Word a priority in your home and create spiritual conversations with your kids. Presented by Awana’s Larry Fowler, the author of Rock-Solid Kids and Raising a Modern Joseph. Childcare is available by reservation, however, today is the deadline to purchase childcare tickets at the DL Info Booth for $2 per child.
Students
Senior High Summer Gathering
Wednesdays, June 8-August 10 | 7:00-9:00 p.m. For students going into 9-12 grade | No registration Duehring Home | 318 E McArthur St, Appleton Connect with God and others. Join us for a time of Bible teaching and fun activities including games, swimming, dodgeball, and trampoline jumping. Please wear a modest swimsuit if you plan to swim. If you have questions call Pastor Jesse at 920-931-1133.
Adults Xcel Summer Golf Tournament Series June 25, July 29, or September 17
To participate in any in the series, stop by the Info Center or register online at www.bit.ly/GOLFtourney
Farewell to Pastor Jesse Today is Communion Sunday
AAC serves grape juice instead of wine. Please see an usher or deaconess before the service if you would like a gluten-free cracker.
Pastor Jesse Rhodes will be leaving us June 30 to join Pastor Ben Stewart in the Madison church planting effort. Jesse and Lindsey will be in the Boiling Point today from 9:00 a.m.-noon for those who would like to wish them well and thank them for their ministry.
Connections
Copies of sermons are available for purchase at the Information Center or can be downloaded from www.aacpodcast.com at no cost.
So that everyone is able to focus on the service, we want parents to know there is a room nearby where you can view the service with restless children. Should you wish to take your child(ren) there, any usher can direct you. Discovery Land nurseries are also available. Thank you for your kind consideration.
Next AAC Adult Baptism is Sunday, July 24
If you are interested in being baptized, you must attend the Baptism Class on June 16 at 6:00 p.m. in D118/120. Please register online at www.bit.ly/adultbaptism
Newcomer Reception: June 21 at 6:00 p.m.
If you’re new to AAC, join us for coffee and dessert, meet a few staff members, and learn about our ministies. Childcare is not provided. Please register at the Info Center or online at www.bit.ly/newrecept