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General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Worship Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Linger and Dine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Learn About the Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Ministry Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Sermons Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Email, Social Media & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Financial Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Children’s Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Weekday Child Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Special Children’s Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Junior High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Senior High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Community Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Singles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Men . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Senior Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Quick Guide to Adult Classes, Groups and Bible Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Care and Encouragement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Counseling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Divorce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Subsidiary Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Volunteer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Missions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Assistance & Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Church Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 1
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General Information Worship Services
App
Sunday morning services
The Madison Park Church of God app is available in the App Store and Google Play. Sermon notes, Scripture Reference links, Events and more are available. Be sure to search for Madison Park Church of God.
9am and 11am – Main Auditorium Our 9am worship service is a blend of traditional and contemporary music, featuring the Voices of Praise choir, and biblically grounded messages. Our 11am service features the same messages, but the music is more contemporary. • Listening enhancement devices are available at Grand Central. • Listen online at MadisonParkChurch.org. • Sermon Notes and Scriptures are available on the MPC APP • CDs may be ordered at the Grand Central. Cost: $3.00.
Linger and Dine
Sermons Online audio/video recordings
MP3s and videos of the weekly sermons can be found online at MadisonParkChurch.org/media.
Email, Social Media & More Email Groups
Holy Grounds
For the latest MPC news and events information and articles, subscribe to the bi-weekly email. Don’t email? Ask about our regular newsletter mailing. Contact the Church Office or sign up online at MadisonParkChurch.org.
Hospitality Room
Several MPC staff and ministries can be found on Twitter and Facebook. Find a comprehensive list of links at www.MadisonParkChurch.org/social.
Sundays from 8:30-11:30am The Commons Holy Grounds serves gourmet coffee, specialty drinks, assorted pastries, and more. Proceeds benefit missions at home and abroad. Before and After Worship Services Located off The Commons and the Crossroads Lobby Stop by and say “hello” to members of the church staff, after worship services. There’s no pressure. No fuss!
Lighthouse Café
Wednesdays from 5:00-6:30pm The Commons The Lighthouse Café offers freshly prepared meals including a minisalad bar. Children’s options are available. See menu in Threads newsletter or at MadisonParkChurch.org. Cost: Adults-$7, Children and students with ID-$5. Maximum of $25 up to 7 people, $5 per each additional person.
Learn About the Church Explore Madison Park
Explore Madison Park provides the essential information you need to know before calling Madison Park Church home. The class answers questions such as who we are, what we believe, and our church membership process in a relaxed, fun, and interactive format. You will meet others who are also on the journey of getting connected at Madison Park. The class is offered several times a year. Watch for upcoming dates on MadisonParkChurch.org or call the Church Office. Contact: Shelly Stottlemyer, Connections Pastor
Ministry Locations Madison Park
6607 Providence Drive Anderson, IN 46013
Cross Street Center
2200 Madison Square Anderson, IN 46011
Broadway Ministry Center
1400 N. Broadway Anderson, IN 46012
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Social Media
Text messages
Receive text updates from various MPC ministries. To sign-up, text the associated keyword to 313131. Standard text message rates apply.
MINISTRY KEYWORD
Children’s Ministries Junior High Students Senior High Students
mpcTRAKs mpcIMPACT mpcIGNITE
USPS Mailings
Receive postcard reminders of event calendars from various ministries. Contact the Church Office to request a ministry mailing.
Financial Support Ways to Give
Madison Park Church operates on the generous contributions of churchgoers. Thinking about giving? There are several ways to do so: • Give during the offering in the worship service. • Drop-off your check at the Church Office. • Place your check in the secure drop box in The Commons. See Grand Central for assistance. • Mail your check to: Madison Park Church of God, P.O. Box 2479, Anderson, IN 46018-2479. • Direct withdrawal. Available at no charge. Contact Calvin Pleninger at the Church Office for assistance. • Online Giving consists of two services: Smart Giving and Smart Payments. Go to madisonparkchurch.or/give • Texting: Simply text GIVE to 765-810-0765 and follow the instructions.
Children Children’s Church Infant & Toddler Care
Special Classes Baptism Class
Sundays, 9:00am and 11:00am – Children’s Center Wednesdays, 6:30pm – Children’s Center MPC’s nursery provides loving care for little ones and introduces them to Jesus through Bible stories. Pagers for parents/caregivers are available. Contact: Christi Maidlow, Children’s Ministries Pastor.
Students in grades 3 through 5, who have made a personal decision to follow Christ, are invited to participate in this five-week class. Parents are asked to attend the final session. Class size is limited. For more information and to reserve a spot in the class, contact Christi Maidlow, Children’s Ministries Pastor.
Sundays, 9:00am and 11:00am – Children’s Center Wednesdays, 6:30pm – Children’s Center Children in grades K-5 enjoy creative Bible lessons, skits, videos, storytelling, and high energy music in a large group setting and then dismiss to small groups where they learn real life application of the lessons. Bible stories, memory verses and music fill our preschooler lessons, as young children begin to develop a foundation for their relationship with Jesus. Contact: Christi Maidlow, Children’s Ministries Pastor.
Thursdays, 6:30pm , Room 193 A 13-week class for children ages 5-12 of divorced parents. Kids with divorced or separated parents often feel alone, helpless, scared, sad and confused. Divorce Care for Kids provides a safe and neutral place to help kids recognize and learn to share their feelings and heal from the pain caused by a separation or divorce. The program includes a separate adult Divorce Care at 6:30 in Room 190. Register online at DivorceCare.org or sign up in The Commons. Contact: Karen Roberts at (765) 387-0361.
Children’s Programs
QUEST - WEDNESDAY
6:30-8:00 - Children’s Center A five-week journey allowing preschool and elementary age children to uncover and discover a significant person, event and/or principle from the Bible. A thematic approach with multi-disciplinary teaching will actively engage and excite the children. Each 5-week Quest will culminate with a family service on week five. Contact: Christi Maidlow, Children’s Ministries Pastor. .
Divorce Care for Kids - DC4K
Weekday Child Care
MPC’s child care ministry for children ages six weeks through kindergarten.
Kids Learning Station
Weekdays from 6:30am-6:00pm Madison Park Site (6607 Providence Drive) Contact: Karen Billey, kbilley@MadisonParkChurch.org, (765) 646-1610.
North Kids
Weekdays from 6:30am-6:00pm Cross Street Center (2200 Madison Square) Contact: Tracy Jones at (765) 642-6379
Students Student Leadership Teams
Junior High and Senior High Student Leadership Teams gather monthly to provide feedback, inspiration and ideas for programs and events.
Ministry Teams
Students who have a heart for service will enjoy participating on one of the ministry teams: Welcome Teams, Worship and Tech Teams. Contacts: JJ Perry, Junior High Ministries Pastor and Eric Reeder, Senior High Ministries Pastor.
Junior High Impact—Sunday
10:45am – Crossroads Auditorium Junior High students meet for a high-energy, authentic and relevant worship service. Contact: JJ Perry, Junior High Ministries Pastor.
Senior High Ignite—WEdnesday
6:00-8:00pm – Crossroads Auditorium Senior High students meet for a worship service filled with Bible based teaching and opportunities to grow in their faith, their relationship with God, and friends. Students break into grade and gender small group discussion led by adult leaders; a great chance to dig deep into scripture. Contact: Eric Reeder, Senior High Ministries Pastor.
IGNITE—Sunday
9:00am – Room 180 Open to all students in grades 9-12. This small group Bible study/ discussion is a great chance to grow in God and connect with others. Contact: Eric Reeder, Senior High Ministries Pastor.
Impact—WEdnesday
6:30-7:45pm – Room 176, (except June–July, 6:00pm–7:45pm) Junior High students breakdown into grade and gender small groups for deeper discussion and opportunities to build friendships with peers. Contact: JJ Perry, Junior High Ministries Pastor.
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Adults Alphabetical List See also, Page 6 for Quick Guide list.
Bible Time
Wednesdays, 6:30pm – Hospitality Room Enjoy a good meal with friends in The Commons then stay an hour longer to learn more of God’s Word!
Celebrate Recovery
Fridays from 7:00-10:00pm at Scatterfield Ministry Site Explores eight principles, based on the teaching of Jesus, that help bring real live changes, provide healing from hurts accumulated over a lifetime and freedom from destructive behaviors. Childcare available. Contact: Randy Pierce at (765) 639-1656.
Christian Growth 10:45am – Room 182 Studies of the scriptures, historical understanding from the church at large, including the Church of God Movement, and practical application for life today. Open to all ages. Instructor: Jerry Sipe. Discipleship Essentials - Sunday Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Sundays, 9:00am Jesus’ own pattern of disciple-making was to be intimately involved with others and allow life to rub against life. The workbook designed for this class will help you follow this pattern Jesus drew for us. Working through it will deepen your knowledge of essential Christian teaching and strengthen your faith. Study Guides available. Instructors: Cherie and Phil Averitt, Annie and Jon Nichols.
Discipleship Essentials - Wednesday Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Wednesdays, 6:30pm Jesus’ own pattern of disciple-making was to be intimately involved with others and allow life to rub against life. The workbook designed for this class will help you follow this pattern Jesus drew for us. Working through it will deepen your knowledge of essential Christian teaching and strengthen your faith. Study Guides available. Instructors: Robert and Tami Curts, Gary and Kathy Wessel.
Divorce Care Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Thursdays, 6:30pm – Room 192 DivorceCare is a 13-week class and support group for people who are separated or divorced. A place to be around people who understand what you are feeling and hear valuable information about ways to heal from the hurt of divorce. Contact: Darlene Pease at darpease@aol. com Divorce Care For Kids (DC4K)
Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Thursdays, 6:30pm – Room 193 A 13-week class for children ages 5-12 of separated or divorced parents. Divorce Care for Kids provides a safe and neutral place to help kids recognize and learn to share their feelings and heal from the pain caused by separation or divorce. Instructor: Contact: Karen Roberts at (765) 387-0361.
financial peace university
Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Wednesdays, 6:00pm Powerful. Enlightening. Fun. Weekly video lessons and sisussion groups. Dave Ramsey has a teaching style that is simple and easy to understand. He will change the way you think about money. Register and order kit online at DaveRamsey.com. Contact:Jackie Corn at the Church Office, jcorn@madisonparkchurch.org.
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fresh start
Sundays, 9:00am - Room 181 New to Madison Park or just starting on your faith journey? Be sure to include this 10-week class in your church experience. Fresh Start is a “back-to-the-basics” class dealing with the foundational beliefs of our faith. If you’re new to faith, have questions, or just need a Spiritual “tune-up” this class is for you. Instructors: Cal Bloom and George Nalywaiko.
HopeKeepers
First Tuesday of each month at 1pm Pendleton Community Public Library, Study Room For individuals coping with chronic illness and pain. Does your condition keep you from enjoying life? Then this time together may be just for you. Family members are also encouraged to attend. Instructor: Linda Teeple, lindyteep@yahoo.com or (765) 378-7838.
J.O.Y. (Just Older Youth)
Meets March - November Third Thursday Monthly at Noon – Scatterfield Ministries Center Open to all senior adults 55+! Come enjoy a pitch-in-lunch, fellowship and special speakers. Contact: Jackie Corn at the Church Office, jcorn@ madisonparkchurch.org.
Learning to pray like jesus
Wednesdays, 6:30pm – Room 179 Explore the teachings and practice of prayer in the life of Jesus and experience it in your own life. Contact: Shelly Short, mjshort1127@gmail. com.
Men of Madison Park -Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Wednesdays, 6:30pm Small group Bible study for men of all ages. Instructor: John Wendt Men’s Monday Night Bible Study
Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm – Room 182 A small group Bible study for men of all ages. Contact: Jeff Seulean at seulean84@sbcglobal.net or (765) 643-9233.
Men’s Tuesday Evening Bible Study and Prayer
Tuesdays 6:30 - 8:00pm in Room 182 This Tuesday evening Men’s Bible Study will concentrate on basic Bible doctrines and principles. Class will begin with 15 minutes of prayer time focusing on a established men’s prayer list as a guideline. A time of Bible study for approximately 45 minutes will follow. After Bible study, we will have approximately 30 minutes for questions and fellowship. Those attending are encouraged to bring their Bible, a pen and a notepad and are welcome to bring their own coffee mug or bottle of water, etc. as refreshments will not be provided. Facilitator: Jeff Maidlow. Contact:J ackie Corn at the Church Office, jcorn@ madisonparkchurch.org.
MPJ1:27 (Madison Park James 1:27)
Second Saturday of every month, 7:00am-8:00am – Rooms 175/177 MPJ1:27 is an outreach ministry for men with a simple model of ministry to widows, widowers, single mothers and others in distress in our church and our community. Application is required. Contact: Clark Simpson, clark.simpson@gmail.com, (765) 402-2753.
Real Life
Sundays, 10:45am – Rooms 176-178 Upbeat and informal, this class takes an in-depth look at every day issues through the fiber of scripture. Open to all ages. Instructor: Forrest Higgenbotham.
RefresHer Bible Study for Women Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Tuesdays, 9-11am – Crossroads Auditorium, This RefresHer season gets us prepared to move into the greater callings God has put on our lives, whether for the first time, or in a new season of a faithful life. RefresHer mornings include large group teaching, and laughter. Come explore what God has for YOU next, with a community of women who seek, pray and walk together. Free Childcare & Home School elementary class, K-6 available at 9:00am. Contact: Lisa Bitar, lisabitar@hotmail.com. S.A.L.T. (Single adults living truth)
Sundays from 6:00-7:30pm – Room 175 All singles are invited to enjoy Bible study, fellowship and social activities throughout the year. Contact: Wanda Anderson, anderson. wanda@yahoo.com, Karl Graddy, graddykarl@att.net
SHAPE Small Group - Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Wednesdays, 6:30pm-8:00pm – Room 177 An 8-week Small Group experience. Explore your unique purpose in life, based on how God created you, and learn next steps to fulfill your purpose! Discover your spiritual gifts, your heart, abilities, and enjoy informal group discussion. Prerequisite: Explore Madison Park Class.Contact: Shelly Stottlemyer, Pastor of Connections. Single and Parenting
Thursdays, 6:30pm - Room 191 Single parents face unique challenges. Talk with other single parents about the issues you’re facing. Solicit advice from other single moms and dads, and pose your own questions about single-parenthood.
Small Groups
Various Locations and Meeting Times With more than 50 small groups from which to choose, Madison Park has something for everyone! Whether you’re looking for a group that is just for men or women, volunteer-minded or Bible study based, there is a small group that will deepen your faith and enrich your spiritual journey. To learn more, stop by Grand Central or contact Jackie Corn at the Church Office, jcorn@madisonparkchurch.org.
Tuesday Men’s Group
Tuesdays, 6:00pm at McDonald’s on Scatterfield across from Mounds Mall A small group Bible study for men of all ages. Leader: Bill Mitchell (765) 642-9151.
W.O.W. (WOMEN OF THE WORD)
Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Wednesdays at 6:30pm - Room 180 Grow deeper in your walk with God and be encouraged by other women as you gather for this in-depth Bible study in the Book of Psalms. Instructors: Barb Collier, Laura Collier, Nelda Ely, April Linville.
Worship Arts Class
Sundays, 10:45am – Room 180 A life-enriching Bible study open to all ages. Instructor: Don Vosburg. Contact: Donna Nobles, dnobles@madisonparkchurch.org.
Alphabetical List of Special Interests Bicycling
Tuesdays (May-October) from 6:00pm until dark (weather permitting) Madison Park Parking Lot. Contact: Bruce Jones at cycling@ MadisonParkChurch.org or (765) 602-3424.
Cardio Blast (Intermediate)
out, just lose yourself in the music and find yourself in shape at the original dance-fitness party. CardioBlast classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and international beats. Before you know it, you’ll be getting fit and your energy levels will be soaring! It’s easy to do, effective and totally exhilarating. Madison Park offers this class for both beginner and intermediate fitness levels. Cost: $5.00. Free Childcare. Instructors: Natalie Farmer and Hillary Novak.
Cardo Basic (Beginner)
Mondays and Thursdays, 5:30pm – Crossroads Auditorium This co-ed, lower impact version of the Intermediate is perfect for persons who are returning to exercise or who need a fun, fierce cardio workout that is kind to the joints. Cost: $4.00. Instructor: April Dock. CO-ED VOLLEYBALL (Non-Competitive) Thursdays:6:30-8:30pm - Gym at Cross Street Center November-March Contact: Craig & Linda Ellis, shive4260@yahoo.com
Creative Christian Crafters
Mondays,1:00-3:00pm – Hospitality Room Knitting and crochet group meets weekly to make hats, scarves and blankets for missions and is willing to teach anyone interested in learning. Contact: Myrna Knupp (765) 602-0892.
Golf Team
Play at The Edge - 6:00pm on Thursdays, weather permitting Gary Brossart, gary.brossart @ gemtova/com
Hiking Group - Advanced Hiking Group: Year-round hiking to enjoy the beauty each season brings Five to ten mile hikes in state parks and the Appalachian trails. Facilitator: Clint Short. - Intermediate Hiking Group: Enjoy hikes of three to six miles. Facilittor: Susan Lucas. - Weekday Hiking Group: Hiking two to five miles locally around Aqua Gardens, Mounds State Park and other state parks. Facilitator: Mike Harp. - Beginners Hiking Group: Enjoy one to two mike hikes lasting 30-45 minutes. Enjoy the weather, fellowship and improve fitness. Walking with others can turn exercising into an enjoyable social occasion Facilitator Clint Short. Contact: Clint Short, Hiking Groups Coordinator, clintoshort@gmail.com.
holy yoga Monday and Thursday, 6:30pm-7:30pm, Room 175 This co-ed class is not a religion but a spiritual discipline with the intentional practice of connecting our entire being with God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit with complete reliance on God’s Word and prayer. Holy Yoga invites participants to surrender and receive grace. Cost: $7.00 a session. Instructor: Jamie Wilkerson.
Men’s Basketball Teams Sundays from 6:00-8:00pm – Cross Street Center Gym All men age 18 and up are welcome. Contact: Pastor Shelly Stottlemyer at the Church Office.
Men’s Church League Basketball Teams
November—March Contact: Pastor Shelly Stottlemyer at the Church Office.
Softball Team
Madison Park Church participates in a co-ed fast pitch softball league. Contact: Adam Farmer at adam.joseph.farmer@gmail.com.
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30pm Saturdays, 9:00am – Crossroads Auditorium Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Forget the work-
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Quick Guide
Sunday and Wednesday Adult Classes SundayS at 9:00am
Discipleship Essentials - Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Sundays, 9:00am – Room 182 Jesus’ own pattern of disciple-making was to be intimately involved with others and allow life to rub against life. The workbook designed for this class will help you follow this pattern Jesus drew for us. Working through it will deepen your knowledge of essential Christian teaching and strengthen your faith. Study Guides available. Instructors: Cherie and Phil Averitt, Annie and Jon Nichols. fresh start
Sundays, 9:00am - Room 181 New to Madison Park or just starting on your faith journey? Be sure to include this 10-week class in your church experience. Fresh Start is a “back-to-the-basics” class dealing with the foundational beliefs of our faith. If you’re new to faith, have questions, or just need a Spiritual “tune-up” this class is for you. Instructors: Cal Bloom and George Nalywaiko.
sundayS at 10:45am Christian Growth
Sundays, 10:45am – Room 182 Studies of the scriptures, historical understanding from the church at large, including the Church of God Movement, and practical application for life today. Open to all ages. Instructor: Jerry Sipe.
Real Life
Sundays, 10:45am – Rooms 176-178 Upbeat and informal, this class takes an in-depth look at every day issues through the fiber of scripture. Open to all ages. Instructor: Forrest Higgenbotham.
financial peace university
Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Wednesdays, 6:00pm – Room 177 Powerful. Enlightening. Fun. Weekly video lessons and discussion groups. Dave Ramsey has a teaching style that is simple and easy to understand. He ill change the way you think about money. Register and order kit online at DaveRamsey.com. Contact: Jackie Corn at the Church Office, jcorn@madisonparkchurch.org.
Learning to pray like jesus
Wednesdays, 6:30pm – Room 179 Explore the teachings and practice of prayer in the life of Jesus and experience it in your own life. Contact: Shelly Short, mjshort1127@ gmail.com.
Men of Madison Park - Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Wednesdays, 6:30pm – Room 182 Men of all ages are welcome to be a part of this Bible study for men. Instructor: John Wendt. S.H.A.P.E. Small Group -Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Wednesdays, 6:30pm-8:00pm – Room 177 An 8-week Small Group experience. Explore your unique purpose in life, based on how God created you, and learn next steps to fulfill your purpose! Discover your spiritual gifts, your heart, abilities, and enjoy informal group discussion. Prerequisite: Explore Madison Park Class. Instructor: Forrest Wallace. Contact: Shelly Stottlemyer, Pastor of Connections. W.O.W (Women of the Word)
Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Wednesdays, 6:30pm – Room 180 Grow deeper in your walk with God and be encouraged by other women through this in-depth Bible study. Instructors: Barb Collier, Laura Collier, Nelda Ely, April Linville.
Worship Arts Class
Sundays, 10:45am – Room 180 A life-enriching Bible study open to all ages. Instructor: Don Vosburg. Contact: Donna Nobles, dnobles@madisonparkchurch.org.
WednesdayS at 6:30pm Bible Time Wednesdays, 6:30pm – Hospitality Room Enjoy a good meal with friends in The Commons then stay an hour longer to learn more of God’s Word! Instructor: Ron Matas, r.matas@ comcast.net.
Discipleship Essentials Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Wednesdays, 6:30pm Jesus’ own pattern of disciple-making was to be intimately involved with others and allow life to rub against life. The workbook designed for this class will help you follow this pattern Jesus drew for us. Working through it will deepen your knowledge of essential Christian teaching and strengthen your faith. Study Guides available. Instructors: Robert and Tami Curts, Gary and Kathy Wessell.
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H.O.P.E. - thursdays at 6:30pm Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Holy Opportuity for Personal Empowerment offers 13-week Support Classes. Contact: Christi Maidlow, Children’s Ministries Director. • Divorce Care Room 192 DivorceCare is a 13-week class and support group for people who are separated or divorced. A place to be around people who understand what you are feeling and hear valuable information about ways to heal from the hurt of divorce. Contact:Darlene Pease at darpease@aol.com • Divorce Care For Kids (DC4K) Room 193 A 13-week class for children ages 5-12 of separated or divorced parents. Divorce Care for Kids provides a safe and neutral place to help kids recognize and learn to share their feelings and heal from the pain caused by separation or divorce. Instructor: Diann Seelbach Contact: Karen Roberts at (765) 387-0361.
Support Care & Encouragement
Divorce
Bereavement Ministry
Divorce Care Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Thursdays at 6:30pm - Room 192 DivorceCare is a 13-week class and support group for people who are separated or divorced. A place to be around people who understand what you are feeling and hear valuable information about ways to heal from the hurt of divorce. Contact: Darlene Pease at darpease@aol. com
First Monday of the month, 9:00am, Cross Street Kitchen Volunteer Bereavement Team meets monthly to mail personal followup notes, make calls and visits to those grieving. Volunteers provide bereavement dinners for those who have lost a loved one. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.
Celebrate Recovery
Fridays from 7:00-10:00pm at Scatterfield Ministry Center Explores eight principles, based on the teaching of Jesus, that help bring real live changes, provide healing from hurts accumulated over a lifetime and freedom from destructive behaviors. Childcare available. Contact: Randy Pierce at (765) 639-1656.
HopeKeepers
First Tuesday of each month at 1pm Pendleton Community Public Library, Study Room For individuals coping with chronic illness and pain. Does your condition keep you from enjoying life? Then this time together may be just for you. Family members are also encouraged to attend. Instructor: Linda Teeple, lindyteep@yahoo.com or (765) 378-7838.
Hospital and Convalescent Visitation
Pastors and volunteers visit parishioners who are hospitalized or living in convalescent centers. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.
Madison Park military Support Team
A team that supports our troops with care packages and prayer. To volunteer or register a service person or family to benefit from this ministry, contact Linda Eaton at (765) 552-0447.
Counseling Linville counseling Services
Broadway Ministry Center Madison Park offers counseling through a cooperative relationship with Linville Services who provides quality, professional, distinctively Christian counseling for family, couples, individuals, and adolescents at an affordable fee. Day and evening appointments available. Visit Linville Services online at www.LinvilleServices.com, (765) 642-1853.
Divorce Care For Kids (DC4K)
Summer Break-Will Resume in the Fall Thursdays at 6:30pm - Room 193 A 13-week class for children ages 5-12 of separated or divorced parents. Divorce Care for Kids provides a safe and neutral place to help kids recognize and learn to share their feelings and heal from the pain caused by separation or divorce. Instructor: Diann Seelback. Contact: Karen Roberts at (765) 387-0361.
Health
Health Ministry
Parish Nurses and Care Teams provide a holistic approach to Health Care. By promoting knowledge, positive choices, and spiritual living, our community can experience health and wellness of spirit, mind, and body. Contact: Lynn Simpson at (765) 779-0004.
Outreach Dove Harbor
Broadway Ministry Center This ministry to women provides transitional housing and educational programs in a supportive, Christ-centered environment that promotes growth toward spiritual and emotional wholeness. Contact: Andrea Carlile acarlile@DoveHarbor.org or (765) 642-1853.
Jail Ministry
The jail visitation team visits and provides ministry to prisoners. Contact: Barbara Collier at collierb32@aol.com or (765) 734-1611.
Stephen Ministry
One-on-one Christian care to those going through crisis. Caregiver training provided. Contact: Nancy McCafferty at indy58@yahoo.com or (765) 644-1472.
Subsidiary Ministries Dove Harbor
Broadway Ministry Center This ministry to women provides transitional housing and educational programs in a supportive, Christcentered environment that promotes growth toward spiritual and emotional wholeness. Contact: Andrea Carlile, acarlile@DoveHarbor.org or (765) 642-1853.
Miriam Project Adoption Agency
Kids Learning Station
Weekdays from 6:30am-6:00pm Madison Park Site (6607 Providence Drive) MPC’s child care ministry for children ages six weeks through kindergarten. Contact: Karen Billey, kbilley@ MadisonParkChurch.org, (765) 646-1610.
North Kids
Weekdays from 6:30am-6:00pm Cross Street Center (2200 Madison Square)
Broadway Ministry Center
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Volunteer Children’s Ministry
Music/Worship Arts
Volunteer teams and positions
11:00am Worship Band
• Nursery/Toddler/Preschool Teaching Team • K-5th Large Group and Small Group Leaders • Special Needs Assistant • Tech Team • First Impressions Team: Greeting/Check-In Attendant • Set Design Team • Drama Team
Youth/Student Ministry Volunteer teams and positions • Mentor/Counselor • Small Group Leader • Transportation Team • Room/Space Set-Up Teams • Welcoming/Connecting Team • Special Needs Assistant • Food Prep Team • Tech Team
Adult Classes and Groups Volunteer and positions • Small Group Facilitator • Class Instructors
Connections Ministry Volunteer teams and positions • Greeter Teams • Parking Valet Team • Lighthouse Café Servers and Attendants • Grand Central Team • Holy Ground Coffee Bar Team • Hospitality Host/Hostess • Athletic Teams
Facilities/Maintenance Volunteer teams and positions • Landscape Maintenance Team • Furniture Repair Team • Painting Team
Church Office Volunteer teams and positions • Involvement with Dove Harbor • Mailings and general office assistance
Special Events Volunteer teams and positions • Set-up Crew • Door Greeters
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Auditions required to participate in the Praise Band. Contact: Worship Ministry Co-Directors Stephen West or Ben Hodge at the Church Office.
Volunteer teams and positions • Serving Communion • Technical Arts (Audio/Video) Team. • Usher Team
Voices of Praise Choir
Practice Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:15pm – Rehearsal Room The “Voices of Praise” choir is open to all who wish to participate. Contact: Steve Williamson, Worship Arts Pastor, at the Church Office.
Scripture and Dramatic Readers
Anyone is welcome to participate. Contact: Steve Williamson, Worship Arts Pastor, at the Church Office.
Orchestra
Rehearsal times vary – Main Auditorium All instrumentalists with four years experience or more are welcome. Contact: Scott Lutterman at (765) 278-9430.
Worship Band
Auditions required to participate in the Worship Band. Contact: Steve Williamson, Worship Arts Pastor, at the Church Office.
Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol
Madison Park’s production of A Christmas Carol is revised each year with new surprises and twists. Contact: Steve Williamson, Worship Arts Pastor, at the Church Office.
Sound/lighting/projection team
Volunteers with experience in sound, lighting and projection are welcome. Contact the Church Office.
Worship Arts Office Help
Volunteers are welcome to help in the Worship Arts Office with a variety of tasks. Contact: Steve Williamson, Worship Arts Pastor, at the Church Office.
Missions TEeple (Mission Focused) Small Group
Contact: Linda Teeple at lindateep2@gmail.com.
global x adventures
MPC’s Global X Adventures provide an opportunity to witness firsthand what God is doing across the globe. Contact the Church Office for details.
Prayer and Care Celebrate Recovery
Volunteers are vital to this life-changing ministry. Celebrate Recovery meets Friday at 7:00pm at Scatterfield Ministry Site. Contact: Randy Pierce at (765) 639-1656 or Jen Bell at (765) 610-6577.
Health Ministry
The Health Ministry of Madison Park Church of God encourages and supports health and wellness of spirit, mind, and body. By promoting knowledge, positive choices, and spiritual living, this community of faith can better expand the kingdom. Contact: Lynn Simpson at (765) 779-0004.
MPJ127
See item in Adults listing.
Altar Prayer Counselors
Prayer counselors are trained to work with those seeking a prayer partner following worship services. Contact the Church Office.
Come and Go Prayer
Monday from 4:00-7:00pm – Main Auditorium This prayer time is for anyone to come and go as they please. Come alone or in a group; pray silently or aloud. Contact: Norma Armogun at gardenjoyful@comcast.net or (765) 641-3066.
Prayer Ministry
This ministry provides intercessory prayer for our staff, church, community, nation, and world. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.
Bereavement Ministry
First Monday of the month, 9:00am, Cross Street Kitchen Volunteer Bereavement Team meets monthly to mail personal followup notes, make calls and visits to those grieving. Volunteers provide bereavement dinners for those who have lost a loved one. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.
Hospital and Convalescent Visitation
Pastors and volunteers visit parishioners who are hospitalized or living in convalescent centers. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.
Jail Ministry
The jail visitation team visits and provides ministry to prisoners. Contact: Barbara Collier at collierb32@aol.com or (765) 734-1611.
Stephen Ministry
One-on-one Christian care to those going through crisis. Caregiver training provided. Contact: Nancy McCafferty at indy58@yahoo.com or (765) 644-1472.
Missions Dove Harbor
Dove Harbor welcomes volunteers to help sort donations on Monday’s from 2:00-4:00pm or provide cleaning services (times vary). Contact: Betty Roane at (765) 642-1853.
Miriam Project
Volunteers are needed to help with two Summer projects: • Change For Children in June • The Miriam Project 5K Run/Walk & 10K Run on September 10 • Contact: Meg Scaggs at (765) 642-1853
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June 13-17 at South Meridian Church of God
Do you love serving with kids? Help spread God’s love to the intercity neighborhood of South Meridian. Contact: Val Petry at (765) 643-6695.
Celebrate recovery
Every Friday night
Volunteers are needed to help prepare food for participants. Contact: Krista Julianat (765) 639-2800.
Christian Center
operation love
Volunteer to help in meal preparation. Contact: Rob Spaulding at
Volunteers are needed to help give items in the food pantry. Gently used grocery bags and men’s casual clothing are also needed. Contact: Andrea Baker at (765) 644-2121.
Mission Trip, May 5-13, 2017
Wednesdays from 1:00-3:30pm
(765) 649-4264.
Mission Haiti medical
Habitat for Humanity - Madison County
Experience first hand the blessing of serving in medical clinics. Contact: Doug Linville at (765) 642-2000.
Volunteers are needed to help Kindergartner children get off the bus the and into their classrooms in the first week of school. All volunteers must complete a criminal background check through the Anderson Police Department. Contact: Karl Graddy at (765) 623-1461.
Mission Trip - October 2016
Saturday at 9:00am
heart to honduras
Hands-on missions. Contact: Doug Linville at (765) 642-2000.
brigade
August 3-5 at Killbuck Kindergarten
Volunteers are needed to help Kindergarten children get off the bus and into their classrooms the first week of school. Contact: Ali Robinson at (765) 642-2000.
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Assistance & Resources Valet Parking Service
Drive up to the main entrance and a valet attendant will assist you. More than 100 vehicles are parked each Sunday with the Valet Parking Service.
Grand Central at Madison Park
Facility Rental
Looking for a convenient location for your special event? Madison Park offers a wide range of facility services. Contact: Ron Woolsey, Events Coordinator
Miriam Project Adoption Agency
Sunday, 8:30am-12:30pm – The Commons Purchase books, videos, CDs and more.
Listening Enhancement Devices
Listening Enhancement Devices are available for check out at Grand Central located in The Commons.
Medical Supply House
Volunteers pick-up, repair, and deliver donated hospital equipment to members. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.
Baptisms and Dedications
Wanting to know more about baptism or dedications at Madison Park? Any member of our Pastoral Staff will happily meet with you to answer your questions and help you take your next step. If you don’t have a particular pastor that you’d like to meet with, contact the Church Office.
Broadway Ministry Center The Miriam Project provides adoption services to birth families and adoptive families in an effort to place children in loving, Christ-centered homes. Contact: Brooke Mathis LeMay at bmathis@ MiriamProject.org or (765) 640-1580.
Linville Counseling Services
Broadway Ministry Center Madison Park offers counseling through a cooperative relationship with Linville Services who provides quality, professional, distinctively Christian counseling for family, couples, individuals, and adolescents at an affordable fee. Day and evening appointments available. Contact the Broadway Ministry Center at (765) 642-1853.
Weddings at MADison Park
Interested in getting married at Madison Park? Contact the Church Office. Stephanie Knaus, Wedding Coordinator.
Church Staff Listed alphabetically, by last name. Church staff can be contacted by phone at (765) 642-2000. Staff emails are first initial and last name (for example, jeviston@madisonparkchurch.org). Akridge, Rob Facilities and Property Director Callen, Laura Administrative Assistant, Congregational Care and Connections Corn, Jacquelyn Administrative Assistant, Spiritual Formation Dillmon, Brenda Receptionist/Database Denniston, Melanie Director, North Kids and Kids Learning Station Eviston, Jennifer Executive Assistant/Office Manager
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Fauntleroy, Becky Communications Coordinator Hodge, Ben Worship Co-Director Hollingsworth, Rhonda Administrative Assistant, Student & Children’s Ministries Linville, Doug Missions Pastor Maidlow, Christi Children’s Ministries Pastor Malbone, Tom Visitation, Congregational Care Pastor
Nobles, Donna Administrative Assistant, Worship Arts Perry, JJ Junior High Ministries Pastor Pleninger, Calvin Bookkeeping / Computer Services Reames, David, Congregational Care Pastor Reeder, Eric Senior High Ministries Pastor Robinson, Ali Missions Coordinator
Stottlemyer, Shelly Connections Pastor Strozier, Paul Senior Pastor Sundstrom, Marc Senior Associate Pastor West, Stephen Worship Co-Director Williamson, Steve Worship Arts Pastor Woolsey, Ron Events Coordinator
Map Kitchen
The Commons
Just inside the main entrance, The Commons serves as a gathering place to meet and mingle, share a treat from Holy Grounds, or enjoy a Wednesday evening dinner at Lighthouse Café.
Holy Grounds
Main Auditorium The Main Auditorium is located off The Commons, and hosts weekend worship services as well as concerts, conferences and community events throughout the year.
Rehearsal Room
Main Auditorium
Crossroads Auditorium
Adjacent to the Main Entrance, Crossroads Auditorium includes a stage, table seating, a kitchen area and a loft.
The Commons
Grand Central
Holy Grounds
Holy Grounds serves gourmet coffee, specialty drinks, assorted pastries, and more. Proceeds benefit missions at home and abroad.
Hospitality Room Just inside the Main Entrance, the Hospitality Room is a great place to visit to gather information about Madison Park Church and pick-up a welcome bag.
Crossroads Lobby Hospitality Room Loft
Grand Central Located in The Commons, Grand Central is staffed by friendly volunteers who will answer your questions and provide assistance. Listening enhancement devices are available here.
Main Street Several large rooms off the south end of The Commons line Main Street and are used for meeting rooms throughout the week.
Children’s Center At the end of Main Street, The Children’s Center includes the nursery/toddler care area as well as several large classrooms.
Rehearsal Room Located backstage, the Rehearsal Room – equipped with a piano, sound system, and video projection – serves Worship Arts rehearsals and special events.
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MadisonParkChurch.org (765) 642-2000 Mailing Address P.O. Box 2479 Anderson, IN 46018 Worship Site, Kids Learning Center 6607 Providence Drive Anderson, IN 46013 Church Offices, North Kids, Gymnasium 2200 Madison Square Anderson, IN 46011 Scatterfield Center 2604 N. Scatterfield Road Anderson, IN 46012
June 1, 2016