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Announcements - July 16, 2017

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Announcements - July 16, 2017
Change in Location for Sunday Worship Services from July 16-August 20: We will be worshiping at Elk River High School (in the little theater) July 16 through August 20. Please mark your calendars and plan to join us there!
Pastor Charlie on Vacation July 17-August 7: After the service today, Pastor Charlie will be leaving for three week’s vacation. If you need assistance with anything, please contact Pastor Kevin at kevin@gcfmn.org. Please pray for the Handrens as they draw away with Jesus and seek to refresh their souls in Him together.
Father Son Quest July 20-23: Please pray for our annual Father Son Quest that takes place July 20-23 at Lamb's Resort on Lake Superior. This is a camping trip filled with adventure and activities for fathers and their sons, designed to pass on a biblical vision of manhood to the next generation. Please be in prayer for our trip. If you have any questions you can direct them to Pastor Kevin (kevin@gcfmn.org).
Kenny Stokes Preaching July 23: It is our privilege to have Pastor Kenny Stokes bring the Sunday sermon on July 23 in Pastor Charlie’s absence. Pastor Kenny is the Pastor for Church Planting at Bethlehem Baptist Church, and has been Pastor Charlie’s mentor for the last fourteen years. He will be preaching from Ephesians 3, so please pray for him as he prepares.
Youth Camping Trip August 6-9: The youth camping trip is targeted to high school students but junior high students who enjoy hiking and camping are also welcome to attend. This is an adventurous trip designed to use exploration in God's creation as a way to make disciples for the glory of Christ. If you would like to sign up you can do so by submitting $10 payment to Pastor Kevin. Please direct any questions to Pastor Kevin (kevin@gcfmn.org).
Wednesday Morning Prayer Meeting: Please join us for this weekly time of prayer as we bring our praises and requests to the Lord. The meeting takes place every week at the church office from 6:00-7:00 a.m.




Next Week's Fighter Verse
For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler.
Psalm 91:3-4


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