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Announcements - September 17, 2017

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Worship Location Update: The work at the Handke Family Center has been delayed. We will meet for worship at Elk River High School's Little Theater until at least October 8.

All Sunday School Classes Will Begin Today: Thanks be to God for his provision of both teachers and classroom space which allows us to begin Sunday school today.

Youth Ministries Student and Parent Orientation this Wednesday: Parents and students (grades 6-12) are invited to join us from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Otsego Park. We will talk about our plan for making disciples in 2017-2018 and the exciting events that students can participate in this year. Dinner will not be provided. Everyone is asked to bring a snack to share with the group. Water and picnic supplies will be provided. RSVP to pastor Kevin by Tuesday, September 19.

New Women's Bible Study Starting this Thursday: We will be doing a study by Kathleen Neilson called Rebuild (book of Nehemiah). We will meet at the home of Tayla Bonin, 11824 - 195th Avenue NW in Elk River at 7:00 p.m. Please let Susan Fergus or Tayla know if you are coming. The books are available on Lifeway.

Glory of Christ Fellowship 10th Anniversary Celebration: We will celebrate our tenth anniversary on Sunday, October 1. Along with our Agape Meal, there will be a silent auction. Funds raised from the auction will go into the short-term missions fund. Help is needed to cover the details of the silent auction—silent auction items, setup and cleanup of event. To get involved, contact Julie Springfield at 763-607-1253.

Annual Men’s Retreat, October 19-21: Men, we look forward to gathering again at Miracle Bible Camp near Longville, Minnesota for a time of recreation, meditation on the Word, prayer, and fellowship. This year we’re adding our first annual GCF fishing tournament, so bring your gear and prepare fishers of fish for the glory of Christ! For more information, contact Pastor Charlie (charlie@gcfmn.org) or Pastor Kevin (kevin@gcfmn.org).
Next Week's Fighter Verse
He who is often reproved, yet stiffens his neck, will suddenly be broken beyond healing...A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.
Proverbs 29:1, 11

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