Announcements January 31, 2021

Announcements

Download the New GCF App: A new GCF app will be available to the church. Completion of the app is still in progress but you are currently able to utilize the app to check the weekly Fighter Verse, watch the sermon, check the calendar of events and give online. You can access the app via the Apple store or Google play. The easiest way to download the app is to text the keyword 'gloryofchrist app' to 77977 to download the app.

GCF Survey: There has been a survey that has been created (available on the welcome table) in order to better understand which of our efforts are truly connecting with our congregation. Your honest feedback is appreciated as it will help us know where we should be allocating our resources. Please complete the survey and return to pastor Kevin this evening, January 31. We are asking each individual members and attenders of GCF age 14 and up to fill one out.

Seminar: Critical Theory, February 20: What is critical theory? How does it impact the church and our culture? Come hear about how this significant worldview shift is widely being embraced and is threatening the purity of the gospel within the church that Paul calls his people to defend (2 Timothy 1:13-15). Recommended ages 13 and up. Saturday evening, February 20. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Living Waters Church. Please notify Pastor Kevin if you plan to attend by Wednesday, February 17.

Student Ministries Winter Retreat: Students grades 6-12 have the opportunity to spend a fun weekend together on February 26-28. Details are still being worked out but it will be a local and overnight event and costs will be greatly reduced. Outdoor activities, games, great food, Bible study and worship will all be included. Stay alert for registration details. If you have any questions, please contact Erik Aleckson.

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