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Weekly UpdateOctober 11, 2017

Current Message Series

October 7/8Saturday Services:5:00 pm | Fellowship Hall | Dan Meyer (Live)

Sunday Services:9:00 am | Sanctuary | Dan Meyer (Live)9:00 am | Fellowship Hall | Dan Meyer (LiveCast)10:45 am | Sanctuary | Dan Meyer (Live)10:45 am | Fellowship Hall | Dan Meyer (Video)6:00 pm | Sanctuary | Rick Glyman (Live)

Take Root and ConstructionJoin in the Take Root Journey | October 14 – 15Are you newer to the church? Didn’t get involved when Take Root launched last year? Or are you just excited to be on thejourney? We will be marking the halfway point of the Take Root initiative with our sermon series Flourish: The Inspiring Story ofActs. Delve with us into scripture, hear inspiring stories of others in various places on the journey, and follow along incommunity through a small group.More information: takerootccob.org Bring Your Flourish Books AlongFlourish books will be available starting this weekend and throughout the next 5 weeks as we walk together through the bookof Acts. Use them to take sermon notes each week during the Flourish series. Bring them to your small groups to delve deeperinto the texts. A “Family Table Talk” section in the back of the book will engage even our youngest disciples in rooting theirlives more deeply in Christ.

Wear your Take Root T-shirtT-shirts will be available in the Commons at the Take Root station for the next few weeks.

Visit takerootccob.org for real-time Take Root and construction updates.

Generosity"In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the LordJesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive." -Acts 20:35

WorshipSave the Date: 5th Annual Veterans Day ConcertSunday, November 12 | 3:00 pm | SanctuaryIf you have a photo of a veteran family member you would like to have shown during the concert, please submit it by October27. If you are unable to email photos, you may drop a copy of at our front desk addressed to the attention of Susan Mech.Contact: Susan Mech / smech@cc-ob.org

GrowMultisite Vision GatheringsOctober 11, 15, 16, 22, and 29 | 7:00 – 8:15 pm | Esplanade CampusWould you like information on how to become part of the Founding Core that launches the new Christ Church Esplanade?Hear more of the campus vision and meet the staff. RSVP is required.RSVP: takerootccob.org/multisiteContact: Eric Camfield (Campus Pastor) / ecamfield@cc-ob.org

Become a Member: Journey With Us Classes Saturday, October 21 | 8:30 am – 12:00 pm | Student Center | Light BreakfastBeing a part of a church community is a wonderful part of the Christian faith. Christ Church is thrilled to have you worshipingwith us and would love to have you join us for one of our next member classes.Register: cc-ob.org/member

Sunday ForumSundays, October 15-December 3 | 10:45 am | Room 260 HallwayThe Enneagram underscores how God has made each of us unique and reveals ways in which we can grow out of our “oldself” of unredeemed vices into our “new self” of redeemed virtues in Christ (Eph. 4:20-24). Chuck Webber and Eric Haskinswill team up to introduce Enneagram themes to Sunday Forum. Come and be encouraged towards transformation!Information: cc-ob.org/sundaymorningclasses

Whatever Happened to the Churches the Apostles Left?The Greenhouse | Six-week seriesOctober 21-November 16 | Fellowship HallDr. Bradley Nassif, Professor of Biblical Studies and Theological Studies at North Park University, is offering a survey of thegenerations immediately following the death of the last Apostle John in 100 AD. Join us for Coffee at 9:30 am and the mainprogram at 10:00 am. Lunch is available for $10.00. Reservations are recommended.Register: cc-ob.org/olderadultsContact: Eileen Johnson / ejohnson@cc-ob.org / 630.321.6770

Join a Flourish Small GroupStarts October 15A Flourish small group is a gathering of 10-12 people meeting weekly for 5 weeks to study the inspiring book of Acts, utilizing aspecially created study guide that follows the sermon series. You will experience fellowship and together grow a deeperunderstanding of where God is leading you.Register: takerootccob.org (search by weekday and location to find a group that works for you)Contact: Randi Lundgren / rlundgren@cc-ob.org / 630.321.3922

It's a Wonder-Full Day!Fridays | 9:15 am-1:15 pm | Room 140This is a faith-nurturing environment for children ages 3-5 that begins in a sacred story space with parent/caregiver and child.After a 30-minute Bible story, parents are free to go and children stay to enjoy singing, playing, snacking, making crafts, andlunch. This year we will explore the ideas of Worship, Grow, and Serve in our three fun-filled sessions.Register: cc-ob.org/children

Sunday Groups and ClassesFinding friends, a sense of belonging, and a place to learn more about God can be easy in one of our Adult Classes andGroups. Discover which Sunday Group is right for you!

Pathfinders (Adult Bible Study) | 9:00 am | Room 261/262Oasis (Adult Bible Study) | 10:45 am | Room 152Sunday Forum (Adult Bible Study) | 10:45 am | Room 261/262Bible Study and Tough Issues (Adult Bible Study) | 10:45 am | Room 251Bridge Community (Cross-Cultural Focus) | 1st and 3rd Sundays at 10:45 am | Room 263Friendship Bible Class (Teens and Adults with Disabilities) | 10:45 am | Room 264

For more information: cc-ob.org/sundaymorningclasses

ServeUpdate From Our Malawi GO TeamOctober 22 | 6:00 pm | Garden ChapelThe Malawi GO Team will share their experiences of this past summer serving at pre- and elementary schools, helping build abridge, making bricks, and teaching a savings loan program to women. Hear first-hand how this experience has made animpact on hearts and lives.Contact: Eileen Hoban / ehoban@cc-ob.org

Coat DriveSaturday, October 28 | 9:00 am – 12:00 pmSunday, October 29 | 8:00 am-12:00 pmBring coats of all sizes to our truck in the west parking lot to benefit the Salvation Army / Christ Church Food Pantry.Contact: Doug Nelson / dnelson@itedistributing.com

Pacific Garden MissionOctober 28 | 9:00 – 11:00 amVolunteers are needed to pray, talk, listen, and encourage transient guests. Register: cc-ob.org/servenearContact: Renee Richel / rrichel@cc-ob.org / 630.321.3921

Hear From Our Global Mission Partner, Becky StanleyOctober 14 | 8:30 am | Mosaic RoomBecky Stanley serves as Director of Children’s Ministries for India Gospel League. IGL is an indigenous missions organizationbased in Salem, South India. Find out how this ministry is making a major impact in India through evangelism, church planting,children’s ministry, medical outreach, and rural and economic development.Contact: Eileen Hoban / ehoban@cc-ob.org

Operation Christmas Child Packing PartyNovember 3 | 6:30 – 7:30 pm | Fellowship HallNovember 4 | 9:00 – 10:00 am or 10:30 – 11:30 am | Fellowship HallJoin us for a time of serving and fellowship as we pack shoeboxes for children in need around the world, bringing the hope ofJesus through our simple gifts. You have the option to choose one or more available shifts. Donation bins are also located bythe nursery and the Discovery Center.Register: cc-ob.org/women

Buddies NeededWould you enjoy spending one-on-one time with a child and assisting them during children’s programming? We are looking forbuddies to be with some of our special needs children during WonderZone and KidZone worship on Sunday mornings.Contact: Sandy Towers / stowers@cc-ob.org

Roosevelt Road Initiative | Intensive Mission TrainingSaturday, Nov 4 and 11 | 8:30-11:30 am | Room 261This intensive mission training is for beginners and experts alike as we discover how to best love our neighbors.Register: cc-ob.org/servenearContact: Ben Swihart / bswihart@gmail.com

Meals on Wheels “Score Big Against Hunger” BrunchNovember 5 | 7:00 am-3:00 pmThis event is the major fundraiser for Holiday Meals on Wheels, providing nutritious meals for nutritionally at-risk seniors.Several shifts are available.Register: cc-ob.org/servenearContact: Renee Richel / rrichel@cc-ob.org / 630.321.3921

Roosevelt Road Initiative | PTA Meeting Childcare VolunteersTwo childcare volunteers are needed at each York and Stevenson PTA meeting throughout the school year. Sign up for one ormore date. All volunteers must complete our volunteer application process before serving.Register: cc-ob.org/servenearContact: Renee Richel / rrichel@cc-ob.org / 630.321.3921

Spend Time with our Youngest DisciplesThe Children's Ministry thrives on the dedication of the many parents, relatives, and other volunteers who will commit tonurturing our children birth to 5th grade. A variety of weekly, monthly, and quarterly roles need to be filled for the start of theministry year.Contact: Shari Knutson / sknutson@cc-ob.org

Volunteer Opportunities in the BookstoreAre you interested in providing a warm welcome to all who enter Christ Church or assisting congregants in picking out a book,Bible, or devotional to purchase? The Bookstore needs your help!Contact: Karen Leenheers / kleenheers@cc-ob.org / 630.654.1882

Prayer and CareAdult Mental Health First Aid WorkshopSaturday, October 28 | 8:30 am – 5:30 pm | Room 261 – 263The Adult Mental Health First Aid course is appropriate for anyone 18 years and older who wants to learn how to help a personwho may be experiencing a mental health related crisis or problem. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, psychosis,and addictions.Register: namidupage.org

Hospitality Training EventSaturday, October 28th | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm | Fellowship Hall 3 Barb Dahlin will be presenting a “First Impressions - Lasting Impact” seminar, which combines Bible-based hospitality, practicaltips, ideas, creativity, and humor. A light breakfast will be served, so come early!RSVP: Sherry Labate / slabate@cc-ob.org / 630.321.3936

Surviving the HolidaysTuesday, November 14 | 7:00-9:00pm | Rooms 262-263Wednesday, November 15 | 1:00-3:00pm | Rooms 262-263Join us for a special, two-hour seminar designed to help people face the holidays after the loss of a loved one. The cost of theevent is $5.00 and includes a “Surviving the Holidays” booklet.Register: cc-ob.org/griefContact: Sherry Labate / slabate@cc-ob.org / 630.321.3936

Employment OpportunitiesBecome a Christ Church Staff MemberChrist Church may have a future employee opportunity for you! Check out all the open positions at cc-ob.org/employment.Here's a sampling:

Data Services Strategic Director (Full-time)Group Life Coordinator (Part-time)

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