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September 11, 2006
Dear Frontline family,
Yesterday was a great celebration of God's faithfulness as we celebrated Frontline's 7-year anniversary. It's a God thing! Check out the video here. Be sure to check out our brand new website here. Also, check out Kirk's new blog here.
This Week
The IMPACT Prayer Center continues every Tuesday from 6 AM until midnight at Summit Church on South Main at Ann Arbor-Saline Road. Join the 18-hour prayer meeting that features live music and people from various churches across our county.
Pray & Play is held on Wednesdays from 7-9 PM at the Frontline Living Room (Avis Drive). All are welcome.
We are partnering with URC to help the Ozone House with a fundraiser September 15-16 at the Ann Arbor Oktoberfest. Opportunities range from ticket booth, concession, set up and tear down, security. Shifts are from 4-8 PM or 8 PM-midnight on either night. Email Sonja Bair for details.
This Sunday evening is Kirk's ordination service at 6 PM. This is a special ceremony in which other pastors will officially ordain Kirk as a minister. We hope you can come!
Coming Soon
The October 1 AIDS Walk is quickly approaching. We are seeking to raise $1500 this year. This link can be sent to family and friends in requesting donations. You can set-up your own personal page, too. There are also volunteer opportunities to promote and serve at the AIDS Walk.
Our annual 24-hour fall retreat will be held at FaHoLo in Grass Lake October 6-7. Mark your calendars!
Frontline Info
You can find free downloadable messages and notes here. You can also subscribe to our podcast (FrontCasts) there.
Kids Zone is looking for teens and adults to help with drama on Sunday evenings. We also need nursery help. Please contact Heather at heather@frontlinechurch.org or 734.717.8251 for details.
Volunteers are needed for Activity Zone for 20 minutes during worship. No planning is required, just a love for kids. We are also looking for additional nursery workers. You can serve once a month or every other month. For details, contact Heather at heather@frontlinechurch.org.
Upcoming Birthdays and Anniversaries (if yours is not listed, tell us!)
September 15—Emily Burr
September 17—Dave Middlin
September 29—Marcia Gibbs
Other Stuff
Singer Michael Card will be in concert in Ypsilanti on September 30. For details, go to http://www.a2c2.kk5.org/.
Kensington Community Church has invited us to participate in a Mission Trip to South Africa November 3-17. For details, contact John Tagle at 248.723.6535 or jtagle@jtai.net. In addition, we are working on a Mission Trip to Asia in 2007. Stay tuned for details.
Kensington has also invited us to attend their Arts Conference on October 14 in Troy. For details, visit http://kensingtoncommunitychurch.cmail1.com/.aspx/e/75581/45013425/.
ISI provides local opportunities to fulfill Christ's command to "make disciples of all nations". International Students Inc. has a list of university foreign students requesting a Bible tutor, English tutor or a room to rent in a home. For more info or to help pass out flyers on campus, contact Larry Champoux at 734.677.7007 or champoux7@yahoo.com.
Foreign exchange students are still looking for homes for the 2006-07 school year. Girls from Ecuador, Switzerland, Japan and China and boys from China, Mexico, Thailand and Finland would like to share their culture and learn about yours and your family. All students come with their own spending money, have medical insurance and know English. Host families' obligation is to provide a bed (students can share a room), three meals a day and a caring home. Both the students and host families receive training and support. Hosts can be varied - no children or children of any ages, single or married, empty nesters, etc. For more information, contact Jennifer at senjenn@hotmail.com or 734-377-5867.
From Abraham To Jesus is the largest touring exhibit of sacred text and artifacts in history. It will be in Grand Rapids October 17-November 4. For details visit www.fromabrahamtojesus.com.
Read through the Bible in 2006 (for a guide, click here).
Healing Choices was started to help those struggling with pornography, sexual addiction, unwanted same-sex attractions, codependency, or sexual abuse. For details, visit their website at http://www.healingchoices.us. Two additional sites for those struggling with porn addiction are http://exaddict.com/ and http://xxxchurch.com/.
Calendar
September 15-16
Frontline Service: Ozone House
September 17
Kirk's ordination, 6 PM
October 1
Frontline Service: AIDS Walk, Noon
October 6-7
24-Hour Retreat at FaHoLo, Grass Lake
Journey Groups
The heart of Frontline is found in small groups that meet together for prayer, Bible exploration, ministry, and sheer fun! New people are always welcome.
The Monday Milan Women’s Group meets at 7 PM. They are studying the book of Exodus. Contact Lora Gray, graylo8@hotmail.com, 340.3340.
The Tuesday Northeast Ann Arbor Women’s Group meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at 7 PM. Contact Robyn, robynj@comcast.net, 994.3586.
The Wednesday Pittsfield Township Women’s Group meets at the Schneemann home. Contact Heather, heather@frontlinechurch.org, 717.8251.
The Wednesday Night Pray & Play Group meets at the Frontline Living Room on Avis Drive. Contact Kirk, kirk@frontlinechurch.org, 994.1311.
The Young Women’s Group meets on the first and third Thursday nights of the month at the Rackmil home. Contact Rita, ritamkr@comcast.net, 434.8762.
The Saturday Evening Mixed Group is open to anyone, married or single. They meet at 6 PM every other week here. Contact Soncea, soncea@gmail.com, 678.2007.
The Saturday "His Needs/Her Needs" Mixed Group is open to anyone, married or single. They meet at 6 PM every other week here. Contact George, jonesg@provide.net, 572.0159.
Stay tuned for a new daytime (breakfast or lunch) men's group. Reply to this e-mail if you are interested.
Our Mission
To establish a community that God can use to transform the hearts and lives of people in Ann Arbor and beyond for His glory.
Our Vision
To launch innovative churches worldwide that God can use to transform the hearts and lives of people for His glory.
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