March 19 , 2007
Dear Frontliners,
Wow! What more can I say? This past weekend was incredible! Special thanks to everyone who helped with moving, setting up, serving, and cleaning. The worship time was electric! The relaunch of Kids Zone was amazing! God is SO good! He continues to be faithful and provide for our every need (and even some wants!). He can be trusted!
Pray and Play returns this Wednesday from 7-9 PM at Boardwalk. All are welcome.
We are in the midst of 40 Days of Prayer. If you do not yet have a prayer guide, they can be purchased for $2 at the IMPACT Prayer Center anytime on Tuesdays or at any of the daily prayer gatherings. There are countywide prayer meetings each night at 7 PM at various churches. For details and directions, visit http://www.im-pact.us/40days/. The 40 Days of Prayer will conclude on April 1 at Hosanna.
Hosanna 2007 will be held on Sunday, April 1 at 5 PM at EMU's Pease Auditorium. Volunteers are needed for
- The Hosanna Choir. All are welcome. The rehearsal is Saturday, March 24 from 10 AM until 12:30 PM at Christian Love Fellowship, 1601 Stamford, Ypsilanti. For details, contact CLF, 483-7967 or clfmisecretary@yahoo.com.
- Ushers and Parking Attendants. We need 30 or more ushers and folks to help with parking, especially valet parking. Ushers should wear black pants or skirts and white tops, if possible & arrive at 4 PM. If you can serve, contact Andrew, ajun@umich.edu, 276-1771.
- Flag Bearers. We need about 40 middle or high school students to carry international flags during an opening procession. You must arrive at 4:30 PM. If you can serve, contact Phil, phil@thewordofGodcommunity.org. 994-3243.
- Intercessors. Please pray for Hosanna. You can pray at Hosanna, too. Arrive at 4:30 PM and report to Pastor Joseph Bae of Ann Arbor Hope Church. There will be signs to direct you.
This weekend about a dozen Frontliners will be involved in two South Arbor Academy musicals, The Jungle Book and Cinderella. For details, visit http://www.southarbordrama.com. Thursday and Friday are sold out, but tickets remain for the two Saturday shows.
Charlie and Karen Swanagon are moving on Friday, March 30 at noon from their current place (2899 Cascade Drive) to downtown Ann Arbor. They are seeking moving help. Contact them at 734.973.6793 or charlieandkarenx1@netzero.net.
Home Plate 2007 will be held on Saturday, April 28 at Comerica Park. The day includes a program featuring current and former Detroit Tigers, souvenirs, food, an on-the-field baseball clinic, and a seta for the Tigers/Twins game, all for only $22. To order tickets, e-mail kirk@frontlinechurch.org.
Financial Update
February budget: $9000
February income: $9947
Year-to-date budget: $18,000
Year-to-date income: $16,697
Hope Clinic will have its 25th anniversary worship celebration on Sunday, May 6 at St. John The Baptist Catholic Church in Ypsilanti at 4 PM with a buffet following. All are welcome.
These are exciting days! Please keep Frontline in your prayers as we seek to be a global community of faith, hope, and love.
With a grateful heart,
Kirk
Community Events
The annual GospelFest will be held on March 3 at Bethlehem United Church of Christ, 423 South Fourth Avenue in Ann Arbor. The 7:30 PM concert is free. Workshops are held throughout the day. For details, call Jean at 439.8462.
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.
This Sunday morning, we will gather for a free breakfast and worship at 10:30 AM. FREE lunch immediately following the Gathering.
FRONTLINE INFO
You can find free downloadable messages and notes here. You can also subscribe to our podcast (FrontCasts) there.
OTHER STUFF
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.
Read through the Bible in 2007 (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/.
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 CarePoint Group meets at 7 PM. They are addressing the issues of stress and rest. 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 Tuesday Pittsfield Township Women 's Group meets at the Schneemann home. Contact Heather, heather@frontlinechurch.org, 717.8251.
The Wednesday Night CarePoint Group is addressing the issue of anger. Contact Sean, 340.3340, wild@seangray.org.
The Wednesday Night Pray & Play Group meets at the Frontline Living Room on Avis Drive. Contact Kirk, kirk@frontlinechurch.org, 994.1311.
The Wednesday Young Women 's Group meets on the first and third Wednesday nights of the month at the Rackmil home. Contact Rita, ritamkr@comcast.net, 434.8762.
FRONTLINE LEADERS
Elders (interim): Sean Gray, Dave Hawkins, Chuck Rackmil
Deacons (interim): Robyn Javornisky, Ramsey Zimmerman
Frontline Online: Matt Crigger, 975.2924, mcrigger@gmail.com
Guest Services: Trish Crigger, 975.2924, trish@matterdesign.com
Hospitality: Kenna Gaynor, 930.6577, kennag@sbcglobal.net
Lead Pastor: Kirk Schneemann, 994.1311, kirk@frontlinechurch.org
Student Ministries: Heather Schneemann, 717.8251, heather@frontlinechurch.org
Technical Production: Howard Butler, 945.9399, poppaduck91@sbcglobal.net
Women's Ministry: Kelly Hawkins, 434.4334, kelly@kellyhawkins.net
OUR MISSION
To be 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.
Frontline Ann Arbor :: Journey Together
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