Sunday ABFs & Groups 9:00 am Victory, Rm. 3104 Family, Rm. 3105/06 BASE Camp (K-5th), Rm. 1102

10:30 am Converge, Rm. 2104 Horizons, Rm. 3105/06 Life Journey, Rm. 3104 Young Professionals, Rm. 3102 Fusion (HS Teens), Rm. 1122 Element (MS Teens), Rm. 1120 BASE Camp (K-5th), Rm. 1102

5:00 pm Fusion & Element, Floors 1 & 2

6:00 pm The Pursuers, Rm. 3105/06

OCTOBER 22, 2017

We're pulling out all the stops to host a community event we hope kids and families will love! Trunk or Treat is an opportunity for us to serve our city with the love and hospitality of Christ. We are praying for 1,000 kids (plus adults) to come to our campus, and there are plenty of places for the entire church family to plug in to help make this an event to remember! Register at BibleCenterChurch.com/register or on the Bible Center app, and we'll be in touch to confirm details. Thankyou for your commitment to our church and to our city!

PROVIDE A DECORATED VEHICLE AND PASS OUT CANDY:

VOLUNTEER TO HELP WITH THE EVENT:

For questions, contact Jane Jackson (jjackson) or call (304) 346-0431.

• candy donations• parking• guest info table• first-aid station

• tattoo table• popcorn table• fire pit (marsh-

mallow roasting)

• hayride• photo booth• bouncy houses• anywhere needed

• Decorate the back half of your vehicle & pass out candy

• Contest winner gets a 3.5 ft. trophy and bragging rights

• Parking lot will be open for set up 1:30-3:30 pm, 10/29

Dear Friends,

Next Sunday is a big day, and you’re invited!

First, it’s our first ever “Worship Together Sunday,” something new we’re trying a couple times a year. All children (1st Grade and up) will join us in the auditorium for a special service. This will never take the place of our dynamic children’s ministries, but it will remind us yearly of our rich history and bright future.

Does bringing children into the auditorium make you nervous? Please bring them anyway! We’re designing the entire service with everyone in mind. Even the message will be creatively different with multiple people sharing bits of God’s Word to encourage moms and dads, sons and daughters, married people, single people, children, students, employers and employees.

Why am I so excited for this special service? It’s a beautiful picture of God’s diverse family with only one thing in common… A love for Jesus and His good news!

Additionally, next Sunday is our annual Trunk or Treat (4-7 PM). Hundreds of children will swarm our parking lot in search of candy and fun.

Why is this one of my favorite events? Because it’s a great way to connect with our community. As you invite your friends, be sure to mention the hayrides, bouncy houses, marshmallows & fire pit, basketball competitions, pumpkin bowling, and a new food truck with freshly made donuts.

Costumed as Flo from Progressive and Jake from State Farm, Sarah and I look forward to seeing you there!

For the city,

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Bible Center in 5After every service, a staff member will take 5 minutes to share our church's vision and mission. If you’re new, please meet her at the front right of the Worship Center.Children's Choir Starts TodayParents of any child interested in singing in the Children’s Choir at Christmastime may contact Mary Ann Nelson (maryanelson@gmail.com). Rehearsals will take place between Sunday services (10:05-10:30 AM) in room 1105, today through mid-December. The Children’s Choir will sing at the Night of Worship on Sunday, Dec. 17.

CCRA Basketball LeagueIt's time to think about basketball! The church league is for players in K-12th grade who are not on any middle or high school team. Today is the last day to register online or on the app.CCRA Basketball Coaches NeededCoaches are needed for our K-12 church league, which will be forming soon. If you are interested in coaching grades K-2 or 3-5, contact Pastor Richard (rthompson). To coach grades 6-12, contact Pastor Matt (mgarrison).

Union Mission Crossroads DinnerDonate online, on the BCC app, or contact Sheri Skidmore (sskidmore) to make a monetary donation for the dinner which will be held on Thursday, Oct. 26.

Hymn SingOct. 29 • 8 AM • Rm. 3105/06 • Everyone is invited to join us for a time of singing hymns, hearing the stories behind the hymns, and even requesting some of your favorites. This is a great way to prepare your heart for the Sunday morning worship services.

Worship Together SundayOn Sunday, October 29, everyone (1st Grade and up) will worship together at 9 & 10:30 AM. Children's ministries will be available for Kindergarten and below, and ABFs will still meet.

All-In Email ListSign up for Pastor Matt's weekly "All-In" email update on the App under Events & Sign Up > Subscribe.

Financial AuditThe Fiscal Audit has been completed, and a clean opinion rendered. If you would like a report, an electronic copy can be obtained by emailing Romie Mundy (rmundy).

Nerf Wars (6th-8th Grades)Element, join us on Friday, Nov. 10 at 7 PM for a high energy night of dodging Nerf darts, strategizing against your leaders, and all-you-can-eat pizza. Bring a Nerf gun if you have one. Cost is $5.Coffee House (9th-12th Grades)Friday, Nov. 10 • Fusion, join us for a free night of great coffee, fun board games, and relaxing music. The night will start at 7 PM in the Gathering Space.WinterFest (9th-12th Grades)Ring in the new year in a spectacular way! On Dec. 30-Jan. 1 you can be at Liberty University rocking out to Skillet, Hollyn, Switchfoot, Lecrae, and many more! You will also have an opportunity to ride the slopes at Snowflex, grease your wheels at the skate park, and attend an artist Q&A. Register online by Sunday, Nov. 12. The cost is $150 and includes concert tickets, hotel room, and activities on the campus.

Lost & FoundMissing your Bible or serving dish? Stop by the Lost & Found–the cabinets in the South stairwell on Level 1. Unclaimed items will be discarded or donated on Nov. 1.

Keep Up With the LatestBible Center is committed to com-municating events and important information, such as inclement

weather alerts. Make sure that the info we have for you is up-to-date by going onto BC Central (click on the logo at the top of our website) or by calling the church office. If you have questions about your BC Central account, contact Jessica VonCrist (jvoncrist).

Notes of Sympathy• To Cindy Hawley, whose mother, Inge

Antonie Elizabeth Siebert Harrell, passed away.

• To Marc & Tammy Roberts, whose son, Eric Roberts, passed away. Eric was also the brother of Emiley Roberts-Schoolcraft.

Welcome toBIBLE CENTER!

@biblecenter@pastormattbcc

Matt Friend, Senior Pastor

NEXT SUNDAY:

Putting Mondayin Its Place

Colossians 3:18-4:6

TODAY'S MESSAGE:

Putting Othersin Their Place

Colossians 4:7-18

A Meal with Jesus: Discovering Grace, Community, and Mission around the Tableby Tim Chester

Putting Others in Their PlaceColossians 4:7-18

Eighth in a 9-part series titled: Victorious: Christ Has Won!

Pastor Matt Friend – October 22, 2017

This Week’s Book Recommendation

Top Ten People Building Bible Center Church:

1. Committed people – Tychicus (vv. 7-8)

2. Vulnerable people – Onesimus (v. 9)

3. Suffering people – Aristarchus & Paul (vv. 10, 18)

4. Forgiven people – Mark (v. 10)

5. Encouraging people – Justus (v. 11)

6. Praying people – Epaphras (vv. 12-13)

7. Professional people – Luke (v. 14)

8. Hospitable people – Nympha (v. 15)

9. Gifted people – Archippus (v. 17)

10. A Perfect Person – Jesus Christ (vv. 7, 12, 17)

So, what's today's main encouragement?

Be the person God made you to be so we can be

the church God wants us to be.

A N D C A R W A S H

butter & maple syrup • whipped creamsausage • fruit • milk, coffee, juice

venue: ram center gym • cost: $5

fundraiser for class tripsponsored by 6th & 7th grades

car wash cost: any donation amount(weather permitting)

Saturday, October 289:30am - 12pm