GROWING PEOPLE CHANGE WITHIN
The Holy Spirit wants to work in every one of us to make us more and more like Jesus—knowing him better, loving God and our neighbors and making disciples. And this doesn’t happen in isolation. At Friends Church, we believe we grow best when we’re in community with one another.
“I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
-Jesus, John 10:10
“I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
-Jesus, John 10:10
NORTH OLMSTED CAMPUS
SUNDAYS
9:30 AM
CROSSROADS YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
UPPER ROOM // CROSSROADS LEADERSHIP TEAM
For young adults ages 18-28. Connect with your peers as you grow, encourage, and support one another in your walk with Christ through relevant Biblical teaching and life application. For more information, contact Pastor Adam.
For young adults ages 18-28. Connect with your peers as you grow, encourage, and support one another in your walk with Christ through relevant Biblical teaching and life application. For more information, contact Pastor Adam.
EVERY THOUGHT CAPTIVE (MAY)
CONFERENCE ROOM // GINA GLAZER
Cost of materials: $12
Are your thoughts drawing you closer to God or pulling you away? Are they building you up or tearing you down? Like molten glass, our lives are constantly being shaped and molded by our thoughts.
Join this five-session Bible study in May (video access included) as we forge a path through the world’s distractions and lies and get to the heart of true spiritual growth: the renewing of your mind (Romans 12:2).
This isn't a study on the power of positive thinking but about learning how God made your brain. Learn how setting your thoughts on Christ can create new patterns of thought that will change your life.
(Materials developed by Pastor Kyle Idleman)
Cost of materials: $12
Are your thoughts drawing you closer to God or pulling you away? Are they building you up or tearing you down? Like molten glass, our lives are constantly being shaped and molded by our thoughts.
Join this five-session Bible study in May (video access included) as we forge a path through the world’s distractions and lies and get to the heart of true spiritual growth: the renewing of your mind (Romans 12:2).
This isn't a study on the power of positive thinking but about learning how God made your brain. Learn how setting your thoughts on Christ can create new patterns of thought that will change your life.
(Materials developed by Pastor Kyle Idleman)
PRACTICING THE WAY: SOLITUDE (JUNE)
CONFERENCE ROOM // GARY CRAUN
In an increasingly distracted and noisy world, we need solitude more than ever. The practice of solitude mimics Jesus’ rhythm of retreat and return: retreat from people and distractions to be with God, in order to return to community in love and service.
Join us in the month of June to discover how solitude helps us...
...break free from noise and distractions to be in the presence of God.
...face emotions that live below the surface of our lives and bring them to God.
...quiet ourselves so we can hear scriptural truth and fight against the enemies of our soul.
...find its highest purpose by opening ourselves to God’s personal voice and enjoying his love.
In an increasingly distracted and noisy world, we need solitude more than ever. The practice of solitude mimics Jesus’ rhythm of retreat and return: retreat from people and distractions to be with God, in order to return to community in love and service.
Join us in the month of June to discover how solitude helps us...
...break free from noise and distractions to be in the presence of God.
...face emotions that live below the surface of our lives and bring them to God.
...quiet ourselves so we can hear scriptural truth and fight against the enemies of our soul.
...find its highest purpose by opening ourselves to God’s personal voice and enjoying his love.
PRACTICING THE WAY: PRAYER (JULY)
CONFERENCE ROOM // GARY CRAUN
The Prayer Practice will help you learn to set aside dedicated time to intentionally be with God, in order to become like Him and partner with Him in the world.
Join us in the month of July as we learn the pragmatics of prayer to help us...
...begin habituating and fine-tuning a daily prayer rhythm.
...bring our pain, hopes, joys, and fears to God in a personalized way.
...not just talk to God, but learn to listen and hear his voice.
...learn about the type of prayer that goes beyond words to simple loving presence, or what the ancient Christians called “union” with God.
The Prayer Practice will help you learn to set aside dedicated time to intentionally be with God, in order to become like Him and partner with Him in the world.
Join us in the month of July as we learn the pragmatics of prayer to help us...
...begin habituating and fine-tuning a daily prayer rhythm.
...bring our pain, hopes, joys, and fears to God in a personalized way.
...not just talk to God, but learn to listen and hear his voice.
...learn about the type of prayer that goes beyond words to simple loving presence, or what the ancient Christians called “union” with God.
11 AM
SERMON DISCUSSION GROUP
CONFERENCE ROOM // MARK BREWSTER
Discuss the sermon using relevant questions provided by the day’s preaching pastor.
Discuss the sermon using relevant questions provided by the day’s preaching pastor.
MID-WEEK
WEDNESDAY MORNINGS
THE LETTERS OF JOHN
10:30 AM // FAMILY LIFE CENTER // PASTOR RICH BENNETT
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS
WEEKLY FELLOWSHIP DINNER
Our regular Wednesday evening dinners are on hold for the summer to give our Mary and Martha Ministry Team a well-deserved break. Join us when we resume in August for food and fellowship before engaging in classes for kids, teens and adults.
MIDWEEK WITH MARK (SERMON DISCUSSION GROUP)
6:30 PM // FAMILY LIFE CENTER // MARK BREWSTER
Gather for an informal time of fellowship and discussion about Sunday's sermon and other things you are learning in your walk with Jesus. Feel free to bring your own supper!
Gather for an informal time of fellowship and discussion about Sunday's sermon and other things you are learning in your walk with Jesus. Feel free to bring your own supper!
SATURDAYS
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY
8 AM // CONFERENCE ROOM // GENE KUSHNER & RANDY JOHR
Join other men weekly for breakfast, Bible study, and relevant, topical conversation.
Join other men weekly for breakfast, Bible study, and relevant, topical conversation.
ELYRIA CAMPUS
SUNDAYS
9:30 AM
ELYRIA SUNDAY PRAYER GROUP
ADULT CLASSROOM
Gather for informal prayer and fellowship each Sunday at the Elyria campus as we lift up our church and one another. Open to all teens and adults.
Gather for informal prayer and fellowship each Sunday at the Elyria campus as we lift up our church and one another. Open to all teens and adults.