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MINISTRIES GUIDE WINTER 2014 DISCOVER HOW YOU CAN Get Connected Deepen Your Faith Volunteer Issue Date: January 15

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MINISTRIES GUIDEWINTER 2014

DISCOVER HOW YOU CANGet Connected

Deepen Your FaithVolunteer

Issue Date: January 15

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Reach Out Madison Park Church isn’t content with being “just us.” We

continually strive to reach out to our community—and around the world—serving our fellow neighbors.

Welcome In Sure, we’re a big church, but there’s plenty of room for

more! We’re committed to welcoming new folks each week and to helping everyone feel right at home.

Go Deep We love hanging out with the Madison Park family, but

we’re not just about socializing. We encourage everyone to get involved in a small group discussion or a Bible study class to help them grow in their faith.

Look Up We believe God is living, active and working for our good.

So as we pray, we watch expectantly for His intervention in ways that far exceed anything we could imagine.

A churchwide focus, there’s more challenges everyone to live out four practices:

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General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Worship Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Linger and Dine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Learn About the Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Ministry Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Sermons Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Email, Social Media & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Financial Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Children’s Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Weekday Child Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Special Children’s Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Junior High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Senior High . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Community Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Singles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Men . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Women . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Senior Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Quick Guide to Adult Classes, Groups and Bible Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Care and Encouragement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Counseling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Divorce . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Outreach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Volunteer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Subsidiary Ministries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Assistance & Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Church Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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Worship ServicesSUNDAY MORNING SERVICES9:00am and 10:45am – Main AuditoriumOur 9:00am worship service is a blend of traditional and contemporary music, featuring the Voices of Praise choir, and biblically grounded messages. Our 10:45am service features the same messages, but the music is more contemporary.• ListeningenhancementdevicesareavailableatGrandCentral.• ListenonlineatMadisonParkChurch.org.• CDsmaybeorderedattheGrandCentral.Cost:$3.00.

Linger and DineHOLY GROUNDSSundays from 8:30-11:30am The CommonsHolyGroundsservesgourmetcoffee,specialtydrinks,assortedpastries,andmore.Proceedsbenefitmissionsathomeandabroad.

HOSPITALITY ROOMBefore and After Worship Services Located off The Commons and the Crossroads Lobby Stop by and say “hello” to members of the church staff, after worship services. There’s no pressure. No fuss!

LIGHTHOUSE CAFÉWednesdays from 5:00-6:30pm The CommonsTheLighthouseCaféoffersfreshlypreparedmealsincludingamini-saladbar.Children’soptionsareavailable.SeemenuinThreadsnewsletteroratMadisonParkChurch.org.Cost:Adults-$6.00;Children-$4.00;CollegeStudentswithID-$4.00.Maximumof$22.00perfamily.

Learn About the ChurchEXPLORE MADISON PARKMadison Park Hospitality Room Upcoming class: February 19 at 6pm.AttendingtheExplore Madison Park class is an important step inbecomingmoreconnectedatMadisonParkChurchinafuninteractivewaytonotonlylearnmoreaboutMPC,buttomeetotherswho are journeying with you. Contact: Shelly Stottlemyer, Pastor of Connections.

Ministry LocationsMADISON PARK6607 Providence Drive Anderson, IN 46013

CROSS STREET CENTER2200 Madison Square Anderson, IN 46011

BROADWAY MINISTRY CENTER 1400 N. Broadway Anderson, IN 46012

Sermons OnlineAUDIO/VIDEO RECORDINGSMP3sandvideosoftheweeklysermonscanbefoundonlineat MadisonParkChurch.org/media.

Email, Social Media & MoreEMAIL GROUPSForthelatestMPCnewsandeventsinformationandarticles,subscribetothebi-weeklyemail.Don’temail?Askaboutourregularnewsletter mailing. Contact the Church Office or sign up online at MadisonParkChurch.org.

SOCIAL MEDIASeveralMPCstaffandministriescanbefoundontwitterandfacebook.Findacomprehensivelistoflinksat www.MadisonParkChurch.org/social.

TEXT MESSAGESReceivetextupdatesfromvariousMPCministries.Tosign-up,texttheassocatedkeywordto313131.Standard text message rates apply.

MINISTRY KEYWORD Children’sMinistries mpcTRAKs JuniorHighStudents mpcIMPACT SeniorHighStudents mpcIGNITE USPS MAILINGS Recieve postcard reminders of event calendars from various ministries. Contact the Church Office to request a ministry mailing.

Financial SupportWAYS TO GIVEMadisonParkChurchoperatesonthegenerouscontributionsofchurchgoers.Thinkingaboutgiving?Thereareseveralwaystodoso:• Giveduringtheofferingduringtheservice.• GiveonlineatMadisonParkChurch.org.• Drop-offyourcheckattheChurchOffice.• PlaceyourcheckinthesecuredropboxinTheCommons.

See Grand Central for assistance.• Mailyourcheckto:Madison Park Church of God, P.O. Box 2479,

Anderson, IN 46018-2479.• Directwithdrawl.Availableatnocharge.Contact Calvin

Pleninger at the Church Office for assistance.

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Children’s ChurchINFANT & TODDLER CARESundays, 9:00am and 10:45am – Children’s Ministry CenterWednesdays, 6:30pm – Children’s Ministry CenterMPC’snurseryprovideslovingcareforlittleonesandintroducesthemtoJesusthroughBiblestories.Pagersforparents/caregiversareavailable. Contact: Paula Spear, Children’s Ministries Pastor.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMSSundays, 9:00am and 10:45am – Children’s Ministry CenterWednesdays, 6:30pm – Children’s Ministry CenterChildreningradesK-5enjoycreativeBiblelessons,skits,videos,story-telling, and high energy music in a large group setting and then dismiss to small groups where they learn real life application of the lessons. Biblestories,memoryversesandmusicfillourpreschoolerlessons,as young children begin to develop a foundation for their relationship with Jesus. Contact: Paula Spear, Children’s Ministries Pastor.

Weekday Child CareKIDS LEARNING STATIONMPC’schildcareministryforchildrenagessixweeksthroughkindergarten.KidsLearningStationhoursare6:30am—6:00pm.Contact: Karen Billey, [email protected], (765) 646-6482.

NORTHKIDSWeekdays from 6:30am-6:00pm Cross Street Center (2200 Madison Square)NorthKidsprovidesquality,lovingcareforchildrenages1-5andthebestinafter-schoolchildcareforchildrengradesK-5duringtheschoolyear.Summerprogramsarealsooffered.NorthKidscombinesa Biblical and academic curriculum in a safe, friendly environment. Contact: Tracy Jones, [email protected], (765) 622-6379.

Special ClassesDIVORCE CARE FOR KIDS - DC4KSundays, 10:45am in Room 180A13-weekclassforchildrenages5-12ofdivorcedparentsoftenfeelalone,helpless,scared,sadandconfused.DivorceCareforKidsprovidesasafeandneutralplacetohelpkidsrecognizeandlearntoshare their feelings and heal from the pain caused by a separation ordivorce.TheprogramincludesaseparateadultDivorceCareat9:00aminRoom176.RegisteronlineatDivorceCare.orgorsignupinTheCommons.Contact: Diane Seelbach at (765) 278-5029.

SINGLE AND PARENTINGSundays, 9:00am in Room 177Singleparentsfaceuniquechallenges.Learntipsandparentingwisdomthatwillhelpyoufindrest,hopeandencouragement.Solicit advice from other single moms and dads, and pose your own questionsaboutsingle-parenthood.RegisterinTheCommonsoratSingleandParenting.org. Facilitator: Kelli McCord. Contact: Jackie Corn at the Church Office.

Children

Students STUDENT LEADERSHIP TEAMSJuniorHighandSeniorHighStudentLeadershipTeamsgathermonthlytoprovidefeedback,inspirationandideasforprogramsandevents.

MINISTRY TEAMSStudents who have a heart for service will enjoy participating on one of the ministry teams: Welcome Teams, Worship and Tech Teams. Contacts: JJ Perry, Junior High Ministries Pastor and Eric Reeder, Senior High Ministries Pastor.

Junior HighIMPACT—JUNIOR HIGHSundays, 10:45am – Crossroads AuditoriumJuniorHighstudentsmeetforahigh-energy,authenticandrelevantworship service. Contact: JJ Perry, Junior High Ministries Pastor.

IMPACT SMALL GROUPSWednesdays from 6:30-7:45pm – Room 176JuniorHighstudentsbreakdownintogradeandgendersmallgroupsfor deeper discussion and opportunities to build friendships with peers. Contact: JJ Perry, Junior High Ministries Pastor.

Senior HighIGNITE—SENIOR HIGHWednesdays from 6:00-8:00pm – Crossroads AuditoriumSeniorHighstudentscometogetherforaworshipservicefilledwith Bible based teaching and authentic times for relationships and experiencingGod.Contact: Eric Reeder, Senior High Ministries Pastor.

SENIOR HIGH CLASSSundays, 9:00am – Room 180Opentoallstudentsingrades9-12.Contact: Eric Reeder, Senior High Ministries Pastor.

SENIOR HIGH SMALL GROUPSSmall groups are a great opportunity to grow in your faith and deepenyourrelationshipwithGodandothers.Contact: Eric Reeder, Senior High Ministries Pastor.

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Alphabetical List

BIBLE TIME Wednesdays,6:30pm–HospitalityRoom/TheCommons EnjoyagoodmealwithfriendsinTheCommonsthenstayanhourlongertolearnmoreofGod’sWord!Instructor: Ron Matas.

BICYCLINGTuesdays(May-October)from6:00pmuntildark(weatherpermitting) MadisonParkParkingLot.Contact: Bruce Jones at [email protected] or (765) 602-3424.

BOWLING Justrollwithit!BeapartofabowlingteamatMadisonPark.Contact: Rob Spaulding at the Church Office.

CELEBRATE RECOVERYFridays from 6:30-9:30pm in Crossroads Auditorium Exploreseightprinciples,basedontheteachingofJesus,thathelpbring real live changes, provide healing from hurts accumulated overalifetimeandfreedomfromdestructivebehaviors.Childcareavailable. Contact: Randy Pierce at (765) 639-1656 or Jen Bell at (765) 610-6577.

CHRISTIAN GROWTH BIBLE STUDYSundays, 10:45am – Room 175 Studies of the scriptures, historical understanding from the church atlarge,includingtheChurchofGodMovement,andpracticalapplication for life today. Open to all ages. Instructors: Jerry Sipe, (765) 623-7072 and Darrel Sandall, (765) 778-1814.

COLLEGE AGE AND YOUNG ADULT BIBLE CLASSSundays, 9:00am – Room 175 Lookingforaclasstoattendwithothersyourage?ThisisabrandnewclassledbyJesseWilkersonbasedonfoundationalbibleteachingsandourPastor’sweeklysermons.

THE CONTEMPORARY CHRISTIANSundays, 9:00am - Room 178Insight,fromtheCorintians,forlivingbiblicalinamodernage.Instructor: Marty Samples, [email protected].

CREATIVE CHRISTIAN CRAFTERSMonday, 1:00-3:00pm – Hospitality RoomKnittingandcrochetgroupmeetsweeklytomakehats,scarvesandblanketsformissionsandiswillingtoteachanyoneinterestedinlearning. Contact: Maurine Conrad at (765) 622-9031.

DISCIPLESHIP ESSENTIALSSundays, 9:00am – Room 176 Wednesdays, 6:30pm – Room 182 Jesus’ownpatternofdisciple-makingwastobeintimatelyinvolvedwithothersandallowlifetorubagainstlife.Theworkbookdesignedfor this class will help you follow this pattern Jesus drew for us. WorkingthroughitwilldeepenyourknowledgeofessentialChristianteachingandstrengthenyourfaith.StudyGuidesavailable.Sunday Instructors: Deb and Roy Losch. Wednesday Instructor: Ellen Daniels.

DIVORCE CARESundays, 9:00am in Room 179DivorceCareisa13-weekclassandsupportgroupforpeoplewhoareseparatedordivorced.Aplacetobearoundpeoplewhounderstandwhat you are feeling and hear valuable information about ways to heal from the hurt of divorce. Register in The Commons or online at DivorceCare.org. Facilitators: Emily Kovacik and Kimberly Ritchhart. Contact: Emily Kovacik at [email protected].

DIVORCE CARE FOR KIDS (DC4K)Sundays, 10:45am – Room 180 A13-weekclassforchildrenages5-12ofdivorcedparents.DivorceCareforKidsprovidesasafeandneutralplacetohelpkidsrecognizeand learn to share their feelings and heal from the pain caused by separationordivorce.RegisteronlineatDivorceCare.orgorsignupinTheCommons.Instructors: Diann Seelback and Bruce and Karen Roberts. Contact: Diann Seelbach, (765) 278-5029.

FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY (FPU)Sundays, 10:45am – Room 177, begins February 2 Powerful.Enlightening.Fun.Weeklyvideolessonsanddiscussiongroups.DaveRamseyhasateachingstylethatissimpleandeasytounderstand.Hewillchangethewayyouthinkaboutmoney.Register at DaveRamsey.com. Walk-ins welcome. Instructor: Neal Kirby.

FRESH STARTSundays, 10:45am – Room 179, begins January 26 NewtoMadisonParkorjuststartingonyourfaithjourney?Besuretoincludethis10-weekclassinyourchurchexperience.FreshStartisa“backtothebasics”classdealingwiththefoundationalbeliefsofourfaith.Itisdesignedtoencouragediscussionsandaskquestionsinanon-threateningsetting.Ifyou’renewtofaith,havequestions,orjustneedaSpiritual“tuneup”thisclassisforyou.DiscussionguidesavailableatGrandCentral.Instructors: Cal Bloom and George Nalywaiko.

HOLY YOGAMonday and Thursday, 6:30pm-7:30pm – Room 175Thisco-edclassisnotareligionbutaspiritualdisciplinewiththeintentionalpracticeofconnectingourentirebeingwithGodtheFather,SonandHolySpiritwithcompleterelianceonGod’sWordand prayer. Holy Yoga invites participants to surrender and receive grace.Cost:$7.00asession.Freechildcareavailable.Contact: Jamie Wilkerson at [email protected].

HOPEKEEPERSFirst Sunday of each month at 10:45am – Hospitality Room Forindividualscopingwithchronicillnessandpain.Doesyourconditionkeepyoufromenjoyinglife?Thenthistimetogethermaybejustforyou.Familymembersarealsoencouragedtoattend.EnjoyacupofcoffeeorteafromHolyGroundsandjointhisjourneyofHope. Instructor: Linda Teeple, (765) 378-7838.

J.O.Y. (JUST OLDER YOUTH) Meets March - November ThirdThursdayMonthlyatNoon–CrossroadsAuditorium Opentoallsenioradults!Comeenjoyapitch-in-lunch,fellowshipandspecialspeakers.Leaders: Jim and Eddie Fox. Contact: Esther Crnkovich, [email protected].

LAW AND ORDER ON PURPOSE Sundays, 10:45am – The Commons Everyoneiswelcometojointhiswonderfullyuniqueclassanddiscussnewsubjectseachweek.Instructor: Sam Hanna.

MEN OF MADISON PARK Wednesdays, 6:30pm – Room 180 Menofallagesarewelcometobeapartofthisbiblestudyformen.Instructor: Mickey Foley, [email protected].

MENS’ BASKETBALL TEAMSSundays from 6:00-8:00pm – Cross Street Center Gym Allmenage18anduparewelcome.Contact: Rob Spaulding at the Church Office.

MENS’ CHURCH LEAGUE BASKETBALL TEAMSNovember—March Contact: Rob Spaulding at the Church Office.

AdultsSEE ALSO, PAGE 6 FOR QUICK GUIDE LIST.

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MEN’S MONDAY NIGHT BIBLE STUDY Monday, 6:30-8:30pm – Room 182 AsmallgroupBiblestudyformenofallages.Contact: Jeff Seulean at [email protected] or (765) 643-9233.

OPEN ROAD MOTORCYCLE RIDERSOpenRoadridersheadoutonthehighwaysandbywaysonallmakesand models of motorcycles to feel the wind in their faces and enjoy some encouraging and refreshing fellowship. Sign up on Facebook or contact Tim Covert at [email protected] or (765) 606-8575, or Tyler Barker at [email protected] or (765) 610-9448.

REAL LIFE Sundays, 10:45am – Rooms 176-178 Up-beatandinformal,thisclasstakesanindepthlookateverydayissuesthroughthefiberofscripture.Opentoallages.Instructor: Jim Fox, [email protected].

REFRESHER BIBLE STUDY FOR WOMEN Tuesdays, 9:00am–11:30am – Crossroads Auditorium, begins February 4 Feellikeyou’retoobusytohavetherelationshipwithGodyouwant?WeareexploringhowtofindintimacywithGodinthebusynessoflife. Join us for a great time of friendship and faith building as we studytheBibletogether.Childcareavailableat9:00am.Contact: Lisa Bitar, [email protected].

MPJ1:27 (MADISON PARK JAMES 1:27) Second Saturday of every month, 7:00am-8:00am – Rooms 175/177 MPJ1:27isanoutreachministryformenwithasimplemodelofministry to widows, widowers, single mothers and others in distress inourchurchandourcommunity.Applicationisrequired.Contact: Clark Simpson, [email protected], (765) 402-2753.

S.A.L.T. (SINGLE ADULTS LIVING TRUTH) Sundays, 6:00pm – Rooms 175/177, begins February 9 Allsinglesareinvitedtoattend!EnjoyBiblestudy,fellowshipandsocial activities throughout the year. Coordinators: Don Wilson and Wanda Anderson. Contact: Wanda Anderson, [email protected].

SINGLE AND PARENTINGSundays, 9:00am – Room 177, begins January 19 Singleparentsfaceanumberofuniquechallenges.Talkwithothersingle parents about the issues you’re facing. Solicit advice from other singlemomsanddads,andposeyourownquestionsaboutsingle-parenthood. Sign up in The Commons or online at singleandparenting.org. Instructor: Kelli McCord, [email protected].

SMALL GROUPSVarious Locations and Meeting Times Withmorethan50smallgroupsfromwhichtochoose,MadisonParkhassomethingforeveryone!Whetheryou’relookingforagroupthatisjustformenorwomen,volunteer-mindedorBiblestudybased,there is a small group that will deepen your faith and enrich your spiritual journey. To learn more, stop by Grand Central or contact Jackie Corn at the Church Office, [email protected].

SOFTBALL TEAMMadisonParkChurchparticipatesinaco-edfastpitchsoftballleague.Contact: Adam Farmer at (317) 442-5731.

TUESDAY MEN’S GROUPTuesdays, 6:00pm at McDonald’s on Scatterfield across from Mounds MallAsmallgroupBiblestudyformenofallages.Leader: Bill Mitchell. Contact: Ed Ferree at [email protected] or (765) 620-3729.

W.O.W (WOMEN OF THE WORD) Wednesdays, 6:30pm – Rooms 175/177 GrowdeeperinyourwalkwithGodandbeencouragedbyotherwomen through this indepth Bible study. Instructors: Jennifer Wilson, [email protected] and Barb Collier, [email protected].

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Quick Guide to Adult Classes, Groups and Bible Studies

SUNDAYS AT 9:00AMCollege Age and Young Adult Bible Class —Room 175 Discipleship Essentials—Room 176 Divorce Care—Room 179 Single and Parenting—Room 177 The Contemporary Christian—Room 178

SUNDAYS AT 10:45AMChristian Growth Bible Study—Room 175 Divorce Care For Kids (DC4K)—Room 180 Financial Peace University (FPU)—Room 177 Fresh Start—Room 179 HopeKeepers—Hospitality Room; First Sunday of each month Law and Order on Purpose—The Commons Real Life—Rooms 176-178 Worship Arts Class—TheCommonsStage

WEDNESDAYS AT 6:30PMBible Time—Hospitality Room /The Commons Discipleship Essentials—Room 182 Men of Madison Park—Room 180 W.O.W. (Women of the Word) —Rooms 175/177

COMMUNITY GROUPSRefresHer Bible Study for Women—Tuesdays, 9-11:30am, Crossroads Auditorium; begins February 4 MPJ1:27 – Second Saturday of every month, 7-8am,— Rooms 175/177 S.A.L.T. (Single Adults Living Truth) — Sundays, 6:00pm, Rooms 175/177; Begins February 9 J.O.Y. (Just Older Youth) — Third Thursday, March - November, Noon, Crossroads Auditorium

MENMen of Madison Park – Wednesdays, 6:30pm, Room 180 and Friday at 6:30pm, Room 180Mens’ Church League Basketball Teams – November—MarchMens’ Basketball Teams – Sundays from 6:00-8:00pm, Cross Street Center Gym Men’s Monday Night Bible Study – Monday, 6:30-8:30pm, Room 182Tuesday Men’s Group – Tuesday at 6:00pm at McDonald’s on Scatterfield across from Mounds MallMPJ1:27 (Madison Park James 1:27) – Second Saturday, monthly from 7:00-8:00am – Rooms 175/177

SENIOR ADULTSJ.O.Y. (Just Older Youth) – Third Thursdays, Noon, Crossroads Auditorium, March-November

SINGLESDivorce Care – Sundays, 9:00am, Room 179Divorce Care for Kids – Sundays, 10:45am, Room 180S.A.L.T. (Single Adults Living Truth) — Sundays, 6:00pm, Rooms 175/177; Begins February 9Single and Parenting – Sundays, 9:00am, Room 177

WOMENRefresher Bible Study – Tuesdays, 9:00-11:30am, Crossroads AuditoriumW.o.W. (Women of the Word) – Wednesdays, 6:30pm, Rooms 175-177Women’s Volleyball – Contact team leader for details

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Care & EncouragementBEREAVEMENT MINISTRYVolunteer Bereavement Team meets monthly mailing personal follow-upnotes,callsandvisitstothosegrieving.Volunteersprovidebereavement dinners for those who have lost a loved one. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.

CELEBRATE RECOVERYFridays from 6:30-9:30pm in Crossroads AuditoriumExploreseightprinciples,basedontheteachingofJesus,thathelpbring real live changes, provide healing from hurts accumulated overalifetimeandfreedomfromdestructivebehaviors.Childcareavailable. Contact: Randy Pierce at (765) 639-1656 or Jen Bell at (765) 610-6577.

HOPEKEEPERSFirst Sunday, monthly at 10:45am – Hospitality RoomForindividualscopingwithchronicillnessandpain.Doesyourconditionkeepyoufromenjoyinglife?Thenthistimetogethermaybe just for you. Family members are also encouraged to attend. Contact: Linda Teeple at [email protected] or (765) 378-7838.

HOSPITAL AND CONVALESCENT VISITATIONPastorsandvolunteersvisitparishionerswhoarehospitalizedorliving in convalescent centers. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.

MADISON PARK TROOPS SUPPORT TEAMAteamthatsupportsourtroopswithcarepackagesandprayer.To volunteer or register a service person or family to benefit from this ministry, contact Susie Davis at [email protected].

CounselingLINVILLE SERVICES – CHRISTIAN COUNSELINGBroadway Ministry CenterMadisonParkofferscounselingthroughacooperativerelationshipwithLinvilleServiceswhoprovidesquality,professional,distinctivelyChristiancounselingforfamily,couples,individuals,andadolescentsatanaffordablefee.Dayandeveningappointmentsavailable.VisitLinvilleServicesonlineatwww.LinvilleServices.com.Contact Linville Services at (765) 642-1853.

STEPHEN MINISTRYOne-on-oneChristiancaretothosegoingthroughcrisis.Caregivertraining provided. Contact: Nancy McCafferty at [email protected] or (765) 644-1472.

DivorceDIVORCE CARESundays, 9:00am in Room 179DivorceCareisa13-weekclassandsupportgroupforpeoplewhoareseparatedordivorced.Aplacetobearoundpeoplewhounderstandwhat you are feeling and hear valuable information about ways to heal from the hurt of divorce. Register in The Commons or online at DivorceCare.org. Facilitators: Emily Kovacik and Kimberly Ritchhart. Contact: Emily Kovacik at [email protected].

DIVORCE CARE FOR KIDS - DC4KSunday at 10:45am in Room 180A13-weekclassforchildrenages5-12ofdivorcedparentsoftenfeelalone,helpless,scared,sadandconfused.DivorceCareforKidsprovidesasafeandneutralplacetohelpkidsrecognizeandlearntoshare their feelings and heal from the pain caused by a separation ordivorce.TheprogramincludesaseparateadultDivorceCareat9:00aminRoom176.RegisteronlineatDivorceCare.orgorsignupinTheCommons.Instructors: Diann Seelbach and Bruce and Karen Roberts. Contact: Diann Seelbach at (765) 278-5029.

SINGLE AND PARENTINGSundays, 9:00am – Room 177, begins January 19 Singleparentsfaceanumberofuniquechallenges.Talkwithothersingle parents about the issues you’re facing. Solicit advice from other singlemomsanddads,andposeyourownquestionsaboutsingle-parenthood. Sign up in The Commons or online at singleandparenting.org. Instructor: Kelli McCord, [email protected].

HealthHEALTH MINISTRYParishNursesandCareTeamsprovideaholisticapproachtoHealthCare.Bypromotingknowledge,positivechoices,andspiritualliving,ourcommunitycanexperiencehealthandwellnessofspirit,mind,and body. Contact: Lynn Simpson at (765) 779-0004.

OutreachDOVE HARBOR Broadway Ministry CenterThis ministry to women provides transitional housing and educational programsinasupportive,Christ-centeredenvironmentthatpromotesgrowth toward spiritual and emotional wholeness. Contact: Deanna Zimmer at [email protected] or (765) 642-1853.

JAIL MINISTRYThe jail visitation team visits and provides ministry to prisoners. Contact: Barbara Collier at [email protected] or (765) 734-1611.

Support

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Children’s MinistryVOLUNTEER TEAMS AND POSITIONS• Nursery/Toddler/PreschoolTeachingTeam• K-5thLargeGroupandSmallGroupLeaders• SpecialNeedsAssistant• Tech Team• SnackDistributionTeam• FirstImpressionsTeam• Greeting/Check-InAttendant• MaterialsSuppliesPreparationTeam• SpecialEventChildcareTeam• CreativeEnvironment/SetDesignTeam• SpecialEventsPhotographer

Youth/Student MinistryVOLUNTEER TEAMS AND POSITIONS•Mentor/Counselor• SmallGroupLeader• Transportation Team• Room/SpaceSet-UpTeams•Welcoming/ConnectingTeam• SpecialNeedsAssistant• Food Prep Team• Tech Team

Adult Classes and GroupsVOLUNTEER AND POSITIONS• SmallGroupFacilitator• ClassInstructors

Front Door MinistryVOLUNTEER TEAMS AND POSITIONS• GreeterTeam• ParkingValetTeam• LighthouseCaféServersandAttendants• GrandCentralTeam• HolyGroundCoffeeBarTeam• HospitalityHost/Hostess

Facilities/MaintenanceVOLUNTEER TEAMS AND POSITIONS• LandscapeMaintenanceTeam• Furniture Repairman• Painter

Church OfficeVOLUNTEER TEAMS AND POSITIONS• InvolvementwithDoveHarbor• AssistanceintheChurchLibrary

Special EventsVOLUNTEER TEAMS AND POSITIONS• Set-upCrew• DoorGreeters

Music/Worship ArtsVOLUNTEER TEAMS AND POSITIONS• ServingCommunion• TechnicalArts(Audio/Video)Team.•Usher Team

VOICES OF PRAISE CHOIRPractice Wednesdays from 6:30pm-8:15pm – Rehearsal RoomThe “Voices of Praise” choir is open to all who wish to participate. Contact: Steve Williamson, Worship Arts Pastor, at the Church Office.

SCRIPTURE AND DRAMATIC READERSAnyoneiswelcometoparticipate.Contact: Steve Williamson at the Church Office.

HANDBELL CHOIRAnyonemayparticipateinthehandbellchoir,nomusicalexperienceneeded. Practice times vary. Contact: Tom Evans at (765) 374-3744.

ORCHESTRARehearsal times vary – Main Auditorium Allinstrumentalistswithfouryearsexperienceormorearewelcome.Contact: Scott Lutterman at (765) 278-9430.

PRAISE BANDAuditionsrequiredtoparticipateinthePraiseBand. Contact: Steve Williamson, Worship Arts Pastor, at the Church Office.

CHARLES DICKENS’ A CHRISTMAS CAROLMadisonPark’sproductionofA Christmas Carol is revised each year with new surprises and twists. Contact: Steve Williamson, Worship Arts Pastor, at the Church Office.

SOUND/LIGHTING/PROJECTION TEAMVolunteerswithexperienceinsound,lightingandprojectionarewelcome. Contact: Ryan Woolsey at the Church Office.

WORSHIP ARTS OFFICE HELPVolunteersarewelcometohelpintheWorshipArtsOffice withavarietyoftasks.Contact: Steve Williamson, Worship Arts Pastor, at the Church Office.

WORSHIP ARTS SMALL GROUPSMonthly Group Second and fourth Sunday, monthly Riverwood, 228 Gilmore Road, AndersonContact: Cheryl Stanley at [email protected] or (765) 649-9825.

MissionsTEEPLE (MISSION FOCUSED) SMALL GROUPContact Jackie Corn at the Church Office.

Volunteer

GLOBAL X ADVENTURES 2014CBHtripdatesarebeingsolidified,butopportunitiesinplaceslikeHaiti,Coted’Ivoire,Kenya,India,Brazil,Lebanon,Ukraineandmorewillbeavailable.Contact: John Walters at [email protected] or (765) 648-2122 or Doug Linville at (765) 642-1853.

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Prayer and CareCELEBRATE RECOVERYVolunteersarevitaltothislife-changingministry.CelebrateRecoverymeetsFridayat6:30pminCrossroadsAuditorium.Contact: Randy Pierce at (765) 639-1656 or Jen Bell at (765) 610-6577.

HEALTH MINISTRYTheHealthMinistryofMadisonParkChurchofGodencouragesandsupports health and wellness of spirit, mind, and body. By promoting knowledge,positivechoices,andspiritualliving,thiscommunityoffaithcanbetterexpandthekingdom.

MPJ127See item in Adults listing.

ALTAR PRAYER COUNSELORSPrayercounselorsaretrainedtoworkwiththoseseekingaprayerpartner following worship services. Contact: Mike Schwartz, Pastoral Care Pastor, at the Church Office.

COME AND GO PRAYERMonday from 5:00-8:00pm – Main AuditoriumThe altars are open for prayer time. Contact: Norma Armogun at [email protected] or (765) 641-3066.

PRAYER MINISTRYThis ministry provides intercessory prayer for our staff, church, community, nation, and world. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.

BEREAVEMENT MINISTRYVolunteerBereavementTeammeetsmonthlytomailpersonalfollow-upnotes,makephonecallsandvisitthosegrieving.Volunteersprovide bereavement dinners for those who have lost a loved one. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.

HOSPITAL AND CONVALESCENT VISITATIONPastorsandvolunteersvisitparishionerswhoarehospitalizedorliving in convalescent centers. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.

JAIL MINISTRYThe jail visitation team visits and provides ministry to prisoners. Contact: Barbara Collier at [email protected] or (765) 734-1611.

STEPHEN MINISTRYOne-on-oneChristiancaretothosegoingthroughcrisis.Caregivertraining provided. Contact: Nancy McCafferty at [email protected] or (765) 644-1472.

Subsidiary MinistriesDOVE HARBORBroadway Ministry Center This ministry to women provides transitional housing and educational programsinasupportive,Christ-centeredenvironmentthatpromotesgrowth toward spiritual and emotional wholeness. Contact: Deanna Zimmer at [email protected] or (765) 642-1853.

MIRIAM PROJECT ADOPTION AGENCYBroadway Ministry CenterTheMiriamProjectprovidesadoptionservicestobirthfamiliesand adoptive families in an effort to place children in loving, Christ-centeredhomes.Contact: Brooke Mathis LeMay at [email protected] or (765) 640-1580.

KIDS LEARNING STATIONMadison Park Site (6607 Providence Drive) MPC’schildcareministryforchildrenagessixweeksthroughkindergarten.KidsLearningStationhoursare6:30am—6:00pm.Contact: Karen Billey, [email protected], (765) 646-6482.

NORTHKIDSWeekdays from 6:30am-6:00pm Cross Street Center (2200 Madison Square)NorthKidsprovidesquality,lovingcareforchildren6weeks–age5andthebestinafter-schoolchildcareforchildrenK-5duringtheschoolyear.Summerprogramsarealsooffered.NorthKidscombinesaBiblicaland academic curriculum in a safe, friendly environment. Contact: Tracy Jones, [email protected], (765) 622-6379.

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Bays,Kelli Executive AdministratorCorn,Jacquelyn Administrative Assistant, Spiritual Formation / Business AdministratorDaniels,Rolland Senior Associate PastorDenniston,Melanie Director, NorthKids and Kids Learning StationDillmon,Brenda Receptionist/Connection Power Coordinator/Administrative Assistant to ConnectionsEuneman,Marti Events / Volunteer Coordinator

Evans,Tom Administrative Assistant, BookkeepingEviston,Jennifer Administrative Assistant to Senior Associate Pastor/Office ManagerFauntleroy,Becky Communications AssistantFoley,Mickey, Spiritual Formation DirectorHodge, Ben Worship Co-Director Hollingsworth, Rhonda Administrative Assistant, Student & Children’s MinistriesHorning,Cherilyn Program Manager, Dove Harbor

LeMay,Brooke Case Worker, Miriam ProjectLinville,April Counselor, Counseling ServicesLinville,Doug Director, The Miriam Project, Dove Harbor, Missions, Counseling ServicesMajeski,Kevin Communications DirectorMalbone,Tom Visitation, Pastoral CareNobles,Donna Administrative Assistant, Worship ArtsPerry, JJ Junior High Ministries Pastor

Pleninger,Calvin Bookkeeping / Computer ServicesReeder,Eric Senior High Ministries PastorRenschler,Alvin Madison Park Facilities ManagerRobinson,Ali Early Childhood CoordinatorRodecap,Amber Elementary CoordinatorSchwartz,Mike Pastoral Care PastorSpaulding, Rob Business AdministratorSpear, Paula Children’s Ministries Pastor

Stottlemyer, Shelly Connections PastorWest, Stephen Worship Co-DirectorWilliamson, Steve Worship Arts PastorWoolsey, Ron Administrative Assistant, Pastoral CareWoolsey, Ryan Technical Arts DirectorZimmer,Deanna Director of Resource Development, Dove Harbor

Listed alphabetically, by last name. Church staff can be contacted by phone at (765) 642-2000. Staff emails are first initial and last name (for example, [email protected]).

Church Staff

VALET PARKING SERVICEDriveuptothemainentranceandavaletattendantwillassistyou.Morethan100vehiclesareparkedeachSundaywiththeValetParkingService.

LIBRARYOpen weekdays, 8:30am-4:30pm at the Cross Street Center Checkoutawidevarietyofbooksandvideosthatwillhelpyoubetransformed by renewing your mind. Contact: Jackie Corn at the Church Office.

GRAND CENTRAL AT MADISON PARKSunday, 8:30am-12:30pm – The Commons Purchasebooks,videos,CDsandmore.

LISTENING ENHANCEMENT DEVICESListeningEnhancementDevicesareavailableforcheckoutatGrandCentrallocatedinTheCommons.

MEDICAL SUPPLY HOUSEVolunteerspick-up,repair,anddeliverdonatedhospitalequipmentto members. Contact: Pastoral Care Office.

BAPTISMS AND DEDICATIONSWantingtoknowmoreaboutbaptismordedicationsatMadisonPark?AnymemberofourPastoralStaffwillhappilymeetwithyoutoansweryourquestionsandhelpyoutakeyournextstep.If you don’t have a particular pastor that you’d like to meet with, contact Pastor Mike Schwartz at the Church Office.

WEDDINGS AT MADISON PARKInterestedingettingmarriedatMadisonPark? Contact: Shaiya Badgley, Wedding Coordinator at (765) 610-9586 or [email protected].

FACILITY RENTAL Lookingforaconvenientlocationforyourspecialevent?MadisonParkoffersawiderangeoffacilityservices.Contact: Marti Euneman at the Church Office.

MIRIAM PROJECT ADOPTION AGENCYBroadway Ministry CenterTheMiriamProjectprovidesadoptionservicestobirthfamiliesand adoptive families in an effort to place children in loving, Christ-centeredhomes.Contact: Brooke Mathis LeMay at [email protected] or (765) 640-1580.

LINVILLE COUNSELING SERVICESBroadway Ministry CenterMadisonParkofferscounselingthroughacooperativerelationshipwithLinvilleServiceswhoprovidesquality,professional,distinctivelyChristiancounselingforfamily,couples,individuals,andadolescentsatanaffordablefee.Dayandeveningappointmentsavailable. Contact the Broadway Ministry Center at (765) 642-1853.

Assistance & Resources

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Kitchen

Grand Central

Main Auditorium The CommonsRehearsal Room

Crossroads Lobby

Loft

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THE COMMONSJustinsidethemainentrance,TheCommonsserves as a gathering place to meet and mingle, share a treat from Holy Grounds,orenjoyaWednesdayeveningdinneratLighthouseCafé.

MAIN AUDITORIUMTheMainAuditoriumislocatedoffTheCommons,andhostsweekendworship services as well as concerts, conferences and community events throughout the year.

CROSSROADS AUDI-TORIUMAdjacenttotheMainEntrance,CrossroadsAuditoriumincludesastage,tableseating,akitchenareaand a loft.

HOLY GROUNDSHolyGroundsservesgourmetcoffee,specialtydrinks,assortedpastries,andmore.Proceedsbenefitmissionsathomeandabroad.

HOSPITALITY ROOMJustinsidetheMainEntrance,theHospitalityRoomisagreatplacetovisittogatherinformationaboutMadisonParkChurchandpick-upawelcomebag.

GRAND CENTRALLocatedinTheCommons,GrandCentralisstaffedbyfriendlyvolunteerswhowillansweryourquestionsandprovideassistance.Listeningenhancementdevicesareavailablehere.

MAIN STREETSeverallargeroomsoffthesouthendofTheCommonslineMainStreetandareusedformeetingroomsthroughouttheweek.

CHILDREN’S CENTERAttheendofMainStreet,TheChildren’sCenterincludesthenursery/toddlercareareaaswellasseverallargeclassrooms.

REHEARSAL ROOMLocatedbackstage,theRehearsalRoom–equippedwithapiano,soundsystem,andvideoprojection–servesWorshipArtsrehearsalsand special events.

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MadisonParkChurch.org (765)642-2000Mailing Address P.O.Box2479 Anderson,IN46018Worship Site, Kids Learning Center 6607ProvidenceDrive Anderson,IN46013Church Offices, North Kids, Gymnasium 2200MadisonSquare Anderson,IN46011Scatterfield Center 2604N.ScatterfieldRoad Anderson,IN46012