Westbrook Christian Church

June Step Up

dennis.lopez — Sun, 13 May 2012 15:59:32 +0000

tHis Generation is preparing for our June Ministry Step Up! A few events are taking place and we want to make sure to communicate with you. First of all, Step Up Weekend is scheduled for June 1-3 (Friday through Sunday).

KINDERGARTEN STEP UP PARTY
All incoming Kindergarteners are invited to an Ice Cream Party on Friday, June 1 at 6:30 PM. Come, have fun, make new friends and meet the leaders of this class.

AVENUE56 STEP UP PARTY
On Saturday, June 2, all new 5th and 6th graders are invited for a Step Up Party! We’ll meet a the Ministry Center at 3:00PM for an Avenue56 BBQ. We’ll be serving hotdogs, chips, a cookie and a soda. If you’d prefer, you can bring something to eat.

STEP UP WEEKEND
During the weekend services, June 2 & 3, all of our kids will “step up” to the next age or grade level class.

Westbrook Motorcycle Riders

dennis.lopez — Sun, 13 May 2012 15:53:03 +0000

The Motorcycle Riders Group that started a few years ago is being restarted. we want to gather a list of riders and plan a few group rides this summer/fall. If you are interested in being a part of the Westbrook Motorcycle Riders Group, write “Motorcycle” on your In-touch card during church service or contact Gus Athanasopoulos at gus.a2272@gmail.com or (630)877-7718. You’ll be added to our email list to receive information on our riders. Invite your motorcycle riding friends to join us!

Graduates

dennis.lopez — Sun, 06 May 2012 17:00:53 +0000

Westbrook is currently compiling a list of graduates for 2012. If you have an 8th Grade, High School, College or Post College Graduate student in your family, please let us know by placing their name and info on your In-Touch Card during church service.

Christian Life Development – May 19 & May 20

dennis.lopez — Sun, 06 May 2012 17:00:49 +0000

SATURDAY & SUNDAY / May 19 & 20

What’s the big deal about CLD at Westbrook? We are committed to creating opportunities for you to Explore, Experience and Express the incredibly full life that Christ has come to give and give in overflowing abundance! We believe the best launching pad for growth in your journey with God can be found by participating in our Christian Life Development opportunities! Our next Growth Weekend will begin with CLD 100 on Saturday, May 19. In CLD 100, you will hear the story of the birth of Westbrook and learn about our vision for impacting our community and the world. You’ll also hear what we value as a ministry and our strategy for equipping you to become a growing Christ-follower. Our follow up CLD sessions 200, 300 & 400 will follow the next day on Sunday, May 20 from 2:00 to 5:00PM here at Westbrook. If you are ready to take the next steps in the CLD process, be sure to stop by the Ministry Table in the foyer and sign up. You can also indicate your interest on your In-Touch card during church service.

CLD 100: Westbrook’s Vision & Values (Saturday, May 19)

CLD 200: Spiritual Habits (Sunday, May 20, 2:00 to 5:00PM)

CLD 300: Spiritual Gifts (Sunday, May 20, 2:00 to 5:00PM)

CLD 400: Sharing Your Story (Sunday, May 20, 2:00 to 5:00PM)

*Contact Rob Daniels at (630) 759-4320 if you are interested in attending.

As Long As I Breathe

dennis.lopez — Sun, 06 May 2012 17:00:36 +0000

Have you pre-ordered a CD of Westbrook’s very first live worship recording AS LONG AS I BREATHE? If you haven’t done so yet, feel free to stop by the table in the lobby and order a copy today. This professionally mixed and mastered CD will feature 12 of Westbrook’s original worship songs and captures the hearts of some 200+ people pouring out their hearts to God right here at Westbrook. All proceeds go first to cover the cost of production and then to the ministry of Westbrook Church.

Landscaping Day – May 19

dennis.lopez — Sun, 06 May 2012 17:00:08 +0000

Saturday, May 19 – 9:00 AM.

Would you and your family be willing to help plant flowers and add mulch to the landscape around Westbrook? This is a great opportunity to help get Westbrook ready for Spring! Be sure to bring your trowels, shovels, rakes and wheel barrel and help give an outdoor face-lift to our facility. Just write on “LANDSCAPE” your In-Touch Card during church service.

Contact the Ministry Center at (630) 759-4320 with any questions.

CIY:MOVE – June 18-23. Registration ends May 13

dennis.lopez — Sun, 06 May 2012 17:00:07 +0000

High Schoolers and Parents, CIY:Move is coming soon!

Move is a summer conference at Hope University in Holland, MI that Westbrook students have been going to for the past 10 years. This event is highly recommended. It is life-impacting! The cost for the trip is $350.00. Registration forms and payment are due no late r than next Sunday, May 13. If you would like more information, you can go to the Westbrook website or talk to Marc Fry.

Green Grass Grows

Administrator — Thu, 03 May 2012 15:04:53 +0000

Remember the song, “I Can’t Get No Satisfaction.” Forty-five years later you still hear that as a common complaint. All the time you meet people who are unhappy, unfulfilled, and unsatisfied. Frankly, our whole lives are filled with more discontent than anything. You see all the things that you can’t have and your discontent level rises proportionally.

If you were to believe what the commercials tell you, you would believe that contentment was something that could be sprayed on, rolled, inhaled, eaten or driven. As if all of these products would give you lasting contentment. They don’t. What is the secret of a satisfying life? If you could bottle contentment you could make a million dollars overnight.

Philippians 4:11-12 “.. I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation…”

What is contentment? It is not apathy, laziness, complacency. Contentment is independent from circumstances. You do not base your happiness on the situation around you. Happiness comes from within. How do you get that kind of contentment and satisfaction in life? Paul says contentment is learned. It’s not something that’s instant, in a one-time experience. Life is a school of contentment and the problem is that most people never learn these lessons and they die unfulfilled and unsatisfied and unhappy. How do you learn to be content and satisfied is the focus of this series. The Rat Race treadmill of life tells us one way to find that elusive dream, but God’s word tells us another. Be sure to join us at Westbrook every weekend this month for this engaging series.

May 12-13 – Earn More Money
May 19-20 – Buy More Things
May 26-27 – Keep Going

Man Vs. Trial

Administrator — Wed, 02 May 2012 20:58:49 +0000

“Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego answered King Nebuchadnezzar, “Your threat means nothing to us. If you throw us in the fire, the God we serve can rescue us from your roaring furnace and anything else you might cook up, O king. But even if he doesn’t, it wouldn’t make a bit of difference, O king. We still wouldn’t serve your gods or worship the gold statue you set up.” – Dan 3:16-18 MSG

Annual tHis Generation Registration

dennis.lopez — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:28:17 +0000

In an effort to ensure we have the most accurate and current information for our Kingdom Avenue, Avenue56 and Generation 4:8 participants, it is time for our annual tHis Generation Registration. If you have a household member or members that participate in any of these ministries, please go to http://westbrookchurch.org/youth-ministries/annual-registration/ to complete the registration form for your household. This information will be used to update our records. All information is confidential and will only be shared with authorized Westbrook staffs and volunteers. The website registration will remain available through May 20. Following May 20, manual registration will be required. Your assistance on this is greatly appreciated.

Summer Bible Blast! – Aug 6-10

dennis.lopez — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 17:00:33 +0000

Here’s an incredible and easy way to make an impact in your community….even in your own backyard! Summer Bible Blast is a week long event for kids that has the potential to transform your neighborhood. How you ask? by hosting one of these events at your house! If you already have lots of neighborhood kids who play and hang out at your house with your kids, this opportunity is especially for you. This is also a great way for small groups to work and serve together. Our SBB Team is currently working and preparing to provide all the materials and resources you’ll need. What do you say? Wanna have a BLAST this summer? Host a Summer Bible Blast at your house! If you’re interested or would like more information, let us know by writing “SBB” on your In-Touch Card no later than May 6. You can also call Marc Fry at the office 630-759-4320 or email at marc.fry@westbrookchurch.org or call the Ministry Center with any question or to request more information.