BaptismsCarissa Dilk • Rachel McDonald • Michele Miller • Anthony Mulinaro

Connection CardOctober 1–2, 2016

Please indicate which service❏ 6pm ❏ 9am ❏ 10:45am

❏ Video Venue 10:45am

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SympathyOur prayers and sympathy go out to James and Marilou Crabtree

and family in the death of their daughter, Debbi Calvin.Our prayers and sympathy go out to Joan Toombs and family

in the death of Joan’s husband, David Toombs.

Offering Weekend: 9/24–25 Weekly Need Weekly Actual YTD Need YTD TotalsOperating/Debt SVC $ 138,462.00 $ 129,045.68 $ 1,800,006.00 $ 1,711,808.06Debt Retirement (10yr goal) $ 11,538.00 $ 341.54 $ 149,994.00 $ 7,949.38Sub-Total $ 150,000.00 $ 129,045.68 $ 1,950,000.00 $ 1,719,757.44 Total CollectedGlobal Impact $ $ 69,411.44Future Expansion $ $ 457,678.89Total Collected $ 129,045.68

Free Blood Pressure ChecksAfter each worship service, stop by the Health Ministries

Room just north of Guest Connections and take advantage of this opportunity to check your health.

Missions

STATISTICS September 24–25, 2016

IMPACT 820Online 440

On Campus 3,577Additions to date 171

Weekly ServicesSATURDAY, 6pm

Adult WorshipInterpreted for the DeafBibleopolis infant–4th grade

fifty-six 5th–6th grade (SMC)seventy8 7th–8th grade (SMC)

SUNDAY, 9amAdult Worship

Bibleopolis infant–4th gradeSpecial Needs Class

Bibleopolisfifty-six 5th–6th grade (SMC)seventy8 7th–8th grade (SMC)

SUNDAY, 10:45amAdult Worship

Video Venue (SMC)Bibleopolis infant–4th grade

SUNDAY, 6pmHS Engage

9th–12th grade (SMC)

(SMC) Student Ministries Center407 N. Bluff Road

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Need to raise funds for a student or mission trip, check out the SCRIP table in the Commons or visit the Missions Wall for a fundraising booklet.Mexico (Acuna) Mission Trip — October 16-21, 2016Myanmar (Burma) Mission Trip — October 29-November 12, 2016Kenya Mission Trip — January 7-17, 2017 Next meeting October 9, room C102, after second service.Guatemala Mission Trip — March 18-25, 2017 Next meeting November 20, room C103, after second service.Haiti Mission Trip — March 18-25, 2017 Next meeting November 20, room C102, after second service.Dominican Republic Mission Trip — March 25-April 1, 2017 Next meeting November 20, room C101, after second service.Kentucky Mission Trip — March 27-31, 2017 Next meeting November 20, room C301, after second service.Poland (Tomaszow) Mission Trip — June 2-11, 2017 Info meeting November 20, room C302 following second service.Kissimmee, Florida Mission Trip — June 26–July 6, 2017 Informational meeting Nov 20, 2016, room C202, after second service.Poland (Zakosciele) Mission Trip — July 14-23, 2017 Info meeting November 20, room C101 following second service.

For more information, contact Chad Ranson at cranson@mpccministry.com.

SOUL CARE Christ in Couples — This ongoing class meets Sunday at 9am in room P101 (floor below Chapel) and is for couples of all ages/stages who want to live a Christ-led marriage. All married couples are welcome!CHILDREN Fall Break — The middle weekend of fall break October 15-16 will be a worship together weekend for Elementary. Upper Bibleopolis will not be open. BConnect — We are launching something new on Sunday, October 2 at 10:45am in upper Bibleopolis! BConnect is a chance for parents, new volunteers, potential volunteers to learn more about Bibleopolis. We are asking that you please RSVP to attend.

STUDENTS HS Mission trip to Dominican Republic — Engage Students are invited to join us on the mission trip to the Dominican Republic March 25-April 1. Team meetings take place in C102 after second service on Nov 20, Dec 18, Jan 22, Feb 19. Contact Matt Pineda @mpineda@mpccministry.com for details. HS Ski Trip — Registration opens Monday, October 3. Please visit mpcc.info to register for the January 27-29 trip to Michigan. Space is limited. 5th-8th grade: Worship Together Weekend — There will be no middle school services October 1-2. 5th-8th Starting Point — October 9, 11am Room 202. Open to student grades 5th-8th interested in learning more about baptism and becoming a Christian. Student must attend with at least one parent.WOMEN Stitches of Love — Do you love to knit, crochet or quilt? If so, join Stitches of Love, Oct 3, 1pm or 7pm, in the Commons, where women make handmade chemo caps and blankets for those experiencing loss and illness. Questions? cbrink@mpccministry.com Chick Flicks — Join us for our next movie night on Thursday, Oct 6, 6pm, in the home of Amy Russell. We will be watching and discussing “Brooklyn” and eating delicious Italian food! Contact Amy for questions or directions: arussellrn@aol.com. Beauty out of Ashes — Sunday morning Bible Study, during the 10:45am service, room C303. All are welcome! Child care workers needed —We need your help! Paid position, every other Thursday morning. 9:15-11:45am. Contact Angela Wadsworth for details: angela.wadsworth@gmail.com

KEENAGERS Keenagers Luncheon — Monday, Oct 3 at the Student Ministries Center, 12pm. For more information contact Tammy Miller, 881.3601.SENIOR SINGLES Senior Singles (50+) will be continuing their Euchre game night the 2nd and 4th Friday of every month. You do not need to know how to play to come and enjoy a great night of fun and fellowship. Questions? Contact Karen at allyne51@sbcglobal.net SPORTS & WELLNESS Holiday Blast — Register now for holiday blast boot camp. Starts October 31 and ends December 23. Health and Wellness Seminar — Free informational seminar from our Wellness Coach Jan VanderLuitgaren. No sign up needed. October 29 at 9am in the CLC meeting room. Personal Training available at CLC — One-on-one personal training is offered at the CLC. For more information contact Penny at pclayton@mpccministry.com.

Thank you for choosing to worship with us today. If you are a guest, please visit Guest Connections.

WelcomeOctober 1–2, 2016

Calendar of Events and Registrations

DonationsWhat is accepted: Men’s clothing in sizes small and medium and shoes are in need at the IMPACT Center at this time. Winter clothing, housewares, small appliances, linens, small plastic grocery bags and twelve ct. egg cartons. Not accepted: furniture, computer equipment, TV’s, or Christmas trees.Donation times: Mon-Tues 9am-12pm; Wed 6-8pm; Sat 9-11am. Items left outside will be disposed of.

Make an IMPACTVolunteers are needed during the following times: Wed. 5:30-8pm, Thurs. 5:30-8:45pm, and Saturdays 8:30am-11:30am. Register Online: Go to mpcc.info, click on Serve, click on Serve our Community, click on Volunteer Registration. You will be directed to Shiftboard, our online scheduling program. For more details on any of the opportunities above, contact Crystal, cthompson@mpccministry.com.

Next StepsOctober 1–2, 2016

BAPTISM❏ I am interested in baptism for:______________________ grade/age ______

______________________ grade/age ______ Name and grade/age of person(s)

COMMUNITY❏ Please notify me when registration begins for the next season of Home Groups.

MEMBERSHIP❏ I will be attending Starting Point on Sunday, October 2, 10:45am in Room C103.❏ Please register me for the next Starting Point on Sunday, November 6 at 10:45am in room C103. (you can also register online or stop by Guest Connections to register)

SERVING❏ I am interested in serving in a ministry. Please register me for the next Connection Point on Sunday, November 13 at 10:45am in Room C103. (you can also register online or stop by Guest Connections to register)

OUTREACH❏ I am interested in Missions

SPIRITUAL GROWTH❏ Women’s Bible Studies

SOUL CARE❏ A Marriage Mentor to contact me

SPORTS❏ Adult Sports Leagues Info❏ Youth Sports Leagues Info

MPCC Welcome Reception Sunday, Oct 2 • 10:45am • Room 103

An event for those who are newer to our church and are looking to discover more about our beliefs, values, mission, and vision. You can now register online or in Guest Connections.Check out our upcoming dates at mpcc.info. Click on Welcome, Click on Next Steps.

Foundations of Faith Class Begins October 23 • 9am • Room 102

Register @ mpcc.info, Click on Welcome, Click on Next Steps

To read the current CFAD story, as well as updates to past recipients, go to the Change for a Dollar facebook page, click LIKE. To submit a nomination, go to the “need help” tab on the church website. Questions: cfd@mpccministry.com

Christmas Choir - Children’sRehearsals begin Oct. 26 at 6pm. We are doing

some AMAZING music this year — you will not want to miss it! Special call out for

4th-6th graders — WE NEED YOU!It’s going to be a great year for children’s choir!

Register at mpcc.info

Living on Mission Mark 1:14-18

Introduction

Conclusion

October 1–2, 2016

Home Group HomeworkFor the week of October 2, 2016

GETTING TO KNOW ME: • What are your plans for Fall Break?

REVIEW:What stood out to you from the weekend’s message?

DIGGING DEEPER:This week we have a stand-alone sermon on living life with a mission. A danger Christians face is giving into the idea that only the staff at a church or those overseas have a mission from God; it is a reality for all Christians. Read: Mark 1:14-18

1. What does it mean to have a calling?

a. What would you say is your calling?

2. How do you explain Peter and Andrew’s immediate response to Jesus in verse 18?

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3. What keeps people from responding to Jesus in a similar way?

Read: Luke 9:57-62

4. Why is Jesus so harsh with these men who only want to follow Him?

5. What do we take away from these two texts (Mark & Luke)? Can we follow Jesus without letting go of our lives? What does that mean for our families, our jobs, and other responsibilities?

6. How do we count the cost of following Jesus?

7. Why do you think so many Christians settle for knowledge instead of action in their relationship with Jesus?

a. How does a person remove the complacency of that attitude?

APPLICATION 1. How have your turned away from your old life?

a. How do you need to turn away more?

2. How does this text inspire you to take action in your own life?

3. What is one thing you can do to help reach lost people for Jesus?

PRAYER REQUESTS:

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The homework is now available to do and save on the MPCC App! Click: Connect – Adults – Home Groups – Date (of homework)