Fall ClassesResume In September

3821 Abbott Drive

Willmar, MN 56201

320-235-2529

www.willmarag.org

August 31, 2016

________Sunday Services

9 & 10:45 am

Pastor Paul

McCullough________A Friend in Deed!!

But I tell you the truth,it is to your advantagethat I go away; for if Ido not go away, theHelper (Comforter,Advocate, Interces-

sor—Counselor,Strengthener,

Standby) will notcome to you; but if Igo, I will send Him(the Holy Spirit) toyou [to be in close

fellowship with you].John 16:7 AMP

Ladies Tuesday MorningBible Study

September 13

Ladies Tuesday MorningBible Study

September 13

ChoirSeptember 8

Pursuing RevivalSeptember 13

September 12

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Tuesday Adult ClassesStarting on September 13, 2016

BiBle Focus - Matthew by Chuck Missler led by Lynn Huisinga. After first establishing the royalgenealogy, Matthew goes on to focus on the fulfillment of the Old Testament prophecies: Matthewuses the term “fulfilled” 82 times. This will also include the Beatitudes, the Sermon on the Mountand the Mount Olivet Discourse. All are welcome. Encore Middle

MeN’s BullPeN - led by Randy Huisinga and Pastor Keith Kerstetter. This is an interactivegroup that connects what the Bible has to say about issues men deal with on a daily basis. All menare welcome. Conference Room

coFFeeTAlK - led by Betty Meyer and Katie van der Hagen. This group will be going throughthe book Having a Mary Heart in a Martha World. It is a ladies group with group discussion andinteraction. Choir Room

Dave Ramsey’s FiNANciAl PeAce led by Jerrid Sebesta. This is a nine-week class. Eachweek is a one-hour teaching by Dave Ramsey followed by small group discussions. Biblical andpractical steps are presented on how to get rid of debt, save, budget, manage money and give.Go to daveramsey.com and click on "FIND A CLASS" to register and purchase a kit. Sanctuary

GPs liFe JouRNeY led by Pastor Bruce Schoeman. Discover and embrace God’s next purposefor your life. You will live more intentionally with better focus and greater significance. There is aSunday morning class for those who cannot meet on Wednesday night. Encore West

iNTeRcessoRY PRAYeR led by Travis Bonnema. This group prays for the corporate needs ofthe church and individuals. Everyone is welcome. Nursing Mom’s Room

lATiNo BiBle sTuDY led by Isaac Carranza. All are welcome. Encore East

loVe & ResPecT led by Dan Nelson. Pink and blue–neither is right or wrong, just different. Ahumorous, thought-provoking study to help couples with communication and understanding. Thisclass is also a pre-requisite for those wanting to be married at the Willmar AG. Community Room

siNGle MoMs led by Charlotte Alonso. Are you overwhelmed? Feeling lost? Alone? You are farfrom alone! The purpose of this group is to prove just that! Gathering for the purpose of creating asupport chain that, with God, can be deemed unbreakable! We will be covering Peace and theSingle Mom, a study written by Jennifer Maggio, a renowned author and speaker. We will alsowelcome guest speakers from the community to cover topics such as affordable fashion, healthand wellness, spending plans, self-defense and more! Dinner will be served at 6 pm forparticipating moms and kids. All single moms are welcome. Fireside Room

PURSUING REVIVAL Fireside Room6:30 pm

Women Bible StudyThe Armor of God by Priscilla ShirerFireside Room9:00 am

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Wednesday Adult ClassesStarting on September 14, 2016 6:30 pm

GPs life Journey Groups Are Forming ToDAY is THe lAsT TiMe To ATTeND THe oRieNTATioN clAss To ReGisTeR

FoR eiTHeR THe GPs 2-DAY BliTz oR GPs 8-WeeK seRies8/31 Wednesday 6:30–8:00 pm

Discover and Fulfill Your life Purpose!

You Will see More clearly and live More intentionally.GPs life Journey will help you to discover your God-given purpose for the next stage of your life

and engage in fulfilling that purpose. on your journey you will:

* Discover your personality, strengths, abilities, experiences, spiritual gifts and passions.* Discover How to get direction from God.* Develop your personal mission statement, personal vision and values, margin in your life (time, financial and spiritual), goals and plan of action.

There is a Job only You can Do God has a special purpose for which you have been uniquely equipped. In the Bible, in the Apostle Paul’sletter to the Ephesians we learn “For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, whichGod prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10 NKJV

on Your Journey You Will...l Understand how God has uniquely created and gifted you.l Discover and engage in His special purpose for your life.l Find ways to serve others using your God-given profile.l Have a sense of significance in your life.l Begin leaving a legacy of impact for others.

8-Week series schedule in Willmar:Sept 25–Nov 13 Sun Encore 10:45 am–NoonSept 25–Nov 13 Sun Living Hope Church 6:30 pm–8 pm

(formerly E-Free)Sept 28–Nov 16 Wed Encore 6:30 pm–8:00 pm

Blitz schedule at encoreSept. 19–20 Mon & Tues 3 pm–9 pmSept. 21–22 Wed & Thurs 9 am–3 pmFacilitator Training at encoreSept 23 Friday 9 am–3 pm 3

childcare serving opportunitiesCHILDCARE IS PROVIDED FOR LITTLE ONES DURING A NUMBER OF CHURCH ACTIVITIES. WE ARE CURRENTLY IN

SEARCH OF TEENAGERS AND ADULTS TO HELP WITH THE FOLLOWING PAID AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:Tuesday Mornings from 8:45-11:15am at Willmar AG

Ladies Bible Study - This is a paid position.1st and 3rd Tuesdays from 8:45-11:15am at Living Hope Church (E Free Church)

Willmar MOPS Group - This is a volunteer position.Thursday Evenings from 6:15-8:15pm at Willmar AG

Choir Rehearsal - This is a paid position.Events at Willmar AG such as Worship Nights or Special Services

Occasional Events - This is a paid position.If you are interested in being a part of these childcare opportunities please email michelle@willmarag.org.

KidsworldSunday Kidsworld and KidsworldJr. services begin at 9 am and 10:45 am.

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Wednesday Night Activities will begin on september 14 at 6:30 pmWe have something for all ages from nursery to 5th grade.

“EPIK exists to be a safe place where every teenager knows they BELONG, where they DISCOVER the unconditional love of God and EXPERIENCE a personal, life-changing relationship with God.”

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C h u r c h A n n o u n c e m e n t s

COM I NG E V EN T SEPIK STARTS Sept 7CHOIR STARTS Sept 8SENIOR ADULT RETREAT Sept 9–11KIDS & ADULTS START Sept 14GPS BLITZ 3pm-9pm Sept 19-20 GPS BLITZ 9am-3pm Sept 21-22GPS FACILITATOR TRAINING 9-5pm Sept 23EVENING OF WORSHIP Sept 25GPS CLASS (Encore) Sun or Wed Sept 25 or 28MPACT Statewide Campout Sept 23–25

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BRiDGiNG THe GAP 2016 THRiVe coNFeReNce “i cHoose”

September 30th and October 1st, 2016, at River’s Edge Convention Center in St. Cloud.

Women will love inspiring sessions, River Valley worship, as well as insightful

breakout sessions (including a youth session), gorgeous giveaways, fabulous shopping, and networking opportunities!This weekend is designed to encourage, equip, and empower those who already know Jesus to reach those who have not yet begun a relationship with Him.

Begins Monday, September 12 at Encore. If youare interested in attending just show up or callLynn Huisinga at 320-295-9682 for information.

Sundays

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LiLigLight Light SuLight SummeLight Summer Light Summer

BBarbBarbecBarbecueBarbecue

Sept 5th at 12pm Mark and Lori Aslesen

404 SE 21st St. Willmar, MN

Any questions call Lori at 320-894-5666

salt & lightsummer Barbecue

Meat & drink is provided,bring a dish to pass.

At Mark & loriAslesen’s home

404 se 21st streetWillmar, MN

Any questions, please call lori at 320-894-5666

seNioR ADulT ReTReAT lAKe GeNeVA cHRisTiAN ceNTeRsATuRDAY, sePTeMBeR 10, 2016

Pastor Bruce Schoeman, Marcy Bonnema, Bob Bonawitz and Dale Lindquist will be speaking at the 1:30 pm workshop “What’s In Your Hand.”

Ron Roberts will speak in the a.m. service.

There will be a Patriotic Rally/Veteran Recognitionat the 7 pm service. For information go tomnaog.org and click on events. There are

brochures at the Welcome Center in the foyer.

ouR sYMPATHY AND PRAYeRs go toBruce & Janet Wulff on the passing ofBruce’s father, Bill Wulff, of Big Stone City,SD. The Memorial Service was held on August 29, in Milbank, SD.

ouR sYMPATHY AND PRAYeRs go toKim Marie Spacy, Jon Erickson andAmanda Garvick on the passing of theirmother/grandmother, Barb Erickson.Barb passed away on Friday, August 26,2016. Her funeral was held at Willmar AGon August 31.

coNGRATulATioNs To:Cullen & Lindsey (Boehmer) Fischerwho were married on Saturday,August 27, 2016 at Willmar AG.

GRADuATioN ANNouNceMeNTMatthew Lawrence Kraemer will graduate from Arrow Academy on Saturday, September 3, 2016. The ceremony will be held at 4 pm with an Open House to follow from 5 to 8 pm at his home–30199 CSAH 25,Grove City, MN. Matthew is the son of Kelvin and Susan Kraemer. All are welcome. ______________________________________

THe TRue liFe sToRY oF MARK RuTlAND will be presented at theEncore Building on Wednesday night, September 7, at 6:30 pm. Mark is a

missionary, evangelist and an ordained minister. Hewas president of Southeastern University of the Assemblies of God, and was the 3rd president ofORU. His story is impacting and unforgettable. Thisstory was presented at Dinner and aMovie last year on a Thursday night. Itis being repeated for those who werenot able to attend that evening. Pop-corn will be served. All are welcome.

Church Announcements

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Wi l lma r AG Pas to ra l S t a f fKeith Kerstetter, Senior Pastor pastorkeith@willmarag.orgPaul McCullough, Outreach pastorpaul@willmarag.orgBruce Schoeman, Adult Ministries pastorbruce@willmarag.orgMichael McDevitt, Administrative pastormike@willmarag.orgAlyssa Holtan, Glocal Ministries alyssa@willmarag.org

Aaron Rhodes, Lead Youth pastoraaron@willmarag.orgJosh Martin, Associate Youth pastorjosh@willmarag.orgBen Markwardt, Children’s pastorben@willmarag.orgMark Djerf, Fine Arts pastormark@willmarag.orgEunice Djerf, Fine Arts pastoreunice@willmarag.org

AN oPeN House BABY sHoWeR for Emily & Devon Lien will be held on Saturday, September 3, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am in the Fireside

Room. They are registered at Target. Emily isthe daughter of Todd & Dorie Duininck. All are welcome.

AN oPeN House BABY sHoWeR for Alyssa & Mark Holtan will be held on Saturday, September 10, from 10 am tonoon at the Encore Center.They are registered at Targetand Amazon. Alyssa is the daughter of Randy& Lynn Huisinga and Doreen Hoff. Mark is theson of Ron & Kathy Holtan. All are welcome._____________________________________

THANK You Willmar AG, We would like to thank you forthe peace lily and for your prayers during thistime of loss of our mother and grandmother.She will be greatly missed. The Clochie family,(Josh & Liz Martin)

ATTeNTioN VocAlisTs AND MusiciANs! Fall is a great time to get involved in music ministry here at the AG. If you’d like to join our sanctuary choir or worship teams for kids, youth or adults simply email pastormark@willmarag.org to set up a brief 15-minute meeting/audition. We’d love to get you plugged in using your gifts!

Honor theBadge… and thePeople Behind itis a celebration ofour local police officers sponsoredby Faith@Work. This program willbe held at the citybandshell on September 11,

2016, 4:30 pm at Robbins Island and last a littleover one hour. It will be a family time of worship,friendly competition between departments, andprayer. This is a community event and all arewelcome, feel free to invite and bring family andfriends. Please bring a lawn chair or blanket tosit on during the service. (If it rains, we will meethere at the AG Church.)

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THe FAiTH@WoRK coMMuNiTY PRAYeRWe meet at the Willmar Fire Station

on Tuesdays from Noon to 1 pm. All are welcome.

PRAY FoR ouR leADeRs, ouR scHools, ouR BusiNesses

ouR coMMuNiTY

C o m m u n i t y A n n o u n c e m e n t s

You have the opportunity to attend an educationalevent on Dementia presented by a world-renownedspeaker, Teepa Snow! She is an advocate for thoseliving with Dementia and has made it her personalmission to help family and professional caregivers

better understand how it feels to have Dementia so they, too, can be better caregivers.

Teepa will be offering three separate days of presentation, each day on different topics!

In case of rain it will be held at Willmar AG

Please pray for our military

The following attend our church, are family members or close friends of those who attend.

Person Branch Stationed AG Connection

Edward Bergeland Air Force USA Tim & Heidi Bergeland’s nephewAndrew Bonnema Marines Undisclosed Todd & Sue Erickson’s niece’s fiancéBeth Brydon Army Arizona Dan & Kathy Halldin - family friendNick Collins Army Reserve Texas CJ & Kristina Collins’ brotherChristina Eaton Navy Florida Tim & Heidi Bergeland’s niece

John Eaton Navy South Carolina Tim & Heidi Bergeland’s nephewKlint Erickson Army Missouri Kornell Erickson’s sonLogan Gaalswyk Army New York Lois & Dean Kasperson’s nephewLarry Garvick Army KuwaitTyler Gonzalez Army Nat. Guard MN Jesus & Kelly Gonzalez’s son

Josh Hiepler-Rosenow Air Force Minnesota Dorie & Todd Duininck’s nephewThomas J. (TJ) Hoyt Air Force Montana Bob Hoyt’s grandsonJacob Johnson Air Force Japan Jim & Rose Slagter’s nephewJonathan Linden Cadet West Point Ed & Carmen Linden’s grandsonRay Medina Air Force Lois & Dean Kasperson’s nephew

Peter Middleton National Guard Washington DCBrett Nelson Special Forces North Carolina Andrew & Nicole Plowman’s brotherAlexander Norling Army Reserve Kuwait Torry & Val Norlng’s sonAlphard Reyes Marines Boot Camp Romeo & Stella ReyesMitchell Schueler Navy Reserve Japan

Nathan Smith Navy California Torry & Val Norling’s nephew Justin Stocks (physician) Navy Middle East Mel & Linda Stocks’ sonJared Torgerson Army Boot Camp GAGregory Woodard Navy Virginia Torry & Val Norling’s brother-in-law

If you know of someone you want on this list who is serving in the military, contact the church office at 320-235-2529.

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Church Activit ies CalendarSeptember 2016

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

9 & 10:45 am Service10:30 am Coffee Connection

2 pm Latino Worship

9 & 10:45 am ServiceMissionary Ginny TripBaptism Classesafterservices10:30 am Coffee Connection2 pm Latino Worship4:30 pm Honor the BadgeSenior Adult Retreat

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8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore

7 pm AGAPE AA

8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore

7 pm AGAPE AA

8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore7 pm AGAPE AAMarriage Matters FallPotluck

8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore

7 pm AGAPE AA

9 am to 3 pm GPS Blitz6:10 pm EPIK opens6:30 pm Latino BibleStudy6:30 pm Adult & KidsGroups6:30 pm EPIK Middle School7:30 pm EPIK High School

5:30 pm IntercessoryPrayer6:10 pm EPIK doorsopen 6:30 pm Bible Focus, Latino Bible Study7:00 Combined EPIKMiddle & High School

6:30 pm IntercessoryPrayer6:10 pm EPIK doors open 6:30 pm Adult & KidsGroups begin6:30 pm EPIK Middle School7:30 pm EPIK High School

6:30 pm Choir

7 pm AGAPE AA

11:45 am SeniorAdult Singles6:30 pm Choir

7 pm AGAPE AA

9 am to 3 pm GPSBlitz6:30 pm Choir

7 pm AGAPE AA

9 am to 3 pm GPSFacilitators Training

9 & 10:45 am Service10:30 am Coffee Connection10:30 am Forever Families2 pm Latino Worship

3pm-9 pm GPS Blitz6:30 pm DivorceCare 6:45 pm Young

Adults7 pm Latino Prayer

1 to 7 pm Bloodmo-bile6:30 pm DivorceCare 6:45 pm Young

Adults7 pm Latino Prayer

LABOR DAYOFFICE CLOSED

8 am Men’s Bible Study@ Encore7 pm AGAPE AA

5:30 pm Intercessory Prayer

6:30 pm GPS Orientation@ Encore

6:30 pm Bible Focus, Latino Bible Study

3pm-3 pm GPS Blitz9 am Ladies Bible StudyNoon Ladies Pickleball6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA 7 pm Pickleball Spicer

6:10 pm EPIK opens6:30 pmLatino Bible Study6:30 pm Adult & KidsGroups 6:30 pm EPIK Middle School7:30 pm EPIK High School

6:30 pm Choir

7 pm AGAPE AA

9 & 10:45 am ServiceWater Baptism10:30 am Coffee Connection

2 pm Latino Worship

6:30 pm Divorce-Care 6:45 pm Young

Adults7 pm Latino Prayer

9 am Ladies Bible StudyNoon Ladies Pickleball6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA 7 pm Pickleball Spicer

6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA

9 am Ladies Bible StudyNoon Ladies Pickleball6:30 pm Pursuing Revival7 pm AGAPE AA 7 pm Pickleball Spicer

9:30 am WM Mission-ary Prayer & QuiltingGroup

7 pm AGAPE AA

senior Adult Retreat 9-11

Impact Girls Campout

Impact Girls Campout

Willmar AG Church Board of DeaconsButch Allen Joel Braegelman Mike Brouwer Gary Geer

Bob Horyza Rick Schwindt Gary TerWisscha Bruce Watland

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