Events & Announcements
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Weekly Announcements
Student Ministry Friday Night Fusion
Gospel Center and Redeemer Missionary will be joining up for a fun Friday night on April 24 here at church from 6 - 11 p.m. There will be games, dinner, and a message from God’s Word. Cost is $5. Sign up online!
New Attender Lunch
If you’ve been attending the church over the past few months and would like to learn more, meet some of our staff, and take a tour, we’d love to invite you to join us for lunch on Sunday, April 26, following the morning worship service. Please sign up at the Info Center or online at gcmc.info under the Events tab.
Young at Heart (ages 55+)
Our Young at Heart group will have a special dinner on Tuesday, April 21 at 5:30 p.m. in Carey Hall. There will be a baked potato bar, salads, and desserts to enjoy. Sign up at the Info Center or in your Sunday School class.
Women of Worth “My Favorite Things” Party
Join us for a night of “My Favorite Things” on Tuesday, April 28 at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Kristi Donahue (10344 Heather Brooke Dr, Osceola). Bring a wrapped “favorite” gift item (i.e. kitchen gadget, beauty item, snack, home decor, etc.)(valued at $10-15). Anticipate a special night of connecting and conversation! Women of Worth events are geared towards working women and/or those with children still at home.
Pickleball
On Thursday nights this spring, there is open pickleball play from 6 - 8 p.m. in the gym. Please come to the gym entrance.
No Prayer Meeting - April 29
Due to Gospel Center being the host site for the Missionary Church North Central Region’s Retired Pastors Gathering on Wednesday, April 29 there will be NO prayer meeting on this date.
National Day of Prayer
Our community National Day of Prayer event is being held at the Battell Center in Mishawaka on Thursday, May 7 at noon. A group from Gospel Center will plan to eat out at Fazoli’s following the service. Please join us!
Church Mailbox
If you have a church mailbox, don’t forget to check it! If you don’t have one, but would like one, just fill out a Connect Card and let us know. The mailboxes are located in the lobby across from the women’s restroom.
Christian College & University Scholarship
The board has established a Christian College Scholarship Fund. We encourage you to consider contributing to this fund, which provides tuition assistance to eligible students from Gospel Center at Bethel University and other approved Christian Colleges. If you are a Gospel Center student interested in applying, forms are available at the Info Center, or you can download a printable version from our website.
Summer Camps at Prairie Camp
While summer may feel like a long ways off, the time to register for summer camp is now! Prairie Camp is a ministry of the Missionary Church, North Central Region and offers camp opportunities for children and teens, as well as a week of Family Camp. For more info and to register for camps, visit: www.prairiecamp.org.
Camp Scholarships
Gospel Center is able to offer partial camp scholarships to help offset the cost of camp for our children and teens for Prairie Camp. You can find those scholarship application forms online at gcmc.info under the Events tab.
Ladies Bible Study
Ladies Bible Study will meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month from 12:30 to 2 p.m. All women are welcome. For questions, please contact Missy Bayer.
Interested in Baptism?
Are you interested in following the Lord in baptism? If so, please use a Connect Card to let Pastor Jon know. He will gladly follow up with you.
Food Pantry
The Food Pantry at Gospel Center aims to serve our River Park community, as well as our church family. If you or someone you know is need of food assistance, our pantry distributes food on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month from 10 to 11 a.m. Please contact the church office on the Tuesday prior to distribution days to have your household added to the list.
Small Groups
The Christian life isn’t mean to be lived alone. God has given us brothers and sisters in Christ to walk alongside us and help us grow in our faith. This fall, if you’re not part of a small group, we’d love to help you belong! Just use a Connect Card and let us know!
Mark your calendars:
May 16 - Women's Brunch
June 15-18 - Basketball Camp (3rd -8th Grades)
June 19-28 - Youth Missions Trip to Yakima, Washington
June 22-26 - Vacation Bible School (Ages 3-11 years)
Sabbatical for Tara
The church board has graciously offered Tara a 2-month sabbatical leading up to her 10 years of service at Gospel Center as our Children’s Ministry Director. As a congregation, we greatly appreciate her years of service, and we pray that an extended time away will grant rest and renewal. Tara plans to be on sabbatical from April 7 - June 1.
Opportunities
to serve & Give
Spring Church Work Day
Lend a hand and help us to beautify the church building and grounds on Saturday, April 18. The day will begin at 8 a.m. with donuts in the lobby and wrap up at around noon.
VBS Team Registration
As summer is approaching, it is time to build our VBS team! Vacation Bible School offers a great opportunity to come together as a church and invest in our children and our community. If you would like to be a part of this enriching event you can register at the Info Desk or on our website at gcmc.info under the Events tab.
Adopt a Landscape Area
Again this year, we are offering the opportunity to help keep the Gospel Center grounds beautiful! There are 10 areas around the outside of the church building that need to be maintained with weeding and trimming this summer and fall. Maps and a sign-up are available at the Info Center.
Basketball Ministry Lunch
The River Park Basketball ministry meets on Sundays following the morning service, and they could use some help providing lunch for 15-20 boys. Sign up for a specific date at the Info Center, or write “Basketball Lunch” on a Connect Card.
River Park Clean Up Day
Join us as our church teams up with our local neighborhood for a day of community service and care! On Saturday, May 2, from 8 a.m. until noon, we’ll be rolling up our sleeves to help out throughout the neighborhood.
Join the Fun in Kids Ministry
Do you have a heart for children and a passion for making a difference? Help us shape young lives through our Sunday morning AWANA program or by teaching a fun skill during Wednesday night Kids Camps. Don’t wait—write “Kids Ministry” on your Connect Card, reach out to Tara, or fill out the GC Kids Teams Inquiry Form on our website. Let’s work together to help kids know, love, and follow Jesus!
Student Ministry Volunteer Opportunities
We’re looking for a few more adults to commit to Wednesday evening youth group. Teens always appreciate snacks, so we also welcome volunteers to provide treats or help prep food for youth group and special events. If you’re interested, write “Student Ministry” on your Connect Card.
Ways to Give Financially
Besides the offering taken during the morning service, there are four easy ways to give a financial donation. You can give in our church offering box located on the wall outside the sanctuary doors, online at our church website, mail it into our church office, or by texting your donation amount to 574-281-4998.