EVENTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Weekly Schedule
Sundays
8:30 a.m. - Prayer Time
9:00 a.m. - Sunday School
10:15 a.m. - Worship Service (Online and In-person)
Wednesdays
11:00 a.m. - Prayer Meeting
6:30 p.m. - GC Kids Camps, Youth Group, Adult Bible Study
Sabbatical for Pastor Jim & Missy
The church board has graciously offered Pastor Jim and Missy a sabbatical for the months of August and September. As a congregation, we greatly appreciate their years of service, and we pray that an extended time away will grant rest and renewal. Please pray that God will bless them while away and refresh them for their return to ministry at Gospel Center in October.
GCKids Fall Programming
Our Sunday morning AWANA program and our Wednesday night Kids Camps are now open for fall enrollment! AWANA takes places on Sunday mornings from 9 to 10 a.m. Kid’s Camps take place from 6:30 to 7:45 p.m. More information on each of these programs can be found at the Info Center or on our website. Ready to register? Visit gcmc.info today!
Youth Group
Weekly Youth Group for students in 6th - 12th grades is on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m.!
Community Bible Study
Come see what happens in people’s lives when they discover God through the study of His Word, the Bible. This academic year, we will be studying the book of Psalms. A co-ed class is available on Monday nights from 7 to 8:30 p.m., and on Tuesdays from 9:30 to 11 a.m., a class is available for women and children.
Church Picnic
Our annual church picnic will be on Sunday, September 21 following the morning worship service. It will be at Heroes Park (3200 Harrison Rd, Mishawaka). The main dish, drinks, and tableware will be provided, but please sign up the Info Center or at this link, and indicate if you will bring a side or dessert.
Young at Heart (55+) Field Trip
Our Young at Heart group is heading to Rentown on Tuesday, September 16. Lunch will be at 11:30 a.m. at Dutchmaid Eatery (1535 3rd Rd, Bremen). Meet at the Meijer on Bremen Highway at 10:45 a.m. to carpool. Sign up in your Sunday School class or at the Info Center.
Women of Worth Walk & Ice Cream Night
Ladies, take a break and enjoy an evening of fun and connection with Women of Worth—designed for working women and moms! Join us Thursday, September 18, at 6:30 p.m. at the Battell bandshell for a relaxing walk along the Riverwalk, followed by sweet treats and great conversation back at the church. Come refresh your body and soul!
Ladies Bible Study
Ladies Bible Study begins Tuesday, Sept. 23, from 12:30 to 2:00 p.m. in room N103. We'll meet on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays each month to study Men of the Bible. All ladies are welcome to join us as we study God’s Word together!
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!
OPPORTUNITIES TO SERVE AND GIVE
Fall Church Work Day
Plan to join in for the Fall Church Work Day on Saturday, October 11, from 8 a.m. to noon.
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.
Impact Nuner
Nuner Elementary is our River Park neighborhood elementary school. As a church, we want to share the love and light of Jesus by serving our community. Nuner needs classroom assistance, lunch table partners, and mentors. If you want more information about serving, please fill out a Connect Card and let us know.
Rediscover River Park Event Volunteer Opportunities
On Saturday, September 27, Gospel Center will host the picnic for the River Park Neighborhood Association’s special event, Rediscover River Park. Let’s come together as a church to bless our community! Volunteer opportunities are available—visit the Info Center to learn more and sign up. Don’t miss out on being part of this exciting day!
Men’s Ministry
We’re hoping to launch a Men’s Ministry team at Gospel Center! If you’re interested in helping plan events and create ministry opportunities for the men of our church, we’d love to have you involved. Simply fill out a Connect Card to let us know!
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 starting in September. 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.
Adopt a Landscaping 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 is available at the Info Center. Thank you for your faithful service.
#ForRiverPark Community Outreach Team
Would you like to be a part of blessing our community? If you would like more info about our Community Outreach Team, #ForRiverPark, fill out a Connect Card and write "ForRiverPark" and let us know!
Sermon Intercessors
Prayer calls upon God to open hearts and minds of people to His Word as it is preached. Prayer calls upon God to fill the preacher with wisdom and power to declare the Word of God with boldness, clarity, and grace. We would like to have two people every Sunday in the prayer room during the sermon. If you are interested in being a part of this ministry, please fill out a Connect Card and write “Sermon Intercessor” on it.
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.