| This Weekend This weekend our Encounters With God series continues as we look at Job’s encounter with God. When God speaks to Job out of the whirlwind, it is one of the most dramatic portions in all of God’s Word. Don't forget that we are back to two Sunday services: 9:00 & 10:50 am. As you prepare for worship this weekend, check out the Order of Worship. It includes all songs and readings. Nursery for children ages 0-4 and children's church for grades K-2. We hope you'll make plans to join us.
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MOPS OPEN HOUSE: MOPS, Mothers Of Preschoolers, kicked off a new season recently with an Open House in the Student Ministry Center. MOPS serves as a great outreach to our community. Contact Kristen Turner for ways to get involved in this exciting ministry.
News & Events The EDGE The EDGE, for grades 3-5, will meet Sunday mornings this Fall (now—October 25) during the sermon portion of the 10:50 service in Room 407. New Women’s Bible Study Groups
There are currently two new women’s Bible study groups forming. See dates and times below. Childcare will be provided for these groups for children ages 0–4. Contact Serrine Sorrell to join one of these groups.
Sundays, 9:30-10:30 am
Beginning Sunday, October 4 Studying: The Gospel of John
Thursdays, 9:30-11:30 am
For Moms with school-age children Studying: God's Big Picture Trunk Or Treat
On Friday, October 30, the Children’s Ministry of Seven Rivers is hosting their first annual “Trunk or Treat.” Kids of all ages, and their parents, will be invited to join us on the Seven Rivers’ soccer field for an evening of Trunk or Treating, food, and games. Find out how you can help. Senior Ministry Dinner If you’re a senior at Seven Rivers, we’d love to have you join us for dinner on Monday, October 5 at 6:00 p.m. in the Florida Room. Bring your favorite pasta dish to share. Salad, bread, drinks, and dessert will be provided. You’ll be treated to the music of Sheepshead, an Irish band led by our director of music and worship, Dan Beilman. Email Georgia Litz to make your reservation. Parenting Forum
Are there days when you ask yourself, “Whose kids are these and where did they come from?” If you answered, “Yes,” you are not alone. Join with other parents of children age 0–grade 6 for a Parenting Forum on Friday, October 16 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the Florida Room. Listen as a panel of experts answer your questions (submitted online or at the Next Step Desk) about parenting. Learn how the gospel of grace can impact your parenting. Childcare will be provided by reservation. Space is limited. Register today! Middle School ½ Lock In
Calling all Middle School Students...don’t miss the 1/2 Lock-In, Friday, October 9. Meet in the gym at 6:30 p.m. From there, we’ll head by bus to Taco Bell and McDonalds for food...and then it’s off to Manatee Lanes for Vertiglow bowling fun! In order to participate, you’ll need $20, a can of food for the HOPE Ministry, and a signed permission form. Details and registration
From Senior Pastor, Ray Cortese September 16, 2009 Dear Brothers and Sisters, The 2009/2010 church year has gotten off to a flying start. The return to three services went great—even with a driving rainstorm during each service. Perhaps the pizza and doughnuts helped make it a great weekend! The testimony by Rob McMurray was powerful and incredibly in sync with the message on encountering God. Praise God with me for: Read more
This Week at Seven Rivers, September 19 - 25, 2009
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