1 Sundays DATE SPEAKER MESSAGE OTHER ELEMENTS We are bombarded …BUT WHO DO YOU with the American KNOW WHO LIVES August 28 Pastor Joshua Finley Radical series begins Communion Dream. Make money. LIKE THAT? Sept 4 Pastor Joshua Finley Radical series, part 2 Get stuff. Be comfort- DO YOU? able. Live well. Have Sept 11 Pastor Joshua Finley Radical series, part 3 Groups Fair fun. It’s easy for Join us this fall for Sept 18 Pastor Joshua Finley Radical series, part 4 American Christians our Radical series, to forget how Jesus August 28–October 30. Sept 25 Rev. Jack Taylor (see bio below) Radical series, part 5 said His followers Based loosely on the would actually live, book Radical: Taking Oct 2 Pastor Joshua Finley Radical series, part 6 what their new life- Back Your Faith style would actually from the American Oct 9 Pastor Joshua Finley Radical series, part 7 Water Baptism look like. They would, Dream by David Oct 16 Kamal Saleem (see bio below) Radical series, part 8 He said, leave behind Platt, our 10-week security, money, Radical series will Oct 23 Pastor Mike Cavanaugh Radical series, part 9 Communion convenience, even look at what Jesus family for Him. They really said about Oct 30 Robert Stearns (see bio below) Radical series ends would abandon every- being His disciple. thing for the gospel. Jack Taylor is president of Dimensions Ministries, has pastored several churches and authored They would take up Are you ready for the Radical challenge? 13 books and has a ministry which has spanned six decades. During the last 40 years he has trav- their crosses daily... eled extensively, ministering the Word of God to the Body of Christ at large. His ministry took a dramatic turn with increased manifestations of the power of the Holy Spirit after a visit to Toronto in August 1994, where he experienced a significant healing both physically and spiritually. His heart is in the Kingdom of God, and he believes that true revival in the church awaits a rediscovery of the Kingdom in the church. God has gifted Jack with an apostolic insight into the word of God and the heart to communicate the fullness of God’s Kingdom to all who will hear. Jack is our guest speaker on Sunday, Sept. 25, during our regular morning services and also Saturday, Sept. 24, 9AM, 11AM & 2PM as part of our Kingdom Conference (pages 16–17). Kamal Saleem was born to a large Sunni Muslim family in the heart of the Middle East, was recruited by the Muslim Brotherhood at a very early age and completed his first mission to Israel at the age of seven. He left his family and home in the Middle East as a young man to enter his mission field — the United States — bringing with him a tremendous passion to convert as many Christians and Jews as possible for the glory of Allah. Over 25 years ago, Kamal’s world turned upside down when he was seriously injured in an auto- @ Fall sermon series: August 28–October 30 mobile accident. Many of Kamal’s caregivers were Christians who ministered the unconditional love of Jesus Christ to him as he recovered, and their love and sacrificial giving caused him to acknowl- edge his need for the Savior. Kamal has since become a man on a new mission — as an ambassador Take a new step as a radical disciple of Jesus Christ! for the one true and living God, the great I Am, Jehovah God of the Bible. Kamal Saleem and his wife Victoria share a passion for teaching on radical Islam’s true agenda and the power of praying The book Radical and theradicalexperiment.org website suggest 5 specific challenges for for Muslims around the world. He has written his story in the book The Blood of Lambs, and they EGC authentic Christ-followers: started Koome Ministries in 2006. Kamal is our guest speaker on Sunday, October 16, during our regular morning services and also at 2 * To pray for the entire world evening meetings — 6PM Sunday, October 16, and 7PM Monday, October 17 — as part of our focus on * To read through the entire Word missions in the month of October. * To commit our lives to multiplying community * To sacrifice our money for a specific purpose Robert Stearns is the founder and executive director of Eagles’ Wings, a ministry involved in a variety of outreaches and strategic projects around the world. He has ministered in 30 nations * To give our time in another context around the world and maintains a significant focus on the Eastern United States and Israel. Robert is the visionary behind the worldwide prayer initiative, “The Day of Prayer for the Peace of Jeru- In what areas is God encouraging you to grow? In what specific ways can you take a new salem,” which is observed every year the first Sunday in October, and he also serves as the North step in following Him? Listen to each Sunday’s message for some practical suggestions — East Director for Christians United for Israel. Robert has been a featured guest columnist in both then encourage your fellow EGCers in your Community Group as you begin to…get radical. “Charisma” and “Ministries Today” magazines; is in demand internationally as a keynote speaker, worship leader and soloist; and has lectured in colleges and universities across America. He is an See page 19 for some resources to help you get even more from this fall’s Radical series. accomplished recording artist and has authored several books. Robert will speak on Sunday, October 30, during our morning services and also at 6 PM. 2 3 Classes, Seminars & Events For more information about any of these classes, seminars or events, please contact the church, 624-5560 or [email protected]. WELCOME LUNCHEON BAPTISM IN THE ‘the JOurney’ classes Are you new to EGC? Then you are invited to our next Welcome Lunch- HOLY SPIRIT SEMINAR The Journey at Elim Gospel Church is an ongoing process. The steps of this eon Sunday, October 2, 12:30–1:30PM. Meet some of our Discover what the Bible teaches about the Baptism in the Journey are designed to help you in your spiritual growth. It is our goal that pastors & leaders, as well as others new here at EGC, at a 1-hour casual Holy Spirit, what happens when believers are baptized you would continually experience new levels of Christ’s transforming love in pizza lunch in the youth room. And if an EGCer invited you to church, in the Holy Spirit and possible hindrances to receiving each area of your life. Additionally, our desire is to assist you in finding your they are welcome to come with you. To sign-up or for more info, contact it. You will then have an opportunity to be prayed for by unique fit in the family of believers at EGC. For each step of the Journey we Janette Button, [email protected] or 624-5560. See page 11 church leaders to receive the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. offer a class that serves as a launching pad for growth within that step. Each for what one recent attendee had to say about his experience. More info or to register: [email protected]. class experience will help you learn about the many ongoing growth opportuni- ties available to you. These include small group involvement, growth seminars, Thursday, Sept. 15, 6:30PM. service, outreach and ongoing leadership development. The next series of Journey classes begins in October. To register or get more info about the Jour- ney, contact 624-5560 or [email protected]. You can also visit www. Men’s elimgospel.org for more information. BREAKFAST The Fall GROUPS FAIR is Sunday, Sept. 11, at The next Men’s Fellowship Breakfast is the end of both the 9:00 & 10:45AM services. The Commu- DISCOVER Class — The Discover class is an introduction to life at EGC. You will learn about our church’s mission, values, beliefs, history and lead- Saturday, Sept. 10, 7:30–9AM at nity Groups for the Fall quarter will be represented. Check the Lima Family Restaurant on Main out the groups, meet the leaders, and sign up for a group! ers. After this class you will be better equipped to answer the question, “Is this Street. EGCer Phil Egge, member of Many of the groups will be based on the Sunday morning church a good fit for me?” The class is open to everyone interested in attending. Black Sheep Harley-Davidsons for Radical series. There are groups open to everyone and Saturday, October 15, 9AM. Christ ministries, will share how this some just for men, women, young adults or teens. unique group is about more than Missed the Groups Fair? Contact Pastor Eric Scott and he CONNECT Class — Authentic community plays a vital role in the growth of every Christ-follower. The Connect class will equip you motorcycles. Cost is $6 and is payable can help you get plugged into a group, ericscott@elimgos- with key building blocks necessary for meaningful relationships. In this class you will also learn how to get plugged into a Community at the restaurant. The breakfast is open pel.org or 624-5560. Group and what it means to be a member at Elim Gospel Church. After completion of this class you may apply to become a member of to all men and their sons. To register, EGC. The class is open to everyone who has completed the Discover class. Saturday, October 22, 9AM. contact Ernie Thompson at 226-9489 Not sure if a Community Group is for you? Here’s what a few or [email protected].