Welcome
My husband Patrick and I just returned from a two-week road trip across the US connecting with family and friends. One of the couples we stayed with was Terry and Lane Sistrunk from New Orleans.  After Katrina, GBCC sent around 100 people to work with Terry using their time, talents, and money to be the hands and feet of Christ as they rebuilt homes in New Orleans, as well as Faith Bible Church in Covington, LA. 

As Patrick and I sat in the Sunday service at Faith Bible Church last weekend, we witnessed first hand the fruits of your generosity.  Pastor Alfred Young told us that during the past year, more than 300 people were baptized at that church. It has become a beacon of hope in that community, magnifying God’s love to everyone who attends.

It reminded me of what Jesus said in Matthew 28:19-20, “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.”  It was made clear to me that we did just that when we helped the people of New Orleans and as a result, hundreds have been led to Christ.

It isn’t just the pastors or people with the gift of evangelizing that have great influence. Whether you swing a hammer, clean toilets, or paint walls  – using your gifts to serve God by serving others can make a huge difference in someone’s eternal life.

Celebrating Him,
Pat Jelen

LifeStages
Congratulations to Chris Caldie and Skye Rowell, married on May 2.

Shepherd's Walk
Thursday, May 14
6:30-8:00 p.m.
Arts Center
An invitation for those inspired to care for others.

Acts 20:28
Keep watch over yourselves and all the flock of which the Holy Spirit has made you overseers. Be shepherds of the church of God, which he bought with his own blood.

Shepherd's Walk Childcare Volunteers Needed
Thursday, May 14
6:15-8:15 p.m.
There is a critical need for nursery, preschool, and elementary childcare volunteers for the upcoming Shepherd’s Walk.  If you are a current approved KidsQuest adult or student volunteer and are available to serve, please contact us.

Would You Consider eGift this Summer?
eGift enables individuals to give financially to GBCC through an electronic transfer of funds between a personal bank account and the church.  eGift is a convenient way to manage your contributions when you’re out of town or unable to attend a weekend service during the summer months.

For GBCC, eGift represents a process to serve our church family more effectively, allows our accounting staff increased efficiency while processing contributions and reduces costs associated with processing checks.  eGift also helps to provide an even contribution flow, especially during summer months when many are out of town on the weekends.

As with other electronic fund transfers, the appropriate confidentiality and security measures are in place.  GBCC remains committed to protecting, with the utmost care, any information it holds.  Our internal controls and computer security are always under inspection so as to remain safe and secure.

If you are interested in participating in or have questions about eGift, please contact Jill Armstrong, 593-3486.  Click here for a registration form. Registration forms are also available in the brochure racks in the church lobbies.  Thank you!

KidsQuest & Student Ministry Potluck with Troy Murphy
Sunday, May 17
11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Youth Center
All KidsQuest and Student Ministries Volunteers and their families are invited to connect with Troy and have an opportunity to learn more about Troy and his vision for the church, ask questions, and to give your thoughts. 

Beverages will be provided , please bring your dish
to pass to the Youth Center kitchen.

If you have questions please contact Cindy Vandermause, 593-3489, or Brian Martin, 593-3484.

Crown LifeGroup Draft Party
Sunday, May 17
Room 216
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Join us for the Crown LifeGroup Draft Party if you’d like more detailed information on participating in a 10-week Biblical Financial LifeGroup this summer.  The LifeGroup Draft Party is free and it's for interested small group students and leaders. We will establish meeting dates, match up leaders with participants, and give instructions on how to order materials.

The 10-week class will start the first week in June and end the first week in August. The cost is $45/person or $55/couple.

Please contact Marc Trager, 662-9962 or John Emery, 499-7859 for more information or to sign up.

Women’s Ministry
Friday Night Girlfriends
May 8
6:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.
Room 108
It's that time again! Just tell your husband, children, and/or roommates, "I'm leaving now. It's chick night and I want to be with my peeps. " :-)

See you Friday!
Contact:  Cindy Wink.

Summer Book Club
Click here or pick up a brochure for detailed information for the summer book clubs. 

Beth Moore Living Proof Live
Resch Center, Green Bay, WI
Friday, August 28, 7:00-9:30 p.m.
(doors open 5:30-6:00 p.m.)
Saturday, August 29, 8:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
(doors open 7:00-7:30 a.m.)

Serving
Serve once in a while or on a regular basis. Check out GBCC's Serving Opportunities more>> 

Critical Serving Opportunites
VBS Adult Small Group Leaders (new)
VBS Game Coordinator
Church Cleaners
Elementary Small Group Leader
Welcome Center Volunteer
Bankruptcy Professional
Funeral Assistant

Contact: Colleen Connors, 593-3485.

KidsQuest
VBS
August 3-7
Vacation Bible School here at GBCC is an exciting week for almost 500 kids each summer. It takes over 200 adult and student leaders in a variety of areas to make it happen. Volunteers are needed for crafts, games, nurseries, and small groups, to name a few.

New this year:  all volunteers must be in place by May 31 prior to registration kicking off on June 1 so we know how many children we can accept.

Click here for VBS serving opportunities or pick up a brochure located in the brochure racks. Consider joining the VBS team and being part of this exciting opportunity to impact the lives of kids!

Contact:  Martha Spice, 338-1585.

FamilyTimes Vitue Packs
Virtue Packs include a set of activities designed for families to do together during the week and reinforce the lessons learned during KidsQuest Elementary weekend classes and Family Tree House. You can find more information concerning Virtue Packs at www.familytimes.org.


Family Tree House - GBCC’s Monthly Family Service
June 7
9:45-10:15 a.m.


KidsQuest Quarterly Calendars
Nursery, Preschool, and Elementary quarterly calendars are located in the KidsQuest section of the church website. Click on the link(s) to find out what your child is learning in their class each week. The Family Tree House schedule is also included in the calendars.


Contact: Cindy Vandermause, 593-3489.

Student Ministries
Gala and Graduation
Wednesday, May 27
6:30-8:30 p.m
Gym
Mark your calendars for the biggest event of the year – the Student Ministries Gala and Graduation. Guests of honor include our leadership team and our graduating seniors. All students, parents, and families are invited to attend, as well as any “friends of the ministry.” Save the date now!!
Contact Brian Martin or 593-3484.

GPS: College Age Group
Starting Sunday, May 31
8:00 p.m.
Arts Center
GPS is for college age people who want a place to connect with other college age people. Our mission statement is to provide a Christ-centered community to promote growth and accountability for college students. Check out our Facebook group named ‘GPS: Seek Direction and Follow’ or contact Lesley Simons, 920-366-6367 for more information.

Canoe Trips
Primitive camping, sleeping in tents. Incoming 6th graders through graduating seniors are welcome.

High School Boys, June 18-21, $45
Middle School Boys, July 24-26, $35
High School Girls, August 6-9, $45
Middle School Girls, August 28-30, $35 (very little canoeing)

Activities include: canoeing, swimming, fishing, hiking in woods, devotions each morning and evening, and lots of fun. Click here for a more information.

Contact: Dave Becker, 490-8845.

Singles
Interest Group
If you’re single and would like to connect with other singles doing fun things such as movie nights, dances, bowling, and more – check out the Singles Calendar in the brochure racks or click here for details.

Group Life
One of the greatest longings of the human heart is to belong: to know others and be known by others; it's the way God intended us to live.

Group Life provides opportunities for individuals to experience a sense of belonging, to grow together on our spiritual journeys, and to serve others.

While each type of group (Interest, Care, Discovery, Life, and Serving) provides a different opportunity to connect, all are designed around our vision of attracting people to Christ and building community.

No matter where you choose to plug in, there is a place for you in Group Life.

Discovery Group Classes
New classes and groups will be starting in September.
Care Groups
Co-ed
Men
Women
Singles
Seniors
Students
Children

Group Life Events and Activities
Click here to go to the GBCC Master Calendar, select a category in the drop down list, a month, then click "go" for a list of the events and activities scheduled.

Interest – Coed
Iron Riders
Wednesday Evenings
5:30 p.m.
GBCC West Lot
For those looking for a group motorcycle trip experience.
We'll meet in the West Lot of Green Bay Community Church on Wednesday evenings through the summer and will ride to a different destination for dinner and back each week, weather permitting.  Everyone with a motorcycle is welcome.
Questions, destination or route ideas, or if you want to lead a weekly trip - please give Jon a call.
Contact: Jon Klass, 604-0280.

New Discovery Group
Lifeblood--What is the Gospel?
May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, June 7, 14, 21, 28
9:30-10:30 am
Room 218
Lifeblood is a video based series by Dr. David Platt covering: The Gospel--Why it is Important, The Gospel--What We Believe, The Gospel--What We Need, The Gospel--How We Live, and The Gospel--How We Know.

Database
Please help us keep our database information accurate by notifying us when you change your phone number, email address, mailing address, family status/members, etc.  Contact Tracy, 593-3475 or click here.

Weekend Services
Saturday: 5:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.