Jeremiah's Prayer
I know, O LORD, that a man's life is not his own; it is not for man to direct his steps.
Jeremiah 10:23

Have you ever stopped to think that we are moving toward something? Moving toward something bigger than ourselves or our plans. Jeremiah states the obvious - when it comes to following our Creator, we are not in charge. We don’t run the escalator of life. He does. He knows. It is with that Truth that God is in control and never changes that I can embrace the escalator moving me forward...upward. He is changing me. He is changing you.

When you stop and think about change, it becomes obvious that most everything in life must. Then why do we resist it? Risk, fear, the unknown are all part of our resistance, but God knows that and still turns the escalator on. In this season, as a church I am excited about how God is moving us toward Himself. People are getting free of sin, getting out of their seats and engaging in the wonderful gift of the Church. Our church is changing. He is not. Our church is changing but He will always be the same.

I don’t know what our journey ahead looks like but I am excited about riding the escalator with you. Let’s watch Him change us.

Troy

LifeStages
Congratulations to Matt and Catherine Thompson for the birth of their daughter, Samantha Violet, on May 8. 

FtyF
“The Church and The World” Potluck Luncheon
Sunday, June 7
11:30 a.m.
Room 108
Join us as we welcome Micah and Audrey McElveen (of Vapor Sports in Africa) and Cliff and Yong He Lemke of (Wycliff in China).   They will be speaking at all of the weekend services, so we can hear first hand about the role of the church and serving the world.  Bring a dish to pass and enjoy! Hope to see you there.

Photo Gallery
Click here to find photos from our Feet to your Faith School Zone Serve Day on the GBCC website.

Missionary Update
Click here for the latest updates from GBCC’s supported missionaries.

Culture, Connection, and Communication
If you would like to help change the look and feel of the church to be more warm and welcoming, more hip and happening, please contact Pat Jelen in the church office.  We’re looking for people who love to serve and would like to connect in these areas: welcoming and greeting, orienting attendees around the building, construction, welding, metal work, sewing, upholstery, visual arts, graphic design, web design, web-based social networking, ushering, hosting coffee or breakfast bar, volunteer coordination, volunteer orientation, interior decorating and design, electricians, woodworkers, floor finishers, plastering, interior painting, spray painting, faux finishes, stage set design and fabrication, security, communion set up and MORE.
We’re on the move…come join us!

Click here to complete an interest form.

Contact: Pat Jelen or 593-3490.

Family Camp Spots Still Open
GBCC is hosting one Family Camp this August at Fort Wilderness near Rhinelander.  Space is limited to the first 250 to sign up. Single, married, kids or not – all are welcome at Family Camp!  It’s a great time to meet new people and make new friends. Pick up a brochure in the brochure rack in the lobby or click here for details.

Contact: Pat Jelen or 593-3490.

Building Operations
Carpet Cleaners Needed
The carpets in the building need cleaning on a regular basis. If you would like to lend a hand, you can learn how to run the carpet extractor.  It’s really quite easy and can be fun if you use your imagination and dream you’re operating a Zamboni!  Plus you’ll maintain the look and life of the carpets.  Bonus!  This can be done at your convenience.

Grass Trimming
The grass around the building, machine shed, pond and some of the trees needs trimming on a weekly basis. If you have time and would like to serve outdoors, running power equipment, stop in lend a hand. As Tim the Tool Man Taylor would say, “arh, arh, arh, arh arh!”

Contact:  Patrick Jelen or 593-3492.

Women’s Ministry
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
Welcome Center Volunteer (new)
VBS Adult Small Group Leaders
VBS Game Coordinator
Church Cleaners
Elementary Small Group Leader
Welcome Center Volunteer
Bankruptcy Professional
Funeral Assistant

Contact: Colleen Connors or 593-3485.

KidsQuest
Holiday Schedule
May 23/24, 2009
We will have Nursery – PreK care, but no KidsQuest Elementary Classes.

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. Currently there is a critical need for adult small group leaders.

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.
GBCC’s Monthly Family Service – last one of the school year. Join us!


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.


When Can I Come to Expressway?
June marks the crossover of grades for students in Student Ministries.  That means that:
*Current 5th graders can start attending Expressway Middle June 2 and may also participate in summer canoe trips!
*Any current 8th grader may start attending Wednesday night (high school) Expressway starting June 3.
*Any graduating senior is welcome to participate with Student Ministries all summer, but can also participate in GPS (the summer, college-age group meeting on Sunday nights.)

Singles
Interest Group
If you’re single and would like to connect with other singles, we have a number of great events for you to enjoy from motorcycling, to concerts, dinners, festivals and more.  Just click here to go to the calendar and type Singles in the category. 

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.

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.