Community
My wife recently had surgery. Needless to say, it has turned our world upside down a bit.  With a four-month old baby at home, not having a fully functioning mother can be difficult. 

But while it was difficult, it wasn't impossible because of the support we received.  Our families made themselves available for babysitting.  Friends brought meals.  People prayed for us.  I cannot say enough about the way the people around us rallied together to help with Ann, our daughter Kennedy, and this particular husband/new dad who may have freaked out had it not been for so many amazing people.

I am reminded that this is why community is such a vital part of Community Church. (Hmm...I wonder why they picked that name back in the day?)  Jesus explains that we show love for him by loving those around us – by giving them food or clothing, or something as simple as a cup of cold water.  But how do we know about a need, let alone meet it, if we are not in community with others?

Ann and I want to thank those who supported us in our time of need.  We praise God for their prayers, their help, their patience, and their support.  And we recognize that this is such a fantastic example of Christ living out His love through people who have been faithful in giving their lives to Him to do what He will.

We have been blessed by our community.  Who is being blessed by community because you are connected to them?

Brian Martin

Ask about the journey...
If you have stories to share of how your life has been impacted by knowing Christ, please email them to stories@gbcommunitychurch.com. These stories will be shared in various in-house media venues both on our website and possibly through video.

Click here to view some videos how Christ has impacted people in our community.

For information on Finish to Start please contact:
Ellery Beich, 265-3154
Penny Beich, 217-5033
Tony Alexander, 716-1017
Jennifer Alexander, 246-1852

Unifyer
Sign up for Community’s New Communication Tool!
This is our final eCommunity.  We have moved to a venue where you can select only the information you’d like to receive from the church and communicate directly with the leaders of that ministry.

Please take a minute to register for Unifyer. You’ll find it to be an amazing communication tool.  Go to www.community.unifyer.com. Use this email address as your user name and put in “community” as your password.  Poke around, create your profile, watch the video on how to maneuver through Unifyer and invite others to join.

Click here to link to “A Cynic’s Guide to Unifyer” if you really don’t want to do this.  It may help you overcome your challenges. This has become our main communication tool, so you’ll want to sign on.

Contact Pat Jelen, 593-3490 or Kelly King, 593-3470 if you have questions. We’ll be glad to help!

Lifestages
Our Sympathy:
Our sympathy to Bernie and Wendy Baeb for the death of Wendy's father, Vincent Oettinger, on October 7, 2009.

Our sympathy to Charles and Mary Sturdivant for the death of Charles', mother on October 19, 2009.

Congratulations to:
Brad and Beth Jarosinski, for the birth of their son, Trevor Lawrence, on September 30, 2009.

Chris and Christine Ronk for the adoption of their daughter, Allona Grace, born on December 4, 2005.

Allyn and Cristi Emery on the birth of their son, Traverse Allyn Emery, on October 14, 2009.

Front Line Ministries
Usher/Greeter (Connection Team) Meeting
Sunday, November 15
9:35-10:00 am or
11:20am–12:00pm
Chapel Fireside
This meeting is for all people currently involved in the Usher/Greeter Ministries as well as all interested individuals. We will discuss the vision of our ministry, the implementation/procedures of that vision, and scheduling. It's a critical meeting so please do your best join us!  RSVP by November 11, please.

Also, join our Group in Unifyer to keep yourself informed.

Contact: Jenn Koss or Pat Jelen, 593-3490.

Urban Impact Ministries – New Orleans Potluck
Saturday, October 31
5:30pm
The Jelen's, 1308 Norfield Road, Suamico, 54173
Bring a dish to pass!
Join us for a potluck next Saturday as we welcome back our friends Terry and Tyrone from Urban Impact Ministries, New Orleans, LA. Meet and chat with Terry and Tyrone and their wives. Hear about Urban Impact Ministries and the impact they’re making in the poorest neighborhoods of Central City New Orleans, and - last but not least - hear about the deconstruction/construction trips we’ll be holding next year. People of all skill levels will be needed!

No need to RSVP, just join us! More information is available at the Serve Center.

If you have questions contact Pat Jelen, 660-0066.

New Ministry - Adult Special Needs
Sunday, November 1
8:30-9:30
Room 109AB
Are you or do you know a person who is 18 or over with special needs who would enjoy Sunday morning fellowship, prayer, and Bible study? Join our weekly meeting co-lead by Adam Sharick and Julie Pyne. Get to know each other, pray for one another and learn from God's word. 

Contact: Julie at 214-392-3816 or 920-405-0006

NewComer’s Dessert
Sunday, November 8, December 13
5:00–6:00pm
Room 108 (Breakfast Bar Area)
If you have friends that are new to Community or have been coming for some time and wonder what the “next step” is, join us at our NewComer’s Dessert. Relax in a casual atmosphere as you hear more about Community from Lead Pastor Troy Murphy and others. This a great time to connect, ask questions and see if Community is a fit for you. Registration is required by the Wednesday before the event and is limited to the first 30 people to sign up. Children are always welcome.

Serve
Kingdom Come Food Drive
Now through October 31
Serve Center in the West Lobby
Kingdom Come Food Pantry is in dire need of food. Please consider donating non-perishable food items, onions and potatoes. Along with food, they are in need of used winter coats, hats and gloves, adult sizes 2x and larger are in specific demand. Drop boxes will be provided in the lobby during the month of October.

Ecumenical Partnership for Housing
Great News! Green Bay Community Church is now partnering with several other churches in the Green Bay area. Ecumenical Partnership for housing (EPH) is a not for profit organization of churches working together to help provide transitional housing to homeless families. Click here for more information and to find out how you can get involved.

Contact: Leta Jacquet, 593-3479

Shepherd's Walk Meeting
Sunday, November 15
11:30am-1:00pm
Room 206
lunch served
Please RSVP by Wednesday, November 11 to Cindy M.

Weather Policy
Reminder
It’s getting to be that time of year again!
* If Howard-Suamico schools are closed due to inclement weather, all GBCC activities will be cancelled.
* If Howard-Suamico schools are delayed due to inclement weather, GBCC activities occurring before 12 p.m. will be cancelled.
Closures will be communicated in the "Weather or Not" box located on the home page of our website and as a super widget in Unifyer. Also, GBCC will program the telephone answering system for after-hours calls. If a closure is not mentioned on our recorded message, ministries will function as usual. If you do not have access to a computer or telephone, you can listen to our friends at Q90FM (90.1 on your radio dial) 6:00-9:00 a.m. or 2:00-6:00pm Monday through Friday for additional closure information.

Women’s Ministry
Director Announcement
It is with great excitement that I inform you that Deanna Redfearn will be taking on the role of Women’s Ministry Director. During these last eight years, Deanna served many roles in Women’s Ministry, including hospitality coordinator, small group leader, Special Events Coordinator and most recently, Bible Study Coordinator. God has been at work in Deanna’s life, and it is clear that He has been preparing her for this new role. I know it is her heart’s desire to reach women with the love of Christ. As a ministry we are seeking new ways to become more effective because women have tremendous influence in our culture. We want women to be empowered with the love and truth of Jesus Christ, to be set free to be all that God has created them to be.

It has been a privilege to serve the women of our church the last eight years in this role. It has been an adventure for me personally and as a ministry leader to be a part of God’s work. This summer it became clear that God was leading me to accept the role of Administrative Assistant at Providence Academy, and to leave my role as Women’s Ministry Director. I will continue to serve as a coach during this time of transition. I want to thank you, and my husband and children, for allowing me to serve you these last eight years. Please welcome Deanna and pray for her and Women’s Ministry as she steps into this new role.

In His Service,
Cheryl Ferraro

"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you a hope and a future".  Jeremiah 29:11

Women's Christmas Celebration
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
6:30pm
Gym
Join us for our annual Women's Christmas Celebration, "Prepare Ye The Way." Sign up begins on Sunday, November 8 and invitations will be in the brochure racks soon!!

What is the Women's Christmas Celebration? It is an evening where women of all ages come together and enjoy a potluck dinner, fabulous desserts, Christmas music, and a wonderful speaker who will help us prepare our hearts for what Christmas is all about! The GBCC gym will have many round tables all uniquely decorated by women who have volunteered to host a table.

If you are looking to get connected and involved...here are several ways:

1. We are looking for women to host a table that evening (this involves decorating a table for eight women).
- You can host a table and fill it with your friends, co-workers, neighbors, family etc....
OR
- You can host a table and leave it open for women who are coming and would love a place to sit.

2. We'll also have sign-ups for volunteers for that evening to greet, etc...

*Remember - you do not need to host a table to sign-up.
**Most importantly, remember to invite your neighbors, co-workers, friends, family....this is a wonderful way to reach other women, get connected, and prepare the way for Christmas!

If you have any questions, please contact either:
Carrie Birr, 822-2697 or Dawn VanSchyndel, 366-2314.

Arts Team
Techies Needed!
GBCC Technical Arts Team is always looking for more people to serve. The GBCC Tech Team provides tech support for the weekend services, like audio, video, lighting etc, as well as support for ministry events church-wide. No experience required! If you are interested in serving on the GBCC Tech Team, please contact Danny Lueck, 593-3483.


Music Team
The Music Team leads worship at weekend services and special events. We are a ministry with the purpose of serving God and the community by using and sharing the musical gifts God has given us. We’re also a pretty close-knit small group of sorts. We spend time together practicing and working on music, but we also spend time building relationships with God and one another.

There are openings for all vocal ranges and any instruments. Soprano? Come out and sing. Guitar player? Come out and strum and/or wail. You play the washboard? Well, come out anyway, we may be able to find a spot for you.

The actual audition is a two-part process that involves playing or singing some music that you will receive ahead of time, and a brief interview to get to know you better.

For more information and to receive an audition form, please contact Jeff Whitney, 593-3472.

Ballroom Dance
Christmas Dance
December 11, 2009
7:00-11:00pm
Youth Center
Everyone is welcome for a very good time including dancing, fellowship, and a 9-piece band.   Come and get to know more about this ministry.   There is no cost but please bring a dish to pass.

Contact Person: Dale Walton

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, dances, dinners, Packers games and more.  Just click here to go to the calendar and type Singles in the category. 

KidsQuest
KidsQuest Schedule
Click here for the KidsQuest 2009/2010 schedule.

KidsQuest Wednesday Night Connect Fact Sheet
Click here for a Wednesday Night Connect fact sheet. It was developed to address some frequently asked questions. This is a new endeavor, a work in process, so your feedback is important! I look forward to hearing from you whether you have more questions or want to share a WNC story.


Wednesday Night Connect Meals
Wednesdays, October 28 - April 28
5:00-6:15pm
West Lobby
Wednesday Night Connect Meal Reminder
Don't forget that a meal is served prior to WNC each week. You can either sign up on paper each week for the following week, or you can contact Cindy M., 593-3471 by noon on Monday prior to the Wednesday meal. Tables are set up in the West Lobby. Donations are appreciated and will keep the program alive!

PLEASE NOTE: The meal is available starting at 5:00 and ends at 6:15. However, kids may not go to their rooms (K-12) before 6:15pm. Parents, please stay with your kids until that time.

Family Night Live
November 4, December 2, January 6, February 3, March 3
6:30-8:00pm
Start out in the Gym for family worship and then head to the Arts Center for KQ Family Night Live.

KidsQuest Family Night Live is a monthly high-energy, interactive service that features drama sketches, music, and teaching that is engaging for the whole family. Mark your calendars and check it out. You and your kids will love it!

*NEW*
We will start out with family worship in the Gym at 6:30pm each month, starting November 4, and then head to the Arts Center for KQ Family Night Live.

KidsQuest FNL Facts:
* Everyone is welcome!
* No childcare offered on FNL nights
* No adult classes on FNL nights
* Bring a snack to share during the family social time immediately following FNL.
* A limited supply of FamilyTime Virtue Packs will be available to purchase.


FamilyTimes Virtue Packs
FamilyTimes Virtue Packs are available to purchase for $10 at KidsQuest Family Night Live each month. These packs are a tool for families to use to connect around the monthly virtue taught in the elementary weekend classes and at FNL. There is a limited supply of November Virtue Packs still available, so if you would like one please contact Cindy V., 593-3489.

Unifyer
Attention all KidsQuest Parents and Volunteers:
Please sign up for Unifyer, GBCC's new communication and connection tool if you haven't yet. This is the place where you will find information on what's happening in KidsQuest, connect with other parents and volunteers, and find encouragement as a parent and/or volunteer. Click here for more information on how to sign up.

Contact: Cindy Vandermause or 593-3489.

Student Ministries
Student Ministry Calendars
Calendars for what’s happening in Student Ministries in the fall have been mailed to homes. But just in case you didn't get one, please click here to print off the calendar for your refrigerator and never miss a beat with Student Ministries!


Microwave
We are pretty sure that the microwave in the East Kitchen (attached to the Youth Center) is possibly older than the youth pastor, and it’s on the fritz.  Do you have one you would be willing to donate?  If so, please contact Brian Martin, 593-3484.  We are looking for one in good working order that is a decent size (preferably not a small dorm-sized one).  Thanks!


Serve Night
Our first off-campus Serve Night for Middle School students will be Wednesday, October 28. The high schooler’s first off-campus night will be Wednesday, November 4. In order to participate, students will need to fill out and return a release form/permission slip. Forms will be sent home soon – parents, please take the time to fill them out and return them. Thanks!

Forms will also be online shortly.


Junior/Senior Retreat – “The Bridge”
If you are a student in grade 11 or 12, please join us for an amazing weekend called “The Bridge.” We will be encountering God, facing our past, and learning what it will mean to cross the bridge into the future.  Watch for more information to come.

Who: Students in grade 11 or 12
Where: GBCC
When: November 20-22 (starting late Friday night to early Sunday morning)
Cost: $25 – that’s an amazing deal!

Registration deadline is November 11.  It is very important that students turn in their stuff on time (or early!!).  The quality of your retreat experience may depend on it…

Click here for a registration form.

Family Night Live
Parents of middle school students: don’t miss the chance to connect with your child and volunteer leaders at Family Night Live – a night focused on your family. It will be fun, enlightening, and interactive, so join your middle school student the first Wednesday of every month at 6:30-8:00pm! See you there!


Contact Brian Martin, 593-3484.

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

Critical Serving Opportunites
Adult Tech Shepherd (mentor)
Stocker/Grocery
Elementary Facilitator
Elementary Small Group Leader
Nursery Helper
One-On-One Buddy
Greeters
Crown Life Group Leader
Higher Grounds
Church Cleaners
Bankruptcy Professional
Funeral Assistant

Contact: Leta Jacquet, 593-3479.

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.

Group Life Events and Activities
Click here for the Connect Book Fall 09 or 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
Sunday: 8:15am, 10:00am, and 6:00pm