Love God, Grow Toge ther , Re ach the World

Where Will You

A T WHEA T O N B I B L E CH U RCH Begin This Fall?

Where? Also:
Not Your Typical GPS
Curious about
Community Groups?
And Now, LIVE
from West Chicago . . .

FALL 2010 | Issue 05

Welcome
Rob Bugh, Senior Pastor
We want to hear from you.
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Church speak to your heart? Was there
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“ If God’s Spirit is not in our planning and processes…
all our plans and programs will not begin to make the
kind of eternal difference that changes the lives and
destinies of men and women, boys and girls.
It
”
is that time of year at Wheaton Bible Church when
we return, renew, refresh, regroup, and recommit.
IN EVERY ISSUE
3 Our Mission
4 Connect at WBC
FEATURES
table of contents
15 Listening In on a
LOVE GOD
It is time to push our ministry “restart” buttons. 12 Worship at Home: Conversation between Steve
Family Worship: Now Gottlieb and Brian Hogan
Actually, restart is the wrong word. Our ministries have never
and Then
stopped. While I was on my two-month sabbatical and many of you 24 Dear Women . . .
were vacationing, our ministry teams were planning, studying, 31 Community Groups:
rehearsing, and in every way preparing for the ministry year that Curious about 30 Teaching Children the Gospel
is now upon us. So, to be more accurate, our ministries really Community Groups? in Iglesia del Pueblo
are pushing their “forward” or even “fast forward” buttons.
34 Church Finances: 33 Shelf Life 5
We do so after completing a thorough ministry-planning
Mission-Focused Finances
process, begun last spring and aimed primarily at aligning
“
all that we do with our mission as a church. So, we are ready. 35 Elder Column: GROW TOGETHER
I am my own
The plans, people, and priorities are in place. But wait— Going Deeper, 9 Where Will You BEGIN This testimony that children
I am reminded that it’s possible for us to be organized but not Growing Deeper Fall ?
blessed. We can make detailed—even clever and creative—plans.
36 Elder Profile: do understand the message
But if God’s Spirit is not in our planning and processes, if we are 13 Not Your Typical GPS
Chuck Stair of salvation and their lives
not surrendered to His will and His purpose, all our plans and
programs will not begin to make the kind of eternal difference that
16 Breaking the WBC Code
Initiative Updates:
can be impacted even at
changes the lives and destinies of men and women, boys and girls.
”
17 Treasured Promises: Walking
27 Heart for AIDS: Together through Loss such an early age.
It is His work we are doing in and through this church, and for that
Helping for the Long Haul
reason we must depend on His guidance and submit our plans and
preparations to His hand. James 4:13–16 puts it all in perspective:
30
28 The MOVE Initiative:
REACH THE WORLD
Now listen, you who say, “Today or tomorrow we
A MOVE Candidate’s
will go to this or that city, spend a year there, carry Journey—in His Own 5 And Now, Live, from
on business and make money.” Why, you do not even Words West Chicago . . .
know what will happen tomorrow. What is your life? Monday Night Live
29 Puente del Pueblo:
You are a mist that appears for a little while and
Grateful for Dedicated 21 Alpha: Exploring the
then vanishes. Instead, you ought to say, “If it is the
Tutors Questions of Life
Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.” As it
is, you boast and brag. All such boasting is evil. 25 Feeding Starving Children—
So we commit this year to Him. Walking by the Spirit and One Bag at a Time
recognizing that He is Lord of All. Asking Him to lead us
as a church. Seeking to be wise and creative stewards of
His resources, completely relying on Him, trusting in His
provision, and resting in His will—and giving Him the glory
for all that He accomplishes in and through our church and
its ministries this year. Thank you for Begin; it’s helped
In His matchless grace, me meet staff and new people.
Thanks so much for all who serve
9
with Begin. —Kelly Oberlin, March 2010
25
Rob Bugh, Senior Pastor
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 CONNECT at WBC
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WELCOME
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dthomson@wheatonbible.org Fill out a Connect Card or stop by the Visitor Center, enjoy a cup of coffee,
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God has called the whole church—young or old, single Nancy Langham, some light refreshments, and casual conversation with our Visitor Center hosts.
or married, new or long-time believers—to a lifelong Communication Manager/Editorial
journey of becoming and making disciples of Jesus nlangham@wheatonbible.org
Christ. Our mission captures, in simple phrases, what
Jesus expressed in the Great Commandment and the
Leslie Zander,
Communication Manager/
ALPHA and/or BEGIN@WBC
Great Commission. Jesus loved God, loved others, and Graphic Design Alpha explores the meaning of life If you are new to WBC, join us for a
shared this Good News with all who would listen. We lzander@wheatonbible.org from a Christian perspective. Relaxed, dynamic, life-changing, five-week
want to do what He commanded and live how He lived. low-key and fun, Alpha includes a meal journey as you “Begin@WBC.”
Donna Stone,
together, a talk on a basic Christian
Administrative Assistant Our next two sessions are scheduled for
Our mission is represented visually using three thought, and small group discussion.
dstone@wheatonbible.org Sundays, September 12–October 17,
interlocking circular shapes. Each element is unique,
yet they cannot be separated from the other two. The arrows suggest continual Wednesday, September 15 11:00 am–12:15 pm, and October 24–
Contributors
movement. Loving God keeps our eyes focused on the Author and Sustainer of (women only), 9:30–11:30 am December 5, 9:45–11:00 am
Marie Allison, Writer (no class November 28).
our faith and flourishes best among a loving community of believers. Growing Thursday, September 16, 6:30–8:30 pm
together is an ongoing process that is born from our love for God and must Kris Annen, Proofreader
flow out into reaching the world. Reaching the world is a journey fueled by Lauren Castady, Graphic Design

Community
the desire to see all people come to know and love God.
Eva Choe, Writer
Our mission provides focus and direction. Everything we do as a church begins
with it. Our annual plans, ministries, worship services and communication Andrew Flores, Writer God created you to live in community. WBC is committed to helping you grow
are all evaluated against it. Brian Hogan, Writer together by offering a variety of groups that meet in homes and at the church.

Kellie Kammes, Writer Get connected today.

Contact Rhonda Ford, 630.876.6610, rford@wheatonbible.org.
Toni Kulisek, Proofreader

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Scott Landon, Proofreader, Writer
Rich Lanenga, Photographer Belong@WBC
Jon Langham, Photographer Hear more about what we believe, where we are headed, and how you fit in
Wendy Larson, Writer at our two-part membership seminar, Friday, October 15, 7:00–9:00 pm and
Saturday, October 16, 9:00 am–noon. Prereading and preregistration
We grow together in We reach the world by Amy Martin, Graphic Design are required.
community. At Wheaton sharing the Gospel and
Chris Parker, Writer
Bible Church we do this serving others both
in church-based and globally and locally. Rob Rienow, Writer
home-based groups. Kristin Schaefer, Writer Baptism
Caroljoy Spensley, Proofreader Whether you have been a Christ follower for three weeks or three years, we invite
you to publicly proclaim your faith by getting baptized. Pre-registration is required.
Judi Turek, Writer
Two baptismal services are scheduled for this fall: Sunday, September 26,
Traditional Worship Steve Vanderveen, Printing
with preparation classes Wednesday, September 15 and 22, 7:30–8:30 pm; and
Sunday, 8:15 am, West Worship Center Jonathan Ziman, Writer Sunday, November 14, with preparation classes Wednesday, November 3 and 10,
Contemporary Worship 7:30–8:30 pm.
Sunday, 9:45 am and 11:15 am, Paper Donated by
West Worship Center Bob Carlisle, Camelot Paper
Iglesia del Pueblo For more information or to register, visit www.wheatonbible.org/Get_Connected
Sunday, 11:15 am, East Worship Center or contact Lynne Morris, 630.876.6659, connect@wheatonbible.org.
Wednesday, 7:00 pm, East Worship Center

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 Radical games.
Loud music.
And Now, Live, from God’s love.
West Chicago . . . Every Monday night, the Warehouse
—our lower-level Student Ministry
space—packs out with high school
students for Monday Night Live (MNL).
Heading into its third year, MNL has
become a life-change ministry
opportunity for students.
From the beginning we designed MNL to provide
a dynamic, fun, and safe environment for students
to explore the Gospel message. We challenge our
students to bring their friends from school, especially
those who are not Christ followers. We also challenge
By Chris Parker our students to talk with their friends afterward and
use MNL as a conversation bridge to the Gospel.

“ We designed MNL to Our aim in Student Ministry is to help students rec-

provide a dynamic, fun,
and safe environment for
students to explore the
Gospel message.
” evangelism and discipleship. MNL serves as an equip-
ognize their calling to reach their world. We remind
them that their campus is their mission field. God has
placed them in the classroom, on the football field,
or in the cafeteria with hundreds of their peers so
that they can impact the Kingdom of God through
ping tool for these students in their mission fields.
Many students have responded to our challenge
to reach their mission field through MNL. They
come week after week and enthusiastically bring
their friends to have fun and hear God’s Word.
As a result, many have dedicated their lives to
Christ for the first time this year at MNL!
God is transforming lives in the Warehouse
on Monday nights.
Pray with us that God will continue to use
this venue to challenge our students to reach
out to their friends and classmates who do
not yet have a relationship with Christ. n

Photos by Chris Parker and PJ Keenon

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 MNL Interview with
Matt & Mitch
The following is
part of a conversation
Chris Parker, Associate
Youth Pastor, had
with two highschool
sophomores, Matt Weber
and Mitch Rogers.
Mitch Rogers and Matt Weber
Chris: Matt, how long have you known Mitch?
Matt: I’ve known Mitch since fourth grade,
elementary school. We’re basically neighbors.
We’ve grown up hanging out together.
Chris: Mitch, had you ever been to church with
Matt before?
Mitch: No. But I did grow up going to church as a child.
Chris: Tell us, Matt, about bringing Mitch to MNL.
What was that like?
Matt: I invited him over the summer. At first he
rejected me. I didn’t give up. I knew that deep-down
he wanted to go. I was pretty sure of it. So I kept
bugging him about it, and eventually he gave in.
Chris: Mitch, what was it like when Matt invited
you to come to MNL?
Mitch: I was kind of intimidated. I didn’t really
know anyone at this church.
Chris: Are you glad that you came to MNL?
Mitch: I’m very glad I came. It was an amazing
time. I met a ton of new friends and met kids from
my school. The summer MNLs were a lot of fun.
Chris: What are some of the things you
learned at MNL that were new to you?
Mitch: I had always known that God loved me,
but it never really hit home until I started coming
to MNL and hearing it on a regular basis.
Chris: Matt, what inspired you to invite Mitch?
Matt: My core group leader, Andrew Flores, has
always been bugging us to invite kids to MNL,
and I really took that on with Mitch because
he’s always been a close friend of mine.
I think MNL really answered Mitch’s questions. I
knew from talking to him that he believed there
was a God, but he just didn’t know all the details.
7 LIFE at Wheaton Bible Church | Fall 2010
Chris: Mitch, how did MNL play a role in your having a
relationship with God?
Mitch: It was really a gateway to getting an intimate
EquipU presents
relationship with God. After I started coming to MNL, I
wanted to get more involved in the church, so I started
going to two core groups and then coming here full time.
Chris: Tell us about the day that you understood
the Gospel and accepted that for yourself.
Mitch: It was February 28 of this year. We were in
Portillo’s. Andrew Flores, Dave Thompson, Matt, and
Chris. I started asking simple questions. Then Dave
asked me if I wanted to accept Christ. And I did. That
was a great experience. I smiled the rest of the day.
Chris: Matt, how has your friendship with
Mitch changed since he accepted Christ?
Matt: It has gotten a lot deeper. We’ve become
closer friends. More open with each other. We get
to hang out more—at MNL and Core Group. Just to
see the radical changes that have happened have
been awesome. It has made our friendship a lot cooler.
Chris: Mitch, tell us how your relationships with your
family have changed since you’ve come to Christ.
Mitch: I have a lot better relationship with my parents
and my family. I used to try to avoid my family as much
as possible. But after I started coming to MNL and Core
Group, they started asking me questions about what
I was doing. And from there we started to have a
much better relationship. It was really great.
Chris: Do you have conversations with them about
God and a relationship with Him?
Mitch: Yes. It’s amazing. I never really talked to
them before. So now having intimate conversations
with them is just fantastic. Mondays
Chris: Mitch, what would you say to the student
who is skeptical about MNL or scared to come?
6:30–8:30 pm
Mitch: I would say, “Come!” These are the friendliest peo-
ple I have ever met in my entire life. Everyone at MNL is so
Sept. 13–Dec. 13
nice to you, and they will welcome you with open arms. n
Facilitated by Russ Stock
Seating
S is limited. Register by September 6.
Would you like to minister to high school students on Mon-
day nights? We have a place for you at MNL. Contact Chris Childcare is available upon request.
Parker, cparker@wheatonbible.org, or call 630.876.6638.
The FPU Membership Kit is required and is
Chris Parker is Associate Youth Pastor. On
Monday nights you might find him flipping available for purchase at Chapters bookstore.
burgers, leading students in a crazy game,
bonding with high schoolers, or teaching
from God’s Word.
For more information or to register,
visit www.wheatonbible.org/EquipU or contact
Rhonda Ford, 630.876.6610, rford@wheatonbible.org.
R
 Begin@WBC describes our mission—to love God, to grow together, and to
reach the world—and explains how it shapes the life of our church. During
Thank you for the six-week gathering, you will hear from several staff members who
By Marie Allison

Where Will You

will each share one aspect of our mission. The last week you’ll have the
Begin; it’s helped
opportunity to learn about specific opportunities to connect and serve.
me meet staff and Those sessions include the following:
new people. Thanks Pastor of Adult Discipleship and Director of Evangelism and
Development Jeff Walser encour- Connect Ministry Marie Allison tells

Begin This Fall?

so much for all who
serve with Begin.
—Kelly Oberlin, March 2010
Wonderful! Everyone should
start here. Very informative.
Very welcoming. Very friendly.
A great way to Begin!
—Libby Chibe, May 2010
ages us to love God by spending
time with Him. He explains how
the Weekly Devotionals are useful
tools for our daily quiet times.
Family Pastor Rob Rienow shares
the importance of our homes as
places of discipleship. He shows
us how the WBC Family Worship
Guide supports us in that calling.
Community Life Pastor for Young
Adults Ted Coniaris describes
how important “community” is for
Christ followers and how our Adult
Classes, Community Groups, and
Bible Studies fulfill that need.
of our commitment to reach the world
by sharing the Good News of Christ
both personally and corporately
through programs like Alpha.
Local Impact Pastor Chris McElwee
explains how we believe that it takes
Christlike acts of compassion and ser-
vice to reach the world through global
and local ministry opportunities. n
Marie Allison is Director
of Evangelism and
Connect Ministry. She
and her husband, Lon,
live in West Chicago, and
began at WBC in 2004.

Get Started with

Since WBC has moved to the West Chicago campus, Begin@WBC
500 people have attended the Begin@WBC class
Join us for our
and become involved in the church. six-week sessions:
Sunday,
We started coming to WBC at the time Sept. 12–Oct. 17,
that WBC relocated on North Ave. Although 11:00 am–12:15 pm
we were quite grounded in our faith, we
felt BEGIN would educate us on who WBC
Sunday,

I thought this class was very

helpful and I learned a lot more
about Wheaton Bible Church.
—Tolee Change, February 2009
Wonderful
introduction to the
mission of Wheaton
Bible Church.
—Gail Novosad, February 2009
I love the familiar. I like my
fuzzy slippers, my jeans, and sitting on one particular spot on my couch.
was and what they believed and stood
for, introduce us to potential serving
Oct. 24–Dec. 5
(no class Nov. 28),
opportunities, and serve as a launching 9:45–11:00 am
I like sameness and routine, but sometimes I have to take a little risk and do pad to connect with people coming
something different to expand my horizons and truly enjoy life. That is the into the church and allow us to meet some of the church staff.
way it is with church. It is nice to enjoy the Sunday worship service and go
We both have had a passion in the area of global missions for
home, a comfortable preference to be sure, but unfortunately, a choice that
years and have enjoyed several opportunities to serve in this
can be lonely and lacking in spiritual fulfillment. If you are ready to exchange
capacity, including leading the first trip last June for the MOVE
the comfortable for the rewarding, we hope you will join us for Begin@WBC. Initiative, and serving on the MissionsFest Planning Committee.
Whether you are new to WBC or have been attending the Sunday worship All these things have given us opportunity to meet some great
people and to grow and develop in our own relationships with
services for years, Begin@WBC is for you. It is for anyone who is ready to take
Jesus Christ.
the next step of involvement at Wheaton Bible Church. Begin@WBC is for
people of all spiritual-maturity levels, from new Christ followers to those who —Tom and Joyce Wisniewski
have followed Christ for many years. It is a casual, friendly atmosphere where For more information or to register,
visit www.wheatonbible.org/Begin.
people connect with one another and the pastoral staff in a small-group setting.

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 WORSHIP AT HOME by Rob Rienow
Family Pastor
Family Worship:
Now and Then as a beautiful answer from history in response to
the question “Why do we need family worship?”

To learn more about how your family can grow

Our Christian mission begins with the Great
Commandment, to love God with all our heart, with all together spiritually at home, pick up a free
our soul, and with all our strength. How do we begin to copy of our Family Worship Guide, available
love Him? By worshiping Him at church and at home. in the bookstore, library, or online. n

Below you will find two short stories of WBC families

growing together as they worship at home, as well
Volcano!
F I RE ! In our home, fa
I plug in our M
mily worship st
ar ts with loud
d P3 player and music.
ship, we decide pl ay
rt ic ul ar ni gh t of family wor , w he re
Family Worship
. The kids go nu
a song from Se
eds
For this pa was Exodus 12 from whereve ts, and come ru
e Bible reading r they are into nning
to go all out! Th es over the ho m es of th e
our favorite tim the living room
. One of
de at h pa ss es was when w
the angel of eat miracle, e were reading
yp t. To re member this gr ish
12:34: “Out of
the over flow of Matthew
Israelites in Eg traditional Jew the hear t, the
r be st to pu t together the in g
speaks.” To illus
trate this truth, mouth
we did ou rls had fun gett in a glass of vi we put food co
Julie and the gi negar and then loring
Passover meal. b was to gr ill th e la m b. So I
cano! It was a ad ded baking so
y. M y jo t visual reminde da. Vol-
ever ything re ad n talkin abou g r to ever yone
ea t on th e gr ill, and we bega ju ic e
me included, th
at our hear ts ne in our family,
put the m e
n smeared som God so that th ed to be right
age. Then, Etha never e words that ov with
the Bible pass n. I sh ou ld er flow from our he
ed ed my attentio are kind, not fu
ll of anger like ar ts
in his eye an d ne I know, flames an exploding
hi le gr ill in g. The next thing le I used to think volcano.
multitask w ill. We were ab “family devotio
e ar e po ur in g out of the gr ft . It boring. I was w ns” sounded pr
and smok le
t not much was rong! Our kids etty
w morsels, bu days go by with love it. In fact,
to salvage a fe an d laug hi ng, out a family w if a few
fa m ily tim e of learning g will be the ones orship time, th
was a gr ea t ded our ev in en to help get us ey
al l th e m ish aps. We conclu s. back on track.
despite nd”— Oberwei — Chris McElw
e “Promised La ee (husband to
with a trip to th of Jack, Shay, an Laura, and fath
er
lie, and father d Finn)
M ar k Fa rre ll (husband to Ju
— e)
Kyle, and Adelin
of Ethan, Ellie,

5 Reasons for 1. To bring glory to God 3. To produce real 5. To influence society

You love to unite with other joy in the home Who can tell what influence
Worshiping believers and worship Him Without shared worship and family worship might have
God at Home publicly at church. You love of God, a family is but over our entire society?
—adapted from “Motives love to pour out your soul a collection of individuals Good habits would be
for Family Prayer” by Dr. J. H. before Him in private. Should who may have more or less adopted. The powerful voice
Merle d’Aubigné (1794–1872) you not seek to worship, natural affection for one of conscience would be
pray, and glorify God another. A Christian fam- strengthened. God uses our
Few Christian adults today
with those most precious ily finds real happiness in worship at home to transform
grew up in homes that
to you in your family? worshiping God together. us and then to overflow
practiced family worship. Yet
His power into the world.
down through the centuries, 2. To protect your 4. To console during
particularly after the Refor- children from sin times of trial
mation, Christians considered You are greatly concerned When the hour of trial comes,
family worship essential. for your children’s earthly and it will, sooner or later—
In the early 1800s, church prosperity and success; how likely more than once—God
leader Merle d’Aubigné much more should you be brings consolation to those
offered his five reasons for concerned with their eternal in the home who gather
why families should worship prosperity and happiness? around the Book of God.
God together at home.

Fall 2010 | LIFE at Wheaton Bible Church 12

 God has been a part of my “plan” and sometimes even a piece of my week for much of my life; however,
it took a painful divorce a few years ago and the “growing years” since to show me that my plans and my
weeks were meaningless without God at the center of my life and journey.
I am grateful to say that since that time, God has such as DivorceCare, Single Purpose, GPS, and my
become my Comforter, Counselor, Shelter, and Rock. Community Group.
He has shown me over and over that He will not
I don’t believe you can reach 35-plus and be single—
abandon me or forsake me and that He’s there in the
whether through divorce, death of a spouse, or simply
details. In my self-reliance, none of this was part of my
never marrying—without having faced some serious
plan. But God’s plan is so much better. His Word tells
pain and suffering, heartbreak, or rejection. As a
me that He directs the steps of the godly. “He delights
result, singles can be a little extra self-protective,
in every detail of their lives. Though they stumble, they
to say the least. The big thing Pastor Jeff has taught
will never fall, for the lord holds them by the hand”
us in GPS is to keep engaging and connecting. People
(Psalm 37:23–24, NLT). What an amazing comfort to
are messy. Relationships are messy, but we have to
know that as I continue my journey, God is holding
roll up our sleeves and stick with them because that’s
my hand. Though I may yet stumble, He won’t let go!
where Christ can truly change and heal us. As a result,
I found WBC at the very moment I most desperately I see the singles at WBC sticking it out and asking for
needed to, and I haven’t looked back since. WBC help in making the often difficult choice to connect.
has become my family in this journey. It’s the place Singles are finding a place at GPS and courage to
I belong and am accepted and loved. I have been belong and to grow as God does His work in them.

Not Your Typical GPS

fed and tended to in so many loving ways at WBC, That’s a pretty big thing! n
thanks to the teaching, resources, and ministries
—Lisa Rudolph

LIFE caught up LIFE: How did God become a part of

your journey as a single?
Kim: I have met many wonderful
people through attending the
with GPS member Kim: Singleness has been difficult Begin@WBC class, a Women’s
Ministry Bible study, the Connections
Kimberly J. Koenig for me to accept. Acceptance is
coming only through God’s gracious and GPS Adult Classes, Dave
Ramsey’s seminar, and a home-based
Mary Chapman brought a lesson from Philippians on a recent Sunday morning. Photos by Jon Langham and talked about transformation of my heart. Through
Bible-study group. The resources
His continued faithfulness, He is
Remember the days when you had to use a lead and teach. Three Community Groups for singles— singleness and WBC. cultivating my trust in Him in this available at WBC are helping me
places for open discussion and in-depth prayer and grow deeper in my relationship
map to get to an unfamiliar place? Now you can area of my life too. I now am
encouragement—have formed from within the GPS with God and meet new friends.
just punch an address into a GPS and even pick resting, knowing that where I
class, with additional groups forming. The group
am today, right now, at this mo- LIFE: What’s big right now?
whether you want to hear your directions in a also plans various activities for fun and service. n
embrace ment in time, is exactly God’s
proper British accent, in Polish, or in Swahili. “It is where we can place for me. I have peace and
Kim: The singles group at WBC is
ansparent
one another; are tr
Kevin Berce, a member of the GPS
growing—many new faces pop into
Here at WBC we have another kind of GPS—a hope in my heart: “‘For I know
d support, trust, GPS each week. Even so, the Spirit is
and accountable; an
Leadership Team, says, “If you are
Sunday-morning Adult Class especially for singles the plans I have for you,’ says at work, coalescing us into a family.
one another in
single and want to fellowship with
encourage, and love
35 and older. It began with the vision of a group other singles, this is a great safe place the lord. ‘They are plans for There is a beautiful intimacy present
of WBC singles, and with the help of Jeff Walser, this time.”
this season and at
to meet and grow and be challenged. good and not for disaster, in GPS. It is where we can embrace
Pastor of Adult Discipleship and Development. We’re normal people like everyone else.” to give you a future and a one another; are transparent and
The class meets at 11:15 every Sunday morning to study He adds, “Lots of people in this group will roll up hope’” (Jeremiah 29:11, NLT). accountable; and support, trust,
and discuss the Bible as members seek to “navigate their sleeves and jump in. They have a heart for other LIFE: How has WBC become encourage, and love one another
life” from God’s perspective and pursue His mission people going through what they are going through.
part of that journey? in this season and at this time. n
for their lives. Jeff, Community Life Pastor for Singles, These people embarrass me in how kind they are
Jonathon Ziman, and others from within the group with giving up their time.”

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 CG AC P4Y GEMS

MOV
Breaking the WBC Code

GO
“ It is amazing to see how
far we’ve come with technology Huddle
By WBC Communication Team
InTune
and how we’re using that in FYI, WBC is an active church. You can Begin, Belong, join an AC, a CG, or
P4Y for women. Service opportunities include PdP, TPC, GEMS, and more.
our worship services. ” You’re regularly invited to MOVE or GO or—if you’re a man—to Huddle.
Confused? Let us help you break the WBC Code!
We created this simple glossary of terms in the hope that the next
If you’ve been serving on this tech crew for
time someone tells you, “Get a LIFE,” you’ll know it wasn’t meant
more than 20 years, you’ve seen a lot happen as an insult.
at Wheaton Bible Church over that time.
What are some of the highlights? AC: This is neither air InTune: The monthly
conditioning nor alternating Women’s Ministry e-news. Visit
Steve: Well, I think back to some of the Easter current. An AC, or Adult Class, www.wheatonbible.org/Women
services where we overflowed all over the campus is what we call our Sunday to sign up.
in order to accommodate the number of people morning classes for adults.
Iglesia del Pueblo: Our
that showed up. And I think of the days when Alpha: A class for people Spanish-speaking congregation.
our first presentations involved slide projectors exploring the meaning of life
LIFE: LIFE at Wheaton Bible
from the balcony to rear projection screens. from a Christian perspective.
Church magazine—what
AWANA: Not slang for “I want you’re reading right now.
Brian: Yeah, it is amazing to see how far we’ve
to” but rather a fun club for
come with technology and how we’re using that MNL (Monday Night Live):
kids—preschool through sixth-
Meets weekly and provides
in our worship services. What is it like to support grade—that meets Wednesday
an opportunity for high
what happens on Sunday mornings? nights and features Bible
school students to bring their
stories, Scripture memorization,
Steve: It’s nice to be behind the scenes. I don’t friends to hear the Gospel.
and active games.
Photos by Jon Langham
know that I’d want to stand up in front of everybody. More 4 U: Weekly all-
Begin@WBC: A six-part class
Listening In on a Conversation between Although, you know, the things that happen on tech
are very visible. You mess up with sound or you mess
where newcomers can learn
more about WBC and how
church e-news. Sign up
at www.wheatonbible.org.

Steve Gottlieb and Brian Hogan, Worship and Creative Arts Pastor up with lighting or video, and everybody knows it. So
we’re not as behind the scenes as we might like to think.
they can get involved.
Belong@WBC: Our two-part
MOVE/The MOVE Initiative:
Our churchwide initiative to
reach North African immigrants
When most people think about the Worship and Creative Arts Ministry at Wheaton Bible Church, they think I thoroughly enjoy it. I miss it the weeks that I’m not on. membership seminar.
living in Europe with the
about the people on the platform singing and playing instruments. The reality is that there is an amazing group Brian: If you were talking to people in our CG/Community Group: Adult message and love of Christ.
church who had interest in serving on our tech small groups that meet in homes.
of volunteers who work behind the scenes to support what happens on the platform. Recently Worship and P4Y/Place 4 You: This
Creative Arts Pastor Brian Hogan sat down with Steve Gottlieb, a longtime volunteer on our technical production team, what would you say to them? Is there a GEMS: Not a section of women’s Bible study meets
place for people with no technical skills? Tiffany’s or the Midwest Jewelry on Tuesday evenings and
crew (TPC) and talked to him about what serving is like and what it means to him to serve in this area. Exchange, it stands for God’s Wednesday mornings.
Steve: Absolutely. We could use help in every Extraordinary Miracles—our
PdP/Puente del Pueblo:
Brian: Tell me about your family Steve: My oldest son, Mark, serves on the crew. position. And you know, people can come in ministry to families of children
Our churchwide initiative to
and try it and see if they like it. The training is with special needs.
and how long you’ve been attending He’s generally in the back room doing the graphics. meet the needs of the immi-
Wheaton Bible Church. Robert served for a while doing lighting at the old all on-the-job. There’s nobody putting you on GO Teams: Teams that grant population at the
church building. Now he’s off at school and playing the spot. They’re not going to throw you at GO—to all sorts of interesting Westwood Apartments
Steve: I’m married. I’ve got five kids. places! Refers to our Global in West Chicago.
guitar at the church in Virginia Beach, where he is. the soundboard and say, “Okay. There you go.
We have been here 30-some years. Outreach Teams—short-term
Chris is working in the parking-lot group now. And Have at it.” TPC: Not a high-end yogurt
mission trips for families,
Brian: And how long have you been serving on the place but our Technical
both girls are also part of the ministry. Beth does GEMS, Brian: Thanks, Steve, I really appreciate your time teens, and adults.
technical production crew? Production Crew—volunteers
our ministry to special-needs kids. She’s been working today, and I appreciate what you do and what our Heart for AIDS: Our who handle sound, video, and
Steve: I’m guessing it’s been about 20 to 25 years, with a boy since kindergarten. I think he’s in sixth grade tech crew does. You guys are the first to be here churchwide initiative to lighting for church services,
somewhere in that vicinity. now. Katie teaches Roly Polies (infants). And my wife, for every event, and you’re the last to leave. n make a difference in meetings, and special events.
Deb—you’ll see her up front signing. She’s the one Nakuru, Kenya, an area
Right now, I generally serve in what they call the Treasured Promises:
sitting down in the corner moving her hands around. heavily impacted by AIDS.
A support group for children
front-of-house mixing. I mix (adjust) the sound As one who works closely with WBC’s Huddle: You don’t have who’ve experienced loss in
that everybody hears in the sanctuary. Brian: When I think about the Gottliebs, I think Technical Production Crew, Worship to play in the NFL to come their families.
of people who are dependable, who are ready and Creative Arts Pastor Brian Hogan to this Thursday morning
Brian: You know, Steve, I’ve witnessed over is especially thankful for the outstand- Welcome Desk: The large
and willing, and who serve wholeheartedly in so Bible study for men.
the years that your kids have served with you. ing services of Steve and other TPC round desk in the Atrium,
many areas of the church. Thank you so much for where—you guessed
Tell me a little bit about that. volunteers.
all that you and your family do and have done. it—people are welcomed. n

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Treasured Promises
Walking Together
through Loss
The gym is abuzz with chatter
as families gather around tables
to share a warm meal. It is Monday
night, and although the week has
just begun, there is no lack of
conversation. A common thread
unites these people who have
suffered a loss in their families,
ranging from divorce to death.
After dinner, adults head for DivorceCare, Single
Parenting Track, or GriefShare. Children are eager
to find their leaders and hear about the topic of
the evening, offered through a creative medium
of puppets, videos, or skits. High school students
connect with their group.
So begins another week of the WBC ministry
Treasured Promises. As children settle in their
various rooms, Treasured Promises facilitators
work to create an inviting and safe atmosphere.
They ask, “How was your week? What were your
high moments? What about the low moments?”
Children begin to talk, often while playing a game
or doing a craft. They know that they are in a safe
place to express their fears, worries, and hurts.
17 LIFE at Wheaton Bible Church | Fall 2010
An Interview with
One Treasured Promises Family
Hearing others stories rein-
Children begin to talk, often while forces the fact that you are not
alone. Some are far worse than
playing a game or doing a craft. They yours, and some are far better,
By Kristin Schaefer
know that they are in a safe place to
but pretty much all our stories
intertwine. We all grieve, have
anger, have hurt feelings, and
express their fears, worries, and hurts. want to heal. Learning that is
a process—a process to heal,
to forgive, and to move on.
Jim & Jimmy
If I have any wish or desire,
Treasured Promises at a glance it would be that my son
Jim Lofendo and his six-year-old heals emotionally and
son, Jimmy, found Treasured has a heart for God.
Promises and DivorceCare
Kristin: Did this experience
through the suggestion of a
impact your relationship
friend. Kristin Schaefer sat
with God?
down with the two and talked
to them about these support Jim: This experience has defi-
Each week experienced facilitators direct conversations
through structured curriculum in their small groups,
Who: Preschoolers through high schoolers groups offered at WBC. nitely changed my life. Divorce
is not something that I would
What: A God-centered support group for children Kristin: Tell us how you
wish on anybody. It’s been very
organized by age and gender. Topics range from anger who have experienced loss in their families through found out about Treasured
Promises and DivorceCare.
disheartening, but my relation-
and depression to hope and acceptance. As facilitators death, divorce, separation, or remarriage ship with God is stronger. I
build trust with children, they begin to draw them toward When: Mondays, 6:00–8:00 pm, September Jim: My wife and I separated had a lot of anger, frustration,
five years ago, and unfortu- emptiness and loneliness, and
a healing relationship with Jesus. Scripture, shared
testimonies, and prayer offer children hope that this
through December, and January through April
nately, I lost some friends then slowly but surely, things
Where: Begins with dinner in the Fellowship along the way. I stopped are turning around. I’ve realized
time of difficulty can be redeemed by the love of Christ. Center and finishes in Lower Level rooms going to that church because,
at times, I felt like I was being
that it’s good to look back but
you’ve got to move forward.
Why: To enable children and parents to express deep-
Judy Harris, a longtime facilitator, tells her high school
girls, “Even though other relationships will disappoint
seated fears, worries, and hurts in a confidential setting
judged. I eventually found Glen
Ellyn Bible and connected there
If you look back too long,
you wallow in your misery.
you, God wants an eternal relationship with you, and with other people that had
been divorced. One woman
Kristin: Jimmy, what do
you think about coming
He will never let you down.” Our Treasured Promises ministry team’s goal is to see suggested that Treasured
Treasured Promises is more than just a Monday evening
families come into a lasting relationship with God and Promises was a really good
to WBC with your dad
on Monday nights?
long-term community within the church. As the church program (she had gone
activity; it is a supportive community for families on a family, we have the privilege of extending mercy through the program with Jimmy: I like it very much.
journey of change. As the semester progresses and the and compassion to those who are hurting among us. her two boys). I called Wheaton Kristin: What is your favorite
You may know people who are suffering from a loss Bible Church and Marilyn part of Treasured Promises?
children listen to and share stories, they begin to cope
Petersen spoke with me.
better with their own situations. Parents and children within their family. We encourage you to invite them Jimmy: Playing “Steal the
to participate. Fall session begins September 13. Kristin: What was your Bacon.” And listening to Jesus
begin to reestablish their own relationships while learning involvement in the support stories, and making crafts.
to empathize with and encourage one another. They groups?
quickly learn that they are not alone and discover that Kristin: And how did
For more information or to register, visit Jim: I did DivorceCare for two Treasured Promises
God wants to walk alongside them through this journey. They www.wheatonbible.org/Treasured_Promises, or contact sessions and went through the help you, Jimmy?
begin to acknowledge that their pain is not in vain but Marilyn Petersen at mpetersen@wheatonbible.org Single Parenting Track. Jimmy
or 630.876.6639. was involved in Treasured Jimmy: I learned that divorce
rather can draw them closer to God and His plan for their is not my fault. And I made
Promises for a year and a half.
future. As Psalm 34:18 tells us, “The lord is close to the My main concern was for Jimmy. some friends. They were going
through the same thing as me.
brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
Kristin: What was the most
important thing you learned Kristin: Do you have any
Monday evenings end around 8:00 pm. Children advice for other kids going
Kristin Schaefer has helped facilitate junior high through DivorceCare?
hug their good-byes and join their parents, who are and high school girls groups at Treasured through hard times at home?
Jim: I learned to forgive myself.
just returning from adult support groups. Equipped Promises for the past year and a half. She has
I have regrets, but I can’t live in Jimmy: Don’t be sad. You
with a new assurance and refreshed by the conver- also worked as a part-time teacher for Puente are not alone because God is
the past. We all make mistakes.
del Pueblo and will be teaching French next protecting you and He always
sations of the past two hours, families set out to You wish you could undo
year at West Chicago High School. will. This is your mom and
face another week of different challenges. n certain things, but you can’t.
dad’s problem, they made the
choice to divorce, not you. n
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 Life Can Hurt. But God Can Heal.
Our staff and ministry partners are committed to helping you find healing and
hope during times of struggle and brokenness. We offer the opportunity to
experience Christian love and community through our support groups.
We invite you to join one or share this information with others.
Other WBC Care and Support Groups
) Substance Recovery Group: Mondays, 6:00–8:00 pm
eginning Sept. 13
Monday Nights (b (includes dinner)
s: 6:00 –8:00 pm Partnering with Meier Clinics, WBC offers this new group
Treasured Promise
for individuals struggling with alcohol and/or drug
(includes dinner)
p for children who addiction. This support group will follow a Christ-centered
Loss support grou milies
change in their fa 12-step process to help you find freedom and healing
have experienced
rce or the death of from chemical addictions. For more information, contact
as the result of divo gh
oolers through hi Jeff and Judy Allen, jeff@kb9ysj.com, 630.562.0863.
a loved one. Presch 8th
come. Children in
schoolers are wel pa-
r should be accom RESTORE after Abortion, Mondays, 6:30–8:00 pm
grade and younge ion,
For more informat Wheaton Bible Church is partnering with CareNet
nied by a parent.
tersen, mpetersen@ to offer this new support group for those who have
contact Marilyn Pe
630.876.6639. experienced a pregnancy loss through abortion.
wheatonbible.org, RESTORE offers separate confidential support groups
–8:00 pm for women and men. For more information please call
DivorceCare: 6:00
er ) 630-599-0043, or email restoreofdupage@gmail.com.
(includes dinn
perienced divorce
Adults who have ex
t weekly to share, Faithful and True for Women: First and Third Tuesdays,
or separation mee
her, discuss issues, 7:00–9:00 pm (beginning Sept. 7)
pray for one anot
on relevant top- Many women are affected by a spouse’s or other family
and watch videos
ation, contact member’s or friend’s struggle with sexual integrity,
ics. For more inform
, calebdebigood@ pornography, adultery, or other related addictions.
Caleb or Debi Good With a Christ-centered focus, this group offers women
85.0225.
sbcglobal.net, 630.4 encouragement and support in a setting where they
pm
Track: 6:00 –8:00 can discuss and learn about issues relating to sexual
Single Parenting
integrity in families. Leave a confidential message
(includes dinner) nts
k is for single pare with Mary Hockett, 630.588.1201, ext. 322.
The Parenting Trac ar rie d)
, or never m
(divorced, widowed
n in the Treasured COMPASS for Men: Thursdays, 7:00–9:00 pm
who have childre
. We recognize (beginning Sept. 23)
Promises program
out a spouse is Every man struggles to some degree with sexual temptaion
that parenting with
ging, and it is our
Did God save you for a life of comfort?
or sin, including the area of pornography. For some this
particularly challen e
d encourage singl can develop into an addiction. This men-only group offers
desire to equip an co nt ac t
information, the opportunity for men to better understand themselves
parents. For more
Brenda McDonell,
630.668.6687 . as emotional, relational, sexual, and spiritual people.
Whether men are married or single, this group will help
Or did He save you to join His rescue
GriefShare: 6:00 –8
(includes dinner)
:00 pm them find healing, wholeness, freedom, and forgiveness
through the power of God and His Word. For more mission to a hurting world?
and struggling information, contact Dave Allen, dallenlaw@sbcglobal.net.
For those grieving
a loved one, this
with the death of
group meets wee
and watch videos
kly to pray, discus
on relevant topi cs
s,
.
ar a
Widow/Widower Support Group: Meets Monthly
You’ll find a warm welcome in this caring group of You decide. GO Teams 2011.
ion, contact Barb individuals who understand what it’s like to go on
For more informat 6.9 974.
yahoo.com, 630.53 with your life after the loss of a spouse. We gather
Kolton, bjkolton@ monthly for dinner, discussion, and fun. For more Watch for more information coming soon at www.wheatonbible.org/GO_Teams
information, contact Ruth Gibson, 630.668.3331.
or contact Global Outreach, 630.876.6685, globaloutreach@wheatonbible.org.
19 LIFE at Wheaton Bible Church | Fall 2010
Invite a friend to come with you and

GET A
TASTE
OF
Eli and his wife, Vangie, were not

ALPHA: Exploring

ALPHA
regular church attenders, but when
their churchgoing sister-in-law came
to visit at Christmas, she insisted that
they come to Wheaton Bible Church,
where they heard about the Alpha
course. Eli admits that they came just
the questions of life
to see what we would serve for dinner,
but they soon fell in love with Jesus. On the first night we say, “If you could ask God one question, what
Now Eli serves as a cook at Alpha. would it be?” Our hope is that by the end of the course everyone
Where people explore the questions of life. will have had the chance to explore the answers to that question
and as a result, draw nearer to Jesus.
Open discussion is at the heart of Alpha. Table leaders are trained to
take a back seat, creating space for guests to voice their opinions and
ask the questions that matter to them. There are no “right” or “wrong”
answers as guests explore what they think and feel about Jesus.

But Alpha is not a Bible study. We don’t have a list of questions we

have to get through every night. There is no homework and no
cost for the meal or the participant guides.

Some of the topics we’ll explore in our weeks together include: Who is
Jesus? Why and how do I pray? How does God guide us? What does the
David Morin and Michael Lasek Holy Spirit do? How can I make the most of the rest of my life? n

Thursday, Sept. 16
have been coleading the Alpha
cooking team since we moved
into the new building.

6:30–8:30 pm Alpha (for everyone)

Meets Thursday evenings,
Alpha for Women
Meets Wednesday mornings,
6:30–8:30 pm, beginning with 9:30–11:30 am,
Taste of Alpha on September 16 beginning September 15
Who will you bring?
Join us as we explore the big questions
of life over a free meal followed by For more information or to register
Jonathan Ziman, who
for Alpha, go to www.wheatonbible.org/
DVD teaching and an open discussion. Alpha_Course or call Lynne Morris,
heads up the Alpha
program, is WBC’s
This close-knit team of cooks works
630.876.6659. Community Life Pastor
together to produce full meals for for Singles.
60 to 80 people every Thursday
night as part of the Alpha Course.
For more information visit www.wheatonbible.org/Alpha_Course
or contact Lynne Morris, 630.876.6659, connect@wheatonbible.org.
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 Dear Women,
Ultimately, we want to
provide opportunities
for every woman to
know Jesus and His
forgiveness, His grace,
Last year was an exciting year in Women’s
Ministry! We made a lot of positive changes.
Place4You (P4Y) began offering multitrack Bible studies on different
topics with varied time requirements so that women could make
choices that addressed their particular circumstances and limitations.
P4Y enrollment grew by about 15 percent, but even more exciting was
what we heard from women: “God opened my heart.” “I was reluctant

THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING and His love. to come to this study but have been truly blessed and felt welcome and
encouraged every week.” “He’s continued to heal my broken heart.”

U I LT
We made big changes in the women’s retreat in response to suggestions.

G
We moved it to a local venue in Oak Brook, lowered costs, and added
the option of not staying overnight, hoping this would make it easier for
women to attend. It did. Comments from the retreat included “I loved
getting to know more women” and “My highlight was to have touched
someone else’s life by listening and providing a shoulder for someone else.”

We also piloted a brand-new ministry called Moms Together/Kids

Women’s Retreat is a great time for
friendships to grow.
Together for moms of children ages birth through fifth grade. Moms get
to be with other moms for a hot breakfast and a relevant presentation and
group discussion while their children participate in the Kids Together
program—a structured, active time of songs, crafts, games, and stories.
This year our moms heard about practical organizational tips for the
home, got to question a panel of “veteran” moms on hot topics, and learned
about a variety of other subjects relevant to their everyday lives. Probably
the comment we heard most often was, “I learned that I’m not alone.”

As you look ahead to a year full of activities, I encourage you try

one or more of these Women’s Ministry options that fits well with your
Diana McClow and her mom.
life and your schedule.

Women’s Ministry desires to be a place where we live out the “one

anothers” of the New Testament: love one another, instruct one
another, carry one another’s burdens, be kind and compassionate
to one another, encourage one another, and pray for one another.

We also want to be a place that welcomes any mom, sister, coworker,

neighbor, or friend. A place where a woman won’t feel like a stranger
but will feel a welcoming embrace. Ultimately, we want to provide
Mary Ellen Martin and Tony Kulisek. opportunities for every woman to know Jesus and His forgiveness,
His grace, and His love.

Join us this coming year,

Monday, September 27, 9:30–11:30 am Monday, November 15, 9:30–11:30 am
Julie Barnell, author and Hearts at Home conference speaker Anne Garnett, Moms Together Coordinator
”Motherhood: The Guilt That Keeps on Giving” “How Far Is It to Bethlehem?”
Practical Advice To Prepare for the Holidays
Kellie Kammes,
Moms Together isn’t just for moms! Your kids can have fun at our special Kids Together program. Kellie Kammes.
Director of Women’s Ministry
For more information or to register, visit www.wheatonbible.org/Moms_Together or contact Women’s Ministry, 630.876.6602.

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 By Nancy Langham

Feeding Starving Children–

Feed My Starving
Children (FMSC) is a
Christian organization
committed to “Feeding
One Bag at a Time
God’s Starving Child- One of the really nice things about this project is how it can
ren Hungry in Body
and Spirit.” See their really work for anybody at any age. Someone who can’t stand up
statement of beliefs for two hours can help out sitting down. There are jobs for people
and learn more at
www.FMSC.org. who can lift boxes and for people who can’t,” Chris said. “It’s really for
Clinton Young’s family (back to camera) were among the more than Grace Zander (10) counts and packs filled bags. Each bag of food
everybody from Grandma down to the kids—and everyone in between. 416,000 volunteers who joined Feed My Starving Children last year in
packaging more than 96 million meals for children around the world.
serves one nutritionally complete meal to six children—at a cost of
just 17¢ per serving.

The MannaPack-Rice “Recipe”:

W hen a semitrailer from Feed My Starving

Children pulls up to the back doors of our
church in early November, we’ll be opening our
“They’ve been able to see, in a tangible way—as the
packs of food are measured and sealed, then the
boxes are filled, and they stack up on the skids—that
Each MannaPack Rice meal includes 1. Engage compas-
20 different vitamins and minerals specifically sionate volunteers
front doors to a first-of-its-kind opportunity on even at their ages they can participate in a significant willing to hand-pack
the campus of Wheaton Bible Church. This creative act of service to others.
tailored to meet the needs of a malnourished
meals for star ving
agency will be bringing in the supplies and setting 4- to 8-year-old child for one day. children in regions
“They don’t have to be grown-ups to make a difference of desperate need.
up the stations needed for our church family—along
for someone else,” he added. “They don’t have to have 2. Provide easy-to-
with our friends and neighbors—to pack nutritious
lots of money to give someone the gift of life. They “We’ll welcome individuals, Community Groups, follow instructions
meals for hungry children who live in some of the
don’t even have to have specific skills and talents families, Adult Classes, Student Ministry Core for assembling and
neediest regions of the world.
to serve another person. What they do have to Groups and more—and this is the perfect time packing meals.
This hands-on service experience—scheduled have is a servant’s heart, a willingness to give of to invite friends to join in.” 3. Combine predeter-
for Thursday, November 4, Friday, November 5, their time, and a passion to love others through mined quantities of
Families, Children’s Ministry groups, and others may • rice, the most wide-
and Saturday, November 6—gives each of us acts of service ‘because God first loved us.’”
be interested to know that Feed My Starving Children ly accepted grain
the opportunity, with as little as two hours of around the world;
recommends that children younger than seven work with
our time, to make a life-saving difference for a • extruded soy
an adult partner and that they not be left unsupervised.
malnourished child. By partnering with Feed My The meals are nutritionally complete, easy and nuggets, providing
They’ve found that third- to sixth-graders need one
Starving Children, we’ll hand-pack meals designed safe to transport, culturally acceptable worldwide, maximum protein
adult to every three students, junior high students work at lowest cost;
by food scientists for maximum nutrition and results. and simple to make with only boiling water.
well in a group of four with one adult, and an adult for
• vitamins, minerals,
You may know someone who has gone to the each group of five high school students is optimal. and a vegetarian
group’s warehouse in Aurora to volunteer—or chicken flavoring
When WBC Local Impact Pastor Chris McElwee learned Start thinking about who you can invite to join your to give growing
maybe you’ve done it yourself. The family of Wheaton
about the Feed My Starving Children MobilePack food-packing adventure—and then sign up for your children the critical
Bible Church member Clinton Young has volunteered
option, he recognized how this service project would two-hour time slot at www.wheatonbible.org/FMSC. n nutritional elements
to pack meals on several occasions, each time getting they need; and
be an opportunity for the whole church—children
more enthusiastic about what the experience has • dehydrated vegeta-
and adults of all ages—to serve together.
meant to him personally and to his children. bles, for flavor and
Nancy Langham and her husband, Jon, have
“We are looking for roughly 1,450 volunteers who added nutrition.
attended Wheaton Bible Church for 29 years
“For my kids—ages 13, 10, and 8—it’s been a really
will sign up for a two-hour commitment to meet and are members of the Sojourners Adult Class. 4. Seal bags and box
fun activity but also meaningful, because they know She was recently named Communication for shipping.
our goal of packing 271,000 meals,” he said.
that they’re helping other children,” Clinton said. Manager/Editorial Services at WBC.
5. Repeat.

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 the

Initiatives UPDATE initiative Initiatives UPDATE

Helping for the Long Haul

By James Misner, Pastor of Global Mobilization

On a recent trip to Kenya, I spent a

LIFE
day with more than 200 HIV-positive
men and women. They were drawn
together by Parkview Church in
Nakuru, which is supported by Heart AT WHEATON BIBLE CHURCH
for AIDS, one of three churchwide
initiatives of Wheaton Bible Church. In order to protect the privacy of our missionaries the online version of
Life at Wheaton Bible Church does not include the details of this article.
As I shared a message with the crowd, I could pinpoint For questions or comments please email: lifecomments@wheatonbible.org
people who had recently found out that they were HIV
positive. Looks of fear, sadness, and hopelessness
screamed to me; however, as the day went on, those
harsh looks of desperation softened.
HIV-positive women being cared for by Parkview Church.
In that same crowd I could also pinpoint people who
had been involved in the program at Parkview Church
for months or years. The joy and hope on their faces
were evident. This church has rallied behind HIV-positive
community members in order to help them “live positively
while positive.” The church shares the hope of the Gospel.
And people with HIV and their families come to know the
Lord. Then the church disciples them and helps them learn
how to care for themselves and provide for their families.

This transformation takes time.

That is why Wheaton Bible Church wants to be involved

A common thought on the minds of Kenyans.
with this HIV/AIDS ministry in Nakuru for the long haul, far
beyond the five years we have already invested. We know
that our world will be affected by HIV for decades to come.

We are passionate about engaging and reaching out in

the midst of this crisis. At the moment we are learning
and exploring new ways to do this. We want to develop
better ways to reach out, creative ways to get involved
in this global crisis.

Please join us as we ask God how we can help, for the

sake of His Kingdom, to relieve the immense suffering
caused by HIV/AIDS. n

Medical professionals from Parkview Church test for HIV and care for
those affected. For more information about Heart for AIDS, contact James
Misner, jmisner@wheatonbible.org, 630.876.6688.

27 LIFE at Wheaton Bible Church | Fall 2010 Fall 2010 | LIFE at Wheaton Bible Church 28
 Those who serve in the
Iglesia Children’s Ministry
were honored at a recent
Initiatives UPDATE Teacher Appreciation
service. Photo by
Eva Choe

Grateful for Dedicated Tutors

“I have definitely seen “I see a
improvement in homework noticeable
completion and a more difference
positive attitude from in school
those students who attend performance
Puente del Pueblo. for those in
Thank you for all you do.” the program.”

“Almost daily the students would

Teaching Children the Gospel in Iglesia del Pueblo
mention something fun and “Thank you for working with By Eva Choe
exciting they would be doing Wegner students. We really see
with you wonderful people! the difference you are making.
Thank you for giving them experi- I love the singing in the halls
Lilia Rodriguez, Director of Children’s Ministry Lilia’s passion to work with children continues to
amaze her as she enjoys watching them grow not
ences and opportunities they after school. It is inspiring.” at Iglesia del Pueblo, knows the difference
might not ever have had!” only in height but also in their true understanding
accepting Christ can make in a child’s life. of God’s Word.
It happened in her own life.
“Working with children comes with great
“I appreciate the responsibility, and I could never do it alone,”
“As a school social Lilia says, “I learned who our Lord Jesus Christ
time, love and Lilia says. She can see God at work in Children’s
worker, I constantly see was at the age of 5 and accepted Him as my only
talent you share
the overwhelming need Savior even at such a young age. I recall my Ministry as year after year volunteers dedicate
with our neediest
for after-school programs. grandmother taking me to church. I loved learning their time to serving in this ministry.
students. You do
Your hard work and dedica- all the stories about Jesus from Sunday school.”
God’s work! You Iglesia del Pueblo has grown tremendously over
tion has shown. You are His
are an answer to the last few years, bringing more and more adults
hands and feet! Thank you.” On one of those Sunday mornings, Lilia’s teacher
our prayers.” and children who are eager to hear about Jesus.
taught how great God’s love was for Lilia and that
because of this love, He sent His only Son to die
“Sometimes we don’t have enough volunteers
Photos by MaeLynn Johnson for her on the cross.
to help us with all the activities and courses we
“My tears then were of pain and amazement at how would like to cover during Sunday school,” Lilia
In October 2008, Wheaton Bible Church and The children of Wegner School are very precious says. “We also see the need to develop a child-care
huge a sacrifice God had made for me. I realized that
Iglesia del Pueblo opened Puente del Pueblo and important to us. When we see any of our students program during our monthly Married Couple’s
no one could possibly love me as much as He does.”
(PdP), a social-services center located at struggling and dealing with significant challenges, we Service with Pastor Guerra.” Often parents
want so much to help them. Sometimes what we can Lilia lifted up her tiny arms and said, “I do want cannot attend this special service because they
Westwood Apartments in West Chicago. to invite You into my heart, Jesus.”
do at school does not seem to be enough. That is why it do not have someone to be with their children.
Puente del Niño, an after-school program run by PdP, is so gratifying to have people like you and the Puente Her teacher then replied, “From now on, Jesus is We invite you to come and be a part of this
provides first through sixth graders who live in Westwood del Niño ministry giving of themselves to the benefit of with you, and there is nothing that can separate fruitful group of people who dedicate their lives
Apartments opportunities for academic improvement, our students. We are so appreciative of your dedication, you from Him and His love for you.” to serving God by telling children about the
skill building, positive relationships, structured recre- your caring and your love for our children. I know you are
Ever since that day, the center of Lilia’s life has been amazing true story of the Lord Jesus Christ. n
ational activities, and Christian education. Puente del making a difference in their lives, not just academically,
Niño wraps around the public-school program and runs Jesus. To her, nothing in this life is more important For more information contact Lilia Rodriguez at
but also in the character development that is so impor-
from 2:45 to 5:30 pm at Wegner School in West Chicago. than serving Him and living for Him. And it is because lrodriguez@wheatonbible.org, or call 630.615.0864.
tant. Thank you for everything you do. I hope that this of this life experience that Lilia holds strongly to her
At the end of the 2009–2010 school year, Puente del collection of thoughts and encouragement from the belief and passion to share the Gospel with children.
Niño held an appreciation lunch for the teachers at faculty of Wegner School will help you understand how “I am my own testimony that children do understand Eva Choe, came to Iglesia del Pueblo
Wegner Elementary School and received many in 2009 and recently began serving
much we appreciate what you give to our students. the message of salvation and their lives can be
encouraging comments from them. as a ministry partner in the role of
impacted even at such an early age.” Communication Coordinator.
—Jim Grothendick
Thank you, WBC, for sending tutors! n Principal of Wegner Elementary School

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 There are a number of study options available
for your Community Group in Chapters

Curious about bookstore. Check out their display. Or

Frustrated with your job search?

contact Wendy Larson to about borrowing

Community Groups? any of these materials WBC has available

for your use:

Just Walk across the Room: Simple Steps

Join us at the WBC
By Wendy Larson
Pointing People to Faith by Bill Hybels
You’ve probably heard a lot of talk here about Community Groups. This DVD-guided curriculum

Wondering what all the buzz is about? Let me explain.

will show you how to follow
Jesus’ model of personal
Career TransiTion Workshop!
evangelism. You will learn how
Community Groups (CGs) consist of 8–12 individuals and couples who
to share the Good News of
meet together in homes for the purpose of challenging one another redemption with people living
in our mission—to love God, to grow together, and to reach the world. far from God—and also with
They meet at least twice a month, for roughly an hour or hour and a half, people you see every day across the room.
to learn from the Bible, pray together, and encourage one another.
The Prodigal God by Tim Keller I sent out hundreds of
ork. resumes—but no one
I need to netw
We see CGs as groups on the move—not just “holy huddles” but places In six captivating DVD sessions,
where people grow and learn and then serve together. That might pastor and New York Times
mean serving together in CareFest, adopting a refugee family, or best-selling author Timothy
Keller will help you glean
has responded!
intentionally reaching out together to Muslim neighbors.
insights from each of the
characters in the parable of
Every CG has a leader, not necessarily the person who leads the discussion
the Prodigal Son. This series

Am I the
each week but a person who is trained through WBC programs such as will challenge the devout and the skeptic
Leader Launch. And every CG also has a Shepherd, a person who oversees a alike to see Christianity in a whole new way.
only one going Does anyon
certain number of groups and offers direction and support on a regular basis.
e
Bridges: Christians Connecting
through this? read my em even
CGs form in a number of ways; many develop from connections in Adult
Classes (ACs), but some have formed in neighborhoods. For people who
with Muslims by Fouad Masri
Since 9/11, the
ails?
are new to WBC, we provide an avenue to CGs once they have completed image of Muslims
Begin@WBC. Many people also come to CGs through Group Link, where often evokes fear
and mistrust in
we give people a chance to connect and form a group for five weeks.
Americans. Yet Jesus
teaches us to love
You may be wondering, Why should I add all our neighbors as we love ourselves. This
six-session DVD study will provide biblical
the commitment of a Community Group to teaching about Islam and help you connect
with understanding to Muslims in your
my already busy schedule? workplace and elsewhere in your life. NetWorkiN
We understand that people are busy. But we believe that Community Lifestories
Workshos
p group g
Groups are the basic building blocks for doing community life and growing This booklet provides an opportunity for
y Wednesd
together at WBC. We urge you to make a commitment to one. It’s a great group members to look back and trace Saturda . 30, ays
–Oct (ongoing
Sept. 11 0 am, 8:00–11:0 )
way to grow in your faith. And if you are a parent, what a great way for your God’s fingerprints on their lives and then
share those stories with members of their
:0
kids to see that studying Scripture with other adults is important to you.
Community Group. This is an excellent way 8:00–10 r 1 0 am
Upper 21 ,
Let a Community Group become a launching pad for you—a place where
to grow deeper in your relationships with one Lowe 8
another and see God’s work in others’ lives.
you deepen your knowledge of God’s Word, deepen your ability to connect
with others, and then step out together to reach the world around you. n

Wendy Larson, WBC’s Director

of Community Groups, belongs
For more information, visit www.wheatonbible.org/Community_Groups
to a group that has grown from
or contact Wendy Larson, 630.876.6653, wlarson@wheatonbible.org. 6 to 12 members over the past
three years.
For more information, visit www.wheatonbible.org/Career_Transition
31 LIFE at Wheaton Bible Church | Fall 2010 or contact Dave Cox, 630.561.2253, coachdavecox@aol.com
 Shelf Life
CHURCH FINANCES, by Scott Landon
Director of Finance and Administration
By Judi Turek
Photos by Rich Lanenga

God’s Word. It’

s Mission-Focused Wheaton Bible Church Expenses
For year ending Dec. 31, 2009

Finances
a challenge to
WBC be prepared.”
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, an d m agazines. As th d Sunday, and
DVDs, audiob oo ks I’ve been blesse and use our money is standard practice at $3.3 mil.
n fo r th e pa st fif teen years, liv es . as we talked,
WBC libraria ople’s
es book s in pe she shared the
of how God us Wheaton Bible Church. We are blessed to
to hear stories long bout with Judi Turek ’s disease. $3.9 mil.
af te r re co vering from a ve d’ s di ag no sis of Alzheimer be a church with a mission statement that
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to people of all ag struggled with ul d sp ea k communication about financial matters.
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seeing ve a book that co Hall
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Mind by Laurie
and creative arts, as well as a portion of the costs
an d al l st ag es of spiritual in g people ou t th e bo ok An Affair of the G od sh owed associated with junior high, high school, and men’s
levels, ok s, watch checked ad that book , For example, all our personnel costs—for each paid
le av e w ith a stack of bo t, and ld me la te r, “A s I re
of shame, and women’s retreats.
child re n ok s they w an for her. She to al with feelings staff position—are proportionately allocated under
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get ex ci te r voluntee rs . M me through th for my childre
in g re la tio ns hips with othe in ou r library G od an d m y husband, fear an ge d.” one or more of the elements of our mission statement.
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ve se ei ng ho w God uses th w ho le ev en if the situatio So, for example, the majority of our missions pastor’s Those expenses that we budget under “Grow Together”
all, I lo how to be
to Himself. I have been
to draw people has as th e lib rarian at WBC, s—
time would fall under “Reach the World,” but the por- include most of our Children’s Ministry, a significant
years, a woman Over the ye ar s ad many book
m m er fo r th e past several an d ot her to he ar m an y stories and re ul tim ate tion of his time that involves staff management would portion of the costs related to Adult Classes, Community
Ever y su taries privileged y—the
th e lib ra ry to gather commen r ne ig hbor- po in t m e ba ck to God’s stor be assigned to what we call “Supporting Activities.” Groups, Maturing Adults Ministry, and other Fellow-
come to ’s Bi bl e study in ou all of which life for eternity
.n
book s. “We ha
ve a w om en
are from differe
nt that changes a In the same way, we look at interest expenses related ship and Caring Ministries, as well as a portion of the
and only stor y
sh e ex pl ai ns . “These women ge r to st ud y related facilities, operations, and personnel costs.
hood,” d are ea to our church-campus loan and allocate it based on

•
es an d fa ith backgrounds an
church the square footage of our rooms. Therefore, the Reach the World, $3.3 million
square footage of the worship centers is allocated to Direct support to our missionaries is the largest part of our
“Love God.” Although some of the allocations are, by “Reach the World” area, but that category also includes
necessity, subjective, we strive to be as accurate as Jr. High and High School missions trips, Carefest, Local
humanly possible in how we assign expense items. Impact Partners, our initiatives, and Global Outreach
ADOPT-A-SHELF • Commit the books on operations, as well as a proportionate amount of per-
Do you have a few minutes your shelf to prayer. If one
Why? Because without a laser-clear focus on our sonnel, facilities, and operations and related costs.
is missing, pray that God

•
while you are waiting for
will work in the heart of mission, our church may fund a lot of good things,
someone at church? Think Supporting Activities, $1.7 million
the person who has it. but it could miss out on some of the best things. We
about adopting a shelf in the The expense items that we include under “Supporting
WBC Library. The responsibility • Display a book on your want to strive to do the best things. Tying expenditures
shelf if there is room, and Activities” are administrative costs, personnel costs related
is as simple as ABCD. as closely as possible to our mission also transforms to staff management, and a portion of depreciation,
pray that God will draw
• Alphabetize the books someone to a book. facts and figures into flesh-and-blood ministry and interest expenses, communication expenses, and
on your shelf. offers a powerful tool to help our ministry teams avoid other items related to those Supporting Activities.
Pick up an adopt-a-shelf
• Bring the books forward vagueness in decision making by validating that ministry
instruction sheet near the cir-
on the shelf so the
culation desk, or contact Judi. expenditures are aligned with the church’s overall
Judi and some of the dedicated WBC Library volunteers titles are readable. 2011 Budget Process
mission and purpose. Our straightforward mission
We are developing the budget for 2011 and welcome
statement also provides a connection point that
Judi Turek has been attending WBC for 29 your input. We encourage you to contact the appropriate
Join us in this ministry of stories by serving in the library brings unity to all we do: We may have many different
years. She and her husband, Mark, a volunteer ministry leader regarding any budget considerations you
at least one Sunday per month for at least one service.
lawyer with Administer Justice, belong to the departments and ministries, but we are united in may have.
Sojourners Adult Class. They have two grown Pick up a volunteer flyer at the circulation desk or contact
Judi Turek, library@wheatonbible.org, or call 630.876.6671.
our mission. n For general suggestions, please contact Michael
daughters and two grandchildren. Miles, 630.876.6625, or Scott Landon, 630.876.6621.

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 View From The Board
Going Deeper, Growing Deeper
Jim Goetz is serving his fourth term as an
Elder and currently chairs the 12-person
board consisting of Ken Amstutz, treasurer;
Rob Bugh; Jerry Comfort; Manny Favela;
John Kennedy; Lee Lewis; Duane Martin,
vice chairman; Scott McClain; Mel Priess;
Chuck Stair; and John Walker, secretary.
Families go through stages—something Sandy
and I are realizing afresh as we settle in to our
fairly new roles as empty nesters. Churches, too,
go through stages, and as one who has attended
Wheaton Bible Church for more than 30 years,
I’ve witnessed much of that growth and change
“up close and personal” for quite a while.
A year to go deep
As I’ve learned about all that’s planned starting this
fall—at what the staff calls our “ministry launch”—I’m
seeing a number of ways God is leading us to a new
stage of going deeper with Him.
What does this look like? One way it will happen is as
we deepen our time in His Word, in our classes, and
in the personal time we spend reading and meditating
on Bible truth. The daily devotionals the church provides
(online and at the Welcome Desk) and the Family Worship
Guides available to parents are just two ways we can start
to make that happen in our own lives. Nothing will drive
us to know God better or live more authentic lives as
followers of Jesus Christ than going deeper into His Word.
Deeper connections
A second way we’ll be challenged to go deeper this year
is in our connections as a body of believers. God made
us to live and to thrive in community. We need other
people—other members of the Body of Christ—to
become fully all God created each of us to be!
35 LIFE at Wheaton Bible Church | Fall 2010
For me, one avenue to that connection has been my Adult
Class. I belong to the aptly named Connections class, which
meets at 9:45 on Sunday morning. Over the years the
people in this group have come to know me well as we’ve
learned together, discussed applications of God’s Word,
prayed for one another, upheld one another in times of
sickness or tragedy, watched one another’s families grow,
and seen jobs come and go. You get the idea. We’re doing
life together in the context of a caring community.
Our Community Group (CG) is another place I experience
God’s plan for relationships. The men and women of our
group provide the support and encouragement I need to
feel the oneness of the Body of Christ. Whether I am going
out for hot dogs with the men, serving together—being
part of God’s plan to bring light and love to the world
around us—or praying through personal hardships, our
CG is a special place for me. We’ve recently finished a study
on faith that renewed my focus on God’s call in my life.
This past year many people at WBC have experienced
trials. Through these trials, I’ve witnessed the amazing
grace God provides through our Adult Classes and our
Community Groups. God’s people have been there for one
another. When trouble comes—when brothers and sisters
have been laid flat by unimaginable feelings of loss at the
death of a family member, serious illness, or heartache for
other reasons—those Community Groups and Adult Class-
es have been the hands and feet of Christ to one another.
They’ve stepped in to meet the needs of those who are
hurting and suffering through life’s most difficult times.
Those connections we form—which sometimes force
us out of our comfort zones—are of immeasurable
worth, both as we are recipients of care and as we have
the privilege of caring for others in Jesus’ name. The
deeper we go with one another, the higher we live. n
Not in an Adult Class? Find one! Keep visiting and “trying
them out” until you find one that feels like it might be a fit.
Not in a Community Group? There are groups out there
and people who are committed to helping you make that
connection. Be sure to read Wendy Larson’s article on
Community Groups in this issue of LIFE at WBC on page 31.
ELDER PROFILE: CHUCK STAIR
How long have you been a member?
My wife, Pat, and I have been attending Wheaton
Bible Church since January 1977, although we
both attended during college. We became
members within a year of first attending.
How long have you been an Elder?
I began my first term, which is three years, in
the 1980s and served three terms in the 90s.
Since 2000 I have served six years with a year off
in the middle. I have just begun my eighth term.
What might someone not know about you?
I spent my whole career with ServiceMaster,
beginning two weeks after graduating from
Wheaton College and retiring in 2003, after 40
years in all. I have served on the board of Tyndale
House Publishers for more than 30 years. I also
have served on the board of Greater Europe
Mission for more than 15 years. Hobbywise,
I am an avid golfer, hunter, and fisherman.
What is your favorite Scripture verse?
“Trust in the lord with all your heart; do not
depend on your own understanding. Seek his
will in all you do, and he will show you which
path to take. Don't be impressed with your
own wisdom. Instead, fear the lord and turn
away from evil” (Proverbs 3: 5-7, NLT).
Describe your family and growing up.
Photo by Rich Lanenga
I grew up in a pastor’s home in several small towns in experience for me. I also will never forget the services in
the Midwest. I spent most of my early years in northern which we announced the decision to buy land, to move,
Wisconsin. I am the middle child of three boys and, of and to build a new church campus. Praying that through,
course, a Green Bay Packers fan. I met Pat, my wife of asking God's direction and guidance, and then watching
47 years, at Wheaton College. We have three children: Him guide and direct and bring it all to fruition were
Kerry, married to Ginny (who works in Children's Ministry);
spiritual experiences I will never forget.
Andrew, married to Shelli (attend WBC); and Melissa,
married to John McKelvey, currently living in China, What book would you recommend?
where John manufactures clothing. We have 10 grand- I strongly recommend Doris Kearns Goodwin’s Team of
children ranging in age from 20 months to 18 years. Rivals, about Abraham Lincoln’s cabinet. I am a great fan
of Abraham Lincoln, and I believe it was God's doing that
Is there one church service that has been he was president at that time in the history of our country.
more memorable to you than others?
There have been many memorable church services Do you have spiritual advice for us?
for me at WBC. I will never forget the service in which Yes. Have a heart for God with a teachable, flexible spirit,
we made the decision to call Pastor Rob. I served as and have a God-centered determination to do His will. n
chairman of the Search Committee that brought Rob
to the church. That whole process was a spiritual growing
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 When is the indoor playground,
the Play Zone, open?
• Monday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm
• Tuesday–Friday, 8:00–9:30 am,
11:30 am–1:00 pm, 3:00–5:00 pm
• Saturday, 8:00 am–12:00 pm
• Sunday, closed
• Parental supervision and
socks required.
What are the Library and
DVD Corner hours?
• The Library is open when
the building is open.
• The DVD Corner is open Sunday,
Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings.
When is Chapters, the bookstore, open?
• Monday–Friday,
9:00 am–2:00 pm
• Wednesday, 6:30–9:00 pm
• Sunday, 7:30 am–2:00 pm
Adult Ministry
• Sunday Adult Classes
• College Ministry
• Young Adult
• Singles 35+
Rhonda Ford, 630.876.6610
rford@wheatonbible.org
Baptism
Lynne Morris, 630.876.6659
connect@wheatonbible.org
Chapters Bookstore
Sally Wirth, 630.876.6673
chapters@wheatonbible.org
Children’s Ministry
Pam Moore, 630.876.6627
pmoore@wheatonbible.org
Church Finance/Giving
Augustine Gilmore, 630.876.6613
agilmore@wheatonbible.org
Communication
Dave Thomson, 630.876.6642
dthomson@wheatonbible.org
Community Groups
Wendy Larson, 630.876.6653
wlarson@wheatonbible.org
EquipU
Topical discipleship and instruction
Rhonda Ford, 630.876.6610
rford@wheatonbible.org
Family Ministry
Pam Moore, 630.876.6627
pmoore@wheatonbible.org
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When is Gathering Grounds open?
• Tuesday and Wednesday,
9:00 am–1:00 pm
• Wednesday, 6:00–9:00 pm
• Sunday, 7:00 am–2:00pm
I wasn’t here on Sunday. How
can I make an offering?
• There is a drop-box slot in the
atrium wall. It is next to the West
Worship Center doors and to the
right of the Visitor Center.
• You can also give online at
www.wheatonbible.org/Online_Giving.
When is the Prayer Tower open?
• The Prayer Tower is available
when the building is open.
How do I subscribe to the
Wheaton Bible Church Podcast?
• It is easy. To subscribe to the
WheatonBible Church Podcast, go to:
www.wheatonbible.org/Podcasting.
FAQ/Contact
Funerals
Caroljoy Spensley, 630.876.6635
cjspensley@wheatonbible.org
Getting Connected
Lynne Morris, 630.876.6659
connect@wheatonbible.org
Global Outreach
• GO Teams
• Heart for AIDS
• MOVE Initiative
Susan Wegner, 630.876.6685
globaloutreach@wheatonbible.org
Iglesia del Pueblo
Rosa Matos, 630.876.6623
rmatos@wheatonbible.org
Legal Assistance
Administer Justice, 1.877.778.6006
help@administerjustice.org
Library
Judi Turek, 630.876.6671
library@wheatonbible.org
Local Impact
Eileen Carapia, 630.876.6633
ecarapia@wheatonbible.org
Maturing Adults
Andrew Flores, 630.260.1600
aflores@wheatonbible.org
Membership
Lynne Morris, 630.876.6659
connect@wheatonbible.org
Fall 2010 | LIFE at Wheaton Bible Church
Where is the Lost and Found?
• The Lost and Found is located
in a large cabinet on the main
level to the right of the Children’s
Ministry Welcome Desk.
• Also, at the main Welcome
Desk in the atrium.
I wasn’t here on Sunday. How
can I listen to the sermon?
• You can listen to Sunday sermons,
download MP3 files of sermons,
and access sermon PowerPoint
notes and Daily Devotionals at
www.wheatonbible.org/Sermons_Online.
For answers to other questions, call
the Welcome Desk, 630.260.1600.
Men’s Ministry
Pam Moore, 630.876.6627
pmoore@wheatonbible.org
Preschool—Weekdays
Esther Erickson, 630.876.6674
eerickson@wheatonbible.org
Puente del Pueblo
Eileen Carapia, 630.876.6633
ecarapia@wheatonbible.org
Scheduling a Room
Judi Gillison, 630.876.6612
jgillison@wheatonbible.org
Student Ministry
Kristin DeMerchant, 630.876.6650
studentministries@wheatonbible.org
Support Groups
Andrew Flores , 630.260.1600
aflores@wheatonbible.org
Volunteering
Rhonda Ford, 630.876.6610
rford@wheatonbible.org
Weddings
Judi Gillison, 630.876.6612
jgillison@wheatonbible.org
Women’s Ministry
Becky Anderson, 630.876.6602
women@wheatonbible.org
Worship and Creative Arts
Caroljoy Spensley, 630.876.6635
cjspensley@wheatonbible.org
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SEPTEMBER 2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
For more information on any of these events, please visit www.wheatonbible.org or call 630.260.1600
N OTES SU N DAY MO N DAY TUESDAY WEDNES DAY TH U R SDAY FR I DAY SATU R DAY
SEPT. 11 29 30 31 1 2 3 4
Taste of Quest56, Monday Night Live Studio78 begins,
Men’s Bible Study, 9:45-10:45 am begins, 7:00-9:00 pm 6:30-8:30 pm
7:00-8:30 am
Iglesia Visitor’s Lunch, LINK Homeschool
EquipU: Career 1:00-3:00 pm Kick-off, 7:00-9:00 pm
Transition
Workshop begins,
8:00-10:00 am 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Administer Justice, Labor Day, Staff Offices Weekday Preschool Weekday Preschool Men’s Huddle Bible Searchlight Forum See NOTES on left
8:30 am-1:00 pm and Building Closed Orientation Orientation Study begins, 9:30 am-1:00 pm for event listings
Monday Night Live Family Dedication AWANA Registration, 6:15-7:30 am Quest56 Mini Golf,
Iglesia Children’s
Baptism/ @ Wheaton Bowl, Preparation, 6:30-7:30 pm Senior Men’s Bible 6:30-8:00 pm
Communion Class, 7:00-9:00 pm 6:45-8:00 pm Study begins, Iglesia Couples Meeting,
3:00-5:00 pm Faithful and True 9:00-10:00 am 7:00-9:30 pm
Concert of Prayer, Support Group begins, Precepts Women’s
7:00-9:00 pm 7:00-9:00 pm Bible Study begins,
9:30-11:30 am
SEPT. 13 12 13 14 15 16 17 18
DivorceCare begins, Begin@WBC starts, Support Groups begin Place 4 You Women’s Place 4 You Women’s Taste of Alpha, Prayer for Missionaries, Iglesia Men’s Meeting,
6:00-8:00 pm 11:00 am-12:15 pm See NOTES on left for Bible Study begins, Bible Study begins, 6:30-8:30 pm 9:30-10:30 am 7:30-9:30 am
Hunger Team Training, detailed support group 6:30-9:00 pm 9:30-11:30 am Hands & Heart Quilters’
GriefShare begins,
6:00-8:00 pm 12:30-2:30 pm information Elders Meeting, Alpha for Women Workshop, 1:00-5:00 pm
Treasured Promises 6:30-9:30 pm begins, 9:30-11:30 am Jr. High Back to School
Single Parenting Track
Support Group, begins, 6:00-8:00 pm AWANA begins, Event, 6:00-9:00 pm
6:00-8:00 pm EquipU: Financial Peace 6:30-8:00 pm Iglesia Young Singles
Substance Recovery University begins, Baptism Preparation Meeting, 7:00-9:00 pm
Support Group begins, 6:30-8:30 pm 1 of 2, 7:30-8:30 pm
6:00-8:00 pm High School Core
RESTORE after Abortion Groups begin,
Support Group begins, 7:00-9:00 pm
6:30-8:00 pm
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Family Dedication, Monday Night Baptism Preparation Alpha begins, Iglesia Women’s Retreat Iglesia Women’s
all services Live Event, 7:00-9:00 pm 2 of 2, 7:30-8:30 pm 6:30-8:30 pm Iglesia Teens Meeting, Retreat
Refugee Resettlement EquipU: Group Compass Support 7:00-9:30 pm
Infotational Meeting, Leadership Dynamics, Group begins,
12:30-1:30 pm 6:30-8:30 pm 7:00-9:00 pm
Iglesia GEMS,
1:30-4:00 pm
26 27 28 29 30
Baptism celebration, Moms Together, EquipU: How to Use
all services 9:30-11:30 am Your Bible in the Voting
Booth, 6:45-8:00 pm
Calendar of Events
September–November

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Jr. High Winter Camp

Expeditions Unlimited

Women’s Retreat

The Hyatt Lodge

Sunday, Feb. 13
12:30–2:30 pm
February

Oak Brook, IL
GroupLink
Baraboo, WI

Feb. 25–27
Feb. 4–6
High School Winter Camp

Expeditions Unlimited
Winter Blow Out
Friday, Jan. 21

Baraboo, WI
January

Jan. 28–30
Upcoming Events

LIFE at Wheaton Bible Church | Fall 2010

Vanguard Gathering: The
A Night Before Christmas

Legend of St. Nicholas

Building a Christmas
Memory Family Event
Christmas Concert
Women’s Outreach

Glory Kids Choir

10:30 am–1:00 pm
Saturday, Dec. 11
9:00–11:30 am or
Thursday, Dec. 2

Thursday, Dec. 9
Sunday, Dec. 5
December

6:00–8:00 pm
6:00–9:00 pm

5:30–8:00 pm

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NOVEMBER 2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
For more information on any of these events, please visit www.wheatonbible.org or call 630.260.1600
N OTES SU N DAY MO N DAY TUESDAY WEDNES DAY TH U R SDAY FR I DAY SATU R DAY
1 2 3 4 5 6
Family Dedication Feed My Starving Feed My Starving Feed My Starving
Preparation, Children Children Children
6:45-8:00 pm Alpha Retreat Alpha Retreat
Baptism Preparation
1 of 2, 7:30-8:30 pm
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
Alpha Retreat Brunch with a EquipU: Walking with Vanguard Gathering, Student Ministry Student Ministry
Missionary, 9:30-11:15 am Christ as a Former 5:30-8:00 pm Fall Retreat Fall Retreat
Elders Meeting, Catholic 1 of 2, Quest56 Game Night, Women’s Mentor
6:30-9:30 pm 6:45-8:00 pm 6:30-9:00 pm Training, 8:30-11:00 am
Baptism Preparation Iglesia Couples Meeting, Administer Justice,
2 of 2, 7:30-8:30 pm 7:00-9:30 pm 8:30 am-1:00 pm
Iglesia Young Singles Iglesia Adult Baptism
Meeting, 7:00-9:30 pm Class, 3:00-5:00 pm
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Baptism celebration, Moms Together, EquipU: Walking with Prayer for Missionaries, Iglesia Men’s Meeting,
all services 9:30-11:30 am Christ as a Former 9:30-10:30 am 7:30-9:30 am
Iglesia Baptism Catholic 2 of 2, Hands & Heart Quilters’ Iglesia
celebration 6:45-8:00 pm Workshop, 1:00-5:00 pm Membership Class,
Big Buddies Infotational Iglesia Women’s 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Meeting, 12:30-1:30 pm Meeting, 7:00-9:30 pm
Iglesia Teens Meeting,
7:00-9:30 pm
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
New Member Thanksgiving, Staff Offices and Staff Offices and
Recognition, all services Staff Offices and Building Closed Building Closed
Hunger Team Training, Building Closed
12:30-2:30 pm
28 29 30
Family Dedication,
all services
Iglesia GEMS Meeting,
1:30-3:00 pm
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OCTOBER 2010 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
For more information on any of these events, please visit www.wheatonbible.org or call 630.260.1600
N OTES SU N DAY MO N DAY TUESDAY WEDNES DAY TH U R SDAY FR I DAY SATU R DAY
1 2
Bridges One-Day,
9:00 am-4:00 pm
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
MissionsFest 2010 MissionsFest 2010 MissionFest 2010 MissionsFest 2010 MissionsFest 2010 Iglesia Couples Meeting, Administer Justice,
Administer Justice Brunch with a EquipU: MissionsFest, Vanguard Gathering, 7:00-9:30 pm 8:30 am-1:00 pm
Infotational Meeting, Missionary, 9:30-11:15 am 6:45-8:00 pm 5:30-8:00 pm Father/Child
12:30-1:30 pm Overnight Camping
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Elders Meeting, EquipU: MissionsFest, Prayer for Missionaries, Women’s Mentor
6:30-9:30 pm 6:45-8:00 pm 9:30-10:30 am Training, 8:30-11:00 am
High School Parent/ Hands & Heart Quilters’ Belong@WBC
Leader Connection, Workshop, 1:00-5:00 pm Membership Seminar
7:00-8:30 pm Family Communion part 2,
Experience, 6:30-8:30 pm 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Belong@WBC
Membership Seminar
part 1, 7:00-9:00 pm
Iglesia Young Singles
Meeting, 7:00-9:30 pm
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
Big Buddies Infotational EquipU: Connecting Quest56 Hayride, Iglesia Men’s Meeting,
Meeting, 12:30-1:30 pm Spiritually with Your 6:30-8:30 pm 7:30-9:30 am
Teen, 6:45-8:00 pm Iglesia Women’s
Meeting, 7:00-9:30 pm
Iglesia Teens Meeting,
7:00-9:30 pm
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Begin@WBC starts, EquipU: How to Lead
9:45-11:00 am Family Worship,
6:45-8:00 pm
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Preparation for
Marriage Workshop
begins,
11:15 am-12:30 pm
Bridges One–Day
A dynamic one-day seminar that will inspire, equip, and empower
you to share the Gospel with your Muslim friends and neighbors
Saturday, October 2
9:00 am–4:00 pm
For more information or to register, visit www.wheatonbible.org/Bridges_One_Day
or contact Global Outreach, 630.876.6685, globaloutreach@wheatonbible.org.