GROWING PEOPLE CHANGE WITHIN
The Holy Spirit wants to work in every one of us to make us more and more like Jesus—knowing him better, loving God and our neighbors and making disciples. And this doesn’t happen in isolation. At Friends Church, we believe we grow best when we’re in community with one another.
“I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
-Jesus, John 10:10
“I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
-Jesus, John 10:10
NORTH OLMSTED CAMPUS
SUNDAYS
9:30 AM
CROSSROADS YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY
UPPER ROOM // CROSSROADS LEADERSHIP TEAM
For young adults ages 18-28. Connect with your peers as you grow, encourage, and support one another in your walk with Christ through relevant Biblical teaching and life application. For more information, contact Pastor Adam.
For young adults ages 18-28. Connect with your peers as you grow, encourage, and support one another in your walk with Christ through relevant Biblical teaching and life application. For more information, contact Pastor Adam.
CHRIST IS RISEN... NOW WHAT? (COMING IN APRIL)
CONFERENCE ROOM // GINA GLAZER
April 12, 19, & 26
A brief study of the book of Acts, split into three parts. Examine the disciples' pursuit of following the Great Commission, beginning with their evangelism in Jerusalem (Acts 1-6), then Judea/Samaria (7-12), and finally the ends of the earth (13-28), and the parallels of how the Gospel and Resurrection should impact our relationships with people locally, nationally, and globally.
April 12, 19, & 26
A brief study of the book of Acts, split into three parts. Examine the disciples' pursuit of following the Great Commission, beginning with their evangelism in Jerusalem (Acts 1-6), then Judea/Samaria (7-12), and finally the ends of the earth (13-28), and the parallels of how the Gospel and Resurrection should impact our relationships with people locally, nationally, and globally.
EVERY THOUGHT CAPTIVE (COMING IN MAY)
CONFERENCE ROOM // GINA GLAZER
Cost of materials: $12
Are your thoughts drawing you closer to God or pulling you away? Are they building you up or tearing you down? Like molten glass, our lives are constantly being shaped and molded by our thoughts.
Join this five-session Bible study in May (video access included) as we forge a path through the world’s distractions and lies and get to the heart of true spiritual growth: the renewing of your mind (Romans 12:2).
This isn't a study on the power of positive thinking but about learning how God made your brain. Learn how setting your thoughts on Christ can create new patterns of thought that will change your life.
(Materials developed by Pastor Kyle Idleman)
Cost of materials: $12
Are your thoughts drawing you closer to God or pulling you away? Are they building you up or tearing you down? Like molten glass, our lives are constantly being shaped and molded by our thoughts.
Join this five-session Bible study in May (video access included) as we forge a path through the world’s distractions and lies and get to the heart of true spiritual growth: the renewing of your mind (Romans 12:2).
This isn't a study on the power of positive thinking but about learning how God made your brain. Learn how setting your thoughts on Christ can create new patterns of thought that will change your life.
(Materials developed by Pastor Kyle Idleman)
11 AM
SERMON DISCUSSION GROUP
CONFERENCE ROOM // MARK BREWSTER
Discuss the sermon using relevant questions provided by the day’s preaching pastor.
Discuss the sermon using relevant questions provided by the day’s preaching pastor.
MIRROR: FINDING JESUS IN THE OLD TESTAMENT
CLASSROOM 1 // PASTOR ADAM FALKENSTEIN
March 1, 8, 15, & 22
While many are familiar with Old Testament prophecies concerning Jesus, many don’t recognize that the Old Testament doesn’t simply point to Him, but that He is present on every page. Join us as we explore this reality and further build our theology.
March 1, 8, 15, & 22
While many are familiar with Old Testament prophecies concerning Jesus, many don’t recognize that the Old Testament doesn’t simply point to Him, but that He is present on every page. Join us as we explore this reality and further build our theology.
MID-WEEK
WEDNESDAY MORNINGS
JESUS' FAREWELL MESSAGE
10:30 AM // FAMILY LIFE CENTER // PASTOR RICH BENNETT
Walk through Jesus' parting words to His disciples in the Gospel of John.
Walk through Jesus' parting words to His disciples in the Gospel of John.
WEDNESDAY EVENINGS
WEEKLY FELLOWSHIP DINNER
6 PM // FAMILY LIFE CENTER
Join us on Wednesday evenings for a family meal followed by weekly programming for kids, teens, and adults. Register here.
Suggested donation $7; $20 max/family.
Join us on Wednesday evenings for a family meal followed by weekly programming for kids, teens, and adults. Register here.
Suggested donation $7; $20 max/family.
THROUGH THE SHADOW OF THE CROSS: A JOURNEY IN MARK
6:30 PM // FAMILY LIFE CENTER // PASTOR GEOFF SCHULTZ
Join us beginning in September for this multi-month study that will take us through the gospel of Mark.
Join us beginning in September for this multi-month study that will take us through the gospel of Mark.
SATURDAYS
MEN’S BIBLE STUDY
8 AM // CONFERENCE ROOM // GENE KUSHNER & RANDY JOHR
Join other men weekly for breakfast, Bible study, and relevant, topical conversation.
Join other men weekly for breakfast, Bible study, and relevant, topical conversation.
FRIENDS 101 (APRIL 11)
CLASSROOM 1 // PASTOR ADAM FALKENSTEIN
"Friends 101" is our church's membership class. While we ordinarily break this class up over the course of multiple weeks, this one-day class will cover all 4 sessions from 8 AM - 12:30 PM with breaks in between.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Session 1 - Foundation & Identity
9:05 AM - 10:05 AM | Session 2 - NOEFC Leadership
10:10 AM - 11:10 AM | Session 3 - Tradition & History
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM | Session 4 - Beliefs & Membership
If you are seeking membership but cannot attend all 4 sessions, we will run the course again in a few months where you can make up any session(s) you missed.
"Friends 101" is our church's membership class. While we ordinarily break this class up over the course of multiple weeks, this one-day class will cover all 4 sessions from 8 AM - 12:30 PM with breaks in between.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Session 1 - Foundation & Identity
9:05 AM - 10:05 AM | Session 2 - NOEFC Leadership
10:10 AM - 11:10 AM | Session 3 - Tradition & History
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM | Session 4 - Beliefs & Membership
If you are seeking membership but cannot attend all 4 sessions, we will run the course again in a few months where you can make up any session(s) you missed.
ELYRIA CAMPUS
SUNDAYS
9:30 AM
ELYRIA SUNDAY BIBLE STUDY
ADULT CLASSROOM // TED SMITH
Gather for prayer, fellowship, and Bible study each Sunday at the Elyria campus. During the summer, our study is based on videos by Ray Vander Laan that explore the context in which Jesus lived and taught, and what that means for us today. Beginning after Labor Day, we will follow a quarterly curriculum from David C. Cook (books are optional).
Gather for prayer, fellowship, and Bible study each Sunday at the Elyria campus. During the summer, our study is based on videos by Ray Vander Laan that explore the context in which Jesus lived and taught, and what that means for us today. Beginning after Labor Day, we will follow a quarterly curriculum from David C. Cook (books are optional).