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
9:30 AM // UPPER ROOM // PASTOR ADAM FALKENSTEIN
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.
Pre-group hangout begins at 9 AM.
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.
Pre-group hangout begins at 9 AM.
WHAT IF JESUS WAS SERIOUS ABOUT HEAVEN?
CONFERENCE ROOM // GINA GLAZER
Over the course of 12 weeks, we will re-examine Jesus' teachings on the Kingdom of Heaven, challenging ourselves to undo what we often misunderstand in light of what Jesus actually said about it. We will see that it's not just a celestial home but a way of life characterized by God's love, justice, and peace. We will explore how Jesus' parables reveal the nature of the Kingdom of Heaven and how we can participate in it, leading us to live in a way that reflects the values of God's Kingdom.
Based on the book by Skye Jethani.
Cost for book materials: $12
Over the course of 12 weeks, we will re-examine Jesus' teachings on the Kingdom of Heaven, challenging ourselves to undo what we often misunderstand in light of what Jesus actually said about it. We will see that it's not just a celestial home but a way of life characterized by God's love, justice, and peace. We will explore how Jesus' parables reveal the nature of the Kingdom of Heaven and how we can participate in it, leading us to live in a way that reflects the values of God's Kingdom.
Based on the book by Skye Jethani.
Cost for book materials: $12
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.
PRACTICING THE WAY COURSE
CLASSROOM 1 // GARY CRAUN
This series is an introduction to spiritual formation accessible to both beginners and lifelong followers of Jesus, with the goal of moving all of us from a place of simple good Christian ideas, to implementing following Jesus as a way of life in all we think, say, and do.
This series is an introduction to spiritual formation accessible to both beginners and lifelong followers of Jesus, with the goal of moving all of us from a place of simple good Christian ideas, to implementing following Jesus as a way of life in all we think, say, and do.
MID-WEEK
WEDNESDAYS
THE MISSION OF JESUS
10:30 AM // FAMILY LIFE CENTER // PASTOR RICH BENNETT
This lively group never misses a Wednesday morning with Pastor Rich! All are welcome. For more information, contact Pastor Rich.
This lively group never misses a Wednesday morning with Pastor Rich! All are welcome. For more information, contact Pastor Rich.
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.
THE BOOK OF PHILEMON (RECONCILIATION OVER CONFLICT)
6:30 PM // FAMILY LIFE CENTER // PASTOR ADAM FALKENSTEIN
How do we handle conflict as Christians? This question has plagued the church for centuries and continues to trip us up even today. Based on the RightNow Media series by pastor and author Bryan Loritts, we will walk through the book of Philemon, studying the apostle Paul's framework for reconciliation, and learn what it takes to live in unity with other believers.
How do we handle conflict as Christians? This question has plagued the church for centuries and continues to trip us up even today. Based on the RightNow Media series by pastor and author Bryan Loritts, we will walk through the book of Philemon, studying the apostle Paul's framework for reconciliation, and learn what it takes to live in unity with other believers.
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.
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. This spring we are following a quarterly curriculum from David C. Cook (books are optional).
Gather for prayer, fellowship, and Bible study each Sunday at the Elyria campus. This spring we are following a quarterly curriculum from David C. Cook (books are optional).