December 29, 2024 — Pastor Brandon Thomas
Welcome!
We are so glad you are with us today!
Welcome to Frontline Bible Church. We would love to connect with you. Take just a minute to complete the Digital Connection Card.
Today’s Sermon
God Within Us
Pastor Brandon Thomas
John 16:7, 13; Acts 10:44-45; 2 Corinthians 5:17
During his earthly ministry Christ said it is for our benefit that he leave us, but he wouldn’t leave us alone. What does it mean for us today to have the Holy Spirit within us? How is this different then having “God with us” and what are the benefits that this brings for believers today?
Connect with FBC Board of Directors, Staff and Ministry Leaders
Connect with the Leaders at FBC to share your needs or to find ways to make connections.
OUR MISSION is to equip people
to make an eternal impact.
Click Here to view our WELCOME PAGE Share the link with your friends and invite them to join you!
Serve
Are you ready to discover your gifts and use them to serve at Frontline Bible Church and beyond? Check out our SERVE webpage to see a list of areas available for serving. Please complete the Volunteer Application and let us know if you would like more information about these areas.
Giving
Giving Boxes are available at each door leaving the Worship Center, or you can visit frontlinebible.com/giving and click the GIVING tab to see your electronic giving options. All gifts are tax-deductible.
| 2024 | ACTUAL | BUDGET | DIFFERENCE | PERCENTAGE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUGUST | $16,781.23 | $25,550.67 | ($8,769.44) | 66% |
| SEPTEMBER | $36,843.96 | $25,550.67 | $11,293.29 | 144% |
| OCTOBER | $17,572.48 | $25,550.67 | ($7,979) | 69% |
| NOVEMBER | $19,404.04 | $25,550.67 | ($6,146.63) | 76% |
| YTD | $109,743 | $127,753 | ($18,010) | 86% |
• MAIL your tithe to the church:
8283 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
• Schedule a payment through your BANK.
Have you downloaded the CHURCH CENTER APP yet? Follow these instructions and download it today! You will have direct access to the website, FBC Directory, FBC Calendar and online giving right at your fingertips! Get Connected Today. Need help downloading? Find Sarah DeGraaf, Vicki Dolsen or Sheryl Idema and we will gladly help you.
BIBLE CLASSES
Beginning January 5, 2024 through May 18, 2025. Sunday Mornings. 11:15 am – noon
KIDS BIBLE CLASSES: Kids ages 2yrs–5th Grade. See Frontline Kids page for Class Descriptions.
YOUTH BIBLE CLASS: Middle and High School age students are asked to join the Biblical Foundations Class meeting January 5 through May 18, 2025. Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas. Meeting in the South Equipping Room.
ADULT BIBLE CLASSES:
The are two different Adult Bible Classes to choose from:
- unAPOLOGETIC. Meeting upstairs in Room 4E & 5E: Learn how to DEFEND your faith in a doubting world! The goal of this class is to INFORM & ENCOURAGE critical Bible-centered reasoning so that you will be “prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for hope that you have.” (I Peter 3:15). Taught by Kal Gowdy.
- BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS: Think Biblically: Biblical Ethics. Join us in the journey to THINK BIBLICALLY on the ethical challenges that Christians face today! From abortion, war, secular music and more, we all seek to worship and glorify God through our actions. Let’s take biblical interpretation to the next level to “do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God.” (Micah 6:8) Meeting in the South Equipping Room: Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas.
NEXT STEP BIBLE CLASS FOR MEN & WOMEN
Pastor’s Class
Get Moving Spiritually as we study … The Book of Revelation.
Join us! Everyone (Men & Women) welcome.
TUESDAY evenings in the FBC South Equipping Room 7-8:30 PM. Pastor’s Class will not be meeting December 24th and 31st.
Contact Pastor Brandon or Pastor John with any questions.
COMMUNITY
Starting Line
Get Ready. Get Set. Go!
The next Starting Line Class will be two consecutive Friday evenings, January 10 & 17, 6:00–9:00 pm. Come learn more about Frontline Bible Church. To give everyone an opportunity to fully participate, we limit the class size to eight. Reserve your spot and RSVP by January 1st, 2025. Email Sarah DeGraaf with any questions sarah@frontlinebible.com.
FBC Worship Arts Playlist
FBC Worship Director, Leo Caldas, invites you to follow the new FBC Worship Arts Playlist on Spotify and/or YouTube. Now you will be able to listen while you work, do chores, spend time with God. The Father is seeking worshipers. Follow along and prepare your hearts throughout the week, then when we gather together on Sundays, it will be even more sweeter.
Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. – John 4:23 NIV
For FBC Events/Activities:
frontlinebible.com/fbc-calendar
MISSIONS
Find specific prayer/praise from each missionary and learn about this months
Missionaries of the Month when you
visit the Missions Webpage
December Missions Highlights
Learn more about Luis & Marcia Coto and their ministry in Mexico on our Missions Webpage!
Learn more about the mission of Stage 5 Ministries and how they serve our local community on our Missions Webpage!
Director of Frontline Missions
FRONTLINE KIDS & NURSERY
Sunday Mornings 10–11 am (Children are dismissed during the worship service):
We offer two classes that teach age-appropriate ways of worship.
Nursery [ages 0-3]
Children’s Worship 1 [Suggested age range: 3–6 years old]
Children’s Worship 2 [Suggested age range: 5–9 years old]
Kids Bible Classes are available September 15th through May 18th. See Frontline Kids Webpage for Descriptions and find the best fit for your son/daughter.
Director of Frontline Kids
Frontline Kids Ministry Team
Gretchen Johnson: Coordinator of Children’s Worship K-3rd Gr;
Amanda Marzean: Coordinator of Children’s Worship 3yrs.– pre-K
Barb Gowdy: Interim coordinator of Kid’s Bible Classes
Mandy Terrell: Nursery Coordinator
Team Members: Lynn Thomas & Joanna Gowdy
visit Frontline Kids Webpage
FRONTLINE YOUTH
frontlinebible.com/fym
Director of Youth Ministries
ENGAGE: YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY @ FBC
Join us for Engage! We meet every other Wednesday from 7-9pm from September until April. Reach out to a leader for more information or visit frontlinebible.com/young-adults/ to find out more about upcoming winter and spring events.
Join us every other Wednesday @ FBC September through April.
Invite a friend and ENGAGE!
Engage Winter/Spring Schedule:
1.15.25: 7-9pm. Engage location TBD.
1.29.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
2.12.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
2.26.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
3.12.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
3.26.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
4.9.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
4.23.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
Director of Engage Young Adults
Find photos of ENGAGE Young Adult ministry on their webpage!
Contact Joseph Craesmeyer with any questions
FRONTLINE WOMEN
Women, are you looking for a place to connect & grow?
Frontline Women invite you to reach out to
someone on the leadership team (see the FWM webpage).
They would be glad to connect with you and walk with you as you grow.
Coming Up…
Join us for an intimate night of worship and connection! Contemplative worship will be followed by a FBC sister sharing her spiritual journey and concluding with a small group sharing time.
Join us for a winter hike after church! Please bring your own lunch to eat at church before heading to Prairie Wolf Park. We will eat lunch around 12:15 after Bible hour at FBC and leave around 1pm for the hike, be back around 2/2:30pm. Sign up so we know you are planning to attend this event! This event is dependent upon the weather, please dress appropriately. Visit frontlinebible.com/fwm to sign up!
Next Step Bible Studies
Director of Women’s Ministries
Go to Frontline Women’s webpage for more details
FRONTLINE MEN
NEXT STEP Bible Studies for Men
- Wednesday Morning Men’s Bible Study @ FBC 7-9 AM, South Equipping Room. Join other guys as we study the book of Mark. This is a very informal, relaxed atmosphere for men of all levels of Bible knowledge.
Light breakfast is provided.
Men’s Banger Breakfast
Join us for our Men’s Banger Breakfast! We will be meeting in the FBC Multi Purpose Room for a hearty breakfast and real stories from real men of Frontline Bible Church. High Schoolers age and up are welcome! Bring a friend with too! Please sign up so we have enough food to go around.
Director of Frontline Men
visit Frontline Men’s Webpage
FRONTLINE SENIORS
Coming Up…
Join us for our Traditional-Style service in the Worship Center of Frontline Bible Church! This style service is every third Wednesday of the month at 11am. There is a time of worship through hymns, a message from a guest Pastor followed by lunch and a time of fellowship. This service is open to the community, please bring a friend! If you have any questions please contact John Records.
Director of Frontline Seniors
visit Frontline Seniors’ Webpage
PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER
What a privilege to pray for one another! Let’s be the CHURCH!
When prayer requests arrive in your email, take a moment to pause and pray for the needs. You will have an option to unsubscribe at your discretion. As always, email your requests & updates to: Dawn Orr & Beth Rustin at prayer@frontlinebible.com
STAY CONNECTED
Access the FBC Directory on the website. Email Sarah DeGraaf at sarah@frontlinebible.com for the password to access the Directory. Updated 10/17/24.
FBC MERCH!
Allow three weeks for your order to be completed.
December 22, 2024 — Pastor John Lowder
Welcome!
We are so glad you are with us today!
Welcome to Frontline Bible Church. We would love to connect with you. Take just a minute to complete the Digital Connection Card.
Today’s Sermon
God WITH Us
Pastor John Lowder
As awesome as it is that God made His presence felt among His people in the Old Testament, it wasn’t enough to solve our greatest need. For us to have a relationship with Him, He needed to be WITH us completely. The Christmas story explains how this was made possible.
Connect with FBC Board of Directors, Staff and Ministry Leaders
Connect with the Leaders at FBC to share your needs or to find ways to make connections.
OUR MISSION is to equip people
to make an eternal impact.
Click Here to view our WELCOME PAGE Share the link with your friends and invite them to join you!
Serve
Are you ready to discover your gifts and use them to serve at Frontline Bible Church and beyond? Check out our SERVE webpage to see a list of areas available for serving. Please complete the Volunteer Application and let us know if you would like more information about these areas.
Giving
Giving Boxes are available at each door leaving the Worship Center, or you can visit frontlinebible.com/giving and click the GIVING tab to see your electronic giving options. All gifts are tax-deductible.
| 2024 | ACTUAL | BUDGET | DIFFERENCE | PERCENTAGE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUGUST | $16,781.23 | $25,550.67 | ($8,769.44) | 66% |
| SEPTEMBER | $36,843.96 | $25,550.67 | $11,293.29 | 144% |
| OCTOBER | $17,572.48 | $25,550.67 | ($7,979) | 69% |
| NOVEMBER | $19,404.04 | $25,550.67 | ($6,146.63) | 76% |
| YTD | $109,743 | $127,753 | ($18,010) | 86% |
• MAIL your tithe to the church:
8283 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
• Schedule a payment through your BANK.
Have you downloaded the CHURCH CENTER APP yet? Follow these instructions and download it today! You will have direct access to the website, FBC Directory, FBC Calendar and online giving right at your fingertips! Get Connected Today. Need help downloading? Find Sarah DeGraaf, Vicki Dolsen or Sheryl Idema and we will gladly help you.
BIBLE CLASSES
Beginning January 5, 2024 through May 18, 2025. Sunday Mornings. 11:15 am – noon
KIDS BIBLE CLASSES: Kids ages 2yrs–5th Grade. See Frontline Kids page for Class Descriptions.
YOUTH BIBLE CLASS: Middle and High School age students are asked to join the Biblical Foundations Class meeting January 5 through May 18, 2025. Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas. Meeting in the South Equipping Room.
ADULT BIBLE CLASSES:
The are two different Adult Bible Classes to choose from:
- unAPOLOGETIC. Meeting upstairs in Room 4E & 5E: Learn how to DEFEND your faith in a doubting world! The goal of this class is to INFORM & ENCOURAGE critical Bible-centered reasoning so that you will be “prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for hope that you have.” (I Peter 3:15). Taught by Kal Gowdy.
- BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS: Think Biblically: Biblical Ethics. Join us in the journey to THINK BIBLICALLY on the ethical challenges that Christians face today! From abortion, war, secular music and more, we all seek to worship and glorify God through our actions. Let’s take biblical interpretation to the next level to “do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with your God.” (Micah 6:8) Meeting in the South Equipping Room: Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas.
NEXT STEP BIBLE CLASS FOR MEN & WOMEN
Pastor’s Class
Get Moving Spiritually as we study … The Book of Revelation.
Join us! Everyone (Men & Women) welcome.
TUESDAY evenings in the FBC South Equipping Room 7-8:30 PM. Pastor’s Class will not be meeting December 24th and 31st.
Contact Pastor Brandon or Pastor John with any questions.
COMMUNITY
Starting Line
Get Ready. Get Set. Go!
The next Starting Line Class will be two consecutive Friday evenings, January 10 & 17, 6:00–9:00 pm. Come learn more about Frontline Bible Church. To give everyone an opportunity to fully participate, we limit the class size to eight. Reserve your spot and RSVP by January 1st, 2025. Email Sarah DeGraaf with any questions sarah@frontlinebible.com.
Christmas Praise Service
The Christmas Season is beginning again! One of Frontline Bible Church’s favorite traditions is the Christmas Praise Service. This event will be a night of songs and worship celebrating the birth of Christ led by Leo Caldas. Following the service will be a time of fellowship and refreshments.
FBC Worship Arts Playlist
FBC Worship Director, Leo Caldas, invites you to follow the new FBC Worship Arts Playlist on Spotify and/or YouTube. Now you will be able to listen while you work, do chores, spend time with God. The Father is seeking worshipers. Follow along and prepare your hearts throughout the week, then when we gather together on Sundays, it will be even more sweeter.
Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. – John 4:23 NIV
For FBC Events/Activities:
frontlinebible.com/fbc-calendar
MISSIONS
Find specific prayer/praise from each missionary and learn about this months
Missionaries of the Month when you
visit the Missions Webpage
December Missions Highlights
Learn more about Luis & Marcia Coto and their ministry in Mexico on our Missions Webpage!
Learn more about the mission of Stage 5 Ministries and how they serve our local community on our Missions Webpage!
Director of Frontline Missions
FRONTLINE KIDS & NURSERY
Sunday Mornings 10–11 am (Children are dismissed during the worship service):
We offer two classes that teach age-appropriate ways of worship.
Nursery [ages 0-3]
Children’s Worship 1 [Suggested age range: 3–6 years old]
Children’s Worship 2 [Suggested age range: 5–9 years old]
Kids Bible Classes are available September 15th through May 18th. See Frontline Kids Webpage for Descriptions and find the best fit for your son/daughter.
Director of Frontline Kids
Frontline Kids Ministry Team
Gretchen Johnson: Coordinator of Children’s Worship K-3rd Gr;
Amanda Marzean: Coordinator of Children’s Worship 3yrs.– pre-K
Barb Gowdy: Interim coordinator of Kid’s Bible Classes
Mandy Terrell: Nursery Coordinator
Team Members: Lynn Thomas & Joanna Gowdy
visit Frontline Kids Webpage
FRONTLINE YOUTH
frontlinebible.com/fym
Director of Youth Ministries
ENGAGE: YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY @ FBC
Join us for Engage! We meet every other Wednesday from 7-9pm from September until April. Reach out to a leader for more information or visit frontlinebible.com/young-adults/ to find out more about upcoming winter and spring events.
Join us every other Wednesday @ FBC September through April.
Invite a friend and ENGAGE!
Engage Winter/Spring Schedule:
1.15.25: 7-9pm. Engage location TBD.
1.29.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
2.12.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
2.26.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
3.12.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
3.26.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
4.9.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
4.23.257-9pm. Engage location TBD.
Director of Engage Young Adults
Find photos of ENGAGE Young Adult ministry on their webpage!
Contact Joseph Craesmeyer with any questions
FRONTLINE WOMEN
Women, are you looking for a place to connect & grow?
Frontline Women invite you to reach out to
someone on the leadership team (see the FWM webpage).
They would be glad to connect with you and walk with you as you grow.
Coming Up…
Join us for an intimate night of worship and connection! Contemplative worship will be followed by a FBC sister sharing her spiritual journey and concluding with a small group sharing time.
Join us for a winter hike after church! Please bring your own lunch to eat at church before heading to Prairie Wolf Park. We will eat lunch around 12:15 after Bible hour at FBC and leave around 1pm for the hike, be back around 2/2:30pm. Sign up so we know you are planning to attend this event! This event is dependent upon the weather, please dress appropriately. Visit frontlinebible.com/fwm to sign up!
Next Step Bible Studies
Director of Women’s Ministries
Go to Frontline Women’s webpage for more details
FRONTLINE MEN
NEXT STEP Bible Studies for Men
- Wednesday Morning Men’s Bible Study @ FBC 7-9 AM, South Equipping Room. Join other guys as we study the book of Mark. This is a very informal, relaxed atmosphere for men of all levels of Bible knowledge.
Light breakfast is provided.
Men’s Banger Breakfast
Join us for our Men’s Banger Breakfast! We will be meeting in the FBC Multi Purpose Room for a hearty breakfast and real stories from real men of Frontline Bible Church. High Schoolers age and up are welcome! Bring a friend with too! Please sign up so we have enough food to go around.
Director of Frontline Men
visit Frontline Men’s Webpage
FRONTLINE SENIORS
Coming Up…
Join us for our Traditional-Style service in the Worship Center of Frontline Bible Church! This style service is every third Wednesday of the month at 11am. There is a time of worship through hymns, a message from a guest Pastor followed by lunch and a time of fellowship. This service is open to the community, please bring a friend! If you have any questions please contact John Records.
Director of Frontline Seniors
visit Frontline Seniors’ Webpage
PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER
What a privilege to pray for one another! Let’s be the CHURCH!
When prayer requests arrive in your email, take a moment to pause and pray for the needs. You will have an option to unsubscribe at your discretion. As always, email your requests & updates to: Dawn Orr & Beth Rustin at prayer@frontlinebible.com
STAY CONNECTED
Access the FBC Directory on the website. Email Sarah DeGraaf at sarah@frontlinebible.com for the password to access the Directory. Updated 10/17/24.
FBC MERCH!
Allow three weeks for your order to be completed.
December 15, 2024 — Pastor Brandon Thomas
Welcome!
We are so glad you are with us today!
Welcome to Frontline Bible Church. We would love to connect with you. Take just a minute to complete the Digital Connection Card.
Today’s Sermon
God Among Us
Pastor Brandon Thomas
Genesis 12:1-3; Exodus 33:12-17; Deuteronomy 4:7-8
Often when it gets to Christmas our thoughts go immediately to Immanuel, “God with us.” Yet we the Christmas story has even more clarity when we see all the ways that God was at work in the Old Testament that point us towards our need for a savior. What did it look like for Israel to have their God dwell among them? Why did they seem they seem to fall short when God was at work among them? How do these stories pave the way for the meaning behind the Christmas story?
Connect with FBC Board of Directors, Staff and Ministry Leaders
Connect with the Leaders at FBC to share your needs or to find ways to make connections.
OUR MISSION is to equip people
to make an eternal impact.
Click Here to view our WELCOME PAGE Share the link with your friends and invite them to join you!
Serve
Are you ready to discover your gifts and use them to serve at Frontline Bible Church and beyond? Check out our SERVE webpage to see a list of areas available for serving. Please complete the Volunteer Application and let us know if you would like more information about these areas.
Giving
Giving Boxes are available at each door leaving the Worship Center, or you can visit frontlinebible.com/giving and click the GIVING tab to see your electronic giving options. All gifts are tax-deductible.
| 2024 | ACTUAL | BUDGET | DIFFERENCE | PERCENTAGE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUGUST | $16,781.23 | $25,550.67 | ($8,769.44) | 66% |
| SEPTEMBER | $36,843.96 | $25,550.67 | $11,293.29 | 144% |
| OCTOBER | $17,572.48 | $25,550.67 | ($7,979) | 69% |
| NOVEMBER | $19,404.04 | $25,550.67 | ($6,146.63) | 76% |
| YTD | $109,743 | $127,753 | ($18,010) | 86% |
• MAIL your tithe to the church:
8283 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
• Schedule a payment through your BANK.
Have you downloaded the CHURCH CENTER APP yet? Follow these instructions and download it today! You will have direct access to the website, FBC Directory, FBC Calendar and online giving right at your fingertips! Get Connected Today. Need help downloading? Find Sarah DeGraaf, Vicki Dolsen or Sheryl Idema and we will gladly help you.
BIBLE CLASSES
Beginning September 15, 2024 through December 15, 2024. Sunday Mornings. 11:15 am – noon
KIDS BIBLE CLASSES: Kids ages 2yrs–5th Grade. See Frontline Kids page for Class Descriptions.
YOUTH BIBLE CLASS: Middle and High School age students are asked to join the Biblical Foundations Class meeting September 15- December 15, 2024. Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas. Meeting in the Worship Center.
ADULT BIBLE CLASSES:
The are two different Adult Bible Classes to choose from:
- unAPOLOGETIC. Meeting upstairs in Room 4E & 5E: Learn how to DEFEND your faith in a doubting world! The goal of this class is to INFORM & ENCOURAGE critical Bible-centered reasoning so that you will be “prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for hope that you have.” (I Peter 3:15). The topic for this week is “Is the New Testament historically reliable?”. Taught by Kal Gowdy & Zach Moore.
- BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS: Unraveling Scripture: Truth for Today. Meeting in the South Equipping Room: Understanding God’s word can sometimes feel like a mystery and like “work for the theologians.” Yet, God’s word is meant to be understood by pastors and lay people alike! In this class learn the tools needed to interpret the bible so that you can be “a worker who has no need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15). Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas.
NEXT STEP BIBLE CLASS FOR MEN & WOMEN
Pastor’s Class
Get Moving Spiritually as we study … The Book of Revelation.
Join us! Everyone (Men & Women) welcome.
TUESDAY evenings in the FBC South Equipping Room 7-8:30 PM. Pastor’s Class will not be meeting December 24th and 31st.
Contact Pastor Brandon or Pastor John with any questions.
COMMUNITY
Christmas Praise Service
The Christmas Season is beginning again! One of Frontline Bible Church’s favorite traditions is the Christmas Praise Service. This event will be a night of songs and worship celebrating the birth of Christ led by Leo Caldas. Following the service will be a time of fellowship and refreshments. FBC is looking for some volunteers to bring desserts to share after the service. Please fill out the following form if you are willing to bring something to share. All food items must be at the church kitchen before the Praise Service begins. If you have any questions, please reach out to Sarah DeGraaf at sarah@frontlinebible.com.
FBC Worship Arts Playlist
FBC Worship Director, Leo Caldas, invites you to follow the new FBC Worship Arts Playlist on Spotify and/or YouTube. Now you will be able to listen while you work, do chores, spend time with God. The Father is seeking worshipers. Follow along and prepare your hearts throughout the week, then when we gather together on Sundays, it will be even more sweeter.
Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. – John 4:23 NIV
For FBC Events/Activities:
frontlinebible.com/fbc-calendar
MISSIONS
Find specific prayer/praise from each missionary and learn about this months
Missionaries of the Month when you
visit the Missions Webpage
December Missions Highlights
Learn more about Luis & Marcia Coto and their ministry in Mexico on our Missions Webpage!
Learn more about the mission of Stage 5 Ministries and how they serve our local community on our Missions Webpage!
Project ABBA
Frontline Bible Church dedicates the month of November to raise awareness and money for Project Abba. This program is run by the Campos family in Brazil (you can find more information about them on the missions webpage). This program provides a fun and safe atmosphere to share the Gospel message with many children each year. The money raised will go towards Christmas celebrations for the children, filled with songs, games, a gift of clothes and a toy, and most importantly sharing the Christmas message of Jesus’ birth and the gospel. You can find envelopes for giving cash or checks on the board in the lobby.
Director of Frontline Missions
FRONTLINE KIDS & NURSERY
Sunday Mornings 10–11 am (Children are dismissed during the worship service):
We offer two classes that teach age-appropriate ways of worship.
Nursery [ages 0-3]
Children’s Worship 1 [Suggested age range: 3–6 years old]
Children’s Worship 2 [Suggested age range: 5–9 years old]
Kids Bible Classes are available September 15th through May 18th. See Frontline Kids Webpage for Descriptions and find the best fit for your son/daughter.
Director of Frontline Kids
Frontline Kids Ministry Team
Gretchen Johnson: Coordinator of Children’s Worship K-3rd Gr;
Amanda Marzean: Coordinator of Children’s Worship 3yrs.– pre-K
Barb Gowdy: Interim coordinator of Kid’s Bible Classes
Mandy Terrell: Nursery Coordinator
Team Members: Lynn Thomas & Joanna Gowdy
visit Frontline Kids Webpage
FRONTLINE YOUTH
frontlinebible.com/fym
Coming Up…
2024 Fall Schedule:
12.15.24: 5-8pm. Youth Christmas Party
12.22.24: 6-7:30pm. Christmas Praise Service
Director of Youth Ministries
ENGAGE: YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY @ FBC
Join us for Engage! We meet every other Wednesday from 7-9pm from September until May. Reach out to a leader for more information or visit frontlinebible.com/young-adults/ to find out more about upcoming fall events.
Join us every other Wednesday @ FBC September through May.
Invite a friend and ENGAGE!
This Week!
2024 Fall Engage Schedule:
12.18.24: 7-9pm. Engage Christmas Party! Join us for a time of fellowship, food and fun! We invite you to bring your favorite dip to share. There will be several games, an ugly sweater contest and a White Elephant Gift Exchange. Everyone is welcome to come at 6pm to eat and fellowship and activities will begin at 7pm. Friends and family are welcome to come too!
Director of Engage Young Adults
Find photos of ENGAGE Young Adult ministry on their webpage!
Contact Joseph Craesmeyer with any questions
FRONTLINE WOMEN
Women, are you looking for a place to connect & grow?
Frontline Women invite you to reach out to
someone on the leadership team (see the FWM webpage).
They would be glad to connect with you and walk with you as you grow.
Coming Up…
Join us for an intimate night of worship and connection! Contemplative worship will be followed by a FBC sister sharing her spiritual journey and concluding with a small group sharing time. Please sign up a frontlinebible.com/fwm to let us know you’re coming!
Director of Women’s Ministries
Go to Frontline Women’s webpage for more details
FRONTLINE MEN
NEXT STEP Bible Studies for Men
- Wednesday Morning Men’s Bible Study @ FBC 7-9 AM, South Equipping Room. Join other guys as we study the book of Mark. This is a very informal, relaxed atmosphere for men of all levels of Bible knowledge.
Light breakfast is provided.
Director of Frontline Men
visit Frontline Men’s Webpage
FRONTLINE SENIORS
Coming Up…
Join us for our Traditional-Style service in the Worship Center of Frontline Bible Church! This style service is every third Wednesday of the month at 11am. There is a time of worship through hymns, a message from a guest Pastor followed by lunch and a time of fellowship. This service is open to the community, please bring a friend! If you have any questions please contact John Records.
Director of Frontline Seniors
visit Frontline Seniors’ Webpage
PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER
What a privilege to pray for one another! Let’s be the CHURCH!
When prayer requests arrive in your email, take a moment to pause and pray for the needs. You will have an option to unsubscribe at your discretion. As always, email your requests & updates to: Dawn Orr & Beth Rustin at prayer@frontlinebible.com
STAY CONNECTED
Access the FBC Directory on the website. Email Sarah DeGraaf at sarah@frontlinebible.com for the password to access the Directory. Updated 10/17/24.
FBC MERCH!
Allow three weeks for your order to be completed.
What a great way to begin a conversation with those on your front lines.
NEW ITEMS ADDED!
Polos, new ladies’ items, and even infant options! Frontline Kids apparel is now available too!
T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, jackets, even beanie hats.
THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING & SHARING!
Allow three weeks for your order to be completed.
December 8, 2024 — Pastor John Lowder
Welcome!
We are so glad you are with us today!
Welcome to Frontline Bible Church. We would love to connect with you. Take just a minute to complete the Digital Connection Card.
Today’s Sermon
Spirit-filled Marriage: Decisions
Pastor John Lowder
It has been said that marriage is the art of two incompatible people learning to live compatibly, and that has been proven over and over again. While God’s directives for husbands and wives are clear – love and respect each other – He has not left us without help to make this possible. But it takes some decisions to be made.
Connect with FBC Board of Directors, Staff and Ministry Leaders
Connect with the Leaders at FBC to share your needs or to find ways to make connections.
OUR MISSION is to equip people
to make an eternal impact.
Click Here to view our WELCOME PAGE Share the link with your friends and invite them to join you!
Serve
Are you ready to discover your gifts and use them to serve at Frontline Bible Church and beyond? Check out our SERVE webpage to see a list of areas available for serving. Please complete the Volunteer Application and let us know if you would like more information about these areas.
Giving
Giving Boxes are available at each door leaving the Worship Center, or you can visit frontlinebible.com/giving and click the GIVING tab to see your electronic giving options. All gifts are tax-deductible.
| 2024 | ACTUAL | BUDGET | DIFFERENCE | PERCENTAGE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JULY | $19,141.41 | $25,550.67 | ($6,409.26) | 75% |
| AUGUST | $16,781.23 | $25,550.67 | ($8,769.44) | 66% |
| SEPTEMBER | $36,843.96 | $25,550.67 | $11,293.29 | 144% |
| OCTOBER | $17,572.48 | $25,550.67 | ($7,979) | 69% |
| YTD | $90,339 | $102,203 | ($11,863) | 88% |
• MAIL your tithe to the church:
8283 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
• Schedule a payment through your BANK.
Have you downloaded the CHURCH CENTER APP yet? Follow these instructions and download it today! You will have direct access to the website, FBC Directory, FBC Calendar and online giving right at your fingertips! Get Connected Today. Need help downloading? Find Sarah DeGraaf, Vicki Dolsen or Sheryl Idema and we will gladly help you.
BIBLE CLASSES
Beginning September 15, 2024 through December 15, 2024. Sunday Mornings. 11:15 am – noon
KIDS BIBLE CLASSES: Kids ages 2yrs–5th Grade. See Frontline Kids page for Class Descriptions.
YOUTH BIBLE CLASS: Middle and High School age students are asked to join the Biblical Foundations Class meeting September 15- December 15, 2024. Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas. Meeting in the Worship Center.
ADULT BIBLE CLASSES:
The are two different Adult Bible Classes to choose from:
- unAPOLOGETIC. Meeting upstairs in Room 4E & 5E: Learn how to DEFEND your faith in a doubting world! The goal of this class is to INFORM & ENCOURAGE critical Bible-centered reasoning so that you will be “prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for hope that you have.” (I Peter 3:15). The topic for this week is “Is the New Testament historically reliable?”. Taught by Kal Gowdy & Zach Moore.
- BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS: Unraveling Scripture: Truth for Today. Meeting in the South Equipping Room: Understanding God’s word can sometimes feel like a mystery and like “work for the theologians.” Yet, God’s word is meant to be understood by pastors and lay people alike! In this class learn the tools needed to interpret the bible so that you can be “a worker who has no need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15). Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas.
NEXT STEP BIBLE CLASS FOR MEN & WOMEN
Pastor’s Class
Get Moving Spiritually as we study … The Book of Revelation.
Join us! Everyone (Men & Women) welcome.
TUESDAY evenings in the FBC South Equipping Room 7-8:30 PM. Pastor’s Class will not be meeting December 24th and 31st.
Contact Pastor Brandon or Pastor John with any questions.
COMMUNITY
Adult Christmas Party
This years’ Adult Christmas Party is going to be an event you do not want to miss! This is an event for adults of all ages. We are going to have appetizers, a hot chocolate bar, and we are going to have so much fun you will really be sad to miss out. The only thing you have to bring to this event is an appetizer to share and we’ve even made that easier for you by providing an appetizer sign up list.
Please choose what you like to bring here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040945A5A92FAB9-53009165-adult#/
Do not worry about dessert, we’ve got that covered. We have activities planned for the evening that will surprise and delight you. Please sign up for this event, so that we can have a spot for you at the table. Friends are welcome at this event, please sign them up too!
Christmas Praise Service
The Christmas Season is beginning again! One of Frontline Bible Church’s favorite traditions is the Christmas Praise Service. This event will be a night of songs and worship celebrating the birth of Christ led by Leo Caldas. Following the service will be a time of fellowship and refreshments. FBC is looking for some volunteers to bring desserts to share after the service. Please fill out the following form if you are willing to bring something to share. All food items must be at the church kitchen before the Praise Service begins. If you have any questions, please reach out to Sarah DeGraaf at sarah@frontlinebible.com.
FBC Worship Arts Playlist
FBC Worship Director, Leo Caldas, invites you to follow the new FBC Worship Arts Playlist on Spotify and/or YouTube. Now you will be able to listen while you work, do chores, spend time with God. The Father is seeking worshipers. Follow along and prepare your hearts throughout the week, then when we gather together on Sundays, it will be even more sweeter.
Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. – John 4:23 NIV
For FBC Events/Activities:
frontlinebible.com/fbc-calendar
MISSIONS
Find specific prayer/praise from each missionary and learn about this months
Missionaries of the Month when you
visit the Missions Webpage
December Missions Highlights
Learn more about Luis & Marcia Coto and their ministry in Mexico on our Missions Webpage!
Learn more about the mission of Stage 5 Ministries and how they serve our local community on our Missions Webpage!
Project ABBA
Frontline Bible Church dedicates the month of November to raise awareness and money for Project Abba. This program is run by the Campos family in Brazil (you can find more information about them on the missions webpage). This program provides a fun and safe atmosphere to share the Gospel message with many children each year. The money raised will go towards Christmas celebrations for the children, filled with songs, games, a gift of clothes and a toy, and most importantly sharing the Christmas message of Jesus’ birth and the gospel. You can find envelopes for giving cash or checks on the board in the lobby.
Director of Frontline Missions
FRONTLINE KIDS & NURSERY
Sunday Mornings 10–11 am (Children are dismissed during the worship service):
We offer two classes that teach age-appropriate ways of worship.
Nursery [ages 0-3]
Children’s Worship 1 [Suggested age range: 3–6 years old]
Children’s Worship 2 [Suggested age range: 5–9 years old]
Kids Bible Classes are available September 15th through May 18th. See Frontline Kids Webpage for Descriptions and find the best fit for your son/daughter.
This Week!
Are you ready for an adventure that combines faith, fun, and fantastic learning? We’re thrilled to announce the return of our beloved program: Coached by Christ! Every Thursday at 6:05pm, we’re diving headfirst into an incredible journey your kids won’t want to miss! This isn’t just any program—it’s a chance for your kiddos to dive deep into the wonders of the Bible, groove to worship beats with their buddies and leaders, and uncover more about the amazing love of the Lord! Picture this: your little ones beaming while mastering Bible verses, jamming in worship sessions, and building friendships that’ll last a lifetime!
Contact Joanna Gowdy with any questions.
Family Art Night
FBC family is invited to join the Frontline Kids Ministry team for Family Art Night. Wednesday, December 11. 6-8pm. Dinner is included. Please complete this form so that we can prepare everything for you and your family! The evening will include dinner, a family devotion and an art project. Please contact Amanda Marzean or Mandy Terrell with any questions.
Director of Frontline Kids
Frontline Kids Ministry Team
Gretchen Johnson: Coordinator of Children’s Worship K-3rd Gr;
Amanda Marzean: Coordinator of Children’s Worship 3yrs.– pre-K
Barb Gowdy: Interim coordinator of Kid’s Bible Classes
Mandy Terrell: Nursery Coordinator
Team Members: Lynn Thomas & Joanna Gowdy
visit Frontline Kids Webpage
FRONTLINE YOUTH
frontlinebible.com/fym
Coming Up…
2024 Fall Schedule:
12.8.24: 7-8pm. Men’s Worship Night. 6-8pm Girls Craft Night
12.15.24: 5-8pm. Youth Christmas Party
12.22.24: 6-7:30pm. Christmas Praise Service
Director of Youth Ministries
ENGAGE: YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY @ FBC
Join us for Engage! We meet every other Wednesday from 7-9pm from September until May. Reach out to a leader for more information or visit frontlinebible.com/young-adults/ to find out more about upcoming fall events.
Join us every other Wednesday @ FBC September through May.
Invite a friend and ENGAGE!
2024 Fall Engage Schedule:
12.6.24: 6-9pm: LMCU Ballpark Light Show. Engage will meet at FBC at pm. We will pile in the FBC van, make a stop at Biggby for hot cocoa and coffee and then ride through the LMCU Ballpark Light Show. Please bring your own money for your refreshments.
12.18.24: 7-9pm. Engage Christmas Party!
Director of Engage Young Adults
Find photos of ENGAGE Young Adult ministry on their webpage!
Contact Joseph Craesmeyer with any questions
FRONTLINE WOMEN
Women, are you looking for a place to connect & grow?
Frontline Women invite you to reach out to
someone on the leadership team (see the FWM webpage).
They would be glad to connect with you and walk with you as you grow.
Coming Up…
Join us for an intimate night of worship and connection! Contemplative worship will be followed by a FBC sister sharing her spiritual journey and concluding with a small group sharing time. Please sign up a frontlinebible.com/fwm to let us know you’re coming!
Director of Women’s Ministries
Go to Frontline Women’s webpage for more details
FRONTLINE MEN
NEXT STEP Bible Studies for Men
- Wednesday Morning Men’s Bible Study @ FBC 7-9 AM, South Equipping Room. Join other guys as we study the book of Mark. This is a very informal, relaxed atmosphere for men of all levels of Bible knowledge.
Light breakfast is provided.
Men’s Worship Night
Come and join us for an exciting evening of worshipping our amazing God through song and word. Stay for a while and engage in some conversation. You are encouraged to bring someone who does not attend Frontline Bible Church. All ages of guys are welcome.
Director of Frontline Men
visit Frontline Men’s Webpage
FRONTLINE SENIORS
Coming Up…
Join us for our Traditional-Style service in the Worship Center of Frontline Bible Church! This style service is every third Wednesday of the month at 11am. There is a time of worship through hymns, a message from a guest Pastor followed by lunch and a time of fellowship. This service is open to the community, please bring a friend! If you have any questions please contact John Records.
Director of Frontline Seniors
visit Frontline Seniors’ Webpage
PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER
What a privilege to pray for one another! Let’s be the CHURCH!
When prayer requests arrive in your email, take a moment to pause and pray for the needs. You will have an option to unsubscribe at your discretion. As always, email your requests & updates to: Dawn Orr & Beth Rustin at prayer@frontlinebible.com
STAY CONNECTED
Access the FBC Directory on the website. Email Sarah DeGraaf at sarah@frontlinebible.com for the password to access the Directory. Updated 10/17/24.
FBC MERCH!
Allow three weeks for your order to be completed.
What a great way to begin a conversation with those on your front lines.
NEW ITEMS ADDED!
Polos, new ladies’ items, and even infant options! Frontline Kids apparel is now available too!
T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, jackets, even beanie hats.
THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING & SHARING!
Allow three weeks for your order to be completed.
December 1, 2024 — Pastor John Lowder
Welcome!
We are so glad you are with us today!
Welcome to Frontline Bible Church. We would love to connect with you. Take just a minute to complete the Digital Connection Card.
Today’s Sermon
Spirit-filled Marriage: Get the Piture?
Pastor John Lowder
I think you’d be hard-pressed to find someone who doesn’t know what a marriage is, but you might be hard-pressed to find someone who knows what a marriage was designed to represent. The Apostle Paul wraps up his comments to husbands and wives by describing what marriage is meant to illustrate. Get the picture?
Connect with FBC Board of Directors, Staff and Ministry Leaders
Connect with the Leaders at FBC to share your needs or to find ways to make connections.
OUR MISSION is to equip people
to make an eternal impact.
Click Here to view our WELCOME PAGE Share the link with your friends and invite them to join you!
Serve
Are you ready to discover your gifts and use them to serve at Frontline Bible Church and beyond? Check out our SERVE webpage to see a list of areas available for serving. Please complete the Volunteer Application and let us know if you would like more information about these areas.
Giving
Giving Boxes are available at each door leaving the Worship Center, or you can visit frontlinebible.com/giving and click the GIVING tab to see your electronic giving options. All gifts are tax-deductible.
| 2024 | ACTUAL | BUDGET | DIFFERENCE | PERCENTAGE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JULY | $19,141.41 | $25,550.67 | ($6,409.26) | 75% |
| AUGUST | $16,781.23 | $25,550.67 | ($8,769.44) | 66% |
| SEPTEMBER | $36,843.96 | $25,550.67 | $11,293.29 | 144% |
| OCTOBER | $17,572.48 | $25,550.67 | ($7,979) | 69% |
| YTD | $90,339 | $102,203 | ($11,863) | 88% |
• MAIL your tithe to the church:
8283 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
• Schedule a payment through your BANK.
Have you downloaded the CHURCH CENTER APP yet? Follow these instructions and download it today! You will have direct access to the website, FBC Directory, FBC Calendar and online giving right at your fingertips! Get Connected Today. Need help downloading? Find Sarah DeGraaf, Vicki Dolsen or Sheryl Idema and we will gladly help you.
BIBLE CLASSES
Beginning September 15, 2024 through December 15, 2024. Sunday Mornings. 11:15 am – noon
KIDS BIBLE CLASSES: Kids ages 2yrs–5th Grade. See Frontline Kids page for Class Descriptions.
YOUTH BIBLE CLASS: Middle and High School age students are asked to join the Biblical Foundations Class meeting September 15- December 15, 2024. Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas. Meeting in the Worship Center.
ADULT BIBLE CLASSES:
The are two different Adult Bible Classes to choose from:
- unAPOLOGETIC. Meeting upstairs in Room 4E & 5E: Learn how to DEFEND your faith in a doubting world! The goal of this class is to INFORM & ENCOURAGE critical Bible-centered reasoning so that you will be “prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for hope that you have.” (I Peter 3:15). The topic for this week is “Is the New Testament historically reliable?”. Taught by Kal Gowdy & Zach Moore.
- BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS: Unraveling Scripture: Truth for Today. Meeting in the South Equipping Room: Understanding God’s word can sometimes feel like a mystery and like “work for the theologians.” Yet, God’s word is meant to be understood by pastors and lay people alike! In this class learn the tools needed to interpret the bible so that you can be “a worker who has no need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15). Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas.
NEXT STEP BIBLE CLASS FOR MEN & WOMEN
Pastor’s Class
Get Moving Spiritually as we study … The Book of Revelation.
Join us! Everyone (Men & Women) welcome.
TUESDAY evenings in the FBC South Equipping Room 7-8:30 PM. Pastor’s Class will not be meeting December 24th and 31st.
Contact Pastor Brandon or Pastor John with any questions.
COMMUNITY
Adult Christmas Party
This years’ Adult Christmas Party is going to be an event you do not want to miss! This is an event for adults of all ages. We are going to have appetizers, a hot chocolate bar, and we are going to have so much fun you will really be sad to miss out. The only thing you have to bring to this event is an appetizer to share and we’ve even made that easier for you by providing an appetizer sign up list.
Please choose what you like to bring here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040945A5A92FAB9-53009165-adult#/
Do not worry about dessert, we’ve got that covered. We have activities planned for the evening that will surprise and delight you. Please sign up for this event, so that we can have a spot for you at the table. Friends are welcome at this event, please sign them up too!
Christmas Praise Service
The Christmas Season is beginning again! One of Frontline Bible Church’s favorite traditions is the Christmas Praise Service. This event will be a night of songs and worship celebrating the birth of Christ led by Leo Caldas. Following the service will be a time of fellowship and refreshments. FBC is looking for some volunteers to bring desserts to share after the service. Please fill out the following form if you are willing to bring something to share. All food items must be at the church kitchen before the Praise Service begins. If you have any questions, please reach out to Sarah DeGraaf at sarah@frontlinebible.com.
FBC Worship Arts Playlist
FBC Worship Director, Leo Caldas, invites you to follow the new FBC Worship Arts Playlist on Spotify and/or YouTube. Now you will be able to listen while you work, do chores, spend time with God. The Father is seeking worshipers. Follow along and prepare your hearts throughout the week, then when we gather together on Sundays, it will be even more sweeter.
Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. – John 4:23 NIV
For FBC Events/Activities:
frontlinebible.com/fbc-calendar
MISSIONS
Find specific prayer/praise from each missionary and learn about this months
Missionaries of the Month when you
visit the Missions Webpage
December Missions Highlights
Learn more about Luis & Marcia Coto and their ministry in Mexico on our Missions Webpage!
Learn more about the mission of Stage 5 Ministries and how they serve our local community on our Missions Webpage!
Project ABBA
Frontline Bible Church dedicates the month of November to raise awareness and money for Project Abba. This program is run by the Campos family in Brazil (you can find more information about them on the missions webpage). This program provides a fun and safe atmosphere to share the Gospel message with many children each year. The money raised will go towards Christmas celebrations for the children, filled with songs, games, a gift of clothes and a toy, and most importantly sharing the Christmas message of Jesus’ birth and the gospel. You can find envelopes for giving cash or checks on the board in the lobby.
Director of Frontline Missions
FRONTLINE KIDS & NURSERY
Sunday Mornings 10–11 am (Children are dismissed during the worship service):
We offer two classes that teach age-appropriate ways of worship.
Nursery [ages 0-3]
Children’s Worship 1 [Suggested age range: 3–6 years old]
Children’s Worship 2 [Suggested age range: 5–9 years old]
Kids Bible Classes are available September 15th through May 18th. See Frontline Kids Webpage for Descriptions and find the best fit for your son/daughter.
This Week!
Are you ready for an adventure that combines faith, fun, and fantastic learning? We’re thrilled to announce the return of our beloved program: Coached by Christ! Every Thursday at 6:05pm, we’re diving headfirst into an incredible journey your kids won’t want to miss! This isn’t just any program—it’s a chance for your kiddos to dive deep into the wonders of the Bible, groove to worship beats with their buddies and leaders, and uncover more about the amazing love of the Lord! Picture this: your little ones beaming while mastering Bible verses, jamming in worship sessions, and building friendships that’ll last a lifetime!
Contact Joanna Gowdy with any questions.
Family Art Night
FBC family is invited to join the Frontline Kids Ministry team for Family Art Night. Wednesday, December 11. 6-8pm. Dinner is included. Please complete this form so that we can prepare everything for you and your family! The evening will include dinner, a family devotion and an art project. Please contact Amanda Marzean or Mandy Terrell with any questions.
Director of Frontline Kids
Frontline Kids Ministry Team
Gretchen Johnson: Coordinator of Children’s Worship K-3rd Gr;
Amanda Marzean: Coordinator of Children’s Worship 3yrs.– pre-K
Barb Gowdy: Interim coordinator of Kid’s Bible Classes
Mandy Terrell: Nursery Coordinator
Team Members: Lynn Thomas & Joanna Gowdy
visit Frontline Kids Webpage
FRONTLINE YOUTH
frontlinebible.com/fym
Coming Up…
2024 Fall Schedule:
12.1.24: 6-8pm. Youth Group
12.8.24: 7-8pm. Men’s Worship Night. 6-8pm Girls Craft Night
12.15.24: 5-8pm. Youth Christmas Party
12.22.24: 6-7:30pm. Christmas Praise Service
Director of Youth Ministries
ENGAGE: YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY @ FBC
Join us for Engage! We meet every other Wednesday from 7-9pm from September until May. Reach out to a leader for more information or visit frontlinebible.com/young-adults/ to find out more about upcoming fall events.
Join us every other Wednesday @ FBC September through May.
Invite a friend and ENGAGE!
2024 Fall Engage Schedule:
12.4.24: 6-8pm. FWM Ladies Christmas Tea @ FBC, 7-9pm Guy’s Night.
12.6.24: 6-9pm: LMCU Ballpark Light Show. Engage will meet at FBC at pm. We will pile in the FBC van, make a stop at Biggby for hot cocoa and coffee and then ride through the LMCU Ballpark Light Show. Please bring your own money for your refreshments.
12.18.24: 7-9pm. Engage Christmas Party!
Director of Engage Young Adults
Find photos of ENGAGE Young Adult ministry on their webpage!
Contact Joseph Craesmeyer with any questions
FRONTLINE WOMEN
Women, are you looking for a place to connect & grow?
Frontline Women invite you to reach out to
someone on the leadership team (see the FWM webpage).
They would be glad to connect with you and walk with you as you grow.
Coming Up…
Celebrate the Christmas season with tea, appetizers, and dessert! You will be assigned a table that will be decorated and hosted by a woman from our congregation. We’ll have the opportunity to create a winter greenery arrangement to take home. Please use the sign up form to let us know you are coming!
Director of Women’s Ministries
Go to Frontline Women’s webpage for more details
FRONTLINE MEN
NEXT STEP Bible Studies for Men
- Wednesday Morning Men’s Bible Study @ FBC 7-9 AM, South Equipping Room. Join other guys as we study the book of Mark. This is a very informal, relaxed atmosphere for men of all levels of Bible knowledge.
Light breakfast is provided.
Men’s Worship Night
Come and join us for an exciting evening of worshipping our amazing God through song and word. Stay for a while and engage in some conversation. You are encouraged to bring someone who does not attend Frontline Bible Church. All ages of guys are welcome.
Director of Frontline Men
visit Frontline Men’s Webpage
FRONTLINE SENIORS
Coming Up…
Join us for our Traditional-Style service in the Worship Center of Frontline Bible Church! This style service is every third Wednesday of the month at 11am. There is a time of worship through hymns, a message from a guest Pastor followed by lunch and a time of fellowship. This service is open to the community, please bring a friend! If you have any questions please contact John Records.
Director of Frontline Seniors
visit Frontline Seniors’ Webpage
PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER
What a privilege to pray for one another! Let’s be the CHURCH!
When prayer requests arrive in your email, take a moment to pause and pray for the needs. You will have an option to unsubscribe at your discretion. As always, email your requests & updates to: Dawn Orr & Beth Rustin at prayer@frontlinebible.com
STAY CONNECTED
Access the FBC Directory on the website. Email Sarah DeGraaf at sarah@frontlinebible.com for the password to access the Directory. Updated 10/17/24.
FBC MERCH!
Allow three weeks for your order to be completed.
What a great way to begin a conversation with those on your front lines.
NEW ITEMS ADDED!
Polos, new ladies’ items, and even infant options! Frontline Kids apparel is now available too!
T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, jackets, even beanie hats.
THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING & SHARING!
Allow three weeks for your order to be completed.
November 24, 2024 — Pastor John Lowder
Welcome!
We are so glad you are with us today!
Welcome to Frontline Bible Church. We would love to connect with you. Take just a minute to complete the Digital Connection Card.
Today’s Sermon
Spirit-filled Marriage: Love
Pastor John Lowder
Love is such an overused word in our society today, and in turn it can mean very little if said or heard. The Apostle Paul uses this word to describe how a husband is to act toward his wife, but then connects it back to the way Christ acts toward His Church, the Body of Christ. This kind of love can change a marriage!
Connect with FBC Board of Directors, Staff and Ministry Leaders
Connect with the Leaders at FBC to share your needs or to find ways to make connections.
OUR MISSION is to equip people
to make an eternal impact.
Click Here to view our WELCOME PAGE Share the link with your friends and invite them to join you!
Serve
Are you ready to discover your gifts and use them to serve at Frontline Bible Church and beyond? Check out our SERVE webpage to see a list of areas available for serving. Please complete the Volunteer Application and let us know if you would like more information about these areas.
Giving
Giving Boxes are available at each door leaving the Worship Center, or you can visit frontlinebible.com/giving and click the GIVING tab to see your electronic giving options. All gifts are tax-deductible.
| 2024 | ACTUAL | BUDGET | DIFFERENCE | PERCENTAGE |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JUNE | $28,782.06 | $23,131.75 | $5,650.31 | 124% |
| JULY | $19,113.41 | $25,550.67 | ($6,437.26) | 75% |
| AUGUST | $21,055.23 | $25,550.67 | ($4,495.44) | 82% |
| YTD | $50,063.27 | $67,837.02 | ($17,773.75) | 74% |
• MAIL your tithe to the church:
8283 Pfeiffer Farms Dr. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
• Schedule a payment through your BANK.
Have you downloaded the CHURCH CENTER APP yet? Follow these instructions and download it today! You will have direct access to the website, FBC Directory, FBC Calendar and online giving right at your fingertips! Get Connected Today. Need help downloading? Find Sarah DeGraaf, Vicki Dolsen or Sheryl Idema and we will gladly help you.
BIBLE CLASSES
Beginning September 15, 2024 through December 15, 2024. Sunday Mornings. 11:15 am – noon
KIDS BIBLE CLASSES: Kids ages 2yrs–5th Grade. See Frontline Kids page for Class Descriptions.
YOUTH BIBLE CLASS: Middle and High School age students are asked to join the Biblical Foundations Class meeting September 15- December 15, 2024. Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas. Meeting in the Worship Center.
ADULT BIBLE CLASSES:
The are two different Adult Bible Classes to choose from:
- unAPOLOGETIC. Meeting upstairs in Room 4E & 5E: Learn how to DEFEND your faith in a doubting world! The goal of this class is to INFORM & ENCOURAGE critical Bible-centered reasoning so that you will be “prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for hope that you have.” (I Peter 3:15). The topic for this week is differences between Protestant denominations. Taught by Kal Gowdy & Zach Moore.
- BIBLICAL FOUNDATIONS: Unraveling Scripture: Truth for Today. Meeting in the South Equipping Room: Understanding God’s word can sometimes feel like a mystery and like “work for the theologians.” Yet, God’s word is meant to be understood by pastors and lay people alike! In this class learn the tools needed to interpret the bible so that you can be “a worker who has no need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” (2 Timothy 2:15). Taught by Pastor Brandon Thomas.
NEXT STEP BIBLE CLASS FOR MEN & WOMEN
Pastor’s Class
Get Moving Spiritually as we study … The Book of Revelation.
Join us! Everyone (Men & Women) welcome.
TUESDAY evenings in the FBC South Equipping Room 7-8:30 PM. Pastor’s Class will not be meeting December 24th and 31st.
Contact Pastor Brandon or Pastor John with any questions.
COMMUNITY
Adult Christmas Party
This years’ Adult Christmas Party is going to be an event you do not want to miss! This is an event for adults of all ages. We are going to have appetizers, a hot chocolate bar, and we are going to have so much fun you will really be sad to miss out. The only thing you have to bring to this event is an appetizer to share and we’ve even made that easier for you by providing an appetizer sign up list.
Please choose what you like to bring here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040945A5A92FAB9-53009165-adult#/
Do not worry about dessert, we’ve got that covered. We have activities planned for the evening that will surprise and delight you. Please sign up for this event, so that we can have a spot for you at the table. Friends are welcome at this event, please sign them up too!
FBC Worship Arts Playlist
FBC Worship Director, Leo Caldas, invites you to follow the new FBC Worship Arts Playlist on Spotify and/or YouTube. Now you will be able to listen while you work, do chores, spend time with God. The Father is seeking worshipers. Follow along and prepare your hearts throughout the week, then when we gather together on Sundays, it will be even more sweeter.
Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. – John 4:23 NIV
TRUTH Magazine
You’re invited to a time of reflection as you read the Fall 2024 issue of TRUTH Magazine, a publication of Grace Gospel Fellowship.
We sincerely hope the articles in the issue cause you to pause and reflect on God’s work in your life. We trust that you will discover common ground as the authors share their experiences. Shared experiences and common ground grow us closer together, foster understanding, and inspire us to share our own stories.
Would you be willing to share your story with us?
You don’t need to be a pastor, leader, or even a writer! Everyone’s story has something valuable to share with the world. We’d love to
interview you and tell your story for a future TRUTH. If you are a writer, we certainly welcome written pieces of 700-1000 words.
Reach us at trusthmag@ggfusa.org for more information, with questions, or to submit your story. Or click here to respond to the story form link.
For FBC Events/Activities:
frontlinebible.com/fbc-calendar
MISSIONS
Find specific prayer/praise from each missionary and learn about this months
Missionaries of the Month when you
visit the Missions Webpage
November Missions Highlights
Learn more about the Tuttle family and their ministry in Nicaragua on our Missions Webpage!
Learn more about the mission of Grace’s Table and how they serve our local community on our Missions Webpage!
Project ABBA
Frontline Bible Church dedicates the month of November to raise awareness and money for Project Abba. This program is run by the Campos family in Brazil (you can find more information about them on the missions webpage). This program provides a fun and safe atmosphere to share the Gospel message with many children each year. The money raised will go towards Christmas celebrations for the children, filled with songs, games, a gift of clothes and a toy, and most importantly sharing the Christmas message of Jesus’ birth and the gospel. You can find envelopes for giving cash or checks on the board in the lobby.
Director of Frontline Missions
FRONTLINE KIDS & NURSERY
Sunday Mornings 10–11 am (Children are dismissed during the worship service):
We offer two classes that teach age-appropriate ways of worship.
Nursery [ages 0-3]
Children’s Worship 1 [Suggested age range: 3–6 years old]
Children’s Worship 2 [Suggested age range: 5–9 years old]
Kids Bible Classes are available September 15th through May 18th. See Frontline Kids Webpage for Descriptions and find the best fit for your son/daughter.
This Week!
Are you ready for an adventure that combines faith, fun, and fantastic learning? We’re thrilled to announce the return of our beloved program: Coached by Christ! Every Thursday at 6:05pm, we’re diving headfirst into an incredible journey your kids won’t want to miss! This isn’t just any program—it’s a chance for your kiddos to dive deep into the wonders of the Bible, groove to worship beats with their buddies and leaders, and uncover more about the amazing love of the Lord! Picture this: your little ones beaming while mastering Bible verses, jamming in worship sessions, and building friendships that’ll last a lifetime!
Contact Joanna Gowdy with any questions.
Family Art Night
FBC family is invited to join the Frontline Kids Ministry team for Family Art Night. Wednesday, December 11. 6-8pm. Dinner is included. Please complete this form so that we can prepare everything for you and your family! The evening will include dinner, a family devotion and an art project. Please contact Amanda Marzean or Mandy Terrell with any questions.
Director of Frontline Kids
Frontline Kids Ministry Team
Gretchen Johnson: Coordinator of Children’s Worship K-3rd Gr;
Amanda Marzean: Coordinator of Children’s Worship 3yrs.– pre-K
Barb Gowdy: Interim coordinator of Kid’s Bible Classes
Mandy Terrell: Nursery Coordinator
Team Members: Lynn Thomas & Joanna Gowdy
visit Frontline Kids Webpage
FRONTLINE YOUTH
frontlinebible.com/fym
Coming Up…
2024 Fall Schedule:
11.24.24: Thanksgiving Break, NO YOUTH GROUP.
12.1.24: 6-8pm. Youth Group
12.8.24: 7-8pm. Men’s Worship Night. 6-8pm Girls Craft Night
12.15.24: 5-8pm. Youth Christmas Party
12.22.24: 6-7:30pm. Christmas Praise Service
Director of Youth Ministries
ENGAGE: YOUNG ADULTS MINISTRY @ FBC
Join us for Engage! We meet every other Wednesday from 7-9pm from September until May. Reach out to a leader for more information or visit frontlinebible.com/young-adults/ to find out more about upcoming fall events.
Join us every other Wednesday @ FBC September through May.
Invite a friend and ENGAGE!
2024 Fall Engage Schedule:
12.4.24: 6-8pm. FWM Ladies Christmas Tea @ FBC, 7-9pm Guy’s Night.
12.18.24: 7-9pm. Engage Christmas Party!
Director of Engage Young Adults
Find photos of ENGAGE Young Adult ministry on their webpage!
Contact Joseph Craesmeyer with any questions
FRONTLINE WOMEN
Women, are you looking for a place to connect & grow?
Frontline Women invite you to reach out to
someone on the leadership team (see the FWM webpage).
They would be glad to connect with you and walk with you as you grow.
Coming Up…
Celebrate the Christmas season with tea, appetizers, and dessert! You will be assigned a table that will be decorated and hosted by a woman from our congregation. We’ll have the opportunity to create a winter greenery arrangement to take home. Please use the sign up form to let us know you are coming!
Director of Women’s Ministries
Go to Frontline Women’s webpage for more details
FRONTLINE MEN
NEXT STEP Bible Studies for Men
- Wednesday Morning Men’s Bible Study @ FBC 7-9 AM, South Equipping Room. Join other guys as we study the book of Mark. This is a very informal, relaxed atmosphere for men of all levels of Bible knowledge.
Light breakfast is provided.
Men’s Worship Night
Come and join us for an exciting evening of worshipping our amazing God through song and word. Stay for a while and engage in some conversation. You are encouraged to bring someone who does not attend Frontline Bible Church. All ages of guys are welcome.
Director of Frontline Men
visit Frontline Men’s Webpage
FRONTLINE SENIORS
Coming Up…
Join us for our Traditional-Style service in the Worship Center of Frontline Bible Church! This style service is every third Wednesday of the month at 11am. There is a time of worship through hymns, a message from a guest Pastor followed by lunch and a time of fellowship. This service is open to the community, please bring a friend! If you have any questions please contact John Records.
Director of Frontline Seniors
visit Frontline Seniors’ Webpage
PRAY FOR ONE ANOTHER
What a privilege to pray for one another! Let’s be the CHURCH!
When prayer requests arrive in your email, take a moment to pause and pray for the needs. You will have an option to unsubscribe at your discretion. As always, email your requests & updates to: Dawn Orr & Beth Rustin at prayer@frontlinebible.com
STAY CONNECTED
Access the FBC Directory on the website. Text Sarah DeGraaf 509.760.8698 for the password to access the Directory. Updated 10/17/24.
FBC MERCH!
Allow three weeks for your order to be completed.
What a great way to begin a conversation with those on your front lines.
NEW ITEMS ADDED!
Polos, new ladies’ items, and even infant options! Frontline Kids apparel is now available too!
T-Shirts, Sweatshirts, jackets, even beanie hats.
THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING & SHARING!
Allow three weeks for your order to be completed.