Thursday, February 23, 2012

February 19, 2012

Seeing the Light - This week we looked at Jesus' encounter with the blind man in John 9: 1-38.

Next week we will discuss Luke 8:40-48

Prayer Requests:
* Dominican Republic team
* Paula Brandner - praise for healing
* friend of Doug - going through a tough time
* Brian Anderberg - started chemo this week

Sunday, February 12, 2012

February 12, 2012

Anyone up for some demon pork today? Wondering what I'm talking about? Me too... :) Read Mark 5:1-20 to find out.

This week...
We discussed Jesus's encounter with the demon posessed man in Mark 5:1-20..

Next week...
Seeing the Light - John 9:1-38. The lessons are not dependent on one another, so please come if you can! There is so much too learn!

Things to know about...
Couple's Retreat
~ There is only 1 spot left for the Couple's Retreat scheduled for March 23, 24, 25. $60 will cover meals and a donation to the sanctuary. Please email Blake Waddell at bwaddell@wpbpepsi.com if you are interested. If you were hoping to go, but the date didn't work or something, please let Blake know your interested, so we can plan another one in the future!

Casting Crowns Concert - Friday, April 20, 2012
~ If you purchased your tickets through Amy Storm, please talk to her to get settled and get your tickets.
~ If you are planning to go to the concert, Amy reserved a room at Bracco's for ANYONE interested to meet in Sioux Falls for dinner before the concert. It will be ready at 4:30pm on that Friday. For details, please contact Amy (thestorms@santel.net).

Prayer Requests...
~ The Dominican Republic Team who is leaving on Saturday
~ Paula Brandner - healing and recovery
~ Praise for the Mitchell Christian Auction
~ Brian Anderberg

Sunday, February 5, 2012

February 5, 2012

Happy Super Bowl Sunday or Cheese Dip Day or whatever it is to you!!

Today...
We discussed Jesus's encounter with Peter in John 21:1-19. There is a lot to dig into these scriptures and some home study questions...

Q1: Do you think Peter just enjoys fishing, or is this a step back to his old career and way of life before he became a follower of Jesus? How do you come to this conclusion? Does Luke 5:1-11 weigh into your answer?
Q2: If a close friend abandoned you, how would you respond to this sort of less-than-total commitment later? What does Peter discover about Jesus through Jesus' response to him (v15)?
Q3: How would you honestly answer Jesus' three questions? What would Jesus say to you in response?

Prayer Point: Seek Jesus' forgiveness for any failure. Thank Him that He responds to you with grace and love.

Next week....
Set Free: Mark 5:1-20
The discussions are independent of one another, so please come if you can?

Things to know about...
~ Couple Retreat currently scheduled for March 23, 24, 25.


  • $60 per couple -includes food and donation - 50% due up front for groceries

  • Limited space available

  • Please contact Blake Waddell (bwaddell@wpbpepsi.com) if interested and with any questions

  • Sign-up email will be sent
Prayer Requests...
~ Cale - Amy G's relative who shot his foot
~ Eunice - healing and comfort
~ The Walz's and their nephews and her brother Aaron's family
~ Blake - Shoulder

Monday, January 30, 2012

January 29th, 2012

Praise God and Congratulations on the baptisms on Sunday!

This week...
This week, we discussed the woman searching for forgiveness who wept on Jesus's feet, wiped them with her hair and dumped perfume on them (Luke 7:36-50).

Home study: Based on the example of this woman, how can you demonstrate your tratitude to Jesus for forgiving you?

Next week....
Facing Failure: John 21:1-19

We have been going through an "Encountering Jesus" series of discussion. The topics are independent of one another, so please come if you can.

Prayer Requests...
~ Our Youth Group and Mike
~ Jarrid DeBoer - traveling this week
~ Taylor & Claire - the loss of their mom
~ Baptizms - Allen, Jared, Jason, Amy, Thalen, Joan
~ Dave & Steph - working to sell their house

Things to know about...
Northridge Baptist church is on Facebook... Check it out! http://www.facebook.com/NorthridgeBaptistChurchMitchell

Our website has been updated to show the "Tweets" of Pastor Ben and Pastor Paul. Check it out to see what they are up to. www.northridgemitchell.org

FX Night is this Wednesday, so all parents need to come with your children. Don't forget to bring your non-perishable food items for the Salvation Army.

If you are interested in doing some deeper study and building some new relationships, please contact Pastor Paul about Small Groups.

Couples Retreat is currently scheduled for March 23, 24, 25. More details on how to sign up coming soon...

Have a great week,
Fredel

Sunday, January 22, 2012

January 22nd, 2012

This week...
Discussed Jesus's encounter with the woman at the Mount of Olives in John 8:1-11.

Home Study: Honestly examining our lives before God is never easy. Carve out some time this week to think through your actions, attitudes, and thought patterns. You might want to read Psalm 51 prayerfully as you begin.

Next week...
Finding Forgiveness - Luke 7:36-50. The discussions are not dependent upon one another so come when you can!

Things to know about...
Fun Family Saturday Night
Who: The whole family
What: Pizza (5pm-6pm) and Bowling (6pm-7:30 or 8) with childcare for the bowling portion of the evening
When: Saturday, January 28th at 5pm, then the adults will leave at around 6 for some bowling and back to pick up the children between 7:30 and 8.
Where: Church then Bowling Alley
Why: Why not? Even if you hate bowling there is bound to be someone cool to hang out with!

Please RSVP by emailing fredel@santel.net by Thursday, January 26th if you will be coming. Everyone will then just chip in for pizza and the sitter, bowling will be on your own.

Prayer Requests...
~ Dave's family and friends
~ Lepke family
~ John safe travels and Renee and the kids while he is gone.

Sunday, January 15, 2012

January 15th, 2012

Not sure about you, but I feel "more smarter" knowing more about the context of the famous verse of John 3:16. :)

Today...
In our series of "Encountering Jesus", we talked about Jesus's encounter with Nicodemus (John 3:1-21).

Further Study...
In light of verse 14, read Numbers 21: 4-9. How does that story illustrate our spiritual need and what Jesus came to do?

Next week...
Caught in the Act. John 8:1-11. The discussions are independent of one another, so please come when you can!

Things to know about...
~ Friday, January 20th from 5 to 9pm - fund raiser for Brian Anderberg at Mitchell Christian. Pork Feed, music, raffles, etc.

~ Fun Family Saturday Night
Who: The whole family
What: Pizza (5pm-6pm) and Bowling (6pm-7:30 or 8) with childcare for the bowling portion of the evening
When: Saturday, January 28th at 5pm, then the adults will leave at around 6 for some bowling and back to pick up the children between 7:30 and 8.
Where: Church then Bowling Alley
Why: Why not? Even if you hate bowling there is bound to be someone cool to hang out with!

Please RSVP by emailing fredel@santel.net by Thursday, January 26th if you will be coming. Everyone will then just chip in for pizza and the sitter, bowling will be on your own.

~ Get your Casting Crowns concert tickets online for April 20th concert in Sioux Falls.

Prayer Requests...
~ Amy Lepke's mom has breast cancer
~ Brian Anderberg cancer

Have a wonderful day!

Fredel

Monday, January 9, 2012

January 8th, 2012

Hello all...

Don't know about you , but there is something nice about getting back to regular schedules after all that holiday food and fun!

This Week...
We are starting a new series of discussions called "Encountering Jesus". The discussions do not depend on one another, so please come when you can.

The first encounter that we discussed was the woman by the well (John 4:1-30).

It never ceases to amaze me the things the Lord reveals as we dig into His word.

Next Week...
Searching for Truth: The story of Nicodemus (John 3:1-21)

Events...
Family Fun Saturday Night


  • Who: The whole family

  • What: Pizza (5pm-6pm) and Bowling with childcare for the bowling portion of the evening

  • When: Saturday, January 28th at 5pm, then the adults will leave at around 6 for some bowling and back to pick up the children between 7:30 and 8.

  • Where: Church then Bowling Alley

  • Why: Why not? Even if you hate bowling there is bound to be someone cool to hang out with!
Brian Anderberg Fundraiser


  • Who: The whole family

  • What: Pork feed, music, and fellowship

  • When: Friday, January 20th from 5 to 9

  • Where: Mitchell Christian School

  • Why: Come together for Brian who has cancer
Prayer Requests...
~ Brian Anderberg and his family dealing with cancer

Have a great week!

Fredel