This Week at In Focus
Sunday, September 7:  Special Guest Speaker, Gerrit Gustafson
Wednesday, September 10: iMPACT Student Ministries,
Kids Club, 7-8:30 p.m.

Mark Your Calendar
Sunday, September 14: Small Group Leaders Meeting, 5:00 p.m., Sunday Prayer, 6:00 p.m.
Thursday-Saturday, September 18-20: Worship Conference 2008, Reflect
Sunday, September 21: Membership Class, 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 28: Baptism & Baby Dedication Service, 6:00 p.m.
Friday-Saturday, October 17-18: Ladies Retreat, The Real Me

Worship Conference 2008, Reflect
Reflect is a two day conference filled with worship and teaching.  If you desire a better worship life, this is your conference.  Revitalize your worship and reflect the glory at Worship Conference 2008.  For more information and registration, visit www.infocusworship.com.

Membership Class
Our membership class will be Sunday, September 21, from 6-7:30 p.m.  If you believe God is leading you to take this step, join us as we share our mission, vision, and core values, as well as discuss various topics that will excite you about the present and future of In Focus.  Please sign up at the Information Center in the lobby.  Also, please purchase “The Purple Book” prior to class (available at the Resource Center in the gallery).

Baby Dedication
We will have a baptism service and baby dedication on Sunday, September 28, at 6:00 p.m.  If you desire to have your baby dedicated, please sign up at the Information Center in the lobby and be sure to pick up a Baby Dedication Info & FAQ sheet.  The deadline to receive baby pictures for the video is Sunday, September 14.

Ladies Retreat, The Real Me
On October 17-18, Friday and Saturday, we will host our first ladies retreat at Savannah Lakes Resort and Marina in McCormick, SC.  This will be a time of fun, fellowship, and growing together that you will not want to miss, so invite a friend and plan to attend.  For more information and registration, please visit the Information Center in the lobby. 

Children’s Security Check-In System
We are excited to announce the unveiling of our new security check-in system for the Children’s Wing.  Every child age birth through 8th grade will be checked in.  We ask that our regular attendees check in their children before 10:00 so our guests can check in their children at the release.  We realize it will take a little extra effort to arrive early enough to accomplish this, but we believe it will be well worth the effort to ensure the safety of our children.

In Focus Members Page / Online Directory
If you have not set up your In Focus user account, please log on to www.infocuschurch.org/members and follow the prompts. This is a wonderful tool the church is making available to you and we will be using this more and more as a church-wide resource.  If you would like to be in the online directory, log in to your account, click My Profile for the pull-down menu, click My Personal Preferences, check the box for Include My Family in the Family Directory, then click the Save button on the bottom right side of the page.

This Week at In Focus
Monday, September 1: Office Closed (Labor Day)
Wednesday, September 3, iMPACT Student Ministries & Kids Club,
7-8:30 p.m.

Mark Your Calendar
Sunday, September 14: Small Group Leaders meeting, 5:00 p.m., Sunday Prayer, 6:00 p.m.
Thursday-Saturday, September 18-20: Worship Conference 2008, Reflect
Sunday, September 21: Membership Class, 6:00 p.m.
Sunday, September 28: Baptism & Baby Dedication Service, 6:00 p.m.

Children’s Security Check-In System
We are excited to announce the unveiling of our new security check-in system for the Children’s Wing.  Every child age birth through 8th grade will be checked in.  We ask that our regular attendees check in their children before 10:00 so our guests can check in their children at the release.  We realize it will take a little extra effort to arrive early enough to accomplish this, but we believe it will be well worth the effort to ensure the safety of our children.

Worship Conference 2008, Reflect
Reflect is a two day conference filled with worship and teaching.  If you desire a better worship life, this is your conference.  Revitalize your worship and reflect the glory at Worship Conference 2008.  For more information and registration, visit www.infocusworship.com.

Membership Class
Our membership class will be Sunday, September 21, from 6-7:30 p.m.  If you believe God is leading you to take this step, join us as we share our mission, vision, and core values, as well as discuss various topics that will excite you about the present and future of In Focus.  Please sign up at the Information Center.  Also, please purchase “The Purple Book” prior to class (available at the Resource Center).

Baby Dedication
We will have a baptism service and baby dedication on Sunday, September 28, at 6:00 p.m.  If you desire to have your baby dedicated, please sign up at the Information Center in the lobby and be sure to pick up a Baby Dedication Info & FAQ sheet.  The deadline to receive baby pictures for the video is Sunday, September 14.

In Focus Members Page / Online Directory
If you have not set up your In Focus user account, please log on to www.infocuschurch.org/members and follow the prompts. This is a wonderful tool the church is making available to you and we will be using this more and more as a church-wide resource.  If you would like to be in the online directory, log in to your account, click on My Profile for the pull-down menu, click on My Personal Preferences, check the box for Include My Family in the Family Directory, then click the Save button on the bottom right side of the page.

This Week at In Focus
Sunday, August 24: Small Group Showcase
Wednesday, August 27: Baptism Class, 6:30 p.m.

Mark Your Calendar
Sunday, September 14: Small Group Leaders Meeting, 5:00 p.m., Sunday Prayer, 6:00 p.m.
Thursday-Saturday, September 18-20: Worship Conference 2008, Reflect
Sunday, September 21: Membership Class, 6-7:30 p.m.
Sunday, September 28: Baptism & Baby Dedication Service, 6:00 p.m.

Children’s Security Check-In System
We are excited to announce the unveiling of our new security check-in system for the Children’s Wing.  We will begin using it next Sunday, August 31.  Every child age birth through 8th grade will be checked in.  We ask that our regular attendees check in their children before 10:00, so our guests can check in their children at the release.  We realize it will take a little extra effort to arrive early enough to accomplish this, but we believe it will be well worth the effort to ensure the safety of our children.

Worship Conference 2008, Reflect
Reflect is a two day conference filled with worship and teaching.  If you desire a better worship life, this is your conference.  Revitalize your worship and reflect the glory at Worship Conference 2008.  For more information and registration, visit www.infocusworship.com.

KIDS Club Update
There will be no KIDS Club on August 27, but it will resume Wednesday, September 3.

Membership Class
Our membership class will be Sunday, September 21, from 6-7:30 p.m.  If you believe God is leading you to take this step, join us as we share our mission, vision, and core values, as well as discuss various topics that will excite you about the present and future of In Focus.  Please sign up at the Information Center.  Also, please purchase “The Purple Book” prior to class (available at the Resource Center).

Baptism Service & Baby Dedication
We will have a baptism service and baby dedication on Sunday, September 28, at 6:00 p.m.  If you desire to be baptized, we ask that you attend a baptism class on Wednesday, August 27, at 6:30 p.m.  More information and sign-up is available at the Information Center.  The deadline to sign up is Sunday, August 24.

In Focus Members Page
If you have not set up your In Focus user account, please log on to www.infocuschurch.org/members and follow the prompts. This is a wonderful tool the church is making available to you and we will be using this more and more as a church-wide resource. 

This Week at In Focus
Sunday, August 17:  Membership Class, 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 20:  Wednesday Worship: Coffee 6:30 p.m.,  Worship 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 21: The Gathering, 7:00 p.m.

Mark Your Calendar
Sunday, August 24: Small Group Showcase
Wednesday, August 27: Baptism Class, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday-Saturday, September 18-20: Worship Conference 2008, Reflect
Sunday, September 28: Baptism & Baby Dedication Service, 6:00 p.m.

Membership Class
Our membership class will be Sunday, August 17, from 6-7:30 p.m.  If you believe God is leading you to take this step, join us as we share our mission, vision, and core values, as well as discuss various topics that will excite you about the present and future of In Focus.  Please sign up at the Information Center.  Also, please purchase “The Purple Book” prior to class (available at the Resource Center).

Wednesday Worship
Join us on Wednesday evening, August 20, for Worship Wednesday!  Invite your family, friends, and neighbors to this evening of fellowship and corporate worship.  Coffee will be available at 6:30, a nursery for age three and under will open at 6:50, and worship begins at 7:00.

KIDS Club Dates
There will be no KIDS Club on August 20 and 27, and it will resume September 3.  Be sure to bring the whole family to Worship Wednesday on August 20 at 7:00 p.m.  (A nursery will be provided for age three and under.)

The Gathering
The Gathering, a 20’s-30’s singles ministry, meets the third Thursday of each month.  Please join us on Thursday, August 21, at 7:00 p.m. here at In Focus.  For more information, please visit the Information Center in the lobby.

Small Group Showcase
Small Groups are where continuous life change and growth occur, where you really get to live life together and discuss relevant issues.  We will kick off the new semester of our small groups with a Small Group Showcase immediately following the morning service next Sunday, August 24.  There is something for everyone, so get connected!

Baptism Service & Baby Dedication
We will have a baptism service and baby dedication on Sunday, September 28, at 6:00 p.m.  If you desire to be baptized, we ask that you attend a baptism class on Wednesday, August 27, at 6:30 p.m.  More information and sign-up is available at the Information Center.  The deadline to sign up is Sunday, August 24.

In Focus Members Page
If you have not set up your In Focus user account, please log on to www.infocuschurch.org/members and follow the prompts. This is a wonderful tool the church is making available to you and we will be using this more and more as a church-wide resource. 

This Week at In Focus
Sunday, August 10: Small Group Leaders Training, 2-6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 13, iMPACT Student Ministries, 7-8:30 p.m.
(No KIDS Club)

Mark Your Calendar
Sunday, August 17:  Membership Class, 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 20:  Wednesday Worship: Coffee 6:30 p.m.,  Worship 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 21: The Gathering, 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 24: Small Group Showcase
Wednesday, August 27: Baptism Class, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday-Saturday, September 18-20: Worship Conference 2008, Reflect
Sunday, September 28: Baptism & Baby Dedication Service, 6:00 p.m.

KIDS Club Dates
There will be no KIDS Club on August 13, 20, and 27, and it will resume September 3.  Be sure to bring the whole family to Worship Wednesday on August 20 at 7:00 p.m.  (A nursery will be provided for age three and under.)

Membership Class
Our next membership class will be Sunday, August 17, from 6-7:30 p.m.  If you believe God is leading you to take this step, join us as we share our mission, vision, and core values, as well as discuss various topics that will excite you about the present and future of In Focus.  Please sign up at the Information Center.  Also, please purchase “The Purple Book” prior to class (available at the Resource Center).

Wednesday Worship
Join us on Wednesday evening, August 20, for Worship Wednesday!  Invite your family, friends, and neighbors to this evening of fellowship and corporate worship.  Coffee will be available at 6:30, a nursery for age three and under will open at 6:50, and worship begins at 7:00.

The Gathering
The Gathering, a 20’s-30’s singles ministry, meets the third Thursday of each month.  Please join us on Thursday, August 21, at 7:00 p.m. here at In Focus.  For more information, please visit the Information Center in the lobby.

Baptism Service & Baby Dedication
We will have a baptism service and baby dedication on Sunday, September 28, at 6:00 p.m.  If you desire to be baptized, we ask that you attend a baptism class on Wednesday, August 27, at 6:30 p.m.  More information and sign-up is available at the Information Center.

In Focus Members Page
If you have not set up your In Focus user account, please log on to www.infocuschurch.org/members and follow the prompts. This is a wonderful tool the church is making available to you and we will be using this more and more as a church-wide resource. 

This Week at In Focus
Thursday, August 7: Church Office closed for LEAD Conference
Saturday, August 9: Compassion Outreach, 9:30 a.m.

Mark Your Calendar
Sunday, August 10: Small Group Leaders Training, 2-6:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 17:  Membership Class, 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 20:  Wednesday Worship: Coffee 6:30 p.m.,  Worship 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 21: The Gathering, 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 24: Small Group Showcase
Wednesday, August 27: Baptism Class, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday-Saturday, September 18-20: Worship Conference 2008, Reflect
Sunday, September 28: Baptism & Baby Dedication Service, 6:00 p.m.

August Compassion Outreach
Our August compassion outreach is led by the Coffee, Tea, & Encouragement small group.  We will meet at In Focus on Saturday, August 9, at 9:30 a.m., then go to gas stations where we will distribute $5 to people as an act of service to help them by a gallon of gas.  For more information, please see Dena Garrard.

Small Group Leaders Training
Small group leaders training will be held next Sunday, August 10, from 2-6:00 p.m.  If you desire to lead a small group or want to hear more about how to be released into small group ministry, please sign up at the Information Center or call the church office.

Membership Class
Our next membership class will be Sunday, August 17, from 6-7:30 p.m.  If you believe God is leading you to take this step, join us as we share our mission, vision, and core values, as well as discuss various topics that will excite you about the present and future of In Focus.  Please sign up at the Information Center.  Also, please purchase “The Purple Book” prior to class (available at the Resource Center).

Wednesday Worship
Join us on Wednesday evening, August 20, for Worship Wednesday!  Invite your family, friends, and neighbors to this evening of fellowship and corporate worship.  Coffee will be available at 6:30, a nursery for age three and under will open at 6:50, and worship begins at 7:00.

The Gathering
The Gathering, a 20’s-30’s singles ministry, meets the third Thursday of each month.  Please join us on Thursday, August 21, at 7:00 p.m. here at In Focus.  For more information, please visit the Information Center in the lobby.

Baptism Service & Baby Dedication
We will have a baptism service and baby dedication on Sunday, September 28, at 6:00 p.m.  If you desire to be baptized, we ask that you attend a baptism class on Wednesday, August 27, at 6:30 p.m.  More information and sign-up is available at the Information Center.

In Focus Members Page
If you have not set up your In Focus user account, please log on to www.infocuschurch.org/members and follow the prompts. This is a wonderful tool the church is making available to you and we will be using this more and more as a church-wide resource. 

This Week at In Focus
Tuesday, July 29: Singles Mission Team returns from South Africa 
Men’s Softball Game, 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, July 31: Ladies Pool Party / Covered Dish, 6-8:00 p.m. 
Men’s Softball Game, 8:15 p.m.

Mark Your Calendar
Thursday, August 7: Church Office closed for LEAD Conference
Saturday, August 9: Compassion Outreach, 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, August 10: Small Group Leaders Training, 2-6:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 24: Small Group Showcase
Wednesday, August 27:  Baptism Class, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday-Saturday, September 18-20: Worship Conference 2008, Reflect

South Africa Mission Teams
Please pray for our Singles Mission Team as they return from South Africa on Tuesday, July 29.

Ladies Pool Party / Covered Dish
All ladies (high school graduates and older) are invited to a pool party / covered dish at Windmill Plantation on Thursday, July 31, from 6-8:00 p.m.  Please sign up at the Information Center.

August Compassion Outreach
Our August compassion outreach is led by the Coffee, Tea, & Encouragement small group.  We will meet at In Focus on Saturday, August 9, at 9:30 a.m., then go to gas stations where we will distribute $5 to people as an act of service to help them by a gallon of gas.  For more information, please see Dena Garrard.

Small Group Leaders Training
Small group leaders training will be held on Sunday, August 10, from 2-6:00 p.m.  If you desire to lead a small group or want to hear more about how to be released into small group ministry, please sign up at the Information Center.

Men’s Softball
The men’s softball games are held at Patriot’s Park on Tuesday and Thursday nights.  Check the bulletin each week for dates and times. 

In Focus Members Page
If you have not set up your In Focus user account, please log on to www.infocuschurch.org/members and follow the prompts. This is a wonderful tool the church is making available to you and we will be using this more and more as a church-wide resource. 

WEEKLY NEWS

South Africa Mission Teams
Please pray for our Singles Mission Team as they minister in South Africa with the Thembalitsha Foundation and the local Every Nation church in Somerset West. The team returns July 28.

Ladies Pool Party / Covered Dish
All ladies (high school graduates and older) are invited to a pool party / covered dish at Windmill Plantation on Thursday, July 31, from 6-8:00 p.m. Please sign up at the Information Center and indicate what dish you will bring.

August Compassion Outreach
Our August compassion outreach is led by the Coffee, Tea, & Encouragement small group. We will meet at In Focus on Saturday morning, August 9, then go out to gas stations where we will distribute $5 to people as an act of service to help them buy a gallon of gas. For more information, please see Dena Garrard.

Small Group Leaders Training
Small group leaders training will be held of Sunday, August 10, from 2:00-6:00 p.m. If you desire to lead a small group or want to hear more about how to be released into small group ministry, please sign up at the Information Center.

This Week at In Focus

Wednesday, July 16
-iMPACT Youth Ministries, 7:00 p.m.
-Kids Club, 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, July 17
-The Gathering, 7:00 p.m.

July 18-28
-Singles South Africa Mission Trip

July 19
-Youth Mission Team returns from South Africa

 Mark Your Calendar

Sunday, July 20
-Small Group Leaders Meeting, 5:00 p.m.
-Sunday Night Prayer, 6:00 p.m.

Tuesday, July 22
-Men’s Softball Game, 8:15 p.m.

Thursday, July 24
-Men’s Softball Game, 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, August 9
-Compassion Outreach

Thursday-Saturday, September 18-20
-Worship Conference 2008, Reflect

The Gathering
We have a 20’s-30’s singles ministry called The Gathering that meets the third Thursday of each month.  Please join us this Thursday, July 17, at 7:00 p.m. here at In Focus.  For more information, please go to the Information Center in the lobby.

Men’s Softball
The men’s softball games will be held at Patriot’s Park during June and July on Tuesday and Thursday nights.  Check the bulletin each week for dates and times.  See you there!

In Focus Members Page
If you have not set up your In Focus user account, please log on to www.infocuschurch.org/members and follow the prompts. This is a wonderful tool the church is making available to you, and we will be using this more and more as a church-wide resource. 

This Week at In Focus
Wednesday, July 9:  iMPACT Youth Ministries, 7:00 p.m.
Kids Club, 7:00 p.m.

Mark Your Calendar
July 8-19:  Youth South Africa Mission Trip
Thursday, July 17:  The Gathering, 7:00 p.m.
July 18-28:  Singles South Africa Mission Trip
Sunday, July 20:  Small Group Leaders Meeting, 5:00 p.m.
Sunday Night Prayer, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, July 22:  Men’s Softball Game, 8:15 p.m.
Thursday, July 24:  Men’s Softball Game, 7:00 p.m.
Thursday-Saturday, September 18-20:  Worship Conference 2008, Reflect

Essentials / Resource Center
Invite a friend to our current series, “Essentials,” as we explore the absolute essentials of the Christian faith.  You may order CD’s of the praise and the teaching each week, or you may order the complete CD album of the “Essentials” messages.  Albums from previous series, books, T-shirts, cups, and other resources are also available at the Resource Center in the lobby.  Our highlighted book of the month, The Faith, by Charles Colson, is an excellent book about the basics of Christianity, which parallels our current teaching series.

South Africa Mission Teams
Please pray for our two mission teams as they prepare to travel to South Africa to minister with the Thembalitsha Foundation and the local Every Nation church in Somerset West.  The youth team will go July 8-19, and the singles team from July 18-28.

Men’s Softball
The men’s softball games will be held at Patriot’s Park during June and July on Tuesday and Thursday nights.  Check the In Focus Weekly Announcements each week for dates and times.  See you there!

In Focus Members Page
If you have not set up your In Focus user account, please log onto www.infocuschurch.org/members and follow the prompts.  This is a wonderful tool the church is making available to you and we will be using this more and more as a church-wide resource.