Shawnee Alliance SnapShot SEPTEMBER 14 - Edition 42

Join Community

Showing up to church on Sunday mornings is important for our transformation... but it can't stop there. Monday through Saturday matter, too. Just as in high school, people are gathered in classes to learn and grow and then move on to the next thing. We gather together to learn and grow together, and then to ask each other What are you called to? We are called to be scattered, to go two by two, maybe group by group, into Lima, Wapak, Spencerville, and whatever community you're a part of. And we don't go alone, we go with each other, and we carry the power of the Holy Spirit with us. Today, together, let's make that choice. We don't just go where we're comfortable, but we go where we're called. What can we as the church do that blesses our community?

Life Transformation happens through discipleship, serving, and making connections with others. Below are some opportunities to join community throughout the week and month!

YouVersion Bible App

Join our church family on YouVersion! Download the app below and search for Shawnee Alliance, set as your home church, and connect with others through our weekly devotionals.

As we walk through each week, watch for updates on social media and in the YouVersion app for new plans! Join in our newest plan below:

Connect with others! Join a Group!

For more details, please see below or visit shawneealliance.com/groups. If you are interested in leading or hosting a small group, please contact Pastor Brian at brian@shawneealliance.com.

New & Updated Groups

Moms in Prayer

Moms and grandmoms of all ages are welcome to join us Friday mornings during the school year at 8:30am in East Campus Room A. Your child can be of any age or situation, just come with a desire to join other moms in prayer for them. Come whenever you'd like; each week will stand on its own.

"Holy Habits" Sunday Morning Bible Study

What do you think of when you hear the term “holy habits”? Depending on your background and personality you may be excited or a little anxious when you think about holy habits, or spiritual disciplines. Holy habits, however, are not as complicated or rigid as you may think. Holy Habits are intentional, Jesus-centered rhythms and decisions, empowered by the Spirit, that showcase our allegiance to God, His church, and His mission of reconciliation. As royal priests, we practice these holy habits so that we can display to the world who Jesus is. Also, it’s not through our own strength that we practice these habits, but through the Holy Spirit’s. Holy Habits meets Sundays, Sept. 10 - Oct. 1, from 10:45am-12pm in East Campus Rooms B-C and is facilitated by Brad Reeder.

StoryTellers

StoryTellers is a dance/puppet/drama group open to boys and girls ages 8-18. We lead worship and story time in the Kids Ministry, as well as use liturgical dance for worship in the larger congregation for special occasions. We practice on Sundays 12:30-3pm (except the first Sunday of the month) beginning September 10 in the East Campus Hopeshakers Youth Room. If you have any questions, please contact Abby Calderwood at abbycalderwood@yahoo.com.

SonRise Seekers Women's Bible Study

We will be starting a new study September 26 called Seeking Him: Experiencing the Joy of Personal Revival by Nancy Leigh DeMoss Wolgemuth and Tim Grissom. We have a study book and will be listening to the lesson on video. Women are invited to join us on Tuesday mornings at 6:30am in East Campus Rooms B-C.

High School Girls Small Group

Ladies in grades 8th - 12th grades, please join us for our fall session of High School Girls Small Group! We meet Sundays from 5-6pm in East Campus Room A from Octobfer 8-December 17. We will go through the Bible Study "Redefined". This six-week study is a look at what the Bible says on this new identity. We want to walk you through Scripture and promises from God that will redefine your identity and give you a new understanding of what it means to live as a daughter of Christ who knows whose she is and who she is.

Stamps Ministry

We enjoy conversation and prayer together as we trim and categorize stamps as a fundraiser for our missions efforts. Coffee and snacks are provided. We meet September-May on the 2nd Sat. of each month from 9am-12pm in East Campus Room C. (Join us next on October 14!)

HopeShakers Middle School Youth Group

Beginning Oct. 1, students in grades 5-8 will have the choice of attending at 9:30 or 11am each Sunday to accommodate the growth in this ministry! Our Middle School Youth Group discusses life and Jesus in a fun, understandable way and also meets on Wednesdays from 6:30-8pm until Nov. 15.

Wednesday Night Groups

Join us on Wednesdays from 6:30-8pm beginning August 30 for groups for Adults, Kids & Youth! High schoolers are encouraged to attend adult groups or volunteer in Kids & Youth Ministries or Worship & Tech Team. Whether you’re new to Shawnee Alliance or have been here a long time, getting involved in a group is a great way to join community and deepen your faith! Click on a specific group to learn more:

• Women (and Men) of the Word - East Campus Sanctuary
• Living by the Book - Avenue56 Room F
• Bible Institute - Rooms B-C
• "Iron Sharpens Iron" Men's Group - Boy Scout Room L
• Divorce Care - Conference Room H
• Grief Share - Hopeshakers Youth Room D (Thursdays are also available)
• Ruthless Elimination of Hurry - Room A (begins Sept 27)

Interested in Volunteering during Wednesday Activity Nights? Click below!

• Volunteer in Kids & Youth Ministry!
• Volunteer in Worship & Tech Team!
• Other volunteer opportunities

Ongoing Weekly Groups

• Sunday Partners in Prayer Team - Sunday during 9:30 or 11:00am services
• Life in the Spirit - Sundays from 9:30-10:45am
• "Holy Habits" Bible Study - Sundays from 10:45am-noon, Sept. 10-Oct. 1
• Pickleball - Sundays from 3-6pm
• Aerobic Walking Exercise Class - Monday-Friday from 8-9am
• Retired Men's Prayer Group - Mondays from 9-10:30am
• SonRise Seekers Women's Bible Study - Tuesdays from 6:30-8am
• Gingersnaps - Tuesdays from 9-11am
• Tuesday Open Gym Volleyball - Tuesdays from 6-10pm
• Moms in Prayer - Fridays until June 7 from 8:30-9:30am
• Stamp Ministry - 2nd Saturdays September-May from 9am-12pm

Ongoing Monthly Groups

• Sunday Partners in Prayer Team - Sundays at 8:20am or 8:45am
• Keenagers - 2nd Tuesdays at 11:30am
• Sewing Group - meets 2nd & 4th Mondays from 9am-2pm

Don't see a group you'd like to attend? Contact Pastor Brian at brian@shawneealliance.com if you're interested in leading your own!

Missions Update

Here at Shawnee Alliance, we have multiple opportunities to support missions. We strive to build HIS kingdom here, and we won’t stop until the job is done!

God doesn't call the equipped. He equips the called.

If you have any questions about Missions, please contact Jessica at missions@shawneealliance.com

Prayer

In this season of going back to school and activities, let's take the time to pause and connect to our source of life, Father God.

"Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known." Jeremiah 33:3

"This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us—whatever we ask—we know that we have what we asked of him." 1 John 5:14-15

"Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

As we lift up students and teachers in prayer this new school year, here are some topics to guide your prayer time:

• Godly friendships
• Wisdom and understanding while learning at school
• Respectful relationships with teachers and other faculty
• Healthy relationships with classmates and other students
• Peace during stressful times like tests and quizzes
• Feeling God’s presence during school and the courage to share that relationship with those around them

Upcoming Events

Keenagers Luncheon - September 12 at 11:30am

Pastor's Dessert - September 17 at 6:30pm (register by September 10)

Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen - Volunteer Thursday - September 21 at 11am

5th Quarter - September 22 following the Shawnee Home Football Game

Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen Volunteer Tuesday - September 26 at 11am

5th Quarter - October 6 following the Shawnee Home Football Game

High School Girls Small Group - Sundays beginning Oct. 6 from 5-6pm in Room A

Young Adults Conference - Oct. 13-14 (register by Sept. 22)

Stamp Trimming - October 14 at 9am in East Campus, Rooms B & C

Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen - Volunteer Thursday - October 19 at 11am

Congregational Meeting - October 22 at 6:30pm in the East Campus Sanctuary

Our Daily Bread Soup Kitchen Volunteer Tuesday - October 24 at 11am

Trunk-N-Treat - October 25 at 6:30pm

Connected Women Tea - November 10 from 6-8pm in the Activity Center

Child Dedication - November 12 at 9:30 & 11am church services (register by October 29)

Community Events

Faith Christian Church is hosting an informational "End of Life Planning" series. Sessions are on September 21, October 19, and November 16, at 2223 Shawnee Rd. A free light dinner will be served at 6:30pm with the program starting at 7pm on each date. Please click below or call 419-229-4136 for more information about these helpful planning tools.