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ESL (English as a Second Language) - Begins
January 4
Open to everyone—7:00 p.m.—Family Life Center Rooms 206, 208, 207/209, 210 &
216
Arapaho Road ministers to the internationals of our community by teaching English
conversation, grammar, and pronunciation. No cost. Facilitated by Sandi Whisenant, Christy McNeil,
David & Niki Fay, Bill & Lorei Goff, and Kathy Serrago. Learn more about our English
as a Second Language classes. January 4 - May 23.
 Celebration
Choir - Begins January 4
Open to any interested singers—7:00 p.m.—Worship Center Choir Room
Time is spent in preparation to help lead worship by singing with the church
choir during the 10:45 a.m. worship service on Sunday mornings, during seasonal
events, and at special performances. Facilitated by Mike Motley.
 Honor
Begins at Home - Begins
January 4
Men’s Study—7:00 p.m.—Family Life Center Room 202
Based on the recently released movie Courageous, this
eight-week study takes individuals deeper into the biblical truths
for a Godly family, exploring topics such as redeeming your history,
walking with integrity, winning and blessing the hearts of your
children and more. Sessions use movie clips to engage people in
discussion and daily readings help you connect with God and His best
plan for your family. Study guide is $8. Facilitated by Charley
Conway.
 The
Sacred Marriage -
Begins January 4
Open to everyone—7:00 p.m.—Family Life Center Room 203-205
What if God designed marriage to make us holy more than happy? Learn
how God can use marriage as a discipline and motivation to love Him
more and reflect more of the character of His Son. Study guide is
$10. Facilitated by Tom King.
 The
Five Love Languages -
Begins January 4
Open to everyone—7:00 p.m.—Family Life Center Room 215-217
In The Five Love Languages, New York Times bestselling
author Dr. Gary Chapman guides couples in identifying,
understanding, and speaking their spouse's primary love language.
Study guide is $13. Facilitated by Dr. & Mrs. Gary Clark.
Jesus in the First Person -
Begins January 4
Open to everyone—7:00 p.m.—Family Life Center Room 219-220
This six-week study tracks the steps of Jesus as He meets the needs
of the most unlikely people. No cost. Facilitated by Bill Sword.
 GriefShare - Begins January 4
Open to everyone—6:30 p.m.—Family Life Center Room 211-212
GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk
alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You
don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. You’ll gain
access to valuable GriefShare resources to help you recover from
your loss and look forward to rebuilding your life. Runs for 13
weeks. Study guide is $15. Facilitated by Betty Hyde.
 Growing
Up in Christ (in-depth study of the
book of James) Begins
January 4
Open to Everyone—7:00 p.m.—Family Life Center Room 204
The powerful message of James’ letter to the church is as relevant
today as when he originally wrote it—though it is still as
challenging to hear. Many of our problems in life stem from our own
spiritual immaturity. However, our spiritual life doesn’t end there;
God has more planned for us. He wants us to grow up, not just grow
old. Study guide is $9. Facilitated by Kyle Karlin and Wanda
Caplinger.
 PETRA
Life - Begins January 4
Open to all middle and high school students—6:00 p.m.—Student Building
PETRA Life on Wednesday nights begins when the PETRA Café in the Student
Building opens at 6:00 p.m. Students may arrive anytime after 6:00 p.m. and hang out
in the café. Drinks and snacks are available for purchase and games are
available to play as well. Petra Life Worship will begin about 6:30 p.m. This is a time of worship that includes a student band
playing original songs and leading in worship, group skits and games, as well as
a time of preaching from our Minister to Students. Facilitated by Josh Earls.
Ongoing. Find out more about
PETRA Life.
Children's programs -
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. - Begins January
4
Childcare (Babies—one Year)
Children’s Building Room 407 Childcare is provided for babies—1 year
on Wednesday nights.
Growing with God (Children ages two - three)
Children’s Building Room 408
Your child will have a BLAST learning FUN upbeat songs, doing fun
activities, games, and puzzles as they GROW closer to God!
Growing with God (Children ages four - kindergarten)
Children’s Building Room 404 Your child will have a BLAST learning
FUN upbeat songs, doing fun activities, games, and puzzles as they
GROW closer to God!
Arapaho Road Kid’s Time (first - fifth grade)
Children’s Building Room 400/414
Explore the MIGHTY LOVE of God together through stories, missions,
plus fun activities and games!
PLEASE NOTE: Children are dropped off
in Room 400 at 6:30 p.m. for games and end in Room 414 at 8:00 p.m. Other
Groups
Starting
Points church membership class
Open to all church members (especially new
members) and those considering church membership
9:00 a.m. OR 10:45 a.m. on certain Sunday
mornings
Starting Points is designed to help educate those who are new
church members, those considering church membership, or
long-time members who would like a refresher course on who we
are as a church, and what we believe. This three-week class will
outline all you ever wanted to know about our history, purpose,
structure, beliefs, membership, baptism, communion and missions
affiliations. Most importantly, you will learn where and how you
can become involved to help us fulfill our vision to reach our
community for Christ. Participants will also receive a
comprehensive membership handbook that will be a helpful tool
for use in integrating your family into this dynamic fellowship.
Designed for you to participate during your Bible Fellowship
hour for three weeks. Facilitated by Bill Sword. Next class
offered January 15, 22, 29. Sign up ahead of time by contacting
the church office 972-495-2223.
New Believer’s Class for
children
We are committed to help your child learn about God’s love and
knowing Jesus as his/her personal Savior. If your child has
questions about accepting Christ and you would like to be
assured of his/her decision, we offer the New Believer’s class
which is taught on Sunday mornings or Wednesday evenings.
Contact Lisa for more details.
Parent Commitment/Child
Dedication
Parent Commitment/Child Dedication is a time to introduce your
child to the church family and have a time of commitment and
dedication to the Lord. By doing this we are honoring God’s plan
and purpose to work together in raising children to know God
through prayer and teaching so they can grow in their personal
relationship to God, learn to serve others, as well as share
their faith. This special commitment can be held during any of
the morning worship services.
Arapaho Road Drama Ministry
If you enjoyed "The Christmas Movie" during the Christmas season
and would be interested in participating in the Arapaho Road
Drama Ministry, please contact Mike Motley at
michael@arbcgarland.com.
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Precept Bible Study - Begins January 10, 2012
Daniel:
Lives of Integrity, Words of Prophecy - Begins
January 4