Upcoming Chapel Events
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General
Monday, April 23, 7:00 pm
This time is set aside before our Annual Business Meeting to answer any questions regarding our 2018-2019 budget.
Annual Business Meeting
Sunday, May 6, 6:00 pm
If you are a member of The Chapel, please plan to attend. However, this meeting is open for anyone to attend. We will be affirming new elders, electing nominating committee members, and voting on our 2018-2019 budget. Childcare for all preschool and elementary-aged children will be provided by your advanced request. Deadline to sign up for childcare is April 29. Click here to sign up for childcare.
Wednesday, May 2, 6:00-8:00 pm
We're looking for responsible adults to drive around awesome (but sometimes noisy) pre-teens to fast food restaurants. Drivers must be 21, have a valid driver's license and great auto insurance. Click here to sign up.
Tuesday, May 8, 6:30-8:30 pm
Sunday, May 20, 12:15-2:15 pm (pizza included)
Sunday, June 10, 9:00 & 10:35 am during ABF "Hot Topics" (no registration required)
Evangelist Aaron Krause will hold three training sessions to equip you to share your faith effectively with others. Learn more and register.
- The High School Graduates’ Open House Insert will be published on May 13 and May 20. If you would like your graduate’s open house information included in this flyer, please submit it to Jana at jdunsbergen@thechapel-efc.org (include "Open House" as the subject) or in the office. Please be sure to include the date, time, location, and any parking instructions. Information due by May 2.
- The High School Graduates’ Pictorial Insert will be published on June 3. Please submit a wallet-size photo of your graduate by May 14 to Jana and be sure to include your student’s name and high school on the back of the picture. If emailing, include “High School Graduate” in the subject line.
- College Graduates - If your student will be graduating from college this Spring, we would like to recognize them on June 3. Please submit your graduate’s name, college, and degree achieved to Jana at jdunsbergen@thechapel-efc.org and include“College Graduate” in the subject line by May 14.
Sunday, May 13, both hours
If you would like to have your child dedicated to the Lord, contact the church office at 269-429-1041 or click here to sign up.
Item Drop Off (in the MPR): May 13-15, 12:00-8:00 pm
Come Shop: May 17, 9:00 am-6:00 pm, May 18, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, & May 19, 9:00 am-12:00 pm
Help support our teens as they raise funds to travel to the EFCA Challenge Conference this summer. We are accepting gently used items (no stained or torn clothing, mattresses, or tube televisions) May 13-15.
Big House starts in June and is an opportunity for us to give our regular Sunday school teachers the summer off. Please consider helping. All materials are provided. We are looking for volunteers to help once per month... that's just three Sundays this summer. Learn more and sign up.
March 11-22, 2019
Pastor Phil is planning The Chapel's fourth trip to the Holy Land. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity. Learn more.
Connect with Us
Saturday, May 19, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
If you are new to The Chapel and would like to get to know us better, we encourage you to attend. This is a relaxed time to get to know the staff and learn more about what we believe. Childcare is available with advanced registration. Learn more and sign up to attend.
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Missions
Sunday, May 6, both hours
Mission Minded Sunday gives us all an opportunity to learn about new and existing ministries within The Chapel, our community, and our world. ABFs will be participating together on this Sunday in order to give everyone an opportunity to learn about these ministries. All adults are encouraged to come during the hour opposite of their usual worship time. Learn more.
May 15 - June 14
Join with Christians around the world in praying for the Muslim world each day of Ramadan. "30 Days of Prayer for the Muslim World" is a booklet that will teach you about the Islamic faith and guide you to pray effectively for different people groups, places or issues related to Islam each day of the month. A "Just for Kids" version is available to help make this a family activity! Copies of the adult and the kids versions of the prayer booklet are available free at the Missions kiosk.
October 12-21 (approx.)
Word of Life Hungary (WOLH) runs a Bible Institute which attracts students from about 17 different countries and operates evangelistic summer camps that see many Hungarian youth place their faith in Jesus Christ each year. We plan to send 4-8 people to perform light carpentry, painting and other repair and renovation work on WOLH’s aging dormitories. Application deadline is June 3. Learn more.
Women's Ministry
Friday, April 27, 7:00-9:00 pm
Widow to Widow and Single Purpose are joining together for a fun Game Night! Come enjoy a variety of games or bring a game to share. Meet us at Ann Wilkinson’s home. Bring a snack or drink to share and a game. Questions? Contact Sue Lachman at suelachman@me.com.
Saturday, April 28, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Join women from around the world for this inspiring, one-day simulcast that focuses on the power of prayer and learning to study God's Word for yourself. Cost is $20 per person through April 15, $30 after (includes lunch and snacks). Learn more and register.
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00 pm, May 9 - June 13
Modern day Christians often hear and understand the promises of God each Sunday morning at church, but then rarely choose to experience them in everyday life. In One in a Million, Bible teacher Priscilla Shirer invites us to change that pattern for good, living beyond our circumstances and expecting to see God move in miraculous ways day after day. Childcare provided up to age 5 (suggested donation of $3 per child per evening). Learn more and register.
Senior Ministry
Thursday, May 10, 10:00-11:30 am
We will continue our study of the second part of Paul’s Epistle to the Ephesians.
College Age Ministry
Sunday at 9:00 am in the Student Ministries Room
Fusion is a gathering for both high school and college students where we will have donuts and coffee while learning what it is to fuse God’s Word with your life. Whether you're home from college, attending local college, or working in the area, this class is for you! See you there!
High School Ministry
Sunday at 9:00 am in the Student Ministries Room
Fusion is a gathering for both high school and college students where we will have donuts and coffee while learning what it is to fuse God’s Word with your life. See you there!
Sundays, 6:00-8:00 pm
Ignite is for those students who want to go deeper into their faith and work at applying God’s truths to their lives. We do this with small groups, cool activities, good food, times of music worship (that means singing), and great times of building strong friendships. Come check it out!
Sundays at 9:00 am in Room 135/132
Middle school students are making choices for life! At The Chapel, we use the The Gospel Projet curriculum put out by Group Publishing which does a great job helping your middle school students make real-life choices as they face life's big adventure. Learn more.
Wednesdays, 6:00-8:00 pm
Middle Schoolers are invited every Wednesday during the school year to Edge! Come experience and know God and truth... and have a great time doing it with awesome worship, fun games, friends, and food. Check it out!
Wednesday, May 2, 6:00-8:00 pm
It's time to eat your way to victory! Grab your friends and meet us for this fun, fast-paced game. Cost is $5 to participate. Learn more.
Children's Ministry
God wants us to show friendship and love to one another. The Holy Spirit changes the way we think and live so we can love one another as God has loved us.
Sundays, 12:00-1:00 pm and Mondays and/or Thursdays, 9:00 am - 2:30 pm
All Chapel families are welcome to come and to invite their friends to our open play groups. Grab a cup of coffee, a snack, and your kids and meet in Park Place. Enjoy adult conversation and fellowship in a safe, clean environment while your kids make new friends and learn through free play. Children must be supervised by parents/guardian with a limit of 20 children on the play structure at one time and children must wear socks. Looking forward to all the fun!
Wednesday, April 25, 7:00 pm
It's time to celebrate all the kids have learned this year! Families are invited to attend. Please note the start time.
July 9-13, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
It’s time to gear up for the big game! So grab your megaphones, lace up your cleats, and tune up your horn. It’s go time! As kids get ready for the big game, they will learn that the goal is not competing in their own strength because God has already equipped them with everything they need! Chapel VBS is for kids entering K-5th grade and is free. Register HERE.
Volunteers
We need you!
You can be used by God to draw kids closer to Jesus through VBS! We’re looking for adults and teens to share God’s truth and love and need about 100 committed role models to help with this life changing ministry. You won’t want to miss out on all the fun. There’s a position for everyone! Learn more.
August 6-10, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Register today!
Get ready for another great week at The Chapel! Day Camp is five days of SpringHill fun for kids who have completed Kindergarten-5th grade. Camp includes small group Bible teaching, high-energy large group sessions, and engaging activities including: archery, bungee trampoline, camp songs, climbing wall, tie dye t-shirts, and so much more! Learn more.
The Chapel is a growing church made up of individuals and families like you, who care for and support one another with the love of Jesus Christ. We are committed to teaching God's truth and applying it in our daily lives. We offer many ministries for children, students and adults, as well as two services each Sunday morning, which we'd love to have you attend. We hope that you will find The Chapel your place to belong.
Contact Us
St. Joseph, MI 49085
Phone: 269-429-1041
Fax: 269-429-2002
Email: info@thechapel-efc.org
Office Hours:
M-F 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
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