Upcoming Chapel Events
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General
Sundays this summer
Join us as we explore how to approach difficult topics from a Christian perspective. You'll be informed, equipped, and challenged to address these areas biblically, theologically, and practically. Each ABF will begin in their respective rooms, then combine for the teaching time. No need to sign up. All adults are welcome, so please join us! Check the schedule.
Sunday, August 13, 9:00 & 10:35 am - and - 6:00 pm
Dr. Jeremy Norwood, Associate Professor at Spring Arbor University, will present two different talks: “God, Justice, and Human Trafficking” focusing on what the Bible says about justice and our response to it as Christians, and “Human Trafficking: A Community Discussion and Response” uncovering what human trafficking looks like and how we can work together to combat it. Everyone is invited. Learn more.
Sunday, August 20
Instruction Classes: Thursday, August 3 or Wednesday, August 9, 7:00-9:00 pm
Join us for a wonderful day as we celebrate with those who have chosen to follow our Lord's example through water baptism. We will enjoy a morning of worship and testimonies at 9:00 and 10:35 am and then have the baptisms at Jean Klock Park at 2:00 pm. If you would like to be baptized, please talk with one of our pastors, or email Pastor Phil Bubar. Learn more about baptism at The Chapel and sign up for an Instruction Class.
Did you know that you can now give online to support The Chapel? Our new online community, My Place, gives you an easy and convenient way to give anywhere, anytime. You can give a one-time gift with a debit or credit card (no My Place login required), or set up a repeating gift with your checking account, debit, or credit card (My Place login required). There is no charge to you to use this secure service. You can also continue to give by cash or check in the offering on Sundays, mail a check directly to The Chapel, or via online bill payment through your bank. Visit our new "Give" webpage for all the details.
Tuesdays, 6:30-9:00 pm, August 8, 15, & 22
So as a chef prepares a great meal, a teacher prepares a great lesson! Come learn the important steps of planning, preparing, and presenting a great Bible lesson. Rookie, veteran, and aspiring teachers are all encouraged to attend. Learn more and sign up.
Connect with Us
Sunday, August 13, 12:15 pm in Room 153
If you're new to The Chapel, we invite you to our Starting Point Lunch. This informal lunch is a great time for you to connect with other new people, get to know our Chapel staff, and ask some questions. You'll also learn a bit about The Chapel and our ministries. We offer childcare for infants through grade 2. Deadline to sign up for childcare is August 6. Children in 3rd grade and above are invited to join us for lunch. Sign up.
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Missions
Saturday, July 29, 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
River of Life School, a Christian school serving Benton Harbor, will be relocating to a new building this fall and we're sending a team to help paint. All supplies will be provided. The team will meet at The Chapel at 8:00 and travel to the school together to start work about 8:30. Please contact David and Janet Brooks at 269-769-8828 or brooksbunch8@gmail.com if you can help.
July 23-August 20
Once again we are collecting backpacks and supplies to donate to DHHS foster kids and students at local schools. Click here for the list of needed supplies and then bring your donated items to The Chapel July 23-August 20 and place them in the bins that will be located at the Missions kiosk.
Tuesday, July 25, 7:00-9:00 pm
Our quilting ministry extends a touch of warmth and care to elderly members of our community by providing lap quilts. While some people with experience in sewing and quilting are needed, not all quilting tasks require specialized skills. If you would like to be a part of this ministry, call Sue Templeton at 269-930-1920 or email suetemp@comcast.net.
The Chapel has three adult teams servings overseas in August: one at a basketball camp in China, and two at volleyball camps at Word of Life, Hungary. Please commit to praying for them while they serve by signing up at the kiosk in the foyer. You are also invited to join us for a prayer send-off for our two groups going to Hungary on Friday, August 4 at 10:30 am and Thursday, August 10 at 11:00 am.
Women's Ministry
Tuesday, July 25, 11:30 am
Come enjoy the summer view, some great food, and wonderful fellowship! This month we're meeting at Silver Beach Pizza (410 Vine St., St. Joseph). Join us!
The King's Men
Friday, July 28, 6:30 pm at Five Pines
Dads... come enjoy a rare opportunity to spend some quality time camping out overnight with your kids! The Dads-N-Kids Campout is for Chapel Dads and their K–5th grade children. Kids can invite friends and dads can invite other dads to participate with their kids. Cost is $5/person. Learn more and sign up.
Saturday, August 5, 8:00 am
This month we will celebrate the power of our personal stories as we came to know Christ as our Lord and Savior. Three of our Chapel brothers in Christ will be sharing. So please join us for another excellent breakfast in fellowship with each other. Let us know you're coming.
College Age Ministry
Sunday at 9:00 am in the Student Ministries Room
Fusion is now 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!
Tuesdays, 7:00-9:00 pm
Come join us at The Launch for food and fellowship on Tuesday nights. This Chapel young adults group is a perfect place for both college students and recent grads to walk together in faith. Contact Nathan and Christina at christinaandnathan@gmail.com with any questions and check out the summer schedule.
High School Ministry
Sunday at 9:00 am in the Student Ministries Room
Fusion is now 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!
Sundays, 6:00-9:00 pm
Grab your friends and join us in this casual, coffeehouse atmosphere. Snacks, chocolate chip frappés, and other treats are available for purchase.
Monday, August 21, 8:00 am - 11:00 pm
Watch out Chi-town... here we come! We’ll leave The Chapel at 8:00 am and head to the South Shore Line (out of Michigan City) to take us into the city for a day of fun and adventure. Cost is $40 (for transportation and one meal). Bring extra cash for shopping and second meal. Payment and Chapel Medical Release Form (if you haven’t already turned one in) are due by August 13. Register here.
Wednesday, August 30, 6:00-8:00 pm
Help us pack backpacks with donated items! These backpacks will be given to foster kids in our area as well as to kids in need at some of our local schools. We’ll have pizza to fuel the effort. Sign up here.
Sundays at 9:00 am in Room 135/132
Middle school students are making choices for life! At The Chapel, we use the FaithWeaver 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
Grab your friends and join us at Summer JAMS! You'll find fun, food, friends, faith, and more! Summer JAMS meet at different locations each week. Check the upcoming schedule here.
Wednesday, August 30, 6:00-8:00 pm
Help us pack backpacks with donated items! These backpacks will be given to foster kids in our area as well as to kids in need at some of our local schools. We’ll have pizza to fuel the effort. Sign up here.
Children's Ministry
This week in Big House, elementary kids in both hours are learning about faith and trust. In Matthew 14, we see the story of Jesus walking on water. Jesus proved that He can be trusted through His miracles and teachings. His death and resurrection show us that He is who He says He is. Even in the midst of fear and doubt, we can hold out our empty hands, like Peter, and cry, “Lord, save me!” He will answer, and we can respond in worship of our Lord and Savior.
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!
August 7-11, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
SpringHill Day Camp is coming to The Chapel and bringing rock climbing walls, waterslides, Gospel focused curriculum and their amazing staff! It's open to kids K-5 and promises to be a fun, life-changing week your kids won't want to miss! Register online & learn more at SpringHillDayCamp.com. Note: Special needs campers requiring one-on-one service must register by Friday, July 21 at 5:00 pm. All other registrations after Sunday, July 23 will be subject to availability. Please register early to ensure your child's spot at Day Camp.
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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