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Bound 4 Glory –
Men’s gospel quartet
Faith Baptist Church
6600 Trier Road
Fort Wayne, Indiana
7:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 11th

Faith Baptist Church invites the community to an evening of music with Bound 4 Glory. This event is FREE. Bound 4 Glory is a men’s gospel quartet. They are members of the Agape Church of the Brethren located in Fort Wayne on Lima Road. The members of Bound 4 Glory are Ray Imhoff, Jerry Brenneman, Randee Robison and Rick Flickinger. They have been singing together for over a decade. They have shared their music with many area organizations, churches, and retirement facilities. They have recorded a CD entitled “I Believe” available from Agape Church of the Brethren. Mark your calendars to come and enjoy a fun-filled time with uplifting and spiritual singing from Bound 4 Glory. For more information call the church at (260) 485-1646.

Liver & Onion Supper
Petroleum United Methodist Church
3625 E. 2nd Street, Petroleum, Indiana
4:00 – 6:00 p.m.
Saturday, February 11th

Petroleum United Methodist Church invites the community to their all you can eat liver and onions. The menu will include mashed potatoes, noodles, vegetable, salad, dessert and drink. Free will donation accepted. All proceeds go to help purchase a generator for the church. Come help us add power to the community. Petroleum United Methodist Church will be your shelter in times of a storm! (A registered Red Cross Shelter). For more information call (260) 346-2926.

5th Annual Hymnfest
Shepherd of the City Lutheran Church
1301 South Anthony Boulevard
Fort Wayne, Indiana
4:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 12th

Shepherd of the City Lutheran Church is hosting the 5th Annual Hymnfest in the historic sanctuary at 1301 South Anthony Blvd. (just South of Lewis). All are invited to share in song following the theme “And their eyes were opened.” Rev. Dr. Paul Grime of Concordia Theological Seminary will be guest organist. Rev. Dr. Grime will be playing the 32 rank Kilgren pipe organ accompanied by a variety of guest instrumentalists and singers. A reception will follow the service. For more information call (260) 422-3790.

Preview Lakewood –
Annual Open House
Lakewood Park Christian School
5555 CR 29
Auburn, Indiana
6:00 p.m.
Thursday, February 16th

Lakewood Park Christian School will be holding their Annual Open House to families interested in learning more about the education available through Preview Lakewood. Families will have the opportunity to hear more information about the school, tour the school, meet staff and administration and have questions answered.

For more information or to pre-register for the event, please contact
Dru Collins at 1-866-4LP-TOUR (866-457-8687) or visit www.lakewoodpark.org.

Hall of Fame Hog Roast –
Featured Guest Speaker Dwight Schuh –
Bowhunters Hall of Fame Member
Pathway Community Church
11910 Shearwater Run, Fort Wayne, Indiana
5:30 p.m. (Doors open)
6:00 p.m. (Q & A)
6:30 p.m. (Dinner)
Friday, February 17th

Pathway Community Church will have Bowhunters Hall of Fame Member Dwight Schuh to speak at the Hall of Fame Hog Roast. The evening includes a hunting question and answer session with Dwight at 6:00 p.m., followed by a hog roast dinner at 6:30 p.m. After dinner, Dwight will share some hunting stories and relate how God reveals Himself in the outdoors. The event will conclude with door prize giveaways, including a new Mathews compound bow.

This will be a great event to bring your kids to as well as friends that love the outdoors. The cost for the entire evening is $15.00 for adults and $10.00 for kids under 12. SAVE $3 off the Adult ticket price if purchased by Friday, January 27th. Tickets may be purchased at Sportsman’s cove, online at www.pccfw.org, or by calling (260) 469-4444 during regular business hours. Net proceeds to benefit Northern Indiana Farmers & Hunters Feeding the Hungry.

2-Day Marriage Enrichment Seminar –
“Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage”
Southwest Lutheran Church
5120 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana
7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
(Friday, February 24th)
9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
(Saturday, February 25th)

Southwest Lutheran Church will present a 2-day Marriage Enrichment Seminar for couples and singles. The cost for couples is $35 and for singles $18. The cost includes snacks, continental breakfast and CHILDCARE. To register call 1 - (866) 525-2844 or go to www.laughyourway.com.

For more information call the Southwest Lutheran Church office at (260) 436-4474.

Fish Fry –
All You Can Eat
St. Jude Church
(Across from Parkview Hospital)
2130 Pemberton Drive, Fort Wayne, Indiana
5:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Friday, February 24th

St. Jude Church invites the community to their all you can eat fish fry. Cost for adults-$7.00, children 6-8-$5.00, and children 5 and under-FREE. Carry outs available. Fish prepared by Chris Forbing. For more information call (260) 484-6609.

2012 Banquet –
A Hope Center
Memorial Coliseum Expo Center
4000 Parnell Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana
6:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 20th

A Hope Center has just two major fund raisers every year. The spring banquet event provides an opportunity to celebrate, inspire, and unify our partnership in ministry. AHC friends look forward to the banquet’s keynote address, which is consistently delivered by a talented speaker who motivates a room full of people with a message of life. This year’s keynote speaker will be Shawn Carney. Shawn is co-founder of 40 Days for Life, Record-Breaking Fundraiser, and Television Personality.

The tickets are FREE, but a commitment to attend is necessary, and you will be asked to consider partnership in ministry through financial giving. Table hosts are used to fill the event. Many AHC friends who agree to be table hosts say it is easy to invite people they know who will appreciate A Hope Center’s mission.

Tickets are FREE. To register on line visit www.ahcfriends.org or call (260) 422-3544. Table Hosts are needed! Just fill a table of ten quests.

Ongoing Events

Free Basketball Clinic
North Highlands Church of Christ
1414 Archer Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, January 18th – Wednesday, February 22nd

North Highlands Church of Christ is offering a FREE Basketball Clinic for boys and girls ages 8 through 12. The clinic will be held each Wednesday. Each child must be brought by an adult. Adults are invited to enjoy coffee and cookies in the church fellowship hall. Eldon Schoch and Mike Hartig will be directing the clinic.

To sign up your child call the church office at (260) 424-5501. If there is no answer, leave a message with a contact phone number.

New Computer Classes
Brookside Church
6102 Evard Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana
(Call for schedule)
January & February

Brookside Church is offering new computer classes. The first class starts Thursday, January 19th. Schedules are available for the January and February classes. There is a fee of $5.00 for each class. To request a schedule, please call (260) 486-4467.

A New Normal –
a Christ centered support group
Faith Baptist Church
6600 Trier Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
2nd & 4th Monday of the month

Faith Baptist Church has a Christ centered support group to help hurting people deal with life’s unexpected changes. The goal: To provide comfort, ways to cope and HOPE.

Examples of life altering events: A child born with a disability, a child or spouse “comes out of the closet,” loss of a job, the premature death of a loved one, a son, daughter or spouse is addicted to drugs and/or alcohol, financial devastation, divorce or betrayal, the arrest of a spouse or child. The list is endless.

The group is using the book, A New Kind of Normal by Carol Kent.

Anyone from the community with a need is welcome to attend. For more information or questions, please contact Mary Lou Baney at (260) 438-3843 or by email at marbanmk@frontier.com or Judy Moore at (260) 486-9944 or by email at jmoore635@hotmail.com.

Currently registering children –
2011-2012 preschool year
Taylor Chapel Preschool
10145 Maysville Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana

Taylor Chapel Preschool is currently registering children for the 2011-2012 preschool year. Classes are available for 2-5 year olds. Full and half day Pre-k classes are available. For more information call Vicki at (260) 749-8597 or go to www.taylorchapel.org.

Mom & Dad’s Day Out –
Childcare program
Faith Baptist Church
6600 Trier Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana
9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Thursdays, September – May

Mom and Dad’s Day out is a childcare program at Faith Baptist Church designed to give you, the parent or caregiver, well deserved time to yourself! We provide a safe, fun, Christian environment for your child under six years of age.

Fun For Your Child – While you are enjoying your day, your child will be participating in many different activities: Indoor and outdoor group play, Movie days, Arts and crafts, and Fun in the kitchen.

What does it cost? – Registration fee $20 per family (non-refundable)
Part time rate* $70 per month, one child (weekly 3 hour sessions)
Full time rate* $80 per month, one child - $140.00 per month, two children - $180 per month, three children, *based on a 4-week month

How do I sign up my child? – Please call Margie Ral (260) 466-7554 for more information or to schedule a tour of the program.

For more information call the church at (260) 485-1646.

Logos Institute of Biblical Studies –
College level biblical teaching
5 Area Locations (Listed below)
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays,
Thursdays, & Saturdays, beginning
January 10th

College level Biblical teaching is back in Fort Wayne! Logos Institute of Biblical Studies has been developed for the everyday lay person and will begin classes on Monday, January 10th.

Geared for an adult learning experience, these classes are taught by college professors and locally facilitated to provide the opportunity for feedback and discussion. Classes are extremely affordable (only $5 per night per class!) and conveniently located. Class schedule and locations below:

Two classes per night are offered.

Mondays: Lakewood Park Ministries, 5555 CR29 South, Auburn, Indiana
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. & 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Tuesdays: The Chapel, 2505 W. Hamilton Road S. Fort Wayne, Indiana (Southwest side)
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. & 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Wednesdays: Blackhawk Ministries, 7400 East State Blvd., Fort Wayne, Indiana (Northeast side)
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. & 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Thursdays: Pathway Community Church, 11910 Shearwater Run, Fort Wayne, Indiana (Northwest side)
6:00 – 7:30 p.m. & 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.

Saturdays: Greater Progressive Baptist Church’s Family Life Center, 2215 John Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana (Central) (Previously Old Fort YMCA)
9:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m.

For a list of the classes and more information please visit www.logosbiblical.org or by phone at (260) 402-3836 or by fax at (260) 470-9894.

Logos Institute of Biblical Studies is located at 6142 St. Joe Center Road, Suite 191, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825.

Life of Christ –
Study of New Testament &
Visual Walk thru Israel
Southern Heights Baptist Church
Links Wonderland restaurant
1711 E. Creighton, Fort Wayne, Indiana
12:00 Noon – 1:00 p.m. (Lunch)
1:00 p.m. (Class begins)
Saturday, January 29th – Ongoing

Southern Heights Baptist Church presents the life of Christ, by virtue of a study of the New Testament and a visual walk thru the land of Israel. The classes will be conducted by the Pastor of SHBC, Otha Aden. For details and to order the textbook, call the church at (260) 744-9307, Ext. 2 and ask for Charles Howard. Textbooks can also be ordered at the sessions. Lunch will be available for $6.00 - $10.00.

GriefShare
First Christian Church
110 W. Waits Road, Kendallville, Indiana
6:45 p.m.
Thursdays, beginning August 26th

GriefShare, a special help seminar and support group for people experiencing grief and loss, will be held on Thursday evenings beginning August 26th. GriefShare features nationally recognized experts on grief recovery topics. Seminar sessions include “The Journey of Grief”, “The Effects of Grief”, “When Your Spouse dies, “Your Family and Grief”, “Why”, and “Stuck in Grief”. For more information call the church at (260) 347-1729 or Roberta Stroh at (260) 343-8271.

Keeping You In
Safe Transportation –
Love Auto Repair
1331 E. Berry Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday - Saturday

Randy Glander has 30 years’ experience as a qualified mechanic, and during his time as a pastor in a main denomination church, he founded a car care ministry. Now, combining those two experiences, Randy comes with his passion for “fender evangelism” through Love Auto Repair. Randy ministers through his relationship with his auto repair customers. The Lord has led Randy to join his vision of fender evangelism with Love Auto Repair. Love Auto Repair has three repair bays and one with an auto lift. Randy is qualified to handle all of your maintenance and repair needs. Call (260) 426-7278 today to schedule an appointment. SAVE MONEY and ask about Love Auto Repair prepaid voucher that saves you an additional 10% on any future needs.

Love Auto Repair Discipleship Program: While ministering to the automotive needs of the poor and needy, Randy will also be ministering and mentoring people desiring to gain experience in auto repair skills. These skills will, hopefully, lead to jobs and financial stability. This mentoring program will work hand-in-hand with agencies desirous of putting people to work.

GED Program
Love Community Center
1331 East Berry Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana
Door #2, under blue awning
2:00 – 7:00 p.m.
On-going

Love Community Center is offering an on-going GED Program. All services at the Center are free. Please call Wallace Butts to make an appointment at (260) 420-5061.

Prayer Team has openings for
Prayer Partners
Total Christian Television
3737 Lake Avenue, Fort Wayne, Indiana

TCT (Total Christian Television) has openings for prayer partners. Wages will be paid in crowns. So if you possess a servant’s heart, have a desire to stand in the gap, and have working knowledge of God’s best-seller the Bible. . . call TCT’s Prayer Partner Coordinator in Fort Wayne at (260) 483-9809 or in Ohio call (419) 298-3703, or email the TCT Prayer Center at winm@tct.tv.

Volunteer Services & Donated Supplies Needed
Community Pregnancy Centers of Northwest Ohio
22799 Route 2, Archbold, Ohio

The Community Pregnancy Centers of Northwest Ohio are in need of volunteers and also office supplies – stamps, plain stationery, and copy paper. Also needed are diapers, baby care items, baby sleepers, flannel receiving blankets, preemie diapers and outfits, cribs and car seats, gently used maternity clothes in good condition, and Isomil Advance Formula. To volunteer or to donate these items, call the Community Pregnancy Centers office at 1-800-633-3339.i

Volunteer Services &
Donated Supplies Needed
Community Pregnancy Centers of Northwest Ohio
22799 State Route #2, Archbold, Ohio

The Community Pregnancy Centers of Northwest Ohio are in need of volunteers and also office supplies – stamps, plain stationery, and copy paper. Also needed are diapers, baby care items, baby sleepers, preemie diapers and outfits, gently used maternity clothes in good condition, and Similac and Isomil Advance Formula. To volunteer or to donate these items, call the Community Pregnancy Centers office at 1-800-633-3339 for more information.
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Matthew’s House
Child Care & Preschool Ministry
2305 Goshen Road, Fort Wayne, Indiana

Matthew’s House a Child Care & Preschool Ministry offers care for infants through age 5. For more information please call (260) 471-4699.

Mustard Seed Furniture Bank
5429 Keystone Drive,
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Based on a concept started over twenty years ago in Central Florida our agency assists the economically disadvantaged members of our community to rebuild their lives through provision of basic household items. Since 2002, the Mustard Seed has served the homeless, domestic violence victims, persons with debilitating illnesses, the elderly, the disabled, fire victims, and others who are struggling to reestablish a home.

The Mustard Seed staff works closely with over 70 local agencies such as Stop Child Abuse and Neglect (SCAN), COMMUNITY Action of Northeast Indiana (CANI), Park Center, Veterans Administration, along with many other organizations. Through firsthand knowledge and a written referral the staff of the Mustard Seed receives a list of the client’s specific needs. Clients visit the Mustard Seed to complete a brief application process; they choose and transport their household items to make their house or apartment their new home.

Clients can choose various large items of furniture on their visit to the Mustard Seed; but also obtain their need for basic kitchen items along with linens, blankets, and towels. It is hard to fathom that children in Fort Wayne may be sleeping with numerous other siblings in the same bed, or possibly on a cold floor with just a blanket to wrap up in. The Beds4Kids Program provides each child of the household with a new twin mattress, box spring along with necessary blankets and sheets to snuggle up with their favorite bedtime buddy.

The mission of the Mustard Seed Furniture Bank of Fort Wayne, Inc. is “to help rebuild the lives of families and individuals who have suffered disaster, personal tragedy, or adverse circumstances by providing household furnishings.”

For more information please call (260) 471-5802 or online at www.mustardseedfortwayne.com.

Donations Needed
A Friend’s House
1001 S. Clark Avenue, Bluffton, Indiana

A Friend’s House, a residential facility for young women dealing with abuse, addictions, and other life issues, is in need of the following items: laundry and dish soap, toilet paper, tall kitchen trash bags, white copier paper, writeable or rewritable CDs, and stamps. For more information call Annie at (260) 824-5556, visit www.afriendshouse.net, or mail your donated stamps to A Friend’s House, P.O. Box 22, Bluffton, Indiana 46714.

YWCA – Women’s Shelter –
2000 N. Wells Street, Fort Wayne, Indiana

If you are interested in learning more about the programs and needed donations for the YWCA, please view our web site at www.ywca.org/fortwayne or call Nancy McCammon-Hansen, Community Awareness Manager, at 260-424-4908 ext 249. Our new administrative offices are at 1610 Spy Run Avenue in Fort Wayne.