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1 TODAY: January 26, :30 AM FOUNDATION PRAYER, Prayer Room 8:00 AM SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP & Songs of Worship and Praise 10:30 AM Pastor Brooks message First Things First CHILDREN'S WORSHIP SERVICES, Infants thru 6th grade. 9:30 AM POWER FOR LIVING CLASSES STARTING POINT Christianity 101 The Basics of the Christian Faith, Northview Room, Steve Turner and Sherry Brooks. NEXT LEVEL DISCIPLESHIP Life Together, C-118, Pastor Mark and Dave Sisti. Life Together, Multi-Purpose Room, Rick & Pastor Laurie Ganiere and Jim Sanders. Growing Myself, Music Hall, Jamie & Joy Herbst. Serving My Church, C 108, Rick Borger and Scott Tomatz. Reaching My Community, North Gym, Dave Linz and Mike Williams. FAMILY The Family Makeover with Christ at the Center, C-114, Pastor Mark & Heather McKinstry YOUNG ADULT 2to1 (20s married): The Circle Maker, C-116, Jake & Lisa Olson. Crossroads (ages 18-29): Serving My Church, C 112, various teachers. CHRISTIAN LIVING Prophecy: Training Camp, Chapel, Jim and Josh Cruse. All In, South Gym, Carlos & Lisa Rodriguez. BIBLE STUDY Thru the Bible: Songs & Hymns in the New Testament, C 102, Bill Barnier and Michael Kelly. The Gospel of Mark: Verse by Verse, C-104, Reed Bonneville, Bill Ratliff and Jon Wardecke. INTERNATIONAL Español: Vida en comunión, C 110, Johnny Torres. PRAYER Caleb s Army Prayer, Prayer Room, John & Carol Rieger. SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES FOR YOUTH & CHILDREN 5:30 PM BIBLE QUIZ PRACTICE, JBQ: G-108, Teen: D-103 6:00 PM J-TEAM REHEARSAL, Elementary Chapel OCAG BOOK CLUB, Café Commons WATCHMAN/SOUL PURPOSE PRAYER, Prayer Room 7:00 PM EVENING WORSHIP & PRAISE SERVICE Songs of Worship and Praise Pastor Brooks ministering from God s Word Celebration of the Lord s Supper LITTLE KIDS TIME, for 3 & 4 year olds, Room H-102 OAK CREEK KIDS SPOTLIGHT Today in children s church Kidventure Central (grades 1-6): The Game of Life Memory (hiding God s Word in your heart) Junior Kids Church (Age 3-K5): Jesus Begins to Teach Walkers-Age 2: God Gives Me Good Things T HIS WEEK MONDAY: 1/27 CO-ED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE, Gym. For those that signed up. Please use entrance #3. TUESDAY: 1/28 GIRLS DAY OUT HEART TO HEART, 9:30 AM, Multi-Purpose Room, Childcare provided. WEDNESDAY: 1/29 MORNING BIBLE STUDY & PRAYER, 10:15 AM, 1 John Verse by Verse, with Reed Bonneville, Multi-Purpose Room. PRAYER FOR OUR YOUTH & CHILDREN, 6:00 PM, Prayer Room. FAMILY NIGHT SERVICES, 7:00 PM Adult Bible Studies will begin in the Sanctuary with a time of worship. First Things First: Getting a Grip on Your Body, with Pastor Mark, Sanctuary. Alive in Christ, with John Allen and Charles Seibert in the Northview Room. 1 John Verse by Verse, with Reed Bonneville in the Conference Room. Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage, with Dave & Corky Linz and Matt & Gina Ditzer in the Music Hall. Single & Single Again (ages 30+) - Soul Detox, with Darryl Lueck, Multi- Purpose Room. IMPACTO (Ministerio En Español): Nuevo Qué cosa nueva estás luchando por en el año 2014? Ven a IMPACTO el miércoles a las 7PM, para que puedas aprender varias cosas nuevas que Dios quiere que usted reciba este nuevo año. Crossroads (College, 20s) Single or Married, in the Café Commons. Current series: Life Verse. Shift Student Ministries, Youth Chapel, for students grades Game Room & Café open at 6:15 PM. Current series: Monsters Under My Skin. Royal Rangers & Girls Ministries Clubs. Ages K5 through 12th grade. Rainbows, Sunbeams, Hug-a-Bug Club and Nursery available for your newborn through K4 children. ARISE, 7:00 PM, C-108. FRIDAY: 1/31 FASTING & PRAYER MEETING, 10:00 AM 1:00 PM, Prayer Room. OAK CREE ASSEMBLY OF GOD FISH FRY, serving from 5-8:00 PM in the Commons. Get your tickets by Thursday, January 30 for the best price: $8.50 for adults and $4.25 for kids 12 and under, tax included. New addition: Live Music! GIRLS MINISTRIES SLEEPOVER, 5:00 PM, use door #3. Parents, your girls should be picked up from the Chapel at 8:30 AM on Saturday. HIGH SCHOOL HYPE, 8:30 PM, meet at the Youth Center (Door #2). We will travel to Helium Trampoline Park in New Berlin at 9:00. Cost is $15 per person. For students in grades 9-12 only. SATURDAY: 2/1 JUNIOR BIBLE QUIZ MEET, 8:30 AM, Elementary Chapel GRIEFSHARE, 10:00 AM, C-112 & C-114. CHURCH BUS TRIP May 2014 This trip is now filled to capacity. F UTURE EVENTS NEXT WEEK: SUPER BOWL PRE-GAME CHALLENGE Before the big game, join us at 3:00 PM for the Pre-Game Challenge, a special one-hour service where we will be collecting food items for the Salvation Army food pantry here in Oak Creek. Requested food items include: tuna, peanut butter, canned meals & stews, macaroni & cheese, cereals, and soups. INTERNATIONAL FRIENDSHIP GATHERING February 8th from 12-2:30 PM. Come experience new friendships and fellowship with people from our international church community. We will have food, music, testimonies and fellowship. The cost is $5.00 per person for a full international (Latino) meal. For more information call or jgaray@oakcreekag.org. Tickets will be sold on-line or before and after services at the ticket booth in the Foyer. PRIME TIME LIVE EVENTS FOR 2014 February 6 Milwaukee Art Museum & lunch at a Brazilian Steak House. Bus departs from North Parking Lot at 10:00 AM. Cost is $10.00 and is due by January 29. (Lunch is on your own.) Envelopes available at the Information Centers. February 11 Prime Time Café In the Food Court Commons. 10:00 AM 12:30 PM We will be introducing Corn Toss! $7.00 for lunch. No reservations needed. ANNUAL CHURCH BUSINESS MEETING Wednesday, February 19th, 7:00 PM. Please make plans to attend this important meeting. Agenda is posted at the main Information Center. OAK CREEK AG MARRIAGE WEEKEND: FEBRUARY 21-22, 2014 Register now for this fun, refreshing weekend with guest speaker Ted Cunningham, author of Trophy Child and coauthor of As Long as We Both Shall Live. Gather with hundreds from around the state right here at Oak Creek AG for this rare couples event. Registration is $75 until February 14, Late registration rates apply thereafter. Get more information or register at the table in the Foyer or at oakcreekag.org. SHIFT WINTER RETREAT Join us in Lake Geneva for this popular getaway Friday, February 28 Sunday, March 2. Registration forms are available at the Shift Information Center. Register by Friday, January 31 to save $10 on your retreat fees. EXPERIENCE ISRAEL with Pastor Jerry & Sherry Brooks We are excited to announce plans to lead a group trip to Israel November 11-20, Stop by the Information Center for a brochure with the day to day itinerary and all the details. A $ per person deposit is due by April 1st. Contact Sherry at sbrooks@oakcreekag.org with any questions. MEMBERSHIP/CONNECTION If you are interested in becoming a member of Oak Creek Assembly of God or would like to know more about getting involved in ministry, join us Sundays at 9:30 AM in February for the Connections Class (Membership) in the Conference Room. Contact Pastor Mark for more information: mckinstry@oakcreekag.org. If you are new to the church, begin by attending Christianity 101 in the Northview Room.

2 OTHER NEWS SERMON NOTES LOOKING AHEAD: SUMMER DATES Senior High Camp: July 7-11 Vacation Bible School: July Junior High Camp: July National Fine Arts: July 28-August 2 Kids Camp: August MAD Camp: August DO YOU HAVE A PRAYER REQUEST? The following prayer ministries are available: Emergencies Call Telephone Prayer Chain Leader Geri All other needs general@oakcreekag.org or call the church THIS WEEK S CAFÉ SPECIALS: Sunday: Breakfast: Omelet, Pancakes or Breakfast Croissant: $3 Lunch: Pepper Steak over Rice & Roll -OR- Breaded Pork Chop w/ Rice Pilaf, Veggie & Roll: $8. Salad Bar: Salad Bar: $7 (1 trip) or Soup of the Day: $3 (1 trip) Always Available: Pizza, Appetizers, Desserts & More. Wednesday: Ultimate Chicken Sandwich w/ Fries: $7 -OR- Half Hot Swiss Club Wrap, Soup, Side Salad, Fountain Drink: $7. LIVING WATER BOOKSTORE It's not too late to start the new year right! Come see our great selection of One-Year Bibles and study tools. Looking for a new Bible? We have a large variety of Study Bibles, versions, colors and sizes. If we don't have exactly what you're looking for, we can special order your perfect "Sword". Remember to like us at facebook.com/livingwaterbookstore for news and specials. DIRECT PAYMENT FORMS For your convenience, we have direct payment authorization forms available for anyone interested in having an electronic debit entry made from their checking account. You can choose to have the entry made on a weekly, monthly or bi-monthly basis for TITHES, MISSIONS, BUILDING A BRIDGE (building fund) and/or the STRONG FOUNDATION FUND (debt retirement). Forms are available at any of the Information Centers. LIVE THE DREAM is now seen Thursdays at 11:30 AM on the following channels: Channel 52, Time Warner Cable 21, Charter Cable 20 & Uverse 52. Pray for this outreach! Reaching Our World for Christ Check out our church website! Here you will be able to watch sermons, read the bulletin, view the daily calendar, and explore the many available ministries.

3 Power for Living: Sunday Bible Study Groups What are Power for Living Groups? They are an exciting way to study God s Word and connect with friends every Sunday morning at 9:30 am. There are group Bible studies available for every stage of life, from the youngest to the oldest, covering a wide variety of topics. All of the Bible Study Groups are open to new comers. If you don t know where to start, check out Christianity 101. STARTING POINT Christianity 101: The Basics of the Christian Faith From those new in the faith to long time veterans, this course will enable you to better articulate what you believe to those around you. With Sherry Brooks and Steve Turner in the Northview Room. Receive a $5 certificate to the Living Water Bookstore upon completion. Membership & Connections Learn what it means to be a healthy, productive, and functioning part of this local church family. With various Pastors in the Conference Room. TEEN PARENTING Tough Guys and Drama Girls: How to Not Get Blindsided By Your Child s Teen Years A nine week video based study that will lead us through biblical principles and practical advice to help us navigate the sometimes turbulent waters of raising teenagers in today s youth culture. With Pastor Shawn & Gwen Follis in the South Gym. YOUNG ADULT Crossroads (age 18-29): Serving My Church God has a dream for you! You have a divine design. In this study, you ll learn how to discover, develop, and deploy your God given gifts for impact. With various teachers in C to 1 20 s Married: The Circle Maker What impossibly big dream is God calling you to pray and reach for this year? Learn to pray the kind of audacious prayers that God loves to answer. With Ryan & Kristin Banks and Jake & Lisa Olson in C 116. February Classes NEXT LEVEL DISCIPLESHIP Life Together God never intended for you to do life alone, but to experience life in community. Learn to connect, grow, develop, share, and surrender your life with others for Him. With Rick & Pastor Laurie Ganiere and Jim Sanders in the Multi Purpose Room Growing Myself Do you wake up every day knowing exactly why you were created? God has a unique plan for you. Discover your personal design to form your future and make God's dreams your own. With Jamie & Joy Herbst in the Music Hall. Serving My Church You have a divine design. In this study, you ll learn how to discover, develop, and deploy your God given gifts for impact. With Rick Borger and Scott Tomatz in C 108. Reaching My Community You want your life to count--but how? This practical study guides us to discover what we were uniquely created to do--become Jesus' hands and feet on earth and change the world. With Dave Linz and Mike Williams in the North Gym. INTERNATIONAL Vida en Comunión No fue la intención de Dios que usted viviera esta vida solo, sino que la viviese en comunión con otros. Sienta la transformación directamente al aprender como conectar, crecer, desarrollar, compartir y someter su vida junto al Él. Con Johnny Torres en C 110. BIBLE STUDY The Gospel of Mark: Verse by Verse A study of the New Testament book of Mark. With Reed Bonneville, Bill Ratliff, and Jon Wardecke in C 104. Wisdom from Ecclesiastes and Proverbs Gain practical wisdom for living upright lives in order to please God. Topics include: friends, authorities, finances, the tongue, and more. With Bill Barnier and Michael Kelly in C 102. Prophecy: Exploring the Book of Daniel In this two month class we will review the history and bible prophecy contained within the twelve chapters of the Book of Daniel. With Jim and Josh Cruse in the Chapel. CHRISTIAN LIVING Taking Responsibility for Your Life We all have them but we often don t take them as seriously as we ought to. Wouldn t it be great if we all took responsibility for the things we are responsible for? Join us for this humorous and insightful video series by Andy Stanley. With Pastor Mark & Heather McKinstry in C-114. Beast Tech Everyone knows about the number 666 but how close are we to what is described in Revelation 13? In this class we will look at recent advances in technology and how they can be used to implement the Mark of The Beast. With Dave Sisti in C-118. PRAYER Caleb s Army Prayer Time Join us as we pray for our church and community. With John and Carol Rieger in the Prayer Room.

4 Power for Living Classes for Children and Youth Every 9:30 a.m. Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it. (Proverbs 22:6) Nursery (0-2) & Pre-School (3-K5) Infants & Crawlers Discovering God s Word Young children will enjoy discovering God s Word in a safe, friendly classroom. Meeting in A 103. Walkers We will be sharing Biblical lessons with snacks and fun games. With Carrie Hyatt, Gloria Eidson, and Brandi Davis in A 108. Toddler (2 Year Olds) Your two year old will enjoy learning Biblical truths through the Hands On curriculum. Bible stories, songs and snack time are all part of this fun and exciting class for your little ones. With Dave & Marge Eidson in A Year Olds, K3, K4, and K5 Joseph and Samuel Children will look at the lives of Joseph and Samuel and discover how they followed God as boys and served Him all their lives. 3 s and K3 Dalie Flores and Jennifer Chandler in H-106. K4 Lori McCartan and Carmen Cruz in H 112. K5 Shara Robinson, Mindy Coppens, and Sommer Kelly in H 116. Middle School (6th-8th) Sixth Grade Prayer As students learn about prayer, they ll discover its benefits, relate it to worship, and find out what it means to intercede. With Xandra Smith and Charles Seibert in G-214. With Rudy & Dagmar Ruiz in G 212. Seventh and Eighth Grade Fuel Foundations Students will encounter God through 100 of the great stories of the Bible told in chronological order providing a foundation of Biblical values for life. With Jesus & Heather Serna and Mary Jaromin in E th 12th Grade Girls Only Personal Appearance We ll talk about the importance of both outward appearance and inner beauty. With Sheryl Kelly, Barb Richwalski & Kim Vukovich in E 100. Elementary POWER STATIONS (1st-5th) First and Second Grade Jesus Teaches with Stories Through parables of Jesus, kids will learn ways to better live out their faith. First Grade With Mary Tomatz and Nilda Rivera in G-102. Second Grade With Jeff & Silvana Sabatino in G 202. Third and Fourth Grade God s House Kids will discover that church, God s house, is where we learn about God how to worship and obey Him, to be more like Him, and to show Christian love. Third Grade With Nakia & Meralis Hood and Tim & Brenda Gregerson in G 106. Fourth Grade With Ryan & Kristie Koney in G 208. Fifth Grade Prayer As students learn about prayer, they ll discover its benefits, relate it to worship, and find out what it means to intercede. Fifth Grade With Will & Jane Diaz in G-112. With Rich Katzfey and John Allen in G 114. High School (9th-12th) 9th & 10th Grade The Book of James This series on the book of James teaches students that faith must be alive and working. An active faith leads to spiritual maturity. This is manifested in the way we treat others and how we use our time and resources to serve God. With Kevin and Angie Foster in F th & 12th Grade The Best Sunday School Class Ever! Come find out what it is...you ll be surprised, encouraged, challenged, and built up in your faith. With Nathan and Arika Kohls in F-101. February 2013

5 Life Groups by Location Franklin Milwaukee Oak Creek David & Corky Linz Dream to Destiny Friday, February 21, 7 p.m W. Woodland Dr Gabe & Eileen Piasecki Altar Ego, Becoming Who God Says You Are Friday, February 14, 7 p.m W. Central Ave John & Stephanie Sosa Making Good Habits, Breaking Bad Ones Friday, February 14, 7 p.m W. Oakwood Rd Pat & Kathy Moczynski Life Group is not meeting in February St Pastor Dennis & Candi/Dave & Tracy Sisti gods at war Friday, February 28, 6:30 p.m Madison Ave Franksville South Milwaukee John & Carol Rieger The Christmas Experience Part 6 Friday, February 14, 7 p.m W. Howard Ave Tim & Brenda Gregerson Crave Saturday, February 8, 6:30 p.m N. 124th St Dorothy Hendrychowski/Tim & Darla Lassiter The Power of Your Thoughts Friday, February 21, 7 p.m S. 20th St Juan & Lisa Hurtado La posicion de la victoria Friday, February 21, 7 p.m S. 10th St , Jeff & Brittnia Papendorf Friday, February 28, 7 p.m Glen Flora Dr. Greendale, WI Marriage Brad & Ann Evans/ Tony & Joyce Martinez Praying for Your Adult Children Friday, February 28, 6:30 p.m S. Cindy Lane Michael & Diane Maxson 7:An Experimental Mutiny Against Excess. Friday, February 14, 7 p.m E. Rosemont Ct Centennial Senior Apartments Thursday, February pm You Are Significant Thursday, February 20, 1-2 pm Consuming Love 400 E. Centennial Dr Jody & Xandra Smith/Jeff & Susan Brozek Trusting God When the Storm Rages Friday, February 7, 7 p.m Steeple Dr Fred & Mary Felch/Richard & Carrie Brockmann Discovering God s Will Friday, February 7, 7 p.m Lakeview Dr Greendale

6 Life Groups by Interest Women s Groups Men s Groups Singles Women of Faith Growing Older & Wiser Wednesday, February 5 10 a.m. 12 noon 7392 Carter Circle East., Franklin, WI Diane Hansen Women of the Word Thursday, February 20 6:30 p.m Radcliff Dr., Greendale, WI Diane Brooks Stephanie Romero Knit/Crochet Group Thursday, February 6 and 20, 10 a.m. Kathy Sanders Panera 8907 S. Howell Ave., Oak Creek, WI kathyknits@wi.rr.com Las Amigas-Spanish Speaking Saturday, February 22, 8:30 a.m. Carmen Crespo 1125 W. Walker St., Milwaukee, WI Betty Ortiz Heart to Heart Tuesday, February 11 and 25 9:30 a.m. Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted Multi-Purpose Room Moms In Prayer Tuesday, February 4 and 18 9:30 a.m. Multi-Purpose Room Bible Study/Men s Breakfast February 6, 13, 20, 27 6:45-8:15 a.m. Meyer s Restaurant 4260 S. 76th St., Greenfield, WI John Rieger Bible Study Thursday, February 6 & 20 6:30 p.m. Dwane Breider 2322 S. 59th St., West Allis, WI Steve Turner Bread of Life Fellowship February 4, 11, 18, 25 6:00 a.m. Panera Bread 8907 S. Howell Ave., Oak Creek, WI Mike Maxson Southwest Navigators Life Group Thursday, February 27 6:30-8:00 p.m W. Burdick Ave., Milwaukee, WI Daryl Ratliff Bible Study Tuesday, February 11 6:30 p.m S. Ellen St., St. Francis, WI Al Sanders Bible Study Thursday, February 6 and 20 6:30 p.m. Steve Carrillo 5927 S. Swift Ave., Cudahy, WI Dale Lapre Kim Vukovich/ Brenda Martinez (Singles & Single Parents) The BEST Question Ever Friday, February 21, 7 p.m S. 20th Pl. Milwaukee, WI Katy Worden/SALLT (Single Adult Ladies Living in Truth) Captivating Thursday, February 13, 27 6:30 p.m. Oak Creek Library East Meeting Room 8620 S. Howell Ave Crossroads Crossroads Women s Bible Study Thursdays at 7:00 pm Various Locations Sarah Battani Crossroads Men s Bible Study Weekends Various Locations Zach Schulz Mike Peppers

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8 Home Missions Foreign Missions Missions Devotional: January 27th - February 2nd Pray for the cities: New York, NY Phllip Malcolm: West Africa Please Pray: For the children of Africa. Many are being abandoned to orphanages out of poverty. That families in Africa will be encouraged to stay together. For wisdom and direction as we minister to the children of Africa. Pastor Michael Berkowitz Chi Alpha UW-Madison Please Pray: For God's work to grow the University of Wisconsin. For encouragement for Pastor Berkowitz. For revival in the UW system. That God would meet all Pastor Berkowitz s needs. Pray for our pastors: Pastor Jerry Brooks, Sherry Pastor Jon Brooks, Joanie, Krista Pastor Dennis Daywitt, Candi, Amberly Pastor Shawn Follis, Gwen, Sydney, Boston Pastor Laurie Ganiere, Rick Pastor Juan Garay, Celines, Dariana, Markito Pastor Joshua & Pastor Stephanie Humpa Pastor Mark McKinstry, Heather, Ashley, Allie Daily Bible Reading (oneyearbibleonline.com) and Verse of the Day Mon. Exodus 4:1-5:21 Matthew 18:1-20 Matthew 18:4 - Anyone who becomes as humble as this Psalms 22:19-31 Proverbs 5:15-21 little child is the greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven. Tue. Exodus 5:22-7:24 Matthew 18:21-19:12 Psalm 23:1 - The LORD is my shepherd; I have all that Psalms 23:1-6 Proverbs 5:22-23 I need. Wed. Exodus 7:25-9:35 Matthew 19:13-30 Psalm 24:1 - The earth is the LORD s, and everything Psalms 24:1-10 Proverbs 6:1-5 in it. The world and all its people belong to him. Thu. Exodus 10:1-12:13 Matthew 20:1-28 Matthew 20:26 - Whoever wants to be a leader among Psalms 25:1-15 Proverbs 6:6-11 you must be your servant. Fri. Exodus 12:14-13:16 Matthew 20:29-21:22 Psalm 25:21 - May integrity and honesty protect me, for Psalms 25:16-22 Proverbs 6:12-15 I put my hope in you. Sat. Exodus 13:17-15:18 Matthew 21:23-46 Psalm 26:8 - I love your sanctuary, LORD, the place Psalms 26:1-12 Proverbs 6:16-19 where your glorious presence dwells. Sun. Exodus 15:19-17:7 Matthew 22:1-33 Proverbs 6:20 - My son, obey your father s commands, Psalms 27:1-6 Proverbs 6:20-26 and don t neglect your mother s instruction.