THIS WEEK. WEDNESDAY: 10/30 NO MORNING BIBLE STUDY due to the illustrated sermon tonight. KINGDOM KIDS CHOIR, 6:15 PM, Elementary Chapel.

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1 7:30 AM FOUNDATION PRAYER, Prayer Room 8:00 AM & 10:30 AM TODAY: October 27, 2013 SUNDAY MORNING WORSHIP Songs of Worship and Praise Receiving of New Members AM II Pastor Brooks message: Engaging Your Friends 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. MARRIAGE Preparing for Marriage: Marriage on the Rock, D-101, Daryl & Cindy Ratliff and Joe & Patti Hren. 2to1 (20s married): Marriage Wisdom, C-116, various teachers. PARENTING Spiritual Parenting, C-118, Jeremiah & Amy Blomberg and Matt & Gina Ditzer. CHRISTIAN LIVING 90 Minutes in Heaven, Chapel, Pastor Mark and Scott Tomatz. Altar Ego, Music Hall, Jamie & Joy Herbst. An Enemy Called Average, South Gym, Carlos & Lisa Rodriguez. No Regrets, North Gym, Dave Linz and Mike Williams. Overcoming Emotions that Destroy, Multi-Purpose Room, Rick & Pastor Laurie Ganiere and Jim Sanders. Caleb s Army Prayer, Prayer Room, John & Carol Rieger. BIBLE STUDY Experiencing God, C 108, Rick Borger and Dave Sisti. Crossroads (ages 18-29): Revelation, C 112, various teachers. Thru the Bible: Genesis The Great Events, C 102, Bill Barnier and Michael Kelly. Romans: Verse by Verse, C-104, Reed Bonneville, Bill Ratliff and Jon Wardecke. INTERNATIONAL Español: Aligere su equipaje, C-110, Ruth Rivera. Conexión (Membresía), C-114. International Gathering: Jesus is, D 103, Jody Smith & Pastor Juan. SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES FOR YOUTH & CHILDREN 3:00 PM CHRISTMAS CHOREOGRAPHY REHEARSAL, Preschool Chapel 5:00 PM ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL, Chapel CHOIR REHEARSAL, Music Hall LITTLE DRUMMER BOY DRAMA REHEARSAL, C-112 5:30 PM BIBLE QUIZ PRACTICE, Pee Wee: G-104, JBQ: G-108, Teen: D-103 6:00 PM WATCHMAN/SOUL PURPOSE PRAYER, Prayer Room OCAG BOOK CLUB, South Commons ILLUSTRATED SERMON 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary Make sure to invite your friends & family to this powerful, soul-winning event! LITTLE KIDS TIME, for 3 & 4 year olds, Room H-102 THIS WEEK TUESDAY: 10/29 GIRLS DAY OUT MOMS IN PRAYER, (formerly Moms in Touch) 9:30 AM, Multi- Purpose Room. Child care is provided. PRIME TIME LIVE CAFÉ, 10:00 AM, Commons, serving at 11:30 AM. SHAPE-UP FITNESS CLASS (Ladies Only), 6:00 PM, North Gym. Bring a bottle of water, a mat or towel, and small weights (if desired). CHRISTMAS CHOREOGRAPHY REHEARSAL, 7:00 PM, North Gym. WEDNESDAY: 10/30 NO MORNING BIBLE STUDY due to the illustrated sermon tonight. KINGDOM KIDS CHOIR, 6:15 PM, Elementary Chapel. ILLUSTRATED SERMON 7:00 p.m., Sanctuary Make sure to invite your friends & family to this powerful, soul-winning event! Royal Rangers & Girls Ministries Clubs, for K5 through 12th grade. Rainbows, Sunbeams, Hug-a-Bug Club and Nursery available for your newborn through K4 children. THURSDAY: 10/31 CHRISTMAS DRAMA REHEARSAL, 6:30 PM, C-112. FRIDAY: 11/1 FASTING & PRAYER MEETING, 10:00 AM 1:00 PM, Prayer Room. YOUTH CONVENTION, leaving from south parking lot at 1:00 PM. Balance is due before departing. BROCKMANN/FELCH LIFE GROUP, 7:00 PM. MOCZYNSKI LIFE GROUP, 7:00 PM. SMITH/BROZEK LIFE GROUP, 7:00 PM. SATURDAY: 11/2 CHRISTMAS CHOREOGRAPHY REHEARSAL, 8:00 AM, Sanctuary Foyer. PEE WEE/JUNIOR BIBLE QUIZ MEET, 8:30 AM, Elementary Chapel. CHRISTMAS DRAMA REHEARSAL, 10:30 AM, Sanctuary. DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME ENDS Remember to turn your clocks BACK this Saturday night, November 2nd. OAK CREEK KIDS SPOTLIGHT Today in children s church Kidventure Central (grades 1-6): Joshua Extreme Hero Crossing the River Junior Kids Church (Age 3-K5): Abraham & Sarah Have a Baby Walkers-Age 2: God Made All of Me WATER BAPTISM The next water baptism will be Sunday, November 10, at 7:00 PM. If you would like to be baptized and are at least 12 years old, sign up today at any of the Information Centers and plan to attend the baptismal class on November 10 either at 9:30 AM or 12:00 PM in the Conference Room. FUTURE EVENTS CURRENT SERMON SERIES: ENGAGE 11/3: Engaging Your Family HALLOWEEN TRACTS Tracts are available TODAY at the main Information Center. Be sure to pick up yours today! MISSIONS PLEDGE If you have not yet had an opportunity to be a part of our Missions program that helps to evangelize the world, be a part of this miracle by picking up a faith promise form at any Information Center today. Our yearly total for pledges so far is $542, New pledges begin November 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 November for the Connections Class (Membership) in room C 114. 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. ROYAL RANGERS AWARDS BANQUET All Royal Ranger Families...join us on Sunday, November 3, following Second Service for our Annual Council of Achievement. We will honor Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medal of Achievement recipients along with the Gold Eagle and Gold Trail Award Recipients. Cost is $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for kids 11 & under. Sign up at any Information Center. Deadline is TODAY! No walk-ins on day of banquet. ANNUAL WOMEN S MINISTRY CHRISTMAS TEA: Nov. 9, 10 AM Tickets for the Christmas Tea are on sale now for $12 and will be available until November 4th. We are still looking for women who would be interested in hosting a table, volunteering as a greeter, beverage server or food server. You can get more information at the Women's Ministry table in the Foyer. BABY DEDICATION The next baby dedication service is scheduled for Sunday, November 24 during the 10:30 a.m. service. If you d like to have your child dedicated, please call the church office at by Friday, November 15 and plan on attending the mandatory class on Sunday, November 17th at 9:30 a.m. in A-101 (nursery area). OAK CREEK AG MARRIAGE WEEKEND FEBRUARY 21-22, 2014 Join us for this wonderful weekend with guest speaker Ted Cunningham, author of Trophy Child and coauthor of As Long as We Both Shall Live. Registration is $65 if you register by January 10, 2014 and includes lunch on Saturday. WREATHS DELIVERED TO YOUR HOME Fresh Christmas wreaths may be ordered from the Girls Ministries and delivered to your home before Thanksgiving! Stop by the Information Center to pick up an order form and payment envelope. Orders must be turned in by October 30th.

2 OTHER NEWS SERMON NOTES 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, French Toast or Breakfast Croissant: $3 Breakfast: Bacon or Hashbrowns: $1 Lunch: Breaded Pork Chop or Tracy s Bacon Meatloaf; w/ Mashed Potatoes & Veggies: $8 Wednesday: Lasagna: $8 Soup, 1/2 Sandwich, Small Salad & Fountain Drink: $7 Salad Bar: Salad Bar: $7 (1 trip) or Soup of the Day: $3 (1 trip) Always Available: Pizza, Appetizers, Desserts & More. LIVING WATER BOOKSTORE Our DREAM is to serve you All music is 20% off the sticker price all the time at the Living Water Bookstore! Come check out new releases from Matt Redman, the Newsboys, Natalie Grant, Mandisa and more. Like us on Facebook for news and specials at: 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. WHAT S ON THE MENU? The Food Court menu is posted on the church website. Go to oakcreekag.org, click on Ministries then Food Service Ministry. Or, if you have a facebook account, enter Oak Creek Food Service in the search field then like the page to get news feeds! 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. Reaching Our World for Christ 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!

3 Sunday, November 3rd Care Net Baby Shower This baby shower gives us the opportunity to make a tangible and measurable difference for those that choose life The baby shower items being collected are: Baby washcloths and hooded bath towels Infant bathtubs White onesies (short sleeve, 3-6 month, 0-3month or newborn) Receiving blankets Bibs, baby bottles Baby toys Bath products (baby wash, baby shampoo, etc.) Quilts (Please NO knitted afghans or blankets) WINTER Clothing month and 2T clothing for boys and girls. Good Start formula NEW ITEMS ONLY PLEASE The items can be placed in the pack n plays located near the Main Foyer, Nursery or Bookstore The ultimate aim of Care Net and its network of pregnancy centers is to share the love and truth of Jesus Christ in both word and deed. As a result, the hearts of women and men are being changed by Christ's love. In addition, those struggling with past abortions are finding God's healing and forgiveness.

4 Life Groups by Location Franklin Milwaukee Oak Creek David & Corky Linz Friday, November 15, 7 p.m. Dream to Destiny 5001 W. Woodland Dr Gabe & Eileen Piasecki Friday, November 8, 7 p.m. Altar Ego, Becoming Who God Says You Are 3032 W. Central Ave John & Stephanie Sosa Friday, November 8, 7 p.m. Making Good Habits, Breaking Bad Ones W. Oakwood Rd South Milwaukee Pastor Dennis & Candi/Dave & Tracy Sisti Friday, November 22, 6:30 p.m. gods at war 1313 Madison Ave Franksville Pat & Kathy Moczynski Friday, November 1, 7 p.m. Living With Confidence St John & Carol Rieger Friday, November 8, 7 p.m. A Christmas Experience Part W. Howard Ave Tim & Brenda Gregerson Saturday, November 9, 6:30 p.m. Crave 7050 N. 124th St Dorothy Hendrychowski/Tim & Darla Lassiter Friday, November 15, 7 p.m. Walking By Faith 6068 S. 20th St Jose & Cecy Koenig/Juan & Lisa Hurtado Life Group is not meeting in November or December 2933 S. 47th St Marriage Jeff & Brittnia Papendorf Life Group is not meeting in November 5837 Glen Flora Dr. Greendale, WI Brad & Ann Evans/ Tony & Joyce Martinez Friday, November 15, 6:30 p.m. You Never Stop Being a Parent; Thriving in Relationship with Your Adult Children 9995 S. Cindy Lane Michael & Diane Maxson Friday, November15, 7 p.m. Do Something 3708 E. Rosemont Ct Centennial Senior Apartments Thursday, November 7, 1-2 pm A Fire for Cold Hearts Friday, November 15, 6:30 pm Thanksgiving Dinner 400 E. Centennial Dr Greendale Jody & Xandra Smith/Jeff & Susan Brozek Friday, November 1, 7 p.m. Trusting God When the Storm Rages 5070 Steeple Dr Fred & Mary Felch/Richard & Carrie Brockmann Friday, November 1, 7 p.m. Discovering God s Will 5500 Lakeview Dr

5 Life Groups by Interest Women s Groups Men s Groups Singles Women of Faith Growing Older & Wiser Wednesday, November 6 10 a.m. 12 noon 7392 Carter Circle East., Franklin, WI Diane Hansen Women of the Word Tuesday, November 19 6:30 p.m Radcliff Dr., Greendale, WI Diane Brooks Knit/Crochet Group Thursday, November 7 and 21, 10 a.m. Kathy Sanders Colectivo 2301 S. KK, Bay View, WI kathyknits@wi.rr.com Las Amigas-Spanish Speaking Saturday, November 23, 8:30 a.m. Carmen Crespo 1125 W. Walker St., Milwaukee, WI Betty Ortiz Heart to Heart Tuesday, November 12 and 26 9:30 a.m. Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted Multi-Purpose Room Moms In Prayer Tuesday, November 5 and 19 9:30 a.m. Multi-Purpose Room Bible Study/Men s Breakfast November 7, 14, 21 6:45-8:15 a.m. Meyer s Restaurant 4260 S. 76th St., Greenfield, WI John Rieger Bible Study Thursday, November 7 & 21 6:30 p.m. Dwane Breider 2322 S. 59th St., West Allis, WI Steve Turner Bread of Life Fellowship Every Tuesday in November 6:00 a.m. Panera Bread 8907 S. Howell Ave., Oak Creek, WI Mike Maxson Southwest Navigators Life Group Thursday, November 21 6:30-8:00 p.m W. Burdick Ave., Milwaukee, WI Daryl Ratliff Bible Study Tuesday, November 12 6:30 p.m S. Ellen St., St. Francis, WI Al Sanders Bible Study Thursday, November 7 & 21 6:30 p.m. Steve Carrillo 5927 S. Swift Ave., Cudahy, WI Dale Lapre Kim Vukovich/ Brenda Martinez (Singles & Single Parents) Saturday, November 9, 6 p.m. Crave 7357 S. Shepard Ave. Oak Creek, WI Katy Worden/SALT (Single Adult Ladies Living in Truth) Thursday, Nov. 14 & 29, 6:30 p.m. Finding New Passion, Purpose & Joy Fixx Coffee Shop 3558 E. Sivyer St. St. Francis, WI 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 Special Friends Living, Loving, and Laughing Saturday, November 16, 1:00 3:00 p.m. Thanksgiving Dinner Oak Creek Assembly of God Multi-Purpose Room

6 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 C-114. PARENTING Trophy Child By challenging our culture's obsession with achievement, parents will learn to create a home where children find success in following God s leading. With Pastor Jon & Joanie Brooks and Willi & Judith Schulz in C 118. INTERNATIONAL Cuando Gente de Dios hacen cosas que no son de Dios No solo expone las seducciones de Satanás, le avisa a cristianos fuertes a estar al tanto y mantenerse firmes, pero también le muestra a los seducidos como encontrar una restauración autentica con su Padre celestial. Con Marie Arroyo en C-110. International Gathering: Jesus is HOW WOULD YOU FINISH THAT SENTENCE? Your answer could shed light on the path to becoming who you were made to be. With Jody Smith and Pastor Juan in D 103. November Classes YOUNG ADULT Crossroads (age 18-29): The New Rules of Love, Dating, and Being Single Are you the type of person that you would want to date or marry? Learn to grow today for future relationships and enjoy being single now. Various teachers in C to 1 20 s Married: Landmines in the Path of the Believer Learn how to identify and defuse the destructive landmines that Satan subtlety places in the paths of our lives. With Jeff & Brittnia Papendorf in C 116. MARRIAGE As Long As We Both Shall Live Laugh while discovering the secrets of a life-giving marriage: meeting each other's needs, communicating honestly, and increasing intimacy. With Rick & Pastor Laurie Ganiere and Jim Sanders, Multipurpose Room. Preparing for Marriage: Marriage on the Rock Engaged couples will get started on building a passionate, Biblically based marriage. Required for all those wishing to be married at OCAG. With Daryl & Cindy Ratliff and Joe & Patti Hren in D-101. BIBLE STUDY Romans: Verse by Verse A study of the Romans road to salvation. With Reed Bonneville, Bill Ratliff, and Jon Wardecke in C 104. Thru the Bible: Matthew The Lessons Jesus Taught By studying the teachings of Jesus, you ll be challenged to submit everything to Him. With Bill Barnier and Michael Kelly in C 102. CHRISTIAN LIVING Principles of True Ministry Learn the 4 principles to help you identify True Ministry that you can trust and that can guide you into doing True Ministry. With Dave Linz and Mike Williams in the North Gym. Loving God We all know that God loves us but how do we love God? This just may be the most important question you will ever answer in life. With Pastor Mark and Scott Tomatz in the Chapel. The Christmas Experience An imaginative Bible study that examines the important truths discovered in the first Christmas. God always keeps His promises and always delivers on time. With Rick Borger in C 108. Altar Ego We can't be who God created us to be until we let go of the fractured concept of our own identity. Trade in your broken ego for who you are in Christ. With Jamie & Joy Herbst in the Music Hall. PROPHECY Four Blood Moons: Something is About to Change Just as in biblical times, God is controlling the sun, the moon, and the stars to send us a signal that something big is about to happen. The question is: Are we watching and listening? With Dave Sisti in the South Gym. 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.

7 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 a boy and served Him all their lives. 3 s and K3 Dalie Flores and Jennifer Chandler in H-106. K4 Carmen Cruz, Autumn Cruz, and Lori McCartan in H 112. K5 Shara Robinson, Mindy Coppens, and Sommer Kelly in H 116. Middle School (6th-8th) Elementary POWER STATIONS (1st-5th) First and Second Grade Six Good Kings Kids will explore the character traits and actions of King Solomon, Hezekiah, and others who chose to put God first, and they will identify ways they can imitate these good kings. 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 Power Kids faith will be strengthened through stories of God s power. God has absolutely no problem defeating or overpowering the laws of nature, an army, or an idol. Third Grade With Nakia & Meralis Hood in G 106. Fourth Grade With Ryan & Kristie Koney in G 208. Fifth Grade Books of Minor Prophets Lessons from these books show kids that they are accountable to God for their actions, but He also provides mercy for those who repent. Fifth Grade With Will & Jane Diaz in G-112. With Rich Katzfey and John Allen in G 114. High School (9th-12th) Sixth Grade Books of Minor Prophets Lessons from these books show kids that they are accountable to God for their actions, but He also provides mercy for those who repent. 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 Chuey & Heather Serna and Mary Jaromin in E th 12th Grade Girls Only Fit for Life Discover the importance of both physical and spiritual fitness. With Sheryl Kelly, Barb Richwalski & Kim Vukovich in E-100. November th & 10th Grade Facing the Giants Bible study driven by the characters, events, and circumstances in the movie Facing the Giants. Using movie themes and group interaction, this four-week study will help our students conquer their fears, face their giants, and grow their faith. With Kevin and Angie Foster in F th & 12th Grade Fundamentals We will be looking at the 16 core truths of the Bible and wrestling with how they specifically apply to our every day living. With Pastor Shawn and Gwen Follis in F-101.

8 Home Missions Foreign Missions Missions Devotional: October 21st -October 27th Pray for the cities: Cleveland, OH Carol Thailand Please Pray: For our coffee house that we'll be able to not only teach English but the Word as well. For our volunteers as they work tirelessly in the coffee house. That God's favor will continue to be on the coffee house. Pastor Marvin Wilbur Lac Courte Orielles Assembly Please Pray: For God's work to grow in Couderay. For encouragement for Pastor Wilbur. For revival in Couderay. That God would meet all Pastor Wilbur 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 (from oneyearbibleonline.com) Mon. Jeremiah 51:54-52:34 Titus 3:1-15 Psalms 100:1-5 Proverbs 26:18-19 Tue. Lamentations 1:1 2:19 Philemon 1:1-25 Psalm 101:1-8 Proverbs 26:20 Wed. Lamentations 2:20 3:66 Hebrews 1:1-14 Psalm 102:1-28 Proverbs 26:21-22 Thu. Lamentations 4:1 5:22 Hebrews 2:1-18 Psalm 103:1-22 Proverbs 26:23 Fri. Ezekiel 1:1 3:15 Hebrews 3:1-19 Psalm 104:1-23 Proverbs 26:24-26 Sat. Ezekiel 3:16 6:14 Hebrews 4:1-16 Psalm 104:24-35 Proverbs 26:27 Sun. Ezekiel 7:1-9:11 Hebrews 5:1-14 Psalm 105:1-15 Proverbs 26:28