(Church Office Closed on Labor Day, Monday September 6th)

THIS SUNDAY - September 5th

Be an ESSENTIAL Piece!
Check out our wall of Gateway Kids volunteers who faithfully serve our kids here at Gateway.  The puzzle wall is located just outside of B130. This puzzle represents serving volunteers and also shows spots that are waiting for someone who has a passion for making a difference in this generation of kids! 

SEPTEMBER EVENTS

Gateway Academy - Seek, Grow, Discover; Fall classes begin September 12th
A new session to seek, grow and discover begins next Sunday. For a variety of classes and mini seminars offered Sunday evenings, Wednesday evenings or Sunday mornings, visit the ministry booth or the Gateway Academy blog: http://gateway-academy.blogspot.com.

Women’s Ministry Fall Study begins Wednesday, September 15th
Women’s Ministry is a place to connect, a place to grow. Join us weekly beginning September 15th on Wednesdays at 9:15 a.m. or at 7 p.m. for Priscilla Shirer’s study, “He Speaks to Me,” based on the life of Samuel. Childcare is provided and registration brochures are available this morning at the Information Booth. Reservations for childcare should be emailed to childcare@gateway-community.org.

Barnes & Miner - Comedy Date Night - Friday, September 17th at 7 p.m.
Bring your spouse and your friends to Barnes & Miner, That’s a Marriage! Part Reality. Part Therapy. All Comedy! Tickets go on sale NOW, $25/couple in advance, or $30 at the door. Childcare is being offered by reservation only (email childcare@gateway-community.org). Coffee and dessert will be served after the show.

Third Saturday Day of Service - September 18th
Gateway’s monthly Day of Service is back, only now it’s on the third Saturday of each month. On September 18th, we are returning to Kidz Harbor to continue framing, roofing and siding. Meet at Gateway at 7:15 a.m. to carpool and work from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please bring your own water, insect repellent, work gloves and any tools/equipment you have, such as ladders, extension cords, skill saws, sawhorses, wheelbarrows, hammers, measuring tapes, pencils, squares and nail aprons. For more information, please contact Rick Lampton at (713) 269-5557.

Make A Difference! There are numerous ways to give back on Sunday mornings, and serving kids could possibly end up being one of the most rewarding hours of your week. Gateway Kids provides hands on training/observations and these begin September 19th. Questions? Email Mandy Mouser to find out how you can be a part of the team that’s inspiring the hearts and minds of our kids.

Looking for a Life Group? Attend Group Connection - Sun. September 19th at 12:15 p.m. You will not want to miss this once-a-year event for those considering Life Groups. This high- energy fun packed hour will let you meet and connect with others who live in your area of town, or are in the same life stage who are also looking for a Life Group. Stop by the Ministry booth this morning to find out more or to register.

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

Looking for an Awesome Pre-School? The Ark Children’s Center (here at Gateway) has limited openings for the 2010-11 school year. We accept 2 yr. olds (by September 1st) through Kindergarten from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.. For more information call (713) 551-4870, or email Christy Mayhew. Visit their website for more information.

Baby Dedications are scheduled for the second Sunday of the month during the 11:00 service. Email Mike Myers to schedule a Baby Dedication. 

Homebound
Do you know someone who is “homebound” and can’t get to Gateway? Please help us identify those who have needs that we can help meet! Email or call Mike Myers at or (713) 551-4802 and let us know.

GET INVOLVED

Check-out TEAM GATEWAY
Join us in being a part of Team Gateway. It’s a great place to get plugged in. There are several teams to choose from: Coffee Ministry, Ushering, Greeting, Information Table, or Parking Lot Shepherding! We would love to have you serve with us. Email Russell Lavigne or call (713) 204-0126 for more information.

'No Strings Attached'
Gateway Kids puppet ministry is gearing up for the fall!  Adults and youth (5th-12th grade) are needed. Email Jane Sweeney to find out more on this exciting ministry.

Guitar and Music Brigade
Did you know there's a music ministry called 'Guitar Brigade'; this music ministry serves in various ways from singing & playing on Sunday mornings with our little ones to outreach ministries such as 'Church Under the Bridge'.  If you have a heart for music, email Tony Go for more information.

Our GATEWAY PRAYER MINISTRY NEEDS YOU!
Come join us and unleash God's power into your life and the lives of others. Here are several way you can minister to those in need: 1. Writing Prayer Notes in response to Prayer Requests. 2. Hospital Visitation Prayer Ministry. 3. The Altar Prayer Ministry following each Sunday Morning Service. 4. The Prayer Quilt Ministry and 5. The Email Prayer Ministry. For more information email Bob Holmes or call him at (281) 549-4313.

Join the Choir! For a rehearsal schedule and to participate, email Kelly Lord or Betsy Burke.

EVERY MONDAY

Celebrate Recovery - Join us for Celebrate Recovery, the best place to be on Mondays. A light dinner will be available at 6 p.m. for only $3. The program starts at 7 p.m. and we will be discussing sanity. For more information, please contact Mike Myers at (713) 551-4802 or email Mike Myers.

GriefShare - Are you struggling with grief related issues? Please join us for GriefShare, which is offered in conjunction with CR on Monday nights. For more information contact Tish Taylor, (832) 274-3160.

Life Hurts God Heals – CR Ministry for Teens - Life Hurts God Heals, specifically for students (8th-12th graders) who have experienced pain or addiction. For more information email Becki.

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