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Whitewater Viewbook January - April 2014

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TABLE OF CONTENTS A Message From Our Pastor...............................................................................................................................................................4 MYWhitewater........................................................................................................................................................................................5 Frequently Asked Questions..............................................................................................................................................................6 Contact Us................................................................................................................................................................................................7 Worship Times........................................................................................................................................................................................7 Next Steps................................................................................................................................................................................................8 GroupLINK................................................................................................................................................................................................9 Outreach...................................................................................................................................................................................................9 iServe Teams............................................................................................................................................................................................9 Adults...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 10 New Horizons....................................................................................................................................................................................... 11 Marriage & Family Opportunities................................................................................................................................................. 12 Sports Ministry..................................................................................................................................................................................... 12 Recovery & Support........................................................................................................................................................................... 13 Missions................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13 Whitewater Students......................................................................................................................................................................... 14 HarbortownKIDS................................................................................................................................................................................. 15 Our Leaders........................................................................................................................................................................................... 16

NEW HERE?

Here at Whitewater we are all about relationships, and not religion. Relationships with God and people. Welcome to relationship.

A Message From Our Pastor Hi Friends. Steve was almost 5 when his father, missionary pilot Nate Saint, was killed in 1956, along with four other men, by the Waodani tribe in Ecuador. But instead of judgment, the families of the martyred men showed love and forgiveness to that tribe, and now there is a growing community of believers among the Waodani. As an adult, Steve moved back to Ecuador and became friends with Mincaye, one of the men who killed his father. I found out that Steve’s motto is: “Let God Write Your Story.” He says, “You have a lot of people who want to write their own story and have God be their editor when it goes wrong. I decided long ago to let God write my story.” That is what we learned this past year at Whitewater - Let God write the story because it’s always better. Now it’s time to let God write the next chapter in the story as we turn the page of 2014. The strategic opportunities outlined in this viewbook, will assist you in this effort. Look it over and make plans now to have this be your most exciting chapter yet! -David

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MYwhitewater is where members manage their giving, groups, and directory listing. Think of it as a club where everyone is welcome.

Groups

If you are already a member of a serving team or community group, then MYwhitewater is your place to connect with the leaders and members of your team or group. Contact information can only be viewed by your leader and the Whitewater Staff.

Online Giving

Setup and manage online giving without having to enter bank account information every time. If recurring giving make sense for you, MYwhitewater will allow you to setup or change your plan. Of course, all your information is securely stored.

Member Directory

As Whitewater has grown, we save on the cost of printing a directory and moved it online. You can choose how much (if any) information is shared in the directory.

whitewatercrossing.org/register

NEW HERE? Frequently Asked Questions Is there a dress code? At Whitewater, you’ll see as much variety in dress as you see in people. Some wear T-shirts and jeans. Others wear the more traditional Sunday attire. We don’t judge by appearances because we know that God is interested in what’s on the inside. Once I arrive, where should I go first or when I have questions? Guest Service Team members are located just inside both the Main Entrance and the Cafe Entrance. Members serving in these areas, as well as at the Info Desk, will answer your questions and help you and your kids know where to go. Is kids’ programming provided? Yes, loving and safe kids programming is provided at Whitewater. Our kids’ ministry is the ideal spot for infants through 6th graders. Kids’ classes are high energy, interactive, and age-appropriate. What about my student? 7th through 12th grade students enjoy classes, activities and special events that are high energy and interactive. The discussions and teaching – led by caring and positive adult role models – help students deal with the many pressures they face and guide them toward healthy choices. What kind of church is this? Whitewater Crossing Christian Church is a non-denominational church in the historical tradition of the Restoration Movement. We have a local group of elders who provide direction and oversight for the church. We have no hierarchy or any other religious body that influences what happens at Whitewater. How do I become a member? The Starting Point class is the next logical step for you to take to learn more about membership and your path at Whitewater. What is Communion and how is it viewed at Whitewater? Communion is the memorial Jesus gave to remind us of the price He paid – He gave His life – for our sins. Anyone who is a follower of Christ is invited to participate.

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NEW HERE? Who We Are Our Mission: We exist to help people find hope in Jesus and a home in His local church.

Our Vision: To become a fully functioning biblical community.

Our Core Values: We place highest value on glorifying God, following Jesus, obeying the Bible and loving people.

Contact Us

Worship Times

Main Campus / Mailing Address 5771 State Route 128 Cleves, OH 45002

Saturdays 5pm Sundays 8:30am, 10am, 11:30am

Phone: 513.661.5811 Fax: 513.661.0200 Office Hours: M-F | 8am-5pm Whitewater Extension 5838 State Route 128 Cleves, OH 45002 General Info [email protected] Other ways to connect Twitter @WhitewaterOhio Facebook facebook.com/whitewatercrossing

whitewatercrossing.org/whoarewe

NEXT STEPS

Looking for your next step. That’s great, because we don’t want you to sit in a seat too long and miss out! For some it is a conversation about Jesus or baptism. For others, it is calling Whitewater your come church. What is your next step?

Next Steps Baptism

If you have been thinking about going all-in with your faith, then you are in the right place! To learn more about baptism, visit the baptism section of our website (whitewatercrossing.org/baptism) or give us a call at 513.661.5811.

Starting Point Session

startingpoint

Take a three hour tour for a deeper introduction to Whitewater Crossing. Learn about the church’s history, values, vision and opportunities to connect and serve. Meet David Vaughan and others who are taking this step as well. Upcoming Starting Point Sessions: • Sunday, January 26th at 2pm • Tuesday, February 11th at 6pm • Sunday, March 2nd at 2pm • Saturday, March 22nd at 9am • Sunday, April 6th at 2pm • Sunday, April 27th at 2pm

GroupLINK

January 26th, 6pm - 8:30pm

LINK

get connected Sunday night, come to Whitewater to get connected with other adults in a community group. No costs exist to attend and childcare is available by reservation for children 3 to 10 years old. To sign up or make a reservation for childcare go to whitewatercrossing.org/signups. For other questions, please contact James Hansee at [email protected].

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CONNECT

We believe that in order to grow in relationship with God, there has to be connection and relationship with His people, the church. Don’t worry introverts, we’ve got you covered.

Outreach

Thursdays 6:30pm-8pm January 16th, February 20th, March 20th

reach

Learn how to reach out to those around you. Everyone. Everywhere. Everyday.

How to reach everyone, everywhere, everyday

iServe Teams It takes hundreds of people every weekend and during the week to make ministry happen. You can play a part by committing to serve a few times a month for a twelve-month period in any of these serving communities. Guest Services We are always looking for friendly smiles to welcome, inform and serve guests ensuring their first impression has a lasting impact. There are also opportunities to serve in the parking lot, at the Info Desk, in the café, as well as hosting communion/offering. Creative & Production Arts Whether it is as a video camera operator, musician, or stage designer, there are exciting opportunities to use your passion to reach people inside and outside our walls. No special skills required. Training is provided! Kids Invest in our kids from infant to 6th grade through teaching, check-in, teacher assistance, worship, technology and more. Students Be a small-group leader on Sunday morning or night and mid-week gatherings for 7th-12th graders. Facilities Behind the scenes of every weekend there are people that vacuum, cut grass, clean bathrooms and perform building maintenance during the week. Equipping Night

3rd Tuesday of each month at 7pm

New Volunteer Staff Training & Brush-up Workshop

whitewatercrossing.org/serving

CONNECT Adults Men’s Breakfast

Every third Saturday, 8 - 9:30am in the Student Ministry Room

Gather for a great breakfast and an informative, inspirational, or challenging presentation or testimony. No cost exists, though a freewill offering is collected to offset the cost of the food. Upcoming breakfasts will be on January 18th, February 15th and March 15th. RSVP by signing up at whitewatercrossing.org/signup. Encore Concerts A free concert following the Saturday evening worship gathering featuring… · Soul’d Out - January 25 @ 6:30pm · Denver and the Mile High Orchestra – March 1 @ 6:30pm Women’s Bible Studies

Monday nights, 7 - 9pm, Tuesday nights, 7pm-9pm, and Wednesday mornings 9:30 - 11:30am

A new series of short-term women’s Bible Studies will begin the week of February 3rd. A study group for Moms with children 12 and under will also take place on Monday evenings (7 - 8:30pm). More information regarding specific topics is available online or at the Info Desk. Childcare is available for the Monday evening sessions by reservation and for a small fee. Don’t miss this opportunity to go deeper into God’s Word while developing friendships with other women. For more information contact Linda Eger at [email protected]. Crafty Gals

Friday nights January 17th, February 21st, March 21st and April 18th at the Whitewater Extension

Crafty Gals is a ministry to women providing opportunities to connect and create in an environment that fosters friendships, inspires imagination and promotes crafting skills. Crafty Gals gather monthly to do craft projects, eat good food and share life together as we build relationships among the women of Whitewater and the community. For more information contact Cindy Mensing at [email protected]. Secret Sisters A ministry to connect ladies together through encouragement and gifts. Secret Sisters will begin in March and run through September with a reveal party to occur in early September. Watch for more details. For more information contact Miranda Adams at [email protected].

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CONNECT Women of Faith

May 2-3 in Columbus from 9:30am on Friday to 7:00pm on Saturday

Save the date and get registered for the next Women of Faith conference. The all-inclusive cost is $240 per person which includes travel, hotel, meals and tickets to the event. For more information contact Deb Homer at 513-317-9588.

New Horizons

New Horizons hosts events and opportunities for adults (55+) to connect, learn and serve: Gameday!

1pm to 3pm on Thursday January 16th, February 20th, March 20th, and April 17th

An indoor time to “chat & chew” as the group plays board games and other challenging experiences. Gameday! takes place at the Whitewater Extension. Dinner & Special Concert/ Program

From 6:30pm to 8:30pm on Thursday January 23rd, February 27th, March 27th, and April 24th

“Life Goes on No Matter What”

Thursday, April 3rd from noon to 1:30pm

A box luncheon with entertainment by ventriloquist Denny Baker. Church-wide Hoxworth Blood Drive

Thursday, April 10th from 12:00pm (noon) to 8:00pm

Hosted by New Horizons at the main Whitewater campus. All adults and teens (16 and older) are invited to come and donate the gift of life for the well-being of another. For more information about any New Horizons opportunities, please contact Gary Coleman at [email protected].

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CONNECT Marriage & Family Opportunities Marriage Building Blocks Seminar

Friday, February 21st from 6 to 9pm & Saturday, February 22nd from 8:30 to 1:00pm

Begin marriage well informed about the basic building blocks of a dynamic relationship. Seminar is ideal for all engaged and newly married couples. Seminar is held at Whitewater Crossing. Watch for further details regarding cost and no childcare will be available for the weekend. Family Talk

Saturday, January 18th from 9 - 10am

A one hour seminar at Whitewater providing sound biblical counsel on marriage, family and parenting. The first family talk of 2014 will be led by former Whitewater staff member and licensed Christian counselor Adam Bockhorst.

Sports Ministry Golf League

Late April - August on Monday Nights

Whitewater’s annual golf league plays at Neumann Golf Course in Bridgetown and is open to both men and women. If you are interested in participating contact league director Byron Hunt at [email protected]. Softball

April - August

Whitewater fields a men’s team from April through August in a church league played at Mid-America Ball Field. Cost per ten-game season is $40 per person. If interested contact Ken Schmidt at [email protected].

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CONNECT Recovery & Support Road to Recovery We offer several ways that you can find the support and care that you need for whatever you are journeying through. From support and recovery groups to prayer to counseling and more, we want to help you. Griefshare

Monday nights February 4th - April 29th (13 weeks) from 6:30 to 8:15pm at Whitewater’s main campus.

A video-discussion seminar & support group for adults and teens (16 and older) who have experienced the death of a loved one. Here is the opportunity to interact with others, learn about their experiences and share your own. It features biblical teaching on grief and recovery topics. Find more information about GriefShare online at www.whitewatercrossing.org/support. Financial Peace University

Wednesdays from January 29th to March 26th, 7p - 9p at the Whitewater Extension building

FPU is a DVD course by financial expert Dave Ramsey and hosted by trained facilitators at Whitewater. The course is 9 weeks long with a cost of $100 for a member kit. On average, participants at FPU save $2300 during the course. A preview night will take place on Wednesday, January 22nd. Register through the FPU website (www.daveramsey.com/fpu) or contact Chip Day at [email protected].

Missions Trip to Mexico Late Spring

Whitewater Crossing Christian Church is hosting a short-term mission trip to Huehuetoca, Mexico to aide our missionaries, The Hancock Family. For additional details, click here. Any questions please contact James Hansee at [email protected].

WHITEWATER STUDENTS converge

Whitewater Students

a place to collide, conform, and converge

Weekends

Shift - grades 7-8, meets on Sundays at 10am Collision - grades 9-12, meets on Sunday evenings from 4:30-6:30pm

Whitewater Student Events Here I Am Lord, Send Me

March 29th

For Jr. High and High School. We’ll partner with Miamitown Church of Christ Youth to serve our local community. Jr.High Jr. High Festival of Lights January 4th

Jr. High SWAG

Wednesdays, January 8th – May 21st 6:308:00pm

(No SWAG 4/2) High School College Ready

January 12th – February 16th Sunday’s 11:30 in Student Ministry Room

6 week class to help high school seniors enter college with confidence. More info can be found online. Registration required. High School Super Bowl Party February 2nd after Collision

The Stand

during Collision in February

C.I.Y Believe

February 21st & 22nd

A weekend set aside for Jr. High students to experience Christ Jr. High style. Students attending this event can expect dynamic worship and impactful messages completely wrapped in high energy. Cinderella “Evening of Pampering” Informational Meeting

February 13th, 12:45 in Student Ministry Room

A night that will impact all who serve. Spaghetti Dinner January 31st

To support the high school students who will “Converge” this summer into the hurting world of Arizona Navajo Trails and Mexico City. More info can be found online.

The Stand deals with self-confidence, healthy dating, & God’s design for sexual intimacy. 8th graders are invited as well.

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whitewatercrossing.org/students

HARBORTOWN KIDS HarbortownKIDS Your kids will love and be loved here!

Weekends

Kids’ learning and worship experiences are offered during all weekend services.

HarbortownKIDS Events Starting Point Elementary

Sundays January 26th & April, 10am

If your elementary student has been asking about baptism then this is the class to come. Parents are required to attend as we walk through the meaning of baptism together, helping you decide as a family if you’re child is ready to take the plunge. Baby Dedication Day Sunday March 30th, 2pm

A special afternoon that allows parents to commit to raising their child in a Christ-centered family. A Parent Class is required to participate (Sunday March 16th, 11:30am Monday, March 17th, 7pm) Club Penguin (K-3rd Grade) Sunday February 16th, 6pm - 8pm

Don your black and white penguin look as we have wonderful, winter wacky fun together. We’ll have dinner then silly slip sliding fun. Bring a package of brand new white socks to donate to a local charity.

Fuse Friday (4th -6th Grade)

Fridays January 24th, February 21st, April 25th, 6:30 - 8:30pm

An exciting event for preteens. The theme is always different but it’s always loads of fun. Super Start (4th-6th Grade)

Friday & Saturday March 21st & 22nd

This is a great conference for preteens to dive deeper into their faith and get closer with their peers. There will be dancing, singing, playing, surprizes, and fun as kids learn they are treasured. FX Family Experience Friday, February 28th, 7pm

Your family doesn’t want to miss this night of food, fun, craziness, and worship. This is a great time to meet other families and learn what the theme for March will be in Harbortown Kids. This event will help you have faith conversations all month long and better understand what your child experiences on a weekend.

whitewatercrossing.org/kids

OUR LEADERS Ministers & Directors

Associates

Jody Burgin Recovery & Support Minister [email protected]

James Hansee Minister of Adult Ministries [email protected]

Theresa Benjamin Nursery Associate [email protected]

Gary Coleman Pastoral Care & Senior Adult Minister [email protected]

Diane Kist Office Manager [email protected]

Katie Dooley Financial Secretary [email protected]

Phil Coleman Worship & Operations Minister [email protected]

Joe Porter Communications Guy [email protected]

Brenda Frank Event Host [email protected]

Terri Beth Faust Family/Involvement/ Outreach Ministries Director [email protected]

Anita Ridener Student Ministry Director [email protected]

Tim Heim Jr. High Student Ministry Associate [email protected]

David Vaughan Senior Minister [email protected]

Beth Maxey Elementary Associate [email protected]

Shannan Volters Harbortown Kids Minister [email protected]

Donna Patrick Building Services Associate [email protected]

David Glenzer Facilities Director [email protected]

Melanie Sizemore Preschool Associate [email protected]

Administrative Assistants Kara Gray Adult Ministries Admin Assistant [email protected]

Dianna Morgan Family Ministries Admin Assistant [email protected]

Laura Hamilton Worship Admin Assistant [email protected]

Patty Morris Office Receptionist [email protected]

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Suzie Terrell Guest Services Associate [email protected] Dylan Turner Lawn & Grounds Associate [email protected] Duane Wallace Facility Setup Associate [email protected]