We want to partner with parents and be a resource by providing tools and tips to help families bring the love of Christ into the center of their family life and homes, the primary place where faith is nurtured. With that in mind, parents are invited to attend a special Sunday class once a year with their child. On our Faith Journey Event days, parents and kids will learn a faith skill in an interactive workshop that they can start implementing as a family right away. Plus these events are a great opportunity to interact with other parents whose children are in the same stage of life. Parents, please be sure to join your children in their classrooms at 9:30 a.m.
Sunday, September 8 – FJE with Third Grade – Sanctuary and LL-10
Sunday, September 22 – FJE with Second Grade – B-10
Sunday, September 29 – FJE with Kindergarten – B-17
Sunday, October 13 – FJE with threes and Pre-K – B-19
Sunday, October 20 – FJE with First Grade – B-15
Fourth and fifth grade Faith Journey Events will occur after Christmas.

Sunday, September 22, 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Gym
Senior high students and adult seniors will have a Sunday morning brunch with a great time of community, games, testimonies and more. Join us to connect with the next generation! Donations accepted to cover the cost of the meal. RSVP to Ginger Cox at 634.0337, ext. 2011, or gcox@eastminster.org.

Wednesday, September 25, 7 – 8:30 p.m.; Central Christian Church (2900 N. Rock Rd.)
In place of MS youth group, we’ll gather to worship and pray with students from all across Wichita.

First Wednesdays
Imagine if Wichita were covered in prayer 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. That is the goal of the 24-hour Prayer Initiative led by the Wichita Prayer Movement. We’re partnering with other local churches, each taking one day per month, to commit to having someone praying for our city every hour of the day. We can’t wait to see how God moves as we intercede for Wichita! We’ll cover the first Wednesday of each month. We encourage signing up for a 60-minute slot, though 30-minute slots are available. Between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m., please come to the Eastminster Prayer Room to pray, and after those hours individuals may pray in their homes.

Friday, October 4, 6:30 – 10:30 p.m.; drop off/pick up at the Student Center
Fall is here! Middle school students, join us at Klausmeyer Farm for our annual fall celebration. Get lost in the corn maze, hitch a ride on the hayrack, and loiter through the pumpkin patch at this amazing farm. Dinner will be served. Bring a flashlight — it’s going to get dark! Cost: $15

About the Conference

This weekend features speakers from Ravi Zacharias International Ministries (RZIM) discussing topics of faith and culture, how to defend and share our faith in today’s society and answering questions relating to following Jesus in the midst of a culture often at odds with our beliefs. Three distinct sessions will be a chance to learn, dialogue and leave equipped to share the love of Jesus with friends and neighbors. A Q&A will be available at the end of each session.

Saturday, October 5

Is Public Faith Possible?
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | First Mennonite Brethren Church (8000 W. 21st St.)

Divided Times: Is Christianity Good for Society?
7 – 9 p.m. | WSU Metroplex (29th & Oliver – 5015 E. 29th St)
>> all faiths welcome

Sunday, October 6

Standing Firm: Living an Unshaken Faith in Uncertain Times
2 – 3:30 p.m. | Central Christian Church (2900 N. Rock Rd.)
>> for middle and high school students (parents, grandparents and community welcome)

Speakers

Michael Suderman | Itinerant Speaker with RZIM
Masters in Theology at Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics

Will Tant | Itinerant Speaker with RZIM
Masters in Theology at Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics, Masters in Christian Ethics

October 7 – 14 | Registration deadline: August 7 | Estimated Cost: $2,000 (scholarships available) | Final payments due: August 23

Eastminster’s vision is to “take the land” God gives us for the gospel. One of our seven territories of focus is Macedonia, specifically planting a church among the Albanian-speaking Muslims of Macedonia. Currently there are no churches for this people group. We are partnering with the EPC Great Plains Presbytery to send a church planting team to Tetovo, where they will partner with missionaries already on the ground.

Eastminster’s mission team will travel together and stay in Tetovo in western-style hotel accommodations, serving at the Shift Center (a local community gathering place established by our mission partners) and visiting ministry sites in the area. Our team will assist with conversational English classes, and is invited to participate in practical ways in the Center activities based on the skills, talents and experience of the travelers God calls. Opportunities could include music, art, drama, crafts, cooking and various professional development presentations in any number of areas (medical, business, ethics, law, etc.). As God assembles our team of travelers, we will determine the service opportunities we can offer as we enter the Tetovo ministry field. Team trainings will be held in the month of September and are required for participation.

If you’re interested in being part of the team, click “register now” below to fill out a preliminary application. Questions? Contact team lead Don Lear at donlear@cox.net or 685.9197.

October 11, tutorial at 6:30 p.m., dance 7 – 9; Gym
Everyone’s invited for a fun evening of live music and dancing. If you’ve never done contra dancing before, no worries, we’ll teach you how! It’s easy and great for a big group. Contra dance is a group line dance which involves a caller, with dancers forming pairs and moving up and down the length of the room. The caller will walk us through each dance before it starts. This evening is designed for ages 10 and up (or younger children who can follow directions well), so come have some fun! Drinks provided, but please bring a snack to share.

Sunday, October 13, 6:45 – 9 p.m.
It’s a crazy fun night filled with line dancing and autumn treats! Dress to impress (western style) and meet at the church at 6:15 p.m. to carpool.

Wednesdays, October 23, 30, November 6, 13, 6:30 p.m.; C-15
Ready to join the church? Our team of pastors and leaders will help equip you with everything you need to join the Eastminster family. We’ll look at our leadership, mission denomination and more during this four-week class, as well as take a spiritual gifts assessment to help you find a place to serve. Register with Ginger Cox at 634.0337, ext. 2011, or gcox@eastminster.org. Child care is available.

October 25—27; Westminster Woods. Cost: $125. Registration deadline: October 13. Scholarship deadline: October 15

October 27 – November 10
Operation Christmas Child uses the power of a simple gift — a shoe box packed lovingly with gifts by people just like you — to impact the lives of children around the globe. Beyond the boxes themselves, these tangible expressions of God’s love open doors for us to share the greatest gift he offers — the gift of the Savior, Jesus Christ. Stop by the table in Fellowship Hall Sundays between October 20 and November 10 to learn more, pick up a box or drop off a box. Watch for packing guides, box labels, what not to include and more coming soon.

Sunday, October 27
The Haspels provide facilities, purchasing and logistics support for East African bush missionaries. Additionally, they work with outreach and evangelism among an unreached people group of Indian descent. Stop by Fellowship Hall that morning to greet them.

Fling some fall fun with us! Be sure to wear your costume as we launch pumpkins, snowballs, and laughter into the fall sky. Invite your friends and neighbors to meet you for a cheap hotdog dinner and family-friendly activities! No registration required.

November 1 – 3; Westminster Woods. Cost: $125. Registration deadline: October 22. Scholarship Deadline: October 15.
Join us for a weekend of spiritual growth and excitement at Westminster Woods as we dive into God’s Word in community! Registration information coming soon.

Sunday, November 3, 7 – 8 p.m.; Sanctuary
We’ll gather to pray for those who are persecuted for their faith in Christ across the world.

Thursday, August 15, 7 p.m.; WSU Koch Arena
God is moving in a mighty way through Wichita’s prayer gatherings. Join hundreds of other followers of Jesus as we intercede for the city, pray for the next generation, and let our presence be a light at the Wichita State campus.

Break away for a girl’s night out of laughter and fun. This evening is for third, fourth and fifth grade girls and their moms, grandmothers or other close female adult. To register for this free event, contact Julie Pritchard at 634.0337, ext. 2026, or jpritchard@eastminster.org by Friday, November 8.

Sunday, November 17, 10:30 a.m.; Sanctuary
Members are invited to a special meeting to elect the next class of elders and deacons.

Thanksgiving Boxes
Saturday, November 23, 9 a.m.; Gym
Christmas Boxes
Saturday, December 14, 9 a.m.; Gym
As the holiday season approaches, Eastminster is continuing our tradition of helping others through providing a Christmas meal. We’ll fill and deliver boxes full of delicious food to those in our community who may not otherwise have a holiday dinner. This is a great opportunity for families to serve together, and even the littlest hands are welcome. The morning includes both packing boxes and personally delivering them to families around our community.

December 1, one service at 10:30 a.m.
This Eastminster favorite returns with a family-friendly worship service followed by a delicious chili lunch. There will also be holiday activities for kids and families. No Grow Groups or kids/students programming that morning. Child care for 0 – Pre-K during worship.

Sunday, December 1, 5:30 p.m.; Wichita Country Club
Watch for more details and how to register.

Wednesday, December 4, 6 – 7:45 p.m.; Student Center
In place of Wednesday Night, celebrate the season with a night of Christmastime fun, delicious holiday treats and more! It’s sure to be hilarious and a great way to end the semester!

Christmas Music Sunday
December 8, Two Services: 9:30 & 11 a.m.
A morning of special Christmas music from our Chancel Choir, Handbell Choir, organ and orchestra. The 8 a.m. service will not meet that morning.
Christmas Concert
Monday, December 9, 7 p.m.
This joyful program celebrates the birth of Christ through sacred music and holiday favorites with our Chancel Choir, organ, bells, orchestra and more. This is the perfect opportunity to invite friends, neighbors and family to hear the hope of the gospel during the Christmas season.

Sunday, December 8, 7 – 9 p.m.; Student Center
In place of Sunday Night, celebrate the season with a night of Christmastime fun, delicious holiday treats and more! Bring a funny or creative wrapped gift ($10 or less) for the exchange.

Thursday, December 12, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.; Fellowship Hall
Join guest speaker Julie Jaderston (yes, mom to Matt and Mike) for a festive morning of chatting with girlfriends, enjoying holiday eats and learning from Julie’s wisdom. RSVP to Louisa Markley at 634.0337 or lmarkley@eastminster.org.

Kids Services

3 & 4:30 p.m.

A retelling of the Christmas story and the customary lighting of candles. Kids ages 4 and up can join in as shepherds, angels, animals and wisemen. Sign up with Julie Pritchard at 634.0337, ext. 2026, or jpritchard@eastminster.org. Rehearsal: December 22.

Candlelight Services

6 & 8 p.m.

The evening candlelight services include favorite hymns and carols as we remember the gift of our Savior’s birth. Child care available for 0 – Pre-K.