By Christa Sterken
Volunteer, Women’s Leadership Team and RefresHer Small Group Leader

The line at the BMV was long and full of unhappy faces, mine was no exception. My husband and I and our two children had relocated to Anderson from across the country, struggling to trust in God’s plan to bring us here. This was day two and nothing was going right.

After a few minutes in line, I noticed how the woman in front of me was greeting everyone around her, smiling. It was salve to my spirit. She and I began a conversation and she invited me to her weekly Bible study. More.

From the streets of Anderson to the rubble in Haiti, MPC youth have been the hands and feet of Jesus, reaching out beyond the walls of Madison Park Church to touch the world.
Months of planning and fundraising culminated in 14 days of ministry and mission for 37 Senior High teens and leaders. Groups split up and served different areas, both local and long-distance. More.

“It arrived at just a time I needed encouragement and connection with home… It gets so lonely here and sometimes we wonder if anyone at home cares." These words, recently written in a thank you note from a soldier, are echoed time and time again from those who have received care boxes from Madison Park Church. More.

A worldwide audience, filled with individual impact. That’s the target of Christians Broadcasting Hope (CBH). “The dream of CBH is to reach as many people as possible with the hope of Christ,” shares Andrew Lyon, MPC-goer and CBH Constituent and Support Development Specialist.

CBH, an initiative of the Church of God, is heard each week around the globe in 8 different languages on 5 continents. ViewPoint, the weekly English broadcast hosted by Pastor Jim Lyon, faces the real experiences of everyday living through inspiring and informative interviews, biblical insights, personal stories, fresh music and innovative methods of bringing the message of Jesus to a hurting world. More.

The women at Dove Harbor need many things. But their most pressing need isn’t for groceries, transportation, jobs or money— it’s for healthy relationships with other women. “So much of their lives are marked with unhealthy relationships, co-dependency, manipulation, giving out of obligation, being taken advantage of, the extremes of emotional or physical abuse,” comments Cherilyn Horning, Program Manager at Dove Harbor. “They often don’t even know where to start in connecting to someone in a healthy way.” More.

by Gretchen Olson, Junior High Ministries Pastor and Eric Reeder, Senior High Ministries Pastor Springtime sunshine is creating a summer fever in Student Ministries! We are looking forward to a busy and exciting summer ministry experience as Senior High and Junior High students add to their regular weekly programs special events, including a Spread The Word Mission trip in Florida, a Chicago mission trip, International Youth Convention in Orlando, Florida, a Junior High camping trip, Senior High sports ministry and guys/girls groups, Junior High fast food Fridays, theme nights and service projects. But one of the best additions to our summer ministry plans are the Student Ministry Summer Interns!
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Gaither Family Resources in Alexandria, Indiana
Positions available for part-time, flexible work schedule in a Christian environment. Immediate positions are available in retail sales and cafe positions. Contact: Dawn Foster at (765) 724-8211.

Friday, September 17 at 7:30pm at Madison Park Church
WQME welcomes Tenth Avenue North, an American contemporary Christian music band who won the "New Artist of the Year" award at the 2010 Dove Awards and GMA Dove Award for Song of the Year in 2010. The Light Meets The Dark Tour will also feature guest Addison Road and the concert will be opened by MPC's John Tibbs. Tickers may be purchased at the area Christian Book stores and I-Tickes. Cost: $15 general admission, $12 for groups of 10 or more, $20 at the door. For more information, contact 1-800-965-9324.

Sunday, September 12 at 6:00pm at the Parkview Church of the Nazarene, corner of 10th Street and Rangeline Road in Anderson
The multi-talented Gospel music family has received the prestigious honor of Top 10 Mixed Group of the Year for two years and awarded the Top Horizon Group of the Year for three consecutive years. The Brown family delivers a powerful message of the gospel through word and song that engage audiences of all ages. Admission is free with an offering received. Contact: Dale Wilson, (765) 606-7062 or (765) 643-5851.

Saturday, October 2 at 6:00pm in Chapel Auditorium on the Indiana Wesleyan University in Marion, Indiana
The Gaither Vocal Band with special guests Gordon Mote and Buddy Greene, and the IWU Chorale will present a concert on the IWU campus. Also happening this weekend is the Gaither Family Resources Fall Festival in Alexandria, Indiana, with music, fun, art and food. Concert or special package tickets are available for both events. For information and tickets call 1-800-955-8746.

Thursday, October 7 at 7:30pm at Madison Park Church
Doors Open at 6:00pm with Live Auction at 7:30 pm
Enjoy and support the annual live and silent auction to benefit Dove Harbor. Items are needed including new items, services, corporate sponsors and volunteers. Tickers are $10 each. Submit all contributions and purchase tickets by September 17. Contact: Deanna Zimmer at (765) 642-1853.

Saturday, October 9 from 9:00am - 3:00pm at Falls Park in Pendleton
In celebration, honor and remembrance of the friendship, love for God, sense of humor and positive attitude for life of Charlie Knuckles. A barbecue lunch will be provided, bring a covered dish to complete the lunch. A $5 donation for the run/walk and a $5 donation for the lunch will be collected. Contact and R.S.V.P.: Larry McAllister at (765) 778-4071 or lmcallister@indy.rr.com or Lisa Sheets Winningham at (7656) 642-9835 or lisawinningham@yahoo.com.

Anderson Christian School is in need of a full time cook from 7:30am to 4:30pm. Contact: Janet Cunningham at (765) 649-0123.

Dove Harbor is accepting resumes for the part-time position, Building Manager. The position is 20 hours a week; hours are flexible and will include Saturdays as needed to lead volunteer work groups. Responsibilities include management of building maintenance, donations and volunteers. Female applicants only, please. Dove Harbor is a ministry for women and women with children. Submit resume to: Doug Linville, 1400 Broadway Anderson, IN 46012 or email it to dlinville@broadwayministrycenter.org.

Mondays at 10:00am in the Madison Park Church Rehearsal Room beginning September 13, Dr. Lisa F. Dawson, Instructor
Learn techniques for healthy singing, in a fun group environment. Topics covered will include, posture, breath support, tone quality, musicality, interpretation and expression techniques Class size is limited. For more information about fees and enrollment, contact, Dr. Lisa F. Dawson (765) 278-6722 or lisa.dawson@indwes.edu.

September 30-October 3 in Greensboro, North Carolina
Christian Women Connection (formerly Women of the Church of God) convention will feature inspiring conferences and worship experiences with guest leaders, Dr. Cynthia James, Dr. Kimberly Majeski, Mandy Bohn, worship leader and music guest, Lynda Randle. Details at www.chog.org. Contact, Kimberly Majeski at kmajeski@anderson.edu.

Friday, September 10 at the Indianapolis Convention Center
Explore healthy living with keynote speakers, breakout sessions, free health screenings and luncheon. Contact, Chris Sheets at ichriss300@aol.com.

The Parent Advisory Council for Anderson Community School Corporation is seeking 100 volunteers in an effort to bring school and community together and help our schools succeed in an unprecedented way. Volunteer for a one-time project or on a regular basis in the classroom, cafeteria, coaching, landscaping, painting, school functions or many other ways. Contact: Andrea Clapp at (765) 642-4885 or andreaclapp@comcast.net.

Openings are available for ages two, three and four year olds in the NorthKids Learning Program. Enrollments for Fall are being accepted. Contact: Karen Billey at (765) 622-6379.