October 2024
Thank you for joining us today! We are so glad to be worshipping together today! We hope this digital bulletin will help to keep you up to date on what’s happening in our little part of the Kingdom.
Listen to our Services
Check out this new way to enjoy our services! You can now listen to the audio on the go! Click the button below to listen! Now available on iTunes and Spotify!
Click which service you like, and then click on “Listen”.
Find our Church on the Bible App
- Bottom right of the app: Select the Discover tab, if it isn’t already.
- Top: Select the Search box.
- Begin typing the name of your church.
- Finish typing your church name, and then select…
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🔍 - iOS:
[Search] or [Go]
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- Select your church from the resulting content. You may have to tap ‘See All‘ if we have more than one church with the same name.
Great News!
We have expanded our Kid’s Check-in system! We know check in can be crazy, but now you can check-in your kids on the way to church, and scan your QR code once you arrive!
Want to know how it works? Click on the picture to watch a short video!
Prayer Room
On Tuesday Mornings from 7-7:45am join us for the prayer room. Come enjoy a sweet time with the Lord to begin your day. The Prayer Room is available in-person.
Upcoming Events
Midweek Gathering+ Alpha
This Midweek season, we will be going through the Alpha Course together in the Sanctuary. There will also be other groups going on throughout our building! Join us for The Alpha Course!
Fall Groups
Group Season is upon us! We are so excited to begin joining in our groups beginning Oct. 6th! There are various types of groups to join, something for everyone! To learn more, or sign up for a group today click the button below!
Youth Local
Youth Local is back on Sunday, October 13th from 6-9pm! If you or someone you know is in 6th-12th grade, invite them to join us for this powerful night of worship, food, games, and a teaching completely tailored to them! We cannot wait to see them there!
Ladies’ Table Talk
Come enjoy some time away. TABLEtalks are ladies’ events that have a relaxed café feel, complete with live music, and the option to grab goodies* as we begin.
Throughout the evening, we will be hearing an encouraging message from a delightful woman from our church family, as well as enjoy life-giving discussions around the tables.
Register by Sunday, October 13th, 2024 so we can set up accordingly.
Join us at 6:30 on Tuesday, October 15th in the Cafe.
The atmosphere is casual, so come as you are, and feel free to bring a friend…just be sure to register.
Young Adult Gathering
Join us on October 25th for our next Young Adults Gathering! This month, we will join together at Pastor Mark & Geri’s house from 6:30-8:30pm! We are looking forward to seeing you there!
Married Up Date Night
Join us for an amazing dinner and date night!
Dinner will be provided starting at 6:00pm, with the show starting at 7PM!
The event’s admission fee is $15.00 per person.
Dan and Danielle Macaulay have had a perfect marriage for 22 years now. Just kidding!(There is no such thing) You won’t find them pretending marriage is easy or all candlelight and cuddles – but on an evening hanging out with them you should get ready to have a ton of fun, laugh a lot, maybe even sing a bit on a stroll down memory lane, and be reminded of a few takeaway truths that you can use to make a real difference in your marriage right away.
Dan and Danielle say being a part of the marriage TV show “A Better Us” and interviewing great folks on their marriage podcast “Married Up” has been the best thing for their own marriage personally; because any time you set aside to make your marriage better, will do exactly that. And that’s the point of a Married Up Date Night: to remember how love felt at the start, rekindle the fun and friendship, and get a roadmap forward to an even better happy ending.
Among the Stars- Informational Meeting
Come and join us for an informational meeting about our Prom for those with special needs, Among the Stars. We will gather after 2nd service! If you are interested in serving at ATS this year, please join us for this meeting!
Fall Fest
Fall Fest is Back on Thursday, October 31st!
We have so many fun things in store for fall fest including trunk or treat! We would love if you would consider creating a trunk or help with the many other volunteer options!
TRUNKS: The only thing we ask is that your trunk is kid and family friendly! This is such a fun Fall event for families in our community and in our church, and we would love for you to join in on the fun! We ask that everyone creating a trunk please bring their first bag of candy, and we will provide the rest! Please register by Sunday, October 27th to volunteer or create a trunk!
We ask that if you are creating a trunk, you arrive no later than 5:30pm to get your candy and complete your TRUNK set up before 6:00pm.
VOLUNTEER TEAM: You will be contacted with specific service times and opportunities by your team leaders.
We are excited to have you on the Fall Fest team!
The Alpha Marriage Course
The Alpha Marriage Course was developed for couples looking for practical support to strengthen their relationship. Over seven sessions, the course will help you to:
• Understand each other’s needs
• Communicate more effectively
• Grow closer by learning methods to resolve conflict
• Recover from the ways you may have hurt each other
• Recognize how your upbringing affects your relationship
• Improve relationships with parents and in-laws
• Develop greater intimacy
• Discover each other’s “love language” and much more….
We will meet Wednesday evenings from 6:45 to 8:30pm, starting October 9th.
The cost is $20/couple ($10 each). Register to join us.
The Pre-Marriage Course
The Pre-Marriage Course is a series of five sessions for couples who are exploring the idea of getting married, and for those who are already engaged. Monday October 21st – November 18th 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Whether you are getting married for the first time or you’ve been married before, it is designed for those who want to give their marriage the best possible start.
The course will help couples to:
• Communicate more effectively
• Understand each other’s needs
• Resolve conflict
• Know the importance of spending time together
• Develop a good sexual relationship
• Share goals, values, and dreams
The course is based on Christian principles but designed for all couples with or without a church background. You do not need to be getting married in a church to come to the course.
The cost for course material is $20/couple ($10 each).
Worship and Creative Conference
Our annual Worship and Creative Conference is returning this year on November 8-9th! This event is for anyone who is interested/ involved on a worship team, uses cameras in any capacity, has a love of art, works with social media, or just simply loves to worship the Lord through their creative giftings. We invite you to join us as we take a weekend to grow in our skills, be empowered in our callings, and encourage one another as we serve our local churches. The cost of the event is $65, and the cost includes all food during the conference.
Baptism Meeting
Are you ready to take the next step in your journey with Jesus, of Water Baptism? Keep an eye out for our next Baptism Meeting!
We’ll meet to talk about and answer any questions about what this means and how to take this next step. Then in weeks to follow you’ll have an opportunity to be baptized.
This is a very exciting moment in your journey! We are thankful that we are on this journey together.
We look forward to seeing you at the meeting but be sure to complete the form as well as register, so you’ll receive any updates.
Yearly Bible Plan
Join us in reading our Bible plan for the year, “The Bible with Nicky and Pippa Gumbal”.
Baby Dedications
Baby Dedications are scheduled events to say to God before family and friends, that you dedicate your child to God. We want to come along side you to encourage you and support you in this parenting journey.
These dedications generally take place on Sunday mornings after 2nd service in the Kid’s Department.
If you would like to have your child dedicated, please use this link to complete the Baby Dedication Request Form and we will be in touch with more information regarding upcoming dates scheduled.
This is a very exciting moment! We are thankful that we can join you on this journey.
Connect
New to Foursquare? A special welcome to you! Please use this link to complete a Connect Card and let us know about your visit. We are so glad you decided to worship with us today and we would love to connect with you and walk with you on your journey with Jesus.
Do you have questions about how you can send contributions?
- Mobile App (Apple, Android)
- In-person during service
- Give online through our website
- Text to Give (text any dollar amount to 84321)
- Mail (328 W. Middle St, Gettysburg, PA 17325)
- Drop off in office Mon-Thurs, 10:00am – 4:00pm
For additional questions, contact: contributions@gbfoursquare.com. or call the church office (717-334-5410).
Grow
Kids Ministry (infant-6th grade)
Meet during both 8:30 & 10:30 am services. If you have a child in Kids’ Ministry and are not currently receiving the weekly updates with service content and information, please email shelly@gbfoursquare.com to make sure you are on the distribution list.
Jumpstart- 4th & 5th Grade
Meets during our 8:30 & 10:30 services in the lower level
A classroom experience specifically designed for 4th & 5th graders! A space to learn more about the Bible, why it’s important , and how to apply it to their everyday! Your child(ren) will experience energetic and interactive object lessons that include prayer and scripture memorization, along with practical and age-appropriate ways to read the Bible. This is an opportunity to discover exactly who God created them to be! Come join us!
For any questions, please email sierra@gbfoursquare.com.
Youth Ministry (Grades 6th-12th)
Meets during our 10:30am service and begins in the sanctuary, with corporate worship. (No prior registration is required.)
Youth Group meets on Wednesdays from 6:30-8:30pm. Come join the fun.
If you have a student in grades 6th-12th and are not currently receiving weekly messages regarding Youth Ministry vision and updates, please contact Manny Gonzalez at manny@gbfoursquare.com to stay connected.
Check-out Our Groups
Grow Groups
Life Groups
Community Groups
Serve
Get connected by serving within our church! To begin serving, you can sign up for the Foursquare Track classes!
Volunteer in Foursquare Kids
Our kids ministry is a huge part of our church. It is a place where kids get to experience the love of God. The key to kids having a great time and growing in their relationship with God is awesome Volunteers that LOVE Jesus and LOVE Kids! if you have any interest in volunteering for our kids department, please click below to begin the process.
The Dream Team
Our mission is to build the church by each person fulfilling their calling and serving to make an eternal difference. Our win is a spiritually mature, passionate, relationship-connected and unified body of believers – humbly serving in their passions, effectively advancing the Kingdom, worshiping God with every single act of service, and walking in complete fulfillment of their purpose.
The Middle Street Cafe
Our cafe team is looking for volunteers to help at least one Sunday a month in the cafe. If that sounds like something you would be interested in, we are interested in you! For more information, contact Carolyn Miller at carolyn@gbfoursquare.com.
Join our Decor Team!
Do you enjoy decorating, creating, or have a keen eye for interior design? Join our decor team! You will meet together to discuss ideas and enjoy time decorating our building! If you’re interested in joining our decor team, please contact Grace Savage- grace@gbfoursquare.com
AVL/Tech Team
If you are interested in Tech, the tech team would love to serve with you! We will train you in all you need to know. Reach out to David Schanck at david@gbfoursquare.com.
Video/Production Team
Have an interest in video and live stream? Join our video team, we’ll train you on all you need to know. For more information contact Chandler Robey at chandler@gbfoursquare.com.
Worship Team
As Bob Kauflin says, worship leading is “leading others to encounter the greatness of God.” Is worshipping God a passion of yours? Are you a talented musician or vocalist? Do you like to encourage and motivate others to proclaim the gospel and live for God’s glory? If so, we would love for you to connect to our Worship team. For more information, contact Grace Savage at grace@gbfoursquare.com.
Photography Team
Are you passionate about capturing life’s authentic moments? Does it excite you to look through a lens and see the advancing of God’s kingdom through community and worship? Do you simply enjoy being behind the camera, or have professional experience? Join the photography team by contacting Sierra Cramer at sierra@gbfoursquare.com.
Go
Swisher Family’s Ministry to Scotland
The Track
F101
Want to learn more about who we are, what we believe, and how to get connected? Join us for Foursquare 101 Sunday, September 15th, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm (during 2nd service), in Rm 207.
Please register by noon Wednesday September 11th, so you have time to receive and complete any instructions prior to arriving to class.
F201
F201 is where you learn more about how to read your Bible and hear from God and how to get connected. Join us for our next Foursquare Track-F201class Sunday, October 13th, 10:30 am – 11:45 am (during 2nd service), in Rm 207.
Please register by noon Wednesday October 9th, so you have time to receive and complete any instructions prior to arriving to class.
F301
F301 gives you an opportunity to discover how God can use your personality and your gifts to fulfill your unique purpose. Join us for our next Foursquare Track-F301 class Sunday, Sept 22nd,10:30 am – 12:00 am (during 2nd service), in Rm 207.
Please register by Tuesday, September 17th, so you have time to receive and complete any instructions prior to arriving to class.
F401 (Go)
If you have already completed F101, F201 & F301*, you can now join us for F401. F401 is where you’ll learn more about the Holy Spirit and how we are empowered by Him to not only share the Gospel but to live out our everyday lives as well. Join us after first service for our next Foursquare Track-F401class Sunday, October 27th during 2nd service (in Rm 207).
Please register by noon Wednesday, October 23rd, so you have time to receive and complete any instructions prior to arriving to class.
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