The Parkview
PARKVIEW CHRISTIAN CHURCH
FEBRUARY 2015
One of the most frustrating things
for many Christians is to hear the
way the world sometimes views our
God. Words like judgmental, vengeful,
angry, distant, uncaring, and unfair
come to mind. Kind of like Bruce in
the movie Bruce Almighty, who
viewed himself as an ant, and viewed
God as a mean kid sitting on an anthill
with a magnifying glass...burning off his
feelers and watching him squirm.
It is so sad that many of these
misconceptions about God keep people
from finding His love, grace, mercy, and the
incredible things that can happen in their lives
when they have a relationship with Him.
During this series, we will be debunking all the
myths and introducing you to The God I Wish You Knew.
SERMON SERIES FEBRUARY 22 THROUGH MARCH 29
PARKVIEW’S LOCKPORT CAMPUS
1463 South Farrell Road, Lockport, IL 60441
815-838-9080 | parkviewchurch.com/lockport
SERVICE TIMES: Sundays at 9:00 am & 11:00 am
want to connect?
Check out the many opportunities for children, teens, and adults to meet and have fun!
HOST A GROUP!
HOST MATERIALS are available
after every service through
February 22 at the Groups Booth
During The God I Wish You Knew series,
we are encouraging everyone to participate
in the weekly group study that goes along
with the messages.
We are really excited about this study and are
asking that hundreds of you consider opening up your
homes and inviting friends and family to join you. You will be provided with a DVD
featuring host resources and video teachings by Pastor Tim, Pastor Casey, and Pastor Brian,
along with a printed study guide with questions for the group.
If you would like to learn more about hosting a The God I Wish You Knew group, please stop
by the Groups Booth in the North after any weekend service from February 1 through
February 22. We will give you everything you need to get started!
Questions? Contact Joyce at 815-838-9080 or [email protected].
Sunday, Feb. 22: God is Our Father
Sunday, March 15: God is BIG
Sunday, March 1: God Guides Us
Sunday, March 22: God Transforms Us
Sunday, March 8: God Speaks to Us
Sunday, March 29: God Loves Us as We Are
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PARKVIEW
apparel
You can now get Parkview Apparel online
from Lands’ End - anytime day or night!
Choose between many styles, colors, and
logo types, including polo shirts, t-shirts,
button-downs, sweatshirts, hoodies,
and much more!
Place your order and it will be shipped right
to your door!
parkviewchurch.com/ParkviewApparel
Valentine’s Day Ball
Friday, February 13, 2015 at 6:30 pm
DiNolfo’s Banquets - 14447 W. 159th Street, Homer Glen
$45.00 per person (includes dinner and beverages)
Couples. Singles. Friends. Neighbors. Love. Friendship. Laughter. Fun!
Join us for an elegant evening of fine dining, dancing, and great company.
Dinner is your choice of four delicious entrees (filet mignon, prime rib, salmon,
or stuffed boneless chicken breast), and beverages are included.
This is an all-church event and an ideal opportunity to invite friends
to a truly wonderful night out!
Purchase tickets at
parkviewchurch.com/valentines.
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VERITAS 20s & 30s
Theology on Tap
Thursday, February 19
6:30 - 9:00 pm | Mullets in Homer Glen
(14903 S Bell Rd, Homer Glen, IL 60491)
Take your “Next Step” on Thursday, February 19 from
6:30 to 9:00 pm at Mullets in Homer Glen and start
plugging into our core classes taught by some of
Parkview’s pastors.
This class (which will count as Parkview’s “Living Our Beliefs” class) is all about
transformation. There are times when we all have the feeling that life isn’t what it
should be but are unsure what to do about it. The best way to deal with this is to
understand how Jesus can transform us through our everyday lives. We’ll give you
some practical ways to start IMMEDIATELY entering into the life you’ve always wanted:
the life God made you for.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to deepen your faith and learn how to become more
like Jesus. (Food and drinks will be available for purchase.)
Register at parkviewchurch.com/OnTap.
60+ BIBLE STUDY: Thursdays at 9:00 am at Smith Crossing (on 183rd Street,
east of Parkview)
LUNCH & LEARN: Friday, Feb. 13 at 10:45 am | Orland Campus (183rd & Wolf Road)
John Begly has been using the Art of Illusion to spread the Gospel of Christ. He uses illusions,
which are just puzzles to the eye, and ties them to Biblical truths to create a more visual
presentation. The cost is $10/person for lunch, payable at the door. Please RSVP by
Wednesday, Feb, 11 at 708-478-7477, Ext. 272 and don’t forget to bring your Valentine!
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Located at the Lockport Campus,
the SEEDS Community Garden will benefit the
Fish Food Pantry and All God's People Homeless Ministry.
We are so excited about SEEDS, and there are so many things that need to be
done! If you have any interest in helping out with the garden, please check out
the volunteer opportunities that are available, and feel free to email us at
[email protected] with questions.
Volunteer at parkviewchurch.com/seeds.
STAY CONNECTED!
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FACEBOOK: facebook.com/parkviewlockport
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TWITTER: twitter.com/parkviewcc
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PARKVIEW APP: parkviewchurch.com/app
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ONLINE GIVING: parkviewchurch.com/giving
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PASTOR BRIAN’S BLOG: brianhuntblog.com
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY: parkviewchurch.com/BusinessDirectory
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PARKVIEW KIDS
KIDS WHAT WE BELIEVE 2: DIGGING DEEPER IN OUR FAITH
Saturdays, February 21 & 28 | 9:00 - 11:30 am | Orland Campus
KWWB2 is a two-week course for children in 3rd thru 5th grades. In this class, we will be
DIGGING IN a little deeper in our faith, focusing on Bible basics and spiritual disciplines
including communion, giving, serving, baptism, prayer, worship, and more. The cost is
$10.00 for materials.
Register at parkviewchurch.com/kwwb2.
KIDZ CAMP AT CAMP MANITOQUA IN FRANKFORT!
For Children Currently in 2nd through 5th Grade
Monday, June 8 - Friday, June 12 | $290 (includes camp t-shirt)
This June, Parkview Kids is partnering with Camp Manitoqua, a Christian summer camp located in Frankfort, IL, to offer a 5-day experience exclusively for Parkview children! Our
own small group leaders will be teaming up with the Camp Manitoqua staff to make this a
high-energy, life-impacting encounter for our kids where they will grow in their faith and in
their relationships with other Parkview friends. We hope that your child will join us! Space is
limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Register starting March 2 at parkviewchurch.com/KidsCamp.
CHRIST IN YOUTH (CIY) SUPERSTART
A conference for 4th & 5th graders
Friday, April 10 and Saturday, April 11 | Naperville, IL
Mark your calendars for SUPERSTART, an overnight conference designed with 4th & 5th
graders in mind! We'll be traveling to Naperville to hang out with other kids from across
the state, and to learn about how much we are treasured by God through high-energy
worship, interactive teaching, and fun small group time. The cost is $100.
For more info and to register, visit parkviewchurch.com/SuperStart.
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JR. HIGH & HIGH SCHOOL
PARKVIEW STUDENTS MID-WEEK
Wednesdays, February 4, 11 & 18 from 7:00 to 9:00 pm
Parkview Students is our community for teens in Jr. High and High
School, featuring awesome worship, inspiring teaching, and time to
just hang out! Don't forget to invite your friends!
JR. HIGH BELIEVE
Friday, March 27 & Saturday, March 28, 2015 | Springfield, IL
Jr. High Believe is a high-energy weekend, packed with powerful worship, intense drama,
teaching from God’s Word, and interactive experiences to get to know other students. This
year’s Believe tour will explore the life of David. As David shows us, being AFTER God is a
lifestyle – it takes commitment every moment of every day. David was prepared for the
bigger tasks in God’s Kingdom because he had faithfully been after God in the small tasks
of his every-day life. And we are no different. The cost is $125 per student ($150 after
Friday, February 20) and the deadline to register is Friday, March 6. Register today at
parkviewchurch.com/believe.
CIY MOVE | 5-DAY HIGH SCHOOL EVENT
Monday, June 22 to Saturday, June 27 | Holland, Michigan
Students are challenged through intense, interactive worship, dynamic preaching, small group
study, and community building. Students at MOVE not only learn and worship together but
also spend quality time with their church youth group, discovering ways that God will use
them to be a greater help to the world. The cost is $370 (a deposit of $100 by Tuesday,
April 21 will hold your spot). Final payment is due on Tuesday, June 2. (Leader cost is $160.)
Register beginning February 13 at parkviewchurch.com/Move2015.
MISSION: WEST VIRGINIA (HIGH SCHOOL)
Friday, July 10 to Tuesday, July 14 | Hurricane, West Virginia
Mission: West Virginia is an opportunity for high school students to get out of their
comfort zones and serve the people of Hurricane, WV. They will do small construction
projects and improvements on area homes and community buildings. The cost is $450 (a
deposit of $200 by Wednesday, May 6 will hold your spot). Final payment is due on Monday,
June 29. (Leader cost is $255.)
Register beginning February 13 at parkviewchurch.com/MissionWestVirginia.
want to grow?
Parkview offers core class experiences, seminars, and studies on a variety of topics.
WHAT WE BELIEVE CLASS
Monday, Feb. 2 or Wednesday, March 18 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm | Lockport Campus
Our What We Believe class is a great way for you to become familiar with the mission and
core values of Parkview Christian Church, and we’d love the opportunity to meet you, too!
Led by several of our pastors, some of the topics covered include the basics of the Christian
faith, our church history, structure, and membership, and what we believe about things like
communion and baptism. Childcare is available upon request, and light snacks will be
served. Please register at parkviewchurch.com/lockport-wwb.
AFTER WE BELIEVE
Saturday, February 7 | 8:30 am - 11:30 am | Lockport Campus
This core class experience will provide you with the tools you need to start and build
on your relationship with God. Learn about who you are, how to pray, and how to get
involved with the Bible when it seems so incredibly hard to understand! Anyone who has
participated in our What We Believe class is strongly encouraged to attend. Childcare is
not available for this class and a light continental breakfast will be served. Register at
parkviewchurch.com/lockport-awb.
LIVING OUR BELIEFS
Saturday, February 14 | 8:30 am - 12:30 pm | Lockport Campus
Did you know God wants to use your abilities, passions, and experiences to serve others,
both at Parkview and beyond the church walls? During this core class led by Pastor Brian
Hunt, you will find out how God has designed you to play an active role in transforming the
world. Childcare is not available for this class and a light continental breakfast will be
served. Register at parkviewchurch.com/lockport-lob.
WEEKLY STUDY GUIDE
Did you know you can take a huge next step in your walk with Jesus through a more
in-depth study of each weekend’s sermon? Every Monday we will email you our Weekly
Study Guide to reinforce what you took away from the weekend service. Each guide will be
a great resource for both individual or group study, and will include scripture, thoughtprovoking questions, and useful background information. If you would like to receive
our Weekly Study Guide, subscribe at parkviewchurch.com/SubscribeStudy.
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INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS
PANGANI, KENYA | June 11 to 23 | Light Construction and Outreach
The Parkview team will serve the community of Pangani (right next to Nairobi). The Pangani team
and the Turkana team will travel to Kenya together, do orientation at the Missions of Hope Center,
and then the Turkana team will fly to Turkana. Register at parkviewchurch.com/pangani.
TURKANA, KENYA | June 11 to 23 | Teacher Training, Construction, Outreach & Medical
Parkview is sending a team on a multi-focus trip to Turkana. The group will fly to Kenya with the
Pangani team, do orientation at the MoHI center in Nairobi, and then fly to Turkana.
Register at parkviewchurch.com/turkana.
CZECH REPUBLIC | July 30 to August 10
For incoming high school sophomores to college-aged students
Parkview will send a team to support the Krestane Kurim
youth ministry by teaching English and staffing summer camp
programs. Register at parkviewchurch.com/czech.
For more opportunities, visit parkviewchurch.com/mission-trips.
SHORT-TERM MISSION TRIPS 101
Thursday, February 19 | 7:00 - 8:30 pm | Orland Campus
STMT101 will introduce you to Parkview mission trips - local, domestic, and international.
During the class, we will walk through the basic guidelines, philosophies, and biblical
principles of all Parkview mission trips. This is a mandatory class for everyone who plans
to participate in any Parkview-sponsored mission trip. For more information and to
register, visit parkviewchurch.com/stmt101.
CONNECT ON SOCIAL MEDIA
facebook.com/ParkviewMissions
twitter.com/ParkviewMission
instagram.com/ParkviewMission
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want to serve?
What can be better than using your time, talents, and resources to make a difference?
JUST TRY IT.
Every weekend, it takes hundreds of volunteers to get everything ready so that
people can hear about God’s love, maybe for the very first time.
So please jump in and join us in the exciting work that God is doing at Parkview!
Through serving, you will not only have a positive impact on others, you will also be
amazed at what God will do in your own life.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:
PARKVIEW KIDS TEAM: (Birth - 2s, Preschool, Elementary, Kids Worship, Tech, and
Check-in/Security)
GUEST SERVICES: (Coffee Team, Communion Preparers, Communion Servers/Ushers,
Greeters, Guest Info, Parking, and Prayer Team)
STUDENTS: (Small Group Leaders, Security, and Childcare on Wednesday evenings)
WORSHIP: (Meal Team, Production, Stage Team, and Band and Vocal Teams - must audition)
Sign up at parkviewchurch.com/VolunteerLockport.
ORLAND CAMPUS ATTENDANCE
LOCKPORT CAMPUS ATTENDANCE
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want some help?
We all need help from time to time, but we never have to go through our challenges alone.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
Fridays at 7:00 pm | Orland Campus
The purpose of Celebrate Recovery is to become free from our hurts, habits, and hang-ups
through an in-depth step study program and God’s healing power in our lives. If you have
questions, contact us in confidence at 708-478-7477, Ext. 240.
FRESH HOPE | Thursdays at 7:00 pm | Orland Campus
Fresh Hope is a Christian association of support groups across the United States for those
who have a mental health diagnosis, and for their loved ones. A Fresh Hope group is a
peer-to-peer-led, safe, encouraging, and healing environment where real hope and real
healing take place and the sure hope of Christ is foundational. We will make every effort
to make your participation confidential. For more information, please contact Pastor Brian
Oswald at [email protected].
GRIEFSHARE
Mondays through April 6 | 7:00 - 9:00 pm | Orland Campus
If you are suffering through the loss of a spouse, child, family member or friend, it may
be difficult for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. Parkview’s GriefShare, a
14-week video-based program, exists to help you through this difficult time. The cost is
$18.00 for materials. Register at parkviewchurch.com/orland-griefshare.
DIVORCECARE
Thursdays through April 9 | 7:00 - 9:00 pm | Orland Campus
DivorceCare is a 14-week Christian program of recovery and growth for those who have
suffered a loss from separation or divorce. The cost is $18.00 for materials. Register at
parkviewchurch.com/orland-divorcecare.
Questions? Call 708-478-7477, Ext. 248 or email [email protected].
The Orland Campus is located at 183rd & Wolf Road in Orland Park, Illinois.
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Designing Your Legacy
A FREE Living Trust Seminar
Saturday, March 7 | 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Orland Park Campus | The Underground
Learn from experts at Financial Planning Ministry
about how to establish your living trust. No pressure!
No commitments! No cost!
Designing Your Legacy allows you to pass on your values, save
yourself and your beneficiaries time and money, and have greater
peace of mind. In your legacy plan, you can ensure your desires on
medical decisions, guardianship of your minor children, and distribution
of your valuables will be fulfilled. Your instructions are legally
binding and guaranteed to be followed.
Register at parkviewchurch.com/orland-legacy.