• Big Christmas Party: Friday, December 1 from 6-8 PM at Central Campus. Completely free. Fun for the whole family!
• AWANA Christmas Store Donations: AWANA students need your new or gently used items for their AWANA Christmas store! Drop donations in the AWANA box in the Central Campus Lobby anytime between now and December 10. Here's the items they're looking for:
  •  Kitchen Items
  • Toys and Games
  • Wallets/Duffle Bags
  • Sports Equipment
  • Craft Kits
  • Home Decorating
  • Flashlights/Lamps
  • Christmas Items
  • Gift Books
  • Tools/Electronics
  • Jewelry
  • Apparel

More info at parkviewchurch.org/events.

Guide
Pastor Len Brooks guides us through Luke 6:20-26.

No Train Segment this week.

• OCC Packing Party: Saturday, November 18 from 9 AM - 12 PM in the Worship Center at Parkview Central Campus.
• Thanksgiving Offering: You can give to the Thanksgiving Offering through your preferred giving method (online, by mail, or at a Giving Station on Sunday mornings). Just be sure to write “Thanksgiving Offering” in the memo on your check or the envelope for your cash donation, or by choosing “Thanksgiving Offering” from the drop-down online. You can learn more here >>

Guide
Andrea Gaston, Parkview's Women's Ministry Director, guides us through Luke 6:12-19.

No training segment this week.

About Kevin Kompelien:
With the gospel as the foundation of the EFCA, President Kompelien is committed to building a culture of disciplemaking furthering the EFCA’s mission of multiplying transformational churches among all people. His desire is to establish disciplemaking pathways and multiply generations of disciplemakers so that genuine gospel transformation occurs in the lives of individuals, families, churches and communities. In addition, Kompelien desires to see godly, well equipped men and women of all ages and ethnicities serving as leaders in our churches and in our communities so that ministry expands and flourishes.

Kompelien is confident that the EFCA will not reach this country unless the EFCA partners with like-minded movements and allows the gospel to take priority over denominational identity.

President Kompelien works with EFCA leaders domestically and internationally toward the realization of seeing God raise up disciplemakers who with the gospel will transform entire cities and regions globally. This will be possible if pastors and leaders maintain a prayerful posture of deep dependence upon the Lord and work together in collaborative coalitions. As we depend on the Lord and humbly work together for kingdom purposes, Kompelien believes God will do great things.

​Rev. Kevin Kompelien was elected president of the Evangelical Free Church of America in 2015. For the previous nine years, he served as the international leader for the Africa division with ReachGlobal (the international mission of the EFCA) and as a senior leader of the mission.

A graduate of Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (1983), Kompelien served over twenty years as pastor of two EFCA churches. In addition, he served on the North Central District Board chairing the church planting committee and on the Central California District Board (now EFCA West). In June 2019, President Kompelien was presented with an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree by Trinity International University in Deerfield, Illinois. A native of Thief River Falls, MN, Kompelien and his wife Becky have been married for 42 years. They have four grown, married children and nine grandchildren.

Links and Resources:

• Videos about the EFCA: https://helps.efca.org/bundles/all-about-the-efca
• EFCA Statement of Faith: https://www.efca.org/sof

Global Outreach Conference

• Prayer Breakfast: Saturday morning from 8:30-10 at Central Campus. Men and women will split out to hear from and pray with and for Global Workers. Register >>
• Global Celebration Potluck: Saturday night from 6-8 at Central Campus. Several Global Workers will share about their work abroad, and we will enjoy a potluck meal together. The main dish is provided, but guests are encouraged to bring a side or dessert to share. Register >> (childcare registration is closed)
• Sunday Prayer: During our regular Sunday AM Zoom prayer time (7-7:30), we will focus on praying with and for our Global Workers, and the specific requests they have shared for their ministries. Join the Zoom >>
• Global Worker Presentations: A variety of Global Workers will be sharing about their work in a classroom setting at both campuses. At East Campus, the presentations will be held in the Worship Center from 9-9:40 AM. At Central Campus, the presentations will be held in Rooms 107 and 108 from 10:30-11:30 AM. Learn more >>
• Sunday Keynote: Bob Blincoe will share a message from John 10:14-16, and how this key passage extends the Great Commission. Bob will be preaching live at Central at 9 AM and at East at 10 AM, with a video message played during the 10:45 AM service at Central.
• Training Night: Continue learning from Bob Blincoe as he shares a message called "What the Middle East Needs Now" out of Micah 4:1-6. This event is for ages 18+ due to potentially sensitive content. Register >>

If you have any questions regarding the weekend, please email Parkview at office@parkviewchurch.org.

• Operation Christmas Child: Join us in spreading the Good News of Jesus to the ends of the earth this Christmas! Operation Christmas Child provides much-needed supplies, cherished toys, and the Gospel message to kids around the world. Boxes will be distributed October 15 and 22. Please return by October 29.
• Global Outreach Conference: Our annual Global Outreach Conference is coming up on November 4-5. Gather with Global Workers to get updates on their ministry, pray, and encourage one another! Bob Blincoe of Frontiers USA will be joining us for teaching on Sunday morning during services, and Sunday night for an additional training opportunity. You can find all the details about the conference at parkviewchurch.org/goc

Guide
Luke 5:17-32

• Operation Christmas Child: Join us in spreading the Good News of Jesus to the ends of the earth this Christmas! Operation Christmas Child provides much-needed supplies, cherished toys, and the Gospel message to kids around the world. Boxes will be distributed October 15 and 22. Please return by October 29.
• Global Outreach Conference: Our annual Global Outreach Conference is coming up on November 4-5. Gather with Global Workers to get updates on their ministry, pray, and encourage one another! Bob Blincoe of Frontiers USA will be joining us for teaching on Sunday morning during services, and Sunday night for an additional training opportunity. You can find all the details about the conference at parkviewchurhc.org/goc

Guide
Luke 5:1-16

Train
Will Fuelberth, Parkview pastor and Community Group leader, reminded us of the group goal setting we began a few weeks ago, and how he and his group will practice accountability for these goals. He recommended the following resources:

• parkviewchurch.org/resources: full of resources created by or recommended by Parkview staff.
• Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald Whitney: a book about the spiritual disciplines (Bible reading, prayer, solitude, etc.).

• New Members Class: Membership is how Parkview lives out the New Testament call to commit to a local church. Join us for our next New Members class on Sunday, October 8 from 11:30 AM - 2 PM at East Campus. Learn more and register: https://parkview.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1805907
• Women's Coffee Gathering: Are you looking for simple ways to connect with other women at Parkview? Come to our next Coffee Gathering on Saturday, October 14 from 9:30-11 AM at East Campus for coffee, fellowship, and a time of worship. No registration required.

Guide
Luke 4:42-44

No training segment this week.

• New Members Class: Membership is how Parkview lives out the New Testament call to commit to a local church. Join us for our next New Members class on Sunday, October 8 from 11:30 AM - 2 PM at East Campus. Learn more and register: https://parkview.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1805907

Guide
Luke 4:16-41

No training segment this week.

• Our production team. This might seem backward because the production team is behind cameras, screens, and sound boards, but the production team leads in creating an environment of worship for us every Sunday at both campuses. You do not have to have a PhD in Sound Engineering either – one of our most needed positions at Central right now is Projection, which is as simple as pressing a key on a computer keyboard –> parkviewchurch.org/serve
• As a Community Group Leader! We need more Community Group leaders to add more group options for interested people. If you are a leader, keep an eye out for a member or two who you think would be great leaders! If you are a member and are ready for this next step, let your leader know! You can always reach out to our front office for more info as well –> office@parkviewchurch.org.

• Community Group Kickoff Night: Community Groups will gather (leaders and members) on Sunday, September 17 from 5:30-7:30 PM at Central Campus. Group Leaders, please register your groups for food and childcare needs here: https://parkview.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1912285
• Quarterly Meeting: Our next congregational meeting is next Monday, September 11 from 6-8 PM. You can find the meeting agenda, potluck details, and childcare registration here: https://parkview.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/1872453.

• Fall Ministry Guide: find out what’s happening at Parkview this fall! You can download the digital copy for East or Central, or pick one up from the Connect Center on Sunday.
• Church Center App: Church Center contains all kinds of helpful tools to connect at Parkview on your phone: see your serving schedule, set up online giving, register for events and more. We’d love it if you downloaded the app or visited Church Center on your web browser to ensure your contact and family information is correct so that we can continue to care well for you and your family. If you need help with Church Center, you can watch this quick tutorial or contact Devon at dneese@parkviewchurch.org.  

• This Saturday, we have our first Women's Coffee Gathering of the season from 9:30-11 AM in the Central Campus Atrium. All women are invited to join a time of worship, community and teaching, as well as get a sneak peek at the upcoming fall Bible studies.
• Our next quarterly Congregational meeting is on Monday, September 11, at which we will vote on significant changes to the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws as proposed by our Elder team. Members are encouraged to review the associated documents which you can find at the link in the show notes, and attend one of three forums to learn more about these changes and ask questions. Forums will be held this Sunday, August 27th following the 10:30 service at both campuses, as well as on Wednesday, August 30 from 6:30-7:30 PM.
• Just a reminder that beginning on September 3, our service times are changing to accommodate live preaching at all services. Central will gather at 9 and 10:45, and East will gather at 10.

GUIDE

Luke 1:1–4

[1] Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile a narrative of the things that have been accomplished among us, [2] just as those who from the beginning were eyewitnesses and ministers of the word have delivered them to us, [3] it seemed good to me also, having followed all things closely for some time past, to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus, [4] that you may have certainty concerning the things you have been taught. (ESV)

TRAIN

Thomas read a section of JC Ryle's short book titled Fighting for Holiness – Free online version here. 

• Whole Disciples Booklet
• Annual Meeting: June 5, Potluck at 6 PM, Worship & Meeting at 6:45 PM

Train
Parkview leaders unpack the three dimensions of Learning Jesus as a whole disciple:

• Andrea teaches us that a whole disciple submits to God's Word.
• Devon teaches us that a whole disciple embraces one's true identity in Jesus.
• Thomas teaches us that a whole disciple grows with God's people.

For more information and resources, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

• Whole Disciples Booklet
• Annual Meeting: June 5, Potluck at 6 PM, Worship & Meeting at 6:45 PM

Train
Parkview leaders unpack the three dimensions of Living Jesus as a whole disciple:

• Mark teaches us that a whole disciple pursues the Spirit's leading prayerfully.
• Mark teaches us that a whole disciple stewards all of life for God's glory.
• Will teaches us that a whole disciple invites others to take the next step.

For more information and resources, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

• Community Groups Spring session is coming to a close and the Summer session starts June 4.
  • Interview with Dane Ortlund about Gentle and Lowly
  • Email office@parkviewchurch.org if you need help regarding the new format of Community Groups
• VBS, June 12-16, 9 AM - 12 PM
  • Volunteers, especially adult small group leaders, needed
  • Pre-K is full, but all other grades up to 6th grade are available

Train
Parkview leaders unpack the three dimensions of Loving Jesus as a whole disciple:

• Wade teaches us that a whole disciple loves Jesus passionately above all else.
• Wade teaches us that a whole disciple repents with a humble heart.
• Doug teaches us that a whole disciple loves God's people.

For more information and resources, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

• Community Groups Spring session is coming to a close and the Summer session starts June 4.
  • Interview with Dane Ortlund about Gentle and Lowly
  • Email office@parkviewchurch.org if you need help regarding the new format of Community Groups
• VBS, June 12-16, 9 AM - 12 PM
  • Volunteers, especially adult small group leaders, needed
  • Pre-K is full, but all other grades up to 6th grade are available

Train
Parkview leaders unpack the three dimensions of Living Jesus as a whole disciple:

• Mark teaches us that a whole disciple pursues the Spirit's leading prayerfully.
• Mark teaches us that a whole disciple stewards all of life for God's glory.
• Will teaches us that a whole disciple invites others to take the next step.

For more information and resources, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

• New Members Class: Wednesday, May 10 from 6-8 PM
• Mother-Daughter Tea: Saturday, May 13 from 9-11 AM

Train
Parkview leaders unpack the three dimensions of Learning Jesus as a whole disciple:

• Andrea teaches us that a whole disciple submits to God's Word.
• Devon teaches us that a whole disciple embraces one's true identity in Jesus.
• Thomas teaches us that a whole disciple grows with God's people.

For more information and resources, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

• New Members Class: Wednesday, May 10 from 6-8 PM
• Mother-Daughter Tea: Saturday, May 13 from 9-11 AM

Train
Parkview leaders unpack the three dimensions of Loving Jesus as a whole disciple:

• Wade teaches us that a whole disciple loves Jesus passionately above all else.
• Wade teaches us that a whole disciple repents with a humble heart.
• Doug teaches us that a whole disciple loves God's people.

For more information and resources, please visit parkviewchurch.org/wholedisciples.

• Podcast update: for the next four weeks, the Groups podcast will look slightly different; instead of the typical Guide and Train segments, we will be streaming content from the Training Podcast to align with our Definition of a Whole Disciple sermon series.
• Meet Global Workers Mark and Abigail at Central Campus! They will be sharing in-service at 9 and 10:30 as well as in our Ambassadors class at 10:30 in Room 108.

Train

Pastor Thomas Hoak walks us through the core definition of a whole disciple: a forgiven child of God who is taking the next step to learn Jesus, love Jesus, and live Jesus.

• Elder Budget forums are on 4/23 and 4/30 at 2 PM in the Atrium at Central Campus. The budget proposal and elder candidates will be released to the congregation sometime in the next week. These forums are an opportunity to ask questions about either of these things.
• As I've mentioned before, this summer, we are studying Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers by Dane Ortlund in groups. This week on our Training Podcast, Wade and I chatted with Dane about the book to help get you and your groups excited to study this book together. You can catch that episode on Wednesday of this week.

Guide

• Acts 28

Train

• We reflected on the book of Acts as a whole, asking "what have we learned, and what fruit have we seen from our time in this book?"

• Elder Budget forums are on 4/23 and 4/30 at 2 PM in the Atrium at Central Campus. The budget proposal and elder candidates will be released to the congregation sometime in the next week. These forums are an opportunity to ask questions about either of these things.
• The Faith Academy Banquet is on 4/27 at 7 PM. Let’s celebrate God’s faithfulness over the past 10 years at Faith Academy! Doors open at 6:15 pm. Come early and enjoy some fun and delicious desserts and appetizers. Program starts at 7:00 pm and will end at 8:00 pm. Register here: https://secure.fundeasy.com/ministrysync/event/home.php?e=24954&fbclid=IwAR2vVYRwpE9Nfaijwta91r8RPBjtThDB00-GQoC8haG5xHJbjIEvbwWLD3A

Guide

• Acts 27

Train

• Thomas responded to a disciplemaking case study – "what do I do when someone in my group is attending another church, but wants to remain as part of the group?" 

• Learn about our Easter services by clicking here
• Find out more about the Matters of Life and Death seminar by clicking here.

Guide

• Acts 26

Train

• Thomas previewed our upcoming definition of a whole disciple sermon series

• Find out more about the Matters of Life and Death seminar by clicking here.
• Find out more about the East Campus Potluck by clicking here.

Guide

• Acts 25

Train

• Thomas reviewed the session structure for Community Groups and previewed our summer plan to read Gentle and Lowly as groups.

• As a staff, we want to pray for you! One way we would like to do this is by creating a photo wall in our front office at Central Campus so that we are often reminded of your lovely faces throughout the week, and prompted to pray for you. Our admin team is working hard on making this happen, but they've encountered a problem: we're missing photos! If you haven't yet, please add your photo to our online church directory. The video instructions for how to access that are linked in the show notes of today's episode. If you have any trouble doing that, you can also email one to office@parkviewchurch.org or drop a physical copy by the front office.

Guide

• Acts 23:12-24:27

Train

• Thomas gave some practical tips for developing a culture of prayer in your group. 

• Easter is on Sunday, April 9! Attend one, invite one, and serve one. Find out more at parkviewchurch.org/easter. 

Guide

• Acts 22:22-23:11

Train

• Thomas gave some practical tips for developing a culture of prayer in your group. 

• Join us in sprucing up the Central Campus and preparing for Easter events & visitors! All ages and skills are welcome. Saturday, March 25 from 8AM-12PM. This is a great service opportunity for you to do with your group! Find more information by clicking here. 
• Our annual Easter event for families, Walk With Jesus, is coming up on April 1 from 4-7:30 PM! Kids and their families can experience an amazing and thought-provoking journey with an up-close look at the events of Easter week. This event is not possible without the time and talents of people like you! From room setup and decoration to acting and snack prep, there is a way you can be part of Walk with Jesus. You can register to attend or serve at parkviewchurch.org/events.

Guide

• Acts 21:17-22:21 – led by College pastor Wade Urig

Train

• Thomas and Wade talked through a disciplemaking case study involving a group member who is too shy to pray.

• Be sure to attend the congregational meeting on March 6 at Central Campus. Potluck starts at 6, business meeting starts at 7. Childcare is available for children ages 0-10, but you need to RSVP by February 28. Get more info here.
• Our annual Easter event for families, Walk With Jesus, is coming up on April 1 from 4-7:30 PM! Kids and their families can experience an amazing and thought-provoking journey with an up-close look at the events of Easter week. This event is not possible without the time and talents of people like you! From room setup and decoration to acting and snack prep, there is a way you can be part of Walk with Jesus. You can register to attend or serve at parkviewchurch.org/events.

Guide

• Acts 21:1-16

Train

• The inner life of a leader – how to lead from our emptiness and Christ's fullness. Thomas shared from a book called Leadership as an Identity by Crawford C Loritts, Jr. 

• Be sure to attend the congregational meeting on March 6 at Central Campus. Potluck starts at 6, business meeting starts at 7. Childcare is available for children ages 0-10, but you need to RSVP by February 28. Get more info here.
• If you are interested in being baptized, register for our next baptism class on Tuesday, March 7 at 6PM at Central Campus. 

Guide

• Acts 20:17-38

Train

• No training segment this week!

• Find out more about the Women's Lent study, "40 days with Jesus" by clicking here.
• Please pray about Parkview's current giving deficit, and consider giving as God leads you.

Guide

• Acts 20:1-16

Train

• Getting to Know People

• Soup-er Bowl Food Drive on Sunday, February 12. Join us in blessing our community through the gift of food!
• If you still need an opportunity to serve at Parkview, there are many ways to do so. We have a particular need for hospitality volunteers at the 10:30 hour at Central Campus. Please sign up here https://www.parkviewchurch.org/serve/.

Guide

• Acts 19:21-41

Train

• The power of attention

• Soup-er Bowl Food Drive on Sunday, February 12. Join us in blessing our community through the gift of food!
• The Benevolence Fund exists so that we can help Parkview members and their loved ones when they have a particular financial need. If you or someone you know has a financial need, please contact the office to begin the process.

Guide

• Acts 19:8-20
• Resource: Does Demon Possession Happen in the West?

Train

• How to foster a habit of confession

• Deacon nominations are upon us! If you know someone who would be excellent as a Deacon, or servant, to our church, we invite you to nominate them! You can do so and learn more by contacting Emily.
• Women's Retreat registration is now open! Register by midnight on Sunday, 1/29 for an early bird discount.

Guide

• Acts 18:18-19:7

Train

• Leaders Retreat Recap

Inform

• 2023 Bible Reading Plan
• Women's Retreat, February 10-11
• Parkview Training Podcast

Guide

• Acts 18:1-17

Train

• The Power of Persuasion