en A Place to be REAL with others and with God http://www.myvanguardchurch.org © Copyright 2000 - 2008Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33&article_id=128 To post items to Vanguard's Virtual Board, please email rachel_chavez@vanguardchurch.org Be sure to include Complete Details about your item. Postings will run for 30 days, unless otherwise requested. Thu, 13 Mar 2008 15:20:38 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33&article_id=534 Male Roommate Wanted02/25/2008--- Male roommate wanted. $400 (negotiable) a month gets you: - A sweet bachelor pad in S. Monument, just east of Lewis-Palmer H.S. (i.e. 50" plasma and a huge deck for BBQing). - A bedroom that's about 12'x12'. - Your very own bathroom which you won't have to share. - *All inclusive* laundry, utilities, and high speed wireless (no cable TV). - I try to go snowboarding once a week and you can tag along if you like. The sooner you could move in the better, but I'll pro-rate your rent for whatever month you move in if you can't move in right away. Please contact: Tim Kippel at tim.kippel@gmail.com, by Facebook, or 930-1232 Thu, 13 Mar 2008 14:44:44 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33&article_id=527 Roommate Needed01/16/2008--- I have a house in south/central Colorado Springs. The house is new with all new appliances. It is a 3 bedroom/ 2.5 bath and I need to rent out one of the rooms. Roommate would have their own bathroom as well. It's in a incredible, quiet neighborhood and great location, minutes from downtown/shopping/coffee/grocery stores/I-25. Rent is $475 with a $200 deposit If interested, please call Dan (719-337-9598) Thu, 13 Mar 2008 14:44:44 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=398 Muslim Community--- Abdel Azim M Elsiddig Abdel Azim M Elsiddig was born in Sudan. He studied law and sharia (Islamic law) at the Faculty of Law, University of Khartoum where he graduated with honors-Upper Division. Abdel received his Masters Law degree from the Law School at the University of Pennsylvania. He has his Doctorate degree (Islamic Legal Theory) from Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Abdel is a Professor of Islamic Law at the Islamic American University. He lives in the Chicago suburbs with his wife (Hanan) and his four children (2 sons & 2 daughters) Amel, Harith, Yomna and Tul. To contact Abdel please email him at abdel.elsiddig@gmail.com Mon, 25 Feb 2008 11:46:01 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=54 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=54&article_id=3 The CoNeXtion is Vanguard's ministry to singles and is the place where you can meet new people and build significant relationships. The CoNeXtion ministry creates an environment for single's to: Care - Take the risk to be known and trusted in a small group over a long period of time. Nvest -Let the fingerprints of your life's service exist longer than you will. Leave a legacy. Xperience - Join the journey of pursuing REAL relationships with people and with the God of our universe. Paul wrote in Ephesians, "I pray that Christ will be more and more at home in your hearts as you trust in him. May your roots go down deep into the soil of God's marvelous love. And may you have the power to understand, as all God's people should, how wide, how long, how high, and how deep his love really is (3:17-19)." It's our desire that people begin a REAL relationship with Jesus Christ. There is a deep passion at Vanguard to leave something significant for our world and to provide environments where God can be experienced and people can connect relationally with each other. Your invited to be cared for and to care for others, to be invested in and to invest in others, and to experience God's powerful love and the opportunity to express it to others. Come to the CoNeXtion and Care, Nvest, Xperience. The CoNeXtion meets on Friday nights @ 6:30 p.m., in theater #4 at Vanguard's main campus. For more information or to get connected contact brent.holcombe@adelphia.net or call the church office 719.591.8800. Tue, 10 Jul 2007 15:57:52 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=194 APRIL 25, 2005 --- Vanguard Church Hosts Historical Event Recent events in Colorado Springs have brought the issue of homosexuality to the forefront once again. Issues related to homosexuality are some of the most challenging and difficult for people to address. Vanguard Church and Focus on the Family co-hosted a community discussion on homosexuality where they moved this issue out of the political arena and into a relational environment. Order a 2/CD set of the Evening (suggested donation of $5.00)Download an MP3 version now (2 hour discussion | 31MB) Wed, 16 Aug 2006 11:54:47 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=39 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=39&article_id=66 At Vanguard, we are very passionate about people building real, lasting, relationships with others over a long period of time. It is our desire that people develop meaningful friendships, family friends, and experience life events together. If you are interested in connecting with other people and starting new relationships or deepening current relationships, we invite you to be a part of our community. There are three (3) main avenues we have provided for people to get to know one another. SMALL GROUPS Our small groups have a variety of reasons for existing. Some are long term and some are short term. All have a relational element and are designed to create a place where people can be known. MINISTRIES All of our ministries have leadership teams which form communities for each other and directional leadership. Great friendships and teams are formed as people serve alongside one another with a common purpose. OUR STAFF Our staff deeply desire to help you connect with other people. If you have questions about a specific ministry or about our church, contact who you would like. Wed, 9 Aug 2006 16:15:48 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=449 Become, REAL with us and love others into a REAL relationship with Jesus Christ! R-ealize the Cost E-mbrace His commands A-lign your allegiance to Jesus Christ L-ove others into a "REAL" relationship with Jesus Christ Wed, 9 Aug 2006 15:48:07 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=101 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=101&article_id=450 This is a basic overview of the login area once you have received your personal "Login" and "Password". When you log in you will be taken to your own personal "Home Page". From this page you can select different areas to go into. Home Page Area - There are four selections from the top left menu area Home - From this area you can maneuver many different areas (Personal and Public). My Profile - In this area you can update/change your personalized information and look at "Reports and Action". The "Reports and Actions" area is for listing personal and or family giving. You have the ability to share with others what you do and don\'t want to share. (The initial setting in this area are very restrictive. Only your name, your gender, and your marital status can be seen from anyone with a login and password.) Edit Main - This area can be used to add any personal information a picture Contact- This area contains your contact information MyFit & Community - This area contains your spiritual gifts, Passions, abilities, activities, music, internet information, and other perosnalized information. Dashboard - This area gives a general overview of your Vanguard community. (Discussions, Groups, Events, Documents, Group News and Articles, Transactions, family profile, etc.). Logout - This will take you to a general information screen fro Groups From the Left menu area selections Families - List the head of each family Individuals - List all individuals over the age of 12 years of age Groups - By Default it will list the groups you are a part of. You can list all groups Event Calendar - Shows events listed for everyone and for your specific groups Documents - Shows documents uploaded into the "Document File Library" for your specific groups Discussions - List by default the Discussion topics of the groups you are a part of. It can also show other discussions Tasks - A one time "To Do" lists created by a group leader Positions - These are defined as "Positions of Service" in the church. (Currently not assigned) I Want To... - This is a quick access to seven different areas of the online community. Links in the Top right hand area. Help Training There are Links in the lower right hand area to useful tools on the web Dayspring.com - send and ecard Biblegateway.com- bible search Maps.Google.com - map search Weather.com- local weather Search function You can search for individuals by their last name or for Group name. Wed, 9 Aug 2006 15:47:11 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=447 "Myvanguardchurch.org" is a place where you can connect with the Vanguard community. This is where you can be "REAL" with others in the Vanguard community. By requesting a login and password you have the opportunity to begin to connect with other people here at Vanguard. People who may have the same interest, (ministries, recreational groups, events, people who may be in the same phase of life, or you may even want to simply communicate with the Vanguard leadership). Whatever you are searching for in a community we hope you can find it here. If you can't, let us know. We will strive to make this a place where you can connect. Wed, 9 Aug 2006 15:46:45 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=407 May 15th, 2006 --- Vanguard Church Hosted the 2nd Community Discussion Vanguard Church, on Monday, May 15th, hosted a 6 panel member board, representing the Muslim community, Jewish community, and Chrisitian community. The Sudan State Foreign Minister Mr. Ali Karti said the "Opening Prayer". The first hour was devoted for each panel member to answer a set of pre-determined questions. Following that time, the audience was able interact with the panel members by having a thirty minute question and answer time. To read short bios of each panel member go to the "In the Community" tab located to the upper left in the menu bar. Click here to read the "Press Release" in a PDF format. Download an audio MP3(25mb) verson now (1:47 runtime) Order a 2/CD set of the Evening (suggested donation of $5.00) For more information please contact Sarah Harding at sarah_harding@myvanguardchurch.org Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:10:37 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=205 PANEL B --- Joe Dallas A counselor, public speaker and author of three books including the recently released When Homosexuality Hits Home. Joe served for three years as president of Exodus International and has represented the Christian position on human sexuality through numerous secular and religious media appearances. Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:07:06 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=302 AUGUST 8, 2005 --- Leader's Insight: Harry Potter and the Hogwart's VBS How one church embraces popular culture to accomplish its evangelism mission. (Interview with Tosha Williams | by Christianity Today) When Vanguard created a vacation Bible school based on the Harry Potter books in 2003, they attracted a lot of media attention and criticism. With the release of the newest Pottter book, their VBS story was told again on national television. So we spoke with Tosha Williams, creator of the "Potter Project" at Vanguard, about the issue of using popular culture to accomplish the church's mission. Read the full article at Christianity Today Read what The New York Times had to sayRead more on Religion News Blog Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:04:29 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=397 May 15th, 2006 --- Vanguard Church Hosted the 2nd Community Discussion Vanguard Church, on Monday, May 15th, hosted a 6 panel member board, representing the Muslim community, Jewish community, and Chrisitian community. The first hour was devoted for each panel member to answer a set of pre-determined questions. Following that time, the audience was able interact with the panel members by having a thirty minute question and answer time. Download an audio MP3(25mb) verson now (1:47 runtime) Order a 2/CD set of the Evening (suggested donation of $5.00) For more information concerning this event please contact Sarah Harding at sarah_harding@myvanguardchurch.org. Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:42 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=413 Jewish Community--- Rabbi Anat Moskovitz Rabbi Anat Moskowitz has been the Senior Rabbi at Temple Shalom for the past 5 years. She is also an adjunct professor at Colorado College and works as a prison chaplain in Canon City. Prior to working in Colorado Springs, she was an assistant Rabbi in Los Angeles, a middle school principal, day school Rabbi and worked for Beit Teshuvah, a facility for Jews in recovery from addictions. Rabbi Moskowitz also worked as a chaplain for Nechama, a Jewish agency in Los Angeles serving the AIDS community. Before her rabbinic journey she was a 3rd grade teacher for 10 years and also worked as a foreign language tour guide at Disneyland. She received her BA in Psychology from California State University Long Beach, a California Teachers Credentials and 2 Masters Degrees, and then received Rabbinic Ordination from the University of Judaism in 1999. To contact Rabbi Moskovitz please email her at amoskowitz@adelphia.net Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:25 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=414 Muslim Community--- Arshad Yousufi Arshad is a believing and practicing Muslim. Born in India, he grew up in Pakistan and lived in England 11 years. He has lived in the United States for 22 years, 20 of those in Colorado Springs. He is a naturalized US citizen. Currently Arshad is the spokesperson for the Islamic Society of Colorado Springs and in the past was their president. He works for Agilent as an electrical engineer. To contact Arshad please email the Islamic Society of Colorado Springs at info@isocs.org or visit their website at http://isocs.org/ Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:25 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=415 Jewish Community--- Rabbi Howard Abel Hirsch Rabbi Hirsch is the Founding President of The Center for Christian-Jewish Dialogue. Born in Cleveland Ohio, he was educated at The University of Chicago and Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland Ohio and is an honors graduate of The Jewish Theological Seminary of America in New York where he earned a master's degree in Hebrew Literature and rabbinic ordination and was awarded the degree of Doctor of Divinity. He has taught at Regis University, Denver, and Colorado Springs since 1990. He received the Regis Instructor of the Year Award in 1991 and was honored on two other occasions for excellence in undergraduate education at Regis. In 1995 Rabbi Hirsch founded the Center for Christian-Jewish Dialogue, a non-profit organization whose mission "... is to affirm what Christians and Jews have in common and encourage understanding and respect for each other's faith, culture and history." Rabbi Hirsch is the author of "A Passover Celebration for Christians," now in its fifth edition which was originally funded by a grant from Regis University. He is currently Rabbi Emeritus at Temple Shalom in Colorado Springs. To contact Rabbi Hirsch please call the Center for Christian-Jewish Dialogue at 570-7931. Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:25 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=416 Christian Community--- Bishop Richard Hanifen Bishop Hanifen was born June 15th, 1931 in Denver, CO. He graduated from Regis High School (1949) and Regis University (1953) in Denver, CO. After graduating he entered St. Thomas Seminary, Denver, 1953. Then he was ordained a priest for the Archdiocese of Denver, June 6, 1959. He received a Masters in Theology and was he was given the role Associate Pastor for Our Lady of the Mountains in Estes Park. After a brief stay there he was named as Associate Pastor at Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, 1959. He then received a Masters Degree in Guidance and Counseling from the Catholic University in Washington, D.C. Then he received a Licentiate in Canon Law from the University of the Lateran in Rome, 1968. Bishop Hanifen was then assigned as Secretary to the Archbishop of Denver, 1968-1974, and named Auxiliary Bishop of Denver by Pope Paul VI, September 20, 1974. He then was assigned as Episcopal Vicar to the Southern Region of the Archdiocese of Denver, January 6, 1976 until January 30, 1984. He has been named founding Bishop of the new Diocese of Colorado Springs, January 30, 1984 then he retired January 30, 2003. To contact Bishop Hanifen please email him at rhanifen@diocs.org Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:25 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=417 Christian Community--- Carl Medearis Carl Medearis and his family lived in Beirut from 1992 until 2004. They now reside in the Denver area. Through unique and strategic approaches around the Arab world, he helped university students, businessmen, and political leaders live their lives by the principles of Jesus in order to change their nations. Today, Carl spends much of his time working with these leaders, both in the West and in the Arab world, with the goal of seeing a total transformation of the Middle East through the life and teachings of Jesus of Nazareth. To contact Carl please email him at carl.medearis@nowmail.org Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:25 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=303 Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:25 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=201 PANEL A --- Ginger Morgan Serves as one of the Chaplains at Colorado College.She is pursuing a PhD through Iliff School of Theology and Denver University in Pastoral Theology. She has also served as a chaplain in the Penrose St. Francis Health Care system prior to assuming her current position at CC. Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:25 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=202 PANEL A --- Ryan Acker The newly appointed Advocacy Advisor at Pikes Peak Gay & Lesbian Community Center, and acted as the Center's Director and spokesperson for the past three years. Ryan has an extensive background in social services and sociology, and has worked with the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community throughout his professional career. Ryan also worked to coordinate "Gay Day at Focus on the Family", advocated with officials to see the importance and validity of beginning a gay/straight alliance at a local high school, and began a GLBT empowerment group at Pikes Peak Community College, in addition to working with city employees who lost their domestic partner health benefits allegedly due to budget restraints. Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:25 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=204 PANEL B --- Melissa Fryrear As the Gender Issues Analyst for Focus on the Family, Melissa is actively involved in public speaking, writing and educating the church and society on homosexuality. She has also shared her story with national and international audiences. Melissa also serves as the church affiliate representative for Exodus International and holds a Masters of Divinity from Asbury Theological Seminary. Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:25 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=199 PANEL A --- Reverand Benjamin Broadbent Primary job responsibilities: ministering to children, youth and families.  Mr. Broadbent is the Associate Minister, First Congregational United Church of Christ, Colorado Springs, and received a Masters of Divinity (MDiv) from Harvard Divinity School, Harvard University.  Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:25 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=203 PANEL B --- Glenn T. Stanton The Senior Analyst for Marriage and Sexuality and the Director of Social Research and Cultural Affairs at Focus on the Family. He has just completed Marriage on Trial which addresses reasons why same-sex marriage and parenting are not good ideas. Glenn also serves as a consultant to the Bush Administration on increasing father involvement in the Head Start program. Mon, 31 Jul 2006 17:02:25 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=75 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=75&article_id=262 Small Group Connection OpportunitiesIf you have been wondering how to meet new people or get connected to the ministry of Vanguard Church, you are in the right place! It is the heartbeat of Vanguard Church that you grow deeper in your relationship to God and develop long lasting friendships with others here. These small groups are offered throughout the week so that you may connect with other people. Mid-Week Connection ServiceOn Wednesday Nights, Vanguard Church offers a Mid-week Connection Service from 6:00 to 6:45 pm. Dinner is offered at 5:00 to 5:45 pm. The Mid-week Connection Service consists of communion, worship, prayer, and an opportunity for you to hear what is going on at Vanguard. The Mid-week Connection Service will vary from week to week in format and content. If you would like to learn more about the Wednesday night dinners contact the church office at 591-8800 or email heidi_white@myvanguardchurch.org .Small GroupsMost small group sizes are about three to ten people. The small groups and small gatherings have been categorized according to what day they occur. All groups and gatherings have a description, location of where they are meeting, and a contact number or email to get in touch with the leader. If you have questions or need assistance, contact our office at 591-8800, email heidi_white@myvanguardchurch.org or rickclapp@myvanguardchurch.org. Wed, 19 Jul 2006 20:57:08 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=89 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=89&article_id=185 If you have been wondering how to meet new people or get connected into some of the ministries of Vanguard Church, this packet has been created for you. It is the heartbeat of Vanguard Church that you grow deeper in your relationship to God and develop long lasting friendships with others here. These R-Groups are offered throughout the week and weekends so that you may connect with other people, build new relationships, and grow in your journey with God. R-Groups (Recreational & Relational) are designed and facilitated around the leader and the type of group they are leading. R-Groups vary in the frequency that they meet and how long the group will last. All of the dynamics of the group are developed by the leader and those who are participating. R-Groups vary in types and are for men and women. Take a look through the different groups and contact the leader for information about the group or to join the group. All R-Group information can be found on Vanguard's web page: www.myvanguardchurch.org. Spring/Summer 2005 Creative Memories Scrapbooking (4th Thursday of the Month @ 7:00 pm) Led by Laura Clapp If you already enjoy scrap-booking or want to get started, join us as we work on our albums together and spend time with other women of Vanguard. We will meet April 28, May 26, June 23, and July 28 (The fourth Thursday of each month). You may come to as many or as few evenings as you are available. The time will be from 7:00 - 10:00 pm. We will be meeting at the home of Jill Bailey, Creative Memories Consultant. The cost is $3.00 each time. Jill will be available to guide you if you need it or get you started if you are just beginning. For more information or directions contact Laura Clapp. Contact Information: RLCL2000@aol.com / 550-4383 Fly Fishing (TBD) Led by John Cressman & Jeff Kiepke Come enjoy the great Colorado outdoors while meeting others who love to fish. We will go out periodically throughout the spring, summer, and fall for a great time of fly fishing. All of our meetings will be fishing on the water! All dates and locations to be announced. If interested contact John Cressman or Jeff Kiepke. Contact Information: John Cressman: cressmans@usa.net / 719-491-0910 & Jeff Kiepke: jkeipke@adelphia.net / 719-337-7732 PS2 Madden 2005 (4th Monday of the Month @ 7:00 pm) Led by Chris Fowler This R-Group is for Madden 2005 - Playstation 2 fans. The 4th Monday of each month you are invited to come and enjoy a little bit of the NFL in the spring and summer at 7:00 pm. We will meet at the home of Chris Fowler: April 25, May 23, June 27, July 25, August 22, & September 26. For more information or directions contact Chris Fowler. Contact Information: chrisfowler@mac.com / 487-8311 Halo2 (Fridays @ 8:00 pm) Led by Steve Zitzman Guys- Halo2 (or regular Halo, if determined it would be fun) - this is a time to blow off steam accumulated throughout the work week. If you are interested in meeting others who enjoy Halo2 you are invited. There will be a $15 fee - this will help defray some of the cost of food, pop, etc. We will meet every Friday night (during the term) at Steve's house, start time of 8pm, end time of no-later-than 2am. There is open space for eleven gents. "Halo 2 is a lot like Halo, only it's Halo on fire, going 130 miles per hour through a hospital zone, being chased by helicopters and ninjas,” explained Jason Jones, head of Bungie Studios. "And the ninjas are all on fire, too.” For more information or directions contact Steve Zitzman. Contact Information: sjz@rlholdings.com / 440-9075 Father/Son, Hiking/Backpacking (TBA during Spring/Summer) Led by Jim Pustizzi Fathers and sons, if you are looking for an opportunity to experience the outdoors and grow deeper in relationship with each other, you are invited to "LEADING the WAY.” This hiking/backpacking R-Group is for Fathers and sons (10-15 years of age). We will be doing some short and easy day hikes leading up to an all day backpack hike with an overnight camp-out. We will start each session with an icebreaker activity and team building activity. All who participate will be required to give journalizing a try. We will have a prayer time and scripture reading and how it relates to everyday real life. Our hikes and locations will be determined later on after the group forms. For more information contact Jim Pustizzi. Contact Information: jimp@d20.co.edu Mosaic Musicians (TBD) Led by Lance Gurwell Do you play an instrument or sing, or want to? Have you written some music you'd like to hear performed? We're exploring the possibility of forming a regular, structured band night for folks who'd like to get together on a regular basis (bi-monthly, monthly, whatever), to learn to play and sing the songs we use in worship at Vanguard as well as other originals. Musicians of all kinds welcome - singers, guitarists, drummers, saxophone players, bassists, percussion, keyboards or kazoos, we don't really care (well, ok, maybe we don't need too many kazoo players). The sole purpose is to have fun, meet new people, and honor the Lord through our love and enjoyment of His music. For more information or questions contact Lance Gurwell. Contact Information: lance1284@earthlink.net Mom's Play Group (2nd & 4th Tuesdays) Led by Genesis Baker A place for moms and children to fellowship and have fun! We will meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday morning of the month, June - August. We are planning picnics, a trip to PUMP IT UP, the Denver Zoo, the Discovery Emporium at Whits End and a pool trip. We will meet at these various spots, except for the Denver Zoo, and directions will be provided. This R-Group is a great place to get to know other mothers and build new relationships. For more information contact Genesis Baker. Contact Information: genesisbaker@yahoo.com / 622-1769. Ars Poetica Poetry Group (Bi-Monthly, TBD) Led by Greg Cole Do you like to read, discuss, and/or write poetry? Then why not connect with others who have the same passion? The Ars Poetica Group is a new R-Group that is devoted to the art of poetry. We will meet twice monthly to read and discuss poetry. The poems may be your original compositions or any poems that you enjoy and find significant. The times (probably evenings around 7:00 PM) and place (possibly Starbucks) have not been totally determined yet. If you are interested, contact Greg Cole. Contact Information: greg@colefamily.ws / 572-0070. Horseback Trail Riding (Monthly, TBD) Led by Cathy Holcombe If you own a horse and would be interested in meeting other Vanguardians with horses, this R-Group is for you! The group would potentially meet once a month to ride trails locally around the Colorado Springs area. Members must have their own horse and take care of their own transportation/trailering to and from the designated trail rides. All disciplines of riding are welcome! For more information or questions contact Cathy Holcombe. Contact Information: a1concrete@adelphia.net / 499-1536 Stamp, Scrap, & Snack (Every other Tuesday @ 7:00 pm) Led by Dana Campbell Ever needed some time away to finish those scrapbook pages? How about getting a jump start on card making (i.e.; birthday, dad's day, even Christmas)? Ever need a little help coming up with a fresh idea? Now is your chance to do all of this and build great friendships too! We will meet every other Tuesday at my home to stamp, scrap, snack and just have a good ol'time. You will have the luxury of using my supplies in my craft room and if it is a new idea you are looking for, what better way to get that then having 'new eyes' look at it. Come join us this summer for a whole lot of fun! We will meet every other Tuesday starting May 10th (the possible exception would be July 5th, due to the holiday) from 7:00 to 10:00 pm. Please bring a small drink or snack to share. If possible, please leave little ones home, if you need help with this, please contact me on a personal basis. For more information or directions contact Dana Campbell. Contact Information: danamr0905@adelphia.net / 266-8653 Mountain Biking (Bi-Monthly, TBD) Led by Chip Beard Come experience the greatness of mountain biking! This mountain biking R-Group will get together to enjoy God's great outdoors and have a great time on two wheels! Whether you're just beginning to ride or you are training to compete, all are welcome. We will ride as a group and determine abilities and then work on increasing technical skills and endurance. We will begin meeting at the church on Saturday mornings every other weekend at . The meeting place will change as we begin to adventure out and do other rides throughout Colorado Springs and Monument. Bring your lunch so we can take a break and fellowship! This R-Group is open to ages 16 and up. Things you MUST have: Mountain Bike in good riding condition, Helmet, Water Bottles or Hydration Pack, 2 spare tubes and tire levers, Hand pump or Co2 quick pump. Things recommended: Bicycle Gloves, Riding Shorts, Sunglasses, First aid kit, and Power Bars, Energy Gels. If you need to get your bike ready to ride or have any questions about riding gear contact Chip Beard. Contact Information: chip@cascadecompanies.com / 487-8476 Cell is Toll Free: 866.600.8440 Pick-up Basketball (Friday Afternoons @ 1:30pm, Briargate YMCA) Led by Rick Clapp If you love playing hoops, come out on Fridays. Pick-up games on Fridays are for guys of all different skills on all different types of work schedules. Come when you want as often as you want. If you are looking for exercise and an opportunity to meet others over the great game of basketball, you are invited. To be added to the basketball email distribution list contact Rick Clapp. Contact Information: rickclapp@myvanguardchurch.org / 591-8800 Men's Softball (TBD) Led by Dave Bush & Dustin Rupe The purpose of this R-Group is to get a group of guys together to do what we do best, play sports! We would also like to see this group of men grow together not only as a team but as a group of men that are there for each other whether on or off the field. Our goal is to have a group where men can unwind, let loose, and build strong friendships with one another that can lead to stronger friendships in the future. The team will meet for 2 practices before the season starts. The practices would be held on Saturday mornings and would last for a couple hours at Cottonwood Creek Park unless otherwise informed. Once the season starts, we will meet once a week on game day, but would also like to meet one time in the middle and one time at the end of the season either with a BBQ or dinner out somewhere to socialize and to build stronger friendships. The softball season starts on June 6th and ends August 12th. We do not know what day the games will be held but are shooting for them to be on Monday nights. The location and cost of the games is also TBD. For more information contact Dave Bush (Coach) or Dustin Rupe (Assistant Coach). Contact Information: Dave Bush - 719-282-8086 or Dustin Rupe - 719-389-1378 Wed, 19 Jul 2006 20:57:08 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67&article_id=96 There is a prayer leaders meeting the first Saturday of every month 9:00 am in the Vanguard lobby. Contact the Vanguard Prayer Ministry to confirm time & place. prayer@myvanguardchurch.org Interested in finding out more about Vanguard Prayer - Contact us and/or come to a monthly prayer leaders meeting. Prayer leaders meetings consist of: Mutual encouragement in prayer - sessions of prayer together - accountability in prayer & relationship Hearing from a Vanguard Staff member & praying for them & their particular ministry Sharing new needs & new answers to prayer. Discussing Prayer Vision - "Where God wants to take us in this prayer Journey" Hearing & solving problems in the prayer ministry Wed, 19 Jul 2006 20:57:08 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67&article_id=97 If you like to pray or want to learn to pray more effectively, we invite you to come to one of our scheduled prayer times before the weekend services just to see if you have any interest in being a part. No obligations. Saturday - 4:10 pm - Led by George & Sue Mulhern, Mayme Shroyer. They meet on the SW of the main theater. Saturday - 6:00 pm - Led by Jan Jones, James & Becca Egbert, Phil & Jaleh Wuthier. They meet on the SW corner of the main theater. Sunday - 9:10 am - Led by Jim Schroeder, Velma Knierim & Jon Elsberry. They meet on the SW corner of the main theater. Sunday - 11:00 am - Led by Paula Stern, Eric Anderson & Ronette Treat. They meet on the NE corner of the main theater. To Contact the Vanguard Prayer Ministry prayer@myvanguardchurch.org Wed, 19 Jul 2006 20:57:08 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=76 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=76&article_id=119 Vanguard Church Life Group FAQ’s 1. What are Life Groups? Life Groups provide an avenue for Vanguard families and individuals to connect with each other in a new way. Each Life Group meets weekly and spends time building relationships with one another through discussion of the weekend message and it’s application in our lives. Some Groups also incorporate other topics of discussion as determined by the leaders. Unlike most Small Group options, Life Groups continue meeting each semester and participants have the option to stay in the Group for as long as they like. The purpose is to engage one another in relationships that are real and significant. Be prepared to make lasting friendships and grow spiritually as you share life experiences in this powerful ministry. 2. What is the format of Life Groups? Although this is not mandatory, most Life Groups discuss the message from the previous weekend and process the way that it applies in our daily lives and experiences. They pray together, encourage each other, serve the various needs in the group and in the process build deeper relationships and share life’s real experiences together.3. How are the Life Groups structured? a. How many people in each group? 10-12 people max. (5-6 couples) b. What role does the leader play? The leader facilitates group discussion, interaction, care and socialization. If possible, the leader also provides the venue for the meeting and organizes refreshments (if applicable) and other minor details. c. What are the responsibilities? In addition to the above information, the expectation is that these groups meet every week on a specific day of the week. That day can be different for each group, which allows more flexibility. Each group will work out it’s own childcare arrangements. Childcare arrangements are not mandatory and are left to the discretion of the leaders. 4. What are the meeting time frames? (Long-term and short term) Life Group meetings typically last about 2 hours. Of course the leadership will be directing that to some extent. Each group will run on the existing trimester basis (10 weeks) at which point participants are free to join another small group or remain in the group they started in. There would be no organized group meetings in the summer. Of course, individual groups may choose to do their own extracurricular activities during that time. 5. What type of curriculum is used? The leaders determine the actual curriculum. Typically, groups will discuss 3-5 questions that are based on Kelly’s message from that week. The objective is to take the message and process it in the context of people’s daily lives. The curriculum is not the focal point of gathering. It is simply a tool for getting people to share their lives and relate to each other. We suggest contacting the leaders individually to inquire about the format of their particular Group. 6. Is this a Bible Study? It is important to know that formal biblical training is not required of Life Group leaders. The objective is to simply present questions and promote open and honest discussion. Life Groups are not designed to be Bible Studies or provide answers to challenging life issues. Difficult theological or personal matters are directed to the appropriate church leadership. 7. How long must I commit to being in a group? We ask that you commit to fully participate in your Life Group for a minimum of one trimester (10 weeks). After that time, you are free to stay in the Group or depart without question or obligation. 8. How do I get connected? If you are interested in joining a Life Group, you can view information on the available groups at the Relation Station or by contacting the Church office. The Relation Station information includes the leaders names, the focus of the group if applicable, the meeting times and location and the slots available at that time. Once you sign up for a particular Group, you should be contacted by the leader to confirm your participation and answer any questions you may have. You may also feel free to contact a leader to learn more before you sign up for the group. While it is preferable to sign up at the beginning of a trimester, you may enter a Group at any time if space is available Loving Others in LIFE's Real Experiences Life Group: Steve & Tara Caton Phone: 719-491-2390 Email: catonfamily@adelphia.net Area: Northgate Meeting Day: Sundays Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Group Focus: Singles & Couples Steve and Tara have 3 children between the ages of 6 &14. They have been involved at Vanguard for 4 years. They both enjoy many outdoor activities including hiking, camping, snow skiing, and off-roading. Steve loves college football, and Tara teaches a variety of fitness classes at the YMCA and 24 Hour Fitness. This group is focused on building genuine relationships with others and a deeper faith in God. Life Group: Scott & Bria Cline (ClOSED) Phone: 719-477-0877 Email: briascott@adelphia.net Area: Central C/S Meeting Day: Thursdays Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Group Focus: Young Married Leader Information: Scott and Bria have been married for 4 years. They have been at Vanguard for 3 years. Scott is a maintenance tech for a commercial real estate company and goes to Colorado Christian Collage full time. Bria is a physical therapist at Penrose hospital. They enjoy hiking, gardening, home remodeling, golf and four wheeling. Life Group: Tommy & Hosanna Barton Phone: (719) 591-2458 Email: hannahjsmom@yahoo.com Area: East Of Vanguard Meeting Day: Wednesday Nights Time: 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Group Focus: Familys with small children - open to singles too! Tommy and Hosanna have been married for 7 years and have 2 daughters, ages 2 ½ and 2 months. They have been involved at Vanguard for over 4 years. Tommy works for Graner music and enjoys golf and yard work. Hosanna loves to work out and read. She is a stay-at-home mom. Come join us as we form new relationships and get to know others and God in a more intimate way. Life Group: Tony & Dana Campbell Phone: 719-266-8653 Email: danamr0905@msn.com Area: West Of Vanguard Meeting Day: Sundays Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Group Focus: Married Couples with children Potluck meal. Tony and Dana have 4 children, ages 12-2. They have been attending Vanguard for 5 years with involvement in men's, women's and children's ministries. Tony is an avid Bronco fan (who isn't?) as well as a Rockie's and Diamondback's fan (so is Dana). He also loves to fly fish! Dana loves to do crafts, especially stamping and scrapbooking. Tony is a Cub Master through Boy Scouts. He is an engineer. Dana provides child care from home. Tony and Dana look forward to ministering to others and building REAL relationships with their Life Group this fall. Life Group: Suzanne Sharp & Kris Harty Phone: Kris (719) 360-0367; Susan (719) 536-9008 Email: sharpesuz@msn.com Area: North Of Vanguard Meeting Day: Mondays Time: 6:45 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Group Focus: Single Women Coffee and treats provided. Ladies, we don't have to "do it all," and we were not designed to do it on our own. We were designed to do everything we do with a partner, with Jesus. Jesus is meant to be our primary partner in life and we are complete in Him. Join us and explore your relationship with Jesus, drawing closer to Him to discover what adventures He has for you. Life Group: Jo & Amanda Hofeditz Phone: (719) 572-9144 Email: amanda@christianpunks.com Area: East of Vanguard Meeting Day: Sunday Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Group Focus: Young Parents (30 or under)Joe and Amanda have 2 young children and have been married for 5 years. They have been involved at Vanguard for about one year. Joe is the Director of Technology at a brokerage firm, and Amanda is a stay-at-home mom. They love outdoor activities, including snowboarding, hiking, and running. Life Group: Rob & Leona Strait @ 5:00pm - 7:30pm Phone: (719) 591-9585 Email: serviceinnovations@worldnet.att.net Area: Gleneagle Meeting Day: Sundays Time: 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Group Focus: Family Potluck dinner. Children welcome; it's a family setting! Rob and Leona want to lead a Life Group because of the positive experience they had last year as Life Group participants. Their hobbies are running, biking, hiking and family-related activities such as camping and "family nights." They have attended Vanguard for 7 years. Rob and Leona have two young children. They have been married for 15 years, which has included a separation, near divorce and a miraculous restoration. They are excited to share their story and become a part of yours. Wed, 19 Jul 2006 20:57:08 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=91&article_id=426 2006 School of Evangelism Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove Post-Modern Evangelism: How to Bring the Sacred and Secular Together May 16-18, 2006 2006 School of Evangelism Tracks 1-8 taken from the CD Track 1- Introduction Billy Graham Association Track 2- Part 1 of 7 Kelly Williams Track 3- Part 2 of 7 Kelly Williams Track 4- Part 3 of 7 Kelly Williams Track 5- Part 4 of 7 Kelly Williams Track 6- Part 5 of 7 Kelly Williams Track 7- Part 6 of 7 Kelly Williams Track 8- Part 7 of 7 Kelly Williams Thu, 8 Jun 2006 14:57:05 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=33&article_id=337 Tue, 14 Mar 2006 12:49:48 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69&article_id=103 The Restoration Ministry believes that lies we believed or vows we made during the wounding events of our lives shape the way we interact with the world around us. The Restoration Ministry team desires to help other uncover these lies and vows and invite the Lord Jesus Christ to speak to the person in these wounds and resulting beliefs. We believe that many of the recurring struggles in our lives and relationships are a result of false beliefs we hold about whom we are in Christ and about whom he is. This often results in us believing one thing with our mind, but finding our heart believing and leading us astray. We have seen people set free from sexual and drug additions, marriage conflict, and anger issues. We have seen the Lord speak to and heal sexual, physical, mental and emotional abuse issues as well as issues of neglect and failure to receive necessary mental, emotional and physical support. However, most importantly we have seen the Lord move people into deeper personal relationship with him and the other relationships in their lives. There are two ways to get involved in the Restoration Ministry. Restoration Ministry has a team that ministers as a pairs to those wanting ministry, based on availability of ministry teams. Restoration also runs a seminar "Hearing Gods Heart", once attending the seminar follow-up TREK groups will give you the opportunity to minister and be ministered to in a men's or women's group. Sat, 6 Aug 2005 11:21:37 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67&article_id=98 Our desire is to be used by our Lord to help develope a "culture of prayer" i.e. people praying with people whenever, for whatever the need. If you are interested in being a part of a more pro-active plan in our quest for a "culture of prayer" ie. calling upon the name of The Lord our God - contact Jon. Sat, 6 Aug 2005 11:21:22 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=67&article_id=100 Each one of our Prayer Ministry Team has made a committment to pray every day for one of the Vanguard Staff & their family. Also, each prayer ministry team member is continully challenge to pray with one person every day. Prayer Team Members (as of 4/1/04) Eric Anderson James & Becca Egbert Jan Jones Velma Knierim George & Sue Mulhern Jim Schroeder Mame Shroyer Paula Stern Ronette Treat Phil & Jaleh Wuthier Jon & Sandi Elsberry Sat, 6 Aug 2005 11:21:22 MST http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69 http://www.myvanguardchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69&article_id=104 Based on Isaiah 57, 58, and 61; 2 Corinthians 4; Galatians 5; Colossians 1:28, 29; Ephesians 1:17; and Matthew 11:29. As a ministry called to freedom, Restoration Ministries will be a group of "recovering restorers." Gentle and humble in heart, we will function as earthen vessels, knowing that true healing power is of God and not of ourselves. As Jesus brings His light into each life, we will help people experience Him as He frees the captives and binds up the brokenhearted. We will renounce the things hidden and remove the obstacles that keep each one from the freedom for which he or she was called. We desire to be used to rebuild the foundation of peoples' lives as true knowledge of His identity and our identity in Him is restored. We will strive to see people freed to grow in purity, maturity, and to experience the fruit of the Spirit and all of the gifts the Lord has for them. Sat, 6 Aug 2005 11:21:22 MST