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Discussion Groups Begin the Week of September 6. Series Begins September 12-13.
Explore God is an initiative to unite hundreds of churches in DFW for the cause of Christ. At the heart of this effort are discussion groups and online resources that are designed to help us engage in life-giving conversations with our friends and neighbors around 7 Big Questions related to God that they are wrestling with. Start your own group, or join one of these discussion groups.
thebranchchurch.org/exploreGod 2
Start your own Discussion Group or join one! Find videos and resources at exploregod.com Farmers Branch Campus
Vista Ridge Campus
Dallas
3035 Valley View Ln, Farmers Branch, TX 75234
3601 Huffines Blvd, Carrollton, TX 75010
Facilitator: Tim and Jeanne Ketchersid Sundays at 5:00 pm
Facilitator: Jay Caldwell Saturdays at 7:00 pm
Location: Residence 3889 Gaspar Dr Facilitator: Laura Moss Saturdays at 9:00 am
Facilitator: Ryan Nienstadt Wednesdays at 6:30 pm
Facilitators: Jason and Nicole Depauw Sundays at 5:00 pm
Plano
Farmers Branch Location: Residence 13715 Tanglewood Ln Facilitator: Lindle Grigsby Thursdays at 6:30 pm Location: Evergreen Senior Living 11701 Mira Lago Blvd Facilitator: Joe Rodriguez Sundays at 5:00 pm Location: Residence 3001 Randy Ln Facilitators: Eddy and Verlen Ketchersid Tuesdays at 7:00 pm
Location: Residence 2935 Marsann Ln Facilitators: Chris and Kristin Brewer Sundays at 5:00 pm Location: Residence 14520 Oakmont Dr Facilitators: Jeremy and Stephenie Brewer Sundays at 5:00 pm Location: Residence 3165 Golden Oak Facilitator: Sherry Gilmer Fridays at 7:30 pm
Facilitators: Chris and Kelly Baker Sundays at 5:00 pm Facilitator: Chris Blair Sundays at 5:00 pm
Carrollton Location: Residence 2303 Sheraton Dr Facilitators: Nathan and Laura Lambert Sundays at 5:00 pm Location: Residence 2243 Woodcreek Facilitator: Ron Apple Wednesdays at 7:00 pm Location: Residence 2242 Trinity Springs Dr Facilitators: Bob and Barb Kester Sundays at 5:00 pm
Lewisville Location: Residence 2605 Avalon Dr Facilitator: Chris Goodspeed Sundays at 6:30 pm
Location: Residence 4549 Louisville Dr Facilitators: Aaron and Courtney Echols Sundays at 7:30 pm
McKinney Location: Residence 1913 Winchester St Facilitators: Steve and Linda Giddens Wednesdays at 7:00 pm
Denton Location: Residence 905 Glenngary Way Facilitators: Jack and Luene Williams + Curtis and Sharon Griffith Tuesdays at 7:00 pm Location: Residence 3604 Monte Verde Way Facilitator: Stephen and Brittany Brownlow Fridays at 7:00 pm
Coppell Location: Weichert Realtors 202 W. Sandy Lake Rd Facilitator: Mike Davis Mondays at 7:00 pm
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Vista Ridge Campus: Mondays • 6:30 - 8:00 pm Begins September 14 Hosted by Janice Ingram and Tara Seidman
Janice Ingram
Tara Seidman
Women’s Minister
The study will be “Hearing God: The Adventure of Listening, Discerning, and Obeying His Voice.”Janice will talk about hearing God in the Word using the iStudy, while Tara will focus on the other different and fun ways God speaks and the discernment process of such. We will have times of practice in the class. Childcare at the Vista Ridge LBS is available BY REQUEST ONLY. Email Janice Ingram at jingram@thebranchchurch.org ASAP.
Farmers Branch Campus: Wednesdays • 9:30 - 11:30 am Begins September 16 Hosted by Stephanie Scott
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Stephanie Scott
Lisa Castello
Ladies Bible Study Director
Children’s Bible Study Director
The first four weeks will be the study, “God’s Relentless Love,” the book of Hosea. The following four weeks will be a study of The Sermon on the Mount. Both studies will be led by Stephanie Scott, Director of Ladies Bible Study. Materials are $15 per study and will be available the first day of class. Registration for Children’s Bible Study at the Farmers Branch Campus IS required for children of participants. Children’s Bible Study is led by Lisa Castello.
Learn more and register at thebranchchurch.org/lbs
The Branch Church En Español Launches September 13, 2015 Farmers Branch Campus Es un GRAN GOZO anunciarles que The Branch Church en Español es un sueño hecho realidad. The Branch en Español es un ministerio guiado por el Espíritu Santo para alcanzar la comunidad latina para Cristo.
It is a huge joy to announce The Branch Church in Español. It is a dream that has become reality. The Branch in Español is a ministry guided by the Holy Spirit to reach the Latino community for Christ.
Si te sientes más cómodo adorando a Dios y fortaleciendo tu fe en el idioma español, acompáñanos en nuestras actividades:
If you feel more comfortable worshiping God and strengthening your faith in the Spanish language, join us in our activities:
• Domingos de Adoración – 9:00 AM • Martes de Oración – 7:00 PM • Miércoles de Estudio Bíblico – 7:00 PM
• Sunday Worship – 9:00 AM • Tuesday Prayer – 7:00 PM • Wednesday Bible Study – 7:00 PM
Gracias por sus oraciones y el apoyo que este ministerio ha recibido de cada uno de ustedes.
Thank you for the prayers and support that this ministry has received from each of you.
thebranchchurch.org/espanol
Luis Sánchez Ministro Hispano lsanchez@thebranchchurch.org
Dress Prep Crew Saturday, September 19 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Auction Volunteers Needed Saturday, September 12
Both Campuses Help our Go Team make dresses for children in Catacamas, Honduras! Please bring sewing machines and scissors if you have them. Men, women, and children are all invited to come and participate in measuring, cutting, pinning, and sewing! You can also help to create kits for people to work on from home. Our dress prep crews will be meeting at both campuses.
Those interested in helping to decorate and set up before the event are asked to contact Liesl Bowman: liesl@mightydata.com or 214-912-9905.
Volunteers are needed for the annual dinner/charity auction benefiting ChristianWorks for Children, to be held at the Hilton Anatole Hotel.
Learn more at:
Those interested in volunteering the night of the auction are asked to contact Makenzi Wassenaar: mbw416@gmail.com or 214-534-5586.
thebranchchurch.org/dress-prep
Learn more at: christian-works.org
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TheBranch
ORIENTATION Are you ready to take the next step and get more involved? Do you have questions about what we do and what we believe at The Branch Church? We want everyone who attends The Branch Church to engage in the activities we do together, and also to commit and submit to this body of believers. This is how we CONNECT, GROW, SERVE, and GO together! Whether you have attended for a short time, or have been here for years, make it official! Join us for The Branch Orientation. Upcoming dates:
• October 18 (10:45 am at the Farmers Branch Campus, 12:30 pm at the Vista Ridge Campus) RSVP at thebranchchurch.org/tbo and let us know you’re coming. We look forward to having you!
Kids Branch is what we do to teach kids about Jesus every weekend at The Branch Church. Our committed volunteers reinforce the values and teachings you work so hard to instill in your kids. We worship, play, and dive directly into the Bible each and every week. Your kids will grow to love engaging with God, while making great friends!
Interested in serving in Kids Branch? Go to thebranchchurch.org/serve, or simply send us an email.
Tim Scott Family Minister tscott@thebranchchurch.org
Kristan Renshaw Brittany Moore Kids Branch Coordinator Farmers Branch Campus
Kids Branch Coordinator Vista Ridge Campus
krenshaw@thebranchchurch.org bmoore@thebranchchurch.org
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Follow Chris on Twitter twitter.com/chrisseidman
The Branch Student Body is our ministry to 6th - 12th grade students. This is an important time of transition into maturity in Christ, and we encourage all of our students to attend and serve in our weekend services with their families. The primary way The Branch Student Body meets is in weekly Discipleship Groups (D-Groups), where students grow closer to God, their peers, and to their leaders. This is critical to their development as followers of Christ. There are also several special events throughout the year, such as Branch Camp, retreats, and other fun activities.
Discipleship Groups: D/Groups Middle School Vista Ridge Campus | Sundays | 9:30 am Farmers Branch Campus | Wednesdays | 6:30 pm
High School Both Campuses | Wednesdays
| 6:30 pm
Questions? Ask us! Kyle Poff
Josh Brake
kpoff@thebranchchurch.org
jbrake@thebranchchurch.org
Student Minister Vista Ridge Campus
Student Minister Farmers Branch Campus
Student Body Campouts Middle School: October 16-18 High School: November 13-15 Eisenhower State Park Cost: $50 per person All middle school and high school students are invited to go camping this fall. Both camping trips will be at the beautiful Eisenhower State Park with hiking, s’mores, and other outdoor activities. Students can register at: thebranchchurch.org/student-campouts
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Men’s Bible Study: Mighty Men Saturdays beginning September 26 Vista Ridge Campus 7:30 - 8:45 am Mighty Men is a Bible study group for men at the Vista Ridge Campus. Learn to grow in the fundamentals of the faith alongside other men. This is a great opportunity for you to strengthen your walk with the Lord and become a mighty man of God. No need to register, just come join us! Questions? Email Terry Grimm: terry.grimm@thebranchchurch.org
Men’s Life Prayer Breakfast
Celebrate Recovery
Saturdays Beginning September 12 Farmers Branch Campus 7:30 am
Every Thursday Vista Ridge Campus 6:00 pm - Dinner 7:00 pm - Large Group Worship 8:00 pm - Open Share Groups
Spend your Saturday morning with other men from The Branch! All men are welcome for breakfast and Bible study in the Branch Café at the Farmers Branch Campus. This ministry has been meeting together for years, and serves to encourage men in their faith and strengthen them in Christ. If you would like to know more about Men’s Life, contact: Bro. Eddy Ketchersid: eketchersid@thebranchchurch.org Phone: 972-345-1645
Celebrate Recovery is a Christcentered recovery program that meets this, and EVERY, Thursday night. Freedom is here for all your hurts, habits, and hang-ups. Hear testimonies and find encouragement this week! If someone you know could benefit from this program, please invite them to attend.
Learn more: thebranchchurch.org/cr
WATCH + LISTEN If you missed a message or just want to hear it again, visit our website or download The Branch Church App to watch or listen to sermons. You will also find a digital version of the sermon notes alongside each message. thebranchchurch.org/watch-listen
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Third Campus
Prayer Specifics When it comes to the mission of God in the world, we often make our greatest advances on our knees. When the early church was waiting for the next move of the Spirit of God, they devoted themselves to a season of continual prayer (Acts 1:12-14). We are in such a season right now as we move toward the launch of our third campus. Please join us in several different prayers listed below. There is much to be done and, therefore, much to lift up in prayer. Thank you!
Our Focus
For Elders
• That we will keep it “front and center.” We are missionaries in a “land of religion” helping people to become, and live as, disciples of Jesus. (Matthew 28:18-20)
• That they would be identified for service at the third campus.
For 250 People For The Hearts In The Vicinity Of The Third Campus • That they will be open to respond to the message of Jesus. (Acts 16:14) • Prayerfully imagine the faces of those you personally know in the area.
For Our Hearts • That we have the vision of Jesus – see people as He sees them – and are filled with compassion for those who are spiritually lost. (Matthew 9:35-38)
• That we will be filled with the Spirit for the purpose of being His witnesses. (Acts 1:8) • That the Lord will stir up the spirit of His people at The Branch to engage in this effort, whether it be through serving in some capacity, praying, giving, being a part of the launch team, etc. (Haggai 1:13-14)
For Key Personnel • That we would discern the right people to fill the roles of Campus Minister, Worship Leader, Kids Branch Coordinator, and Student Minister.
• Adults and children who answer this call and make up the launch team. • That volunteers are identified, equipped, and cared for.
For Our Existing Campuses • That our existing campuses will continue to thrive, and new servants will rise up to fill the holes that are left by those who join the launch team.
For Funding And Wisdom In Regard To Funding • That our trust in God’s provision remains strong, as well as our faithfulness to go “first and ten.”
For The Location Of The Campus • That we would find the right place.
For The Facility • That it would be well-suited for our mission and approach.
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Find out more at thebranchchurch.org
THE BRANCH FAMILY NEWS You will find the following in the lobby: Prayer Requests | Monthly Birthdays | Shower Info
We Mourn With:
New Members:
• Georgia Freitas in the loss of her father, Pete Gianopulos,
Farmers Branch Campus
on July 19
Larry and Annette Shaver Herb and Mikki Karasic Amanda Karasic Lonnie and Lynne Gentry
• Candy Sprabary in the loss of her mother, Elsie Hankins, on
July 6
Births: 8/10/15
Vista Ridge Campus
Eden Alexandria Key (F) Parents: Douglass and Chidi Key
Chris Blair (Children: Kayla and Tyler)
Edward and Rhonda Gillies Janice Harkrider Kyle and Megan Heller (Children: Bo and Allie) Teddi Key Ron and Bettianne (B.A.) Morris Ilich and Diane Reyes (Children: Xavier, Nimzy, and Gael) Rob and Karen Teed (Children: Benjamin, William and Hollis) Jessica Vance Cindy Walker
Baptisms: 8/5/15 8/15/15 8/16/15 8/30/15
Corey Conrad Ryder Pattison Kaden Yowell Antonio DeLeon
Weekend Stats - August 2015: Attendance Average: 1,705 Contribution Total: $280,123
Branch Cares is a ministry designed to look after, and take care of, people within our church body. It is rooted in James 1:27: “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress….” The vision for this ministry is to reach out, help, and connect with:
Widows • Widowers • Single parents • Shut-ins • Caregivers • Those who are grieving Ministry volunteers will also deliver communion to shut-ins and any others who are unable to attend services.
Questions? Farmers Branch Email: fbcares@thebranchchurch.org Vista Ridge Email: vrcares@thebranchchurch.org Church Office: (972) 247-2109
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It is important to us as a church to stand up and say to parents: We’re with you, standing beside you, and helping you raise your kids to love Jesus all the days of their lives. So, to underscore the importance we place on this significant event, we host a milestone event that celebrates new life, honors parents, and blesses families. Baby Dedication Weekend will begin with a Celebration Dinner on Friday night, September 25, at each campus. The family of each new child will receive a table at the Celebration Dinner for grandparents and extended family. At this dinner, we will recognize all new parents and babies, and have a special time of prayer and blessing by the elders and staff. In our services that weekend, we will present a video showing pictures of each baby being dedicated, have a congregational prayer of blessing over the babies and parents, and report on the Friday evening Celebration Dinner. If you and your family would like to dedicate your baby on this special weekend, email Dayna Morales NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 to reserve your table at the Celebration Dinner. Our desire is to place a great deal of significance on this important event, and celebrate -- along with the families -- the incredible blessing from God that our children are. Find out more at: thebranchchurch.org/baby-dedication Questions? Email: dmorales@thebranchchurch.org
All-Church Garage Sale Friday, October 9 Farmers Branch Campus 8:00 am - 5:00 pm We’re having a huge garage sale on the parking lot at the Farmers Branch Campus. Proceeds will benefit the Women’s Ministry and Family Ministries at The Branch Church. If you have items you’d like to contribute to the sale, contact Tim Ketchersid: tketchersid@thebranchchurch.org
Single Branches Single Branches is our ministry for active widowed, divorced, and single adults who are 50+ years of age. The aim of the ministry is to provide a variety of monthly social events so that Branch singles may meet each other and build friendships. For questions or information on the next Single Branches event, email Paulette Travis: ptravis0822@yahoo.com Learn more at: thebranchchurch.org/singlebranches
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Upcoming Events Calendar Days
Dates
Event (Location)
Times
Sun
9/6
Explore God: Discussion Groups Begin
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Sun
9/13
The Branch Church En Español Launches
9:00 am
Sat
9/19
Dress Prep Crew
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat-Sun
9/19-20
(Both Campuses)
Student Body Overnighter
6:00 pm - 12:00 pm
Fri
9/25
Baby Dedication Dinner
6:30 - 8:00 pm
Fri-Sat
10/9
Garage Sale (Farmers Branch Campus)
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri-Sun
10/16-18
Middle School Campout
3 Days 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat
10/17
Dress Prep Crew
Sun
10/18
The Branch Orientation (Both Campuses)
10:45 FB, 12:30 VR
Sat
10/31
Trunk-or-Treat
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Sun
11/1
Fri-Sun
11/13-15
(Both Campuses)
(Both Campuses)
Daylight Saving Time Ends
2:00 am
High School Campout
3 Days
Sat
11/21
Sack Thanksgiving Hunger
9:30 am
Fri
12/4
Christmas Movie Night (Vista Ridge)
6:30 pm
Sun
12/6
Young at Heart Christmas Luncheon (Farmers Branch)
12:30 pm
Sat
12/12
Angel Tree Wrap Party + Sack Christmas Hunger (Farmers Branch)
TBD
Weekly Events Calendar Sun
9:30 am
Middle School D/Groups
Mon
6:30 pm
Ladies Bible Study (Vista Ridge)
*Begins September 14
Wed
9:30 am
Ladies Bible Study (Farmers Branch)
*Begins September 16
Wed
6:30 pm
Middle School D/Groups (Farmers Branch Campus)
Wed
6:30 pm
High School D/Groups (Both Campuses)
Thu
7:00 pm
Celebrate Recovery (Vista Ridge Campus)
Sat
7:30 am
Men’s Life Prayer Breakfast (Farmers Branch Campus) *Begins September 12
Sat
7:30 am
Mighty Men Bible Study (Vista Ridge Campus)
(Vista Ridge Campus)
*Begins September 26
972-247-2109 | FAX 972-243-6009 | info@thebranchchurch.org
TheBranch C h u r c h
Farmers Branch Campus 3035 Valley View Lane Dallas, TX 75234
Vista Ridge Campus 3601 Huffines Boulevard Carrollton, TX 75010
thebranchchurch.org