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December 30, 2018

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December 24, 2018

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Love All

December 23, 2018

The birth of Jesus is good news of great joy for all people.

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Emmanuel – One Church

December 21, 2018

No matter where we find ourselves this Christmas, we are never alone.

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December 16, 2018

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	February 2019
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				1 Church Sabbath Church Sabbath February 1, 2019 See more details •	2 One Church Worship One Church Worship February 2, 2019 12:30 am - 1:45 am One Church at Acts 2 meets weekly on Friday nights at 6:30PM for worship in the Acts 2 Chapel. One Church is led by Rev. Andy Nelms. Friday night worship has a relaxed atmosphere. It's a great way to end your work week! Please contact Andy at a.nelms@acts2umc.org for additional information. See more details Men's Group Men's Group February 2, 2019 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Wild Bill's Donuts Contact: Scott Lindell See more details • •	3 Club 45 Girl's … Club 45 Girl's Bible Study February 3, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm Classroom 3 See more details Love to Stay Bible S… Love to Stay Bible Study February 3, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm North Portable See more details Worship Worship February 3, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm See more details Youth Confirmation Youth Confirmation February 3, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm North Portable Contact: Jerrod Baker (j.baker@acts2umc.org) See more details Adult Confirmation Adult Confirmation February 3, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Classroom 1 Contact: Melissa Nelms (m.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details Jr High Bible Study Jr High Bible Study February 3, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Southeast Portable If students attend the Friday night worship service at One Church or the 9:15 am worship service at Acts 2, they are encouraged to participate in the Youth Bible Study at 10:45 am. Both Jr. High and Sr. High groups will base their discussion on the sermon, so students are encouraged to actively participate in worship and take sermon notes to better facilitate discussion during the 10:45 Bible study hour. We hope that by providing our students an opportunity to unpack and debrief each sermon with their peers and adult mentors that they are able to better apply the teachings to their everyday life and find more relevance to their personal discipleship. See more details Sunday Conversations Sunday Conversations February 3, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Classroom 2 Leader: Lloyd Honeycutt (lloydhoneycutt@ymail.com) When: Sundays weekly at 10:45 am (starting Sunday, April 8) Where: Classroom 2 Description: This group will engage in conversations to gain a better understanding of scripture and how it can be applied to our life today with the goal of living faith out together in community. This group is open to adults of all ages, does not require registration, and would be a great fit for parents of students engaged in Bible study at 10:45. Study Guide: Bible in Life by David C. Cook See more details Sr High Bible Study Sr High Bible Study February 3, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Southwest Portable If students attend the Friday night worship service at One Church or the 9:15 am worship service at Acts 2, they are encouraged to participate in the Youth Bible Study at 10:45 am. Both Jr. High and Sr. High groups will base their discussion on the sermon, so students are encouraged to actively participate in worship and take sermon notes to better facilitate discussion during the 10:45 Bible study hour. We hope that by providing our students an opportunity to unpack and debrief each sermon with their peers and adult mentors that they are able to better apply the teachings to their everyday life and find more relevance to their personal discipleship. See more details Faith Builders Faith Builders February 3, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Classroom #3 Leader: David Gwinn Time & Place: Sundays at 10:45 a.m. in Classroom 3 The Faith Builders Class meets on Sunday mornings and uses The Upper Room devotional to guide conversation. The Sunday morning discussion is about the previous Wednesday's devotional reading and scripture. Bibles are encouraged. Register @ http://acts2umc.org/connect/find-your-place/find-your-place-registration-form See more details Worship Worship February 3, 2019 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm See more details Small Group-Adams Small Group-Adams February 3, 2019 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm Acts 2 Classroom 4 See more details Disciple Fast Track Disciple Fast Track February 3, 2019 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm Chapel & Classroom 5 Contact: Rev. Andy Nelms (a.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details The Parenting Hustle… The Parenting Hustle: A Love & Logic Based Experience February 3, 2019 9:00 pm - 10:30 pm North Portable Description: The Parenting Hustle is a Love & Logic Based Experience that provides parents with resources and encouragement as they raise their children. The Love and Logic curriculum has been used by parents and educators for 40 years and was developed to make parenting fun and rewarding, rather than stressful and chaotic. We know there's no one way to parent well, but we hope to provide new skills and techniques to help parents who need new ideas and a little encouragement on the journey of parenthood. Contact: Stacy Bozarth Investment: $25 per family Childcare provided. Register here! See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • •
4 Yoga for Anyone Yoga for Anyone February 4, 2019 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm Gathering Space Contact: Cherie Hightower Description: Yoga for Anyone is a yoga class focused on breath work, meditation and flexibility for people of all ages, experience, and levels of mobility. It's literally for anyone! Modifications are available for every position and practice including chair yoga for those with limited mobility and flexibility. Common benefits participants experience includes: increased flexibility, strength, improved posture, better concentration and basic knowledge of yoga practice.There is no investment required, but this class does provide an opportunity to support mission work while also practicing breath, meditation, and flexibility. Participants are invited to make a financial gift to Acts 2 on behalf of the YMCA in Tijuana, Mexico that provides care and safety for migrant youth awaiting asylum in the United States. If you would like to participate in this life saving work, a recommended $7-$20 gift per session is appropriate and can be made online here or by cash/check during class. If you would like more information about Acts 2's partnership with the YMCA in Tijuana, Mexico please contact Associate Pastor, Rev. Brandon Blacksten. Register here! See more details •	5 Women's Bible S… Women's Bible Study: Present Over Perfect February 5, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm Classroom 4, Infant Nursery Contact: Shareese Poplin Study: "Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living" by Shauna Niequist Register here! Description: In this study you are invited to consider the landscape of your own life, and what it might look like to leave behind the pressure to be perfect and begin the life-changing practice of simply being present, in the middle of the mess and the ordinariness of life. Pre-order book (optional) and study guide See more details •	6 Women's Bible S… Women's Bible Study: Living a Life of Worship February 6, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Classroom 3, Infant Nursery Contact: Gretchen Reasner Study: "Jesus Calling Bible Studies: Living a Life of Worship" by Sarah Young Register here! Description: Discover how thankfulness and worship always open the door for entering into God’s presence and blessings. Even the most routine part of your day can be a spiritual act of worship when you are living close to God, and seeing from His perspective will allow you to truly be able to “give thanks in all circumstances” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Order participant guide here. See more details Family Dinner Family Dinner February 6, 2019 11:50 pm - February 7, 2019 12:20 am Gathering Space Chelino's Taco Bar Dinner offered each Wednesday night prior to learning opportunities. $7 - Adults and Volunteers (6th grade and up) $4 - K-5th Free - Birth thru PreK $25 family maximum See more details • •	7 Jr. High and Sr. Hig… Jr. High and Sr. High Youth February 7, 2019 12:20 am - 2:00 am See more details Crew 2:42 and Club 4… Crew 2:42 and Club 45 February 7, 2019 12:20 am - 2:00 am Chapel See more details Disciple Fast Track Disciple Fast Track February 7, 2019 12:25 am - 2:00 am Sanctuary Contact: Rev. Andy Nelms (a.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details MoneyLife: Personal … MoneyLife: Personal Finance Study February 7, 2019 12:30 am - 2:00 am Southeast Portable Contact: Melissa Nelms Leader: Jeff Hedrick, Acts 2 Business Administrator Description: Overcoming financial challenges to gain a life of meaning and purpose through scripture reading, small group discussion, and practical application. Order Student Manual/DVD here. See more details Alpha Alpha February 7, 2019 12:30 am - 2:00 am Southwest Portable Contact: Melissa Nelms Leaders: Gretchen Reasner & Brandi Dukes Description: This study is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life. There will be engaging small group time to ask questions of faith & life, delve into different issues, find out what others think, and make some new friends along the way. See more details Family Dinner Family Dinner February 6, 2019 11:50 pm - February 7, 2019 12:20 am Gathering Space Chelino's Taco Bar Dinner offered each Wednesday night prior to learning opportunities. $7 - Adults and Volunteers (6th grade and up) $4 - K-5th Free - Birth thru PreK $25 family maximum See more details • • • • • •	8 Church Sabbath Church Sabbath February 8, 2019 See more details •	9 One Church Worship One Church Worship February 9, 2019 12:30 am - 1:45 am One Church at Acts 2 meets weekly on Friday nights at 6:30PM for worship in the Acts 2 Chapel. One Church is led by Rev. Andy Nelms. Friday night worship has a relaxed atmosphere. It's a great way to end your work week! Please contact Andy at a.nelms@acts2umc.org for additional information. See more details Men's Group Men's Group February 9, 2019 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Wild Bill's Donuts Contact: Scott Lindell See more details Confirmation Review … Confirmation Review Session February 9, 2019 10:00 pm - 12:00 am North Portable Contact: Melissa Nelms (m.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details • • •	10 Friends & Follow… Friends & Followers February 10, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm Southwest Portable Contact: Alvin Myers See more details Love to Stay Bible S… Love to Stay Bible Study February 10, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm North Portable See more details Worship Worship February 10, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm See more details Youth Confirmation Youth Confirmation February 10, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm North Portable Contact: Jerrod Baker (j.baker@acts2umc.org) See more details Adult Confirmation Adult Confirmation February 10, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Classroom 1 Contact: Melissa Nelms (m.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details Jr High Bible Study Jr High Bible Study February 10, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Southeast Portable If students attend the Friday night worship service at One Church or the 9:15 am worship service at Acts 2, they are encouraged to participate in the Youth Bible Study at 10:45 am. Both Jr. High and Sr. High groups will base their discussion on the sermon, so students are encouraged to actively participate in worship and take sermon notes to better facilitate discussion during the 10:45 Bible study hour. We hope that by providing our students an opportunity to unpack and debrief each sermon with their peers and adult mentors that they are able to better apply the teachings to their everyday life and find more relevance to their personal discipleship. See more details Sunday Conversations Sunday Conversations February 10, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Classroom 2 Leader: Lloyd Honeycutt (lloydhoneycutt@ymail.com) When: Sundays weekly at 10:45 am (starting Sunday, April 8) Where: Classroom 2 Description: This group will engage in conversations to gain a better understanding of scripture and how it can be applied to our life today with the goal of living faith out together in community. This group is open to adults of all ages, does not require registration, and would be a great fit for parents of students engaged in Bible study at 10:45. Study Guide: Bible in Life by David C. Cook See more details Sr High Bible Study Sr High Bible Study February 10, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Southwest Portable If students attend the Friday night worship service at One Church or the 9:15 am worship service at Acts 2, they are encouraged to participate in the Youth Bible Study at 10:45 am. Both Jr. High and Sr. High groups will base their discussion on the sermon, so students are encouraged to actively participate in worship and take sermon notes to better facilitate discussion during the 10:45 Bible study hour. We hope that by providing our students an opportunity to unpack and debrief each sermon with their peers and adult mentors that they are able to better apply the teachings to their everyday life and find more relevance to their personal discipleship. See more details Faith Builders Faith Builders February 10, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Classroom #3 Leader: David Gwinn Time & Place: Sundays at 10:45 a.m. in Classroom 3 The Faith Builders Class meets on Sunday mornings and uses The Upper Room devotional to guide conversation. The Sunday morning discussion is about the previous Wednesday's devotional reading and scripture. Bibles are encouraged. Register @ http://acts2umc.org/connect/find-your-place/find-your-place-registration-form See more details Worship Worship February 10, 2019 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm See more details Disciple Fast Track Disciple Fast Track February 10, 2019 11:00 pm - February 11, 2019 12:30 am Chapel & Classroom 5 Contact: Rev. Andy Nelms (a.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details The Parenting Hustle… The Parenting Hustle: A Love & Logic Based Experience February 10, 2019 11:00 pm - February 11, 2019 12:30 am North Portable Description: The Parenting Hustle is a Love & Logic Based Experience that provides parents with resources and encouragement as they raise their children. The Love and Logic curriculum has been used by parents and educators for 40 years and was developed to make parenting fun and rewarding, rather than stressful and chaotic. We know there's no one way to parent well, but we hope to provide new skills and techniques to help parents who need new ideas and a little encouragement on the journey of parenthood. Contact: Stacy Bozarth Investment: $25 per family Childcare provided. Register here! See more details • • • • • • • • • • • •
11 Yoga for Anyone Yoga for Anyone February 11, 2019 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm Gathering Space Contact: Cherie Hightower Description: Yoga for Anyone is a yoga class focused on breath work, meditation and flexibility for people of all ages, experience, and levels of mobility. It's literally for anyone! Modifications are available for every position and practice including chair yoga for those with limited mobility and flexibility. Common benefits participants experience includes: increased flexibility, strength, improved posture, better concentration and basic knowledge of yoga practice.There is no investment required, but this class does provide an opportunity to support mission work while also practicing breath, meditation, and flexibility. Participants are invited to make a financial gift to Acts 2 on behalf of the YMCA in Tijuana, Mexico that provides care and safety for migrant youth awaiting asylum in the United States. If you would like to participate in this life saving work, a recommended $7-$20 gift per session is appropriate and can be made online here or by cash/check during class. If you would like more information about Acts 2's partnership with the YMCA in Tijuana, Mexico please contact Associate Pastor, Rev. Brandon Blacksten. Register here! See more details Disciple Fast Track Disciple Fast Track February 10, 2019 11:00 pm - February 11, 2019 12:30 am Chapel & Classroom 5 Contact: Rev. Andy Nelms (a.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details The Parenting Hustle… The Parenting Hustle: A Love & Logic Based Experience February 10, 2019 11:00 pm - February 11, 2019 12:30 am North Portable Description: The Parenting Hustle is a Love & Logic Based Experience that provides parents with resources and encouragement as they raise their children. The Love and Logic curriculum has been used by parents and educators for 40 years and was developed to make parenting fun and rewarding, rather than stressful and chaotic. We know there's no one way to parent well, but we hope to provide new skills and techniques to help parents who need new ideas and a little encouragement on the journey of parenthood. Contact: Stacy Bozarth Investment: $25 per family Childcare provided. Register here! See more details • • •	12	13 Women's Bible S… Women's Bible Study: Living a Life of Worship February 13, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Classroom 3, Infant Nursery Contact: Gretchen Reasner Study: "Jesus Calling Bible Studies: Living a Life of Worship" by Sarah Young Register here! Description: Discover how thankfulness and worship always open the door for entering into God’s presence and blessings. Even the most routine part of your day can be a spiritual act of worship when you are living close to God, and seeing from His perspective will allow you to truly be able to “give thanks in all circumstances” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Order participant guide here. See more details Children's Choi… Children's Choir February 13, 2019 11:15 pm - 12:00 am Chapel See more details Family Dinner Family Dinner February 13, 2019 11:50 pm - February 14, 2019 12:20 am Gathering Space Chic-Fil-A Dinner offered each Wednesday night prior to learning opportunities. $7 - Adults and Volunteers (6th grade and up) $4 - K-5th Free - Birth thru PreK $25 family maximum See more details • • •	14 Jr. High and Sr. Hig… Jr. High and Sr. High Youth February 14, 2019 12:20 am - 2:00 am See more details Crew 2:42 and Club 4… Crew 2:42 and Club 45 February 14, 2019 12:20 am - 2:00 am Chapel See more details Disciple Fast Track Disciple Fast Track February 14, 2019 12:25 am - 2:00 am Sanctuary Contact: Rev. Andy Nelms (a.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details MoneyLife: Personal … MoneyLife: Personal Finance Study February 14, 2019 12:30 am - 2:00 am Southeast Portable Contact: Melissa Nelms Leader: Jeff Hedrick, Acts 2 Business Administrator Description: Overcoming financial challenges to gain a life of meaning and purpose through scripture reading, small group discussion, and practical application. Order Student Manual/DVD here. See more details Alpha Alpha February 14, 2019 12:30 am - 2:00 am Southwest Portable Contact: Melissa Nelms Leaders: Gretchen Reasner & Brandi Dukes Description: This study is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life. There will be engaging small group time to ask questions of faith & life, delve into different issues, find out what others think, and make some new friends along the way. See more details Family Dinner Family Dinner February 13, 2019 11:50 pm - February 14, 2019 12:20 am Gathering Space Chic-Fil-A Dinner offered each Wednesday night prior to learning opportunities. $7 - Adults and Volunteers (6th grade and up) $4 - K-5th Free - Birth thru PreK $25 family maximum See more details • • • • • •	15 Church Sabbath Church Sabbath February 15, 2019 See more details 11th/12th Grade Retr… 11th/12th Grade Retreat February 15, 2019 11:00 pm - February 17, 2019 11:00 pm Gathering Space Our 11th and 12th grade students will be traveling to Little Rock, AR to go on a retreat where they will participate in a Bible study, explore Little Rock, and serve with Heifer International. See more details • •	16 One Church Worship One Church Worship February 16, 2019 12:30 am - 1:45 am One Church at Acts 2 meets weekly on Friday nights at 6:30PM for worship in the Acts 2 Chapel. One Church is led by Rev. Andy Nelms. Friday night worship has a relaxed atmosphere. It's a great way to end your work week! Please contact Andy at a.nelms@acts2umc.org for additional information. See more details Men's Group Men's Group February 16, 2019 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Wild Bill's Donuts Contact: Scott Lindell See more details 11th/12th Grade Retr… 11th/12th Grade Retreat February 15, 2019 11:00 pm - February 17, 2019 11:00 pm Gathering Space Our 11th and 12th grade students will be traveling to Little Rock, AR to go on a retreat where they will participate in a Bible study, explore Little Rock, and serve with Heifer International. See more details • • •	17 Friends & Follow… Friends & Followers February 17, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm Southwest Portable Contact: Alvin Myers See more details Love to Stay Bible S… Love to Stay Bible Study February 17, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm North Portable See more details Worship Worship February 17, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm See more details Youth Confirmation Youth Confirmation February 17, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm North Portable Contact: Jerrod Baker (j.baker@acts2umc.org) See more details Adult Confirmation Adult Confirmation February 17, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Classroom 1 Contact: Melissa Nelms (m.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details Jr High Bible Study Jr High Bible Study February 17, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Southeast Portable If students attend the Friday night worship service at One Church or the 9:15 am worship service at Acts 2, they are encouraged to participate in the Youth Bible Study at 10:45 am. Both Jr. High and Sr. High groups will base their discussion on the sermon, so students are encouraged to actively participate in worship and take sermon notes to better facilitate discussion during the 10:45 Bible study hour. We hope that by providing our students an opportunity to unpack and debrief each sermon with their peers and adult mentors that they are able to better apply the teachings to their everyday life and find more relevance to their personal discipleship. See more details Sunday Conversations Sunday Conversations February 17, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Classroom 2 Leader: Lloyd Honeycutt (lloydhoneycutt@ymail.com) When: Sundays weekly at 10:45 am (starting Sunday, April 8) Where: Classroom 2 Description: This group will engage in conversations to gain a better understanding of scripture and how it can be applied to our life today with the goal of living faith out together in community. This group is open to adults of all ages, does not require registration, and would be a great fit for parents of students engaged in Bible study at 10:45. Study Guide: Bible in Life by David C. Cook See more details Sr High Bible Study Sr High Bible Study February 17, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Southwest Portable If students attend the Friday night worship service at One Church or the 9:15 am worship service at Acts 2, they are encouraged to participate in the Youth Bible Study at 10:45 am. Both Jr. High and Sr. High groups will base their discussion on the sermon, so students are encouraged to actively participate in worship and take sermon notes to better facilitate discussion during the 10:45 Bible study hour. We hope that by providing our students an opportunity to unpack and debrief each sermon with their peers and adult mentors that they are able to better apply the teachings to their everyday life and find more relevance to their personal discipleship. See more details Faith Builders Faith Builders February 17, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Classroom #3 Leader: David Gwinn Time & Place: Sundays at 10:45 a.m. in Classroom 3 The Faith Builders Class meets on Sunday mornings and uses The Upper Room devotional to guide conversation. The Sunday morning discussion is about the previous Wednesday's devotional reading and scripture. Bibles are encouraged. Register @ http://acts2umc.org/connect/find-your-place/find-your-place-registration-form See more details Worship Worship February 17, 2019 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm See more details 11th/12th Grade Retr… 11th/12th Grade Retreat February 15, 2019 11:00 pm - February 17, 2019 11:00 pm Gathering Space Our 11th and 12th grade students will be traveling to Little Rock, AR to go on a retreat where they will participate in a Bible study, explore Little Rock, and serve with Heifer International. See more details Disciple Fast Track Disciple Fast Track February 17, 2019 11:00 pm - February 18, 2019 12:30 am Chapel & Classroom 5 Contact: Rev. Andy Nelms (a.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details The Parenting Hustle… The Parenting Hustle: A Love & Logic Based Experience February 17, 2019 11:00 pm - February 18, 2019 12:30 am North Portable Description: The Parenting Hustle is a Love & Logic Based Experience that provides parents with resources and encouragement as they raise their children. The Love and Logic curriculum has been used by parents and educators for 40 years and was developed to make parenting fun and rewarding, rather than stressful and chaotic. We know there's no one way to parent well, but we hope to provide new skills and techniques to help parents who need new ideas and a little encouragement on the journey of parenthood. Contact: Stacy Bozarth Investment: $25 per family Childcare provided. Register here! See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • •
18 EPS & DCPS Presi… EPS & DCPS President's Day - No School February 18, 2019 See more details Yoga for Anyone Yoga for Anyone February 18, 2019 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm Gathering Space Contact: Cherie Hightower Description: Yoga for Anyone is a yoga class focused on breath work, meditation and flexibility for people of all ages, experience, and levels of mobility. It's literally for anyone! Modifications are available for every position and practice including chair yoga for those with limited mobility and flexibility. Common benefits participants experience includes: increased flexibility, strength, improved posture, better concentration and basic knowledge of yoga practice.There is no investment required, but this class does provide an opportunity to support mission work while also practicing breath, meditation, and flexibility. Participants are invited to make a financial gift to Acts 2 on behalf of the YMCA in Tijuana, Mexico that provides care and safety for migrant youth awaiting asylum in the United States. If you would like to participate in this life saving work, a recommended $7-$20 gift per session is appropriate and can be made online here or by cash/check during class. If you would like more information about Acts 2's partnership with the YMCA in Tijuana, Mexico please contact Associate Pastor, Rev. Brandon Blacksten. Register here! See more details Disciple Fast Track Disciple Fast Track February 17, 2019 11:00 pm - February 18, 2019 12:30 am Chapel & Classroom 5 Contact: Rev. Andy Nelms (a.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details The Parenting Hustle… The Parenting Hustle: A Love & Logic Based Experience February 17, 2019 11:00 pm - February 18, 2019 12:30 am North Portable Description: The Parenting Hustle is a Love & Logic Based Experience that provides parents with resources and encouragement as they raise their children. The Love and Logic curriculum has been used by parents and educators for 40 years and was developed to make parenting fun and rewarding, rather than stressful and chaotic. We know there's no one way to parent well, but we hope to provide new skills and techniques to help parents who need new ideas and a little encouragement on the journey of parenthood. Contact: Stacy Bozarth Investment: $25 per family Childcare provided. Register here! See more details • • • •	19	20 Women's Bible S… Women's Bible Study: Living a Life of Worship February 20, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Classroom 3, Infant Nursery Contact: Gretchen Reasner Study: "Jesus Calling Bible Studies: Living a Life of Worship" by Sarah Young Register here! Description: Discover how thankfulness and worship always open the door for entering into God’s presence and blessings. Even the most routine part of your day can be a spiritual act of worship when you are living close to God, and seeing from His perspective will allow you to truly be able to “give thanks in all circumstances” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Order participant guide here. See more details Children's Choi… Children's Choir February 20, 2019 11:15 pm - 12:00 am Chapel See more details Family Dinner Family Dinner February 20, 2019 11:50 pm - February 21, 2019 12:20 am Gathering Space Italian Dinner offered each Wednesday night prior to learning opportunities. $7 - Adults and Volunteers (6th grade and up) $4 - K-5th Free - Birth thru PreK $25 family maximum See more details • • •	21 Jr. High and Sr. Hig… Jr. High and Sr. High Youth February 21, 2019 12:20 am - 2:00 am See more details Crew 2:42 and Club 4… Crew 2:42 and Club 45 February 21, 2019 12:20 am - 2:00 am Chapel See more details Disciple Fast Track Disciple Fast Track February 21, 2019 12:25 am - 2:00 am Sanctuary Contact: Rev. Andy Nelms (a.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details MoneyLife: Personal … MoneyLife: Personal Finance Study February 21, 2019 12:30 am - 2:00 am Southeast Portable Contact: Melissa Nelms Leader: Jeff Hedrick, Acts 2 Business Administrator Description: Overcoming financial challenges to gain a life of meaning and purpose through scripture reading, small group discussion, and practical application. Order Student Manual/DVD here. See more details Alpha Alpha February 21, 2019 12:30 am - 2:00 am Southwest Portable Contact: Melissa Nelms Leaders: Gretchen Reasner & Brandi Dukes Description: This study is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life. There will be engaging small group time to ask questions of faith & life, delve into different issues, find out what others think, and make some new friends along the way. See more details MOPS MOPS February 21, 2019 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Gathering Space See more details Acts 2 Women's … Acts 2 Women's Lunch Group - OKC February 21, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Kamp's 1910 Cafe, 3325 S Blvd, Edmond, OK 73013, USA Contact: Melissa Nelms See more details Family Dinner Family Dinner February 20, 2019 11:50 pm - February 21, 2019 12:20 am Gathering Space Italian Dinner offered each Wednesday night prior to learning opportunities. $7 - Adults and Volunteers (6th grade and up) $4 - K-5th Free - Birth thru PreK $25 family maximum See more details • • • • • • • •	22 Church Sabbath Church Sabbath February 22, 2019 See more details •	23 One Church Blood Dri… One Church Blood Drive February 23, 2019 12:00 am - 2:00 am See more details One Church Worship One Church Worship February 23, 2019 12:30 am - 1:45 am One Church at Acts 2 meets weekly on Friday nights at 6:30PM for worship in the Acts 2 Chapel. One Church is led by Rev. Andy Nelms. Friday night worship has a relaxed atmosphere. It's a great way to end your work week! Please contact Andy at a.nelms@acts2umc.org for additional information. See more details Men's Group Men's Group February 23, 2019 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Wild Bill's Donuts Contact: Scott Lindell See more details Youth Service Day at… Youth Service Day at Regional Food Bank February 23, 2019 2:30 pm - 6:30 pm Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma, 3355 S Purdue Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73137, USA See more details Alpha Retreat Alpha Retreat February 23, 2019 3:00 pm - 9:00 pm Southwest Portable, Classroom 6 See more details • • • • •	24 Friends & Follow… Friends & Followers February 24, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm Southwest Portable Contact: Alvin Myers See more details Love to Stay Bible S… Love to Stay Bible Study February 24, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm North Portable See more details Worship Worship February 24, 2019 3:15 pm - 4:15 pm See more details Youth Confirmation Youth Confirmation February 24, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm North Portable Contact: Jerrod Baker (j.baker@acts2umc.org) See more details Adult Confirmation Adult Confirmation February 24, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Classroom 1 Contact: Melissa Nelms (m.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details Jr High Bible Study Jr High Bible Study February 24, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Southeast Portable If students attend the Friday night worship service at One Church or the 9:15 am worship service at Acts 2, they are encouraged to participate in the Youth Bible Study at 10:45 am. Both Jr. High and Sr. High groups will base their discussion on the sermon, so students are encouraged to actively participate in worship and take sermon notes to better facilitate discussion during the 10:45 Bible study hour. We hope that by providing our students an opportunity to unpack and debrief each sermon with their peers and adult mentors that they are able to better apply the teachings to their everyday life and find more relevance to their personal discipleship. See more details Sunday Conversations Sunday Conversations February 24, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Classroom 2 Leader: Lloyd Honeycutt (lloydhoneycutt@ymail.com) When: Sundays weekly at 10:45 am (starting Sunday, April 8) Where: Classroom 2 Description: This group will engage in conversations to gain a better understanding of scripture and how it can be applied to our life today with the goal of living faith out together in community. This group is open to adults of all ages, does not require registration, and would be a great fit for parents of students engaged in Bible study at 10:45. Study Guide: Bible in Life by David C. Cook See more details Sr High Bible Study Sr High Bible Study February 24, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:00 pm Southwest Portable If students attend the Friday night worship service at One Church or the 9:15 am worship service at Acts 2, they are encouraged to participate in the Youth Bible Study at 10:45 am. Both Jr. High and Sr. High groups will base their discussion on the sermon, so students are encouraged to actively participate in worship and take sermon notes to better facilitate discussion during the 10:45 Bible study hour. We hope that by providing our students an opportunity to unpack and debrief each sermon with their peers and adult mentors that they are able to better apply the teachings to their everyday life and find more relevance to their personal discipleship. See more details Faith Builders Faith Builders February 24, 2019 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm Classroom #3 Leader: David Gwinn Time & Place: Sundays at 10:45 a.m. in Classroom 3 The Faith Builders Class meets on Sunday mornings and uses The Upper Room devotional to guide conversation. The Sunday morning discussion is about the previous Wednesday's devotional reading and scripture. Bibles are encouraged. Register @ http://acts2umc.org/connect/find-your-place/find-your-place-registration-form See more details Worship Worship February 24, 2019 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm See more details Exploration Exploration February 24, 2019 6:15 pm - 8:00 pm See more details Disciple Fast Track Disciple Fast Track February 24, 2019 11:00 pm - February 25, 2019 12:30 am Chapel & Classroom 5 Contact: Rev. Andy Nelms (a.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details The Parenting Hustle… The Parenting Hustle: A Love & Logic Based Experience February 24, 2019 11:00 pm - February 25, 2019 12:30 am North Portable Description: The Parenting Hustle is a Love & Logic Based Experience that provides parents with resources and encouragement as they raise their children. The Love and Logic curriculum has been used by parents and educators for 40 years and was developed to make parenting fun and rewarding, rather than stressful and chaotic. We know there's no one way to parent well, but we hope to provide new skills and techniques to help parents who need new ideas and a little encouragement on the journey of parenthood. Contact: Stacy Bozarth Investment: $25 per family Childcare provided. Register here! See more details • • • • • • • • • • • • •
25 Prayer Gathering Prayer Gathering February 25, 2019 12:30 am - 2:00 am Sanctuary, Gathering Space Contact: Melissa Nelms Acts 2 and One Church will join together for a night of worship and prayer. See more details Yoga for Anyone Yoga for Anyone February 25, 2019 3:30 pm - 4:45 pm Gathering Space Contact: Cherie Hightower Description: Yoga for Anyone is a yoga class focused on breath work, meditation and flexibility for people of all ages, experience, and levels of mobility. It's literally for anyone! Modifications are available for every position and practice including chair yoga for those with limited mobility and flexibility. Common benefits participants experience includes: increased flexibility, strength, improved posture, better concentration and basic knowledge of yoga practice.There is no investment required, but this class does provide an opportunity to support mission work while also practicing breath, meditation, and flexibility. Participants are invited to make a financial gift to Acts 2 on behalf of the YMCA in Tijuana, Mexico that provides care and safety for migrant youth awaiting asylum in the United States. If you would like to participate in this life saving work, a recommended $7-$20 gift per session is appropriate and can be made online here or by cash/check during class. If you would like more information about Acts 2's partnership with the YMCA in Tijuana, Mexico please contact Associate Pastor, Rev. Brandon Blacksten. Register here! See more details Disciple Fast Track Disciple Fast Track February 24, 2019 11:00 pm - February 25, 2019 12:30 am Chapel & Classroom 5 Contact: Rev. Andy Nelms (a.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details The Parenting Hustle… The Parenting Hustle: A Love & Logic Based Experience February 24, 2019 11:00 pm - February 25, 2019 12:30 am North Portable Description: The Parenting Hustle is a Love & Logic Based Experience that provides parents with resources and encouragement as they raise their children. The Love and Logic curriculum has been used by parents and educators for 40 years and was developed to make parenting fun and rewarding, rather than stressful and chaotic. We know there's no one way to parent well, but we hope to provide new skills and techniques to help parents who need new ideas and a little encouragement on the journey of parenthood. Contact: Stacy Bozarth Investment: $25 per family Childcare provided. Register here! See more details • • • •	26 Women's Bible S… Women's Bible Study: The Best Yes February 26, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Classroom 4, Infant Nursery Contact: Shareese Poplin Do you find yourself spending a lot of time figuring out when to say yes and when to say no, thinking about how to manage your time, reduce stress, do your best for your family, find a little time for yourself? In this six-session study, Lysa TerKeurst uses her signature mix of transparency, Scripture-laced insight, and "been there" humor to suggest usable strategies for making wise decisions day by day. See more details •	27 Women's Bible S… Women's Bible Study: Living a Life of Worship February 27, 2019 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Classroom 3, Infant Nursery Contact: Gretchen Reasner Study: "Jesus Calling Bible Studies: Living a Life of Worship" by Sarah Young Register here! Description: Discover how thankfulness and worship always open the door for entering into God’s presence and blessings. Even the most routine part of your day can be a spiritual act of worship when you are living close to God, and seeing from His perspective will allow you to truly be able to “give thanks in all circumstances” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Order participant guide here. See more details Children's Choi… Children's Choir February 27, 2019 11:15 pm - 12:00 am Chapel See more details Family Dinner Family Dinner February 27, 2019 11:50 pm - February 28, 2019 12:20 am Gathering Space Chic-Fil-A Dinner offered each Wednesday night prior to learning opportunities. $7 - Adults and Volunteers (6th grade and up) $4 - K-5th Free - Birth thru PreK $25 family maximum See more details • • •	28 Jr. High and Sr. Hig… Jr. High and Sr. High Youth February 28, 2019 12:20 am - 2:00 am See more details Crew 2:42 and Club 4… Crew 2:42 and Club 45 February 28, 2019 12:20 am - 2:00 am Chapel See more details Disciple Fast Track Disciple Fast Track February 28, 2019 12:25 am - 2:00 am Sanctuary Contact: Rev. Andy Nelms (a.nelms@acts2umc.org) See more details MoneyLife: Personal … MoneyLife: Personal Finance Study February 28, 2019 12:30 am - 2:00 am Southeast Portable Contact: Melissa Nelms Leader: Jeff Hedrick, Acts 2 Business Administrator Description: Overcoming financial challenges to gain a life of meaning and purpose through scripture reading, small group discussion, and practical application. Order Student Manual/DVD here. See more details Alpha Alpha February 28, 2019 12:30 am - 2:00 am Southwest Portable Contact: Melissa Nelms Leaders: Gretchen Reasner & Brandi Dukes Description: This study is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life. There will be engaging small group time to ask questions of faith & life, delve into different issues, find out what others think, and make some new friends along the way. See more details Acts 2 Women's … Acts 2 Women's Lunch Group - Edmond February 28, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Cafe 501, 501 S Blvd, Edmond, OK 73034, USA Contact: Melissa Nelms See more details Family Dinner Family Dinner February 27, 2019 11:50 pm - February 28, 2019 12:20 am Gathering Space Chic-Fil-A Dinner offered each Wednesday night prior to learning opportunities. $7 - Adults and Volunteers (6th grade and up) $4 - K-5th Free - Birth thru PreK $25 family maximum See more details • • • • • • •

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Becoming the Right Person
Dr. Mark Foster, February 10, 2019
Bible Text: Romans 12:9-12
Becoming the Right Person – One Church
Rev. Andy Nelms, February 8, 2019
Bible Text: Romans 12:9-12
This is Us
Dr. Mark Foster, February 3, 2019
Bible Text: 1 John 4:7-11
This is Us – One Church
Rev. Andy Nelms, February 1, 2019
Bible Text: 1 John 4:7-11
An Unexpected End
Rev. Andy Nelms, January 27, 2019
Bible Text: Mark 16:6-8