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Connecting with God

1. What exactly do you mean by "connecting with God"?
2. I go to church.  I'm connected, right?
3. I'm a good person, what does it matter if I'm 'connected' or not?
4. Are Muslims connected?  What about everybody else?
5. etc...

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40 Days of Purpose

1. I hear the word "campaign" and think fundraising. Will I be asked to contribute extra money to a cause?
2. Is this Campaign something I can bring my seeker-friends to, or is it strictly targeted at believers?
3. What happens during the Campaign that will compel me to go to the next level in each of the five purposes?
4. Do you still need help on the Campaign Team?
5. Who can attend?
6. What is it?
7. Where will it be?
8. When do the small groups start?
9. How do I get involved?
10. Who do I talk to about being part of this campaign? 
11. What ARE the purposes God has for me?
12. When do I begin reading The Purpose Driven Life?
13. If I miss one meeting of my small group, can I make it up by attending another group?
14. Who are our small group leaders?
15. What about childcare?  Will children participate?
16. Why 40 days?

I hear the word "campaign" and think fundraising. Will I be asked to contribute extra money to a cause?

The 40 Days of Purpose Campaign is a spiritual growth campaign, which is designed to focus us aligning ourselves with God's purposes. We will not be asking for extra donations for the Campaign.

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Is this Campaign something I can bring my seeker-friends to, or is it strictly targeted at believers?

This Campaign will have a powerful impact on both seekers and believers alike. The fundamental question of the Campaign, "What on earth am I here for?" is an ideal starting place for seekers. Everyone wants to know what their purpose in life is! There will be a distinct and strategic evangelistic emphasis throughout the Campaign. However, an equally powerful focus is on the growth of every believer, which will be evident with every God-ordained purpose presented. Believers who go through this Campaign will discover a clarity of purpose in their personal walk with God. They will be compelled to go the next level in each of the five purposes on their spiritual journey with Jesus.

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What happens during the Campaign that will compel me to go to the next level in each of the five purposes?

1. Worship: If you think worship is all about singing, think again! Discover the full-orbed idea behind worship, and begin to practice real worship during the Campaign.
2. Fellowship: If you haven't joined a small group class yet, you will have a chance to connect with one for six weeks to study the five purposes in community with others.
3. Discipleship: If you need encouragement to grow by developing the personal disciplines of daily Bible reading and scripture memory, you will find inspiration during the Campaign as you read along in the Purpose Driven Life book, and memorize a weekly scripture verse about each purpose.
4. Ministry: If you haven't discovered where you can use your gifts and skills to serve others, you'll have a chance to explore opportunities and get plugged in to serve with a ministry that needs you. You will also be challenged to think beyond where you may be comfortable, and to have a servant's heart.
5. Evangelism: If you feel fearful or ill equipped to communicate your faith to others, you will learn how to share your own story, and develop an effective life mission statement. You'll have a chance to investigate the various missions and outreaches our church is involved in, and see where you might like to serve.
   

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Do you still need help on the Campaign Team?

Of course! The most important area we need help with is prayer! Without the prayer of our people, the Campaign will be just a set of activities. Pray together with us for the impact of the Campaign on the lives of our people and our church. Beyond prayer, here are the areas where we could still use some help:  Host Homes, Leadership, Communications

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Who can attend?

Anyone who would like to join a small group, especially your neighbors.

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What is it?

A Small Group study discovering God's Purpose for your life.

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Where will it be?

At Cross Roads Baptist Church, and nine other home locations in our community.

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When do the small groups start?

Sunday, October 12, 2003, 6:00 p.m.

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How do I get involved?

Listen to announcements for: Group placement, obtaining study materials, and beginning this important journey.

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Who do I talk to about being part of this campaign?

Lynn Crawford or Jerry Blach

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What ARE the purposes God has for me?

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When do I begin reading The Purpose Driven Life?

We'll begin reading the book on October 12th, 2003.

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If I miss one meeting of my small group, can I make it up by attending another group?

Everyone in a small group will receive a workbook that you could work through on your own, if you have to miss one meeting. In addition, you may call a friend or another small group leader and ask if you may join them for one meeting.

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Who are our small group leaders?

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What about childcare?  Will children participate?

The church will provide childcare at the small group meeting at the church; children will possibly participate through the Children's Ministry on Sunday mornings.

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Why 40 days?

In the introduction to The Purpose Driven Life, Rick Warren explains the scriptural basis for the 40 Days of Purpose Journey.

The Bible is clear in that God considers 40 days to be a spiritually significant time period.  Whenever God wanted to change someone’s perspective and prepare him for His purposes, He often took 40 days.

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