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<title>Recent Sermons - Worship Gathering</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=29</link>
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August 29 - Colossians 4 - Brent Hinsley  - not available

August 22 - Colossians 3 - Brent Hinsley  - not available due to technical difficulties

August 15 - Colossians 2 - Brent Hinsley 

August 8 - Colossians 1 - Logan Shields - What is Your Hope? 

August 1 - The Life Giving Power of Hope 

July 25 - Jeremiah:  When God Gives a Hard Assignment 

July 18 - Logan Shields - Nehemiah: Mand of Burden and Action 

July 11 - Micah:  Doing Justice 

June 27 - Hezekiah:  Radical Trust 

June 20 - Isaiah 6:1-9 - Isaiah: Pursuing Spiritual Authenticity 

June 13 - Amos: How to Measure a Life 

June 6 - Judah &amp; Katie Becker - Mercy House Coffee 

May 30 - Not available 

May 23 - Elijah:  Holding Steady in a Roller Coaster World 

May 16 - God At Work Through You

Series:  Dumb Things Smart People Believe

May 9 - Christianity is only for Sundays

April 25 - We All Believe In The Same Jesus

April 18 - Good People Go To Heaven

April 11 - Feelings Determine TruthApril 4 - Christianity is a Straightjacket 

Series:  Our Vision

March 28 - 2 Timothy 2:2 - Strategic Multiplication

March 21 - John 20:21 - Community Engagement

March 14 - 2 Corinthians 5:17-21 - Gracious Invitation

March 7 - Acts 1:8 - &quot;Global Impact&quot;

February 28 - Colossians 3:12-17 -  &quot;Purposeful Relationships&quot;

February 21 - Ephesians 4:11-16 - &quot;Mutual Service&quot;

February 14 - Romans 12:9-21 - &quot;Practical Sacrifice&quot;

February 7th - John 15:1-5 - &quot;Organic Connection&quot;

January 31st - Romans 12:1-2 - &quot;Voluntary Surrender&quot;

January 24th - Matthew 22:35-37 - &quot;All-Encompassing Love&quot;

January 17th - Matthew 28:16-20 - &quot;Church?  So What?&quot;

 

 

Series:  Old Testament Challenge

January 3rd - 1 Kings 12-15 - &quot;The Divided Kingdom:  What Puts Community At Risk?&quot;

December 27th - &quot;Jesus in the Old Testament II&quot; 

December 20th - &quot;Jesus in the Old Testament I&quot;

December 13th - 1 Kings 9-11 - &quot;Solomon:  Extreme Folly&quot; 

November 29th - Guest Speaker Ron Watters - &quot;When Times Are Too Tough&quot;  (recording not available due to technical difficulties)

November 22nd - Guest Speaker Ron Watters - &quot;When God Doesn&#39;t Make Sense&quot;

November 15th - Guest Speaker Ron Watters - &quot;When God is Too Slow&quot;

November 8th - Book of Job - &quot;Where is God When it Hurts?&quot;

November 1st - Various Psalms - &quot;The Greatest Prayers of All Time&quot; 

October 25th - Psalms 43 and 102 - &quot;The Heights and Depths of Prayer&quot;

October 18th - 2 Samuel - &quot;David - Developing a Heart for God&quot; 

 

Series:  Overcoming Life-Controlling Issues

October 11th - Ephesians 6:10-24 - &quot;Wisdom for Following God&quot;

October 4th - Ephesians 6:5-9 - &quot;Wisdom for the Workplace&quot; 

September 27th - Ephesians 6:1-4 - &quot;Wisdom for Parents&quot;

September 20th - Special Guest Speaker Diane Parnell - &quot;The Gift&quot; 

September 13th - Ephesians 5:22-23 - &quot;The Mystery of Marriage&quot; 

August 23rd - Ephesians 4:17-32 - &quot;Unity&quot; 

August 16th - Ephesians 4:1-16 - &quot;Better Together&quot;

August 9th - Ephesians 3:14-21 - &quot;Overcoming Abuses of Love&quot; 

August 2nd - Ephesians 3:1-3 - &quot;Overcoming Distance from God&quot;

July 26th - Ephesians 2:11-22 - &quot;Overcoming Relationship Barriers&quot; 

July 12th and 19th - Due to technical difficulties, we are sorry to report that these were not recorded.

July 5th - Ephesians 1:1-14 - &quot;The Hope of Freedom&quot;

 

June 21st - Guest Speaker:  Jim Burns - &quot;Families&quot;

June 14th - Guest Speaker:  Dr. James A. Beverley  -  &quot;Seven Signs of Spiritual Truth&quot;

 

Series: Old Testament Challenge, Part 2
June 7     1Samuel     Where is Your Confidence?  Part 1   Part 2
May 31     1Samuel 1-3    Learning to Listen to God
May 24     Judges     Intercepting Spiritual Entropy
May 17     Judges     Identifying Spiritual Entropy
May 10     Joshua 6-11    The OT and Holy War
May 3     Joshua 1-6    The Law of the First Step

Life on Loan Series
Mar 29  Life on Loan #4
Mar 15  Life on Loan #3
Mar 8  Life on Loan #2
Mar 1  Life on Loan #1

Find other recent series on the Sermon Archives Page</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:12:17  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Coffee Shop - Home</title>
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Help is needed to get the &quot;Higher Grounds&quot; Coffee Shop up and running.  We are also building a team to operate this ministry on a weekly basis.  Sign up to help at the Coffee Shop counter, or contact Laura Leonardi.

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<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:44:22  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Wasatch Early Learning Center - Home</title>
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The Wasatch Early Learning Center, a fun, learning-based preschool and kindergarten with a non-denominational approach, is now enrolling!

 Click here for more information.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:44:22  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Our Ministry - Home</title>
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Our single focus is to produce mature followers of Jesus Christ who model his character and priorities.  To this end, our ministry consists of three key environments.

Our Worship Gathering reminds us of the God we serve and his saving story.  We come to reinforce our new identity, values, mission and lifestyle as Christ-followers.  You can hear recent sermons, explore our children&#39;s and youth ministries, or learn about our worship style.

The Ascent is a highly intentional training process that develops the knowledge, attitudes, motives, and behaviors that mark a growing follower of Jesus.  Follow the link to learn more about this &quot;climb&quot; to maturity.

Communities are weekly gatherings where we share life together, learn life lessons from the Bible, stimulate one another to live fully obedient to Jesus, and purposefully organize to engage the needs of the city and the world.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:44:22  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Sunday Schedule - Home</title>
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 Worship: 9:30 a.m. &amp; 11:00 a.m.Communities: 9:30 a.m. &amp; 11:00 a.m.Youth group (7th-12th grade) meets at 11:00 a.m.Preschool and elementary aged Sunday school classes meet at 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.Nursery care is offered during both services.</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:44:22  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Glorify God - Grow Together - Go to the World - Home</title>
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Uplifting music, loving friendships, life-relevant teaching and a gracious, accepting spirit all make our church a wonderful place! 

Our pastors present biblical truth in a way that makes sense in today&#39;s world. Our services encourage you to draw closer to Jesus Christ.

We care about growing together as followers of Jesus.  We want to bring honor to God and to make a life-changing impact in our community.

Come as you are!  But be ready to grow!</description>
<pubDate>Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:44:22  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Pregnancy Care Center Walk For Life - Current News &amp; Events</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=32</link>
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The walk is a fundraiser for the ministry of the Pregnancy Care Center of Ogden (PCC).  Walkers get pledges from sponsors to take a 1.5 mile stroll along the Ogden River.  Every pledge helps support the PCC\&#39;s outreach to women in unexpected pregnancies with the message of LIFE!  The walk is a fun event for the whole family.  Some &quot;walkers&quot; use their tricylces, wheelchairs, rollerblades or even wagons.  Join us by &quot;putting feet to your convictions and walking for LIFE!&quot;The walk is a fundraiser for the ministry of the Pregnancy Care Center of Ogden (PCC).  Walkers get pledges from sponsors to take a 1.5 mile stroll along the Ogden River.  Every pledge helps support the PCC\&#39;s outreach to women in unexpected pregnancies with the message of LIFE!  The walk is a fun event for the whole family.  Some &quot;walkers&quot; use their tricylces, wheelchairs, rollerblades or even wagons.  Join us by &quot;putting feet to your convictions and walking for LIFE!&quot;  Sign up at www.ogdenpcc.org.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:31:57  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Early Learning Center - Current News &amp; Events</title>
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Preschool (4&#39;s) and Kindergarten openings are still available for next school year.  Contact Ann Simpson at 801-389-6942.

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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:31:57  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Wasatch Church now on Facebook! - Current News &amp; Events</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=32</link>
<guid>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=32&amp;article_id=633</guid>
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Add Wasatch Church as a friend, and get the latest announcements, pictures, etc.!  Click here to go to the Facebook page.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:31:57  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Benevolence Offering - Current News &amp; Events</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=32</link>
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The second Sunday of each month Wasatch takes a special offering to assist those in our church body or the community that have a financial need. 

&quot;A generous man will prosper; he who refreshes others will himself be refreshed.&quot;   

Proverbs 11:25-28 (New International Version) </description>
<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:31:57  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Newcomer's Connection - Current News &amp; Events</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=32</link>
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There will be a newcomers&#39; orientation the first of Sunday of every month at 11:00 am.  This is for anyone who would like to learn a little more about Wasatch Church. 

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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:31:57  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Connecting with Communities - Current News &amp; Events</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=32</link>
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Looking to connect with others?  Our Communities are the place where we live out the Christian life together.  

 

There  are Communities that meet on Sunday Morning (Transformers @ 9:30am);  (SpiritBuilders @ 11am) and on Sunday Evenings (Revolution @ 5pm at host homes), and (Young Adult @ 6:00 at church).  The Heirforce Youth Group meets Sundays @ 11:00am and Wednesdays at 6:00pm.  Join us!

 

Grab a &quot;Communities&quot; brochure at the Welcome Desk, or e-mail office@wasatchchurch.org for more information.

 

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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:31:57  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Church Recycle Bin: - Current News &amp; Events</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=32</link>
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At the rear of the parking lot there is a paper (only) recycle bin. The church earns income from this so please use it as much as possible. You may recycle phone books and the like but paper should only be up to cardstock thickness.  Please do not dispose of cardboard or plastic.</description>
<pubDate>Tue, 10 Aug 2010 13:31:57  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Ross Anderson - Senior Pastor - Meet Our Staff</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=9</link>
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Pastor Anderson has led the church since it was founded in July 1983. He is a Utah native, born and raised in the LDS Church. He came to saving faith in Christ in 1976. He completed his undergraduate work at University of California at San Diego in Biochemistry and later earned a Master of Divinity degree from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. More recently, he was awarded a Doctor of Ministry from Salt Lake Theological Seminary. 

 

His ministry includes preaching and teaching, discipling and equipping others for ministry, multiplying leaders, and directing the congregation&#39;s vision. He also leads a regional ministry called Utah Advance, which focuses on planting healthy churches adapted to Utah&#39;s unique cultural climate. His new book, Understanding the Book of Mormon, was released this year by Zondervan Publishers.  A new title, Understanding  Your Mormon Neighbor, will be released next year.  He enjoys reading, bicycling and various sports. He and his wife Nancy have two children, aged 23 and 20. Favorite family activities include reading good stories together and traveling. </description>
<pubDate>Thu, 5 Aug 2010 09:57:45  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Young Adult - Missional Communities</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=16</link>
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This is a body of young adults whose goal is to share Christ in a radically changing culture in order to make disciples.  It is a group that is warm and welcoming to visitors that want to dive into the Word of God and get connected with other people to live &quot;life on life&quot; discipleship. 

Team Leader: Logan Shields

Room: Church Office Wing

Time: Sundays 6 pm

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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:20:40  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Welcome to Wasatch Church! - Who We Are</title>
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Thank you for taking time to get to know us better.

At Wasatch Church, we have a compelling vision for our ministry in this community.  As you learn more about us, we invite you to pray about becoming part of what God is doing through this congregation.

If we can be of service to you in any way, it would be our privilege.  Likewise, if you have any questions, please feel free to call.

May God richly bless you!

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<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:57:12  MST</pubDate>
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<title>The Lobby - Planning to Visit?</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=42</link>
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As you enter the glass front doors, someone will greet you and offer you a flyer about the day&#39;s events.  

To your right, down a hallway, you will see our Event Center.  The people there will show you where to take your children, tell you about the morning&#39;s schedule, and answers your questions.    

If you need to use a restroom, you have three choices.  From the lobby, go down the hallway past the drinking fountain.  Others are located in the hallways to your right and left as you face the Welcome Desk.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:40:40  MST</pubDate>
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<title>The Ministry of Elders - Elders and Deacons</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=46</link>
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The church&#39;s Elders are co-laborers with the Pastor in the Biblical ministry of the pastor / elder / overseer.  This includes teaching, shepherding and discipling God&#39;s people, guarding against false doctrine, and overseeing the church&#39;s ministry.  The Elder Board is the church&#39;s governing board.

Elders are chosen by the congregation from among the male members who best meet the qualifications of 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:1-9 and 1 Peter 5:1-3.  They must be faithful participants in church life, proven in ministry, committed to our mission and values, and must demonstrate a solid grasp of the Biblical basis of our doctrine and ministry.

Our current Elders:Ross AndersonGreg HustadBill MoranChuck VeillonPete Newland (Emeritus)Brent Hinsley</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 12:39:03  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Wasatch Early Learning Center - Early Learning Center</title>
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At Wasatch Early Learning Center we know that Children are a unique gift of God and they learn best when they are engaged and interested. We&#39;ve created an environment where your child can grow and thrive, one where his or her unique talents are valued and developed, where curiosity, exploration, and positive reinforcement are the norm.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 16 Jul 2010 10:50:50  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Transformers - Missional Communities</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=16</link>
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Transformers

Team Leader: Nancy Anderson 
Teacher: Varies
Room: 310
Time: 9:30 am


Transformers is a group of adults with children who are pre-teen and older. We are committed to supporting each other through prayer, bible study and sharing of common life experiences. 


 

Other activities: Regular Fellowship (parties &amp; food!) and service projects.
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<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 13:45:46  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Revolution - Missional Communities</title>
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Revolution 

Team Leader: Mike &amp; Andrea Wilson

Teachers: Varies

Location: Varies

Time: 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

We are &quot;Revolution,&quot; our prayer is that Jesus will revolutionize our hearts so we can revolutionize the world. &quot;Revolution&quot; are in pursuit of God in the company of friends.

 

Weekly Revolution Locations 

First Sunday - Mike &amp; Chris Horton
(3024 W 4450 S, Roy)

Second Sunday - Mike &amp; Andrea Wilson
(5559 S 150 W, Washington Terrace)

Third Sunday - Keith &amp; Jacki Moran
(3403 W 4275 S, West Haven)

Fourth Sunday - Lou &amp; Ev Griffin
(309 W. Weber High Dr., Pleasant View)

Fifth Sunday - Brent &amp; Suzy Hinsley
(4151 W 5400 S, Roy)</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 13:45:46  MST</pubDate>
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<title>SHARE YOUR STORY - Missional Communities</title>
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If anyone has a story about how one of our Communities has impacted their life and would like to share it with others, please talk to Bill Moran. You can also email your story to the church office.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 13:45:46  MST</pubDate>
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<title>The Spirit Builders - Missional Communities</title>
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SpiritBuilders

Team Leader: Bill Moran
Teacher: Varies
Room: 15
Time: 11:00 am

SpiritBuilders are mature Christians committed to in-depth Bible study, upholding one another in prayer and Christian love, and in providing mutual support and comfort.

Other Activities:
&quot;Fellowship Night&quot;- 3rd Saturday 
Regular service projects.
Small group studies


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<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 13:45:46  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Prayer Needs at Wasatch Church - Prayer Resources</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=68</link>
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    Here are a few key things to pray for Wasatch  Church during the Week of Prayer:  Give      us a harvest of people coming to faith in Jesus!Bring      laborers to join us in the harvest field.Help      us to make disciples who glorify God, grow together, and go to the world.Rebuild      our financial vitality, especially for provision to make it through the      summer.Add      new, vibrant Communities to enfold more people into our life together.Move      in our children, youth, and young adult ministries to change the future.Use      The Ascent to multiply mature disciples and raise up leaders.Restore      and strengthen marriages, especially through upcoming marriage events.Guide      us about where and when our next church plant will be.Give      us an eternal impact in our community through service and outreach,      especially through this summer&#8217;s outreach opportunities.Grow      the flock to be more deeply rooted in prayer, divine power, and love.Build      up and provide leaders for all of our ministries to be adequately staffed.</description>
<pubDate>Sat, 15 May 2010 13:40:42  MST</pubDate>
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<title>How to Pray for Individuals - Prayer Resources</title>
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I claim ________ as God&#39;s purchased possession, in the name of Jesus Christ, on the basis of your shed blood.

I claim the tearing down of all the works of Satan in _______&#39;s life: all false doctrine, unbelief, temporal values, hatred, resentment, bitterness, and deceitfulness.

I claim that each of ________&#39;s thoughts will be brought into captivity to the obedience of Jesus Christ.

I claim the complete deliverance of ________ from the power andn persuasion of the devil.

I pray that ________ will be brought into submission, and that his/her conscience will be convicted and brought to the point of repentance.

I pray that ________ will hear and believe God&#39;s Word, and that God&#39;s will and purpose will be accomplished in and through ________&#39;s life.

Thank you, Jesus, for hearing and answering my prayer!

From &quot;Perfectly Positioned&quot; by Francis Anfuso.</description>
<pubDate>Sat, 8 May 2010 13:58:27  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Other Prospects - Church Planting</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=34</link>
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We are seeking God&#39;s leading in various directions:We have recently entered an informal partnership with other church-planting churches along Utah&#39;s Wasatch Front to explore how to share resources for a more effective church multiplication movement in the Intermountain West.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:21:29  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Current News - Church Planting</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=34</link>
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Our leadership team is currently praying about partnering with a church  planting candidate who has expressed an interest in Utah.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 26 Apr 2010 20:19:48  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Our Progess - Church Planting</title>
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In 2002, we sent 30 people and a pastor out from Wasatch Church to plant Christ Community Church in West Point, Utah.  Christ Community is now a growing congregation with a vibrant ministry.In 2004, we partnered with other area churches to plant Lifeline Community in West Jordan, Utah.  Although we did not send any people, we did provide significant leadership to the project, along with thousands of dollars in funding.  Lifeline started public services in January, 2005 and continues to grow.In 2006, we called a church planter pastor to be part of our staff.  In 2007, we commissioned 27 people from Wasatch Church to  go forth with him as the nucleus of Lifesong Community Church, which has since become the Genesis Project in Ogden.  The Genesis Project has had a major impact in central Ogden.In 2008, we partnered with other churches to launch Water&#39;s Edge church in Stansbury Park, Utah.  Again, we did not send people, but we have provided leadership, coaching, practical help and some funding.  Water&#39;s Edge started weekly worship services in August 2009.</description>
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<title>Western Institute for Intercultural Studies - Missions</title>
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<title>Vision 360 Utah - Missions</title>
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<title>Sermon Archive Page - Sermon Archive</title>
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This Page contains past sermons of Wasatch Church

The Incomparable Jesus

Dec 21   &quot;Jesus Above Us&quot; - Phil 2:9-11
Dec 14   &quot;Jesus For Us&quot; - Phil 2:8
Dec 7   &quot;Jesus Among Us&quot; - Phil 2:7-8
Nov 30   &quot;Jesus Beyond Us&quot; - Phil 2:6

Old Testament Challenge
Part I: The Pentateuch

Nov 23  &quot;Loving God&#39;s Law&quot; - book of Deuteronomy 
Nov 16  &quot;The Tabernacle Relationship&quot; Exodus 25-40  - The tabernacle gives us insight into the heart of our holy God who chose to live among and relate to his people.
Nov 9   &quot;Lessons from the Wilderness&quot; Exodus - Deuteronomy God uses the wilderness to purify and shape his people into who he wants them to be.
Nov 2  &quot;God the Law-Giver&quot;   Exod 3, 19-20    The God who is holy can transform us as we enter into a living relationship with him through Jesus Christ.
Oct 26  &quot;God the Deliverer&quot;  Exod 1-12  When we cling to God when things seem hopeless, he takes action to prove his power and his care.
Oct 19  &quot;God Is with Us&quot; Gen 24-50   God is continuously and actively present with us, connected and working in our world and our lives.
Oct 5    &quot;It&#39;s Time to Define the Relationship&quot;  Gen 12-22   Abraham illustates God&#39;s initiative to redeem humanity, as Abraham responds in faith.
Sep 28  &quot;Community Busters&quot;  Gen 3-11   God&#39;s life-giving plan is ruined by the spread of sin in human civilization and in our own lives.
Sep 21:   &quot;God&#39;s Greatest Dream&quot;  Gen 1-12   The climax of creation is men and women in life-giving community with God and each other.

Annual &quot;Discernment&quot; Series
During this message, the Pastor listed a few books to help build biblical depth and discernment: Knowledge of the Holy (Tozer), Knowing God (Packer), Loving God (Colson), The Reason for God (Keller), and The Discipline of Discernment (Challies). 

Sep 7: Understanding the Quran (Koran)
Aug 31: What to Make of Joel Osteen
Aug 24: Evaluating Eckhardt Tolle - 1 John 4:1-12
Aug 17: The Call to Mature Discernment - Heb 5:11-14

Pastoral Series
Aug 3:  Congregants &amp; Pastors Unite!  - Eph 4: 11-13
Jul  20:   What to Expect from a Pastor - 1 Peter 5:1-4, and others. 

Annual Stewardship Series
Jul  13:   Misgivings about Giving - 2 Cor 9:6-8
Jul  6:     Myths about Money - Luke 12:15-21

Jeff Hummel, the senior pastor of Gensis Project, spreads a message of hope and let&#39;s us know how things have been since its start.
June 29:  Genesis Project - Jeff Hummel

Ever wonder what is God&#39;s overall purpose for the World?  Ross helps us to understand the big picture in this wonderful sermon series.
June 22:  God&#39;s goal is to unite all peoples  Revelation 5:9
June 15:   Progress of the Good News  Acts 1:8
June 8:   We&#39;re blessed to be a blessing   Psalm 67: 1-7
June 1:   Bring everyone into relationship with Him  Genesis 12:1-3              

Do you need a Spiritual tune-up??  Pastor Anderson examines 50 day spirtial tune-up our needs in this captivating series.

May 18:  Tuning Up Our Reliance on God
May 11:  Tuning Up Our Obedience 
May 4:  Tuning Up Our Habits  1 Peter 1:13-17
Apr 27:  Tuning Up Our Speech 
Apr 20  Tuning Up Our Thoughts - Matt Mercer
Apr 13:  Tuning Up Our Attitudes - Jack Abbott  Mark 4
Apr 6:  Tuning up our relationships  Matt 5:21-26

A room full of people who are there only as consumers of religion and biblical knowledge is not the church that Jesus calls us to be.  This series is about the Great Commission.  We are exploring what it takes to make mature disciples and why this should be the core of everything we&#39;re called by Jesus to do.  

Mar 23:   Measure of Maturity #11   &quot;Christ Lives in Me.&quot;  Galatians 2:20
Mar 16:  Measure of Maturity #10  &quot;Care Enough to Share.&quot;  2 Corinthians 5:16-21
Mar 9:  Measure of Maturity #9  &quot;Live Sent&quot;  John 20:19-22 
Mar 2:  Measure of Maturity #8  &quot;The World through the Eyes of Jesus.&quot;  Luke 19:1-10
Feb 24:  Measure of Maturity #7  &quot;The Fuel for the Journey.&quot;  Galatians 5:16-23 
Feb 17:  Measure of Maturity #6  &quot;Love Is Not Blind.&quot;  John 15:12-17
Feb 10:  Measure of Maturity #5  &quot;The Power of Connection.&quot;  Colossians 3:9-17
Feb 3:    Measure of Maturity #4  &quot;Cosmic Killjoy or Divine Delight?&quot;  Psalm 73:23-28
Jan 27:  Measure of Maturity #3  &quot;It&#39;s All About Who?&quot;   Matthew 16:21-26
Jan 20:  Measure of Maturity #2  &quot;There&#39;s No Life without Birth.&quot;  John 17:1-5
Jan 13 2008:  Measure of Maturity #1  &quot;The Great Omission.&quot;    Matt 28:18-20


Jan 06, 2008:  Stewardship #2  &quot;It&#39;s a matter of worship - Part 2  &quot;  Luke 12
Dec 30, 2007:  Stewardship #1  &quot;It&#39;s a matter of worship - Part 1&quot;  Romans 12:1

Dec 24, 2007:  Generosity of God  &quot;Understanding the true generosity of God&quot;  2 Cor 8:9
Dec 16:  Three greatest challenges facing our children  Youth Group Pastor Brent Hinsley
Dec 9:  Following Jesus #13  &quot;The Crucifiction &amp; Resurrection&quot;  Matthew 26 - 28
Dec 2:  Following Jesus #12   &#39;We&#39;re Ready for Jesus to Return&#39;   Matthew 24-25
Nov 25:  Following Jesus #11   &#39;God&#39;s Priorities Come First&#39;   Matthew 21-23
Nov 18:  Following Jesus #10  - &#39;We live by Grace&#39;   Matthew 18-20
Nov 11:  Following Jesus #9  - &#39;We live by faith&#39;   Matthew 16-17 
Nov 4:  Following Jesus #8  - &#39;We develop people to follow Jesus&#39;   Matthew 14-15
Oct 28:  Following Jesus #7  - &#39;We invite people to respond to Jesus&#39;   Matthew 11-13
Oct 21:  Following Jesus #6  - &#39;We care deeply about the lost and needy&#39;   Matthew 9-10
Oct 14:  Following Jesus #5  - &#39;We accept the power and authority of Jesus&#39;  Matthew 8(December &#39;06 through May &#39;07) 

This series is called &quot;Great Expectations&quot;.  As Pastor Anderson gets ready to go on sabbatical leave May 21, he is leading us through a series to prepare us all for what to expect God to do among us during this time of renew and redirection.

May 20: Missional Impact John 20:19-22
May 13: Outward Orientation John 4:25-41 
May 6: God-given Focus Mark 1:35-39 
April 29: Love for Each Other Luke 8:40-48 
April 22: Spiritual Renewal Mark 1:32-37
 

&quot;Living an Emotionally Healthy Life&quot;, from the New Testament book of Philippians.

March 25: Contentment Philippians 4:10-23
March 18: Peace Philippians 4:5-9
March 11: Joy Philippians 4:1-4
March 4: Perseverance Philippians 3: 12-21
February 25: Self-Understanding Philippians 3:1-11
February 18: Interdependent Relationships Philippians 2:19-30
February 11: Surrender Philippians 2:12-18
January 28: Purpose Philippians 1:21-30 
January 21: Hope Philippians 1:12-20
January 14: &quot;The Generosity of God&quot; 2 Cor 8:9
December 31: &quot;Freedom From the Bondage of Debt&quot; Prov 22:7  </description>
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<title>Patti Glover – Office Manager - Meet Our Staff</title>
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Patti Glover is new to Wasatch Church.  She acts as receptionist, business manager, treasurer, graphic designer, webmaster, records clerk and secretary to the rest of our staff.  She received her Bachelor of Arts in music education from Seattle Pacific University. She has been wife to Jeff for 25 years and mother to two daughters, now 20 and 22.  Patti spent many years in the very important and honorable profession of &#8216;stay at home&#39; mom and also worked at a number of businesses and evangelical churches in administrative capacities.  She was born and raised in a Christian family in Seattle, Washington and remained in the Puget Sound area until moving to Idaho for 13 years before moving to Brigham City in 2005.  

 

The ministries she has been involved with include leading various women&#39;s Bible studies and organizing and managing women&#39;s retreats.  Patti came into a growing relationship with Christ and accepted His sufficient, complete, and free gift of grace at a young age.   She is interested in many things, especially where she can spend much time with her family and her grandchildren.  Aside from these social gatherings, she also enjoys worship of God, travel, history, quilting, baking, playing games, gardening, and smelling the roses; both literally and figuratively.  

 

Patti is grateful for this opportunity at Wasatch Church and is excited to see how Jesus chooses to use her and her family in the years to come.  </description>
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<title>Preschool Director - Ann Simpson - Meet Our Staff</title>
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My name is Ann Simpson, I live in Roy, and I have two children. My son Jason is 28 and is pursuing double bachelors in Mechanical Engineering and Applies Physics, he is and married to Rebecca a wonderful girl who is more than a daughter-in-law. My daughter is Jenny; she is 22 and married to a great man named Noah they have a beautiful little girl name Addison. My husband of 28 years Allen, was in the military 21 years, is now retired and working at Hill AFB as a program manager. 

 

I have a C.D.A. in child care and am in continuing education classes at Weber State to attain my accreditation as a child care director. I previously taught pre-school for 5 years on Hill AFB. I was an E.S.L. (English as a Second Language) teacher for 4 years, in Huber Heights Ohio. In addition, I have been a substitute teacher in the Weber School District for kindergarten through 10th grade for 7 years. I have also taught pre-threes, pre- fours and Kindergarten afternoon classes. I am currently teaching the kindergarten class at Wasatch Early Learning Center. </description>
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<title>Youth Pastor - Brent Hinsley - Meet Our Staff</title>
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Brent has been our youth pastor since June 1998. He grew up in Southern California, where he worked as a junior high youth pastor, lived and served the homeless in the inner city, and worked at Christian summer camps for youth groups. Brent&#39;s undergraduate degree is in pastoral ministries from Southern California College. He earned his Master of Christian Education in Youth Ministry from Talbot Theological Seminary. 

 

Brent&#39;s ministry includes teaching, training and discipling young people from junior high through young adults. He does this through large and small groups, fun activities, outreach events and mission trips. Brent and his wife Susie have a 5 year old son and a 3 year old daughter. </description>
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<title>Elders Meeting - March 4, 2010 - Elder Board Minutes</title>
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Present: R Anderson, B Hinsley, G Hustad, B Moran, C Veillon

A. Reports

      1.  Finances

      2.   Pastoral care needs in the flock.

B. Continuing Issues

      1.   Bylaws Amendments

Agreed together on a final draft for the Annual Meeting, incorporating input from the discussion at the January congregational meeting.

C. New Issues

      1.   2010-11 Budget

            a.  Set a proposed budget to present at the Annual Meeting of $236,064.

            b.  Discussed ways to better manage the budget from month to month.

c.  Determined that our first priority in case of additional income beyond the budget will be to rebuild our contingency fund.  Once we have made significant progress on that, three other priorities will be considered:Rebuild a fund designated for big-ticket building maintenance needs.Increased marketing in the community.Landscape the Midland Dr. frontage. 

      2.   Missions

Agreed to support the new ministry of Vision 360 and Jeff Hummel with a regular monthly missions commitment of $200 / month, to be built into the new budget proposal.

3.   Marriages

Discussed ways to address the spate of troubled marriages in the congregation, and to build better marriages.  Agreed on the following:Schedule - as soon as practical, before summer - a motivational marriage conference / rally to reinforce to the congregation, with passion and energy, the importance of marriage.Look into &quot;Emotionally Healthy Church&quot; curriculum as a way of addressing, in our disciplemaking process, the underlying past-life issues that often hinder marriage.Offer an Ascent elective designed to teach and model to couples how to develop a devotional life together.

The Elders each agreed to start looking for a qualified speaker (perhaps a local pastor) who can address the marriage conference / rally with insight and passion.

D.  Prayer for the Flock

Next meetings: Sunday, March 21 for lunch

                         Saturday, March 27 - Leadership Summit @ 10 a.m.

                         Thursday, April 1 @ 6:30 p.m.</description>
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<title>Elders Meeting - January 7, 2010 - Elder Board Minutes</title>
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Present: R Anderson, B Hinsley, G Hustad, B Moran, C Veillon

A.  ReportsFinancial Report

            December income: $8,749 / wk  ($34,994)

            November income: $4,152 / wk

            October income: $4,021 / wk

            September income: $3,650 / wk

      2.   Ross reported on some pastoral care issues, people who might need spiritual intervention, and others who have been affected by the recent staff transition issues.

      3.   Ross reported that Megumi Cochran is stepping down after a faithful tenure as leader of the Nursery ministry, as of Feb 21, and is working hard to insure a smooth transition.  The Elders expressed their gratitude for Megumi and her faithful service.

B.  Continuing Issues

      1.   Current Finances

a.   The Elders expressed ongoing gratitude for God&#39;s provision during December.  The extent of the provision, along with encouragement to stay faithful, will be expressed to the congregation by a letter attached to the January giving statements.

b.   Affirmed the decision of last month to be more intentional about using the Sunday morning announcements as a time to teach people Biblical concepts about giving.

c. Agreed on a budget philosophy for the upcoming fiscal year to be that we maintain expenses at a minimum to rebuild our financial strength. In the upcoming budget, we will adopt a list of advance priorities to dictate what we will do if additional funds become available. This will discussed in more detail in February&#39;s meeting, but will include, at least:rebuild our emergency fund to a level of $35,000re-establish fund for long term maintenance and replacement costs

 

        2. Evaluate plans for regaining momentum and direction.

Plans have gone well so far.  The one item on the list from last meeting that needs continuing attention is to engage our educators and artisans to help us create ways to communicate our vision with greater impact, clarity and consistency.

       3.   Approved the applications of new members:

            Candice Chugg, Cody Chugg, Kristie Morphin, Laura Stephens

C.  New Issues

      1.   Bylaws Amendments

The Elders approved several amendments to the bylaws.  Once final wording is worked out, these will be presented to the congregation at the January 23 quarterly meeting, in order to be discussed and voted on at the Annual Meeting in March.  The proposed amendments fall into three categories:cleaning up various words and phrases to create greater consistency between different sections of the bylaws.policies regarding the hiring and dismissal of associate pastors and other ministry staff.policies regarding the seating of associate pastors as members of the Elder Board.

      2.   Leadership Candidates

            The Elders approved Brent Hinsley as a candidate for Eldership.

D.  Prayer for Flock.

Next meetings: Saturday, January 9 - Leadership Summit @ 10 a.m.

 Sunday, January 24 for lunch 

                           Thursday, February 4 @ 6:30 p.m.</description>
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<title>Elders Meeting - December 10, 2009 - Elder Board Minutes</title>
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Present: R Anderson, G Hustad, B Moran, C Veillon;  Absent: B Hinsley

A.  ReportsFinancial Report

            November income: $4,152 / wk

            October income: $4,021 / wk

            September income: $3,650 / wk

            August income: $3,024 / wk

      2.   Ross reported some encouraging developments, especially in the area of potential new leaders stepping up to help in key areas of ministry, such as assimilation and young adults.

B.  Continuing Issues

      1.   Current Finances

a.   Agreed about the need to communicate openly and clearly to the congregation about the current financial crisis.  Ross will draft a letter and prepare a statement to be made on Sunday, asking for people to make gifts above and beyond their regular offering within the next 3 weeks.

            b.   Agreed to take cost-saving measures to reduce utility expenses.consolidated schedulebetter thermostatsetc.

c.   Agreed to take the following steps to pay our financial commitments, if they should become necessary:transfer money from Benevolence accountdiscuss with Early Learning Center a new rent arrangement or a one-time donationtalk to Christian Investors Foundation about interest-only mortgage payments for a timedefer some of Ross&#39; salary, to be repaid at a later date

d. Agreed to be more intentional about using the Sunday morning announcements as a time to teach people Biblical concepts about giving.

e. Agreed to study and consider new approaches to budgeting, such as those suggested by the &quot;Defining Moments&quot; leadership series.

      2.   Christmas Offering

Agreed, under the current financial situation, to forego the Christmas Offering for this year.

C.  New Issues

1.   Plan for moving forward to regain momentum and direction.

a.  Prayer

b.  Plan a series of positive events that draw people together.

c.  Communicate encouraging developments in ministry.

d.  Communicate our vision with greater clarity.Preach a series on vision / values starting in JanuaryEngage our educators and artisans to help us create ways to communicate.

e.  Give an opportunity at the next leadership meeting for people to ask questions or raise lingering issues.

2.   Pastoral Care Issues

Discussion of families most effected by the aftermath of personnel changes at Wasatch.  How to handle other challenging issues, including a pending divorce.

3.   New member applicants.

Approved: Evelyne Griffin, Keith Moran, Jacki Moran.

Need to be interviewed: Kristie Morfin (Greg); Candice &amp; Cody Chugg (Chuck); Laura Stephens (Ross)

4.   Offer to rent.

Declined to accept an offer from our neighbor, Dennis Parker, to rent a room in the church building for his self-hypnosis counseling groups.

5. Internet House of Prayer feed.

Agreed to continue the internet feed from IHOP, to establish regular hours that the feed will be on and the worship center open, and promote it to the public using a name such as &quot;Roy Prayer Room.&quot;

D.  Prayer for Flock.

Next meetings: Sunday, December 20 for lunch.  

                           Thursday, January 7 @ 6:30 p.m.

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<title>Elder's Meeting - November 5, 2009 - Elder Board Minutes</title>
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Present: R Anderson, S Bertoni, B Hinsley, C Veillon     Absent: G Hustad, B Moran

A.  ReportsFinancial Report

            October income: $4,021 / wk

            September income: $3,650 / wk

            August income: $3,024 / wk

Needed for budget: $5,200 / wk

      2.   Chuck reported on a meeting with the Utah Department of Transportation regarding possible egress on Midland Dr.  UDOT staff was helpful and sympathetic, but regulations for developing an exit lane on a highway with such a high speed limit make it impossible to consider adding access to the property from Midland Dr.  Such access may become possible at some future time should UDOT decide to fund widening Midland to 5 lanes.  Our recourse will be to make the property more attractive on the Midland Dr. side and use signage to direct the public to the entrance side of the property.  New signs will be ready soon.

B. Continuing Issues

      None

C. New Issues

      1.   Christmas Offering

Agreed to promote a Christmas offering again this year, dedicated strictly to outreach beyond the immediate congregation.  The offering will be allocated with 25% each to the Pregnancy Care Center, Jesus Field, Communities, a church planting project (to be identified).

      2.   Christmas holiday programming

Christmas Eve: traditional candlelight service.  

Children&#39;s Christmas Program: The full version will be presented at Heritage Park on Dec 13.  Permission is granted for a 20 minute version to be presented during Sunday worship (date tba).

      3.   Elder recruitment.

Discussed the process of recruiting Elders.  Discussed potential candidates.

      4.   Pastoral care issues.

            Discussed the needs of certain families facing challenging situations.

      5.   Strategic Evaluation of Worship Gathering.

Discussed the issue of who we are primarily trying to speak to during worship services.  Who is the target audience of our worship gathering?  And how should we gear worship and teaching accordingly?

      6.   Ecuador mission trip.

Brent asked that the Elders find a way to fund his share of the expenses for next summer&#39;s mission trip to Ecuador.  Agreed to use whatever resources are available to make this possible for Brent.

D. Prayer for Flock.

Next meetings: Sunday, November 15 for lunch.  

                           Thursday, December 3 @ 6:30 p.m.</description>
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<title>Spring Groups - The Ascent</title>
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The Ascent begins its spring quarter on March 9th. Groups will meet at the church building initially. Child care is provided. Sign up at the Ascent booth on Sunday, or go to Ascent Registration.

Spring Quarter 2010


Stage One: Foundations
The Christian View of Reality 
Learn how biblical truth shapes every facet of life, including family, work, government, history, science, and more.

Stage Two: Transformations
Chang the World by Sharing Good News
Gain confidence in telling others about knowing Jesus, using a simple method that preserves valued relationships. 

Stage Three: Interactions
The Disciple and God&#39;s Resources
Use the time, talent and treasure God has given you to gain financial freedom and invest more generously in his kingdom. 

The Spring Quarter runs from 
March 9-June 1.
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. 
Child care provided

 

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<title>The Ministry of Deacons - Elders and Deacons</title>
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Deacons relieve the Elders and staff of many of the church&#39;s practical aspects.  It is their primary duty to see that acts of service, hospitality, charity and benevolence are carried out, by identifying and equipping people with appropriate gifts to serve these needs.

Deacons are chosen from among the male and female members of the church who best meet the qualifications in 1 Timothy 3:8-13 (compare Acts 6:3).  They must be proven in servanthood ministry by faithful participation in the life of the church.

Our current Deacons:Alice GrayConnie CummingsSandy Vaughan</description>
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<title>Welcome to Our Communities! - Missional Communities</title>
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Communities offer a wellspring of resources that help apply the Scriptures to daily life. They also provide a great place to connect with other Christians. Visitors are always welcome. Drop by and see if there is a group that works for you and join.

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<title>Becoming a Partner at Wasatch Church - Church Government</title>
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We consider our formal members at Wasatch to be ministry partners.  These are the people who invest in the mission and vision of our church.  Beyond those who merely attend, partners are the people who are on mission with us.  They are our team of core stakeholders.

The New Testament paints a picture of the significance each person has in the cause of Christ.  The mission does not belong to the pastors or Elders, but to every Christ-follower, as described in Ephesians 4:11-16.  But too often the church is like a football game: a great number of people deeply in need of exercise sitting around watching a few people deeply in need of rest.      

The process of becoming a member validates the people who make a commitment to partner with our mission.  As such, they are given the privilege of voting on key matters relating to the life of the church.  The membership process is also how we insure that the people making the decisions that direct the congregation are genuinely followers of Jesus and are pulling in the same direction.

We require that our members have a testimony of saving faith in Jesus Christ.  Everyone is welcom at Wasatch Church.  But only confirmed Christ-followers are eligible to be formal partners.

Beyond a saving relationship with Jesus, we ask partners to make seven specific commitments to the people and mission of Wasatch Church.

1. You agree with our Statement of Faith and our Lifestyle Covenant.

2. You commit to join us in seeking a closer relationship with Jesus.

3. You commit to pray for the congregation.

4. You commit to join us in service through a ministry team.

5. You commit to participate in a Community.

6. You commit to contribute financially to our mission.

7. You commit to join us in reach our community for Jesus.

Again, everyone is welcome to participate in the ministries of Wasatch Church, whether they choose to become a formal partner or not.  So why do it?

1. Have a voice in decisions that direct the church, such as choosing Elders, calling staff members, etc.

2. Get first priority on church resources like building, staff, etc.

3. Receive beneficial accountability that will help you grow in Christ.

4. The leadership pathway is open to you, as only partners can lead ministries.

5.  You get to participate in awesome work God is doing!

To find out more about partnership and how to become a formal member, plan to attend the next quarterly Base Camp, to be held in January 2010.

Regardless of whether or not you take the step of formal partnership, we urge you to maximize your relationship with this congregation by taking the following steps:

1. Join a Community

2. Enroll in The Ascent

3. Find a Place to Serve

4. Start Living Missionally</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:23:27  MST</pubDate>
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<title>How Wasatch Church is Governed - Church Government</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=48</link>
<guid>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=48&amp;article_id=692</guid>
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Decisions are made at Wasatch as a partnership between different voices.  Our Elders set the direction and give general oversight as the church&#39;s governing board.  Our staff team operates the ministry day by day - under the authority of the Elders.  Ministry team leaders - as the people who are on the frontlines of ministry - make decisions that are relevant to their areas of responsibility.  While vision and direction come from the Elders and staff, there are certain major decisions that the congregation&#39;s formal members can make, as they cast a vote at congregational meetings.  We have a written document - the Bylaws - that sets forth these various roles and relationships.  Copies are available from the church office.</description>
<pubDate>Mon, 9 Nov 2009 10:03:31  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Safety Measures Letter - Children's Ministry</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17</link>
<guid>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17&amp;article_id=691</guid>
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Dear Sunday School Parents and Wasatch Church Family: 

Here at Wasatch we are committed to the safety of our children. We are implementing some changes that will help keep these precious gifts from God safe and secure. These changes will be effective on September 6th. So here are the changes that you can expect to see:

1. We will be starting a tagging system from the nursery through third grade. Each child will be given a numbered tag in class, with a corresponding tag given to his or her parent. When you pick up your child the teacher will only release the child to a parent (or family member over the age of 12) who has the matching numbered tag. Please replace the tags in the box before you leave the classroom. 
2. Children in fourth through sixth grade can sign themselves in when they arrive in their class. 
3. Children need to be picked up promptly so the teachers can attend a service and be with their family. 
4. No child will be allowed to wander the halls; each child needs to be in a class that is age appropriate. We want to provide a safe environment for each and every child and we are unable to do so if children are not in their class. 
5. No children under 12 will be allowed to pick up children in other classes.
6. Children need to be picked up from their class by 12:20 to give the teachers time to clean up their class. 
7. After 12:20 if children are not picked up, they will be escorted to where their parents are by the teacher. 

Our children&#39;s ministry relies on volunteers and parents to run, so we strongly encourage parents to volunteer in helping out in their child&#39;s class. 

Thank you for helping us keep your children safe and secure. 
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:17:14  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Children's Ministry Policies - Children's Ministry</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17</link>
<guid>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17&amp;article_id=690</guid>
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At Wasatch Evangelical Free Church we want to create a safe and secure environment where the children can learn and grow in Christ&#39;s love. It is important that as a church we do everything to provide a safe and secure environment. We have created the following policies which are to be followed by anyone working with children at Wasatch Evangelical Free Church. 

1) All adults working with children will fill out a criminal background check. Anyone with a criminal conviction relating to a violent or sexual act will not be allowed to work with children.
2) Physical contact with children should be age and individually appropriate. Inappropriate contact includes:
&#8226; Kissing a child or coaxing a child to kiss you
&#8226; Extended hugging or tickling, or prolonged physical contact of any kind
&#8226; Touching a child in any area that would be covered by a bathing suit (exceptions: diaper changing and properly assisting a child in the restroom)

3) Workers should not help a child use the restroom if the child is over 3 years of age
4) A security tagging system is used for all children in the infant room - 3rd grade. Upon a child&#39;s arrival, the parent is responsible for clipping a number tag on the child and taking the corresponding number tag with them. The parent must return the tag for release of the child. The teacher makes sure the child and parent tags are matched upon dismissal. Parents should accompany their child to the classroom. Children may be released from their classroom only to a parent or family member over the age of 12. 
5) Third through sixth graders may sign themselves into their classrooms. After class is over if parents have not picked up their child by 12:20 the teacher will accompany the child to where the parent is. 
6) All volunteers working with children 0-18 years of age will immediately report any items of obvious concern regarding suspected child abuse. Volunteers will report suspected abuse to any Wasatch Church staff member who will notify the proper authorities. 
7) All volunteers will arrive to their classrooms 15 minutes early.
8) Children will never be left unattended while in a class for any reason.
9) There should always be two adults in each classroom; there should never be a teacher alone with the children. 
10) All volunteers should be available for occasional meetings and training.
11) All volunteers working with children will read and agree in writing to the above stated policies.
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:13:58  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Key Points - Children's Ministry</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17</link>
<guid>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17&amp;article_id=687</guid>
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- Every volunteer must pass a background check

- Safety badge system in place for children in Nursery through 3rd Grade

- Fun environment

- Loving teachers

- Arts and Crafts</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:12:33  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Sunday School - Children's Ministry</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17</link>
<guid>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17&amp;article_id=689</guid>
<description>


3-4 year olds - down the west hall

5-6 year olds - down the west hall

1st - 3rd graders - in the north wing

4th - 6th graders - in the north wing</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:12:33  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Training Teachers - Children's Ministry</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17</link>
<guid>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17&amp;article_id=39</guid>
<description>
By continually recruiting volunteers.By intentionally training teachers, (one day or weekend seminars), instead of just throwing them into the classroom.By every teacher agreeing to and signing a teacher&#39;s duties and responsibilities contract and being held accountable to it until the end of their teaching term. </description>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:12:33  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Connecting with Parents - Children's Ministry</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17</link>
<guid>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17&amp;article_id=38</guid>
<description>
By making an effort to meet our students&#39; parents on Sundays.By openly communicating with parents about what is being taught in the classroom and, at times, home lessons.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:12:33  MST</pubDate>
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<title>Nursery - Children's Ministry</title>
<link>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17</link>
<guid>http://www.wasatchchurch.org/app/w_page.php?type=section&amp;id=17&amp;article_id=688</guid>
<description>


Birth to three years old (or until potty-trained)

Located in the north wing of the building.  Nursery is available during both Sunday services.</description>
<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:10:47  MST</pubDate>
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