Sign up for a Summer 2013 Small Group</h1> <article> <h1>Sign up for a Summer 2013 Small Group</h1> <p>admin — Sun, 12 May 2013 20:00:01 +0000</p> <p>Small Groups are a core part of Destination Church. Without them, we would be disconnected from each other, and it would be more difficult to grow and mature. We need other people to sharpen us and help us see God in our lives. Proverbs 27:17 says, “Iron sharpens iron, and one man sharpens another.” Be sure to get involved in sharpening the lives of others, and having your life sharpened in the process!</p> <p>Small Groups are a weekly gathering of 10-15 people who seek to grow closer to Jesus — together. The focus of each group might be a particular study, but that’s just the start. Our Small Groups go way beyond this. Groups are one of the best opportunities to know others and be known by others. Experience community and growth in a Destination Small Group this semester.</p> <h2><strong>Sign up today: <a href="http://destinationchurch.org/groups" target="_blank">destinationchurch.org/groups</a></strong></h2> </article> <article> <h1>Press On: The Upward Call Part 2</h1> <p>admin — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:00:41 +0000</p> <p dir="ltr">Everyone who puts their trust in Jesus is called to have progress in their faith. When it comes to living the Christian life, being stagnant is not an option. We’re not meant to put confidence in our life here and now, but to set our minds on Christ, who matures us and keeps us moving forward into His purposes.</p> <p>Join us for the second part of our “Press On: The Upward Call” series beginning May 12th. Learn what it looks like to live with our eyes focused on Jesus. When we do that, we see many reasons to rejoice! Get #OnTrack and have a life of spiritual progress in Christ!</p> <p>May 12th at 10:30am. Inter American Magnet School, 851 W Waveland, 60613</p> <ul> <li>5/12 – Joy in All Things</li> <li>5/19 – Joy in Leadership</li> <li>5/26 – Joy in Faith</li> <li>6/2 – Joy in Growth</li> <li>6/9 – Joy in Practice</li> <li>6/16 – Joy in Partnership</li> </ul> <div></div> </article> <article> <h1>Membership Lunch April 28</h1> <p>Matt Sweetman — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:52:26 +0000</p> <p>Wondering how to take your faith to the next level? The membership class is for new people or regular attenders who want to take the next step in their relationship with Christ.</p> <p>This experience will help you understand Destination Churches culture, vision, values and give you an opportunity to help us build communities that are loyal to Jesus. The class is not a membership commitment in itself. It is an opportunity to find out more.</p> <p>God has called and gifted each of us to play an active role in serving others. Growth happens best when we use our God given time and energy to benefit those God has placed around us. Membership is about becoming all that you can be in God and taking your role as a disciple more seriously.</p> <p><strong>Date: </strong>Sunday, April 28th<strong><br /> Time</strong>: 12:30pm-3:30pm</p> <p>Sign up online at <a href="http://destinationchurch.org/membership" target="_blank">destinationchurch.org/membership</a></p> <p> </p> </article> <article> <h1>Prayer Gathering Friday April 12</h1> <p>Matt Sweetman — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 23:00:56 +0000</p> <p>What’s the best kind of life to live? A life full of prayer! There’s no other way to get to know God better and learn about His plans for the church and your life.</p> <p>Destination Church desires to be a church that prays and seeks after God. Join in this Friday night to get connected with other believers and pray together. Don’t miss out!</p> <p><strong>Date & Time</strong>: Friday April 12 at 7:45pm</p> <p><strong>Location</strong>: <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3425+N.+Damen+Ave.,+Chicago,+Illinois+60618&hl=en&sll=41.944019,-87.678362&sspn=0.008475,0.019269&vpsrc=0&hnear=3425+N+Damen+Ave,+Chicago,+Cook,+Illinois+60657&t=m&z=16" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Christian Fellowship Church, 3425 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL 60618</a></p> <p><strong>Parking</strong>: Street parking on Damen or Roscoe.</p> <p><strong>Childcare</strong>: There is no childcare provided, but parents are welcome to bring their children.</p> </article> <article> <h1>Celebration Midwest 2013</h1> <p>admin — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 19:00:45 +0000</p> <p>Destination Church is part of Newfrontiers, a global family of churches represented by over 850 churches in over 70 nations. Every year, we have a chance to connect and celebrate with other Newfrontiers churches in the Midwest. Newfrontiers in the USA has a shared mission to plant reproducing churches in the top 100 cities in the country.</p> <p>This conference will be filled with worship, teaching and seeking God in prayer. Those who attend the conference really experience a renewed vision and fresh faith.</p> <p>If you’ve never been to a Newfrontiers conference, don’t miss out on the chance to experience God in a bigger way! The conference will be May 31 – June 2 at the Tan-Tar-A Resort in Osage Beach, MO (Lake of the Ozarks). Watch the video and check out the link below for more details and registration information.</p> <h3><a href="http://celebration.newfrontiersusa.org/mw-home.html" target="_blank">Celebration Midwest Page</a></h3> <p></p> </article> <article> <h1>Epic Healing</h1> <p>Matt Sweetman — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 20:24:51 +0000</p> <p>It’s impossible to estimate exactly how many people Jesus healed in His three year ministry. But, it’s safe to say it was thousands. Jesus waged war on suffering, sickness, and finally death. Jesus wins!</p> <p>One of the main aspects of Jesus ministry, and subsequently His disciples, was that of healings and miracles. In 1 Corinthians 12:9 we are told the Holy Spirit gives gifts of healing to the church. In James 5:14-15 elders are instructed to pray for the sick. Healings are recorded throughout church history, and at some level or another, they are experienced in virtually all Christian denominations today. The question then remains, how should Christians today think about and approach the subject of healing?</p> <p>Join us for our new series ‘Epic Healing: Power to oppose sickness’ and learn about the following:</p> <ol> <li><strong>March 31</strong>: Resurrection Power (Easter Sunday)</li> <li><strong>April 7</strong>: Origin of Sickness</li> <li><strong>April 14</strong>: Purpose of Suffering</li> <li><strong>April 21</strong>: The Sick Are Healed</li> <li><strong>April 28</strong>: Issues of Identity</li> <li><strong>May 5</strong>: Healthy Mind & Emotions</li> </ol> <p> </p> </article> <article> <h1>Visit Destination Church Easter 2013</h1> <p>Matt Sweetman — Sun, 24 Mar 2013 19:53:48 +0000</p> <p style="text-align: justify;">Why do we admire heroes? Where did they come from? What caused the creative minds of our time to invent such characters? These heroes are just glimpses of the person of Jesus. Consider His life:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr">He challenged religious systems</li> <li dir="ltr">He healed the broken</li> <li dir="ltr">He inspired new community</li> <li dir="ltr">He lived flawlessly</li> <li dir="ltr">He was betrayed for money</li> <li dir="ltr">He transformed cultures</li> <li dir="ltr">He is followed by billions</li> </ul> <p>Jesus is the ultimate hero. Join us on Easter Sunday as we celebrate the epic life of Jesus. RSVP at <a href="http://easterservicechicago.com" target="_blank">EasterServiceChicago.com</a></p> <p></p> <p>Easter Sunday, March 31st at 10:30am. Inter American Magnet School, 851 W Waveland, 60613</p> </article> <article> <h1>Prayer Gathering March 15</h1> <p>admin — Sun, 10 Mar 2013 16:00:09 +0000</p> <p>What’s the best kind of life to live? A life full of prayer! There’s no other way to get to know God better and learn about His plans for the church and your life. Everyone is welcome; if you would like more of God in your life, you should come.</p> <p>Destination Church desires to be a church that prays and seeks after God. Join in this Friday night to get connected with other believers and pray together. Don’t miss out!</p> <p><strong>Date & Time</strong>: Friday March 15 at 7:45pm</p> <p><strong>Location</strong>: <a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3425+N.+Damen+Ave.,+Chicago,+Illinois+60618&hl=en&sll=41.944019,-87.678362&sspn=0.008475,0.019269&vpsrc=0&hnear=3425+N+Damen+Ave,+Chicago,+Cook,+Illinois+60657&t=m&z=16">Christian Fellowship Church, 3425 N. Damen Ave., Chicago, IL 60618</a></p> <p><strong>Parking</strong>: Street parking on Damen or Roscoe.</p> <p><strong>Childcare</strong>: There is no childcare provided, but parents are welcome to bring their children.</p> </article> <article> <h1>Daylight Saving Time – Spring Forward!</h1> <p>Matt Sweetman — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 23:00:25 +0000</p> <p>Don’t forget to set your clocks forward one hour this Saturday night. You’ll lose an hour of sleep, but you can get free coffee at Destination on Sunday! Hope to see you this Sunday morning for week two of our <a href="http://destinationchurch.org/blog/press-on-the-upward-call-part-one/">Press On</a> series.</p> </article> <article> <h1>Press On: The Upward Call – PART ONE</h1> <p>Matt Sweetman — Tue, 26 Feb 2013 19:40:23 +0000</p> <p>Life should be accompanied with much joy.</p> <p>Even in the face of difficulty and when happiness is hard to find, a follower of Jesus is able to press on through the trials, but only because Jesus is the source of joy. Our future is secure, and that is a reason to celebrate!</p> <p>Join us for the first part of our “Press On: The Upward Call” series beginning March 3rd. We will be exploring the New Testament letter of Philippians and what it means to look beyond the difficulties of this life and focus on our incredible purpose in Jesus.</p> <p>Christians aren’t meant to live life with a sense of defeat. Get <strong>#OnTrack</strong> and start living a life of spiritual progress in Christ!</p> <p>Starts March 3rd at 10:30am. <a href="http://destinationchurch.org/contact-us/">Inter American Magnet School, 851 W Waveland, 60613</a>.</p> </article> </main></body></html>