The Branch

Our next meal night is Friday, July 11, 6PMish. The Stokes are hosting us this time around - a map is below. Those are the short and sweet details, but maybe it would be helpful to say...

Next door, to the east of The Branch, are two houses where around 30 adults live. We really want to get to know them so next Sunday - July 13 - (immediately after worship) everyone at the Branch is invited to have lunch with them - POTLUCK STYLE!! Please bring a salad or a desert to pass and your own place settings. We'll provide hot dogs and drinks. Please sign up on the table in back or e-mail natekooistra@hotmail.com.

During July, we'll be embarking on our annual series that holds the messages (i.e. gospels) of Hollywood up against the Gospel of Jesus. It's a series we hope helps all of us to better engage and transform the culture we live in (see "culture": http://thebranchonline.org/node/2).

Below are a list of the movies...

Our next dip of summer sweetness is July 16 - Sundaes in the Heights - 7-8PMish.

Whether you're favorite is vanilla or chocolate (or...gasp...the infamous swirl), we hope you'll join us for a chance to build relationships and enjoy some of the best summer has to offer.

This summer we're encouraging all of our folks to participate in One Thing - to use the next 75-days to intentionally join God in mission to the world.

So ask yourself - "If I were to do One Thing this summer to share God's love, what would it be? If I were to do One Thing that extended God's hospitality and acceptance - where would I do it? If I were to do One Thing that helped to usher in grace and peace in someone's life, who would it be?" What will be your One Thing...

For more info on ONE THING, check out Nate's video debut (click play above or click here for a larger version) and the June 1st message. To explore some possibilities, click "read more" below.

Women here at the Branch will be gathering for fun, fellowship, and other such nonsense every second Monday of the month. It's a great chance to get connected and enjoy an evening out. Details on location to come.