Wednesday, May 31, 2017


Celebrate Recovery Step Study
Celebrate Recovery is a recovery ministry that applies the 8 Biblical Recovery Principles (based on the Beatitudes) with a goal to let God work through us in providing His healing power. This allows people to be “changed” spiritually by working through sound Biblical principles.  If you are interested in working through these hurts, habits and hang-ups, sign-up at Celebrate Recovery or by calling the office at 407-847-2543 to join the new Step Studies classes for Men and Women starting Tuesday, June 6 at 7PM.

VBS - God’s Big Backyard
God's BIG Backyard is coming July 17 - 21 to KCC! Our theme is "Where kids have a blast serving Jesus." We will focus on learning how to better serve our family, friends, neighbors, community, and Jesus. In order to be prepared for this summer's spectacular VBS program we need YOU to volunteer. Check out the display table in the foyer today to sign up. Thank you in advance for your service! If you have any questions, please see Jenn Mehlenbacher or Cassie Pack.

Fellowship in Someone’s Home (F.I.S.H.)
Every summer in the Student Ministry we take a break from our regularly scheduled programming because of summer activities. However, there are several Wednesday nights over the summer that we come together for our F.I.S.H. (Fellowship in Someone's Home) programming. Please contact James Riggs if you would like more information.  

Faith & Freedom
On July 2 at 6PM everyone is invited to our Sunday evening service for a time of worship and celebration of our liberty and freedom.  God had been so good to us as a nation.  Come celebrate with your church family and bring a friend.

Fishing Trip
Anyone interested is invited to go on a fishing trip on Saturday, June 10 with the Orlando Princess fishing boat.  There is already a group going and they are opening it up for anyone who wants to go.  If you are interested, you would need to sign yourself up online for the June 10th Half Day trip.  The cost is $55+tax for adults and $45+tax for children under 15 yrs. old.  Please note for an additional $5 you can purchase a seat on the back of the boat.  Tipping the deck hands is encouraged.  If you have any questions, please see Tony Hamp.

Healthy Life Fair
Healthy Life America will be holding a health fair on the campus of Johnson University Florida on Thursday, June 1 from 11AM-7PM.  The Fair is free, including all seminars and a health risk assessment profiles that will help you talk frankly with your doctor about potential risk for diseases that negatively impact your life.

Thinking about becoming part of our Family?
Every first Wednesday of each month in 2017 we have a Connections orientation class for anyone who is ready or is considering becoming a part of this great church family.  The next class will be held June 7 at 6:30 pm upstairs in Jim’s Office. Please do us a favor and write on the back of your guest card if you are planning to attend, email staff@kissimmeechristianchurch.org, or sign up on the app.

Help Kissimmee Christian Academy!
Kissimmee Christian Academy is collecting Box Tops for Education to help our school purchase items that are needed—each one collected is worth 10 cents!  Please save and bring these to church to put in our collection box, we appreciate your help!

Celebrate Recovery
You're invited to come share God's healing power each Friday night at 6:30. You will find you are welcomed by others who come each week to work through their own hurts, habits and hang-ups.  And we are happy to say that we now have a place for children, ages 3 years through 5th grade.  So what's holding you back?  Come and give it a try.  

Celebration Place—for Kids
Want to attend Celebrate Recovery, but not sure what to do with the kids?
Kissimmee Christian Church is happy to announce the start of Celebration Place for kids 5K through 5th grade and Mini Celebration Place for 3 and 4 year olds. Celebration Place helps inspire kids with hope and joy through fun and fellowship as they learn to rely on Jesus. Please come early enough so you will have time to get your child checked in safely before going upstairs for Celebrate Recovery's Worship time, which begins at 6:30.

Tech Volunteers Needed
The tech team is in need of folks to run lighting and video cameras during our morning services.  These require minimal skill but have a big impact on our church!  The many volunteers behind the scenes make the Kissimmee Christian we love.  You can do this! Stop by the tech booth in the balcony to volunteer or email Dean Parker at praisebass1983@gmail.com.

Women at Rest Ministry
Women At Rest, Sundays, 5-7pm in the Choir Room. It's not by coincidence that our acronym spells WAR. We find God's perfect rest through His peace and empowerment as we do battle on our knees. Our ministry has proven that struggles can be turned into spiritual victory when we learn to rest in God. So wherever you are in life, God is there for you and so are we. Let us walk with you in the love of God and His grace.

 Our time together will be spent:

· Learning how to have a more intimate relationship with God
· Praying over one another
· Ministering to women who are hurting
· Encouraging and supporting each other with the truth of God's Word
· Learning how to grow deeper in their relationship with our King
· Learning how to battle more effectively through prayer
· Learning how to become empowered by His grace and rest

Join us on Sundays at 5:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Heather Tabers, heathertabers@yahoo.com or Shannon Hartley.

TOPS -Take Off Pounds Sensibly
Are you ready to stop dieting and start making real changes? TOPS can help you reach your weight-loss goals by providing you with the tools, information, support, and accountability you need to be successful. T.O.P.S. focuses on making small, steady lifestyle changes that provide lasting weight loss and better health. Members learn to eat better, move more, and stay motivated through engaged educational programs that our experts prepare and that our volunteers present at weekly meetings. Our members focus on improvement not perfection. Together we recognize and celebrate our member’s victories, big & small. Weigh-in starts at 5:30 PM to 5:55 PM, program from 6:00 PM to 6:40 PM. For more information on how T.O.P.S. can help you, join us every Wednesday.

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El Boletín Informativo de la Iglesia

Campamento de Verano — Lago Aurora
іAtención padres de estudiantes de escuela elemental, secundaria y high! El campamento está rápidamente acercándose. Los días son Julio 2 al 4 para los grados segundo, tercero, y cuarto (es dirigido por Jen Mehlenbacher.) Julio 23 al 27 para los grados cuarto, quinto y sexto y Junio 18 al 23 (es dirigido por Bob Mehlenbacher.) Para los grados seis, siete y ocho estamos planeando llevar un gran grupo de nuestra Iglesia para cada uno de esas semanas, favor reúne a todos tus amigos. El tema de este verano es Amor Implacable. Van a haber muchas cosas exitantes que incluyen canotaje, tiro con arco y natación en el lago. Recoger su folleto en el érea del café o en la mesa de registración de los niños. Para más información contacte a Jennifer Mehlenbacher a jen.mehlenbacher@kissimmeechristianchurch.org o a Bob Mehlenbacher a bmehlenbacher@johnsonu.edu.

Celebrando la Recuperación
Te invitamos a venir y compartir del poder de sanidad de Dios todos los Viernes a las 6:30 pm.  Encontrarás que eres bienvenido(a) por otras personas que cada semana vienen a recuperarse de sus dolores, hábitos y complejos. La Iglesia  Kissimmee Christian Church se alegra de anunciar el inicio de Lugar de Celebración para Niños desde 5to grado y Lugar de Mini Celebración para las edades de 3 y 4 añitos. El Lugar de Ce-lebración  ayuda e inspira a los niños con esperanza y gozo a través de actividades divertidas y aprendiendo a descansar en Jesús. Por favor ven temprano para que tengas suficiente tiempo de llevar a tu niño a su clase y de subir para el tiempo de Adoración que brinda Celebrar la Recuperación, que comienza a las 6:30 pm. 
Estudios de Pasos a Seguir para Celebrar la Recuperacion
Celebrando la Recuperación es un ministerio donde aplicas los 8 principios bíblicos basados en las beatitudes, permitiendo que el Señor trabaje en nosotros proveyendo Su poder de sanidad. Este studio ayudará a las personas a cambiar espiritualmente trabajando con principios bíblicos. Si estás interesado en trabajar en tus heridas, hábitos y complejos, favor de firmar en la mesa de conección  para unirte a este nuevo grupo de studio. Las clases comenzarán el domingo 5 de Febrero.  Libros 1 al 4. Damas comienzan a las 9:30 en la oficina de Jim y los caballeros a las 11:00 am en el cuarto   205.

¿No Te Pierdas Las Bendiciones De Servir
A veces, en nuestro fervor bíblico para enfatizar que la salvación no es por obras, no somos capaces de apreciar plenamente que hemos sido salvados para hacer buenas obras (Efesios 2:10). De hecho, Dios te ha colocado en tu iglesia con el fin de que tú puedas ser edificado, de modo que puedas trabajar y servirle. Si nos permitimos seguir siendo sedentarios esto significa que estamos descuidando el mismo propósito de Dios para nuestra salvación y de otros. Al servir, sigues y te comportas como Jesús y con eso también lo glorificamos. Si usted está interesado en servir como líder de una célula, coordinador de voluntarios, equipo de bienvenido o en cualquier capacidad, por favor, marque el lado reverso de la tarjeta de asistencia y díganos en que área de servicio le gustaría participar o contáctese con Pastor Tom Martínez al 407.556.5016 o Tom.Martinez@kissimmeechristianchurch.org.

Mujeres en Quietud
Mujeres en Quietud invita a mujeres de todas las caminatas de vida a aprender a confiar en Dios en medio de sus circunstancias mientras nos ministramos las unas a las otras aprender quién es nuestro Padre y cuánto nos ama así podemos aprender a confiar en Él más profundamente, no importa lo que estemos enfrentando. Nuestras circunstancias cambian, pero el amor de Dios y su fidelidad son constantes. Durante nuestro tiempo juntas:
·       Oraremos las unas por las otras 
·       Aprenderemos a tener una relación más íntima con Dios
·       Ministraremos a mujeres que están sufriendo
·       Animaremos y apoyaremos nos las unas a las otras con la verdad de la Palabra de Dios
·       Aprenderemos a cultivar una relación más profundo con nuestro Señor
·       Aprenderemos a combatir más efectivamente a través de la oración
·       Aprenderemos cómo llegar a ser fortalecidas con Su gracia y quietud
Únase a nosotros los domingos a las 5:30, en Salón de Compañerismo. Para más información comuníquese con la oficina de la iglesia.

T.O.P.S.
¿Están listos para dejar de hacer dieta y comenzar a hacer verdaderos cambios? T.O.P.S. le puede ayudar a lograr sus objetivos de pérdida de peso proveyéndole las herramientas, información y apoyo necesitado para alcanzar éxito. T.O.P.S. se centra en hacer cambios de estilo de vida pequeños y constantes, étos proporcionan salud y pérdida de peso duradera. Miembros aprenden a comer mejor, moverse más y mantenerse motivados a través de los programas educativos que preparan nuestros expertos y que nuestros voluntarios presentan en reuniones semanales. Nuestros miembros no buscan perfección sino mejorar con hábitos saludables. Juntos reconocemos y celebramos las victorias de nuestros miembros, grandes y pequeñas. De 5:30 pm a 5:55 pm comenzaremos a pesarnos en la balanza y el programa dura de 6:00 pm a 6:40 pm. Para más información sobre cómo T.O.P.S. le puede ayudar, acompáñenos los miércoles.

Wednesday, May 24, 2017


Ministry Appreciation Banquet
If you are a volunteer in any of the ministries of Kissimmee Christian Church we ask for you to join us for our Ministry Appreciation Banquet, A Work of Heart, on Wednesday, May 31 at 6PM.  You do so much for the church and we want to thank you and honor you.  The dinner will start at 6PM and then there will be a short program to follow.  If you plan to come, we ask that you sign up at the Connect Counter or on the app.  If you have any questions, please contact the church office.

M&M Fundraiser
The Student and Children’s Ministries are doing a fundraiser for their summer activities.  If you would like to participate in making a financial donation please take an M&M container and over the next couple of weeks, as the Lord leads, please fill it with checks, cash or coins and return it to the table in the foyer by the water fountain.  If you have any questions, please see James Riggs or Jenn Mehlenbacher.  Containers are due by June 4.

VPK Graduation
Kissimmee Christian Academy will be having a closing program and VPK graduation on Sunday evening May 28 at 5:30 pm.  This will be during our regular Sunday evening service with a devotional by Jim Book.   A reception for everyone will follow the service.  

Lake Aurora Summer Camp
Attention parents of Elementary, Middle School, and High School students! Camp is quickly approaching. The dates are July 2-4 for our upcoming 2nd, 3rd, & 4th graders (led by Jenn Mehlenbacher), July 23-27 for our upcoming 4th, 5th, & 6th graders, and June 18-23 (led by Bob Mehlenbacher) for our upcoming 6th, 7th, & 8th graders. We plan on taking a big group from our church for each of those weeks, so gather your friends together. The theme this summer is Relentless Love. There will be many exciting things to do including paddle boating, archery, and swimming in the lake. Pick up a brochure in the cafe or at Kids Registration. 
For more information, contact
Jennifer Mehlenbacher at jenn.mehlenbacher@kissimmeechristianchurch.org or
Bob Mehlenbacher at bmehlenbacher@johnsonu.edu

Celebrate Recovery Step Study
Celebrate Recovery is a recovery ministry that applies the 8 Biblical Recovery Principles (based on the Beatitudes) with a goal to let God work through us in providing His healing power. This allows people to be “changed” spiritually by working through sound Biblical principles.  If you are interested in working through these hurts, habits and hang-ups, sign-up at Celebrate Recovery or by calling the office at 407-847-2543 to join the new Step Studies classes for Men and Women starting Tuesday, June 6 at 7PM.

Beat the Heat
Beat the Heat are 5 cool Wednesdays this summer for Elementary students who have just completed Kindergarten - 5th grade. The purpose of Beat the Heat is to give our kiddos of KCC an introduction into missions (while having a whole lot of fun!). First Wednesday is May 31st. Registration forms can be found at the Kids Registration desk or online through the church's website/app. If you have any questions, please see Jenn Mehlenbacher, Cassie Pack, or contact the church office.

VBS - God’s Big Backyard
God's BIG Backyard is coming July 17 - 21 to KCC! Our theme is "Where kids have a blast serving Jesus." We will focus on learning how to better serve our family, friends, neighbors, community, and Jesus. In order to be prepared for this summer's spectacular VBS program we need YOU to volunteer. Check out the display table in the foyer today to sign up. Thank you in advance for your service! If you have any questions, please see Jenn Mehlenbacher or Cassie Pack.

Fellowship in Someone’s Home (F.I.S.H.)
Every summer in the Student Ministry we take a break from our regularly scheduled programming because of summer activities. However, there are several Wednesday nights over the summer that we come together for our F.I.S.H. (Fellowship in Someone's Home) programming. Please contact James Riggs if you would like more information.  

Faith & Freedom
On July 2 at 6PM everyone is invited to our Sunday evening service for a time of worship and celebration of our liberty and freedom.  God had been so good to us as a nation.  Come celebrate with your church family and bring a friend.

Communion Help Needed
We are in need of volunteers to help with Communion preparations and clean up.  If you are interested in volunteering in this ministry, please speak to Kathy Roberts and she will be happy to plug you in!

Healthy Life Fair
Healthy Life America will be holding a health fair on the campus of Johnson University Florida on Thursday, June 1 from 11AM-7PM.  The Fair is free, including all seminars and a health risk assessment profiles that will help you talk frankly with your doctor about potential risk for diseases that negatively impact your life.

Thinking about becoming part of our Family?
Every first Wednesday of each month in 2017 we have a Connections orientation class for anyone who is ready or is considering becoming a part of this great church family.  The next class will be held April 5 at 6:30 pm upstairs in Jim’s Office. Please do us a favor and write on the back of your guest card if you are planning to attend, email staff@kissimmeechristianchurch.org, or sign up on the app.

Help Kissimmee Christian Academy!
Kissimmee Christian Academy is collecting Box Tops for Education to help our school purchase items that are needed—each one collected is worth 10 cents!  Please save and bring these to church to put in our collection box, we appreciate your help!

Celebrate Recovery
You're invited to come share God's healing power each Friday night at 6:30. You will find you are welcomed by others who come each week to work through their own hurts, habits and hang-ups.  And we are happy to say that we now have a place for children, ages 3 years through 5th grade.  So what's holding you back?  Come and give it a try.  

Celebration Place—for Kids
Want to attend Celebrate Recovery, but not sure what to do with the kids?
Kissimmee Christian Church is happy to announce the start of Celebration Place for kids 5K through 5th grade and Mini Celebration Place for 3 and 4 year olds. Celebration Place helps inspire kids with hope and joy through fun and fellowship as they learn to rely on Jesus. Please come early enough so you will have time to get your child checked in safely before going upstairs for Celebrate Recovery's Worship time, which begins at 6:30.

Tech Volunteers Needed
The tech team is in need of folks to run lighting and video cameras during our morning services.  These require minimal skill but have a big impact on our church!  The many volunteers behind the scenes make the Kissimmee Christian we love.  You can do this! Stop by the tech booth in the balcony to volunteer or email Dean Parker at praisebass1983@gmail.com.

Women at Rest Ministry
Women At Rest, Sundays, 5-7pm in the Choir Room. It's not by coincidence that our acronym spells WAR. We find God's perfect rest through His peace and empowerment as we do battle on our knees. Our ministry has proven that struggles can be turned into spiritual victory when we learn to rest in God. So wherever you are in life, God is there for you and so are we. Let us walk with you in the love of God and His grace.

 Our time together will be spent:

· Learning how to have a more intimate relationship with God
· Praying over one another
· Ministering to women who are hurting
· Encouraging and supporting each other with the truth of God's Word
· Learning how to grow deeper in their relationship with our King
· Learning how to battle more effectively through prayer
· Learning how to become empowered by His grace and rest

Join us on Sundays at 5:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Heather Tabers, heathertabers@yahoo.com or Shannon Hartley.

TOPS -Take Off Pounds Sensibly
Are you ready to stop dieting and start making real changes? TOPS can help you reach your weight-loss goals by providing you with the tools, information, support, and accountability you need to be successful. T.O.P.S. focuses on making small, steady lifestyle changes that provide lasting weight loss and better health. Members learn to eat better, move more, and stay motivated through engaged educational programs that our experts prepare and that our volunteers present at weekly meetings. Our members focus on improvement not perfection. Together we recognize and celebrate our member’s victories, big & small. Weigh-in starts at 5:30 PM to 5:55 PM, program from 6:00 PM to 6:40 PM. For more information on how T.O.P.S. can help you, join us every Wednesday.

Follow us for updates!
Facebook: Kissimmee Christian
Twitter: @kissimmee_cc
Instagram: kissimmeechristianchurch


El Boletín Informativo de la Iglesia

Campamento de Verano — Lago Aurora
іAtención padres de estudiantes de escuela elemental, secundaria y high! El campamento está rápidamente acercándose. Los días son Julio 2 al 4 para los grados segundo, tercero, y cuarto (es dirigido por Jen Mehlenbacher.) Julio 23 al 27 para los grados cuarto, quinto y sexto y Junio 18 al 23 (es dirigido por Bob Mehlenbacher.) Para los grados seis, siete y ocho estamos planeando llevar un gran grupo de nuestra Iglesia para cada uno de esas semanas, favor reúne a todos tus amigos. El tema de este verano es Amor Implacable. Van a haber muchas cosas exitantes que incluyen canotaje, tiro con arco y natación en el lago. Recoger su folleto en el érea del café o en la mesa de registración de los niños. Para más información contacte a Jennifer Mehlenbacher a jen.mehlenbacher@kissimmeechristianchurch.org o a Bob Mehlenbacher a bmehlenbacher@johnsonu.edu.

Celebrando la Recuperación
Te invitamos a venir y compartir del poder de sanidad de Dios todos los Viernes a las 6:30 pm.  Encontrarás que eres bienvenido(a) por otras personas que cada semana vienen a recuperarse de sus dolores, hábitos y complejos. La Iglesia  Kissimmee Christian Church se alegra de anunciar el inicio de Lugar de Celebración para Niños desde 5to grado y Lugar de Mini Celebración para las edades de 3 y 4 añitos. El Lugar de Ce-lebración  ayuda e inspira a los niños con esperanza y gozo a través de actividades divertidas y aprendiendo a descansar en Jesús. Por favor ven temprano para que tengas suficiente tiempo de llevar a tu niño a su clase y de subir para el tiempo de Adoración que brinda Celebrar la Recuperación, que comienza a las 6:30 pm. 
Estudios de Pasos a Seguir para Celebrar la Recuperacion
Celebrando la Recuperación es un ministerio donde aplicas los 8 principios bíblicos basados en las beatitudes, permitiendo que el Señor trabaje en nosotros proveyendo Su poder de sanidad. Este studio ayudará a las personas a cambiar espiritualmente trabajando con principios bíblicos. Si estás interesado en trabajar en tus heridas, hábitos y complejos, favor de firmar en la mesa de conección  para unirte a este nuevo grupo de studio. Las clases comenzarán el domingo 5 de Febrero.  Libros 1 al 4. Damas comienzan a las 9:30 en la oficina de Jim y los caballeros a las 11:00 am en el cuarto   205.

¿No Te Pierdas Las Bendiciones De Servir
A veces, en nuestro fervor bíblico para enfatizar que la salvación no es por obras, no somos capaces de apreciar plenamente que hemos sido salvados para hacer buenas obras (Efesios 2:10). De hecho, Dios te ha colocado en tu iglesia con el fin de que tú puedas ser edificado, de modo que puedas trabajar y servirle. Si nos permitimos seguir siendo sedentarios esto significa que estamos descuidando el mismo propósito de Dios para nuestra salvación y de otros. Al servir, sigues y te comportas como Jesús y con eso también lo glorificamos. Si usted está interesado en servir como líder de una célula, coordinador de voluntarios, equipo de bienvenido o en cualquier capacidad, por favor, marque el lado reverso de la tarjeta de asistencia y díganos en que área de servicio le gustaría participar o contáctese con Pastor Tom Martínez al 407.556.5016 o Tom.Martinez@kissimmeechristianchurch.org.

Mujeres en Quietud
Mujeres en Quietud invita a mujeres de todas las caminatas de vida a aprender a confiar en Dios en medio de sus circunstancias mientras nos ministramos las unas a las otras aprender quién es nuestro Padre y cuánto nos ama así podemos aprender a confiar en Él más profundamente, no importa lo que estemos enfrentando. Nuestras circunstancias cambian, pero el amor de Dios y su fidelidad son constantes. Durante nuestro tiempo juntas:
·       Oraremos las unas por las otras 
·       Aprenderemos a tener una relación más íntima con Dios
·       Ministraremos a mujeres que están sufriendo
·       Animaremos y apoyaremos nos las unas a las otras con la verdad de la Palabra de Dios
·       Aprenderemos a cultivar una relación más profundo con nuestro Señor
·       Aprenderemos a combatir más efectivamente a través de la oración
·       Aprenderemos cómo llegar a ser fortalecidas con Su gracia y quietud
Únase a nosotros los domingos a las 5:30, en Salón de Compañerismo. Para más información comuníquese con la oficina de la iglesia.

T.O.P.S.
¿Están listos para dejar de hacer dieta y comenzar a hacer verdaderos cambios? T.O.P.S. le puede ayudar a lograr sus objetivos de pérdida de peso proveyéndole las herramientas, información y apoyo necesitado para alcanzar éxito. T.O.P.S. se centra en hacer cambios de estilo de vida pequeños y constantes, étos proporcionan salud y pérdida de peso duradera. Miembros aprenden a comer mejor, moverse más y mantenerse motivados a través de los programas educativos que preparan nuestros expertos y que nuestros voluntarios presentan en reuniones semanales. Nuestros miembros no buscan perfección sino mejorar con hábitos saludables. Juntos reconocemos y celebramos las victorias de nuestros miembros, grandes y pequeñas. De 5:30 pm a 5:55 pm comenzaremos a pesarnos en la balanza y el programa dura de 6:00 pm a 6:40 pm. Para más información sobre cómo T.O.P.S. le puede ayudar, acompáñenos los miércoles.