THIS SUNDAY - July 18th

Gateway Academy NOOMA Class Sundays at 9:30 in B130
Jesus lived with the awareness that God is doing something, right here, right now, and anybody can be a part of it. NOOMA is a series of short films that explore our world from a perspective of Jesus. A different film will be shown each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. for 10 weeks. Join us for one, several or all. No registration required. Make A Difference!
There are numerous ways to give back on Sunday mornings, and serving kids could possibly end up being one of the most rewarding hours of your week. Gateway Kids provides hands on training/observations and these begin this Sunday.  Fill out the insert today and drop in the offering plate. Questions? Email Mandy Mouser to find out how you can be a part of the team that’s inspiring the hearts and minds of our kids. JULY EVENTS Save the Date! - Gateway's Great Day of Service.
July 31st (8a.m.-3p.m.) we will head to Liver Pool, TX (just outside Alvin) to work with Kidz Harbor. We will be cleaning up and renovating this facility that's used as an orphanage and for emergency foster care. This is a family-friendly event, so bring the kids. In addition, we need individuals with construction skills to head up several teams. Start signing up now on the coffee shop stage.AUGUST EVENTS Looking for a Few Good Men!
Come with Generation One as a counselor for our summer camp August 5th-8th. There is no cost for the camp. We will take 70-80 boys ranging from age 6-18. Email Kenzie Malkemes for more information, or call 281-900-1994.SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS 2010 Membership Renewal
Membership is renewed annually at Gateway. If you have not yet renewed your membership in 2010, then you did not receive Randy’s update for this month by email. If you intended to renew your membership for this year, but did not receive Randy’s email, please contact Jen at 713-551-4846, or by email Jen. Updates may also be viewed on Randy’s blog at http://rhagemanblog.blogspot.com.

Baby Dedications are scheduled for the second Sunday of the month during the 11:00 service. Email Mike Myers to schedule a Baby Dedication. 

Homebound
Do you know someone who is “homebound” and can’t get to Gateway? Please help us identify those who have needs that we can help meet!  Email or call Mike Myers at or 713-551-4802 and let us know. Looking for a GREAT Pre-School?
The Ark serves children ages 2 through Kindergarten from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.  For more information call 713-551-4870 or email Christy Mayhew. Visit their website for more information.

GET INVOLVED

Make A Difference! There are numerous ways to give back on Sunday mornings, and serving kids could possibly end up being one of the most rewarding hours of your week. Gateway Kids provides hands on training/observations and these begin July 11 th. Fill out the insert today and drop in the offering plate. Questions? Email Mandy Mouser to find out how you can be a part of the team that’s inspiring the hearts and minds of our kids.

Check-out TEAM GATEWAY
Join us in being a part of Team Gateway. It’s a great place to get plugged in. There are several teams to choose from: Coffee Ministry, Ushering, Greeting, Information Table, or Parking Lot Shepherding! We would love to have you serve with us. Email Russell Lavigne or call (713) 204-0126 for more information.'No Strings Attached'
Gateway Kids puppet ministry is gearing up for the fall!  Adults and youth (5th-12th grade) are needed. Email Jane Sweeney to find out more on this new and exciting ministry.

Guitar and Music Brigade
Did you know there's a music ministry called 'Guitar Brigade'; this music ministry serves in various ways from singing & playing on Sunday mornings with our little ones to outreach ministries such as 'Church Under the Bridge'.  If you have a heart for music, email Tony Go for more information.

Our GATEWAY PRAYER MINISTRY NEEDS YOU!
Come join us and unleash God's power into your life and the lives of others. Here are several way you can minister to those in need: 1. Writing Prayer Notes in response to Prayer Requests. 2. Hospital Visitation Prayer Ministry. 3. The Altar Prayer Ministry following each Sunday Morning Service. 4. The Prayer Quilt Ministry and 5. The Email Prayer Ministry. For more information email Bob Holmes or call him at 281-549-4313.Join the Choir!
For a rehearsal schedule and to participate, email Kelly Lord or Betsy Burke.

EVERY MONDAY

Celebrate Recovery - Join us for Celebrate Recovery, the best place to be on Mondays. A light dinner will be available at 6 p.m. for only $3. The program starts at 7 p.m. and we will be discussing sanity. For more information, please contact Mike Myers at 713-551-4802 or email Mike Myers.GriefShare - Are you struggling with grief related issues? Please join us for GriefShare, which is offered in conjunction with CR on Monday nights. For more information contact Tish Taylor, 832-274-3160.Life Hurts God Heals – CR Ministry for Teens - Life Hurts God Heals, specifically for students (8th-12th graders) who have experienced pain or addiction. For more information email Becki.

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