Knollbrook Covenant Church

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EPIC Seminar

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EPIC

Empowering People, Inspiring Change

Veritas provided the language, EPIC provides the how-to. As a follow-up workshop to Veritas, EPIC talks about the spirituality, chemistry, and strategy of leading healthy missional change, and equips leaders with the necessary tools.

EPIC also explores the inner life of the leader and how to be a non-anxious presence while leading through the turbulent waters of change. Many pastors and lay leaders lead change from the seat of their pants. EPIC helps us to think through the process of change sequentially from beginning to end. EPIC does not tell churches what to change, but how to change… and how to change in a way that is civil, compassionate, and Christ-honoring.

“I recommend EPIC for any church member who is interested in the revitalization of the local church. The seminar gives practical help in how to make needed changes in a ‘civil, compassionate, and Christ-honoring manner.’ People should know that EPIC is not just for church leaders, these seminars are so good the whole congregation should attend!” – Covenant lay person

EPIC is approaching quickly! The workshop runs from 9:00 – 3:30 on Saturday, July 30th. Mark Stromberg will be returning to guide us, and those of you who were at Veritas know that he presents well and is very encouraging! If you are planning to attend, please send an email to Sheila at knollbrook@knollbrook.org no later than Wednesday, July 20th so we can get an idea of for how many people we need to provide lunch.

For more information on this fantastic resource, click here.

City Wide Prayer – Impact Red River Valley

admin — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 17:47:42 +0000

Join us as we seek God on behalf of our community, our nation and the world through worship and prayer.

This will be a great time of coming together as one body of believers, uniting for one purpose – to reach those who do not yet know the love of Christ.

Questions?
Contact Christy at 701-200-1849 or
christy.jacobson@hotmail.com

* Event is sponsored by Impact Red River Valley

Knollbrook Annual Meeting

admin — Wed, 05 Jan 2011 17:44:25 +0000

Knollbrook will be holding it’s annual congregational meeting after refreshments in the All-Purpose Room.

Dining Fellowship – Olive Garden

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Each month, a group from Knollbrook selects a new ethnic restaurant to try. Join us for a fun time of great fellowship and delicious food.

This month we’ll be headed to the Olive Garden for some great Italian food.

And just in case you’ve never been there…

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Continue the GROW Conversation

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Join in the GROW conversation! Inter-generational learning isn’t just new to us; it’s new period. We’re blazing a new trail here at Knollbrook with this Sunday School program, and we welcome all feedback. This page will only be viewable by members of the church, but it will be viewable to ALL members of the church. Keep comments for or against constructive, and remember that in the end we’re all seeking to glorify God.

Have at it.

Educating Youth and Adults

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“…for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight; for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair; for giving…knowledge and discretion to the young–let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance… The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge…” Proverbs 1: 2-5,7a

Knollbrook is a place to GROW in God together…

We have exciting plans for this year for our Sunday School program! Rather than the traditional approach of breaking up our congregation to study the Word, we’re instead going to going adopt an inter-generational approach and study as a community, from the youngest to the oldest. We will be using the GROW model where each letter of GROW represents a distinct segment:

God’s Word
Relationships
Obedient Living
Worship

The first round of GROW will last 5 weeks with a focus on Daniel 3. Our theme will be “God is with us.”

Class will be stuctured the same each time. We will start with a Large Group activity to pray through our scripture passage and hear the Bible story, split off into the Small Group options and come together again for a brief closing activity. During the Small Group time, there will be different options for people to choose from including things like:

Art
Drama
Reflections
Games

Each group is designed to engage in a unique way with the Biblical story presented during the Large Group portion. Most of the group names (Art, Drama, Games, etc.) will be self-explanatory. The Reflections group will allow participants the opportunity to respond to the Biblical story and create Wondering Questions that will be used throughout the remaining GROW segments. Each group will have facilitators available to assist and guide the activities and discussion.

We hope you will be able to join us in this inter-generational journey. We will have a Nursery available for the youngest of our generations (Infant-4 yrs) as well. The official start time for each GROW session is 9:00 but we encourage people to arrive by 8:45 to ensure we are all ready to go at 9:00.

See you Sunday!

God’s Word

We are people of the Word, who value Scripture as the only perfect rule for our lives. We desire to know, understand, and live out the truths of the Bible. Our hope is not simply to make the Scripture come alive, but to make the Scripture come alive in us.

Relationships

Healthy and effective spiritual growth takes place in the context of relationships…both within peer groups and across generations. We encourage people to be in discipling/mentoring relationships that nurture growth, both in the home and in the wider community.

Obedient Living

We believe that discipleship to Jesus implies radical obedience to all of his teachings. Such obedience, together with the Spirit’s work in us, equips us to do kingdom work…giving witness to the good news and serving others in Jesus’ name.

Worship

Knowing that God desires an intimate relationship with us, we are committed to a lifestyle of worship characterized by both individual and corporate expressions of devotion. Our daily worship practices empower us to live an obedient, abundant, and joy-filled life in Christ.

* If you are a member or regular attender at Knollbrook, please click here to continue the GROW conversation and help us develop this program more fully.

2011 Knollbrook Christmas Music Video

This was our group project this holiday season. We created a music video for Bruce Cockburn’s rendition of “Cry of a Tiny Babe.” Enjoy!

Cry of a Tiny Babe

Mary grows a child without the help of a man
Joseph get upset because he doesn’t understand
Angel comes to Joseph in a powerful dream
Says “God did this and you’re part of his scheme”
Joseph comes to Mary with his hat in his hand
Says “forgive me I thought you’d been with some other man”
She says “what if I had been – but I wasn’t anyway and guess what
I felt the baby kick today”

Like a stone on the surface of a still river
Driving the ripples on forever
Redemption rips through the surface of time
In the cry of a tiny babe

The child is born in the fullness of time
Three wise astrologers take note of the signs
Come to pay their respects to the fragile little king
Get pretty close to wrecking everything
‘Cause the governing body of the whole [Holy] land
Is that of Herod, a paranoid man
Who when he hears there’s a baby born King of the Jews
Sends death squads to kill all male children under two
But that same bright angel warns the parents in a dream
And they head out for the border and get away clean

Like a stone on the surface of a still river
Driving the ripples on forever
Redemption rips through the surface of time
In the cry of a tiny babe

There are others who know about this miracle birth
The humblest of people catch a glimpse of their worth
For it isn’t to the palace that the Christ child comes
But to shepherds and street people, hookers and bums
And the message is clear if you have ears to hear
That forgiveness is given for your guilt and your fear
It’s a Christmas gift that you don’t have to buy
There’s a future shining in a baby’s eyes

Like a stone on the surface of a still river
Driving the ripples on forever
Redemption rips through the surface of time
In the cry of a tiny babe

Fellowship Groups

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“And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another…” Hebrews 10:24-25

Knollbrook is a place to form friendships…

We were never intended to live life without connecting with other people. In fact, the Bible spends a lot of time talking about our relationships with others and with God. Knollbrook is a place to build friendships.

Fellowship groups allow us to come along side one another to share in life’s triumps and trials. They build community and bring people together.

How to get “plugged in” at Knollbrook…

Check out our fellowship groups below. If you find a group that interests you, just send an email to knollbrook@knollbrook.org, and we’ll contact you with more information.

Core Groups

Core Groups are a great way to get to know Knollbrook. These small study groups allow participants to discuss the Bible, culture, and daily life in an effort to encourage and assist one another in our spiritual growth. We currently have three Core Groups which meet every other week. If you’re interested in joining one of these groups, please email us at knollbrook@knollbrook.org, and we’ll get you plugged into one.

Stitch Group

This is a non-threatening venue to introduce friends to Knollbrook and allows important time to share our joys and burdens with one another. “Stitching” includes knitters, crocheters, quilters, even scrapbookers!

Men’s Night

Men of all ages high school and above get together each month to share in games, snacks, and laughter as they form connections to each other and encourage each other in their Christian faith. Games usually include everything from Risk to firing up a Wii for some Smash Brothers or Mario Kart.

Dining Fellowship

Each month, a group from Knollbrook selects a new ethnic restaurant to try. Join us for a fun time of great fellowship and delicious food.

Missions

admin — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 21:33:45 +0000

“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” Matthew 28:18-19a

Knollbrook is a place committed to bringing people to Jesus…

Jesus loves this world and all the people in it. So much so, that in his final moments on Earth, he tells those he knows the best and trusts the most to go out into all the world and and spread his message of hope and redemption, his love, and his Life to everyone.

This “Great Commission” is for you and for me, and all who would believe in Jesus. Knollbrook is a community steeped in the love of Christ and intent on sharing that love with other people. People from all walks of life, in our community, and all across the world.

Taking God’s love to the world…

Knollbrook devotes a full 28% of our general funds offerings to the work of spreading the Gospel, both here and abroad. Below we’ve listed some of the work we’re a part of. For a detailed listing of the missionaries and organizations we support, click here.

In Our Own Backyard

We support several organizations and individuals right here in the Fargo/Moorehead area. The “All Nations House” offers students hospitality, Bible study, worship and prayer. The New Life Center provides food and lodging for over 100 men, ministering to them with the “Beyond Shelter” program. Youth For Christ reaches out to teens through clubs, support groups, and music and drama ministries.

Across the Country

Reaching out a little further, Ministry Developers Network educates future leaders and fosters relationships between churches here and abroad. The Waite’s work with TEAM Missions to councel and support missionaries in the field. Intervarsity Fellowship is ministering on college campuses across the county. Cass Lake Indian Ministries serves Native American communities in northern Minnesota.

Across the Globe

Knollbrook has made a commitment to join in God’s work throughout the world as well. From Mexico to Latvia, we’re partnered in church plants and support ministries. Wycliff Bible Translators have made God’s word accessible to millions. SAT-7 is a Christian TV station support, encourage, and help train Christians in the Middle East.

Sunday

admin — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 01:48:12 +0000

10:00 AM
Worship service followed by coffee fellowship

12:00 PM
Core Group B