Jan
14
to May 6
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Sunday Morning Class: The Book of Isaiah

Join John Murtha as he teaches from the Book of Isaiah this winter! Isaiah is the most referenced prophetic book in the New Testament and has truths and doctrines that apply to our lives as Christ-followers today!

No registration is needed.

Class began Sunday, January 14th and will continue through May. The class meets in Auburn Hall.

Questions? Contact Elizabeth Ritchie here.

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Apr
10
to May 15
WOMEN

Women's Ministry Spring Evening Bible Study

Women: Spring Evening Bible Study begins Tuesday, April 10th for 6 weeks. Join us!  

The Quest, Beth Moore's newest study, is a challenge to accept the invitation to grow in intimacy with our God! In this excursion with Jesus, we will study questions from Scripture that lead us into a closer relationship with the One who knows us best. We will dig into the Word, respond to the questions of God, and bring our questions before Him. Our questions will be the map that points us into a deeper relationship with the Father. Class facilitators Lindsay Gould and Sandy Spence are eager to have you join them!

Register by April 9th. 

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Apr
15
to May 6
WOMEN, MEMBERSHIP, MEN, ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Next Steps Membership Class

Open to all, we encourage you to join us for this significant time of faith and fellowship with others here at the church.  

For four consecutive weeks, beginning April 15, our pastors and staff will guide you through interactive discussions and teachings, while also heightening our understanding of how much we as a church need to be: Centered on Christ, Shaped in Community, and Sent into the World.

We are excited to grow in Christ with you!  Each week you will be guided through the Gospel message in a relevant and personal way.  You’ll learn more about our church – from governance to sacraments, our denomination and membership responsibilities.  In addition, we will be sharing ways for you to get plugged in to ministry and service opportunities here at Bay Presbyterian Church and beyond these walls.  

We’d love to have you as part of our Next Step Membership Class taking place on April 15, April 22, April 29 and May 6, 2018. This four-week session will be held on Sunday mornings at 9:00 am in Room W211.  Since this class takes place during the 9am service, childcare is available.

Relationships matter.  Let’s take the next step together at Bay Pres – join us!

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Apr
19
to Jul 19
employment, CHILDREN, EMPLOYMENT

We're looking for help! You could be our next Children's Ministry staff member...

We're looking for someone to help design, shape, and collaboratively write our Sunday morning programs in Children's Ministry. It could be you! This is a position that has you directly shaping people in community as this position also includes direct ministry to children, their families and the volunteers that make this a thriving ministry of the church. This is a part-time, 25 hours per week position. If you have previous experience in ministry or education, have strong writing skills and a desire to bring the truth fo the Bible to life for students in kindergarten through fourth grade, we want to talk to you! Contact Adrienne Stevens today.


If you’re interested in learning more, contact Adrienne Stevens (440.871.1503x124).

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May
4
6:00 PM18:00
SERVE, community, Children's Ministry, CHILDREN, SPECIAL NEEDS

Spring RESPITE event (May 4th)

As a church we host a free quarterly event that has made church more meaningful for families with special needs. It's called Respite, and it's a two and a half hour event (three hours for volunteers) that gives parents and caretakers a break from their everyday lives.

If you're a parent of a child with special needs and you want your child (and siblings) to attend the Spring Respite Event on Friday, May 4, click the attend button. Please note: each child needs their own registration form. You will have the opportunity to put your name on a waiting list if our guest registration fills up during the April 9-27 registration period. We look forward to welcoming you to Respite at BPC!

Our next event is Friday, May 4, and if you want to plug in and get involved in the
life of the church in a new way, click the button to serve.

For some parents Respite nights are the only date nights they get all year. This means so much to the families that come that we don't want you to miss your opportunity to get involved in giving someone a much needed break.

At Respite, kids spend time doing all sorts of activities and it takes volunteers to keep those activities going. That's where you come in. Whether you're a teenager or a retired adult, there is a long list of roles that you can fill ranging from specialist roles to first-time volunteers with no experience. Anybody can find a place to serve, including you.

Get in touch with Beth Golik with any questions. (440.871.3822x181)

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May
6
8:30 AM08:30
OUTREACH

Travel the Kingdom

Join us as we Travel the Kingdom! Your Outreach Ministry is busy organizing a fair that will feature many of the ministries that BPC supports. This is an opportunity for the entire family to share in just how God is working here in our neighborhood, city, and the world. Mark your calendars for Sunday, May 6th. The fair will be running in Auburn Hall before, during, and after both services that day. Fun, food, music and more! Stay tuned.

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May
12
7:00 PM19:00
PRAYER

House of Prayer - a special prayer night

Praying together is a form of community that shapes us as followers of Jesus. We’re hosting a special night of prayer in the Sanctuary on May 12th at 7:00pm. We want to simplify prayer and make it more normal in your daily life so that it’s a natural first response. It’s a night for families, small groups, and friends - it's community! We'll be praying about the decisions we need to make as a church (the Pastor and Youth Pastor Search Committees). Find out more about this House of Prayer night by contacting Jessica Fischer.

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Jun
11
to Jul 16

Preschool Summer Camp: Blessed to Be a Blessing

Choose one of the following weeks: June 11-15 or July 16-20. Children who turn 4 by August 1st, 2018 thru entering kindergarten will not want to miss this fun filled week.  

Classes are Monday-Friday 9:30-12:30 (children bring their lunch). Biblical concepts and stories are taught each day thru Bible time, music, and crafts. Cost is $90 for the full week and includes a worship CD.  Our week ends with a family picnic in the courtyard.

Register here for June 11-15.

Register here for July 16-20.

Questions? Contact Julie Hazlett here or call 440.871.3822 X117.

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Jun
18
to Aug 6
PARENTS, STUDENTS, WOMEN

Book Club for Moms of Teens

Attention moms of teens (mothers with youth 8th-12th grade) - Join Kristine Meaux and Heather Bingaman this summer as we encourage and support each other in our relationships with our teens. Our goal in creating this amazing group is to openly support, listen, and love one another through the teen years — to help each other feel grounded and reassured as we navigate these waters with the help of scripture, books and prayer. We'll work through two books this summer: How to Talk to your Teen so Your Teen Will Listen and Listen So Your Teen Will Talk by Adele Faber and Elaine Mazlish, and Boundaries by Henry Cloud and John Townsend. The group is open to every mom with teens!  Group will meet at the home of Heather Bingaman. Register today!

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Jun
23
11:30 AM11:30
MEN

Men's Golf Outing

Join the men of BPC on Saturday, June 23rd as we take part in the Annual TBAS Golf Outing in support of the work of The Bridge Avenue School. Golf and dinner will take place at the Sweetbriar Golf Club, Legacy Course. Lunch and registration begin at 11:30am; all golfers tee off at 1:00pm. Cost is $110 per golfer, $40 lunch only. Register at www.thebridgeavenueschool.com  

Questions: Contact TJ Grabianowski at 216.203.7514

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Nov
4
to Nov 11
OUTREACH

Guatemala Short Term Mission Trip - participants wanted!

Are you a medical professional with clinical experience in Pediatric, Adult, Family Practice and/or Pharmacy services? You're invited to join us on the upcoming trip scheduled for November 4th-11th, 2018.  This mission team will be working alongside our ministry partner, Global CHE Enterprises, to provide basic medical services and health education for the people in Tacajalve, Guatemala. To learn more, contact: Dena Mitchell (440-263-4979). 

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Apr
21
12:00 PM12:00
WOMEN

Annual Christ Church Westshore Women's Spring Luncheon

You are cordially invited to attend our 2018 Christ Church Westshore Annual Women's Spring Luncheon on Saturday, April 21st from noon to 3:00 pm at Sarita (14523 Madison Ave., Lakewood, OH).

The menu includes two different salads (Caesar & Arugula), Chicken Piccata, Cod Francaise, Grilled Asparagus, Risotto, pasta, rolls, butter, and all soft drinks. Spirits can be purchased at a cash bar.

Our guest speaker is Kathy Foldesy who is the Director of Curriculum & Instruction. and an 8th grade teacher for numerous subjects at Westside Christian Academy in Westlake. The subject is "Mary, Mary quite contrary, how does your garden grow?" Philippians 1:6 "He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus." is our key verse.

Please bring a dessert to share. It would be greatly appreciated! 

The cost is $30 per person. Scholarships are available upon request. You don’t want to miss this event. It will be an afternoon of amazing fellowship, mouth-watering food, a great speaker & wonderful ambiance.

You can pay at the door on the day of the event or send us a check. Please make sure to sign up on line if you are planning on attending.

Questions? Contact Iris Neel 440.899.7151

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Apr
20
to Apr 21

Inclusion Fusion

Key Ministry is hosting a disability ministry conference – Inclusion Fusion Live -- here at Bay Pres. People from around the country will come together to be encouraged and equipped to better serve the families who attend their churches!

This conference is for ministry leaders, families, and those in disability care fields. There is no charge to attend the conference Friday night and during the day on Saturday.

  • Friday, April 20: 6:30 - 9:00 pm (no fee)
  • Friday, April 20 Ministry Intensives: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm ($49)
  • Saturday, April 21: 8:15 am - 3:00 pm (no fee)

During the day on Friday, April 20, there will be three Ministry Intensives offered:    

  • Buddy Break Basic Leadership Training (BLT)
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder: What it is and PRACTICAL Ideas to Try
  • Developing a Mental Health Inclusion Strategy in Your Church

The fee to attend one of the Friday daytime Ministry Intensives is $49 and includes materials and lunch. Attendees will leave with the tools necessary to go back and implement something in their church environment.

Visit www.keyministry.org/inclusionfusionlive for a schedule and to register for Friday’s Ministry Intensives or the Friday night/Saturday conference.

Questions? Contact Beth Golik at bgolik@baypres.org or beth@keyministry.org or call 440.871.3822 X181.

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Apr
19
2:30 PM14:30
PARENTS, WOMEN, CHILDREN

MOPS & MOMSNext starting soon

Calling ALL moms! Whether you have preschool, elementary, middle school or high school children, there is a place for you in MOPS or MOMSNext to receive support, make new friends and grow in your faith – as a mom and a woman!

MOPS is open to all moms of babies through kindergartners. Daytime groups meet twice each month on Mondays, the evening group meets twice a month on Wednesdays. MOMSNext has a daytime group for moms of elementary aged children meeting Monday mornings, a daytime group for moms of middle/high school children also meeting Monday mornings and an evening group for moms of all school aged children, meeting Tuesday evenings.    

Registration will run from April 23th -August 31th. If childcare is provided, you will receive an email with a link to childcare registration after you register.

We look forward to having you join the great work God is doing through MOPS and MOMSNext!  

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Apr
14
12:00 PM12:00
CARE

Celebrate Seniors

Attend this gathering of God's people to celebrate the gifts and legacy of the older members of our community of faith. We invite you to a wonderful time of fellowship, food and laughter in Lakeview Hall as we seek to say "thank you" to a vital part of our community. RSVP to Tammy Wassmer (440.871.3822x106) by Sunday, April 8th. 

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Apr
14
7:00 AM07:00

Men's Ministry Quarterly Breakfast

Our Men's Breakfast will be on Saturday April 14th from 7:00am - 8:30am in Auburn Hall (this is different than previous breakfasts) Our featured speaker will be Fred Koury.

The men of BayPres gather monthly to encourage each other in the Lord as we pursue Him and His ways in our lives, our families, our church and our communities!

Questions? Contact John Faile, Men's Ministry Team Leader here.

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Apr
7
4:30 PM16:30
OUTREACH, WOMEN, MEN

Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless Benefit Concert

You're invited to attend a special concert benefiting the Northeast Ohio Coalition for the Homeless on Saturday April 7th at 4:30pm in Auburn Hall. World-class musicians from the Oberlin Conservatory will be performing, including a string quartet, pianists, a singer and jazz combo. There will be a raffle, refreshments and speakers from NEOCH who will talk about the incredible work they do. Donations will be taken at the event. 

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Mar
25
10:15 AM10:15

Congregational Meeting & Church Family Meeting

The elders have called a congregational meeting for the purpose of approving the Nominating Committee’s candidates to fill 3 unexpired officer terms. The nominees for Elder are Steve Ruscher and Stacy Windahl, with Stacy acting as the liaison from the Pastor Search Committee to Session. Bill Oatey is the nominee for the Board of Directors. The Nominating Committee will begin the process of taking nominations for officers for the Class of 2022 in late spring, early summer. Join us for this meeting today at 10:15 in the Sanctuary, with our March Church Family Meeting immediately following. 

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Mar
18
12:15 PM12:15
PARENTS, LOVE & SERVE, CHILDREN, OUTREACH

A Love & Serve Lunch for Families

Each year we ask our families to join us as we focus on a ministry that we support and we have events and service projects throughout the year to help our kids get involved. It’s called Love & Serve.

Our next event is a luncheon in Auburn Hall. BRING your kids! Bring yourselves! We’ll learn more about God’s work in Kenya with CAREforAIDS (CFA)! Donations to CFA will be accepted at the event as well. Come enjoy the lunch and take advantage of this great opportunity to learn more and get involved!

Registration here by March 15!

Questions? Contact Libby Peterson. (lpeterson@baypres.org or 440.871.3822 X113)

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Mar
11
to Mar 25

Easter Lily Orders

If you wish to remember or honor a loved one on Easter Sunday with an Easter Lily, you may purchase one at the Welcome Center on Sundays March 11, 18 or 25 for $8. Cash or check only please. 

Questions? Contact Whitney Liptrap here or call 440.871.3822 X118.

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Mar
10
9:00 AM09:00

Financial Stability: A Primer

Did God grab your attention as Pastor Chris preached on stewardship? Interested in learning more about Christian Financial concepts and a healthy approach to financial stability?

Attend our 2 hour seminar: Financial Stability: A Primer. The seminar will be taught by Abe Klassen. Abe has had over 40 years of experience in finance and accounting and 4 years of experience coordinating Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace ministry. You'll walk away with principles you can begin applying now - and a better picture of how our Gracious God views finances!

Register here by March 8th.

Questions? Contact Elizabeth Ritchie here or call 440.871.3822 X142. 

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Mar
4
to Mar 18
ADULT DISCIPLESHIP

Evidences for the Resurrection of Jesus

Join Michael Shenigo-Rudy during Lent for a series of three lectures dealing with the resurrection of Christ.  Michael will be discussion three separate, powerful lines of evidence for the resurrection – one in each lecture. Come learn about the eyewitnesses, the empty tomb and the spread of the Christian faith as they serve to provide evidence of the resurrection of Christ.

The class takes place Sundays, March 4, 11, 18 9:00am - 10:15am in Auburn Hall.

No registration necessary.

Questions? Contact Elizabeth Ritchie here or call 440.871.3822 X142.

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Mar
2
to Mar 3
MEN

2018 BPC Men's Retreat

Hey Men! Our 2018 Bay Pres MEN'S RETREAT is slated for March 2-3!

The theme of the Retreat is "Words of Encouragement" and focuses on how God speaks to us through others to mold us into becoming the Man HE truly created! If you've been to the Men's Retreat in the past couple of years, you know how powerful this gathering of men is!

Save the date and bring a friend with you! The retreat will take place at Beulah Beach (6010 West Lake Road, Vermillion, OH 44089). 

Cost: $85 per person.

Register here now through February 15.

Questions? Contact Steve Corcoran here.

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Feb
25
to Mar 4
CHILDREN, PARENTS

Family Communion Workshop

Are your kids asking about Communion? Do you, as a parent, have questions about how to teach them about this sacrament? Then join us for the Family Communion Workshop and learn together about The Lord’s Supper.  Register by February 18th.

This is a two part workshop:

  • Parent Training on February 25 at 11:00am
  • Family Dinner & Workshop on March 4 at 6:00pm

Communion will be offered at both service hours on March 11, 2018.

Cost is $15.

Contact Lois Lam (440.871.3822 x 107) with questions. 

 

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Feb
24
7:00 PM19:00

Grove City Choir

In partnership with Christ Church Westshore, Bay Pres is pleased to welcome The Grove City Touring Choir for a performance at Bay Presbyterian Church on Saturday, February 24th at 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary.

The choir has 45 students that will need housing on Saturday evening. Would you consider opening up your home to the students?

For more information and to sign up please contact Sybil Mundy here.

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Feb
17
10:00 AM10:00

Men's Service Opportunity

Men’s Quarterly Service Opportunity: “Nehemiah Project”

We have plenty of work, including some more demo and light construction (indoor and outdoor) to do on the Trowbridge property at the Family Ministry Center. In addition, there is some light construction work at another nearby transitional housing property.    

Men will meet at the Family Ministry Center at 10:00 am, dressed warm and ready to serve. Bring your demo/construction tools with you! Stay as long as you can.

Contact Scott Hazlett (440.305.1515) to learn more! Lunch will be supplied.  

At the last service opportunity the man filled two 40 yard dumpsters in less than 6 hours, giving this renovation project a huge start! Join us for more of the same.

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Feb
9
to Feb 10
WOMEN

IF: Gathering (for women)

Women, don't miss this! The IF:Gathering is an annual two-day gathering in Austin, TX that is simulcast across the world in local churches, homes and communities. Women come together to wrestle with essential questions of faith and encounter God in a real and lasting way. The IF:Gathering will begin at 6pm on Friday, February 9th and we'll come together again at 9am on Saturday!

Take the time to foster your relationship with God through stories, sharing and worship.

This event is for women of ALL AGES, teenagers through golden agers!!!

Register here now through February 2.

Questions? Contact Sally Gerycz here.

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Feb
6
7:00 PM19:00
parenting, PARENTS, CHILDREN

Let's Talk about Growing Up

Let’s Talk about Growing UP – This class for parents AND 4th, 5th or 6th grade students helps you as parents talk with your kids about God’s design for our bodies and the changes that take place as we grow up.  Class will be held on four Tuesday evenings: Feb. 6, 13, 20 & 27.

Register here January 11 - February 1 .

NOTE: There is no class fee, but participants are asked to purchase a copy of the book:  Understanding your Young Teen, by Mark Oestreicher.

Questions? Contact Elizabeth Ritchie here.

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Feb
6
to Mar 20
Women's Studies, WOMEN

Women's Study: Isaiah with Morgan Heberle

Gals, join us late winter/early spring (Tuesdays, February 6 - March 20), as we take a look at several specific poems in the book of Isaiah, referred to as the Servant Songs. It is easy to lose heart under the pressure of our day-to-day demands, or in the suffering of the world around us. Our prayer as we consider the Servant Songs of Isaiah is that as the spring and celebration of Resurrection Sunday approaches, we would be reawakened to the powerful reality of God's unfolding story.

In preparation, please read through the book of Isaiah, and we will gather in February. 

Register for class here. Register for childcare here.

Questions? Contact Elizabeth Ritchie here or call 440.871.3822 X142.

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Feb
5
7:00 PM19:00

CARE for AIDS Impact Trip Info Meeting

Did you have fun at the CARE for AIDS meal packing event in November? Do you want to know more about the ministry and the upcoming impact trip to Nairobi, Kenya in September?  Please join Phil and Jill Battershell for an information night, about the ministry and the future trip.

RSVP to Phil at phil.battershell@gmail.com if you will be attending.

Meeting will take place at the home of Phil & Jill Battershell (421 Longbeach Pkwy, Bay Village, OH) 

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Feb
2
to Feb 4
STUDENTS

EPiC'18 Retreat - for students

Announcing EPiC ’18 – A winter retreat for grades 7 through 12 at Beulah Beach in Vermilion, OH. We’ll be joining with Student Ministries from other churches in our Presbytery (the Presbytery of the Alleghenies) for a weekend of awesome praise and worship, teaching from an incredible speaker, and powerful breakouts. Discover who you are in Christ, grow closer to your friends, make a few new friends, play amazing games and battle it out in the dodgeball tournament.

Register here by January 14.

Questions? Contact Morgan Smith here or at 440.871.3822 X138

Go here for more info.

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