Jesus never promised us that our life would be free from pain and suffering, BUT He did promise to make a way through. In the Gospel of John, Jesus expressed this truth to his followers saying, “…Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33). Life is marked with challenges and pain, but Jesus has overcome; Jesus holds the victory! Amen. So, what does this have to do with you? We asked ourselves this question: Who at GrowPoint has walked through AND embraced a season of suffering which produced good fruit? As we settled into that question, Jesus highlighted your story to us, and we would love for your story to serve as an example to others during our Easter services this year!
This special service element will be similar to cardboard testimonies (if you’ve never seen that before you can watch this video for an example: https://youtu.be/FioNdZ1RBDU). Instead of holding a sign, we will be using projection to display the words that you put to your testimony.
Commitment:
Please send us your words for your testimony with the link below by Sunday, March 17.
Sunday, March 24, immediately after the 11am service, meet in the sanctuary for a quick run through of this portion of the service. We will also be filming a quick video of you smiling into a camera to be part of the projection element (you will not have to speak).
Attend both 9:00 & 11:00am services Easter Sunday
Coaching for Testimony before & after words
BRIEF is of the utmost importance. Please keep to 3-5 words max for each side of your sign. We need large words so it can be easily read from the audience.
BEFORE JESUS: What was the cause of the pain and the suffering you experienced? Examples: broken marriage, rejected by _______, addiction to _______, crippled by anxiety, overcome with grief. Add a descriptive word that helps to define the brokenness/suffering.
AFTER JESUS: What has Jesus Resurrected in your life?
Watch the video link provided above to help with ideas for wording and consolidating words.
If you are unable or uninterested in participating please let us know using the button above.
We can’t wait to give Heavenly Dad ALL the glory for what He has done in you this Easter! If you have any other questions, please email Sam Kamnikar at skamnikar@growpoint.church.
Our GrowStudents are extremely excited to be returning to “Miracle Camp” in Lawton, Michigan for 4 days and 3 nights from June 30th – July 3rd for a true “camp” experience. Last year, our students had an unforgettable experience hearing from God, building relationships and participating in activities like zip-lining, a high ropes course, a paintball course ($10 additional paid at camp), hiking and mountain biking trails, a water trampoline and blob, canoeing, kayaking, and spending time on Bankson Lake! Check out this video to see for yourself all the fun Miracle Camp has to offer!
Are there additional camp scholarships?
It is our desire that no student misses out on Summer Camp due to finances. Thanks to the generosity of our GrowPoint Family, every student who attends summer camp receives a $130 discount automatically on their camp registration. For the past several years, we have been able to offer further scholarships to those who need assistance with camp registration costs. This year, we have a limited amount of partial scholarships available on a first come, first serve basis. The deadline to apply for a partial camp scholarship is May 10. We’d love to help if you are in need of additional assistance. Should your application be accepted, you will receive a promo code for you to use when registering for camp. *Please note, these additional limited financial scholarships are for families that are experiencing financial hardships.
Camp Registration Costs & Deadlines Early Bird Registration: $215 | Deadline: May 24 Regular Registration: $230 | Deadline: June 14
Step One: Register your student using the online registration form and pay to save your spot! If you are applying for a partial camp scholarship, that must be completed before registering for camp so that if approved, we can provide you with a discount code for registration. Registration closes on June 14th at 11:59pm.
Step Two: Upon completion of registration, you will be directed to fill out two additional waivers. The first waiver is the GrowStudents Summer Camp 2023 Parental/Legal Guardian Consent & Liability Waiver/Hold Harmless Form. The second waiver is from Miracle Camp which allows your campers to attend and participate in camp activities. Both of these waivers are REQUIRED for anyone attending camp this summer.
Knowing that this is a lot of information for you and your student, we have created a FAQ page to help provide answers to any immediate questions you may have. We hope this brings clarity to our vision and helps you plan for this camp.
We are so excited to head to camp with GrowStudents this summer! If you have any questions please feel free to reach out!
Miracle Camp has trained staff overseeing each activity (zip-lining, archery, paintball, etc.), lifeguards, and security that patrols the campgrounds at night. The GrowPoint leadership team will be developing all services and programming for GrowStudents. Please note: Miracle Camp will also be holding their own programmed camp at the facility during part of our camp. The only time our students will see other campers is in passing at the dining hall, but all sleeping arrangements, activities, and services will be GrowStudents only. You can visit their website to learn more or check out this video to see what they have to offer.
Who will be the camp speaker this year?
We are thrilled to announce Pastor Brandon Dirmann as our guest speaker for GrowStudents Summer Camp 2024! With 15 years in ministry, including a decade devoted to youth, Pastor Brandon currently serves as the Campus Pastor at Lakeshore Christian Fellowship in South Carolina. Celebrating 15 years of marriage to his wife Jenny and raising four incredible children—Evelyn, Brooklynne, Graham, and Bethany—Pastor Brandon brings a wealth of experience and a heartfelt connection with people. You can find Brandon enjoying Mexican cuisine, golf, and music, emphasizing the importance of community through quality time spent with friends and family. Join us as we eagerly anticipate the invaluable insights he will bring to our youth!
How will my student get to camp?
We have reserved two school buses to transport our students, leadership, and luggage to and from camp.
When will the group be leaving and returning?
GrowStudents will be meeting in the front parking lot of GrowPoint Church on Sunday, June 30th at 9:00 am. The trip will be three and a half hours to Miracle Camp.
You can expect your student to return to the church on Wednesday, July 3rd around 6pm. In the past, we have encouraged students to give parents a 30 minute heads-up so you are aware of the exact time.
What meals will be needed during traveling?
We will be stopping at a travel plaza for lunch on the way to camp. Students will need to bring money to buy their own meals. Dinner will be provided at the camp that evening.
On Wednesday, students will have both breakfast and lunch at camp. We will not be stopping for a meal on the way back since we are expected to arrive home around dinner time.
What if my student has a food allergy?
Miracle Camp serves all their meals buffet style. Students will get to pick and choose what food they would like to eat. They have gluten free options and are willing to make other accommodations. Please make sure to include any food allergies or dietary restrictions in your registration form so that we may communicate that with camp staff.
What are the sleeping arrangements?
We will have two separate cabins for our boys and girls. Each cabin will have twin-sized bunk beds and communal bathrooms. GrowPoint leaders will be sleeping in the cabins with our students.
What should my student do with medication?
We will have a camp nurse from GrowPoint who will collect all of our students’ medications. The nurse will keep and administer medications as prescribed. When filling out your students registration form, you should specify what condition and medication your child will be bringing. The medication should be in a ziplock bag labeled with their name, medication, and dosage.
Will my student need to bring additional cash?
Again, students will need to bring money for lunch on the way to camp. There will be a camp store available for students to purchase snacks, drinks, ice cream, and camp merchandise. If students choose to participate in paintball, there will be an additional $10 fee for ammunition each round they decide to play. These are optional but available to our students.
What about Summer Camp T-shirts?
T-shirts for GrowStudents Summer Camp are available as a $12 “add-on” to camp registration this year in order to keep the base price of camp as low as possible.
Will my student have access to their phone?
We collect every student’s phone before we leave for camp. This is something we have done for camp every year to help students unplug from outside distractions and fully enjoy their camp experience. In the past, students have testified to this helping them build connections with other students as well as being intentional about seeking the Lord. If there is an emergency and you would like to reach your child, leader contact information will be provided upon registering your child.
What does my student pack for camp?
There is a lot to think about when packing for camp! We have created a packing list that will help you!
5 or 6 outfits (extra outfits are always a good idea!)
Athletic clothes for field/ water games
GrowStudents/ GrowPoint Shirts
Sweatshirt for evening hangouts
Closed-toed shoes and flip-flops for the lake
Undergarments and socks
Pajamas
Bathing suit (Ladies must wear a dark t-shirt over two-piece bathing suits)
Shampoo, conditioner, face wash, body wash, razor, etc.
Shower towel, washcloth, & beach towel
Toothbrush, toothpaste, floss, etc.
Deodorant
Glasses, contacts, contact solution/ case
A hairbrush, comb, hair ties, etc.
Make-up and face wipes
Twin size bedding: sheets, blanket, & pillows/sleeping bag (labeled in a garbage bag)
Sunscreen, aloe, and bug spray
Flashlight
Bible, journal, and pens
Refillable water bottle
Money for the snack shack, paintball, and lunch on the way to camp
Bring your own snacks for the cabin!
Optional: Rain jacket, umbrella, hat, garbage bag for dirty or wet clothes, backpack, etc.
As a way to enter the new year with new focus, we are embarking on a 21-day journey starting January 8. We are going to increase our appetite for God’s presence during this time. Often we determine what we want to do, then we invite God to come along to bless our premeditated path. However, the purpose behind 21 days of prayer and fasting is to lean in and listen to God’s voice and direction for our year.
The Foursquare Movement has prepared a specific prayer focus for each of the 21 days.
A Family Prayer Guide & a Physical Copy of the Daily Prayer Guide can be downloaded and purchased at FoursquarePrayer.org.
GrowPoint January Worship Night – January 14 | 6pm
Halfway through our our 21 Day of Prayer + Fasting, join us for a special night of worship together as a church on January 14th at 6:00pm. Childcare will not be provided for this evening.
The official, active membership of GrowPoint – Amherst Foursquare Church is gathering for a meeting on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at 6:30 PM in the church sanctuary. This special meeting for the active members of GrowPoint is to discuss the finances for the Flat Roof Replacement Project. Please plan to be in attendance at this in-person meeting. This meeting will not be live-streamed.
Who’s excited and ready for 2023?! We will take everything we gained and learned from 2022 and move forward into the new year! As a way to enter the new year, with new focus, we are embarking on a 21-day journey starting January 9. We are going to increase our appetite for God’s presence during this time. Often we determine what we want to do, then we invite God to come along to bless our premeditated path. However, the purpose behind 21 days of prayer and fasting is to lean in and listen to God’s voice and direction for our year.
The Foursquare Movement has prepared a specific prayer focus for each of the 21 days.
A Family Prayer Guide & a Physical Copy of the Daily Prayer Guide can be downloaded and purchased at FoursquarePrayer.org.
GrowPoint January Prayer Nights
GrowPoint is adding one more layer to the 21 days for prayer & fasting; we are encouraging you to block out January 11, 18 & 25 and join in-person for collective prayer! These Wednesday night gatherings start at 6:30pm, and they will be aligned with Foursquare’s focus for that particular week. *Childcare will be unavailable for these gatherings, so start now with other arrangements, OR bring the whole family!
With a hefty measure of humble confidence, we encourage you to start this year craving and longing for God’s presence and to hear Him speak over 2023! We want to posture ourselves with a hungry heart, and a humble mind, with confidence and anticipation that God will answer! GrowPoint, let’s start this year right, and let’s start it right, together!
Wednesday Night Dates & Times
Wednesday, January 11 at 6:30pm at GrowPoint Church
Wednesday, January 18 at 6:30pm at GrowPoint Church
Wednesday, January 25 at 6:30pm at GrowPoint Church
We are beyond excited about our upcoming Uphold Marriage Discipleship Event! Honestly, this one is more like a retreat than just an event. We are confident that March 18-19, 2022 will be marked with laughter, ah-hah moments, and of course, delicious food!
Our marriages will be refined and strengthened through guest speakers, Gary and Tammy Dunahoo! These two have been best friends and ministry partners throughout their 35 years of marriage. They have two adult children, four grandchildren and enjoy life with their family, playing golf and taking in sunsets at the beach.
Gary is an Executive Coach who helps individuals and organizations thrive. For over 40 years, he has worked in nonprofit settings, corporate structures, government agencies, and faith-based communities, walking alongside people as they become authors of a new story and changemakers of their own experience.
Tammy has served as Vice President and General Supervisor of The Foursquare Church. Tammy’s passion is sponsoring the next generation and multiplying healthy leaders and churches throughout the United States. Tammy is currently serving as Foursquare’s Director of Leader Health and Development.
Without question, Gary and Tammy are accomplished and highly educated leaders, and we are thankful for the marital insight they will bring to our Uphold Marriage Discipleship Event. Engaged or married, this event is for you! This weekend will be full of revelation as we discover how the Gospel reflects and transforms marriage.
Invest in your relationship today by registering HERE. The cost is only $25 per couple and our gathering times will be Friday at 6:30pm and Saturday from 8:30-1:30pm. On Friday, we will be providing appetizers and desserts; and on Saturday, we will be having an amazing brunch at 10:00am. Please note: Due to the nature of this event, we ask that both spouses attend as we are not able to accommodate individuals. Childcare will not be provided for this event.
Registration closes Thursday, March 10th.
We are looking forward to sharing this time investing into our marriages with you!
Who’s excited and ready for 2022?! We will take everything we gained and learned from 2021 and move forward into the new year! As a way to enter the new year, with new focus, we are embarking on a 21-day journey starting January 10. We are going to increase our appetite for God’s presence during this time. Often we determine what we want to do, then we invite God to come along to bless our premeditated path. However, the purpose behind 21 days of prayer and fasting is to lean in and listen to God’s voice and direction for our year.
The Foursquare Movement has prepared a specific prayer focus for each of the 21 days.
GrowPoint is adding one more layer to the 21 days for prayer & fasting; we are encouraging you to block out January 12, 19 & 26 and join in-person for collective prayer! These Wednesday night gatherings start at 6:30pm, and they will be aligned with Foursquare’s focus for that particular week. *Childcare will be unavailable for these gatherings, so start now with other arrangements, OR bring the whole family!
With a hefty measure of humble confidence, we encourage you to start this year craving and longing for God’s presence and to hear Him speak over 2022! We want to posture ourselves with a hungry heart, and a humble mind, with confidence and anticipation that God will answer! GrowPoint, let’s start this year right, and let’s start it right, together!
Wednesday Night Dates & Times
Wednesday, January 12 at 6:30pm at GrowPoint Church
Wednesday, January 19 at 6:30pm at GrowPoint Church
Wednesday, January 26 at 6:30pm at GrowPoint Church
Click the video above for an invite from Pastor Stephanie & Lesli
Beginning Friday evening, January 7, and then continuing the first Friday of every month through April, GrowPoint Ladies will be meeting at GrowPoint to study The Emotionally Healthy Woman book by Geri Scazzero. The vibe of our Friday night gatherings will be part book study, part worship along with a time to connect with other ladies. Invite friends, even if they don’t normally attend GrowPoint, and save the date for these Friday evenings that are sure to be filled with learning and laughter.
Friday evening gatherings will culminate with a 2022 GrowPoint Ladies Retreat.
Friday Evening Dates
January 7 | 6:30pm February 4 | 6:30pm March 4 | 6:30pm April 1 | 6:30pm
“Now go in My authority and make disciples of all people, baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. And teach them to faithfully follow all that I have commanded you. And never forget that I am with you every day, even to the very end of this age.”
Jesus (Matthew 28:19-20)
GrowLine is designed for Followers of Jesus to grow in every way of life. Ephesians 4:15 says, “Speaking the truth in love, let us grow in every way into Jesus Christ.” As a GrowLine Group Facilitator, we will be obeying the command of Jesus to disciple people by walking our groups through three stages of growing:
Being with Jesus Growing with Jesus Sent with Jesus.
Here are some details about being a GrowLine Group Facilitator.
We ask that you fill out the attached form (see the button below) that will include all of your preferences for your group, and submit it to us by Sunday, August 1.
You will not be alone in this journey. Pastor Lesli will be your coach and walk with you. We are all in this together!
Also, we will be having a GrowLine Group Facilitator in-person meeting on Sunday, September 12 at 6 pm at GrowPoint, where we will thoroughly walk through….
What to expect
Share about how to lead a GrowLine Group
How to utilize technologies for the teaching videos, etc.
Follow-up and staying connected with your group during the week, etc.
When is GrowLine?
GrowLine starts on the week of Sunday, September 19 and continues for the next 6 consecutive weeks. Your group will meet for a total of 6 gatherings. You have the flexibility to choose which day of the week and what time you would like to meet with your group.
Schedule
Being with Jesus Week 1: Week of September 19 Week 2: Week of September 26
Growing with Jesus Week 3: Week of October 3 Week 4: Week of October 10
Sent with Jesus Week 5: October 17 Week 6: Week of October 24
Where will GrowLine take place?
We are encouraging GrowLine groups to meet in individual homes. This could be your home or at a designated host home. We have found that the atmosphere in a personal home provides for increased relational connection and feels less like a “church service.”
Who is GrowLine for?
GrowLine is for anyone desiring to grow in their relationship with Jesus in a small group atmosphere. Our large Sunday celebrations are awesome, but small groups work best for conversation, encouragement, accountability, and personal growth.
Our desire is for our groups to remain small. This allows us to share our lives with others while discipling through the scope of relationship. Our desire is for our women’s groups to be led by women, men’s groups led by men, and co-ed groups led by male and female teams. We will be providing you with a list of people to contact and invite to join your group. We are so excited that this list includes new guests from the beginning of 2020 who now call GrowPoint home! We will send you the list of people on August 3 and ask that you reach out to and invite them to your group by August 15.
What is expected of me as a GrowLine Group Facilitator?
As the group facilitator, you will set the tone and flow of each gathering so that it’s meaningful and worthwhile. However, your gatherings should not exceed 2 hours long.
Each week you will receive a Weekly Agenda that will help you prepare for your group gathering:
Simply reading through the weekly agenda to be prepared to facilitate the discussion times.
Be prepared to show the teaching video that will be provided through the GrowLine YouTube Channel or the GrowLine Group Facilitator’s website. There will be times to pause the video for group discussion.
For in-person gatherings, you can use YouTube on your smart TV; just search for the GrowLine YouTube channel.
For video conferencing gatherings, you can use the GrowLine Group Facilitator website; just share your screen with the group online.
Communicate weekly with your group via texting, phone calls, emails, etc.This is a vital component to relational discipleship.
Initiate a text thread for your specific group to allow dialog of daily devos and be a source of encouragement with each other.
All GrowLine Facilitators are requested to be at the training on Sunday, September 12 from 6-8pm.
