The Spirit glorifies God by empowering our: to overcome. in action. to bring transformation. for body building. partnership. Applying God’s Word to Life Give an example of a truly powerful force that is invisible? How powerful is it? What can it do? How can we best tap into the greatest power available to us? How has God’s call upon you changed you? How has God’s work within you brought about change in others? What specific truths have radically transformed your life? How did you come to know these truth? Why were they so impacting? What body building abilities have you been entrusted with? What might the Lord want you to offer back to Him by serving others in this season of life? What is a need you could invite someone else to “strive together” with you in prayer this week? Where might God want to put His power on display thru you right now? How will position yourself for God to use you to put His power on display in your home, your work, and where you play? Announcements Fall Food & Fun Festival: TODAY— Sunday, October 13 at Crossroads Stables/Barsness’s (33502 County Road 14, Starbuck) Each family should bring a side dish or desert to share. 3:30 pumpkin painting/maze/yard games, 3 hayride times. 5pm meal & free play. The Mark Drama @ 7pm Oct. 14 @ Atwood Memorial Center (Cascade Room) on St. Cloud College Campus. It is a 90 minute, theater in the round presentation of the Gospel of Mark. Come watch the story of Jesus, the good news of the Gospel, come to life through local college students! Even though it is simple it is profound. Contact Kelly if interested in the play & a meal beforehand (320) 805-0245. Women's Prayer Brunch: Saturday, October 26 at 10:00 a.m. at Melissa Wolf’s home (24365 County Road 23, Glenwood). All women are invited for a time of food, fellowship and prayer. RSVP to Melissa by text or call at 320-815-5612. AWANA: Wednesdays 6:30-8:00p.m. for ages 3 years (by Sept. 11) through 5th grade at the First Baptist Church in Glenwood. No Youth Group Oct. 16: Come to the Minnewaska FB game instead. Oct 23 Youth Group for grades 5-12: Meet from 6:40-8:05 p.m. at Central Square gym with games, music, message, and small groups. Hope Youth Retreat Nov. 1-3: Night games, games, cooking together, AirMaxx trampolines & skatepark & shopping in St. Cloud, and youth devotions. Depart Friday, Nov.1 at 5:15pm from Minnewaska High School (after practices) and return Sun., Nov. 3 at Central Square parking lot at 12:30pm. Sign-up and pay $45 by Oct. 18. Friends welcome. We are staying for free at a sister-church in Paynesville, so sleeping bags & pillows are a must! Sign-up using this link. Safe Families Volunteer Training: Sunday, October 27, 1:00-4:00 p.m. at Church in the Pines, Alexandria. See the flyer on the welcome table for more details. Sermon Based Small Group: Wednesdays at 6:45 p.m. at the Starbuck site. Attend when you are able.