FOR THE WEEK OF 2.05.12
**NEW** **HOT** Displaced Worship – West Campus. On Sunday, February 12, the West Campus will worship together in one service at 9am at Ashyana Banquets, 1620 75th Street in Downers Grove. We will not have 7:30 or 10am worship services. We apologize for the inconvenience.
**NEW** 2012 Stellar Awards. Don’t miss the 2012 Stellar Awards show, which airs Saturday, February 11 at 6pm, 8pm, and 10pm on the Gospel Music Channel (GMC) and Sunday, February 12 at 7pm on WCIU-TV (channel 26 in Chicago area). Pastor Smokie Norful won two Stellar awards for his latest music project, How I Got Over: Songs that Carried Us.
**NEW** Women of Victory. Ladies, have you ever felt like you’re the only one who has experienced something? Have you wondered how others have survived? Are you struggling with believing God even hears you anymore? Don’t miss Crowned Jewels’ “We’ll Talk Real Talk” Friday, Feb. 17, 6:30–9pm at Fire Station #4, 1111 W. Boughton Road in Bolingbrook. Come out and meet other women with encouraging and open dialogue. “We’ll Talk Real Talk” is the ideal place to share your perspective and experiences with REAL women about REAL issues! Be an encouragement. Be encouraged! Don’t miss it! Space is limited, so reserve your seat today. To register, stop by the Crowned Jewels’ table or register online at getthevictory.org.
**NEW** New Members Class. Make it official! Thinking about joining or recently joined Victory? Come to New Members class Saturday, February 18, 9:30am – 1:30pm at Chicago Park District/Avalon, 1215 East 83rd Street in Chicago. To register, visit getthevictory.org; navigate to News and Events, and select Event Registration. You may also register at the Welcome Center in the lobby. Attendees from both campuses are welcome to attend.
**NEW** Ambassadors Class. Once you’re a member, it’s time to go to the next level… service! Plan to attend Ambassador’s Class, Sunday, February 19 (West Campus 9am in Teachers Lounge; South Campus: 11:30am in room (stop by the Welcome Center to get room assignment). The class for February is scheduled for Sunday, February 19. (West Campus 9am in RHS’s Teachers Lounge; South Campus: 11:30am in room (stop by the Welcome Center to get room assignment). West Campus Victory Walkers: You’re highly encouraged to attend the 10am service. To register for Ambassador’s class, visit getthevictory.org; navigate to News and Events, and select Event Registration. Thank you for your commitment to serve.
**NEW** Breakfast of Champions. The men of Victory invite ALL men to the first gathering of the new year! Mark your calendars to attend Saturday, Feb. 25@8:30am, at Golden Corral, 381 Brookview Lane in Bolingbrook. If you are a man who likes to hang out with real brothers who are open and honest, don’t miss this event! Be ready to “Step Up to Courageous Manhood.” This BYOM (Bring Your Own Money) event includes all you can eat/drink for $11. Questions? Contact the church office,
or email champions@victorycwc.org.
**NEW** The Crowned Jewels Women’s Ministry thanks the Victory family for all of its support throughout 2011. Because of your generosity, organizations such as the Angel Tree Ministry, Maria’s Shelter, the Pregnancy Resource Center of Joliet, and Hope Children’s Hospital, were blessed by your contributions. Your kindness and caring hearts made a tremendous difference in the lives of so many families!
**FREE GIFT!** First-time Guests: On behalf of Senior Pastor Rev. Smokie Norful, thank you for worshiping with us! Please complete the guest information card
(obtain one from an usher or the Welcome Center in the lobby) and take it to the Welcome Center after service. We want to give you a message on CD from our senior
pastor, Rev. Smokie Norful.
Women’s Bible Study: Women’s Bible Study takes place in room
107A at 11am every Sunday morning at our South Campus. You don’t want
to miss it!
Connect with Pastor Norful…Stay connected with Pastor Norful by following him on Twitter (@smokienorful) and Facebook (officialsmokienorful).
Word on the Go: Sermon CDs and MP3 downloads are $10. Purchase a V-Play flash drive, and all future MP3 downloads are $5 (on that drive only). V-Play flash drives are $20 and come pre-loaded with seven sermons. Go to the Media Center for details.
Church Office Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 9:30am – 5:30pm. The church office is closed Mondays. Office Number: 630.378.9172.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
West Campus Music Ministry is now recruiting for new voices! If you like to sing and can commit to weekly rehearsals, send an e-mail to music@victorycwc.org to express your interest.
West Campus: Ushers and Greeters. If you have a loving spirit and a willingness to connect with our members and guests, the Ushers and Greeters ministries are looking for you. To learn more, and become immediately involved, stop by the table in the lobby after service. You may also express your interest via email at usherandgreeters@victorycwc.org, or you call the church office.
Graphic Designers Needed. The Communications Department is looking for graphic designers who can create great looking designs for online and printed materials. If you are talented, high-energy, enthusiastic, and enjoy working on diverse projects, this might be the place for you! Skills using InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop are required. Express your interest by e-mailing media@victorycwc.org.
Media (Audio & Video) Ministry. Committed and dependable volunteers are needed to serve in the Media ministry at both campuses. No experience necessary…all you need is a willing heart and spirit to serve others. To get involved, e-mail media@ victorycwc.org, or call the church office.