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Global Impact Week

Christ Calls us to a Missional Lifestyle, but what does that look like today?


Global Impact Week is a unique opportunity for you to see, hear, and learn the importance of living out the Great Commission in your everyday life. There will be multiple opportunities to engage in events throughout the week, hear about Park’s efforts around the globe, and learn how you can get involved.

Below you'll find a schedule for the week, and an opportunity to register for as many events as you like.

Questions? Email us.

 

Sun, Nov 15

 

45+ Luncheon with Steve Zollar | 11am-12pm @Thalia Spice
Come hear from Steve Zollar, a CPA who will speak about unique financial opportunities with missions for 45+. Enjoy a three course meal at Thalia Spice, cost is $20+tip/gratuity.
Mon, Nov 16

 

Webinar: Engaging Muslims in Chicago | 12-1pm
Featuring Roy Oksnvad, director of Muslim Ministry at the Billy Graham Center, author of The Gospel for Islam: Reaching Muslims in North America

 

Connecting Vocation to Calling | 7-8:30PM @ Near North Campus Room 201 (2nd floor)
Allen Witkoski of Leadership Development Inc. and Rick Kinney, a consultant with Pioneers, will lead a discussion on connecting your vocation to your calling.
Tue, Nov 17

 

Turkish Cooking Class | 6:45-9pm ::CLASS FULL

Please register for our waiting list to find out the next time the class will be offered.

A great way to learn about culture is to engage with the food. A Turkish friend will open her home to give us a Turkish cooking lesson (open to women only for cultural reasons). Cost is $5 to cover food.
Wed, Nov 18

 

Webinar: The State of the Gospel in Turkey | 12-1 PM
Featuring J. Knox, Director of the International Turkey Network. Jayson’s primary responsibilities focus on advocacy for the work in Turkey.

 

Special Awana Night with Meri Kim Hime | 5:30-8:15 PM
Meri Kim will share with Park’s kids about her experience living in and teaching in Turkey.
Thur, Nov 19

 

Webinar: Women in Islam | 12-1 PM
Featuring Sue Patt, who currently equips people for micro-church planting amongst a major unreached people block. She helped pioneer the Perspectives on the World Christian Movement.

 

Just Life | 7 PM, Park Cafe
Andy Kampmann from EveryEthne Ministry will share on Pursuing God’s Agenda.
Fri, Nov 20

 

Taste of Albany Park | 6:45 PM-10PM, Meet at Kimball Brownline Stop
Immerse yourself with others into one of the most ethnically diverse Chicago neighborhoods:  Albany Park!  It is located in the center of Chicago’s  Northwest side and is a crossroads of Asian, European and Hispanic influences. We will  tour the neighborhood on foot, sampling three to five different restaurants while also visiting ethnic stores, bakeries, and a fish market! There are still spots available, so sign up now for this exciting evening now!
Sat, Nov 21

 

Heart of the City Bus Tour | 10 AM-2 PM
Join Dr. John Fuder and Vic Giustino on a bus tour  as they reveal the historical idiosyncrasies  and present day movements of God in some of the most culturally rich and diverse neighborhoods in Chicago.

 

Explore Little India (Devon Ave.) | 10AM-12PM, Patel Brothers Grocery Store, 2610 W. Devon Ave
Enjoy an interactive scavenger hunt which will lead you through a street worlds away from Michigan Ave.  Walk, learn and eat your way to understand the rich culture and diversity in one of Chicago’s neighborhoods.
Sun, Nov 22

 

2010 Missions Trip Info Meeting | Following All Services
Discover how you can get involved in short term missions this next year.  We will be discussing a variety of serving opportunities, and have something for everyone: single, marrieds, and families.  Whether this is your first step towards  missions or you have been part of a team before, we will have information for your next step in pursuing missions through Park.