A recap from Rodney Anderson’s “In & Out” talk in 10 sentences: 

1. We all have felt the pain of being the person left out.
2. It can be frustrating to wish you weren’t on the outside of something you desperately wished you were on the inside of
3. Not only do we know the feeling, but we can still feel it.
4. We feel that someone saw you as not quite good enough, smart enough, talented enough, strategic enough, cool enough, pretty enough, rich enough, or business savvy enough to be in.
5. But we also know what it’s like to be on the inside.
6. Being out is awful.
7. Being in is amazing.
8. Many people have had a bad church experience because they showed up and they never felt in, at church.
9. Church is the place where all of us should fit.
10. We can’t keep anyone out that Jesus invited in and he invited EVERYONE

Missed this weeks message? Listen to it here

Jeff

My name is Kristen Court, and I work with your preschoolers in Waumba Land. One of my favorite things about working in

Waumba Land, other than how cute all your kids are, is getting to hear their developing and often hysterical perspectives on the

world around them. In celebration of our Gwinnett Church dads, I asked some of my favorite GC kids why they love their dads! So here it is, straight from the mouths of babes:

“I love my daddy because he is nice and works hard to put a roof over our heads.”

“I love daddy because he is super awesome and he loves every kind of food and I love him cause of a reason and the reason is he always gives me knuckles and cuddles. And we always sometimes go bike riding. He is the best daddy ever.”

“I love my dad because he is funny, sweet, kind and takes care of me. He also works very hard for us. And because he was baptized with me!”

“I love my daddy because he has the best voice in the world and he give me cuddles when I am sick and he works really hard for us. And I love to dance with him to Beauty and the Beast. And he is like super awesome man. But super awesome man wears blue underwear on the outside of his pants and daddy does not do that.”

It is obvious, even to the littlest members of Gwinnett Church, that our dads are worth celebrating. They’ve got a hard job. They have to cut the grass, make the Saturday morning pancakes just right, keep all boys away from their daughters, be examples of men for their sons, and last, but certainly not least, be an earthly representation of our Heavenly Father.

The fathers of Gwinnett Church are doing just that. It’s incredible to see how kids will follow the examples set by the worship leaders, small group leaders, and volunteers of our church. They set an example not only for their own kids, but for every kid that walks through our doors on a Sunday. I’m so thankful to be serving in a place where I can so clearly see the evidence of our Heavenly Father among the service of the men at our church. That is so worth celebration!

I personally have been blessed with an incredible father who can laugh with me, cry with me, and at times, when I’m really sweet, go shopping with me. My favorite way to celebrate my dad is through letters. I love telling him about the impact he has made and continues to make on my life. His loyalty, perseverance, and steadfast heart have crafted in me a desire for a deep and personal relationship with Christ. I don’t say it enough, but I’m extremely grateful for him. However, what dad doesn’t love a gift-wrapped present? If you’re looking for another way to celebrate your dad, here is what we’re giving away in Waumba Land and UpStreet!

So, to all the dads and men of Gwinnett Church, thank you for serving. Thank you for leading by example. Thank you for making an impact in the life of our church. Happy Father’s Day!

How are you celebrating the men in your lives this Father’s Day?

This summer UpStreet is heading to the beach! We’ve got surf boards, tiki huts, and LOTS of fun but most importantly we are teaching kids that God is always with them.

We are also selling kids t-shirts for $5 while supplies last! Don’t miss out!

So put on your favorite flip flops, grab your sunglasses and meet us at the Big Beach Bash!

Check out the pictures below to see the Big Beach Bash at Gwinnett!

Sarah Carroll

UpStreet Director

A recap from Clay Scroggins “Boring Church” sermon in 10 sentences: 

1. We all have felt bored at church at one point or another
2. Being bored at church can be dangerous
3. The longer we endure church, the more likely we are to endure God
4. The nature of our relationship with God goes from exciting to enduring
5. God is a relationship to enjoy, not to endure
6. If we are not enjoying God, something is not right
7. We can enjoy God because of His Grace
8. We can enjoy God with prayer, quiet time, small groups, serving, and giving
9. Challenge yourself to enjoy God
10. Change your scenery to see God differently

Missed this weeks message? Listen to it here.

Jeff

Thank you for partnering with us in these early days and we look forward to continuing to see God change lives in our community.

Nick and Kevin’s Baptisms from Gwinnett Church on Vimeo.

And finally, we got back together on Sunday to celebrate Kevin Coyne and Nick Kaiser’s baptisms among many other great things that happened last night.  Since many of you hash-tagged your instagrams, tweets and other social media with #FORGwinnett we now have a fun collection of memories from the weekend that you can see here. Click the link, enjoy and thanks for being #FORGwinnett.

Hey Gwinnett Church!

We are getting ready for Food Truck Friday down at Suwanee Town Center this Friday night at 7:00 p.m.

Grab a blanket, invite your friends and family, and join us for live music with Nathan Angelo, and Funk Sandwich. We also have amazing prizes to give away and tons of fun planned for the kids!

Comment below for a chance to win gift cards to Big Peach Running Company, Mellow Mushroom, and Yogli Mogli!

See you Friday!