Magnify Church

Calling all Magnify 1829'rs! Join us for a conference geared toward 18-25 year olds and their leaders ​​which emphasizes the gospel, the church, and the nations. Speakers include: John Piper, David Platt, Trip Lee, Kevin DeYoung, and many more. The conference will include main talks, panels, testimonies, topical breakouts, and praise and worship. For more information check out magnifychurch.org/events
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Partnering together as a family: TEXT TEN
At Magnify, our Benevolent fund is the tool with which God allows us to step in and help those in need from our church family and the community. This past Sunday at all three of our campuses we took up a special offering to refill that fund. We want to thank you for your generosity! If you missed this on Sunday and are interested in giving, text the word TEN to 616-433-2011 and follow the prompts to give.

This Fall, Ensley and Northview each have opportunities for students to connect, reflect, and grow together. With time away in the beautiful Michigan fall wilderness, students will be in the perfect place to unplug and to be transformed by God’s word, Spirit, and people. Visit our Events page for more information and to register for the retreats!

At Magnify, worship is one of our six values and is a big part of who we are as a church. Gratitude for God’s redemptive work through Jesus fuels passionate worship for God every day of the week. Sunday is unique – it is when we humbly lay down our agendas and open our hearts to meet with God and His people. We meet corporately to pray, worship and learn from the Bible. This practice helps us align our story with God’s story. Meeting Sunday prepares us to worship God every day, in every aspect of our lives.
Join us this Sunday, October 13th at 5:30pm for our Fall Praise Service as we worship together as a church body!
Visit us at any of our campuses, watch online, or visit our website to learn more about Magnify Church.

We have a great opportunity to come together as a church family to focus on Jesus during these difficult days. This Sunday, October 13th at 5:30pm, our Praise Service day will point us toward Jesus who knows our need, offers us His presence and provision, and is worthy to receive our praise. Kids @ Magnify will be provided for Birth-Age 3.

Invite your friends and family to our Fall Theatre Outreach!
We are thrilled to be presenting one of the most beloved and successful musicals of all times! Fiddler on the Roof is filled with heartwarming familiar music, family values, great humor in the midst of tensions, and incredible iconic characters. Bring the whole family to experience this endearing, enduring tale. To life, love and laughter!
Nov. 7-10
More info and tickets at DRAMASEATS.COM

There are the many ways to stay up to date and connect with Magnify Church such as our Weekly News updating you every week what is happening around the church, the Online Bulletin that gives you the dates and information to remember, the Magnify Church App so you can stream live and past teachings at your convenience, as well as here on Facebook and Instagram! You can visit our Get Connected page on our website to learn more! magnifychurch.org/get-connected/

Austria Missions Trip 2024
Sixteen Magnify adults traveled to Austria to serve our Global Partners Tim and Rebecca Hawkins. Each day they served three meals a day to 145 adults attending a conference.They made the meals, washed dishes, and did all sorts
of clean up, including cleaning all 37 bathrooms at the Castle Conference Center! The kids team provided programming for 30 children while the adults attended the conference. They started each day at 6am and didn’t quit until after 9:30pm. Thank you for giving to support the Hawkins’ work overseas as they work to share the gospel! Visit our Outreach page to learn more about Magnify’s Local and Global Partners. magnifychurch.org/outreach/

RELATE
Real means authentic. No masks. Honest talk about who we are and our need for redemption to encourage each other. Though made for relationships, we abandon God, hurt each other, hide in shame. Sin. Jesus is our only hope. In Him we are new. His way is openness, healing, transformation, and service as His followers connect deeply with Him and each other. Change occurs within community by the Spirit as we speak the truth in love, honor one another, and extend care. Transformation leads to service – the outward focus.
Relationships are an important value to Magnify Church, which is why we offer small groups for all ages. If you are interested in learning more about Magnify’s groups and ministries, go to magnifychurch.org and get connected.

Baptism Sunday was an exciting and encouraging time as 74 people got baptized on the shores of Lake Michigan! Together as a church family, we got to cheer on those who are made their faith in Jesus Christ public through baptism! Visit Magnify Church's SmugMug to view the rest of the pictures!magnifychurch.smugmug.com/All-church/Beach-Baptism-2024

Both Men and Women’s Bible Studies are launching this September at Magnify! Check out the ministry pages on our website for more information and to sign up!

Join us for a special Labor Day Weekend teaching at each of our campuses, “Whatever You Do” from Colossians 3:17-4:1. Have a good holiday weekend and hope to see you Sunday!

We invite all women from all walks of life to join us for a casual brunch to fellowship and learn what Women’s Ministry is offering this year. This event is Open House style. Come and be fed. There is always a place for you at the table. Visit magnifychurch.org/event/come-to-the-table to register!

Alaska Mission Trip 2024
A few weeks ago twenty-six 1829ers headed up to Tanalian Bible camp to minister to 51 middle schoolers, doing everything from counseling, cooking, maintenance, programming, speaking, and worship. It’s a privilege to be able to communicate the Gospel in an area of our country where there is very little or no Gospel witness in some of the villages that the kids come from. This trip disciples our young adults in leading and loving in articulating their faith and continuing to serve faithfully, even when it’s difficult and exhausting.
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West Virginia 2024
This past week 85 middle school students went to Ace Adventure Resort in West Virginia as they spent time in God’s creation. They spent time with old friends, made new ones, leaned on God as they stretched their comfort zones, and learned from God’s Word every night under the glowing night of the stars. They studied Ephesians and looked at how wide and long and high and deep the love of Christ is to us, and how His love gives us worth and the ability to “Fight the good fight of the faith”.

When you are baptized it is a loud statement that you follow Jesus. You were dead in your sin, but now alive because of the cross of Christ. His sacrifice. Your acceptance. A new life emerges.
Let’s join together as a church family to cheer on those who are making their faith in Jesus Christ public through baptism August 25th at Maranatha Conference Grounds. It is an exciting and encouraging time that you will want to put on your calendar. The celebration includes baptism stories and worship. For more information: magnifychurch.org/event/unashamed-beach-baptism/

Let’s get together and float the river on August 10th. We’ll use kayaks, canoes, and SUP. Bring your own or let us know if you need one and we’ll coordinate to be sure you don’t just have to swim! Lunch will be provided. Visit magnifychurch.org/event/guys-nights-out/2024-08-10/ to register for this event!

One of our core values at Magnify if to grow in truth and continue to learn from the Bible. You can watch online with us if you can’t be with us in person.
Did you know you can access our teaching slides every week? There is even a spot to take notes! Just open our app or website, go to teachings, choose your campus, and that week’s teaching will be at the top of the list. You can also click Slides/Notes and follow along.

Join us August 4th, 6pm at the Garden Club Park in Downtown Rockford for Praise in the Park! You are invited to join us to worship our Creator in the beauty of nature. Come and lift your praise in this gathering with friends and neighbors in the heart of our community! Please bring a lawn chair or blanket.

Tetons 2024
Hiking in the mountains was quite the majestic experience for the 124 high schoolers and leaders, who lived for a week in the Tetons wilderness, and spent time becoming more in love with Jesus. Each small group of hikers spent time daily beholding God’s glory around and within. Students were invited to see spaces in their lives where more of God’s glory and beauty could take hold. They were challenged through their fatigue and discomfort to learn humility and selflessness, as well as to gain traction in their walk with Christ.

Join us Sunday July 21st 6-7pm, to watch the KWAC 2024 performance: A Not so Terrible Parable. Snacks start at 5:30pm!