Steve & Nancy Huerd Cru Phone: 651-592-6576 Website: www.give.cru.org/0392804 Address: 4806 Lakes Edge Lane Kissimmee, FL 34744 Birthday: Steve: September 25 Nancy: January 31 Mission Focus One of the greatest challenges of being a missionary is trusting God to provide all your financial needs. Steve devotes most of his time to leading this critical area in coaching our new and senior staff to ensure they are fully funded and financially faithful. He is also very involved in the HR side of ministry, helping shepherd and develop our staff to their fullest potential. A blessing is being able to send full-time workers to locations nationally and abroad that we will never be able to visit or see. Nancy's mission focus: Cru High School summer assignment coordinator, application evaluator, staff care and assisting where needed. All are opportunities to be used by God to bless, serve and assist our High School staff in helping to reach teenagers with the gospel, but they also can be challenging in hard situations. Testimony Steve's Testimony Growing up in Minnesota, I did not attend church and was sincerely searching for the truth. During my sophomore year in high school, I became a Christ follower as the result of a large outreach presented by Student Venture (Cru’s High School Ministry). I became a student leader in this movement, reaching many of my peers with the gospel. Because God had changed my life so much, instinctively, I knew God had called me to join Cru even before graduating from high school. Nancy's Testimony I grew up going to church. In second grade, I told our pastor I wanted to become a Christian and be baptized. My real motivation was because my best friend had done it and I wanted to be like her. However, something was always missing, so I put much effort into excelling in grades, sports, being a good person and thought this would please God. However, as a junior in high school we lost the state basketball championship and God used that to humble me and see my need for Him. The next day I went forward at my church saying I wanted to rededicate my life to God, but this is really when I became a Christian. Later as an adult while attending Grace Community Chapel, I realized I needed to get baptized as a true believer in the Lord. I was baptized by Pastor Miller. Previous Scott & Jayne Cuidon Global Missionary Counseling Next Jon & Tammy Junker Church Planters (France)

What is Missions at GCC? OUR MISSIONARIES SHORT-TERM CHANGE FOR CHANGE GIVE NEWSLETTER More | | | | GCC Global exists to proclaim Jesus to unreached people groups around the world. We do this through regular financial support of our missionaries, as well as monthly giving events we call “Change For Change.” Our goal is to equip indigenous people within unreached people groups to spread the gospel, plant churches, and enable ongoing ministry in areas who have little-to-no access to the Word of God. MEET OUR MISSIONARIES How Can I Get Involved? GIVE Ongoing Financial Support: When you give online you can designate a portion to the missions program. GIVE ONLINE Change for Change: Specified missions need collected through the month (changes monthly) Check out this Month's Change for Change Campaign! GO Short Term Missions GCC - Short Term Missions: Every year, we sponsor a number of short-term missions in which many members of our congregation engage. In addition to GCC-sponsored trips, our members are involved in a variety of missions efforts, both near and far. Find out more and see upcoming events at the link below! SHORT-TERM MISSIONS PRAY Jesus said "therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” (Matt 9:38) Pray for our Missionaries listed on our website. Use the Operation World website to pray for specific countries. Join our Missions Newsletter Missions Newsletter Do you have a heart for missions? If you are a member or regular attender of Grace Community Chapel, you can receive regular reports from missionaries we support SIGNUP FOR THE MISSIONS REPORT Missions Newsletter

Sharing Jesus {without freaking out} The Sharing Jesus Workshop Does sharing your faith seem intimidating? Like there’s too much to remember and so much pressure to get it just right? Do you feel a huge responsibility to share your faith with others, yet feel guilty for rarely, if ever, actually doing it? If you’re like most Christians, then your answer to one or most of these questions would probably be yes. In this seasonal workshop, we will take time each week to learn and practice simple strategies for sharing Jesus with our lost friends, neighbors, and acquaintances in a judgement and shame-free setting. This class will be a launching pad for upcoming outreach activities here at Grace, so be on the lookout for the next workshop in the Fall! The Outreach Path Step 1: Get Trained Step 2: Get Involved Step 3: Take Initiative Throughout the year we offer the Sharing Jesus Workshop for those who are looking to enhance their evangelical skills. These interactive workshops help prepare you for the real focus of Step 2. We have several events with various purposes and focus here at GCC. Many of these events include opportunities to share your faith with people in our community while we simultaneously serve them through physical, or "felt," needs. Become a leader of a workshop or service event! We're all about equipping people who equip people, and we would love for that to be you! TAKE YOUR FIRST STEP Classes are offered all year! Click the button below to see which classes are currently being offered. Find a Class

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Awana What is Awana? Awana is a ministry focused on providing Bible-based evangelism and discipleship for ages 3 through 12th grade . As the global leader in child and youth discipleship, Awana gives children the opportunity to know, love, and serve Jesus, no matter their background. Each week, your child will be challenged to memorize Scripture and spiritual truths. There’s also a great time of fun and games. Don’t miss this opportunity for your child to learn more about God’s Word! Schedule: Thursday nights from 6:30PM - 8:30PM 2025 Start Dates: Leader Orientation: August 21 First Club Night: August 28 CLUBBER & VOLUNTEER REGISTRATION Club Overview Cubbies 3 and 4 Year Olds Cubbies® celebrates the spiritual potential of preschoolers (3-4 year olds) by helping them develop respect for God, His Son and His Word. Participants must be 3 years old by July 31 of the current year and be fully toilet trained. Sparks K-2nd Grade Sparks® ignites the curiosity of early elementary-age kids to learn about the people and events of the Bible, building a foundation of wisdom for knowing Christ. Sparks is divided into three years, each with a unique rank: HangGlider®, WingRunner® and SkyStormer™. T&T 3rd-6th Grade T&T engages third-through sixth-graders by answering their questions about God and the Bible, guiding them through this pivotal life stage to grow in Christ’s grace. T&T is comprised of four different handbooks: Grace in Action: Examine the character and nature of God, information about the Bible and who Jesus is, and a better understanding of grace. Evidence of Grace: Understand fundamental Christian beliefs, including the character and nature of God and the redemption narrative. Agents of Grace: Study the attributes of God, the importance of biblical theology and the seven “I AM” statements of Jesus Christ from the Gospel of John. Discovery of Grace: Discover the meaning of God’s grace and how it affects our lives by exploring attributes of God, why God gave us the Bible, Jesus’ death and resurrection, and the fruits of the Spirit in Galatians 5:22-23. Trek 7th and 8th Grade Trek has biblically rich content with practical application for students' lives, helping them to answer these three important questions: Who am I?, Why am I here?, and Who’s with me?. Journey 9th and 12th Grade Journey establishes high school students as lifelong disciples through a deep study of God’s word, mobilizing them to live with godly perspective and evident faith. Student Resources Leader Tutorials

Change For Change "Change for Change" is a monthly program designed to provide assistance to our missionaries during critical times and to fund projects aimed at enhancing the worldwide spread of the gospel. November Change for Change The Greatest Journey (Samaritan's Purse) GCC has participated in Operation Christmas Child (OCC) for many years and was recently recognized by Samaritan’s Purse for being a community drop-off center for ten years. This year, we’d like to take that commitment even further. When children receive a shoebox, they are invited to return for a discipleship program called The Greatest Journey. In this program, children learn how to follow Christ and share Him with others. As they do, entire families and communities are transformed by the power of the Gospel, and new churches are planted. While the shipping and processing costs are covered with each shoebox donation, The Greatest Journey requires an additional donation and not everyone who packs a shoebox is able to contribute. The November Change for Change offering will go to Samaritan’s Purse to help cover the cost of The Greatest Journey for children around the world. The cost is only $6 per child. We believe everyone, including kids, can take part in this month’s Change for Change offering. Families might consider inviting their children to contribute a portion of their allowance, take on small acts of service, or even brainstorm creative ways to set aside $6 together. However you choose to participate, your gift will help another child begin The Greatest Journey. If you'd like to give, you can donate online by using the link below. You can make a Difference. We invite you to partner with us in standing by our missionaries and demonstrating our unwavering support through this donation opportunity. DONATE NOW! 2024 CHANGE for CHANGE Through your generous missions giving, we accomplished so much this year! We helped fund a camp for orphans and widows in Ukraine, provided a new washer for the Barkers, supported ministry-related travel expenses for many of our missionaries and trusted partners, and blessed each of our missionaries with an end-of-year bonus. These are just a few ways GCC has been a part of God's global work in 2024. Thank you for your prayers and support. We look forward with excitement to all He will do in 2025! HIGHLIGHTS: January February March April May June July August September October November $3,291 $4,670 $5,145 $3,906 $4,229 $4,274 $5,489 $5,298 $13,315 $3,193 $3,193 Al Hayat Ministry to Muslims Training pastors in Zambia Undisclosed missionary with moving expenses Solar panels for Bible translators in Brazil Irwins evangelistic art gallery during Paris Olympics Revells moving back to Hungary Righteous Rides Central Asia Training Center Christmas in September Zumack's retirement 2025 short term trips Total: over $51,000 Thank You For Your Generosity These endeavors vividly illustrate GCC's active involvement in God's global mission this year. Your prayers and support have been invaluable, and we eagerly anticipate witnessing the wonders He will unfold in 2024!

Where: Camp Barnabas | Purdy, MO About Camp Barnabas: Camp Barnabas is a ministry in Southwest Missouri dedicated to providing a unique Christian summer camp experience to individuals with special needs, their siblings, and youth from across the United States. It’s a summer full of fishing, canoeing, archery, ziplining, swimming, mini-golf, and so much more. We want our Campers to have a summer just like everyone else because, for most of the year, our Campers are on the outside. They spend their year adapting and making modifications to their lives and routines in order to function in the world around them. At Camp Barnabas, we want our Campers to feel limitless. We want to create a place where they can feel the freedom to be who they were designed to be. When: June 27-July 3, 2026. How much: $350-$400 SIGNUP

Emily Rezek Greater Europe Mission (France) Phone: 800 436 4488 Links: info@gemission.com gemission.org Address: TEAM PO Box 969 Wheaton, IL 60187-0969 Birthday: November 5 Mission Focus Currently the majority of my ministry is at the FEU (Foyer Évangélique Universitaire), a non- denominational Christian association for university students. Here we seek to share the gospel with as many students as possible, as well as to disciple and train believers and to connect them to local churches. A challenge for us is to continue to find creative ways to reach out to the 100,000+ students in Lille! But we’ve seen that the university years are often a time when students are more open spiritually and seeking answers to life’s big questions. Pray for us as we interact with these students, and for their hearts to be receptive to the truth. Testimony My mother first introduced me to Christ and began taking me to church at a young age, where I learned that God created me, loved me, and wanted a relationship with me—but that was impossible because of my sin. The only way to be reconciled to God was through Jesus Christ, God made flesh, who paid my debt on the cross and rose again, defeating sin forever! At age 7, after Vacation Bible School, I made the decision to follow Jesus, and I’ve never regretted it! I know that without Christ in my life, I would be a misguided, self-serving, and unloving sinner. I’ve seen God’s faithfulness to me throughout my life, and every day he continues to teach me new truths about his love and purpose for me. He has given me a new life, and my desire is to use this life to honor him. Previous Mark & Jodi Revell International Field W orker Trainers Next Amy Scott SIM (Serving in Missions)

Outreach Ministry Get involved "You are the salt of the earth, but if salt has lost its taste, how shall its saltiness be restored?" ~Jesus Outreach Strategy "What do you want me to do for you?" Jesus frequently led out with this question. As we approach our community, we look for areas of felt-need that we can address as a church. Where are we focused? "So that you may know that The Son of Man has the power to forgive sins ..." But He didn't stop there. Jesus always paired His physical blessings with His Spiritual power. We train our members to competently work the message of salvation into daily conversation. Sharing Jesus "...Pick up your bed and walk." The Kingdom is advancing in St. Charles County. We invite you to join us as we make a difference in our community. Serve Location Our Neighborhood Location Our City Location Our County Where are we focused? Contact Daniel Maasen - Director Of Outreach Name Email Message Submit Want to get involved?

Tithes & Offerings THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY Give Online This safe and flexible option is the easiest way to give at Grace Community Chapel! This method allows you to schedule a recurring or one-time gift charged to either your debit or credit card or bank account. Here you can easily manage your giving amount and specify where the funds should be applied. GIVE NOW Worried about the fees? Don't be! Our giving platform has some of the lowest processing fees and if you are giving by ACH your total donation is only subject to a $0.25 processing fee. 0% + $0.25 per ACH bank transfer donation 2.15% + $0.30/donation for credit and debit card donations Other Ways to Give By Mail Grace Community Chapel 7661 Mexico Rd. St. Peters, MO 63376 In Person Look for our donation boxes through out the concourse and the worship center. Text Text your donation amount to 84321 to initiate an online donation. Frequently Asked Questions Q: Do I need to have an account for online giving? A: No. You may give online with credit, debit or ACH transfer . Q: Can I designate my giving when I give online? A: Yes. Use the "Add Donation" button to designate to the following funds: General Fund (Tithes and Offerings – for ongoing church ministries, utilities, mortgage, furnishings, operating expenses and salaries) Missions Fund – for support of Missionaries and Missions Projects throughout the world Benevolence Fund – for helping members and friends who may be in need, and benevolence Change for Change - for a specified missions need collected through the month (changes monthly) All funds received are given with the understanding that our church leadership has full discretion and responsibility for distribution. Q: Can I set up an automatic recurring donation? A: Yes, select "Regularly" under the "Frequency" drop down menu. Q: What fees are associated with online giving? A: There are no fees charged to you, the giver. 100% of the amount you donate is tax deductible. Grace Community Chapel pays: 2.15% + $0.30/donation for credit and debit card donations 0% + $0.25 per ACH bank transfer donation Q: Is online giving secure? A: Yes. Stripe is PCI compliant . To be PCI compliant, they must follow set standards for securing payment information throughout a transaction. These requirements are designed to ensure that they process, store, or transmit credit card information maintain a secure environment. Grace Community Chapel does not receive any personal credit card or bank account information. Q: What if I need additional help with online giving? A: Please call the church office at 636-970-1311 . GIVE NOW