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Weekend Service Guide

A Friend of Sinners - Luke 5:27-32

November 1, 2025 • Josh Lindstrom

Sermon Points:

A Friend of Sinners - Luke 5:27-32

The Story of Jesus: Kingdom & Power - A Friend of Sinners

1. Jesus Notices the Overlooked. Luke 5:27a

2. Jesus Calls the Unlikely. Luke 5:27b-28

3. Jesus Parties with the Outcast. Luke 5:29

4. Jesus Frustrates the Self-Righteous. Luke 5:30

5. Jesus Came to Save Sinners. Luke 5:31-32

Songs:

Jesus Did It
Isaac Robinson, Kailah Thomas, and Kristin Black

The Lord Will Provide
CCLI #7227727 | Brett Younker, Chris Davenport, and Jess Cates

Crowns Down
CCLI #7222828 | Christine D'Clario, Josh Baldwin, Mark Harris, and Zac Rowe

Living Hope
© 2017 Bethel Music Publishing | CCLI Song # 7106807 -- CCLI License # 420630

Opportunities

NIGHT OF WORSHIP

Let’s lift up God’s name together! We gather on the second Wednesday each month at the Rockrimmon campus at 6:30 PM for a church-wide night of worship and prayer. Join us on November 12, as we proclaim the story of God’s rescuing love in song. We’ll remind one another of who He is and what He’s done to bring us new life. As God’s people, we’ll listen to His voice and respond to His presence.

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MEETING THE NOVEMBER NEED

In November, it’s possible that 85,000 people in El Paso County will be affected by the federal government freeze on monthly SNAP benefits. In addition, many federal employees are being impacted by furloughs.

Some families will face a choice between groceries, rent or utilities.

To help meet this need as a church community, we’re coming alongside local partner organizations that focus on food insecurity, including Crossfire Ministries, Tri-Lakes Cares, and Mercy’s Gate. Here are two ways you can respond, and help remind those in need that there are people who care and there’s a God who loves them:

- Donate the ingredients for a Thanksgiving basket, to provide a family with a nutritious, flavorful thanksgiving meal. Drop off your items at our campus this weekend or next. Get the list of needed items and more info HERE.

- Give to Woodmen's LoveWell fund. This fund is here to meet tangible needs in the Pikes Peak region and beyond. It’s a catalyst for the ways we serve and support ministries and organizations offering practical care for neighbors in need. If you’re in a position to contribute, you can GIVE HERE.

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HOPE BEYOND BORDERS

God’s kingdom is bigger than any borders and we want to be a people who share the hope of Jesus around the world. In 2026 we’re sending out short-term teams of men and women to serve in places including Estonia, Nicaragua, Montana, and Uzbekistan. To learn more about the trip dates, cost, ministry area, etc., come to our 2026 informational trip meeting on Sunday, November 9, at 3 PM at our Rockrimmon Campus. Will you pray and ask the Lord if this is your year to go?

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ABLE: Hope for the Future. Love for the City.

Through God’s grace, our new Woodmen campus is blessing people in the heart of the Springs. This fall, new opportunities are kicking off downtown. From a new Saturday night service, to Third Thursday for young adults, to ASL translation, to Senior Adult ministry, people are being welcomed into community and into the hope of Jesus. Praise God! This was made possible through your faithful prayers, service and financial support of the ABLE initiative. Exciting things are in store as we continue to grow this downtown hub for kingdom community.

Able is also designed to eliminate all Woodmen debt by 2028. From increasing the reach of current, life-changing ministries, to launching innovative opportunities, Able will multiply our gospel impact for decades to come at every Woodmen campus, across our city and beyond! In just the first eight months of Able, the people of Woodmen have already contributed $2,300,000 toward the $10,000,000 goal. We’re grateful for your generosity! To find out more about Able, and how you can play a part, click below.

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52 STORIES

Each of us has a story. This year, as a church community, we’re diving deep into the story of Jesus and how He changes our lives. We’re calling it a Year of Story, and we’re sharing 52 stories from the Woodmen community. Watch this week’s story video to find out how Jesus transformed Brielle’s life, even in the midst of loss and heartache.

Story Of The Week

WOODMEN WELCOME

Have you attended a Woodmen Welcome? Whether you're new to Woodmen or a long-timer, we'd love to have you join us! You'll get to know campus staff and leaders and hear about our vision, values and beliefs as a church community. You'll have a chance to explore next steps to get involved and make Woodmen feel more like home. And there's ample time for Q&A. Our next Woodmen Welcome is Sunday, November 9, at 11 AM. We hope to see you there!

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CONNECT GROUPS

Want to get more connected with others at Woodmen? Maybe you attend weekend services and you’re already in a community group, but you’re looking for like-minded people who share your passion for something like hiking or pickleball. That's where Connect Groups come in – these are casual get-togethers in homes or out in the community. Click below to check out groups that are meeting this fall!

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WOODMEN STUDENTS

Our Woodmen Students team is here to help young people understand how much God loves them. Our leaders build relationships with students, to listen and encourage them in a faith that lasts a lifetime. Students, we know your life isn’t easy. We’d love to hear your story and help you connect with the bigger story God is writing through you. We have a place for you! We want you to know you’re created on purpose by the God who loves in you. To find out more, click below.

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WOODMEN KIDS

Every kid is a big deal at Woodmen! That’s why we’re loving well and seeing Christ change the lives of boy and girls. From weekend gatherings, to AWANA on Wednesday nights, to special events, you’ll find all kinds of fun and safe ways for boys and girls to discover the God of the Bible. Parents, we’d love to connect with you and talk about how your child can thrive at Woodmen Kids!

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Need Prayer?

At Woodmen, we believe prayer is effective. Whatever you're going through we want to come alongside you in prayer. Click below to submit a prayer request.

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GIVING WITH GRATITUDE

Thanks to your generous giving, life-changing ministry is happening every week through Woodmen. Your investment in the gospel is sharing hope around the Pikes Peak region and across the globe. Here’s a stewardship update as of October 26, 2025:

Year-to-date budget (fiscal year beginning October 1, 2025):	$ 981,671
Year-to-date general tithes and offerings:	$ 936,650
Shortfall:	$ 45,021

We’re grateful to the Lord for all He provides! We’re monitoring expenses closely to ensure a solid foundation to sustain the ongoing work of ministry. Is God calling you to participate financially in the ways He is moving through Woodmen? You can give online or when the basket is passed during today’s service. Online giving is a great way to follow through with your commitment to give regularly to the Lord.

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