The Ark International Church

Thursday, September 29, 2005

Operation Reach the Beach


Operation Reach the Beach
With the Pastor’s leadership, we have developed a plan to reach our first targeted neighborhood.  We will be starting in Manteo.

Canvass the Neighborhood
Saturday, October 8th at 11:00 AM
We need you help canvassing the neighborhood with flyers about our Sidewalk Celebration.  We need help knocking on doors, driving supply vehicles, picking up trash and organizing materials.  

Remind the Neighborhood
Friday, October 14th at 6:00 PM
We will again be knocking on doors and picking up trash.  We will be giving a postcard to serve as reminder of Sidewalk Celebration, which can also be redeemed for a package of candy at our Sidewalk Celebration.

Reach the Neighborhood
Saturday, October 15th at 9:00 AM
We will be doing a Sidewalk Celebration at 11:00 in the neighborhood.  We will be serving lunch as well as passing out a 100 bags of groceries on this day.  This is the beginning of our efforts to reach this community.

Coming Soon
Love the Neighborhood
Bus the Neighborhood

Sign up Today in the Church Foyer!
Or Contact Pastor Joey Hartman.





Tuesday, September 27, 2005

Movie Premier Release - October 21 & 22

The Ark will sponsor a free premier movie release, from the best-selling novel Left Behind: World at War starring Kirk Cameron and Academy Award winner Lou Gossett Jr. This release will not be seen in theatres! The showing of this film will take place on Friday, Oct. 21st and Saturday, Oct. 22nd at 7pm. Because the film is rated PG-13 for violence, the church will offer activities on Friday evening for students in grades 1-5 for $5 per child. On Saturday, free childcare is offered for all ages. This movie will also be shown in Spanish Subtitles. ( Se presentare con subtitulos en espanol.) For more information, please contact Jim Paisley at (252) 441-5182 or jpaisley@ark-intl.org

Color of Truth Tour

A concert series sponsored by Raise the Praise and Ark Student Ministries will be held on Saturday, October 8th in the Family Life Center.  The concert will include interactive progressive worship by bands Straight N Narrow and the Gregory Project.  Though the target age group is teens, all ages are welcomed to attend.  Concert starts at 8pm.  Though admission is free, a love offering will be taken.

Wednesday, September 14, 2005

Life Development Classes Offered

The Ark International Church is glad to present 3 Life Development Classes beginning on Sunday, September 25th.   Each class will run for 6 weeks.  The classes offered are as follows:

  1. Class 101 – Introduction to Membership.  This class will give an understanding of the purposes, vision, and strategy of our church.  The class will also cover the basic tenants of the faith, including how to become a member of the Ark International Church.

  2. Class 201 – Introduction to Spiritual Maturity.  This class will define Spiritual Maturity and what it should be in the life of the believer.  This class will also help develop good spiritual habits.  A great class for those advancing from Class 101 or just a great refresher course!

  3. Class 210 – Helpful Insight For Parenting.  This class will be taught by a Parent who’s been there, done that – both good & bad.  This class will give an overview of Christian Parenting from a Biblical and Practical point-of-view.  This a great class for Parents Present and Parents to be!


To Register for these classes you can:  Sign-up in Church Foyer, Call (252) 441-5182, or email.

Kids Impact Weekend - 9/17/05

This Saturday, September 17th, The Ark International Church will be hosting Kids Impact Weekend.  This event is for students in 1st through 5th grades and begins at 9am.  Kids Impact will be held in the Family Life Center.  The day will consist of Worship, Training, and Fun.  Lunch will be served on the grounds.  Kids are encouraged to bring a towel, swimsuit, sun block, and a water gun.  The day will conclude at 4pm.  Cost for this event is $8 for students in our community and $5 for students who attend our church.  For more information contact Children’s Pastor, Mrs. Erin Hartman at (252) 441-5182 or email.

Thursday, September 08, 2005

Game of Softball

We will be playing Softball on our Field on Saturday, September 17 at 3pm.  This time of Fun is for ages 13 and older.  To sign-up, contact Pastor Jim Paisley at (252) 441-5182 or email.    

Middle & Senior Adult Pancake Dinner

A great evening of dining and a special concert by ‘Step of Faith’ will be held on Friday, September 23rd at the Family Life Center at 6PM.  This event is for Adults over 50 years old and is free!  For more information or free tickets contact Pastor Joey Hartman at (252) 441-5182 or pastorjoey@ark-intl.org

Friday, September 02, 2005

SuperConference 2005

The annual SuperConference held at Liberty University is taking place on October 2nd through October 5th 2005.  Guest speakers will include:  Jerry Falwell, Tim LaHaye, Franklin Graham, and Charles Stanley.  Registration is free for a limited time.  To take advantage of this great opportunity, you must contact the church office by September 11th, 2005 by email or by phone (441-5182).  For more information see www.superconference.us

Hero Sunday on 9/11/05

On Sunday, September 11, 2005 during the 11AM Service we will be showing our appreciation to our Community’s Public Safety Workers.  Join us as we honor our real heroes!