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Welcome to Fellowship Potsdam Church Current Worship Service Sermon Series: In depth study of the book of John Time of Service: 10:30 ONE BIG FAMILY New Around here? Us too! We started meeting together in February of 2022 to create a family of believers who like to spend time together. Jesus Christ is our leader and under his leadership we enjoy spending Sunday morning in singing praise, receiving instruction from the Bible, and praying for one another. We are an international community of who use English as our common language.

Giving Giving is an act of worship that was established long ago in the history of God's relationship to Israel. Today, the opportunity continues to be a way to participate in the work God is doing through the local church and contributes towards the expense of maintaining a place to worship and is essentially a part of our worship. Corinthians 9:6–8 (NKJV): 6 But this I say: He who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows bountifully will also reap bountifully. 7 So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver. 8 And God is able to make all grace abound toward you, that you, always having all sufficiency in all things, may have an abundance for every good work. ​ You can give in person during one of our worship services on Sunday or you can donate electronically using the following information. Crossway Baptist Church handles the finances for Fellowship Potsdam. Please indicate that your donation is to be used for Fellowship Potsdam by indicating that in the space where you might put extra instructions. ​ Crossway Int. Baptist Church e.V. IBAN: DE41 1001 0010 0562 3351 01 BIC (SWIFT): PBNKDEFF

About us Fellowship Potsdam is an English Speaking fellowship who focuses on learning from the Bible to grow in maturity and and find solutions for the complexity of life. our Leaders: Franz Martens Lead Pastor Franz and his wife Kristie have 3 children, 2 in-laws and a grandson. Having started in ministry in 1996, the Martens have served two terms in Papua New Guinea and short-term projects in several other countries. ​ Moving to Berlin in 2017 they started a ministry to host and council ministry leaders facing burnout. Living in the Potsdam area, they recognized that an English speaking church didn't exist for the many who struggle with the German language. Over the course of two years, the Lord confirmed that planting an international church was their next calling. ​ Scripture that guides and comforts them is Colossians 1:27-29 ​ Franz has received his B.A. in Multicultural Ministry and M.A. in Christian Counseling. Chad Gfeller Associate Pastor Chad and his wife Cherry, along with their two daughters, Quinn and Gracie, moved to Berlin in 2017. Chad’s call to ministry came through an unlikely route: his background in collegiate sports. Seeing the opportunities that sports afforded to build bridges for the gospel in urban areas gave way to a vision to use this as a tool to reach unreached peoples. Chad’s desire is to see believers grow to maturity in Christ and learn how they can live out their calling so that others may be gathered for God's glory. He has received his B.S. in Health, Fitness & Recreation from Bob Jones University and an M.B.A from North Greenville University. Chad’s favorite verse is Psalm 19:14: “May these words of my mouth and this meditation of my heart be pleasing in your sight, Lord, my Rock and my Redeemer.” Daví Machado Batista Music Leader Daví and his wife Renatta have 1 child. Originally from Brazil, he works as a computer programmer. ​ With an excellent voice and the ability to lead congregations in singing praise, Daví is a valuable asset to our ministry team. ​ STatement of faith Statement of Faith ​ ARTICLE I — THE SCRIPTURE We believe that the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are inspired by God and inerrant in the original writings, and that they are of supreme and final authority in faith and conduct. ARTICLE II — GOD We believe in one God eternally existing in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. ARTICLE III — JESUS CHRIST We believe that Jesus Christ was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, and is true God and true man (God-man). ARTICLE IV — HOLY SPIRIT We believe that the Holy Spirit is the third Person of the Trinity, one with the Father and the Son, the indweller of every believer whereby each is sealed unto the day of the redemption of the body. ARTICLE V — DEVIL We believe in the existence and operating power of a real and personal being opposed to all righteousness and exalting himself against all that God is and has, the evil one called Satan or Devil. ARTICLE VI — HELL We believe in a literal hell, the place of eternal punishment for the wicked dead. ARTICLE VII — HEAVEN We believe in a literal place called heaven where God’s immediate presence is manifested, where the angels are, and where the redeemed shall ultimately be, from whence Christ descended and ascended again, where he makes intercession for the saints, and from whence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. ARTICLE VIII — MAN We believe that God created man in his own image and in a state of innocence, but that through temptation man willfully transgressed and became dead in trespasses and sins, whereby his posterity inherits a corrupt nature, being born in sin and under condemnation. ARTICLE IX — SALVATION We believe that the Lord Jesus Christ died for our sins according to the Scripture, as a representative and substitutionary sacrifice; that he arose from the dead in his glorified body, ascended into heaven, and as our great High Priest and Advocate he ever lives to make intercession for us; that all who believe in his name are justified on the ground of his shed blood, and receive the gift of eternal life by the grace of God. ARTICLE X — REGENERATION We believe that regeneration is a divine and instantaneous work of the Holy Spirit whereby God imparts life to one dead in trespasses and sin. ARTICLE XI — SANCTIFICATION We believe that sanctification is a divine and progressive work of the Holy Spirit whereby God, upon the ground of the finished work of Christ on the cross, his present intercessory ministry, and his Divine Word, sets the believer apart and works out, in, and through him by means of a submissive will that which is well pleasing to God through Jesus Christ. This work culminates in the redemption of the body. ARTICLE XII — THE CHURCH We believe in the one true church, the mystical Body and Bride of the Lord Jesus, composed of believers from Pentecost to the Rapture, into which believers are baptized by the Holy Spirit. We believe that the local church is an organization composed of professing believers instituted for the purpose of fellowship, worship, and service. In the matters of administration and policy, it is self-governing. ARTICLE XIII — BAPTISM We believe that Christian baptism by immersion of a believer in water in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is the Bible mode of baptism and testifies of the believer’s faith in, and identification with, the crucified, buried, and risen Savior. ARTICLE XIV — THE LORD’S SUPPER We believe that the Lord’s Supper is an ordinance whereby believers show forth the Lord’s death till he comes. ARTICLE XV — THE SECOND COMING OF CHRIST We believe in the glorious hope of the pre-millennial, imminent, visible, and bodily return of Christ. Values Expository Teaching God gave us the whole Bible as one big story. When we find a particular issue is of significant importance, you might hear a message or series devoted to that topic. However, our typical approach is to walk through a book of the Bible seeking to hear what God might say to us. We teach “expositionally” (explaining the meaning) to help you understand the Bible and apply it to your life. Acts 2:42; Acts 8:30-31 Team Leadership Because we do not think God entrusts any church to a single person, we do not have a “Senior Pastor” model of leadership. We are guided by a team of Elders—men gifted by God to oversee the church, and affirmed by our members as those who meet the biblical standards set forth in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:6-9. Equipping Emphasis The Bible makes it clear every believer is to participate in the life of the community of faith-consistent with his or her gifts, talents, and passions. We are committed to teaching and training you to pursue life and mission with Jesus through serving, rather than simply offering events to keep you busy. Ephesians 4:11-12; 1 Peter 4:10 Participatory Worship When we worship together, we want to draw you and everyone else into a personal encounter with God. It’s not enough simply to watch others worship or just listen to the songs. We invite everyone to be present and respond, celebrating who God is and what he has done for us in and through Jesus Christ. Psalm 150; John 4:23-24; Ephesians 5:18-20 Pneumatic Ministry We want to live out the life we have with Jesus pneumatically— in the presence, power, and prompting of the Holy Spirit. We depend on the Holy Spirit to direct us to make decisions in line with the will and Word of God. We don’t move our ministry forward based solely on reasonable, practical solutions. Rather, through prayer, our leaders seek to know the leading of the Spirit in every decision shaping our life together as a church. Romans 8:4-9; Acts 13:2; Acts 16:6-7 Purposes The primary purpose of planting any church is to develop a community that grows and matures believers who in turn are prepared to take the gospel to the world they live in. This means our plans need to point specifically in that direction. Discipleship is the word we use to describe this process. At Fellowship Potsdam, we have identified a process of discipleship that moves people in a practical, but simple direction. “Sow-Grow-Go” is our simple way of summing it up and here is how we describe it. Sow, Grow, Go Sow – This is where the Gospel seed is sown and is the entry point into our church community. Here is how we get to know one another and have the opportunity to respond in faith to the preaching of the Gospel. This can also include our Sunday morning services, meeting together for a meal or coffee, an outreach event or anything that introduces a person to the Gospel of faith in Jesus Christ. Grow – After a seed is sown and takes root, it’s time to create conditions in which it can grow. New and existing believers learn to follow Jesus by serving in environments such as the morning worship service or attending a discipleship group. This starts moving people towards spiritual growth. Go – When a seed is grown towards maturity, it is ready to produce the fruit that it was created for. A mature believer is ready take advantage of the environment that God has prepared for them and utilize what they have learned through their growth to create opportunities to take other people through the process of “Sow, Grow, Go.”

Visit us Sunday services: Where do we meet? We meet in a building the looks like a house. It's called a Gemeindehaus (Community Hall) and is owned by a local consortium of State Churches. We rent this building for a couple of hours every Sunday morning. How are we dressed? Our dress is casual although occasionally some folks prefer to dress a little more formally. However you decide to dress, you are welcome. Can anyone attend? Yes, our services are open to anyone who would like to attend. While we have languages represented from around the world, our common language is English. What language is the service held in? The service is preformed entirely in English. Why is there an English language church in a German town? While there are several great German churches in Potsdam, there was a need for an English language church for the many international students and professionals that make Potsdam their permanent or temporary home. Are there activities for children? Yes, we offer children's church for children 5 years old and up. Is there childcare for younger children? At this point, we do not have staffed childcare for younger children, but there is a quiet room available to take your children and still listen to the service. What time does the service start? The service starts at 10:30 with a time of fellowship and introductions. What time does the service end? The service ends by 12:15 What should I expect when I visit? When you visit you can expect a warm welcome by our friendly congregation. Since we are very international in makeup, no one will feel out of place. We begin with a welcome, followed by a prayer. After that we sing a few songs and read some scripture out loud. Following that is a biblical sermon with an opportunity to ask questions afterwards. We usually conclude the service with another song and some prayer. Address Mendelssohn-Bartholdy Str. 12 14480 Potsdam See Map Below Every Sunday Morning: 10:30-12:15 ​

Discipleship After we come to faith in Jesus Christ he desires for us to enter into discipleship with Him. Positionally we are made holy in Christ, but conditionally we have a long way to go until we begin to resemble any kind of holiness. What this means is that while we are secure in Christ through faith, He desires for us to learn more about Him for the purpose of drawing close to Him in intimacy (fellowship). The means to accomplishing that is through the study of the Bible, Prayer and connecting with other believers in both formal and informal settings. This is the purpose of discipleship. Bible Book Study Tuesdays 18:00 We offer a weekly Bible Study where we read and discuss a book that explains the Bible in a very clear-to-understand fashion. The name of this book is "The Stranger on the Road to Emmaus". ​ This book is available for free as an electronic download. Click on the image below to go to the site and follow the directions that are circled in red in the image. Click any of the "BUY ONLINE" stores and enter the code as it appears below. You will then receive your free ebook in your email. ​ If you are using a mobile device, simply click on the version you would like to download and it will begin and load on your phone without needing to go through the store. ​ Please download the book before attending study. Study is open to anyone who would like to attend. ​ This study is hosted by Henry at his apartment. To get his address please ask him or fill out the form below. Tuesday's 18:00 Bible Study Information First Name Last Name Email Write a message Submit Thanks for submitting!

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