Church Events

Announcements

All "live" church services have been suspended.
It will be revisited later, but the current indicators point towards a prolonged suspension of public gatherings.

Wednesday & Sunday services will be available online.
Click on the "Sermons" tab on the top of this page.
You can pick up CDs of the service in a box at the front of church.
Let us know if you would like a CD mailed to you.

Prayer is effective & worry is not. Pray diligently.
James 5:16 The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.
Philippians 4:6-7 Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds* through Christ Jesus.

Be gracious with each other & us.
Each person will respond differently to this situation based on his unique circumstances & convictions. While opinions may vary, let's remember our Christian liberty & avoid judgmental reactions.
Romans 14:5 Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind.

Remember that God is sovereign in every circumstance of life.
Job 42:2 I know that You can do everything, And that no purpose of Yours can be withheld from You.

Consider the spiritual opportunitites.
The chaos surrounding recent events provides the perfect backdrop for faith based conversations with those around us.
1 Peter 3:15 But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts, and always be ready to give a defense to everyone who asks you a reason for the hope that is in you, with meekness and fear;

Informally minister to each other.
We can still communicate with each other in a variety of ways, including phone calls, text messages, emails, social media, and in person when appropriate. Make sure to be thoughtful & prayerful about any needs anyone has as a result of current events.
Romans 12:10-13 Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer; distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality.

If you need help, please reach out to us.
Pastor Gus at (218) 428-4609 or gus.layman@gmail.com

Please help us pass this information.
*To new people who aren't yet a part of our directory
*To people who either prefer not to or lack the technological ability to use the directory system

Church donations during the closure
Click on the "Donate" on the right of this page under "Quick Links".
Or mail to:
Heritage trail Bible Church
5266 Heritage Trail
Gilbert, MN 55741

As always, make supporting this ministry a matter of prayer & personal conviction.
2 Corinthians 9:7 So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.

Questions or Concerns
Please contact Pastor Gus at:
(218) 428-4609
gus.layman@gmail.com

2020 Vacation Bible School
June 15-19

2020 Bible Camp Dates
Grades 9-12: July 6 - July 10
Grades 6-8: Aug 8 - Aug 12
Grades 3-5: Aug 12 - Aug 15

Bookstore
Check the bookstore for Lamb Books, Bibles, Bible covers, childrens' books & great reading for all ages.
There are dvd's you can check out for free.
We also have a library where you can check out books for free.

Free Kids Closet
Located in the back building upstairs in the room to the right.
Donations of clothes & shoes sizes newborn p to kids size 14 now being accepted.
Please see Selina Layman (750-3572) or Beth Nitz for drop off times.
Closet may be looked through after church services.