Chisholm Assembly of God has alot going on this fall including their Pastor Appreciation Worship on Sunday on October 19th, Testimony Night October 25th from 6:00pm-8:00pm, The Harvest Festival on October 29th and their Centershot Archery Course is starting as well. Check out our website www.chisholmag.com or our facebook page for more deatils.
Centershot Archery Course begins October 14th and will run for 8 weeks every Tuesday evening from 5:30pm-7:30pm. The cost is $50 for ages 9 and up and equipment will be provided. Space is limited so call Adam at 218-969-8062 to get signed up.
Churches are designed to play an important role in their community. In a connected age where isolation still reigns supreme, the antidote for us as people of faith is to foster connection with the people around us.
Even if it wasn’t the first option that came to mind, archery quickly becomes a favorite choice for church leaders with this mindset who are planning their next community outreach program. The beauty is it includes the whole family!
Communal activities–like sports–are designed to bring us together. They enhance strength, patience, and even self-discipline. As you know well, this has been the case dating back to even Biblical times.
Unlike other sports programs, archery doesn’t require lots of equipment and is inclusive of everyone’s ability. It’s the perfect activity for all age groups. In fact, it’s one of the fastest-growing family sports.
Most importantly, the pace and style of a Centershot Archery Program foster the perfect environment to point people to Jesus.
The Harvest Festival is on Wednesday, October 29th at 6:30pm. The event will be at the Assembly of God Church and is for Children ages 2 to 11 (6th grade). There will be a costume contest, candy, games, and more! Come enjoy some fun family fun!
1. Fall festivals have ancient roots!
Fall celebrations go back thousands of years—often tied to harvest time and thanking God for a bountiful season.
2. The word “harvest” comes from Old English.
“Haerfest” means autumn—which later became the name for the season itself before “fall” took over in America.
3. Pumpkins are technically a fruit!
That’s right! Since they have seeds, pumpkins are considered a fruit—but they’re still great in pies and decorations!
4. Church fall festivals are a fun, faith-filled alternative to Halloween.
Often called “Harvest Festivals”, “Trunk or Treats”, or “Hallelujah Nights”, they let families enjoy costumes, candy, and games in a safe, Christ-centered way.
5. Apples float because of air!
Each apple is made up of about 25% air, which is why they float during traditional games like apple bobbing.
️ 6. Corn mazes are a modern twist on an old idea.
Farmers have used mazes and labyrinths since ancient times to symbolize life’s journey—today they’re just more fun (and maybe spooky!).
7. Martin Luther’s 95 Theses were posted in the fall.
October 31, 1517, marks the start of the Protestant Reformation—a big reason many churches choose to celebrate the Light of the World rather than darkness.
