My Story Testimonials
Small groups have impact
On March 9, 2014, a series of personal faith story videos
began as part of Sunday worship at Ingomar Church.
Each week, members of this congregation have told
how their lives have been positively impacted, and how
their faith relationships have grown. The stories have
been emotional ... honest ...
inspiring. While each has been
unique, the stories have often
highlighted the significance of
being in a small group. Here are
a few examples.
“The most important part of my
healing came when I entered a
Bible study called ‘Mercy Triumphs.’”
Jodi Ardito, describing a defining
moment in her faith journey at
Ingomar Church
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“When I started coming to Ingomar
Church, it was just to attend worship
on Sunday morning. After only a
few months, I realized that my life
was changing and I wanted to get
more involved. I joined a small
group and immediately after that I
joined Disciple One (Bible Study).
From there, everything started
steamrolling for me.”
Dan Woods, explaining the
importance of his small group experiences
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“In the midst of personal struggles we came to Ingomar
Church and almost immediately became involved with a
small group. It truly became a defining moment for us.
We met an awesome group of friends that really took us
in and embraced us, listened to all the challenges we
were going through, and helped us strengthen our faith,”
said Ryan.
“They embraced us and lifted us up on our hardest
days, and laughed with us on our good days,” said
Jessica.
Ryan and Jessica George, reflecting on the significance
of their small group experience
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“I knew we would come to preschool here,
but I didn’t know that it would change my
life ... These are relationships that have been
forged here at Ingomar Church, and they
will be my friends for the rest of my life.
I joined a new member’s class and was
introduced to the Bethany House mission.
I sat down with the preschool moms [and
enlisted their support].
It’s been over two years now, and we go
every Monday, and this never would have
happened if it weren’t for Ingomar Church.”
Catherine Baker, describing the importance
of relationships formed at Ingomar Church
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“The messages [in Sunday worship]
were exactly what we needed to hear.
Every Sunday we would go home and I
would say, ‘That was for me!’ We actually
brought it up a few weeks ago in our small
group, and somebody said ‘That was God
talking to you.’ And I said I didn’t think I
was that important.” As she reflected on
that statement, she said, “It’s important for
us to be here.”
Theresa Bernardi, reflecting on
the Bernardi family’s faith journey
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We extend sincere thanks to all who have courageously
offered their faith stories, witnessing to all of us how God
is at work in their lives, and at work at Ingomar Church.
If you have a story to tell, or if you know someone who
is willing to share his or her story, please talk with one of
the pastors, or Erica and Zack Oshlick.
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