The Christian Messenger

Fifth Avenue Church of Christ

115 W. Fifth Ave. Lancaster, OH 43130
740-654-0626 www.myfacc.com e-mail info@myfacc.com

May 26, 2013

Brad Seevers Senior Minister (740-550-9882) David Tingler Associate Minister Scott Brown Worship & Outreach Minister Hannah Martin Director of Childrens Ministries Sunday Services 1st Worship 8:00 a.m. 2nd Worship 10:30 a.m. Bible School 9:15 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

Thursday, June 6 ~ 6-8pm

Bring your family and friends! LIVE BAND/FREE FOOD/ GAMES/BOUNCE ROOM/CORN HOLE AND MUCH, MUCH MORE! JOIN US!

THOUGHTS FROM BRAD

Allow me to begin this article by saying many words of thanks. I want to thank Michelle & Josh Czich for preparing our meal last Sunday for our Matthew Party after second service. Your labor of love was greatly appreciated by all. Thank you to everyone who brought a friend. We had nine visitors at 2nd Worship on Sunday! I also want to thank all our volunteers who serve on our Worship team, both band and vocals. For the hours you put into each week, we say thanks. I especially want to thank my coworker Scott who has dedicated his extra hours of service to provide a comfortable atmosphere for our second worship. It takes many people to pull off what we do here each week at Fifth. Thanks to everyone who serves in some capacity as a kingdom builder. Speaking of volunteers, I want to make you aware of a very special need here at FACC. We need a volunteer to serve as our Nursery Coordinator. This takes a special person who has a heart for our smallest of children. This ministry is so vital to the life of our church and it means a great deal to those who we are seeking to reach in this community. If you can help with this area of service, please contact Brad at the office. Switching gears to an entirely different subject, if you plan to attend the Reds vs. Pirates game on June 20th with the church, I need to hear from you by May 31st at the latest. Have a great week, Brad (Eph. 3:20-21)

BITS FROM BRO. DAVE

FINAL NOTICE: Just a reminder to those attending Senior Saints in The Smokies! Our departure time is Monday, May 27, at 5:59am. TOURING THE AIRSTREAM PLANT: On Wednesday, June 26, we are traveling to Jackson Center, OH to see how they build Airstream trailers. The plant only provides group tours at ten oclock in the morning. Therefore, it will be necessary for us to leave here at 7:30 AM on that day. A sign-up sheet is posted. LaCOMEDIA DINNER THEATRE: On October 17, we will be going to the LaComedia Dinner Theatre, in Dayton, to see a third installment of The Church Basement Ladies: A Mighty Fortress. If you are interested in making this trip, you can make your reservations early by contacting me or the church office. The earlier the better! I would like your payment 60 days in advance of the show date. (The cost, per person is $44.00. Remember this includes travel, dinner and the show.) I do have some reservations, already. SUNDAY EVENINGS IN THE SANCTUARY: This week, May 26, we are beginning a new series that I am calling Seven Lessons From Judges. These lessons will be character studies of five of the Old Testament Judges. This week is an introductory lesson, When People Forgot God. Next week, we will look at When A Woman Leads (Judges 4:4-10). If you are not involved in a small group, on Sunday evenings, I encourage you to join us. Communion is available for those who desire. Please be reminded that we now have activities for children each Sunday evening. WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDIES: Neither of our Wednesday study groups (10 am & 6:30 pm) will be meeting this week (May 29). We will resume on June 5. FINAL THOUGHT: Nothing makes a long story short like the arrival of the person you happen to be talking about.

SPIRITUAL STATISTICS May 19, 2013

Sunday School 1st Morning Worship 2nd Morning Worship Total Morning Worship Evening Worship Weekly Budget Budget Received Chairs Projector Van Fund 86 109 69 178 61 4,790.00 5,608.25 60.00 20.00 25.00

$ $ $ $ $

SERVING SCHEDULE May 26, 2013

At the Table 1st Serving 1
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Serving 2nd Pastor of the week PM Deacon

Larry Bussey and Dick Shumaker Patrick Wersell, Don Gardner, Bill Kelly, George Lambert Patrick Wersell Larry Bussey Patrick Wersell

Last week in Childrens Church we learned about Joshua and Caleb. They were confident in Gods Promise and remained faithful to Him. Most of the time, I do not understand Gods plan, and I dont think Im alone on this. However, it is important that we trust God, no matter what His plan is. We must remain faithful to Him through the good and the bad. I finished the Summer Schedule for the Childrens Program, copies are in various places around the church. If you see a particular event that you would be interested in helping out with, please contact me! (606) 5245503 or hannahatfifth@gmail.com. Hannah

COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship 2nd Worship GREETERS 1st Worship 2nd Worship

Brenda Hines Frances Trimmer

Lori Highfield and Nancy Speakman Neal Rudolph

NURSERY Sunday School Laura Wersell and Courtney Beiter 2nd Worship Samantha Hendricks and Michelle Czich VISITOR CENTER 1st Worship 2nd Worship SECURITY 1st Worship Bible School 2nd Worship Evening Worship

Phyllis Bussey Michelle Czich

Paul Alexander Carmel Marsh Jeff Crook George Lambert

Greeter and Visitor Center schedules for July December will be made soon. If you would like to be added to one of these schedules, please let the church office know.

Prayer Requests
Jane King Millie Hoy Ron Ogden Ruth Boyer Charlie May Naressa Allen Cindy Andrews Ella Wakefield Harold Sain Alberta Ellis Jeane Goldfarb John Dickson The Family of Roger Wolfe Marvin Pickenpaugh Alice Delong Isaiah Hurd Doug Raymer Karen Purcell Our Troops Sarah Brown Steve St. Clair Linda Bussey

SERVING SCHEDULE June 2, 2013

At the Table 1st Serving 1st Serving 2nd Pastor of the week PM Deacon Mike Cooper and Ralph Conrad Tim Huffman, Carmel Marsh, Dick Shumaker, Hank Wellman Tim Huffman Mike Cooper Tim Huffman

SCOTTS THOUGHTS Matthew 5:14-16 New Living Translation (NLT)

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COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship Don and Judy Gardner 2nd Worship Nick and Tracy Hinson GREETERS 1st Worship 2nd Worship NURSERY Sunday School 2nd Worship VISITOR CENTER 1st Worship 2nd Worship SECURITY 1st Worship Bible School 2nd Worship Evening Worship Ray and Mary Alice Coats Dick and Marg Shumaker Hannah Ross and Thea Kallenberg Nick and Tracy Hinson Sue Tingler Kim Seevers David Will Bill Kelly Joe Beiter Dick Shumaker

You are the light of the worldlike a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden. 15 No one lights a lamp and then puts it under a basket. Instead, a lamp is placed on a stand, where it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your good deeds shine out for all to see, so that everyone will praise your heavenly Father. As Christians, we have the good news that everyone needs. We have an opportunity to reach a world around us that desperately needs Jesus. We have the opportunity to live life with and for Jesus so that others can see the difference he has made in us. This leads to a couple of important questions: are we allowing Jesus to change us from the inside out? And Are we letting others see the change? Following Jesus is not just about our salvation, but also about accepting our role in bringing salvation to others. That means surrender of our lives to be constantly changed to be more like Christ, so that others can see the change and seek that change for themselves. Loving our neighbor as ourselves means caring enough to share the good news of Jesus. Lord, help us to share your love with others, help us to let you have your way in us so we may bring glory to your name.

Congratulations to Amber Dixon and Jordan Cupp who were married on Saturday, May 18. The ceremony was conducted at Littlebrook by Dave Tingler. Jordan is the son of Laura & Gene Cupp and the grandson of Nancy Speakman.
Dorcas Society
The Dorcas Society will have a potluck luncheon at Juanita Harmons home on Tuesday, June 18th, 1-4pm. All ladies are welcome! Call Juanita Harmon for more details.

WELCOME TO FIFTH AVENUE! At FACC, we focus on loving God, loving people, and turning the world upside down.
We are happy you chose to worship with us today. We hope you return next week and bring your friends with you. If you would please take a few minutes to fill out a Silent Roll Call Card, located on the back of the pew, you can then place it in the offering plate as it is passed. Thank you. For more information about our great church, contact our minister, Brad Seevers at Brad@newchurches.org or call him at 740.550.9882. Have a great week and may God bless your life.

Sunday School Classes for All Ages

Classes at 9:15 unless noted
Nursery (Birth through 3 years old) Jesus Loves Me Room 102 Preschool (Ages 3-6) God the Creator Room 105 Marie Huffman, Teacher Early Elementary (Kindergarten through 2nd Grade) Shaping Hearts with Gods Word Room 101 Deborah Will, Teacher Middle Elementary (3rd, 4th, and 5th Grades) Be Wise and Trust God in His Power Room 106 Becky Hoagland, Teacher Junior and Senior High Old Testament Survey Room 301 Nick Hinson, Teacher Young Ladies Class (8:00 a.m.) The Lies Women/Young Women Believe Room 306 Cassie Bull, Teacher Ladies Class "God as He Longs for You to See Him" Room 209 Beverly Puckett, Teacher Mens Class Hearing Gods Word Room 205 Adult Class Psalm 91 Gods Protection Room 214 Brad Seevers, Teacher

Vacation Bible School June 10-14, 2013

Attention all Reds fans! We will travel to Cincinnati to watch the 12:35 Reds vs. Pirates game on June 20th. Anyone interested in going should contact Brad no later than May 31st so we can order the best available tickets.

Harmony Adult Class God Establishes a Faithful People Room 204 Dave Tingler, Teacher Philothean Adult Class Parables Room 108 Jim Love, Teacher

Stressed in My Most Recent Battle Judges 7 Brad Seevers preaching

Core Values...
Values central to the life, mission and vision of Fifth Avenue Church of Christ are:

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Christ-Centered Worship
We make it a priority every Sunday to celebrate Jesus through our music. (Romans 11:36-12:1-2). We focus on Jesus through grace-based preaching and teaching & understand the Bible is our authority (2 Timothy 3:16).

Church Health and Biblical Balance

Church health becomes reality when God's people seek harmony & live consistently. We expect every member to protect the unity of Christ's Church. (Romans 12:16; 1 Peter 3:8)

We are constant to our founding call to worldwide evangelism, proclaiming to all that Jesus Christ is the Savior, Healer, and Soon-Coming King (Acts 20:27).

Global Evangelism

How Can I Respond Today?

At FACC we look to the Bible for guidance on all issues. We believe that Gods Word is clear concerning what a person must do to become a Christian. Trust that Jesus can bring you to salvation. Turn (repent) from the sin in your life. Confess your desire to make Jesus the Lord of your life. Be baptized (immersed) in water for the forgiveness of sins and to receive the Holy Spirit into your life. To make this life decision for Christ, we ask that you come forward during our commitment song at the conclusion of the Sunday message. Baptized believers are welcome to become members at FACC by coming forward on Sunday morning or by seeing our Senior Minister to discuss this further. We ask that you complete a series of Curious classes to help you better understand what you are committing to as a member.

Fellowship and Ministry

After people begin their journey with Jesus, we will equip them to find a ministry based upon their strengths. We want everyone to serve in some capacity. (1 Corinthians 12:12-27) We also want His church to be the living evidence of His love and power to the world.

We do not want you to "get religion" here at Fifth Avenue Church of Christ in Lancaster. We are all about teaching you that Jesus seeks a daily relationship with Him through a life of obedience. In other words, we want to see the things you are taught actually change your lifestyle & your daily decisions.

Discipleship

Social Conscience
We place high valueOUR on thePURPOSE sanctity of human life, of Biblical marriage and morality, and we welcome ethnic diversity (IsaiahTO 56:7; WE EXIST Philippians 2:15-16). Exalt Gods Greatness; Evangelize Gods Work Equip Gods People Express Gods Love through Jesus Christ

OUR MISSION

To Love God and Love People!

June 2013
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
1 2 Small Group Unstuck, 6pm 3 4 5 Seniors Bible Study, 10am/6:30pm Craft Corner, 5-9pm 12 6 Block Party, 6-8pm 7 Self-Defense Class, 6pm 14 8

9 Carriage Court, 2pm Small Group Unstuck, 6pm 16

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Vacation Bible School June 10-14, 2013

17 18 Facility Dorcas potluck at Juanita Management, 7pm Harmons ~ 1-4pm 19 Seniors Bible Study, 10am/6:30pm Elders/Deacons, 7:30pm 20 Cincinnati Reds Game 21 22

Fathers Day
23 Small Group Unstuck, 6pm 30 Food Pantry Gym-spiration Sunday Night Youth at the Rec-Flex 5:30-7pm Small Group Unstuck, 6pm

24 Book Nook, 6:30pm

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26 Seniors trip to Jackson Center, OH

27 Missions, 5pm

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The birthday list for June is on the bulletin board in the coat room.

Library Spotlight
Listen, Live & Laugh Bible Stories is a Mommy and Me book to introduce even the youngest child to Bible concepts and characters creation, Noah, Jonah, Christmas, Easter, and heaven and make the lessons more memorable with simple life applications and a healthy dose of silliness. The authors, Christine Tangvald and Rondi DeBoer have written many childrens books, and Robert Neubecker has been illustrating for over 20 years. Ruth is an adult fiction book by Lori Copeland, from her Brides of the West 1872 series. The book tells the story of spunky, young Ruth Priggish who is on the run from an 80-year-old suitor. Faced with the prospect of marriage to the persistent old codger, Ruth throws caution to the wind and heads for Wyoming Territory, where freedom and independence await. Her only hope is to seek help from an unwilling protector: Dylan McCall. U.S. Marshall Dylan McCall is trying desperately to get to Wyoming before winter sets in. But when he finds himself saddled with a stubborn spitfire who wont take no for an answer, his job and his heart are at stake. Be sure to stop by our library and check out a good book.

Craft Corner Wednesday, June 5th ~ 5-9pm

Tracy Hinson will be teaching how to cross-stitch. If you would like to learn how to cross-stich, please purchase a small cross-stich kit (such as a Christmas ornament kit) and bring it with you. If you do not want to learn to cross-stich, bring any craft you are working on and join us for a time of fellowship with Christian friends.