The Christian Messenger

Fifth Avenue Church of Christ

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

June 30, 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.

Reception for Scott and Sarah Brown

A potluck dinner reception will be held for Scott and Sarah Brown and their children tonight at 5:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall. A basket will be provided for love offerings. We will also have devotions and communion.

THOUGHTS FROM BRAD

There is no perfect church! People have been in search of this church for generations but they have not found it. Oh they may find one that gives them a glimpse of perfection but eventually it too will fall short of what they are looking for and so they begin their search again, and again and again. There is no perfect church. If there was a church in the Bible that proved this imperfection over and over again it would have been at Corinth. The Corinthian church was split into at least three factions. It also allowed a church member to practice open immorality so perverse that even the pagans were shocked. Women were stirring up people by their behavior. Some were tempted by the idols of their past. There were doctrinal issues, etcOn and on we could go but I think you get the point. As long as there are people in the church, there is no perfect church. Yet when the Apostle Paul spoke of the Corinthian Church, he was quick to encourage and build up the church before he spoke critically of her. He was calling them out to remember who they are and to whom they belong (1 Cor. 1:1-9). In spite of the fact this church was not perfect, we are being declared perfect because of our faith in Christ Jesus. But you were washed, you were sanctified, you were justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, and in the Spirit of our God (1 Cor. 6:11). So the Good News is this: You may not find the perfect church, but you can find Gods church. This congregation, not the one around the corner, can be everything the Lord deserves, if Gods people, including the ones who have been looking for the perfect church, begin to demonstrate the love, faith and hope that the Holy Spirit produces! Today I hope you listen to the Lords prayer he gave on your behalf as we study John 17:20-26. I too pray that we may be as one. Thats my dream of the perfect church. In His Service, Brad

BITS FROM BRO. DAVE

AIRSTREAM & FAZOLIS: We had a total of 24 for this fun trip. No one purchased a trailer, but we did learn a lot about their manufacture! Watch this space for announcements regarding our next KeenAger event. NEW HORIZONS RETREAT: Mark the date; September 10, 2013! This is the day for this annual gathering at the North Terrace Church of Christ, in Zanesville. This year s program features Jim Book, Jeff Bullock, Tom Shelton and the musical group, 64 to Grayson. Registration is just $20 per person, if in by August 20. If you bring a friend who has not attended before, they may attend for just $10. We have registration forms on hand now! See me! LaCOMEDIA DINNER THEATRE: This trip is KeenAger sponsored but is open to anyone who would like to go. The date is Thursday, October 17. We will be having an excellent buffet dinner and enjoying the third installation of The Church Basement Ladies. This time it is A Mighty Fortress. A number of us have enjoyed the two previous shows and anticipate this one being great fun. The cost for the show, dinner and transportation is just $44 per person. We have 28 ringside seats reserved and 20 reservations, so far. A sign-up sheet is posted. Once you sign up your payment will be due, no later than, August 15. SUNDAY EVENINGS IN THE SANCTUARY: This evening (June 30), I encourage you to attend the farewell dinner for Scott Brown & family. Next week (July 7), we will resume our series, Seven Lessons From Judges. The title is Loser to Winner: Jephthah (Judges 10-12). On July 14, the theme is Samson, Strong or Weak? (Judges 1316). I continue to encourage your attendance, if you are not involved in a small group. Please remember that we have activities for children each Sunday evening. Also, Communion is available at this service. WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDIES: We are now taking our summer break and will return to these meetings after Labor Day.

SPIRITUAL STATISTICS - June 23, 2013

Sunday School 1st Morning Worship 2nd Morning Worship Total Morning Worship Evening Worship Weekly Budget Budget Received Projector 83 122 50 172 57 $ 4,790.00 $ 4,186.17 $ 40.00

SERVING SCHEDULE June 30, 2013

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

Thank you Lord, for your protection and your strength. Dont forget! Tonight is Gym-Spiration! Meet here at the church at 5:30 to head out. The Summer is already off to a great start! **Its still not too late to register your child for camp! Contact me for more information. Last week in Childrens Church we learned about David and Goliath. The Lord gave David the strength to kill Goliath using only one tiny stone. We as adults, have many Goliaths in our lives. We need to rely on God. Through Him, we will gain the strength to overcome these huge obstacles in our own lives. Hannah

COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship Don and Judy Gardner nd 2 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

Ruth Andrews and Jeanne Noble Dick and Marg Shumaker

Shirley Marsh and Margie Ayers Nick and Tracy Hinson

Becky Wellman Julie Stuck

Dan Brown Ray Coats Mike Bussey Dick Shumaker

Prayer Requests
Jane King Kelly Norris Millie Hoy Naressa Allen Alice DeLong Our Troops Judy Gardners Friend, Nancy Harold Sain Denyce Babbitt Jeane Goldfarb John Dickson Jeanne Noble Ron Ogden George and Alberta Ellis Jeff Babbitt

SERVING SCHEDULE July 7, 2013

At the Table 1st Serving 1
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SCOTTS THOUGHTS
Romans 12:1-2 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of Gods mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to Godthis is your true and proper worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what Gods will ishis good, pleasing and perfect will. In my time as worship and outreach minister here at 5th Ave. We have focused our efforts on becoming more like Christ and inviting others to do the same. The call of Christianity is to follow Jesus with all that we are. We are to be constantly changing to be filled with love for God and overflowing with that love to be a blessing to others. A few days ago I heard someone say: Our children are missionaries we are sending to a time that we will never see. She was referring to the ripple effect our actions have that will outlive our own involvement. The seeds we sow today and others water tomorrow, as God brings the increase, may become the preachers and teachers for another generation. When we pour our hearts out in worship to God and invite others to do the same, we fulfill the great commission. When we love others as Christ does and call them to surrender their lives to follow Him, we become ambassadors for Jesus. When we cross social boundaries and reach out to the lost, the weary and the weak, we are living a Christ like life. There is no room for complacency. We are called to renew our minds daily that we might be continually in a state of transformation. Until Christ returns, our mission remains to seek and save the lost. May we continue to declare Christ as Lord through our lives given in surrender and obedience to the great commission he has given. May we daily die to self and live for him and may God receive the glory. Thank you for the opportunity to serve alongside you. As a family, we want you to know how much you have meant to us and please know that we continue to pray for you and are asking Gods richest blessings on this congregation.

Serving 2nd Pastor of the week PM Deacon

Dave Tingler Dale Rose, Richard Boyer, Dan Brown, Ray Coats Dale Rose Dave Tingler Dale Rose

COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship 2nd Worship 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

Donna Cupler Donna Cupler

Carmel and Shirley Marsh Dick and Marg Shumaker

Laura Wersell Marie Huffman

Sue Tingler Kim Seevers

David Will Carmel Marsh Jeff Crook Mike Cooper

Upcoming Events
Thursday, July 4th Foundation Dinner Friday, July 5th Self-Defense Class, 6pm Sunday, July 7th Prayer Team, 5pm Saturday, July 13th Water Wars ~ K-5th Grades Sunday, July 14th Carriage Court Service, 2pm Prayer Team, 5pm Wednesday, July 17th Elders Meeting, 7:30pm

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@new-churches.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 Harmony Adult Class God Establishes a Faithful People Room 204 Dave Tingler, Teacher Philothean Adult Class Parables Room 108 Jim Love, Teacher

May They Be One John 17 Brad Seevers preaching

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

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

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.

Discipleship
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.

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.

Social Conscience
We place high value on the sanctity of human life, of Biblical marriage and morality, and we welcome ethnic diversity (Isaiah 56:7; Philippians 2:15-16).

OUR PURPOSE

WE EXIST TO
Exalt Gods Greatness; Evangelize Gods Work Equip Gods People Express Gods Love through Jesus Christ

OUR MISSION

To Love God and Love People!

July 2013
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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Self-Defense Class

Foundation Dinner

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Prayer Team, 5pm

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Water Wars K-5th Grade

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Carriage Court, 2pm Prayer Team, 5pm

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Elders Meeting, 7:30pm

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Christmas in July Craft Corner, 9-2

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Prayer Team, 5pm

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Missions Meeting, 5pm

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Food Pantry Sunday Prayer Team, 5pm Gym-Spiration 5:30-7:00

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

Library Spotlight
Food for a Fish ~ The Whopping Story of Jonah and the Whale is a Mommy and Me book by Kelly Pulley. What happens when Jonah tries to run away from God rather than obeying Him? He learns a big, smelly lesson! True Valor is an adult fiction book by Dee Henderson. Lt. Gracie Yates spent her deployment catapulting off the deck of the USS George Washington in an F/A-18 Hornet. A self-assured naval aviator, she was flying to keep the peace while being ready for war. Major Bruce Stanton, Air Force Pararescue Jumper, had been pulling pilots and Special Forces soldiers from behind enemy lines for twelve years. Bruce knew Gracie was too good a pilot not to draw the tough flight assignments. She was on the front lines. If she got in trouble, his unit would get the call. With demanding jobs, deployed to different locations, they kept their relationship alive by writing love letters. In the face of danger, they both leaned on the truth that God is sufficient no matter what the circumstances. When shes shot down, hes got one mission - get Gracie out alive! Stop by the church library and check out a good book! If you have any questions about the library, contact Delores Payne.

Christmas in July Craft Corner Saturday, July 20th ~ 9am 2pm

Come join us and make rick rack garland for your Christmas tree. Bring a skein or two of 4-ply Christmas yarn and a size G crochet hook. Other Christmas ornaments will also be available to make. Bring your own lunch and drink. All are welcome! 12 years old and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Come and join the fun!