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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

September 22, 2013

Brad Seevers

Senior Minister (740-550-9882)

FELLOWSHIP MEAL Wednesday, September 25th


If you are planning to come to the fellowship meal this coming Wednesday night please indicate this on the back of their silent call card and drop it in the plate when passed. This weeks meal will be spaghetti and French bread. A suggested donation of $2 per person or $5 for a family of 3 or more will be received to defray the costs. The meal is offered between 5:15-6:15 p.m. followed by our adult classes.

Associate Minister 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.

David Tingler

Hannah Martin

Wednesday, October 2nd, 6:30pm We will be explaining some of our upcoming service opportunities in the community and abroad. Do you want to serve the Lord but not sure where to start? Then join us as we layout some plans for 2014 and see just how you might become a kingdom builder. This meeting is for the solution-minded. We will enjoy some pizza during our meeting so we ask that each person might bring $2-3 to help defray the cost. Our goal is to connect you to a specific task and introduce you to others who are like-minded.

OUTREACH MEETING

THOUGHTS FROM BRAD


I want to thank Kathryn for planning the annual church picnic at Rising Park. It was great fun! I also want to thank Patrick for doing the devotions and for all who brought food to enjoy. In the book: Becoming a Healthy Church, Stephen Macchia writes, Individual lives and local churches with a healthy outward focus will reflect Gods heart -a heart of sacrifice, obedience, and stewardship. They will overflow onto others with the joy of the Lord. They will creatively reach out to everyone with the life-changing message of hope in Jesus Christ. They will love their neighbor as themselves. They will consider the needs of others as more important than their own. They will die to themselves out of love for God and concern for the eternal life of their friends. In everything they do, they make themselves receivable to the people God places in their lives. Is this the description of your life and of this church? So what does that look like and how does it impact us as a church? 1) We must intentionally communicate the Gospel in culturally relevant ways to those outside the family of God. 2) We must commit to passing on our faith to the next generation. 3) We must demonstrate to the world through acts of love, justice, and mercy that God became flesh. 4) We must welcome a steady stream of new people at all stages of their spiritual journey. Nonbelieving seekers; Recent converts; Enthusiastic young Christians; Believers with questions, doubts and struggles; Active kingdom builders; and Wiser, older Christians

BITS FROM BRO. DAVE


PERSONAL NOTE: As you know, from time to time, in my article, I like to pass along a good word about people and events here at Fifth Avenue. This week, I want to express appreciation to the second worship hour Praise Team. Since the departure of our Worship and Outreach Minister, they have faithfully stayed the course. Special commendation goes to Kristin Stuck who has assumed leadership of the team and all the responsibilities that this involves (choosing music, arranging the order of service, etc). Thank you, Kristin and the team! SUNDAY EVENINGS IN THE SANCTUARY: This week, September 22, we will return to our current series of studies on special Bible characters. This week we are looking at Lydia, The Business Woman (Acts 16:13-15). Next week, September 29, our study will be, The Ethiopian, Rich and Powerful (Acts 8:26-39). I remind you that there are activities for children and communion is available for those who desire it. NEW WEDNESDAY STUDY: This week, September 25, we will complete our study, Meet the Millennials. In this final lesson, we will examine how they evolved and how we, as the Church, may be able to reach them for Christ. I am inviting those of all ages to join us in this learning journey. We meet at 10:00 am and 6:30 pm. As in the past, we will be covering the same material in each session. LaCOMEDIA DINNER THEATRE: The standby list remains available on our bulletin board. There is always the possibility that someone may need to cancel their reservation and we will have an opening. Remember, the date is Thursday, October 17. We will be departing the church parking lot at 8:15am for the trip to Dayton. We will be enjoying an excellent buffet dinner and a matinee presentation of The Church Basement Ladies: A Mighty Fortress Is Our Basement. This trip is KeenAger sponsored but is open to anyone who would like to go. The cost for the show, dinner and transportation is just $44 per person. FINAL THOUGHT: We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark. The real tragedy of life is when men/women are afraid of the light.

5) We must experiment continually to find more effective ways to communicate the Gospel to nonbelievers in the family, marketplace, community and neighborhood. 6) Develop a commitment for global awareness and international Missions involvement. Think on these things, Brad

SPIRITUAL STATISTICS September 15, 2013 Sunday School 1st Morning Worship 2nd Morning Worship Total Morning Worship Evening Worship (Picnic at Rising Park) Wednesday (9/18) Weekly Budget Budget Received Maywood Mission KeenAgers Van Fund John Dickson Memorial 92 90 56 146 51 34 4,790.00 4,614.15 100.00 50.00 25.00 50.00

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SERVING SCHEDULE September 22, 2013


At the Table 1st Serving 1st Serving 2nd Pastor of the week PM Deacon Larry Bussey and Dick Shumaker Tim Huffman, Richard Boyer, Dan Brown, Ray Coats Tim Huffman Larry Bussey Tim Huffman

Last week in Childrens Church we learned about Moses! Moses didnt think he was ready to lead the Israelites! He made many excuses and tried to get out of leading them, but God still wanted to use him! Sometimes God asks us to do things that we dont feel equipped to do. We have to trust in Him and he will give us the courage to accomplish great things! When I am afraid, I will trust in you. Psalm 56:3 (ask your kids if they remember this months Bible verse ) -Pre-School Program starting on October 3rd from 10:00-11:00am. Contact Hannah with any questions! Hannah

COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship Tom and Kay Knode 2nd Worship Mary Alice Coats 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 Carmel and Shirley Marsh Mitch and Tamatha Shell Shirley Marsh Nick and Tracy Hinson Becky Wellman Michelle Czich George Lambert Carmel Marsh Jeff Crook Jim Puckett

Prayer Requests
Jane King Millie Hoy Alice DeLong Aaron Smith George Ellis Christian Stiverson Charlene Trombley Sam Dinsmore Naressa Allen Jeane Goldfarb Bruno Dipietro Gladys McCoy Alberta Ellis Wib Sparks Stacy Byers Neal Carter Betty Swartz Ron Ogden Our Troops Karen Hines

SERVING SCHEDULE September 29, 2013


At the Table 1st Dave Tingler & David Riggenbach Dale Rose, Ralph Conrad, Serving 1st Don Gardner, Bill Kelly nd Dale Rose Serving 2 Dave Tingler Pastor of the week Dale Rose PM Deacon COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship Tom and Kay Knode 2nd Worship Mary Alice Coats 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 Thea Kallenberg and Judy Smith Dick and Marg Shumaker

Brave Faith Unafraid


2013 Round Lake Womens Retreat October 4th and 5th Vans will be available for transportation to and from the retreat. Registrations will be taken today in the parlor after Sunday School. Contact Kim Seevers for more details.

EXTRA CHAIRS FREE TO A GOOD HOME!


We have a surplus of extra brown metal chairs at the church. The Facility Management committee recently decided to make our older brown metal chairs available on a first come/first serve basis. If you would like to pick up some of these chairs, they are being stored in our garage across the street. Feel free to stop in during normal office hours (M-W-F) from 7-3 and someone will be glad to assist you.

Courtney Beiter Kay Knode Kim Seevers Carmel Marsh Ray Coats Tim Huffman George Lambert

NOMINATING COMMITTEE
A nominating committee, for church officers for 2014 has been appointed. If you have suggestions for any candidate you may pass them to Mike Cooper, Dave Tingler, Julie Stuck, Carol Craft, Dale Rose or Josh Czich. Book Nook Meeting Monday, September 30, 6:30 p.m.

Tony Wolf Christian Comedian is coming to 5th Avenue! Tony Wolf will be performing on Wednesday, October 16th at 6:30 pm! This is a family friendly event, fun for all ages! Tony puts on a fun show full of jokes, funny songs and serious moments that everyone will enjoy! Bring out all of your friends and family for this fun, and FREE event!

If you havent attended a Book Nook meeting before now, this would be the perfect time to join us. Our September meeting is our first of the season after our summer break. We read and discuss one book a month, including fiction and nonfiction, always with a Christian theme. Our book of the month for September is Once Upon a Time, by Debbie Macomber, whose books regularly appear on the major bestseller lists. With more than 170 million copies in print, Debbie is one of todays leading voices in womens fiction, and a devoted follower of Christ. A copy of Once Upon a Time has been ordered for the church library. The book can also be purchased through Amazon and Christian Book Distributors.

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 "Soul Detox" Room 209 Beverly Puckett, Teacher Mens Class Hearing Gods Word Room 205 Adult Class Discovering Your Spiritual Gift Room 214 Brad Seevers, Teacher Harmony Adult Class First Things Room 204 Dave Tingler, Teacher Philothean Adult Class Parables Room 108 Jim Love, Teacher

Upcoming Events
Wednesday, September 25th Seniors Bible Study, 10am/6:30pm Fellowship Dinner, 5:15pm Parenting Small Group, 6:30pm Elders Meeting, 7:30pm Saturday, September 28th Holiday Parade Float Meeting, 9am Sunday, September 29th Food Pantry Sunday Guest Relations Meeting, 12:30pm Prayer Team, 5pm Radical Small Group, 6pm Monday, September 30th Book Nook, 6:30pm

90th Birthday Celebration!


Marianna Gall will be 90 in December, but we are celebrating early. Please join us for the celebration of a wonderful and happy life. Where: Griley House, 209 E. Market St., Baltimore, OH When: Sunday, September 29th, 1-5pm Today is the last day to RSVP to Dan or Tanis at 740-862-4454 No Gifts Please!

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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!

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