The Christian Messenger

Fifth Avenue Church of Christ 115 W. Fifth Ave. Lancaster, OH 43130 740-654-0626 www.myfacc.com e-mail [email protected]

January 19, 2014

Brad Seevers Senior Minister (740-550-9882) David Tingler Associate Minister

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.

Clearview Mirror and Evangelist Danny VanGundy Friday, January 24th 7:00 p.m.
Come and join us for an evening of Praise and Worship, mixed with some classic rock sounds. Also, hear a powerful testimony from Danny VanGundy about the dangers of prescription drugs, the need for salvation, and the message that hell is real. 1

THOUGHTS FROM BRAD

We are continuing today with our Great Commission series. The purpose of this series is to encourage each members participation in fulfilling the purpose for which God called you. Todays text is Matthew 9:35-38. Heres a great quote to get you thinking: "The longer a church has been in

BITS FROM BRO. DAVE

SUNDAY EVENINGS IN THE SANCTUARY: We are continuing our Sunday evening series, We Meet The Prophets. This week (1/19) our focus is on The One Man Army: Elijah (II Kings 2:9-13). Next week our theme is The Hated Prophet: Micaiah. In coming weeks, we will examine the lives and prophetic ministries of other men like, Amos, Isaiah, Hosea, Micah, Jeremiah and others. Why not join us at 6:00 pm, on Sunday evenings, for this series of studies? MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDIES: Keep watch for an announcement regarding resumption of these sessions. FUTURE EVENT: I want to encourage our seniors to consider attending Senior Saints In The Smokies. Our week will be May 26-30, 2014. If you have questions, contact me. FINAL THOUGHT: The worse thing that happens to a person may be the best thing that ever happened to them if they dont let it get the best of them.

existence, the more its resources go toward its own preservation rather than toward outreach and evangelism. Our tendency is to design ministries that meet our own needs as opposed to the needs of those who have not yet entered the kingdom." - Alan Nelson
Two quotes remember: from last weeks message to

When it comes to the Great Commission, there is no plan B. The Lords plan is you! (David Platt) No one has the right to hear the Gospel twice while there is someone who has not heard it once. (Oswald Chambers)

This Friday, January 24th, Clearview Mirror will be here in concert. Our very own Andy Lambert plays in this band and I do hope you will make plans to join us in a night of fun. The band plays both Christian and radio music but I assure you the music presented will not have questionable lyrics. If you plan to join us, there is no cost for the concert but if you could bring a 2 liter of pop and a bag of chips with your family to share with everyone, that would be great. The concert starts at 7 p.m. As a reminder, some of the music may be louder. Dont let that keep you from coming! On Wednesday night, January 22nd, we will have our next Outreach team meeting. Those who are on this team are encouraged to join us as we map out some plans for 2014. Bring $2-3 for some pizza. The meeting starts at 6:00 p.m. I want to take this opportunity to express thanks to all those who volunteer at FACC. Your willingness to use your gifts for the glory of God is a great reflection to all that Christ reigns in your life. Keep up the good work. In His Service, Brad Seevers, Ephesians 3:20-21

Offering statements for 2013 are available to be picked up in the church parlor. If you have any questions about your statement, please contact Marg Shumaker.
Annual Congregational Meeting The Annual Congregational Meeting for the purpose of reviewing 2013 and looking ahead to 2014 will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 2014. Today is the last day for information to be included in the Annual Report to be turned in to the 2 church office.
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SPIRITUAL STATISTICS January 12, 2014

Sunday School 1st Morning Worship 2nd Morning Worship Total Morning Worship Evening Worship Weekly Budget Budget Received Van Fund Neal Rudolph Memorial 80 90 40 130 38 4,790.00 3,666.30 45.00 100.00

Dorcas Meeting
Dorcas meeting will be on Tuesday, January 21st at noon with a carry-in lunch. Invite a friend or a family member. All ladies are welcome! If you have any questions, contact Linda Daubenmire.

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SERVING SCHEDULE January 19, 2014

At the Table 1st Serving 1st Pastor of the week PM Deacon Dave Tingler and Ralph Conrad Josh Czich, Larry King, George Lambert, Carmel Marsh Dave Tingler Josh Czich

MAYWOOD MISSION FOOD PANTRY

Maywood Mission provides a food pantry for community members in need. Donations can be left at the nursery door entrance on Sunday, January 26th. Items needed for the pantry:
Rice Navy beans Noodles Cereal Canned Fruit Beef Stew Tuna helper Spaghetti Sauce Brownie Mix Canned Vegetables Tuna Cake mix Spaghetti Cornbread Mix Canned Soup

COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship Ray and Margie Ayers nd 2 Worship Larry King GREETERS NURSERY Sunday School 2nd Worship VISITOR CENTER SECURITY 1st Worship Bible School 2nd Worship Evening Worship Ruth Andrews and Jeanne Noble

Shirley Marsh Volunteers Needed Shirley Marsh

Dan Brown Carmel Marsh Tim Huffman Mike Cooper

For Sue Oehrtman and all the ladies who prepared the lunch for Neals family. I greatly appreciate your thoughtfulness and caring. ~ Mary Ann Rudolph

Prayer Requests
Jane King Bertha Boyer Millie Hoy Linda Flesher Kenneth Dusthimer Stephanie Tingler Mary Barnharts Family Naressa Allen Jeane Goldfarb Gladys McCoy Carter Vicki Pettit Donna Stewart Wib Sparks Bill Foss Mark Seevers Phyllis Bussey Emily Olney Ron Ogden Sandy Shover Lois Page

SERVING SCHEDULE January 26, 2014

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Upcoming Events
Tuesday, January 21st Dorcas meeting, noon Wednesday, January 22nd Outreach Team Meeting, 6pm Thursday, January 23rd Missions Meeting, 5pm Friday, January 24th Clearview Mirror Concert, 7pm Saturday, January 25th Craft Corner, 9-noon Sunday, January 26th Food Pantry Sunday Prayer Team, 5:30pm Sunday, February 2nd Grundy Mission Meeting, noon Prayer Team, 5:30pm

Pastor of the week PM Deacon

Fred Griffith & Dave Riggenbach Bob Neff, Dick Shumaker, Ned Tomlinson, Hank Wellman Fred Griffith Bob Neff

COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship Ray and Margie Ayers nd 2 Worship Larry King GREETERS NURSERY Sunday School 2nd Worship VISITOR CENTER SECURITY 1st Worship Bible School 2nd Worship Evening Worship Brenda Hines and Virginia Wentz

Laura Wersell Nick and Tracy Hinson Becky Wellman

David Will George Lambert Jeff Crook Dick Shumaker

Craft Corner Saturday, January 25th 9 a.m. noon

Come and join the fun and fellowship of Christian friends! Bring any craft you are working on. If you are interested in learning a new craft, contact Delores Payne and let her know what you would like to learn. All are welcome at the Craft Corner.

Marie Huffman and Laura Wersell would like to invite all ladies (and gentlemen, too) to a time of FREE FUN FELLOWSHIP & FITNESS. We will meet each morning (Monday through Friday) at the Lancaster YMCA at 7:00 AM for an hour of walking or running. No matter what your fitness level you are welcome to join us each morning or just on the mornings you have available. We will pray for each other, share what we are learning through our personal Bible Studies and encourage one another in our spiritual and physical fitness. Laura (obviously) will be walking and Marie can encourage others to run or learn to run. The YMCA has an indoor track that is free for anyone in the community. If you have any additional questions please contact Laura (740) 654-6536 or Marie.

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 [email protected] 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) Jesus Early Life Room 105 Marie Huffman, Teacher Early Elementary (Kindergarten through 2nd Grade) Jesus, Our Example Room 101 Deborah Will, Teacher Middle Elementary (3rd, 4th, and 5th Grades) Jesus, Our Example Room 106 Becky Hoagland, Teacher Junior High Jesus and Self-Esteem Room 306 Nick Hinson, Teacher Senior High Jesus and My Life Room 308 Nick Barrell, Teacher

Yarn Needed
We are looking for donations of 4-ply, worsted weight yarn (any color) to make hats and scarves for the homeless. Donations may be left in the church library. Update We are expanding the role of the Deacons. We will tell you more about this in next weeks Messenger.

Young Ladies Class (8:00 a.m.) Multiply Room 306 Cassie Bull, Teacher Ladies Class "Sharing Jesus Without Fear" Room 209 Beverly Puckett, Teacher Mens Class Hearing Gods Word Room 205 Adult Class The Book of Titus Room 214 Brad Seevers, Teacher Harmony Adult Class Jesus and the Just Reign of God Room 204 Dave Tingler, Teacher Philothean Adult Class Parables Room 108 Jim Love, Teacher

Lord of the Harvest, Ill Go Matthew 9:35-38 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. If you would like to take a Curious class, please indicate this on your Silent Roll Call Card.

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!