This Sunday:
The Gift We’ve Been Given
Join us as our Lead Pastor Paul Smith brings a message from Romans 3:21–26 as we continue our series Romans: Gripped by the Gospel.
Main Services
8:15, 9:30, and 11:00am – In-person and online
Next Gen Services
9:30am – All ages
11:00am – Birth through 4th grade
If you or a family member are feeling unwell over the weekend, please worship with us online.
Easter Sunday is coming soon! We’ll have three services at our usual times with plenty of overflow seating available.
Next Gen Services
8:15am – Birth through 4th grade
9:30am – All ages
11:00am – Birth through 4th grade
Easter is the perfect time to invite friends and neighbors. Take a picture at our photo booth in the Atrium starting this weekend or share our digital invite card on social media!
Join us for an evening of Scripture, music, and communion reflecting on the last hours before Jesus’ crucifixion.
Baptism Sunday
Sunday, May 7
If you have been thinking about getting baptized or are ready to take the next step in following Jesus, let us know by Wednesday, April 26.
Top Secret At Home Delivered to Your Door Eggstravaganza
This year, FAC Youth is bringing the Easter egg hunt to you! Sign up for a night and we’ll show up at your house between 8:00 and 10:00pm armed with Easter eggs ready to be hidden in your yard—just show us where you want them and leave the rest to us. You’ll have an awesome egg hunt ready for your family the next morning!
Cost is $30 and all proceeds go to the team going to Peru in June.
Activate
Sunday, April 16 – Sunday, May 7
Do you want to live with purpose? Do you desire to serve God through who you are and all you do? Activate may be the next step for you! Join us on this four week journey as we better understand our temperaments, spiritual gifts, and past experiences, all under the umbrella of God’s Word. This round will be co-taught by Heather Smith and Dan McPherson.
Family Fitness Night Planning Team
Our local partner Booker T. Washington Elementary has asked us to help plan a Family Fitness Night for their students and families. We are looking for about 20 adults who can help plan this event.
Contact Tyrone Vinegar if you’re interested!
This Sunday
9:30am
Newcomers Class
Family Life Center (Gym) Room 203–204
Enjoy a life group experience on a Sunday morning. Learn more.
Open Word
Family Life Center (Gym)
This long-standing class is centered around an in-depth study of a book of the Bible – currently Daniel. Learn more.
Young Marrieds and Growing Families
Dining Room
This class is aimed at helping those in this season of their lives with biblical teaching and community. Learn more.
11:00am
Deeper Walk
Dining Room
Pursue spiritual maturity and claim the spiritual freedom afforded you in your relationship with Christ. Learn more.
6:00pm
Boomers and Beyond Gathering
Lower Auditorium
Join us as we hear from Doug Smart, Emmy-winning director and writer and member of the FAC family, about his experiences and lessons from life in Hollywood. Drinks will be provided; bring snacks and finger food to share.
Coming Up
Community Night of Worship
This Sunday at 6:30pm
NorthEast Christian Church
Gather with other churches in Lexington to pray for upcoming Easter services. Learn more.
Vertical
Monday, March 27 at 6:45pm
Join us every week for a time of corporate prayer as we intercede for our church, community, and world. Learn more.
GPOPs
Tuesday, March 28 at 6:45pm
Join the Grandparents and Parents of Prodigals prayer group in the Sanctuary as we pray for our children and grandchildren to come to know and love Jesus.
Next Gen Ministries
FAC Youth Lock-In
Friday, April 21 and Saturday, April 22
FAC Youth is hosting a Lock-In—one night packed with food, fellowship, worship, and fun! We will spend part of our time at FAC and part of our time at Malibu Jacks in Lexington. $40 covers the entire cost for meals, events, and activities at Malibu Jacks.
FAC Kids – Birth through 4th Grade
Instagram
Sundays at 9:30 and 11:00am
Middle School – 5th through 8th Grade
Instagram | Text @midupdate to 81010
Sundays at 9:30am
Wednesdays at 6:30pm
High School – 9th through 12th Grade
Newsletter | Instagram | Text @facparents to 81010
Sundays at 9:30am
Wednesdays at 6:30pm
By the Numbers
February 2023
Attendance (weekly Sunday average)
| In person | 1,307 | 4 weeks |
| Online | 602 | 4 weeks |
Giving
| Fund | Actual | |
|---|---|---|
| General Fund | $130.3k | 88% of monthly budget |
| Alliance Missions | $14.8k |
Custodial Help Needed
Preparing the church building for ministry is a vital role in the operations of the church! Our facilities team is looking for team members to serve behind the scenes so that attendees and guests can focus on worship, discipleship, Bible study, and other aspects of ministry. Schedules are flexible.