Connector for April 23

This Sunday:
How to Stand Firm When God Seems Unfaithful

Join us as our Lead Pastor Paul Smith brings a message from Romans 9:1–4 and 10:1–16 as a part of 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.


Launch

This Sunday at 12:15pm

If you’re new to First Alliance, we hope you’ll join us for Launch in the Lower Auditorium. Enjoy lunch, meet our staff, and learn more about the heart of our church! Childcare will be provided.


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 this Wednesday.


Women’s Ministry Summer Bible Study

This summer we will be studying the book of Nehemiah! Nehemiah recounts the relationship between a faithful God and His people. It is a story of God’s sovereignty and the power of prayer. It is a story of perseverance and trust in a covenant-keeping God. Ultimately, it is a story that points us to hope found in the gospel.


Signups for the summer study will open Sunday, May 14, and small groups will start the week of June 11. Groups will meet varying days both in person and on Zoom.


If you would like to study Nehemiah but your summer schedule is too full, there will be one spring group led by Lindsey Burris meeting from April 26 to June 7 on Wednesdays at 6:30pm. One spot remaining! Learn more and register now.

Are you wondering where your Bible went?

How about your favorite mug or jacket?

There’s a chance it has landed in our lost and found!

Stop by the lost and found table in the Lower Atrium this Sunday to see if anything is yours. Unclaimed items will be donated or discarded on April 24.

Beginning April 24, we will donate or discard items in the lost and found after 90 days. Thanks for helping us keep our building tidy!

This Sunday

9:30am

Open Word

Family Life Center (Gym)

This long-standing class is centered around an in-depth study of a book of the Bible. Join us this spring as we study Jesus—who He is, His mission, and what He demands of His followers. 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

Activate

Family Life Center (Gym) Room 203–204

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 as we better understand our temperaments, spiritual gifts, and past experiences, all under the umbrella of God’s Word.

Deeper Walk

Dining Room

Pursue spiritual maturity and claim the spiritual freedom afforded you in your relationship with Christ. Learn more.

Sharing Jesus Without Fear

Lower Auditorium Room 13

Ever wish you had an easy way to express to others the joy you’ve found in Christ? Ever regret not sharing the simple Truths because you were afraid? If you answered yes to either, this class is for you. Learn more.


6:00pm

Boomers and Beyond Gathering

Lower Auditorium

Join us in the Lower Auditorium as we look back at the 1970 revival at Asbury and hear from those who attended the revival in February. Drinks will be provided; bring snacks and finger food to share.


Coming Up

Vertical

Monday 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 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.

Our Great Redeemer’s Praise

Sunday, May 7 at 6:00pm

Join us for our next Intergenerational Worship Night! All ages welcome; refreshments and fellowship will follow in the Atrium.


Next Gen Ministries

FAC Kids Vacation Bible eXperience

June 11–15, 6:00–8:00pm

FAC Kids VBX is hittin’ the trail to the wild west this summer! Together, we’ll spend five days learnin’ about life of Joseph. Each evening is jam-packed with music, games, crafts, and an Bible story from Joseph’s life that reminds us that whatever we do and wherever we go, God is always with us!

Registration opens Sunday at 8:00am and spots are limited, so put it on your calendar! VBX is open to kids in our Sunday morning Giraffe Class (kids who turned 3 years old before July 31, 2022) through 4th grade.


FAC Kids – Birth through 4th Grade
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Sundays at 9:30 and 11:00am


Middle School – 5th through 8th Grade
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Sundays at 9:30am
Wednesdays at 6:30pm


High School – 9th through 12th Grade
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Sundays at 9:30am
Wednesdays at 6:30pm


By the Numbers

March 2023

Attendance (weekly Sunday average)

In person1,2003 weeks
Online3283 weeks

Please note that attendance numbers do not include Sunday, March 5 due to the power outage.

Giving

FundActual
General Fund$176.4k103% of monthly budget
Alliance Missions$9.2k

Year to Date (July 2022-March 2023)

Giving

FundActual
General Fund$1,657k110% of YTD budget
Alliance Missions$113.4k

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