Connector for April 14

This Sunday:
Standing Under the Word

Join us as Dan McPherson, our Pastor of Group Life and High School, brings a message from Matthew 13:1–23 as we continue our series The Gospel of the Kingdom.

We need YOU!

As we continue to welcome more people who want to worship Jesus, we need more of YOU to step into a Serving Group! If you don’t have your Worship + 2, or if your Serving Group isn’t weekly and you’re able to help out, please stop by our tables in the Atrium this Sunday. We’ll help you find a role and group that fits you—we have needs in Guest Services, FAC Kids, Middle School, our Safety Team and more!

Main Services
8:15, 9:30, and 11:00am – In-person and online

Next Gen Services
8:15am – Birth through 4th grade
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.

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Launch

This Sunday at 12:15pm

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


Hope for the Journey

Saturday, April 20 at 8:30am

The Hope for the Journey conference is a training designed to encourage and equip parents, caregivers, church communities, and professionals caring for children, particularly those impacted by trauma, adoption, or foster care. Join us starting at 8:30am to learn more about Trust Based Relational Intervention (TBRI).


Baptism Sunday

Sunday, May 5

If you have been thinking about getting baptized or are ready to take the next step in following Jesus, let us know by Sunday, April 28.


OUT Opportunities

Family Fitness Night

Booker T. Washington Elementary

Thursday, April 18 from 5:00 to 8:30pm

We are looking for around 20 adults who can come out and serve BTW students and families. This event will connect people with different medical professionals and encourage active lifestyles.

Medical Team:

We need medical professionals and volunteers who can assist with the following:

  • Blood pressure checks
  • Dental checks
  • Healthy eating discussions

Activity Team:

BTW wants to see families up and active, so we could use anyone who enjoys games or has great game ideas to help promote activity.


Teacher’s Appreciation Lunch

Wellington and Booker T. Washington Elementary

May 3 and 7

We are looking for people willing to cook food and serve teachers at Wellington Elementary on Friday, May 3 and BTW on Tuesday, May 7. Due to limited serving space we have to limit the teams to no more than 10 people.


This Saturday

9:00am

Men’s Ministry Breakfast

Enjoy a great breakfast with the men of FAC and stay until around noon to help with a few service projects.


This Sunday

8:15am

Free Book Fair

Lower Auditorium Room 12

We’re giving away books and resources we’ve had stored at the church for a long time. Come take what you’d like!

9:30am

College Ministry Small Group

Living Room

Josh Lynch and Kendall McKee facilitate this class for college students about finances, stewardship, and how to be faithful with what you have now.

Open Word

Family Life Center Room 203–204

This long-standing class is centered around an in-depth study of a book of the Bible. 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.

Mining the Riches of the Old Testament

Family Life Center Room 203–204

Discover how God revealed himself to his people, learn to mine the riches of the Old Testament, and learn its lessons that are applicable today. Learn more.

The Word and the World

Family Life Center Youth Room (2nd Floor)

Join Doug Matthews, Dan McPherson, and occasional guest speakers as we tackle cultural issues that, from a Christian perspective, can seem daunting. Learn more.


This Week

Vertical

Monday at 6:45pm

This powerful gathering happens every week! Meet us in the Sanctuary for a time of corporate prayer as we intercede for our church, community, and world. Learn more.

Men’s Mid(ish) Week

Thursday at 6:30am

Come hear a short devotional while we eat breakfast together in the Dining Room. We’ll finish our time with prayer before we head out into the rest of the day on mission.

GriefShare

Thursday at 6:30pm

GriefShare is a safe, welcoming place where you’ll find relief and comfort as you learn what to expect in the days ahead and how to navigate your personal grief process. Learn more.

Young Professionals

Thursday at 7:00pm

The Young Professionals group meets weekly on Thursdays in homegroups throughout the area to share a meal and dive deeper into what it looks like to follow Jesus. Sign up now.


Coming Up

Women’s Retreat: Open

Friday, April 26 to Sunday, April 28

Join with the women of FAC for our annual retreat and enjoy a weekend of fellowship and exploration into our great God. We look forward to having you with us! Scholarships are available.


Next Gen Ministries

FAC Kids Needs You!

VBX is coming up June 9–13, and we need your help to make it happen! We are in need of folks to lead preschool and elementary small groups throughout the week and folks to join our snack and game teams. Interested? Reach out to Hannah Meredith for further details about serving during the best week of the year!


FAC Kids – Birth through 4th Grade
Instagram | Facebook

Sundays at 8:15, 9:30, and 11:00am


Middle School – 5th through 8th Grade
Instagram | Spotify | 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


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