This Sunday:
Why Do We Gather?

Join us as our Lead Pastor Paul Smith brings a message from Acts 2:42–48.

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I’m Going Last!

This past January through May, our average Sunday morning attendance was 1,700! That’s up 400 people from the previous year.

As we continue to steward and maximize the capacity of our building and parking lot, we are adding a fourth service at 12:30pm every Sunday beginning August 11!

Many of our visitors, families, and college students attend second and third services, and many Sundays seats and parking spaces run out! We have had up to 100 people in our Lower Auditorium overflow worship space when there are no seats left in the Sanctuary. More than once, 10+ cars have come into the parking lot and left because they couldn’t find a place to park.

Would you prayerfully consider Going Last? We need a few hundred people to commit to Going Last and move to our new 12:30 service time so that we can welcome as many as possible to worship Jesus with us this August.

Please note that Nursery, Preschool, and Children’s Ministry will not be available during the 12:30 service. However, the nursing mom’s room with livestream feed will be available for use!

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I’m Going First!

We are so grateful for the 200 people who have committed to attending first service at 8:15am each week! We would love to see attendance at this service double over the next year to help make room for visitors, families, and college students who attend our second and third services.

Nursery, Preschool, and Children’s Ministry through fourth grade meet during the 8:15 service!

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Baptism Sunday

Sunday, July 21

If you have been thinking about getting baptized or are ready to take the next step in following Jesus, let us know by Sunday, July 14.

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Launch

Sunday, July 14 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.

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24 Hour Prayer

This Monday and Tuesday

Sign up for one or more 30-minute time slots from 12:00pm on Monday, July 8 to 12:00pm on Tuesday, July 9 as we join with other churches in Central Kentucky to pray for our city and nation. Pray individually, as a family, or with a small group either here at the church or from home. A prayer guide and journal will be available.

As a church, we value and champion expectant prayer. Join us in this important work!

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Join the Keeping in Touch Team

The Keeping In Touch Team focuses on staying connected with those within our church family that are homebound or home-limited. A visit may include a time of prayer, a delivery of a small gift, and the latest issues of Engage or Alliance Life Magazine. If you’re interested in joining this team, please contact Jessica Freeburne for more information.

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Help out with the Russell Cave Back to School Rally

Saturday, July 27, 8:00am-2:00pm

Join us in serving Russell Cave Church of Christ as they host their annual Back to School Rally for Fayette County Public Schools! We need 15 to 20 volunteers to help run game stations.

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Join the ESL Teaching Team

Pastor Tyrone is building a team that will help explore what it means for FAC to offer Jesus through ESL classes in our community. To learn more or express interest, sign up now!

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This Sunday

9:30am

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.

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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.

GPOPs

Tuesday at 6:45pm

You are welcome at the Grandparents and Parents of Prodigals prayer group which meets in the Prayer Room to pray for our children and grandchildren to come to know and love Jesus. This month our prayer focus will be Isaiah 42:7.

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.

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.

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Coming Up

Summer Worship Night

Thursday, July 11 at 7:00pm

Enjoy worship, prayer, and un-rushed time in God’s presence. Other dates this summer: July 25 and August 8.

Men’s Ministry Breakfast

Saturday, July 13 at 9:00am

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

Women’s Ministry Summer Celebration

Thursday, July 18 from 6:30 to 8:30pm

Join with the women of FAC for our Summer Celebration event, Joy! Join us for an evening of fellowship, worship, and testimonies sharing how the Lord is our place of joy. Light snacks and water will be provided. Please bring your own lawn chair or blanket. You may also bring a snack to share, but that is not required!

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Next Gen Ministries

High School Summer Schedule

FAC Youth will meet every Wednesday throughout the summer! Stay up-to-date on times, locations, and activities by subscribing to our newsletter, following us on Instagram, or texting @facparents to 81010.

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YoungLives Donations

FAC’s local partner YoungLives thanks you for your generous donations! Here is an updated list of items that we are currently accepting.

• Baby wipes
• Formula
• Clothes (sizes newborn to 24 months)

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