Connector for September 29

This Sunday:
God Is Able to Use Us

Join us as our Lead Pastor Paul Smith brings a message from Judges 6:1–24 as we continue our series God Is Able.


Main Services
8:15, 9:30, 11:00, and 12:30 — In-person and online

Next Gen Services
8:15am — Birth through 4th grade
9:30am — All ages
11:00am — Birth through 8th grade
12:30pm — No Next Gen services

If you or a family member are feeling unwell over the weekend, please worship with us online.

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Baptism Sunday

Sunday, November 3

If you have been thinking about getting baptized or are ready to take the next step in following Jesus, let us know by Sunday, October 27.


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 and taught by a team of teachers. We alternate between Old and New Testament and spend the summer months in Psalms. 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.

September Institute: What are the Major Worldviews, and Does Christianity Make the Most Sense?

Family Life Center (Gym) Room 203–204

How do worldviews influence the destinies of individuals, families, cultures, and nations? This class will help Christians seeking to serve as biblical light and salt to family and loved ones plus discern and engage culture, ideas, and worldviews.


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.

Inductive Bible Study

Wednesday at 7:30pm

Are you satisfied with your Bible-reading experience? Might there be new ways of engaging God’s word that you haven’t yet considered? This quarter’s Inductive Bible Study course is specifically designed for people just like you, and the goal is incredibly simple: to help you become a better reader of the Bible. Sign up now.

Men’s Mid(ish) Week

Thursday at 6:30am

Our Men’s Ministry meets weekly to enjoy a delicious breakfast, share about our lives, and study the Scriptures as we grow together in community as followers of Jesus Christ.

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. Sign up on the GriefShare website.

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

Communion Service

Sunday, October 6 at 6:00pm

All are welcome to join in an evening of meditation, prayer, and the sharing of Holy Communion as we celebrate Worldwide Communion Sunday.

Men’s Retreat

Friday, October 25 to Sunday, October 27

Join us for a weekend of connecting with God and other men at Laurel Lake Baptist Camp. There will be good food, good conversation, good worship, and good fun. Scholarships are available; we would love for you to be a part of this experience! Learn more.


Next Gen Ministries

Middle School Fall Retreat

Friday, October 18 to Sunday, October 20

The 2024 Fall Retreat is here! Our Fall Retreat is a special event where we can escape the busyness of life and focus on our relationship with God. We take this event very seriously, and not all students are ready for this kind of event. We will be challenging our students to take new steps in their faith. Want to learn more? Reach out to Pastor Tanner.


High School Fall Retreat

Friday, October 18 to Sunday, October 20

Fall Retreat 2024 is right around the corner, and it will be an awesome weekend of worship, food, fun, and fellowship! Register now for an early bird discount.


FAC Kids Overnight

Friday, November 1 to Saturday, November 2

It’s a night of fun, pizza, big games, surprises, and more! Stay all night, or leave at 10:00 pm if you need to. Cost is just $15 per person, which includes dinner, snack, breakfast, an amazing time, and a t-shirt.

Parents, if you are interested in hanging out with us, we’d love for you to lead a small group, spend the night, or help us out with other shenanigans we’ve got planned! Reach out and let us know.


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 9:30 and 11:00am
Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00pm


High School — 9th through 12th Grade
Newsletter | Instagram | Text @facparents to 81010

Sundays at 9:30am
Wednesdays, 6:30–8:30pm


By the Numbers

August 2024

Attendance (weekly Sunday average)

In person1,6944 weeks
Online4923 weeks *

* Data from August 4 was incomplete and has not been included.

Giving

FundActual
General Fund$190.9k91% of monthly budget
Alliance Missions$10.7k

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