Connector
March 23
You’re invited!
Join us as we walk through the parking lot of Dunbar High School each Saturday and pray for our upcoming Easter service.
This Sunday
Being Found by the Father’s Love
Our Lead Pastor Paul Smith will bring a message from Luke 15 as a part of our series To Seek and to Save.
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
God Owns It All: World-Influencing Fiscal Freedom and Generosity
Room 203-204
This class seeks to clarify God’s will for your finances by applying biblical principles and wisdom so that you can experience contentment, fiscal confidence, better family communication and planning, and world-influencing stewardship. Sign up now.
Deeper Walk
Dining Room
Pursue spiritual maturity and claim the spiritual freedom afforded you in your relationship with Christ. Learn more.
Deeper Walk is discussing The Soul Care Leader: Healthy Living and Leading by Dr. Rob Reiner. All are welcome to attend!
All About Easter
We are holding our Easter service at Dunbar High School this year!
We will have one main service April 20 at 10:30am (with Children’s Ministry for birth through 4 years old). There will be an identical preservice at 8:15am at Dunbar specifically for all Easter volunteers and their families, as well as those with mobility issues or sensory challenges.
To hear more about the vision for this, check out this clip from Pastor Paul. More information will be released as we get closer to Easter.
We are excited for the opportunity to celebrate baptisms on Easter Sunday!
Any adults or high schoolers may be baptized that day; we will also have a Baptism Sunday on May 11 for children and middle schoolers! We have the ability to celebrate up to 6 baptisms in each Easter service (8:15am preservice and 10:30am main service).
Please let us know if you’re interested!
Passover Seder Meal
Tuesday, April 15, 5:00-8:00pm
Join us for a multi-sensory evening of learning, eating, and participating in a Passover seder meal. The experience will be similar to Jesus’ last supper with His disciples and what is still practiced in Jewish homes today.
Maundy Thursday Service
Thursday, April 17, 7:00-7:45pm
Our Maundy Thursday service will be held in the Sanctuary, where we will worship by candlelight, remember the final hours of Jesus’ life, and share communion together.
Upcoming Events
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.
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 people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Over 13 weeks ending April 3, you’ll find relief and comfort as you learn what to expect in the days ahead and how to navigate your personal grief process. Please contact Jessica Freeburne if you have any questions.
Worship Night
Thursday at 7:00pm
All are welcome to a service of spontaneous, Spirit-led worship and prayer in the Lower Auditorium/Chapel. This will be a time for people to simply gather to be in the presence of God, worship, listen to Him, pray, and encourage one another.
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
Lexington Rescue Mission Spring Serve
Saturday, April 5, 12:30-5:00pm
Lexington Rescue Mission needs help moving donations back to the fourth floor of their building after recent construction. Come help move items from outside storage units and the first floor. This project is a great multigenerational opportunity and would be a perfect way for life groups to go OUT together. We hope you will come and help us serve this ministry that is doing great work to meet the needs of people in our city.
Dramatic Recitation of the Book of Hebrews
Sunday, April 6, 11:00am
High School Room
This Easter season, immerse yourself in the transformational book of Hebrews as Mary Thomas performs a dramatic recitation from memory. Light refreshments will be served.
The Whole Team for the Whole Church
Beginning Sunday, April 27
Weekly at 11:00am for four weeks
We have a great opportunity for those of you who have been looking for a spring quarter growing group! Jeff Miller, our District Superintendent, will be offering a four week class on how Jesus builds His church and what His place is for you. You’ll lean into your calling and ministry giftedness as you study Ephesians 4.
Next Gen Ministries
FAC Kids — Birth through 4th Grade
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Sundays at 8:15, 9:30, and 11:00am
Middle School — 5th through 8th Grade
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Sundays at 9:30 and 11:00am
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00pm
High School — 9th through 12th Grade
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Sundays at 9:30am
Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm
Announcements
Jessica Freeburne will conclude her role as the Director of Care and Prayer Ministries on April 4. We are so thankful for her work on our staff team! In this next season she will focus on completing a certification in spiritual direction and spending more time with her family.
From Jessica:
I am thankful for the honor I have had to serve FAC through the various ministries of Care and Prayer over the last almost 6 years. I am looking forward to continuing to partner together with you as a volunteer to serve our FAC church family and our community! I love what God is doing at FAC.
Beginning April 5, two current staff members will be handling the important areas of prayer and care. Kaylee Jo Neeley will lead our Prayer Ministries, and Abigail Stone will be the contact for our Care Ministries. Both look forward to serving the FAC family and these ministry teams.
When you see Jessica, be sure to thank her for her investment in our church family!
FAC Annual Meeting 2025: WITH
Sunday, June 9 during all four services
Mark your calendars for this year’s Annual Meeting! You don’t want to miss out on this special time of celebration, reflection and vision-casting as we handle the annual business of the church.
The Nominating Committee now welcomes nominations for the Leadership Board and next year’s Nominating Committee. Active members may nominate other active members by contacting Deb MacKay. The deadline for nominations is Friday, April 4.
By the Numbers
February 2025
Attendance (weekly Sunday average)
| In person | 1,787 | 4 weeks |
| Online | 662 | 4 weeks |
Giving
| Fund | Actual | |
|---|---|---|
| General Fund | $231.4k | 110.7% of monthly budget |
| Alliance Missions | $11.9k |
Helpful Links
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- Listen to your favorite worship songs all week on Spotify.
Main Services
8:15, 9:30, 11:00, and 12:30 — In-person and online
Next Gen Services
8:15am — Birth through kindergarten
9:30am — All ages
11:00am — Birth through 8th grade
12:30pm — No Next Gen services
If you are traveling or feeling unwell over the weekend, please worship with us online.
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