Connector – March 9

Connector
March 9

Take Our Annual Survey

Our annual survey is exceptionally helpful to our staff and leadership teams. It is one way we gauge if our ministries fulfill our mission of being a loving community of disciple-makers serving and reaching generations with the gospel in our city and around the world.

The survey will be live until March 11 and is available to anyone 16 years or older who considers FAC their home church. It should take under 10 minutes to complete!

If you require a paper copy, please contact the church office at (859) 223-1394.

Welcome Eliseo Mejia!

We are excited to welcome Rev. Dr. Eliseo Mejia as our new part-time Pastor of Intercultural Engagement. His role will be to help anyone for whom English is their second language or who comes from a different cultural background to feel at home and welcomed into life at FAC. He will assist with translation needs, help people find groups, and host fellowship dinners and other events with an eye towards community and engagement.

This Sunday

The Walk-Away Jesus

Our Lead Pastor Paul Smith will bring a message from Mark 1:29-42 as a part of our new 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

We live in the wealthiest nation in the history of the world. So why don’t we feel rich? Why do we experience so much discontentment?

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.

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!

Easter Sunday

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.

Upcoming Events

This Saturday

Men’s Ministry Service Breakfast

Dining Room, 9:00am

Enjoy a great breakfast with the men of FAC, along with a time of discussion, sharing, and prayer in the Dining Room. If you’re able, stay after for some indoor work projects.

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.

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

Men’s Mini Conference

Saturday, March 22, 8:00-11:00am

Lower Auditorium/Chapel

Men’s Ministry will have our first mini conference of 2025 on Saturday, March 22. A light, continental breakfast will be served, and we will watch two new breakout session videos from the Men’s Conference in February. We will have group discussions after each video along with time for fellowship and networking. This event is free, and you do not need to have attended the Men’s Conference in February!

Even If: Women’s Retreat

March 28-30, 2025

Laurel Lake Baptist Camp

Join us for a weekend of fellowship and teaching as we lean into the goodness of God, even if our lives don’t look exactly like we planned. Hear stories from members of Women’s Ministry and enjoy a true retreat with God in a beautiful setting.

Saturday only options are available as well as the opportunity to stay offsite at a local hotel.

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

Helpful Links


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 are traveling or feeling unwell over the weekend, please worship with us online.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel for easy access to videos of our services.