Connector August 10

Back to Four Services

We return to four services this Sunday! A few important reminders:

• Services will be held at 8:15, 9:30, 11:00 and 12:30.
• If at all possible, we ask you to attend our 8:15 or 12:30 services.
• It is Step Up Sunday! Check this Friday’s Connector for information on all Next Gen Ministries.
• If you worship at the 9:30 or 11:00 services, remember that the Lower Auditorium Chapel space is a great option for you.
• Leave yourself plenty of time. Please be kind to our Parking Team and honor their instructions so we keep everyone safe.

Happening this Saturday

English as a Second Language Teacher’s Training

This Saturday at 9:00am

You are invited to a teacher’s training for English as a second language (ESL), where we’ll show you what a class is like and help equip you to teach. No experience is needed. We hope to launch two new classes in September!

Men’s Ministry Service Breakfast

This Saturday at 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 work projects.

This Sunday

Quit Keeping Up with the Joneses

Our Lead Pastor Paul Smith will bring a message from Exodus 20:17 and 1 Timothy 6:7-19 as we conclude our series That You May Live.

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. On August 31, they will begin a study in Hebrews. 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.

Deeper Walk is discussing The Soul Care Leader: Healthy Living and Leading by Dr. Rob Reimer. All are welcome to attend!

Upcoming Events

This Week

24 Hour Prayer

Monday and Tuesday

Sign up for one or more 30-minute time slots from 12:00pm on Monday, August 11 to 12:00pm on Tuesday, August 12 as we join with other churches in Central Kentucky to pray for our city. 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. Sign up to participate in this important work!

Men’s Ministry Bible Study

Monday at 5:30pm

We are journeying through the book of Ephesians and would love for you to join us. We will be going through one chapter a week, so you can jump in and out at any time and still keep yourself up-to-date. Sign up now.

Vertical

Monday at 6:45pm

This powerful time of corporate prayer happens every week 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. Sign up now.

Men’s Ministry Freedom Group

Thursday at 6:30pm

The purpose of this new group is to help each other walk in freedom from anything that keeps us from living the life that Jesus purchased for us on the cross. We will meet in room 203 and 204. Please enter through the main entrance. Sign up now.

Summer Worship Night

Thursday at 7:00pm

Our final worship night for the summer will meet in the Sanctuary. Come enjoy worship, prayer, and un-rushed time in God’s presence.

Young Professionals

Thursday at 7:00pm

The Young Professionals group meets weekly on Thursdays in homegroups (resuming this fall) throughout the area and once a month in a large group. We share a meal and dive deeper into what it looks like to follow Jesus. Sign up now.

Men’s Mini Conference

Saturday, August 16, 8:00-11:00am

Lower Auditorium Chapel

All men 18 and up are invited to this free Men’s Mini Conference with Dr. Matthew Sleeth, author of 24/6: A Prescription for a Healthier, Happier Life. Dr. Sleeth will expound on his sermon from June and hit the high points from his book. Men will leave this session with the challenge of how to make the commandment to keep the Sabbath real in their lives.

Coming Up

Wired for Community

August 17 and 24 at 11:00am

This is an orientation for all Life Group leaders and those exploring the possibility of starting a group in the fall. We will meet in the Gym and reaffirm our commitment to creating spaces where people can build meaningful relationships with Jesus at the center. Time will be divided into three blocks, with attention to each of FAC’s movements (UP, IN, and OUT) and how these elements are also found in healthy small groups.

Meetings will be identical; you only need to attend one. Childcare will not be needed as Sunday Next Gen programing runs concurrently. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.

MomGroup Pre-Launch Park Date

Tuesday, August 19 at 9:30am

Join the MomGroup leaders at Harrods Hill Park in Lexington to learn more about MomGroup. Children welcome; snacks and drinks will be provided. No need to register! Full registration for MomGroup will open in August.

GriefShare

Starting Thursday, August 21 at 6:30pm

GriefShare is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Over 13 weeks ending November 6, 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 Abigail Stone if you have any questions.

Grandparenting and Parenting Together Seminar

Saturday, August 30 from 8:30am to 12:00pm

Grandparents often play a unique role in the lives of their grandchildren. According to recent studies, partnership between parents and grandparents is increasingly critical for intergenerational discipleship and helping kids persist in their faith. Sign up for this live interactive seminar led by David Wheeler of Legacy Coalition to learn more.

A light breakfast will be served at 8:30am, and the seminar will get rolling promptly at 9:00am! The event costs $10 ($15 for couples).

Next Gen Ministries

Don’t Do Summer Alone

Tuesdays at 6:00pm

WGM Student Center in Wilmore

Join the College Ministry weekly throughout the summer as we spend time studying the scriptures together. We will have a time of fellowship, teaching, small groups, prayer, and reflection.

Don’t Do Summer Alone will meet through August 15.

College Welcome Back

Wednesday, September 3 at 7:00pm

College students, come learn when, why, where, and how we will do College Ministry this year. We have students from lots of colleges and universities—UK, Transy, AU, BCTC, and more. We can’t wait to help you connect with us and each other!

Announcements

Help Us Make Space this Fall

I’m Going Lower

Our Lower Auditorium Chapel has become a beloved and integral part of our Sunday morning worship experience at 9:30 and 11:00. We want this space to be just as engaged as the Sanctuary—singing, connecting, listening, and responding. We have added prayer benches to the front, a small coffee station, praise packs for kids, and are planning a dedicated Guest Services team starting this fall.

We need 100 more people to commit to regularly worshipping in the Lower Auditorium Chapel during the school year to help make space in the Sanctuary. Would you be willing to Go Lower as we welcome so many this coming fall?

I’m Going Last

Launched in August of 2024, our 12:30 service has become an engaged and vibrant community. With our space constraints at 9:30 and 11:00, we need another 100 people to join the 70 people who attended our identical 12:30 service regularly last year.

Our 12:30 service starts up again on August 10. Would you be willing to Go Last to help us create more space in our Sanctuary and parking lots at our other service times?

Willing to Walk

Another way you can serve our visitors, families with children, and those with limited mobility is by parking in our back lot. Pick up a Willing to Walk hanger at Guest Services, hang it on your rearview mirror, and our Parking Team will know to send you to the back lot.

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