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Welcoming the Unwanted God

Our Lead Pastor Paul Smith will bring a message from Luke 4:14-30 as we continue our series House of Prayer.

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Check out the Christian and Missionary Alliance’s 40 Days of Prayer resources.

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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 and taught by a team of teachers. They are currently studying 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!

Winter Quarter Sign-Ups

Life Groups: Create a space to intentionally share your life with others, grow spiritually together, and encourage each other through the highs and lows of life. Over 30 groups meet throughout the week, in Lexington, Nicholasville, Wilmore, and Versailles. See a list of groups and sign up now.

Women’s Ministry: Participate in one of the many groups and events available this quarter. Options include a Bible study on Revelation, our Start Here class on the basics of Christianity, Life to Life tables, and our Quarterly Coffee! Learn more.

Men’s Ministry: Connect with the men of FAC with groups and Bible studies throughout the week, at their monthly service breakfast, or through a conference or retreat. Learn more.

Acts 1:8 Teams: Help us respond more efficiently and effectively as we serve our local and cross-cultural partners. Learn more.

For more, check out the latest issue of Engage Magazine!

Events This Week

Vertical

Monday at 6:45pm

This weekly time of corporate and personal prayer, live worship, and scripture reading has been reimagined for the new year as we intercede for our church, community, and world. Learn more.

College Spring Kickoff Night

Wednesday at 6:00pm
Sanctuary

College students, we’re kicking off the Spring semester with a night just for you! We’ll start with dinner together and then share a powerful, multi-school, student-led time of worship. We’ll cast vision for the semester ahead, share how you can get connected at FAC, and highlight opportunities to jump into community—including joining The Table ministry we launched last semester. You’ll also hear real stories and testimonies from students who have been impacted through our ministries and gatherings. Come hungry and bring a friend!

Ongoing Groups

Many ministries have groups that meet throughout the week. Visit the links below to learn more and sign up!

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Learn more about Life Groups →

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Learn more about Women’s Ministry →

Revelation Bible Study, Start Here Class, Freedom Groups

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Learn more about Men’s Ministry →

Monday Night Men’s Study, The Ember Circle, Men’s Mid(ish) Week, Freedom Group

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Learn more about Young Adults →

College Ministry (The Table, The Furnace), Young Professionals Ministry

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Learn more about Senior Adult Ministry →

Lunch Bunch, The Gathering

Upcoming Opportunities

Christ & Culture: Navigating the Crisis of Our Civilization

February 1–March 29, 9:30am

This nine-week series with Pastor Eliseo Mejia is designed to explore how our cultural moment engages with the biblical roots of culture and to diagnose the deepest societal crises of our time. We will look at how Christ offers a robust response through the Kingdom of God, calling the Church to be a healing presence in a fractured world.

Additionally, through spiritual formation and practical mission, we, as followers of Jesus, learn to live as a faithful counterculture. Ultimately, this journey invites us to enjoy new cultural environments with Christ at its core—full of hope beyond the crisis.

The Marriage Course

Starting Sunday, February 1 from 5:00 to 7:00pm

The Marriage Course is designed to help couples of all ages and stages take time out of their busy lives to strengthen their connection, as well as make time and space to have enriching and meaningful conversations around the issues that matter most in your marriage. There are no group discussions, only private conversations with your spouse.

The following will be provided:

• Study journals
• Childcare for birth to 4th grade
• Light refreshments

Don’t miss out on this once-a-year opportunity provided by Congregational Care! We’d love to have you join us for this 7-week video series by Alpha.

Connections Breakfast

Sunday, February 8 at 9:30am

If you are newer to First Alliance, we would love to have you at our Connections Breakfast!

This event will be during our second service. You will meet some of our pastoral staff, hear about our church, enjoy a light breakfast, and find out ways we can serve you.

No Regrets – Men’s Conference

Saturday, February 21 from 8:00am to 4:00pm

First Alliance Church is excited to be an official host site for the 2026 No Regrets Men’s Conference, a global gathering of men seeking deeper faith, stronger character, and courageous leadership in every sphere of life.

This year’s theme is Surrender, based on Romans 12:1, calling men to offer their whole lives to God and live with bold, Christ-centered purpose.

Join thousands of men across the world for a day designed to challenge, equip, and inspire you to follow Jesus without hesitation and with no regrets.

The $20 registration fee includes a homemade breakfast, lunch from Chick-fil-A, and all conference materials.

Next Gen Ministries

New year, new serving opportunities with FAC Kids!

As you settle into the new year, would you prayerfully consider making serving with FAC Kids part of your 2026? We are currently in need of 12 once or twice month volunteers in our 9:30 service toddler class, as well as 21 once or twice a month volunteers in our 11:00 service preschool classes.

Ready to jump in? Have questions about serving with FAC Kids? Contact Hannah Meredith.

Announcements

Church Office Closed

The church office will be closed on Monday, January 19 for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Sign Up for Text Message Alerts

In the event of inclement weather, we will alert you to any service delays or cancellations through email, text message, our website, and Facebook.

To sign up for text message alerts, text UPDATES to (859) 251-3944 or click here.

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