Connector July 27

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.

This Sunday

Don’t Steal, But Do This Instead

Our Lead Pastor Paul Smith will bring a message from Exodus 20:15 as we continue our series That You May Live and celebrate Baptism Sunday.

Our 12:30 service is on pause for the summer and will return August 10.

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.

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

4:00pm

Boomers and Beyond Annual Picnic

Sunday, July 27 at 4:00pm

Join us for a great time of good food, summer fun, & celebration of faith and friendship! Our guest speakers will be Kendall and Katy McKee, who will be sharing their story of “a long obedience in the same direction,” and the focus of their work developing next-gen leaders with a global kingdom vision.

Bring lots of good “picnic” dishes to share. Fried chicken and drinks will be supplied. Please RSVP to John Doyle by Sunday, July 20 so we’ll know how to prepare.

In the case of rain, we’ll meet in the FAC gym.

Upcoming Events

This Week

Men’s Ministry Bible Study

Monday at 5:30pm

This weekly study begins the book of Ephesians Monday, July 7. Now is a great time 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 gathering happens every week! Join us for a time of corporate prayer as we intercede for our church, community, and world. Learn more.

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

Enjoy worship, prayer, and un-rushed time in God’s presence. Meets in the Chapel/Lower Auditorium.

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, 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.

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.

OUT Opportunities

Back to School Rally

Saturday, August 2 from 8:00am to 2:00pm

Join us in serving Russell Cave Church of Christ as they host their annual Back to School Rally for Fayette County Public Schools. We would like to have 15 to 20 volunteers to help run game stations.

ESL Teacher’s Training

Saturday, August 9 at 9:00am

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

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, join us for a launch night where we will give you all of the info for 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

New Director of Congregational Care

We are excited to welcome Kensi Duszynski to our staff as the Director of Congregational Care. If you missed the Wednesday email with all the details, you can read it here. Pastor Paul will be introducing her to the congregation this Sunday during all three services.

By the Numbers June 2025

Average Attendance

In person	1,506	5 weeks
Online	485	5 weeks

Total Giving

Fund	Actual
General Fund	$247.4k	94.8% of monthly budget
Alliance Missions	$36.1k

Year-to-Date Giving (July 2024-June 2025)

Fund	Actual
General Fund	$3,054.1k	105.3% of budget
Alliance Missions	$180.7k

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