Between Sundays

In this month’s edition of Between Sundays, Pastor Dan provides an update on staffing changes related to Men’s Ministry and Congregational Care.

This Month

Here are the events, groups, and classes happening this month! You can find more information and sign up using the links below.

Sat10	Men’s Service Breakfast
Sun11	70th Anniversary: Generations of God’s Faithfulness Family Worship Sunday
Mon12	24 Hour Prayer
Tue13	24 Hour Prayer
Fri16	Men’s Retreat Middle School Retreat
Sun18	Membership Class (1st session, both required)
Fri23	High School Retreat
Sun25	Membership Class (2nd session, both required) Senior Adults: The Gathering

Highlights

Men’s Ministry Fall Retreat

Friday, October 16 to Sunday, October 18

What does it look like to be truly hot for Christ—not cold, not lukewarm, but fully committed to following Him wherever He leads?

Join us as Dr. Jason Esposito of CrossWay Church in Germantown, Wisconsin challenges us to embrace wholehearted discipleship and the risks that often come with living boldly for Jesus. Worship throughout the weekend will be led by Ashton Boyd of Life Church in Huntington, Indiana.

This will be a time to grow in God’s Word, strengthen relationships, and be encouraged in your walk with Christ. Our retreat will be at Laurel Lake Baptist Camp; cost is $100.

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Away & Pray Signups

January 15-18, 2027

Away & Pray is a weekend where you are invited to practice radical faith and trust in the Lord’s provision. It’s a great time to lean into prayer and evangelism while catching a glimpse of what God is up to in other areas of the US. If you’re curious to learn more, there are many college students and Greenhouse residents who have been on Away & Pray and would love to talk to you more about their experience.

Last day to register is Sunday, October 18. Registration is limited to 14-21 students; cost is $200.

A Look Ahead

Baptism Sunday

Sunday, November 1

We will celebrate Baptism Sunday on November 1. If you have been thinking about getting baptized or are ready to take the next step in following Jesus, let us know by Monday, October 26.

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African Children’s Choir

Saturday, November 7, 7:00-9:00pm

We’re excited to welcome the African Children’s Choir to our church for Global Impact Weekend! Through joyful music, vibrant performances, and inspiring stories, these talented children will help us celebrate the beauty of God’s global family and the impact of people coming together across cultures. The choir is a part of a larger international organization called Music for Life, which provides thousands of impoverished children throughout Africa with education, discipleship, and leadership skills. Learn more here.

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GriefShare: Surviving the Holidays

Thursday, November 12, 6:30-8:30pm
Dining Room

Join us for an evening of understanding and encouragement to help you navigate the holidays in a season of grief. You are welcome to attend even if you have not been to other GriefShare events. You are not alone!

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FAC Kids Overnight

Friday, November 13, 6:00pm –
Saturday, November 14, 8:00am

The best sleepover of the year is happening in November here at FAC! It’s open to 1st through 4th grade children and will be a night of fun, pizza, big games, surprises, and more. Stay all night, or leave at 10:00pm if you need to. Cost is just $15 per person, which includes dinner, snack, breakfast, an amazing time, and a t-shirt.

Grown ups, if you are interested in hanging out with us, we’d love to have you lead a small group, spend the night, or help us out with other shenanigans we’ve got planned. Let us know!

Sermon Preview

Followership: Three Apps, One Command, One Glory

Join us as Eliseo Mejia, our Pastor of Intercultural Engagement, brings us a message from Luke 9:23-27 as a part of our series Seek First. For resources related to this series, visit our website. We’ll also share communion during services.

This Week

In addition to the items listed below, Life Groups, Women’s Ministry Bible studies, and College Ministry Table groups meet at various days and times throughout the week!

Sun4	8:00am Main Service FAC Kids (Birth through Kindergarten) 9:30am Main Service FAC Kids (Birth through 4th Grade) Middle School Open Word Young Marrieds and Growing Families 10:30am High School Connect Time 11:00am Main Service FAC Kids (Birth through 4th Grade) Middle School Cultivating a Greater Awareness of God Deeper Walk 12:30pm Main Service
Mon5	5:30pm Monday Night Men’s Study (MnMs) 6:00pm Finding Balance: Women’s Freedom Group Waiting in Hope: Women’s Freedom Group 6:45pm Weekly Prayer Gathering
Wed7	7:00am Weekly Prayer Gathering 6:00pm High School 6:30pm Middle School
Thu8	6:30am Men’s Mid(ish)-Week 12:00pm Weekly Prayer Gathering 6:30pm Alpha GriefShare Men’s Freedom Group Young Professionals 7:00pm The Journey: Women’s Freedom Group
Sat10	Men’s Service Breakfast
Sun11	70th Anniversary: Generations of God’s Faithfulness Family Worship Sunday

By the Numbers

August 2026

Average Attendance

In person	1,720	5 weeks
Online	471	5 weeks

Total Giving

Fund	Actual
General Fund	$218.6k	93.3% of monthly budget
Alliance Missions	$8.7k