facWEEKLY April 10
We hope you've had a good week, FAC Family! Here are just some of the great things happening in the coming weeks.
Check out "What's Happening" for a full list of events taking place this quarter.
Worship This Sunday
In Power | Week 1: Authority and Power | Acts 1:1–8
Join us as we begin a new series ”In Power”. We’ll investigate how to be alive in power based on the early church as found in the book of Acts.
We’ll also be celebrating baptisms in both services!
We look forward to seeing you there!
VBS Decorating Volunteers!
Date: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, starting April 13
Time: 6–9pm
Place: in the Preschool Area
We have a specific need for DECORATING volunteers! This role will be focused on making the church look like a true Jungle Adventure! From painting to box cutting to more creative roles, we need all hands on deck!
If you can donate cardboard, please contact Ally Kalmar (thisishomenumber2@gmail.com), and she will take it.
For questions or more information, please contact Meghan Lawson (mlawson@facerie.org) or Ally Kalmar.
Everybody's Birthday Party (for those 55 and better!)
Date: Friday, April 24
Time: 6:30–8:30pm
Place: in the FAC Youth Center
Cost: $5
This event is always a hit! Join us for fun, games, cake & ice cream, and great fellowship!
No matter when your birthday is, no matter how long ago you stopped celebrating birthdays, you won't want to miss this event. It promises to be an evening of fun!
Sign up at the table in the lobby or by clicking the button below.
Sr. Adult Bible Class
Date: Sundays
Time: 11am–12pm
Place: in Room E215 (the Fireside Room)
We have a Bible class for all those age 55 and better! We are continuing a series on "A Harmony of the Gospels" taught by Pastor Scott. See how Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John work in harmony to tell one story, the Good News of Jesus Christ.
We also sing hymns together, pray for one another, and fellowship together.
facYOUTH Spring Retreat - REFINED
Date: Saturday, April 25–Sunday, April 26
Place: Beulah Beach, 6101 W. Lake Rd. Vermilion, OH 44089
Cost: $85
REFINED is our annual retreat for students in grades 6–12, where we pause for a weekend to reflect on God’s grace and mercy in our lives. Whether you have been walking with Jesus since you were young or just recently gave your life to the LORD, we invite you to join us at Beulah Beach, OH, for a weekend away. If you have a desire to go deeper in your walk with Jesus, this retreat is for you!
Contact Pastor Chen (cvue@facerie.org) for more information.
HOPE Volunteer Info Meeting
Date: Monday, April 27
Time: 7pm
Place: in Room B106
Have you wondered how to get involved with the HOPE ESL Ministry? Would you like to connect and support our international community but haven't had the time? Summer might be the right time to join! We have a variety of programs and need a variety of helpers. Yes, we will have some English classes, and we need people who are comfortable teaching and others who would like to help in the classroom. We also have a sewing and driver's ed class, where we need helpers.
If you love people, love Jesus, and speak English, then you can help! Volunteers will help once a week for a 3-hour class, flexible with your summer commitments. Come to our information meeting to learn more!
facWOMEN Spring Promises Luncheon
Date: Saturday, May 2
Time: 12:00–2:15pm
Place: in the FAC Gym and Worship Center
Cost: $7
Women and girls: you're invited to our facWOMEN Spring Promises Luncheon. Come for a delicious lunch to celebrate all our mothers ahead of Mother's Day, to rejoice in God's promises as displayed throughout the spring season, and to learn from our guest speaker about planting scripture in our hearts. We will also have special music and a female Christian comedian, Devon Haemer, who will be sharing joy and humor with us! Women and girls of all ages are invited. Come and bring a friend for laughs, fellowship, music, and a great message!
This year, we are supporting the Women's Care Center Baby Boutique. We invite you to bring a new baby item for donation at the event; items include baby books, baby hygiene items, safety items, baby clothes, toys, bath items, teethers & pacifiers, crib sheets, free & clear detergent, umbrella strollers, pack n' plays, baby slings/carriers, etc. You can also purchase an item online from their Amazon wish list and have it shipped directly to the Women's Care Center by clicking the “Donate” button below.
Tickets are only $7.00 each if purchased at our table in the church lobby, or $8.00 each if purchased online through the FAC website (includes online processing fee). Tickets must be purchased in advance.
For more information, check out our table in the church lobby or contact Valerie Kuntz at valerie.kuntz@gmail.com.
Child Dedication
Date: Sunday, May 10
Time: during our 9:30am and 11am services
Place: in the Worship Center
Our next Child Dedication will be on Mother’s Day. We invite you, as a parent, to dedicate your child to the Lord and yourself to raising your child to walk in God’s ways. Your FAC family wants to surround you and your child with support and encouragement. If you have a child age 6 or younger, we’d love for you to be part of this meaningful celebration!
Click the button below to sign up or learn more about Child Dedication.
Please email Meghan Lawson at mlawson@facerie.org with any questions.
Pizza with the Pastor
Date: Sunday, May 31
Time: 12:45pm
Place: in the Youth Center
Save the Date!
If you’ve started attending FAC within the past year, this event is for you!
Join us for Pizza with the Pastor—a relaxed and welcoming lunch where you’ll get to spend time with Pastor Ben, hear more about his heart for the church, and submit questions for a special Q&A session.
More details and registration information coming soon—stay tuned!
Prayer for International Workers Steve and Christy Volstad
Steve and Christy Volstad are international workers. Steve is supported by Inca Link, based in the US, but serving in South America. Christy is paid by the C&MA and works in member care. Pray for strong health and good recovery from each trip they go on.
You can learn more about Steve and Christy by picking up a copy of our “Prayer Guide for World Missions” at the Missions Table near the entrance of the Worship Center. You can partner with Steve and Christy in ministry by giving to the FAC Missions.
Do You Have a Prayer Request or Praise?
“Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere” (Ephesians 6:18, NLT).
The staff and elders at FAC would love to pray for you. Send your request or praise to Pastor Scott through the form below.
Finance Information
Father, as we lay before you our financial offering, we give you all that we are and everything that you have entrusted to us. Bless these gifts for the sake of your kingdom and glory.
General Fund
Last Week
Actual: $33,194
Budgeted: $22,881
Prior Year Comparison: $21,274
Year To Date
Actual: $729,329
Budgeted: $709,304
Prior Year Comparison: $705,987