The Christian Messenger

Fifth Avenue Church of Christ

October 10, 2011
115 W. Fifth Ave. Lancaster, OH 43130 740-654-0626 e-mail: info@myfacc.com Lorem ips um ipsum dolor sit adipiscing ipsum

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"GO FORTH WEEKEND"

October 29th 9-noon

Brad Seevers
Senior Minister (740-550-9882)

Project #1-Led by Mark Hendricks, Cutting and splitting wood for a needy person who mainly heats with a wood burning stove. Project #2-Led by Sue Tingler, Major House cleaning for an elderly woman of Lancaster. Project #3-Led by Lowell Trimmer, a morning of service for the Foundation Shelter. Project #4-Led by Glen Shady, Rake-n-run for some of our elderly and for some of our community. Project #5-Led by our trustees, odd job projects around the church (including cleaning the kitchen).

David Tingler
Associate Minister

Glen Shady
Youth Minister (740-438-5257)

Make plans to join one of these five work teams for a day of service for our community and church.

Sunday Services 1st Worship

8:00 a.m.

BIBLE CHALLENGE
Join us in a journey to become more familiar with your Bible. Consider doing these two things:

Learn the books of the Bible so you can know your way through the pages. If you already know the books, then we are asking you to learn these 4 scriptures during October: Hebrews 4:12 Romans 12:1-2 James 1:22 Ephesians 3:20-21 Will you join us in this journey?

2nd Worship
10:30 a.m.

Bible School
9:15am

Evening Worship
6:00pm

SPIRITUAL STATISTICS (October 9, 2011)

Sunday School 1st Morning Worship 2nd Morning Worship Total Morning Worship Evening Worship Family Reunion (10/05) Weekly Budget Budget Received Youth

83 101 89 190 n/c 32 $ 4,471.00 $ 5,367.00 $ 25.00

BITS FROM BRO DAVE

GIANT PRINT BIBLES - Several of you have asked about economical large print (easy to read) Bibles. I now have, on hand, a number of these. They are soft cover editions of the New International Version that sell for just $12.50 each. If you are interested, see me. WEDNESDAYS: We did not meet on October 12 but will resume on October 19. At that time we will be examining chapter 5 of II Corinthians. Classes are held at 10:00 am and 6:30 pm. Why not join us for one of these sessions? SUNDAY EVENINGS IN THE SANCTUARY": This week (10/9) I completed the series from Psalms. Next week (10/16) we will begin a new adventure as we launch a series on "The Hard Sayings Of Jesus". The first "hard saying" is found in Matthew 8:22 and Luke 9:60. I'm calling this "Impossible Burials". On October 23, the theme will be "Did Jesus Come To Bring War", based on Matthew 10:34 where He says "Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword." FINAL THOUGHT: If everybody decided to do nothing, would there really be anything that needed to be done??????

SERVING SCHEDULE October 16, 2011 Dave Riggenbach and Glen Shady At the Table 1st Dale Rose, Ralph Conrad, st Serving 1 Don Gardner, Jack Hardwick Dave Riggenbach and At the Table 2nd Ned Tomlinson Dale Rose, Patrick Hinson, Serving 2nd Neal Rudolph, Dale Thornton Dave Riggenbach Pastor of the week Dale Rose PM Deacon COMMUNION PREPARATION 1ST Worship 2nd Worship GREETERS 1ST Worship 2nd Worship NURSERY Sunday School 2nd Worship

Jeanne Noble Julie Stuck

Brenda Hines and Virginia Wentz George and Alberta Ellis

Shirley Marsh and Reta Conrad Marie Huffman and Kim Seevers Ruth Andrews Shirley Alexander Marie Huffman

Sunday School Helper Visitor Center 1st Worship Visitor Center 2nd Worship SECURITY 1ST Worship Bible School 2nd Worship Evening Worship

Sympathy
Christian sympathy is extended to Rita Balser Hewitt on the death of her husband, Clayton Hewitt, on October 6th. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dick Shumaker Carmel Marsh Jim Puckett Jim Puckett

A Note from Brad

Oct. 29- I am growing more excited about our GO FORTH WEEKEND. God is going to use several of you to make a difference. This past weekend we had our Project Leaders scouring the church building seeking for volunteers and I must confess that they had a great response so far for those willing to GO FORTH. This weekend you might be approached by one of these leaders. Will you help meet the need? Will you use your Godgiven abilities for His glory? We have given you ample time to plan ahead so that you could save this date. We have been talking about it for over a month so please consider being a vital part of helping our community to see the love of God through you. You can read more on the front cover about what those service options are. Oct.30- Ministry Fair! This is going to be a an exciting day as we have a special time of worship which will include personal testimonies and praise for the good that God is doing through the lives of Christians here at FACC. On this day, you will have opportunity to peruse the various ministries of the church to see where you might be able to get PLUGGED-IN. Everyone needs a ministry! God requires you to serve Him in some capacity. In preparation for that day, I ask that you take time to pray for the Spirits leading in your life, as well as having read through the Parable of the Talents in Matthew 25. If you currently serve over a ministry, please contact me by October 16 th so I can speak to you about the needs of your ministry. Our Life groups are going really well. We have had many new people commit to being a part of our home Bible studies. I do hope that others may consider being a part of some of our upcoming groups. Be looking for more opportunities in the near future. New Class-This Sunday I plan to begin a new study entitled: Marriage Built to Last. I do hope you will join us if you are still not committed to a Sunday school class already. For those of us who participated in our last marriage study, we felt it just wet our appetite for continued study in this area. We begin at 9:15. If you have questions, call Brad at 740-550-9882. I hope to see you then. In His Service, Brad Seevers, Ephesians 3:20-21

Jerry Cox Liz Reed Our Troops Rich Brady

Ron Ogden Sharon Britch Robert Boyer Ashley Malone

Jeane Goldfarb Wanda Dickson Ed and Norma George Clayton Hewitts Family

Dorothy Herman Ron Young Cindy Bobbitt Becky Wilson

Thank you!
Words cant express how good it made me feel to have you all come to my party Saturday nite, sent cards, phone calls, flowers, and gifts for me. It was truly a great 85th party. Thank you so much. I am really blessed to have such a great family of children, grandkids, great grandkids, and great greats, and such a wonderful church family. God has truly been so good to me. I didnt know turning 85 was so much fun. Thank you all again. Love and prayers. In Christian Love ~ Ginny Wentz
FAMILY REUNION ELECTIVES Wednesday, October 19th 6:30pm There are two options for adults: Dave Tingler teaching from 2 Corinthians in Room 208 Norma Holtom leading a Womens Bible Study on the book of Colossians in Room 214 Classes are available for Pre-K through 5th grade, and Jr./Sr. High

Blue Star Mothers

The Lancaster chapter of the Blue Star Mothers, along with the local Veterans group, is furnishing a home for 8 homeless veterans in Lancaster, and are asking for donations of any HOUSEHOLD items - towels, sheets (twin size), blankets, pillows, linens, cups, dishes, flatware, pots and pans, small kitchen appliances, and so on. Anything is appreciated, as long as it is in good condition. Larger items will also be considered and they can pick-up. A donation box is by the nursery door and is designated for your donations. (no food items at this time).

Christmas Project
The Philothean Sunday School class is sponsoring a Christmas project to collect items for the Blue Star Mothers to include in Care Packages that they will be boxing and sending to deployed soldiers in Afghanistan and Iraq. There is a list of items needed posted on the bulletin boards and in the Sunday School classrooms. There will also be a collection box in the parlor. Deadline for your donations is Sunday, November 6, 2011. Thanks for your participation in this effort to support our troops.

The Book Nook

Monday, October 24th at 6:30pm The Help Monday, November 28th at 6:30pm Her Mothers Hope The Help and Her Mothers Hope are both available in the church office for those who pre-ordered the books. The cost is $8.50 per book. Watch for more information about a special Christmas Nook!

SERVING SCHEDULE October 23, 2011 Tom Puckett and Larry Bussey At the Table 1st Larry King, Tim Huffman, Bill Kelly, Serving 1st Carmel Marsh nd Tom Puckett and Larry Bussey At the Table 2 Larry King, Ned Tomlinson, Rod Serving 2nd Troutman, Nick Hinson, Patrick Hinson Tom Puckett Pastor of the week Larry King PM Deacon COMMUNION PREPARATION 1ST Worship 2nd Worship GREETERS 1ST Worship 2nd Worship NURSERY Sunday School 2nd Worship Sunday School Helper Visitor Center 1st Worship Visitor Center 2nd Worship SECURITY 1ST Worship Bible School 2nd Worship Evening Worship

Jeanne Noble Julie Stuck

Ernestine Cox and Geri Jaynes Don Taylor and Dorothy Henderly

Hannah Ross and Courtney Beiter Nick and Tracy Hinson Judy Gardner Sue Tingler Deb Cooper

Looking Ahead .
Monday, October 17th Facility Management Meeting, 7pm Tuesday, October 18th Dorcas Meeting, noon Monday, October 24th The Book Nook, 6:30pm Wednesday, October 26th Security Meeting, 7:30pm Sunday, October 30th Food Pantry Sunday

Dan Brown Paul Hoagland George Lambert Dick Shumaker

Children of God...
"Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it." -Proverbs 22:6 Reach Out on Campus (ROC) Finals Packages Donated Items Due by Sunday, November 13, 2011 We are going to send 75 gift bags to undergraduate and graduate students, along with some faculty members, at Ohio University for finals week this semester. These bags are being sent through ROC in order to show the students and faculty Jesus love and the support of His church. Following are examples of items that could be donated: Gatorade Energy Drinks Bottles or Cans of Soda Gummies Candy Gum or Mints Individually-wrapped snack items Slim Jims Ramen Cups Easy Mac Power Bars Breakfast or Granola Bars Small Boxes of Cereal Individual Peanut Butter Cups Stress Ball Encouraging Bookmarks McDonalds Dollars Hot Chocolate Packets

Family Worship
Wednesday, October 26, 2011 / 6:00-7:30 A night of invigorating worship designed to impact all ages.

Trick or Treat
October 27, 2011 / 6:30pm-7:30 pm We want to encourage you to involve yourself in the community by taking part in Trick-Or-Treat. This Sunday in the parlor there will be cards that we want you to tape candy to and pass out from your home on this evening. This is a great way to connect your neighborhood with our church.

Black Light Puppet Show

November 2, 2011 / 6:00pm-7:30 pm This event is appropriate for all ages and everyone is invited to come enjoy the fun. There will be snacks and goodies, along with hot apple cider and some small game stations. Invite your friends and family to this fun and relaxing evening.