The Christian Messenger: "Holiday Favorites"

The Christian Messenger
Fifth Avenue Church of Christ

115 W. Fifth Ave. Lancaster, OH 43130
740-654-0626 www.myfacc.com e-mail info@myfacc.com
Brad Seevers Senior Minister (740-550-9882) David Tingler Associate Minister Scott Brown Worship & Outreach Minister Hannah Martin Director of Childrens Ministries Sunday Services 1st Worship 8:00 a.m.
December 2, 2012
Ladies Christmas Tea
Holiday Favorites
Today at 2:00 p.m.
Speaker: Victoria Kain, Discover Christian Church All ladies are welcome to attend. Please bring a plate of cookies to share.
2nd Worship 10:30 a.m. Bible School 9:15 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.
Polar Express Movie Night

Friday, December 14th (see Hannahs article for more information)
THOUGHTS FROM BRAD

December is going to be busy and in all of the hustle, I hope that you will keep your family involved here at Fifth when it comes to our Sunday worship hours. Lets not forget to celebrate Christ this Christmas. Here are some important dates to remember:
Dec. 2Dec. 4Dec. 14Dec. 16Dec. 18Dec. 23Dec. 24Ladies Tea 2:00 p.m. Mens Fraternity 6:30 p.m. Polar Express Movie Night 6-8 p.m. Christmas Music & Variety Show Fundraiser Dinner Mens Fraternity 6:30 p.m. Christmas Sunday worship & childrens program Christmas Eve Service 7:00 p.m.
BITS FROM BRO. DAVE

SUNDAY EVENINGS IN THE SANCTUARY:
Heres a peek at the schedule of messages through the remainder of the year. This week (11/25), the message is, Encouragement: Given and Received (II Corinthians 7:2-16). 12/2 Motivation for Giving (II Corinthians 8:1-15) 12/9 - Lets Get Organized (II Corinthians 8:16-24) 12/16 *break for talent show 12/23 Investing Wisely (II Corinthians 9:1-15) 12/30 Coping With Criticism (II Corinthians 10:1-18) If you are not involved in a small group, on Sunday evenings, I encourage you to join us. Communion is available for those who desire. Also, remember that we now have activities for children each Sunday evening. WEDNESDAYS: Our Wednesday study groups should continue, uninterrupted, through the end of the year (actually 12/19). This week, December 5, we will be examining The Church In The 19th Century. I invite you to share in the 10:00 am or 6:30 pm sessions. GIANT PRINT BIBLES: I still have, on hand, 3 of the giant print NIV Bibles. These are soft cover editions that sell for just $12.50 each. These might make good Christmas gifts for those with vision issues. If interested, you may contact me or our Church Secretary. FINAL THOUGHT: Only .001 percent of the population achieves perfection, which may explain why so few recognize it in us.
Christmas is based on an exchange of gifts, the gift of God to man His unspeakable gift of His Son, and the gift of man to God when we present our bodies a living sacrifice. ~Vance Havner Have a great week! Brad
SCOTTS THOUGHTS
In this holiday season, we have some opportunities to reach out to people in different ways. We are able to share our faith in more open ways and some people are more receptive than at other times. As the outreach minister, I would encourage you to make the most of these opportunities. Share your faith year round, share it with everyone you meet. Let the joy of the Lord last throughout the holidays but also throughout the year. Jesus is the reason in every season. As the worship minister I would suggest you find time to be awed by the gift of Jesus, the Christ, the son of the Living God, wrapped in flesh sent to redeem us all. In that moment of clarity...Worship Him with all that you are.
SPIRITUAL STATISTICS November 25, 2012

Sunday School 1st Morning Worship 2nd Morning Worship Total Morning Worship Evening Worship Wednesday (11/28) Weekly Budget Budget Received Thanksgiving Thanksgiving Meal Bible College Tuition Fund Van Fund 82 97 59 156 54 30 4,633.00 4,384.31 507.00 296.27 335.00 25.00
$ $ $ $ $ $
Last week in Childrens Church, we learned about Cooperation. We learned that when we cooperate with others, we can do things that we couldnt on our own but more importantly, when we cooperate with God we can do ALL things! I know that I struggle with this so Im sure that I am not the only one. Sometimes when I face tough situations I try to take control instead of just giving it up to God. I catch myself doing this daily. I just need to stop and pray and know that God will help me through it. Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength. If your child would like to be involved in the Christmas program, we practice during the first 15 minutes of Childrens Church at 10:30 in the Kid Zone. Also! We are offering a Polar Express Movie night at the church on Friday, December 14th for Kids of all ages. Parents!! Take this opportunity to do any extra shopping, wrapping, or hiding of gifts that you may have left. So, let your kids dress in their most comfy PJs and head on over to the church for a fun movie, hot chocolate and a time of fellowship! Hannah
SERVING SCHEDULE December 2, 2012

At the Table 1st Serving 1st Serving 2nd Pastor of the week PM Deacon Charlie May and Dick Shumaker Larry King, Don Taylor, Hank Wellman, Ray Ayers Larry King, Rod Troutman, Mike Bussey, Josh Czich Mike Cooper Larry King
COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship Dan and Janet Brown 2nd Worship Fred Griffith GREETERS 1st Worship 2nd Worship NURSERY Sunday School 2nd Worship Ray and Margie Ayers Neal Rudolph Laura Wersell and Courtney Beiter Samantha Hendricks & Courtney Beiter Mary Alice Coats Kelly Maffit
Thank You
Thank you so much for all your prayers and concern through Eds illness and passing. To Brad and Dave for their visits and kind words. The Dorcas ladies for the food at the memorial and to Frances Trimmer for her beautiful music. Ed loved the church and he would have been so pleased at the love you showed to me and my family. God bless you. ~ Norma George and Family
VISITOR CENTER 1st Worship 2nd Worship SECURITY 1st Worship Bible School 2nd Worship Evening Worship
Paul Alexander Bill Kelly George Lambert Jim Puckett
Sympathy Our deepest sympathy to Mary Alice Coats on the death of her brother, Paul Severing, and to Cassie Bull on the death of her Great-Grandmother, Lucille Banks. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Prayer Requests
Ron Ogden Jane King Our Troops Mary Marsh Sharon Britch Paul Poston The Whitt Family Nadine Garraud The Burgoon Family Barbara Benadum Dorothy Pettit Jeane Goldfarb Barbara Kerr Naressa Allen Andee Caudill Adam Tokarz Wanda Dickson Alice DeLong
December 24th Christmas Eve Service 7:00 p.m.
SERVING SCHEDULE December 9, 2012

At the Table 1st Serving 1st Serving 2nd Pastor of the week PM Deacon Dave Tingler and Ralph Conrad Tim Huffman, Jerry Baker, Richard Boyer, Dan Brown Tim Huffman, Nick Hinson, Jacob Neff, Tom Puckett Dave Tingler Tim Huffman
Christmas Wish Tree

The Christmas Wish Tree is set up in the parlor. Please choose a gift tag and purchase a gift for a child in a needy family. This is a wonderful opportunity to spread joy and love on Christmas morning. The children are all from local families that we are sponsoring through Job and Family Services. They have requested that the items remain unwrapped, but donations of gift wrapping supplies would be appreciated. If possible, please include a gift receipt. Place the receipt in an envelope and label with the family/child assigned number. Job and Family Services will exchange items should there be any duplicates. All gifts need to be returned to the church by Sunday, December 16th.
COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship Dan and Janet Brown 2nd Worship Fred Griffith GREETERS 1st Worship 2nd Worship NURSERY Sunday School 2nd Worship VISITOR CENTER 1st Worship 2nd Worship SECURITY 1st Worship Bible School 2nd Worship Evening Worship
Nancy Speakman and Lori Highfield Dick and Marg Shumaker
Shirley Marsh and Margie Ayers Nick and Tracy Hinson
Mary Alice Coats Bev Puckett
Dan Brown Ray Coats Mike Bussey Jim Puckett
Today Blood Pressure Checks (in church office)
WELCOME TO FIFTH AVENUE! At FACC, we focus on loving God, loving people, and turning the world upside down. We are happy you chose to worship with us today. We hope you return next week and bring your friends with you. If you would please take a few minutes to fill out a Silent Roll Call Card, located on the back of the pew, you can then place it in the offering plate as it is passed. Thank you. For more information about our great church, contact our minister, Brad Seevers at Brad@new-churches.org or call him at 740.550.9882. Have a great week and may God bless your life.
Sunday School Classes for All Ages Classes at 9:15 unless noted
Nursery (Birth through 3 years old) Jesus Loves Me Room 102 Courtney Beiter, Coordinator Preschool (Ages 3-6) God the Creator Room 105 Marie Huffman, Teacher Early Elementary (Kindergarten through 2nd Grade) Shaping Hearts With Gods Word Room 101 Deborah Will, Teacher Middle Elementary (3rd, 4th, and 5th Grades) Be Wise and Trust God in His Power Room 106 Becky Hoagland, Teacher Junior and Senior High Acts of the Apostles Room 301 Nick Hinson, Teacher Young Ladies Class (8:00 a.m.) The Lies Women/Young Women Believe Room 306 Cassie Bull, Teacher Ladies Class "God as He Longs for You to See Him" Room 209 Beverly Puckett, Teacher Mens Class Hearing Gods Word Room 205 Adult Class Room 214 Brad Seevers, Teacher Harmony Adult Class God Establishes a Faithful People Room 204 Dave Tingler, Teacher Philothean Adult Class Parables Room 108 Jim Love, Teacher
CHRISTMAS VARIETY SHOW For those who have signed up to participate in the variety show, please contact Scott to arrange a time to talk through what your act will involve so preparations can be made for the sound support and stage needs. He can be reached on his cell (740)475-7721 or email gtmgefsb2@yahoo.com. Please contact him as soon as possible. Thank You! Today is Library Sunday Preschool thru 5th Grade During the Sunday School Hour
Accepting the Call to Lead

1 Thessalonians 2:1-12
Core Values...
Values central to the life, mission and vision of Fifth Avenue Church of Christ are:
Brad Seevers preaching
Sermon Notes ________________________

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Christ-Centered Worship
We make it a priority every Sunday to celebrate Jesus through our music. (Romans 11:36-12:1-2). We focus on Jesus through grace-based preaching and teaching & understand the Bible is our authority (2 Timothy 3:16).
Church Health and Biblical Balance

Church health becomes reality when God's people seek harmony & live consistently. We expect every member to protect the unity of Christ's Church. (Romans 12:16; 1 Peter 3:8)
Global Evangelism
We are constant to our founding call to worldwide evangelism, proclaiming to all that Jesus Christ is the Savior, Healer, and Soon-Coming King (Acts 20:27).
Fellowship and Ministry

After people begin their journey with Jesus, we will equip them to find a ministry based upon their strengths. We want everyone to serve in some capacity. (1 Corinthians 12:12-27) We also want His church to be the living evidence of His love and power to the world.
How Can I Respond Today?

At FACC we look to the Bible for guidance on all issues. We believe that Gods Word is clear concerning what a person must do to become a Christian. Trust that Jesus can bring you to salvation. Turn (repent) from the sin in your life. Confess your desire to make Jesus the Lord of your life. Be baptized (immersed) in water for the forgiveness of sins and to receive the Holy Spirit into your life. To make this life decision for Christ, we ask that you come forward during our commitment song at the conclusion of the Sunday message. Baptized believers are welcome to become members at FACC by coming forward on Sunday morning or by seeing our Senior Minister to discuss this further. We ask that you complete a series of Curious classes to help you better understand what you are committing to as a member.
Discipleship
We do not want you to "get religion" here at Fifth Avenue Church of Christ in Lancaster. We are all about teaching you that Jesus seeks a daily relationship with Him through a life of obedience. In other words, we want to see the things you are taught actually change your lifestyle & your daily decisions.
Social Conscience
We place high value on the sanctity of human life, of Biblical marriage and morality, and we welcome ethnic diversity (Isaiah 56:7; Philippians 2:15-16).
OUR PURPOSE WE EXIST TO

Exalt Gods Greatness; Evangelize Gods Work Equip Gods People Express Gods Love through Jesus Christ
OUR MISSION
To Love God and Love People!

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Fifth Avenue Church of Christ

Ladies Christmas Tea

Polar Express Movie Night

THOUGHTS FROM BRAD

BITS FROM BRO. DAVE

SPIRITUAL STATISTICS November 25, 2012

SERVING SCHEDULE December 2, 2012

Paul Alexander Bill Kelly George Lambert Jim Puckett

December 24th Christmas Eve Service 7:00 p.m.

SERVING SCHEDULE December 9, 2012

Christmas Wish Tree

Nancy Speakman and Lori Highfield Dick and Marg Shumaker

Shirley Marsh and Margie Ayers Nick and Tracy Hinson

Mary Alice Coats Bev Puckett

Dan Brown Ray Coats Mike Bussey Jim Puckett

Today Blood Pressure Checks (in church office)

Accepting the Call to Lead

Brad Seevers preaching

Sermon Notes ________________________

Church Health and Biblical Balance

Fellowship and Ministry

How Can I Respond Today?

OUR PURPOSE WE EXIST TO

To Love God and Love People!

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