The Christian
Messenger
January 4, 2015
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)
Sunday Services
Bible School
8:45 a.m.
Worship
10:00 a.m.
Evening Worship
6:00 p.m.
THOUGHTS FROM BRAD
I remember when growing up, my brother Mark used to make fun of the fact I was going to graduate in 1982.
It seemed so far away into the future. Now here we are in 2015. Wow! Life moves quickly doesnt?
I want to thank those who have caringly asked how our grandson Kasen and my parents are doing. All are
doing much better. Please continue to pray that Kasen will someday soon get to be in his own home with his
mother and father.
On January 10th, the Elders and I will meet to pray for the New Year. We will also discuss Gods plans for this
church. I would like to ask each of you to begin praying for that meeting, as well as for all the leadership here
at FACC. I also want you to pray that God might direct our paths as we plan for 2015. May our plans be His
plans and please pray for numeric and spiritual growth like we have not seen for several years. Thank you
Lord for those who pray!
On Wednesday, January 28th, we will host a dinner at 5:15 p.m. After the dinner, the entire church is invited
to join us in a film based on the life of Oswald Chambers, which will be followed by a time of
discussion and study. You have possibly read one of his best known works, My Utmost for Your Highest.
I hope you can join us. There will be more details on the supper in the near future.
Dont forget to mark your calendar for our annual congregational meeting. It is scheduled for February 4th.
Again on February 11th, we will begin our new Wednesday night elective entitled: To Live
is Christ. To die is Gain. This study is open to all adults and we hope you will use it to
springboard growth in the Lord in 2015. The format for this visual study will begin with a 25
minute video lesson, and it will be followed by guided discussion and study each night. Why
not plan to bring someone with you?
Final thought: When you are through changing, you are through (Bruce Barton). Lord change us to be what
you would have us to be.
In His Service, Brad
Welcome to the church family:
Ruth and Ron Enlow, who
placed their membership here at
Fifth Avenue last Sunday
evening, December 28, 2014.
Annual Congregational Meeting
The Annual Congregational Meeting for the purpose of
reviewing 2014 and looking ahead to 2015 will be held
on Wednesday, February 4, 2015. All information to
be included in the Annual Report must be turned in to
the church office by Sunday, January 18th.
SPIRITUAL STATISTICS December 28, 2014
Sunday School
Morning Worship
Evening Worship
Weekly Budget
Budget Received
Christmas (Roof)
Wednesday Book
Van Fund
Building Fund
$
$
$
$
$
$
n/c
120
39
4,790.00
3,327.00
270.00
28.00
1,065.29
20.00
SERVING SCHEDULE January 4, 2015
At the Table
Serving
Pastor of the week
PM Deacon
COMMUNION
GREETERS
NURSERY
Sunday School
Worship
VISITOR CENTER
Fred Griffith and Josh Czich
Tim Huffman, Ray Ayers,
Richard Boyer, Dan Brown
Fred Griffith
Tim Huffman
Ray and Margie Ayers
Carmel and Shirley Marsh
Volunteer Needed
Marie Huffman
Janet Brown
CHILDRENS CHURCH
Margaret Burgess
SECURITY
Sunday School/Worship
Evening Worship
Mike Bussey
Ray Coats
SERVING SCHEDULE January 11, 2015
At the Table
Dick Shumaker & Dave Riggenbach
Larry King, John Burgess
Serving
Mike Bussey, Ray Coats
Pastor of the week
Dick Shumaker
PM Deacon
Larry King
COMMUNION
Ray and Margie Ayers
GREETERS
Ray and Margie Ayers
NURSERY
Sunday School
Worship
Brenda Hines
Jean Azbell
VISITOR CENTER
Shirley Marsh
CHILDRENS CHURCH
SECURITY
Sunday School and Worship
Evening Worship
Ryan Ratliff
Ray Coats
George Lambert
Sunday School Classes for All Ages
All classes are at 8:45 a.m.
Nursery
(Birth through 3 years old)
Jesus Loves Me
Room 102
Junior/Senior High
I Timothy
3rd Floor
Josh Czich, Teacher
Preschool
(Ages 3-6)
Bible Friends
Room 105
Marie Huffman, Teacher
Ladies Class
The Storm Inside
Room 209
Beverly Puckett, Teacher
Early Elementary
(K 3rd Grade)
Jesus, Our Example
Room 101
Deborah Will, Teacher
Upper Elementary Class
(4th6th Grade)
Jesus, Our Example
Room 106
Larry King, Teacher
Adult Class
Ecclesiastes
Room 214
Brad Seevers, Teacher
Harmony Adult Class
Acts of Worship
Room 204
Dave Tingler, Teacher
Philothean Adult Class
Parables
Room 108
Jim Love, Teacher
Upcoming Events
Sunday, January 11th
Carriage Court Service, 2pm
Monday, January 19th
Facility Management Meeting, 6:30pm
Tuesday, January 20th
Deacons Meeting, 6:30pm
Wednesday, January 21st
Elders/Deacons Meeting, 7:30pm
Prayer Requests
Millie Hoy
LeRoy Shaner
Lois Taylor
Carolyn McKenzie
Kenneth Dusthimer
Don & Ruth Seevers
Marianna Gall
Todd & Karen Wentz
Ashley Dyer
Wilbur Barnes
Betty Sparks
Our Troops
Alberta Ellis
Connie Lane
Jeanne Noble
Ron Young
Camille Stiverson
Brad Stevens
Kathryn Norman
Harley Thomas
Naressa Allen
Jeane Goldfarb
Judy Fricker
Moe Milne
Pat Schlosser
Mark Seevers
Norma Bullock
Emily Brown
Kasen Newman
Wib Sparks
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.
Brad Seevers preaching
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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. If you would like to
take a Curious class, please indicate this on your Silent Roll Call Card.
Core Values...
Values central to the life, mission and
vision of Fifth Avenue Church of Christ are:
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 12:1227) We also want His church to be the living evidence of His
love and power to the world.
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!
