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

November 11, 2012

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. 2nd Worship 10:30 a.m. Bible School 9:15 a.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

Thanksgiving Banquet Sunday, November 18th ~ 5:00 p.m.

Special Musical Guest Randy Richardson from Worthington Christian Church
Turkey, mashed potatoes and gravy, stuffing, corn and green beans will be provided. Plans have changed we are requesting that those attending only bring pies. A sign-up sheet is on the bulletin board for those wishing to provide a pie for the dinner. There will be a basket available for donations to defray the cost of the dinner. Sign up on the bulletin board in the coat room. today!

Saturday, November 17th

Hannah and the kids will be riding in a float for the parade this year. We are looking for volunteers to walk alongside and pass out candy and friendship cards. We are also asking for donations of candy canes and help in decorating the van and trailer. See Scott for details.

Christmas Parade

Special Thanksgiving Offering The special Thanksgiving offering is going to help the victims of Hurricane Sandy. All gifts will be sent to IDES (International Disaster Emergency Service).

THOUGHTS FROM BRAD

Today I want to highlight our First Impressions ministry. Each week we have individuals serve at our Visitors table. We are seeking men/women who know how to smile, listen and capable of saying, Were glad youre here! Now thats not too tough is it? You can do it! These volunteers are asked to serve at this table for 10-15 minutes before and after the service they attend. You may or may not have anyone come to this booth, but dont be discouraged because you are important, and when that visitor steps up to the table and sees you there, you will know that God will use you to make a difference and impact a life. Our volunteers are ready and able to welcome and greet first time guests, answer their questions, and give them a free gift. They're warm and friendly and excited to learn about what has brought each person to visit and how they can get connected at FACC. If you can help us, please contact me immediately. By the way, we currently need someone to oversee this ministry. If this sounds like something you might be interested in, I would love to sit down with you. In His Service, Brad

BITS FROM BRO. DAVE

I am continuing to encourage all of my senior friends to participate in the special Thanksgiving dinner that is scheduled for Sunday evening, November 18. Watch for details in upcoming Messengers.
KEENAGERS IN NOVEMBER: SUNDAY EVENINGS IN THE SANCTUARY:

This week (11/11), our topic will be How Do I Love Thee (II Corinthians 6:3-13). We will not be meeting on November 18, as we will yield to the special Thanksgiving dinner. On November 25, we will return with a message, Staying Morally Pure (II Corinthians 6:147:1). 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 study on The Church

SCOTTS THOUGHTS
Yesterday we had an opportunity to take our faith and put it into action. Many of you were a part of that either by volunteering to help or as the recipients of that blessing. In either case I want to say thank you for being a part of our go forth weekend. Anytime we can give of ourselves in service to God and to others we are blessed in that as well. Hopefully, whether you were able to participate in this Go Forth event or not you will take this as a starting point for your ministry here at Fifth Avenue. You dont need to wait for a special event to help someone out with yard work or house cleaning. It is always the right time to use your skills and abilities to bless the Lord and reach out to others. Think about what you can do and find a way to regularly exercise your gifts and glorify God.

Through The Ages takes us, this week, to the period of the English Reformation and the turmoil of that period. Why not join us for the 10:00 am or 6:30 pm session.
GIANT PRINT BIBLES: I still have, on hand,

a few of the giant print NIV Bibles. These are soft cover editions that sell for just $12.50 each. If interested, you may contact me or our Church Secretary.
FINAL THOUGHT: A fool is someone who

persists in holding his own views after we have enlightened him with ours.

SPIRITUAL STATISTICS November 4, 2012

Sunday School 1st Morning Worship 2nd Morning Worship Total Morning Worship Evening Worship Wednesday (11/07) Weekly Budget Budget Received Projector/Sound Bible College Tuition Fund Thanksgiving Youth IDES Van Fund Bessie Shumaker Memorial (Van Fund) 95 104 77 181 61 35 4,633.00 5,893.52 53.00 170.00 20.00 5.00 25.00 67.00 10.00

Ladies Christmas Tea

Holiday Favorites
Sunday, December 2nd, 2:00 p.m.
Ladies ~ please bring in a representation of your most memorable Christmas item. This could be a physical ornament, a written memory, a song, etc. Cards will be provided for you to explain the sentiment behind your memory. Cards will be located near the water fountain by the communion room. Please complete the card and bring it with the matching item to the tea. We are asking all ladies to bring a plate of cookies to share at the tea.

$ $ $ $ $ $ $ $ $

SERVING SCHEDULE November 11, 2012

At the Table 1st Serving 1st Serving 2nd Pastor of the week PM Deacon Larry Bussey and Dave Tingler Tim Huffman, Richard Boyer, Dan Brown, Ray Coats Tim Huffman, Ned Tomlinson, Rod Troutman, Mike Bussey Larry Bussey Tim Huffman Lori Highfield Kim Seevers

COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship 2nd Worship 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

Christmas Poinsettias
Orders for Christmas poinsettias will be taken in the parlor on November 11th, 18th, 25th. The cost is $5 each and must be paid for at the time of ordering. The poinsettia colors are red, pink, and white. We are encouraging everyone to order white poinsettias, as the theme for the Christmas decoration of the sanctuary is He Washed Me White as Snow.

Thea Kallenberg and Judy Smith Alberta Ellis Laura Wersell and Courtney Beiter Nick and Tracy Hinson Judy Gardner Deb Cooper

Christmas Wish Tree

Dick Shumaker Bill Kelly Jeff Crook George Lambert

Christmas Variety Show December 16th at 6 pm. Come Share your talent in the spirit of the season. See Scott or sign up on the bulletin board by November 18th.

The Christmas Wish Tree will be set up in the parlor on Sunday, November 18th. You will be able to 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. All gifts need to be returned to the church by Sunday, December 16th.

SERVING SCHEDULE November 18, 2012

At the Table 1st Serving 1st Serving 2nd Pastor of the week PM Deacon Tom Puckett and Larry Bussey Dale Rose, Ralph Conrad, Don Gardner, Jack Hardwick Dale Rose, Josh Czich, Nick Hinson, Jacob Neff Tom Puckett Dale Rose

COMMUNION PREPARATION 1st Worship 2nd Worship GREETERS 1st Worship 2nd Worship NURSERY Sunday School 2nd Worship

Lori Highfield Kim Seevers

Larry and Jane King Dick and Marg Shumaker

Last week in Childrens church we learned about Serving Others. We learned that you can never be too young or too old to Serve Others. We brainstormed ideas of things we can do in everyday life to serve others. Jesus came to earth to serve others and not be served, so we will strive to do the same. We also learned that we must have a joyful heart as we serve, it should be something we enjoy! (even if it is helping Mom with the dishes ) Yesterday, we all had a chance to Go Forth and serve others. I hope we dont stop here, but we continue to serve others every day! Matthew 20:28 For even the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve others and to give his life as a ransom for many." *Dont forget the Black Light Show next weekend on November 17th at 6:00pm! *Also Upcoming we have a Pre-School aged DriveIn On December 1st! Hannah

Shirley Marsh and Margie Ayers Tracy Eldridge and Marie Huffman

VISITOR CENTER 1st Worship 2nd Worship SECURITY 1st Worship Bible School 2nd Worship Evening Worship

Janet Brown Kim Seevers

Dan Brown Ray Coats Mike Bussey Jim Puckett

We express our sympathy to Norma George on the death of her husband, Ed George. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron Ogden Alice Delong Our Troops Irene Shelt Sharon Britch Charlie May Stacy Byers Don Taylor Barry Walker

Crochet Workshop Saturday, November 17th 1 - 4pm Broomstick lace stitch will be shown at the workshop. Bring any project you are working on. If you need help with any crochet or knit project, bring it to the workshop and help will be provided. Come and join the fun!
Jeane Goldfarb Barbara Kerr Naressa Allen Jeanne Noble Bill Fricker Jane King Barbara Benadum Wanda Dickson Clifford Shelt

Ed Georges Family Becky Wileys Mother Paul Severing Marissa Wagner

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

Our November military hero of the month is Michael Seidl. Michael completed a twoyear tour of duty at Ramstein AFB in Germany that included six months in Cyprus. In September, he moved with his wife, Alexandra and son, Jude, who celebrated his 2nd birthday October 28th, to Cheyenne, Wyoming. He is the grandson of Nancye and Dale Rose. Michael is stationed at Warren AFB, Cheyenne, Wyoming. Michaels address is: Michael A. Seidl P.O. Box 22313 Cheyenne, WY 82003

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 1st Peter 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

Acts 4:32-37

Lavish

Core Values...
Values central to the life, mission and vision of Fifth Avenue Church of Christ are:

Brad Seevers preaching

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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!

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING
A congregational meeting will be held Sunday, December 2, 2012 following each morning worship hour. The purpose of the meeting is to elect officers and approve the budget for 2013.

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BY-LAWS

On December 2, at our annual congregational meeting, our membership will be asked to consider an amendment to our current By-Laws. It is a minor change which adds an officer to our administrative structure. To this point, the person who serves as the backup to our Church Treasurer has been appointed. We are recommending that this become an elective office approved by the congregation. It is believed that this is a better arrangement, both for the person serving and the congregation. Therefore, the following amendment is proposed.

ARTICLE IV OFFICERS OF THE CHURCH

Section A (*Add to this section) 5-A Assistant to the Treasurer

ARTICLE IV OFFICERS OF THE CHURCH

Section B Duties of Officers (*Add to this section) 5-A Assistant to the Treasurer shall have his/her name appear as the secondary signature on all church bank accounts and will be authorized to access said accounts in emergencies when the Church Treasurer is disabled or, otherwise, unavailable. - The Assistant to the Treasurer will chair the Finance Ministry and will, with the assistance of others appointed by the Elders, lead in the preparation of the annual budget and arrange for the annual auditing of church accounts.