The Christian Messenger

Fifth Avenue Church of Christ

740-654-0626 www.myfacc.com e-mail info@myfacc.com
115 W. Fifth Ave. Lancaster, OH 43130

October 13, 2013

Brad Seevers
Senior Minister (740-550-9882)

David Tingler
Associate Minister

Christian comedian, Tony Wolf, is coming to 5th Avenue on Wednesday, October 16th at 6:30 pm!
This is a family-friendly event, fun for all ages! Tony puts on a great show full of jokes, funny songs and serious moments that everyone will enjoy! Bring out all of your friends and family for this FREE event!

Hannah Martin
Director of Childrens Ministries Hannahatfifth@gmail.com

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.

Saturday, October 26th ~ 6-11 a.m. If you have an electric griddle that can be used for the breakfast, or if you would like to volunteer to help, please contact Josh Czich at 740-243-7807 or Michelle Czich at 740-243-4702.

Pancake Breakfast

THOUGHTS FROM BRAD

I want to take this time to say how thankful I am to work with the Staff here at FACC. Our team works hard to provide quality ministry to this congregation, so to Debbi, Dave, Hannah, and Dale please realize how much you are appreciated. I especially want to congratulate Hannah for the completion of her first year with us. She works hard to provide quality instruction and fun events for your kids. For all our parents at Fifth, I want to encourage you to start getting your children and their friends involved here because she wants to partner with you in helping train them up in the Lord. She is not with us today as she is at a Childrens ministry convention in Columbus. I want to thank those who have asked about my brother Mark. Please continue to pray for him. He had his first oncology visit this past Monday. He goes Tuesday to James hospital to get a second opinion. On Wednesday they will insert a pic line to prepare for his upcoming chemo treatments. I am excited about Tony Wolf, Christian comedian, who will perform here on October 16th. If you havent already invited a friend, please begin now to make a few calls so others can enjoy a night of laughter with you. Everything starts at 6:30 in the fellowship hall. Go ahead and mark your calendars for December 15th as 64 to Grayson will be here for a special performance of their Christmas show. We will have a combined service that morning. Today Kim and I are out of town but look forward to being here next week for worship. On October 20th, I will speak on the theme of Living to please God, based on 1 Thessalonians 4. Have a great week and may God bless. Brad

BITS FROM BRO. DAVE

LaCOMEDIA DINNER THEATRE: Its finally

here! The trip is this week, Thursday, October 17. At this point, we do have a couple of tickets available at $44 per person. The fee includes the show, dinner and transportation. We are departing our parking lot at 8:15 am.
SUNDAY EVENINGS IN THE SANCTUARY:

Tonight, October 13, our topic is Nathanael, The Skeptic (John 1:43-51). Next week, October 20, we will be examining The Resistant One: The Woman at the Well (John 4:3-8). Please remember that we have activities for children at this same hour. Communion is available for those who desire it.
WEDNESDAY STUDIES: This week (10/16), I

would encourage you to attend the special program being presented by Tony Wolf. Come share a laugh! Next week (10/23) we will be resuming our 10:00 am and 6:30 pm study sessions. At that time we will launch a study titled, A Brief Survey of Old Testament History.
FINAL THOUGHT: The people who try to do

something and fail are infinitely better than those who try to do nothing and succeed.

SPIRITUAL STATISTICS October 6, 2013

Sunday School 1st Morning Worship 2nd Morning Worship Total Morning Worship Evening Worship Weekly Budget Budget Received Alice DeLong Memorial Life 180 Van Fund Building Fund n/c 84 49 133 64 4,790.00 4,223.00 25.00 62.00 77.00 30.00

$ $ $ $ $ $

SERVING SCHEDULE October 13, 2013

At the Table 1st Serving 1st Serving 2nd Pastor of the week PM Deacon Mike Cooper and Wib Sparks Patrick Wersell, Hank Wellman, Ray Ayers, Richard Boyer Patrick Wersell Mike Cooper Patrick Wersell Jeanne Noble Julie Stuck

Last week in Children's Church we learned about David and Goliath. David was small and weak, but God used him to kill a giant! Even though sometimes we feel inadequate, God still wants to use us to do amazing things we could never do on our own. Sometimes children feel too small or too young to do great things, but we learned that God uses all ages! I challenge our families to give the kids a chance this week to do great things. Ask your child to pray before the meals, lead a family devotion or share a Bible verse. Hannah

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

Ruth Andrews and Jeanne Noble Mitch and Tamatha Shell Hannah Ross and Thea Kallenberg Jean Azbell Sue Tingler Michelle Czich Paul Alexander Carmel Marsh Jeff Crook George Lambert

Our heartfelt sympathy to Bill and Martha Kelly on the passing of Bills brother, Robert, on Friday, October 4th. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Prayer Requests
Jane King Millie Hoy Mark Seevers Ann Steiner George Ellis Marion Baker, Sr. Anna Lockhart Terri Garrett Naressa Allen Jeane Goldfarb Gladys McCoy Jerry Linton Alberta Ellis Wib Sparks Don Taylor Neal Carter Joann Venetta Ron Ogden Our Troops Eli Maffit

SERVING SCHEDULE October 20, 2013

At the Table 1 Serving 1st Serving 2nd Pastor of the week PM Deacon
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Womens Ministry News Purpose: The Womens Ministry at Fifth Avenue Church of Christ exists to connect women to Christ and to one another. We passionately pursue spiritual growth as we are changing to be a Woman of God who is prepared to serve, mentor, fellowship, and pray for others. Watch for upcoming dates: Turkey Talk a girls night out. November 8th, 6-8pm at FACC. Follow the Star a Christmas gathering. December 7th, at The Ville Restaurant.
Dorcas meeting will be on Tuesday, October 15th. All ladies are welcome to join! Meetings are held every 3rd Tuesday of the month at noon in the church fellowship hall (basement). If you have any questions, please contact Linda Daubenmire.

Fred Griffith and Dick Shumaker Tim Huffman, Dan Brown, Ray Coats, Ralph Conrad Tim Huffman Fred Griffith Tim Huffman

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

Jeanne Noble Julie Stuck

Brenda Hines and Virginia Wentz Dick and Marg Shumaker

Shirley Marsh Michelle Czich

Judy Gardner Kim Seevers

Paul Alexander George Lambert Mike Bussey Mike Cooper

Thank you for the prayers, cards, and visits after the passing of our mother, Alice DeLong. We appreciate your kindness during this difficult time. ~ Geneva Courtney

Fifth Avenue T-Shirts Are you interested in having a church t-shirt? See Hannah for details!

All budget requests for 2014 must be turned in to Julie Stuck or the church office by Sunday, October 20th.

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 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 High Old Testament Survey Room 306 Nick Hinson, Teacher Senior High Room 308 Nick Barrell, Teacher Young Ladies Class (8:00 a.m.) The Lies Women/Young Women Believe Room 306 Cassie Bull, Teacher Ladies Class "Soul Detox" Room 209 Beverly Puckett, Teacher Mens Class Hearing Gods Word Room 205 Adult Class Room 214 Brad Seevers, Teacher Harmony Adult Class First Things Room 204 Dave Tingler, Teacher Philothean Adult Class Parables Room 108 Jim Love, Teacher

Monday, October 28th ~ 6:30pm

We will discuss Small Town Girl by Ann Gabhart. A copy of this book is in the church library. We always welcome new members to the Book Nook. Come and join us!

The Book Nook

Upcoming Events
Tuesday, October 15th Dorcas Meeting, noon Wednesday, October 16th No Seniors Bible Study Tony Wolf, Comedian, 6:30pm Thursday, October 17th LaComedia Trip, leave at 8:15am Sunday, October 20th Prayer Team, 5pm Tuesday, October 22nd Craft Corner, 4-7pm Wednesday, October 23rd Seniors Bible Study, 10am/6:30pm Thursday, October 24th Missions Meeting, 5pm Saturday, October 26 Pancake Breakfast, 6-11am
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Things God Hates Proverbs 6:16-19

Dave Tingler preaching
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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 gracebased 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 SoonComing 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.

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.

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.

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!