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The Road to Renewed Relationships

Sunday Mornings | 8:00AM & 10:45AM | Auditorium
10/19 When Giving Up is Winning
10/26 The Power of Forgiveness
11/2 The Purpose of Forgiveness
11/9 The Process of Forgiveness
11/16 The Platform for Forgiveness
11/30 A Rock that Blocks God’s Blessing

Volume 10 Number 22 First Federated Church 1 Sunday, October 19, 2008

 WELCOME TO FIRST FEDERATED CHURCH!
Thank you for choosing to worship with us this morning!
Have Questions?
If you have any questions, simply ask someone wearing a Guest Welcome Children’s
name tag with “Here to Help” on it or visit the Welcome Center
in the auditorium foyer.
Reception Center Registration
Guest Reception North Parking Lot Station
If you are visiting with us for the first time or have just
recently started attending First Federated Church, we cordially
invite you to a reception in the foyer immediately following the
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Thank you for taking the time to visit First Federated Church.
If you are not presently a member of a Bible teaching church, we
invite you to join our church family.

If You Have Children Visit the Children’s

Ministry Registration Station KZ Church
Trust your children to the care of our dedicated, loving A.E.D.
SW Entrance

2nd Floor
Children’s Ministry staff. Our children’s programs provide qual- M Men Restroom
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ity care and learning for kids of all ages.

If your child has not already been enrolled in our Children’s
Ministry, a quick visit to the Children’s Ministry Registration
Station will provide you with temporary security tags and give us
the information we need to effectively minister to your child.
Infants & Preschool Children
Childcare and teaching are available during the 9:15 hour and 10:45 worship services
in the Nursery and Preschool Departments.
Kindergarten–4th Grade
During the 9:15 hour, K–4th graders meet in graded classroom groups for Bible
learning and fun.
K–4th graders attend the first part of the 10:45 worship services with their families
and then are dismissed to attend their own age-appropriate children’s church, called
KZ Church. Parents, we encourage you to go with your children the first time they visit
KZ Church in Room 240.
Xtreme AM (5th & 6th Grade)
Our preteens meet in their own Xtreme spot, Room 205, at 9:15 for a time of Xtreme
learning, Xtreme prayer and Xtreme relationship-building, then join their families for
the 10:45 worship service.
Youth (Grade 7–12) & Adults
Groups for ADULTS and activities for YOUTH begin at 9:15AM. Stop by
the Welcome Center to find out about each of the groups and how to get there.
Cellular Phones & Pagers
Thank you for turning off, or muting, your cell phone, pager and other electronic
devices during this morning’s worship service.
Assistive Listening Devices
ALS devices are available for check-out at the Resource Center in the foyer.
AED (Automated External Defibrillator)/First-aid
Facilities for guests needing first aid, health counseling, and blood
pressure checks are provided by our Parish Nurses located in the west
hallway in Room 1117, Sundays, 10:30AM–Noon.
Please contact an usher if you need immediate assistance.
Lost and Found
Lost items may be reported or claimed at the main office of the church during
regular M-F office hours. Lost and found items are kept for 30 days.
Safety
First Federated Church regards your safety as our highest priority. If you have any
concerns, please inform one of our ushers or staff. If a building emergency arises,
directions will be provided over the public address system.
Recordings of Today’s Message
CD recordings of the morning message can be picked up immediately following the
service at the Resource Center in the foyer for $3.
You can also listen to the message for free at www.FirstFederated.org.
Prayer Team Up Front
If you would like to pray with someone today, please come to the center com-
munion table at the front of the auditorium following this morning’s service.
Members of our church leadership stand ready to serve you.

First Federated Church 2 Sunday, October 19, 2008

 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Voting, My Christian
Fall Fun Night
Friday, October 24
Responsibility
Volunteers are still needed to help with Fall Fun By Mike Rose, Senior Pastor
Night. There are spots for greeters, food servers, To vote or not to vote, that is a question on
game booth operators, decorators, cake bakers many minds these days. Never before have I heard
and people to help with set up and clean up. Please so many voices suggesting that they will just sit
mark the Care and Communication card and we this one out. I want to challenge you not to allow
will contact you. that kind of thinking to fill your head. There are
many important issues on the table. To choose
Candy... and Still More Candy! nonparticipation, simply
Fall Fun Night is just 5 days away! Please because a candidate
bring donations of candy, as well as other does not meet all of
individually wrapped snacks (Goldfish, your desires, is the
Teddy Grahams, fruit snacks, raisins, etc.)to same as handing the
the Children’s Ministry office. Thank you! country over to people
whose agenda is contrary
to your convictions as
Singers Needed for Federated Family an American and fol-
Christmas Choir lower of Christ. It is the
Teens, college students, and adults are needed for this year’s responsibility of every
Federated Family Christmas program, “Do You See What I Christian, through the lens
See?” We are preparing 3 songs for this presentation. The good of the Word of God and
news is that one of the songs we did last year will be repeated the prompting of the Holy
this year. “Do You See What I See?” will take the congregation Spirit, to be informed about
on a journey through the eyes of each participant of the Christ- the issues and cast your
mas story: Joseph, Mary, the Magi, Simeon, etc… and remind vote for the candidate that
us how each individual played an important part in the birth of best represents those values.
Christ. Come help paint the big picture to the congregation for Also, I remind you that this
our Dec. 21 presentation. election is not only about our
next President, but also about
Rehearsal Schedule Senators, Congressmen, and
Voter Guides in the
Sunday, Nov. 23, 1:30–3:30PM
Sunday, Dec. 7, 1:30–3:30PM
foyer today. many state and local officials
Saturday, Dec. 13, 9AM–Noon—run through of the entire presentation as well.
Sunday, Dec. 14, 1:30–3:30PM Speaking of state officials, I want you to
Saturday, Dec. 20, 9AM–Noon—run through of the entire presentation know that a member of F.F.C., Eric Kohlsdorf, is
Sunday, Dec. 21—Final sound checks/run through that morning. running for the State House of Representatives in
Come join us and encourage others in our congregation to District 61. This is not an endorsement but a point
join the choir. We need you! Please check the box on the Care & of information. To learn more about Eric’s can-
Communication Card so we know you are interested. didacy visit his website: www.EricKohlsdorf.com.

Financial Report
Attendance 10/12/08
8:00AM ......................................... 279
10:45AM .......................................684
Budgeted Missions:
Year to Date: 9/1/08–present
Need ..................................... $32,539
Offering ................................$24,223
Shortage...............................($8,316)
Mortgage
Current Balance .................. $369,327
Next Payment October 25
General Fund Offering
Last Week
Weekly Need ........................ $34,419
Offering ...............................$28,849
Shortage..............................($ 5,570)
Year to Date: 9/1/08–present
Need ................................... $206,514
Offering ............................. $195,268
Shortage.............................($11,246)
a fresh-water worship experience
Sundays | 10:45AM | Franklin Hall

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 ADULT GROUPS
Sunday Mornings | 9:15–10:30AM Wednesdays | 6:30–8:00PM
Adult Bible Fellowship (ABFs) Join us in prayer, fellowship and fun as we connect with others
Once you’ve joined us in worship, our Adult Bible Fellowships are and grow in our faith. We have a variety of opportunities avail-
a great next step to connect with others and grow in your faith. We able that include:
Parenting Is Heart Work
have a variety of opportunities available that include:
September 10–October 29 | Rm 1238-39
The HUB (ages 18-23) | Room 244 The Way of the Master
STUDY: Life applications from God’s Word September 10–October 29 | Rm 1254-55
The Channel (ages 25–35) | Room 149 For Women—Vision of His Glory
STUDY: Related to The River’s message September 10–October 22 | Rm 1240-41
Connections (born in the 1970s) | Room 1224–1226 For Men—Quest for Authentic Manhood
Homebuilders (born in the 1960s) | Room 1250–1251 September 10–December 3 | Rm 1250-51
STUDY: Way of the Master: Learn how to impact the eternity of others For Men—Winning at Work and at Home
Cornerstone (born in the 1950s) | Room 1240–1241 September 10–October 29 | Rm 1252-53
STUDY: Revelation: The Apocalypse--book of blessing & cursing For All—Prayer Community
Koinonia (all ages) | Room 1252–1253 Ongoing | Rm 108 | Facilitator: Pastor Mike Rose
STUDY: “One Another” series For Moms—Moms’ Prayer Group
Ezra (all ages) | Room 1118 Ongoing | 5:30–6:15PM | Rm 100
STUDY: I & II Timothy, Titus For Women—Falling in Love with Jesus
Galilean (born in the 1930s) | Room 1244–1247 Beginning October 29 | 6:30–8PM | Rm 1240-41
STUDY: Prayer study Card Ministry
Immanuel (born in the 1930s) | Room 1105 1:00-3:00PM | Rm 139
STUDY: Things which become sound doctrine
Friendly Fellowship (born in the 1920s) | Room 1254–1255
STUDY: One anothers
W.H.O. (born before the 1920s) | Room 1116 UPCOMING GROUPS
STUDY: II Chronicles & Daniel: Develop Solomon’s wisdom and Daniel’s faith
Women (all ages) | Room 208 For Women—Falling in Love with Jesus
STUDY: Having a Mary Spirit or Beyond the Masquerade Wednesdays | Beginning October 29 | 6:30–8pm | Room 1240-41
Study Guide $12 | Facilitator: Sharon Johnson
Men (all ages) | Room 210
If you are not in a deep love relation-
STUDY: If You Want to Walk on Water, You’ve Got to Get Out of the Boat
ship and feel like flipping the switch when
Worship Team | Room 1125 the topics of romance, weddings, and
STUDY: Facing Your Giants
marriage come up—don’t! Though love
Prayer (all ages) | Room 100 songs will be sung and romantic stories
Ecclesiastes | Room 1238–1239 | Biblically Measured told, we are using these as parables to help
STUDY: Learn about life and faith from the wisest man who ever lived. you understand the best romance, which is
Other Groups your relationship with Jesus, the ultimate
Experience, investigate, build and grow in your faith. We have bridegroom for all believing women,
opportunities available during the week that include: whether you are single or married. Sign up
on Care & Communication Card.
Alpha
Mondays | September 8–November 10 | 6:00–8:30pm | Back Door
Women in the Word
Life Principles from the New Testament Men of Faith
Tuesdays | September 9–April | 9:00–11:00AM | Rm 100 & 131 (Library)
MOPS—Mothers of Pre-Schoolers
Second and fourth Tuesday of each month | 9:00–11:00AM | Fellowship Hall
$6 per meeting | Facilitators: Miriam Hager, 251.6964, & Lisa Rhodes, 274.0832
Beth Moore Study
The HUB (18–30 years old)
Sundays at 9:15AM— Meet in the HUB for breakfast, worship and
Beloved Disciple: The Life and Ministry of John
fellowship with a great lesson thrown in for good measure!
*Thursdays | September 11–November 20 | 9:10–11:10AM | Rm 108
Thursdays | September 11–November 20 | 6:30–8:00PM | Rm 108
*Childcare Provided
Monday at 7:00PM—Bible studies.
Girls meet at Friedrichs Coffee, 4632
86th, in Urbandale.
Guys meet at Friedrichs Coffee, 1821 22nd, in SINGLES
Blockbuster).
WDM
HUB
AGE(by
18 TO TWENTY-SOMETHING

Wednesday at 7:00PM—HUB band practice - Come and play!

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HUB
SINGLES AGE 18 TO TWENTY-SOMETHING
Prayer Sunday, October 19, 2008
NOTES
8:00AM Traditional & 10:45AM Celebration | Pastor Mike Rose
Private Devotion or The Road to Renewed Relationships:
When “Giving Up” is Winning Matt. 5:23–24
Corporate Worship? 10:45AM The River | Pastor Curt De Graaff Friend Day

By Mike Rose, Senior Pastor

Both! In Jesus, we see that He valued private
prayer with the Father. However, when asked by
the disciples, “teach us to pray,” Jesus taught us to
pray in this manner; “Our Father in heaven….”
(emphasis mine). It is no mistake that the first word
in the model prayer is one that points to the corpo-
rate nature of the body of Christ. The word “Our” is not a word
that one praying in private devotion would use. The word implies
that Jesus intended that prayer would be done in community, not
just in isolation. However, when we examine our churches, we
find much emphasis on music, sermons, and fellowship, but little
emphasis on corporate prayer.
For this reason I have chosen to get involved in raising the
awareness and practice of corporate prayer at F.F.C. In September
I launched a ministry
called “Prayer
Community.” As
the name implies,
Prayer Community
is the gathering of be-
lievers for a time of
worship-based prayer.
Like many of you, I
grew up in a church
that was characterized
by request-based
prayer meetings. That is
to say, the engine driving
the meeting was the individual needs of those attending. More
time was spent telling everybody about my needs than actually
praying about them. Worship-based prayer is driven by a desire
to meet with God, to focus on His character, as well as intercede
for people’s needs. Prayer Community meets on Wednesday
nights from 6:30 to 8:00PM. Due to growth of the group, effec-
tive Wednesday, October 22, we are moving from Room 108 to
Rooms 1244–1247 (the Galilean classroom).
What will you encounter at Prayer Community? From 6:25
to 6:40PM, reflective Christian music is played to allow time for
preparation for worship and prayer. An opening time for prayers
of worship and praise is followed by 2–3 distinct times of guided
prayer. Areas of focus are different from week to week. John
Porter also leads a time of prayer for our missionaries. A Scrip-
tural focus is provided as well as time to gather in small groups
to pray for our ministry, the needs of our people, community and
country. As we move to our new location, David Bush will be on
hand to lead us in songs of worship and reflection as well. If you
are not involved in another ministry on Wednesday evenings, I
encourage you to gather with your church family for corporate
worship and prayer. Together let’s be a Prayer Community.

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 PRAY FOR
ONE The contents of this page have been removed to protect the
ANOTHER privacy of those in our congregation.

Printed copies of this page can be obtained at the church.

Items found on this page include:

Pray for Those Who Grieve
Happy Birthday!
(Birthdays are listed for Federated members & missionaries)
Pray for those with Physical Needs
Our Encouragement (In the Hospital, Upcoming Surgery/Procedures, Partial List of the Ongoing Needs of Our Members &
“ I pray that your love wil Regular Attenders)
overflow more and more, and
that you will keep on growing in
Pray for Those Who Serve our Church
knowledge and understanding.
For I want you to understand
what really matters, so that you
may live pure and blameless
lives until the day of Christ’s
return.”
Philippians 1:9-10

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 MISSION ONE Reaching others for Jesus Christ
In Memory of Gordon
Closed Country
Gordon passed into the loving arms of our Lord at 3:15AM,
Sunday, October 5. Grace was with him, and was actually able to
give him a drink of water. He then opened his eyes and left for a
better life. Although Grace is grieving the loss of her life mate of
41 years, she is surrounded by like-minded friends who are help-
ing her. He was buried in the British Cemetery before sundown,
as is the custom of their host country.
Graces shares one day prior to his home going:
“Last week a friend walked in and laid a book in Gordon’s
hand. It was the very first copy in this country of the indigenous
complete Bible, just printed and specially rushed in for Gordon.
As he lay in his bed, Gordon held the result of his years of being
a starter and catalyst in its production.
“For the last 1 ½ months, Gordon has been an invalid in bed.
I have been grieving each time his condition weakens. Gordon
is one of the finest men I have ever known, and I will miss him
terribly. He knew for Whom he was living and kept focused. The
liver disease he inherited at birth, and which was diagnosed only
last summer—Hemochromatosis—has probably stolen 20 years
from his life. He turned 70 on September 7, and will soon see
with his own eyes the Lord he chose at age 15.
“Many have prayed for his healing. I, myself, have often made
this paraphrase. ‘Did Gordon or his parents sin, that he was
born with this liver disease?’ ‘Neither,’ replied Jesus, ‘but that
the glory of God would be revealed.’ Faith is waiting. Gordon’s
muscles have atrophied, his circulatory system in now varicose,
his bones osteoporosis, and his memory fading. Yet Lazarus,
brain-dead for four days with all of his systems finished, proved
no problem to Jesus.
“This may be the time the Lord chooses to bring Gordon
home. I have picked out a plot for him at the British Cemetery
here and have bought his coffin. We are planning to invite local
friends to join us for the burial service, and about two weeks later
have a memorial service in the church building.
“So many of you have sent encouragement and shared memo-
ries of Gordon. Thank you, too, for his 70th birthday greetings.
We have not felt alone at any time during these last 15 months,
even when we were forced to leave our home of 5 years, move
and settle into a different house, and struggle with Gordon’s ill-
ness. At each step, the Lord walked with us, providing just what
we needed, and sheltering our hearts and minds.
“Thank you for standing with us during this time.”
First Federated Church
Bill & Jenni Hunt
Mission Board:
Campus Crusade
Location:
Little Rock, Arkansas
What do they do? Having
served with Family-
Life in Nairobi, Kenya, for more than 18 years, the Hunts
have transitioned to Little Rock, Arkansas. Bill’s continuing
health issues were a major factor in the move. They are fo-
cused on training, mentoring and equipping national staff to
build FamilyLife movements in 21 African countries.
Prayer requests:
• Safety as Bill returns from a 10 day-trip to Mongolia where
he trained staff and military couples in Homebuilders.
• For Archbishop Kolini of Rwanda as he leads a team to
Little Rock to iron out a ministry partnership with Family-
Life the end of October.
• For an open door to train Rwanda’s 254 Anglican clergy
and numerous lay leaders to build Godly marriages; that the
movement would spread to more than 40 million Anglicans
in southern and eastern Africa.
• For the family’s difficult cultural transition to the States; for
increased support; for a home--most of their possessions are
in storage.
Steve & Pat
Closed Country
What do they do? Serving as Area Director, Steve searches for
open doors in a restrictive environment where many pay a
costly price for their faith. Through prayer, meeting with
national and foreign missionaries and serving in economic
development, this couple seeks to reach fourteen minority
tribal groups who do not yet contain a single believer.
Eighteen groups have believers who are being used to reach
their neighbors.
Praises:
• For a small group of tribespeople who have responded--their
first church has just been newly established.
Prayer Requests:
• For these tribal animists who have a complex belief system
in spirits, keeping them oppressed for centuries.
• For this first church to grow and withstand the persecution
that is likely to come.
• For the remaining 13 minority groups who do not yet contain
a single believer.
• For Pat’s continuing recuperation from Cushing’s disease—
she still has days of continued suffering from pain/fatigue.
• For the 100 children who expressed interest in following Jesus
after being exposed to Evangelism Explosion for Children.
7 Sunday, October 19, 2008

Hangtimes
Oct 19—No HangTime
Oct 26—Paintball
Nov 2—SMT Meeting
Nov 9—Madagascar 2—Movie Night 7th–12th Grades
Nov 16—Turkey Fest
Nov 23—None Turkey Weekend
Nov 30—Howland Home—FOOTBALL!
TODAY:
No Hangtime…Hang with your families!
What’s Going On?
Dodge Ball
Mondays | 6:30–8:00PM *NEW TIME*
Yep! We’re bringing it back! We have weekly match-ups on
Monday nights, 6:30–8:00PM. Parents and youth leaders are
welcome too! (basically anyone who loves dodge ball). Look for
Heirborn vs. Hub match-ups during the school year!
For Moms—Mom’s Prayer Group
Wednesdays | 5:30–6:15PM| RM 131 (Library)
Facilitators: Lori Blake & Julie Harper
If you are a mother of a senior / junior high youth, this is a
wonderful opportunity for you to get together with other moms
for encouragement and to pray for our youth. You can pick up a
meal in Fellowship Hall and join us in prayer.
Turn in Your Schedules
Parents and/or teens please turn in, email, or call Howie
with fall event schedules. The Howlands want to see your ball
games, show choir concerts, etc… but we need to know when
the events are, MHowland@FirstFederated.org
Wednesday Night Study | It’s Not About Me
Teens may purchase their own copy of It’s Not About Me:
Teen Edition for $8. See Howie or Julie to purchase the book.
This is our study on Wednesday nights, beginning Oct. 8. We
make every effort to summarize the book to students who do not
purchase them, but the study is all the more valuable if the teens
participate on their own as well.
In October
Bring a Friend Sunday, October 19
Did you bring a friend today? The Goal: 100 visitors! If we
meet the goal then Howie will sport the “monk” do!
Fall Family Fun Night
October 24 | 6:00PM
Big chance to serve! We need teens to help with all the booths
and events, plus we are turning the Backdoor into an arcade and
we’ll need help setting it up and running each activity. This is a
great outreach event for children and their families. Be sure to be
at your booths at 6:00PM. Those of you who served at M-Fuge in
a children’s ministry capacity will love this event! Come serve!
First Federated Church
Paintball
October 26 | 2–5PM
This is what you’ve been waiting for! The official Heirborn
paintball outing! Meet us at Action Jacks (Colfax, IA I-80 exit
155). Cost $35 includes rental, air, 500 paintballs. Extra ammo
$20…for the diehards! And, don’t hurt Howie too badly!
In November
Truth About Guys
Nov 1 | 6:30PM
Join an awesome panel of godly ladies, watch Chad Eastham’s
“The Truth About Guys” DVD and come eat mass quantities of
chocolate! For the ladies only!
Blitz!
Nov. 7 | 8PM
Have you ever wanted to go roller skating, rock-climbing, play
broomball, and bowl all in one night? Throw in a mega rally, a
stellar band and about 300 kids and you’re well on your way to
the fantasy-come-true known as BLITZ! The cost is only $35 for
all this crazy fun. Get all your friends together and sign-up! JH
MADAGASCAR 2
Sunday, Nov. 9
We like to move it, move it!!! Join us immediately following
the 10:45AM worship service, and carpool together to Jordan
Creek Town Center. Here we will eat at the food court and go see
a 2:00ish showing of Madagascar 2.
It should be awesome! Cost:$6
Turkey Fest!
Sunday, Nov. 16 | 4:00PM
This is something new - sign up to bring turkey, mashed
potatoes, stuffin’ and pies, all the good stuff that goes with a
Thanksgiving dinner. We’ll eat & have a great night of fellowship
together with the folks from 60 plus. Then we’ll have a time of
worship and thankfulness together singing hymns they love and
songs we love.
Turkey Trek! | Nov. 14–16
The winter retreat has moved! It is now back where it belongs
as the beloved TURKEY TREK! We are going to Hidden Acres
for an awesome retreat. Be ready to encounter the Lord and work
together. Now included: gym, pool, and so much more! Sign-up
in the Back Door! (SH Only) Chaperones / youth parents needed
for this event. Cost is $75. Deposit due Nov 1: $25
Upcoming
October
Family Fun Night ..................................................................................................... 24
Paintball ...................................................................................................................... 26
November
Movie Night | Madagascar 2 ...................................................................................2
JH Blitz ............................................................................................................................7
SH Turkey Trek (Retreat) ................................................................................. 14–16
Turkey Fest ..................................................................................................................16
Howland Home—Football .................................................................................. 30
December
SMT meeting ................................................................................................................7
Girls/Guys night out ................................................................................................14
8 Sunday, October 19, 2008
 CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
KZ Church Do You See What I See?
JUST DO IT!! That’s not just a popular soda Rehearsals begin Sunday, October 26
pop slogan. Today in KZ Church we talked for this year’s Christmas production. All
about how important it is to read the Bible and K-6th graders are invited to be a part of the
not just walk away from that instruction. . .but choir—no auditions necessary. Rehearsal
to JUST DO IT!! The Bible even talks about will be held in Room 240 (that’s the KZ
how we will be blessed if we DO what the Bible Church room), 10:30–11:15AM. Parents,
says. you will need to pick up your child from
All K-4th graders are invited to join us in KZ Church, whether Sunday School and just bring them directly to the KZ Church
your family is attending the Celebration Service or The River. room for rehearsal. KZ Church will take place directly following
Follow the colored footprints up the stairs to room 240. rehearsal.
The performance date is Sunday, December 21.
Fall Fun Night Federated Fall FREE
!
Friday, October 24 Volunteers, it’s time!
Pick up invitation cards
at the Welcome Center
today and invite someone
Fun Night
Friday, October 26 | 6–9pm
Last chance!! Be encouraged,
refreshed, inspired, and instructed
as we discuss “Making the Most of
for families with elementary
to come with you this and preschool age children
Time…Yours, Theirs and God’s.”
www.FirstFederated.org
Friday night. Today! Oct. 19 | 9:15–10:30 or 10:45–12:00 | Room 108

Ticket.indd 1 9/26/2007 11:15:07 AM We Love New Babies!

We love to pray for expectant parents and
we love to celebrate the birth of each Federated
baby. If you are expecting a baby, CONGRATU-
LATIONS! Our Great Expectation Ministry
(GEM) is ready to serve you. Please let us know your good news
by writing a note on your Care and Communication Card or call-
ing Mary in the Children’s Ministry office at 255.2122.

New Arrival
Keith and RuthAnn Rittgers are the proud
grandparents of Talia Priscilla Roduner. Talia
was born on October 11 to Sarah and Steve
Roduner in Rochester, MN. Welcome, little one, to our extended
Federated family!

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Managing Editor ....................................John C. Stark (jstark@FirstFederated.org) ministry is made possible by your gifts to the Deacons’ Fund.
Production Artist ................................................................................ Lynne McKee Deaconess of the Month
Missions Editor .......................................................................................Jean Crabbs Denese Gable | 255.4727
Prayer Bulletin Editor ............................................................................Julie Denger Our Deaconesses are available to the women of the church in
Printing ................................................................................................Karl Johnson areas of encouragement and spiritual support. If you need a
Folding, Cutting, & Distribution ......................... Robert W. Marean & Bob Hulling listening ear and someone to pray with you, please call Denese.

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 UPCOMING EVENTS OTHER NEWS
Wednesday Night Meal Sympathy
Fellowship Hall | 5-6:15PM Our sympathy is extended to those in our church family who
Children (age 2-12) $2 | Adults $3 | Family $10 have lost loved ones recently:
Make reservations on the Care & Communication Card or call the
Ellen Fisher and Brent Finer at the death of their
church office before noon on Mondays.
Oct. 22: Pizza, Tossed Salad, Dessert grandmother, Esther Larsen, on October 10

60 Plus Thank you

Tuesday, October 21 | 11:00AM | Fellowship Hall Dear FFC family: Jim & I are so thankful for the faithful
prayers and how the Lord has walked us through every step of
Operation Christmas Child this. Thank you just does not cover it. We are grateful to each of
It all kicks off officially here on you! In Christ, Jim & Dannetta Feleay.
October 26 when we’ll have mountains of
shoe boxes, ready to be filled. Can’t wait? Men’s Tuesday Night
Start collecting items to fill your shoe box Basketball League
right now. Pick up those school supply items that are on sale, or Sign-ups for the Men’s Tuesday night
possibly summer t-shirts or small toys. Add candy and hygiene basketball league will be held on Oct. 26 and
items and you’ll be on your way toward packing a great box for Nov. 2 following each of the morning services.
a needy child. Information brochures are available in the Chil- Look for the sign-up table in the gym hallway.
dren’s Ministry office. Questions? Call Mary Tesser, 255.2122.

Fall All-Church Clean-Up

We Need You & Your Family!
Saturday, November 1 | 8:00AM - 12:00PM
By Gary L. Jaehnel, Facilities Manager
That’s right. We need you, your
family and your tools to help with the
Fall All-Church Clean-Up. We’ll be
hard at work on Saturday, November
1st from 8:00AM until noon. We
have many work projects required to have our large facilities
and 9 acres of grounds ready for the winter season. Projects will
include raking, trimming, edging, filter changing, sweeping,
cleaning, hauling, moving, etc. We have a multitude of outdoor
and a few indoor projects to keep the entire family busy.
We also need some tools and equipment to help make the
day a success. If you own any of the following, PLEASE bring
it with you:
Hedge Trimmers (gas & electric) Pruners (large & small)
Join thousands on October 23
Hand Saws Weed-Eaters (gas)
Sidewalk Edgers (gas) Leaf Blowers (gas)
to pray for Europe
Leaf Vacuums (gas) Shredders (gas) Join at www.GEMission.org/pray/strategic
Chain Saws (gas) Step Ladders (6’ & up) • Pray against spiritual barriers to the Gospel
Rakes (leaf) Shovels
Push Brooms Buckets
• Lift up the poor and needy
Generators Extension Cords • Pray for strategic advances of the Gospel
Pick-Up Trucks (for hauling of tools and yard debris) • Pray for individual missionaries serving in Europe
Open Top Trailers (for hauling of yard debris)
NOTE: In the event of rain, the Clean-Up will be rescheduled for Saturday, Nov. 8. This is a great opportunity for you to
October pray for the church in Europe. Join with
Fall Fun Night............................................................................................................ 24 thousands through Greater Europe Mission
Operation Christmas Child Official Kick-off .................................................. 26 on October 23, and pray for missionaries Zumack
November and ministries all over Europe. FFC
Daylight Saving Time (Fall Back) ..........................................................................1 supports Leroy & Debbie Zumack in
Fall All-Church Clean-Up .........................................................................................1
Code Blue Rally (Auditorium) .......................................................................................15
France, and Jim & Ruth Finke in Greece.

Finke
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