First Federated ChurchSunday, January 20, 2008
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Volume 9 Number 36
All Church Skating Party
Tonight | 5:30-7:30
PM
Bring the whole family fora fun evening of roller skatingtonight, 5:30-7:30
PM
at Skate North.Admission is FREE and you maybring your own skates or rentskates for $3. Even if you aren’t askater, come enjoy a visit with afriend—old or new. Concessionswill be available for purchase, too.
Sanctity of Human Life Sunday
By Pastor Michael Howland, Youth Pastor
January 20th is Sanctity of Human Life Sunday. We believethat life begins at conception. This year our student ministrywants to make a difference and help a local pro-life ministryso Heirborn Student Ministries is throwing a baby shower forRuth Harbor Ministries. Ruth Harbor is a home away from homefor many young women who become pregnant. Ruth Harborprovides security and safety in aloving, family-style home. Hous-ing, food, and healthcare areprovided at no charge, givingthese women the support theyneed to work and save for theirfuture or pursue educational andcareer opportunities. While atRuth Harbor, women receive excellent prenatal care and nutri-tious meals that are essential to their health and the health of their babies. They also receive weekly Christ-centered counselingand information on both parenting and adoption options. Weeklyclasses will provide information to help each mother prepare forher future and that of her baby.Our particular baby shower is a little different than theaverage baby shower. We won’t be giving diapers, baby bottles,etc—instead, we will be sharing gifts with this pro life ministrythat will help meet office and care/ministry needs. Teens willenjoy lunch, cake and punch as they listen to Mark McDougalshare more information about this ministry as well as hear testi-monies from two mothers directly impacted by this ministry. If you feel led to help, check out their list of needs at this web link:http://www.ruthharbor.org/rhwishlist.htm
First Impressions
By Gary L. Jaehnel, Facilities Manger
When you visit someone’shouse for the first time, do youlook around as you walk in theirdoor? Is your impression of them somewhat based on whereand how they live? The samecan be said of people walkingin our front doors here at churchfor the first time.Starting later this month, weare going to make some changesto the foyer with the objective of making guests feel welcome andcomfortable as they arrive andleave through our front doors.At the same time, we are goingto create some small gatheringareas where people can meet andtalk before and after the services.Here is some of what you’llbegin to see happen:• Existing chairs and tableswill be arranged in thenorth “V” of the foyer to create a designated Guests’ Recep-tion area between the glass entrances to our facility.• The Mission displays and tables are going to be replacedwith a new, updated wall display system.• Existing chairs and tables will be arranged to create smallmeeting areas on the east and west sides of our foyer.• The Information and Resource areas will be painted a dif-ferent color and include new signage to immediately attractguests’ attention as they enter.A committee of visionaries, designers and technical peoplehas been formed to make this dream a reality. We’ll start withthese simple improvements for a short trial period then regroupto determine what other changes are economically possible toimprove the overall image and feel of the foyer. Ideas are alreadybeing considered, including paint, rugs, banners, signs, newfurniture, etc.These enhancements are consistent with the theme of “NewBeginnings” at First Federated as we strive to engage thecommunity around us. We hope you’ll be excited about theseupcoming changes.
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WELCOME TO FIRST FEDERATED CHURCH!
Have Questions?
If you have any questions, simply ask someone wearing aname tag with “Here to Help” on it or visit the Welcome Centerin the auditorium Foyer.
Guest Reception
If you are visiting with us for the first time or have justrecently started attending First Federated Church, we cordiallyinvite you to a reception in the Foyer immediately following theservice. We would love to have the opportunity to meet you, getto know you better, and answer any questions you may have.
Fill Out the Care & Communication Card
If you have never completed a Care and Communication Card,please take a moment to do so. This allows us, as a church family,to better know your needs and how we can serve you. The Careand Communication Card is located inside this newspaper. Just fillout the card completely and leave at the end of your pew, give to anusher, or hand it in at the Visitors’ Table located in the foyer.Thank you for taking the time to visit First Federated Church.If you are not presently a member of a Bible teaching church, weinvite you to join our church family.
If You Have Children Visit the Children’sMinistry Registration Station
Trust your children to the care of our dedicated, lovingChildren’s Ministry staff. Our children’s programs provide qual-ity care and learning for kids of all ages.If your child has not already been enrolled in our Children’sMinistry, a quick visit to the Children’s Ministry RegistrationStation will provide you with temporary security tags and give usthe information we need to effectively minister to your child.
Infants & Preschool Children
Childcare and teaching are available during the 9:00 hour and 10:30 worship servicein the Nursery and Preschool Departments.
Kindergarten–4th Grade
During the 9:00 hour,
K–4th graders
meet in graded classroom groups for Biblelearning and fun.
K–2nd graders
attend the rst part of the 10:30 worship service with their familiesand then are dismissed through the large black doors at the front of the auditoriumto attend their own age-appropriate children’s church, called KZ Church. Parents, weencourage you to go with your children the rst time they visit KZ Church.
3rd & 4th graders
attend the worship service to listen and learn with their families.
Xtreme AM (5th & 6th Grade)
Our preteens meet in their own Xtreme spot, Room 205, at 9:00 for a time of Xtremelearning, Xtreme prayer and Xtreme relationship-building, then join their families forthe 10:30 worship service.
Youth (Grade 7–12) & Adults
Groups for ADULTS
and activities for
YOUTH
begin at 9:00
AM
. Stop bythe Welcome Center to nd out about each of the groups and how to get there.
Thank you for choosing to worship with us this morning!
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Men’s Basketball—January 22
6:30
PM
| Rockets vs. Celtics8:00
PM
| Lakers vs. Bulls
Wednesday Nights | 6:30
PM
Concerts of Prayer
| Room 1116
Moms’ Prayer Group
Wednesday Evenings | 5:15–6:15
PM
| Room 131 (Library)
Wednesday Night Study
Using God’s Word to Interpret Your World
Wednesday at 6:30
PM
If you’ve resolved to grow closerto Jesus, be a brighter light for Him inyour community, and be stronger inyour faith and/or your understandingof how to communicate it—this class isfor you. Join with others as we explorethe world through God’s eyes.
Men’s Winning at Work & Home Group
Saturdays | 7:00–8:30
AM
|
Room 1250–51
Card Ministry
Mondays | 6:30-8:15
PM
| Room 139
If you have questions, call Carol Fugere 274.6333.
Women Alone Serving
January 24 | 10
AM
| Craft Room | NW Senior Citizen Center on Franklin
Deepen Your Fellowship at FFC
Sundays | Starting January 27 | 9:00
AM
Fellowship is an important part of the DNA of the Church. This elective isa wonderful way to become better con-nected to the community of believershere at First Federated Church. The firstthree weeks of this elective cover mem-bership at FFC. The following 5 weeks are focused on a study of how God has shaped you to be an active, contributing memberof His church. If you are interested in becoming a member of FFC and understanding how God has equipped you for ministry,you can register for this group in the foyer, on the Care & Com-munication Card, or by calling Julie Denger at 255-2122, ext. 116.
Sunday Mornings | 9:00
AM
Groups for All Ages
See Fall Ministry brochure for complete listing.
New Young Couples Group | Room 209Men’s Group
| Room 210Women’s Group
| Room 208Sunday Prayer Group
Sundays | 9
AM
| Room 100
The HUB
(18–23 years old)
Sunday 9:15
- Worship and fellowshipwith FREE continental breakfast! Then, sitback and enjoy the relevant teachings of Scott Longstreet!
Sunday night 6pm
- Meet at the Hub room for Poster Blitz part 4!We’re looking for a record turnout!
Tuesdays at 8:30
PM
—Ladies’ Bible study
Wednesdays at 7:30
PM
—Men’s Bible study
Thursday at 6:30
PM
—
Hub band practice
Alpha Course
Mondays | Started January 14 | 6:00
PM
|
Backdoor
Alpha is a 12-week course hosted on Mondays at 6:00
PM
,
inthe Backdoor. Each Monday night you and your guest(s) willexperience rich fellowship around a wonderful meal, an engagingvideo lesson by Nicky Gumble, founder of the Alpha course, anda time to ask questions, both simple and complex, about our faith.
ADULT GROUPS
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UPCOMING GROUPS
A Heart Like His
This Beth Moore study of King David focuseson his years as God’s chosen king of Israel andhow God loved and used David despite hisdisobedience. This study offers many practicallessons on how to have a heart like God’s.
Continuing from Fall 2007Thursdays | February 7–Ongoing | 9:10–11:10
AM
Led by Catherine EricksonThursdays | February 7–Ongoing | 6:30–8:30
PM
Led by Vickie BlairCost: $20
Parenting Class
Essentials of Discipline
, Focus on the Family12–Wednesdays | Starting February 6 | 6:30–8:00
PM
For Women—Falling in Love with Jesus
Wednesdays | 6:30–8:00
PM
For Couples—Marriage Builders
Wednesdays | 6:30–8:00
PM
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