something different.

Ladies...mark your calendars!  JOIN US for a special evening of food, fellowship and MUSIC!!   Sign-ups for attendance and food will begin this week in your KC.

 

 

 

 

our treat.

It truly was a "treat" this morning to spend some time with the residents of LakeView Estates.  Our prayer is that this will be the first of many opportunities to serve and encourage these sweet people who live and work just around the corner from our church home.  We were SO grateful for this opportunity that the Lord BLESSED!  Here are some of the highlights.  Many thanks to all who came out and especially to Betsy Barlow for organizing it all!!  

Heading in for candy!

SALLY'S FALL GARDEN PARTY

Fall is such a great time to work in the garden!  We will be talking about how to divide perennials, save seeds for next year, and put your garden to bed for the winter.  If you have some perennials you would like to share, please bring them with you.  I hope you all can come.  Feel free to invite others.  

 Saturday, Oct. 13 * 5120 Hollow Log Lane * 2-4pm

RSVP to Sally Carter  alansally@gmail.com

JOIN US!  It will be a great time.

Ushering in autumn...

LOVING AND SERVING TOGETHER.  IT IS WHAT WE ARE DOING.  "He must increase, but I must decrease." John 3:30

Ladies...Here is a brief recap of what we presented at our Fall Kick-Off Dinner. For those of you who were unable to attend, take a moment to look over what is ahead.  We had lots of interest and sign-ups for it all.  Let us know if you would like to know more about something and we will put you on an email list. 

OUTREACH:

Lovelady Center SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE - Please bring school supplies to help Lovelady keep their closet stocked for the precious children that live there.  We have agreed to donate a box or so full of school supplies during the month of September.  There is a very cute school bus box in the lower gathering hall.  We need your help!!  They are on sale EVERYWHERE. :)   Contact Lucy Wahlman for more info.

LakeView Estates - We are hoping to begin a NEW relationship with LakeView Estates (just around the corner from Faith Church on Valleydale).  LakeView is a memory care and assisted living facility.  We are SO excited about this new little journey.  Please contact Betsy Barlow if you are interested in being involved in serving there.  We will be reading to the residents, possible leading a few Bible studies, playing games, singing.....Hoping to be a blessing to them!!

Run for One: Lifeline Adoption Agency is sponsering a 5K & Fun Run.  Saturday morning, September 29.  We are getting some folks together to run & walk.  Join us! Bring a friend or the whole family.  Contact Lucy Wahlman for more info.

BIBLE STUDIES: 

Tuesday Evenings @ Ruth Baldwin's:  GOSPEL: Recovering the Power that Made Christianity Revolutionary - 7pm every Tuesday evening.  Contact Ruth Baldwin for more info.

Tuesday Evenings @ Marilyn Armbrester's: OPENING EXODUS - Every Tuesday evening @ 7pm.  Contact Marilyn Armbrester for more info.

Wednesday Mornings @ Faith Church: HERO OF HEROES - Co-led by Carl, Martin & Alan.  Begins this Wednesday (Sept. 12) @ 9:30am.  Contact Amy Henry for more info.

FELLOWSHIP ACTIVITIES:

Picnic and Playdate:  Join us Friday, September 14 on the church playground and pavilion!! Pack your kids (or not) and a lunch.  See you @ 11am!!  Contact Christi Cahoon for more info. 

Fall Garden Party with Sally Carter:  Come enjoy a taste of autumn in Sally's Garden on Saturday morning, October 13. We will be learning about fall plantings and getting ideas for our own lawns and gardens.  Even if it is just a potted plant, we all could use some greenery in our day!  JOIN US! For more info., contact Sally Carter.

SEVEN: An Experimental Mutiny Against Excess

SUMMER BOOK STUDY:

"Seven"

A conversation about the "too much" in our lives.

Ladies....change your plans, mark your calendars, grab this book and invite a friend!!  This summer, together, we will be diving into the provocative, challenging, powerful and funny diary of Jen Hatmaker's experiment with reducing the excess in the life of she and her family.  'Seven' is the "discovery of a greatly increased God-a call toward Christ-like simplicity and generosity that transcends a social experiment to become a radically better existence."  Join us as we read, discuss and challenge each other (guilt-free) this summer.  

Book excerpt:

 Seven months, seven areas, reduced to seven simple choices.  I'm embarking on a journey of less.  It's time to purge the junk and pare down to what is necessary, what is noble.  7 will be an exercise in simplicity with one goal: to create space for God's kingdom to break through.

 -Jen Hatmaker

 DATES:

June 13, 20, 27

July 11, 18, 25

9:30am-11:30am

Faith Presbyterian Church

 

Nursery and kids activities available. 

REGISTER YOUR KIDDOS:

Ages 0-3: monicamerrill@bellsouth.net 
Grades (rising) K4-6: shood@faith-pca.org

*weekly nursery/kids sign-in will begin @ 9:15am.  

Books will be ordered soon.  To reserve your copy, 
 contact Amy Henry. 

Questions? Contact Meg Trammell or Amy Henry

TEAM FAITH: 5K @ Veteran's Park. JOIN US!!

A group of us will be running, jogging and walking in the Autism Awareness run on Saturday, April 28, 2012.  There is a 5K timed race, as well as a 2-mile walk.  If you are interested in joining Team Faith, please contact Amy Henry for more information.  This will be a great opportunity to fellowship, get some exercise together, and be active in our own community.  There will be activities for the entire family.  It's not too late to get registered!!

Race to Solve the Puzzle @ Veteran's Park

River Day Getaway

FPC Ladies' River Day Getaway is just around the corner. We will be heading to a beautiful spot on the Warrior River for a wonderful day of teaching, fellowship, and of course...eating! The Strickland's have graciously offered to host this event at their river house and can't wait to welcome all of you. 

DATE: Saturday, April 14, 2012

TIMES: 8:00 a.m. (we will meet and carpool) until 4:30 p.m.
LOCATION: The Stricklands' river house (maps & directions available)

SPEAKER: Kelly Buck

ADDITIONAL INFO:

• We will be asking for snack and lunch contributions, so let us know if you are willing to help. Please bring either a salad, something sweet, or something salty (appetizer). Drinks will be provided.
• You may want to bring a Bible and something to take notes on.
• Don't worry about who to ride with. We will meet and carpool from designated locations.

TWO LOCATIONS:
Choose which location is more convenient and meet there at 8 a.m.: 

1. 8 a.m.: Faith Presbyterian lower parking lot
2. 8 a.m.: Brookwood Mall back upper parking lot behind Macy's

Ladies, this is a great opportunity to invite a friend, neighbor, or a church visitor/newcomer. Invite someone to ride with you as we journey to the river!

Sign-ups will begin Sunday, April 1, in KC classes. Watch for the clipboard...

Questions? Contact Meg Trammell.

Women's Stone Soup Fellowship

January 23 at 6:30 

Soup for us and soup for Brother Bryan! Join us for a dinner of soup and salad. We'll hear about women's Bible studies, and Pam Caldwell will encourage us as women of Faith in a new year of ministry. Don't miss the fun and fellowship! Sign up here!
 

We'll also collect ingredients for a soup supper at Brother Bryan Mission.

Wednesday Morning Bible Study

Summer Drop-In Bible Study

Ladies’ Summer Bible Study 

This is a great opportunity to get into the Word with your sisters at Faith. Come on three Wednesday mornings from 9:30 to 11:30. There will be a different speaker each week, and refreshments too. All women are welcome! Nursery and kids’ activities are available. Contact Aimee Jackson (amcgeeverj@hotmail.com).

July 13

 July 20 

July 27

In His Steps

Rev. Henry Maxwell, speaking slowly and determinedly, repeated his astounding proposition, "I want volunteers from First Church who will pledge themselves, earnestly and honestly, for an entire year; not to do anything without first asking the question, 'What would Jesus do?'" Maxwell never dreamed that among those who responded would be the most influential members of his congregation. Together they pledged themselves to a new step of faith that would change, not just a handful of people, but an entire town-for good."

Christian Classic?

     Admittedly, I waited a rather long time before searching for this summer's book club selection. I've read a lot of great stuff lately, but nothing seemed right for a book club. Some titles were too long. Some too serious. Some too sad. My search for "thee book" led me to research the top ten Christian fiction books of all time. I wasn't surprised to see many of C.S. Lewis' titles listed in addition to Bunyan's beloved Pilgrim's Progress. There were also some titles by Hannah Hurnard and GK Chesterton. And then there was Charles Sheldon's novel In His Steps. Never heard of it. Again and again, the book appeared on lists of Christian classics and it boasted some 30 million copies sold since its publication in 1896. Perhaps this was worth reading. My curiosity peaked, I ordered a copy.
    The book directly fits into a topic that I've been reading quite a bit about lately. What does it truly mean to be a disciple of Christ? This question is hardly a new one. Dietrich Bonhoeffer answered this question in his 1937 book, The Cost of Discipleship. More recently, David Platt revisited the question in his instant-hit, Radical, which is still sweeping the country. However, it is Sheldon's novel that is credited with asking the question that created both a witness tool and a fashion phenomenon--What Would Jesus Do? WWDJ?
Unlike Bonhoeffer or Platt, Sheldon uses fiction as a framework and his characters answer the WWDJ question by responding to a bold challenge---to make no decisions whatsoever for one full year without first asking the WWJD question and then obeying no matter the cost. The result is a quietly interesting read.
   Though antiquated, the book is surprisingly relevant and within a few pages, you forget that it's over 100 years old. The language is a little dated, but not distracting. The characters are charming and easy to identify with. It's not a flashy page-turner, but rather a thought-provoking book that leads you page by page on this year long experiment with seven very different characters. But (and it's a big but) the book has the potential for heavy criticism and debate. What are its strengths and weaknesses? Should it be revered as a Christian classic? Should the title be cited with the likes of C.S. Lewis as being top-ten worthy?     
   Put the beach reading down for a little while and read along with me. You be the critic. Will the WWJD question take on a whole new meaning for you after reading this book or will it just be another bumper sticker; another short-lived trend in American culture?

* Read Chapters 1-15 for June 22nd and the remaining chapters for June 29th.

* The book is available via Amazon for around $9.37. For the Kindle carriers, it's available for free. Due to a defective copy-right that was discovered in 1933, the book is available for download all over the internet also and it's perfectly legal (if you can read off of a computer screen or spend $1,000 in ink to print it).

SEE BELOW FOR TIMES & LOCATION.

BRING A FRIEND & COME READ WITH US!!!

for more info, contact Kerry Cobb.

June Book Club.

COME READ WITH US!

Faith Presbyterian Church Women's Ministries will be hosting a book club for two weeks during the month of June.  All women are welcome to grab the book, read, and show up for a wonderful time of fellowship and discussion.

BOOK TO BE ANNOUNCED on June 8.  This should give everyone enough time to find the book and read the first half.  Invite a friend and mark your calendar!!

DATES: Wednesday, June 22 & Wednesday, June 29 @ 9:30am.

Nursery care & Kids Activities will be available.  For more info, please contact Kerry Cobb.

Check back in for the book annoucement.....

UPDATES & DETAILS: River Day Getaway

Ladies......

We are so excited about the upcoming "day-treat" on the Warrior River.  If you have not signed up yet, get in the game and put your name down!!  It's going to be great!!  Here are some details and answers to your burning questions.  Read on......

Detail One:

We now have ONE meeting location at 8am on Saturday, April 9.   We will have directions/phone numbers for everyone if you end up driving.

 Brookwood Mall back upper parking lot behind Macy's. Contact person: Betsy Barlow

Detail Two:

If you would like to contribute to the food supply for the day, we'd love for you to bring either a salad, something salty (appetizer/dip), or a dessert.  Drinks will be supplied.  

Detail Three:

We will be JOYFULLY accepting monetary contributions to give to one of Candice Ashburn's three ministries that she supports.  If you feel led and are able, please bring a gift to put in the basket.  Thank you!  

Detail Four:

We should arrive home no later than 6:00pm (if we leave by 5:00). 

Detail Five (last, but not least):

Wear comfortable clothing (including shoes), bring your bible, and come ready to be encouraged!! 

To sign up................

Contact: Meg Trammell

RIVER DAY GETAWAY

Mark you calendar!!

FPC Ladies' River Day Getaway is just around the corner.  We will be heading to a beautiful spot on the Warrior River for a wonderful day of teaching, fellowship, and of course....eating!  The Strickland's have graciously offered to host this event at their river house and can't wait to welcome all of you. 

Here is what you need to know.....

DATE: Saturday, April 9, 2011

 TIMES: 8:00am (we will meet and carpool) until 4:30pm
LOCATION: The Strickland's river house (maps & directions available)

SPEAKER: Candice Ashburn

ADDITIONAL INFO:

*We will be asking for snack & lunch contributions, so let us know if you are willing to help.  Please bring either a salad, something sweet, or something salty (appetizer). Drinks will be provided.
**You may want to bring a bible and something to take notes on.
***Don't worry about who to ride with.  We will meet and carpool from designated locations.

TWO LOCATIONS:
1. 8am: Faith Presbyterian lower parking lot
2. 8am: Brookwood Mall back upper parking lot behind Macy's

**You can choose which location is more convenient and meet there @ 8am.

Ladies....this is a GREAT opportunity to invite a friend, neighbor, or a church visitor/newcomer.  Invite someone to ride with you as we journey to the river!!!

Sign-ups will begin this Sunday (March 13) in KC classes.  Watch for the clipboard.....

More information to come. 

Questions??  Contact Meg Trammell.

WINTER FELLOWSHIP DINNER

JOIN US!!

Women's Winter Fellowship Dinner 

benefitting Mrs. Janice Ogren's 11th Grade Class @ Restoration Academy

Tuesday, February 22, 2010 @ 6:30pm

Please come for this wonderful opportunity to serve Mrs. Ogren and her ministry at RA.  We will be collecting $5-$10 gift cards OR packaged snacks/candy for Mrs. Ogren to use as classroom incentives.  Ideas for gift cards would be McDonalds, KFC, WalMart, Burger King, etc.  Any sort of fast food location would be great.  Please join us as we fellowship together, hear about an amazing ministry, and join together to serve and encourage a fellow sister in Christ who is daily serving on the front lines of ministry across town.  Be thinking and praying about contributing to our "INCENTIVE DRIVE."

Also...let us know if you are able to bring a salad or dessert.  A sign-up sheet will soon circulate in your KC.  Thank you!!!

For additional info, please contact Amanda Dixon or the church office (991-5430).

Save These Dates!

 

UPCOMING WOMEN'S MINISTRIES EVENTS :

Wednesday Morning Bible Study:  

IDOLS OF THE HEART
by Elyse Fitzpatrick

Starting back Wednesday, February 2 @ 9:15am

Contact Aimee Jackson to order a book (298-1839).

JOIN US!!

*Childcare available for ages 4 and under.

Women's Winter Fellowship Dinner:  

Tuesday, February 22 @ 6:30pm 

* We will be gathering to enjoy some yummy soups, salads, breads, and desserts together.  Our guest speaker for this event will be Mrs. Janice Ogren, an 11th grade teacher from Restoration Academy.  She will be sharing what her first year has been like as a teacher at Restoration, as well as, how we can continue to support her classroom and students.  

More info to come.  Stay tuned...

River Day Getaway: 

 Saturday, April 9 

*Join us for a morning and afternoon of teaching, fellowship and lots of food! We will welcome speaker & teacher, Candice Ashburn, to a beautiful setting on the Warrior River.  We will be meeting at the church and carpooling together that morning (exact time TBA).  Great opportunity to invite newcomers and friends!! 

Again...more info to come.  Stay tuned...

JANUARY BOOK CLUB.

Come Read with Us!

WHAT?  Wednesday Morning Book Club

WHEN? Three Wednesdays in January (5th, 12th, & 19th) @ 9:30am

WHERE? Faith Presbyterian Church in one of the KC rooms

WHO? Any lady interested in reading a great book and discussing it with others.  Great opportunity to invite friends who love to read.  

DETAILS...

The book will be "revealed" and available at the first meeting (January 5).   We will have a time of fellowship, a short background/history lesson on the chosen book, and some time for brief discussion.  If you would like to come and have a book ready and waiting on you, please contact Kerry Cobb, our wonderful facilitator, by email or phone (968-3253). Soooooo....let us know!  We'll need to get you a book (discounted price, of course).

NURSERY AVAILABLE for ages 4 and under.

Also.......Wednesday Morning Bible Study will resume on February 2, 2011.

WE NEED GREENery.

 

Ladies...We are needing any Christmas greenery from your yard, shrubs, trees, etc. that you can spare.   These will be used to decorate our church for Christmas.  As most of you know, our budget is tighter than it has been in years past, therefore, we are depending almost completely on donated greenery.  We would greatly appreciate your help in this.  Please help us make our church a lovely, festive and welcoming place by contributing.  There will be a box in the upper gathering hall for the greenery.  Please bring all greenery by FRIDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2010.  For more information, please contact Lauren Shaw or Meg Decoudres.

 

EXAMPLES OF WHAT IS NEEDED: Magnolia, Spruce, Fir, Pinecones, Holly (berries)

Thank you so much and happy clipping!!

Mums, Anyone??

 

In addition to the pumpkins you all are loaning us (subtle reminder!) to decorate for the Thanksgiving service on Sunday, we will have some mums in fall colors that will be available for purchase for $10.  Plan to bring ten bucks to the service and check "table decoration" or "hostess gift" off of your Thanksgiving checklist.

We need one more helper to decorate the tables on Sunday after worship for about an hour. Contact Hallie Wagner (205) 613-6444 or  halliebwagner@gmail.com if you're interested.

Lend Us Your Pumpkins...(or your gourds or squash).

If you're willing to loan us your (uncarved) gourds, pumpkins, or squash (all sizes, shapes and colors welcome) to decorate tables for the Thanksgiving service (Sunday November 21 from 5-7) please drop them off at the church on or before Sunday morning November 21st. You'll be able to take them home after the evening service.

If you'd like to help decorate tables on Sunday Nov. 21 after worship, email or call Hallie Wagner (halliebwagner@gmail.com 205.613.6444).