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

July 13, 2014

Brad Seevers Senior Minister (740-550-9882)

David Tingler

Associate Minister

Sunday Services

Bible School 8:45 a.m.

Worship

10:00 a.m.

Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

Ladies Pinterest Night

Friday, July 25th

6:00 p.m.

Even if you don’t sew there are many ways you can help:

1) cut 6” elastic

2) cut 38” bias tape

3) cut arm holes

4) sort finished dresses

5) put bias tape with a matching pillow case.

Delores Payne’s son-in-law and granddaughter will be at the

Pinterest Night. They have been on mission trips to Haiti and will

be sharing their experiences.

We would like everyone to bring an appetizer. If you have found

an appetizer on Pinterest that you really like, bring it to share!

THOUGHTS FROM BRAD …

This week at the North American Christian Convention in Indianapolis, one speaker made the following comment. He said, “If you show me who you are listening to, I will show you who you are becoming.” Let that sink in for a minute! Now ask yourself, “Who are you listening to?” 1 Corinthians 15:33 says, “Do not be misled: Bad company corrupts good moral character.”

Are you listening to those who…

1) Think they know everything? First of all, they don’t know everything and to think that they do shows great pride. Beware of the man who thinks he has every answer to life’s great questions. Don’t emulate him! 1 Cor. 1:20-25 says: “Where is the wise man? Where is the scholar? Where is the philosopher of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world? 21For since in the wisdom of God the world through its wisdom did not know him, God was pleased through the foolishness of what was preached to save those who believe…25For the foolishness of God is wiser than man’s wisdom, and the weakness of God is stronger than man’s strength.”

2) Have a negative, critical spirit? This person usually seeks to be as miserable to everyone as he feels about himself. Don’t emulate him! 2 Corinthians 10:5 says, “…And we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ.”

3) Are not basing their life on the Word of God? This person decides to live by his own opinion; his own version of truth. Don’t emulate him! 1 Thessalonians 2:13 says, “Therefore, we never stop thanking God that when you received His message from us, you didn’t think of our words as mere human ideas. You accepted what we said as the very Word of God-which of course it is. And this Word continues to work in you who believe.”

4) Follow the Spirit’s lead? To me, this is the best approach, if you have seen evidence that they seek Christ first, and make decisions not on the flesh but by the Spirit of God. Romans 8:13 says, “For if you live according to the flesh, you will die; but if by the Spirit you put to death the misdeeds of the body, you will live.”

This is just a sampling of whom we are listening? I just want us to be honest in our assessment. Again, “If you show me who you are listening to, I will show you who you are becoming.” May we become ever more like our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Brad

BITS FROM BRO. DAVE

SCHEDULE CHANGE: During the months

of July and August, with the approval of our

Elders, I am reducing my working hours to just

one day per week, or approximately 8 hours. I

will, normally, be available each Wednesday. I

will, however, remain available, on other days,

for special needs or emergencies.

KEENAGERS’ TRIP IN JULY: On

Wednesday, July 30, we are visiting the historic

Zoar Village which is located just north of

Strasburg, Ohio. This village was settled in

1817 by German Separatists who came to this

country seeking religious freedom. The village

thrived for some 80 years and is, today,

inhabited by about 75 families living in

buildings constructed from 1817 to the present.

We will be learning about the Zoarites’ unique

religion and history. Cart transportation, for a

limited number, is available for those who might

have difficulty walking. The cost, per person, is

$13. This includes admission and travel. Lunch

will be on your own, at the Manor Restaurant in

Strasburg. Our departure time is 7:30 am. A

sign-up sheet is posted.

MIDWEEK BIBLE STUDIES: These

sessions are being suspended, as is our custom,

during the months of July and August. Watch

this space for announcements regarding future

studies.

COMING KEENAGER EVENTS: -August 27: A trip to Amish Country. We will

be visiting the new David Warther Carvings

display, near Sugarcreek (not to be confused

with the Warther Museum in Dover) and

stopping by our favorite cheese shops. (Watch

for details!)

-September 9: The New Horizons Retreat,

which is held annually at the North Terrace

Church of Christ in Zanesville. (More

information later.)

FINAL THOUGHT: In our youth we want to

change the world but in our older years we want

to change youth.

Annual Church Picnic Sunday, August 3

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There is a sign-up sheet on the

bulletin board for anyone who

would like to help with the picnic.

SPIRITUAL STATISTICS – July 6, 2014

Sunday School 84

Morning Worship 150

Evening Worship 37

Weekly Budget $ 4,790.00

Budget Received $ 5,365.30

Van Fund $ 76.00

Mission Fund $ 30.00

SERVING SCHEDULE July 13, 2014

At the Table Fred Griffith & David Riggenbach

Serving Bob Neff, Larry King,

George Lambert, Carmel Marsh

Pastor of the week Fred Griffith

PM Deacon Bob Neff

COMMUNION Donna Cupler

GREETERS Shirley Alexander and Kay Knode

NURSERY

Sunday School Volunteer Needed

Worship Jean Azbell

VISITOR CENTER Janet Brown

SECURITY

Bible School Bill Kelly

Worship Tim Huffman

Evening Worship Dick Shumaker

Jane King Steve Rancour Naressa Allen Marianna Gall Russell Thompson Millie Hoy Our Troops Jeane Goldfarb Dylan McCarty Owen’s Grandma

Kenneth Dusthimer Alberta Ellis LeRoy Shaner Jim Puckett Lowell Trimmer Carter Norma Bullock Judy Fricker Gary Hoyt Marty Puckett

Book Nook Monday, July 14th

6:30 p.m.

SERVING SCHEDULE July 20, 2014

At the Table Patrick Wersell and Wib Sparks

Serving Tim Huffman, Dick Shumaker,

Ned Tomlinson, Hank Wellman

Pastor of the week Patrick Wersell

PM Deacon Tim Huffman

COMMUNION Donna Cupler

GREETERS

NURSERY

Sunday School Shirley Marsh

Worship Volunteer Needed

VISITOR CENTER Shirley Marsh

SECURITY

Bible School Carmel Marsh

Worship Jeff Crook

Evening Worship George Lambert

Upcoming Events

Monday, July 14th Facility Management Meeting, 6:30pm

Book Nook, 6:30pm

Tuesday, July 15th Deacons Meeting, 6:30pm

Wednesday, July 16th

Elders/Deacons Meeting, 7:30pm

Friday, July 25th Ladies Pinterest Night, 6pm

Sunday, July 27th

Food Pantry Sunday

Wednesday, July 30th

Keenagers trip to Zoar Village

MAYWOOD MISSION FOOD PANTRY

Maywood Mission provides a food pantry for community members in need.

Donations can be left at the nursery door entrance on Sunday, July 27th. Items

needed for the pantry:

Rice Beef Stew Tuna Navy beans Tuna helper Cake mix Noodles Spaghetti Sauce Spaghetti Cereal Brownie Mix Cornbread Mix

Canned Fruit Canned Vegetables Canned Soup

Sunday School Classes for All Ages

Classes at 8:45 unless noted

Nursery (Birth through 3 years old) “Jesus Loves Me”

Room 102

Preschool (Ages 3-6) “Bible Friends”

Room 105 Marie Huffman, Teacher

Early Elementary (Kindergarten through 3rd Grade)

“Jesus, Our Example” Room 101

Deborah Will, Teacher

Upper Elementary Class (4th – 6th Grade) “Jesus, Our Example”

Room 106 Becky Hoagland, Teacher

Junior/Senior High

“Jesus and My Life” Room 308

Nick Barrell, Teacher

Ladies’ Class “The Christian Atheist”

Room 209 Beverly Puckett, Teacher

Men’s Class

“Hearing God’s Word” Room 205

Adult Class

“Extreme Faith” Room 214

Brad Seevers, Teacher

Harmony Adult Class “The People of God Set Priorities”

Room 204 Dave Tingler, Teacher

Philothean Adult Class

“Parables” Room 108

Jim Love, Teacher

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.

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 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.

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).

Brad Seevers preaching

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How Can I Respond Today?

At FACC we look to the Bible for guidance on all

issues. We believe that God’s 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. If you would like to take a Curious class,

please indicate this on your Silent Roll Call Card.

OUR PURPOSE

WE EXIST TO …

Exalt God’s Greatness; Evangelize God’s Work

Equip God’s People Express God’s Love through Jesus Christ

OUR MISSION

“To Love God and Love People!”