Just a little reminder that auditions sign up for the worship team will end this Sunday May 3rd. If you are interested in signing up please pick up a commitment form at the table by the door in the worship center.
Also you are not going to want to miss this Sunday we start are new series called Heroes and for the first time every person children to adults will be learning the same thing. We are very excited about this and what it could create in your homes as you discuss what you learn at church (I hope you are doing this). The band is working up some great songs for this series too so you will probably hear some different songs that pertain to Heroes.
One last thing I love being a part of Fellowship Church it is awesome to see God working in so many people's lives. None of it would be possible without each person doing their part for the kingdom. Thanks. Until Sunday
Mickey
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Friday, April 24, 2009
What's Happening at FC
Baldwin Clean Up Day---IS NEXT SATURDAY, MAY 2nd!!!! If you haven’t signed up, please do so this Sunday. Here is a breakdown of what we need help with:
Times will be 8:30 am-1:30 pm.
(1) We need someone to come by on Friday and get the coolers. You can go by Quality Foods to get them filled with ice. If you can do this, please email me back and let me know.
(2) We need help in preparing the building (stacking chairs, getting everything out of the worship area, setting up tables and black chairs, etc). If you can come by Tuesday night, please let me know.
(3) If you are helping with food (serving, etc), we need you here around 8:15 a.m. We are not serving breakfast this year, but we are having coffee and juice available to everyone.
(4) Tony and his crew will be preparing BBQ. We will be having the BBQ, chips, slaw, bread, and drinks.
(5) If you are helping with cleaning up the church afterwards, please know that this means you will be here past 1:30. We need your help with sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, cleaning bathrooms, putting chairs back out, and whatever else is needed to get the sanctuary ready for Sunday morning. This is really important and the more people we have helping, the faster it will go!
(6) The kid’s area will be locked. Please help us in making sure no kids go in the back and that no kids go behind the curtain.
LACI Worship Night—We have scheduled our next worship experience at LACI for Saturday, May 9th. This is Mother’s Day weekend and we felt that it would be a great opportunity to love on these ladies. We will have forms to fill out and also an Expectation Sheet on the Guest Counter for you to fill out and return. Even if you went last time, you will still need to fill out another form.
Fellowship Connection—Summer is just around the corner! Our Summer Semester classes begin filling on May 10th. There are several important days coming up that are important. We will be having a meeting on Sunday (April 26th) at 4 p.m. here at the church for anyone who is interested in facilitating a small group. Also on May 17th, we will be hosting a training session for all Facilitators. This is a very important class to help you. Please let me know if you are planning on attending both events.
Communion Service—We are planning on having a communion service on May 17th at 6:30 p.m.
Joy Class---Our next Discovering the Joy of Membership Class has been scheduled for May 31st at 5:30 p.m. here at the church. You can sign up at the Guest Service Counter or by emailing me back.
Fellowship Praise Band Auditions---Auditions have been rescheduled to May 13th. You can sign up at the Guest Service Counter (when you do, please also pick up a Commitment Form as well). Stan or Mickey will contact you to schedule an audition. Deadline to sign up is May 3rd.
Everyone enjoy the wonderful weather this weekend!
Times will be 8:30 am-1:30 pm.
(1) We need someone to come by on Friday and get the coolers. You can go by Quality Foods to get them filled with ice. If you can do this, please email me back and let me know.
(2) We need help in preparing the building (stacking chairs, getting everything out of the worship area, setting up tables and black chairs, etc). If you can come by Tuesday night, please let me know.
(3) If you are helping with food (serving, etc), we need you here around 8:15 a.m. We are not serving breakfast this year, but we are having coffee and juice available to everyone.
(4) Tony and his crew will be preparing BBQ. We will be having the BBQ, chips, slaw, bread, and drinks.
(5) If you are helping with cleaning up the church afterwards, please know that this means you will be here past 1:30. We need your help with sweeping, mopping, emptying trash, cleaning bathrooms, putting chairs back out, and whatever else is needed to get the sanctuary ready for Sunday morning. This is really important and the more people we have helping, the faster it will go!
(6) The kid’s area will be locked. Please help us in making sure no kids go in the back and that no kids go behind the curtain.
LACI Worship Night—We have scheduled our next worship experience at LACI for Saturday, May 9th. This is Mother’s Day weekend and we felt that it would be a great opportunity to love on these ladies. We will have forms to fill out and also an Expectation Sheet on the Guest Counter for you to fill out and return. Even if you went last time, you will still need to fill out another form.
Fellowship Connection—Summer is just around the corner! Our Summer Semester classes begin filling on May 10th. There are several important days coming up that are important. We will be having a meeting on Sunday (April 26th) at 4 p.m. here at the church for anyone who is interested in facilitating a small group. Also on May 17th, we will be hosting a training session for all Facilitators. This is a very important class to help you. Please let me know if you are planning on attending both events.
Communion Service—We are planning on having a communion service on May 17th at 6:30 p.m.
Joy Class---Our next Discovering the Joy of Membership Class has been scheduled for May 31st at 5:30 p.m. here at the church. You can sign up at the Guest Service Counter or by emailing me back.
Fellowship Praise Band Auditions---Auditions have been rescheduled to May 13th. You can sign up at the Guest Service Counter (when you do, please also pick up a Commitment Form as well). Stan or Mickey will contact you to schedule an audition. Deadline to sign up is May 3rd.
Everyone enjoy the wonderful weather this weekend!
Be Careful.........
Hello everyone,
So this week I'm in New Orleans to do some school work and the last two days have been sitting in a classroom with 15 other worship leaders from the Southeast and we have been discussing our ministries and how we can become better worshippers. I've enjoyed hearing what God is doing in the life of other churches around the area. One of the things that troubles me is how quick some of us are to criticize others ministries because their methodology doesn't line up with what their church does or what they feel the church needs to do. The message does not change, Jesus is still the Savior and he still rose again, but how we convey that message may be different. We have got to be careful what we say and how we act when we speak about ministries, WE ALL HAVE ONE GOAL IN MIND-TO REACH LOST PEOPLE.
This morning I read Numbers 14 this is a story about how the Israelites rebelled against God and the leadership God place over them(Moses and Aaron). They cried out that they would have been better off as slaves in Egypt, and that God led them out in the wilderness to be miserable. So what did they want to do, overthrow the leaders and get a new one. Then Joshua stood up ripped his clothes off and told them they are crazy, but they still didn't listen. What happened next is amazing God told Moses "How long will this people spurn Me? And how long will they not believe in Me, despite all the signs which I have performed in their midst?" WOW. So God did all these miraculous things for them and they still did not trust God and believe He would deliver them. The bad news is there are consequences for our actions. So God then brings down his judgement by not allowing the Israelites who are over the age of 20 to experience the Promised Land.
You might be asking where do I fit in? Well have you ever sat around talking about the people who are leading people in the correct path, but not doing the way you have always done it. This may be someone on TV, down the street, at work, or it may be your pastor. We learn from this passage in Numbers that God calls us to get behind the people He has appointed as leaders. This goes beyond just the church, and includes every aspect of our lives the workplace, the home, or school. God has placed these people in leadership for a reason respect it and treat him the same way away from work or school as you do sitting at the table with them. I'll be the first to admit that I'm not good at this. I sometimes think there is no way an old hymn can still work, but it does every Sunday across the world. I challenge you to be careful when you speak about another church or your church.
See Ya'll Sunday
Mickey
So this week I'm in New Orleans to do some school work and the last two days have been sitting in a classroom with 15 other worship leaders from the Southeast and we have been discussing our ministries and how we can become better worshippers. I've enjoyed hearing what God is doing in the life of other churches around the area. One of the things that troubles me is how quick some of us are to criticize others ministries because their methodology doesn't line up with what their church does or what they feel the church needs to do. The message does not change, Jesus is still the Savior and he still rose again, but how we convey that message may be different. We have got to be careful what we say and how we act when we speak about ministries, WE ALL HAVE ONE GOAL IN MIND-TO REACH LOST PEOPLE.
This morning I read Numbers 14 this is a story about how the Israelites rebelled against God and the leadership God place over them(Moses and Aaron). They cried out that they would have been better off as slaves in Egypt, and that God led them out in the wilderness to be miserable. So what did they want to do, overthrow the leaders and get a new one. Then Joshua stood up ripped his clothes off and told them they are crazy, but they still didn't listen. What happened next is amazing God told Moses "How long will this people spurn Me? And how long will they not believe in Me, despite all the signs which I have performed in their midst?" WOW. So God did all these miraculous things for them and they still did not trust God and believe He would deliver them. The bad news is there are consequences for our actions. So God then brings down his judgement by not allowing the Israelites who are over the age of 20 to experience the Promised Land.
You might be asking where do I fit in? Well have you ever sat around talking about the people who are leading people in the correct path, but not doing the way you have always done it. This may be someone on TV, down the street, at work, or it may be your pastor. We learn from this passage in Numbers that God calls us to get behind the people He has appointed as leaders. This goes beyond just the church, and includes every aspect of our lives the workplace, the home, or school. God has placed these people in leadership for a reason respect it and treat him the same way away from work or school as you do sitting at the table with them. I'll be the first to admit that I'm not good at this. I sometimes think there is no way an old hymn can still work, but it does every Sunday across the world. I challenge you to be careful when you speak about another church or your church.
See Ya'll Sunday
Mickey
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Hang in There...
9 So let’s not allow ourselves to get fatigued doing good. At the right time we will harvest a good crop if we don’t give up, or quit. Galatians 6:9
Oswald Chambers My Utmost For His Highest
April 22, 2009
The Light That Never Fails
We all, with unveiled face, beholding . . . the glory of the Lord . . . —2 Corinthians 3:18A servant of God must stand so very much alone that he never realizes he is alone. In the early stages of the Christian life, disappointments will come— people who used to be lights will flicker out, and those who used to stand with us will turn away. We have to get so used to it that we will not even realize we are standing alone. Paul said, ". . . no one stood with me, but all forsook me . . . . But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me . . ." (2 Timothy 4:16-17 ). We must build our faith not on fading lights but on the Light that never fails. When "important" individuals go away we are sad, until we see that they are meant to go, so that only one thing is left for us to do— to look into the face of God for ourselves.
Allow nothing to keep you from looking with strong determination into the face of God regarding yourself and your doctrine. And every time you preach make sure you look God in the face about the message first, then the glory will remain through all of it. A Christian servant is one who perpetually looks into the face of God and then goes forth to talk to others. The ministry of Christ is characterized by an abiding glory of which the servant is totally unaware— ". . . Moses did not know that the skin of his face shone while he talked with Him" ( Exodus 34:29 ).
We are never called on to display our doubts openly or to express the hidden joys and delights of our life with God. The secret of the servant’s life is that he stays in tune with God all the time.
For Paul it was a dangerous time to be a Christian. (The Romans were making sport and snuffing them) But when is it safe? Let's not be safe but dangerous for spreading the gospel. Again, Galatians 6:9 So let’s not allow ourselves to get fatigued doing good. At the right time we will harvest a good crop if we don’t give up, or quit.
Oswald Chambers My Utmost For His Highest
April 22, 2009
The Light That Never Fails
We all, with unveiled face, beholding . . . the glory of the Lord . . . —2 Corinthians 3:18A servant of God must stand so very much alone that he never realizes he is alone. In the early stages of the Christian life, disappointments will come— people who used to be lights will flicker out, and those who used to stand with us will turn away. We have to get so used to it that we will not even realize we are standing alone. Paul said, ". . . no one stood with me, but all forsook me . . . . But the Lord stood with me and strengthened me . . ." (2 Timothy 4:16-17 ). We must build our faith not on fading lights but on the Light that never fails. When "important" individuals go away we are sad, until we see that they are meant to go, so that only one thing is left for us to do— to look into the face of God for ourselves.
Allow nothing to keep you from looking with strong determination into the face of God regarding yourself and your doctrine. And every time you preach make sure you look God in the face about the message first, then the glory will remain through all of it. A Christian servant is one who perpetually looks into the face of God and then goes forth to talk to others. The ministry of Christ is characterized by an abiding glory of which the servant is totally unaware— ". . . Moses did not know that the skin of his face shone while he talked with Him" ( Exodus 34:29 ).
We are never called on to display our doubts openly or to express the hidden joys and delights of our life with God. The secret of the servant’s life is that he stays in tune with God all the time.
For Paul it was a dangerous time to be a Christian. (The Romans were making sport and snuffing them) But when is it safe? Let's not be safe but dangerous for spreading the gospel. Again, Galatians 6:9 So let’s not allow ourselves to get fatigued doing good. At the right time we will harvest a good crop if we don’t give up, or quit.
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
What does it cost?
Have you heard about Miss California? Proof that Satan is never happy and always up to no good.
During the televised Miss America Competition on Sunday night, Miss California answered a questions from one of the judges. It just happens that the judge is a raging male pro-homosexual activist that not only wants everyone to acknowledge his lifestyle, but demands that everyone accept his and many other peoples lifestyle of homosexuality. You can read more about his arrogant and abusive shock jock lifestyle by googling his name, Perez Hilton.
Here is the question he asked, "What do you think about gay marriage?" Miss California responded with her belief not that gay marriage was wrong, but that marriage should be reserved to a man and woman. Some have suggested her comments cost here the Miss America crown?
On Monday Perez Hilton showed his true colors when he called Miss California a "dumb b_ t _ h", really classy don't you think. So because she believes differently than the judge she suddenly becomes dumb and a _________? Talk about lacking tolerance!
Satan is never happy with anything that goes against his wreckless agenda. His main focus is to steal, kill and destroy and you can be sure he will resort to whatever works to support his cause.
Thank God for Miss California not being a prostitute of truth for a earthly thrown and crown. She has learned a lesson that all Christ followers will one day face, when you stand for Jesus it will cost you something.
What has your faith cost you lately?
Monday, April 20, 2009
Expose' of the Enemy
I have been watching with interest the discontent in our world. It seems that everyone is out to get everyone else. In 1776 when the founding Fathers of this great country signed the Declaration of Independence the dream was a United States putring their faith in God. It shouldn't surprise us that when God is at work, the enemy, Satan is working as well. If you want to know how the enemy works look no further than our country and the turmoil we find within our government. It seems we could be defined as dis-unified more so that unified.
How do we recognize the enemy from God, truth from lie and disunity for unity? I think it begins by listening to scripture about the work of the enemy:
The enemy will be angry when God is at work -
Psalms 18:48 (MSG)
48 He rescued me from enemy anger, he pulled me from the grip of upstarts, He saved me from the bullies.
The enemy is filled with malice toward the people of God -
Psalms 49:5 (MSG)
5 So why should I fear in bad times, hemmed in by enemy malice,
Don't worry the enemy will find you -
Psalms 143:3 (MSG)
3 The enemy hunted me down; he kicked me and stomped me within an inch of my life. He put me in a black hole, buried me like a corpse in that dungeon.
The enemy will gloat in our defeat -
Lamentations 1:9 (MSG)
9 She played fast and loose with life, she never considered tomorrow, and now she's crashed royally, with no one to hold her hand: "Look at my pain, O God! And how the enemy cruelly struts."
The enemy will attack you -
Luke 10:19 (MSG)
19 See what I've given you? Safe passage as you walk on snakes and scorpions, and protection from every assault of the Enemy. No one can put a hand on you.
And Jesus gives us the finishing thoughts about the enemy:
John 10:10 (MSG)
10 A thief is only there to steal and kill and destroy. I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of.
The thing I want you to remember is the enemy is out to defeat the work of God. He will do anything he can to cause harm to God's Kingdom. There is no safe ground!
Are you ready? Have you been walking and talking with Jesus? I can promise you the enemy is waiting for just the right time to attack and if we prepare and pray we can be sure that God will guide and protect us.
Until next time, Satan, you suck and I don't like you one bit. I hope by exposing you I can help others avoid your rotten dirty tricks. In the name of Jesus you are defeated!
How do we recognize the enemy from God, truth from lie and disunity for unity? I think it begins by listening to scripture about the work of the enemy:
The enemy will be angry when God is at work -
Psalms 18:48 (MSG)
48 He rescued me from enemy anger, he pulled me from the grip of upstarts, He saved me from the bullies.
The enemy is filled with malice toward the people of God -
Psalms 49:5 (MSG)
5 So why should I fear in bad times, hemmed in by enemy malice,
Don't worry the enemy will find you -
Psalms 143:3 (MSG)
3 The enemy hunted me down; he kicked me and stomped me within an inch of my life. He put me in a black hole, buried me like a corpse in that dungeon.
The enemy will gloat in our defeat -
Lamentations 1:9 (MSG)
9 She played fast and loose with life, she never considered tomorrow, and now she's crashed royally, with no one to hold her hand: "Look at my pain, O God! And how the enemy cruelly struts."
The enemy will attack you -
Luke 10:19 (MSG)
19 See what I've given you? Safe passage as you walk on snakes and scorpions, and protection from every assault of the Enemy. No one can put a hand on you.
And Jesus gives us the finishing thoughts about the enemy:
John 10:10 (MSG)
10 A thief is only there to steal and kill and destroy. I came so they can have real and eternal life, more and better life than they ever dreamed of.
The thing I want you to remember is the enemy is out to defeat the work of God. He will do anything he can to cause harm to God's Kingdom. There is no safe ground!
Are you ready? Have you been walking and talking with Jesus? I can promise you the enemy is waiting for just the right time to attack and if we prepare and pray we can be sure that God will guide and protect us.
Until next time, Satan, you suck and I don't like you one bit. I hope by exposing you I can help others avoid your rotten dirty tricks. In the name of Jesus you are defeated!
Lego Jesus
Lego Jesus - A church in Sweden celebrated Easter on Sunday by unveiling a 6-foot-tall statue of Jesus.
Parishioners of the Oensta Gryta Church in Vaesteras had built it out of 30,000 Lego blocks.
It reportedly took those 40 volunteers nearly 18 months to put all the tiny plastic blocks together. Their finished product is a standing Jesus facing forward with his arms outstretched.
I am thinking we could do the following project a little quiker and then spend time getting out in the community to share Jesus.
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