facWEEKLY April 5
We hope you've had a good week, FAC Family! Here are just some of the great things happening in the coming weeks.
Worship This Sunday
Acts: Movement and Mission | Week 1: Victory Formation, Acts 1
So what did the followers of Jesus do after the resurrection? What was next? What did God have in mind for the early followers, the early church, and the first generation of believers? Join us this week as we kick off our new series moving through the book of ACTS, noting the movement and the mission that Jesus established and empowered for believers then and continues to impact us now!
*We will be celebrating communion this Sunday.
21 Days of Prayer
Last fall our church family participated in a guided season of prayer using a guide written by members of our church family. We are relaunching that prayer effort and inviting not only our prayer warriors to participate, but those of you who for one reason or another either didn’t or couldn’t participate last fall. Whether you find time to participate for a few days or every day, may God bless your spiritual walk.
You can find this prayer guide on our website (facerie.org) or pick up a printed copy at The Hub.
facMEN's Bible Study
Date: Saturdays starting April 6
Time: 9–10:30am
Place: in Room E215
Men, do you desire to be connected with other guys from church to do life together, grow in your faith, and challenge each other? You're invited to our next study, The Christian Atheist by Craig Groeschel, where we'll take an honest moment and ask the question: Am I putting my whole faith in God but still living as if everything was up to me? facMEN will journey toward a more authentic, God-honoring life and be challenged to take an honest look at our lives. There is no cost to attend. Contact Wes Palmer at wbpalmer8@gmail.com with questions or for more information.
Office Closed
Due to the anticipated amount of traffic and congestion in the Erie area and the FAC parking lot for the solar eclipse, and for everyone's safety, the church office will be closed on Monday, April 8. All scheduled ministries and activities have been cancelled as well.
facPRESCHOOL Tour Night
Date: Thursday, April 11
Time: 5–7pm
Place: in the preschool
Is your early learner ready for school? Your family is invited to join us for a tour night where you can learn more about our exciting preschool classes for children beginning at age 3 through age 5. We look forward to meeting you!
Singspiration! Greatest Hits!
Date: Sunday, April 14
Time: 6:30–8pm
Place: in the Youth Center
A celebratory song service, for those 55 and better, featuring the singing of hymns and gospel songs. Come and invite a friend to join you.
Consider bringing a non-perishable food donation for our Food Pantry. (Please check expiration dates before donating).
Under His Wings - "Showers of Blessings"
Date: Thursday, April 18
Time: 12–2:30pm
Place: in the Fireside Room
This is a gathering for any women dealing with cancer, chronic illness or who are caregivers. Our speaker will be Sandy Mayle, who has Crohn's disease and an undiagnosed autoimmune disease. Sandy is a longtime member of FAC.
Please bring your own lunch.
Finding My Fit
Date: Sundays, April 21–May 19
Time: 11am
Place: in Room B106
Finding My Fit is a 5-week course designed to help you discover your spiritual gifts and how you can use them not only at church, but also at work and in your relationships with others. Come and learn how you are uniquely created and designed by God. This course will be led by Tim Cotton and Joshua Clark. To learn more or to sign up, visit the table in the lobby on April 7 or 14. You can also register using the link below.
facWOMEN Mother & Daughter Luncheon
Date: Saturday, May 4
Time: 12pm
Place: in the Gym and Worship Center
Cost: $5
Calling all FAC Women and Girls - you're invited to our Mother & Daughter Luncheon. Come for a delicious lunch to celebrate all our mothers ahead of the Mother's Day holiday and learn about how God’s Word portrays THE LOVE OF A FRIEND from Guest Speaker Elizabeth Daigle, District Director of Alliance Women. Whether you're a mother, a daughter, or a daughter of the King – all women and girls of any age are invited. Come and bring your friends for fun, fellowship, music, a craft and a great message. Plus, enjoy our flower give-away!
Tickets are $5.00 each if purchased at our table in the church lobby or $6.00 each if purchased online through the FAC website (includes online processing fee). Tickets must be purchased in advance and will not be sold at the door.
Be sure to reserve your seats early as seating is limited to the capacity of our gym. Check out our table in the church lobby for more information.
Prayer for International Workers
Rob and Barbara Quiring are international workers supported by FAC. They served for many years in Ecuador and are now located in Nebraska. Barbara has a hip replacement scheduled for May 7. This is as soon as her responsibilities as a children's leader for Bible Study Fellowship conclude for the year. She is awaiting that day with aches and pains.
You can learn more about them by picking up a copy of our “Prayer Guide for World Missions” near The Hub and you can partner with Rob & Barbara in ministry by giving to the FAC Missions Fund.
Sunday Footnotes:
A gentle reminder to our Sunday family: if the service has already started, please refrain from using the center aisle to enter or leave the worship center, especially during the sermon time. Our camera operator needs a clear view of the pulpit.
Do You Have a Prayer Request or Praise?
"Pray in the Spirit at all times and on every occasion. Stay alert and be persistent in your prayers for all believers everywhere" (Ephesians 6:18, NLT).
The staff and elders at FAC would love to pray for you. Send your request or praise to Pastor Scott through the form below.
Finance Information
Father, as we lay before you our financial offering, we give you all that we are and everything that you have entrusted to us. Bless these gifts for the sake of your kingdom and glory.
General Fund
Last Week
Actual: $22,041
Budgeted: $28,566
Prior Year Comparison: $18,505
Year To Date*
Actual: $645,704
Budgeted: $739,412
Prior Year Comparison: $711,473