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Join us for worship on Sundays at 10:15 a.m. as Rev. Troy Tatum preaches a new series of sermons on Jesus’ greatest sermon:
1/18: Therefore, You Must Be Perfect
1/25: Strive First for the Kingdom
2/1: Seeing Clearly
2/8: Good Things
2/15: The Road That Leads to Life
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Resurrection is here and we can’t wait to experience all God has in store for us! Students make sure you are here ready to go at 12:30pm. We will return to church about 2:30 on Monday. Also please bring any remaining paperwork (medical release and code of conduct.)
We ask you all to be in prayer for our group: Kallie Blakemore, Robin Blakemore, Stan Blakemore, Shane Brockman, Barbara Carpenter, Deb Carpenter, Reagan Everling, McKenzie Goodworth, Carson Hall, Tucker Hagood, Douglas Henze, Thomas Jordan, Samantha LeBeau, Stephanie LeBeau, Donnette Mee, William Mee, Alayna Priebe, and Jacob Rich. We are grateful for the prayers and support!
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Regional Ministry Events
Young Adult Winter Retreat
January 16-18
Theme is: "Agree to Disagree: A Discussion on Moral Dilemmas." Troy will be the Guest Facilitator.
2015 Youthtopia
January 23-25
Winter Retreat for Chi Rho & CYF (Grades 6-12) at Camp Chandler. Theme: "Love Your #Selfie: Appreciating God's Masterpiece in the Mirror."
Transformation Event @ FCC
February 13-14
"Wine and Wineskins: Fresh Vessels for the Everlasting Wine"
More information below
Men's Retreat
March 12-14
YMCA-Hargis Retreat, Chelsea
Theme: "Your Gifts...God's Mission"
Resource Leader: Rev. Jim Brooks
Music Leader: Rev. Troy Tatum
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Men's Fellowship Dinner & Program
Monday, January 26 at 6:30 p.m.
Guest Speaker:
Jimmy Langley: Writer, Artist, Storyteller "The more people i meet, the more i like my dog." Everyone needs to have a favorite Southern Saying in their back pocket to pull out and use at the proper occasion.
Jimmy is a storyteller, artist and published author of three books. His interest in collecting southern sayings started about seven years ago. His book, "Delmont's Slang Blade" contains a portion of his collection. His work has been covered and published by regional newspapers and magazines.
Please sign up on the reservation sheet in the narthex to reserve a seat for the dinner and program.
***Country Cookin' for dinner and program
only $10.00!
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The Circus is Coming!
Come one and come all to
The Adventure Nook Circus
Thursday, January 29 at 12:30 p.m.
***Joining our circus this year is Ms. Fran's two year old class, who will be giving a special performance.
And Ms. Vickie's toddler class will be staring in "Parade of Toddler's"...too cute!!
Parents, grandparents, family and friends are all invited to attend!
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Wine and Wineskins:
Fresh Vessels for the Everlasting Wine
February 13-14, 2015
At First Christian Church, Birmingham
This February our church is hosting a spiritual and educational event sponsored by the Christian Church in Alabama and Northwest Florida. The weekend gathering begins with a worship service on Friday at 7:30 pm with Rev. Dr. Richard L. Hamm preaching. This worship service precedes the one-day Regional event on congregational transformation.
Guests and Workshop Leaders:
- Rev. Dr. Richard L. Hamm, Former General Minister and President of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
- Rev. Eugene Fisher, Vice-President of the Pension Fund
- Rev. Troy Tatum, Senior Minister, First Christian Church, Birmingham, AL
- Rev. Beth Thomason, Senior Minister, Madison Christian Church, Madison, AL
- Rev. Anna Shirley, First Christian Church, Athens, AL
- Rev. Roberto Rodriguez, Church Planter, Primera Iglesia Cristiana, Birmingham, AL
- Rev. Lea McCracken, Associate Minister, First Christian Church, Meridian, MS
These workshops will be aimed at helping church members/leaders face issues that may bring new vitality to the congregation. Workshops will start at 9:00 a.m. (registration begins at 8:00 a.m.) and conclude at 2:30 p.m. The church will cover the registration fee for First Christian Church members and friends, so please make every effort to attend some or all of this great event! Contact the church office to sign-up. More information can be found at: www.alnwfldisciples.org.
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PASTOR’S CLASS
Over the weeks of Lent, Rev. Troy Tatum will teach a pastor’s class to help prepare class members for baptism. If you or your child are interested in being baptized this Easter season, please contact Troy to discuss signing up for the pastor’s class.
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Nursery News
Layla Stern will no longer be serving as Nursery Coordinator on Sunday mornings. Ayana Crosby will be serving as a paid substitute until we are able to hire a new coordinator. We give thanks to Layla for her years of service, and we give thanks to Ayana for her willingness to fill in over the coming weeks.
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