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January 20th, 2017

Facing bad news is never fun, but it is often necessary. If one does not know the diagnosis, the disease cannot be treated. If one does not measure the debt, a healthy budget cannot be established. If one does not acknowledge the darkness, a light will never be turned on.

As we gather again on Sunday to continue our study in the book of 1 John we come face to face with awful news; the reality of sin in our lives. No one likes to think about sin, but face it we must if we want to take hold of the Savior more fully.

As we come to the One who is the "light of the world" let's have the courage to comprehend this darkness he is pushing out!

EQUIPPING HOUR THIS SUNDAY
10:15 am-11:15 am
Eating healthy, working out more, being nicer to that co-worker. We make lots of resolutions in January, but what about a resolution to grow closer to God, meet new people in the church, and learn about the bible? Join us every Sunday morning for one of our classes. Feel free to jump in anytime!

Managing our Finances God's Way | Conference Room
Who doesn't want to learn how to manage their personal finances better and in a way that honors God?! Join this seven-week video series to learn more about biblical finance.
This week's theme: “Dedicate It All To God”.

Reformation Profiles | Canfield Room
More than a history lesson, Dr. Nichols helps believers understand why the Reformation mattered then and matters now.
This week's theme: Martin Luther and Sola Scriptura – Scripture Only

Bible Project: Theme Series | Library
Join this animated series by Tim Mackie that traces key biblical ideas and themes throughout the storyline of the entire Bible.
This week's theme: Messiah in the Bible

EVENTS AND HAPPENINGS

TONIGHT! TOLEDO SYMPHONY BRASS QUINTET

Tickets are $10.00 for adults and free for students under 18. It's not too late! Tickets will be sold at the door.

WALLEYE HOCKEY GAME
On February 26th, 2017 at 5:15 pm we will have our church outing with the Walleye downtown at the Huntington Center. The group ticket prices this season are $15 per person. In addition, there is also the option to buy a food voucher.

The food vouchers are $6 for the hot dog package or $8 for the pizza package and include chips and a soda. Tickets must be reserved by February 13th, 2017 at the church office. Please contact Jeanette for more information. Feel free to invite a family that isn't a part of our church family!

YOUNG AT HEART
On February 10th, 2017 Young at Heart will have a program of piano music presented by a 26-year-old young man from East Toledo named Corey Pappas. Corey has been blind from birth and has the use of only one hand due to cerebral palsy....but he LOVES music and loves entertaining and bringing joy to others.

Join the group for a potluck buffet by bringing a food dish to share and your own table service. Folks begin to gather in Fellowship Hall around 5:30 p.m., the food line begins at 6:00 p.m. and the program begins around 7:15 pm. Here is a video of Corey from WTOL.

CELEBRATIONS AND RECAPS

MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY
From the Unity Service on Sunday evening to the Day of Service partnership with Wayne Trail Elementary, it was an amazing week to honor Martin Luther King Jr. and all of his work.

On Sunday evening, we partnered with a group of diverse area churches for an incredible Unity Service to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr's work, and also recognize that we are not done. On Monday, a group of 4th and 5th graders served our community in various ways (Sunshine, Police Station, and a food pantry) and then came to First Pres for a lunch donated by Chick-Fil-A Toledo (Talmadge) and a movie, "Remember the Titans".

Thank you to all who joined us Sunday, and who helped on Monday.

CONTRIBUTION STATEMENTS

Contribution Statements are available for pick up at the table by the elevator. This is the last weekend to pick them up, otherwise they will be mailed out Monday, January 23rd, 2016.

CLASSES

It's not too late to join a class! Check out our website calendar for our current class listings.

WORSHIP SCHEDULE

Traditional Service: 9:00 am
Preaching: Clint Tolbert
Liturgists: Jason Rager

Modern Service: 11:15 am
Preaching: Clint Tolbert

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