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This Week @ Faith


July 25 - 31, 2021

Pastor Jeff Howell, Preaching

One Winter's Day (John 10:22-42)

This Sunday, we will walk through the events of one winter’s day in the life of Jesus.  We will find that it was a day of great contrasts, striking ironies, and profound truths.  Come join us for an in-depth study of this dynamic day which contains one of the most precious promises that believers have in Christ.

This Week's Worship Songs
Not To Us
I Will Look Up
Surrender
Death Arrested
     

Women's Summer Supper & Singing - July 24, 2021 @ 5:30 p.m.

Ladies ~ Please join us for our upcoming Summer Supper & Singing event this Saturday.  We will have fellowship on the Front Patio at 5:30 p.m. (bring your own dinner).  Worship with classic hymns will start in the Sanctuary at 7:00 p.m.  We hope you will join us!  You can e-mail Women's Ministries with any questions.  No RSVP is necessary.

     

UPCOMING EVENTS

July 24: Women's Summer Supper & Singing
July 25: Young Adult Summer Series
July 28: FSM Summer Nights
July 28: Bless a Business 2.0
Aug 1: Communion
Aug 6: Summer Outdoor Game Night
Aug 8: All-Church Lunch
Aug 15: NEW Adult Growth Group Begins
Aug 18: NEW Class "Growing Your Faith"

Special Request From Our Church Security Team

Faith Family ~  As you may know, some individuals have been showing up at local churches in our area to film congregants and their vehicles for social media purposes.  The intention is often to provoke a response or record conversation that can later be twisted.  We do not see any Gospel benefit in participating in these conversations.  We would ask that if you are approached by such an individual at or near the entrance to our church campus that you politely keep on moving and not interact.  Please do notify an Elder, a member of our Church Security Team, or the local Sherriff’s Department at 661.255.1121. 
 
Thank you for your vigilance, and please keep our community in prayer for the Gospel to take root in every heart.

The Global Outreach (G.O.) Team Needs Your Help!

The G.O. Team at Faith is always looking for ways to increase interest and involvement in world missions.  Please take about 4 minutes to answer a few survey questions for us.  You can click here, or you can use the "More" tab on the Church Center App. 

Sunday Mornings @ Faith - July 25, 2021 

Please join us this Sunday for worship!  

  • English Worship Gatherings:  9:00 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. (Live Stream click here)
  • Spanish Worship Gathering:  NEW TIME - 11:15 a.m. (Live Stream click here)
Let's Keep in Touch (L.K.i.T.) – Please let us know you are joining us either in person or online.  If you have prayer requests, need information about any ministries, or need to change any of your contact information, you can fill out an L.K.i.T. on the Church Center App.  If you don’t have a prayer request or need anything specific from us, you can simply check in on the Church Center App.  

Digital Worship Folder – Our Worship Folder is now digital!  You can access it through the Church Center App or by clicking here after 7:00 a.m. on Sunday morning.  

Children's Ministries & Faith Student Ministries 

  • 9:00 a.m. (Nursery–4th Grade)
  • 9:00 a.m. (7th–12th Grade) 
  • 10:45 a.m. (Nursery–Pre-K)

Young Adult Summer Series - July 25, 2021

Our Young Adults Ministry will be meeting for our LAST Summer Series with a pool party at the Urbans from 6:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m.  The Metros and Urbans will provide Stonefire Grill and dessert.  Please note this is a change of address:  27310 Blueridge Dr., Valencia 91354.  Contact April at 661.755.9596, for more details.

FSM Summer Nights - Wednesday, July 28, 2021

This Wednesday will be our LAST Summer Night at the Park.  We will meet from 5:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m. at Valencia Glen Park.  Join us for book studies, games, music, and testimonies.  Visit our website for more details.

Local Outreach:  Bless a Business 2.0 - Thursday, July 29, 2021

As requested, Bless a Business is back!  Here are some new ideas how you can show care for our community by supporting local restaurants and businesses:

  • Wear your Faith-branded gear when you go.
  • Attend as a Life Group.  Life Groups have always had funds set aside for Local Outreach.  You can use some of these funds to attend as a Life Group event while blessing a business.
  • Double up on the outreach.  Are there folks you’re reaching out to?  Take them out to lunch, and tell them why you’re going there!
  • When you visit the business, leave a note with a nice tip to let the business know why you’re there and that Faith is supporting them. 

This week's business:
Papa's Deli
(
28028 Seco Canyon Rd, Santa Clarita, CA  91390)
 
Stop by on Thursday, July 29th, between 10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

One of our members recommended Papa's Deli saying, "This is my husband's favorite sandwich place.  It's a little place that takes a lot of pride in their creations."  Why not give it a try and see if you agree?

We would love to concentrate our support of this business on Thursday, July 29th, but if another day works better for you, no problem!  The main goal is to bless this business, and your support at any time will do just that.  

Super Summer Game Night - August 6, 2021 @ 6:00 p.m.

Join us for an all-ages Game Night event where we will form epic teams, play astounding games, and enjoy hanging out with our incredible Faith Family!  Bring dinner along with friends & family, and we will provide all the other supplies (and ice cream at the end).  This is a great outreach opportunity too!  Please register here so that we have a rough idea of how many people are coming and how many teams to prepare for.

Join the Prayer Team!

One of the great privileges that believers have in Christ is praying for one another.  If you are a Member of Faith, please consider joining one of our Prayer Teams for the 2021-2022 ministry year.  E-mail Susie Townsend for more details.

Fall Growth Group Begins - August 15, 2021 @ 9:00 a.m.

Join us this Fall as we study the Gospel of Mark.  Mark tells the story of Jesus and His ministry and sacrificial death on the cross for the salvation of all who believe.  We will meet downstairs in Room A6.  Hope to see you there!

Save the Date:  "Growing Your Faith" - August 18, 2021

Starting August 18th, Elijah Kellogg and Greg Gifford will teach an 8-week series that incorporates Bible Study, Theology, and Outreach.  You will have the chance to brush up on the Doctrine of Salvation and Bible Study methods while being challenged to work this out to practical outreach.  Please reach out to Greg with any questions.  You will need an ESV Study Bible and are required to register for this class.  Registration details to follow.

Mercy Ministry Update from Brian Jones

We understand that some of you are still facing difficult times.  If you are facing a financial need but have been reluctant to ask for help because you think another needs it more, please reconsider.  Our Mercy Fund has Walmart gift cards, Target gift cards, and Arco fuel cards.  Financial assistance is also available to help with payments or bills.  We stand ready to serve and bless you with joy and discretion.  Please contact me, Brian Jones, at bri-jones@sbcglobal.net to learn more.

Giving Reminder

Thank you for continuing to give to the ministry here at Faith!  We have three convenient ways of receiving your support for the Lord's work.  One way is through online giving.  You can also deposit your giving on Sunday mornings in one of the locking offering boxes at the rear of the Sanctuary.  Lastly, you can mail your giving to the Church Office.

Prayer Requests
We still want to be praying for you.  If you have a prayer request you would like to share with our Prayer Team, please e-mail it to:  prayer@faithcommunitychurch.com.  If you wish to limit your request to the Elder Team, please be sure to indicate "Elders Only" in the subject line of your e-mail.  You can also submit prayer requests using the digital L.K.i.T. on Sunday mornings through the Church Center App.
Giving Update
Weekly Giving Target:      $ 28,331.00 
Prior Week’s Giving:         $ 18,447.99
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Fiscal YTD Giving as of 07.18.21
YTD Budgeted Need:         $84,993.00
YTD Giving Received:      $65,445.81
YTD Giving Shortfall:       $19,547.19

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Weekly Giving Trends (w/1x Gifts) as of 07.18.21
Weekly Giving Target:       $ 28,331 
15-Week Giving Trend:      $ 26,256  ($-2,075)
52-Week Giving Trend:     $ 26,910  ($-1,421)


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