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A Word from Pastor Sam
Good afternoon church,
The leaves are changing colors, and autumn appears to finally be here. The changing of the seasons reminds me of God's constant care for us. Seasons come and go, yet life is sustained through them all. The limbs that drop their leaves today will spring with life again in the new year. In the same way, God carries us through all the seasons of life. I pray you know and feel his care for you this week, church.
Friends, Saturday is Halloween, a big day in our community. Our church will be passing out candy and hot cocoa on Main Street. I invite you to dress up (or not), come out to the Landers, and help us love our community. Also, this Sunday is a special Sunday. Joy and Hector Rodriguez, one of the missionary couples we support, will be joining us in the service to teach the Word and share about their work in Mexico. I know it will be a blessing to all of us.
I look forward to being with you church. Grace be with you,
Pastor Sam
Did you miss any of our sermon series?
No worries, you can catch up here.
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PRAYER FOCUS
Church, this week, let us pray for our brothers and sisters who are hurting. You most likely know someone who is fighting sickness, grieving, or hurting. Pray for them this week. Let us all do so, and let us all also consider how we might love them in the midst of their trial. Let us pray.
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NOVEMBER K-5th lessons are all about being content with what you've got and UPCYCLING items! We'd love for our church family to be involved by donating the things we'll need this month ...
Toilet Paper/paper towel tubes
Pringles cans
Empty water/soda bottles - any size
Cereal boxes
Tissue boxes
Any other recyclable-type items you’d like to share!
There is a basket behind the Welcome Center Desk for your items.
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Fellowship Kids' Ministry
What to expect on Sundays:
https://www.fellowshipbatesville.com/sunday-mornings
Please let us know if you have any questions by emailing
fellowshipkidsbatesville@gmail.com
Want to serve with Fellowship Kids? Over the course of one child's year, we have 52 opportunities (if they come to church every single Sunday) to connect with their family, influence them and share the message of Jesus. It just takes a few great people to lead (using hands-on/video-led curriculum by Orange), play, sing, game, and just enjoy sharing Jesus with Fellowship Kids! If you can commit a semester, a month, or just one or two Sundays here and there please contact us at the email above, stop by the Welcome Desk and check out the schedule, or call the church office at 870-698-9244 Monday - Thursday.
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Fun and Safe Halloween on Main - it's THIS Saturday 4-8pm!
Fellowship Students will be in costume handing out candy and water in front of the Landers this Saturday, October 30th, in conjunction with Fun and Safe Halloween on Main Street! We will need LOTS of candy! It can be left at the Welcome Center Desk or the office - whatever is more convenient for you. Dress up that night and join us!!
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THIS SUNDAY, October 31st...our families will worship together. Kids will be in the sanctuary with parents worshiping together as a family. Toddler and Pre-school will still be meeting, and Busy Bags will be provided for K-5th kids in service.
Every 5th Sunday is Family Sunday!!
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The Alpha Center is our local non-profit pregnancy medical clinic and parenting resource center, the only one in Independence County. The annual Cherish Life Gala is November 4th this year and is their primary fund-raiser for the year. If you would like to give to this wonderful local Christian organization, there are two ways:
~ Test GIVE to 870-359-8338.
~ Go to our website at AlphaCenterMyChoice.org/donate.
Please help Batesville and surrounding area women to choose and cherish life! Thank you so much for giving!
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Diaper Drop-off for our coming babes!
We are having a diaper drive for a couple of our moms-to-be! Danielle Adams and Brenda Rivera already have kiddos, so they don't need everything, but these new littles will need diapers, wipes, etc.!!
There is a basket in the lobby of the Landers for your gifts. Danielle prefers Pampers Pure diapers and wipes, and Brenda would like size 3 diapers, no preferred brand. Let's bless them!!
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Mark your calendar...
Oct 30 - Fun & Safe Halloween on Main Street
Oct 31 - Family Sunday!
Oct 31 - Rodriguez family update on their mission work in Mexico
Nov 13 - Ladies' Hike - Mtn View
Nov 13 - Our Father's Table
Nov 13 - Chili Cook-off & Welcome Party for Pastor Dave
Nov 14 - Pastor Dave's official 1st Sunday
Nov 28 - Advent begins
Nov 28 - Worship Night
Dec 15 - FSM Winter Retreat registration deadline
Wed - Newsletter
Sunday @ 7am - Bulletin on Facebook
Sunday - In-person and online services!
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Women's Hike!
We have a women’s hike at Mountain View planned for Saturday, November 13th.
We will hike 4.7 miles from Blanchard Springs to Allison. It will take about 3 hours. There will be a creek crossing at the end that will be about ankle deep. Please bring a pair of shoes for crossing or you can go barefoot. :)
Two options for meeting:
1. 8:15am at the Exxon at the top of Ramsey Mountain
OR
2. 9:15am at Angler’s restaurant in Mountain View.
We will carpool to the trailhead from Angler’s to decrease the number of cars at the trail.
We will eat lunch in town after the hike for anyone that wants to join.
Please email Maggie at mbmiller@me.com or text 870-613-5675, if you would like to join us.
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FSM Winter Retreat!
Parents, do not wait to register your 6th-12th grade student for Winter Retreat! Winter Retreat is a weekend of fun recreation, worship, and teaching. The retreat will take place January 7th-9th, at Shepherd of the Ozarks. The cost is $100. Full details can be found by going to the student ministry page on the church website and clicking the link to register. The deadline to register and pay the fee is Wednesday, December 15th.
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Thanksgiving Blessing Bags!
We will be giving out Blessing Bags again this year to bless those with less. They will be distributed the weekend before Thanksgiving, and will have all of the food necessary for a nice Thanksgiving meal, including a ham!
The bags are $25 each and can be paid for at the office (9-3 Mon-Thurs) or to Connie at church on Sundays. You can call the office at 870-698-9244, or call or text Connie Coleman at 870-307-4177, and let us know how many bags you'd like to buy.
Thank you for helping those less fortunate!!
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RightNow Media - Discovery videos!
We have a FREE gift for you, church! It's called RightNow Media. With RightNow Media you now have access to thousands of excellent Bible studies, devotionals, and other videos that cover a myriad of topics. There is even an entire video library for kids. To get started, call the church office at 870.698.9244 and we'll send you an email from RightNow Media. Open the email and click "Get Started." That's it! Enjoy feasting on this life-giving material!
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Donating Online
For an easy way to tithe online, follow and bookmark this link.
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