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First Federated Church Sunday, January 20, 20081

4801 FRANKLIN AVENUE DES MOINES, IOWA 50310 515.255.2122 WWW.FIRSTFEDERATED.ORG

WelcomeGuests!

Please see page two

for important information

about today’s service and

how to get the most out of

your visit with us.

Volume 9 Number 36

All Church Skating Party Tonight | 5:30-7:30PM

Bring the whole family for

a fun evening of roller skating

tonight, 5:30-7:30PM at Skate North.

Admission is FREE and you may

bring your own skates or rent

skates for $3. Even if you aren’t a

skater, come enjoy a visit with a

friend—old or new. Concessions

will be available for purchase, too.

Sanctity of Human Life SundayBy Pastor Michael Howland, Youth Pastor

January 20th is Sanctity of Human Life Sunday. We believe

that life begins at conception. This year our student ministry

wants to make a difference and help a local pro-life ministry

so Heirborn Student Ministries is throwing a baby shower for

Ruth Harbor Ministries. Ruth Harbor is a home away from home

for many young women who become pregnant. Ruth Harbor

provides security and safety in a

loving, family-style home. Hous-

ing, food, and healthcare areprovided at no charge, giving

these women the support they

need to work and save for their

future or pursue educational and

career opportunities. While at

Ruth Harbor, women receive excellent prenatal care and nutri-

tious meals that are essential to their health and the health of

their babies. They also receive weekly Christ-centered counseling

and information on both parenting and adoption options. Weekly

classes will provide information to help each mother prepare for

her future and that of her baby.

Our particular baby shower is a little different than the

average baby shower. We won’t be giving diapers, baby bottles,etc—instead, we will be sharing gifts with this pro life ministry

that will help meet office and care/ministry needs. Teens will

enjoy lunch, cake and punch as they listen to Mark McDougal

share more information about this ministry as well as hear testi-

monies from two mothers directly impacted by this ministry. If

you feel led to help, check out their list of needs at this web link:

http://www.ruthharbor.org/rhwishlist.htm

First ImpressionsBy Gary L. Jaehnel, Facilities Manger

When you visit someone’s

house for the first time, do you

look around as you walk in their

door? Is your impression of

them somewhat based on where

and how they live? The same

can be said of people walking

in our front doors here at church

for the first time.Starting later this month, we

are going to make some changes

to the foyer with the objective of

making guests feel welcome and

comfortable as they arrive and

leave through our front doors.

At the same time, we are going

to create some small gathering

areas where people can meet and

talk before and after the services.

Here is some of what you’ll

begin to see happen:

• Existing chairs and tables

will be arranged in the

north “V” of the foyer to create a designated Guests’ Recep-

tion area between the glass entrances to our facility.

• The Mission displays and tables are going to be replaced

with a new, updated wall display system.

• Existing chairs and tables will be arranged to create small

meeting areas on the east and west sides of our foyer.

• The Information and Resource areas will be painted a dif-

ferent color and include new signage to immediately attract

guests’ attention as they enter.

A committee of visionaries, designers and technical peoplehas been formed to make this dream a reality. We’ll start with

these simple improvements for a short trial period then regroup

to determine what other changes are economically possible to

improve the overall image and feel of the foyer. Ideas are already

being considered, including paint, rugs, banners, signs, new

furniture, etc.

These enhancements are consistent with the theme of “New

Beginnings” at First Federated as we strive to engage the

community around us. We hope you’ll be excited about these

upcoming changes.

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WELCOME TO FIRST FEDERATED CHURCH!

Have Questions?If you have any questions, simply ask someone wearing a

name tag with “Here to Help” on it or visit the Welcome Center

in the auditorium Foyer.

Guest ReceptionIf you are visiting with us for the first time or have just

recently started attending First Federated Church, we cordially

invite you to a reception in the Foyer immediately following the

service. We would love to have the opportunity to meet you, get

to know you better, and answer any questions you may have.

Fill Out the Care & Communication CardIf you have never completed a Care and Communication Card,

please take a moment to do so. This allows us, as a church family,

to better know your needs and how we can serve you. The Care

and Communication Card is located inside this newspaper. Just fill

out the card completely and leave at the end of your pew, give to an

usher, or hand it in at the Visitors’ Table located in the foyer.

Thank you for taking the time to visit First Federated Church.

If you are not presently a member of a Bible teaching church, weinvite you to join our church family.

If You Have Children Visit the Children’sMinistry Registration Station

Trust your children to the care of our dedicated, loving

Children’s Ministry staff. Our children’s programs provide qual-

ity care and learning for kids of all ages.

If your child has not already been enrolled in our Children’s

Ministry, a quick visit to the Children’s Ministry Registration

Station will provide you with temporary security tags and give us

the information we need to effectively minister to your child.

Infants & Preschool ChildrenChildcare and teaching are available during the 9:00 hour and 10:30 worship service

in the Nursery and Preschool Departments.

Kindergarten–4th GradeDuring the 9:00 hour, K–4th graders meet in graded classroom groups for Bible

learning and fun.

K–2nd graders attend the rst par t of the 10:30 worship service with their families

and then are dismissed through the large black doors at the front of the auditorium

to attend their own age-appropriate children’s church, called KZ Church. Parents, we

encourage you to go with your children the rst time they visit KZ Church.

3rd & 4th graders attend the worship service to listen and learn with their families.

Xtreme AM (5th & 6th Grade)Our preteens meet in their own Xtreme spot, Room 205, at 9:00 for a time of Xtreme

learning, Xtreme prayer and Xtreme relationship-building, then join their f amilies for

the 10:30 worship service.

Youth (Grade 7–12) & AdultsGroups for ADULTS and activities for YOUTH begin at 9:00AM. Stop by

the Welcome Center to nd out about each of the groups and how to get there.

Thank you for choosing to worship with us this morning!

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Men’s Basketball—January 226:30PM | Rockets vs. Celtics8:00PM | Lakers vs. Bulls

Wednesday Nights | 6:30PMConcerts of Prayer | Room 1116

Moms’ Prayer GroupWednesday Evenings | 5:15–6:15PM | Room 131 (Library)

Wednesday Night StudyUsing God’s Word to Interpret Your World Wednesday at 6:30PM

If you’ve resolved to grow closer

to Jesus, be a brighter light for Him in

your community, and be stronger in

your faith and/or your understanding

of how to communicate it—this class is

for you. Join with others as we explore

the world through God’s eyes.

Men’s Winning at Work & Home GroupSaturdays | 7:00–8:30AM | Room 1250–51

Card MinistryMondays | 6:30-8:15PM | Room 139

If you have questions, call Carol Fugere 274.6333.

Women Alone ServingJanuary 24 | 10AM | Craft Room | NW Senior Citizen Center on Franklin

Deepen Your Fellowship at FFCSundays | Starting January 27 | 9:00AM

Fellowship is an important part of

the DNA of the Church. This elective is

a wonderful way to become better con-

nected to the community of believers

here at First Federated Church. The first

three weeks of this elective cover mem-bership at FFC. The following 5 weeks are focused on a study of

how God has shaped you to be an active, contributing member

of His church. If you are interested in becoming a member of

FFC and understanding how God has equipped you for ministry,

you can register for this group in the foyer, on the Care & Com-

munication Card, or by calling Julie Denger at 255-2122, ext. 116.

Sunday Mornings | 9:00AMGroups for All Ages

See Fall Ministry brochure for complete listing.

New Young Couples Group | Room 209

Men’s Group | Room 210Women’s Group | Room 208

Sunday Prayer GroupSundays | 9AM | Room 100

The HUB (18–23 years old)Sunday 9:15 - Worship and fellowshipwith FREE continental breakfast! Then, sitback and enjoy the relevant teachings of Scott Longstreet!Sunday night 6pm - Meet at the Hub room for Poster Blitz part 4!We’re looking for a record turnout!Tuesdays at 8:30PM—Ladies’ Bible studyWednesdays at 7:30PM—Men’s Bible studyThursday at 6:30PM—Hub band practice

Alpha CourseMondays | Started January 14 | 6:00PM | Backdoor

Alpha is a 12-week course hosted on Mondays at 6:00PM, in

the Backdoor. Each Monday night you and your guest(s) will

experience rich fellowship around a wonderful meal, an engaging

video lesson by Nicky Gumble, founder of the Alpha course, and

a time to ask questions, both simple and complex, about our faith.

ADULT GROUPS

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UPCOMING GROUPSA Heart Like His

This Beth Moore study of King David focuses

on his years as God’s chosen king of Israel and

how God loved and used David despite his

disobedience. This study offers many practical

lessons on how to have a heart like God’s.

Continuing from Fall 2007Thursdays | February 7–Ongoing | 9:10–11:10AM

Led by Catherine EricksonThursdays | February 7–Ongoing | 6:30–8:30PM

Led by Vickie BlairCost: $20

Parenting Class Essentials of Discipline, Focus on the Family12–Wednesdays | Starting February 6 | 6:30–8:00PM

For Women—Falling in Love with JesusWednesdays | 6:30–8:00PM

For Couples—Marriage BuildersWednesdays | 6:30–8:00PM

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The contents of this page have been removed to protect theprivacy of those in our congregation.

Printed copies of this page can be obtained at the church.

Items found on this page include:Pray for Those Who Grieve

Happy Birthday!

(Birthdays are listed for Federated members & missionaries)

Pray for those with Physical Needs(In the Hospital, Upcoming Surgery/Procedures, Partial List of the Ongoing Needs of Our Members &Regular Attenders)

Pray for Those Who Serve our Church

PRAY FORONE

ANOTHER

Our Encouragement“Then Jesus said to His

disciples, “If anyone wishes

to come after me, let him

deny himself, and take up hiscross, and follow Me...”

Matthew 16:24

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Paul & Violette BridgmanMission Board: TEAM

Location: Japan

What do they do? The Bridgmans

serve as church planters who have established Sanyo Grace

Church. They reach out through evangelistic meetings, aground golf club, English classes, American culture, Bible

and cooking classes. Paul, the son of missionary parents, was

born and raised in Japan. Their son, Jeffrey, is a student at

Arkansas Tech University and Kevin attends high school at

Christian Academy, Japan, away from his parents.

Prayer Requests:

• For good follow-up of those who attended their Christmas

meetings—they had record attendance.

• For more opportunities to witness to ground golf club mem-

bers and kids.

• For wisdom as they counsel church members struggling with

personal problems.• For spiritual growth and unity of the believers, future evan-

gelistic events, personal financial support to improve.

• For plans for Sanyo Church to purchase land and build a

building.

Modern Day SlaverySome Statistics on Child SlaveryBy Operation Mobilization

• 3000 enslaved Albanian children are used for begging,

cleaning windows and cars without

wages in Italy and Greece.

• An estimated 496,000 children are inslavery in Bangladesh.

• Over 10-20 million people are subject-

ed to debt bondage largely in India,

Bolivia, Brazil, Peru and Philippines.

• Of 20 million bonded laborers in Pakistan, 7.5 million are

children.

• Of 35 million soccer balls stitched in Pakistan, children

produce one-quarter. Most of them are bonded servants.

• Nearly 500,000 minors work in virtual slavery conditions in

Senegal.

• Restavek—the sending of children to serve as unpaid domes-tic labor for more affluent city dwellers—flourishes in Haiti.

UNICEF estimates that 25,000-30,000 children, 85% of

them girls, are victims of this practice.

• It takes up to 15 years for girls in India held in prostitution

via debt bondage to purchase their freedom.

MISSION ONE Reaching others for Jesus Christ

Pat AmsdenMission Board: Camp Appanoose, Inc.

Location: Iowa

What does he do? Pat serves as Executive

Director of Camp Appanoose, over-

seeing and planning camp programswith the goal of introducing young people to Jesus Christ

and challenging them for productive service. Located near

Lake Rathbun in rural Plano, the camp is both seasonal and

year-around. The summer of ’07 was the first year for camp-

ers to enjoy the spacious facilities of an indoor gym/play

area, new kitchen and cafeteria, restroom and shower facili-

ties.

Prayer Requests:

• For Pat as he is now writing lessons for this summer. The

theme is Frontier Games, reflective of an Olympic year--tell-

ing the story of the great athlete, Saul of Tarsus.

• For the newly formed Friends of Camp Appanoose as theycommunicate camp needs and organize various volunteer

projects.

• For planning the upcoming camp season.

• For summer campers, volunteers and staff needs.

• For funds to complete the new chapel area, monthly and

long-range financial needs.

Glenn & Carol, Three ChildrenLocation: Closed Country

What do they do? Glenn and Carol serve as tentmakers in a

predominately Muslim country where residents and tourists

are forbidden to give testimony of Christ in their lives. Theyare team leaders of six adults and are involved in church

planting and the translation, editing and printing of the New

Testament and prayer booklet in the national language. Carol

is the daughter of Herman and Naida Reeve.

Prayer Requests:

• Praise: their country has seen more Muslim background

believers getting into discipleship/fellowship groups.

• Carol just participated in the first-ever women’s conference

in their country—ask for ongoing growth and unity among

the women.

• For Glenn as he travels north to another closed country

January 21-31 to encourage and motivate Christians there toreach out to Muslims in their country.

• Ask for safety, words of wisdom and for hearts to be open.

• For all the details as they make future plans to return to the

States for 1 year—something they have not done in 18 years.

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TODAY’S WORSHIP

Welcome: Michael Howland

One Pure And Holy PassionBlessed Be Your NameEnoughWe Fall DownIn Christ Alone

Prayer & Oering: Mike Rose

Trio: I Will Follow Christ

Scott Eriksen, Michael Howland, Jack Kamerick

K–2nd Dismissed

Message: Parking Lots to Pathways:

Passionately Committed to Christ , Matt: 16:24Mike Rose

NOTESSunday, January 20, 2007 | Pastor Mike RoseParking Lots to Pathways: Passionately Committed to Christ

Matt: 16:24

Adult Bible Fellowship (ABFs)Once you’ve joined us in worship, our Adult Bible Fellowships

are a great next step to get to know people and build on the foun-

dation of your faith. Our ABFs are generally segmented by age

and offer a wide range of studies focused on applying the Bible

to your daily life. Each ABF functions like a small church com-

munity with opportunities for developing relationships, caring for

each other, and special social activities.

Current ABFsThe HUB (ages 18-23) | Room 244Connections (born in the 1970’s) | Room 1224–1226Homebuilders (born in the 1960’s) | Room 1250–1251Bereans (born in the 1960’s) | Room 1238–1239Cornerstone

(born in the 1950’s) | Room 1240–1241Koinonia (born in the 1940’s) | Room 1252–1253Ezra (born in the 1940’s) | Room 1118Galilean (born in the 1930’s) | Room 1244–1247Immanuel (born in the 1930’s) | Room 1105Friendly Fellowship (born in the 1920’s) | Room 1254–1255W.H.O. (born before the 1920’s) | Room 1116

Other GroupsYoung Couples | Room 209

If you are engaged or married less than 2 years and under 30,

this new ABF is designed just for you. Join with other couples

to build godly friendships and study the Bible in ways that will

help the two of you grow together in your faith. To establish yourmarriage the way God intended (and have some fun!) be part of

this new group!

Women (all ages)Room 208

Men (all ages)Room 210

Prayer (all ages)Room 100

Worship MinistriesRoom 1125

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Deacon of the MonthJamie Smith | 255.2122 ext 139

Our Deacons stand ready to help with the physical needs of themembers and attenders of this fellowship. Should you have a

short-term, emergency need, do not hesitate to call the church

o ce and leave a message for the “Deacon of the Month.” This ministry is made

possible by your gifts to the Deacons’ Fund.

Deaconess of the MonthPenny Murphy | 277.2040

Our Deaconesses are available to the women of the church in

areas of encouragement and spiritual support. If you need a

listening ear and someone to pray with you, please call Penny.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Alpha OpportunityAlpha needs someone, 18+ to watch the 6 children (so far) on

Monday evenings. You would be here from 5:45 to 8:45PM. Dinner

is provided. Even someone 16 or 17 yrs old could be helpers. If

interested, call the Adult Ministry office; 255.2122 Ex. 129.

Just Give Me Jesus

Data Entry Opportunities for Men or WomenData entry volunteers (20-30) are needed Saturday, April 19th

following the Just Give Me Jesus Revival for 4-6 hours starting

at 5:30PM.

Women attending the Just Give Me Jesus Revival will be

given the opportunity to participate in a follow-up Bible study.

Letters will be mailed Monday, April 21st, so the thousands

of cards turned in must be keyed in to PCs and Macs Saturday

night. Qualified volunteers need to be accurate typists, male

or female, of any age group. If you’re ready to take on this

important role, please contact [email protected] or

call 277-5853.

If typing isn’t your thing, we’ll also need volunteers a week or

two before to stuff envelopes and on Monday, the 21st, to attachmailing labels.

Phone Captains NeededPhone captains are needed to make follow up contacts with

Des Moines area churches. These calls will be made during

daytime hours in preparation for the April 18–19 Just Give Me

Jesus Revival with Anne Graham Lotz. Adopt a zip code and be

the point of contact for 11–35 churches for the next three months.

For more information please contact Nancy at 830.0437 or Judy

at [email protected]

Shop with a CauseHaving shopper’s withdrawal after Christmas? Need an excuse

to check out those January sales? Think Operation Christmas

Child all year long! Keep watching for items to include in next

year’s shoe boxes for needy children. Stock up now on small toys

and crafts, t-shirts, socks, mittens, washcloths, toothbrushes and

more. Tuck them away to fill your own shoe box next fall or bring

items to the Children’s Ministry office anytime.

Takin’ it Back to the Streets in 2008We had such a great time last summer “Takin’ it to the

Streets” we thought we would start early with some local minis-

try work projects.Saturday, January 26 | 10AM-2PM

We will be sending a work team to Teen Challenge Urban

Center, 1709 10th St., Des Moines. We are looking for a small

group to help with electrical, drywall and painting. If you are

interested or have questions, please call the church office or

Steve and Sherri Wallerstedt at 279.5747 as they will be leading

the team.

Saturday, February 23 | 9AM–2:30PM We will be working with HOPE Ministries on a Service and

Mission Team. This involves a 2 hour work project, lunch at

HOPE Café and then visiting 6–8 tent camps in the woods along

the Des Moines River, delivering food and fellowship.

In March we hope to organize a work day at Agape Pregnancy

Center, 2550 Martin Luther King Jr. More details to come.

If you have never been involved with some of our local

ministries, I challenge you to sign up for one of these upcoming

projects. See what God can accomplish through you by just vol-

unteering some of your time by contacting John Porter, 255.2122

[email protected].

WEEKLY NEWSPAPERRegular Submission Deadline: Tuesdays by noonWe prefer that items be submitted electronically!E-Mail: [email protected]

All submitted items are subject to submission guidelines and editorial review by

the church sta. FFC reserves the right to edit submissions

for length.

Disclaimer:First Federated Church does not claim to own any copyright privileges on items

printed in this newspaper, unless otherwise s tated. All items published are

quoted in good faith and believed to be free for circulation or public domain.

Newspaper Sta:Managing Editor ....................................John C. Stark ([email protected])

Production Artis t ................................................................................ Lynne McKee

Missions Editor .......................................................................................Jean Crabbs

Prayer Bulletin Editor ............................................................................Julie Denger

Printing ................................................................................................Karl Johnson

Folding, Cutting, & Distribution ......................... Robert W. Marean & Bob Hulling

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In FebruarySwingin’ On A Star: Widows’/Widowers’ BanquetFeb. 10 | 12:00PM

Come minister to FFC widows and widowers during this ban-

quet featuring music from the 1920’s, 30’s and 40’s! We’re talking

Gershwin, Crosby, Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, etc. We need singers,

servers and decorators! We will have more info in the Backdoor

along with sign-ups! (JH, SH)

Silver Ring Thing | Jan 23—Feb 13You won’t want to miss this Wednesday night study! This

DVD-enhanced Bible study is designed to help you understand

and embrace the challenge to remain abstinent until marriage.

We will wrap up this series on Sunday, Feb. 17th with a youth

led worship service, Pastor Howie preaching, and a commitment

ceremony during AM worship. (SH)

Dare 2 Share | Feb. 22–23Goal: 50 teens. Deposits of $10 will solidify your place in an

awesome trip to Lincoln, NE for the Dare 2 Share Conference,

Feb. 22–23. Cost $20. ($59 at the door!) Evangelism training,

awesome concerts and speakers. $20 is an unheard of price!

Secure your spot ASAP! We have 46 spots left! We need 7 – 8

adults to chaperone and drive (preferably with 7 passenger vans).

OtherM-FUGE | July 20–27

2 reminders for all those going to M-fuge. First you need to

begin your passport process this month. Secondly, your 2nd de-

posit of $55 was due Jan.15. Check with Howie for work projects

balances and scholarship info this week.

Hangtimes:Jan. 20 – All Church Skating Event (SMT postponed)Jan. 27 – Sleepy Hollow (5-8pm)Feb.3 – SMT meeting / Hangtime to watch the Super Bowl

Feb. 10-- Small Group Night

In JanuaryDODGEBALL!!! Mondays | 7-8:30PM | FFC West Gym

Weekly match-ups! We had a great turn out last Monday, so

join us this week!

Sanctity of Human Life Baby Shower | Jan. 20 | 12–2PMWanna make a difference? Join us for a very unique event.

Following the am worship service, we will have a baby

shower in the BackDoor for Ruth Harbor. Come enjoy cake,

punch, LUNCH, and a speaker who will share with and chal-

lenge our teens.

Here are some of the needs:office supplies (needed the most), gift cards to home im-

provement stores, department stores (Target, etc.), grocery

stores, office supply stores, video rentals, boy and girl

clothing sizes 6–24 months (new or gently used), diapers

sizes 1–6, paper shredder, weed eater and more.

Sleepy Hollow | Jan. 27 | 5–8PMCome for a Hangtime at Sleepy Hollow! You can choose

your fun! You can either tube for $14 or ski for $25! Come

challenge Howie on the slopes! Parents and/or youth leaders

are needed to carpool and chaperone. (JH, SH)

7th–12th Grades

Senior HighWinter Retreat

Januar y 11–13Hidden Acres

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Put on Your ArmorOur K-2nd graders are

learning about the armor of

God in KZ Church. Ephesians

6 tells Christians to “Put on the

full armor of God so that youcan take your stand against the

devil’s schemes.”

Last week we learned about

the belt of truth. In Bible times,

a belt served a little different

purpose than it does today. Men

and women both wore long

robes or togas. When they wanted to go somewhere in a hurry,

they would gather the ends or flowing parts of their clothing into

their belts. In Bible words, they would “gird their loins” to help

them move easily and keep them from stumbling.

The belt of truth keeps us from stumbling, too. So, where do

we find our belt of truth? In God’s Word, the Bible! When weread the Bible, we gird (or wrap) ourselves in truth. When we

attend church, we wrap ourselves in truth. When we act as Jesus

would act, we wrap ourselves in truth, too. So, wrap yourselves

each day in truth. You’ll be able to move forward and not

stumble!

Attention, Parents of 5th and 6th Graders• Do the forks go on the left or right side of the plate?

• Isn’t “YO!” an acceptable way to answer the phone?

• Why not talk with my mouth full or put my elbows on the

table...after all, we’re just family?

• Nobody writes thank you notes anymore!• Who cares about all of this stuff anyway?

Does any of this sound familiar? Would you like a little help?

We think we have just the thing for your preteen! “Manners

Made Easy” starts Wednesday, January 23, 6:30-8:00PM, in the

Xtreme Room (205). Even if your child doesn’t usually attend on

Wednesday nights, they are welcome to join XtremePM for this

new, special course. It’s free and it’s going to be FUN!

Make sure your student comes with an appetite the first night

of “Manners Made Easy!” We will be serving dinner to kick off

this course.

Coming SoonChildren’s Ministry volun-

teers, mark your calendars for

Team Time 2008, with four

sessions to choose from on

February 10 and 17. Be here for

“The Number One Thing!”

CHILDREN’S MINISTRYA New Year’s PoemBy Sybil G. Bockert

The New Year is starting- isn’t it exciting?

And all my resolutions, I’ve just finished writing.

“I’m going to be patient,” “I’ll be angry no more”

Too late, I remember, as I slam the door.

I’ll read some good books, to take away my cares

Tonight, here I am, with “Goldilocks & the Three Bears”

“I’m going to exercise, at the mall I will walk”

Then I meet my friends, and all we do is talk

“I’ll go to bed early and get some rest”

The “Boob tube” won that one- I failed the test.

“I won’t yell at the kids” and I feel so smug

Then I SCREAM when they come home

and track mud on the rug

“I’m going to lose weight and I’ll look so neat”

Then, after dinner, I “pig out” on sweets

“Gossip? No never, I won’t say a word

But while I’ve got your attention, do you know what I heard?”Cool and collected, while driving, I’ll be

“Did you see that idiot? He cut in front of me!”

“I’ll be ready early,” I promise my mate

He is patiently waiting- Guess who is late!

I’ve failed so miserably, I’m sitting there crying

My husband consoles me- But honey, you’re trying

I read my devotions at dawn’s early light

Well, what do you know! I did something right!

So here’s my advice as you start the New Year

Try to improve and to Jesus stay near.

Ernie Haase & Signature SoundLive in Concert | First Federated ChurchSaturday, February 23 | 7:00PM

Tickets: $18 Group, $20 Advance, $25 At Door, $25 Artist Circle

Area Bookstores, 800.430.1049, www.TrinityCommunications.org

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Wednesday Night Meal Jan 23 Chili , Tater Tots, Tossed Salad, Dessert

All Church Skating PartySunday, January 20 | 5:30-7:30PM | Skate NorthAdmission is FREE | Bring your own skates or rent skates for $3

Date With A PurposeSpace is limited for Date With A Purpose events!Join Gary & Barb Rosberg on May 9.

Visit www.DrGaryandBarb.com for details.

January 2008Alpha (Mondays | 6:00PM )..................................................................................Started 14All Church Skating Party (Sunday | 5:30-7:30PM ) ....................................................... 20Fellowship Class (8 Sundays | 10:30am) ....................................................................... 27

February 2008Communion .................................................................................................................3Widows’/Widowers’ Banquet (Sunday, 12:00PM ) .....................................................10Signature Sound Concert.....................................................................................23All Church Movie Night ......................................................................................... 24

March 2008Worldview Weekend ............................................................................................7–8Guest Speaker: Dr. Brown (President of Cedarville University) .........................................9Daylight Savings Time Ends ...................................................................................9Good Friday ................................................................................................................21Easter ........................................................................................................................... 23

OTHER NEWS

SympathyOur sympathy is extended to Melvin Wellen and family at the

death of his wife, Shirley, on January 12.

Please Pray for John PorterShort-term Mission Trip to India

John Porter will be traveling in India

January 17–February 2. In 2004, FFC committedto support 10 Indian pastors with Mission India, an

organization that supports national ministry. We

prayed for these young men, assisted with the cost

of their Bible training, and moving out into minis-

try. John will be visiting these established churches, their schools,

and children’s ministry, which we still support. On January 26 he

will meet up with two of our own missionaries in the northern part

of India, checking out their ministries and how FFC can become

more actively involved. Pray for God’s leading, safety, health and

opportunities for our future.

got friendsAlpha is a great way to help themunderstand your faith.Mondays at 6PM in the Backdoor.You can still join us!

Financial ReportAttendance01/13/08 .....................................999

General Fund OeringLast Week

Weekly Need ........................$34,889

Oering ................................$24,010

Shortage.............................($10,879)

Year to Date: 9/1/07–present

Need ................................... $697,780

Oering .............................$659,522

Shortage.............................($38,258)

Budgeted MissionsYear to Date: 9/1/07–present

Need ...................................$102,666Oering .............................. $116,806

Overage .................................$14,140

MortgageCurrent Balance ..................$874,564

Next Payment January 25

Swingin’On A Star

Widows’/Widowers’BanquetSunday, February 10 | 12:00PM

Featuring the music of the

1920’s–1940’s as sung by teens& other special guests.

Come enjoy an afternoon of music,

a free lunch and time with the teens.

Please RSVP by February 3,255.2122 x128

Using God’s Word to Interpret Your World Wednesday at 6:30PM

If you’ve resolved to grow closer to Jesus, be a brighter lightfor Him in your community, and be stronger in your faith and/or

your understanding of how to communicate it—this class is for

you. Join with others as we explore the world through God’s eyes.

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