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FCF Office Hours Tues-Friday 9:30am-3pm FCF Contact Email: secretary@explorefcf.

returning opportunities for study and fellowship for all ages. See page two for launch dates. Kidzlife Ages 3 through 5th Grade. Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm. Registration fee is $15.

com Deeper Ladies Bible Ruth. Fridays, 9-10:30am. Cost is $10 for the materials. Register by Aug. 31. Childcare is provided.

1 FCF Office Hours Tues-Friday 9:30am-3pm FCF Contact FCF Phone Number: Faith news MONTHLY NEWSLETTER FAITH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP SEPTEMBER 2018 We are excited for Fall and the FCF Fall Ministries that will be launching with many new and returning opportunities for study and fellowship for all ages. See page two for launch dates. Kidzlife Ages 3 through 5th Grade. Wednesdays 6:30-8:30pm. Registration fee is $15. Contact the Orndorffs for more information: Switchback Grades Wednesdays 6-8pm and Sundays at 9:15am. Contact Lewis Rudy for more information: youth@explorefcf.com Deeper Ladies Bible Ruth. Fridays, 9-10:30am. Cost is $10 for the materials. Register by Aug. 31. Childcare is provided. Contact Beverly McDaniel to register or more information: bevkmcdaniel@gmail.com MOPS Mothers of Pre-Schoolers. Every other Monday, 9:30-11:30am. Childcare is provided. Registration fee is $55. Contact Jessica Hykes for more information: hykes.jessica@gmail.com Parenting Young Adults Sundays during the Education Hour at 9:15am. Contact the FCF Office for more information: admin@explorefcf.com Discover Bible Jesus Among Secular Gods Ladies and Men meet on alternating Mondays, 7-8:30pm. Contact Erin Croteau for more information: ecroteau3@gmail.com Home Groups We will launch a new study guide during the week of September Every group will be using the material, Gospel-Centered Life. See Pastor Gordon for additional details. Gospel-Centered Life Discussion Group For those not currently involved in a Home Group, we are eager to provide a place to discuss the material. Three Wednesday evenings will be offered during the fall (Sept. 26, Oct. 24, Nov. 28) from 6:30-7:45. This time corresponds to our Kidzlife ministry.

Important Fall Ministry Dates September 2 Promotion Sunday 5 SB Fall Kick-Off 7 Ladies Friday Morning Bible aaa Begins 12 Kidzlife Launch 16 Parenting Young Adults aaa aeducation Class Begins 17 MOPS

church office, 301-223-4803 or email secretary@explorefcf.com.

2 Important Fall Ministry Dates September 2 Promotion Sunday 5 SB Fall Kick-Off 7 Ladies Friday Morning Bible aaa Begins 12 Kidzlife Launch 16 Parenting Young Adults aaa aeducation Class Begins 17 MOPS Launch 22 Ladies Connection Retreat 24 Men s Monday Night Bible aaabegins 30 Family Sunday October 1 Ladies Monday Night Bible Begins For more information, you may contact the ministry leaders or church office, or secretary@explorefcf.com. Wednesdays at 6:30pm At FCF Pastor Dave and Pastor Gordon were able to meet Isabella, the child we sponsor in Nicaragua through Hearts Across Borders and deliver the gifts we sent her. Thank you for your continued support of this valuable ministry. August and September brings the beginning of another school year. The new school year means there will be busses carrying their precious cargo to and from school. Keep an eye out for the busses, leave extra time for travelling in the mornings and afternoons, and watch for little ones as they cross the streets. Please keep the teachers, staff, and many others who will be working with the students during the school year in your prayers. The date for our next Potluck has yet to be determined. Please watch the bulletin for the date. We look forward to this time of fellowship. If you are 50+ and looking for a great group to be a part, you are always welcome at Y@H! Contact the FCF office for more information. Keep your eyes on Jesus and shine for Him!

New 9:15AM Education Class Parenting Young Adults Join us in Room 5 for a Bible on how to approach Parenting children as they enter adulthood. The class will begin on October 16.

You ll find: Daily Devotions from Clark A link to the weekly bulletin A link to the What s Happening at FCF weekly email Information about upcoming events Mission updates while teams are on a trip

3 New 9:15AM Education Class Parenting Young Adults Join us in Room 5 for a Bible on how to approach Parenting children as they enter adulthood. The class will begin on October 16. Visit the FCF Facebook page, Faith Christian Fellowship, Hagerstown, MD. You ll find: Daily Devotions from Clark A link to the weekly bulletin A link to the What s Happening at FCF weekly Information about upcoming events Mission updates while teams are on a trip And much more! Current Sermon Series: Men s Bible Jesus Among Secular Gods By Ravi Zacharias Begins on September 24 Will meet every other Monday at FCF in Room 7 7pm-8:30pm FCF Home Groups We encourage you to join a Home Group here at FCF. These groups are designed to give you an opportunity to pour into others and allow them to pour into you. We will pray together, study scripture together, serve together, and spur one another on towards love and good deeds. Beginning the week of Sept 9, we will begin using Gospel Centered Life as our study material. We also realize that life circumstances do not always allow you to be part of a Home Group. We will be hosting a Gospel Centered Life Discussion Group on three Wednesday evenings, Sept 26, Oct. 24 and Nov 28 from 6:30-7:45pm to discuss the material. We encourage everyone to join either a Home Group or the Discussion Group. Contact the FCF Office for more information.

Ladies Connection Step Up Retreat Doors Open at 9am for Breakfast Event from 9:30am-2:30pm Ladies, join us on September 22 for our Step Up Ladies Retreat with guest speaker, Debbie Grady.

Registration is available at the table in the foyer at FCF or by contacting the FCF office through email: admin@explorefcf.com or phone: 301-223-4803.

Lunch Choices: Bacon Turkey Bravo Sandwich Ham & Swiss Sandwich Asian Sesame Salad with Chicken 1/2 Green Goddess Salad with 1/2 Sierra Turkey Sandwich Lunch will be prepared by Panera Bread.

4 Ladies Connection Step Up Retreat Doors Open at 9am for Breakfast Event from 9:30am-2:30pm Ladies, join us on September 22 for our Step Up Ladies Retreat with guest speaker, Debbie Grady. The cost is $12 which includes a light breakfast, lunch, and other surprises throughout the day. Registration is available at the table in the foyer at FCF or by contacting the FCF office through admin@explorefcf.com or phone: If registering by phone or , please include your name, phone number, , lunch choice and any special dietary needs or concerns. Checks can be made out to FCF with Ladies Retreat in the memo. Lunch Choices: Bacon Turkey Bravo Sandwich Ham & Swiss Sandwich Asian Sesame Salad with Chicken 1/2 Green Goddess Salad with 1/2 Sierra Turkey Sandwich Lunch will be prepared by Panera Bread. All options come with chips and a cookie. Beverages will also be provided. For more information, contact Erin Croteau at or admin@explorefcf.com Deeper Friday Ladies Bible 9am-10:30am of Ruth Begins September 7 Cost is $10 for materials Childcare provided Contact Beverly McDaniel for more information bevkmckaniel@gmail.com Discover Ladies Bible Jesus Among Secular Gods By Ravi Zacharias Begins in October 1 Every other Monday 7-8:30pm BREATHER: MOPS at FCF is BEGINNING SEPTEMBER 17! Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) a group for Moms of children from birth to kindergarten, will meet here at FCF on the first and third Monday's of each month, meeting Sept 17th-May 20 from 9:30-11:30. Childcare will be provided**. Come join other Moms as we tend the God given fire in our hearts and Live Expectantly, Surrender Daringly, and Breathe Freely. The registration fee for MOPS is $55. Checks can be made out to FCF with MOPS in the Memo line and given to Jessica Hykes (please do NOT put them in the offering). The Membership Forms are available at the table in the foyer at FCF or by contacting Jessica Hykes. Forms can be printed and brought to the meeting or given to Jessica. Come along with us and may this be the year you...find YOUR FIRE. For more information and to register contact Jessica Hykes at or hykes.jessica@gmail.com **If you would be interested in helping with childcare to allow Moms an opportunity to attend the MOPS meetings, please contact Jessica. Your time spent with the children will be a blessing to the moms and the children and to you!

NICARUAGUA: During the month of August, Pastor Gordon and Pastor David

they live in the midst of political turmoil.

times and teach and encourage our Christian brothers/pastors in the Bible

Since April 18th, our Nicaraguan brothers and sisters have experienced a great

They are experiencing financial hardships because of the oppression as well.

gifts given toward the Nicaraguan Relief Fund, which Pastors Gordon and David

HAITI: The Haiti team is firming up plans to conduct a medical mission trip in

If you would like to be a part of that team, contact Pastor Dave at

com Vitamins for Haiti: We are continuing to collect vitamins to take to Haiti

5 NICARUAGUA: During the month of August, Pastor Gordon and Pastor David travelled to Nicaragua to encourage and strengthen our Nicaraguan partners as they live in the midst of political turmoil. They were able to help with the feeding of groups of children and adults two times and teach and encourage our Christian brothers/pastors in the Bible institute in Sebaco. Since April 18th, our Nicaraguan brothers and sisters have experienced a great deal of political oppression as the government has moved towards a dictatorship. They are experiencing financial hardships because of the oppression as well. We are extremely grateful for the exemplary giving that FCF demonstrated in the gifts given toward the Nicaraguan Relief Fund, which Pastors Gordon and David were also able to deliver during their trip in August. HAITI: The Haiti team is firming up plans to conduct a medical mission trip in November. If you would like to be a part of that team, contact Pastor Dave at missions@explorefcf.com Vitamins for Haiti: We are continuing to collect vitamins to take to Haiti for the medical mission. Our goal is to collect 15,000 vitamins to distribute. Donations of non-gummy vitamins can be placed in the FCF Main office through the end of October. If you would like to know more about Global Impact Team opportunities and to hear about upcoming trips, please join us at the monthly Global Impact meeting on September 6 at 7:00 p.m.

These include new health forms, photo release forms, and student/parent information.

Promo Sunday: September 2nd Wednesday Evenings Kick-Off: September 5th Sixth

Come out for a fun evening of games, food, and friends!

6 New Forms for Fall! Switchback is requesting that you update your student s information and forms! These include new health forms, photo release forms, and student/parent information. New forms are available in the student building, the FCF Main Office, or download them from the September Switchback Newsletter . Please submit these forms to Lewis in person or to the FCF Main Office. Promo Sunday: September 2nd Wednesday Evenings Kick-Off: September 5th Sixth graders are greeted for the first time as middle schoolers, and our eighth graders officially move up as high schoolers! Back to School All-Nighter September 7:00pm - $10 per person Come out for a fun evening of games, food, and friends! We will be going bowling around 8:00pm, then returning to the church for the rest of the night. Snacks will be provided throughout the evening. Don t forget about multi-student discount for families! Please bring sleeping bag and pad. Please see Lewis with any questions.

September 2 is Faith Kids Promotion Sunday! Children ages Kindergarten - 6th grade will be promoted to their new classrooms. Children should attend their new classroom upon check-in.

Children entering 6th grade are invited to join with Switchback 9:15am on Sundays and Wednesdays at 6:30pm Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm Beginning September 12 We invite your children, ages 3 through

We will explore what life was like for the first disciples when Jesus returned to heaven and how God Spirit turned ordinary men into powerhouses of faith and how God can still do the same today!

Last year, FCF took a new approach to trick or treating and preparations are being made to do it again this year.

7 September 2 is Faith Kids Promotion Sunday! Children ages Kindergarten - 6th grade will be promoted to their new classrooms. Children should attend their new classroom upon check-in. (Note: children ages preschool and younger will continue to promote in accordance with their birthday.) Elementary classroom age designations are K-1st, 2nd Grade, and 3rd -5th. Children entering 6th grade are invited to join with Switchback 9:15am on Sundays and Wednesdays at 6:30pm Wednesday evenings at 6:30pm Beginning September 12 We invite your children, ages 3 through 5th Grade, to join us for awe-inspiring stories from the Book of Acts. We will explore what life was like for the first disciples when Jesus returned to heaven and how God Spirit turned ordinary men into powerhouses of faith and how God can still do the same today! The registration fee is $15 which includes the study guide. Register online at Contact Robin for more information. Last year, FCF took a new approach to trick or treating and preparations are being made to do it again this year. Homes in neighborhoods across the tri-state will be illuminated as much as possible with flood lights, porch lights, and house lights, with the focal point of a lit cross and scripture signs. Teams of 8-10 volunteers hand out hotdogs, chips, lemonade, candy, and a gospel tract -- Sharing Jesus' love with the neighborhood by being a beacon of Light shining brightly for Him. Please be in prayer for this outreach and how YOU can become involved. More information will be shared during the month of September. If you already know you want host to Light the Night at your home or help in a neighborhood, contact Robin Meek.

8 September 2018 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Communion Promotion Sunday Labor Day Prayer & Fasting 7pm Meal and Service at the Mission 10am Y@H 6pm Switchback Fall Kick-Off 6:30pm Prayer Gathering 7pm Global Ministry Meeting 9am Ladies Bible am Y@H 6pm Switchback 9am Ladies Bible 6:3opm KidzLIfe 6:30pm Prayer Gathering :15am Education Class Parenting Young Adults Begins 9:30am MOPS 10am Y@H 6pm Switchback 6:3opm KidzLIfe 9am Ladies Bible 9am Ladies Connection Step Up Retreat 6:30pm Prayer Gathering pm Men s Bible 10am Y@H 6pm Switchback 9am Ladies Bible 6:3opm KidzLIfe 6:30pm Prayer Gathering 30 6:30pm Discussion Group Family Sunday

Faith. news AUGUST NEWSLETTER OF FAITH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP. Romans 12 in Our Daily Lives Pastor Gordon

Faith. news AUGUST NEWSLETTER OF FAITH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP. Romans 12 in Our Daily Lives Pastor Gordon Faith news AUGUST NEWSLETTER OF FAITH CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP Romans 12 in Our Daily Lives Pastor Gordon Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to another in