Fall 2019

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Executive Producers: 3-4 REVEALING THE TRUTH | marriage cruise | holy land
Dr. Jeffrey and Pastor Ann Hoy Pastor Jeff Hoy
5 TRUTH REVEALED
Publication Manager: 6-7 Pastor Ann Hoy THANK YOU GOD, FOR YOUR MERCY AND PROVISION
Pastor Paul Reece DURING HURRICANE DORIAN.
fall prime time classes
Copy Editor/ Print Production:
Pam DePietro 8-9 FFC KIDS | FFA

Newsletter Writers:
Jeff Hoy, Ann Hoy
Paul Reece, Pam DePietro,
Jill Weber, Kris Pakulak,
Ricky Pacheco, Mike Law

Photographers:
Kelly Pino, Jill Weber,
Pam DePietro

Graphic Design: 10-11 FFC Youth Ministry WE ARE PRAYING FOR THE BAHAMAS, THE
Tiffany Pastor, Pam DePietro 12 music ministrY CAROLINAS, AND ALL OTHERS AFFECTED BY THIS STORM.

OUT OF TOWN?

Go to your devices app 13 give thanks Youth
store and download the 14 FFC Marketplace|winter Silent Auction
free FFC App. FebRUARY 22-23
CONFERENCE
We livestream our Sunday Service
Message at 9:20am and 11:15am. 15 SPEAKING TRUTH
You can also watch recorded
messages and give online through Pastor Paul Reece 2020 Silent Auction
our website and the FFC App. donations needed!
September
If you would like to receive this
newsletter electronically, please 1 Promotion Sunday | No Youth Group
e-mail us at church.office@faithfel-
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15 6th Grade Welcome at Youth Group

22 Bring a Friend Night at Youth Group

25 Prime Time Begins We are collecting donations of items and

28 Beth Moore Simulcast

October services now. Please call the church office
if you have an item or service you can
6 Welcome Lunch donate. Thank you!
6 Parents’ Night at Youth Group

Church Officers 13 La Novia del Cordero Anniversary Celebration December

FFC Church Officers and ministry teams 18 Fall Family Movie Night 4 Potluck and Carol Sing
represent our faith family. Feel free to contact 25-26 Fall Rummage Sale 4 FFC Year End Meeting
the chairman if you have questions or creative Oct. 26-27 Operation Christmas Child Boxes – Pick Up 7 FFC Christmas Marketplace
suggestions.
November 7-8 Special Christmas Music All Services
7-8 Return Angel Tree Gifts
Chairman John Tartaro 3 Set Clocks Back 1 Hour (Daylight Savings Ends) 7-8, 14-15 “His Place” Toy Drive Gift Returns
Vice-Chairman Harry Greer 3 Youth Council Meeting 14 Birthday Party for Jesus
Treasurer Carolyn Marty 2-3, 9-10 Operation Christmas Child Boxes – Pick Up 22 One Service at 10am
Member at Large Dianne Thompson 9-10 Thanksgiving Food Drive Weekend 24 Christmas Eve Service at 5:30pm
Member at Large John Brooker 10 Christian Educator Reception
Member at Large Alina Miller 9-10 Veteran’s Recognition Weekend Live Nativity/Reception at 6:30pm
Member at Large Bill Kennedy 16-17 Return Operation Christmas Child Boxes Christmas Eve Service at 7pm
22-24 Fall Retreat 29 One Service at 10am
23-24 Angel Tree in Lobby 29 No Youth Group
28-29 Church Office Closed

REVEALING THE It may surprise you that, although Revelation is not
studied as often as other books in the Bible, it has a domi-
TRUTH nant place in shaping the hymns, worship, and theology of
the church. Many of the common phrases and words of
I WAS RECENTLY REFLECTING ON traditional and modern worship music come from the pages
THE ROLE OF TRUTH IN OUR FAITH of Revelation.
AS BELIEVERS. IT OCCURRED TO
ME THAT EVERYTHING WE DO IS On the weekend of September 14-15, we will begin a
RELATED TO TRUTH. brand-new study in our Worship gatherings entitled, “Wres-
tling with Revelation.” The title reflects the very nature of
Our Bible is all about Truth. From the opening pages Revelation and how we must approach it. Revelation uses
of the Hebrew scriptures, the Truth is being revealed. many symbols and images that we will have to wrestle
The Truth about Creation, Who made the earth, how with. Revelation places before us several possible interpre-
humans came to exist within the Creation, and the things tations of what we study as the "End-Times." Revelation
that happened to cause us to be separated from God. sometimes seems confusing, but then suddenly inspires us
to take hold of the powerful Truth of God.
Then, we see in the Scriptures how God made a plan
to redeem and restore broken humanity to Himself. It was Revelation has a rich history of interpretation, but it
a long-range plan that would be unveiled across many also can read like it was torn from today's news headlines.
generations. It would involve many prophets and encoun- There is a lot to wrestle with, much to behold, great Truth
ters with God. But the Truth of God’s redemption comes to receive, and inspiration for the future. I hope you will
into sharper and sharper focus as the Hebrew Scripture plan to join us each weekend this fall as we Wrestle with
close and a New Testament is revealed. Revelation. As Someone said, "The Truth will set you
free."
Our Bible points to the coming of One who is called Saturday 6pm
the Way, the Truth, and the Life. The coming of Jesus Sunday 9 & 10:45am
Messiah was the revelation of Truth in the flesh. The Livestream www.faithfellowshipweb.com
Messiah of God came to live a sinless life, walk as a Watch earlier messages at
perfect example, and become the one reconciling sacri- http://www.faithfellowshipweb.com/mediaPlayer/…
fice that could save humanity from its lost and broken To receive the Words of Faith devotion five days a week,
state. Not only that, we hear the victorious Truth of the send an E-mail message addressed to
resurrection, defeating the enemy of death. [email protected]

We then hear the Truth of how God began to work DR. JEFF HOY
through His church to defeat the powers of the Enemy
Satan in this world. The power of God's Kingdom will SENIOR PASTOR
overcome even the gates of hell. We see, in the early
Scriptures of history, how the Truth overcame all that was FALL 2019 | FAITH MATTERS | 3
sick and evil by the power of the Word and the blood of
Christ.

But that is not all.
Our Bible closes with a book of Revelation. It is one of
the most mysterious but also the most triumphant books
ever written. It is the Revealing by Jesus Christ of those
things that must soon take place. It is the revealed Truth
about the end of the story. It is the Truth about how God
finally redeems and restores, for all eternity, the broken-
ness of humanity and Creation.

MARRIAGE CRUISE

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So many people invest in their retirement fund, their hobbies, their
kids, and even in their personal walk with the Lord. No doubt, these
are wise investments, but when is the last time you really invested
in your marriage? The FFC Marriage Cruise is the perfect time to
learn, grown, and reconnect with your spouse on a deeper level.
Enjoy all the perks of a luxury cruise vacation, and take advantage of
a marriage seminar, hosted by Pastors Je and Ann.

WALK WHERE JESUS WALKED
TOUR ISRAEL WITH PASTORS JEFF AND ANN HOY

DECEMBER 26, 2019 - ISRAEL PREPARATION CLASSES
JANUARY 5, 2020 BEGIN ON OCTOBER 20 AT 9AM.

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TRUTH

REVEALED

SUMMER VACATION IS A GREAT and the Kingdom of God will increase. Lives will be changed for
TIME TO “BINGE WATCH” OLD the better when they encounter truth and grasp that ‘Blessing
SERIES OF TELEVISION SHOWS. WE always follows obedience.’
ENJOYED POLICE SHOWS AND THE
INTERESTING THING THAT WE There are many Christian Education opportunities at Faith
NOTICED WAS THAT MANY OF THE Fellowship this fall for people to experience truths from God’s
SHOWS WERE ABOUT FIGURING Word and His faithful scholars in Bible Study Groups, Adult
OUT WHAT THE TRUTH OF THE Sunday School, Home Fellowship Groups, and Prime Time.
SITUATION REALLY WAS.
My hope is that people will make plans to participate in
Then, after lots of investigation, we were often surprised, Wednesday Prime Time classes and take advantage of the Bible
in the last moments of the episode, about the truth of who truths that will be presented in these eight sessions (See pages
had really committed the crime and what their motives 6-7). Dr. David Jeremiah will present Biblical truths for living
had been. Truth was revealed and it changed our perspec- with confidence in a chaotic world. Jimmy Evans will encourage
tive on the whole story. married couple with truths like, “Your marriage has a 100%
chance of succeeding.” Dave Ramsey’s FPU is filled with finan-
The Bible is filled with spiritual principles of truth that cial truths like, “Live like no other, so you can live like no other.”
can be applied in one’s life and provide for them paths of Christine Caine and Joyce Meyer will help women overcome
success and freedom, that lead to abundant and eternal shame and learn God’s true perspective of how they can receive
life. Proverbs 12:19 teaches that Truth never changes. It is His love. Single Parents will learn from Dr. Kevin Leman how
always timely, applies to us today, and in the future. Truth they can truly and effectively love their children. The truth of the
is connected to God’s changeless character and it is Creation of the world, from Genesis, will unlock answers that
changeless too. anyone can understand. The Good Grief class will present truths
for dealing with the loss of a loved one. Andy Stanley will present
Jesus’ profound statement, “I am the way, the TRUTH, truths on how Christians can have an irresistible witness.
and the life,” recorded in John 14:6, leads us to acknowl-
edge that we can trust the Lord and His Word to guide us Scriptural Truth will be presented in classes for Children, Teens,
in our everyday decisions and life choices. John 8:32 and Adults. Let’s be faithful to put ourselves, our children, and
teaches that Jesus’ truth sets us free! teens, in settings where we keep on learning these unchanging
Biblical truths that will significantly impact our lives in positive
It is said that Wisdom is applied truth. There is a big ways!
difference to being close to truth versus being committed
to it and putting it into practice. True Disciples seek to Lots of Love,
determine truth and live according to it in their personal Pastor Ann
and public lives.
PASTOR ANN HOY
Isaiah 1:16-17 tells us to, “Stop doing wrong, Learn to
do right.” Then our lives will be a reflection of our good PASTOR OF YOUTH AND
and gracious God and how He provides, protects and CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
guides us. Others will see and want what we have in our
relationship with the Lord. The truth will be for them too, FALL 2019| FAITH MATTERS | 5

PRIME TIME

fall 2019 | Starting Sept. 25 | 6:30pm-8pm

pre-k childcare & children’s ministry available

“LIVING WITH CONFIDENCE IN A CHAOTIC WORLD” process of living without the other, under- parents understand that they are not alone
standing the stages of grief can be helpful
- by Dr. David Jeremiah (denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and in the challenges they face. Parents will
then acceptance). God can give hope. God is
Led by Pastors Jeff and Ann Hoy. Dr. David find practical, Biblically sound guidance
near, and comfort can be found.
Jeremiah will show you what to do to stay on being loving, caring, and effective
“FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY”- by DAVE RAMSEY
confident in Christ amidst the chaos and parents to their children. These six sessions
Led by Kevin and Jes Endy. This 9 week
conflict of the present day. With the Biblical DVD series has benefited many individuals focus on: Bringing stability to children by
and couples as they learn how to manage
principles discussed here, you will be firmly their money in a way that brings stability. helping parents get their own lives in
The kit must be purchased in advance in the
rooted in the truth of God's Word and have a church bookstore. order, Learning to forgive one's ex-spouse

roadmap to follow when times are tumultu- “UNASHAMED” - BY CHRISTINE CAINE Led by and opening the door to healthy relation-

ous. Be encouraged that when Christ returns, Dianne Thompson and Rosemary White ships, Relating to one's ex-spouse with
FOR WOMEN ONLY
all the chaos will disappear. In the meantime, Bestselling author and speaker, Christine grace and maturity instead of retaliation
Caine, helps you overcome past guilt and
find peace in this promise. live an unashamed life. Shame can take on and bitterness, Developing positive
many forms. It hides in the shadows of the
“IRRESISTABLE/HOW TO BE RICH” most successful, confident and high-achiev- self-esteem in kids so they can gain a sense
ing woman who struggles with balancing her
- by ANDY STANLEY work and children, as well as in the heart of of confidence and belonging, Teaching
the broken, abused and downtrodden woman
Emilio Barcelos will lead these two series, by who has been told that she will never amount kids to be respectful, responsible, and
to anything. Shame hides in plain sight and
Andy Stanley. Once upon a time there was can hold us back in ways we do not realize. resourceful through "reality discipline",
In Unashamed, Christine reveals the often
a version of our faith that was practically...ir- hidden consequences of shame—in her own and, Relating to your children according to
life and the lives of so many Christian wom-
resistible. Today, we need to consider the en—and invites you to join her in moving their unique, God-given personalities.
from a shame-filled to a shame-free life. She
faith modeled by our first-century brothers will lead you into God’s Word where you “OUR SECRET PARADISE” - BY JIMMY EVANS
will see for yourself how to believe that God
and sisters who had no official Bible, no is bigger than your mistakes, your inadequa- Led by Xavier and Roily Jamardo
cies, your past, and your limitations. He is
status, and humanly speaking, little chance of not only more powerful than anything When most couples think of paradise, they
you’ve done but also stronger than anything
survival. What made their message so ever done to you. God has a powerful dream of peace and pleasure. For many,
purpose and destiny He wants you to fulfill.
compelling, so defensible, so irresistable? In marriage is the complete opposite, full of
“SINGLE PARENTING THAT WORKS”
this six-session video study, you will see a conflict and disappointment. Even if you’re
- by DR. KEVIN LEMAN
faith that, against all odds, initiated a chain of “out of love,” it is possible to have a
Led by Greg Spencer.
events, resulting in the most significant and Single Parenting that Works is a 6-lesson marriage that is secure and satisfying. In
study designed to encourage single parents
extensive cultural transformation the world to build healthy relationships with their “Our Secret Paradise,” you’ll discover
ex-spouses and to raise their children to love
has ever seen. We must embrace this same and honor the Lord. This study will help that marriage can become a healing

faith if we are to be salt and light in an journey. Jimmy Evans will show you: How

increasingly dark world. In “How to be to resolve conflict and have lasting peace,

Rich,” Andy redefines what wealth is, how to The key to renewing passion and intimacy,

use it, and helps you practice being rich so How to have deep friendship and partner-

you will be good at it. The early church ship, The right response when your spouse

generously gave to those who could not give hurts you, and How your marriage can

anything in return. Jesus could not have been thrive during hard times. Paradise is within

any clearer. It’s not what you have that reach. Your relationship can fulfill the

matters. It’s what you do with it that will desires of your heart. Create your own

count for you or against you in the kingdom secret paradise today.

of heaven. TEN BASICS EVERY CREATIONIST MUST KNOW

“GOOD GRIEF” Led by John and Donna Griffin/Bob and

Led by Harold Abramson, Wendy Price, and Brenda Brant. Every Christian

Ginny Jesinski The loss of a loved who stands unashamedly on the authority

one may be the hardest life change anyone of God’s Word should be ready to show

can ever experience. Whether the death is a how the Bible unlocks our understanding

sudden loss or one after an illness, the surviv- of the world. Yet certain questions seem to

ing partner is left alive in a familiar yet devas- stump Christians more than other ques-

tated world. As that person begins the tions. Thankfully, when you accept the

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join a class // learn // grow // connect

plain teaching of Scripture and build your Adult Sunday School Classes Men’s Weekly Study
thinking upon it, the basic answers are
surprisingly simple.The nuts and bolts of 9AM SERVICE Saturdays | 8:30am | Room 207 in Worship Center
the answers to ten of the most-asked Calling all men. We meet for supportive fellow-
questions that confuse Christians will be Sisters in the Lord ship, self-awareness, and to learn to be better
covered. More in-depth answers are readi- husbands and fathers. Call Paul Hanson at
ly available in resources written by (For Women Only) This class is led by 253-4998 or Scott Fairchild at 255-5063 for more
creationist experts, but this is a great place Holly Wesche and welcomes all ladies to information.
to start. In this special series, highly quali- grow closer in relationship and in the
fied speakers and researchers with Word. A new study “Jesus the One and BIBLE STUDY FELLOWSHIP FOR MEN - MONDAYS AT
Answers in Genesis–USA give concise Only,” by Beth Moore, has just started. 6:45PM - FELLOWSHIP HALL
answers to questions on a level anyone can This class meets at 9am in Room 207.
understand, and... This international Bible Study Fellowship meets
Digging Deeper every Monday evening. As a class member, you
BE ON THE LOOKOUT... will spend time in personal study of the Scriptures
This is an ongoing Bible class, led by Allen each week. On class night, you will join other men
Donna Griffin is coordinating an upcom- Draa. Join them as they study the compari- in a small-group discussion of the lesson and learn
ing trip (date to be announced) to the Ark son study of the Gospels of Matthew, from a teaching leader how the truths of Scripture
Encounter, featuring a full-size Noah’s Mark, Luke, and John. This class meets at can be applied to daily life. You will leave class
Ark. This “one of a kind” themed attrac- 9am in Room 209. with comprehensive lesson notes, which teach
tion brings to life the Ark of Noah’s day further on the passage you studied, and lesson
and equips visitors to understand the 10:45AM SERVICE questions for the following week.
reality of the events recorded in the book
of Genesis. This trip also includes a visit to Faith Builders LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY - TUESDAYS - 9AM - RM. 207
the Creation Museum. This museum
shows why God´s infallible Word, rather Tom Vazquez and Kathy Munnich are Join Jill Weber and Becky Durrance as they lead
than man´s faulty assumptions, is the place leading this intergenerational class. They “A Journey in the Book of Acts.”
to begin if we want to make sense of our are currently studying, The Gospel of
world. Both attractions are in Kentucky, Luke.” This 10:45am class meets in Room LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY - TUESDAYS - 6:30PM - RM. 207
207.
just 45 minutes from each other. Join L. A. Waelti as she leads, “A Chronological
Marriage Enrichment Class Study Through the Bible.”
KIDS‘ TIME
Join the Bradshaws, Toms, and Hansons as LADIES’ BIBLE STUDY - EVERY OTHER TUESDAY
Kids will be doing a study of creation. they lead couples in this ongoing class to 9:30AM IN ROTATING HOMES
deeper, more meaningful and loving
(K-5th) relationships through God’s Word. On Join Vi Morris as she leads a study of Ephesians.
September 8, they are starting a new study, Please contact Vi at [email protected].
“Cherish: The One Word that Changes
Everything for Your Marriage”, by best
selling author, Gary Thomas. This
10:45am class meets in Room 204.

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FREE FAMILY

Wear Your Bring 2 Bags of
Favorite Costume! Candy to Share!

Friday, October 18, 2019 6:00pm - 8:30pm

6:00pm Crafts, Cookie Decorating and Games
6:30pm Candy Collecting
6:45pm Movie Begins (Title TBA)

ANNEX
OPEN HOUSE

Happy Birthday

Jesus!

A CHRISTMAS PARTY FOR THE KING OF KINGS!

Saturday December 14 10AM

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FFC

MISSION IS-POSSIBLE XX

PARENTS’ NIGHT | Sunday, Oct 6| 7pm MISSION IS-POSSIBLE XX

Parents of teens who are new to Youth Group, can learn all ‘LIVE To GIVE’ was the
about our ministries, fundraisers, and opportunities to volun- perfect logo to be seen on 130
teer in Room 204. Get all of your questions answered. bright yellow shirts for MIP
XX. That is exactly what this
FUNDRAISERS FOR SUMMER CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS: impressive group of youth and
adults did, as they faithfully
RUMMAGE sale | Friday-saturday, OCT 25-26 served by painting three
houses and ten public school
Please donate the following items: sports equipment, lawn classrooms, and holding a beautiful Vacation Bible School at
His Place Ministries for 92 children, with 50 of them receiving
equipment, working electronics, furniture, shoes, clothing, Christ for the first time. The missionaries learned the truth of
Acts 20:35 that ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive,’ as they
home décor books, movies, lamps, baby items, toys, working also distributed 100 Box dinners and toiletry packages on ‘Feed
the Hungry night’, painted the FFC Annex decking, and built a 50
appliances, plants, linens and baked goods. Old computer foot long retaining wall with 200 eighty pound bags of rip-rap
concrete. Four people were baptized, and over $3000 was raised
monitors or old TV’s are not accepted. In order to raise funds through the Silent Auction to sponsor the building of our 5th
fresh water well in Uganda, Africa, giving our local mission an
to be used for retreats and camp, be sure to get your family’s international impact. Special thanks to all who helped and gave
donations: Richard’s Paints, Planet Smoothie, Pizza Gallery, The
initials registered through the church office and sign up to Seven Mission Mamas, as well as those who sponsored students,
donated baked goods and drove children!
work the sale. General donation items (non-initialed) can be
WELCOME
stored in the church POD. Money made from these dona- 2020 CAMP DIRECTORS

tions go directly to partial scholarships for students in need. Junior High:
Deanne Draa, Jesus Pino
CINDErellA TICKET SALES
Senior High:
Order your CVP tickets after all weekend services for Sept. Robin Gill, Greg Lambert

20 through Oct. 6 shows.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Fall Rummage Sale - October 25-26 Sixth
Fall Retreat – November 22-24 graders
Winter Rummage Sale – February 7-8 join Youth
Spring Retreat – March 27-29 Group on
Spring Rummage Sale – April 24-25 September 15.
Summer Camp – June 7-12 5pm-8pm

Mission Is-Possible XXI – June 21-26

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THIS IS2TH0E1FF9C YOUTH MINISTRY PAGE
Youth
Fall Retreat: 2019
“Unknown Territory” Summer Camp
Joshua 1:9 Recap

FFC FALL RETREAT 2019

november 22-24| Camp Kulaqua, HIGH SPRINGS, FL

Fall is in the air…such a beautiful time of year to visit

North Florida for Fall Retreat! Pastor Ann will be taking

the Youth Ministry for a wonderful fall adventure, gather-

ing at FFC at 3pm on Friday, and returning Sunday at

5pm. With horseback riding, the “Tower of Faith” zip

line, “Leap of Faith” free fall, canoes, lots of outdoor

activities, great food, hayride, s’mores and hot chocolate

around the campfire, practical teaching sessions and

incredible worship. Don’t miss this weekend 6th-12th grade.

We are pleased to welcome our speaker, Chris Dotson. We can’t wait ‘til Summer Camp 2020!
Chris is the Youth Minister of
SUMMER CAMP 2019 REPORT: SURVIVOR
Idlewild Baptist Church, in
Cell phones. Internet. Peer pressure. Our youth are burdened
Lutz, Florida. Five years ago, with a society that demands instant gratification. This summer,
we took a break from the stresses of everyday life to appreciate
God allowed him to marry his that there is so much more that God has planned for us. We are
the chosen generation. The Bible doesn’t say that those who love
best friend, Rachel. In August, Jesus will have an easy life with no worries. We have to learn to
Survive in a world filled with pressure by fixing our eyes on
they welcomed their new baby Jesus. The good news is that God promises to face our trials with
us. We aren’t alone.
girl, Rosie, into their lives.
Speaker, Brian Burgess, shared the struggles throughout his life
Chris enjoys reading, being revealing that perseverance in the name of the Lord not only
deepens faith, but leads to the crown of life. The Set Free Band
with family and friends, Chris Dotson rocked Praise and Worship. Pastor Ann’s solid messages in the
Holy Hut, teach-me-groups, jet skis, afternoon Survivor games,
watching college football, and, above all, telling Youth and evening events kept us busy. Three Hundred Forty-Four
attended Survivor Camp. Thirty-four gave their lives to Christ.
about God’s saving grace. In the end, we did more than Survive. We prevailed.

Leading Worship is Set Free Band. They are a modern “Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having
rock worship band whose aim is to declare the freeing stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the
power of Christ in the Gospel. The band has a passion for Lord has promised to those who love him.” - James 1:12
seeing youth proclaim the power of Christ and the Beauty
of Jesus in song. In addition to leading worship at confer- FALL 2019| FAITH MATTERS | 11
ences and retreats around the nation, Set Free Band has a
burden to end human trafficking in our communities. The
band has served multiple public schools in Central Florida,
focusing on awareness and prevention of this problem.

FFC Music Ministry

As we head into the fall season, our worship ministry begins to ramp up to bring special things to our services during both the
Holiday season and the 2020 Winter Conference. In addition to our weekly worship team, including both vocalists and band, we
add our seasonal choir. This year we are looking for many new people to join us as we sing and worship during a special Christmas
outreach weekend December 7-8. Our choral ensemble is open to all adults and students ages 13 and older. Instrumentalists are
always being sought for both the weekend services and these special events. There is a place for you. If you are interested, please
e-mail our worship arts staff at:

Mike Law at [email protected]
Karen Daniels at [email protected]

Our first rehearsal will be announced soon. Please plan to be a part of this exciting season.

Sing to the LORD a new song,
for he has done marvelous things;
his right hand and his holy arm

have worked salvation for him.
The LORD has made his salvation known
and revealed his righteousness to the nations.

Psalms 98:1-2

MICHAEL LAW
WORSHIP PASTOR

Veteran’s Recognition Weekend
November 9-10

Veteran’s Ensemble

The Music Ministry is excited to announce that we are putting together a Veteran’s Ensemble for Veteran’s Recognition Week-
end. If you are a veteran of any branch of the U.S. military, and you would like to be a part of this ensemble, please contact Karen
Daniels at [email protected]. It would be an honor to have you singing in this special ensemble.

In honor and in memory of our fallen, missing, or imprisoned military service members, we are also going to have a “Missing
Man Table” in our Worship Center during Veteran’s Recognition Weekend. If you have a military uniform hat, that we could
borrow to place on the table, please contact Pam DePietro at [email protected]. We will handle your hat
with care and return it to you the following week.

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ONE LIFE TO LIVE | ONE LIFE TO GIVE

FOOD NEEDED FOR THANKSGIVING BASKETS:
DRIVE Canned Yams (150 cans)
Cranberry Sauce (75 cans)
Green Beans (150 cans)
Corn (150 cans)
Cream of Mushroom Soup (150)
Durkee Onion Rings (75 cans)
Instant Potatoes (150 pkgs.)
Non-perishable Pie Crusts (75)
Pumpkin or Apple Pie Filling (75)
Turkey Gravy (150 cans or jars)
Corn Bread Mix (75 pkgs.)
Stuffing (150 pkgs.)
Aluminum Turkey Pans (75)
Fall Dish Towels (75)

NOVEMBER 9-10 | FFC fills baskets with food NEEDED FOR FOOD PANTRY:
Canned Meat
items for families to prepare a traditional Canned Soups
Thanksgiving dinner. There are more than 75 Canned Fruit and Applesauce
families within our Church and Academy in Canned Vegetables
need of this provision. Tuna Juice Oatmeal Cereal
Peanut Butter and Jelly
FFC also collects food for our food Macaroni and Cheese
pantry and the Suntree/Viera Association of Pasta Sauce, parmesan cheese, pasta
Churches’ Food Bank. Thank you to all who
contribute so generously.
Hamburger and Tuna Helper
Canned Pasta Dishes
Small Sugar and Condiments
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD Children’s Snacks (pudding, cookies, etc.)
Make a difference in the life of a child Brownie Mixes, Cake Mixes, Frosting
across the world. Pick up boxes in the lobby Bar Soap, Toothpaste, Deodorant, etc.
Diapers (all sizes)
October 26-27, November 2-3, and Novem-
ber 9-10. The deadline for returning filled
boxes to the church is November 17. To
sponsor a child, fill a shoebox with age HIS PLACE DRIVE
appropriate gifts and return unwrapped with The His Place Christmas Store for needy kids
$9 for shipping. You may get a label in the will be open this year in mid December. Con-
church lobby to place on the shoebox when tribute a new toy for children, age infant
you return it this weekend. NO CANDY OR through teenager. Please bring unwrapped
TOOTHPASTE can go in the boxes due to toys to the Worship Center on December 7-8,
new regulations. 14-15.

ANGEL TREE BACK PACKS - THANK YOU!

If you or someone you know within our FFC FFC collected 57 back packs and school
family needs gifts for their children, please supplies for our own FFC and FFA children,
fill out a request form in the lobby the week- as well as children in the community. Please
end of November 16-17, or call Pam in the remember to pray for the children who are
church office by Tuesday, November 19 to carrying these back packs. Thank you to all
make a request. Requests are completely who donated!
confidential. The Angel Tree will be in the
lobby November 23-24. Each angel has a
Christmas gift request for a child in our
church. Please sign out one of these angels
and return the gift in a gift bag with the
angel tag attached, to the church office by
December 8. What a blessing to brighten the
lives of these children and their parents!

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DON’t MISS THE FFC

WINTER CONFERENCE!

JANUARY 24-25, 2020

A FOUR PART SERIES

FRIDAY 7PM SATURDAY 6PM
SUNDAY 9AM & 10:45am

FRIDAY 6PM FREE DINNER

SATURDAY 8:30AM PRAYER BREAKFAST

Our 2020 Winter Conference speaker will be Steven Barr, Pastor
of Cast Member Church at Walt Disney World. CMC is a church
plant of the Evangelical Free Church of America reaching the
people from around the world who come to work at the Disney
Parks. Seven years ago, Steven and his family made a commitment
to be a light of hope to those who knew little or nothing about
Jesus. They purposed to build a community among the 74,000 cast
members that make the magic happen at the four major theme parks, two water parks, 24 hotels, golf courses, and campground that
constitute what we know as Disney. Steven Barr has done groundbreaking work in developing missional communities within the
"city" of Disney, where work schedules often prevent traditional church involvement. Steven Barr and members of Cast Member
Church are deeply involved in intercessory prayer-walking within the Disney Parks with a goal to have believers praying in every
park, 365 days a year.
Steven Barr is the author of "A Guide to a Life Beyond Imagination," which focuses on the "Quest Compass," a tool for evange-
lism and spiritual guidance that is transferable into almost any situation or friendship. Make plans now for this exciting weekend!

MAKE YOUR CHRISTMAS GIFT SHOPPING EASIER. COME SHOP AT THE FFC MARKETPLACE!
COME TO THE
The FFC Marketplace will make gift giving a little easier this
FFC Christmas. We will have many vendors displaying diverse gift
items in the Worship Center Lobby. All proceeds from vendors’
Saturday, Dec. 7 fees will benefit the FFC Youth.
9am-1pm
If you are a vendor and interested in being part of the
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 7 * 9AM-1PM marketplace, please contact Sharon Miner by e-mail at
[email protected] by Sept. 30. The fee is
FELLOWSHIP HALL $20 per table.

Don’t miss this unique and festive shopping experience!

MINISTRY FOR YOUNG ADULTS | TUESDAYS at 7PM

LifeLine is committed to preparing young adults for the spiritual and personal struggles of life, in college and into
the future. The goal is to establish and strengthen our relationship with the Lord through a community that holds
each other accountable in the Spirit. Come for Praise and Worship, recreation, dinner, and a great Bible lesson.

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speaking truth

One thing that can be said of the Bible is that it is full of truths. These truths cover every aspect of our lives, not just our spiritual lives but
our personal lives as well. As I read through the Bible, I am reminded of the truth that Scripture reveals pertaining to finances. Even though
these verses were written over 2,000 years ago, in a different era, with an economy that was based upon completely different principles, these
words still ring true.

In today's world, it seems there isn’t much good news with reference to personal finances. Many people are stretched thin and money is tight.
According to some recent polls, only 39% of Americans are able to cover the cost of a $1,000 emergency, and 21% of Americans have no
savings for retirement. The Bible, however, reveals things that most financial advisors are sharing with clients today. The common advice today
is to budget for your expenditures and to live within that budget. One of the key elements of that advice is to make sure that your budget
includes emergency funds and money for retirement. I understand that there are varying reasons for people neglecting to save, and it is not
always due to poor financial planning. I do know that the Bible talks about this phenomenon evident in today economy. Ecclesiastes 5:10-11
gives us some insight into this:

10 He who loves money will not be satisfied with money, nor he who loves wealth with his income; this also is vanity. 11 When goods
increase, they increase who eat them, and what advantage has their owner but to see them with his eyes?

David Guzik explains these Scriptures this way: “What is worse than the addiction that money brings, is the emptiness it leaves.” He contin-
ues with, “Friends and flatterers will flock to a rich man, as crows do to a dead carcass, not to defend, but to devour.”

Scripture tells us that money will not bring us any happiness, and in reality, the people drawn to our money are mainly there to consume it.
Proverbs 21:20 goes on to tell us that:

Precious treasure and oil are in a wise man’s dwelling, but a foolish man devours it.
Proverbs 28:20 tells us:

A faithful man will abound with blessings, but whoever hastens to be rich will not go unpunished.

So as hard and direct as these Scriptures are, they do reveal truths. First is that money and wealth will not bring us happiness and satisfaction.
Secondly, people will seek us out because of our wealth, not to help us, but devour our wealth. Thirdly, if we are foolish with the blessing and
abundance that God has given us, we devour it and waste it. Lastly, if we make it “our” desire to gain wealth, then we will ultimately fail.

Wealth is not a bad thing, but having the wrong attitude, or obsessing over it, can cause us problems. When this happens, it also becomes a
hindrance in our spiritual life. If we are wise and faithful, then we open up the ability for God to show abundant blessing in our lives.

My hope is that you take this advice from Scripture, and be wise and faithful with the blessing that God has given to you. Paul in 2 Corinthi-
ans 8:7 admonishes the Corinthians:

But as you excel in everything—in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in all earnestness, and in our love for you—see that you excel in this
act of grace also.

This act of grace that Paul is talking about it the act of giving generously. By Paul using the word grace to describe
financial giving, he is adding meaning and importance to our giving. As David Guzik explains it:

a. Our ability to give and the heart to give is a free gift from God. Giving is a work of God’s grace in us.
b. Our giving should be like God’s giving of grace to us: giving freely, generously, because you want to give.
c. Our giving, like God’s grace to us, should be offered without expectation of payment in return.
d. By centering our giving in this lovely word grace, it lifts the whole act away from mechanics, pressure,

duty, obligation, and legalism.

What a beautiful description of our giving! The truth revealed in all of this is that we give, not out of duty or obliga-

tion, but we give because it is a reflection of God’s love and grace for us. We are faithful in our giving and are good PASTOR PAUL W. REECE
stewards of His blessing because it shows others the love of Christ in our heart and the change that His redemptive work executive pastor

has done for us.

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this week at ffc MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

saturday SEPTEMBER

6pm worship service 25 PRIME TIME BEGINS
28 beth moore simulcast
sunday

9am & 10:45am worship service
11am spanish worship service
5pm-8pm Youth group (6th-12th grade) OCTOBER
5pm-7pm kids club (K - 5th grade)
7pm-8pm learning to use the bible (3rd-4th grade) 6 welcome luncheon

tuesday prayer 18 family movie night
ladies bible study 2NW4e-e2wl5cotmofeaFlLFluCnr?cuhmeCmoonamgeeGsejatotloieknnouw sth!e
8am food pantry Pastors, staff and
9am lifeline young adult Sunday, October 6 leaders.
5pm-6:30pm ministry
7pm ladies’ bible study NOVEMBER 12:15pm in the
6:30pm Lobby.
22-24 youth fall retChriledcAatre is
provided.

wednesday december

6:30pm Prime time classes (start Sept. 25) 7 Christmas marketplace

thursday spanish service 7-8 special christmas music
mens’ bible study we l1iv4estream oubrirsutnhdadyasyerpvaicre mtyessfaogre ajte9s:2u0sam &
7:30pm
11:15am. you can also watch recorded messages and
saturday give online through our website and the ffc app.

8:30am