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victory from apparent defeat soccer camp
worship camp
Pastor Marty Berglund
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marriage matters snow (special needs outreach & witness)

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where are you? youth

Laurie Berglund Students grades 5 through 12

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our graduates summer intensives

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news & notes venture
endeavor
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children
singles
Babies through Fourth Graders

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the avenue

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be the bridge WORSHIP SERVICES

22 Saturday: 6:00 p.m.
Sunday: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.
women
Nurseries and classes are provided
25 during every service for babies
through fourth graders. Ask a
men greeter for directions to classes.

26 Interpretation for the hearing
impaired is available during the
sage builders, daytime 11:00 a.m. Sunday service.

27 NEW TO FAC?

outreach book drive Stop by the Guest Services area
after worship services. Get some
28 coffee and snacks and find out
more about FAC.
missions: fasa
PRAYER LINE
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If you have a prayer request, call
god@work 609-953-7333, x308. Share this
number with your family and friends
Adam Connor who have needs.

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care groups

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facts & figures

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VICTORY FROM APPARENT DEFEAT

Dear Church Family, rise to power in Egypt; of David being To me, the dreams in my heart and mind
considered insignificant but beating about having a café at FAC where people
Throughout Scripture, there are patterns Goliath; and of Elijah being defeated by experience true fellowship and gather
to the way God works. I’ll never forget a more than 400 prophets of Baal, but together like a real family of God was
sermon I heard when I was in seminary. then God defeated the prophets with a a vision God gave me years ago. The
It was given by a Biblical scholar named miraculous fire. ingredient of fellowship is greatly needed
Zane Hodges who wanted us to see in our fast-paced society where we don’t
one of God’s patterns of using apparent Professor Hodges went on, leading up to take the time to build relationships that
defeat to highlight His victory. Professor Jesus, who was apparently defeated on will help us grow in our walk with God.
Hodges began in Genesis and went the cross, but three days later was raised
through the entire Bible in just a few from the dead. So, when God called Paul and Peg Ferraro
minutes, referring to story after story to start a café in our church, I felt this
about how God brought great victory I remember thinking “Wow, this is was truly God answering prayers. But
from what looked like defeat. He added amazing and that must be the end of the after a year and a half of having a great
that often what seems like defeat in our sermon.” But, it was not the end at all! café, it became apparent that there are
lives is used by God later to show His The sermon went on to show the same challenges that we need to work out.
glory through a victory. pattern in the New Testament with the
disciples, the churches, and the building That’s when God brought to my mind
Professor Hodges referred to the entire of God's Kingdom. Zane Hodges’ sermon from many years
world being destroyed by God through ago about how God works. He often
a flood because of its debauchery ― a Professor Hodges even referred to the works His greatest victory through the
defeat. But God's rescuing of Noah and two witnesses predicted to be involved in death of a vision. He then resurrects the
his family to carry on creation is a victory. the End Times in the book of Revelation. vision with more clarity and direction
He told of Abraham being promised They were powerful spokesmen for than ever.
by God that his descendants would be the Gospel who were killed by ruthless
blessed for generations to come, but people ― apparently defeated, but then I really believe God wants us to have a
then Abraham and Sarah were not able God raised them from the dead. Finally, café, and all the elders and staff agree.
to have children. All along God had a plan he showed us all how the same pattern But, how it’s done, the way we operate,
to enable them to have a child in their appears with the Church and Christ and the procedures for using it all need to
extremely old age. setting up His Kingdom in glory. be spelled out clearly and managed well.
We have learned a lot in a short period
He spoke of Joseph being defeated God always has and always will give the of time about how to better run a café.
by his brothers and the victory of his victory in the end. Most important, we also learned that

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God wants to put it together for us and marriage matters Join Our
clearly lead the way. Team
SAVE THE DATE!
Remember the children of Israel being OCTOBER 5 & 6 Would you like to
rescued out of slavery in Egypt? Do you join our team and
remember how after being afflicted by God can turn any marriage into a masterpiece. be a part of the
10 plagues, the Egyptians sent them off fun? We have lots
with gifts to get them to leave? That was Every marriage is unique, expressed by the colorful of opportunities
a true miracle, but then Pharaoh changed personalities of each spouse and textured by the for volunteers,
his mind. Now, what looked like a vision circumstances at play in their lives. Blending these to and we would
for freedom put together by God seemed make marriage work is a divinely inspired art form that is love to have you
like a clear defeat that would end in challenging to master but definitely worth the effort. join us! Go to
death and captivity. But God parted the www.myfac.org/
Red Sea for the Israelites and then let For more than three decades, FamilyLife has been helping couples to see
the water come back on the Egyptian couples discover God’s plan for relationships, and we are what’s available.
army. Out of what looked like defeat, the thrilled to share that they are coming to FAC to spend
Israelites were given complete freedom some time with us. On October 5, beginning at 7:00 p.m.,
and victory! and October 6, beginning at 8:30 a.m., FamilyLife will be
presenting “The Art of Marriage”!
I believe God will do a miraculous work
in our café in the next few months and This conference has so much to offer couples in all stages
years and take us to victory. and conditions of marriage. Whether you are engaged, in
the early years of marriage, or planning your 75th wedding
Please join me in trusting God for the anniversary, please join us as we work through:
future. After many discussions, the café
leadership and the FAC Elder Board have Love Happens: God’s Purpose and Plan
mutually decided to temporarily suspend Love Fades: Overcoming Isolation
operations until the fall. Oh, coffee and Love Dances: Fulfilling our Responsibilities
“grab and go” snacks will still be available. Love Interrupted: Communication and Conflict
Love Sizzles: Experiencing Real Intimacy
Thank you for your love and support. Love Always: Leaving a Lasting Legacy

Love never fails, We encourage you to put this on your calendar! You do not
need to attend FAC to participate. Please note: Childcare will
Marty Berglund, Senior Pastor not be provided. More information, including registration
and cost, will be available next month.

If you have questions, send an e-mail to
[email protected].

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Last month, I wrote about how God has used books So when His beloved creatures chose to break the
over the years to shape my spiritual development. relationship, God went looking for them. Why? Because He is
Some of you shared what your favorite books have a lover and a pursuer. And His first words to them after they
been on the journey so I’m going to tell you about sinned were not, “What have you done?” ― which is what I
one of mine! In terms of development, one of the best books definitely said to my children when they disobeyed! Instead
I’ve read this year has been Union with Christ, by Rankin He asked, “Where are you?” Why did He ask them that?
Wilbourne. Our friend who works for Cook Publishing sent Because He wanted to be with them!! And He wanted them
it to me for my birthday last fall. I loved it so much that I to recognize that they were choosing to hide from Him.
ordered a copy for Marty, and now he’s been sharing it with
all of you because it “just happens” to be a perfect fit with In Union with Christ, Rankin says, “’Where are you?’ That
the current sermon series on Ephesians! may be the best three-word summary of the Bible in the
Bible. The whole rest of the book is the unfolding narrative
In the introduction to the book, John Ortberg talks about of God’s relentless pursuit to restore humanity to His original
development and says that as American Believers, we have intent ― unbroken, unhindered communion with Him and
come to think of it as “optional extra-credit work for spiritual with one another.”
overachievers” ― as though spiritual development is for
those who just happen to have extra time on their hands! So learning to live in Christ, abide in Him, recognize that I am
But he makes clear ― as Marty has been trying to do these hidden in Christ ― all that is where I am living right now. And
last few months ― that spiritual development is essential for this book ― along with the book of Ephesians ― is helping
all of us who call ourselves Believers. He says that if we don’t me begin to move this reality from my head to my heart,
desire to develop and grow, then the truth is, we’re not really which the author says turns out to be the longest journey in
desiring Christ. our development!

The good news is that Christ deeply desires us. And that’s I hope you are putting yourself in a good place to be
one of the beautiful things about Scripture. From beginning developed by taking Marty’s challenge ― reading Ephesians
to end, it reveals how deeply God desires a relationship every day and showing up to worship with
with us. In the Garden of Eden, things were as God originally your church family every weekend. And if
intended them ― man, woman, and Him ― living in perfect you want extra credit, you can always read
harmony, walking and talking in intimate communion. And it the Union with Christ book!
wasn’t just Adam and Eve who enjoyed that fellowship. God
enjoyed it too! Laurie loves to receive comments! Send an
e-mail to Laurie, [email protected].

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COLLEGE
GRADUATES

Amanda Kirstynn Bonsall Allison Foering Carl K. Vogel Jr.
Bazigian
Parents: Todd & Dawn Bonsall Parents: Jeff & Kathy Foering Parents: Carl & Marge Vogel
Parents: Pastor Doug & School: Harvard University School of
Mary Bazigian School: Gettysburg College, Bachelor of School: Liberty University, Bachelor of Business, Master’s Degree
School: Liberty University, Plans: Product Manager for Google at
Bachelor’s Degree in Arts in English with Minor in Education Science in Nursing either Mountain View, California, or
Industrial/Organizational Zurich, Switzerland
Psychology Plans: To pursue a career as an English Plans: Getting married June 3 and will
Plans: Working
teacher while concurrently earning pursue a career in nursing

her Master’s Degree in Educational

Leadership

HIGH SCHOOL Hunter Abbey Eddie Bober Jaxson Bonsall
GRADUATES
Grandparents: Diane & Hagen Rust Parents: Ed & Tracey Bober Parents: Todd & Dawn Bonsall
School: Shawnee High School School: The King’s Christian School
Plans: Rowan College at Burlington Plans: Concord University, WV; School: BCIT (Medford)
County; Psychology Elementary Education
Plans: Virginia Tech; Naval Architecture
and Marine Engineering
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HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES

Andrew Borsky Samuel Brendle Abigail F. Calisterio Camryn Colon

Parents: Mark & Jill Borsky Parents: Pastor Brent & Beth Brendle Parents: Tom and Ana Calisterio Parents: Nancy & Andy Colon
School: Shawnee High School School: Seneca High School School: Cherry Hill East High School School: RV Regional High School
Plans: University of South Florida, Plans: Rowan College at Burlington Plans: Accepted to Rowan College at Plans: Virginia Tech; Engineering
Tampa; Biomedical Sciences County; Computer Science, Writing Burlington County

Lisa Diaczynsky Chloe Lynne Fetterolf Julia L. Firicano Jacob R. Fueger

Parents: Thomas and Anna Diaczynsky Parents: Paul & Eileen Fetterolf Parents: Frank & Leslie Firicano; Parents: Eric & Katie Fueger

School: Seneca High School School: Shawnee High School Debra Firicano School: RV Regional High School

Plans: Liberty University, VA; Plans: Rizzieri Aveda School; School: Shawnee High School Plans: Liberty University, VA; Mechanical

Biomedical Sciences Cosmetology Plans: Coastal Carolina University, SC; Engineering

Early Childhood Education

Joshua Harris David Horn Daniela Fay Howard Christian Iannuzzelli

Parents: Jesse & Christine Harris Parents: David & Jane Horn Parents: Charles & Anabel Howard Parents: Charles & Andie Iannuzzelli
School: BCIT (Medford) School: Holy Cross High School School: Shawnee High School School: Shawnee High School
Plans: Rowan College Burlington Plans: Rowan College at Burlington Plans: Rowan College at Burlington Plans: Penn State; Air Force ROTC,
County; Engineering County County, then Belmont University; Chemistry, Arabic
Music Business
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NEWS & NOTES

Emma Grace King Jana Krihak Volunteer Intern Needed for

Parents: Ryan & Melissa King Parents: Paul & Heidi Krihak the Missions Team
School: Seneca High School School: RV Regional High School
Plans: Towson University, MD; Plans: Messiah College, PA; Have a heart for missions? Want to make a difference
Special Education International Business in local, regional, and global ministries? The missions
team needs an intern to assist with its administrative
and communications functions, including office
management, support for the Missions Director,
website management, and promotion of FAC Missions
via social media.

A further description of the position can be found
at www.myfac.org/missions. For more information,
contact Pastor Suresh Thomas, [email protected].

Christian Morgan Matthew Ross Birth Announcement

Parents: Phil & Gail Morgan Parents: David & Jodi Ross Dennis and Christine Gwin announce the birth of their
School: Cherokee High School School: Shawnee High School daughter, Isabella Marie Gwin, born on March 31. Dennis
Plans: Liberty University, VA; Criminal Plans: Penn State University, PA; and Christine say that they are "proud that God has given
Justice Biology/Pre-Med them such an amazing gift."

Share Your News!

If you have an engagement, wedding, graduation, or birth
announcement you would like to share with the church
family, send an e-mail to Lynn Guise, [email protected], by
the 5th of the month prior to publication date.

Jake Tyndale Joey Valvo Prayer Line

Parents: Rob & Jill Tyndale Parent: Deb Valvo The FAC Prayer Team has a prayer line for anyone who
School: RV Regional High School School: Cherokee High School has prayer requests. Call 609-953-7333, x308. Share this
Plans: Wingate University, North Plans: Rowan Burlington County College; number with your family and friends who have needs.
Carolina; Sports Management and Web Design and Development
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CHILDREN’S PRESCHOOL NEWS: AGE 25 MONTHS THROUGH KINDERGARTEN 
MINISTRIES
Memory Verse:
Babies through Grade 4 “Show me the right path, O Lord; point out the road for me to follow.”
Psalm 25:4
nursery
We’re on Facebook!
held during all worship services Request to follow our page: facebook.com/groups/facpreschool.

• Infants (newborns through 14 months) WHAT WE ARE STUDYING THIS MONTH

• Toddlers (15 through 24 months) Week 1 ---------- God’s Word shows us the way to go. (Psalm 119:105)
Week 2 ---------- Jesus teaches us to love one another. (John 13:34-35)
preschool & Week 3 ---------- God says He listens to us when we talk to Him. (Jeremiah 29:12)
elementary Week 4 ---------- People who followed Jesus shared what they had with anyone

• K ID BLAST CHURCH ----------------------------- who needed it. (Acts 2:45)
Age 25 months through Grade 4
Held during all worship services Fellowship Alliance Chapel VBS

• K ID BLAST SUNDAY NIGHT CLUBS August 7 to 9 | 9:00 a.m. to noon
Age 4 through Grade 4
6:00 p.m. at FAC WHO: Children ages three
through entering first grade
snow buddies & What: An amazing and thrilling
resources VBS where children will become
detectives who use the Bible to
for children with special needs solve mysteries about God.
Babies through Grade 8 When: August 7 to 9, 9:00 a.m.
to noon
Held on Sunday mornings at 11:00 Where: FAC Tree House
in the Fellowship Center in Rooms
B-7 and B-8.

contacts

Children's Ministry Director
Justin Wright
[email protected]

Preschool Ministry Coordinator
Meghan Preim
[email protected]

Preschool Volunteer Coordinator
Kristi Peterson
[email protected]

Elementary Intern
Alex Tracey
[email protected]

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ELEMENTARY NEWS: GRADES 1-4 

Memory Verse for the Quarter:
“Jesus said to him, 'I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to
the Father except through me.'” John 14:6

We’re on Facebook!
Request to follow us at facebook.com/groups/elementaryFAC.

WHAT WE ARE STUDYING THIS MONTH
Week 1 ---------- Jesus ascended to heaven (Acts 1:4-14)
Week 2 ---------- A song of thanksgiving (Isaiah 12)
Week 3 ---------- Review of previous lessons about the Life of Jesus
Week 4 ---------- Start of summer curriculum

volunteer spotlight

TONY & JAMIE
PADULESE

In which ministry do you serve? encourages families to serve together. We are extremely
excited and blessed that we are able to serve
We have been serving in the Children’s Elementary as a family in this way and at the same time are able to see
Ministry since 2015. firsthand how our children are growing in the Lord.

How did you get involved? What would you like others to know about
serving in Children’s Ministry?
Our children are in the ministry. We started serving
because we wanted to be a part of their spiritual The thing we would like others to know about serving in
journey as well as encourage others families to do this ministry is that they will learn so much about their
the same. own walk with the Lord through teaching and encouraging
children. It is the most rewarding part of being part of
What do you enjoy most about serving? church when you can show others that Jesus loves them.
The best part is all you have to do is just say yes! You
We enjoy being a part not only of our own children’s don’t need to be a teacher or an expert theologian. All
spiritual journey, but also seeing other children experience you need is the heart of Jesus and to show that love and
the joy of knowing their Father in heaven loves them His love to children.
and cares for them. We love being part of a church that

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CHILDREN'S

Summer Camps

Make Your Plans What will a soccer camp
Now for Summer morning include? Activities for each
Soccer Camp
day include group games, skills training,

message time, various water breaks,

and scrimmaging.

For Boys and Girls entering Grades 1-4 To register, go to www.myfac.org/
events. For more information, contact
Summer Soccer Camp will be held on Alex Tracey, [email protected], or Justin
Monday through Wednesday, July 9 to Wright, [email protected].
11; Thursday, July 12 is the rain date.
Leaders Are Needed
Cost is $35. Location is Lenape High
School, 9:00 to noon. High school students and adults are
needed to help with the FAC Soccer
Why is FAC having Soccer Camp.
Camp? We want to see our kids have
We need your help to make our program
fun on the fields and to learn how to successful again this year!
be more like Jesus as they play. We also
want to give training in soccer skills. If you can commit to any or all of the
mornings, contact Alex Tracey,
What does the fee include? [email protected], or Justin Wright,
[email protected].
Cost is $35.00 and includes a soccer ball,
a camp T-shirt, and training in soccer
skills ― both basic and advanced. Snacks
are also included.

Introducing Summer Worship Camp for
Kids in Grades 1-8!

Complete with exhilarating songs, worship instruction, choreography, and live
readings, this event will be one your kids will love!

Worship Camp begins July 18, from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m., and continues each
consecutive Wednesday through August 15. The final Wednesday will showcase the
kids' talent with a capstone performance in the evening.

The cost is $15 per student, which includes a Worship Camp T-shirt.

To register, go to www.myfac.org/events. If you have any questions or want more
information about Worship Camp, contact Alex Tracey, [email protected].

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Outreach Witness
SNOW

MINISTRY NEWS SPECIAL NEEDS
MINISTRIES
Memory Verse:
"Jesus said to him, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one For Children, Youth, & Adults with
comes to the Father except through me." John 14:6 Special Needs

We’re on Facebook! snow buddies &
Request to follow our page: www.facebook.com/groups/snowFAC. resources program

WHAT WE'RE STUDYING THIS MONTH SNOW Buddies & Resources
meets on Sundays at 11:00 AM
Each month we break our Scripture into sections to cover it entirely and to encourage in the Fellowship Center, Rooms
repetition among everyone for a greater understanding of each verse. At the end of the B-7 and B-8.
month, the class members will not only know the Scripture, but also know how to use it in
prayer. friendship bible class

Week 1 ---------- The Way (John 17:3) grade 9 through adults
Week 2 ---------- The Truth (John 8:31-32)
Week 3 ---------- The Life (John 6:35) The Friendship Bible Class for
Week 4 ---------- My Father and I (John 14:14) teens and adults meets on
Sunday mornings in the Worship
UPCOMING EVENTS Center during the 9:00 service.
Upcoming Event:
SNOW Family & Friends Summer BBQ snow den

Save the date: Saturday, July 14 | 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for teens & adults

volunteer spotlight SNOW Den meets on the first and
third Friday of each month from
BOB GRAS 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. in the Fellowship
Center. This is a great time for
teens and adults with special needs
to connect with their friends and
participate in events such as bingo,
karaoke, and games.

If you have questions about the
SNOW ministry, send an e-mail
to [email protected].

Bob Gras has been volunteering with our his many years of volunteering with youth join our group
ministry for the past three years. Because in the YMCA, Scouts, and Little League. on facebook!
of the ages of his "SNOW Buddies,” he has
followed them to the Sunday, 9:00 a.m. Bob said, "At SNOW, we enjoy being Stay Up to Date.
Friendship Class. servants for the Lord. We are blessed by Stay Connected.
the appreciation of the families. In SNOW,
Bob’s involvement started in response to there are different areas in which to serve. Share Resources.
"Volunteer Week,” where he says SNOW If you are interested in volunteering,
Kids was "a logical choice" for him due to there's an area that suits you!" To join, go to
facebook.com/groups/snowFAC.

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SUMMER CALENDAR HIGH SCHOOL CONNECT ON
INSTAGRAM
MIDDLE SCHOOL IMPACT MINISTRIES
STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 9–12 LVL 5 & Planet
LEVEL 5 & PLANET 678 MINISTRIES FACmiddleschool
STUDENTS ENTERING GRADES 5–8 UNION SOCCER GAME
Impact
GRADE 5 WELCOME COOKOUT Friday, June 8 | 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. FAChighschool
For Students currently in Grades 9-12
Sunday, June 24 | 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. | Suite 184 CALENDAR
If you are entering Grade 5 in the fall, you won’t Register online, www.myfac.org/events.
want to miss this event planned just for you! It’s Pick up a copy of the
free! Cost is $42.00. summer calendar at
FAC, or view it online at
SUMMER YOUTH GROUP KICK-OFF! FRESHMEN WELCOME LUNCHEON www.myfac.org/
youthcalendar.
Tuesday, June 26 | 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. | at FAC Sunday, June 24 | 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. | Suite 219
Join us for the start of the Middle School Youth If you are graduating from eighth grade, join us CONTACT
Group summer fun! We will be getting together for a fun, informative luncheon! It’s free!
on Tuesday evenings; lots of fun is planned! If you have questions about
SUMMER YOUTH GROUP KICK-OFF! the youth groups, contact
NIGHT GAME Pat Vickery, [email protected].
Monday, June 25 | 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. | at FAC
Sunday, July 8 | 8:30 to 10:30 p.m. | Camp FAC If you are entering Grade 9-12, attend this kick-off
Please wear sneakers and dark clothes. Drop off night and find out about all that we have planned
and pick up will be at Camp FAC. It's free! for a great summer!

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INTRODUCING OUR SUMMER INTERNS

meri jarvis Do you have a favorite movie, book, game?

What does being a youth intern mean to you? My favorite movie would have to be A Day in the Life of
Pastor Eddie, coming soon to a theater near you.
When I was in middle school, one of my favorite aspects of
youth group was the leaders. The youth leaders were always What is your favorite Bible verse? Joshua 1:9 is my
high-energy and goofy, and they really cared about me. My
youth leaders became a great example to me of how to be who all-time favorite Bible verse as it is a constant reminder that
God made me to be and how not to get caught up in the crowd. “the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Having the opportunity to be a youth leader ― let alone an
intern! ― is an incredibly exciting opportunity for me to have jacob fueger
that same influence on this generation of middle school and
high school students. What does being a youth intern mean to you?

What are you most excited about for this Being a youth intern to me means connecting with students to
summer? I am very excited to develop personal relationships help guide them to Christ.

with the students! I can’t wait to meet new students and spend What are you most excited about for this
time with current students. I’m also excited to have a hand in summer? I am most excited for all of the outreach events so
planning all kinds of special events and trips for this summer!
that we can introduce our youth group to new kids.
What kind of activities do like to do in your free
time? I love baseball! I’m a huge Phillies fan, and I love going What kind of activities do like to do in your free
time? I ran track and cross country for my high school. I also
to games. I also love going to the beach, swimming, and drinking
lots of coffee. enjoy surfing, skimboarding, and basketball.

What person has inspired you the most? What did What person has inspired you the most? What did
they do to inspire you? The person who has inspired me they do to inspire you? My parents have inspired me

the most, from a youth ministries perspective, is Brie Jurimas. to persevere through tough challenges that stand in my way.
Brie was my small group leader in middle school, and I’ve had
the honor of leading a small group of our own middle schoolers Do you have a favorite movie, book, game?
alongside her for the past few years. Brie has demonstrated the
best qualities of a leader to me ― openness, kindness, investing My favorite movie is Captain America: The Winter Soldier.
in the students, and the importance of being a trustworthy place
for students to turn. It has been such a cool blessing to have What is your favorite Bible verse? My favorite verse
gone from Brie’s student to co-leader, and I’m so thankful for her.
is Jeremiah 29:11-13: “'For I know the plans I have for you,’
declares the LORD, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you,
plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me
and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. You will seek
me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.’” (NIV)

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FOR ALL ADULTS FOR MEN FOR WOMEN

TOPICAL, SHORT-TERM GROUPS

TUESDAYS, STARTING IN JULY (COURSES ARE 4 TO 6 WEEKS) | 7:00 TO 9:00 P.M.

to Register, go to www.myfac.org/events.

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LEADERSHIP & CHRISTIAN DOCTRINE MANHOOD &
INFLUENCE SPIRITUAL GROWTH
what should i believe about
the making of a catalyst 33 recap
transformational leader christianity?
If you missed the first or second round
Everyone has potential for significance Today there is a need for a clear of Catalyst 33, this intensive will get
in God. In this study, you will learn life understanding of what we should believe you caught up. Catalyst 33 is a study of
and leadership principles from Joseph's about Jesus Christ. If we are to be true Authentic Manhood: Become the Man God
journey of becoming a transformational disciples of Jesus, then we need to Is Calling You to Be.
leader. You will be introduced to key follow Him with both our heart and mind.
habits that can help you become a Opinions or our own personal experience FATHERHOOD
transformational leader in your workplace or our past religious background are not a
and in your home. solid bedrock for the follower of Jesus. play the man 

This study is open to all but also part of What we need is the objective truth Get ready to jump in the deep end
the 2-2-1 Plan for Group Leaders. found solely in God's Word. If you have with this impactful study for fathers.
questions or would like to have your Encouraging and practical help is given to
MARRIAGE: LOVE beliefs more tightly focused, join us a for a men who want to prepare their sons for
AND RESPECT six-week discussion of the Christian faith. Godly manhood.
We will rely exclusively on the Bible to
discover the single greatest learn about God and His plan of salvation WOMANHOOD &
secret to a successful marriage through His Son, Jesus Christ. SPIRITUAL GROWTH

Research has proven what the Bible has Book to purchase: Know What You Believe, a taste of deepening groups
said all along: In order for a marriage by Paul Little
to be successful, the husband must feel This intensive is a sampling of what takes
respected, and the wife must feel loved. SOCIAL JUSTICE place in our Deepening small groups for
However, given all of the struggles and women. In Deepening Groups, we explore
conflicts spouses deal with on a daily begin to be the bridge ways to foster intimacy with God. Join us
basis, this is easier said than done. More and share an introduction to The Good
often than not, spouses find themselves How does God view race and culture? and Beautiful God that examines spiritual
spinning on the Crazy Cycle with no idea What is your perspective? At Be the Bridge, discipline and three-way listening.
how to make it stop. we engage in conversations about racial
justice, restoration, and reconciliation in MOTHERS &
Join us for this challenging and Christ. DAUGHTERS
empowering study as we crack the
communication code together. Whether Our goal is to see the Church have a we saved you a seat
your marriage is in a dark place or you just distinct and transformative response to
want to make it even better, you will be racial division while being present and We Saved You a Seat takes daughters, ages
greatly impacted by this proven study. intentional towards racial reconciliation. 12 to 16, and their mothers into Scripture
to learn how to create, invest in, and
Book to purchase: Purchasing Love & Join us in this conversation, and at the maintain lifelong friendships. While girls
Respect, by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs, is end of the four weeks, we hope your next may talk about the “follows” and “likes”
encouraged but not required. question will be, “How do I begin to Be and the perfect “promposal,” what they
the Bridge?” really want is true, lasting, unconditional
friendship. They want connection.
TO REGISTER FOR SUMMER INTENSIVES, GO TO
WWW.MYFAC.ORG/EVENTS. Jesus is the role model for our friendships;
Scripture is the foundation. During the
course of four sessions, girls will learn
what it takes to have true friendships.

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Young Adults

ENDEAVOR VENTURE

a come-as-you-are Young Adults
monthly worship service
Tuesday Nights | Fellowship House | 6:30 p.m.
Friday, June 8
Fellowship Center | 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Venture is a community of young men and
women who are building genuine relationships,
Speaker, Food, & Fellowship influencing one another, making decisions, and
facing challenges ― particularly in the area of
18 understanding God’s leading.

To stay up to date on meetings and events, go
to www.myfac.org/venture. You can also follow
us on Twitter (@venture1823) and on Instagram
(Venture1823) for regular posts.

contact

Rob Fleckenstein
[email protected]

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Singles

For Men and Women, Ages 21 and up

Sat., June 2 & 16 | 7:45 p.m. | The Chapel

This month, we continue our study of Discovering God, by Philip Graham Ryken.

To truly love someone, we must know him/her. To truly love God, we must
know Him, too ― not just know that He exists, but know who He is and what
He is like. This exploration of God's unchanging character as revealed in
thirteen stories from the Bible offers us the opportunity to get to know God
better and love Him more. Each chapter focuses on a different attribute of God
and helps us apply it to our daily life.

This study of God’s character will help us discover ― or rediscover ― the God
who is infinite, holy, all-knowing, and all-powerful. As we draw nearer to Him,
we'll find that there is no endeavor more rewarding.

Join us! No registration is necessary.

contacts

Women: Amanda Buck, 856-371-3806
Men: Charles Fox, 609-458-8909

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CaBmBpQf&ire
CAMP FAC

Avenue

June 15 | 7:00 to 9:00 pm | Camp FAC

All adults, ages 25-39
Come and hang out while The Avenue team grills up
some food! If you have a favorite side dish or dessert that
you want to share, bring it with you. See you there!
Camp FAC is located at 110 Sycamore Avenue, Marlton.
If you have questions, contact Pastor Dave Krilov,
[email protected].

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Be the Briddige

DISCUSSIONS & DESSERTS

How does God view race and culture? What is your perspective? At Be the
Bridge, we engage in conversations about racial justice, restoration, and
reconciliation in Christ.
Our goal is to see the church have a distinct and transformative response
to racial division while being present and intentional towards racial
reconciliation.
We would love to have you join us in this conversation!
When: June 10
Where: The Atrium
Time: 12:30 p.m. (after the 11:00 service)

attendee responses

“I'm really looking forward to continuing the conversation. Grateful this is a
ministry in our church with fantastic people leading the way. Thanks!”
“What a wonderful time of connecting, learning, and encouraging. So
blessed by those who came to engage and grow.”
“What a great time in the Lord. When God’s people come together to talk
about unity and justice for all, the Bridge is being built.”
“Loved the Discussions & Desserts event. I’m looking forward to joining the
next group.”
“I enjoyed seeing our younger generation (high school/middle school) at the
table engaging in the conversations.”

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Women
Fresh Hope For Single Moms team at Camp FAC on Saturday, June 23, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.;
Friday, July 27, 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.; and Thursday, August 23, 3:00
accepting clothing donations for to 7:00 p.m. You are also invited to all the #Momlife summer
fresh hope camp dates. Pack your food and beach toys and enjoy a fun
time at camp! No registration is needed, and there is no cost
Sunday, June 17 | 10:15 to 11:15 a.m. to attend.

Show God’s love to our single moms by donating spring women’s If you have questions, contact Debbie Schneck,
clothing in like-new condition to the Fresh Hope Boutique. 609‐953‐7333, x125, or [email protected].
Donations may be brought to the garage next to the 195 House
in the exit lane from the front parking lot. Someone will be #Momlife Camp Days
there to accept your donation. Please note: We can only accept
women’s clothing. No toys, please. #Momlife moms, come out to Camp FAC! We have reserved the
north side of the camp for three Thursdays for #Momlife moms,
For questions or to volunteer to help, contact Kathy Foering, Fresh Hope moms, their families and friends, and other moms
609-458-9222, or [email protected]. interested in finding out more about #Momlife.

fresh hope food pantry and clothes Please mark your calendars for the following three Thursdays:
boutique summer dates
June 28 - 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Open 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. | One Sunday each month in the July 26 - 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
summer August 23 - 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

The FAC Food Pantry and the Fresh Hope Clothes Boutique in We want to encourage you to stay connected to #Momlife this
the basement of the Care Center will be open to all single moms summer, and this is a fun way to do that! Camp FAC is a beautiful
on Sundays, June 24, July 22, and August 26, from 12:30 to 1:30 area in Marlton. It has a clean, beautiful lake with a great beach
p.m. surrounded by lovely trees. There are clean bathrooms, as well
as picnic tables and play areas. Pack your lunches and beach
Fresh Hope Camp Days at toys, and you are all set for a great day at camp! We hope to see
Camp FAC you at camp this summer!

June 23, July 27, & August 23 | Camp FAC No registration is needed, and it's free.

Stay connected to Fresh Hope or find out about Fresh Hope! If you have questions, call Debbie 609-953-7333, x125,
Single moms and their families are invited to join the Fresh Hope or [email protected].

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IF:Table Apricot Chicken

Friday, June 15 | 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. | 219 Fellowship House ingredients

“They broke bread in their homes and ate together with glad 8 skinless chicken breast halves
and sincere hearts.” Acts 2:46 ½ cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
The aWAKEN ministry invites you to IF:Table on the third ½ cup apricot preserves
Friday of every month. We believe the table is a place to 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
gather women, share a simple dinner, and discuss real stories ½ cup nonfat yogurt
and Christ-centered conversations. A time for a whole lot of 2 Tbsp toasted, slivered almonds
laughter ― and maybe a few tears ― but time spent that Serves 8
leaves us with glad hearts, full hearts, and grateful hearts.
directions
The cost is $5.00. Please register so we can be prepared for
you for dinner. Register online at www.myfac.org/events. Mix flour and salt in plastic bag and place each piece of chicken
Registration will close once maximum space has been reached in bag. Shake bag around until chicken is coated.
or on Thursday, June 14. Preheat oven to 375.
Place chicken in single layer in a shallow baking pan and bake
in oven for 25 minutes.
Combine apricot preserves, mustard and yogurt in a bowl.
Remove baking pan from the oven and spread yogurt mixture
over the chicken.
Bake for an additional 15 minutes or until done.
Sprinkle almonds over chicken.
Serve over rice.

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A New Ministry
for Caregivers

ARK OF The group meets at FAC on the first Thursday of
each month. The next meetings will be held on

June 7 and July 5 from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.

COMFORT

Women who are the primary caregivers for that opportunity. You can leave the place
a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another where you give care and come to a place
type of dementia know that some days can where you can receive care.
be really difficult to navigate. It’s hard to
watch loved ones lose more and more of The group meets at FAC on the first Thursday
themselves with each passing day. of each month. The next meetings will be
held on June 7 and July 5, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
It’s often also hard to care for them. It’s a We will talk together, pray together, cry
heavy responsibility ― especially for those together, and perhaps even laugh together.
doing it mostly alone.
If you are interested in joining the group,
If you would like a safe place to share your contact Debbie Schneck, 609‐953‐7333,
caregiver’s journey, Ark of Comfort provides x125, or [email protected].

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FAC WILD

MEN’S SUMMER OUTDOOR ADVENTURE

Ohiopyle, PA | Aug. 3 to 5 Costs:

For all men, ages 12 and above, FAC Wild is planning • $50 per person for everyone; includes camping, two
a summer men’s weekend to include several outdoor breakfasts, and one dinner
adventures, such as whitewater rafting, ziplining, biking,
hiking, fishing, and swimming. (Some activities require • Whitewater Rafting (Saturday): $70 per person
advance reservations.) You choose which activities you
prefer. • Zipline/TreeTop adventure (Sunday): $40 per person

We will be staying at Bender’s Meadow Run and rafting on To register, go to www.myfac.org/events.
the Lower Youghiogheny River. Deadline to register is Monday, July 2.

For Saturday breakfast and dinner and Sunday breakfast, we
will eat together. You will be responsible for other meals.

Band of Brothers Men's Men's Bible Studies
Breakfast
There are currently two men’s Bible studies available for all
Wednesday mornings | 6:30 to 7:45 | Fellowship Center men. No registration is necessary.

No registration necessary! Join us! • Medport Diner, Friday mornings at 6:30 a.m.
Contact George Bradley for details,
Contact Michael More’ for details, [email protected].
[email protected].
• The Barn at FAC, Saturday mornings, 7:30 a.m.
Contact Phil Morgan for details,
[email protected].

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Sage Builders

SAGE Builders, Daytime

June 14, 21, & 28
All adults are invited to join us for a study of the Book of James.
James at first was not a follower of his earthly half-brother, Jesus. After
the resurrection, however, that all changed ― so much so that he became
the leader of the early church. No one among the followers of Christ was
better known, more respected, or honored than James. Find out what this
leader and brother of Jesus has to say to us today.
We meet at 12:30 in the Fellowship Center for lunch and fellowship. We
watch a short video, after which we break into small groups to discuss
practical applications of the video.
Suggested donation is $5.00 for lunch.
For more information contact Pastor Glenn Kantner,
609-953-7333, x106, or [email protected].

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Project Summer Read

The Fellowship Alliance Book Drive in partnership Two Ways You Can Help
with the Mount Holly Township School District shows
our love for children and our passion to eliminate the 1. Give Books: On the weekends of June 2/3 and 9/10,
million word gap between privileged children and you can take new or gently used books to the Atrium.
underprivileged children. Books should be for ages three through ten. A suggested
book list is below.
Our goal is to place 15 of the best children’s books into
the hands of 300 underprivileged children, ages 3 to 10, 2. Volunteer: We need help to organize the book drive,
and promote summer reading. to sort the books on June 16 from 10:30 to noon, and/or
to distribute the books.

grades pre-k to 1 grades 2 & 3 grades 4 & 5

- Board Books - Judy Moody, by Megan McDonald - Time Warp Trio, by Jon Scieszka (series)
- Early Readers (series) - Humphrey, by Betty Birney (series)
- David, by David Shannon (series) - Magic Tree House, by Mary Pope - Dork Diaries, by Rachel Renee Russell
- Piggie and Gerald, by Mo Willems Osborne (series) (series)
(series) - Whatever After, by Sarah Mlynowski - I Survived, by Laura Tarshis (series)
- Pigeon, by Mo Willems (series) (series) - The Baby Sitters Club, by Ann M. Martin
- There was an Old Lady (series) - Battle Bugs, by Jack Patton (series)
- Fancy Nancy, by Jane O’Connor (series) - Ivy and Bean, by Annie Barrows (series) - Series of Unfortunate Events, by
- If You Give…, by Laura Numeroff (series) - A-Z Mysteries, by Ron Roy (series) Lemony Snicket
- Splat the Cat, by Rob Scotton (series) - Captain Underpants, by Dav Pilkey - Who was…/What was…? (series)
- Pete the Cat, by James Dean (series) (series) - Charlie Bone, by Jenny Nimmo (series)
- Bad Kitty, by Nick Bruel (series) - My Weirdest School, by Dan Gutman - American Girl Mysteries (series)
- National Geographic Kids (series)
- Froggy, by Jonathon London (series) - Diary of a Wimpy Kid, by Jeff Kinney Thank you for your support and
- Junie B. Jones, by Barbara Parks (series) (series) donations! For more information or to
- Super Happy Party Bears, by Marcie - Diary of a Minecraft Zombie (series) be a book drive volunteer, contact Pastor
Colleen (series) - The Boxcar Children, by Gertrude (series) Suresh Thomas, [email protected].
- King & Kayla, by Dori Hillestad Butler Chandler Warner
- Dear Molly, Dear Olive, by Megan - Flat Stanley, by Jeff Brown (series)
Atwood and Lucy Fleming (series) - Horrible Harry, by Suzy Kline (series)
- Fly Guy, by Tedd Arnold (series) - Rainbow Fairies, by Daisy Meadows
- I Can Read (Disney Princesses,Lego (series)
Ningago, Biscuit, Fancy Nancy, etc.) - Goosebumps, by R.L. Stine (series)

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Missions

FASA FELLOWSHIP ALLIANCE SOUTH AFRICA

Update from the Field! We also had the opportunity to take a US work team and
members of the Men of Iron team to one of our school ministries!
God has been doing incredible ― and sometimes unbelievable ― We attended a Learner Christian Organization, which is a student-
things in South Africa, and this spring is no different! Read on for led meeting during the school day. These kids can do whatever
a field report straight from Lephalale, South Africa! they want during their break, and they choose to come together
and have a Bible study. We observed as more than 70 kids filed
“The impact that God is having through FASA on youth in South into the room and students led worship, shared testimonies, and a
Africa is amazing! Just April alone has been a busy month here message with an invitation to accept Jesus as their Savior. Twelve
at FASA Lodge and Conference Center. First we hosted a small students came forward to accept Jesus as their Savior! Lerato, a
Day Camp team from FAC. The team organized a 5-day ‘Holiday senior, prayed the sinner’s prayer with them all, and then they
Club’ and partnered with 25 South African youth as they worked were given their own Bible.
together to share the saving love of Jesus in their “Shipwrecked!”
theme. More than 130 children came to the camp! Even more This has been an amazing spring. These are just a few of the
excited to us is the youth who serve ― teenagers who are part highlights! We are in awe of all that God is doing!”
of the weekly discipleship program and have proclaimed Jesus
as their Savior! They are excited and engaged in serving at the ― Jody & Kathy Adams and Jim & Tammy Walter
Holiday Club, so much so that they take a week of their school
vacation and serve at FASA. One of their responsibilities is sharing This summer is expected to be just as amazing! At the end of
the Gospel each day with the children. You have never heard this month and in July, three US teams will be traveling to SA to
teenagers who understand and can communicate the Gospel in serve with South African leaders in two more day camps and an
such a powerful way! We were all very proud of them! overnight youth camp. Please keep these teams and activities in
prayer, asking God to continue to transform lives and change the
Another really special time this month was our first Men of Iron future of all involved.
Mentoring Trip! The US team of six men spent time getting to
know a group of South African young men, ages 20 to 30. The connect with us! www.myfasa.org
Lord connected these men in a special way, and we are excited to
continue that relationship through Whatsapp. This same US team
enjoyed a Braai (South African BBQ) with some of the teenagers
from our discipleship groups. The time spent with these 20 youth
was highlighted by stories of how the FASA ministry has impacted
their lives. It was amazing hear their stories of how God has
saved them not just for eternity but from difficult situations here
on earth. Jesus is their Deliverer, Healer, and Savior! It brought
everyone to tears to hear their passion and faith in Jesus alone.

fasa_fac FASAfac @facFASA fasafac

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GOD@WORK...

In the Life of Adam Connor

PEOPLE DON'T CARE Theodore Roosevelt coined the well- easy. One of his teachers, Gail Morgan,
HOW MUCH YOU loved phrase, “People don’t care how described the weekly scenario as a time
KNOW UNTIL THEY much you know until they know how of “automatic anxiousness” for Adam
KNOW HOW MUCH much you care.” For Adam’s story, these as soon as his mother, Michele, left him
YOU CARE. words prove undeniably true. If you met to attend church services. Little Adam
Adam Connor today, you might be first would glue his eyes to the hands of
—Theodore Roosevelt struck by his lively brown eyes and quick the clock to await his mother’s return.
smile. You might observe his instinctive He even kept his own watch to track
ability to connect with children and time. “I’ve always had a watch with
set them at ease. You’d never know this me,” Adam admitted. He remembers
talkative and energetic 13-year-old was looking at his watch in kindergarten to
once a withdrawn and anxious little boy. pace out the events of the day. One of
Adam’s teachers told Michele that her
Adam didn’t always feel comfortable son should “take up a career in time
in a children’s classroom. His early days management.”When Michele mentioned
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that a career? Sign me up!” But it wasn’t But what would God use to change But Now I’m Found,” an adventurous
always funny or easy for Adam. “I wasn’t this shy preschooler into a different island musical. Adam sang solos for the
very used to being away from my person? God used one of Adam’s performance, embracing his prominent
parents,” he said. There were plenty of natural gifts to bring him out of his shell role. He also starred as Simba in his
weeks his anxiety reached a level that with music. Adam came alive through school’s production of “Lion King” as a
Michele had to be summoned from the song. As a four-year-old, Adam began singing lead.
church services. singing in the children’s choir at FAC.
Teachers couldn’t believe the change But God didn’t stop there. He
“How many times did you get paged in his countenance, now so joy-filled, continued to push Adam further to
because of me?” Adam asked, with a confident, and free. Music soon began use his voice. A school teacher noticed
knowing laugh. to infiltrate Adam’s life as he was Adam’s talent. She encouraged him to
launched into a vast range of singing pursue a program with the prestigious
“More than I care to admit!” Michele also opportunities. Adam was cast as the Philadelphia Boys Choir.
laughed at the memory. Captain in FAC’s production of “L.O.S.T
Adam recalls, “At school apparently my
music teacher thought I was good at
singing. She recommended a couple
kids to audition and I got in.” Adam
spent the next couple years in the
cadet program of the Philadelphia Boys
Choir. The high-level training marked a
highlight for Adam, but God had even
more in store. Adam’s voice would soon
take him beyond American shores and
into Europe. He auditioned and was
accepted into another choir with the
First Presbyterian Church of Moorestown.
Adam’s choir traveled to Denmark,
leading him to perform in many different
churches across that country. His first
impression of the new country was,
“Everyone rode their bikes. There were
no cars!” On further reflection of his
experience in Denmark, Adam said, “It
was a lot of fun.” His eyes lit up. “We sang
ten concerts at different churches so it
was a Christian-based thing.”

Adam’s musical abilities were not
something he kept for his own benefit.
Although he grew up in a Christian
home, as Adam matured, he grew to
embrace the Christian faith as his own.
He notes, “[My parents] were Christians,
and they really impressed upon me
the faith. I feel like my faith has grown
over the years, and it’s become my
faith rather than my parents.” As God
continued to change him, Adam began
to get involved more heavily in church,
including singing in youth choirs and
performing on the Middle School
Worship Team. Beyond singing, though,
Adam was drawn to children. God used

Adam volunteering in the Tree House on Sunday morning

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Adam with his parents, Bob and Michele Connor

No one is too young or shy to be used powerfully by God.

Adam’s past experiences as an anxious Adam’s much-loved presence is well- While he continues to actively serve in
preschooler to give him a special sense known by young children and teachers children’s ministry, Adam doesn’t stop
of compassion for children, especially alike. You can’t miss the enthusiasm in embracing new opportunities to serve.
those who might feel uneasy or uncertain. his movements and the dedication in Next on Adam’s service radar is “The
Because of this special connection, Adam his attitude. Committed, confident, and Philadelphia Project,” a missions outreach
decided to serve in children’s ministry. friendly, the once-shy child now draws with a group from his school. “Over the
shy children to himself like a magnet. The summer, I’m going to go to a college
Now Adam has been serving children tasks he does in the classroom may be campus, and we’re going to do a bunch of
for three years. When asked what his simple, but the kids connect with his heart. different projects including helping kids.
favorite age to work with was, he replied, “I might pass out papers and all that stuff. I My learning how to work with kids is going
“I really like it all.” He went on to say that try to make friends with the kids so they to benefit me while I’m there,” he said with
he appreciated the relational aspect of know me sort of even if they don’t know a smile.
children a little bit older. “Sometimes it’s my name. That’s what really matters in
interesting when the kids can really voice there.” Adam now works alongside the What’s next in store for Adam? Only God
their opinions.” He likes to get to know teachers he once sat under. knows. But one thing’s for sure. God has
them personally to put them at ease. Adam great plans for Adam’s life. So the next
said that working with children has helped When asked if he had a favorite thing to time you pass by a young teen, remember
him connect on a child’s level. “Sometimes do with the kids, Adam replied, “I know Adam’s story and that no one is too young
you think that it’s obvious some of the it might not be as related to Christianity, or shy to be used powerfully by God. And
things that you’re saying for the kids,” he but playing with them. That’s where you if you happen to pass by Adam along a
said. But then he reminds himself, "'Well, really get to bond with them. And then hallway at FAC, remember that he’s not
I’m not five! I’ve know this for seven more that carries over to when you’re actually only a musically-gifted, energetic, time-
years than you!’ It’s going to be different learning about the faith. It can be easier keeping, pasta-loving, children’s volunteer.
for them. You’ve got to really lengthen to impress it upon them if you know He’s a masterpiece of God at work in a
your explanations to them so they can them better.” Without knowing it, Adam young life. †
get what you’re saying.” Adam admits that was living out Roosevelt’s quote. He was
this has been a patience-stretching road. showing the kids he cared so they could --------------------------
With a laugh, he turned to his mom and absorb the faith he knows. Kids will open
said, “You can relate to this. Sometimes I’m up to Adam over a coloring page because Teenagers and/or parents and younger
not so patient. So I feel like [working with they know he’s not just passing time. He children, if you would like to volunteer in
children] really helped me.” really cares. He was once in their place. Children’s Ministries, contact Kristi Peterson,
[email protected].

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CARE MINISTRIES

SPIRITUAL & EMOTIONAL CARE

addiction recovery path to purity wings (Walking in God’s Strength)

For help towards God and sobriety For those struggling with sexual sins For families of loved ones with eating
disorders
• for men • men First and third Wednesdays
Wednesdays, Room C-12, 7:00 p.m. T uesdays, 6:30 a.m. 7:00 to 8:30 p.m., in the Fellowship House
Contacts: [email protected],
[email protected] Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. [email protected], and
609-953-7333, x312 (Leave a message.) Contact: [email protected] or [email protected]
609-953-7333, x311. (Request location,
• for women times, dates; leave a message.) COUNSELING
Contact Deborah Ryder for location,
times, and dates. • women lay counseling
609-304-5417 Contact: [email protected] or
609-953-7333, x316. (Request location, For appointments, call
grief recovery times, dates; leave a message.) 609-953-7333, x329.
(Leave a message.)
• Helping Hand Grief Support relationship recovery
For adults who are grieving due to a loss pastoral counseling
For men and women who are going
Mondays, 7:00 p.m., Chapel through separation or divorce For appointments, call
Contact: Jim Mather, 609-953-7333, x129.
• Living through Suicide 609-953-7333, x316 (Leave a message.)
For those who are grieving because of a [email protected]
loss due to suicide
serenity support
Mondays, 7:00 p.m., Chapel
For those with loved ones with substance
• Bereavement Support for Substance abuse issues
Addiction
For those who have suffered a loss due Meetings are held on Tuesdays at
to substance abuse 7:00 p.m. in the Barn.
Mondays, 7:00 p.m., Chapel
Contact: [email protected] or
Contacts: Wanda and George Stein, 609-953-7333, x314 (Leave a message.)
609-953-7333, x309

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DATE BUDGET ACTUAL DIFFERENCE

General Fund 4.1 $ 66,731 $ 88,495 $ 21,764
4.8 $ 66,731 $ 59,672 $ ( 7,059)
4.15 $ 66,731 $ 72,695 $ 5,964
4.22 $ 66,731 $ 57,412 $ ( 9,319)
4.29 $ 66,731 $ 88,043 $ 21,312

$ 333,655 $ 366,317 $ 32,662
$1,134,427 $1,148,583 $ 14,156
Total
Year-to-Date

Missions Fund 4.1 $ 4,646 $ 10,650 $ 6,004
4.8 $ 4,646 $ 5,457 $ 811
4.15 $ 4,646 $ 6,497 $
4.22 $ 4,646 $ 5,250 $ 1,851
4.29 $ 4,646 $ 5,649 $ 604

$ 23,230 1,003
$ 78,982

Total $ 33,503 $ 10,273
Year-to-Date $ 106,501 $ 27,519

Benevolence Fund $ 3,861
$ 1,701
4.1 $ 3,359
4.8 $ 1,497
4.15 $ 2,610
4.22
4.29 $ 10,418
$ 49,316
Total
Year-to-Date $ 28,760
$ 17,194
Kingdom Vision Fund 4.1 $ 33,730
4.8 $ 15,151
4.15 $ 19,376
4.22
4.29 $ 94,835
$ 335,974


Total
Year-to-Date

DATE ADULTS WORKERS CHILDREN TOTAL



4.1 3598 50 70 3718

4.8 1683 74 251 2008

4.15 1542 127 296 1965

4.22 1652 74 280 2006

4.29 1644 75 282 2001



This report is based on a 12-month, evenly distributed budget. Actual expenses fluctuate throughout the budget year.

We conduct regular financial reviews to determine whether ministry expenses need to be trimmed.

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Adults Women Men of Iron Special Needs

Alpha Carol Batten, x109 Bill Cariss Justin Wright, x141
[email protected]
Explore the meaning of life [email protected] [email protected]
Dave and Judi Shoemaker Timothy Project
609-504-2745 Ministry Assistant Friendship Bible Class
Rodney Sager
After Alpha Debbie Schneck, x125 [email protected] Melissa King, x304
[email protected] 856-924-4631 [email protected]
Joe Jalkiewicz
[email protected] aWAKEN Velocity Men’s Groups SNOW Buddies & Resources
609-760-3001
Monika Tockstein Pastor Erik Rebstock, x116 Richelle Lee, x304
Marriage Matters 609-268-1238 [email protected] [email protected]
[email protected]
Steve and Julie Durdin, x315 Children SNOW Den
[email protected] Deepening Groups
Justin Wright, x141 Leah Bronczyk, x304
miniChurches & Jennifer Green [email protected]
Small Groups 856-985-5524 [email protected]
[email protected] Other Ministries
Pastor Dave Krilov, x105 Kid BLAST Preschool
[email protected] Fresh Hope, x125 Camp FAC
(Birth-Kindergarten)
SAGE Builders (Daytime) Debbie Schneck • Kristi Peterson, x117 609-714-4035
[email protected] [email protected]
Pastor Glenn Kantner, x106 [email protected]
[email protected] #Momlife • Meghan Preim, x101 Guest Services

SAGE Builders (Evening) Michele Fleckenstein [email protected] Pastor Doug Bazigian, x128
609-654-2796 [email protected]
Ed Brokhoff [email protected] Kid BLAST Elementary
609-200-2019 Hospitality
[email protected] Walking in Grace (Grades 1-4)
Alex Tracey, x124 Ed & Deb Jurimas, x127; x119
Young Adults Jill Borsky [email protected] [email protected]; [email protected]
609-760-5354
Venture [email protected] Youth Prayer Line

Rob Fleckenstein Men Pastor Erik Jarvis, x118 Mike Koehl, x308
[email protected] [email protected]
[email protected]
Ushers & Greeters
Pastor Erik Rebstock, x116 Ministry Assistant
Pastor Doug Bazigian, x128
[email protected] Pat Vickery, x132 [email protected]
[email protected]
Band of Brothers Breakfasts
Level 5 (Grade 5)
Michael More’
[email protected] Pastor Russ Batten, x134
[email protected]
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Planet 678 (Grades 6-8)
Pastor Erik Rebstock, x116
[email protected] Pastor Eddie Jurimas, x104
[email protected]
facWILD Trip hotline, x678

Tim Stine Impact (Grades 9-12)
[email protected]
Pastor Erik Jarvis, x118
Golf League [email protected]
Trip hotline, x410
George Bradley
[email protected]

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Worship Missions & Outreach Operations Team Senior Pastor
Marty Berglund
Pastor Doug Ingram, x137 Pastor Suresh Thomas, x144 Administration Executive Pastor

[email protected] [email protected] Chris Rose, x135 Brian Snyder
Administrative Director [email protected]
Production Angel Tree [email protected] Executive Pastor of
• Heather Costomiris, x115
Pastor Nick Simpson, x110 Dave and Judi Shoemaker Ministries
[email protected] 609-504-2745 [email protected] Don Hay
• Tess Jurimas, x126 [email protected]
Music Partnership Coordinators
[email protected] 199 Church Road
Rob Preim • Family Trip to WV • Christine Petersen, x138 Medford, NJ 08055
[email protected] Shawn Mosher Tel: 609-953-7333
[email protected] Worship Services
Care Ministries [email protected] • Sue Shults, x109 Saturday, 6:00 p.m.
• FASA (South Africa) Sunday, 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.
financial assistance Jim & TammyWalter [email protected]
Care Center Office Hours
[email protected] Bookkeeper Mon.-Thurs., 8:00 to 5:00
Anne Simms 609-714-4044 Website: www.myfac.org
609-975-9741 • Ukraine Donna Beridon, x103 E-mail: [email protected]
[email protected] Andy Hall [email protected] Elders: Pastor Marty Berglund,
[email protected]
practical help • World Ministries Facilities Juan Cerdan-Diaz,
Crew 318 Dave Hine Eric Johnson, Paul Krihak,
[email protected] Ed Jurimas, x127 Matt Miller, Phil Morgan
Anne Simms • Young Life [email protected]
[email protected] Geoff Carleton • Ed Brokhoff Camp FAC
[email protected] • Ed Dzuranin 110 Sycamore Avenue
Food Pantry • Rob Eiler
• Ron Jacobs Marlton, NJ 08053
Darlene Taylor • Ryan O’Rourke
[email protected] • Gary Tilory The Connection
• Ed Walls Designer: Tess Jurimas
Faith and Finances
Facilities Scheduler Editor: Lynn Guise
Chuck Riley God@Work Writers:
[email protected] Deb Jurimas, x119 Laurie Berglund,
[email protected] Sherri Bolognone, Nancy Ellis,
Hope Garden Courtney Gager, Grace Gottschling,
Funerals
Frank Mandy Joe Jalkiewicz
[email protected] Joy Jarvis Please submit family announcements
[email protected] to [email protected] by the 5th of the
emotional support
Pastoral Care Technology month prior to publication.

Pastor Brent Brendle, x129 Scott Urwiler, x113
[email protected] Maintenance and IT Supervisor
[email protected]
A complete list of support
groups can be found on page 32. Weddings

Joy Jarvis
[email protected]
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For more information
about FAC ministries, go
to www.myfac.org.

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Our Foundation: Our Mission
Salvation
Accepting the gift of salvation is just the
Perhaps the most well-known verse in the beginning of life with Jesus. At FAC, we
Bible is John 3:16. In a conversation between emphasize the importance of connecting
Jesus and Nicodemus, a teacher in Israel, to God, His people, and His work.
Jesus told him that a new birth and faith in Ephesians 2: 8-9, says, “For by grace you
Him were required for entrance into heaven. have been saved through faith; and that
He told him the plan of salvation: “For God not of yourselves, it is the gift of God; not
so loved the world that He gave His only as a result of works, so that no one may
begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him boast." These connections, then, are not for
shall not perish, but have eternal life.” our own merit; rather, they are a recognition
of what we owe to Jesus coupled with a
In this one sentence is all the information desire to grow in an understanding of who
you need to understand salvation. He is and what He wants us to do.
Christianity is based on the Bible as a
whole, but that one sentence from Jesus connect to god
is considered a summary of all that is
contained in the Bible. The Old Testament Read the Bible regularly; start with the first
contains prophesies about it, and all of four Books of the New Testament. Take time
the New Testament is built on it. Through to pray. Attend worship services.
His death on a cross, Jesus offers the
forgiveness of sins, making a bridge to a connect to god’s people
Holy God.
Choose to participate in a Bible study at
When we choose to believe the words of FAC. We offer groups for all ages and life
John 3:16, ask forgiveness for our sins, and situations.
accept the free gift of salvation, Jesus says
that we have eternal life in heaven. In this connect to god’s work
life, Jesus wants to have a relationship with
us. He wants to help us live a righteous, Find ways to actively serve Him: work with
blessed life. That does not mean that we will children or youth; get involved in missions;
be perfect or that we will have everything participate in caring for people in need;
we want. It does mean that He will be with be a greeter. Ask Him to show you the
us every day and in every situation until we right area for your service. There are many
meet Him in heaven. opportunities to serve right at FAC.

At FAC, salvation is the foundation for These are the majors at FAC. Salvation is our
everything we believe, every decision we central focus; it’s foundational. We pray that
make, and every ministry we have. you will make it your foundation and that
you will join us in our mission.
What you believe about salvation is the
most important decision you will ever make.
Ask any of our leaders to pray or talk with
you about salvation.