A Message From Greg 
  
More and more articles are being written about religion on the Internet.  Some commentators suggest the 'cyber-church' will be the predominant form of religious experience for at least 25% of the population within the next decade. Other observers suggest that this is already the case.   If we accept the fact that many of us frequently use the Internet to connect with each other may lead us to ask this simple question:  "Is it necessary or important that we be physically present with other people?" 
One thing that we continually rediscover is that we need to be with people that care about each other.  1 John 4: 11, 12 describes what that kind of caring looks like in a church:  "Beloved, since God loved us so much, we also ought to love one another.  No one has ever seen God; if we love one another, God lives in us, and his love is perfected in us."  I say this prayer of thanks frequently with people who are experiencing  some kind of significant life event (a celebration, health crisis, loss of a loved one, etc.): "God thank you for the love of family and friends for in that love we know and experience your love."
The Internet, I am certain, is a valuable tool for spreading the Gospel, sharing faith stories, and connecting with each other.  I am just as certain that we will continue to discover and rediscover that there is no substitute for being in the presence of loving people and a loving God.   GOD BLESS YOU!  SEE YOU SUNDAY!
PEACE, GREG  
                                          Scripture of the Month 

Phillippians 2:13

For God is working in you, giving you the desire and the power to do what pleases him.
  

 

Jim's Jots
     If you are someone who is interested in the Church's Board Meetings, then you need to know that the date of the next Board Meeting has been changed to September 29th.  This change was made in order to allow Pastor Greg to attend because he would have been out of town on the prior date.   One of the more important topics for discussion will be the report from Stewardship and Finance on their preliminary budget for 2016.
      The Stewardship and Finance Committee has requested that each ministry that will need a budget allocation for next year submit their budget proposal by September 20th.  This will allow the committee time to draft a preliminary budget for 2016 that can be presented at the September Board Meeting.  So if you are a Ministry Chair or a member of a ministry that has a budget, please begin consideration of your financial needs and plans for the next year and send that proposal to Mike Rubesch before September 20. 
     Jim Rybka, Chair of the Board
Thank You
Thank you to Norm Long for the table leg covers and Jim Gutwein for snow removal.  Property Committee


CWF Rummage Sale will be October 2nd & 3rd.  Sign up at the Gathering Place to help!
Please keep in your prayers: IU Health: Judith Butler, John Findley, Shawn's father, Bob Prewett, John's brother, Sara Garvey, Westminster Health Center: Fran Britt-Rm 25, Becky's mom, Signature: Becky Britt, Mary Bogan,Cindy Lindstrom, Westminster: Betty Mowery (C3110), Cheryl Tully & family, Fowler Apts, Sue England (514), Jeanne Dible, Jim Sipple-hospice, Wesley Manor: Edith Sipple, Don Smith, Verne & Rosemary Comer, Ann & Bob Prather, Barb Fisher, the Springs-friend of Darly Killian, Marilyn Galloway, Martha Oliver, Mary Goodwin, June Brummett, Harry & Marian Dillon-Jan Rybka's parents, June Petit, Tom, Mary & Renee Fratto-Jim Rybka's sister & family, Harriett McDowell-Cumberland Point Rehab 327, Vera Idle, Obie Kendall-Sister of Sue England




Jeffrey Goodspeed

The Music Ministry has been in summer break mode, but we look forward  to a return to regular rehearsals for the Chancel Choir and Handbell  Choir on  August 27 . Several new folks got involved last season, and I  invite you to continue the trend and make music with us!  All singers,
instrumentalists, actors, dancers and anyone who thinks they have  rhythm are welcome!  Don't miss our monthly  Sunday  music events through the rest of 2015!
September 13      Bill Kisinger, euphonium ( 8:00  /  10:15 )
October 18           Purduettes' Holy Cowgirls trio (all
                            three services!)
November 22       Hope Oaks, bagpipes ( 8:00  /  10:15 )
December 20       Christmas cantata ( 10:15 )
 Michelle Schluttenhofer
           Michelle.Schluttenhofer@fcclaf.org
Sept. 6th      NO YOUTH MEETING!  ENJOY LABOR
                    DAY!
Sept. 13th    Youth group meeting (downtown) 5:30-7pm
Sept. 20th    "Hunger Hike" at Riehle Plaza (Meet on the 
                     steps at 1:30pm)
Sept. 27th     Bowling at Arrowhead Bowling Alley @1pm
                     Cost: $10 (Bring a friend!)
*I'm trying to plan the King's Island trip for October 3rd.  
*If you have a "community missions" project you would like to do let me know! 

Kids Club (K-5th grade)

Michelle Schluttenhofer

Michelle.Schluttenhofer@fcclaf.org  

Sept. 6th     NO KIDS CLUB!  ENJOY LABOR DAY!

Sept. 13th   Kids Club (downtown) 5:30-7pm

Sept. 20th  "Hunger Hike" at Riehle Plaza (Meet on the 

                    steps at 1:30pm)

Sept. 27th   Bowling at Arrowhead Bowling Alley @1pm

                   Cost: $10 (Bring a friend!)

I'm trying to plan the King's Island trip for October 3rd.  (You must be in Jr High to go without a chaperone.)  

Diaconates for

September, 2015

 

September 6th

First Service

Team Leader: Howell

Serving: Howell

Serving: Mary Sego

Serving: Daryl Killian

Serving: Dawn Ramey

Set Up & Clean Up:

Howell & Dawn Ramey

 Second Service

Team Leader: Donna Adams

Serving: Carly Schneider

Serving: Debbie Schneider

Serving: Susie Nelson

Serving: Mike Nelson

Set Up & Clean Up: Susie & Mike Nelson

 

September 13th

First Service

Team Leader: Howell

Serving: Howell

Serving: Mary Sego

Serving: Daryl Killian

Serving: Dawn Ramey

Set Up & Clean Up: Mary Sego & Daryl Killian

Second Service

Team Leader: Dave Schluttenhofer

Serving: Sue Dismore

Serving: Kathy Kremer

Serving: Gery Kremer

Serving: Richard Shaw

Set Up & Clean Up: 

Richard Shaw & Sue Dismore

 

September 20th

First Service

Team Leader: Howell

Serving: Howell

Serving: Mary Sego

Serving: Daryl Killian

Serving: Dawn Ramey

Set Up & Clean Up: 

Howell & Dawn Ramey

Second Service

Team Leader: Kathy Stirlen

Serving: Melanie Davis

Serving: Michael Davis

Serving: Brittney Feeney

Serving: Crystal Cover

Set Up & Clean Up: 

Crystal Cover & Brittney Feeney

 

September 27th

First Service

Team Leader: Howell

Serving: Howell

Serving: Mary Sego

Serving: Daryl Killian

Serving: Dawn Ramey

Set Up & Clean Up: 

Mary Sego & Daryl Killian

Second Service

Team Leader: Lytta Turner

Serving: Missi Findley

Serving: Shawn Findley

Serving: Paula Floyd

Serving: Letcher Floyd

Set Up & Clean Up:

Paula & Letcher Floyd
Pastoral Care News
     Last week I received a phone call from a dear friend (and FCC attendee) who is now living permanently in a nursing home, coming to terms with having Alzheimer's. She called me last week, very excited, to tell me that Pastor Greg had stopped by to see her. It really made her day! She was so touched that he thought of her!
     FCC has many folks who are not able to make it to church. Some have great family support, others have no one. It's hard to imagine having no family coming to visit you, especially on special days, like birthdays and holidays. For these folks every day is the same.
     If you get the chance sometime, please go visit someone who is stuck at home or in an extended care facility. It doesn't matter if they attend FCC or not -- just give some time to those who are alone. If you'd like some ideas on what to do to help, please contact me!
Blessings,  Jan Rybka
 
Christian Education
Brian Nelson and Dick Ellsworth will begin their Sunday morning Bible studies on September 13th at 9am.  Brian's class meets in the Chapel and his topic will be  "Exploring Luke's Gospel."  Dick's class meets in room 204.  Gary Henriott's class, Seeker's meets in room 203.
Susie Nelson's class meets in room 206.  She will be teaching our K-5th graders about the 12 Disciples of Jesus, Old Testament figures and the books of the Bible.
Michelle will be leading the Jr. High/Sr. High class using an online discussion about "Identity."   All classes would love to have you join them from 9-10am.  

Fundraiser
 It's that time of year!! Purdue football is beginning next month which in turn means that our annual fundraiser for 2 very important organizations is starting!  Food Resource Food Bank and Mission In Action Honduras needs your assistance. We have 7 home football games that we need volunteers to sign up and work.  The first home game is Saturday Sept., 12. Working the games is easy, fun, and you're helping a good cause! All that is needed is for you to wear a white shirt, black shorts/pants, comfy shoes, bring a chair, and your smile! The great part of this fun day is that you receive several perks...food from our friends who tailgate, people watch (which is always a treat!), hear the Purdue University band perform at Slater Hill, a free pass in to the Purdue game, and the feeling of knowing that you are helping raise money for 2 important causes! 
Your help allows us to help those who are less fortunate! So please help us to raise money to help others! Everyone can help - just give Missi or Shawn Findley a call (765-586-0445 or 765-479-6273) 
Boiler Up!!! Hammer down!!!


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Lafayette, IN 47901