HIGHLIGHTS AT FCC

April 12, 2018

WORSHIP SERVICES: 8:30 & 10:30 am
Join us this Sunday at 8:30 & 10:30 am. Rev. Bruce's message Sunday is entitled: Do You See Anything?. Music will be provided by our Chancel Choir.
PHILOSOPHY OF RELIGION PART 3
  April 21 st : 9:30 – Noon!
Join us, whether you’ve been able to attend Part 1, Part 2, Parts 1 & 2 or Part 0!
This time together we will consider:
  • How some of the various schools of philosophy differ and interact (political, social, ethical & religious)
  • Basic comparisons/contrasts of the major monotheistic religions (Judaism, Christianity & Islam)
  • And, as time permits, evaluate what positive characteristics major religions, past and present, share with as well as a consideration of warning signs that a religion is becoming toxic.
If you have any questions, contact Rev. Bruce by calling the Church Office or by emailing: bruce@mansfieldfcc.com .
WITHIN OUR FELLOWSHIP
Marilyn Stevick Stafford, a past secretary of our church, is suffering from breast cancer. Should anyone wish to send her a card, her address is: 3816 Monza Dr., Sebring, Florida, 33872.


April 16 - 21
Monday Morning Bible Study: 10:00 am, Sauter Meeting Room

Trustee Meeting: Tuesday, 6:30 pm, Sauter Meeting Room

Ladies G.I.G.: Tuesday, 7:00 pm, Conference Room

Men's G.I.G.: Tuesday, 7:00 pm, Church Parlor

Men's Breakfast: Wednesday, 7:30 am, Primrose

Chancel Choir Practice: Wednesday, 6:30 pm, Choir Room

Philosophy of Religion: Saturday, 9:30 am - 12 noon, Blymyer Hall
CHAP BABY SHOWER

CONTINUES THROUGH MOTHER'S DAY
(Please see display in Blymyer Hall)
WELCOME CAROLYN!!
For the next three weeks we will be hosting an extern from Ashland/West Holmes Career Center. Carolyn will be assisting Dee in the office during this period. If you get a chance stop in and say hi!!
MARK YOU CALENDAR!!
The Chancel Choir will present Dan Forrest's REQUIEM FOR THE LIVING on Sunday, May 6, during the 10:30 Worship Service. This very demanding contemporary work will be accompanied by a small ensemble including strings, winds, organ, harp and percussion. Soloists are Jennifer Andrews, Christie Craske and Joel Vega. This performance marks the premier of this work in North Central Ohio.
NATURE WALKS SCHEDULED AT HEMLOCK
Kate Peresie will be hosting four Nature Walks at Hemlock Trails this spring: April 17, May 1 and May 15 . All walks begin at 6:00 pm and are family-friendly. Light rain won't stop us. Please arrive early as the gate will be closed once the walk begins.

Walk the woodland trails to observe and enjoy Ohio's beautiful spring wildflowers. Bring a guidebook, a journal (for drawing, making notes), a magnifier (have you ever looked at flowers UP CLOSE?) and a camera (all optional). Come each time, as nature shows us her ever-changing display.

Consider bringing:
  • Any or all of the optional gear listed above
  • Good traction athletic footwear (waterproof as needed)
  • Something to sit or kneel upon on the damp ground
  • Light backpack to carry your stuff
  • Thinner layers of outdoor wear, depending on anticipated temperature (especially important for cold-weather hiking) and light rain gear just in case