October 4 - October 10, 2020
Church Wide
Worship Series
This Sunday we begin our 4 Week study as a church on Breaking Free from the Culture of More.


Faith United posts worship at 8am Sundays via Youtube, Facebook and our Website.
Spiritual Practices
& Worship Engagement
Trying new ways of praying and studying scripture help us stay close to God and if vital to our growth as disciples of Christ.
Check out the video above to learn more about this week's practice.
World Communion Sunday is October 4. Click Here to learn more about this special Sunday. Contributions can be given here, select World Communion under fund menu.

It's not too late to participate. Communion Kits are still available for pick up in the Gathering Area Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm. Kits contain supplies to create your communion meal and engage together. Gluten free option is available.
Pastor Appreciation Day
is October 11, 2020

Let's show our love and appreciation to Pastor Steve and Pastor Jake for their dedication to serving others by preaching and teaching the word of Christ and enriching our spiritual lives. Please send your cards to the Church.
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Get Connected this fall! Be sure to check out the programs and groups for 2020. Find the group for you and enjoy the time together.
How can we defy gravity and break free from the culture of more? Our possessions can create unbearable weight and affect our ability to serve and thrive. Read more.
Check out the September/October edition of The Upper Room Devotional available here.
Youth are invited to participate in a bible study on moving from Faith to Peace! Read more.
Children's Ministry
Celebrate Wonder activities are designed to guide children from Nursery to 5th Grade and their families through Bible stories, creative experiences, spiritual practices. Read more.
Mark your calendars for our next Wonder Kids Zoom on Wednesday October 14 at 6:30pm.
Join us at 6:00 pm and experience Wednesday night like never before.

Not on Facebook? Not a worry. You can still view at our Faith United Facebook page. Check out this week's edition below.
Pastor Jake Getting to Know You Gatherings
Two more gatherings are available. Make sure to sign up. Spots are limited for safety.
Resources to help enhance your viewing and using of Faith United's digital offerings can be found below.
Prayer Requests
Requests can be emailed to Amanda Englehart to be added to the weekly Thursday prayer list.

Prayer requests are distributed to members via email, not available to the public.
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Amplify Media:
Access thousands of videos for Groups and Bible Studies for all ages.
  • Visit Amplify Media.
  • Enter THYKZM if prompted for an access code
  • If not prompted, look for and click on the icon in the top right corner of a circle with a person outlined inside. Then enter THYKZM in the dropdown menu option for an access code.
  • Follow the prompts to enter your name, email, etc.
  • Create your own password (NOTE: must have at least 6 characters and 1 number)
  • If prompted by your computer to save your log in, make the best decision for you. This can be helpful, so you do not have to log in each time.
  • You are good to go! Take a look around at all the free resources you have available.
  • Participating in a group? Enter the title of your group study in the search bar. Click "Add to Watchlist" to make the videos easier to find. Access your Watchlist from the person icon at the top of the page.
Questions about Amplify Media can be directed to Kathy Schmucker, Spiritual Formation Director.
How to Pick up Group Books:

To pick up your book for any group study, visit the table inside the Gathering Area during the week.
  • Sanitize your hands, find your book, and complete the sign in sheet.
  • Suggested donations by cash/check can be left in the envelope on the table, or pay through online giving by selecting 'book study' fund.
  • Do not let the book cost prohibit you from participating in a group.
If you order from Cokesbury, please use the link on Faith’s website. The church receives credit and a rebate from your purchase.
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Sunday, October 4
8:30am-9:30am World Communion Sunday
8:30am-9:30am Worship by Wire-Stewardship #1 (Traditional)
9:30am-10:30am "Life Together" Study - Pastor Jake (Zoom)
9:45am-10:45am Defying Gravity - Kim Reynolds (Zoom)
7pm-8pm Defying Gravity - McLaughlin (Zoom)

Monday, October 5
10am-11am Defying Gravity - Krigline (Zoom)
6:30pm-7:30pm "Making Sense of the Bible" Study - (Zoom)

Tuesday, October 6
9:30am-10:30am Defying Gravity - Fox (Zoom)
6:30pm-7:30pm "Hope for Hard Times" Study - (Zoom)
6:30pm-8pm Ministry Council - Zoom (Zoom)

Wednesday, October 7
9am-10:30am Footnotes Women's Study - (Zoom)
6pm-6:30pm Wednesday Faith Connections (Zoom, Facebook Live)
6:30pm-7:30pm Wednesday Night Youth (Zoom)
6:30pm-7:30pm "Praying in the Messiness of Life" Study - (Zoom)
6:30pm-7:30pm "White Fragility" Racism Study - (Zoom)
6:30pm-7:30pm Defying Gravity - Griffith (Zoom)
7pm-8pm Defying Gravity - S. Baker (Zoom)

Thursday, October 8
10am-11am Defying Gravity - Gable/Largent (Zoom)
2:30pm-5pm Worship By Wire Recording (Sanctuary)
3pm-4pm Prayer Shawl Ministry - Outside church sign tree
5pm-6pm Unity Challenge Planning Team (Zoom)
6pm-7pm Defying Gravity - Strauch (Zoom)

Friday, October 9
11am-12pm Women's Emmaus Accountability - Laura Luikart Home
3pm-4pm Theology for Our Times (Zoom)
4pm-5pm Pastor Jake GTKY Gathering - Pavilion or Under Tree

Calendar Snapshot - View more at myfaithunited.org/calendar