April 25 - May 1, 2021
Worship Series - Life that Looks Like Jesus

Weekly Scripture Readings: 1 John 3:16-24

Missed a week of worship? Find it here.
Electronic giving of Tithes & Offerings is also available.
In-Person Worship Resumes May 2

Watch this video or click here
for what to expect.

We are excited to welcome you
back inside the church.
April 25, 2021

Topic: Invisible Disabilities and Sensory
Inclusion Certification
Featured Guest: Megan Stuck

Join us for conversation and fellowship via Zoom, or watch live via Facebook.
Starting in May, Virtual Lobby will be monthly on the 3rd Sunday at 9:45am.
Thank you to our Faith United friends and family for your generous donations to our personal care kits to be distributed this week at Faith Kitchen.

We were able to fill 150 bags full of personal care items thanks to your generosity.

-Sincerely, Teresa Purses & the Faith Kitchen team.
There are many new studies starting in the next few weeks. Check out some below and check them all out on our Programs & Groups page.

Find the group for you and enjoy the time together with others.

Dive deeper into last week's Worship Engagement and Devotion.
Join us weekly at 6pm to experience Wednesday night like never before.

Not on Facebook? Don't worry.
You can still view at our Faith United Facebook page. Check out our latest WNL below.
Some Current & New Adult Small Group Opportunities

  • Book Discussion- Dolly Parton Songteller April 29
  • Courage - 9:45am Sundays
  • Minor Prophets Monday Night Study - 6:30pm
  • Fierce - Tuesday Women's Group 6pm
  • Words of Life - 9am Wednesdays
  • I'm Still Here - 6:30pm Wednesdays starts May 5
  • Faith of a Mockingbird - 6:30pm May 5
  • Theology for Our Times - Fridays 1pm

For facilitator information, group descriptions, and additional groups, visit our Programs and Group Page. Groups meet via Zoom unless otherwise stated.
Faith & Environment
Weekly Tip

“The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it. The world and all its people belong to God. For God laid the earth’s foundation on the seas and built it on the ocean’s depths.” - Psalm 24:1-2
May/June issues of the Upper Room Devotional and the March/April/May issues of the Daily Bread are available in the Gathering Area.
Faith United has an exciting new way to support you living out your faith.

Amplify Media is a video library with thousands of videos for adults, youth and kids that you can view from your phone, tablet, computer or tv. These resources can be used for individual or group studies, and there is even a special section just for kids! Check out these instructions to access your free account. Questions? Contact Kathy Schmucker, Spiritual Formation Director.
Sunday Night Youth Group resumes in person May 16 with two timeslots: 6-6:45pm and 7:15-8pm. Students must RSVP to Amy Ferguson or Emily Jacobs each week due to limited availability. This is being offered according to CDC guidelines with masks and social distancing. Contact Amy for more information.

Our Wednesday Night Youth Group will be doing a study on 1 John following along with our sermon series. Students in grades 6-12 who would like to join, can contact Amy for the Zoom link.

Check out our Sunday Night Videos for youth or anyone who wants to watch - All are Welcome! Read more
Celebrate Wonder activities guide children Nursery to 5th Grade, and their families, through Bible stories, creative experiences, and spiritual practices. Read more.
Last week's Sunday School Activities. Pick 1-2 activities to do, and watch last week's Bible Story video on Amplify Media.
Have a parent check out these steps to watch videos made just for you!
Register for Summer Camp!
 
Check out programs, register and learn about COVID-19 changes here. Faith United has camperships available to help you attend camp. Visit Faith United’s Summer Camp Page for details. 

Applications for Camperships are due April 30.
Faith United College Scholarships - Due April 25
Faith Church Scholarship Applications are available on the church website for graduating seniors and post high students. Deadline to return completed applications and sealed transcripts to the church office is noon on Sunday, April 25, 2021. Questions – contact Beth Miller, Scholarship Coordinator.
Cokesbury is a great resource to purchase Bibles, devotionals, gifts and more!

When you order, please use this link. The church receives credit and a rebate from your purchase.
Order gift cards year round from The Youth Mission Team.
Part of each order benefits the Youth Mission Fund.

Check this listing of available gift cards and email Amy Ferguson for more information.
Resources to help
enhance your viewing
and using of Faith
United's digital offerings:
As of Thursday, April 22, Stark County is in Red Level status.
Calendar events are subject to change or cancel based on status level.
Sunday, April 25
9am-9:30am Virtual Lobby (Zoom)
9:45am-10:45am Courage Study (Zoom)
10am-11am Confirmation Pictures (Chapel)
11am-12pm Worship - Live Stream (Sanctuary)

Monday, April 26
6:30pm-7:30pm The Minor Prophets Bible Study (Zoom)

Tuesday, April 27
6:30pm-7:30pm Fierce: Women of the Bible (Zoom)
7pm-8pm SPRC (Zoom)

Wednesday, April 28
9am-10:30am "Words of Life" Women's Study (Zoom)
6pm-6:30pm Wednesday Night Live (Zoom, Facebook Live)
6:30pm-7:30pm Wednesday Night Youth (Zoom)

Thursday, April 29
5pm-6pm Unity Challenge Planning Team (Zoom)

Friday, April 30
1pm-2pm Theology for Our Times (Zoom)
2:30pm-3:30pm Women's Emmaus Accountability- Luikart (Zoom)

Calendar Snapshot - View more at myfaithunited.org/calendar