Fast Facts
an e-update on life at FPC
January 28, 2021
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Worship - Sunday, January 31, 2021
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4th Sunday after Epiphany
What is This?
Mark 1:21-28
This week's lectionary texts:
Deuteronomy 18:15-20, 10
Psalm 111
1 Corinthians 8:1-13
Mark 1:21-28
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Join us for worship this Sunday, January 31 at 10:25 am on Facebook Live. You do not have to have an account to join us. The video will go live on the church's public Facebook group. If you do not have a Facebook account, a message will pop up asking if you wish to join. Simply click, "not now" at the bottom of that message and it will go away. You may then enjoy the video as it plays live.
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This Sunday our virtual Sunday School will continue for Pre-K thru 6th grade from 9:45-10:00 am. We hope parents will support their children in participating. A Zoom link will be sent out to all parents in a dedicated email on Friday, January 29.
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Sanctuary flower dates are available February 7, 14, 21 and 28. To provide flowers in honor or in memory of a loved one, contact Susan Joiner at [email protected] or 662-808-3240. Contributions to the Flower Fund are greatly appreciated.
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PYF has returned via Zoom each Sunday at 7:00 pm! To be added to the GroupMe and receive invites to these meetings, please email Lindsay at [email protected].
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FPC's congregational Bible study through the book of James continues during the first two weeks of February. All are welcome to participate in this ongoing adventure through Scripture as we focus on the final two chapters of this winter sessions book. Two sessions are offered via Zoom each Wednesday at 10:00 am and Thursday at 5:15 pm. Please contact the church office to sign up for either class time.
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Bibles with Brews continues during this month with late night digital editions on February 3rd, 10th, and 24th. All are welcome to join the conversation each Wednesday from 7:30 to 9:00 pm as we bring and share different scripture passages about a group picked topic. The topic for February 3rd is "Rest". Please contact David Randolph if you would like to participate.
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FPC's small group ministry has continued throughout this past year by meeting regularly to support one another in our faith through fellowship and study. With the arrival of a new year, it's the perfect time to sign up and begin building deeper relationships within this church family. All are welcome to participate within this important ministry. New small groups will be created on a rolling basis based on interest. Please contact David Randolph if you would like to sign up.
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Tapestry, A biennial leadership training event for the people of the Presbytery of St. Andrew and the Presbytery of the Mid-South, continues in a new way with a special digital offering in 2021! This online event will consist of a group lecture and breakout group conversations on Saturday, January 30th, from 9:00 to noon. Best of all it's FREE but registration is required.
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The keynote speaker is the Rev. Dr. Brennan Breed of Columbia Theological Seminary. His program is about the book of Ecclesiastes; it's one of the strangest and most ignored books in the biblical canon, yet its wisdom seems perfectly crafted for such a time as this–because the author, a sage known only as Qohelet, had first-hand knowledge about living in the midst of a crisis. In this workshop, we will discuss the historical context for the book of Ecclesiastes and explore its life-affirming, experiential and even joyful message.
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As our church family continues ministering during this season of social isolation, please continue to remember your faithful giving to our church. The ministry of FPC continues to make an impact within our congregation and throughout our community. Bible studies and various small group meetings continue online to enrich our lives through the sharing of scripture; local missional activities continue to care for others like More Than A Meal and Love Packs; partners in mission, like Interfaith Compassion, the pantry, Doors of Hope and more, continue their important work as well and we help make that possible.
There are a variety of ways you can give:
If you need help with any specific ways to give, please contact Frances Saralvarez at [email protected].
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Remember in Prayer
FPC Members: Tommy Patrick; Family of Shirley Crawford; Helen Scruggs; Wil Howie; Martha Walcott; Family of Mary Sims; Lark Lindley Wells; Lydia Moak; Family of Pierce Buford; Max Williams; Family of Joe Burnett; Family of Doug Alexander; Family of Marleah Hobbs; Family of Elizabeth Black; Family of Jane Boykin; J. T. Davis; Becky & Joe Murphey; Lynton Dilley; Walter Nance; Debbie McElreath; Director of Music/Organist Search Committee
Family and Friends: Family of Paulette Logan; Family of Florence Pulliam; Stephanie Polk; Taylor Polk; Wanda Lundstrom; Family of Jane Chancey Dubberly; Family of Randy Lutz; Charles Moseley; John Hamauei and family; Idalia Balcazar Gomez; Rhona Justice-Malloy & Amanda Malloy; Tommy Waters; Rachel & Bruce Robinson; Family of Betty Field; Joyce Sumners; Richard Bremer; Sarah LaPrade; Mary Tyler Browne; Patch Hailey; Family of Mary Poole; Family of Ruth Ellen Duvall Kuhnel; Family of Carolyn Stevenson; Sigrid Morrison Long; Family of Barbara Young; Pauline Dick; Bill Sessions; Family of David Brooks; Roun McNeal; Jamie Henderson Turner; Family of Joel James; Lowry Davis; Family of Don Gleason; Brad Hovious; B. Jones; Pat Gillenwater; Tom Callery; Tom Mullen; Linda Chavers; Mark Barnes; Joe Houston; Matt Branch; Erica Baggett; Mackenzie Stetz; Mike Smith; Parchman Prison inmates; Haven House residents; Our Haiti partners; Oxford & Lafayette County First Responders; Community leaders
U. S. Military: SSgt Jason Freeland, USAF 4th Air Support Operation
Please pray, too, for those with unspecified needs.
If you wish to have a name removed or added to this list, please contact the church office.
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The FPC prayer chain is ready if you or someone you know is in need. This is a confidential list that is independent from the names listed above. Please contact Carlisle Wood at [email protected] or 662-832-8606. All requests are held in strict confidence.
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Upcoming Birthdays and Anniversaries
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January Birthdays
28 Thelma Curry, Amy Wilkes
29 Caroline Manning
30 Rob Howell
31 Pratt Wilkinson
January Anniversaries
30 Allyson & Darren Ashmore
February Birthdays
1 Lila Luster, Marianna Ochs
2 Charlie Quick, Luke Westmoreland
3 Gail Hercules, Ann Hobart
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If we've overlooked your birthday or anniversary and you wish to have it included in Fast Facts, please contact Jessica McPhail in the church office.
These announcements are sent weekly from the church. If you don't want to receive them, or if your email address has changed, please send a message to Jessica McPhail in the church office at [email protected].
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