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Announcements
Open House – March 19
Washington Christian Academy is a K-12 college preparatory school located on 67 acres in Olney, Maryland. They will be hosting an Open House on March 19th at 9:30 am. For more information, call 240-390-0429 or email twilson@washingtonchriistian.org.
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Can You Bring A Bag of Candy?
On Sunday, March 21 we will be collecting bags of candy for an outreach to the Good Hope Community. This event will take place soon, so we have only this one week to help out. Bags will be received at the Guest Services Counter.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Prayer Leaders Meeting March 14
Youth Laser Tag March 19
Spaghetti Dinner March 21
Next KIDZ CHALLENGE March 12 & 26
Good Friday Service April 2
Easter Sunday April 4
District Women’s Retreat April 23-25
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Can You Provide a Meal?
From time to time, we serve the body of Christ by providing meals for people in times of need. If you are able to participate in this way or to provide money for a meal to be purchased, please sign up on the Communication Card on Sunday.
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Come Pray with Us
• Wednesday Night at First Alliance Every week – 7:00 p.m.
• Wednesday Night at the Enclave First & Third Wed. – 7:00 p.m.
• Wednesday Night – “World & Local Missions” Last Wed. – 7:00 p.m.
• Friday Mornings – “Living Water” (Women) Every week – 9:30 a.m.
• Saturday Mornings (Men) First Saturday – 7:30 a.m.
• Sunday Mornings Rotating Sundays – 11:00 a.m.
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Come Serve with Us
1. White Oak Team 1st and 3rd Wednesday nights – 7:00 p.m.
2. Cloverly/Good Hope Team Sunday mornings – 9:30 a.m.
3. KIDZ CHALLENGE 5 Friday nights per semester – 7:30 p.m.
4. Youth Ministry Sun. nights (6:30 p.m.) or Wed. nights – 7:00 p.m.
5. India Team Last Wednesday night – 7:45 p.m.
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India Outreach Team – NEW!
Currently we have four teams that are working to reach people in our local community for Jesus (White Oak, Good Hope, KIDZ CHALLENGE, Youth Ministry). Now we are introducing a fifth team to reach across the globe and touch the people of India. This group will meet monthly in conjunction with the World and Local Missions Prayer Meeting (last Wednesday of each month). Is God calling you to be a part of this team? Speak to Jeff or Sue Pankratz, or call the church office at 301-384-6996.
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Women’s Spring Retreat
"Pass the Salt" is the theme of our District Retreat in Ocean City, MD, on April 23-24, where we'll be encouraged to be salt and light in a world that needs both. Our First Alliance extended stay through April 25 will include SALT: we’ll be coached to write out the story of our spiritual journey so we can share it with our friends; LIGHT: we’ll look at a variety of ways to share our faith and figure out options that are a good fit for us; and SPA NITE: since beautiful are the feet that bring good news (Is. 52:7), we’ll give ourselves pedicures while we enjoy games and a movie. Retreat brochures are available at the guest services counter. Registration deadline is March 14. Contact Rita Schuh, 301-589-8377, with questions.
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Special Prayer Meeting – NEW!
Starting Wednesday, February 24 and on every last Wednesday of the month, we will hold a special meeting to pray for World and Local Missions. Jeff Pankratz, missionary to India and China will lead us. Come join us as we meet in the sanctuary and support God’s work here and around the world.
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New Sermon Series
On January 17 we we started a new series of studies in the sanctuary that coordinates with our adult discipleship ministry. The series is called “Connecting in Christ Together” focusing on the importance of Christian fellowship. Understanding and experiencing biblical community cannot be overstated. Everyone who is in Christ needs to be connected to others who are in Christ. It is not just good for us, it is required by Jesus.
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Adult Discipleship Training – Purchase Books on Sunday
Classes/groups for both level 1 and level 2 started January 17. Books are available for purchase on Sunday at the guest services counter. Level 1 covers: Assurance of salvation, God’s love and forgiveness, the Holy Spirit, and Disciplines for growth. Level 2 focuses on biblical community and the connectedness that we have in Christ. Need help finding or starting a group, indicate your interest on the Communication Card.
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New Year – New Habit
Are you spending time in God’s Word on a regular basis? The start of a new year is always a good time to start ain the church lobby you will find a helpful reading guide. If you don’t have a Bible of your own, we would be glad to provide you with one. All you have to do is ask.
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Vision Statement
A vision statement is a word picture of a preferred future. It incorporates our sense of mission and what we believe that God wants to accomplish through us. The short statement below is simple enough to memorize. A more detailed description is also available. If you have not received a copy, stop by the ushers table at the back of the sanctuary on Sunday.
Vision Statement of
First Alliance Church:
We will change our world
by helping people
know God, love life and serve others.
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First Alliance Youth
All Youth Lazer Tag!
One of our most popular events is back again. On Friday March 19th we will be going to play at XP Lazer Sport in Laurel MD. We will be leaving the Church at 7:30pm and returning at around 10:15pm. This event is for both Middle and High School youth. So if you are in grades 6-12 we hope to see you there. This event is designed for teens to invite their friends. The cost is $15 per person, plus a little extra cash for a snack. Hope to see you there.
LIFE spaghetti Dinner
On March 21st right after the Sunday morning worship service the youth will be serving lunch. The teens will be preparing and serving a traditional spaghetti dinner in the Family Life Center. All are welcome to attend and donations will be taken to help the youth attend the LIFE conference in July. We hope you can make it.
Youth Yard Sale
On April 10th the teens are planning on doing a yard sale. This yard sale is to help raise money for the teens to go to the LIFE conference this summer. If there is anything that you have around your house that you would like to donate to be sold, please start to set it aside now. I’m sure many of you will start your spring cleaning soon.
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Missing Anything?
A variety of clothing items have been left at the church and are hanging up on the coat rack in the hallway between the two buildings. Stop by and see what might you yours. Also, if you left any other items at the church, call the church office to see if we have found them: 301-384-6996.
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Vision Statement
Copies of our church’s new vision statement were distributed October 18, 2009. The statement reads:
We will change our world
by helping people
know God, love life and serve others.
Knowing God is possible because of the incarnation of Jesus Christ and the reflection of his life in ours. Loving life is the result of being filled by the Spirit of God, nourished by the Word of God and encouraged by the people of God. Serving others is a calling that follows the example and creativity of Christ who made us to do good works. Changing our world is possible because of the change that Jesus can make in us as we submit our lives to him. Changing the world around us is a measured hope of making a difference in the community that God has called us to serve.
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Birthday/Anniversary Calendars
As you enjoy the fellowship after church on Sunday, look for the monthly calendars on the wall. Find your birthday and/or anniversary date and write in your name. Notice people who have similar special dates and commit to pray for them.
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KIDZSPACE
Acts of Love/KIDZ CHALLENGE Care Project Sunday, March 14
Children were part of serving God with their actual hands March 14! We will make sandwiches for homeless individuals and elementary aged children made muffins for their teachers as an edible way to show God's love to people they see almost as much as their family!
Thanks to those who brought supplies and the Real Missions Class for their hands on help.
GoKidz is back!
Next Sunday, March 21, the 3rd of the month, our 1st - 5th graders will start out in the main service. They will be excused prior to the sermon to participate in our GoKidz class. The focus of GoKidz is missions and we move from country to country to see what God is doing around the world. March 21st we'll be headed to Dominican Republic.
KIDZ CHALLENGE continues March 26
Elementary aged children will learn valuable teambuilding skills while competing in (almost) Olympic events. Our Spring Session kicked off Feburary 26th. Registrations are still welcomed. Don't miss our next event!
Remaining event nights: March 26, April 16, April 30.
Camp Hashawha 2010
Mark your calenders for our annual trip to Camp Hashawha for Kindergarten – 5th graders. We depart Friday afternoon, June 18th and return Saturday evening June 19th. Children in Kindergarten – 2nd grade may come with a parent of their same gender.
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Church Sign Update
After much discussion and prayer, the Leadership Team has decided not to pursue a banner name for the sign at this time. We will proceed, however, with the listing of each church that meets in the building and a tag line or web address. More information to come.
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Save the Date!
We’ve moved the Women’s Retreat to spring. But this Retreat is worth waiting for – great content and great venue! Our theme is “Pass the Salt” - we’ll learn about being “salty” women who are change-agents in our world. We’ll be going to the Dunes Manor Hotel in Ocean City, MD on April 23-24, 2010 (Friday-Saturday). If you save only $5 per week from now until the March registration deadline, you’ll cover your $120 fee (retreat registration, 4-person room, Saturday breakfast and lunch). More details will be provided with registration package in January. For additional information or questions, contact Rita Schuh at 301-589-8377. |
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