Pastor’s Pen:
FROM DREAMS TO DEEDS…
[ August 7 ] WATERMELON AND WORSHIP 7:30pm Memorial Pool
[ August 17 ] WEDNESDAY BIBLE STUDY/ PRAYER MEETING RESUMES 5:45pm Fellowship Hall
[ August 31 ] QUARTERLY BUSINESS MEETING 5:45pm Fellowship Hall
@fbcjc @fbcjcmo FBCJC FBCJC
Have you ever noticed how tough it is to transition from brainstorming to execution of a plan? There is an old saying, "The devil is in the details." But in our case, I believe "The Spirit of God is in the details." We have spent the better part of two years in a season of prayer, spiritual discernment, listening and dreaming together regarding the future which God has for FBC JC. Now, the dreams must morph into action. In fact, our imagery and choice of words are changing to reflect that shift. "Imagine If" now becomes "Setting Sail." Five sailing "crews" (teams) will be leading in the implementation of our five big dreams. Remember those? God‐centered worship, life‐changing faith, authentic relationships, community transformation and global partners. As we launch into uncharted waters, an overall Implementation Lead Crew is in place to enhance coordination and communication among all involved. The leaders for these crews were elected at our June 1 business meeting. I don't know how to say this any plainer: The real work is just beginning! And some of the hardest work will be emotional, as we deal with change. In fact, the approach of Appreciative Inquiry, which many of you have used in your workplaces, states that a visioning process is not effective unless it "requires a reworking of your structures and makes everyone a bit uncomfortable." Beginning late summer, our crews will be rereading material and then in the fall, preparing possible initiatives. To assist us in our thinking and doing, between now and February, 2017, I'll be preaching a series of sermons on each of the five dreams. These are exciting days at FBC JC. We need all hands on deck! Your prayers, attention, questions and participation will be vital. Let's set sail together. Grace,
Praise & WORSHIP
August is a wonderful time to join one of our many music small groups. We’d love to welcome you to our adult choir or youth/adult orchestra as we use our gifts to worship the Lord.
ADULT CHOIR LEADS IN WORSHIP Sunday, August 7, 14 8:15 and 10:45am
ADULT CHOIR REHEARSAL RESUMES Wednesday, August 17 6:30pm
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ORCHESTRA LEADS IN WORSHIP Sunday, August 14 8:15 and 10:45am
ORCHESTRA REHEARSAL RESUMES Wednesday, August 17 5:30pm
PRAISE AND WORSHIP TEAM SCHEDULE Wednesday, August 10 6:15pm
Special Rehearsal
Wednesday, August 17, 24, 31 7:45pm Rehearsal
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Friendship Club Jeff Feeler will present a report on THE LAKOTA: PAST THROUGH PRESENT 6:00pm in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone 60 and over is invited. Bring a covered dish and a friend. Need a ride? Call the Church Office at 573.634.3603.
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Homebound Birthday
28 Don Evans
Adams Street Place 1024 Adams Street Room 316 Jefferson City, MO 65101
Congregational LIFE
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Bicycle Races The Missouri State Championship Bicycle Races will be coming to town on Sunday, August 7. The route will not go in front of FBC, but some downtown streets will be blocked. Please make note of that when coming to church that day.
Carlos Williams by statement
Watermelon and Worship
Eve Miller
by statement
Donations
AUG Memorial Pool 7 7:30pm
One of our local ministry projects is to provide coats and bags to the Amtrak station for newly released prisoners. We are currently trying to replenish our supply of SMALL DUFFEL / GYM BAGS FOR MEN. They do not have to be new. If you have any to donate, bring to the Church Office during the week, or place in the specially marked containers in the Fellowship Hall, or at the Missions Display in the Narthex.
$1 per person BRING YOUR FRIENDS !!!
In Sympathy Carrie Peter and family in the death of her stepfather
RESERVED PARKING
Family and friends of Charles Carson
Each Sunday in August, Graham and Geri Williams will be parking in the spot normally reserved for Doyle. The amount they paid went toward the youth summer mission trip.
Julie Watson and family in the death of her stepfather Dale Smith and family in the death of his brother
Thank you, Graham and Geri, for supporting our youth.
Mobile and Online Giving at FBC Contributions can be given quickly and easily by scanning our QR code or by accessing your account through the church life app. The church life app also allows you to access the church directory and calendar. If you have any questions, contact the Church Office.
Bible Teaching Attendance
June 26 July 3 July 10 July 17 July 24
358 316 408 381 326
Worship Attendance June 26 July 3 July 10 July 17 July 24
509 386 403 432 432
Offering June 26 July 3 July 10 July 17 July 24
$21,588.69 $94,283.39 $31,856.77 $22,563.55 $ 9,307.54
Youth MINISTRY Back to School Retreat
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Save the Date for our annual Back to School retreat as we kick off a new year and welcome the upcoming 7th graders.
Dates: Friday, August 19 ‐ Saturday, August 20 (Leave after school on Friday and get back Saturday evening). For more information and to register, go to www.refugejc.com.
Check out pictures and video from our recent youth mission trip to Detroit on our youth website:
refugejc.com
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MOVE UP SUNDAY
Children and parents are invited to pick up breakfast at the beginning of the Bible Teaching hour in both the preschool and elementary areas.
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for those participating in choir and/or riding the church bus. SEPT
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PARENTS NIGHT OUT / KIDS NIGHT IN
6:00 ‐ 9:00pm, Gym Ages 2 through 6th grade are invited Register by September 12
Sunday, August 28 5:15pm
Rehearsal Resumes
Save the DATE 11
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CHILDREN’S CHOIR RESUMES REGISTRATION WILL BEGIN IN AUGUST
Rehearsal Resumes Youth Choir to Dairy Queen
You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & Snapchat at @refugejc! Website: Refugejc.com
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Children will attend Bible Teaching in their 2016‐2017 grade level classes!!
5:15pm 6:15pm
We have a new Refuge Texting Service! To join, text RefugeJC to 313131.
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Sunday, August 21
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SUMMER MISSIONS CELEBRATION 8:15 and 10:45am, Sanctuary
CHURCH‐WIDE FELLOWSHIP 4:30 ‐ 6:30pm, Apple Creek Farm
CBF HEARTLAND FALL ASSEMBLY 2:00 ‐ 9:00pm, Fellowship Hall; Sanctuary