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There are also links to our pastoral staff blogs to the right. An added feature is our prayer blog. (If you would like a prayer request added to this blog, please contact Laurie A. at supermom4jc @ yahoo.)

It is our prayer that this blog will help you keep up with ALL of the exciting ministries and events of our great church!

Be sure to check out Pastor Rusty's blog for devotions and encouragement straight from God's Word!

Rejoicing in this wonderful day,

The Leadership Team of First Assembly

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Church Tonight!

In response to the numerous phone calls today we wanted to let you all know that:

We will have our regularly scheduled services tonight - January 28, 2009.

Please use your own judgement regarding the roads in your area. Right now, the parking lot is clear and so is Missouri Street.

If you are able to make it tonight, we look forward to seeing you!

Please be careful and do not get out if your roads are dangerous.

Blessings to each of you this cold day!
The Pastoral Staff

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

January 21 Announcements

Ladies Brown Bag Luncheon
All ladies are invited to the Brown Bag Luncheon in the Fellowship Hall on Thursday, January 22 at 12:00 PM. If you have any questions, you may see Jackie Harrell.

Young at Heart Fellowship/Business Meeting
The Young at Heart will meet Friday, January 23 at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall for a time of fellowship and a business meeting.

Royal Rangers Pinewood Derby
Everyone is invited to the Royal Rangers Pinewood Derby on Saturday, January 24. Registration begins at 6:00 PM and the race begins at 6:30 PM. Cars may be picked up from a Royal Ranger Commander and the cost is $5 and includes registration.

Annual Business Meeting
The annual business meeting is scheduled for Sunday, January 25 at 6:00 PM in the sanctuary. All members are encouraged to attend.

Fine Arts Festival Information
If you are planning to attend the Fine Arts Festival in March, there is a registration form to fill out and a $5 fee and is due Sunday, January 25. If you have any questions, you may contact Pastor Johnny or call the office.

Young Adult Bible Study
All young adults are invited to a Bible study taught by Brandon Spencer on Monday nights at 7:30 PM in the Choir room.

Christian Education Teachers Appreciation Dinner
All Christian Education teachers are invited to an appreciation dinner on Saturday, January 31 at 6:00 PM at Spaghetti Warehouse. Please RSVP to the church office by Wednesday, January 28.

Daddy-Daughter Date Night
The 2009 Daddy-Daughter date night is scheduled for Friday, February 13 at 7:00 PM in the Family Life Center. Tickets are $15/couple ($7 additional daughter) and corsages are $5. You may contact Jackie Harrell or the church office to make your reservations. If you have card tables you can loan, please let Jackie know.

New Member Recognition
On Sunday, February 15 in the PM service, we will recognize our new members.

Kids and Youth Camps
Camp forms for kids and youth are now available at each information table. The cost for kids camp is $55 and youth is $50. The deadline for forms and registration fee is Sunday February 15.

Friday, January 16, 2009

Announcements for January 16

Children & Youth CORE Leaders Meeting
There will be a Children & Youth CORE leaders meeting on Sunday, January 18 at 5:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

CORE Meeting
There will be a meeting for all CORE leaders on Sunday, January 18 at 6:00 PM in the Family Life Center.

Deacons Meeting
The January deacons meeting will be Monday, January 19 at 7:00 PM in Pastor Rusty’s office.

Young at Heart Fellowship/Business Meeting
The Young at Heart will meet Friday, January 23 at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall for a time of fellowship and a business meeting.

Royal Rangers Pinewood Derby
Everyone is invited to the Royal Rangers Pinewood Derby on Saturday, January 24. Registration begins at 6:00 PM and the race begins at 6:30 PM. Cars may be picked up from a Royal Ranger Commander and the cost is $5 and includes registration.

Annual Business Meeting
The annual business meeting is scheduled for Sunday, January 25 at 6:00 PM in the sanctuary. All members are encouraged to attend.

Christian Education Teachers Appreciation Dinner
All Christian Education teachers are invited to an appreciation dinner on Saturday, January 31 at 6:00 PM at Spaghetti Warehouse. Please RSVP to the church office by Wednesday, January 28.

Daddy-Daughter Date Night
The 2009 Daddy-Daughter date night is scheduled for Friday, February 13 at 7:00 PM in the Family Life Center. Tickets are $15/couple ($7 additional daughter) and corsages are $5. You may contact Jackie Harrell or the church office to make your reservations. If you have card tables you can loan, please let Jackie know.

New Ladies Bible Study
Beth Moore Bible Study—Esther
Beginning March 5

There will be times to choose from:
1. Thursdays @ 12:00 PM, Led by Jackie Harrell
2. Thursdays @ 6:30 PM, Led by Laurie Adams

You may sign up by contacting Jackie at 739-3420 or jackieharrell21@yahoo.com or Laurie at 901-486-8703 or supermom4jc@yahoo.com.

The only cost is $15 to cover the cost of the study book.

Friday, January 9, 2009

Women's Ministries Day

Sunday morning 2/22 is National WM Day and we will be honoring Sis.Ruby Morgan for her years of dedication and service. We want to present her a book filled with notes of appreciation. If you would like to write a note of appreciation for her please have it in by Sunday, February 8. You can email it in as an attachment to Becky Harness at karatewomanbecky@yahoo.com or you can write it and give to one of the pastor's wives.

Thursday, January 8, 2009

Finding Treasure in Your Jar of Clay



2nd Annual Ladies Weekend:
Finding Treasure in Your Jar of Clay




Friday, February 20 - Sunday February 22


First Assembly of God
503 N. Missouri St.
West Memphis, AR 72301


Early Bird Registration: $20 (by Feb 15th)
On-site Registration: $35 (after Feb. 15th)
(includes Breakfast and Lunch Saturday)


We invite all women of all ages to join us for this very special weekend!
Last year was wonderful and we hope to have even more for you ladies this year!


Friday, February 20


7:00 pm Evening Service
Special Speaker: Dorinda Blann
Fun, Food, and Fellowship will follow the Service in the Fellowship Hall

Saturday, February 21
8:30 am – 3:30 pm


8:30..............................Continental Breakfast


9:00..............................Opening Session


9:30 - 11:30.................Sessions I, II


11:30.............................Lunch


12:30 – 2:30................Session III, IV


2:30...............................Closing Service


Sunday, February 22


8:oo am and 10:30 amServices w/ Sis. Vickie Smeya


To register online- please send an email with your name, phone number and email to
wmfirstassembly @ yahoo. com
In the subject line please put: Ladies Weekend Registration.

Wednesday, January 7, 2009

January 7 Announcements

Ladies Brown Bag Luncheon
All ladies are invited to the Ladies Brown Bag Luncheon in the Fellowship Hall on Thursday, January 8 at 12:00 PM. If you have any questions, you may see Jackie Harrell.

Angel Food Ministries
January menus are available on-line at www.angelfoodministries.com and the information tables. Walk-in orders are available through Thursday, January 8 and the 0n-line order date is Sunday, January 11. The pick up date is Saturday, January 17 from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM. If you have any questions, you may call the church office.

Music Department Fundraiser
The music department will sell concessions during the BCS National Championship game in the Family Life Center. Everyone is invited to watch the Florida Gators vs Oklahoma Sooners on the big screen and have a great time of fellowship.

Sunday School Executive Committee
There will be a meeting for the Sunday School Executive Committee on Sunday, January 11 at 12:30 PM at Ameca Mexican Restaurant.

Sunday School & Christian Education Teachers Meeting
On Sunday, January 11, there will be a meeting for all Sunday School teachers at 4:30 PM in the Family Life Center.

Baby Shower for Kristin Green
We will honor Kristin Green with a baby shower on Monday, January 12 at 7:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Kristin is having a girl. She is registered at Babies R Us, Target and Wal-Mart.

Young Adult Bible Study
All young adults are invited to a Bible study taught by Brandon Spencer on Monday nights beginning January 12 at 7:30 PM in the Choir room.

WM Meeting
All ladies are invited to the WM meeting on Tuesday, January 13 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

Children & Youth CORE Leaders Meeting
There will be a Children & Youth CORE leaders meeting on Sunday, January 18 at 5:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

CORE Meeting
There will be a meeting for all CORE leaders on Sunday, January 18 at 6:00 PM in the Family Life Center.

Deacons Meeting
The January deacons meeting will be Monday, January 19 at 6:00 PM in Pastor Rusty’s office.

Young at Heart Fellowship/Business Meeting
The Young at Heart will meet Friday, January 23 at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall for a time of fellowship and a business meeting.

Royal Rangers Pinewood Derby
Everyone is invited to the Royal Rangers Pinewood Derby will be Saturday, January 24. Registration begins at 6:00 PM and the race begins at 6:30 PM. Cars may be picked up from a Royal Ranger Commander and the cost is $5 and includes registration.

Annual Business Meeting
The annual business meeting is scheduled for Sunday, January 25 at 6:00 PM in the sanctuary. All members are encouraged to attend.