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Rejoicing in this wonderful day,

The Leadership Team of First Assembly

Wednesday, February 25, 2009

February 25 Announcements

Young at Heart Fellowship
The Young at Heart will meet at Merle Sartini’s home for a Beans n Greens dinner on Friday, February 27 at 6:00 PM. If you would like to ride on the van, please meet at the church at 5:45 PM.

Wilson’s Wager
Brett Wilson and his band Wilson’s Wager will be with us Friday, February 27 in the Family Life Center at 7:00 PM.

Stitches of Love
Stitches of Love will meet Tuesday, March 3 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. If you would like more information, please contact Pat Wescott.

40 & Below Ladies Fellowship
40 & Below is a new WM ministry to bring together ladies who are 40 & younger for a great time of fun and fellowship. The first meeting will be Friday, March 6 at 7:00 PM at Sis. Dorinda’s home (803 Stratford, West Memphis) to watch a Chonda Pierce video. Please bring a 2 liter soda and your favorite snack. If you have any questions, please call the office.

30 + Singles Fellowship
The 30+ Singles will eat at Kooky Kunuc on Friday, March 6. Please meet at the church at 6:00 PM. If you plan to attend, please contact Diane Lumpkin.

Christian Education Teachers Training Workshop
All Sunday School teachers, Girls Ministries leaders, Royal Rangers leaders, or anyone interested in teaching is encouraged to attend the C.E. Teachers Training Workshop on Saturday, March 7 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. The speakers will be Pastor Rusty—Adult, Pastor Bill—Children, Dane Hall—Youth. Stephanie Sharp will also be sharing about Autism. If you have any questions, please call the church office.

Couples Night Out
All couples are invited to a Couples Night Out on Saturday, March 7 at 5:00 PM. We will show the movie, Fireproof. The Revolve youth concession stand will be open for snacks and drinks.

Time Change—Spring Forward
On Saturday night, March 7 don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour.


Discovery Class for Potential New Members
If you are interested in church membership or becoming involved in church ministry, we invite you to attend The Discovery Sunday School Class beginning Sunday, March 29 at 9:30 AM in the Discovery classroom. This 9-week class is taught by Bobby Kennedy.

Wednesday, February 18, 2009

February 18 Announcements

Angel Food Ministries
The distribution for February is Saturday, February 21 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM in the Family Life Center. If you are interested in volunteering with the distribution, please contact the church office.

WM Kountry Kitchen/Pie & Cake Auction
The WM Kountry Kitchen/Pie & Cake Auction is Sunday, February 22 after the PM service.

Guest Speaker
We will have missionary Charles Robertson with us Wednesday, February 25 at 7:00 PM in the sanctuary. He is with Appointed Ministries.

Young at Heart Fellowship
The Young at Heart will meet at Merle Sartini’s home for a Beans n Greens dinner on Friday, February 27 at 6:00 PM. If you would like to ride on the van, please meet at the church at 5:45 PM.

Wilson’s Wager
Brett Wilson and his band Wilson’s Wager will be with us Friday, February 27 in the Family Life Center at 7:00 PM.

Stitches of Love
Stitches of Love will meet Tuesday, March 3 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. If you would like more information, please contact Pat Wescott.

Christian Education Teachers Training Workshop
All Sunday School teachers, Girls Ministries leaders, Royal Rangers leaders, or anyone interested in teaching is encouraged to attend the C.E. Teachers Training Workshop on Saturday, March 7 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM. The speakers will be Pastor Rusty—Adult, Pastor Bill—Children, Dane Hall—Youth. Stephanie Sharp will also be sharing about Autism. If you have any questions, please call the church office.

Couples Night Out
All couples are invited to a Couples Night Out on Saturday, March 7 at 5:00 PM. We will show the movie, Fireproof.

Spring Cleaning
Do you need leaves raked, tree limbs picked up, window washing or gutters cleaned out?
The Revolve Youth group is here to help! They will be working on Saturdays, February 21, 28, March 7 and 21st to raise money for trips and activities. Sign up sheets are available at each entrance or you may see Pastor Johnny or any youth sponsor.

Time Change—Spring Forward
On Saturday night, March 7 don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour.

Wednesday, February 4, 2009

February 4 Announcements

Winter Jam 09
The Revolve youth group will attend Winter Jam ‘09 at the Desoto Civic Center on Thursday, February 5. Tickets are $10 each. If you would like to attend, please see Pastor Johnny.

30+ Singles Fellowship
The 30+ Singles will meet Friday, February 6 at 7:00 PM for a movie and snack night at the home of Patricia McGarrity (1506 Brentwood, West Memphis). A meal will not be served.

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 by Friday, February 6. If you have card tables you can loan, please let Jackie know.

Genesis Meeting
There will be a meeting for Genesis leaders on Sunday, February 15 at 4:30 PM in the Family Life Center.

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

Deacon Commissioning Service
There will be a commissioning service Sunday, February 15 for new Deacons and Secretary/Treasurer. All new and outgoing Deacons are asked to be in attendance. The newly elected Deacons for 2009 are Dale Jones, Byron Orewiler and Larry Sharpe. The elected Secretary/Treasurer for 2009 is Larry Forbis. Please pray for our Deacon Board as they guide us into an exciting new year.

Deacons Meeting
The monthly deacons meeting will be Monday, February 16 at 7:00 PM in Pastor Rusty’s conference room.

Adult Ministries CORE Meeting
The CORE leaders for Adult Ministries will meet Wednesday, February 18 at 5:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

Camp Forms
Kids and Youth Camp forms and registration fee is due Sunday, February 15. The cost for Kids Camp is $55 and Youth is $50. Forms are available at each entrance. If you have any questions, please contact Jackie Harrell for Kids and Pastor Johnny for Youth.