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Rejoicing in this wonderful day,

The Leadership Team of First Assembly

Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Scheduled Reading Plan Through the Bible in a Year
Wednesday: Deuteronomy 5-7; Psalm 43
Thursday: Deuteronomy 8-10; Psalm 44
Friday: Deuteronomy 11-13; Psalm 45
Saturday: Deuteronomy 14-16; Psalm 46
Sunday: Reflection, Review and Renew

Observation: What stood out to you from this reading?
Application: What can I take away to meditate, “chew on” and
apply?
Prayer: (Together as a family)

Church Directory
Sign ups for the updated directory is going on now! You may sign up in the foyer before first service and in the Family Life Center before and after second service. You may also sign up on line at https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/firstassemblyofgod1/index.php?page=10 and receive a $10 credit. If you bring a canned food item for our food pantry on the day of your appointment, you will receive a $5 credit. We look forward to everyone participating! If you have any questions, please call Beth at the church office. The picture days are Friday, April 15, Saturday, April 16, Monday, April 25 and Tuesday, April 26.

4F Club Fellowship
The 4F Club will meet at the church at 6:00 PM on Friday, April 1 to go to Red Lobster. Please call Diane Lumpkin at 870-733-4338 if you would like to go.

Revolve’s Spring Fling Fundraiser
On Saturday, April 2, the Revolve Youth group will have a yard sale and car wash from 6:00 AM-3:00 PM. The yard sale will be in the Family Life Center and the car wash will be on the parking lot. The youth are accepting items for the yard sale in the Family Life Center. If you need anything picked up, please call the office.

Revolve Fish Fry
The youth are hosting a Fish Fry on Friday, April 8 from 6:30-8:30 PM in the Family Life Center. An adult plate is $10 and a child’s plate is $5. You may substitute chicken for the fish. Buy your tickets today from any Revolve student. Thanks for supporting us and Speed the Light!

Engage Fellowship
All young adults are invited to attend a Redbirds game with Engage on Saturday, April 9 at 6:05 PM. Tickets are $11 each. If you would like to go please contact Devin Griggs by March 30.

Creations of Love
All ladies are invited to Creation of Love on Monday, April 11 at 6:00 PM in the Family Life Center.

Women’s Ministries Meeting
All ladies are invited to the WM meeting on Tuesday, April 12 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

Young at Heart Fellowship
The Young at Heart will meet Friday, April 15 at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall to celebrate the Easter season.

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

Scheduled Reading Plan Through the Bible in a Year
Wednesday: Numbers 31-33; Psalm 37:23-40
Thursday: Numbers 34-36; Psalm 38
Friday: Galatians 1-2; Psalm 39
Saturday: Galatians 3-4; Psalm 40
Sunday: Reflection, Review and Renew

Observation: What stood out to you from this reading?
Application: What can I take away to meditate, “chew on” and
apply?
Prayer: (Together as a family)

Church Directory
Sign ups for the updated directory is going on now! You may sign up in the foyer before first service and in the Family Life Center before and after second service. You may also sign up on line athttps://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/firstassemblyofgod1/index.php?page=10 and receive a $10 credit. If you bring a canned food item for our food pantry on the day of your appointment, you will receive a $5 credit. We look forward to everyone participating! If you have any questions, please call Beth at the church office. The picture days are Friday, April 15, Saturday, April 16, Monday, April 25 and Tuesday, April 26.

Girls Ministries Reminder
The remaining $15 for the Girls Retreat needs to be turned in by TONIGHT to Kristy Gibbs.

Whatevers Fellowship
All married couples are invited to the Whatevers fellowship on Saturday, March 26. They will be bowling at Eagles Lanes from 5:30-7:00 PM. The cost is $8/person and includes shoe rental. There are a limited number of spots reserved. Please call Beth at the office if you plan to attend.

Young at Heart Fellowship
The Young at Heart will leave the church at 4:00 PM on Saturday, March 26 to eat at Branden’s Station. If you have any questions, please contact Sue Bramucci.

Girls Ministries Leadership Training Course
There will be a Girls Ministries leadership training video on Sunday, March 27 at 4:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Dinner will be served. If you have any questions, please see Kristy Gibbs.

4F Club Fellowship
The 4F Club will meet at the church at 6:00 PM on Friday, April 1 to go to Red Lobster. Please call Diane Lumpkin at 870-733-4338 if you would like to go.

Revolve’s Spring Fling Fundraiser
On Saturday, April 2, the Revolve Youth group will have a yard sale and car wash from 6:00 AM-3:00 PM. The yard sale will be in the Family Life Center and the car wash will be on the parking lot. The youth are accepting items for the yard sale in the Family Life Center. If you need anything picked up, please call the office.

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Scheduled Reading Plan Through the Bible in a Year
Wednesday: Hebrews 7-8; Psalm 27
Thursday: Hebrews 9-10; Psalm 28
Friday: Hebrews 11-13; Psalm 29
Saturday: Numbers 1-3; Psalm 30
Sunday: Reflection, Review and Renew

Observation: What stood out to you from this reading?
Application: What can I take away to meditate, “chew on” and
apply?
Prayer: (Together as a family)

Ladies Weekend 2011
All ladies are encouraged to attend the “Quiet Influence” Ladies Weekend on Friday, March 11-Saturday, March 12. The cost is $35 and includes the banquet on Friday night, breakfast and lunch on Saturday and the conference registration. The topics will be Influence in Caring for Aging Parents, Influence with your Teenagers, Influence with your Children, Being Influential in the Workplace, Quiet Influence with an Unsaved Spouse,Cultivate my Inner Beauty Lord!, and The Influence of My Perspective. The speakers will be Laurie Adams, Denise Baxley, Dorinda Blann, Becky Harness, LaVaye Harness, and Lee Ann Sturch.

Spring Forward
Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour Saturday, March 12 for the Spring Forward time change!

Church Directory
Sign ups for the updated directory will begin Sunday, March 13. You may sign up in the foyer before first service and in the Family Life Center before and after second service. You may also sign up on line at
https://www.securedata-trans14.com/ap/firstassemblyofgod1/index.php?page=10
and receive a $10 credit. If you bring a canned food item for our food pantry on the day of your appointment, you will receive a $5 credit. We look forward to everyone participating! If you have any questions, please call Beth at the church office. The picture days are Friday, April 15, Saturday, April 16, Monday, April 25 and Tuesday, April 26.

Wedding Shower
On Monday, March 14, we have a wedding shower for Amanda Forbis at 7:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Amanda is registered at Accent Flowers, JC Penny, Target, Sears and Bed, Bath & Beyond.

Revolve’s Spring Fling Fundraiser
On Saturday, March 26, the Revolve Youth group will have a yard sale and car wash from 6:00 AM-3:00 PM. The yard sale will be in the Family Life Center and the car wash will be on the parking lot. The week of March 21-25, the youth will be accepting items for the yard sale in the Family Life Center. If you need anything picked up, please call the office.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Scheduled Reading Plan Through the Bible in a Year
Wednesday: Leviticus 15-18; Proverbs 16:17-33
Thursday: Leviticus 19-21; Proverbs 17:1-14
Friday: Leviticus 22-24; Proverbs 17:15-28
Saturday: Leviticus 25-27; Psalm 24
Sunday: Reflection, Review and Renew

Observation: What stood out to you from this reading?
Application: What can I take away to meditate, “chew on” and
apply?
Prayer: (Together as a family)

Revolve Fine Arts Dinner Theater
The talented students of Revolve will be displaying their various arts to glorify the Lord as you enjoy a warm chili dinner on Thursday, March 3 at 6:00 PM in the Family Life Center. The cost is $10 for adults and $5 for kids and the money will go towards Speed the Light and Revolve Ministries. You may purchase tickets with any youth or youth sponsor. Thanks for your support!

Girls Ministries Pizza Party
On Friday, March 4, the Girls Ministries will have a pizza party in the Family Life Center from 7:00-9:00 PM.

4 F Club Fellowship
The 4 F Club will meet Friday, March 4 at the home of Jeff & Tanya Peninger (183 George Cir., Marion) at 6:15 PM for a time of fun and fellowship. Please bring a finger food and for more information, contact Diane Lumpkin at 870-733-4338.

Creations of Love
Back by popular demand, we will create something with picture frames on Monday, March 7 at 6:00 PM in the Family Life Center. Have your Creation mode on go, bring a picture frame and glue stick and come join us for fun and fellowship.

Ladies Weekend 2011
All ladies are encouraged to attend the “Quiet Influence” Ladies Weekend on Friday, March 11-Saturday, March 12. The cost is $25 ($35 after March 6) and includes the banquet on Friday night, breakfast and lunch on Saturday and the conference registration. The topics will be Influence in Caring for Aging Parents, Influence with your Teenagers, Influence with your Children, Being Influential in the Workplace, Quiet Influence with an Unloved Spouse, Cultivate my Inner Beauty Lord!, and The Influence of My Perspective. The speakers will be Laurie Adams, Denise Baxley, Dorinda Blann, Becky Harness, LaVaye Harness, and Lee Ann Sturch.

Friday, February 25, 2011

Scheduled Reading Plan Through the Bible in a Year
Wednesday: Acts 24-25; Proverbs 13:13-25
Thursday: Acts 26-28; Proverbs 14:1-18
Friday: Leviticus 1-4; Proverbs 14:19-35
Saturday: Leviticus 5-8; Proverbs 15:1-17
Sunday: Reflection, Review and Renew

Observation: What stood out to you from this reading?
Application: What can I take away to meditate, “chew on” and
apply?
Prayer: (Together as a family)

Young at Heart Fellowship
The Young at Heart will meet Friday, February 25 at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall for a country dinner.

Wedding Shower
Please join us on Saturday, February 26 at 10:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall for a wedding shower for Jordan and Krista Adams. They are registered at Target and Sears.

Revolve Fine Arts Dinner Theater
The talented students of Revolve will be displaying their various arts to glorify the Lord as you enjoy a warm chili dinner. The cost is $10 and the money will go towards Speed the Light and Revolve Ministries. You may purchase tickets with any youth or youth sponsor.
Thanks for your support!

Girls Ministries Pizza Party
On Friday, March 4, the Girls Ministries will have a pizza party in the Family Life Center from 7:00-9:00 PM.

4 F Club Fellowship
The 4 F Club will meet Friday, March 4 at the home of Jeff & Tanya Peninger (183 George Cir., Marion) at 6:15 PM for a time of fun and fellowship. Please bring a finger food and for more information, contact Diane Lumpkin at 870-733-4338.

Creations of Love
Back by popular demand, we will create something with picture frames on Monday, March 7 at 6:00 PM in the Family Life Center. Have your Creation mode on go, bring a picture frame and glue stick and come join us for fun and fellowship.


Ladies Weekend is Coming
March 11-12

Monday, February 7, 2011

Special Announcement

Due to the weather, Creations of Love will NOT meet tonight.

Friday, February 4, 2011

4-F Club Fellowship
The 4 F Club will have a Potluck dinner on Friday, February 4 at 6:00 PM at Rusty and Margarette Brown’s home (696 Jenkins Cv., West Memphis). Please bring a dish and join the fun!

Creations of Love
If you enjoy Arts and Crafts projects, please join Creations of Love on Monday, February 7 at 6:00 PM in the Family Life Center. Bring a picture frame and glue. For more information, contact Pat Wescott at 901-292-5985.

Women’s Ministries Meeting

All ladies are invited to the WM meeting on Tuesday, February 8 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

Autism Association—Crittenden County Chapter Fundraiser
The Crittenden County Autism Association is having a Pampered Chef book fundraiser for an autism behavior management training program for our church staff and other churches in the community. There will be no taxes or shipping charges. If you are interested in placing an order, please contact Joni Medford at 901-493-0338 or jmedmsaa@att.net. All orders and money are due by Monday, February 14. Checks need to be made out to MSAA.

Revolve Fine Arts Dinner Theater
The talented students of Revolve will be displaying their various arts to glorify the Lord as you enjoy a warm chili dinner. The cost is $10 and the money will go towards Speed the Light and Revolve Ministries. You may purchase tickets with any youth or youth sponsor.
Thanks for your support!

Kids Camp Sponsorship
If you would like to sponsor a camper this year, the total camp fee is $100, but any amount will be greatly appreciated. Please mark your envelope “Kids Camp Help”.

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Labor Day Service
On Sunday, September 5, we will have Sunday School at 9:45 AM and one service at 10:45 in the Family Life Center. Please note, we will not have a 8:30 AM or 6:00 PM service.

Office News
The office will be closed Monday, September 6 in observance of Labor Day. A pastor will be on call for emergencies.

Stitches of Love
Stitches of Love will meet Tuesday, September 7 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. If you enjoy sewing, you are welcome to come and have a great time sewing and having fellowship. They are collecting elastic and clean, new or gently used pillow cases for Dresses for India. For more information, please contact Pat Wescott at 901-292-5985.

WM Meeting
All ladies are invited to the Women’s Ministries meeting on Tuesday, September14 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

Missions Convention Schedule
Sunday, September 12— AM: Charles Roberton
PM: Mike Louton
During the Sunday School hour, all classes will meet in the Family Life Center for our
Missions Convention Kick-Off and Parade of Nations.
Wednesday, September 15— Clint Snuggs (Everyone will meet in the Family Life Center)
Sunday, September 19— AM: Scott Ennis
PM: Feast of Nations (David Huneycutt)

WM Game Night
Everyone is invited to attend Game Night on Friday, September 17 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. There will light refreshments, a lot of fun and door prizes (a table with 4 chairs, wall decorations, ladies pj’s, ornament hangers by Robin Cox, and more)! The cost is $10 at the door—invite your friends and help the WMs reach their goal for missions.


Worship. Connect. Minister.
Mondays—All young adults are invited to a Bible Study at 7:00 PM in the Choir Room.
Tuesdays—Everyone is invited to the Coffee Shop from 9:00-11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall.
Wednesdays—All ladies are invited to Chic Chat in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 PM.
All men are invited to Iron Men at Shoney’s at 7:00 PM.
Pastor Clayton is leading a Bible Study in the sanctuary at 7:00 PM.
Thursdays—The Ladies Community Luncheon meets at 12:00 PM in the Family Life Center.

Wednesday, July 7, 2010

Discovery Class
If you are interested in becoming a member of First Assembly or want to learn more about us, please join Bobby Kennedy in the Discovery class. It will begin Sunday, July 11 at 9:45 AM in the Discovery room. Please call the office at 735-1907 to sign up.

Kid’s Camp
The bus will leave the church on Sunday, July 18 at 10:30 AM for Kid’s Camp. Everyone needs to bring a sack lunch and drink to eat at the campgrounds. If you have any questions, please see Jackie Harrell.

Youth Camp Service
The youth will share testimonies and their camp experience on Sunday, July 18 in the PM service.

Angel Food
Menus for Angel Food are available at each entrance. The deadline to place orders is Monday, July 19 at 2:30 PM. The pick up date is Saturday, July 24 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM.

Vacation Bible School
Ahoy there Mates! Pastor Courtney is taking registrations for VBS. It is scheduled for Thursday, August 12-Sunday, August 15. Thursday-Saturday the program will be from 6:00-9:00 PM. On Sunday 9:30 AM-12:00 PM. If you would like to volunteer and work, please contact the office or Pastor Courtney.

Whatever’s July Fellowship
Are you married and in between the newlywed and Young at Heart phase? You are invited to the Whatever’s July fellowship on Saturday, July 31 at 5:00 PM at the home of Pastor Rusty and Dorinda (803 Stratford, West Memphis). Pastor Rusty will be grilling hamburgers and hot dogs. Please email or call Beth at the office to sign up to bring: potato salad, chips, baked beans, dessert or drinks.

Worship. Connect. Minister.
Mondays—All young adults are invited to a Bible Study at 7:00 PM in the Choir Room.
Tuesdays—Everyone is invited to the Coffee Shop from 9:00-11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall.
Wednesdays—All ladies are invited to Chic Chat in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 PM.
All men are invited to Iron Men at Shoney’s at 7:00 PM.
Pastor Clayton is leading a Bible Study in the sanctuary at 7:00 PM.
Thursdays—The Ladies Community Luncheon meets at 12:00 PM in the Family Life Center

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Security Team Meeting
The Security team will have an information meeting on Thursday, May 27 at 7:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. If you are on the team, please make plans to attend. Contact Danny Grice if you have any questions or won’t be able to come.

Young at Heart Fellowship
The Young at Heart will meet Friday, May 28 at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall for a potluck. For more information, please see Sue Bramucci.

School’s Out Freak Out
Revolve is celebrating the end of another school year Friday, May 28-Saturday, May 29! The guys and girls will split up to enjoy a weekend of growing in the Lord and getting the summer started off right!

Whatevers May Fellowship
Please note with the busy holiday weekend and Women's May Getaway coming up, the bbq has been cancelled for Saturday, May 29. We will plan an event at a later time.

Memorial Day Holiday
On Sunday, May 30, we will have Sunday School at 9:45 AM and service at 10:45 AM in the Family Life Center. Please note we will not have a 8:30 AM or 6:00 PM service. On Monday, May 31, the office will be closed due to the holiday. A pastor will be on call for emergencies.

Water Baptism Service
We will have a Water Baptism service on Wednesday, June 2 at 7:00 PM in the sanctuary. If you would like to be baptized, please call the office.

4 F Club Fellowship
The 4 F Club will be going to TGI Friday’s on Friday, June 4. The van will leave the church at 6:15 pm. All adults are invited for a time of fellowship. Please let Diane know if you plan to go at 870-733-4338.

Crayon Collection for Ecuadorians
The MAPS team is collecting 200 24-pack crayons to take to Missionary Phil Barber in Ecuador. He will take the crayons to kids in remote areas to help witness. You may give your donation to Pastor Eric or Sister Jackie.

Shine the Light for Ecuador!
If you have always wanted to go on a missions trip but haven’t been able to because of health reasons or family and job commitments, here is YOUR chance. The Shine the Light in Ecuador campaign allows you to partner with a missions trip worker and “go” to Ecuador through them. If you are interested in partnering with a team member, please visit the Shine the Light in Ecuador table today or call the church office and ask for Dorinda.

Worship. Connect. Minister
Mondays—All young adults are invited to a Bible Study at 7:00 PM in the Choir Room.
Tuesdays—Everyone is invited to the Coffee Shop from 9:00-11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall.
Wednesdays—All ladies are invited to Chic Chat in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 PM.
All men are invited to Iron Men at Shoney’s at 7:00 PM.
Thursdays—The Ladies Community Luncheon meets at 12:00 PM in the Family Life Center.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

Young at Heart Shopping Trip
The Young at Heart will travel to Jonesboro on Saturday, May 22 to shop and eat. The bus will leave the church at 10:00 AM. For more information, please see Sue Bramucci.

MAPS Trip Meeting & Commissioning Service
There will be a meeting on Sunday, May 23 at 5:15 PM in the Fellowship Hall for the MAPS team going to Ecuador. In the PM service, we will pray over them for a safe and productive trip.

Graduate Service
The graduate service will be Sunday, May 23 in the PM service with a reception following in the Family Life Center.

Bridal Shower
On Tuesday, May 25 at 7:00 PM we will have a bridal shower for Amanda Butler in the Fellowship Hall. Amanda is registered at Dillard’s, Target, Home Depot and The Gift Cottage.

School’s Out Freak Out
Revolve is celebrating the end of another school year Friday, May 28-Saturday, May 29! The guys and girls will split up to enjoy a weekend of growing in the Lord and getting the summer started off right!

Memorial Day Holiday
On Sunday, May 30, we will have Sunday School at 9:45 AM and service at 10:45 AM. Please note we will not have a 8:30 AM or 6:00 PM service. On Monday, May 31, the office will be closed due to the holiday. A pastor will be on call for emergencies.

4 F Club Fellowship
The 4 F Club will be going to TGI Friday’s on Friday, June 4. The van will leave the church at 6:15 pm. All adults are invited for a time of fellowship. Please let Diane know if you plan to go at 870-733-4338.

Crayon Collection for Ecuadorians
The MAPS team is collecting 200 24-pack crayons to take to Missionary Phil Barber in Ecuador. He will take the crayons to kids in remote areas to help witness. You may give your donation to Pastor Eric or Sister Jackie.

Shine the Light for Ecuador!
If you have always wanted to go on a missions trip but haven’t been able to because of health reasons or family and job commitments, here is YOUR chance. The Shine the Light in Ecuador campaign allows you to partner with a missions trip worker and “go” to Ecuador through them. If you are interested in partnering with a team member, please visit the Shine the Light in Ecuador table today or call the church office and ask for Dorinda.

Worship. Connect. Minister
Mondays—All young adults are invited to a Bible Study at 7:00 PM in the Choir Room.
Tuesdays—Everyone is invited to the Coffee Shop from 9:00-11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall.
Wednesdays—All ladies are invited to Chic Chat in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 PM.
All men are invited to Iron Men at Shoney’s at 7:00 PM.
Thursdays—The Ladies Community Luncheon meets at 12:00 PM in the Family Life Center.

Thursday, May 13, 2010

Graduate Service Information
If you are graduating this year, please see Pastor Courtney for an information sheet. Pictures should be turned in to Pastor Brett by Sunday, May 16. The graduate service will be Sunday, May 23 in the PM service with a reception following in the Family Life Center. If you have any questions, please call the church office.

Revival with Jacob Jester
Sunday, May 16 through Wednesday, May 19, Evangelist Jacob Jester will be with us. He will speak in each Sunday service at regular times. Monday and Tuesday, service will begin at 7:00 PM in the sanctuary. Wednesday night will be a youth emphasis and EVERYONE will meet in the Family Life Center at 7:00 PM.

Revolve Sunday Night Dinner
Sunday, May 16 after the PM service, the Revolve youth will have “Build Your Own Nachos” dinner in the Family Life Center. The cost is donations and all proceeds will go towards Revolve and Speed the Light. Thank you for your support!

Young at Heart Shopping Trip
The Young at Heart will travel to Jonesboro on Saturday, May 22 to shop and eat. The bus will leave the church at 10:00 AM. For more information, please see Sue Bramucci.

MAPS Trip Meeting
There will be a meeting on Sunday, May 23 at 5:15 PM in the Fellowship Hall for the MAPS team going to Ecuador.

Bridal Shower
On Tuesday, May 25 at 7:00 PM we will have a bridal shower for Amanda Butler in the Fellowship Hall. Amanda is registered at Dillard’s, Target, Home Depot and The Gift Cottage.

School’s Out Freak Out
Revolve is celebrating the end of another school year Friday, May 28-Saturday, May 29! The guys and girls will split up to enjoy a weekend of growing in the Lord and getting the summer started off right!

Shine the Light for Ecuador!
If you have always wanted to go on a missions trip but haven’t been able to because of health reasons or family and job commitments, here is YOUR chance. The Shine the Light in Ecuador campaign allows you to partner with a missions trip worker and “go” to Ecuador through them. If you are interested in partnering with a team member, please visit the Shine the Light in Ecuador table today or call the church office and ask for Dorinda.

Worship. Connect. Minister.
Mondays—All young adults are invited to a Bible Study at 7:00 PM in the Choir Room.
Tuesdays—Everyone is invited to the Coffee Shop from 9:00-11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall.
Wednesdays—All ladies are invited to Chic Chat in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 PM.
All men are invited to Iron Men at Shoney’s at 7:00 PM.
Thursdays—The Ladies Community Luncheon meets at 12:00 PM in the Family Life Center.

Wednesday, May 5, 2010

Esperanza Bonanza Outreach
On Saturday, May 8 from 9:30 AM-1:00 PM, we will have children’s rides and activities at Esperanza Bonanza. If you would like to help, please call or e-mail the church at wmfirstassembly@yahoo.com or contact Pastor Clayton.

Mother’s Day
On Sunday, May 9, we will not have a PM service. We hope you enjoy the afternoon with your family.

Angel Food
May Angel Food menus are available at each entrance. The deadline to place your order in person is Monday, May 10. If you order on-line, please check the website at www.angelfoodministries.com. The pick up date is Saturday, May 15 from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM in the Family Life Center.

WM Meeting
All ladies are invited to the Women’s Ministries meeting on Tuesday, May 11 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

Revival with Jacob Jester
Sunday, May 16 through Wednesday, May 19, Evangelist Jacob Jester will be with us. He will speak in each Sunday service at regular times. Monday and Tuesday, service will begin at 7:00 PM in the sanctuary. Wednesday night will be a youth emphasis and EVERYONE will meet in the Family Life Center at 7:00 PM.

Revolve Sunday Night Dinner
Sunday, May 16 after the PM service, the Revolve youth will have “Build Your Own Nachos” dinner in the Family Life Center. The cost is donations and all proceeds will go towards Revolve and Speed the Light. Thank you for your support!

Shine the Light for Ecuador!
If you have always wanted to go on a missions trip but haven’t been able to because of health reasons or family and job commitments, here is YOUR chance. The Shine the Light in Ecuador campaign allows you to partner with a missions trip worker and “go” to Ecuador through them. If you are interested in partnering with a team member, please visit the Shine the Light in Ecuador table today or call the church office and ask for Dorinda.

Canned Goods
We are taking up canned goods and non-perishable food items for the L.O.T. (Least Of These) house. If you would to make a donation, you may drop it off at the office or see Sherry Grice.

Worship. Connect. Minister
Mondays—All young adults are invited to a Bible Study at 7:00 PM in the Choir Room.
Tuesdays—Everyone is invited to the Coffee Shop from 9:00-11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall.
Wednesdays—All ladies are invited to Chic Chat in the Fellowship Hall at 7:00 PM.
All men are invited to Iron Men at Shoney’s at 7:00 PM.
Thursdays—The Ladies Community Luncheon meets at 12:00 PM in the Family Life Center.

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

East Arkansas All-Church Ministry Expo
On Saturday, April 17 from 8:00 AM-2:00 PM, we will host the East Arkansas All-Church Ministry Expo. Some of the topics will be: Leadership, Children’s Ministry, Blogging for Jesus, Discipleship, Youth Ministry, Senior Ministry and Sunday School. If you would like to attend , please call the office.

MAPS Trip Meeting
There will be a meeting on Sunday, April 18 at 5:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall for those going to Ecuador.

Revolve Sunday Night Dinner
The Revolve youth will serve soup and sandwiches on Sunday, April 18 after the PM service in the Family Life Center. The cost is donations and will go towards the Ecuador missions trip.

Revolve Spring Fling Fundraiser
Have you done your “spring cleaning” yet? Did you find a lot of stuff that you just don’t want anymore? If you need someone to take your unwanted items off your hands, look no further than Revolve. The youth will be having a yard sale to raise money on Saturday, April 24. We will announce later when you can bring your items to the church. They will also have a car wash and concession stand.

Married Couples Fellowship
If you are too young to participate in the Young At Heart (55+) and are no longer single...THIS IS FOR YOU!
Our church has many programs, groups and events for our children, youth and our "Young At Heart" but there is very little for our married couples that are left in the middle.
Come join us for good food, good times and great fellowship on Saturday, April 24 at 4:00 PM at the home of Roger and Jennifer Woolbright (301 Blair Cv., Marion)....let's bridge the gap.
All you need to do is bring you lawn chair and either call Beth at the church or call/text Jennifer at (901) 336-2881 if you can make it. There is nothing worse than running out of food at a BBQ...so we need a head count, please.
Christian Education Team Meeting
On Sunday, April 25 at 4:30 PM there will be a meeting for all teachers and helpers in the Christian Education department in the Fellowship Hall.

Young Adult Bible Study
All young adults are invited to attend the weekly Bible study on Mondays at 7:00 PM in the Choir room. If you have any questions, you may contact Brandon Spencer.

Coffee Shop
Everyone is invited to the Coffee Shop on Tuesdays from 9:00-11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall for great food and fellowship.

Deacons Breakfast
The weekly deacons breakfast is every Thursday at 6:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall.

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Time Change
Don’t forget to set your clocks ahead one hour on Saturday night!

Men’s Retreat
The men’s retreat is scheduled for Friday, March 26-Saturday, March 27 at the campgrounds in Hot Springs. The cost is $60 per person and is due Sunday, March 14. Sign up sheets are available at each entrance. If you have any questions, please see Roger Woolbright, Larry Forbis or Pastor Rusty.

Fine Arts Service
The Revolve youth will share their Fine Arts performance in the PM service on Sunday, March 14.

Kountry Kitchen/Pie Auction
The annual WM’s Kountry Kitchen and Pie Auction is scheduled for Sunday, March 14 after the PM service in the Family Life Center. All proceeds go to missions.

Special Guest
We will have missionary Stanley Hall with us on Wednesday, March 17 at 7:00 PM in the sanctuary.

Ecuador Missions Trip
There will be a meeting on Wednesday, March 17 after service in the Fellowship Hall for those going to Ecuador in June. This is also the deadline to sign up for the trip because tickets have to be purchased. It is very important for you to attend if you are going on the trip.

Special Guest
On Sunday, March 21 in all services, we will have evangelist Patrick Kimberland.

Revolve Spring Clean Project
Spring Clean is an opportunity for Revolve students to serve you. If you have cleaning needs or projects around your house or property we could help you with, contact Pastor Brett or Pastor Courtney. There are students who would love to help! Donations would be appreciated, but definitely not expected. The dates for the Spring Cleaning is Monday, March 22nd and Tuesday, March 23rd.

Special Camp Offering
Every year we help with the cost of sending our young people to camp. If you would like to help with the cost, please mark your envelope “Camp.” Please prayerfully consider making a special donation to this rewarding fund.

Young Adult Bible Study
All young adults are invited to attend the weekly Bible study on Mondays at 7:00 PM in the Choir room. If you have any questions, you may contact Brandon Spencer.

Coffee Shop
Everyone is invited to the Coffee Shop on Tuesdays from 9:00-11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall for great food and fellowship.

Deacons Breakfast
The weekly deacons breakfast is Thursday, March 4 at 6:00 AM at Shoney’s.

Ladies Community Lunch
Every Thursday, we will have a lunch in the Family Life Center for ladies of all ages at 12:00 PM. Invite your friends and come to have a great time of food, fellowship and fun. Donations will be collected for Women’s Ministries to help support our missionaries.

Wednesday, January 27, 2010

Annual Business Meeting
The Annual Business meeting will be Sunday, January 31 at 6:00 PM in the Sanctuary. We encourage all members to attend. We will vote on two deacons and a secretary/treasurer.

Young Adult Fellowship
The Engage young adults ministry invites anyone ages 18-35 to attend a Riverkings hockey game in Southaven, MS on Saturday, February 6. Transportation will leave the church at 6:15 pm. The cost is $13/person. Please see Courtney Sharpe or Brandon Spencer to sign up by Monday, February 1.

Stitches of Love
Stitches of Love will meet Tuesday, February 2 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. For more information, please contact Pat Wescott at 901-292-5985.

Personal Hygiene Kits for Haiti
Chic Chat is collecting items for personal hygiene kits to be sent to Haiti through Convoy of Hope. The items needed are full-size bottles of shampoo, toothbrushes, full-size tubes of toothpaste, bars of antibacterial soap, hand towels and combs, and gallon-size Ziploc bags. You may place your donations in the boxes located in the front foyer and by the canopy door. The deadline to turn in the donations is Friday, February 5.

4F Club
The 4F Club will be going bowling at Eagle Lanes in West Memphis on Friday, February 5 at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $7.00 per person. All adults are invited to attend. If you would like to go please contact Diane Lumpkin at 870-733-4338 so we will know how many lanes we need to reserve.

Men’s Breakfast
All men are invited for breakfast on Saturday, February 6 at 8:00 AM at the Eighth Street Mission. This is a great time of fellowship, fun and great food. If you have any questions, please see Roger Woolbright.

Discovery Class
If you are interested in becoming a member of First Assembly or want to learn more about us, please join Bobby Kennedy in the Discovery class. It will begin Sunday, February 14 at 9:30 AM in the Discovery room. Please call the office at 735-1907 to sign up.

New Sunday School Class
Do you know how we got the Bible? To learn more, come and be a part of Pastor Clayton’s new 8-week class beginning Sunday, February 14 in the Family Life Center at 9:30 AM. You will discover how God used ordinary people taking 1,600 years to write the Bible. There will be a 60 foot long timeline, an original page of a King James Bible from 1613 and a trip will be planned to visit a Memphis Synagogue and Museum.

Fine Arts Dinner Theater
The Revolve youth will present a Fine Arts Dinner Theater Thursday, February 18 at 6:30 PM in the Family Life Center. Tickets are available for purchase with any youth member. Adults are $6 each and $4 for each child. Tickets at the door will be $8/adult and $5/child. The menu includes chili, cinnamon rolls and tea. All proceeds will go towards the Fine Arts Competition.

Young Adult Bible Study
All young adults are invited to attend the weekly Bible study on Mondays at 7:00 PM in the Choir room. If you have any questions, you may contact Brandon Spencer.

Coffee Shop
Everyone is invited to the Coffee Shop on Tuesdays from 9:00-11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall for great food and fellowship.

Ladies Community Lunch
Every Thursday, we will have a lunch in the Fellowship Hall for ladies of all ages at 12:00 PM. Invite your friends and come to have a great time of food, fellowship and fun. Donations will be collected for Women’s Ministries to help support our missionaries. If you have any questions, please contact Jackie Harrell at 870-739-3420.

Monday, January 18, 2010

Annoucements for January 18

Monday
*Revolve trip to Laser Quest
*Young Adult Bible Study at 7:00 PM in the Choir Room.

Tuesday
*Coffee Shop from 9:00-11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall.

Wednesday
*CORE Team Leadership Meeting at 5:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

Thursday
*Ladies Community Lunch Fellowship is meeting at 12:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Invite your friends of all ages to come for a great time of fellowship and fun.

Friday
*Young at Heart Soup and Sandwich Fellowship at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

Saturday
*Angel Food Distribution Day from 11:00 AM-12:00 PM in the Family Life Center. *Men's Ministries Dinner at 5:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday *CORE TEAM meeting at 6:00 PM in the Family Life Center. If you are involved in any ministry, you are encouraged to attend.

Tuesday, January 5, 2010

Stitches of Love
If you enjoy sewing, you are invited to join us for Stitches of Love on Tuesday, January 5 at 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

Women’s Ministries Leadership Team Meeting
The WM Leadership team will have a meeting on Wednesday, January 6 at 5:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

4F Club
The 4F Club invites all adults for a time of fellowship at the home of Pat Peninger (183 N. George Cir., Marion) on Friday, January 8 at 6:30 PM. We will have a movie night, so please bring your favorite finger food. If you have any questions or need directions call Diane Lumpkin at 870-733-4338.

Purity is Power Retreat
“Purity is Power”, a sleepover retreat for girls in the fourth, fifth, and sixth grades will be held January 15th and 16th, 2010 at the church. Anyone interested in registering a girl for the sleepover should do so no later than Sunday, January 10th. Forms are available at both church entrances. Space is limited this year, so don’t wait until the last week to sign up. Parents, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, you do not want your girls to miss this! Please see Becky Harness for registration forms or more information. The cost is $15.00.

Sunday School Executive Committee Meeting
There will be a Sunday School Executive Committee Meeting on Sunday, January 10 at 12:30 PM at Ameca Restaurant in West Memphis.

Christian Education Teachers Meeting
All Christian Education teachers are encouraged to attend a meeting on Sunday, January 10 at 4:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall.

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Overcomers Class Party
The Overcomers Sunday School class is invited to James and Sue Bramucci’s home on Friday, December 18 at 6:00 PM. Please bring a finger food and a wrapped ornament. You may meet at the church at 5:30 PM to ride on the van.

Choir Cantata
Please join us as we celebrate Christmas with music and theater. Sunday, December 20 in the AM services, the Adult Choir will perform, “Hope has Come” in the sanctuary.

Revolve Youth Christmas Play
On Sunday, December 20 in the PM service, the Revolve youth will perform a Christmas play, “Christmas Comes to Detroit Louie” in the Family Life Center.

Office Closed
The office will be closed Thursday, December 24-Friday, December 25 for Christmas. A pastor will be on call for emergencies.

Christmas and End of the Year Services
On Sunday, December 27, we will have a Family Christmas service and Communion at 10:30 AM. Please note: we will not have a 8:00 AM or 6:00 PM service, Sunday School or children’s church.
Wednesday, December 30 is the End of the Year service from 6:00-8:00 PM.

Office Closed
The office will be closed Friday, January 1, 2010 for New Year’s Day. A pastor will be on call for emergencies.

You and Your Girl Conference
The You and Your Girl Conference is for moms and daughters (Grades 5-12) that will be held on Saturday, March 27 at Longview Heights Baptist Church in Olive Branch, MS. Sunday, January 3 is the deadline to purchase tickets. The cost is $30 for mom, $30 for the first daughter and $15 for additional daughters. Please contact Laurie Adams for more information.

Purity is Power
“Purity is Power”, a sleepover retreat for girls in the fourth, fifth, and sixth grades will be held January 15th and 16th, 2010 at the church.
Anyone interested in registering a girl for the sleepover should do so no later than Sunday, January 10th. Forms are available at both church entrances. Space is limited this year, so don’t wait until the last week to sign up. Parents, Grandparents, Aunts, Uncles, you do not want your girls to miss this! Please see Becky Harness for registration forms or more information. The cost is $15.00
Anyone willing to DONATE FOOD, DRINKS, MONEY, PURSES, or other items for the “Purity is Power” sleepover retreat, please see Becky Harness.

2010 Birthday/Anniversary Calendars
If you would like a 2010 calendar, please contact the church office.