FPC MINISTRY UPDATES

Worship

This Sunday is Missions Emphasis Sunday. EPC Global Missionary Dr. John Fain will preach using Philippians 1:12-21 as his text. We will have ONE COMBINED worship service at 11am in King Hall. Our Spring Sunday School classes are held from 9:45-10:45 am for all ages.

As a reminder...there is NO 8:30AM Worship Service, and ALL adults will meet in King Hall for a Combined Sunday School to hear guest EPC Global Missionary Shawn Stewart

Congregational Meeting on Sunday, February 2nd, Following 11 AM Service in King Hall

Session has called a Congregational Meeting for the purpose of: (1) receiving the Operating Budget for 2025 as approved by Diaconate and affirmed by Session, and (2) voting to affirm the Session’s decision to present any changes to our pastors’ compensation (3) Voting to affirm Personnel and Policy’s plan for 2025 changes to pastors’ terms of call.

Missions Emphasis 2025

Missions Emphasis 2025 ~ To The End of the Earth! ~ February 2nd & 5th

This year, our mission's focus is Indonesia, “To the Ends of The Earth.” We will hear from several FPC Global Partners who will share about how God has used our prayers, letters, tithes, and Faith Promise gifts to advance His Kingdom through Gospel proclamation and meaningful relationships with unreached people who live at the ends of the earth.

Sunday, February 2nd

No 8:30 am Early Worship Service
10 am - Combined Adult Sunday School in King Hall - Shawn Stewart
11 am - Combined Worship in King Hall - John Fain
6 pm - Kenya Mission Team

Wednesday, February 5th

5:30 pm - Complimentary Dinner in King Hall, Catered by Yummy Thai, provided by the Missions Ministry Team
6 pm - Sean McKelvey

Giving Statements 2024

Giving Statements were mailed this past week. If you signed up to have your statement emailed, it also went out last week. If you do not receive yours or have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Lisa at or 706 291-6033. Blessings!

Women's Ministry Galantine's Game Night

You’re Invited to Galentine’s Game Night on February 13 at 6:30 p.m. in King Hall. This Valentine’s, let’s gather to celebrate the love we share as sisters in Christ. Join us for a night of love, laughter, and fellowship. Whether you're near or far from loved ones, this night is about having fun. We can’t wait to celebrate the beauty of God's love with you!

Men's Lunchtime Bible Study February 20-April 10

We are excited to announce an eight-week men's Bible study focusing on the Beatitudes of Matthew 5:1-12. We'll explore how these teachings of Jesus offer a transformative path to a more fulfilling and meaningful life and world-changing influence in our homes, places of work, and communities. We'll explore each Beatitude, seeking to understand its meaning and how we can apply it to our lives as men of God and for His glory. This study will be co-facilitated by Jonathan Johnson and Keith Thompson. The study will be every Thursday, 12-1 pm, February 20 - April 10, at FPC Rome (Crossing, Side Room). Please bring your own lunch. To register for the study and to find out more information, please contact Jonathan Johnson at .

Disciple Now 2025 Registration is Open

Registration is officially open for Disciple Now 2025! We are continuing our series through the Ordo Salutis this year with our theme “Believe” focusing on the doctrine of Conversion from Mark 1:15. Signups can be found on the Student Ministry page on the church website at www.fpcrome.org/students. If you have any questions about the weekend, please contact a youth staff member.

VBS Save The Date

Vacation Bible School 2025: Monday, July 14 - Thursday, July 17.

FPC Community Groups

This is a great time to join a Community Group! Community Groups will resume meeting in August. If you would like more information about Community Groups or if you are interested in joining a group, please visit fpcrome.org/communitygroups or contact the Director of Adult Discipleship and Missions, Mr. Rob Davis, at .

Women's Bible Studies for Spring

Habits of Grace: Enjoying Jesus through the Spiritual Disciplines, by David Mathis, led by Mandy Williams, on Mondays beginning January 6, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Nursery will be provided. Meets in CLC 101.
Revelation Led by Mary Holcomb on the Second Monday of Every Month at 6:30pm. Meets in CLC 101.
1 Samuel Led by Amanda Davidson Tuesdays beginning January 7, 8:00 - 9:30am & 1:30 - 3:00pm Meets in VanDyke Room (morning) and CLC 101 (afternoon).
2 Corinthians, Led by Joan Brock, will meet on Tuesdays beginning January 14, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. Nursery will be provided. Meets in CLC 101.
2 Corinthians Led by Bethany Johnson Tuesdays beginning January 14, 6:30 - 8:00pm Meets in VanDyke Room.
Women’s Community Groups Led by Amy Davis & Erin Evans, Emily Katherine

If you need the nursery, please contact Ms. Nell directly.

Spring Sunday Study Lineups

Adults:

The Delight and Duty of Fellowship. Lead Teacher: Dathan Sorrow; Crossing Side Room
Proclaiming Christ Through Isaiah. Lead Teacher: Tony Pemerton; CLC 101
Deep Roots, Life Bountiful: A study of Colossians and Philemon. Lead Teacher: Rusty Chadwick; Trail Life Building
Mingling, Message, and Meaning for 20 Somethings and College Students: Studies from the book of Nehemiah. Lead Teacher: Ben Rooke; Pastoral Conference Room in The Crossing

Student Ministries: The Jr. and Sr. High Students will meet in the front and back rooms of the Crossing.

NURSERY Ministry

Infants: 8 weeks-16 months (CLC204)
Toddlers: 16 months-2 years (CLC 205)
2s & 3s During Worship (CLC 203)
4s & 5s During Worship (CLC 201)

CHILDREN’s ministry

2s&3s (CLC203)
4s&Ks (CLC 201)
1st, 2nd, and 3rd (Hardy Chapel)
4th Grade Girls and Boys (CLC 209)
5th and 6th Grade Girls (CLC 210)
5th & 6th Grade Boys (CLC 207)

Wednesday Nights at FPC

Wednesday Night Meal~5:30 pm Meal; 6:15 pm Program Our meal will be catered by Yummy Thai, courtesy of the Missions Committee,and will include your choice of Beef Broccoli, Chicken Curry, or Sweet and Sour Chicken, along with vegetable fried rice, crab rangoon, and a fried veggie roll. There is no charge for this meal.

Reservations are due no later than 3 p.m. on Monday. Register online or with the church office.

Locations for the Children:

Infants (8 weeks – 16 months) – CLC 204
Toddlers (16 months – 2 years) – CLC 205
Bible Zone for 2’s and 3’s – CLC 203
Bible Zone for 4’s and 5’s – CLC 201
Summit (1st-3rd grade) – Hardy Chapel
4th-5th Grade Girls – CLC 209
4th-5th Grade Boys – CLC 210

Wednesday Night Studies coming February 12-March 16

Wednesday Night Study: CLC 101 T One Another! Explore Scripture and mine the treasures of “the one anthers.” Teacher: Pastor Jonathan Schwartz

Presbywhat!?! Administrative Offices Teacher: Rob Davis

Community Groups

COUPLES

Location: Trail Life Front & Walking Track

- Stephanie & Travis Hill

- Bethany & Jonathan Johnson

MEN'S

Location: Rob's Office - Chris Congdon & Charles Hooper

Location: Pastors’ Office- Keith Thompson & Jeff Giddens

WOMEN'S

Walking Track 1 & 2

- Amy Davis & Erin Evans

- Robin Sorrow & Emily Katherine Johnson

- Joan Brock & Mandy Williams

FPC Giving

GIVING:

NOVEMBER OFFERINGS: $170,130
ACTUAL YEAR-TO-DATE: $2,343,179
BUDGETED YEAR-TO-DATE: $2.568,240
OVER(UNDER) BUDGET: ($224,520)

Student Ministry Scholarship Program

Our Student Ministry Work Scholarship Program continues to accept jobs year-round. If you have any work that needs to be done, please contact Caleb Sanders at or visit fpcrome.org/scholarship to fill out the online form. We are particularly in need of opportunities for our female students.

For Congregants: If a congregant has a job that they would like to do, please contact the church office. Please give your name, phone number and description of the job along with how many students may be needed. Caleb Sanders will contact you for more specifics and to schedule a date and time. Payment should be submitted to the church office, notating that it is for the work scholarship program. Please note these payments are not tax-deductible.

For Students: Students have the opportunity to work jobs for our congregants to help fund future trips. If interested please contact the church office and leave the student's name, parent's name and contact information. Caleb Sanders will reach out to both the family of the student and the congregant to coordinate logistics and specifics.

A sign-up link can be found at www.fpcrome.org/scholarship or on the student ministry page. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Caleb Sanders and

Exalting Christ, Advancing the Gospel

We are continuing to collect commitment cards.  If you and your family have already made a commitment, thank you.  If you have not done so, simply fill out a commitment card either online or a paper card/envelope.  You may drop the paper envelope and card in the offering plate or bring it by the church office.

Exalting Christ Campaign Commitment

CONNECT WITH US

If you are visiting with us today, we would love to have the opportunity to answer any questions you may have about our church. Please visit our Connections table after worship to talk with a volunteer and to receive a gift cross. Or you may visit our church website, click on the link at the top for the Connect Form, and a member of our Connections team will contact you. We look forward to connecting with you.

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES ~ SERVE PROFILE

The Bible teaches us that all Christians were “created in Christ Jesus for good works” (Ephesians 2:10). Our church has created a Serve Profile that helps you discover how God has gifted you for His service and shows you potential areas of service in the church and community. This Serve Profile does not automatically sign you up to serve anywhere! It opens the door for a ministry leader to contact you and discuss ways you may feel called to serve FPC and our surrounding community when opportunities are presented. You may visit fpcrome.org/serve and click on the SERVE PROFILE button. It is accessible from all mobile devices and takes about 7 minutes to complete. If you prefer a paper copy, contact the church office at 706-291-6033.

SERVING AND CARING FOR OTHERS

PRAYER REQUESTS
If you would like to be kept informed of the church’s prayer needs, email the church office at .org to receive updated prayer requests. If you would like to submit a Prayer Request for yourself or someone you know who is in need, you may do so on our website at http://www.fpcrome.org/prayer
Do you know someone who is a non-believer? The Evangelism Ministry Team would love to pray for them. You may email your specific requests to Pastor Jonathan Schwartz at .