FPC MINISTRY UPDATES

Worship

This Sunday, we will have two worship services in the Sanctuary: 8:30 AM and 11:00 PM. The Sunday School hour is from 9:45 to 10:45.

Rose in the Worship Service

The Rose in the Worship Service is given to the glory of God and in honor of Master George Alexander Barber, born on November 4, 2024, son of Mr. and Mrs. Jarrad (Margot) Barber, grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Timothy (CeCe) Wallis, brother to Olivia James and Wallis.

Artist's Gathering on Sunday Evening, November 17th

Artist’s Gathering Great FPC family and friends! Join us for a special art exhibition featuring poetry, sculpture, drawings, and paintings commissioned for the Matthew sermon series. It’ll be in the Crossing on Sunday, November 17th, from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Come see the art. No reservations are required. At 7:15 pm, chat with the artists about their work, art, and worship.

Christmas Poinsettias

Christmas Poinsettias ~ Cost is $10, and the deadline to purchase is Monday, December 11^th
You may purchase a poinsettia using the red cards found around the campus and notate “poinsettia” on your check or online at fpcrome.org (choose Give and select the “Poinsettia” fund). On December 17, the bulletin will list who the poinsettia is in memory or honor of and the name of the person(s) giving the poinsettia. Purchased poinsettias may be picked up from the Sanctuary after the 6 pm Christmas Eve Candlelight service.

Operation Christmas Child Due on the 17th

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD – Here is a simple yet profound mission project for people of all ages. For this project we pack shoe boxes full of items for children. The boxes are sent around the world so that the children who receive them will ultimately be told about the greatest gift of all, Jesus Christ. Please pick up a box from the table outside the sanctuary and the table in the Crossing and plan to bring it back on Nov.17. If you would prefer a box be packed for you, please drop a $25 check into the offering with OCC on the memo line. Please contact Pastor Ken ( ) with any questions.

Women: Decorating the Church on November 25th

Decorating the Church: Women, save the date! We will decorate the church on Monday, November 25^th, at 11:00 AM. Please meet in the Sanctuary.

Senior High Big Where

Senior High Big Where: If you haven’t already heard, signups for our Senior High Big Where trip is officially open! If you aren’t familiar with the Big Where it is a weekend retreat we take every year for our 9th-12th grade students to a secret location. If you want to hear more information, please reach out to Caleb Sanders ( ). The price for the trip is $325, and signups can be found on the Student Ministries page on our website! (Will close on Monday, November 18th).

Women's Fall Bible Study is September 3-November 19

WOMEN’S FALL BIBLE STUDY- Paul’s first letter to the Corinthians addresses various issues within the church at Corinth, emphasizing unity, love, spiritual gifts, and the importance of Christ’s resurrection. Please join us beginning Sept. 3-Nov. 19^th in the Fellowship Hall, led by Joni Pittman, Jennifer Scott, and Brittni Hall. Morning options: 9:30-(Digging Deeper) 10:00- (Teaching and small group discussion). Evening options: 6:00-(Digging Deeper) 6:30- (Teaching and small group discussion) For more details and registration, please visit fpcrome.org/women or email

The Revelation Study with Mary Holcomb will resume on Monday, Sept. 9^th. This study meets monthly on the second Monday from 6:30 to 8:00 in the Fellowship Hall.

Women's Ministry Outreach Opportunity

The Women’s Ministry has a unique opportunity to serve women currently receiving treatment for substance use disorders in the Highland Rivers Women’s Outreach Program. We are currently collecting toiletries, new socks and undergarments, gently used clothing, and sizes (10-22). Collection bins will be at the welcome table on Sunday mornings, at the welcome table on Wednesday nights for family gatherings, and at the Tuesday Fall Bible studies. The collection ends on November 19^th. If you want to learn more about how you can be involved, please contact Evelyn Storey, Abby Holcombe, or Mandy Williams.

Children's Christmas Carol Showcase

There will be a children's Christmas Carol Showcase this Wednesday, 20th, at 6 p.m., followed by a Petting Zoo in front of the CLC. Please join us!

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 .

Fall Sunday Studies

Adults:

October 20th-December 15th(9 weeks)

God at Work: The Paradigm-Shaking Implications of the Doctrine of Vocation. Lead Teacher: Dathan Sorrow. Location: New Fellowship Hall

Proclaiming Christ Through Isaiah: Lead Teacher: Tony Pemerton. Location: Side Room of the Crossing

Presbytopia: Seeing and Savoring the Beauty of Life in the Presbyterian Church (or communicants class for adults). Lead Teacher: Rusty Chadwick. Location: Front and Middle sections of the Trail Life Building

Conversations from the Pulpit for 20 Somethings and College Students: Jesus' Sermons in the Book of Matthew. Lead Teacher: Ben Rooke. Location: Pastor's Conference Room in the Crossing

Student Ministries: The Book of Matthew. 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)

Fall Wednesday Night Programs

Dinner will be catered by Chick-fil-A and will include assorted sandwiches, chips, and a cookie or a large salad. The children’s meal will be the same. The meal begins at 5:30 p.m., and programs begin at 6:15 p.m.

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 .