Hello Faith family! Hope you had a great Easter. We did! We had 13 people say their first “yes” to Jesus on Sunday.  That is something worth celebrating! Praise God for what he is doing at Faith. I wanted to take the time to write and say thanks to you the congregation for how great you’ve responded to helping get the word out about Jesus. We cannot as a staff do ministry without all of you.

As I look back on the 6 months I have been here at Faith, I am amazed at the generosity of congregation. People have participated in ways I have not expected and I am blown away by how God is moving. I’ve heard things from the younger generation about how welcoming they feel by the older generation. I don’t think you realize how odd this is. Most churches develop a gap between the older and younger generation. But we are bridging that gap. We are experiencing intergenerational worship of the one true God.

I have heard the older generation excited to see some of the younger generation getting into church, raising their hands in worship to music that might be a little out of their own comfort zone. Grandparents seeing their grandchildren get into church, which is an exciting thing.

So thank you all for using your gifts and how you are helping further the kingdom.

-Jon Oney

HERE IS WHAT IS COMING UP AT FAITH
Faith Connect
Have you been kicking the tires around faith for a while? Do you want to know more about the church and how you can get plugged in? Well we have a lunch coming up this Sunday where we will be explaining all about the church and ways you can get plugged in. It is immediately following the second service in room 200. RSVP [email protected]. Hope to see you there!

Big Bus BBQ
Support the Fusion senior high students going on the Colorado Service Leadership Trip by attending the Big Bus BBQ, April 21 right after second service. There will be a lunch, student musicians and details of the trip and how you can help. Lunch is $5. Please rsvp to [email protected]. Consider bringing a financial gift to help pay for the bus to Colorado. Help us invest in our young people!

Congregational Meeting
If you consider Faith Covenant your church home, mark your calendar and plan to attend the next congregational business meeting on Sunday April 14 at 12:15pm. We will hear updates of ministry happenings and discuss any pending business. A copy of the agenda and the proposed constitutional amendment is available in the lobby for your review prior to the meeting next week.  Please contact a council member or Pastors Mike or John with any questions.

Solid Roots
Join us for a new adult discipleship class called Solid Roots. It will meet on Wednesday nights for 7 weeks, beginning April 10 at 6:30pm. Because we are meant to have solid roots of faith that nourish a growing and thriving relationship with God, this class will teach some of the best practices of growing closer to God and to the person you were designed to be. Sign up by emailing [email protected].

What Does the Lord Require of  You?” Equip Class
This 4 week class, based on the verse Micah 6:8, will be held at 11am beginning April  7. The series will focus on three areas that fall under the Covenant’s commitment to compassion, mercy and justice: Prison Ministry, Human Trafficking and AVA (Advocacy for Victims of Abuse). For questions, contact Koren at [email protected]

Women’s Spring Bible Study
Calling women of all ages! Join us as we journey together through the book of Nehemiah starting April 9. This study challenges women to let God break their hearts for a hurting, lost world and move them in compassion to lead people to Jesus. Tuesdays at 10am or 6:30 pm, with childcare at the morning session. Book by Kelly Minter; $13 at Faith. RSVP to [email protected].

Prime Time Luncheon 
You are invited to a tasty lunch and the opportunity to have fellowship with friends new and old! We will hear from speaker Chuck Tindell, who believes that seniors are role models and will challenge you to have “The Courage to Be.” Invite a friend and come let us serve you! Lunch will be chicken a la king. Please RSVP so that the kitchen has an accurate meal count. Call Elaine at 952-890-2086 by noon on Monday, April 8. For more info, contact [email protected]

Faith Food Outreach - Monday April 8
There are many ways to volunteer at Food Outreach, and an hour or two of your time can make a huge impact in the lives of the 300-500 families we serve each time from our community. Sign up today in the lobby. Donations of children’s books and stuffed animals are also needed and can be dropped off at the Connection Desk. Contact Sue: 952.432.5745 or [email protected]




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