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Sunday, January 15, 2017

Second sunday after epiphany

9:15 A.M. SMALL GROUPS FOR ALL AGES

10:30 A.M. WORSHIP 

SERMON TEXT: Acts 18:24-19:10

SERMON TITLE:  "The example of Priscilla, aquila and Paul: How to relate to people who

differ from us spiritually"

What's With This Per Capita Apportionment Envelope???

Among your 2017 offering envelopes you will find one labelled “Per Capita Apportionment.” What is a per capita apportionment, anyway? It's a term our former denomination, the PC(USA), uses for what is essentially a yearly tax it imposes on each member of its churches. Our current denomination, the EPC, does not believe that one "court" of the church has the right to put a tax on another. So instead it asks for a voluntary contribution, which it calls a "per member asking" (PMA), from local congregations to fund its mission. Unfortunately, our envelope provider still prints the old, incorrect term on our envelopes -- sorry for the confusion.

Whether you use offering envelopes or not, the EPC PMA for 2017 is $36. Please support our denomination's work by contributing the PMA for all members of your household. (For instance, a family of four would give $144.) You can submit the PMA by using the per capita apportionment envelope, by writing "PMA" in the memo line of a personal check, or by selecting the PMA option from the Give to dropdown in Tithe.ly (if you want to give electronically). Any questions? Contact Jim Pomager at  . Thanks!

Opportunities to Connect

VALENTINE DAY BOXES FOR OUR COLLEGE STUDENTS

Our college ministry, C³, will be assembling boxes of goodies to send to our college students for Valentine’s Day.  If you would like to contribute cookies for the boxes, please drop them off in the kitchen on Friday, February 3 or bring them to church with you on Sunday, February 5. If you cannot provide cookies, but would still like to help, you can donate ROUND 48 oz. plastic containers which will be used to pack the cookies.  Questions – ask or email Amy Back.

If you would like to send a note along to one of our college students, there will be cards available in the foyer beginning January 22.  Our college students love hearing from you!!!

Our students this year are:

Haley Back; Sean Sauder; Mary Pusey: Jake Senters;  Lauren Schweppe; Simeon Sutterfield; Kyle Turner; Megan Turner; Emma Streeter; Lilly Streeter; CJ Schaffer; Will Schaffer; Anneliese Keeler; Emma Abergast

 If you know of anyone we have missed, please let us know.

Opportunities to Know

SMALL GROUP STUDIES FOR ALL AGES

Begin at 9:15 A.M. on Sunday Mornings.

Sunday morning small groups will begin again this Sunday, January 8th

SUNDAY MORNING ADULT STUDY

The Parables of Jesus – RC Sproul

During Jesus’ earthly ministry, one of the primary ways He would instruct His disciples was through parables. People would gather from far and wide in order to listen to what Jesus said about the kingdom of God, and the most common way He would explain the kingdom was in parables. But what does God want us to learn from these parables? In this series, Dr. R.C. Sproul examines several parables of Jesus, exploring the rich truths they reveal about who Jesus is and what He came to achieve through His life, death, and resurrection. If this is you, then consider joining our adult class on Sunday mornings at 9:15 a.m. in Fellowship Hall for a six-week DVD study on prayer.

NEW MEN’S SMALL GROUP 

Our newest men's group, M.O.R.A. (Men of Retirement Age), has sprouted.   The group is using the book titled “God’s Words of Life for Men”. This book combines scriptures and inspirational thoughts on a wide variety of topics that men are faced with every day.  Discussion topics include:  anger, strength, work, finances, role-models and integrity just to name a few.  This group will meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesday evening of the month beginning January 11, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. at FEPC.  For additional information email Don or him at 610-942-8721. 

Opportunities to Serve

THANK YOU TO ALL WHO PARTICIPATED IN OUR ANGEL TREES THIS YEAR. 

You we  very generous in giving of the gifts to The Salvation Army.  You were very, very generous with the gifts for the Good Works family.  All the angels were taken and some extra gift cards were given.  Jay and I delivered the packages the day before Christmas.  Karin, the grandmother, met us in the driveway and helped carry in the gifts.  Then she insisted we sit and have coffee and cookies with her.  We talked much and heard much about her life.  Her husband passed away from last December of an illness he had for quite a long time.  Unfortunately this is what put them in the poor financial situation.  Good Works is doing a great job on her house.  She is so grateful for all they are doing for her.  She was overwhelmed by all the gifts and said she knew the girls would be so pleased.  I will be following up with her soon.  Again, thank you all for your generosity.  Looking forward to doing this again next year.         

 Nancy Hayes

ATTENTION ALL ELDERS, STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS OF CHILDREN AND YOUTH

Our “Safe Church” training session will be held on Sunday, January 29, 2017 immediately following worship at 11:45 a.m. in Fellowship Hall.   Please mark your calendars.  On-line registration was forwarded via email this past week.  Additional registration is provided in your worship bulletin.  Please turn your registration form into the welcome desk.  Child care will be provided with advance registration.  Deadline for registering is Sunday, January 22.  For questions contact Cheryl Faust at  

COMMUNION TEAM

We are looking for a team of people to prepare communion.  Anyone interested in training to become a team member? This involves preparing for and serving Communion on the first Sunday of every month.  If interested, please email Linda Gyrath.

FEPC is SEEKING BUILDING AND GROUNDS CARETAKER

Responsible for overseeing and coordinating all activities relating to the cleanliness, usability, general repairs and preventative maintenance of Fairview building and grounds.  Part time position, approx. 10 hours per week, various times during the day/week.

Email resume or summary of work experience to the church office.

GOOD WORKS WORK DAY

OUR GOOD WORKS TEAM IS NOW SUPPORTING HOMES IN NORTHERN CHESTER COUNTY!!

Our normal workday is the first Saturday of the month.  Our next workday is 
February 4th.

Our partner home is here in Glenmoore. We are working out of the NCC Warehouse in St. Peter’s Village. Our workday begins at the St. Peter's warehouse at 8:00 and we complete our workday by 3 PM.

We would love to have you join our team. Many hands make light work. You only need to bring a willing heart. Tools and materials are provided. Women and teens are also welcome to join us.

The Team meets for breakfast & fellowship at 7:00 and then goes to the NCC Warehouse in St. Peters Village at 8 AM.

For questions and/or further details contact: Roy Adler 610-416-5996.

If you can help by providing lunch for the team, contact Sue Obenschain at 610-286-5013.

BAGEL SUNDAY

Anyone interested in sponsoring a Bagel Sunday the last Sunday of any month, please see Christy Pomager on Sunday, email her or use this sign up genius.

CANNED FOOD COLLECTION FOR THE SALVATION ARMY FOOD BANK

Because we, at Fairview,  are committed to service and to reaching out to our community- “bridging a gap” in 2017- let me say a big thank you to all who participated in giving in 2016 and remind you that many families in our community, (Glenmoore, Honey Brook and Elverson) need help ALL year long with your food donations.

Please plan to support this service project going forward.

Bobbie and I were able to take a very large donation of food two weeks before Christmas and Val organized 20 gifts to children at the same food bank run by the Salvation Army.

 Thank you all so much.

 Bobbie, Val and Jo-Ellen

THIS IS AN ONGOING "SERVE" IN OUR DISCIPLESHIP PROCESS HERE AT FAIRVIEW. WORSHIP, CONNECT, KNOW AND SERVE.

SERVING IN THE CHURCH NURSERY DURING WORSHIP

We are in need of a few volunteers in the Church Nursery on Sunday mornings to help our Nursery Attendant, Nancy Finch with the children. If you are interested you can email Christy Pomager or call her 610-469-4681.  Or click here to register.  Even if you can only sign up for one Sunday per quarter, it is much appreciated.

KCUP DONATIONS

Next time you pass the K-cups in the grocery aisle why not pick up a pack and bring it with you on Sunday morning? This would be a huge blessing! Or if you ever see a Buy One GET One sale why not Buy One and GIVE One We can use caffeine/decaf/tea/hot chocolate/flavored. Any brand name is fine! See you at the Keurig on Sunday!