Life of the Church - August 18, 2010

Town Hall Meeting-Report from Committees & Councils ~ Wednesday, August 18, 6:00 PM, Trentham Hall
Please make plans to attend our second Town Hall meeting on tonight. We will gather as a church family in Trentham Hall to hear a brief report from each of our committees and councils about what is happening in each area and what we can expect in the coming year as they introduce new plans associated with our Strategic Plan. The meeting will consist of brief reports followed by a Q&A session. Please come prepared to learn and get involved in helping the committees set our course for the coming year. Your input and suggestions will be critical as the committees plan activities and work on their budget needs and goals for 2011.

Fall Festival of Faith – August 22 – September 26
Has your life become so hectic and complicated that you wonder if you are missing out on the wonderful presence of God in your life?  When was the last time you experienced revival? Join us beginning August 22 for a six-week Fall Festival of Faith when we will slow down and focus on our personal and collective spiritual revival and renewal.

During this time, you will notice an absence of committee and council meetings. We will do this in a spirit of stillness and quiet as we allow God's Spirit to speak to us in fresh ways. John Ortberg's The Me I Want to Be: Becoming God's Best Version of You will help to guide our thoughts and discussion. The book and discussion guide are available for purchase from the church office. The book is $15 and the participant's guide is $5. Call 546-9661 for more information.

More information about the Fall Festival of Faith is available at FBCKnox.org.

Additional Small Group – Fall Festival of Faith
Another Small Group has been formed for our Fall Festival of Faith!  Winnie Anderson will host a downtown group at her home Sundays beginning August 22 5:30-6:30 PM.  Scott Erwin will lead the discussion.  If you would like to register for this group, please contact Kim Pieratt at 546-9661 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

PASSAGE! ~ Alternative Children’s Worship
Passage: Children's Worship officially began on Sunday, August 15 during part of the 11:00 service for Kindergarteners and First graders.  This is an optional children's worship experience designed to help transition this age child into adult worship. It involves helping children worship in a special place each week apart from the worshiping congregation so they become able to worship meaningfully with the congregation. We will be using material entitled: Young Children and Worship.   Interested in helping on a rotating basis? Contact Susan Tatum at 567-5920.

Parent2Parent Mentoring Program
Parent2Parent is a new mentoring ministry designed to reach new parents here at FBC. The idea is to pair new, young parents with an experienced couple that can walk with them through some of the challenges of parenthood and be a mentor to them.  We will also be meeting from time to time to discuss issues and work through material entitled "The Parenting Project".

If you are new parents and would like to be involved, or if you are "empty nesters" that would enjoy sharing some of your experiences and mentoring a young couple, please contact Susan Tatum at 567-5920.

Children's Music and Missions Programs and Festival of Faith for Adults
Wednesday, August 25, 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Beat the heat! We are doing something a little different this year for our Fall Kick-off. We will not be setting up registration tables outside. See our new schedule below for the details. We look forward to seeing you here!

Fall Kick-off Schedule
5:00 PM - Regular Wednesday night supper in Trentham Hall.
5:45-6:15 PM - Parents and kids are encouraged to drop in and "meet your leaders" in both music and mission rooms. You can register your children for both music and missions on the first or second floors at the registration desks.
6:00 PM -  Dr. Shiell begins his Spiritual Renewal study for adults, Session 1 - "Discover the Spirit," in the Chapel.
6:15-7:00 PM -  Parents and kids alike can go outside for a sno-cones, popcorn and moon bounces. 

With all the heat we have had lately, this schedule will feel a lot cooler to everyone!

MERGE Parent Night ~ August 28 ~ 6:30-9:00 PM
We are bringing back Duffy Robbins for another incredible night of fun and encouragement for anyone who lives with teenagers, has children who will eventually become teenagers, or has children who, at the rate they are going, may not make it to their teenage years. The cost is $10 for individuals or $15 for parenting couples. See Michael for tickets.

FBC Golf Outing ~ Ruggles Ferry Golf Course ~ Sunday, October 3      Registration Deadline: September 1
A shot-gun start is scheduled for 1:30 PM. The price is $35.00.

There will be prizes for the first place finishing group, only. There will be no scheduled meal afterward, however; we can arrange for a sandwich, chips, and drink in their snack bar if we choose.

We have guaranteed a minimum number of 24, so the deadline is pushed up from what we normally have.
What are you waiting for? Please don't leave Andy hanging. Contact him now,  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , with your intention to play, or register online at FBCKnox.org.

Menu – Wednesday, August 25
Hamburgers, Hotdogs and all Trimmings
Chips
Potato Salad
Slaw
Fresh Fruit
Cookies and Ice Cream

Life of the Church - August 11

Future Wednesday Night Activities ~ 6:00 PM ~ Trentham Hall
August 18: Leadership Night – Town Hall Meeting: Report from Committees and Councils
August 25: The Me I Want To Be: Discovering the Spirit – Led by Bill Shiell (Chapel)

 PASSAGE Begins!! ~ Sunday, August 15
Passage: Children's Worship will officially kick-off on Sunday, August 15 during part of the 11:00 service for Kindergarteners and First graders.  This is an optional children's worship experience designed to help transition this age child into adult worship. It involves helping children worship in a special place each week apart from the worshiping congregation so they become able to worship meaningfully with the congregation. We will be using material entitled: Young Children and Worship.

Kindergarteners and first graders will continue to be picked up from Sunday School by a parent and accompany them into the 11:00 service. At a given point they will be dismissed to waiting adults that will accompany them to the Kids Connection Hall on the same floor as the Sanctuary. This will usually happen after the Children's Sermon and be listed in the Order of Worship. Parents may pick up their children immediately after the service.

There will be a brief orientation on Sunday, August 8 at noon after the 11:00 service in the Gathering Room on the Kids Connection floor for parents and children. Come and find out more about this new ministry.

Interested in helping on a rotating basis? Contact Susan Tatum at 567-5920.

Parent2Parent Mentoring Program
Parent2Parent is a new mentoring ministry designed to reach new parents here at FBC. The idea is to pair new, young parents with an experienced couple that can walk with them through some of the challenges of parenthood and be a mentor to them.  We will also be meeting from time to time to discuss issues and work through material entitled "The Parenting Project".

Our first meeting will be held on Sunday, August 1 at 4:30 PM in the Conference Room. Childcare will be provided by reservation. We will use this time to discuss the program and decided how we want it to work to best meet the needs of everyone involved.

If you are new parents and would like to be involved, or if you are "empty nesters" that would enjoy sharing some of your experiences and mentoring a young couple, please contact Susan Tatum at 567-5920.

Promotion Sunday ~ Sunday, August 15
Sunday, August 15 will be Promotion Sunday for all preschool, children, and youth. We will be highlighting our rising first and sixth graders in both services and kicking off our new Children's Worship called PASSAGE (See page 2 of First Light for more details.) There will be a luncheon following the 11:00 AM service in the Blue Room to welcome our sixth graders into the youth ministry.

Additional Small Group – Fall Festival of Faith
Another Small Group has been formed for our Fall Festival of Faith!  Winnie Anderson will host a downtown group at her home Sundays beginning August 22 5:30-6:30 PM.  Scott Erwin will lead the discussion.  If you would like to register for this group, please contact Kim Pieratt at 546-9661 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Town Hall Meeting-Report from Committees & Councils
Wednesday, August 18
6:00 PM, Trentham Hall
Please make plans to attend our second Town Hall meeting on Wednesday, August 8, at 6 PM. We will gather as a church family in Trentham Hall to hear a brief report form each of our committees and councils about what is happening in each area and what we can expect in the coming year as they introduce new plans associated with our Strategic Plan. The meeting will consist of brief reports followed by a Q&A session. Please come prepared to learn and get involved in helping the committees set our course for the coming year. Your input and suggestions will be critical as the committees plan activities and work on their budget needs and goals for 2011.

FBC Golf Outing
Ruggles Ferry Golf Course
Sunday, October 3
September 1 - Registration Deadline
A shot-gun start is scheduled for 1:30 PM. The price is $35.00.
There will be prizes for the first place finishing group, only. There will be no scheduled meal afterward, however; we can arrange for a sandwich, chips, and drink in their snack bar if we choose.
We have guaranteed a minimum number of 24, so the deadline is pushed up from what we normally have.
What are you waiting for? Please don't leave Andy hanging. Contact him now,  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , with your intention to play, or register online.here.

Bridge Lunch: The Me I Want to Be by John Ortberg ~ Wednesday August 18, 11:50 AM – Trentham Hall

Menu – Wednesday, August 18
Meat Loaf
Mac and Cheese
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans
Salad Bar
Pasta Salad
Rolls Deserts

Life of the Church - August 4, 2010

Future Wednesday Night Activities ~ 6:00 PM ~ Trentham Hall

TONIGHT:   Paul and the Church at Corinth: Part 1 – Led by Carol McEntyre

August 11: Paul and the Church at Corinth: Part 2 – Led by Carol McEntyre

August 18: Leadership Night – Town Hall Meeting: Report from Committees and Councils

August 25: The Me I Want To Be: Discovering the Spirit – Led by Bill Shiell (Chapel)

PASSAGE Begins!! ~ Sunday, August 15

Passage: Children's Worship will officially kick-off on Sunday, August 15 during part of the 11:00 service for Kindergarteners and First graders.  This is an optional children's worship experience designed to help transition this age child into adult worship. It involves helping children worship in a special place each week apart from the worshiping congregation so they become able to worship meaningfully with the congregation. We will be using material entitled: Young Children and Worship.

Kindergarteners and first graders will continue to be picked up from Sunday School by a parent and accompany them into the 11:00 service. At a given point they will be dismissed to waiting adults that will accompany them to the Kids Connection Hall on the same floor as the Sanctuary. This will usually happen after the Children's Sermon and be listed in the Order of Worship. Parents may pick up their children immediately after the service.

There will be a brief orientation on Sunday, August 8 at noon after the 11:00 service in the Gathering Room on the Kids Connection floor for parents and children. Come and find out more about this new ministry.

Interested in helping on a rotating basis? Contact Susan Tatum at 567-5920.

Parent2Parent Mentoring Program

Parent2Parent is a new mentoring ministry designed to reach new parents here at FBC. The idea is to pair new, young parents with an experienced couple that can walk with them through some of the challenges of parenthood and be a mentor to them.  We will also be meeting from time to time to discuss issues and work through material entitled "The Parenting Project".

Our first meeting will be held on Sunday, August 1 at 4:30 PM in the Conference Room. Childcare will be provided by reservation. We will use this time to discuss the program and decided how we want it to work to best meet the needs of everyone involved.

If you are new parents and would like to be involved, or if you are "empty nesters" that would enjoy sharing some of your experiences and mentoring a young couple, please contact Susan Tatum at 567-5920.

Set Sail with the Titanic ~ Thursday, August 12, 2010
Saints Alive! trip to the Titanic, "the World's Largest Permanent Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, TN. Join us as we take you on an incredible historical journey. Get ready to play a part in one of the greatest human dramas of all time. You will navigate through twenty rooms holding more than 400 valuable museum artifacts and personal items, an

Promotion Sunday ~ Sunday, August 15

Sunday, August 15 will be Promotion Sunday for all preschool, children, and youth. We will be highlighting our rising first and sixth graders in both services and kicking off our new Children's Worship called PASSAGE (See page 2 of First Light for more details.) There will be a luncheon following the 11:00 AM service in the Blue Room to welcome our sixth graders into the youth ministry.

REMINDER: All families of rising first and sixth graders are asked to send in a recent photo of your family including your rising student for a special part of our 8:42 AM service. We would like to encourage our congregation to pray for families by name. These photos should be high-resolution pictures and need to be emailed now to Michael at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Bridge Lunch: The Me I Want to Be by John Ortberg ~ Wednesday August 18, 11:50 AM – Trentham Hall

Menu – Wednesday, August 11

Baked Chicken
Green Vegetable
Potato Wedges
Sweet Potatoes
Broccoli Salad
Salad Bar
Rolls

Life of the Church - July 7, 2010

Renewing the Priesthood & Prophethood of All Believers
A Summer Bible Study with Dr. Shiell & Dr. Lovett ~ Wednesdays ~ Trentham Hall ~ 6–7 PM
We will study the prophetic books of the Bible as well as the New Testament concept of the people of God as priests.  This study will continue through July 21st directly following the Wednesday night dinner which begins at 5:00 PM.

Informational Meeting for Prospective Students & Friends
Carson Newman is launching an MA in Applied Theology August 6. FBC is hosting a recruitment and informational luncheon July 21 in the Trentham Hall overflow. Courses will be held on weekends, and the target audience includes professionals with no theological background, recent CN graduates, and clergy who want to return to the classroom to boost their theological training.

Info Lunch for Prospective Students and Friends of the MA in Applied Theology program
July 21, 2010
Noon - 1:30 PM
Cost: $5/ person
RSVP: July 19 to  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Details of the program can be found on CN’s website at http://www.cn.edu/religion/maat.htm

Hats Off to the Discipleship Council!
Have you noticed the brightly-colored laminated posters scattered throughout the church?  Our Discipleship Council spent time polling our adult Bible Study groups in order to make these informational posters.  They are most helpful as we direct Sunday morning guests to adult Bible Study classrooms.  Information such as the group's style, age ranges, teacher's name, and class number is found on the posters.  The Council will update these as changes are made to our Bible Study Groups.

Set Sail with the Titanic ~ Thursday, August 12, 2010
Join the Saints Alive! for a trip to the Titanic, "the World's Largest Permanent Titanic Museum Attraction in Pigeon Forge, TN. Join us as we take you on an incredible historical journey. Get ready to play a part in one of the greatest human dramas of all time. You will navigate through twenty rooms holding more than 400 valuable museum artifacts and personal items, an exclusive photo collection and hands-on-activities."
The group rate for adults is $18.50 and for children, $11. The cost of transportation will be determined by the number of people attending. Contact Kim Pieratt,  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , or 246-4655 by Monday, July 19 to reserve your spot.  For more information, see www.titanicpigeonforge.com.

Yoga with Meditation
We have a perfect way to center, relax, meditate, and more: yoga in Trentham Hall every Tuesday at 5:30. Whether you have never taken yoga or have many years experience, you'll enjoy this quiet, fitness-based yoga class with meditation. Subagh Ball, certified yoga instructor and personal trainer has taught at the Rush for 10 years, but her class here at FBC has no membership requirement (of course) and is in a wonderful, quiet place. Refresh your spirit and mind! Come try the class this Tuesday at 5:30.

Menu - Wednesday July 14
Pork Wings with Orange Sauce
Baked Beans
Baked Potato
Slaw
Salad Bar
Dessert