Vision Shifts - Part 2 of 5...

This is the second in a series of five concerning vision transitions that are happening…

Our focus is to lead people to become followers of Jesus! The direction of our church is how we seek to do this collectively and individually through APPROPRIATE large group gatherings, AUTHENTIC small groups, and APPLIED trainning. How do we move toward this?

Dual Worship Services – On Sunday, September 7 we will launch two identical worship services (9:25 & 10:55), which will include full children’s ministry at both. Why do this? First, space – we have exceeded our 80% capacity in floor seating and need to expand our ability to continue reaching people. Second, opportunity – you will be able to serve in ministry on Sunday AND not miss worship!

Bible Study Transitions – On Wednesday, September 10 all but two of our current Sunday morning Bible Study classes will begin meeting on Wednesday’s. Our goal is to eventually implement intentional training for a beginning follower of Jesus all the way to a leader in the Kingdom of God. Moving classes to Wednesday night will be the first step for this to become a reality!

In the next Pastor’s Thoughts I will share vision shifts concerning MISSIONS at Fellowship Church.

Loving and Leading,

Jeff Powell

Vision Shifts - Part 1 of 5...

Fellowship Church, I am excited and convinced of the Spirit-led direction of our church!  Yet, I know that confusion and fear can exist when changes are made.  During the next few weeks in my Pastor's Thoughts, I will share with you vision transitions that are happening...

Summer Son - During the summer I will preach a series of messages exploring some of the "hot sayings of Jesus" - thus the name, Summer Son!  To illustrate this series, feel free to wear your Caribbean shirts and flip-flops.  You may even need your shades, as some of the sayings of the "Son" are really hot:)!

$10 Challenge - Our core leadership (staff, deacons, and administrative team) has issued a challenge for everyone to give $10 extra each week in the offering above your normal giving.  If you have not been giving, this is a great place to start giving!  As we give, two things will happen:  1) Ministries will be funded.  2) You will be blessed.  God responds to faith (Hebrews 11:6) and giving expresses your faith (Luke 6:38)!

In the next Pastor's Thoughts I will be sharing about two vision shifts coming up in September.

Loving and Leading,

Jeff Powell