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Twinkle Twinkle, It's a Sprinkle!!Baby smiles and giggles galore Cash and Emily are adding one more! Big brother, Keegan, has plenty to share It's just a sprinkle to show we care! Not much is needed, just the basics will do Like diapers and wipes or gift cards will do.
Please drop off items for Cash & Emily Littlefield by October 25th to the church sanctuary.
Unscented wipes, Pampers or Luvs diapers |
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Poinsettias for ChristmasIn past years, the beautiful poinsettias we use for Christmas have come from Louisiana Tech and been funded through generous donations. This year, if you would like to purchase a poinsettia in honor of, or in memory of a loved one, they are $30. Drop a note in the offering plate or call Kim in the church office to place your order. Please place orders by November 15th |
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Operation Christmas ChildIt’s that time of the year again! Well.. I’m hoping it is but with the year we have had, who knows for sure! But traditionally, this is the time of the year where we start thinking about the holidays. Although this holiday season may be a little different, there are two things we can count on: 1.) We will all shop for loved ones 2.) God’s love is everlasting and we are called to spread his word. So since we will be shopping this season and want to spread God’s love, why not do both together and build a shoebox for Operation Christmas Child!? I know you are thinking “How is stuffing a shoebox spreading God’s word?” Let me tell you: We are sending more than toys...We are sending Jesus in a shoebox!
The children who are receiving these shoeboxes are being taught about Christ’s love and they are experiencing the love of Christians. These shoeboxes are life changing to many children. How would you feel if you knew that your shoebox was apart of the reason a child accepted Christ in their heart?
For those who have never packed a shoebox, it’s super simple! At the back of the sanctuary, there are boxes and a sign up sheet. Before you sign up and write down how many boxes you want to pack, stop and Pray. Pray for the children who’s lives will be touched by these boxes. Pray for Operation Christmas Child and that this epidemic will not stop it from being the most successful year.
Once you decide how many boxes you wish to pack, decide on which age and gender you’re shopping for. There are tons of things you can buy (except candy and toothpaste unfortunately) that any child would love! Toys, hygiene items, wash clothes, educational supplies, hair accessories, crafts, shirts, and flip flops are just some of the many ideas! Then head to the store and shop. Before you shop, take a moment to Pray. Pray for a positive shopping experience and for God to give you direction and answers to some decisions you will have to make.
Once you purchase your items, pack them in the shoebox. Be sure to fill the shoeboxes all the way up but remember they have to close all the way down . Don’t forget to put your label on the outside indicating what age and gender the box is for. Also, be sure to include the $9.00 for shipping per box. I know $9.00 is a lot (especially with multiple boxes) but it is used to pay for many things such as gas for the trucks to take the boxes to the drop off locations and money to charter a boat to drop off boxes. Once you pack your boxes, bring them to the church no later than November 15, 2020. When you drop off your box, remember to stop and Pray. Pray for the hands these shoe boxes will go through until it finally reaches its destination. Pray for the safety for the volunteers and staff. Also pray that whoever receives this box will experience the love of Jesus Christ.
Last year, we collected 65 boxes! That was awesome!! Let’s do it again but this time, let’s aim higher! FCC, can we do 75 boxes!? I think we can! Let’s remember something good about 2020 and make it our biggest Operation Christmas Child collection yet!
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Picking Up Christmas BoxesIf you are uncomfortable or unable to come to church yet, you can still participate with Operation Christmas Child. We have several ways for you to participate: You can call Kim in the church office and arrange to pick up boxes during the week. You can get in touch with Nikki Cox to make arrangements for her to do your shopping for you, or you can donate directly on our web-site and we will take care of everything for you. Just give us a call and we will accomodate you however possible! |
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Need Help Shopping??With COVID-19 still raging and no end in sight, if you would like to participate in Operation Christmas Child but don't feel comfortable braving the crowds, Nikki Cox has graciously offered to shop for you. Just decide how much you want to spend and then pick boy or girl and an age group and it will be all done for you. If you are interested, please contact Nikki Cox at (601) 594-2030 for more information. |
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Weekly BulletinYou can access our weekly church bulletin by going to our church web-site, www.fcc-monroe.org and clicking BULLETIN in the menu bar at the top of the page. It will contain Pastor Craig's sermon outline, current happenings, news you can use, and financial updates. |
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Prayer WarriorsDo not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and suplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. Philippians 4:6 To send a prayer request or a Praise on Prayer Warriors, submit your request by going to our church web-site www.fcc-monroe.org and clcking CONTACT on the top menu bar. You can submit your request by filling out the Get In Touch form. |
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Financial UpdatesThank you for your continued giving and support. We have several ways for you to give your tithes and offering: place your offering in the offering plate in the back of the worship center, mail in your tithes and offerings to the church office, or you may give on-line through our web-site giving portal. Go to our web-site www.fcc-monroe.org and click on GIVE in the top menu, then follow the instructions. |
