FPC MINISTRY UPDATES

Worship

Sunday Services: We will have two worship services: 9:00 am in the Sanctuary and 11:00 a.m. in King Hall. Our Sunday School Hour is from 10:05 am to 10:50 am.

The Flowers in the Sanctuary

THE FLOWERS IN THE SANCTUARY are given to the glory of God and in memory of the upcoming birthday of Barbara Holt Brewster by The Brewster Family.

The Sacrament of Communion is Next Sunday

The Sacrament of Communion will be celebrated at both services on May 17th. May we use this week to prepare our hearts and minds to rightly receive this gift of God. We will remain in our seats while the Elders distribute the elements.

CONNECT WITH US: If you are visiting with us today, we would love to have the opportunity to answer any questions you may have about our church. Please visit our Connections table after worship to talk with a volunteer and to receive a gift cross. Or you may visit our church website, click on the link at the top for the Connect Form, and a member of our Connections team will contact you. We look forward to connecting with you.

Senior Recognition Sunday is May 10th

This Sunday, we will be recognizing our graduating high school seniors. We encourage you to take a moment to pray for these young individuals as they embark on the next chapter in their lives.

May Community Ministry Spotlight: Haven Health

Haven Health offers support and hope through the love of Christ by providing trusted and confidential services in Rome and the surrounding area to educate, equip, and encourage women during their pregnancy as they explore their options and discover God's plan for their lives. We have been serving Rome and the Rome area since 1986. We have helped nearly 10,000 patients since our inception!

Baby Bottle Boomerang

Every spring, from Mother’s Day through Father’s Day, Haven Health Clinic distributes baby bottles through churches to be filled with cash, checks, and change. Pick up your bottle and help support Haven Health.

Annual Camp 456 ~ May 22nd - 24th at the Ocoee Retreat Center-Deadline is May 11

Our theme this year is "Rejoice," and our speaker is Mr. Camden Garrett. This adventure camp is designed for rising 4th, 5th, and 6th graders to help explore and experience the adventure of having a relationship with Christ. Online registration is open and will close at 4 PM on Monday, May 11th.

Emerald Crossing Vacation Bible School Registration is Open

Emerald Crossing Vacation Bible School student registration is now open! This year, we will learn about Jesus, the Good Shepherd, as we take an Irish adventure through Psalm 23. VBS is June 22-26 from 9-12 for children ages 3 (potty-trained) to rising 6th grade. Register using the link on the church website or by scanning the QR code on signage around the building. Please see Bethany Johnson or Helen Chivers with any questions.

Pips Picnic at Lock and Dam is May 14

Pips Picnic is May 14. The Annual Pips Picnic at the Lock and Dam will be on Thursday, May 14, starting at 11 am under the pavilion. We will grill hamburgers and hot dogs and have all the fixings. Unless you’ve already signed up to bring some food, you don’t need to bring anything. Please sign up with the church office or let me know so we know how many are coming. If you need transportation, please let me know and meet me at the church at 10:30 to ride the bus. Please invite a friend and join us for great food, fun, and fellowship.

Spring Sunday Morning Studies

ADULTS:

Spring Adult Sunday School continues through May 31st
- Connecting the Dots (Fellowship Hall) Teaching team: Dave Abernathy, Tommy Atha, Blakely Hall, Emmett Long, Tony Pemerton
- How the Gospel Brings You All the Way Home (Reformations: CLC 101) Teaching team: Rusty Chadwick, Matt Claytor, Brant Evans, Pastor Jonathan
- Unlocking the Parables (College: CLC 201) Teaching team: Camden Garrett, Amy Neal, Ben Rooke
- In Christ Alone: Living the Gospel-Centered Life (The Upper Room: CLC 203) Teaching team: John Goodrich, Trey Newton, Chris Congdon, Eddie Johnston, Pastor Ken
- Calling: A Scriptural Journey (Galilee: CLC 205) Teaching team: Jeff Lewis, Dathan Sorrow

INFANTS AND TODDLERS:

Infants (8 weeks – 16 months) – Downstairs Nursery of Education Building
Toddlers (16 months – 2 years) – Downstairs Nursery of Education Building

CHILDREN:(upstairs in the Education Building)

2’s and 3’s -209
4’s -210
5’s- 208
1st-2nd grade -205
3rd grade-204
4th grade -203
5th & 6th Grade Girls-202
5th & 6th Grade Boys -201

YOUTH:

Jr. & Sr. High Students – Crossing

Walking in the Light — A Study of 1, 2 & 3 John Adult Summer Sunday School • 10 Weeks • Beginning June 7^th in the King Hall

This summer, join us for a journey through three of the most personal and pastoral letters in the New Testament. Written by the Apostle John late in his life, these letters return us to the beating heart of Christian living — truth, love, and assurance. Three great themes run through every session: Light. Love. Life. Whether you're a longtime believer or still exploring faith, each week stands on its own, and every session welcomes you wherever you are.

We'll spend ten weeks asking one of the most practical questions a person can ask: How do I know I have eternal life — and what difference does that make?

Wednesday Night Programming will resume in August.

FPC Giving

Operating Budget Through April

Tithes and Gifts Expenses Over/(Short)

$1,083,571.48 $977,693.19 $105,878.29

Student Ministry Scholarship Program

Our Student Ministry Work Scholarship Program continues to accept jobs year-round. If you have any work that needs to be done, please contact Caleb Sanders at or visit fpcrome.org/scholarship to fill out the online form. We are particularly in need of opportunities for our female students.

For Congregants: If a congregant has a job that they would like to do, please contact the church office. Please give your name, phone number and description of the job along with how many students may be needed. Caleb Sanders will contact you for more specifics and to schedule a date and time. Payment should be submitted to the church office, notating that it is for the work scholarship program. Please note these payments are not tax-deductible.

For Students: Students have the opportunity to work jobs for our congregants to help fund future trips. If interested please contact the church office and leave the student's name, parent's name and contact information. Caleb Sanders will reach out to both the family of the student and the congregant to coordinate logistics and specifics.

A sign-up link can be found at www.fpcrome.org/scholarship or on the student ministry page. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Caleb Sanders and

MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES ~ SERVE PROFILE

The Bible teaches us that all Christians were “created in Christ Jesus for good works” (Ephesians 2:10). Our church has created a Serve Profile that helps you discover how God has gifted you for His service and shows you potential areas of service in the church and community. This Serve Profile does not automatically sign you up to serve anywhere! It opens the door for a ministry leader to contact you and discuss ways you may feel called to serve FPC and our surrounding community when opportunities are presented. You may visit fpcrome.org/serve and click on the SERVE PROFILE button. It is accessible from all mobile devices and takes about 7 minutes to complete. If you prefer a paper copy, contact the church office at 706-291-6033.

SERVING AND CARING FOR OTHERS

PRAYER REQUESTS
If you would like to be kept informed of the church’s prayer needs, email the church office at .org to receive updated prayer requests. If you would like to submit a Prayer Request for yourself or someone you know who is in need, you may do so on our website at http://www.fpcrome.org/prayer
Do you know someone who is a non-believer? The Evangelism Ministry Team would love to pray for them. You may email your specific requests to Pastor Jonathan Schwartz at .