FPC MINISTRY UPDATES

Worship

Sunday Services: We will have one worship service at 11:00 AM in the Sanctuary with overflow seating in King Hall. Our Sunday School hour is from 10:05 AM to 10:50 AM.

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.

Boiler Room Prayer ~ August 3rd at 6 pm in the Pastoral Library

The purpose is to pray for our Session, for the ministry and work of our church, and fervently for God’s power to work in and through our church to advance the gospel.

2026-2027 Church Theme - “Ambassadors for Christ: Persuading and Pleading with the Message of Reconciliation”

2026-2027 Church Theme - “Ambassadors for Christ: Persuading and Pleading with the Message of Reconciliation” is based on 2 Corinthians 5:20 - “Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.” This year’s theme calls us to persuasively and urgently proclaim the message of reconciliation. In 2 Corinthians 5, Paul teaches that gospel witness is shaped by the fear of the Lord, controlled by the love of Christ, entrusted with the message of reconciliation, and carried out as ambassadors through whom God makes His appeal. Therefore, we do not merely hope people notice our faith; we lovingly, clearly, persuasively, and urgently implore others: be reconciled to God through Jesus Christ.

Ambassadors for Christ ~ 40 Day Devotion continues through September 4th

This devotional on Evangelism is what we will use as a church family to journey through 40 days of Word and prayer. This easy-to-follow devotional has the specific dates and weeks noted in the document. Thank you to all our church members who contributed to the devotional content. Don’t forget to pick up your copy after worship or from the church office!

Save the Date ~ Annual Church Picnic – August 16th Following combined 10 a.m. worship in King Hall

Our annual block-style picnic is coming soon. There will be water activities for children of all ages, along with food and fun for everybody. Make sure to bring your child’s swimsuit and towel for all the water activities. Indoor seating will also be provided. We ask for a $10 per person donation for lunch. We will have Bingo again this year in King Hall. We need some cakes (homemade preferred) for the prizes. If you would like to provide a cake, then contact Jill Fisher ( ).

The Blessed Life: A Year-long Study of the Psalms resumes August 2nd

The Book of Psalms is the sacred place where the living God meets His people in the most intimate and personal of ways. He invites them to know Him not merely as an idea, but as their refuge, portion, shepherd, and King. The Psalter reveals that the truly happy life is one rooted in the person and work of Almighty God, whose steadfast love holds His people through every season of the soul. As the Psalter moves from anguish to adoration, from darkness to dawn, it becomes a mirror of the Christian life itself. It teaches us to pray honestly, to hope stubbornly, and to sing faithfully, even when night seems long. In the deepest valleys, the Psalms give voice to the church’s groan; on the highest heights, they train the church’s doxology. And in every line, every cry, and every hallelujah, Christ Himself comes near, revealing the light of the world in the dark night of the soul and leading His people into the blessedness that only His grace can give.

Women’s Ministry Kick-Off Lunch ~ Sunday, August 23rd following 11 am worship service

Ladies, it is time to kick off a new year in Women’s Ministry! Join us in the Hardy Fellowship Hall. We will hear FPC ladies tell their stories surrounding the church theme, "Ambassadors for Christ”. Come for food, fellowship, and to hear about the exciting opportunities to grow closer to Jesus and one another in the year ahead! Please register by visiting fpcrome.org/women.

Women’s Fall Bible Study is Coming Soon

Save the Date: Fall Women’s Bible Study will soon be back Tuesday, August 25th-November 11th. Keep watching for more details.

Advancing God’s Kingdom: An Evening with the FPC Argentina Team ~ Sunday, August 30th at 6 pm

Advancing God’s Kingdom: An Evening with the FPC Argentina Team ~ Sunday, August 30th at 6 pm. Join us in King Hall to hear incredible stories and witness remarkable glimpses of the Kingdom of God’s progress in Buenos Aires, Argentina. These firsthand accounts, shared by members of the FPC team, will inspire you to actively contribute to advancing God’s Kingdom in the region where He has placed you. A nursery will be provided for children aged 8 weeks through 5 years; please contact Mrs. Nell.

August Community Ministry Spotlight: ESP (Extra Special People)

For nearly 40 years, Extra Special People (ESP) has built spaces where people of all abilities are seen, supported, and celebrated. What began as a single week of summer camp has grown into a multi-community organization offering year-round programs, family support, and meaningful opportunities for connection, growth, and independence. At ESP, experiences are intentionally designed. They meet individuals where they are, honor their abilities, and surround families with a community rooted in joyful hospitality. Families don’t just participate in programs here—they find a place to belong.

Children's Ministry is in Need of Teachers This Fall

Come join us in pursuing Children’s Ministry’s vision for the Discipleship of the next generation: God-centered, Gospel-focused teaching. Please contact Mrs. Andrea if you feel led by the Lord to teach this Fall. "I am GOD. I have called you... as a lighthouse to the nations." Isaiah 42:6 MSG.

Coming Soon: Fall Sunday Studies

Coming August 23!

Fall Adult Sunday School continues through December 13

The Prison Epistles (Fellowship Hall) Teaching team: Dave Abernathy, Tommy Atha, Blakely Hall, Emmett Long, Tony Pemerton
The Gospel of John (CLC 101) Teaching team: Matt Claytor, Charles Looney, Ryan Okubo, Jonathan Schwartz
Kingdom Through Covenant (College: CLC 201) Teacher: Camden Garrett
The Kingdom of God (CLC 203) Teaching team: Ken Chivers, Jeff Lewis, Dathan Sorrow
Acts 242 (Hardy Chapel)

CHILDREN:

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

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

Children’s Classes meet on the Second Floor of the Education Building

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

YOUTH

Jr. & Sr. High Students – Crossing

Coming Soon: Fall Wednesday Nights

Wednesday Nights, beginning August 26-November 11

Fellowship Hall Class:

Wednesday Community Groups

Couples

David & Jessica Baker; CLC 210

Jonathan & Bethany Jonhson; VanDyke Room

Men’s

Rob Davis’ Office

Women’s

CLC 203

Robin Sorrow & Emily Katherine Johnson; CLC 101

CLC 209

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

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

Children’s Classes meet on the Second Floor of the Education Building

WNG Children’s Groups:
*BIBLE ZONE
2s-3s year olds- 209
4s-5s year olds - 208-210

*SUMMIT

1st-5th grade - God's Garden
*COMMUNICANTS CLASS - Upper Room

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

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?

Children's Summer Sunday School

CHILDREN’S SUMMER SUNDAY SCHOOL – This summer, we are combining our children’s Sunday School classes in the following groups and rooms:

2- and 3-year-olds* – Room 209 - study "God's People."

4- and 5-year-olds* – Room 208 - study " God keeps His promises."

1^st through 5^th grades – God's Garden - study " Awake, My Soul, and SING!

FPC Giving

GIVING:

Operating Budget Through June

Tithes and Gifts Expenses Over/(Short)

$1,471,061.97 $1,450,488.04 $20,573.93

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 .