FPC MINISTRY UPDATES

Worship

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

 

The Sacrament of Baptism. We welcome Mr. and Mrs. Alex (Caroline) Davis to the 9:00 AM service as they present their son, Walt Alexander Davis, to be marked with this sign of the covenant.  

 

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.

 

 

Officer Nominating ~ Deadline for Nomination Submission ~ Monday, September 21st

The Officer Nominating Committee is prayerfully seeking the Lord’s guidance as they prepare to present nominees to the congregation for election as Elders, Deacons, and Trustees for the next three years. Your participation in this process is important. Nomination forms were mailed to members last week. Please use the membership list as a guide when considering your nominations, then submit your selections. We encourage everyone to submit nominations online at www.fpcrome.org. Paper forms may also be returned by mail, dropped off at the Church Office, or placed in one of the nomination boxes located around campus. The deadline to submit nominations is Monday, September 21.

 

 

Pray for Me Campaign-Relaunching this Fall

We're bringing back the Pray for Me Campaign, connecting generations through prayer! Adults commit to a year of praying for one student, and we need Prayer Champions and students to sign up. Launch event: Sunday, September 13. Interested? Sign-up sheets in the lobby or www.fpcrome.org/students.

 

 

Trail Life Sunday is September 13th

Each year, the second Sunday of September is celebrated as Trail Life Sunday. Trail Life is committed to guiding young men ages 5-18 on their journey to becoming courageous leaders who honor God and serve others. Our program emphasizes outdoor adventures, character development, and mentorship, all grounded in biblical values and led by dedicated male role models. Our goal is to grow in faith and character in a God-honoring environment, whether developing leadership skills, enjoying the beauty of creation, or making new friends. Join us on Thursdays at 6:30 PM in the Crossing.

 

 

Women’s Bible Study on Hebrews

Who is Jesus, really? Hebrews answers that question with relentless clarity: He is superior to the angels, superior to Moses, superior to every priest and every sacrifice that came before Him. In light of this truth, we have a sure and steadfast anchor for our souls. Join us as we dig into the book of Hebrews beginning Tuesday, August 25. Led by: Brittni Hall, Jennifer Scott, Amy Fulton, and Jordan Orr. Please contact Nell Milner for nursery needs. 

• Tuesday mornings: Digging Deeper 9:30-10:00; Teaching 10:00-11:00; Table Discussion 11:00-11:30.
• Tuesday evenings: Teaching 6:00-7:00; Table Discussion 7:00-7:30

 

 

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.

 

 

Fall Sunday Studies - August 23 - December 13

Sola Scriptura: The Prison Epistles (Fellowship Hall) - Teaching team: Dave Abernathy, Blakely Hall, Emmett Long, Tony Pemerton. This year we study Paul's prison epistles — Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon — written while he was under house arrest in Rome. Though confined, Paul's ministry didn't stop; his imprisonment became a platform for the gospel. Each letter offers a unique angle: Ephesians grounds us theologically, Philippians overflows with joy in Christ, Colossians proclaims Jesus' supremacy, and Philemon models gospel-shaped reconciliation. Using the Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary series, we'll discover that the same gospel that sustained Paul in chains can sustain us in every trial. Best for: All adults who want to study Scripture by digging deeply through expositional teaching of whole books of the Bible.

The Gospel of John (CLC 101) - Teaching team: Matt Claytor, Rob Davis, Charles Looney, Ryan Okubo, Jonathan Schwartz. John gives us seven signs, seven “I Am” sayings, and one plain reason for writing all of it down: that you may believe and have life. This fall we take the whole Gospel, chapter by chapter, looking closely at the text and pressing it into everyday life. Discussion is the point, not a bonus. Best for: Anyone

College: A Study of the Covenants (CLC 201) - Teacher: Camden Garrett  The Bible isn’t sixty-six disconnected books. It’s one story held together by a series of covenants, and once you see them, the whole thing reads differently. We’ll trace those covenants from Adam to Christ and ask what they mean for how we read Scripture, understand the church, and hope for what’s coming. Best For: College Students who want to know how the whole Bible fits together.

The Kingdom of God (CLC 203) - Teaching team: Ken Chivers, Jeff Lewis, Dathan Sorrow. “Kingdom of God” gets used two ways: God’s rule over the individual heart, or making the world a better place. Neither is wrong, and neither is enough. This study traces the kingdom through the whole story of Scripture — God reestablishing his reign on earth through Christ, among all nations, ending in a new heaven and new earth. Best for: Adults ready to think carefully about the gospel, the church, and mission. Weekly study is recommended to make the most of this class.

Young Adults and Young Families Class: Acts 242: Fear and Faith: Living at the Intersection of Life and the Gospel (Hardy Chapel) - Teaching Team: Brant Evans, John Goodrich, Greg Garrett, Tommy Manning, Bill Pardue, and Charlie Williams. Every day we stand at countless intersections where fear competes with faith — uncertainty about the future, decisions about relationships, the pressures of work, the challenges of marriage and family, the temptation to trust ourselves instead of Christ. Mark’s Gospel reminds us that these are not new struggles. Again and again, Jesus meets people at the crossroads of life and calls them to trust Him. In this sixteen-week journey through the Gospel of Mark, we will discover the beauty of God’s redemptive story, the supremacy of Christ, and the hope of the gospel for everyday life. Grounded in Reformed theology and shaped by biblical theology, this study will equip us not only to know Christ more deeply but to follow Him more faithfully. 

Nursery Ministry - First floor Education Building 

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

Children’s Ministry - 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

 Student Ministry 

• Jr. & Sr. High Students – Crossing

 

 

Fall Wednesday Nights - August 26-November 11

Adults Fellowship Hall Class: Theology, Imagination, and the Arts. Teacher: Cooper Pinson 

 Wednesday Community Groups 

• Couple Groups
  • David & Jessica Baker; Hardy Chapel Classroom
  • Jonathan & Bethany Johnson; Van Dyke Room
  • Jonathan & Larra Schwartz; CLC 204 
• Men’s Group 
  • Keith Thompson & Chris Congdon; CLC 209 
• Women’s Groups 
  • Erin Evans; CLC 203 
  • Emily Katherine Johnson; CLC 201 
  • Elaine Lewis and Kathy Dalton;  CLC 205

  Nursery Ministry – First floor education building 

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

 Children’s Ministry - Second Floor of the Education Building 

• 2s-3s year olds- 209 
• Bible Zone: 4 year olds-210 
• Bible Zone: 5 year olds-208 
• Summit: 1st-5th grade - God's Garden 
• Communicants (6th grade) - Upper Room 

Student Ministry – the Crossing 

• Middle School – Large Group/Small Groups 
• High School - PDD 

 

  

Wednesday Night Meal

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 .