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We begin a brand new experience this week called, “Life is short. Be awake”. Over the next few weeks we’re going to investigate the life of Daniel & Esther. They both walked through some pretty amazing life circumstances that could have caused them to crumble. However, they were awake to the moments around them, and God used them. We’ll also look at a great story in Matthew 25:14-30. Check it out when you get the chance. The story talks about not playing it safe with what we have been given. We’ll wrap things up with a challenge to run hard for the finish line! Be an inviter. It’s going to be fun.

Our students will be returning from a week at camp on Friday! I had the chance to hang out with them on Wednesday. It was a blast! I’m so proud of our group, and how well they serve, worship, and respond to God. Several of them made some life-changing decisions. I’m energized just thinking about all of the God potential in that group! It’s huge.

Don’t forget to bring your “love deeply” cards with you this week. There will be a box in the lobby for these cards that will then be distributed to patients at Riddle Hospital. It might seem like a small thing, but these cards could help bring a lot of joy to someone’s life. Extra cards will be available if you didn’t get one last week. 

Go Fellowship Church! I can’t wait to worship with you again.

-- Eric

Church Life

I love the words of Psalm 126. They are so encouraging.

It seemed like a dream, too good to be true, when God returned Zion's exiles. We laughed, we sang, we couldn't believe our good fortune. We were the talk of the nations— "God was wonderful to them!" God was wonderful to us; we are one happy people. And now, God, do it again.

There is something unique about being happy. It puts a bounce in your step. It creates a genuine smile. It brings laughter. When God does something for us that cannot be explained, it’s like a good fortune. Are you ready for that?

Sometimes I allow life, schedules, and circumstances to steal my happiness. It can easily happen because life can be rough. In the middle of challenges, God wants us to choose Him. He wants us to choose joy. It may not feel right, but it’s what He wants. What will your choice be today? Go with the God who is “wonderful to us”. And then…smile!

To help with that, please join us on Sunday, July 25th. We wrap up the "Lists" series by talking about how a life touched by God always ends in touching others. We'll have the opportunity to be involved in a simple project that could put a smile on the face of someone!

You'll also get the chance to grab a snack after the experience, chat with friends, and catch up on summer events. This is just a fun and simple "summer time" way to say thanks for being at Fellowship. A full children's program will be offered this week during the worship time for kids ages birth through 5th grade. Bring your family, invite some friends, and we'll see you on Sunday!

- Eric

Church Life

Don't miss out on Sunday, July 25th at Fellowship! After our morning experience, you'll have the chance to grab a snack, chat with friends, and catch up on summer events. This is just a fun and simple "summer time" way to say thanks for being at Fellowship. We appreciate you! There will also be a full children's program offered during the worship time for kids ages birth through 5th grade on this day. Bring your family, invite some friends, and we'll see you on the 25th!

-- Eric

Church Life

Join us this Sunday, June 13th, for a dynamic worship experience and our baptism/tailgate party! The worship experience begins at 10:30am. The baptism event will begin at noon. Bring your lawn chairs, tailgate games, and a side dish to share! Dishes assigned by last name:

A-C Potato Salad

D-F Pasta Salad

G-J Cole Slaw/Baked Beans

K-N Chips

O-S Desserts

T-Z 2 Liter Sodas

Fried chicken, paper plates and utensils will be provided. Please contact John & Linda Roman if you have any food related questions.

This Sunday will also be the last day for our worship director, Jeff Ream. Come and be an encouragement to Jeff, Jenn, Mason, and Hudson as he pursues a new worship role at Sunnybrook Community Church in Sioux City, Iowa. Their friendship, talent, and dedication will be missed, but we are excited for them in this new adventure!

-- Eric