E-NEWS
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ADULT
Our Sunday morning service is at 10:30am. We also offer an online service on a live feed that will be available here at 10:30am or later. We encourage you to join a Sunday school class at 9:15am.
This Sunday Jason will be speaking on Responding To The Birth Of Jesus ~ The Unfolding Story from Luke 2:8-20.
Sunday School Classes:
~Dr Mattingly's class meets in the Sanctuary. He is teaching on Philippians.
~Mike Morrison's class meets in Room A2. They are studying Esther.
Advent means arrival. The Advent season has been a way for the church to both celebrate the arrival of Jesus as a baby in Bethlehem but also anticipate his coming back again. We want to challenge you over the next several Sundays to set aside some time either individually or as a family to focus your heart anticipating His arrival. If you have an Advent Wreath, each Sunday you will gather around the wreath and light one of the candles. If you don't have a wreath, just light a candle each week, read the devotion, watch the video, and finally spend some time in prayer. An email will be sent each Sunday morning with that week's meditation. We hope these short Advent meditations will help you prepare your heart for Christmas. If you did not receive an email last Sunday, check with Dena to see if we have your most current information.
Brad Roberts was affirmed to serve as an Elder for 2025.
We invite you to join us for our annual Candlelight Christmas Eve service on Tuesday, December 24 at 5:00pm. We will discuss the peace Jesus brings into the world, have the kids act out the nativity story, and end the night by lighting our candles and singing Silent Night.
If you are interested in helping with The Hurricane Helene Flood Relief you can donate through the church here or in the offering boxes located in the foyer.
Copies of our 2025 Bible Reading Plans are available at the Sign Up Center and below. We hope that you will choose the one that suits you best and encourage you to use it throughout the year.
2025 Printed Bible Reading Plan
2025 Family Bible Reading Plan
We invite you to download our app and directory. Here is a short video to help you download it. You can also use the QR code located throughout the foyer. If you are still having trouble, just give us a call or an email and we can help. There will also be people available in the foyer to help if needed. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=20Q-9HFCdTo. On this app you can view upcoming events, link to our online service, view the weekly bulletin, access our online giving and our church directory. Use your phone number to access your profile. There you can update your information and approve what information you want for yourself and your family displayed in the directory. You can add a picture for each member of your family to your account. You can also send a picture to Dena and she can add it it to your account.
A list of small groups and the day and time they meet is available here and in the Welcome Center kiosk. If you would like to connect with a group, please contact the office and we will help connect you to a group.
The December 2024 newsletter has been mailed. You can also get a copy here.
Attendance for last Sunday:
Adult SS ~ 58
Youth SS ~ 23
Kids SS ~ 23
Worship ~ 252
Kids Worship ~ 52
2023 Monthly Budget..........$48,200
Month to Date Giving...........$44,156
Building Fund Balance.......$203,136*
*This number is total giving (with interest) less expenses paid out and will be updated as available.
We have received several questions about the easiest way to set up online giving. Of course you can go to https://farragutcc.com/giving to give. We also want you to know that you can Text To Give. Text to 1-844-407-6015 the amount you want to give and send. You will then receive instructions on how to set up Text To Give.
FCC travel mugs are available for purchase in the foyer. We are asking for a $10 donation for each cup. We will be giving these mugs to visitors and wanted to make them available to the congregation as well.
Follow along with the sermon on your smartphone or tablet. Each Sunday Jason will post a live event on the YouVersion Bible app. The live event will include places to take notes and scripture used during the sermon. It may also include quotes mentioned, links to websites for more information, and surveys. Here are the steps to get to the event:
Download the YouVersion Bible app:
Go to "Menu"
Go to "More" at the bottom of the menu
Go to "Events"
Enter in the Search bar "Farragut"
You can also access the live event from our Church app under through the Bulletin.
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2025 Activity calendars are available in the foyer! You can also get a copy here.
Plan now to join us at FCC on Tuesday, December 31 from 6:00-8:00pm for a New Year's Eve party! Bring your favorite sweet or savory hors d'oeuvre to share. We will devour tasty treats, laugh out loud playing games, and ring in an early New Year. Sign up in the foyer.
Mark your calendars for our first event of 2025... a potluck lunch benefitting Iva's Place on January 12 after worship service. Watch for more information and sign up sheet.
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MEN
A Men's Small Group meets every Thursday at 7am at Einstein Bagels on Campbell Station Road.
Men's Hockey Game night ~ Come and join the men of FCC as we go cheer on the Knoxville Ice Bears on Friday, January 24th. Cost for the game is $22. Sign up in the foyer.
A Men's ministry page is now available on our website. Go here to check it out.
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WOMEN
Tuesday Night Women's Bible Study group is studying a video series titled "From Beginning to Forever" by Elizabeth Woodson. They meet in the first classroom (A1) every other Tuesday at 6pm. This group meets every other week and will next meet on January 14 .
Come and join other ladies from the church for our Craft Days on Friday & Saturday, January 10 & 11 as we fellowship, work on our craft projects, and maybe even learn something new! We meet in the KidMin Worship Room from 10:00am - 5:00pm. We would love for you to join us one or both days or even just a few hours! Bring your own lunch, snacks, and craft project. Contact Dena Cunningham or Peg Kennedy if you have any questions.
Please join us for a Baby Shower honoring Alex Bruse. We are excited that Elsie will be joining us soon! The shower will be in the foyer at FCC at 3:00pm on Sunday, January 19. Alex is registered at Amazon.
A Women's Ministry page is available on our website. Go here to check it out.
A Facebook page has also been established. You can access it here.
You can go to either of these resources to get the latest events planned for our women.
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SERVE
"He makes the whole body fit together perfectly. As each part does its own special work, it helps the other parts grow, so that the whole body is healthy and growing and full of love." ~ Ephesians 4:16
Volunteers to prepare communion in 2025 are needed. Volunteers serve for one month. This is a great service to do with your kids; in fact read what our ministry leader says about his memories of preparing communion: "My name is Scott Warden. My wife, Missy, and I lead the Communion Preparation Ministry. One of many of our fond memories growing up in the Christian Church faith is preparing communion with our family. Though the way we deliver communion has changed, the work of picking up empty cups row by row and preparing the communion for the next week are tasks with which even young members of the family can assist." Please sign up to serve at the Sign Up Center.
"Thank you all for your prayers as I was recently admitted to the hospital. God heard them and healed me. Many blessings," Peg Kennedy
Prom of the Stars is fast approaching! You can help now by sponsoring a table for 10 guests for $350. You can sponsor a table in honor/remembrance of someone if you wish. Forms for this are available at the Sign Up Center. Watch for information in 2025 about our Prom Fundraiser, Dress Fitting Day, and volunteer opportunities. The Prom is scheduled for Saturday, March 1.
The next Newborns In Need meeting will be Thursday, January 2 at 5:00pm. Come help as they sort and prepare the items given to local hospitals.
The Senior Meals ministry is looking for new clients to bless with Saturday meals. The only requirement is that they live locally. See Doris Cole or Dena Cunningham if you know of someone or have any questions. These meals make a difference!
We have two volunteer opportunities that are a great way to meet others that attend FCC:
~Greeters
~Coffee Station volunteers
Contact Dena Cunningham for information.
Be part of a prayer team that meets on Sunday mornings and the first Wednesday evening of the month to pray for our church and staff. You can pray for one Sunday a month from 9:15-10:15am OR the first Wednesday of the month from 6-7pm. Contact Angie Davidson or Dena Cunningham if you are interested.
We also have a group of ladies (Lydia Prayer Group) that meets on Tuesday mornings at 10:00am. If you are interested in this group, please contact Judy Jones.
The December Card Care List is available. You can pick up a copy in the Welcome Center kiosk or here.
The Christmas Card Care List is available now. You can pick up a copy in the Welcome Center kiosk or here.
If you would like the Prayer Card for this week you can get it here.
Our CARE Food Pantry has the opportunity to provide food for the UT Student Food Pantry! We need the following items to help fulfill their needs: Nature Valley bars, tuna packages (not cans), Easy Mac microwavable cups, and canned fruit.
Our CARE Food Pantry is open the 2nd and 3rd Thursday of the month.
Food Pantry items of the week:
Canned peas and green beans, Hamburger Helper, canned chicken, Vienna sausages, cereal
Did you know that when you take your donations to KARM and mention Farragut Christian Church we get KARM gift cards that we can pass along to those in need. We had 57 donations credited to us for July-September 2024. Because of those donations we received $210 in KARM gift cards to hand out to those in need.
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Young Adults
This group is designed for young adults age 18-26 years in or out of college.
The Young Adult Ministry has a small group that meets on Sunday evenings from 6:45-7:30pm.
~New Young Adult Instagram: farragutcc_ya
~New Young Adult Facebook page: Farragut Christian Church Young Adults
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STUDENTS
Youth Sunday School ~ 9:15am meet for a time of fellowship and study. Bring your Bible and your own coffee!
Wednesday night Youth Group (6th-12th grade) meets from 5:45-7:15 for evenings filled with food, fun, worship and Biblical youth applicable lessons. Youth group will resume in January.
Sunday Night Small Groups meet from 5:00-6:15 at the church. These groups will resume in February.
TCTC Registration is open! The Tennessee Christian Teen Convention (TCTC) is an annual weekend (January 10-12) event in Gatlinburg, TN. TCTC brings in dynamic speakers, spirit-filled worship leaders, up-and-coming artists, and more to help facilitate space for students to grow in their faith. This is a can't miss event! Cost is $185 for the first 30 students, $200 for students after the first 30. Scholarships and work opportunities are available for any student in need. Sign up and get information here.
This year's Christmas party theme is "Potluck Christmas Jammies White Elephant Canes of Dunshire... it's all about the canes Christmas Extravaganza!" or "PCJWECDIAATCCE" for short... On December 22 drop your student off with a potluck food item and a white elephant gift. They are also encouraged to wear their Christmas jammies. We'll play "Canes of Dunshire," have a potluck feast, and have our annual white elephant gift exchange. Mark your calendars and stay tuned for exact times.
Dates to Remember:
~12/22 Youth Christmas Party
~1/8 Wednesday Night Youth begins
~1/10-1/12 TCTC
Ways to stay in the Loop:
Remind-Text Message Information
Parent Information-
Text: 81010
Text this message: @parentfcc
Student Information-
Text: 81010
Text this message: @fccyouthtn
Social Media
Instagram: _fccstudentmin_
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KIDS
Volunteers of the Month!
Nursery ~ Chase & Kerry Guedry
Preschool ~ Laura Noles
Elementary ~ Bob & Jackie Ballard
Farragut Kids Sunday Night Bible Study meets 5:00-6:30pm. Sunday night program will resume in February.
Farragut Kids Sunday school meets Sunday mornings from 9:15 - 10:15am.
Beatitudes will continue on Wednesday, January 8. Where kids learn first hand all about the wonderful ways that God shows His love in our lives, no matter the circumstances. Elementary kids will join us in the KidMin Worship Room from 6:00-7:15pm.
On Sunday, December 22 at 10:30am join us for Breakfast In Bethlehem. Come in your pajamas, enjoy a fun breakfast, and remember the reason we celebrate Christmas!
In January, Farragut Kids will launch win a month-long Scripture... PIZZA! YUM!! December 29th, pick up your Scripture Pizza Packet in the Kids and Youth Hallway and spend the month of January putting your pizza together. To celebrate all of our beautiful Scripture Pizzas, families will fellowship together on Friday, January 31st with a pizza party!
Parents of 4th & 5th graders join us Sunday, January 12 in the KidMin Worship Room at 9:15am (Sunday school hour) for a SuperStart Informational Meeting. SuperStart is a much anticipated CIY conference designed specifically for your kids.
Pick up a calendar at the KidMin Resource Table located in the KidMin/Youth Hallway to stay up to date with all that is happening in KidMin through the holidays! You can also get a copy here!
Mark Your Calendars:
12/22 Breakfast In Bethlehem @ 10:30am
12/24 Christmas Eve Live Nativity @ 5:00-6:00pm
1/12 SuperStart Informational Parent Meeting @ 9:15am
We need volunteers to help out on Sunday nights! See Randi if you would be willing to help.
Preschool Worship and Nursery is available during the 9:15 and 10:30am service.
~On Sunday, Check your preschooler/infant/toddler in at the KidMin Check-In Station located in the office foyer. There, your child will receive their name tag/check out tag, and can proceed to their classroom.
~PLEASE adhere to our sick policy. If your child is experiencing ANY symptoms of COViD-19 or any other illness, please stay home and enjoy the online option.
~DO NOT leave campus.
~Please be very prompt in checking out your child. Check out will be at the Preschool/Nursery counter in the foyer.
~Be prepared for some separation anxiety with your preschooler. Please keep your phone with you, on silent. If your child struggles getting adjusted in the classroom, we will text you.
We offer our KidMin Worship at the church at 10:30am. All policies for Preschool Worship will also be in effect for our big kids.
