May 2017 Volunteer of the Month : Ryan Bartlett
Congratulations to Ryan Bartlett, FCC's May 2017 Volunteer of the Month.  Ryan and his family started attending FCC in January 2015.  In April 2015, he was saved and they joined fellowship here at FCC.
 
Ryan volunteers in many areas at First Christian Church.  He is an Ambassador, helps in the Clubhouse, prepares communion trays, and volunteers during Vacation Bible School.  He is always willing to help in any other areas that need volunteers.
 
His main passion though is leading the Men's Ministry. He enjoys learning with the men during Bible studies, reaching out through fellowship of the Basketball Ministry, and using special events, such as Iron Sharpens Iron, to bring the men closer together. He sees volunteering as a great way to meet new people and
strengthen his walk with God. 
 
Ryan has been blessed with a wonderful family. He and his wife, Heather, have been married for four years. He has three children, Raven, Christian and Hayden. Ryan enjoys spending time with his family, reading, and relaxing with friends.  First Christian Church has become like a second family to them and they are thankful they have made many new friends. 
 
Thank You, Ryan, for all you do here at First Christian Church!  We appreciate you and your willingness to bless and serve others!
2017 Volunteer of the Year : Joe Martinez


Congratulations to Joe Martinez, First Christian Church's 2017 Volunteer of the Year!  Joe was recognized at the Volunteer Appreciation Celebration on April 7th. 
Thank you Joe for all you do here at FCC and for your willingness to serve others. We appreciate you!  

Vacation Bible School 2017 
June 19 - 23 at 6pm 
This year we are so excited to gather together for another great year of Vacation Bible School!

Kick off : Saturday, June 17

VBS: June 19 - 23 at 6pm
 for students entering
Kindergarten through 5th graders 

                                               Save
May 21 on your calendar for
                                                  the only volunteer meeting!

We are looking for great volunteers and we would love you to join us for VBS this year! Stop by the table in the Foyer on Sunday mornings to sign up or follow the link below to register
as a volunteer or for your student!

The Clubhouse Kids Need YOU
CLUBHOUSE / PRESCHOOL AREA:
-- Our church family is growing and we need YOUR help!!  Volunteers are needed for Sunday Mornings, during the  9:30 & 11:00 services.  Can you commit one Sunday a month to serve? Follow the link below to sign up or call the Church Office at 243-6445!



Starting Point - Sunday, May 21 after 11:00 a.m. Service
Starting Point is where we help you know more about what we believe, share next steps, help you grow in your faith, and help you connect into the FCC family. Those who want to learn more about following Christ, being baptized, or becoming a member will find this gathering valuable. A light lunch and childcare are provided. Please call the Office if or follow the link below to register!

Hands that Serve - Funeral Meals

If you are interested in helping provide a dish for funeral meals, please contact  Autumne  Willner at  autumne.willner@fccjacksonville.org  or by calling the church office at  243-6445

FCC Kitchen Needs

The Kitchen Ministry is in need of empty gallon ice cream containers with lids and a meat slicer. If you have any of these items, please drop them off in the kitchen or in the Church Office. Thank you!

Hands of Love Orphan Ministry
Hands of Love Orphan Ministry is helping DCFS plan a Family Movie Night for Foster families in our area this Summer. We will play a movie outside on the big screen & have popcorn. We would like to also present each set of Foster parents with an appreciation gift of dinner and a movie. We are asking for your help! If you would like to help us with a donation towards the gift, you can drop a check in the offering on Sunday morning with "Orphan Ministry" in the memo or stop by the Church Office during the week. This will be a fun night for the families and a great way for us to show these families we appreciate the love and care they show these children in need!
FREE Single Moms & Widows Oil Change - Saturday, May 13

Our Gear Heads Ministry is holding a free oil change for single moms and widows on Saturday, May 13 at 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. here at the Church! Only 30 spots are available for this day!

Call the Church office at 243-6445 to sign up! You will need to know the year, make & model of your vehicle. YOU can help with this outreach by sponsoring an oil change for $20.00. If you would like to participate, please mark your check for "Oil Change" in the memo line



Men's Weekly Bible Study




Have you ever wondered why life has unraveled in an unexpected direction? Have you struggled with disappointment or doubted your purpose in life? Join other men for "Shaken: Discovering Your True Identity in the Midst of Life's Storms". This study, led by Ryan Bartlett, will walk through Tim Tebow's four-session study about what it means to fix your hope and your identity in a God who does not change. The study will be Monday evenings at FCC in the Fireside room from 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
It began Monday, May 1.
You still have 3 more weeks to join in! 
 

First Christian Preschool Now Open for Enrollment
First Christian Preschool registration for 2017/18 School year is OPEN!! You can register online at  www.fccjacksonville.org/preschool  or stop by the office for a form. We have a 3 year old program and a 4/5 year old program. If you would like to set up a tour or have questions, please call 217-243-6445
to speak with Cassie Turner!

55+ Guys & Gals Event - Thursday, May 25
 We had a wonderful time of Fellowship when we met in April.  Big thank you to the Ferraro Family,  J. Cook, Brenda McEuen, Ben Smith plus all those that helped plan the event (Carolyn Black, Roberta Lindell, Linda Roehrs and Sandy Sanders). 
 
The next Fellowship will be Thursday, May 25.  Coffee at 9:30, we will have our program at 10:00, and Brenda will be making Chicken Fried Chicken with mashed potatoes and gravy!  We do need to plan for the meal, so please have your name into the
church office (243-6445) by May 19th.  And, bring a friend or 2! 
 
M&M Mission Offering for Vacation Bible School
The Clubhouse Children's Ministry is getting a jump start on our Vacation Bible School Mission Offering.  Children Preschool through 5th Grade will each receive a Mini M&M tube for this project. 
Here's what they need to do:
 
1- Eat the M&Ms!
2- Refill the tube with quarters!
3- Bring the tube to the Clubhouse and empty it into the offering box as many times as possible for the months of May and June!
4- Pray for our VBS Mission 
Free Volleyball Clinic at FCC this Summer!



 
Men's Basketball at FCC
All men in the community ages 16+ are invited to come
out to FCC on Monday nights! 



 
Women's Intercessory Prayer - May 4 & May 18 at 5:00 p.m.
For a long while now, FCC has been known within the community as a "praying" church. We are excited to be growing in this area of ministry. The Women's prayer ministry has recently come along side our Elders to pray with individuals after each Sunday morning service in the Fireside Room. We are expanding to offer one-on-one prayer with women at other times throughout the week and host a prayer time every other Thursday night, 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. at the church. All ladies are invited to join in the Sanctuary to pray and care for our community. 
Quilts for Charity - May 4 & May 18
Do you love to quilt? Like to sew? Or are you interested in
 learning? You are invited to join with other ladies to work on projects to donate to various charity organizations. This group will meet the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month (please note the change in weeks)  in the Fellowship Hall at 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Bring a sack lunch, a sewing machine, thread, quilting tools and any fabric you wish to donate. If you have none of these, come anyway to help and enjoy the fellowship. Text or call Ruth Ann Hull at 217-248-8751 for more information! 
April 2017 Statistics
8:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
Total
General Fund
The Next Step
YTD
Received 
YTD
Need 
Difference
Sunday,
April 2
145
487
336
968
$26,042.05


$2,167.00



$272,511.46

$285,600.00


-$13,088.54
Sunday, 
April 9
163 480 266 909
$23,962.47
$2,142.00
$296,473.93
$306,000.00
-$9,526.07
Sunday, 
April 16
 605
679
407
1,691 $24,251.93
$342.00
$320,725.86 $326,400.00 -$5,674.14
Sunday, 
April 23 
117
496 250 863 $15,594.51 $512.00
$336,320.37
$346,800.00 -$10,479.63
Sunday, 
April 30

121 402 279 802 $20,537.15 $1,617.00 $356,857.52 $367,200.00 -$10,342.48

First Christian Church | 2106 S. Main, PO Box 39 | Jacksonville, IL | 62651 | 217.243.6445