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ShareFest
March 8th (Saturday) we will open up our doors (from 8 am – noon) and empty our closets (garages, storage units, etc.) to share what God has given us in abundance with our neighbors. It’s like a giant garage sale where everything’s FREE! Household items, furniture, small appliances, clothes–you name it, we’ll collect and give it away!
Guidelines for “Sharing”
Begin Now. Take a look around and consider how some of your possessions could be used to bless and bring joy to others. Whether it is furniture, household items, toys, or clothes, pack it up and donate it for ShareFest!
Gently Used. Your items should be clean (without stains or tears) or in good working order. Nobody needs more junk.
Hang it Up. For any “waist up” clothing items (shirts, jackets, sweaters, etc.), it would be helpful if you are able to hang up these items prior to dropping off. If you need hangers, we’ve got you covered, pick some up in the fellowship hall.
Drop it Off. Donations will be accepted starting Sunday February 16th, and continue Monday, February 17-Wednesday, March 4. Weekday drop off from 1:00pm-4:00pm (or others by appointment) at Fort Walton Beach Church of Christ.
Sign Up. ShareFest will only happen because of you. Consider volunteering to help with setup, picking up items, or during the event. Sign-up sheets will be in the Mallway soon, please pray about how you can participate. There will be opportunities before and during ShareFest. Roles are folding and hanging clothes, organizing items, transporting items, loading and unloading items, translation on day of event, bagging items, are just a few easy roles.
Need Some Help? If you have larger items to donate but are unable to drop them off, fill out a pickup request form (Found in the Mallway). Please submit all requests by Wednesday, March 4th.
Members: Members in need get early access, Friday evening, March 6th, from 5-7 pm to ‘shop’ for any needs they have. If there are specific needs of any members, please let an elder, deacon, preacher or Morales’ know and they will work to find those items.
NOTE: We are unable to accept mattresses, car seats or books other than children’s books.
Questions? Please see Ricardo or DeAnna Morales
Get Connected!
One theme that came from our recent membership survey was concern for our small group ministry. The Elders heard your feedback indicating that this area of ministry needs attention and revitalization, and we agree. We believe small groups are a vital part of building authentic community and deepening our faith together. These gatherings provide a welcoming opportunity to connect you with your church family. These connections help us grow spiritually and support one another in this life as we seek the next with our Lord. Whether you are new to this congregation or have been with us for years, small groups offer a meaningful way to form lasting relationships, engage in prayer together and live out our faith in everyday life.
There are currently about ten groups that meet regularly. While each group serves to build relationships, they do not all approach this goal the same way. Groups like the Tuesday Ladies Bible Study and the Wednesday Afternoon Bible study focus specifically on Bible study and prayer. Other groups may use various combinations of singing, devotionals, Bible studies and fellowship meals. Gatherings happen at the building, in private homes, and sometimes at the beach or a park. Separate groups serve specific age groups (Young Adults, Seniors, Teens), or demographics (Men’s and Women’s groups), while others aim to support our broad geographic reach (Navarre, Niceville, San Destin).
While there is variety within the current small group ministries, we believe there may be areas and groups that are underserved. The underlying goal of each group is to serve the Lord’s Church and individual needs within the congregation. Our goal is to have each member connected to at least one of our groups. To that end, we are changing the name of this ministry to “Connection Groups.”
At this time, we are conducting a Connection Group focused survey to gauge current levels of participation; determine what needs are not met by our current groups; understand changes needed in support, locations, times or purposes; or what new groups we might need to form.
Reminder from the Elders
As we approach the summer months, the elders would like to remind the congregation as Paul encouraged Timothy in 1 Timothy chapter 2, that our worship is to be conducted in reverence and modesty.
This Sunday’s bulletin will include the article below about modesty, please take time to review this article and discuss this within your family.
https://apologeticspress.org/christians-and-modesty-4501/
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The apostle Paul wrote to a young preacher-friend named Timothy to remind him that his example was very important. Here is some of the good advice that Paul gave Timothy: “Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity” (1 Timothy 4:12).
apologeticspress.org
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In Him,
The Elders
Congregational Survey Results
Congregational Survey
The Elders
