First Christian Church 3601 S Staley Rd Champaign, IL 61822217.356.1649 www.fcc-online.org

SUNDAY SERVICES8:00A (Worship Center) 9:15 & 10:45A (Worship Center & Oasis)

SERMON NOTES

Tree of Remembrance Remember your loved ones who are gone with an ornament on the Tree of Remembrance located in the hallway by the main entrance. Feel free to take an ornament from the basket and write on it the name of a loved one who has died and hang the ornament on the tree. The tree will remain on display throughout the winter season. In January, please return to the tree to take your ornament home.

FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCHDECEMBER 8, 2013

PRAY WITH USAnyone needing prayer this morning is invited to the CROSS to the right of the stage (Worship Center) or the front of the stage (Oasis) at the conclusion of the service.

Prayer Requests: You are invited to share prayer requests to be prayed for this week by the FCC Elders, Sta�, and Prayer Team. Submit requests on the CONNECTION CARD.

CHILDREN’S/YOUTH JUST FOR THEMJunior High (6th – 8th)9:15A Worship/Small Groups 10:45A Bible ClassLocated in the Fieldhouse o� of the Playground.

High School (9th – 12th)6:00P Worship; 7-8:30P Hangout (Oasis)

AROUND FCC

Please note the upcoming schedule changes for the Playground/Track and FCC O�ces:

December 24 – January 3 CLOSEDCLOSED on Fridays beginning Friday, December 13th

As is currently the case, when the FCC O�ces are closed, there is a minister on call to handle crisis situations.

KNOW WHAT’S HAPPENINGFCC Weekly Email - This Week at FirstStay in the loop about what’s happening at FCC. This Week at First highlights the main activities and events happening in each ministry area for the upcoming week. You can also �nd links to upcoming events and an easy way to sign-up for volunteering. Fill out the CONNECTION CARD to make sure you don’t miss out on This Week at First. There are a limited number of paper copies available at the Connection Point.

IMPACT OUR COMMUNITY & WORLD

ENGAGE IN FCC’S MISSION & VISIONChristmas Eve VolunteersWith three services on Christmas Eve this year, we are seeking extra volunteers to help with Communion, the Welcome Team, and in the Nursery. If you are available to help, please let us know on the CONNECTION CARD.

Christmas O�ering & End-of-Year GivingThe Christmas O�ering is a sacri�cial gift above and beyond our normal giving to FCC. Our Christmas O�ering this year is intended to address the resources needed to expand our investment in the future of Christ’s kingdom. Further explanation is provided in a letter from Senior Pastor Danny Scha�ner mailed this past week (extra copies are available at the Connection Point.)

The Christmas O�ering and all 2013 giving must be given by the Sun. Dec. 29th services or postmarked and/or given online by Dec. 31. Please write “Christmas O�ering” in the memo. If you would like to give online, click on the Giving tab at fcc-online.org.

Get to Know UsWe would love to meet you! After the service, please stop by the Guest Connect to the left of the stage to introduce yourself and learn more about FCC. (In the Oasis, to the right as you exit the room.)

What to Expect• We encourage you to �ll out the CONNECTION CARD in your program and

turn it in as the o�ering plates/bags are passed. • We invite you to participate in Communion during the service.

Worship Center: return the cup to the tray and pass it on.Oasis: approach any of the Communion tables; return the cup to the tray.

• The opportunity to give is made available for those who came prepared to do so. Please place your gifts and o�erings in the plates/bags as they are passed.

Where to BeginIntro to FCCJanuary 5, 10:45A, Room 109

New to FCC? Join us for an overview of what FCC has to o�er along with an opportunity for a tour of the FCC Campus. Sign up on the CONNECTION CARD to attend.

WELCOME TO FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Early Childhood (Birth - K)9:15A & 10:45A Bible ClassesCheck in by the Curtis Road entrance.

Elementary (1st - 5th)9:15A & 10:45A Worship & ClassesCheck in o� of the Playground.

CONNECT TO GOD & OTHERS

Christmas Eve Services: Tuesday, December 24, 3:30P, 4:45P, and 6:00P, Worship CenterInvite your neighbors and friends to join you at one of three, identical services to hear about the hope of Christmas. All services will meet in the Worship Center and will be family-friendly.Nursery only will be provided for babies under 2 years old.

FCC Community Christmas Dinner: Wednesday, December 25, 12:30PFCC is hosting a traditional Christmas dinner for people in our congregation and the community who would otherwise be alone on Christmas Day. A traditional sit-down dinner will be served. The dinner is free, however reservations are required at christmasdinner@f-cc-online.org or 217.722.6317. RSVP deadline: Dec. 22nd.

Seniors’ Luncheon: Wednesday, December 11, 11:30AOur Senior Saints’ Luncheon is for those 55 and over. If you plan on attending, please contact Shirley Jackson (356.5063, jacks_1507@yahoo.com) by Monday at 10:00A. Donation: $5 per person.

FCC Community Christmas Dinner: Wednesday, December 25, 12:30PIf you can help, please click the Christmas Dinner link at fcc-online.org to sign up. If you would like to speci�cally volunteer as a table host, sign up at the Connection Point.