Winter
C O N N E C T I N G P O I N T S
2009
A Personal Message from Pastor Steve Lambert Welcome to another great semester of Connecting Points at First Assembly Clearwater! As we continue our journey through what it means to truly live “the blessed life,” our hope is that you'll find several places to get plugged in during the upcoming months. In addition to all of the informative and interactive tools we have located on our website, there are several different avenues by which you can become involved. In A Groups (All About the Bible) you will find First Hour classes for adults, youth, children and everywhere in between. Including, but not limited to, Blueprints. The Blueprints courses (Foundations, Living) run on a 9 week cycles that can be joined at anytime and are designed to help you grow and develop in your relationship with God. In B Groups (Becoming a Practical Believer) you will find classes and events especially for children, youth, young adults, men and women. These classes and events are there to help develop your relationships with God and each other. In C Groups (Caring for the Community) everything from “Bike Rides” to “Post Season Football Games” are being offered to encourage you to bring your family and friends and introduce them to new people. There are so many opportunities for you and your family to become involved and a close-knit part of this body of believers. Whatever your interests are, we invite you to find a place to meet some new people, and get closer to God this Spring 2009 semester. Be sure to register today for the events and classes that you're interested in attending. Let's enjoy connecting to each other, to the community, and to God in this year to come! May God Bless each of you!
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9 Aflame Senior Adult Ministry 9 Children’s First Hour 9 Infants 9 4-5 Year Olds 9 Grades 1-5 9 Children’s Second Hour 9 Infants 9 Toddlers 9 2-3 Year Olds 9 4-5 Year Olds 10 First Hour Adults 10 All About the Bible 10 Blueprints I Foundations 10 Blueprints III Living 10 Stages 10 3C Young Adults 10 First Hour Youth 10 Home Bible Study 10 No Boys Allowed 11 Connecting Point Prayer 11 Deeper 11 Friday Night Prayer 11 Women’s Prayer Meeting 11 Surge Kidz Ministries
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Altar Workers Training Blessed Life Video Series Crocodile Dock Volunteer Training Crocodile Dock Work Nights Crocodile Dock VBS Encounter Book Discussion Encounter On-Line Book Discussion Fine Arts Festival Living Water Beach Bible Study Membership Class Men’s Ministry Clay 15 Brunch 15 Prayer and Devotion 15 Spring Training Game 15 Steak Cookout 15 Workdays 16 Sports Spectrum with Youth 16 National Girls Ministries 16 Daises and Prims 16 Rainbows Club 16 Stars Club 16 //Oneighty 16 Royal Rangers 16 Ranger Kids 17 Discovery Rangers 17 Adventure Rangers 17 Explorers 17 Family Pow Wow
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17 Father/Son/Big Brother Campout Usher Training Women’s United Generation 18 A Celebration of Women 18 Bowling for Fun 18 Conference Opportunity: Inspire 09 18 Conference Opportunity: Joyce Meyer Tour 2009 18 Esther 19 Meals that Heal 19 Saturday Morning Stretch 19 Travel Club/Missions Trips 19 Women in Missions 19 Women of Worship 20 WUG Cookbook You Are Loved You Are Loved II
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The Bridge Coed Softball Team Fan Club Come and Dine...Once Again Couples Game Night Everyone’s An Artist Family Nights w/ Pastor David and Liz Halo Nights Junior Senior Retreat Kids First Christian Preschool 24 Stay and Play 24 Preschool Chapel 24 Preschool Story Time Ladies Day Out Ninja Team Post-Season Football Party Skate ‘n’ Pray Stages Fellowship Tax Talks Two Bike Rides Young Adults Game/Movie Night 678 Conference
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“A” groups deal primarily with the study of God's Word. Connecting Points in this category will give spiritual instruction to every level of Christianity. This will include everything from new convert and seeker classes to leadership training for mature believers. “A” groups are spiritual life groups and are All About the Bible.
Aflame Senior Adult Ministry
Children's Second Hour Classes
Ages: 60+ Leader: Pastor Eddie and Shirley Lamb Location: Small Chapel | First AG Campus Time: 5:00pm Dates: Sundays | Feb - May Synopsis: Seniors Ministry Services, activities, ministry, and prayer support as well as visitation.
Time: 10:15 am Dates: Sundays | Feb - May
Children's First Hour Classes Time: 9:15 - 10:15 am Dates: Sundays | Feb - May Ages: Infants 3 years old Leader: Loving and caring volunteers Location: Nursery | First AG Campus Synopsis: To provide a nurturing environment so that parents can enjoy the service. Ages: 4 - 5 years old Leader: Location: Discovery Room|First AG Campus Synopsis: Hands-on learning activities about people that loved God. People like Joseph and Joshua along with New Testament people who came to love Jesus like Peter, Matthew, and others. Ages: Grades 1 - 5 Leader: Rachel Croasmun Location: Room D26 | First AG Campus Synopsis: Jesus' wonderful works: Jesus has Power to Heal, Jesus has ALL Power, and Jesus' Power shows His Love
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Ages: Infants: Birth - walking Leader: Loving and caring volunteers Location: Nursery | First AG Campus Synopsis: To provide a nurturing environment so that parents can enjoy the service. Ages: Toddlers -1 years old Leader: Loving and caring volunteers Location: Farm Room | First AG Campus Synopsis: To provide a caring environment that will allow parents to enjoy the main service. Assist the teaching of the child to get along with others of the same age. Ages: 2 - 3 years old Leader: Loving and caring volunteers Location: Train Room | First AG Campus Synopsis: Children begin to understand how church is a special place of worship and to listen to God. Theme: Bible People. Children participate in hands-on learning activities, fun songs, games, and Bible stories. Ages: 4 - 5 years old Discovery Kids Leader: Mark and Patty Pereira Location: Discovery Room|First AG Campus Synopsis: A fun-filled environment where the Bible stories come alive through fun songs, games, activities, and hands-on lessons. Using the teaching of the Bible to let children know that Jesus loves them and that they can depend on Him.
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First Hour for Adults Time: 9:30 - 10:15 am Dates: Sundays | Feb - May All About the Bible Ages: Adults Leader: Bill Baker Location: Sanctuary|First AG Campus Synopsis: Where did the Bible come from; How do you study the Bible; What about the so-called discrepancies in the Bible; Does the Bible and science really conflict? Blueprints I: Foundations Ages: Adults Leader: Cary and Dell Anderson Location: Conference Room|First AG Blueprints III: Living Ages: Adults Leader: Bill Bascom Location:
Stages Ages: 40’s and 50’s (married and single) Leader: Chuck Croasmun, Jim Rudolph, Terry Steen Location: Hospitality Room|First AG Campus Synopsis: Join the conversation as the class discusses relevant current events and issues as they relate to Biblical teachings.
3C Young Adults Ages: 18-30 Leader: Pastor Wayne and Denise Dery Location: Small Chapel Time: 9:30am-10:15am Date: Sundays | Feb - May Synopsis: Relevant teaching for Young Adults.
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First Hour Youth Ages: 12-18 or Grades 6-12 Leader: Pastor Nick Martinez Location: First AG Campus Time: 9:30 - 10:15 am Dates: Sundays | Feb- May Cost: Offering Synopsis: Life issues are explored through questions and answers along with accompanying videos and curriculum. We will be discussing topics that teens are facing today.
Home Bible Study Ages: Adults Leader: Oscar and Debbie Robinson Location: Robinson's Home in St. Pete Time: 7:00pm Dates: Wednesdays | Feb - May Synopsis: A weekly Bible study and fellowship. Reserve your chair today. Call Debbie at 439.4369.
No Boys Allowed Ages: Youth Girls Leader: Kathy Wolfe Location: Coffee House | First AG Campus Time: 7:00pm Dates: Mondays | Feb- May Synopsis: A weekly Bible study for young ladies to help teach them how to grow their relationship with God and with each other in their everyday life.
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Prayer Groups Connecting Point Prayer Ages: 55+ Leader: Iris Garcia, Marilyn Sealey, Nettie McKee Location: Various locations Time: 7:00 pm Dates: Fridays | Feb - May Synopsis: Open in prayer followed by praise and worship, testimonies, bible study and prayer. Ending in fellowship with volunteers bringing food; refreshments are provided by the hostess. The Spirit if the Lord is here we feel it in the atmosphere.
Deeper Ages: 12-18 or Grades 6-12 Leader: Oneighty Youth Ministries Location: Oneighty | First AG Campus Time: 5:30pm Dates: Wednesdays | Feb- May Synopsis: A weekly meeting where youth gather and for an hour of prayer to grow in spiritual discipline and pray for the needs in their lives, their schools, and their community.
Women's Prayer Meeting Ages: Women 18+ Leader: Iris Garcia Location: Small Chapel | First AG Campus Time: 10:00am Dates: Thursdays | Feb - May Synopsis: Ephesians 6:18 “Praying with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, and watching there unto with all perseverance and supplication for all saints.� Come join a faithfilled group of women and pray for the people of God to receive from the Lord.
Surge Kidz Ministries Ages: Grades 1 - 6 Leader: Pastor David Reneau Location: Wave Room| First AG Campus Synopsis: Surge Kidz Ministries is not your parent's Sunday morning kid's service. Come join us for fun innovative kid's ministry that is Biblically based and Spirit driven. We focus on teaching our kids the important concepts children need to live a Christian life and lead the next generation of believers.
Friday Night Prayer Ages: Seniors Leader: Various Location: Private Home Rotation Time: 7:00pm Dates: Every other Friday|Feb - May Synopsis: This is a time of worship and prayer for the seniors of the church.
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Events for Men Brunch Prayer and Devotion Spring Training Game Steak Cookout Workdays Sports Spectrum w/Youth
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Groups in this category are designed to address the practical side of the Christian life. Any class or group that deals with practical Christianity will fit into the “B” compartment. These are the “How To” classes related to church. They can be as far reaching as finance and parenting classes to how to be an effective usher or greeter. If it is instructional, related to ministries in the church, and is not a Bible study, it is in the “B” group.
Altar Workers Training Ages: 18+ Leader: Bill and Wanda Bascom Location: Conference Room | First AG Campus Time: 7:00 - 8:00pm Dates: Wednesday | Appointments Includes: Handbook Synopsis: Learning the description and method of Altar Workers. For those interested in becoming altar workers. A brief class is offered followed by on-the-job training. Please call the church (585-5468) for an appointment.
Blessed Life Video Series by Robert Morris Ages: Adult Leader: Pastor Bruce Van Location: Hospitality Room | First AG Campus Time: 7:00-8:00pm | Wednesday Synopsis: Too often, greed and materialism can choke out the true spirit of generosity found only in Christ. The enemy of your soul would do anything to keep you from discovering God's principles governing financial stewardship, giving and blessing.
Crocodile Dock Volunteer Training Ages: 14+ Leader: Pastor David Reneau Location: The Wave House Date: May 3 9:30am, May 13 6pm, May 24 5pm Cost: Free Synopsis: It's time for Vacation Bible School again! Surge Kidz Ministries is having another great VBS called “Crocodile Dock: and we want YOU to be a part. Whether you love kids or not we can find a place for you. So come join us as we “Take a romp through the swamp!!”
Crocodile Dock Work Nights Ages: All ages Location: TBA
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Dates: May 4-8 6:00-9:00pm June 1-5 6:00-9:00pm June 6 9am-3pm Cost: Free Synopsis: It's time for Vacation Bible School again! Surge Kidz Ministries is having another great VBS call Crocodile Dock and we want YOU to be a part. You may not know, but VBS is a big undertaking and we can only make it happen with your help. Come join us as we decorate First Assembly of God for Crocodile Dock where kids “Take a romp through the swamp!!”
Crocodile Dock Vacation Bible School Ages: 3-11 Leader: Pastor David Location: First Assembly of God Dates: June 8-12 6:00-9:00pm Cost: Free Synopsis: “TAKE A ROMP THROUGH THE SWAMP!!” Join us this summer where we learn that fearless Kids can shine God's light! At Crocodile Dock we will learn bible points using all 5 senses, have another visit with our friend Chadder, and learn to recognize “GodSightings”. So hop on a flat bottom boat and drift on hazy, lazy waters under the tall cypress trees until the big adventure begins!
Encounter Book Discussion Ages: Any Leader: Lenny Alberts Location: Small Chapel | First AG Campus Offsite locations, i.e., Starbucks Time: 6:00pm Date: Mondays | Feb - May Synopsis: An encounter with God through books and literature, giving participants a deeper and more intimate relationship with Christ. Discussions of fiction, nonfiction, self-help, art, and literature.
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Encounter On-line Book Discussion Ages: Any Leader: Lenny Alberts Location: On-line location Facebook Date: Mondays | Feb - May Synopsis: On-line version of Encounter using an on-ine website, Facebook, to create groups Christian-based books. Creates easier access to participants because the website is accessible anywhere and anytime.
Fine Arts Festival Age: 12 -18 or Grades 6-12 Leader: Pastor Nick Location: Orlando Time: Thur Apr 23 4pm - Sat Apr 25 3:30pm Costs: 1 category, total FAF cost is = $95 2 category, total FAF cost is = $110 3 category, total FAF cost is = $125 4 category, total FAF cost is = $140 5 category, total FAF cost is = $155 Synopsis: The Fine Arts Festival is a valuable opportunity for students to discover and develop their ministry gifts. It is becoming one of the fastest growing ministry areas in our Fellowship. Students are discovering God has given each and every one of them a gift that needs to be developed and shared with others.
Living Water Beach Bible Study Ages: All Ages Leader: Chris & Tyler Maraia Location: Sand Key Beach, by the rocks Time: 8:00am Date: 3rd Saturday month| Feb - May Synopsis: A time of worship, prayer, and scripture study all for His glory.
Membership Class Ages: 18+ Leader: Pastor Bruce and LaDon Van Location: Conference Room | First AG Campus
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Time: 6:30 - 8:00pm Date: Wednesday | Feb 15, April 15 Synopsis: A hands on, interactive class with Pastors and Ministry Leaders. Dinner will be served. Childcare available upon request.
Men's Ministry: CLAY Brunch Ages: 18+ Leader: Chuck Croasmun Location: Carlouel Yacht Club Time: 8:00am Date: Saturday | February 21
Prayer and Devotion Ages: 18+ Leader: Terry Steen Location: Shell Hall Time: 6:00pm Date: Sunday|Feb 22, Mar 29, Apr 26, May 31
Spring Training Game Ages: All Leader: Jimmy Rudolph | Frank Beardsley Location: TBA
Steak Cookout Ages: 18+ Leader: Chuck Croasmun Location: Shell Hall Time: 7:00pm Date: Friday | April 24
Workdays Ages: All ages Leader: Oscar Robinson | Chris Wainscott Location: First AG Campus Time: 8:00am - 12:00 noon Dates: Saturday | February 7, April 11 Synopsis: Join us for church campus facility and grounds maintenance and clean up.
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Sports Spectrum with Youth Ages: Youth and Adults Leader: Chuck Croasmun Time: 9:00am Date: May 16 Location: First AG Campus
National Girls Ministries Time: 7:00 - 8:15 pm Dates: Wednesdays | Feb - May
Daisies and Prims Ages: K - Grade 2, girls Leader: Lidia Treu Director: Brenda Nantz Cost: Offering Synopsis: Darcy, Diana, and Dorie (paper dolls) help Daisies make life applications f from the Bible stories and principles they learn. Megan, Carmen, Kim, and Tonya guide Prims through life-application stories as the girls learn biblical principles.
Rainbows Club Ages: 3 - 4 year-old girls and boys Leader: Shirley Croasmun Location: D26 | First Assembly Campus Time: 7:00 - 8:15 pm Dates: Wednesdays | Feb - May Cost: Offering Synopsis: Noah's Ark provides an exciting theme for the Bible stories, crafts, full-color activity pages, and games for this preschool club.
Stars Club Ages: Grades 3, 4, 5 girls Leader: Tracy Beardsley Location: Room D25 | First AG Campus Time: 7:00 - 8:15 pm Dates: Wednesdays | Feb - May Cost: $40.00 for book and T-Shirt
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Synopsis: Girls earn badges in the four worlds; are involved in community projects; and study the Word with scripture memorization. The four worlds are: The World About You, The World Around You, The World Of Truth, The World Within You. The ultimate goal is to become an Honor Star.
//Oneighty Ages: 12-18 or Grades 6-12 Leader: Pastor Nick Martinez Location: Oneighty Room | First AG Campus Time: 7:00pm Dates: Wednesdays | Feb - May Includes: We believe Oneighty is not just a service but a lifestyle. Every Wednesday night at 7pm Jr. and Sr. High gather in Oneighty. These students come for fellowship, worship, and to hear the word of God. Oneighty's two-fold purpose is to see that young people connect with God and connect with each other.
Royal Rangers Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Dates: Wednesdays | Feb - May
Ranger Kids Ages: Grades K, 1, 2 - Boys Leader: Kevin Shepherd Location: D24 | First AG Campus Cost: Supplies as needed Includes: Vests, badges, lessons Synopsis: Introduces boys to the great outdoors through a non-camping program that encourages indoor and outdoor field trips and day camps. The quarterly advancement patches lead to the yearly trail awards of the Elk, Wolverine, and Cougar. These trails feature exciting crafts and skills, advancement activities, Bible memory verses, and many opportunities for boys to grow and mature.
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Family Pow Wow
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Dates: Wednesdays | Feb - May
Ages: All members of the family Leader: Bill Adels Location: Camp Wilderness, Fort Meade Date: April 3-5 Cost: $50.00 per person Includes: Meals Synopsis: Come join the Royal Rangers for
Discovery Rangers Ages: Grades 3, 4, 5 - Boys Leader: Kevin Shepherd Location: D21 | First AG Campus Cost: Supplies as needed Includes: Shirts, badges, lessons Synopsis: Boys will experience a variety of indoor and outdoor activities and events that include an introduction to camping. The Discovery advancement trails introduces boys to a skill and Bible merit advancement system which leads to their highest award: the Gold Eagle. The boys will also have the opportunity to attend training camps to develop leadership skills.
Adventure Rangers Ages: Grades 6 - 9 Boys Leader: Bill Adels Location: D20 | First AG Campus Cost: Supplies as needed Includes: Uniforms, badges, lessons, gear Synopsis: Boys will continue to participate in indoor and outdoor activities which will include camping and non-camping activities, personal and life skills development, advance camping, Junior Leadership Training, and an opportunity to become part of the Frontiersmen Camping Fellowship (FCF). The Adventure Rangers merit-based advancement trail culminates with the Gold Medal of Achievement the highest award a boy can earn.
their annual District Pow Wow April 3-5. We always have a great time camping in the great outdoors as well as experiencing God in our nightly services. Come join us as we reach, teach, and keep boys for Christ.
Father/Son/Big Brother Campout Ages: 8+ Leader: Bill Adels Location: Camp Wilderness, Fort Meade Date: March 23-15 Cost: $25 per person Includes: 5 meals and registration Synopsis: We're camping on the Peace River. There will be a water slide, fishing, shark teeth, hunting, hiking trails, and much more.
Usher Training Ages: 16+ Leader: Sal Plateroti | Herb Spang Location: Conference Room Time: 7:00pm Dates: Wednesday | Appointment only Includes: Snacks & handbooks Synopsis: Learning the ministry and requirements of an usher. Class will use Usher Handbook. There will be time for questions and answers. You will receive encouragement to minister.
Explorers Ages: Grades 9-12 Leader: Rob Alfonso Location: D20 | First AG Campus Cost: Supplies as needed Includes: Uniforms, badges, lessons, gear
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Women's United Generation Circles of Friends A Celebration of Women Ages: 5+ Leader: WUG Leadership Team Location: Shell Hall | First AG Campus Dates: May 9 - Walk for Life /Time of Prayer May 9 - Annual Celebration Tea May 11 - Mother's Day Worship Service Cost: Ages 13+ $10, 12 and under $5 Synopsis: This weekend is about life and the women who embrace it, give it, save it, and celebrate it. Join us as we reach out to the community to save lives with the Pregnancy Center in the Annual Walk for Life, celebrate the young women in Masters Commission, and receive what the Lord has for us as we enter into His presence. Contact Debbie for information at 439.4369 or e-mail osdebrob@tampabay.rr.com.
Bowling for Fun Ages: Women 18+ Leader: Joni Roeder | Debbie Robinson Location: Twedts Time: 10:00am-12:00noon Dates: Saturdays | March 7, April 4 Cost: $9.00 for games and shoes | lunch Synopsis: Join us for bowling, lunch and fun with friends; call Joni for details.
Conference Opportunity: Inspire 09 Ages: Women 18+ Leader: Contact Debbie Robinson Location: Florida Hotel & Conference Center, Orlando Dates: March 5-7 Cost: registration; motel room Synopsis: Sandy Phinazee is hosting this year's conference. The theme is “Let It Rain�
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Marsha Wooley, Director of PenFlorida's Women's Ministry, is also scheduled to speak. Register for this conference at www.inspireconference.org
Conference Opportunity: Joyce Meyer Conference Tour 2009 Ages: All Leader: Contact Debbie Robinson Location: Amway Arena, Orlando Dates: February 19, 20, 21 Cost: Conference attendance is free Synopsis: An opportunity for Men and women of all ages are welcome. Bring husbands, wives, daughters, sons, parents or grandparents. Everyone will have fun and experience God in a new way. Joyce delivers unique teachings in every session and creates an atmosphere for intimate worship. Go to www.joycemeyer.org for further details or contact Debbie 727.522.3727 osdebrob@tampabay.rr.com
Esther Ages: Women 18+ Leader: Marsha McArthur Location: Small Chapel | First AG Campus Time: 7:00 -8:30pm Dates: Tuesdays | Feb 17 - Apr 28 Cost: $14.95 for book Synopsis: Ladies come join us as we study Ester with Beth Moore, come and learn that you to have a destiny with God for such a time as this. Beth Moore's newest Bible study is Esther: It's Tough Being a Woman. Going up against heavyweights bent on her destruction, Esther trusted God and landed a blow that saved her people. The Old Testament story of Esther is a profile in courage and contains many modern parallels for today's woman. Esther's destiny can be yours as you know more deeply the God who is in your corner. Contact Marsha McArthur, 5964117 or Laura Sebold, 726-0115 for more info.
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Women's United Generation Circles of Friends cont’d Meals that Heal Ages: All Leader: Joyce Kriever Location: Individual Homes Time: Volunteers will be called as need arises Cost: Cost of food prepared Synopsis: Bereavement and pastoral care ministry. This is an opportunity to prepare a meal for those bereaved or in need of meals due to health or other circumstances. The joy of caring and sharing your portion with others will be a blessing to the family that receives as well as yourself.
Saturday Morning Stretch Rizpah Continues Ages: Women 18+ Leader: Debbie Robinson Location: Small Chapel | First AG Campus Time: 9:30 11:30am Dates: Saturdays | Feb 21, Mar 21, Apr 18, May 16 Cost: Materials as needed Synopsis: Are you searching for that perfect j job or are you wondering where you fit in the body of Christ? If yes, this is the place for you. Together, we will discover our strengths, talents, and gifts (9:30 10:30) learning the art of resumĂŠ writing and interviewing techniques. Following, for those of you who wish to continue (10:30 11:30), we will go on journey where you will come in contact with the Holy Spirit Who serves as your counsel on a very personal discovery of who you are in the LORD. Our text for this segment is Set My Heart on Fire: Experience the Power of the Holy Spirit by Catherine Martin. Contact Debbie Robinson at 727.439.4369 or e-mail osdebrob@tampabay.rr.com.
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Travel Club/Missions Trips Ages: All Leader: Debbie Robinson, Mindy Currie Location: Various Dates: Various Synopsis: If you like to travel, take short tips or want to volunteer to plan a trip for women, please sign up!! Information will be shared as the trips come up. We may travel to our destinations by land, sea, or air.
Women in Missions Ages: All Leader: Mindy Currie, Shelly Strouse Synopsis: It is the intention of Women's United Generation to support women in the mission field through prayer, correspondence, trips, and presentations. Each month women of the church will be called to prayer and support of a woman in the mission field. You may also join this effort by serving on this dynamic team. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Mindy by e-mail hisgirl16@hotmail.com
Women of Worship Ages: All Leader: Cheryl Rice, Debbie Robinson Location: Shell Hall Time: 6:00pm Dates: Third Sunday|Feb 15, Mar 15, Apr 19 Cost: Offering will be received Synopsis: You will not want to miss this special opportunity to come together with the women of the church for a night of worship and prayer. Special guests will include Missionary Leslie DelRosario; dramatic portrayals of women in the Bible will be presented and developed by Ashton Symonds, CMC; and worship will include
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music written by Heather Wainscott. This is an important night for women to refresh and support each other in life, in worship, and in prayer. You are encouraged to reach out to and invite a woman you know would benefit from this gathering.
You Are Loved II Ages: Adults Leader: Nettie McKee Location: Largo Family Restaurant Time: 8:00am Date: Last Tuesday of the month | Feb - May Synopsis: Share a meal with friends.
WUG Cookbook: Rizpah Continues Ages: All Leader: Beth Tassillo Location: Various Dates: write and publish Feb -Apr; sales in May Synopsis: With your help and contributions, Beth is leading a team in publishing a cookbook full of your very own favorite recipes (at least those you are willing to share). The sales of this cookbook will benefit women's ministry and its intention to reach women in the mission field as well as to celebrate and disciple women of this local body. If you are interested in serving on this team, please e-mail Beth at LadyBuc102@aol.com
You Are Loved Ages: Adults Leader: Nettie McKee Location: Various Time: 24/7 Date: 24/7 Synopsis: Visitation, phone calls, letters, cards for those who are not able to attend church.
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These groups go outside the walls of the church. “C” groups serve as the tentacles that reach into the community as well as provide fellowship to those in the church. Some “C” groups are instructional and helpful, and some are just fun. They are Caring for the Community. If it’s fun, instructional, or anything in between, it’s in the “C” group.
The BRIDGE - Spring Break
Everyone's An Artist
Ages: 12-18 or Grades 6-12 Leader: Pastor Nick Location: Oneighty Time: TBA Dates: March 30 - April 3 Costs: TBA Synopsis: Spring Break is a great time to relax and
Age: All Leader: Kim Rudolph and Laura Sebold Location: Tri-City Plaza Time: 6:30pm Dates: Monday | Feb 2, Mar 2, Apr 6 Cost: $7.50 firing fee plus price of item you choose to paint Synopsis: If you can hold a brush, you can have fun painting pottery. There are many pieces to choose from and instructors to help you. Fellowship and Fun! Don't miss it!
have fun. We have planned something to do everyday. Whether it's bowling, going to the movies, or Busch Gardens, we will have a great time.
Coed Softball Team Fan Club Ages: All Leader: LaDon Van Location: Eddie C. Moore Complex, 2998 Drew Street, Clearwater Dates: Fridays | Feb - May Synopsis: Everyone is invited to come and cheer us on. Fun for all ages. Join the team after the game for fun at a nearby restaurant.
Come and Dine...Once Again Ages: Adults Leader: Becky Ray and Al McCloskey Location: Various restaurants in the area; Time: 7pm Dates: Friday |Feb 20, Mar 13, Apr 10, May 8 Cost: Dinner Synopsis: We'll go out to eat at different restaurants in the Tampa Bay area covering different price ranges.
Couples Game Night Ages: Adults Leader:Terry and Karen Steen Location: Steen's home; call 813.961.6917 Time: 6:30pm Dates: Saturday | March 14 Cost: Bring your favorite appetizer, dessert or snack Synopsis: Get ready to play all kinds of interactive group games like Gestures, Pictionary, Scene It, Taboo, Catch Phrase, etc.
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Family Nights with Pastor David & Liz Ages: All Ages Leader: David and Liz Reneau Location: Various Locales Time: 7:00 pm Date: Fri Mar 13 - Sat, Apr 18 - Fri May 22 Cost: Depends on activity Synopsis: We had such a great time we're bringing it back! Bring your family to have a great time with Liz and Dave. We will come together throughout the semester for some family friendly fun! It all starts with Planet Jump on Friday March 13, then a free family movie night on Saturday April 18. Finally on Friday, May 22 we will go bowling. Watch for more details as the events come closer.
Halo Nights Ages: 16+ Leader: David Reneau Location: 1736 Tioga Ave #A Time: 7:00 pm Date: Every other Monday begins Feb 2 Cost: Free Synopsis: Calling all Halo addicts! Tired of playing online and never getting to smack talk in person, wish you had someone to beat into oblivion, or maybe you want to sharpen your skills to finally make that long coveted rank? This is the place. Be there or risk ultimate defeat.
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Junior Senior Retreat
Ladies Day Out
Age: Grades 11 - 12 Leader: Pastor Nick Location: Orlando Time: Thurs. Feb 12, 4pm - Sat. Feb 14 12:30pm Dates: Thurs. Feb 12 Sat. Feb 14 Cost: $60, which includes, Travel, Registration, and Lodging. Food is not included. Synopsis: Life out of High School is a different world. Oneighty is striving to prepare our students for that world. This retreat will help them learn how to remain a solid Christian for life out of High School.
Ages: Adult Leader: Karen Steen Location: TBA Time: Lunchtime Date: Saturday | April 11 Cost: Approx. $25 Synopsis: You will be going to a traditional tea house for fun, fellowship and food. Karen will be making reservations and must have your commitment by March 28. This will be an excellent venue for inviting a neighbor or coworker. Please contact Karen by phone to reserve your spot (813.961.6917).
Kids First Christian Preschool Ages: 2-5 years of age Leader: Call Gretchen Ross 585.5471
Stay and Play Location: Kids First|First AG Campus Time: 7:30am - 5:30pm Dates: Monday through Friday|Feb - May Cost: $25 per day per child Synopsis: Stay and Play childcare any day.
Ninja Team Age: 12-18 or Grades 6-12 Leader: Pastor Nick Martinez Location: Oneighty Time: 5:30-6:30pm Dates: Wednesdays | Feb - May Synopsis: Preparing 180 for Wednesday night service.
Post-Season Football Party Preschool Chapel Location: Kids First Christian Preschool Time: 9:30 11:00am Date: Thursdays | Feb - May Synopsis: Children are welcome to join us for Bible stories, puppets, songs and more.
Preschool Story Time Location: School Library| Kids First Time: 9:30 - 10:00am Date: Wednesdays | Feb - May Synopsis: Children are welcome to join us for storytime in the school library.
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Ages: All Leader: Samuel Mercuri Location: Shell Hall Time: 4:00pm Date: Sunday | February 15 Cost: Please bring drinks and snacks to share. Donations for Pizza. Synopsis: You are invited to watch Facing the Giants in Shell Hall. This time of fellowship ends another season of great football. Please call 443.6958 or 249.9729 to sign up.
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Skate 'n' Pray Ages: 11+ Leader: Cody Chillcott Location: Meet at Cody's Home Time: 5:30 7:30pm Dates: Tuesdays | Feb - May Cost: Purchase or bring your own snacks Synopsis: We will meet at my house for 10 minutes of prayer and then we will go skate around my place. Bring your friends, dudes! Need more information, my number is 727.447.4914.
Stages Fellowships Ages: 40's and 50's Leader: David and Sharon Lanham Location: TBA in Stages First Hour Class Time: TBA in Stages First Hour Class Date: Once a month Cost: Varies per activity Synopsis: We will have a variety of fellowships at a variety of locations. Plan to join us for fun and getting to know each other better!
Tax Talks Ages: Adults Leader: Gary Weaver Location: Small Chapel | First AG Campus Time: 7:30pm Date: Mondays | Feb - Mar Synopsis: Join this timely nine-week tax course relevant to income tax preparation, budgeting, retirement preparation, small business topics, and IRS Audit. Contact Gary Weaver, 727.424.9640. The schedule follows: Week 1 2/2/09 2008 Tax Law Changes Week 2 2/9/09 Budgeting Week 3 2/16/09 Preventing Tax Time Surprises Week 4 2/23/09 Preparing for Retirement Week 5 3/2/09 Small Business Tax Topics
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Preparing for a IRS Audit 2008 Tax Law Changes Preventing Tax Time Surprises Small Business Tax Topics
Two Bike Rides Ages: Adults Leader: Jim & Kim Rudolph, Bruce & LaDon Van Date: Saturday, February 21 1. Pinellas Trail at NE Coachman Rd Saturday, March 21 2. Downtown Dunedin Time: 9:30am Cost: Meals Synopsis: Bike Ride 1 - Join us on February 21 as we take a 10 mile ride from the ball fields on NE Coachman to the Safety Harbor Spa. We will have breakfast at the Spa then return to NE Coachman. It is a beautiful ride on the trail as we journey through a park and then along the Bay. Bike Ride 2 - Join us as we ride the Pinellas Trail through downtown Dunedin to the Dunedin Causeway. We will stop for a BBQ lunch along the way. Meet at Levi and Cheryl Rice's home to begin the ride.
Young Adults Game/Movie Night Ages: Young Adult Leader: Autumn Brown and Heidi Kyees Location: Autumn's Home 1234 S Missouri Ave #313 Time: 7:00pm Date: Feb 7, 21; Mar 7, 21; Apr 4,18; May 2,16 Cost: Donations for food and drinks Synopsis: Movies, Games; Guitar Hero World Tour. Just hang out and have fun!
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678 Conference Age: Grades 6 - 8 Leader: Pastor Nick Martinez Location: Orlando FL Dates: Mar. 20 4:00pm - Mar. 21 10:30pm Cost: $105 which includes; Dinner on Friday, Saturday's Breakfast, Ticket to Island of Adventure, Hotel, Transportation Synopsis: This weekend is tailor made just for junior high. It is a great experience for this age group to get together, meet God, and worship Him with one voice.
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“TAKE A ROMP THROUGH THE SWAMP!!”
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June 8-12 6-9 pm
Join us this summer where we learn that fearless Kids can shine God's light! At Crocodile Dock we will learn bible points using all 5 senses, have another visit with our friend Chadder, and learn to recognize “God-Sightings”. So hop on a flat bottom boat and drift on hazy, lazy waters under the tall cypress trees until the big adventure begins!
Wednesday’s | 7:00pm Hospitality Room | First AG Campus
Video and Workbook Lead by Pastor Bruce and LaDon Van
Palm Sunday Weekend Friday, April 3 7:00pm Saturday, April 4 7:00pm Sunday, April 5 10:30am Mary Magdalene had seen many things. With the death of her father, she had seen sorrow and pain. She had also seen hatred, pity, contempt and jealousy as she wrestled with the demons in her mind. But then one day, she saw Him, and her whole world changed forever.
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