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Announcements - January 15, 2017





Announcements - January 15, 2016

GCF Annual Business Meeting Tonight at 6 p.m.: We will meet at the Fergus' home. Members are asked to attend while all attendees are welcome.
All Sunday School Classes Resume Today: The Adult Sunday School Class will begin a study on world religions. On February 12,  a membership class will be offered.
Resources for the Gospel of John Series: In order to help you get the most out of this series, you’ll find three resources on the Information Table: A Brief Introduction to the Gospel of John, by Pastor Charlie, An Introduction to the Gospel of John, by Pastor Charlie, and Gospel of John Sermon Journal, by Mike Mitchell.
Winter Carnival Saturday, February 18: This is an opportunity for our church to reach out into our community and invite friends as well as raise funds for our Student ministries Haiti missions trip in June. We would like to get as many people involved as possible. Please contact Pastor Kevin for information on how you can help.
Sanctity of Human Life Sunday: In celebrating life and remembrance of the anniversary of Roe v Wade, Abba will have a display on the Missions Table on Sunday, January 22. Information about the ministry and educational items are available. Thank you for your prayers and support in the “Fight for Life."
Wednesday Morning Prayer Meeting: Anyone who would like to join in corporate prayer may do so. The prayer time is 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. at the church office.


Next Week’s Fighter Verse
You make known to me the path of life;
in your presence there is fullness of joy;
at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.
Psalm 16:11


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