As we approach the season of Lent, we are invited into a meaningful journey of reflection, repentance, and renewed devotion. This time offers us space to slow down, draw near to God, and prepare our hearts for the hope and joy of Easter.

Yet even now, says the Lord, return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; rend your hearts and not your clothing. Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, abounding in steadfast love, and relenting from punishment. Joel 2:12-13
 
Family Promise
We are grateful to the many of you that have signed up to bring meals, stay overnight, or are volunteering in any capacity this week with Family Promise. Thank you for helping our church feel like a home to the families in this program. 
Vacation Bible School
Get ready for Vacation Bible School: Rainforest Falls – Exploring the Nature of God! Join us June 22–25 as we journey through the wonders of the rainforest and discover more about who God is and how deeply He loves us. Registration for church families opens February 22nd and will also be available March 1st after the worship service in the Coffee Cafe.

Interested in volunteering? Student and Adult Volunteers can register below—we can’t wait to explore together!
Student Volunteer Registration
Adult Volunteer Registration
 Dude Camp Registration
Registration is open for all 5th graders in the community. Dude Camp dates are May 24th-27th and the cost will be $385. Contact Tena Roher if you have any questions. Visit the church website or Facebook page to register.
 
Wedding Shower
Please join us as we celebrate Sallianne Roher and her upcoming wedding to Luke Ballard at a bridal shower on February 21st at 10:00 AM in the Coffee Cafe. Links to their registries can be found below.
Amazon Registry
Target Registry
 
Sunday Evening Activities
For Sunday, February 22nd
Spring Connection Orientation | 2:00-5:00 pm | Coffee Cafe
Acts Bible Study | 5:00-6:00 pm | Coffee Cafe
Kidzone | 5:00-6:00 pm | Friends Center
CORE | 7:10-8:40 pm | Friends Center
FUSE and Bible Quiz pause this week and will resume on March 1st.
Midweek Activities
Weekly Prayer
 | Tuesday Nights 6:00-7:30 PM | FFC Chapel
Women’s Evening Bible Study | Wednesday Nights 6:30-8:00 PM | Patty Lee’s Home
A Christian Legacy | Wednesday Nights 7:00-8:15 PM | Josh Bunce’s Home
Women’s Morning Bible Study | Thursday Mornings 9:30-11:00 AM | FFC Coffee Cafe
 String Quartet Performance
Join us on March 20th in the Chapel at 7:00 pm for a medley of songs performed by a string quartet. There is no cost to attend, but donations or offerings are welcome. All proceeds will support updates and maintenance of the Chapel bell. Contact the church office for more information.
 
Easter Choir
We are getting set for another Easter Chorale performance for those who are available and willing! Melissa Smith has graciously agreed to conduct us again. Save the rehearsal dates, March 22nd and March 29th at 5:00 pm, and Bobby will be sending information on music soon!
 
Bell Practice
Bell Friends will meet for regular practice on Thursday at 12:30 pm in the Coffee Cafe.
 
Love. Learn. Listen.