en We Are Growing Up & Growing Out! http://www.faithcc.info © Copyright 2000 - 2010Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=267 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:31:42 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=247 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 06:31:28 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=31 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=31&article_id=172 WHO IS ALPHA FOR? Everyone is welcome! People attend from many different backgrounds, religions and viewpoints. They attend for a variety of reasons. Some want to investigate whether God exists and if there is any point to life; others are concerned about what happens after death. Still others may have attended church all their life, but feel they never really understood the basics of the Christian faith. Alpha is the course for everyone who thinks there may be more to life than meets the eye. WHAT HAPPENS AT ALPHA? The Alpha course consists of a series of talks addressing key issues related to the Christian faith. Our Introductory Session is March 25. Call or email to reserve your spot. The typical format is below: Meal - 6:30pmTalk - 7pmCoffee and small group discussion - 7:45 to 8:45pm SAMPLE SCHEDULE Introduction: Is there more to life than this? Week 1: Who is Jesus? Week 2: Why did Jesus die? Week 3: How can we have faith? Week 4: Why and how do I pray? Week 5: Why and how should I read the Bible? Week 6: How does God guide us? Week 7: How can I resist evil? Week 8: Why & how should we tell others? Week 9: Does God heal today? Week 10: What about the Church? Weekend: Who is the Holy Spirit? What does the Holy Spirit do? How can I be filled with the Holy Spirit? How can I make the most of the rest of my life? The course curriculum is the book 'Questions of Life' by Nicky Gumbel. Each talk reflects one of the chapters from this book. Sat, 6 Mar 2010 18:04:12 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=177 Sat, 6 Mar 2010 18:01:48 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=266 Sat, 6 Mar 2010 10:51:41 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=265 Sat, 6 Mar 2010 10:49:31 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=263 Sat, 6 Mar 2010 10:49:31 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=264 Sat, 6 Mar 2010 10:49:31 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=231 Sat, 6 Mar 2010 10:49:31 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=25&article_id=261 Mon, 1 Mar 2010 12:38:11 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=1 Welcome to Faith Community Church's website! We would love to have you visit FCC this Sunday. You can find out all about us right here. Get our service times, travel directions, see what's happening for children and students and even email us a question right from this page. We want to make discovering Faith easy. Thanks for visiting us! Get more info on ALPHA Mon, 1 Mar 2010 12:36:52 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24&article_id=25 Richard Ferris, our Pastor/Teacher, is enthusiastic about following Christ. Richard encourages others to experience God's power for themselves by trusting Jesus in everyday ways. In his spare time you'll most likely find him gardening, playing with his kids, or at the gym. Richard is married to Fredda with three daughters: Michaela, Abby, and Kit. He is a graduate of Drexel University, Capital Bible Seminary, and received his doctorate in ministry from Dallas Theological Seminary. To contact Richard, send an email. Fri, 26 Feb 2010 15:27:41 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=21 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=21&article_id=20 (1) We believe that the Bible, composed of the Old and the New Testaments, is verbally inspired of God, is inerrant in the original writings and is the supreme and final authority in faith and in life. (2) We believe that there is but One living and true God, eternally existing and manifesting himself to us in three persons, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, who are the same in substance and equal in power and glory. (3) We believe in the deity of Jesus Christ, that He was begotten of the Holy Spirit, and born of the Virgin Mary, that He is true God and true man, and that He is the only and sufficient Mediator between God and Man. (4) We believe that Christ's death on the cross for our sins was substitutionary, and that whosoever believes in Him is justified on the ground of His shed blood. We believe in His bodily resurrection from the dead, in His ascension into Heaven, where He ever lives to make intercession for us, and in His premillenial return to the earth. (5) We believe that salvation is by grace, through faith, and that all who receive the Lord Jesus Christ by faith are born again of the Holy Spirit and by this birth are the children of God. (6) We believe in the divine personality of the Holy Spirit, that He is God, and that His ministry is to reveal Jesus Christ to men. His work is to convict men of sin, to regenerate, indwell, and set apart the believer to a holy life. (7) We believe that man was created in the image of God; that he sinned and thereby incurred not only physical death, but also that spiritual death which is separation from God; that all human beings are born with a sinful nature and are totally unable to save themselves by their own works, being dead in trespasses and sin. (8) We believe in the bodily resurrection of the just and unjust (the just being those who through faith are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ, and on this basis are made truly righteous in His esteem; the unjust being those who continue in impenitence and unbelief in Christ as Savior and remain in God's sight wicked and under the curse), and that this distinction shall remain after death in the conscious eternal blessedness of the saved in Heaven, and the conscious eternal punishment of the lost in Hell. (9) We believe that the Church of Jesus Christ is a living, spiritual body of which Christ Himself is the Head and of which all regenerated people are members. We believe that the local Church is a company of believers in Jesus Christ joined together for worship, edification, fellowship, and the spread of the gospel. (10) We believe that baptism is an ordinance commanded by Christ and is the immersion of a believer in water in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit; that a believer should always reckon upon the truth of his spiritual identification with Christ in death, burial and resurrection, (death to sin and resurrection to walk in newness of life).(11) We believe that the Lord's Supper (partaking of bread and the fruit of the vine, which are symbols of Christ's body and Christ's blood shed for the remission of sin) is an ordinance commanded by Christ to be observed by believers and is a remembrance of His death until He comes again.   Wed, 17 Jun 2009 08:07:03 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=224 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:17:19 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=26&article_id=87 The journey of faith is a climb that is rewarding and frequently fun. It's an adventure with God! We envision Christian growth as a mountain climb, the summit is God's ideal: becoming more and more like his Son. On the way you'll find people who will help you, encourage you, pray for and equip you to reach the top. The climb is always challenging but it doesn't have to be lonely! Are you ready for the journey? Connect - A variety of events and seminars are designed to help you connect with Jesus through FCC. NewComers, ALPHA, Home Meetings, and New Members can jump start your journey. Grow - Truth For Life tracks and the Men and Women of Faith groups help you climb to higher ground. Serve - Your faith needs an outlet; we've got just the place for you. Discover it in a P.L.A.C.E. Workshop. Share - Reaching the summit qualifies you to guide others there. Particpate in discipling, mentoring, and coaching others. Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:14:23 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=16 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=16&article_id=18 Middle School Youth group is a blast. We meet Fridays in the Activity Center from 7:00-9:00 PM for fun games and open gym if you want to shoot hoops. We've got a game room with pool, ping-pong and foosball. You can also get some candy or mozzarella sticks in our concession area. We also get together upstairs for worship, funny videos and teaching from the Bible. Our goal is that Middle School students know and follow Christ in a deepening way as well as experience community and fellowship with one another and older adults who can support and mentor them. It's a great place for visitors to come and get involved in our group for the first time. We also have special events regularly like dodgeball tournaments, camping trips, winter camp and Wild Week, 5 days of Middle School craziness in June. Sunday mornings we also gather for "Next". Next is the next step for Middle School students maturing in their faith. It's a more in-depth study of the Bible. This year we're focusing on the life of Christ. Next meets from 11:15-12:00 Sundays in Room 7 of the Activity Center. Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:17:04 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40&article_id=39 High School Youth group meets Fridays in the Activity Center from 7:00-9:00 PM for games and open gym if you want to shoot hoops. We've got a game room with pool, ping-pong and foosball. You can also get some candy or mozzarella sticks in our concession area. We also get together upstairs for worship, funny videos and teaching from the Bible. Our goal is that High School students know and follow Christ in a deepening way as well as experience community and fellowship with one another and older adults who can support and mentor them. It's a great place for visitors to come and get involved in our group for the first time. We also have special events regularly like dodgeball tournaments, camping trips, and winter camp. Sunday mornings we also gather for "Next". Next is the next step for High School students maturing in their faith. It's a more in-depth study of the Bible. This year we're focusing on the life of Christ. Next meets from 11:15-12:00 Sundays in Room 7 of the Activity Center. Interested in helping? Email Meade Baker. Wed, 11 Mar 2009 14:14:58 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=24&article_id=36 Meade Baker, our Associate Pastor of Students, Worship and Families, has been working with students for 10 years. He loves Lost, gardening, guitar, rock climbing, C.S. Lewis, and can't dribble a basketball. Meade and Amy have been married 6 years and have two kids, Manny and Aderyn. He is a graduate of Philadelphia Biblical University and Biblical Theological Seminary. To contact Meade, send an email. Tue, 2 Dec 2008 09:19:07 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=17 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=17&article_id=6 Pioneer Clubs is a church-sponsored Christ-centered club program for boys and girls in the first thru sixth grade for the girls and first thru fifth grade for the boys:integrates spiritual and personal development emphasizes evangelism and discipleship gives children opportunities to: learn new skills make friends experience successes and challenges have fun make choices based on biblical principles develop Christian values that affect every area of their lives The overriding purpose of Pioneer Clubs is to help children:make Christ Lord in every aspect of life form healthy relationships develop positive attitudes toward God, themselves, and others Pioneer Clubs' Goals The goals of the program are designed to accomplish Pioneer Clubs' purpose. They are: To enable children to enter into a personal relationship with Christ and to know his Word. By presenting Christ as Savior and Lord, the program gives children opportunities to experience salvation and grow spiritually. By training children to study Scripture and apply it to daily life, club prepares them to exercise Christian responsibility in their church, community, and world. To enable children to form healthy relationships. By teaching biblical purposes for the family and by recognizing sociological influences, the program helps children learn how to be contributing members in various family situations. By teaching that God created people to be interdependent, the program leads children to recognize their need for relationships with both peers and adults.To enable children to grow as whole persons. By presenting biblical values and characteristics of persons made in God's image, club assists children in developing positive attitudes toward God, themselves, and others. By providing opportunities to develop a variety of skills and abilities, club helps children experience achievement and grow physically, mentally, socially, emotionally, and spiritually. To enable adults to understand children and help them develop. Through its curriculum and supplementary materials, the program teaches child development and Christian values. Through involvement in the club ministry, adults are encouraged in their personal and spiritual growthTo register for Pioneer Club, please come to our Open House, Wednesday, September 24 7:00-8:15pm, in the Activity Building. Thu, 11 Sep 2008 13:58:55 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=6 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=6&article_id=5 At a moms4moms meeting you can expect coffee fellowship, crafts, practical helps for moms, teaching and discussion, activities to do with your kids and time for prayer requests. This group is for moms of all ages and stages. Whether you are a mother of a preschooler or highschooler, we would love to have you join us. Moms4moms meets every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, September through May, from 9:00 - 11:00 am. Nursery and toddler care is provided free of charge.Send an email for more information. Sat, 9 Aug 2008 18:27:59 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=19 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=19&article_id=18 Sunday morning is an important part of our week! We are all on a journey of faith, some just beginning and others seasoned travelers. Sunday morning is the time we gather together to praise God by singing songs and hymns, study His word and pray. We employ a variety of musical instruments in a contemporary style to express our hearts to God. Our children and youth programs are safe and fun! Every childcare worker has had a background check. A safety system is in place that ensures you are the only person who can pick up your child. Our greeters will be happy to help you find the right class for your children. If you prefer to have your child stay with you during worship you can always listen to the service from the Cafe or use our nursery if necessary. Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:49:12 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=20&article_id=17 When you choose to visit Faith Community Church you'll find friendly people, inspiring worship, and helpful messages from the Bible that you can apply the rest of the week. You can expect a clean, safe nursery, children and youth programs, and an enjoyable atmosphere. Wear what makes you comfortable; we’re jean friendly! As you enter our building, look for the people wearing FCC name badges. They are there to help you find your way around and answer your questions. Ready to find out more? Stop by Connections Cafe. Connections is open immediately following morning worship. Meet some church staff, learn about the children and youth programs, enjoy a cup of coffee and get connected. We understand going to church for the first time gives you enough to think about. But, we want you to relax so you can hear what God is saying to you. You matter to God and you matter to us! Tue, 22 Apr 2008 08:48:01 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=22 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=22&article_id=12 Home Meetings provide the place to live out your Christian life. You cannot love, forgive, accept or encourage in a room full of hundreds of people. Small groups provide the encouragement and accountability that you and others need to be faithful to Jesus Christ. One of the best ways for you to get to know other members of Faith Community Church is to join a Home Meeting. For a list of home meetings, click here. Fri, 28 Sep 2007 09:03:58 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22&article_id=48 No person is more important than another at FCC; but some are more noticeable. Our church family is served by elders, deacons, deaconesses, and two pastors. We depend upon the Spirit’s application of God’s words in the Bible. We believe there is no comparable source of truth with the power to transform ordinary lives to the vibrancy and victory found only in Jesus Christ. Fri, 13 Apr 2007 13:33:29 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=22&article_id=21 Faith Church is a friendly group of people just like you who have discovered a meaningful life begins with a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. We envision our church as people whose faith, hope, and love are spreading to thousands around Brookhaven. We see God's word and life flowing out of us, loving people of every background, incorporating them into God's family. By the grace of God, we envision ourselves growing up and growing out! Fri, 13 Apr 2007 13:29:08 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=3&article_id=3 The Bible is God's message for lifeGod is bigger and better and closer than we can imagineJesus is God showing himself to us as a personEternal life is God's gift that only comes through faith in JesusBy the Holy Spirit, God lives in and through us nowMan is God's beloved creation in need of JesusHeaven and Hell are real and lasting placesThe church consists of people sharing their Jesus relationshipJesus is coming again to begin a new period in history Fri, 13 Apr 2007 13:16:23 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=20 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=20&article_id=9 Our Men's ministry exists to help you build friendships with other men that will teach and encourage you to apply God's principles in your everyday life and develop a desire to pass them on. We believe in an awesome God who desires to change the core affections of a man's heart. That transformation begins with men who sharpen one another like iron sharpening iron. We currently offer a Men's Truth for Life Track and a Single Men's Home Meeting. Click on "Find a Group" for more information. Thu, 5 Apr 2007 12:31:29 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=15&article_id=7 Christ's Headship. We acknowledge Christ as the Head of our church and submit ourselves and all of our activities to His will (Colossians 1:18). Therefore Jesus will have the supremacy in all things FCC. Biblical Training. We acknowledge the Bible as God's authoritative word for transforming us today (2 Timothy 3:16-17). Therefore the Bible will be our guide in faith and practice to adults, youth, and children. Worship in Spirit and Truth. We desire to exalt Jesus Christ in the breadth of biblical theology (truth) and to the depth of our innermost being (spirit) (John 4:23-24). Therefore our worship will emphasize the Savior, the Scriptures, and the surrendered heart of the worshiper. Life-in-Christ Together. We will encourage people to share their life-in-Christ with other Christians (1 Peter 4:8). Therefore we will ask every member to commit to a Home Meeting. People Matter to God. We acknowledge God's love for the world and His desire that all people should have a personal faith in Jesus Christ (1 Timothy 2:3-6). Therefore we will take the gospel to unconvinced people in our community and support missionaries who will go farther. Maturing Members. We seek to present every person complete in Jesus Christ (Colossians 1:28-29). Therefore we will seek to involve every person in a process of discipleship, mentoring, or coaching. Committed Congregation. We will encourage people to find a place of service in the church according to their divine design (Ephesians 4:11-16). Therefore we will ask every member to complete the PLACE Workshop and meet with a shepherd to discover the best place for them to volunteer themselves to God. Fri, 23 Mar 2007 10:25:16 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=19 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=19&article_id=8 Like flowers, faith requires nurturing to thrive. The Women's ministry of Faith Community Church seeks to cultivate and nurture biblical faith through Bible studies, mentoring and fellowship. Our Bible Studies run from September to May. We offer morning and evening studies that vary from weekly to bi-weekly. Wed, 21 Mar 2007 15:53:33 MST http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23 http://www.faithcc.info/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=23&article_id=22 Faith Community Church's roots lie in a Ukrainian Baptist church founded in Chester, PA in the 1920's, pastored by Paul Bartkow, Sr. With services steeped in the traditions of the old country, the church provided a secure base for its newly transplanted immigrant congregation. Before long though, the young people of the church became dissatisfied with the backward-looking stance. They felt God was calling them to relate more fully to American culture. So in 1948, the pastor's son, Danny Bartkow, started a new English speaking church which met in borrowed facilities. Crum Lynn Baptist Church, as it was called, flourished. The church became known for solid biblical teaching, a vibrant music ministry, and its appeal to youth. By the 1950's Crum Lynn Baptist was bulging at the seams. It was time to plan for a larger, more permanent facility. Property was purchased on Edgmont Avenue in Brookhaven, PA and the church changed its name to better identify with its new community. The cornerstone of the new church building was laid in 1956, and by the end of that year, the congregation moved into the still unfinished building. With great faith, extensive volunteer labor, and sacrificial financial commitment, church members and friends put all the finishing touches in place, and the new building was finally completed in 1961. Many changes have occurred at Faith Community Church since that first Sunday, of course: changes in leadership, in ministry programs, in church government, and even the name of the church to Faith Community Church. But, one thing remains the same: the desire to share God’s love with others! Come be part of Faith’s exciting future! Fri, 16 Mar 2007 14:46:57 MST