M & M Mentoring Begins Again Soon
Would you like to participate in an one-on-one, encouraging, supportive relationship with another woman? M & M Mentoring Ministry helps women develop a closer relationship to Jesus Christ, with their families and other women. The Orientation Coffee is December 5, at 10:00 a.m. and the Kickoff Coffee is January 9, 2010, at 10:00 a.m. Sign up at the Welcome Center.

Opportunity to Serve Those in Need
We will be serving food to the families involved in the Prodigal Gatherings Ministry on Wednesday evening, December 16, at their annual Christmas party. This ministry serves families who live in motels along the Colfax corridor of our city. We have need of both volunteers to serve, as well as cook food for the Christmas party. To sign up to serve or bring food, please come to the Welcome Center where we have a list of needs. Questions? Call Linda at 303-290-9105

“Path Finders” for Job Seekers
We want to bring together the unemployed, under-employed, friends and family, and anyone else needing encouragement. If you know of anyone that might be interested, please call Stephen Forcey at 303-478-2082. These meetings will include a time of Bible study covering topics like: Right Thinking; Mind Traps; True Self-Worth; Faith vs. Fear; Relational Stress; Time Management; and Overcoming Temptation. We will meet every Thursday from 12 noon until 1 p.m. in the Chapel. You can also track the teaching of these classes on the new blog. Just click here Path Finders Blog.

Carpenter's Hands
Carpenter's Hands serve widows, single moms, and others at Fellowship Community Church. Men volunteer their time and talents to work with other men to accomplish routine tasks. If you have needs that might be met by volunteers of the "Carpenter's Hands" service team, please contact Mike Benson at 303-257-5556 or e-mail him at mbenson@fcchurch.org.

Frequently Asked Questions -
Pastor Search Committee
(more Questions and Answers added all the time)

Q: How do I nominate someone for our Senior Pastor position?

A: Easy! Simply provide any Pastor Search Committee member your nominee's name. It can be provided either verbally or in written form. (Their e-mail address is psc@fcchurch.org). The Committee will then enter that name into the formal process.

Q: Why don't we hire a Senior Pastor from the qualified candidates already within our own church?

A: It is entirely possible that God will lead us to His man within the Body here at FCC and we are open to this possibility. In the meantime, we have collaborated with our Elders, Church Bylaws, the EFCA, and spent hours in prayer to come up with a list of requirements a man must meet to qualify as a candidate for our Senior Pastor position.

Q: Will I be able to provide my input as to what our new Senior Pastor looks like?

A: Yes, of course! First, the All-Church Survey taken last fall included a section where you put down your preferences and we have access to this information. Second, as we continue to work on the communication process, we will look to improve the two-way part of that process.

Q: Does a candidate have to be a graduate of a particular Bible college?

A: No, but in accordance with our specific candidate qualifications he must have a Masters of Divinity degree or higher from an accredited Seminary. Our Bylaws require that a qualified applicant either is or becomes a member of the EFCA Ministerial Association and to do that, one of the requirements is to have a Masters of Divinity degree from an approved evangelical school.

Q: How will you ensure that the candidate has a passion for missions and community outreach?

A: These two particular areas are detailed in the candidates profile portion of MinisterConnection. We will also discuss these critical Philosophy of Ministry areas during the interview process.

Q: How will you determine the candidates' style of leadership?

A: In addition to the candidates profile in MinisterConnection, another important part of this filtering process is the Ministry Match. This test provides insight into personality, as well as spiritual and ministry gifts, including leadership style. Finally, this will be an important part of the overall interview process.

Q: What are the guidelines in our Bylaws for a Senior Pastor?

A: The qualifications for the Senior Pastor position are found in Section 5 of Bylaws. The role of Senior Pastor is such that he also must meet the qualifications found in Titus 1:6-9 and 1 Timothy 3:1-7 for overseers (or Elders), as well as qualifications in the Bylaws for Elders found in Section 8.1.2.2. (Bylaws)

Adult Bible Fellowship (ABF) Classes
Adult Bible Fellowship classes meet together each Sunday morning. Join with a group of people who want to learn more about God, as well as have a time of great fellowship.
9:00 a.m. - Faithkeepers ABF
9:00 a.m. - Growing Relationships ABF
9:00 a.m. - New Direction ABF
10:30 a.m. - Joint Heirs ABF
10:30 a.m. - Married and More ABF
10:30 a.m. - Imago Dei (Image of God) ABF
10:30 a.m. - Rooted ABF

Worship Services:
Meets each Sunday in the Sanctuary at both
9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.