Wonderlife

Maybe your life right now is brimming with dreams for your future, or perhaps you feel discouraged about how life is currently going. On April 8 we will be starting a four week sermon series and small group study on four principles from Psalm 139 that will help you embrace all that God has for your story.
 

WHAT IS WONDERLIFE?

Wonderlife is a best-selling workbook that has helped over 81,000 people define their purpose and sacred calling. Through simple readings, playful exercises and journaling, Wonderlife will bring clarity to your past, maximize your present and help you build the future you want.
 
The workbook and weekend series is based on the principles of Psalm 139 and demonstrates how God can take broken things and make them beautiful again. Wonderlife is designed to help you understand who you are and why you’re here. It will help you discover the joy and wonder of being the you that God made you to be. No matter what your life looks like right now, the story that God invites you into can be wonderful.
 
You are invited to join us on this promising and exciting four week journey!
 
April 08 – I believe my story matters.
April 15 – I am unashamed about what I love and care about.
April 22- I am honest about my obstacles and opportunities.
April 29 – I am fully present in my life. 


Penta Celebration 2018

On Sunday, February 18, two couples were honored during this year’s Penta Celebration. Congratulations to Brian and Chrissy Duryea, who will be celebrating their 10th wedding anniversary this year. Congratulations also to Roy and Sophie, who in turn will be celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. During the service a video tribute was shown, after which Pastor Albert prayed over both couples, thanking God for his love in their lives and their love for one another.
 


Eagle Scout

We wish to congratulate Peter Estep on receiving his Eagle Scout badge. The ceremony took place at the Holy Cross Parish Center, where the Troop regularly meets. Peter’s project involved painting the Fellowship Area and bathrooms of Faith Church. We thank him for choosing Faith Church to benefit from his project and wish him all the best for his future. Congratulations also to his proud parents.
 
 
 


Christmas Bazaar

Please note that our bazaar has been moved to December 16!

 
Come on down to Faith Reformed Church on Saturday December 16th from 10 am – 2 pm for our Holiday Bazaar. A variety of local crafters / vendors will be present so you can do some holiday shopping. There will be a playroom for the kids to participate in crafts and a story time at 12:00 pm. And don’t worry we will have some yummy homemade baked goods and refreshments available to purchase if you get hungry. There will also be raffle prizes too!!
 
Hope you can join us!
 
The Church is located on the corner of Rt.6 and S. Centerville Rd in Slate Hill, NY.
Use 11 South Centerville Rd, Middletown, NY for GPS purposes.
 
List of Vendors:
 
Dawn Young – Dawn’s Natural Journey
Larissa Ford – PartyLite
Linda Collister – Create and Celebrate
Chris Martinek – The Town Gift Shoppe
Samantha Youmans – SAHM’S HANDMADE
Jessica Zanetti – LuLaRoe By Jessica Z
Golden Dandelions – Jordan Warren
Anna Kladakis
Victor DiBenedetto
Lorraine Kahnert and Joy Watters
Angela Burtt
Robb Young


What Child is This?

Five individuals wonder what it would’ve been like to have witnessed the arrival of a baby who would save the world, and stand in awe that Jesus came to be part of their lives.
 
Join us this Advent and Christmas for a special sermon series, which will include mini-movies to introduce each week’s story, and experience again the wonder of the Christ Child born as the Savior of the world. Our worship celebrations are Sundays at 10:30 a.m. and our Christmas Eve Celebration with special music and the lighting of candles takes place at 7:00 p.m.
 
December 3 – Awake!
December 10 – Wise
December 17 – Thirsty
December 24 – Whose is He?
December 24, Christmas Eve – Christ the King
 


Holiday Activities 2017

Faith Church warmly invites you to join us for a host of seasonal activities for everyone:
 
November 10 – Operation Christmas Child Box Party
We are again supporting this wonderful effort to bless children in need around the world. It is also a great opportunity to teach your children about giving. We will be gathering at 6:00 p.m. at the church to pack boxes. For more information on items needed and what to bring, follow this link. Please note that candy and toothpaste are no longer allowed.
 
November 17-18 – Christmas Wreath Making and Sale
Come release your own creativity by participating in the making of fresh and unique Christmas Wreaths. Wreaths will also be available for sale.
 
December 2 – Christmas Cookie Exchange and Church Decorating
Bake 2 dozen of your favorite cookies and meet at the church at 3 pm. Then exchange cookies with others for a delicious variety to enjoy later. At the same time help trim the church Christmas tree and decorate the sanctuary.
 
December 3, 10, 17, 24 – What Child is This?
You are invited to a brand new Advent and Christmas sermon series, including mini-movies to help tell the story. Five individuals wonder what it would’ve been like to have witnessed the arrival of a baby who would save the world. Each Sunday at 10:30 a.m.
 
December 8 – Christmas Movie Night
Get the popcorn ready and join us for a favorite Christmas movie at the church at 7 pm. Bring the kids and come enjoy in the Christmas cheer.
 
December 9 – Christmas Bazaar
From 10 am to 4 pm various vendors will be displaying their goods and food will be available for purchase. Come do some Christmas shopping and avoid the rush later.
 
December 16 – Living Nativity
Bring the whole family any time between 4 and 6:30 pm and come experience a live re-telling of the Christmas Story. Then have a cup of soup and some coffee and cookies and stay for a sing-a-long. For more information on the Living Nativity, please go here.
 
December 24 – Christmas Eve Service
Come celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ at 7:00 pm. A special service, inspirational message, beautiful music, and the lighting of candles.


Living Nativity

We wish to invite you to a live re-telling of the Christmas story on December 16. It is an event for the whole family and you can come anytime between 4 and 6:30 pm. You will get to meet the shepherds, Mary and Joseph, and different kinds of animals. Afterwards you can enjoy a cup of delicious soup, as well as coffee and cookies. There will also be the chance to win a fresh, beautiful, handmade Christmas wreath. And, you are welcome to stay for a festive Christmas sing-a-long to end the evening’s events. Be our special guest and experience the familiar story of Jesus’ birth in a whole new way. We look forward to welcoming you at Faith Church!
 
 


I Want to Believe, But…

It’s often difficult to believe in a God we cannot see. We wonder why God didn’t answer our prayers, why God allows suffering, or why we can’t feel His presence. God may not meet all your expectations—but that’s good news! Find out why in the series
I Want to Believe, But….
 
Over the four weeks, we will discuss four different versions of “God” that don’t exist—they’re fabrications people often want to believe about the nature of God. But when we start to put God in a box, we create our own ideas about Him and what He’s supposed to do for us.
 
 

October 8: On-Demand God – God should always do what I want and always make me happy.

October 15: Killjoy God – I’m not following all those rules.

October 22: Goosebumps God – God should make me feel a certain way.

October 29: Heartless God – God should never allow children to starve, earthquakes to kill people, or people to be born with deformities and diseases.


Class of 2017

On Sunday, August 27, Faith Church congratulated Leilani on her graduation from high school. Leilani will be attending Northeastern College in Boston, where she will be pursuing a degree in behavioral neuroscience. She was a member of the Praise Team for many years and an active participant and leader in the annual Vacation Bible School. We thank her for her years of ministry and pray that God will bless her as she embarks on a new phase of her life’s journey.


Rome VBS – Paul and the Underground Church

During the week of July 17 Faith Church bustled with life and laughter as children embarked on a journey to ancient Rome. Each evening was started with Extollo, as they praised and worship our Heavenly Father. Extollo was followed by family time as they reflected on a daily Bible Point and verse from the Bible. Then they were sent out into the city of Rome where they visited the Apostle Paul, who was under house arrest and chained to his guard, Brutus. In other parts of Rome they played games, visited shops where they made various crafts and sampled some snacks from the food shop. Then towards the end of the evening they again gathered for family time and the evening ended with another Extollo, consisting of enthusiastic singing and praising.
 
We wish to thank all our volunteers who made this an unforgettable experience for the children. As a result of your love, care, leadership and teaching, they learned that God’s love is a gift, God’s love changes us, God’s love is always with us, God’s love saves us, and that God’s love is worth sharing. We look forward to welcoming the children of our community to a new adventure next year.