FCC Sherwood

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day friends!!
If you missed the message yesterday, this is the perfect time to take a break, grab a snack and join us for “The Pioneer of Salvation” as we continue our journey through the boom of Hebrews.

Scripture Reference: Hebrews 2:1-18. Sunday sermon at First Christi...

08/30/2026

Happy Sunday friends! If you didn’t have a chance to visit a church this morning - or if you just want to be blessed twice with a good word- grab a chair and join us for “Jesus is the best!”

Scripture Reference: Hebrews 3:1-6. Sunday sermon at First Christia...

08/23/2026

Happy Sunday friends!! Miss service this morning? Grab your favorite snacks and beverage and settle in as we continue through Philippians.

Scripture References: Philippians 4:2-9, 10-23. Sunday sermon at F...

08/18/2026

E-News Corner!!
Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Sunday, August 16, 2026, sermon can be found on-line at: https://youtu.be/izCfnrBwJUU

What’s Happening:

A 12-week Psalm Bible Study starts this week and is offered to everyone. There is a daytime Study on Mondays, at 10:30 a.m.; and an evening Study on Tuesdays, at 7:00 p.m. (Signing up is not required.)

FCC did not receive any meat from the Food Bank this month and we are seeking donations of items such as:
canned chicken, beef, ham, spam, etc., any meat that is shelf-stable;
hot dogs, bologna and lunch meat. If you bring these items, please put them in the refrigerator in the fellowship hall kitchen and we will get them moved to the food pantry.
As always, all donations are greatly appreciated.

Prayer Requests:
* God’s will first. First Christian Church and its ministry to grow and build. Prayers for our country, our leaders and leaders around the world; for our Military personnel stationed near and far. For those struggling with food insecurities, homelessness, addictions, those who work in this heat and those looking for jobs; families affected by the earthquakes; travelers; school staff and students; The Van; Rolling Fork community.

Calendar Items:

Tuesday, August 18
7 p.m. Psalm Bible Study (Library)

Wednesday, August 19
No Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, August 20
9 a.m. Bulletin Deadline for Sunday
6:00 p.m. Millers Crossing POA Meeting (Chalice Hall)

Saturday, August 22
10:30 a.m. Food Pantry

Sunday, August 23
9:30 a.m. Intercessory Prayer (Library)
9:45 a.m. Seekers Sunday School (Library)
10:30 a.m. Praise Music (Sanctuary)
10:45 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary)

Scripture Reading for Sunday: Philippians 4:2-9

Seekers Class Reading for Sunday: Timothy 1:1-6; 2 Timothy 3:14-16

Monday, August 24
“Good News” Deadline – please submit September calendar items, serving schedules and news articles to the church office on or before Monday. Thank you.
10:30 a.m. Psalm Bible Study (Library)

Tuesday, August 25
7 p.m. Psalm Bible Study (Library)

Food Pantry Report: The Food Pantry was closed Saturday, August 15.

First Christian Church Mission Statement
We of First Christian Church are faithful followers of Jesus Christ. We are a loving fellowship of faith from diverse backgrounds. We strive to know God and to make God known through worship, study of scripture, prayer, stewardship, loving service and witness to the world.

Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:12-30. Sunday sermon at First C...

08/11/2026

E-News Corner!
Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Did you know? We have a YouTube channel!!
Sunday’s sermon here:
https://youtu.be/q9LAY8RZXXs

What’s Happening:

A 12-week Psalm Bible Study starts this week and is offered to everyone. There will be a daytime Study on Mondays, at 10:30 a.m.; and an evening Study on Tuesdays, at 7:00 p.m. (Signing up is not required.)

We need your help!!
FCC did not receive any meat from the Food Bank this month and we are seeking donations of items such as:
canned chicken, beef, ham, spam, etc., any meat that is shelf-stable;
hot dogs, bologna and lunch meat. If you bring these items, please put them in the refrigerator in the fellowship hall kitchen and we will get them moved to the food pantry.
As always, all donations are greatly appreciated.

Prayer Requests:
* God’s will first. First Christian Church and its ministry to grow and build. Prayers for our country, our leaders and leaders around the world; for our Military personnel stationed near and far. For those struggling with food insecurities, homelessness, addictions, those who work in this heat and those looking for jobs; travelers; school staff and students. The Van ministry and the Rolling Fork community. A home that FCC volunteers worked on in Rolling Fork is finished and a family is moving in on Wednesday, prayers for the family as they transition into their new home.

Calendar Items:

Tuesday, August 11
6 p.m. FCC Board Meeting (Fellowship Hall)
7 p.m. Psalm Bible Study (Library)

Wednesday, August 12
6 p.m. Choir Rehearsal

Thursday, August 13
9 a.m. Bulletin Deadline for Sunday

Friday and Saturday, August 14-15
Gravel being delivered and spread around Chalice Hall drive

Saturday, August 15
Food Pantry Closed

Sunday, August 16
9:30 a.m. Intercessory Prayer (Library)
9:45 a.m. Seekers Sunday School (Library)
10:30 a.m. Praise Music (Sanctuary)
10:45 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary)

Scripture Reading for Sunday: Philippians 1:12-30; 2:19-30; 3:1-4:1

Seekers Class Reading for Sunday: Acts 22:3-15

Monday, August 17
10:30 a.m. Psalm Bible Study (Library)

Tuesday, August 18
7 p.m. Psalm Bible Study (Library)

Food Pantry Report: The Food Pantry fed 24 families Saturday, August 8.

First Christian Church Mission Statement
We of First Christian Church are faithful followers of Jesus Christ. We are a loving fellowship of faith from diverse backgrounds. We strive to know God and to make God known through worship, study of scripture, prayer, stewardship, loving service and witness to the world.

Scripture References: Philippians 1:1-11, 2:2-11. Sunday sermon at ...

08/09/2026

We start a new series today as Pastor Karen leads us in The Way of Jesus. Grab your Bible, your favorite snack and drink and join us!

Scripture References: Philippians 1:1-11, 2:2-11. Sunday sermon at ...

07/21/2026

Join us For Such A Time As This - the continuation of our journey through the book of Esther. Miss a week? You can catch up on our YouTube channel!

Scripture Reference: Esther 4:1 - 5:8. Sunday sermon at First Chris...

07/13/2026

Grab a snack and your favorite beverage and join us as we continue our journey through the book of Esther with “On the King’s Threshold”.

https://youtu.be/PWnfCW8GTJ0?is=4w_gGRGmiX2CVXiB

Scripture Reference: Esther 2:19-3:15. Sunday sermon at First Chris...

07/06/2026

Special delivery from our friends at Sylvan Hills United Methodist Church. 248 pounds of love! We are so thankful for you!

07/05/2026

Hey friends! We continued our series on Esther this morning with “Hadassah”. Who’s that you ask? Grab your favorite beverage and snack and follow the link!

https://youtu.be/TKVi3OfvbA0?is=hr41hbEFinVauM28

(And while you’re there- subscribe! Then you’ll know every time we have a new video!)

Scripture Reference: Esther 2:1-4. Sunday sermon at First Christian...