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Join us on Sunday morning at 9:30 and 11 AM at North Olmsted, 11 AM at Elyria,

WELCOME TO FRIENDS!

 
 
 

 
 

CONNECT CARD

 
 
 

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CALENDAR

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Welcome! Please let us know you were visiting by using the online “Connect Card.” When you join us in person, please stop by our Welcome Center located in the Atrium to find out how you can get further connected in ministry at Friends.

Pray for our Missionaries:

 
Ruthanne & Nick Chadd – Josiah Venture
Danny Deloach – Papua New Guinea
M’Tambo Family/Maraan Academy – Malawi
Briggs & Jen Schuett – Slavic Village, Cle
David & Courtney
Those serving in sensitive areas

CURRENT GIVING

 
General Budget 2024 (N. Olmsted)
$ 842,49.89
General Offerings 2024 (N. Olmsted)
$ 864,400.31
Generations of Faith Commitments
$ 1,060,973.56
Generations of Faith Giving 
$ 806,063.57


UPCOMING EVENTS

 
 
SERMON DISCUSSION GROUP // Sundays @ 11 am, Conference Room // Join your friends at 11 am today to further discuss the morning’s message from Pastor Geoff. Mark Brewster and TJ Klima will lead the conversation.
 
PICKLEBALL IN THE NEW YEAR // Fridays @ 6pm & Sundays @ 5 pm, FLC // You are invited to join us for pickleball this winter. All abilities are welcome. For more information contact pastorrich@noefc.org.
 
MEN’S BREAKFAST // Saturdays @ 8 am, Conference Room // Gather for breakfast, fellowship, and Bible study from the book of Acts with videos from leaders around the world inspiring us to lead as servants, overcome opposition, face persecution with boldness, and reframe your workplace as your mission field. Info: Gene Kushner, kushnergene@gmail.com.
 
LIFE SCREENING // Monday, Jan. 13, FLC // Get screened for stroke and heart
disease risk conveniently and affordably. Morning appointments are available. Register at lifelinescreening.com by choosing Screening Services > Find a Location. 
 
SILVER FRIENDS LUNCH & MOVIE // Thursday, Jan. 23 @ 11:30 am, FLC // Seniors,
bring your own lunch as we watch The Samuel Project. Drinks, desserts, and popcorn provided. RSVP: “SF” on your Connect Card, or 440-779-9484 by noon Tuesday, Jan. 21. 
 
ATTENTION SINGERS: EASTER CHOIR // Wednesdays starting Feb. 5 @ 7-8:30 pm // The choir will be singing for our Good Friday and Easter Services. Sign up in the Atrium with Choir Director Judy Crandall after service today. No previous experience necessary— all are welcome! 
 
SUPPERS FOR SIX // Looking for a way to get to know others in the congregation better? Sign up for suppers with a partner (friend, family anyone!); three pairs of people will be grouped together for dinner one Friday a month from February-April. For more info and to sign up, see Michelle Mader at the table in the Attrium, or michelle_mader@sbcglobal.net.
 
WEATHER CANCELLATION NOTICES // If it is necessary for us to adjust our schedule due to weather, we will provide notice by email, text message, and the church website at noefc.org. Make sure we have your contact information by completing your Connect Card! Text messages also require opt-in; if you haven’t done so, text YES to 87447.
 
WINTER WEDNESDAY NIGHTS // Wednesdays starting Jan. 8 //
— Family Fellowship Meal @ 6–6:30 pm, FLC ~ All are invited! Sign up on your Connect Card. Suggested donation each week: $7/person, max $20/family.
— Kids Clubs @ 6:30–7:30 pm, Kids Wing ~ Ages Birth–5th Grade
— Youth Group @ 6:30–8 pm, Upper Room ~ Grades 6–12
— Adult Class: Practicing the Way @ 6:30–7:30 pm ~ This introduction to spiritual formation is accessible to both beginners and lifelong followers of Jesus. We are constantly being formed by the world around us; to be formed by Jesus we must become His apprentice.