Friends of Faith,

"Bless the Lord, O my soul; And all that is within me, bless His holy name."
Psalm 103:1

One of the most important things we can do as parents or grandparents is to tell our children what the Lord has done and is doing in our lives. At a very early age we should teach them that God is in control of all things. "The Lord has established His throne in the heavens; And His sovereignty rules over all." Ps.103:19.

Children, however, remember more of what they see than what they hear. Parents can enhance a child's faith in God by showing them what He is doing all around them. Things as simple as finding a lost toy or finding friends in school and church. The Lord is involved in their lives.

I have used the example of a child but remember we are God's children. The more we focus on the positive things that are happening in our lives and in our church, the greater our praise will be and the stronger our faith will grow.
We help each other grow by reminding ourselves and one another of the Lord's provision, forgiveness and lovingkindness.

Are you discouraged? Read Psalm 103 and let the Lord lift your spirit with praise and thanksgiving.

Have a blessed Thanksgiving!
Pastor Paul

"They shall eagerly utter the memory of Your abundant goodness
And will shout joyfully of Your righteousness. "
~Psalm 145:7~

PRAYER
Lord I am willing
To receive what you give,
To lack what you withhold
To relinquish what you inflict,
To be what you require. EVANGELISM/MISSIONS NEWS. . .

"Truly I say to you, to the extent that you did it to one of these brothers of Mine,
even the least of them, you did it to Me." ~ Matthew 25:40

We are again participating in OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD and encourage you to be a part of this ministry. Last year 7.9 million children received gifts in many countries throughout the world.

Our church sent about 60 boxes and we would like to submit even more this year. The collection DEADLINE IS SUNDAY NOV. 15TH so please bring your filled shoe boxes by that time. There are brochure in the narthex of the church, or See Lorraine Halverson for more information. Boxes can be left on the table in the narthex. This year you have the option to give the suggested $7.00 donation on-line instead of in the box. This allows you to track the box and see to which country it has been sent.

KENYA
We will also have an opportunity to give to the children of GLORY OF CHRIST MINISTRY in Kenya. Since it is impossible to send gifts, an offering at a later date will be taken so each child will receive a small gift. More information will be available later.

A committee has already begun planning Faith Lutheran Church's 20th anniversary on June 20th. Be looking for updates as plans go forward.

NOVEMBER 8, 2009
"Remember those in prison as if you were their fellow prisoners,
and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering."
~ Hebrews 13:3 ~

The INTERNATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER FOR THE PERSECUTED CHURCH (IDOP) is a global day of intercession for persecuted Christians worldwide. Its primary focus is the work of intercessory prayer and citizen action on behalf of persecuted communities of the Christian faith. We also encourage prayer for the souls of the oppressors, the nations that promote persecution, and those who ignore it.

We believe that prayer changes things. Exactly what happens is a mystery of faith. God invites us to present to Him our requests and to pray without ceasing. Persecuted Christians often plead for prayer to help them endure. The most we can do is the least we can do - PRAY.
If you would like learn more about the International Day of Prayer, the web site is:
http://www.persecutedchurch.org/

COMMUNITY
THANKSGIVING SERVICE
"Enter His gates with thanksgiving
And His courts with praise
Give thanks to Him, bless His name."
~ Psalm 100:4
NOVEMBER 25th
7:oo PM
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

Plan to come and enjoy a

TASTE OF CHRISTMAS
and
TRIM THE TREE

Sunday, November 29, 2009
Starting at 5:00 P.M.

Bring a dish to share and enjoy sampling the favorite and traditional dishes of Christmas
then stay to take part in Timing our
Church Christmas Tree.

Then Jesus again spoke to them, saying,
"I am the Light of the world;
he who follows Me will not walk in the darkness, but will have the Light of life."
John 8:12

FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL NEWS

". . .He will teach us His ways,
so that we may walk in His paths. . ."
Isaiah 2:3

NOVEMBER 12th
No School - Parent/Teacher Conferences
NOVEMBER 26th - 27th
No School - Thanksgiving Vacation

Our students will be part of "Mobile in Motion" this year through the Historic Holmes Theater. If you visit their lobby, look for FCS Students represented in their beautiful mobile.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED . . .
Still looking for volunteers for recess duty at 10:00 - 10:20 or 11:45 - 12:05.
Volunteer to teach a special class using your
talents, abilities or resources.

A Recipe from the kitchen of Gina Kinney . . .

BROWN SUGAR
SHORTBREAD

1 cup butter
½ cup brown sugar
2 ¼ cup flour

Cream butter and brown sugar. Add flour and stir gently. Knead on floured surface. Pat into 11x8x⅓" rectangle pan. Cut into 1 x 2" rectangles. Poke with fork. Bake at 300◦ for 25 minutes. Cool 5 minutes.

God sends no one away empty
except those who are full of themselves.
Dwight L. Moody (1837-1899)
American evangelist