First Presbyterian Church of Orlando January 2010

Seeking. Sharing. Serving...All to the Glory of God

Seeking
God’s Plan
for True
Community
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ON THE WAY
WITH DR. DAVID D. SWANSON
“Come, let us bow down in worship, let us kneel
before the Lord, Our Maker...”
WORSHIP (ˈwər-shəp) What a powerful, often misun-
derstood word. It is a source of great joy and comfort in the
church. It is the core task of any church’s life and ministry. It
unites, comforts, and heals, yet, at the same time, it can be
a source of conflict, division, and separation. It is often the
centerpiece of conversation among Christ-followers. So, at
First Presbyterian Church, how do we understand the call of
God to worship?
Let’s look at a basic definition. What is worship? It is defined
in Webster this way:
“The reverent love and devotion accorded a deity, an idol,
or a sacred object; the ceremonies, prayers, or other religious
forms by which this love is expressed; ardent devotion; adora-
tion.”
Worship is the love and devotion of our hearts expressed to
the Lord. In the Presbyterian Church’s Directory for Worship,
W-1.1001, it is defined this way:
“Christian worship joyfully ascribes all praise and honor,
glory and power to the triune God. In worship, the people of
God acknowledge God present in the world and in their lives.
As they respond to God’s claim and redemptive action in Je-
sus Christ, believers are transformed and renewed. In wor-
ship, the faithful offer themselves to God and are equipped
for God’s service in the world.”
I don’t know about you, but that sounds like a pretty good
way to spend my time. I am going to be in God’s presence.
I am going to become more fully aware of God’s work in my
life. I am going to be given the opportunity to respond to
that work and to the saving grace offered me in Jesus Christ.
I am going to be transformed and renewed by that grace and
love. And I am going to be equipped to serve God in the
world, which is actually what fills my life with a transcendent
purpose and meaning. This is the heart of my life. This is
where I find my center, the ground of my being. It is like air
and water to my physical body. It is the air and water of the
Christian community, the Body of Christ.
Given this truth, it is all the more amazing how so many
choose to live without it. I spoke not long ago about George
Barna’s survey which revealed that time was the most pre-
cious commodity in our lives. As such, we are more and more
reluctant to give it up, even to spend an hour (or even 70
whole minutes) in worship. It is yet another indication of how
individually focused our culture has become. At one time,
Sunday morning was held as a sacred time to honor the Lord
as the Creator and giver of all life, but no longer. At one time,
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Psalm 95:6
“average” church goers at-
tended worship 40 to 45
weeks a year, but no more.
The “average” churchgoer
now attends 20 to 25 weeks a year. For most, Sunday is a
day for them – a day in which they can focus all their energy
on what is important to them. And then when they struggle,
they wonder why. They are missing what is core to their be-
ing.
This is where The Church must speak with a clear voice.
Worship is where the church regains her center and life. It
is where she discovers vitality and energy and purpose. It
is where, having lived in the world for six days, we discover
again that we are not in control, that there is a larger, grander
purpose for our lives, and that we are not the center of the
universe. Without it, we melt into the form of those around
us: frantic, selfish, and materialistic. With it, we see ourselves
and others in and through the eyes of Christ. Without it, we
climb. With it, we rest. Without it, we boast. With it, we
serve.
To be sure, worship is not merely what we do on Sunday
morning. It is the complete expression of our lives. The way
we live is an offering we give to the Lord. It is an act of wor-
ship. Further, worship can take on many forms and styles,
some of which may be to our liking and others may not. Re-
gardless, the church’s call is to lead her people into the pres-
ence of God for the purpose of worship, and at First Presbyte-
rian Church, we seek to do that faithfully, and with excellence,
each week.
In 2010, as we embark on a year of reading Scripture to-
gether and discussing it each Sunday, I pray that we will re-
claim worship as the core part of our life together. I pray
that God will fill our hearts with a desire to be here – to be
together. I pray that God would break us free from the mold
of our culture and allow us to again reclaim a time each week
when we get beyond self – and offer ourselves to the Lord. I
believe if you will do that – if we will do that – God will trans-
form this community into something far beyond even what we
could hope for or imagine. We will truly be His people.
Come, let us worship the Lord.
Grace and peace,
David
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12 Red-Faced Moment
World renown speaker, Dr. Tony Campolo, is coming to FPCO on
January 16.
15 Grace & Guts: What It Takes to Forgive
Speaker and author, Barbara Francis, directs us to the source.
IN THIS ISSUE:
8 Dr. Swanson’s Top 15 Movies
9 Crown Financial Ministries
10 The Well to Launch in
Orlando
16 Reality Sunday Update
17 Heart of The City Foundation
website or its Columns publication
18 Fitness @ First
19 Always Be Ready
20 News & Notices
22 The Christ School
23 Children’s Music Ministry
24 The 2010 Chili Cook-Off
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hospitalized. If you know someone
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notify the Pastoral Care office at
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 “LIFERS”
W e all lead productive and busy lives, with many daily
activities vying for our attention. When a new opportu-
nity comes along, whether it is positive, redeeming, and even
God-honoring, we often sense that little voice in our heads
chiming in: “How Can I Commit To One MORE Thing?!”.
On January 24, FPCO will embark on one of the most ex-
citing community building efforts in its history when the LIFE
Community Sign-ups for 2010 begin. Many of us are intrigued
and would like to make the commitment, but also have hesita-
tion founded on reasons that vary as much as the complexity
of each of our lives. When weighing the cost invested versus
the benefit, we must look at the bottom line: What will God
accomplish in our lives through a LIFE Community?
We look to some of the existing LIFE Community partici-
pants for some answers as we process our own decision. Af-
fectionately calling each other “Lifers”, these individuals are
passionate about God’s transformational power, enabled
through their LIFE Community:
Sarah Mattheus: Age 23/Single
TM: What were your hesitations about joining a LIFE Community?
Sarah: I was hesitant because I knew that I would be way
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Share About God’s Plan
For True Community
By Todd McLennan, Director of Communications
younger and the only single person. I didn’t feel that I’d have
much to bring to the group. I was scared that I’d be a less-
er member of the group because of my youth and inexperi-
ence. I also worried that my home was too small and not clean
enough to be comfortable and to have the group over.
TM: How did your LIFE Community experience change those
perceptions?
Sarah: I got involved very quickly, but it wasn’t until about two
to three weeks of being in the group that I realized that I had
plenty to bring. One of the couples explained to me that I re-
ally do have enough to offer and that my home wasn’t what it
was about. I found out that when they came to my home it was
a blast: they let me be myself!
I had to pull out camping chairs to sit on - we laughed a lot
about that. They taught me that it was okay to be young, and
where I lack experience, they taught me and loved me through
it. They said for them it was great to remember the fun they
had in college by being with me - kind of nostalgic.
TM: What are some specific ways God has blessed your life
through this LIFE Community?
Sarah: A big one for me being single and away from my family:
I felt somewhat alone when I got here to Orlando. LIFE Com-
munity gave me a “built-in” family to pour into my LIFE and
for me to pour into theirs. I got to be part of their children’s
lives, like I’m “Aunt Sarah”. I benefitted from parental figures
when I needed help. It’s the greatest feeling knowing you can
go into church and sit with people that you really care about,
and kind of be part of their family. Another big benefit is that
I learned that I did have something to bring to the table and I
had experiences that they didn’t have. They called those gifts
out of me, and I really feel like an equal member. One time
I asked an older member of my group a tough question and
where his heart was at. He said he would have never thought
that deeply about what his true heart was, and he responded
to my challenge.
TM: If you ask one question of the people who are weighing
in on this decision, what would it be?
Sarah: Question of yourself, “Is there a place in your LIFE that
you can be completely yourself and be completely accepted
and loved by your friends? Whether I’m grumpy, tired, happy,
joyful, etc, they love me where I am, admonish me where I am,
and want to be part of my growth. It’s a place where people
come as they really are.
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Jimbo and Barbara Speer: Age 30’s - 2 Children-
Sam, Age 2, Brooke, 4 months
TM: What were your hesitations about joining a LIFE Community?
Jimbo: We really did not have any hesitations about the idea
of a LIFE Community; we were more concerned about the
time. Barbara was pregnant at the time and it was not the best
timing. We prayerfully considered it before joining. We highly
value our quality family time. This is the one thing we commit-
ted to do in the evening.
Barbara: Not only was it a time commitment for us, but James’
parents had to commit to babysitting every Wednesday. In the
beginning it might have been something we felt we had to
do…now we look forward to it every Wednesday night: it’s a
small sacrifice. When you’re married with kids its easier to say
“no”. But then you end up alone in your silo and don’t have
real community. We had been in small groups before and ex-
perienced the benefits. We thought it might be hard for this
church to do it. Most people say “It’s not a good time for us,
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we’re busy. If we all sat back and said that, then it’s not going
to work. They are not taking the leap of faith that it can work.
Jimbo: I grew up in small groups - 5 or 6 families that my par-
ents would meet with regularly. Those families and kids are
so close that we still have traditions that we get together for
every year. They are 30-40 years older than me and I still go
to them for advice. I’ve experienced the long term benefits
of this.
TM: How has this experience been different than a typical
“study group”?
Barbara: Many people are used to groups doing an 8-12 week
study and then “off you go” and barely see each other again.
Life Community is different. Marrying someone who grew up
this way, I had never experienced anything like it. Everyone
looks so pretty on Sunday; I thought I was the only one who
didn’t have it together. But sharing our life stories from birth
was amazing; we realized that we all had been through various
trials. You grow close so fast; it deepens you as a person. I saw
what God had done in people’s brokenness. They were up to
their eyeballs in muck and God just pulled them out of it.
Jimbo: We have benefitted from relationships with people we
didn’t know instead of just people we already know. The cross-
generational thing has been a huge blessing - caring about
people in different stages in life. In our group we range from
22-72 years old. It’s amazing.
TM: What are some specific ways God has blessed your life
through this LIFE Community?
Barbara: I have wonderful examples of wives and mothers
to help me face my challenges. It has greatly strengthened
my relationship with Christ: His love has worked through our
group. I wish I could know everyone’s story - you feel close,
you want to hug them. Normally it takes years to become so
close. Just being together we feel God’s presence every week:
we’re deep in prayer and God’s Word. We feel God’s love. We
just have a great time.
TM: If you say one thing to the people who are weighing in
on this decision, what would it be?
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 Barbara: I would say to people, “This is what Christ intended
church to be, so it’s worth every sacrifice you have to make. I
wish everyone could experience how good and important this
is. Church is not just coming on Sunday, it’s really being there
for each other.
Jimbo: If you were a friend of mine I’d say that you have to do
it, and if you don’t like it you can quit. It works.
Cleat and Rhonda Simmons: Married - Age 50’s/60’s
TM: What were your hesitations about joining a LIFE Com-
munity?
Rhonda: I’m not much of a “joiner”. We had done 40 Days of
Purpose and another prayer study- but it was showing up for a
few weeks and then I never saw those people again. I thought
“Why do I want to put myself out there one more time?”
It was a commitment for one year, which was a big step. I
thought about it and thought - OK I’ll give it a shot…and I’m
glad I did!
Cleat: It is something we can do together. We serve at Jobs
Partnership together. It was a benefit that this was one more
night that we could be together. The decision was both of us
or neither of us.
TM: How did the group take shape at first?
Rhonda: We had a shaky start. First we had five couples and
then one moved to California, one moved to Ohio, and we
were left with three. I guess you could say “odd” couples, be-
cause we are so different. One couple is the polar opposite of
us, more liberal. It’s interesting to see how we came together
in the way we have cared about each member of the group,
enjoying them just the way they are.
Cleat: They are very sweet couples, yet there is not a snow-
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ball’s chance that these three couples would have come to-
gether the normal ways. Yet now we are very close.
Rhonda: I’m a meat and potatoes girl and this helped us eat a
little dessert (laughs).
TM: Can you share something that happened in your LIFE
Community that affected you in a personal way?
Rhonda: I don’t like to sit around and talk about feelings -
I wasn’t raised that way. One night one of the women had
challenged me on some things and wanted to discuss some
feelings about it. I thought, “This is going to be a crummy
evening”. But it turned out great and we straightened it all
out. This experience has been real, every bit of it.
Cleat: The thing that blew me away was when Rhonda shared
her life story. I saw her in a way I didn’t know before, it was a
real eye opener. It’s been fun to see other people gain the ap-
preciation for Rhonda that validates the high opinion I always
have had for her.
TM: What are some specific ways God has blessed your life
through this LIFE Community?
Rhonda: The willingness to pray for each other has been great.
Some of us were not comfortable praying out loud. People say
all the time, “I’ll pray for you”, but do they really pray? In our
LIFE Community, to have them hold your hand and to listen to
them pray for you is very powerful.
Cleat: I’ve enjoyed getting to know people who are different
than I am. We tend to be with a homogenous group of friends
to some extent. Now we’ve been in fellowship for one year
and it’s been a blessing to get to know people who are not
like me.
TM: If you say one thing to the people who are weighing in
on this decision, what would it be?
Rhonda: I love the new addition of close friends. Before I could
count them on one hand, now I have many. When I see them
at church instead of just a “Hi”, now I get a big hug. I really
enjoy that closeness. I also like the idea of community right
where you live - it‘s easier to travel. I know if I need to meet
with my friends, they are close by. That’s tough in a big church.
Cleat: In our lives we always run into things that involve mak-
ing decisions, this is just a decision…but it’s a decision that is
a life changing one. I don’t know of any downside of joining
a LIFE community, but I know a lot of things you would miss
if you don’t join. If you invest your life in people, there is a
reward. You give up some time, you get immeasurable bless-
ings.
LIFE Communities Launch on January 24 – register now
at www.fpco/lifeform or stop by the Cup of LIFE Cafe on
Sundays under the Angel Wing. On January 24 there will be
church-wide sign-ups under the Angel Wing. For more infor-
mation, contact Sarah Mattheus at smattheus@fpco.org or
Kent Sterchi at ksterchi@fpco.org.
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 ’s
Dr . S w a n s on After Dr. Swanson mentioned his

5 M O V I E S
TOP 1
“Top Five Movies” in a recent
sermon, people asked for the list,
so here are his top five, plus the
next ten! A note or two on each
movie is included….

1. Last of the Mohicans 9. Field of Dreams

(A bit violent at times, but it has images of the Trin- (Probably not going to make any list of the greatest
ity, as well as strong Christ imagery at the end) films of all time, but its concluding scene of father/
son reconciliation has important implications for all
2. A River Runs Through It of us.)
(It’s about a Presbyterian minister and his two sons –
how could this not be in my top five?) 10. Glory
3. Gran Torino 11. Philadelphia
(Language is rough, but probably the best cross/
redeemer image I have ever seen) 12. Saving Private Ryan
4. Legends of the Fall 13. Gladiator
(It is a powerful illustration of the consequences of
sin left unchecked)
14. Braveheart

5. Family Man 15. Good Will Hunting

(A Christmas movie, but a wonderful tale about the
importance of family vs. the lure of materialism)

6. The Lord of the Rings Trilogy

7. Hoosiers
(I have to have a basketball
movie somewhere
on the list!)

8. We Were Soldiers

(Again, a bit violent but
strong lessons on leadership)

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 A Winter Class Offering for the Crown Ministry Study!
By Lori Needham, Prayer and Spiritual Formation Ministry
I n an effort to continue to provide adult educational
opportunities throughout the year and because staff
is committed to teaching the Christian principles of the
Crown Ministry study, we are pleased to let you know a
winter study series is planned.
Mark your calendars for January 24 to attend this se-
ries and register now at www.fpco.org/register. The
Crown Ministry study offers a solid foundation on Bib-
lical stewardship. While this series deals with Biblical
financial principles, it is about much more than that. It
is about the life given us as believers in Christ, that ev-
erything we possess comes from Him and while we are
to be good stewards of these blessings, it’s also about
entrustment – a responsibility to commit to one another
with confidence that we are managing our life and pos-
sessions to glorify Him.
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Stewardship can mean many things to many people.
Webster’s Dictionary defines stewardship as “the indi-
vidual’s responsibility to manage his life and property
with proper regards to the rights of others.” Imagine
that! Managing life and property. The resource that
provides this written direction is the Bible.
Based on this definition, stewardship is the proper
and orderly way we possess and distribute our financial
wealth as well as the care and management of our time,
gifts and talents provided by God to serve Him and
others.
Starting a brand new year is a great way to place order
in our life. Sunday afternoon classes begin January 24
and conclude March 28. This is a ten week study de-
signed for small groups. We will meet on campus from
4:30–6:30pm on Sundays. Individual study kits are $45
and a couple kit is $55. The life applications gained from
this study and the transformation it can make in your
household – priceless!
Plan to attend the Orientation on a date to be
determined. This is a time to meet with your group
facilitator, meet other participants in your group,
and to pick up your study materials. Because
there is some preparation required before your
first class on January 24, you will have time to
read a brief book, “Your Money Counts.”
Child care for infants through age 4 will
be provided with a reservation. Children
age 5 and above can participate in the
Children’s Ministry programs that begin
the following week, January 31.
If you have questions or need addi-
tional details, contact Lori Needham at
407.423.3441 x1463 or lneedham@
fpco.org.
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 The Well
to Launch in Orlando
E piphany is the time of year when the good news of Jesus
Christ returns with the magi and word begins to spread –
and celebrated! This also makes it the perfect season to wit-
ness the continued launch of a new media ministry featuring
Dr. David Swanson called The Well (drinkfromthewell.com).
Launching in four geographic areas, The Well is a unique web-
based initiative that will combine creatively produced televi-
sion, Facebook, Twitter, and other similar communication me-
diums to virally spread the hope of the Gospel. Dr. Swanson
will help fill a growing void in television ministry for a vibrantly
biblical, orthodox voice.
Is this a ministry outreach of First Presbyterian Church?
This new media ministry is separate from First Presbyterian
by design. It has its own board of directors and is a separate
501-C3 organization. This structure allows the ministry to at-
tract support from donors and foundations outside of Orlan-
do. The Session of FPCO has endorsed The Well as an evan-
gelism outreach and sees the potential benefits of increased
membership through its outreach. We recognize that God has
uniquely gifted Dr. Swanson with an extraordinary ability to
communicate God’s Word. The vision of The Well is to extend
the message to as many as possible here in Central Florida
and beyond.
What are the benefits of The Well to First Presbyterian
Church?
The benefits are many. Dr. Swanson will touch far more people
with the message of God’s love and grace. We will again be
on-air in Orlando with a message from our pastor. First Presby-
terian will see the benefit of new growth and outreach without
the burden of its cost.
How is this different from our First Presbyterian sermon
offering on the website?
The Well will be offered initially in 4 markets, Orlando, Ft. My-
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ers, Chattanooga, and Dallas. By using this multi-media ap-
proach and the name, The Well, the ministry is poised to at-
tract those who are seeking answers to understand who God
is. The use of new media and the social networking sites also
provide different channels to attract new believers. The First
Presbyterian web-site will continue to attract those who come
with a specific interest in our church.
Will this effort be funded by First Presbyterian Church?
The Well has received underwriting support from individual
donors in the four markets where the show will be broadcast.
In addition, viewers will be given an opportunity to make a
donation to sustain the broadcast. The Well is not part of the
First Presbyterian Church budget.
Will The Well have an impact on Dr. Swanson’s commit-
ment to First Presbyterian?
Dr. Swanson’s commitment to First Presbyterian Church is un-
changed. The weekly message which will be taped for The
Well is the same message which he will prepare each week
for our First Presbyterian family and therefore, will require
minimal time on his part. He is excited about the potential of
drawing new visitors and subsequent new members to First
Presbyterian through The Well broadcast.
Learn more at www.drinkfromthewell.com
Join the conversation at www.twitter.com/thewelltv
Become a fan of The-Well at facebook.com/thewelltv
vimeo.com/thewelltv
 Register
Now!

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 T ony Campolo is known for his passionate, direct delivery style. I
first heard Dr. Campolo as a teenager at “Fun in the Son,” that

Red-Faced wonderful beach conference for students that First Presbyterian’s stu-
dent ministry still attends each summer. It was a hot, summer evening
in Panama City, Florida. Fun in the Son that year set up a circus-sized

Moment tent in the parking lot of a hotel where we had all of our sessions and
worship. Can we say, “Hot? Humid?”. It was stifling, and yet the Holy
Spirit worked powerfully through that week in my life and many oth-
By Dr. Case Thorp ers. I have run across so many others my age who were in that same
Associate Pastor for Mission and Evangelism tent in Panama City who are now walking with Jesus; my financial advi-
sor for one! Current FPCO elder Freddie Langston worked his musical
magic that year for us. Who, other than God, knew that one day we’d
be serving here together?

Tony Campolo’s delivery style is intense. His brow begins to furrow;

his eyes close tightly; he raises his hands in the air, waving them up
and down. Sweat pours down as he conveys his powerful illustrations
and theological points with his expressions.  Combine his unique com-
munication style with the heat of that tent; the poor man was practi-
cally dehydrated!  And, oh, the illustrations! Many who have heard him
speak or read his books will never forget the story of the birthday par-
ty for child prostitutes, or the jet-liners of people that crash each day:
symbolizing the number of those that die each day due to a pandemic
of some sort. In fact, many of his illustrations will build sympathy in the
hearts of his listeners, because he has built up the antagonist as such a
puffy-headed, self-righteous twit you can’t help but join him in praise
when he tells about the compassionate love of Jesus Christ overriding
them. The man can communicate!

I left that conference with a unique conviction in my heart that actu-

ally fed my call to First Presbyterian Church almost five years ago as
the Mission pastor. Tony Campolo represented a wing of the church
that stood for social justice and compassion in a manner I had not
experienced in my suburban Atlanta church. Most of the students at
Fun in the Son that year were cut from the same cloth as me, and
Tony knew it. He purposefully spoke a hard word in to our privileged
lives, to have us consider the plight of the third world, the struggles
of urban communities, and the notion of uncompromising, commit-
ted service to others. Yet, he does not leave you with a guilt-trip or
point an accusatory finger. He does not advocate a particular politi-
cal party or even political solution. Tony Campolo looks to Je-
sus and the Christian faith, asking the prophetic questions
concerning our calling by Christ to the least of these
among us. Tony has found an audience

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 in many sectors of the Christian church, across many de- He stops, looks at
nominations, because he is such a creative communica- me with that fur-
tor that speaks with an authentic voice. rowed brow, and in
his thick, Philly ac-
When God was in the process of calling me to serve cent says, “Can I just
at First Presbyterian Church, I was moved and impressed get a sandwich?”
by a church body that seemingly moved beyond most
left/right debates in our denomination and country. In that moment,
I would pray to God, “Here is a church that is as pas- that red-faced mo-
sionate about its work among the homeless as it is for ment, I realized, I’m
doctrinal truth! Here is a church with a commitment to the antagonistic twit!
urban communities and global mission as it is preaching I may end up being
salvation and teaching the Bible.” Tony showed me a his next illustration! I
third way was possible; our church, in my view, is an ex- can hear it now, “So
ample that embracing both aspects of the Gospel, both I was at Princeton
in Word and deed, is indeed possible. to speak, and this
little twerp in a bow
My red-faced moment with Tony Campolo came many tie comes up…”Dr.
years after those hot evenings in Panama City. I was in Campolo, what do
charge of an evangelical speakers’ bureau at Princeton you think…” Thank-
Theological Seminary that brought in key voices from fully, I’ve never
the universal Church to speak to the students. We decid- heard that story or
ed to invite Dr. Campolo to be with us, just a short drive read it in one of his books.
up the New Jersey Turnpike from where he teaches at
Eastern University. I met him outside the student center The bow ties remain, but I’m thankful for serving
in order to grab a quick bite of lunch in the cafeteria be- alongside of you in this community and abroad. Many
fore rushing over to the speaking engagement. I loved of you and many of the beautiful guests we serve have
serving in this role because it meant I would usually get helped me to see our world, our God, in a different light.
a little time with a very important theological mind by I know of few other churches that pursue the whole Gos-
myself. I thought deeply about what I wanted to ask, pel in such an excellent manner. Even while I may not
how I wanted to ask it, what I would hope to hear from agree with all of Tony Campolo’s positions, he certainly
an important church leader that I could store away in my makes me think, dig deep in my convictions, and almost
heart forever. always I find some, if not much, of what he says to be true.
I invite you to join me as we welcome Dr. Campolo to
Picture it: Princeton Seminary, me (young, eager, and our campus this January, hearing what he has to say and
green), a bow-tie, sport-coat, student center, busy caf- discussing its implication for our lives and faith.
eteria. I’m there to meet Dr. Tony Campolo: prophet,
college professor, prolific writer, argumentative voice to Who: Tony Campolo
those in power, spokesman for the little guy. We meet
outside and, as you can imagine, I’m nervous, excited, What: “Red Letter Christians”
full of questions. We meet and rush inside for a meal.
As we enter the cafeteria to face the abundant food
When: Saturday, January 16 at 7:00 pm
choices, perhaps ridiculously abundant compared to the Where: Sanctuary
urban environs in which Tony so often ministers, my ea-
gerness got the best of me and I popped off my first Cost: $10
question for fear of losing my private time before having
Register: www.fpco.org/register
to share him with the seminary. As I had crafted the night
before in my dorm room, right in front of the cold salad
I asked, “So, Dr. Campolo, in what way do you see the Register Now! First 50 online
divide in the mainline church between evangelicals and registrants get a free copy
progressives being united and is a third way possible?” of Red Letter Christians!

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The summons to live as forgiven and forgiving children
is radically inclusive. The demands for forgiveness are so
daunting that they seem humanly impossible. The exi-
gencies of forgiveness are simply beyond the capacity
of ungraced human will. Only reckless confidence in a
Source greater than ourselves can empower us to forgive
the wounds inflicted by others. In boundary moments
such as these there is only one place to go—Calvary.
—Brennan Manning
W hen I was speaking at a women’s retreat in Pennsyl-
vania, a young woman I’ll call Connie approached
me, asking if we could talk. We made our way to a private
spot, and she tearfully unloaded her burden. It seems
that her husband was hopelessly addicted to pornogra-
phy and as a result had met a woman in an internet chat
room. One tragic mistake had led to another, and they
had eventually met and slept together.
All this had come to light just days before the gather-
ing. Connie’s husband, a Christian, filled with guilt and
remorse, had confessed the whole sordid affair to her
and begged her not to leave him. She was unable to
sleep, unable to eat, but mostly unable to forgive. She
was hurt and wanted to hurt him back. But the Spirit of
God was softening her wounded heart. Overcome with
the fact that she must forgive, she asked me what she
should do next. Together, we went to our Source—we
went to Calvary.
While hanging on the cross, covered with the spit of
his accusers, Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they
do not know what they are doing” (Luke 23:34). The
apostle Peter, in his first epistle, tells us what was go-
ing on in Jesus’ heart while he was saying these words:
“When they hurled their insults at him, he did not re-
taliate; when he suffered, he made no threats. Instead,
he entrusted himself to him who judges justly” (1 Peter
2:23). All who seek to forgive the unforgivable must lean
deeply into the heart and words of the Sinless One. Jesus
did not fight back. He did not look for a way to get even.
He forgave and trusted God to do the judging.
The implications of Calvary are found in Ephesians
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By Barbara Francis, Member
4:32: “Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiv-
ing each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” Bot-
tom line—we forgive because we have been forgiven.
We will always live with the consequences of another’s
sin whether we want to or not. The question is will we
live in the freedom of forgiveness or in the bondage of
unforgiveness? Only as God gives us grace and guts can
we extend forgiveness to one who has broken our heart
and damaged our trust.
So what’s your story? What faces pop up in your mind
as you read this? What’s happened to you that’s been
hard, even impossible, to forgive…parents who rejected
you, a child who has run away, a violent crime against you
or against a loved one, your own personal failures that
haunt you constantly? Embracing and extending forgive-
ness are not for the faint of heart. Hold tightly to the nail-
pierced hand; remember the love, sacrifice, and humility
of Calvary; and ask him to empower you to forgive.
You can purchase a copy of my latest book, Grace and
Guts: What It Takes to Forgive, or listen to me reading
portions of it at my blog site: www.graceandguts.net .
You can also blog your thoughts on this article. I’d love
to hear from you.
Barbara Francis, a gifted speaker, teacher and author of-
fers her newest book for sale through Women’s Ministry,
Amazon.com, or her website, www.graceandguts.net. This
book is $13.99.
Barbara will once again be a featured teacher for the
next installment of The Amazing Collection study series.
Women’s Ministry begins The Poetical Books in January.
Registration is underway via the church website or you can
pick up a registration form in the lobby of the Edington
Ministry Center.
Questions about purchasing the book or the upcoming
bible study? Contact Lori Needham at 407.423.3441 x1463
or lneedham@fpco.org.
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 At time of printing, $44,772 has been collected for
our first Reality Sunday special offering benefiting the
work of First Presbyterian’s five urban ministries. Praise
God! So many of you are part of the story and for that
your Mission Ministry leadership is truly thankful. This
work has already enabled 34 Jobs Partnership gradu-
ates to receive $50 in gas cards or bus passes. When
presented by the Mission elder, Charlie Sternberg, the
rejoicing by the students was profound. More informa-
tion, including up to date totals and full-length videos
can be found at www.fpco.org/realitysunday.

Your Gifts Helped Provide

40 Scholarships to Kids Across America Camp for
teens in the After-School Outreach Ministry

80 Gas Cards or 2-month Bus Passes for Jobs Part-

nership students

12 Sets of dentures to Compassion Corner

24 Pairs of glasses to Compassion Corner

48 Prescriptions to Compassion Corner

400 Bible study packets

FPCO Jail Ministry
for inmates through the

52 Weeks of Tuition Assistance for families placing

their children in the Infant Child Care Center
Prepare your hearts for the next Reality Sunday,
February 28, 2010!
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 But there’s more to the story...
God Worked Through the Heart of the City
Foundation to Double the Impact

A n anonymous donor did not want to miss being part

of the story. Inspired by Reality Sunday and the work
of God’s mission through FPCO, the donor pledged a do-
nation to the HOCF’s Mission Endowment Fund equal in
amount to the FPCO congregational gifts received from
Reality Sunday, up to $44,772. In light of this pledge, the
donor challenged the HOCF Board to consider a mission
grant to FPCO as a gesture of support by HOCF of the
FPCO mission efforts. The Board accepted the challenge,
met the grant, and through the stewardship challenge of
a faithful donor doubled the impact by generating an ad-
ditional $44,772 for the Urban Ministries of FPCO. For
more information on the HOCF’s endowed funds and
ways to spark challenge grants, contact Amy Bishop at
407.423.3441 x1484 or abishop@fpco.org.

Upcoming HOCF Events

• HOCF honors Chesley Magruder: Join the Yowell Sunday

School Class and friends of Mr. Magruder as we honor
his legacy on Sunday, January 17 at 9:45am in the Refor-
mation Chapel

• Financial Advisor Luncheon January 28, 2010: Annual

HOCF luncheon for experts in the finance and estate
planning realm, featuring Jim Seneff as the guest speaker
on Thursday, January 28, 11:45am-1:30pm in Lee Fel-
lowship Hall

• Estate Planning Event – Mark your calendars for February

Double the
27, 9:30-11:00am in the Edington Ministry Center

• Young at Heart - HOCF hosts the Young at Heart

Celebration on Friday, March 5 at the church
Blessings
$44,772 + $44,772 = $89, 544
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 Building strong bodies, minds and
souls for the glory of God
By Alice Fortunato, Director of Recreation Ministry

Start your New Year building a strong body, mind, and soul for the glory of God! If you are looking for a place
to start, try a free visit or class right here at Fitness@First! We offer noontime classes and basketball, evening
classes. If you’re an early bird we open at 6am with AM Basketball Wed/Fri from 6-7am! Come and work off what
the holiday season put on! We have a great group of people from church and the downtown community, all skill
levels, ages, and walks of life! Try it, you may like it!

Health Tip: According to Dr. Casler, FPCO member, 9 servings of fresh fruit or vegetables daily should be your
goal! Provides great nutrition too!

Cardiovascular Equipment Room • Strength Training Equipment Room • Cycling Room

Courtesy Towels • Indoor Reguation Basketball Court • Group Exercise Classes

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with Gisselle with Thomas with Stephanie with Frank with Frank

ZUMBA POWER PUMP ZUMBA YOGAFIT

5:30 - 6:15 pm
with Gina with Minh-Thi with Gina with Minh-Thi

Free orientations are offered to learn how to use our fitness equipment. Ask the Rec Center desk for
more information. Ongoing men’s basketball - contact us for the schedule.

Personal trainers are available to target your fitness goals!

2nd Floor, Clayton Life Center

Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday | 6am - 8pm
Friday | 6am - 7pm

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 Always
be
By Dr. Case Thorp,
Associate Pastor for Mission and Evangelism
“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you
to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with
gentleness and respect.” 1 Peter 3.15 (NIV)
A lways be ready. That was the theme
from 1 Peter 3:15 for a group of
FPCO members who are now ready to
share the meaning of Christ in their lives,
no matter the situation.
We first studied the missionary journeys
of Paul looking at the text and recording
many of Paul’s evangelism methods that
proved so effective in the early church.
Certainly the power and presence of the
Holy Spirit enables belief to occur, yet,
we found a boldness and a preparation
on Paul’s part that thrust him into spiritual
conversations resulting in confessions of
faith.
For the second half of our study we read
Bill Hybels’ Just Walk Across the Room.
The book included a workbook and DVD
lesson as well. Hybels’ basic premise is
to simply walk across a room and initiate
spiritual conversations. Notice I used the
word initiate. Our Presbyterian tendency
is to think we are fully available should
someone ever ask us about the hope we
have in Christ. Yet, most will agree that
those are rare moments, if at all. If and
when they occur, a reluctance emerges
where we shy back from talking about
“religion and politics,” as the old adage
goes.
Hybels calls the question and chal-
lenges his readers to be the initiator, to
get off our duff, walk across a room, and
lovingly and gently lead a conversation
towards eternal matters. Class partici-
pant Phyllis Fuller notes, “Not only do
you walk across the room, you watch for
doors to open,” in conversations with
anyone, from family to friends to a store
clerk. Once a door opens for discussion
on more weightier matters, then what?
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Ready
Hybels is keen to provide the tools
and methods for sharing one’s faith in an
authentic and understandable way. Class
participants spent extensive time preparing
two mini-testimonies, sharing them with
one another, and then offering sugges-
tions for improvement. The reason for
two testimonies of varying length is that
someone may never give us more than
a few sentences or a few minutes before
tuning out. We took Hybels’ direction,
spelled out our testimonies, practiced
with one another, and now have instant
responses to share when someone does
inquire about our commitment to Christ.
The first mini-testimony is a thirty sec-
ond version that briefly describes the arc
of one’s life before and after knowing
Christ as Lord and Savior. The intent is
to pepper the thirty second version with
content that is honest, authentic, and
intriguing, in hopes of follow-up ques-
tions. The key is to keep it brief because
today’s attention spans are short! Below
are two examples:
I grew up believing in God and Jesus
and attending church every Sunday. In
my youth I never understood the Bible
so throughout my 20’s & 30’s I ignored it
and in so doing ignored God. In my 40’s
I was introduced to the NIV Life Appli-
cation Bible where God revealed to me
His character and nature as Father, Son,
and Holy Spirit. Since then I’ve come to
know a loving, compassionate, and for-
giving Father, who in spite of my worst
failings is always faithful and embraces
me with open arms. -Jan Packwood
I grew up attending Church and accept-
ed Christ when I was 12. I lived the next
30 years believing “God takes care of
those that take care of themselves” be-
ing Christian when in Church and fight-
ing the world for a feeling of security and
worth the rest of the time. When my son
joined the Army I ran to the only safe
place I knew – God. While my son was
deployed during the first Gulf War, God
opened my eyes to His great love for me.
Through that love I no longer need to
fight the world for my security. -Brenda
Tompkins
The second mini-testimony is a three
minute version for use when you feel
your listener will allow for such or ex-
presses interest based on your 30-second
version. That is basically a three para-
graph testimony with three sentences for
each stage: my life before Christ, how
I met Christ, and my life now knowing
Christ. (More about this can be found
at www.fpco.org under Three Steps for
Membership)
“I have always been very nervous about
sharing my faith story with someone for
the first time; now I’m looking forward
to having a couple of versions available
that I prayed over and assembled in ad-
vance,” says David Packwood. Now Da-
vid is prepared, always, as commanded
by the Apostle Peter.
The elders on the Session were
recently given a copy of Just Walk
Across the Room. They were asked
to read the book, sign their names
inside the cover, and pass it along
to another FPCO church member to
read, sign, and pass along. Let’s see how
many signatures (and completed books)
we can collect!
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 News & Notices
SONday Times Children’s Sunday Evening Class
Begins January 31
Kick off SONday Times with Chili Cook-off and Family Fun
on January 23. Classes start January 31 and will run through
March 21, from 4:30–6:30pm. The first hour will be time for
children’s choir and the second hour will time for Bible study
and games with children’s ministry. On March 28, we will
close the year with a “Family Build Your Own Pizza Night”.
This season we will be studying the LIFE lessons from Sun-
day’s sermon! No preregistration necessary, sign-up on the
January 31 in Allen Hall.
First Communion Class to be Held February 14
Children will learn about the connection of the Passover Feast
and our own Communion. They will find out why Communion
is so important and it really means. This year, class will be
held on February 14 at 5:30pm. First Communion will be in
traditional worship on February 21. Advance registration is
required. Registration deadline will be February 7. For more
information, please contact 407.423.3441 x1480.
Coming Summer 2010
June 13-17 Camp Geneva
July 19-23 Vacation Bible School
Congratulations to:
Kristen and Mike Welker, on the birth of their son, Robert
“Bobby” Michael Welker, born November 10, 2009.
Emily and Dyar McComb, on the birth of their son, Chase An-
drew McComb, born November 11, 2009. The proud grand-
parents are Pam and Dave McComb.
Danielle and Ted Lindblom, on the birth of their son, Edward
Herman Lindblom, IV, born November 13, 2009. The proud
grandmother is Anna Lee Lindblom Calvet.
Anna Michelle Jernigan and Paul Russell Linder, who were
married on November 14, 2009 in the Reformation Chapel.
Rachael and OJ Aldrich, on the birth of their daughter, Anna
Jude “AJ” Aldrich, born November 15, 2009.
Bonnie and Scott Tew, on the birth of their son, Brian Rawson
Tew, born November 15, 2009.
Grayson and John Merritt, on the birth of their son, Aidan
John Merritt, born November 19, 2009. The proud grand-
mother is Ms. Gloria Sales and the proud great-grandmother
is Mrs. Sara Norris.
Elizabeth Colette Sprinkle and Thomas Charles Beagles, who
were married on November 21, 2009 in the Sanctuary.
Sympathy to:
Kay and Alan Aaron, on the death of his mother, Margie Aar-
on, on October 4, 2009.
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Mary Hicks, on the death of her husband, Aubrey Hicks, on
October 24, 2009. Mr. Hicks was the father of Becky Carlton.
Rik and Bobby Keller on the death of their father, Albert
Keller, on October 26, 2009.
The family and friends of Sophie Parker, who died October
28, 2009.
Susan and Larry Kreider on the death of her mother, Marilee
Ward, on October 29, 2009. Mrs. Ward was the grandmother
of Brett (Heather Kreider) and great grandmother of Ian, Da-
vid, and Gabriel Kreider.
The family and friends of Jim Pugh, who died November 5,
2009.
Nancy and Robb Chapin, on the death of his grandfather,
Nelson Wimmer, on November 7, 2009. Mr. Wimmer was the
grandfather of Annalee and Brady Chapin.
Mattie Webb, on the death of her mother Thelma Reed on
November 7, 2009. Mrs. Reed was employed at FPCO in the
William Alexander Infant Child Care Center for over 27 years.
The family and friends of Bernard Van Zyl, who died Novem-
ber 9, 2009.
Marilyn Livingston on the death of her son, Christopher Liv-
ingston, on November 10, 2009
The family and friends of Dr Howard Chadwick, former Senior
Pastor of FPCO, who died November 11, 2009.
Karie and Bill Herlong on the death of his father, William Her-
long, on November 14, 2009. Mr. Herlong was the grandfa-
ther of Grace and Anna Herlong.
Jennifer and Sam Knight on the death of his aunt, Ann Thom-
as, on November 16, 2009.
Jan Fulton, on the death of her father, Clifford Fulton, on No-
vember 20, 2009.
Virginia Robertson, on the death of her husband, Howard
Robertson, on November 22, 2009.
Marilyn Lynch, on the death of her mother, Eileen Foster, on
December 2, 2009.
Rev. Donna McClellan, on the death of her mother, Doreen
McClellan, on December 5, 2009.
The family and friends of Gloria Boward, who died December
6, 2009.
 “They devoted themselves to
the apostles’ teaching,
to the breaking of bread
and to prayer.”
~ Acts 2:42
SUPPORT GROUPS
We believe that restoration comes from the support of our
Christian sisters and brothers and professional help. Our
Counseling Ministry offers several support groups to help
with this restoration.
Men on Masculinity
Men learn to venture outside of their comfort zone to find the
strength and courage for which God created them. It is a dif-
ficult journey, but one full of goodness and healing.
Contact:Dan Miller - masculinity@fpco.org
Divorce Care/Divorce Care for Kids
This divorce recovery ministry provides a structured support
program to help you and your children learn to cope with the
changes taking place in your life and heal the hurt caused by
divorce and separation.
Contact: Pam Finne - DivoreCare @fpco.org
Women’s Cancer Support
This a comforting group for women to come and share, com-
pare notes, and get the information and help that they need
while dealing with cancer.
Contact: Laurie Cook - womenscancer@fpco.org
Walking the Mourner’s Path
Walking the Mourner’s Path is a Christ-centered, eight week,
non-denominational grief program. The purpose of the sup-
port group and program is to transform grief into joyful living.
Contact: Tammas Smith - mournerspath@fpco.org
Infertility Support
This group seeks to provide a place where others can hear
stories of hope and encouragement, receive relevant infor-
mation and resources on infertility and adoption, and be sur-
rounded by a body of Christians to listen and support them.
Contact: Amy Bishop - infertilitysupport@fpco.org
Women’s Sexual Abuse Recovery
A journey of healing is offered to women affected by sexu-
al abuse. A place of safety and security, support and study,
prayer and encouragement as women face the atrocity of
childhood sexual abuse together.
Contact: Elaine Coleman - abuserecovery@fpco.org
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Abortion Recovery
This Abortion Recovery group seeks to encourage those af-
fected by abortion related issues by offering Bible Study and
support, offering hope, love and forgiveness.
Contact: Amy Sinns - abortionrecovery@fpco.org
Unwanted Same Sex Attraction
This group offers a supportive and comforting environment
for those who struggle with un-wanted same sex attraction
we seek to offer help, support, counseling and encourage-
ment.
Contact: Dan Miller - unwantedattraction@fpco.org
Vocation and Career Forum
A gathering designed to offer opportunity to discuss voca-
tion and career related issues including employment, voca-
tional transitions, disappointments, challenges, celebration
and encouragement, within the framework of God’s word to
us.
Contact: Andy Burchak - careerforum@fpco.org
Other Support
Other support and care ministries include Stephen Ministry,
TeleCare, Deacon Bereavement Care and the Intercessory
Prayer Team. Check our webpage for further details, meeting
times and locations, or call Linda McCallister 407.423.3441
x1159.
November ’09 Giving Snapshot
General Operating Contributions Budgeted Surplus/
(Deficit)
Nov. Gifts $477,703 $617,300 $(139,597)
Fiscal Year-
to-date Gifts $2,069,141 $2,499,500 $(430,359)
Line of Credit $450,000
Immeasurably More Outstanding Balance $
4,032,446
IM Oct. Gifts $54,941
IM Fiscal Year-to-date Gifts $292,651
(net of 10% tithe to Missions)
Contact Finance for a full revenue and expense summary.
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 The Christ School: Now Accepting Applications for 2010
Guided by Faith. Educated for Life.
T he Christ School, an independent school, is synonymous
with academic excellence in Central Florida. From kinder-
garten to 8th grade, both students and teachers perform at
choice. Last year 100 percent of the 8th grade class was ac-
cepted into a private high school or specialized public school
program of their choice. Magnet programs in Engineering,
the highest academic levels. Science and Technology, Criminal Justice, Finance and Law,
With small class sizes and professional development for and the Center for International Studies include TCS alumni.
teachers in differentiated instruction, students are challenged Students have also been accepted into the APEX and Inter-
daily to perform to their optimum level. These high standards national Baccalaureate programs. Over the past three years,
are encouraged by a strong faculty, of whom 47 percent pos- 64 percent of 7th graders qualified to take the college SAT
sess higher degrees, including two doctorates. Students are based on their high performance.
further able to explore their strengths through music, art, The Christ School and academic excellence are a winning
foreign language, computer and physical education. Outside combination for all students.
the classroom, opportunities are available in sports, student
government, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, and an after-
school arts program. At the Christ School, all students partici-
pate in community service, and at the middle school level, it
is a requirement.
A new state-of-the-art media center with a MAC lab is
available for students to pursue their interests. All classrooms
are equipped with a SmartBoard, classroom computers, Sur-
round Sound and LCD projectors for instruction. Laptop carts
that service entire classes are available for all teachers to in-
corporate in their classrooms.
Rigid academic requirements enable middle school stu-
dents to select the high schools and special programs of their

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 Children’s Music
By Stephanie Mixner, Worship Arts

In the Fall of 2003, the Children’s
Choir program was shut down
due to low attendance. Dr. Re-
becca Bedell knew we needed
to take a step back and start
from scratch. She implemented an early childhood music pro-
gram in the fall of 2004 and set out to expose children to mu-
sic at an early age to create an appreciation for music before
they approach Children’s Choirs. We’ve been going strong
for 5 years! Little did she know that she was creating a last-
ing foundation! Rebecca’s efforts are proving beneficial in our
Children’s Choirs. Children that participated in our early child-
hood music program are now in 2nd and 3rd grades. They are
experiencing the benefit of a quality musical foundation, and
we are observing those benefits through the joy of their music
making! They are great examples for their fellow choristers! At
this point, our early childhood music program, MusikGarten,
is so popular that we are struggling to find space for classes!
We even made #1 Mommy and Me class for the second year
in a row on OrlandoMomsGuide.com! We offer MusikGarten
classes for children from birth through 6 years, and all class-
es are open to the community. We want YOU to become a
MusikGartener and be part of this sequential, foundational pro-
gram! Do you want to be a MusikGartener? Join us for our Spring
session!

Spring 2010 MusikGarten Schedule

January 26 – April 24
Level A (Birth-14 mos) (40 mins)
Tuesday 11:00am Mr. Wil
Wednesday 11:00am Mr. Wil
1:30pm Mr. Wil
Level B1 (15-23 mos)
Tuesday 11:00am Mrs. Lynne
Wednesday 11:00am Mrs. Jennifer
Level B2 (15-23 mos)
Tuesday 11:00am Mrs. Dottie
Wednesday 10:00am Mrs. Jennifer
Level D (4-6 yrs) (1 hour)
Wednesday 6:15pm Ms. Stephanie
4 yrs: Pre-req
1 semester of Level C
Family Class (Siblings/mixed ages)
Tuesday 10:00am Mrs. Lynne
Wednesday 10:20am Ms. Stephanie
12-week sessions, weekly classes
$60 per child – includes CD, music book, and
instrument or prop to take home
Online registration Jan 11 – Jan 30

Level C (3 1/2-5 yrs) ** Each class must reach 8 children registered or class will be cut.
Wednesday 5:15pm Ms. Stephanie **If more than 8 are on a waiting list, a new class will be opened.

Get a head start on your child’s learning! Musik4Life is a prenatal music class and
the precursor to MusikGarten. It gives your baby a foundation of exposure to music
and your singing voice, and gives you tools needed to continue your child’s musical
experience! A nice bonus is that you can meet new moms just like you! Women of all
ages and stages of pregnancy are welcome!

Spring 2010 Musik4Life Schedule

January 25 – March 8
M4L(a) (Prenatal)
Monday 4:30pm Ms. Stephanie
7 week sessions (usually 8 weeks), weekly classes
$50 per mom – includes CD, music book, and instrument pouch to take
home
Online registration - M4L(a) Jan 11 – Jan 25
**Each class must reach 6 moms registered or class will be cut.
**If more than 6 are on a waiting list, a new class will be opened.

For additional schedules, dates, fees, and descriptions, visit www.fpco.org/childrensmusic. For further informa-
tion about MusikGarten or Musik4Life, contact Stephanie Mixner at 407.423.3441 x1186 or smixner@fpco.org.
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TRADITIONAL SERVICES:
Sundays, 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.
in the Sanctuary

GENESIS SERVICES:
Sundays, 8:30 & 11:00 a.m.
in Lee Fellowship Hall

The 2010 Winter Chili Cook-Off…and Family Fun!

M ark your brand new 2010 calendar now for a great event everyone in the family will enjoy! Saturday, January 23,
4–6pm. The Adult Sunday school classes will once again host a Chili Cook-Off!

Because last year’s event was great fun and the chili competition fierce, the event this year will be
bigger and better than ever! The adult Sunday school classes will be creating their best chili recipe
for everyone to sample and to be judged by the discerning palates of the pastoral staff. The
coveted chili pepper trophy will be awarded to the class with the best chili.

However, it doesn’t stop there! The entire family is welcome to enjoy fellowship and Ms.
Carol says there will be giant “jumpies” on the great lawn for children to exercise their
energy! Beverages, cornbread and brownies will be provided by Lackmann Services,
and delicious hot dogs will be served at a minimal price to enhance the chili tasting
experience.

Because we have competition in our food fellowship, we thought there should

be some good contest in testing our Bible knowledge! This year, the first Bible
Bowl will be a highlight as our children and adults challenge each other to vic-
tory and prizes.

Invite friends and neighbors to join in the festivities as there will be plenty of
information about Sunday school classes and ministry opportunities.

Have questions? Call 407.423.3441 contact Rev. Donna McClellan on x1488 or

dmcclellan@fpco.org or Lori Needham on x1463 or lneedham@fpco.org.