Fostering our Future

Fostering Our Future is a community-based, church-led, compassion community designed to solve the Osceola County foster care problem. The problem is one of capacity, stability, and quality. Fostering Our Future is a local movement that is equipping churches for effective ministry to vulnerable children and families in Osceola County’s foster care system.  This ministry launches today in several churches around Osceola County.

On Sunday we’ll hear from our Kissimmee Christian Advocate, Heather LoGiacco. To become a part of this ministry or ask questions stop by the table in the lobby or contact Heather at KCCFoster@kissimmeechristianchurch.org. Commit to pray specifically for this need and the many families who will be led to minister to children through foster care.

I’m ready to join the

Kissimmee church family class

Where: Jim Book’s Office

When: TONIGHT, August 24 at 7PM

Who: Anyone who is ready to become a part of this great church family

Grace Landing Job Opening

We are looking to hire a Family Care Coordinator.  For more information please contact Juda Attkinson at
judaa@gracelanding.com or 407-470-6041.  You can also go to their website for a full description of the job: http://gracelanding.com/employment-opportunities

Wednesday Family Meal

Tonight’s menu is: Angel chicken pasta, mandarin orange salad, garlic bread and chocolate éclair cake. If you’ve already signed up for this week’s meal we will see you tonight in the Fellowship Hall from 5:30-6:15PM.  If you’d like to register for next week’s meal (Chick-Fil-A, tossed salad and ice cream) please sign up on Sunday’s welcome card, or call the church office (407-847-2543) no later than Monday August 29.  Please notify us if you must cancel so we can avoid waste.  Cost is $4 per person, $2 per child under 12 years, (5 yr. old and younger are free), $15 per family (maximum of 6 per family).  

2016 Wednesday Fall Electives

·       Studies in John - Roland Howard, 10:00 am

·       T.O.P.S.  (Taking off pounds sensibly) - Gail Webster, 5:30 pm

·       Spanish for Gringos - Level 1:  Mark Peterson, 6:00 pm

·       French for Fun - Level 1:  Martineau Demaunche, 6:00 pm

·       ESOL - (English for Speakers of Other Languages):  Carmen Velázquez, 6:00 pm

·       Financial Peace University - Tony and Connie Hamp (Materials fee $100), 6:30 pm

·       Choir - Tony Cason, 6:45 pm

·       Cultivating the Good: Studies in Colossians - Mike Chambers (Aug. 17 - Sept. 7) 7:00 pm

·       A Study on the church in Laodicea - Roland Howard (Sept. 14 -28) 7:00 pm

·       The Spirituality of Paul - Les Hardin (Oct. 5 - Dec. 14) 7:00 pm

·       Cults - Tom Martinez, 7:00 pm

·       For The Love - Patti Peters (Women’s Ministry) 7:00 pm

·       Singles Bible Study (TBA) 7:00 pm

·       *Celebrate Recovery Step Study - Books 5-8 - Ladies, 7:00 pm

·       *Celebrate Recovery Step Study - Books 5-8 - Men, 7:00 pm

                     

                *Participants must have completed books 1-4

Kid’s Choir

Kid’s Choir starts TONIGHT and runs through December 18.  This year’s performance of “Christmas in Reverse” will be December 18 at 5:30 pm.  All K-5 students are invited to attend Kid’s Choir each Wednesday at 6:20 pm to prepare.

Rock the Universe

Rock Student Ministries is taking it's high school students to Universal Studios on September 9th and 10th for Rock the Universe. RTU is a two day event where thousands of Christians will come together to enjoy fellowship, performances from some of the hottest names in Christian music and to ride the rides. The cost of the tickets for the two nights is $100 and is due on Sunday September 4th. For more information, contact James Riggs at james.riggs@kissimmeechristianchurch.org.  

Days of Glory Series

For 40 years the Hebrew people wondered through a vast wilderness.  God was preparing them emotionally, physically and spiritually to participate with Him in a Land He had promised their ancestors.  This series will reflect on how these passages in Joshua can help us in our present situations and prepare us for Days of Glory.

W.I.N.G.S. Widows Ministry Lunch and Movie

W.I.N.G.S. Salad Lunch and Movie "Risen" THIS Saturday, August 27 from 12:00 to 4:00 PM. We'll meet upstairs in room 221. Bring a salad to share such as tossed greens, pasta, fruit, jello, chicken, tuna, slaw.  Enjoy the uplifting story of the resurrection of Christ. Every Christian should see this epic film! Sign-up sheet in the lobby.

Moppets Volunteer Training

Moppets is the nursery-preschooler program that is a part of MOPs (Mother of Preschoolers). This ministry is offered here at our church the 2nd Thursday of every month from September - May. If you have volunteered or are interested in volunteering for our Moppets program, please attend our informational meeting THIS Sunday, August 28 from 12:30-1:30PM. Lunch will be provided for the volunteers. Please RSVP to Jenn Mehlenbacher by Wednesday, August 24.   Her email address is jenn.mehlenbacher@kissimmeechristianchurch.org.

Circle of Faith

Next month’s meeting will be held at the home of Thyra Thomas on Tuesday, September 6 at 7PM.  Circle of Faith is a woman’s group that meets together to encourage one another in their faith and walk with the Lord.  Please RSVP to Thyra if you plan to attend.  You may reach her at 407-891-9350.

Tech Volunteers Needed

The tech team is in need of folks to run lighting and video cameras during our morning services.  These require minimal skill but have a big impact on our church!  The many volunteers behind the scenes make the Kissimmee Christian we love.  You can do this! Stop by the tech booth in the balcony to volunteer or email Dean Parker at praisebass1983@gmail.com.

Women at Rest Ministry

Women At Rest Ministry invites women from all walks of life to come learn how to trust God in the midst of their circumstances as we minister to each other, learn who our Father is and how much He loves us so we can learn to trust Him more deeply, no matter what we're facing. Our circumstances change but Gods love and faithfulness are constant. Our time together will be spent:

· Learning how to have a more intimate relationship with God

· Praying over one another

· Ministering to women who are hurting

· Encouraging and supporting each other with the truth of God's Word

· Learning how to grow deeper in their relationship with our King

· Learning how to battle more effectively through prayer

· Learning how to become empowered by His grace and rest

Join us on Sundays at 5:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall. For more information, contact Heather Tabers, heathertabers@yahoo.com or Shannon Hartley.

 

TOPS -Take Off Pounds Sensibly

Are you ready to stop dieting and start making real changes? TOPS can help you reach your weight-loss goals by providing you with the tools, information, support, and accountability you need to be successful. T.O.P.S. focuses on making small, steady lifestyle changes that provide lasting weight loss and better health. Members learn to eat better, move more, and stay motivated through engaged educational programs that our experts prepare and that our volunteers present at weekly meetings. Our members focus on improvement not perfection. Together we recognize and celebrate our member’s victories, big & small. Weigh-in starts at 5:30 PM to 5:55 PM, program from 6:00 PM to 6:40 PM. For more information on how T.O.P.S. can help you, join us every Wednesday.

        

Celebrate Recovery

Celebrate Recovery is a recovery ministry that applies the 8 Biblical Recovery Principles (based on the Beatitudes) with the goal of letting God work His healing power through us. This allows people to be “changed” spiritually by working through sound biblical principles. It is open to anyone who experiences pain, brokenness and needs support and encouragement. At Celebrate Recovery you can find freedom from hurts, habits, and hang-ups. This freedom creates peace, serenity, joy and most importantly, a stronger personal relationship with God and others. Where can you find healing from Hurts, Habits, and Hang-ups? At Celebrate Recovery every Friday at 6:30 pm in room 206.

Ready to Join the Church Family?

"Connecting with Christ" class is a first stop for all guests and members alike to connect with information that is key to attendance and beneficial for ​participation in the family here at First Christian Kissimmee.  Whether you're a long time member, a first time guest - or any point in between, this class is especially for you.  The class is taught every Sunday morning at 9:30 am, room 204 upstairs and is a class you'll only take once!  You can enjoy the course and still make the 11:00 am worship service​-​all in the same Sunday. Take advantage of the class and make plans to attend! Sign up by noting your interest on your attendance card.

El Boletín Informativo de la Iglesia

                      

No Te Pierdas Las Bendiciones De Servir

A veces, en nuestro fervor bíblico para enfatizar que la salvación no es por obras, no somos capaces de apreciar plenamente que hemos sido salvados para hacer buenas obras (Efesios 2:10). De hecho, Dios te ha colocado en tu iglesia con el fin de que tú puedas ser edificado, de modo que puedas trabajar y servirle. Si nos permitimos seguir siendo sedentarios esto significa que estamos descuidando el mismo propósito de Dios para nuestra salvación y de otros. Al servir, sigues y te comportas como Jesús y con eso también lo glorificamos. Si usted está interesado en servir como líder de una célula, coordinador de voluntarios, equipo de bienvenido o en cualquier capacidad, por favor, marque el lado reverso de la tarjeta de asistencia y díganos en que área de servicio le gustaría participar o contáctese con Pastor Tom Martínez al 407.556.5016 o Tom.Martinez@kissimmeechristianchurch.org.

Mujeres en Quietud

Mujeres en Quietud invita a mujeres de todas las caminatas de vida a aprender a confiar en Dios en medio de sus circunstancias mientras nos ministramos las unas a las otras aprender quién es nuestro Padre y cuánto nos ama así podemos aprender a confiar en Él más profundamente, no importa lo que estemos enfrentando. Nuestras circunstancias cambian, pero el amor de Dios y su fidelidad son constantes. Durante nuestro tiempo juntas:

·       Oraremos las unas por las otras 

·       Aprenderemos a tener una relación más íntima con Dios

·       Ministraremos a mujeres que están sufriendo

·       Animaremos y apoyaremos nos las unas a las otras con la verdad de la Palabra de Dios

·       Aprenderemos a cultivar una relación más profundo con nuestro Señor

·       Aprenderemos a combatir más efectivamente a través de la oración

·       Aprenderemos cómo llegar a ser fortalecidas con Su gracia y quietud

Únase a nosotros los domingos a las 5:30, en Salón de Compañerismo. Para más información comuníquese con la oficina de la iglesia.

T.O.P.S.

¿Están listos para dejar de hacer dieta y comenzar a hacer verdaderos cambios? T.O.P.S. le puede ayudar alcanzar sus objetivos de pérdida y peso proveyéndole las herramientas, información y apoyo necesitado para alcanzar su éxito. T.O.P.S. se centra en hacer cambios de estilo de vida pequeños y constante que proporcionan salud y pérdida de peso duradera. Miembros aprenden a comer mejor, moverse más y mantenerse motivados a través de programas educativos que preparan nuestros expertos y que nuestros voluntarios presentan en reuniones semanales. Nuestros miembros centrarse en mejorar no la perfección. Juntos reconocemos y celebramos las victorias de nuestros miembros, grandes & pequeñas. Pesaje comienza a las 5:30 p.m. hasta las 5:55 pm y el programa entre las 6:00 pm a 6:40 PM. Para más información sobre cómo T.O.P.S. le puede ayudar, acompáñenos los miércoles.

Celebramos la Recuperación

Celebramos la Recuperación es un ministerio de recuperación que aplica los 8 Principios de Recuperación bíblicos (basado en las Bienaventuranzas) con el objetivo de dejar que Dios trabaje a través de nosotros con su poder curativo. Esto permite que la gente sea “cambiada” espiritualmente trabajando a través de principios bíblicos sanos. Celebramos la Recuperación está abierto a cualquier persona que experimenta dolor, quebrantamiento y necesita apoyo y ánimo. Celebramos la Recuperación celebrar puede encontrar libertad de heridas, hábitos y complejos. Esta libertad crea paz, serenidad, alegría y más importantemente, una relación personal más fuerte con Dios y otros. ¿Dónde se puede encontrar curación de heridas, hábitos y complejos? En Celebramos la Recuperación los viernes a las 6:30 pm en la salón 206.

¿Listo Para Unirse a la Familia de la Iglesia?

“Conectando con Dios” es la clase para visitantes y miembros por igual para conectarse con la información clave para su asistencia y es un beneficioso para la participación con la familia de la Primera Iglesia Cristiana de Kissimmee. Si usted ha sido un miembro por mucho tiempo, visitante por primera vez o cualquier punto en el medio, esta clase es especialmente para usted. ¡El curso se ofrece cada domingo, a las 9:30 am, en el salón 204 y una asistencia única es todo lo que se requiere! Usted puede disfrutar del curso y toda vía llegar a tiempo para el servicio de adoración a las 11:00 am. ¡Aproveche las ventajas de la clase y a haga planes para asistir! Señale su interés llenando la tarjeta de asistencia.