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The Danger of Making the Wrong Choice

By Joe Lightfoot, Pastor of Adult Ministries
A couple had been debating the purchase of a new auto for weeks. He wanted a new truck. She wanted a fast little sports-like car so
she could zip through traffic around town. He would probably have settled for any beat up old truck, but everything she seemed to like
was way out of their price range.
Finally she said, “Listen, I want something that goes from 0 to 200 in 4 seconds or less and my birthday is coming up, so you can
just surprise me.” For her birthday, he bought her a brand new bathroom scale. He clearly made the wrong choice!
Last Sunday Pastor Mike taught that, based on our commitment to Jesus and the guidance we receive from the Bible, our character
is transformed through the choices we make. This is true in the area of moral purity and the other four areas in the discipleship model.
From the letter to the Church at Ephesus (Ephesians 4:17–5:21), 16 positive choices (“Go” Commands) and 13
prohibitions (“Stop” Commands) were identified. These choices are:

Verse “Go” Commands “Stop” Commands

4:17 live no longer as the ungodly do
22 throw off your old evil nature and your former way of life
23 spiritually renew your thoughts and attitudes
24 display a new nature because you are a new person
25 be a truth-teller put away all falsehood
26 don’t sin by letting anger gain control over you
28 use your hands for honest work stop stealing
28 then give generously to others in need
29 let everything you say be good and helpful don’t use foul or abusive language
30 don’t grieve the Holy Spirit b y the way you live
31 get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all
types of malicious behavior
32 be kind to each other, tenderhearted, forgiving one another
5:1 follow God’s example in everything you do
2 live a life filled with love for others, following the example of Christ
3 let there be no sexual immorality, impurity, or greed among you
4 express your thankfulness to God do away with obscene stories, foolish talk, and coarse jokes
11 expose worthless deeds of evil and darkness take no part in worthless deeds of evil and darkness
15 be careful to live as a wise person do not live as a fool
16 make the most of every opportunity for doing good
17 try to understand what the Lord wants you to do don’t act thoughtlessly
18 be filled and controlled by the Holy Spirit don’t be drunk with wine
The challenge is to add each of these commands, these habits, these choices to the content of our character as we continue on the
pathway to growing in the image of Jesus.
However, the journey does not stop here. As we continue down this road of spiritual transformation we see that these choices, these
character qualities are not lived out in isolation. For example, this morning we look at how we live these choices out in relationship to
others, in our family and in the family of God. This is the next step on the pathway to spiritual growth.

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 WELCOME TO FIRST FEDERATED CHURCH!
Thank you for choosing to worship with us this morning!
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name tag with “Here to Help” on it or visit the Welcome Center
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If your child has not already been enrolled in our Children’s
Ministry, a quick visit to the Children’s Ministry Registration
Station will provide you with temporary security tags and give us
the information we need to effectively minister to your child.
Infants & Preschool Children
Childcare and teaching are available during the 9:00 hour and 10:30 worship service
in the Nursery and Preschool Departments.
Kindergarten–4th Grade
During the 9:00 hour, K–4th graders meet in graded classroom groups for Bible
learning and fun.
K–2nd graders attend the first part of the 10:30 worship service with their families
and then are dismissed through the large black doors at the front of the auditorium
to attend their own age-appropriate children’s church, called KZ Church. Parents, we
encourage you to go with your children the first time they visit KZ Church.
3rd & 4th graders attend the worship service to listen and learn with their families.
Xtreme AM (5th & 6th Grade)
Our preteens meet in their own Xtreme spot, Room 205, at 9:00 for a time of Xtreme
learning, Xtreme prayer and Xtreme relationship-building, then join their families for
the 10:30 worship service.
Youth (Grade 7–12) & Adults
Groups for ADULTS and activities for YOUTH begin at 9:00AM. Stop by
the Welcome Center to find out about each of the groups and how to get there.
Cellular Phones & Pagers
Thank you for turning off, or muting, your cell phone, pager and other electronic
devices during this morning’s worship service.
Assistive Listening Devices
ALS devices are available for check-out at the Resource Center in the foyer.
AED (Automated External Defibrillator)/First-aid
Facilities for guests needing first aid are provided by our Parish Nurses
and located in the west hallway in Room 1117. Blood pressure checks
are also provided after the service.
Please contact an usher if you need assistance.
Lost and Found
Lost items may be reported or claimed at the Main Office of the church during
regular M-F office hours. Lost and Found items are kept for 30 days.
Safety
First Federated Church regards your safety as our highest priority. If you have any
concerns, please inform one of our ushers or staff. If a building emergency arises,
directions will be provided over the public address system.
Recordings of Today’s Message
CD recordings of the morning message can be picked up immediately following the
service at the Resource Center in the Foyer.
You can also listen to the message at www.FirstFederated.org.
Prayer Team Up Front
If you would like to pray with someone today, please come to the center commu-
nion table at the front of the Sanctuary following this morning’s service. Members
of our church leadership stand ready to serve you.

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 ADULT GROUPS
Sunday Mornings | 9:00AM Men’s Winning at Work & Home Group
New Young Couples Group | Room 209 Saturdays | 7:00–8:30AM | Room 1250–51

Men’s Group | Room 210 Men’s Basketball – February 12

Women’s Group | Room 208 6:30PM | Rockets vs. Lakers
8:00PM | Bulls vs. Celtics
Sunday Prayer Group
Sundays | 9AM | Room 100 Mothers of Preschoolers
Next meeting Tuesday, February 18
Card Ministry 9:00–11:15AM |Fellowship Hall
Mondays | 6:30-8:15PM | Room 139 Pastor Geoff Safford, Children’s & Family
If you have questions, call Carol Fugere 274.6333. Pastor, Fellowship Community Church
How to Be Friends in Your Marriage. Through
Beth Moore Study the baby, toddler, preschool years and
The Beth Moore study of David, A Heart Like His, started this beyond, find out how to remain friends
week. This Bible study is for women of all ages. with your spouse.
Feel free to invite friends and neighbors to come Upcoming Speakers:
with you to this class. Tuesday, February 26 the HOME factor:
What Every Child Needs
Thursdays | February 7–April 24 | 9:10–11:10am| Sherri Stufflebeem
“...he lives with you and will be in you.” John 14:17
Room 108 The Benefits of Giving Kids Boundaries
Led by Catherine Erickson | Childcare Provided Tuesday, March 11
Thursdays | February 7–April 24 | 6:30–8:30pm| Barb Rosberg, America’s Family Coaches
Room 108 Upcoming Event:
Led by Vickie Blair | No childcare Moms’ Night Out Coming in April!
Cost: $20
Women Circle Meetings
Wednesday Nights DEBORAH ........................................................... Thursday, February 14 | 7:00PM
Moms’ Prayer Group Kathy Baker, 6210 Franklin Ave., Des Moines, 508.0908
Wednesday Evenings | 5:15–6:15PM | Room 131 (Library) ELIZABETH .......................................................Thursday, February 14 | 9:00AM
Concerts of Prayer Alice Schultz, 7511 Roseland Dr., Urbandale, 331.2261
Wednesday Evenings | 6:30–8:00PM | Room 1116 ESTHER .............................................................. Thursday, February 14 | 12:30PM
Parenting Class Essentials of Discipline, Focus on the Family Dannetta Fealey, 3839 81st St., Urbandale, 279.9409
12–Wednesdays | Starting February 13 HANNAH ........................................................... Thursday, February 14 | 12:30PM
6:30–8:00pm| Room 1238–39 Nancy Jones, 5310 Brookview Dr., West Des Moines, 224-9977
Already volunteering on Wednesdays? MARTHA ............................................................. Thursday, February 14 | 9:30AM
FFC Fellowship Hall, Norma Harger, 279.4648
Great news for you! This class will be offered
on Sunday mornings beginning April 6. Sign-up RUTH .................................................................. Thursday, February 14 | 12:30PM
details coming soon. Naida Reeves, 1489 NW 92nd St., Clive, 225.2715
SARAH ....................................................................Tuesday, February 12 | 7:00PM
Developing Your Passion for Jesus Deb Pedrick, 7016 Oakbrook, Urbandale, 278.8464
Wednesdays | Starting February 13
6:30–8:00pm| Room 1244–47
Facilitator: Pastor Mike Rose

The HUB (18–23 years old)

Sunday 9:15AM - Come to the HUB
for worship and fellowship all while
enjoying a delicious and nutritious
FREE breakfast! Then, get ready for the
relevant teachings of Scott Longstreet!
Sundays at 6:00PM—TBA
HUB
SINGLES AGES 18-24

Sunday, Feb. 23 at 6PM in the HUB room, Valentine’s dinner!

Guys, come ready to work!

Wednesdays at 7:00PM—Men’s Bible study

Thursday at 6:30PM—HUB band practice
HUB
Ladies, enjoy a succulent meal prepared by expert (sort of!) chefs
Tuesdays at 8:30PM—Ladies’ Bible study
SINGLES AGES 18-24 UPCOMING GROUPS
For Women—Falling in Love with Jesus
Wednesdays | Beginning in March | 6:30–8:00pm
For Couples—Marriage Builders
Wednesdays | Beginning in March | 6:30–8:00pm
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 PRAY FOR
ONE The contents of this page have been removed to protect the
ANOTHER privacy of those in our congregation.

Printed copies of this page can be obtained at the church.

Items found on this page include:

Pray for Those Who Grieve
Happy Birthday!
(Birthdays are listed for Federated members & missionaries)
Pray for those with Physical Needs
(In the Hospital, Upcoming Surgery/Procedures, Partial List of the Ongoing Needs of Our Members &
Regular Attenders)
Our Encouragement Pray for Those Who Serve our Church
“Let us hold fast the
confession of our hope
without wavering, for He
who promised is faithful...
Hebrews 10:23

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 MISSION ONE Reaching others for Jesus Christ
Peggy McCracken
Mission Board: Campus Crusade, Christian
Embassy
Location: Washington, D.C.
What does she do? Peggy’s ministry is
evangelism and discipleship with women
ambassadors, wives of ambassadors, and
women chiefs of staff to members of the
U.S. Congress. She pursues avenues in
hard to reach areas of the world repre-
sented in Washington in embassies; gets to know non-believ-
ers in casual settings by creating social events where they
feel comfortable; begins new groups and does follow-up.
Prayer Requests:
• Praise for an African ambassador who returned home a
transformed person, changed by Christ during her time in
Washington. Pray as she witnesses for Him.
• For the conflict in Kenya where Peggy previously served
with CCC. “Pray for peace and that in some way God will
use this for good and His glory.”
• For Peggy as she conducts her “Dress for Success in 2008”
Bible studies.
• For Christian Embassy staff (non-political) as they serve
political people on both sides of the aisle during this “hot”
election year.
Katie
Location: Closed Country
What does she do? Katie spent 22 years in fellowship here at
FFC, participating in five mission trips during her teen years.
She now works with an unreached people group, living in a
country where Christianity is illegal. She teaches English in
an adult community program, facilitating short-term Eng-
lish-teaching trips and promoting education among minority
people groups. She is also studying the national language.
Prayer Requests:
• For Katie in her leadership role.
• For their area conference, February 11–16, in a neighboring
country.
• For their leadership team as they share a new strategic plan
at the conference; for His Spirit to be working in the hearts
of every worker to buy-in to the plan.
• For a team from the States as they lead worship and facilitate
a kids’ program.
First Federated Church
Peter & Marta Hocking
Mission Board: Segadores (Reapers)
Location: Lima, Peru
What do they do? Peter directs
the Segadores Mission-
ary Association teaching,
counseling and training
national missionaries with
the goal of sending them to
unreached tribes in Peru.
Segadores has planted several churches. Both are involved in
counseling ministry. Peter, one of the founders, grew up in
Peru as the son of missionaries. Marta, raised in Venezuela,
is the daughter of our first FFC missionary, Edna Dade.
Prayer Requests:
• For a new effort to contact Isconahuas and Yanachaginos,
primitive tribes that have been hiding in the jungle for many
years. They have not heard the Good News and other mis-
sionaries are not seeking them.
• For God’s protection and provision of funds as these contacts
are expensive and high-risk.
• For their Peruvian co-workers involved in the yearly cross-
cultural missionary training program (7 weeks) with 8 adults
and 10 teenagers.
• For continued work of the Spirit in the lives of the trainees.
• For Marta as she shares at the ladies’ conference in Tarapoto
(northern jungle), February 12–15.
Contemporary Slavery—Child Labor
By UNICEF
Child labor is in great demand because
it is cheap, and because children are natu-
rally more docile, easier to discipline than
adults, and too frightened to complain.
Their small physique and nimble fingers
are assets for certain kinds of work.
Children are often given jobs when parents
are sitting at home, unemployed.
Children between seven and ten work 12–14 hours a day and
are paid less than one-third of the adult wage. Child domestic
servants not only work long hours for a pittance but are particu-
larly vulnerable to sexual as well as other physical abuse.
At the extreme fringe, children are kidnapped, held in
remote camps, and chained at night to prevent escape, used in
road-building and stone-quarrying. Child labor, often hard and
hazardous, damages health for life, deprives children of educa-
tion and the normal enjoyment of their early years.
An estimated 264 million children are engaged in exploitive
labor, with almost three-quarters working in hazardous environ-
ments, such as mines or factories, or with dangerous substances
like chemical and agricultural pesticides.
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 NOTES TODAY’S WORSHIP
Sunday, February 10, 2008 | Pastor Mike Rose
Parking Lots to Pathways: Family Centered Welcome: Michael Howland
Romans 12:3-21; Eph 5:18-21; Hebrews 10:23-25 Come, Christians, Join to Sing
Let The Praises Ring
Everyday
Rescue
The Family Prayer Song
Prayer & Offering: Mike Rose
Choir: Sweeter
K–2nd Dismissed
Message: Parking Lots to Pathways:
Family Centered
Mike Rose

Meet Pastor
Curt De Graaff
Sunday, February 17 | 6:00PM | Chapel
Come meet Pastor Curt De Graaff
and his wife Karen for a special time
of getting acquainted.
Reception to follow in
Fellowship Hall.

Deacon of the Month

Brent VanRoekel | 255.2122 ext 139
Our Deacons stand ready to help with the physical needs of the
members and attenders of this fellowship. Should you have a
short-term, emergency need, do not hesitate to call the church
office and leave a message for the “Deacon of the Month.” This ministry is made
possible by your gifts to the Deacons’ Fund.
Deaconess of the Month
Cheryl Griffin | 953.5390
Our Deaconesses are available to the women of the church in
areas of encouragement and spiritual support. If you need a
listening ear and someone to pray with you, please call Cheryl.
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Planes, Trains, (buses) and Automobiles
By John Porter, Director of Missions and Local Outreach
During the last 2 weeks, after 40+
hours on planes, 14 hours on trains, 10
hours on buses, and 40 hours in cars, I
experienced a small part of life in India
and what God is doing there. The first
week I was able to visit the work of Mis-
sion India in Hyderabad, Kolkatta and Delhi. In each
of these major cities they are involved in three ways:
1. Adult Literacy programs 2. Church Planters (12 of whom
we supported through their training time several years ago)
3. Children’s Bible Clubs (we support 1200 children a year).
Food was spicy with lots of rice; temps were in the 70s–80s;
people everywhere; and the traffic was crazy.
The second week I went up north to the foothills of the
Himalayas in the Garhwal region. I met with two of our
families in Mussorie and saw the work they are involved with
in ministering to unreached people groups. I was also able to
visit our national church planters in the mountain village of
Pratap Nagar. They are from Nagaland. More rice, less spicy;
temps were 30s–50s; and mountain driving was even worse!
God is doing a work through FFC’s financial and prayer
support of the work in this area. Next week I will have more
details about our national church planter, Nagaland, and how
YOU can be a part of this exciting ministry.

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 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Just Give Me Jesus
Praying People Needed
A wonderful way to be in- 7th–12th Grades
volved in the Just Give Me Jesus Hangtimes
revival is to become a counselor/ Feb. 10—Small Group Night
prayer partner on Friday night, Feb. 17—Meet Pastor Curt Party
April 18th. If you are willing to Feb. 24—Movie Night
pray with a person who has just
trusted in Jesus for eternal life
Right Now
or someone who needs a kind ear and prayerful heart, this is the Swingin’ On A Star: Widows’/Widowers’ Banquet
place of service for you. There will be mandatory training dates TODAY | 12:00PM
for this in either March or April. To take part contact Jeanne Come minister to FFC Widows’/Widowers’ during this
Chapman at jeannech@netins.net, or call 223.7220. banquet featuring music from the 1920s, '30s and '40s! We’re
talking Gershwin, Crosby, Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald etc. (JH,
Takin’ it Back to the Streets in 2008 SH)
We had such a great time last summer “Takin’ it to the DODGEBALL!!! Mondays | 7-8:30PM | FFC West Gym
Streets” we thought we would start early with some local minis- Weekly match-ups! Come join us! Our group keeps getting
try work projects. bigger!
Saturday, February 23 | 9AM–2:30PM
We will be working with HOPE Ministries on a Service and Silver Ring Thing | Jan 23—Feb 13
Mission Team. This involves a 2 hour work project, lunch at You won’t want to miss this Wednesday night study! This
HOPE Café and then visiting 6–8 tent camps in the woods along DVD-enhanced Bible study is designed to help you understand
the Des Moines River, delivering food and fellowship. and embrace the challenge to remain abstinent until marriage.
In March we hope to organize a work day at Agape Pregnancy If you want a ring, make sure you get sized! See Julie in the
Center, 2550 Martin Luther King Jr. More details to come. Backdoor. Ring cost $10!
If you have never been involved with some of our local Dare 2 Share | Feb. 22–23
ministries, I challenge you to sign up for one of these upcoming Goal Met! 50 teens!
projects. See what God can accomplish through you by just vol- Remember to turn in
unteering some of your time by contacting John Porter, 255.2122, your deposits of $10
JPorter@FirstFederated.org. will solidify your place
in an awesome trip to
Bell Ringer Needed Lincoln, NE for the Dare
We are in need of an experienced ringer for the Memorial 2 Share Conference, Feb. 22–23. Cost $20. Evangelism training,
Bell Choir for the spring season. Rehearsals are Wednesdays awesome concerts and speakers. $20 is an unheard of price!
from 5:30–6:20PM. Contact Bill Roland, wproland@msn.com, Secure your spot ASAP! We need 7–8 adults to chaperone and
964.4102. drive (preferably with 7 passenger vans). A list of what to bring a
a waiver are in the Backdoor.

Other
M-FUGE | July 20–27
Three reminders
for all those going to
M-fuge. First you need
WEEKLY NEWSPAPER to begin your passport
process this month. Sec-
Regular Submission Deadline: Tuesdays by noon ondly, your 2nd deposit
of $55 was due Jan.15.
We prefer that items be submitted electronically!
Third, the next major deposit of $175 is due April 15, so please
E-Mail: NEWSPAPER@FirstFederated.org be sure that your support letters have gone out by now as well.
All submitted items are subject to submission guidelines and editorial review by Check with Howie for work projects, balances, and scholarship
the church staff. FFC reserves the right to edit submissions info this week.
for length.
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printed in this newspaper, unless otherwise stated. All items published are
quoted in good faith and believed to be free for circulation or public domain.

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 CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
Put on Your Armor
How’s your armor? Ephesians
6 tells Christians to “Put on the
full armor of God so that you
can take your stand against the
devil’s schemes.”
Each week our K-2nd graders
are adding to their armor of God
in KZ Church. Last week we
added the Helmet of Salvation.
The kids learned that salvation
is accepting Christ as Savior
and someday going to heaven,
but it is even more than that. It is what our minds are thinking
about as we live each day. As a helmet protects our head and
gives us a unique identity, the Helmet of Salvation reminds us to
think thoughts that are pleasing to God and remember what He ALOHA!
has done for us. We need to think, speak and meditate on God’s Couldn’t you just feel
Word as protection against our enemy, the devil. So, put on your those balmy, tropical
helmet every day! breezes last Wednesday
night? While it took a
little imagination on a cold winter
day in Iowa, our AWANA clubs
enjoyed Hawaiian night with spe-
Don’t miss “The Number cial games and their best (and
One Thing!” There will be brightest!) summer attire.
treats, prizes, fellowship and
important information to keep you in the know and on the go as a
Children’s Ministry volunteer. It’s all happening in room 1170-71
(across from the nursery) TODAY or next Sunday. Come on
down…even if you forgot to sign up!
Pick one of these four sessions:
Sunday, February 10: 9:00–10:15 or 10:30–11:45
Sunday, February 17: 9:00–10:15 or 10:30–11:45

XtremePM
5th and 6th graders, even if you don’t usually attend on
Wednesday nights, you are welcome to join XtremePM for
“Manners Made Easy.” See you in the Xtreme Room (#205)
at 6:30!

Xtreme Mall Manhunt

Friday, February 15 | 6:30 – 8:30PM
Valley West Mall (meet in the food court)
Our Xtreme Mall Manhunt is just around the corner!
You will be on a search and find mission that is hilari-
ously fun! Bring a little moulah for ice cream as our hunt
will make us very hungry!
Shhhhhh. Be vewy quiet. We’re huntin’ PEOPLE!

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 UPCOMING EVENTS OTHER NEWS
Wednesday Night Meal Sympathy
Feb. 13 Tacos, Corn Casserole, Fruit, Dessert Our sympathy is extended to the family of Ilo Leach. Ilo died
on January 19, 2008.
60 Plus
Tuesday, Feb. 19 | 11:00AM Program | 12:00PM Lunch | Fellowship Hall Thank You
Meet our new man! Pastor Curt De Graff along Thank you so much for the cards and prayers we received
with his wife, Karen, will be our program for this after the death of my brother.
month. A former Iowan, he has come back home, Martha Newell
and he’ll tell you all about himself and his former
ministries. He’ll give you a chance to ask him Library News
questions and let you know about his plans for by June Jaehnel
their new ministry here to the younger generation Many thanks to those who recently donated more fiction
in our community. This will fill a void we’ve had books to the church. The authors are Kingsbury, Lewis,
in our ministry for some time and you’ll want to Wick, Thoene, etc. You will find the new list posted for your
know all about it as we look to God for new things to take place convenience.
among our younger singles and young married folks. Be sure to There are so many other good books on Christian life, Bible
come so he can see our wonderful Seniors (that’s you). study helps and books for men, women and the family. A sheet
We will be serving Swiss and chicken casserole, green beans, is posted for subject numbers to guide you or you can use the
biscuits, Jell-O and dessert. Cost is just $3 per person! subject file cards.
To make your reservation check the appropriate box on the Care Checkout directions are also posted. We ask you to return the
& Communication Card at church or call Colleen at the church books within the 4 week period.
office, 255.2122, no later than noon on Friday, February 15. Enjoy some good reading on these cold winter days!

Date With A Purpose Reminder…

Space is limited for Date With A Purpose events! Food Pantry Collection Sunday is February 17.
Join Gary & Barb Rosberg on May 9. Items needed include:
Visit www.DrGaryandBarb.com for details. • Peanut butter
January 2008 • Dry cereal
Alpha (Mondays | 6:00PM)..................................................................................Started 14 • Packaged ramen noodles
• Canned fruits & vegetables
February 2008 Your continued support of this ministry is appreciated.
New Groups!
Parenting Class Essentials of Discipline (Wednesdays | 6:30PM) .................Starts 13
Developing Your Passion for Jesus (Wednesdays | 6:30PM) .......................Starts 13
Widows’/Widowers’ Banquet (Sunday, 12:00PM) ............................................. Today
Meet Pastor Curt De Graaff (Chapel, 6:00PM) ............................................................17
Signature Sound Concert..................................................................................... 23
All Church Movie Night ......................................................................................... 24

March 2008
Guest Speaker: Dr. Bill Brown (President of Cedarville University) ..................................9
Daylight Savings Time Begins ...............................................................................9
Good Friday ................................................................................................................21

Financial Report Budgeted Missions:

Attendance
02/03/08 .....................................994
General Fund Offering
Last Week
Weekly Need ........................$34,889
Offering ...............................$33,842
Shortage...............................($1,047)
Year to Date: 9/1/07-present
Need ...................................$802,447
Offering ..............................$747,298
Shortage..............................($55,149)
Year to Date: 9/1/07-present
Need ....................................$118,707
Offering ...............................$130,716
Overage ................................$12,009
Mortgage
Current Balance .................. $854,811
Next Payment February 25
Ernie Haase & Signature Sound
Live in Concert | First Federated Church
Saturday, February 23 | 7:00PM
Tickets: $18 Group, $20 Advance, $25 At Door, $25 Artist Circle
Area Bookstores, 800.430.1049, www.TrinityCommunications.org

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