THIS WEEK @ FMC – October 19-25, 2022
This morning (Tuesday, October 18) we celebrated Jack Mace’s life with many family and friends. Part of my sending words at the service were from Jack himself – a poem he wrote and set to music. His words give voice to the profound grace of God Jack experienced in his life, and shared so freely […]
Read postTHIS WEEK @ FMC – October 12-18, 2022
This coming Sunday you’ll find a new hymnal in our pews: Voices Together. Voices Together was published by MennoMedia in 2020 and we have been able to purchase copies for use in our church with generous memorial funds given in memory of Rich and Velma Ratzlaff, and Marcie (and Ron) Woelk. The Introduction to Voices […]
Read postTHIS WEEK @ FMC – October 5-11, 2022
This Sunday Oct 9 join us for a hymn sing-along at 3:30pm. The link above to join is incorrect. Here is the correct link: https://youtu.be/Z03mB-khNRQ (which you may need to copy and paste in your browser). Pre-service music will begin around 3:15pm. We look forward to singing songs of our faith together, led by LeRoy […]
Read postTHIS WEEK @ FMC – September 28-October 4, 2022
26 days!!! We’ve been planning for over 2 years for our Centennial Celebration and now its right around the corner. Right around a closer corner is October 1, the date by which we’d like your RSVP’s. These will be really helpful in planning for the two meals part of the event: the Saturday evening borscht […]
Read postTHIS WEEK @ FMC – September 21-27, 2022
High school. Recycling. Walking. Soup. Perhaps you’re wondering what all these have in common, and if so, I’m glad you asked! 😊 All four represent opportunities in our community just waiting for you to participate in. High school. I recently met with the Salthawk Community Support administrative board which I’m a member of. SCS provides […]
Read postTHIS WEEK @ FMC – September 14, 2022
“But God …” As I mentioned in my sermon this past Sunday, these two little words always catch my attention in scripture. They signal God taking initiative, doing something far beyond any human capacity or attempts to control, manipulate, win or prove. We read it in Genesis 8:1 after reading of a flood covering the […]
Read postTHIS WEEK @ FMC — September 7-13, 2022
The “Season of Creation”has begun!! This is a season set aside to encourage Christians around the world to pray for the earth and take action to protect this holy gift we’ve been given. The season officially began on September 1, the World Day of Prayer for the Care of the Earth, and ends on October […]
Read postThis Week @ FMC – Aug 31-Sept 6, 2022
Two small yellow books have been riding around in my backpack this summer. I’ve been mentioning them during my sermons recently, and thought I would put the details out there just in case any of the rest of you are interested in learning more. Both books were published very recently by MennoMedia: What Is God’s […]
Read postTHIS WEEK @ FMC – August 24-30, 2022
As the new school year gets underway it’s a great time to remember the work and ministry of Salthawk Community Support. The mission of Salthawk Community Support (SCS) is to work together to remove barriers to education for students in need at Hutchinson High School and HMS 8. Pastor Tonya serves on the administrative board […]
Read postTHIS WEEK @ FMC — August 17-23, 2022
Praying for the School Year (written by Illustrated Ministry): God of fresh starts and new beginnings, we bring ourselves, our big feelings, and our backpacks to you. In our backpacks, we carry blank pages, sharpened pencils, and pointy crayons, and in our hearts, we carry big feelings, unanswered questions, and hopeful expectations. There are endless […]
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