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BENTON 5724 Alcoa Road Benton, AR 72015

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CABOT 2895 Bill Foster Memorial HwyCabot, AR 72023

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LITTLE ROCK 1401 Kirk Road Little Rock, AR 72223

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My wife and I have always enjoyed building up young couples. Both of us come from strong families with parents and grandparents who were married over 50 years. That’s rare today, and to be able to encourage a young couple that it is possible—that God has both a plan and the power to help them—is a passion of ours.

Mentoring engaged and young married couples has been a fun way to serve our church. For some, it’s just meant meeting with them a few times to get them off on the right foot. For others, it’s continued past the wedding day. We’re able to help them build a strong foundation in their new home. These couples are a joy to get to know and they sincerely want to learn from us. We recently shared with a couple the importance of praying together daily. We told them prayer was the most important habit to build when starting a marriage. We’re confident that making prayer a priority would make a difference in so many areas

MENTORING & MARRIAGEby Tim Bell | Little Rock Campus

of their marriage. The bride-to-be stopped us at church the next Sunday to share they had started that habit and to thank us for advising them in such an important area.

We’ve certainly made mistakes in our 32-year marriage, but part of learning and growing is taking the chance to encourage others and show them a better way. We’ve found our relationship is stronger and we feel more connected with each other when we encourage young couples. Plus, it helps keep us feeling younger!

Couples today want to know how to make marriage work. They need those of us who are further along in the journey to listen, encourage and pray with them. God has given us wisdom from our journey, and through mentoring young couples we’re able to pass on this wisdom. We challenge you to consider being a mentor to influence the couples seeking the wisdom you have to share.

“WE’VE FOUND THAT OUR RELATIONSHIP IS STRONGER

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TEXAS BBQ, COUCHES & DISCIPLESHIP

by Jason Armstrong | Cabot Campus

Last year my family and I were wrapping up our military assignment in Italy, and looking forward to living in the states together for the first time in five years. Most of our family is from Texas, so we were selfishly hoping for a Texas assignment. For years, we’d talked about being back “home” in the San Antonio area close to family and all the Texas BBQ we could desire (we are huge foodies). So, you can imagine our surprise when the ONLY assignment available for us was Little Rock Air Force Base. My wife and I said to each other that God must have a plan if that was the only assignment. He closed all other doors and gave us a clear path to Central Arkansas. We didn’t know anything about the area and the first thing we did was research churches and local restaurants (foodies!). When we came across Fellowship, we just knew that would end up being our church home. We moved last August, found a home in Cabot and started attended the local campus. It was not long until Fellowship launched Core Groups—small, intense men’s discipleship groups. I must say, the guys I meet with each week have been a tremendous blessing to me as a man, husband and father. Again, looking back God was at work. He led us to Arkansas, to Fellowship, to a Core Group. But, He was not done there!

About six months ago, one of the guys in my Core Group asked if I could help move a couch. I didn’t think anything of it—of course I could help a buddy move a couch. Well, that simple chore has changed my world! We ended up taking the couch to an Options Pregnancy Center location in Jacksonville that was just starting up. I had never heard of Options, and when we had finished dropping off the

furniture I began discussing the mission of Options with the director. They wanted to develop a men’s counseling program that would help men that had chosen life prepare for fatherhood. I have a huge heart for men’s ministry, mentoring and discipleship. This program looked like a perfect fit to help guys navigate life at one of their most challenging times. The idea is to encourage them to love

and support their young family, to choose life and to be the men that God has called them to be. Currently, I’ve worked with Options for a few months and I meet with a young man each week. It is extremely humbling to be a part of God’s work at Options and to help men become better prepared for leading and raising families. And to think, all of this started from

moving a couch for a friend from Core Group that started out of Fellowship right here in Central Arkansas…God is good. We still miss our Texas BBQ, but we are so very thankful that Jesus has us right where He wants us.

One of my life verses is 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NIV), “Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourself fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.” No matter where you are at in life, or what your circumstances may be, stand firm in the truth that God has you exactly where He wants you. Every day we have an opportunity to serve a loving and gracious God, and that can look different for you than for me, but no matter the task at hand, it is never done in vain. What couch needs moving in your life?

“EVERY DAY WE HAVE AN OPPORTUNITY TO SERVE A LOVING AND GRACIOUS

GOD, AND THAT CAN LOOK DIFFERENT FOR YOU AND ME, BUT NO MATTER WHAT THE

TASK AT HAND IS—IT IS NEVER DONE IN VAIN.„

FOUR REASONS TO GO ONA FAMILY MISSION TRIP

by Matt Morgan | FSK Pastor

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Is a family mission trip right for my family? Is it worth the time and investment? What will we do and experience on this trip? These are great questions that your family might wrestle with before deciding to go on a family mission trip. If you’re interested in more information, I encourage you to talk to a Missions Pastor or someone who has had the experience. In the meantime, here are four reasons to go on a family mission trip:

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Grow in your faith & model faith for your children

Psalm 145:4 says, “One generation shall commend your works to another, and shall declare your mighty acts.” As parents, we all want to equip our children to have a strong faith in Christ. Serving together on a family trip is a great way for your children to see you live out your faith as an example for them. It’s an even better way for you to see, first hand, how God is growing them into the likeness of his Son.

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See the power of the Gospel transform the hearts

of all mankind

As you worship alongside other families, you get the chance to hear stories of how God’s grace has transformed lives and communities. Last year we walked down a street that once housed a major drug operation. As the grace of God flooded the community, that community was changed. Now, that street is the home of the Fellowship Guatemala Opportunity Center that ministers to over 60 kids. On a family trip, your family has the opportunity to experience life with Guatemalan families and see the transformative power of the Gospel.

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Experience seven days to pray together, worship together &

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The Family Trip schedule is designed to give your family several opportunities each day to pray, study and worship together. Mornings begin with a family devotional before heading out to serve in the community. Throughout the day, there are many opportunities to fellowship and talk as a family while serving those around you. Each night ends with a time of worship and debriefing about what you see God do that day.

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Spark a lifestyle of service for your family that will continue

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Before the return flight lands in Little Rock, your family will already be talking about when and how to get back to Guatemala. The experiences you’ll share with other Fellowship families and the families of Fellowship Guatemala will leave a mark on your heart. It’s an experience that pulls us out of selfishness and into a lifestyle of service. The greatest part is watching this passion for serving others grow into serving in other areas back home—like local missions!

One of the reasons I came to work at Fellowship is the close partnership our campus has with the elementary school across the street. Last spring, the principal came to the church and asked us to help with some fourth grade ladies who needed some extra guidance.

Tea Party Club was created through one of our members. For a set number of weeks, we spent time with this small group of girls and had a tea party while teaching them what it means to be a lady. I had no idea how the Lord would use us as we ministered in this unique way.

We ended in May and summer came and went. One day in September, a mom of one of the girls from Tea Party Club found her way

TEA PARTY CLUBby Amber Twigger | Benton FSK Director

to my office. She doesn’t go to Fellowship and I’m not even sure we told her where we were from. She proceeded to tell me that her now fifth grade daughter wanted to start a Bible study at school with some of her girlfriends and asked if I could help. I of course said “YES!”

The Bible study started with six girls and now includes fourteen. These girls genuinely want to learn about the Bible and have some really deep questions. Our church faithfully gave, five women were faithful to bring the Tea Party Club to this school, and one girl was called to start a Bible study. Now, fourteen girls are learning about God. This opportunity shows the influence our church Body can have when we follow God’s lead into the lives of our neighbors in our communities.

D-GROUP: SERVING BEYOND EXPECTATION

by Rita O’Kelley Stone | Little Rock Campus

Members of D Groups can expect to experience a community unlike any other, a community that meets needs and bears burdens for one another. Mark and Pamela Trover’s D Group is a shining example of this type of love. They have ministered to a beloved member, Suzie James, for many years, and they have not stopped when the needs have persisted past most people’s “comfort zones.”

Suzie’s life has been filled with many hardships and much sadness. She’s had three strokes and suffers from a chronic disease that keeps her in the ICU at times, but she isn’t without the support and love of her church family.

Chuck and Rachel Morse, also D Group leaders, have known Suzie for over 30 years. They sit with her at doctor’s appointments and lift her up during those times when sickness seems overwhelming. Suzie shares with them a heart for the inner city, serving at Dunbar and Central and mentoring, teaching, and being family to the broken.

Suzie also bears the burden of her mother’s cancer. She travels to Sherwood regularly to care for her and when the travel became a heavy burden, her church family met her need. Chuck and Rachel’s D Group came alongside the Trover D Group to help. They approached the church and were provided with help from the Benevolence Fund, which is exactly the purpose it’s meant to serve. This is a great example of Brotherhood and Sisterhood in Christ, to go and ask on behalf of another who is in need. All our communities can only hope to exhibit such active love.

While Suzie’s community is serving her like Jesus, she is serving others and connecting them to the church. A woman who visited Suzie in the hospital many times shared a

story of being changed forever by Suzie’s kindness. This woman previously had a family member who was undergoing surgery when Suzie stopped by her home. She had never met Suzie before. Suzie knew the details of the surgery through a D Group connection and lovingly supported her during this visit. This prompted the woman to attend church with her husband and she eventually became a Christian. Suzie is, according to her, “the woman who saved her life.” Suzie’s kindness during a time of need was God’s way of drawing this woman to Himself and now she is able to visit and minister to Suzie while she struggles with a life-threatening disease.

Those around her say Suzie James lives in obedience to God; a wife, mother, friend, artist, and employee. She is a faithful, giving, loving, genuine, joyful, loyal, persevering Christ-follower. She is colorful, a creative genius, and hilarious. She has lovingly served the Body of Christ throughout her days and now she is on the receiving end of that love. D Group has provided a safe environment, transparency, accountability, and help in a time of need for Suzie, as it can and should for all those who participate in it.

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EPIC AFTER SCHOOLResumes Wednesday, February 3 | 3-5 pm This after-school program tutors kids but it doesn’t stop there. We share the Good News and kids experience the Bible—some hearing its truth for the very first time. Be part of what God is doing in the lives of these young students! Sign up at the Connection Center or email benton@fellowshiponline.com.

EPIC DINNERSBe intentional about modeling discipleship to your kids through hospitality and dinner conversation. Enjoy a meal as a family and get to know another family in our community! Dinner is provided and takes place on campus. Email benton@fellowshiponline.com for more information.

SHORT-TERM MISSION TRIPJuly 16-22 | GuatemalaVisit fellowshiponline.com/goglobal for more information.

FELLOWSHIP NEXTJan 24 | Following Second Service

Multipurpose Room | FSK Wing

Want to learn more about Fellowship? We invite you to attend our Fellowship Next gathering to meet other people checking out Fellowship and to hear from pastors about connection opportunities.

Register at fellowshiponline.com/events or at the Connection Center.

BAPTISM SUNDAYJan 24 | 9 & 11 am

Baptism is an important and exciting step for every follower of Christ.

If you would like to learn more about baptism or be baptized, stop by the Connection Center for information.

MEMBERSHIP CLASSWednesdays | Feb 3-24 | 6:30-8 pm

Multipurpose Room | FSK Wing

If you’re interested in becoming a member of Fellowship, we invite you to attend our four-week class and hear about our values, heart and mission. Attendance is required to become a member.

Register at fellowshiponline.com/events or at the Connection Center.

CHILD DEDICATIONMay 8 | 9 & 11 am | Mother’s Day

Child Dedication is a way to publicly affirm your desire to raise your child in a godly way.

For information, visit the Connection Center or email us at benton@fellowshiponline.com.

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D CAFÉ& Chili Potluck

Sun, Jan 10 | 6:30 pm

ASK IT For the weeks to come, we’re going to have a box at the

Connection Center. We want you to ask any Biblical question you have while being able to be anonymous. We’ll have a panel for the evening to answer the questions and

spark discussion. Don’t forget your favorite chili! Sign up at the Connection Center to reserve your table. To reserve

child care, email benton@fellowshiponline.com.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIP GROUPSOur small groups are called Discipleship Groups, or D Groups. These model our values to make disciples who live out the mission of Jesus Christ. If you want to meet others who are seeking to grow together in God’s grace, join a group. Questions about where you’d fit best? Visit the Connection Center or fellowshiponline.com/smallgroups.

CONNECT GROUPSGrow as disciples within the context of life and relationships. Groups have 5-15 members, are co-ed, and usually meet at various times on Sunday afternoons. Stop by the Connection Center or visit fellowshiponline.com/smallgroups.

CORE GROUPSWork through a defined framework of curriculum, practice and experiences that teach in-depth truths of following Jesus and Scripture. These Discipleship Groups are made up of four to five men or women who meet weekly and grow in faith and discipleship for 14-16 months. Stop by the Connection Center or visit fellowshiponline.com/smallgroups.

WINTER GATHERINGJan 7 | 7 pm | Little RockJoin us for a night of Scripture, worship, and prayer as we kick of the new year together. Jen Wilkin, author of Women of the Word, is coming to speak to us from Exodus 1 on God as The Great Deliverer. No registration required.

IF: GATHERINGFeb 5-6 | Little RockJoin this global gathering of women across denominations, generations, and cultures for a fresh, deep, honest space to wrestle with the question: IF God is real...THEN what? The cost is $30 and includes snacks and lunch. Register at fellowshiponline.com/women.

WOMEN’S SMALL GROUP STUDIESJoin other women this spring for a study that fits your schedule. Free child care available upon registration. Sign up at the Connection Center or fellowshiponline.com/women.

MORNING EDITION– Tuesdays | Jan 5-Feb 23 | 9:30-11:30 am

EVENING EDITION– Wednesdays | Jan 13-Mar 2 | 6:30-8 pm

Restless: Because You Were Made for More Jennie Allen explains how your gifts, pas-sions, places, and relationships aren’t ran-dom; they’re deliberate and meaningful. What would happen if God got bigger than your fear and insecurity, and you spent the rest of your life running without reserva-tion after his purposes for you? You were created for more! $15

PRECEPT UPON PRECEPT– Fridays | begins Jan 8 | 10 am-Noon

Unveiling the Book of Revelation- part 3 Through careful observation of the text,

discover exactly what God says will take place in end times. $30

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FELLOWSHIP KIDS (FSK)FSK is a place where kids learn the character of God, grow in understanding of who Jesus is, and show the world the joy within us. Our goal is to make each moment we have with our kids count and to disciple and lead them well.

DADDY/DAUGHTER BALL Feb 12 | 6 pm | Hurricane Creek Elem This annual event provides great moments for fathers, grandfathers, and male role models to speak into the lives of these precious girls. We need a team to make this evening great. Sign up to volunteer at the Connection Center.

FAMILY GAME NIGHTFeb 19 | 6:30-8:30 pm Mark your calendar for a night of games with other families from Benton! This will be a night designed to help bring families together to have some fun. More details coming soon.

FIFTY6 (5TH & 6TH GRADERS)This year, we’re striving to be more active with our fifth and sixth graders. Our hope and prayer is that through building community outside of the church walls, we’ll better prepare them for an easier transition into student ministry. In January, Fifty6 is learning about grace in Amazing Grace. Each week will help preteens discover how God’s grace saves us and sustains us. In February, Fifty6 will be learning what God’s Word says about anger and forgiveness in a series called Count to Ten. These lessons will encourage preteens to forgive others the way Christ has forgiven us.

FIFTY6 MOVIE NIGHTJan 29 | 6:30-9 pm | Morse’s House

FIFTY6 WORSHIP NIGHTFeb 17 | 6:30 pm

FELLOWSHIP STUDENT MINISTRIESFSM provides a place for 7-12th grade students to connect with God, leaders and other students. We want to help your student grow in their faith and in their knowledge of the Bible. By complimenting what parents are teaching at home, FSM assists with students’ spiritual development.

FSM ECHOWednesdays | 6:30-8 pm | the Barn Echo is our mid-week time of worship, teaching, and community for students.

FSM D GROUPSGroups resume Wed, Jan 6 and Sunday, Jan 10.

REALITY WEEKENDJan 15-17 Reality Weekend is a youth discipleship weekend partnering with other churches in Saline County. Students have large group worship sessions with other churches and spend the weekend in homes of church members. They are led in small groups throughout the weekend by college students. $50 cost covers the entire weekend. This is a great event to bring friends! Deadline to register is January 6.

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D CAFÉ & CHILI DINNERSunday | Jan 10 | 5-7 pm

FELLOWSHIP NEXTJan 24 | 10:45 am

Whether you are new or have been around a while, pull up a chair and learn more about Fellowship. You’ll hear about our story, vision and ministries. You’ll also get to meet our leaders, ask questions, and learn about next steps to be a part of what God is doing here. To register, email dprice@fellowshiponline.com.

MEMBERSHIP CLASSSundays in Feb | 10:30 am

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If you’re interested in becoming a member we invite you to attend our four-week class and hear about our values, heart and mission. Attendance is required to become a member. Register at fellowshiponline.com/events or at the Connection Center.

BAPTISM CELEBRATIONClass: Jan 10

Service: Feb 7

Baptism is an important and exciting step for every follower of Christ. If you’d like to learn more about baptism or be baptized, email dprice@fellowshiponline.com to register.

We talk a lot about small groups because that’s where we believe God does His best work in our lives. Groups meet weekly at various times and places around Cabot to grow together as followers of Jesus. To learn more about our different groups and how you can jump in, visit fellowshiponline.com/smallgroups.

CONNECT GROUPS Connect Groups are made up of 5-15 people who study Scripture, pray and encourage one another.

CARE GROUPS Care Groups focus on following Jesus through a particular need in life, such as finances, marriage, foster care/adoption support, and military spouses.

CORE GROUPS Connect Groups are made up of 5-15 people who study scripture, pray and encourage one another.GE

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Eat some chili and then be equipped as a dis-ciple in Scripture, theology, relationships or spiritual practices. Come together with your D Group or if you are not a part of D Group, learn more about them this evening.

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WOMEN’S GROUPS Connect and grow with other women in any of our spring studies. Child care is provided. Learn more and register by emailing dprice@fellowshiponline.com.

BLOOMWednesdays | starting Jan 27 | 9 amConnect with women from all stages of life to grow spiritually, and pour that growth into your families during the rest of the week; Led by Allison Herndon and Kris Redenius.

UNDERSTANDING THE BIBLE Wednesdays | starting Jan 26 | 6:30 pm Connect with other women and grow in your understanding of scripture; Led by Kristi Merrick.

WOMEN’S WINTER GATHERING Thursday | Jan 7 | 7pm | Little Rock All women are invited to kick off our new year! We’ll have amazing worship and a challenge from author/speaker, Jen Wilkins. Come ready to get excited for our year together and to be challenged for what’s ahead.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIPIF: GATHERING Feb 5-6 | Little RockA fresh, deep, honest space for women to ask the question: IF God is real ... THEN what? This two-day simulcast gathering with live components brings women together to wrestle through how to live out the calling God has placed on our lives. Register at fellowshiponline.com/women.

FELLOWSHIP MEN 33 Wednesdays | starting Jan 27 | 6 am A Man and His Fatherhood: Being a Dad is one of the biggest blessings and one of the biggest challenges in life. Our children are a blessing from God given to us to steward as His children. We have a perfect heavenly father who equips us to be the dad he is calling us to be. Join us for six weeks as we are equipped in our role as father.

MISSIONSGO LOCAL: CABOT OPPORTUNITIES

To find out about upcoming events and opportunities to serve with our local ministry partners: The CALL and CASA (foster and adoption care), Options Pregnancy Center, Lonoke County Christian Clinic, or First Care and Hope’s Closet (food and clothing

pantries), visit fellowshiponline.com/golocal.

GO GLOBAL: HONDURAS 2016 MISSION TRIPSpots are still available on our mission to Honduras, June 11-18 to work with World

Gospel Outreach. To learn more, visit fellowshiponline.com/goglobal.

MILESTONE CLASS: PREPARING FOR ADOLESCENCEJan 10 | 5 pmJoin pastors Bryan Crowley and Tyler Kemp as they equip parents for this pivotal moment in the lives of their children.

FIFTY6Fifty6 is for all 4-6th graders on Sunday mornings at both the 9 and 11 am services. In January, Fifty6 is learning about grace in Amazing Grace. Each week will help preteens discover how God’s grace saves us and sustains us. In February, Fifty6 will be learning what God’s Word says about anger and forgiveness in a series called Count to Ten. These lessons will encourage preteens to forgive others the way Christ has forgiven us.

FAMILY SWEETHEART’SPANCAKE BREAKFASTFeb 13 | 8:30-10 amKids bring a parent to a pancake breakfast hosted by FSK. Mothers and sons, fathers and daughters, or any pairing of child and parent to enjoy some sweetheart time over pancakes.

SERVE IN FSKThis month is a great time to jump in and serve with us in FSK. We need your help loving children, hosting families, and lifting Jesus high in Fellowship Kids this Spring/Summer. Serve at either 9 or 11 am every other week. To join our team or find out our current needs, email BCrowley@fellowshiponline.com.

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ECHOResumes Jan 6 | Wednesdays | NEW TIME 6:30-7:45 pm ECHO is our weekly time of worship, teaching, and community for 7-12th grade students.

FSM D GROUPS Email tkemp@fellowshiponline.com to sign up or learn more about our grade and gender-specific discipleship groups for students. Many our FSM DGroups will be meeting after Echo from 7:45-8:30 pm. Contact your leader to learn more.

FSM WINTER CHILL Junior High Trip | Feb 12-14 || Senior High Trip | Feb 19-21 Sign up now for a weekend of great worship and teaching at New Life Ranch in Oklahoma! Early Bird price deadline is January 6, final deadline is January 14. Go to fellowshiponline.com/students for info and to register.

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BAPTISM CLASSJan 3 | 11 am | the StationFeb 7 | 9 am | the Station

BAPTISM CELEBRATIONJan 24 | 9 & 11 am

ASH WEDNESDAYFeb 10 | Noon & 7 pm | the WarehouseAsh Wednesday services are a time of deep reflection, repentance and focus on what Christ did for us on the cross. Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of Lent, which is the 40-day period before Easter. Come participate in this moving experience in preparation for the Easter season.

NIGHT OF PRAYERJan 4 & Feb 1 | 6:30-7:45 pm | the WarehouseJoin us for a night of worship and prayer. Together we’ll seek God’s direction for our church and lives. Child care is available by registration; email childcare@fellowshiponline.com.W

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FELLOWSHIP NEXTJan 10 | 10:45 am | the Station

Want to learn more about Fellowship? We invite you to attend our Fellowship Next gathering to meet other people checking out Fellowship and to hear from pastors about connection opportunities.Register at fellowshiponline.com/events.

MEMBERSHIP CLASSJan 17-Feb 7 | 10:45 am | the Station

If you’re interested in becoming a member of Fellowship, we invite you to attend our four-week class and hear about our values, heart and mission. Attendance is required to become a member.Register at fellowshiponline.com/events.

ADULT DISCIPLESHIPCORE Are you looking for a way to be more consistent in God’s word, and to really understand what it is saying? A Core Group is for you. Core Groups are designed to be small groups of 4-6 people going through the scriptures together for about a year. You will go through a biblical overview of the Old and New Testament as you talk about life’s ups and downs seeing how God’s word applies to all of life. The goal is to produce transformation in your life, and motivate you to multiply what God has done in your life into the lives of others.Women sign up at fellowshiponline.com/women; men visit fellowshiponline.com/men.

DISCIPLESHIP GROUPSDiscipleship groups (D Groups) are small groups that live out the values of our church and make disciples that live out the mission of Jesus Christ. We have three types of D Groups: Connect, Core, Care. To learn more visit fellowshiponline.com/smallgroups or email dgroups@fellowshiponline.com.

SUNDAY MORNING D GROUP Starts Jan 24 | 9-10:30 am | Admin OfficeGayle and Sandy Bone will lead this small group called 20 Great Questions. It’s a great way to plug in to a D Group at Fellowship. If you’re new we’d love for you to come get connected and learn about the practical beliefs of the faith. Email Jessie at jfinn@fellowshiponline.com to register.

LEADER APPRECIATION WINTER PICNIC Jan 24 | After Each Service | in FSMJoin the Adult Discipleship team as we thank you for leading your D Group this year. Lunch will be provided for you and your family. Register at fellowshiponline.com/events.

2-1 PREMARITAL CLASSFeb 2-Mar 22 | 6:30 pm | the StationIf you are engaged or newly married we encourage you to be part of this class as you prepare to be married for a lifetime. Register at fellowshiponline.com/events.

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D CAFÉSun, Jan 10 | 6-8 pm | the Warehouse

THE FALL OF MANKINDtaught by Brandon Barnard

Each D Café is focused on Fellowship’s Confession of Faith, which outlines what we believe as followers of Jesus Christ. In this D Café we are discussing the Fall of Mankind, its effects on all of us, and the hope we need through the Gospel. We’ll specifically discuss topics like the relationship between evil and God’s sovereignty (How can a good and holy God allow evil to exist?), the extent to which sin affects us (What does total depravity really mean?), and God’s judgment on sin (Are the God of the Old Testament and the God of the New Testament the same God?). This is a great class to be part of regardless of how long you’ve been a Christ-follower. Consider coming together as a D Group, too.

Register for child care at fellowshiponline.com/events.

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WOMEN’S WINTER GATHERING Jan 7 | 7 pm | the WarehouseJoin us as Jen Wilkin, author of Women of the Word, from the Village church in Texas, speaks to us from Exodus 1 on God as The Great Deliverer. Even as He was delivering His people back then, He is still delivering us—our fears are stilled in the light of His presence. Come kickoff our year together—it will be a night of worship, Scripture, and challenge for the months ahead—for all of our campuses. No registration required.

IF: GATHERING Feb 5-6 | $30 | Additional donations support IFJoin this global gathering of women across denominations, generations, and cultures as we come together in the name of Jesus. For the second year we’ll ask, IF God is real, then what? We love exploring what that means in a community of women who care about each other and want to look more like Jesus. Cost will include snacks and lunch Saturday. Register at fellowshiponline.com/women.

WOMEN’S SMALL GROUPS Starting the week of Jan 11We’d love to have you join one of our small groups. These groups are held Tuesday and Thursday mornings, and Wednesday nights, with limited free child care available. Find out more about and register for Bloom, Core, Embracing Purpose, Five Aspects, Morning Edition or our Precepts small groups at fellowshiponline.com/women or call the church at 501-224-7171 and ask for Christie Greeson.

WOMEN’S NEW TESTAMENT OVERVIEW Jan 13 & 20 | 6:30 pm | in RipTide OR Jan 14 & 21 | 9:30 am | in RipTide There will be a two-week New Testament Overview open to all women. If you’re interested in attending or want more info, email Christie at cgreeson@fellowshiponline.com.

The One whom we most need to behold has made himself known. He has traced with a fine hand the lines and contours of his face. He has done so in his Word. We must search for that face, though babies continue to cry, bills continue to grow, bad news continues to arrive unannounced, though friendships wax and wane, though both ease and difficulty weaken our grip on godliness, though a thousand other faces crowd close for our affection, and a thousand other voices clamor for our attention. By fixing our gaze on that face, we trade mere human glory for holiness. ― Jen Wilkin

MEN’S CORE GROUPSAre you looking for a way to be more consistent in God’s word, and to really understand what it is saying? A Men’s Core Group is for you. Core Groups are small groups of four to six men going through the scriptures together for about a year as you talk about life’s ups and downs–seeing how God’s Word applies to all of life. The goal is to produce transformation in your life, and motivate you to multiply what God has done in your life into the lives of others.

33 VOL. 6 A MAN AND HIS FATHERHOOD Jan 27 – Mar 2 | 6:30 am | the Warehouse Being a dad is one of the biggest blessings and one of the biggest challenges in life. Our children are a blessing from God, given to us to steward as His children. We have a perfect heavenly father who equips us to be the dad he is calling us to be. Join us for six weeks as we are equipped in our role as father.

YOUNG ADULT D GROUPSThere are always things going on through our D Group communities. To connect, email Rory at ryates@fellowshiponline.com.

YOUNG ADULT SATURDAY SEMINAR: ROMANCE March 12 | 9 am-Noon | in FSMOur mission statement as a church talks about living by God’s grace. What does that mean when it pertains to matters of the heart? How has God designed romance to work, and how does the Church and the gospel empower God’s plan for romantic love? Roll out in your sweats, grab a bagel when you arrive, and join the discussion.

GETTING TO THE HEART OF PARENTING by Paul David Tripp

Join us as our Family Ministry Pastors lead us through this 10-week study to be not merely better parents but instruments of grace in our children’s lives.

FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY by Dave Ramsey

This nine-week course teaches wise methods of handling money.

WHAT DID YOU EXPECT? by Paul David Tripp

This is a 12–week study with teaching, practical discussion and application of Gospel-centered

truths in marriage.

RENEWTuesdays | 6:30-8:30 pm

Starts in the Warehouse

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Need help with your marriage? Finances? Personal struggles? Divorce? Death in the family?Renew is focused on equipping you through 10-14 week studies of the gospel of Jesus Christ for the ups and downs of life. Join us and be equipped in one of the following areas. Studies beginning on

January 19. Child care and food in the Café are available. Register at fellowshiponline.com/renew.

CARE

STEPHEN MINISTRYDo you need one-to-one care? We have gifted people that are extensively trained to support and encourage you in your time need. For information email stephenministry@fellowshiponline.com.

HOME REPAIR TEAM This team works on projects like repairing fences, sink faucets, steps and more. It also serves as an advocate for widows and single moms when meeting with contractors about larger projects. If you have a need or would like to volunteer, email dskrivanos@fellowshiponline.com.

VISITATION TEAM Twice a month team members encourage, talk and pray with those who can no longer attend church because of health reasons. Want to join the team or know someone who needs a visit? Email care@fellowshiponline.com.

HOW YOU GROW“Try harder” or “let go and let God.” Which is it? Join us as we teach through this 12-week, in-depth study on God’s plan and provision for us to fight against sin and grow up spiritually.

GRIEFSHAREThis 13-week study group will help those suffering the loss of a loved one.

DIVORCECAREThis 13-week study group to experience discipleship in the midst of this difficult season.

MORE STUDIES TO COME ...Check fellowshiponline.com/renew for a full list of available studies.

FAMILY DISCIPLESHIPFELLOWSHIP KIDS

FSK invites all children (infants - 6th grade) to join us either service, 9 or 11 am, to experience what it means to become a disciple who lives by God’s grace at home and across the world.

FELLOWSHIPKIDS HAS AN APP! The FellowshipKids app is designed to help parents disciple their children using intentional moments and conversations in their daily routine. Whether you’re in the car or around the dinner table, parents can use this guide to spark Gospel-centered conversation. Download today! Available for Apple, Windows, and Android devices.

FIFTY6In January, Fifty6 is learning about grace in Amazing Grace. Each week preteens will discover how God’s grace saves and sustains us. February, we’ll learn what God’s Word says about anger and forgiveness in a series called Count to Ten. These lessons will encourage students to forgive as Christ has forgiven us.

ADOLESCENCE MILESTONE CLASS Jan 17 | 11 am | in FSM Parents of 5 and 6th graders, we encourage you to attend this class to help prepare you as you begin to navigate your preteen through the transition from childhood to adolescence.

4TH GRADE NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM Jan 22 – 23 | fri 6 pm-Sat 8:30 am | $35Imagine sleeping under a lungfish or next to a giant weather globe! Be part of an overnight experience that will make lasting memories. We will have a night filled with fantastic programming from the staff at the museum. Register at fellowshiponline.com/events.

FELLOWSHIP STUDENT MINISTRY

PASSION CONFERENCEJan 2-4 | Atlanta Please pray for our seniors attending this conference that they will become a generation focused on making the name of Jesus famous.

SPRING LAUNCHEcho, our weekly large group meeting for Junior and Senior High kicks off Jan 3, 5:30-7 pm for Junior High and 7:30-9 pm for Senior High. D Groups launch the week of January 10.

WINTER CHILL Jr High | Feb 12-14 || Sr High | Feb 19-21Sign up for a weekend of great worship and teaching at New Life Ranch in Oklahoma! Go to fellowshiponline.com/students. Early Bird deadline is Jan 6, final deadline is Jan 14. Please pray as over 500 students and adults dive deeper into the words of Christ through extended worship and great teaching.

SPRING VOLUNTEER TRAINING Jan 31 | 4-5:30 pm | FSM AuditoriumIf you volunteer in FSM, you belong here! We will have several training sessions to equip you as you continue to pour into students

COLLEGE READY Feb 3 | 6-7:30 pm | the StationJoin us for another session designed to launch seniors into life after high school.

FAMILY WORSHIP NIGHT Feb 24 | 7 pm | the WarehouseThe whole family is invited to this night where we will worship and sing together!

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THE EXODUS PROJECTThe Exodus Project’s goal is to return paroled offenders as fully restored citizens, ready and equipped to strengthen the social, economic, moral and spiritual fabric of their communities. If you’re interested in partnering with us visit fellowshiponline.com/golocal.

THRIVE! PRAY NOW EVENINGJan 12 | 6:30 pm | FSM AuditoriumThe Pray Now team will lead us in corporate worship and prayer. Pray Now is a ministry of central Arkansas partnering with God through prayer for the release of justice, transformation and revival in our region.

THRIVE! MOM’S BREAKFASTFeb 4 | 9 am | Grandma’s GardenAll adoptive and foster moms are invited to join us for fellowship and prayer. Breakfast will be provided. Register yourself and for child care at fellowshiponline.com/events.

GLOBAL MISSION TRIPSWe’ve strategically partnered with ministries across the world to spread God’s love and make disciples of all nations. For info and to sign up go to fellowshiponline.com/goglobal.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT MINISTRY God has brought the world to Little Rock. There are students from 70 countries at UALR and many others at UAMS. Interested in loving, learning from, praying for and sharing the love of Jesus with these future global leaders? Contact Frank at 501-777-9346 or ffosdahl@fellowshiponline.com.

KINGDOM QUILTERSFirst Mon & Third Sat | Rm 2160 (by FSM)We make lap quilts for individuals who are very ill or dying. We need your help to do this as we challenge ourselves to make more each year. If you are a quilter or would like to become one, call 501-224-7171.

DISASTER RELIEF TEAM TRAININGFeb 20 | 8:30-3 pm | in RipTideInterested in being a part of our Disaster Relief team? Attend our training to receive your Disaster Relief Badge to become a first-responder when severe weather hits our community. This event, presented by the Arkansas Baptist State Convention, must be completed to receive your badge. Visit fellowshiponline.com/events to become a part of our team!

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GUATEMALA Mar 4 - 11 Leadership DevelopmentGUATEMALA Mar 18 - 25 Family TripNEPAL Mar 18 - 26 For All Mankind MovementGUATEMALA Apr 30 - May 7 Young Adult TripHONDURAS Jun 4 - 11 Medical & ServiceGUATEMALA Jun 20 - 26 Construction & ServiceGUATEMALA Jun 27 - Jul 4 FSM TripPOLAND Jun 30 - Jul 11 FSM TripGUATEMALA Jul 1 - 8 Discipleship Training & VBSHONDURAS Jul 9 - 16 Medical & Service

TYLER STREET OPPORTUNITY CENTER

Tyler Street Opportunity Center (TSOC) is a place where God’s resources are used for His purpose and by His people to introduce and grow others in Christ. TSOC offers a variety of ministry and serving opportunities that use the facility. Explore ways to connect with us there:

COMMUNITY OF GRACE HEALTH CENTERSecond Tues, Wed, Thurs | MonthlyCOGHC provides holistic ministry–physical and spiritual nurturing–to our south midtown neighbors at Tyler Street Opportunity Center. Medical and non-medical volunteers are needed.

PASSPORT TO SUCCESSSecond Tues, Wed, Thurs | MonthlyThis cross-cultural family ministry connects families in our church with families in the Franklin Elementary School neighborhood. Volunteers are needed for our after-school program. Families are also needed to meet with midtown families once a month as part of our family connection dinners

ESL & LIFE SKILLS CLASSESWe need coaches to come alongside adult students. Some will be learning English and others will be learning how to bridge out of poverty. This is a great opportunity for one-on-one discipleship with other adults.

FOR MOR E I N FOR M AT ION & TO S IGN U P TO S E RV E V I S I T:

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