MEN

Wednesdays, January 10–April 24, 6:15–8:00 p.m., A121/122
Men, join us on Wednesday nights this semester as Steve Atkins, one of our Session elders, leads us on a study of the book of Acts. Acts walks us through the founding and history of the early church. What is the church really to be about? What is God’s plan and intention for it? What is our mission? How did those early followers of Christ spread the Gospel throughout the then-known world and establish the foundation upon which we continue to build to this day?

Wednesdays, January 10–April 24 (No Meeting March 13), 6:15–8:00 p.m., E111 (Men's Outreach Community Group)
Bringing up the gospel may feel awkward or intimidating. It doesn't have to be! Join us as we share personal experiences and discuss creative on-ramps to spiritual conversations. Contact Chuck Dalton with questions or interest.

Wednesdays, January 10–April 24, 6:15–8:00 p.m., A109
Join us for a time of men’s fellowship and some woodworking as we build furniture for newly arriving refugees.  We are partnering with World Relief to build and deliver some basic furniture pieces (currently dining tables) for refugees coming from places like Ukraine, Cuba, and Central America.  The skill level required is minimal. Come make some saw dust and enjoy an evening where you can see the results of your labor. Feel free to bring your power drills if you have one.

Wednesdays, January 10–April 17, 6:15–8:00 p.m., Spurgeon Room (E125)
If you have an adult child, you know that parenting doesn’t stop when a child reaches age 18. In many ways it gets more complicated. Both your heart and your head are as involved as ever, whether your child lives under your roof or barely stays in contact.  

Join us in a support group format as we study this insightful book, learn from and encourage each other. We’ll cover things like healthy and gracious boundaries, the difference between helping and enabling, supporting them when you don’t support their choices, relating to their significant other, living with a broken heart, and much more.  

Please purchase the book through Amazon or other retailer prior to the class beginning. A study/discussion guide will be provided.

Mondays, January 29–April 29, 6:30–8:00 p.m., E135 (Spurgeon Room) “Philippians, Colossians, & Philemon” led by Buddy Jones
These letters were written by the Apostle Paul to four New Testament churches. Paul told Timothy that the Scriptures are profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness. We’ll look for those four benefits each week as we study these letters. The format includes weekly study assignments, small group discussion, and lecture.

Contact Buddy Jones at buddyjones0@gmail.com with questions.

Register here

Wednesdays, March 27–April 17, 6:30–8:00 p.m., A221
Join Josh and Jane Raspberry for a 4-week study on marriage. Entitled, Marriage in the Midst, this study seeks to provide practical principles that will help guide your marriage through the midst of the struggles and trials life can bring. Midweek programming/childcare available (birth–5th grade).

Thursday, April 18, 11:45 a.m., Chapel
Speaker: Tonya Wales, Licensed Bachelor Social Worker (LBSW)Caregivers is a ministry for those caring for loved ones. Tonya has worked in all areas of caregiving. This month she will discuss finding the right caregiver at home or in a facility. Lunch provided. Contact Christy Bicknell or Sue Sharpe, 901-828-2624 with questions. Registration is requested here.

Friday–Sunday, April 19–21, Riverside Resort, Mammoth Spring, Arkansas | Speaker: Josh Raspberry, Pastor of Family Ministry
Men ages 18 and up are invited to join us for a fun weekend of Bible teaching, fish tales, fellowship, and good food. There will be trout fishing, horseshoes, canoeing, kayaking, and more. Bring a friend! Dads are welcome to bring sons age 16 years and older. Register in the Fellowship Hall on Sundays or below.

Contact John Christiansen (652-3355) or Tim Frazier (734-2678) with questions. Need help with online registration? Contact Stephanie Johnson (682-8452).

Mondays, 6:30–7:30 a.m., E234 (Gathering Place)
Join us for a time of prayer and breakfast. For more information, contact Hickman Ewing.

Tuesday, April 23, 6:00–8:00 p.m., Richard Marsh's Home
Dads and boys in kindergarten through middle school interested in Trail Life are invited to join us for a cookout to kick off the year. Contact troop leader Mark Mazzone at 901-238-6370 or markmtraillifetn4170@outlook.com. Find details about Trail Life USA at www.traillifeusa.com/program-overview.

Wednesdays, January 31–May 1, 6:30–7:30 a.m., via Zoom (to be emailed) | “Philippians, Colossians, & Philemon” led by Buddy Jones
These letters were written by the Apostle Paul to four New Testament churches. Paul told Timothy that the Scriptures are profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness. We’ll look for those four benefits each week as we study these letters. The format includes weekly study assignments, small group discussion, and lecture.

Contact Buddy Jones at buddyjones0@gmail.com with questions.

Register here

Midweek Fellowship Meal, Wednesday, April 24, 5:00 p.m., Fellowship Hall
Around 55 students are attending Student Life Camp this summer in Orange Beach, AL ($600/student). To raise funds for camp, we are hosting a Spaghetti Dinner with Live Auction and Silent Auction to raise money for Student Life Camp. Be on the lookout for students selling tickets!

Meal Cost:
$8/adult
$4/child (3–10 years old)
$40 family max
We take cash, checks, or Venmo @fecmemphis.

Silent Auction, Sunday, April 10–24, Fellowship Hall
There will also be a Silent Auction leading up to the Spaghetti Dinner. This portion will begin Sunday, April 10, and remain in the Fellowship Hall until April 24 at 5:00 p.m. The silent auction will then close at the start of the Spaghetti Dinner. Students will submit items or services to be bid on (some examples from last year, include handmade jewelry, crochet projects, paintings, handmade stationery, babysitting, lawn services, etc). 

Live Auction, Wednesday, April 24, Fellowship Hall
This event will, for the majority, be student run.