Connect to Christ

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Grow with Others

Receive Prayer Requests to be part of praying effectively and purposefully for the people of FACT, Toccoa/Stephens County, and the world via email or text. You can receive them daily, via text, or on the Prayer Wall in our app. Let us know online at FACToccoa.com/prayer/.

Engage the World

Engaging the world as a disciple can be as simple as allowing the Gospel to bubble up and out of us in the context of our daily routine and natural circle of relationships. You encounter more people daily than you realize who need fullness of life in Jesus. Will you start each day asking God to allow you to BLESS one person in our community?

FACT Giving

December 2024
Monthly Needed Income for General Fund = $36,514
Monthly Received for General Fund = $50,876 (39% over budget)

Monthly Needed Income for GCF = $8,432
Monthly Received for GCF = $8,536 (1% over budget)

January 12, 2025
Received for General Fund = $8,672
Received for the GCF = $2,443

Need a 2024 giving statement?  If you do, please request one by emailing giving@firstalliancetoccoa.com or call the church office (706-886-5948). We will only prepare one for those who ask for one. Please indicate how you would like to receive it: pick it up, get it emailed to you, or get it sent to you through snail mail.

FACTFAMILY NEWS

Please take some time to fill our Congregational Survey provided by the Search Committee. Click HERE to take the Congregational Survey. 

Men's Breakfast held on Saturday, January 18 at 8:00 am in the Family Life Center. Men of all ages are invited to this time of food, fellowship, and prayer.

Alliance Women will be meeting Saturday, January 18, at 10:00 am in the Fellowship Hall. Our speaker will be Juls Purser.

Baby shower for Hope and Cleto Lerma, January 18, 2025 from 3:00-5:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. RSVP 706-768-2987. Amazon Registry: https://www.amazon.com/baby-reg/hope-lerma-february-2025-mountairy/1CT05NY9IMZIF. 

Discipleship 316 will begin January 19 at 9:00 am in the Family Life Center. The following will be offered during the next session:

1. "Understanding the Scriptures" will focus on Biblical Themes that tie the Scriptures together, such as the relationship of the Old Testament to the New Testament, the Exodus and Jesus Christ, the People of God, and understanding Biblical prophecy. Taught by Kelly Vickers, Room 212.

2. "Functional Foundations for the Family"  is a class for all ages.  Come join us as we look at parenting, the needs of children, how to stand strong and thrive in a changing world, how scripture guides us, and much more.  This will be a collaborative, welcoming, and interactive class. Taught by Brenna Vickers, Room 211.

3. "Communicating Spiritual Truth Through Biblical Storytelling" 
   Since 75% of the Bible is narrative, there are unlimited ways to use story to communicate spiritual truth. This class will be a practical hands-on way to learn stories that you can use for outreach and discipleship. It will also explore why and how stories seem to be more effective than other more literate ways of communicating the gospel. Taught by Craig Hanscomb, Room 217.

Join Friends and enjoy food, fellowship, and games. This is a community for all ladies and girls. They will meet Friday, January 24 at noon in the Fellowship Hall.

Sunday, January 26, we will be having Farewell Sunday to say goodbye to Terry and Krystal Brown. There will be a basket in the foyer if you wish to leave a card or greeting. After the morning service we will have a potluck dinner with them in the Family Life Center. Please bring your favorite main dish and salad, side, or dessert, according to your last name: 

A - G: Main Dish & Salad H - R: Main Dish & Side  S - Z: Main Dish & Dessert 

Family Festival of Nations is just around the corner. February 23 - March 2, 2025. Mark your calendars!

Council: Join with your Alliance family May 26–30, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio, for a powerful event that will impact the future of The Alliance. Council is a time of fellowship, corporate worship, and drawing close to the heart of God. This year your attendance is critical as we continue Council business, including electing the 13th president of The Christian and Missionary Alliance. This year's theme is His—check out this video to hear more if you missed it!  You can register here. 

The staff of First Alliance Church Toccoa would like to thank you for your generous Christmas gift. For each of us, it has been a blessing and privilege to serve with you this past year. May we all draw closer to Jesus and the experience His joy in greater measure as we continue to serve Him together in the coming year.

“Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow due to change."      James 1:17 

Monthly Prayer Focus

40 Days of Prayer Week 3: Proverbs 19:32
The Sovereignty of God

Things don’t often go according to the ways that we want them to. Life is full of twists and turns. In times of unexpected changes, our faith in a sovereign God serves as a compass to guide us through uncertainty. We can steadfastly hold onto the Lord’s great plans as it makes a profound impact on directing our lives. He orchestrates our schedules, even with abrupt life redirections. Reflecting reveals His unseen control and thereby strengthens our faith. Trust in God's sovereignty, despite disruptions, as He shapes your journey.     By Kevin Pies

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All of Jesus for All the World
Alliance Ministries

United States – Greater Los Angeles Wildfires

At least 10 people are dead, and more than 9,000 structures have been damaged or destroyed as fires rage across the Greater Los Angeles area. As of January 10, there are no Alliance churches near the fire, and The Alliance is not aware of any C&MA families suffering loss. There is smoke and ash but no damage to C&MA properties.

Please pray for:

• The fires to be contained soon and for divine protection for those in harm’s way;

• Protection for firefighters and first responders, as well as strength, stamina, and wisdom as they battle the flames;

• Comfort for those who have lost homes, belongings, and loved ones;

• Wisdom in planning relief and recovery efforts; and

• Opportunities for Alliance people to demonstrate Christ’s compassion to those suffering grief, anxiety, and uncertainty.

Indonesia

• Because of economic conditions, many church leaders in Papua have had to take second jobs, resulting in less time for ministry. Pray for God’s provision.

• Pray for the new field director in Indonesia as she steps into her role. Ask God to give her wisdom in her leadership. Also pray for the current field director as he and his wife begin a new role leading the Asia/Pacific region.

• Pray that those of the majority religion in Indonesia will see Jesus in their believing neighbors. As many Christians recently celebrated the coming of Jesus, pray that they will continue to be a light in the darkness.

Highlights

Office Hours
Tuesday - Friday
10am - 5pm

Sunday 1/19

Discipleship 316
9:00 am,

Coffee & Connection
10:00 am, FH

Worship Service
Kingdom Kids
Nursery & Toddlers
10:30 am
Sanctuary & livestream

Sunday Evening Gathering
6:00 pm, FH

TUESday 1/21

Admin Board Meeting
6:00 pm, Conf Room

Wednesday 1/22

Women’s Prayer
10:00 am, Prayer Room

Prayer for Revival
12:00 pm, Sanctuary

AWANA
6:30 pm, Fellowship Hall

Prayer Meeting
6:30 pm, FLC 212

Youth Group
6:30 pm, FLC

FRIday1/24

Friends
12:00 pm, FH

SATURday1/25

Men’s Prayer Meeting
8:00 am, Library

Sunday1/26

Discipleship 316
9:00 am, FLC

Coffee & Connection
10:00 am, FH

Worship Service
Farewell Sunday
Kingdom Kids & Nursery
10:30 am
Sanctuary & livestream

Farewell Potluck Dinner
12:00 pm, FLC

Sunday Evening Gathering
6:00 pm, FH

LOOKING AHEAD

1/5-2/13, 40 Days of Prayer
2/6, Elder’s Meeting
2/8, Men’s Breakfast
2/15, AW Game Night
2/20, Elder’s Meeting
2/23-3/2, Family Festival of Nations

FH = Fellowship Hall