Morning Worship, 10:30 am

We will hear a curious story about a man who is possessed by 2000 demons.  Jesus exorcises them, thereby restoring the man’s health.  One would think this would be great news to the townspeople who kept him in shackles and chains for fear of him.  But instead, the townspeople are so frightened of Jesus they ask him to leave. 

Demon possession is not a part of our vernacular, so this story is a little hard to understand.  But we can understand clinging to something that is not good for us because we are afraid of letting go and what that might bring.  Can you think of things you cling to because you worry what will happen if you let them go?  We’ll talk about this on a personal level but also on a corporate level.

Speaking of church, only 6 people have left comments about what brings them to church.  Please, leave a comment.  It will only take a couple minutes of your time.  Your answer, no matter what it is, is valuable.  You can find the link here: http://www.faithdesperes.org/journal/2012/1/22/what-compels-you.html. Thank you.

Sunday School for Children and Youth

Confirmation class will meet in the youth room at 9:15.  The elementary and middle school class will gather at 10:45 after spending some time in church.  Have you invited a friend to church lately?  Invite them to join the fun!

Adult Discussion Group, 9 am

This Sunday Eric and Sarah Ludlow will lead our discussion as we continue our year long look at issues in education.  Sarah and Eric will focus their discussion on educational issues from the teacher’s perspective.  I hope that you will be able to join us on the 29th.  The ADG meets from 9:00 AM to 10:15 AM in the Adult Room on the 2nd floor of the education wing.  Coffee is available.

The book study resumes on February 5, led by Ron Scott.  This year’s book is God Is Not One: The Eight Rival Religions that Run the World, by Stephen Prothero.  The February 5 discussion will focus on Buddhism and Hinduism.  The book may be purchased from Amazon or Barnes & Noble, or downloaded to your Kindle or Nook.

Congregatinal Meeting Sunday

We have a congregational meeting after church this Sunday for the purpose of approving church by-laws and an amended endowment declaration and electing an Elder to the Class of 2013.

Meet and Greet Lunch

Are you interested in finding out more about Faith Des Peres?  We’re hosting an informal lunch after church on Sunday, February 5 from 11:45-12:45.  Meet and Greet is an opportunity for you to learn more about the church, to ask questions and to meet others in the congregation.  If you are interested in finding out more about Meet and Greet or becoming a part of Faith Des Peres please contact Terry Baker or Annie Epling (pastor@faithdesperes.org, 432-8029)