JOIN US SUNDAY AT 10:15 - As we study Jesus' revolutionary teaching in the Gospel of Luke, we'll discover the unexpected, counter-cultural nature of His "Upside-Down Kingdom" and be challenged to live out the ways of Jesus in our spheres of influence. 

AUGUST 18TH LOCATION & TIME CHANGE - On August 18th, our Sunday worship gathering will be held at 11:15am at Dallas City Park. We will NOT gather in our building that morning. Why? Please keep reading... 

BAPTISM & PICNIC ON AUGUST 18TH - We invite you to mark your calendars and plan to join us for our annual picnic & baptism celebration at Dallas City Park. Please plan to arrive at the lawn area by the footbridge by 11:15am and the worship gathering, including baptisms in Rickreall Creek, will begin soon after that. After that, we will provide a full picnic meal! Donations are welcome. Feel free to bring your family and friends to join in the celebration and feast! 

INTERESTED IN BEING BAPTIZED? - If you are a follower of Jesus and would like to learn more about the possibility of being baptized on August 18th, please reach out to a staff person or contact the church office ASAP - info@faithchurchdallas.org. Also, staff will be available after the worship gathering on August 4th. If you want to read more about baptism now, check out THIS POST.

JULY AND AUGUST EVENTS FOR KIDS -  Most ages are welcome! We ask that children 5 and under please bring an adult when they attend to help join in the fun! Contact Debbie Davies with any questions at 503.932.2294. 

• Popsicles on the playground!  July 12th from 10:30 - 12:00 Come play with your friends and enjoy popsicles too!  
• Carousel Fun & Splash Park -Carousel rides and sprinkler fun! Bring your lunch, shorts, and a towel on July 16th from 10:30am to 1:30pm. Sign up HERE.
• Self-Defense & Scripture Day Camp - This scripture and self-defense, martial arts camp is for ages 7 and up! July 29th - August 1st Each day includes: skill building with a focus on respect, scripture and discussion time, snacks, and lots of fun and activity! Please feel free to invite your friends, this will be a week you do NOT want to miss! Sign up here for Self Defense and Scripture Camp! A $50 donation is suggested, but all are welcome regardless. 
• Story Time and Painting - Come hear a story, have a snack, and then paint an animal picture! Join us at church from 1:00pm to 3:00pm on July 22nd and bring $5. Sign up HERE.
• Go to the Movies - Join us to see Sing 2 or Minions:The rise of Gru in Salem! Bring $5 on August 6th - 10:00am to 1:15pm. Sign up 
• Donuts & Playground Fun - Hop in the church van ... pick your favorite from Benny's Donuts and then play at Wildcat Playground in Corvallis! Bring a lunch and $5 on August 12th from 9:30am to 1:30pm. Sign up 

LADIES’ RESTROOM REMODEL – Ladies, plan to use the restroom in the Toddler/Pre-school wing (south entrance) on July 21^st.

THANKFUL FOR UPGRADED SOUND SYSTEM (AND PLEASE "PARDON OUR DUST!") - The Worship Center's aging sound system was really struggling along (unreliable, out of compliance with current codes, broken parts) and that has resulted in really poor sound quality and a lack of ability to monitor proper sound. Therefore, we are excited to report (and invite you to join us in celebrating) God's provision for a much-needed sound system upgrade (already installed!), including the new speakers you see hanging from the ceiling. Thanks for your generosity and for the hours donated by many to make this possible! While installing the new system, we took the opportunity to remove the basketball hoops and old theater style curtains. Please "pardon our dust" as the Worship Center continues transitioning toward being a newly remodeled and refreshed worship space. We hope to update paint, carpets, etc. in the future. If you would like to contribute (above and beyond your usual offerings) to that effort, please designate your gift to "Facility Improvements."

CHRISTMAS IN JULY - Help us as we begin collecting items for Operation Christmas Child! We will focus on specific age groups in the months leading up to the November packing party. This month we are collecting items for 2-4 year old children. Please help us collect, dolls, toys, cars, stickers, toothbrushes, hair bows, or whatever you think a little one would enjoy.  The collection box is near the kids' check in station in the lobby. Questions? Contact Polly Foster 503.930.3080 or Debbie Davies 503.932.2294.  

PASTOR MATT IS ON SABBATICAL - Our Worship Pastor, Matt Ceiplis, is currently on sabbatical until October. You can read more about pastoral sabbaticals HERE. In the meantime, and with thanks to our many worship team volunteers (and occasional guest worship leaders), we'll continue lifting our voices in worship through music each Sunday. And we encourage you to be praying for Matt and family this summer!

WORSHIP THROUGH GENEROSITY - God provides for the ministry of Faith Church through your cheerful, willing, and generous giving. Thank you! You can submit your offering in any of three different ways! Through our Church Center App, in the giving boxes on the back wall, or by texting any amount to 84321. All donations are tax deductible. 

FINANCIAL UPDATE

June 2024:
Budgeted: $43,422.00
Received: $36,816.07
Expenses: $43,878.68
 
2024 Year-to-Date:
Budgeted: $260,532

Received: $238,576.24
Expenses: $257,316.05

Blessings and love upon each and every one of you!