October Potluck this Sunday: The special communion service followed by potluck luncheon for October will be held this Sunday, October 5. Plan to bring something yummy to share with your Faith family as we gather to share a meal together after church.

 

October Session: Your Session Members will be meeting on October 12 at 1:00pm. Please submit all reports at any time before then. Now is also the time to make plans for any holiday parties. Would you like to host an event at Faith? Let your Session know by filling out an event form!

 

Men’s Fellowship: The Men of Faith will be meeting on Monday, October 13 for a light meal and fellowship. Ask Bud Averill for details and mark your calendar now to join them.

 

Church Improvements: The Narthex has been in the process of being painted this week. Recently, the North Doors were replaced, although there is still some work to be completed. Also, two A/C units were repaired/replaced. Thank you, again, to Kathy Briggs for seeing these projects through! Hallelujah! However, we are still looking for ways to raise the funds to pay for these repairs. Please speak to a Session Member if you can help.

 

How God Chooses Champions: Take a moment to get inspired with this short video by Matthew Kelly: 

https://youtube.com/shorts/hNtWr3QFDMg?si=8zoU5160WQnulqFk

 

Bible Study Fellowship: Classes are going on now for Exile and Return, a study which takes us on a powerful journey through the Old Testament through the books of Ezekiel, Daniel, Ezra, Esther, Haggai, Zechariah, Nehemiah, and Malachi. There are many class opportunities to give your family a deeper way to study together. Please see Diane Dodrill if you are interested in participating so she can discuss workbook options and get you plugged in to a ministry day and time that will work for you. You may visit their website to learn more: Exile and Return - Bible Study Fellowship. You may also join our nightly Zoom Review that are held at 9:15 p.m. each evening for the opportunity to review each day’s lesson. See Diane Dodrill for a link to get you hooked up with us!

 

Ladies, Guess What? The Extraordinary Women’s conference will be here before you know it and this Spring event will be another sell out! Super Early Bird registration has begun and Diane Dodrill has all the registration information for our Church and our guests. Pencil in…NO, INK in your calendar the week of March 6-7 and let’s start making plans to attend! Here is a link with all the details Tulsa, OK 2026 - Extraordinary Women. Link to purchase: Tulsa, OK Extraordinary Women Conference 2026 - Extraordinary Women | Brushfire Group and Code to Purchase: DodrillDTul26

 

Upcoming Celebrations! Birthdays: Tom Sanders October 5, Chris Blevins October 5, Kristin King October 7, Mary Margaret Jones October 19, Judy Sanders October 25, Sherry Averill October 30.

 

Food For Life: We continue to collect non-perishable food items for the Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry. Please bring your donations to the Narthex for pick up at the end of the month. Thank you for your steadfast support of our community!

 

Weekly Prayer Gathering: Do you believe that God hears your prayers? Believing that God hears you is one main component of faith. Believing that He responds is another. God does hear our prayers. He hears the words that come out of the mouth (Phil 4:6) and those that are whispered from the heart (Rom 8:26), and He answers us each time we call upon Him. We may not always understand His response, but we must trust in it, which is the most important component of faith. We invite you to faithfully join Pastor Keith here at Faith Church each Wednesday morning in the War Room from 9:30-10:30 a.m. as we join to invite God into our situations. Please also consider joining us in the Spirit, wherever you are, and at the same time.

 

PLAN AHEAD FOR FACILITY NEEDS: If you are planning to host a special church outreach event or would like to use the church facility for a private event, much more advanced notice will be required to prevent facility conflicts. Be sure to email Kristin at faithchurchchp@gmail.com to check building availability and to reserve your date/time. Also, remember to submit an Event Submission Form to the Clerk of Session, Bud Averill, in a timely manner to ensure your facility accommodations can be arranged. There are copies available in the Narthex and on the bulletin board outside the Fellowship Hall.

 

Prayer List: Faith Church is a praying church and our Prayer List is kept updated weekly. When names have been on for a month, they will automatically drop off unless you put them back on. If you added someone to the prayer list, please let us know how they are doing. During Life of the Body at the end of the church service, please take a look at your Prayer List insert and make sure you note down any changes to the prayer list. Take it home with you so that you may pray for them through the week.

 

Shepherding and Contact Lists: A new Shepherding List has been posted on the bulletin board. A new Members and Friends Contact List is available to those who wish to have updated contact information. Please also remember to keep your own contact information up to date. You can make changes to your information and/or pick up your copy from the office or by contacting our Secretary, Kristin Stephens.

 

Need Help? Do you or someone you know need immediate help with employment, homelessness, domestic issues or health crisis? The Session would like the friends and members of Faith Church to know that we are here to help. If you know of someone in need, please immediately refer them to our Pastor, Keith King, or to a Session Member, as we want to be the first point of contact for these types of requests. We are developing an action Plan to respond in a way that fully meets the needs of the individual and the Mission of our Church. We are here to advise and direct our friends and members to highly qualified individuals/organizations to handle any need presented. Most of all, we are a faithful community who is discovering, testifying and witnessing the restoring love of God. If you would like to be a part of the Caring Faith Ministry Team, please let your Session Member know and we will get you started.

 

Sunday Coffee Fellowship: Plan to join us in the Fellowship Hall after service every Sunday for fellowship, coffee, and a sweet treat.

 

What is happening at Faith?  On our website, you will find ways to volunteer, serve, donate, and worship. You will also find a current calendar of events with other opportunities to gather at Faith. When you sign in as a member, you can access your giving records, see this week’s announcements, see the most current prayer list, and obtain the most updated contact information for other members and friends. Come and visit our site, and please share the website with your friends! https://faithcpctulsa.churchtrac.com.

 

Brrrrr...Are you cold? Pick up a blanket from the baskets near the door on your way into the Sanctuary. After service, you can drop it off in the used bin to be ready for next week. 

 

Do You Need Prayer? Did you know that we have many ways to submit your prayer needs?

1. Life of the Body, during in-person services on Sunday mornings

2. https://faithcpctulsa.churchtrac.com by submitting through the Prayer Section of our website

3. FaithChurchPrays@gmail.com by submitting an email.

All prayers will be distributed through the prayer team as requested so that no prayer goes unanswered. May God's love and mercy reign through our prayer ministry network.

 

Tithes and Offerings: Ways to submit your financial support of Faith Church:

Sunday Offering:  Place your tithe or offerings in the plate at the entrance to the Sanctuary

Mail: Faith Cumberland Church, 2801 S. 129th E Ave, Tulsa OK 74134.

Online Credit or Debit: https://faithcpctulsa.churchtrac.com

Credit/Debit by Phone or Text 918-697-9513, or email Sherrygaverill@yahoo.com

Thank you for your continued support!

 

Airplanes Needed! Remember to turn your cell phone to "Airplane Mode" during Sunday Service.  

 

Please pass this information along to anyone you might know who does not get the emails or who needs a place to worship on Sunday.

Blessings,

Faith Cumberland Presbyterian Church

A Faithful Community who is Discovering, Testifying, and Witnessing the Restoring Love of God