News as reported to ALJC Georgia District News                  by Destiny Baughman 

     Hello GA District! We at FAC Rome hope this will find you all well and on fire for God as we are! "And he called his ten servants, and delivered them ten pounds, and said unto them, Occupy till I come." Luke 19:13

     We had a wonderful time at Mid-Winter Retreat. The fellowship at Stevie B's and the bowling alley was fun, but the power packed services were definitely worth the four hours of driving! We were blessed by the messages of Bro. Garnett and we all made up our minds to 'Occupy until He Comes'. Thank you Bro. Hagwood and all those who helped with this retreat.     

     We had our annual Heart-to-Heart Banquet February 16th. It was absolutely terrific to see all the young people enjoy the fellowship and delicious food. We had chicken, mashed potatoes, green beans, mac & cheese and salad, all topped off with some wonderful cheesecake and a chocolate fondue fountain. Many of us amused ourselves covering the fresh fruit with the yummy chocolate. Thanks to all the adults who helped with this event!  

     Our youth services are becoming greater and greater! Every service grows in number and in spirit. How amazing it is  to see all the young people pulling together for the music, messages and best of all, the worship. Bro. John Griffin, our youth service director, spoke at our January & February service. Bro. Andy Savala blessed us with a message at our March service, "What's Your Excuse?" So many  get caught up in everyday life and decide when church time comes, the church might be too hot, too cold, too boring or too loud. We had a mighty move of God  during this service. The altar was full with everyone praying and rejoicing. The fellowship was also enjoyable. Bro. Connor Livingston treated us with Chocolate Mousse after youth service one night and it was great! 

     The youth got together on March 8th and moved into a new larger Sunday School room. It was fun working hard, filling in the holes, sanding it down, taping the borders, painting and giving the final touches. Sis. Chelsea Savala designed our name and verse on one of the walls and it turned out fabulous. Then we enjoyed some pizza in the Family Life Center in reward of all our hard work.

     March 22nd was our Easter fellowship. We had an egg hunt at Georgia Highlands College and then went back to the church for some great food off the grill prepared by our top chefs, Bro Walker and Bro. Glover (little bird tells that Bro Livingston had a hand in cooking as well). What a great team work we had at this event. 

     Our Easter services were blessed as we gathered to celebrate the resurrection of our Saviour, Jesus Christ. Our church was packed both services. It was amazing to watch everyone trying to find a seat. God is blessing our church and we give Him all the praise. 

     We were truly blessed by Brother Denny Livingston's visit. The anointing was present in his song and message. We all enjoyed meeting  Brooklyn for the first time and seeing Brittany. 

     As we go forward looking to the coming of the Lord, we are ecstatic that two have received the Holy Ghost in recent services. Brother Shaun Thomas followed up with a water baptism on Sunday April 13th and Brother Phillip Miller will be baptized on April 20th. We appreciate the obedience to God's Word and praise God for the souls that are being added to His Kingdom. 

      We hope to see everyone at Six Flags on District Day. May God bless you all. 
             

     You may view photos of all the events mentioned on photo page. Thank you for your interest in FAC Rome and please visit our website often and stop by the church to say hello.