Invitations to Community

Rooted to Thrive: Rooted to Thrive is a space for 30-50 year old members to build community and do life together. The group gathers periodically. Fill out the interest form here. ......

Women’s Breakfast: Join us Saturday, June 6th at 9:00 AM for an interactive and empowering conversation about the “B word” — boundaries. Together, we’ll explore how setting healthy boundaries is an act of faith, self-respect, and growth as we release the weight of others’ expectations and step into the life God has called us to live. We’re excited to welcome Sister Bobbie Briggs as our guest speak...

Wednesday Night Bible Study: This summer during June, July, and August, Brother Ken Gire is going to be leading our Wednesday Night Bible Study time. His lessons will start Wednesday, June 1st. His first lesson will be titled, “Learning to Discern the Voice of God Above All the Other Voices in Your Life.” You won't want to miss joining us to spend summer Wednesday nights with Ken! ......

Baptism: On Sunday, May 31, after worship, we'll be celebrating the baptism of 10 people in our FOL community. The Hospitality Team is generously hosting a meal between worship and the baptism for everyone in the church. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend both the meal and the baptism.  ......

The Work of Remembering Exhibit: Through May 30, visit The Work of Remembering at the Textile Arts Center of Madison (1702 S Park St.), featuring story and legacy quilts from the Black Threads Quilting Bee and The Memory Collectors Storytelling Project. This powerful exhibition highlights community, creativity, and remembrance through shared histories and personal narratives. Viewing hours are Wed...

Graduation Sunday: It's almost Graduation time! Fountain of Life is collecting the names of FOL graduates from High School, College, and Grad School to recognize on our Graduation Sunday of June 7th. Are you, or do you know someone graduating this year? Please contact Pastor Tyler Nylen to make sure that individual is recognized. Names are due Sunday, May 17th. We don't want to miss anyone! ......

Men’s Choir: The Men's Choir will be singing for the Father’s Day service. More information about rehearsals coming soon. For those who’d like to participate, please contact Bro. Jacob Rainey for further information. ......

Congratulations: Pastor Gee recently had a letter featured in The Christian Century! Check it out at christiancentury.org or on our Resources page.......

Pastor Lilada provided this handout during her sermon on Sunday: Who Do You Think You Are? Use it to continue processing the truth she shared and allow God to speak truth and reveal lies in what you believe about yourself.Additionally, you can watch the sermon here.......

Black Women Leaders to South Africa Trip: Pastor Lilada is leading the second cohort of Black Women Leaders to South Africa in September of 2026. Contact Kaye if you are interested in additional information.......

Women's Ministry Planning: Calling all FOL sisters! Do you love planning, connecting, and creating joyful spaces for women to grow in faith and community? The FOL Women’s Ministry Planning Team is looking for you! We meet monthly to dream, plan, and host activities that align with our church mission and our heart as a ministry—nurturing deep relationships with God, self, and one another through wo...

Pastor Alex Gee challenged us to boycott greed and consumerism, to have conversation with God about our resources. These are the specific steps he challenged us with:Ask God to show you your own views towards you financial resources.How has that changed over your financial growth or decline?Lean in the next few sermons about biblical discipleship and stewardship to receive direction from the Holy ...

OctoberFast 2025 has concluded, but you can still access the resources here. ......

Children's Choir: Children grades K through 5 are invited to sing with the Children's Choir The choir sings for worship throughout the year. Rehearsals are on Wednesdays from 6:30 to 7:30. Please contact Worship Arts or Bro. Brandon Pittman for more information......

Seeking to Worship daily? In her sermon during the August 24th service, Minister Ali encouraged up to pursue the goodness of God. One of serveral ways she highlighted for doing this is worshiping daily. And here is the playlist she provided to support that endevour: FOL Worship Playlist......