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Update Contact Info
November 2nd, 2024
Update Contact Info: The end of the year is coming up, and we want to make sure we have your updated information! If you have an updated mailing address, email address, or phone number of contact, please fill out a communication card with your current contact information and put it in the basket during offering. Be sure to write legibly so we can read it! If you’re uncertain if your information is...
OctoberFast 2024 Resources
November 2nd, 2024
OctoberFast 2024 is over, but you can still access the resources here.......
Hear from Zimele Director - 11/10
November 2nd, 2024
Zimele: The director of our South African mission partner, Dr. Audrey Matimalo from the Zimele Wethu Foundation, will be here SUNDAY, November 10th, preaching and sharing more about Zimele. We invite our FOL family to stay after service to meet her and hear more about the great work that Zimele is doing to support women and children in rural communities in South Africa. A light lunch and childcare...
Food Pantry Help - 11/21
November 2nd, 2024
Food Pantry Help: Sis. Jackie Hunt is looking for some people on Thursday, November 21st from 3-6 PM here at FOL to help organize the food pantry to get ready for Thanksgiving. This is a great “exit to serve” opportunity! For more information, please connect with Siobhan Jackson at Nehemiah.......
Women's Ministry Self-Care Event - 11/16
November 2nd, 2024
Women’s Ministry: The FOL Women’s Ministry invites all adult women to a Nurture and Renew Self-Care Session on Saturday, November 16th from 10-11:30 AM here at FOL. This session will be facilitated by Sis. La Tasha Fields and aims to provide a supportive community environment where women can deepen their spiritual growth, engage in self-care practices, and rejuvenate themselves through activities ...
Making FOL Your Church Home Meeting - 11/24
October 26th, 2024
Church Home Meeting: Would you like to make Fountain of Life your church home? You are invited to attend a class on Sunday, November 24th right after service to learn what it means to officially join FOL. Please RSVP here. A light lunch and childcare will be provided.......
Young Adult Ministry Collaboration Session - 10/20
October 19th, 2024
Young Adult Ministry Collaboration Session: Young adults, join Min. Ali and Bro. Joel Ballivian after service SUNDAY, October 20th, for an open forum, collaborative discussion about the future of FOL’s Young Adult Ministry. We will brainstorm a new season of ministry and investment into FOL’s young adults. Whether you are curious about getting involved or simply wish to lend your voice, we hope yo...
Fall Gospel Fest - 11/9
October 19th, 2024
Fall Gospel Fest: Fall Gospel Fest is celebrating its 20th anniversary! Join Grammy Award winner Hezekiah Walker and other artists on Saturday, November 9th at 7 PM at Heartland Church (800 Wilburn Rd., Sun Prairie) for an evening of hope, determination, healing, and encouragement. This family-friendly event brings together people of different races, age groups, and backgrounds to enjoy the rich t...
Handel's Messiah - 11/22 & 11/23
October 12th, 2024
Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra: Kick off the holiday season by joining the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra and Festival Choir of Madison for the most performed piece of classical music worldwide, Handel’s Messiah, playing at Bethel Lutheran Church on November 22nd and 23rd. For more info and to buy tickets, go to https://wcoconcerts.org/events/messiah24. ......
Research Opportunity - Faith-based Depression Intervention
October 12th, 2024
Research Opportunity: Dr. Earlise Ward, Psychologist, has conducted research with the African American community in Madison for the past 20 years and she is grateful for their support. Recently Dr. Ward worked with faith-based leaders to develop a faith-based intervention for depression in African American adults. At this time, Dr. Ward and her research team are conducting a study to examine the e...
Black History Course - Monday Nights starting in February
October 12th, 2024
Black History for a New Day: Nehemiah/Justified Anger will be offering their 9-week Black History Course on Monday nights beginning in February, and will be offered in-person here at the church. This is a unique opportunity to understand how Black experiences have shaped the world we are in, and how allies can find roles supporting racial justice today. This course avoids the use of guilt, finger-...
Worship Team Auditions - 11/9
October 12th, 2024
Worship Team Auditions: Interested in joining the FOL Worship Team? Auditions will be held on Saturday, November 9th at noon. Please sign up or connect with Min. Becca Grant or Sis. Bobbie Briggs to get more information and learn about the audition process.......
Public Reading of Scripture - Sunday Mornings
October 5th, 2024
Public Reading of Scripture (PRS): Did you enjoy our Public Reading of Scripture during service on September 29? If so, we do PRS every Sunday morning on Zoom from 8:45-9:45 AM. We also do PRS every Thursday at noon here at the church. If you'd like to join the email list to get updates and the link, or if you'd like to learn more about PRS, please sign up at the back table after service or connec...
Amazing Grays - Monthly Fellowship Lunch
September 28th, 2024
Amazing Grays: Join or support the “Amazing Grays!” In honor of the original host, the late Mother Verline Gee, we invite you to join or sign up to support the coordination of monthly lunch fellowship gatherings for our elders at Parkside Diner after Sunday worship services. Please connect with Min. Ali to support the revamp of this ministry. ......
Drop-In Support from Anesis
September 21st, 2024
Mental Health Support: Anesis Therapy Center offers no-cost, 30-minute walk-in sessions with therapist, AODA counselor, peer support specialist, or crisis stabilization worker at three different locations in Madison. They are at Mt Zion Church (2019 Fisher St.) on Thursdays from 1-5 PM, Anesis West (815 Forward Dr.) on Thursdays from 3-6 PM, and the Anesis Satellite location (2206 University Ave.)...