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Noteworthy Events

• G2C (University Ministry) – Sept 9th: This Sunday, Sept. 9th, the G2C group welcomes all newcomers and the return of old members with a special fellowship. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information go to the Newcomers Welcome Table in the Fellowship Hall after service where you can pick up a schedule and join the Line group via their QR code. You can also check the bulletin board in the fellowship hall for their Autumn Events.

• Monthly Prayer Group – Sept. 11th: FPC’s monthly prayer group, “The Engine Room,” is now meeting regularly on the second Tuesday of each month. Accordingly, the September meeting will be held this Tuesday, Sept. 11th. Come join us for an evening of kingdom-centered prayer. We gather at 7:30pm on the 4th floor of the church building and go into prayer from 7:45 to 9:00. All are welcome.

• FPC Fit Kids – Parents’ Night Out – Sept. 29th: Jackie Z. and the Fit Kids team are planning another gathering, this time a games night at the church. It will be a parents' night out with lots of fun and games for the children! Fit Kids is an outreach, so bring along a friend and share the love. Go to the church website (www.friendshiptaipei.com) for details. 

• Newcomer Welcome Lunch – Sept. 30th, 1:15-2:30pm: If you are new to FPC in the last two months, come join us for food and fellowship at the pastoral apartment near Shida Road. It is a time to meet others who are new to the church and helps us get you connected to the life of the church. We will gather at the main entrance of the church building at 1:00pm and walk over to the apartment together.

From the Desk of Pastor Peter

One of the things that has kept me going as a believer through so many years is the fact that I try to hold on to God's promises. But it can often be difficult to hold on to His promises, especially if you don't know or if you don't remember what they are. One of the most practical ways that I've found to hold on to God's promises is through memorizing Scripture. Many of us have attempted to memorize Scripture but have failed miserably for various reasons. However, I would like to challenge us all to keep each other accountable to hold on to His promises even through the simple act of adding Scripture memory verses to your accountability groups or small groups.

One verse that has stayed with me ever since I was in high school has been Proverbs 3:5-6. "Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight." Obviously, Christians suffer just as much as non-believers do, so the idea of having your path made straight cannot mean that you will have no troubles in life. Rather, it would mean that God is leading us through the troubles. When you go through a difficult time, trust Him. Don't lean on your own understanding. Acknowledge His ways, meaning remember that God's ways are greater than your ways and that His way is to rescue you from your own sinfulness and from the world through Jesus Christ. Trust in Jesus, and your path will be made straight!

So, what's your favorite verse? I encourage you to share with someone, and perhaps come share with me also!