We believe everyone needs the hope Jesus offers, so our passion is to help people find that hope and grow in a relationship with Him. We emphasize grace and acceptance, yet we’re equally passionate about truth, as we help people understand who Jesus is and how to take the next right step in their journey of faith.
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Family Scavenger Hunt
Friday 5:00 - 7:00pm
Join The GOOSE CHASE and be part of our all-campus photo/video scavenger hunt. Families will travel around the Dayton area figuring out clues and taking some really fun pictures and videos.
Open to families with kids pre-school–grade 12.
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Monday 10:30 - 11:30am
This month we welcome The Banjo Man ~ Glen Parks. A versatile musician and accomplished showman, Glenn will have you laughing at a funny story one minute and singing along with him the next.
A brown bag lunch will be available to go. Please bring exactly $5 for lunch.
You can attend in-person or via Zoom. Masks are required for in-person attendees.
https://fairhaven.church/events/drop-inn-50/ Add to CalendarCollege Scholarships
We have two scholarships available for graduating high school seniors, and one for a student seeking their master’s or doctorate degree. All items should be submitted to Student Ministries by April 30, 2021.
The applicant must be a member or active participant of Fairhaven Church or a family member of a Fairhaven member or global staff.
Learn moreWomen Walking Alone Together
Friday 5:45 - 7:15pm
This month Women Walking Alone Together (WWAT) welcomes guest speaker Karen Ankrom who will share photography tips. This is a hybrid event to attend either online or in person in the Lounges.
Sign up online or at the group life desk.
Register Add to CalendarSenior Retreat (high school)
Friday 5:00 - 8:00pm
A retreat for just high school seniors at Wilderness Ridge. Retreat includes meals, zip line, challenge course and time with friends.
Register Add to CalendarFind Hope Bible Verses
Our twice-a-week “find hope” Bible verses are a great way to receive encouragement and be reminded of the truths of Scripture throughout the week. To receive the verses, download the Fairhaven app, and make sure notifications are turned on.
Verse notification are sent out on Tuesday and Thursday mornings each week.
Fairhaven Facebook Groups
In our Facebook group, you can join us for morning prayer, find ministry information and resources, request prayer and pray for others. It’s a great way to stay connected with your church family.
We have groups for each campus, along with our Fairhaven Church Families group, Community Engagement Ministry group and Student Ministry groups.
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April 11, 2021
Grace and Truth
“Grace Driven”
John 4
To live as followers of Christ, we need to be grace driven and truth led.
“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen His glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” –John 1:14
If it’s all grace and no truth, that’s compromise.
If it’s all truth and no grace, it’s legalism.
John 4:1-42
Grace breaks down barriers; doesn’t try to avoid them
Jesus broke the …
Gender barrier – it didn’t matter that He was a man and she was a woman
Cultural barrier – it didn’t matter that He was a Jew and she was a Samaritan
Religious barrier – it didn’t matter that they practiced a different form of religion
Grace is a gift that can only be received, and never earned
“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God.” –Ephesians 2:8
Grace is the bridge that truth is able to travel on.
Grace is not compromising truth; it is loving a person where they are at.
When we acknowledge our brokenness, we can experience the power of grace.
“My people have committed two sins: They have forsaken me, the spring of living water, and have dug their own cisterns, broken cisterns that cannot hold water.” –Jeremiah 2:13
Grace allows our past to become testimonies for today, and compels us to share the good news.
Where do you need to receive grace today? (Samaritan Woman)
Where can you extend grace to others? (Jesus)
Let us be known as people who are grace driven and truth led.
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