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Birthday Sunday
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Each last Sunday of the month is Birthday Sunday. Everyone in attendance, visitors and members, who have a birthday in that current month have a chance to be blessed with a monetary gift. Age groups are 0-12, 13-19 and 20+. If there are more than 1 person for any category, numbers are drawn. Each person has a chance to select the envelope with the gift. All other envelopes contain $1.00. The children and teen birthday recipient receives $10.00 and the adult receives $50.00.
Congratulations to our January winners!
Child-Jailynn Rogers
Teen-Visitor
Adult-Natalie A.
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| Prophetess Joyce Ostendarp | |
Freedom Christian Center was pleased to enjoy at time of ministry with Prophetess Joyce Ostendarp Nov. 6-9. Those who attended the services were blessed with the anointing that flowed through her, both through ministry and teaching. Prophetess Joyce is a faithful servant and operates in her gift in churches around the country.
Freedom Christian Center in Mooresville recently returned from Camp Meeting at our sister church, Freedom Christian Center in Charlotte. Camp Meeting is a week long event, where thousands come from all over the country to hear International Teacher-Evangelist Andrew Wommack. Each night was a wonderful night of teaching and praise and worship. Miracles, Salvations and Holy Spirit Baptisms were in abundance!
Our responsibility at Camp Meeting is to provide security for the thousands of attendees that come during the week. Our team worked tirelessly every night to make sure parking was exceptional, as well as vehicles were kept secure.
The youth of FCC also sold tickets for a 50/50 raffle, along with other ministry books sold by the church. A total of 300 tickets were sold, and the winner went home Friday night with $150 adding $150 toward their ministry outreach!
| Back 2 School Splash 2011 | |
On Aug. 24, 2011, Freedom Christian Center celebrated its' 7th annual Back 2 School outreach with back 2 school SPLASH! Traditional activities such as facepainting and relay races joined bounce houses complete with water! We enjoyed water balloons and super soakers to add to the fun. Free hotdogs. beverages and sno-cones gave everyone energy to attack the activities.
Special guests at the event included Bill Giduz, juggler, Mooresville Senior High School Blue Dynasty Step Team, Acrofitness, Mooresville Fire Dept., who provided additional splash, Rapper/Emcee Omega Sparx and Comedic-Evangelist, Chris Vaughn.
At the end of the event, hundreds received an abundance of school supplies, as well as other give-aways, which included 2 new bikes! Fun was had by everyone who attended, and we thank those who came! We want thank everyone at FCC for their help in preparation and work at the event. Special thanks also to Shop 'n Save and Wal-Mart for their contributions.
Freedom Christian Center enjoyed having Comedic-Evangelist Chris Vaughn for a time of ministry Aug. 24-26. Chris also spoke at back 2 school SPLASH and Sunday morning Aug. 28th. Each service his combination of humor, truth and the Word was received by many! Speaking on his primary scripture Psalm 116: 8-9, and using others to support his message, we were reminded that we are delivered and walk in the land of the living! Chris joins us each year in celebration of back to school, so make plans to join us next year!
For you, LORD, have delivered me from death, my eyes from tears, my feet from stumbling, that I may walk before the LORD in the land of the living.
| Welcome Ambassadors to the Nations | |
Freedom Christian Center was pleased to have Pastors Darey and Karen Jolley during Sunday morning worship July 31st. The Jolley's are founders and directors of Ambassadors to the Nations in Charlotte, NC. Ambassadors To The Nations is an international missions ministry based out of Freedom Christian Center, Inc. in Charlotte, NC and was founded in 1992. It has served the cause of Christ in Central America faithfully through short term mission teams. Led by their Pastor, Dr. Dean Melton, they have worked in 9 different nations.
Everyone present had the opportunity to learn more about the organization through their testimonies, as well as the professional DVD that was shown during the service. People have many ways to get involved through Child Sponsorship, Sponsor a Shoe Program, feeding programs, along with a host of other opportunities.
Please visit their website to learn more about Ambassadors to the Nations.
Freedom Christian Center welcomed Evangelist Tim Sutton of Tim Sutton Ministries May 13th and May 14th in preparation for outreach at Piedmont Pointe in Mooresville.
"The harvest is plentiful but the workers are few. Ask the Lord of the harvest, therefore, to send out workers into his harvest field."
Matthew 9:37-38
On Saturday May 14th, Freedom Christian Center members setup at Piedmont Pointe apartment complex in Mooresville for a time of great praise and worship music, testimonies, teaching, and free hotdogs! We also offered free haircuts, facials by Mary Kay Cosmetics, blood pressure and sugar checks , along with many giveaways, including 4 free bicycles! Dozens of residents came out despite the weather where we let them know how much Jesus loves them!
Donations, such as toiletries, paper towels and toilet paper were also given away to the residents who came. The day was complete as we celebrated the salvation of nearly 50 children and adults!
| Onward To Olympas Performs | |
Facedown Records Recording Artist, Onward To Olympas gave a phenonemal solo performance Sunday night March 13th at Freedom Christian Center in front of a live of audience of 60+. This evening's performance was the last of their CD Release Shows, and both new and old material was performed. Onward To Olympas is comprised of members, Kramer Lowe (Mooresville), Andrew Higginbotham (Charlotte), Justin Allman (Kannapolis), Nick Helvey (Concord) and Andy Simmons (Rock Hill, SC).
Onward To Olympas 2nd CD, "The War Within Us" drops on Mar. 15th, and they begin a nationwide tour in April. |
On Sunday, February 13th, FCC Youth presented their annual Valentine's Banquet featuring a "Not So Newlywed Game". A wonderful meal featuring a choice of Bruschetta chicken, pork loin, baked potato, salad, roll, dessert and tea was served. All of our participating youth served the guests throughout the meal. Children enjoyed pizza and beverages separately, giving parents an opportunity to relax during the meal.
Following dinner, we enjoyed 4 couples as they competed to win the title as grand prize winner. Hosted by Bob "Tommy Bowles" Eubanks, couples Rick and Darlene Roberts, Woodrow and Ruth Rose, Dan and Annette Newton and Robbie and Jill Lowe were presented a battery of questions directed at both the husbands and the wives. After some demanding and often hilarious questions and answers a tie was formed between the Roberts and the Newtons. Following a tie breaker round, Rick and Darlene Roberts were declared the Not So Newlywed Game winners! They won a beautiful wall plaque, and every couple received a nice gift bag as a parting gift.
The youth would like to thank Mrs. Annette Newton of Tasteful Impressions Catering for her assistance in food preparation, Pastor Rendie Kostad, and Freedom Christian Center for their contributions to making the event a success. Planned and organized by the FCC Youth, it served as a major fundraiser for their upcoming trip to Acquire The Fire in March.
Despite poor weather, which cancelled services with Jerry McGee Jan. 10-11, services on Sunday and Wednesday were phenomenal! The message during the revival was "The Kingdom of Heaven in 2011". Mr. McGee brought great teaching on how we should change our focus and what we say, so that we are living and operating our lives as directed from God's Word. We look forward to his return, during a more favorable season this coming year.
| Children and Youth Christmas Program | |
The children and youth of Freedom Christian Center presented their annual Christmas Program on Sunday Dec. 19th. The children, under the direction of Rhonda and Kayla Bowles presented several musical choices, including rap and traditional carols. The youth presented a skit of a homeless individual from his view of how people respond to homelessness at Christmas. Following the skit, several youth read actual testimonies of local residents, who have faced homelessness and poverty in their lives. After the program, those in attendance enjoyed fellowship and good food in the educational building.
In the weeks prior to the presentation, members were asked to bring toiletries, blankets and food as a donation to the Mooresville Christian Mission. Special thanks to everyone who brought dozens of items that were delivered on Christmas Eve.
In Memory of Mrs. Brenda Freeze.
January 18, 1941 - January 1, 2011
Picture taken of youth with Mrs. Brenda December, 2009 on a visit to the nursing home she was a resident of. |
| Welcome Prophetess Joyce Ostendarp | |
Freedom Christian Center enjoyed a time of ministry with Prophetess Joyce Ostendarp, from West Palm Beach, FL Nov. 10-14. Many who attended received salvation, healing and deliverance, in addition to a prophetic word. A well known speaker, Prophetess Joyce has travelled the United States and the world taking a prophetic message to all who would hear.
| Pastor Appreciation Dinner | |
Members enjoyed showering our pastors with love at the annual Pastor Appreciation Banquet on Sunday Oct. 24th. Everyone brought menu items to provide for a wonderful meal. Afterward, special remarks were heard for each of our pastoral staff: Pastors Gary and Rendie Kolstad, Pastor and Mrs. Edna Johnson, Pastors Tommy and Debbie Greathead and Pastor Eddie Karriker. We appreciate all they do to make Freedom Christian Center a wonderful place!
His Hands Reaching Ministry, in partnership with Freedom Christian Center held the first annual Freedom Fall Rally featuring Evangelist Jerry McGee Friday Sept. 24th through Sunday Sept. 26th. The 3 day revival featured live music by 3:16 band on Friday night.
On Saturday, the Bike Ride began at 10am, followed by a wonderful BBQ lunch with all the trimmings. Live music by Damascus Road blessed those who attended. Following presentations of trophies to the bike winners, the day's events also include a raffle and 50/50 drawing.
Evangelist Jerry McGee brought his awesome message "From the Harley to the Cross" during Sunday morning worship. All 3 day events were a blessing to those who participated, and plans are in place to make this an annual event. If you have questions about His Hands Reaching, contact Preacher David Burnette at 910-664-0117 or Pat Kersey at 336-803-2810.
Freedom Christian Center held its' annual Back 2 School Bash on the church grounds Saturday Aug. 21st. The day started out early for church members as everyone pitched in to get things ready. By 10AM, children began arriving, and there was a steady stream of families through 1PM.
Children enjoyed bouncy houses, dunking booth, free balloons, sno-cones, and hotdogs with all the trimmings. We enjoyed the balloon sculptures from a special pirate and live music from 3:16 band from Lincolnton. Mayor Chris Montgomery took a turn in our dunking booth, staying underwater more than out of water. We also enjoyed a fashion show by Maurices and a performance by Acrofitness.
Special guest speaker, Chris Vaughn spoke during the event and assisted our pastors with the give away of 200+ filled bags of school supplies. After dozens of prizes were given away, the day ended successfully at 2:00pm. We appreciate everyone that came out!
| FCC Welcomes Keith and Michelle Duncan | |
We were excited to have nationally recognized Praise and Worship leader, Keith Duncan and his wife Michelle, founders of His Call Ministries at Freedom Christian Center in Mooresville on Sunday Aug. 1st. After a wonderful time of praise and worship, Brother Keith shared with those present their mandate for worship leaders and musicians to unlock the prison doors of praise in local congregations, and to prophetically call forth worshipers to arise and saturate the atmosphere with the praise of our Almighty God.
Members of the praise and worship praise team enjoyed a time of refreshing and teaching at Throne Zone 2010, a ministry conference presented by His Call Ministries. The conference was held Aug. 12-14 in Fort Mill, SC.
| Welcome Big James Henderson | |
From Hollywood to Hallelujah
Big James Henderson brought power and strength to the National Guard Armory in Mooresville on July 17th. Following his arrival, he spoke to the group present about the Power of Choice and the consequences of every choice we make. During his talk, he demonstrated his physical strength by blowing into a hot water bottle, causing it to burst, bending a small frying pan, breaking through 5-6 plywood boards and benching over 600lbs. He incorporated audience members into an object lesson by tearing through phonebooks. Concessions were sold by the FCC Youth. The following morning, on Sunday July 18th, Big James also encouraged members of FCC with his positive message about choice. He also shared more of his personal experiences and the consequences of poor choices he made as a young man.
Mr. Henderson is the founder and president of James Henderson Ministries, which was established to reach out to men, women, and children in spiritual need. In recent years, Mr. Henderson has served as a keynote and/or motivational speaker for various Christian seminars, workshops, rallies and spiritual gatherings throughout the world, and has worked closely with numerous organizations such as Kids at Risk, Kids for Tomorrow, The Power Team, Stand Ministries, Celebrate Kids and The Power of Choice. These organizations help in the development of today's youth and their families. James is also a representative and spokesperson for World Vision. Since 2003, James has traveled throughout the state of Georgia ministering to the prisoners for Heartbound Ministries.
| Graduation Sunday and Birthday Celebration | |
On Sunday June 13th, we recognized our Graduates during a special presentation. We presented a video slideshow of each graduate as they grew through the years, and each of the parents took a few minutes to speak about each one. Following the presentation, Pastors Gary and Rendie spoke over each student and presented them with a gift. This year, we celebrated the High School Graduation of Alisha Beaver and Tony Trapani, Mooresville Senior High; Sydney Lowe, Mooresville Christian Academy and Michael Roberts, Mitchell Community College.
Also, On Sunday June 13th, we celebrated the birthday of our own Pastor Gary Kolstad. Everyone took the opportunity to dress down for church and then gather at Edgemoor Park in Mooresville for food, fun, games and fellowship. We enjoyed a wonderful meal of hotdogs and hamburgers and all the fixin's. We also shared birthday cake with Pastor Gary. Despite the heat, everyone enjoyed the fellowship with each other during this annual tradition.
| Welcome Bishop Prince Morris | |
On Sunday morning May 23rd, we were pleased to welcome Bishop Prince Morris from sister Freedom Christian Center Church in St. Ann Jamaica. Bishop Morris also ministered to FCC Charlotte during their Sunday evening service. Bishop Morris delivered a very relevant message regarding the battle is not yours but the Lord's. We should continue to battle in the spirit, because we will experience victory if we use the tools we are given us through the word.
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