Saturday, December 27, 2008

Christmas Program - KFC

Christmas Program - KFC Children's Church



FLAG KFC Christmas Program - 2008 from Mark Lehman on Vimeo.

Friday, December 26, 2008

Christmas Program - The Ark Nursery

Christmas Program - The Ark Nursery



Christmas Program 2008 - The Ark Nursery from Mark Lehman on Vimeo.

Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Birth Announcement - Analise Renee Jasso

























We rejoice with John and Carrie Jasso for the safe arrival of Analise Renee.

Analise was born on Monday, December 22nd, at 7:09 pm. She weighed 7 lbs 6.4 ounces and was 20 inches long.

Thanks be to God for this wonderful addition to their family.

Wilson Payne Visits


The holidays bring in people that used to attend FLAG but have moved away, or went away for a short time.

Wilson Payne recently returned from Camp Pendleton for two weeks of leave.

Friday, December 19, 2008

Interesting

Matthew 5:16

Thursday, December 18, 2008

Christmas Play Practice

Some video from tonight's practice. This is going to be a fun play!


Men's LifeGroup Making Changes


For the month of January the Men's Wednesday LifeGroup will be meeting in the modular helping with the remodeling. Alan McClure will be leading us.

After that, the group will take a change of direction that is still being sought after. Perhaps it will be hosted in a home. Or move to a different night. Or change times. It will definetly have a new leader as Pastor Mark will be stepping aside to let another lead this LifeGroup.

This change has absolutely nothing to do with the fact that Pastor Mark got stuck with the gag gift at the Men's LifeGroup Gift Exchange. Honest.


Thursday, December 11, 2008

The Fruit of Prims And Missionettes

Prims and Missionettes is a Wednesday night class for girls aging from 6-11.

Trinity Compton, one of the students in this class, got there early this past Wednesday and found a marker. Check out what she drew in larger detail by clicking on the photo.

Trinity is part of the fruit that is being produced by the leaders of Prims and Missionettes, Tanisha Troutt and Tanya Carder.

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

Modular Progress


Just this past week the electric went live and we turned on lights! YES!

We also laid some more block down.

Thanks to Alan McClure for heading up this project.

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

More Modular Progress


Good things are happening. Just today we laid the underground pipe the electric.

We may have electric service as soon as this Saturday!

Thanks to Jon Page for serving God with his job skills!

Thursday, November 13, 2008

Rainbows Promotional Video

Here is the video we showed this past Sunday highlighting the Rainbows ministry to ages 3-5 on Wednesday evenings!


Saturday, November 1, 2008

Pastor Chris and Kristy Baker Have New Baby

Just got an email from FLAG's former Youth/College/Worship pastor Chris Baker (PC)

Sammy Ray Baker was born at 7:40 am on 10/30/08.  He weighed 7 lbs 15 oz, and was 20.5 inches long.

Chris and his wife Kristy were at FLAG in 2007 and part of 2008.  He said that they will start as the Youth/Associate Pastor at the A/G church in Emporia after Christmas!  Very glad to hear that he will be called PC again!

Friday, October 31, 2008

Junior Bible Quiz Has First Meet

FLAG's JBQ Team (how is that for some acronymn's) had a blast at their first tournament, and even won some of their head-to-head competitions!

Here are some pics that were sent to us.  If you have any more, let us know!

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Men's Retreat - ROCKED!



Wow! We had a totally amazing time at our retreat this past weekend.

The lodging was awesome, the steaks and Friday were great, and each man successfully fasted on Saturday. We had a great time of "break-fast" together on Sunday morning.

10 men were led by Pastor Mark as they followed the Wild At Heart video curriculum. Men courageously went forward in seeking full release from God to be the men that He wants them to be.

A Spring retreat of similar type is being planned.

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Baker Baby Arriving In Amercia on Wednesday

Seth and Sarah Baker will be flying in from Seoul, South Korea on Wedneday with their new Baby boy, Malachi.


We annouonced the birth of Malachi here.

Hopefully we will see all three of the Growing Baker Family this Sunday!

Monday, October 6, 2008

Word of Propehcy - 10-06-08, 10 am service

Family Life believes in the practice of the supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit as taught in 1 Corinthians chapters 12-14, and most specifically in 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 and 14:26-32.


The most frequent uses of these gifts are the verbal gifts of “a word of prophecy” and an “utterance in tongues with interpretation.”


We were able to capture and transcribe a recent demonstration in one of our services. 1 Corinthians 14:29 tells us to “weigh carefully what was said” in the use of these gifts.



I have not forgotten history

I look at my hands and see the nail scars

I have not forgotten

But I have forgiven all of the things done unto me

Can you do any less than I?


I have forgiven you of your sins – no matter how great or how small

Because you see, those sins and transgressions to me are all equal

It does not matter how small - how great - how little - how big

I have forgiven you


Never-the-less, this is what I ask of you

I am not asking you to do anything I have not already done

I am asking you to forgive each other, live together in harmony


This is the only way you can do it, forgiveness is the only way

You can live together harmoniously

Not look at each other with spite and bitterness and hatred

But to look at each other as I look at you


Look through my eyes today

And see what I see, when you are clean before me


You can’t stand in my presence the way you are

Without forgiveness, because I see my son, I see who He is

I have given the ultimate

That is why I can ask for you to give all because I did

Do it because I ask you

Friday, October 3, 2008

FIREPROOF - Survey Results - Week 1

Here is the survey that we took during the first week of the FIREPROOF series.
It was interesting to note that nearly 30% of the adults are unmarried. 
Here are the questions that they posed:
  • How to work through conflicts.
  • How can I better show respect in my relationships?
  • How can saying "I'm Sorry" be an easy thing?
  • How to "Fight"(disagree,etc.) Correctly
  • Divorce in abusive relationships?
  • How to get to the point of being willing to forgive.
  • How to fight fair.
  • Ways to make our relationship stronger.
  • Will She ever realize that I can be trusted to do what needs done when she is not present?
  • To learn how to be consistent to my spouse & conviction to do so.
  • How do you keep past hurts in the past?
  • How can I strengthen marriages around me?
  • If I'll be able to stay tough enough and forgive enough till death do us part.
  • How to get rid of bitterness in a marriage?
  • What it takes to live together until death do us part
  • Is it realistic to want your spouse to be completely open & honest with you? Should you keep anything from your spouse?
  • How to know you have found the spouse for you?
  • How to have a good relationship with my future husband.
  • Why am I still single?
  • Is marriage again possible for me?

Wednesday, October 1, 2008

FIREPROOF Movie - Go see it!

Pastor Mark wrote about his experience going to see the FIREPROOF movie.

Read his thoughts here.

Tuesday, September 30, 2008

Baby Announcement - Jeriah Luke Bayless

Josiah and Lisa Bayless welcomed Jeriah Luke last night, September 29th, 2008 at 11:32 pm.

Jeriah weighed in at 7lbs 1oz and 21 inches and joins big sister Addison.

Praise God for the safe and sound addition to the Bayless'.

We encourage all at FLAG to bless the Bayless' with a card shower over the next few weeks.

Saturday, September 13, 2008

First Chi Alpha Tailgate of the Year!


Pastor Nathan did a great job of reaching out to the crowd at the first PSU game of the year, in a full rainstorm!

Nothing keeps Pitt State fans, or FLAG, away from reaching people!

Wednesday, August 27, 2008

Chi Alpha Water Outreach @ PSU

Had a great outreach at PSU today.  Handed out just under 500 bottles of water in 3 hours.  Greatly underestimated the response.

Here are some more pictures!

Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Randy Burke Featured On Front Page of Paper

Yesterday FLAG's Randy Burke was featured on the front page of The Morning Sun for his work and as a gym owner and personal trainer.

It is a great article and picture, but unfortunately is it not yet on The Morning Sun's website. I will put that link here when it is available.

Here is a link to a previous article about some of Randy's work.

Regina Smith Doing Better After Fall

You may have seen some emergency vehicles this past Sunday. Reginah Smith took a fall as she was exiting the rear doors out of church.


Nothing broken! Praise God! I visited with her that afternoon. She was in a great, joking around mood.

Next time we see her, according to the doctor, she will not have a cane, but a full walker.

Saturday, August 23, 2008

More Water Baptism Pictures Posted

Thanks to Mike and Michelle Palmer for the extra photo's, including an excellent shot of Alvin's baptism.

Do you have any to add? Send them over!

NOTE:  Thanks to Luke and Anglea Soo Hoo for posting some more.

Friday, August 15, 2008

Modular Building On Site And In 1 Piece!

A crew finished yesterday placing the two pieces of the modular into 1 piece!

Expect a call to help prepare the building for use soon.






FLAG Teaming Up With PSU Football Team

FLAG has an opportunity to sow seeds of ministry into the lives of those involved with the 2009 PSU Gorilla football team.
Pastor Mark will be speaking in all 5 of the PSU pre-home game chapels.  He will be sharing a serries of messages about living a Purpose-Driven Life. The messages will deal with the 5 biblical purposes of a believer - Worship, Fellowship, Discipleship, Ministry, and Evangelism.
We desire to give each player, coach, manager, etc. that is involved with the team a copy of The Purpose Driven Life.  The 130 books will cost us about $1000.  If you would like to contribute to this need, please mark your offering as PSU Football.

Sunday, August 10, 2008

Water Baptism Service and Pictures

“Upon profession of your faith in the Lord Jesus, I now baptize in the name of the Father, Son, and the Holy Spirit.”

These words were said by Pastor Mark Lehman 7 times at the Water Baptismal service on Sunday August 10th at the combined 10am service. It was held at the YMCA and the indoor pool was used. The following people were baptized: Alvin Jackson, Molly Sands, Tim Snider, Jimmy Petty, Matthew Baker, Alyx Mcghee, and Allen McDaniel.

FLAG has a baptismal service once a year in a location such as the YMCA or the originally scheduled location of Lincoln Park, before all the rain. These locations are large enough to combine the three services and provide other benefits. Pastor Mark said that it makes the baptismal more public and a celebration.

Immediately following the service was a FLAG family picnic at Lincoln Park. The church provided brisket, drinks, and a Baptismal cake. Families brought side dishes. Kids at the picnic enjoyed the free Kiddieland rides and the playground area.

If you have any pictures to share of today's Water Baptism service please email them over.

Here are the pics we have already collected!

Friday, August 8, 2008

Random Building Dumped at FLAG




For some reason a few guys in a truck delivered two halves of a house-like structure to the FLAG facility this morning.

Pastor Mark and Admin. Asst. Bryan are not here to explain the significance of this to me at this point in time.

I've included a couple of pictures for all of you to see if you can make some sense out of it.

--Pastor Nathan--

Tuesday, July 15, 2008

Baby Announcement- Kalin Jean Manuel














Wes and Michelle Rileigh welcomed a baby girl on Monday, July 14th at 9:31 a.m. at Freeman in Joplin.
Her name is Kalin Jean Manuel and she was 9lbs and 21 3/4 ".

Saturday, July 12, 2008

Birth Announcement - Jericho Alexander Compton



We rejoice with Matt and Shawna Comtpon on the healthy arrival of Jericho Alexander Compton on July 11, 2008 at 7:49 a.m.
Jericho weighed 8 lbs 4 oz and was 20.5 inches in length.

Thursday, July 10, 2008

Water Outreach

Last week FLAG did a water outreach on July 4th at Lincoln Park handing out free water bottles. A total of about 1,500 bottles were given to people from the hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. This is the 7th year that FLAG has done this at Lincoln Park during the July 4th festivities.

FLAG does outreaches like this to show Christ's love in practical and tangible ways.

The free water on at hot day did just that and met another need as well.

“Providing water on a hot day in July is the perfect way to meet a dire physical need—hydration—and to begin meeting spiritual needs by planting the first seeds of evangelism—caring friendship,” said Pastor Nathan Burcham.

FLAG had two tents up in the park. One of them housed the water and the individuals handing out the water. The other tent was home to two fans that put out a cool mist.

There were different groups of volunteers cycling in and out about every two hours during the water outreach. The number of volunteers for the day was about 25.

The people that visited those two tents were appreciative.

“Many of the people receiving water were very pleased that we were doing this for the community. Over the years FLAG has become associated with this act of community service and many individuals noted that they appreciated FLAG doing this for so many years,” said Burcham.

Birth Announcement- Garrett Lee Prince



Sarah and Dustin Prince welcomed the birth of their 2nd child a baby boy, Garrett Lee Prince at 4:26 PM on Monday July 7th at Mt. Carmel in Pittsburg. He was 6 pounds 4 ounces and 19 3/4 inches.


Sarah normally attends the 11:30 service with her sister Cindy.

Birth Announcement- Makenzie Lyshel Wingo


We rejoice with the safe delivery of Becky Wingo's daughter Makenzie Lyshel Wingo.

She was born on July 10th at 12:12 a.m. at Mt. Carmel Hospital in Pittsburg. Makenzie weighed 7 lbs and 6 oz and was 19 3/4 inches in length.

Mom and baby are both doing well.

Wednesday, July 2, 2008

Kids Camp Promo Video

The Kansas Assemblies of God Kids Camp has filled up and we got bumped due to when our applications arrived.

We will instead be going to the Southern Missiouri Assemblies of God Kids Camp, which is actually supposed to be a nicer camp facility. Same dates, same Jesus, different state.

Here is their promo video!

Monday, June 30, 2008

FLAG Buys More Property


In a unanimous vote the congregation voted yesterday to purchase the house at 1306 North Rouse. The picture shows what our property ownership will look like. (click to see larger)

You can listen to the business meeting here. I know, I know, boring. But about 10 minutes in there is some good info on our current status with the modular building and our future building prospects.
Watch this previous video to get a good idea of our future property vision.




Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Royal Ranger's Fishing Trip and Upcoming Camp Out

The life group Royal Rangers (ages 6-12) meets on Wednesday night 7-8 p.m. at FLAG. The average attendance is 5-8 boys. There are 4 men leaders that are always there during the group's weekly time.

On Wednesday nights the group has been studying bible stories and lessons from the Old Testament. They are studying one book at a time and have studied 5-6 books so far. In the future there are plans to continue a study of the Old Testament and its prophets, such as Neamiha and men's activities.

“We are building leaders for tomorrow,” said Snider.
This summer the group has been trying to do more outdoor activities.

Earlier this summer the group took a fishing trip the evening of June 13th at George's pond (a private residence). In attendance were 6 boys, 1 girl (a ssister), 4 male leaders, and 2 fathers.




Pictured (left to right) is Steve Snider, Alex McCleod, and Hayden McCleod.


Click here to see a bunch of other photo's from this trip!

The group does activities like this because of the opportunities it provides.

“They (the activities) are a teaching time (for skills), wholesome together time, and a time to eat and play together, “said Steve Snider group leader.

Another activity that Royal Rangers did this summer is a bike trail to Wilderness Park.
An upcoming activity for the group is this coming weekend, a camp out, July 25-26. The festivities begin at 7pm Friday night and last until noon on Saturday. Required items include a sleeping bag and a flash light.

The camp out will be located directly behind FLAG. There will be games activities, food and drink. In case of rain the group will migrate into the church, The boys will learn night skills, and camping skills, and camp fire skills.

“It is a great group of boys!” said Snider. He also said he looks forward to seeing this group grow.
There is still time to join the group on the camp out this weekend! Call leader Steve Snider at 620-231-0158 for more information about the camp out, or for general information about the Royal Rangers group.

FLAG 101

On the weekend of June 20, 21, and 22, twelve people attended FLAG 101. Pastor Mark holds FLAG 101 about every 2-3 months. It is designed for people who are considering making FLAG church their home.

Pictured left to right at the BBQ playing the game Bocce (note the blue ball in the air) is Josiah Bayless, Addison Bayless, Russell Taylor, Pastor Nathan Burcham,Conner Lehman, Pastor Mark Lehman, Jay Kramer, and Greyson Kramer.

The 3 evenings totaled 7 hours and covered a variety of topics. The first 2 sessions were held at the church. Friday night was about the basic beliefs of FLAG and the Assembly of Gods are.

On Saturday the discussion was about how your finances, gifts/talents can be used in the church. Speaking in tongues and the Holy Spirit was also talked about.

For the last session everyone met at Pastor Mark's home for BBQ and the last few topics of church government, business meetings, and membership.

Michelle Oetinger summed up FLAG 101 as an experience that gave her excellent information.
Linda Garrow was also positive about the weekend session and how it gave her helpful information, and a chance to get acquainted with 9 or 10 other people.

“I think it is beneficial for anyone wanting to learn about FLAG's philosophy,” said Garrow.

Anyone who would like more information about FLAG 101 should contact Pastor Mark, the church's number is (620)232-FLAG.

Thursday, June 19, 2008

Birth Announcement - Kadin Anthony Navaratnam

Anthony and Misty write . . .

We are proud to announce the birth of our baby son Kadin Anthony Navaratnam..

He was born today the 19th of June at 7:47am at Freeman
Hospital in Joplin.

He weighed 7lb and was 19.5 inch in length. Mom
and baby are doing well.


Sunday, June 15, 2008

Camp Worship Video

Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Nathan Burcham's First Sunday

FLAG recently hired Nathan Burcham as the new college and worship pastor.

On Sunday, May 25 he came and led worship and after the 3rd service the congregation was invited to eat lunch at Wheat State Pizza with Nathan.

“I was very impressed with the hospitality of the people, especially how open they were with someone new to them,” said Burcham.
Nathan returned Sunday, June 8 as a new staff member.
He summed his first Sunday as staff as “delightfully scary” and commented on how people made him feel welcome.

“I felt like I was already integrated into the FLAG family and that people were excited to see me,” said Burcham.After 3 services his fingers were still holding up, but his voice was losing some stamina.“I made an effort to get myself into 'guitar shape.' I should have focused a little bit more on 'vocal shape' because my fingers lasted much longer than my voice,” said Burcham.

Nathan has a strong background in Assembly of God churches. His father has pastored A/G churches all of his life and he went to Southwestern Assemblies of God University in Waxahachie, TX. He majored in church ministries and received an additional associate of arts in Business Administration while in college. He will be beginning his Master's degree in Theology through distance education this fall.

Although Nathan is moving from the Dallas metroplex, he is already somewhat familiar with this area. He was born in Iola, KS, but then quickly moved to Caldwell for thirteen years. He completed his high school years outside of Lawrence, KS.

What brought him back to Kansas?

“My parents informed me of the position (they are friends of Pastor Mark and Sarah.) They told me about this job opening and I submitted my resume to Pastor Mark. It only took twenty minutes for him to call me back," said Burcham. “After talking with the pastor about the church and the community, I had a desire to fill the position.”

Some of the things that he is looking forward to at FLAG include remembering everyone's name, kicking off CHI ALPHA in the fall, and becoming a part of the Pittsburg community.

Here are some fun facts about Nathan:
Favorite Color: crimson and blue
Birthday: October 14, 1985
Favorite movie(s): The original Star Wars trilogy
Favorite food: peanut butter sandwich
Favorite dessert: chocolate cake
Hobbies: basketball, Ultimate Frisbee, playing bass guitar, and drinking Starbuck's coffee
Favorite Quote: “Christians can be relevant in today's society if they see the invisible, speak of the unmentionable, care for the unlovable, seize the unreachable, an draw closer to the Infinite.”-unknown

Tuesday, June 10, 2008

Wild Youth To Fuddruckers and Lazercity

Last month on May 16th , 21 youth group members and 4 adult sponsors went to Fuddruckers and Lazercity in Joplin, MO.


Pictured at right are some of the youth members who attended (left to right) adult sponsor Jennifer Navaratnam, Alvin Jackson, Dong Cheol, Kyle Johnson, Bryan McClure and friends.


The youth group takes trips for several reasons.


“Trips are a time for teens to build relationships with other teens. It is a timefor them to relax and have fun,” said youth leader Anthony Navaratnam. “It is also an opportunity for them to invite their non-church going friends to hang out with the groupand show them how much fun Youth can be.”


Future trips/ activities for the youth group include a back to summer bash, fishing/airsoft, and a camping trip.


The youth group regularly meets at FLAG on Wednesday nights at 7pm. On average 26 teens attend.


They just completed a study on prayer. It focused on the 3 places you need to visit, the power of prayer, and how personal and supernatural battles are won with prayer.

“This was a series that lead up to camp, preparing our teens for camp,” said Navaratnam.


Please be in prayer for FLAG youth as some of them are at camp this week, June 9-13 for high school, others will go June 23-27 for middle school camp. May they come back with a new spark and excitement in their faith!


For more information about Youth Group and Youth activities please contact Anthony Navaratnam at (620)-231-1415.

Response From "Conquering Complaining"

I have heard much feedback from this message already. I think the Holy Spirit is using it to convict our hearts. Yeah! Let's stay convictable before Him!

One group went out to lunch and every other statement they made they added the phrase, "but, I am not complaining.)

If you weren't here, the message is worth listening to, and it is right here.

Monday, June 9, 2008

Hardy's Email Message



Joe & Adrianne Hardy just moved from Pittsburg and will be moving back early next year.
Bellow is their email message:

We really Miss you guys!!!!

Last weekend we went to a Caterpillar hosted event for the Mini Baja races to support Pittsburg State! The race was in Edwards Illinois, which is only 45 min. from where we live so GO PITT!!


Thought you might like to see what we’ve been up to since we’ve been back. (see picture above)


Well, we really miss all of you, hope everything is going good!!

Love,

The Hardy’s




Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Seth and Sarah Baker Announce Baby!

Hi Family and Friends!

As many of you know, last May Seth and I made the decision to adopt. Well, we are so happy to announce that we have a beautiful baby boy waiting for us in South Korea!

We still have another few months to wait for the processing and completion of paperwork before we can go get him to bring him home, so please pray for a speedy travel call. God is so good, and we have been blessed in so many countless ways. Thank you all for your love and support! Now for the best part...a picture of our son:

Malachi Joseph Baker
Born December 9th, 2007 in Seoul, South Korea










Tuesday, May 27, 2008

Best Communication Card Yet!

Coltin James West's First Communication Card
Click for larger view

Monday, May 26, 2008

Nathan Burcham Hired as Worship and College Pastor



This past weekend we had Nathan Burcham come in as a Worship and College Pastor candidate and things went very well.

I have enjoyed getting to know Nathan through some phone interviews and email questionnaires (long ones!). I am comfortable and confident he will be an excellent addition to the staff at Family Life.

Nathan is 22 years old, single, and a recent graduate from Southwestern Assemblies of God University and is a PK (Pastors Kid). His major was music (I'm sure) and business administration (I think).

We look forward to his soon arrival in Pittsburg.

Thursday, May 15, 2008

Wheat State Camp Video - Slow - Worship

Wheat State Camp Video - Fast

Word of Prophecy - 05-11-08

Recent Gifts of the Holy Spirit

Family Life believes in the practice of the supernatural gifts of the Holy Spirit as taught in 1 Corinthians chapters 12-14, and most specifically in 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 and 14:26-32.

The most frequent uses of these gifts are the verbal gifts of “a word of prophecy” and an “utterance in tongues with interpretation.”

We were able to capture and transcribe a recent demonstration in one of our services. 1 Corinthians 14:29 tells us to “weigh carefully what was said” in the use of these gifts.


I watch your life everyday
The delays that come in your life are not by accident
I have a designed a purpose
I want to draw you close to Me

There are times that you run away from me
You scurry about – but I ask you just to stop
Take a moment – take time with me – know who I am

If I took time to number the hairs on your head
Do you not know that I just want to walk with you?
I just want to be with you

Take time – know that I am your God
Yes – I can move those mountains
There is no load too heavy for me
There is no rock so big that I cannot move

But many times you stumble over the small things
You become irritated when delays come
When they’re really purposes for me to get in touch with you
So I again say to you – be aware

As you walk through your days
Know that I am there
No matter where you travel

No matter how far you go
I was there the day you were born
I will receive you at the end


Travis and Sarah West Welcome Coltin James

We rejoice that God's gift of Coltin James West was born to Travis and Sarah yesterday at 6:37 pm.

Coltin weighed 8lbs 9.1 oz and was 19 inches long.

Both Sarah and Coltin are doing great.