You should have received a list of the men of the church for your prayerful consideration concerning the ministry of
Deacon. Our church policy allows for each member of the church to nominate up to ten men for the position of Deacon. These nominations are made by ballot during the month of May. A screening committee reviews the nominations and contacts each individual that meets the qualifications of a Deacon. The church receives the list of those qualified and willing to serve. Then on the first Sunday in August the Deacon election is held.
Deacons at First Baptist Church are ministers. They care for the families of the church and assist in the ministries of the church. They are a sounding board for both staff and congregation.
I am privileged and have been privileged to serve with some great men in this congregation. I know that God will raise up His men to continue to serve. Please be in prayer now for our Deacons and for those who will serve.
I want to thank all of our youth that participated in Sunday evenings service. WOW! You blessed my heart and the heart of this whole congregation. The music, interpretive movement, and your presence were showing forth your willingness to learn and to serve. THANK YOU!!!
We are blessed with much talent in this church. Some talented folks are being greatly used of the Lord. Others of you need to be used of the Lord. I think there is place of service and worship for each of us. I look forward to seeing you in your place this Sunday.
Paul
SHOCKWAVE & INTERPRETIVE MOVEMENT
Last Sunday we were skillfully led closer to the Lord by a great group of teens. Our Youth Choir- SHOCKWAVE- praise team, MARTUS, and interpretive movement group did an awesome job. These are the best teens that I have ever known! We love you! Thanks for using your talents for God.
FELLOWSHIP CLUB
The May Fellowship Club meeting will be our annual >Picnic in the Park=. This is the special event where we meet at the river, enjoy our covered dish and fried chicken lunch and see the sights by pontoon boat. Bring a friend and join us at noon, Monday, May 4 as we conclude our great year of activities in the Fellowship Club.
ADULT ACTIVITIES
A trip to the Explorations in Antiquity Center, LaGrange, GA. is scheduled for Tuesday, May 4. The morning begins with a departure from the church at 7 am. When we arrive in LaGrange we will start with an escorted tour of the gardens. Then, at 11:30, we will have a full 4 course meal consisting of 15 different food items including soup, salad, main course, dessert and beverage. Full payment of the $25 balance will be due Sunday, May 2. By the time you read this, our reservations will be confirmed, but it may be possible to add others later. Call for further information.
HONDURAS MISSION TRIP
Begin praying now about how you can be used by God in the Honduras Mission Trip, July 24-August 1. Contact Jimmy Crum or Jerry Henry for more details.
Art
When Happiness Hurts
The following was a devotional I had this week that spoke volumes to me as a parent and soon to be grandparent. I hope and pray the words you are about to read will bring great encouragement to you as a parent.
When it comes to raising good kids, the goal shouldn't be happiness. Richard Weissbourd, a faculty member at the Harvard School of Education, says character comes from making sacrifices, facing challenges, and dealing with adversity‑‑ideas rooted in the Bible.
Serving others can give our kids a sense of happiness that doesn't fade. Even a little pain or discipline can ultimately lead to happiness. Job 5:17 says: "See how happy the man is God corrects; so do not reject the discipline of the Almighty."
Just as we shouldn't reject God's discipline, we shouldn't hold back in disciplining our children or allowing them to feel a little pain. Momentary sadness caused by correction or hardship can help our kids live more God‑honoring lives. We should teach our kids to do the right thing, not because it makes them happy, but because it's right. That may be countercultural, but it's God's way.
The bottom line is God calls us to focus on our kid's character so they'll experience the right kind of happiness.
Stand Firm: God's Challenge for Today's Man
Remember that no one said that raising children was going to be easy. They are a gift from God and you can=t send them back.
Earl
Contact Information
If you have never received an e-mail from me, then I need to get your contact information. This is for both youth and adults. I want to better provide information to everybody involved with the youth program at the church. My e-mail is one of these two;
asessions@fbcbainbridge.com or youthhoss@yahoo.com.
Please contact me through one of these e-mails so that I will have your contact information.
May SNAC Schedule
May 2nd Dinner after church for those not
at concert
May 9th Mother's Day (No SNAC)
May 16th Baccalaureate (No SNAC)
May 23rd SNAC at Deal's
May 30th SNAC at Sessions'
May Schedule
2nd Concert Trip to Tifton (Mark Schultz and Point of Grace)
16th Senior Breakfast and Recognition
Baccalaureate 7 p.m.
26th Wed. Night Summer Schedule Begins
29th David Crowder Band at Wild Adventures (cost $10 w/season pass and $31 without)
Al
Sunday, May 2
Early Worship .................................. 8:30 AM
Bible Study ...................................... 9:45 AM
Morning Worship ........................... 11:00 AM
5th & 6th Grade Bible Study ............. 5:15 PM
Shockwave ..................................... 5:15 PM
AWANA Awards Recognition ......... 6:30 PM
Monday, May 3
Saints Alive Rehearsal .................. 10:30 AM
Fellowship Club Picnic ......................... Noon
Cheney Griffin Park
Tuesday, May 4
Men=s Prayer Breakfast ................. 7:00 AM
7th & 8th Grade Prayer Breakfast ... 7:00 AM
Senior Adult Trip to LaGrange ........ 7:00 AM
Property Committee ....................... 6:00 PM
GROW Visitation ............................. 6:30 PM
Wednesday, May 5
Graded Choirs Rehearse ................ 5:45 PM
Youth Bible Study & Supper ........... 6:00 PM
Family Supper ................................. 6:00 PM
Prayer Meeting ............................... 7:00 PM
Mission Friends, GA=s, RA=s ......... 7:00 PM
Girls of Grace ................................. 7:00 PM
Handbells ........................................ 7:00 PM
5 Love Languages of Children Class 7:00 PM
Leading & Loving Class .................. 7:00 PM
Living for God Class ....................... 7:00 PM
Chancel Choir ................................. 8:00 PM
Thursday, May 6
Special Olympics at High School ... 9:00 AM
EXTENDED SESSION
May 2
Roger & Frances Edmunds, Hildy Conder, Lee Ann Colon, Hope Toole, Cheryl Godwin, Janone Doss, Paula Brinson, Brad & Joanne Moore, Jim & Misti Griffin, Lori Brown, Renee Sims.
Sunday April 25, 2010
Budget Receipts ........................... $8,651.65
Budget Needs To Date.............. $314,891.80
Budget Receipts YTD................ $289,147.18
Receipts Under Budget By.......... $25,744.62
Bible Study .............................................. 366
WEDNESDAY FAMILY NIGHT
May 5, 2010
6:00 PM
Chicken Pot Pie
Salad
Fresh Fruit
Dessert