September 23, 2009

The regular church conference will be held on Wednesday evening, September 30. Along with the various reports to be presented will be the recommendation of the Ad hoc Committee to enter into the Long Range Plans for First Baptist.  These plans include three phases with a positive vote allowing phase one to begin.

Phase one is the paying off the indebtedness on the renovation of the Educational Building and the swapping of the city property west of the church for the lot behind the church. The city would then build a public parking lot on that property.  This would be completed before Phase Two could begin.

Phase two would include the addition of educational space to the existing fellowship hall.  This would be completed and paid for before entering into Phase Three.

Phase three would be the development of the Rich/Cooper property on the east side of the church.

Please come prepared to vote as the Lord leads you on this issue and any others that might arise.

We are growing and experiencing growing pains.  Our Wednesday Evening meal time is overflowing and we need to be aware of those coming in after us that they have a place to eat and food left for them. Help me make everyone welcome as we continue to experience God=s blessings of growth.

Thank you to those who came last Saturday to the Operation Total Contact. Fourteen teams went out to canvass and share the gospel.  Only a portion of Bainbridge was covered.  Watch for the next date for this endeavor and join us in reaching our city for Jesus.

I look forward to seeing you this Sunday.

Paul

SAINTS ALIVE

We welcome our new officers for 2009-10:  President: Charles Waters

Vice-President: Charles Thomas Secretary/Treasurer: Mary Collins

 Librarian: Florine King

Card Chairman: Millie Cross

Activities Director: Lou Waters

We=re looking for you next Monday as we rehearse >Blessed Be the Name= to share in the evening service of October 4^th.

SENIOR ADULT ACTIVITY PLANNING TEAM

The response to our request for representatives on the SAAPT has been very positive. We are waiting to fill positions for 3 classes, and once we do, we=ll announce a meeting to begin our steps to turn these plans into reality. Representatives, begin now to poll your class members and friends for ideas for fun and exciting activities. See this column next week for a date to meet.

ADULT CHRISTMAS MUSICAL

We premiered the new Christmas musical AGLORIOUS IMPOSSIBLE@ last Wednesday night. Contact me if you would like to participate this year. We need you!

Art

                          Lottie Dollars

WMU is encouraging everyone to save those dollar bills that have the letter AL@ on the front for the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering.

A great big ATHANK YOU@ goes out to Judy Franklin, Karen and Rick Ragan, Brad and Joanne Moore for their work on the 5/6 Grade Ministry Sunday evening fellowship. Everyone had a great time in swimming, eating and just hanging out together.

There is much more to come from this ministry team. They will be meeting soon to work on next years plans. We are still working on the logo and T-shirt for the new ministry. So, be patient and hang in there as we get things rolling in this new ministry area.

If you are looking for a place to serve and you love middle school kids and you have heart for ministry, give me a call.

BAINBRIDGE LIFE CHAIN 2009

National LIFE CHAIN Sunday 2009

October 4 (2:00PM ‑ 3:00 PM)

What Is Life Chain?

It's a "prayer chain" and public (sidewalk) witness against abortion.

A SILENT BUT POWERFUL DEMONSTRATION

Come; let us seek God's divine intervention for the healing of our community and nation.

Who Should Attend?

The Bainbridge Christian Community

and all who are willing to defend human life against abortion.

Bring the family‑‑‑including a chair for elderly relatives.

Youth Evangelism Conference

Let me encourage you to sign up for YEC Dec. 28th-30th.  It is in Macon and hosts a number of contemporary bands and speakers.  The cost is $100 dollars. $50 is due by the first of Oct., and the other $50 is due by the first of Dec.  Please join us for this great worship time.

The powerful YEC lineup for 2009 includes David Crowder, Leeland, Todd Agnew, The Skit Guys, Ed Newton, and Anson McMahon.  These dynamic Christian leaders will be participating in the 4 dynamic worship services that make up YEC.

The $100 covers the hotel costs and the cost of the conference. 

                    See You At the Pole

Thank you to those that participated in SYATP.  I was at Bainbridge Middle School and there were over 70 students that were praying around the pole.  This is an incredible example of who God is in your life and I pray that we will make an effort to pray continually for our schools and our country.

         Middle School Prayer Breakfast

Tuesdays at 7 a.m. at Burger King.

In Christ,

Sunday, September 27

Early Worship .................................. 8:30 AM

Bible Study ...................................... 9:45 AM

Morning Worship ........................... 11:00 AM

5^th & 6^th Grade Bible Study ............. 5:15 PM

Shockwave ..................................... 5:15 PM

AWANA ........................................... 5:30 PM

Evening Worship ............................. 6:30 PM

Ice Cream Fellowship ..................... 7:30 PM

                Monday, September 28

Saints Alive Rehearsal .................. 10:30 AM

                Tuesday, September 29

Men=s Prayer Breakfast ................. 7:00 AM

7^th & 8^th Grade Prayer Breakfast ... 7:00 AM

GROW Visitation ............................. 6:30 PM

             Wednesday, September 30

Graded Choirs ................................. 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

Chancel Choir ................................. 8:00 PM

WE EXTEND CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY TO:

*****Julia Boyd and family in the death of her brother-in-law, Herbert Boyd.

EXTENDED SESSION

September 27

Sunday September 20, 2009

Budget Receipts ......................... $10,665.16

Budget Needs To Date.............. $692,518.00

Budget Receipts YTD................ $624,897.32

Receipts Under Budget By.......... $67,620.68

Pledge To Date ........................... $51,550.00

Pledge Received To Date .......... $12,381.00

Bible Study .............................................. 431

WEDNESDAY FAMILY NIGHT

September 30, 2009

6:00 PM

Chicken & Rice

Green Beans

Seasoned Corn

Rolls

Dessert

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