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Huntsville, AL 35801
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Volume 65 / Week Number 38 / September 18, 2014
September 21, 2014Gideon Sunday
SermoN - TraViS colliNSSermon Series on the church:
“So What Do We Do Now?”“Third class members”
1 Peter 4:10-11, ephesians 4:14-16
FirST FelloWShiP - 8:15 amMusic from the First Fellowship Band
morNiNG BiBle STuDy - 9:15 amBible Study for all ages
SaNcTuary WorShiP - 10:30 amSanctuary Choir Anthem
Soon Ah Will Be Done - DawsonMusic from the Young Musicians Choir
Music from the FBC Saxophone EnsembleAmazing Grace
FouNDaTioNS For liFe claSSeSA full list of classes may be found online at
www.fbchsv.org/foundationsforlifeOr in the green brochures at each Welcome
Center
Glasses for the Dominican Republic
The medical mission team led by Dr. Graham will be going to the Dominican Republic in November. Part of the work there is to help people see better with the gift of glasses. The vision team is asking for your gently used glasses.
Please bring your glasses to the church office anytime or you may leave
them at any of the Welcome Centers on Sundays and Wednesdays. The deadline is Tuesday, September 30.
30th Anniversary Living Christmas TreeDecember 18-21
Music preparations have begun - Come and sing with us!
Joint Worship with FMBC Blue Springs
We are delighted to welcome First Missionary Baptist Church to
worship with us on Sunday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m.
MEMORIALSMay 18, 2014 to September 4, 2014
LIVING CHRISTMAS TREE
Mr. and Mrs. O.A. ClevelandBarbara Lattanzi
MOTHER’S DAY OFFERING
May BuchananHarold and Liz Newcomb
Bettie FieldMary La Marsh
Scott and Susan Field
Pru LawsonGary and Melinda Lawson
Minnie Vaughn NeighborsMargaret Lord Neighbors
Bob and Margaret Neighbors
PET PROJECT
Leonard YesinskyBetty Yesinsky
SPECIAL MISSIONS
Daphine CollinsLinda Horn
Karol EmanuelLinda Horn
Agnes GatlinLinda Horn
Ernie HamiltonLinda Horn
Jack HarbargerJoyce Freisen
John and Robin FreisenJean King
Latham and Ann Walker
Henry Hill, Jr.Linda Horn
Perry SmithJames and Mary Reeder
Adelaide SteinbergLinda Horn
Buddy YatesLinda Horn
STUDENT MINISTRY
Zack ThompsonKady DeWees
TELEVISION MINISTRY
Harold ParkerSusan Cloud
HONORARIUMS
Peggi DeleuilMartha Nolan
GLOBAL MISSIONS
Jud and Anne ReasonsJean Buffington
FBC Orchestra’s
30th Anniversary Concert
“A Children’s Concert”Sunday, October 19 | 4:00 PM
Sunday is Gideon Sunday at First Baptist Church. In each morning service Dr. Horace Carson, State VP, AL/NW FLA Gideon Association, North Region, will share a presentation and we will receive an offering to support the ministry of the Gideons. This ministry places Bibles all around the world so that millions of people can learn the good news of God’s love.
Please pray for our Student Fall Retreat this weekend. As of Tuesday morning, 109 students were signed up to be a part of this great weekend. Matt Hester, who was our Student Ministry Summer Intern several years ago, will
be the retreat speaker.
Our deacons met this week for their monthly meeting and elected officers for the coming year. Rodger Keene was elected as Deacon Chair and Dow Canup as Deacon Vice-Chair. I know you join me in expressing appreciation to this past year’s Deacon Chair, Pam Jones, who served us in a magnificent way this past year along with John Gordon as Deacon Vice-Chair. Their leadership was significant. They, along with ten other deacons, rotate off at the end of September.
Wednesday night, September 17, the FY15 Vision for Ministry Budget will be presented and discussed. This proposed budget covers our fiscal year which will begin in October and end September 2015. The proposed budget of $4,200,000 represents a $100,000 increase over this year’s budget. This increase allows for increased ministry efforts only made possible by your continued faithful giving. The FY15 Budget will be presented for vote without discussion at the end of each worship service on Sunday, September 28. The recommendation being presented comes with endorsements from the Finance Committee, Leadership Council, and Deacons.
You will read elsewhere in this newsletter that our Vision Team has been formed and elected by the church. We had our first meeting last week to elect officers. The Vision Team, Pastor Search Committee, and Ministerial Staff look forward to our Strategic Visioning Orientation with Bill Wilson from Center for Healthy Churches on Saturday, September 27. You will hear more from this meeting in the coming days!
Please continue to lift our Pastor Search Committee, Interim Pulpit Committee, Vision Team, and Ministerial Staff in your prayers during these especially important days in our church. Your faithful presence, giving, and prayers are important.See you Sunday for Worship and Bible Study!
Jud Reasons, Executive Pastor
ministry calendar
knowing, lov ing, serv ing Christ...together
library hours Sunday 9-9:15 am | 10:10-10:45 am | 11:40-12:00 PmTuesday 10:00 am-12:00 PmWednesday 4:00-5:00 Pm
Family matters
NEW MEMBERMaggie Hempstead1703 White Fern AveHuntsville, AL 35801
Tommy Tucker307 Marsheutz Ave.Huntsville, AL 35801
CHRISTIAN SYMPATHYFormer members Carolyn & Paul Miles in the loss of her mother and John (Lisa) Miles and Elizabeth (Hunter) Weatherly in the loss of their grandmother Eva Deal
3-4-5 Ladies’ FellowshipWho: 3hirty, 4orty, 5ifty-something womenWhat: An evening of fun, food & fellowshipWhen: Thursday, September 25, 6:00-9:00 PMWhere: At the home of Susan Wessinger 4018 Medford Drive in HuntsvilleRSVP: Please call or email Susan Wessinger by September 23 (256-603-2340 or msjwessinger@gmail.com)
Sunday, September 21First Fellowship Worship 8:15 ammorning Bible Study 9:15 amSanctuary Worship 10:30 amFBc Strings rehearsal 2:00 PmStudent Praise Band rehearsal 3:00 Pmmen’s ensemble Practice 4:00 PmFoundations for life classes 4:00 & 5:00 PmStudent choir 5:00 Pm
monday, September 22letter Writing ministry 9:00 ammoPS meeting 9:00 amhallelujah choir 10:30 ammen’s Bible Study Fellowship 6:00 Pm
Tuesday, September 23Spiritual Formations 7:00 amWomen’s Bible Study: Daniel 9:00 amSilK meeting 5:00 Pm2345 ministry Gym 5:30 PmGriefShare 6:00 PmBoy Scout Troop 70 6:30 PmForum 6:30 Pmmosaic ringers rehearsal 6:30 Pm
Wednesday, September 24Women’s Precept Bible Study 9:00 amamerican Senior assistance Program 11:00 amWriting your life Story 3:00 PmSupper/Fh 4:45 PmSpanish class 5:00 Pmemployment Peace Seminar 5:30 PmFinancial Peace university 5:30 Pmchildren’s music & missions 5:30 PmThe Daniel Plan 5:30 PmWomen’s Bible Study: James 5:30 Pmlaugh your Way to a Better marriage 5:45 Pmmarriage Study: his Needs/her Needs 5:45 PmPrayer meeting & Bible Study/Fh 5:45 PmStudent liftoff 6:00 Pmorchestra rehearsal 6:00 PmFirst Fellowship Band Practice/lc 7:00 PmSanctuary choir rehearsal 7:00 Pm
Thursday, September 25eSl 9:00 amWalkie Talkies 10:00 am345 ladies’ Fellowship 6:00 Pm
Wednesday Night Dinner menuWednesday, September 24
adultshamburger Steak with Gravy
roasted PotatoesSteamed Vegetables
Salad Grilled chicken Salad
(reservations for salad must be turned in by 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday.)
STeWarDShiP rePorT
Week # 50
09/14/14
year-to-Date Goal $ 3,936,000.00
offering
This Week $ 75,215.31
yTD $ 3,963,357.93
Faith Steps - admin Suite
This Week $ 893.26
yTD $ 126,563.91
To Date $ 819,198.74
Faith Steps to the Future
This Week $ 3,676.10
yTD $ 540,023.17
To Date $ 5,505,824.43
aTTeNDaNce
Sunday SchoolPreschool 85
children 62
Students 126
adults 608
Visitors 63
Brookdale 22
ToTal 960
Worship Service
First Fellowship 446
Sanctuary Worship 550
ToTal 996
ThaNK youThank you notes have been received from Ollie
Steger and Mike Soutullo. They have been placed on the bulletin board across from the
Music Suite.
MEMORIALSMay 18, 2014 to September 4, 2014
FAITH STEPS
Jack HarbargerPaul and Janice Allison
William and Polly Lucas Graham and Corinne Shovelton
Arnold and Sara Stokes
John WigginsLeonard and Ila Mitchum James and Mary ReederKaren and Bill Rowell
Graham and Corinne Shovelton Arnold and Sara Stokes
Mary WilsonBill and Polly Lucas
MEMORIAL FUND
Ernie Hamilton Billie L. EastEvelyn East
Jeff East John W. East
Elenora HamrickTed and Martha Fountain
Jack HarbargerAlleda W. Coons
Jerome and Cindy CowleyC.C. and Martha Fountain
Vaudine Harbarger GilmoreTerry and Jeannie Harbarger
Jean HinsonBill and Sydna Johnson
Tommy and Helen LewisValerie Morgan Lamar Nesbit
Jimmy and Charlotte ParkAlbry and Susan Peddy
Cliff and Sue Ellen SissonBen and Lossie Small
Sue and Donna ThorntonMr. and Mrs. J.N. Williams III
Carl Morring, Jr.William and Cecilia Halsey
Mary Claire Sefton
Zack ThompsonNita Snyder
John WigginsMark and Rebecca Harris
Laura and Jeff MartinCaroline McLain
Jerry McLain Mr. and Mrs. D. Scott McLain
Leonard and Ila MitchumJune Moore
Laurie Pierson Rooney Weaver
Mary WilsonAnn Gravlee
Leoroy Huntington Phillip MarshallLynn W. McGee
Laddin and Heather MontgomeryJune Moore
Ruthie Fink PressleyJames and Mary Reeder
Peggy Nan SissonChuck and Samantha Thompson
Faye TrussellLatham and Ann Walker
Louise and Edgar WeldenElizabeth Whitten
Ron and Marsha WillisFrank C. Wilson, Jr. Frank C. Wilson, Sr.
Employees of Aero Thermo Technology, Inc.
This DVD presentation by Mark Gungor is a riot! Mark’s candid and comedic approach uses unforgettable illustrations and the power of laughter to teach proven principles that are guaranteed to strengthen any marriage. He is about helping couples get it right, get along, have fun, and achieve a successful marriage. Designed for all marriages.
Register through Mosaic Available Small Groups or call 256-428-9418.
Staff Anniversary RecognitionThis week we celebrate and give thanks to God for the twenty years of ministry we have shared with Angela Seanor. Angela joined the staff in September of 1994 as our Childcare Coordinator. Her dedication to providing the best for our children is evident as she coordinates the number of paid workers needed per class, watches the church calendar closely to determine when childcare is necessary, interviews and trains staff, and still finds the time to encourage parents and workers. Her gentle spirit and servant heart is evident to workers, parents,
and children. When you see Angela in the hallway this week, share your words of encouragement and appreciation with her. Thank you Angela for loving our children!
Facilitated by Bob and Cherry Saint
Wednesdays at 5:45-7:00 PMSeptember 24 - October 29
Community Room
WHEN: Monday, October 6 10:00 AM-3:30 PM
WHERE: Jimmy Wall’s lake house.
COST: $6.00 plus a covered dish.
RSVP: Call the Experienced Adult Office at 256-428-9403 or email 55plus@fbchsv.org.
Experienced Adult
Vision Team Meets to Elect Officers Our Vision Team was unanimously elected at our Called Business Meeting on Wednesday, September 3. At our first meeting on Tuesday, September 9, the committee elected Bill Walton as Chair, Lindsey Giambrone as Vice Chair, and Debbie McDaniel as Secretary. Bill Walton - ChairLindsey Giambone - Vice ChairDebbie McDaniel - SecretaryNathan AldersonEmily DePlachettChristina HearneCathy HicksChuck RosecransKen Smith There will be a combined meeting of our Vision Team, Pastor Search Committee, and Ministerial Staff for Strategic Visioning Orientation with Bill Wilson from Center for Healthy Churches on Saturday, September 27.
ministry calendar
knowing, lov ing, serv ing Christ...together
library hours Sunday 9-9:15 am | 10:10-10:45 am | 11:40-12:00 PmTuesday 10:00 am-12:00 PmWednesday 4:00-5:00 Pm
Family matters
NEW MEMBERMaggie Hempstead1703 White Fern AveHuntsville, AL 35801
Tommy Tucker307 Marsheutz Ave.Huntsville, AL 35801
CHRISTIAN SYMPATHYFormer members Carolyn & Paul Miles in the loss of her mother and John (Lisa) Miles and Elizabeth (Hunter) Weatherly in the loss of their grandmother Eva Deal
3-4-5 Ladies’ FellowshipWho: 3hirty, 4orty, 5ifty-something womenWhat: An evening of fun, food & fellowshipWhen: Thursday, September 25, 6:00-9:00 PMWhere: At the home of Susan Wessinger 4018 Medford Drive in HuntsvilleRSVP: Please call or email Susan Wessinger by September 23 (256-603-2340 or msjwessinger@gmail.com)
Sunday, September 21First Fellowship Worship 8:15 ammorning Bible Study 9:15 amSanctuary Worship 10:30 amFBc Strings rehearsal 2:00 PmStudent Praise Band rehearsal 3:00 Pmmen’s ensemble Practice 4:00 PmFoundations for life classes 4:00 & 5:00 PmStudent choir 5:00 Pm
monday, September 22letter Writing ministry 9:00 ammoPS meeting 9:00 amhallelujah choir 10:30 ammen’s Bible Study Fellowship 6:00 Pm
Tuesday, September 23Spiritual Formations 7:00 amWomen’s Bible Study: Daniel 9:00 amSilK meeting 5:00 Pm2345 ministry Gym 5:30 PmGriefShare 6:00 PmBoy Scout Troop 70 6:30 PmForum 6:30 Pmmosaic ringers rehearsal 6:30 Pm
Wednesday, September 24Women’s Precept Bible Study 9:00 amamerican Senior assistance Program 11:00 amWriting your life Story 3:00 PmSupper/Fh 4:45 PmSpanish class 5:00 Pmemployment Peace Seminar 5:30 PmFinancial Peace university 5:30 Pmchildren’s music & missions 5:30 PmThe Daniel Plan 5:30 PmWomen’s Bible Study: James 5:30 Pmlaugh your Way to a Better marriage 5:45 Pmmarriage Study: his Needs/her Needs 5:45 PmPrayer meeting & Bible Study/Fh 5:45 PmStudent liftoff 6:00 Pmorchestra rehearsal 6:00 PmFirst Fellowship Band Practice/lc 7:00 PmSanctuary choir rehearsal 7:00 Pm
Thursday, September 25eSl 9:00 amWalkie Talkies 10:00 am345 ladies’ Fellowship 6:00 Pm
Wednesday Night Dinner menuWednesday, September 24
adultshamburger Steak with Gravy
roasted PotatoesSteamed Vegetables
Salad Grilled chicken Salad
(reservations for salad must be turned in by 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday.)
STeWarDShiP rePorT
Week # 50
09/14/14
year-to-Date Goal $ 3,936,000.00
offering
This Week $ 75,215.31
yTD $ 3,963,357.93
Faith Steps - admin Suite
This Week $ 893.26
yTD $ 126,563.91
To Date $ 819,198.74
Faith Steps to the Future
This Week $ 3,676.10
yTD $ 540,023.17
To Date $ 5,505,824.43
aTTeNDaNce
Sunday SchoolPreschool 85
children 62
Students 126
adults 608
Visitors 63
Brookdale 22
ToTal 960
Worship Service
First Fellowship 446
Sanctuary Worship 550
ToTal 996
ThaNK youThank you notes have been received from Ollie
Steger and Mike Soutullo. They have been placed on the bulletin board across from the
Music Suite.
MEMORIALSMay 18, 2014 to September 4, 2014
FAITH STEPS
Jack HarbargerPaul and Janice Allison
William and Polly Lucas Graham and Corinne Shovelton
Arnold and Sara Stokes
John WigginsLeonard and Ila Mitchum James and Mary ReederKaren and Bill Rowell
Graham and Corinne Shovelton Arnold and Sara Stokes
Mary WilsonBill and Polly Lucas
MEMORIAL FUND
Ernie Hamilton Billie L. EastEvelyn East
Jeff East John W. East
Elenora HamrickTed and Martha Fountain
Jack HarbargerAlleda W. Coons
Jerome and Cindy CowleyC.C. and Martha Fountain
Vaudine Harbarger GilmoreTerry and Jeannie Harbarger
Jean HinsonBill and Sydna Johnson
Tommy and Helen LewisValerie Morgan Lamar Nesbit
Jimmy and Charlotte ParkAlbry and Susan Peddy
Cliff and Sue Ellen SissonBen and Lossie Small
Sue and Donna ThorntonMr. and Mrs. J.N. Williams III
Carl Morring, Jr.William and Cecilia Halsey
Mary Claire Sefton
Zack ThompsonNita Snyder
John WigginsMark and Rebecca Harris
Laura and Jeff MartinCaroline McLain
Jerry McLain Mr. and Mrs. D. Scott McLain
Leonard and Ila MitchumJune Moore
Laurie Pierson Rooney Weaver
Mary WilsonAnn Gravlee
Leoroy Huntington Phillip MarshallLynn W. McGee
Laddin and Heather MontgomeryJune Moore
Ruthie Fink PressleyJames and Mary Reeder
Peggy Nan SissonChuck and Samantha Thompson
Faye TrussellLatham and Ann Walker
Louise and Edgar WeldenElizabeth Whitten
Ron and Marsha WillisFrank C. Wilson, Jr. Frank C. Wilson, Sr.
Employees of Aero Thermo Technology, Inc.
This DVD presentation by Mark Gungor is a riot! Mark’s candid and comedic approach uses unforgettable illustrations and the power of laughter to teach proven principles that are guaranteed to strengthen any marriage. He is about helping couples get it right, get along, have fun, and achieve a successful marriage. Designed for all marriages.
Register through Mosaic Available Small Groups or call 256-428-9418.
Staff Anniversary RecognitionThis week we celebrate and give thanks to God for the twenty years of ministry we have shared with Angela Seanor. Angela joined the staff in September of 1994 as our Childcare Coordinator. Her dedication to providing the best for our children is evident as she coordinates the number of paid workers needed per class, watches the church calendar closely to determine when childcare is necessary, interviews and trains staff, and still finds the time to encourage parents and workers. Her gentle spirit and servant heart is evident to workers, parents,
and children. When you see Angela in the hallway this week, share your words of encouragement and appreciation with her. Thank you Angela for loving our children!
Facilitated by Bob and Cherry Saint
Wednesdays at 5:45-7:00 PMSeptember 24 - October 29
Community Room
WHEN: Monday, October 6 10:00 AM-3:30 PM
WHERE: Jimmy Wall’s lake house.
COST: $6.00 plus a covered dish.
RSVP: Call the Experienced Adult Office at 256-428-9403 or email 55plus@fbchsv.org.
Experienced Adult
Vision Team Meets to Elect Officers Our Vision Team was unanimously elected at our Called Business Meeting on Wednesday, September 3. At our first meeting on Tuesday, September 9, the committee elected Bill Walton as Chair, Lindsey Giambrone as Vice Chair, and Debbie McDaniel as Secretary. Bill Walton - ChairLindsey Giambone - Vice ChairDebbie McDaniel - SecretaryNathan AldersonEmily DePlachettChristina HearneCathy HicksChuck RosecransKen Smith There will be a combined meeting of our Vision Team, Pastor Search Committee, and Ministerial Staff for Strategic Visioning Orientation with Bill Wilson from Center for Healthy Churches on Saturday, September 27.
ministry calendar
knowing, lov ing, serv ing Christ...together
library hours Sunday 9-9:15 am | 10:10-10:45 am | 11:40-12:00 PmTuesday 10:00 am-12:00 PmWednesday 4:00-5:00 Pm
Family matters
NEW MEMBERMaggie Hempstead1703 White Fern AveHuntsville, AL 35801
Tommy Tucker307 Marsheutz Ave.Huntsville, AL 35801
CHRISTIAN SYMPATHYFormer members Carolyn & Paul Miles in the loss of her mother and John (Lisa) Miles and Elizabeth (Hunter) Weatherly in the loss of their grandmother Eva Deal
3-4-5 Ladies’ FellowshipWho: 3hirty, 4orty, 5ifty-something womenWhat: An evening of fun, food & fellowshipWhen: Thursday, September 25, 6:00-9:00 PMWhere: At the home of Susan Wessinger 4018 Medford Drive in HuntsvilleRSVP: Please call or email Susan Wessinger by September 23 (256-603-2340 or msjwessinger@gmail.com)
Sunday, September 21First Fellowship Worship 8:15 ammorning Bible Study 9:15 amSanctuary Worship 10:30 amFBc Strings rehearsal 2:00 PmStudent Praise Band rehearsal 3:00 Pmmen’s ensemble Practice 4:00 PmFoundations for life classes 4:00 & 5:00 PmStudent choir 5:00 Pm
monday, September 22letter Writing ministry 9:00 ammoPS meeting 9:00 amhallelujah choir 10:30 ammen’s Bible Study Fellowship 6:00 Pm
Tuesday, September 23Spiritual Formations 7:00 amWomen’s Bible Study: Daniel 9:00 amSilK meeting 5:00 Pm2345 ministry Gym 5:30 PmGriefShare 6:00 PmBoy Scout Troop 70 6:30 PmForum 6:30 Pmmosaic ringers rehearsal 6:30 Pm
Wednesday, September 24Women’s Precept Bible Study 9:00 amamerican Senior assistance Program 11:00 amWriting your life Story 3:00 PmSupper/Fh 4:45 PmSpanish class 5:00 Pmemployment Peace Seminar 5:30 PmFinancial Peace university 5:30 Pmchildren’s music & missions 5:30 PmThe Daniel Plan 5:30 PmWomen’s Bible Study: James 5:30 Pmlaugh your Way to a Better marriage 5:45 Pmmarriage Study: his Needs/her Needs 5:45 PmPrayer meeting & Bible Study/Fh 5:45 PmStudent liftoff 6:00 Pmorchestra rehearsal 6:00 PmFirst Fellowship Band Practice/lc 7:00 PmSanctuary choir rehearsal 7:00 Pm
Thursday, September 25eSl 9:00 amWalkie Talkies 10:00 am345 ladies’ Fellowship 6:00 Pm
Wednesday Night Dinner menuWednesday, September 24
adultshamburger Steak with Gravy
roasted PotatoesSteamed Vegetables
Salad Grilled chicken Salad
(reservations for salad must be turned in by 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday.)
STeWarDShiP rePorT
Week # 50
09/14/14
year-to-Date Goal $ 3,936,000.00
offering
This Week $ 75,215.31
yTD $ 3,963,357.93
Faith Steps - admin Suite
This Week $ 893.26
yTD $ 126,563.91
To Date $ 819,198.74
Faith Steps to the Future
This Week $ 3,676.10
yTD $ 540,023.17
To Date $ 5,505,824.43
aTTeNDaNce
Sunday SchoolPreschool 85
children 62
Students 126
adults 608
Visitors 63
Brookdale 22
ToTal 960
Worship Service
First Fellowship 446
Sanctuary Worship 550
ToTal 996
ThaNK youThank you notes have been received from Ollie
Steger and Mike Soutullo. They have been placed on the bulletin board across from the
Music Suite.
MEMORIALSMay 18, 2014 to September 4, 2014
FAITH STEPS
Jack HarbargerPaul and Janice Allison
William and Polly Lucas Graham and Corinne Shovelton
Arnold and Sara Stokes
John WigginsLeonard and Ila Mitchum James and Mary ReederKaren and Bill Rowell
Graham and Corinne Shovelton Arnold and Sara Stokes
Mary WilsonBill and Polly Lucas
MEMORIAL FUND
Ernie Hamilton Billie L. EastEvelyn East
Jeff East John W. East
Elenora HamrickTed and Martha Fountain
Jack HarbargerAlleda W. Coons
Jerome and Cindy CowleyC.C. and Martha Fountain
Vaudine Harbarger GilmoreTerry and Jeannie Harbarger
Jean HinsonBill and Sydna Johnson
Tommy and Helen LewisValerie Morgan Lamar Nesbit
Jimmy and Charlotte ParkAlbry and Susan Peddy
Cliff and Sue Ellen SissonBen and Lossie Small
Sue and Donna ThorntonMr. and Mrs. J.N. Williams III
Carl Morring, Jr.William and Cecilia Halsey
Mary Claire Sefton
Zack ThompsonNita Snyder
John WigginsMark and Rebecca Harris
Laura and Jeff MartinCaroline McLain
Jerry McLain Mr. and Mrs. D. Scott McLain
Leonard and Ila MitchumJune Moore
Laurie Pierson Rooney Weaver
Mary WilsonAnn Gravlee
Leoroy Huntington Phillip MarshallLynn W. McGee
Laddin and Heather MontgomeryJune Moore
Ruthie Fink PressleyJames and Mary Reeder
Peggy Nan SissonChuck and Samantha Thompson
Faye TrussellLatham and Ann Walker
Louise and Edgar WeldenElizabeth Whitten
Ron and Marsha WillisFrank C. Wilson, Jr. Frank C. Wilson, Sr.
Employees of Aero Thermo Technology, Inc.
This DVD presentation by Mark Gungor is a riot! Mark’s candid and comedic approach uses unforgettable illustrations and the power of laughter to teach proven principles that are guaranteed to strengthen any marriage. He is about helping couples get it right, get along, have fun, and achieve a successful marriage. Designed for all marriages.
Register through Mosaic Available Small Groups or call 256-428-9418.
Staff Anniversary RecognitionThis week we celebrate and give thanks to God for the twenty years of ministry we have shared with Angela Seanor. Angela joined the staff in September of 1994 as our Childcare Coordinator. Her dedication to providing the best for our children is evident as she coordinates the number of paid workers needed per class, watches the church calendar closely to determine when childcare is necessary, interviews and trains staff, and still finds the time to encourage parents and workers. Her gentle spirit and servant heart is evident to workers, parents,
and children. When you see Angela in the hallway this week, share your words of encouragement and appreciation with her. Thank you Angela for loving our children!
Facilitated by Bob and Cherry Saint
Wednesdays at 5:45-7:00 PMSeptember 24 - October 29
Community Room
WHEN: Monday, October 6 10:00 AM-3:30 PM
WHERE: Jimmy Wall’s lake house.
COST: $6.00 plus a covered dish.
RSVP: Call the Experienced Adult Office at 256-428-9403 or email 55plus@fbchsv.org.
Experienced Adult
Vision Team Meets to Elect Officers Our Vision Team was unanimously elected at our Called Business Meeting on Wednesday, September 3. At our first meeting on Tuesday, September 9, the committee elected Bill Walton as Chair, Lindsey Giambrone as Vice Chair, and Debbie McDaniel as Secretary. Bill Walton - ChairLindsey Giambone - Vice ChairDebbie McDaniel - SecretaryNathan AldersonEmily DePlachettChristina HearneCathy HicksChuck RosecransKen Smith There will be a combined meeting of our Vision Team, Pastor Search Committee, and Ministerial Staff for Strategic Visioning Orientation with Bill Wilson from Center for Healthy Churches on Saturday, September 27.
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600 Governors Drive
Huntsville, AL 35801
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this sunday
knowing, lov ing, serv ing Christ...together
Volume 65 / Week Number 38 / September 18, 2014
September 21, 2014Gideon Sunday
SermoN - TraViS colliNSSermon Series on the church:
“So What Do We Do Now?”“Third class members”
1 Peter 4:10-11, ephesians 4:14-16
FirST FelloWShiP - 8:15 amMusic from the First Fellowship Band
morNiNG BiBle STuDy - 9:15 amBible Study for all ages
SaNcTuary WorShiP - 10:30 amSanctuary Choir Anthem
Soon Ah Will Be Done - DawsonMusic from the Young Musicians Choir
Music from the FBC Saxophone EnsembleAmazing Grace
FouNDaTioNS For liFe claSSeSA full list of classes may be found online at
www.fbchsv.org/foundationsforlifeOr in the green brochures at each Welcome
Center
Glasses for the Dominican Republic
The medical mission team led by Dr. Graham will be going to the Dominican Republic in November. Part of the work there is to help people see better with the gift of glasses. The vision team is asking for your gently used glasses.
Please bring your glasses to the church office anytime or you may leave
them at any of the Welcome Centers on Sundays and Wednesdays. The deadline is Tuesday, September 30.
30th Anniversary Living Christmas TreeDecember 18-21
Music preparations have begun - Come and sing with us!
Joint Worship with FMBC Blue Springs
We are delighted to welcome First Missionary Baptist Church to
worship with us on Sunday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m.
MEMORIALSMay 18, 2014 to September 4, 2014
LIVING CHRISTMAS TREE
Mr. and Mrs. O.A. ClevelandBarbara Lattanzi
MOTHER’S DAY OFFERING
May BuchananHarold and Liz Newcomb
Bettie FieldMary La Marsh
Scott and Susan Field
Pru LawsonGary and Melinda Lawson
Minnie Vaughn NeighborsMargaret Lord Neighbors
Bob and Margaret Neighbors
PET PROJECT
Leonard YesinskyBetty Yesinsky
SPECIAL MISSIONS
Daphine CollinsLinda Horn
Karol EmanuelLinda Horn
Agnes GatlinLinda Horn
Ernie HamiltonLinda Horn
Jack HarbargerJoyce Freisen
John and Robin FreisenJean King
Latham and Ann Walker
Henry Hill, Jr.Linda Horn
Perry SmithJames and Mary Reeder
Adelaide SteinbergLinda Horn
Buddy YatesLinda Horn
STUDENT MINISTRY
Zack ThompsonKady DeWees
TELEVISION MINISTRY
Harold ParkerSusan Cloud
HONORARIUMS
Peggi DeleuilMartha Nolan
GLOBAL MISSIONS
Jud and Anne ReasonsJean Buffington
FBC Orchestra’s
30th Anniversary Concert
“A Children’s Concert”Sunday, October 19 | 4:00 PM
Sunday is Gideon Sunday at First Baptist Church. In each morning service Dr. Horace Carson, State VP, AL/NW FLA Gideon Association, North Region, will share a presentation and we will receive an offering to support the ministry of the Gideons. This ministry places Bibles all around the world so that millions of people can learn the good news of God’s love.
Please pray for our Student Fall Retreat this weekend. As of Tuesday morning, 109 students were signed up to be a part of this great weekend. Matt Hester, who was our Student Ministry Summer Intern several years ago, will
be the retreat speaker.
Our deacons met this week for their monthly meeting and elected officers for the coming year. Rodger Keene was elected as Deacon Chair and Dow Canup as Deacon Vice-Chair. I know you join me in expressing appreciation to this past year’s Deacon Chair, Pam Jones, who served us in a magnificent way this past year along with John Gordon as Deacon Vice-Chair. Their leadership was significant. They, along with ten other deacons, rotate off at the end of September.
Wednesday night, September 17, the FY15 Vision for Ministry Budget will be presented and discussed. This proposed budget covers our fiscal year which will begin in October and end September 2015. The proposed budget of $4,200,000 represents a $100,000 increase over this year’s budget. This increase allows for increased ministry efforts only made possible by your continued faithful giving. The FY15 Budget will be presented for vote without discussion at the end of each worship service on Sunday, September 28. The recommendation being presented comes with endorsements from the Finance Committee, Leadership Council, and Deacons.
You will read elsewhere in this newsletter that our Vision Team has been formed and elected by the church. We had our first meeting last week to elect officers. The Vision Team, Pastor Search Committee, and Ministerial Staff look forward to our Strategic Visioning Orientation with Bill Wilson from Center for Healthy Churches on Saturday, September 27. You will hear more from this meeting in the coming days!
Please continue to lift our Pastor Search Committee, Interim Pulpit Committee, Vision Team, and Ministerial Staff in your prayers during these especially important days in our church. Your faithful presence, giving, and prayers are important.See you Sunday for Worship and Bible Study!
Jud Reasons, Executive Pastor
First Baptist Church
600 Governors Drive
Huntsville, AL 35801
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Volume 65 / Week Number 38 / September 18, 2014
September 21, 2014Gideon Sunday
SermoN - TraViS colliNSSermon Series on the church:
“So What Do We Do Now?”“Third class members”
1 Peter 4:10-11, ephesians 4:14-16
FirST FelloWShiP - 8:15 amMusic from the First Fellowship Band
morNiNG BiBle STuDy - 9:15 amBible Study for all ages
SaNcTuary WorShiP - 10:30 amSanctuary Choir Anthem
Soon Ah Will Be Done - DawsonMusic from the Young Musicians Choir
Music from the FBC Saxophone EnsembleAmazing Grace
FouNDaTioNS For liFe claSSeSA full list of classes may be found online at
www.fbchsv.org/foundationsforlifeOr in the green brochures at each Welcome
Center
Glasses for the Dominican Republic
The medical mission team led by Dr. Graham will be going to the Dominican Republic in November. Part of the work there is to help people see better with the gift of glasses. The vision team is asking for your gently used glasses.
Please bring your glasses to the church office anytime or you may leave
them at any of the Welcome Centers on Sundays and Wednesdays. The deadline is Tuesday, September 30.
30th Anniversary Living Christmas TreeDecember 18-21
Music preparations have begun - Come and sing with us!
Joint Worship with FMBC Blue Springs
We are delighted to welcome First Missionary Baptist Church to
worship with us on Sunday, October 12 at 6:30 p.m.
MEMORIALSMay 18, 2014 to September 4, 2014
LIVING CHRISTMAS TREE
Mr. and Mrs. O.A. ClevelandBarbara Lattanzi
MOTHER’S DAY OFFERING
May BuchananHarold and Liz Newcomb
Bettie FieldMary La Marsh
Scott and Susan Field
Pru LawsonGary and Melinda Lawson
Minnie Vaughn NeighborsMargaret Lord Neighbors
Bob and Margaret Neighbors
PET PROJECT
Leonard YesinskyBetty Yesinsky
SPECIAL MISSIONS
Daphine CollinsLinda Horn
Karol EmanuelLinda Horn
Agnes GatlinLinda Horn
Ernie HamiltonLinda Horn
Jack HarbargerJoyce Freisen
John and Robin FreisenJean King
Latham and Ann Walker
Henry Hill, Jr.Linda Horn
Perry SmithJames and Mary Reeder
Adelaide SteinbergLinda Horn
Buddy YatesLinda Horn
STUDENT MINISTRY
Zack ThompsonKady DeWees
TELEVISION MINISTRY
Harold ParkerSusan Cloud
HONORARIUMS
Peggi DeleuilMartha Nolan
GLOBAL MISSIONS
Jud and Anne ReasonsJean Buffington
FBC Orchestra’s
30th Anniversary Concert
“A Children’s Concert”Sunday, October 19 | 4:00 PM
Sunday is Gideon Sunday at First Baptist Church. In each morning service Dr. Horace Carson, State VP, AL/NW FLA Gideon Association, North Region, will share a presentation and we will receive an offering to support the ministry of the Gideons. This ministry places Bibles all around the world so that millions of people can learn the good news of God’s love.
Please pray for our Student Fall Retreat this weekend. As of Tuesday morning, 109 students were signed up to be a part of this great weekend. Matt Hester, who was our Student Ministry Summer Intern several years ago, will
be the retreat speaker.
Our deacons met this week for their monthly meeting and elected officers for the coming year. Rodger Keene was elected as Deacon Chair and Dow Canup as Deacon Vice-Chair. I know you join me in expressing appreciation to this past year’s Deacon Chair, Pam Jones, who served us in a magnificent way this past year along with John Gordon as Deacon Vice-Chair. Their leadership was significant. They, along with ten other deacons, rotate off at the end of September.
Wednesday night, September 17, the FY15 Vision for Ministry Budget will be presented and discussed. This proposed budget covers our fiscal year which will begin in October and end September 2015. The proposed budget of $4,200,000 represents a $100,000 increase over this year’s budget. This increase allows for increased ministry efforts only made possible by your continued faithful giving. The FY15 Budget will be presented for vote without discussion at the end of each worship service on Sunday, September 28. The recommendation being presented comes with endorsements from the Finance Committee, Leadership Council, and Deacons.
You will read elsewhere in this newsletter that our Vision Team has been formed and elected by the church. We had our first meeting last week to elect officers. The Vision Team, Pastor Search Committee, and Ministerial Staff look forward to our Strategic Visioning Orientation with Bill Wilson from Center for Healthy Churches on Saturday, September 27. You will hear more from this meeting in the coming days!
Please continue to lift our Pastor Search Committee, Interim Pulpit Committee, Vision Team, and Ministerial Staff in your prayers during these especially important days in our church. Your faithful presence, giving, and prayers are important.See you Sunday for Worship and Bible Study!
Jud Reasons, Executive Pastor