First News February 2012

Vol. 3 No. 2

First Baptist ChurchSulphur Springs

Sunday Worship8:30 a.m.

11:00 a.m.

Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Evening Worship7:00 p.m.

ssfbc.org

First Baptist Church of Sulphur Springs...

With the Bible as our basis and the Holy Spirit as our guide, we exist to -

INTRODUCE people to Jesus

IMITATE the life of Jesus, and to

IMPACT our community and the world for Jesus

OUR CORE VALUES• Prayer• Unified Direction• Strategic Missions• Biblical Preaching and Teaching• Transformational Discipleship• Effective Evangelism• Strong Families• Authentic Worship• Intentional Fellowship• Relevant Ministry

February 2012

PastorA W o r d F r o m Y o u r

M i n i s t e r i a l S t a f f

Senior PastorMark Bryant [[email protected]]

Associate PastorFred Lewis [[email protected]]

Worship PastorNeal Terwilliger [[email protected])

Associate Worship PastorDarren Gray [[email protected]]

Minister of EducationBruce Welch [[email protected]]

Minister of Recreation & OutreachMike Armstrong [[email protected]]

High School Student PastorBrian Brewer [[email protected]]

Middle School PastorHeath Anderson [[email protected]]

Minister to ChildrenBrit Fisher [[email protected]]

Director of Preschool & KindergartenTracey Cody [[email protected]]

La Primera iglesia Mission PastorAmadeo Miranda

Pastor Mark Bryant

The theme for 2012 is iSurrender. We will look at how surrender is something that we are called to do in every area of our lives. All of us have things in our life that we need to surrender to the Lord in

order for Him to work in and through us so we can finish the course the He has put before us. Some need to surrender the desire to go back. Some need to realize that giving up is not the same as surrendering to Jesus. I pray that you will begin today praying for the Lord to show you

what needs to be surrendered to His control. For me, I want to be the first to say, iSurrender! Pastor Mark

What an incredible way to start the year as we ask the Lord to take the ROC and use it for His glory. We had a great crowd and the Spirit of the Lord was definitely among His people. As we move ahead, I want to encourage you to take advantage of the ministry opportunities that are being offered at the ROC. It might seem strange to think of a game of pick-‐up basketball or a walk around the walking track as a ministry opportunity but this is another way to reach out to our community with the gospel of Jesus Christ. I pray we will consider every person that walks through the door as a special guest who may need to hear of the saving grace of Jesus. You never know when the Lord will provide an opportunity for you to tell someone how Jesus has made a life changing difference in your life and how He can change their life as well. You never know when you might meet someone who needs a word of encouragement or a listening ear. I am hoping that we will have a shift in our thinking as we realize that every encounter, whether at the ROC or in the grocery store, is an opportunity to declare the goodness and grace of our God. We need a reminder of the words the Spirit gave to Peter: “[B]ut sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, yet with gentleness and reverence;” I Peter 3:15 (NASB) You never know when you will have a chance to speak on behalf of the Lord so be ready. I have found that we do not always get a second chance and we want to be prepared. A word from the Lord is never wasted! Paul writes, “Let no unwholesome word proceed from your mouth, but only such a word as is good for edification according to the need of the moment, so that it will give grace to those who hear.” Eph. 4:29 (NASB) I want to thank everyone who worked hard to make sure that the building was ready for the dedication service and again I pray that you will make this one more resource for bringing your family and friends into contact with the message of Jesus Christ. TO GOD BE THE GLORY! Be blessed, Pastor Mark

iSurrender2012

W h a t i s h a p p e n i n g i n

February

Diamond SetAdults 55+

Explore the mission Jesus has waiting from

Psalms 147:5 during VBS 2012.

Get ready to fly away each day as we take off

to new heights!!

Amazing Wonders Aviation

will take us to great places!

We will learn about God’s power over things,

to trust that God is in his control, accept God’s

forgiveness, celebrate that Jesus is alive and rely on

God's power.

Mark your calendar...June 18-22, 2012

Rehoboth baptist evangelism Rally

Sunday, February 266:30 p.m.Speaker:

Dr. Fred Lowery

Are you looking for a place to serve at

First Baptist Church?

Pick up a “Get Rooted” brochure in The Welcome

Center. It is full of opportunities to help you grow

in service, in love and in knowledge. GetRooted...

Tuesday ,February 28

10:00 a.m. Games11:30 a.m. Meal

Fellowship Hall

We need crosses for a project we are doing at The ROC.

If you would like to donate a cross to FBC, please bring it to the church office. Wood, metal, ceramic, small, large, new, or old....(Please no crucifixes)

Super SundaySuper Bowl partY

February 5th

Middle schooland

High school

After the 4: o’clock service...

@ The ROC

Zone 45 Winter Swim

Greenville YMCAMarch 27th - 12th Grade

Registration information is in the

office. If registering on line,

you will need to get a registration packet in

the church office.

Pre-teen Camp Student Life Camp Sherman, TX

July 2-5

Early Bird Price $185.00 on or before March 28th

After March 28th $235.00

(For kids who have completed 4th & 5th Grades)

Saturday Night at the R.O.C.Play ball and Games, Eat Pizza!

Grades 1-5 Saturday, March 24th

6:30 - 9:30 pmSign up is not required, pay $5.00 at the

door.Invite your school friends!

Group Dynamix Middle School TripFebruary 10 & 11

Depart Friday, February 10 at 5:00 PM, return by 10:30 AM Saturday, February 11

Cost $45 Register in the office or online.

Middle School & High SchoolStudent Life Camp

June 10-16 atYMCA of the Rockies

Early Bird Price:$275 by Wednesday, March 28;

$325 after.$75 non-refundable deposit to register.

WOW!One tube of quarters = $22

$22=food for people in need.

Will you help us help others?A couple of weeks ago,

Pastor Mark challenged us (as adults) to start donating to a

new fund,“THE HOPE CHEST.”

It is as simple as cutting out that Sonic Diet Coke every

afternoon and putting those few dollars we would’ve spent into the HOPE CHEST for those

that are in need in our church and in our community.

Maybe your child will even want to give up something important

to them that you spend $ on...

This is a fun & easy way to teach our preschoolers how to help those in need! You can see from our main point and bible verse, this is a perfect week to

start!

So...read the instructions to the right to get started!

Blessed to serve,Mrs. Tracey

Our main point this week is:“I Will Help Others!”

Bible Verse:“Two people are better off than one, for

they can help each other succeed.”Ecclesiastes 4:9

Missions & Me-Jan/Feb 2012

1Agree you will return the tube with quarters in it by March 21, 2012. Just DO YOUR BEST! (Remember what we learned at “UNDER THE BIG TOP” last week?)

If you can’t get it filled by then, just bring what you have collected over those weeks! No stress - I know each and every one of you can do this! You’ve got this! :)

Oh! And the fun part part comes next....EAT THOSE M&Ms! (After you ask your mom or dad if it is ok!)

3

2

Parents...please read to your child!

Collect quarters! Now that you have emptied out your tube, you can start filling it up with quarters! Here are some ideas for collecting quarters:

*Do chores....help out around the house! Feed the dog, clean your room, put your toys away...so many things you can do!

*Ask your relatives if there is anything you can do to help them to earn a quarter!

*Just do your best on Wednesday nights at church and there might just be a few quarters here and there for you to find!

We will collect tubes on Wednesday night, March 21 during d.i.r.t. We will take proudly take the donations to the Worship Center and put them in The HOPE CHEST that night!

(Parents of)Preschoolers-If you didn’t get your

M&M tube to fill up for The HOPE CHEST,

stop by the “seeds” check-in counter and pick one up!

missions & me

“Registration Rally” Thursday, Feb 23, 6:30 @ The ROC

Depart on the east parking lot at 7:00 pm, return at Midnight

Sign up online or in the church officeCost: $15.00

Student Life

Zumba Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 8:00 - 9:00 am

Texercise for 55+Are you 55+ and wanting to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle? Come join

us for exercises that will provide you with better endurance, strength, balance and flexibility. No fancy gear, just a fun and practical guide to feeling your best!

Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9:00 -10:00 am

Instructor: Stephanie Litzler No advance sign-up necessary

Open gym Tuesday 6:00 - 9:00 pm

February

Ryker SladeSon of

Kendra & Slade Daniel

JoshuaSon of

Vivian & Frank Mangrum

Hallie MichelleDaughter of

Shannon & Danny Lawrence

Camille GraceDaughter of

Lacy & Russell Coker

Pledged:$1,573,236.00

Given:$1,347,439.65

as of 1/22/2012

Adults 55+

Game NightFebruary 7

6:00 - 8:30 pmYouth Building

Hours of OperationMonday-Friday

6:00 am - 9:00 pm (Closes at 5:00 pm on Wednesdays)

Saturday6:00 - Noon

Did you know The ROC is available for group events?

Call Mike Armstrong at 903-348-2642 for more information or check out The ROC Policies &

Procedures page on the SSFBC website.

Super SundayFebruary 5

Evening Service4:00 p.m.

Men’s BreakfastSaturday, February 18

8:00 a.m.Fellowship Hall

Cost: $3.00

Contribution Records 2011

Your 2011 contribution records are available. Please contact the

church office.

Youth Choir Fundraiser

SPAGHETTI LUNCH

Tickets are $5.00 and may be purchased from any RISE choir member, in the church office or at the door.

Sunday, February 12th11:00 am - 1:30 pm

Fellowship Hall

RISE

On-line Giving is now available at SSFBC.

Tithe and register for events...it is safe and secure!

More info @www.ssfbc.org/#/online-giving

NoN-Profit orgaNizatioNU.S PoStage Paid

Permit No. 174SUlPhUr SPriNgS, texaS 116 Oak Avenue Sulphur Springs, Texas 75482

Address service requested

June 24-30, 2012Cost: $50

VBS, landscaping, community service, etc.

Designed for students involved in thirst & ignite, but of course Adults are welcomed! Participation in our

local vbs is required to allow proper training & preparation to

go & lead while on the trip.Contact: Heath Anderson

RISE Choir Tour July 8-14, 2012

Cost:$500Contact:Neal Terwilliger

Or Bradley Edge(For RISE Choir members and sponsors) July 5-14, 2012

An adventurous trip to the high mountains of northern Nicaragua. The location for this trip was picked because of the tremendous

potential to start new congregations in the area. The language is Spanish, but we

take translators. The activities include vbs, sports ministry, personal witnessing, medical

& dental clinics, a pharmacy, evangelistic services, children’s activities, & an ongoing work with a school for developmentally

disabled children. this trip requires specific preparation/requirements.

Contact: greg Adams

April 15-21, 2012Cost: $200

Basic carpentry, drywall, painting, plumbing, and electrical work will be done. You do not have to be skilled in

these areas to go and to help. For adults. (men & women)

Contact: Tommy Johnston

The week of july 17, 2012 (Exact date to be determined soon)

Cost: TBD

There are over 6000 people groups considered unreached (which means that less than 2% are considered Christian). ssfbc has partnered with The IMB to Embrace one of these groups, asking the Lord to use us to see The Gospel established among them. Please join us in praying for our Himalayan tribal group known as The Bantawa.

Our mission begins at home! we will have opportunities to reach our own neighborhoods...Backyard Bible Clubs, Neighborhood Outreach & more!

join us as we help and encourage the churches and pastors in Milwaukee. A great mission trip for all ages, families, singles, and youth.

Contact: Brit Fisher.

June 24-29, 2012Cost:$150

We will build a team ready to respond in the event of a disaster, such as the Nashville flooding or Gulf coast relief work.

Contact: bruce Welch

The week of May 20, 2012For College & Adults

SSFBC on Mission 2012 ...from Sulphur springs

to South Asia...Acts 1:8

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