January 17, 2013

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First Baptist Church

600 Governors Drive

Huntsville, AL 35801

Volume 64 / Week Number 3 / January 17, 2013

a message from jane hull

Dear Church Family,Five years ago, as I shared with you my unexpected calling to the pastorate, you supported me with love and prayers as I did an unusual thing. For three years I drove back and forth every week to Atlanta as a student at the McAfee School of Theology. David and I learned to live in this unusual rhythm and were

able to make the most of the time we had together each week.

Since my graduation a year and a half ago, I have had the joy and privilege of serving as a supply preacher for churches in the southeast. I love to say, “have sermon, will travel” as I’ve had opportunities to share God’s Word in several states. This has enabled me to follow my calling and still be around First Baptist Huntsville a great deal.

I want to share some exciting news with you. This past week I have been called as the Interim Pastor of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), in Birmingham. I will begin my work with them on February 4, after preaching the day before at Pintlala Baptist Church in Hope Hull, AL for the Martha Stearns Marshall month of preaching. My normal weekly schedule will be Sunday through Wednesday in Birmingham, and Thursday through Saturday in Huntsville. I will spend my nights in Birmingham with David’s dad and Andrew – an added bonus!

As we all learn to live into an unusual schedule again, I ask for your prayers. First Christian is a wonderful church and I am so excited to be there. I worshipped with them yesterday and immediately felt right at home. As with any interim, we never know the length, but I am grateful for this time and this opportunity to grow, learn and serve so close to Huntsville. I will continue to hold you in my prayers as we all seek to follow God’s calling on our lives.

With love,Jane

January 20, 2013

Sermon“Adding More”2 Peter 1:2-11

Morning Bible Study - 9:15 a.m.Bible Study for all ageswww.fbchsv.org/study

First Fellowship - 8:15 a.m.Music from the First Fellowship Band

Sanctuary Worship - 10:30 a.m.Music from the Sanctuary Choir

I Will Keep My Eyes On You - BerryMusic from the Men’s Ensemble

‘Til Jesus Come Medley - arr. Lister

Foundations for Life ClassesWomen’s Bible Study/111 4:00 PMLove Dare/324 5:00 PMPreschool/216 5:00 PMGrades 1-6/227 5:00 PMPastor’s Class/Chapel 5:00 PMMen’s Class/108 5:00 PMParents of Children/Presch. 5:00 PMParents of Students/St. Ctr. 5:00 PM

Food DriveFBC will be collecting canned goods,

toiletries, and other non-perishables to support the Huntsville Assistance Program. Please bring in your donations this Sunday.

Are you new to FBC? Would you like to learn more about our

church family? Whether you have been our guest for one year or one week, we invite you to be a part of a 4 week informal small group session of MeetFBC! You’ll meet our ministerial staff and have an opportunity for

conversation with them. We look forward to meeting you! Questions? Contact Pam McDaniel at [email protected] or simply

share your information on a guest card and indicate you want to be invited to our class

that begins January 27, Room 305 at 9:15 a.m.

Tuesday, January 22, 6:00 PM in the ParlorCost is $15.00 for the workbook.

Scholarships are available.Session Two: The Journey of GriefThis session prepares you for what to

expect along the journey of grief. At the same time, it emphasizes that everyone’s journey will be unique and warns against

comparing grief experiences. Contact Betty Barnett at 256-864-2311 or Fran Wilson at

256-837-4906 for more information.

News from the Finance Office

The tax law changes enacted on January 1 included an extension of the IRA charitable tax-free distribution. If you have questions or would still like to donate part of your IRA

for 2012, please contact Alison at 256-428-9417 or [email protected].

MeetFBC!

Sunday, February 3, 6:00 PM

FBC Student CenterGuys' event - all ages!

Bring: A favorite tailgate food or dessert and a soft drink to share

Sign up: Call 256-428-9418, email [email protected] or on Facebook

www.facebook.com/fbchsvMen’s Big Game Tailgate Party

Men’s Tailgate PartyBig Game

fbchsv.org

ministry calendar


Sunday, Jan. 20First Fellowship/LC 8:15 AM BaptismMorning Bible Study 9:15 AMSanctuary Worship 10:30 AMFoundations for Life see front pageStudent Choir/CR, 343 5:00 PMSt. Choir Snacks/241 6:00 PM

Monday, Jan. 21Letter Writing/240 9:00 AMBalance Classes/140,141, 114 9:00 AMHallelujah Choir/CR 10:30 AM

Tuesday, Jan. 22 Student Prayer Breakfast 6:45 AMTues. Morn. Intercess./242 7:00 AMWomen’s Bible St./343 9:00 AMGrief Share/Parlor 6:00 PMVenture Scouts/342 6:00 PMBoy Scouts 6:00 PMFORUM/Student Center 6:30 PMAdult Handbells/315 7:00 PM

Wednesday, Jan. 23Balance Classes/140,141, 114 9:00 AMPrecept Bible St./343 9:00 AMSupper/FH 4:45 PMFinancial Peace/118 5:00 PMMusic & Missions 5:30 PMMarriage Class/324 5:45 PMMen/Women’s Bible St./111 5:45 PMWomen’s Bible St./114 5:45 PMPrayer Service/FH 5:45 PMOrchestra/Sanct. 6:00 PMLiftOff/Student Center 6:00 PMSanctuary Choir/CR 7:00 PM

Thursday, Jan. 24 S.I.L.K/108 12:00 PM

Friday, Jan. 25Balance Classes/140, 141, 114 9:00 AM5th Grade Movie Night/330 5:00 PMMid Winter Choir Retreat 7:00 PM

Saturday, Jan. 26Mid Winter Choir Retreat 9:00 AM

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

Wednesday Night Dinner MenuWednesday, January 23

AdultsBBQ Pork Sandwich

Baked BeansChipsSlaw

Salad

Fried Chicken Salad(Reservations for salad must be turned in by noon

on Wednesday.)

STEWARDSHIP REPORT

01/13/13

Year-to-Date Goal $ 1,441,150.00

Offering

This Week $ 48,900.35

YTD $ 1,474,067.11

Faith Steps - Admin Suite

YTD $ 558,528.89

To Date: $ 572,563.89

Faith Steps to the Future

This Week $17,088.63

YTD $591,871.87

To Date: $4,474,420.00

ATTENDANCE

Sunday SchoolPreschool 62

Children 87

Students 137

Adults 619

Brookdale 15

Visitors 37

TOTAL 955

Worship Service

First Fellowship 391

Sanctuary Worship 583

TOTAL 974

February 22-24Tickets on sale now!

www.fbchsv.org/life

Family Matters WelCome neW memBersSofia and Bella Insley4803 Cove Valley DriveOwens Cross Roads, AL 35763

ChrIsTIan sYmPaThYBill and anne stone in the loss of his nephew, Kerry Trammell.

randy and ann Clinton in the loss of her sister-in-law, Daisy mcree.

Walter and lois matthews in the loss of his sister, Kenneth and jennifer matthews in the loss of his aunt, laurel and michael matthews in the loss of their great aunt, marie matthews.

Family and friends of our former member Welton mcCain, especially to his wife, helen mcCain.

2013 is a VERY, VERY Good Year for our Sanctuary Choir!

sanctuary Choir mid-Winter retreatJanuary 25-26 Onsite at FBC Kickoff rehearsal forEaster MusicBeethoven 9th Choral Finale with the HSO friday evening6:30 p.m. Fellowship Time7:00 p.m. Rehearsal8:30 p.m. Dismiss saturday morning8:30 a.m. Fellowship Time with Snack Breakfast9:00 a.m. Rehearsal10:30 a.m. Break11:00 a.m. Final rehearsal session12:00 p.m. Dismiss Lunch Meeting for all those considering the trip to Washington, DC (Labor Day at the National Cathedral music festival)

Come and Sing!!

february 10

music from the fBC sanctuary

Choir and orchestra

David hull preaching

Joint Worshipwith First Missionary Baptist Church, Blue Spring

First Baptist is again partnering with Huntsville Hospital to offer blood profiles at a reduced cost. Forms will be available starting Monday, January 28 in the Church Office. Lab work must be performed during the month of February. The cost is $30 for the Executive profile, $35 for the Executive Male Profile (with the PSA for prostate) and an additional test for heart disease (hsCRP) is $10.Blood Profiles

Friday, February 22: Doyle Dykes Concert, 7:00 p.m.

Retreat Seminars for YOU:

Life at a CrossroadsHere am I. Now, where do I go?Loyd Allenspiritual guide and professor

Preschool Praise DayMiss Patty Cake

Children’s Mini CampNic Allen and TeamRolling Hills Community Church

Boomers, Empty Nesters, & Beyond

David and Claudia Aarp

Marriage Alive

MarriageDale and Jena Forehand

Stained Glass Ministries

ParentingChildren &

TeensBrad Griffin

co-author of Sticky Faith

The MESSENGER (USPS 591-280) is published weekly except the week of Christmas by

First Baptist Church, 600 Governors Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801. Periodical postage

paid at Huntsville, Alabama 31801-5178. POSTMASTER send change of address to THE

MESSENGER, 600 Governors Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801.

office: 256-428-9400

weekend minister on call: 256-428-9457

24-hour prayer line: 256-428-9460

The Messengerfbchsv.org

firsT bapTisT hunTsville

this sunday


First Baptist Church

600 Governors Drive

Huntsville, AL 35801

Volume 64 / Week Number 3 / January 17, 2013

a message from jane hull

Dear Church Family,Five years ago, as I shared with you my unexpected calling to the pastorate, you supported me with love and prayers as I did an unusual thing. For three years I drove back and forth every week to Atlanta as a student at the McAfee School of Theology. David and I learned to live in this unusual rhythm and were

able to make the most of the time we had together each week.

Since my graduation a year and a half ago, I have had the joy and privilege of serving as a supply preacher for churches in the southeast. I love to say, “have sermon, will travel” as I’ve had opportunities to share God’s Word in several states. This has enabled me to follow my calling and still be around First Baptist Huntsville a great deal.

I want to share some exciting news with you. This past week I have been called as the Interim Pastor of First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), in Birmingham. I will begin my work with them on February 4, after preaching the day before at Pintlala Baptist Church in Hope Hull, AL for the Martha Stearns Marshall month of preaching. My normal weekly schedule will be Sunday through Wednesday in Birmingham, and Thursday through Saturday in Huntsville. I will spend my nights in Birmingham with David’s dad and Andrew – an added bonus!

As we all learn to live into an unusual schedule again, I ask for your prayers. First Christian is a wonderful church and I am so excited to be there. I worshipped with them yesterday and immediately felt right at home. As with any interim, we never know the length, but I am grateful for this time and this opportunity to grow, learn and serve so close to Huntsville. I will continue to hold you in my prayers as we all seek to follow God’s calling on our lives.

With love,Jane

January 20, 2013

Sermon“Adding More”2 Peter 1:2-11

Morning Bible Study - 9:15 a.m.Bible Study for all ageswww.fbchsv.org/study

First Fellowship - 8:15 a.m.Music from the First Fellowship Band

Sanctuary Worship - 10:30 a.m.Music from the Sanctuary Choir

I Will Keep My Eyes On You - BerryMusic from the Men’s Ensemble

‘Til Jesus Come Medley - arr. Lister

Foundations for Life ClassesWomen’s Bible Study/111 4:00 PMLove Dare/324 5:00 PMPreschool/216 5:00 PMGrades 1-6/227 5:00 PMPastor’s Class/Chapel 5:00 PMMen’s Class/108 5:00 PMParents of Children/Presch. 5:00 PMParents of Students/St. Ctr. 5:00 PM

Food DriveFBC will be collecting canned goods,

toiletries, and other non-perishables to support the Huntsville Assistance Program. Please bring in your donations this Sunday.

Are you new to FBC? Would you like to learn more about our

church family? Whether you have been our guest for one year or one week, we invite you to be a part of a 4 week informal small group session of MeetFBC! You’ll meet our ministerial staff and have an opportunity for

conversation with them. We look forward to meeting you! Questions? Contact Pam McDaniel at [email protected] or simply

share your information on a guest card and indicate you want to be invited to our class

that begins January 27, Room 305 at 9:15 a.m.

Tuesday, January 22, 6:00 PM in the ParlorCost is $15.00 for the workbook.

Scholarships are available.Session Two: The Journey of GriefThis session prepares you for what to

expect along the journey of grief. At the same time, it emphasizes that everyone’s journey will be unique and warns against

comparing grief experiences. Contact Betty Barnett at 256-864-2311 or Fran Wilson at

256-837-4906 for more information.

News from the Finance Office

The tax law changes enacted on January 1 included an extension of the IRA charitable tax-free distribution. If you have questions or would still like to donate part of your IRA

for 2012, please contact Alison at 256-428-9417 or [email protected].

MeetFBC!

Sunday, February 3, 6:00 PM

FBC Student CenterGuys' event - all ages!

Bring: A favorite tailgate food or dessert and a soft drink to share

Sign up: Call 256-428-9418, email [email protected] or on Facebook

www.facebook.com/fbchsvMen’s Big Game Tailgate Party

Men’s Tailgate PartyBig Game

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