First Baptist Fairhope Vol. 10 No. 7 | 04.06.16
Preschool/Children’s Building Team
Presentation
Sunday, April 17 (ONE Service)
After nearly one year of reviewing the current Master Plan and other options for future Preschool / Children’s facilities and other needed facilities, the Preschool / Children’s Bldg Team has an exciting new Master Plan to present to the church on April 17. On this day we will have ONE Worship Service followed by a time of fellowship and then a Presentation of the proposed revised Master Plan. The presentation will be for all Adults, Children and Youth in the Sanctuary. Plan to join us as we look at future new facilities and renovating existing ones so we can continue to reach and meet the needs of our growing Eastern Shore. NOTE: There will be a Question and Answer time with the Architects present on Wednesday, April 20 at 6:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall.
Here is the SCHEDULE for April 17:
9:00 AM ONE Worship Service 10:15 AM Fellowship in Fellowship Hall 10:45 AM Presentation of new Master Plan (NOTE: No Sunday School on this day for Children - Adults.)
From your Pastor’s Heart
Watching and waiting are not “moving forward” attitudes. However, the church is watching and waiting till Jesus comes, but it is also to be about the business of the Kingdom (Luke 9:13). In this manner, watching and waiting means investing in the lives of others and seeing the Lord do things that remain unexplainable. Our church is in that mode. We are getting ready for a new pastor to come, but we are seeing the Lord do some things only He can do. That is so exciting. I hope you felt that excitement this past Sunday. We met Bubba Sawyer and heard his testimony - we vote this Sunday to call him as our Associate Pastor and Minister to Senior Adults. Filling Jeff ’s vacancy is not an easy task. However, it is a place that needs leadership. The Senior Adult Team has done a great job to keep up that ministry, but it is time to bring in a minister. You have met Bubba and Debbie and know of their past history with First Baptist. Pray for God’s direction in that matter and vote your understanding of God’s will this Sunday. Sunday was a special time as 11 people made decisions for Christ. As we watch and wait, may the Lord help us fill a needed position and see people answer the call of Christ. That night, we saw and experienced the drama of the book of Acts. I look back and thank God for this past Sunday. April 17th is an important calendar event for FBC. We will have one worship service at 9:00am and then hear from the Preschool/Children’s Building Team. They will present plans for the improvement of our Preschool and Children’s areas. Security and space are prime needs for our Children’s Ministry and we are at that place where needed changes are a must. Also, we will worship at the Bay that night. Worship at the Bay is heightened as we see God’s beauty around us. Come, bring your lawn chair, and eat a hot dog with us on the 17th. My sermons in the coming weeks will focus on stress fractures. We live in an age of so much tension. It has physical, emotional and spiritual repercussions. Stress doesn’t bring us together, it tears us apart. May God use His word to give us biblical splints for life’s pressures. Have a good week. May God bless each of you! Your Pastor, Jerry Philippians 4:6-7
Welcome to the First Family!
Teresa and Dwight Johnson Join by Letter 120 Song Grove Blvd, FH His: 407.414.1782 Hers: 407.414.1459
Teressa and Bucky Ferrell Join by Letter 29650 Jason Malbis Blvd., SF 224.221.2727
Sheila Denise Williams Joins by Baptism 113 Fernwood Cr., DA 251.644.3439
Anna Claire Dendy Evan Shaner Joins by Baptism Joins by Baptism Daughter of Laura & Daniel Dendy Son of Tim and Monica
Elizabeth Anderton Joins by Baptism
Drew Barkley (Wife: Ashleigh) He Joins by Baptism 16318 Scenic Hwy 98 251.802.9749
Patrick Parish Joins by Baptism
Connie and Steve Armstrong Join by Letter 152 Oakwood Ave., FH His: 813.343.0592 Hers: 812.350.2883
Caitlyn Jane Spradley Joins by Baptism 9648 Callaway Dr., FH 251.214.5021
Jennifer Bishop and Candace Bishop Come for Baptism
Friday, April 29, 2016
5:30 -11:30 PM | Student Center | Cost: $15
During this year’s Secret Church, Dr. David Platt will be helping us to explore the claims of Christ in the Gospel and consider how these claims inform the way we understand other religions and cults in the world and impact the way we live when surrounded by people with diverse belief systems. SIGN UP: Sign up online beginning March 23 or with LaSha Powell in the Church office (928.8685 or lpowell@ fbcfairhope.org).
Decision America Tour w/ Franklin Graham Thursday, April 14
Montgomery – Capitol Grounds 8:00 AM Leave FBC parking lot Noon Decision America w/ Franklin Graham 1:30 PM Lunch 6:00 PM Return to FBC NOTE: The bus is full, but you are welcome to take your own vehicle and join us. Sign up with LaSha Powell in the Church Office at lpowell@fbcfairhope.org or 251.928.8685.
Spring Fashion Gala & Brunch
The Baldwin Baptist Association WMU invites you to their Spring Fashion Gala and Brunch April 23, 10:00am until noon, HERE at First Baptist. Tickets are $10.00 with proceeds going to Hope Haven. Contact Dot Renaker for reservations/tickets. 928.0654.
Meet Prospective Associate Pastor/Minister to Senior Adults
Rev. A.B. Sawyer Meet Debbie and A.B. “Buba” Sawyer. Their family consists of three married adult children and five grandchildren. A.B. (“Bubba”) was born here in Fairhope. He and Debbie have served churches in Mississippi, Alabama and Georgia. They also served a two year term with the International Mission Board in Mauritius. Bubba has also directed several North American Mission Trips as well as International Mission Trips.
Rev. A.B. “Bubba” Sawyer and Debbie
He has been involved in the community where he lives serving as chaplain of the High School Football Team, orchestrating Senior Adult activities, retreats, missions opportunities, as well as a program of consistent visitation and contact programs. Currently, he serves as the Minister of Missions, Pastoral Care and Senior Adults at Beech Haven Baptist Church in Athens, Georgia. Bubba’s life passion: “My life passion is two fold. In whatever working situation I find myself, I desire to be a flexible team member providing encouragement and loyal support. Also, I joy in building relationships with individuals or communities that may open the door to share the gospel and/or offer timely affirmation and counsel. I desire to reflect the abundant life that Jesus promises in John 10:10.” This coming Sunday, April 10, the church family will vote on extending a call to A.B. Sawyer at each morning service. This serves as notice of the special business meeting. FIRST EDITION | 3
Camp Baldwin May 30th-June 3rd
students | Sunday Bible Study Have you ever had a moment where you knew you needed to step up? Maybe you always sat on the bench during the basketball game, and your coach finally called you in to play. Or maybe you got selected to take a really advanced course in school. Or took a really important and high paying summer job. No matter the situation, you knew that you had two choices: either step up to the opportunity or step back and miss it altogether. And while these challenges aren’t just limited to high school, we do have the chance to start becoming a step up kind of person right now. This was exactly where a man named Joshua found himself in the Old Testament. Joshua was just a normal guy facing some really challenging circumstances. Through his story, we can learn to step up and reach the potential God has for us the process. Join us Sundays in Student Bible Study at 9:45 in the Student Center.
For preschool girls and their dads (or daddy substitutes) Sign up for the Daddy N Me Tea online now! FIRST EDITION | 4
RA Camp 2016 will be at Baldwin Baptist Camp on Wolf Bay (near Foley/ Elberta) starting Monday, May 30, and ending Friday, June 3. We will leave FBC Fairhope by 8:00 am Monday morning (Memorial Day) and be back Friday mid-day. RA Camp is open to all boys who have completed 1st grade through boys completing 5th grade. Cost for RA camp for the week is $100 (If your son was in our RA classes this year, he is eligible to go.) Boys are expected to have positive attitudes, team spirit, and an ability to respect rules. We will be sending home information this Wednesday from RAs. Please talk to your son to see if he will be interested in attending. You may sign up online today by visiting the FBC website or sign up through the church app. Come join the fun! Questions? See Craig Sawyer (RA Director) or Bro Kevin asap. Deadline to sign up is Wednesday, May 4th.
First Baptist’s VBS is for children, completed K through completed 5th
NEW THIS YEAR!!!!
Launch Day is SUNDAY June 5 from 4:30-7:30pm!! You don’t want to miss this FAMILY OUTING! David Garrard, Illusionist will be here for an awesome and thrilling kickoff event; ALL services June 5, and then the launch event that night. VBS will be held 9:00am – 12:45pm Monday through Thursday. Preschool VBS is only for workers children. If you want to work in VBS, please contact Delores Lund (dlund@fbcfairhope.org) and she will put you in contact with VBS Director, Marcy Smith. T-shirts may be purchased FROM LIFEWAY. The link to purchase them is contained within the sign up area.
Through art, music, puppets and more, We learn about Jesus whom we adore. At the Brennity we shared jellybean prayers, sang of God’s love to show that we care. Ms. Dee taught notes with marshmallow peeps, what fun! Spring has sprung, we’ve only begun!
The Learning Tree Lynn Carroll Director
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Church Security Team Meeting Wednesday, May 11 @ 6:00 PM Multipurpose Room #1
We are in the beginning phases of putting together a Church Security Team to help insure we all have a safe experience on Sundays and at other times. If you are a current or former law enforcement official, serve or have served in the military, have EMT or paramedic training, a volunteer or full-time fireman, etc, then we want to invite you to attend this initial meeting as we explore the next steps in putting together this ongoing team to serve our church family.
FREE HOUSE!!
The church recently acquired the property at 311 S. Section Street. There is a 900 + square foot wood frame house on the property that will need to be removed at some point. The house is on piers and can be moved. If you or someone you know could use the house it is available for FREE to anyone who will remove it. Please contact Brent Shaw in the Church Office if you are interested at 928.8685 or bshaw@fbcfairhope.org.
For more information contact Brent Shaw in the Church Office at 928.8685 or bshaw@fbcfairhope.org.
Around the Office & Church
seder meal
4.22 | 6PM | student center Where: Student Center When: April 22, 2016 at 6:00pm How Long: 2 hours (including dinner) Who can come: Kids age 5 and up (will have childcare for kids up to 4) What to expect: A time of learning about the Passover meal and it’s symbolic meanings that apply to our lives as Christians. How much: $10 per person with a $30 family max How many tickets: There will only be 50 tickets available to stay within time constraints. How to get tickets: Online at fbcfairhope.org or via the church app.
-Delores Lund is going Part-time as of April 4… Beginning April 4 our Front Desk Receptionist/Children’s & Preschool Ministry Assistant position will be split into two part-time positions. DELORES LUND will be working Monday through Wednesday. We welcome back ELAINE BEECH to our staff. She will be working in this position on Thursday and Friday. -Kim Rylee will be resigning as of April 7 to take a full-time position with a food services company. This is a great opportunity for Kim and her family and we rejoice with them. -Betty Carter, one of our Kitchen volunteers, will be taking Kim’s place beginning the week of April 25. -Don Louis will begin work as our new Part-Time Building & Grounds Superintendent the week of April 11. He will be working around 16 hours per week. Don and his wife, Pat, have recently joined our church. NOTE: Beginning Wednesday, April 6 the Church Office will remain open on Wednesdays until 6:00PM for you to be able to conduct business. FIRST EDITION | 5 FIRST EDITION | 5
Humanitarian Aid
Missions Yard Sale
Friday, April 29 at 2:00 p.m. and Saturday, April 30 at 5:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
Trip to Jordan
on the back parking lot of First Baptist Church Fairhope. Pick ups will be made on Friday, April 29 in the morning. Call Paula Bosarge to schedule your pick up at 251.510.2487. There will be a POD Storage Unit on the back parking lot of the church at the beginning of March for you to bring your items for the sale and will be unlocked during daylight hours. We accept anything but magazines.
The Brazil Team is collecting
hotel/travel size soaps, lotions, shampoos, toothpaste and hand sanitizers, toothbrushes, pencils and gallon size ziplock bags. We need 2000 of each. There is a box in the church office for you to drop off your donations.
November 4 – 14, 2016 // Cost: $1,000 plus airfare Work will include helping Syrian Refugees by distributing blankets, mattresses, stoves and food. There will also be opportunities to visit with families, helping witih medical clinics, ESL (English as a Second Language) and working with children. There will also be the opportunity to visit Petra and other sites of interest. NOTE: There will be an Information Meeting on Wednesday, April 13 at 7:00 PM in the Bride’s Room. A $200 non-refundable deposit is due by May 1. Contact Bubba Bosarge at 510-2487 for more information.
Jeff Ingram Memorial Missions Golf Tournament Saturday April 23 at Quail Creek
Tee off at 1:00pm Cost: $50/per personand includes golf and a Chick-Fil-A lunch at noon. To sign up contact Wes Stapleton at 610.2380.
Grilling for Elizabeth
Saturday, April 30 | 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM 3 Circle Church
Annie Offering Update Goal: $35,000.00 Given: $31,982.84
Join the crew at Fired Up, Inc as they light up the grill and cook delicious brown sugar and honey spareribs to help raise funds for Elizabeth Ketchem. Elizabeth is fighting a rare form of bile duct cancer and all proceeds will go to help her continue her treatment. Each rack of ribs cost $30.00 NOTE: Preorder is required. You may place your order at: grillforelizabeth@gmail.com or 251.377.6633. Please make checks payable to Ketchem Medical Expense Fund.
Lunch2Go
Fundraiser for Missions Sunday, April 10
Grab a boxed lunch to go and help support our 2016 Missions Teams by making a generous donation. The lunches will be ready following Sunday School and the 11:00 worship service. Chef Vann Saltz will be preparing a tasty meal of Chicken fingers, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, roll and a cookie. NOTE: Donations will go to help our 2016 Mission teams, so please be generous and give at least what you would pay for a nice meal in a restaurant. FIRST EDITION | 6