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Today’s Sermon

“Redefining Success” Brad Cockrell, Associate Pastor

FirstDenton Today’s Worship

What We Are All About

8:15 AM Sunday Groups

Love God

9:30 AM Sunday Groups Worship Service

Love People

11 AM Sunday Groups Worship Service

Make Disciples

Baptism: Jeff Tesik

We love God by living a life of genuine worship, prayer and study of God’s Word. Loving God means being fully devoted to Him and living a life of obedience.

Jesus said the world will know us by our love. We love people by first loving fellow believers in the church, and then loving and meeting the needs of people in Denton and around the world.

Disciples are simply followers of Jesus Christ. We seek to make disciples through our worship services, Sunday Groups, Bible studies and one-on-one relationships. Our goal is to become fully devoted followers of Christ.

Share Jesus

At First Denton we believe everyone is called by God to share Jesus with those who are not yet believers in Christ. We are all ministers and God gives us unique opportunities to share the gospel message with those in our circles of influence.

EXPERIENCE RECOVERY TONIGHT • WORSHIP CENTER

Celebrate Recovery is changing lives. Come and see Celebrate Recovery in action tonight at 6 pm. Experience how Celebrate Recovery, through the power of Christ, is bringing hope and healing from all types of hurts, hang-ups and habits. The evening will include Doug Giles sharing his testimony and refreshments in the Fellowship Hall with a time to ask the leaders questions. We all know someone who struggles and deserves to hear about this ministry.

Come and be equipped to share this life-changing ministry with others.

FOR MORE INFO, VISIT: FIRSTDENTON.ORG/CR

News & Events Church Wide

Church Offices Closed Monday, September 7 The church offices will be closed tomorrow in observance of Labor Day. Cindy Nichols Chapel Stained Glass If you would like to own a 30” x 36” piece of stained glass from the Cindy Nichols Chapel, you can fill out a request at BuildingGenerations.org/stained-glass or pick one up in the church office. Applications will be processed on a first-come, first-serve basis. All donations will be added to the Building Generation fund. Requests must be submitted by September 27.

First Look September 9 • 6 pm • FH First Look is a chance for new members and those who are interested in joining to see all that we have to offer. It is also an opportunity to get connected. A light supper will be served.

To register, visit FirstDenton.org/FirstLook.

Special Called Business Meeting Wednesday, September 16 • 6 pm • FH The Constitution and Bylaws Revision Committee will present a proposed amendment to the church bylaws concerning the First Baptist Church Council at this special called business meeting. This is the final opportunity for comment or discussion regarding this proposed amendment before the scheduled vote at the regular business meeting September 27. Written copies will be available at the meeting or you can download a copy at FirstDenton.org/bylaws.

Preschool

Kid’s Night Out September 11 • 6–10 pm Kid's Night Out is a special time of fun for children ages birth–5th grade while mom and dad enjoy some time to themselves. Cost is $8 per child with a $26 family max. Deadline to register is today at FirstDenton.org/kno or drop a check off at the Preschool Desk.

Women

Fall Kick-Off September 19 • 5 pm • FH You are invited to a night of connection, worship and great food. You will be able to find all the ways to connect through the Women’s Ministry during the upcoming year.

This year’s speaker is Shannon Perry. Tickets are $15 and available in the main office.

Moms Connect Thursdays • 9:30–11:30 am • FH Looking for support and encouragement as a mom? This is the place for you! Beginning September 10, enjoy meaningful conversation, laughter and friendship as you're supported in your journey through motherhood. Moms of all ages are welcome.

Register for childcare at FirstDenton.org/mc.

Adult 55+

39ers September 11 • 11:30 am • FH Adults 55+ will gather for a meal and fellowship on Friday, September 11. This month’s program will feature Robin Jansen Shope, author of Ruby Red. Bring a side dish or dessert to share.

Branson Trip November 19–22 Join other Adults 55+ for this trip to Branson.

Lodging will be at the Savannah House, where cobbler and ice cream will be served every night. We will attend 6 shows. The estimated trip cost is $550. A $100 deposit is due at sign up by September 11.

Missions

Adults on Mission September 8 • 10 am • S-109 Adults on Mission is the church organization for missions involvement and learning that extends around the globe. Church members can grow in their relationship with Christ through mission education and involvement.

This meeting will include a lunch.

Making Peace with Your Past September 13 • 5 pm • Bride’s Room Making Peace With Your Past helps participants unlock past hurts, confront emotional wounds and resolve negative feelings. Whether it’s relationships from childhood or pressures from recent years, this class can help. The next women’s session begins on Sunday, September 13 at 5 pm. To register, visit FirstDenton.org/peace.

Worship & Music

Praise Team Auditions If you would like to help lead worship during our 11 am service, we will be having auditions for vocals and band on September 16 & 17. Stop by and pick up an audition packet from the Music Office. Schedule an audition time by emailing Tonya Blankenship at tonyab@firstdenton.org.

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FirstDenton

CLC

Campus Map Fellowship Hall

Main Level

Main Office

Map Key Restrooms

South Hall

Courtyard

Worship Center

Preschool Wing

Choir Room

Christian Life Center

Library Conference Room

Upper Level

Foyer

Student Floor

Kids Floor

Worship Center Balcony

This Week at First Denton Today, 9/6 Experience Recovery...........................6 pm, WC Prayer Meeting..........................6 pm, Conf. Rm. Monday, 9/7 Church Offices Closed........................Labor Day Celebrate Recovery.............................7 pm, SF Tuesday, 9/8 Adults on Missions (Mi)..................10 am, S-109 Overflow (C)........................................8 pm, WC Wednesday, 9/9 Dinner...................................................5 pm, FH Kid’s Choir..............................................5:30 pm First Look..............................................6 pm, FH P - Preschool Ministry K - Kid’s Ministry S - Student Ministry C - College Ministry Si - Singles Ministry Y - Young Adult Ministry F - Family Ministry M - Ministry to Men W - Women’s Ministry A - Adults 55 +

FirstDenton

WEBS...................................................6 pm, FH Grief Share.......................................6 pm, S-111 Awana....................................................6:15 pm Worship Choir (Mu).........................6:15 pm, CR United (S).........................................6:30 pm, SF Men's Bible Study.........................7 pm, FH-E&F Praise Team Rehearsal (Mu)..........7:45 pm, WC Thursday, 9/10 Moms Connect (W)..........................9:30 am, FH Friday, 9/11 39ers Lunch (A)..............................11:30 am, FH Kid’s Night Out (P, K)...................................6 pm

R - Recreation Mu - Music Ministry Mi - Missions FH - Fellowship Hall FR - First Refuge SF - Student Floor WC - Worship Center CR - Choir Room SH - South Hall CLC - Christian Life Center

1100 Malone St • Denton, TX 76201 • 940.382.2577 • FirstDenton.org

2015 Budget As of August 30, 2015 Budget Received This Week $71,475 Budget Required Y-T-D $2,437,533 Budget Received Y-T-D $2,436,320 Over/Under Budget ($1,213) World Mission Y-T-D $45,861 World Mission Goal $130,000 Building Generations Total Commitments $5,079,282 Total Given $2,493,365

FALL

KICK OFF SEPTEMBER 19 5-8:30 PM • $15

WITH GUEST SPEAKER SHANNON PERRY

“AND GOD IS ABLE TO MAKE EVERY GRACE OVERFLOW TO YOU, SO THAT IN EVERY WAY, ALWAYS HAVING EVERYTHING YOU NEED, YOU MAY EXCEL IN EVERY GOOD WORK.” 2 CORINTHIANS 9:8

FOR MORE INFO, VISIT

FIRSTDENTON.ORG/KICKOFF