FBCG Weekly Bulletin 2.2.13

Welcome to

Weekend of February 2 & 3

First Baptist Church of Geneva www.fbcg.com

WE EXTEND A WARM WELCOME to those visiting with us today! We encourage you to fill out the attached Connection Card to check off any questions we can answer or any information you would like to receive, and drop the card in the offering plate or at the Welcome Center. For everyone, the back of the card offers a place to share prayer requests. We would love to pray for you over any personal concerns.

All Senior Adults are invited to join the Golden Fellowship for the Friendship Soup on Saturday, February 23 in the East

Campus Canteen and Chapel. Come join us for games at 11 a.m. and for our soup lunch at Noon. Please sign up to bring soup ingredients at the Welcome Center. Call Barb Harris at 630-710-4652 if you have any questions.

Library Gray days or cold winter evenings getting old? Stop in your church library and check out a biography about a Navy Seal, a good fiction read about the Titanic, a book on CD about marriage, a DVD about the writer of “Amazing Grace”...or one of the other thousands of items we have for both children and adults. See new titles at www.facebook.com/firstbaptistlibrary (and you don’t need a Facebook account to access the page!)

SAVE the dateS!

Feb. 15-18, 2013 - Family Snow Camp. Contact Joe Guevara at joelsaguevara@comcast.net or 708.692.7186.

Mar. 17, 2013 - Missions Lunch at noon in the Alpha Room at the West Campus.

Newcomers Reception If you are new to the FBCG community, you are encouraged to join us Sunday, February 10 to meet the pastor. At 11:45 a.m. join us in the West Campus Glassroom or at the East Campus in the Lobby Alcove. It is a great chance to meet our staff and learn more about FBCG. Please stop by - we’d love to meet you!

A Service of Baptism will be Saturday, March 2 during the 5:00 p.m. worship. If you are ready to take this step of obedience in your walk of faith, register at 630.232.7068 or email jbauserman@fbcg.com. Plan to attend a baptism meeting Monday, February 25, 7:00 p.m. in the West Campus Glassroom.

Membership Class will be offered Sunday, March 3, 3:00-5:00 p.m., Room 103 at the West Campus. Plan to attend if

you are interested in joining FBCG, whether you are newer to the church or a long-time attender but haven’t taken the step of membership. Please call the church office to register 630.232.7068 or email jbauserman@fbcg.com.

CONGREGATIONAL CARE

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Please remember your FBCG family in prayer this week: Esther Peterson, Erna Ward, Kim McCart, Jean Gavard, Linda Koehling, Angie McKinney, Steve Rossi, Penny Welch, Peggy Emigh, and Pastor Roger Crites with continuing health needs.

Thank you FBCG for the beautiful flowers sent to me after the passing of my father. The kind thoughts and prayers

expressed to me by my church family warmed my heart. Sherri Chionis

Wedding Shower visit fbcg.com/about-fbcg/fbcg for information about a baby shower for Sarah and John Kruse and a wedding shower for Mckenzie Owen and Matthew McCart.

Families of Military will meet Sunday, February 10, at noon in West Campus Alpha Room. We are a group who meets

monthly to pray and support family members who are currently serving in our Armed Forces. Please join us! Please call Peggy Reese 630-208-7402 or email: pbreese1@gmail.com for more information.

Renaissance Support Group If you are the parent or caregiver of a child with special needs, please join us for a time of encouragement and renewal. We will meet Tuesday, February 5 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in the Glass Room of the West Campus.

For information, contact Alberta Crescenzo or Sally Marino at RenaissanceFBCG@gmail.com.

Boundaries Discovering Your Path to a Balanced Life will meet Mondays, February 11 - March 18, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the West Campus. A flyer at the Welcome Center gives more information about this worthwhile seminar. The cost is $10 for a workbook. Register by February 4 at ewise@fbcg.com or call Erin at 630.232.7068 x 131.

MINISTRY NEWS

CHILDREN www.fbcg.com/ministries/children CHILDREN’S CHOIRS will not be meeting tonight.

Hand in Hand Registration for the 2013-14 school year at Hand in Hand Christian Preschool, located at our East Campus,

has begun. For more information visit handinhand-preschool.com.

SUNDAY ministries schedule for children in grades 1-4 can be found at fbcg.com.

ADVENTURE CLUB information can be found at fbcg.com FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT East Campus, February 8, 7:00 pm. Join us for the premier of the newest Veggie Tale movie, “The Little House That Stood.” Come a little early to set up your blankets and get some popcorn! (No chairs will be set up.)

STUDENTS www.fbcg.com/ministries/students If you have questions regarding any of our ministries, please contact Sue Ann Egan at 630.232.7068 x 132 or saegan@fbcg.com.

SUNDAY ministries schedule for 56 Ministries (5th & 6th Graders), Souled Out (7th & 8th Graders), and Trek (9th- 12th graders) can be found at fbcg.com.

MEN www.fbcg.com/ministries/men Bible Study Fellowship (BSF) is studying Genesis this year. This Bible study is intended for all levels of Bible knowledge and meets every Monday night in the East Campus Sanctuary from 6:50 – 8:45 p.m. It’s not too late to get started! Come to an introductory session on any Monday night at 6:50 to find out more or e-mail Kevin Oler at kevin.oler55@gmail.com.

Men’s prayer group meets to pray Tuesday mornings, 6:00-7:00 a.m. in room 204, East Campus. We pray for our families, pastors, staff, church mission trips and youth events, our country’s leaders, etc. Come join us!

Saturday Morning Men’s Bible Study meets at 7:30 a.m. in West Campus Room 103. Bill Kabasenche will be teaching from the book of Jonah. Join us for Bible study, coffee and Christian fellowship.

WOMEN www.fbcg.com/ministries/women Moms together welcomes Anne Garnett who will present Secrets of an Organized Mom on February 7 and 21. We’ll take a look at some fresh ideas and perspective into handling our endless lists and discuss tips for meal planning, kids’ stuff and corralling paperwork. To register, stop by the Women’s Ministries kiosk, call 630-232-7068 x137 or email jragains@fbcg.com.

All Senior Single Ladies are invited to join the Forget-Me-Nots for lunch on Wednesday, February 13 at Noon in the East Campus Canteen. Come hear Sharon Brazill (from Arden Court) speak about keeping our brains active. Please RSVP to Barb Harris by Monday, February 11 at 630-710-4652. Hope to see you there.

PATCHWORKS Quilting Ministry will meet on Wednesday, February 13 from 9 a.m. to Noon at the East Campus, Room 201202. We make baby quilts for the Crisis Pregnancy Center, Elgin. A straight stitch sewing machine in working order and basic sewing supplies are needed. Fabrics will be provided. Questions? Call Jolene at 630.430.2294 or Betty Lou at 630.377.0884.

WOMEN’S RETREAT REGISTRATION IS UNDERWAY! Women of all ages are invited to join us for a one-day retreat, “From Battle Scars to Beauty Marks”, Saturday, March 16, 2013 from 8:30 a.m to 3:00 p.m. at the West Campus. Guest speaker, Ellie Lofaro, is a renowned speaker, author and teacher. Cost is $30 ($25 by February 24). Note two NEW lunch options. Box lunch orders ($8) are due by March 6 (limited quantity available). Register at fbcg.com or stop by the Women’s Ministries Kiosk.

ALCs & More Sola Scriptura is meeting at a new time! Beginning Sunday, February 10, Sola Scriptura will meet from 6:00 -

8:00 p.m. in the East Campus Student Center. Whether you have been attending regularly, or you are a first time guest, please join Pastor Jeff Frazier in our study of the book of Romans. Bring your Bible and an open heart to hear from God’s Word!

Judges Who knew there is so much to be gained by all they have to teach? Who are they? What did they do? Who did they judge? Built to Last would like to invite young married couples (whether newly married or starting a family) to their next sixweek study entitled, “Judges: Yearning for a King” led by Tom McClelland starting February 17. The class meets on Sundays at 10:45 a.m. in West Campus Room 103. Nursery and Children’s Ministries are available; infants are welcome in class. For more information, contact Chris Danielson: cdanielson@fbcg.com or 630.762.9510.

What’s life all about? Christianity Explored is a free 7-week class that offers a safe place for you to explore and ask questions about who Jesus is and why it matters. Keith Duncan, leads this class on Sunday nights from February 10 – March 24, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. in West Campus Room 103. Invite a friend or neighbor to join you! All materials and dinner provided each week. Register at fbcg.com, at the Welcome Center, or by contacting Jenny Schulenburg at 630.232.7068 x117.

Financial Peace University More than 70% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. 33% of Christian marriages end in divorce, and money problems are the number one cause. FBCG is offering Dave Ramsey’s “Financial Peace University” to help you get control of your finances by applying God’s word in practical ways. Classes will be held on Thursdays (starting February 21) and Saturdays (starting February 23), and will last for nine weeks. You’re welcome to come to the first class and check it out without any obligation. For more information or to sign up, visit the Welcome Center or the Prayer, Care, & Support tab at fbcg.com.

SERVE THE WORLD

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Missionary of the Week: Michele Munoz, International Teams, End Slavery Ministry asks us to pray that GOD would lead enough people to join her support team to make the additional 20% of her budget needed to join her team in Portland, OR,

by April and about Michele is speaking to a friend’s small group about the issue of trafficking and her ministry on 2/6. Pray that GOD will lead her speaking and that the attendees will gain a better understanding of the issue here in the US and that they will be led to pray for the victims.

FOOD PANTRY BINS are at each campus to collect food donations. Bins will be labeled with the “needed item”. Thank you for providing food for those in need! This week’s items of the week: Cereal, Toiletries & Laundry Soap.

MOBILE FOOD PACK for Feed My Starving Children will be happening the weekend of February 15&16. For more information or to sign up, check fbcg.com/local-serving.

GENEROSITY UPDATE

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“Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” - 2 Corinthians 9:7

Giving Envelopes Beginning this year we will be mailing giving envelopes to your home every two months. If you have not received any but would like to in the future, please sign up at the Welcome Center in the lobby where you can also pick up some generic giving envelopes to use until the next mailing arrives.

Last Week’s Giving

Jan. to Date Giving

vs. Budget

Year to Date Giving**

vs. Budget

General Fund *

$50,950

$219,704

-$18,096

$1,501,995

-$13,805

Benevolent Fund ¥

$2,571

$12,202

N/A

$130,564

N/A

Building Fund ¤

$946

$7,042

N/A

$38,060

N/A

Prepare the Way §

$2,536

$35,362

N/A

$194,319

N/A

$1,124

$7,468

N/A

$153,478

N/A

Serve the World

Remaining Mortgage * General Fund - unrestricted gifts to support our on-going ministries, staff and facilities ¥ Benevolent Fund - gifts restricted for the use of those in need in the church and community ¤ Building Fund - gifts restricted to building-related expenses such as new facility costs or major repairs to existing facilities § Prepare the Way - gifts restricted to reducing our mortgage debt For more financial information or alternative ways to give, see our website at www.fbcg.com/giving

$1,232,170

** FBCG fiscal year ends 8/31

Sermon Notes

Worship Times: Saturdays at West Campus, 5:00 p.m.

Sundays at East Campus, 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. (Traditional); 9:15 a.m. (Worship Café) Sundays at West Campus, 9:15 & 10:45 a.m. (Contemporary)

Upcoming Sermons Date

Sat. Night/West

Worship Café

East Sanctuary

West Campus

February 2-3

The Gospel of Freedom Pastor Brian Coffey

The Gospel of Freedom Pastor Brian Coffey - Video

The Gospel of Pursuit Pastor Jeff Frazier

The Gospel of Freedom Pastor Brian Coffey

February 9-10

The Gospel to Abraham Pastor Jeff Frazier

The Gospel to Abraham Pastor Jeff Frazier - Video

The Gospel of the Ark Pastor Brian Coffey

The Gospel to Abraham Pastor Jeff Frazier

February 16-17

The Gospel of the Ark Pastor Roger Crites

The Gospel of the Ark Pastor Pastor Roger Crites

The Gospel to Abraham Pastor Jeff Frazier

The Gospel of the Ark Pastor Brian Coffey

Missed a sermon? You can view any of our past sermons on-line at www.fbcg.com East Campus 2300 South Street, Geneva, IL 60134 West Campus 3435 Keslinger Road, Geneva, IL 60134 Church Office 232.7068 Fax 232.7092 Hand in Hand Preschool 208.4903 www.fbcg.com Affiliated with Converge Midwest and Converge Worldwide

/Fbcgeneva @Fbcgeneva

FBCG CONNECTION CARD I am interested in the following SERVING Opportunities:

o Childrens Ministry - csarros@fbcg.com o 5-12 Grades - smoore@fbcg.com o Women’s Ministry - lcoffey@fbcg.com o Welcome Team - cdanielson@fbcg.com o Short Term Missions - kmccart@fbcg.com o Global Missions - bmcevoy@fbcg.com o Local Serving - cpacilio@fbcg.com o Worship Ministries - athomas@fbcg.com o Audio/Visual Ministries - jkruse@fbcg.com o Masters Hands - ewise@fbcg.com o Royal Family Kids Camp - royalfamilykids@fbcg.com o Masterpiece (disabilities) - andrea@firststepstherapy.com

PRAYER NEEDS/Comments o Confidential/Pastors Only o For the Prayer Team & FBCG Staff o I’d like to speak to a Pastor ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________

FINALLY.... o My contact information has changed o Please add me to the weekly email newsletter o I would like giving envelopes (you can pick up temporary envelopes at the Welcome Center)

FBCG CONNECTION CARD Date _______________________________________ o East Campus

o 9:15 am (Traditional) o 9:15 am (Worship Café) o10:45 am

o West Campus

o Sat. Evening o 9:15 am o 10:45 am

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I AM A: (CHECK APPLICABLE) o First Time Guest o Regular Attender

o Returning Guest o FBCG Member

Relationship with jesus: o I made a first-time decision for Christ today. o I re-committed my life to Christ today. o I would like to talk to a pastor about becoming a Christian.

I WOULD LIKE MORE INFO (CHECK APPLICABLE) o What This Church Believes o Membership o Baptism o Children’s Ministries o Infant-K o 1st -4th Grade o Student Ministries Grade: o_ 5th-6th o 7th-8th o 9th-12th o Adult Ministries o College o Women o Men o Senior Adult o Small Groups o Adult Sunday Classes o Support and Recovery

PLEASE SEE THE REVERSE SIde FOR SERVING OPPORTUNITIES, PRAYER REQUESTS AND COMMENTS