FBCG Bulletin 2.24.13

Welcome to

Weekend of February 23 & 24

First Baptist Church of Geneva 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.

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!)

Young adult Library launch Join us on Thursday night, Feb. 28, at 7 pm in the east campus chapel to meet one of FBCG’s very own authors, Travis Thrasher, for the launch of our library’s young adult section (ages 12-17). As someone who discovered the inspiration to write in third grade, Travis is living his dream as a full-time storyteller. The Solitary Tales are his series of books that have a unique take on spiritual warfare happening in today’s world as narrated by a teenager named Chris Buckley.

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

Mar. 23, 2013 - Children’s Easter Eggstravaganza 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.

Executive council nominations A reminder, the deadline to turn in nominations is March 1. Nominating Petitions are available at the Welcome Center or online and may be turned in to Nominating Committee members or the church office. For more information see fbcg.com/governance.

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, Penny Welch, Peggy Emigh, and Pastor Roger Crites with continuing health needs.

We extend our love and sympathy to the family of Bob and Jeanene Sauer on the passing of Jeanene’s mother, Vivian

Herfindahl on Feb. 4; to the family of Neal and Marci Kuhn on the passing of Marci’s brother, Brad Anderson. Please keep these families in your prayers.

Shower Information Please visit fbcg.com/my_fbcg for information about a baby shower for Taylor and Bailey O’Brien.

Living Through the Losses of Life, a two hour grief seminar led by Pastor Roger, will be held Sunday, March 10, 3:00 p.m. in the East Campus Chapel. A flyer at the Welcome Center describes the topics to be covered. Register by March 3 at ewise@fbcg.com or call 630.232.7068 ext. 131.

Thank you FBCG for the beautiful flowers and cards of sympathy sent for the memorial service of our daughter-in-law, Sandy Henry. Sandy is with the Lord after a fifteen-month battle with lung cancer. Chuck & Jean Henry iPray Community God invites us to pray; “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God.” (Philippians 4:6) Please join our iPray Community. Once a week you are sent prayer requests by email so that you can help lift up the concerns, requests and praises of others from FBCG. You will also receive a monthly Prayer Builders Guide to help build your own prayer life and relationship with God. To join: fbcg.com/join-ipray or contact: ewise@fbcg.com.

MINISTRY NEWS

CHILDREN Schedules for these ministries can be found at fbcg.com/children.

Weekend ministries for children birth through 4th grade.

CHILDREN’S CHOIRS for children in kindergarten through 5th grade.

ADVENTURE CLUB for children in 1st through 4th grade.

Baptism Class for families with elementary and middle school students will be Monday, February 25 in the Omega room

at the West Campus at 7:00 p.m.

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.

STUDENTS Join us at fbcg.com/ministries/students for more information on Student Ministries at FBCG.

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 Join us at fbcg.com/men for more information on Men’s Ministries at FBCG.

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. David Prost will be teaching on the Names of God. Join us for Bible study, coffee and Christian fellowship.

WOMEN Join us at fbcg.com/women for information on Women’s Ministries at FBCG. Moms Connected invites mothers of tweens and teens to join us on February 28 from 9:15 - 11:15 a.m. at our West

Campus. Our own Sterling Moore, Pastor of Student Ministries, will be presenting Teens Caught in a Digital World. Register at the Women's Ministries Kiosk, via email to jragains@fbcg.com or call 630.232.7068, x 138. Childcare is available.

Moms together welcomes Bob Goss who will present Raising Grateful Kids in a Culture of Materialism on March 7 and 21.

Join us to learn what mistakes we as parents might be making and how we can help change our children's attitudes about things.

To register, stop by the Women’s Ministries kiosk, call 630.232.7068 x 137 or email jragains@fbcg.com Stampers & scrappers Do you enjoy scrap-booking, stamping, card making or photo journaling? Join us on Friday, March 8, 6:00-11:30 p.m., East Campus, Room 100, for a night of fellowship, fun and uninterrupted work time. Bring your supplies and a friend; snacks and beverages will be provided. Contact Nancy at 630.992.1213 or fbcgscrap@comcast.net to RSVP. 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.

Deep waters book group will host a discussion of Carol Kent's book Between a Rock and a Grace Place, Tues., March 19, 7 - 9 p.m. in the West Campus Glass Room. Carol describes how she has found God's 'grace places' in her family after her son was sentenced to life in prison for murder. The book explores how we can discover God at work in seemingly insurmountable challenges. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.—come early and grab a cup of coffee! Visit us at fbcg.com/deep-waters-book-club for more information.

ALCs & More Join us at fbcg.com/adult for more information on Adult Ministries at FBCG. Sola Scriptura is meeting this Sunday, February 24, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the East Campus Student Center! Whether you

have been attending Sola Scriptura regularly, or you are a first time guest, Pastor Jeff Frazier welcomes you to join us in our study of the book of Romans. Bring your Bible and an open heart to hear from God’s Word!

Empty Nesters Fellowship meets four times from March to November for a time of food and fellowship in small groups. Rotating hosts plan the meal and everyone brings a dish to share. Register at the Welcome Center by March 10. For more information call Nita Hayward, 630.896.6705.

SERVE THE WORLD

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Missionary of the Week: Joel and Barbara Wright, ICM Converge Worldwide, US-Brazil; Brazilian pastors from across the USA will gather in April for a conference in Stamford, CT, to be taught and encouraged by speakers and leaders coming from Brazil. The Wrights along with other Converge Brazilian leadership plan to join 700+others for learning and inspiration.

Pray that this will lead to a surge of fruitfulness among Brazilian churches across the country as the Wrights work among them.

Pray for bridge-building efforts to expand ministry to Brazilians who have immigrated to other areas (Haiti, Africa, and the Middle East).

Royal Family Kids is in need of volunteers for counselor and staff positions for June 2013. An application packet is available at the Welcome Center or contact Carol Weber at Royalfamilykids@fbcg.com or 630.327.9949.

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: PB & Jelly, Canned Fruit & Canned Vegetables.

Turkey missions There will be a Turkey Missions Informational meeting on March 3 in Room 103 at the West Campus following the 10:45 a.m. service. All are welcome to attend to learn more about FBCG’s 2013 short-term trip to Turkey MEN WANTED - HIS WORK, Inc. has announced a House Building Tribute Trip to Acuna, Mexico honoring John Mosiman on April 20-27, 2013. Applications can be retrieved at www.hisworkinc.org. Please contact Kurt Maranhas 630.267.0732 for details concerning this opportunity to serve. No construction skills required.

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

Feb. to Date Giving

vs. Budget

Year to Date Giving**

vs. Budget

General Fund *

$57,239

$196,870

$9,745

$1,699,908

-$3,017

Benevolent Fund ¥ Building Fund ¤ Prepare the Way §

$2,005 $760 $1,515

$8,744 $3,827 $6,037

N/A N/A N/A

$139,308 $41,702 $200,326

N/A N/A N/A

$960

$3,315

N/A

$157,064

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

$1,226,163

** 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 23-24

The Gospel to Abraham II Pastor Jeff Frazier

The Gospel to Abraham II Pastor Jeff Frazier- Video

The Gospel to Abraham II Pastor Sterling Moore

The Gospel to Abraham II Pastor Jeff Frazier

March 2-3

Baptism Event

Forsaken: The Gospel of Wrath Pastor Brian Coffey- Video

Mocked: The Gospel of Foolishness Pastor Jeff Frazier

Forsaken: The Gospel of Wrath Pastor Brian Coffey

March 9-10

Mocked: The Gospel of Foolishness Pastor Jeff Frazier

Mocked: The Gospel of Foolishness Pastor Jeff Frazier- Video

Forsaken: The Gospel of Wrath Pastor Brian Coffey

Mocked: The Gospel of Foolishness Pastor Jeff Frazier

Missed a sermon? You can view any of our past sermons on-line at 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 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

About You Name________________________________________ Birthdate: Month_________Day________Year______ Spouse’s Name________________________________ Birthdate: Month_________Day________Year______ Address______________________________________ City, State, Zip________________________________ His Phone ______________________ o Cell o_ Home His Email ____________________________________ Her Phone______________________ o Cell o_ Home Her Email ___________________________________ o Single o Married o Divorced o Widowed

Children living at home:

(please give birthdates of those 18 and under) Name____________________________________________ Date of Birth______________________________________ Name____________________________________________ Date of Birth______________________________________ Name ___________________________________________ Date of Birth______________________________________ Name____________________________________________ Date of Birth______________________________________

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