Welcome to
Weekend of December 20 & 21, 2014
Our Current Sermon Series:
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ADVENT AT FIRST BAPTIST
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CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP TIMES West Campus: 2:00**, 4:00* and 6:00 p.m., East Campus: 3:00*, 5:00* and 7:00 p.m. *Child care provided for children ages 3 and under. **Child care provided for children with special needs.
FBCG FAMILY
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WE EXTEND A WARM WELCOME to those visiting with us today! Please fill out the attached Connection Card so we can provide any information you would like to receive, and drop the card in the offering plate or at the Welcome Center. The back of the card also offers a place to share prayer requests. We would love to pray for you over any personal concerns. THE ALL-TIME BEST-SELLER BOOK CLUB is an exciting nine-week opportunity for our entire congregation to read through the New Testament in context and discuss it in community. Learn how you can become involved at fbcg.com/bookclub.
LIBRARY Don’t miss the opportunity to visit our library locations at the East Campus (lobby Fireside room) and West Campus (upper and lower level). We have a great selection of Christmas books and DVDs for all ages to enrich your family’s celebration of Christ’s birth. Go to fbcg.com/library for more information.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
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WE WOULD LOVE TO PRAY FOR YOU! Share your concerns, requests and praises with us at fbcg.com/submit-a-request or call Kristy at 630.232.7068 x 151. Join our iPray team and share in the blessing of praying for others, go to fbcg.com/iPray. SPIRITUAL JOURNEY GROUP Join us to use biblical principles to map out a journey of healing and wholeness from issues in your past. Release issues of fear, low self-control and other challenges. Space is limited. Begins Friday, Jan. 9 from 9-11 a.m. Register to Kristy at kdesanti@fbcg.com. SEXUAL ABUSE RECOVERY The trauma of sexual abuse continually haunts those who have suffered it. The shame and pain can be overwhelming. In the Wildflowers is a DVD-curriculum that gives you the tools to be lead out of isolation to find hope and healing. Begins: Wednesday, Jan. 14 at 9:00 a.m. Register to Cindy at cynthiaprost@aol.com. WE EXTEND OUR LOVE AND SYMPATHY to families that have lost loved ones: to Daniel and Frances Schoepke on the
passing of France’s mother, Marni Burlingame, on Tuesday, Dec. 9; to Jean Gavard on the passing of her sister. Please keep these families in your prayers.
THANK YOU FBCG for the beautiful floral arrangement sent to honor Bryan’s mom. She was a faithful woman of God. We are fortunate to have FBCG in our lives. Bryan & Mary Funkhouser
THANK YOU FBCG for the lovely plant garden and your kind, prayerful words. My mother is thankfully now with our Lord and we rejoice, even in our sorrow. Peggy and Chuck Reese
CONGRATULATIONS TO PROUD NEW PARENTS Brad and Krissy Wendell on the birth of Eba Kay on Friday, Dec. 5. Eba is welcomed home by siblings, Nelson and Ida.
MINISTRY NEWS
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CHILDREN Join us at fbcg.com/children for more information on Children’s Ministries at FBCG. CHILDREN’S PROGRAMMING is offered during all services. Children’s Ministries would love to minister to your child while you worship. For further information contact Children’s Pastor Chris Sarros at csarros@fbcg.com.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRIES PROGRAMMING There will be no children’s programming the weekend of Dec. 27 & 28. Child Care will be provided for children ages 3 and under.
PARENTING SPIRITUAL PARENTING for parents with children of all ages, will be held in West Campus Room 103 on Wednesdays, Jan. 7 - Mar. 5, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. The class shows how parenting as God intends is much more than behavior management; it’s all about setting an environment in your home where God can work. Register at fbcg.com/spiritualparenting.
STUDENTS Join us at fbcg.com/ministries/students for more information on Student Ministries at FBCG. If you have questions regarding any of our student ministries, please contact Sue Ann Egan at 630.232.7068 x 132 or saegan@fbcg.com.
56 MINISTRIES (Grades 5 & 6) meets Sunday at 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. in the West Campus Alpha Room and at 10:45 a.m. in East Campus Room L37. Club 56 will not meet on Wednesday, Dec. 24 or 31.
SOULED OUT (Grades 7 & 8) meets Sunday at 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. in West Campus Room L05 and at 10:45 a.m. in East Campus Room L37. D.T.P. will not meet on Sunday, Dec. 28.
TREK (Grades 9 - 12) meets Sunday at 10:45 a.m. in the East Campus Student Center. STUDENT MINISTRIES There will be no programming for students (Grades 5-12) on Dec. 27 & 28.
MEN Join us at fbcg.com/men for more information on Men’s Ministries at FBCG. MEN’S PRAYER GROUP meets to pray Tuesday mornings, 6:00-7:00 a.m. in the East Campus Chapel. We pray for our families, pastors, staff, church mission trips and youth events, our country’s leaders, etc. Come join us!
WOMEN Join us at fbcg.com/women for information on Women’s Ministries at FBCG. KNIT TOGETHER will not meet on Monday, Dec. 22 or 29 but will resume on Jan. 5. Contact Mary Soto for more information at 630.365.5217 or jandm_soto@att.net. WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY registration for the winter/spring session is now open and studies resume Jan. 6 & 7. We will host four different areas of study to accommodate a variety of Bible study backgrounds. Information is available at the Women’s Ministries kiosk or at fbcg.com/womens-bible-study. Payment is due at the time of registration. NEWER TO FBCG? We invite you to a Newcomer Brunch where you’ll meet Women’s Ministry staff, learn of opportunities to
connect and get a sneak peak at upcoming special events. Join us at 10:45 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 11 in Room 101, West Campus. RSVP to Jackie at 630.232.7068 x 111 or jragains@fbcg.com by Jan. 8.
THE DEEP WATERS BOOK GROUP invites women to read and discuss The Circle Maker by Mark Batterson on Tuesday, Jan. 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the East Campus, Fireside Room. Batterson teaches how to pray bold prayers that honor God. Go to fbcg.com/deep-waters-book-club/ for more information.
WOMEN’S CONFERENCE--SAVE THE DATE! We are pleased to announce that Vicki Courtney, national speaker and bestselling author, will be joining us for our Women’s Conference (formerly called Women’s Retreat) on Saturday, Mar. 14, 2015 from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the West Campus. More information to come!
ADULT Join us at fbcg.com/adult for more information on Adult Ministries at FBCG. SENIOR ADULT BIBLE STUDY will not meet on Wednesday, Dec. 24 or 31. ALL ADULT LEARNING COMMUNITIES except Seekers will be off next Sunday, Dec. 28 for Christmas and New Year’s break. SOLA SCRIPTURA Join us on Sunday, Jan. 11, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the East Campus Student Center as Pastor Jeff Frazier continues our study in Romans 8. Bring your Bible, a friend, and an open heart to hear from God's Word. No registration is required. First-time guests are always welcome! PREMARITAL CLASS is a Christ-centered community committed to supporting and encouraging strong, God-honoring marriages before they start. It is an opportunity to be involved in community with other engaged couples, learn from mentor couples, and enter marriage better prepared. Thursdays, Jan. 15 – Mar. 5 at 7:00 p.m. Register to Kristy at kdesanti@fbcg.com. THROUGH THE WORD a new intergenerational Adult Learning Community, meets Sundays at 9:15 a.m. in the East Campus Chapel beginning Jan. 18. The class will provide an overview of the Bible from Genesis through Revelation, and is intended for those new to studying the Bible and seasoned readers alike.
SERVE THE WORLD
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MISSIONARY OF THE WEEK: Chris and Elizabeth McKinney are with Campus Crusade for Christ serving at the University
of Missouri. They are incredibly thankful for FBCG’s generous Christmas gift to them. Please pray for their students to remain faithful as they are home during the holidays. Pray for the safe arrival of the baby they are expecting in February.
2015 STUDENT MISSION TRIP The dates, online application links, and downloadable required forms are available at fbcg. com. All applications will be linked to Managed Missions for completion. Plan to attend the Parent Informational Meeting on Sunday, Jan. 11 in the East Campus Student Center at noon. Questions? Contact Shayna at sduncan@fbcg.com. UNDERSTANDING AND ANSWERING ISLAM Mark your calendars for a conference sponsored by Ravi Zacharias International Ministries and simulcast live at FBCG on Jan. 16 and 17. This event will help you understand the nature of Islam and provide you with practical tools for lovingly speaking, and defending, the Gospel to your Muslim neighbors.
FOOD PANTRY Our food pantry is in need of size 3 diapers, liquid laundry detergent and reusable grocery bags. Thank for your generosity.
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
Last Week’s Giving
Dec. to Date Giving
vs. Budget
Year to Date Giving*
vs. Budget
General Fund †
$75,565
$171,642
-$15,545
$1,024,892
-$72,171
Benevolent Fund ¥
$4,165
$19,936
N/A
$75,393
N/A
Serve the World
$4,387
$29,229
N/A
$243,172
-$56,828
GENEROSITY REMINDER As you plan your year-end giving, keep in mind that for tax purposes, a contribution can only be claimed in the year in which it was either delivered or postmarked. Remember too that your personal giving record is always accessible when you log onto your myfbcg.com account via the church’s website.
Sermon Notes
Upcoming Sermons Date
Sat. Night/West
Worship Café
East Sanctuary
West Campus
Dec. 20-21
God Reached Down Through Grace Pastor Sterling Moore
God Reached Down Through Grace Pastor Sterling Moore - live
God Reached Down Through Adoption Pastor Brian Coffey
God Reached Down Through Grace Pastor Jeff Frazier
Dec. 27-28
The Power of Remembering Pastor Jonathan Goble
The Power of Remembering Pastor Jonathan Goble - video
The Power of Remembering Pastor Jeff Frazier
The Power of Remembering Pastor Jonathan Goble
Missed a sermon? You can view any of our past sermons on-line at fbcg.com Worship Times Saturdays at West Campus, 5:00 p.m. Sundays at East Campus, 9:15 a.m. - Traditional or Worship Café; 10:45 a.m. - Word & Table Sundays at West Campus, 9:15 & 10:45 a.m. - Contemporary 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
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FBCG CONNECTION CARD I AM INTERESTED IN THE FOLLOWING SERVING OPPORTUNITIES:
o Children’s Ministry - csarros@fbcg.com o 5-12 Grades - smoore@fbcg.com o Women’s Ministry - lcoffey@fbcg.com o Welcome Team - jgomoll@fbcg.com o Short Term Missions - sduncan@fbcg.com o Global Missions - bmcevoy@fbcg.com o Local Serving - cpacilio@fbcg.com o Worship Ministries - dcompton@fbcg.com jnewhouse@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
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