Welcome to
Weekend of April 26 & 27
Our Current Sermon Series:
Growing SMALLER
T he Paradox of Spiritual Greatness
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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. CHILD DEDICATION will take place on Mother’s Day weekend May 10-11, in any worship service. Plan to attend the parents’ class on Monday, May 5 at 7:00 p.m. in the West Campus Room 103. Register your child(ren) for dedication at jbauserman@fbcg.com or call Jan at 630.232.7068 x 110. FBCG SOFTBALL LEAGUE is a Co-ed league age 16 and older. Games are played on Sunday afternoons from May to August and cost is $40 per person. To register or for information contact John Soto at jandm_soto@att.net or 630.365.5217 VISIT THE FBCG LIBRARY Facebook page at facebook.com/firstbaptistlibrary. (You don’t need a Facebook page to access.) The library adds new items, many of which are highlighted on the Facebook page. Scroll through and find a book, DVD, or audio item that looks interesting; then stop at the library and check it out. GREETERS ARE NEEDED at the West Campus for the Saturday evening service. If you would love to welcome people to FBCG and can serve in this way, please contact Jennifer at jgomoll@fbcg.com. FBCG CAREER OPPORTUNITY! The Webmaster/Lead Information Technology Support position will provide creative design to improve fbcg.com and be responsible for the technical aspects of maintaining the site. This role will also plan, direct, and manage our Information Systems. 30 hours per week. To apply, contact Brian Griffin at bgriffin@fbcg.com or John Harper at jharper@fbcg.com. INTERESTED IN SERVING THE LORD WITH YOUR COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS AT FBCG? The Communications Team is
looking for photographers and those with writing, marketing, graphic design and special event planning skills to assist with various communications needs for the church. Contact Brian Griffin at bgriffin@fbcg.com.
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
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WE WOULD LOVE TO PRAY FOR YOU! Please share your concerns, requests and praises at fbcg.com/submit-a-request. If you would like to join our iPray team and share in the blessing of praying for others, please go to fbcg.com/iPray. OASIS - Grief Support for Bereaved Mothers provides a safe place for emotional support to process grief. Led by women who
have experienced the death of a child, come share your heart in an understanding environment. Oasis meets, Sun., May 4 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in the West Campus Glass Room. Contact Kristy at kdesanti@fbcg.com.
NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER is Thur., May 1. Join us in the East Campus Chapel from noon to 1:00 p.m. for a time of prayer. WE EXTEND OUR LOVE AND SYMPATHY to families that have lost loved ones this week: to the family of John DePauw, on
the passing of John’s mother, Mae DePauw on Tue., Apr. 15; to Darrell and Janice Mowen on the passing of Janice’s father, Wayne Jensen, on Fri., Apr., 18. Please keep these families in your prayers.
THANK YOU FBCG for the lovely plant that was sent in memory of Rob’s dad. We are grateful for your prayers and support through this difficult time. Rob Marlatt Family CONGRATULATIONS to Chad and Sarah Strange on the birth of daughter, Rilynn Strange, born on March 31. Congratulations to proud grandparent, Peggy Osburn. SHOWER INFORMATION visit fbcg.com/about-fbcg/fbcg for information on the wedding shower for Erica Padish and
Kevin Conrad.
MINISTRY NEWS
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CHILDREN Join us at fbcg.com/children for more information on Children’s Ministries at FBCG. BUDDY BREAK helpers are needed for set-up and tear-down for their upcoming sessions on May 3, June 14 and July 26. Set-up is Fri., May 2 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. and tear-down is Sat., May 3 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. Can you lend a hand? Contact Michelle at buddybreakfbcg@yahoo.com
ELEVATE PERFORMING ARTS YOUTH MINISTRY will present the musical “Godspell” on Sat., May 10 at 7:00 p.m. West campus. Godspell is a high energy, heartwarming musical that portrays the life of our Savior according to the gospel of Matthew. Join us for this family-friendly free show that has touched the hearts of countless theatergoers. JUNGLE SAFARI VBS for children entering grades 1-4 in the Fall is June 23-27. Information is available at the VBS tables in the lower level of each campus and at fbcg.com. Register your children and sign up to serve. Help is needed before VBS and during the week. For information contact csarros@fbcg.com. WEEKEND CHILDREN’S programming is available during all worship services at both campuses for children birth-4th grade. ADVENTURE CLUB, a midweek program for 1st - 4th grades, meets on Wed. 6:30-8:00 p.m. Register at fbcg.com, or at the door.
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 (5th & 6th Graders) Meets Sun. at 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. in the West Campus Alpha Room and at 10:45 a.m. in the East Campus Room 201/202. Club 56 meets Wed. 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in the East Campus Student Center. SOULED OUT (7th & 8th Graders) Meets Sun. at 9:15 a.m. in West Campus Room 103, at 10:45 a.m. in West Campus Room 5 and at 10:45 a.m. in East Campus Room 201/202. D.T.P. (small groups) meets on Sun. 6:00-7:30 p.m. at the West Campus. TREK (9th – 12th Graders) - TREK meets Sundays at 10:45 a.m. in the East Campus Student Center.
MEN Join us at fbcg.com/men for more information on Men’s Ministries at FBCG. MEN’S PRAYER GROUP meets Tuesday mornings, 6:00-7:00 a.m. in East Campus Room 204. We pray for our families, pastors, staff, church mission trips, youth events, our country’s leaders, etc. Come join us! SATURDAY MORNING MEN’S BIBLE STUDY meets at 7:30 a.m. on Saturdays in West Campus Room 103. Bill Kabasenche is leading a study of Ephesians. Join us anytime you can for coffee and Christian fellowship.
WOMEN Join us at fbcg.com/women for information on Women’s Ministries at FBCG. STAMPERS & SCRAPPERS: Mark your calendar for our Spring Scrap in the East Campus Chapel on Fri., May 2, 6:00-11:30
p.m. and/or Sat., May 3, 9:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. No charge Friday night; cost for Saturday is $20.00 (at the door.) RSVP to Nancy O'Connor at fbcgscrap@comcast.net or 630.992.1213.
NEWER TO FBCG? Women’s Ministries invites you to a Newcomer Brunch where you’ll meet Women’s Ministry staff, learn of opportunities to connect and hear about upcoming programs and events. Join us at 10:45 a.m. on Sun., May 4 in Room 8 (lower level), West Campus. RSVP by May 1 to Jackie at 630.232.7068, x111 or jragains@fbcg.com. WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY will host two DVD driven summer study options by Lysa TerKeurst: What Happens When Women
Say Yes to God AND Made to Crave. Join us on Weds., May 14-June 25, 6:30-8:00 p.m., in the East Campus Student Center. Register at the Women's Ministry Kiosk or at fbcg.com/womens-bible-study.
ADULT Join us at fbcg.com/adult for more information on Adult Ministries at FBCG. SOLA SCRIPTURA the Sunday, Apr. 27 class is postponed and the new date will be Sun., May 4 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the East Campus Student Center.
SERVE THE WORLD
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MISSIONARY OF THE WEEK: Ed and Jan Kotynski, Wycliff Bible Translation, International; Ed and Jan conducted a six week Bible Translation Workshop in Indonesia. Pray that new translators would know the Lord and depend on the Holy Spirit as they work. Pray for the Kotynskis as they work to reach the nonbelievers for Christ in Southeast Asia. CAMP IS CALLING! June 15-20. FBCG is co-hosting a week for underserved kids at the Riverwoods St. Charles campground. Needed are activity and craft volunteers, storytellers, kitchen help and more. Evening options available. High school and up. Love to have you! cpacilio@fbcg.com SAY, ‘‘OLE’ TO ENCHILADAS FOR LAZARUS HOUSE!” Volunteers are needed the second Wednesdays May through Sept to assemble and deliver a dinner for shelter residents. Pick your day or days. Evening and afternoon prep times available. Is this you? cpacilio@fbcg.com 630.232.7068 x152.
KENTUCKY CONSTRUCTION MISSION TRIP (Oct.12 - 17) informational meeting will be Sun., May 4 at noon in the West Campus Glass Room. Contact acrawford@fbcg.com for questions or more information.
THE FOOD PANTRY needs are cereal and peanut butter. Keep our general stock items filled by picking up a labeled grocery bag located at the donation bins, in the East Campus lobby, or the West Campus north exit. Drop off donations anytime the church campus is open.
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
Apr. to Date Giving
vs. Budget
Year to Date Giving*
vs. Budget
General Fund †
$75,581
$208,859
-$35,750
$2,384,643
-$5,739
Benevolent Fund ¥
$6,953
$16,451
N/A
$117,377
N/A
Serve the World
$2,358
$7,760
N/A
$66,096
Remaining Mortgage *FBCG fiscal year ends 8/31
† 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 For more financial information or alternative ways to give, see our website at fbcg.com/giving
-$233,904 $0
For quick online giving through our website, please feel free to use this QR code
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Sermon Notes
Upcoming Sermons Date
Sat. Night/West
Worship CafĂŠ
East Sanctuary
West Campus
Apr. 26-27
The Holy Estate: Growing Smaller in Marriage Pastor Jeff Frazier
The Holy Estate: Growing Smaller in Marriage Pastor Jeff Frazier- Video
All in the Family: Growing Smaller at Home Pastor Roger Crites
The Holy Estate: Growing Smaller in Marriage Pastor Jeff Frazier
May 3-4
All in the Family: Growing Smaller at Home Pastor Brian Coffey
All in the Family: Growing Smaller at Home Pastor Brian Coffey- Video
The Holy Estate: Growing Smaller in Marriage Pastor Jeff Frazier
All in the Family: Growing Smaller at Home Pastor Brian Coffey
May 10-11
Like a Good Neighbor: Growing Smaller in Your Community Pastor Jeff Frazier
Like a Good Neighbor: Growing Smaller in Your Community Pastor Jeff Frazier- Video
9 to 5: Growing Smaller at Work Pastor Brian Coffey
Like a Good Neighbor: Growing Smaller in Your Community Pastor Jeff Frazier
Missed a sermon? You can view any of our past sermons on-line at fbcg.com Regular 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 CafĂŠ) 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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