Welcome to
Weekend of August 31 & September 1
Our Current Sermon Series:
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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. For all, back of the card also offers a place to share prayer requests. We would love to pray for you over any personal concerns. Library September is Library Card Sign-up Month. Applications are available at both the east and west campus libraries. For more info on the library, go to fbcg.com/library and facebook.com/firstbaptistlibrary. MUSICIANS: Consider using your musical gifts at FBCG! Opportunities are available for singers and instrumentalists at all worship venues: Sanctuary Choir, orchestra, vocal teams, bands, and Worship Choir. For more info, contact Dee Compton (dcompton@fbcg.com) or Angie Thomas (athomas@fbcg.com).
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
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Please remember your FBCG family in prayer this week: Kim McCart, Jean Gavard, Linda Koehling, Penny Welch, Kayla Juan, Bill Boggio, Mary Pat Wright, Pierce Kruse, and Robin Rix with continuing health needs.
We extend our love and sympathy to families that have lost loved ones this week: to Joel and Jeanie Petersen on the
passing of Joel’s father on Fri., Aug. 23; to Dan and Connie Lasse on the passing of Dan’s mother, Mildred Lasse, on Fri., Aug. 23: to Steve and Andie Burchett on the passing of Andie’s mother, Carol Thorngren, on Mon., Aug. 26. Please keep these families in your prayers.
Renaissance Support Group for parents and caregivers of children with special needs will meet Tuesday, Sept. 3, 7-8:30 p.m. in the West Campus Glass Room. For more information contact Alberta Crescenzo at 630.222.3659, Sally Marino at 815.508.3270, or RenaissanceFBCG@gmail.com Families of Military will meet Sunday, Sept. 8, at noon in West Campus Room 5 (lower level). 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. REWRITE YOUR EMOTIONAL SCRIPT Join this group of women on Weds starting Sept 11 from 9:30-11:00 a.m or Mons
starting Sept 16 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. to work through inaccurate messages from their past in order to move forward to a place of spiritual and emotional health. Cindy Prost at cynthiaprost@aol.com.
STRONGER (new women’s study) Face life challenges in practical, meaningful, and actionable ways. Find hope in fragile places, such as overload, broken relationships, and more. Join us Weds from 9:00-11:00 a.m. starting Sept 11. More info: fbcg.com/ support Register: Kristy DeSanti at kdesanti@fbcg.com. SPIRITUAL JOURNEY Healing for Damaged Emotions Through the use of Biblical principles and 12-step wisdom, this women’s group will help you map out your own journey of healing and wholeness from difficult issues in your past that impact your life today. 9:00-11:00 a.m. Fri, Sept 13. More info: fbcg.com/support Register: Kristy DeSanti at kdesanti@fbcg.com. DIVORCECARE Looking for a warm, caring environment that can help you through the difficult season of divorce? Join us on Mondays from 7:00-9:00 p.m. starting Sept. 16. More info: fbcg.com/support Register: Kristy DeSanti at kdesanti@fbcg.com.
MINISTRY NEWS
CHILDREN Join us at fbcg.com/children for more information on Children’s Ministries at FBCG. FULL CHILDREN’S MINISTRY will resume next week. Some classes may have a delayed start if they do not have sufficient staffing. Parents who have registered their children will be notified SERVANTS ARE STILL NEEDED Weekend Ministry: Child Care, Children’s Welcome Center, 2-K Teachers & Helpers, Music,
Greeter, Media, Crafts, Wednesday Night Ministry- Child Care, Preschool, Instrumentalists, Vocalists, Games, Drama, Crafts, Store Workers, Small Group Leaders (adults & youth). Contact Chris Sarros, csarros@fbcg.com, 630.232.7068 x125.
JOYFUL NOISE & K’S PRAISE will not be meeting this year. A new performing arts program called Elevate will launch this Fall. NEW Elevate Youth Performing Arts Ministry: students, grades 2-12 interested in being on or off stage. No experience necessary!
We will perform a Christmas musical and a spring production. Rehearsals begin Sept. 15, 4:30-5:45, west campus. Auditions for casting (no cuts) and backstage interviews Sept. 8 and 11. www.mysignup.com/elevateaudition. Questions: bchennault@fbcg.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 SCHOOL grades 5-12 will not meet will not meet today for Family Worship Sundays. It will resume Sept. 8.
MEN Join us at fbcg.com/men for more information on Men’s Ministries at FBCG. Saturday Morning Men’s Bible Study meets at 7:30 a.m. on Sats in West Campus Room 103. Starting Sept. 7, Bill
Peterson will lead Look for Our Lord’s Appearing: An End Times Study. Join us anytime you can for coffee and Christian fellowship.
BIBLE STUDY FELLOWSHIP (BSF) will study the book of Matthew beginning Monday, Sept. 9. BSF meets Mondays from
6:55-8:45 p.m. in the East Campus Sanctuary. Students grades 1-12 may come with their dads and do the same study at their grade level. Information at bsfinternational.org or contact Kevin Oler at kevin.oler55@gmail.com.
WOMEN Join us at fbcg.com/women for information on Women’s Ministries at FBCG. WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY STARTS in one week! You are warmly invited to join one of our four Bible Study options for this Fall. Register today to secure your spot by visiting the Women’s Ministries kiosk or fbcg.com/womens-bible-study.
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 get a sneak peek at upcoming programs and events. Join us at 9:15 a.m. Sunday, September 8 in Room 8, West Campus. RSVP to Jackie at 630.232.7068 x111 or jraigains@fbcg.com by Thursday, Sept.5.
Patchworks will meet Wed., Sept. 11 from 9 a.m. to Noon at the East Campus, Room 201-202. We make baby quilts for
the Crisis Pregnancy Center, Elgin. A straight stitch sewing machine in working order and basic sewing supplies are needed. New style fabric kits will be provided. For more information call Jolene at 630.430.2294 or Betty Lou at 630.377.0884.
Stampers & Scrappers! Join us on Friday, Sept. 13, 6:00-11:30 p.m., East Campus, Room 100, for our first Scrap Night
of the ministry year. Enjoy a night of fellowship, fun and uninterrupted work time. Bring your supplies and a friend; snacks and beverages will be provided. Contact Nancy O’Connor at 630.992.1213 or fbcgscrap@comcast.net to RSVP.
FBCG Women Hike! Join us for a day of hiking at Starved Rock, Saturday, September 14. Depart from the West Campus at 9:00 a.m., hike, lunch at the lodge and return back to church by 4:00 p.m. Bring a friend! To register, contact Teresa teresaduncan@sbcglobal.net or Lorene at lcoffey@fbcg.com. A staff position, averaging 12 hrs/week for Women’s Bible Study Coordinator is available Oct. 1. Strong relational and
administrative skills required including basic event planning as well as database entry, analysis and report building. Applications are at fbcg.com/job-opportunities and may be submitted through Fri., Sept. 13 Questions? Michelle Klisares 630.232.7068 x147.
COLLEGE MOMS IN PRAYER invites mothers of college-age students to join groups of 4-6 moms who meet in one another’s homes once a month (day/evening available), Sept.-May, to pray for their students. Register online at www.fbcg.com/collegemoms-in-prayer or at the Women’s Ministries Kiosk by Sept. 8. Questions? Susan Ward, susaneward58@gmail.com.
ALCs & More Join us at fbcg.com/adult for more information on Adult Ministries at FBCG. Adult Learning Communities kickoff Sun., Sept. 8. ALCs exist to provide an avenue for spiritual growth in the context of community. In addition to equipping on Sundays, each learning community periodically provides opportunities for members to connect outside of classroom time to develop deeper relationships. Connect to others in your stage of life by joining an ALC! Class
Demographic*
Time & Location
Next Series: Sept. 8 - Oct. 13
Built to Last
Young married couples (20s-30s) with children
10:45 a.m. West Campus Rm 103
“Built to Love: What You Won’t Learn from The Bachelorette.” Led by Steven Lemon
Pathfinders
Anyone in their 30s-40s
9:15 a.m. West Campus Rm 5
“Wrestling with God” Led by Dave Prost
Life Builders
Parents of students in Jr. & Sr. high & college
10:45 a.m. East Campus Chapel
“The Work of the Holy Spirit” Led by Mark Wooten
Early Risers
All Ages and Stages
8:00 a.m. West Campus Alpha Rm
“Helping the Next Generation Lead the Church” Led by Professor Mike Boyle
Seekers
Anyone 60+
9:15 a.m. East Campus Chapel
“Finding Truth & Living It No Matter What: A Study of Jeremiah” Led by Lee Norris
*Note: Descriptions reflect the primary class demographic; however, anyone is welcome to attend any of our Adult Learning Communities.
SERVE THE WORLD
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Missionary of the Week: Pray for Missionaries Tri and Emily Truong serving with World Agape Ministries in Vietnam and Cambodia. 46 house churches were established in South Vietnam with 3,000 members, two in Vankieu Laos and 467 churches were planted in 20 cities in Cambodia. Pray that God will protect their Pastors in restricted areas and that the churches will grow in faithfulness and obedience. Pray for the ongoing bilingual publication of “Our Daily Bread” and for sufficient funds for printing and training of the “Walk thru the Bible” project. Team Time Team Are you available during the day to mentor or support a refugee woman in a group setting? Be part of
the Refugee Partner’s Tea Time Team. Informational meeting Sept. 5 at East Campus chapel 10 a.m. Call Ruth Nelson for more info. 630.466.4630.
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! Items of the week: Spaghetti Sauce/Canned Vegetables/Canned Fruits. Coffee Volunteers Needed! Due to some shifting schedules, the East Campus is need of volunteers to clean up coffee after the second service. Please contact Gretchen Gilbert ggilbert@fbcg.com if you would be willing to volunteer one Sunday a month.
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 If you would like weekly giving envelopes, please sign up at the Welcome Center in the lobby and they will be mailed to your home every two months. You can also pick up some generic giving envelopes if you are not a weekly donor. Last Week’s Giving
August to Date Giving
vs. Budget
Year to Date Giving*
vs. Budget
General Fund †
$52,026
$220,022
-$8,778
$3,380,129
$5,129
Benevolent Fund ¥ Building Fund ¤ Prepare the Way §
$1,625 $1,060 $34,025
$9,400 $4,877 $39,392
N/A N/A N/A
$243,194 $75,541 $337,677
N/A N/A N/A
$4,921
$17,237
N/A
$128,345**
-$121,655
Serve the World
Remaining Mortgage
$893,048
*FBCG fiscal year ends 8/31 **Giving towards 2013 goal of $250,000
† 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 quick online giving through our website, For more financial information or alternative ways to give, see our website at fbcg.com/giving
please feel free to use this QR code
Sermon Notes
Upcoming Sermons Date
Sat. Night/West
Worship Café
East Sanctuary
West Campus
August 31Sept. 1
About Face!: A New Gospel Assignment Pastor Brian Coffey
A New Beginning: The Gospel of Repentance Pastor Jeff Frazier
About Face!: A New Gospel Assignment Pastor Brian Coffey
About Face!: A New Gospel Assignment Pastor Brian Coffey
Sept. 7Sept. 8
The Generous Farmer: The Seeds of the Kingdom Pastor Brian Coffey
The Generous Farmer: The Seeds of the Kingdom Pastor Brian Coffey- Video
The Generous Farmer: The Seeds of the Kingdom Pastor Jeff Frazier
The Generous Farmer: The Seeds of the Kingdom Pastor Brian Coffey
Sept. 14Sept. 15
Shallow Soil: The Immature Heart Pastor Jeff Frazier
Shallow Soil: The Immature Heart Pastor Jeff Frazier- Video
Hard Soil: The Resistant Heart Pastor Brian Coffey
Shallow Soil: The Immature Heart Pastor Jeff Frazier
Missed a sermon? You can view any of our past sermons on-line at fbcg.com Summer Worship Times ( June 8- September 1): Saturdays at West Campus, 5:00 p.m. Sundays at East Campus, 10:00 a.m. (Traditional); 10:00 a.m. (Trek Worship Café) Sundays at West Campus, 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. (Contemporary) Regular Worship Times (Starts September 7): 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) 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:
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