January 4, 2015 - First Baptist Church of Montgomery

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Volume 68 | Week of January 4, 2015 | Number 01
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares
the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm
you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
—Jeremiah 29:11
Happy New Year!
M.I.C. (Membership Information Class)
Sunday, January 11 | 12:15 pm | Fellowship Hall
Thinking of joining First Baptist? The Membership Information Class explains
what is involved in becoming effective members of FBC. The class is led by
our pastor, Jay, and is an excellent opportunity to ask questions and make new
friends. Be our guest for lunch and discover how to become a part of the First
Family. For more information or to register, call Patty Roper at 241.5133.
www.montgomeryfbc.org | Office: 334.834.6310 | Prayer Line: 334.834.4585
The Body Building a Tree
We are still praising God for the immense fruit of the 2014 Living Christmas Tree: 25
received Christ as their personal Savior; 48 re-committed their life to Christ; 13 would like
to know more; and 17 need a church home.
The Living Christmas Tree (LCT) is a beautiful
illustration of the Body of Christ at work. There
are many gifts, but one Spirit; many sounds
making one voice; a variety of skills and abilities,
but one purpose. As this diverse assortment of
people sow seeds of inspiration mixed with some
perspiration, God raises a beautiful TREE that
glorifies Him, presents the Gospel to seekers,
and encourages the Body! The LCT team is made
up of many selfless servants who are not in the
spotlight. People like…
Elaine LeFleur and her Sunday School
class who decorated the tree.
Chip Colee and Jay Wolf
Jeff Mayton who guided his team of helpers to safely get thousands of people in and
out of the building and find seats for them.
Tim Adams and Vance Bailey who worked very
hard to get the choir in the right places on the
tree so it looked perfect each time.
Jeff Haney who skillfully oversaw the safe
construction and takedown of the tree structure.
Allen Luckie and Beau Cooper who made sure the
net wire and greenery was put on the tree.
William Bozeman, Lee Bozeman and Bob Ivey
who made sure each light was connected and
working properly.
There are different kinds of
gifts, but the same Spirit. There
are different kinds of service,
but the same Lord. There are
different kinds of working, but
in all of them and in everyone
it is the same God at work.
— 1 Corinthians 12:4-6
Parking lot workers including Jim Wingfield, Payton Casey and Ken Whittle who made
a great first impression, as well as Wes Phillips and others who provided golf cart rides
to the door.
Dean Thornell and the kitchen team who served a nice meal for the LCT team between
presentations on Saturday and Sunday.
Vann Self who cared for the Children’s Choir when they were not singing.
Carol Bailey, Sharon Self, Judy Denton, and a team of others who spent many hours
handling the ticket distribution.
Angie Martin and the caring group of childcare workers who took care of hundreds of
children during the weekend.
John Bush and Steve Langer’s leadership over the prayer team that sorted and prayed
over the response cards.
This list could go on and on, but from the soloists in the spotlight on the front of the stage to
the cleanup crew, none of these people or anyone on the LCT team serves for recognition.
Instead, this is our offering to the Lord and we are thankful to have this incredible opportunity
to share the power of the Gospel in such a unique and effective way! To God be the Glory!
FBC Faithfulness | Sunday, December 28, 2014
ATTENDANCE
Bible Fellowship Enrollment 4896 | Bible Fellowship Attendance 1190
Weekly Attendance 1190 | Discipleship Attendance 0
OFFERING
Required Weekly $121,346.15 |
Required To Date $6,310,000.00
Building Fund Sunday $970.00 |
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering®
Received Sunday $211,901.46
| Received To Date $6,117,463.75
Building Fund to Date $73,958.30
| $202,537.34
Under Budget | $192,536.25
Ministry Announcements
Preschool Ministry
Mission Friends will begin again on Sunday, January 4 at 5:00 pm.
Join us for Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) on Tuesday, January 13 from 9:30
to 11:30 am. For more information, contact Erin Hutchinson or Lee Goodwyn at
[email protected].
Children’s Ministry
GAs and RAs will begin again on Sunday, January 4 at 5:00 pm. Don’t miss the
opportunity to be a part of these exciting groups.
Bible Drill begins on Sunday, January 11 for all 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students.
Join us at 6:00 pm in room A311 as we learn the books of the Bible, the location
of key scripture passages, and memorize scripture.
Senior Adult Ministry
Plan to join us for computer training in 2015. Sign up now for the Adult Introductory
Computer Class (January 5 through 8 from 1:00 to 4:00 pm) or the Adult Internet/
Electronic Mail Class (January 12 through 15 from 9:00 am to Noon) offered in the
Frank Tripp, Jr. Computer Lab (203 Huff Building). For more information and/or to
register, contact Mary Virginia Crum at 241.5180.
Missions Ministry
The 2015 Missions Menu is now available! You can pick up your copy in the
main sanctuary foyer or visit www.montgomeryfbc.org.
The Missions Expo is an opportunity to learn more and pray more for the
upcoming mission projects in 2015. Join us on Sundays, January 4 and January
11 in the main sanctuary foyer between morning worship services and prior to
the evening services to see where God is leading you in the upcoming year. For
more information, contact Viki Brant at 467.4449.
A special prayer event, Journey of Prayer, will take place on Sunday, January 4 at
5:00 pm. This event is your opportunity to start the year in an attitude of worship and
intercession. You may start your Journey of Prayer by picking up a prayer guide as
you enter the main sanctuary foyer and use that guide to pray through upcoming
missions projects and special prayer stations located in the Youth Center and the
Global Prayer Strategy Room (311). Children will begin their Journey of Prayer from
their RA/GA classes. For more information, contact Viki Brant at 467.4449.
The Jackie Swan Bible Study Group will meet on Thursday, January 15 in room
413 (Senior Adult Center). Sewing the day gowns for Baptist Hospital preemies
begins at 10:30 am with lunch at 12:00 pm (bring a sandwich lunch), and the
First Family Dinner | Wednesday, January 7
No reservations required!
Adult & Children’s Meal: Spaghetti, Salad, Bread, Dessert
Adult Family Meal – $5; Child’s Meal (12 & under) – $3
Maximum Family Amount – $20 (immediate family only)
Bible study begins at 12:30 pm. We
will be studying Priscilla Shirer’s
Gideon (Your Weakness, God’s
Strength). For more information,
contact Sara Jane Lyon at 277.7240
or Beppy Tiller at 263.9491.
New Members
The Amy Cooper Women on
Mission Group will meet in the
Hospitality Room of the Huff
Building on Monday, January 12,
at 11:30 am. Bring your sack lunch;
drinks and desserts will be provided.
Pam Newman will share about
her mission excursions to France,
working with Goodson McLemore
to reach Muslim immigrants with
the Gospel. Call Karen Quimby at
281.6955 for more information.
By Letter
First Baptist Foundation
It’s a new year, which means it’s
a new opportunity to start it off
right by getting your Estate Plans in
order. It’s time to make a plan today
because you are facing a deadline!
Estate planning may be the single
largest act of stewardship a Christian
will ever undertake. The First Baptist
Foundation has a ministry in place
to assist you with this process. Visit
www.montgomeryfbc.org/epo for a
helpful guide or contact Alissa Irvin
at [email protected].
Churchwide News & Events
By Baptism
Miss Rita Pearson-Daley
1138 Avondale Road | Montgomery, AL 36109
Ms. Mickie Rudder
2967 Old Farm Road | Montgomery, AL 36111
Mr. Billy Free
1160 Lakewood Drive | Montgomery, AL 36109
Mr. Al Wheeler
Mrs. Al Wheeler (Teresa)
22 Plantation Way | Deatsville, AL 36022
Our Church Family
If you would like to add someone to the prayer list,
contact Carolyn Bryan at 241.5120.
Sympathy Extended to
Mr. & Mrs. Bobby Bright (Lynn) in the death
of her mother, Virginia Clardy; Mr. &
Mrs. Neal Bright (Lauren) in the death of his
grandmother; Miss Katie Bright in the death
of her grandmother; Mr. & Mrs. John Massa
(Janice) in the death of her mother
Miss Tabitha Michaud in the death of her
grandmother
Mr. & Mrs. William Bozeman (Shirley) in the
death of her aunt
Ms. Sara Hines in the death of her brother-in
law, Philip Laurie
Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Sartwell (Joni) in the death
of his mother; Bernice; Caroline Sartwell in
the death of her grandmother
Family and Friends of Rubilaw Granade
Baptist South
Baptist East
Melissa Ashurst
Capital Hill Healthcare
Pat Stewart
HealthSouth
His Vessel Ministries is hosting two
Juanita Pittman
discipleship classes for women. The
Women’s Discipleship is a yearlong
Hillview Terrace
Kirby Smith
commitment walking beside another
mature Christian woman learning
Children’s Hospital
Camp Hughes
to love God with all your heart,
soul and strength. Topics include
Congratulations Extended to
identifying and understanding
Mr. & Mrs. David Finney (Sallie) in the birth of a
granddaughter
your purpose in life; identifying
Mr. & Mrs. William Bozeman (Shirley) in the
and developing your spiritual gift;
birth of a granddaughter
spiritual fasting, prayer, spiritual
authority, and spiritual strongholds.
The God of Order Discipleship is also a yearlong commitment focusing on
the Biblical role of the woman in the home. For more information, contact Jo
Hancock at 356.4478. Inquire by January 6 as groups begin in late January.
Winter 2015 FBC Discipleship Classes
For a complete list visit www.montgomeryfbc.org.
Family 101: Back to the Basics
Wednesdays, January 7 through April 22 | 5:45 pm | B402
Facilitated by Jody and Donna McClinton
Single Parenting That Works
Wednesdays, January 7 through April 22 | 6:00 pm | B405
Facilitated by Patrick Perdue and Taylor Thomas
ABC’S of Evangelism
Sundays, January 11 through March 15 | 4:30 pm | 413
Facilitated by Jay Wolf, Kenny Hoomes and Patty Roper
What a Son Needs from His Mom
Sundays, January 11 through February 1 | 4:30 pm | B415
Facilitated by Tanya McLemore
Return to Mayberry
Sundays, January 11 through April 26 | 5:00 pm | B405
Facilitated by Doug and Lori Rogers
The Glories and Mysteries of Heaven
Sundays, January 11 through April 12 | 5:00 pm | B402
Facilitated by Larry Dunagan
Ladies Bible Study: The Best Yes
Sundays, January 11 through February 15 | 5:00 pm | B412
Facilitated by Kathy Cooper
MasterLife: The Disciple’s Personality
Sundays, January 11 through March 1 | 5:00 pm | 443
Facilitated by Brian Gay
Ladies Bible Study: Daniel (Beth Moore Study)
Tuesdays, January 13 through April 28 | 9:30 pm | Jr. High Youth Center
Facilitated by Nancy Burt
January Bible Study: Deuteronomy (A Challenge to a New Generation)
Monday, January 19 through Wednesday, January 21 | 10:00 am | Stakely Sanctuary
Facilitated by Gil Barrow, Harrell Cushing, Kenny Hoomes, Dale Huff, Henry Lyon, Tom
Randall, Harper Shannon, and Jay Wolf
Love and Respect: Marriage2Marriage Seminar
Sundays, February 1 through March 8 | 5:00 pm | B409
Facilitated by Mike & Pam Newman
FBC Stewardship Goal: $6,425,000
Pledged to Date: $5,927,399 (92.26%)
Remember, it’s never too late to give!
This week at FBC Montgomery
For the complete calendar, visit www.montgomeryfbc.org.
Sunday, January 4
College Ministry: Passion Conference
8:30 Worship Service
9:45 Bible Fellowship Classes
11:00 Worship Service
4:00 Prayer for South Asia
5:00 Journey of Prayer
Visitation
GAs/RAs/Mission Friends
6:15 Worship Service
5:30 Sanctuary Orchestra Rehearsal
Tutoring
5:45 Graded Children’s Choirs
Family 101: Back to the Basics
6:00 First Family Prayer Time
Single Parenting That Works
6:30 Student Ministry: Powerhouse
6:35 Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal
6:40 Church Leadership Council
6:45 Ejamat Prayer Time
Monday, January 5
Thursday, January 8
9:00 Conversational English
10:00 Caregivers Support Group
JOY Singers Rehearsal
11:00 Barnabas Ministry
12:00 LCT Evaluation Lunch
1:00 Senior Adult Computer Class
6:00 English as a Second Language
7:30R.O.M.E.O.
1:00 Senior Adult Computer Class
5:30 Men’s Bible Study
Tuesday, January 6
9:00 English as a Second Language
11:30 Children’s Hope Prayer Time
1:00 Senior Adult Computer Class
2:00 Bell Oaks Bible Study
6:00 Narcotics Anonymous
Friday, January 9
Mission Project: South Asia
6:45 Friday Morning Men’s Group
5:30 Celebrate Recovery
Wednesday, January 7
9:00
1:00
2:15
4:45
5:20
English as a Second Language
Senior Adult Computer Class
Baldwin Bible Study
First Family Dinner
WMU Leadership Team
Saturday, January 10
Mission Project: South Asia
6:00 Narcotics Anonymous
In Home Ministry Member :: Virginia Brewer
7706 Wynlakes Blvd | Montgomery, Alabama 36117-5167
Morning Worship (8:30 & 11:00
Jared McCrory
pm)
Praying for Our Missionaries
Were You There on that First Christmas Night?
Ed Cleveland and Kenny Hoomes
Message |
Jay Wolf
CrossRoads Broadcast Schedule
Watch the sermon at the time below or
online at www.montgomeryfbc.org.
Frazer Channel 13 (Montgomery & Prattville)
Brighthouse Channel 122 (Elmore County)
Sunday, 1:30 pm (full hour) & 6:00 pm
Tuesday, 7:30 pm Thursday, 9:30 am & 6:00 pm
WSFA-TV Channel 12 | Sunday, 10:30 am
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