first family news june - First Baptist Church Clinton

FIRST FAMILY
NEWS
JUNE
2016
The summer is
finally
here.
School is out
and that means
that we come to the largest outreach in the life of
our church—Vacation Bible School. Beginning
Monday, June 6, at 8:45 a.m., our church campus
will be filled with hundreds of children who will
learn new songs and motions, make crafts to
take home, and play exciting games. All of this
(and more) is done while they learn of God’s
work across the world and in their own hearts.
This week is only possible through hundreds of
you who will take the time to volunteer. So for
those who are serving alongside of Cassie Stanteen, Peggy Lee, Jenna Oswalt, Julie Walker, and
Colby Brumfield in this great week - thank you
for your investment in our children and community. For those of you who cannot serve because
of work or family commitments - pray that God
will use VBS to reach people in our community
for Christ. Pray that the gift of salvation will be
received by another generation this week.
Blessings,
Pastor David
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2016
JUNE 6-10 / 8:45 A.M. - NOON
Ages: 4 years old (by September 1, 2016) – 6th grade
(See article on page 2)
CALLED CHURCH BUSINESS MEETING
SUNDAY, JUNE 5 / 6:00 P.M.
The Personnel and Finance Committees will bring a joint recommendation to pursue calling a full-time Minister to Children.
Recommendations will include search committee members and
revising the 2016 Ministry Budget to include funds for moving
expenses and salary/benefits for the remainder of the year.
JUNE EVENTS
1
Summer Wednesday Night Schedule begins
14-15
Southern Baptist Convention - St. Louis, MO
4
FBC Golf Tournament at The Refuge
16-18
Children’s CentriKid Camp
5
Lunch - All VBS Workers
19
Father’s Day – Men fill the choir loft
Called Church Business Meeting
Evening Worship & Church-wide Fellowship
6-10
Vacation Bible School
22
Children’s Wacky Wednesday
8
VBS Family Night
23
Prague Team departs – Family Camp
12
CentriKid Parent Meeting
24
Parents’ Night Out
13-18
Youth MFuge – Nashville
26
DiscoverPoint Class
14
Women’s Bible Study begins
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH A PLACE FOR YOU
VACATION BIBLE
SCHOOL 2016
JUNE 6-10
8:45 A.M. - NOON
AGES: 4 YEARS OLD (BY SEPTEMBER
1, 2016) – 6TH GRADE
Prepare to embark on an adventure like no other, scouring the
mysterious fathoms of the deep sea. Thrilling discoveries await just
beyond the portholes of your submarine--beautiful coral; stunning
marine life in vivid colors; and dark, unfamiliar sea creatures--sights
reserved for only the most adventurous explorers brave enough to
dive deep. Things look very different once you get below the
surface--and that's true for life above the surface, too. All you have to
do is dive in! Classes will be provided for children age 4 (by Sept. 1)
through 6th grade. Pre-register at www.fbcclinton.org.
VBS FAMILY NIGHT
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 8 / 5:00 P.M. / FELLOWSHIP HALL
Kids and families are invited to join us for supper at 5:00 p.m. and
program at 6:00 p.m. After the program, children are invited to take
their families to visit their VBS rooms.
MUSIC
GUESTS IN WORSHIP
Sunday, June 12 / 9:30 a.m. Worship
We will be hosting the Augusta Youth Chorale from Augusta, Georgia. You
will not want to miss this group of young students in worship.
CALLING ALL MEN!
Sunday, June 19 / 9:30 a.m. Worship
You are needed for an all men’s choir for Father’s Day. We want to pack out
the choir loft. Come join us at 9:00 a.m. in the Music Suite to rehearse an
easy hymn arrangement.
WMU
JUNE MISSION ACTION OPPORTUNITY
This month the FBC Women on Mission encourage your donations of
non-perishable food items to stock the Clinton Community Christian
Corporation food pantry. Place your donations in the Women on
Mission tub in the Fellowship Hall foyer.
SENIOR ADULTS
MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE GETAWAY • Friday, June 17 - Saturday, June 18
We will travel by first class motor coach to Memphis, Tennessee, for a
one night stay at the Double Tree Memphis Downtown. We will then
have supper, on your own, at the famous Rendezvous Restaurant. We
will attend a Memphis Redbird's semi pro baseball game with
reserved seating at Autozone Park. The next morning enjoy your
breakfast at the hotel and visit Beale Street for shopping at our own
leisure. We will see the fabulous production of the" Wizard of OZ"
with prime seating at the Orpheum Theatre. We head home after the
performance. Cost is $360.00 per person with double occupancy.
Sign up on the Senior Adult bulletin board by June 1 (Deadline).
MISSIONS
MISSIONS CONNECTION
What does ROPE HOLDERS mean? We call our volunteers who
commit to pray for our mission teams and church planting partners
“Rope Holders.” That phrase comes from 18th century English
missionary, William Carey, who told his supporting churches that “I
will go down (to India) into the pit if you will but hold the ropes.” As
we pray for those who represent us on mission, let us be as faithful to
pray for them as they are faithful to go. Would you like to be a Rope
Holder? Call the church office to be put on the Rope Holders mission
prayer requests distribution list.
As our mission teams to Prague, Montana, and New Orleans prepare
for their upcoming trips, please pray that the Holy Spirit would fill
each one with His power and presence. Pray for the teams’ planning
and that God would provide for all their needs so that they can go as
planned.
PRAGUE FAMILY CAMP MISSION TEAM - Six members depart on
June 23 and three of them return on July 3. They will evangelize and
encourage believers teaching English through Bible stories and
lessons.
UPCOMING MISSION OPPORTUNITY
Wednesday, July 6 – Saturday, July 9 / New Orleans
If you are a coach, this is the trip for you! Share your knowledge of
football, basketball, and your story of knowing Christ by leading a
Neighborhood Sports Camp! We also need “sideliners” to help with
food, registration, etc. Call Russell Kyzar (601.896.4295) or email
russell.kyzar@fbcclinton.org.
MEDIA CENTER NEWS
The following book has been given in memory of James Hammack (father
of Daphne McLaurin), by the Hasselman / Wilder Growth Group, The Angel
Answer Book by Robert J. Morgan
The Author of the Month is Catherine Marshall. Our library has several of
Marshall's books, including the biography she wrote about her first
husband, A Man Called Peter; selections from her personal journals, A
Closer Walk; and the much-loved fiction title, Christy. Come visit us
during the month of June to see her other books and videos in our
collection.
JUNE 2016 FIRST FAMILY NEWS
SUMMER WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
“UNHITCHING FROM THE CRAZY TRAIN”
Begins Tuesday, June 14 / 9:30 a.m. / Fellowship Hall
You’re hitched to the Crazy Train, and you want to get off. Make an
investment in your personal sanity and join us as we explore, with
counselor and teacher Julie Sparkman, how we can answer the
invitation of our Redeemer: “Come to Me, all of you who are weary
and burdened, and I will give you rest. All of you, take up My yoke
and learn from Me, because I am gentle and humble in heart, and
you will find rest for yourselves. For My yoke is easy and My burden
is light.” Matthew 11:28-30. Leader: Eva Crisler - Book Cost: $15.00
As we approach summertime, our kids are getting
more and more excited.
Why? Because they no
longer have to sit in a
classroom and learn for
several hours a day. Who can
blame them?
As you’d expect, this also
causes some of their
learning to go backwards.
Here’s a fun fact. According
to onlinecollege.org, "On
average, students lose about 2.6 months worth of grade level equivalency in mathematical computation skills during their summer break."
Join us for
DiscoverPoint
SUNDAY, JUNE 26 / 10:45 A.M. / FELLOWSHIP HALL
Have you been coming to FBC for a while but just not sure what your next
step should be? Join the Pastor for a one-hour Sunday morning class where
you will discover who we are, what we are about, and how you can become
connected at FBC. Registration is encouraged for participation. Register by
sending an email to susan.thompson@fbcclinton.org or www.fbcclinton.org.
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT
Friday, June 24 / 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Parents’ Night Out is a ministry provided to members and prospective families of First Baptist Church. Care is provided for babies –
grade 6. There is no charge – we only ask that you make reservations
by Wednesday, June 22, so that a sufficient number of leaders can be
enlisted for the evening. Please sign-up in the preschool/children
suites, information desk or call the church office.
So for all of you parents out there, you should be multiplying fractions
with your kids on the way to Grandma’s house in July!
CENTRIKID PARENT MEETING
I’m kidding, of course. But just like kid's Math skills go down in the
summer, so does church funding. And it’s not because anybody says, “I
just don’t feel like supporting the mission of the church this summer.” It’s
because people forget. They’re out of town. There’s a lot of other stuff
going on.
WACKY WEDNESDAY NIGHTS
As a church, we have a lot of exciting things we want to accomplish this
summer. But they also require money and resources. That’s why your
decision to continue giving is such a big deal.
So I want to invite you to give today. But I also want to invite you to
continue giving this summer. We will work diligently to be good stewards
of your donations.
Thank you for your faith in this area, and for supporting this church!
Sunday, June 12 / 5:00 p.m. / Youth Worship Space
Kids who have completed grades K-6th grade, are invited to join us
for some Wednesday night fun this summer. All events will begin at
6:00 p.m. Cost for each event is $10. Dates are as follows: June 22, July
6, July 20, and August 3. Locations are TBA.
FBC GOLF TOURNAMENT
THE REFUGE / SATURDAY, JUNE 4 / TEE TIMES BEGIN AT 8:30 A.M.
Cost is $40 and includes mulligans and prizes. Pay by cash or checks made
out to FBC Clinton. Sign-up on the Sports Ministry bulletin board or online
at www.fbcclinton.org/golf.
ZUMBA EXERCISE PROGRAM RETURNS
SUMMER YOUTH ACTIVITIES
This summer is filled with opportunities for 7-12 graders to hangout,
learn and serve. We kick off the summer with MFUGE camp at
Belmont University in Nashville June 13-18. We also have a group
participating in Super Summer leadership camp July 11-15. Most
weeks we will have an organized activity planned for students. The
best way to make sure you get information about those activities is to
sign-up for youth texts. Text the word YOUTH to 95577. It is going to
be a great summer of fun and growth.
BEGINS TUESDAY, JULY 12 / 7:00 P.M. / ACTIVITIES BUILDING
Total cost for ten sessions will be $30.00. Lauren Johnson, a certified class
instructor will lead the class. For more information, check the Sport
Ministry bulletin board or call 601.924.6705.
SUNDAY NIGHT WORSHIP & FELLOWSHIP
JUNE 19 / 6:00 P.M. / FELLOWSHIP HALL
Bring your favorite dessert . . . and some to share, and join us for an
evening of worship and fellowship.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Matt Murray, Macy Culpepper, Joey
Culpepper, Elise Thomas, Craig Crews,
Ashley Chrietzberg, Janet Newton, Beth Ann
McCormick, Bill, Leigh Anne, Nathan and
Emmy Heard.
THANK YOU
Thank you notes have been received in the
church office and posted on the church
bulletin board from Bonnie Brooks and Bill
and Margarita Stanford.
SUMMER WEDNESDAY
SCHEDULE BEGINS
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1
6:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Midweek Prayer Service
Adult Choir Rehearsal
Please note that we will NOT have Family Night
Supper during the summer months. Supper will
resume Wednesday, August 17, 2016.
MESSENGERS TO SOUTHERN
BAPTIST ANNUAL CONVENTION
JUNE 14- 15, 2016 / ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI
FBCC is eligible to send up to ten messengers to the convention. If you are interested in representing FBCC as a messenger to
the convention, please contact Kathy
McCollough in the church office
(601.926.9116 / kathy.mccollough@fbcclinton.org).
CONTACT US
WEEKLY EVENTS
SUNDAYS
8:00 a.m.
8:20 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10:45 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
Media Center Opens
Bible Study Growth Groups
Worship
Bible Study Growth Groups
Media Center Opens
Evening Worship
WEDNESDAYS
9:30-11:30 a.m. Media Center Open
4:45 - 5:55 p.m. Media Center Open
5:15 p.m. Preschool Care (birth-3 yrs)
5:45 p.m. Children’s Music & Missions
6:00 p.m. Midweek Prayer Service
ENGAGE - Youth Worship
7:00 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal
YEAR TO DATE REPORT
APRIL TOTALS
MINISTRY BUDGET REPORT
Received this Month
Received YTD
Required YTD
Expenses YTD
$187,709
$740.881
$704,965
$901,090
(Expenses YTD includes a Sanctuary Renovation project
expenditure of $261,226)
MONTHLY AVERAGE ATTENDANCE
Bible Study Growth Groups
716
Worship
770
JULY FIRST FAMILY NEWS
Submission deadline for next issue of First
Family News is Tuesday, June 14.
Main Office / 924-6705
Music Office / 924-6716
Weekday Preschool Office / 924-0444
Children’s Office / 924-6781
Youth Office / 924-6781
www.fbcclinton.org
100 East College Street
Clinton, MS 39056
CHURCH STAFF
Pastor / Dr. David Eldridge • 601.924.6705
Minister of Music / Tim Moak
601.926.9103
Minister of Education & Administration /
Jim Gifford • 601.926.9102
Minister of Senior Adults / Ramey
Hankins • 601.926.9107
Minister of Youth/ Kenny Stanteen
601.926.9104
Music Associate / Beverly Coleman
601.926.9112
Missions Ministry Director / Russell Kyzar
601.896.4295
College Ministry Director / Josh Brooks
601.9218.1348
Children’s Ministry Director / Cassie
Stanteen • 601.926.9106
Preschool Ministry Director / Jenna
Oswalt • 601.926.9108
Weekday Preschool Director/ Renee
Hautle • 601.926.9118
Mother’s Day Out Director/ Jenna Oswalt
601.926.9108
Finance Manager / Nancy White
601.926.9113
Maintenance Supervisor / Jerry Broome
601.926.9117
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