Interpreter - First Baptist Church

April 27, 2016
the
Interpreter
“PRACTICE RESURRECTION
“Finding Our Way”
Luke 15:11-32
Dr. David Hull
8:30 AM - REACH
Contemporary Worship
9:40-10:40 AM
Bible Study All Ages
11 AM Traditional Worship
CHILDREN’S CHOIRS
PROGRAM
6:30 PM
Sanctuary
May 4, MENU
Wednesday Supper 5 PM
Cost:$7 for adults; $3.50 for
children 12 and under. Carry outs
are $7.50 each. Call 733-2236 for
reservations.
Garden Salad
Fresh Yeast Rolls with Butter
Braised Beef Bottom Round
Idaho Mashed Potatoes
Broccoli with Cheese Sauce
Chocolate Cake with Raspberry Sauce
Children’s Menu
Corn Dogs & Fries
PB & J’s
Fruit Salad
First Thoughts
I began my ministry with you during a very special time of year. Holy Week and
Easter marked my first week in your midst. After that we moved toward our first
Congregational Conversation which was held last Sunday night. All of this meant that
my Interpreter articles have had a specific focus for my first month. Now, let’s step
back just a bit and get properly introduced. Some of my biographical information has
already been shared in print and I told some of my story at the March Sunday lunch,
but I realize that many of you may not know much about my background. So that I am
not a stranger preaching to you, let me briefly fill you in on who I am.
I grew up in Louisville, Kentucky because my Dad was a professor at the Southern Baptist
Seminary there. Church and ministry were a part of my life, but I never assumed that I
would be a minister. I went to Vanderbilt University with plans to be a lawyer and later
switched to a Business Major. It was my senior year of college when I was preparing
for a career in the business world that God called me to the ministry. I returned to my
hometown of Louisville to attend Southern Seminary, and it was there that I met and
married my wife Jane. We have ministered together in churches in Kentucky, North
Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee and Alabama. The last twenty-eight years of
ministry were spent with the First Baptist Churches in Laurens, SC, Knoxville, TN and
Huntsville, AL.
I retired from pastoral ministry in August, 2014 when Jane was called to be pastor of
a church in Watkinsville, GA where we now live (greater Athens). This new chapter of
ministry allows me time to serve as your Interim Pastor. I also teach leadership and
pastoral preaching as an Adjunct Faculty member at McAfee School of Theology
(Mercer University) in Atlanta and am the Southeast Coordinator for the Center for
Healthy Churches, a coaching and consulting ministry that helps churches throughout
the country. I have a son (Andrew, married to Sarah) who lives in Birmingham, AL
and a daughter (Emily, married to Josh) who lives in Winston-Salem, NC. The special
joy for me right now comes from my 3 year old grandson, Liam, and my 1 year old
granddaughter, Annabelle, who both live in North Carolina. I enjoy sports, music of
many kinds, movies, the beach, and time with family.
Why do you need to know what I have just written? Because the church is a community
of faith. To be a community, we need to have some things in common. Part of this
common bond we share is based on the relationships we enjoy with each other. We are
bound together by the love of Christ. But Jesus also taught us, “By this everyone will
know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.” (John 13:35, NRSV)
Our witness to the world is determined by how we love “one another.” I look forward to
being more than a preacher on Sunday morning. I want to experience community with
you. And for that to happen, we need to know each other’s stories. I have just told you
something of mine. I would love to hear yours.
David Hull
May 1, 2016
a publication of
First Baptist Church of Augusta
3500 Walton Way
Augusta, GA 30909
706-733-2236
www.fbcaugusta.org
Church Wide News & Opportunities
Choosing God’s Way - Know, Grow, and
Show! Join us as the FBC Children’s
Choirs present their end of the year
program, Sunday, May 1, 6:30 PM
in the Sanctuary.
Be still and know that I am God.
Psalm 46:10
SENIOR RECOGNITION DAY IS SUNDAY, MAY 15!
If you have a high school or college graduate and
would like their name listed in the May 11 issue of
The Interpreter, call Luci Worthington (733-2236, ext.
258) or e-mail
lworthington@fbcaugusta.org by MONDAY, MAY 9.
Pastor Search Committee
Many thanks from the Pastor Search Committee for the large
group who participated in the Sunday night Conversation. The
attendance was encouraging and gratifying. David Hull directed
our focus, but it also produced a great evening of fellowship
around the tables. We have received much positive feedback
regarding this format. A large amount of information was
delivered to us and we will be organizing this data over the next
few weeks to have a summary ready for May 15. Whether you
could attend the last meeting or not, you will be welcome for the
second gathering. We will follow the same format, but address
different topics related to the search for our new pastor. Hope to
see you May 15. - Wade Blount, Chair
Please help us update our records in order for
you to receive the latest information and news!
Many of you have changed email addresses,
home and cell phone numbers, etc. Call the
Church Office (733-2236) to make any changes!
Thank you.
Mission Opportunities
Honduras Dental Mission Trip 2016
We are seeking interest in a dental mission trip to serve with Ernie
and Allison Sizemore in Honduras in September, 2016. We are
seeking dental professionals - dentists, oral surgeons, hygienists,
assistants, etc and also additional members in supporting roles,
which will include a variety of tasks and responsibilities. The trip will
occur between September 16 -26 for approximately 7 days and dates
will be finalized based upon availability of our dental professionals.
FBC provides budgeting to offset personal fees. If you are interested
or have questions, contact Jim Walls at jwalls@fbcaugusta.org.
Vision 2020 Initiatives
A 20/20 Vision for First Baptist! Jesus told his disciples, “Peace I leave you;
my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your
hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27
Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7
Suggested Prayer Points:
* Confess to God that you sometimes live your days in fear.
* Name your most worrisome fears and ask Him to take charge of your
future.
* Express to Jesus your complete confidence in His care.
* Ask the Lord to lead First Baptist into a bright future of glorifying and serving
Christ!
* Praise God for His absolute faithfulness!
Contemplate: “To know true victory and genuine peace is total surrender to
Christ!”
Student Ministry
First Baptist Church of Augusta is seeking an Administrative
Assistant to the Pastors/Office Manager. This position serves as
both the Office Manager for FBC Augusta administrative support
and the assistant to the Senior Pastor and Associate Pastor. The
ability to maintain the confidentiality (when appropriate) is
critical. This position also supervises administrative assistants,
managing assignments for a pool of administrative resources to
provide support for all ministers. This position requires excellent
organizational, written and verbal communications skills, and a
working knowledge of Microsoft Office. A two-year degree or
comparable experience is required. And supervisory experience
with administrative staff is preferred. Go to the church website
at www.fbcaugusta.org to complete an application form and for
instructions on submission of a resume.
Senior Recognition Sunday, May 15! Seniors will be recognized in
the worship services and at a special breakfast in the Fellowship
Hall. Families of seniors, please make sure that you have made
breakfast reservations with Elizabeth!
echao@fbcaugusta.org.
Mark your calendar! Color Wars - Wednesday, May 11
SAVE THE DATE!
Youth Camp - June 12-17
Ocoee, Tennessee
Activities Ministry
League Softball Sign Up! Sign up now for men’s
or women’s league teams. Must be 16 years old
or older. For sign-up information, contact George
Berry at gberry@fbcaugusta.org or 836-9783.
Golf Outing! Join us for the Roscoe McGahee Golf Trip,
Saturday,April 30 - Sunday, May 1 at Kingwood Resort in Clayton,
GA. Contact George Berry for details and to sign up!
gberry@fbcaugusta.org or call 836-9783.
Mark your calendar for May 2 and the Lawn Care Class taught
by Sid Mullis! Learn all about lawn
care management, types of sod/grass,
and more! Join us at 6:30 p.m. in the
Fellowship Hall for dinner.You must make
a reservation by calling the Church Office
(733-2236) or email sjones@fbcaugusta.
org. Cost is $8. This class is presented by the Hospitality &
Activities Committee.
Young Adult Ministry
Preschool/Children’s Ministry
Vacation Bible School - June 6-10!
Sign up now to be involved with
VBS 2016! Volunteers are needed
for Missions, Music, Bible Story,
Snacks, Recreation, Crafts,
Preschool 3s and4s, Nursery,
and Grade Level Shepherds!
Contact the Preschool Office at
731-5366 or sign up on the sheet in the Preschool Building.
IT’S TIME TO REGISTER FOR VBS! All children who turned 3 by
September 1, 2015 and are planning to attend VBS must register.
You may register online at the FBC website. fbcaugusta.org
Volunteers are needed to bring refreshments! Communities,
classes or individuals can help. Please contact Jane Strong at
860-0587 or cjanerun@knology.net.
Seekers MysteryTrip May 13-14! 3-5 Graders, are you learning your
verses and books of the Bible! You don’t want to miss this exciting
trip! Contact Kelly to schedule an appointment.
Summer Bible Story Hour, Fridays, 10:3011:30 AM May 27, June 17, July 8 and 29!
Themed days for preschool and early
elementary with stories, crafts, snack and
time to play with friends. RSVP: 731-5366
Passport Kids Camp, all 3-5 graders, Converse College, in
Spartanburg, SC July 10-13! Cost is $250; $60 holds your spot. Boy
spaces still available! Contact the Preschool/Children’s Ministry
Office. Chaperones needed! Scholarships available!
Memorials & Honorarium
CHAPEL MEMORIALS
Mrs. Mary Mahony
Frann & Jim Bennett
Mr. & Mrs. Alex H. Bailie
Mrs. Jane Barrett
Laverne & Gary Dorn
Mr. & Mrs. George Dean Johnson, Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Hugh C. Long II
Jack & Kay Lawrence
Marianna & Roger Habisreutinger
Margaret & Caroline Durst
Sally A. Palmer
Mr. & Mrs. Charlie Lovett
Nancy & Ralph Kitchens
Mr. & Mrs. Patrick Smith
Tripp Mischel
Mr. & Mrs. David Hudson
Mr. Al Osteen
Mr. & Mrs. David Bell
Mrs. Rena Mobley
Respess & Joan Carr
Mrs. Virginia Blackburn
Becky & Butch Quick
Mr. Yick Dong
Amie E. Woo
Mrs. Elizabeth Cudd
Mr. & Mrs. Charlie Lovett
Miss Gertrude Shoffner
Meg & Mike Duckworth
Senior Adult Ministry
Senior Adult Luncheon Tuesday, May 10, 11 AM in the Fellowship
Hall! Guest speaker Gerrie Saxon will give a presentation on the Sons
of Jubal Mission Trip last year to Israel. Cost is $7 and reservations
must be made by Friday, May 6. Call the Church Office at 733-2236.
Single Adult Ministry
Singles & Friends Lunch May 1, 12:15 PM in the Fellowship Hall!
Please RSVP to nitaaguirre44@yahoo.com or 706-399-0507 by
noon, Aprl 29.
Miss Pat Mangum
Dr. Joseph W. Griffin, Jr.
TELEVISION MINISTRY
MEMORIAL
Mrs. Sara Peacock
Martha & Claude Johnson
Staff Birthdays
Shirley Lescantz - May 11
Staff Anniversaries
Jim Walls - 3 years
First Baptist Church of Augusta
The Interpreter (USPS 191-880) is published weekly except
Masters’ week, July 4th week, Thanksgiving week, & Christmas week
by First Baptist Church, 3500 Walton Way, Augusta, Georgia 30909
Weekly Church Calendar
May 1-7, 2016
Pastoral Ministry
Jim Walls, Interim Senior Pastor
David Hull, Interim Pastor
R. J. Robinson, Pastor Emeritus
Chip Reeves, Interim Minister of Pastoral Care
Sunday, May 1
8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship, Fellowship Hall
9:40 a.m. Bible Study, all Buildings
11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship, Sanctuary
Vietnamese Worship, MAC/Arts & Crafts
12:00 p.m. Single Adult Lunch, Fellowship Hall
South Dakota Meeting, Fellowship Hall
2:00 p.m. Chinese Sunday School
4:00 p.m. Student Handbells, 2nd Floor/Daniel Bld
Mission Development, Fellowship Hall
5:00 p.m. Student Ensemble, Choir Room
6:30 p.m. Children’s Choirs Program, Sanctuary
7:00 p.m. Young Adult Fellowship, off Campus
Music Ministry
Kurt Wachtel, Minister of Music
Michael Toomey, Interim Contemporary Worship Leader
Claudia Moller, Children’s Choirs Coordinator
Faith Development Ministry
Patti Fowler, Minister of Weekday Education
Kelly Garnto, Interim Children’s Director
Jennifer Huston, Preschool Ministry Assistant
Lori McPherson, Nursery Coordinator
Josh Pinson, Interim Youth Director
Paul Moller, Director of Senior Adult Ministry
Monday, May 2
9:00 a.m. Moms’ Prayer Group, D-201
Preschool/Kindergarte/MDO
9:30 a.m. Helping Hands, Arts & Crafts/MAC
5:00 p.m. BSF, Daniel & Walton Bldgs/Sanctuary
5:30 p.m. Adult Handbells, Sr. Adult 2
6:30 p.m. Mullis Lawn Class, Fellowship Hall
Operations Ministry
Tim Spivey, Interim Operations Director
Interpreter Contact
Luci Worthington lworthington@fbcaugusta.org
Attendance/Giving Report
April 24, 2016
Sunday Worship Attendance...............709
Sunday School Attendance..................668
Weekly Requirements ..................$59,922
Budget-Building Receipts..............$32,063
Budget-Building to Date.............$784,708
Budget-Bldg. Requirements......$1,018,674
EXTENDED
SESSION
VOLUNTEERS
May 1
8:30 AM: Courtney & Kurt Worthington, Emily
Sheffield, Anita Black
Hostess: Emily Sheffield
11 AM: Tara & Ed O’Neal, Carolyn & Jim Ridley,
Catherine & Paul Bloodworth
SUNDAY: 2 Cor 12; 1 Chronicles 1-2; Heb 3
MONDAY: 2 Cor 13; 1 Chronicles 3-4; Zeph 1
TUESDAY: John 1:1-18; 1 Chronicles 5-6; Zep 2
WEDNESDAY: John 1:19-34; 1 Chro 7-8; Zep 3
THURSDAY: John 1:35-51; 1 Chr 9; Haggai 1-2
FRIDAY: John 2; 1 Chronicles 10-11; Zec 1
SATURDAY: John 3:1-21; 1 Chroniles 12; Zec 2
Prayer Pager Ministry
Brody Johnson (706-727-7808)
Lynn Mann (706-727-7802)
Bob Jones (706-727-7799)
Kent Highfield (706-727-7806)
Clifford & Andrea Carey (706-727-7804)
Minister On Call
706-832-2944
Joan Short April 23, 2016
POSTMASTER: send address changes to
P.O. Box 14489 - Augusta, GA 30919
(706) 733-2236
Periodicals Postage Paid at Augusta, GA
Patti Fowler April 30 and May 1
Tuesday, May 3
6:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study, MAC/Grill
9:00 a.m. Preschool/Kindergarten/MDO
Benevolence, MAC
9:30 a.m. Facebook Refresher, Computer Lab
7:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study, Prayer Room
Wednesday, May 4
7:00 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast, MAC Grill
MAC Meeting, Conference Room
9:00 a.m. Preschool/Kindergarten/MDO
9:30 a.m. English As Second Language, Adult Bldg.
Ladies’ Bible Study, Sr. Adult 2
12:00 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room
5:00 p.m. Family Supper, Fellowship Hall
5:15 p.m. Children’s Handbells, Sr. Adult 2
5:45 p.m. The Race for Students, Walton Bldg.
6:00 p.m. Christian Studies, Storey Chapel
Orchestra Rehearsal, Daniel Bldg.
Landon Bible Study, A-200
7:00 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room
7:30 p.m. Praise Band Rehearsal, MAC Gym
Thursday, May 5
9:00 a.m. Preschool/Kindergarten/MDO
10:00 a.m. First Family Singers, Choir Room
6:00 p.m. Pastor Search Committee, Conf. Room
Friday, May 6
7:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study, MAC/Game Room
9:00 a.m. Preschool/Kindergarten/MDO
Saturday, April 30
11:30 a.m. Bridge Ministry, 15th St. Bridge