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- Billy Bowie -
THANK YOU
Betty and I would like to
express our thanks to each and
every one of you.
The
reception Saturday was more
than we could have dreamed.
We thank you (those who had
a part in making sure every
detail was perfect) for the love
and care that it took to pull off
such a monumental task. We
were over-whelmed by the
number of friends who came
by. We were so humbled by
the many words of
encouragement and love. We
love you and will miss you.
Thank you for such a loving
gesture you showed in the love
offering and for the many
cards and personal comments.
The time we spent serving at
FBC seemed to go by ever so
quickly.
This was done
because you made it such a
joy.
I want to express my
appreciation to some of those
who have made my service so
smooth: The Ministerial Staff,
Jean, Tonya, Terry, Bessie,
Richard, Janell, Sue Ann,
Leah, Children’s Choir
Leaders, Mary Ann Ballew,
The Adult Choir, Adult
Handbells, Praise Ringers,
and Deacons. I know I only
had space for just a few. You
all are so very special to us.
Thank you,
Billy and Betty Bowie
You are cordially
invited to
A Tea/Shower
honoring
Maggie Watson
Bride-elect of Austin Reed
Sunday, February 8, 2015
2:00 - 3:30 p.m.
First Baptist Church
Fellowship Hall
Hostesses
Cindy Baker
Julie Jones
Beverly Ballard
Christy Long
Kay Burton
Carolyn Moody
Emily Perkins
Gwen Clark
Daphne Donald
Rhonda Shotts
Amy Hillyer
Tonya Stevenson
Karla Jackson
Pam Womack
Jean Jones
Shalon Woods
Sylvia Wright
This Past Week
First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 547, 205 South Church Avenue, Louisville, Mississippi 39339
Music Notes
Sunday School – January 25, 2015
Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153
Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Financial Record
Weekly Budget Goal . . . .
Tithes & Offerings . . .
Designated Budget . . . . . .
Designated Restricted . . . .
Acts 1:8 Offering . . . . . .
Love Offering . . . . . . . . . .
Total Receipts . . . . . . . . .
$21,105.12
$9,967.00
$343.79
$3,011.31
$60.00
$1,750.00
$15,132.10
Our Love and Prayers Go Out to...
♥ Family and friends of Elizabeth
(Liz) White.
Thank You
A note has been placed on the “Thank
You” board by:
♥ Sue Ann Ryals
Maggie is the daughter of Lisa
Watson and the late Elton Watson.
Opportunities
Wednesday Night Supper
February 4, 2015
Taco Salad
(with multiple toppings)
Assorted Pies
Don’t forget to make your
reservations by Noon on
Tuesday. Cost is $5 per
person.
Pray for our search committee
as they seek God’s will for
our next Minister of Music.
ETC Ministry
Sundays, February 1
Mallory S. Eaves and Edna Overstreet
Media Crew for February
Radio broadcast on WLSM at 11:00
a.m. and 6:00 p.m. are now tape delayed
of both previous Sunday services. Tape
delayed TV broadcast of the previous
Sunday morning and evening worship is
broadcast at 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. on
cable channel 18.
Director: Re-C Carter
Broadcast Sound: Terry Carter
House Sound: Jeffrey Woodward
Media: Anthony Sloan
Cameras: Johnny Johnson &
Greg Holdiness
Offering Committee for February
Robert Clark, Chairman
Bill Fryery
David K. Boydstun
Odie Keen
Lester Cummins
William E. Donald
Deacon on Call
January 30 - February 1
Johnny Johnson
773-2279
Transportation for February
Charles Kitchens
773-3890
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Published weekly (except Christmas
week) by First Baptist Church, 205 South
Church Avenue, Louisville, MS 39339.
Periodical postage paid at Louisville, MS
39339. Publication No. 195320
CHURCH STAFF
Rob Paul, Pastor
803-4589
Billy Bowie, Minister of Music 803-4043
Terry Carter, Bldg. Supt.
803-3508
Newlie Long, Minister of Ed. 803-9421
Scott Lowrey, Minster of Youth
601-416-5041
Missy Hudspeth, Children’s Minister
803-3562
Church Office
773-6246
The WITNESS
Making Jesus known from the red hills of
Mississippi to the ends of the Earth.
Vol. 46
January 28, 2015
No. 51
Little Hearts Luncheon
Jesus said, “Let the little children come
to me, and do not hinder them, for the
kingdom of heaven belongs to such
as these.” Matthew 19:14
Friday, February 13th
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cost: $10.00 per person
FBC Fellowship Hall
All proceeds will benefit the
Good News Clubs of Winston County.
Menu includes Appetizers, Soups,
Sandwiches, Casseroles, Salads,
Breads & Desserts
Sponsored by community churches
in the Winston County area.
Costume jewelry will also be available to purchase
at the benefit. If you would like to donate
jewelry to sell, please put each piece/set in a
plastic bag and leave it in the church office.
Minister of Education, Youth, & Children’s Ministry
February, 2015
- Newlie Long -
Missions
Many have inquired about
our possible trips to
Cambodia and Haiti. What
will we do? How much will
it cost? How do I sign up?
We will have a meeting this
S u n d a y, F e b r u a r y 1 ,
immediately after evening
worship, to review the trips
and answer as many of your
questions as possible.
Is God calling you to fill one
of these opportunities?
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Conversational English
Play with Children
Child Evangelism
Discipling Young
Believers
Light Construction
Medical
Enrichment for a Mission
Family
Children’s Ministry…
Children’s Night Out!
Friday, February 13th
4:00 - 10:00 p.m.
The Berenstain Bears LIVE
at the Riley Center
in Meridian
Cost: $10 per child includes
tickets to the play, a meal
and snacks.
Sign your child/children up
ASAP. Tickets are limited.
For more information, contact
Missy Hudspeth, 803-3562.
Also on February 13th, the
youth will provide childcare
at the church for a donation
towards youth camp. This is
a great opportunity for
parents to also have a night
out. You must pre-register
for childcare by February 8th.
Sunday
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Monday
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4:30 p.m. Adult Choir
6:00 p.m. Evening Worship
9:45 a.m. Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Morning Worship
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9
6:30 p.m. Deacons Meeting
2:00 p.m. Tea/Shower
honoring
Maggie Watson
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4
Thursday
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Friday
6
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11
12
Family Supper
Preschool &
Children’s Choirs
Ladies Bible Study
Prayer Meeting &
Bible Study
Youth Worship
6:20 p.m. GAs & RAs
Mission Friends
6:20 p.m. Business Session
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11:00 a.m.
Little Hearts Luncheon
4:00 p.m.
Parent’s & Children’s
Nights Out
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10:00 a.m. Precept Bible Study 5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m. Precept Bible Study
5:30 p.m.
at Naomi Fryery’s Home
6:00 p.m.
Family Supper
Preschool &
Children’s Choirs
Ladies Bible Study
Prayer Meeting &
Bible Study
Youth Worship
6:20 p.m. GAs & RAs
Mission Friends
9:45 a.m. Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Morning Worship
4:30 p.m. Adult Choir
6:00 p.m. Evening Worship
Saturday
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8:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
Upward Basketball
Games
10:00 a.m. Precept Bible Study 5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
6:00 p.m. BYWOM
6:30 p.m. Precept Bible Study 5:30 p.m.
at Naomi Fryery’s Home
6:00 p.m.
4:30 p.m. Adult Choir
6:00 p.m. Evening Worship
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Wednesday
10:00 a.m. Precept Bible Study 5:00 p.m. Family Supper
5:30 p.m. Preschool &
10:30 a.m. JOY Meeting
Children’s Choirs
6:30 p.m. Precept Bible Study 5:30 p.m. Ladies Bible Study
6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting &
at Naomi Fryery’s home
Bible Study
Youth Worship
6:20 p.m. GAs & RAs
Mission Friends
9:45 a.m. Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Morning Worship
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Tuesday
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8:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
Upward Basketball
Games
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8:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
Upward Basketball
Games
Children’s Summer Camp
God can use you in so many
ways. You do not have to
travel to be used, but some
get to! Whether in Cambodia
or in Winston County,
discover how God is calling
you to serve the lost with the
Gospel!
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Registration has begun for
children’s summer camp at
Lake Forest Ranch. The
dates are May 28th - June
1st. A non-refundable deposit
of $100 is required.
Youth and Family Mission Trip
Spring Break: March 6 - 10 to Statesboro, GA with our
Acts 1:8 partner - Southbridge Community Church
9:45 a.m. Sunday School
11:00 a.m. Morning Worship
2:00 p.m. Tea/Shower
honoring
Brooke Baker
4:30 p.m. Adult Choir
6:00 p.m. Evening Worship
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10:00 a.m. Precept Bible Study 5:00 p.m. Family Supper
5:30 p.m. Preschool &
6:30 p.m. Precept Bible Study
Children’s Choirs
at Naomi Fryery’s Home
5:30 p.m. Ladies Bible Study
6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting &
Bible Study
Youth Worship
6:20 p.m. GAs & RAs
Mission Friends
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8:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10:30 a.m.
Upward Basketball
Games