No. 1, May 3, 2007
In this issue:
> Welcome to eConnect
> A Note from Jim
> Upcoming Events at FBC Paducah
> Sunday Night Life - May Schedule
> LiveWire News
> VBS 2007 Volunteers
> VBS 2007 Pre-Registration
> Family Mission Trip
> First Sports
> Senior Adult Ministry
> Nathan Skinner
> Thank You Notes
> SOS Items
> Christian Sympathy
> Special Gifts
> Welcome New Members
> Menu
> May Bus Driver
> Financial News
> Sunday School Attendance
> Weekly Schedule
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On behalf of the staff at First Baptist Church of Paducah let me be the first to welcome you to our new electronic newsletter. We hope you find this new delivery method to be both informative and uplifting as we grow together as a community of believers.
This first issue of eConnect serves as a way for us to check our current database of subscribers for any errors and to give you an opportunity to see what's to come in the weeks ahead. We welcome your suggestions and/or critiques. You can send those along to my e-mail address - jkersey@fbcpaducah.org.
While I have your attention...we are in need of a few folks with some basic web understanding (html, php) to help us manage and maintain our website and internet presence. If you, or someone you know, may be interested please contact me at the e-mail address above or by calling the church at 270.442.2728 for more information. You don't have to be a web wizard to volunteer but prior web experience would be a plus.
Can't wait to see you on Sunday!
Josh Kersey - Media Director
jkersey@fbcpaducah.org
Dear Church Family -
Welcome to the new LifeLine! If you are reading this on your computer, then I hope you are finding it easy to use and navigate. If you’re reading this in a paper copy, you will notice that the format is much simpler... but all the same information is at your fingertips. If you have any questions about either version, I encourage you to let us know... by e-mail, a phone call... or just stop one of the staff in the hall. Our hope is to reduce our production and publication costs and still get you all the same information in the process. If you would like to subscribe to the electronic version, you may still do so at www.fbcpaducah.org... but please give us a call so we can remove you from the paper version mailing list. Thank you for your patience and tremendous support as we embark on this new path.
Unless you have missed the past few Sundays, you have undoubtedly noticed the wonderful air of excitement and anticipation among the First Baptist Family. It is clear that God is busy in the lives of many people.
Two weeks ago our own Blake Kersey brought us a message that is still being talked about by the church family. That same morning we saw 8 people make a public commitment to follow Jesus Christ in baptism and church membership. On May 27th we will have our first baptisms during our early worship hour... many of whom are children.
You will also recall the announcement by our Pastor Search Committee that they have narrowed their search down to one man they believe might well be God’s man for First Baptist Church. Their wonderful story of a common spirit among all the committee members simply serves to affirm and confirm God's hand in all they are doing. Please stay in prayer for the committee, the new pastor, and his family.
The Christian Life and Witness Course has also seen tremendous support. There are over 2000 people each week preparing themselves for a great move of God in September. If you missed ONE of the classes, there will be a make up Saturday, June 9, at Lone Oak First Baptist Church: Session 1 at 9:00 am, Session 2 at 10:15 am, and Session 3 at 11:30 am. Also, if you are interested in being a counselor at the Celebration, please turn in your application forms me to sign as soon as possible.
Finally, this coming Sunday at 6:00 pm, we will affirm God's clear call in Stuart Hunt's life as we ordain him to the Gospel Ministry. Stuart has grown up here in the First Baptist family and his passion and giftedness for ministry are evident to anyone who knows him. Please place this special event on your calendar as we celebrate God's work in Stuart... and as we affirm both he and his wife Amanda in their call to further ministry preparation at Southern Seminary. Following the Ordination Service, we will have a special farewell celebration for Stuart and Amanda in the Great Room. Stuart's last Sunday leading worship will be May 27th.
It's so good to be here at this time... thank you all for your tremendous support and encouragement to all our ministry and support staff. You are the greatest!
Together in Him,
Jim Ewing
Senior Recognition Sunday, May 20, in both services (9:00am and 11:10am)
College Graduates
If you are a college graduate this year, please turn in a picture with information to the church office by May 20.
Times
5:00pm to 5:50pm - Food and Fellowship
6:00pm to 7:30pm - Youth Discipleship, Adult Discipleship
Activities
May 20 - Senior Recognition Sunday - Regular Evening Activities
May 27 - Memorial Day - No Evening Activities
Summer Sunday Nights are coming in June - watch for details!
Sunday School Breakfast Schedule
May 6 - Lori Kursave, Sydney Crowell
May 13 - Dorinda Wade and Sharon Gholson
A GREAT opportunity to SERVE & SHARE!
We are connecting volunteers to ministry in the form of Vacation Bible School! Whether your ministry giftedness is relational, musical, artistic, recreational, or just being an encourager, we have an awesome opportunity for you! From teaching to coaching to helping to serving, VBS is a fantastic way to impact young lives.
Wont you please call today? We're waiting to hear from you! Call Kay Hutcheson @ 270.442.2203.
Pre-register now to ensure your spot
Now accepting registrations for Take the Plunge (Monday thru Friday, July 9-13, 9am to Noon). Registration forms are in Creation Station, and will be in our June Creation Station/UpStreet Newsletter as well. Forms can be returned to Creation Station or the church office. Look for more info in the June newsletter!
A great way to experience missions for your whole family!
This mission trip will take us to Booneville, KY, the second poorest county in the United States. Nestled in the Appalachians, we will stay in a modern, comfortable Missions Center. We will minister to local residents thru work projects on homes, food & clothing distribution, and children & family fun events each evening. For more info, call Hutch at 270.442.2728.
Children's Mega Sports Camp
June 25-29
9:00am to Noon
Ages 4 years to 5th Grade
Sign ups will begin soon! If you are interested in helping, please see Jeremy!
Men's and Women's Church League Softball
The leagues begin in May and run through July. There are two guy's teams and one women's team. If interested or if you need more information, see or call Jeremy at 270.442.6038 xt. 225!
Dippin' Dots Factory Tour & Lunch at the Olive Garden
Date: Thursday, June 14, 2007 (NEW DATE)
Time 11:00am to 3:00pm
Cost: $10.00 (includes lunch, tax, and tip)
Deadline to sign-up and pay is Thursday, June 7, 2007.
Only 28 spots are available, sign-up now!
West Union Baptist Assoc. 175th Anniversary Edition
This 175th Anniversary Edition will be a one time only printing of an 8 1/2 by 7, softbound with sewn pages numbering 200 or more in length. The contents of this "history" will include the history and photograph of your church since its beginning, plus the 175 years of history for the WUBA. Cost is dependent on the number of copies ordered for printing $12-$15 each. Please call Deanna in the church office if you would like to purchase a copy: 270.442.2728.
Nathan Skinner will play for his Senior recital on Friday, May 18, 2007, at 6:00 pm in the FBC Sanctuary.
Dear "Family" at FBC,
Without your support and prayers over the years there would not have been any Wind River Indian Baptist Church/Center! No ministry, no nothing!!! God bless you all many times over!
Yours in His service,
Kenny & Joy Palmer
Dear FBC Family,
I want to thank everyone for your prayers, visits, and concern during my recent surgery.
Thank you,
Fred Smith
If you have any of the follwing items, please call 442-3725: air conditioner, Fans, Refrigerator, Gas and Electric Stoves, all sizes of beds, bunk beds, all furniture, washer & dryer, dishes, curtains, and pans.
Christian sympathy is extended to Bill McLain in the loss of his mother and to Bob Kersey and Karen Ramey in the loss of their mother.
Memorial gifts have been received by the church for Joyce Kersey, Bill McClain's mother.
A memorial gift has been received by the church for the library from the Seekers SS Class for Imogene Brown.
Profession of Faith:
Eliza-Kate Carter
160 Stonegate Drive
Paducah, KY 42003
Lisa Reaney
230 Springwill Lane
Paducah, KY 42001
Jacob Jetton
500 Oakcrest Drive
Paducah, KY 42001
Samuel Powless
5935 Guyline Drive
Paducah, KY 42001
By Statement:
Bradley Birdsong
732 W. Jefferson
Paducah, KY 42001
Gene Reaney
230 Springwell Lane
Paducah, KY 42001
By Letter:
Brandon & Stacy Hall
2812 Kentucky Avenue
Paducah, KY 42001
Sarah Brown
5229 Parkside Drive
Paducah, KY 42001
Natalie Hagan
967 Aspen Way
Paducah, KY 42003
Sunday Night Meals
May 20
Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Green Beans, Biscuit, Assorted Desserts
May 27
Chicken Divan, Potato Casserole, Glazed Carrots, Roll, Assorted Desserts
Wednesday Night Meals
May 23
Enchilada, Spanish Rice, Mexican Beans, Mexican Corn Bread, Assorted Desserts
May 30
Pork Roast, Mashed Potatoes w/Gravy, Green Peas, Roll, Assorted Desserts
Children's Menu also available
Perry Vaughn - 270-554-2443
We are in need of a bus driver for the the month of October. If you would like to volunteer, please call Larry Heavrin @ 270-898-6056.
May 6, 2007
Budget Received: $41,171.88
Designations: $5,635.71
May 13, 2007
Budget Received: $193,616.93
Designations: $8,729.00
TOTALS TO DATE
Total Budget Received: $1,061,484.71
Total Budget Required: $976,556.30
Total Designations Rec'd: $114,629.69
May 6 - 771
May 13 - 747
Sunday, May 20
9:00 a.m. Worship-Great Room
9:30 a.m. Library Open
10:05 a.m. Bible Study
11:10 a.m. Worship Service-Worship Center
5:00 p.m. Fellowship Meal
5:00 p.m.High School Senior Dinner
5:30 p.m. DivorceCare - Rm.227
6:00 p.m. Youth Discipleship
Monday, May 21
9:00 a.m. Fit for Life
Tuesday, May 22
10:00 a.m. Ministries of Outreach
Wednesday, May 23
9:00 a.m. Fit for Life
5:00 p.m. Fellowship Meal—Fellowship Hall
5:30 p.m. Orchestra Rehearsal
5:30 p.m. Praise Band Rehearsal
6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting
6:00 p.m. The Livewired Experience (MS)
6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
6:30 p.m. Kids on Mission (KOM)
7:15 p.m. Livewired Experience (HS)
Thursday, May 24
Friday, May 25
9:00 a.m. Fit for Life
5:30 p.m. The Place of His Rest Conference
Saturday, May 26
10:00 a.m. The Place of His Rest Conference
Sunday, May 27
9:00 a.m. Worship—Great Room
9:30 a.m. Library Open
10:05 a.m. Bible Study
11:10 a.m. Worship Service
No Evening Services - MEMORIAL DAY
Monday, May 28
Office Closed in Observance of Memorial Day
Tuesday, May 29
10:00 a.m. Ministries of Outreach
Wednesday, May 30
9:00 a.m. Fit for Life
5:00 p.m. Fellowship Meal
5:30 p.m. Orchestra Rehearsal
5:30 p.m. Children’s Choir
5:30 p.m. Praise Band Rehearsal
6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting
6:00 p.m. The Livewired Experience (MS)
6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
6:30 p.m. Kids on Mission (KOM)
7:15 p.m. Livewired Experience (HS)
Thursday, May 31
Friday, June 1
9:00 a.m. Fit for Life
Saturday, June 2
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