No. 2, May 31, 2007
In this issue:
> A Note from Jim
> Upcoming Events at FBC Paducah
> LiveWire News
> VBS 2007 Volunteers
> VBS 2007 Pre-Registration
> Family Mission Trip
> First Sports
> Senior Adult Ministry
> West Union Baptist Association
> SOS Items
> Christian Sympathy
> Special Gifts
> Our Newest Additions
> Wedding Announcements
> Welcome New Members
> Menu
> May Bus Driver
> Financial News
> Sunday School Attendance
> Weekly Schedule
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Dear Church Family -
What an incredible time these past few weeks have been. We've seen God at work in our people and in the affairs of the church family. My prayer is that the things God has begun among us will continue as we begin a new chapter in our family life.
This past weekend we had to say goodbye to Stuart and Amanda Hunt as they leave for Louisville. They have brought us through some challenging times ... they lead us well in corporate worship ... and we've seen what God can do with a man who is fully devoted to God. Remember them in your prayers as they finish their education at Southern Seminary and as they start a new ministry work in Louisville. You can contact Stuart and Amanda at: 13608 Terrace Creek Drive, Apt. 100, Louisville, KY 40245; (270)556-9809 Amanda's Cell; (270)556-6639 Stuart's Cell.
This weekend we will have an opportunity as a church family to meet the man God has brought to our Pastor Search Committee: Dr Todd Brady, and his wife Amy. There's the schedule of events ... please make every effort to participate.
Saturday, June 2, 9:30-11:30 am - Deacons Meeting with Dr. Brady in Carson Chapel
Saturday, June 2, 3:00-5:00 pm - Church Family meets Dr. & Mrs. Brady - Great Room
Sunday, June 3, 9:00 & 11:10 am Worship Services - Church-wide vote to call Dr. Brady as our Senior Pastor
We will also begin our Summer Sunday Night series of events this weekend. Here's the key events you don't want to miss:
Sunday, June 10 - Passover Meal Celebration - reservations required... must call by Wednesday, June 6, to participate. Cost is $4 per person/$15max per family. 5:00 to 8:00 pm in the Great Room.
Sunday, June 24 - Family Movie Night: Facing the Giants ... hamburgers and hot dogs (regular meal price $4 per person, $15 max per family)
Sunday, July 1 - Family Fun Day at Noble Park - 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Details to follow. No Sunday evening worship this night.
Sunday, July 15 - Counterfeit Christianity Conference. James Walker, President of Watchman Fellowship and former Mormon Elder will speak at both worship services, in a large-group adult combined Sunday Bible Study hour in the Great Room, and he will speak again Sunday evening at 6:00 pm in the Great Room.
All other Sunday evenings will feature our regular evening worship services in the chapel.
Next edition we'll begin hearing from Dr. Brady in this column.
On behalf of the entire church staff ... we want to thank you for your kind words of support and encouragement during this interim period. It has been a blessing for us all to serve you, our church family.
Our prayer is that we will all be blessed this summer as God begins a new work among us!
Together in Him,
Jim, Dean, Hutch, Nathan, Jeremy, Josh...and the FBC Team.
Summer Sunday Nights
5:00pm to 5:50pm - Food and Fellowship
6:00pm to 7:30pm - Youth Discipleship, Adult Discipleship
Christ our Passover Celebration - June 10 @ 5:00pm
Led by Dr. Larry & Laura Skinner
This very special event will introduce you to the elements of a traditional Jewish Passover celebration and how it clearly points to the coming of the Messiah, Jesus. Larry and Laura will discuss each of the elements of the supper, its meaning to Jewish family members, and how it relates to our understanding of Gods plan for humanity. A meal will be served as part of this event. This event is designed for school-age children through adults. Child care for younger will be available. Cost is $4 per person, with a maximum of $15 per family. Reservations are required...deadline is Wednesday, June 6, 2007. This event will take the place of the regular family meal.
Family Fun Day - Sunday, July 1 - Noble Park
We have reserved the big pavilion, swimming pool, and softball field at Noble Park for a church-wide picnic and fun day. Come prepared to spend a great day with the FBC Paducah church family! Watch the eConnect for further times and details.
Sunday, July 22 - Family Fun Night:Jungle Golf - 4:30 to 8:30pm
Join us for a fun family event! We will travel (via church bus & cars) to Maggie's Jungle Golf & play miniature golf, experience a wild safari & petting zoo, and enjoy a picnic + snow cones!! Best of all, it's completely FREE! For kids & parents of all ages. Registration / signup required - call Hutch at 442-2728.
Sunday School Breakfast Schedule
June 3 - Michelle Nelson and Kathy Harris
June 10 - NEED VOLUNTEERS!
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
Deadline to sign-up is June 10.
We need your help...what a wonderful way to impact young lives...please call Jeremy to volunteer and serve.
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 30 spots are available, sign-up now!
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.
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 Randy Jackson in the loss of his father; to Jackie Smith in the loss of her father; to Shirley Champion in the loss of her mother. Christian sympathy is extended to Suzanne Thomas in the loss of her husband and to Allen Thomas in the loss of his father, Dick Thomas, a member of our church who departed this life on May 27, 2007.
Memorial gifts have been received by the church for Joyce Kersey, Bill McClain's mother, Dick Rushing's aunt, Sam Carlick.
The church has received gifts in Honor of: Ed Tilford, Norris Wells, J.B. & JoBeth Price, Kent Price and family, and Dick Rushing.
A son born to Chris and Melanie McNeill, on May 18, 2007. His name is Whitson Henry McNeill.
Mr. & Mrs. Steven Mark James request the honor of your presence at the marriage of their daughter Lauren Ashleigh to Joshua Lynn Ballard son of Mr. & Mrs. Richard Lynn Ballard on Saturday, June 16, 2007, at 7:00 in the evening at First Baptist Church.
Profession of Faith:
Collette Truitt
58 Martin Circle
Paducah, KY 42001
By Letter:
Zach & Lauren Dunlap
5275 Parkside Drive
Paducah, KY 42001
Sunday Night Meals
June 3
Fried Catfish, White Beans, Cole Slaw, Cornbread Muffins, and Assorted Desserts
June 10
Special Christ our Passover Meal (reservations required)
Wednesday Night Meals
June 6
Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, Green Beans, Roll, and Assorted Desserts
June 13
Lasagna, Italian Vegetables, Tossed Salad, Garlic Bread, and Assorted Desserts
Children's Menu also available
Larry Griffith - 270-554-9486
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 20, 2007
Budget Received: $48,883.17
Designations: $3,849.26
May 27, 2007
Budget Received: $30,947.50
Designations: $6,128.75
TOTALS TO DATE
Total Budget Received: $1,147,444.13
Total Budget Required: $1,079,351.70
Total Designations Rec'd: $124,607.70
May 20 - 768
May 27 - 689
Sunday, June 3
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
6:00 p.m. Chapel Service
6:00 p.m. "The W" (Youth)
Monday, June 4
9:00 a.m. Fit for Life
10:00 a.m. Sampson Group II
6:00 p.m. WMU Fellowship
Tuesday, June 5
10:00 a.m. Ministries of Outreach
Wednesday, June 6
9:00 a.m. Fit for Life
10:00 a.m. Bea Walker Roundtable
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. Youth Activities
6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, June 7
VBS Workers Meeting (Time TBA)
Friday, June 8
9:00 a.m. Fit for Life
Saturday, June 9
Sunday, June 10
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
5:00 p.m. Passover Celebration Meal & Service (Reservations Required)
6:00 p.m. "The W" (Youth)
Monday, June 11
9:00 a.m. Fit for Life
1:00 p.m. Marie Jester Group
Tuesday, June 12
10:00 a.m. Ministries of Outreach
Wednesday, June 13
9:00 a.m. Fit for Life
5:00 p.m. Fellowship Meal
5:30 p.m. Orchestra Rehearsal
5:30 p.m. Praise Band Rehearsal
6:00 p.m. Prayer Meeting
6:00 p.m. Youth Activities
6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
Thursday, June 14
Friday, June 15
9:00 a.m. Fit for Life
Saturday, June 16
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