Hello >From Mississippi!!!

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As we begin the month of August, several folks from FBC are in Pass Christian, Mississippi helping rebuild a church devastated by Hurricane Katrina. The thing I am reminded of is that no matter what natural disaster may strike, the church still stands. A group of believers may have been misplaced because of a strike from nature, but nothing can hold God’s church down. It is exciting to me to know we have people who have the ability to do the physical work to help a struggling church, but also the people who have the desire to come and lead backyard Bible clubs in the area as well. That does not even mention those of you who give regularly to support these type of ventures to enhance the Kingdom.

A few weeks ago we wrapped up Vacation Bible School at FBC. What a great week it was as we shared the love of Jesus with many children in our community and sowed a large amount of seed in their hearts. I loved watching so many people working together to make an event like VBS come together. From people who decorated, to teaching the children, to running the bounce houses, to cooking food for the teachers and children, to greeting people in the halls . . . it was just amazing to watch the church work. It looked at times like an ant hill with everyone flying around to help any way they could. I look forward to the fruits of the labor done during the week!

The month of August brings with it a new school year. It is hard to believe another school year is upon us, but it is! On August 24th we again will be honoring our school district employees with a luncheon. During our services that day, we will recognize our teachers and administrators, as well as having a time of prayer for them during our worship time. This is a special day in the life of our church and I hope you will plan to be here to welcome our guests.

The school year also brings with it our 2nd Annual Back to School Fair. On August 16th we will again be joining the other churches in our community to assist families with school supplies, free haircuts, vaccines, DNA kits from the Grandview Police Department, and other goodies to help get families ready to go back to school. There will be hot dogs, nachos, drinks, music, bounce houses, and much more for families to come out and enjoy from 9 to noon that day at the Grandview City Park. Details will be coming soon on how you can serve at this event. Carter BloodCare will also be available for those who would like to give blood.

A lot is going on this time of year and many ways for you to become more involved in the ministries of FBC. So hop on board and get involved in worship, Sunday School, and other activities going on around you.