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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.
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Sunday, July 27, 2008
Word of the Week for July 27th
It is hard to believe, but it is time to start talking about Christmas!!! Have you heard of Christmas in July? Well that is what we are kicking off today. Our Missions Committee has placed collection boxes in the hallways to begin collecting items for Operation Christmas Child. This is a mission we participate in each year where we send shoe boxes filled with toys and a Bible inside each box for children around the world to enjoy.
Now is a good time to get started, because places like Wal-Mart, Target and Staples have their crayons and markers (and other items for children) on sale at great back to school prices. In the weeks to come we will have more information concerning the Operation Christian Child program in the bulletin and around the church building.
Last year we sent 317 boxes around the world. The Missions Committee has set a goal of 350 boxes this year. That sounds like a lot but what a difference it could make from a Kingdom perspective.
Also, please remember the 33 of us who are in Mississippi this week ministering to the community of Pass Christian. If you want to see what is happening go to www.grandviewfbc.com and Kenneth Pipes will be posting pictures.
Have a great week!
Now is a good time to get started, because places like Wal-Mart, Target and Staples have their crayons and markers (and other items for children) on sale at great back to school prices. In the weeks to come we will have more information concerning the Operation Christian Child program in the bulletin and around the church building.
Last year we sent 317 boxes around the world. The Missions Committee has set a goal of 350 boxes this year. That sounds like a lot but what a difference it could make from a Kingdom perspective.
Also, please remember the 33 of us who are in Mississippi this week ministering to the community of Pass Christian. If you want to see what is happening go to www.grandviewfbc.com and Kenneth Pipes will be posting pictures.
Have a great week!
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Word of the Week for July 20th
What a wonderful week of Vacation Bible School we just had! Last Sunday we said, "Aloha!" to VBS and on Thursday evening we said, "Goodbye!" There is always an excitement leading up to Bible School and by Thursday evening we all feel like we have been run over by a Mack Truck!!!
Even though Bible School is over, I know there is still much to be done. There are families we need to follow up with and decisions that will continue to be made as a result of the seeds which were planted. So continue to pray for the children involved this past week!
Thank you, Shelly, and all of your helpers for making this a great week of Bible teaching and fun for the children of our community. You all did a wonderful job!
Have a great week!
Even though Bible School is over, I know there is still much to be done. There are families we need to follow up with and decisions that will continue to be made as a result of the seeds which were planted. So continue to pray for the children involved this past week!
Thank you, Shelly, and all of your helpers for making this a great week of Bible teaching and fun for the children of our community. You all did a wonderful job!
Have a great week!
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Word of the Week for July 13th
We have just begun one of the most exhausting, exciting and fun weeks of the church year . . . Vacation Bible School. Welcome to the Outrigger Island. I am sure that as you entered the sanctuary you noticed things have changed in a big way. Perhaps you wanted to grab your suntan lotion and lay out on the beach.
Actually I hope it will motivate you to think about any children you know and bring them each night to Bible School to enjoy the beach scene, but more importantly, give them the opportunity to see the most beautiful scene of all, and that is the picture of Jesus Christ giving His life for them. So make a point to think about any child you know and invite them this week to come learn truths from God’s Word as we embark on an island adventure.
If you don’t have anything to do this week during the evening, come by the church. I am sure there is a place for you to join in on the fun.
Surf’s Up!
Actually I hope it will motivate you to think about any children you know and bring them each night to Bible School to enjoy the beach scene, but more importantly, give them the opportunity to see the most beautiful scene of all, and that is the picture of Jesus Christ giving His life for them. So make a point to think about any child you know and invite them this week to come learn truths from God’s Word as we embark on an island adventure.
If you don’t have anything to do this week during the evening, come by the church. I am sure there is a place for you to join in on the fun.
Surf’s Up!
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Word of the Week for July 6th
How about a little challenge to start the month of July? There are all types of challenges…there are easy challenges and there are difficult challenges. This is really a pretty easy one.
I want to challenge you to pick out two individuals or families in our church family to check on each week. Give them a call or a quick visit and see how they are doing. Let them know it was good to see them at church or tell them you missed seeing them if they were not here. Connection is a big part of the life of the church.
I don’t know about you, but I like it when people are concerned about me. I like to know when I am not in attendance somewhere I am missed. A simple phone call or card in the mail is all it will take. Will you give 5 minutes to show you care?
Will you join me in taking the two person challenge this summer? Let’s do it and see the difference it can make.
I want to challenge you to pick out two individuals or families in our church family to check on each week. Give them a call or a quick visit and see how they are doing. Let them know it was good to see them at church or tell them you missed seeing them if they were not here. Connection is a big part of the life of the church.
I don’t know about you, but I like it when people are concerned about me. I like to know when I am not in attendance somewhere I am missed. A simple phone call or card in the mail is all it will take. Will you give 5 minutes to show you care?
Will you join me in taking the two person challenge this summer? Let’s do it and see the difference it can make.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
There it went!
Did you miss it? It just went by….that is the way I feel about life right now! Do you ever get the feeling you simply are jumping from the frying pan into the fire? I know that is a sign of getting older, but I don’t like it. It seems like just yesterday we were ringing in a new year and now we are half way through it! It won’t be long and we will be hanging the stockings by the chimney with care again. I just want to slow down for a little bit.
We are off to a great summer! Children’s Day Out Fun Session is in full swing and has a great attendance. Several of our leadership students have been to Super Summer at East Texas Baptist in Marshall. Many of you have even taken your summer vacation! But there is more to come! Don’t miss it!
In a couple of weeks our teenagers will load up and head to camp at the Riverbend Retreat Center in Glen Rose. On July 13th we will begin Vacation Bible School at our church. Then July 26th we will be loading up to head to Pass Christian, Mississippi to help rebuild a church destroyed by Hurricane Katrina for our church mission project this year. You are invited to participate in all of these are events.
I have heard several people recently say they are looking for ways to become more involved in the church and/or they want to get to know more people. There is no better way to get involved than to help out with Vacation Bible School (see Shelly Allen) or to spend a week serving on the mission trip. If you want to participate in either of these, call the church office and we will get you more details! Don’t wait….time is flying!
One of the things that has been on my heart lately is our church family spending more time in God’s Word on a daily basis. I had an idea along those lines and we need to start planning now. I want to challenge every church member to read through the Bible in 2009. I would like for us all to be on the same reading plan, so if you are interested in doing this we will begin a sign up sheet in the office. In November we will purchase the Bibles we will be using and distribute them to you when they come in. The Bibles will cost $20 a piece and one per family will work. I hope you will be thinking and praying about being a part of this plan in the coming year. I know it seems like a long way off, but remember time is flying, so call the church and get signed up today!
Get your wings flapping and let’s keep moving forward for our Lord this summer!
We are off to a great summer! Children’s Day Out Fun Session is in full swing and has a great attendance. Several of our leadership students have been to Super Summer at East Texas Baptist in Marshall. Many of you have even taken your summer vacation! But there is more to come! Don’t miss it!
In a couple of weeks our teenagers will load up and head to camp at the Riverbend Retreat Center in Glen Rose. On July 13th we will begin Vacation Bible School at our church. Then July 26th we will be loading up to head to Pass Christian, Mississippi to help rebuild a church destroyed by Hurricane Katrina for our church mission project this year. You are invited to participate in all of these are events.
I have heard several people recently say they are looking for ways to become more involved in the church and/or they want to get to know more people. There is no better way to get involved than to help out with Vacation Bible School (see Shelly Allen) or to spend a week serving on the mission trip. If you want to participate in either of these, call the church office and we will get you more details! Don’t wait….time is flying!
One of the things that has been on my heart lately is our church family spending more time in God’s Word on a daily basis. I had an idea along those lines and we need to start planning now. I want to challenge every church member to read through the Bible in 2009. I would like for us all to be on the same reading plan, so if you are interested in doing this we will begin a sign up sheet in the office. In November we will purchase the Bibles we will be using and distribute them to you when they come in. The Bibles will cost $20 a piece and one per family will work. I hope you will be thinking and praying about being a part of this plan in the coming year. I know it seems like a long way off, but remember time is flying, so call the church and get signed up today!
Get your wings flapping and let’s keep moving forward for our Lord this summer!
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