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August 29, 2018

8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship

Mission Activities Center

Wednesday Supper 5 p.m.Cost:$7 for adults;

$3.50 for children 12 and under. Carry outs are $7.50 each.

Call 733-2236 for reservations.

SUNDAY WORSHIPSEPTEMBER 2, 2018

9:40-10:40 a.m. Bible Study for All Ages

“The Call to Faithfulness”Numbers 20:1-13

Jim Walls

11:00 a.m.Traditional Worship/Sanctuary

First Thoughts

September 5, 2018 Toasted Pecan Cole Slaw

Biscuits with Butter & JellyCornbread

Southern Fried Pork ChopsSteamed Rice & Gravy

Blackeyed PeasFresh Collards with Ham Hocks

Black Cherry Cobbler/ Ice CreamChildren’s Menu

Corn Dogs & FriesPB & J Sandwiches

The Deacon Nomination forms have been mailed. Forms may also be picked up in the FBC Welcome Center. Church members, prayerfully fill out your forms and return them to the Church Office by the conclusion of worship services on September 16.

FBC Deacon Nominations

Dear Church,

I don’t know about you, but I can’t wait for this weekend. Yes, we have an extended holiday with Labor Day on Monday. However, I am more excited about Saturday. Why? It is the kickoff of the college football season. At ten o’ clock on Saturday morning, I will turn the television to ESPN and watch Kirk Herbstreet, Lee Corso, and the rest of the crew break down all the games that will take place later in the day. Undoubtedly, there will be a few hours on Saturday afternoon where I will sit in front of the television cheering on my favorite teams. Of course, I will be pulling for the boys playing “between the Hedges,” although they won’t be the only team I root for on Saturday. Whether it is Clemson, South Carolina, or, really, any team in the SEC, I can’t wait for the beginning of my favorite sports season of the year.

I don’t want to press this analogy too far, but sometimes I wonder what my faith would be if I brought the same passion to Jesus as I did to college football? I LOVE to talk about college football games. Do I have the same passion when I talk to people about Jesus, who I confess to be Lord over all Creation? I know the names of backup quarterbacks for multiple teams. Do I give the same amount of energy to knowing the story of Elijah from the Book that we believe can lead us to life? My heart pounds out of my chest when it’s fourth and one and a team decides to go for it rather than punt. Do I feel the same excitement when I come to worship on Sunday morning? I could go on but I think you get my point.

What do you love? What gets your blood pumping? Having passion is part of what makes life wonderful. My question for you this week is simple - What is your overwhelming positive passion?

Grace and Peace, Will

Computers @ FirstA community ministry of First Baptist Church of Augusta

No cost! Register with Tommy Payne @ 706-312-0909 or email tpayne@fbcaugusta.org. All classes held in Walton 101 C & D (Adult Computer Lab). SEPTEMBER classes are: Intro to Windows 10 - Tuesday,, September 11, 2-4 p.m.Backup Made Easy - Tuesday, September 18, 2-4 p.m.

Church Wide News & Opportunities

Tuesday Morning Men’s Bible StudyThe Gospel of Luke: Jesus’ Personal TouchBegins September 11, 6:00 a.m., MACContact: Steve McPherson @ swmcphrsn@aol.com

Wednesday Morning Women’s Bible StudyNumbers: Learning Contentment in a Culture of More9:30 a.m., Daniel Building, 2nd FloorContact: Rebecca Elkin @ rpelkin@knology.net

Wednesday Bible StudyBook of Matthew - Begins September 5, Noon-1 p.m., A-105BContact: Lillian Keyes @ lilliankeys916@gmail.com

Wednesday Evening Women’s Bible StudyNo Other Gods by Kelly Minter begins Sept. 5 p.m., A-200Contact: Laurel Landon @ notesfromtherace@outlook.com

Wednesday Evening Men’s Bible StudySessions with Mark: Following Jesus at Full Speed6:15 p.m., A-205 Contact: Adam Lee @ Adamclee26@aol.com or 803-603-6600

Wednesday Evening Bible Study Begins September 5, 6PM in the Storey Chapel. The Love of God Revealed in the Person of Christ. Contact Gary Leazer @ garyleazer44@gmail.com.

Thursday Evening Online Bible StudyIF: Equip - Enjoying Jesus Begins October 4, 7:00 p.m.Contact: Carla Parker @ carlaparkerfbc@gmail.com

Friday Morning Men’s Bible StudyLord, Change my Attitude - Begins August 31, 7:00 a.m. MACContact: Bill Thompson @ bthompson@qnbtrust.com or 478-494-7113

Starting September 5th, we will have additional opportunities for adults starting at 6PM. Our goal is to continue to expand the opportunities for adults to help meet various needs in a life of discipleship. So here are the opportunities that will be coming, and we will have more details over the next couple of weeks:Adult Bible Study (Chapel) led by Gary Leazer. Prayer time led by the Prayer Ministry Team.Women’s Bible Study (Adult Building) led by Laurel LandonMen’s Bible Study (Adult Building) led by Adam LeeFinancial Peace University Course (Adult Building)*During this time, Pastor Will Dyer will be hosting a small group session related to doctoral work (Adult Building)If you have an interest in leading a study during this time on Wednesday evenings, please contact Jim Walls for more information about the possibilities.

2018 CHURCH OFFICER NOMINATIONSThe Church Officer Nominating Committee is accepting nominations to fill the following 2019 position:Trustee – A seven year term expires 12/31/2025. There is a need on the Board of Trustees for a person with general business experience.Please contact a Church Officer Nominating Committee Member or email nominate@fbcaugusta.org with your nomination or questions. The committee members include Larry Fletcher, David Giles, Joe Hardy, Lee Menefee , EG Meybohm, Steve McPherson, Mark Osteen, Tommy Price, Gail Timmerman, and Bobby Turner. Following receipt of your nominees by close of business Tuesday, September 11, the Nominating Committee will review the candidate list and recommend a Trustee nominee to the Church in Conference October 21, 2018.

First Sunday Prayer Room 203 of the Daniel Building, 5-6:00 p.m., Sunday, September 2.

PRAYER MINISTRY

**Do you have a prayer request? You can visit any of our prayer rooms and fill out a prayer request form and leave it for church members to pray over.You can call also our church office at

733-2236, email sjones@fbcaugusta.org, or visit our website at fbcaugusta.org.

October 14 Church wide fellowship

Join us for a fun family event from 5-7 p.m. in the parking lot at FBC AUGUSTA. We will have games, food, and music to enjoy. Invite neighbors that might like to join you on Wednesday nights and/or Sunday mornings. Let’s share God’s love with all of our friends.

PRESCHOOL AND CHILDREN

Singles & Friends Lunch, will not meet in September.

All women, high school age and above, are invited. Cost is $12 per person. Visit the church web site to sign up. www.fbcaugusta.orgLimited space is available for free childcare.

WOMEN’S MINISTRY

SENIOR ADULT MINISTRY

Augusta Canal Sunset Cruise September 15 - Cruise to head gates at Savannah Rapids, then back to Enterprise Mill as the sun goes down with Dinner on the boat. Cruise is from 6-9 pm. Trip includes: Transportation, Canal Ride and Dinner. Cost: $35

STUDENT MINISTRY

Fall Advance Registration! You can register for Fall Advance through Eventbrite at the following link https://www.event-brite.com/e/youth-fall-advance-2018-tickets-48569926959 You can also visit the FBC Augusta Website for forms and ad-ditional information. The discount spots for Fall Advance are filling up quickly! The sign up deadline is Sunday September 23. Sign up now!

Passion Worship Nights @ Millbrook Baptist Church in Aiken, SC. Thursday, October 18th - Featuring Passion, Louie Giglio & Travis Greene! Meet at the church and take the church bus. Cost: $25 includes ticket and transportation.

Save the Date Already? Yes, indeed. Youth Camp is scheduled for June 9 – 14.

Kids Fall Retreat 2018September 21-23 at FCCLA in Covington, GA for Grades 3-5

Do bonfires, cabins, Bible study, s’mores, fun outdoor activities and great food sound like fun? Join us for the Kids Fall Retreat! This year’s theme is Rescued By Jesus. We will leave the church at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, September 21 and return at noon on September 23. Cost is $120 per student and includes everything for the entire weekend. Registration and money due September 5.

Christmas in Colonial Williamsburg December 10 - December 13th

The Christmas season comes to life with Colonial Williamsburg’s world renowned holiday decorations and 18th-century seasonal programming. Beating drums, trilling fifes, firework displays, theatrical programs, and interpretive characters take visitors back in time to celebrate the holidays as Virginians did during colonial times. Your stay includes 3 nights at the Williamsburg Lodge in Colonial Williamsburg, transportation by charter bus, tickets to Colonial Williamsburg for stay of trip, tickets to Christmas Town at Busch Gardens, Dinner at King’s Arms Tavern in the heart of Colonial Williamsburg and dinner at Busch Gardens Christmas Town. Cost (per person): $585 Double Occupancy, $500 Triple Occupancy, $450 Quad Occupancy, $830 Single Occupancy. $100 deposit due at sign up.

SINGLE ADULT MINISTRY

Comedian Jeanne Robertson at the Lucas Theatre in Savannah, GA – Saturday, October 6th. We will spend the afternoon on Historic River Street. Dinner will be on your own with the show to follow. Cost is $80 – includes ticket and transportation. Call Elizabeth 706-731-5355 to make your reservation.

There will be no Youth Worship on Sunday, September 2due to the Labor Day holiday. We will resume the following Sunday September 9th with our new series “True Colors.”

Women’s Worship Dinner Thursday, September 27

FBC Augusta - MAC - Buffet opens at 6:00 p.m.

Anna’s Group, September 11, 5:30 p.m. 2933 Foxhall Circle

Salad Supper! Bring one of these salads: meat, congealed, tossed/vegetable salad or a dessert. This group is for surviving wives and wives of disabled spouses. Come, and enjoy the food, fellowship, and fun. Call Delores at 706-860-6818.

Christmas Greenery Sale Is Back For 2018The FBCKids Ministry will be collecting orders for Christmas Greenery to decorate your homes during the Advent Season. The greenery will be coming from Georgia State Floral Company.

We will be selling Deluxe Centerpiece Bowls, 24” Mixed Evergreen Wreaths, 16” Mixed Evergreen Candle Rings, 25’ Mixed Evergreen Garland, 24” Boxwood Wreath, 12” Boxwood Candle Ring, 25’ Boxwood Garland, and 25’ Thin Boxwood Garland. All orders will need to be made and

paid for by Oct. 10. Your Greenery will be available for pick up on Sunday, November 18 before services, just in time for your Thanksgiving celebrations. We will have ordering stations on select Wednesdays during dinner from 5:00-6:00 pm. Our 3rd through 5th graders will be collecting orders from August 29 through October 10. Please order your Christmas Greenery and support our children who will be able to use the profit of this sale toward their costs for PassportKids Camp this year.

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WORSHIPCARE

VOLUNTEERSSEPTEMBER 2, 2018

Pastoral Ministry Will Dyer, Senior PastorJim Walls, Associate Pastor R. J. Robinson, Pastor Emeritus

Music MinistryKurt Wachtel, Minister of Music Dan Gaudinier Minister of Contemporary Worship Gerald Espinal, Jr., Technical DirectorRebecca Hughes, Interim Children’s Choirs Coordinator

Faith Development MinistryDavid Hughes, Minister to Students Melissa Willis, Minister to Preschool & ChildrenJennifer Huston, Interim Director of Weekday EducationLori McPherson, Nursery Coordinator Paul Moller, Director of Senior Adult Ministry Operations Ministry Kelly Rose, Church Administrator

Interpreter ContactLuci Worthington lworthington@fbcaugusta.org

Minister On Call706-832-2944

8:30 AM: Beth & Jeff Morrison, Kelly Gaudinier, Cindy LeiseyHostess: 11 AM: Ann Hardy, Heather Collins, Nora Menefee, Teri Booth

Giving ReportAugust 26, 2018

Weekly Requirements ........................$58,455Budget-Building Receipts...................$58,695Budget-Building to Date............... $1,649,350 Budget-Bldg Requirements........... $1,987,470

Weekly Church CalendarSeptember 2 - 8, 2018

Sunday, September 2 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship, MAC 9:40 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship, Sanctuary Vietnamese Worship, MAC

Monday, September 3 - Office Closed/Labor Day

Tuesday, September 4 9:00 a.m. Kindergarten/Mother’s Day Out

Wednesday, September 5 6:45 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast, MAC Grill 9:00 a.m. Kindergarten/Mother’s Day Out 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study, 2nd Floor/Daniel12:00 p.m. Women’s International Bible Study, A-105 B 5:00 p.m. Wednesday Supper, Fellowship Hall Bridge Manna Bags, MAC Grill Committee on Committees, FH, Room 3 6:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study, Storey Chapel Praise Band Rehearsal, Gym Children’s Choirs Orchestra Rehearsal, Sanctuary Bible Study/Hearing Impaired, A-102C Men’s Bible Study, A-205 Women’s Bible Study, A-200 6:30 p.m. Youth Bible Study, The Loft 6:45 p.m. Children’s Missions Activities 7:00 p.m. Sanctuary Choir, Choir Room

Thursday, September 69:00 a.m. Kindergarten/Mother’s Day Out10:00 a.m. First Family Singers, Choir Room

Friday, September 7 7:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study, MAC Grill 9:00 a.m. Kindergarten/Mother’s Day Out

Saturday, September 8 8:00 a.m. BSF Leadership, D-20311:30 a.m. Bridge Ministry, 15th Street Bridge

Dan Gaudinier September 1 & 2

SUNDAY: Gal 5:16-26; Ezekiel 1; Ps 148MONDAY: Gal 6; Ezekiel 2-3; Psalm 149TUESDAY: Ephesians 1; Ezekiel 4-5; Ps 150WEDNESDAY: Eph 2; Eze 6-7; Isaiah 40THURSDAY: Eph 3; Ezekiel 8-9; Isaiah 41FRIDAY: Eph 4:1-16; Eze 10-11; Isaiah 42SATURDAY: Eph 4:17-32; Ez 12-13; Is 43

Prayer Text Ministry

Frank Barbee August 23, 2018

The Church Office will beclosed Monday, September 3 in observance of Labor Day.