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FBC Newsletter 1 August 2015

FBC Mission

Statement Our mission

is to glorify God by helping people know, love, obey,

and exalt Jesus Christ

FBC Vision

Statement Our vision

is to present Christ to Decatur, Madison

and the world in a contemporary and

creative way through equipped and

mobilized believers who make disciples.

August 2015

A Monthly Source of News and Information for Members & Friends of First Bible Church Decatur — Madison

NewsletterFBCAdult Bible Fellowships Resume

August 16th!Studying God’s Word Together

Caring for One Another ~ Reaching out to OthersDecatur Campus

8:00 amEarly Risers (Room 209): Come join us at 8:00 a.m. each Sunday. There is no children’s programming or childcare available during this time. Contact Charlie Adams (256-783-9237 or [email protected]).

9:15 amSojourners (Room 222): Some are parents of middle school students. This group would be great for anyone not yet connected to an ABF. Contact Vance Helms (256-353-2711 or [email protected]).

Cornerstone (Room 202): Singles and couples in their 30’s and 40’s, many have school-aged children, striving to apply God’s Word to everyday life. Contact Stratton and Lida Orr ([email protected] or [email protected]).

Carpenters (Room 215): A community from all ages and walks of life who seek to build a strong faith through an expository study of the Bible one book at a time. Contact Glenn Whiteside (256-509-8429, [email protected]).

Torchbearers (Room 221): Equipping ourselves and our children to be torchbearers for Christ.Contact Don Barthel (256-340-0785, [email protected]) or Gary Metzgar (256-565-9707, [email protected]).

Pathfinders (Room 209): Many of the parents in this flock have children in high school and college and want to be on the right path as they help each other through these years. Contact Jess Montegudo (256-353-2711 or [email protected]).

Kindred Spirits (Room 201): A mix of parents with children at home, empty nesters, and grandparents. We spend time each Sunday morning praying for one another, our church, our missionaries, and being encouraged from God’s Word. Contact Tom and Robin Varwig (256-773-6315 or [email protected]).

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Neighbors (Room 219): Come join us as we seek to reach out to our own neighborhood with the love of Christ. Contact Ray Cain (256-350-3504 or [email protected])

Worship (Choir Practice Room)) Many, but not all, of these members are involved in various areas of the worship ministry. Contact Bruce Ellsworth (256-353-2711 or [email protected]).

College ABF (Room 205) This group consists of college students here in Decatur and those home for the weekend. Contact Contact Patrick or Alyson Clemons ([email protected] or 256-309-9434; [email protected] or 256-426-9418).

10:45 amTrailblazers (Room 221): Young singles and couples engaging in community to fix our eyes on Christ and live the Christian life with purpose and perseverance. Contact Brian and Leslie Cook ([email protected], 256-654-5337 or [email protected], 256-221-4692).

Foundations (Room 202): Couples with no children and parents of toddlers or preschoolers devel-oping a biblical foundation for living the Christian life. Contact Ashley McIntyre (256-227-5266, [email protected]) or Cronan Connell (205-936-6648 or [email protected]).

Seekers (Room 215): This group seeks knowledge of God’s Word, a closer relationship with the Lord, wisdom in dealing with life’s problems, and genuine fellowship with like-minded Christians. Contact Darrel and Sandra Phillips ([email protected], 256-260-3770 or [email protected], 256-773-0405).

Adventurers (Room 209): This community of mostly “empty nesters” is always looking out for new members to join them on the great adventure that comes after the children are launched. Contact Don or Deborah Haynie ([email protected], 256-612-1477 or [email protected], 256-476-6186).

Ladies Class (Room 201) A new class for single sisters of all ages to connect and learn God’s word together. Contact Hope Cheshier 256-303-3973 [email protected]

Madison Campus 9:15 am

Tentmakers: Singles, couples, and parents of toddlers or preschoolers seeking to build community in the Huntsville/Madison area and grow in our faith through the study of God’s Word. Contact Justin Knighten (256-476-8904, [email protected]) or Ty Batchelor (256-303-6748, [email protected]).

Catalyst: If you are interested in gaining a better understanding of the Bible and learning how God’s Word can be applied in 2015, join us in the Catalyst Adult Bible Fellowship. Open to adults of all ages. Contact Joey Harris (256-227-3048 or [email protected]).


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Fall 2015 ClassesClasses marked with * are core classes, required for the Certificate of Bible and Theology.

The Book of Nehemiah Dates & Time: Details Coming Soon Location: Madison Campus Office Cost: $30 Instructor: Joey Harris

Old Testament Survey, Part 1 * An overview of the Old Testament from Genesis through Esther, as well as a general description of individual books. Dates & Time: Details Coming Soon Location: Decatur Campus Cost: $30 Instructor: Vance Helms Old Testament Survey, Part 2 * (Prerequisite: Old Testament Survey, Part 1)An overview of the Old Testament from Job through Malachi, as well as a general description of individual books. Dates: Sundays, September 13 – November 15 (10 weeks) Time: 5:15 – 6:30 p.m. Location: Decatur Campus Cost: $30 Instructor: Alexander Roberts

Systematic Theology, Part 2 * (Prerequisite: Systematic Theology, Part 1)The second in a two-part overview of the major areas of doctrine: The Bible, God, Man, Christ, Holy Spirit, Redemption, Church, and the Future. Dates: Sundays, September 13 – November 15 (10 weeks) Time: 5:15 – 6:30 p.m. Location: Decatur Campus Cost: $30 Instructor: Vance Helms

Bible Study Methods, Part 2 * (Prerequisite: Bible Study Methods, Part 1)An evangelical foundation and a simple method of how to understand and apply the Bible that utilizes the four steps of observation, interpretation, application, and correlation. Dates: Sundays, September 13 – October 18 (6 weeks) Time: 3:45 – 5:00 p.m. Location: Decatur Campus Cost: $30 Instructor: Paul Cheshier

The FBC Institute exists to equip believers for life and ministry by offering courses in

Bible, theology, ministry, and the Christian life.

For more information or to register for classes, email [email protected].

“The First Bible Institute has provided an outlet for my desire to dig deeper in the Bible and Bible history. I have enjoyed being able to learn from church leaders on how to apply this knowledge to my personal growth and my

witnessing in the community.”

mailto:[email protected]


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Welcome New Members

Wayne and Deborah Huff Madison Campus

Rachel BrannonDecatur Campus

Scott & Cherie HumphriesDecatur Campus

Save This Date: Wednesday, October 7 Calling all ladies! You are invited to the

“Beauty and Strength” Luncheon featuring author Angela Thomas to benefit Refuge of Grace. The

event will be Wednesday, October 7, from 11:30am to 1pm at First Bible Church (Decatur Campus). Angela’s books include Choosing Joy and 52 Things Kids Need from a Mom along with numerous Bible studies includ-ing Brave, Stronger, and Living Your Life as a Beautiful Offering. Refuge of Grace is a local ministry that leads weekly Bible studies in the Morgan County Jail and follows with an 18 to 36-month program providing a home as these women seek a new path to freedom in Christ.

Tickets are available for purchase in the church office or online at www.therefugeofgrace.org or by calling 256-686-1691.

Angela Thomas


Looking Ahead with Steve

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Collin Hansen has written a provocative book that is generating some discussions about how to do church in a time of seismic cultural shift (Blind Spots: Becoming a Courageous, Compas-sionate, and Commissioned Church). There are three main responses to these changing times. The Courageous Church responds to the cultural shift by emphasizing sound doctrine, resisting liberalism, renouncing heresy, and refusing to commit theological treason. This church stands firm while other churches compromise the central tenets of the Christian faith. The courageous church is known for its strong doctrinal teaching, expository preaching, and its commitment to produc-ing theologically literate Christians who can articulate and defend their faith in Christ. The coura-geous understand that they are in a minority and are prepared to defend unpopular positions that the world will despise. They stand firm, won’t back down, and live counter-cultural lives.

The Compassionate Church responds to the cultural shift by bringing relief to people who are suffering the consequences of sin, either their sin or the sin of others. A fallen world produces all kinds of agony from hurricanes, tsunamis, war, poverty, crime, greed, illegal immigration, discrim-ination, breakdown of marriage, the destruction of the family, and unfair economic systems. The compassionate clothe the naked, feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, and protect the poor, and protest those who oppress on behalf of the oppressed. They notice in the gospels how Jesus sought out and cared for “the little people,” the marginalized, the powerless minorities.

The Commissioned Church responds to the cultural shift by adjusting its methods to accommo-

date realities in order to be relevant to the current generation. The commissioned fear being bor-ing, irrelevant, and unfriendly. Commissioned churches are early adopters of the latest technology and newest innovative techniques in order to reach people who would never enter a traditional church building. The commissioned are especially worried about the younger generation and its turning away from traditional church, so it adapts its worship services to have a younger appeal. Traditional liturgy, songs, and worship service elements are revised or discarded and replaced with contemporary communication methods, usually involving electronic media. The commissioned are often market-driven and know they have to compete with football, golf, and sleep to get people to church.

Each of these churches have their strengths and each of them have their blind spots. Which one do you think is First Bible Church? Where do you think are our blind spots? Let’s talk.


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In just a few days the playgrounds at Francis Nungester will be buzzing with activity as our friends start back to school. With the beginning of the new year our church has many opportunities to serve our neighbors at Nungester. Please consider being a lunch buddy or a reading buddy. You will receive many blessings from these

programs and the students and teachers really appreciate the extra attention. Our church will also be involved in a new program at the school called

First Priority. This is a Christian club designed to teach the bible in public schools!! The possibilities of reaching unchurched children with the gospel are so exciting. This program will also equip the children to be able to share the gospel with their families and friends.

If you are interested in getting involved, contact Sherry Fite at 256-355-1861 or [email protected].

Suzanne Holms, Bob Suran, Cindy ViallNot Pictured: Kevin Byrd, Abigail Cania

FBCers Ministering In Poland - Romania

July 8-20

FBCers Ministering in Uganda July 30-August 8

Sophie Batchelor, Jonica Howard, Mary Kate Culpepper, Diane Hubbard, Emily Hubbard, Sherrie CollinsNo Pictured: Jill Batran, Lida Orr, Lucy Orr, Sally Batchelor, Cheryl Fitts, Mackenzie Fitts


Happenings for W3 for AugustRegistration for Fall Bible Studies

begin Sunday, August 9th! Look for sign up sheets located in the Coffee Commons and

outside the Fieldhouse at the Decatur Campus and and the Kiosk at the Women's Ministries Table at the Madison Campus.

Decatur Campus:Stronger: Finding Hope in Fragile Places by Angela Thomas Tuesdays, Sept. 8th - 6:30-8pm Rm. 202 and Wednesdays, Sept. 9th 9:30-11am (7 wk study) $15

Through biblical teaching and practical daily application, Stronger will help you realize you do not have to live in weakness.God is stronger than every struggle you will ever face. Because of Jesus Christ, your life has been hidden in Him, made alive in Him, filled in Him, brought near to God in Him, and blessed with every spiritual blessing in Him.

1 Thessalonians Precept Study - You - Blameless at His Coming - Kay Arthur Wednesdays, Sept 9th - 9:15-11:30am Rm. 209 beg. (11 week study) $26

Are you an example to others? Learn the principles of exemplary Christian living - the very mission of Precept Ministries International. Understand the spiritual warfare, sparked by the presence of the Gospel in the world, and the rapture of the church -- God's ultimate rescue.

Madison Campus: Stronger:Finding Hope in Fragile Places - Angela Thomas Mondays 6-8pm beg. Sept 14th (7 wk study) $15 Madison office see description above.

W3 Fall Event "Connect"Madison Campus - Wednesday, September 9th from 6-8pm (RSVP [email protected])

at Cook’s Pest Control Madison 143 Dublin Drive, Madison, AL 35758 Decatur Campus - Thursday, September 10th from 6-8pm (RSVP [email protected])

First Bible Church Fieldhouse Who is W3? •What are my spiritual gifts? •Where can I serve? Come join the ladies of our church to connect with each other and meet the W3 team as we identify our spiritual gifts to best glorify God and serve one another.

“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace....in order that in everything God may be glorified through Jesus Christ.” 1 Peter 4:10-11

Childcare is provided.

Monday, August 24th at 5pm Rm. 201 "Forged Prayer" Decatur Campus

Please come join the ladies of the church to pray for one another.

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Rising 6th Grader Student/Parent Meeting

August 5th at 6:00 PM in the Student Wing

-Informational meeting for rising 6th grade students and parents. Come learn about all the new things available for your child as they enter the student ministry.

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Student Ministry

Alexander Roberts Pastor to Students

Matt Dubach, Asst. Director of Student Ministry

Wednesday 1:8Fall Kickoff - August 19th at 6:00

New this Fall:Middle School meets in the Field HouseHigh School meets in the Student Wing

Sunday Morning Kickoff on August 16th9:00-9:30 - Doughnuts and Juice/Hangtime9:30-10:00 - MS-Small Group/HS- Large Group10:00-10:30 - HS-Small Group/MS- Large Group


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AugustDeacons of the

Month

Scott Anderson Decatur Campus

Justin RogersMadison Campus

THIS MonTH

Aug 5 6th Grade Parent Meeting 6 pm

Aug 9 Deacons meet 3 pmAug 11 Men’s Prayer Breakfast

resumes at 6:30 amAug 11 Elders meet at 5:30 pm Aug 15 Half Day of Prayer

8-11:30 am Aug 16 ABFs, Student Ministry &

Shine elementary groups resume

Aug 16 Communion SundayAug 16 Regular 9:15 & 10:45

Sunday AM scheduling resumes

Aug 16 Field House Service 10:45 am

Aug 19 1:8 KickoffAug 24 W3 Forged Prayer Time

5:45 pm.

Evening Bible Study and Sunday night ministries will resume after Labor Day!

Sympathy

Pray for the following in the loss of family members.

Joyce Bateman(her brother) Ken Richardson

Steve Bateman(his uncle) Ken Richardson

Ella Martin (her mother) June Wyker

Bill Wyker(his aunt) June Wyker

Mike Hutchens(his brother) Rick Hutchens

Newest AdditionCharles Lucian (Clay)

Adams, IV born: July 8, 2015

Parents: Luke & Chelsea Adams


2015 Elders Charlie Adams ...................................................... 256-783-9237Steve Bateman ..................................................... 256-353-2711Ty Batchelor ~ Madison Campus ......................... 256-353-9056Kevin Burleson ...................................................... 256-541-4970Cronan Connell ..................................................... 256-936-6648Scott Dubach ........................................................ 256-654-2918Reggie Gladish ..................................................... 256-301-1670Joey Harris ~ Madison Campus............................ 256-227-3048Donnie Haynie ...................................................... 256-612-7576Barry Hill ............................................................... 256-318-1925Chris Howard ........................................................ 256-351-8752Scottie Hubbard .................................................... 256-476-4832Stan Moore ............................................................256-280-1196Tom Varwig ........................................................... 256-990-7915Glenn Whiteside ................................................... 256-509-8427

2015 DeaconsScott Anderson ..................................................... 256-773-0986Joe Cimino ............................................................ 256-318-4976Barry Fuller ........................................................... 256-565-6642Marvin Grimm ........................................................256-318-4113C.J. Jacobs Madison Campus ............................. 256-975-1232David Jones .......................................................... 256-274-3210Jeff Korotky ~ Madison Campus ........................... 256-617-0770Ashley McIntyre .................................................... 256-227-5266Joel McWhorter ..................................................... 256-318-6560Phil Olinger ~ Madison Campus ........................... 256-658-5665Justin Rogers ~ Madison Campus ........................ 256-850-3006Joe Sanders ~ Madison Campus.......................... 256-476-1086Dave Truitt ............................................................ 256-345-0852Nathan Williams ~ Madison Campus .................... 256-656-3945Joe Woodson ~ Madison Campus ........................ 256-350-2744

MinistriesAudio-Visual ~ Bruce Ellsworth ................................256-353-2711 Adult Bible Fellowships [ABF] ~ Vance Helms .........256-353-2711AWANA ~ Joe Cimino ............................................. 256-318-4976Celebrate Recovery Women ~ Sheree Hutchens ... 256-318-0439Celebrate Recovery Men ~ Jess Montegudo ...........256-353-2711Children's Elem. Coord. ~ Telete Chappell .............. 256-227-7393Children’s Ministry Assistant - Madison ~ Mary Gail Olinger ......................................................First Team ~ Girls ~ Earlene Baker ......................... 256-351-7739 ~ Guys ~ Chris Howard ......................... 256-351-8752Nursery/Preschool Coord. ~ Kelly Martin ................ 256-606-2761Church Hostess ~ Mary South ................................ 256-353-4955Flowers ~ Ella Martin ............................................... 256-355-9191G3 Ministry ~ Glenn Byrd ........................................ 256-773-0263Men’s Prayer Breakfast ~ Jess Montegudo ..............256-353-2711 Mission Closet ~ Joy Conway ................................. 256-466-2388Mission Committee ~ Scott Dubach ....................... 256-654-2918Movers & Shakers ~ Jay Reichmann ...................... 256-533-1040 Charlie Petty .......................... 256-544-0885Local Mission Committee ~ Paul Cheshier ...............256-353-2711Worship/Music Ministry ~ Bruce Ellsworth................256-353-2711Newsletter ~ Jo Cook .............................................. 256-355-3285 ~ Mission letters ~ Maria Coker ........................... 256-686-0613 ~ Info and Proof ~ Lyn Cook ................................. 256-350-3807Student Ministry ~ Alexander Roberts ......................256-353-2711 ~ Student Ministry Secretary ~ Cheryl Vinton ...... 256-560-8720Women’s Ministry ~ Diane Hubbard, Coordinator ... 256-350-4021

Joe Cimino............. Chairman / W3Joel McWhorter ..... SecretaryBarry Fuller ........... Treasurer Nathan Williams..... Website / AV / Music / WorshipJustin Rogers......... Global & Local MissionsMarvin Grimm ........ Baptism / CommunionDave Truitt ............. Benevolence / Disaster Recovery / CRAshley McIntyre ..... Children / Student / Nursery / ABFScott Anderson ...... Furniture / Movers & Shakers

2015 Deacon Area of ResponsibilityBarry Fuller ............ Membership Track Nathan Williams..... Ushers 1st Service David Jones ........... Ushers 2nd ServiceDave Truitt ............. Building / HCAC / Madison OfficeJoe Cimino............. Fieldhouse / ProgramsAshley McIntyre .... Security / Tornado / Emergency ResponsePhil Olinger ........... Widows & Shut-ins Barry Fuller ........... GroundsJoel McWhorter .... W3

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PASToRAL STAFF Steve Bateman - Senior Pastor ...................................... 3763Wayne Campbell - Madison Campus Pastor .........................Paul Cheshier - outreach & Assimilation Pastor .......... 3769Bruce Ellsworth -Worship Pastor .................................. 3762 Vance Helms - Pastor of Discipleship ............................ 3765Jess Montegudo - Associate Pastor ............................... 3764Alexander Roberts - Pastor to Students ........................ 3766Matt Dubach -Associate Director of Student Ministry .. 3771

SUPPoRT STAFF Earlene Baker - Administrative Assistant ..................... 3761 Lori Bateman - Worship Assistant ................................ 2239 Telete Chappell - Elementary Coordinator ................... 3767 Joy Conway - Children’s Ministry Assistant ................ 2271 Beth Ellsworth - Administrative Assistant ................... 2221 Ronne Harvell - Business Manager ............................. 3768 Amy Holdbrooks - Children’s Ministry Assistant Mary Gail Olinger - Madison Children’s Director Kelly Martin - nursery/Preschool Coordinator ............ 2276 Darrel Phillips - Director of Facilities............................ 3770 Cheryl Vinton - Administrative Assistant-Students .... 2275

First Bible Church Decatur Campus - Spring Avenue, SW • Decatur, AL 25603 • 256-353-2711 • FAX 256-353-6006

•Decatur Office Hours 8:00 am—4:30 pm • Monday—Friday [Closed for lunch 12:00-1:00 pm]• Sunday Services 9:15 & 10:45 am; 5:15 pm

Madison Campus - 11306 County Line Road • Madison, AL• Office - 20 Main St., Suite A • Madison, AL 35756 • 256-325-1287

Sunday • Service Time 10:45 am• Email: [email protected] • Visit ourwebsite: www.fbc.org

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