a publication of First Baptist Church of Augusta

3500 Walton WayAugusta, GA 30909

(706) 733 - 2236 www.fbcaugusta.org

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June 20, 2018

JUNE 27, 2018 MENU

Biscuits with White GravyScrambled Eggs

Breakfast CasseroleStone Ground Yellow GritsCinnamon Apple CobblerVanilla Bean Ice Cream

Children’s Menu Chicken Tenders & Fries

PB & J SandwichesFresh Fruit

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 WORSHIPJUNE 24, 2018

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

God at Work: The Life of Samuel and David

“God Leads”1 Samuel 17:32-49

Will Dyer

11:00 a.m.Traditional Worship/Sanctuary

First Thoughts

Dear Church,

It is good to be back home. As many of you know, for the past two weeks I have been in Atlanta finishing up one final seminar for my doctoral work. While I love learning and being with friends who work in other churches, I found myself counting down the days until I was back in Augusta with you all.

We are only halfway into our summer rhythm and I am amazed at how much has already been done by our church. Here are a few highlights from the month of June. - VBS was a huge success. I have heard so much positive feedback about the experiences our children had during Vacation Bible School. Please tell Melissa Willis, our Minister to Children, how much you appreciate all her hard work.

- Our youth just returned from camp in Awanita Valley. In Sunday School last week, I was lucky enough to see a video detailing their experience at camp. They had an amazing time! Trust me when I tell you that they had way more fun than I did in my Doctoral Seminar. David Hughes is off to an incredible start as our new Minister to Students. Great things are on the horizon for the youth ministry at FBC.

- We have a mission team in South Dakota this week, where they are sharing the Gospel in both word and deed. Continue to pray for them as they do good work with Lakota Indians. We also have mission teams leaving for an international trip to Honduras and an in-state trip to Savannah in the next few weeks.

As I often tell you, there are so many wonderful things happening at FBC. I am thrilled to be a part of such a vibrant congregation! I hope you will be in worship on Sunday morning as we baptize TEN new brothers and sisters!

See you Sunday, Will

8:30 Contemporary - Lord’s Supper11 Traditional - Baptism

6:30 Church in Conference & Lord’s Supper

Sunday Lunch June 24

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). JULY classes are: Excel Basics - Tuesday, July 10 & 17, 2-4 p.m.; Introduction to Scanning - Tuesday, July 24, 2-4 p.m.

STUDENT MINISTRY

Church Wide News & Opportunities

Lunch served at 11 & Noon. Reservations may be made by calling the Church Office @ 733-2236 or visiting our web site @ fbcaugusta.org. Cost:$7 adults;$3.50 children 12 & under. Carry outs $7.50.

Next Benevolence Food Drive is Sunday, June 24! Summer is here, the kids are out of school and our needs will be greater for the next couple of months. Canned fruit, various canned veggies, cereal and fruit cups. All donations are appreciated.

Menu Shrimp & Andoullie Sausage Gumbo

Toasted Pecan Cole SlawGarlic Texas Toast

Smoked Pork Boston ButtHash and Rice

Steamed Fresh Green BeansPeach Cobbler & Vanilla Ice Cream

Children’s Menu Corn Dogs & FriesPB & J Sandwiches

Fresh Fruit

Sunday, June 246:30 p.m.

in the Fellowship Hall (with Lord’s Supper)

We are in the process of finalizing and proofing the church directory. If you have made any changes to your contact information—address, phone numbers, or email addresses—please provide the information to us no later than June 25th.Also, if you had your portrait taken and did not order pictures, your free 8 x 10 is at the receptionist desk and may be picked up during office hours.

Television Broadcast

The following are channels that will carry our services on Sundays at 9 a.m.:

Comcast channel 8 and 232WOW channel 8 and 903

Dish & Direct TV channel 26

Our college ministry is making a trip to Passion 2019 in Atlanta, Ga for Jan. 2-4 at Phillips Arena. This is an inspirational Christian conference specifically designed for 18-25 year olds and their leaders. Current and rising high school seniors may also attend in addition to our college and post graduate students. The church will provide transportation and has reserved hotel rooms at The Hilton Atlanta Downtown and the Hotel Indigo, both in walking distance of Phillips Arena. The cost of this trip for students is $155. This secures your hotel room but not your entrance into the conference. Purchasing tickets to the conference can be done here at - https://268generation.com/passion2019/. You will want to select the Phillips Arena venue. Prices will increase as the date nears and the venue will sell out so it is wise to do this asap. To reserve your hotel room, drop your check off with Elizabeth Chao at the church office.

Summer Small Groups begin Wednesday, June 20th!

Summer Bible Study Groups are planned for June 20, July 18 and July 25 from 6-8:30 p.m. High School students meet at Todd & Rhonda Davis' house (710 Brownsfield Lane, Evans) and Middle School students will meet at Mark & Ashley Boyd's house (4787 Long Lane, Evans) June 20 & July 18 and Dean & Stacy Moore's house (3 Sand Hill Court, Evans) on July 25. Dinner will be served each night and there will be a time of Bible study with a "Special guest speaker" - Swimming and time to hang out will follow.

Please be praying for our Youth Mission Trip as we serve this week in Savannah Ga! We will be doing construction work with youth from all over the Southeast in concert with Isle of Hope Ministries.

Save the Date! The dates for Fall Advance are October 6-8 (Saturday – Monday) at Woodland Christian Camp (www.woodlandcamp.com). Sign up will be coming soon!

Many of you have changed email addresses, home and cell phone numbers, etc. Call the Church Office (733-2236) to make any changes!

BENEVOLENCE MINISTRY PRESCHOOL AND CHILDREN

PROFESSION OF FAITH AND BAPTISMAndrew Espinal

Memorials & Honorarium DEBT RETIREMENT MEMORIALS

Mr. Frank VaughanMrs. Mary Lou McKay

Bring your family and friends on June 21 to our Family Luau– 6:00-7:30 p.m. in the Children’s Building courtyard. Bring your own picnic dinner and blankets/chairs to sit on. We will provide water inflatables, drinks, and dessert! RSVP by June 20 to Leah Galey.

June 27 - Preschool Lovies and Listening: Story Time with Mrs. Melissa!

Parents and Preschoolers, ages 2-5 are invited to meet Mrs. Melissa in Room 7 of the Preschool Building from 10-11:30 a.m. to read and play. Preschoolers may bring their favorite lovie (blanket or stuffed animal) and a light snack.

July Coming Events ...July 11-14 - Passport Kids Camp. Pray for our campers and chaperones as they experience Jesus, study and do mission through the understanding that God is always enough.July 25 - Family Back to School event. Stars and Strikes, 6-8 p.m. For all families in K-5th grade. Please register by July 18. $10 per person.July 29 - 5th Grade Last Blast. All rising 6th graders are invited to a fun afternoon outing with Melissa and David. Invitations coming soon!

Mrs. Martha Bell DanielDr. & Mrs. William R. Kitchens

Mr. Sam EnglerMrs. Lanelle BaxterMrs. Martha KingMrs. Lanelle Baxter

Mr. Blayne HollarMrs. Gloria Patrick

Mr. Gary WilliamsMrs. Gloria Patrick

STOREY CHAPEL MEMOIALSMr. M. Bert StoreyLinda Levy & Family

Mrs. Mary Lou McKayRoy, June, Mary & Kristin Wise

Mrs. Barbara KuhlkeJohn H. Crawford IV

Sally & Bryan SimkinsMr. & Mrs. Robert McElreath

Glenn & Terri Bone

BENEVOLENCE MEMORIALSMildred Louise Malone

Mrs. Mary Lou McKay

Mrs. Ann LanierMrs. Mary Lou McKay

Mr. Sam EnglerMr. & Mrs. John Buckner

BUDGET MEMORIALSDr. J. Kenneth McDonald

Mrs. Mary Lou McKay

Mrs. Ann LanierMr. & Mrs. Robert Scaggs

Mr. Blayne HollarAnn & Wayne Hardy

WEEKDAY EDUCATION HONORARIUM

Mrs. Patti FowlerMrs. Mary Lou McKay

BRIDGE MEMORIAL Mr. Blayne Hollar

Ms. Joanne Carr

BRIDGE HONORARIUMMr. Hugh HollarMs. Joanne Carr

MUSIC MINISTRY MEMORIALMrs. Ann Lanier

Joe & Karene Manly

THANK YOU AND CONGRATULATIONS!The Benevolence Ministry volunteers would like to say thank you to Marcia Buck for her more than 15 years of service and leadership in this important outreach ministry of our church. Marcia has served tirelessly and is now retiring from her position as Co-Director, but will continue to volunteer on Tuesdays.We would also like to congratulate with appreciation Lisa Jones, who will move to Co-Director position along with Terrie Bennett. We look forward to moving ahead with the Benevolence Ministry, keeping up the high standards which are already in position.We feel that God has blessed this ministry for many years. If you have a desire to learn more about this important ministry or would like be a volunteer, please call Lisa or Terrie in the Benevolence Office, 706-733-2236, Ext. 292.

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CAREVOLUNTEERSJUNE 24, 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

Faith Development MinistryPatti Fowler, Minister of Weekday EducationDavid Hughes, Minister to Students Melissa Willis, Minister to Preschool & ChildrenLori 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: Dawn Jones, Linda Giles, Rachel Partl, Rhoda SwordHostess: Elizabeth Beman11 AM: Bok Bemis, Valarie & Lilly Alexnder, Carl & Mattie Page Willis

Giving ReportJune 17, 2018

Weekly Requirements ........................$58,455Budget-Building Receipts...................$40,214Budget-Building to Date.................$1,138,664Budget-Bldg Requirements............$1,402,920

Weekly Church CalendarJune 24-30, 2018

Sunday, June 24 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship, MAC 9:40 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship, Sanctuary Vietnamese Worship, MAC Sunday Lunch, 1st Serving, FH12:00 p.m. Sunday Lunch, 2nd Serving, FH 6:30 p.m. Church Conference, Fellowship Hall

Monday, June 25 9:00 a.m. Helping Hands, Arts & Crafts Room 6:00 p.m. Deacon Nominating Committee, Conf Rm. 6:30 p.m. Church Nominating Commttee, D-202

Tuesday, June 26 9:00 a.m. Benevolence, MAC 9:30 a.m. Playcation Days, Children/Preschool Wednesday, June 27 7:00 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast, MAC Arts & Crafts 9:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study, D-20310:00 a.m. Lovies & Listening Storytime, P-7 5:00 p.m. Family Supper, Fellowship Hall Bridge Manna Bags, MAC/Grill Men on Mission, Fellowship Hall, Room 1 6:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study, Storey Chapel Financial Peace, D-202 Praise Band Rehearsal, MAC Thursday, June 28 9:30 a.m. Playcation Days, Children/Preschool

Saturday, June 3011:30 a.m. Bridge Ministry, 15th St. Bridge

David Hughes June 23 and 24

SUNDAY: 1 John 1; 2 Ch 34; Ps 89:19-37MONDAY: 1 John 2; 2 Ch 35; Ps 89:38-52TUESDAY: 1 John 3; 2 Ch 36; Psalm 90WEDNESDAY: 1 John 4; Ezra 1-2; Psalm 91THURSDAY: 1 John 5; Ezra 3-4; Psalm 92FRIDAY: 2 John; Ezra 5-6; Psalm 93SATURDAY: 3 John; Ezra 7-8; Psalm 94

Prayer Text Ministry