www.fbcbigspring.org December 1, 2016

THE PROCLAIMER

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, BIG SPRING, TEXAS The miss ion of F i r st Bapt ist Church is to evangel ize the unsaved, d isc ip le the saved

and nur ture a l l church members .

FBC Members please plan on bringing a Christmas snack (salty, sweet or both) to share at the Mingle and Jingle. Please bring it with you the morning of the 11th

or have it to the kitchen by 5:30 that afternoon. We also need people to volunteer to decorate tables.

Please contact Londa Henry or the church office if you would be willing to help.

MINGLE AND JINGLE

An evening of

Fellowship, Food and Christmas Music

featuring the Worship Arts Kids,

the Adult Handbells and

the Worship Choir

Sunday, December 11 at 6:00 p.m.

Hey Ladies, join us on December 13th at 6:30 pm

in the FBC dining room for a Pinterest Christmas Craft Night. Bring $5 and a snack to share. Sign up by calling the church office or sign up on the

FBC Big Spring Women’s Ministry Facebook page.

Looking forward to a fun night together!

WOMEN’S MINISTRY

The audio book Unshakeable by John Eckhardt was given in memory of Jean Stevens by Clovie Shannon.

The book More To Your Story by Max Lucado was given in memory of Jean Stevens by Zelda Abbe.

Church-wide Caroling Sunday, December 18

Meet at 5:00 p.m. to go out.

Christmas Eve Service Saturday, December 24

at 6:00 p.m.

Christmas Morning Service No Sunday School

Morning Worship Service at 10:50 a.m.

The evening of Sunday, December 4 will be set aside for Sunday School classes or ministries to have their Christmas Parties. Worship Arts Kids

will meet that night at 5:30 p.m.

MUSIC MINISTRY

MEDIA ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

Beginning January 16th, 2017 a Women’s Bible Study will be offered on Mondays at 10:00 a.m. Carol Boyd will be the teacher and all women are welcome. We will be studying Beth Moore’s Entrusted. Please let the church office know you would like to be included so that we may

have enough materials. For more information contact Carol at 432-816-9915.

ACTS 1:8 OPPORTUNITIES

FROM THE PASTOR

The events leading to the birth of Christ were not coincidental, but were put in place by God so the prophecies of old would be fulfilled in Isaiah 7:13-14, Isaiah 9:6-7, and Micah 5:2-5. From the time the census was ordered to everyone returning to their own city to be registered, and the birth of Jesus while Joseph and Mary were in Bethlehem, were all orchestrated by God. Out of Bethlehem, a small town in the City of David, came the Messiah.

This event was the beginning of something so incredible. Jesus Christ left His throne in glory and took on human form to bring reconciliation to our Father, God. He came into the world, miraculously conceived, and born as all humans are born. He was first a baby, became a toddler, grew into a child, and went through adolescence before becoming an adult. Experiencing humanity at all levels, Jesus can identify with all people at all stages of life.

This very first Christmas, God gave the greatest gift ever, His Son! In turn, His Son gave the gift of His life, which was why He came. Because of this, we can have a relationship with God as His children. Through Jesus Christ, we are Sons and Daughters of the Most High God. Let your celebration of Christmas reflect the magnificent gift of salvation provided to you through the perfect plan of God in giving His Son as our Savior.

Many opportunities are available to you this month to proclaim the truth about the birth of Jesus. Each Sunday morning our worship will focus upon the gift of God’s Son. During the evening of December 4, our Sunday School and Small Groups will gather for their Christmas parties. On December 11, our church will meet in the Family Life Center for “Mingle and Jingle.” The evening of December 18, we will spread the good news of the birth of Christ as we Christmas Carol in the community. December 24, we will worship together for the Christmas Eve Lord’s Supper Service. Then, December 25 the church worships as one body!

You will find more details concerning these events elsewhere in the Proclaimer. I am grateful for you and thankful for your partnership is the gospel as we serve the Lord together through First Baptist Church! Let us make every effort to see one another this Sunday!

Bro. Mark

“For we are to God the pleasing aroma of Christ among those

who are being saved and those who are perishing.”

2 Corinthians 2:15

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD. Because of your faithfulness, 465 boxes have been packed for Operation Christmas Child. This means that 465 families will be touched with the Gospel of Jesus Christ! THANK YOU!

MISSION CENTER UPDATE. The number of guests we have coming to the mission center continues to increase each month. For several years we have averaged about 30 families per month, but recently we have seen the number of families increase to between 50-60 per month. Please continue to pray that God will provide our monthly needs. This min-istry IS making an impact in the lives of people as we minister to them, pray with them, and share the plan of salvation with them.

BIG SPRING. As we have visited Kosovo and church plants in Boston, we have heard a common theme from the missionaries and church planters, and that is, they have a love for their city and a COMPLETE BROKENNESS over the lost in their city. We came back wondering, “Do we have the same brokenness over the lost in Big Spring? Are we as a church committed to pray for the salvation for those in our city? Are we burdened to pray for our neighbors? Are we compelled to tell others about Jesus? Are we ALL IN?

LOTTIE MOON CHRISTMAS OFFERING—The Gospel Resounds! Each Christmas, Southern Baptist Churches across the nation, combine their offerings to be sent to missionaries serving around the world. One hundred percent of the monies received go to support the work of missionaries around the world. Go to https://www.imb.org/project-finder/ to see a list of the projects this offering supports. You will even find on this page, https://www.imb.org/project-finder/project/?id=LMC110160100&ReturnURL=/project-finder/, the jalapeño project description, goal, and amount given. Our church goal is $10,000. Will you do your part?

EXTENDED SESSION KID’S KORNER

Bed Babies: Sylvia Draper

Dec. 4th: Kaye Barr & Kelli Wigington

Dec. 11th: Jonathan & Rebekah Raffini

Dec. 18th: Beth Spence & Wanda Driver

Dec. 25th: No Workers

Holiday Schedule Changes

As the holidays approach, schedules change to accommodate this very busy time of year. The changes for the coming months are as follows:

December 4th: PM for children will be a final rehearsal for our Worship Arts Kids, the TeamKID store, and our Christmas Party. Kids won’t want to miss this night!

December 11th: PM for children will be a rehearsal for Worship Arts Kids in the Gym at 5:15. Mingle and Jingle will start at 6. This family-friendly time will be filled with great music, food, and fellowship.

December 18: PM activities for children are completed until January 8th.

December 21st: No PM activities. Enjoy time with your family.

December 25th: No Sunday School in the morning. PM activities for children are completed until January 8th.

December 28th: No PM activities. Enjoy time with your family.

January 1st: No PM activities until January 8th.

January 8th: Normal PM activities resume.

Starting a New Year

A couple of months ago, the church voted to purchase computerized check-in stations for the children’s ministry. Everything has come in and been programmed. We will begin using those in January. I will do my best to make this new process as painless as possible, but please plan to arrive a few minutes early to each activity for a couple of weeks. I don’t anticipate any problems, but change always comes with risks. Having worked through this system before, I know you will come to appreciate the security and convenience that it offers.

December 7: Kadon Baker

December 9: Mary Kate Gabehart

December 9: Hattie Sincleair

December 14: Malachi Daniels

December 31: Christian Vasquez

Dec 4th: Tera & Garrett Evans

Dec. 11th: Chase & Lindsey Pinkerton

Dec. 18th: Mike & Carrie Averette

Dec. 25th: No Workers

THREE AND FOUR YEAR OLDS

TODDLERS AND TWO YEAR OLDS

First Baptist Church of Big Spring

705 W. FM 700

Big Spring, TX 79720

Phone: 432-267-8223

fbcbigspring.org

Wednesday Night Meals Deacons of the Month

Eddy Spurgin . . . . . . . . . . . . 270-7896

Jimmy Shanks. . . . . . . . . . . .263-5369

Ryan Walker. . . . . . . . . . . . . 517-4989

Mark Vassar . . . . . . . . . . . . .816-6966

Phone Numbers & E-mails

If you have changed your home or cell

phone or email address please let the church office know so we can

update our records.

Dec.14th Spaghetti French Bread Salad Dessert

www.fbcbigspring.org

Dec. 21st No Meal

Dec. 7th Hamburger Steak & Gravy Macaroni/Cheese Broccoli Salad Dessert

SUNDAY SCHEDULE

Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 10:50 a.m. Handbell Rehearsal 4:30 p.m. Men’s Ensemble 5:30 p.m. Kids’ Connection 5:30 p.m. Saturate Youth 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE

Wednesday Night Supper 5:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Adult Choir Practice 6:00 p.m. Real LYF 6:00 p.m. Saturate Youth 6:15 p.m.

MISSION CENTER/ FOOD PANTRY

Thursday, December 8th

9:00 a.m.—11:00 a.m.

We are in need of items for the food pantry. The shelves are bare. Each time you do your grocery shopping please remember

to pick up a couple items. A few suggested items: ramen noo-dles, canned vegetables, canned meat, dried beans, rice,

canned fruit, peanut butter and jelly, spaghetti noodles, spa-ghetti sauce or hamburger helper. If you would like to volunteer,

come at 8:30 a.m. and be blessed by this amazing ministry.

Dec. 28th No Meal

CHAPEL CLASS GATHERING

We will gather on Sunday, December 18th at Janell Davis’ home (701 Capri Ct). Come after church 12:00 or 12:30 and

bring your favorite snack. We will be through by 2:30 p.m. Merry Christmas!

YOUTH NEWS

DNOW 2017

DNOW 2017 signup is approaching quickly too. Dates are February 10-12. We will need lots of help in various ways and Jonathan is actively recruiting help! Here are some of the roles we are looking to fill. Host homes, that will have a small group come to their home and sleep there for the weekend. Night Watchman, will go to host homes and assist adults and college leader with the students. General helpers at the church during the weekend. Pre-DNOW construction/recreation assistance. (will help build sets and recreation games) To sign up to help with that, contact Beth, Jonathan or Lynda in the church office.

Youth Camp signup is ongoing. Deposit of $100 is your signup, deadline to reserve a guaranteed spot is quickly approaching, if you want your student to go to camp and definitely have a spot, you need to get your deposit in asap! Also, remember that helping in Upward Basketball is a great way to earn scholarship money, so make sure you are signed up to do that.

Youth Camp 2017

Christmas Party

Youth Christmas party is Sunday, December 4th. Location still to be determined at time of writing. You will receive a postcard in the mail this week too so you can know the time and location. Don’t forget we will do a gag gift exchange, so start hunting for something truly hideous. Remember there is a $5 limit.

Holiday Schedule and Changes December 4th: Youth Christmas Party

How To Stay Updated:

Students, want to get text message updates on youth stuff? Send a text to the number 81010 with the message @fbcyouthst in the actual message. Parents, want updates on what is going on in youth ministry? Send a text to the number 81010 with the message @c8a776

December 11th: Mingle and Jingle will start at 6. This family-friendly time will be filled with great music, food, and fellowship. December 18: No PM youth activities, join in the church wide caroling at 5:00 PM December 21st: No PM activities. Enjoy time with your family. December 25th: No Sunday School in the morning or PM activities. December 28th: No activities. Enjoy time with your family. January 1st: No Sunday School or PM activities

Blessings to each of you and your families for a great Christmas season, see you in 2017!

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Sunday Schedule 8:00 a.m. VA Ministry 9:15 a.m. Media Center Opens 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Morning Worship 4:30 p.m. Handbell Rehearsal 5:30 p.m. Men’s Ensemble 5:30 p.m. Kids Connection 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship 6:00 p.m. Youth at the Raffini’s

Wednesday Schedule 5:00 p.m.—Supper 6:00 p.m.—Adult Bible Study —Adult Choir 6:00 p.m.—Real LYF 6:15 p.m.—Saturate Youth

Extended Session Bed Babies: Sylvia Draper Toddler to Two Year Olds: Dec. 4 Kaye Barr & Kelli Wigington Dec. 11 Jonathan & Rebecca Raffini Dec. 18 Beth Spence & Wanda Driver Dec. 25 No Extended Session Three and Four Year Olds: Dec. 4 Tera & Garrett Evans Dec. 11 Chase & Lindsey Pinkerton Dec. 18 Mike & Carrie Averette Dec. 25 No Extended Session

LLL 12:00 p.m.

MDO

MDO MDO

Food Pantry Mission Center

9:00 a.m.

Menu Hamburger Steak

Gravy Mac and Cheese

Broccoli Dessert

MDO

Christmas Eve Service

Lord’s Supper 6:00 p.m.

Deacons’ Meeting 5:00

No Evening Worship Service

Opportunity for Sunday School Class Parties

Children will have Kids Connection

Menu Spaghetti

Salad French Bread

Dessert

No Meal No Activities

No Meal No Activities

Morning Worship Only

No Sunday School or Evening Worship

Christmas Caroling 5:00 p.m.

Mingle & Jingle 6:00 p.m.

In the FLC

MDO-Early Release

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NO MDO NO MDO

NO MDO

Ladies Time Out—Pinterest

Night 7:00 to 9:00 pm Dining Room

NO MDO

Church Office Is Closed

Worship Choir Going To A Concert In Abilene