Volume 19 A Publication of First Baptist Ruston, Ruston, LA October 16, 2019

Ministry Team:

Dr. Chris Craig Senior Pastor Clayton Owen Ed./Admin./Sr. Adults Justin Shipley Contemp. Wor./Yg. Adults Russ Givens Traditional Worship Merrick Nunn College Josh Sanderson Youth Ed Colvin Children Pam Flowers Preschool

Brandon Ramsey Counselor Jamie Bolton Media Xuan Liu Chinese Mission Dr. Andy Johnson Sr. Adult Emeritus Jeremy Magee Missions Zach Yates Young Married Associate Braden Hilton Middle School Associate Brenda Martin Pastoral/Financial Assistant

Brittany Jackson Publications Assistant Kitty Carter Receptionist JoAnn Barr Music Secretary Sylvia Roseberry Church Hostess Bernard Gemelli Building Superintendent Sue Cruz Building and Grounds Jeff Moss Building and Grounds Marcus Spencer Building and Grounds Nesse Cooper Building and Grounds

Memory Verse

Sunday Morning

“G.O.A.T.: The Greatest Verses?”

March 11, 2018 at 2:00 am

Midweek Worship

Deacons of the Week Scott Leachman

Cary Alsup David Poe

Church Theme

“In the Heart of Ruston With a Heart for You!”

Church Purpose Statement

We exist to LOVE, WIN, and GROW Ruston and the world for Christ.

For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but in order that the world might be saved through Him. John 3:17 ESV

“Holy Spirit: Spiritual Gifts”

Decisions from October 13, 2019

4 people prayed to receive Christ as their Savior. 5 people renewed their commitment to Christ.

Church Event Schedule

Sunday, October 20 8:05 am Early Bird Class 8:45 am Traditional Service 8:45 am Contemporary Service (Depot) 8:45 am Kid’s Worship 9:50 am Connection Groups 11:00 am Contemporary Service 11:00 am Kid’s Worship Monday, October 21 9:30 am Weekday Program Tuesday, October 22 9:30 am Weekday Program 10:00 am Grief Support Group 12:00 pm Prayer in the Sanctuary Wednesday, October 23 8:00 am Prayer in the Sanctuary 9:30 am Weekday Program 2:00 pm Library Opens 5:00 pm First Family Meal 5:15 pm Kid’s Choir 6:15 pm Midweek Worship 7:00 pm Choir Rehearsal 8:00 pm College Service Thursday, October 24 9:30 am Weekday Program Friday, October 25 7:00 pm Chinese Church

October Teaching Series: TALENT SHOW – brave the stage Life App: Courage – Being brave enough to do what you should do, even when you’re afraid. Memory Verse: Be strong and brave. Do not be afraid. Do not lose hope. I am the Lord your God. I will be with you everywhere you go. Joshua 1:9b (NIrV) Sunday, October 20 Bible Story: Break on Through (Israel Goes Through the Red Sea) • Exodus 13:17–14:31 Bottom Line: You can do what you should, even when things seem impossible. Sunday, October 27 Bible Story: The Stand (Twelve Men Check Out the Land of Canaan) • Numbers 13–14 Bottom Line: You can do what you should, even when others are afraid.

Sunday Morning Small Groups: Each Sunday we will discuss a great deal of application centered around the previous Wednesday night’s message. Middle school small groups meet on 2 floor of Walters Building and high school small groups meet in the Powerhouse. Both small groups meet at 10 a.m. on Sunday mornings.

Wednesday, Oct. 16 - Stand Alone Message: “I Have Questions” Proverbs 4:6-7 “Don’t make small decisions alone” Wednesday, Oct. 23- New Series Kickoff : “Worlds Apart” Genesis 1:1 “Science and Faith can exist in the same space” Wednesday, Oct. 30- Fall Fest- No C3

Big Dates to Remember: Oct. 20 - Small Group Leaders Lunch (in Powerhouse after 11 a.m. Worship) Oct. 27 - Picnic at the Park

October Dates to Remember

Wednesday Nights October 16: 1st Kids PRAISE (5:15 pm – 6:15 pm) 252 Teams & Bible Drill (6:15 pm – 7:00 pm) October 23: 1st Kids PRAISE (5:15 PM – 6:15 PM) 252 Teams & Bible Drill (6:15 PM – 7:00 PM) October 30: Family Fall Fest

October

October 27 - 1st Kids PRAISE in Traditional Service

Our next Grief Support Group will begin on Tuesday, October 22 and go through November 19. We will meet in First Cup beginning at 10:00 am. If you are dealing with the loss of a loved one or know some-one who is, and feel it would be beneficial to talk with others who understand your pain, we would love for you to join us. We will be discussing the stages of grief and also striving to provide support and fellowship.

October 19 - LA Tech Tailgate October 27 - Picnic at Lincoln Parish Park October 30 - Fall Festival November 3 - One day revival November 10 - Baby Dedication November 20 To Ruston With Love

Wednesday, October 30, 2019 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

CANDY? Did someone say CANDY? Yes, we do need CANDY for the upcoming Fall Festival. Please bring CANDY! You can bring

CANDY to the church office during the week or drop off CANDY outside the church office on Sunday morning. Thanks for being so

SWEET!

Please check out the lost and found tables in the hall outside of the Fellowship Hall. Pick up any items you may have left over the past few months. Tables will be out through October 27, then the remaining items will be donated to Rolling Hills.

Fall Baby Dedication November 10, 2019

Email: pam@fbcruston.org to register your child

In Home Connection Group

Monday nights at 6:30 pm (Every other Monday night - next meeting October 21) Led by: Trey Roberson Location: 197 Turkey Creek Rd., Ruston For more information email justin@fbcruston.org

Why Give?

1- Giving demonstrates the character of God - He is a giver! “For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whoever believes in Him should not perish but inherit eternal life.” John 3:16 2- Giving celebrates the provision by God. “But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? Everything comes from you, and we have given you only what comes from your hand.” 1 Chronicles 29:14 3- Giving stimulates my dependence on God. “And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 4:19 4- Giving communicates the worth of God. …“I will not sacrifice to the LORD my God burnt offerings that cost me nothing…” 2 Samuel 24:24 5- Giving allows me to participate in the work of God. “For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. Entirely on their own, they urgently pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the saints.” 2 Corinthians 8:3-4 “And do not forget to do good and share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased.” Hebrews 13:16 His character, provision, faithfulness, worth and work…

That’s Why!

For more information on Giving, go to fbcruston.org and look for the red Give button.

THE HEARTBEAT (USPS 447-820) is published weekly by First Baptist Ruston, except at Christmas. POSTMASTER:

Send address changes to FBC 200 S. Trenton, Ruston, LA 71270. Periodical postage is paid at Ruston, LA 71270.

First Family Meal October 23, 2019

Regular Meal Pork Loin Mashed Potatoes Turnip Greens Cornbread Soup/Salad

First Baptist Ruston 200 South Trenton Ruston, Louisiana 71270 Phone: (318) 255-4628 www.fbcruston.org

Dessert Honeybun Cake

New Members:

Kids Meal Hot Dogs Chips

Come join us October 19, on the hill beside the TAC as we tailgate before the Southern Miss game. We will start at 12:30 pm and we will be having pulled pork. Please feel free to bring your favorite snack or a des-sert to share.

Operation Christmas Child

Operation Christmas Child Boxes are now available around the church for you to pick up and pack. Boxes need to be turned in to the church by Monday, November 18.

Brenda Martin 22 years Sylvia Roseberry 19 years

Jillian Carter Member by Baptism

Brooksie Millsap and Lucy Millsap

Members by Baptism

Congratulations to Anna Beth and Jacob Brunson on the birth of their daughter, Caroline Elizabeth Brunson.