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First Baptist Church 111 North Main Street P.O. Box 107 Lawrenceburg, KY 40342 Address Service Requested
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Volume 57 Thursday, January 12, 2017
Baptist Men’s Day
Sunday, January 15
Kent Ostrander
“Just Desserts” Fellowship
following the evening service
As a part of our Baptist Men’s Day observance this year, we have invited Kent Ostrander to be our guest speaker at our 8:30 and 10:50 a.m. services this Sunday. Kent serves as the executive director of the Family Foundation of Kentucky whose mission is to “promote the values and policies that strengthen Kentucky families.” Through the publication of a bi-monthly newsletter called The
Kentucky Citizen, the Family Foundation has sought to keep persons more aware of the pro-life, gambling, and marriage legislation in Frankfort that greatly affects our families. In fact, Kent was one of the first persons the media interviewed after Governor Bevin signed into law last week pro-life legislation that bans abortions after twenty weeks and requires a woman to see her ultrasound before having an abortion. Speaking of the sanctity of life, we will be distributing baby bottles this Sunday on behalf of Avenues for Women in Frankfort. Much like we did last year, we’re asking you to financially support the work of this local crisis pregnancy center as it ministers to women facing an unwanted pregnancy and encourages them to choose life. Last but not least, I hope you will join us this Sunday night as we continue in our series entitled: “Walking By Faith: Overcoming Life’s Greatest Fears.” This Sunday night, we will look at “Overcoming the Fear of Suffering” and will be hearing the testimony of Nick Maples who recently was diagnosed with Guillain-Barre Syndrome. Afterwards, you’re invited to a “Just Desserts” Fellowship in the CLC sponsored by the ladies of our church who will be bringing cakes, pies, and all kinds of delicious desserts! In His Service, Bro. Bob
Worship Music for Baptist Men’s Day Sunday (January 15) This Sunday morning our guest
speaker (Kent Ostrander) will be preaching the message for BOTH a.m. services! Our praise team will
lead the music of the Contemporary service at 8:30 a.m. The Hims of Harmony will be in the Choir Loft
for the 10:50 a.m. service! Hims please wear your red shirts. Michael and Lance will play the instruments at
the Traditional service at 10:50 a.m. The Hims will share 3 songs throughout the course of that service!
Bro. Bob will continue his sermon series on “overcoming fear” with the theme: “Overcoming the Fear of
Suffering,” and a testimony by Nick Maples! Annie Lee and Lydia Terry will share a duet during that 6:00 p.m.
service! Lance and Michael will play again that night!
The Worship Choir Begins Work on Easter Music THIS Wednesday (Jan. 18) This Wednesday we will do a
preview “run through” of our new Easter music at 5:45! We will be working to prepare this music to present on
Palm Sunday morning, April 9, as the traditional worship service at 10:50 a.m.
Please Remember That Handbell Choirs Won’t Resume Until Next Week Youth Handbells will start up
again on Tuesday, Jan. 24, after school from 3:30 to 4:30. And Children’s Handbells will begin again that
Thursday, Jan. 26, after school from 3:30 to 4:30. Yours in Christ, Mark
We had a great time at Winter Jam in Louisville last weekend! It was an awesome time of Worship, and we were able to see some of the leading Christian artists perform. I think that most of our student’s favorite performer of the night was David Crowder. We really had a fun night!
This Sunday night after youth, we are going to Dairy Queen for a time to hang out together. We will be riding together there, and the plan is to be back at church by 9:00. Make sure your students bring money for food and ice cream. In Christ, Joel
On Wednesday Nights we have been talking about Kevin & Dinda - two Indonesian children we will be sponsoring as a children's ministry. Each of our kids has been challenged to try and bring $2 every month - one for both Kevin and Dinda. This money goes to Compassion International to ensure Kevin and Dinda have food, clean water, clothes, are getting an education, and are hearing about Jesus.
This is a great way to get your child thinking about missions and being more globally-minded. On Monday, Jan. 16th we will be going to Main Event in Louisville, KY for some bowling, Laser tag, and arcade fun. The cost is $17 ($12 for activities and $5 for food), and we will be meeting to leave from the church at 9:45am. Pick up a permission slip and turn the money in to myself or the church office by Sunday, Jan. 15th. Cheerfully in Christ, Jeremy
In the Hospital Jean Hood - Richmond Place
At Home Wilda Bond, Willie Partlow Betty Sue Louallen,
Ruth Murphy, Davy Warford Keith Royalty, Charlotte Wright, Darren Rowe, Ron Howard, Nancy Baker, Jane Thompson,
Jan Cooke, Gayle Bradbury
Heritage Hall Ann Campbell, Kathleen Carlton, Liffy Hanks,
Ruby Gabbard, Margaret Spaulding, Susie B Wiley, Mae Lewis, Marjorie Stratton,
Anna Marie Parker, Nellie Woods
Hometown Manor The Lantern Ann Hellard Jim Boyd
IN SYMPATHY Col. Robert Martin ’Bob’ Thompson - January 4
Paul Roger Smith - January 5 Carolyn Jean York Wayne - January 5 Luchanna James Hopkins - January 5
Anna Pauline Young McBride - January 5 Stephen H. Baker - January 8 Helen Norris Neal - January 8
We extend our deepest sympathy to these Families
The Safety and Security Team is looking for more people that would
be interested in helping keep our church a safe place. There will be a
meeting Sunday, January 15 at 12:30 pm in the Seekers Sunday
School classroom for current team members and anyone interested in
learning more. Lunch will be provided for anyone that attends.
There are baby bottles on the mission table that you can pick up and fill it with change and bring it back on March 5. All money collected will go directly to Avenues for Women. Please make checks out to Avenues for Women.
Family Night Supper
Menu January 18
Meatloaf
Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans
Slaw, Roll & Dessert
At our last monthly business meeting, Keith Currens reported for the master plan committee. After two years of study, the committee is recommending a plan that will address the top facility needs as identified by our congrega-
tion: the construction of a two-story building that will provide educational space for children and youth as well as the renovation of our Fireside Room and kitchen. It will also include a covered entrance, a welcome center, and a secure check-in area for parents to drop off their children. Copies of the plan are available on the literature table by the elevator. Please look it over and give any feedback you may have to members of the committee.
Just Desserts Night
Sunday, January 15
Ladies get out your favorite dessert
recipe because we are having a
dessert fellowship following the
evening service for Baptist Men’s
Day in the CLC. Valentine’s Banquet
Friday, February 10
6:30 pm
$20 per person
Tickets go on sale Sunday, January 22.
Come enjoy a great night of good food, good fun and good
friends. Free childcare for anyone attending the banquet.
Baptist Men’s Day
Sunday, January 15
Kent Ostrander In 1989, Kent Ostrander founded what is known as The Family Foundation of Kentucky. Having graduated from Lafayette High School in Lexington and Vanderbilt University, Kent works closely with legislators in Frankfort to
promote the values and policies that strengthen Kentucky families. Come and hear Kent speak this Sunday at both morning services as he shares with us what we can do to protect families today!
Deacons of the Weak January 15 - January 21
Wayne Young & Wesley Tucker
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Nursery Workers 8:30 am January 15 Cassie Hendricks 10:50 a.m.
January 15 Beth & John Michael Woolums
January 22 Jan Thompson & Hannah Harley
Evening Service January 15– Phyllis Wells
Daily Readings
Sunday, Jan 15...........................Ephesians 2:1-10
Monday, Jan 16...................................Titus 2:7-14
Tuesday, Jan 17..........................Hebrews 4:11-16
Wednesday, Jan 18.........................Exodus 34:1-9
Thursday, Jan 19.................................Mark 2:1-12
Friday, Jan 20...................................Luke 7:36-50
Saturday, Jan 21........................Matthew 18:21-35
JANUARY
Joy & 7th & 8th Graders
8:30 am 2’s & 3’s Patty Adamson
4’s & 5’s Carrie Tucker
10:50 am 2’s - 3’s
Jenny Harrod 4’s - 5’s
Carrie Tucker 1st - 4th grade
Shaun Harrod
JANUARY GREETERS
8:30 am Service Joretta Russell
Sunday School Nancy Bowen
Nancye Hyatt
10:50 am Service Charlotte Lunsford & Davy Warford
JANUARY ENROLLMENT CLERKS
8:30 am Service Cindy Couch 10:50 am Service Jennifer Hays
Weekly Events
Saturday, January 14
8:30 AM Boys Church Youth League BB Game 2:00 PM Girls Church Youth League BB Game
Sunday, January 15 8:30 AM Contemporary Worship Service 9:45 AM Sunday School Hospitality Team: Nancy Thompson & Jennifer Hays 10:50 AM Traditional Worship Service 5:00 PM Awana 5:00 PM Youth Bible Study 6:00 PM Evening Worship 7:00 PM Just Desserts Fellowship 7:00 PM Youth Afterglow
Monday, January 16 9:45 AM Children leave for Main Event 6:30 PM GROW Visitation “O” Team
Wednesday, January 18 5:00 PM Family Night Supper 5:45 PM Worship Choir Practice 6:00 PM Youth Bible Study 6:00 PM Kids on Mission 6:30 PM Business Meeting 6:45 PM Preschool / Children’s Choirs
Thursday, January 19 6:00 PM Volleyball Open Gym
Sunday Report - January 8 Sunday School 252 8:30 am Service 131 10:50 am Service 156 Total Worship Attendance 287
Van Ministry Driver this week: Phillip Bush
If you need a ride please contact 502-839-6966 or 502-598-6146
Sunday Services January 15
Message by Kent Ostrander
8:30 am & 10:50 am
Kentucky
Family Foundation
6:00 pm
“Walking By Faith:
Overcoming The Fear
Of Suffering”
Testimony by Nick Maples
Ushers -Ushers - Ushers
Sunday Morning 8:30 am
Scott Ellis, Larry Jackson, Brandon Monroe, Chris Sheetinger,
Roy Toney, Eddie Russell
10:50 am Mike Wilson, Fred Coke,
Gary Sutherland, Wayne Young, Gilbert Adams, Billy Stratton
Gifts have been given
In Memory of Bobby Lacefield
To the Building Fund
By Shirley Hoskins
John & Michele Lakes
Carolyn Henson
Louise Perry
Gary & Janet Sutherland
Betty Grider
Deborah Drury
Bruce & Ginger Buchanan
A Gift has been given
In Honor of Linda Baxter
To the TV Ministry
By Doug & Marvel Detherage
A Gift has been given
In Honor of Shirley Hoskins
And Linda Baxter
To the Building Fund
By Nancy Bowen
Gifts have been given
In Memory of Lester Herald
To the Building Fund
By Betty Melloan
Rex & Belinda Richardson
Gary & Janet Sutherland
January 8
Year end procedures for 2016 have not been
completed. Below is a preliminary report for the
first two weeks spending in 2017.
Budget Offering: $19,599.25
Beyond Measure Offering: $ 810.00
Restricted Receipts: $ 2,322.00
Total Deposit: $22,731.25
