A Loving & Caring Church Transforming God’s Vision Into Actionfirstbaptistwinchester.com/documents/Tie/11-13-2013.pdf · 11/13/2013 · FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH NOVEMBER 13, 2013 WINCHESTER,

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH NOVEMBER 13, 2013 WINCHESTER, VA.

VOL. 74 NO. 16

A Loving & Caring Church Transforming God’s Vision Into Action

Christian giving, if it is to be authentically Christian, must have

proper meaning and motivation.

Our financial giving is more than helping the church to pay the

bills. It’s more than maintaining a church staff. It’s also more

than providing an attractive, comfortable building. Financial stewardship enables the church to

carry out its mission in the world.

Our proposed Budget for 2014 was formally discussed this past week. When we look at the Budget,

it’s easy to see just a bunch of numbers that add up to a very large number. What we need to see

is how our Budget stresses the relationship between mission and ministry. Our mission as Christians

must always be kept in view. Our church’s mission statement reads: “A loving and caring church

transforming God’s vision into action” - relating to people in such a way that God’s purposes are

carried out through us. It is God’s vision, His desire, that all people have a relationship with Him,

and that human needs would be met. Everything we do as a church is to contribute toward that

mission.

We accomplish this mission through our ministries. We design and fund those ministries that will

allow us to carry out our mission. Our mission is the God-given reason that our church exists. Our

ministries are the ways we have decided that our mission can best be accomplished. This gives

meaning and purpose to our stewardship.

Motivation in giving speaks to our spirit and attitude and enthusiasm. One day Jesus was watching

as people gave their offerings in the Temple. He saw the wealthy and the poor bringing their gifts.

Suddenly Jesus became excited. A woman dropped in two coins, the value of which was so little

that it would not have made the financial report. But Jesus was excited because this widow gave

all she had. She gave sacrificially. That kind of giving involves trust. Have we reached the place

where we trust God in the financial area of our lives?

I’ve heard it said that we need to give until it hurts. The widow gave until both she and Jesus felt

good. The thrill of giving is a far greater blessing than any material reward we may receive, espe-

cially the thrill that we have pleased God and tangibly displayed our trust in Him.

Prayerfully consider the meaning and the motivation of your giving, as you make your financial com-

mitments to Christ and His church for 2014.

Holiday Season Schedule

December Calendar and Birthdays

White Christmas Needs

SLC & Youth News

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Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord, let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation.

Let us come before Him with Thanksgiving and extol Him with music and song! Psalm 95:1-2

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ATTENDANCE CONTRIBUTIONS

DATE: 8:30AM 11:00AM TOTAL NEEDED WEEKLY

RECEIVED TODAY

NEEDED TO DATE

RECEIVED TO DATE

BUDGET OVER(UNDER)

RESTRICTED GIVING

RESTRICTED TO DATE

OCT.20 85 138 223 $ 12,096 $ 9,451 $508,032 $484,378 $ (23,654) $ 682 $ 47,421

OCT. 27 64 184 248 $ 12,096 $ 9,659 $520,128 $494,037 $ (26,091) $ 20,825 $ 68,246

NOV. 3 86 165 251 $ 12,096 $ 17,825 $532,224 $511,863 $ (20,361) $ 1,430 $ 69,676

NOV.10 62 170 232 $ 12,096 $ 9,019 $544,320 $520,882 $ (23,438) $ 1,395 $ 71,071

Bible Friends Schedule Volunteers for the 11:00 am service for the coming

Sundays are:

Nov 17 Peggy Fletcher - Milton Aquila

Nov 24 David Smith - Linda Ebersole

Dec 1 Heather Wilson - Robin Rodgers

Dec 8 Dawn Greene - Gretchen Kaderli

Nursery Volunteers Volunteers for the 11:00 am service for the coming

Sundays are:

Nov 17 JoAnne Long

Nov 24 Marian Owings

Dec 1 Teresa Rhodes

Dec 8 Alison Wright

Children’s Story Time Speakers Volunteers for the coming Sundays are:

Nov 17 Robin Thompson

Nov 24 John Beavers

Dec 1 Patsy Stainback

Dec 8 Robin Thompson

The family of Earl Printz who died on October 15.

Shirley Bazdar and family in the death of her father,

Joseph Lattlor, on Sunday, October 20.

Nancy Barr and family in the death of her father,

Ernest Lillard on October 22.

Robin Rodgers & Sandy Dodson and Stephanie

Duvall & Heather Wilson in the death of their father

and grandfather, respectively, Orin Ritter, on

October 27.

Sam Gilliland and family in the death of his brother-

in-law, Frank Slayton, on October 30.

Congratulations to Russell &

Margaret Reid on the birth of their

grandson,

Finnegan Michael Reid

on November 2, 2013.

Annual Thanksgiving Dinner and Service

Sunday, November 24th

5:30pm in the CEB Please bring two of your favorite holiday dishes.

(meat will not be provided)

Following the dinner, Pastor Fletcher will guide us

in a time of sharing and giving thanks.

Please plan to attend this special evening.

Love Offering

The Annual Love Offering is being collected for the church staff.

Envelopes are available in each Narthex. Love Offering envelopes are also included in each member’s envelope box. Offerings will be accepted through Dec. 31st.

The ‘Word’

Sunday School Class

On November 17th the Word Sunday School class will begin

Lee Strobel's A Case for Christmas. We look forward to this study! Contact Jan Habeck for more information 540-336-5158.

Volunteer Opportunity

The Safety and Security team is asking for volunteers to serve Sunday mornings on two-person teams to monitor the area in and around the church buildings. If

you are interested, or have questions, please contact Jim Hollinger or Pastor Fletcher.

Women’s Bible Study

The Wednesday Evening Women’s Study is exploring the book of 1 Peter. We will break down each chapter and examine and discuss its meaning and relevance to us individually and as a group. Please join us Wednesdays at 6:30pm. It’s an enjoyable time of connecting with each other as we learn more about God’s Word.

Parents Morning Out

Sponsored by

Women on Mission for parents of

First Baptist Church and “Son”Shine Learning Center

Saturday, November 23rd 9:00am - 12:00pm in the CEB

Ages 2 years through 5th grade

Sign-up by calling Peggy Fletcher 540-542-1802

Donations are welcome and will benefit

HopeTree Family Services.

The Mission of HopeTree Family Services is to provide Christian residential, educational, and support services to at-risk children and youth, and to adults with intellectual disabilities throughout Virginia.

For Those Suffering Loss

A Bereavement & Support Group began on Thursday, October 24th at 1:00pm and will meet each Thursday through December 5 (except Thanksgiving Day). The group meets in the Philia Classroom and is facilitated by Lucy Cohen. For those who have experienced the death of friends or loved ones, this will be an opportunity for sharing

and healing.

ANNUAL WHITE CHRISTMAS

The Annual White Christmas Service

will be celebrated on Sunday,

December 15th, 2013 at 6:00pm in

the sanctuary. Many choirs and

individuals will share their musical

talents, the pastor will bring a

devotional, and we will present our

White Christmas gifts. Please plan

to be there for this special

Christmas mission service.

Tie Publication Schedule

During the summer the Tie was printed and mailed once per month. Moving forward we will continue with this monthly schedule which significantly reduces communication costs. The website and online calendar will continually be updated and bulletin an-nouncements will be updated each week. Each Tie will be a calendar Tie for the subse-quent month and will be published at mid-month. January Calendar Tie — December 11

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Mark Your Calendar

DETAILS

November 2013 Newsletter of First Baptist Church Youth Group

Passport Sign Up’s: We have registered for 10 girls and 10 boys spots for

Passport. Our spaces are already filling up. If you plan to attend, please sign up and pay your $75 deposit ASAP to hold your space! Passport Missions will run from July 7-12 in Danville, VA this year.

Youth Group: All youth are invited to join us for youth group every Wednes-

day night! We will share a meal at 5:45 in the CEB and then join in Bible study, fellowship, and fun together from 6:30-7:30 in the 301 House. There will be no Youth Group on Wed, Nov. 27th.

Thanksgiving Dinner and Service: Plan to attend our church-wide

Thanksgiving dinner and service on Sunday, November 24th for a pot-luck meal shared together and a time of giving God thanks for our many blessings!

Questions? / Contact Rev. Kristin Adkins Whitesides church: 540-662-5367 e-mail: [email protected] Medical Releases and Trip Covenants are available in the 301 House or on our website: www.firstbaptistwinchester.com/youth

RSVP/sign up

Passport Sign-Ups are due ASAP. Please pay a $75 depos-it to hold your space.

DEC.

DATES:

December 1: Caroling after Church to see our Homebound and

Nursing Home Residents

December 15: White Christmas & Youth Christmas Party

December 24: Christmas Eve Services @ 5:00 and 11:00pm

December 25: Merry Christmas!

Got Pneuma?

High Schoolers and young adults are invited to attend a Bible study on Sunday

evenings called Pneuma (Spirit). We will meet from 5:00 - 6:00pm in the 301

House where we talk about our questions, doubts, and struggles, and find out what

the Bible says together! For more information please contact Kristin Whitesides

or Stephen McCalley. pneuma [noo-muh] noun

1. The vital spirit; the soul.

2. Theology. The Spirit of God; the Holy Ghost.

mailto:[email protected]

December 2013 December 2013

BirthdaysBirthdays 2 Jeremy Nightingale

3 Elda Meiers

3 Harrison Reyna

4 Elin Nightingale

5 Dennis Rhodes

5 Lori Horne Pendleton

5 Kathryn Light

5 Ronald Wingfield

6 Donna Breeden

6 Megan Bureau

6 Isabelle Ashby

7 Eileen Gilliland

7 Susie Saunders

8 Wanda Diehl

9 Whitney Painter

10 Jim Pendleton

10 Tom Kicker

10 Jason Edwards

11 Erin Howard

12 Alex Ball

13 Terry Braithwaite

13 Kirby Crabill

13 Jeffrey Hinson

13 Isaac Whitesides

14 Sandy Whitesides

14 Samuel Whitesides

15 Julian Bragg

15 Allen Wingfield

15 Sue Isenhower

15 Brieanna Wilson

16 Sandra Boppe

16 Ashley Frankie

16 Andrew Smith

17 Jim Gordon

17 Charlene Palmer

18 Wayne Davis

18 Randy Rollin

18 Diane Briggs

19 Jan Habeck

19 Darlene Hatton

19 Michael Zombro

20 Evan Bray

20 Makayla Hoover

21 Alyson Erickson

22 Katie Gordon

22 Michael Hines

22 Phillip Newcome

23 Jenavieve Hoover

23 Amy Rion

24 Kip Lacy

26 Doris Pendleton

26 George Fletcher

26 Chad Hinson

27 Eva Custer

27 Carlin Smith

27 Nancy Luck

27 Shane Winston

28 Sue Norman

28 Forrest Custer

29 Emily Foglesong

30 Jennifer Hutchison

30 Allida Griffin

31 Emily Jones

31 Karen Orndorff

A REMINDER FOR CONTRIBUTIONS IN 2013

Offering envelopes and other contributions need to be into the Church Office by

December 31st to receive credit for them on your 2013 Statement. Please be faithful to

your commitment to the ministries of First Baptist Church.

Thank you for your support for the 2013 Church Budget.

Envelopes for your poinsettia order and payment are located in each Narthex and in the Church Office. Cost for each poinsettia is $8. A check along with your order can also be mailed to the church at

205 W. Piccadilly St., Winchester, VA 22601.

Last Date to order Poinsettias — December 9th

Hunting Ridge Retreat Fall Guidelines

Wood Cutting Rules

Church members needing firewood can call HRR Director Brian Bayliss 662-9004, to request location and permission to cut wood. Please leave the ash trees at the Ridge in order to control the Asian Long-

Horned Beetles or White-Spotted Sawyer Bugs at a central location.

The policy is to cut one load for the retreat for every two loads cut for yourself. Leave the HRR load at the wood pile in front of the tractor shed, unless otherwise directed by Brian. Any questions can be

addressed to Jim Christiansen 667-3873. Please take care when cut-

ting wood at the Ridge.

Hunting at the Ridge

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) in the local deer population is being monitored by the Department of Game and Inland Fisheries (DGIF) with the help of local hunters and the published programs listed in the newspapers and online. Check out www.cwd-info.org for addi-

tional information. Pick up a CWD handout at the Ridge before you hunt, at the store, or go online to www.dgif.virginia.gov. After obtaining the rules, permission and time to hunt at the Ridge, you may encounter or harvest a CWD deer. Do not be alarmed, but do not attempt to contact, disturb, or re-move the animal. You should contact the Verona DGIF office (540) 248-9360, as well as, notify Director

Brian Bayliss. Enjoy the outdoors, we will overcome this setback in time.

FBC Telephone Directory

Need an electronic copy of the church telephone directory for your computer desktop? Emai l the church at [email protected] and we’ll be happy to email you the current version.

Miss Something? Missing church no longer means missing out on the Worship Service. The services

are now being recorded in .mp3 format which means they can be loaded to the website and available for listening at your convenience from your PC or smart phone. Simply click on the link, adjust your volume, and you are good to go!

Youth Library In an effort to provide our youth (ages 11-18) with Christian-themed books, movies, and music, we are developing a library in the 301 House. If you have items you would like to donate, please leave them in the church office. Of course, monetary donations are welcome as well. Thank you so much for helping to foster the Christian growth and development of our

young people. Contact Kristin Whitesides in the church office or Kathryn Mayberry for more in-

formation or if you have questions.

A Christmas Program will be Presented Prior to the

Bill Harper Memorial Christmas Dinner

The dinner will be held on Wednesday, December 11th, at 6:30pm in

the CEB. The cost is $6.00 for adults, $5.00 for youth and $4.00 for

children. You may make your reservations by using cards found in the pew rack or call the

Church Office by noon on Monday, December 9th.

The Preschoolers and Schoolagers will present a Christmas program prior to the dinner at

6:00pm in the Sanctuary. Children will meet in the Schoolage Room at 5:30pm.

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Monday 9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

Tuesday 9:00 AM SLC (CEB) 9:30 AM Senior Handbell Choir (Sanc.) 11:00 AM Singin’ Seniors (Sanc.) 11:30 AM Al-Anon (301)

Wednesday 9:00 AM SLC (CEB) 5:45 PM Fellowship Dinner (CEB) 6:15 PM Youth Fellowship and Bible Study (301) 6:30 PM Adult Bible Study (CEB) 6:30 PM Women’s Study Group (Philia) 6:30 PM Preschool Program/Choristers

WEEKLY DECEMBER SCHEDULE 2013 Sunday 8:00 AM Praise Chorus 8:30 AM Worship Service 9:30 AM Church Library Opens 9:45 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Worship Service Nursery (1’s - young 3’s) Bible Friends (older 3’s - 1st Grade) 2:30 PM Hispanic Service 5:00 PM Pneuma (301)

December 2013 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1

Advent

8:00 AM Praise Chorus

8:30 AM Worship Service

9:45 AM Sunday School

11:00 AM Bible Friends


2:00 PM Home Communion and Caroling

2:30 PM Hispanic Service (CEB)

2

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

6:30 PM Deacon Christmas Dinner

(HRR)

3

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

9:30 AM Senior Handbell Choir

(Sanc.)

11:00 AM Singin' Seniors (Sanc.)

11:30 AM Al-Anon (301)

6:30 PM AMC (CO)

4

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

5:45 PM Fellowship Dinner (CEB)

6:15 PM Youth Fellowship and

Bible Study (301)

6:30 PM Adult Bible Study (CEB)

6:30 PM Women’s Study Group

(Philia)

6:30 PM Preschool Program/

Choristers

5

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

10:00 AM Advent Bible Study (LA)

1:00 PM Bereavement Group (Philia)

6:00 PM Handbells (Sanct.)

7:00 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal

(Sanc.)

6

Hunters' Retreat (HRR)

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

12:00 PM Al-Anon (301)

7:30 PM Hispanic Prayer Meeting

(CEB)

8:00 PM Al-Anon (LA)

8:00 PM Al-Ateen (LA)

7


9:00 AM Children's Pageant

Practice

11:00 AM Children's Christmas

Party (CEB)

8




9:30 AM 2nd Sunday Fellowship (LA)





9


9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

6:30 PM SLC Committee (CEB)

7:00 PM FBC - WOM (CEB)

10


9:00 AM SLC (CEB)


(Sanc.)


11:30 AM Al-Anon (301)

6:00 PM Philia Christmas Dinner

(HRR)

11

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

6:00 PM Children's Pageant

6:30 PM Bill Harper Memorial

Christmas Dinner

(CEB)

12

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)




(Sanc.)

13

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

10:00 AM SLC Christmas Program (Sanc.)

12:00 PM Al-Anon (301)

6:00 PM Friendship Sunday School Class

Christmas Dinner (HRR)

7:30 PM Hispanic Prayer Meeting (CEB)



14

9:00 AM White

Christmas Work Day

10:00 AM Chancel Choir Dress

Rehearsal (Sanctuary)

15



11:00 AM Christmas Cantata (Sanc.)


6:00 PM White Christmas

7:00 PM Youth Christmas Party

16

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

17

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

10:00 AM White Christmas

Distribution (CEB)

11:30 AM Al-Anon (301)

7:00 PM HRR Committee (HRR)

18

9:00 AM SLC (CEB) (Last Day)

7:30 PM Stewardship & Finance

Committee (CO)

19


11:00 AM Singin' Seniors' Christmas

Luncheon (HRR)

20

12:00 PM Al-Anon (301)




21

6:00 PM Chancel Choir

Christmas Party (HRR)

First Day of Winter

22







23 24

11:30 AM Al-Anon (301)

5:00 PM Christmas Eve Service

(Sanc.)


(Sanc.)

25

Christmas Day

Church Office Closed

26


27

12:00 PM Al-Anon (301)




28

29






30 31 11:30 AM Al-Anon (301)

8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to

them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring

you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the

Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” — Luke 2: 8-12 (NIV)

Wednesday 9:00 AM SLC (CEB) 5:45 PM Fellowship Dinner (CEB) 6:15 PM Youth Fellowship and Bible Study (301) 6:30 PM Adult Bible Study (CEB) 6:30 PM Women’s Study Group (Philia) 6:30 PM Preschool Program/Choristers

Thursday 9:00 AM SLC (CEB) 6:00 PM Handbells (Sanc.) 7:00 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanc.)

Friday 9:00 AM SLC (CEB) 12:00 PM Al-Anon (301) 7:30 PM Hispanic Prayer Meeting (CEB) 8:00 PM Al-Anon, Al-Ateen (LA)

Abbreviations in the Tie

AMC Admin. Management Com. 301 301 House CEB Children’s Ed. Building CO Church Office HRR Hunting Ridge Retreat LA Lower Auditorium MBC Men’s Bible Class Sanc. Sanctuary WOM Women on Mission SR Schoolage Room

December 2013 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1

Advent






2:00 PM Home Communion and Caroling


2

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

6:30 PM Deacon Christmas Dinner

(HRR)

3

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)


(Sanc.)


11:30 AM Al-Anon (301)

6:30 PM AMC (CO)

4

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

5:45 PM Fellowship Dinner (CEB)

6:15 PM Youth Fellowship and

Bible Study (301)

6:30 PM Adult Bible Study (CEB)

6:30 PM Women’s Study Group

(Philia)

6:30 PM Preschool Program/

Choristers

5

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)


1:00 PM Bereavement Group (Philia)



(Sanc.)

6


9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

12:00 PM Al-Anon (301)

7:30 PM Hispanic Prayer Meeting

(CEB)



7


9:00 AM Children's Pageant

Practice

11:00 AM Children's Christmas

Party (CEB)

8




9:30 AM 2nd Sunday Fellowship (LA)





9


9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

6:30 PM SLC Committee (CEB)

7:00 PM FBC - WOM (CEB)

10


9:00 AM SLC (CEB)


(Sanc.)


11:30 AM Al-Anon (301)

6:00 PM Philia Christmas Dinner

(HRR)

11

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

6:00 PM Children's Pageant

6:30 PM Bill Harper Memorial

Christmas Dinner

(CEB)

12

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)




(Sanc.)

13

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

10:00 AM SLC Christmas Program (Sanc.)

12:00 PM Al-Anon (301)

6:00 PM Friendship Sunday School Class

Christmas Dinner (HRR)




14

9:00 AM White

Christmas Work Day

10:00 AM Chancel Choir Dress

Rehearsal (Sanctuary)

15



11:00 AM Christmas Cantata (Sanc.)


6:00 PM White Christmas

7:00 PM Youth Christmas Party

16

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

17

9:00 AM SLC (CEB)

10:00 AM White Christmas

Distribution (CEB)

11:30 AM Al-Anon (301)

7:00 PM HRR Committee (HRR)

18

9:00 AM SLC (CEB) (Last Day)

7:30 PM Stewardship & Finance

Committee (CO)

19


11:00 AM Singin' Seniors' Christmas

Luncheon (HRR)

20

12:00 PM Al-Anon (301)




21

6:00 PM Chancel Choir

Christmas Party (HRR)

First Day of Winter

22







23 24

11:30 AM Al-Anon (301)


(Sanc.)


(Sanc.)

25

Christmas Day


26


27

12:00 PM Al-Anon (301)




28

29






30 31 11:30 AM Al-Anon (301)

8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9 An angel of the Lord appeared to

them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring

you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. 11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the

Messiah, the Lord. 12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.” — Luke 2: 8-12 (NIV)

Compassion in Action From Early Years

Feelings of compassion can lead your youngster to do nice things for relatives, neighbors, and friends.

Consider these ideas for helping your child think about how other people feel and what they need-and en-

courage him to take action.

Talk about it Help your youngster understand the motivation behind kind behavior. First, have him tell you one nice

thing someone did for him today. Then, ask why he thinks the person decided to do that. Perhaps his big

sister made a paper airplane for him. He might say, “She wanted me to be happy” or “She knows I like to

fly them, and she makes good ones.”

Work together Let your child see you being compassionate, and have him participate. For example, if you make a casse-

role for neighbors with a new baby, he could stir the ingredients. While you work, discuss the neighbors’

feelings and explain why you’re helping “They probably feel tired from taking care of the baby. They’ll

be glad they don’t have to cook tonight!”

Look for opportunities Inspire your youngsters to feel compassion and act on it. Say a friend falls and scrapes a knee at the play-

ground. You might ask your child how he would feel in that situation and what he would need. Then,

suggest that he treat the person the way he’d want to be treated. For instance, he could get an adult to

help and keep his friend company. Do to others as you would have them do to you.

Luke 6:31 (NIV)

A column for parents of young children, brought to

you by the “Son”Shine Learning Center

Hunter’s Retreat Dates Announced

The theme of this year’s Hunter’s Retreat is “Road to the Ridge” based on Luke 24:13 – 35 or the story of the Road to Emmaus. What leads you to the Ridge? Each participant will gather items along the way to share with fellow hunters as we study God’s word in walking with Jesus.

The retreat will run from December 6th through the 10th.

For more information call coordinator Jim Christiansen (540)877-4482.

“Son” Shine Learning Center Registration 2014/2015 School Year REGISTRATION: Members of First Baptist Church: Exclusively January 3-11, 2014.

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED: 9:30 a.m.-12:00 noon Monday-Friday

If you are interested, Please Respond Quickly

REGISTRATION FOR CURRENT STUDENTS/SIBLINGS: JANUARY 11-31, 2014 REGISTRATION FOR OUR COMMUNITY: FEBRUARY 3, 2014.

QUESTIONS??? Call Sherry Schryver @ 662-1071

Wednesday Night Activities Wednesday night activities continue with dinner and fellowship at 5:45pm in the CEB. Permanent

reservations can be made by calling the Church Office or filling out a dinner reservation card

and marking it “permanent.” Then you only need to call the Church Office if you cannot

come. If you expect your attendance to be irregular, please call the Church Office for a

weekly reservation by the preceding Monday. Noon that day is the deadline!

ADULTS: $5.00 YOUTH: $4.00 CHILDREN UNDER 10: $3.00

CHILDREN’S PLATE (CHICKEN NUGGETS): $2.00 MAXIMUM FAMILY TOTAL: $15.00

Youth Bible Study/Fellowship begins at 6:15pm in the 301 House. Adult Bible Study, Women’s

Study Group, and Preschool Program and Choristers begin at 6:30. Wednesday night activities

will resume on January 8, 2014 following the Christmas break.

Please Join Us For Good Food & Fellowship

By Lori

“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith-and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God-not by works, so that no one can boast.” Ephesians 2:8-9

Thank you, Lord

Thank you, Lord, for saving my soul,

Thank you, Lord, for making me whole;

Thank you, Lord, for giving to me

Thy great salvation so rich and free. For several years now our church has sung this chorus as our

Doxology during the month of November. While we should thank

God each and every day for the gifts in our lives, we are especially reminded at this

time of year to give our thanks. This chorus, written in 1940 by Seth and Bessie

Sykes, who were traveling evangelists, is simple but profound in its message. Our

salvation was GIVEN to us by the Lord. We could never earn it anyway. A personal

relationship with the Lord is an incredible gift! Let us sincerely give God our thanks

and praise and carry this musical prayer with us everywhere we go!

The Chancel Choir

presents

I Hear the Prophet Callin’

by Pepper Choplin

A Christmas Cantata

Sunday, Dec. 15, 2013 11:00a.m. (one Service)

This is a fresh new way of telling the Christmas Story. There are many different

styles of music in this Cantata including: Appalachian folk, Irish folk, Early Amer-

ican melodies and even Cajun rhythm! May God bless us with a fresh understanding of Christ’s birth

into the world. Come and join us for this special celebration!

The Chancel Choir rehearses

On Thursdays at 7:00pm in the Sanctuary.

We lead in Worship from September through June. Please join us!

The Chancel Handbell Choir practices on Thurs-days at 6:00pm in the balcony.

Seniors’ Rehearsals

The Senior Handbell Choir has rehearsals

each Tuesday at 9:30am in the Sanctuary.

The Singin’ Seniors has rehearsals as well

each Tuesday at 11:00am in the Sanctuary.

They stay after rehearsal and eat together.

Please bring a bag lunch and plan to join

them for fellowship.

The primary focus of this year’s Thursday morning Ad-vent Study will be on the small book, The Case for Christ-mas, by Lee Strobel. Consulting experts on the Bible, ar-chaeology, and messianic prophecy, Strobel searches the true identity of the child born in the manger. If Jesus really was the Son of God in the flesh, then there ought to be credible eyewitness and scientific evidence that Jesus ful-filled the attributes of God and the Messiah. We will also take a closer look at the famous editorial,

“Yes, Virginia, There Is a Santa Claus,” written by a newspaper religion editor. The answer has more to do with the larger question of faith than most of us have thought about. The four sessions will be held in the lower auditorium on the following Thursdays from 10:00 to 11:30: November 21, and December 5, 12, and 19. Materials for the study will cost $5.00, payable the first session if possible. Bob Stainback and Lori Pendleton will lead the study. Please call the church office (662-5367) by Monday, November 18, to register.

Advent Coming Up

On the four Sundays in Advent prior to Christmas Day (December 1, 8, 15,

and 22), we will be lighting the candles on the Advent Wreath in both Worship

Services. If you and/or your family would like to participate by reading

Scripture and lighting the candle on a Sunday during Advent, contact the

Pastor or the Church Office (662-5367).

L.I.N.K. DINNER GROUPS

Loving, Innovative, Nurturing, Kinship

New groups are now forming to cover the next six to eight months. L.I.N.K. is a great way to get to know new First Baptist friends and older FBC friends better. Groups get together once a month to share a meal and fellowship. If you would be interested in participating in a group, please call Laura Beavers, Shirley Calloway, or Bob Stain-back. Indicate whether you would like to be part of a going-out-to-eat group or an eating-in-homes group.

Fall/Winter 2013 Calendar

November 19 SLC Puppet Show 10:00 am

SLC Thanksgiving 11:30 am

November 20 4th Qtr. Business Meeting 6:30 pm

November 23 Parents Morning Out 9:00 am

November 24 Thanksgiving Dinner/Service 5:30 pm

November 28-29 Thanksgiving – Office closed

December 1 Home Communion & Caroling 2:00 pm

December 2 Deacon Christmas Dinner 6:30 pm

December 6-10 Hunters’ Retreat

December 7 Children’s Pageant Practice 9:00 am

Children’s Christmas Party 11:00 am

December 10 Philia Christmas Dinner 6:00 pm

December 11 Children’s Pageant 6:00 pm

Bill Harper Memorial Christmas Din. 6:30 pm

December 15 Christmas Cantata (one service) 11:00 am

White Christmas Service 6:00 pm

Youth Christmas Party 7:00 pm

December 19 Singin’ Seniors Luncheon 11:00 am

December 21 Chancel Choir Christmas Party 6:00 pm

December 24 Christmas Eve Services 5:00pm, 11:00pm

December 25 Christmas Day Office Closed

January 1 New Year’s Day Office Closed

Annual Business Meeting

Wednesday, November 20th

6:30pm in the CEB

Please make an effort to attend.

Friendship Sunday School Class Christmas Dinner

The Friendship Sunday School Class will hold its annual Christmas Dinner at Hunting Ridge Retreat on Friday, December 13, at 6:00pm. For information or to make a reservation, call Laura Beavers at 667-3191.

White Christmas 2013

This is a reminder that White Christmas is coming up on Sunday, De-

cember 15. The White Christmas committee is already preparing for this annual charitable out-reach program and, as always, we need your help. We will be collecting hygiene products on the six Sundays prior to White Christmas Sunday, beginning November 3rd through December 8th. Those items are listed below. Please contact Shelby Comstock or Jae Hinson if you have any questions or would like to make a contribution.

(No Travel Sizes Please!)

Nov 3 Toothpaste/Toothbrushes Nov 24 Paper Towels Nov 10 Shampoo/Conditioner Dec 1 Toilet Paper Nov 17 Body Wash/Soap Dec 8 Shaving Cream/Razors

Adoption Sundays—November 24 and December 1

Adopt a Child - Purchase one or more toys and an outfit of clothing.

Adopt a teenager - Purchase a gift or gift certificate, and or an item of clothing.

Adopt an FBC Homebound Adult - Purchase a gift or remembrance.

Assist a Family - Donate food (including turkeys or turkey coupons!). Gift certificates to grocery stores, the mall, retailers, or service provid-ers are very flexible and may be used by the White Christmas committee to purchase items for families, or may be given as gifts themselves.

Additionally - Please include in the shopping bag with your gifts a roll of wrapping paper and perhaps tape and ribbon so that the families will be able to wrap the presents.

Our Angel Tree and tables for selecting families or individuals will be available in the

New Narthex beginning November 24th.

We need boxes (heavy-duty medium and large). Please place by the elevator in lower level of Sanctuary building.

Donate your Time

Saturday, December 14th - 9:00am to 1:00pm. We will have a work session in the CEB.

Monday, December 16th - Help make homebound deliveries and other assorted tasks.

Tuesday, December 17th - 9:30am to 2:00pm. Meet in the CEB to help distribute gifts & food to families.

If you would like to help, contact Shelby Comstock (662-4347) or Jae Hinson (686-5067).

Wednesday Evenings Preschool Program/

Choristers

11/23 Parents’ Morning Out

12/7 Pageant Dress Rehearsal

& Party

12/11 Children’s Pageant

Mark Your

Calendar

children’s news

Feeding our Neighbors

Remember to bring a food item each Sunday as part of your church offering.

Total items donated to

CCAP to Date: 7132

November/December 2013 | Children’s Ministry of First Baptist

Additional Child Care Provided

Dress Rehearsal is Saturday, December 7th at 9am, and the party is to follow in the CEB. Please contact Betty Boppe at (540) 662-1783 to let her know if you can provide anything from the following list for the Christmas party: Veggies & Dip, Fruit, Chips, Cheese,

Crackers, Cookies, or Juice Boxes

Let’s Open Up Communication!

As 2014 approaches, we will be creating a new schedule for the following volunteer opportunities; Nursery 2nd service, Bible Friends teachers and assistants, and Children’s Time speakers. Volunteers are incredibly important to the success of our Children’s Ministry at FBC. Please let us know how you can help! Contact Alison Wright at

[email protected].

Look for more exciting opportunities for your family, coming soon!

Parents Morning Out

Sponsored by the Women on Mission for the parents of FBC and the “Son”Shine Learning Center. See page 4 for more

information.

Go to www.surveymonkey.com/XYD3QL3 to fill out a survey and leave com-

ments about the children’s ministry program. Your thoughts, ideas, and opinions

are welcomed!

Volunteer!

Children’s Pageant Dress Rehearsal & Party

There will be child care at the following special events this holiday season:

11/24 Thanksgiving Service & Dinner—CEB opens @ 5:15pm.

12/11 Children’s Pageant—CEB opens @ 5:30pm.

12/15 White Christmas—CEB opens @ 5:40pm.

12/24 Christmas Eve Service—CEB opens @ 4:30pm. (If there is an upcoming event for which you would like child care provided, please let

Alison Wright know.)

THANK YOU to all who helped with and participated

in the School Age Fall Retreat, and the Fall Festival!!

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Bulletin Deadline The Church Bulletin is printed EVERY Thursday Morning.

Please submit content to Kathy by noon on Wednesday.

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First Baptist Church Prayer Chain Ministries

Direct your prayer request(s) to:

Daytime Hours: Donna Walter @ 722-2230 or Linette Spicer @ 662-1120

Evening Hours: Janet Luttrell @ 667-8758 or Laura Beavers @ 667-3191

Sanctuary arrangements are

needed for the 2013 calendar

year. If you would like to place

an arrangement in memory or in

honor of a loved one, please fill

out a Flower Calendar form found in each narthex or the

Church Office. You may also call the Church Office to

place your request.

Homebound Spotlight

Mary Virginia Carson Spring Arbor #316 2093 Northwestern Pike Winchester, VA 22602

We encourage everyone to send a note to Mary Virginia.

In His Love, Lori & the Homebound Team



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