We exist to help people know and accept Jesus Christ

and through Him experience life-changing relationships.

16333 Highway 1085 Covington, LA 70433

Phone: 985-892-2149 Fax: 985-892-3090

www.FbcCov.org

December 22-23, 2018

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH COVINGTON

SYMPATHY TO:.Casey Kendrick in the death of her mother.The family of Ollie McGillivary in her recent death.

DEACONS IN MINISTRY

December 23-29, 2018

Mike Fairburn 832-244-0806Matthew Johnston 985-630-6256Adam Martin 985-630-4426 Join us for an evening with

Kirk Cameron of authentic dialogue on topics like

conflict resolution, raising kids in a

social media era, healthy boundaries

and so on. You won’t want to miss this

Parenting and Marriage Event!

Tickets available in the Bookstore, on our website, and www.ticketfly.com

CONGRATULATIONS TO:

Tyson and Samantha Foley on the birth of their daughter, Mary-Charles Diana December 10, 2018. The grandparents in our church family are Craig and Lynn Babylon.

Give to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering

Other ornaments also available in Bookstore

Are you missing anything?

Stop by the old administrative offices across from the library for a display of

accumulated items found at the church. We have Bibles, glasses, keys, jewelry,

toys, and other personal things. The offices will remain unlocked and open until January 7, 2019, when all

items will be donated to charity.

Join us as we coit to pray, love, serve and give aswe reach out to Covington with Love.

HIGH PRIORITY NEEDS:-packs of underwear-packs of t-shirts (sizes 2T - adult small)-shoes & socks-school uniforms

A local mission strategy of FBC Covington with a multi-faceted approach to reach outside the walls of the church to share the love of Jesus. As people identify needs & passions we will work with them

to support the efforts we believe will be organic movements of God. One initiative underway is engaging with Covington

Elementary School to meet needs of students, faculty & staff.

You can drop off these items in the donation bins located at the South Entrance & the East & West Connectors. See inside for more information.

OTHER OPTIONS FOR GIVING:-a financial gift to FBC & designate it to Covington with Love-local restuarant gift cards (for faculty & staff)

and Artists, Album, Song, Bass Vocalist of the year!2018 Quartet of The Year

Smile, Laugh, Be Encouraged. The Gospel Message Through Music.

Triumphant Quartet in ConcertFebruary 22, 2019 at 7:00 PM

First Baptist Church Covington, LA

$15 advance | $20 at the doorTickets available at FBCCOV.ORG & in the Bookstore.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 22 5:00 PM Connect Groups 6:00 PM Worship

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23 8:00 AM Café/Bookstore Open 8:15 AM Connect Groups 9:00 AM Library Open 9:30 AM Worship/Connect Groups 11:00 AM Worship/Connect Groups NO Evening Activities

MONDAY, DECEMBER 24 | Office Closed 3:00 PM & 5:00 PM Christmas Eve Services TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25 | Merry Christmas!

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 26 Office Open | NO Evening Activities

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 29 NO Connect Groups or Worship Service

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 30 NO Connect Groups or Kids Worship 9:30AM & 11:00 AM Worship

TUESDAY, JANUARY 1Office Closed | NO Tuesday Men's Breakfast or Celebration Singers

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 2 Office Open | NO Evening Activities

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9 Regular Activities Resume Including Fellowship Dinner & Equip Classes

CONNECTION CAFE, BOOKSTORE & PLAYGROUND will be closed December 24 - January 3

It will be open during Sunday services on December 23 & 30

FBC Holiday Schedule

PASTORAL TEAM

Waylon Bailey, Th. D., Senior Pastor wbailey@fbccov.org

Jay Johnston, D. Min., Associate Pastor jjohnston@fbccov.org Clif Smith, Education csmith@fbccov.org David Rockett, Adults 55+/Congregational Care drockett@fbccov.org Glynn Robinson, Missions/Evangelism grobinson@fbccov.org Bill Boren, D. Min., Family Life bboren@fbccov.org Chris Kroll, Students ckroll@fbccov.org Aaron Beasley, Student Associate abeasley@fbccov.org Josh Jordan, College /Young Families jjordan@fbccov.org Maggie Fredericks, Kids/Special Friends mfredericks@fbccov.org Ashley Roberts, Kids Associate aroberts@fbccov.org Cindy Rush, Kids Worship Associate crush@fbccov.org Darlene Drivon, Preschool ddrivon@fbccov.org Benji Cowart, Worship Arts Pastor bcowart@fbccov.org Jenna Cowart, Worship Arts Pastor jcowart@fbccov.org David Logan, Minister of Music dlogan@fbccov.org

WGNO 26, an ABC affiliate, airs FBC sermons at 10:00 AM each Sunday. Channel 26 over the air Channel 7 on Charter/707 HD Channel 11 on Cox Cable/1011 HD Channel 26 on Direct TV

CELEBRATE RECOVERY MINISTRY

EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT from 7:00–9:00 PMADULTS meet in the Central Hall.

STUDENTS in 6th–12th Grade - THE LANDING meets in the East Assembly Room. This ministry helps teens deal with the daily pressures of life by equipping them with tools to deal with those pressures.

CHILDREN - K-5th Graders - CELEBRATION STATION meets in the Kids Hall in Room C212. While adults explore topics that bring healing and wholeness, kids discover the same truths in age-appropriate ways! It has everything you need to lead kids as they make Jesus the enduring, rock-solid foundation of their lives.

For more information about this ministry or to serve, contact PastorJay Johnston at jjohnston@fbccov.org or call him at 892-2149. Confidentiality is respected in all these ministries.

WNOL Televison airs FBC sermons 7:00 AM every Wednesday.

Channel 38 over the air Channel 3 on Charter/703 HD Channel 13 on Cox Cable/ 1013 HD Channel 38 on Direct TV

TV MINISTRY

GRANBERRY COUNSELING

First Baptist Church, in partnership with the Louisiana Baptist Children’s Home and Family Ministries, offers professional marriage and family counseling. TheGranberry Counseling Center is now located in our administrative offices. Contact Counselor Lew Eaton at 225-223-1497.

SINGLE ADULT MINISTRY CHRISTMAS CAROLING at the TRAILHEAD – DECEMBER 23 5PM-6:30 PM - Classic seasonal songs at the Mandeville Trailhead. Candles and song sheets provided. Rain or shine (covered area). Free. Bring the family, blankets or lawn chairs! Sponsored by The Jane Austen Literary Festival. For more information, contact Laura Jones at 985-377-3246.

LUNCH AFTER SERVICE – DECEMBER 30 – CHILI’S, 150 Pinnacle Pkwy, Covington – Hoping the game will be on their TVs! For more information, contact Lori Lewis at 985-705-4750.

CHRISTIAN SINGLES NEW YEAR’S EVE PARTY – DECEMBER 31 - 8PM – Midnight!Alcohol-Free celebration hosted by Pam Broussard at the Mandeville Sports Complex, 23052 Hwy 1088, Mandeville.

PRESCHOOL MINISTRY

(Birth - 4 Year Olds)

As our ministry continues to grow, so do our needs. We especially need help in 2 year olds and 4 year olds. Would you help by living out the Great Commission in your own church? Contact Darlene Drivon at ddrivon@fbccov.org or call 892-2149 to get involved in this very rewarding ministry - from helping in a classroom to welcoming/registering at the front desk.

ASCEND STUDENT MINISTRY (7th - 12th Grade)

Look Higher. Live Higher.

ASCEND GIRL'S MINISTRY- Annual Girl's All-NighterFriday, January 18, 2019, 6:00PM-7:00AM (Saturday) Learn about the ministries with a heart for Uganda and hear testimonies of God's work in this beautiful country! Join us for a night of prayer, food, experiences, and fellow-ship! Free for all girls 7th-12th grade! Sign up online today.

Sign-up for Summer Camp is on-going! Reserve your space now by visiting us online at www.fbcascend.org

KIDS MINISTRY (K - 6th Graders)

B.L.A.S.T. (Biblical Learning & Spiritual Training) BLAST returns Wednesday, January 9th with a Cruise ship-theme as we set sail into the New Year! Kids who wear their FAVORITE HAT, bring their Bible, bring a friend, memorize the books of the Bible or Bible verses will earn Bible Bucks to spend at the Bible Bucks Store!Our next THRIVE Ministry event will be Saturday, January 12 from 9:00-11:00 AM where preteens will spend the morning volunteering at a local food bank. THRIVE Parents: Contact Maggie Fredericks, Children’s Minister, at mfredericks@fbccov.org if you are interested in being a chaperone for this event.

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ADULT IMPACT MINISTRY (55 & BEYOND)

YOUNG AT HEART LUNCHEON ~ TUESDAY, JANUARY 15 ~ 10:30 AM ~ COST: $10 ~ FELLOWSHIP HALL Join us as David Logan, Minister of Music, shares some of our most cherished hymns and the stories behind them. This behind the scenes look will give you a fresh perspective and appreciation as you worship with these great songs of faith. Please make reservations online, in your Connect Group or by calling the church office before noon on Friday, January 11.

EVANGELISM CONFERENCE SR. ADULT LUNCHEON and CONCERT 11:30AM - 5:00PM ~ COST: $15 ~ FELLOWSHIP HALL TUESDAY, JANUARY 29 At our own church, you have the opportunity to participate in a luncheon, special break-out sessions, inspirational preaching and a concert by David Phelps. Get more info and register online at LouisianaBaptist.org/ECONluncheon or by calling Jessica Dubea at 800-622-6549. Registration is required by January 18.

NEW OPPORTUNITY FOR BLENDED FAMILIES

Beginning Sunday, January 20 individuals and couples are invited to an 8-week class designed specifically for blended families. Using the resource, The Smart Stepfamily, this class will engage participants in key areas of life blended family members face daily. Join Majure and Marie Savell in Room W409 at 9:30AM each Sunday for a dynamic time of teaching, discussion, and application. The Smart Stepfamily book and resource guide is available for purchase in the Bookstore beginning January 6. For more information on this class, contact Bill Boren.

First Baptist ChurchCovington

STUDENT MINISTRY (7-12th grade) Book Reading Program

PAGES FOR POINTS! Earn points toward gift cards in the Connection Cafe or the Bookstore AND scholarship money for camp through Books! How do you participate? See Emma Singletary at the bookcart in The ROC on Wednesdays and Sundays to sign up and get more information. You can also sign up in the church library.

LOCAL MINISTRY OPPORTUNITY - To Covington With Love

If you want to learn how you can be involved or support this ministry please attend an information meeting on Sunday, January 6 at 5:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall or WednesdayJanuary 9 at 6:30 PM in the Hospitality Suite.

Please contact Pastor Jay Johnston at jjohnston@fbccov.org if you have any questions.

DECEMBER 23 - Christmas Connect Group Lesson

“Was Jesus Christ the Jewish carpenter really born of a virgin - the historical and scientific evidence speaks “

Presentation will be this Sunday, December 23 at 8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 AM in the Central Hall.

Dr Palmisano is a national speaker who is considered an authority on the birth of Christ. He will present powerful life-changing information on one of the most important beliefs of the Christian faith - that Christ was virgin born. Dr. Palmisano will also have a one-hour CD available on this topic to those who attend. This presen-tation is an option for your Connect Group to attend.

2019 SHORT- TERM MISSION TRIPS

UGANDA - January 2-12. Please pray for this team as they prepare to leave. COLOMBIA - June 22-29 and October 5-12 GALLUP, NEW MEXICO - Summer CZECH REPUBLIC - September 7-15 INDIA - November ATLANTA, GA - Thanksgiving WeekHow can you participate?• Pray for believers, poverty alleviation organizations, churches, and leaders that we

serve with around the world and in the United States. Ask God how He will use you.• Give to the budget of FBCCovington and to the annual mission offerings that go

directly to the mission fields.• Go and serve in our community, nation, and "ends of the earth." God can use you in

His plan to reach the nations.More information is on our website or by contacting Glynn Robinson

at grobinson@fbcc.org

UPWARDS SOCCER - K-6th Grade

Soccer season for Kindergarten through 6th Grade Boys and Girls is fast approaching. Register at https://registration.upward.org/UPW67664 or drop your form and registration fee off at the church office from 8:30AM to 4:30PM, Monday through Thursday or 8:30AM to 1:00PM on Friday. The early registration cost per child for soccer is $65; after January 12, the cost is $85. Deadline for registration is February 9. Soccer shorts are optional at a cost of $15. Cleats are recommended, but not required. Everyone must attend any One soccer evaluation at the FBC Field as follows: Saturday, January 5, 9:00AM - 11:00AM Tuesday, January 8, 5:00PM - 7:00PM Saturday, January 12, 9:00AM - 11:00AM First Practice- Monday, January 21, 2019 First Game - Saturday, February 16

FAMILY SKI TRIP 2019

We have room for one more family. If you are interested in skiing with your family March 2-7 in Keystone, CO, please contact Bill Boren at bboren@fbccov.org for package details. Ski packages include airfare, lodging, lift tickets and rentals.

YEAR END GIVING INFORMATION

Thank you for your continual giving throughout 2018. Any year-end gifts that you would like to be included in your 2018 charitable contributions for income tax purposes must be turned in by Monday, December 31. All online transactions must be dated December 31 as well.