Volume XLII March 18, 2015 No. 11

WOMEN'S RETREAT RESERVATIONS DEADLINE is Monday,

March 23rd. Just call the office to sign up. You will not want to miss this fun filled and encouraging time as we gather, laugh and learn together about God's amazing plans and love for us. We hope you will make time to join us in this special event. It's for YOU!!!!

RANDY CLENDENIN: Randy Clendenin, one of our re-

treat speakers, is a lifelong student of relationships, partic-ularly in the area of marriage and the family. He has been married to his wife, Suzanne, for thirty seven years. They have parented five children, four of whom are married. They have eight grandchildren. Randy has a Masters Degree in Counseling from Regent University and has worked as a relationship coach for over 20 years. He is a published author of

the book Relationships: Building Bridges to Connect People, and speaks frequently in various venues. He sees clients in his South-ern Pines office each week by appointment. In addition, he holds the position of Director of Spiritual Formation in a church com-munity in Southern Pines, and mentors several men throughout the Sandhills area. His primary aspiration in life is to be a faithful follower of Jesus Christ and to love well.

CAROL GANTT will be teaching from the theme “Breathe.” A well-known women’s Bible

teacher at First Baptist, Carol is also a mother, grandmother and teacher. Born and raised in Australia, she is an avid tennis player, loves sports, gardening and the beach.

JEN BLANCHARD will be providing inspirational and uplifting music during the retreat. Jen

is a choir member at First Baptist and a children’s choir leader. She and her husband and three children are die- hard Ohio State fans. We can’t wait to receive a blessing from her singing.

OTHER UPCOMING EVENTS Love Classes are going to Spring Fling at Campbell March 21!

TRIPLE L UPCOMING SPRING TRIP—The next Triple L event takes place at the Billy Graham Training Center and the Biltmore Estate, April 23-24. $50.00 deposit is due by March 22. Total cost is $160.00 which covers all expenses except souvenirs.

DEACON’S RETREAT—The deacons will be having a retreat here at the church in the fellowship hall April 14. A meal will be served at 6:00 followed by the teaching of Dr. Clark beginning at 7:00.

IT IS COMING—April the 18th at 9:00. Get ready for “IT”

GOAL $12,000 Giving to date $5,158.00 Balance to date: $6,842.00 The time is now! Easter is almost here and we have another opportunity to share in spreading the good news that Easter brings. Will you make your plans to give to this very important offering? You may wonder, do they ever stop asking for more and the more important question is "does the need ever end?" We all know the answer to this question! THE NEED WILL NEVER END, not until Jesus returns. We go to great lengths to have our Easter outfits, special dinners, Easter baskets for the children, extra effort to spend time with family and friends. WILL YOU give the same amount of effort and make your plan to GIVE to this very needed mission? May God bless you as you present your offering this Easter season.

PRE-FILLED EGGS ARE STILL NEEDED

Eggs are needed for the Easter Egg Hunt! Rain or shine, children through 5th grade will have their annual Easter Egg hunt on Saturday, April 4 following a noon cook-out. Volunteers are needed to bring plastic eggs pre-filled with candy) to the church no later than Wednesday, April 1.

Rain or Shine

Easter Egg

Hunt

A Newsletter of the First Baptist Church, Sanford, NC

202 Summit Drive ● Sanford, North Carolina 27330 ● www.firstbaptistsanford.com Church Office (919) 774-4220 ● Family Life Center (919) 776-6137 ● Prayer Line (919)708-4372

FLC NEWS I thought that you might want to hear some good news about the FLC and the church’s ministry to others. We asked people to fill out a survey about the FLC and here are some comments. “This program is very beneficial to our community. It provides so many important resources that are helpful to many individuals. I thank God for this facility and I’m just glad to be able to walk in a safe environment.” “Enjoy using the walking track and exercise and line dancing. Have made some wonderful Christian friends.”

“Enjoy the music while walking! All the volunteers are very friendly and helpful.” “I really appreciate a place so nice to walk and exercise in fair and rainy weather. The desk greeters and Cindy are so friendly. I appreciate the opportunity to use the facility. “ “I thank God for this place—the workout room is great. Also, just started walking and I love the track. Thank you for making a difference in our community. May God continue to bless First Baptist.” “I really appreciate the FLC track. I need level surface to walk and this has been wonderful for me with my arthritis. Also I have been bringing my unsaved neighbor as this is a way to connect with her personally. Please pray for her.” “I love using this facility. This is a great ministry of this church. Thank you to First Baptist.” “This is a total impact ministry. FBC is what church should strive to be: the center of the community as the New Testament church was.” “I think your facility is #1. I don’t see any improvements that need to be made. I can’t thank you enough for allowing us to use your facilities. It has given me an opportunity to improve my quality of life.” “Outstanding! Educational! Love the prayers which lift my spirits!” “It’s all great! Thank you!” Jesus replied, “ Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment. And the second is like it: love your neighbor as yourself.” Matthew 22: 37-39. “Thank you to First Baptist for putting these verses into action.” In Christ, Cindy

Quinn Setzer can eat at least 23 cheeseballs at a time!

You never know who you’ll see walking around the Fort...

Going to the wall...

First Baptist Church of Sanford, NC 919-774-4220 www.firstbaptistsanford.com Family Life Center 919-776-6137

Worship at First Baptist March 22, 2015

8:45 a.m. Dr. Jeff Clark & 11:45 a.m. “Only Jesus Saves” Hebrews 5:5-10

8:45 a.m. “In the Presence of Jehovah” with

“Like a River Glorious” arr. Tom Fettke

Hymns and Hers Choir

11:00 a.m. “Blessings” by Laura Story Jill Blum, Solo

“Have Mercy on Me”

by Dan Goeller Chancel Choir

NOTE: The FLC is open to First Baptist Church members anytime between 7:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Sunday, March 22 (FLC open by reservation only) 8:45 a.m. Worship in the Chapel 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship in the Sanctuary 5:00 p.m. SOS small groups Monday, March 23 (FLC 7:00-2:00 p.m.; 5:00-8:00 p.m.) 9:00 a.m. Morning Movers, FLC 9:00 a.m.–12:00 Weekday Education Center (M—F) 2:30-5:30 p.m. After School Care (M—F) 5:00 p.m. Zumba 5:30 p.m. TOPS, Craft Room 6:00 p.m. Chapel Voices 6:15 p.m. Pickle Ball 7:00 p.m. Ju“bell”ation Ringers Tuesday, March 24 (FLC 7:00-2:00 p.m.; 5:00-8:00 p.m.) 9:30 a.m. Different Strokes Art Class, Craft Room 10:30 a.m. Hymns and Hers Choir 12:30 p.m. Line Dancing Class 1:30 p.m. Prayer Ministry, Parlor 5:00 p.m. Zumba, gym 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts Wednesday, March 25 (FLC 7:00-2:00 p.m.) 8:30 a.m. Jobseekers, Fellowship Hall 9:00 a.m. Morning Movers, FLC 10:30 a.m. Meals on Wheels 10:30-12:00 noon Jobs for Life 4:00 p.m. Prayer and Bible Study, Chapel 5:00 p.m. FBC Meal in the Fellowship Hall 6:00 p.m. Children’s Choirs 6:15 p.m. Yoga 6:30 p.m. Acteens and Youth RA’s 6:30 p.m. SonShine Group 6:45 p.m. Mission Friends, GA’s and RA’s 6:50 p.m. Trinity Singers 7:20 p.m. Chancel Choir Thursday, March 26 (FLC 7:00-2:00 p.m.; 5:00-8:00 p.m.) 5:00 p.m. Zumba 6:00 p.m. Girl Scout 7:00 p.m. Bread Friday, March 27 (FLC 7:00 a.m. –11:00 a.m.) 9:00 a.m. Morning Movers, Gym 10:00 a.m. Line Dancing Class Saturday, March 28 (FLC open by reservation only) 8:30 a.m. Ladies’ Retreat, Fellowship Hall

Wednesday Night Meal, March 25

Baked Ham Potato Salad

Layered Green Salad Deviled Eggs

Bread, Dessert

Kitchen Helper: Peggy Womble SS Class Servers: Koinonia Class

Meal Steward: Janice Dossenbach

Mike’s Musings

Triple L - Sign-up for our trip to The Cove and Biltmore concludes this Sunday. We have several signed up but there's room for more! We will finalize reservations on Monday the 23rd. Music and Worship - It was such a joy to hear our combined choirs and instruments Sunday morning. Thanks to all who shared their talents and also to the many who told us what a blessing it was. We will once again join choirs on Palm Sunday, this time the Music Makers and Young Musicians as they process with palm branches.

Donations for Kid's Camp Needed!! Can you or your Sunday school class or group help send a child to camp this summer? Camp is a priceless experience in help-ing lead children to Christ. Any amount will be well used and greatly appreciated. Please consider helping to send a child to camp!! Donations can be dropped off in the church office. If you have any questions, please see Becky Blanchard.

If you are interested in playing softball, please call or text Frank Thompson Jr. at 919-353-2113.

Dates to Remember

HOSPITAL

SANFORD REHAB: Don Cline WESTFIELD: Jeannette Whiteman

NURSERY HOUR WORKERS March 22 workers: Rebecca Sykes; Kim Holt and girls; Anna and Drew Lucas Nursery Security Usher (Early): Mike Setzer Early Service Ushers: Larry Herron, Bill Cline

AT A GLANCE

Weekly Budget Requirement………..……………. ……….. 18,942.31 Budget Received……………………………………….…...…….. 23,575.58 Building/Capital Improvement………………………..….…… 860.00 Other………………………………………………………….…..………. 6,618.50 TOTAL…………………………………………………………………..31,054.08

Hey y’all! We had a great time at Caswell. See you at 6:00 Sun-day night at Bible study. —Jacob

Mary Richard White Oak of Kings Mountain

716 Sipes Street Kings Mountain, NC 28086

Oscar Keller 1615 Windmill Drive Sanford, NC 27330

First Baptist Church of Sanford, NC 919-774-4220 www.firstbaptistsanford.com Family Life Center 919-776-6137