The Banner The Lord is My Banner. Exodus 17:15 July 15, 2020

First Baptist Church, Cuero P.O. Box 803 408 N. Gonzales Cuero, TX 77954 361-275-3401 (office)

www.fbccuero.org

Note From The Pastor Dr. Glenn E. Robertson, Sr. Pastor

I announced Sunday we are not able to have children’s Sunday School at this time. I have heard that some are disappointed.

Please understand, we are not cancelling Sunday School for children because of the virus. We are having to suspend classes for

that age group because we do not have workers to make it happen. Many of our teachers are of an age that the virus becomes

a major threat to them. If I have younger people who would be willing to take those positions and serve Sunday after Sunday,

we could have classes for the children and have a nursery. At the present, we do not have volunteers to staff the nursery and

classes for the 3-4 grades and 5-6 grades.

It seems that most people got along fine with having separate places for those who wear masks and those who prefer not to

wear masks. We will keep that going for the time being. We are not taking temperatures of people who enter. If on the other

hand, you would like to have someone do this, we have a digital thermometer at the entry way.

I realize that the viral pandemic, plus all of the other things happening in our nation, has put everyone on edge. I do ask that

you make every effort to love one another. People have differences in how they respond to these issues. Our task as followers

of Christ is to imitate His love for everyone. If you are critical of those you disagree with, you will no longer be listening to the

voice of God. Instead, you will find yourself full of judgment and become loveless. Remember, the devil is the accuser of the

brethren. Don’t imitate him.

Our nation needs God! Indeed, we need spiritual revival. I encourage you to find more time for prayer. Pray for your own need

of repentance. If you are in sin in areas of your life, then let the Holy Spirit lead you to change those areas. When you change,

you are repenting. Turn away from the flesh. Turn toward God. This Sunday I will begin a new series called: The Gospel for the

End Times. If our nation does not find the way to repentance and revival, then Christianity in our nation will soon look like it

does in China. Will you be ready for the persecution that is coming? Will you stand with Jesus when the whole world hates

you?

9 "Then you will be handed over to be persecuted and put to death, and you will be hated by all nations because of me. 10 At that time many will turn away from the faith and will betray and hate each other, 11 and many false prophets will appear and deceive many people. 12 Because of the increase of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold, 13 but he who stands firm to the end will be saved. (Matt. 24:9-13 NIVO) As it was in the first century, so it will occur again in the final days. Pastor Glenn

Note from Steven:

Pastor of Youth & Family

Unfortunately, Preteen camp has been canceled by Highland Lakes due to Covid. My heart breaks for the students who were looking forward to having this experience, but I know that God will work this for His ultimate good. In an effort to minister to our Preteens, our youth leader and preteen leaders will be having activities throughout the week that Preteen Camp previously occupied. We will have a campfire, Splashway field trip, messy and wet games, and a sleepover in the church. Clowns, games, food, worship, the gospel presentation, and much more will be seen and heard by our preteens over the week. I would appreciate your prayers for each one of students and adults during this time.

This past Sunday, we had 25 students for Sunday evening board game night! I would like to provide our students with a meal each Sunday evening, as this seems to help promote them bringing friends previously unwilling to come. I am asking for volunteers to help me in this ministry to our community. If you are able to help, please contact me at 361-412-1095 or steven@fbccuero.org. I am looking for individuals or teams to provide a meal and dessert, and to assist in clean up from the 6 to 7 PM hour each Sunday evening. Thank you in advance for your willingness to serve in this manner!

In Christ,

Steven Reece

Larry’s Notes

Pastor of Music & Worship

CORONAVIRUS BLUES

It’s easy to get down because of the coronavirus. I’ve been struggling with it off and on myself. When I am writing

an uplifting, encouraging newsletter column to you, I am writing it for me as well.

One of the things that I appreciated about school was that you knew when it was going to be over. Pass or fail,

you knew once you turned in that final exam, the semester or the year was completed. You got a definite date for clo-

sure. Real life usually isn’t as informative.

Maybe I missed it, but I am pretty sure that we didn’t get a coronavius syllabus earlier in the year. So, we don’t

know what’s on the tests or even when the tests are. We don’t know the ending date. We don’t have a list of re-

sources on how to manage our church, our homes, and our businesses during a pandemic. We have to figure it out

as we go, and coronavirus is unforgiving.

As we struggle with day to day living, let us not lose sight of the big picture. Someday, this thing will end. Then

what? For the Church and for Christians, the big picture is the Gospel and the kingdom of God. May we seek the

Lord, not only for the strength we need today, but also for the vision He has for us. Personally, I frequently get caught

with coping with the crisis of the moment and forget to look up and take in the entire situation.

So, as we deal with the covid circumstances, may we look to the Lord on how to continue to minister. May we

stay close to Him through prayer, Bible study, and worship. And, keep praying for that vaccine!

PRAYER REQUEST

Charles Benton Bertha Buch

Rory Henry Bernice Hargrove

Lee Tillman Betty Whitten

Glenn Portis Pearl Kornfurehrer

Barbara Bowman Lori Robertson

Mary Wood Mary Bird

Chester Wallace Colby Spencer

Vic Hoffman

Stewardship

July 12, 2020

10,676.54

9,240.23

64.94

298,943.12

312,705.88

21,063.73

276,661.42

Renovation

Week To Date Giving

Month To Date Giving

Year To Date Giving

Monthly Note Payment

Loan Balance

Budget Requirements

Budget Receipts

Designated Receipts

Requirements Year To Date

Received Year To Date

Month To Date Expenses

Year To Date Expenses

2,552.50

4,377.50

74,859.26

11,583.95

1,947.098.45

July 19 - 25 Tiffany Kurtz - 19

Danielle Golibart - 19 Jasey Rogers - 19 Jean Causey - 20 Trent Watson - 21

Caraline Galindo - 21 Jennifer Heil - 22 Scott Nichols - 22 June Benton - 23

Duncan Stewart - 23 Emily Patterson - 24 Alex Proctor - 25

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Deacon of the Week

July 19, 2020

Ray Reese

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OPERATION CHRISTMAS SHOEBOX 300 boxes have been packed to date

30 were packed by VBS Missions

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

It’s that time of year again Laurie needs a break from the church office. Looking for volunteers to work in the office mainly taking phone calls, nothing too strenuous. IF you are interested in helping out please call me so that I can work up a schedule. Even if you can only work a half day.

The dates are July 27th – 31st, and August 3rd – 7th. Thanks, Laurie 361-275-3401

The True Cost of Persecution

July 23rd at 7 pm

Come participate in person or watch Live Stream

@ FBCCuero.org on the Media tab

*A night to honor one modern day martyr

*A night to remember the cost of being called “Christian”

*A night to pray for brothers and sisters around the globe who are

persecuted and to pray for OUR part in this Kingdom call.

Sponsored by a group of prayer partners @FBCCuero