FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, HARRISON

JANUARY, 2017 VOL. 62 NO. 1

The true meaning of love…Christ died for us. John 3:16 FBC Challenger

The

ORIENTATION

for 2017

FBCH

Committees

Sunday,

January 15th

5:00 pm

Fellowship Hall

All Committee

Members

are urged to attend

Making a

Difference

Working

Together

Concludes Sunday Evenings

January 22nd & 29th

6:00 pm

OUTREACH

INREACH

NIGHT

Sunday night

January 8th at 5:00

All hands on deck

for contacting

Sunday School members

and FBCH prospects.

You can make

calls, visits, or write cards.

It’s an hour of contacts

because we care – and a short

time that can make

a BIG difference.

Thinking about the New Year

The Bible has a unique ministry in our lives, and there would be no

better plan for the next 365 days than to make a fresh commitment to

read, study, and apply the Word of God.

Reading God’s Word gives us special strength as Christians and a renewed

hope. God’s Word changes lives. Go deeper into God’s Word this year.

FBCH Special Guests for 2017

Sunday, January 22 Dr. Sonny Tucker As Executive Director of the Arkansas Baptist Convention, Dr. Tucker has a

“big picture” view of the needs and opportunities of churches just like FBCH.

He will be sharing a great word of encouragement and admonition as we

start the New Year.

Sunday, February 12 The Singing Contractors in Concert

Aaron Gray and Josh Arnett became viral sensations with over

14 million views of their videos. These real life contractors would break

into song while building homes. Little did they realize the ministry it

would become. They have now been featured on several major networks

and have sung in some of America’s largest churches – Prestonwood in

Dallas for one. Check them out on YouTube.

Sunday,-Wednesday, April 2-5 Dr. Herb Reavis Our spring revival effort will be led by one of Southern Baptist’s most

dynamic preachers. Dr. Reavis is the long time senior pastor of the great

North Jacksonville (FL) Baptist Church. These meetings will be the

culmination of our 40 DAYS ADVENTURE which begins February 19.

Sunday, August 26-27 Dr. Alan Branch

As Professor of Christian Ethics at Midwestern Southern Baptist Seminary,

Dr. Branch helps prepare students for real world culture clashes. This Army

Reserves Chaplain who served a tour in the Middle East brings to us a

“Worldview Weekend” which will help us provide Biblical answers to

difficult questions.

Friday-Saturday, October 27-28 Dr. Randy and Jeanne Davis Looking for a boost for your marriage? The Davises bring their

“Home Improvement” conference to help every married couple grow

the “ministry of marriage.” We will learn (and laugh) while under-

standing everyone is “a bit of a fixer-upper.” Dr. Davis serves as

Executive Director of Tennessee Baptist Convention after 30+ years as

a pastor. Jeanne is a sought after women’s conference speaker whose

experience includes teaching a young couple’s classes including one at FBC, Sevierville,

TN of 70-80 in attendance.

What’s happening in FBCH Student Ministry…?

Youth Mystery Retreat group picture Christmas Caroling

December was a great month of activity for our student ministry, even though it was a short month

with only two Wednesday night gatherings. The student ministry Christmas caroling night on December 7th

was a cold and bitter night, but the students that attended brought great Christmas cheer and joy to some of

our FBCH senior adults. I believe the students enjoyed as much as the senior adults that we were able to

minister to. The student ministry Christmas party was on December 14th. We enjoyed Christmas games,

gifts, music, food, and a Christmas devotional.

January brings the start of a new calendar year and I hope the start of a great second semester for

all our students. We are tentatively planning a 5th Quarter party after the Goblin basketball game on January

20th. In January we will also start promoting, getting information out, and signing up for an event called the

Lift Tour which will be on February 3-4th in Rogers, Arkansas. This is a youth conference that will challenge

us and inspire us in our walk with the Lord. The cost for this event will be $40.

ROC Ministry Volunteers Needed!!! Tuesday—2:00-4:00pm Wednesday—8:00-10:00am Thursday—2:00-4:00pm

Upward Volunteers

will be needed on Saturdays

starting January 21, 2017

until March 11, 2017

for working concessions and referees.

Please keep a look out for sign-ups or

contact Ryan if you are interested in helping.

Senior Adult Luncheon

Tuesday, January 17 11:30 am

Special Guests: Hilltop Praise

Lunch will be provided

You bring the desserts, please.

Come join us

for a fun time of fellowship and music!

HARRISON, AR 72601

PERMIT NO. 73 NON-PROFIT ORG.

fbc@fbcharrison.org

FBC Harrison FBCH Students

www.fbcharrison.org

www.truelife.org

Our Purpose: First Baptist Church exists to help people develop loving relationships with God and with others.

Our Staff: Rob E. Davis Jr. Senior Pastor Dave Hart Assoc. Pastor Music/Sr. Adults

Ryan Puls Assoc. Pastor Youth/Recreation Renee Cates Preschool Director Susan Anderson Financial Secretary Betty Johnson Receptionist/Secretary Ron Pittman Facility Supervisor

First Baptist Church

P.O. Box 996

Harrison, AR 72602

Return Service Requested

“The Fruit of the Holy Spirit…What is Kindness?”

The resulting character of someone who is allowing the Holy Spirit to

develop maturity in his or her life. In the KJV kindness is called

“gentleness”.

Kindness is the characteristic that led God to provide salvation for us.

Kindness leads God to give us green pastures, quiet waters, and the

restoration of our souls when we’re weary. It is God’s tender care

that make Him want to gather us under His wings, to protect us and

keep us close to Him. On multiple occasions, kindness induced Jesus

to stop what He was doing and help others in need. And kindness

leads the Good Shepherd to rescue us when we stray.

When we exhibit the kindness of God, we are tender, benevolent, and

useful to others. Every action, every word will have the flavor of

grace in it. To maintain this attitude toward those we love is hard

enough. To express kindness toward those who are against us

requires the work of God. That is why kindness is a fruit of the

Spirit. You cannot help but be more kind to others if God’s love is

flowing through you.

A Kind Person: Gives Forgives Is thoughtful

Smiles, even in tough situations Is attractive

Is willing to be second

Does not insist on having his or her own way

Takes pleasure in pleasing others

Has a pleasant disposition Has goodness of heart

Has concern for others Is gentle

Is warm-hearted Is merciful

Is understanding Uses kind words

With these qualities you will not only be able to touch others and do

wonders for them, but you will also be able to touch yourself...it will

make you feel so much better.

PRACTICE KINDNESS… What a good characteristic

of a Christian and what this world needs more of.

SUNDAY,

JANUARY 1st

No Sunday School

Morning Worship

at 10 am

No Evening Worship

Church Office & ROC

closed on January 2nd

EXTENDED

SESSION WORKERS

BIRTHS

SUNDAY WORSHIP 10:00 a.m.

January 1st… Babies: Amanda

1 Year Olds: Lisa Hudson, Emily Crow

2 Year Olds: Deana Reed and Girls

3 & 4 Year Olds: Derek & Stephanie Henderson

January 15th… Babies: Amanda

1 Year Olds: Jennifair & Olivia Ditmanson

2 Year Olds: Barbara & Stephanie Mason

3 & 4 Year Olds: Cory & Paige Estes

January 29th… Babies: Amanda

1 Year Olds: Joyce Pittman, Kate Hughes

2 Year Olds: Mark & Renetta Mistler

3 & 4 Year Olds: Steve & Dixie Shrum

You are invited to the Harrison Christian Women’s Connection

January Luncheon

Tuesday, January 10, 2017 12:00 – 2:00 pm

1st Christian Church 915 S. Maple

Speaker: Carol John .. “The Guest of a Special Child”

Music: Susan Duncan Special Feature: The Call, Laura Stephens

Tickets: $7.50

For Reservations call: Linda @ 741-5930

Extended to Amanda (Raynor) Jones

and Family

on the passing of her father, Max Jones,

of Harrison, Arkansas.

Extended to Bryan Wheeler and Family

on the passing of his grandmother,

Lillian Harrell, of Beebe, Arkansas.

Extended to Bob Wilson and Family

on the passing of his sister-in-law,

Johnnie Fortner, of Yellville, Arkansas.

Extended to Jan Revard and Family

on the passing of her StepFather,

Jack Peters, of Fayetteville, Arkansas.

With Sympathy

Budget Receipts

November 20th—December 18th

$125,823.30

Received to Date: $904,142.40 Required to Date: $948,861.12

Congratulations to: Mary Purselley

on the birth of her Great Great Granddaughter...

Annabelle Ruth Adams

Born: November 20 8 lbs. 2 ozs.

(Parents: Landon & Katie Adams) (Great Grandmother: Linda Purselley)

Congratulations to: Jim & Becky Kirkland

on the birth of their Granddaughter…

Lakyn Schaeffer

Born: November 30 6 lbs. 11 ozs.

(Mother: Jordan Schaeffer)

Congratulations to: David & Ronelle Tallant

on the birth of their Son…

Hawthorne Zachariah Tallant

Born: December 19 7.9 lbs.

(Grandmother: Brenda Tallant)

Be A

Good

Steward

Dear First Baptist:

Thank you for sharing your

festive “Thanksgiving 2016”

dinner with the residents of the

domestic violence shelter.

Sincerely, Tammy Smith

Executive Director of the Sanctuary, Inc.

January 8th… Babies: Amanda

1 Year Olds: Freda Keller, Karin Nabors

2 Year Olds: Evan & Jenny Cowling

3 & 4 Year Olds: Jonathan & Jessyka Dove

January 22nd… Babies: Amanda

1 Year Olds: Shelly Hyatt, Jan Revard

2 Year Olds: Chris & Mary McNew

3 & 4 Year Olds: Troy & Carolyn Rook

Since:

October

2016

By Profession of Faith & Baptism:

Trey Crowder

Coulter McCuistion

By Statement: Thomas Batson

Laura Bailey

Sunday

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And ROC

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LUNCHEON 11:30 am

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Morning Worship

Special Guest:

Dr. Sonny Tucker

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VISION FUND

Thank You

for your

faithful giving!

Pledged to Date:

$155,264.00

Received to Date:

$140,496.68 6 pm

6 pm

2017

Sunday School

8:50 am

Sunday Morning

Worship

10:00 am

Business

Meeting

Joy makes our hearts

a little lighter

Love

makes our friends

a little dearer

Faith

makes our paths

a little clearer

Hope

makes our lives

a little brighter

Peace

brings us all

a little nearer

After

Game

BEGIN

YOUTH