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The Clarion Volume 46 Issue 12 / Volume 47 Issue 1
December 2017 / January 2018
Our mission is to Encourage, Equip and Engage our network of
churches to share the love of Christ with our communities.
Office Directory 2335 Industrial Drive
Panama City, FL
32405
(850) 785-3115
(800) 727-7707
Fax - (850) 763-9736
www.nwcbap.org
Director of Missions
Troy Varnum
Ministry Assistant Phyllis Poland
VIM Coordinator
Jennie London
FBCH Family Support Counselor
Emily Fidler
(850) 281-4446
Moderator
Craig Hodges
(850) 871-3896
Seaport Ministry
Ken Kraich
(251) 233-6221
Affirming the Positive
When we were younger, Christmas couldn’t get here soon
enough. However as we grow older we wonder where the year has
gone.
God has the benefit of not being affected by time - “With
the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are
like a day” (II Peter 3:8). His timing isn’t measured in days
or millennia, but rather by patience - “He is patient with you,
not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repent-
ance” (II Peter 3:9).
In other words, each day that delays my enjoying God’s
new heaven and new earth is a reprieve to lost sinners to experi-
ence Gods salvation which leads to that destination. So another
day that goes by where the Lord’s return is delayed is just
another sign of his grace. The same grace that delivered a baby
in a manger that we will celebrate in a few weeks. That is also
the grace that allowed that precious gift of peace and perfection
to redeem our lives for all of eternal. Not only is that worth
waiting for; it is also worth waiting on someone else to receive.
Merry Christmas,
Troy
VOLUNTEER IN MISSIONS JENNIE LONDON
Volunteer Mission Vision
Congratulations to Emily Richard, who was recently honored at the 20th Anniversary
of the Space Coast Seafarer Ministry at Port Canaveral. She and her late husband, Bill, have
served the Lord in many ways, with Mission Service Corps, Campers on Missions, Disaster
Relief and other ministries. One of the “others” was to serve as the first directors of the Sea-
farer Ministry at Port Canaveral and they laid a good foundation for it. They were also the
first directors for our Port Panama Seafarer Ministry and laid an equally good foundation
here. Thus, it is most appropriate that we take time at this season of the year to thank those
among us who have served so faithfully. So, “Thank you Emily” for your dedication to the
Lord’s work, both in the past and the present, as you continue to serve here in Panama City
through the Center of Hope.
Volunteers are needed at the Baptist Center. Substitute teachers are needed for both
Adult and Youth Bible Classes. If you feel God is leading you to serve in this way, please
call Ms. Patty Brown at 850-763-8892. The Baptist Center is also in need of non-perishable
items for the food pantry, such as: canned meats and vegetables, rice in one pound bags, dry
beans, instant potatoes, macaroni and cheese dinners, complete pancake mix, syrup, peanut
butter and jelly, spaghetti and sauce, etc. Last, but by no means the least, please pray for
God to provide an Assistant Director for the Baptist Center.
May each of you have a most Blessed Christmas Season and a rewarding and fulfilling
New Year!
In HIS Service,
Jennie
As we enter this season of celebration and joy, there is so much to celebrate and be thankful
for! Our new Licensing Specialist, Michelle Stratton-Freeman, started last week and has already
brought such a sweet spirit to our office! She is excited to be a part of this ministry and helping one
more child. She is going to be a wonderful support for our families, and a wealth of information as
well.
Now that we are fully staffed in both of our Circuit 14 offices again, we are looking forward
to new possibilities in the New Year. There are a few events coming up that we would like to share
with you:
December 5th: We will be hosting an Orientation from 6:00-7:00 at St. Andrew’s Baptist
Church. This is for anyone who would like more information about becoming a foster parent or how
to support our local ministries. Childcare is provided. We will also have refreshments.
December 8th-10th: We will have an information table set up at Emerald Coast Christmas. We
are anticipating a great event and would love for you to stop by and visit our table!
I would also like to say a special thank you to two of our local churches, Hiland Park Baptist
and New Midway Baptist who are both providing Christmas gifts for our foster children and foster
families. What a blessing it is to work with all of the churches in our Association! Churches of all siz-
es that minister in so many different communities have demonstrated God’s love for our families and
children. We could not do the ministry we do without the support of our churches. I know it pleases
the Father’s heart!
I pray that this Christmas season you will truly experience God with us! There is no greater
gift than that!
Blessings,
Emily Fidler
BSW, CWLC
Licensing Specialist
C: 850.281.4446 F: 850.763.9736
2335 Industrial Drive, Panama City, 32405
Missions Center
Update
We are making steady progress on renovations at the Mission Center, but
more volunteers are desired. Plumbing, painting, and foaming are our main
projects currently.
For more details on how you can help, contact Kelly Dickson at 850-628-0680
or Robert Denmark at 850-814-9142.
Minister’s Conference Schedule
All minister’s conferences are at the Industrial Drive location at
11 a.m. unless otherwise noted.
December
04 “Opioid Addiction and the Church,” led by Steve Sumner, Community Health Task
Force of Bay County
11 End of Year Fellowship - Lunch provided
January
01 Office Closed - Happy New Year
08 Big “C” Conversation
15 Office Closed - Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
22 Collaborative Community Ministry, led by Pat Sabistan, Crossing Paths, Inc.
29 Big C Conversation
As we start our voyage together serving the seafarers at the Port of Panama City, my wife and I want to say a big "Thank You". We are so grateful to Bro. Troy and the council of the Northwest Coast Baptist Association that has approved our ministry and have welcomed us to partner with you all
in reaching foreign seafarers with the gospel of Christ.
I have just returned from spending nearly three weeks in the Philippines visiting many of the seafarers and their families that we have ministered to in the last seven years. Many are attended good fundamental churches and their families have been changed through Christ Jesus. One church plant has been established by a second officer in the island of Leyte that was saved about 4 years ago
at the port of Mobile. All glory goes to God.
Please pray for us! We can do nothing unless the Spirit of God goes before us and directs our paths for one's that are lost, don't know the name of Christ, or are seeking Him. If I can ever share the ministry with you or your people just call. I would be honored to
share this great ministry.
Bro. Ken Kraich
Seaport Ministries 251-233-6221
[email protected] www.SeaportMinistries.org
Seaport Ministries Ken Kraich, Director
Check out our Web site at
www.nwcbap.org
Please verify your church
information and let us know
if corrections are needed.
If you have a new staff
member, please send us
the name, staff position,
beginning start date,
birthday (no year needed),
and if married, spouse
name, anniversary date
The Baptist Center is currently looking for an Assistant Administrator.
If you feel led or know of someone who may be interested, please contact
Patty Brown at 850-763-8892. This is an amazing ministry that impacts
the community around the Center.
December Wedding Anniversaries
12 (’92) Boyd (Jenny) Evans, Pastor, FBC, PSJ
16 Sharon (Charles) Boulian, Ministry Assistant, Carlisle BC
20 (’80) Sheila (Michael) Murphy, Secretary-Springfield Baptist
31 (‘70) Rochelle (Joe) Killam, Secretary-Hiland Park
January Wedding Anniversaries
1 (’06) Dr. Anita (Victor) Dillard, Evangelist/Minister of Worship, New Bethel Missionary
2 (’99) Bobby (Olga) Alexander, Youth, FBC, PSJ
30 (’82) Janet (Ronnie) Hogan, Fin. Secretary-FBC, Port St. Joe
December Staff Anniversaries
1 (‘95) Paula Pace, Secretary-FBC, Callaway
2 (‘13) Rita Chambers, Min. Asst. GBBC
17 (‘07) Rick Mitchell, Associate Pastor/Administration - SABC
January Staff Anniversaries
1 (’64) Dr. Linward Barnes, Academy Director, New Bethel Missionary
1 (’03) Phyllis Poland, Ministry Assistant, Association.
5 (’05) Parnell Smith, Pastor, New Bethel Missionary
5 (’05) Dr. Anita Dillard, Evangelist/Minister of Worship, New Bethel Missionary
21 (‘04) Bonnie Hirons, Receptionist/Secretary, FBC, Panama City
December Birthdays
6 Mike Stroud, Pastor-FBC, Wewa
9 Jason Parker, Pastor, Rock Solid
21 Holly Lemons, Secretary-FBC, Apalachicola
29 Rick Mitchell, Associate Pastor/Administration – St. Andrew BC
January Birthdays
16 Connie Raffield, Secretary – Immanuel BC
17 Eddie LaFountain, Pastor – FBC, Mexico Beach
20 Mike Vosbrink, Pastor – FBC Deerpoint Lake
21 Vicki Ruth, Financial secretary. – FBC, Callaway
25 Doug White, Music Minister. – St. Andrew BC
DECEMBER 2017 / JANUARY 2018
“And the two shall become one…”
Northwest Coast Baptist Association’s
Christmas Special Events
First Baptist Church of Lynn Haven Sunday, December 2, 6:00 p.m. “Hark the Herald”
1005 Ohio Ave, Lynn Haven
First Baptist Deerpoint Lake Sunday, December 3, 5:00 p.m. The Covenant Players
5940 Highway 2311, Panama City
Emerald Coast Fellowship & “Emerald Coast Christmas”
Woodstock Panama City Beach Friday, December 8, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Aaron Bessant Park (Pier Park) Saturday, December 9, 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 10, 2:00 - 8:00 p.m.
First Baptist Deerpoint Lake Sunday, December 10, 10:15 a.m. “Emmanuel, Celebrating
5940 Highway 2311, Panama City Heaven’s Child”
Cornerstone Baptist Church Sunday, December 10, 6:00 p.m. “The Greatest Story Ever Told”
213 Carolyn Ave, Panama City Beach
St Andrew Baptist Church Tuesday, December 12, 7:00 p.m. “The 12th Day of Christmas”
At the Marina Civic Center
Family of God West Campus Friday, December 15, 6:30 p.m. “He Has Come”
4101 E. 21st Street, Panama City
Carlisle Baptist Church Saturday, December 16, 6:00 p.m. “The Most Wonderful Time
835 S. Berthe Ave, Callaway Sunday, December 17, 10:45 a.m. Of the Year”
Springfield Baptist Church Sunday, December 17, 10:45 a.m. “The Best Gift of All”
3615 Third Street, Springfield
First Baptist Church of Lynn Haven Sunday, December 17, 6:00 p.m. “A Night of Christmas
1005 Ohio Ave, Lynn Haven Worship”
Eastpoint Baptist Church Sunday, December 17, 4:00 p.m. “Christmas Extravaganza”
447 Ave A, Eastpoint
First Baptist Church Callaway Sunday, December 17, 11:00 a.m. “Mary, Did You Know?”
6930 Highway 22, Callaway
Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Saturday, December 23, 7:00 p.m. Annual Christmas Program
5933 Highway 79, Ebro
When:
December 1, 2017, 7:00 p.m.
Where:
Immanuel Baptist Church
216 College Ave
Panama City, FL 32401
What:
A joint Christmas Service and all you have to do is show up!!
A love offering will be received.
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