Join Us For Worship

Sunday: Sunday School & Morning Worship: 9:30 &11:00 a.m. Wednesday: Activities for children, students and adults at 6:30 p.m.

Bayside Staff:

Terry Rolen Lead Pastor

Molli Craddock Adult Ministries Pastor

Jeannie Zier Director of Children’s Ministries

Mickey Taylor Student Ministry Pastor

Jason Todd Creative Arts Pastor

Tim Willoughby Pastoral Counselor

Rick Kuntz Children’s Ministry Assistant

Emily Baber Office Administrator

Heidi Petitt Children’s Ministry Admin. Assist.

Tracey Glisson Creative Arts Admin. Assistant

Lori Horne Student Ministry Admin. Assistant

Heather Roush Administrative Assistant

Harry Motter Facility Manager

Kevin Freed Technical Director

1. Woo Hoo, No Summer Slump!

So summer 2016 is in the books and another huge “Thank You” is in or-der. As you may recall, if you are a regular reader of the newsletter, I wrote in June’s newsletter about “skipping the dip.” Historically in the church (and all non-profits for that matter) June, July, and August usher in the annual dreaded “summer dip.” The dip is the annual deep drop in contributions, which often creates real angst for the church budget. Well I have some good news to report. We prayed that we could skip the dip this year. And while we did have a dip in our attendance (largely related to the short 7-week summer created by the school calendar change), I am thrilled to report to you that not only did we skip the dip financially, our 2016 summer giving was the best summer we’ve seen in 5 years! It is truly a God-thing and thank you for faithfully giving to Bayside. It is making a huge difference and is allowing us to roll into the busy Autumn season in a very strong financial position.

2. Beach Baptisms

I also want to celebrate the 18 peo-ple who followed the Lord in Bap-tism last month at our beach bap-tism at Howard Park. It was a per-fect day in every way! The weather was perfect, the Spirit was strong, and the support of 200+ who showed up to witness our friends’

baptisms was a highpoint of the summer. Our incredible staff and volun-teers coordinated the entire event to perfection. Well done, Bayside!

3. Well Done.

On the topic of ‘well done’… our dear friend and sister in Christ, Emily Baber, comes to mind. For 30 years she has served the Lord, the people of Bayside, and five Senior Pastors in her role as Office Manag-er. And she has done so with all of her heart, soul, mind and strength. By way of comparison, 30 years ago I was a high school freshman just learning to drive! Jason Todd wasn’t even born! And Mickey Taylor was-n’t yet in middle school! Thirty years ago Emily and Doug began to pour their lives out in service to a small but growing congregation in Clearwater. Today Emily’s finger-prints and heart can be seen all over Bayside. She has served exem-plarily and we are going to miss her in the office soooo much! And honestly we are a little afraid too, because she promises to write a tell-all book that is sure to be a best seller. Emily, we love you and are honored to have worked for the Lord alongside you. And we are touched by your Christ-like, impec-cable service for 3 decades to our church family. Well done my friend, well done!

Three Celebrations & A Wire Nut

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The Wire Nut

I told this story a few Sunday’s back during the I love My Church Series and thoughts I’d offer it again here. A few weeks ago Kristy and I were away for the weekend when we received a call from our daughter. She was clearly upset because apparently she had hit the side of the garage as she was pulling the car out. The damage to the car was minimal but what was the greater concern was that garage door was stuck and wouldn’t close. After asking a few questions, I had a hunch I knew what was wrong. So I asked her to look on the ground for a little orange cap (I learned it’s called a wire nut). Scanning the ground, she spotted the wire nut confirming that it was on the ground. “There are probably two wires that are dangling unconnected,” I responded. “Yes” she said. “Well twist the two wires together and use the wire nut to bind them together. And then try the door opener again’” I instructed. She did and of course the door worked.

I think a lot of people are like those disconnected wires. Disconnected from God. Like a live wire they are dis-connected from their source and things just aren’t working. Jesus is, if you will, the connecter that reconnects us with the God who loves us. Our mission to the world is kind of like my conversation with my daughter. We point them to the one who reconnects us, and makes life work.

Stay connected because exciting things are happening!

You are loved,

begins

September 14th

at 6:30pm

On Sunday, September 11, Bayside will join hundreds of other congregations across the country and around the world for a special day of prayer. Invite your friends and plan to attend this unique experience that will combine scripture, music, and prayers for individuals, our church, our community, our coun-try, and the world.

Sign up for Fall Connect Groups

at our Connect Event,

Sunday, September 25

4:30 - 6:00pm

Sunday, August 14

6:30pm

Fred Howard Park,

Tarpon Springs

Molli Craddock Pastor of Adult Ministries

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Bunco Night ,

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Tuesday Morning

Women’s Group

The Dove Circle The Dove Circle, open to women

of all ages, will be restarting on Saturday, September 17th at a new location: I.H.O.P. (30200 US Hwy 19 N, Clearwater, FL 33761). I.H.O.P. is on the south-west corner of Curlew Rd & US Hwy 19 (same strip mall as Home Depot & Staples). We also have a new start time of 11:30 a.m. We have a great speaker lined up so come and join us! If you have any questions, please feel free to call Lynda Taylor at 727-771-8209.

School has begun and routine is back in full swing! There are lots of great things happen-

ing in The Harbor. We are talking about what is means to be part of a team/group—the

title of the series is “Squad Goals.” We will talk about accountability, unity, common

goals, communication, sacrifice, practice, and having a good coach. Connect groups are

going great. We have added dinner each night for $4. They can sign up on Sunday and

let us know they will be eating on Wednesday and we will have it ready when they arrive at 6:15.

State Youth Convention is fast approaching and students are going to be working hard to raise funds to help

offset the cost of the trip. The corn hole tournament is September 18, the cost is $20 and you can sign up

in the lobby. We are hosting a golf tournament October 22. You can play in the tournament, help by spon-

soring a hole, or provide sponsorship for prizes. The last thing that we have going on is a pumpkin patch

that will begin on October 15. It will be right on the grounds and we will have opportunities to serve and

help with our 1st pumpkin patch. If you can help with any of these, or if you have questions, feel free to

contact us. mickey@baysidechurch.net or lori@baysidechurch.net.

Mickey Taylor Student Ministry Pastor

The Harbor Student Ministries @harborsm

City of Refuge is a nonprofit organization located in Pinellas County that provides Housing, Rehabilitation and Training to recently released incarcerated females. With your help we are able to improve the quality of life of the women, their families and the community we serve: which includes educa-tion, job assistance, housing, life skills, Christian discipleship, and much more.

This year’s Benefit Luncheon is scheduled for September 25, 2016, 1:00 PM, which will be held at the Rusty Pelican Res-taurant, located at 2425 North Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL. The luncheon will include guest speaker, Elaine Davis, a time of praise & worship, testimonies, raffle and an auction. Tickets are $30.00 per person and $19.00 for children 10 years or younger. Tickets can be purchased in our church lobby beginning Sunday, September 4th through Sunday, September 18th.

See Regina Mears or Alice Hall for more information.

Jeannie Zier Director of Children’s Ministries

Say What ???

Jesus said some amazing things while he walked the earth—some of which

caused the people around to ponder...“Say What”??? Your kids 1st—5th

grades are unpacking the words of Jesus and figuring out how those words will

make a difference in their lives.

Preschool & Kindergarten have been asked questions too. What is the Bible & why is it

important? How do we Pray?? We are also reinforcing for them; Jesus Loves YOU and

wants to be your forever friend!!

For all ages we strive to teach the kids to be more like Jesus. As we all grow and de-

velop our faith we must remember What Jesus said “dear children, let us not love with

words or speech but with actions and in truth.” I John 3:18

We are excited for a great season to “Fall in love with Jesus.”

Upcoming Opportunities!!

Parenting Class begins September 18th—register online at baysidechurch.net

Every parent is welcome—don’t miss this great class!

Marriage Weekend is coming in October 7-8 — register online

Kid Faith begins in October at 9:30 for kids seeking more information regarding baptism or

understanding their salvation. RSVP to jeannie@baysidechurch.net

Child Dedication coming this fall in October, contact Jeannie for details

Kids’ Crew Applications for 4th & 5th grade students are being accepted. Sept.25 is parent

and student training—please RSVP to rick@baysidechurch.net

Places to serve in Children’s Ministry:

Small Groups: Sun. @ 9:30 & 11 and Wed.6:30—7:30

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) 1st Friday of the month 9am—12pm

Event & Ministry planning & hospitality

Kids’ Choir (musicians & participants welcome)

Come and serve at Bayside and get Connected to the mission

“More People Becoming More Like Jesus”

Worshipping Jesus—Getting Connected—Taking Action

Primetimers, join us on Tuesday, Sept. 13 at noon in the Kids’

Club for our monthly potluck luncheon. We will enjoy a cir-

cus themed program presented by Razzmatazz Enter-

tainment. Bring a dish or two to share, bring your

friends and sign up at the Welcome Desk. Our mission pro-

ject this month will be to "serve the community" and we will

collect snack items for the children at the Mattie Williams Center. Pick up a list of suggested items when

you sign up.

September Outing Primetimers, join us at Sonnys BBQ on US Highway. 19 N (corner of US 19 & Curlew Rd.) on Friday,

September 30 at 11:30am. If you would like to ride the bus, we will meet at Bayside at 11am.

Please Remember In Prayer:

Serving in our Military: PVT2 Caleb Glisson—son of Dixie & Tracey Glisson—serving in the Army Brock Hildebrand—grandson of Dewayne & Jody Hehl—serving in the U.S. Air Force Naval Petty Officer Corey Loveless— grandson of Dan & Nita Boesswetter LCPL Alec Andre—grandson of Bill & Maureen Andre— serving in the USMC

San Francisco, CA 94110

Glenn Bautz Carmen Bladt Dan Boesswetter Kimberly Caudill Sandi Diem John Dobrowski Shannon Dundas

Joyce Ketcham Martha Lee Karmen McKaskell Ginger Okerstrom Faith Osborne Richard Ressiger Angela Roberts

Gil Gavigan Jim Green Debbie Griner Bill Henry Cheryl Jewell Debbie Keck Rusty Kelly

Cheri Schulert Steve Schulert Bob Smith Cathy Tucker Sharon Unruh Deb Westerlund Vi Whiteherse

ATTENDANCE OFFERINGS

WORSHIP GENERAL FUND BUILDING FUND

8/7 437 $ 21,632.83 115.00

8/14 585 17,236.98 384.40

8/21 596 29,153.78 155.00

8/28 623 17,290.13 5.00

For The Record

It was of great comfort to know the Bayside

Church Family was praying for me during my recent one

week stay in the hospital. Thank you, Molli, and Doug

Hilkert for your visits and prayers. Thank you also for

the lovely dish garden, cards and phone calls.

In His Name,

Neil Shriner

Thank you to my wonderful church family for

the plant, cards, and prayers during my knee replace-

ment surgery. Your concern and kindness are deeply

appreciated and means so much to me.

Love,

Jan Robinson

Bayside!!Oh how I miss you all.

I can’t thank everyone enough for thinking

about me—all the rest of everyone else serving around

the world. The journey is long and tough but our God is

faithful. I am currently in the shipyard (attached to the

USS Nimitz) in Washington and we are supposed to be

headed out to sea in October. I have about 7 months left.

I would’ve never dreamed I would be married—it is so

much fun and he is my blessing through it all.

Pastor Tim I want to thank you for your very encourag-

ing letter. It was very thoughtful. I actually was having

a rough day when I received the box and read your letter.

Please pass on my thank you’s to the rest of the church

who took the time to send me snacks, books and most

importantly, love.

I appreciate every single one of you.

Love,

Katie Seiple

Our deepest sympathy and prayers to:

Pat Salatin and family on the passing of Pat’s mother, Dorothea Sump-ter on August 14th

Tim & Jane Willoughby and family on the passing of Tim’s sister, Donna on August 18th.

Holly & Jordan King and family on the passing of Holly’s mother, Aloma Alford on August 23rd.

Sandy & Dale Wright and family on the passing of Sandy’s father, Jim Tengler on August 30th.

A convenient way to give is

through our website. You

can make one-time dona-

tions or set it up to make

recurring donations on a

weekly, bi-weekly or

monthly basis.

Visit http://baysidechurch.net/#/bayside/online-giving

if you would like to take advantage of this

convenient way to give.

If you need additional information,

please contact the church office, 727.669.7212.