FBC Carthage E-News for May 6, 2013

FBC Carthage E-News

May 6, 2013

Good Morning,

This is an exciting week as both Smith County and Gordonsville High Schools have their graduations.  In addition, many of the colleges and universities have graduation this weekend as well.  Congratulations to our high school and college graduates for the accomplishment of their diplomas/degrees.  Be praying for the graduates this week:

High School Graduates  

Ryan Angel

Tommy Lee Bane

Mary Lynn Bush

Mary Michael Denney

Madison Dillon

Spencer Hackett

Hailey Hendry

College Graduates

Zach Brubaker     Carson Newman University

Greg Dowell         University of Tennessee

Rhonda Ethridge  Tennessee Tech University

Tim Frank            Liberty University

Katie Goolsby      Tennessee Tech University

Logan Hackett      Police Academy

Samantha Key      Nashville School of Law

Lauren Nesbitt     Vol State

Michelle Piper      Union University

Andrea Qualls      Middle Tennessee State University

Taylor Reece        Middle Tennessee State University

Carter Robinson   Tennessee Tech University

Audrey Russell     Trevecca University

Jordan Shoulders Cumberland University

Erin Tackett                   Lipscomb University

  

Vacation Bible School is coming quickly, June 10-14.  I have listed the workers and schedules at the end of this e-news.  Be praying for the workers and students as they plan for the week.  We are looking forward to seeing the Lord move in a great way and many come to salvation through faith in Jesus.  By the way, it’s not too late to volunteer as a worker in VBS.  Contact Kristina Hall or Rhonda Ethridge for more information.

Have a blessed week:

Bro. Tim

Here’s the news for the week:

1.      The Women on Missions group will meet tonight at 6:30 PM in the Christian Life Center. They will discuss several up-coming mission events including Backyard Bible Club at Project Circle.  All ladies are invited to attend.

2.      The Senior Adult Fellowship will meet on Tuesday, May 7 at 11:00 AM and travel to Nick’s Restaurant in Cookeville for lunch.  All adults 55+ are invited to join us.

3.     The May Church Business Meeting will be this Wednesday night, May 8 at 6:30 PM in the Sanctuary.  There will reports on the ministry of the church and a recommendation to begin a ministry through video media.

4.     The postal carriers will be collecting non-perishable food this Saturday, May 11 for distribution through the Smith County Help Center.  Each month this ministry serves the needy in Smith County through food boxes, as well as through utility assistance.

5.     This Sunday, May 12 is Mother’s Day and we will present a gift to all mothers.  If your mom doesn’t regularly attend FBC Carthage, invite her to join you this Sunday.

6.     Parents - As the school year ends and summer begins, please be reminded and remain aware of the value of faith-based summer reading for your child's spiritual and academic growth and success. Our FBC Children's, Tweens' and Teens' Library collection is updated, varied, and extensive. See the bulletin board near the library for more information (including a soon-to-come list of titles grouped by interest and grade-level appropriateness). Put on your sunglasses (that bright green paint is not getting any dimmer!), and stop by the church library with your child.

7.     Michal Deaver and Anna Maxwell will be traveling on mission to the Dominican Republic on two separate mission trips with SCORE International.  Anna will be participating in a Sport Team in July 2013 and Michal will be a part of a Medical Team in February 2014.

8.     Speaking of mission trips, there is still opportunity for you to join in the Mission Montana Team 2013 for our trip June 23 – July 3.  We will conduct Vacation Bible School, have community events, and help with several projects at the First Baptist Church in Poplar, Montana.  The next planning meeting will be May 19 at 4:00 PM in the classroom to the right of the Sanctuary. 

9.     The youth will be serving with other youth groups in our county in ReFuel 2013 on May 28-31.  This community mission project will focus on ministry needs in our homes and community.  One need we have for ReFuel is projects for the students to work on during the week.  If you have a need or know of others in your neighborhood who have needs around their house, let us know by contacting Bro. Jeff at 736-1929.

10.                            An Associational Children’s Day Camp will be held at New Middleton Baptist Church on May 20-23 for children in grades 1-6.  The cost for the Day Camp is $15 which includes lunch each day.  Thursday is a “wet” day with water games and activities.

11.                        The Children’s Committee is planning a trip to Dollywood for the entire family on Thursday, June 6. The bus will leave Carthage at 7 AM and return around 10 PM. Cost for anyone age 12+ is $50.00, ages 4-11 is $40. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Transportation via church bus is provided for up to 23 people. Sign up deadline is Sunday, May 19. Contact church office or Fran Frank to sign up.

12.                        The Smith County Drug Coalition will sponsor a Stay Sharp Drug Prevention workshop on Thursday, May 23 at 6:00 PM at the Old Courthouse.  This program will be presented by Teen Challenge and will focus attention on the disastrous effects of drug use.  The program is designed for youth and adults and all are invited to attend.

13.                       2013 VBS Schedule  

Preschool VBS - 3 year olds to kindergarten

6:00-6:15 Worship Rally in Sanctuary 

6:20-6:40 Music

3-pre k                                                             Kindergarten

6:45-7:05 Snack                                                          6:45-7:05 Bible Study

7:05-7:25 Bible Study                                     7:05-7:25 Snack

7:25-7:45 Recreation                                       7:25-7:45 Craft

7:45-8:05 Craft                                                           7:45-8:05 Missions

8:05-8:20 Missions                                                      8:05-8:20 Recreation

8:20-8:30 Closing Worship Rally                                8:20-8:30 Closing Worship Rally

Children VBS - 1^st -6^{th grade}

6:00-6:15 Worship Rally in Sanctuary

6:15-6:45 Bible Study in Classrooms

1^st- 2^nd                                                              3^rd- 4^th

6:45-7:05 Snack                                                          6:45-7:05 Recreation

7:05-7:25 Recreation                                                   7:05-7:25 Snacks

7:25-7:45 Missions/Music                                           7:25-7:45 Crafts

7:45-8:05 Crafts                                                          7:45-8:05 Missions/Music

8:05-8:20 Bible Study                                                 8:05-8:20 Bible Study

8:20-8:30 Closing Worship Rally                                8:20-8:30 Closing Worship Rally

5^th                                                                                6^th

6:45-7:05 Crafts                                                          6:45-7:05 Missions/Music

7:05-7:25 Missions/Music                                           7:05-7:25 Crafts

7:25-7:45 Snacks                                                         7:25-7:45 Recreation

7:45-8:05 Recreation                                                   7:45-8:05 Snack

8:05-8:20 Bible Study                                                 8:05-8:20 Bible Study

8:20-8:30 Closing Worship Rally                                8:20-8:30 Closing Worship Rally

Youth

6:00-6:15 Worship Rally in Sanctuary

6:15-8:20 Bible Study and Activities Off-Site Locations

8:20-8:30 Closing Worship Rally

The schedule for Friday night will be as follows:

·         All classes will go in to opening worship rally from 6:00-6:15.

·         All classes will be dismissed to their bible study rooms from 6:15-6:55 for the final bible study lesson and rap up time in their rooms.

·         By 7:00, all classes are to go back to the sanctuary for the end of the week ceremonies.

·         At @ 7:45, all will be dismissed to go to the Christian Life Center and have pizza and refreshments.

·         The night will end at 8:30 as it has all week. The teachers can use the time to go ahead and take down their rooms if they wish.

Teacher and helper list for VBS 2013

Nursery           Leader                                                                                                                                                                         Helper                                                                                                                                                                         Helper

3’s-Pre K         Leader- Kandy Smith                                                                                                                                                 Helper                                                                                                                                                                         Helper            

Kindergarten  Becky Mitchell           

                        Helper                                                                                                                                                                         Helper

Preschool Crafts

                        Mark Manning

                        Misty Vincent

1^st Grade         Leader- Anna Maxwell                                                                                                                                               Helper- Deborah Bane                                                                                                                                                Helper- Barbara Maxwell

2^nd Grade         Leader- Lee Wilson                                                                                                                                                    Helper- Cassaundra Gates                                                                                                                                          Helper

3^rd Grade         Leader- Katie Goolsby                                                                                                                                               Helper- Audrey Russell                                                                                                                                              Helper- Crystal McCall

4^th Grade         Leader- Michael Collins                                                                                                                                              Helper- Leah Bane                                                                                                                                                      Helper-

5^th Grade         Leader- Jan Trainham                                                                                                                                                 Helper- Alicia Hoffman                                                                                                                                              Helper-

6^th Grade         Leader- Phillip Slagle                                                                                                                                                  Helper-                                                                                                                                                                        Helper-

Youth              Leader- Tina Gantenbein                                                                                                                                            Helper-                                                                                                                                                                        Helper-                                                                                                                                                                        Driver- Brad Tackett

Food                Leader- Fran Frank                                                                                                                                                     Day Team Helpers- Mary Marsh, Faye Reece, Brenda Lankford

                        Night Team Helpers-Gina Dillon, Jackie Manning, Judy Dedmon

Recreation       Leader- Donna Bush                                                                                                                                                  Helper- Nicholas Bussell

Crafts              Leader- Melody Tackett                                                                                                                                             Helper-Lisa Reece                                                                                                                                                       Helper-Haley Wilkerson

Music              Leader- Michal Deaver                                                                                                                                               Helper-

Missions          Leader-Shelia Dodge                                                                                                                                                  Helper-

Sound              Jeremiah Wilkerson                                                                                                                                                     Jerry Wilmore

Transportation Team                                                                                                                                                                           Van Driver                                                                                                                                                                  Van Driver                                                                                                                                                                  Bus Driver                                                                                                                                                                   Bus Helper

FBC Carthage E-News for April 29, 2013

FBC Carthage E-News

April 29, 2013

Good Morning,

I begin this morning with a special “Thank You” to our Children’s Choir and leaders for a wonderful service last night as they presented “The Star Factor.”  The message and music of the program were an encouragement to me and I appreciate the dedication and hard work that goes into a special service.  The service was a blessing.

This coming Sunday, May 5, will be our Graduate Recognition service and luncheon.  We have a large group of graduates from high school and college.  Jeff Hall is collecting information and pictures to use in this special service.  Please get that information to him by Wednesday.  The video tribute will be shown in both morning services.  At 12 Noon we will have a church-wide luncheon in honor of our graduates.  Everyone is invited and asked to bring a covered dish for the meal. We will recognize the graduates and present them with a gift from the church.

This is a great week to pray for our students as they prepare for their final exams and finish up another year of school.  Pray for their teachers as well during these final days of the school year. 

We have an exciting summer planned with missions, camp, special services, and activities of all types.  A calendar of the summer events is listed at the end of this E-News.  Take a minute to jot down the dates.

As we think of the summer, the big event each year is Vacation Bible School.  This year our VBS will be June 10-14 with the kick-off event held on June 9.  In preparation for this important week, we will have a planning meeting this Sunday, May 5 at 4:30 PM in the Christian Life Center for all workers.  If you have not yet signed-up to help in VBS plan to come to this meeting on Sunday and we will get you plugged-in.  You can also contact Kristina Hall or Rhonda Ethridge to learn more about the opportunities to serve.

This is a big week for Jeff, Kristina, and Peyton Hall as they move into a more permanent home in Cumberland Cove.  They will be moving on Wednesday, May 1.

Have a blessed week,

Bro. Tim

  

Here’s the news for the week:

1.      The Wednesday night adult prayer service and Bible study will be back in the Sanctuary beginning this Wednesday, May 1 at 6:30 PM.  We will begin a new series as we study through the passages that will be taught in this year’s Vacation Bible School. 

2.      This Thursday, May 2 is the National Day of Prayer and I encourage you to take some extra time to pray for our nation.  There are many challenges which face our elected leaders and it becomes very easy to become negative, talk about them, and become critical.  The helpful response, on the other hand, is to pray for them and for God’s wisdom and guidance for our nation.  A special Community Prayer Service will be held on Thursday, May 2 at 6:00 PM at the Courthouse.  Join together with other believers throughout our county as we stop and pray for our nation.

3.     The youth will be joining together as a group to participate in the Jordan Hackett Run on Saturday, May 4.  Following the run (and time to clean-up) they will meet at 1:45 PM and enjoy an afternoon at the movies in Lebanon.  Contact Bro. Jeff Hall for more information.

4.     The youth will also be serving with other youth groups in our county in ReFuel 2013 on May 28-31.  This community mission project will focus on ministry needs in our homes and community.  One need we have for ReFuel is projects for the students to work on during the week.  If you have a need or know of others in your neighborhood who have needs around their house, let us know by contacting Bro. Jeff at 736-1929.

5.     The Women on Mission meeting will be next Tuesday, May 6 at 6:30 PM.  They will meet this month in the Christian Life Center and discuss several special mission opportunities for the summer through Backyard Bible Clubs in Carthage and the Defeated Campground.  All ladies are invited to attend.

6.     The Senior Adult Fellowship will be traveling next Tuesday, May 7 for lunch at Nick’s Restaurant in Cookeville.  We will leave from FBC Carthage at 11:00 AM.  All adults 55+ are invited to travel with us for a great time of fellowship.

7.         An Associational Children’s Day Camp will be held at New Middleton Baptist Church on May 20-23 for children in grades 1-6.  The cost for the Day Camp is $15 which includes lunch each day.  Thursday is a “wet” day with water games and activities.

8.     The Children’s Committee is planning a trip to Dollywood for the entire family on Thursday, June 6. The bus will leave Carthage at 7 AM and return around 10 PM. Cost for anyone age 12+ is $50.00, ages 4-11 is $40. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Transportation via church bus is provided for up to 23 people. Sign up deadline is Sunday, May 19. Contact church office or Fran Frank to sign up.

9.      Take an extra moment to look over the calendar for the coming summer months.  You can also go online and view the Church Calendar at www.fbccarthage.com and click on the Events page.

     May  1        National Day of Prayer

              4        Jordan Hackett Run

                        Youth Trip to the Movies @ 1:30 PM

              5        Graduate Recognition and Luncheon @ 12 Noon

                        Vacation Bible School Workers Meeting @ 4:30 PM in CLC

                        Deacon’s Meeting @ 7:00 PM

              6        WOM Meeting @ 6:30 PM in CLC

              7        Senior Adult Fellowship – Nick’s Restaurant @ 11AM

              8        Community Food Truck at Ag Center @ 11:00 AM

                        Business Meeting

                        Youth Camp Meeting for all Participants @ 7:30 PM

              10-11 High School Graduations / Liberty Graduation

              11      Postal Food Drive – Youth Serving 9AM-12 Noon

              12      Mother’s Day

              13      Backpack Program at Ag Center @ 5PM

              16      Last Full Day of School

              18      Youth Airsoft Trip – James Trainham’s Farm

              19      VBS Day of Prayer

                        Mission Montana Meeting @ 4:00 PM

              20      Pregnancy Help Center Banquet at Ag Center @ 6:30 PM

              20-23 Associational Children’s Day Camp

              23      Stay Sharp Drug Prevention @ Old Courthouse @ 6:00 PM

              26      Defeated Creek Campground Service @ 8:30 AM

                        Memorial Day Picnic @ Crump Paris @ 4:30 PM

              27-30 ReFuel Youth Community Missions  @ 8AM-4PM

              30-June 1  Tackett & Upchurch Class Mission Trip

     June  2        Church Council @4:30 PM

                        Deacon’s Meeting @ 7:00 PM

              3        WOM Meeting

              4        Backyard Bible Club in Project Circle @ 4:30 PM

              5        Business Meeting @ 6:30 PM

              6        Family Trip to Dollywood

              8        Backyard Bible Club at Defeated Creek Campground @ 10AM

              9        Mission Montana Meeting @ 4:00 PM

                        VBS Kick-off

              10-14 Vacation Bible School @ 6:00-8:30 PM

              11      Senior Adult Fellowship Meal @ 11:30 AM

                        Backyard Bible Club in Project Circle @ 4:30 PM

              16      Father’s Day

              16-21 Youth Student Life Camp @ Myrtle Beach

              18      Backyard Bible Club in Project Circle @ 4:30 PM

              23-July 3  Mission Montana Trip 2013

              24 Jeff Hall’s Birthday

              30 Defeated Creek Campground Service @ 8:30 AM

     July   1        WOM Meeting @ 6:30 PM

              2        Backyard Bible Club in Project Circle @ 4:30 PM

              6        Youth Pool Party @ 5:00 PM

              7        Church Council @ 4:30 PM

                        Deacon’s Meeting @ 7:00 PM

              9        Backyard Bible Club in Project Circle @ 4:30 PM

              10      Business Meeting @ 6:30 PM

              15-19 Associational Mission Trip to Cincinnati, Ohio

              23      Backyard Bible Club Block Party

              26-27 Men’s Conference – The Main Event

              28      Defeated Creek Campground Service @ 8:30 PM

                        Church Council @ 4:30 PM

              29-Aug 3  Smith County Fair

              31      Smith County Teachers’ Luncheon

FBC Carthage E-News for April 22, 2013

FBC Carthage E-News

April 22, 2013

Good Morning,

We had a great service last night as we celebrated with AWANA as they completed another year of training and Bible memorization.  It was a joy to watch as four of the older children professed their faith publicly in Jesus through baptism.  Those baptized were:  Christopher Spurlock, MacKenzie Bane, Adrianna Rider, and Kirsty Martin.  I received a note from Jeff later in the evening that another of the children had talked with him about salvation and had prayed to receive Jesus into his life.  We will be following up with this young man as well as these others.  Please pray that the Spirit will continue to move in our children, teens, and adults as He draws them to Jesus.  Only the Holy Spirit can bring conviction of sin, righteousness, and judgment through which we realize our need for the Savior, Jesus Christ.

Speaking of salvation and children, Vacation Bible School is coming quickly, June 10-14 and there are still opportunities for you to serve as an assistant/helper in the classes.  There is a place for everyone to serve in VBS.  We will have a training and planning meeting on Sunday, May 5 at 4:30 PM in the Christian Life Center for all workers, assistants, and helpers.

Our list of graduates is growing.  Thank you to those who contacted the office with the additional graduates, especially those graduating in December 2012.   Graduation for the county high schools will be Friday, May 10 for Gordonsville High School and May 11 for Smith County High School. Listed below is the updated list of graduates from FBC Carthage.  If you know of others graduating this spring, please contact the church office at 735-1929 and let us know.  We will have a time of recognition for the graduates in the morning services on Sunday, May 5, followed by a church-wide luncheon in their honor at 12:00 Noon.

         

High School Graduates   

Ryan Angel

Tommy Lee Bane

Mary Lynn Bush

Mary Michael Denney

Madison Dillon

Spencer Hackett

Hailey Hendry

College Graduates

Zach Brubaker     Carson Newman University

Greg Dowell         University of Tennessee

Rhonda Ethridge  Tennessee Tech University

Tim Frank            Liberty University

Samantha Key      Nashville School of Law

Lauren Nesbitt     Vol State

Michelle Piper      Union University

Andrea Qualls      Middle Tennessee State University

Taylor Reece        Middle Tennessee State University

Carter Robinson   Tennessee Tech University

Audrey Russell     Trevecca University

Jordan Shoulders Cumberland University

Erin Tackett                   Lipscomb University

Continue to pray for our nation, especially the city of Boston, after the bombings last week.  This is both an opportunity and a reminder for Christians to pray for our country.

Have a blessed week,

Bro. Tim

Here is the news for the week:

1.      We welcome Pete and Judy DeYoung as they present themselves for membership at FBC Carthage.  They are transferring their membership from Long Hollow Baptist Church in Hendersonville, Tennessee.

2.     A church-wide Family Day at Fall Creek Falls State Park is scheduled for this Saturday, April 27. We will leave from the church parking lot at 8 AM to enjoy hiking, a picnic, and a time of fellowship together.  Call the Church Office or see Jeff Hall to sign-up.  Bring comfortable hiking shoes and a picnic lunch to share.

3.     The Children’s Choir will present their Spring musical, “The Star Factor” this Sunday, April 28 at 6:00 PM.  There will be a finger-food fellowship in the Christian Life Center following the service.  Invite your friends and family to join you for this special service.

4.     Bro. Tim and Bro. Jeff will travel to Lebanon for lunch with our students at Cumberland University on Tuesday, April 23.  We will meet at the Cracker Barrel at 11:30 AM.

5.     Bro. Jeff Hall will be leading the service at Defeated Creek Campground this Sunday, April 28 at 8:30 AM.  Join him at the pavilion for this special outreach service to the campers.

6.     The Church Council will meet this Sunday, April 28 at 4:30 PM.  The Deacons will meet the following Sunday, May 5 at 7:00 PM.

7.     The New Salem Baptist Association is planning a mission trip to Cincinnati, Ohio July 15-19.  A planning and informational meeting will be help this Sunday, April 28 at 3:00 PM at the Associational Office on Highway 70 west. 

8.     Speaking of mission trips, there is still opportunity for you to join in the Mission Montana Team 2013 for our trip June 23 – July 3.  We will conduct Vacation Bible School, have community events, and help with several projects at the First Baptist Church in Poplar, Montana.  Contact Bro. Tim Frank for more information.

9.     The youth will be joining together as a group to participate in the Jordan Hackett Run on Saturday, May 4.  Following the run (and time to clean-up) they will have an afternoon at the movies in Lebanon.  Contact Bro. Jeff Hall for more information.

10.                        The youth will also be serving with other youth groups in our county in ReFuel 2013 on May 28-31.  This community mission project will focus on ministry needs in our homes and community.  One need we have for ReFuel is projects for the students to work on during the week.  If you have a need or know of others in your neighborhood who have needs around their house, let us know by contacting Bro. Jeff at 736-1929.

11.                            An Associational Children’s Day Camp will be held at New Middleton Baptist Church on May 20-23 for children in grades 1-6.  The cost for the Day Camp is $15 which includes lunch each day.  Thursday is a “wet” day with water games and activities.

12.                        The Children’s Committee is planning a trip to Dollywood for the entire family on Thursday, June 6. The bus will leave Carthage at 7 AM and return around 10 PM. Cost for anyone age 12+ is $50.00, ages 4-11 is $40. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Transportation via church bus is provided for up to 23 people. Sign up deadline is Sunday, May 19. Contact church office or Fran Frank to sign up.

13.                        The Smith County Drug Coalition is planning a Drug-Take-Back on Saturday, April 27 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Smith County Chamber of Commerce.  Go through your medicine cabinet and gather up any out-of-date and unused prescriptions.  The medications that are received at the Take-Back will be destroyed in a proper way that does not compromise the water or air. 

14.                        A special Memorial Gospel Singing will be held at the Ag Center this Friday, April 26 at 7:00 PM in memory of Jackie Wilburn.  Gold City Quartet, Wilburn & Wilburn, and Elaine Wilburn will be singing.  The cost is $10 plus a love offering will be taken.

15.                        The FBC Carthage calendar is now online and kept up-to-date daily. You can check the calendar by going to www.fbccarthage.com and clicking on EVENTS.

16.                         Here is a special video from Franklin Graham, Billy Graham’s son.  He is sharing on the power of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.  Watch a few minutes or the whole video and pray for the sharing of the gospel through our church and throughout the world as Christians proclaim Jesus, His crucifixion and resurrection.  Check it out: http://www.billygraham.org/tvspecial/tv_index.asp