FBC Carthage E-News for June 4, 2012

FBC Carthage E-News

June 4, 2012


Good Morning,

As you read this E-News we have members of FBC Carthage serving the Lord in many different parts of the world. Zeke and three of our students are in Naples, Italy and Taylor Reece and Josh Lynn are in Nairobi, Kenya. Please take time to pray for these mission efforts through the week.

Here is an e-mail from Anna Maxwell, our Summer Intern, who is on the Italy Team:
Day 2 in Italy.
Today, actually yesterday here, we split in to 3 different groups and then groups of about 4. We went through the shops and cafes to begin building relationships with the locals here. This was a great experience but the language barrier was so bad for me! When someone tells you to study a sheet you will need to know it...STUDY! So please be praying for me and the others who are having difficulties with this. In the afternoon we went around and played with the children and teens. I loved this! The food we had today was also great! (I can't leave the food out!) it is Sunday here and we are going to the local churches today! Thanks for the prayers and keep sending them :) Also pics are on Facebook!
Love,
Anna Maxwell


I received this note from Zeke:
"8:54am in Naples, going back on the streets to share the Gospel with the few Italian words I know. We have seen God break through our language issues. We have made many friends so far. Pray for the harvest and laborers here in Italy! Chao"

During yesterday’s message I encouraged us all to spend time this week alone with God, listening as He speaks. Whether this is an hour, a morning, or a whole day, take time this week to open your hear to Him and say, “Speak Lord, for Your servant is listening.” He speaks to us through different means, but the main two is through His Holy Spirit living in believers and through the Bible, His written word. Also, remember the importance of doing what He says for you to do.


Vacation Bible School begins this coming Sunday, June 10 at 6:00 PM. There is always a great sense of excitement as the children come night after night to study the Bible, sing the songs, make crafts, learn about missions, enjoy the recreation and devour the snacks. Help spread the word to all the children in your family and your neighborhood. Vacation Bible School meets Sunday June 10 through Thursday, June 14 from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM. On Thursday, June 14 we will present a VBS Program for parents and the church at 7:30 PM. It’s going to be a great week in Vacation Bible School. Don’t miss it!


During Vacation Bible School we will be collecting small toys to take on the mission trip to Montana. Parents, this can be when you look through your child’s toy box and bring small "like new" toys for the Mission Montana Team to give out as prizes at the carnival we'll be having on the last night in Poplar. As part of the carnival, the children will have several games to play and as they finish playing they are allowed to choose a small prize. We need your help gathering those prizes: Happy Meal-type toys, Beanie Babies or other small stuffed animals; any small prizes will work. The "Family Feast"/carnival on Saturday night will most likely be our greatest opportunity to make connections and share the Gospel with the adults in Poplar. Containers will be available around the church building through Sunday morning, June 24th. Thank you.


Have a blessed week as we anticipate the excitement of Vacation Bible School.
Bro. Tim


Here’s the news for the week:
1. Backyard Bible Clubs will begin this Tuesday, June 5 at Project Circle and Upper Ferry Road. If you would like to be a part of this local mission activity, see Anna Maxwell or call the church office at 735-1929.


2. The t-shirts are in for our summer of missions and are available on the second floor of the Education Building. These t-shirts are for you to wear as you minister in Carthage or around the world.


3. eXalt Teen Music Camp, for students 7th – 12th Grade, will be June 20-23, 2012 at First Baptist Church Carthage. The 4 days will be packed with music, drama, music workshops, Bible study & tons of fun. Serving in leadership along with me will be Pastor Zeke leading the instruments & Tina Craighead leading Bible Study. This event will culminate with a teen-led Worship Service on Saturday, June 23, at FBC Carthage at 6:30. The registration fee for this event is only $15. Evening meals and Saturday lunch are provided by community churches. If you have questions or want to register, contact Lynn Sharenberger at 615.332.2336 or e-mail mallielynnaj@twlakes.net.
 A copy of the registration form is at the end of this e-news.

4. Be praying for Vacation Bible School which begins this Sunday, June 10 at 6:00 PM. Here is a list of the workers for you to pray for through the next two weeks.


Vacation Bible School 2012
June 10-14 6:00 – 8:30 PM

Directors – Rhonda Ethridge
Lisa Reece


4 yrs Lead Teacher – Becky Mitchell
Helpers – Mary Marsh


5 yrs and Going into Kindergarten
Lead Teacher- Kandy Smith
Helpers – Lisa Walker
Cassandra Gates


Going into:
1st Grade
Lead Teacher – Katie Goolsby
Helpers – Leah Bane


2nd Grade
Lead Teacher – Lee Wilson
Helpers – Jill Wilmore


3rd Grade
Lead Teacher – Penny Daigre
Helpers – Suzanne Angel

4th Grade
Lead Teacher- Michael Collins
Helpers – Olivia Bush
Fran Frank


5th Grade
Lead Teacher -Lynn Sharenberger
Helpers – Deborah Bane

6th Grade
Lead Teacher – Phillip Slagle
Helpers – A.J. Sharenberger


Youth
Lead Teacher – Shawn Pinson
Helpers – Janet Bailey
Anna Maxwell
Brian and Tina Gantenbein

Café Leader - Gina Dillon
Helpers – Lisa Anderson
Faye Reece
Mary Hight
Amanda Ethridge

Recreation Leader – Milicent Winfree
Helpers -


Crafts Leader - Melody Tackett
Helpers – Cindy Wilmore
Mark Manning
Misty Vincent

Music – Leader- Michal Deaver
Helpers-


Missions Leader Marty and Shelia Dodge
Helpers


Sound Leader – Jeremiah Wilkerson
Helpers- Jerry Wilmore


Van Driver – David Wilson
Helper


Bus Driver- Brad Tackett
Helper


Prayer Team Leader – Kandy Smith




2012 eXaltTEEN Music Camp
Date: June 20-23, 2012
Place: First Baptist Church Carthage
Grades: Upcoming 7th – HS Graduates
(This is open to all community teens)
Cost: $15


Schedule
Wed, June 20: 1pm – 9pm
Thurs, June 21: 1pm – 9pm
Fri, June 22: 1pm – 9pm
Sat, June 23: 10am – 3pm

Saturday Worship Service
For community 6:30pm @ FBC


Camp Director: Lynn Sharenberger
Praise Band: Pastor Zeke Tomaselli
Special Speaker: Tina Craighead
Worship Seminar: Rob Still “The Worship Dude”


Teens don’t want to miss this week of music, drama, Bible study and FUN as you discover the role God has for you in leading His church in worship!


For more info contact Lynn at…
615.332.2336 or mallielynnaj@twlakes.net
VOCAL . DRAMA. AUDIO/VISUAL . INSTRUMENTAL


2012 eXaltTEEN Music Camp
Registration Form:


Name:________________________________________


Age:___________ School:________________________


Address:______________________________________


______________________________________


Email:________________________________________


Cell#:________________________________________




Interested in the Praise Band?____________


If so, list instrument:_____________________________


How long have you played your instrument?______________


Do you read music, play by ear, or both?________________


Have you played in a band setting?____________________


Can you commit to morning rehearsals on event dates?_____


(You will be contacted by Pastor Zeke)


T-SHIRT SIZE: S M L XL XXL


Return completed form & $15 check to: FBC, 409 Main St. N, Carthage TN 37030 by June 10th

Everything!


Let EVERYTHING that hath breath praise the Lord! Psalm 150:6