FBC Carthage E-News
May 27, 2013
Happy Memorial Day,
Today is a holiday that to
many signals the beginning of summer, yet it has a much deeper meaning and
purpose. One this Memorial Day we
remember our servicemen and women who serve, especially those who have given their
lives for our country. We also remember our
own loved ones who have passed in death.
With all the fun and excitement associated with Memorial Day, let us
also be reminded of the true purpose of the holiday for one day we too must
pass the way of death and it is a good time to consider, “Are you ready?” That is why Jesus came, lived, died, and rose
again; to provide a way of hope and life through faith in Him.
The Memorial Day Picnic
was one of the best picnics I have every attended. The weather was perfect. The food was delicious. The kick-ball game was intense. The new “string band” and music was
awesome. The fellowship was great. It is a blessing to get together and have
time to spend with one another. That is
what “church” is all about; relationships. Our relationship with God and our
relationships with others.
Welcome and
congratulations to Bengi Abbitt, Harley Hoffman, and Tater Hoffman on their
baptism yesterday in the 10:45 AM service.
Be praying for these new believers as they follow Jesus.
The Youth ReFuel
Mission/Ministry Week begins tomorrow, May 28 thru Friday, May 31. Youth and available adults will meet in the
Christian Life Center at 8:00 AM each morning for refreshments and Bible
Study. Tuesday the projects will be at
Lighthouse Christian Camp. Wednesday
they will be at Lock 7 Park. Thursday
and Friday there will be teams going to various locations in Smith County to
serve individuals and groups. Join the
effort by coming to the CLC at 8:00 AM with a willing spirit to serve.
This is an exciting week
of missions as Brad Tackett’s Sunday School Class and Samantha Upchurch’s Sunday
School Class travel to Indiana for a weekend mission trip. Pray for the class members as they travel and
serve.
Please pray for Colton
Ferrel on Tuesday, May 28 as he has the first of a series of surgeries. Pray for Matt and Amanda, his parents, as
well as the whole family.
Have a great week and
pause a moment today and remember – Memorial Day,
Bro. Tim
Here is the news for the
week:
1.
Brad Tackett led the Defeated Creek Campground
Service yesterday with 50 in attendance!
2.
Be praying and preparing for Vacation Bible
School, June 10-14. We will have a
Kick-off Carnival on Sunday, June 9 at
6:00 AM with inflatables, food, games, and prizes. There will also be opportunities to register
the children for VBS. There are a few
helper positions remaining and you are still needed if you haven’t yet
signed-up. Contact Kristina Hall, Bro. Jeff,
Bro. Tim or call the church office.
3.
The Church
Council will meet this Sunday, June 2 at 4:30 PM and the Deacons will meet at
7:00 PM.
4.
There is still
room for you and your family to go to Dollywood on Thursday, June 6. We will leave from the church parking lot at
7:00 AM. You can buy your tickets at the
gate. Contact the church office if you want to ride
on the church bus.
5.
You can be a part of the Mission Montana effort by
contributing prizes for the family carnival night we will host while we are
there. We need lots of toys and small prizes that we'll give to the children as
they participate in the games. Check out the display in the Connection Point
for more information. Parents, we'll be collecting from the children during VBS
like we did last year, so you may want to go ahead and lead your child in
preparing for that giving and then have him/her wait to bring those prizes
during VBS. LoveLOUD by being a part of the mission work with the Native
American children in Poplar, Montana.
6.
Backyard Bible
Clubs will begin on Tuesday in June and July at Project Circle and we have the
opportunity to minister to the children and families. This local mission effort has been a blessing
as we feed the children, lead in a craft, and teach a Bible story. Helpers are needed for this effort and you
can see Anna Maxwell or contact the church office at 735-1929. The Backyard Bible Clubs meet each Tuesday at
4:30 -6:00 PM.
7.
In addition to
printed tracts which share the gospel, there are also video “tracts” which
share. Here is one of my favorite sites
through the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association: http://peacewithgod.jesus.net/
