FBC Carthage E-News
February 17, 2014
Happy President’s Day,
Many have this day off
from work and school to enjoy a variety of activities. Jeff and the Youth have an Airsoft day that
will be fun and exciting. Others will
spend the day visiting family and friends, or maybe some shopping. The day, however, is set aside to remember
and honor our Presidents, specifically our first President, George Washington (his
birthday is February 22). Today, in
addition to all you have planned for the day, pause for a moment and thank the
Lord for the leaders He has allowed to serve these United States. Also, ask Him to lead, guide, and direct our
current President, Barack Obama. As Christians
we are to pray for our President regardless of political party or what we think
of his leadership. He is the President
and he needs our prayers as he leads this nation. Happy President’s Day!
Speaking of prayer, be
praying for Michal Deaver and her upcoming mission trip to Dominican
Republic. Also, pray for Fran and I as
we plan to minister with Zeke and Layne
Tomaselli in March as they work in Hilo, Hawaii to start Ohana Church.
The Couple’s Dinner was a
fun evening as we enjoyed a delicious meal (Thanks Becky!), laughed with the
humorous videos, and shared keys to communication in marriage. Our marriages are of vital importance to the
strength and life of our church. Take
time to strengthen your marriage. Spend
time with your spouse. Go on a date
together. Continually build the
relationship bonds within your marriage relationship. Mark your calendars for a special Marriage
Weekend on April 4-5 titled “The Art of Marriage.” This Friday evening and Saturday event will
be held in the Christian Life Center and will help each of us build a strong
and healthy marriage. Watch for more
information as the date gets closer.
I am excited as GriefShare
begins tomorrow night at 6:00 PM at the Chamber of Commerce building on Upper
Ferry Road. This 13 week grief support
group is open to everyone and I believe will be a great ministry to those who
have lost a loved one. Here is a short
video explaining the GriefShare ministry:
www.vimeo.com/713584
Congratulations to Betsy Trainham (#7) and
Breanna Gregory (#8) for making this year’s Top 10 graduates at Smith County
High School.
Last night in the service
we showed a moving testimony of Nick Vujicic, born with
no arms or legs. Listen as he shares how
God is using him to share the good news of Jesus: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tl58qufXfYk
Have a blessed week as you
live for Jesus.
Bro. Tim
Here’s the news for the
week:
1.
It is a joy to welcome Barbara Lowe as she has
presented herself for membership through baptism. Barbara has followed Christ for many years
and comes from a church background where she was sprinkled as a believer. She
wishes to follow in believer’s baptism by immersion and become a member of FBC
Carthage. Welcome Barbara Lowe.2. A Mission Montana 2014 planning and organizational meeting will be held on Sunday, February 23 at 3:00 PM. All persons interested in this mission trip to Montana scheduled for June 26-July 5 are asked to attend. We will meet in the classroom to the organ side of the Sanctuary.
3. In preparation for Michal Deaver’s upcoming medical / dental mission trip to Dominican Republic, the Women on Missions are collecting items to send with her at the Connection Point. This Sunday, February 23 will be the final opportunity to bring items before the trip. Here is a list of items requested:
Hair barrettes and ribbons
Small combs and brushes
Colorful stickers
Small toys
Spanish bibles
Spanish coloring books
Antibiotic ointment
Antifungal cream
Reading glasses
Used prescription glasses
Dishwashing gloves
Ziploc snack baggies
4.
Grief Share, a
ministry of comfort to those experiencing the grief of losing a friend or loved
one will begin next Tuesday night, February 18 from 6:00-7:30 PM at the Chamber
of Commerce. FBC Carthage is partnering
together with Bass and Sanderson Funeral Homes in offering this Christian-based
grief ministry to the community. There
will be 13 sessions led by Bro. Tim Frank addressing the specific issues and
needs of those experiencing the grief of the loss of loved ones. The sessions are open to everyone and a
workbook will be available for all sessions for a cost of $15. For more information on Grief Share including
the topics to be discussed go to: http://www.griefshare.org/about. Help spread
the word of this ministry to the people of our church and community.5. Youth and Children are reminded and encouraged to get their registrations in for the two special summer camps. See Bro. Jeff Hall for questions on registration or for more information.
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The Children’s
CentriKid Camp is June 16-20 at Campbellsville University. The cost is $275 and for more information on
CentriKid Camp go to: http://centrikid.com/
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The Youth Student
Liffe Camp will be July 13-19 at Daytona Beach. Florida. The cost is $259 and for more information go
to: http://www.studentlife.com/events/beach
6. The Church Council will meet this Sunday, February 23 at 4:00 PM.
