FBC Carthage E-News
January 30, 2017
Good Morning,
A special law enforcement
officer appreciation dinner was held this past Saturday night and I had the privilege
to attend and have a prayer of blessings on the officers. The officers who spoke said it was the first
time they remember an appreciation event being held in their honor. We are blessed to have a dedicated and caring
group of men and women serving us and our community through the Smith County Sheriff’s
Office, Carthage Police, South Carthage Police, Gordonsville Police and the
Tennessee Highway Patrol. The police
and law enforcement officers across the nation have not been given the honor
and respect they deserve for the position they hold. This week, as you see a policeman, sheriff’s
deputy, or state trooper, slow down, do what’s right, and say a prayer of
thanksgiving for them. Ask God’s
blessing and protection over them. I am
thankful for these dedicated men and women who “protect and serve.”
Yesterday was a wonderful
celebration of the Sanctity of Human Life.
We are still counting the offering given for the Pregnancy help Center
through the Baby Bottles. The baby dedication
was precious with the four boys and their families who were dedicated to the
Lord. Also, the observance of the Lord’s Supper reminds us of the value of
every human being and the price Jesus paid to seek and the save us from our
sins. Every person you come in contact
with this week is a person of value and worth.
Speaking of babies, be
praying for Fran and I as we look forward to the birth of our first grandbaby,
Carolina Grace. Our daughter, Sara, and
her husband Chase are due on February 14, so the big day could be anytime. This
is an exciting time in the Frank family!
We have had strong
attendance in Sunday School during the month of January. Sunday School is our primary discipleship and
connection ministry for every age, from babies through senior adults. There is a class for everyone. If you are not involved in a Sunday School
class, come this Sunday at 9:30 AM and let us help you find a class that’s just
right for you.
AWANA, our Sunday evening
discipleship ministry for children, ages preschool through high school, will
have a special Super Bowl event this Sunday, February 5 at 5:30 PM. All children and youth are invited to attend
and join in the fun, food, football, and faith.
Have a blessed week as you
live for Jesus,
Bro. Tim
Here is the news for the
week:
·
We are continuing
the Tuesday morning “Call to Prayer” at 7:00 AM in the Sanctuary. The goal is to provide an opportunity to join
together and pray for the needs of our families, our community, our nation, and
the world. We have a great time of
prayer each week and promise to dismiss no later than 7:30 AM to allow everyone
to get to school and work. Come and join
us tomorrow for this special prayer time as we acknowledge 2017 as a year of
dependence on the power of God.
·
An 8-week Senior
Adult Exercise Program will be offered in the Christian Life Center on
Wednesday afternoons at 1:00 PM beginning this week, February 1. Everyone is invited to participate in this
low-impact exercise program designed to help with mobility, stamina, and
balance.
·
The Women on
Missions group will meet next Monday, February 6 at 6:30 PM in the Christian
Life Center. Diane Arms will be the
special guest speaker and will share of her recent visit with her son and
family, Nathan, Laurie, and baby Grey.
They serve as IMB missionaries in South Asia. All ladies are invited to attend.
·
A special Couple’s
Night Out is being planned for Saturday, February 11 from 5:00-9:00 PM. Childcare will be provided at the church to
allow couples the evening to have a night out.
To sign-up or for more information see Bro. Matt Davis.
·
The Young at
Heart will have a Valentine’s Day trip for lunch to Demo’s Restaurant on
Tuesday, February 14. Everyone is
invited to join the group as we enjoy friends, food and fellowship. We will leave from the church parking lot at
11:00 AM or meet at Demo’s at 11:30 AM.
·
An area-wide
Evangelism Conference will be held on Monday, February 27, 7:00 PM at New
Middleton Baptist Church. The Tennessee
Baptist Evangelism Director, Roc Collins will be the guest speaker. All deacons, Sunday School teachers, and
church leaders are invited to a special evangelism discussion session at 6:00
PM, prior to the conference. Everyone is
invited to attend the Evangelism Conference.
·
The youth are
presently making plans to attend the Youth Evangelism Conference on March 10-11
in Nashville. To sign-up and for more
information, see Bro. Matt Davis.
·
Ladies, the Women
of Joy Conference in Pigeon Forge on March 27-29 is filling up fast. Contact Melody Tackett for more information
and to sign up.
·
GriefShare is
meeting now on Tuesday evenings, 6:00 PM at the Smith County Chamber of
Commerce, 939 Upper Ferry Road. It’s not
too late to join in this grief support group that offers help and comfort to those
who have lost a loved one. You don’t
have to make the journey through grief alone.
The sessions are open to everyone and there is no cost to attend.
·
FBC Carthage is
looking for a part-time custodian. The position is estimated to be 25-30 hours
per week. Responsibilities included but
are not limited to cleaning the church and Christian Life Center and doing
basic maintenance jobs. Couples who wish
to share the job will be considered for the position, as well. For more details contact John Etheridge or
the church office for a full list of qualification and responsibilities.
·
Our February Bible
Pathways Bible Reading Guides were delayed in arriving but will be in this
week. The readings in February are listed
below for you to “keep up.”
February 1 Leviticus 1-3
February 2 Leviticus 4-6
February 3
Leviticus
7-8
February 4
Leviticus
9-10
February 5 Leviticus
11-13
You
can also read the devotions online by going to http://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/biblepathways/. Pick up your copy of Bible Pathways this
Sunday, February 5 as we Journey through the bible in 2017.
·
Here is a video
you can watch and show during your Super Bowl activities next Sunday. It is designed to be shown during halftime. Use it to share the Christian testimony of
several players and coaches as well as presenting the gospel to your friends
and family. Check it out at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wQH-u9ShXk
