First Baptist Church Carthage E-News for February 20, 2017

FBC Carthage E-News

February 20, 2017

Good Morning,

It has been an exciting few days at the Frank house as we have welcomed a new member into our family, Carolina Grace Clark.  She was born on February 17 (2-17-17) around 7:40 PM.  She weighed 7 pounds and 4 ounces and was 19 ½ inches long.  It has been an exciting adventure becoming a grandparent.  Words cannot express the joy and love I feel when I am with Carolina Grace.  I am looking forward to the days, weeks, years ahead as “Grandpa Frank.”  Thank you for all the prayers and messages you have sent our way.    I was reminded this morning of the second verse of the hymn “Because He Lives” that says,

How sweet to hold a newborn baby,
And feel the pride and joy (s)he brings;
But greater still the calm assurance:
This child can face uncertain days because He (Jesus) Lives!  

Because He lives, I can face tomorrow,
Because He lives, all fear is gone;
Because I know He holds the future,
And life is worth the living, Just because He lives!

Just a reminder, we will be sending the special offering for hunger relief in Kenya on Wednesday of this week.  If you would like to give toward this offering bring your donation by the church office on Monday of Tuesday.  As of today, we have received $2,771.00 to be given for relief to some of the estimated 2 million Kenyans facing starvation.  Ridgeways Baptist Church in Nairobi, Kenya and their Pastor Elijah Wanje are our mission partners in this effort.  We will send our money to them to distribute as they are ministering in their country.  It is a blessing to have a generous ministry partner to join hands together in this crisis.  Here is the video from last week that gives a graphic picture of the desperate situation in Kenya:     

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeAKyUjxb7I

We have had several people sign-up for Right Now Media, a new video resource the church is offering to everyone on a three month trial.  It is basically a Christian Study “Netflix” type resource that offers Marriage, Parenting, Bible Study and Christian Growth videos that you can watch for free.  There is no cost to you through the church’s subscription.  If you would like to participate simply send me an email to tfrank@fbccarthage.com with the email address you would like to use.  Right Now Media will send you the information and invitation toregister for the site.  There are over 10,000 helpful, inspiring, and informative videos to help you grow in your Christian walk.

It has been brought to my attention that a family of four in our church is in need of an inexpensive,  dependable vehicle.  If you have a vehicle you would donate or sell cheep, let me know at tfrank@fbccarthage.com.

As I prepared for the message on Sunday about the church, I was reminded of how important the church is in our lives and how much we need each other.  It is a joy to be a part of FBC Carthage and to serve as your Pastor. 

Have a blessed week,

Bro. Tim

Here is the news for the week:

·        This Sunday, February 26 we will welcome Troy Human, a Gideon from Livingston as he shares his passion for the Bible and the power of the scriptures to change lives.  The Gideons are known for the world-wide distribution of more than 2 Billion copies of the Bible in schools, military, hospitals, and hotels in more than 95 languages in over 200 countries.  We will also receive a special offering for the distribution of Bibles through the work of the Gideons.

·         Join us for a “Call to Prayer” on Tuesday mornings at 7:00 AM in the Sanctuary.   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. 

·         The special exercise classes continue this Wednesday in the Christian Life Center at 1:00 PM.  Everyone is invited to participate in this low-impact exercise program designed to help with mobility, stamina, and balance.

·         An associational 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.

·        We are planning a Marriage Encounter evening featuring dinner and discussion for Friday, March 3 at 6:00 PM.  We will enjoy a meal together and then have a training and discussion on the central principle of marriage in the Bible found in Ephesians 5:33.  Married couples of all ages are encouraged to attend this evening of fun, focus, and discussion. 

·         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.

·         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. 

·         We have had several inquires the part-time custodian position at FBC Carthage.  We are  receiving resumes for the position which 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 and to submit a resume, contact the church office for a full list of qualification and responsibilities.

·         Join us as we Read Through the Bible in 2017 using the Bible Pathways Reading Guides.  These can be picked up at the Connection Point and in the foyer of the Sanctuary.  Bible Pathways Guide is also available online at:  http://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/biblepathways/

·        The Sunday morning, Sunday night, and Wednesday night services are being video recorded and can be watched online by going to our church web page www.fbccarthage.com.  On the home page scroll down “Live Stream Audio - Live Broadcasts” and select the service you wish to watch by date.  A special thanks to the Media Team for making this resource available.