First Baptist Fairburn On Mission!

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1 First Edition June 2012 First Baptist Fairburn On Mission! Builders For Christ June Marion, Alabama WV Mission Team June 9-15 Marlinton, W. Virginia Each summer, this group finds a location who needs help and goes. This year they will be visiting Ephesus Baptist Church in Marion, Alabama. Ephesus was a victim of a tornado. The Sanctuary was leveled, yet their Fellowship Hall was left standing. Fifty-eight people have registered to go to West Virginia. During the weeklong trip, the team will be ministering in the following areas. Prison Birthing Center Children s Day Camp Habitat Helpers Men s Prison Senior Citizens Center The team will depart on Sunday, June 17 and will return on Saturday, June 23. Most of the team camps. However, hotels are available. Below is a picture of First Baptist Church of Huntersville. If you are interested in going on the trip or making a donation, please contact Rendel Cunningham, trip coordinator. To be a prayer partner, contact Larry Chester. Below is a picture of this year s site. Church Family June 2012 Fairburn, Georgia Can t go on the trips? You can help from Fairburn! Pray! A list of those attending the trip to WV will be in the June 3 bulletin. If you would be interested in being a prayer partner for someone on the Builders For Christ, contact Larry Chester. Donate! Contribute to the Mission Trip Scholarships or Builders For Christ. Provide water and sports drinks for the Builders For Christ.

2 The Pastor s Desk Rev. Justin Terrell, Pastor justin@fbcfairburn.com Changing Lives This Summer There is no better time throughout the year than the summer months for fulfilling the Great Commission. With children out of school, longer periods of daylight available, and enjoyable weather, more ministry can be done in the summer than other times during the year. This is why we as a church take advantage of this season by hosting Vacation Bible School, going on two out-of-state mission trips, and operating several children's camps and events, among other ministry activities. While we all enjoy these opportunities and create many memories in the process, I want us to remember that the main reason we partake in these events is to see life-change take place through the gospel. The gospel is the only hope for a world that is lost and dying. Paul says, 'For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes" (Romans 1:16). It is the church's duty this summer to share this gospel with everyone we aim to reach. However, not only are we trying to generate life-change in the lives of others, we should seek God to bring lifechange to our hearts as well. The same gospel that saves a lost person is also the same message that continually molds believers into the image of Christ. It is through the daily denial of self and the daily surrender to Christ that any believer will experience spiritual growth. Therefore, as we enter into the summer months of ministry, I want our aim and vision to be about seeing life-change take place through the gospel of Jesus Christ not only for those who are lost, but also for those of us who are saved. However, it goes without saying that our efforts alone will never result in life-change. It is only through the power of the Holy Spirit that anyone's heart will be transformed into the image of God. Therefore, it is imperative that all of us constantly pray for the lost and for each other as we serve the Lord this summer. Music Ministry Rev. David Ray I want to thank each and every one of you for your prayers during this time of transition. I also want to thank you for your expressions of gratitude, your donations to the love offering, and your words of encouragement. The last six and one-half years have been a blessing in my life and that of my family. We will carry special memories of you as we continue to serve the Lord wherever He leads us. It was indeed my honor and a pleasure serving the LORD here at FBC Fairburn with you! Blessings! Left: David on the Sons of Jubal Trip to China & People s Republic of North Korea Above: The Ray Family Mr. Donny Thomas During the quarterly church conference, which was held on May 20, the Personnel Committee recommended Donny Thomas as the Interim Worship Pastor. Donny s first Sunday will be June 17. Donny & Rita have been members of FBC Fairburn for almost nine years. They are a part of Awakening, the young adults praise band, and assist in the College & Career Ministry. While working fulltime for Georgia Power, Donny is completing his Bachelors of Arts in Ministry from Luther Rice University; he has just two classes remaining. Welcome, Donny!

3 Children s Ministry Grades 1-5 Rev. Russell Aguirre, Student Pastor russell@fbcfairburn.com Chandler Greer, Intern chandlergreer@yahoo.com It s Summertime! And we all know what that means School s Out! Time for water wars, adventures, lock-ins, and much more! This summer is going to be packed full with fun times and fellowship. Make sure you have your calendars marked for upcoming events we are having at the church! I hope to see you all! All of the summer activities are open to children who have completed K5-5th grades! Each child will receive a T-shirt to wear to each of the events. The cost is listed with each event on the schedule. Don t forget about the regular weekly schedule. See you on Sundays and Wednesdays throughout the summer! Children s Weekly Schedule: Sundays: Children s Sunday School - 9:45 a.m. & Children s Church - During Most Morning Services Wednesdays: Kids For Christ - 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Summer Events Calendar Thursday, May 31, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. - Kids Day Out - Monkey Joe s ($11) Friday, June 1, 6-9 p.m. - Fun Friday - Water War ($5) VBS - Come learn about the Amazing Wonders! Sunday-Thursday, June 3-7 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. FREE! Thursday, June 21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. - Kids Day Out - Cochran Mill Nature Center ($8) Friday, June 22, 6-9 p.m. - Fun Friday - Game Night ($5) Thursday, June 28, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. - Kids Day Out - Noah s Ark Zoo ($8) Friday, June 29, 6-9 p.m. - Fun Friday - Pool Party ($5) Friday-Saturday, July 6-7, 6 p.m.-8 a.m. - Gwinnett Braves Game & Church Lock-in ($15) Thursday, July 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. - Kids Day Out - Water Works Park in Newnan ($7) Friday, July 13, 6-9 p.m. - Fun Friday - Rockbridge Adventure ($15) Music Day Camp - That s So Daniel! Monday-Friday, July a.m.-4 p.m. $15 Performance on Friday at 7 p.m. Thursday, August 2, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. - Kids Day Out - Stone Mountain Park ($16) Come! Bring friends! Student News Grades 6-12 Rev. Russell Aguirre, Student Pastor russell@fbcfairburn.com Summer is finally here! There is so much to do, like our Mission Trip, Centrifuge Camp trip, lock-ins, space invaders, game nights, and so much more! Students, be checking the church summer calendar all summer long so you don t miss out on anything planned! Also remember that SOULED OUT, our Wednesday Night Worship, will still be meeting regularly throughout the summer. Thanks to everyone who either donated and/or bought from the Student Bake Sale Fundraiser on Mother s Day! Because of your participation, we were able to raise money that will go towards the students summer trips this year. I hope you enjoyed your tasty desserts, and had a wonderful Mother s Day celebration with your families. Don t forget about these important trips and dates! Also don t let money be an excuse on why you can t go! Bowl & Putt Saturday, June p.m. Junction Lanes, Newnan Hey all students and workers?! Meet me at Junction Lanes for two hours of unlimited bowling and putt-putt. The cost is $12.00 per person and this includes shoe rental, bowling, and putt-putt. Eat before you come. Bring extra money for snacks or the arcade. Don t have $12? No problem come anyways! RSVP to Russell or sign up in the Warehouse! Below are IMPORTANT dates: (June 2) Bowl & Putt [See left] (June 3-7) Vacation Bible School [to help see Russell Aguirre] (June 9-15) West Virginia Mission Trip [$100 per student is due.] (July 16-21) Centrifuge Camp at Union University [Cost: $310 per student]

4 Information for Church Members Only VBS Meals A meal will be offered before Vacation Bible School begins. The cost is $5 for youth & adults (age 12 & up) and $3 for children under the age of 12. VBS Workers are free; however, a reservation must be made for each night. Below are the menus. Submit the reservations to the church office or reservations to jenni@fbcfairburn.com by 5/31. Don t forget to make reservations for your entire party including your family and any friends who will be for sure joining you. Name: Contact Number: Sunday - Hot dogs & Chips Youth/Adult Meal: Child(ren): Monday - Bojangles Chicken, Biscuits, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans Youth/Adult Meal: Child(ren): Tuesday - Lasagna, Salad, Garlic Bread Youth/Adult Meal: Child(ren): Wednesday - Sub Sandwiches & Chips Youth/Adult Meal: Child(ren): Thursday - Pizza & Salad Youth/Adult Meal: Child(ren):

5 June 2012 First Baptist Church of Fairburn 770/ First Baptist Church of Fairburn exists to worship Christ, grow in His word, serve His church, and reach our community! SUNDAY SCHEDULE 9:00 a.m. Coffee & Donuts, Library Open, Prayer 9:15 a.m. Orchestra Practice (June 17 & 24 only) 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Morning Worship & Hispanic Service 4:00 p.m. Awakening 6:00 p.m. Evening Worship WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE 6:00 p.m. Life Group Class, Souled Out (Youth), Kids For Christ, Preschool Activities 7:30 p.m. Celebration Choir (June 20 & 27 only) OTHER WEEKLY EVENTS THURSDAYS 7:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry FRIDAYS 6:30 a.m. Prayer Breakfast Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 2 6:00p Kids/ Fun Friday (Water Wars) VBS Set-up! 8:00p Youth: Bowl & Putt at Junction Lanes in Newnan :30a SS Teachers & Workers Mtg & Breakfast 7:00a WV Mission Team Departs VBS - Dinner at 5:00 p.m. & Event from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Private Wedding PM No Church Activities 11:30a Jolly Elders Lunch Mission Trip - West Virginia GA Baptist Youth Music Camps Father s Day 12:30 Hispanic Luncheon - FH No PM Activities WMU Leadership Conference - Louisiana Builders For Christ - Marion, Alabama 9:00a KDO - Cochran Mill 11:00a Mary Amoss WOM 6:00p Kids Fun Friday (Game Night) :00p Young Women s WOM 7:00p Patriotic Service at FBC Newnan 9:00a KDO - Noah s Ark Zoo 11:00a The Silver Chords GA Baptist Children s Music Camp 6:00p Kids Fun Friday (Pool Party) GBC Training - Fellowship Hall Private Event in the Fellowship Hall

6 Women on Mission NEW WMU Logo National WMU introduced new branding elements March 30, including an updated trademark and tagline. Since 2006, our trademark incorporated the letters WMU with a larger M to place emphasis on missions. Now missions - the singular focus of WMU - is emphasized in our new tagline, Missions for Life TM. Missions for Life sums up the purpose of WMU in a number of ways, explained Julie Walters, communications specialist for national WMU. First, it communicates that WMU promotes a lifestyle that is focused on the mission of God. In addition, the word 'life' is holistic like WMU in that we offer resources for all life stages from preschool to adults that help develop confident missions disciples. Missions is also the pathway for many to hear and learn about Jesus, the Giver of eternal life. The new trademark or graphic is actually an updated version of the original one adopted in 1913 (pictured right). The original contains a number of elements, including the outline of a fish, an early Christian symbol; a flame or light representing the light of Christ in Christians to lead others to Him and to follow His light into the world; an open Bible representing knowledge of Scripture and teaching missions-related passages; and a globe expressing the idea of an outward focus on the peoples of the world. WMU s new trademark incorporates two elements from this original version: the fish and a stylized circle or world. The colors of blue and green are fresh and appealing to both genders, and used in a stylized circle, they also express the idea of sharing Christ in our world, Walters said. We believe this new graphic celebrates our heritage while embracing today s opportunities by better reflecting the active, friendly, reliable, and invested mindset of those involved in global missions through WMU. (Article adapted from WMU web site) The Story Lives On Every two years the WMU introduces a new emphasis to help plan and focus the work in the local church. The WMU emphasis book for is The Story Lives On by Wanda S. Lee, National Executive Director of WMU. This book was chosen because this year begins a special time of preparation. WMU will celebrate its 125th anniversary in May The final celebration will be in June 2014 in Baltimore, Maryland. That city was the first home of national WMU. What are the stories that make up your life? Who influenced you toward faith? As we look closely at the stories of the Bible, we will discover how the ultimate story of God s love, the gift of His Son Jesus, lives on through the lives of those who have followed Him throughout the generations. Our stories matter. Why do our stories matter? As Christians, our stories matter because they testify to God s redemptive power. Wanda said the experience of Peter and John in Acts 4: challenged her to examine her own life and to rediscover her passion for sharing the story of Jesus. After being imprisoned and beaten for telling the story of Jesus they responded to threats of further persecution with this answer: We cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard. (NIV 1984) Twenty centuries later, we know His story because that first group of disciples and new believers kept telling the story of Jesus. We must keep the story living, not only through our words but also through our lives. In the twenty-first century, it is our responsibility to be like John and Peter in Acts 4. We must tell about what we have seen and heard....that is how the story will live on! Monthly Meetings Mae Cook WOM Will not meet as it is during VBS. Mary Amoss WOM Thursday, June 21 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Hall Young Ladies WOM Monday, June 25 7:00 p.m. Fellowship Hall

7 Sunday School Teachers & Workers Learning Session Sunday, June 3 8:30 a.m. TOPIC: Session #3: CLARITY: Sunday School Done Right Casts the Vision and Implements the Tasks! What You Call It Doesn't Matter! What You Do with It Does! Be sure you are there to see HOW Sunday School works, and what you can do. Men s Brotherhood This regularly scheduled monthly gathering will canceled for June. Please be in prayer for those who will be attending the Mission Trips to WV & Alabama. FREEDOM CELEBRATION Come hear the sound of freedom through song and testimony as we declare In God We Trust Free Admission PRESENTED BY COMBINED Sanctuary Choirs & Orchestras First Baptist Church of Newnan and Flat Creek Baptist Church June 24, 7 p.m. Flat Creek June 25, 7 p.m. FBC Newnan Special Guest: Clebe McClary Ret. 1st Lt. USMC While completing his 19th reconnaissance mission in Vietnam in October of 1968, Lt. Clebe McClary was critically wounded during an enemy ambush on Hill #146. Clebe's bravery and leadership under fire resulted in his being presented with the Silver Star and the Bronze Star by the President of the United States. Although Clebe suffered the traumatic loss of an eye and arm, and was later told he would never walk again, he didn't lose the will to overcome his circumstances. Clebe McClary is living proof of the promise in Romans 5:3-5 that, "...we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint us..." K5-5 th Grade (Completed) July 23-27, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Performance - July 27, 7:00 p.m. (Children will need to return to church at 5:30 p.m. on Friday) Cost: $15 & Bring a sack lunch each day. New Church Year A new church year begins after the summer. Over the next several weeks, the Nominating Committee and the Committee on Committees will begin their tasks of seeking individuals to serve within the church. It may be to serve on a committee, to teach a Sunday School Class, or to minister in a variety of areas. Pray and ask God where He would have you honor Him. If you are interested in a particular area, contact the church office at 770/ or joy@fbcfairburn.com. As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God s varied grace. 1 Peter 4:10

8 Come learn about the Amazing Wonders! First Baptist Church of Fairburn s Vacation Bible School Sunday-Thursday, June 3-7 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. Nightly VBS is for ALL ages! Babies and preschoolers are welcome to attend as long as a parent participates (either by teaching a class or attending the adult class). Children in grades 1-5 will have a wonderful time! The adult class is for anyone 12 years old and older who doesn t already have an active role in VBS. First Baptist Church of Fairburn, Georgia 23 Malone Street SE Fairburn, Georgia / NON-PROFIT U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT NO. 4 FAIRBURN, GA Rev. Justin Terrell Pastor Rev. Russell Aguirre Student Pastor Donny Thomas Interim Worship Leader Judy Crumley Music Associate & Pianist Rev. Paul Vasquez Spanish Pastor Joy Baker Ministry Assistant Jenni Cunningham Receptionist Mildred Cook Organist Return Address Service Requested