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1 The Messenger October 2016 Volume 52 Rev. Steve Ho g g, Pastor Issue 2 Free community Free community wide event! wide Dress upevent! in your Dress upcostume in your favorite favorite and join uscostume for food, and food, fun,join andusoffor course, fun, course, TrunkandorofTreating! Trunk or Treating! FBC ROCK Hill FBC ROCK 481 Hood CenterHill Dr. 481 Center Dr. RockHood Hill, SC Join us at First Baptist for Corner Rock ofhill, SCLyle Dave Blvd Join us at First Baptist for Corner of Dave Lyle Blvd & Hood Center Dr &fbcrockhill.org Hood Center Dr fbcrockhill.org WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2016 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2016LOT 6 P.M. - 8 THE FBC PARKING 6 P.M. - 8 THE FBC PARKING LOT For more info visit, bit.ly/fbctort. For more info or to volunteer visit, bit.ly/fbctort. MAP MAP visit the bit.ly/fbctort or just scan the QR code above visit the bit.ly/fbctort or just scan the QR code above Children of all ages ARE invited! Children of all ages ARE invited!

2 - December 4-6 FBC Rock Hill in the Worship Center Experience the beauty of the Christmas season with the Annie Moses Band as the acclaimed classical crossover ensemble performs stunning arrangements of holiday favorites. Strings, harp, and soaring vocals take the stage to re-imagine classic melodies and to debut originals that are sure to become classic. From the electrifying rhythm of Carol of the Bells to the breath-taking beauty of O Holy Night, Christmas with the Annie Moses Band is a cinematic journey audiences are sure to love. Join the First Baptist Worship Choir and Orchestra as we host the Annie Moses Band to kick off the Christmas season. General admission tickets ($10) Only one performance so seating will be limited. Get your tickets early. You do not want to miss Christmas with the Annie Moses Band! Tickets($10) available at the church or online at bit.ly/fbcchristmasconcert.

3 WELCOME TO THE FAMILY OF FAITH Marinda Martin Baptism Jerry Martin Kendra Martin Casey Layman Randy Hayslett Eythelyn Hayslett Savannah Cloud Baptism Debra Nicholson Danny Nicholson Chanze Harris Statement Kelsey Poole Statement By Baptism: 1 By : 7 By Statement: 2 = Total: 10 Sunday, October 2 4 p.m. till 7 p.m. in the Worship Center For everyone who comes forward in a worship service at First Baptist, there is a need for someone to spend some time talking to them about their decision. On October 16, there will be a training for new decision counselors and a refresher class for those currently serving as counselors from 11:45 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. in room 225 (Choir Rm). You may sign up by calling the Church Office or by ing Geri Parrish at gerip@fbcrockhill.org, or by signing up on the Welcome Card on Sunday. There is no cost for the training and lunch will be served. The deadline to sign up is Wednesday, October 12

4 MEN S VIKING NIGHT! OCTOBER 8:30 p.m. A Monday Night Football party, men only, big screen outside, eat with your hands. The goal is to invite some friends that are unchurched or dechurched. The event will be held at Harry Johnson s house. Please visit bit.ly/viking-night for his address. A WARRIOR GATHERING MEN S CHALLENGE WEEKEND Friday, Oct 28 - Saturday, Oct FBC Our Men s Challenge Weekend will led by Michael Thompson, Author of Heart of the Warrior. The weekend begins Friday, October 28 at 6:00 p.m. with a dinner (Meal Included MEN S CHALLENGE with Ticket Purchase), followed by Session 1 at 6:45 p.m. We will meet again WEEKEND the28 following OCT. -29 morning at 8:30 for breakfast (Meal Included with Ticket Purchase) and Session 2. Saturday s events will conclude in the afternoon at 12:30 FBC ROCK HILL (Lunch is not Included). Tickets are $10 each, visit bit.ly/fbc-mcw to TICKETS ARE $10 STARTS 6 P.M. WITH SUPPER purchase tickets online and for more info about the Men s weekend. Visit bit.ly/fbc-mcw for more info For more info about the Men s Ministry, visit The Ministerial and Staff Relations Committee reminds you that October is Staff Appreciation Month! A different staff group will be featured on a Sunday in October, starting October 9.

5 For more info, visit fbcrockhill.org/events/momsnext. For info visit, fbcrockhill.org/events/sufficient-grace. Many women who have experienced abortion hide the secret deep in their hearts and suffer in silence. Belinda Ezell would like to help start the healing process, one on one, through a personal Bible study. Contact her directly at brezell@comporium.net if you are interested in learning more. ROAR BASKETBALL ( ) $89- Early Bird Special (Until October 12th) $99- Regular Sign Up (October 12th and after) Visit roarsports.org for more info & to sign up!

6 A great way for guests to meet Pastor Hogg, our other ministers and their spouses is to attend Dinner with the Pastor. During this fun and relaxing evening, you will learn more about First Baptist and how to become a member. A staff member serves as host of each table and answers questions while everyone enjoys a delicious meal. There is no charge for the event and childcare is provided. Please sign up by contacting Katherine in the Church Office ( ), or by ing her at katherinef@fbcrockhill.org. For more info visit bit.ly/fbcrhdwtp. FIRST CONNECT : SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9:10 a.m. October 9:10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Choir Room (Rm225) A multimedia presentation For all members age 13+ who have not yet attended this orientation For anyone interested in learning more about First Baptist Church Call the Church Office ( ) to make your reservation or tammyw@fbcrockhill.org or check the box on the or sign up online at bit.ly/1st_con. Class size limited. Sign up early. Deadline to register for class is Tuesday, October 25

7 Each year, Samaritan s Purse sponsors Operation Christmas Child in order to provide gifts to children around the world. A small shoebox can have a big impact. What goes into the box is fun, but what comes out of it is eternal. Be a part of changing children s lives all over the world in Jesus Name through the power of a simple gift with Operation Christmas Child. We will kick off our Operation Christmas Child campaign on Sunday, October 9. We will have boxes available to pick up that day. Shoeboxes are due back at FBC by Sunday, November 6. Carman Austin is our church s OCC coordinator. Once again this year, First Baptist will serve as a regional collection center. From November 14-21, we will need volunteers to help load shoe boxes on the trailer. For more information, you may contact Rebecca Finch at finchfamily@comporium.net. SENIOR ADULT LUNCHEON Monday, October 24 at 11:30 a.m. in the Worship Center for our program, we will be hosting Todd Parrott in concert. Todd has been playing the harmonica for more than 26 years and has been called one of the finest harmonica players in gospel music today. You may sign up in Sunday School or by calling the Church Office ( ). Cost is $5 a per person. The deadline to sign up is Tuesday, October 18. Christmas at Connie Maxwell Join us December 8 for a trip to the lights of Christmas at Connie Maxwell Home in Greenwood, SC. We will leave the church at 3:00 p.m., stop for supper at The Amish Kitchen. After supper, we will celebrate Christmas at Connie Maxwell with Christmas lights, music, and story-tellers. The cost is $25 per person and includes travel and supper. The deadline to sign up is Monday, October 31. You may sign up at the October luncheon or by contacting Geri in the Church office ( ).

8 The Messenger ( ) is published monthly by First Baptist Church, 481 Hood Center Drive, Rock Hill South Carolina Periodical postage paid at Rock Hill SC. Postmaster: Send address change to 481 Hood Center Drive, Rock Hill South Carolina Pastoral Staff Rev. Steve Hogg Senior Pastor Rev. Steve White Worship & Music Rev. Jamie Burdette Sr. Adult & Missions Rev. Will Beaty Communications & Contemporary Worship Rev. David Mitchell Youth Ministry Office Ministerial Staff Rev. Steve Polk Assimilation & Spiritual Growth Rev. Scott Blasingame Elementary & Preteen Ministry Program Staff Holly Matthews Director Preschool Ministries Scot McGuire Orchestra Director Victoria Burdette Youth Ministry Intern Contact Information Website Administrative Staff Terri A. Hood Church Administrator Tom Rinehart Pastoral Staff Administrator Tony Huffman Facilities Manager Matt Greer Graphic Media & Publications Director Sunbeams OUR CHURCH FAMILY SUNDAY SCHOOL September September September GIVING BUDGET Given Sept 4 - Sept 25...$190, Given to Date...$190, Budget Goal to Date... $198, SIX IN 6 CAMPAIGN Given Sept 4 - Sept 25...$39, Given to Date...$980, Total Commitments...$1,815, STAFF NEWS OCTOBER BIRTHDAYS: Carla Crocker (3) Steve Polk (5) Jesse Adams (12) Bill Orr (18) STAFF ANNIVERSARY OCTOBER ANNIVERSARY: Steve White (1999) James Craig (2007) Matt Greer (2014) SYMPATHY The Staff and Congregation of First Baptist Church extend deepest sympathy to the family of Christopher Barker; to Kendra Martin on the death ofher father, Phil Smith; to the family of James Harmon; to Alisha Churchill on the death of her grandmother; to Jane Perrin on the death of her mother; to Sylvia Spencer Shiflett on the death of her mother; to Kenneth Wilkins on the death of his wife, Mary Wilkins; and to Raymond Van Boven on the death of his wife, Fran Van Boven. MEMORIALS James Harmon (4) VOTER REGISTRATION The deadline to register in time for the November election is October 8. You can register online at We also have registration forms available at the Welcome Center.