July 10, The Vision Newsletter of First Baptist Church. VBS On MY Heart

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1 The Vision Newsletter of First Baptist Church July 10, 2017 VBS On MY Heart A schoolmate of Matt Chandler s with the locker next to his: I need to tell you about Jesus. When do you want to do that? I love it! What a way to set up an opportunity to share the gospel and bring someone to Christ. When do you want to do that? Why not do it with children at VBS? I mean after all, children are humble, obedient, receptive and so willing to trust. As a matter of fact, children were never told to come as adults. Rather, adults were told to come as children. Many of the faithful in our churches today were people who had childhood conversions and a large number of those were during VBS. VBS is happening as you receive this newsletter. Would you pause right now for a moment and pray for our VBS, workers, and especially the children who are ready to believe and receive Christ into their life as Savior and Lord. Jesus said, Suffer the little children to come unto me, and forbid them not: for of such is the kingdom of God. Verily I say unto you, Whosoever shall not receive the kingdom of God as a little child, he shall not enter therein. (Mark 10:14-15) Blessings, Brother Gary

2 What a great week at Falls Creek! We took about 60 students and had 8 decisions for Christ. 6 of those were decisions to follow Jesus for Salvation. We even got to baptize one student in the creek in front of our cabin. We had great times of worship both in the morning and evening. Thank you to the sponsors and cooks who gave up their time to minister to our students. Also, thank you to those who give so generously so our students can participate in Falls Creek. Please be praying for these students as they continue to strive to follow Jesus more closely in their everyday life. -Steve

3 Coming July 29 This course will be offered to our church and to any in the community who wish to take this defensive driving course specifically tailored to senior adults. It is used to help give a discount on your car insurance and help improve your driving skills. Cost: $15 for AARP members, $20 for non-members Time: 9am-3pm with lunch break (A free lunch will be provided by the JOY Group) *See Mark or Becky Carnell for more details*

4 Attention All Biking Enthusiasts!!!! This summer, Alisa Duncan, a Baptist missionary serving in Mexico, will ride her bicycle all the way from Oklahoma City to Alberta Canada. Her journey, which will last more than 50 days and extend more than 2,500 miles, is to raise awareness and funds for a special ministry in Mexico. This current effort the Finish Well Ride, will raise support for the Bet Shalom Nursing Center, a Christian ministry in Guerrero that primarily served abandoned and at-risk senior adults. Alisa s journey is scheduled to depart from the Baptist Building in Oklahoma City on July 20. Mike Hand from the BGCO stated Oklahoma Baptists can join us at the Baptist Building parking lot at 11 (a.m.), to eat, buy a T-shirt to support Alisa and pray for her as she leaves on this incredible journey. Biking enthusiasts who are interested in joining Alisa on the first 50 mile leg of this journey from OKC are welcome to join. FBC will be sponsoring a water stop on that day, July 20th beginning at 2:30 p.m. Please stop by and show your support.

5 Adult Choir will be off for Summer Break during the month of July! We will start back on August 9th, so if you want to join us, that is the PERFECT time to start! Come and join us as we sing and lead familiar and new songs of worship for FBC, Piedmont!

6 Weekly Activities Sunday 8:00 a.m. Worship Service Children s Church 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Children s Church 6:30 p.m. Evening Worship Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Fellowship Meal 6:30 p.m. Wednesday Warriors (June 8-28) Ages K-6th grade 6:15 p.m. Bible Study and Prayer 6:30 p.m. Elevate (youth) 7:00 p.m. Worship Choir THE RECORD June 18, 2017 Offering:$12, SS Attendance:274 June 25, 2017 Offering:$13, SS Attendance:283 New Members: Blaine & Kristin Hooper ~Back to School Supplies~ First Baptist Piedmont August 5 4:30-6:30p.m. (Set up at 2:30p.m.) Sponsoring Sunday School Classes Contact Brother Randy

7 July SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT th of July God and Country Day No Grow Office closed Block Party 9 10 Men s Breakfast 6am Vacation Bible School July 9-13 No GROW GROW Men s Breakfast 6am (Note Date Change) Family Bowling 6-8p.m GROW 31 No GROW Men s Breakfast 6am AARP Driving Class

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