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1 Kingdom News First Baptist Church Wilmington North Carolina Issue 6 Volume 78 June 2014 Congrats High School Grads of 2014 Elizabeth Cartrette Savannah Edwards Ellyn Currie Cameron Elliott New Hanover New Hanover New Hanover New Hanover UNC-Chapel Hill North Carolina State UNC Wilmington Appalachian State Life Verse: Hebrews 11:1 Life Verse: Proverbs 3:5 Life Verse: Proverbs 31:30 Life Verse: Revelation 21:4 In This Issue Page 2 Peyson Hunt Caine Harrell Anna Fisher New Hanover UNC-Chapel Hill Life Verse: John 3:16 Topsail Cape Fear Community Life Verse: Psalm 23 New Hanover Hampden-Sydney Life Verse: Proverbs 3:21 Elaine King John T. Hoggard UNC-Chapel Hill Life Verse: James 1:19 Dr. Cook Nominated as 2015 CBF Moderator Page 3 College Graduates 2014 SPECIAL BUSINESS CONFERENCE Isabella Mason Autumnlee Meyer Rena Poulson Ven Puia Dallas Stansfield Heide Trask Sr. Cape Fear Community Life Verse: Psalm 27:1-2 Eugene Ashley Liberty University Life Verse: Psalm 55:16-17 New Hanover UNC Wilmington Life Verse: Proverbs 3:5-6 New Hanover Life Verse: John 14:6 Undecided John T. Hoggard UNC Wilmington Life Verse: Proverbs 1:1-4 Ashley Williford Trey Williford Page 7 Special Business Conference Luke Theodorakis Eugene Ashley Eugene Ashley East Carolina University Cape Fear Community Life Verse: Matthew 5:6 Life Verse: Jeremiah 29:11 Eugene Ashley UNC Charlotte Life Verse: Phil. 4:13 Shane Willis Will Winstead John T. Hoggard Coastal Christian East Carolina University UNC Wilmington Life Verse: 1 Peter 5:7 Life Verse: James 2:13

2 Dr. Cook Nominated as 2015 CBF Moderator We are pleased to share the news that our pastor, Matt Cook, has been nominated as the Moderator-Elect for the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (CBF). It is quite an honor to be asked to serve in this capacity. If elected, Matt will serve as the Moderator of the national body in 2015, CBF s 25th anniversary year. Matt has been deeply involved in CBF life for many years and currently serves on the CBF Governing Board. He will bring enthusiasm, vision and a continued commitment to the missional focus that has shaped CBF life in recent years. Matt s nomination to this highly esteemed position is a recognition of his own gifts and abilities and is an honor for First Baptist Church. The election will take place at the CBF General Assembly in Atlanta, GA later this month. What Does It Mean to Be a Missional Church? As I write this, I m sitting in the Atlanta airport waiting to catch a plane to South Africa. As I write this, we have a team of more than twenty-five college students down in the Bahamas being the hands and feet of Christ. As I write this, the finishing touches are being put on our Mission Possible Day where we ll spread out over Wilmington and share God s love in a variety of places. But as wonderful as those things are, the best way you can tell how missional our church is becoming isn t by the number of events we plan, but the number of people we unleash to carry out God s mission every day; at work, at school, at play, at home. That s because our church isn t primarily the budget and organized activities that we organize but the loving witness we give about God and Jesus Christ everywhere we go. So while I hope you pray for us as we go to serve in far away places, know that the impact you can make right here is just as important. Let s all join God in His mission to put the world back together, one person at a time. College Missionaries Do Great Work in Bimini Twenty Six college students went on mission to Homestead, Florida and to the little island community of Bailey Town, Bimini during the last 10 days of May. Our first mission project was to help lead after school tutoring and creative arts at Open House, which is a CBF mission location. That night we led a worship service for the teenagers of Open House. The next day we sailed 50 miles across the Gulf Stream to Bimini. The college students worked with the Mt Zion Baptist Church leading a Vacation Bible School and painting their fellowship hall, Sunday School building and two bathrooms. They also led a Thursday night worship service for the church. A great time of fellowship happened after the service as we enjoyed a church-wide meal. Any time you go on mission in a foreign country and in a different culture, God has many opportunities to mold and make you into the image of Jesus. OUR VISION: To become a community of believers that is open and welcoming to anyone, no matter where they are on their faith journey, and is intentionally joining with Christ in his redemptive work and purposes in the world. OUR MISSION: To become, and help others to become, fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ. Be Curious. God May be Trying to Get Your Attention If you didn t know, our very own Jayne Davis writes for the Associated Baptist Press Blog as the Spiritual Formation Blogger. Her new article, Hearing God s Voice Through the Clamor is now posted! Read it now by visiting Discernment doesn t just happen. We have to get ready for it. Be curious. Pay attention to patterns. Come out of the cave. Know who you are. God wants to lead you, and he will persist until you are able to hear.

3 CONGRATS COLLEGE Ellen Marion graduated Magna Cum Laude and Academic All American in Gymnastics from North Carolina State University with a degree in Sport Management. She is the daughter of Sarah and Phil Marion. Catherine Elizabeth Jones graduated from NC State University with a BS in Civil Engineering with a concentration in Water Resources. She is the daughter of Maria and Philip Jones. Kayla Williford Johnson graduated Summa Cum Laude from North Carolina State University with a BS in Elementary Education with a concentration in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. She is the daughter of Carl and Kim Williford. Scanned by CamScanner Christine Galloway Meyer graduated from East Carolina University with a MS in Communication Sciences and Disorders for SpeechLanguage Pathology. Christine already has a BM from Furman University and a MM from East Carolina University, in Violin Performance and Suzuki Pedagogy. Her parents are Clint and Kathy Meyer. Don t Miss FBC Pictures & Events! Get updates on upcoming events, opportunities for ministry and fellowship, and photos from recent trips and events! Facebook.com/FBCWilmington GRADS Shelby Goerne graduated from UNC Chapel Hill as the 2014 Senior Class Marshal with a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education. She is the daughter of Gary and Kimberly Harris Christian Davis graduated from North Carolina State University with a BA in International Studies. He is the son of Wes and Jayne Davis. Hannah Criser graduated with honors from Cape Fear Community College with an Associates degree in Computer Engineering Technology. She is the daughter of David and Julie Criser. Katherine Elizabeth Meyer graduated from UNC Chapel Hill with a BA degree in Exercise and Sport Science. Her parents are Clint and Kathy Meyer. Kathryne Elizabeth Avery graduated Magna Cum Laude from Appalachian State University with a Bachelor of Science in Special Education and a minor in Art. She is the daughter of Pete and Juanita Avery. For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. - Jeremiah 29:11 Benjamin Smith graduated from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. He will begin his residency in emergency medicine at University Medical Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. He is the son of David and Nancy Smith. Summer Surf Camp Always wanted to learn how to surf? Well, now is your chance! All children, youth and adults are invited to participate in the FBC Surf Camp July We will begin each day at the Activities Center where we will enjoy a lunch while watching an educational surfing video. We will then head to Wrightsville Beach to take on the waves with certified surfing instructors. After surfing, we will cool down with some delicious ice cream. Cost is $125 which includes lessons, lunch and ice cream. Contact Don Vigus if you are interested at dvigus@fbcwilmington.org or

4 Sharing Life Together L Welcome New Members Josh Stine We celebrate the decision made by Josh Stine to commit to becoming a follower of Jesus and being baptized in the next few weeks. Josh is in the 4th grade and has been a part of our church family all of his life. His parents are Michelle and Mike Stine. Nicole Pearson Nicole Pearson has joined us by completing the First Friends Connections Class. She and her four year old daughter Emery has been worshipping with us for over a year. Nicole works at PPD and was introduced to First Baptist by Jennifer Tuttle and other members of our church that work at PPD. Cherrie Pridgen Cherrie Pridgen has transferred her church membership to our fellowship from a sister church in the city. She has lived in Wilmington much of her life and has a number of friendships in our church. Having completed our First Friends Connections Class, she has made new friends with others in the class and looks forward to becoming engaged in the various ministries of our church. Joyce Caffee We are happy to welcome Joyce Caffee to our church as she has joined us by transfer of her membership from Southport Baptist Church. Joyce has been worshippingwith us for the past couple of years as her son, Ray Caffee, and daughter-in-law, Brittany, and their two sons are also part of our congregation. Joyce is retired and enjoys having plenty of time to enjoy being with her family, especially her grandsons, Beckett and Wyatt. FBC Was the Salt in Wilmington for Mission Possible Day The theme for the 2014 Mission Possible Day was SALT FOR THE CITY. On Saturday, May 31, over 100 First Baptist members spent the morning sharing the love of God with our Wilmington community being that Salt. We had three mission project locations: Alderman Elementary School, PORTIA ( an inner-city after school program) and our downtown FBC campus. At Alderman, their street side sign was painted, courtyard was pressure washed and many classrooms were given a loving touch. At PORTIA, a home make-over transformation took place. A new porch roof was installed, all outside woodwork and windows were painted, three new ceiling fans and a new screen door were installed, a 20 x 30 concrete basketball court was poured and three new window air conditioner units were installed. It was hard to count how many flowers were planted. Lee Hines, the director of PORTIA, was overjoyed with the give your life away effort that was given to her ministry. The downtown FBC campus has never looked better. Beautiful bedding plants were planted along with the re-installation of our historical sign which has been missing since our steeple was knocked down in the hurricane. Overall, all the glory goes to God who blessed us by allowing us to be a blessing to our community. Thank you to everyone who helped make this day such a success!

5 Memorial Gifts The following memorials have been given generously, and we are deeply grateful: General Fund In memory of Frances Chappell by Margaret Fonville L.C. & Sarah Allen Boyce R. Staton Patty & Tom Head Patty S. Seitter Quaker Gap Baptist Church Betsy N. Dixon Pat Zabriskie Tripp & Jennifer Seitter Sid & Donna Livingston Jack & Beth Upton The Resource Company Kathryn Crutchfield Verna Lea Allen In memory of Hallie Perry by Tommy & Ann Millard In honor of Judy Brown by Haywood & Carolyn Davis In memory of David Bowen by Evelyn G. Brown Ed Glover In memory of Dr. Jimmy Smith by Roy Piner In memory of Jack Davis by Roy Piner In memory of Julius Corpening by Beth & Jack Upton Mission Possible In memory of Claude Marshall by Joan Marshall Attendance Music Ministry In memory of David Bowen by Patty & Tom Head In honor of Jimmy Everette by Willis & Ann Brown In honor of Jean & Kurt Wachtel by Willis & Ann Brown Tuesday Night Feeding Minsitry In memory of Frances Chappell by Joan B. Marshall Bereavement In memory of Hallie Perry by Julia & Hidy McEachern Senior Adults Ministry In memory of Frances Chappell by Rosa Gaskins Promise & Purpose In memory of Frances Chappell by Nancy & Tracy Formy-Duval In memory of David Bowen by Nancy & Tracy Formy-Duval In memory of Julius Corpening by Nancy & Tracy Formy-Duval Local Missions In memory of Lacy Davis Pearce by Bettie Ann & Tommy West In honor of Judy Brown by Bettie Ann & Tommy West MAY MAY MAY MAY Worship Sunday School Arrivals Congratulations to Charlie and Amanda Taylor on the birth of their daughter, Winfield Grace, on April 18, She weighed 7 lbs. and 11 oz. Congratulations to Kiff and Laura Kinkead on the birth of their daughter, Collins Cane, on April 27, She weighed 8 lbs. and 3 oz. Congratulations to Kenny and Melissa Woodruff on the birth of their son, Maddox Alton, on May 7, He weighed 4 lbs and 6 oz. Congratulations to Brandon and Brittany DeVore on the birth of their daughter, Brielle Nicole, on May 28, She weighed 7 lbs and 3 oz. Congratulations to Andrew and Sarah Walden on the birth of their son, Elijah Ward, on June 3, He weighed 5 lbs. and 15 oz. Tuesday Noon Our Tuesday Noon Service summer schedule has begun! We hope that you will be a part of our Tuesday Noon Services. We meet each week for a wonderful meal and time of fellowship, followed by a short devotional. The cost of the meal is $5 and no reservation is required. Be sure to check the Order of Worship and the FBC website for dates and events as it changes each month during the summer. We will look forward to seeing you at noon at the Activities Center! June 10th: Tuesday Noon Road Trip : We will meet at noon for a prayer time and will ride to the K&W on the church bus to enjoy lunch. June 17th: No Tuesday Noon June 24th: No Tuesday Noon July 1: Meal- Sandwiches, fruit & brownies Speaker: TBA August 19th: Meal (TBA) Speaker: Daryl Trexler Check the FBC website for the most updated schedule and menu: Giving May Goal: $ 154, May Receipts: ($ 152,426.38) YTD Goal: $ 772, YTD Receipts: $ 790, Baptist Hospitals $ 1, Sympathy Christian sympathy is extended to ENan Baldwin on the death of her mother, Frances Chappell, on May 2, She was a member of FBC for 62 years. Christian sympathy is extended to Jerry Rouse on the death of his mother, Elizabeth Rouse, on May 9, She was a member of FBC for 64 years. Christian Sympathy is extended to George and Steven Bowen on the death of their father, David Bowen, on April 28, He was a member of FBC for 25 years. Christian sympathy is extended to Hazel Hagans on the death of her husband, Earl, on May 27, 2014 in Charlotte, NC. Christian sympathy is extended to Julia McEachern on the death of her mother, Hallie D. Perry, on May 24, Christian sympathy is extended to Anne Cockerham on the death of her mother, Annie Lee Brown, on May 25, Christian Sympathy is extended to Donna Bryan on the death of her brother, Randall Keith, on May 21, 2014.

6 Bless a Guatemalan Family with 1 Month of Food,On July 24th FBC will be sending a team of 40 folks to Guatemala to share the love and hope of Jesus through the building of houses, the sharing of laughter and smiles, and the distribution of food to over 100 families. Through the generous support of our FBC family, most of the costs for the 16 houses that we will build on this trip have been covered. There is still opportunity, however, to sponsor one of the 116 food baskets that will be distributed. Each food basket contains a month s supply of staples for a family of 4. The cost to provide a food basket is $8. Checks can be made out to FBC. Write Guatemala Food Basket in the memo. Whether we go in person or through the prayer and financial support that we give, we are all a part of the work that God is doing in Guatemala and around the world. Your Help is Needed to Make Children s Camp a Success! Camp Creation is our summer camp VBS for our youngest disciples age 2 to rising Kindergarten. It is three short days from 9am till 11:30am July This camp is wonderful and really teaches the heart and mind of our youngest children. It fills up quickly each year and once again we are at maximum capacity for the Activities Center. We are in BIG NEED of about 10 more adult volunteers to serve as shepherds for the children at Camp Creation this year. It really is a FUN and STRESSLESS week and you are BLESSED beyond measure by the children eager to learn the love of Jesus! Please prayerconsider helping and Cin- Hudson at cindyahudhotmail.com if you can help! Jr. Discipleship a Great Time! First Baptist 5th and 6th graders along with some fantastic adult chaperones traveled to the Baptist Assembly at Fort Caswell for the annual Jr. Discipleship Retreat in early May. The weekend was spent building friendships, playing fun games and growing in our knowledge and love of Jesus. Our 6th graders were introduced and welcomed to Youth Group while reflecting and celebrating their memories and faith growth in Children s Ministry. Fine Arts & Camp Jonah are also looking for folks willing to be 'shepherds' for the different age groups as they move to multiple activities. If you have any of these gifts and would like to help, please contact Mrs. Jeannie at sweet about fully dy son@

7 Special Business Conference Set for July 13th On Sunday morning, July 13, 2014, the church will hold a Special Called Business Meeting at the conclusion of both the 8:50am and 11am worship services. During this time of business, the church will consider the following items: A) Amendments to the Constitution The Diaconate has approved and will be recommending that the church approve three changes and amendments to the constitution. A summary of these three changes and amendments are as follows: 1) Article VII, Section 2, H. The number of Personnel Committee members will be increased from 6 members to 9 members. This will enable the committee to more effectively do its work. 2) Article VII, Section 2, K. This change will no longer require the Administrative Council to meet prior to business meetings, but rather at the request of the pastor or the current chairperson of the diaconate. Functionally, the administrative council does not need to meet prior to every business conference 3) Article VII, Section 4, B. The changes made to this section seek to clarify the role, scope and organizational structure of the WMU. It seeks to clarify the relationship between the WMU and Women on Mission. The proposed language of this section will recognize that WMU is the parent organization of Women on Mission. B) Nominations For Personnel Committee The above constitutional changes will create additional members to the Personnel Committee. Upon approval of the above changes to the constitution, the nominating committee will be recommending three persons to fill these slots. We will publicize those nominations in the Order of Worship beginning on Sunday, June 22nd. C) Trustee Authority to Establish Housing Allowance each year For Retired Ministers A recommendation will be made to give the FBC Wilmington trustees the authority to designate at any time and from time to time a housing allowance for retired ministers. Upcoming Worship Services June 8 It s Not the Shoes 1 Samuel 16, 17 Matt Cook June 15 Who s the Man 1 Samuel 24:8-13 Matt Cook June 22 You re The Man 2 Samuel 12:1-10 Matt Cook June 29 When God Provides the Peace 2 Samuel 7:1-16 Jim Everette Save the Date Save the date for the 6th Annual Women s Retreat to be held September 20 at the Holiday Inn at Wrightsville Beach. Connie Vigus will lead our retreat this year so don t miss out on a great weekend! More details will be announced soon. Stay Connected to First Baptist Church! Stay connected to the life of FBC each week through the First Baptist Church online newsletter, the E-Connect. Every Monday, we send out our online newsletter to let you know what is going on that week in the life of FBC. You will receive news about upcoming events and opportunities for ministry, fellowship and discipleship with your faith community. If you would like to receive the E-Connect, please agourlay@fbcwilmington. org to be added to the list.

8 Kingdom News is a monthly publication of First Baptist Church of Wilmington, NC USPS Market Street, Wilmington, NC Periodicals postage paid at Wilmington, NC 411 Market Street Wilmington, NC Freedom at the Activities Center One Worship Service Sunday, July 6th On Sunday morning, July 6th at 10:30 a.m., we will all meet together for Freedom, a patriotic program led by the Chancel Choir and orchestra. Numerous groups and individuals will be recognized as we will honor our veterans and observe Communion as one body. Come at 9:00 a.m. for a breakfast provided by YOU. We ask that each family bring breakfast foods to share: ham and sausage biscuits, breakfast casseroles, donuts, pastries and fruit. Join us as we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy and our freedom in Christ!