The Messenger. Serving Our Community and Neighbors. September 14, 2016 Volume XXXV, No. 19

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1 The Messenger September 14, 2016 Volume XXXV, No. 19 Serving Our Community and Neighbors By Mary Ellen Darby As a community shaped by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, we are called to worship God, share the Good News, foster spiritual growth and meet the needs of hurting people. Since the beginning of August our church family has been faithfully serving our community and neighbors. Faces of First Baptist Church have been preparing and serving meals to others. Take a look at the outreach events and the number served: Fall Program Kick-Off (8/10) served Carson-Newman Football Team (8/14) served Bereavement - 14 served International Student Lunch (8/19) - 80 served WOW on Wednesdays - 20 served per week Hotdog Cookout for CNU Students (8/23) - 90 served Baptist Collegiate Ministry Welcome Back Night (8/24) - 90 served Carson-Newman Welcome Back Picnic (8/28) - 90 students served Collecting this information and sharing it with our church is not meant to give ourselves a big pat on the back. Rather, it is to open our eyes to where people are serving and be an encouragement to future serving opportunities. These service opportunities represent a small area of our giving of time sacrifice. Each day members minister in our community through various opportunities. Thank you for answering God's call to service in your life. May we continue to be the face of Christ and face of First Baptist Church to our neighbors. Thanks be to God.

2 Tiffany Triplett Henkel will be bringing our message on September 18. Tiffany has served as Pastor of Metro Baptist Church in New York City for the past 11 years. She is also the Executive Director of Metro s community serving not-forprofit organization, Rauschenbusch Metro Ministries. Prior to her ministry in New York City, Tiffany served on staff at Immanuel Baptist Church in Nashville and was an Adjunct Professor of Religion at Belmont University. Tiffany lives in the Hell s Kitchen neighborhood of NYC with her husband, Dan, and children, Hudson and Adelaide. Dave McNeely will be preaching on September 25. Dave and his wife, Mandy, have been members of FBC since 2005 and have been actively involved with many congregational ministries. Originally from Burlington, Kentucky, Dave has studied at Carson-Newman, Iliff School of Theology, and Baptist Theological Seminary at Richmond, where he once unfortunately preached with his pants zipper open. That was only slightly more embarrassing than the time he showed up one hour late for a worship service in Virginia because of Daylight Savings Time. He was the Pastor. Despite these missteps, Dave has long understood and embraced his calling to education in service of the Church. Dave currently wears a few hats at Carson-Newman, but his favorite is his role as Coordinator for the Faith & Justice Scholars Program. At home, Dave enjoys spending time with his two boys, Christopher and Noah, but still has no idea what is going on with Pokémon. Dave thoroughly enjoys teaching, reading, and writing and hopes to one day stumble upon a lost island in the Pacific Ocean. While writing this bio, Dave was listening to the Hamilton soundtrack. Deacon Nominations Now is the time for nominating deacons. Hopefully, you ve begun to seek capable, willing candidates. Nomination forms are available in the church office. The following people are currently serving and should not be nominated: Carolyn Blevins, David Blevins, Frank Brown, John Burton, Fleda Collins, Kathy Dampier, Nicki Fogg, Diane Grantham, Pam Hester, Frank Pinkerton, Ann Porter, Jennifer Sanford, Heidi Thomas, David Aldredge, Jean Love, John McGraw, Rocky Melton, Don Mitchell, Karen Smith, Kristi Snyder, Irene Weiler, and Ron Weiler. Deacons rotating off this year who may be nominated: Sylvia Blanc, Ronda Blevins, Cathy Brown, Jan Campbell, Bruce Davenport, Tina Haun, Edna Langley, Mandy McNeely, Thomas Milligan, Ken Morton, Linda Rosser, Betty Watkins, and Jim Wilson. Community Bible Study The Community Bible Study meets on Wednesdays from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. in room 301. This fall s study is Ten Women of the Bible by Max Lucado. We will meet every Wednesday through November 30 (except for Oct. 12 and Nov. 23 when the schools are out). For more information, please call Robbie Pinkerton at

3 Children s Ministry Matters Becky Stout, Minister to Children and Families SPACE TRANSFORMATION for FAITH FORMATION Join us for our Togetherness Service on Sunday, October 2, as we celebrate the completion of our preschool renovation. Wednesdays Of Wonder Update Wednesdays of Wonder is off to a great start! Thank you for the support this MAT has felt by your prayers and offers of assistance. We have had children each week enjoying a snack, some outdoor recreation and tutoring/homework help. It has been an intentional small beginning so that we can work through logistics, transportation, and mostly make sure that we have adequate volunteers. The goal of this MAT is to provide a "bridge" (between after school and 5:00) to mostly community children so that they may become involved in our Wednesday activities of choir and missions. Relationships are being made and the love of Christ is being shared! It is our hope that we may grow and open this in between time to more children. In order to do this, we are praying for more tutors and volunteers, and someone to drive the church bus. Many have asked how they can help: provide packages of string cheese, goldfish, and pretzels; tutor from 4:10-4:55; and most of all, pray that God will send the children who need to feel the love of Christ through the hands and feet of His church body. Pam Hester Zaxby s Fundraisers for Children s Day Out, 5-8 p.m. September 27, October 25, November 29, December 20 Pastor Search Committee Seeking Resumes The Pastor Search Committee has distributed the pastor opening announcement through several Baptist channels, and we are continuing to receive resumes. Due to the confidential nature of the process, we wanted to remind everyone if you have a candidate you think we should consider, please fill out a recommendation form. As we are unable to discuss candidates, do not assume anyone has been recommended. The form is located on the church website, and located in the church office. Thank you for continuing to pray for the committee during this process.

4 CHURCH STATISTICS Sunday Bible Study Attendance: 9/4 9/11 Enrollment Attendance Worship Service Attendance: 9/4 9/11 8:30 a.m. * 56 10:45 a.m *Togetherness Sunday ** Not reported Budget Receipts $ 16,497 (8/28/16) $ 14,184 (9/4/16) Weekly Requirements $ 15,666 YTD Budget Requirements $ 543,976 (as of 9/4/16) YTD Budget Receipts $ 474,382 (as of 9/4/16) YTD Expenses $ 479,653 (as of 9/4/16) To Kathy Bowen and family in the death of her cousin in Georgia. First Baptist Church, During this time of grief your thoughts, prayers and meals were so much needed and appreciated. Mom loved being a member of your church and working on committees. She was a very special lady and God truly gained an Angel. Thanks again - The Family of Doris Sharp End of White Christian America Book Discussion Begins Sept. 18 If you are interested in joining our informal discussion of Robert Jones's recent book The End of White Christian America, we will be meeting on Sunday, September 18, at 4 p.m. in the church parlor. We will be discussing chapters 1-3, but all are welcome and invited to attend, even if you haven't read the book. For more information, contact Dave McNeely at or cndavemcneely@aol.com. New in the Media Center Horse by Clutton Brock, and Horses by Edwards Given in memory of Judy Mitchell by Julie Rosser When and How to Use Mental Health Resources by Haugh, and Speaking the Truth in Love by Kock Given by Sara Ponder Fiction The Amish Bride by Gould, and When you Believe by Bedford Biography Take-Off From Hazel Valley by Rosser Last Rights - Rescuing the End of Life from the Medical System by Kiernan Alzheimer s Disease - Understanding Art and History of Egypt by Carpiceci All new items are grouped together on top of one of the bookcases. For those interested in politics, our new display in the front window features books by or about former presidents from George Washington to more recent presidents or their wives. Children will find books about famous presidents in the children's area. Come by the Media Center! We have all types of books, from fiction to those children would want to read. On display for children are books about the change of seasons, especially fall.

5 Church Calendar Sunday, September 18 Deacons of the Week: Karen Smith and Jim Wilson 8:30 am Contemporary Worship 9:30 am Sunday Bible Study 10:45 am Traditional Worship 4:00 pm Book Study/parlor 5:00 pm Children s Day Out Com. 5:30 pm Celebration Singers 6-7:15 pm Hatha Yoga Class Monday, September 19 10:00 am Staff Meeting 3:30 pm Children s Handbells 7:00 pm Boy Scouts Tuesday, September 20 10:00 am Tuesday s Neighbors 5:30 pm Prayer in the Sanctuary Wednesday, September 21 9:30 am Community Bible Study/301 3:30 pm Wednesdays Of Wonder! 5:00 pm Wednesday Night Supper Spiral Honey Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Italian Green Beans, Escalloped Apples, Yeast Rolls, Iced Cake 5:00 pm Preschool/Children s Choirs 5:00 pm Youth Handbells 6:00 pm Brass Ensemble 6:00 pm Youth XChange 6:10 pm Prayer Meeting 6:10 pm Preschool/Children s Missions 7:00 pm Chancel Choir 8:30 pm Contemporary Ensemble Thursday, September 22 8:00 am Men s Breakfast at Lisa s 10:00 am Hands of Fellowship/301 Sunday, September 25 Deacons of the Week: Irene Weiler and Kristi Snyder 8:30 am Contemporary Worship 9:30 am Sunday Bible Study 10:45 am Traditional Worship 4:30 pm One Voice Rehearsal 5:30 pm Celebration Singers 6-7:15 pm Hatha Yoga Class Monday, September 26 10:00 am Staff Meeting 3:30 pm Children s Handbells 7:00 pm Boy Scouts Tuesday, September 27 10:00 am Tuesday s Neighbors 5:30 pm Prayer in the Sanctuary Wednesday, September 28 9:30 am Community Bible Study/301 3:30 pm Wednesdays Of Wonder! 5:00 pm Wednesday Night Supper Lasagna, Chicken Alfredo, Tossed Salad, Toasted Bread, Coconut Cake 5:00 pm Preschool/Children s Choirs 5:00 pm Youth Handbells 6:00 pm Brass Ensemble 6:00 pm Youth XChange 6:10 pm Prayer Meeting 6:10 pm Preschool/Children s Missions 7:00 pm Chancel Choir 8:30 pm Contemporary Ensemble Thursday, September 29 8:00 am Men s Breakfast at Lisa s The next Messenger will be printed September 26. Articles should be turned in to Karen in the church office by 2 p.m. on Thursday, September 22, please. The first Sunday of each month we conduct a Togetherness Service. On that day we have only one blended worship service at 10:45 a.m. SUNDAY WORSHIP TIMES 8:30 am Contemporary Service 9:30 am Sunday Bible Study 10:45 am Traditional Service CHURCH CONTACT INFO: Phone: (865) Fax: (865) Website: fbcjeff.org

6 Church Bus Drivers Needed Have you always wanted to drive the church bus? Do you love to go on trips, see the sites, and fellowship with friends? Then this opportunity is for you!!! Call Bill Rosser at the church office for more information at The church will pay all the expenses required for your CDL license. FBC T-Shirts for Sale!! First Baptist Church has new t-shirts. They come in three different colors - Snow Blue, Snow Green and Salmon. The sizes range from extra small to double extra large. The price for shirts is $5. Sizes are likely to run out soon, but a new order will be put in for another shipment in September. If you are interested in purchasing a shirt, they will be on sale through the college ministry. Please call the church office or speak to Eric. Reaching Out How does a church reach millennials? Talk to them! Let them tell you what they long for in a community. Let them tell you what authentic prayer sounds like. Let them tell you what they wish church were up to Start a partnership. Rev. Stephanie Spellers. CHURCH STAFF Kim D. Bowen Minister of Music Becky Stout Minister of Children and Families Eric Hasha Minister of Youth and College Students Bill Rosser Administrative Pastor and Minister to Senior Adults Karen Wilson Ministry Assistant Lea Ann Brummett Ministry Assistant Betty Aldredge Food Service Director Beth Ann Smith Children s Day Out Director Kathy C. Bowen Organist Ryan Fogg Pianist Jack and Anna Prather, Tony Atkins Facility Caretakers Hogan Brock, Ana Oliveros, Bradley Thompson College Interns Our Mission Statement As a community shaped by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ, we are called to worship God, share the Good News, foster spiritual growth and meet the needs of hurting people. The Messenger (ISSN ) is published biweekly by First Baptist Church, 1610 Russell Ave., Jefferson City, TN Periodicals Postage Paid at Jefferson City, TN POSTMASTER. Send address change to The Messenger, 1610 Russell Ave., Jefferson City, TN