Robin Butler. Gene Talbot. Jeff Holloway. Lee Ann Lee. Senior Pastor Associate Pastor Music & 55+

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1 Robin Butler Senior Pastor Gene Talbot Associate Pastor Music & 55+ Jeff Holloway Associate Pastor Youth & Education Lee Ann Lee Preschool-Children's Minister Jan Kilgore Financial Secretary Karen Vandagriff Staff Secretary 615 Runneburg Road P.O. Box 354 Crosby TX office

2 THE BUTLER SERVES Onward and UPWARD! Right now our church is at the half way point in our UPWARD basketball season. This is our 5 th year of UPWARD and the impact of this truly amazing ministry continues to grow and build year by year. Let me share with you an UPWARD story as it was related to me by Austin Talley. Four years ago Austin s nephew played UPWARD basketball in our 3 rd -4 th grade league. Just before the season s games started his nephew s dad died unexpectedly. The whole family, hurting from their loss, attended the nephew s UPWARD games and were infused with hope by the whole atmosphere of UPWARD and particularly the half time devotionals given by our church members. Austin began to believe God really did love him through what he saw, felt, and heard at our UPWARD basketball games. The impact on Austin and other family members was huge. Today Austin is an active, serving part of our church and is in FAITH training learning how to share Christ with others. That is just one story. There are many others. Children, their brothers and sisters, parents, grandparents and others come to UPWARD games each week. It is my estimate that 80% of those watching the games do not attend our church and many of those attend no church at all. The possibilities for touching lives in simple yet profound ways is considerable. UPWARD takes a lot of people and lot of time from those who work in this ministry. Those who assist with UPWARD do so happily and because they want to touch lives and families. My gratitude and appreciation and that of our whole church and community is extended to all those who serve. This list does not include those who pray and those who give half time devotionals. Both space and fear of leaving someone out does not allow it. THANK YOU FOR GIVING YOUR LIFE THROUGH UPWARD! League Directors: Josh Seale, Kathryn Brown, Lee Ann Lee Half Time Devotion Commissioner: Shirley Hurta Concession Stand Coordinator: Margie Hamlin Concession Stand Workers: Rhonda Savoy, Shelby Savoy, Hayley Dossey, Leslie Camp, Paula Hunt, Kailyn Lee Referee Commissioner: Carey Camp Referees: Josh Seale, Bill Parker, Brian Carden, Ken Dossey, Dave Perkins, Doug Marvin, Carey Camp, Craig Tidwell, Brian Harpold, Kacy Debney Coaches: James and Amber Asbill Kay Wallace, Lauren Wallace Cristina Murphy, Amanda Watson Bambi Dossey, David Baca, Mike Criswell Mike Godsey, Brendon Lee, Treyvion Owens Jason Boyd, Joe Gedmin, Kim Hoesman Kevin and Dyan Carpenter Matt Murphy, Jill Harris Wade and Sherrie Warren Jeff and Michelle Holloway Vickie Davis, Danielle Smith, Bill Walden Rodney and Geneva Lemley Kurt Smith, Aaron Eilers Don Hamlin, Kevin Hamlin Sarah Odell, Hayley Dossey David Shaver, Cris Gregory Derek and Charity Johnston, Seth Wilkinson Olivia Carden, Maygan Smith Dianne Butler, Archie Myles Scott and Susan Odell Tommy Turner Jr., Tommy Turner III David and Angie Arminski Kevin Flannigan, Chuck McKeon, Sarah McKeon Craig Tidwell

3 FROM BRO. GENE L.A.F.F. /Music /Men's Ministries L.A.F.F. There s been a name change for our 55+ ministries. How does L.A.F.F. hit you? It stand for 'Life After Fifty-Five'! Below are our dates for February. We already have one date for March: the 21 st we'll be going to the Liberty Opry. Sign-up sheets are in your Sunday School departments, or you can call Jan or me to get on the list. On the calendar for February: Feb 4 - Men's Breakfast at Star Café, 9:00 am Feb 17 - Shut-in meals prepared and delivered Feb 18 - Men's Breakfast at JJ's, 9:00 am Feb 26 - Adult Covered Dish and Game Night, 6:00 Mar 21 - Liberty Opry sign up in SS Department FOLLOWING ARE ACTIVITIES THROUGH THE SAN JACINTO ASSOCIATION SIGN UP BY CALLING AT LEAST TWO WEEKS BEFORE THE EVENT DATE. DEPARTURE AND RETURN AT THE SJBA MISSION CENTER, 1020 BIRDSONG, BAYTOWN. MARCH 7 ALL SHOOK UP, ART PARK PLAYERS IN DEER PARK. BUS LEAVES AT 5:30 PM. MEAL AT LUBY'S IN DEER PARK. COST IS $12.50 PER PERSON AND DINNER. NEHEMIAH BROTHERS HELPERS NEEDED If you have a skill, or are available to help with an occasional project, please let me know so I can put you on the list of "helpers" for this ministry. Our priority is to assist seniors and single parents with small jobs around the house that they are unable to do on their own. Please contact Ronnie Pavolini at or Bro. Gene in the church office if you have a need the Nehemiah Brothers might be able to fill. CELEBRATE RECOVERY FOR INFORMATION ABOUT CELEBRATE RECOVERY MEETINGS, CONTACT MIKE JONES AT THERE IS ALSO A LIST OF CURRENT AREA MEETINGS ON THE BULLETIN BOARD IN THE SENIOR ADULT HALL. Sundays 5:30-7:00 pm Adult 6 Sunday School room Your journey from mourning to JOY can begin right now! This 14-week study runs with our Discipleship Spring semester. Katherine SMith co-leads with me. Griefshare has already been a blessing and a help to me just in the first two weeks. FACING TOMORROW It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you ve lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you ve probably found that there aren't many who understand the deep hurt you feel. That s the reason for GriefShare, a special seminar and support group for those grieving the loss of someone close. This group is sponsored by people who understand what you are experiencing and want to offer you comfort and encouragement during this difficult time. Each GriefShare session includes a video seminar and group discussion. A workbook assists you with note taking, journaling and grief study. The videos feature top experts on grief recovery, re-enactments about living with grief, and real-life stories of people who have experienced losses like yours. During the small group discussion time, you ll have the opportunity to interact with others who have had a recent loss, learn about their experiences, and share your own. Here is a list of the session topics: #1. Living With Grief #2. The Journey Of Grief #3. The Effects Of Grief #4. When Your Spouse Dies #5. Your Family And Grief #6. Why? #7-8. The Uniqueness of Grief #9. God s Prescription For Grief #10. Stuck In Grief # Top 20 Lessons Of Grief #13. Heaven If you have questions, please contact Bro. Gene at the church office. Workbooks are $ Sovereign Lord is the name of our Easter music program. The Worship Choir and Instrument Ensemble will present this musical in both morning worship services on Palm Sunday, April 5 th. The Lord' Supper will also be observed on this special morning. We just got the music in we're beginning rehearsals NOW! This would be a GREAT time for you to join the choir (or orchestra) and sing/play this inspiring music with us! See you Wednesday nights at 6:45 on the platform (stage) in the Sanctuary!

4 Mrs. Lee Ann BASKETBALL The season is well underway, with games each Saturday -- come out and cheer the kids on! We still need people to present half-time devotions through February. Contact Shirley Hurta to do so. You ll be a blessing to others and receive a blessing at the same time! Awards Night will be on Monday, March 2, at 6:30 pm in the Gym. Plan to be here to applaud the kids for their hard work, and visit with family members who may not be connected to a church! RSVP for your Director Position today! Contact Lee Ann Lee leelee@fbccrosby.org or CHILDREN S CHOIR for EASTER!! The Worship Choir plans to present our Easter program April 5 th. One of the songs in this presentation includes a children s choir! If you are 4 years old through 5 th grade, you are invited to come learn the song. REHEARSALS BEGIN AT 5:30 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22! Come for Choir, stay for Kids HD! Parents, if you have questions, please call Karen Vandagriff in the church office ( ). Wednesdays 6:00 7:45 pm 3 years 5th grade February Virtue: Fairness Making sure that everyone is treated respectfully February 4: Treat everyone fairly, Because everyone s important to God. James 2:1-5, 7-9 February 11: Treat everyone fairly, Even those who are different. Luke 10:25-37 February 18: Treat everyone fairly, Even your enemies. Acts 9:1-20 February 25: Show God s love to everyone, because He wants everyone to know Him. Matthew 28:8-10, 16-20; Acts 1:7-11 Kids HD Making Jesus Clear Sundays, 6:00-7:00 pm Boys and Girls ~~~ 4 years 5 th grade! We support our missionaries and our church by exploring other cultures and learning about missions, praying, giving to missions, and discovering ways to participate in missions and ministry. By doing these things, we help to Make Jesus Clear to others across the street and around the world.

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7 Congratulations to Tabitha Stump on birth of Ethan Clark Stump January 12. Proud grandmother is Tami Stump, and great-grands are Earl & Joyce Boykin. Our love and prayers are with Sandra Kilgore and family, on home-going of husband Leroy Kilgore Paula Miller and family, on home-going of her uncle Dick Swenson and family, on home-going of his mother Mike Godsey and family, on home-going of his aunt Ramona Merrill and family, on home-going of her sister and her father Herb Bishop Kathy Ward and family, on home-going of her uncle Family of Eric Balinski (one of our Upward Basketball families) Cards and letters To our church family, Thank you for the years of love and support you have shown our family during Leroy s failing health. The food, cards, and prayers have been greatly appreciated. Continue to keep us in your prayers as our Lord heals the huge hole in our hearts. As Karson said, Jesus received the best Christmas present this year, He got my Paw Paw. All our Love, Sandra Kilgore and family Dear Church Family, Thank you so much for your prayers and support for my stepdad, Ed Gates. Thank you also for the bereavement meal. It came in very handy with family coming in town. It means a lot to have a loving church family to support you during the hard times. Love, Belinda Purvis and Suzanne Gates, and the Gates family In deep appreciation Ladies and Gentlemen, Thank you for your thoughtfulness, deeds, and generosity during our difficult time. Most of all, thank you for your prayers. Your Friends, Tina & Ian Goetschius Dear Church Family, Thank you for all your support and prayers and for the many cards during Bob s illness and upon his passing. A special thank you to the Bereavement Committee for the delicious meal served after Bob s funeral. Pam and Mike Tipton An expression of gratitude. We are eternally grateful to you for your kindness. May God forever bless you. Please keep us in your prayers. The Sanders Family *Mrs. Sanders works at the kindergarten. Her brother s memorial was held at our church. To First Baptist Church of Crosby, We would like to thank you for your generous donation for the Christmas Toy Distribution of We were able to help over 280 children have a better Christmas because of the generous people in our community. The children received some new toys as well as some gently-used ones. Our wonderful volunteers spent many hours assembling the bags of toys and we would not accomplish this without them. We thank you again for your part in making a better Christmas for a child. Sincerely, Churches United In Caring

8 First Baptist Church of Crosby P.O. Box 354 Crosby, Texas Return service requested Non-Profit Organization US Postage Paid Crosby TX Permit # 2 Attendance Report 1/4/09 1/11/09 1/18/09 Preschool 45 Preschool 52 Preschool 54 Children 39 Children 47 Children 52 Youth 61 Youth 57 Youth 64 Adults 280 Adults 261 Adults 282 Total SS 425 Total SS 417 Total SS 452 Worship 381 Worship 359 Worship 383 1/25/09 Preschool 42 Children 37 Youth 69 Adults 253 Total SS 401 Worship Budget Giving through January 25, 2009 Weekly Needs: $18,220 Needed YTD: $72,882 Received YTD: $58,586 Called to Grow : $121, Annual Report on Budget Giving Amount Needed: $892,703 Amount Received: $884,117 "Called to Grow" Loan Balance: $125,893 What a great year! God is good ALL the time! Regular Weekly Schedule SUNDAYS 8:15 am Sunday School 9:30 am Blended Worship Sunday School 11:00 am Contemporary Worship Sunday School Preschool Children's Church (0-K) 4:00 pm FAITH SS Evangelism 5:00, 5:30, 6:00 pm Discipleship Studies 6:00 pm 'Kids HD' (4 years-5 th grade) MONDAY NIGHTS 6:15 pm 'Joy Bells' hand bell rehearsal TUESDAY NIGHTS 7:00 pm College/Young Adults Bible study WEDNESDAY NIGHTS 6:00-6:30 Dinner served in Fellowship Hall 6:00-8:00 'Fuel' Youth-led worship (6 th -12 th grade) 6:00-7:45 'KidZone' (3 years-5 th grade) 6:45-7:40 Adult Bible study and prayer meeting 6:45-8:15 Worship Choir and Orchestra rehearsal THURSDAY NIGHTS 7:00 pm Adult Praise Band Rehearsal