Baptist By-Line S E P T E M B E R Message from Rev. Bruce Bardon Back to School

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1 P A G E 1 Baptist By-Line S E P T E M B E R F I R S T B A P T I S T C H U R C H O F H A N S O N M A I N S T R E E T H A N S O N, M A INSIDE THIS ISSUE... Pastor s Letter 1 Helping Hands Financial Secretary & Treasurer s Reports 2 Upcoming Events at First Baptist Church Hanson 3 Executive Council August Meeting Minutes Thrift Store Schedule Mission Matters, Summer Pictures Birthdays Calendar Contact Information Food Pantry Kid Zone Fun Side Message from Rev. Bruce Bardon Back to School If you ve been to the mall lately you ve, no doubt, seen all the back to school items. I walk regularly at the Kingston Collection (yup, I m one of those crazy mall walkers!) and noticed them taking down all the summer stuff in mid-july. Pool noodles, coolers, and beach umbrellas were being replaced with notebook, back packs, and pencils. Shorts, bathing suits, and sunglasses were put away in favors of jeans, sweatshirts, and long sleeves. It s that time of year; it s back to school time. Remember that pit in the stomach feeling right after Labor Day; that mixture of nervousness and excitement? Remember all the questions that kept you awake the night before school started? Will my teacher(s) be nice? Will my friends be in my class? How will I do this year? For many, getting to graduation couldn t come soon enough. No more papers, no more books, no more teacher s dirty looks! But no matter when you left high school, or college, or trade school, you quickly realized there s plenty more to learn. Professionals need to take continuing education units (CEU s), people in the trades go to seminars to keep up with best practices. Folks take night classes or online courses to learn new skills. We are life-long learners. The same is true in our Christian life. Some of us went to Sunday school as kids and learned many of the Bible stories, some of us didn t. Some of us have studies the Bible as adults, many of us haven t. Biblical illiteracy is the norm, even among Christians. Bob Smietana in an article entitled American are fond of the Bible, but don t actually read it (Lifeway Research, April 25, 2017) states, Americans have a positive view of the Bible. And many say the Christian scriptures are filled with moral lessons for today. However, more than half of Americans have read little or none of the Bible. He goes on to say, Most Americans don t know first-hand the overall story of the Bible because they rarely pick it up. Sadly, this isn t just true about non-church goers. Our church constitution (article III, 3 rd paragraph) states the Bible is our source of truth in matters of faith and living. If that s true, then it s probably a good idea that each of us pay closer attention to the scriptures. II Timothy 2:15 says Do your best to present yourself to God as ne approved, a worker who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth. (NIV, emphasis added). The choir in a church I once served used to sing a song You can t stand on the promises if you don t know what they are. Good point! So back to my Back to School Theme. I m hoping to offer an introduction to the Bible class this fall. It is designed as both an entry level study for those new to reading the Bible and a review of the basic themes of the scriptures for long time readers. In other words, it s for everyone! Let me know if you re interested. Remember those questions I mentioned earlier about back to school anxiety? Let me try to answer them for you. Will my teacher be nice? Absolutely! Will my friends be in my class? Hopefully, why not invite them just to be sure. How will I do this year? Great! I guarantee it! See you in school. Blessings, Bruce

2 P A G E 2 Ladies, if you want to spend a morning having a good time and joyful fellowship, then join us each Tuesday at (Year-round)! August 2018 Summer is drifting away on a hot stretch. School has started, Labor Day is here. Our month of August started with breakfast out at Good Days in Bridgewater. I had the 2 of everything special. Our business meeting and birthday lunch was next. Our service project was our Kentucky class. We sent box tops and a gift card before school started and Amanda, the teacher, sent pictures of the kids and what she had bought for the classroom. Our next meeting was a trip to the Pairpoint Glass Factory in Sagamore. We have been before but this time we had a tour and talk by one of the new owners. The Cape Cod Canal train makes a stop at the factory which is a new thing. New renovations to the store front showcasing an array of their glass designs. And a resume of the glass blowers and workers. Their products can be found in museums and hotels around the United States. And we finally made it to the beach. It was a HOT day but there was still a breeze at the shore. Next month's activities as of now include another day at the beach, lunch at one of the vo - tech schools and our service project is collecting goods for care packages for active service men and women. Please join us. Our functions and purposes are service and outreach, self-development (sharing & learning) and fellowship (overcoming aloneness). We invite all ladies of the church and their friends to join us anytime. September Planned Activities: Sept. 4th - Off - Happy Labor Day. Sept. 11th - - Beach Day. Sept. 18th - - Business meeting & Birthdays. Sept. 24th - 11:15 Lunch carpool to Brass Lantern at VoTech. September Service Project: Deployed Service Personnel Gift Bags Financial Secretary Report 7/31/2018 TREASURER'S REPORT 7/31/2018 Mortgage Committed $ 40, Total Amount Given This Month $ 3, Total Amount Given To Date $ 3, Current (General) Total Annual Pledge $ 60, Total Amount Given This Month $ 6, Total Amount Given To Date $ 6, Missions Total Annual Pledge $ 9, Total Amount Given This Month $ Total Amount Given To Date $ Receipts To Date: Pledges: $ 6, Misc.: $ Rent: $ 1, Loose: $ $ 9, Checkbook Balance: $ 19, On Hold: $ 10, In/Out Payables: $ 0.00 Available Funds: $ 8, Mortgage Fund: $ 16, Memorial : $ 7, Expenses Report on Greeter s Table.

3 P A G E 3 The Deacons are offering a light supper (soup/stew, bread, dessert). Following will be part 1 of Paul, Apostle of Christ. Please let us know if you are attending by filling out the bulletin insert.

4 P A G E 6 MISSION MATTERS By Wanda MacCurtain Faith, Hope, and Love, But the greatest of these is Love. 1 Corinthians 13: 13 WORLD MISSION OFFERING-September-October 2018 Celebrating International September - Mission Matters Ministries Global Servants Our gifts keeps the work of International Ministries moving forward supporting our Global servants and Partners and other ministries. This year's theme: "You are the salt of the earth". Matthew 5:13 This WMO season focusing 0n three Ministry Priorities: Health and Wellness, Abolishing Global Slavery and Economic and Community Development. Our Global Servants appreciates our prayers and generous giving. THANK YOU very much to Pat Gardner and all of the Volunteers at the Hanson Family Fun Day! THANK YOU also to our Church Family for your generous donation of school supplies to help fill the backpacks. Thanks again to all who helped with this fun-filled event. From: Rev. Dr. Mar Imsong -Dear First Baptist Hanson, On behalf of the Massachusetts Baptist Multicultural Ministries, I send a hearty "thank you" for the donation of many gift items valued at $ We will supply well 600 Refugee Families this Christmas season with bags full of the gift items. Please know that your donation goes a long way in helping us toward our goal. Thanks again for your generous support. MBMM is fortunate to have friends like you who understand the relevance of Multicultural Ministries. Future Dates: MISSION WORKS-October at the DoubleTree Hotel in Leominister MA. This is the American Baptist Churches annual Mission Conference.( Mission speakers, exhibits, workshops, worship etc.) For more info. contact First Baptist Church Hanson or Tabcom.org. If you need a registration form contact our church office. PRAISES and PRAYERS from Rev. Hector Newman Executive Director of MISSION HONDURAS-We are very thankful with our Lord and with you for supporting us. A few examples of the many, many, answers to prayer here in Honduras. Since 2001 more than two dozen churches planted. Many lives have been saved. In Danli, over 265 poor children served a hot lunch every week, also a Christian education, health care, school support and sports programs. Recently we started our first church service and many have committed their lives to the Lord. We are very thankful to expand the Lord's Kingdom in the Northern part of Honduras. Thank you for your faithful support. Prayer requests: Funds for travel, to buy Bibles and chairs, to run Mission and missionary's monthly expenses. OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD National Collection Week -Dates November More info to come. Ernie & Jason Couch were back sharing songs about faith with soulful voices and hand clapping & foot stomping rhythms Hawaiian Shirt Sunday Everyone got a lei and Dot debut her Ukulele skills!

5 SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS Peter McKeague - 04, Judy Smith - 08, Gladys Hammond - 09, Joshua MacVicar - 12, Marah Burt - 17, Tommy Reed - 20, Lisa Whitman - 21, Sherri Dyer - 23, Carol Lane - 26, Sarah MacVicar - 27 September Birthdays for our International Missionaries Please remember them in your prayers as they spread God s message around the world. P A G E 7 Ketly Peirre(Nicaragua)-1 Rhonda Reed(Bolivia)-1 Cheryl Jones(South Africa)-5 Carole Sydnor(Development Workers)-7 Janet Doyle(Development Workers)-9 Debby Witmer(Thailand)-9 Bruce Borquist(Brazil)-11 Miriam Noyes(Democratic Republic of the Congo)-11 Lauren Bethell(Global Consultants)-18 Mercy Gonzalez-Barnes(Mexico)-23 Dwight Bolick-(Chile)-25 Terry Myers(Bugaria)-25 Dan Buttry(Global Consultants)-26 Mylinda Baits(Regional Missionaries)-28 Dwayne Doyle(Development Workers)-29 Contact For More Information: Deacons: Carol Lane ; Helping Hands or Memorial Gifts: Tangra Deyesso ; Hospitality: Karen Hansen ; Missions & Evangelism: Wanda MacCurtain ; Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 No Band Rehearsal; Thrift Store 10Am - 2PM 2 8:30 AM Adult Bible Study; 9:15 AM Choir, 10 AM Communion Worship Service / Child Care 3 Labor Day Thrift Store Closed SEPTEMBER Helping Hands 5 6 6PM Deacons- Meeting 7 8 8:30AM Band Rehearsal ; Thrift Store 10Am - 2PM 9 9:00 Band Rehearsal, 10:00 AM Worship Service/ Child Care 10 Thrift Store 6-8PM 11 Helping Hands PM Executive Council Meeting :30AM Band Rehearsal Thrift Store 10Am - 2PM 16 9:00 Band Rehearsal, 10:00 AM Worship Service/Child Care/**Sunday School Starts 17 Thrift Store 6-8PM 18 Helping Hands ****Church Family Night 6PM :30AM Band Rehearsal ;Thrift Store 10Am - 2PM 23 9:15 AM Choir, 10:00 AM; Worship Service / Child Care / Sunday School 24 Thrift Store 6-8PM 25 Helping Hands No Band Rehearsal; Thrift Store 10Am - 2PM 309:15 AM Choir, 10:00 AM; Worship Service / Child Care / Sunday School *Coffee Fellowship after the worship service 9/9 **Sunday School starts 9/16 *** Church Family Night Check out the new seasonal clothes Being offered at our Thrift Store!

6 HANSON FOOD PANTRY Hours : Tuesday - 12PM 6PM - 8PM 228 High Street, Hanson! Did you know that the Hanson Pantry now provides food to Pembroke residents? As with Hanson clients, they just need to provide proof of residency. For donations, First Baptist Church is being asked for the following food items: coffee and brown rice, as well as the following personal care items: toilet paper, shampoo, and dish detergent, deodorant and toothpaste. The Dollar Tree is a great place to find these items at a reasonable price. Paper and plastic bags are always needed. As always, any donations are greatly appreciated. Starting in 2015 Please leave donations at either entrance of our church in the provided receptacles. Like them on Facebook! Log into Facebook and Search for: Hanson Food Pantry 2015 or copy this in the address line of your browser. Hanson-Food-Pantry- 2015/ ?fref=ts KID ZONE! Youth Group Our youth has joined forces with the Hanson Congregational kids for activities and events. Contact Kathy Fuller ( ) to get involved! FBCH Sunday School Starts September 16th We are asking for volunteers to go over pre-set curriculum with students. Please speak with Tangra or Jan if you are interested. The Fun Side of Church Copyrighted material, all rights reserved. P A G E 8 Back to school time is a great time to start stocking up on items to fill your Operation Shoe Boxes! Keep an eye out for sales on crayons, colored pencils, markers, notebooks, etc. Also, t-shirts will begin being on clearance. O.C.C. collection week will begin on November 11th. First Baptist Church of Hanson 214 Main Street Hanson, MA Phone: fbchanson@verizon.net Website: Editor: Carol Polio Sharing Christ s Love Reaching Out With Joy