Lighting the Way Page 1 The First Baptist Church of Owego, N.Y. Volume 24 Issue 6 February 2018 Pastor's Corner Many go through life so lonely, needing what other people can give and yet they remain silent, ashamed to show that need. Others have a deep desire to be a companion to those who are lonely, but they hesitate to share their love. Our prayer is that God would bring us together, that we can help one another and share the comfort that only the Holy Spirit can bring. Love, Pastor Bill Movie Night in March UP Saturday, March 10th join us for snacks starting at 5:30pm a comedy adventure about 78-year-old balloon salesman Carl Fredricksen, who finally fulfills his lifelong dream of a great adventure when he ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies away to the wilds of South America. But, he discovers all too late that his biggest nightmare has stowed away on the trip: an overly optimistic eight-year-old Wilderness Explorer named Russell. Rated PG
Lighting the Way Page 2 Bible Study & Prayer Gathering is every Wednesday Evening 6:00 to 7:00pm in the SPOT. Deacons Board Meet Sunday, February 11th at 11:30am in the SPOT Board of Managers Meet Saturday, February 17th at 9:00am in the SPOT Executive Council Meet Sunday, February 18th at 11:30am in the SPOT The K.I.N.D. Project [Free diapers, pull-ups, wipes, creams, body wash] Last Saturday of Every Month 9:00am till 11:00am Happy Birthday 2 - Jeannette Ferguson 2 - Chuck Talcott 3 - Jayne Clark 13 - Bob Chamberlain 19 - Carol Mininger 21 - Sandy Chrystler 21 - Dawn Kohler 22 - Gary Chrysler 25 - Lilly O Connor Thanking you for your kindness and thanking God for you.. Thank you to the FBO family for the generous gift card for gas given to me for Christmas. I appreciate your thoughtfulness - your support - your prayers and your love; Thank you! Love Winnie Attention Men! The next men s fellowship luncheon will be held on Friday, February 23, 2018 Noon at Kam Fung in Price Chopper Plaza Owego, NY 2017 Annual Report of First Baptist Church of Owego and the 2018 Church Directories are now available on the table in church Fellowship Hall. Digital copies are available upon request.
Lighting the Way Page 3 Third Annual Ladies Tea Spencer Federated Church First Baptist Owego Women s Missionary Circles The Women s Circle group meetings are open to ALL the women of the church and meet the second Wednesday of the month. In-As-Much Wednesday, February 14th at 10:00am in the SPOT Devotion: Joan Gibbs Program: Missions/Valentines Sunbeam Circle Wednesday, February 14th at 12:30pm in the SPOT Hostess: Sandy C. & Peggy K. Program: Peggy Kirch March 17, 2018 @3:00pm Goodwill donation Benefits Missions fund Special Guest Speaker Kathy Wilt, from Port Byron Needle & Thread Missions Group Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday @10:00am the SPOT Officers - Owego Treasurer Daisy Fritz Church and Community Ministries Sandra Marsh Mission & Service Ministries Sally Guydosh White Cross Chairwoman Verna Tomassetti RSVP by March 1st 607-589-4412 or 607-229-0536 To reserve your seat
Lighting the Way Page 4 Where Do My Church Offerings Go? At the Business Meeting last week, it was decided that undesignated offerings would be allocated as follows: 75% to General Fund (operating) expenses, 15% to Building Fund (property maintenance and improvements) expenses, and 10% to Benevolence Fund (wider missions) giving, that is, a 75/15/10 allocation. This is a change from the previous 80/10/10 allocation. As you are aware, you may designate your offerings as you choose, generally to General Fund, Building Fund and/or Benevolence Fund by indicating on the envelope or memo line of your check. The Congregation believes that the 75/15/10 allocation best meets the current needs of the Church and any undesignated offerings will be allocated in that way. More details on how monies in these funds are being used are given in the Annual Report. This change will be effective beginning Sunday, February 11, 2018. What Do I Have? What do I have, Lord, that you would need me as a servant? Eyes, he said, to see the beauty in all that I ve made and my children as they travel life s highway. Hands, he said, to reach out and touch hurting souls, to give a hug or encouraging pat on the back. Feet, he said, to lead my children through this world of strife and to help them run from sin and follow me. Mouth, he said, to lift up your voice and sing praises to me so others may hear the joy in your heart. Ears, he said, to listen to my still, small voice of love and to hear my children when they cry for help. Heart, he said, so you may know the full love of my Spirit and love my children as I have loved you. Thomas Butler It is that time of year again! April 15th - will be here before we know it! Did you ask Sally Guydosh, our Financial Secretary, for your charitable contribution statement from last year? Thank you Sally for volunteering your time and talents to fulfill this important position in the church. We appreciate you.
Lighting the Way Page 5 Operation Christmas Child is an annual mission tradition for our Church. This 2018 is the year that we are going to try something a bit different. We would like to have a packing party; Several ministries, groups etc. have had great success with this approach. Now, to accomplish this event, we have to be ready with items to pack our boxes. This is where the shopping for you gets a little bit easier. Each month there will be a different theme from now until November, when we will hold our packing party. February is Hygiene month, as noted below. Please use the guidelines as follows when you are out shopping: Comb Hairbrush Toothbrush/ toothbrush holder Washcloth / Hand towel Nylon Scrubby Bar soap (packaged and/or in a container) Adhesive bandages - (Colorful ones can help a child be more willing to wear a bandage. Do not include liquid antibiotic ointment.) Reusable plastic containers: cup, water bottle (Consider filling an empty container with non-liquid items such as hair bows, sunglasses, or washcloths to maximize the space.) Blanket Non-liquid lip balm Flashlight - (solar-powered or hand-crank; if battery operated, be sure to include extra batteries of the type needed) Compact mirror Hair accessories Place the items purchased in the designated box in FH. Thank you for your help and contributions to this effort - A small shoebox can have a big impact. What goes into the box is fun, but what comes out of it is eternal. Be a part of changing children's lives all over the world in Jesus' Name through the power of a simple gift with Operation Christmas Child.
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First Baptist Church of Owego 228 Main Street Owego, NY 13827 Sunday Worship Wednesday Bible Study & Prayer 10:00am 6:00pm Return Service Requested Church Officers and Staff Pastor Reverend William Bill Kohler Richard Saxton Church Moderator Executive Council, Chr. Board of Managers, Chr. Church Office: 607-687-4394 If we are not available, please leave a detailed Voice Message. Messages are retrieved throughout the day Emergency Contact: Pastor Bill Kohler [H]607-748-0319 [C]607-205-0249 Rodger Fritz [H]607-748-2798 office@fbcowego.org http://www.fbcowego.org http://facebook.com/firstbaptistowego Marilyn Murray Office Manager David Berry Music Director Winnie Allen Church Pianist Kandi Saxton Christian Education Committee, Chr. Director of K.I.N.D. Steve Paro Board of Deacons, Chr.