And I also say unto thee, that thou art Peter, and upon this rock I will build my church; and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.
Matthew 16:18
 
   

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The Visitor Vol. 1 July 26, 2006 No. 45   Printable version
YOUTH NEWS
HIGH SCHOOL OUT ON THE TOWN meet at the church Thursday, July 27 at 6:30 pm. Bring money for dinner and a movie downtown.

ON MISSION
Experience the Joy of Missions at Ridgecrest September 29-30.There will be great motivational speakers, workshops,wonderful music and Disaster Relief training. Call Sybil Edwards or Anesha Johnson to sign up. Let’s go and learn more about Missions

ATTENTION 3RD – 6TH GRADERS
MARK YOUR CALENDARS

For September 15 – 17 to go to Camp Oak Hill. The theme this year is “Hey God!” On this weekend retreat we will enjoy Bible study, camp activities, worship, fun and fellowship. The cost is $80.00. You may pick up your registration form in the church office. Registration, 2006 permission forms and monies are due by Sunday, August 20th.

MUSIC NOTES
Camp Crescendo (Children’s Choir Camp) is August 7-11 for children who have completed grades K – 6.  The theme this year is “Creation Sensation. Registration forms have been mailed.  They are also available in the church office.  Deadline to register has past.  Contact Kelley to you want to register.

OUR KNOWN SICK
Ruth Burnette (Home), Red Shirley (JMH), Laura Grantham (Home), Ruth High (Home), Martha Hamilton (JMH)

ON MISSION
We will have a Disaster Relief Trip leaving on October 28th. If you would like to devote a week to helping others please contact the church office or Joyce Wright at 934-3547.

PRAYER CHAIN
It’s time again to update our prayer chain list. If you would like to participate on the prayer chain please contact Joan Hardy at 934-0052 or call the church office. Also, if you are currently on the prayer chain list and would like to stay on the chain or be removed from the list please contact Joan Hardy or the church office.

HOUSEHOLD CLOSET NEEDS
The Household Closet is BARE!  We need all items: sheets, dishes, flatware, pots and pans, bath and kitchen towels, blankets…….any household items in good repair will be appreciated.  You may drop off you items in the area beside and in front of the elevator.  Please label them for the Household Closet.   Thank you, Dianne Shirley

BLOOD MOBILE AT FBC
The Blood Mobile will be here at FBC in Ryberg Hall on Tuesday, August 1 from 1:30 – 6:00 p.m.  If you are interested in giving blood please call 934-8481 for more information.

ADULT ASSISTANCE SUPPORT GROUP
The Adult Assistance Support Group will meet this Sunday, July 23, 2006 at 2:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.  Also, a copy of the CD “Accepting the Challenge, Providing the Best Care for People with Dementia” is available if you would like to listen to it.  Call Blenda Braswell to check it out.

THANK YOU
The family of Joe Batten would like to thank those who sent cards to Joe during his long sickness. A special thanks goes to the “angels” who fixed lunch before his funeral. The Joe Batten Family

ON MISSION
Faye and Bill Downs will be attending the Happiness Retreat July 28 – August 6. They will lead Bible study to care givers of those with special needs. Please be in prayer for Bill and Faye as they embark on this special journey
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2006 TRAINING EXTRAVAGANZA
A training session for church leaders will be held at Trinity Baptist Church at 4815 Six Forks Road in Raleigh on August 19 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. See the poster on the bulletin board across from the kitchen. All sessions are listed.

FROM THE PULPIT

FROM THE PULPIT

Sunday Morning: Sermon by the Pastor
Greeter: BillyWiggs

OPPORTUNITIES OF THE WEEK

Sunday, July 30
8:30 A.M..* Early Service
9:45 A.M. Sunday School Classes for all ages
10:00 A.M. Radio Bible Class, taught by Bob Barefoot, broadcast over 1270 AM
10:55 A.M.* Morning Worship, broadcast over 1270 AM
1:00 P.M. Hispanic Worship Service
Monday, July 31
10:00 A.M. Clothes Closet, end at 12:00 noon
4:45 P.M Soup Kitchen in Ryberg Hall, end at 5:45
Wednesday, August 2
9:00 A.M. Vacation Bible School, end at noon
12:15 P.M.

Music for the Lunch Bunch at First Presbyterian featuring Ella Ann Holding, piano

Thursday, August 3
10:00 P.M. Clothes Closet, end at 12:00 noon
4:45 P.M. Soup Kitchen in Ryberg Hall, end at 5:45 p.m.

* Nursery provided


2006

General Fund:
Budget needs per week: $14,286.11
Received as of 7/23/06 $8,684.54
Budget needs Year to Date $428,586.40
Received Year to Date $410,191.86

Building Fund:
Received 7/23/06 $550.00


VBS Faculty
VBS Director: Bryan Harris Refreshments: Gayle Bizzell, Linda Barefoot, Beverley Braswell
VBS Pastor: Lee Colbert Mary Ball, A. J. Ball, Janet Redman, Joyce Thompson
Worship Coordinators: Kelley Garris, Tommy Cook Olive Cooke, Johnny Williams
Commencement Cookout: Kathy Price, Cara Jordan Records: Faye Hardee
Crafts: Director: Renee Wooters, Helen Carroll, Charlotte Hoyt, Betsy Knott, Jean Swaney, Elaine Langley, Mike Wooters, Deborah David, Teresa Weeks, Cullen Sharpe, Steven Andrews, Anna Campbell, Sarah Campbell
2 year olds: Directors: Jan Allen, Nancy Watts, Patsy Denning, Jo Ann Wiggs, Tim Bradshaw, Jenny Williams, Vera Barnes, Brandon Allen, Tasha Harrison, Abby Johnson, Brittney Tant, MalloryBarnes
3 year olds: Directors: Sabrina Dees, Heather McLamb, Jo Franklin, Lura Grimes, Doris Haas, Lori McLamb, Muriel Lasater, Jeanette Blackmon
4 year olds & Director: KathyWard, Kathy Hale, Becky Blackmon, Mike Ward, Helen Carroll, Becky Maust, Hannah Spragins
Rising “K” Director: Lisa Baker, Missy Colborn, JudyWilliams, Judy Sasser, Judy Dixon, Olivia Stevens Katie Williams, Luke Williams, Keni Harrison, Katlyn Thompson
Kindergarten: Director: Melissa Oliver, Jennifer Ragan, Bonnie Talton, Frances Felts, Sherri Creech, Kathy Beasley, Caroline Tobin, Grace Ann Carroll
1st Graders: Director: Jill Baggett, Lori Evans, Lisa Ivey, Sherri Fox, Sena Taylor, Annie Watson, Hannah Johnson, Danielle Langston, Nicole Hargis, Brooke Crowder
2nd Graders: Director: Kay Joyner,Michelle Swinyer, Sarai Daniels, Jonathan Daniels
3rd Graders: Director: Kim Kight, Jan Maust, Melissa Pearce, Martha Pope, Vel McLamb, Laura Fite
4th Graders: Directors: Kellie Wood & Kathi Nixon, Barbara Hinton, Rose House, Sean David, Candace Wood
5th Graders: Director: Pam Williams, Nancy Barry, Joe Morgan, Nancy Morgan, Harvey Evans, Sandy Baker
6th Graders: Directors: Eliza Barnes, Paul Burgess, Hinton Armstrong, Paige Barnes, Debra Avery

HOT DOG SUPPER & COMMENCEMENT
The supper will begin at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 28 with the Commencement following (approximately 7:00 p.m.). The menu will be especially for children: hotdogs, chips, baked beans, and cold drinks. Dessert will be ice cream sundaes. A special invitation is extended to the church family and friends to join us for this special event.

VBS ATTENDANCE REPORT
(as of Tuesday, July 25) Enrolled: 295

 

First Baptist Church of Smithfield, North Carolina • Directions • 919-934-9771 • Worship Hours: 8:30AM and 10:55AM Sundays • Sunday School Hours: 9:45AM