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FBCNP FAMILY NEWSLETTER
May 2016
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Greetings from Pastor Jeff
As I sit here writing this article, I am amazed at how fast a month seems to fly by. Ever notice that? It seems the older I get, the faster the calendar moves. I say this because as we mature in Christ and learn His Word, it is a reminder that we have no time to waste; we must be about doing His business and bringing Him Glory in all that we do. I have a quote posted next to my desk that says, "Only one life, twill soon will be past, only what's done for Christ will last". Too often we focus on what we think are the 'BIG' things (becoming a missionary, a pastor, mission trips, big church events, etc.) and forget about the opportunities we have to glorify Him in our day-to-day lives.
Matt. 6:19-21 speaks of storing up treasure here on earth verses storing them up in Heaven. The words 'store' and 'treasure' in Greek are the same word and have their root in the word "tithe". The concept is making many small deposits - like saving up for your retirement in a 401k. We normally don't deposit a one-time huge payment and were done. No, we build up for our future through many small deposits over a life. That is what serving God should be like, many small deposits our whole lives.
When building up a 401k, we take steps to ensure we save, and one way is through a direct deposit. We should do the same in our Christian lives. One way to ensure these deposits take place is 1+1+1=Growth (each week attend 1 Church Service + 1 Bible Study + serve in 1 Ministry = Personal Spiritual growth). This is how to develop and store up treasures in Heaven.
Stand Firm, Be strong, Be courageous 1Cor 16:13
Pastor Jeff
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New Building Update:
AWESOME NEWS! We are pressing ahead with the purchase of a new 4000 sq ft facility that we will turn into 1st Baptist Community Outreach Center (clothing ministry, food ministry, Friday/Sat evening recovery services, soup kitchen, and fellowship). The goal is to turn it into a ministry center that will have a great kitchen and showers to help facilitate the many things we do already and are being led to do. Please pray God's blessing and that we will raise the needed funds. June 12th, after morning service, we are having a church meeting to discuss the project in more detail.
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CURRENT/UPCOMING MINISTRIES & EVENTS
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Holiday Heights
Bible Study
Saturdays @ 10 a.m.
Get 'back to the basics' of how to live the Christian life.
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Adult Bible Study:
Sunday Nights @ 6:00
Pastor Jeff will lead this John Piper Bible study. Class will run from June 12th to July 31st.
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Ladies' Bible Study
Saturdays @ 9:00 a.m.
Jennifer Ling leads this Max Lucado study. Class will run from May 28th to July 9th,
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RIOT
Wednesdays Nights
This summer, the youth will focus on missions and local ministries. Come out and be a blessings - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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Clothing Closet
There will be no clothing closet June 4th or July 2nd, but there will be a special 3-Day Clothing Closet event July 14th - 16th from 10 to 3.
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Holiday Heights Celebration
June 18th @ 5:00 p.m.
We will be having a luau this month! Volunteers are needed to bring food items. Please contact the church if you can help.
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Costa Rica Info Meeting
June 26th after service
Are you interested in being on the Costa Rica 2017 mission team? Come find out all about the upcoming mission trip.
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Mission Yard Sale
August 27th
The Costa Rica Mission Team will be holding a church-wide yard sale. We will begin accepting donations August 1st.
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Operation Hope Pre-Team
June 24th - July 1st
Wedgwood Baptist Church (Texas) is sending up a pre-mission team of 4 to work on the outdoor showers. If you would like to help feed them while they are here, contact the church office.
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VBS Pre-Registration
Please pre-register your children (grades K - 6th) by visiting our website (click 'ministry' tab) or emailing the church for a registration form.
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June 5th - 10th
5:45 to 8:30 p.m.
This is gearing up to be an AMAZING VBS!!! Invite your neighbors and friends grades K - 6th for this incredible week diving into God's Word.
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Family Fun Night
June 10th - 5:45 p.m.
Come an join the VBS celebration as we bring out the bouncy house and grill up some hot dogs! Festivities begin in the Sanctuary.
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Men's Breakfast
June 18th @ 8:00 a.m.
Men are invited to come and enjoy some delicious food and great fellowship.
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Father's Day Picnic
June 19th after Service
The church will provide the meat (hot dogs & steak), families will provide the sides and desserts. Please sign up on bulletin board if you want a steak.
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Softball Schedule
June 2nd, 13th, 14th @ 9:00; June 21st at 7:45 and 9:00; June 23rd @ 9:00; June 27th @ 6:30; June 28th @ 7:45 and 9:00.
All games are in the evening and are played at Newby Field.
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More Opportunities to Grow
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Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
If you do not currently attend a Sunday School class, we encourage you to give it a try. This is an excellent way to study God's Word and get connected in a small-group setting.
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Operation Christmas Child
We are currently collecting bar soap, wash cloths, and small toys for the boxes. The next work party will be August 20th.
Please drop off donations to the church office.
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Intercessory Payer
Are you in need of prayer? We have several dedicated prayer warriors who would be honored to lift your needs in prayer. Please email or call the church office with your requests.
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Church Information:
First Baptist Church North Pole
609 E. 5th Ave.
North Pole, AK 99705
(907) 488-2240
Email -
Pastor Jeff Ling - jlingfbc@gmail.com
Church/Julie Watson - jwatsonfbc@gmail.com
Ike Fishbaugh - ifishbaughfbc@gmail.com
Brooke Fishbaugh - bfishbaughfbc@gmail.com
Services:
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Worship Service 11:00 a.m.
Sunday Night Bible Study - 6:00 p.m. (beginning June 12th )
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