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FBCNP FAMILY NEWSLETTER
July 2016
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Greetings from Pastor Jeff
The Fourth of July is a time we as a country celebrate our independence from Great Britain. A time we remember our founding fathers' labors to carve out a country that had never existed before and was unlike anything the world had ever known. A time to reflect on the brave men who passionately fought for freedom. A time to remember that we exist only because of the extreme courage of our founding fathers to stand and to push back against despotism and tyranny. We remember that these men were willing to sacrifice everything including their own belongings, money, land and even their lives to gain the freedom they so desperately wanted and we, in part, still enjoy today.
As amazing as the story of the birth of our country is, it is just a momentary flash compared to the glory of the coming of Jesus Christ, our Savior. We, who were all once lost and dying, were shackled and controlled by the despotism of our own selves and slaves to every kind of sin. We were destined to live as people who were oppressed by our own broken, fallen, sinful human nature that we acquired from Adam in the fall. But then Jesus came. Jesus came and changed all that. Jesus came and declared that if you believe in Him, He would set you free.
You see, your true Independence Day is not the 4th of July but is when God came and opened your heart to the truth of His Son. At that moment everything changed in your life. You were set free from the slavery of sin and liberated
from your broken nature. You experienced a new birth. In this new birth, there was freedom from the guilt, shame and consequences of sin. It was all paid for by Jesus Christ, Gods own Son. That truly is an Independence Day!
Nations will rise and nations will fall, but the Word of God will endure forever. The Word became flesh, and now we who are in Christ are free; those whom the Lord has set free are free indeed!
Happy 4th of July! Thank you to all who have sacrificed for this country. But praise be to God for Jesus, who truly gave me my true independence!
Be Strong and Courageous,
Pastor Jeff
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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. Study ends July 9th.
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Adult Bible Study:
Sunday Nights @ 6:00
Pastor Jeff will lead this John Piper Bible study. There is no class July 3rd.
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Ladies' Bible Study
Saturdays @ 9:00 a.m.
Jennifer Ling leads this Max Lucado study. The last class is July 3rd.
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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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New Ladies' Bible Study
Saturdays @ 9:00 a.m.
July 9th - Aug. 20th ladies will study Kingdom Insights Revealed through the Parables.
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There are classes for all ages. This is a wonderful opportunity to get connected with a small group.
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Clothing Closet 3-Day Event
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July 14th & 15th
Our free clothing closet will be open July 14th & 15th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. There is quality clothing available in all sizes.
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July 16th
In addition to the clothing closet, there will be free medical checks, crafts, hot dogs, and a bouncy house (weather permitting). Come out and enjoy the fun 10:00 to 3:00.
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July 11th - 14th
Volunteers are needed to help set up and sort clothes for the 3-day event. Please email Fawn at fawncharles@rocketmail.com.
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New Member Classes
If you would like to become a member of our church family, Pastor Jeff is holding the next series of classes July 10th, 17th, and 24th at 9:45 a.m. Please sign up on bulletin board.
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Church Vote
Church members are encouraged to stay after morning service July 10th to vote on the purchase of a Community Outreach Building.
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Intercessory Prayer
We have a group of dedicated prayer warriors who would be honored to pray for you. If you are in need of prayer, please email Julie at
jwatsonfbc@gmail.com
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The Costa Rica Mission team will be having a yard sale at the church August 27th. We will begin accepting donations August 1st.
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Church Family Picnic
July 3rd - 1:00 to 5:00
We have reserved the Swimming Beach Pavilion on July 3rd. Please bring food to share.
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Softball Schedule
July 5th @ 6:30, the 11th @ 6:30; the 14th @ 7:45; the 15th @ 6:30 and 7:45; the 25th at 7:45. The tournament is July 29th and 30th.
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July 16th - FBCNP 10 to 3
July 18th - Soup Kitchen
& Housing First
July 19 - Rescue Mission
July 20th - Golden Towers
July 21st - Santa Senior Center
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Evening Services
We will be holding worship services July 16th, 18th, 19th, and 20th at 7:00 p.m. Please come out and hear some great testimonies, preaching, and music!
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Backyard Bible Club
July 18th and 19th at Harmony Park (corner of 5th and Santa Claus Lane) from Noon to 3:00. The Texas Pre-Teens will be heading this up, and it will be awesome!
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A big thanks to the pre-team who came and upgraded our outdoor showers. Thank you for your continual support of our church and ministries over the years. We love you!
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New Building
As we prepare to vote July 10th on the new building, please be in prayer that God would continue to open doors to this awesome opportunity both spiritually, physically, and financially.
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Mission Trip
We are going back to Costa Rica! Please be in prayer with us as we lift up the community in Filidelfia that God would prepare their hearts to hear and accept His Gospel.
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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.
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