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TopJUNE 2017 
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A monthly newsletter from Field Street Baptist Church

We exist to make CHRIST known by proclamation and living of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

 

In This Issue
Music Ministry
Education/Administration
Children's Ministry
Student Ministry
Senior Adult Ministry
Monthly Budget Statistics

FSBC INFORMATION
WEDNESDAYS
5:15 p.m.--Fellowship Meal
6:00 p.m.--Prayer Mtg/Bible Study 
in the family life center
6:35 p.m. Choir Rehearsal
 
SUNDAYS
8:30 a.m. --Early Worship
9:45 a.m. --Bible Fellowship
11:00 a.m. --Late Worship
No Evening Activities


workday
3rd Tuesday--FSBC Workday
Tuesday, June 20
9:00 - Noon

Dominican Republic
Mission Trip
June 3-9

Ladies' Summer Bible Study
begins June 7--10:00 a.m.
"ONE IN A MILLION"
by Priscilla Shirer
Workbook: $13
 
Jun e 12-15       6-8 p.m.
Cimarron Springs Apartments
 
 
youth camp
 Student Camp
June 15-19
   
VBS--June 25-28
5 yrs-5th Grade
 
Weekly Schedule
FSBC Ministerial Staff

Bible Study

Attendance Averages

Worship Attendance Averages
WELCOME
EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY
THANK YOU & APPRECIATION
BIRTHS
Year-to-Date
Financial Statistics
WEDNESDAY NIGHT
FELLOWSHIP MEALS
FSBC
SPIRIT OF SHARING
Statistics
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From Our Pastor
 
Summer Ministries-June Camps and Mission Trip
This week we launch our summer ministry programming for children and students. Thirty-six pre-teens and adults departed for camp on Friday, June 2, heading to Glen Rose. We have a group of 18 students and adults who departed Saturday morning, June 3, for the Dominican Republic, and then a rather sizeable number (48) of students/adults will depart for camp in Glorieta, New Mexico the middle of June. Whew! The opening days of June are intense. I am grateful to God for our leadership and sponsors who plan and execute these ministry opportunities. To the glory of God, may many lives be touched by the Holy Spirit in significant ways all during these summer days of ministry and mission.

Summer Sermon Emphasis-NEXT STEPS
In a few weeks, we will conclude the series of messages from the Sermon on the Mount. Beginning July 9, I plan to begin a series of messages entitled, "NEXT STEPS." All of us have next steps we are to take in our walk with Christ. The Bible never envisions stagnation in our experience with the Lord. We are to be moving constantly toward maturity in the faith. Yet, what are the next steps for each of us? I can't answer that question on an individual basis, but God's Word gives us some clarity and direction as we look to our own next steps. Don't miss this series of messages this summer! Also, please pray for these messages to stimulate us toward being like Jesus! Upcoming sermons include:
June 11--"Wolves in Sheep's Clothing"
June 18--Dr. Richard Blake preaching
June 25--"Religious or Godly"
July 2--"The Wise and the Foolish"
July 9--"You Must Be Born Again"
July 16--"Going Public-The Witness of Baptism"
 
 
Debt Reduction on the Children's Building
By the grace of God and the faithfulness of those who are giving to help eliminate the remaining debt on the children's building, we continue to make steady progress. To date we owe about $260,000 on the children's building.  THANK YOU for your faithful, sacrificial giving. I know that money is very tight for all of us. I get it. However, we are within reach of our goal of paying off the debt by October. As the Lord leads you, please give to help us realize the goal of eliminating the debt on the children's building.
    
Grateful to serve as your Pastor,
          --John Hall, Pastor  
Music Ministry 
 
Summertime...And The Singing is Easy! 
Join us this month for a relaxed time of rehearsal and fellowship at our Adult Worship Choir rehearsals. We are singing through the Top 10 anthems as voted by the choir. This is a perfect time for anyone who is interested in joining the choir. We will conclude each rehearsal with a time of fellowship and snacks. For the month of June we will meet from 6:35-7:30 p.m. in the choir room. I hope you will plan to join us!
 
Mark Your Calendars
Be sure to mark your calendars for this year's Living Christmas Tree Presentations will be December 8, 9, and 10. Be watching for more details about our kick-off coming this fall. Be praying about how you might be involved in this year's presentation.
 
God Bless,
--Josh Thomas
Minister of Music
Education Ministry

Cleburne Pregnancy Center "Baby Bottle Campaign"
Cleburne Pregnancy Center is a Christ-centered, non-profit medical clinic that provides confidential services and resources to women (and men) facing unplanned pregnancies. Their free services include pregnancy tests, limited obstetrical ultrasounds, pre-natal and parenting classes, community resources and referrals, post abortion Bible Studies and much more!

CPC is currently involved in their annual "Baby Bottle Campaign" fundraiser. Baby bottles are provided at the church for families to fill with money (change, dollar bills and/or checks). We have plenty of bottles that you may pick one up at anytime. We will be collecting the bottles on June 25, and will deliver them to the center. You may deliver your bottle directly to the center if you wish.

You don't even have to have a bottle to donate. Go to their website,  www.careforcpc.com , and find out how you may donate .
 
 
SUMMER/FALL MISSION OPPORTUNITIES - Please be praying

Dominican Republic
Eighteen adults and students are in the Dominican Republic this week. Please be praying for their ministry during the week and for safety in traveling home this Saturday, June 10.

Backyard Bible Clubs
Backyard Bible Club  ministry is an outreach endeavor that takes the gospel to children in our community. There will be four clubs conducted this summer at the following locations:
June 12-15--Cimarron Springs Apartment Complex (6-8 p.m.)
July 10-13--Cobblestone Village Apartments (6-8 p.m.)
July 17-20--Gateway Learning Center (9-11 a.m.)
July 24-27--Hulen Park (10 a.m.-noon)

Please pray for this outreach. If you would like to help with any or all of these clubs, you may contact Jennifer Howington.

Aspendale Baptist Camp (near Cloudcroft, NM)
September 9-16
We will be involved in several construction projects at the camp.  If you are interested in attending, or would like more information, please  contact Mark Smith or Jerry Melson.

Cambodia
October 11-25
Ministry involvement will include: School Uniform and Supply Distribution in Battambang Province and E nglish classes and Children Ministry in Phnom Penh.

For more information contact the church office or Bryans Fitzhugh at [email protected].

--Jerry Melson 
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Children's Ministry
   
Our annual Children's Camp was held June 2-5 at Riverbend Retreat Center. Thank you for your prayers, financial support and encouragement for the children during this time away at camp.

 
Vacation Bible School will be held on June 25-28 for children
5 years-5th grade. Our theme this year is "Galactic Starveyors". Our first night of VBS, June 25, (6:00-8:30 p.m.) will be for the entire family as parents will have an opportunity to watch the movie, "Woodlawn",  while children participate in VBS activities. VBS will continue Monday through Wednesday mornings from 9:00 a.m.-noon. Registration is now online: Click here to register
     
Our Backyard Bible Club ministry is an outreach endeavor that takes the gospel to children in our community. This year, we will conduct 4 clubs at various locations throughout Cleburne. We would like for you to prayerfully consider your role in this effort to reach children for Christ.
 
June 12-15--Cimarron Springs Apartment Complex (6-8 p.m.)
July 10-13--Cobblestone Village Apartments (6-8 p.m.)
July 17-20--Gateway Learning Center (9-11 a.m.)
July 24-27--Hulen Park (10 a.m.-noon)

Field Street Baptist Church is hosting an Art Camp this summer for children ages 8-12. The dates for this event will be July 10-13 from 2-4 p.m. in the Family Life Center. Cost to attend is $65 per child, which must be paid at the time of registration. Please call the church office at 817-645-4376 to register your child.
 
  Early Learning Center Enrollment for 2017-2018
Contact Jeana LeBlanc at 817-645-4376
Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Tuition $165/month
(plus a $60 one-time registration fee and a $25 supply fee, twice a year)
 
 
Thank you for your support and participation in our preschool and children's ministry. What a joy it is to serve our Lord and Savior at  Field Street Baptist Church. 

--Jennifer Howington
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Student Ministry
 

Our Summer Student Ministry Calendar is now available with our summer activity schedule for June-August.  Pick up a copy in the church office OR follow us on www.facebook.com/FSElevate

 

Major JUNE Events

June 3-9--Mission Trip to the Dominican Republic
June 15-19--Student Camp-Glorieta, NM
June 25-28--Vacation Bible School
 
--Taylor Dunn

Senior Adult Ministry 

 

SUNDAY, JUNE 25
 

We have a full bus going to Green Acres Baptist Church in Tyler for their Patriotic Service. We will leave at 2:30 Sunday afternoon and return after the program that night. I have been to this program a couple of times and it is one of the most moving presentations I have ever seen. It will rekindle your love for America and the sacrifices that were made to keep her free!

 


 
  --John Glover