Dear Friends,
We have been thinking about the parable of the prodigal son over the past couple of weeks in our sermon series. This week we take a closer look at the father responses to both of his sons. Have you ever wondered what his situation must have been like? We invite you to consider it with us this weekend during our worship services.
Share with us how we can be praying for you this week. We hope you will choose to be involved in these activities coming up in the life of our church.
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Do you know what the American Osteopathic Association says about yoga? They say it can benefit you by increasing flexibility, muscle strength and tone, improving your breathing, maintaining a balanced metabolism, protecting you from injury and more! We are hosting Sam Knox, a yoga instructor, on March 19th (this Saturday) at 9:00 a.m. Space is limited to 15 participants and the cost is only $10 for the hour, which is a huge bargain! Sign up today! (Note that yoga can also be done from a chair.) Click on the Register button to sign up.
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Week of Prayer for North American Missions: Day 3 |
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During the month of March we emphasize the ongoing work of North American Missions organizations. The theme of the CBF Global Missions Offering is "Because Presence Matters". As we work together to support ministries in our communities across North America, we are able to do much more than any of us could do on our own. We see through the results of this offering how we can collaborate and use the gifts, graces, and expertise of our field personnel. |
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We have an exciting line up of instrumentalists joining us on March 25 at the Friday Night Coffeehouse Concert event, including Ginger Hamilton, Liz Jester, Diane Mostiler, Kathy Gore, Ellee Hilley, Steven Norris, Jeff Rogers, Leila Wells Rogers, and possibly others. Come out and enjoy an evening with friends along with a tasty treat, a cup of coffee (or hot cocoa, or an Italian cream soda), and some great local music. |
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Our little ones meet from 6-7PM on Wednesday nights on the Preschool Hall for FUN together and to learn about Music and Missions with Jenny Flowers, Rachel Williamson, Les Springer, and Kim Brown! Ask your kids to invite their friends to join us this week! |
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Leading in Worship
Our Wednesday night 1st-5th graders will be leading in worship soon. On Palm Sunday, April 10, look for them in the Celebration Service. Then, on Mother's Day, May 8, we will get to see them leading in Connexion.
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Would you like to receive our Children's Ministry Newsletter? Click on the button to let us know you want to subscribe to the newsletter. |
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Students will meet in the basement (the Student Center) at 6:30 p.m. tonight for worship and small groups.
Ask your teen to invite someone along on Wednesday night for games, Bible study, and to make new friends!
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Why are spiders such know-it-alls?
They're always on the web!
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Basecamp will be here before you know it! Get that calendar out and block out July 18-22, 2022 because you don't want to miss this experience! More details are coming soon.
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Do you have a student graduating soon? (Or, are YOU graduating soon?) We would love to spotlight our graduates in May, but we need your help.
Click on the Graduate button below to send us the information we need to help our church family celebrate this accomplishment.
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Sunday Worship: Our Orchestra will be performing during Celebration worship this Sunday, March 20th. (Orchestra members, please report for warm-up at 8:15 a.m.)
Rehearsal Updates
Sanctuary Choir will rehearse on Wednesday, March 16.
Connexion Praise Band will rehearse on March 16 at 7:00 p.m.
The Ukulele Ensemble will rehearse on Thursday, March 17.
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We invite you to join us for a hymn sing today online. |
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Why is a piano so hard to open?
Because the keys are on the inside.
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Don't forget that our Mission Council is collecting surge protectors this month as our local mission project! The school system has identified approximately 30 graduating students for whom they want to provide care baskets to help them transition to college. A surge protector is a terrific gift that keeps on giving because it can mean the difference between total loss of data and equipment vs successful submission of assignments. Please consider supporting our local mission project this month. |
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North American Mission Emphasis
Annette Ellard and Steve Clark have been serving during the pandemic in the Louisville, Kentucky area. They have encouraged mental health access and emotional health practices along with safety protocols as they minister throughout the pandemic.
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Christopher Mack in Austin, Texas expresses gratitude for CBF equipping and coming alongside him as he ministers to minorities in a majority space. |
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In keeping with our church's theme for 2022 — Inspire — we have assembled a display of resources on the Holy Spirit for your reading pleasure. We hope you will drop by the Church Library to out these and so many other interesting materials.
We are open on Wednesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. and Sunday mornings from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
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COFFEE AND CONVERSATION: CHASING FRANCIS
The library ministry invites you to our second Coffee and Conversation of 2022. On Saturday, April 2, 10:30-11:45 a.m., Brian McCartney will discuss the novel Chasing Francis. We will explore the many religious themes in the novel and become better acquainted with Saint Francis of Assisi. The eBook of this title is available for purchase online if you are interested in having a copy.
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Exciting News!
We are so happy to announce that Chris Jones joined FBC Griffin by statement of faith on March 13!
We hope you will welcome Chris to our congregation when you see him!
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March 20: The FBC Endowment Foundation will be accepting nominations during each worship service for individuals to be elected to serve on its Board of Directors. A date for the vote will be scheduled soon and will take place during worship services in May. |
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April 6: Spring Break Week (for many)
No Wednesday night activities will be held on April 6 as many of our schools will be off on spring break.
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April 13: Easter Egg Hunt |
We've been told that the Easter bunny will be hopping through Griffin soon.
Make sure you have a basket ready on April 13 at 6:00 p.m. to intercept any goody-filled eggs that might have been left behind!
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April 18: The Church Office will be closed in observance of Easter.
April 17: Easter Sunday Services at 9:00 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Remember to bring your best flower from home to place on the Easter cross in the Chapel Garden. We invite you to send an Easter Service postcard to your friends and family. We have them available at the church and one will be in your order of worship this Sunday.
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Wednesday Night Meal
We will be serving chicken and rice casserole, broccoli, rolls, and a dessert on March 16. You are invited to join us for supper before heading over to a Bible or book study. Bring the kids so they can get plugged into Missions and Music activities at 6:00 p.m.
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Weekday Registration Is OPEN
Registration for our FBC Weekday program is open. For more information, please contact Diane Lamb or Lynn Pitts in the Weekday Office at 770-228-7880. Or, drop them an email:
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The Road of Repentance
by Steven Norris
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Why is that some people have a hard time admitting that they are going the wrong way? I saw a cartoon with a caption that read: “Why did it take the Israelites forty years to arrive at the Promised Land?” In it, Miriam is stopping to ask directions from some desert nomad while Moses forges ahead, saying, “We don’t need directions....
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The flowers in the Sanctuary and Morgan Hall are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Mitch and Melony Gilmer by Steve and JoAnn Lockridge.
If you wish to place flowers in the Sanctuary or Morgan Hall in honor or memory of a loved one, then please call Brenda Goolsby (cell: 770-468-3959).
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Easter Flowers
On Easter Sunday there will be arrangements of lilies in the sanctuary, the narthex, and Morgan Hall. If you would like to honor a loved one by contributing toward these flowers, please put your gift of $12.00 (per listing) and the name of the person whom you are remembering or honoring in the offering plate or take it to the church office by April 3, 2022. Donations may also be made here or online through the FBC Griffin website by choosing Easter Memorial as the fund and by listing your honoree in the optional memo space.
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Need a ride to church?
Tony Powell is our Transportation Team coordinator and would be happy to arrange for your ride to church on Sunday mornings.
Give Tony a call at 770-490-5042 if you would like to set up a ride.
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Job Posting: Minister to Children and Families
(Please share with others.)
First Baptist Church is currently accepting resumes for the position of Minister to Children and Families to provide leadership to all areas of children’s ministry at FBC Griffin. This is a full-time position with benefits. For more information and instructions on how to apply, please click on the Learn More button below.
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March 6, 2022
Annual Budget
$1,708,200.00
Required Budget in 11 Weeks
$361,350.00
Budget Giving This Week
$27,174.80
Weekday
$15,831.00
Received Budget in 11 Weeks
$325,309.49
(under)/over
$(36,040.51)
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678-692-8350
March 13 - March 19
Seth Brown
March 20 - March 26
Ellee Hilley
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First Baptist Church of Griffin
106 W. Taylor Street, Griffin, GA 30223
770.227.5517
info@fbcgriffin.org
www.fbcgriffin.org
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We believe in a grace that...
welcomes openly,
worships authentically,
grows continually,
serves passionately,
gives generously.
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Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, 1:00pm-5:00pm |
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