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E-Vision
January 26, 2022
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Dear Friends,
When Jesus had finished talking in Luke 4: 21-30, the crowd pressed in around him and wanted to push him off a cliff! What would it have been like if Jesus had been giving his public address at the Griffin Auditorium? Would we have rushed him on stage and insisted he leave town? This passage is the subject of this week's Sunday message, "When Prophets Come Home."
FBC Griffin has lots of exciting things going on this week. Call a friend to invite along so you can participate together. We want to pray for your needs, so please let us know how we can lift you up to the Father.
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Friday Night Coffeehouse Concert Series
Our Coffeehouse event this week features an artist who has toured and recorded with many of the top names in contemporary Christian music. We are looking forward to seeing you Friday night, January 28, at 7:00 p.m. for Jason Hoard's performance in our very own coffeehouse. Bring a friend, share a cup of coffee, and share your witness of God's goodness, too.
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Coffee and Conversation
You can still sleep in on Saturday morning, but be sure to get to the Church Library by 10:00 A.M. for a steaming cup of coffee to get you going before Senior Pastor, Steven Norris starts his discussion with Brian McCartney about Steven's favorite author, Eugene Peterson.
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You are invited to join us in Bramblett Chapel at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 30 for the Ordination of Deborah Neely. |
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Lunch anyone? Come on over to the gym on February 6 at noon and sit down to eat with us. We will chat about church business for a few minutes following lunch and then you can leave satisfied from a hearty meal AND the knowledge that you have participated in an important aspect of our church life together. |
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Adult Ministry Activities |
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If you would like to go, you can reserve a spot by clicking on the "Reserve Your Spot" button, or call 1-800-864-7275. |
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K4-K5 children will meet on January 26 in the Weekday Education hall at 6:00 P.M. Our 1st through 5th grade children will meet on the second floor of the Education Building at 6:00 P.M. |
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Youth will meet on January 26 in the Student Center at 6:30 P.M. |
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Rehearsals for Wednesday, January 26:
Sanctuary Choir, 7:00 p.m.
Connexion Praise Band, 7:00 p.m.
Rehearsals for Thursday, January 27:
Ukulele, 12:00 p.m.
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Join us for a hymn sing today at 1:00 p.m. on Facebook! |
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Through the end of February, the Mission Council will be collecting onesies (any color, sizes 0 to 2T) in the designated box in the Welcome Center. One of the missionaries we support in Kampala—Missy Ward-Angalla—has asked for our help for the refugee children served by Amani Sasa. The only onesies they can acquire for these children are very expensive and of poor quality. Our own short-term missionaries will be traveling to Africa in just a few months and will take any onesies we can collect to Missy. Thank you for your prayerful support of Amana Sasi and of our missionaries.
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Benevolence Ministry Needs |
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Our dogs don't really need ski jackets, but our friends in Griffin need coats.
Won't you support our Clothes Closet by bringing in your gently used men's jackets/coats, men's shoes, kids' shoes, and book bags.
Thank you!
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Author of the Month
Elizabeth Musser
This month’s featured author is a Georgia native. She and her husband serve as missionaries in Lyon, France. Come check out one of her books, which include The Swan House and The Dwelling Place (one of our recent additions).
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We know you love our Church Library! Why not keep it close to you on your phone!
We would like to invite you to download the Librista app to be able to search the Church Library's collection from the convenience of your personal cell phone or tablet. The process is simple:
- Visit your device's App Store. (Android or I-Phone)
- Search for Librista. (See the images above for an illustration.)
- Install the app.
- Allow the app to use your location to find the First Baptist Griffin Library.
- Complete installation and start searching the collection!
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We are serving beef vegetable soup, cornbread, and a dessert at 5:00 P.M. this week before our Bible and book studies start at 6:00 P.M. Let us know we can expect you there! |
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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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Weekday Registration Opens Soon
Registration for our FBC Weekday program begins February 1. For more information, please contact Diane Lamb or Lynn Pitts in the Weekday Office at 770-228-7880.
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The Gospel Was Meant to be Lived |
On Saturday morning, I have been granted the opportunity to gather in our church library for a public conversation about one of my spiritual heroes, Eugene Peterson. Peterson is probably best known for his translation of the into modern language, entitled The Message..."
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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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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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The City of Griffin and Spalding County are updating their joint Comprehensive Transportation Plan (CTP). The CTP update process focuses on developing the vision, goals, and objectives for future transportation needs in Griffin/Spalding. This process involves evaluating existing conditions, assessing future transportation network conditions and needs, and identifying priorities and projects for both the short and long term. As a guiding document, the CTP will set the direction for City and County officials in their efforts to cultivate a quality transportation system and promote a high level of mobility for all users.
Please take a few minutes to look at the map linked below. Carefully read the directions and notate places where you know that there are transportation issues (pot holes, unsafe intersections, traffic flow problems, etc.).
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January 23, 2022
Annual Budget
$1,708,200.00
Required Budget in 4 Weeks
$131,400.00
Budget Giving This Week
$17,405.50
Received Budget in 4 Weeks
$82,265.37
(under)/over
$(45,134.63)
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678-692-8350
January 23 - January 29
Ellee Hilley
January 30 - February 5
Seth Brown
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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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