Dear Friends,
Do you ever find yourself anxious as you wait on someone to answer your call or message? Sometimes we can feel that way when we pray about circumstances, too. Jesus reminded us that persistence is key as we wait for our heavenly Father to answer:
"And so I tell you, keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you..." (Luke 11:9-13). Come and hear more about Good Gifts from the Father this Sunday in worship.
In the meantime, we also hope you will consider participating in some of our upcoming activities.
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Hear Their Story...
Our Africa Mission Team left from First Baptist Griffin on May 27, 2022. They spent one week in Rwanda and one week in Uganda before returning on June 12. In this video these missionaries share their reflections on the experience. Mission team members included Steven Norris, Michelle Norris, Jeremiah Norris, Elijah Norris, Chris Jones, Becky Owen, Olivia Owen, Ava Kate Owen, and Jean Moore.
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You are invited to join us THIS Friday night, July 22, at 7:00 p.m. for a special concert featuring Americana music in our Common Grounds Coffeehouse. Darryl Anderson, Roiella Beard, Steven Norris, and Leigh Ann Williams will be performing. Bring your family and friends along to enjoy an iced coffee, Italian soda, and tasty treats! |
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Educator Recognition
During both worship services on July 31, we will celebrate active teachers, administrators, and educational support staff. Educators, we hope you will be present in order to be recognized and prayed for as you prepare for the new school year. All others, we hope you will be present to lend encouragement and to pray alongside us for our educators and leaders for this upcoming school year.
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We want to hear from you! Take a moment and send us an email! |
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Attention Ladies — Advent by Candlelight Update
This annual event is planned for Monday, November 28th. This year, we will again gather our friends around dinner tables for a full dinner, fellowship, and to hear stories of love, joy, peace, and hope. We are looking for volunteers to work in a planning group for the event. We will meet in August to begin and hope you will consider joining us. If so, please contact Jessica O’Connor or Rhonda Pierce.
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Calling all yoga fans! Jenna Sullivan will be leading a yoga class in the Hardee Hospitality Room at 4pm on July 26. The cost is $10/person for each class, payable at the door. |
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The 2022 Women's Retreat registration has reached capacity. If you had intended to sign up, but didn't get to it in time, we invite you to sign up for our waiting list. The retreat dates are Friday night, October 21 through Sunday, October 23. |
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Camping and Glamping in 2023
We had so much fun last fall that we're scheduling TWO camping/glamping trips for 2023. Don't wait—learn more now about how to secure your best space for both of these trips! Whether it's a cottage, yurt, tent site, or RV site, state park spots book up quickly.
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Children's Ministry
(Birth-5th Grade)
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Jennifer Pugh and Alexis Pruitt are leading our first ever FBC Kids' Cake Decorating Competition tonight! The theme is Summertime. Kids will start with pre-made cakes. They will have basic decorating supplies available (sprinkles, cookies, color frosting, etc.), and participants can bring their own if they choose. Decorating begins in the FLC gym at 6 p.m. Judging will take place in the Common Grounds Coffeehouse before 7:00 p.m. Come out and support our competitors.
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Kids' Yoga Returns!
Join Sam Knox for another round of Kids' Yoga on MONDAY, July 25, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. in our FLC Gym. Bring your yoga mat and block if you have one. (We have a few available if you don't have one.)
The cost is $10, payable in cash at the door to Sam or by Venmo.
New to yoga? Sam guides kids through stretching, balancing, and breathing exercises with a creative, story-telling approach. Her class is friendly for preschoolers all the way through adults!
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GET REGISTERED TODAY!
Sign up now for the FBC Kids High Falls Water Park night! We have reserved the park from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. for our parents and kids. We will serve pizza and drinks. The cost to swim and slide is $10 per person.
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Did you know that we offer childcare for children ages birth through 3 years in both the Celebration and Connexion services? Children ages pre-K through 5th grade can attend Children's Worship during the Connexion service (following the Time for Children—except for Communion days). If you would like to know more about our worship care for children — or if you would be willing to volunteer — we invite you to reach out to us.
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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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Student Ministry
(6th-12th grade)
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What's going on in YTH?
Students will not meet tonight in the basement for worship and Bible study because many of them are attending Basecamp this week. Please pray for their safe travel and for a discipleship experience that will impact their lives profoundly for Christ.
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Connexion & Celebration Musicians
Please plan to meet at 6:00 p.m. TONIGHT in Morgan Hall for dinner, followed by rehearsal.
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We are opening a Beginning Ukulele class in August for small group instruction that will be limited to a hand ful of participants. The class will meet on Tuesdays from 12:15-1:00 p.m. Anyone can learn to play! Contact Ellee to sign up. |
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Help Those In Need In Griffin |
People in Griffin are, and they don't have a lot of expendable funds available for food. Why not bring a few canned items to share this week when you come to church? Drop them in the Food Pantry box on your way to the sanctuary.
The homeless may pick up food 5 times per month at Five Loaves and Two Fish Food Pantry.
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Clothes Closet Needs
If you happen to have any of the following items that you would like to donate, please bring them to the Ministry Center (Monday morning between 8 and 10 a.m.) or to the Welcome Center at the church: gym bags, backpacks, small suit cases that roll, and tennis shoes for men & women (all sizes). Thank you for supporting our Clothes Closet!
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This fall, leaders Jackie Lee and Debbie Neely will offer a weekly grief support group at First Baptist Griffin. This group meets for 13 weeks to cover the GriefShare curriculum, which is designed to encourage those who are grieving the loss of a loved one.
If you have experienced the loss of a loved one and would like to participate in the group, please contact one of the leaders directly or visit our website to complete the interest form. The group size is limited to 8 people.
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Coffee & Conversation Series
The Library Ministry is pleased to present Christian author Kristi Ann Hunter (who happens to be the daughter of our own Linda and Bob Long) for Coffee and Conversation on Saturday, August 20 in the Church Library. Refreshments are served at 10:00 am and our conversation with Kristi Ann begins at 10:30. All are welcome!
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LIBRARY EXPLORERS READING CLUB
One week remains in the Library Explorers Reading Club. Children and adults are reminded to record their reading in the reading logs at the circulation desk in the Church Library.
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Library Hours
Sundays
10:00-11:30 a.m.
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Other News & Events Around the Church |
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On August 7, our children’s ministry classes will promote to the next grade level. Children entering elementary and those entering middle school will receive special Bibles. |
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Sew the seeds of friendship and warmth as part of the Dorcas Ministry
The Dorcas Ministry has existed at FBC Griffin since the late 1860s, when ladies gathered first to make clothing for the needy. This ministry eventually evolved into a vital service group within our church. While its activity has ebbed and flowed through the years, and its focus has sometimes shifted or expanded, the Dorcas Ministry has always maintained a strong commitment to service to those in need within the church and community.
We are looking for individuals who would like to join us in reinstating this ministry in its more modern version, where we would use our gifts to produce clothing and accessories to share with others. If you are interested in this ministry and would like to practice or learn sewing, knitting, crocheting, or needlepoint skills while fellowshipping with others, please contact Alice Blake at 678-463-6305.
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Wednesday Night Fall Kickoff on August 10
Join us for an evening of special activities as we gear up for the fall semester of Wednesday night bible studies and small groups, which will begin on August 17!
If you would like to join us for Wednesday night dinner on August 10th, please RSVP with the button below.
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What's In Your Bags?
By Steven Norris
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We are in the middle of vacation season. When you pack for a vacation, how do you decide what to bring with you and what to leave behind? How do you pare down to only the essentials? As I have traveled on mission trips, I have found that packing is one of the most important pieces to success...
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The flowers in the Sanctuary and Morgan Hall are given to the glory of God and in honor of Kay Wideman on the anniversary of her birthday, July 31, and in appreciation of her dedication to the Copeland Sunday School Class by the Copeland Sunday School Class.
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If you wish to place flowers in the Sanctuary and 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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Don't forget to share with us how we can be praying for you this week.
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July 17, 2022
Annual Budget
$1,708,200.00
Required Budget in 29 Weeks
$952,650.00
Budget Giving This Week
$10,300.17
Received Budget in 29 Weeks
$797,425.46
(under)/over
$(155,224.54)
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July 17 - July 23
Steven Norris
July 24 - July 30
Steven Norris
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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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