Friends,

This week we will be thinking about the spiritual gifts afforded to each of us and how the Holy Spirit works through us in our communities. If you follow Jesus, then you have a spiritual gift that you can share with your faith community. Have you been wondering what yours might be? Ask our ministers or your Bible study leaders to help you learn more about this topic.

In the meantime, we always have opportunities to be intentional about learning, loving, and serving. See how you can get involved in some of the upcoming events described here in the E-Vision. Be sure to let us know how we can be praying for you.
Our FBC Covid-19 Response Team met on Tuesday, January 11 to discuss the current surge in COVID cases in our nation, state, and local community. Our recommendations remain the same following this meeting: please exercise personal care, maintain some physical distancing, and respect the comfort levels of others regarding touch and space. To read the full letter from the Covid-19 Response Team, please click here.
Wednesday Night Schedule

Beginning TODAY, 5:00 p.m., Morgan Hall
Our Wednesday night meals will resume with white chicken chili, cornbread, and dessert. If you would like to RSVP, you may do so HERE.

Bible & Book Studies, 6:00 p.m., Various locations at church. You have a number of discipleship options on Wednesday nights this year. To learn more about the studies available, please CLICK HERE. A Zoom option may be available for certain studies. If you are interested in participating online, please call the church office.
In addition to the studies listed above, we are offering programs for children and youth. (The exception is that our youth will NOT meet on January 12.)
"Journey of Grace" Membership Class
FBC Griffin is a “community of grace.” However, we recognize that grace is a journey, not a destination. As with any journey, there are often unexpected twists and turns in the road. Whatever your journey has been to this point, we are thankful that God has led you to First Baptist. We want to provide tools for you to help navigate your journey and give you a better understanding of this community that God is forming. If you have been considering joining FBC Griffin, we hope you will join us for this experience on January 23 at 12:30 p.m. Lunch will be provided, but we need you to let us know if you are coming.
Our next installment in the Friday Night Coffeehouse Concert Series is just around the corner!

On January 28 at 7:00 p.m, we will host Jason Hoard, an artist who has recorded with many top names in contemporary Christian music. Bring a friend, share a cup of coffee, and share your witness of God's goodness, too. 
Adult Ministry Activities
Winter Break is just around the corner! We're going to Fort McAllister State Park, so why don't you come along? Come anytime between Sunday, February 20th and Wednesday, February 23rd (or come earlier or stay later)! You will need to book your own site soon (before all the places get taken). Peggy & Ken Smith are in cottage 4 and Ellee & Troy Hilley are in campsite 59. Use the link to reserve your spot or call 1-800-864-7275.

Got questions?
Call Peggy at 770-841-3903 or
Ellee at 770-468-8100.
If you or a loved one would like to participate in the GriefShare support group on Wednesday nights from 6 to 7:30 p.m. beginning January 12, please indicate your interest by clicking on the More Info button.
Student Ministry
The Student Ministry will not meet on January 16. Watch your email for updates from Seth concerning BaseCamp Summit.
BaseCamp Winter Summit is our annual gathering of the churches involved BaseCamp each summer. It is a chance for friends to catch up and for students to invite friends to experience a little bit of camp. Sign up below for transportation to and from the event. We leave at 1:45 p.m on January 16 and should return 11:30 p.m. The event is free and meals are provided.
There's still time to register...
Please let me know if your student is planning on attending this over winter break. Prices are based on numbers, and I need to know if a small lodge will be a better fit or keep our normal lodging for the trip.
Music Ministry
Rehearsals for Wednesday, January 12:
Sanctuary Choir, 7:00 p.m.
Connexion Praise Band, 7:00 p.m.

Rehearsals for Thursday, January 13:
Ukulele, 12:00 p.m.
Hymn Sing
Join us today at 1:00 p.m. on Facebook!
Missions Update
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.
WOM Update
Please bring in any Christian literature you would like to recycle and deposit it in the receptacle in the Welcome Center. We provide this material to individuals and organizations that do not have easy access to Christian literature.
Benevolence Ministry Needs
Sure—our dogs love cozy warm places (and maybe even ski jackets), but we are in the business of serving our vulnerable people friends in the Griffin community. Right now, our Clothes Closet needs men's jackets/coats, men's shoes, kids' shoes, and book bags. Won't you check your closets to see if you have any of these items that might be donated? Thank you!
Church Library News
Coffee and Conversation
10:30 a.m.
Saturday,
January 29
We invite you to join us for this special event. Steven Norris will be discussing his favorite author, Eugene Peterson in the Library.
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). 
Search the Church Library from 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:
  1. Visit your device's App Store. (Android or I-Phone)
  2. Search for Librista. (See the images above for an illustration.)
  3. Install the app.
  4. Allow the app to use your location to find the First Baptist Griffin Library.
  5. Complete installation and start searching the collection!
First Baptist Church (FBC) of Griffin, GA, a moderate congregation affiliated with the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship and with historic ties to the SBC, is currently accepting resumes for the position of Minister to Children and Families. First Baptist Church of Griffin believes that healthy families are at the core of a healthy church.

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.
Job Posting: Minister of Pastoral Care
(Please share with others.)

The Minister of Pastoral Care works directly with the Senior Pastor to cast a vision and develop a culture of soul care, compassion, and service across the membership of First Baptist Church. This minister will help develop and implement a strategy for delivering the right care to the right people by caring and compassionate pastors and volunteers. This is a part-time position. For information on how to apply, please click on Learn More below.
Job Posting: Minister of Community Engagement
(Please share with others.)

The Minister of Community Engagement will work to foster deep partnerships of mutuality and trust between First Baptist Church and the surrounding community. It is expected that this minister will spend the majority of his/her time in the community meeting people, getting involved in community life, and working to identify and cultivate the ministries of First Baptist “outside the walls” of the church building. This position will help FBC Griffin be the best neighbor possible to the surrounding community. This is a part-time position. For information on how to apply, please click on the Learn More button below.
Congratulations!
Ronnie Hopkins
joined the staff of FBC Griffin on January 14, 2016. Thank you for your faithful service in keeping so much running smoothly behind the scenes, Ronnie!
Kathy Gore
joined the music staff at FBC Griffin as a Chapel pianist on January 19, 2020. She continues to make beautiful music for our services and events!
The Temptation to Pull Up Roots
“Wow! It is so good to make music with you again.” John and I had played together in a church band for a number of years. I knew that he was struggling with a deep sense of discontentment — in his church, his marriage, and his job. On more than one occasion, he had confided in me..."
Floral Arrangements
The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Mrs. Jean Daniel Martin by her children. Mrs. Martin would have celebrated her 90th birthday on January 18. 
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
Need a lift 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.
The Scouts are holding their annual Chicken Q fundraiser on January 23. If you would like to support them, please respond to the link below to order your $10 meal, which includes barbecue chicken, baked beans, coleslaw, bread, and a dessert. All meals must be picked up on site at the Scout Lodge (Poplar Street, across from FBC Griffin) on January 23 between 10:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. If you have questions, please email John Joiner or call him at 770-468-6045.
Vital Signs
January 9, 2022

Annual Budget
$1,708,200.00
Required Budget in 2 Weeks
$65,700.00
Budget Giving This Week
$17,883.12
Weekday
$8,304.50
Received Budget in 2 Weeks
$33,983.62
(under)/over
$31,716.38)
Year-end total budget giving for 2021 $1,381,256.73
Budget goal for 2021
$31,256.73
(under)/over
$31,256.73
Minister on Call
678-692-8350

January 9 - January 15
Steven Norris

January 16 - January 22
Erin Clarke
First Baptist Church of Griffin
106 W. Taylor Street, Griffin, GA 30223
770.227.5517
info@fbcgriffin.org
www.fbcgriffin.org
Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-12pm, 1:00pm-5:00pm