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E-Vision
February 9, 2022
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Dear Friends,
One message comes across loud and clear when you look at the ministry of Jesus: people couldn't stay away from him! Crowds followed him wherever he went, seeking healing and words of wisdom and instruction. How hungry are you for what Jesus has to offer?
We hope you and a friend will join us tonight for a home style meal and a Bible or book study. And we look forward to seeing you in worship on Sunday. Let us know how we can lift you up in prayer this week.
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Church Camping Weekend Updates
If you are going camping/glamping with FBC, plan to gather at 5:00 P.M. on Monday night, February 21, at the park's pavilion for a low country bowl with chefs David Skrine, Randy Shaw, and Ken Smith. (Don't worry kids — we will have hotdogs, too!) Please bring an appetizer, salad, or dessert to share with your camping/glamping friends. Remember to bring a chair to the pavilion and your bug spray for those biting Noseeum bugs. You will also want a flashlight for the short walk back from the pavilion in the late evening.
Jane and Bill Hardee will be joining us for the evening. This is a treat we do not want to miss because it has been a while since some of us have heard his distinguished laughter.
Other than the Monday evening meal, everyone is on their own for food and recreation. You will find many attractions in the surrounding area: Savannah, Skidaway Island, Wormsloe historic site, and many other places of interest are close enough for a day trip. You might also visit the Mighty Eighth Museum in Pooler or the museum at Fort McAllister. The Ogeechee River is known for great kayaking and fishing. Ellee and Peggy will make their way around the campsites on Sunday evening to say hello!
Campsites are still available, so 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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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 library will be happy to order you a book for a cost of $10. Please stop by the library desk this Sunday or next Wednesday to add your name to the order list, or leave a message for the library at 770-227-5517, ext. 130, no later than February 18. You can also order an eBook of this title on your own.
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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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Adult Ministry Activities |
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Alas...scheduling conflicts will prevent us from hosting the February Friday Night Coffeehouse Concert. Don't bottle up your disappointment. Convert it to enthusiasm, because we will be back in action in March!
To ease your disappointment, please enjoy this cheesy Valentine's joke:
Two antennae met on a roof, fell in love and got married. Their wedding ceremony wasn’t fancy. The reception, however, was excellent.
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K4-K5 children will meet on February 9 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 February 9 in the Student Center at 6:30 P.M. |
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Rehearsals for Wednesday, February 9:
Sanctuary Choir, 7:00 p.m.
Connexion Praise Band, 7:00 p.m.
Rehearsals for Thursday, February 9:
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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Benevolence Ministry Needs |
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We were cleaning out our closets today and my wife forgot the code to her luggage. Luckily, I managed to figure it out. I looked at her and gloated proudly...
"I guess I managed to solve the case!"
<insert Bill Hardee laughter>
If you're getting ready for a little trip, why not double check your closet to see if you have any coats or shoes you would be willing to donate to our Caregivers Clothes Closet?
Thank you!
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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 roast beef, mashed potatoes, broccoli, rolls, 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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February 23: We will NOT hold Wednesday night activities on this date. Enjoy your winter break.
March 2: Ash Wednesday—We will hold an 8:00-8:30 a.m. and a 12:15-12:45 p.m. service in Bramblett Chapel.
March 6: Founder's Day and celebration of our 50-year members; Look for a special gift to be given out on this day in our worship services.
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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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Giving statements for 2021 were emailed on January 31 to donors with email addresses in our system. For those donors without email addresses, those statements were mailed on January 31. The bottom of your email statement should have offered you a choice to sign in OR to to click a link to get a copy of your statement without logging in (as in this SAMPLE). |
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If you know we have your correct email address, yet you (or your spouse) did not receive an emailed statement, check your junk or spam folder first. If you still do not have it, contact Leigh Ann Williams so that she can correct your contact information and get your statement to you. If you have not provided the church with your email address, giving us that info would help us greatly. And you can always customize your email preferences so that you do not receive unwanted emails.
Thank you! — Leigh Ann Williams
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Is There a Harvest in the Chaos? |
When it comes to sailing, I am a novice at best. My first experience on a sailboat came on a mission trip to the Bahamas. Our team was tasked with crewing a 40-foot sailboat from Miami to North Bimini. Each pair was responsible for piloting the ship throughout the night in one-hour shifts. The caveat was that we hit a mild storm which resulted in massively choppy waves..."
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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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February 6, 2022
Annual Budget
$1,708,200.00
Required Budget in 6 Weeks
$197,100.00
Budget Giving This Week
$33,880.50
Weekday
$9,277.00
Received Budget in 6 Weeks
$165,142.14
(under)/over
$(31,957.86)
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678-692-8350
February 6 - February 12
Erin Clarke
February 13 - February 19
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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