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E-Vision
January 19, 2022
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Dear Friends,
Luke 4: 14-21 tells us that people couldn't stop talking about Jesus when he returned to Galilee after his baptism. Can you imagine the atmosphere in the synagogue when Jesus stood up and proclaimed his anointing to bring Good News to the poor? What about the gasps from the crowd when he revealed that he was the fulfillment of the scripture? It must have been electric.
Jesus is no less exciting today. How are you passing His message along to others? The Holy Spirit has already given each of us gifts to be able to share God's love with others.
We hope you will explore some of the ways you can get involved this week at FBC. Maybe you could bring a friend along with you, too?
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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"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.
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Friday Night Coffeehouse Concert Series
Our next Coffeehouse event features an artist who has toured and recorded with many of the top names in contemporary Christian music. Why don't you come out on January 28 at 7:00 p.m. to hear Jason Hoard 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
We invite you to join us at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, January 29, for coffee in the Church Library. At 10:30 A.M., our own Senior Pastor, Steven Norris will be discussing his favorite author, Eugene Peterson. If you would like to know more about Peterson's works or about this event, please contact the Church Office or Brian McCartney.
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Adult Ministry Activities |
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We are only a few weeks away from our winter break camping trip at Fort McAllister State Park starting February 20th.
If you have booked your reservation already, would you send Ellee Hilley a quick message to let her know you will be there? She will be sending out a group message with information about the Monday night supper for First Baptist Griffin members at the campsite.
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.
Got questions?
Call Peggy at 770-841-3903 or
Ellee at 770-468-8100.
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Youth will meet on January 19 in the Student Center at 6:30 P.M. |
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BaseCamp Winter Summit WILL be rescheduled. Look for more information in your inbox and on Instagram. If you're interested in going, you can still sign up. |
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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.
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Rehearsals for Wednesday, January 19:
Sanctuary Choir, 7:00 p.m.
Connexion Praise Band, 7:00 p.m.
Rehearsals for Thursday, January 20:
Ukulele, 12:00 p.m.
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Apologies, but we will not host a hymn sing today. |
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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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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.
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Benevolence Ministry Needs |
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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!
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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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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:
- 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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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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Answering the Call of the Vulnerable |
I was teaching a class when the first call came. Unable to answer in the middle of my lecture, I listened to the voicemail afterwards: “Mr. Norris, we are calling from the Department of Family and Child Services. We have a foster care placement for your family. Please call us back at your earliest convenience..."
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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 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.
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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. |
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January 16, 2022
Annual Budget
$1,708,200.00
Required Budget in 3 Weeks
$98,550.00
Budget Giving This Week
$18,021.25
Weekday
$16,855.00
Received Budget in 3 Weeks
$68,859.87
(under)/over
$(29,690.13)
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678-692-8350
January 16 - January 22
Erin Clarke
January 23 - January 29
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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