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Baptist Messenger Special Edition for
405 South Cherokee Avenue, Bartlesville, Oklahoma July 16, 2015
Many Things to Pray for: July 26 – FBC Connect. This luncheon will be an
opportunity for those attending but that have not joined our church, or for those that have just recently joined to hear how they can connect to God’s vision for BFBC. Pray that people that need to come will be there.
August 2 – 40 days of Spiritual Renewal. We are calling for a season of prayer and fasting for spiritual renewal for our church. There will be scripture reading for each day, and encouragement to pray and fast for those who can. We are asking God to build an unshakable faith in us, and call lost people to find something concrete in these uncertain times.
Aug 16 – Dedication Service. Our dedication service will be a time for families to come together to worship the Lord and pray as we call on God to use our Worship Center to make His name great. It will mark the crossing into a new era in our church, and leaving the past behind. Pray that it will be a special time for all of us as we anticipate God’s stirring among us. August 23 – First Sunday. Our first worship time back in the Worship Center will be monumental. We will continue our side-by-side worship services as we go, and will open an early children’s church. We are making room for people! Yes, moving in the large room with two groups will make for space in the beginning, but our prayer is that God will draw people to himself and we will see people come to him and experience transformation. We are not just a church with a blended worship service, we are a blended church working side by side for the sake of the Gospel. The power of our unity in this sends a message to everyone around that our unity is not built on our position in the room, but by our position in Christ. Pray that the momentum will be felt as we grow in these things together. Pray that our harmony will resonate with lost people.
On this Sunday, we are praying that God will provide the $130,000 to meet the needs of our new day projects so we can move in with momentum!
September 6 – Homegroup Kickoff. These groups are growing out of our Sunday school and are providing an intermediate step to bring people into our community of faith. It is a real help for people who are not just looking for a friendly church, but who are looking for friends. Pray that this intimate setting will forge relationships that strengthen our community of faith.
September 13-15 – Unshakable: Revival. Pastor Mike Keahbone will be here in revival. This will be an in-house climax of spiritual renewal for our people. Sunday, through Tuesday, is a time commitment that every believer should make. We need reviving in many ways, and we also want to bring our lost friends. They need opportunities that are clear to hear the gospel, and find Jesus. Pray that they will. September 23 – Wednesday Discipleship Groups. With opportunities to grow in financial stewardship to Women’s issues, this time will be a great time of equipping for our church body. These will be classes of various lengths for all adults. Pray that we will grow deeper in our walk with Christ through it all. A Schedule will come out with sign up available.
September 27 – Love Worth Fighting for: Kirk Cameron. Yes the star from fireproof, and other good movies, will be here sharing with every married couple about the desperate need to strengthen our marriages. This is not for troubled marriages that need help, this is for all marriages to be challenged. Pray that every married couple in our church will take advantage of this.
We have much to pray for! It is truly a new day at FBC. Pastor James.
Thursday, August 6 9:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Activities Building
Program will be presented by Jared and Jennifer Fitzpatrick
Saturday, August 1 7:30 a.m.
Activities Building Breakfast by Team 2
On Saturday, August 8, 2015 @ 8:30 a.m. a chartered bus will be arriving at the Activities Building parking lot.
The bus will be departing for The Baptist Children's Home "Back-to-School Style Show & Brunch" "Anchored In Hope" being held at the Renaissance Hotel, 71st & Highway 169, Tulsa, Oklahoma.
A Silent Auction: 9:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m. & Style Show & Brunch 10:30 a.m..
BFBC audio/video ministry is in need of volunteers during both services. If you are interested, contact Sara at [email protected] or go online and sign-up at mybfbc.org
Sunday, July 26
(CHANGE OF DATE)
3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Main Worship Center
Tech Team Orientation for current and new Tech Team members
I would like to express my deepest thaks to all of BFBC. Your calls, cards, texts, and prayers have sustained us in the past 3 weeks in Ardmore, which ultimately resulted in my Dad’s passing. I am so glad to have such a loving and praying church family In Christ, Paul Kizer
Monday, July 20
10:00 a.m. - Social time 10:45 a.m. - Young At Heart Choir sing at Dewey Medical Lodge 11:45 a.m. - Lunch in Fellowship hall A program will be brought by Katrina Randolph
A CALL TO REMEMBRANCE
God revealed himself to the people of Israel through the Patriarchs of the Faith (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob), Moses, and the Prophets. The people of Israel responded to God’s provision and protection by building altars and offering sacrifices to the Lord. These altars served as reminders of God’s provision and man’s need.
Several years ago our family vacationed in Washington D.C. We figured it would be a relatively “cheap” trip, in that we could see all of the “free” sights like the Smithsonian Museums, Library of Congress, Space Museum, Natural History Museum. As you surmised, the trip was not completely free, in that we paid for hotel, transportation, food, and souvenirs. Our touring took up beyond the museums, to the monuments. We stopped and observed in silence the Changing of the Guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. The monuments served as reminders of the human sacrifice expended for our benefit.
The great hymns of the faith serve as reminders testaments of faith/musical/altars/offerings enabling our hearts and mind to revisit and testify of the hope that is in us through the sacrifice of Christ, our Lord. The Apostle Paul admonished us to sing Psalms, Hymns, and Spiritual songs, making melody in our hearts to the Lord, singing with the Spirit and with understanding. The Biblical truth that fortifies the great hymns of the faith continues to be voiced at FBC Bartlesville. This coming October 11 there will be a special musical presentation with choir/s and or-chestra, where we will sing our faith as we remem-ber and rejoice in what God has provided for us through the sacrificial atonement of Jesus Christ on our behalf. This is an event for the entire congregation and is extended to the community. This is also an opportunity for you to join the choir in this project by attending choir rehearsals on Wednesdays from 6:00-7:15 p.m. and selected Sundays in July, August, September and October.
Selected Dates
July 19 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Aug. 2 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. 16 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. 30 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Sept. 13 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. 20 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Oct. 4 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Our youth just returned from a great week at Falls Creek. We had a wonderful time hearing God and hanging out together. We had 57 youth and 15 sponsors go with us this year. I want to thank the parents for allowing us to invest in their youth. I also want to thank the sponsors who took time out of their busy lives to serve our students. You had a great impact. Your commitment to caring for our students is truly appreciated. Thank you so much Jared Fitzpatrick Student Intern
ENROLL
NOW for Fall
Kid’s Korner Preschool For children ages 3 (as of Sept. 1)
through Pre-K
Kids Day Out For children ages 6 months (by Sept. 1)
through 3 years
Classes meet Tuesday/Thursday
Brochures and enrollment forms are available in the Early Education Center or call 918-336-6172 for more information.
Month-To-Date Receipts
Kevin Chartney Associate Pastor
Brenda VanHorn
Early Education Director [email protected]
James Biesiadecki Senior Pastor
Wade Daniel Music Minister
Scott Borders Children’s Director [email protected]
Josh Quigley Family Life Center Director
(918) 336-6172 www.mybfbc.org
Kevin Dray Interim Youth Minister
Jeremy Hicks Worship Band Leader
Tithes & Offerings 24,203.99 $
World Missions 160.00 $
New Day Fund 4,360.00 $
Attendance July 5 July 12
Sunday School 442 407
8:30 a.m. 335 276
11:00 a.m. 235 269
6:00 p.m. 74 116
Jacob Drake– Baptism
Linda Rodriguez– Baptism
Deloris Sarabia– Baptism
Sunday, July 19 4:00 - 5:30 p.m.
3rd Floor Adult Suite
Wednesday, July 22 6:00 p.m.
Fellowship Hall
Church
Conference
Merle Dickens, Steve & Tracy Hawkins in the loss of his wife, and her mother, Kathryn Dickens
The family of Lola Cranor
Doug & Betty Whistler in the loss of her uncle
