PRAYER CONCERNS We Extend Our

Prayers & Sympathy To The Family Of:

Dorothy Stringer

PLEASE CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR:

Our Military

& Their Families

Pastor Shelly & Robert & Family

Our Country & Its Leaders

Those Who Are Grieving

Those Who Are In Ill Health

Our Church and its Leaders

Missionaries

Both Local & Global

Our Homebound:

Leanna Harper

Rose Robbins Mary Lou Willoughby

Pray without ceasing.

I Thessalonians 5:17

If you have a prayer request, please call the church @ 539.6920, mail a note to the church, or send an e-mail through our website. To have a prayer request added to the church’s prayer chain, please call our Prayer Chain Coordi-nator, Barb Harvey @ 539.2687 or on her cell phone @ 441.4018.

“Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you

hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink?

When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing

clothes and clothe you? When did we see you sick or In prison and

go to visit you?’ “The King will reply, “I tell you the truth,

whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine,

you did for me.’” Matthew 25: 37-40

April 2015 Volume 11, Issue 4

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH

OF AMO…...Connections

WELCOME

4779 Pearl Street Amo, Indiana 46103

317.539.6920

www.amo1stbaptist.org

PASTOR:

Shelly A. Zook

Home Phone: 317.539.6920

Cell Phone: 317.489.2988

E-mail:

pastorshelly@amo1stbaptist.org

ENTER TO WORSHIP

JOIN US ON SUNDAYS:

Sunday School — 9:15 a.m.

Worship Service — 10:30 a.m. Jr. Church for children 10

& younger Nursery Available

Communion is Served the First Sunday Of Each Month

DEPART TO SERVE

GO BEYOND THE CROSS

Every year, thousands of people climb a mountain in the Italian Alps, passing the "stations of the cross" to stand at an outdoor crucifix. One tourist noticed a little trail that led beyond the cross. He fought through the

rough thicket and, to his surprise, came upon another shrine, a shrine that symbolized the empty tomb. It was neglected. The brush had grown up around it. Almost everyone had gone as far as the cross, but there they stopped.

Far too many have gotten to the cross and have known the des-pair and the heart break. Far too few have moved beyond the cross to find the real message of Easter. That is the message of the empty tomb. --Lavonn Brown, "The Other Half of the Rainbow"

I just had the pleasure of officiating a wedding for a lovely young couple. I worked with them weeks before their big day. There was counseling, planning, rehearsal, the dress, the tux, reception, so many details to work through…FOR WEEKS! Then in a 45-minute cere-mony, it was done. They were married and all the planning was done. What now?

Easter can be like a wedding celebration for Believers. We walk through Lent journeying along through Scripture together following our Saviors path; learning from His life, love, sacrifice, and resurrection. There is all the planning, self denial through the Lenten season for 40 days! (don’t you know) There is the special devotional readings, Easter celebrations, have a nice dinner, enjoy family…but what now?

Are we guilty of climbing the Hill of Calvary, then turning around and going right back down the exact same path we came?

Shouldn’t we be taking another path or maybe…just maybe, Christ is calling us to “Go Beyond the Cross”.

Easter will be different in my life this year. For the sake of Christ, I am going to strive to maintain the same sort of commitment, focus, sacrifice and service that I have committed to for the Lenten sea-son all year long. That can be my only response to such a radical love as Jesus’ love for me. He loves you that much too. If you have never known that love and want to experience a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, please feel free to call the Church, write me or email. I would be glad to talk to you and give you some information about how your life will NEVER be the same again-only better—a life filled with HOPE!

If you are already a Follower of Christ, won’t you join me? The Lord is calling His people to rise up. Will you be that Follower who “Goes Beyond the Cross” for Christ’s sake. What will you do when the “hoopla” is done? What now?

Serving THE RISEN SAVIOR—In His service and yours, Pastor Shelly A. Zook

OUR CORE VALUES

COMPASSION

FORGIVENESS

WISDOM

FAMILY

SPIRITUAL GROWTH

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF AMO…...Connections

THANK YOU NOTES….

“To all of you. Somehow, just saying “thank you” doesn’t seem like enough. But I hope you know how much your kindness has meant to us. Sincerely, The White, Polly, Henderson, Pringle, Porter & Harvey Fami-ly.” “Amo Baptist Church, Thank you so much for all the sweet gifts for Kynlie Mae Bruce. Everything was lovely and perfect for her! We appreciate it very much. She can’t wait to be a member of the church! Thank you again. Jessie & Kynlie Bruce” “God shows His love...through the warmth and kindness of special people like you. Thank you and God bless, Gene & Sue Copeland” “First Baptist Church of Amo and Pastor Zook, Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness in remembering Mother with the wind chime. Their music will bring to memory her love. May God Bless, The Ruark Family Thank you sincerely for sharing our sorrow. Your kind-ness is deeply appreciated and will always be remem-bered by the family of Dorothy Stringer.” CONGRATULATIONS TO….

Kynlie Mae Bruce was born to Jesse Bruce on February 26, 2015 at 11:48 a.m. Kynlie weighed 6 lbs. 3 oz. and was 19 inches long. Kynlie is the granddaughter of Mike & Sha-ron Bruce. Congrats to the entire family!! Welcome to the world Kynlie!

Chloe Marie Sapirman was born to Hannah Polly on February 21, 2015 at 10:17 a.m. Chloe weighted 6 lbs. 13 ozs. and was 19 1/4 inches long. Chloe is the granddaughter of Mark Polly. Congratulations!! Welcome Chloe!

BACKPACKS OF BLESSING PRAISE THE LORD! Our first backpacks filled with food went to Mill Creek West to help any child out who needs a little help getting through the weekend.

A lot of prayer, thought, research and conversation has taken place to acquire

a list of needs for the Backpack Ministry. Please adhere to the list very closely. There are food allergies to take into consider-ation. For example, food items should NOT contain pea-nuts. We are also making sure that items DO NOT need refrig-eration for a number or reasons. Some children may be sensi-tive to sugar intake and should have as little sugar as possible. For your convenience, beside each item listed I have provided for you the places that I found the items at the lower cost.

Fresh fruit is purchased on Thursday evening or Friday morning to assure the freshness of the products giv-en to the children. Financial contributions are welcome as well to purchase fresh fruit. We are in need of large totes to store the food in as well.

THANK YOU so much for your love and care for the children at Mill Creek West who need a little love, encourage-ment and nutrition. Please pray over the items you donate and for the families that will receive them.

In His service and yours, Pastor Shelly

Items needed:

Cereal-Honey Nut Cheerios (Dollar Tree)

Almond milk (vanilla flavored)-Kroger in juice aisle on the shelf. PLEASE DO NOT purchase the refrigerated Almond milk.

Vienna Sausages (Dollar Tree)

Microwavable Marconi and Cheese (Kroger or Walmart)

Chicken Salad snack packs (Kroger, Walmart or Dollar Tree)

Tuna salad snack packs (Kroger, Walmart or Dollar Tree)

Ham salad snack packs (Kroger or Walmart)

Microwavable soups (Kroger, Walmart or Dollar Tree)

HC 100% juice boxes (Kroger or Walmart)

Fruit cups (in natural juices only) (Kroger or Walmart)

Cups of applesauce (Kroger or Walmart)

Microwavable popcorn (Kroger or Walmart)

Welches fruit snacks (individual snack bags) (Kroger or Walmart)

Cereal bars (Kroger or Walmart)

Protein bars (Kroger or Walmart)

Cheese and cracker snacks (Kroger or Walmart)

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OUR CHURCH FAMILY NEWS (Continued)

PLEASE COLOR THE PICTURE BELOW

MISSIONS (Continued)

We will be taking the America for Christ Offering for 2015 during this month of April. As we journey through our commu-nity we see countless people in need of Jesus' love and healing touch. You may be wondering what difference can I make in addressing so many needs. Together we can make a difference by supporting American For Christ Offering.

The theme this year is "Discipleship: A Journey of Grace," based on Titus 2:11-13. This is a wonderful reminder that Jesus'

public ministry was all about connecting and caring for people in need. On each day of his journey, the compassion of Jesus was felt by someone somewhere. The America for Christ Offering 2015 re-minds us that when grace happens we receive not a nice comple-ment from God but a new heart. We receive a transformed life that becomes the hands, the feet and the prophetic voice of Jesus Christ in our own community and as we connect with people every day. We are encouraged by this year’s theme to come alongside people as they journey through life. You are asked to join in giving to this year's America for Christ Offering 2015 and helping us to reach our goal in support of a home mission that is making a real difference. John Porter, Mission Offering Coordinator

THANK YOU TO….

TAYLOR BOLLER! Taylor took it upon her-self to straighten and organize the book-shelves in our Junior Worship room. We appreciate your hard work and thoughtful deed, Taylor!

APRIL 2015

NON-PROFIT ORG.

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COMMUNITY COUNTS!!

GLEANERS MOBLE FOOD PANTRY

4:00—6:00 p.m.

April 1, 2015 June 3, 2015

SPAGHETTI DINNER Did our “Breakfast” fill you up? Are you still hungry? You know you can’t go too long without eating again. Well, how about this time we have a Dinner! The First Baptist Church of Amo is sponsoring a “Spaghetti Dinner” on Thursday, April 23, 2015, from 5—8 p.m. at the Amo Community Building. The dinner is free, but we will gladly accept any donations. This dinner is a fundraiser for our 150th year of Celebration in 2016. Dinner: Spaghetti & Meatballs or Meat Sauce, Lettuce Salad, Garlic Bread, Dessert and Drinks.

2015 Dates & Times

April 15 August 19 May 20- September 16 June 17 October 21 July 15 November 18 December 16

No ID required.

Bring your own bags/box.

3rd Wed Each

Month 3:00—

6:00 p.m.

EASTER EGG HUNT

Join us on Holy Saturday, April 4th

at the First Baptist Church at 10:30 AM

for the AMO EASTER EGG HUNT COME JOIN THE FUN!

Registration begins at 10 AM Ages: Infants to 12 years old.

Join us for lots of

candy-filled eggs

and special surprises!

BRING YOUR OWN BASKET

TUNA, CHICKEN, PET FOOD CANS Please wash out your tuna cans and save them for a craft pro-ject. Please bring your cans to church or leave them in a bag on the Parsonage porch. THANKS!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

COMMUNITY VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Week of June 22, 2015

Saturday, April 4, 2015

First Baptist Church of Amo

Please See Details Below

SUNDAY, APRIL 5, 2015

Join us as we CELEBRATE

the Risen Savior

8:00 a.m. SONrise Service Amo Hill

8:30 a.m. Breakfast 9:15 a.m. Sunday School

10:30 a.m. Worship

Saturday, April 11, 2015

Food Served 8—9 a.m.

Amo Shelter House

Help the Amo Fire Department Kick Off the Cascade

Youth League Ball Jamboree