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WEEK ENDING JUN 5, 2011Donations Received $16,909TOTAL RECEIVED $25,884,234
Weekly SummaryATTENDANCE FOR JUN 5, 2011Sunday Bible Study 3,811Mission Bible Study 919Weekday Bible Study 268Total Bible Study 4,998Wednesday MidLink 204GIVING, WEEK ENDING JUN 5, 2011Tithes & O� erings $392,235Weekly Requirements $315,839Over/(Under) $76,396Designated Gifts $63,037Over/(Under) for Jun $76,396Over/(Under) Fiscal YTD $403,322
MAY 31-Aug 19Daycation: Summer Day Camp (K-8th Graders)
JUNE20-24 Vacation Bible School (K-5th Graders)22 Activities & Dinner (HUB)27 Schlitterbahn Trip (HUB)29 A Midsummer Night’s Thing (all ages)30-Jul 2 3rd Grade Getaway
JULY6 Amazing Race Night (HUB)9 1st & 2nd Grade Family Fun Day10-14 HOUSTON PROJECT18-22 Summer Week of Choir (K-5th Graders)20 RUSH Week Rally & Prayer (HUB)23-30 RUSH Week (7th-12th Graders)29 Family Mission Trip (1st-5th Graders & their families)
Kids and parents, visit HoustonsFirst.org/Summer2011 to learn more or sign up for the following!
How Can We Help?PrayerWe will pray for these requests for two weeks unless noti� ed or updated. Feel free to leave requests on our 24-hour prayer line at 713.335.6456 or HoustonsFirst.org.
Add this request to the church’s public prayer database.
Pastoral CareAre you experiencing grief, loneliness, illness, job loss or other life di� culties? The Pastoral Care Ministry provides free and con� den-tial help through the Stephen Ministry. Call 713.957.6762 for assistance, or indicate your interests below: I would like a Stephen Minister to call me. I am interested in serving as a Stephen Minister.
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Births» Harlie (Sta� ) and Liz Raethel in the birth of their son, Tra� ord Isaac Raethel» Jake and Caroline Traylor in the birth of their daughter, Valerie Joy Traylor; Sisters: Natalie and Kate Traylor» Randy and Brooke Keeney in the birth of their daughter, Anna Claire Keeney; Sister: Abigail Keeney
Sympathies» Lee and Lisa Colley in the death of her father» Jim and Sue Caldwell in the death of her sister-in-law, Evalyn Hardey; James and wife, Leslie, and Jordan Robert Caldwell in the death of their aunt » Monica Dugie in the death of her husband, Michael Dugie
Decisions Jun 5, 2011 SALVATION IN CHRISTJulia GiordanoFOR BAPTISMAustin Alvarez Donald MaysSarah Alvarez Marie MaysKelley Jett Je� SchaeferMandy Kolkhorst Janie StrattonBryan Koslan BAPTIZEDErica Martinez Braden MurrayFROM OTHER FELLOWSHIPSSterling Bradford Tyler JettValerie Castio Mandy SuarezEmily Hodges Tymo TeangCristy Jennings Elizabeth WolfordTom Jennings
the big city, they’ll learn how to step out in faith and connect with Jesus. “Travel itinerary” includes Bible study, crafts, missions, music, recreation, and snacks. COST Free! REGISTER HoustonsFirst.org/VBS. CONTACT [email protected], 713.957.7621.
3RD GRADE GETAWAYJun 30-Jul 2 – Trinity Pines Conference CenterAll children who just completed 3rd grade are invited to a weekend of swimming, zip lining, rock wall climbing, crazy camp games, worship and more! COST $125. REGISTER HoustonsFirst.org/3rdGradeGetaway. CONTACT [email protected], 713.957.7622.
HUB Student MinistrySUMMER RUSHEvery Wed @ 6:30-8:30p – Houston’s FirstHey students—there’s no excuse for being bored this summer! Gather on Wed nights for food and fun with other students! This Wed, Jun 15, Middle School students will compete in Laser Tag while High School students jump on a bus and go out to dinner at a location determined by the throw of a dart! COST $15 includes activity and food. CONTACT [email protected], 713.957.7631.
WorshipSUMMER WEEK OF CHOIRJul 18-22 @ 9a-3p – Houston’s FirstRegistration is open for Summer Week of Choir! At SWOC, children will sing, play, and learn about God and wrap it up with a performance Friday evening showcasing all they’ve learned! Space is limited! FOR Completed Kindergarten-5th grade. COST $75 per child. REGISTER at HoustonsFirst.org/SWOC. CONTACT [email protected], 713.957.5887.
Dear ChurchFamily & Guests,Today, I’m at the Pastor’s Conference at the Southern Baptist Convention’s Annual Meeting in Phoenix. I’m honored to be speaking along with great men like Afshin Ziafat, Louie Giglio, John Piper, Rick Warren and others. The sessions will be webcast live,
and I’m scheduled to speak on Monday morning. Visit HoustonsFirst.org for a link to the conference’s website.While I’m away, I’ve invited Richard Ross to return as our guest speaker. Richard is husband to LaJuana, who has joined him in a lifetime of loving teenagers. They are parents of college student Clayton. Richard served as youth minister for thirty years and now is a volunteer with teenagers and parents at Wedgwood Baptist in Fort Worth. Richard is professor to the next generation of youth ministers at Southwestern Seminary in Fort Worth. Since its inception, Richard has served as the spokesperson for the international True Love Waits movement.Please give Richard a warm welcome to Houston’s First. If you have any questions about our church or getting to know Jesus Christ, come forward at the end of the worship service or visit the Connection Center. Sta� members and volunteers would love to hear your questions, provide answers and talk about whatever is on your heart.In Him,
Women’s MinistrySUMMER LOVIN’Wed, Jun 15 @ 9:30-11:30a – Fellowship CenterWomen of all generations will enjoy small group discussions about “Lovin’ His Word” (Nancy Taylor) with worship led by Ryan Langford. REGISTER for the session and childcare at HoustonsFirst.org/Women. CONTACT [email protected], 713.957.7642.
NO OTHER GODSEvery Tue, Jun 14-Aug 16 @ 9:30-11:30a – Rm 249Tired of just putting a bandage on the things in life that seem to pull you down? Join Becky Kiser as she leads women through the book No Other Gods: Confronting our Modern Day Idol by Kelly Minter. Sessions include large and small discussions, and childcare is available by registration. No class on Jun 21 or Jul 5. VISIT HoustonsFirst.org/Women. CONTACT [email protected], 713.957.7642.
ChurchwideHOUSTON PROJECT TRAININGToday @ 2p – Various roomsHouston Project is a missionary journey to our city that takes place Jul 10-14 as Houston’s First members share the love of Christ in locations across Houston. The � rst training session for volunteers is today at 2p in various rooms throughout the building.
• Faith Center – Oasis Rm• Allen Parkway Village – Fellowship Center A/B • Kelly Village – Rm 366 • Iglesia Del Redentor – Rm 251 • Nottingham Park – Harbor Rm• Third Ward – Rm 363
• North Central – Rm 259 • Grace Christian Fellowship – Gym (SW corner) • Royal Pines – Fellowship Center C/D • Los Arcos – Gym (SE corner) • Gulfton – Rm 364 • Park Temple – Craft Rm (270) • Downtown – Gym (NW corner)
COST before Jun 13: $30 adults; $20 single parents & college students; free for kids under 18. REGISTER at HoustonsFirst.org/HoustonProject, in the Missions O� ce, or in the Welcome Center today. CONTACT [email protected], 713.335.6451.
Fitness & RecreationBLOOD DRIVEToday @ 8a-2p – Outside Fit & Rec CenterThe Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center will host a blood drive located outside the Fitness & Rec Center (CLC) entrance. Give the gift of life and donate blood today! CONTACT [email protected], 713.957.6701.
VolunteeringVisit HoustonsFirst.org/Volunteer for details about the following opportunities and nearly 100 ways you can serve His Kingdom:
• Faith Center Computer Ministry (The Faith Center) CONTACT [email protected]
• Heart 2 Heart Team (Preschool & Kindergarten) CONTACT [email protected]
• Jail/Prison Ministry Team (Local Missions) CONTACT [email protected]
• Flair Decorating Team (Women’s Ministry) CONTACT [email protected]
• Lord’s Supper Preparation Team (Adult II) CONTACT [email protected]
• Creative Arts Team (Production) CONTACT [email protected]
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ChurchwideSUNDAY BIBLE STUDIESGo deeper into God’s Word in Sunday Bible studies, and experience community along the way. Stop by the Welcome Center for help � nding a Bible study that’s right for you, or visit HoustonsFirst.org/BibleStudies and explore the options on your own. Here’s some to consider: • Dawn Breakers @ 8:20a – Craft Rm (270)
For single adults ages 40-60• His Word @ 8:20a – Fellowship Ctr A/B For adults ages 65-75• As One @ 9:30a – Rm 331 For couples married 2-10 years• Ignite @ 10:45a – Bowling Alley For single adults ages 20-39
HIGHPOINT BIBLE STUDYWed, Jun 15 @ 11:30a – 1010 Lamar (lower level)Executive Pastor David Self will speak at this week’s down-town Bible study. Lunch begins at 11:30a for $8 and Bible study takes place from 12:10-12:40p. CONTACT [email protected], 713.957.6781.
HUB Student MinistryRUSH GROUPSEvery Thu thru Aug 4 @ 2-4p – Student Ministry Area Middle School and High School students—looking for some-thing to do during the hot afternoons this summer? Gather each Thu in the cool A/C with our even cooler summer interns to connect, grow in God’s Word and just have a great time. (No gathering on Jul 28 due to Rush Week.) CONTACT [email protected], 713.957.7631.
Latest News & UpdatesMAKE IT YOUR CHURCH ORIENTATIONWhether you’ve recently joined or just visited Houston’s First, come learn what it means to be a part of a relevant biblical community today. Meet sta� members over lunch at 12:30p (Fellowship Center) or light snacks at 4p (Rm 145). CONTACT [email protected], 713.335.6453.
SCHOOL OF FINE ARTSRegistration for the SoFA Fall 2011 semester has begun! Lessons are available for piano, voice, guitar, percussion, photography, dance, and
more. Plus, register in the month of June, and the $25 registration fee will be waived. VISIT HoustonsFirst.org/SoFA for details and to register. CONTACT Nancy Pollard, 713.957.5889, [email protected].
ChurchwideA MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S THINGWed, Jun 29 @ 6:30-8:15p – Houston’s FirstReconnect with your church family this summer and have some plain ol’ fun! There’s something for every member of the family that night—from preschoolers through adults —and dinner is available, too, from 4:45-6:15p. COST Free to attend. Gourmet burgers for adults $6, sliders for kids $4. VISIT HoustonsFirst.org/MidsummerNight.
ChildrenVACATION BIBLE SCHOOLJun 20-24 @ 9a-12:30p – Houston’s FirstChildren entering Kindergarten – completed 5th grade are headed on a Big Apple Adventure! As kids explore
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