OppOrtunities new MeMbers - August 18

We exist to help people know and accept Jesus Christ

and through Him experience life-changing relationships.

16333 Highway 1085 Covington, LA 70433

Phone: 985-892-2149 Fax: 985-892-3090

www.FbcCov.org

August 24-25, 2019

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH COVINGTON

SYMPATHY TO:

Dr. Waylon Bailey in the death of his mother and Anna Mizell in the death of her grandmother.The family of Ingrid Graham in her recent death.Cindy Shelton Messina in the death of her father.The family of Norma DeVorss in her recent death.

DEACONS IN MINISTRY

August 25-31, 2019

Jim Bishop 985-630-7984Mike Blossman 985-892-7893Cliff Anglin 985-635-1870

Dan Martin (S)Bishop CG

New Members since September 1, 2018 Baptism :107 Letter : 115 Statement :49

TOTAL : 271

SATURDAY, AUGUST 245:00 PM Connect Groups6:00 PM WorshipSUNDAY, AUGUST 258:00 AM Café/Bookstore Open8:15 AM Connect Groups9:00 AM Library Open9:30 AM Worship/Connect Groups11:00 AM Worship/Connect Groups5:00 PM Children's | Youth Choir5:00 PM ReFit® 6:00 PM Youth MONDAY, AUGUST 269:30 AM Women's Prayer Band 10:00 AM Sewing ServantsTUESDAY, AUGUST 276:30 AM Tuesday Men's Breakfast8:00 AM Men's Prayer Band7:00 PM Celebrate Recovery MinistriesWEDNESDAY, AUGUST 289:00 AM Women's Prayer Band5:00 PM Fellowship Supper5:30 PM Library Opens6:00 PM Orchestra6:30 PM Kids | Preschool6:30 PM Youth Worship 6:45 PM Equip Classes6:45 PM Pastors Bible Study6:45 PM Adult ChoirTHURSDAY, AUGUST 299:00 AM GriefShareSATURDAY, AUGUST 315:00 PM Connect Groups6:00 PM Worship

Scott (L) & Melody (L) Mercer

Soileau CGJoshua (L) 12thKelsie (B) 11thKaylan (B) 4th

Tickets available in the Bookstore

Looking for an easy yet Enormously impactful

place to serve & bless the children of FBC?

We need "shepherds" for a small

groups of children on Sunday mornings from

10:30 -11AM once a

month prior to the

start of our

worship service?

We gather together

in KIDS WORSHIP

and all the activities/

resources you need would be

prepared in advance and ready for you !

We are also looking for people to sing/lead praise &

worship , provide technical help with sound equipment,

& serve in the children's drama skit. We welcome

older youth & "Young at Heart" age to serve!

Please reach out to Cindy Rush at

crush@fbccov.org

for more information OR to sign up!

Daniel (S) & Cally (S) Netterville

Congregational MeetingSunday, September 8

6:00 PM in Central Hall

Kilynn Englehardt (B)

9th grade CG

Sunday, September 8 8:00AM - 12:30PM

Outside the West Entrance

Benefiting ourConnect Group member

Emeric Markovits

Arlinda Symons (L)

Todd (S) & Bonnie (S) Jaeger Donald CG

Chad (B) & Cristina (B) Triche

Connor (B) 3rd grade

Cole

Stephen (S) & Sarah (S) Stogner

Boren CG

Stephen (B) & Silvia (B) LaFontaine

Nicole Theidel (B)Cochran CG

Selina Brouillette (L)

Angelina Coupel (B)

Randi A. Nunez (B)

WGNO 26, an ABC affiliate, airs FBC sermons at 10:00 AM each Sunday. Channel 7 on Charter/707 HD Channel 11 on Cox Cable/1011 HD Channel 11 on AT&T U-verse Channel 26 on Direct TV Channel 26 over the air

CELEBRATE RECOVERY MINISTRY

EVERY TUESDAY NIGHT from 7:00–9:00 PM CELEBRATE RECOVERY is a Christ-centered, 12 step recovery program for anyone struggling with hurt, pain or addiction of any kind. Celebrate Recovery is a safe place to find community and freedom from the issues that are controlling our life. ADULTS meet in the Central Hall. STUDENTS in 6th–12th Grade - THE LANDING meets in the East Assembly Room. This ministry helps teens deal with the daily pressures of life by equipping them with tools to deal with those pressures. CHILDREN | K-5th Graders - CELEBRATION STATION meets in Kids Hall Room C212.While adults explore topics that bring healing and wholeness, kids discover the same truths in age-appropriate ways. It has everything you need to lead kids as they make Jesus the enduring, rock-solid foundation of their lives.

For more information about this ministry or to serve, contact Pastor Jay Johnston at jjohnston@fbccov.org or call him at 892-2149. Confidentiality is respected in all these ministries.

WNOL Televison airs FBC sermons 7:00 AM every Wednesday.

Channel 3 on Charter/703 HD Channel 13 on Cox Cable/ 1013 HD Channel 13/1013 on AT&T U-verse Channel 38 on Direct TV Channel 38 over the air

TV MINISTRY

SINGLE ADULT MINISTRY

9AM FELLOWSHIP AND PRAYER – All are invited to start their Sundays with fellowship and prayer at 9AM in the Single Mom’s Con-nect Group Room U502. Topics of prayer will be prompted by the Holy Spirit and guided by our prayer request lists and/ or church/community/world events. For more information, see John Self.AUGUST 25 - CHILI’S GRILL, 150 Pinnacle Pkwy, Covington For more information, please contact Robbi Hammett at 985-730-3006REFIT®!, A Christ centered cardio workout to strengthen your heart and your soul! 5PM on Sunday afternoons at FBC. Class is free and open to all women. Bring a friend. For more information, contact Lori Lewis at 985-705-4750.Young Professionals VOLLEYBALL GAME - come play some volleyball and fellowshipat the volleyball court. Bring some water and a friend. Every Thursday (weather permitting) @ 6:30. Contact John Self at 985-517-2852 for more information.

ADULT IMPACT MINISTRY (55 & BEYOND)

YOUNG AT HEART LUNCHEON ~ TUESDAY, SEPT 17 ~ 10:30 AM ~ COST: $10 ~ FELLOWSHIP HALL Come hear nationally known string trio/singers THE FOTO SISTERS. You will not want to miss this inspirational, musical program. Please makereservations online at FbcCov.org/events, in your Connect Group or by calling the church office before noon on Friday, September 13.BLUE ANGELS HOMECOMING ~ NOVEMBER 8-9 ~ COST: $155 - $185 No matter how many times you see them, it’s always exciting to see the famous Blue Angels perform so, don’t miss this two-day unforgettable opportunity! The show at the Pensacola Naval Air Station includes the Blue Angels, acrobatic flying teams, helicopter acrobatics, Navy Seal sky divers, a jet powered truck, and more. It’s a full-fledged air show! We will have dinner as we watch the show from our private seating in the Flight Line Club. Get details online at https://fbccov.org/events and register at a Young at Heart beginning September 17 or online beginning September 23. Don’t delay, dead-line to register is October 21. OHIO AMISH COUNTRY TRIP ~ MAY 11-17 ~ COST: varies A local tour guide will help us experience the Amish people and their culture up close and personal on this seven day trip. We will have meals in three different Amish homes, take a buggy ride, ride the beautiful back roads, and much more. Our first night ends in Nashville at the Best Western, Opry Land and the next day we will experience a cruise on the Cumberland River with dinner and entertainment aboard the largest paddle wheel boat in the country, The Andrew Jackson. Get all the details online at https://fbccov.org/events.

PASTORAL TEAM

Waylon Bailey, Th. D., Senior Pastor wbailey@fbccov.org

Jay Johnston, D. Min., Associate Pastor jj ohnston@fbccov.org Clif Smith, Education csmith@fbccov.org David Rockett, Adults 55+/Congregational Care drockett@fbccov.org Glynn Robinson, Missions/Evangelism grobinson@fbccov.org Bill Boren, D. Min., Family Life bboren@fbccov.org Chris Kroll, Students ckroll@fbccov.org Aaron Beasley, Student Associate abeasley@fbccov.org Josh Jordan, College /Young Families jjordan@fbccov.org Maggie Fredericks, Kids/Special Friends mfredericks@fbccov.org Ashley Roberts, Kids Associate aroberts@fbccov.org Cindy Rush, Kids Worship Associate crush@fbccov.org Darlene Drivon, Preschool ddrivon@fbccov.org David Logan, Minister of Music dlogan@fbccov.org

First Baptist ChurchCovington

2019 SHORT- TERM MISSION TRIPS

MEDELLIN, COLOMBIA - October 19-27. Teaching conversational English, community outreach projects PRAGUE, CZECH REPUBLIC - August 31 - September 7. Servant Evangelism. BELARUS - September 18-27. Personal evangelism, encouraging local Christians. INDIA - November. Partnering with a local Baptist church in Vacation Bible School

and Bible education for adults. ATLANTA, GA - Thanksgiving Week. Serving in an Operation Christmas Child

distribution center. UGANDA - January 1-11, 2020. For more information visit our website or contact

Glynn Robinson at grobinson@fbccov.org

To Covington with Love is a local mission strategy ofFBC Covington with a multi-faceted approach to reach outside the walls of the church to share the love of Jesus. As people identify needs and passions, we will work with them to support the efforts we believe will be organicmovements of God. If you are interested in serving or learning more, go to the “To Covington With Love” website tocovingtonwithlove.com and sign-up so we can communicate with you about your specific interest. Covington Elementary School has a list of current high priority needs. This includes some specific school supplies that are detailed on our website - fbcccov.org.

ASCEND STUDENT MINISTRY (7th - 12th Grade)

Look Higher. Live Higher.

FALL RETREATS ~ Sign up online at fbcascend.org • Jr. High - September 6-7 -- Camp Living Water, Loranger, LA - $80/

Individual, $70/Multi-student • High School - October 4-6 --Lion King Retreat, Amite, LA - $90/Individual, $70/

Multi-student

SEWING SERVANTS MONTHLY MEETING - AUGUST 26

10:00AM - 2:00PM - ROC 101 First BIRTHDAY Celebration Pot Lunch at 12 noon!!Join us to sew and make items to support local and foreign missions. Please bring your sewing machine, and if you don’t know how to sew, no problem! We also need help cut-ting, measuring, ironing, making craft projects and other tasks. Donations are needed for projects and may be dropped off at the West Entrance. Contact Barbara Kellar at 985-630-3812 or Gwen Gole at 985-630-9230 for more info and a complete list of items needed.

ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE MINISTRY

We are beginning an English as a second language ministry (ESL) to teach English to the Hispanic community. An ESL ministry can be vital in teaching the skills necessary for functioning effectively in our community, providing economic advancement, and improv-ing lives. It is also a ministry of service and evangelistic outreach. It can be one of the best ways to demonstrate and share God's love with others and to introduce the gospel of Jesus Christ.This will begin on Sunday, September 8 at 5:00 PM in Room W412. Duncan Young, a member of our church, will be coordinating this ministry with the support of Pastor Jay Johnston. No special qualifications are required - just a desire to help change lives through teaching and ministry. Please email Pastor Jay Johnston for more info.

NEW CONNECT GROUP OPPORTUNITIES

Bill Boren is leading a group for 40's + in Room W415 at 9:30 AM. Glynn Robinson is leading a group for 20's & 30's in Room E306 at 11:00 AM.

We need a few people to give a once-a-month commitment to help in this rewarding ministry. If you are interested contact Maggie Fredericks at mfredericks@fbccov.org

SPECIAL FRIENDS MINISTRY NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

Sundays at 9:30AM

MATH TUTORING Tutoring for high school or college algebra, geometry and trigonometry is offered on Wednesday nights at 6:15 in Room E311 by appointment only. There is a need for someone to tutor Differential Equations. Contact Sonny Warren 985-542-6884 to schedule a time or to volunteer.

HOT TOPICS Beginning SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 - OCTOBER 27

• Jason West (9:30) E309 ~ The Five Love Languages - Marriage Enrichment Study Come discover your personal love language (how you receive love) and also under- stand the love language of your spouse. In this 8 week study we will help you develop oneness in your marriage!• Rob Hatley (9:30) E311 ~ Gifts From God - Encouragement and Hope for Parents Am I doing this right? It’s a question we’ve all asked as parents. Join us in an 8 week journey of encouragement and tips from leaders who have walked the road you are on by the grace of God. • Barry Haindel (11:00) W408 ~ New to the faith? Just getting started in reading your

Bible or wanting to start, but don't know where to begin? Join us for this 8-week class. Barry is a prolific disciple maker who loves the Lord and has dedicated his life to seeing people come to know Christ personally and then beginning their new walk with the Lord on solid ground. Join us and bring a friend!

KIDS MINISTRY (K - 6th Graders)

Discipleship . . . It’s not just for adults. B.L.A.S.T. (Biblical Learning and Spiritual Training) is a discipleship program for Kindergarten through 6th grade children that partners with parents in building a spiritual foundation in their child’s life.We meet every Wednesday from 6:30-7:45PM on the 2nd floor of the Preschool/Kids Ministry building. Kids can earn Bible Bucks for bringing their Bible, wearing their B.L.A.S.T. t-shirt (available now for $10), participating in Theme Nights, bringing a friend, and for memorizing the books of the Bible, Bible verses, key passages, and the plan of salvation. Volunteers make Ministry HAPPEN – We are in need of activity room teachers, assistants, and hall monitors to help B.L.A.S.T. run safely and effectively for our kids. Please contact Maggie Fredericks at mfredericks@fbccov.org or Ashley Roberts at aroberts@fbccov.org if interested.

OPEN TABLE is a To Covington with Love initiative for our church to serve a foster child or biological family with kids in foster care by providing 10-12 people to serve on a “Table” in a mentor role. An Informational Meeting will be held after church on Sunday, September 15 in the Hospitality Room.

Contact Josh Jordan at jjordan@fbccov.org if you have any questions.