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ESSENGERVol. LII, No. 15 April 7, 2011 Mobile, Alabama

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The minister on call for emergencies this weekend is Michael Sherman. You can reach

the digital pager by calling 463-4350.

THE MESSENGER, (UPS 512-220), IS PUBLISHED WEEKLY, (WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE CHRISTMAS WEEK).POSTMASTER: SEND ADDRESS CHANGES TO SPRING HILL BAPTIST CHURCH, 2 SOUTH MCGREGOR AVE.MOBILE, ALABAMA 36608PERIODICAL, POSTAGE PAIDMOBILE, ALABAMA

Administrative Office 342-5320Paul Sands, Ph.D. ..................................PastorTerry Richey ........ Pastoral Care/AdministratorRandy Grim .......................... Minister of MusicBill Taylor ...................... Asst. Minister of MusicTom Carter .................Minister to Senior AdultsDebbie Rice ...... Children’s Music CoordinatorMissy Powell ..........................................Pianist

Education Office 342-5349 Ben Purvis .........................Minister to StudentsMax Woodruff ..............Minister to Single AgainCarole Hegwood ........Interim Minister to ChildrenMichael Sherman .... Interim Minister of EducationLyles Tuttle ..........................Media Coordinator

Activities Center 342-5375Bobby Butler ......Minister of Recreation/Sports

Weekday Preschool Education Office 342-6044

Extended Session for week of April 10

Preschool A: Adam & Miranda Townsend, Russell & Rosina Connelly

Preschool B: David & Melissa Stowers, Adair Hagood, Mary Clair Hagood

Preschool C: Trey & Sullins Walls

National Goal: $61 MillionOur Goal: $24,000

Prayerfully consider how you will share His message. Are you willing to pray,

give and tell others?

A worshiping family of believers in Jesus Christ committed to understanding, living and sharing His message.

April 3, 2011 STEWARDSHIP

Budget Receipts ............... 68,088.14

Restricted Giving ................ 5,557.00

Annie Armstrong Offering ...... 804.00

Total .................................. 74,449.14

Needs to Date ................. 854,716.66

Given to Date .................. 855,564.47

ANNIE ARMSTRONG OFFERING

Goal .................................. 24,000.00

Given to Date .................... 19,294.21

NEW MEMBERSMarch 27 & April 3, 2011

BY LETTER/STATEMENT:Jeri Arendall Riis1012 Bristol Ct., Mobile, Al 36608

BAPTIZED:Anna Caroline Martin

Sunday School Attendance at SHBC on April 3, 2011

Adults .........................................416Young Adults ................................81College ........................................11Youth ...........................................65Preteen ........................................21Children .......................................45Preschool .....................................78Sub-total ....................................717

OFF CAMPUS CLASSESGordon Oaks ...............................25GRAND TOTAL .........................742

Were We There?

Were We There?

Maundy Thursday Service Observance of the lord’s supper

April 21, 2011—7:00 p.m.

Maundy Thursday Service and

Observance of the Lord’s Supper

April 21, 2011 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 24 Easter Services 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. in the Sanctuary

Sunday School at 9:30 a.m.

IN OUR PRAYERS

SYMPATHY TO:Carol Williams and family in the death of her father, Tyson Lewis, on March 26 in Birmingham.

Lee Roe and family in the death of his father, Lee W. Roe, on March 28.

Mark Your Calendar! Coming May 22, 2011

– Parent/Child DedicationIf interested please call Edie

in the Education Office, 342-5349.

I recently finished reading Basic Christian: The Inside Story of John Stott. Aside from Billy Graham, probably no Christian leader in modern times has had a greater impact on world Christianity than John Stott. For many years the pastor of the renowned All Souls Church in London, Stott is an Anglican priest, the author of at least 27 books, and a key architect of the 20th century evangelical movement. Later this month, he turns 90.

Throughout his ministry, John Stott has called “the whole church to take the whole gospel to the whole world.” What most impressed me about Stott, however, was not the breadth of his vision but his single-minded focus on the specific tasks to which God called him. As a prominent leader, he was always being asked to participate in this

Staying Focusedor that worthy cause. But Stott refused to let anything deflect him from his own proper ministry. As a result, he said “no” far more often than he said “yes.” It was for the best. By keeping his focus narrow, he accomplished much.

We’d all do well to follow John Stott’s example. May we share his passion to see “the whole church take the whole gospel to the whole world.” But may we also focus on our own proper ministry, saying no to every “good” thing that keeps us from doing the specific thing to which God has called us.

In Christ’s service,Paul

Come With M.A.G.I.C.

Weekly CalendarSecret Church: Crucifixion, Salvation and the Glory of God

6 p.m. - midnightJoin us on Good Friday, April 22, for a live streaming video broadcast of David Platt, author of Radical and Pastor of the Church at Brook Hills in Birmingham, AL, as he leads an intense time of Bible study--lasting approximately 6 hours – and a time of prayer for our persecuted brothers and sisters across the globe. The goal of Secret Church is for participants to identify with and pray for these persecuted brothers and sisters. A $10 donation per person covers the cost of the video feed and your dinner. Additionally, an offering will be taken, the proceeds of which will directly support persecuted Christians worldwide through ongoing ministry opportunities and teaching materials. We need an accurate count of who will be coming, so please contact the Education Office immediately to sign up.

WMU RoundtableBook Club

Tuesday, April 12 10:00 a.m.

Activities Center Fireside roomBook Review:

Compelled By Loveby Ed Stetzer and Philip Nation

Reviewed by Loretta Lundy

Join us for a fun and rewarding meeting, together learning more

about missions.

Monday, April 18 through Wednesday, April 20 Natchitoches Here We Come! Only a couple more spaces available.

Louisiana’s oldest town. Setting of “Steel Magnolias”. Cane River Plantation Country. The Ole Mercantile. Pick up a brochure in the Education Office.

Thursday, May 19, 8:30 a.m. National Museum of Naval Aviation in Pensacola. Guided tour of museum and lunch at “The Fish House.”

Cost is a donation for the tour and your lunch.

Thursday, June 9, 8:00 a.m. Dolphin Cruise and lunch at Tacky Jacks in Orange Beach. Cost is $45.00.

Thursday, July 14, 12:00 noon in Activities Center Book Signing by Col. Glenn Frazier,

a survivor of the Bataan Death March and author of “Hell’s Guest.” Covered dish luncheon followed by talk by Col. Frazier and the book signing. Bring a covered dish.

Saturday, August 13, 3:00 p.m. “Elvis - The Early Years”

Alabama Shakespeare Festival with dinner at Jason’s Deli. Cost, which includes ticket, dinner and gas is $65.00. Space is limited for this trip, so make your reservations early.

Make your reservations for the above trips by calling the Education Office, 342-5349 or Olna at home, 476-6812.

SAVE THE DATE: September 12 - Canadian Maritimes. Make your reservations soon!

November 28 - Gaylord Opryland Resort. Pick up a brochure in the Education Office.

The Spring Hill Baptist Foundation is now accepting applications for scholarships. Please note the grants will be limited to the specific scholarship funds that have been established and described below. Also a student’s financial need will be considered.Application forms are available in the Administrative and Education offices and are to be returned to Spring Hill Baptist Church by May 13, 2011. Due to limited funding, these awards may vary annually, and are renewable only by application each year.Anna Crump Cuevas Scholarship - Limited to medical related fields (preferable nursing).Chamblee Scholarship - Limited to seminary students.Condit Scholarship - Limited to students who attend the University of Mobile.Dell McGough Scholarship - Limited to students who have participated in Spring Hill Singers.Easterling-Ison Scholarships - General scholarship grants based upon need and funding available.Hughes Scholarship - Limited to Engineering or Human Environmental Science students at the University of Alabama.John Compton Scholarship - Limited to students attending the University of South Alabama and not restricted to but giving preference to students in the fields of music, missions or ministry.Staff Dependents Scholarship - Limited to dependents of called church staff members with five or more years of service.Stella Drummond Scholarship - Preference to students preparing for service either in ministry or business related fields.Well Scholarship - Limited to seminary students.

Spring Hill Baptist Foundation Scholarships

Summer is for M.A.G.I.C.!

Willie Mae Lyon ScholarshipsThe Associational WMU is receiving applications for the Willie Mae Lyon Scholarships to the University of Mobile. Scholarships will be awarded in the amount of approximately $500. You may pick up the application forms at the office of the Mobile Baptist Association: 616 Azalea Road. Send the completed application with transcripts to the WMU Scholarship Committee Chair: Sue Williams, 4256 Vega Drive, Mobile, Alabama 36693. Any young woman who is a high school graduate or graduating senior is eligible for this scholarship. Previous recipients of the scholarship may reapply. Deadline for applications is April 29, 2011.

Children’s Ministry is on the move. Make plans to be a part!April 9 ............. Egg Hunt on the Hill 9 AM.April 17 ............ Butterfly Garden will be set up in the area near the fountain. April 24 ........... Children should bring a flower to add to the flower cross during Sunday School. Butterfly Release: We will release the butterflies at the end of Sunday School. May 18 ............. Last night for Music and Missions. June 6 - 10 ....... VBS - Pandamonium - This is for children who have completed K4 - 6th grade. June 15 - 17 ..... Camp Wazi - This is for children who have completed K5 - 3rd grade. June 21 - 25 ..... Lake Forrest Ranch Camp - This is for children who have completed 4th - 6th grade. More details about each of these events will be coming out soon! Contact Carole at chegwood@shbc.cc if you have any questions.

Sunday, April 10 9:30 a.m. .............................................................. Sunday School10:45 a.m. ............................................................ Worship Service2:00 p.m. ........................................... JHS Final Dress Rehearsal4:00 p.m. ..................................................... SHS Rehearsal (AC)5:00 p.m. ....................................................................Life Groups ..................................................... Financial Peace (F-205)5:00 p.m. ...................................... Bible Skills and Thrills (D-104)5:00 p.m. ........................................................ College Night (AC)5:30 p.m. .......................................................JHS Dinner Theatre6:30 p.m. ..................................................... Reflection RehearsalMonday, April 119:00 a.m. ..................................................................ZUMBA (AC)10:00 a.m. ...................................Gayle Ferrill SS Class Mtg. (AC)4:00 p.m. ................................................... Impact Volleyball (AC)5:30 p.m. ..................................................................ZUMBA (AC)6:00 p.m. ................................................ Ladies Bible Study (AC)6:30 p.m. ..........................................Revelation Bible Study (AC)Tuesday, April 12 10:00 a.m. ........................................ Round Table Book Club (AC)5:30 p.m. ..................................................................ZUMBA (AC)6:45 p.m. ............................................... Finance Committee Mtg. 7:45 p.m. ................................................................Deacon’s Mtg.Wednesday, April 139:00 a.m. ..................................................................ZUMBA (AC)9:00 a.m. ............................................... Chancel Bells Rehearsal9:30 a.m. .......................................Side by Side Bible Study (AC)11:00 a.m. ......................................................... ZUMBA Gold (AC)4:45 p.m. .................................................................. Supper (DH)5:00 p.m. ................................................Prayer Ministry (Chapel)5:00 p.m. .......................................... Young Musicians Handbells5:30 p.m. ......................................................... Music for Children5:45 p.m. ...................................................................DRS (H201)6:00 p.m. .................................................................... WOW (AC)6:15 p.m. .....................................Prayer Mtg. & Bible Study (DH)6:15 p.m. .....................................................Missions for Children6:15 p.m. ......................................................Psalmists Rehearsal6:15 p.m. ......................................... Ladies Ensemble Rehearsal7:00 p.m. ........................................... Sanctuary Choir RehearsalThursday, April 149:15 a.m. ................................................ Ladies Bible Study (AC)5:30 p.m. ..................................................................ZUMBA (AC)6:00 p.m. .................... Power of A Praying Wife Bible Study (AC)6:30 p.m. ................................................. Men’s Bible Study (AC)Friday, April 159:00 a.m. ..................................................................ZUMBA (AC)6:00 p.m. .....................................Africa Mission Group Mtg. (AC)Saturday, April 169:15 a.m. ..................................................................ZUMBA (AC)