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News + UPDATES c o n t i n u e d Weekly Guide
When Houston’s First gathers on Sundays, we worship our Heavenly Father in more than one
way. Each worship service has its own sound and feel — whether in the morning or evening, the
Chapel or Worship Center, At the Loop or Downtown. Today, that diversity is extended further with
guest speakers at each of our venues. Let these differences remind us of and connect us with the
greater diversity within the Body of Christ. Believers around the globe gather today to worship
Him with multiple languages, in different settings and with varying degrees of freedom. No mat-
ter how it is expressed, may we worship Him always “in spirit and truth.” (John 4:24)
In Him,
Life Bible StudiesWednesday nights at Houston’s first
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Visit the Welcome Center for help finding a Life Bible Study, or visit HoustonsFirst.org/BibleStudies. Here are some to consider:
• Titus 2: Women Encouraging Women @ 8a, Rm 261, women all ages• Catacombs @ 10:45a, Rm 143, adults ages 64+• Oikos @ 10:45a, Harbor Rm, young married/single adults• Living Stones @ 4:15p, Rm 405, couples married 1-3 years
Wed, May 2 @ 11:30a – 1010 Lamar (tunnel level)Executive Pastor David Self speaks at this week’s Downtown Bible study at the location of our Downtown Campus. Lunch begins at 11:30a for $8, and Bible study takes place from 12:10-12:40p.
HoustonsFirst.org/HighPoint
Highpoint Bible Study
MilestonesEssential classes and events offered throughout the semester on Wednesdays (and other days). Visit HoustonsFirst.org/Milestones for full schedule.
CHURCHWIDE4:45-6:30pMidLink Café – Fellowship Center7-8pThe Link – Bible Study with Larry Lilley – Garden Rm
WORSHIP / MUSIC7-8:30pSingers – Rm 337 (Studio)Choir – Rehearsal HallOrchestra – Worship Center (by audition)
PRESCHOOL6-7pWee Praise (Babies-1s) – Preschool SuiteW.O.W. – Worship Our Way Choir (2s & 3s) – Preschool SuiteHigh 5 Choir (4s & 5s) – Clubhouse (Rm 303)7-8pMission Friends (Birth-Kindergarten) – Preschool Suite
CHILDREN6-7pHigh 5 Choir (1st-5th grade) – Loft (Rm 301)7-8:30pBreakout (1st-5th grade) – Fitness & Rec Center (Gym)
STUDENTS6:30-8pWired (Middle School) – Rm 3647-8:30pAmp (High School) – Rm 363
Men: PraySat, May 5 @ 8-10a – Downtown Campus (1010 Lamar)Men of all ages are invited to a special gathering at our Downtown Campus. After a time of prayer on the tunnel level, we’ll go prayer-walking on the streets of Downtown. Free continental breakfast provided.
HoustonsFirst.org/MenPray
News + UPDATES TWEET OF THE WEEK: I’m glad @HoustonsFirst streams their service live online and the iPad allows me to AirPlay it to the TV. Technology is awesome! – @wrileytaylor
Houston’s First Baptist Church is a relevant, biblical community where we gather our hearts, grow our souls and give our lives as we seek to fulfill the Great Commission.
Need more info? Call 713.681.8000 to get in touch with us. Connect with us online anytime at HoustonsFirst.org or follow us on
Creating a worshipful environmenT. Worship requires our full attention. We ask that you: >> silence cell phones >> use the restroom before the service (take your children, too!) >> remain seated once our time of Bible study begins. At the end of the worship service, people will be invited to accept Christ or join the church. Please remain in the service during this time. Pastor Gregg and other worshipers will appreciate your thoughtfulness.
Children & StudentsDaycationMay 29-Aug 17Daycation is an exciting summer day camp for kids in K-8th grade with art, Bible study, games, fi eld trips, and new specialty sport camps like cheerleading, dance, soccer, and basketball! Register online. College students can apply to be a camp counselor, too.
HoustonsFirst.org/Daycation
churchwideCelebrate RecoveryEvery Thu @ 6-9p – Oasis RmThis ministry, based on biblical principles, provides a safe and confi dential place to break out of life’s hurts, habits, and hang-ups and into God’s grace. Everyone is welcome for fellowship, worship, teaching, and small groups.
HoustonsFirst.org/CelebrateRecovery
Pastor Gregg’s bookI AM changes who i am - Available in Corner Books
“This book is a masterpiece. It changed my life, and it will change yours.” – John Bisagno, Pastor Emeritus of Houston’s First
Make it your church orientationSun, May 20 @ 12:30p or 4pLearn what it means to be amember of Houston’s First!
HoustonsFirst.org/NewMember
StudentsSenior CelebrationSun, May 6 @ 12:15-2:15p – Fellowship CtrGraduating high school seniors and their families will gather for a formal banquet with lunch and an encouraging word from Pastor Gregg as we celebrate their accomplishment. Cost is free for seniors and $10/family member. Register online.
HoustonsFirst.org/SeniorCelebration
Single parent familiesMother’s Day LunchSun, May 13 @ Noon – Fellowship CtrJoin us as we celebrate Mom! Enjoy fellowship over lunch, music with Amanda Murray, and receive an encouraging word from Marcia Looper. Cost is free.
HoustonsFirst.org/SingleParentFamilies
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May 31-aug 02
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May 29-aug 17
JUN25-29
Jul 16-20
Summit Indoor SoccerYoung Single AdultsSundays @ 1-5p - Fitness & Recreation Ctr
MetroLIVEAdults 20s/30s, college, single or marriedEvery Thu @ 7:30p – Worship Ctr
IMPLOSION with Joel Rosenberg9a-Noon – At the LoopHoustonsFirst.org/Implosion
DaycationKindergarten – 8th GradeHoustonsFirst.org/Daycation
Vacation Bible SchoolKindergarten – 5th grade9a-12:30p – At the Loop
Summer Week of ChoirKindergarten – 5th grade9a-3p – At the Loop
upcoming
JUL 21-28
Rush Week – Ozark Mountains7th-12th gradesHoustonsFirst.org/RushWeek
Find Hope & Get Hired!Sat, May 5 @ 9a-Noon – Faith Ctr (8009 Long Point)Looking for a job? The First Hope Job Ministry can help you gain the necessary resources for obtaining employment. This month’s free meeting includes a hands-on computer training class. Refreshments and coff ee provided.
HoustonsFirst.org/FirstHopeJobMinistry
High 5 Kids’ Choir MusicalSun, May 6 @ 2p – Worship Center (At the Loop)Kids from PreK to 5th grade in the High 5 Kids’ Choir invite the Houston’s First family to their spring musical, “Worship-ping God is …” Admission is free and open to everyone – not just the kids’ parents and grandparents!
HoustonsFirst.org/HighFiveKidsChoir
Night of Worship with CBUWed, May 16 @ 7p – At the LoopEnjoy a night of worship with the electrifying University Choir and Orchestra from California Baptist University with world-renowned and award-winning conductor Dr. Gary Bonner. Admission is free!
HoustonsFirst.org/NightOfWorship
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Recreate Date NightFormerly Parents’ Night OutHoustonsFirst.org/RecreateDateNight
Camp IntersectJun 7-10 – Carolina Creek Christian CampCamp Intersect is two camps in one location – one for 3rd-4th graders and one for 5th-6th graders. Have a blast playing water games, ropes courses, scavenger hunts, and more! Register online. Cost $275/person before May 2.
HoustonsFirst.org/CampIntersect
Camp Intersect
Summer mission tripsGive your life away this summer on a mission trip with Houston’s First! Spots are still open on trips headed to Athens, Valencia, Hawaii, Montana and Sudan. Where is God leading you?
HoustonsFirst.org/Missions
First Sunday Food Pantry CollectionsSun, May 6Nearly 1,200 people are fed each month by the Faith Center’s Food Pantry. Support the ministry by bring-ing non-perishable items the fi rst Sunday of each month. Look for designated collection tables At the Loop and Downtown.
