Week of June 14 ...“I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger,
and whoever believes in me shall never thirst.”
John 6:35
Week of June 21 And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap,
if we do not give up. So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to
everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.
Galatians 6:9-10
Week of June 7 The fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever; the rules of the Lord are true,
and righteous altogether. More to be desired are they than gold, even much fine
gold; sweeter also than honey and drippings of the honeycomb. Moreover,
by them is your servant warned; in keeping them there is great reward.
Psalm 19:9-11
Week of June 28 I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth.
My soul makes its boast in the Lord; let the humble hear and be glad.
Oh, magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt his name together!
Psalm 34:1-3
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH FAIRFIELD JUNE 2015
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“The Bible is not just a library of
religious books; it is the inspired
and authoritative Word, a unified
message from God to us.”
- Mark Strauss
Thank You all for the thoughts and
prayers when Peggy passed away. To
brothers Ron and Bennie for the
funeral service.
To the ladies that prepared the
lunch for us. It was very much
appreciated.
Lloyd, Gary, Ramonda,
Suzanne & Families
Special Needs SoftballSpecial Needs SoftballSpecial Needs Softball
Saturdays at 8:30 a.m.
June 13
June 20
At Southwest Park Softball Field
(behind the Police Station on Leininger Road)
First Baptist Church invites
men, women, boys and girls
of all ages and all disabilities!
We will play softball, have a short devotion, and
provide a light snack.
‘Buddies’ and spectators needed to provide safety
and encouragement to the players.
2 Samuel 9:13
So Mephibosheth lived in Jerusalem,
for he ate always at the king’s table.
Now he was lame in both his feet.
Items Needed for VBS Snacks
graham crackers
soft tortilla shells
pretzels (stick and twist)
goldfish
raisins - big boxes, not individual
cheese puffs
chips, any flavor
M&M's
small marshmallows
Cheerios, plain or honey
Please place items in the box
provided at the
Douglas Street door.
Thank You!
A very special thank you
to First Baptist Church for hosting the
Kingdom Kids program this school year.
Over 50 families were ministered to
each day after school.
The program provided spiritual, physical
and emotional opportunities to children,
youth, and families in our community in the
context of Christian values.
Thank you to those who volunteered by
providing tutoring, mentoring, devotions,
life skills, games, meals, music and art, etc.
Please continue to pray for
Right Now Ministries
and the Kingdom Kids program.
Pat Scarbrough, Catherine Singleton,
Tammy Estes, Richard Windland & Matt Rush
June 7 Session 1
Why We Read the Bible
Reading the Bible is an important part of the Christian
life. In this session, we will see that reading God’s Word
helps us grow in our relationship with God as we learn
more about Him and His ways. We also read God’s
Word in order to know how to live. Living on mission
for God’s kingdom, we must obey His commands and
guard ourselves from sin. God’s Word is to be a source
of joy, since in His word we come to know the story of
our world and we meet the Savior- Jesus Christ.
June 14 Session 2
While We Read the Bible
First, we are to read the Bible in the light of the Bible, which
means we shouldn’t isolate one text from the rest of
Scripture. Second, we are to reward the Bible as one great
story that points us to Jesus Christ. Finally, we are to read
the Bible in community with other believers so we can be
strengthened for the mission God has given us.
June 21 Session 3
Where We Read the Bible
We want to learn to read the Bible carefully, being
aware of the various contexts in which the words were
communicated. In this session, we will examine three
areas of context (literary, historical, and theological) and
why they are important as we seek to apply the Bible to
our lives today.
June 28 Session 4
How We Read the Old Testament
In this session and the next, we will take a look at the basic
guidelines for reading various genres found in the Bible.
Here we will consider four prominent types of literature
found in the Old Testament: narrative, law, poetry, and
wisdom. With each we consider important “rules of the
game” for how they can be read appropriately.
April Average Attendance
Sunday School 174
Sunday Morning 186
Sunday Evening 72
Wednesday Evening 82
April Financial Reports
General Checking $45,197
Savings $3,698
Designated Savings $81,171
Building Fund $81,423
Adult Choir
no Wednesday Night practice until July 8th.
Enjoy the break! Thank you for your faithfulness.
“How happy are those whose way is blameless, who live according to the Lord’s instruction!
Happy are those who keep His decrees and seek Him with all their heart.”
Psalm 119:1-2
Phase 1 Building Project
40 month commitments
will be fulfilled this month.
Thank you for your faithfulness to
this portion of our building renovations.
Please be in prayer as
the Long Range Facility Planning Committee
continues to meet and move forward
to the next phase of the project. Fall 2015
Juenger Scholarship
Applications available in the church office
and at fairfieldfbc.org
Due: June 15
Sunday School 9:00 a.m.
Morning Worship Service 10:15 a.m.
Evening Worship Service 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday 6:30 p.m.
Office Hours: Monday -Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
F i rs t Bapt is t ChurchFirs t Bapt is t Church 308 South First Street
Fairfield IL 62837
(618) 842-3764
Bro. Bennie 516-3928
www.fa irf ie ldfbc.org
NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION
U.S. POSTAGE PAID
FAIRFIELD, IL
PERMIT NO. 30
308 South First St. Fairfield IL 62837
Phone (618) 842-3764 Fax (618) 842-3704
Bennie Tomberlin, Pastor www.fairfieldfbc.org
www.facebook.com/fairfieldfirstbaptistchurch
RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED
Morning Worship Service Broadcast on WFIW 1390 at 10:45 each Sunday
Vacation Bible School
Sunday, June 7 -
Friday, June 12
Age 4- 6th Grade
VBS Children & Workers - Meal at 5:30 p.m.
Bible School 6:00- 8:30 p.m.
Call 842-3764 if you would like to schedule a bus pick-up
for your children.
Adult Bible Study
6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Richard Mason - Instructor
Isaiah 30:21
And your ears shall hear a word behind you,
saying, “This is the way, walk in it,” when you
turn to the right or when you turn to the left.