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Quarterly publication of First Baptist Forney!TRANSCRIPT
Apr. 28 Tower TuesdayApr. 29 Cubbies/LevelUp; GEMS; HOUSE; Men’s
Fraternity; Worship; ChoirApr. 30 Best Yet Night; Women’s ExerciseMAY
May 1-2 Love & Respect Marriage ConferenceMay 3 1st Place New Mbr. Lunch; Student SNACMay 4 Women’s ExerciseMay 5 Tower TuesdayMay 6 Cubbies/LevelUp; GEMS; HOUSE; Men’s
Fraternity; Worship; ChoirMay 7&11 Women’s ExerciseMay 12 GROWMay 13 Cubbies/LevelUp; GEMS; HOUSE; Men’s
Fraternity; Worship; ChoirMay 14 FBA Fun Night; Women’s ExerciseMay 15 Preschool Story TimeMay 16 Men’s Breakfast; Special Needs PNOMay 17 Deacons Mtg.; Student SNACMay 18 Women’s ExerciseMay 20 Cubbies/LevelUp; GEMS; HOUSE; Men’s
Fraternity; Worship; Choir; Indianapolis Mtg.May 21 Women’s Exercise; Men’s Game NightMay 24 No Evening ServicesMay 26 Tower TuesdayMay. 27 Blood Drive; Cubbies/LevelUp; GEMS;
HOUSE; Men’s Fraternity; Worship; ChoirMay 28 Best Yet; Women’s Exercise; FBA Grad.May 31 Sr. Recognition & Picnic; VBS Mtg.
SPRING ACTIVITIES Events are in addition to our regular Sunday and Wednesday Services. Detailed calendars at fbcforney.org.
APRIL
Apr. 1 Women’s Bible Study; Cubbies/LevelUp; HOUSE; Men’s Fraternity; Worship; Choir
Apr. 2 Women’s ExerciseApr. 4 Community Wide Easter Egg HuntApr. 5 Easter Sunday; No Evening ServicesApr. 6 Women’s ExerciseApr. 7 Tower TuesdayApr. 8 VBS Coordinator Mtg.; Cubbies/LevelUp;
GEMS; HOUSE; Men’s Fraternity; ChoirApr. 9 Sr. Adults to DBU; Women’s Exercise;Apr. 10-12 Student DNOWApr. 10 State Bible DrillApr. 13 Women’s Exercise ClassApr. 14 GROW; Tower TuesdayApr. 15 Cubbies/LevelUp; GEMS; HOUSE; Men’s
Fraternity; Worship; ChoirApr. 16 Women’s Exercise; Men’s Game NightApr. 17 Preschool Story TimeApr. 18 Special Needs PNOApr. 19 CWU Spring Musical; Student SNACApr. 20 Women’s ExerciseApr. 21 Tower TuesdayApr. 22 Cubbies/LevelUp; GEMS; HOUSE; Men’s
Fraternity; Worship; ChoirApr. 23 Women’s ExerciseApr. 25 Pastor’s Masters Golf TournamentApr. 26 GA CoronationApr. 27 Kauf-Van VBS Conf.; Women’s Exercise
MARCH
Feb. 28-Mar. 7 Czech Mission TripMar. 1 GC4 University; CWU; Student SNACMar. 2 Senior Adult Rally; Women’s ExerciseMar. 3 Preschool to Moom Jumpers; Tower
Tuesday; Women’s Bible StudyMar. 4 Women’s Bible Study; Cubbies/LevelUp;
HOUSE; Men’s Fraternity; Worship; ChoirMar. 5-9 Las Vegas Mission TripMar. 5 Women’s Exercise; WM Search & ServeMar. 6-14 Uruguay Mission TripMar. 8 No Evening ActivitiesMar. 9-13 FISD Spring BreakMar. 15 No Evening ActivitiesMar. 16 Women’s ExerciseMar. 18 Cubbies/LevelUp; GEMS; HOUSE; Men’s
Fraternity; Worship; ChoirMar. 19 Women’s Exercise; Men’s Game NightMar. 20-21 Men’s Weekend RetreatMar. 20 Preschool Story TimeMar. 22 Church Bible Drill; Deacons Mtg.Mar. 23 Women’s Exercise ClassMar. 24 Tower TuesdayMar. 25 Blood Drive; Cubbies/LevelUp; GEMS;
HOUSE; Men’s Fraternity; Worship; ChoirMar. 26 Best Yet Night; Women’s Exercise Mar. 27-28 Women’s Retreat; GA Mini CampMar. 29 Assoc. Bible Drill; Lord’s Supper; SNACMar. 30 Women’s Exercise
EASTER CHANGES EVERYTHING
Easter is all about the resurrection of Jesus Christ. As nature in spring-
time testifies of new life, followers of Jesus Christ all over the world cele-
brate the new life experienced through Christ. This new life is available
to all who would call upon Him.
The resurrection of Jesus is one of the most verified facts of history. He
fulfilled all of the ancient prophecies regarding God’s Savior by His life,
death, burial, and resurrection. After he was raised from the dead, there
were more than 500 eyewitnesses who saw Him and conversed with
Him. I know of no court in the land that could deny the eyewitness testi-
mony of over 500 people! Those who opposed Jesus could have
ended the debate if they could only produce His body. They could not
because He was alive.
Jesus is described as the “first fruits” of the resurrection. We who believe in Him are part of the harvest to follow. That means we will conquer death and all
that brings and that we, too, will experience resurrection. For this great truth to be ours, the Bible says in Romans 10:9-10 “… if you confess with your
mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved.” To confess Him as Lord means that we come
out of the closet as a follower of Jesus Christ. To believe in our heart that God has raised Him from the dead means that we embrace the truth that the evi-
dence presents regarding His resurrection. At the point, we are saved from the chains that bind us in this life and receive a promise of eternal life. It means
Jesus has paid our sin debt and we are free to really live.
Easter is more than egg hunts and the bunny. It is a celebration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. And that changes everything.
Join us at First Baptist for any of our worship gatherings, especially on Easter Sunday. He is still changing lives.
Jesus is everything!
Letter from the Pastor Dr. Jimmy D. Pritchard
SundayMornings
8:00a Traditional
9:30a Band Led
11:00a Blended
Dr. Jimmy D. Pritchard
SUMMER MISSION TRIPS
Many of our members are traveling this Spring to serve in areas such as Las Vegas, theCzech Republic, and Uruguay. There is still time for you to go this summer!
Summer Mission Trip Meetings and Deadlines
Pearland, TX - Trip Date: June 6-13; Cost is $250; Trip Meeting is Wednesday, April 29
at 7:45 pm in the Great Hall. Deadline is May 3. We will be leading sports and dancecamps and other outreach activities in the community.
Taos, NM - Trip Date: June 27-July 4; Cost is $300; Trip Meeting is Wednesday, May 13
at 7:45 pm in the Great Hall. Deadline is May 31. The team will lead sports camps andother outreach activities to share the gospel with people in the community
Indianapolis, IN - Trip Date: July 4-11; Cost is $300; Trip Meeting is Wednesday, May 20
at 7:45 pm in the Great Hall. Deadline is May 31. We will be working with a new Baptistchurch plant called Legacy Stone Church to assist with Vacation Bible Club for kids andother outreach activities to help the church build relationships with new families.
Czech Republic - Trip Date: July 17-27; Cost is $1800; Meetings at 5:00 p.m. onSunday, Mar. 1, May 17,and June 28 at 4:30 p.m. in the Office Conference Room.Deadline is May 17. Will lead English camps and minister to the local church.
Each participant must fill out the online trip application by the deadline and understand thetrip policies on the church web site at www.fbcforney.org/missions.
Pray for each of these trips, the team and those they will be ministering to Give to the World Missions offering or make a designated gift to help sponsor the team. Go - Come to the meetings if you are interested.
First Place New member lunch and orientation foranyone who has recently joined the church or is interestedin joining. The next date is Sunday, May 3 at noon.Childcare is provided. RSVP to the Church Office at972.564.3357.
GROW - God Rewards Our WorkGrow is our monthly outreach visitation ministry wheremembers of our church visit the homes of those who haverecently attended or expressed interest in FB Forney. Weneed help visiting homes, writing letters, and making phonecalls. Join us on Tuesday, April 14 and May 12 at 6:30p.m. in the Church Office.
Bible Study GroupsGrow deeper in your study of God’s Word and make friend-ships that will last a lifetime. Get Connected to a Bible studygroup on Sunday mornings at 9:30 or 11:00 a.m. Groupsare available for all ages and life stages. Visit www.fbcfor-ney.org/ministries/adults for a complete list of groups andmore information about getting connected.
If you are visiting with us please feel free to park in one ofour guest parking spots in front of Building A. Come on inand one of our greeters will be happy to assist you.
P R A Y G I V E G O
For more details, visit our websiteat www.fbcforney.org or email
Scott Lyle, [email protected].
PRESCHOOL MINISTRY(Preschoolers must be accompanied by a parent to all events.)
SPRING ACTIVITIES!
Story Time Preschoolers and a parent are invited to join us for a free story, snack,and craft at 10:00 a.m. on the 3rd Friday of the month. Spring datesare: March 20, April 17, & May 15. Free and open to the community!
Preschool Play DaysTuesday, March 3...Play Day at Moon Jumpers in Forney! Meet atMoon Jumpers located at 11852 FM 2932 from 10:00 a.m. - 12 noon.Cost is $5 per child.
Easter Egg Hunt & CelebrationSaturday, April 4 at 10:00 a.m. for ages birth - grade 6!
MARCHMar. 4...Basketball NightMar. 11...No CubbiesMar. 18...Regular NightMar. 25...Bring a Family Member
APRILApril 1...Hawaiian NightApril 8...Regular NightApril 15...Blue Color NightApril 22...Regular NightApril 29...PJ Night
MAYMay 6...Regular NightMay 13...Polka Dot NightMay 20...Regular NightMay 27...Awards & Fun Night
MARCHMar. 4...March Madness NightMar. 11...No LevelUpMar. 18...Regular NightMar. 25...BARF’M Night
APRILApril 1...Hawaiian NightApril 8...Regular NightApril 15...NASCAR NightApril 22...Regular NightApril 29...Twin Night
MAYMay 6...Baptism NightMay 13...Polka Dot NightMay 20...Regular NightMay 27...Awards & Fun Night
PRESCHOOL & CHILDREN’S MINISTRYPRESCHOOL & CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
LEVELUP
Grades K-6Ages 3-4
PRESCHOOL MINISTRY Ages birthto Pre-K.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRYEVENTS & ACTIVITIES
Operation Christmas Child is now a year-round ministry with anopportunity to donate specific items each month. See the complete listat www.fbcforney.org.
SPRING CALENDAR
Mar. 22...Church Bible Drill – First Baptist ForneyMar. 27-28...Girls in Action Mini-Camp – Mt Lebanon Baptist CampMar. 29...Association Bible Drill – Kauf-Van Association OfficeApr. 8...Vacation Bible School Meeting for CoordinatorsApr. 10...State Bible Drill – First Baptist EulessApr. 18...Special Needs Parent Night Out – First Baptist ForneyApr. 26...Girls in Action Coronation Ceremony – First Baptist ForneyApr. 27...Kauf-Van Association Vacation Bible School Conference –First Baptist ForneyMay 16...Special Needs Parent Night Out – First Baptist ForneyMay 31...Vacation Bible School Meeting for all Volunteers at FirstBaptist ForneySUMMER PREVIEW
Camp GAP...June 22-26 For those who have completed grades 3-6 EARLY RATE (March 22 – May 3)is $205. REGULAR RATE (May 4-31) is $230. LATE RATE (June 1-7)is $255. FULL PAYMENT is due byJune 7. Registration is secure when a fully completed registration formand $95 deposit has been submitted to the church office.
Journey Off The Map - Vacation Bible School...July 13-17 Forthose who are entering Kindergarten to completed grade 6.
6th Grade Leadership Retreat at Sabine Creek Ranch...July 31-
Aug. 1 For those who are entering 6th grade.
CHAMPS Camp – Lake Lavon Baptist Camp...August 7-8 For thosewho have completed 1st and 2nd grade.
FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY
EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
May 14/Thur ...FBA Year End Family Night - 7:00-8:30 pm (Details tobe sent home)May 27/Wed...MWF Mother’s Day Out ends. Resumes Wed., Sept.2. May 28/Thur...TTH Mother’s Day Out ends/ Resumes Tuesday Sept. 1. May 28/Thur....FBA Pre-K Graduation 7:00 pm (Entering KindergartenFall 2015)
Questions? Contact the FBA at 972.564.1836.
March...Hygiene Items - Bar Soap, Washcloths, Combs, Brushes, HairPicks, Bobby Pins, Elastic Bands, Headbands,Ttravel Tissue Packs - NOLotions, Shampoos or Other Liquids.April...Girl Toys - Small Dolls, Plastic Jewelry, Small Purses, Hair Bows,Jump Ropes, Puzzles - NO Liquids.May...Boy Toys - Small Cars, Balls, Hand Pump (to inflate the balls),Action Figures, Puzzles - NO War Toys, Army Figures or Toy Guns.
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MARCH
Mar. 1...Last LAUNCH at 6:00 p.m. and SNAC after to Whataburger/PandaMar. 29...Lord’s Supper Service for Palm Sunday at 6:00 p.m. then SNAC to Big 3
APRIL
April 10-12...DNOW, begins 7:30p Friday night thru 12:00 noon on Sunday. Cost$50, $65 after April 1. “FREE TO LIVE” Guest Speaker is Runks! Music by TheHardcastles. April 19...SNAC at Oscar Delta’s, bring $$
MAY
May 3...SNAC at Doe Belly’sMay 17...SNAC at Whataburger/PandaMay 27...Student /Parent Camp Meeting; 7:45p in the Great HallMay 31...Senior Breakfast and Kickball! Senior Breakfast will begin at 8:00a in theGreat Hall followed by the Recognition Service at 9:30 a.m. Senior vs. Staff KickballTournament & Picnic will be from 6-9:00p. Send a baby and senior picture in highres jpg to Shelley at [email protected].
SUMMER PREVIEW!
June 10...Summer House Party and Camp Sign Ups from 6-8:00pJune 15-20...Student Camp to Camp Eagle, Rocksprings, TX Cost $400. Toreserve your spot make a payment of $150 to the church office or mail to FB Forney,P.O. Box 97, Forney, TX 75126.
SPRING Events schedule
s t u d e n t m i n i s t r y
W E D N E S D A Y S6:30 PM | GRADES 7-12
Come and get involved in this fellowship of friendly and loving adults!
Best Yet NightsA time of food, fellowship, and fun on the last Thursday of the month from 6 -8:00 pm in the Great Hall.
Mar. 26...Covered dish meal and program by the Dave Washburn3/4 Fast Jazz Band.Apr. 30...Covered dish meal and program by Strings of FaithMay 28...Catered Meal and program by Ransomed Trio.
Spring Events & Trips
Mar. 2...Kauf Van Association Senior Adult Rally at First BaptistChurch, Canton. We will depart the church at 10:30 a.m. . Lunch willbe served at 11:30 a.m. for a cost of $8pp. The program by the ErwinFamily Southern Gospel Quartet will follow.
Apr. 9...Singing Men of Texas Concert at Dallas Baptist University.Bus will depart the church at 4:30 p.m. stopping for dinner on the way.The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. and the only cost is your meal.
Questions? Sign up with Lynne in the Church Office.
First Praise Adult Choir Our adult choir is open to anyone with a desire to sing His praises,regardless of experience. To be a part of this important ministry, join uson Wednesdays at 6:30 in the choir room.For more information, [email protected]
OrchestraPlay an instrument? We would love to include you in the churchorchestra! For opportunities, contact [email protected]
Children’s WorshipUniversityChildren’s Worship University willpresent their Spring Musical, “LiftYou Up” on April 19 at 6:00 p.m.in the Worship Center.
Everyone is invited to join us aswe lift up Jesus in word andpraise. This will also end ouryear of CWU.
Questions? Contact KarriePharris at [email protected] or call 972.552.2909.
Young Women’s MinistrySearch & Serve Scavenger Huntand Service Project. Mar. 5 from 6:30 -8:30 p.m. Childcare available. Sign up by Mar. 1 at the Ministry Desk.Beautiful You Beauty tips for your style and soul, May 7 from6:30-8:30 p.m. Potluck finger foods. Childcare. Sign up by May 3.
Women’s RetreatMar. 27-28 at the Riley Center ofSouthwestern Baptist TheologicalSeminary in Ft. Worth. Cost is $60pp.Begins Friday at 7:00 p.m. and endsSaturday at 3:00 p.m. Details and sign up at the Ministry Desk!
GEMS EmpoweredWednesdays 6:15-7:45 pm in room A112 Mar. 18...Laurie Barnett -“Casting Out Your Net Into the Depths of God's Word”April 8...Brenda Elmore -“From Bitter to Better,” how to respond to trials.May 13...Stacey Reaves and Carolyn Barry -“Restoration and Vision ofHope for God's People”
Health & FitnessExercise Class...Mondays & Thursdays at 6:30pm in the Children’s Event Center. Cost is $15per month. No classes Spring Break.
Men’s Ministry Events & Activities
Men’s Prayer BreakfastSaturday, May 16 at 7:00am in the Great Hall. Enjoy a full buffet breakfastfor only $5pp. All men of the community of any age are invited!
Men’s Game nightsThursdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Garage. Spring dates are Mar. 19, April
16, and May 21. Bring a friend and a snack to share.
Men’s RetreatMarch 20-22 at Camp Copass (www.campcopass.com) in Denton, TX. Transportation is provided. The church bus will leave on Friday, Mar. 20 at5:30pm from the back parking lot. Cost is $50 and includes lodging and allmeals. We will return early Sunday morning, March 22 to the church intime for Bible study and worship.
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Look Who’s Expecting!Josh & Molly Pope due MarchChris & Britney (Nelson) Anderson due MarchCarson & Samantha O’Neill due AprilKeith & Lindsey Smith due April
Welcome to the World!Austin Coufal Jr born September 18, 2014Parents: Austin & Meredith CoufalKieran Scott Crawford born October 16, 2014Grandparents: Renee & Bob SaxAddie Grace Mixon born October 22, 2014Parents: Danny & Katie MixonMadison Noel Lucas born October 31, 2014Parents: Tim & Tiffany LucasLuke Hayden Walton born November 9, 2014Grandparents: Rick & Julie Geer Caroline Jessica Watkins born January 7, 2015Parents: Daniel & Lauren WatkinsGrandparent: Alan MillerGreat Grandparents: Robert & Shirley DeLongBoden David Drexler born January 13, 2015Grandmother: Yvonne GaylordGreat Grandparents: Wayne & Arlene GaylordSloan Reese Gonzalez born January 16, 2015Parents: Sergio & Denise GonzalezGrandparents: Joe & Anissa Pesina
In Sympathy to the Family of...…Linda Torrey in the loss of her father.…Amy Thomas in the loss of her grandfather.…Roberts Carroll in the loss of her brother.…Joyce & Jack Humphrey in the loss of their son.…Mark Mikes in the loss of his mother.…Eloise Hendon Kvapil in their loss.…Kathy Schlebach in the loss of her sister-in-law.…Opal Duckworth in their loss.…Larry Tucker in their loss....Keith Jones in the loss of his grandmother.…Jim Andrews in the loss of his brother.…Betty Travis in the loss of her sister.…Doris Malone in their loss.…Jim Bradshaw in their loss.…Eric Leger in the loss of his grandfather.…Madonna Osborne in their loss.…David Starkey in the loss of his mother.…Emily Marr in their loss.…Doug McQuagge in the loss of his stepmother.…Sylvia Talbert in the loss of her nephew....Stacey Eastep in the loss of her grandmother.
More News & Events...
LOVE & MARRIAGE CONFERENCEMay 1-2 here at First Baptist Forney. We're confident the Love andRespect principles will be a huge help to your marriage relationship.Join us forthis two day video streaming of a live conference with Dr. Emerson & SarahEggerichs. Visit our webpage for more information at www.fbcforney.org.Everyone in the community is invited. You do not need to be a member of FBForney to attend.
AGENDA: Friday, May 1...6:00 – 9:30p. Doors open at 5:30p.Saturday, May 2...8:30a – 1:00p. Doors open at 8:00a.
Cost $35 per couple and includes Friday night meal at 6:00p, light breakfastand snacks provided Saturday, plus a notebook for each attendee. Childcareprovided for extra $10 per child, maximum $20 per family. Couples must regis-ter by April 26th for the event, including childcare. For information contact KirkLuecke @ 214-336-1140 or Shelley Richardson @ 972-564-3357. Registeronline at www.fbcforney.org or email Shelley at [email protected].
Sports MinistryMen’s Church Basketball LeagueApril - MayMust be 16 years old or older and attend FirstBaptist Forney to play on a team. Games will beplayed at Forney Sports Center. Everyone will signup as an individual and will be placed on a team.Contact Greg Childress at [email protected] to request a registrationform. The $40 registration fee must be turned in with the form to GregChildress before March 30.
College & Career Tower Ministry18-20 something College & Career Ministry meets on the first Tuesday of each month at First Baptist in the Garage.Featuring a live band and relevant bible-based message. Allother Tuesdays we rotate around to the homes of some ofyour peers for dinner and Bible Study. For details, like us onfacebook "The Tower Ministry" or follow us on twitter: @towerministry.
FREE Mobile App at www.fbcforney.org/mobileapp
How To Become A ChristianWhether you are new to the community or have been here awhile, we have a place for you. But even more importantly,God has a place for you and wants to change your life! Ifyou want to accept Christ as your Savior and have certaintyof eternal life, we would be glad to counsel and pray withyou. Contact Scott Lyle at [email protected] or call972.564.3357 and ask to speak to one of our ministers.
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