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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH STAFF Tim Marsh
Pastor 828-755-1616
[email protected] Beth Heffner
Minister of Music and Administration 828-980-2761
[email protected] John Miller
Minister of Youth and Children 704-472-5860
[email protected] Kenneth West
Organist Alison Moore
Pianist Jill Taylor
Church Receptionist [email protected]
Debbie Turner Financial Secretary
[email protected] Garry Cuthbertson
Custodian George Hughes
Grounds Maintenance
CHURCH FINANCES Your financial support of the church is important to our continuing minis-tries. As a church we will spend only what is necessary for the maintenance of the church. We will be good stewards of our resources in anticipation that things may get tight. However, we also know that you have proven faithful in giving. Please mail your contributions to PO Box 839 Ruther-fordton, NC 28139. You may address them to Debbie Turner’s attention for confidentiality. You can also take advantage of our online giving at www.firstbaptistrutherfordton.com. This is through PayPal. If you prefer to give online, you should be aware that there will be a small percentage of your donation taken out by PayPal to be used as a service fee. Please know that all your contributions are greatly appreciated!
POSSIBLE MINISTRY OPPORTUNITY If you are in need of a face mask and are especially vulnerable to this pandemic, such as medical/health workers, senior adults, and of compromised health, the federal Centers for Disease Control has approved
the use of fabric masks. Beth Heffner has the CDC approved pattern and specific materials to make several masks. What is great about this mask is that it can be washed and reused time and again! If you are in need of a mask and do not have access to masks, please contact Beth (828) 980-2761 and she will make one for you free of charge. If you sew and would like to make some for your family and others, Beth would be glad to share the pattern with you.
BLOOD DRIVE
The Red Cross is in critical need of blood donors to offset the toll the dis-ease has taken. Although COVID-19 continues to spread worldwide, blood drives are still being held throughout the nation because the need for blood has not diminished. I will be hosting a blood drive at our church on Friday, June 5. The Red Cross has stated that they will minimize risk and will im-plement precautions to ensure safety. If you are interested in donating, please contact me at [email protected] with your name, phone number and any questions you may have. Thank you for your support! -Melea Jones
Records for March 29, 2020 Budget Requirements...... $8,410.00 Budget Offering .............. $4,306.80 Special Offerings ............... $705.00 Total ............................. $5,011.80
Budget to Date Required by 3-29-20 ... $218,660.00 Received by 3-29-20 ... $235,933.06
Building Fund Building Fund…………………..$0 To Date………………$128,243.36
GIFTS A monetary gift has been made in honor of Claude and Elaine Waters to the General Scholarship Fund by Bob and Pat Jones. A monetary gift has been made in memory of Genell Clements to the Women on Mission Group by Mar-garet and Leslie Higgins. Monetary gifts have been given to the church in memory of Genell Clements by Margie Andrews, Jerry and Dianne Byers, Wills and Sue Rodgers, Jack and Betty Huss, Jon and Sarah Horne, David and Peggy Truscott, Jimmy and Ginger Dancy, Bill and Rebecca Chapman, Jimi and John Moore, Doug and Eliza-beth Owens, and Karen Andrews,
COLLEGE STUDENT Padgett Webber
30 Tech Drive Asheville, NC 28801
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CANNED FRUIT FOR YOKEFELLOW
January-February Goal: 60 January-Feb. Total: 90
March Goal: 30 March Total: 30 Thank you for helping us reach our monthly goal once again! Thank you for caring! Due to the virus, we will temporarily stop receiving more cans until further notice. If you would like to donate mon-ey toward food for Yokefellow, please send a check in the mail and we will work with Yokefellow in either purchasing the food or forwarding the do-nations.
BIRTHDAYS OF THE WEEK April 5…………………..Jada Knox April 6……………….Barbara Jones April 7………….Reggie Biggerstaff …………....Elizabeth Owens April 8………...…….Ridge Beheler ………..…..Phillip Chapman April 9……………...Matthew Bond ……...………..Linda Camper ………………...Ben Wilkins April 10…….…….Robin Lattimore
Sympathy is extended to the family in the death of Genell Clements. She was a long-time devoted church member who joined this church back in 1959! We all will truly miss her. Our hearts go out to her son and daughter-in-law, stan and Deborah Clements; her grandson, John Clem-ents; and the rest of her family.
PASTOR’S COLUMN
When he entered Jerusalem, the whole city was in turmoil, asking, "Who is this?" The crowds were saying, "This is the prophet Jesus from Nazareth in Galilee." (Matthew 21:10-11, NRSV)
Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiv-ing let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus…Not that I am refer-ring to being in need; for I have learned to be content with whatever I have. I know what it is to have little, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being well-fed and of going hungry, of having plenty and of being in need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me. (Philippians 4:6-7, 11-13, NRSV)
A few moments ago, I left my mother’s new apartment and drove by the church to pick up my laptop to write this column at home. For just a moment, I glanced down the street at our beautiful town. All was quiet. The street lights brightened the facades of our old buildings. At first glance, it appeared to be a beautiful night. It appeared to be a night like any other. I’ve walked our streets at night in humid summer evenings, the cool spring and fall nights, and in the cold winter. I’ve walked them on clear nights, rainy nights, and in the snow. They are all beautiful.
However, this night was not the same. In the past few weeks, businesses have closed or modified operations. The streets are empty during the day. And there is this invisible threat – a virus – that lurks in the shadows. We’re all trying to avoid it. And, in doing so, things have changed.
When I think about the changes of the past few weeks, I cannot help but think of the things that I miss. We are supposed to be getting ready for the Final Four this weekend, after two weekends of enjoying basketball. We are supposed to be watching baseball’s opening week. And, we are supposed to be welcoming spring, warm weather and such with joy. We are supposed to be preparing for Holy Week.
But what I miss most has nothing to do with these big things. Rather, I miss my routine. I miss walking to Main Street coffee on Wednesday afternoon with Natalie to get our coffee before supper. I miss ordering the breakfast burrito from Bee Happy, as I do once a week. I miss walking to Hair Kutters and getting a trim. I miss seeing each of you on Sundays and Wednesdays, seeing the church full, eating dinner on Wednesday nights, peaking in at the children’s choir and talking with you. I miss the high-fives from the kids. I miss the little things more so than I do sports, big Easter celebrations and the like.
When Jesus entered Jerusalem on the week of his eventual death, things were different. His teaching in Galilee, his ministry among the poor, his miracles, and his following were all coming to a point of no return. When Paul wrote to the Philippian Church, he knew, too, that things may never be the same again. I don’t write these words to be discouraging. Rather, I want to acknowledge that perhaps some of the uneasiness we feel is the grief of loss for the little things we took for granted. We’ve had to change our routines and our habits. We’ve had to distance from each other. We’ve had to modify our lives on the spur of the moment. We grieve that loss.
Yet, we must go forward. Though Jesus knew that he was riding into Jerusalem for his death, by the beginning of the following week, he would conquer the grave. And, Paul, though imprisoned, would share the message of Jesus’ resurrection with the nations of the world. Perhaps things will be different. Perhaps not. But on the other side of COVID-19 is resurrection, life and hope. Let’s grieve the change, but embrace God’s good future.
Grace and peace,
Tim
FAMILY MINISTRY Youth, Children, and Parents/Guardians,
1) Know that I sincerely miss all of you. As a true extrovert who loves be-ing with other people, this new normal is an adjustment. However, we will get through it together. My goal is to stay engaged and connected to all of you as much as possible. 2) Contact Me: if you need to reach out, please call/text me at 704-472-5860. I would love to hear from you, including the children! So feel free to contact me! 3) YOUTH/SUNDAY NIGHTS: we are meeting via Zoom on Sunday nights at 6pm to play some games and discuss select passages from the Psalms. 4) CHILDREN/WEDNESDAY NIGHTS: we are meeting via Zoom on Wednesday nights at 6:30pm to play some games. Afterwards, you’ll be given a link that will take you to our Bible story for the week. 5) STAY UPDATED: check the family ministry newsletter online for an-nouncements.
Stay safe! John
FBCR, APRIL 2020 Due to local and state COVID-19 mandates, all First Baptist Church wor-ship opportunities have either been cancelled or moved to online platforms during April. Please check your email or weekly newsletter for schedule updates. Additionally, the church office is officially closed, except for
Tuesday, 9:00 AM-12:00 noon, to distribute food. However, we are working diligently to serve you during these uncertain times. Please do not hesitate to contact staff at the church of-fice, by cell phone or by email if we can serve you in any way.
Additionally, we ask that you refrain from coming to the church for any reason. Should you need access to the building, please contact Tim at 828-755-1616 so that he may assist you with what you need. Thank you for your understanding for this necessary adjustment. We appreciate your continued financial support of the church during these times. You may contribute to the church by mailing checks to P.O. Box 839, 28139 with attention to Debbie Turner, or by using our PayPal online giving platform, available at www.firstbaptistrutherfordton.com. Thank you for your generous support of our church’s ministries. Grace and Peace, Tim
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
RUTHERFORDTON, NORTH CAROLINA SUNDAY MORNING SERVICE April 5, 2020 10:55 AM
Sermon Series: Directions from Death to Destiny
CALL TO WORSHIP
Greetings and Announcements Tim Marsh Leader: The Lord is Risen! People: He is Risen indeed! Lighting the Acolyte Candles Beth Heffner The Written Word Matthew 21:1-11 John Miller Hymn “All Glory Laud and Honor” ST. THEODULPH
All glory, laud, and honor to Thee, Redeemer, King, To whom the lips of children made sweet hosannas ring. Thou are the King of Israel, Thou David’s royal Son, Who in the Lord’s name comest, the King and blessed One!
The company of angels are praising Thee on high; And we with all creation in chorus make reply, The people of the Hebrews with palms before Thee went; Our praise and prayer and anthems before Thee we present.
To Thee, before Thy passion, they sang their hymns of praise; To Thee, now high exalted, our melody we raise. Thou didst accept their praises, accept the praise we bring, Who in all good delightest, Thou good and gracious King! Invocation Beth Heffner
REMEMBER AND GIVE THANKS
Children’s Message John Miller Voluntary The Written Word Isaiah 50:4-9a Tim Marsh The Morning Prayer/Lord’s Prayer Tim Marsh Our Father, who art in heaven, Hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses As we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, But deliver us from evil: For Thine is the kingdom, and the power and the glory, forever. Amen. Message in Song arr. Adams “This Is My Father’s World/He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands” Beth Heffner, Saxophone and Alison Moore, Piano
HEAR AND RESPOND TO THE WORD The Written Word John Miller and Beth Heffner Psalm 31:9-16; Philippians 2:5-11 Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.
Message in Song Garry Cuthbertson
The Spoken Word “From Humility to Exaltation” Tim Marsh (Philippians 2:5-11)
Hymn “At the Name of Jesus” WYE VALLEY (abridged)
At the name of Jesus every knee shall bow, Every tongue confess Him King of glory now; ‘Tis the Father’s pleasure we should call Him Lord, Who from the beginning was the mighty Word.
In your hearts enthrone Him; there let Him subdue All that is not holy, all that is not true: Crown Him as your captain in temptation’s hour; Let His will enfold you in its light and power.
GO FORTH TO LOVE AND SERVE Benediction Tim Marsh Departing Song “We Go in Peace” EDWARDS
We go in peace, we go in love, We go with grace and mercy from the Lord above To tell the world this very thing: That Jesus Christ is Lord and King, Jesus Christ is Lord and King! CCLI#185888
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SUNDAY SCHOOL OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE Sunday School is now available through Zoom. The Outreach Sunday School Class is continuing their Sunday School class on the Last Seven Words of Christ for the next 3 Sundays through this app and Billy Vaughn is the teacher. You are welcome to join this class. They will have the class available at 9:30 AM each Sunday morning until further notice. If you are interested, please contact Jim or Debbie Rennie (813) 431-4104 or at [email protected] and they will assist you on how you can connect to this virtu-al class! Jim and Debbie have been attending our church for a couple of months and have worked to set this up and we appreciate this other avenue of ministry and spiritual growth!