Feb. 28, 2012Feb. 28, 2012Feb. 28, 2012Feb. 28, 2012

Have mercy upon me, O God, according to thy lovingkindness. Psalm 51:1

VOLUNTEERS VOLUNTEERS VOLUNTEERS VOLUNTEERS ---- WEEK OF March 4, 2012 WEEK OF March 4, 2012 WEEK OF March 4, 2012 WEEK OF March 4, 2012

8:30 AM

Greeters, Ushers

Bill Summers, Doug Summers, John Halford

9:30 AM

Fellowship Snack

Nursery (Birth -1)

Welcome Team

Frances Chilton

Doris Martinez, Aline Host

Doyne Bailey, Peggi Nichols

Greeters

Ushers

Doyne Bailey, Peggi Nichols

Kenneth Davis, J.P. Kirksey, Randy Kirtley, Louie Montano, Aubrey Southerland, David Whitehead, Michael Wier

Ext. Sess 2's & 3’s Ext. Sess 4's & 5’s

Children’s Church

Barbara Jones, Frankie Barnett Kittye Krempin, Maria Lopez Milam & Kayrin Jones

10:30 AM

Tellers Gene Barnett, Bill Gandy

All Week

Deacon On Call Alternate

LEE ALLEN CORLEY Jimmie Felps

Kite Day, Sunday, March 25th, is our next Church-wide/Community

Fellowship. So bring your kite and invite a friend! Hot Dogs and

Other treats will be provided. The fun will take place on the church

grounds from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00p.m. See you there!

THEME: Whatever It Takes SCRIPTURE: Mark 2:1-5

Because you give to the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering, North American missionaries are able

to share God’s message of love, mercy and redemption with the 259 million people without a personal relationship with Christ in the United States, Canada and their territories. Most NAMB

missions personnel are jointly funded with state Baptist conventions, meaning they receive support from the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering as well as from their state convention through Cooperative Program gifts.

A Gift to Annie:

$1 Pack of door hangers promoting a new church start

$5 Hot meal for a resident at a homeless shelter

$10 Jesus Storybook Bible for teaching grade-school children

$15 Bible for a new believer

$20 Discipleship materials for a small group

$50 Witnessing tools and training for a mission team to share

Christ with unbelievers

$100 Supplies for a neighborhood evangelistic outreach

event announcing a new church start

$200 Scholarship for an inner-city child to attend a Christian

summer camp

$500 Wireless lapel microphone for a new church plant

NATIONAL GOAL: $70 Million MBC GOAL: $5,070.00 COLLECTED TO DATE: $1,030.00

WEEK OF PRAYER: March 4-11, 2012

Operation

Christmas Child

The collection items for March are warm clothes – all ages (gloves, caps, scarves). Items can be brought to the Church Office Wing and put in the designated box.

Highland Lakes CampHighland Lakes CampHighland Lakes CampHighland Lakes Camp

Thurs., July 19 Thurs., July 19 Thurs., July 19 Thurs., July 19 –––– Sat., July 21 Sat., July 21 Sat., July 21 Sat., July 21

Camp Fee $120.00Camp Fee $120.00Camp Fee $120.00Camp Fee $120.00

AAAAfter May 19fter May 19fter May 19fter May 19 ---- $135.00 $135.00 $135.00 $135.00

To secure your spot, your $50.00 Deposit To secure your spot, your $50.00 Deposit To secure your spot, your $50.00 Deposit To secure your spot, your $50.00 Deposit MUSTMUSTMUSTMUST be in by be in by be in by be in by March 14, 2012March 14, 2012March 14, 2012March 14, 2012. All . All . All . All

required registration forms and remaining $70.00 required registration forms and remaining $70.00 required registration forms and remaining $70.00 required registration forms and remaining $70.00 MUSTMUSTMUSTMUST be received by be received by be received by be received by May 13, May 13, May 13, May 13, 2012201220122012. Ma. Ma. Ma. Make checks payable to MBC and memo GA or RA camp.ke checks payable to MBC and memo GA or RA camp.ke checks payable to MBC and memo GA or RA camp.ke checks payable to MBC and memo GA or RA camp.

FROM PASTOR CRAIG

A Happy Place

I mentioned in my article last week how blessed I feel to be at a happy church. I have been reminded of that time and time again these past two weeks. It is great to hear the laughter in the office everyday of the week as so many of you stop by. I love to walk through the halls as Sunday School is getting started, seeing lots of smiles and hugs and hearing lots of encouraging conversations. Last week at

Family Skating night it was so much fun seeing families having such a good time together. And each Sunday during our welcome time I love to see so many of you walking all across the sanctuary just to say “Hi” to someone you haven’t seen yet or to meet a guest. Happy is not just what you feel, it is what you do to bring happiness to others. No wonder the Greek word for “blessed” is also the word for “happy.” You teach me that blessed and happy go together every week and I am so grateful. Fifth Anniversary

Speaking of grateful, I can’t begin to thank you enough for all the warm wishes that came my way in celebration of my fifth year here at MBC. All the emails, texts, and cards meant so much. And the recognition in the service was such a pleasant surprise. How grateful I am that God has brought us together and that you continue to allow me the privilege of serving you as your pastor. Easter is closer than you think! Start praying about who God might want you to bring to celebrate the Resurrection on Easter Sunday. Bless Your Heart! Craig

Uplift In Prayer

BEREAVED: Tres and Wendy Watt – On the Feb. 16 death of her mother, Maria Wiseman.

Tony Schultz – On the Feb. 22 death of his wife Faye.

Margaret and Bart Selman – On the death of his brother Walter on Feb. 14

Amy and Lee Crowder – On the death of his Grandfather on Feb. 14.

ILL: Billye Davis – Will be having surgery Feb. 29. Deep infection in knee. Knee

replacement Jan. 16. Husband Howard

Joyce Halford – She is progressing well and is now able to use a cane instead of the

walker. Having home rehab to improve her strength. Appreciates our prayers. Became

ill Feb. 15. Husband John

Thank you for all who furnished food for UT-BSM. We fed 120+ people. It was very much appreciated. We very much appreciate your prayers, phone calls and cards during Joyce’s illness.

John and Joyce Halford

The Student Ministry is getting ready for Mission Arkansas, March 11th - 16th. If you know someone interested in joining us, the cost is $60 and the signup deadline is THIS THURSDAY, MARCH 1st.

Also, Disciple Now will be April 27th - 29th and we are looking for Host Homes, Co-Hosts, Cooks, and other Volunteers. If you would like to help with this great weekend, please let Tyler know or email him at tyler@manchacabaptist.org.

Give Grace, Live Truth, Reflect Jesus Tyler Gatewood 282-0875, x. 22; tyler@manchacabaptist.com

He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, “My refuge and my fortress, My God in whom I trust!” - Psalm 91:1-2.

When we come to God and pour out our concerns and thanks for His love and sovereignty – then we are dwelling in His shelter. The shadow of the Almighty protects and holds us and anxiety fades as we recognize that He alone is our refuge and safety.

Perhaps you are in a difficult situation – a health matter, a family or relationship issue, a financial struggle….come to the shelter of His trust and surrender all. He will be your protection and He alone can be trusted to help in time of need.

In Christ, John Berryhill

282-0875, x. 26; john@manchacabaptist.com

LADIES: SAVE THESE DATES

Mar.23 – Chick Flick, 7:00 p.m

April 20 – Chick Flick, 7:00 p.m.

May 12 – Garden Party Brunch, 10:00 a.m.

July 13-14 – Beth Moore Conference

MORE DETAILS TO COME!

FRIDAY MORNING LADIES BIBLE STUDY

TO BEGIN A NEW STUDY Do I stay comfortable or sacrifice in giving? What has God given you to do? Nehemiah, a book of action

and inspiration! This study is by Kelly Minter and begins Friday, March 2 at 9:30 a.m. in room E115.

All ladies are welcome and urged to join-in the blessings of this group. For information contact Carlene

Cleveland.

SUNDAY, MARCH 4

6:00 p.m.

Room E115

Church planter missionaries Frank & Marie Tamasy

from Prairie Home Baptist Church in Haxton CO will

update us on their work through testimony and video.

Don’t miss this heartwarming, exciting, entertaining,

spiritual report.

SUNDAY SCHOOL*

Sunday School Enrollment 362 Sunday School Attendance This Week 248 SS Avg. Attendance 260

MORNING WORSHIP* (Both AM Worship Services, Nursery & Extended Session)

Year to Date Average Attendance 315

Attendance Sun. (Morning Services, Extended Care) 327

BAPTISMS*

Number Awaiting Baptism 0

Number Baptized 26 *CHURCH YEAR Sept. 1, 2011 – Aug. 31, 2012

2012 BUDGET OFFERING+

Received Sunday $ 8,459.79 Month-to-Date $ 55,395.94 YTD $118,243.56 Budget Requirement per week $ 16,011.17

+Based on CALENDAR YEAR beginning 1/1/12

SOUTHEAST TRAVIS COUNTY (our Mission) +

Sunday School Attendance 18 Worship 29 Budget Offering $955.00 Monthly $ 4,358.00 Year-To-Date $14,830.73

LOST AND FOUND

If you have misplaced your Bible, lost an

earring or other items, be sure to call the

office at 282-0875 to see of someone has

turned your lost item in. We have quite

a collection of Bibles and a few jewelry

items at this time-so give us a call!

Sunday, March 4, 2012 Early Morning Worship Service 8:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 9:30 - 10:25 a.m. Worship Service, Sanctuary 10:45 a.m.

Child Care during service for Birth – Age 5, Children’s Wing Cry Room for parents with children, Rm 104 Children’s Church for Grades 1 to 5, Gym

Theology 101, Rm E115, Pastor Craig 5:00 p.m. Tamasy Report, Rm E115 6:00 p.m. Monday, March 5, 2012 Volunteers to Soup Kitchen 10:30 a.m. Westgate Bowling, Lee/Duane Lancaster 6:45 p.m. Youth Bible Study, Gatewood Home 7:00 p.m. Adult 18+ Basketball, Gym 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 6, 2012 Finance Committee, Conference Rm 7:00 p.m. Adult 18+ Basketball, Gym 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 7, 2012 Family Supper 6:00 – 6:45 p.m. Adults $3, Youth $2, 4yrs - Grade 6 $1 Goulash, Broccoli, ice cream Youth, Youth Room 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room 6:45 p.m. Band of Brothers, Burger Night 6:30 p.m. Mission Friends - 3-5 yrs., Children’s Wing 7:00 p.m. GA's & RA's - Grades 1 – 5, Children’s Wing 7:00 p.m. Pastor’s Bible Study, Genesis, Rm E110 7:00 p.m. Ladies Bible Study, Rm M109, Kris Beavers 7:00 p.m. Thursday, March 8, 2012 Friendship International, Hyde Park 9:45 a.m. – Noon Friday, March 9, 2012 Ladies Bible Study, Rm E115, Carlene Cleveland 9:30 a.m. “Nehemiah – A Book of Action and Inspiration” OASIS, lunch/fellowship, E115 11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 10, 2012 No Scheduled Activities

Visit our new website at www.manchacabaptist.org. There are still a few tabs that will state, “coming soon”, so if you’re in charge of a ministry area, be sure to send Tyler Gatewood information you would like to have on the website. If you have photos of a recent church event send those to Tyler at tyler@manchacabaptist.org so he can put those on the website too. NOTE: There are a couple of changes to staff email addresses. To email a staff member you will use their first name @manchacabaptist.org, (example: john@manchacabaptist.org). Pastor Craig’s will change to craig@manchacabaptist.org. If you have any questions, or comments, please contact the office at 282-0875.