Being W.E.L.L.

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Volume XLVII, NO. 23

ThingsF I R S T B A P T I S T C H U R C H O F D O T H A N

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

HappyFather’sDay

Sunday, June 17No Afternoon Activities

or Evening Worship Service

Young-At-Heart

Luncheon at BLack creek(Gene and Doris Faulkner’s Place)

Thursday, June 21Leave the FLC at 9 a.m. Return at 3 p.m.

Travel by Southern Coaches

Gene and Doris Faulkner have invited all Senior Adults to spend a fun and relaxing day with them at Black Creek. Please call the church office to sign up (792-5117). A Southern Coaches bus will pick up those who have signed up for the bus. Reservations can be made by calling the church office. Bus space is limited to 47. You are invited to go down early if you want to fish. Just bring your own tackle. Please let us know. Food is provided and there is no cost. We are asking that you please bring a dessert.

We Will have lots of fun!

A Note from Brad… As many of you know, last week our church was completely transformed for Vacation Bible School. This year’s theme was Amazing Wonders Aviation. Throughout our week, we traveled to fun locales such as the Matterhorn and Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Kids had a blast creating some great crafts, playing exciting games, and singing some awesome worship songs. We learned about amazing mission endeavors and, most importantly, we heard from God’s Word. Each and every day we learned how the powerful and amazing one true God desires to have a relationship with each and every one of us.

For our missions offering we brought cans for our community missions. We will be sending over 200 cans and dry goods to our food pantry. We held a little competition between our older kids and younger kids. I represented the younger kids and Dona Stickler represented the older crowd. The older kids brought the most cans by a slim margin. As a result, I got pied and slimed on Friday. Really gross, but way fun!

There is no doubt that VBS is one of my favorite times of the year. It would never happen without a strong team of amazing volunteers. This year, we had over 140 youth and adults on hand to help us make VBS happen. Chances are good if you weren’t able to help out you know someone who did. Take some time this week to thank a VBS volunteer for taking the time to help us impact kids’ lives for Jesus Christ.

By far, my favorite time during VBS week is getting to talk to kids who want to ask Jesus to be their Lord and Savior. On Wednesday we shared the Gospel during Bible Study. Our pastoral staff and I began to have conversations with kids who had questions and wanted to make decisions. I loved getting to hear some of the prayers of kids asking for forgiveness and for Jesus to take charge in their lives. By the end of the week, heaven was rejoicing for 18 kids who asked Jesus to be their Lord and Savior. In the coming weeks, pray that God’s drawing of these children will be a ripple effect that opens wide the doors of the Kingdom.

Bro. Brad

Worship with Authority Evangelize with Intention

Notes of Interest–Connecting to FBC Here are the ways to connect to FBC for the latest events and schedules:

website: www.fbcdothan.org

facebook: First Baptist Church, Dothan, AL

Twitter: FBCDothan

Connecting at FBC We have limited access Wi-Fi available in several areas of the church. If you are on the FBC campus and need to access our public wireless connection: password: fbcpublic

Defibrillator Training ClassWednesday, June 206:30 p.m., Family Life Center Defibrillators are life-saving technology to be used in an emergency in case someone’s heart stops. We have 2 located at FBC. This training will teach you how to use this equipment with confidence.

Part-Time Position Available We have an opening for a part-time receptionist (flexible hours). If you are interested in this position, please contact Kathy at the church office, 792-5117, ext. 207. You must bring your resumé by the church office and fill out an application.

FBC Foundation Scholarships The FBC Foundation Committee is now accepting applications for scholarships from all FBC members attending seminary for the 2012-2013 school year. Applications may be obtained from the church office. Deadline to turn in applications is 4:30 p.m., Friday, June 29, 2012. You may also email your applications to mary@fbcdothan.org.

The First Picture

Sign up for the Summer Reading Club and join us forPopcorn and a Book in the Media Library, Tuesdays at 10 a.m.,

June 19, 26, and July 10, 17, and 24.

Wednesday Schedule in June

• Everyone:SimpleSupperonWednesdays(4:30-6 p.m.) Dining Hall • Preschool:“PraiseandPlay”(6-7 p.m.) • Kids:“WackyWildWednesdays”(6-7 p.m.) • Youth:June20:SonPowerWeek;HouseWorship(6-7 p.m.) Location TBA June27:NightattheDrive-In(7-10 p.m.) (Leave FBC at 7 p.m. and parents pick up their teen at 10 p.m.) • SummertimeintheChapel: June 20 and 27 (6-7 p.m.) A condensed time of song and prayer, and a study of the Book of James. • PrayerService:(6-7 p.m.) in the Parlor • AdultChoirRehearsal(7-8 p.m.) in the Choir Room

MarkYourCalendar!ChurchwideBBQLunch

& Welcome TimeforDanTankersley

Sunday, July 1Following the Morning Worship Service

Dedication of the Chapel RenovationSunday, June 24

8:45 a.m.Before Sunday Bible Study

Join us for a brief time of prayer and dedication.Come see the new look!

Men’s Golf OutingFriday, June 22

Sunny Hills Golf Course (between Chipley and Panama City)Cost: $20 per person; Meet at 8 a.m. at First Methodist.

Love with Purpose Learn with Consistency

Our Sympathy To: Ed Driggers and Joann Frazier and family on the death of their sister, Mrs. Nettie Driggers Clark, of Madison, MS. Lyn Tucker and family on the death of her aunt, Mrs. Regina Bentley. The family of Mrs. Martha Ruffin. Mrs. Ruffin was an employee of the FBC Child Development Center.

Sunday’s Flowers The flowers last Sunday were placed with love in honor of the 60th Wedding Anniversary of Charles and Clara Lewis, by Mike, Linda, Laura, and David.

Thank You Notes The following have expressed their thanks to the First Family: Barbara Cook and the family of D.D. McBride Thank you notes are posted on the bulletin board outside the dining hall.

HotSummerEventsattheFLCFor more information or to sign up for any of these events,

please contact the FLC - 792-3217 or sierra@fbcdothan.org

FATHER-SoNGoLFTouRNAMENTSaturday, June 16

For All FBC Fathers and Sons$20 per Player, Highland Oaks Short Course

Fathers and sons will compete together in brackets according to the son’s age.They will play 9 holes. Each player’s individual score will determine winners.

RegisterbyWednesday,June13•••

SuMMERRACQuETBALLDEvELoPMENTWednesdays,June20,27;July11,18,25

$10 per player, For Junior (Gr. 2-5) & Youth (Gr. 6-8)RegisterbyWednesday,June13

•••SuMMERJuNIoRTENNISDEvELoPMENTMondays,June18,25;July2,9,16,23,30

$80 per playerFor Mighty Mights (Ages 6-8); Junior (Ages 9-12); Youth (Age 13-15)

•••LARRYTHoRPE’SBASKETBALLCAMPSFoRGIRLS

For All Girls Ages 8-12Two Sessions to choose from:

SessionI:Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,June19,20,21 SessionII:Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,August7,8,9

9 a.m.-12 noon, Cost: $30 per player (includes T-shirt)Girls will spend time in drills to improve skills and participate in live scrimmages each day.

•••SuMMERBoWLINGTouRNAMENTS

Fridays,June29andJuly20$10 per tournament, For Boys and Girls Ages 8-14

ForJune29Tournament-RegisterbyWednesday,June27ForJuly20Tournament-RegisterbyWednesday,July18

•••SuNDAYBIBLESTuDYGoLFTouRNAMENTS

Saturday,June30$20 per Player, Highland Oaks Short CourseFor All FBC Bible Study Classes, Grade 7–Up

Bible Studies may select as many 4-man teams as possible.Teams play a 9-hole scramble format to determine winner.

RegisterbyWednesday,June27•••

FAMILYTRIPToMoNTGoMERYBISCuITSGAMEBiscuitsvs.JacksonvilleSuns

For All FBC Members and Friends Friday,June29(PaybyMonday,June25) Cost: $20 per person plus money for food (Cost includes ticket & transportation) Leave FLC: 4 p.m.; Game Time: 7:05 p.m.

Spend a fun evening at Riverwalk Stadium. The Biscuits (Tampa Bay Rays AA team) areplaying the Jacksonville Suns (Florida Marlins). The stadium is loaded with good food to eat.

•••B.A.I.T.4:19FISHINGMINISTRY

Pre-TournamentMeetings:July12,August9Tournaments:July14,August11

$50 per Boat, For All FBC Members, Guests, and Friends

In Loving MemoryMrs. Lillian Dumas

June 7, 2012

In Loving MemoryMrs. Lexie Posey

June 6, 2012

In Loving MemoryMrs. Regina Bentley

June 6, 2012

Men’s Ministry–

Men’s Third Thursday DinnerThursday, June 216:15 p.m., Mexican Connection, Dutch treat

Being W.E.L.L.

First Baptist pulpitSunday, June 17

10:15 a.m.“The Father of the Boy”

Mark 9:14–29Message by Rev. Mike Golson

No Evening Worship Servicein honor of Father’s Day.

Preschool Worship CareSunday, June 17

Eileen Miller and Alice MorrisMatt and Kimberly Smith

Daniel and Kathryn PittmanMelanie Burgess and Jennifer WellsNo Worship KidStyle for Summer

Children are to worshipwith their parents.

Sunday’s Greeters

Gene and Doris FaulknerFred and Beth BarkettB.C. and Laura CollinsBruce and Kelle Buckles

Larry and Judy WisePat HeffnerPete Barkley

Regular Weekly EventsSundays - 8:45-10:10 a.m. Media Library Open 9 a.m. Sunday Bible Studies 10:15 a.m. Morning Worship Wee Worship (Pre 4–K5) WorshipKidStyle (Grades 1–3) 4-6 p.m. Media Library Open 4:30 p.m. LifeSong (Grades 7–12) 5:30 p.m. Youth Snack Supper (Gr. 7-12) 5:45 p.m. Child Care (Birth–Age 3) 6 p.m. Evening Worship Young Singles Bible StudyMondays - 10 a.m. S.A.M., FLCWednesdays - 10 a.m. S.A.M., FLC 2-6 p.m. Media Library Open 4:30-6 p.m. Simple Summer Supper 5:15-7:30 p.m. Child Care (Birth–Age 2) 6-7 p.m. Praise and Play (Preschool) VBS Take-Off (Gr. 1-6) Big Group (Gr. 7-12) Prayer Service - Parlor The Gathering, Chapel 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Choir RehearsalFridays - 10 a.m. S.A.M., FLC

• Family Life Center Hours • M, Tu, Th 6 a.m.–9 p.m. Sat 9 a.m.–1 p.m. W 6 a.m.–6 p.m. Sun Closed F 6 a.m.–6 p.m.

~ FBC Staff ~Ministers .............. The People of First Baptist ChurchPastor ................................................................... Johnny FainMinister of Music and Worship ...................... Ryan ShippMinister of Senior Adults, Media, and Missions .................................................... Bob GrossAssociate Pastor of Family Ministries ......... Mike GolsonMinister to Preschoolers ......................Mary Ann ThomasMinister to Kids ................................................. Brad StromMinister to Students ...........................................Dane ShawMinister of Community Missions and Single Adults ........................................Stan SanfordMinister of Recreation ...............................Dan Tankersley

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300 West Main Street • Dothan, AL 36301 • www.fbcdothan.org • 334.792.5117 • Dr. Johnny Fain, Pastor

Intercessory PrayerLine: 334.673.7207

Happy Birthday!

If your birthday is not listed, please call Melissa (792-5117, ext. 247) and

make sure we have your birth date on file.

June 17: Emi Bancroft, Kelly Carter, Wayne Eidson, Glenda Heney, Cathy Ludwig, Bill McKeown, Shelby White, Phylliss WiseJune 18: Valerie Hendrickson, Eugenia Hooks, Matthew Irby, Carla McAllisterJune 19: Russell Jones, Betsy Pike, Laura StevensJune 20: Blayne Barfield, Beth Bowers, Bill Carter, Blair Hasty, Chris Martin, Gary WallaceJune 21: Elsie MeekerJune22: Don Belew, Adam Derrick, Steven Henry, Patricia Redman, Ryan Shipp, Laura Beth SwicordJune 23: Hunter Barkley, Martha Enfinger, Ray Little, Allison Moore, Ross Nowell

Next Week’s Deacons

Prospect VisitationSteve Jordan

Deacon on Call 6/17 Troy St. & Hospital Monitor Visitation A.M. Jeremy Lee Service 803-0413 George Dickerson

• Prayer Team •Anyone in need of special prayer,please contact: Kevin Woodcock

(793-5770), Jim Fitzgerald (793-0677),or Johnny Fain (792-5117).

Wednesday Family Supper June 20, 2012

Supper: 4:30–6 p.m.

Simple Summer Suppers:Ham and Cheese Sandwiches

orTurkey and Cheese Sandwiches

Chips and DessertAdults (Age 12–up): $3

Children (Ages 6–11): $1.50Age 5–Under: Free

Weekly Summary

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Budget Receipts .............................. $48,946.71Weekly Budget Requirements ......... $44,611.53Budget Receipts YTD ................... $976,521.92Budget Requirements YTD ..... $1,070,0676.72