First Baptist Church

600 Governors Drive

Huntsville, AL 35801

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First Baptist Church, 600 Governors Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801. Periodical postage

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MESSENGER, 600 Governors Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801.

office: 256-428-9400

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Volume 62 / Week Number 28 / July 28, 2011

July 31, 2011Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon: “Disguise of the Divine”

Genesis 32:22-32

First Fellowship - 8:15 a.m.Music from the First Fellowship Band

Morning Bible Study - 9:15 a.m.Bible Study for all ages

Sanctuary Worship - 10:30 a.m.Sanctuary Choir Anthem:

Grace - arr. Mark Hayes

Duet by David and Barbara Sizemore

Worship in the Chapel - 5:00 p.m.Chris Sims, preaching

This Sunday is the last day to bring in school supplies. All items are still

appreciated but there is a great need for wide-ruled notebook paper, disinfecting

wipes, and large boxes of tissues. Monetary donations are also welcomed. The collection bin is located in the East Entrance. Monetary donations are also

welcome. The lists are available online at www.fbchsv.org/schoolsupplies and at the

Welcome Centers.

Morris Elementary 4th and 5th Grades

MeMorials - april 1, 2011 to July 21, 2011BENEVOLENCE FUND

Mr. David LangleyJean W. BergeronJim & ruth DarlingJ. D. & Barbara Kirkland

CHILDREN’S HOME

Mrs. Jeanne Burns AccardiMrs. Evalyn Thomas HollonJim & Marian accardi

Mrs. Dorothy AllenMrs. Annie Cantrellsidney & Joanne allen

Mrs. Darla BailesMrs. Gene Bailes

Mrs. Maude E. BassBetty Thurstone

Mrs. May Hall Buchananelizabeth Newcomb

Mrs. Nina ChandlerJimmy Chandler

Mrs. Allie ClarkMrs. Margery ClarkF. l. Clark

Mrs. Essie Gill FanetteMrs. Willodean Catrett RhodesMarcus & lois rhodes

Mr. John T. GambleMary Gamble

Mrs. Lorena JustusCarl Justus

Mrs. Bessie M. WebbBenjamin Webb

YOUTH SPRING CAMPMr. David LangleyMichael & Joy Moore

“FAITH STEPS TO THE FUTURE”

Mrs. Mary Creel BurksJanice & Bill Whipple

Mr. Bill Clevelandellene C. ClevelandWilliam & Joann HadawayBarbara & J. D. Kirkland, Jr.Creighton & sue leeJean & G. F. Mangum, Jr. Joan Holcomb MorrisChristine & steven rowellDorothy & William rowell, Jr.Barry & Julie Turman sara WestDr. & Mrs. Buford l. WhittDorrene a. Whorton

Mr. Carter Mitchellailsa M. Ballrandy & Brenda BoundsJoseph & louise Craftannie J. FordWinfred & Frances Joneselizabeth s. “libby” loderNational association of letter Carriers (rocket City Branch)Violet T. ovaadelaide T. steinbergFranklin VanlandinghamJohn & Jean Wiggins

Mrs. Dorothy OwensJean Walker

Mr. Greer RubleJoyce & John atchleyemma r. CatlettCurtis & sara elder

Mr. Joe Walker, Jr.James & Betsy Hurstrobert & Nancy leslie iiiBen & lossie smallJean WalkerJeff & Barbara ann WalkerMichael & Kate Walkerstephen Walker

HYMN BOOK MEMORIAL

Dr. Eugene BrasherFBC sanctuary Choir

Mr. Charles Bernard JonesFBC sanctuary ChoirBillie Perkins

Mrs. Dorothy OwensFBC sanctuary ChoirPearson and associates Billie Perkins

MEMORIAL FUND

Mr. and Mrs. Bill DavisCarl HibbertDavid HibbertDottie HibbertTom HibbertJane sneed lynnandrew sneedMarydae sneedrankin sneed

Dr. Willard Millerarnold & sara stokes

Mr. Wendal “Boo” Payne, Jr.Carl a. Morring, Jr.

Mr. Poh-Seng WongFBC sanctuary Choir

SPECIAL MISSIONS

Mrs. Martha BootheMrs. Sue TidwellJoy sunday school Class

Mrs. Fauvette GarrisonPaul & Martha Nelson

Mr. Charles Mauldin Carolyn Blevins CavalarisWalter & Carolyn JacksonJ. D. & Barbara KirklandCarl & Patricia KubyMegan & James MooreJanet & earl Williams

HONORARIUMS April 1 – June 30, 2011

CHILDREN’S HOMEMrs. Monetious Blackburn

Myra Haythorn

Mrs. Kitty Talleyluke Talley

“FAITH STEPS TO THE FUTURE”Mrs. Nancy Morton

The Charles Mauldin Family

MADISON COUNRY DISASTER RELIEF

Mrs. Rebecca Harris(Happy Birthday)

Kim Johnson

MISSIONS

Mrs. Ethel BushHer Joy sunday school Class

Benefit for eSLOur member, Austin Boyd’s next novel, Nobody’s Child, will release on August

1st nationwide. The Jones Valley Barnes and Noble will host an unveiling of the

book on August 1st from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Barnes and Noble will devote 15% of all of the profits for all sales in the store

for two days (August 1st and 2nd) to our ESL Ministry.

Come out and support a great story and a great cause!

FBC Huntsville estaBlisHes new PartnersHiP witH laKewOOD eleMentarY sCHOOl

As you know our schools are an extremely important aspect of our community. We expect the school system to produce the highest results in the education of our children. In many circumstances there are numerous difficulties to meet the educational needs of our area students. There has been some wonderful support to our schools that has come from caring Christians and churches in our area and some astounding results have transpired. One example is the work of Southwood Presbyterian in the Lincoln Village community. Lincoln Elementary was able to bring their scores from one of the lowest schools to one of the highest, all because Southwood and other churches cared and volunteered to help.

First Baptist is in a unique position to begin an adventure in the same manner with Lakewood Elementary School. After much research and interviews with administrations in our area we believe Lakewood is a place where God is leading our church to accept the challenge of providing support.

During the month of August you will hear of ways our church can support the mission of assisting Lakewood for the next twelve months. We will provide information of how you can help and volunteer in this effort. This Sunday I will share the hope we have for this ministry. Watch for information coming your way in the days ahead. Begin praying right now how God would want you to be involved and how our church can make a wonderful difference in the lives of students, teachers, and parents in that community.

Submitted by Mike Pearce, Minister of Missions & Outreachmike@fbchsv.org

Lakewood ElementaryQuick Facts

Location: 3501 Kenwood DrivePrincipal: Frederick BarnesTeachers: 22Students: 448Mascot: Lions

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Library Hours Sunday 9-9:15 AM | 10:10-10:45 AM | 11:40- 12:00 PMTuesday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMWednesday 4:00-5:00 PM

FAMILY MATTERS

OuR NEwESTAnna Lee Cook, daughter of Laura and Daniel Cook

wELCOME NEw MEMBERSAbbye Davenport2202 Naylor Road SEHuntsville, AL 35801-1454

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHYwoody and Linda williams, Juanita Perkins in the loss of their uncle, Teresa and Jim Covington, Brian and Eric williams in the loss of their great-uncle, Christy and Alan Covington in the loss of their great-great uncle, Ira D. williams, Jr.

B. J. and Art Boyanton in the loss of her sister-in-law, Kelli and Greg Ellison, Russ and Nanette Boyanton in the loss of their aunt, Lindsey and Garrett Ellison, Blake and Chandler Boyanton in the loss of their great-aunt, Mary Ellen Moore

Dottie and E. C. Richardson in the loss of her nephew, Emily and Charles DePlachett, John and Jamie Richardson in the loss of their cousin, Hank Gregory

Tom and Marilyn Guffin in the loss of his aunt, Sheryl Guffin in the loss of her great-aunt, Martha Reese

Wednesday Night Dinner MenuWednesday, August 3

AdultsHam and Turkey Sandwich

ChipsRaw Vegetables with Dip

Brownies and Smores Dessert

SaladChef Salad

(Reservations for salad must be turned in by noon on Wednesday.)

STEWARDSHIP REPORT

7/24/11

Year-to-Date Goal $3,505,320.00

Offering

This Week $51,834.77

YTD $3,302,329.58

Debt Retirement

This Week $1,215.00

YTD $47,606.50

Faith Steps to the Future:

This Week $5,923.55

YTD $2,020,576.59

To Date: $2,207,055.89

www.fbchsv.org/give

ATTENDANCE

Sunday SchoolPreschool 53

Children 75

Students 103

Adults 609

Brookdale 15

Visitors 26

TOTAL 881

Worship ServicesFirst Fellowship 237

Sanctuary Worship 583

Mission Trips 5

TOTAL 825

THANk YOuA thank you note has been received from Lillian Grabke on behalf of Discovery Baptist Church

in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. It has been placed on the bulletin board across from the

church office.

sTeWarDsHiP UPDaTe summer 2011

Random Act of Generosity

one of our church members recently had lunch at the Mellow Mushroom where she left a generous tip (half the amount of the ticket) and one of our generosity cards. The next time she lunched there, the waitress showed her the card she left and said that she kept it as a reminder to “pay it forward”. she also said she was going to visit our church, even though she is Catholic. our member assured her we would love to have her join us for worship!

Live your life as a generous, faithfulfollower of Christ.

share with us how you are using yourgenerosity cards.

email alison@fbchsv.org

Ministry PlanOctober - June, FY 2011

YTD Goal YTD ActualMinistry Receipts $ 3,246,600 $ 3,061,859Ministry Expenditures:Vision for Ministry: Worship 60,372 44,352 evangelism 134,650 125,593 spiritual Growth 176,561 131,569 Ministry Development 16,425 8,003 Congregational life 97,300 72,905 Missions 389,592 367,173 Total $ 874,900 $ 749,595

Equipping for Ministry 1,441,884 1,390,211Support for Ministry 858,843 681,325

Total Ministry Expenditures $ 3,175,627 $ 2,821,131Excess $ 70,973 $ 240,728

Because the Christian faith is lived in community, our giving is between us and God and between us and the other believers in our church family. since our church is a family of faith who are on a mission together for God’s kingdom, then our giving, or lack in giv-ing, has an impact on our common life.

We are part of Christ’s body and we have a part to play. We have time, talent and money to contribute to the common good and for a common cause. our giving is between us and the other believers in our church because we are connected to one another in Christ. That spiritual connection is expressed in glad and generous sharing.

What does our current year’s deficit giving to our ministry plan mean for our church? right now we are reducing spending through the delay of facility repairs. The longer term impact of deficit giving is that these repairs still have to occur, and they will have to be accomplished in subsequent years. reduced offerings also mean reduced contri-butions to our cooperative missions and First Baptist missions, impacting our ability to share Christ in this community and around the world.

Family of Faith, we are on mission together for God’s kingdom. How closely are you connected to your fellow belivers through your contributions of time, talent and gifts? Does your Everyday Generosity extend to the support of your local church?

God wants us to be good neighbors, making the world better for all people, one person at a time. He wants us to do this locally and globally, with others or alone, spontaneously or intentionally. Just do it!

It’s not about us. It is about what God is doing through us as we make ourselves and our resources available to Him.

Bible study Preparation with Clara Mae Van BrinkThe Childhood Ministries Team is excited about welcoming Clara Mae Van Brink to our church. She is passionate about helping churches develop a comprehensive ministry to parents that not only helps them be better parents but also equips them to disciple their children. She is a gifted communicator who makes you laugh and learn all at the same time. Her 28 years of ministry experience have provided her with a wealth of practical advice and information for church leaders, teachers, and parents.

august 7 Teachers of children from birth through 6th grade are invited to come to hear her afterSanctuary Worship.

For more info contact joy@fbchsv.org or cindyr@fbchsv.org

Music Ministry Dates to Note

Youth Choir KickoffSunday, August 14, 5:00 p.m.

Children’s Music and Missions KickoffWednesday, August 17

9.11.01: A Memorial ConcertSunday, September 11, 5:00 p.m.

LCT 2011 KickoffWednesday, September 14, 7:00 p.m.

Come and sing with us!

The CenturyMen in ConcertWednesday, October 12, 6:00 p.m.

Orchestra Veterans Day Weekend ConcertSunday, November 13, 5:00 p.m.

Hanging of the GreenSunday, December 4, 10:30 a.m.

The Living Christmas TreePresentations are December 15- 18

Sunday, July 31 First Fellowship 8:15 AM

Morning Bible Study 9:15 AM

Sanctuary Worship 10:30 AM

Evening Worship in Chapel 5:00 PM

Monday, Aug. 1Letter Writing/242 9:00 AM

7th Grade at the Mackey’s 6:00 PM

Tuesday, Aug. 2Grief Share/Parlor 6:00 PM

Forum/118 6:30 PM

Wednesday, Aug. 3Youth Wacky Wednesday 12:00 PM

Supper 4:45 PM

Prayer Meeting 5:45 PM

Orchestra Rehearsal 6:00 PM

Sanctuary Choir 7:00 PM

Thursday, Aug. 4 First Fellowship Band Rehearsal 6:30 PM

Friday, Aug. 5Young & Median Ad. S.S. Leaders/118 6:00 PM

ministry calendar

knowing, lov ing, serv ing Christ...together

Library Hours Sunday 9-9:15 AM | 10:10-10:45 AM | 11:40- 12:00 PMTuesday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMWednesday 4:00-5:00 PM

FAMILY MATTERS

OuR NEwESTAnna Lee Cook, daughter of Laura and Daniel Cook

wELCOME NEw MEMBERSAbbye Davenport2202 Naylor Road SEHuntsville, AL 35801-1454

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHYwoody and Linda williams, Juanita Perkins in the loss of their uncle, Teresa and Jim Covington, Brian and Eric williams in the loss of their great-uncle, Christy and Alan Covington in the loss of their great-great uncle, Ira D. williams, Jr.

B. J. and Art Boyanton in the loss of her sister-in-law, Kelli and Greg Ellison, Russ and Nanette Boyanton in the loss of their aunt, Lindsey and Garrett Ellison, Blake and Chandler Boyanton in the loss of their great-aunt, Mary Ellen Moore

Dottie and E. C. Richardson in the loss of her nephew, Emily and Charles DePlachett, John and Jamie Richardson in the loss of their cousin, Hank Gregory

Tom and Marilyn Guffin in the loss of his aunt, Sheryl Guffin in the loss of her great-aunt, Martha Reese

Wednesday Night Dinner MenuWednesday, August 3

AdultsHam and Turkey Sandwich

ChipsRaw Vegetables with Dip

Brownies and Smores Dessert

SaladChef Salad

(Reservations for salad must be turned in by noon on Wednesday.)

STEWARDSHIP REPORT

7/24/11

Year-to-Date Goal $3,505,320.00

Offering

This Week $51,834.77

YTD $3,302,329.58

Debt Retirement

This Week $1,215.00

YTD $47,606.50

Faith Steps to the Future:

This Week $5,923.55

YTD $2,020,576.59

To Date: $2,207,055.89

www.fbchsv.org/give

ATTENDANCE

Sunday SchoolPreschool 53

Children 75

Students 103

Adults 609

Brookdale 15

Visitors 26

TOTAL 881

Worship ServicesFirst Fellowship 237

Sanctuary Worship 583

Mission Trips 5

TOTAL 825

THANk YOuA thank you note has been received from Lillian Grabke on behalf of Discovery Baptist Church

in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. It has been placed on the bulletin board across from the

church office.

sTeWarDsHiP UPDaTe summer 2011

Random Act of Generosity

one of our church members recently had lunch at the Mellow Mushroom where she left a generous tip (half the amount of the ticket) and one of our generosity cards. The next time she lunched there, the waitress showed her the card she left and said that she kept it as a reminder to “pay it forward”. she also said she was going to visit our church, even though she is Catholic. our member assured her we would love to have her join us for worship!

Live your life as a generous, faithfulfollower of Christ.

share with us how you are using yourgenerosity cards.

email alison@fbchsv.org

Ministry PlanOctober - June, FY 2011

YTD Goal YTD ActualMinistry Receipts $ 3,246,600 $ 3,061,859Ministry Expenditures:Vision for Ministry: Worship 60,372 44,352 evangelism 134,650 125,593 spiritual Growth 176,561 131,569 Ministry Development 16,425 8,003 Congregational life 97,300 72,905 Missions 389,592 367,173 Total $ 874,900 $ 749,595

Equipping for Ministry 1,441,884 1,390,211Support for Ministry 858,843 681,325

Total Ministry Expenditures $ 3,175,627 $ 2,821,131Excess $ 70,973 $ 240,728

Because the Christian faith is lived in community, our giving is between us and God and between us and the other believers in our church family. since our church is a family of faith who are on a mission together for God’s kingdom, then our giving, or lack in giv-ing, has an impact on our common life.

We are part of Christ’s body and we have a part to play. We have time, talent and money to contribute to the common good and for a common cause. our giving is between us and the other believers in our church because we are connected to one another in Christ. That spiritual connection is expressed in glad and generous sharing.

What does our current year’s deficit giving to our ministry plan mean for our church? right now we are reducing spending through the delay of facility repairs. The longer term impact of deficit giving is that these repairs still have to occur, and they will have to be accomplished in subsequent years. reduced offerings also mean reduced contri-butions to our cooperative missions and First Baptist missions, impacting our ability to share Christ in this community and around the world.

Family of Faith, we are on mission together for God’s kingdom. How closely are you connected to your fellow belivers through your contributions of time, talent and gifts? Does your Everyday Generosity extend to the support of your local church?

God wants us to be good neighbors, making the world better for all people, one person at a time. He wants us to do this locally and globally, with others or alone, spontaneously or intentionally. Just do it!

It’s not about us. It is about what God is doing through us as we make ourselves and our resources available to Him.

Bible study Preparation with Clara Mae Van BrinkThe Childhood Ministries Team is excited about welcoming Clara Mae Van Brink to our church. She is passionate about helping churches develop a comprehensive ministry to parents that not only helps them be better parents but also equips them to disciple their children. She is a gifted communicator who makes you laugh and learn all at the same time. Her 28 years of ministry experience have provided her with a wealth of practical advice and information for church leaders, teachers, and parents.

august 7 Teachers of children from birth through 6th grade are invited to come to hear her afterSanctuary Worship.

For more info contact joy@fbchsv.org or cindyr@fbchsv.org

Music Ministry Dates to Note

Youth Choir KickoffSunday, August 14, 5:00 p.m.

Children’s Music and Missions KickoffWednesday, August 17

9.11.01: A Memorial ConcertSunday, September 11, 5:00 p.m.

LCT 2011 KickoffWednesday, September 14, 7:00 p.m.

Come and sing with us!

The CenturyMen in ConcertWednesday, October 12, 6:00 p.m.

Orchestra Veterans Day Weekend ConcertSunday, November 13, 5:00 p.m.

Hanging of the GreenSunday, December 4, 10:30 a.m.

The Living Christmas TreePresentations are December 15- 18

Sunday, July 31 First Fellowship 8:15 AM

Morning Bible Study 9:15 AM

Sanctuary Worship 10:30 AM

Evening Worship in Chapel 5:00 PM

Monday, Aug. 1Letter Writing/242 9:00 AM

7th Grade at the Mackey’s 6:00 PM

Tuesday, Aug. 2Grief Share/Parlor 6:00 PM

Forum/118 6:30 PM

Wednesday, Aug. 3Youth Wacky Wednesday 12:00 PM

Supper 4:45 PM

Prayer Meeting 5:45 PM

Orchestra Rehearsal 6:00 PM

Sanctuary Choir 7:00 PM

Thursday, Aug. 4 First Fellowship Band Rehearsal 6:30 PM

Friday, Aug. 5Young & Median Ad. S.S. Leaders/118 6:00 PM

ministry calendar

knowing, lov ing, serv ing Christ...together

Library Hours Sunday 9-9:15 AM | 10:10-10:45 AM | 11:40- 12:00 PMTuesday 10:00 AM-12:00 PMWednesday 4:00-5:00 PM

FAMILY MATTERS

OuR NEwESTAnna Lee Cook, daughter of Laura and Daniel Cook

wELCOME NEw MEMBERSAbbye Davenport2202 Naylor Road SEHuntsville, AL 35801-1454

CHRISTIAN SYMPATHYwoody and Linda williams, Juanita Perkins in the loss of their uncle, Teresa and Jim Covington, Brian and Eric williams in the loss of their great-uncle, Christy and Alan Covington in the loss of their great-great uncle, Ira D. williams, Jr.

B. J. and Art Boyanton in the loss of her sister-in-law, Kelli and Greg Ellison, Russ and Nanette Boyanton in the loss of their aunt, Lindsey and Garrett Ellison, Blake and Chandler Boyanton in the loss of their great-aunt, Mary Ellen Moore

Dottie and E. C. Richardson in the loss of her nephew, Emily and Charles DePlachett, John and Jamie Richardson in the loss of their cousin, Hank Gregory

Tom and Marilyn Guffin in the loss of his aunt, Sheryl Guffin in the loss of her great-aunt, Martha Reese

Wednesday Night Dinner MenuWednesday, August 3

AdultsHam and Turkey Sandwich

ChipsRaw Vegetables with Dip

Brownies and Smores Dessert

SaladChef Salad

(Reservations for salad must be turned in by noon on Wednesday.)

STEWARDSHIP REPORT

7/24/11

Year-to-Date Goal $3,505,320.00

Offering

This Week $51,834.77

YTD $3,302,329.58

Debt Retirement

This Week $1,215.00

YTD $47,606.50

Faith Steps to the Future:

This Week $5,923.55

YTD $2,020,576.59

To Date: $2,207,055.89

www.fbchsv.org/give

ATTENDANCE

Sunday SchoolPreschool 53

Children 75

Students 103

Adults 609

Brookdale 15

Visitors 26

TOTAL 881

Worship ServicesFirst Fellowship 237

Sanctuary Worship 583

Mission Trips 5

TOTAL 825

THANk YOuA thank you note has been received from Lillian Grabke on behalf of Discovery Baptist Church

in Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada. It has been placed on the bulletin board across from the

church office.

sTeWarDsHiP UPDaTe summer 2011

Random Act of Generosity

one of our church members recently had lunch at the Mellow Mushroom where she left a generous tip (half the amount of the ticket) and one of our generosity cards. The next time she lunched there, the waitress showed her the card she left and said that she kept it as a reminder to “pay it forward”. she also said she was going to visit our church, even though she is Catholic. our member assured her we would love to have her join us for worship!

Live your life as a generous, faithfulfollower of Christ.

share with us how you are using yourgenerosity cards.

email alison@fbchsv.org

Ministry PlanOctober - June, FY 2011

YTD Goal YTD ActualMinistry Receipts $ 3,246,600 $ 3,061,859Ministry Expenditures:Vision for Ministry: Worship 60,372 44,352 evangelism 134,650 125,593 spiritual Growth 176,561 131,569 Ministry Development 16,425 8,003 Congregational life 97,300 72,905 Missions 389,592 367,173 Total $ 874,900 $ 749,595

Equipping for Ministry 1,441,884 1,390,211Support for Ministry 858,843 681,325

Total Ministry Expenditures $ 3,175,627 $ 2,821,131Excess $ 70,973 $ 240,728

Because the Christian faith is lived in community, our giving is between us and God and between us and the other believers in our church family. since our church is a family of faith who are on a mission together for God’s kingdom, then our giving, or lack in giv-ing, has an impact on our common life.

We are part of Christ’s body and we have a part to play. We have time, talent and money to contribute to the common good and for a common cause. our giving is between us and the other believers in our church because we are connected to one another in Christ. That spiritual connection is expressed in glad and generous sharing.

What does our current year’s deficit giving to our ministry plan mean for our church? right now we are reducing spending through the delay of facility repairs. The longer term impact of deficit giving is that these repairs still have to occur, and they will have to be accomplished in subsequent years. reduced offerings also mean reduced contri-butions to our cooperative missions and First Baptist missions, impacting our ability to share Christ in this community and around the world.

Family of Faith, we are on mission together for God’s kingdom. How closely are you connected to your fellow belivers through your contributions of time, talent and gifts? Does your Everyday Generosity extend to the support of your local church?

God wants us to be good neighbors, making the world better for all people, one person at a time. He wants us to do this locally and globally, with others or alone, spontaneously or intentionally. Just do it!

It’s not about us. It is about what God is doing through us as we make ourselves and our resources available to Him.

Bible study Preparation with Clara Mae Van BrinkThe Childhood Ministries Team is excited about welcoming Clara Mae Van Brink to our church. She is passionate about helping churches develop a comprehensive ministry to parents that not only helps them be better parents but also equips them to disciple their children. She is a gifted communicator who makes you laugh and learn all at the same time. Her 28 years of ministry experience have provided her with a wealth of practical advice and information for church leaders, teachers, and parents.

august 7 Teachers of children from birth through 6th grade are invited to come to hear her afterSanctuary Worship.

For more info contact joy@fbchsv.org or cindyr@fbchsv.org

Music Ministry Dates to Note

Youth Choir KickoffSunday, August 14, 5:00 p.m.

Children’s Music and Missions KickoffWednesday, August 17

9.11.01: A Memorial ConcertSunday, September 11, 5:00 p.m.

LCT 2011 KickoffWednesday, September 14, 7:00 p.m.

Come and sing with us!

The CenturyMen in ConcertWednesday, October 12, 6:00 p.m.

Orchestra Veterans Day Weekend ConcertSunday, November 13, 5:00 p.m.

Hanging of the GreenSunday, December 4, 10:30 a.m.

The Living Christmas TreePresentations are December 15- 18

Sunday, July 31 First Fellowship 8:15 AM

Morning Bible Study 9:15 AM

Sanctuary Worship 10:30 AM

Evening Worship in Chapel 5:00 PM

Monday, Aug. 1Letter Writing/242 9:00 AM

7th Grade at the Mackey’s 6:00 PM

Tuesday, Aug. 2Grief Share/Parlor 6:00 PM

Forum/118 6:30 PM

Wednesday, Aug. 3Youth Wacky Wednesday 12:00 PM

Supper 4:45 PM

Prayer Meeting 5:45 PM

Orchestra Rehearsal 6:00 PM

Sanctuary Choir 7:00 PM

Thursday, Aug. 4 First Fellowship Band Rehearsal 6:30 PM

Friday, Aug. 5Young & Median Ad. S.S. Leaders/118 6:00 PM

First Baptist Church

600 Governors Drive

Huntsville, AL 35801

The MESSENGER (USPS 591-280) is published weekly except the week of Christmas by

First Baptist Church, 600 Governors Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801. Periodical postage

paid at Huntsville, Alabama 31801-5178. POSTMASTER send change of address to THE

MESSENGER, 600 Governors Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801.

office: 256-428-9400

weekend minister on call: 256-428-9457

24-hour prayer line: 256-428-9460

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this sunday

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Volume 62 / Week Number 28 / July 28, 2011

July 31, 2011Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon: “Disguise of the Divine”

Genesis 32:22-32

First Fellowship - 8:15 a.m.Music from the First Fellowship Band

Morning Bible Study - 9:15 a.m.Bible Study for all ages

Sanctuary Worship - 10:30 a.m.Sanctuary Choir Anthem:

Grace - arr. Mark Hayes

Duet by David and Barbara Sizemore

Worship in the Chapel - 5:00 p.m.Chris Sims, preaching

This Sunday is the last day to bring in school supplies. All items are still

appreciated but there is a great need for wide-ruled notebook paper, disinfecting

wipes, and large boxes of tissues. Monetary donations are also welcomed. The collection bin is located in the East Entrance. Monetary donations are also

welcome. The lists are available online at www.fbchsv.org/schoolsupplies and at the

Welcome Centers.

Morris Elementary 4th and 5th Grades

MeMorials - april 1, 2011 to July 21, 2011BENEVOLENCE FUND

Mr. David LangleyJean W. BergeronJim & ruth DarlingJ. D. & Barbara Kirkland

CHILDREN’S HOME

Mrs. Jeanne Burns AccardiMrs. Evalyn Thomas HollonJim & Marian accardi

Mrs. Dorothy AllenMrs. Annie Cantrellsidney & Joanne allen

Mrs. Darla BailesMrs. Gene Bailes

Mrs. Maude E. BassBetty Thurstone

Mrs. May Hall Buchananelizabeth Newcomb

Mrs. Nina ChandlerJimmy Chandler

Mrs. Allie ClarkMrs. Margery ClarkF. l. Clark

Mrs. Essie Gill FanetteMrs. Willodean Catrett RhodesMarcus & lois rhodes

Mr. John T. GambleMary Gamble

Mrs. Lorena JustusCarl Justus

Mrs. Bessie M. WebbBenjamin Webb

YOUTH SPRING CAMPMr. David LangleyMichael & Joy Moore

“FAITH STEPS TO THE FUTURE”

Mrs. Mary Creel BurksJanice & Bill Whipple

Mr. Bill Clevelandellene C. ClevelandWilliam & Joann HadawayBarbara & J. D. Kirkland, Jr.Creighton & sue leeJean & G. F. Mangum, Jr. Joan Holcomb MorrisChristine & steven rowellDorothy & William rowell, Jr.Barry & Julie Turman sara WestDr. & Mrs. Buford l. WhittDorrene a. Whorton

Mr. Carter Mitchellailsa M. Ballrandy & Brenda BoundsJoseph & louise Craftannie J. FordWinfred & Frances Joneselizabeth s. “libby” loderNational association of letter Carriers (rocket City Branch)Violet T. ovaadelaide T. steinbergFranklin VanlandinghamJohn & Jean Wiggins

Mrs. Dorothy OwensJean Walker

Mr. Greer RubleJoyce & John atchleyemma r. CatlettCurtis & sara elder

Mr. Joe Walker, Jr.James & Betsy Hurstrobert & Nancy leslie iiiBen & lossie smallJean WalkerJeff & Barbara ann WalkerMichael & Kate Walkerstephen Walker

HYMN BOOK MEMORIAL

Dr. Eugene BrasherFBC sanctuary Choir

Mr. Charles Bernard JonesFBC sanctuary ChoirBillie Perkins

Mrs. Dorothy OwensFBC sanctuary ChoirPearson and associates Billie Perkins

MEMORIAL FUND

Mr. and Mrs. Bill DavisCarl HibbertDavid HibbertDottie HibbertTom HibbertJane sneed lynnandrew sneedMarydae sneedrankin sneed

Dr. Willard Millerarnold & sara stokes

Mr. Wendal “Boo” Payne, Jr.Carl a. Morring, Jr.

Mr. Poh-Seng WongFBC sanctuary Choir

SPECIAL MISSIONS

Mrs. Martha BootheMrs. Sue TidwellJoy sunday school Class

Mrs. Fauvette GarrisonPaul & Martha Nelson

Mr. Charles Mauldin Carolyn Blevins CavalarisWalter & Carolyn JacksonJ. D. & Barbara KirklandCarl & Patricia KubyMegan & James MooreJanet & earl Williams

HONORARIUMS April 1 – June 30, 2011

CHILDREN’S HOMEMrs. Monetious Blackburn

Myra Haythorn

Mrs. Kitty Talleyluke Talley

“FAITH STEPS TO THE FUTURE”Mrs. Nancy Morton

The Charles Mauldin Family

MADISON COUNRY DISASTER RELIEF

Mrs. Rebecca Harris(Happy Birthday)

Kim Johnson

MISSIONS

Mrs. Ethel BushHer Joy sunday school Class

Benefit for eSLOur member, Austin Boyd’s next novel, Nobody’s Child, will release on August

1st nationwide. The Jones Valley Barnes and Noble will host an unveiling of the

book on August 1st from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Barnes and Noble will devote 15% of all of the profits for all sales in the store

for two days (August 1st and 2nd) to our ESL Ministry.

Come out and support a great story and a great cause!

FBC Huntsville estaBlisHes new PartnersHiP witH laKewOOD eleMentarY sCHOOl

As you know our schools are an extremely important aspect of our community. We expect the school system to produce the highest results in the education of our children. In many circumstances there are numerous difficulties to meet the educational needs of our area students. There has been some wonderful support to our schools that has come from caring Christians and churches in our area and some astounding results have transpired. One example is the work of Southwood Presbyterian in the Lincoln Village community. Lincoln Elementary was able to bring their scores from one of the lowest schools to one of the highest, all because Southwood and other churches cared and volunteered to help.

First Baptist is in a unique position to begin an adventure in the same manner with Lakewood Elementary School. After much research and interviews with administrations in our area we believe Lakewood is a place where God is leading our church to accept the challenge of providing support.

During the month of August you will hear of ways our church can support the mission of assisting Lakewood for the next twelve months. We will provide information of how you can help and volunteer in this effort. This Sunday I will share the hope we have for this ministry. Watch for information coming your way in the days ahead. Begin praying right now how God would want you to be involved and how our church can make a wonderful difference in the lives of students, teachers, and parents in that community.

Submitted by Mike Pearce, Minister of Missions & Outreachmike@fbchsv.org

Lakewood ElementaryQuick Facts

Location: 3501 Kenwood DrivePrincipal: Frederick BarnesTeachers: 22Students: 448Mascot: Lions

First Baptist Church

600 Governors Drive

Huntsville, AL 35801

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paid at Huntsville, Alabama 31801-5178. POSTMASTER send change of address to THE

MESSENGER, 600 Governors Drive, Huntsville, AL 35801.

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knowing, lov ing, serv ing Christ...together

Volume 62 / Week Number 28 / July 28, 2011

July 31, 2011Seventh Sunday after Pentecost

Sermon: “Disguise of the Divine”

Genesis 32:22-32

First Fellowship - 8:15 a.m.Music from the First Fellowship Band

Morning Bible Study - 9:15 a.m.Bible Study for all ages

Sanctuary Worship - 10:30 a.m.Sanctuary Choir Anthem:

Grace - arr. Mark Hayes

Duet by David and Barbara Sizemore

Worship in the Chapel - 5:00 p.m.Chris Sims, preaching

This Sunday is the last day to bring in school supplies. All items are still

appreciated but there is a great need for wide-ruled notebook paper, disinfecting

wipes, and large boxes of tissues. Monetary donations are also welcomed. The collection bin is located in the East Entrance. Monetary donations are also

welcome. The lists are available online at www.fbchsv.org/schoolsupplies and at the

Welcome Centers.

Morris Elementary 4th and 5th Grades

MeMorials - april 1, 2011 to July 21, 2011BENEVOLENCE FUND

Mr. David LangleyJean W. BergeronJim & ruth DarlingJ. D. & Barbara Kirkland

CHILDREN’S HOME

Mrs. Jeanne Burns AccardiMrs. Evalyn Thomas HollonJim & Marian accardi

Mrs. Dorothy AllenMrs. Annie Cantrellsidney & Joanne allen

Mrs. Darla BailesMrs. Gene Bailes

Mrs. Maude E. BassBetty Thurstone

Mrs. May Hall Buchananelizabeth Newcomb

Mrs. Nina ChandlerJimmy Chandler

Mrs. Allie ClarkMrs. Margery ClarkF. l. Clark

Mrs. Essie Gill FanetteMrs. Willodean Catrett RhodesMarcus & lois rhodes

Mr. John T. GambleMary Gamble

Mrs. Lorena JustusCarl Justus

Mrs. Bessie M. WebbBenjamin Webb

YOUTH SPRING CAMPMr. David LangleyMichael & Joy Moore

“FAITH STEPS TO THE FUTURE”

Mrs. Mary Creel BurksJanice & Bill Whipple

Mr. Bill Clevelandellene C. ClevelandWilliam & Joann HadawayBarbara & J. D. Kirkland, Jr.Creighton & sue leeJean & G. F. Mangum, Jr. Joan Holcomb MorrisChristine & steven rowellDorothy & William rowell, Jr.Barry & Julie Turman sara WestDr. & Mrs. Buford l. WhittDorrene a. Whorton

Mr. Carter Mitchellailsa M. Ballrandy & Brenda BoundsJoseph & louise Craftannie J. FordWinfred & Frances Joneselizabeth s. “libby” loderNational association of letter Carriers (rocket City Branch)Violet T. ovaadelaide T. steinbergFranklin VanlandinghamJohn & Jean Wiggins

Mrs. Dorothy OwensJean Walker

Mr. Greer RubleJoyce & John atchleyemma r. CatlettCurtis & sara elder

Mr. Joe Walker, Jr.James & Betsy Hurstrobert & Nancy leslie iiiBen & lossie smallJean WalkerJeff & Barbara ann WalkerMichael & Kate Walkerstephen Walker

HYMN BOOK MEMORIAL

Dr. Eugene BrasherFBC sanctuary Choir

Mr. Charles Bernard JonesFBC sanctuary ChoirBillie Perkins

Mrs. Dorothy OwensFBC sanctuary ChoirPearson and associates Billie Perkins

MEMORIAL FUND

Mr. and Mrs. Bill DavisCarl HibbertDavid HibbertDottie HibbertTom HibbertJane sneed lynnandrew sneedMarydae sneedrankin sneed

Dr. Willard Millerarnold & sara stokes

Mr. Wendal “Boo” Payne, Jr.Carl a. Morring, Jr.

Mr. Poh-Seng WongFBC sanctuary Choir

SPECIAL MISSIONS

Mrs. Martha BootheMrs. Sue TidwellJoy sunday school Class

Mrs. Fauvette GarrisonPaul & Martha Nelson

Mr. Charles Mauldin Carolyn Blevins CavalarisWalter & Carolyn JacksonJ. D. & Barbara KirklandCarl & Patricia KubyMegan & James MooreJanet & earl Williams

HONORARIUMS April 1 – June 30, 2011

CHILDREN’S HOMEMrs. Monetious Blackburn

Myra Haythorn

Mrs. Kitty Talleyluke Talley

“FAITH STEPS TO THE FUTURE”Mrs. Nancy Morton

The Charles Mauldin Family

MADISON COUNRY DISASTER RELIEF

Mrs. Rebecca Harris(Happy Birthday)

Kim Johnson

MISSIONS

Mrs. Ethel BushHer Joy sunday school Class

Benefit for eSLOur member, Austin Boyd’s next novel, Nobody’s Child, will release on August

1st nationwide. The Jones Valley Barnes and Noble will host an unveiling of the

book on August 1st from 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Barnes and Noble will devote 15% of all of the profits for all sales in the store

for two days (August 1st and 2nd) to our ESL Ministry.

Come out and support a great story and a great cause!

FBC Huntsville estaBlisHes new PartnersHiP witH laKewOOD eleMentarY sCHOOl

As you know our schools are an extremely important aspect of our community. We expect the school system to produce the highest results in the education of our children. In many circumstances there are numerous difficulties to meet the educational needs of our area students. There has been some wonderful support to our schools that has come from caring Christians and churches in our area and some astounding results have transpired. One example is the work of Southwood Presbyterian in the Lincoln Village community. Lincoln Elementary was able to bring their scores from one of the lowest schools to one of the highest, all because Southwood and other churches cared and volunteered to help.

First Baptist is in a unique position to begin an adventure in the same manner with Lakewood Elementary School. After much research and interviews with administrations in our area we believe Lakewood is a place where God is leading our church to accept the challenge of providing support.

During the month of August you will hear of ways our church can support the mission of assisting Lakewood for the next twelve months. We will provide information of how you can help and volunteer in this effort. This Sunday I will share the hope we have for this ministry. Watch for information coming your way in the days ahead. Begin praying right now how God would want you to be involved and how our church can make a wonderful difference in the lives of students, teachers, and parents in that community.

Submitted by Mike Pearce, Minister of Missions & Outreachmike@fbchsv.org

Lakewood ElementaryQuick Facts

Location: 3501 Kenwood DrivePrincipal: Frederick BarnesTeachers: 22Students: 448Mascot: Lions