volume 64 / week number 6 / february 7, 2013 the...
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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
The Messengerfbchsv.org
firsT bapTisT hunTsville
this sunday
knowing, lov ing, serv ing Christ...together
First Baptist Church
600 Governors Drive
Huntsville, AL 35801
Volume 64 / Week Number 6 / February 7, 2013
First thoughtsDavid hull, Pastor
thirty years is a long time. Just think about it. thirty years ago i did not have a cell phone, had never heard of the internet, and did not even have cable television. Just think of what has happened during these last three decades!
our church began a wonderful tradition in 1984. First Baptist Church on governors Drive began to worship together with First Missionary Baptist Church on Blue spring road.
The first meeting took place in our Sanctuary and was held on the last sunday of February. it was race relations sunday, and Dr. Julius scruggs preached and the choir
from First Missionary Baptist sang. Later, Dr. Langley preached and our choir sang as we went to worship in their building. A wonderful tradition was born and continues to this day. this month marks the thirtieth February that our two churches have come together for worship. Dr. scruggs continues as the outstanding Pastor of First Missionary Baptist Church and i am the fourth Pastor of First Baptist on governors Drive to have the privilege to preach in the pulpit of that great church.
sunday night you have the opportunity to take part in this wonderful worship experience. We will worship in the sanctuary of First Missionary Baptist Church on Blue spring road. Pre-service music begins with our orchestra playing at 6:15 p.m. and worship will start at 6:30 p.m. i will preach and our sanctuary Choir will sing. Worship will be followed by a rich time of fellowship for all.
i hope that you will be able to join us for this special worship service on sunday night. Last year i quoted the delighful words that ralph Langley wrote in the Messenger the week before the first worship service in 1984. Since this is our thirtieth February to worship together, let me echo them again:
We should all be all-blessed-up by this cordial exchange. i hope you will help us by your prayers/participation/ and particularly your gooD WiLL. Please be supportive and encouraging. And o you will be blessed! that’s a promise.
Well said, ralph! You were exactly right.
February 10, 2013Sermon
“Controlled Speech”James 3:1-12
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.The Young Musicians Choir will sing
The FBC Orchestra will playSanctuary Choir Anthem:
Blessed Assurance/I Must Tell Jesusarr. McDonald
Offertory by “Heavy Metal, No Strings Attached” (FBC Tuba-Euphonium
Ensemble)
Ladies Luncheonimmediately following Sanctuary Worship
Fellowship Hall
Foundations for Life ClassesPastor’s Class will not meet this week
Blood Profiles
First Baptist is again partnering with Huntsville Hospital to offer blood profiles at a reduced cost. Forms are available in the
Church Office. Lab work must be performed during the month of February. the cost is $30 for the Executive profile, $35 for the Executive Male Profile (with the PSA for prostate) and an additional test for heart
disease (hsCRP) is $10.
GriefSharetuesdays, 6:00 PM in the church Parlor
Session Five – Your Family and Griefthis session shares how to keep a family afloat when its members are drowning in grief. it also presents some of the unique issues involved in grieving the death of
a child. Cost is $15.00 for the workbook. scholarships are available. Contact Betty Barnett at 256-864-2311 or Fran Wilson at
256-837-4906 for more information.
Christian Women’s Job Corpshas a Facebook page!
Christian Women’s Job Corps of Madison County, AL, inc.
CWJC is a ministry supported by First Baptist. their mission is guiding women
to a better future, giving hope, education, and self-sufficiency to women in need. Go
online and “like” their facebook page!
$1,404.69 was given sunday through people dropping change in soup pots. this
amount will be divided equally between hAP, MANNA house, and the Downtown rescue Mission to assist in feeding the
hungry of our city. thank you, First Baptist huntsville, for your generosity to the souper
Bowl of Caring offering.
Ash Wednesday WorshipFebruary 13, Noon, in the Chapel
The sixth Chapter of the Gospel of John is the longest chapter in this great Gospel. The entire chapter develops the theme of Jesus being the Bread of Life who came down from
heaven as a gift for us. Even greater than the manna in the Old Testament which was known as the Bread of Heaven, Jesus offers eternal life to us if we will be nourished by this Bread. During Lent and Easter we will focus upon John 6 as we worship on Sunday
mornings and eat of this Bread of Heaven.
the FBC orchestra and Men’s Ensemble will present a mini-concert at 6:15 p.m. prior to the worship service. the FBC sanctuary Choir and orchestra will perform. Worship service will begin at 6:30 p.m. with David hull preaching.
Directions to FMBC: From North Parkway, turn west onto Sparkman, then north (right) onto Blue spring. Church will be on the left.
fbchsv.org
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
Wednesday Night Dinner MenuWednesday, February 13
AdultsChicken Parmesan with Pasta
Tossed SaladGarlic Bread
SaladFried Chicken Salad
(Reservations for salad must be turned in by noon on Wednesday.)
STEWARDSHIP REPORT
02/03/13
Year-to-Date Goal $ 1,640,000.00
Offering
This Week $ 86,212.20
YTD $ 1,646,608.94
Faith Steps - Admin Suite
This Week $ 12,421.00
YTD $ 576,981.03
To Date: $ 591,016.03
Faith Steps to the Future
This Week $ 10,310.00
YTD $ 615,073.97
To Date: $ 4,497,622.10
ATTENDANCE
Sunday SchoolPreschool 67
Children 84
Students 146
Adults 704
Brookdale 14
Visitors 32
TOTAL 1046
Worship Service
First Fellowship 531
Sanctuary Worship 572
TOTAL 1103
THANK YOU
A thank you note has been received from Mike, Dorothy, and Donna Traynham. It has
been placed on the bulletin board across from the church office.
February 22-24Tickets on sale now!
www.fbchsv.org/life
Family Matters OUR NEWESTAva Elizabeth richardson, daughter of Jamie and John richardson, born January 16, 2013. Proud grandparents are Dottie and E.C. richardson.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERSBrandon and Mallory holland4512 Colewood Circlehuntsville, AL 35802
Ellie & samantha Woodrow104 Victorian rose Lanegurley, AL 35748
Marilyn & tommy Freeman514 harolds Drivehuntsville, AL 35806
CHRISTIAN SYMPATHYBen and Wendy Bragg in the loss of his mother, and Mary Bragg in the loss of her grandmother, Nell Bragg.
Friday, February 22: Doyle Dykes Concert, 7:00 p.m.
Tickets may be purchased in the church office or online at www.fbchsv.org/lifeOnline orders may be picked up in the FBC office or when you arrive for the Retreat Weekend. At the time of ticket purchase, you will be asked which session(s) you/your family plan to attend.
Retreat Seminars for YOU (Saturday, Feb. 23):Marriage – Dale and Jena Forehand, Stained Glass MinistriesParenting – Brad Griffin, co-author of Sticky FaithLife at the Crossroads – Loyd Allen, spiritual guide and professorPreschool Praise Day – Miss Patty CakeChildren’s Mini Camp – Nic Allen and Team, Rolling Hills Community ChurchBoomers, Empty Nesters, & Beyond – David and Claudia Aarp, Marriage Alive
Children ages 2-12:$5.00 for the weekendNo charge for children under 2 years$25.00 max/family
Adults:Doyle Dykes Concert on Friday: $5.00Seminars on Saturday: $5.00Both: $10.00
Young AdultCommunity & Bible Visions Class
Mardi GrasParty
Tuesday, Feb. 126:30 p.m.
Gathering Place
Young Adults of FBC are celebrating Mardi Gras with food and fun and inviting members of FBC Community Class and Bible Visions Class to be their guests. Jambalaya, King's Cake, and other surprises are in the works. We'll be in the Gathering Place. Hope you can attend! Need childcare? Call the Childhood Ministry Office by noon on this Sunday at 256-428-9411.
Sunday, Feb 10First Fellowship 8:15 AMMorning Bible Study 9:15 AMSanctuary Worship 10:30 AMLadies Luncheon/FH 11:45 AMFoundations for Life Classes 4:00 & 5:00 PMStudent Choir/CR , 343 5:00 PMStudent Choir Snacks/241 6:00 PMJoint Worship at FMBC 6:30 PM Monday, Feb. 11Letter Writing/240 9:00 AMBalance Classes 9:00 AMHallelujah Choir/CR 10:30 AM Tuesday, Feb. 12 Student Prayer Breakfast 6:45 AMTues. Morn. Intercess./242 7:00 AMWomen’s Bible Study/343 9:00 AMVenture Scouts/342 6:00 PMGrief Share/Parlor 6:00 PMYg. Ad. Mardi Gras Party 6:30 PMAdult Handbells/318 7:00 PMBoy Scouts 7:00 PM Wednesday, Feb. 13Balance Classes 9:00 AMSupper/FH 4:45 PMFinancial Peace/118 5:00 PMMusic & Missions 5:30 PMMen, Women’s Bible St./111 5:45 PMWomen’s Bible St./114 5:45 PMMarriage Class/324 5:45 PMPrayer Service/FH 5:45 PMOrchestra/Sanct. 6:00 PMLiftOff/Student Center 6:00 PMSanctuary Choir/Ch. R. 7:00 PM Thursday, Feb. 14S.I.L.K./108 12:00 PM
Friday, Feb. 15Scrapbooking/FH 9:00 AMBalance Classes 9:00 AM
What: A 10-day holy Land tour led by David hull and Mark seanorWhen: December 26, 2013-January 4, 2014
An interest meeting will be held Sunday, February 17 at 6:15 p.m. in the Parlor.
First Baptist’s EsL program is celebrating as the oldest continuing EsL program in the state of Alabama. We are thankful for all the many teachers, leaders, nursery care workers, those who bring snacks, and all the other volunteers who help make this ministry possible to so many who need a friendly hand. Please pray for all the students as we share and demonstrate the love of Christ. thanks be to god.
English as a second Language45 Years of Ministry
fbchsv.org
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
Wednesday Night Dinner MenuWednesday, February 13
AdultsChicken Parmesan with Pasta
Tossed SaladGarlic Bread
SaladFried Chicken Salad
(Reservations for salad must be turned in by noon on Wednesday.)
STEWARDSHIP REPORT
02/03/13
Year-to-Date Goal $ 1,640,000.00
Offering
This Week $ 86,212.20
YTD $ 1,646,608.94
Faith Steps - Admin Suite
This Week $ 12,421.00
YTD $ 576,981.03
To Date: $ 591,016.03
Faith Steps to the Future
This Week $ 10,310.00
YTD $ 615,073.97
To Date: $ 4,497,622.10
ATTENDANCE
Sunday SchoolPreschool 67
Children 84
Students 146
Adults 704
Brookdale 14
Visitors 32
TOTAL 1046
Worship Service
First Fellowship 531
Sanctuary Worship 572
TOTAL 1103
THANK YOU
A thank you note has been received from Mike, Dorothy, and Donna Traynham. It has
been placed on the bulletin board across from the church office.
February 22-24Tickets on sale now!
www.fbchsv.org/life
Family Matters OUR NEWESTAva Elizabeth richardson, daughter of Jamie and John richardson, born January 16, 2013. Proud grandparents are Dottie and E.C. richardson.
WELCOME NEW MEMBERSBrandon and Mallory holland4512 Colewood Circlehuntsville, AL 35802
Ellie & samantha Woodrow104 Victorian rose Lanegurley, AL 35748
Marilyn & tommy Freeman514 harolds Drivehuntsville, AL 35806
CHRISTIAN SYMPATHYBen and Wendy Bragg in the loss of his mother, and Mary Bragg in the loss of her grandmother, Nell Bragg.
Friday, February 22: Doyle Dykes Concert, 7:00 p.m.
Tickets may be purchased in the church office or online at www.fbchsv.org/lifeOnline orders may be picked up in the FBC office or when you arrive for the Retreat Weekend. At the time of ticket purchase, you will be asked which session(s) you/your family plan to attend.
Retreat Seminars for YOU (Saturday, Feb. 23):Marriage – Dale and Jena Forehand, Stained Glass MinistriesParenting – Brad Griffin, co-author of Sticky FaithLife at the Crossroads – Loyd Allen, spiritual guide and professorPreschool Praise Day – Miss Patty CakeChildren’s Mini Camp – Nic Allen and Team, Rolling Hills Community ChurchBoomers, Empty Nesters, & Beyond – David and Claudia Aarp, Marriage Alive
Children ages 2-12:$5.00 for the weekendNo charge for children under 2 years$25.00 max/family
Adults:Doyle Dykes Concert on Friday: $5.00Seminars on Saturday: $5.00Both: $10.00
Young AdultCommunity & Bible Visions Class
Mardi GrasParty
Tuesday, Feb. 126:30 p.m.
Gathering Place
Young Adults of FBC are celebrating Mardi Gras with food and fun and inviting members of FBC Community Class and Bible Visions Class to be their guests. Jambalaya, King's Cake, and other surprises are in the works. We'll be in the Gathering Place. Hope you can attend! Need childcare? Call the Childhood Ministry Office by noon on this Sunday at 256-428-9411.
Sunday, Feb 10First Fellowship 8:15 AMMorning Bible Study 9:15 AMSanctuary Worship 10:30 AMLadies Luncheon/FH 11:45 AMFoundations for Life Classes 4:00 & 5:00 PMStudent Choir/CR , 343 5:00 PMStudent Choir Snacks/241 6:00 PMJoint Worship at FMBC 6:30 PM Monday, Feb. 11Letter Writing/240 9:00 AMBalance Classes 9:00 AMHallelujah Choir/CR 10:30 AM Tuesday, Feb. 12 Student Prayer Breakfast 6:45 AMTues. Morn. Intercess./242 7:00 AMWomen’s Bible Study/343 9:00 AMVenture Scouts/342 6:00 PMGrief Share/Parlor 6:00 PMYg. Ad. Mardi Gras Party 6:30 PMAdult Handbells/318 7:00 PMBoy Scouts 7:00 PM Wednesday, Feb. 13Balance Classes 9:00 AMSupper/FH 4:45 PMFinancial Peace/118 5:00 PMMusic & Missions 5:30 PMMen, Women’s Bible St./111 5:45 PMWomen’s Bible St./114 5:45 PMMarriage Class/324 5:45 PMPrayer Service/FH 5:45 PMOrchestra/Sanct. 6:00 PMLiftOff/Student Center 6:00 PMSanctuary Choir/Ch. R. 7:00 PM Thursday, Feb. 14S.I.L.K./108 12:00 PM
Friday, Feb. 15Scrapbooking/FH 9:00 AMBalance Classes 9:00 AM
What: A 10-day holy Land tour led by David hull and Mark seanorWhen: December 26, 2013-January 4, 2014
An interest meeting will be held Sunday, February 17 at 6:15 p.m. in the Parlor.
First Baptist’s EsL program is celebrating as the oldest continuing EsL program in the state of Alabama. We are thankful for all the many teachers, leaders, nursery care workers, those who bring snacks, and all the other volunteers who help make this ministry possible to so many who need a friendly hand. Please pray for all the students as we share and demonstrate the love of Christ. thanks be to god.
English as a second Language45 Years of Ministry
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
The Messengerfbchsv.org
firsT bapTisT hunTsville
this sunday
knowing, lov ing, serv ing Christ...together
First Baptist Church
600 Governors Drive
Huntsville, AL 35801
Volume 64 / Week Number 6 / February 7, 2013
First thoughtsDavid hull, Pastor
thirty years is a long time. Just think about it. thirty years ago i did not have a cell phone, had never heard of the internet, and did not even have cable television. Just think of what has happened during these last three decades!
our church began a wonderful tradition in 1984. First Baptist Church on governors Drive began to worship together with First Missionary Baptist Church on Blue spring road.
The first meeting took place in our Sanctuary and was held on the last sunday of February. it was race relations sunday, and Dr. Julius scruggs preached and the choir
from First Missionary Baptist sang. Later, Dr. Langley preached and our choir sang as we went to worship in their building. A wonderful tradition was born and continues to this day. this month marks the thirtieth February that our two churches have come together for worship. Dr. scruggs continues as the outstanding Pastor of First Missionary Baptist Church and i am the fourth Pastor of First Baptist on governors Drive to have the privilege to preach in the pulpit of that great church.
sunday night you have the opportunity to take part in this wonderful worship experience. We will worship in the sanctuary of First Missionary Baptist Church on Blue spring road. Pre-service music begins with our orchestra playing at 6:15 p.m. and worship will start at 6:30 p.m. i will preach and our sanctuary Choir will sing. Worship will be followed by a rich time of fellowship for all.
i hope that you will be able to join us for this special worship service on sunday night. Last year i quoted the delighful words that ralph Langley wrote in the Messenger the week before the first worship service in 1984. Since this is our thirtieth February to worship together, let me echo them again:
We should all be all-blessed-up by this cordial exchange. i hope you will help us by your prayers/participation/ and particularly your gooD WiLL. Please be supportive and encouraging. And o you will be blessed! that’s a promise.
Well said, ralph! You were exactly right.
February 10, 2013Sermon
“Controlled Speech”James 3:1-12
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.The Young Musicians Choir will sing
The FBC Orchestra will playSanctuary Choir Anthem:
Blessed Assurance/I Must Tell Jesusarr. McDonald
Offertory by “Heavy Metal, No Strings Attached” (FBC Tuba-Euphonium
Ensemble)
Ladies Luncheonimmediately following Sanctuary Worship
Fellowship Hall
Foundations for Life ClassesPastor’s Class will not meet this week
Blood Profiles
First Baptist is again partnering with Huntsville Hospital to offer blood profiles at a reduced cost. Forms are available in the
Church Office. Lab work must be performed during the month of February. the cost is $30 for the Executive profile, $35 for the Executive Male Profile (with the PSA for prostate) and an additional test for heart
disease (hsCRP) is $10.
GriefSharetuesdays, 6:00 PM in the church Parlor
Session Five – Your Family and Griefthis session shares how to keep a family afloat when its members are drowning in grief. it also presents some of the unique issues involved in grieving the death of
a child. Cost is $15.00 for the workbook. scholarships are available. Contact Betty Barnett at 256-864-2311 or Fran Wilson at
256-837-4906 for more information.
Christian Women’s Job Corpshas a Facebook page!
Christian Women’s Job Corps of Madison County, AL, inc.
CWJC is a ministry supported by First Baptist. their mission is guiding women
to a better future, giving hope, education, and self-sufficiency to women in need. Go
online and “like” their facebook page!
$1,404.69 was given sunday through people dropping change in soup pots. this
amount will be divided equally between hAP, MANNA house, and the Downtown rescue Mission to assist in feeding the
hungry of our city. thank you, First Baptist huntsville, for your generosity to the souper
Bowl of Caring offering.
Ash Wednesday WorshipFebruary 13, Noon, in the Chapel
The sixth Chapter of the Gospel of John is the longest chapter in this great Gospel. The entire chapter develops the theme of Jesus being the Bread of Life who came down from
heaven as a gift for us. Even greater than the manna in the Old Testament which was known as the Bread of Heaven, Jesus offers eternal life to us if we will be nourished by this Bread. During Lent and Easter we will focus upon John 6 as we worship on Sunday
mornings and eat of this Bread of Heaven.
the FBC orchestra and Men’s Ensemble will present a mini-concert at 6:15 p.m. prior to the worship service. the FBC sanctuary Choir and orchestra will perform. Worship service will begin at 6:30 p.m. with David hull preaching.
Directions to FMBC: From North Parkway, turn west onto Sparkman, then north (right) onto Blue spring. Church will be on the left.