6-27-09

First Word

First Baptist Church Naples

June 27 & 28, 2009

Our Special Guest Next Weekend, July 4 & 5, is

Dr. Richard Land

President of the Southern Baptist Convention’s Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission Our worship choir and orchestra will be providing special patriotic music in the Sunday, July 5th service.

Join us as we welcome the

United States Air Force Marching Band

Friday, July 3 7:00-9:00 p.m. in the Worship Center This will be a very special concert including a flag folding ceremony where the 13 folds of the flag are explained. You won’t want to miss that! Plus, the flag that they are bringing has flown over the United States Capital Building.

Next Weekend, We Welcome a High-Impact Leader

Next weekend as we remember our nation’s independence, it is my great joy to welcome Dr. Richard Land to our pulpit. Since 1988, he has served as President of our Southern Baptist Convention Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission. With an undergraduate degree from Princeton and a doctorate from Oxford, he is one of the most brilliant thinkers on the American scene and a powerful spokesman for our conservative and biblical values. He has represented us in the halls of Congress, before U.S. Presidents, and in the media on various talk shows and in numerous articles. He was featured in Time magazine as one of the “twenty-five most influential evangelicals in America.” He hosts three nationally syndicated radio programs, speaking clearly and powerfully to the social, ethical, and public policy issues of our nation. Richard’s latest book is The Divided States of America? What Liberals and Conservatives are Missing in the God-and-Country Shouting Match! He takes to task both from the right and the left those who would misunderstand the issue of “separation of church and state.” Dr. Land will speak in all of our services from biblical themes and then will do a freeflowing question and answer time following the services during what would normally be the Bible & Life Group hour. This is a rare opportunity for us to dialogue with a highimpact leader who understands the “ins and outs” of our current political situation and ethical challenges. When the founders of our nation made “a statement of independence” in the final section of the Declaration of Independence, they affirmed “self-evident truths” and our “Creator” God. They were “appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world.” They closed with “a firm reliance on the protection of divine providence.” Our nation began with these godly professions by many men who were themselves godly. Certainly our Pledge of Allegiance is not unconstitutional with its wording, “under God.” As Dr. Land wrote in an article: “One nation under God is not forcing every American to admit the existence of deity or to worship a Supreme Being. It is to acknowledge…that our Republic is not supreme, despite our allegiance to it, but there is One who is.” May we declare our independence this weekend from fear and secular thinking, not “wringing our hands” but “lifting up holy hands” in prayer for our nation and leaders “in faith and truth” (1 Timothy 2:1-8).

Guest Reception

There is a guest reception in the Commons immediately following the Saturday night and Sunday morning worship services. Come and meet Dr. Wicker.

Help Us Protect Parental Rights

The Parental Rights Amendment: SECTION 1: The liberty of parents to direct the upbringing and education of their children is a fundamental right. SECTION 2: Neither the United States nor any State shall infringe upon this right without demonstrating that its government interest as applied to the person is of the highest order and not otherwise served. SECTION 3: No treaty may be adopted nor shall any source of international law be employed to supersede, modify, interpret, or apply to the rights guaranteed by this article. You can sign this petition at ParentalRights.org. Protect the children by empowering the parents!

Janet’s Summer Reading Club

Ladies, once again this year, join us for a precious time of book discussion with our Senior Pastor’s wife, Janet Wicker. This year promises to be even more exciting and rewarding than last year. All books are available in our bookstore. Light refreshments will be served at all meetings.

Our First Night is this Tuesday, June 30 at 7:00 p.m. in the Commons “Shadow of the Almighty” by Elisabeth Elliot

This book tells the gripping story of the life and testament of Jim Elliot. This very personal account by the woman who would become his wife reveals a missionary story that is truly a heroic spiritual pilgrimage. Original writings from Jim Elliot himself are included and give insight into the heart of a man who could pray, “Give me not a long life, but a full one, like you, Lord Jesus.” It is considered a modern Christian classic. Janet is happy to announce that Karen Head will be joining her for the last session of our Reading Club on August 25. We have added the book “Your Boy: Raising a Godly Son in an Ungodly World” also by Vicki Courtney. This book will do for moms of boys what the other book “Five Conversations You Must Have With Your Daughter” will accomplish for moms of girls. Because both their needs are unique, we will discuss these books in separate groups that night. As you parent and guide a young boy to become a young godly man, this additional book will encourage you, challenge you, and help your son avoid the pitfalls of cultural pressures. See the Lighthouse Bookstore to purchase this book, and add it to your summer reading schedule.

Experiencing

GOD

Every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in the Worship Center, Men’s Ministry and Women’s Ministry meet together around tables organized by Bible and Life Group. Workbooks are on sale in the Lighthouse Bookstore.

Athletic Field Update

The athletic field is well on its way to the completion date of August 1st. This new field will be used for field and track meets, soccer events, and football. All of this was made possible by an anonymous, generous designated gift by one of our members. More photographs and updates will be provided in First Word in the weeks to come so you can take note of the progress.

Preschool Ministry Spotlight Little Known Facts You Need to Know about 2009 Tuesday RefresHer and EnricHer

Did you know that while you have attended RefresHer/Enricher on Tuesday mornings, 50 young children have been learning how God made the World?

Wednesday Night RefresHer and Men’s Ministries

Did you know that while you have attended Wednesday night Bible study, 441 children (birth through fifth grade) have been learning to hide God’s Word in their hearts?

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)

Did you know that while young moms have attended MOPS, 66 young children have been learning that Jesus loves them?

Island Kidz Worship

Did you know that while you have attended adult worship, 141 kindergartners have been learning how to worship, give an offering, learn the books of the Bible, pray, and serve?

KidzTown Worship

Did you know that while you attended adult worship, a weekly average of 204 grade-schoolers have been worshipping the Lord kid-style.

Bible and Life Groups

Did you know that while you attended your Bible & Life Group, 1,322 individual children (birth through fifth grade) have been learning biblical doctrines about God, Jesus, the Bible, church, others, and God’s World?

What Does This Mean?

Children can’t teach themselves! Many of us remember the many adults, other than our parents, who invested their time to tell us about Jesus! More than 275 volunteers are needed each week to teach children at our church. Would you prayerfully consider investing your life in the church of the next generation? Through the summer, some classes have no teachers at all! Come and observe, and see what you can do to change the world for Jesus one child at a time. Please call Beverly Day at 596-8600 x351 or email her at [email protected]. These precise numbers represent individual children who have been impacted at First Baptist Church Naples. The numbers are understated, because they do not include the hundreds of children who have visited our church in 2009.

Lighthouse Cafe Monday - Thursday Morning Special Brewed Coffee or Tea and a Bagel Only $2.50 Monday - Thursday All Day Special Vitamin Water and a Bagel Only $2.50

Don’t forget some of our regular summer favorites Ice-spressos (regular or light), Edy’s ice cream, Smoothies, Lattes, Cappuccinos, Espressos, etc. Monday - Thursday Lunches Salads and Sandwiches All prepared by Chef Herb Small Made with Boars Head meats and cheeses Only $4.95

On Sale Now At the Bookstore Dr. Richard Land’s two most recent books, The Divided States of America? and Imagine! A God-Blessed America, are now on sale at your Lighthouse Bookstore. Dr. Land has agreed to a book-signing both Saturday, July 4th and Sunday, July 5th. Come in early for your copies and avoid the rush next weekend! Ladies, don’t forget to purchase your copy of A Voice in the Wind by Francine Rivers, the July selection of Janet’s Summer Reading Club. For the August selection, you now have a choice of books... Five Conversations You Must Have With Your Daughter by Vicki Courtney (discussion led by Janet Wicker) or Your Boy: Raising a Godly Son in an Ungodly World also by Vicki Courtney (discussion led by Karen Head). Come in and take advantage of all the summer savings. Visit your bookstore today!

Missions Spotlight

Awestruck Ministries Awestruck Ministries is committed to reaching people the world over with the gospel and expanding the Kingdom using empowered indigenous church planters and pastors. Awestruck has worked in North Africa, the Caribbean basin, and is currently working in Baja California, Mexico. We are pleased to report good things from our May 9-17, 2009, trip to the Foundation For His Ministry (FFHM) Orphanage in Vicente Guerrero, Baja California, Norte, Mexico. Our team comprised of Theresa Vander Kooi, Shirley Smith, and Darlene Nicholas was faithful to the call despite reports of violence in Tijuana and Swine Flu. We are grateful to our LORD for His protection and provision. The team made a huge difference in the operation of the orphanage since every other volunteer team cancelled their trip. We praise these faithful women for going and ministering to 16 disabled children, those with mental disabilities, the unwanted, cast off children in this community, and the 90 orphans that call FFHM home. As they were ministering in the community providing much needed milk and peanut butter (protein), God worked a miracle. There was not enough milk or peanut butter for the number of children in need. So Shirley started praying “Five loaves and two fish”. When Theresa made a comment that they were going to run out of milk and peanut butter, Shirley said, “I know. I’ve been praying ‘five loaves and two fish’. Pray with me.” They both prayed “Five loaves and two fish, LORD,” and He answered. Not only did they have enough milk and peanut butter for all the children, but there was some left over. Our God is still the God of miracles! Byron Cobb and Charles Keen journeyed farther south to meet with our man of peace and further developed that relationship. We look forward to what God will do in southern Baja as we faithfully work to develop relationships and inroads to enable the penetration of His gospel to the remote mountain people, los Californios. For these and other areas, please join us with your prayer support and other considerations as we go and tell that Jesus Christ is LORD. For information on how you can participate, to learn about upcoming trips, or hear more about what God is doing through Awestruck Ministries, email Michael Barnes at [email protected] or give him a call at 239.253.7943. You may also visit our ministry website at www.awestruckministries.com.

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What an awesome week! 176 fifth and sixth grade students “hit the road” with us as we learned how to choose the narrow road, make a U-turn, yield our lives to Christ, and use God’s Word as our GPS. Of those 176 students, 37 were new to our church and 29 prayed to receive Christ as their Lord and Savior! And, they brought in $458.47 to help send students to camp! Wow!! Thank you to the Act One students and to the 39 adult and student leaders who worked tirelessly all week to make our Roadtrip an amazing one!!

Church Recreation Night Sunday, July 12 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Family Life Center & Fellowship Recreation Building Join your church family for a fun night of recreation. We will be grilling hot dogs and hamburgers, both gyms will be open for basketball and volleyball, we will be playing frisbee golf, and much more. Please plan on joining us even if it is raining...it won’t dampen our fun!

Beach Baptism Sunday, July 19 If you would like to be baptized in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico during our next beach baptism, please contact Linda at 596-8600 x280 for your reservation. Please plan to meet us in the Fellowship Hallway at 1:00 p.m. that day.

Important Announcements Worshipful Atmosphere

It is our desire that Jesus be the focus in our worship services. Therefore, in consideration of others desiring to worship with limited distraction, we ask each person to do the following: - Please turn your cell phone off or set to vibrate. - Please remain in the worship center (except in the case of emergency) once you have entered to worship. - Should your child become unsettled or noisy during the worship service, please take your little one to the Fellowship Hallway or preschool ministry area in the Education Building where you can comfortably watch the service on a television monitor. Thank you for helping us maintain a worshipful atmosphere for everyone!

New Members/New Believers Class

Our New Members/New Believers Class will begin on July 12 and will meet on Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Room DC113. You will learn about where the Bible came from, the Bible’s historical accuracy, how to grow as a Christian through Bible study and prayer, the enabling power of the Holy Spirit, and spiritual gifts, fellowship, and evangelism. This is a four week class and you may join any or all of the sessions. Please call Linda at 596-8600 x280 for more information.

KidzTown

Vacation Bible School has concluded, but this week in KidzTown Worship, we will review the many wonderful things from God’s Word that were learned. We will be using a “Let’s Make a Deal” format as the children answer questions in a fun and lively manner. There will be prizes! KidzTown Worship is exclusively for all children from 1st through 3rd grades (2008-2009). It starts promptly at 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays and 9:30 a.m. on Sundays and is located in DC120. Your child will not want to miss this wonderful opportunity to worship the Lord “Kid Style.”

Family Death

Helen Fayrene Easter, 65, sister of Eldon Loveless, passed away unexpectedly of a possible heart attack on June 16, 2009. Our condolences are with the family.

Summer Camp SOS Camp sponsors are needed for middle and high school students who are not able to afford to go to camp. If you are able to Sponsor One Student, please call Ginny in the Student Ministry office at 449-4480.

FBCN Employment Positions Available

First Baptist Church Naples is accepting applications for part-time Cafe Frontliners. Qualified applicants should have excellent people skills, a heart for ministry, and enjoy serving others. Must be available to work Wednesday evenings and weekends. Applications may be downloaded from the FBCN website, or you can stop by the church office from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Only complete applications will be accepted. First Baptist Academy is seeking a part-time Assistant Football Coach (prior coaching experience desired) and a part-time Athletic Trainer. Please contact Billy Sparacio at 596-8600 x652 or [email protected].

Holding on to H.O.P.E.

(Helping Others through Pregnancy Encouragement) This new ministry offers Christ-centered support and encouragement to married women who are struggling with the pain of infertility challenges, including primary and secondary infertility, pregnancy loss, early infant death, and adoption loss. This group of women will meet monthly for a time of prayer, discussion, and encouragement from God’s Word and other Christian supplemental materials. If you find yourself in need of H.O.P.E., please join us on Thursday, July 2 in the Discipleship Center, Room DC108 at 6:30 p.m.. For more information, please contact Sue Gonzalez at [email protected] or call the Women’s Ministry office at 596-8600 x241.

College/Career Ministry

Come join other college age adults and those in their 20’s for any or all of the following activities: BLGs Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. with a fellowship following or Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Room DC211; Softball/Frisbee on Monday nights at 6:00 p.m. on the church field; The Vine (fellowship, praise and worship, and Bible study) on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Student Center; Experiencing God Bible study on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Worship Center; and/or Bowling on Thursdays at 9:00 p.m. at Beacon Bowl. Our upcoming special activities include July 3rd at the Miracle Baseball and Fireworks, July 18-25 on a Kentucky mission trip, and July 31 - August 5 at our annual C2 retreat. For more information, please call Terry Cole at 572-3316 or Pam Cole at 272-5583.

Drama Team Workshop WHEN? Friday, July 24 from 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and again on Saturday, July 25 from 9:00 a.m. until noon. WHERE? FBCN Worship Center. WHO? Anyone interested in being involved in our new Drama Ministry Team. PRICE? Free! This will be a fun, interactive weekend that will begin our training for our new Drama Ministry Team. We will learn basic acting and stage techniques as well as begin to prepare dramas to be used here at church during worship services and special events. There will also be a special workshop class for our junior actors (ages 7-12). To register, please contact Lori in the music ministry office at 596-8600 x229.

Upcoming Events Saturday, June 27 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m.

Worship Service/Worship Center KidzTown Children’s Worship/DC120 Hispanic Worship Service/Chapel Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus

Sunday, June 28

8:15 a.m. Bible and Life Group for 60+/DC107 9:30 a.m. Worship Service/Worship Center 9:30 a.m. KidzTown Children’s Worship/DC120 10:00 a.m. Romanian Bible Study and Worship/Modulars 3 & 4 10:00 a.m. Vietnamese Bible Study and Worship/DC220 11:00 a.m. Bible and Life Groups for All Ages/Various Rooms on Campus 12:30 p.m. Hispanic Worship Service/Student Center 5:00 p.m. Romanian Baptist Mission/Modulars 3 & 4

Monday, June 29

7:00 p.m. Men’s Open Basketball/Gym

Tuesday, June 30

7:00 p.m. Janet’s Summer Reading Club/Commons 7:00 p.m. The Vine College & Career Service/Student Center

Wednesday, July 1

4:45 p.m. Wednesday Night Family Meal/Gym 6:20 p.m. Wacky Wednesdays Children’s Ministry/DC120 6:30 p.m. Combined Men’s & Women’s Ministries “Experiencing God”/WC 6:30 p.m. Middle School Ministry/Gym 6:30 p.m. High School Ministry/Student Center 6:30 p.m. Worship Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room 7:00 p.m. Hispanic Bible Study/Modulars 2, 3, and 4 8:00 p.m. Worship Orchestra Rehearsal/Worship Center

Thursday, July 2

6:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery/Student Center 6:30 p.m. Holding on to H.O.P.E./DC108

Friday, July 3

Church offices closed -- Independence Day Holiday 7:00 p.m. United States Air Force Marching Band Concert/Worship Center

Last Weekend Decisions For Christ Professions of Faith Albert Depetro Robert Randall Statement of Faith Janice QuinlanBultemeier Martha Randall Betty Yambrick John Yambrick

Membership by Letter Karen Purvis Kyle Purvis Shayla Purvis Wade Purvis Mike Thompson Baptisms Albert Depetro Robert Randall

Financial Stewardship

2008-2009 Operating Revenues July 1, 2008 - June 21, 2009 Budget Actual Variance $7,279,335 $7,256,760 -$22,575

Worship Attendance June 20 & 21

Saturday Night Total Sunday Morning Total

1,003 1,743 2,746

Bible & Life Attendance June 20 & 21

Saturday Night Sunday 8:15 a.m. Sunday 11:00 a.m. Home Groups

Total

773 16 900 119

1,808

Next Week Deacon of the Week

Dr. Wicker on the Radio

June 29 - July 5

Dr. Wicker is on WSOR 90.9 FM at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday evenings, and on Praise FM 89.5 at 1:30 p.m. Sunday afternoons. You can also hear Dr. Wicker every day at 1:00 p.m. on WJYO 91.5 FM.

Leroy Rahmings & David Johnson

If you need assistance, please call the church deacon hotline at 800-732-9573. For Spanish, call 601-6051.

Wednesday Family Meal Chicken Parmesan, Vegetable, Salad, Dinner Roll, and a Dessert Advance tickets may be purchased in the Lighthouse Cafe at any time for $4.50, or $18 for a family of 5 or more. At the door it is $5.50 each, or $22 for a family. The alternate meal is a choice of pizza or hamburger.

Bookstore Hours Monday Tuesday & Thursday Wednesday Friday Saturday Sunday

Closed 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Closed 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Cafe’s Summer Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Wednesday Friday Saturday Sunday

9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m./4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Closed 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Sermon Notes

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www.fbcntv.com

and then simply click on the worship service you wish to watch (either the previous Saturday night or Sunday morning). If you prefer to watch one from previous weeks, just go to the tab on the left column that says "past services" and then click the service you wish to view. It’s that simple!

Pastoral Staff Dr. Hayes Wicker....................................................................................................... Senior Pastor Miguel Cruz.....................................................................................Hispanic Congregation Pastor Greg Davidson....................................................... ......Associate Pastor/Evangelism & Discipleship Beverly Day................................................................................... Director of Preschool Ministry Nathan Dooley.......................................................................Associate Pastor/High School Ministry Dr. Roy Fisher................................................................................ Associate Pastor/Pastoral Care Nathan Gaddis....................................................................................................Worship Associate Steve Hayes....................................................................... Associate Pastor/Single Adult Ministry Forrest Head...............................................................................................Senior Associate Pastor Jim Hill........................................................................ Director of Single Parent Family Ministry Lewis Howard......................................................................................Associate Pastor/Education Shannon Moore............................................................................... Director of Women’s Ministry Doug Pigg...................................................................Associate Pastor of Church Administration Tom Rider..........................................................................Associate Pastor/School Administrator Larry Rigley......................................................................... Associate Pastor/Children’s Ministry Dr. Todd F. Stearns................................................................Associate Pastor/Worship and Music Kevin Van Duser........................................................... Associate Pastor/Middle School Ministry

Church Office 3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Church Receptionist.......................................................................................................... 597-6057 Enter ext. # for direct connection...................................................................................... 596-8600 Lighthouse Bookstore....................................................................................................... 449-4488 First Baptist Academy Naples.......................................................................................... 597-2233 24-Hour Prayer Line........................................................................................... 597-PRAY (7729) Church Email........................................................................................................ [email protected] Church Website..........................................................................................................www.fbcn.org