Can we make October, the tenth month, the Tithe Month at First Baptist Church?

What I am asking of each member is to take the month of October and first tithe on your monthly income. Then, if you are already a tither, I am asking you for the month of October to give 10% of your tithe amount above your tithe. Together I believe we can see great things accomplished for the Lord. Why am I asking you to do this? It is because tithing is more than just about money. Tithing is about discipline, dedication, and determination. (Sounds like a sermon) When we tithe we are tithing unto the Lord, not to His church, the preacher, or a program. We are saying to God that we want to be faithful in all areas of our lives. We are acknowledging that as a Christian we are not allowed to pick or choose the parts of our faith we want to follow. And, we are being obedient to the teaching of our Lord Jesus. I believe tithing the tenth month will turn the church around. Tithing will show us what we could do if we all did what we are supposed to do. Come with your tithe into His storehouse and see the blessing you will received. Thanks you to all who made our High Attendance Day a success. 482 in Sunday School was below our goal but still tells us what we could be doing by simply inviting folks to come and be with us. I hope to see you this Sunday in Sunday School and Worship, and with a friend at your side. Paul Memory VerseSeptember 25 2 Corinthians 12:9 But He said to me, My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christs power may rest on me.

Sunday September 18, 2011 Budget Receipts $10,266.08 Budget Needs To Date $700,188.19 Budget Receipts YTD $614,002.52 Receipts Under Budget By $86,185.67 Bible Study 482 WEDNESDAY FAMILY NIGHT 9-28-11 6:00 PM Sloppy Joes Baked Fries Cole Slaw Dessert

Sunday, September 25 Early Worship 8:30 AM Bible Study 9:45 AM Morning Worship 11:00 AM Interpretive Movement 4:45 PM Shockwave 5:30 PM Junction 56 5:30 PM AWANA 5:30 PM Evening Worship 6:30 PM Monday, September 26 Saints Alive Rehearsal 10:30 AM Tuesday, September 27 Youth Prayer Breakfast 6:45 AM Mens Prayer Breakfast 7:00 AM Wednesday, September 28 Family Supper 6:00 PM Youth Bible Study & Supper 6:00 PM Mission Friends, GAs, RAs 7:00 PM Girls of Grace 7:00 PM Quarterly Conference 7:00 PM Handbells 7:00 PM Chancel Choir 8:00 PM

EXTENDED SESSION September 25 Billy & Rhonda Walker, Anne Grumbles, Millie Cross, Beth Josey, Virginia Bennett, Josh & Angela Williamson, Jim & Natalee Dozier, Wendell & Carla Nix. OUR CONDOLENCES TO: *****Norma Mock in the death of her brother, Artis Shadburn of Macon. *****Barbara Powell and family in the death of her uncle. *****The Family of Joe Hill.
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Volume 64 Number 38

The First Baptist

REFLECTIONS ON LIFE Ive experienced a calmness and peace about life for many years. I realized that life was a gift to be treasured. When my sons were born, I gave them to the Lord to protect and guide. Gods been faithful to His promises. Whenever I enter a car, airplane, boat or other modes of get there, I know Hes watching. Gods been faithful to His promises. When prostate and skin cancers have come upon me, I sense His presence. Gods been faithful to His promises. He has never left me or forsaken me. God is faithful to His promises. When He calls me to heaven, to be with Him for eternity, I know Hell walk beside me. His presence is all I need, now and forevermore! SAINTS ALIVE RESUME MONDAY, SEPT 26 My healing from surgery is progressing well and I expect to be well enough to lead Saints Alive on Monday morning. Join us promptly at 10:30 as we come to sing and prepare our hearts to share the overflow with our congregation. We will observe the Ordinance of Communion in both morning services this Sunday. Join us for this solemn time of introspection and reflection of Christs sacrifice for our sins Art

Bridal Shower There will be a church wide miscellaneous Bridal Shower honoring Margaret Onys (Maggie) Rentz Bride elect of Gregory Davis Smith Saturday, October 1 10:3012:00 Home of Shirley Beck 136 Redwood Dr 50th WEDDING RECEPTION Honoring Doug & Linda Collins Sunday, October 2 2:004:00 PM 1903 Lake Douglas Rd World Hunger World Hunger emphasis will be starting the week of October 9. There will be a collection of canned goods and items for the schools food backpacks on that Sunday. Wednesday night October 12 the supper menu will consist of blackeyed peas and rice only. This represents what other countries only have to choose from. This should make us more aware of how fortunate we are in America. Fall Festival Fall Festival will be held Wednesday, October 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 PM in the church parking lot.

Youth of the Week Nicholas Boyett is the son of Earl and Betty Boyett. He is a seventh grade student at Bainbridge Middle School, where he is a member of FFA and the Four H Shotgun Team. Nicholas also enjoys racing go carts on the weekends and attending late model dirt track series races - he hopes to soon race in the 4 cylinder class himself! See You at the Pole 2011 Converge! Join students around the world September 28, 2011, for See You at the Pole, a global movement of prayer at 7:00 am at your schools flagpole. At 7:00 pm there will be a Celebration Service at Grace Church, which will replace our usual Wednesday night youth activities. If you need transportation to Grace, meet at FBC at 6:30 to ride the church van. Casting Crowns Concert Casting Crowns will be in Dothan on Saturday, November 12. We have purchased 50 tickets for youth at a cost of $25, which includes transportation. If you plan to attend, please get your money turned in ASAP! Payment may be dropped at the church office, or given to Tina either Sunday or Wednesday. Dont miss this exciting concert!! Where to Be (and When to be There) Sunday, September 25 Sunday School 9:45 AM Youth Room MARTUS 4:00 PM Youth Room Interpretive Movement 4:45 PM Choir Room SHOCKWAVE 5:30 PM Choir Room Youth Led Service 6:30 PM Sanctuary SNAC following service until 9:00 pm at the Wallace Home Tuesday, September 27 Youth Prayer Breakfast 6:45 AM Bettys Cafeteria Wednesday, September 28 See You at the Pole 7:00 AM School Flagpole See You at the Pole Rally 7:00 PM Grace Church Friday, September 30 5th Quarter after BHS football game at Fellowship Baptist Church