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First Word

January 7 & 8, 2012

Deacon Ordination
This Sunday, January 8 6:00 p.m. Chapel
Neil Dorrill Louis Pasquale Falorio Phil Popovici Ken Price Dave Starkweather Travis Wilson Sherrill Woods, Jr. Lars Young

First Baptist Church Naples

Courageous Men
Courage is the willingness to stand strong in your convictions and to move in the direction of Gods calling. In our Wednesday Band of Brothers meeting, we end each night with the challenge to Man Up! I want to challenge all men to join me in the Chapel along with over 250 other men as some of the staff and I teach about The Resolution, based on the Christian film Courageous. Honor begins at home; men must resolve to not just go with the flow but to swim against the current of the culture. You can learn how to accept responsibility, embrace your identity, redeem your history, walk in integrity, leave a legacy, and discover forgiveness. Whether you are married or single, this study will make a difference in your life. Join me as I teach at 6:30 p.m. on January 11th. Man up! After over a year of prayer and searching for Gods man, our Personnel Committee is unanimously recommending that we have Rev. Eric Yeldell come in view of a call on January 21/22 as Associate Pastor of Contemporary Worship and Ministries. Eric has served for two years as the Associate Pastor of Music and Worship at the First Baptist Church of Temple Terrace in Tampa and before that in a similar role at the Highview Baptist Church of Louisville, Kentucky. Most of you have heard him as a guest worship leader on Saturday and Sunday and know that his wife, Kristin, our oldest daughter, sings with him. She also teaches women at their church. I understand the challenges of considering my son-in-law as a staff member. However, it was the Personnel Committee that urged us to initially consider him, along with dozens of others of you. We prayed about other men over a full year. This time allowed Eric to lead at a crucial time when his church was without a Pastor. I truly believe that he is the best possible person to lead our Saturday night worship, provide strategizing leadership concerning creative arts and media, use his gifts in discipleship, and his commitment to total church ministry. He uniquely is anointed to lead folks into Gods presence in worship. As a thirties father of three preschoolers, he will provide needed perspective and representation about and for younger adults. In the order of authority, he will report to Dr. Todd Stearns and Forrest Head. We will say more about his qualifications and his new ministry next week. Please be much in prayer as we vote by secret ballot as he comes in view of a call.

There is a guest reception in the Commons immediately following the Saturday night and Sunday morning 11:00 service. Come and meet Pastor Wicker.

Guest Reception

Rev. Eric Yeldell


Coming In View of a Call January 21 & 22 Associate Pastor of Contemporary Worship and Ministries

FBCN Announces

Please join us in welcoming Rev. Eric Yeldell in view of a call as Associate Pastor of Contemporary Worship & Ministries. Eric received his Masters of Divinity degree from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kentucky. He comes to us from First Baptist Church of Temple Terrace in Tampa where he has served as the Associate Pastor of Music and Worship for the past two years. He has been married to Kristin for over 6 years, and they have three children (Mary Grace, 5, Abby, 3, and Naomi, 7 months).

In Concert Sunday, January 15 6:00 p.m. in the Worship Center


This concert is a culmination of the Worship Weekend and will also feature the Worship Choir, Orchestra, and Saturday Vocal Team. The concert is FREE. A love offering will be taken. Since 1996, This Hope has been ministering throughout the States, sharing through a unique blend of acappella and accompanied music. They have written most of the music they sing, enabling them to deliver the message in a fresh and intimate way. Their love for God and the truth of His Word will come through from beginning to end, as they share from Scripture in word and song. You will not find a better blend or a greater presentation. I have enjoyed This Hope immensely. God has certainly used them in my church and around the world. --David Jeremiah, Senior Pastor (Shadow Mountain Community Church)

THIS HOPE

James, Jesus' own brother, started out as a skeptic. See how one glimpse of the resurrected Savior turned an unbeliever into a disciple with Beth Moore's study James: Mercy Triumphs. Once you get to know both the man and the Book of James, you'll never be the same again. Bible scholars compare James to the prophet Amos. In other ways, James more closely resembles the Book of Proverbs than any New Testament book. James is a book with many topics -- social justice, joy, hardship, faith, reversal of fortunes for rich and poor, wisdom, gifts from above, single-mindedness, the dangers of the tongue, humility, and prayer -- all of which are covered in this study.

Our teacher will be our Senior Pastors wife, Janet Wicker.

Preschool childcare is wonderfully provided for sessions. Pre-register your child by calling 596-8600 ext. 360.

Books are available at the Lighthouse Bookstore.

Join us in Band of Brothers for a new study and time of fellowship taught by Dr. Hayes Wicker

Wednesday, January 11
at 6:30 p.m. in the Chapel.

The Resolution For Women


By

From best-selling author Priscilla Shirer, in partnership with the creators of Courageous, comes a resolution that challenges you to realign your daily decisions in a way that glorifies God and fulfills who He created you to be. Layered with biblical truth and seasoned with encouragement, The Resolution for Women will inspire the woman you see in the mirror to trust Gods perfect plan for her life, resolving to become purposefully feminine, surprisingly satisfied, and faithfully His.

Priscilla Shirer

Resolutions Include The resolution to: -Be Content -Be devoted to Christ and defined by His Word -Esteem others with my time, concern, and full attention -Live with the highest standards of virtue and purity

Gospel Music Concert


(doors open at 6:00 p.m.)
Presenting THE BOOTH BROTHERS along with our own Lindsey Graham! No ticket required. $20 donation at the door. Also, non-perishable food items will be accepted and a love offering will be taken to benefit St. Matthews House.

Harbor Ministries and St. Matthews House Present a Friday, January 27 7:00 p.m. Worship Center

High School Ministry Missions Team


DuringSpringBreak,theHighSchoolMinistryMissionsTeam willbetravelingtoArgentinawheretheywillbepartnering withalocalChurchplanter.Oneoftheirresponsibilitiesthere willbetodistributegreatlyneededBiblestothepeopleof Argentina. ABibleSponsorgift of$10willprovide forthepurchaseand deliveryofaSpanish Biblebyourstudents. Thetotalcostper studentis$1900. Pleasestopbythe Missions Kiosk and speakwithoneofour teammembers. Somewaysyoucan help: SponsoraBible Donatetothe missiontrip Prayfortheteam

Formoreinformation,contactthestudentministryoffice4494480.

If you could Ask God a question of genuine concern, what would it be?
Rev. Steve Hayes, who leads our Biblical Counseling ministry, answers your questions each Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. in the Commons (across from the Information Desk).

New Seasonal Bible and Life Groups Begin THIS Sunday Morning
The Early Church Emerges
Steve Plaster will be teaching this study beginning this Sunday, January 8 at 11:00 a.m. in Room WC117. The class will focus on the key events in the early development of the church. The church thrived despite persecution, martyrdom, heresies, schisms, and wars. The key elements of the Christian faith, including the incarnation, the trinity, and the nature of Christ, were formulated as orthodox and distinguished from beliefs which were deemed heretical. With the union of church and state in the Roman Empire, conflict within and the threat of Islam without presented serious challenges to the stability and growth of Christendom.

Romans
This ladies only class will be taught by Lynn Kendall beginning this Sunday, Janaury 8 at 11:00 a.m. in Room AD145. The book of Romans has been a great defense of the faith for centuries. It is, perhaps, the most complete and logical presentation of Christian truth in the entire New Testament. An understanding of this book is a key to unlocking the entire Word of God.

If you need help locating either of these classes, please stop by the Information Desk in the Commons and they will be glad to assist you.

New Bible and Life Groups Beginning Soon


Weekday... Financial Peace University Starts Tuesday, January 17 (13-week course)
Financial Peace University (FPU) is Dave Ramseys life-changing program that teaches you to achieve your financial goals by eliminating debt, saving for the future, and giving like never before. More than one million families have attended FPU with amazing results. You will be challenged and motivated to make a plan for your money and change your family tree forever!

Register online at www.fbcn.org Location: Discipleship Center, Room DC108 at 6:30 p.m. Facilitator: Ed Levy http://youtu.be/VhWL-j2ETys Saturday... Have a New Kid by Friday (New BLG for Young Couples) Starts January 21 at 5:00 p.m. (before worship service) Location: Discipleship Center, Room DC109 Teacher: Jim Evans http://youtu.be/mVmWkxCT6qE America, America, God Shed His Grace on Thee (New BLG for Adults) Starts January 21 at 5:00 p.m. (before worship service) Location: Discipleship Center Room DC107 Teacher: Al Micieli Homes of Honor (New BLG for Parents of Teenagers) Starts January 21 at 7:30 p.m. Location: Discipleship Center Room DC220 Teacher: Kent Anderson

For more information on any of our new BLGs, please go to www.fbcn.org.

Church Leadership Banquet Save the Date


Guest Speaker: Dr. Paige Patterson (President of Southwestern Theological Seminary)

Church Leadership Banquet Sunday Evening, January 29

Save the Date

Equipping to Share Jesus


Begins Sunday, February 5

Worship Ministr y Weekend 2012


Join us as we jump-start the season with a time of inspiration and music preparation!!
THEME
THIS HOPE One Church, One Worship, One Song FOR: Worship Choir Orchestra Saturday Night Vocalists **Also for anyone interested in participating in any of these groups. This will be a great introduction!!
Terry Williams is currently serving as Director of the Church Music Department for the Florida Baptist Convention. His passion for worship combined with his experience as a music minister and worship leader for over 35 years gives him a unique perspective and insight for training and inspiring todays worshipers. Terry and his wife Earlene live in Ocala, FL and have two children and five grandchildren. Rob Flint received his Bachelor of Music from Furman University and his Master of Church Music from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has served in churches in South Carolina, Kentucky, and Florida, and has been at McGregor Baptist Church in Ft. Myers for 15 years. Rob and his wife, Pam, have been married for almost 32 years and have two sons. Rob Jr. is a Student Pastor at South Tampa Fellowship in Tampa FL. He is married to Taryn and they just had a baby girl named Hadley. Ryan is the Worship Associate at FBC OFallon IL. Steve Kirby has been the Minister through Instrumental Music at Idlewild Baptist Church in Tampa since 1992 and he also serves as the Instrumental Director of The Florida Worship Choir and Orchestra.

Weekend Schedule
Friday, January 13: 6 pm - Dinner in Worship Center Music by This Hope Worship Message from Rob Flint 7:309 pm Various Rehearsals Choir with Terry Williams - Choir Room Orchestra with Steve Kirby - Platform Saturday Vocalists with Rob Flint - WC117 Saturday, January 14: 8:30 am Continental Breakfast in WC117 9:00 am Various Rehearsals 10:30 am Break Time 10:45 am Various Rehearsals Noon Dismissal 6:00 pm SATURDAY WORSHIP SERVICE Sunday, January 15: 9:30 & 11 am SUNDAY MORNING SERVICES 4 pm Rehearsal for NIGHT OF PRAISE 6 pm NIGHT OF PRAISE featuring THIS HOPE (including Choir, Orchestra, & Saturday Team)

CONTACT Tina Platter in the Music Office if you have any questions regarding the event or to let us know that youll be coming!!!!! 239-596-8600 x229 The event is FREE, but an offering will be taken to help offset our expenses. If youd like to help underwrite this event, please contact Pastor Todd.

A ministry of the deacons wives to the widows of our congregation. Its a HAPPY NEW YEAR PARTY!!
Join us for fellowship and encouragement from Gods Word.

Annas Tea
JANUARY 30 ROOM WC117

Youre invited to

1:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m.


Please sign up in the Fellowship Hallway.

PrimeTimers Senior Adult Luncheon

Thursday, January 12 11:30 a.m. in the Worship Center Ticket price is $7.00 each

Special Speaker: Pastor Kevin Van Duser


Tickets are on sale at the Media Ministry window before and after all services, or stop by the church office during the week and see Vada.
(Helping Others through Pregnancy Encouragement)

Holding onto H.O.P.E.

This ministry offers Christ-centered support and encouragement to married women who are struggling with the pain of infertility challenges, including pregnancy loss, early infant death, and adoption loss. This group of women will meet monthly for a time of prayer, discussion, and encouragement from Gods Word. For more information, please contact Sue at sgonzalez@ fbalions.org or call 596-8600 x582.

Thursday, January 12 at 6:30 p.m. in DC111

Discovering First Baptist Church Naples Monday, February 6 6:30 p.m. in Room DC121
Led by Senior Pastor Hayes Wicker, this is a very informative dinner seminar. It is held for those who are new to First Baptist Church Naples, those who want to join the church, or those who would like more information about our church and ministries. Please RSVP by calling 596-8600 x679. This dinner is designated for adults and children 11 and older. Childcare is available for children 10 years old and younger by advanced reservation. Please make your childcare reservation by calling 596-8600 x360. Please plan to feed your child beforehand.

Divorce
Make sure he or she knows about DivorceCare! New session begins Saturday, Jan. 28th - 7:15 to 8:40 p.m. Room DC215

Someone You Know Is Hurting

New 13-week session starts Jan. 28th - 7:15 to 8:40 p.m. Room ED210

Kids hurt as well.

Call today for more information 596-8600 x242

Staff Anniversaries for January


Beverly Day Tim Rose Georgia West Vickie Bryan Miguel Cruz Nancy Powers Rebecca Curran Carlos Pimentel Carmen Rodriguez Margarita Rupena Sonya Stearns Scott Stewart Alicia Diller Erwin Wolber Dawn Brecher Director of Preschool Ministry Music Assistant Executive Ministry Assistant Receptionist Hispanic Congregation Pastor FBA Resource Teacher FBA Ministry Assistant Premises Keeper Accounting Associate Premises Keeper FBA Teacher FBA Teacher Biblical Counseling Associate FBA Substitute Teacher FBA PreK Aide PT 16 years 16 years 16 years 10 years 10 years 8 years 7 years 7 years 7 years 7 years 5 years 5 years 4 years 2 years 1 year

In Sympathy
FBCN member and church employee, Pat Hale, passed away on December 27. We express our sympathy to his wife, Nancy, and the rest of the family.

This Sunday, Jan 8 in the Church Parking Lot


Give the gift of LIFE! Stop by the Blood Mobile this Sunday from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. to donate.

Blood Drive

Does fixing a hem or sewing a button require you to watch a You Tube video? Have you ever wished you could make a simple quilt or blanket that could be given to a special loved one or friend? On Monday, January 16th at 6:30 p.m. in WC117, some of those questions, and more, can be answered. For more information, contact Kathy at 370-2592 (kadair@johnrwood.com) or Pam at 272-5583 (pcole@fbcn.org).

An Introduction to Quilting & Sewing

Back to Basics:

Childrens and Student Choir Ministry Kickoff Sunday, January 22 at 5:00 p.m.
PRAISE KIDS (Childrens Choirs for ages 4 through 4th grade. Must have been 4 years old by August 31, 2011). Education Building (5:00-6:00 p.m.) PROJECT56 (5th and 6th graders). Discipleship Center, Room DC220 (5:00-6:00 p.m.)

RESONATE Student Creative Arts Team (7th-12th graders). Student Center (5:00-7:30 p.m.)

Saturday, January 7
6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m.

Upcoming Events
Worship Service/Worship Center KidzTown Childrens Worship/DC120 Hispanic Worship Service/Chapel Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus Worship Service/Worship Center Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus KidzTown Childrens Worship/DC120 Romanian Baptist/Modulars 3 & 4/SC117 Haitian Bible Study & Worship/ED222 Vietnamese Bible Study and Worship/DC220 Worship Service/Worship Center Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus Hispanic Worship Service/Student Center Deacon Ordination/Chapel Romanian Baptist Congregation/Modulars 3 & 4 RefresHer Womens Ministry/WC East Side Family Meal/Fellowship Recreation-Gym AWANA Childrens Ministry/DC120 Band of Brothers Mens Ministry/Chapel RefresHer Womens Ministry/WC East Side High School Ministry/Student Center Middle School Ministry/Family Life Center-Gym Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room Orchestra Rehearsal/Worship Center Prayer for our Pastors/AD184 PrimeTimers Luncheon/WC East Side Celebrate Recovery/DC121 Holding onto H.O.P.E./DC111

Sunday, January 8
8:15 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday, January 10
4:45 p.m. 6:20 p.m. 6:25 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m.

Wednesday, January 11

Thursday, January 12
11:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

Attention all Kidz! Have we got a great worship experience for you in KidzTown Worship today! We will be continuing our theme, Roanoke Jones as we take a look into the book of Daniel. This week, we will be looking at the story of the writing on the wall in Daniel 5. The children will learn the importance of learning from their mistakes and the mistakes of others. KidzTown Worship is exclusively for all children from 1st through 4th grades. It starts promptly at 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays and 9:30 a.m. on Sundays and is located in DC120. KidzTown Worship is followed by an exciting hour of small group time in our KidzTown Neighborhoods (BLGs). You will not want to miss one moment of this opportunity to worship the Lord in a kid-friendly atmosphere.

KidzTown Worship

Last Weekend
Decisions For Christ
Baptisms Erin Bates Anita Blanco Laura Blanco Steve Cromwell Jennifer Nguyen Kevin Nguyen Isabella Santos Jorge Santos Professions of Faith Joubert Fayette Michel Poulard Tor Staubo Rededication John Bremer Statements of Faith Carol Aristide Clark Shotwell

Worship Attendance
December 24 & 25
Saturday Night Candlelight Services Sunday Morning Christmas Service Total 3,918 1,314 5,232 948 1,209 1,168 3,325

December 31 & January 1


Saturday Night Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday 11:00 a.m. Total

Financial Stewardship
July 1, 2011 - January 1, 2012 Budget Actual Variance $3,692,080 $3,524,716 ($167,364)

2010-2011 Operating Revenues

Bible & Life Attendance


There were no Bible and Life Groups on the weekend of December 24 & 25, or on the weekend of December 31 and January 1.

Debt balance as of January 1 $8,676,596

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

` Tickets may be purchased at the Lighthouse Cafe during regular business hours or at the door for $6.00 each or $25.00 for a family (immediate family residing in home).
Alternate choices include grilled chicken breast, hamburger, pizza, or a grilled foot long hot dog.

Meal for January 11 (4:45 p.m.-6 p.m. in the Fellowship Recreation-Gym) Baked Chicken, Egg Noodles, Vegetable, Salad, and a Dessert

` Cafe Hours Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Wednesday Saturday Sunday Closed 3:15 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Closed 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Wednesday Friday Saturday Sunday

Bookstore Hours

Dr. Wicker on the Radio


You can hear Dr. Wicker every day at 1pm on 91.5 Kingdom FM WJYO. Dr. Wicker is also on WSOR 90.9 FM at 8pm on Sundays. You can hear our Band of Brothers Mens Ministry on WJYO 91.5 at 11am & 9pm on Saturdays.

Buddy Smith & Vince Scidone

January 9 - 15

Wednesday Family Meal

Sermon Notes

What if you could serve more than one god in your life? What if you could live two different lives - one at church and another where you could do anything you wanted to? Jeremiah promises that its a rough life! Be thankful theres only one God and one way to live for Him!
Sunday - Jeremiah 6:10-20 / Monday - Jeremiah 7:1-11 Tuesday - Jeremiah 7:18-28 / Wednesday - Jeremiah 8:20-9:9 Thursday - Jeremiah 9:12-24 / Friday - Jeremiah 10:1-13 Saturday - Jeremiah 10:14-23

Pastoral Staff
Dr. Hayes Wicker ................................................................................................ Senior Pastor Miguel Cruz ............................................................................. Hispanic Congregation Pastor Beverly Day ............................................................................ Director of Preschool Ministry Justin Faircloth ....................................................... Associate Pastor/Middle School Ministry Steve Hayes...................................................................Associate Pastor/Biblical Counseling Forrest Head ....................................................................................... Senior Associate Pastor Jim Hill................................................................................Director of Single Adult Ministry Lewis Howard .............................................................................. Associate Pastor/Education Don Ingle ......................................................................................Director of Mens Ministry Shannon Moore ........................................................................Director of Womens Ministry John Patterson..................................................................Associate Pastor/Media & Technology Doug Pigg ............................................................Associate Pastor of Church Administration Tom Rider .................................................................. Associate Pastor/School Administrator Larry Rigley .................................................................. Associate Pastor/Childrens Ministry Dr. Todd F. Stearns ........................................................ Associate Pastor/Worship and Music Kevin Taylor ..............................................................Associate Pastor/High School Ministry Kevin Van Duser .................................................................Associate Pastor/Sports Outreach

First Baptist Church Naples


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 ....................................................................................................... FBCN@fbcn.org Church Website.........................................................................................................www.fbcn.org

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

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