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 “The Great Commission Connection”
God is developing a
new excitement in
our church as we go
global in ongoing
fulfillment of Jesus’
Great Commission.
When He ascended
back into Heaven, He
commanded us to “go into all the world
and make disciples.” Missions involves
praying, connecting, and giving as well
as going. While some are called to be
career missionaries, all Christians are
called to be involved. As you see the
international faces behind the platform
in our Worship Center and the 7,000
lights on the ceiling representing
unreached people groups, your heart
burns to do something…you can.
God gave me a special vision some
months ago to develop a creative, fresh,
massive missions ministry. Only He can
make it happen! Next week, we will ask
at least 500 family units to commit to
be involved in the Great Commission
Connection. The challenge for missions
to be personal will be met by each
family accepting a package of three
families. You will connect by prayer,
email, and any other means with these
missionaries from the Southern Baptist
Convention: an International Mission
Board family, a North American Mission
Board family, and either a Florida
Baptist Convention family or a faculty
member of one of our six seminaries.
Many of these professors have served
Guest Reception
There is a guest reception in the Commons immediately following the
Saturday night and the 11:00 a.m. Sunday morning service. Come and meet
Dr. Wicker.
on the foreign field and equip future
servants of the Lord. Of the NAMB folks,
we are adopting 200 military chaplains,
many of whom serve in combat. As you
can see, this involves 1,500 full-time
world-changers. We “put our seal on
this fruit of theirs” and minister to them
“the fullness of the blessing of Christ”
(Romans 15:28, 29).
The protocol of your connection
will be determined by you and your
missionaries. Some are serving in very
dangerous areas and will require more
careful dialogue. All are desperately
in need of prayer; of course, they will
also pray for you. This gives our church
a sense of ownership and relationship
with kingdom work and workers. We
are also asking each family to take a
Change the World piggybank. You
will put your loose change in it over a
period of a year and ask God to help
you to give at least $300. This will be
deposited in an ongoing Cooperative
Program account, in addition to our
regular percentage giving from our
budget. Though we cannot monetarily
give directly to the missionaries, as the
tide rises, all boats rise with it. I am very
grateful for the great cooperation of
our denominational entities and their
excitement over this concept. Please
pray about committing and connecting
for the cause of Christ. Lord, “confirm
the work of our hands” (Psalm 90:17).
 Speaking to our Men’s and Women’s
Ministry this Wednesday evening.

On March 15, 2004, on the crowded streets of Mosul, terrorists attacked Carrie,
David, and their team. Three of their team members died that day. David survived
long enough to see his wife to safety; however he died the following day due to
injuries during the assault.
Carrie continues to challenge people all over the world with her story and
encourages them to look beyond themselves to see God’s purposes for their lives.
Come visit us at the missions kiosk in the
Commons this weekend!
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!

Sports OutReach
Men’s Softball League
When: Oct.-Feb. on Monday nights
Cost: $70
Contact: Joe Sparacio - 462-1469
or Coach V. - 287-2676
or email at Kvanduser@FBCN.org
 Hospitality Team
Ushers needed for Sunday mornings at
9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. services. An
usher jacket is provided. Contact Vince
at 591-2552.
Check out our church website at www.fbcn.org

Wednesdays at 6:25 p.m.

This Wednesday’s Topic

“Finding Refuge From Your Storm”

First Baptist Church Naples Garden Club

The purpose of the Garden Club is to glorify God by beautifying our
church campus, thereby ministering to our church family and to the
Naples community. Garden Club meetings are for anyone interested in
learning to garden in our SW Florida climate, and everyone experienced
in garden planning and maintenance. We will accept new ideas,
donations to purchase flowers, and schedule volunteers for watering
our container gardens.
 An Opportunity to Dig Deeper . . .
“The things which you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses,
entrust these to faithful (women) who will be able to teach others also.”
2 Timothy 2:2 (NAS)
A discipling class for women who wish to be grounded in their theological beliefs
so that they may faithfully teach it to others is being formed. This seminary level
class on Biblical and Systematic Theology will be taught by our pastors’ wife Janet
Wicker. Enrollment is limited and times of meeting will be discussed by those
who register interest. Please e-mail Norma Woods at nwoods@fbcn.org with your
e-mail address and phone number to be included in a preview session on Sunday,
November 1st. At this session, we will discuss the future class schedule.

Deacon Nominations
It is time to nominate deacons for 2010. You will find Deacon
Nomination Forms in the turnstiles in the Fellowship Hallway and the
Commons. Please take the time to nominate godly men who you
believe will give honorable service to our church.

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Lost and Found

Please look through the lost and found items. Items
left as of October 5th, will then be donated to a local
organization. The lost and found is located at door
number 43.
 Prime Timers Luncheon
October 8 in the Worship Center starting at 11:30 a.m.
The cost for attending is $7.00.
Tickets are on sale in the Commons or at the Media Window
before and after services this weekend, or stop by the office
during the week and see Vada.

Grief Share
Grief Share is for those who are hurting
because of the death of someone close to
them. Please tell your friends, neighbors,
co-workers, or family members about this
ministry that helps them take steps towards
healing. Grief Share meets in DC110 from
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. each Thursday. For more
information, please call 596-8600 ext. 244.

First Steps Class

A First Steps Class for children in 1st through 4th grades who would like to
get baptized will begin on Sunday, October 4th at 11:00 a.m. This 4 week class
covers the topics of salvation, baptism, communion, being a part of the church,
and growing as a child of God. Please contact the Children’s Ministry Office
at 596-8600 x 350 to sign up.
Personal Contact Information Update
Has your email address changed recently? Have you just moved?
Did you change jobs or cell phone numbers? We would like to
update our records. Please send personal contact updates to
changes@fbcn.org or call 596-8600 x463.
Holding on to H.O.P.E.
(Helping Others through Pregnancy Encouragement)
This 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. For more information, please
contact Sue Gonzalez at sgonzalez@fbalions.org or call the Women’s Ministry office
at 596-8600 x241.
 Holiday Outreach Banquet
“…And Still There is Joy”
“You have shown me the way of life and You will fill me
with the joy of Your presence” Psalm 16:11

Featuring: Anne Wright

Anne Wright is the wife of Bryant Wright, Senior Pastor of Johnson Ferry Baptist
Church, Marietta, Georgia, in north Atlanta. She and Bryant will celebrate 35 years
of marriage this year. Raised in Columbia, South Carolina, Anne attended Columbia
College and graduated with a BA in Sociology from Augusta State University. She is the
mother of three grown sons and three precious grandchildren. Her interests in church
include working with preschoolers, leading a mentoring Bible study for young moms,
and welcoming people into her home.
Anne practices a lifestyle of “Ministry in the Hallways” at her church. Her philosophy
as a pastor’s wife is to love God first, love Bryant and her family, and to love the people
God puts in her path. It makes for a life of joy! Her message will encourage each woman
to “count it all joy” no matter what trials she faces.

Friday, November 13, 2009

6:30 --9:00 p.m. In the Worship Center

Tickets are $15 and will be sold during RefresHer and after
weekend services in the Commons Area by the kiosk next
to stairs CM-108.
 Feeding the Animals
We need your help with ‘Feeding the Animals’ on Noah’s Ark on Saturday Night,
October 31. Please bring one or more bags of candy beginning Saturday/Sunday,
Oct. 10/11 through the 24/25. Collection bins will be located in The Commons and
Education Building. The animals thank you and we do too.
Love and Respect is a new Bible study we have just started in Troy Baker’s
Sunday morning Bible and Life Group for young couples. In this study,
you will discover the Single Greatest Secret to a Successful Marriage.
Psychological studies affirm it, and the Bible has been saying it for ages.
Cracking the communication code between husband and wife involves
understanding one thing: that unconditional respect is as powerful for him
as unconditional love is for her. It’s the secret to marriage that every couple
seeks, and yet few couples ever find.

Troy Baker’s Bible and Life Group meets on Sunday mornings at 11am in
the Discipleship Building room DC109. Anyone is welcome to come and
join in on this outstanding study.

Building Kingdom Families Seminars

The second of four “Building Kingdom Families” seminars will be held on Saturday,
October 17th from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. in DC121. These seminars, hosted by
First Baptist Academy, are open to all FBCN members and are required of all new
families to the Academy. They are designed to assist and
equip Christian Families with a biblical view and process for
raising children. For more information, visit www.fbalions.org.
 Beach Baptisms
Fernande Petit-Frere Ronald Davidson Dave Lobdell
Joanne Reynolds Charles R. McDermott David Lobdell
John Hawn June Ruedy Jennifer Lobdell
Ethan T. Hawn Fred Ruedy Samantha Lobdell
Phillip Montano Zachary V. Staton Katiana Bastien
Robert A. Sandlin Kathleen Smith Andrew Bullen
Kim Hawn Sandlin Jeff Buchholz D’Nai Bullen
Tatiana Soltan Kimberly Keenan Destiny Corbett
John J. Luciano Robert Keenan Suzy Osborne
CJ Jimenez Elizabeth Wilson Conner Harding
Lisa Jimenez Troy L. Wilson, Sr. Katie Mulligan
Ruth O’Brien Joshua Roettele Robin Andrews

Kids Would you like to know what’s happening in DC 120 each and
orner

every weekend? If you’re interested, send your 1st through 4th grade
children to KidzTown Worship. They’ll be sure to tell you that we
worship “Kid Style” as we continue our series called, “Kingdom Tales”.
This week we will be looking at Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego
from the book of Daniel as our children learn to stand up for what is
right no matter what.
Our children will tell you that we have a great time studying
God’s Word, singing His praises, and seeking His will. At the conclusion
of KidzTown Worship, your child will be escorted to his KidzTown
Neighborhood (BLG) where he/she will further learn more from God’s
Word and experience the love of God in a relational small group
atmosphere, while you, the parent, have the opportunity to be a part
of an adult BLG. Be a part of the fun and experience the blessings
today- you and your child!
 Upcoming Events
Saturday, October 3
6:00 p.m. Worship Service/Worship Center
6:00 p.m. KidzTown Children’s Worship/DC120
6:00 p.m. Hispanic Worship Service/Chapel
7:30 p.m. Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus
Sunday, October 4
8:15 a.m. Bible and Life Group for 60+/DC107
9:30 a.m. Worship Service/Worship Center
9:30 a.m. Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus
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. Worship Service/Worship Center
11:00 a.m. Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus
12:30 p.m. Hispanic Worship Service/Student Center
4:50 p.m. FAITH/Worship Center
5:00 p.m. Romanian Baptist Mission/Modulars 3 & 4
5:00 p.m. Project56/DC220
5:00 p.m. Lightforce/Choir Room
5:00 p.m. PraiseKids/ED132
Tuesday, October 6
9:00 a.m. Women’s RefresHer/WC100a
6:30 p.m. Dave Ramsey’s Series/WC117
7:00 p.m. The Vine College & Career Service/Student Center
Wednesday, October 7
4:45 p.m. Wednesday Night Family Meal/Gym
6:20 p.m. AWANA Children’s Ministry/Children’s Wing
6:25 p.m. Men’s Ministry/WC100c
6:30 p.m. Women’s RefresHer/WC100a
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, October 8
11:30a.m. Prime Timers Luncheon/Worship Center
6:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery/DC121
6:30 p.m. DC4Kids/DC221
6:30 p.m. Divorce Care/DC107
6:30 p.m. Grief Share/DC110

Prime Timers Transportation

Beginning November 1, for either a Sunday BLG or
Worship Service at 9:30 a.m.
NEED van drivers between 25-68 years of age.
Please contact Pastor Roy at 596-8600 x265.
Prime Timers 55+ who need transporation, please contact Vada at 596-8600 x268.
Last Weekend
Decisions For Christ Worship Attendance
Membership by Baptisms
Statement of Faith
September 26 & 27
Daniel Terrero
Lora Jones Maria Hopstetter
Saturday Night Total 1,056
Ernaud St. Aude Matthew David Hopstetter Sunday Morning 1,619
Rudy E. Tirado Clara Rodriguez Total 2,675
Maria E. Tirado
Edward J. Wayner Jeff Walters
Helen Taylor Arelis Aleman
Don Martin Alicia A. Rodriguez
Mary Martin
Membership by Letter
Haydee Viera Bible & Life Attendance
Charles T. Clark III September 26 & 27
Martha Jennings
Saturday Night 869
Financial Stewardship Sunday 8:15 a.m. 13
Sunday 11:00 a.m. 936
2009-2010 Operating Revenues Home Groups 182
July 1, 2009 - September 27, 2009
Total 2,000
Budget Actual Variance
$1,434,910 $1,435,186 $276

Next Week
Deacon of the Week Dr. Wicker on the Radio
October 5-October 11 You can hear Dr. Wicker every day at
Greg Graham & Michael Rogers 1:00 p.m. on 91.5 Kingdom FM WJYO.
If you need assistance, please call the church Dr. Wicker is also on WSOR 90.9 FM
at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday evenings, and
deacon hotline at 800-732-9573. on Praise FM 89.5 at 1:30 p.m. Sunday
For Spanish, call 601-6051. afternoons.
Wednesday Family Meal
Grilled Pork Chop, Vegetable, Salad, Dinner Roll, Dessert
Tickets may be purchased at the Lighthouse Cafe during regular business hours or at the
door for $5.50 each or $22.00 for a family (please, immediate family residing in home).
Alternate choices include grilled chicken breast, hamburger, pizza, or a grilled foot long hot dog.

Bookstore Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday Closed
Saturday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Cafe Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday Closed
Saturday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sermon Notes
 LivingChristmasTrees2009
Tickets are on sale now!!
Tickets may be purchased online at www.fbcn.org,
in the Commons before and after each service,
or by calling 1-888-795-1559. This is a great opportunity to
invite our community to hear the gospel presented through
music and drama . Order tickets today!!
Living Christmas Trees Performance Dates
Friday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m.
Sun., Dec. 6, at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sun., Dec. 13 at 4 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Thurs., Dec. 10, at 7 p.m.

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/Creative Arts 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........................................................................................................ FBCN@fbcn.org
Church Website..........................................................................................................www.fbcn.org