While pastoring in the early 1980s in Oklahoma, I became
acquainted with a touring, full-contact fghter skilled in the martial art of taekwondo. His nickname was Redwood. He came to our town on the run and seeking to hide out from his sensei, his master from Kansas who demanded that Redwood become his slave. When the 64, 230 pound man refused to do his bidding, the teacher put out a contract on his life. Though Redwood could do the splits front-ways and side-ways, he knew that he needed to split from Kansas and get out of Dodge! Not knowing Christ, he stumbled onto our church. He showed me a yellow notebook paper upon which he had written Bible verses picked at random from the Bible. The Spirit had led him to the greatest plan of salvation verses possible John 3:16, Romans 6:23, and Romans 5:8. This big man understood that he needed to Man Up to become a servant of the Savior. Guys, even though you may be a manly man like my friend who left the fghting world and eastern religion, the most courageous thing you can do is to become Gods man under the King of Kings authority. I believe that the Lord is leading you to be a part of our Band of Brothers, which begins next Wednesday at 6:25 pm in the Chapel. Like Redwood, you dont have to know much about the Bible to be a candidate for a full-contact encounter with the living Lord. I am privileged to work with our lay-leader, Mr. Terry Cole, and our staff coordinator, John David Edie. John David, Steve Hayes, Tom Rider, Doug Pigg, and I will be teaching on practical subjects specifcally related to being godly men. We urge you to get involved at a particular table, make friends, and be under the direction of our Table Disciplers, the fellows who coordinate the discussion and care for the men around them. We always allow time for prayer and sharing. This is a terrifc way to get more involved. Come as you are concerning clothes, lifestyle, and other ways, but know that God will help you to be what you ought to be. If you have been a part of the Mens Ministry, invite a friend to sit at your table, even if he is not a believer or an FBCN member. So, lets man up! Churchwide Dr. Hayes Wicker, Senior Pastor There is a guest reception in the Commons following the Saturday night and Sunday morning worship services. Pastor would love to meet you! Guest Reception Absent from the Body, Present with the Lord Carl Calabrese met Jesus face to face on June 30. We are praying for his wife, Marlene, and the rest of the family. Paul Schaap went home to be with Jesus on July 16. We are praying for his wife, Joyce, and the rest of the family. Edith Whitaker passed into glory on August 1. We are praying for her family. Missions Ministry Building Kingdom Families - Block BLG led by Tom Rider Saturday, September 6 - October 11 at 7:30pm in the Chapel What is your plan for passing on a godly heritage to your children? What are some key biblical imperatives that will help you? What are the resources available to assist you? Join us for this six session Block BLG. It is a unique opportunity to equip parents to be all that God intends for them to be. Big Daddy Weave Concert Thursday, October 9 at 7:00pm at First Baptist Church Naples in the Worship Center Also featuring Chris August, Group1Crew, and Dara MacLean. Tickets are available exclusively at chosentickets.com. (VIP seating is $32.00 and general admission is $25.00. Groups of 10 or more are $22.00). Various Ministries Womens Ministry RefresHer Fall Study: Sermon on the Mount Begins Tuesday, August 26 at 9am and Wednesday, Aug 27 at 6:30pm in the Worship Center Matthews gospel contains a sermon Jesus gave to His disciples to articulate what the life of a Christ-follower would look like. Janet Wicker (our Senior Pastors wife) will teach these three chapters as one cohesive message intended to challenge us to think differently about repentance, salvation, and sanctifcation. Workbooks are now on sale in the Lighthouse Bookstore. Band of Brothers Fall Study: Man Up Begins Wednesday, August 27 at 6:30pm in the Chapel Every Wednesday, we have a powerful time of teaching, discussion, and fellowship. Find out what it means to Man Up for God and be the men He intends for us to be. We will learn how to turn around the bad habits, lazy attitudes, and general couch potato mentality that often overtake us. SportsOutreach Beacons Celebrity Classic Golf Tournament Saturday, August 30 at 8:00am at Worthington Country Club This provides an opportunity for you to join with others in support of a program that is reaching out to the youth of our community through a variety of sports. For details, contact Naomi at fbcnbeacons@fbcn.org or call 596-8600 x213. DivorceCare New Session Begins Saturday, Sept 6 at 7:15pm in Room DC113 This class is for everyone who is suffering with the pain of divorce. For more information, go to www.divorcecare.org/groups/45417 or call Rhonda at 596- 8600 x261. Financial Peace University New Session Begins Tuesday, Sept 16 at 6:30pm in Room DC108 Dave Ramsey teaches you how to manage your fnances in this fun and informative class. You must sign-up online at www.daveramsey.com/fpu/ classfnder. For more information, you may call Rhonda at 596-8600 x261. Visit our table in the Commons the weekend of September 6 & 7. Mens Ministry 9/11 Commemorative Service Thursday, September 11 at 6:00pm in the Worship Center Join us for this special time of refection with special music, a wreath presentation, and special speakers Frank Silecchia (NYC Fireman who found the steel cross at the Trade Center site) and Patrick White (representing Shanksville, PA). New Adult Choir Rehearsal Time Begins Sunday, September 7 5:00-6:30pm in the Adult Choir Room Led by Sonya Stearns, this is a great choir option for those who are involved in Wednesday night ministries. If you have been wanting to sing in our Sunday Worship Choir but couldnt because of other conficts on Wednesday nights, now you have a new option of participating! Come and join us! Living Christmas Trees Journey to the Manger Drama Information Table in Commons This Weekend LCT Choir Retreat Saturday, September 6 To make this 32nd anniversary presentation special, we want more singers in the trees than weve ever had before. Our annual LCT Choir Retreat is Saturday, September 6 with breakfast at 8am, and rehearsal 9am-3pm with a catered lunch. Registration is $10. Please contact Tina at 596-8600 x229 if interested. An LCT Drama, Stage Ensemble, and Nativity information table is in the Commons by the staircase today through September 7. LCT tickets go on sale on Saturday, October 11. Surrendering the Secret Begins Tuesday, August 26 Are you suffering from the guilt and secrecy of a past abortion? Please contact STS@fbcn.org or call 239-596-8600 x282 to join us for our next 8 week study. Missions Ministry Spaghetti Splash Luncheon Sunday, September 7 at 12:20pm in the Commons This program will feature short reports from the Watsons, the Kentucky Mission Team, and Anne Bessette (Haiti mission trip). Lunch will be provided by the Missions Committee (monetary donations are welcomed). Gluten free options will be available. Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 3 to sgraham@fbcn. org or call 596-8600 x630. Major Concert Announcement Upcoming Mission Trips For Prayer and Consideration September 12-21 - Ecuador (TACTICA for police offcers) December 3-14 - Uganda (Orphans Heart) For details, please go to fbcnmissions.org/missiontrips. Joy Comes in the Morning (A Ministry to Widows) Begins Saturday, September 13 at 10:00am in DC121 Are you a woman who would like to meet with other widows for fellowship, prayer, and encouragement from Gods Word? Then please join us! RSVP by calling 596-8600 x115 or email jcmministry@fbcn.org. Our Benevolence Fund Needs Help The Benevolence Fund is what we use to bless those from our church family who fnd themselves going through a rough time fnancially. Currently this fund is very low. Please consider a donation to replenish this fund so that we can continue to help. Just make a check to First Baptist Church Naples and put BN in the memo section. Home Bible & Life Groups The fall session will run for 12 weeks starting the week of September 14. Russ & Linda Ayers Tuesdays 6:30pm/Autumn Woods Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage Al & Janie Winterman Mondays 6:30pm/Old Naples Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage Lee & Debbie Norton Mondays 6:30pm/Carlton Lakes Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage Mike & Angel Jarvis Sundays 6:30pm/Golden Gate Estates Becoming a Contagious Christian Couples with elementary-aged children Eric & Kristin Yeldell Sundays 6:30pm/Immokalee & 951 Becoming a Contagious Christian Couples with preschool-aged children Luis & Carmen Rodriguez Sundays 6pm/Wateways Spanish Speaking Group Sign-ups begin today in the Commons next to the Information Desk. Nathan & Martha Phillips Tuesdays 6:30pm/Autumn Woods The Art of Marriage Married adults 32 years old or younger Sharon Gammons Thursdays 6:30pm/Airport & Vanderbilt Overcome Ladies only (emphasis on widows) John & Jennifer Patterson Mondays 7pm/Golden Gate Estates Marriage, Parenting, & Topical Studies Chad & Shannon Moore Saturdays 7:45pm/Pine Ridge & Logan Recovering Redemption Couples married 3 weeks to 3+ years Kent & Lisa Anderson Mondays 6:30pm/Quail Woods Marriage Encounter Couples mid-30s to early 50s ** Find out more information about each group at our table in the Commons.** First Baptist Church Naples 3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109 Offce 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 August 25 - 31 Buddy Smith & Philip Ehling If you need assistance, please call the church deacon hotline at 800-732-9573. For Spanish, call 404-7764. Deacon of the Week Wednesday Family Meal Live streaming Saturday at 6:00pm and Sunday at 9:30am at fbcn.org! Visit our website: fbcn.org Like us on Facebook: FirstBaptistChurchNaples Follow us on Twitter: @fbcn @hayeswicker Ways to Connect Online with FBCN Contact Us Weekly Schedule Last Weekend This Upcoming Week 2013-2014 Operating Revenues July 1, 2014 - Aug 17, 2014 Budget Actual Variance $872,809 $835,866 ($36,943) Financial Stewardship Bible & Life Attendance August 16 & 17 Saturday Night 1,342 Sunday 9:30 a.m. 1,510 Total 2,852 Wednesday Night Study 308 Decisions for Christ Worship Attendance Visit a Bible & Life Group Today... We Will Help You Find One! How does a big church feel like a small community? By discovering our Bible & Life Groups! Bible & Life Groups are people experiencing life-changing Bible study and engaging in a lifestyle of reaching and serving others for Jesus Christ with a group of genuine friends. Visit the information desk in the Commons. The helpful volunteers there can guide you to a Bible & Life Group ftted just for you. See what God is doing! Debt balance as of Aug 17 $1,268,373 First Time Guests Welcome to First Baptist Church Naples We are glad that you came to worship with us. Our worship services are intended to give praise to God and reveal how Jesus gives hope for all who call on His name. We hope that you feel at home here! Greeters at the doors can help with any immediate needs/questions that you may have. Volunteers at the Information Desk in the Commons are there to assist you in fnding the perfect Bible & Life Group. Thank you for joining us today! For more detailed information about our church and ministries, please call Lou at 596-8600 x258. August 16 & 17 Saturday Night 840 Sunday 8:15 a.m. 70 Sunday 11:00 a.m. 814 Home Groups 176 Total 1,900 Statement of Faith Ernest Hebert Nancy Hebert August 27 (4:45-6:00pm in the Fellowship/Recreation Gym) Stuffed Pork Chops, Mashed Potatoes, Vegetable, Salad, Dessert Tickets may be purchased at the Lighthouse Cafe or at the door for $6 each or $25 for a family. Alternate choices available. Saturday, August 23 5:00 p.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus 6:00 p.m. Worship Service: Worship Center 6:00 p.m. Spanish Worship Service: Modular 1 7:30 p.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus Sunday, August 24 8:15 a.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus 9:00 a.m. Haitian Bible Study & Worship: ED206 9:00 a.m. Vietnamese Worship & Bible Study: DC221 9:30 a.m. Worship Service: Worship Center 10:00 a.m. Romanian Bible Study & Worship: Modular 4 11:00 a.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus 12:30 p.m. Spanish Worship Service: Student Center 5:00 p.m. Childrens Choirs & Student Creative Arts Teams 6:00 p.m. Romanian Worship Service: Modular 4 6:30 p.m. Haitian Worship Service: Modular 2 Tuesday, August 26 9:00 a.m. RefresHer Womens Ministry: Worship Center Wednesday, August 27 4:45 p.m. Family Meal: Fellowship Recreation-Gym 6:20 p.m. AWANA for Kids: Education Building 6:25 p.m. Band of Brothers Mens Ministry: Chapel 6:30 p.m. RefresHer Womens Ministry: Worship Center 6:30 p.m. High School Ministry: Home Groups Off Campus 6:30 p.m. Middle School Ministry: Student Center & Family Life Center 6:30 p.m. Worship Choir Rehearsal: Choir Room Other events this week include: Annas Tea, Surrendering the Secret, Prayer for our Pastors, Celebrate Recovery, and SportsOutreach Golf Tournament Senior Adults Annas Tea Monday, August 25 at 1:30pm in Room WC117 This is a ministry of the deacons wives to the widows of our congregation. Join us for fellowship and encouragement from Gods Word. Sign-up in the Fellowship Hallway, or call Vada at 596-8600 x268. Preschool & Childrens Ministry Weekday Part Time Employment and Volunteers Needed Teachers and assistants are needed to serve with young children on Saturday nights and Sunday mornings. Teachers and assistants are also needed to teach preschoolers (birth through four years old) during MOPS every other Thursday morning. For details about any of these positions, call Beverly at 596-8600 x351. The Childrens Ministry has a need for a 4th grade BLG assistant teacher on Sunday mornings. Please call Nancy at 596-8600 x350 for more details. First Steps Class Begins Saturday, September 13 at 7:30pm This is for children in 1st through 4th grade who would like to get baptized. It covers the topics of salvation, baptism, communion, being part of the church, and growing as a child of God. Please call 596-8600 x350 to register your child.