Summer is Here!

Hello! I hope that each and everyone of you is having a good week. Summer is indeed here! The temperatures constantly remind us of that fact. Thank heavens for the rain we have been having as well. The crops certainly need it!

As summer has fast approached we have many things going on. I will update you as I receive information, etc. Here are a few (these are also mentioned in the newsletter).

Chilren's camp at White Oak: Friday, June 30th- Sunday, July 2nd. They will be presenting their findings, etc. this Sunday night! You don't want to miss it!

Children's day camp is from Monday, July 10th through Thursday, July 13th.

The Secret Power Seminar has been changed to July 24-26. For girls only!

For more details on the above events, please refer to the appropriate flyer or see our children's and youth leader!

Don't forget to keep our youth in your prayers as they approach the 30 hour famine date. They will be fasting and praying for 30 hours to support those in need. This will be something new for them, so let's remember to show our support!

Also, let's not forget that our country has a birthday coming up next week! Independence day is next Tuesday. A good time to show those in our armed services (retired or active) how much we appreciate all they have done and continue to do for us! Without them, we would not be able to worship freely or sleep peacefully at night. Many have forgotten the brave and courageous men and women who give up their lives so that we can enjoy the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness! To them I say: "Job well done and God bless you and God bless America!". We need to put God back in His rightful place before He puts us in ours!!

I hope each of you will continue to enjoy your week. Take care and if there is any information you wish to have posted, please let me know! God bless!

Love in Christ,

Tina :-)

When We Feel Like all is Lost

Hello! I hope everyone is having a wonderful week. It is almost over and the weekend will soon be here! It sure has been HOT! We should be very thankful for the rain when we get it.

A very dear friend and sister in Christ sent this to me and I thought I would share it with you! Hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

"The Wind and the Sea Obey Him:

Have you ever been in a really bad storm on the ocean, a river, or a lake? Have you ever felt the wind howl, the rain pound down, and the waves wash over the sides as the boat pitched and rolled violently? Have you ever felt that no matter what you ddi, you were at the mercy of the tempest? That the storm was so vast that you were as nothing in the face of it?
That's probably how the apostles felt on the Sea of Galilee that day. They had left the shore in calm weather. But suddenlt and without warning a terrible storm hit the huge lake. The tiny boat was completely at the mercy of the winds and the waves.
In a panic, the apostles woke Jesus; he was sleeping in the stern of the boat. Can you imagine their amazement, their unbelieving sense of wonder, when Jesus calmly told the storm to be still--and the wind and the waves instantly became still? No wonder the question: "Who then is this, that even the wind and sea obey him?"
Who is this? This is the Christ, the Son of the Living God, the firstborn of all Creation. This is the Word who was with God and the Word was God at the very creation of the cosmos. Read John 1:1.
Who is this? This is the Christ, the one who emptied himself of his godly powers so that he could share our lives with us, showing us the way to life abundant and life eternal in God. Read Philippians 2:5-11.
Who is this? This is the Christ, infinite in power and love; who holds us and all creation in the hollow of his hand.
Who is this? This is the Christ who lived and died and rose again into new life. He who could do this can surely control the storms on the sea--and in our lives.

Written by" John P. Gilbert

This is so true. It is so awesome to know that with the snap of your fingers or in a single breath, God can change things to an amazing and unforgetful experience. He doesn't put us through difficult times to punish us. He allows things to happen to us so that we might draw closer to Him. So when the storms of life seem to difficult to bear, think of Jesus hanging on the cross, suffering for our sins. It should bring things into a better perception.

We have some exciting things happening in our church. Continue reading to find out more!

The children will be leaving for camp at White Oak Friday, June 30th and will return Sunday, July 2nd. This promises to be a fun and exciting experience for all in attendance. A $25.00 deposit is in order. Upon their return that Sunday afternoon, they will have a growth/activities presentation during the evening worship service. Don't miss out on a great blessing!

Chilren's Day Camp is from Monday, July 10th through Thursday, July 14th. Please see our youth and children's leader for more information.

There will be a Secret Power seminar for teenage girls July24-26.

Don't forget: our youth our approaching the time for the 30 hour famine. Please be in prayer for them as they take part in this life-learning experience. They will be fasting and praying for 30 hours. I admire them for taking on something like this! I pray that God will use them in a powerful way for His glory!

Congratulations is in order to one of our young ladies. She was an American Legion Auxiliary Delegate to South Carolina's Girls State and was elected to the House of Representatives! This is a major accomplishment in her life and I know that her parents must be very proud of her! Congratulations again and keep up the good work!

Our Sunday School class (Truthseekers) is getting ready for a gathering for our class next month. We are excited about this time of food and fellowship. We are hoping to make some contacts to continue building our class. If you know of anyone looking for a class to join, please let us know! We would love to have them join us!

Also, the choir is getting ready for an outing as well. This promises to be a fun time of food and fellowship as well. If you are thinking about joining the choir, now is a good time to do so. We are always happy to have new members. Remember: God said to make a joyful noise, He didn't say it had to be sung on the right note (it is helpful, but it is all for God's glory!).

That about wraps up all I have for now. I hope I didn't leave anything out. As always, please let me know of any upcoming activities, etc. that I may not be aware of. Am glad to post them!

Until next time, take care and God bless!

Love in Christ,

Tina :-)

Hats off to Dad!

Well, tomorrow is Father's Day. Time to show dear ol' dad just how much he means to us. As with Mother's Day, we should not wait for only one day a year to arrive to show mom and dad how much they mean to us. All year long they show us how much we mean to them.

I am thankful each and every day for my dad. He means a lot to me (more than words can ever express). I don't know where I would be without him. He has instilled in me a sense of right and wrong but most of all he has shown me many, many times just how much he loves me. Not only me, but all his children.

Not only am I thankful for my earthly father, but I am also grateful for my Heavenly Father. I am humbled that He sent His only Son to die to save me from my sins. A blessing that amazes me each and every day that He could love us that much. I look forward to the day when I will see my Savior face to face.

I encourage each of us to take the time to show dad a little extra love and patience not only tomorrow, but everyday.

Don't forget about Men's breakfast tomorrow morning at 8am. Remember to set your alarm clock so you don't miss this wonderful time of food and fellowship.

I also wanted to mention that during VBS, we had one profession of faith. This young lady made a public profession of faith last Sunday and is a candidate for baptism. Tis a beautiful moment in her life and I encourage each of us to help her grow and become the person Christ would have her to be. Congratulations and welcome to the family. The family of God!

Take care and happy Father's Day!

Love in Christ,

Tina :-)

Busy, Busy Busy

Happy Wednesday to each of you! I hope you are having a good week. As for me, I have been feeling a little under the weather. I left work early yesterday with a terrible pain in my stomach and started running a fever late last night. Have had a fever off and on today, but don't feel like I did yesterday. I have never been one to like being sick (don't know of anybody that does like to be sick) and I would DEFINITELY not make a good hospital patient. Anyway, enough about me and my ailments.

We have some exciting things taking place in our church. Remember to mark the dates on your calendar so you don't miss out!

Camp at White Oak will be coming soon for rising 4th, 5th and 6th graders. If you are looking for an adventure, you don't want to miss out on this exciting time at camp. A deposit of $25.00 is in order if you would like to attend. Please see our children's and youth leader for more details!

AtlantaFest for youth is this Thursday, June 15th-Saturday, June 17th. You are sure to have a blast!

Children's Day Camp: Monday, June 26th-Thursday, June 29th. Come on out and bring a friend!

Our Sunday School class the "TruthSeekers" is continuing the reading and studying of "The Purpose Driven Life". I am continuing to enjoy the readings and discussions. This is a book that should be read by everyone!

The drop in that was held this past Sunday for our pastor and his wife was wonderful! Much appreciation and thanks to those that spearheaded this drop in and also to those that assisted with the preparations, clean up, etc. The pastor was given a beautifully engraved keepsake box (it has the picture of North FBC engraved on it along with his years of service). His lovely wife was given a day at the spa (which will be greatly needed after all the loading and unloading of boxes is complete!) as well as a keepsake box for her curio cabinet. These are small tokens of our love and appreciation for them both. They will forever be in our hearts and prayers.

That concludes all I have for now. I pray that each of you will continue to have a safe and blessed week. Also, please remember my cousin in your prayers. She is scheduled to have surgery Monday, June 19th.

God bless!

Love in Christ,

Tina :-)

Current Happenings

Hello! I trust you all had a blessed week. I am glad that it is Friday! Today was a bear. I am thankful for the busyness of the day. We have so many things going on in our lives that we often times overlook the things that really matter.

Speaking of things that are happening; we have lots of things going on around our church. You don't want to miss any of it.

The children will be heading off to camp at White Oak soon. A deposit of $25.00 is in order. This camp is for rising 4th, 5th and 6th graders. I can remember when we took trips like this. I encourage those that wish to be a part of this event to take part. You will have memories to cherish for many years to come.

The "Secret Power" seminar for teenage girls will be this Monday, June 12-Wednesday, June 14th. There will be a special outing on Tuesday night (you will be going to Fatz cafe in Orangeburg).

The youth will be taking off for AtlantaFest this Thursday, June 15 and they will return Saturday, June 17th.

Let us not forget the "Farewell Drop-In" for our beloved pastor and his loving wife. They have come to mean so much to each of us and will be sad to see them go. They will always be a part of our family here at North FBC. The drop in will be this Sunday, June 11th in the fellowship hall from 3-5pm. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend. May God continue to bless them and their family!

That about covers all I have for now. I hope you all enjoy your weekend. I understand we are in for some hot weather. Try and stay cool! Take care and God bless!

Love in Christ,

Tina :-)