Good Monday evening to each of you. I hope that everyone had a wonderful Mother's Day. Even though there is a special day set aside to honor all the mothers, it's important to let them know everyday how much she means to you. Don't wait for that special day to let mom know you care. Show her today and always.

I wanted to take a few minutes to update you on some things taking place over the course of the next few weeks. Remember to mark the dates on your calendar!

The XYZ will meet on Friday, May 16th at 6:30pm in the fellowship hall.

Men's breakfast will be held on Sunday, May 18th in the fellowship hall. Gentlemen of all ages are invited and encouraged to attend. Breakfast will be served at 8am.

The General Officers will be announced during a special church conference on Sunday, May 18th after the morning worship service.

Women on Mission will meet on Wed., May 21st. All the ladies are invited and encouraged to attend!

Our church will be celebrating Memorial Day on Sunday, May 25th. This is a time of remembrance for all those that have served in our Armed Forces and the sacrifices he or she made in order to protect our freedom.

Graduation Sunday is June 1st. If you know of anyone graduation this year, please see our Minister of Students for more details.

Vacation Bible School is right around the corner. It's hard to believe we are in the middle of May in the year 2008. Time flies when you're having fun! The theme for this year is "Outrigger Island: Living God's Unshakable Truth", Psalm 86:11. There are classes for all ages. If you or someone you know might be interested in leading or assisting with a class, crafts, helping in the kitchen, etc., please see our Interim Music Director and she will sign you up!

Let's also remember our church secretary as she ventures out for a State Meeting this week. She will be out of the office beginning Thursday, May 15th-May 17th. She will return to work on Tuesday, May 20th. Please pray for traveling mercies for her and all those who will be in attendance. May God touch them all in a unique way and bring them back renewed and refreshed!

Youth & Children:

Attention parents: SNAC (Sunday Nights After Church) will be held on Sunday, May 18th after the evening service.

The youth will be going to see "Prince Caspian" (a sequel to "Chronicles of Narnia") on Saturday, May 17th. I am sure it will be as terrific as the "Chronicles of Narnia.

There will be a special youth led service on Sunday, May 18th. Come and join the fellowship as our young people display their talents for God's glory.

And don't forget to check out the student ministry website. You will find all activities listed for our youth and children as well as permission slips and such. The link is www.fbcnsm.blogspot.com.

I believe that's all I have for now. Until next time, take care and God bless!

In Christian Love,

Tina :-)