Hot! That's all I can say. It is just plain hot!! The scorching weather we have been having lately can also be viewed as the way Satan turns up the heat when he tempts us to do things that aren't pleasing to God. Temptation can lead to a very uncomfortable situation, not only for the folks around the person, but for the person in general. Satan likes to see us squirm. We have to remember to keep our cool and allow God to work through us. By doing so, we allow God to be in control and by His loving grace, He puts the flames out. The only fire we should ever have going is the one that sets us on fire for Jesus!
I have some information regarding the 30 hour famine the youth participated in last weekend. So far they have raised $250.00. I don't have to total calculations yet, but will update you when I do. Story has it that they had a wonderful time. Not eating for a while was a little difficult, but they pulled through and did a marvelous job! All things are possible through Christ who strengthens me. He never gives us more than we can handle. Much applause again to the youth and all those involved with this mission for world hunger!
Next Sunday promises to be a busy day. The deacons will start their Sunday morning with a deacon's meeting at 8am. Remember to mark it on your calendar.
Also, the children's and youth committees will meet next Sunday, Aug. 6th. Children's committee meeting will begin at 4pm followed immediately by the youth committee meeting at 4:30.
We should also keep in mind that the nominating committee is hard at work trying to find folks to fill positions in our church. Please allow the Lord to speak to you and find the right place for you to do His work in our church. There is a job for everyone!
I hope your week has been wonderful. Please remember to keep those that are sick, bereaved, shut-in, in our military and positions of leadership in our country in your prayers. We should also remember to keep our pastor and his family in our prayers as well. Moving is never a fun and easy thing to do. I hope they (as well as our former pastor and his wife) are getting all settled in.
May God continue to bless each and everyone of you. Take care and enjoy the rest of your week!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Thursday, August 03, 2006
Monday, July 31, 2006
Turning up the Heat
Hello! I don't know about the rest of you, but I am sure you would agree.........it has been mighty hot lately. And the next few days are going to be even more hot! I am thankful for the rain (even the smallest amount) that we get. We certainly need it.
I hope your week has started off on the right track. Have had a few bumps in the road in my direction, but what doesn't kill us, makes us stronger!
I just wanted to take a few minutes to update you on some happenings in our church:
The youth have completed their 30 hour famine for world hunger. I don't have all the details as of this moment, but will post more once I have them.
There will be a Children's and Youth committee meeting this Sunday, August 6th. The children's committee meeting will begin at 4pm. The youth committee will meet at 4:30pm.
The deacons of our church are scheduled to have a meeting this Sunday, August 6th. The meeting will begin at 8pm.
If you are participating in First Place, remember to mark it on your calendar. Weigh-in starts at 6:30 and the meeting begins at 7pm.
The children will be having a back to school movie day this Saturday, August 5th. Speaking of which, it won't be long before our students and teachers will be heading back to school. It seems as though the summer gets shorter and shorter each year. All good things must come to an end! North Elementary and high schools are to begin the new year on Monday, August 14th. So, soak up all the "fun-in-the-sun" while you can. It will soon be back to business!
Secret Power for teen girls starts Sunday, August 13th. For more details, please see our children's and youth leader.
Many thanks to those that help keep the prayer list current. Please contact the church office to add or remove someone. If noone is available, please leave a message. Your help is greatly appreciated!
I hope the rest of your week goes smoothly. Keep on standing on the promises of God!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
I hope your week has started off on the right track. Have had a few bumps in the road in my direction, but what doesn't kill us, makes us stronger!
I just wanted to take a few minutes to update you on some happenings in our church:
The youth have completed their 30 hour famine for world hunger. I don't have all the details as of this moment, but will post more once I have them.
There will be a Children's and Youth committee meeting this Sunday, August 6th. The children's committee meeting will begin at 4pm. The youth committee will meet at 4:30pm.
The deacons of our church are scheduled to have a meeting this Sunday, August 6th. The meeting will begin at 8pm.
If you are participating in First Place, remember to mark it on your calendar. Weigh-in starts at 6:30 and the meeting begins at 7pm.
The children will be having a back to school movie day this Saturday, August 5th. Speaking of which, it won't be long before our students and teachers will be heading back to school. It seems as though the summer gets shorter and shorter each year. All good things must come to an end! North Elementary and high schools are to begin the new year on Monday, August 14th. So, soak up all the "fun-in-the-sun" while you can. It will soon be back to business!
Secret Power for teen girls starts Sunday, August 13th. For more details, please see our children's and youth leader.
Many thanks to those that help keep the prayer list current. Please contact the church office to add or remove someone. If noone is available, please leave a message. Your help is greatly appreciated!
I hope the rest of your week goes smoothly. Keep on standing on the promises of God!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Thursday, July 27, 2006
30 Hour Famine
Hello! I wanted to remind everyone of the upcoming event the youth will be participating in this weekend. They are preparing for their 30-hours of fasting for world hunger. This is a huge task they will be undertaking. I encourage everyone to remember them in your thoughts and prayers. Below are some events that will be taking place during those 30 hours:
Youth will meet at the church at 4:30am Saturday morning for a trip to IHOP. The 30 hours will begin at 6am Saturday, July 29th. The fast will end Sunday, July 30th at noon. During the hours of 10am-12noon on Saturday, the youth will be hosting a "Long-Drive" out behind St. Mark's United Methodist Church. Bring your own equipment. Cost to participate is $3.00 per ball (you may purchase as many as you like). First, second and third place prizes will be scrumptous cakes baked by some of the ladies of FBC. YUMMY!! All proceeds will go to the 30 hour famine for world hunger.
I am proud of our youth for taking on this important task. I am sure as time draws closer to this event, the more nervous they become. All things are possible through Christ who strengthens me. You are sure to blessed!
Please remember to keep them in your prayers and let them know how proud we are of them for being a part of this! Take care and hope to see you Sunday!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Youth will meet at the church at 4:30am Saturday morning for a trip to IHOP. The 30 hours will begin at 6am Saturday, July 29th. The fast will end Sunday, July 30th at noon. During the hours of 10am-12noon on Saturday, the youth will be hosting a "Long-Drive" out behind St. Mark's United Methodist Church. Bring your own equipment. Cost to participate is $3.00 per ball (you may purchase as many as you like). First, second and third place prizes will be scrumptous cakes baked by some of the ladies of FBC. YUMMY!! All proceeds will go to the 30 hour famine for world hunger.
I am proud of our youth for taking on this important task. I am sure as time draws closer to this event, the more nervous they become. All things are possible through Christ who strengthens me. You are sure to blessed!
Please remember to keep them in your prayers and let them know how proud we are of them for being a part of this! Take care and hope to see you Sunday!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Wednesday, July 26, 2006
New Link
Hello to each of you! Hope you are having a great week. Just wanted to update you on a new website our church has. It is for the youth. Check it out when you have time. It is www.northfbcyouth.blogspot.com. I took a look at it today and I have to say it is very awesome and encouraging. I hope I can keep up! :-) Tis never a competition when it is for the Lord! Amen! Things only get better.
We are fortunate to have such talented folks in our church. We have so much to be thankful for. I was just watching a program on TV and the host had several different reporters on there today. They were discussing some of the interviews/stories they have covered over the years. Some of them are pretty terrifying. We must realize as a nation and as Christians the amount of tragedy that is in the world. Satan works his power in ways that only he can. He tests us and it is ultimately up to us as to whether we follow his tauntings.
America as a whole is very lucky. We do forget the men and women who have fought for our freedom and that we will have to answer to God one day for the things we have done. Life is so very short and we must be prepared for when that final day comes. We will all stand in front of our judge and jury and we will be held accountable. Let us take advantage of the opportunities that He places in front of us.
I hear some people say that it isn't up to us to win people to Christ. That upsets me. How else do they hear about Jesus? It is up to us as Christians to spread the good news. The final decision is up to the person we might be witnessing to, but it is our job as Christians to tell others of the loving Savior who died on the cross to save us from our sins. We can either sit back and look the other way, or we can take a moment to show the benefits of living a life for Jesus. Not everyone is as fortunate as most of us have been to be raised in a Christian atmosphere. We are blessed for having the opportunity.
I am thankful each and every day for the loving family I have (both at home and at church) as well as the wonderful friends I have been blessed with. We should grab onto the moments we have in life to let others know how much we care about them. When we criticize others, not only are we hurting ourselves, but we are also taking away from God. Each and everyone holds a special place with God and noone is beneath him.
When we do find ourselves passing judgement, we should remember the passage of scripture that tells not to judge and not to forget about the plank in our own eye. I have had some things laid upon my heart this week and they are causing me to reflect on the Christian that I am. I want to continue growing in Christ and improving in ways that only He can make happen. We have to meet God in the middle. We shouldn't expect Him to do all the work. He allows us to make the choices we make in order to draw us closer to Him.
I encourage us all to remember to take the time to smile or say a kind word to someone. We never know what kind of day someone may be having. The kind word we speak or the door we hold open for someone may just be the thing that brightens that person's day and leads him or her to Christ.
I hope and pray that the rest of your week is truly blessed.
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
We are fortunate to have such talented folks in our church. We have so much to be thankful for. I was just watching a program on TV and the host had several different reporters on there today. They were discussing some of the interviews/stories they have covered over the years. Some of them are pretty terrifying. We must realize as a nation and as Christians the amount of tragedy that is in the world. Satan works his power in ways that only he can. He tests us and it is ultimately up to us as to whether we follow his tauntings.
America as a whole is very lucky. We do forget the men and women who have fought for our freedom and that we will have to answer to God one day for the things we have done. Life is so very short and we must be prepared for when that final day comes. We will all stand in front of our judge and jury and we will be held accountable. Let us take advantage of the opportunities that He places in front of us.
I hear some people say that it isn't up to us to win people to Christ. That upsets me. How else do they hear about Jesus? It is up to us as Christians to spread the good news. The final decision is up to the person we might be witnessing to, but it is our job as Christians to tell others of the loving Savior who died on the cross to save us from our sins. We can either sit back and look the other way, or we can take a moment to show the benefits of living a life for Jesus. Not everyone is as fortunate as most of us have been to be raised in a Christian atmosphere. We are blessed for having the opportunity.
I am thankful each and every day for the loving family I have (both at home and at church) as well as the wonderful friends I have been blessed with. We should grab onto the moments we have in life to let others know how much we care about them. When we criticize others, not only are we hurting ourselves, but we are also taking away from God. Each and everyone holds a special place with God and noone is beneath him.
When we do find ourselves passing judgement, we should remember the passage of scripture that tells not to judge and not to forget about the plank in our own eye. I have had some things laid upon my heart this week and they are causing me to reflect on the Christian that I am. I want to continue growing in Christ and improving in ways that only He can make happen. We have to meet God in the middle. We shouldn't expect Him to do all the work. He allows us to make the choices we make in order to draw us closer to Him.
I encourage us all to remember to take the time to smile or say a kind word to someone. We never know what kind of day someone may be having. The kind word we speak or the door we hold open for someone may just be the thing that brightens that person's day and leads him or her to Christ.
I hope and pray that the rest of your week is truly blessed.
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Sunday, July 23, 2006
The Long Drive
As we are all aware, the youth of our church will be participating in a 30 hour famine this Saturday, July 29th-30th. They will be fasting for 30 hours in order to raise money for world hunger. As part of this event, they will be holding a Long Drive Contest (golf) from 10am-12noon on Saturday, July 29th. This will take place behing St. Mark's United Methodist Church on the outskirts of North heading toward Orangeburg. You must bring your own equipment. Cost to participate is $3.00 per ball and you may purchase as many as you would like. Prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place will be cakes donated by ladies of FBC. Trust me, they will be scrumptous!!! All proceeds will go to the 30 hour famine for world hunger. Remember to keep our youth in your prayers as they draw closer to the time of this event. World hunger is a serious problem and I am proud that they will be participating in such an important mission.
**The youth are asking for donations of popsicles with fruit juice in them, orange juice or fruit juices to help keep them hydrated during the 30 hour famine. Am sure water and Gatorade would be appreciated as well! They are also asking that if you wish to donate any of these items, please bring them to the fellowship hall this Wednesday evening (July 26th).**
We had a wonderful time at our covered dish and pounding for our new pastor and his wife today. The food was delicious as always, but the fellowship was even better. I enjoyed every moment of it and I hope you did too! The message this morning was on unity. We, as Christians, should and need to be united. When we aren't, it allows Satan to stand even taller and be even bolder to his bidding. If he finds any way to gain entrance, he will take full advantage of that opportunity. When we as Christians say negative things about other people (and we are ALL guilty of this at some point), it only allows Satan to be stronger.
I am finding that along with the messages we have been hearing in church lately, along with the reading of "The Purpose Driven Life" and even some comments made to me by some very dear friends of mine, I really have some issues in my life I need to work on. I know it will be hard, and I know with God's guidance I can do this. As I said, it will be hard. Old habits are hard to break!
I hope each of you will have a blessed Sunday! Take care and until next time, God bless!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
**The youth are asking for donations of popsicles with fruit juice in them, orange juice or fruit juices to help keep them hydrated during the 30 hour famine. Am sure water and Gatorade would be appreciated as well! They are also asking that if you wish to donate any of these items, please bring them to the fellowship hall this Wednesday evening (July 26th).**
We had a wonderful time at our covered dish and pounding for our new pastor and his wife today. The food was delicious as always, but the fellowship was even better. I enjoyed every moment of it and I hope you did too! The message this morning was on unity. We, as Christians, should and need to be united. When we aren't, it allows Satan to stand even taller and be even bolder to his bidding. If he finds any way to gain entrance, he will take full advantage of that opportunity. When we as Christians say negative things about other people (and we are ALL guilty of this at some point), it only allows Satan to be stronger.
I am finding that along with the messages we have been hearing in church lately, along with the reading of "The Purpose Driven Life" and even some comments made to me by some very dear friends of mine, I really have some issues in my life I need to work on. I know it will be hard, and I know with God's guidance I can do this. As I said, it will be hard. Old habits are hard to break!
I hope each of you will have a blessed Sunday! Take care and until next time, God bless!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Saturday, July 22, 2006
Good Saturday afternoon to each of you. I hope that your week went well. Tomorrow will be the first day for our new pastor. We will have a pounding and covered dish lunch immediately following the morning service. I encourage each you to come out and enjoy us in this time of food, fellowship and join us in welcoming our new pastor and his family. Hope to see you there!
The youth are preparing for their 30 hour famine on July 29-30. They will start at 6am on the 29th after a trip to IHOP that morning. There will be some events going on that weekend for the church. I will post them here once I have all the details. Please remember to keep all the youth in your prayers as they close in on this coming weekend. This is an important step in their Christian walk and I know they will be blessed.
Secret Power seminar will be held Monday, July 24th through Wednesday, July 26th. Please see our youth and children's leader for more details.
First Place is being held on Monday nights. Weigh-in is at 6:30pm and the meeting starts at 7pm.
Please remember to contact the church office when name(s) need to be added or removed from the church prayer list. Your help is greatly appreciated in keeping this information as current as possible. If no one answers, please leave a message!
Also, let's continue to remember those that are in our military, serving in positions of leadership in our country and those that are in need right here in our own community in our prayers. God does answer prayer!
I hope your Saturday is as wonderful as can be and I hope to see you tomorrow at church!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
P.S. As always, if there is something you would like to have posted on the blog to share with others, please let me know. Am always glad to do so! :-)
The youth are preparing for their 30 hour famine on July 29-30. They will start at 6am on the 29th after a trip to IHOP that morning. There will be some events going on that weekend for the church. I will post them here once I have all the details. Please remember to keep all the youth in your prayers as they close in on this coming weekend. This is an important step in their Christian walk and I know they will be blessed.
Secret Power seminar will be held Monday, July 24th through Wednesday, July 26th. Please see our youth and children's leader for more details.
First Place is being held on Monday nights. Weigh-in is at 6:30pm and the meeting starts at 7pm.
Please remember to contact the church office when name(s) need to be added or removed from the church prayer list. Your help is greatly appreciated in keeping this information as current as possible. If no one answers, please leave a message!
Also, let's continue to remember those that are in our military, serving in positions of leadership in our country and those that are in need right here in our own community in our prayers. God does answer prayer!
I hope your Saturday is as wonderful as can be and I hope to see you tomorrow at church!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
P.S. As always, if there is something you would like to have posted on the blog to share with others, please let me know. Am always glad to do so! :-)
Wednesday, July 19, 2006
Happenings..........
Hello and good Wednesday to each of you. I hope your week is going well. I have just a few things I wanted to mention to you today.
First, we will be welcoming our new pastor and his family this Sunday, July 23rd. Let's remember to keep them in our prayers as they begin their new lives here in North and as they are traveling here Thursday. I pray that God will keep his hand upon them and grant them traveling mercies. There will be a covered dish lunch immediately following the morning service. Remember to bring your best dish or dishes and come and join in the fellowship!
First Place has resumed its normal meeting time on Mondays. Weigh-in begins at 6:30 and the sessions start at 7pm. The first session was on Monday, July 17th.
The Secret Power seminar for our youth girls is scheduled for Monday, July 24th through Wednesday, July 26th. For more information, please see our youth and children's leader.
Men: don't forget about Men's Prayer time each Friday morning in the Prayer Garden at 7am. If the weather is rainy, etc. then the prayer group moves inside the church sanctuary. Come and join your brothers in Christ for a time of prayer and fellowship.
I am thankful for the number of folks who were in attendance Sunday night. I know that our former pastor and his wife are appreciative as well. Let's also remember to keep them in our prayers as they begin a new life in their new home. They will forever be in our hearts. We have been blessed to have had them with us for the past 12 years.
That covers all that I have for now. I encourage each of you to be in attendance Sunday to help welcome our new pastor and his family. Come out and bring a friend. Have a great week. See you Sunday!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Also, let me share this with you. It was given to me by a beloved friend and sister in Christ.
They walked in tandem, each of the ninety-two students filing into the already crowded auditorium with rich maroon gowns flowing and the traditional caps, they looked almost as grown up as they felt.
Dads swallowed hard behind broad smiles, and Moms freely brushed away tears.
This class would not pray during the commencements---not by choice, but because of a recent court ruling prohibiting it.
The principal and several students were careful to stay within the guidelines allowed by the ruling. They gave inspirational and challenging speeches, but no one mentioned divine guidance and no one asked for blessings on the graduates or their families.
The speeches were nice, but they were routine---until the final speech received a standing ovation.
A solitary student walked proudly to the microphone. He stood still and silent for just a moment, and then, it happened. All 92 students, every single one of them, suddenly SNEEZED!!!
The student on stage simply looked at the audience and said, "GOD BLESS YOU, each and every one of you!" And he walked off stage...
The audience exploded into applause. The graduating class found a unique way to invoke God's blessing on their future with or without the court's approval.
GOD BLESS YOU!!!
In God We Trust, United We Stand.
This is a true story; happened at the University of Maryland. It's inspiring.
(God always finds a way to make Himself known. He shouldn't be hidden under a barrel or anything else. We should allow His light to shine. He doesn't have anything to be ashamed of. We do! He came and died for our sins that we might be free and have everlasting life in Him. For that, we should praise Him!)
First, we will be welcoming our new pastor and his family this Sunday, July 23rd. Let's remember to keep them in our prayers as they begin their new lives here in North and as they are traveling here Thursday. I pray that God will keep his hand upon them and grant them traveling mercies. There will be a covered dish lunch immediately following the morning service. Remember to bring your best dish or dishes and come and join in the fellowship!
First Place has resumed its normal meeting time on Mondays. Weigh-in begins at 6:30 and the sessions start at 7pm. The first session was on Monday, July 17th.
The Secret Power seminar for our youth girls is scheduled for Monday, July 24th through Wednesday, July 26th. For more information, please see our youth and children's leader.
Men: don't forget about Men's Prayer time each Friday morning in the Prayer Garden at 7am. If the weather is rainy, etc. then the prayer group moves inside the church sanctuary. Come and join your brothers in Christ for a time of prayer and fellowship.
I am thankful for the number of folks who were in attendance Sunday night. I know that our former pastor and his wife are appreciative as well. Let's also remember to keep them in our prayers as they begin a new life in their new home. They will forever be in our hearts. We have been blessed to have had them with us for the past 12 years.
That covers all that I have for now. I encourage each of you to be in attendance Sunday to help welcome our new pastor and his family. Come out and bring a friend. Have a great week. See you Sunday!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Also, let me share this with you. It was given to me by a beloved friend and sister in Christ.
They walked in tandem, each of the ninety-two students filing into the already crowded auditorium with rich maroon gowns flowing and the traditional caps, they looked almost as grown up as they felt.
Dads swallowed hard behind broad smiles, and Moms freely brushed away tears.
This class would not pray during the commencements---not by choice, but because of a recent court ruling prohibiting it.
The principal and several students were careful to stay within the guidelines allowed by the ruling. They gave inspirational and challenging speeches, but no one mentioned divine guidance and no one asked for blessings on the graduates or their families.
The speeches were nice, but they were routine---until the final speech received a standing ovation.
A solitary student walked proudly to the microphone. He stood still and silent for just a moment, and then, it happened. All 92 students, every single one of them, suddenly SNEEZED!!!
The student on stage simply looked at the audience and said, "GOD BLESS YOU, each and every one of you!" And he walked off stage...
The audience exploded into applause. The graduating class found a unique way to invoke God's blessing on their future with or without the court's approval.
GOD BLESS YOU!!!
In God We Trust, United We Stand.
This is a true story; happened at the University of Maryland. It's inspiring.
(God always finds a way to make Himself known. He shouldn't be hidden under a barrel or anything else. We should allow His light to shine. He doesn't have anything to be ashamed of. We do! He came and died for our sins that we might be free and have everlasting life in Him. For that, we should praise Him!)
Friday, July 14, 2006
Friends
Happy Friday to each of you. I trust that everyone had a good week! My week was ok. I went back to work after being on vacation last week. It's always hard to go back when you've had time off. I am thankful that I have a job to go back to! The week was eventful so say the least. My second day back at work, I slipped down the ramp at my Mom's house (what fun!) and apparently felt the need to spill my drink twice in one day! Then I dropped the beeper that we have at work in water the night I was on call with one of the doctors. I am happy to say that it finally dried out enough to work again! Those are just some highlights of the fun week I have had. Could have been worse though!
In keeping with the happenings around our church, I am sad to say that this Sunday will be our beloved pastor's last Sunday with us. He and his wife will be greatly missed by everyone. They have come to mean so much to each of us. I know that God will continue to bless them in their journey and I trust that each of us will continue to remember them in thought and prayer. I noticed that the title of this Sunday evening's service is "Friends are Friends Forever" and it made me remember this song.
"Friends" - Michael W Smith
Packing up the dreams God planted
In the fertile soil of you
Can't believe the hopes He's granted
Means a chapter in your life is through
But we'll keep you close as always
It won't even seem you've gone
'Cause our hearts in big and small ways
Will keep the love that keeps us strong
And friends are friends forever
If the Lord's the Lord of them
And a friend will not say "never"
'Cause the welcome will not end
Though it's hard to let you go
In the Father's hands we know
That a lifetime's not too long to live as friends
With the faith and love God's given
Springing from the hope we know
We will pray the joy you'll live in
Is the strength that now you show
But we'll keep you close as always
It won't even seem you've gone
'Cause our hearts in big and small ways
Will keep the love that keeps us strong
This song has many meanings for me. It is a treasured one for me and many of my close, personal friends and I feel it appropriate to share at this chapter of life as well.
I encourage and remind the men of the church to be in attendance this Sunday for Men's breakfast. I am sure it will be one that won't quickly be forgotten. Breakfast is served at 8am. Please make plans to be in attendance!
The deadline for next month's newsletter is Tuesday, July 18th at 9am. If you have any items you wish to have included, please remember to have them at the church office in time!
Secret Power Seminar for youth girls will be held July 24-26. For more information regarding this event, please see our youth and children's leader!
That about covers all I have for this time. I would like to say a special thank you to the pastor and his family for a terrific job over the years and many thanks for everything you have done! You will not be forgotten! And truly, a friend's a friend forever, if the Lord's the Lord of them! Amen!!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
In keeping with the happenings around our church, I am sad to say that this Sunday will be our beloved pastor's last Sunday with us. He and his wife will be greatly missed by everyone. They have come to mean so much to each of us. I know that God will continue to bless them in their journey and I trust that each of us will continue to remember them in thought and prayer. I noticed that the title of this Sunday evening's service is "Friends are Friends Forever" and it made me remember this song.
"Friends" - Michael W Smith
Packing up the dreams God planted
In the fertile soil of you
Can't believe the hopes He's granted
Means a chapter in your life is through
But we'll keep you close as always
It won't even seem you've gone
'Cause our hearts in big and small ways
Will keep the love that keeps us strong
And friends are friends forever
If the Lord's the Lord of them
And a friend will not say "never"
'Cause the welcome will not end
Though it's hard to let you go
In the Father's hands we know
That a lifetime's not too long to live as friends
With the faith and love God's given
Springing from the hope we know
We will pray the joy you'll live in
Is the strength that now you show
But we'll keep you close as always
It won't even seem you've gone
'Cause our hearts in big and small ways
Will keep the love that keeps us strong
This song has many meanings for me. It is a treasured one for me and many of my close, personal friends and I feel it appropriate to share at this chapter of life as well.
I encourage and remind the men of the church to be in attendance this Sunday for Men's breakfast. I am sure it will be one that won't quickly be forgotten. Breakfast is served at 8am. Please make plans to be in attendance!
The deadline for next month's newsletter is Tuesday, July 18th at 9am. If you have any items you wish to have included, please remember to have them at the church office in time!
Secret Power Seminar for youth girls will be held July 24-26. For more information regarding this event, please see our youth and children's leader!
That about covers all I have for this time. I would like to say a special thank you to the pastor and his family for a terrific job over the years and many thanks for everything you have done! You will not be forgotten! And truly, a friend's a friend forever, if the Lord's the Lord of them! Amen!!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Wednesday, July 05, 2006
Happenings for this week.........
Good Wednesday evening to each of you. I hope everyone had a safe and blessed 4th. Here are some current happenings for our church:
Men: Don't forget about Men's Prayer Time each Friday morning at 7am.
Children & Youth: Children's Day Camp will be held Monday, July 10th through Thursday, July 13th.
Youth girls: The Secret Power seminar that had been rescheduled will be held Mondah, July 24th through Wednesday, July 26th. Make plans to be there. If you haven't already signed up, please be sure to see our Youth and Children's leader.
First Place will resume sessions on Monday, July 17th. Weigh-in begins at 6:30 and the meeting will start at 7pm. If you are interested, please be sure to sign up soon!
There will also be a Deacon's meeting this Sunday, July 9th at 8am. A quarterly church conference is scheduled for this Sunday immediately following the morning service. I encourage everyone to be in attendance to participate in the business of the church.
Our Sunday School class is holding a social this Saturday. We hope to get some folks that have been missing out on the time of learning and fellowship to join us there and have them become a part of our class. We want to keep growing for God's kingdom! I am looking forward to the wonderful time of food and fellowship.
That about covers all I have for now. Also, don't forget that the choir won't be having practice after the evening service during the month of July. We will resume normal practice time again in August. If you are interested in joining, please do so. We are very glad to have you there!
I hope the rest of your week is great. Take care and will see you Sunday!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Men: Don't forget about Men's Prayer Time each Friday morning at 7am.
Children & Youth: Children's Day Camp will be held Monday, July 10th through Thursday, July 13th.
Youth girls: The Secret Power seminar that had been rescheduled will be held Mondah, July 24th through Wednesday, July 26th. Make plans to be there. If you haven't already signed up, please be sure to see our Youth and Children's leader.
First Place will resume sessions on Monday, July 17th. Weigh-in begins at 6:30 and the meeting will start at 7pm. If you are interested, please be sure to sign up soon!
There will also be a Deacon's meeting this Sunday, July 9th at 8am. A quarterly church conference is scheduled for this Sunday immediately following the morning service. I encourage everyone to be in attendance to participate in the business of the church.
Our Sunday School class is holding a social this Saturday. We hope to get some folks that have been missing out on the time of learning and fellowship to join us there and have them become a part of our class. We want to keep growing for God's kingdom! I am looking forward to the wonderful time of food and fellowship.
That about covers all I have for now. Also, don't forget that the choir won't be having practice after the evening service during the month of July. We will resume normal practice time again in August. If you are interested in joining, please do so. We are very glad to have you there!
I hope the rest of your week is great. Take care and will see you Sunday!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Monday, July 03, 2006
Happy Fourth of July!
This year sure is flying by. It's hard to believe we are already in the month of July! Our children made it back safe and sound from their weekend at White Oak. Last night they presented us with some of the songs they learned, some of the experiences they had while they were there as well as a slide show of some of the activities they participated in. They also shared some of the craft work they did while at camp. May I say that we have some talented young people in our midst! Canoeing took first place with all of the young people. Seems they had a blast doing that! I always enjoyed the times our youth group went to places like that. It allowed us experience a lot of different things and grow in ways that we will never forget! Lots of fun.
We are celebrating our independence tomorrow. Many thanks to those men and women who have served and are still serving in the armed forces. We will never be able to show our gratitude for the things you have done and the sacrifices you have made. We also thank the family members of each of you for allowing you to hold such an important position and for the continued support that they show you! Please know you are greatly appreciated and loved!! May God continue to bless each of you in a mighty and powerful way, as only He can! Praise God for you and keep up the good work.
I hope each of you reading this blog will have a safe and blessed 4th. Until next time, take care and God bless!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
We are celebrating our independence tomorrow. Many thanks to those men and women who have served and are still serving in the armed forces. We will never be able to show our gratitude for the things you have done and the sacrifices you have made. We also thank the family members of each of you for allowing you to hold such an important position and for the continued support that they show you! Please know you are greatly appreciated and loved!! May God continue to bless each of you in a mighty and powerful way, as only He can! Praise God for you and keep up the good work.
I hope each of you reading this blog will have a safe and blessed 4th. Until next time, take care and God bless!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Wednesday, June 28, 2006
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 :-)
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 :-)
Thursday, June 22, 2006
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 :-)
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 :-)
Saturday, June 17, 2006
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 :-)
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 :-)
Wednesday, June 14, 2006
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 :-)
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 :-)
Friday, June 09, 2006
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 :-)
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 :-)
Monday, May 29, 2006
I am a Promise!!
I am a promise! I am a possibility! I am a promise, with a capital "P"! I am a great, big bundle of potentiality!! Boy, the kids did such a great job last night!! I remember singing songs like the ones they performed last night when I was in the children's/youth choir. We had so much fun. We are indeed a promise! A promise of God's faithful and undying love for each of us. He has so much in store for us if we just open our hearts and minds to all He has to offer.
Our Sunday School class is continuing with the study of "The Purpose Driven Life". It is certainly making me reflect and think on some areas of my life that need improvement. We are all jars of clay, waiting to be molded into what God wants us to be. Sure, I get frustrated with the things of life. We all do. But we have to remember we have a higher purpose than the trivial things of this world. We have a beautiful home waiting for us with our Lord and Savior. I am thankful to be a part of the family of God!!
We have some exciting things about to take place in our church. Vacation Bible School is about to start. The children and youth have many activities to look forward to. There is something for everyone to enjoy!
Speaking of VBS. It is to begin this Sunday, June 4th @ 6pm. There are classes for everyone. Classes will end each night at 8:30. The last night will be Thursday, June 8th. Come out and bring a friend and enjoy the fun time of food, fellowship, games and crafts. You won't be sorry!!
Youth: remember Sunday evening worship services have begun for you! Please be in the gym at 6:30 and be prepared to worship. Services will end at 8pm.
Children: there will be a summer kick-off party this Saturday, June 3rd. Meet at the church at 1pm to ride on the van. Parents: children will return to the church at 4pm.
Rising 4th, 5th and 6th graders: if you are looking for an adventure, look no further! Camp at White Oak is coming soon. A $25.00 deposit is in order if you would like to attend.
We will be having a guest speaker this Sunday. Please remember to keep him and his family in your prayers. I pray that God's will be done.
There will also be a "Farewell Drop-In" for our pastor and his wife on Sunday, June 11th in the fellowship hall from 3-5pm. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend. Your presence will be your gift. I know they will be missed. We have truly been blessed to have them and I know God will continue to bless them!
That is all I have for now. If you know of any other activities that I neglected to mention here, please let me know. I hope that each of you will have a blessed week!
Take care and see you next Sunday!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Our Sunday School class is continuing with the study of "The Purpose Driven Life". It is certainly making me reflect and think on some areas of my life that need improvement. We are all jars of clay, waiting to be molded into what God wants us to be. Sure, I get frustrated with the things of life. We all do. But we have to remember we have a higher purpose than the trivial things of this world. We have a beautiful home waiting for us with our Lord and Savior. I am thankful to be a part of the family of God!!
We have some exciting things about to take place in our church. Vacation Bible School is about to start. The children and youth have many activities to look forward to. There is something for everyone to enjoy!
Speaking of VBS. It is to begin this Sunday, June 4th @ 6pm. There are classes for everyone. Classes will end each night at 8:30. The last night will be Thursday, June 8th. Come out and bring a friend and enjoy the fun time of food, fellowship, games and crafts. You won't be sorry!!
Youth: remember Sunday evening worship services have begun for you! Please be in the gym at 6:30 and be prepared to worship. Services will end at 8pm.
Children: there will be a summer kick-off party this Saturday, June 3rd. Meet at the church at 1pm to ride on the van. Parents: children will return to the church at 4pm.
Rising 4th, 5th and 6th graders: if you are looking for an adventure, look no further! Camp at White Oak is coming soon. A $25.00 deposit is in order if you would like to attend.
We will be having a guest speaker this Sunday. Please remember to keep him and his family in your prayers. I pray that God's will be done.
There will also be a "Farewell Drop-In" for our pastor and his wife on Sunday, June 11th in the fellowship hall from 3-5pm. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend. Your presence will be your gift. I know they will be missed. We have truly been blessed to have them and I know God will continue to bless them!
That is all I have for now. If you know of any other activities that I neglected to mention here, please let me know. I hope that each of you will have a blessed week!
Take care and see you next Sunday!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Friday, May 26, 2006
Memorial Day Weekend
Good Friday evening to each of you. I trust each of you had a good week. Mine was a bit hectic. I am so bogged down, I don't know if I will ever get it all caught up. Course, that's why they call it work, right??!! I try to remember that God doesn't give us any more than we can handle, but sometimes it truly is hard. What should have taken me about an hour to do today, ended up taking about 3-4 (computer problem). Oh well, I am glad to say that with the assistance of a very helpful support person on the other end of the phone, she and I were able to get it corrected! Thank goodness!!
Memorial Day is fast approaching. Soon May will be over. Time just seems to fly by so fast. I encourage each of us to remember those brave men and women who defended our freedom years ago as well as those defending our freedom today. Without them we would not be able to do the things we do (worship freely, come and go as we so desire, etc.). Although it seems as there are many driving forces (Satan's army) trying to discourage us from honoring our Lord and Savior. God is the basis on which this country was founded and it is in God we should most definitely trust. Without Him, NOTHING is possible!!
Here are some activities that will be coming up in the next few weeks. Boy aren't we busy??!! :-)
God's Kids will be presenting "I am a Promise" this Sunday night (May 28th). The children have been working hard on this presentation and I know we will be blessed by their performance (as always). Many thanks to their faithful leader for working with them so hard and helping them to grow in God's love. Come out and join us and bring a friend or two. The service starts at 6pm.
Don't forget about Discipleship training on Sunday evenings at 5pm. We have classes available for everyone and would love to have you join us. We are never too old to learn something new and we always need to be growing in our stewardship.
The children will have a Summer Kick-off Party. This event will take place next Saturday, June 4th. Meet at the church at 1pm (you will return at 4pm).
Vacation Bible School is about to begin. There are classes for everyone. The first day is Sunday, June 4th and ends Thursday, June 8th. Classes begin at 6pm and end at 8:30pm. Come out and bring a friend. It will surely be a blessing!!
"Secret Power", a seminar for teen girls will begin Monday, June 12. The cost is $35.00. This price includes a trip to Fatz cafe Tuesday night. The last session will be held on Wednesday, June 14th. For those that signed up, I am sure you will have lots fun!
The youth will be leaving for Atlanta Fest on Thursday, June 15 and will return Saturday, June 17th.
Children's day camp will start Monday, June 26 and ends Thursday, June 29th.
Children's camp at White Oak is slated for June 30th-July 2nd.
Children and youth: you don't want to miss out on any of the activities scheduled for you! For more information or to sign up for these events, please see our Youth and Children's leader. She will be glad to assist you!!
I hope everyone has a safe and blessed Memorial Day weekend. Take care and God bless!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Memorial Day is fast approaching. Soon May will be over. Time just seems to fly by so fast. I encourage each of us to remember those brave men and women who defended our freedom years ago as well as those defending our freedom today. Without them we would not be able to do the things we do (worship freely, come and go as we so desire, etc.). Although it seems as there are many driving forces (Satan's army) trying to discourage us from honoring our Lord and Savior. God is the basis on which this country was founded and it is in God we should most definitely trust. Without Him, NOTHING is possible!!
Here are some activities that will be coming up in the next few weeks. Boy aren't we busy??!! :-)
God's Kids will be presenting "I am a Promise" this Sunday night (May 28th). The children have been working hard on this presentation and I know we will be blessed by their performance (as always). Many thanks to their faithful leader for working with them so hard and helping them to grow in God's love. Come out and join us and bring a friend or two. The service starts at 6pm.
Don't forget about Discipleship training on Sunday evenings at 5pm. We have classes available for everyone and would love to have you join us. We are never too old to learn something new and we always need to be growing in our stewardship.
The children will have a Summer Kick-off Party. This event will take place next Saturday, June 4th. Meet at the church at 1pm (you will return at 4pm).
Vacation Bible School is about to begin. There are classes for everyone. The first day is Sunday, June 4th and ends Thursday, June 8th. Classes begin at 6pm and end at 8:30pm. Come out and bring a friend. It will surely be a blessing!!
"Secret Power", a seminar for teen girls will begin Monday, June 12. The cost is $35.00. This price includes a trip to Fatz cafe Tuesday night. The last session will be held on Wednesday, June 14th. For those that signed up, I am sure you will have lots fun!
The youth will be leaving for Atlanta Fest on Thursday, June 15 and will return Saturday, June 17th.
Children's day camp will start Monday, June 26 and ends Thursday, June 29th.
Children's camp at White Oak is slated for June 30th-July 2nd.
Children and youth: you don't want to miss out on any of the activities scheduled for you! For more information or to sign up for these events, please see our Youth and Children's leader. She will be glad to assist you!!
I hope everyone has a safe and blessed Memorial Day weekend. Take care and God bless!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Monday, May 22, 2006
It's Not About You
It's not about you. That seems to be the topic as of late. When you ponder that statement and really (and I mean really) begin to think of it in a totally different light, you realize that it is NOT about you. It's about a higher purpose. Something that is bigger than any of us. We all live such consuming lives. It is very easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of life. We have to remember, as Christians, to stay focused on the ultimate goal and the rewards to be reaped in the end. We all have a purpose in life.
That brings me to the topic our Sunday School class, the Truthseekers, is currently studying. We are reading 4 chapters each week of "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren. I am enjoying the reading and the discussions immensely. The first statement in the book is "It isn't about you." I have heard this statment many times over the past week, and indeed it isn't about me or you. Now, this statement can be taken many, many ways. But the ultimate way for it to be taken goes back to my earlier statement..."It's about a higher purpose and God's intent for our lives." We all have to really look at our lives and ask "are we where God wants us to be" or "are we where we want to be?".
This also brings up some of the things the guest speaker at the Men's breakfast mentioned yesterday morning. I am so glad I went to hear her speak. It really touched me. So much of what she had to say reminded me of things in my life I am currently dealing with. The "busy"ness of life. Are we busy doing the things that God would have us to do, or are we busy doing the things we think we are supposed to be doing and missing out on a greater lesson? Often times we find ourselves too busy to take a few minutes to call that person we have been meaning to call or to go and visit that person(s) we have been meaning to visit for a while now. We have to learn to stop and smell the roses and grasp every opportunity that is put in front of us. We don't know what tomorrow will bring, all we can do is live for today.
I also stepped outside of the box yesterday and went to hear the Mass choir at St. Mark's United Methodist Church perform. I was so blessed by this experience. My neighbor invited me to attend and I am glad I went. They were awesome. I felt that the roof of the church was going to be lifted off of it at any moment. That's how we should be as Christians. Overflowing with love and praise for our Lord Jesus and all that He has done for us. We should spread His love to everyone and have His light shining through us so that we "explode" with love for everyone. The best witness we have is to be an example of Christian love to our fellow man/woman. If they don't see Christ through us in our example, we have failed an important test.
We have to walk the walk and talk the talk.
I encourage each of us to "be all we can be". We are part of a grand family, the family of God. I am glad to be a part of that family and I know you are too!
Here are some happenings in our church this week:
We have several young people who graduated or will be graduating this year. My hat is off to each of you for striving forward and I urge you to keep up the good work! This is but a stepping stone in your life and will be one of many. Grasp it and continue to press on towards the goal God has placed before you! Congratulations and best wishes to each of you! You deserve it!!
Youth worship services began last night at 6:30 in the gym. If you are a young person looking for a church home, we would love to have you join us. If you are already part of our youth group and know of someone who is looking for a church home, I encourage you to invite him or her. Everyone is welcome in God's house!
The $25.00 deposit for AtlantaFest is due next Sunday. Don't forget!!
Children's summer kick-off party is next Saturday, June 3rd from 1-4pm. Flyers were mailed out last week. If you have any questions, please contact our children's and youth leader for more details.
Rising 4th, 5th and 6th graders: if you are looking for an adventure, look no further. Camp at White Oak will be coming soon. A deposit of $25.00 is needed if you would like to attend.
Yesterday was the last day for permission slips and money to be turned in for the "Secret Power" seminar for teen girls. A deposit of $35.00 was needed.
If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events for children or youth, please contact our youth and children's leader. She is happy to assist you!!
God's Kids will be presenting their spring musical. It's entitled "I am a Promise" and will portray a message of obedience. This presentation will be next Sunday, May 28th at 6pm. Come and join us and bring a friend!
Please keep our sick, bereaved, our missionaries, world leaders and troops in your prayers.
I hope each of you will have a blessed week. Take care and God bless!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
That brings me to the topic our Sunday School class, the Truthseekers, is currently studying. We are reading 4 chapters each week of "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren. I am enjoying the reading and the discussions immensely. The first statement in the book is "It isn't about you." I have heard this statment many times over the past week, and indeed it isn't about me or you. Now, this statement can be taken many, many ways. But the ultimate way for it to be taken goes back to my earlier statement..."It's about a higher purpose and God's intent for our lives." We all have to really look at our lives and ask "are we where God wants us to be" or "are we where we want to be?".
This also brings up some of the things the guest speaker at the Men's breakfast mentioned yesterday morning. I am so glad I went to hear her speak. It really touched me. So much of what she had to say reminded me of things in my life I am currently dealing with. The "busy"ness of life. Are we busy doing the things that God would have us to do, or are we busy doing the things we think we are supposed to be doing and missing out on a greater lesson? Often times we find ourselves too busy to take a few minutes to call that person we have been meaning to call or to go and visit that person(s) we have been meaning to visit for a while now. We have to learn to stop and smell the roses and grasp every opportunity that is put in front of us. We don't know what tomorrow will bring, all we can do is live for today.
I also stepped outside of the box yesterday and went to hear the Mass choir at St. Mark's United Methodist Church perform. I was so blessed by this experience. My neighbor invited me to attend and I am glad I went. They were awesome. I felt that the roof of the church was going to be lifted off of it at any moment. That's how we should be as Christians. Overflowing with love and praise for our Lord Jesus and all that He has done for us. We should spread His love to everyone and have His light shining through us so that we "explode" with love for everyone. The best witness we have is to be an example of Christian love to our fellow man/woman. If they don't see Christ through us in our example, we have failed an important test.
We have to walk the walk and talk the talk.
I encourage each of us to "be all we can be". We are part of a grand family, the family of God. I am glad to be a part of that family and I know you are too!
Here are some happenings in our church this week:
We have several young people who graduated or will be graduating this year. My hat is off to each of you for striving forward and I urge you to keep up the good work! This is but a stepping stone in your life and will be one of many. Grasp it and continue to press on towards the goal God has placed before you! Congratulations and best wishes to each of you! You deserve it!!
Youth worship services began last night at 6:30 in the gym. If you are a young person looking for a church home, we would love to have you join us. If you are already part of our youth group and know of someone who is looking for a church home, I encourage you to invite him or her. Everyone is welcome in God's house!
The $25.00 deposit for AtlantaFest is due next Sunday. Don't forget!!
Children's summer kick-off party is next Saturday, June 3rd from 1-4pm. Flyers were mailed out last week. If you have any questions, please contact our children's and youth leader for more details.
Rising 4th, 5th and 6th graders: if you are looking for an adventure, look no further. Camp at White Oak will be coming soon. A deposit of $25.00 is needed if you would like to attend.
Yesterday was the last day for permission slips and money to be turned in for the "Secret Power" seminar for teen girls. A deposit of $35.00 was needed.
If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events for children or youth, please contact our youth and children's leader. She is happy to assist you!!
God's Kids will be presenting their spring musical. It's entitled "I am a Promise" and will portray a message of obedience. This presentation will be next Sunday, May 28th at 6pm. Come and join us and bring a friend!
Please keep our sick, bereaved, our missionaries, world leaders and troops in your prayers.
I hope each of you will have a blessed week. Take care and God bless!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Thursday, May 18, 2006
Weekend Happenings at FBC
Good afternoon! I hope everyone has been having a wonderful week. I wanted to remind everyone of some activities that will be taking place this weekend.
First there will be an XYZ meeting Friday night at 7pm. A picnic meal will be provided!
Children will have gym time this Saturday, May 20th from 2-5pm. Come out and bring a friend!
Don't forget...there will be a special Men's breakfast this Sunday morning. The ladies of the church have been invited to attend. There will be a special guest speaker and breakfast will start at 8am. You don't want to miss the wonderful time of food and fellowship.
Remember to keep our upcoming VBS in your prayers. Please keep not only the time of teaching in your prayers, but those who will be leading and assisting. Everyone is encouraged to be in attendance. There is a class available for all ages! VBS starts Sunday, June 4th.
That's all I have for now. I hope the remainder of your week goes well and will see you on Sunday! God bless!!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
First there will be an XYZ meeting Friday night at 7pm. A picnic meal will be provided!
Children will have gym time this Saturday, May 20th from 2-5pm. Come out and bring a friend!
Don't forget...there will be a special Men's breakfast this Sunday morning. The ladies of the church have been invited to attend. There will be a special guest speaker and breakfast will start at 8am. You don't want to miss the wonderful time of food and fellowship.
Remember to keep our upcoming VBS in your prayers. Please keep not only the time of teaching in your prayers, but those who will be leading and assisting. Everyone is encouraged to be in attendance. There is a class available for all ages! VBS starts Sunday, June 4th.
That's all I have for now. I hope the remainder of your week goes well and will see you on Sunday! God bless!!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
Monday, May 15, 2006
Current Happenings
Hello! I trust everyone had a wonderful Monday. I also hope all the Mother's had a grand Mother's Day.
The sermons yesterday were a blessing indeed. An excellent way to remind us all of the place Mother's have in our lives. They do so much for us and care far more than we can imagine. Thank the good Lord for Mothers!!
Here are some upcoming events happening in our church:
Youth worship services start next Sunday (May 21st) in the gym. They will begin at 6:30 and end at 8pm. All youth are encouraged to attend. If you have a friend or relative that would love to become a part of our youth group, invite him or her to attend. They will receive such a blessing!
Attention teen girls: On Monday June 12th at 3pm and Wednesday June 14 there will be a special study just for you. The donation is $35.00. This price includes the necessary books, meals and even a night out at Fatz cafe in Orangeburg Tuesday, June 13th. Signed permission slips are required and must be returned by May 21st. If you are interested in this study, please contact our faithful youth leader. I know she will be glad to assist you!
Children: there will be a swimming party Saturday, June 3rd. Please meet at the youth building at 1:30 that Saturday. You will return to the church at 4:30 that day. This promises to be lots of fun!! Permission slips are required for this activity as well.
Men's breakfast will be next Sunday (May 21st) at 8am. The ladies of our church have been invited to attend. You don't want to miss this special time of food and fellowship!
Don't forget about our Wednesday night supper this week at 6pm in the fellowship hall. Women on Mission will be meeting this Wednesday at 7pm. All other organizational meetings will be held as well.
I believe that about covers all I have for now. If you have any news you would like posted, please let me know.
Adult choir (old members and those wishing to join us): don't forget about choir practice immediately following the evening worship service. Practice usually starts about 7pm and lasts an hour. If you are thinking of joining us, we are more than happy to have you do so.
Until next time, I hope you have a blessed week!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
The sermons yesterday were a blessing indeed. An excellent way to remind us all of the place Mother's have in our lives. They do so much for us and care far more than we can imagine. Thank the good Lord for Mothers!!
Here are some upcoming events happening in our church:
Youth worship services start next Sunday (May 21st) in the gym. They will begin at 6:30 and end at 8pm. All youth are encouraged to attend. If you have a friend or relative that would love to become a part of our youth group, invite him or her to attend. They will receive such a blessing!
Attention teen girls: On Monday June 12th at 3pm and Wednesday June 14 there will be a special study just for you. The donation is $35.00. This price includes the necessary books, meals and even a night out at Fatz cafe in Orangeburg Tuesday, June 13th. Signed permission slips are required and must be returned by May 21st. If you are interested in this study, please contact our faithful youth leader. I know she will be glad to assist you!
Children: there will be a swimming party Saturday, June 3rd. Please meet at the youth building at 1:30 that Saturday. You will return to the church at 4:30 that day. This promises to be lots of fun!! Permission slips are required for this activity as well.
Men's breakfast will be next Sunday (May 21st) at 8am. The ladies of our church have been invited to attend. You don't want to miss this special time of food and fellowship!
Don't forget about our Wednesday night supper this week at 6pm in the fellowship hall. Women on Mission will be meeting this Wednesday at 7pm. All other organizational meetings will be held as well.
I believe that about covers all I have for now. If you have any news you would like posted, please let me know.
Adult choir (old members and those wishing to join us): don't forget about choir practice immediately following the evening worship service. Practice usually starts about 7pm and lasts an hour. If you are thinking of joining us, we are more than happy to have you do so.
Until next time, I hope you have a blessed week!
Love in Christ,
Tina :-)
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