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Dear Church Family,

I know I will probably embarrass CJ with this story, but

sometimes you just gotta say a good word about your son.

Recently, CJ had his high school prom night. A group of

about 12 guys and girls decided to get dressed up and

have dinner and then off to the school. Instead of fighting

the crowds at the restaurants, they asked if the parents

would cook for the dinner. Of course, the parents were

thrilled as it was cost effective and efficient. Anyway, the

room at one of the kids houses was set with the finest ta-

ble ware. The young adults were dressed impeccably.

Everything was in order. Right before the meal was

served, CJ asked the host mom if “my dad could say the

blessing”. Well of course, that’s what preachers do, but

this time it was special. I was asked to pray over my

son’s graduation along with all his friends and parents.

That is a memory I will always cherish.

In addition, we have a group of graduates who are submit-

ting to the same activity. We are so proud of several

youth who had done it right. They have come up through

the church, learned about God, and are making good deci-

sions about their future. They are submitting themselves

to God, who is the ultimate leader of their lives. As a

church, we understand that we must continue to pray over

them. We must know that they will make mistakes, but

we pray that the mistakes will be life lessons that shape

the future. Ultimately, each student is ready to be

launched into the world to find their way, and to honor

God.

Students, we love you, admire you, and appreciate you.

You have been a constant source of energy and blessing in

our church family. Wherever you go from here, always

remember your roots, and know that First Baptist Church

is cheering for you.

In keeping with the family theme, next weekend is Moth-

er’s Day. We are scheduling two worship services for the

overflow of people attending as well as for family con-

venience. We will be sharing worship with MOM, and

we will also be having a Baby Dedication Day as well. I

pray that you will come ready to honor all moms. MOM,

your best gift on Mother’s Day is to have your family

with you in church. Encourage you family to attend to-

gether with you. We will be having a professional pho-

tographer available to take a picture of you family “all

gussied up”. We have a surprise gift for all the moms

(Cassandra picked it out). It will be a special day!!

Blessings,

Dr. j

To send a prayer need to the prayer chain,

e-mail Liz Bollich at bollich@bellsouth.net

text or call @ (337) 580-2896.

Student Ministry

students.fbcjennings.com

Join us on congratulating the Graduating Class

of 2017 this morning. We are proud to recog-

nize the following students:

Haylie Neal

CJ Cook

Meagan Guinn

Katlyn Trahan

Morgan Ardoin

James Richard

Riley Dartez

The next WMU Meeting will be

on Tuesday, May 9th at 6pm in the

Dining Room of the FLC.

Judy McFarlain will present the

program and refreshments will be

provided by Carolyn Delahoussaye and Jean Alcock.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION MINISTRY

Food Distribution will resume on Monday,

May 8 from 3-5pm. Individuals whose last

name falls between (E-H) will be served.

If you are interested in being involved, you are

welcome to participate. Thank you for your

prayers and service.

Window/Door Offering

March 19 - $7,355 received

March 26 - $7,545 received

April 2 - $ 300 received

April 9 - $2,100 received

April 16 - $1,000 received

April 23 - $1,950 received

April 30 - $ 650 received

Total $ 20,900

Offerings and pledges will continue to be

received throughout the construction period.

The cost for the construction is $75,000.

Children’s Calendar

July 31-August 2 - Tall Timbers Camp

for 2nd - 6th graders

Deacons Meeting today after the morning wor-

ship service.

Properties Committee will meet today , May

7th at 4pm in the Family Life Center .

Finance Committee will meet today, May 7th

at 4pm in the Family Life Center .

Ad-hoc Committee on Committees meets on

Wednesday, May 10th at 5pm in the Family

Life Center,

Mission Committee will meet on Wednesday,

May 10th at 5pm in the Family Life Center .

VBS Meeting on Sunday, May 21st at 3:30pm

in the Family Life Center.

The next Blood Drive will be on

Wednesday, May 10th from 5-

8pm in the Family Life Center .

Mother’s Day Activities

Worship Service 8:30 am

Sunday School 9:45 am

Worship Service 11:00 am

Parent Child dedication will be available at

both worship services. Please contact the

church office if you wish to participate in

this. VBS NEEDS

Morning Recreation Leader needed.

Adult Helpers and Youth Helpers needed

in most classes.

Old CD’s are also needed.

Mark your calendar for the next BYAH

Luncheon which will be held on Tuesday, May

16th at 11:00am in the FLC dining room.

The meat (fried chicken) will be provided, so

bring a dish or dessert to complement the meal.

Our special guests will b the Graduating Kin-

dergarten Class who will share some of the

things they learned during the year.

CHURCH FINANCES

Monthly Budget Requirements: $39,993.17

May 2017 Receipts to Date: $39,968.61

Dr. jeff Cook Brian Wells Sean Bean Pastor Minister of Education & Sr. Adults Minister of Music

Derrick Laughlin Eric Sonnier Youth Leader CC Leader

1001 Cary Avenue • Jennings, Louisiana 70546 337 • 824 • 3271 www.fbcjennings.com

Sunday, May 7, 2017

Morning Worship Sunday, May 7 - Saturday, May13

Sunday, May 7:

9:15 a.m. Sunday School

10:30 a.m. Morning Worship

4:00 p.m. Finance Committee Meeting

4:00 p.m. Properties Committee Meeting

5:00 p.m. Evening Worship

5:00 p.m. Kidz Konnection

Monday, May 8:

4:30 a.m. FLC Open Exercise/Walking

3-5 p.m. Food Distribution (E-H)

6:00 p.m. First Place 4 Health

Tuesday, May 9:

4:30 a.m. FLC Open Exercise/Walking

6:00 p.m. WMU Meeting

Wednesday, May 10:

4:30 a.m. FLC Open Exercise/Walking

5:00 p.m. Blood Drive

5:00 p.m. Ad-hoc Committee on Committee Mtg.

5:00 p.m. Mission Committee Meeting

6:00 p.m. Refuge

6:00 p.m. Midweek Prayer Service

6:00 p.m. Choir Practice

Thursday, May 11:

4:30 a.m. FLC Open Exercise/Walking

Friday, May 12:

4:30 a.m. FLC Open Exercise/Walking

Saturday, May 13

Call to Worship “Build Your Kingdom Here” Welcome Graduation Presentation “Cornerstone” “At the Cross” Sermon Derrick Laughlin Invitation “Surrender”

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Sermon Notes

Nursery workers for

extended session:

May 7 Carolyn Delahoussaye

May 14 Lane Owers

May 21 Tina Goebel

May 28 Martha Phelps

Evening Worship - 5pm

Kidz Konnection - 5pm

Connect Groups - 5:30pm

Evening Activities