April 2015

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PASTORAL STAFF

308 E. Main Street, Lexington SC 29072803.359.414624-hour prayer line: 803.808.7729On-call phone: 803.767.2445lexingtonbaptist.org

WELCOME to theSignal

From the Pastor

Dr. Mike TurnerSenior Pastor

Dan WilliamsAssociate Pastor (Worship)

Alyce GilliamAssociate Pastor (Missions)

Jerry FreemanAssociate Pastor (Senior Adults & Congregational Care)

Ian GeimerAssociate Pastor(Next Generation Ministries)

Jessica WyndhamCommunications Director

Jon FosterRecreation Ministry & Facilities Director

Maegan BoldingChildrens Ministries Director

Daniel WalkerMiddle School Ministry Director

gious background at all. Weve been able to pray with people to receive Jesusright there in the Meeting Place. My point isnt whats going in the Meeting Place, though. Instead, I want you to realize the great variety of people the Lord is leading into our church. Each Sunday as you come to Worship and Sunday School, be alert to new faces, to people who may look a little uncertain about where to go or how to act. Be sensi-tive to guests and newcom-ers. Take the time to reach out to them. Each of us shares the responsibility and joy of wel-coming newcomers into our fellowship. During the Eas-ter season, I challenge you to pay special attention to that.

Our Easter worship services are, of course, the highlight of our year. While the Resurrection is the centerpiece of the gospel we live out every day of our lives, on Easter we give it special atten-tion and celebration. Well have three great services on Easter Sunday morning. The first will be a simple service at 7:30 a.m. in the Chapel. The message will be the same at all three ser-

vices. Our two large services will be as normal in the Worship Center9 and 10:30 a.m. Sun-day School will be held as usual.

On the Thursday before Eas-terApril 2well have our an-nual Maundy Thursday service. Each year we come together on this night to celebrate the Lords Supper and receive special prayer for healing, along with

anointing with oil. This service is always wor-shipful, prayer-ful and per-sonal. Youll be

blessed. Come and bring some-one with you!

On the Sunday following Eas-ter, April 12, our Sunday School ministry is hosting an Open House. This is how it works. We want our Easter guests to have the chance to connect with a Sunday School class, so on Eas-ter well extend an invitation to them to return the next Sun-day and check it out. On April 12 well have a Sunday School display in the front lobby, along with hosts, to give personal di-rection for people to find partic-ular Sunday School classes to visit on that day. This is a great day for you to bring a friend with

As we give, were sowing into the Kingdom in a

specific wayEach Sunday morning follow-ing the worship services, Pam and I host the days guests in the Meeting Place, our churchs hospitality area adjacent to the Worship Center. Its our oppor-tunity to connect with some of the many new people coming into our church, and were con-tinually blessed in the conversa-tions we have with our guests. Each week we meet people of all different ages and backgrounds: young and old, families and sin-gles, people who grew up in the Lexington area and others who moved here from around the country. Weve met people from every conceivable denomination-al backgroundand even more excitingothers with no reli-

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Getting to Know...

Kandice HanleyMinistry Assistant for Communications

Whats your favorite part about your job?

As a mom of two very ener-getic kids, my work at home is never done, so I like to see things get finished. The thing I like about my work here, is that I get to see things come to completion and feel like Ive accomplished something!

Wheres the coolest place youve ever been?

There is a place in Asheville, NC called the French Broad Chocolate Lounge. You can drink a liquid chocolate truffle there, people. Liquid choco-late truffle.

Whats the last thing that made you laugh really hard?

Jim Gaffigans bit on Four Kids. I may or may not have watched it eight times. You-tube it now, thank me later.

If you could eat anything right now, what would it be?

See question two. Oh, and homemade buffalo chicken

you to Sunday School.

Finally, let me encourage you in giving through this season. Ga-latians 6:7 says, Do not be de-ceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. As we give, were sow-ing into the Kingdom in a specif-ic way, just as a farmer plants or sows a seed in the ground with the expectation of the harvest to follow. Whenever we give in this fashion, the law of reaping is put

into effect. We receive in our own lives in proportion to what weve sown.

Praying for a great Easter sea-son!

Pastor Mike

On Sunday, April 12, the week after Easter, we are hosting a Sunday School Open House. This is a great chance for those not yet involved in a Sunday School community to come and visit the various classes currently offered at LBC. There will be information on all of our class-es in the foyers beginning March 29. We hope that you and your fam-ily will take advantage of this great opportunity and get plugged in!

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Childrens Ministry Summer InternWe are now hiring for our Childrens Ministry Summer Intern. This ten-week, 40-hour position

is responsible for assisting with regular church programming, as well as summer events.

Please submit resumes by email to Maegan Bolding at maegan@lexingtonbaptist.org or mail resumes to Lexington Baptist Church, attention Childrens Ministry, 308 E. Main Street,

Lexington, SC 29072 by April 19.

For more information, please call Maegan Bolding at 803.996.8804.

What? Non-stop fun, great memories with friends and growing closer to God. Were pretty sure this is why summer was invented!

Who? Completed second through fifth graders are invited to join us for camp this summer.

When? Camp is August 2 through August 5. Registration is open now and ends April 5.

How much? The cost of camp is $200 which includes transportation, meals at camp, a camp t-shirt and DVD of the week.

Yes, please! Registration requires a completed health form (available in the childrens building) and a $100 deposit by April 5 (deposits are non-refundable). Mail to: Lexington Baptist Church, Attention Childrens Ministry, 308 E. Main Street, Lexington, SC 29072 or drop off forms in the Childrens Building.

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Kids Day of LexingtonSaturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Virginia Hylton Park

LexKids is teaming up with local businesses and churches to serve our community at Kids Day of Lexington. Last year, over 20,000 people attended this free, fun and family-focused event! Our childrens ministry will have a tent set up serving cups of popcorn, interacting with kids and answering questions about our church.

We would love for you to help us! To volunteer, please contact Maegan Bolding at Maegan@lexingtonbaptist.org.

P.S. Remember, there is no Wired Wednesday on April 8 during Spring Break. Have a safe, restful and fun week!

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Maegan BoldingChildrens Ministries Director

Maegan@LexingtonBaptist.org

Fam Jam Worship ExperienceSunday, April 26 at 10:30 a.m. in the LBC Fellowship Hall

Parents, its that time again: Fam Jam is coming! Pick up your kids from their small groups before the 10:30 a.m. service and bring them to the Fellowship Hall for some serious fun! Preschoolers are welcome to join their families, too.

The goal of Fam Jam is to create an experience for families to learn and worship together, then give them a springboard for conversations for days and weeks to come. It will last for about 45 minutes.

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Student Ministry Families, March was a wonderful month for the LBC Student Ministry. Every Wednesday in the month of March, parents gathered to be encouraged and challenged in a D Group that I led called Par-enting Matters. I am thankful we have families who see the potential in the Next Generation of our students. Church, please join us in prayer weekly for our parents and families- this is of incredible importance.

We also enjoyed our annual Ignite weekend. We had over 100 students worshipping God during the first weekend in March. Our students learned what it means to be be rooted in their faith. We are praising God for the life change that happened at Ignite!

April begins a busy spring semester that leads into a jam-packed summer. Par-ents, make sure to sign your students up for The Journey Camp. Also make sure to check out our wonderful family mission trip opportunities to New York City. You can follow all that we have going on through our website or like our Student Ministry Facebook page to get all of our updates.

Ian GeimerAssociate Pastor

Next Generation MinistriesIan@lexingtonbaptist.org

Ignite2015

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NYC Summer Missions LBC has a unique opportunity for families this summer in New York City. Were looking to send out two teams to NYC to reach Central Asians and Muslims. Its a great way for families to jump in with our churchs desire to reach these groups for Christ and stay state-side. We currently have two dates, June 15-19 and June 29-July 3, for families this summer. Well be partnering with a ministry in NYC called Global Gates (www.globalgates.info) as we work on sharing the gospel of Jesus

Christ with Muslim communities. If you have any questions or would like to secure a spot for you or your family, contact John Wright at jwright@lexingtonbaptist.org or myself. I hope youll join us for one of these amazing trips.

Daniel WalkerMiddle School Ministry DirectorDaniel@lexingtonbaptist.org

Upcoming Student Events

JOURNEY CAMPJune 22-26

Toccoa Falls, GACost: $269

NICARAGUA FAMILY TRIPJuly 8-15

Ometepe, Nicaragua

LUAU NIGHTWednesday, April 16 p.m. in The City

SENIOR BLESSING NIGHTMay 22

$35 per familyDetails coming soon

LBC MASTERS PAR 3 TOURNAMENT

April 1810 a.m. at Caddy Shak

Cost $15 per player

THE PASSAGEApril 24-26

Ridgecrest Conference CenterBlack Mountain, NC

For 7th graders & their families

Be a Friend When Someone Needs You Most

Has a friend shared bad news with you, and you were at a com-plete loss as what to say or how to help? Do you talk yourself out of visiting a friend or family member in the hospital because its just too uncomfortable? Are you a good listener when someone has a problem? Over the next couple of issues of the Signal, I want to share some insight Im getting from a study Im doing called A Trusted Friend, written by Tim Clinton (Executive Director of the Center for Counseling and Family Studies at Liberty University, Professor of Counseling and Pastoral Care) and Patrick Springle. Im looking forward to giving some easy tips to help us all become better listeners and to respond to friends and family with wise counsel.

Blessings,

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Senior Single LadiesBreakfast BunchThursday, April 9

9 a.m. at Lizards Thicket

Lunch BunchThursday, April 23

11:30 a.m. at Lizards Thicket

Mens Breakfast ClubThursday, April 169 a.m. at Creekside

Restaurant

Senior Adult Cornerstone LuncheonMaundy Thursday, April 2

Join us at 11:00 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall to watch the movie, Son of God, from the producers of the record-breaking television mini-series, The Bible. This major motion picture brings the life of Christ to the big screen like never before as it tells the world-chang-ing story of Jesus. A delicious lunch ($6) will be served, and the movie will begin shortly after. RSVP by Monday, March 30 to Marceil at 803.996.8843.

Jerry FreemanAssociate Pastor

Senior Adults & Congregational Carejerry@lexingtonbaptist.org

LBC SENIOR ADULTS& Congregational Care

Senior Adult Appreciation Dinner

Friday, May 16 p.m. in the Fellowship HallNo charge, RSVP by April 27

and please see The Encourager for details.

Senior Adult DaySunday, May 3

Spring Cookout atConnie MaxwellSaturday, May 23

This cookout is for the resident children and staff.

Volunteers are needed!Contact Marceil for more info at 803.996.8843 or

marceil@lexingtonbaptist.org.

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On Maundy Thursday, April 2, we will come together in the Worship Center at 7 p.m. for a special service of worship. We will remember the Last Supper of Jesus Christ with communion, as well as offer a special time of prayer, foot washing and reflection as we look to-wards the cross and the sacrifice made on our behalf. Join us for this amazing evening as a church body.

On Easter Sunday, April 5, we will offer three worship times: we will offer a simple service in the Chapel at 7:30 a.m. (no Wee Care or childrens activities offered at this time), then two services in the Worship Center at 9 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School will be held as usual. We hope youll join us and invite friends and family to attend with you as we celebrate the risen Lord.

Help us update our records!

If you have moved, changed email addresses or phone numbers in the past five years, please make sure that we have your current information on file. Check ourlbc.org or email Brit-tany Matthews your current con-tact information, including your full name, spouses name, chil-drens names, mailing address, email and phone numbers to bmatthews@lexingtonbaptist.org. Thank you for helping us keep our records current and accurate!

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MWANGAZA CHILDREN'S CHOIR

n The Mwangaza Childrens Choir will be performing their concert Breaking Free on April 19 at 6 p.m in the Worship Cen-ter. We look forward to having them in Worship with us that morning, as well. If you are inter-ested in helping to house these children April 18-20, please con-tact the Music Office!

They will bless you and your family!

COMMUNITY NIGHT OF PRAISEn Praise Band leaders from our community will be coming together to lead us in a Night of Praise on Sunday, May 3 at 6 p.m. in the LBC Worship Center. This event will feature contemporary praise and worship music and will also be live-streamed on our website.

I am looking forward to going to Cleveland, Ohio April 25-May 2 with 44 of the Singing Churchmen. Our first stop will be the church where I grew up and my dad was pastor for 11 years: Crestview Baptist Church in Dayton, Ohio. We will be singing 14 concerts on this tour and sharing the love of Jesus Christ at every opportu-nity. Please remember us in prayer for God to really use us for His Kingdom! Here is our schedule for the trip:

Dan WilliamsAssociate Pastor, Worshipdan@lexingtonbaptist.org

Sunday, April 26A.M.: Crestview Baptist ChurchP.M.: Liberty Hill Baptist Church

Monday, April 27 Noon - Sing at Tower City Mall, Cleveland1 p.m.: Sing at Hard Rock Caf2 p.m.: Sing at Town Square in Town Center7 p.m.: National Anthem at the Cleveland Indians game

Tuesday, April 28A.M.: Concerts in several Assisted Living CentersP.M.: Concert at Center of Hope Bible Fellowship

Wednesday, April 29Noon: Sing at Cleveland Clinic P.M.: Concert at Mount Pleasant Baptist Church

Thursday, April 30Noon: Sing at Mayfield Heights HospitalAfternoon: Sing at University Hospital Cancer CenterP.M.: Faith Works Community Church

Friday, May 1 P.M.: Concert at FBC Mooresville, North Carolina

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Sunday School and Small Group Leadership ConferenceDo you teach Sunday School or do you facilitate a small group at LBC? Maybe God is calling you to teach, or perhaps your spiritual gift is teaching, but youre not yet using the gift? If so, then wed like for you to attend this free conference on Saturday, May 2. Josh Hunt is our guest speaker. Breakfast begins at 8 a.m., and youll need to RSVP to Sandy Pityk. Wee Care is available for children ages birth through 5th grade, but youll need to register with Sandy at 803.996.8821 or sandy@lexingtonbaptist.org before Monday, April 27. The conference begins at 9 a.m., and well dismiss by 12 p.m.

Josh Hunt loves Sunday School and small groups. He is a leading guru on the small group or Sunday School class. Joshs day job is writing lessons for small groups four per week that correspond with LifeWay studies. His lessons are called Good Questions Have Groups Talking, and many of our adult Sunday School leaders receive the weekly supple-ments.

A well-known author and speaker, Josh is a graduate of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary where he received his MDiv with an em-phasis on New Testament Greek. He also holds a BA in Religion from Wayland University. Josh is a creative thinker and an energetic speaker whose passion is to see people come to know and enjoy God.

If youre a new member to LBC or have been attending for a while and have wondered about church membership, then make sure to join us for our next Dinner with the Pastor on Sunday, April 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. This casual dinner is for new members or anyone interested in church membership. Well provide your family with a free meal and tell you a little bit more about LBC, all while getting to know you better. RSVP online or by emailing Robin Inman at the address above.

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In April, we turn our focus to our ARISE (Assist, Repair, Invest, Serve, Equip) ministry. The pur-pose of ARISE is to assist those in our community under financial constraints with needed home and yard repairs. ARISE also provides many with winterization services when they may not be able to afford them. The ministry also partners with several local churches and community or-ganizations to provide repair services across our area. These organizations include, but are not limited to, the Lexington Council on Aging and several local churches. Members of ARISE have also deployed on several trips nationwide to provide assistance during natural disasters. Below is a testimonial from someone in our community about assistance they recently received from ARISE.

My daughters and I were blessed by the men in the ARISE ministry last January. I had several repair jobs I had paid for in the past that were poorly completed. We did not have the money in our budget and, due to a pay cut, were doing well to make ends meet. The men in the ministry were gracious and did far more than expected. They were only supposed to replace tile in the bathroom but noticed the original floor underneath was built poorly and went out of their way to rebuild the entire flooring underneath. The ARISE team rebuilt our rotting porch rails and spent all day blessing my family and our home. I was impressed with the diligence and Christ-like attitude the gentlemen shared as they worked tirelessly for the sheer joy of serving. ARISE ministry is truly an extension of Christs hands and heart.

If you would to learn more about ARISE or become involved in this great ministry, please contact John Wright at 803.996.8836 or jwright@lexingtonbaptist.org.

Alyce GilliamAssociate Pastor, Missions

alyce@lexingtonbaptist.org

March Focus: ARISE Ministry

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Operation Christmas Child Collection Center

Coordinator NeededWe are prayerfully considering increasing LBCs role with Op-eration Christmas Child (OCC) to become a regional Collection Center. As a result, we are seek-ing a volunteer to serve as the Collection Center Coordinator. This position will be receiving oversight and support from Sa-maritans Purse.

The ministry requirements for the position are to develop and lead a team of Collection Cen-ter volunteers to share the hope of Jesus Christ through OCC by meeting the logistical needs of collecting shoe box gifts at the designated Collection Center.

Requirements:

Spiritually mature Christian Strong interpersonal,

organizational and communication skills

Connected to and knowledgeable of local area

Committed to the ministry goals of OCC

Preferred experience with logistics (trucking, warehousing, materials handling, etc.)

Regular email communication required.

If you are interested in the Col-lection Center Coordinator posi-tion, or if you would like more information about OCC, please contact the LBC Missions De-partment at 803.996.8836 or jwright@lexingtonbaptist.org.

Short-term Mission Trip Opportunity

Are you interested in.

Interacting with people from many of the worlds culture and discussing the Gospel with them without leaving the confines of the good ol USA?

A mission trip opportunity suitable for your entire family?

Traveling to one of the most exciting cities in the world?

This summer, we will partner with Global Gates in New York City to participate in three of their Sifting Weeks. The purpose of a Sifting Week is to sift for people from other religions who have come to New York and are being drawn to Christ through the Holy Spirit.

Each day will begin with some excellent training. In the afternoons, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a team that will go into strategic areas of the city to engage with people and to share Christ.

More information about Global Gates can be found at their web site: www.globalgates.info. We are planning on sending teams on the following dates:

June 15-19June 29-July 3

September 21-25

If you are interested in participating in one of the Sifting Weeks, please contact the LBC Missions Department at 803.996.8836 or jwright@lexingtonbaptist.org.

We will be holding our next Oil Change Ministry opportnity on Sat-urday, June 6 at the Family Life Center from 9 a.m. to noon. This ministry provides free oil changes and car checks for single mothers and widows. If youd like to volunteer, please email Kevin Barber at kebarber@windstream.net.

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For children, chicken strips and French fries are also served at

each meal.

All meals include rolls & butter, assorted desserts, salad bar, iced tea and/or lemonade and coffee.

Reservations Required.Deadline for Reservations and

Cancellations: Sunday at 5 p.m.

Make Weekly/Permanent Reservations! Please make reservations online or by calling 803.359.4146.

REGULAR SCHEDULESupper served from 4:45 to 6 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall

Adults: $6Children (5 - 12): $4*

Children 4 & Under Eat Free!(Family Maximum*: $15)

Payable at the door

April 1

Sliced HamShrimp Gumbo and RiceSweet Potato Casserole

Green Beans

April 8

NO SUPPER WILL BE SERVED

April 15

Fried or Roasted ChickenCornbread Dressing with Gravy

Mixed Vegetables

Wednesday Supper

MENU

April 22

Chopped BarbecueCornish Hen

Hash and RiceBaked Beans, Buttered Corn

Lexington Baptist Preschool registration for the 2015-2016 school year is now open to the public. For information on class availability and fee schedules, please see the handout available at the Welcome Center in the Childrens Building, call Mandy Long at Lexington Baptist Preschool at 803.996.8811 or visit lbcpreschool.org.

April 29

Beef StewChicken Cordon BleuField Peas with Snaps

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WEEKLY SCHEDULE Sunday

8 a.m. Adult Bible Study9 a.m. Worship Adult & Student Sunday School Childrens Sunday School (All Ages)10:30 a.m. Worship Adult, Student, & Childrens Sunday School (All Ages)4 p.m. Praying for Prodigals Group4:45 p.m. Missions Prayer Support (406 AEB)6 p.m. Evening Worship* (Chapel) WAM Childrens Choirs Rehearsal

Tuesday 8:30 a.m. Ladies Bible Study 10 a.m. Ladies Bible Study (CHB 201)6:30 p.m. Ladies Bible Study (RH)6:30 p.m. Mens Bible Study (CHB 201)7 p.m. Mens Prayer Group (CHB 206)

Wednesday

4 p.m. Marathon Singers Rehearsal4:45 p.m. Fellowship Supper (until 6 p.m.) 6:15 p.m. Midweek Worship Wired (Birth- 5th Grade) Encounter 431 (6th- 12th Grade)7:00 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal7:30 p.m. Orchestra Rehearsal

Thursday

2 p.m. Prayer Shawl Knitting/Crochet

AEB: Adult Education BuildingCHB: Chapel BuildingFLC: Family Life CenterRH: Reception Hall

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Mens BibleStudy with

Foster Christy7 a.m.

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Senior Adult CornerstoneLuncheon11 a.m.

Maundy Thursday7 p.m.

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Easter Services at 7:30, 9 and 10:30 a.m.

The Hope of Glory Series

Begins

Sunday SchoolOpen House

Quarterly Business Meeting6 p.m.

MwangazaChildrens

Choir6 p.m.

No Wednesday

Night Supper, Bible Study or Childrens

Activities

Fam JamWorship

Experience10:30 a.m.

Dinner withthe Pastor

4 p.m.

Good Friday

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