Being W.E.L.L.

A Note from Johnny… One of the greatest needs we have today in the Christian church is the need to understand and apply the Lordship of Jesus in and through our lives.

Because this is such an important issue, I began preaching this past Sunday a three part message on Lordship.

I shared this past week on the “What” of Lordship and will finish up with the “Why” of Lordship.

Today I want to share with you a little story that helps us understand about living in the Lordship of Christ. This story will help us understand the principle that the Lord places us in certain places with a purpose in mind. That purpose is for us to serve Him.

“One afternoon author Patsy Clairmont found herself on an airplane, sitting next to a young man. She writes, “I had already observed something about this young man when I was being seated. He called me “Ma’am.” At the time I thought, ‘Either he thinks I’m ancient, or he’s from the South where they still teach manners, or he’s in the service.’ I decided the latter was the most likely, so I asked, “You in the service?”

“Yes, Ma’am, I am.”

“What branch?”

“Marines.”

“Hey, Marine, where are you coming from?” “Operation Desert Storm, Ma’am.”

“No kidding? Desert Storm! How long were you there?” I asked. “A year and a half. I’m on my way home. My family will be at the airport.” I then commented that he must have thought about returning to his family and home many times while he was in the Middle East. “Oh, no, Ma’am,” he replied. “We were taught never to think of what might never be, but to be fully available right where we were.”

I will see you Sunday!

Bro. Johnny

F i r s t

Shoe Box Christmas

This Year’s Goal is 400 Boxes!

Pick up a shoe box at Troy Street foyer soon.Shoe box includes a brochure with a list of age appropriate items.

Remember: You DO NOT need to include the $7 shipping cost as mentioned in the brochure!

Shoe Boxes Available Soon!

Shoe Box Collection Sundayis November 20.

Volume XLVI, NO. 43

ThingsF I R S T B A P T I S T C H U R C H O F D O T H A N

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

$7This offering covers the $7 per box shipping

for Operation Christmas ChildShoe Box Christmas.

Please make a separate check payable toFBC and mark it “shoe boxes.”

Given To Date: $2413Goal: $2,800

Shoe Box Offering

Operation Christmas Child

Worship with Authority Evangelize with Intention

News of Interest-2012 Ministry Budget Presentation and PrayerSunday, November 66:00 p.m., in the Sanctuary Our 2012 Budget Planning Committee encourages you to attend Sunday night as we present the 2012 Ministry Budget. On Sunday, November 13, we will vote on the 2012 Ministry Budget (without discussion) during the Morning Worship Service.

Peanut Parade Seats & ParkingOn Sale for Peanut ParadeSaturday, November 12 Cost is $2 for seats and $5 for parking. Tickets are available from the church office only, and must be picked up in person. Tickets are first come, first serve. We cannot hold tickets or sell tickets over the phone. No refunds in case of parade cancellation. Funds benefit the Youth Ministry.

Remembering Familyand Friends at Christmas This Christmas, in lieu of purchasing poinsettias to decorate the sanctuary, we are accepting contributions for Lottie Moon Christmas Offering for International Missions. If you would like to make a contribution in memory of or in honor of a loved one, please contact Diane at the church office. We will publish the names in the December 14 First Things and December 18 Order of Worship.

Women’s Ministry-Ladies Night OutDessert Partywith Christian ComedienneJinny HensonThursday, December 16:30 p.m., at FBC This is a casual women’s event in which ladies can laugh, relax, hear a heartfelt story, and see how God sustains through anything. Please call the church office to sign up. There is no cost for this event.

Sr. Adult Ministry-

Senior Adult Day TripMule Dayat Calvary, GASaturday, November 5Cost: $5 for gas plus money for food. Leave from the Family Life Center parking lot at 8 a.m. Please call Melissa at the church office to sign up, 792-5117, ext. 247.

Senior Adult 3R LuncheonThursday, November 1711:30 a.m.Dining HallWatch for More Details!

The First Picture

Our Baptist Women

are working on Salvation dolls

for Guatemala Missions.

FBC Christmas Concertfeaturing

Babbie MasonSunday, December 18

6 p.m.Evening Worship Service

Student Ministry-Student Movie NightCourageousat Northside Cinema 2Sunday, November 6Cost: est. $10 Parent can drop off at 3:30 p.m. at the theatre. We will head to the church after the movie for dinner and discussion. Parents may pick up their teen at 7 p.m. at First Baptist.

Love with Purpose Learn with Consistency

Members in the HospitalFlowers:253 Mrs. Angela Land and son

Medical Center:490 Mrs. Marsha Lindsey

Extendicare Rehab:129 Mr. Miles Frisinger131 Ms. Debbie Irby

Our Sympathy To: Bascom Metcalf and family on the death of his mother, Mrs. Maude S. Metcalf, of Dothan, AL. Mrs. Metcalf was also the grandmother of Jeff Metcalf. Merlin and Faye Martin and family on the death of their sister-in-law, Mrs. Betty D. Martin, of Dothan, AL. Jan Jackson and family on the death of her mother, Mrs. Elizabeth “Betsy” G. Etheredge, of Ft. Walton Beach, FL. Mrs. Etheredge was also the grandmother of Gabe, Elizabeth, and Sarah Grace.

Sunday’s Flowers: The flowers last Sunday were placed in loving memory of Bobby W. Pitman by his wife, Nancy, and their children.

Sunday’s Roses: The roses this Sunday are in honor of: Elizabeth “Lib” Clark Pittman born October 26, 2011. The proud parents are Daniel and Kathryn Pittman. Jayce Anderson Land, born October 30, 2011. The proud parents are Shaun and Angela Land.

The First Family Prayingfor FBC Families: At the weekly Wednesday Prayer Service we will lift up in prayer three FBC families. This week, remember to pray for: Randy and Suzi White (Mike, Jonathan) Viola White Edwin and Gail Whitehead

In Loving MemoryMrs. Cecile May Baird

October 30, 2011

Women’s Ministry–Tuesday MorningWomen’s Bible Study:The Gospel of John, Part 1Walking with the Light of the World8:45 a.m., Adult Assembly Room(We will meet for 4 weeks and break for the Holidays to resume meeting on January 10.) From beginning to end, John reveals Jesus as the Son of God. Learn to walkin Jesus as the Light of the World and gain a more intimate knowledge of andrelationship with Him. Learn what Jesus, himself, teaches about true salvation.

Men’s Ministry–

Men’s 3rd Thursday DinnerThursday, November 176:15 p.m., LaParilla Mexican Restaurant All men are invited. Dutch treat.

Day of

GRACEIS COMING!

Mighty Men of godNovember 18-19, 2011

For ALL Men, Ages 12 to 112Friday - 6:45–9:30 p.m.

Saturday - 8:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

To register, call Mighty Men at1-866-MIGHTY-MEN (1-866-444-8963)

or go online at www.mightymenofgod.com.

UPDATE: It will soon possible to register and pay for this conference on Sunday mornings.

Be on the lookout for that set up!

Sunday Bible Study-Anchor PointTeacher: John Williams Whether you are newly married, beginning your family, or already have several children, we invite you to join us as we study God’s Word. We realize that all of us are in different stages of life and wish to lean on the love of Christ as well as one another as we engage in our walk with God. This journey is exciting, rewarding, and sometimes overwhelming. It is important to have others walk along side of you to encourage you when times become difficult. Join us as we study God’s Word and find our place in His story.Curriculum Used: Life Matters Bible Studies for Life. Meet in Room C205.

Can Castle NightWednesday, November 16

The FBC RAs and GAs need your help. We are planning a Can Castle Night. You can help by bringing cans to designated bins around the church. Our greatest need is for canned vegetables, however all canned and dry goods are welcome. Food will benefit our own Community Missions Food Pantry.

Being W.E.L.L.

First Baptist pulpitSunday, November 6

10:15 a.m. “Why Lordship”Various Scripture

Message by Dr. Johnny Fain

6 p.m. “Mine vs. Yours”Isaiah 55

Message by Rev. Mike Golson

Preschool Worship CareSunday, November 6Chris and DeAnna Brannon

Ty and Dana WarrenMills and Samantha Carter

Worship KidStyleRobin and Angela Short

Sunday’s Greeters

Merlin and Faye MartinThad and Allyson Johnson

Doris Creel and Elsie MeekerMark and Mitzi Chambers

Patrick and Kerrie ReedBarry McGaughey

Bryant Hardy

Regular Weekly EventsSundays - 8:45-10:10 a.m. Media Library Open 9 a.m. Sunday Bible Studies 10:15 a.m. Morning Worship Wee Worship (Pre 4–K5) WorshipKidStyle (Grades 1–3) 4-6 p.m. Media Library Open 4:30 p.m. LifeSong (Grades 7–12) 5:30 p.m. Youth Snack Supper (Gr. 7-12) 5:45 p.m. Child Care (Birth–Age 3) 6 p.m. Evening Worship Young Singles Bible StudyMon. - 10 a.m. Chair Aerobics w/ Sam, FLCWednesdays - 10 a.m. Chair Aerobics w/ Sam, FLC 2-6 p.m. Media Library Open 4:30-6 p.m. Family Supper 5 p.m. One Way Café Opens 5:15-7:30 p.m. Child Care (Birth–Age 2) 5:15–6:15 p.m. Double M Music (P3-G4) 5:30 p.m. Preteen Night Life (G 5-6) 6-7 p.m. Prayer Service - Parlor The Gathering, YAR 6:20–7:05 p.m. Double M Missions (P3-G4) 6:30 p.m. Adult and Youth Life Groups 6:30-7:30 p.m. Adult Choir RehearsalFridays - 10 a.m. Chair Aerobics w/ Sam, FLC

• Family Life Center Hours • M, Tu, Th 6 a.m.–9 p.m. Sat 9 a.m.–1 p.m. W 6 a.m.–7 p.m. Sun Closed F 6 a.m.–6 p.m.

~ FBC Staff ~Ministers .............. The People of First Baptist ChurchPastor ................................................................... Johnny FainMinister of Senior Adults, Media, and Missions .................................................... Bob GrossAssociate Pastor of Family Ministries ......... Mike GolsonMinister to Preschoolers ......................Mary Ann ThomasMinister to Kids ................................................. Brad StromMinister to Students ...........................................Dane ShawMinister of Community Missions and Single Adults ........................................Stan SanfordMinister of Recreational Ministries .....................Sam Self

Weekly SummaryOctober 30, 2011

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Budget Receipts .......................................$26,255.55Weekly Budget Requirements ..............$44,638.23Budget Receipts YTD .....................$1,832,668.74Budget Requirements YTD ...........$1,964,082.12

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Happy Birthday!

If your birthday is not listed, please call Melissa (792-5117, ext. 247) and

make sure we have your birthdate on file.

November 6: Mike Brooks, John Farish, Mary Sue Gilley, Maeghan Gregory, Michael Jones, Aleigha Jordan, Wallace Malone IV, Joshua WeeksNovember 7: Melinda Earnest, Imogene Grigsby, Karen Leigh Samples, Carolyn StricklandNovember 8: Catherine Bennett, Forrest Chambliss, Anna Marie Coleman, James WoodhamNovember 9: David Snell, Tallulah Snell, Randy WhiteNovember 10: Martin Atkinson, Larry Cooper, Catherine Crockett, Diane Culver, Laurel Griffith, Luke Griffith, Joe Pelham, Jamesen Pylant, Nolan WagesNovember 11: Sandra Broxson, Thelmanne McGaughey, Carolyn Moon, Anna SmithNovember 12: Merlin Martin, Clyde Powell, Evelyn Thomas

Next Week’s Deacons

Prospect VisitationBrad Mendheim

Deacon on Call 11/6 Troy St. & Hospital Monitor Visitation A.M. Edwin Morriss Service 677-1149 Russell Lee

Wednesday Family Supper November 9, 2011

Supper: 4:30–6 p.m.

Old Time Country BreakfastCheese Grits

Scrambled EggsHam, Bacon, Sausage

Biscuit and GravyHash Rounds

Salad Bar and Dessert

Ages 12–Up: $5; Ages 6-11: $3Salad Bar Only: $3Ages 5–Under: Free

$20 Family maximum