Lee 7 ee CHURCH Ld aePRAYER FOR AMERICA As | write this article, | am touched by a visit to the hospital earlier this morning with one of our men who courageously served as a Marine in combat in Korea and Vietnam. He shared with me how he was captured by the enemy and urged to sign a document renouncing the United States. As a result of his refusal, he was repeatedly tortured and given the chance again and again to deny his nation. He continued to refuse. We must also reaffirm our loyalty to our country, of course after our allegiance to the Lord Jesus Christ. We may serve our country as soldiers, but also as prayer warriors. Like Samuel we must not “sin against the Lord by ceasing to pray” (1 Samuel 12:23). Since early voting began this week for the general election, the nation is on tiptoe in expectancy and also anxiety. | preached last weekend about "The Stewardship of Citizenship.” We “seek the welfare (shalom)" of the place where God has “sent” us by not only working hard, building for the future, exercising our rights in voting, but also by seeking the Lord and calling on Him in prayer for this welfare. He has promised to answer us, even though we may not fully understand how. The entire church is invited to a special Prayer Meeting this Sunday in the Chapel at 5:00 pm; a time to call upon the Lord in unity together for America. | cannotstress enough how important it is that God's people fast and pray, reflecting the spirit of the great song: “Stand beside her and guide her through the night with the light from above." Petition for God's will to be done with each candidate and issue. Praise Him that He is the Sovereign Lord of all nations, believing that He can do anything with anybody. Ask Him to open the eyes of those who believe lies that they may see the truth behind the facades and the danger in certain decisions. Pray that God's people will stand up and speak up that we may put down evil designs. Pray that Christians will exercise their citizenship privilege to vote and that no ungodly interference, hindrance or fraud will take place in the counting of votes. We know that "He can do great and hidden things that we have not known" (Jeremiah 33:3). God bless America. Oe 4PRAYER MEETING Join us Oct. 30 at Spm in the Chapel for a special time of prayer for our nation. NAPLES CHRISTMAS SPECTACTULAR Tickets are available online at fbcn.org, in the Commons or call 1-888-795-1559. WOMEN'S CRAFT NIGHT Nov.4 at 7p in the Fellowship/ Recreation Center. To sign up, call Valerie at 596-8600 x241. BIBLE AND LIFE GROUPS - RELOCATING ON NOV. 6 DISCOVER FIRST BAPTIST AND BEACH BAPTISM 8:15am Garippa moves to DC121 11am McGillicuddy moves to DC121 11am Dickson moves to WC117 11am Garippa will move to the Fellowship/ Dinner: Nov. 7 at 6:30pm; RSVP at the Connection Point, or call 596-8600 x679. Baptism: Nov. 13; sign-up at the Connection Point in the Commons, or call Linda at Recreation Center on Nov. 13 596-8600 x280 . FIRST FAMILY CHRISTMAS Single parents, pick up your children’s gift request forms in the Commons or the Fellowship Hallway for the First Family Christmas. ELECTION MATTERS Transportation assistance is being offered to polling places on Nov. 8. If you need a ride or can offera ride, sign up in the Commons or call 449-4488. JOV COMES IN THE MORNING Widows, join us on Nov. 5 at 11:00am in DC109. This ministry meets on the first Saturday of each month from 11:00am-1:00pm. PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER Walk 4 Life and Fun Fest at Golden Gate Community Park on November 5 from 8-11:30am. Please register at supportprcorg or to volunteer call 513-9775. LEGACY BUILDERS LUNCHEON Nov. 10 at 11:30am in the Worship Center. Early bird price deadline is Nov. 6. Purchase tickets at the Media Window, Church Office or call Vada at 596-8600 x268. OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD Please fill a shoe box with love and bring it to the Commons POD to help us spread the gospel. For further information, email statile@fbcn.org.LAST WEEK'S ATTENDANCE Worship Bible and Life Groups Midweek Activities WEDNESDAY DINNER November 2, 4:45pm - 6pm (Fellowship Gym) $6 each/$25 for the family (buy at door/cafe) Chicken Marsala Pasta, Veggie, Salad, and Dessert PARENT CHILD DEDICATION CLASS For those wanting to dedicate your child to the Lord, our next class is scheduled for Nov. 12 at Spm in ED164. Reservations can be made by contacting Renee Blain at rblain.fbcn.org. WEEKLY SCHEDULE Wed, 6:30 PM, Bible Studies (All Ages) Sat. 6:00 PM, Band-Led Service Sun. 9:30 AM, Choir/Orchestra Service Sun. 11:00 AM, Band-Led Service IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE? October 31 - November 6 Call the Deacon Hotline (800) 732-9573 Ourdeacons of the week: Dave Miller and Jim Allen “INSANITY OF GOD” SIMULCAST Join your church family for this impactful movie showing on Nov. 13 at 7:00pm in the Chapel. It is a compelling true story about faith and persecution. DECISIONS FOR CHRIST Baptism: Dawson Horan Dual Membership: Wendy Burdette FBA OPENHOUSE FBA Open House will be on Thursday, November 3 from 9am - 12pm. For more information, please call 597-2233. NEED HELP WITH SPIRITUAL MATTERS? DE USS TT Ta Sy Email: FBCN@fbcn.org Main Office: 597-6057 Extensions: 596-8600 ext____ First Baptist Academy: 597-2233 24-hr Prayer Line: 597-PRAY (7729) Lighthouse Bookstore: 449-4488 CONNECTION P@INT 3000 Orange Blossom Dr., Naples, FL 34109 Office: Mon - Fri, 8:30 AM to 5 PM FBCNaples GHtSCB visit focn.org for more