First Baptist Church

Discover the Love of Christ

Frostproof, Florida July 2020

Dear Church Family,

A couple of people have said to me recently, “Church is a lot
different right now”. And to that I will say, “You are right”. Because of
the corona virus we are trying to adhere to CDC directives to keep
people as safe as possible. We will continue to practice social
distancing, encourage hand washing and using hand sanitizer, and
please wear a mask if you feel more comfortable. We are
encouraging you to avoid hand shaking and hugging for now. We will
continue to have thorough cleaning and disinfecting of doorknobs,
hand bars and other areas. Add to that the fact that we are not
passing offering plates around, nor handing out bulletins, and
dismissing by pews to avoid congestion, and that all makes for some
strange feelings and thoughts. But we want to be as cautious as
possible.
I am disappointed that we are not able to do Vacation Bible School
this year. That is perhaps the biggest outreach event that we do each
...proclaim liberty throughout
year. It is just a fun time. But because of the covid-19 virus and
the land to all it’s inhabitants.”
especially the recent spikes in cases, we decided it would be better to Lev. 25:10
put VBS along with other ministries on hold for the present. Right now
our focus is on Sunday morning Bible study groups and worship.
Inside this issue:
If there ever was a time that God’s people need to pray it is now
with everything that is going on in our nation and the world. It is
certainly a time of uncertainty and unrest. I believe that we are in for Pastor’s Remarks
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some tough days ahead. Here is what we know for sure- God is still in
control. Let’s pray that men and women’s hearts will be changed by Summer Fun 2
His amazing grace. True and lasting change has to come from the God’s Strength
inside. Four Reason For
Christians to Celebrate
Shortly we will celebrate, on July 4, our great freedoms. Don’t forget Independence Day
to celebrate the freedoms we have in Christ, especially the freedom July Calendar 3
from the penalty and power of sin that He has provided for us in our July Birthdays

salvation.
FBC Ministry 4
In His love, Service Schedules
Pack the Backpack
Thank You Note

Bro. Darrol
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Due to the increase of the Coronavirus in Florida, the

Summer Fun Program scheduled July 8-29 is canceled.
A special “thank you” to all the volunteers who were
scheduled to serve.

You may be weak,

God’s Power but, God is strong
you may be anxious
but His patience is long.

You may be troubled,

• Program: 38%Amount of NAMB budget provided by Annie Armstrong
but God is Easter
not Offering: 49%
• Year offering started: In 1895 by WMU® you may be concern
but He is never fraught.
• Amount given in 1895: $5,000 +
• Year offering named a,er Annie Armstrong: 1934 You may be distraught,
but God is not frantic
Total offering gi,s to date: Over $1 billion you may be desperate
but He never panics.
Primary ministry ini/a/ves of NAMB: Send Network (church plan/ng) and Send Relief The (comp
You may be restless,
• but God never tires
you may give up
but He never retires.
on ministries)
• Amount of NAMB budget provided by Coopera/ve Program:You38%may be weak,
• Amount of NAMB budget provided by Annie Armstrong Easter Offering:
weary every day49%
...
• Year offering started: In 1895 by WMU® but with God’s strength
• Amount given in 1895: $5,000 + you’ll not faint away!
• Year offering named a,er Annie Armstrong: 1934
Total offering gi,s to date: Over $1 billion
Four Reasons For Christians to Celebrate Independence Day
1. Gratitude for Religious Freedom, religious freedom for Christians (and others) to freely worship.

2. Christians can thank God for those who serve and have given their lives to defend our freedom.

3. We can thank God for the opportunity to participate in the democratic process of our nation.

4. We can express appreciation for a nation at peace. Our nation remains free of war among

It’s own borders.

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July 2020 Blessed is the nation whose God is the LORD. Psalm 33:12

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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Prayer Team 5:30pm Independence Day

Smith Bldg.

5 Deacons serving: 6 Young Adult Bible 7 8 9 10 11

Freddie Senterfitt Study 6pm Fellowship
Joel Campos Hall Prayer Team 5:30pm
Smith Bldg.

12 Deacons serving: 13 Young Adult Bible 14 15 16 17 18 Gayle Shelton’s

Larry Ogburn Study 6pm Fellowship Memorial Service
Dale Williams Hall Prayer Team 5:30pm 11am-FBC
Smith Bldg.

19 Deacons serving: 20 Young Adult Bible 21 22 23 24 25

John Cavanaugh Study 6pm Fellowship
Garry Talley Hall Prayer Team 5:30pm
Smith Bldg.

26 Deacons serving: 27 Young Adult Bible 28 29 30 31

Larry Blackwelder Study 6pm Fellowship
Larry Hadden Hall Prayer Team 5:30pm
Smith Bldg.

Visit our Church Library, our hours are: Sunday 9:15-9:45 am, 10:45-11:00 am & 12:00-12:15 pm.

2 Ruth Irby 21 Stephanie Godwin

7 Gary Barnes 23 Wyatt White,
8 Joelyn Crosby, Kassie Bowles
Devon Costello 24 Brianna
10 Retha Fowler
11 Nina Dyer, Kimberling,
Anne Williams Beverly Hawkins
12 Faith Tetrick 29 Jason Stone
15 Lola Middlecamp 30 Frederick Cole
16 Louise Goddard, 31 Linda Baquero,
Justin Haley, Casey Martin
Patty Pittman
18 Martin Ratliff
20 Maria Good,
Barbara Carver
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Discover the love of Christ!
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
96 West. B. Street
Post Office Box 327
Frostproof, Florida 33843-0327
Phone: 863 635-3603
Fax: 863 635-6923
Website: www.fbcfrostproof.org
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First Baptist Church of Frostproof
July 2020 Newsletter
Connecting with God!
Connecting with Others!
Pack the Backpack
Back to school kick off is
coming Sunday, July 19, 2020.
Help us get children and
students ready for school by
donating the following
supplies: pencils and case,
erasers, 3 ring binders,
pocket folders, glue, crayons,
colored pencils, notebook
paper, spiral composition/
theme books, backpacks and
hand sanitizer.
Items may be dropped off at
the office or church foyer.
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First Baptist Church Ministry
Vision For FBC: He desires us to be a church that impacts our community with
the Gospel.
Mission For FBC: Making disciples, leading believers to become fully devoted
followers of Christ.
Strategy For FBC:
• Connect with God through worship and with others through relationships.
• Grow spiritually and numerically through small group Bible study.
• Serve others by joining a team engaged in ministry.
Service Schedules
Sunday
Life Group Classes 9:45am
Celebration Worship Service 11:00 am
Wednesday
Student Refuge and Awana 6:00 pm (Sept. - May)
Adult Bible Study 6:30 pm
Thank You Note
Dear First Baptist Church Family,
Thank you for the lovely flower arrange-
ment sent to my sister Sharon’s funeral.
We also want to thank you for your prayers,
cards and phone calls.
We are so blessed to have you as our church
family. Thank you again for everything, and
God bless you all.
Jenny B. & Jimmy Smith and Family
Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy
and peace as you believe in Him so that you
may overflow with hope by the power of the
Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13 HCSB