Thank you seems so inadequate to say what we feel about the ministry of Earl Barron.

Earl has been a friend, confidant, fellow minister, and so much more. His enthusiasm and eagerness to serve are his strengths. His compassion and love for all ages, but particularly children, are his passions. Earl has served First Baptist Church and the community well. Earl, I wish you and the church wishes you well as you follow Gods leadership at this juncture of your life. You will be in our thoughts and our prayers always. Just as God is leading in Earls life, let us begin to pray diligently for the one God is leading to us. Let us also covenant together to continue the work that has begun in us through Earls ministry. Join me this Sunday evening following the evening service as we honor Earl and Wanda Barron. I look forward to seeing you in all the services Sunday. Paul

Sunday August 28 Budget Receipts $10,149.96 Budget Needs To Date $643,339.19 Budget Receipts YTD $561,866.65 Receipts Under Budget By $81,472.54 Bible Study 370 WEDNESDAY FAMILY NIGHT September 7 6:00 PM Pot Roast Buttered Rice Mixed Vegetables Rolls Dessert

Sunday, September 4 Early Worship 8:30 AM Bible Study 9:45 AM Morning Worship 11:00 AM Personnel Committee 5:30 PM Southland Vocal Band 6:30 PM Reception honoring the Barrons 7:30 PM Monday, September 5 Office Closed Tuesday, September 6 Youth Prayer Breakfast 6:45 AM Mens Prayer Breakfast 7:00 AM Wednesday, September 7 Family Supper 6:00 PM Youth Bible Study & Sup 6:00 PM Mission Friends, GAs, RAs 7:00 PM Girls of Grace 7:00 PM Handbells 7:00 PM Prayer Meeting 7:00 PM Chancel Choir 8:00 PM

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS BY BAPTISM Matthew Boyett, Nicholas Boyett Matthew Hall BY LETTER Linda Chugh
First Baptist Church P.O. Box 155 Bainbridge, GA 39818 Phone 229-246-1563 Fax 229-246-8182 Rev. Paul Medley......Pastor Rev. Art Bruce.....Minister of Music/Senior Adults Rev. Earl Barron....Minister of Education/Children Clarene Jones....Office Secretary Virginia Smith........Administrative Secretary Email: office@fbcbainbridge.com
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Volume 64 Number 35

The First Baptist

August 31, 2011

Memory Verse September 41 John 3:17 NIV If anyone has material possessions and sees his brother in need but has no pity on him, how can the love of God be in him?

Calling all Preschoolers Through College age.

I am inviting all who have been under the teaching of Earl Barron to join me at the front of the Sanctuary for Earls final Childrens Sermon. Make your way up to the front as Jesus Loves Me is played on the piano. Find a comfortable place to sit and honor Earl as he shares with us one final time. Join us after the Sunday night service as we honor he and Wanda with a fellowship. Bring your (or his) favorite foods to the event. A basket will be at the door to place your notes and cards of encouragement and love!

Dear Church Family; Wanda and I would like to express our deepest love and gratitude to each member of this church family. In the past eleven plus years we have grown to love each of you. Your lives have blessed us throughout our time here. You have helped raise our children, you have been there with us through the joyous times of our lives and have supported us in times of sorrow. As we follow God's will, we do so out of obedience to the call upon our lives. This church family will always be very special and deeply loved by us. Our prayers will continually be seeking God's blessings upon First Baptist Church, it's leadership, and church family. Please keep us in your prayers as well. We will genuinely miss each of you and hope that you will stay in touch. God's Servants; Earl and Wanda Barron Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added unto you. Matthew 6:33 KJV EXTENDED SESSION September 4 Darren & Tammy Deal, Kim Burrell, Traci Poppell, Erin Timmons, Crystal Birdsong, Bucky & LeAnn Buchanan, Randy & Christy Harrell, Jan Wilson, Sonya Williamson, Josh & Lindsey Barron.

Thank You Thank you so much to the many that donated refreshments and money for 5th Quarter this past week. The youth that attended Friday night were well fed and had a great time! A huge thanks also to the Youth Committee for doing a super job of planning and preparing for the event. Youth of the Week Lindsey Duke is the daughter of Eddie and Debbie Duke. She is an eighth grade student at Grace Christian Academy, where she is a member of the Honor Society and plays volleyball, basketball and softball. In addition to playing sports, Lindsey also enjoys riding horses. Youth Led Evening Worship Service Thank you to everyone that worked so hard to prepare for the youth led service Sunday night. It was such a blessing to be led in worship by SHOCKWAVE, MARTUS and the youth of FBC. Casting Crowns Concert Casting Crowns, along with Sanctus Real, The Afters and Lindsay McCaul will be in Dothan Saturday, November 12! We have purchased 50 youth tickets at a cost of $25, which includes transportation. In order to be assured a ticket, payment must be made in advance. Payment may be dropped at the church office, or given to Tina either Sunday or Wednesday. Dont miss this exciting concert!! Wednesday Night Youth Supper This weeks menu is spaghetti provided by Team 5: Barbara Fleshman, Cheryl Godwin, Tana Smith, Clarene Jones and Judy Franklin. Schedule Changes Due to the holiday weekend, there will be no SHOCKWAVE or Interpretive Movement this Sunday. MARTUS WILL PRACTICE at 5:00 in the Youth Room.

SOUTHLAND VOCAL BAND IN CONCERT

Today, out of rural South Alabama comes a group of talented individuals sharing the gospel in music and song. Southland Vocal Band, a name synonymous with gospel groups of old, represents a new generation of southern gospel artists. This new group brings youth, excitement, energy and flexibility that is unmatched for this area. Their passion for Southern Gospel music as an outward and sincere form of praise is evident in every service or concert. . The first thing you notice about Southland Vocal Band, even before they start testing the microphones is their passion, excitement, and enthusiasm. These gifted vocalists continue to inspire churches all over the Southeast. If you truly enjoy Southern Gospel music, come and experience an evening with Southland Vocal Band.

SOUTHLAND VOCAL BAND AT FBC BAINBRIDGE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4TH 6:30 PM