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Caring and Receiving
Sunday, April 1, 6:00 pm, Sanctuary, Reception Following
Our new members will be honored and welcomed at this churchwide event and fellowship. During this service we will observe the Ordinance of the Lord's Supper.

“Remember”
A Personal Good Friday Experience
Friday, April 6, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
On Good Friday, stop by the sanctuary at your convenience for a personal time of quiet reflection on the last hours of Christ’s life. A devotional guide will be provided, along with an opportunity to share in the Lord’s Supper. Please enter through the College Ave front doors. Later, return for another powerful Good Friday experience with Tenebrae: Service of Shadows at 6:30 pm.

Children's Easter Celebration
Saturday, April 7, 10:30 am
All children are invited to a time of fun, games, crafts, and an exciting Egg Hunt!

Holy Week Worship
April 1-8
Easter is just around the corner. As we prepare to reflect on the most momentous event in the Christian faith, mark your calendar for these special events during Holy Week.

Sunday, April 1:
Palm Sunday Worship, 9:30 & 11:00 am
Celebrate the triumphant entry into Jerusalem.
Message: “If Anyone Asks”

Caring & Receiving Service, 6:00 pm
Welcome our new members into the family!
Reception Following

Friday, April 6:
"Remember," A Personal Good Friday Experience, 11 am - 6 pm
Remember the journey to the cross.
Drop in for a moment to reflect and share in the Lord’s Supper.

Tenebrae Worship, 6:30 pm
Solemnly reflect on the death of our Lord.
Message: “What Happens Next?”

Saturday, April 7:
Children’s Easter Celebration, 10:30 am
Families share in the excitement of Easter morning.

Sunday, April 8:
Easter Sunday Worship, 9:30 & 11:00 am
Rejoice with our risen Savior!
Message: “Misery Loves Company

Spring Missions Offering
FBC Goal: $17,000
Received as of 3/11: $12,406.50
There are only a few weeks left in our Spring Missions Emphasis! Join with us as we support the missionaries who have dedicated their lives to sharing Jesus across North America and around the world. First Baptist supports both the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering for North American Missions and the CBF Global Missions Offering. Give as God leads to help reach First Baptist’s goal of $17,000.
Offering envelopes will be available in the pews or in the main office. Your dollars and prayers will make a tremendous difference in the lives of the lost and needy.

Order Easter Lilies
Cost: $8.00 each, Contact Lenoir at x201 or lbrewer@fbctlh.org
Easter is just around the corner, and we will decorate our sanctuary with beautiful Easter lilies. If you wish to place one or more lilies in memory of or in honor of a loved one, order envelopes are available in the main church office, or contact Lenoir Brewer. These lilies will be delivered to the homebound after Easter Sunday. Orders need to be received by Monday, April 2.

Need a Hand?
Our college students are looking for odd jobs (yard work, window cleaning, raking leaves, etc.) to earn scholarship money for upcoming college ministry activities such as Spring Retreat, Challenge and Mission Trips. If you are interested and need an extra hand contact the Student Ministry Office at 222-5470 x421. Thank you for your help and support of our college students.

Honor a Loved One with Flowers
There are still spaces available on the 2007 flower calendar.  How about taking advantage of this opportunity to honor or remember a loved one with flowers for the sanctuary.  The calendar is located in Welcome Center.  Questions?  Call Lenoir Brewer at 222-5470, ext. 201.

Florida Baptist Children's Home
APRIL REQUEST: COOL, REFRESHING DRINKS
FBC members donate items each month to the Tallahassee campus of the Florida Baptist Children’s Home (fbchomes.org), which has been helping children and families since 1904.
Warm weather is on the way. We will have thirsty children! They would welcome your donations this month of products such as Kool-Aid, drink boxes/pouches, or other refreshing drinks that would be enjoyed by all. Collection bins are in the College Avenue foyer, the Welcome Center, and by the elevator on the first floor.

Builders for Christ
Planning Meeting April 1, 4:30 pm, C-2201
Meet with a group of people from our church planning to travel the last week of June to a part of Louisiana dramatically impacted by hurricane Katrina. We will be reconstructing destroyed church facilities for the First Baptist Church of Chalmette, LA and possibly also working on some homes there. We will be part of a group of 30-50 churches sending volunteers throughout the summer to help this church get back on its feet.
Come learn about the plans and then decide if you can participate. If you have questions, contact Richard Tudor at 386-5424 or tudorrn@yahoo.com.

First Step Luncheon
Sunday, April 22, 12:15 pm
The "First Step" luncheon is free for new members, guests and those interested in knowing more about FBC Tallahassee, our ministries and staff, and how to get involved. The luncheon lasts about 90 minutes. If you or someone you know are interested in attending, please contact Judy in the Pastor’s office at x121 or judy@fbctlh.org.

DivorceCare
Find help and healing for the hurt of separation and divorce.
Wednesdays at 6:00 pm
DivorceCare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. Don’t go through separation or divorce alone. This group will be facilitated by Cherith Sivyer and meet in A-313. For more information contact the Singles Ministry office at x220.

GriefShare
find HELP discover HOPE experience HEALING
Wednesdays at 6:00 pm
It may be hard for you to feel optimistic about the future right now. If you've lost a spouse, child, family member or friend, you‘ve probably found that there are not many people who understand the deep hurt you feel. That’s the reason for GriefShare.
This group will be facilitated by Sandy Tremaine and meet in A315. For more information contact the Singles Ministry office at x220.

NEW Mission Possible Bible Study
Wednesdays at 7:15 pm
Come connect with other young singles for a time of fellowship, disicpleship and prayer as we discuss the book “When God Speaks” by Henry Blackaby and Richard Blackaby. We meet in room A-317. For more information contact Kelly at x221 or email singles@fbctlh.org.

First Ladies Garden Party
Sunday, April 15, 3:00-5:00 pm
All FBC ladies are invited to a time of laughter and fellowship at the home of Terri Walter’s (2855 Fitzpatrick Drive) at our first ever Garden Party. Come as you are! “Bee” there so that you will not miss the special unveiling of the early fall retreat location. Hint: It’s sunny, warm and sandy. Contact the Women’s Ministry office at x221 for more information.

What is First Ladies?
First Ladies represents any woman at FBC. Our group is not defined by age or season of life. In fact, that is what makes our group so wonderful. We are young, midlife, older, married, single, and we desire a time to celebrate our lives together as Christian women.
Not only do we offer Bible studies throughout the year, we also meet quarterly for socials and coordinate retreats. Our desire is to build community among women at our church, form friendships and support each other through our relationship with Christ as our foundation.
Won’t you join us? Contact the Women’s Ministry at x221 for more details!

Women's Bible Studies
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm
Daniel, Lives of Integrity, Words of Prophecy by Beth Moore, facilitated by Linda Smith, will meet Wednesday evenings at 6:00 pm in A301,
Café Praise.
Thursdays at 9:30am beginning March 1st
All ladies are invited to Vertically Inclined, a Bible study by Mary Kassian, Thursday mornings at the home of Betty Lewis. The study will run from 9:30-11:30 am for seven weeks. For more information contact Patsy Faircloth at pfaircloth1946@earthlink.net or call the Women’s Ministry
office at x221.

Dear First Baptist Family,
Thank you for your love and compassion for our family in the passing of my mother, Hazel Martin. Everyone has been sensitive to our family’s specific needs and helped us through this difficult time with grace and tenderness. The wonderful food you prepared and delivered to us was such a blessing. We are so grateful to be part of the FBC family!
Larry and Merrilee White