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First Step Luncheon
Sunday, October 28, 12:30 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.

Florida Baptist Association
Evening of Worship and Praise
Sunday, October 28, 6:30 pm,
Bradfordville First Baptist Church
No Anchor Group Bible Study!
This Sunday evening we will be joining other churches from our association for an annual evening of worship and praise. Jim Henry will be delivering the message, along with special music, testimonies, drama, and a combined choir and orchestra. Childcare will be provided for birth - 3 years.

Trunk’er Treat!
Wednesday, October 31, 6:00 - 7:30 pm
No Regular Evening Services!
Our children always enjoy this annual evening of fun, games, and costumes! A family dinner will be held in the fellowship hall at 4:45 pm, followed at 6:00 pm by trunk’er treating and games and activities in the CLC Gym.
In order to make this event a success, we are looking for volunteers to donate their trunk,time, or candy! Contact Preston Odom at x410 or preston@fbctlh.org or Rhonda Smith at x510 or rhonda@fbctlh.org.
The Student Ministry will be assisting from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. After break-down and clean up, don’t miss a special time of fellowship for college students in the Christian Life Center with a movie, snacks, candy apples and more surprises! Invite your friends for a fun filled fall festival fellowship!!!

Building 4 Community &
2008 Budget Proposals
Sunday, October 21, 6:00 pm
The Building 4 Community committee and TurnerBatson architects will unveil the first phase of the Master Plan! Don’t miss this important meeting!
Sunday, November 4, 6:00 pm
Churchwide discussion of the Building 4 Community and 2008 church budget proposals will be held.
Sunday, November 11, 9:00 & 11:15 am
A vote will be held during both morning worship services to approve of both the proposed building project and the 2008 church budget.

Golden Member Recognition
Sunday, November 11, 9:00 am
We annually recognize our Golden Members, special people who have been a part of our church for 50 years. If you are in that category and have not received a letter from the church, please contact Judy at x121.

Military Recognition Service
Sunday, November 11
On Veteran’s Day we want to recognize the men and women who have served our country and continue to fight for our nation’s freedom. If you have a family member who is currently serving in any branch of the military, please contact Judy Morris at judy@fbctlh.org or x121 with a picture and information about what branch of the military they are in, where they are currently stationed and the family connection.

Olan Mills Church Directory
Sign-ups at the church for photography sessions have closed, but we don’t want to leave anyone out of the new church directory! If you are a church member and have not signed up, expect a call from an Olan Mills representative in the coming weeks to help you schedule a time. To make or change an appointment, you can call 1-800-866-2263. Photographs will be taken through November 10. To receive a free directory, you must be in it, so sign up today!.

Help Provide Christmas Dinner
for Needy Girls in Guatemala!
Last summer First Baptist embarked on our first mission trip to serve in Guatemala, and you have an opportunity to continue that ministry! By giving this Christmas season, you can provide a special Christmas dinner for the girls we worked with at the Manchen Girls Home. $7 per person will provide food, drinks, and dessert for the 100 girls and 12 caregivers who rarely receive such a treat. Those who contribute can also send a Christmas card and picture to the girls if you wish!
Make checks out to First Baptist Church, and designate them to the Guatemala Christmas Offering. Contributions need to be received by November 18. Contact Bob Pullen at 562-1466 or jobob3118@aol.com for more information.

Student Ministry Fundraisers

Applebee’s Breakfast (Thomasville Rd Location)
Saturday, November 3, 8:00-10:00 am
Tickets are $6.00 each and are available from any college student, on sale Sunday mornings and Wednesday evenings or in the Student Ministry Office. For more information contact Ashlyn at shellhock_46@yahoo.com or Karyn in the Student Ministry Office at 222-5470 ext 421.

Boston Butt Fundraiser
Picked Up Tuesday, November 20
Delivered just in time for Thanksgiving!!! Price will be $21.00 again. You may purchase from any college student on Sunday mornings or Wednesdays. For more information contact Jeffrey at Jmc332983@yahoo.com or Karyn in the Student Ministry office at
222-5470 ext 421.

Thanksgiving Fruit Baskets
Picked Up or Delivered November 20 & 21
Big, beautiful fruit baskets just in time for Thanksgiving! You may purchase from any college student on Sundays or Wednesday or for more information contact Sarah at ICLONDON57@aol.com or Karyn in the Student Ministry Office at 222-5470 ext 421.

Plan Ahead for Your Christmas Shoeboxes!
Purchase your Samaritan’s Purse Shoebox packed, wrapped and ready to go,and help our Bells of Praise buy a much-needed new set of handbells.
This year, there is a simple and convenient way for you to send love to a needy child overseas and support our own FBC Handbell Choir at the same time. Our Bells of Praise choir members are preparing complete Samaritan’s Purse shoeboxes, packed, wrapped and ready to go for a total cost to you of $35. This price includes the shipping fee requested by Samaritan’s Purse. The boxes will be ready and available in time for collection day on Sunday, November 18. Proceeds go toward the purchase of a new 5-octave set of handbells to replace our 35 year-old set. Call the music office at 222-5470 x201 to order yours now.

Make a Change with Soup Labels!
For many years First Baptist members have been collecting Campbell’s soup labels to send to our missionaries. The missionaries use these to receive various items for their work from the Campbell’s Soup Company -- after school supplies, games, computers, sports equipment, even much needed buses!
Campbell’s Soup Company still plans to continue this program, but they are now requiring that the UPC Bar Code symbol on the back of the soup label be sent in instead of the front label. Be sure to save your bar codes and give them to Jean Fernald or leave them in the church office. This is such an easy way to make a huge difference!

Florida Baptist Children’s Home
Gingerbread Tree Project
The Gingerbread Tree Project will begin October 22! Christmas gifts are needed for approximately 65 children, and you can help make the holidays special for them by purchasing a requested gift off the gingerbread tree. Gifts are needed in the price range of small ($10-20), medium ($20-50) and large ($50-75). Select a requested gift by stopping by the Children’s Home office, calling 878-1458 or emailing ckellogg@fbchomes.org. Gift cards or monetary donations are also accepted. Gifts are needed no later than December 17.

Florida Baptist Children's Home
OCTOBER REQUEST: PAPER PLATES AND CUPS
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.
This month we are requesting paper plates, bowls, cups, napkins, and plastic eating utensils. These items are always needed in the busy kitchens of our cottages. Collection bins are in the College Avenue foyer, the Welcome Center, and by the elevator on the first floor.

Florida Baptist Children's Home
Job Opening
Florida Baptist Children's Homes’ Tallahassee campus has an opening for a Financial Administrative Assistant starting December 3rd.  Applicants need to have exceptional computer and bookkeeping skills as well as good organizational skills. This is a family friendly work environment with an excellent benefits package. Applications may be completed on line at our website (FBChomes.org) or may be picked up at our campus at 8415 Buck Lake Road, Tallahassee, FL. 32317. For more information, contact Julie Boyd at 850-878-1458.

DivorceCare
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm, A-315
Find help and healing for the hurt of separation and divorce. 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. DivorceCare seminars and support groups are led by people who understand what you are going through and want to help. You’ll gain access to valuable DivorceCare resources to help you deal with the pain of the past and look forward to rebuilding your life. For location and/or more information, contact the Singles Ministry office at x221 or email singles@fbctlh.org.

Sign Language Classes
Sundays, 4:30 pm, C-2202
Beginner and Intermediate Classes are now being offered! For more information contact Nelda Tedder at 877-4825.

College Girls Discipleship Group
Thursdays, 7:30 pm, CLC Upper Room

First Ladies’ Taste of the Holidays
Sunday, November 4, 3:30-5:30 pm
Just in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas, all ladies of the church are invited to get together, share, and sample some favorite holiday recipes and traditions. Are the holidays not the holidays without your famous breakfast casserole, Christmas Eve soup, or sweet potato pie? Whatever your favorite holiday appetizer, entree/side dish, or dessert, make a batch and bring the recipe (if it’s not a family secret!) to Angela’s house on November 4th. Or, just come, and pick up some new recipes and traditions to try for yourself! Whether you have a boxful of recipes or you’re just starting out, let’s share a “Taste of the Holidays”!
This event will be held at the home of Angela Gaskins (6133 Borderline Drive). Contact Barbara Corven at 422-2902/ bcorven@comcast.net or Angela Gaskins at 668-4920/agaskins@admin.fsu.edu before October 31 to let them know what favorite dish and recipe you’ll be bringing!

Life Management for Busy Women
by Elizabeth George
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm
In this study Elizabeth shares her discoveries, including God's guidelines for managing the seven major areas of your life (your spiritual life, your body, your finances, your friendships, and more), practical disciplines for managing your life more efficiently and effectively, and how-to ideas for improving your schedule and life right away. This study will be facilitated by YAI Leadership and meet in C-2201A.

Creative Correction by Lisa Whelchel
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm
This 6-week study offers extraordinary ideas for everyday discipline issue such as lying, laziness, tattling, selfishness and disobedience. Join this opportunity to fellowship and study with other young mom’s of First Baptist Church. This study will be facilitated by Lynda Shackelford and meet in A302.

Daniel: Lives of Integrity, Words of Prophecy by Beth Moore
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm
This 12-week study focuses on both the life of the prophet and the prophetic teachings of the book. This study will be facilitated by Linda Smith and meet in Café Praise (A301).

A Heart Like His by Beth Moore
Wednesdays, 9:30 am
An 11-week in-depth study of King David, focusing on his years as God's chosen king of Israel. The study demonstrates how God loved and was able to use David despite his disobedience, and it offers many lessons for those seeking to have a heart like God's. Study will be facilitated by Pasty Faircloth and meet in the home of Betty Lewis.

Upward Basketball and Cheerleading
Sign Up Today!
As the basketball season begins, be sure to sign your child up for the team where EVERY child is a winner! Upward Basketball and Cheerleading have separate leagues for boys and girls grades 1-6. With equal playing and practice time, kids learn the value of teamwork and good sportsmanship. A $75 registration fee includes athletic gear, individual awards and more. Participants must attend evaluations on either October 27 at 9:00 am or October 29 at 6:00 pm. Registration forms are available in each local school’s office, the First Baptist Church Christian Life Center or online at www.fbctlh.org/clc_athletics.html.

Fall Activities at the CLC!
Visit www.fbctlh.org/clc.htm for more information!

Wellness Program:

• Aerobic Classes
• Pilates
• Water Aerobics
• Strength & Toning Classes
• Workout Room w/ Nautilus Equipment, Free Weights and Cardio Equipment.

Sports & Leagues:

• Winter Basketball League
• Winter Inter-Church Volleyball League
• Upward Basketball & Cheerleading
• Basketball for Youth & College
  Thursday Evenings, 6 - 9 pm
• Coed Volleyball
  Tuesday Evenings, 6 - 9 pm

Aquatics (in season):

• Water Aerobics

Special Events:

• “Trunk er Treat”
  Wednesday, October 31, 2007

Arts & Crafts:

• Hobby Ceramics
  Tuesdays, 9 am - 2 pm & 6 - 9 pm
  Thursdays, 9 am - 2 pm
  

First Love 2007
Thank you notes continue to arrive from individuals and organizations that were touched by your acts of service!

“Thank you for your very large food donation! I counted at least 150 bags of food and most were filled to the top. That will be enough food to last us well into the holidays, which is our busiest time. Thank you for your caring and generosity in helping to feed our less fortunate neighbors here in Leon County. And thank you for all your hard work during First Love! The reorganization of the warehouse may not seem like much, but it is very important to us who have to work in it every day.”
Jon Hinkle
Community Outreach Coordinator
ECHO

“The room is BEAUTIFUL. I can’t believe it. I cannot thank you enough for thinking of Girls and Boys Town. It is obvious that First Baptist is full of LOVE!!!”
Dena Strickland
Girls and Boys Town



Dear Church Family,
Thank you so much for your prayers, cards, prayergrams, telephone calls and visits during my recent illness. I am so thankful for you!
Love,
JoAnn Hunt

Dear Church Family,
Thank you to all who continue to pray for me and think about me during my stay at Harborchase Assisted Living, particularly Juanita Cruce and Martha Foster. It means so much to me to hear from my church family.
-Charlie Mae Brock

Dear Friends, especially Eileen Flavin,
Thank you for the prayergram and all the support, love, prayers, and help you have given us. We pray the good Lord will bless each of you.
In Jesus’ name,
-Ann and Joe Boyd

Dear Church Family,
We are so grateful for the love and support you extended to our family after the passing of our mother, Dorothy Harrell. The visits, phone calls, and many cards were uplifting and greatly appreciated, as was having so many of you come and share in the celebration of her life. The food and other supplies were wonderful; they helped feed a large crowd of extended family. We are thankful to be a part of such a warm, caring church.
-Perry and Evelyn Harrell and family