This Issue
 

First Baptist Church Olan Mills Directory!
All families who were photographed can pick up a free church directory at the Welcome Center this Sunday and in the church office beginning next week. Directories will be available for $10 for those who were not photographed, or if you would like additional copies.

We Need Your Email Address!
As we are heading into an important stage in the life of our church, we are looking for ways to keep you better informed! Updating our database with your current email address will be an invaluable communication tool in the coming months. Cards will be available during worship through the month of February, or you can email your name and preferred email address to pastor@fbctlh.org.
(If you do not have email or prefer not to share this information, we will still keep in touch with you via postal mail.)

Daylight Savings Time
Sunday, March 9, 2008

First Love
Saturday, October 18, 2008
 

Easter Sermon Series:
" A Living Lord "

When you look at the resurrection texts in the Gospels, you wonder how anyone could have missed the Risen Jesus. But then you consider how the same thing happens today and you begin to understand how such a discovery requires our openness to him. Like other holidays, even Easter can come upon us before we know it. But what a tragedy when that happens and people haven't prepared adequately to see Jesus and experience his Easter power. Don't let that happen to you. Join us in worship as we walk with Jesus to Calvary, the Empty Tomb, and most importantly, beyond.


February 24: “Now Can You See ?” (John 9:35-41)
March 2: "The Odds Are In Your Favor" (John 11:45-53
March 9: Guest Speaker - Jim Burton, North American Mission Board
March 21, Good Friday: "Glory to No Other" (Isaiah 42:8)
March 23, Easter Sunday: "Where You Can Find Jesus" (Matthew 28:1-10)
 

SMBS Leadership Meeting
Kick-Off for April Bible Study Series
For Directors, Teachers, and Associate Teachers of all age levels
Thursday, March 6
6:30pm – 7:30pm
Doubletree Hotel (Across the street from the church). Snack Supper will be available. Please RSVP to paula@fbctlh.org by Wednesday, February 27. Keynote Speaker, Dr. Allen Walworth, Executive Vice President, Generis. Dr. Walworth is a former pastor, NT professor, and consultant.

Week of Prayer for Spring Missions
March 3 - 9, 2008
Mr. James Burton from the North American Mission Board will be with us at both morning services on March 9th.
You are invited to join us at our Missions Program and Luncheon on March 10th, at 12 noon in the Fellowship Hall. Tana Tuttle, a noted speaker from Thomasville Road Baptist Church will be our speaker. If parking is unavailable at FBC, beginning at 11:30am, our church Deacons will be shuttling passengers from the Kleman Parking garage to the church. When the luncheon is finished, you will be shuttled back to your car at the parking garage. The cost for the luncheon is $5.00 and the deadline for reservations is Wednesday, March 5th. Women on Mission members should make their reservations through their group leaders. All others may call Laura Hope at 222-5470 x101.
 

Order Easter Lilies
Cost: $9.00 each
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 at x201 or lbrewer@fbcthl.org. Orders need to be received by Monday, March 17. Thank you for your donation. These lilies will be delivered to the homebound after Easter Sunday.

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.

Spring Mission Emphasis
March 2-9, 2008
Please join us as we pray for and support our North American Missionaries. This year’s theme is Live With Urgency. Come and learn about sharing Christ around the United States. This year’s church goal is $20,000+.

Florida Baptist Children’s Home
FEBRUARY REQUEST: HOME CLEANING PRODUCTS.
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.
Our February need is home cleaning supplies including those for the kitchen, bathroom, dusting, windows, and floors.  We’re ready to clean! 
Collection bins are in the College Avenue foyer, the Welcome Center, and by the elevator on the first floor.
 
Save the Date!
Vacation Bible School
June 16-20, 2008
 
“The Best of  Dessert Theatre”
Sunday, March 2
4:00 p.m. in the Gym
Don’t miss our show as we sing and dance to our favorite numbers from past productions!! Come and support us as we raise money for our annual Youth Choir Mission Trip to Miami. We will also have specialty cakes and desserts for you to bid on this year.
 

“CHALLENGE 2008!”
April 26-May 4, 2008
Our annual BIKING and MINISTRY tour! This is where we BIKE about 250 miles in four days AND lead a worship service in churches along the way at night! We need BOTH bikers and support people! THIS IS ONE OF THE GREATEST TRIPS THAT YOU WILL EVER GO ON AND THE MOST UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR GOD TO STRETCH YOU!!! For more information contact Karyn in the Student Ministry office at 222-5470 x421.

 
Student Ministry Fundraisers
Applebee’s Breakfast
(Thomasville Rd location)
Saturday, March 8, 8:00-10:00am
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 Karyn at 222-5470 x421.
 
Boston Butt Fundraiser
Friday, March 21
Ready just in time for Easter!!! Price is $21.00. You may purchase from any college student on Sunday mornings or Wednesdays. For more information contact Karyn in the Student Ministry Office at 222-5470 x421 or Karyn@fbctlh.org.
 

DOING lifetogether
Bible Study for Young Single Adults
Wednesdays, 7:30 pm, A-317
This study will take you on a journey and give you a taste of the life God created you to live in a community of faith. Doing Life Together will help you discover what God created you for as you are Seeking, Sharing, Serving Christ.
 

First Ladies Bible Studies
"Defining Moments"
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm, A-302
All ladies are invited to join this DVD driven, discussion based study by Andy Stanley. The study is being facilitated by Tracy Edewarrd and will meet in A-302. For more information contact Kelly at x221 or email kharrington@fbctlh.org.

"Stepping Up"
Wednesdays, 9:30 am, Home of Betty Lewis
All ladies are invited to join this new study by Beth Moore. The study is being facilitated by Patsy Faircloth and will meet in the home of Betty Lewis, 2345 Armistead Rd., from 9:30 to 11:30am. The study will last seven weeks, first week as introduction and six weeks of studying Psalms 120 - 134. Interested ladies can contact Patsy at ptfaircloth1946@comcast.net or 893-3440.

"Stepping Up"
Wednesdays, 6:00 pm, A-301
All ladies are invited to join this new study by Beth Moore. The study is being facilitated by Linda Smith and will meet in Cafe Praise. For more information contact Kelly at x221 or email kharrington@fbctlh.org.

“A Women’s Guide to True Contentment”
Mondays, 10:00 am, Cafe Praise
A Bible study by Rhonda Kelley which explores the concept of contentment and focuses on who God is and who women are in their roles in God’s plan. Childcare is available by reservation by calling the Children’s Ministry office at x510.
 
Dear First Baptist Church Family,
The words “church family” have never been more appropriate than in the last few weeks. After our mother’s stroke and during her last days as she journeyed on to Heaven, our family held her hand consistently in one of our hands, and you all held our other hands. You cried with us and offered tissues, you laughed with us and shared wonderful memories, you fed us meal after meal after meal and then cleaned up those meals and our homes, you chauffeured children in order to keep their daily schedules consistent, you sat quietly with us, you prayed, you fed us some more, you quoted Scripture, you wrote beautiful cards, you hugged us, and then you fed us again. Our every need was met before we even knew we had a need! You sustained us emotionally, physically, and spiritually, and you never let us forget that God was with us at every moment. The words “thank you” would never be enough, but the words “we love you and thank God for you” come a bit closer. We saw the face of God in your faces and felt His loving embrace in your arms. There is no greater comfort than to know that mom went from our hands into God’s and that He is holding her close today and for eternity.
The Noblin Family, (Millard Noblin, Max and Meredith Noblin, Adam and Lea Marshall, Shawn and Catherine Heath, and Jeff and Dean Noblin)
 
VPK Program Receives a Perfect Score!
The Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten program helps 4-year-olds be better prepared for kindergarten and every year the State of Florida gives a rating to each VPK program. This year’s ratings are based on the children who left the program last year and are now in kindergarten. First Baptist Church’s Weekday Early Education began its VPK program 3 years ago. A VPK program can score up to 300 points. Last year our score was higher than most schools at a 274. This year we scored a perfect 300! Many thanks to our VPK teachers Joyce Lane and Stephanie Bodiford, assisted by Karen Freeman and Teresa Anderson-Green.
 
 

 

First Focus
A weekly note from our Pastor

This Week :
"There's Hope! "
Click here to read


Fellowship Meal
February 27
Baked Chicken, Potatoes Au Gratin, Steamed Broccoli, Rolls, Salad Bar and Dessert



Finance Statement
Budget Needs
Year to Date:
$383,575.
Budget Receipts
On 02/17/2008:
$42,382.
Total Receipts
Year To Date:
$334,315.




Security Schedule
Sunday,
February 24
8:30 - 10:00
Jim Croushorn
10:00 - 11:15
Jeff Crew
11:15 - 12:30
Charles Garner

Wednesday,
February 27
6:00 - 8:00
Judd Chapman, Jr.



This Week

Sunday,
February 24

8:00 AM,
Median Adult III Bible Study Options, Adams Ground Floor

9:00 AM, Traditional Worship, Sanctuary

10:00 AM,
Bible Study Options for All Ages, Churchwide

10:15 AM,
First Step Coffee for Prospects and New Members, College Avenue Foyer

11:15 AM, Contemporary Worship, Sanctuary

11:15 AM, Preschool M&M's (Music & Missions), Duval

1:15 PM,
Youth Dessert Theatre Rehearsals, A-211

4:00 PM,
Missions Committee, C-2201

4:30 PM,
Bells of Praise,
A-211

4:30 PM,
Sign Language Classes,
A-200

6:00 PM,
Anchor Group Bible Study, Sanctuary


Monday,
February 25

9:30 AM,
Childcare for First Ladies Bible Study, Duval

9:30 AM,
First Ladies "A Woman's Guide to True Contentment" Bible Study, A-301

10:30 AM,
First Joy Choir,
A-200

12:00 PM,
Noon Basketball, CLC Gym (M-F)

12:00 PM, Aerobics-Open to All, CLC Areobics Room (M-F)

5:45 PM,
Self Defense Class, CLC Aerobics Room

6:00 PM,
Winter Basketball League, CLC Gym


Tuesday,
February 26

9:00 AM,
Ceramics Classes, CLC Ceramics Room

5:30 PM,
Ceramics Classes, CLC Ceramics Room

6:00 PM,
Winter Volleyball League, CLC Gym

6:00 PM,
Childcare for Internationals, PS-7

6:30 PM, Internationals English Classes, Chason 2nd Floor


Wednesday,
February 27

9:30 AM, First Ladies "Stepping Up" Bible Study, Betty Lewis' Home

4:45 PM, Fellowship Meal, Fellowship Hall

4:45 PM,
Youth Dessert Theatre Rehearsals, A-211

5:15 PM,
Youth Snack Rack, CLC

6:00 PM,
Church Business and Prayer Meeting, Sanctuary

6:00 PM,
Preschool Childcare & Learning Activities, Duval

6:00 PM, Transformers (Grades 1-5), Duval 2nd Floor

6:00 PM,
First Ladies "Stepping Up" Bible Study, A-301

6:00 PM,
First Ladies "Defining Moments" Bible Study, A-302

6:30 PM,
Youth Choir, A-211

6:00 PM,
Youth Games, CLC Gym

7:00 PM,
Sanctuary Choir,
A-200

7:00 PM,
Chamber Players,
C-2201

7:15 PM,
Young Singles Bible Study,
A-317

7:25 PM,
Youth Youth XTreme, CLC Quad

7:30 PM,
Preschool and Elementary Childcard, Duval

8:20 PM,
"CBS!" College Bible Study, Sanctuary


Thursday,
February 28

8:45 AM,
Senior Adult Stretch Class, CLC Aerobics Room

9:00 AM,
Ceramics Classes, CLC Ceramics Room

9:00 AM,
Childcare for Internationals, PS-7

9:30 AM, Internationals English Classes, Chason 2nd Floor

5:00 PM,
Upward Basketball Practice, CLC Gym

7:00 PM,
Praise Team Rehearsal, Sanctuary

8:15 PM,
College Girls Bible Study, CLC Upper Room


Friday,
February 29

5:00 PM,
Upward Basketball Practice, CLC Gym

6:00 PM,
Dessert Theatre Technical Rehearsals, A-211


Saturday,
March 1

9:00 AM,
Upward Basketball, CLC Gym

10:00 AM ,
Dessert Theatre Rehearsals, A-211

10:00 AM,
Praise Team Rehearsal, Sanctuary

3:00 PM,
Dessert Theatre Dress Rehearsal, CLC Gym

3:00 PM,
Upward Basketball Award Ceremony, Sanctuary

5:00 PM,
Singles Spring Fling, The Beal's

5:15 PM,
Praise Team Band Rehearsal, Sanctuary

Click here for the full weekly schedule!

 

TV Services
WTBC 65/
Comcast Channel 99
Sundays at 6 pm and Wednesdays at 9 pm

FBC Staff
To reach a member of our staff, call
(850) 222-5470
and then dial the extension.

Pastor
J. Douglas Dortch, Jr., Ph,D
x121

Associate Pastor
Fran Buhler
x131

Associate Minister
of Music
Penny Folsom
x201

Minister of
Christian Life
Preston Odom
x401

Minister to Students
Clint Purvis
x421

Minister to Internationals
Marty Smith
x111

Minister to Children
Rhonda Smith
x501

Interim Minister
to Youth
Jane Wofford
x413

Minister to Singles
Jenna Young
x221

Administrator
Steve Wofford
x140

Communications Coordinator
Susan Vance
x145


Submissions
Submissions can be dropped off at the church office,
emailed to svance@fbctlh.org,
or mailed to:
The VISION,
108 W College Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32301.
Deadline for submissions is 10 days before published Sunday date.
All submissions are subject to editorial revision.