This Issue
 

PICK UP YOUR
Here...for Life!
CAMPAIGN MATERIALS!

When you are at church on Sunday, March 30, be sure to pick up a bag of campaign information materials for your family. Decide ahead of time who will pick up the bag so that there is only ONE bag for each family or single member. Member or friends not receiving their campaign materials on Sunday, March 30, will receive them by mail. So get your bag, one per household, on Sunday, March 30, and save the postage cost.

First Step Coffee
Sunday, March 30, 10:15am,
College Avenue Foyer

All guests and new members are invited to an informal gathering to talk with our pastoral staff and discover how you can connect and serve at First Baptist! The next First Step Coffee will be on Sunday, April 27, 2008.

The Two Tenors - A Sacred Concert in White Tie and Jeans
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Barry Craft and Ben Owens, The Two Tenors will sing at both morning services on April 20 and will give a concert that evening at 5:00pm in the Sanctuary. More information coming soon!

First Baptist Church Olan Mills Directory!

Olan Mills directories will continue to be available in the church office from 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday thru Friday. One copy of the directory is free for all pictured families. Additional copies are availabe to all for $10 each.

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. 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.)

First Love
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Every year over 500 people join us in a community ministry effort that aids our neighbors, local non-profit and missions organizations, healthcare and retirement facilities and more!

 

Sermon Series:
" Here...for Life! "

First Baptist Church has been a cornerstone church in Tallahassee for over 150 years.  Amazing parallels exist between the growth of our community and that of our church.  Our location in the center of the city has afforded us a remarkable platform for witness that we have been faithful to employ.  As each time frame has presented its unique challenges, we have risen to meet them in the power of Christ, our chief Cornerstone. That’s the foundation upon which we rest, and now is our time to build upon it.  We are “here” not just for this time but “for life.”

March 30: "Keeping Hope Alive" (1 Peter 1:3-9)
April 6: "Is Anything Really Free?" (2 Samuel 24:18-25)
April 13: "How Does God Prompt You?" (Exodus 25:1-9)
April 20: "God's Secret Servants" (Matthew 6:1-4)
April 27: "The Better Way" (Acts 20:32-35)
May 4: "A Vow To Be Kept" (Psalm 76:11)
May 11: "A Mother Near The Cross" (John 19:25b-27)
May 18: "Listen and Live" (Proverbs 1:32-33)
May 25: TBA
 

Next 55+ Club Luncheon
May 9, 2008

Are you a juggler, actor, musician or fire dancer? The next 55+ club luncheon is still a few months off and we need your help. We would like to have a talent show as our entertainment. We invite you to get some of your friends together, make an act and come show your friends your talents! We would love to have as many of you as are interested in participating. Call Lenoir in the music office for more information 222-5470 x 201. We hope to see you and your talented self in May.

 

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.

Florida Baptist Children’s Home
MARCH REQUEST: DISH TOWELS, DISHCLOTHS, and POT HOLDERS
Our kitchens are always busy. Your donations this month of dish towels, dishcloths, sponges, and pot holders will help us in completing our kitchen chores. All colors and designs can be used.
Collection bins are in the College Avenue foyer, the Welcome Center, and by the elevator on the first floor.

 

Sanctuary Choir
Wednesdays, 7:00pm, Room A-200

The Lord is my strength and my shield: My heart trusts Him and I am helped. My heart leaps for joy and I will give thanks to Him in song. Psalm 28:7
Give thanks to the Lord in song! Join our Sanctuary Choir!

 

Save the Date!
Vacation Bible School

June 16-20, 2008

 

Summer Youth Camp in Ridgecrest, NC
This summer, the youth are attending Centrifuge in Ridgecrest, NC for youth camp from June 9th - 14th, but you need to sign-up ASAP if you are interested in going because there are only a few spots still available. For more information, contact Brett Brandewie at 933-8665.

Youth Choir Fundraiser
The Youth Choir is available for any job that you may have such as yard work, window cleaning, raking leaves, etc. to earn money for their upcoming Youth Choir Tour to Miami, Florida. If you are interested and need extra help, contact Amy Baker at 671-3754. Thank you for your support.

 

“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.

 
2008 Challenge Bike Hike Schedule
Saturday, March 22, 2008 - Meet at 8:30am @ the church to help with the CHILDREN’S MINISTRY EASTER CELEBRATION and after this at 1:00pm we will leave on our bike hike!!!
Saturday, March 29, 2008 - Time TBD - Meet at the Bike Trail off South Monroe
Saturday, April 5, 2008 - Meet at 8:30am at Publix by Lowes on Capital Circle NE
Saturday, April 12, 2008 - Meet at 8:00am at Publix on Mahan across from Proctor’s GMC
 
College Choir Schedule
Wednesday, April 9, 2008 - Rehearsal
Wednesday, April 16, 2008 - Rehearsal
Sunday, April 20, 2008 - There will be a pizza lunch, final meeting with Clint and music rehearsal until 3:30 (VERY MANDATORY AND VERY REQUIRED – SCHEDULE STUDY GROUPS AROUND THIS MEETING/REHEARSAL).
Wednesday, April 23, 2008 - Final touch up for all who do not have an exam.
 
 
 

Free Informational Luncheon for Young Single Adults
Sunday, March 30, 12:30pm, A-317

The Mission Possible Classes of the Singles Ministry invite all young singles to a free informational luncheon following Contemporary Worship. Join us for a time of food and fellowship. Discover who we are, what we do, and where you can plug in. Look for us; we’ll be wearing nametags, because we’ll be looking for you. Can’t find us? Call Jenna at 251-7133

NEW! Single Parent Ministry
Wednesday Night Parent Gathering

6:30pm beginning April 9 in A-315
All single parents are invited to join us for a time of caring & sharing at 6:30pm on Wednesdays beginning April 9. For more information, contact the Singles Ministry office at 222-5470 x221.

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 Spring Fling
Saturday, April 19, 2008, 8:00am–8:00pm

Join us for a day of shopping at the St. John’s Towne Center in Jacksonville and enjoy a private fellowship luncheon at Maggiano’s Little Italy® Ristorante. Transportation on the church mini-busses for the first 28 to register. All others will carpool. $35 per person To register, submit your payment to the Women’s Ministry office on/before Wednesday, April 9th. Space is limited to 60, so do not delay. For more information, contact Kelly in the Women’s Ministry office at 222-5470x221.

“NEW First Ladies Study”
Living Beyond Yourself by Beth Moore
Wednesdays, 9:00am - 11:00am

Please join us at the home of Betty Lewis (2345 Armistead Road) for this wonderful study from Beth Moore. For more information, contact Patsy Faircloth at 893-3440.

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, 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.

 

 

First Focus
A weekly note from our Pastor

This Week :
"Thanks, Fran "
Click here to read


Fellowship Meal April 2

NO Fellowship Meal due to Spring Break! Dinner will resume on April 9.



Finance Statement
Budget Needs
Year to Date:

$657,558.
Budget Receipts
On 03/26/2008:
$52,441.
Total Receipts
Year To Date:

$592,351.

Total Spring Mission Offerings as of 03/23/2008: $7,568.00.




Security Schedule
Sunday,
March 30

8:30 - 10:00
Charles Maynard
10:00 - 11:15
Roger Merriam
11:15 - 12:30
Wayne Conner

Wednesday,
April 2

6:00 - 8:00
Bob Pullen



This Week

Sunday,
March 30


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

11:15 AM, Contemporary Worship, Sanctuary

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

12:15 PM,
Single's MP Outreach Luncheon, A-317

1:30 PM,
Praise Band Rehearsal,
Sanctuary

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

4:30 PM,
Young Adult Search Committee, Conference Room

6:00 PM,
Anchor Group Bible Studay,
Chapel


Monday,
March 31

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)


Tuesday,
April 1

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

7:30 PM,
Capital Campaign Leadership Telephone Training, Conference Room


Wednesday,
April 2

9:00 AM, First Ladies Beth Moore Bible Study, Betty Lewis' Home

4:45 PM
,
NO - Fellowship Meal, Fellowship Hall

5:15 PM,
NO - Youth Snack Rack, CLC

6:00 PM,
Adult Prayer and Bible Study,
Sanctuary

6:00 PM,
NO - Preschool Childcare & Learning Activities, Duval

6:00 PM,
NO - Transformers (Grades 1-5), Duval 2nd Floor

6:00 PM,
NO - First Ladies "Stepping Up" Bible Study, A-301

6:00 PM,
NO - First Ladies "Defining Moments" Bible Study, A-302

6:30 PM,
NO - Youth Games, CLC Gym

6:30 PM,
NO - Youth Choir, A-211

7:00 PM,
Sanctuary Choir,
A-200

7:00 PM,
Chamber Players,
C-2201

7:00 PM,
NO - College Choir,
C-2203

7:15 PM,
Praise Team Singers, A-211

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

7:25 PM,
NO - Youth XTreme, CLC Quad

7:30 PM,
NO - Preschool and Elementary Childcard, Duval

8:20 PM,
"CBS!" College Bible Studay,
C-2201


Thursday,
April 3

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

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

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

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


Friday,
April 4

12:00 PM,
Noon Basketball, CLC Gym

Saturday,
April 5

8:30 AM,
College Challenge Bike Hike, Meet at Publix by Lowes on Capital Circle NE


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

Associate Minister
of Music for Contemporary Worship

Pam Cooke
x213

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.