First Step Coffee
Sunday, March 30
10:15am, Meet in the 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.

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 222-5470 x221.

The Two Tenors - A Sacred 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 5:00 pm in the Sanctuary. More information coming soon!

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
This month we will welcome your donations of dish towels, dishcloths, sponges, and pot holders. They will be a big help to 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.

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.

Summer Youth Camp in Ridgecrest, NC
The youth are attending Centrifuge in Ridgecrest, NC for youth camp from June 9th - 14th, Sign-up ASAP if you are interested 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

Free Informational Luncheon for Young Single Adults
Sunday, March 30, 2008, 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.

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.

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

"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.