Classical Piano Music
Sunday, May 18
An informal evening of sacred and classical piano music performed by Lori Rhoden. Watch for more details in next week’s Vision.

Celebration Sunday
May 18 , 2008
Campaign totals will be announced to the congregation on Celebration Sunday !

First Fruits Sunday
June 1, 2008
We are asking that every family give something of their three-year commitment on First Fruits Sunday!

First Step Coffee
Sunday, May 18
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!

Florida Disaster Relief Ministry
2008 Regional Training Event
Saturday, June 7, 9:00-3:00pm, North Florida Baptist Church
Training Provided in these Disaster Ministry Areas:
- Mass Feeding - Cleanup & Recovery -Emergency Communications - Temporary Childcare - Spiritual Care - Water Purification
Registration fee of $35 for new volunteers or $10 for returning volunteers.

55+ Club Trip
Ridgecrest Conference Center in North Carolina, October 20-24
Travel to Ridgecrest, North Carolina with your First Baptist Church Friends!
Five days and four nights to see the fall leaves change, learn something new and create wonderful memories!
Tour Price- Approximately $550 per person (double occupancy).
Register with $200 deposit by contacting Lenoir in the Music Office this week. Final balance due by September 15. Contact Lenoir at 222-5470 x201 or LBrewer@fbctlh.org.

Mother’s Day Offering For the Florida Baptist Children’s Home
Children are one of our most precious resources and the Florida Baptist Children’s Home has been providing loving care for over 100 years to children who have been orphaned, abused, abandoned or neglected. The Mother’s Day Offering is a crucial source of funding for Florida Bapist Children’s Homes. Collection envelopes will be in the pews through May. Plan to support this important ministry in our area!

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
MAY REQUEST: PLASTIC CLOTHES HANGERS
Our special need this month is white plastic clothes hangers. Our many children have many clothes! The hangers would help us keep well-organized closets.
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.

High School Senior Sunday 2008 - May 18
All seniors and parents need to look on the “Online Forms” page of the youth website to download the “Senior Sunday Info Sheet,” fill it out and return it to the youth office ASAP. Also, you need to RSVP for the Senior Sunday Luncheon.

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.

Congratulations College Graduates!
Your First Baptist family will pray for you as you step out towards this stage in your life.
Andrea Jean Ablordeppey, graduating Magna Cum Laude from FAMU with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.
Edem Koho Ablordeppey, graduating from FSU with a degree in Exercise Science.
Catalina Jelkh-Day, graduating from FSU with a M.S in Social Science-Executive Management, plans to become an Entrepreneur/Consultant.
Ashley Miracle, graduating from FSU with a degree in Communications, plans to find a job at a PR or Advertising firm in Tallahassee or Jacksonville.
Trudy Roland, graduating from FSU with a degree in Elementary Education, plans to teach in Tallahassee.
Clint Scott, graduating from FSU with a degree in Business: Finance/Real Estate, plans to do God’s will. John 10:10
Nick Sroka, graduating from FSU with a degree in Information Technology, plans to attend seminary with wife, Amber.
Maggie Statler, graduating from FSU with a degree in Physical Education, plans to attend grad school at FSU for Sports Administration.

Summer Addresses
We would like to have a “summer address list” so if you would like to include your info, please email your Name, Email Address, Summer Address and Phone Number, Cell Phone Number, Summer Plans and When you will be back to clint@fbctlh.org.

“CBS!” College Bible Study
Wednesday, May 14, Summer “CBS!” begins in the Chapel.

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.