Naples Christmas Spectacular

Our church has historically desired to be like a sailboat that

tacks with the wind of Gods Spirit, no matter which direction
He blows and works. Our church sought to be like the men
of Issachar, who understood the times and knew what to
do (1 Chronicles 12:32). Our Pastor of Worship and Music,
Dr. Todd Stearns, seeks to be like Solomon asking the Lord
for wisdom and knowledge (2 Chronicles 1:10). He also
consults with our lay leaders and pastoral staff.
This year, we will celebrate the 32nd annual Living Christmas Trees. This
long-standing tradition brings name recognition in the community as thousands
have attended and heard the gospel of Jesus Christ. Christmas is the best time
of the year to draw people to a major production, even more than at Easter. I
am grateful for the huge numbers of our people who have served in so many
capacities over the years.
We have tended to adopt the if it aint broke, dont fx it approach to the LCT.
However, Todd and the staff have sensed the fulfllment of Isaiah 43:19: Behold,
I am doing a new thing. We seek a balance between the tried and proven
versus the fresh and new, following neither habit nor impulse, but trusting in
Gods guidance. Beginning next year, we feel led to change the name to Naples
Christmas Spectacular and no longer use the Trees as a primary focus. This
will allow us to have a larger and more professional production, utilizing the
entire stage, a full choir, orchestra, ensembles, drama, choreography, student
and childrens groups, and new technology with lights and audio.
With creativity and fresh vision, we then can have a clean template to work
with in updating, while retaining the most successful parts of past productions.
Instead of people saying, Ive seen that already, they will be offered a new
presentation each year. Backdrops, arrangements of musicians, and staging
will then be able to have great fexibility.
This allows us to recruit younger workers, who have different talents and
involves not just the Sunday morning but also the Saturday evening worship
teams. We will be able to retain more choir members, many of whom do not
feel able to stand for such a long time in such a narrow space. Hopefully, new
people will enlist. Current equipment needs replacing over the next year. We
will have safer places for the singers and the fexibility of moving quickly in case
there are emergencies. Our only desire is to give God glory. May we have living
Christian traditions which refect His wisdom and knowledge.
Churchwide Dr. Hayes Wicker, Senior Pastor
There is a guest reception in the Commons following the Saturday night
worship service. Pastor would love to meet you!
Missions Ministry
Quilting/Sewing Back to Basics
Monday, Sept 22 at 6:30pm in Room WC117
Come quilt and sew with us. If you already know how,
come and fellowship while you work on a project. No
experience, machine, or materials needed as we have
items to be used and shared. Call/text Pam at 272-5583
or email pcole@fbcn.org for details.
Trunk & Treat
Beach Baptism
Sunday, September 28
Have you placed your faith in
Jesus as Lord and Savior and not
yet professed your faith through
believers baptism? This is a perfect
opportunity. For more information,
call Linda at 596-8600 x280.
Christian Used Book Sale
September 20 - 28
There is a Christian used book sale just outside our
Lighthouse Bookstore this weekend and next. We are
selling gently used and new Christian books to beneft our
FBCN Benevolence Fund. Hardbacks $5, Paperbacks $1-
$3, and Bibles $10.
2015 Deacon Nominations
Deadline September 28
Deacon nomination forms are located in the turnstiles in the Commons, Worship
Center foyer, and Fellowship Hallway. Please do not share your nomination with
the nominee as certain criteria must be met. You may place your completed,
confdential form in the offering plate or in one of four tithe and offering drop
boxes located in the Fellowship Hallway (across from WC117), the Commons
(to the left of the Chapel, and one by the Bookstore under the staircase), and
outside the Administration Building (church offce).
Operation Christmas Child
Volunteers Needed
Campaign Begins October 11
If you would like to volunteer for this missions opportunity to
help hurting children around the world without ever having
to leave home, call Jody at 253-0954.
Car Care Needs Volunteers
Our Next Event is October 18
Car Care needs volunteers to service vehicles, park
vehicles, and witness to participants. Sign-up to volunteer
for Car Care at fbcn.org/carcare, or at the Information Desk
in the Commons.
GriefShare
Begins Monday, October 6 at 2:00pm in AD145
This program features biblical, Christ-centered teaching
that focuses on grief topics associated with the death
of a loved one. You will fnd encouragement, comfort,
and help in grieving the death of a spouse, child, parent,
sibling, or another family member or friend. Everything
is strictly confdential. Cost is $15 for materials. For
details, please call Vada at 596-8600 x268. Enter the
church through the church offce.
Discovering First Baptist Church Naples
Monday, October 6 at 6:30pm in DC121
Led by Pastor Hayes Wicker, this dinner seminar is for
those who are new to FBCN, want to become members of
the church, or would like more information about our church
ministries. Please RSVP at 596-8600 x679. Childcare must
be reserved separately by calling 596-8600 x360.
First Baptist Academy
Al Micieli, Sr. Seasonal BLG
Starts Back Saturday, October 4 at 5:00pm in DC121
If you attended Als class last spring, you will defnitely want to come back this
fall as he teaches on How to Defend the Faith. If you havent been to one of
Als classes, this is a perfect time to come and check it out!
Bible & Life Groups
Support Ministry
DivorceCare
Every Saturday at 7:15pm in Room DC113
This class is for anyone who is suffering with the pain of
divorce. For more information, call Rhonda at 596-8600
x261.
Legacy Builders Senior Adults
Annas Tea
Monday, September 29 at 1:30pm in WC117
This is a ministry of the deacons wives to the widows of our
church family. Join us for fellowship and encouragement
from Gods Word. Sign-up in the Fellowship Hallway,
Commons Information Desk, or call Vada at 596-8600
x268.
Missions Luncheon
Sunday, October 5 at 12:20pm in the Commons
Come and hear testimony reports from recent trips to Guatemala and Hungary.
RSVP by October 1 to Sandy at sgraham@fbcn.org or 596-8600 x630.
Florida Baptist Childrens Homes
Informational Class about Foster Care and Adoption
Thursday, October 9 at 6:00pm in Room DC108
If you are interested in learning more about helping the abused, neglected, and
abandoned children in Southwest Florida, please contact Amy at Amy.Roller@
FBCHomes.org or 910-5273 for more information about this class.
Living Christmas Trees 2014
Journey to the Manger
Tickets go on Sale Saturday Morning, October 11
Be watching First Word for more information in the upcoming
weeks.
Big Daddy Weave Concert
Thursday, October 9 at 7:00pm
Also featuring Chris August, Group1Crew, and Dara
MacLean. Tickets are available exclusively at chosentickets.
com. (General admission is $25.00. Groups of 10 or more
are $22.00. All VIP seating is sold out.)
FBA Middle School
The students at FBA Middle School will have an
opportunity to attend the Robotics Lab through their
science class. The students will learn to follow and
complete basic robotic engineering plans in order to
build a working, moving robot. They will also learn to
adapt the basic robotic model to perform various tasks
using sensors of different types.
We Need Your Help!
Friday, October 31 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm
This is our churchs fun and safe alternative to Halloween.
Sign-up to bring your car, boat, or motorcycle (or any
vehicle with wheels) at the Preschool or Childrens
Ministry Rotundas, or call Beverly at 596-8600 x351 for
more information.
Trunk & Treat
Candy Needed
We need candy for our annual Trunk & Treat on Friday,
October 31. Please bring individually wrapped candy
or snacks (that do not have Halloween themes on the
wrappers) and place in designated bins around the
church.
First Baptist Church Naples
3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109
Offce Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Church Receptionist ..................................................................597-6057
Enter ext. # for direct connection ...............................................596-8600
Lighthouse Bookstore ................................................................449-4488
First Baptist Academy Naples ...................................................597-2233
24-Hour Prayer Line .....................................................597-PRAY (7729)
Church Email ..................................................................FBCN@fbcn.org
September 22 - 28
Bob Williamson
&
Tim Wilbanks
If you need assistance, please call
the church deacon hotline
at 800-732-9573.
For Spanish, call 404-7764.
Deacon of the Week
Wednesday Family Meal
Live streaming
Saturday at 6:00pm
and Sunday at 9:30am
at fbcn.org!
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Last Weekend
This Upcoming Week
2013-2014 Operating Revenues
July 1, 2014 - Sept 14, 2014
Budget Actual Variance
$1,358,582 $1,360,490 $1,908
Financial Stewardship
Bible & Life Attendance
September 13 & 14
Saturday Night 1,309
Sunday 9:30 a.m. 1,496
Total 2,805
Wednesday Night Ministries 1,228
Decisions for Christ Worship Attendance
Visit a Bible & Life Group Today...
We Will Help You Find One!
How does a big church feel like a small community? By discovering our Bible
& Life Groups! Bible & Life Groups are people experiencing life-changing Bible
study and engaging in a lifestyle of reaching and serving others for Jesus Christ
with a group of genuine friends. Visit the information desk in the Commons. The
helpful volunteers there can guide you to a Bible & Life Group ftted just for you. See what God is doing!
Debt balance as of Sept 14
$1,219,309
First Time Guests
Welcome to First Baptist Church Naples
We are glad that you came to worship with us. Our worship services are
intended to give praise to God and reveal how Jesus gives hope for all who
call on His name. We hope that you feel at home here! Greeters at the doors
can help with any immediate needs/questions that you may have. Volunteers
at the Information Desk in the Commons are there to assist you in fnding the
perfect Bible & Life Group. Thank you for joining us today! For more detailed
information about our church and ministries, please call Lou at 596-8600 x258.
September 13 & 14
Saturday Night 972
Sunday 8:15 a.m. 115
Sunday 11:00 a.m. 800
Home Groups 203
Total 2,090
Dr. Hayes Wicker Senior Pastor
Beverly Burgoyne Director of Preschool Ministry
Greg Clydesdale Pastor of Middle School Ministry
Miguel Cruz Pastor of Hispanic Ministry
John David Edie Pastor of Discipleship Ministry
Betsy Evans Director of Childrens Ministry
Steve Hayes Pastor of Family Ministry
Dr. David Heath Pastor of Missions
Shannon Moore Director of Womens Ministry
John Patterson Pastor of Media Ministry
Douglas Pigg Executive Pastor
Tom Rider Pastor of Academy Education
Larry Rigley Pastor of Pastoral Care & Senior Adults
Dr. Todd Stearns Pastor of Worship & Music
Kevin Taylor Pastor of Student Ministry
Kevin VanDuser Pastor of SportsOutreach
Eric Yeldell Pastor of Contemporary Worship & Ministry
Find out more about each Pastoral Staff member by going to our website:
www.fbcn.org/staff.
Pastoral Staff
September 24 (4:45-6:00pm in the
Fellowship/Recreation Gym)
Chicken Piccata, Mashed Potatoes,
Vegetable, Salad, Dessert
Tickets may be purchased at the Lighthouse
Cafe or at the door for $6 each or $25 for a
family. Alternate choices available.
Saturday, September 20
5:00 p.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
6:00 p.m. Worship Service: Worship Center
6:00 p.m. Spanish Worship Service: Modulars 1 and 2
7:30 p.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
Sunday, September 21
8:15 a.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
9:00 a.m. Haitian Bible Study & Worship: ED206
9:00 a.m. Vietnamese Worship & Bible Study: DC221
9:30 a.m. Worship Service: Worship Center
10:00 a.m. Romanian Bible Study & Worship: Modular 4
11:00 a.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
12:30 p.m. Spanish Worship Service: Student Center
5:00 p.m. Childrens Choirs & Student Creative Arts Teams
5:00 p.m. Worship Choir Additional Rehearsal: Choir Room
6:00 p.m. Romanian Worship Service: Modular 4
6:30 p.m. Haitian Worship Service: Modular 2
Tuesday, September 23
9:00 a.m. RefresHer Womens Ministry: Worship Center
Wednesday, September 24
4:45 p.m. Family Meal: Fellowship Recreation-Gym
6:20 p.m. AWANA for Kids: Education Building
6:25 p.m. Band of Brothers Mens Ministry: Chapel
6:30 p.m. RefresHer Womens Ministry: Worship Center
6:30 p.m. High School Ministry: Home Groups Off Campus
6:30 p.m. Middle School Ministry: Student Center & Family Life Center
6:30 p.m. Worship Choir Rehearsal: Choir Room
Other events this week include: Sewing/Quilting, Celebrate Recovery
Transfer of Letter
Peggy Randall
Wilbur Randall
Profession of Faith
Joseph Vellucci