Dr.

Hayes Wicker, Senior Pastor

Finding the Fountain at Safety Harbor
I was greatly blessed this summer to spend a small amount
of time at both high school and middle school camps, which
were held at Clearwater Christian College. Since the living
quarters there were older, I thought it wise that I stay at a
nearby hotel in a fresher, newer room. I often struggle with
allergies and did not want to lose my voice while speaking
to the students! The hotel turned out to be historical and
beautiful on the bay at Safety Harbor. Ponce de Leon had
supposedly landed in that area hundreds of years ago
looking for The Fountain of Youth. He discovered mineral
springs which seemed like healing waters. Of course, it was better to soak in it
than swallow it and it certainly did not deliver eternal youthfulness.
When God promises, He delivers. He has offered us eternal life in Christ, as
well as abundant life through Him in this world. A Christian is truly blessed in
the here and hereafter, particularly when we become a part of the family of God
in the local church, which is truly a harbor of serenity and security in a stormy
world.
Water Baptism is our own unique fountain as believers as we are immersed
picturing the death, burial, and resurrection of Christ. We also picture our
death to the old life and resurrection to the new (Romans 6:3, 4). We walk
in newness of life. We urge you to follow the Lord in believers baptism in
our Beach Worship experience on September 20. The beautiful Gulf and the
private beach are a perfect setting to identify with Christs Body and obey His
command. That is where I get to personally baptize any who wish for me to; I
rejoice when our other pastors get that privilege.
If you would like to learn more about the safe harbor of First Baptist Church,
I urge you to attend the Discovery Dinner on Monday, September 14. This is
always an outstanding time for the staff and me to share our vision, philosophy,
doctrine, and many other things as you get to know us and other leaders in
the church. New members and prospective members are invited to sail into
our harbor and dock. I hope that you will enjoy feasting on the abundance
of Gods house and drinking from the river of His delights, for with Him is the
fountain of life (Psalm 36:8, 9).
Since our world suffers from such a lack of safety and security, we have an
open door to offer Christ to our community. We must undergird our ministry
and undertake to cry out to God for America with prayer (2 Chronicles 7:14).
I urge you to attend an All-church Prayer Meeting at 5:00 pm this Sunday
evening (September 13) in the Chapel. Many of you have talked about the
moral mess in America, now lets do something about it. The prayer meeting
will be followed by a training session for all of those involved in helping with the
new 11:00 Worship Service, beginning September 27. Of course, all things
must be proceeded and permeated with prayer. Unless the Lord watches over
the city, the watchman stays awake in vain (Psalm 127:1).
*There is a guest reception in the Commons following the Saturday night and
Sunday morning worship services. Pastor would love to meet you!

Welcome to First Baptist Church Naples

We are so glad you joined us for worship! Greeters at the doors can help with
any immediate needs you may have. Volunteers at the Connection Point in the
Commons can assist you in finding the perfect Bible & Life Group. For more
information about our church and ministries, please call Linda at 596-8600 x280.

Prayer Meeting

A Call to Prayer

This Sunday, September 13 at 5:00pm in the Chapel

Join us for a special time as we gather as a church family

to pray. Led by our Pastor and staff, we will seek the Lord
together and ask Him to move mightily in and through us to
bring revival as we commit the rest of this year to Him.

Churchwide
New 11:00am Worship Service in the Chapel
Begins Sunday, Sept 27 at 11:00am

Our Pastors and staff feel that God is calling us to create a

new service that will further help us reach people who prefer
worship on Sunday mornings in a casual environment with
a modern sound. Please pray with us as we prepare for this
new service. Ask God to reveal who you can invite to join
you in worship, whichever service you attend.

New 9:30am Bible and Life Groups

Beginning Sunday, September 27

In order to facilitate our new Sunday 11:00am Worship Service in the Chapel,
these seven new BLGs will begin at 9:30am:
20s Young Married Telly/Alicia Alvarez

Room DC113

20s and 30s Chad/Shannon Moore

Room DC112

30s and 40s Terry Cole/Joe Bare

Room DC114

30s and 40s Paul Horne/Troy Baker

Room DC109

40s + Stephen Spaner

Room DC108

40s + Roy Shoots

Room DC110

Kingdom Parenting Tom Rider Room WC117

(This is a BLOCK BLG -- it only meets for 10 weeks)

2016 Deacon Nominations

Deadline October 4

Deacon nomination forms are located in the turnstiles in the

Commons, church foyer, and Fellowship Hallway. Please do
not share your nomination with the nominee as certain criteria
must be met. You may place your completed, confidential
form 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
reception office).

Those Considering Membership

Discovering First Baptist Church Naples

This Monday, September 14 at 6:30pm in DC121

Led by Pastor Hayes Wicker and the pastoral staff, this

dinner seminar is for those who are new to FBCN, want
to become a member of the church, or would like more
information about our ministries. Please RSVP at 5968600 x679. Childcare is available, but needs to be reserved
separately by calling 596-8600 x360.

Beach Baptism

Next Sunday, September 20

(Meet at 1:00pm in the Fellowship Hallway)

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, or to register,
please call Linda at 596-8600 x280.

Marriage Seminar

Weekend to Remember 2015

BOGO Pricing Until This Monday, September 14

What stage of married life are you in? Every year brings
new challenges and ways for you to grow and learn. This
seminar is for all couples, newlyweds to empty nesters, at
the Hyatt Regency Resort at Coconut Point. Your marriage
is worth it! Visit familylife.com/weekendtoremember2015
and use the FBCN group code FBCNMarriageMentors.

Missions Ministry

Al & Janie Winterman Mission Trip

Ireland and Romania

They will be gone September 7-27 with Child Evangelism

Fellowship visiting various Good News Ministries, as well
as gypsy villages, an orphanage, and a school ministry that
participates in Good News Clubs. Please be praying for them.

Foster Care and Adoption Information

An information meeting will be held on Thursday, September 17

at 6:00pm. Orientation is scheduled for Tuesday, September 29
at 6:00pm. Our 10-week foster parent training class begins on
Tuesday, October 6 at 6:00pm. For more information, please call
Yohana at 239-850-4335.

Divorce Care

Begins Saturday, Sept 12 at 7:15pm in Room DC113

Someone you know is hurting as a result of divorce. Tell him/her

about our next session of Divorce Care starting soon. For more
information, please call Rhonda at 596-8600 x261.

GriefShare

Begins Sunday, Sept 13 at 10:45am in Room DC107

This 13-week class is a grief support group that features biblical

concepts for healing from the loss of a loved one after his/her
death. To register, or for details, please call 596-8600 x350.

Back to Basics: Quilting & Sewing

Monday, Sept 14 at 6:30pm in Room WC117

We are looking for a few more pairs of sharp scissors, cotton

fabric, and light-weight batting. If you have any of these items
you would like to donate, please drop them off at the church
office (attention Pam). Whether you are a beginner or an expert,
you are welcome to join us. This past spring, we were able to
send 31 quilts to children in an orphanage in Guatemala. If you
join us, you can help us work on a new group project, or work on
a project of your own. For more information, contact Pam Cole
at pcole@fbcn.org or 272-5583.

Financial Peace University

Begins Tuesday, Sept 15 at 6:30pm in Room DC108

This Dave Ramsey course will teach you how to get out of
debt, save money, and find financial peace. For details, email
fbcnfinancialpeaceuniversity@gmail.com. To register, go to
www.daveramsey.com/findaclass.

Surrendering the Secret

Begins Tuesday, Sept 15 at 7:00pm

Abortion can be the most traumatic experience in a womans life.

This is a powerful eight-week study that helps hurting women
find the path to healing. You will be encouraged and supported
as you allow God into rooms of your heart that might have been
sealed for too long. Its time to heal. All you need is to be willing.
To begin your healing journey, contact Cindy at sts@fbcn.org or
596-8600 x284. All inquiries confidential.

New Believers Class - Foundations 101

Begins Saturday, Sept 19 at 7:30pm in Room DC112

If you are a new believer in Jesus Christ, or just want to learn

more about the basics of the Christian faith, this is the class for
you! No need to sign-up, just join us beginning September 19 for
this eight week class. For more information, please call Linda at
596-8600 x280.

Absent from the Body, Present with the Lord

Rick Schoenian passed away on August 31. We express our

sympathy to his family.

Last Weekend
Worship Attendance

Decisions for Christ

September 5 & 6

Baptisms
Ethan Hull
Ashton Taylor

Saturday Night
Sunday 9:30 a.m.
Total

1,094
1,372
2,466

Wednesday Evening

1,384

Choir Rehearsal Information

Our Sunday seasonal choir rehearsal begins on Sept 27 at 5pm

in the Choir Room. This is a great rehearsal option for those of
you who participate in Band of Brothers, RefresHer, AWANA, or
Student Ministry leadership on Wednesday nights. This rehearsal
will continue until the Easter season. Our normal rehearsals are
Wednesday nights from 6:30-8:00pm. We invite you to come
make His praise glorious with us! We need more choir members.
All student and childrens choirs kickoff on Sunday, Oct 4 at 5pm.

For Those in Your 20s

Financial Stewardship

Bible & Life Attendance

September 5 & 6

2015-2016 Operating Revenues

July 1, 2015 - September 6, 2015
Budget
Actual Variance

$1,285,000

Saturday Night
Sunday 8:15 a.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m.
Home Groups
Total

$1,178,357 ($106,643)

Kingdom Missions Offering

YTD through September 6
Pledges
Received
$343,488
$296,109

633
73
762
201
1,669

If you need assistance, please call

the church deacon hotline
at 800-732-9573.

Weekly Schedule

Wednesday Family Meal

September 16 (4:45-6:00 p.m. in the

Fellowship/Recreation Gym)
Beef Tips with Noodles,
Veggie, Salad, and 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 12

6:00 p.m. Worship Service: Worship Center

7:30 p.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus

Sunday, September 13
8:15 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.

Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus

Haitian Bible Study & Worship: ED206
Vietnamese Worship & Bible Study: DC221
Worship Service: Worship Center
Spanish Worship Service: Family Life Center
Romanian Bible Study & Worship: Modular 4
Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
Romanian Worship Service: Modular 4
Haitian Worship Service: ED206

Tuesday, September 15

9:00 a.m. RefresHer Womens Bible Study: Worship Center

Wednesday, September 16
4:45 p.m.
6:20 p.m.
6:25 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.

Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)

Begins Thursday, Sept 17 at 9:15pm in Worship Center

If you havent registered online, you need to do so as childcare

spots are limited and filling up fast. To register, or for more
information, visit us online at fbcn.org/mops.

New Block BLG Taught by Tom Rider

This Upcoming Week

Deacon of the Week
September 14 - 20
Tim Roettele
&
Keith Rinker

Join us for our monthly Night of Worship on Tuesday, Sept 15

at 6:30pm in the Student Center. Tuesday night small groups
launch on Sept 22 as we pursue deeper community, time in
Gods Word, and depth of discipleship.

Family Meal: Fellowship Recreation-Gym

AWANA for Kids: Education Building
Band of Brothers Mens Bible Study: Chapel
RefresHer Womens Bible Study: Worship Center
High School Ministry: Student Center Cafe (to go to Home Groups)
Middle School Ministry: Student Center
Worship Choir Rehearsal: Choir Room

Other events this week include: Call to Prayer in Chapel, Discovering FBCN,
Back to Basics, College Night of Worship, MOPS, Celebrate Recovery

Ten Weeks Beginning Sept 26 & 27

Tom Rider (Pastor of Academy Education) will be teaching a

class entitled Kingdom Parenting. All parents are invited to
attend. The class will be offered on Saturday nights (beginning
Sept 26) at 7:30pm in Room DC121 and on Sunday mornings
(beginning Sept 27) at 9:30am in Room WC117.

New Seasonal BLG taught by Al Micieli, Sr.

Begins Saturday, October 3 at 5pm in Room DC111

Bible prophecy makes up one fourth of the written Word of God.

Thus, it is imperative that any serious study of scripture must
include a proper understanding of this important area of Gods
Word. From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible is filled with over
1,000 predictive prophecies. About half of these have already
been fulfilled, indicating that the other half have yet to be fulfilled.
Come join us as we explore Bible prophecy.

Ways to Connect Online with FBCN

You can be part of FBCNs worship services no matter

where you are. Simply go to fbcn.org every Saturday at
6:00pm or Sunday at 9:30am for our live streaming.

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First Baptist Church Naples

3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109

Office 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