First Baptist Church Naples

Not Budging or Fudging on Budgets

We are all aware that our nation could be extremely close to financial collapse. We have forgotten the warnings of President George Washington, To contract new debts is not the way to pay for old ones. Another founding father, James Madison, said: I go on the principle that a public debt is a public curse. Though Thomas Jefferson did not claim to be a Christian, he echoed the teaching of the Bible in saying, Neither the representatives of a nation, nor the whole nation itself assembled, can validly engage debts beyond what they may pay in their own time. Of course, God said it long before them: The wicked borrows and does not repay (Psalm 37:21). We know about pork-barrel spending, special interest groups, corrupt executives, government-induced dependency through federal programs, deficit spending, and bailouts and stimulus bills. We have become one nation under greed rather than under God. Unemployment, mortgage foreclosures, excessive borrowing from Communist governments, and social engineering have brought us to the brink. There was the $700 billion of TARP, then the $787 billion stimulus bill, then the $410 billion omnibus spending bill (with 9,000 earmarks), then $634 billion which would be required for a down payment for universal health care as promoted by the administration, and on and on. People once believed that the love of money is the root of all evil (1 Timothy 6:10), but now people agree with George Bernard Shaw that The lack of money is the root of all evil. I could say a great deal more about our national situation, however, our church is voting this weekend on the 2011 - 2012 General Operating Budget, which remains static at the last two years level of spending. We have broken even in the midst of a deep recession; I thank God for His goodness and for your generosity. Our staff has held down expenditures for several years in unprecedented ways. When staff have left, we have often not replaced them unless it was absolutely necessary. We have combined ministry positions as much as possible for a long period of time. We have conserved energy and costs in an unprecedented manner. We continue to steadily whittle down our overall capital debt of the Phase 2 building complex to $9,665,470. We are committed to not spend beyond our receipts over any period of time and to carefully track giving patterns. We have always been and will continue to be honest and open about needs. We want greater involvement in missions and growth in our ministries. Pray that we will receive the weekly resources for ongoing cash flow, and that debts will be quickly paid. Fiscal discipline must begin in our families. As Randy Alcorn in his excellent book, The Treasure Principle, wrote: It is a matter of basic physics. The greater the mass, the greater the core that mass exerts. The more things we own the greater their total mass, the more they grip us, setting us in orbit around them. Giving helps us escape the gravity of possessions, entering a new orbit around our treasures in Heaven. Blast off!

Guest Reception
There is a guest reception in the Commons immediately following the Saturday night and Sunday morning service. Come and meet Dr. Wicker.

Summer Adult Bible Study

(by Chip Ingram)

Living on the Edge

Every Wednesday 6:30 p.m. in the Worship Center

Join us this Wednesday evening as we study Romans 12:9-13 and learn How to Experience Authentic Community. Beginning July 20, we launch into our second Summer Study, Doing the Right Thing. This study will explore the ethical and moral breakdown that is assaulting our culture.

Please go to www.fbcn.org and click on the SERVE icon to see opportunities where YOU can SERVE the Lord right here at FBCN!
For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand so that we would walk in them. Ephesians 2:10

In the Missions Kiosk this Weekend

Good News Club is a weekly after school program that is a fun and exciting way for school children to gather to learn about God. This past year our church had five teams that met at Pelican Marsh, Osceola, Lake Park, Big Cypress and Sabal Palm Elementary. Presenting Bible stories, teaching Bible Memory verses, singing songs, reading missionary stories, playing Bible review games, praying, and sharing snacks are just some of the ways our dedicated volunteers share Gods love with the children each week. Through these lessons, the children will learn Biblical principles, moral values, character qualities, and respect for authority. Central to the Club is the sharing of the Good News of Jesus Christ. Many Bibles have been given out and children have prayed to receive Jesus as their Savior. As a result of receiving an invitation at GNC, they and their families have begun to attend our church. We look forward to inviting children from GNC to our VBS and other childrens ministries that take place on our campus.

Good News Clubs

Specific prayer requests for the clubs would be:

volunteers to share Gods love with the children extra teams to go into new schools for salvation for the children and their families children to grow in the knowledge of the Word for the children to invite their friends at school to the club

Kidz Summer Quest

We had a bamboo adventure this past week at KSQ as we learned that God is wild about us. There were over 430 children in 1st-4th grade that attended with more than 150 volunteers helping them discover how much God loves them. We had the opportunity to pray with 54 children who decided to follow Jesus with their lives and got to share the salvation message with many more. Our mission project was to raise money to cover half of the expense of new playground equipment for the children at the Malnutrition Center in Guatemala. Due to the generosity of our children and volunteers, we actually raised over $6,000.00 which completely covered the cost for the playground. A GREAT BIG THANK YOU to all of the volunteers who gave of their time for children in Collier County to know Jesus. Words cannot say enough to show our appreciation for your hearts of service to our Lord. The Childrens Ministry Department

Discussion To Be Led By Shannon Moore

Five

Conversations
You Must Have With

Your Son
By Vickie Courtney

High School Summer Camp July 26-31

Lookout Mountain, GA
Register NOW online at www.fbcn.org
For more information go to www.fbcn.org or call 449-4480

In Sympathy
Sue Cox passed away on June 20, 2011. We express our sympathy to her husband, Pat, and the rest of the family.

New Arrivals
Sienna Italia Vacondios was born on May 3, 2011 weighing 6 lbs, 8 oz and measuring 20 inches long. Proud parents are Matt & Michelle, and big brother is Noah. Jenna Grace Simpson was born on June 13, 2011 weighing 6 lbs, 8 oz and measuring 19 inches long. Proud parents are Chad & Danielle, and big sister is Natalie.

The Peace Maker

This biblical guide to resolving personal conflict describes powerful biblical principles which are helpful for everything from simple personal offenses to family and marital conflicts, church divisions, business and employment disputes, and complicated lawsuits. This is an eight week small group study taught by David George on Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. in DC115. All ages welcome.

Employment Opportunity
The Worship and Music Ministry is announcing an opening for the position of Ministry Assistant to the Associate Pastor for Worship and Music. It is beneficial that candidates for this position have a general knowledge of music. This individual should be heart-deep in the life of First Baptist Church Naples and will work closely with the Associate Pastor for Worship and Music, especially for rehearsals and weekend worship services. Interested candidates should contact the Human Resources office at 596-8600 x244.

Help us Provide Shoes & Socks for Children in Guatemala

Bring socks and new or very-gently-used childrens shoes (sizes to fit infants through 6 years) to the preschool kiosk in the Education Building. Our team to Guatemala will deliver the shoes and socks to the Childrens Malnutrition Center in August. Please call 596-8600 x360 for more information.

Saturday, June 25
6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m.

Upcoming Events
Worship Service/Worship Center KidzTown Childrens Worship/DC120 Hispanic Worship Service/Chapel Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus Worship Service/Worship Center KidzTown Childrens Worship/DC120 Romanian Baptist/Modulars 3 & 4/SC117 Vietnamese Bible Study and Worship/DC220 Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus Hispanic Worship Service/Student Center Romanian Baptist Congregation/Modulars 3 & 4 Family Meal/Fellowship Recreation-Gym (ends at 6pm) Wacky Wednesday Childrens Ministry/DC120 Summer Adult Bible Study/Worship Center High School Ministry/Student Center Middle School Ministry/Family Life Center-Gym Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room Orchestra Rehearsal/Worship Center Celebrate Recovery/DC121

Sunday, June 26
8:15 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. 4:45 p.m. 6:20 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday, June 29

Thursday, June 30

Immokalee Backyard Bible Clubs

We are hosting various Backyard Bible Clubs in Immokalee near the end of July. We need to collect backpacks and other school supplies to take with us and give to these needy children. Beginning next weekend, there will be bins in the Fellowship Hallway and the Commons for you to put your donated items in. Please help us give to the most poverished county in the state, and shine the light of Jesus into these precious souls! Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Mark 10:14

Last Weekend
Decisions For Christ
Dual Membership Dan & Sherry Bouchillon

Worship Attendance
June 18 & 19
Saturday Night Sunday Morning Total 1,025 1,462 2,487

Financial Stewardship
July 1, 2010 - June 19, 2011 Budget Actual $7,388,299 $7,410,004

Bible & Life Attendance

June 18 & 19
Saturday Night Sunday 8:15 Sunday 11:00 Home Groups 759 65 661 119

2010-2011 Operating Revenues

Debt balance as of June 19 $9,665,470

Next Week
Deacon of the Week
If you need assistance, please call the church deacon hotline at 800-732-9573. For Spanish, call 601-6051.

Tickets may be purchased at the Lighthouse Cafe during regular business hours or at the door for $6.00 each or $25.00 for a family (immediate family residing in home).
Alternate choices include grilled chicken breast, hamburger, pizza, or a grilled foot long hot dog.

Meal for June 29 (4:45 p.m.-6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Recreation-Gym) Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Vegetable, Salad, and a Dessert

Cafe Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Wednesday Saturday Sunday Closed 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Closed 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m.. - 1:00 p.m.

Bookstore Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Wednesday Friday Saturday Sunday

Variance $21,705

Total

1,604

Dr. Wicker on the Radio

You can hear Dr. Wicker every day at 1:00 p.m. on 91.5 Kingdom FM WJYO. Dr. Wicker is also on WSOR 90.9 FM at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday evenings, and on Praise FM 89.5 at 1:30 p.m. Sunday afternoons.

Gene Hoff & Peter Hone

June 27 - July 3

Wednesday Family Meal

Sermon Notes

Gods Word is more than just a list of suggestions and rules for your life. In fact, you can never be truly happy without it. This week, be looking for ways that God will enrich your life as a result of His Word. Sunday - Psalm 119:9-16 / Monday - Psalm 119:17-24 Tuesday - Psalm 119:25-32 / Wednesday - Psalm 119:33-40 Thursday - Psalm 119:41-48 / Friday - Psalm 119:49-56 Saturday - Psalm 119:57-64

Pastoral Staff
Dr. Hayes Wicker ................................................................................................ Senior Pastor Miguel Cruz ............................................................................. Hispanic Congregation Pastor Beverly Day ............................................................................ Director of Preschool Ministry Justin Faircloth ....................................................... Associate Pastor/Middle School Ministry Steve Hayes...................................................................Associate Pastor/Biblical Counseling Forrest Head ....................................................................................... Senior Associate Pastor Jim Hill................................................................................Director of Single Adult Ministry Lewis Howard .............................................................................. Associate Pastor/Education Don Ingle ......................................................................................Director of Mens Ministry Shannon Moore ........................................................................Director of Womens Ministry John Patterson..................................................................Associate Pastor/Media & Technology Doug Pigg ............................................................Associate Pastor of Church Administration Tom Rider .................................................................. Associate Pastor/School Administrator Larry Rigley .................................................................. Associate Pastor/Childrens Ministry Dr. Todd F. Stearns ........................................................ Associate Pastor/Worship and Music Kevin Taylor ..............................................................Associate Pastor/High School Ministry Kevin Van Duser .................................................................Associate Pastor/Sports Outreach

First Baptist Church Naples

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 Church Website.........................................................................................................www.fbcn.org

3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109 Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.