a publication of First Baptist Church of Augusta

3500 Walton WayAugusta, GA 30909

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InterpretertheFebruary 21, 2018

February 28, 2018MENU

Toasted Pecan ColeslawBiscuits with Butter & Jelly

Honey Glazed HamPineapple & Cheddar Casserole

Stone Ground Yellow GritsGreen BeansCarrot Cake

Children’s Menu Chicken Tenders & Fries

PB & J SandwichesFresh Fruit

8:30 AM Contemporary Worship

Mission Activities Center

Wednesday Supper 5 PMCost:$7 for adults;

$3.50 for children 12 and under. Carry outs are $7.50 each.

Call 733-2236 for reservations.

SUNDAY WORSHIPFEBRUARY 25, 2018

9:40-10:40 AM Bible Study All Ages

5 PM

“Holy Interruptions:A Tribe for Other Tribes”

Genesis 12:1-4Will Dyer

11 AM Traditional Worship/Sanctuary

First Thoughts

Furman Singers in 11:00 a.m. Worship Sunday, March 4thFURMAN SINGERS are recognized as one of America’s premier collegiate choirs, touring annually throughout the East and Southeast United States, performing for churches and schools and other public functions. We are so very fortunate they have chosen to include FBC in their Spring 2018 Tour.HUGH FERGUSON FLOYD is Professor of Music at Furman University and director of the renowned Furman Singers. He has the honor to be the first recipient of the Bingham L. Vick, Jr. and Judith S. Vick Professorship in Music. Prior to his appointment at Furman, Dr. Floyd served as the Director of Choral Studies at the Oberlin Conservatory of Music. He also served as Director of Choral Activities and voice instructor at the famed Interlochen Center for the Arts, and a guest lecturer at the Eastman School of Music and Yale University.CHARLES BOYD TOMPKINS is University Organist and Professor of Music at Furman University. A nationally acclaimed performer and teacher, Tompkins has presented recitals and workshops at churches and universities throughout the United States and in Europe (including recent performances in Germany, Italy, and France, the latter at the Cathedral of Notre Dame, Paris). We are privileged to have Dr. Tompkins participating in our service this Sunday.

Church, This morning I woke up feeling old. My calves are aching and my back is tight. I am no longer a teenager. I know this because, last night, I played basketball with some of the youth in our church in the much anticipated parents vs. kids game for the fifteen and under boys teams. While I assumed that I would still be able to run up and down the court full of energy and stamina, I found that after a few trips, my lungs were on fire and I was struggling to catch my breath. I am only thirty-four years old! It is strange feeling awakening to the reality that I am no longer able to run as quickly and play sports as well as I have in ages past. I lay in bed last night and I made a resolution to be in better shape this year!

While my muscles are sore and I realize that I am out of shape, those are not the primary lessons that I took away from last night. What I will remember about my first basketball game at FBC Augusta are the friendships and the fun that I experienced with those guys and gals. Most importantly, I will remember what Roger Tom said to the guys after the game. Sitting around tables and eating pepperoni pizza, I listened as Roger let these young men know why he gives his time and his energy to coach two different teams. What he told them is a lesson that we could all stand to learn….

“This season I talked about defense, boxing out, and different plays because I wanted you to be successful on the court. But guys, what I really want is for you to be successful in life. I want you to take seriously your faith journey and your walk with Jesus. I wanted us to have a good season on the court, but I really want you to be successful in life.”

I want to say thank you to Roger, David Giles, Josh Pinson, Les Powell and the countless other men and women who take the time to coach our young men and women. The gift you give to our kids is remarkable. You give your energy. You show them what positivity looks like in action. But most importantly, you give them the love of Jesus Christ. Today, I give thanks to God for each one of you. Grace and Peace, Will

SENIOR ADULT MINISTRYComputers @ FirstA community ministry of First Baptist Church of Augusta

No cost! Register with Tommy Payne @ 706-312-0909 or email tpayne@fbcaugusta.org. All classes held in Walton 101 C & D (Adult Computer Lab). MARCH classes are: iPhone/iPad Tips & Tricks - March 1, 9:30-11:30 AM; Intro to Windows 10 - March 7, 2-4 PM; Facebook Basics - March 20, 9:30-11:30 AM; Labels, Envelopes & Mail Merge - March 21, 2-4 PM; Manage iPhone/iPad Photos - March 27, 9:30-11:30 AM; Cloud File Storage & Sharing - March 29, 9:30-11:30 AM.

SINGLE ADULT MINISTRY

March Singles & Friends Lunch Sunday, March 4. RSVP no later than 12 noon Friday, March 2 to Anita Aguirre atnitaaguirre44@yahoo.com or 706-399-0507.

Sons of Jubal at First Baptist Church Statesboro Thursday, March 15th

Seeing if there is enough interest to charter a bus to Statesboro for the concert. Cost of trip would be around $50 per person.

Church Wide News & Opportunities

MISSION OPPORTUNITIES

If you would like to receive your copy of The Interpreter via email each week instead of “snail mail”, please send your email address to

Luci Worthington at lworthington@fbcaugusta.org. Each week, several hundred folks receive their newsletter via email. This helps the Church with the cost of printing and postage.

Church ConferenceSunday, March 4

6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall

The following date in 2018 is available for Sanctuary flower placement: December 30

Contact Page Blount at 803 426-1568 or pageblount@comcast.net

MUSIC MINISTRY

SOUTH DAKOTA MISSION TRIPJoin the South Dakota Mission trip this year leaving June 16 and returning June 23. An information meeting will be Wednesday, February 21, 5:30 in the Fellowship Hall, room 3,or you can email Joy Fiske at joyfiske@comcast.net.

Notice of Special Matter to be brought before the Church in Conference at the meeting scheduled March 4, 2018.The TV Ministry Committee brings forth a recommendation that $162,094.70 ($133,994.70 for equipment, $14,700.00 for operating costs and $13,400.00 for project contingency), to come from existing Church funds, as approved by Trustees and Finance Committee, to upgrade TV equipment and to provide internet streaming capabilities. Coupled with this motion will be a change of broadcast venue to provide a better quality and more reliable service.Information pertaining to the motion is available by contacting the church office and asking for Cyndi Busby.

Sacred Music Scholarship Applications Accepted Through April 1st

The Sacred Music Scholarship is an endowment intended to assist music students at bachelor or graduate levels to prepare for a career calling in sacred music or a related career. The candidate must be an active member of First Baptist Church and must complete an application to be considered. After the applications are received the Music Committee will make the determination of how many scholarships (if any) will be awarded and the amount of the award. Scholarship applications are available in the Church Music Office. Please email your completed application to Kurt Wachtel at kwachtel@fbcaugusta.org - mail to the church marked to his attention, or drop it by at the reception desk. All completed applications must be received by April 1, 2018.

Magnolia Plantation & Gardens, Charleston, SC Tuesday, March 27th

Founded in 1676 by the Drayton family, Magnolia Plantation has survived the centuries and witnessed the history of our nation unfold before it from the American Revolution through the Civil War and beyond. It is the oldest public gardens in America, opening its doors to visitors in 1870 to view the thousands of beautiful flowers and plants in its famous gardens. Trip includes: transportation, admission to Gardens, Nature Tram tour, Audubon Swamp Garden tour, Magnolia Plantation House tour and lunch. Cost: $100 per person

Please help us update our church records in order for you to receive the latest information and news! Many of you have changed email addresses, home and cell phone numbers, etc. Call the Church Office (733-2236) to make any changes!

PRESCHOOL AND CHILDREN

Memorials & Honorarium

PRAYER MINISTRY“The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” James 5:16 Please join us for First Sunday Prayer on March 4 in the Daniel Building, Room 203, for our monthly time of prayer.

STUDENT MINISTRY

ACTIVITIES

Winter Olympics Mother/Son Fun!Friday March 2, 2018

6:00-8:00 pm in the Fellowship HallFor Mothers, Grandmothers, Aunts, or Special Friends and

their boys grades 1st-5th. $10.00 per person. Register by contacting Leah Galey (lgaley@fbcaugusta.org

or 706-733-2236)

Sweet Memories Father/Daughter Dancing Fun!Saturday March 3, 2018

6:00-8:00 pm in the Fellowship HallFor Fathers, Grandfathers, Uncles, or Special Friends and their girls grades 1st-5th. $10.00 per person. Register by contacting Leah Galey

(lgaley@fbcaugusta.org or 706-733-2236)

Kennedy Scholarship application! Application deadline for those graduating high school is March 15. Contact the Student Office or visit our web site.

Softball sign up for men’s and ladies’ teams is going on now. Games begin March 14. Contact George Berry for more information. 706-836-9783 or gberry@fbcaugusta.org

As you begin to thaw out ...THINK GREENYouth PLANT SELL coming mid March !!

More info coming soon ...

March 18 - 25

MUSIC MEMORIALMr. Jack LamDoris M. Lam

It’s Eggstravaganza Prep Time!We are STILL stuffing eggs. Please come by the Children’s Ministry office in the main building and pick up a bag or two of eggs and candy! We need them stuffed by March 18th.We are signing up for our Greeters, Food Service, Story Station Leaders, Egg Hiders, Craft Leaders, and Inflatable Helpers. Please contact Leah Galey lgaley@fbcaugusta.org or 706-733-2236 ext. 216 to sign up for this fun community event. DEBT RETIREMENT

MEMORIALS Mildred Louise Malone

Mrs. Patsy RayAnn & Carl Faulk

Linda FaulkTom Dozier

Anna Kim & Larry FletcherFaye Plank

Mrs. Virginia AdamsAnna Kim & Larry Fletcher

Mr. David WarrLibby & Doug Engler

Mr. & Mrs. Harold G. Johnston

Mr. Robert MahonyAnna H. Tripp

Mrs. Sarah AllenBonnie Smith Black

BENEVOLENCE MEMORIALS

Mr. David WarrMrs. Gloria Patrick

Robb HawesBud Wardlaw

Mildred Louise MaloneMr. & Mrs. Robert Scaggs

MISSIONS MINISTRY MEMORIAL

Mildred Louise MaloneMrs. Gloria Patrick

MISSIONS MINISTRY HONORARIUM

David CrewsMrs. Gloria Patrick

First Baptist Church of AugustaThe Interpreter - Issue 30 (USPS 191-880) is published weekly except Masters’ week, July 4th week, Thanksgiving week, & Christmas weekby First Baptist Church, 3500 Walton Way, Augusta, Georgia 30909

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WORSHIPCARE

VOLUNTEERSFEBRUARY 25, 2018

Pastoral Ministry Will Dyer, Senior PastorJim Walls, Associate Pastor R. J. Robinson, Pastor Emeritus

Music MinistryKurt Wachtel, Minister of Music Dan Gaudinier Minister of Contemporary WorshipClaudia Moller, Children’s Choirs Coordinator

Faith Development MinistryPatti Fowler, Minister of Weekday Education Melissa Willis, Minister to Preschool & ChildrenLori McPherson, Nursery Coordinator Paul Moller, Director of Senior Adult Ministry

Operations Ministry Kelly Rose, Church Administrator

Interpreter ContactLuci Worthington lworthington@fbcaugusta.org

Minister On Call706-832-2944

8:30 AM: Ruth Crews, Alison Witherington, Courtney & Kurt WorthingtonHostess: Alison Witherington11 AM: Bok Bemis, Catherine & Paul Bloodworth, Max & Kay Knight

Giving ReportFebruary 18, 2018

Weekly Requirements ........................$58,455Budget-Building Receipts...................$36,562Budget-Building to Date...................$307,555Budget-Bldg Requirements...............$409,

Weekly Church Calendar February 25 - March 3, 2018

Sunday, February 25 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship, MAC 9:40 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional Worship, Sanctuary Vietnamese Worship, MAC 2:00 p.m. Chinese Sunday School, Daniel Building 4:30 p.m. Youth Ensemble, Choir Room 5:30 p.m. Youth Events, MAC

Monday, February 26 9:00 a.m. Helping Hands, Arts & Crafts Room Weekday Education Program10:30 a.m. Lucy Wright Parker Group, FH, Room 1 5:00 p.m. BSF, Sanctuary/Daniel Building 5:30 p.m. Kirkringers, D-201

Tuesday, February 27 6:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study, MAC Grill 9:00 a.m. Weekday Education Program Benevolence, MAC 9:30 a.m. Facebook Basics, Computer Lab11:45 a.m. Faith @ Work, Fellowship Hall 6:00 p.m. Music Committee, Conference Room

Wednesday, February 28 7:00 a.m. Men’s Prayer Breakfast, MAC Arts & Crafts 9:00 a.m. Ladies’ Bible Study Leadership, D-203 Weekday Education Program 9:30 a.m. English As a Second Language, Adult Bldg. Ladies Bible Study, D-20312:00 p.m. Ladies International Bible Study, A-105 2:00 p.m. Working with Folders/Files, Computer Lab 5:00 p.m. Family Supper, Fellowship Hall 5:30 p.m. Children’s Handbells, D-203 Honduras Mission Team, Conference Rm. 6:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study, Storey Chapel Orchestra Rehearsal, D-201 Men’s Bible Study, A-205 Student Programs, MAC Children’s Choirs 6:45 p.m. Children’s Missions 7:00 p.m. Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal, Choir Room Thursday, March 1 9:00 a.m. Weekday Education Program10:00 a.m. First Family Singers, Choir Room 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Prayer Group Dinner, FH

Friday, March 2 7:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study, MAC Grill 9:00 a.m. Weekday Education Program 6:00 p.m. Mother/Son Social, Fellowship Hall

Saturday, March 3 6:20 a.m. BSF Leadership, Daniel Building 6:00 p.m. Father/Daughter Social, Fellowship Hall

Dan Gaudinier February 24 & 25

Television Broadcast ChannelsThe following are broadcast channels carry our services: Comcast channel 383

WOW channel 169Atlantic Broadband channel 245

SUNDAY: Romans 7; 1 Samuel 16; Psalm 61MONDAY: Romans 8; 1 Samuel 17:1-54; Ps 62 TUESDAY: Rom 9:1-29; 1 Sm 17:55-18:30; Ps 63WEDNESDAY: Rom 9:30-10:21; 1 Sam 19; Ps 64THURSDAY: Romans 11:1-24; 1 Sam 20; Ps 65FRIDAY: Romans 11:25-36; 1 Sam 21-22; Ps 66SATURDAY: Romans 12; 1 Samuel 23-24; Ps 67

Prayer Text Ministry

Jerusha Whitaker February 19, 2018