nov 21, 2010 houston’s first salvation in christ christmas
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How Can We Help?PrayerWe will pray for these requests for two weeks unless notified or updated. Feel free to leave requests on our 24-hour prayer line at 713.335.6456 or HoustonsFirst.org.
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Pastoral CareAre you experiencing grief, loneliness, illness, job loss or other life difficulties? The Pastoral Care Ministry provides free and confiden-tial help through the Stephen Ministry. Call 713.957.6762 for assistance, or indicate your interests below: ( ) I would like a Stephen Minister to call me.( ) I am interested in serving as a Stephen Minister.
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Houston’s FirstChristmasOrnamentDeck your Christmas tree with Houston’s First! Purchase this limited edition Christmas orna-ment in Corner Books for only $5. Available while supplies last.
Weekly SummaryattendanCe, nOv 21, 2010Sunday Bible Study 3,804Mission Bible Study 981Weekday Bible Study 70total Bible Study 4,855Wednesday MidLink 1,093* There were no Sunday Bible Studies on Sun, Nov 28
GivinG, Week endinG nOv 28, 2010Tithes & Offering $197,534Weekly Requirements $315,839Over/(Under) ($118,305)Designated Gifts $20,131Over/(Under) for Nov ($143,129)Over/(Under) Fiscal YTD ($689,839)
Capital Campaign
Week endinG nOv 28, 2010Total Pledged $25,446,592.77Donations Received $71,767.78tOtal ReCeived $20,244,934
decisions nOv 21, 2010SalvatiOn in CHRiStAbby SprolesFOR BaPtiSMKatie Rohr Sarah Grace WisenerDavid StewartBaPtiZed Jamie Leonard Missy Pennington Anna McLeodFROM OtHeR FellOWSHiPSKatie Cameron Bonnie RhodenDebbie Fincher Stephen Rohr Don Fincher Laura WhiteCathy Madden Britt Wisener Wally Madden Jr Jeff WisenerBillie McCallum Kelli WisenerJerry McGreer Zane Wisener
decisions nOv 28, 2010SalvatiOn in CHRiStAndrea SumFOR BaPtiSMAnn Marie NguyenBaPtiZed Sue Ford Ryan PeeplesFROM OtHeR FellOWSHiPSKatie Bowman Mandy SowellKarina Delafuente Mike SowellAmy Peeples
Births• Bryon and Christy Williams in the birth of their daughter, Gabrielle WilliamsSympathies• Joyce Flott in the death of her sister-in-law, Mary Flott
Over 14,000 tickets have al-ready been sold to Celebra-tion! Performances are this weekend, Dec 9-12, with 2 matinee and 3 evening options. Tickets can be purchased at TheFirstChristmas.org, in Corner Books, at the self-serve kiosk in the Main Foyer, and at 1.888.695.0888. viSit TheFirstChristmas.org for info on this amazing presentation of the spirit, the songs, and the story of Christmas.
Preschool & Children’s MinistriesCandY Cane laneSat, dec 18 @ 10 am-1 pm – ClC, South lot & Oasis RmKids from birth to 5th grade will have a blast as they celebrate Christmas on Candy Cane Lane. Activities include bounce houses, games, rides, candy, crafts, and a live nativity scene! COSt Free! Food available for purchase. COntaCt [email protected], 713.957.7626.
HUB Student MinistryWaCkY taCkY CHRiStMaS PaRtYSun, dec 5 @ 5:30-7:30 pm – Fellowship CtrCalling all 6th-12th graders! Put on your wackiest and tackiest Christmas clothes and bring your friends as we celebrate Christmas together. Also, bring canned goods to donate to the Faith Center Food Pantry. COSt $10. COntaCt [email protected], 713.957.7631.
Summit Young Single adultsMidniGHt in tHe PaRkFri, dec 31 @ 9 pm – Minute Maid ParkRing in the New Year with young single adults from across Houston at Minute Maid Park, home of the Houston Astros. Enjoy a unique setting along with live music, dancing, games, fellowship, and fireworks! COSt $44 by Dec 12, $49 by Dec 30, $59 at the door. ReGiSteR HoustonsFirst.org/NYE2010. COntaCt [email protected].
adults 60+SPeCial HOlidaY POtlUCkthu, dec 16 @ 11 am – Rm 251All adults ages 60+ are invited to celebrate Christmas at a potluck gathering. This will be in place of the regular Thursday Bible study. If you’d like to bring a dish, please
contact Tracie Bowman for details. viSit HoustonsFirst.org/Adults60Plus. COntaCt [email protected], 713.957.7661.
ChurchwideSUndaY BiBle StUdieSGo deeper into God’s Word in Sunday Bible studies, and ex-perience community along the way. Stop by the Welcome Center for help finding a Bible study that’s right for you, or visit HoustonsFirst.org/BibleStudies and explore the options on your own. Here’s some to consider: • The Junction @ 10:45 am – Rm 330
For couples married 3-12 years • In the Beginning @ 10:45 am – Rm 270
For adults ages 49-65 • The Lamp Lighters @ 10:45 am – Rm 251
For adults ages 63-73 • New Chronological Bible Study @ 5:15 pm – Gym (SW
Corner) For single adults ages 25-32, taught by Carl McKenzie and Paula Tong. Begins today!
HiGHPOint BiBle StUdYWed, dec 8 @ 11:30 am - 1010 lamar (lower level) Pastor Gregg Matte will speak at this week’s
downtown Bible study. Lunch begins at 11:30 am and Bible study takes place from 12:10-12:40 pm. COSt $8. COntaCt [email protected], 713.957.6781.
MidniGHt MadneSS Fri, Jan 28, 2011 @ 5:30 pm-MidnightSave the date for the annual Sunday Bible Study Leadership equipping event, Midnight Madness! Whether you currently serve in a SBS or are interested in exploring more
about serving, you will come away with a clear vision, effective strategies, and a renewed passion for seeing lives changed for Christ. Dinner is included. COSt Free! COntaCt [email protected], 713.957.7601.
Summit Young Single adultsEVENING CLASS FREE FAJITA DINNERtoday @ 7:30 pm – Oasis All young single adults are invited to enjoy a free fajita dinner after the 6:30 pm worship service tonight! Learn about the many Summit evening Bible study classes to get involved in, including 2 new ones. COSt Free! COntaCt Melanie Russell at 713.957.7671.
ChurchwideWORld MiSSiOn OFFeRinGNov 2010-Jan 2011The World Mission Offering (WMO) supports 5,000 missionaries serving with the Southern Baptist Convention around the world. Our church’s goal this year is to raise $400,000 in donations given in addition to our regular tithes. To give, use a WMO envelope in the Worship Center and Chapel seatbacks or go online at HoustonsFirst.org/WorldMissionOffering. All donations to the WMO are tax-deductible. COntaCt [email protected], 713.957.5861.
MissionsiSRael SPRinG BReak tRiPMarch 11-20, 2011The HUB student ministry has opened up this Israel trip to everyone! The trip includes a 2-day mission project at the Baptist Village in Jerusalem, visits to Bethlehem, Sea of Galilee, Garden of Gethsemane and more. Sign up today. Only a few spots left! COST $3,550, all inclusive. Continental
OnePass miles can be used. viSit HoustonsFirst.org/HUBMissions to download the brochure. COntaCt Jim and Wanda Jean Hickey at 281.496.1525.
volunteeringVisit HoustonsFirst.org/Volunteer for details about the following opportunities and nearly 100 ways you can serve His Kingdom:
• Grief Share Support (Pastoral Care)COntaCt [email protected]
• Heart 2 Heart (Preschool & kindergarten)COntaCt [email protected]
• Children’s Church Sunday School teachers (the Faith Center) COntaCt [email protected]
• Prayer Ministry team (Prayer, Missions & Connection Center) COntaCt [email protected]
• Flair (Women’s Ministry)COntaCt [email protected]
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dear ChurchFamily & Guests,On Sundays at Houston’s First, we are led in worship through music by hundreds of gifted individuals—vocalists and violinists, bass players and electric guitarists. They dedicate many hours practicing and praying as they prepare to lead us each week.
This weekend, over 15,000 people will experience our outstanding worship ministry during the five performances of Celebration. This musical presentation of “the spirit, the songs and the story” of Christ-mas is more than just Christian entertainment. It is a beauti-ful and spectacular presentation of the Good News of Jesus Christ. Join me in praying for hearts to receive the Greatest Gift ever given during Celebration on December 9-12.
(By the way—if you don’t already have a ticket, you better act fast or find somebody with one to spare! As I write this message on Wednesday only 1,500 tickets are still available!)
Finally, I invite you to come forward at the conclusion of the worship service. Staff members are available to talk with you about becoming a Christian, being baptized, or joining our church—a relevant biblical community.
In Him,
How Can We Pray For You?Share your requests the following ways and we’ll add them to our online prayer database!• Click “Find Help” at HoustonsFirst.org• Text “PRAYFIRST [your name and requests]” to 41411• Call our Prayerline at 713.335.6456• Complete the attached “How Can We Help?” card• Visit the Prayer, Missions & Connection Center
need to Contact Us?To contact HFBC staff, call 713.681.8000 (Mon–Fri, 8 am–4:30 pm) or email [email protected].
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latest news & UpdatesCHRiStMaS POinSettia dOnatiOnSHelp decorate the church this Christmas by donating a poinsettia in honor or memory of someone! Pick up a donation envelope at the Receptionist Desk in the Main Foyer or donate online. viSit HoustonsFirst.org/PoinsettiaDonations to pay online. COntaCt the Worship Ministry at 713.957.5881.
CHRiStMaS eve SeRviCeSJoin us on Christmas Eve, Fri, Dec 24, as we celebrate Christ’s birth with worship through song and a mes-sage from Pastor Gregg. Choose between two identi-cal worship services offered at 5 & 11 pm.
“AT THE WELL” Cd GiFt SetSCD gifts sets of the entire “At The Well” message series are available today in Corner Books for $7. Add one to your library or get one to share with a friend!