October 2017 November 2017
CALENDAR Wednesday, November 1 Women’s Bible Study 8:30am Children’s Choir 5:00pm Choir, iKids, Youth Midweek 6:00pm Saturday, November 4 Man Day (Students) 12:00pm Wednesday, November 8 Women’s Bible Study 8:30am Children’s Choir 5:00pm Choir, iKids, Youth Midweek 6:00pm Friday, November 10 Veterans Lunch 11:30am Sunday, November 12 Church Conference 12:00pm
Tuesday, November 14 EPIC Men’s Prayer 6:45am Wednesday, November 15 Women’s Bible Study 8:30am Children’s Choir 5:00pm Choir, iKids, Youth Midweek 6:00pm Saturday, November 18 Family Service Day 10:00am Tuesday, November 28 EPIC Men’s Prayer 6:45am Wednesday, November 29 Women’s Bible Study 8:30am Children’s Choir 5:00pm Choir, iKids, Youth Midweek 6:00pm
MEETINGS
Sunday, November 5 ALT 2:00pm First Students (Parents) 6:00pm (Finger Food Potluck) Sunday, November 12 Church Conference 12:00pm Deacons 2:00pm (room 259) COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Plan on bringing the family to enjoy the Monticello Christmas parade on Tuesday, November 28th? We would love for you to join us by gathering at the FBC nursery drive-through at 5:30pm, as we love on and serve our community a little hot cocoa, apple cider, and Christmas cheer!
November 2017 October 2017 First Baptist Church
CHURCH CONFERENCE 12:00 - 1:30pm / November 12 Mark your calendars and please plan to attend our next church conference, Sunday, November 12th, immediately following the service. We’ll come together for a potluck-style meal, including turkey, ham, and rolls. We ask that you bring yourself, your family, and your favorite holiday side dish and dessert! We’ll provide an update on all of the wonderful things happening at First Baptist Church as we head into the Christmas season and new year. We hope you will plan to join us! 2018 PROPOSED BUDGET AND Q&A SESSIONS The 2018 proposed budget is currently being developed and will be available in common areas of the church beginning Sunday, November 26th. You are invited to attend one of two budget Q&A sessions that will be offered early next month. The first Q&A session will be Sunday, December 3rd at 5pm; the second session will be held Wednesday, December 6th at 12pm. READ THROUGH THE BIBLE IN 2018
LADIES BIBLE STUDY 8:30am Fellowship / 9am Study A new, 6-session Ladies Community Bible study series begins Wednesday, November 1st in the old fellowship hall. The study, titled The Quest , is from Beth Moore and explores how God created us to seek after Him. Books will be available for purchase.
Fbcmonticello.com 870-367-3449 413 N. Main Monticello, AR
Bible reading is a significant factor that contributes to our growth in godliness. However, according to research recently conducted by Lifeway Christian Resources, 80% of Christians have never read through the entire Bible for themselves. Many who claim to be people of God’s Word are largely unfamiliar with it.
In 2018, we’re going to read through the Bible, together, as a church. To help us, we’ll follow a chronological plan developed by George Guthrie in Reader’s Guide to the Bible. Guthrie’s book provides brief commentary for each section of reading, as well as questions at the end of each week that would be beneficial for small group discussion. While the books cost $13-15 online, we’re able to provide it for a discounted price of $10. You can purchase your copy in our church office during the week, as well as on Sunday morning. Imagine what would happen if we all read through the Bible together this next year! Plan to join us on January 1st as we make 2018 the year of the Bible!
CHILDREN
FIRST STUDENTS Midweek
Operation Christmas Child
Wednesday Nights / 6:00-7:30pm / Youth Room Man Day / November 4 / 6:00-7:30pm / $20 Students in grades 6-12 will meet at the church at 12pm and then travel to the Delta Outdoor Resort Center in McGehee for a skeet shoot! Cost is $20. Sign-up in the youth room or online. A signed waiver will be required for all participants. Hippies & Hipsters / November 8 / 6:00-7:30pm / Youth Room Grab your slouchy beanies or your bell-bottoms—First Students will host “Hippies & Hipsters” night, Wednesday, November 8th during midweek. Whether you were into midweek before it became so mainstream, or peace and love are more your thing, dress up in your favorite hippie or hipster attire and join in on the fun—prize for best costume! Sunday Night Small Groups / 6:00-7:30pm / Teachers’ Homes *No small groups Sunday, November 5th due to parent meeting Middle School Boys (6-8 grade) High School co-ed (9-12 grade) Matt and Allison Burch's house Paige Chase's house 169 Old Hwy 13 Monticello, AR 119 Hutchinson Monticello, AR Taught by Rick Marshall & Scott Lane Taught by Jonathan Dillard Middle School Girls (6-8 grade) Steven and Angie Price's house 520 West Wood Monticello, AR Taught by Angie Price, Lisa Vaughn, and Madisyn Chase
High School co-ed (9-12 grade) Brittney Harrison's house 946 N. Chester Monticello, Ar Taught by Pastor Kevin Henry
FBC Kids will continue to collect donations for Operation Christmas Child through November 15th. Drop off donations at the church office or pick up a box to pack at home. For more information, contact Pastor Kevin. Family Serve Day / November 18 / 10am - 2pm Families with kids of all ages are invited to serve the church and our community by putting together and praying over boxes for Operation Christmas Child. We will also be serving some of our church widows and people in need by providing assistance with fall yard clean-up. This is a great opportunity for families to show love and go on mission together. Please sign up outside Pastor Kevin’s office or online so we will know how many families to expect that day. Lunch will be provided. iKids—New Series: The Way He Came Beginning in November, we will be looking at the glorious coming of Jesus into the world and the word becoming flesh among us. This is the last series for the year and the last rotation of the semester for our study classes as well. We hope your kids will be here to worship with us!
VETERANS LUNCH SR. ADULTS
ADULT MIDWEEK
Singing Christmas Tree
Fellowship Hall / 12pm / $4
Sr. Adults will travel to Belleview Baptist Church in Memphis December 11th-13th to attend a presentation of the Singing Christmas Tree.
Did you know we have a midweek meal, prayer time, and devotional for adults of all ages all in an hour?
Cost is $165 per person, which includes a ticket and lodging in a double-occupancy room. Sign up outside of the choir room and reserve your spot by paying a deposit of $75.
Join us every Wednesday at noon for food and fellowship, followed by a time of prayer and a short devotional from Pastor Will. *We will not meet November 22nd due to it being a holiday week
First Baptist Church would like to invite all veterans and their families to a BBQ lunch in appreciation of their service to our country. Please join us Friday, November 10th at 11:30am in the gym at 413 N. Main Street. POINSETTIAS
GIFTS GIVEN
$15 / November 26th Deadline Honor loved ones or friends with a poinsettia this Christmas season. Order by placing money in a regular blue offering envelope and writing “Poinsettia,” along with the name of the honoree, on the envelope.
In memory of Harry Crossett In honor of Ryan & Misty Morgan
Tuesday, November 14 EPIC Men’s Prayer 6:45am Wednesday, November 15 Women’s Bible Study 8:30am Children’s Choir 5:00pm Choir, iKids, Youth Midweek 6:00pm Saturday, November 18 Family Service Day 10:00am Tuesday, November 28 EPIC Men’s Prayer 6:45am Wednesday, November 29 Women’s Bible Study 8:30am Children’s Choir 5:00pm Choir, iKids, Youth Midweek 6:00pm
MEETINGS
Sunday, November 5 ALT 2:00pm First Students (Parents) 6:00pm (Finger Food Potluck) Sunday, November 12 Church Conference 12:00pm Deacons 2:00pm (room 259) COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Plan on bringing the family to enjoy the Monticello Christmas parade on Tuesday, November 28th? We would love for you to join us by gathering at the FBC nursery drive-through at 5:30pm, as we love on and serve our community a little hot cocoa, apple cider, and Christmas cheer!
November 2017 October 2017 First Baptist Church
CHURCH CONFERENCE 12:00 - 1:30pm / November 12 Mark your calendars and please plan to attend our next church conference, Sunday, November 12th, immediately following the service. We’ll come together for a potluck-style meal, including turkey, ham, and rolls. We ask that you bring yourself, your family, and your favorite holiday side dish and dessert! We’ll provide an update on all of the wonderful things happening at First Baptist Church as we head into the Christmas season and new year. We hope you will plan to join us! 2018 PROPOSED BUDGET AND Q&A SESSIONS The 2018 proposed budget is currently being developed and will be available in common areas of the church beginning Sunday, November 26th. You are invited to attend one of two budget Q&A sessions that will be offered early next month. The first Q&A session will be Sunday, December 3rd at 5pm; the second session will be held Wednesday, December 6th at 12pm. READ THROUGH THE BIBLE IN 2018
LADIES BIBLE STUDY 8:30am Fellowship / 9am Study A new, 6-session Ladies Community Bible study series begins Wednesday, November 1st in the old fellowship hall. The study, titled The Quest , is from Beth Moore and explores how God created us to seek after Him. Books will be available for purchase.
Fbcmonticello.com 870-367-3449 413 N. Main Monticello, AR
Bible reading is a significant factor that contributes to our growth in godliness. However, according to research recently conducted by Lifeway Christian Resources, 80% of Christians have never read through the entire Bible for themselves. Many who claim to be people of God’s Word are largely unfamiliar with it.
In 2018, we’re going to read through the Bible, together, as a church. To help us, we’ll follow a chronological plan developed by George Guthrie in Reader’s Guide to the Bible. Guthrie’s book provides brief commentary for each section of reading, as well as questions at the end of each week that would be beneficial for small group discussion. While the books cost $13-15 online, we’re able to provide it for a discounted price of $10. You can purchase your copy in our church office during the week, as well as on Sunday morning. Imagine what would happen if we all read through the Bible together this next year! Plan to join us on January 1st as we make 2018 the year of the Bible!
CHILDREN
FIRST STUDENTS Midweek
Operation Christmas Child
Wednesday Nights / 6:00-7:30pm / Youth Room Man Day / November 4 / 6:00-7:30pm / $20 Students in grades 6-12 will meet at the church at 12pm and then travel to the Delta Outdoor Resort Center in McGehee for a skeet shoot! Cost is $20. Sign-up in the youth room or online. A signed waiver will be required for all participants. Hippies & Hipsters / November 8 / 6:00-7:30pm / Youth Room Grab your slouchy beanies or your bell-bottoms—First Students will host “Hippies & Hipsters” night, Wednesday, November 8th during midweek. Whether you were into midweek before it became so mainstream, or peace and love are more your thing, dress up in your favorite hippie or hipster attire and join in on the fun—prize for best costume! Sunday Night Small Groups / 6:00-7:30pm / Teachers’ Homes *No small groups Sunday, November 5th due to parent meeting Middle School Boys (6-8 grade) High School co-ed (9-12 grade) Matt and Allison Burch's house Paige Chase's house 169 Old Hwy 13 Monticello, AR 119 Hutchinson Monticello, AR Taught by Rick Marshall & Scott Lane Taught by Jonathan Dillard Middle School Girls (6-8 grade) Steven and Angie Price's house 520 West Wood Monticello, AR Taught by Angie Price, Lisa Vaughn, and Madisyn Chase
High School co-ed (9-12 grade) Brittney Harrison's house 946 N. Chester Monticello, Ar Taught by Pastor Kevin Henry
FBC Kids will continue to collect donations for Operation Christmas Child through November 15th. Drop off donations at the church office or pick up a box to pack at home. For more information, contact Pastor Kevin. Family Serve Day / November 18 / 10am - 2pm Families with kids of all ages are invited to serve the church and our community by putting together and praying over boxes for Operation Christmas Child. We will also be serving some of our church widows and people in need by providing assistance with fall yard clean-up. This is a great opportunity for families to show love and go on mission together. Please sign up outside Pastor Kevin’s office or online so we will know how many families to expect that day. Lunch will be provided. iKids—New Series: The Way He Came Beginning in November, we will be looking at the glorious coming of Jesus into the world and the word becoming flesh among us. This is the last series for the year and the last rotation of the semester for our study classes as well. We hope your kids will be here to worship with us!
VETERANS LUNCH SR. ADULTS
ADULT MIDWEEK
Singing Christmas Tree
Fellowship Hall / 12pm / $4
Sr. Adults will travel to Belleview Baptist Church in Memphis December 11th-13th to attend a presentation of the Singing Christmas Tree.
Did you know we have a midweek meal, prayer time, and devotional for adults of all ages all in an hour?
Cost is $165 per person, which includes a ticket and lodging in a double-occupancy room. Sign up outside of the choir room and reserve your spot by paying a deposit of $75.
Join us every Wednesday at noon for food and fellowship, followed by a time of prayer and a short devotional from Pastor Will. *We will not meet November 22nd due to it being a holiday week
First Baptist Church would like to invite all veterans and their families to a BBQ lunch in appreciation of their service to our country. Please join us Friday, November 10th at 11:30am in the gym at 413 N. Main Street. POINSETTIAS
GIFTS GIVEN
$15 / November 26th Deadline Honor loved ones or friends with a poinsettia this Christmas season. Order by placing money in a regular blue offering envelope and writing “Poinsettia,” along with the name of the honoree, on the envelope.
In memory of Harry Crossett In honor of Ryan & Misty Morgan
