First Word

First Baptist Church Naples

August 1 & 2, 2009

Sunday, August 9
Night of Praise
6:00 p.m. in the Chapel
This special night of praise will feature our Worship Choir and
Orchestra. Invite a friend and join us for this special night of
worship as we present our favorite songs from this past season.

Dedication of the New Athletic Field

7:30 p.m.
4HG -- For His Glory!
After the special Night of Praise, join us over on the brand new
athletic field as we have a special time of dedication 4HG!
 Little Lambs...Big Impact
When Jesus re-commissioned Peter after His resurrection and
Peter’s denial, He told him in John 21 to feed His “little lambs”
and later to feed “the sheep.” Every worker in our Bible & Life
Group has that call as they love, feed, and care for our little
lambs in the Preschool and Children’s Ministries. They can
make a difference in the 21st century just as they did in the first.
Of course, shepherds come in all sizes, ages, and genders. As
a father and grandfather, I can attest to the value and the peace of mind knowing
that my kids are in good and godly hands. We cannot do the rest of our ministry
without our preschool workers and their support of young families.

We have a unique need because of the economy and resulting relocation of nine
workers on Saturday evening and eleven on Sunday morning. On August 29th
and 30th, promotion to the next age grade will occur. We desperately need folks
who will minister on a weekly basis in order to open classes for babies through
kindergarten. Please call our Preschool Director, Miss Beverly Day, at the church
office 596-8600 ext. 360.

Miss Henrietta Mears is one of the most famous Sunday School workers in history.
At five, she was led to the Lord by her mother, and at ten she and her little cousin
called themselves, “the willing workers.” She reached out to her friends even
though she was suffering from rheumatoid arthritis. Even as a child she gave away
Bibles and witnessed on the streets. Most importantly, she asked the Lord to fill
her with His Spirit and use her.

At twelve, Henrietta began to invest her time in teaching “Sunday School” classes.
She continued to invest in others and eventually moved to Hollywood, California
to teach at First Presbyterian Church. Over the years, she became one of God’s
greatest instruments to impact lives, including Billy Graham, Bill Bright (Founder
of Campus Crusade for Christ), Richard Halverson (Chaplain of the U.S. Senate),
and the Hollywood Christian Group (an extensive ministry to those in the movie
industry). She formed Gospel Light Publications, which produced discipleship
literature for world-wide ministry. She was not ordained but anointed and appointed
for service by her Lord for His sheep. Happiness is not in what you get but in what
you give. We are praying that some will heed the call to invest in little “lambs.”
Though Jews brought lambs for sacrifice to the temple, Jesus as the ultimate “Lamb
of God” has died and rose. The animal was an unwilling sacrifice, but you have a
choice. The joy and the impact are worth the sacrifice.

Guest Reception
There is a guest reception in the Commons immediately following the Saturday night
and Sunday morning worship services. Come and meet Dr. Wicker.
 Missions Spotlight
Protected Harbor

Visit Protected Harbor’s mission kiosk this weekend and see the home
God is providing for developmentally disabled adults...His special peo-
ple.

Give a helping hand for the first residence through our “Step Up and
Step Out” fundraiser. You can be a part of His plans by purchasing an
engraved brick which will form the floor of the home’s lanai. The pav-
ers will be permanent memorials to you, your loved ones, a special
occasion, or a meaningful scripture reference. Samples of the pavers
can be seen at Protected Harbor’s kiosk this weekend. Just Step Up
and Step Out.

Living Christmas Trees

Drama Auditions
Saturday, August 22 & Sunday, August 23

Drama auditions for the 2009 Living Christmas Trees are coming
in August. You may pick up your packet this weekend in the
Commons. For more details, please call the music office at 596-
8600 x226. All ages are needed.
 Experiencing

GOD
Every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. in the Worship Center,
Men’s Ministry and Women’s Ministry meet together
around tables organized by Bible and Life Group.
Workbooks are on sale in the Lighthouse Bookstore.

Janet’s Summer
Reading Club
Ladies, once again this year, join us for a precious time of book discussion with
our Senior Pastor’s wife, Janet Wicker. This year promises to be even more
exciting and rewarding than last year. All books are available in our bookstore.
Light refreshments will be served at all meetings.
August 25 at 7:00 p.m. in the Commons
“Five Conversations You Must Have With Your
Daughter” by Vicki Courtney
This brand-new book has been selected to help moms who are
desperately trying to talk with their daughters about sensitive
issues in a godly way. It will cause you to focus on helping your
daughters understand that they are more than what people see on
the outside and they do not need to grow up so fast. You will learn
how to dare your daughter to be virtuous.
Janet is happy to announce that Karen Head will be joining her
for the last session of our Reading Club on August 25. We have
added the book “Your Boy: Raising a Godly Son in an Ungodly
World” also by Vicki Courtney. This book will do for moms
of boys what the other book “Five Conversations You Must
Have With Your Daughter” will accomplish for moms of girls.
Because both their needs are unique, we will discuss these books
in separate groups that night. As you parent and guide a young boy to become
a young godly man, this additional book will encourage you, challenge you,
and help your son avoid the pitfalls of cultural pressures. See the Lighthouse
Bookstore to purchase this book, and add it to your summer reading schedule.
 Happy Anniversary to the Following Church Staff Members
Rhonda Wright Executive Ministry Assistant 10 years
Roy Fisher Associate Pastor/Pastoral Care 8 years
Ron Langford Premises Keeper 5 years
Luis Rodriguez Operations Technician 5 years
Ronald Scammon Director of Safety & Security 5 years
Amalia Morales Premises Keeper 4 years
Katia Espinosa Premises Keeper 3 years
Camy Ostinvil Premises Keeper 2 years
Mark Tucker AVL Manager/Web 1 year

Happy Anniversary to the Following FBA Staff Members

Diana Vanderhoff Elementary Ministry Assistant 14 years
Cindy Case Finance/Human Resources Director 13 years
Lisa Anderson Teacher-Kindergarten 11 years
Jill Barnes FBA Teacher 8 years
April LeMay Executive Ministry Assistant 8 years
Lani Mastrangelo Teacher-Music/Strings 7 years
Marcus Rodriguez Teacher-Middle School/FBA Camp Director 7 years
Sandra Maciques PreK Aide & Extended Care Lead Teacher 6 years
Lynne Mansfield Teacher-Art 6 years
Cindy Murphy High School Ministry Assistant 6 years
Priscilla Hamilton Teacher-Elementary 5 years
Joanna Jones Teacher-Elementary 5 years
Rhonda Sistrunk FBA Aide 5 years
Nancy Wilbanks Teacher-Elementary 4 years
Tim Wilbanks Teacher-Middle School 4 years
Mary Works Teacher-Elementary 4 years
Jason Crain Teacher-High School 3 years
Deanna Emerson FBA Aide 3 years
Lori Kantner Teacher-Middle School 3 years
Jennifer Lines Teacher-Math 3 years
Marilou Mastrangelo Resource Teacher 3 years
Janet Davison Teacher 2 years
Jan Gonzalez Security Information & Reception 2 years
Rob Kantner Bible & Technology Teacher 2 years
Nancy Malik Kindergarten Teacher 2 years
Alan Moon Band Teacher 2 years
Jennifer Sessions Science Teacher 2 years
Jennifer Devin Art Teacher 1 year
Shaliece Hall P.E. Teacher 1 year
Rachel Kannensohn Teacher 1 year
Melissa Lane Teacher 1 year
Karen McIntyre Office Staff Substitute 1 year
Amanda McLean Teacher 1 year
Tammie Mihet Teacher 1 year
Jenny Nichols Teacher 1 year
 Important Announcements
Worshipful Atmosphere
It is our desire that Jesus be the focus in our worship services. Therefore, in
consideration of others desiring to worship with limited distraction, we ask each
person to do the following:
- Please turn your cell phone off or set to vibrate.
- Please remain in the worship center (except in the case of
emergency) once you have entered to worship.
- Should your child become unsettled or noisy during the
worship service, please take your little one to the Fellowship
Hallway or preschool ministry area in the Education
Building where you can comfortably watch the service
on a television monitor.
Thank you for helping us maintain a worshipful atmosphere for everyone!
Invest Your Life
Invest your life in something that will outlive you! Teachers and
assistants are needed to serve with young children starting the end of
August on Wednesday nights, Saturday nights, and Sunday mornings.
You will have fun and make a difference in the lives of children
and their families. For more information, please call Beverly in the
Preschool Office at 596-8600 x351.
KidzTown
Attention all KIDS!!!! Have we got a great worship experience
for you in KidzTown Worship today!!! This week we will be
continuing our “Shipwrecked” theme as we worship the Lord
together “Kidz Style.” We will be looking at how our attitudes
make a difference as we look into the lives of Paul and Silas
while they were in prison. KidzTown Worship is exclusively for all children from
1st through 3rd grades (2008-2009). It starts promptly at 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays and
9:30 a.m. on Sundays and is located in DC120. KidzTown Worship is followed by
an exciting hour of small group time in our KidzTown Neighborhood (BLG). You will
not want to miss one moment unless, of course, you are allergic to fun!!!!
Apples of Gold
Applesauce Meeting: Friday, August 7 at 6:30 p.m. in
WC117. This is an invitation for all alumni and women
wishing to know more about the Apples of Gold mentoring
program. We will get together over light refreshments for a
time of sharing and information for our fall classes. It would
be great if all interested in attending in the fall would make an
effort to spend this time with us. Please contact Yvonne Fisher
with any questions at (239) 354-8185.
Family Death
If an immediate family member passes away, please call Vada at 596-8600
x268 and give her the information. This information will then be placed in
First Word the following weekend.
 Online Giving is Available
Online giving is available on the First Baptist Church website at
www.fbcn.org. On the home page, click on “Online Giving” and
follow the instructions to make contributions to FBCN and FBA.
The Finance Office will be glad to assist you at 596-8600 x255 for
Carmen (FBCN) and x256 for Cindy (FBA).

Celebrating a 50th, 60th, or 70th Anniversary?

Please call Vada at 596-8600 x268 to give her the date of your 50th, 60th,
or 70th wedding anniversary to be announced in First Word.
Personal Contact Information Update
Has your email address changed recently? Have you just moved?
Did you change jobs or cell phone numbers? We would like to
update our records. Please send personal contact updates to
changes@fbcn.org or call 596-8600 x463.

Planning on Getting Married?

The Marriage Savers program will help you have a healthy marriage
and will enhance your relationship. It is a requirement here at FBCN
and involves a premarital inventory and a mentor couple who will meet with you for
six sessions. Please contact Pastor Roy Fisher at 596-8600 x265 for an appointment.
Parents of Preschoolers
The weekend of August 29 and 30 will be “Promotion Weekend” when
your child will move up to their new class for the 2009-2010 school year.
Parents of Kindergartners
On Saturday and Sunday, September 12 & 13, we will be hosting a
“Kindergarten Bible Presentation” event for your child. Dr. Wicker and
Miss Beverly will present each child with their own NIV Discoverer’s Bible
during both worship services. Please make your reservation no later than September
2nd by calling the Preschool Office at 596-8600 x360.
Christian Business Owners and Professionals
Go to www.cbopnaples.com to join and/or to look for
Christian businessmen and women you can contact for
needed goods and services. We have plumbers, accountants,
realtors, cleaning services, doctors, photographers, insurance
agents, general contractors, handyman services, tile contractors, air conditioning
contractors, landscapers, and a whole lot more! And it is expanding everyday!
First Baptist Church Naples Garden Club
The purpose of the Garden Club is to glorify God by beautifying our
church campus, thereby ministering to our church family and to the
Naples community. Garden Club meetings are for anyone interested in
learning to garden in our SW Florida climate, and everyone experienced
in garden planning and maintenance. Our next meeting is Sunday,
August 9 at 12:30 p.m. in the Commons (1st floor by the lobby
stair case). We will accept new ideas, donations to purchase flowers, and schedule
volunteers for watering our container gardens. Refreshments will be served.
 FBCN Employment Positions Available
First Baptist Church Naples is currently accepting applications for
a Manager of the Lighthouse Bookstore. Qualifications for this
position include retail experience in point of sale knowledge and strong
computer skills. Multi-tasking and people skills are required. Qualified
candidates for this position may go online to www.fbcn.org to retrieve an application
to print, complete, sign, and forward to the Human Resources office. Applications are
also available at the church office Monday-Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Homebound Ministry
We are thankful to the Lord for those who visit and minister to our
homebound people, week by week, month by month. We refer to our
members as “C.I.A.” (Christians in Action). This is a vital ministry.
One day, we may be in that same situation and it means so much to
those who are visited that FBCN lovingly cares for them. Should you
have an interest in this ministry, please contact Pastor Roy Fisher at
596-8600 x265 for more information.
Blood Drive
Our next blood drive will be Wednesday, August 5 in the FBCN
parking lot. The times are from 1:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. For more
information, or to set up a specific time to give blood, please call Karen
at 513-7665.
Holding on to H.O.P.E.
(Helping Others through Pregnancy Encouragement)
This new ministry offers Christ-centered support and
encouragement to married women who are struggling with
the pain of infertility challenges, including primary and
secondary infertility, pregnancy loss, early infant death, and adoption loss. This group
of women will meet monthly for a time of prayer, discussion, and encouragement from
God’s Word and other Christian supplemental materials. If you find yourself in need
of H.O.P.E., please join us on Thursday, August 13 in the Discipleship Center,
Room DC108 at 6:30 p.m. For more information, please contact Sue Gonzalez at
sgonzalez@fbalions.org or call the Women’s Ministry office at 596-8600 x241.

DivorceCare groups meet every Thursday beginning August 27 from

6:30-8:00 p.m. in DC107. Call 596-8600 ext. 242 for more information.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, August 1
6:00 p.m. Worship Service/Worship Center
6:00 p.m. KidzTown Children’s Worship/DC120
6:00 p.m. Hispanic Worship Service/Chapel
7:30 p.m. Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus
Sunday, August 2
8:15 a.m. Bible and Life Group for 60+/DC107
9:30 a.m. Worship Service/Worship Center
9:30 a.m. KidzTown Children’s Worship/DC120
10:00 a.m. Romanian Bible Study and Worship/Modulars 3 & 4
10:00 a.m. Vietnamese Bible Study and Worship/DC220
11:00 a.m. Bible and Life Groups for All Ages/Various Rooms on Campus
12:30 p.m. Hispanic Worship Service/Student Center
5:00 p.m. Romanian Baptist Mission/Modulars 3 & 4
Tuesday, August 4
7:00 p.m. The Vine College & Career Service/Student Center
Wednesday, August 5
1:30 p.m. Blood Drive/FBCN Parking Lot
4:45 p.m. Wednesday Night Family Meal/Gym
6:20 p.m. Wacky Wednesdays Children’s Ministry/DC120
6:30 p.m. Combined Men’s & Women’s Ministries “Experiencing God”/WC
6:30 p.m. Middle School Ministry/Gym
6:30 p.m. High School Ministry/Student Center
6:30 p.m. Worship Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room
7:00 p.m. Hispanic Bible Study/Modulars 2, 3, and 4
8:00 p.m. Worship Orchestra Rehearsal/Worship Center
Thursday, August 6
6:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery/Student Center
Friday, August 7
6:30 p.m. Applesauce Meeting/WC117

Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered recovery
program for overcoming hurts, habits, and hang-ups. We
meet on Thursday nights at 6:00 p.m. in the Student
Center. Celebrate Recovery has groups for both men
and women dealing with alcohol/chemical dependency,
codependency, sexual addiction, and eating disorders. For
more information, please call Alicia at 596-8600 x264.
Last Weekend
Decisions For Christ Worship Attendance
Membership by July 25 & 26
Profession of Faith Letter
Randy Herrig Saturday Night Total 995
Mike Sutton
Jack L. Baldwin Bobbi Sutton Sunday Morning 1,553
Baptisms Total 2,548
Devin, Kyle, Bryce Dewitt
Stacey Flynn Statement of Faith
Michael Flynn Trish Baldwin
Rose Rochasse Bible & Life Attendance
July 25 & 26
Financial Stewardship Saturday Night 759
2008-2009 Operating Revenues Sunday 8:15 a.m. 13
July 1, 2009 - July 26, 2009 Sunday 11:00 a.m. 730
Home Groups 98
Budget Actual Variance
Total 1,600
$457,282 $430,823 -$26,459

Next Week
Deacon of the Week
July 27 - August 2
John Spoto & Roger Sparling
If you need assistance, please call the church
deacon hotline at 800-732-9573.
For Spanish, call 601-6051.
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.

Wednesday Family Meal

Spaghetti, Vegetable, Salad, Dinner Roll, Dessert
Advance tickets may be purchased in the Lighthouse Cafe at any time for $4.50,
or $18 for a family of 5 or more. At the door it is $5.50 each, or $22 for a family.
The alternate meal is a choice of pizza or hamburger.

Bookstore Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday & Thursday 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 12:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday Closed
Saturday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Cafe’s Summer Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m./4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday Closed
Saturday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sermon Notes
 Did you miss last weekend’s worship service
and wish you had some way to view it?
Are you seasonal and wish you could be part of
our worship services while you are up north?
You are just one click away from being able to watch
all of our previous worship services
24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It’s easy!
Just go to...
www.fbcntv.com
and then simply click on the worship service you wish to watch (either the
previous Saturday night or Sunday morning). If you prefer to watch one
from previous weeks, just go to the tab on the left column that says "past
services" and then click the service you wish to view. It’s that simple!

Pastoral Staff
Dr. Hayes Wicker....................................................................................................... Senior Pastor
Miguel Cruz.....................................................................................Hispanic Congregation Pastor
Greg Davidson....................................................... ......Associate Pastor/Evangelism & Discipleship
Beverly Day................................................................................... Director of Preschool Ministry
Nathan Dooley.......................................................................Associate Pastor/High School Ministry
Dr. Roy Fisher................................................................................ Associate Pastor/Pastoral Care
Nathan Gaddis....................................................................................................Worship Associate
Steve Hayes....................................................................... Associate Pastor/Single Adult Ministry
Forrest Head...............................................................................................Senior Associate Pastor
Jim Hill........................................................................ Director of Single Parent Family Ministry
Lewis Howard......................................................................................Associate Pastor/Education
Shannon Moore............................................................................... Director of Women’s Ministry
Doug Pigg...................................................................Associate Pastor of Church Administration
Tom Rider..........................................................................Associate Pastor/School Administrator
Larry Rigley......................................................................... Associate Pastor/Children’s Ministry
Dr. Todd F. Stearns................................................................Associate Pastor/Worship and Music
Kevin Van Duser........................................................... Associate Pastor/Middle School Ministry

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