Do not equate patriotism with your Christianity. The two are different.

Patriotism is love for and devotion to a country. It is recognizing that our freedoms, rights and privileges have been gained by the toil, sweat, lives, and work of our ancestors. It is recognizing that those who currently serve our nation to protect her are the true heroes of this world. I think that Patriotism is also the desire to see what has begun continue and that it continues in the manner it was intended from the beginning of our nation. I consider myself a patriot, a person still proud to be called an American! Christianity transcends nationality. To be a Christian is to be a follower of the Lord Jesus Christ. As a Christian we are aliens in this world. Our home is in heaven. We can and should be loyal to the land in which we live now, but understand we are only passing through. Christianity shows through in the way we approach our patriotism. As a Christian Patriot, I will pray for those in authority over me, whether I agree with them or not. I will speak more about Jesus than about Politics but I will let my convictions be known through my vote. I will stand for Jesus regardless of the way of the nation or the world. I am FIRST and FOREMOSTLY CHRISTS! Paul Memory verse 7-3-11 John 1:1 In the beginning was the Word and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

Sunday, July 3 Early Worship 8:30 AM Bible Study 9:45 AM Morning Worship 11:00 AM Evening Worship 6:30 PM Monday, July 4 Office Closed Tuesday, July 5 Mens Prayer Breakfast 7:00 AM Property Committee 6:00 PM Wednesday, July 6 Children Activity 9:00 AM Family Supper 6:00 PM Youth Bible Study 7:00 PM Prayer Meeting 7:00 PM Chancel Choir 8:00 PM WEDNESDAY FAMILY NIGHT Mission Committee 8:00 PM

Sunday June 26 Budget Receipts $8,533.60 Budget Needs To Date $487,189.02 Budget Receipts YTD $419,900.54 Receipts Under Budget By $67,288.48 Shell Annex Renovation TD $121,480.92 Bible Study 344 July 6 6:00 PM

Chicken Strips Macaroni & Cheese Green Beans Rolls Dessert

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS BY LETTER Elaine Shiver 176 Douglas Pt Bryan & Angela Shockley 2201 Twin Lakes BY BAPTISM Robert Shockley

EXTENDED SESSION July 3 Billy & Rhonda Walker, Anne Grumbles, Millie Cross, Beth Josey, Virginia Bennett, Josh & Angela Williamson, Jim & Natalee Dozier, Dustin & Tonya Allen, Wendell & Carla Nix. OUR CONDOLENCES TO: *****The Family of Clyde Ingram. *****Carol Inlow in the death of her mother, Martha Jo Williams of Colquitt. *****Mary Collins in the death of her brother, Danny Priest.
First Baptist Church P.O. Box 155 Bainbridge, GA 39818 Phone 229-246-1563 Fax 229-246-8182 Rev. Paul Medley......Pastor Rev. Art Bruce.....Minister of Music/Senior Adults Rev. Earl Barron....Minister of Education/Children Hildy Conder........Summer Youth Intern Clarene Jones....Office Secretary Virginia Smith........Administrative Secretary Email: office@fbcbainbridge.com

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Volume 64 Number 26

The First Baptist

June 29, 2011

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BUZZARD AT A CHURCH ICE CREAM SOCIAL This seems like a strange combination, doesnt it? This is what one of the gracious singers said about herself and her involvement in the combined choirs for our Patriotic Celebration last Sunday evening. In spite of feeling out of place like that buzzard, she expressed her gratitude for the opportunity to be a part of the choir and the celebration. Many others shared their joy and appreciation for the wonderful program. Thanks to each musician, singer, reader and A/V tech who worked so hard making our third annual event a rousing success. We are blessed to be part of a great nation and worship an awesome God! HANDBELLL CONCERT Cast of Bronze, a 17 member handbell ensemble from Dallas, Texas performed at Trinity United Methodist Church , Tallahassee last Monday evening. It was a great, stirring experience. Just ask Rufus & Barbara Powell. Theyll be glad to give you the details. WATERMELON FELLOWSHIP- SUNDAY, JULY 10 Join us for a free watermelon fellowship Sunday night, July 10 after the evening worship time. Bring your bibs and your appetite. Yum! SENIOR ADULT FELLOWSHIP LUNCHEON All Senior Adults are invited to join us as we attend the Associations Quarterly luncheon on Monday, July 11. This is a covered dish event and we usually have great music or a good speaker. First Baptist, Colquitt is the location for the meal and we begin eating at noon. A van will leave our church at 11:15 and you are welcome to join us on board. Art

Junction 56 News All 5th and 6th graders will be traveling to Laguna Beach Christian Resort on July 7-9. The cost for the trip will be $75.00 and includes lodging, transportation, and meals. You probably have noticed the change in the dates and cost. At the time I wrote last weeks article I did not know that the resort had worked out the original plan I had for the kids, which was three days and two nights at Laguna Beach. I apologize for the inconvenience it may have caused. If you plan on participating in this weekend please contact Earl, Tina, Hope, or Judy. There is a $25.00 deposit and the rest is due July 6. No name will be placed on the registration sheet without a deposit. If you have any questions, please contact Earl at 416-7293 or 246-1563. Children Summer Camp Meeting July 10 5:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall If you have a child that will be participating in this years summer camp, you will need to be at this meeting.. We will go over some important information each parent needs to know. Please make sure you put this date and time on your calendars. See you then! 3rd and 4th Grade Boys Trip Atlanta Braves Baseball Game July 7 Depart at 6:30 a.m. Return at approx. 10:00 p.m. Cost is $20.00 per person which includes transportation, lunch, and ticket to the game. The group will be stopping for dinner on the way back so everyone will need monies for dinner and whatever they wish to spend on souvenirs. If anyone has any question please contact Darren Deal or Dwayne Kelly. July 6 July 13 July 20 July 27 Children July Schedule St. Andrew State Park (Snack Lunch, swim suit, towels, change of clothes.) Family Movie Night at Church (SPECIAL FEATURE FILM) No Children Activities Wakulla Day Trip Camp Victory (Summer Camp) Cost $20.00 includes everything!

July 3rdNo SNAC July 5thNo Youth TWOSday July 6th7:00 Bible Study in the basement Wednesday Night Supper Beginning July 6th, the youth are invited to eat in the Fellowship Hall for Wednesday night suppers. The cost is $4.00 a person and reservations MUST be made by Tuesdays at noon. Call the church office to make a reservation. Make a note. Youth are asked not to meet in the basement until 6:30 on Wednesday nights, unless adults are present. Soles4Souls Many of you have donated a pair of gently worn shoes to the Soles4Souls shoe drive. We have collected almost 75 pairs of shoes. Our youth goal is 200 pairs by the end of July. Camp Epic Thirty youth and six adults have traved to Hard Labor Camp in Rutledge, Georgia this week for praise and worship in the great outdoors. While experiencing Gods presence, they will be without internet and airconditioning! Please pray that God will provide safe travels and that He will bless those who participate.