Today is Veterans Day.

This is the day to thank those who have served in our armed forces and to pray for and support those currently serving. Several members of our congregation are in the Reserves or on Active Duty. We thank each of these and those who have served. Take time today to speak to each of our veterans. I am writing this article before the election results are in. I do not know who has won or lost. But this I do know, the Bible is specific in telling us to pray for those who lead us. 1 Timothy 2:1-2 I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone-- for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness. (NIV) The time to pray for our nation and leaders is not just prior to an election, but always, everyday. I hope you are praying continually for this great nation and those who lead it. I hope you have prayed for the worship services today. Paul

Sunday November 4, 2012 Budget Receipts $27,749.78 Budget Needs To Date $751,974.00 Budget Receipts YTD $729,684.63 Receipts Under Budget By $22,289.37 Bible Study 351 WEDNESDAY FAMILY NIGHT November 14 Turkey & Dressing Sweet Potato Souffl Green Bean Casserole Rolls Pumpkin Pie

Sunday, November 11 Early Worship 8:30 AM Bible Study 9:45 AM Morning Worship 11:00 AM Youth Leadership Team Noon Preschool Committee 4:30 PM Chancel Rehearsal (Ladies) 5:00 PM Shockwave 5:30 PM AWANA 5:30 PM Evening Worship 6:30 PM Monday, November 12 Saints Alive Rehearsal 10:30 AM Ladies Bible Study 6:00 PM Women on the Go 6:30 PM Tuesday, November 13 Youth Prayer Breakfast 6:45 AM Mens Prayer Breakfast 7:00 AM Mary Blair Group 7:00 PM Wednesday, November 14 YAC 5:00 PM Graded Choirs 5:45 PM Youth Supper & Bible Stdy6:00 PM Family Supper 6:00 PM Prayer Meeting 7:00 PM Mission Fr, GAs, RAs 7;00 PM Chancel Choir 7:45 PM College Ministry 8:30 PM

EXTENDED SESSION November 11 Threasa Hall, Cheryl Godwin, Maci Barber, Paula Brinson, Jason Long, Angela Shockley, Jake Goodson, Wendell & Carla Nix. OUR CONDOLENCES TO: *****Beth Josey and family in the death of her sister, Rita White.
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. Brian Steward ..Minister of Youth/College Clarene Jones....Office Secretary Virginia Smith........Administrative Secretary Email: office@fbcbainbridge.com

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November 11, 2012
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Once again the Methodist Church is providing Thanksgiving plates to the shut-ins, those in need or those who have no family coming home. Volunteers are needed again this year. Meet at the Methodist Church on Thanksgiving morning, November 22 at 9:00 AM. Call the Church Office to sign up.

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MORNING WORSHIP November 11, 2012 11:00 AM Prelude America The Beautiful Pianist Welcome Rev. Paul Medley Recognition of Our Veterans Call to Worship Find Us Faithful Hymn 385 Theyll Know We Are Christians Childrens Sermon Rev. Paul Medley Music Witness It Is Well with My Soul Judy & Skeeter Parker Procession of Shoe Box Gifts Hymn 363 Let Others See Jesus In You Offertory How Great Thou Art with How Great Is Our God Trumpet & Piano Judy & Skeeter Parker Music Witness The Statue of Liberty Chancel Choir Message Great Faith Rev. Paul Medley Matthew 8:5-13 Invitation Hymn 502 Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus Benediction Ray Harrell Postlude God of Our Fathers Pianist EVENING WORSHIP 6:30 PM

SAINTS ALIVE
We will be traveling to Valdosta First Baptist for our annual Fall Fellowship of Choirs. Joe Mason, a Christian comedian, will be our entertainer and we anticipate the traditional Thanksgiving food to be as spectacular as ever. A sign-up list will be available at the Saints Alive rehearsal tomorrow. I will be phoning in our total participation at noon, so please call me with your reservation if you are unable to attend the rehearsal. The comfortable big bus will be making the trip and Billy Poppell has agreed to drive for us. The bus will leave the church lot at 9:30 AM on Thursday, November 15th. We plan to return about 3:00 PM.

Lets look at a couple of big calendar items that are coming up: Shockwave Dress Rehearsal- This will be a big night of preparations for the Shockwave Christmas production. If you are in any part of the production, you will need to be here for this. It will be a full dress rehearsal. It will start at 4:00 and be over by 6:30. This will give just enough time to walk over for the Thanksgiving dinner. Student ministries Thanksgiving meal- This will be a meal for all student ministries to come together and share in fellowship. We are providing the turkey and we are asking that every student bring one side dish. The Mary Martha class will be assisting in decorations and desserts. Please let me know if you are planning on attending so I can get an estimate for food preparations. It will be on November 17th @ 7:00p.m. in the fellowship hall. I would also like to remind you to keep an eye on the builder for the upcoming events. We are swamped with activities and I will continue to try to keep you informed of the dates and times. NOTE: A special thanks to the students for making over 100 Christmas boxes. I love seeing the Word play out in your lives.

CHANCEL CHOIR REHEARSAL

Meet in the BARACA classroom as always. Ladies meet today and the men will meet on November 18th. Remember to bring your books to this rehearsal.

COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING SERVICE

The Chancel and Saints Alive Choirs will join singers from other local churches at the Community Thanksgiving Service, held at the Episcopal Church on November 18. Rehearsal begins at 6:30 and the worship begins at 7:00 PM. Weve cancelled our worship service this evening and Im expecting every leader of FBC to be a part of this time of worship as we join to give thanks to God.
Art

ISLAM STUDY PART IV

Deacon of WeekRay Harrell Building Security Sanctuary & Shell Annex Eddie Duke & Ed Pilcher Educational Building-Ron Gilliard & Rufus Powell

Whats Happening November 11th Youth Leadership Team November 13th Breakfast @ Bettys November 17th Shockwave practice 4:00-6:30 followed by a Student Ministry Thanksgiving meal @ 7:00 for all student ministries (youth and college)! November 20th Breakfast @ Bettys cancelled November 21st No Services November 27th Breakfast @ Bettys November 28th Student Ministries (6-8) (8:30-10:00) December 2nd Youth Musical w/SNAC @ the Harrells December 14th Youth Christmas Party December 27th-29th Know La Conference December 30th College night Brian