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Summer Activities!
(children, youth, and adults)

...and much
more!
 A note from the WEBMASTER:

There are many lines of communication that enable

people to interact and stay plugged-in. One of the
most popular social networking sites on the web
today is facebook. It is a website that has over 200
million active users worldwide. The bottom line of
facebook is, “I want to stay connected with you.”

Being connected is vital in our hi-tech world.

Juggling our schedule with family, work, God, and
“me-time” is a real challenge for everyone. You might
not have used facebook but here is “firstbook.”

“Firstbook” has been created to keep you informed, inspire participation in

your church and help you to continue to develop your spiritual life throughout
the summer. As you surf through this brochure, you will notice that it is designed
to help you define areas of interest quickly with dates, times, and places.

Staying connected is not an option it is a necessity, “we are a family!”

In Christ,

Dr. Morgan Browning

Minister of Education

P.S. A special thanks to Dee Dee Alonzo, our office help and YOU for helping
me to put this brochure together.
 Table of Contents
Note from the Webmaster ...................................................... 2

Created to Be His Help Meet ................................................... 3

Total Recall ........................................................................ 4

In God’s Presence ................................................................ 5

One Month to Live - 30 Day Challenge ........................................ 5

Esther: It’s Tough Being a Woman ............................................. 6

Wednesday Night Fellowship Meals ........................................... 7

Reaching Out ...................................................................... 8

Adult Teacher’s Training ......................................................... 9

MOPS ............................................................................. 10
Senior Adults .................................................................... 10

VBS .......................................................................... 11 - 12

Preschool ........................................................................ 13

Mother’s Day Out ............................................................... 14

Parent’s Night Out .............................................................. 14
Family Night ..................................................................... 14

AWANA ........................................................................... 15
Exercise Class ................................................................... 15

Children .......................................................................... 16

Music ....................................................................... 17 - 18

Youth ....................................................................... 19 - 22

Puppets .......................................................................... 23

Spanish ........................................................................... 24

Church-wide Activities ........................................................ 25

Pastor’s Welcome ............................................................... 26

 Our Mission
GLORIFY Jesus Christ through the

GROWING of a New Testament church

whose

GOAL is to make sinners into saints and

saints into soldiers who will make a

GODLY impact on

GREATER McAllen and the world.

1200 Beech Avenue

(956) 686-7418
Visit our website at www.fbcmcallen.com.
 Discipleship

Created to be His
Help Meet by
Debi Pearl

Target Group: Married Women

Dates: Eight-week course
Wednesday nights - May 20, 27;
June 3, 10, 17, 24;
July 1, 8
Where: Family Life Center F204
Time: 6:25 - 7:25 pm
Facilitator/Teachers: Annie Jones, Heidi Aleman
Materials: Book Cost $14.00

Course Description:
Somewhere over the passing years and changing culture,
women have lost their way. This book is written to lead them
back home. It is possible to have a marriage so good and so
fulfilling that it can only be explained as a miracle.

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 Discipleship

“Total Recall”
Tips and Techniques for
Memory Enhancement
by Dr. Morgan Browning

Target Group: All ages

Dates: This two-week course will be offered twice

Course 1: Sunday evenings - June 7 & 14

Time: 7:15 - 8:15 pm
Where: Jason’s Deli (South)

Course 2: Sunday evenings - July 12 & 19

Time: 4:45 - 5:45 pm
Where: Family Life Center F200

Teacher: Dr. Morgan Browning

Materials: No book required - just a positive attitude.

Course Description:
Just like muscular strength, your ability to remember
increases when you exercise your memory. There are a number
of steps you can take to improve your memory and retrieval
capacity. Learn how to memorize your grocery lists, phone
numbers, birthdays, etc... You’ll never lose your keys again, I
guarantee you. A lot of fun for all!

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 Discipleship

Prayer
In God’s Presence
Target Group: Adults (Co-ed)
Dates: Six-week course
Wednesday nights June 10, 17, 24,
and July 1, 8, 15
Where: Family Life Center F202
Time: 6:25 - 7:25 pm
Facilitator/Teacher: Lee Jinks
Materials: Book Cost $6.00

Course Description:
This six-week study will help you develop a meaningful, well-balanced,
and daily prayer life. By completing five brief, daily studies each week,
you will understand and learn how to use six kinds of prayer to relate to
your heavenly Father.

One Month To Live

30 Day Challenge
by Kerry and Chris Shook

Target Group: Adults (Co-ed)

Dates: Four-week course
Wednesday nights - (July 8 - 29)
Where: Family Life Center F200
Time: 6:25 - 7:25 pm
Facilitator/Teacher: Debbie Eklund
Materials: Book Cost $15.00

Course Description:
In One Month to Live, Kerry and Chris show you how to stop waiting
for “someday” and start making each day really matter. By taking their
30-Day Challenge, you’ll learn what it means to make the most of your
time on earth and live life with no regrets.

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 Discipleship

Esther:
It’s Tough Being a
Woman by Beth Moore

Target Group: Women of all ages

Dates: Ten-week course
Wednesday nights - (June 10, 17, 24,
July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, August 5, 12)
Where: Family Life Center F101
Time: 6:25 - 7:25 pm
Facilitator/Teacher: Shawn Patterson
Materials: Book Cost $15.00
Format: Our weekly class time will consist of a seg-
ment of the video teaching, interactive teaching pro-
vided by our teacher, and group discussion.

Course Description:
Join Beth in an in-depth and very personal examination of
this great story of threat and deliverance. She peels back the
layers of history and shows how very contemporary and appli-
cable the story of Esther is to our lives. If you’ve ever felt
inadequate, threatened, or pushed into situations that seemed
overpowering, this is the study for you. Just as it was tough
being a woman in Esther’s day, it’s tough today. This portion
of God’s Word contains treasures to aid us in our hurried, har-
ried and pressured lives.

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 Wednesday Night
Fellowship Meals
5:00 - 6:20 pm
Cost $4.00 per person - Reservations necessary

May 6,13,20,27

Traditional meals by Beverly Goodrich

and her fabulous crew

Summer Guest Chefs

June 3 - Charlotte Hocott ............ Beef Enchiladas

June 10 - Trey Crouch ........................ Fried Fish
June 17 - Charlie Martinez ............ Carne Guisada
June 24 - L.J. McCoy ......................... Barbeque
July 1 and 8 ............................. Kitchen Closed
July 15 - Michelle Varnado ......................... TBA
July 22 - Judi Lyon .................................. TBA
July 29 - Heidi Aleman .............................. TBA
August 5 ............................................... TBA
August 12- Kris Mion............................ Lasagna
August 19 -Karen Sutton .............. Pork Loin Roast
August 25 - Beverly Goodrich ...................... TBA

Bon Apetit!
 Give Me “5”
This is our Summer outreach strategy for recon-
necting with those who have been absent in Sunday
School and Worship. Each class or department is en-
couraged to have 5 people attend this once-a- month
activity.
1 will pray, 1 will write cards, 1 will call,
and 2 will go visiting.
A meal and childcare is provided.
The dates are:
May 5, June 2, *July 7, & August 4
Meal: 5:30 pm
Roll-call: 6:25 pm
Action: 6:30 pm

*VBS Outreach - July 7

Help us contact boys and girls who made decisions
for Christ at V.B.S.
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 Adult Teacher’s
Training
Target Group: All Sunday School Teachers
Dates: Wednesday Nights
Where: Family Life Center F102
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Bible Teacher: Dr. Morgan J. Browning
Minister of Education
Materials: Lifeway’s “Explore the Bible Series”
• May - Micah (Live for God Today)
• June, July and August - Galatians and James
(A Walk to Remember)

Course Description:
This is a weekly on-going class where the Bible teacher
gives an analysis and interpretation of the focal passage and
shares practical applications. In addition, the discussion and
observations of fellow teachers contribute much in helping
one’s preparation of the weekly Bible lesson.

Sunday School Leadership Conference

August 21 - 22

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 MOPS Meetings - May 7, 21 @ 9:00 am
MOPS Play Day - Swimming - June 18 and July 16
MOPS Fall Kick-off Party - August 20

Contact: Shawn Patterson

Phone: 956-686-7418

Breakfast at IHOP in Mission

Thursday, May 21
8:30 am

Breakfast at Denny’s Restaurant

116 Sth Shary Rd.
Thursday, June 18
8:30 am

Ice Cream Day in the gym

Thursday, July 16
6:00 pm
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 4 years - 8th Grade
June 22 - June 26
8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Our special guest this year!

David McCullough
from Tyler, Texas

Fun-Packed Recreation

„ Balloon Show - Tuesday

„ Amusement Park - Thursday
„ The World’s Largest
Banana Split - Sunday

Our boys vs. girls Mission Offering will sponsor a VBS at

Shepherd College for adults with special needs.

Chef Morgan

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 Stay on Track - VBS Calendar
Event Date Time

Drama Rehearsal Monday, May 4 6:30 pm

*Workday Tuesday, May 5 9:00 am

*All Workers Meeting Sunday, May 17 4:45 pm

Drama Rehearsal Monday, May 18 6:30 pm

*Workday Tuesday, May 19 9:00 am

*Workday Tuesday, May 26 9:00 am

Drama Rehearsal Monday, June 1 6:30 pm

Cookie Drive Begins Monday, June 1

Drama Rehearsal Monday, June 8 6:30 pm

*Workday Tuesday, June 9 9:00 am

Drama Rehearsal Monday, June 15 6:30 pm

Neighborhood June 16 - 19
Flyer Blitz

*Workday & meal Thurs, June 18 9:00 am

*Setup/Mtg/Meal Sunday, June 21 4:00 pm

Drama Rehearsal Monday, June 22 6:30 pm

Drama Dress Saturday, June 27 9:00 am

Rehearsal

Commencement Sunday, June 28 6:00 pm

Drama and Musical

VBS Outreach Tuesday, July 7 5:30 pm

*Nursery and Childcare provided

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 Preschool
Mother’s Day Out
Fridays in May
June - August
(Tuesdays and Fridays)

Zoo Trip- Saturday, May 9

Preschool Sonshine Bells perform in 10:50 am

Worship Service, Sunday, May 17

Beth Moore ABC’s Bible Study

(4 years old by Septermber 1 & 5 years old)
June 10 - August 12 ~ 6:10 pm - 7:30 pm

Veggie Tales Premiere Movie - Friday, June 19

VBS - Monday, June 22 - Friday, June 26

Adopt-A-Class Group Picture - Sunday, August 2

Meet the Teacher - Sunday, August 30

8:30 am - 9:00 am

Advancement Sunday - Sunday, August 30

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 Fun on Tuesdays and Fridays in the summer for preschoolers
and children through the 6th grade from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm.
Cost: $20.00 for one child; $25.00 for two or more children.
June - 9, 12,16,19,30
July - 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31
August - 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21
*NO Mother’s Day Out - June 23, 26 & July 3
movies
Contact Shannon McCoy & Alene Hart

skating
Children from birth through 6th grade are cared for while
parents have the night off for class fellowship or simply catch-
ing up. This event is provided at an affordable cost, and reser-
vations are required.

Cost: $5.00 for one child; $10.00 for two or more children.

May 15, July 17, and August 14

5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Contact Alene Hart

Family
snacks

Night games

Friday, August 28 - 6:00 pm - 8:45 pm

The whole church family is welcome to fellowship in our
Family Life Center with food, games and fun.

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 Our AWANA Club is for children 3 years - High School. Trained
leaders take children through “Game Time” (team competi-
tion), “Handbook Time” (scripture learning), and “Council
Time” (practical Bible messages).
Event Date Time

Boys Campout Friday, May 1 4:00 pm

Awards Ceremony Wednesday, May 13 6:30 pm

Fall Registration Wednesday, August 19 6:15 pm (Gym)

AWANA Begins Wednesday, August 26 6:15 pm (Gym)

Firsthealth
Exercise Class
Target group: All ages (co-ed)
Dates: Mondays, Thursdays, & Fridays May 11 - August 28
Where: Adult Building (use north entrance)
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Leader: Dorris Mullin 682-8595
Format: Low-impact, developing strength, stretching and
relaxation are the keys in developing a positive attitude and
healthy body.

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Event Date Time

Zoo Trip Saturday, May 9 8:30 am

End of School Friday, May 29 6:00 pm

Party

Summer Music Sunday, June 7 5:00 pm

Activities for Kids
(See Music Children’s Choir page)

6th Grade Sunday, June 7 7:00 pm

Graduation Party

Mother’s Day Out Tuesday, June 9

(See Mother’s Day Out page)

Veggie Tales Movie Friday, June 19 6:30 pm

Premier

VBS Monday, June 22 - 26 8:30 am

Kid’s Camp Wednesday, July 1 5:00 pm

Parent Meeting

Kid’s Camp July 5 - 8

Fireman’s Sunday, July 19 8:30 am

Breakfast

Adopt-A-Class Sunday, August 2 9:30 am

Picture Day

Meet the Teacher Sunday, August 30 8:30 am

Breakfast

Advancement Sunday, August 30 9:30 am

Sunday
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 Kid’s and Youth Choir
Summer Music Activities for Kids
Kinder (completed) - 6th grade will be
working on a musical this summer

Event Date Time

Registration Party Sunday, June 7 5:00 pm
SMAK Practices June 10 - August 12 6:10 pm
Dress Rehearsal Saturday, August 15 9:00 am
Performance Sunday, August 16 6:00 pm

Praise Band - Practices Sundays @ 4:00 pm in Y200

Youth Choir - Practices Sundays @ 4:45 pm in Y200
*Except for May 24, June 21, 28 and July 5

Youth Choir Sings

in Evening Worship
Sunday, June 14
Sunday, July 12
Sunday, July 19
Sunday, August 9
Sunday, August 30

Sunday, May 17
Sunday, July 12
Praise Band and Youth Choir @ 6:00 pm

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 Adult Choir & Orchestra
Practice Wednesday nights from 7:30 - 9:00 pm

Special Guests June 14, 8:00 & 10:50 am Worship Services

Pasadena Baptist Church Youth Choir

Preview the music for our

McAllen Christmas Pageant
Saturday, August 29
2009 Christmas Pageant Dates:
December 10th at 7:00 pm
December 11th at 7:00 pm
December 12th at 2:30 pm & 7:00 pm
December 13th at 2:30 pm & 7:00 pm

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Applause
• Awana Awards
Wednesday, May 13, Wednesday Worship attends
(6:30 pm)
• Senior Recognition
Sunday, May 17, AM Morning Worship, Banquet,
Evening Service
• Camp Testimonies
Sunday, June 21, Morning Worship Services

Discipleship/Retreats
“Jesus Freaks” •
June 12 – 13
• “Beauty and the Beast”
July 17 – 18
• All-Nighter
July 31 – August 1
• Vacation Bible School
June 22-26
• Back-to-School Rally
Sunday, August 30 – (4:00 pm)

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Fun and Games
• SNAC
Sunday, May 3, and Sunday, July 12
(7:00 - 8:30 pm)
• Family Night
Friday, August 28, Young Life Café Open

Meetings
• Parent Meetings
Sunday, May 17 – (7:00 pm)
Sunday, June 14 – (7:00 pm)
• Youth Committee and Youth Council
Sunday, June 14 – (4:00 pm)
Sunday, July 19 – (4:00 pm)
• Camp Meeting
Sunday, June 14 – (7:00pm)

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Outreach
• Give Me “5”
Tuesday, May 5 (5:30 pm)
Tuesday, June 2 (5:30 pm)
Tuesday, July 7 (5:30 pm)
Tuesday, August 4 (5:30 pm)
• VBS Handbill Distribution Blitz
Saturday, June 20

Sunday School
• 5th Sunday Combined Lesson
Sunday, May 31 (9:30 am)
Sunday, August 30 (9:30 am)
• Junior High Open House
Sunday, June 7 (9:00 – 9:30 am)
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• 6 Graders Promote to Junior High Department
Sunday, June 7 (9:30 am)
• Pasadena Youth Group guests
Sunday, June 14 (9:30 am)
• Adopt-a-class Group Picture
Sunday, August 2 (9:30 am)
• Advancement Sunday
Sunday, August 30 (9:30 am)

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Trips
• Fiesta Texas
Thursday, June 4
• Camp
June 15-19
• Puppet Tours
(See Puppets page 23)

Worship
• Youth-led Worship
Sunday, May 17 (6:00 pm)
Sunday, July 12 (6:00 pm)
• Youth Choir / Youth Praise Band
(See music page 17)
• Pasadena Youth Choir
Sunday, June 14 – AM Services and Sunday School
• Spanish Youth Revival
June 27 – (7:00 – 9:00 pm)

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 Puppets Ministry
H.I.S. Productions

For 10 years, H.I.S. Productions has been reaching the

lost through the use of puppets for both adults and children in
over 250 performances!

Event Date Time

Puppet Practice Sunday, May 3 1:30 pm

Puppet Practice Sunday, June 7 1:30 pm

Summer Tour #1 Tuesday, June 9 - 14

Tradewinds, Cornerstone
and Woodgate Apartments
Dallas, Texas

Puppet Tour #2 Friday, July 17 - 26

VBS Gainsville
Ivy Apartments Ministry
Bhutanese Baptist Refugee Church
Hillcrest Apartment Ministry

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May 5 - Give Me “5” Outreach @ 5:30 pm - Gym
Dia de Evangelismo - llamar, escribir y visitar

May 10 - Evangelistic Banquet @ 10:30 am - Gym

Conferencia Medica con el Doctor Enrique Griego

May 13 - Evangelistic Bible Study and Coffee @ 6:30 pm Cafecito

y Te de Coca Evangelistico

May 24 - Lord’s Supper @ 9:25 am - Sanctuary/Santa Cena

June 2 - Give Me “5” Outreach @ 5:30 pm - Gym

Dia de Evangelismo - llamar, escribir y visitar

June 17 - Evangelistic Bible Study/Argentinian food @ 6:30 pm

Banquete Evangelistico (comida Argentina)

June 27 - Youth Concert with guest singers from Puerto Rico @

7:00 pm - Sanctuary/Concierto juvenil (1$ per person)

July 7 - Give Me “5” Outreach @ 5:30 pm - Gym

July 15 - Evangelistic Bible Study & Mexican Food @ 6:30 pm

Banquete Evangelistico (comida Mexicana)

August 4 - Give Me “5”/Dia de Evangelismo

August 19 - Evangelistic Bible Study & Pastries

Banquete Evangelistico con postres @ 6:30 pm

ESL - English as a Second Language on Sundays @ 3:00 pm F102/

Clases de Ingles
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 Church-wide Activities
Event Date Time

Business Meeting Sunday, May 3 5:45 pm

Deacon’s Meetings May 3, June 7, July 12, August 2

Finance Meetings May 17, June 21, July 19, August 16

National Day Thursday, May 7 6:30 am

of Prayer/Breakfast
Sanctuary open for prayer 8:00 am- 3:00 pm

Thanksgiving Service Sunday, May 24 5:30 pm

Lord’s Supper Sunday, May 24 6:00 pm

Memorial Day Monday, May 25 Office Closed

Pastor’s Welcome Sunday, May 31 5:00 pm

Fellowship

Independence Day Friday, July 3 Office Closed

Thanksgiving Service Sunday, August 30 5:30 pm

Lord’s Supper Sunday, August 30 6:00 pm

Special Days

Mother’s Day May 10

Father’s Day June 21

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 Welcome Pastor
Sunday, May 31

Our church family is going to extend a warm

south Texas welcome to Mike and Debbie

Make plans to join us on this

special Sunday evening for dinner
and fellowship.

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