First Word First Baptist Church Naples

July 11 & 12, 2009

Church Recreation Night

This Sunday, July 12
5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Family Life Center &
Fellowship Recreation Building
Join your church family for a fun night of recreation.
We will be grilling hot dogs and hamburgers,
both gyms will be open for basketball and volleyball,
and we will be playing frisbee golf, horseshoes, and much more.
Please plan on joining us even if it is raining...
it won’t dampen our fun!
 God’s Man at the Academy
Few Christians are aware of how many strong believers are embedded
in strategic military positions. Some of our most difficult assignments
are carried out by those who love the Lord Jesus just as we do. When
Janet and I were on vacation in Colorado, we decided to attend
Sunday worship at the nearby Air Force Academy. The beautiful
Chapel is one of the most striking architectural designs in America.
We expected to be thrilled at the mixed sound of pipe organ and
cadets singing praise. However, when we arrived we discovered that
the contemporary protestant worship service had been cancelled for the summer. Even
the incredibly competent military complex can fail to update their answering machine!
Of course, we were disappointed.

A young man met us and explained the situation. We discovered that he was the new
protestant chaplain. It was his first time to be at a worship service at the Academy – the
Catholic mass which had just ended. With shaved head and terrific physique, he looked
more like a member of Special Ops than a chaplain. We joyfully discovered that Captain
Steve Barfield, his wife, and four daughters had recently been assigned to the Academy. A
graduate of the seminary where Janet and I received our degrees and a Southern Baptist, he
had been a youth pastor in some of our churches and is from Florida. Wow! We instantly
connected. I learned that he had a special calling to leave the comfort, conveniences,
and larger salary of a local church to pursue what he felt was a call to evangelism and
discipleship in the military.

Steve had to go through rigorous training and a combat assignment with Special Forces in
Iraq and Afghanistan before he could come to beautiful Colorado. He told me privately,
“I feel that God wants me to pour my life into these students in disciple-making.” I
responded, “Yes, these men and women will all be leaders some day and have a huge
impact on many.”

We had our own worship service with prayer, commissioning Capt. Barfield to his new
ministry, just as the Lord “Set apart Paul and Barnabas to the work for which He had
called them” (Acts 13:2). The friends with us then gave him a love offering for lunch and
dinner. I was also able to connect him with an old friend in Colorado Springs who could
assist their family in the new location.

I am thrilled to be in a Baptist Convention which supports 3,000 chaplains in the military

through the North American Mission Board. Pray for Steve and particularly the others
who are in combat. I am grateful that we have the Good News of eternal life regardless
of physical death. As we prepare for the Great Commission Connection, we are grateful
to support the Barfields and others like them.

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.
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.
 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.

July 21 at 7:00 p.m. in the Commons

“A Voice in the Wind”
by Francine Rivers
This novel is set in the first-century, during the great trials and
persecutions of the early church. The heroine is a young slave girl
named Hadassah who is torn by her love for a Roman aristocrat,
but clings to her faith in the living God for deliverance from the
forces of a decadent Rome. The lessons learned are as applicable
today as they were then!

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.
 Beach Baptism
Next Sunday,
July 19
If you would like to be baptized
in the beautiful Gulf of Mexico,
please contact Linda at 596-8600
x280 for your reservation. Plan to
meet us in the Fellowship Hallway
next Sunday at 1:00 p.m.

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.

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.

 Prayer Warriors Needed
Become a participant in the
WATCHMAN PRAYER MINISTRY
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNEDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

2:00 AM 1:00 AM 4:00 AM 3:00 AM 3:00 AM 2:00 AM 6:00 AM

4:00 AM 2:00 AM 5:00 AM 6:00 AM 1:00 PM 2:00 PM 11:00 AM
6:00 AM 3:00 PM 7:00 AM 7:00 AM 2:00 PM 6:00 PM 1:00 PM
3:00 PM 5:00 PM 8:00 AM 10:00 AM 3:00 PM 2:00 PM
4:00 PM 2:00 PM 11:00 AM 7:00 PM 6:00 PM
3:00 PM 6:00 PM
4:00 PM 8:00 PM
6:00 PM
8:00 PM
10:00 PM

Pray Without Ceasing

Steps to take:
Please Print: Your Name ______________________________

Phone Number _____________________________________

Address ___________________________________________

• Circle the day and the hour above you would like to pray,
indicating (1) your first choice, (2) your second, and (3) your third.
• You will be notified of your time and receive the necessary
information to begin your prayer time.
• Once you’ve completed this form, please give it your BLG leader
or any staff member.

Please call the Pastoral Care office for further information.

(239) 596-8600 ext 268
Monday through Friday
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Lighthouse
Cafe
Monday - Thursday Morning Special
Brewed Coffee or Tea and a Bagel
Only $2.50

Monday - Thursday All Day Special

Vitamin Water and a Bagel
Only $2.50

Don’t forget some of our

regular summer favorites
Ice-spressos (regular or light),
Edy’s ice cream, Smoothies,
Lattes, Cappuccinos, Espressos,
etc.

Monday - Thursday Lunches

Salads and Sandwiches
All prepared by
Chef Herb Small
Made with Boars Head
meats and cheeses
Only $4.95
 A Bookstore Farewell
Dear Church Family and Bookstore Friends,

It is with mixed emotions of joy and sadness that

I write this note. After much prayer, planning, and
discussion with my precious husband, Ray, I have
decided to retire from First Baptist Church and the
Lighthouse Bookstore.

The last seven years have been an exciting adventure

serving the Lord, the church body, and my Pastor
in two very different ministries. First, the Volunteer
Ministry where I had the privilege of meeting so
many of you, and then the challenge and pleasure of
seeing the Bookstore & Cafe go from architect plans
to the amazing ministries they are today! I have
been so very blessed to see how God’s hand is in the
smallest details of the things He has ordained. I will
be eternally grateful to have had the opportunity to
be a part of it.

The future is wide open! Ray and I are excited to see

what adventures God will lead us on next. May His
will be done! We will take a few weeks off so that I
don’t come into the Bookstore and start ringing things
up, but then you will see us in worship on Sunday
mornings.

Thank you for all your love and support over the
years. May God bless each of you and continue to
bless the ministry of First Baptist Church Naples.

In His Service,
Cathy Dove
For additional information,
call Matt Jansen at 596-8600 ext. 210
or email at mjansen@fbalions.org
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 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!
New Members/New Believers Class
Our New Members/New Believers Class will begin on July
12 and will meet on Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Room DC113.
You will learn about where the Bible came from, the Bible’s
historical accuracy, how to grow as a Christian through Bible
study and prayer, the enabling power of the Holy Spirit, and spiritual gifts, fellowship,
and evangelism. This is a four week class and you may join any or all of the sessions.
Please call Linda at 596-8600 x280 for more information.
KidzTown
Each week at KidzTown, kids have a great time singing, studying
God’s Word, and worshipping the Lord kid-style. KidzTown is
open to all children in 1st through 4th grades and is located
in DC120 every Saturday at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday at 9:30
a.m. This week we will be having our Game Show Review as we
look at what we have learned in our series “Super Sports Spectacular.” Parents, if your
child has not yet experienced the fun of a kid-style worship experience, please don’t
hesitate to bring him or her to KidzTown!
Summer Camp SOS
Camp sponsors are needed for middle and high school students who are
not able to afford to go to camp. If you are able to Sponsor One Student,
please call Ginny in the Student Ministry office at 449-4480.
First Steps Class
Two first steps classes will begin in July for children who are interested in
baptism and have completed 1st through 3rd grade. This four week class
will cover the topics of salvation, baptism, communion, being part of the
church, and growing as a child of God. This will be a great opportunity
for children who have received Jesus as their Savior during Vacation
Bible School to follow Christ in obedience with baptism. There will
be a Saturday evening session beginning July 18 and a Sunday morning session
starting July 19. Please call the Children’s Ministry Office at 596-8600 x350 to sign-
up for the class and to receive your workbook.
 Online Giving is Available
Online giving is available on the First Baptist Church website at
www.fbcn.org. On the home page, click on “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).
Worship Orchestra Needs Tuba
Our Worship Orchestra is in need of a tuba. Please call Keith in the Music
Office if you can help at 596-8600 x229.
50th & 60th Wedding Anniversaries
Jim & Nancy McKinnon are celebrating their 50th wedding
anniversary on July 16, 2009. Congratulations Jim & Nancy!
Joseph & Gloria Trahan are celebrating their 60th wedding
anniversary on July 16, 2009. Congratulations Joseph & Gloria.
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.

Quarterly Business Meeting

er
Our next Quarterly Business Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July nd
22 at 8:00 p.m. in Room WC117. All church members are encouraged mi
to attend. Re
Christmas in July
Operation Christmas Child is calling all helpers to begin
wrapping Christmas Shoe Boxes for the campaign this
year. The first wrapping party will be Thursday, July 23 in WC117 from 10:00
a.m. until noon. Bring your own scissors. Come one and all! We are also already
accepting items for the shoe boxes that go to needy children throughout the world.
Please take advantage of the summer sales and start shopping for toys, toothbrushes,
toothpaste, soap, washcloths, school supplies, t-shirts, socks, underwear, and sandwich
size baggies. If you would like to volunteer or have any questions, please call Jody at
591-1895.
New Arrivals
Peyton Riley Burdette was born June 26, 2009 to Dean and Shenna
Burdette. Peyton weighed 7 pounds and 1 ounce, and measured 19
inches long. Big brothers are Ian and Aiden.
Wyatt Samuel Raymer was born July 2, 2009 to Rick and Kelly Raymer. Wyatt
weighed 7 pounds and 8 ounces, and measured 20 inches long. Siblings are Rhett and
Grace.
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Our next Prayer Shawl Ministry meeting will be Friday, July 17 at
10:00 a.m. in the large conference room (AD145). Anyone interested
in making prayer shawls for the sick are welcome to join us.
 FBCN Employment Positions Available
First Baptist Church Naples is accepting applications for part-time Cafe
Frontliners. Qualified applicants should have excellent people skills, a
heart for ministry, and enjoy serving others. Must be available to work
Wednesday evenings and weekends. Applications may be downloaded
from the FBCN website, or you can stop by the church office Monday through Friday
from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Only complete applications will be accepted.

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, July 16 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.
College/Career Ministry
Come join other college age adults and those in their
20’s for any or all of the following activities: BLGs -
Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. with a fellowship following or
Sundays at 11:00 a.m. in Room DC211; Softball/Frisbee
on Monday nights at 6:00 p.m. on the church field; The Vine (fellowship, praise and
worship, and Bible study) on Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. in the Student Center; Experiencing
God Bible study on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. in the Worship Center; and/or Bowling
on Thursdays at 9:00 p.m. at Beacon Bowl. Our upcoming special activities include
July 18-25 on a Kentucky mission trip, and July 31 - August 5 at our annual C2 retreat.
For more information, please call Terry Cole at 572-3316 or Pam Cole at 272-5583.

Drama Team Workshop

WHEN? Friday, July 24 from 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and again
on Saturday, July 25 from 9:00 a.m. until noon. WHERE? FBCN
Worship Center. WHO? Anyone interested in being involved in our
new Drama Ministry Team. PRICE? Free! This will be a fun, interactive weekend that
will begin our training for our new Drama Ministry Team. We will learn basic acting
and stage techniques as well as begin to prepare dramas to be used here at church
during worship services and special events. There will also be a special workshop class
for our junior actors (ages 7-12). To register, please contact Lori in the music ministry
office at 596-8600 x229.
Christian Business Owners and Professionals
Christian Business Owners and Professionals (CBOP) will have their
monthly meeting this Tuesday, July 14 at 6:00 p.m. in DC108.
Refreshments will be served. Visitors welcome! Remember also to
check their directory first to find fellow church members’ businesses to fill all your
needs. Go to www.cbopnaples.com to find doctors, accountants, bankers, landscapers,
realtors, cleaners, contractors, plumbers, handymen, interior designers, hair stylists,
and much more. If you have any questions about CBOP, please call Jody at 591-1895.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, July 11
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, July 12
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
5:00 p.m. Church Recreation Night/Both Gyms and Outdoors
Monday, July 13
7:00 p.m. Men’s Open Basketball/Gym
Tuesday, July 14
7:00 p.m. The Vine College & Career Service/Student Center
Wednesday, July 15
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, July 16
6:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery/Student Center
6:30 p.m. Holding on to H.O.P.E./DC108
Friday, July 17
10:00 a.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry/AD145 Large Conference Room
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.
Last Weekend
Decisions For Christ Worship Attendance
Baptisms Membership July 4 & 5
Louis Bittolo-Bon by Letter Saturday Night Total 648
Aidan Hancock Greg Smith Sunday Morning 1,582
Emily Hancock Greg Smith, Jr. Total 2,230
Thomas Rodriguez Mary Smith
U.S. Air Force Marching Band 1,090

Financial Stewardship Thank you Dr. Land

2008-2009 Operating Revenues
July 1, 2009 - July 5, 2009
Budget Actual Variance
$109,068 $101,655 -$7,414
We would like to take this opportunity to
thank Dr. Richard Land for speaking last
weekend, and for leading the question and
answer sessions. It was a true blessing and
we are very grateful.

Next Week
Deacon of the Week
July 13 - July 19
Philip Nemni & Kevin Carter
If you need assistance, please call the church
deacon hotline at 800-732-9573.
For Spanish, call 601-6051.
Dr. Wicker on the Radio
Dr. Wicker is 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. You can also
hear Dr. Wicker every day at 1:00 p.m. on
WJYO 91.5 FM.

Wednesday Family Meal

Tenderloin Tips, Egg Noodles, Vegetable, Salad, Roll, and a 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