Dr.

Hayes Wicker, Senior Pastor

Living Large
Joe Ehrmann played defensive tackle for the Baltimore
Colts and the Detroit Lions before retiring from professional
football in 1982. When his baby brother contracted cancer
and eventually died, Joe asked questions that only God
could answer and found eternal life in Christ. He determined
to live life large for the Lord. He realized that success as
concentrated in the NFL was just a shell game. So you have
money, fame, and strength? Bucks just buy more stuff. You
can crack heads with the best of them? Big deal, because
eventually you will retire to age fast as you nurse your
arthritis.
This desire for a mission with meaning compelled Joe and his wife, Paula, to
plant their family at street level on Baltimores nasty east side. We have heard
so much lately about the murders, the racial unrest, and the hatred of police in
that city. It has a great history and has been strategic in the life of our nation. Joe
saw the boys in the streets as sheep without a shepherd. He was convicted by
the saying of Edmund Burke, The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil
is for good men to do nothing.
Joe founded The Door, an afterschool ministry of athletics, tutoring, and
mentoring, as well as a Ronald McDonald House and a racial reconciliation
project, Mission Baltimore. Then came Building Men for Others. Through that
program he seeks to pop the success illusion bubble and debunk the worldly
yardsticks of culture athletic ability, sexual conquest, and economic success.
Then he returned to football and came alongside his best friend, Biff Poggi, the
head coach of the Gillman Greyhounds. Joe then served as defensive coach of
this high school team in the projects. Like the coaches at First Baptist Academy
at our church, he constantly urges them to ask of each other, What can I do for
you? Before the opening kickoff, they would hear him ask his players, What
is our job as coaches? In cadence, the team yells, To love us! What is your
job? Joe asks, To love each other. Their tough-as-nails defensive players
not only penetrate and pursue, but also love. Three out of six seasons they
went undefeated and were ranked number one in Maryland for years. May we
continue to challenge all of our young people to love one another, to impact our
community, to understand true success, and to pursue the lost by living large
for the Lord.
*There is a guest reception in the Commons following the Saturday night and
Sunday morning worship services. Pastor would love to meet you!

Welcome to First Baptist Church Naples

We are so glad you joined us for worship! Greeters at the doors can help with
any immediate needs you may have. Volunteers at the Information Desk in the
Commons can assist you in finding the perfect Bible & Life Group. For more
information about our church and ministries, please call Lou at 596-8600 x258.

Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School

A Huge Success

We would like to thank everyone who had any part in

our Vacation Bible School this past week. Thanks to all
of you, it was a huge success. The money raised went
to help earthquake victims in Nepal (through Big Life
Ministries).
We had 124 students and 49 volunteers in preschoolkindergarten, 541 students and 171 volunteers in
1st-5th grades, and 84 students and 17 volunteers in
Interstate 6 (for incoming 6th graders).

Churchwide

Summer Adult Bible Study

Wednesdays at 6:30pm
in the Worship Center
HEAVEN - SESSION 1
The Realities of the Heavenly Realm

Unseen but Certain by Dr. Daniel Akin

The spiritual reality of angels, Satan, demons, hell, and
heaven. What the Bible teaches that we need to know and
why it matters today. Books are on sale now in the Lighthouse
Bookstore for $7.00 each.

EARTH - SESSION 2

Practical Insight into the Churchs Earthly Mission

Early Church by Ray Vander Laan

For Christians today, faith in God can sometimes seem to be
a cerebral choice. For the early church, it was the difference
between life and death.

Church Budget

The proposed budget for 2015/2016 will be brought to a

church vote on June 27 & 28. Copies of the proposed budget
are provided for your review at the information counters and
turnstiles.

College/20s Ministry
College/20s Summer Sessions
Thursdays at 7pm
in the Student Center

Join college age and young adults in their 20s every

week at our College/20s Ministry Summer Sessions.
Passionate worship, dynamic and relevant teaching,
and tons of opportunities to connect with old friends and
meet some new friends. Interested in more information?
Contact Troy Maragos, Pastor of College/20s Ministry at
tmaragos@fbcn.org.

Preschool Ministry
Our Preschoolers Need You

Teachers/Assistants/Substitutes

Our Preschool Ministry desperately needs teachers,

assistants, and substitutes on Saturdays at 6:00pm or
7:30pm, and on Sundays at 9:30am or 11:00am to work
with our preschoolers. Please call the Preschool Ministry
office at 596-8600 x360 for more information.

Legacy Builders Senior Adults

Legacy Singers

Student Ministry

High School & Middle School Camp

Sign-up Now

All current 8th-11th graders can sign-up now with $270 for
High School Camp July 25-29. Choose your own missions
adventure opportunities. Invite a friend (not a regular
attender) and get the VIP treatment for both of you. You will
enjoy amazing worship and Bible study, evangelism training,
a dinner cruise night, a beach night cookout with tournaments,
etc. Register at hsmfbcn.com/camp2015.
All current 5th-7th graders can sign-up now with $270 for
Middle School Camp July 29-August 2. Activities include
Adventure Island water park, Clearwater beach games,
paint wars, messy games, night games, strangers and
Fools Improv Comedy Team, etc. Register at msmfbcn.com/
campmsm.

Missions Ministry

Florida Baptist Childrens Homes

At the Missions Kiosk in the Commons
Informational Meeting June 16th
6:00-8:00pm in Room DC109

Begins Thursday, June 18 at 10:00am

in the Choir Room

This group of senior adults ministers to the residents

of assisted living facilities. No need to memorize music
or drive at night. Just enjoy gospel music, hymns, and
fellowship. Contact Tina at 596-8600 x229 for more details.

Celebrate Recovery

Thursday nights at 6:00pm in Room DC121

Celebrate Recovery is a special community of mens and

womens groups where you can find safety and support
for dealing with lifes hurts, habits, and hang-ups through
a 12-step discipleship and recovery program. For more
information, please call 596-8600 x266.

Going into the Hospital?

Please inform the hospital that you are with First Baptist
Church Naples. That way, they will notify us and we can
minister to you and your family. Otherwise, due to new
HIPAA laws, we might not ever know that you are there.

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 596-8600 x238.

Collier County has over 300 children in foster care and only
40 foster homes. Please help by considering to foster a child.
Come and learn more about how you can deeply impact the
life of a child through adoption or foster care. Email Terry.
Hartz@fbchomes.org for more details, or visit us in the
Missions Kiosk this weekend.

Joann Lemonds passed away on June 4. We are praying for her family.

Hungary Mission Team

New Arrival

Being Commissioned this Sunday

Debbie Cantor, Nora Charney, and John & Carol Shelford

will be going to Hungary between June 20-July 11 to teach
English to Word of Life campers age 8-15. English teachers
from the states are a significant motivation for parents to
send their children to Word of Life camp.

Absent from the Body, Present with the Lord

Aspen Michael Dodd was born on February 6 at 6 pounds, 14 ounces. Proud

parents are Josh & Kelli, and big brother is Caden.

Birth in Family

If you have an immediate family member that gives birth and belongs to FBCN,
please call Kim at 596-8600 x360 and give her the information.

Our Lighthouse Bookstore

Last Weekend
Worship Attendance

Decisions for Christ

June 6 & 7

Profession of Faith
Tino Cimato

Saturday Night
Sunday 9:30 a.m.
Total

Statement of Faith
Abby Cimato
John Martin

Financial Stewardship

Wednesday Evening

2014-2015 Operating Revenues

July 1, 2014 - June 7, 2015
Budget
Actual Variance

$7,390,000

$7,633,347 $243,347

Kingdom Missions Offering

YTD through June 7
Pledges
Received
$343,488
$226,953

1,089
1,613
2,702

Saturday Night
Sunday 8:15 a.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m.
Home Groups
Total

663
107
881
212
1,863

This Upcoming Week

Deacon of the Week
June 15 - 21
Gregory Jack
&
Peter Hone

If you need assistance, please call

the church deacon hotline
at 800-732-9573.

Wednesday Family Meal

June 17 (4:45-6:00 p.m. in the
Fellowship/Recreation Gym)

Chicken Cordon Bleu, Pasta,

Veggie, Salad, and Dessert
Tickets may be purchased at the Lighthouse
Cafe or at the door for $6 each or $25 for a
family. Alternate choices available.

Weekly Schedule

Saturday, June 13

6:00 p.m. Worship Service: Worship Center

7:30 p.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus

Sunday, June 14
8:15 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.

Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus

Haitian Bible Study & Worship: ED206
Vietnamese Worship & Bible Study: DC221
Worship Service: Worship Center
Spanish Worship Service: Family Life Center
Romanian Bible Study & Worship: Modular 4
Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
Romanian Worship Service: Modular 4
Haitian Worship Service: Modular 2

Wednesday, June 17
4:45 p.m.
6:20 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.

Bible and Life Groups

Visit a Bible & Life Group Today...

We Will Help You Find One!

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Bible & Life Attendance

June 6 & 7

Our Lighthouse Bookstore (in the Commons) will have special hours next week
(June 15-18). They will be open from 9:00am until 12:00pm (noon). They are
always closed on Fridays.

Family Meal: Fellowship Recreation-Gym

Wacky Wednesdays: DC120
Summer Adult Bible Study: Worship Center
High School Ministry: Student Center Cafe
Middle School Ministry: Student Center
Worship Choir Rehearsal: Choir Room

Other events this week include: Florida Baptist Childrens Home Foster/Adoption
Meeting, Summer Adult Bible Study, Legacy Singers Begin, College/20s Ministry
Summer Sessions, Celebrate Recovery, Summer Prayer Shawl Ministry

How does a big church feel like a small community? By

discovering our Bible & Life Groups! Bible & Life Groups are
people experiencing life-changing Bible study and engaging
in a lifestyle of reaching and serving others for Jesus Christ
with a group of genuine friends. Visit the information desk in
the Commons. The helpful volunteers there can guide you to
a BLG fitted just for you.

Upcoming Special Speakers

June 27 & 28 - Dr. Mark Gonzales

Dr. Gonzales is the Executive Director/Director of Missions
for the Royal Palm Association of just over 100 Southern
Baptist churches in Southwest Florida. For 36 years he has
served in Christian schools, home education organizations, a
Christian college, churches of all sizes, and two global mission
organizations.
July 4 & 5 - Dr. Joe Jordan
In 1971, Dr. Jordan and his wife, Melva, began their full time
missionary work in Argentina. They both had a deep conviction
to reach the youth of that country for Jesus. Dr. Jordan then
served as Executive Director of Word of Life Fellowship from
1999 to 2011.
July 11 & 12 - Dr. Bob Reccord
Dr. Reccord serves as President/CEO of Hope for the Heart,
founded by June Hunt, and works in 68 countries and 30
languages. He has spoken to over 250,000 men in the last
nine years, and was the keynote speaker at the 2013 National
Prayer Breakfast for the NRAs national convention in Houston.

Ways to Connect Online with FBCN

You can be part of FBCNs worship services no matter where

you are. Simply go to fbcn.org every Saturday at 6:00pm or
Sunday at 9:30am for our live streaming.

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Contact Us

First Baptist Church Naples

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