Weekly Update – December 8th, 2022
On Sunday night, we will meet for our final quarterly members’ meeting of the year. During this meeting, you will hear of updates from various ministries, be encouraged by what the Lord is doing in our church, have an opportunity to pray, and finally, participate in the decision making process of the church. The goal of members’ meetings are to create a family type of atmosphere where we can celebrate God’s hand at work, while also making decisions together on the future direction of our church. There are many important items that we will talk about when we gather. Here are a few of them.
First, we will vote on the constitution and by-laws proposed in the September members’ meeting. A few of the highlights of this proposal include a shift to an elder led leadership model, as well as a new statement on what we believe about sexuality. You can find this full document HERE. You can find just the statement on biblical sexuality HERE.
Second, we will vote on a proposed contract to sell the 4 acre plot of land, north of the church. We talked about the proposed price of the sale on November 27th, but on Sunday, we will update you on the specifics of the contract and vote on the entire proposal to move forward with the sale.
Third, we will vote on the proposal to remodel the front portion of the sanctuary. This, more or less, involves the structure of our building, which includes the front portico, the pillars, the roof and the steeple.
In addition to voting on several items, you will hear updates from our missionaries, outreach opportunities, our teaching ministries, the safety team, and about our membership. I hope that you will make it a priority to come. We will have a potluck dinner beforehand at 5:30pm before we meet at 6:30pm. Come, be encouraged, take part in making decisions, and fellowship with other members as we continue to strive together in seeing our families, our community and our world transformed by the power of God.
Serving Him with You,
Pastor Michael Nelson
Written by Pastor
Michael Nelson
Fighter Verse for the Week
"Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life; whoever does not obey the Son shall not see life, but the wrath of God remains on him." - John 3:36
Announcements:
Advent Devotionals: There are three options for Advent devotions available in our Welcome Center. The first one is free and it is titled, Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus. The second one is $10 and it is titled, Gifts of Grace. The last one is also $10 and it is titled, Come, Let us Adore Him. Feel free to check these out and get one for this Advent season.
Advent Music: Check out this playlist of 100 Advent songs put together by The Gospel Coalition: Spotify or Apple Music.
Members’ Meeting: On Sunday, December 11th, we will have our regularly scheduled quarterly members’ meeting at 6:30pm. There will be a complete potluck dinner beforehand at 5:30pm. Come and be encouraged through hearing updates regarding various ministries and participate in making decisions regarding the life and direction of the church.
Men’s Basketball: Immediately following the members’ meeting on Sunday night, December 11th, the Faith Center Gym will be open for basketball. Guys, plan on joining us to play.
Ladies’ Brunch and Crafting: Ladies of the church are invited to the Diaz home for a potluck brunch and crafting at 10am on Saturday, December 17th. More information can be found HERE and a signup sheet can be found on the bulletin board.
Christmas Caroling: On Wednesday, December 21st at 6:30pm, we will meet at the church to go out caroling to our shut-ins and our neighborhood.
Christmas Eve Service: Our Christmas Eve Candlelight Service will be held on December 24th at 6:00pm. On this evening, we will read the Christmas story, sing Christmas Songs together and hear a short Christmas message. Make plans to join us and invite your family and friends.
Volunteers Needed: Volunteers are still needed during the 10:30am nursery time. Check the update or email the office for more information on how you can serve. There will be no nursery for our Christmas Day service.
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering: Every year at this time, we raise funds to support missionaries all over the world who are serving with the International Mission Board (IMB). Our goal at First Baptist Church is to raise $10,000. If you haven’t already, will you consider partnering with us by giving, as we seek to support international missions? You can give on Sunday mornings through one of our offering boxes located in the foyer or the welcome center. Just mark your envelop as “missions” or “Lottie Moon.” Or you can give online HERE. Choose “missions” under the Fund tab. You can find more information about this offering HERE.
Men’s Retreat: On Saturday, January 23rd, the men will head to Emporia, KS for a day long men’s conference. The cost is $40. There is a sign-up sheet in the hallway. For more information about this conference, go HERE.
Awana
Join us for Awana Bible Clubs on Wednesday nights. Dinner is at 6:00pm and Awana Clubs are from 6:30-8:00pm.
Bible Study
Join us for Bible Study at 9:15am on Sunday mornings. Click HERE for more information.
Giving
To Give Online, Go HERE.
You can also mail your offering to: 1416 Main Street, Grandview, MO. 64030
Home Groups
Home Groups meet on the the first and third Sunday of each month. If you are interested in joining one, you can find more information HERE.
Prayer
An updated Prayer Guide can be accessed HERE.
Prepare for Sunday
Guide for Worship can be found HERE.
Worship Service
Worship Service begins at 10:30am on Sunday mornings. Nursery care for children ages 0-3 years is available during the worship hour.
Livestream
Continue to join us at 10:30am on Sunday mornings.
Facebook live: HERE.
YouTube: HERE.
Join us and invite a friend or family member to watch with you.
Sunday School
Children and Youth Sunday School take place at 9:15am on Sunday mornings.
Ages 0-4 meet in the nursery suite.
Grades K-3rd meet upstairs in U-5.
Grades 4th-6th meet upstairs in U-6.
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