Weekly Update – December 3rd, 2020
This week we will shift our focus a bit as we hear from a man who, for security purposes, we will refer to as JS. We will still light the advent wreath for the second week of advent and we will still sing Christmas songs as we anticipate the celebration of our Savior’s birth, but our focus during the time of preaching/teaching will be on international missions. JS and his family currently serve with the International Mission Board (IMB). They are here on furlough and looking to return next month. I am thrilled to have him here with us this week for not just our worship service, but also our Bible Study hour at 9:15am.
During our Bible Study hour I hope to give you a chance not only to get to know JS, but also to hear him speak on what it means to be a sending church. The International Mission Board (IMB) is the “umbrella” organization that our church partners with to send missionaries all over the world. But ultimately, we don’t rely upon the IMB to raise up, fund and support these missionaries. The IMB is merely an agent of the local church aimed at supporting the mission the church has been tasked with. It is the church that has been tasked with sending missionaries. Therefore, what does it look like to be a sending church and how do we grow in raising up missionaries? That is what JS is going to speak on. If you don’t typically come to Bible Study, I hope that you will join us this week at 9:15am.
Last week we began our focus on the Advent season, but as I said earlier, we will have a focus on international missions this Sunday. I hope that you will join us in person or via livestream as JS speaks.
Serving Him with You,
Pastor Michael Nelson
Written by Pastor
Michael Nelson
Announcements:
Christmas Baskets: This year we will be putting together 4 Christmas baskets. First Baptist will supply the turkeys, but we are asking you to help supply some of the other items. HERE is a list of what we need. Please drop these needed items in the basket in the foyer by December 13th.
Church Directory: In December we will begin the process of putting together a new church directory. This directory will come with a few more add-ons than our last one, one of which includes an online component. There is now only one day for pictures. That is Tuesday, December 8th. For others who are not able to have their pictures taken on this date, another date will be added in the spring. Go HERE for more information about how to sign up online for a slot, or sign up on Sunday morning in the welcome center.
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). The goal of the IMB is to raise 175 million dollars this year. Our goal at First Baptist Church is to raise $9000. 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.
Special Called Members’ Meeting: On Wednesday, December 9th, there will be a special called members’ meeting to approve the 2021 budget. We will meet in the sanctuary at 7:00pm.
Health Guidelines: With no changes from the Health Department, we will continue in Phase 2.5 here in Jackson County. That means masks are still required. You can find the official guideline on mask wearing from the health department HERE. You can also find a video that outlines what Phase 2.5 looks like for our church HERE.
Awana
Awana will restart on January 10th. Every Sunday at 5:45pm, children ages 3 years to 6th grade are invited to join us for Awana. You can view our health guidelines for this ministry HERE.
Bible Study
We will meet in the With the exception of this week, we are currently studying the book of James in our Bible Study hour. This week we will hear from JS during this hour. We will continue to meet in the Fellowship Hall this week and in the weeks to come in order to spread out and remain socially distanced. We will begin at 9:15am. You can find a video explaining what to typically expect in Bible Study HERE.
Giving
To Give Online, Go HERE.
You can also mail your offering to 1416 Main Street, Grandview, MO. 64030
Prayer
An updated Prayer Guide can be accessed HERE.
Prepare for Sunday
Guide for Worship can be found HERE.
Join us and invite a friend or family member to watch with you.
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. You can find the health guidelines for the nursery HERE.
Livestream
Continue to join us at 10:30am on Sunday mornings.
Facebook live: HERE.
YouTube: HERE.
Guide for Worship can be found 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.
Grades 1st – 5th meet upstairs in U-5.
You can find the health guidelines for these classes HERE.
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