FIRST WORD August 14 & 15, 2010

First Baptist Church Naples

The new Quiet Time year begins August 29.
New Quiet Time guides are on sale in the bookstore now.
PreK-Elementary are $12.00 each and Middle School-Adult
are $14.00 each. Also coming soon: online Quiet Time
guide.
 Devotion
It was a year ago this month that 1,800 of us began an exciting
journey of using the Word of Life Quiet Time Journal. It is the
first age-appropriate devotional guide that I have seen with
a long-range plan to read through the scriptures. Children,
youth, and adults have been blessed by this “One-Year Daily
Devotional”. To “devote” means to set apart for a special and
higher goal. Our goal is to know, love, hear, and worship God.
The Journal involves reading a brief passage of scripture and
commentary on that passage, asking key questions: “What is
the writer saying? How can I apply this to my life?” There is also an emphasis on
prayer for a nation or a people group, as well as a “Life Step” application. I have
learned something new each day. This encourages you to write out prayers, as
we “order prayer to God” (Psalm 5:3).
As we have read through various books such as the Psalms, Joshua, Revelation,
John, Proverbs, Hebrews, and 1 Corinthians, we have encountered the Living
Lord. We meditate on the truths and follow the example of Ezra who “devoted
himself to the study and observance of the law of the Lord and to teaching its
decrees and laws in Israel” (Ezra 7:1). I am asking that you “devote yourself” to
renew your commitment for this coming year beginning at the end of August.
May we not be lazy in our learning, lack passion in our pursuit of God, or be
condemned by Jesus’ words, “Have you not read?”
We are not trying to “dumb down” the devotional time nor are we seeking to put
God’s methods on the top shelf out of reach. My prayer is that you “Receive the
Word of God” (1 Thess. 2:13). In your reading, make sure that you are praying. In
your learning, make sure that you are living out His truth. Just as the Israelites
needed fresh manna in the mornings, so must we daily pray, “Give us this day
our daily bread.” The supply of yesterday has not carried over to today. Just
as I breathe fresh air moment by moment, I must draw from God’s boundless
resources on a regular basis.
Even if you were inconsistent in your discipline this past year, this is a great
opportunity to start over. Frankly, most of us miss a day or two or find passages
that we do not understand. Even Peter said that there were “some things hard
to understand in the epistles” (2 Peter 3:16). But “blessed is he who reads the
words … and takes to heart what is written” (Rev. 1:3).
Guest Reception
There is a guest reception in the Commons immediately following the Saturday
night and Sunday morning service. Come and meet Dr. Wicker.

Happy Birthday
Pastor!
We love you!
 New Class Starts August 24
For more information, or to register for this class, please visit the Dave
Ramsey’s Financial Peace University link on our website at www.fbcn.org.

Drama Auditions for

Living Christmas Trees!
Have you ever watched the Living Christmas Tree
presentations and wondered what it would be like
to have an active role in the casting of the program?
Then this is your opportunity. Drama auditions
will be held in the choir room on Saturday,
August 21, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and on
Sunday, August 22, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Information packets are available for pick up in the
Commons before and after all Worship Services.

Living Christmas Trees

Choir Retreat
Saturday, September 11 / 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Breakfast begins at 8:00 a.m.
Registration is $10 (includes breakfast & lunch)
Singing in the Living Christmas Trees is a wonderful opportunity to use
your gifts and talents to serve the Lord. Not only is it personally rewarding,
it is also a great way to share the gospel with our Naples community. We
saw over 160 people make professions of faith through last year’s LCT
ministry. For more information, please contact Keith Mattson in the Music
Office at 596-8600 x229 or email kmattson@fbcn.org.
 Calling all believers
to be
“Battle Ready”.
Ephesians 6:10-19

Prayer Surge is a church-

wide prayer emphasis.
Join us together as we
pray for...

Our SCHOOLS
“The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; Fools despise wisdom
and instruction.” --Proverbs 1:7

Praying For Our Teachers:

Pray for their safety and protection. Pray that they place their faith and trust
in God. Pray that they have God’s wisdom and direction in making their
decisions. Pray that they have love and compassion for every child’s well
being. Pray that they are fair in their dealings with their children. Pray that
they administer discipline and correction as Christ would. Pray that they do
everything in their power to love and protect the children.
• Pray for COURAGE: To teach moral values as well as facts from a book.
• Pray for WISDOM: To correct students fairly without infuriating them.
• Pray for PRESEVERANCE: To keep teaching...and teaching until the
lesson is learned.
• Pray for LOVE: That keeps no record of wrongs and is not easily
angered.
• Pray for CREATIVITY: To inspire each child to dream big dreams for
themselves and to reach for the stars.
• Pray for GENTLENESS: That remembers children are human clay that is
easily molded.
 Prayer Engine
Intercessory Ministry
Sign-up This Weekend in Commons
We have built a prayer engine web site which is extending the online
ministry of FBCN to people all over the world. This site has already been an
encouragement to people as prayer requests have been submitted and
more are being added. Please consider signing up to be involved on our
Prayer Engine Intercessory Ministry Team by becoming one of our prayer
warriors.
Training will be led by Greg Davidson
this Sunday, August 15 at 6:00 p.m.
in Room WC117.
Preschool Team
Guatemala
Mission Trip
Report
Twenty four of our people joined Orphan’s Heart (the international arm of
Florida Baptist Children’s Homes) to minister to 67 severely malnourished
children in the Children’s Malnutrition Center in San Juan, Guatemala. No one
was prepared to see children in the condition of Maria Acension (pictured).
This nearly two-year-old only weighs ten pounds and cannot stand or walk
due to malnutrition! Only two workers care for thirty infants, preparing
bottles, feeding, changing diapers and sheets, bathing, folding towels, and
washing dishes. As caring as they are, they cannot give the one-on-one
attention that these children so desperately need. Our team came alongside
the workers and cared for each child personally in every way, and many tears
were shed as we experienced the ravages of malnutrition. Pediatrician Dr.
Dulce Dudley examined each child in the center, administered necessary
treatment, and sent two critically ill children to the hospital. If she had not
gone on this trip, two precious lives would have been lost. Our men not only
cared for the children but also constructed a small house for an 82 year old
homeless woman. As many little eyes looked epectantly to us for help, the
words of Jesus rang in our hearts, “...whatever you did for one of the least of
these brothers of Mine, you did for Me.” --Matthew 25:40.

We are developing an ongoing relationship with this center through Orphan’s

Heart, and additional trips will be planned! For more information, check out
their site at www.orphansheart.org.
 Bill & Ginny Hanson
in the
Missions Kiosk
Bill & Ginny Hanson are missionaries with the Association of Baptists for
World Evangelism (ABWE). As missionaries, they assist ABWE missionaries
with building projects globally. Presently, they manage 70 building projects
in 20 different countries. The need is great to have Bill & Ginny come
alongside missionaries to assist with their building projects. Through this
process, the missionaries do not lose focus and valuable time that is needed
in their ministry. They have demonstrated through this building process
that they can save approximately 30-50% on building costs, making sure
Donor’s funds are used effectively. The end result is people coming to know
Christ. Since 1999, God has led the Hanson’s to South Africa, West Africa,
Ghana, Togo, The Gambia, Philippines, Kosovo, Portugal, Bangladesh, and
various portions of South America. God has used Bill & Ginny effectively in
this unique ministry to build churches, schools, mission hospitals, church
camps, and other Christian related facilities globally. Their prayer as they
serve God is that people will be saved or grow closer to Christ through
the projects that God has them involved in. They currently have a financial
shortfall of around $1,600 monthly to effectively facilitate their ministry
around the world. If you have any interest in supporting them financially,
or praying for them, please contact the Hanson’s at billh@abwe.org or
239-494-4883. Financial gifts are fully tax deductable and can also be sent
directly to the Association of Baptists for World Evangelism, Attn: Mr. Glenn
Priddy, P.O. Box 8585, Harrisburg, PA 17105. Please mark on the check that
this financial gift is for Bill & Ginny Hanson, Account #10000.
 CALLING ALL MEN
BAND OF BROTHERS
A Ministry for Men of All Ages
ACTS-TION HEROES FROM THE BOOK OF ACTS
Starting, Wednesday, September 1
6:25 – 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel
Speaker: Dr. Hayes Wicker
Food Drive

Helps Outreach is praising the Lord for

the donation of a new truck. Please help
us fill our new truck with food to go in
our almost empty food pantry.
The truck will be in the church parking
lot August 14, 15, 21, and 22.

Operation Christmas Child

Wrapping Party
Please join us as we wrap shoe boxes in Christmas paper for
needy children around the world. The next wrapping party is
Tuesday, August 24 in WC117 from 9:00 a.m. until noon.
We will again be participating with Samaritan’s Purse as we share the love of Jesus
through a simple gift. These gifts will be sent to children around the world with
the gospel message of Jesus Christ. For more information on this ministry, visit
www.samaritanspurse.org or call Jody Statile at 239-591-1895.
We need school supplies for the shoe boxes this year. Many stores are now having
sales. Anything you purchase and donate will be greatly appreciated.
Grief Share is for those who are hurting
because of the death of someone close
to them. Please tell your friends, co-
workers, or family members about this
ministry that helps them take steps
toward healing. Grief Share meets in AD145 from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.
each Thursday evening, starting August 26.
 Attention Parents of
Rising Kindergartners
Don’t forget to reserve your child’s spot for our Island
Kidz Bible Presentation on September 11 at 6:00 p.m.
or September 12 at 9:30 a.m. Pastor Wicker will present
each new kindergartner with a “Discoverer’s Bible”
during a worship service. Please call the Preschool
Office at 596-8600 x360 to make your reservation
no later than Friday, August 27.

Preschool Promotion
Weekend
Coming Soon!
Attention parents of Preschoolers: August 21st and 22nd will
be “Promotion Weekend”, where your child will move up to their
new class for the 2010-2011 school year. Jesus said, “Let the little
children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the
kingdom of God.” Teachers and helpers are needed for the 2010-2011 school
year to teach our Preschooler’s about Jesus’ love. Would you prayerfully consider
making a difference in the lives of young children at church? For more information
call Kim in the Preschool Office at 596-8600 ext. 360.

KidzTown Orientation
for incoming 1st graders
is coming soon!
Our 1st graders will be entering KidzTown ministries on promotion weekend
which is August 21st & 22nd. In preparation for this momentous event, KidzTown
is inviting all new 1st graders to come with their parents to a special meeting
where each will be introduced to the ministries of KidzTown and special “secrets”
that will enable them to get the most out of this ministry. There will be a special
“KidzTown” gift for each new 1st grader that attends this special event on August
19th at 6:30 p.m. in KidzTown Worship (Room DC120).

Benevolence Fund
Our Benevolence Fund is low, can you help? Our
Benevolence Committee gives financial assistance to
those in crisis. Please pray about making a donation to
our Benevolence Fund. Make your checks payable to First Baptist Church
Naples and mark in the memo area BN.
 Enjoy the God who
loves you more
than you ever
dreamed possible.
He will take your
breath away!

God loves us more than we know.

He gives us more than we can ask
or dream. He’s unrestrained . . .
excessive . . . outrageous . . . Over the Top.

over
thetop
speakers drama by musical guests special guest

patsy clairmont marilyn meberg sandi patty anita renfroe lisa whelchel nicole johnson mary beth and mandisa andy andrews
steven curtis chapman

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Saturday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Contact Information
• Reservations made under our group will have
reserved seating at the conference
Dates, locations, times and talent subject to change. Visit womenoffaith.com/fortlauderdale to see
Group Price who will appear. No refunds/exchanges. Over the Top is a production of Thomas Nelson Live Events.
 Monday, August 30 in Room DC121
beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Led by Senior Pastor Hayes Wicker, this

is a very informative dinner seminar. It
is held for those who are new to First
Baptist Church Naples, those who want to
join the church, or those who would like
more information about our church and
ministries. Please RSVP by calling 596-
8600 x679.
This dinner is designed for adults and children 11 and older. Childcare
is available for children 10 and younger by advanced reservation.
Please make your childcare reservation by calling 596-8600 x360
(please feed your child before they arrive at childcare).
 Truth Encounter
Led by Dr. Del Tackett
Friday, October 1
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
and Saturday, October 2
8:30 a.m. - Noon
Tickets are $10.00
Tickets are available beginning this weekend in the Bookstore (Commons)
and the Media Ministry counter (Courtyard). Ticket sales will also be held in
the Commons on Wednesday nights, August 18 & 25.
The Truth Project has only two more weeks left in this study.
The last session is Wednesday, August 25.
Personal Contact Information
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.
New session of Divorce Care
starts September 2nd at
6:30 p.m. in Room DC107.
For more information, please call Jim Hill at 596-8600 x242.

In Sympathy
The family of First Baptist Church Naples expresses our
deepest, heartfelt sympathy to the family of Gloria Hoysler
who passed away last week. She was an active member of
the Combs BLG.

Operation
Immokalee Project
Thanks to your generous gifts, families in
Kingdom Service was able to give over 90
backpacks filled with school supplies and
Bibles to the children in the Immokalee
Apartments. We had a great time serving
them, teaching them about King David’s
reign, and telling about Jesus’ love for
them. We were able to tell them about your love for them as well, and that
was unmistakable in the school supplies that you sent for them. Thank you
for being Jesus’ hands and feet and serving those you do not even know.
 Beginning August 31st
and
September 1st …

“She is clothed with strength and dignity.”

(Proverbs 31: 25a)

RefresHer Bible Study opportunities:

Tuesday a.m. Wednesday p.m.
(beginning Aug. 31st) (beginning Sept.1st)
9:00 Welcome & “Journey” Small Groups 6:30 Welcome & “Close Ties” Small Groups
10:00 Praise & Worship 7:00 Praise & Worship
10:15 Large Group Instruction 7:15 Large Group Instruction

We meet in the Worship Center, East Side

for both Bible Study times.

Book by Beth Moore; Accompanying

Scripture Study by Janet Wicker

Preschool childcare is wonderfully provided for both

sessions. It is important for you to call the Preschool Dept.
today at 596-8600 ext. 360 to pre-register your child.
 Upcoming Events
Saturday, August 14
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, August 15
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
9:30 a.m. Romanian Baptist/MODS 3 & 4/SC117
10:00 a.m. Vietnamese Bible Study and Worship/DC220
11:00 a.m. Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus
12:30 p.m. Hispanic Worship Service/Student Center
5:00 p.m. Romanian Baptist Congregation/Modulars 3 & 4
6:00 p.m. Prayer Engine Training/WC117
Monday, August 16
8:30 a.m. Planned Parenthood Prayer Protest/Planned Parenthood on Goodlette
Tuesday, August 17
7:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Women’s Step/DC107
7:00 p.m. The Vine College & Career Worship Service/Student Center
Wednesday, August 18
4:45 p.m. Family Meal/Gym
6:20 p.m. Wacky Wednesdays (Children 1-4 grades)/DC120
6:30 p.m. Men’s and Women’s Ministries Truth Project/Worship Center
6:30 p.m. High School Ministry/Student Center
6:30 p.m. Middle School Ministry/New Gym
6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room
8:00 p.m. Orchestra Rehearsal/Worship Center
Thursday, August 19
11:30 a.m. Senior Adult Luncheon/WC117
6:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery/Student Center

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 please 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, the Commons, or the
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!
Last Weekend
DecisionsFor
Decisions for Christ Worship Attendance
Statement of Faith Membership by August 7 & 8
Michelle Blackmon Letter Saturday Night Total 1,199
Baptism Allison Bowlin Sunday Morning 9:30 1,468
Carol Bowlin Total 2,667
Garik Dillon David Bowlin
Jon Bowlin

Bible & Life Attendance

Financial Stewardship August 7 & 8
2010-2011 Operating Revenues Saturday Night 885
July 1, 2010 - August 8, 2010 Sunday 8:15 18
Budget Actual Variance Sunday 11:00 872
$681,740 $598,418 ($83,322) Home Groups 77
Total 1,852
Debt balance as of August 8 = $11,455,086
Next Week
Deacon of the Week Dr. Wicker on the Radio
August 16th - August 22 You can hear Dr. Wicker every day at
Lloyd Montgomery & Jack Adair 1:00 p.m. on 91.5 Kingdom FM WJYO.
Dr. Wicker is also on WSOR 90.9 FM
If you need assistance, please call the church
at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday evenings, and
deacon hotline at 800-732-9573. on Praise FM 89.5 at 1:30 p.m. Sunday
For Spanish, call 601-6051. afternoons.
Wednesday Family Meal
Meal for August 18th (4:45 p.m. GYM)
Barbeque Beef, Baked Beans, Potatoes, Salad, Roll, and Dessert
Tickets may be purchased at the Lighthouse Cafe during regular business hours or at the
door for $5.50 each or $22.00 for a family (please, immediate family residing in home).
Alternate choices include grilled chicken breast, hamburger, pizza, or a grilled foot long hot dog.

Cafe’ Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Closed
Wednesday 5:00 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.
Bookstore Hours
Monday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.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
 Faith Riders is a Christ-centered, faith based motorcycle ministry
with a passion for sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ within the
motorcycle community.

Our first meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 9th at

7:00pm in The Commons.

This ministry is open to both male & female riders. Those without
a bike are welcome as well.

Please contact Rick Mercer at 239-691-2018 for more

information.

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
Nathan Gaddis............................................................................. Worship/Creative Arts Associate
Steve Hayes.......................................................................... Associate Pastor/Biblical Counseling
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
John Patterson....................................................................Associate Pastor/Media & Technology
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