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WEEKLY SUMMARY DECISIONS SEPTEMBER 9, 2007 Salvation In Christ Kevin J. Anderholm, S2BB Baptized Annie E. Foley, S2BB Evin R. Macaluso, MYEA Mikah R. Palermo, MYEA Emmely Saman, MYBC Eric W. Wisdom, MYDA For Baptism Levin Gomez, CDEA From Other Fellowships Brad L. Baldree, MYBA Jennifer L. Baldree, MYBA Bryan E. Hancock, MYBK Jennifer A. Hancock, MYBK Susie Keig, AUCD Natalie A. Kirchhoff, ACBA Russell L. Moncrief, S2DA Melba Robb, AUCP Gary D. Stieber, AUCF Melba Stieber, AUCF John E. White, AUCC Maria Fe G. White, AUCC ATTENDANCE, SEP. 9, 2007 Sunday Bible Study ....................3,364 Missions Bible Study...................1,504 Weekday Bible Study ..................1,321 Total ............................................6,189 Wednesday Night ...........................909 GIVING WEEK ENDING SEP. 9, 2007 Tithes & Offerings..................$222,347 Weekly Requirements ...........$271,158 Over/(Under) .........................$(48,811) Designated Gifts ......................$25,249 Over/(Under) for Sep. ...........$(53,801) Please complete tear-off and place in the offering plate. I am a member of Houston’s First Baptist Church. I am a member of another church in the city. I am not a member of a church in the Houston area. Please accept in the mail a complimentary 4-week subscription to our newsletter, “The First Edition”. I would like to talk to someone about the Christian life. I would like to talk to someone about Church membership. I prayed to receive Christ today. Please contact me with more information about HFBC ministries. I would like to receive information about Sunday Bible Studies. Guests: How did you hear about First Baptist? Newspaper, Magazine, or Internet Ad (name) Phone Book/Yellow Pages Invited by a friend or family member HFBC Website Radio Other (describe) Name: Address: Apt #: City: State: Zip: Hm # (his) ( ) Hm # (hers) ( ) Wk # (his) ( ) Wk # (hers) ( ) e-Mail (his) Address: (hers) Birth (his) Date: (hers) School Grade: Marital Status: Single Married (# of years) ______ Widowed Engaged _______________ LET’S GET ACQUAINTED Check if this is a change of address. Please send me the church newsletter for 4 weeks. September 16, 2007 FIRST EDITION Newsletter & Worship Guide Volume 37, Number 37 Houston’s FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH • www.HoustonsFirst.org 713.681.8000 THE CHURCH IS STILL A COMMUNITY –P ART 1 Acts 2:42–45 This Sunday, September 16, Pastor Gregg begins the 2–part series entitled “The Church is still a COMMUNITY” Pastor Gregg Matte Sunday Bible Studies Available: • 8:00, 9:10 & 10:30 AM • 12:00 & 5:15 PM ...connecting the Body from Sunday to Sunday! Join the HFBC family on Wednesday evenings for MidLink–an evening of food and activities for all ages! Take a step in the right direction. Join a Milestones Class today. Go to HoustonsFirst.org and click on “Milestones” for a complete list of classes. The Gathering Band is looking for new singers and players. Interviews on September 27 and September 29. Check out the Music & Worship Ministry page at HoustonsFirst.org for details. New Talent Search Before you leave today, complete the enclosed claim ticket and submit it at one of the distribution points throughout the church to receive your Be A Part Of The Story information packet! Worship Guide September 16, 2007, 9:10 AM The Assembly Prelude All Glory, Laud, and Honor Orchestra Our Songs Of Joyful Praise The Name of the Lord Glorious Is Thy Name (85) Majesty (74) How Great Thou Art (4) Prayer and Welcome Baptism Songs of Worship All the Way My Savior Leads Me (460) God Will Make a Way Worship Through Giving Message in Song Thou, O Lord Choir and Orchestra Message The Church is still a COMMUNITY – Part 1 Acts 2:42–45 Pastor Gregg Matte Our Response I Surrender All (366) Dismissed to Lives of Worship Organ Postlude Paula Blackmon For the purpose of love and support of the Body, everyone is encouraged to stay through the decision time. Thank you for turning off your cell phones during the service. Gregg Matte, Pastor Kyle Chamblin, Worship Leader Guest Worship Leaders Today’s guest worship leader in The Assembly is Kyle Chamblin, worship leader and a member of the Singing Churchmen. Upcoming Assembly guest worship leaders: September 23: Keith Jefferson September 30: Travis Cottrell, recording artist, composer and worship leader from Nashville, TN. October 7: Chuck Sullivan, recording artist, featured soloist and worship leader from Atlanta, GA. ANNOUNCEMENTS STUDENT MINISTRIES Midlink Schedule AMP High School mid–week gathering 6:30–7:00 PM AMP Eatery 7:00–8:30 PM AMP Room 363 (Student Ministry area) Launch Middle School mid–week gathering 4:30–5:45 PM Ignition Night Games (1st Wednesday of the month) 5:45–6:15 PM Launch Pizzeria 6:15–7:45 PM Launch Room 364 (Student Ministry area) Advance Gifts to Capital Campaign During the weeks of September 24–28 and October 1–5, Sunday Bible study teachers and directors, church committee members, Deacons and others in leadership positions at HFBC will attend a series of meetings for the purpose of receiving financial commitments to the upcoming capital campaign in advance of the congregation. If you would like to attend one of these meetings to learn how you, too, can be a part of the advance gifts process, please call Kristina West at 281.213.9166 or Kim Williams at 713.426.5734 for available times and locations. CAPITAL CAMPAIGN Main Foyer after Ascend Coffee • Tea • Fellowship

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WEEKLY SUMMARY

DECISIONS SEPTEMBER 9, 2007Salvation In Christ

Kevin J. Anderholm, S2BB

BaptizedAnnie E. Foley, S2BBEvin R. Macaluso, MYEAMikah R. Palermo, MYEAEmmely Saman, MYBCEric W. Wisdom, MYDA

For BaptismLevin Gomez, CDEA

From Other FellowshipsBrad L. Baldree, MYBAJennifer L. Baldree, MYBABryan E. Hancock, MYBKJennifer A. Hancock, MYBKSusie Keig, AUCDNatalie A. Kirchhoff, ACBARussell L. Moncrief, S2DAMelba Robb, AUCPGary D. Stieber, AUCFMelba Stieber, AUCFJohn E. White, AUCCMaria Fe G. White, AUCC

ATTENDANCE, SEP. 9, 2007Sunday Bible Study ....................3,364Missions Bible Study...................1,504Weekday Bible Study ..................1,321Total ............................................6,189

Wednesday Night...........................909

GIVING WEEK ENDING SEP. 9, 2007Tithes & Offerings..................$222,347Weekly Requirements ...........$271,158Over/(Under) .........................$(48,811)Designated Gifts......................$25,249Over/(Under) for Sep. ...........$(53,801)

Please complete tear-off and place inthe offering plate.❒ I am a member of Houston’s First Baptist

Church.

❒ I am a member of another church in thecity.

❒ I am not a member of a church in theHouston area.

Please accept in the mail acomplimentary 4-week subscription toour newsletter, “The First Edition”.

❒ I would like to talk to someone aboutthe Christian life.

❒ I would like to talk to someone aboutChurch membership.

❒ I prayed to receive Christ today.

❒ Please contact me with more informationabout HFBC ministries.

❒ I would like to receive information aboutSunday Bible Studies.

Guests: How did you hear aboutFirst Baptist?

❒ Newspaper, Magazine, or Internet Ad(name)

❒ Phone Book/Yellow Pages❒ Invited by a friend or family member❒ HFBC Website ❒ Radio❒ Other (describe)

Name:

Address:

Apt #: City:State: Zip:

Hm # (his) ( )

Hm # (hers) ( )

Wk # (his) ( )

Wk # (hers) ( )

e-Mail (his)Address: (hers)

Birth (his)Date: (hers)School Grade:

Marital Status: ❒ Single ❒ Married (# of years) ______

❒ Widowed ❒ Engaged _______________

LET’S GET ACQUAINTED

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❒ Please send me the church newsletter for 4 weeks.

September 16, 2007

FIRST EDITIONNewsletter & Worship Guide

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Houston’s FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH • www.HoustonsFirst.org

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THE CHURCH IS STILL A COMMUNITY – PART 1Acts 2:42–45

This Sunday, September 16, Pastor Greggbegins the 2–part series entitled

“The Church is still a COMMUNITY”

Pastor Gregg Matte

SundayBibleStudiesAvailable:

• 8:00, 9:10 & 10:30 AM

• 12:00 & 5:15 PM

...connecting the Body fromSunday to Sunday!

Join the HFBC family onWednesday evenings for

MidLink–an evening of food andactivities for all ages!

Take a step in the right direction.Join a Milestones Class today.Go to HoustonsFirst.org and click on “Milestones” for acomplete list of classes.

The Gathering Band islooking for new singersand players. Interviewson September 27 andSeptember 29.Check out the Music &Worship Ministry page atHoustonsFirst.org for details.

New Talent Search

Before you leave today, completethe enclosed claim ticket andsubmit it at one of the distributionpoints throughout the church toreceive your Be A Part Of TheStory information packet!

Worship GuideSeptember 16, 2007, 9:10 AM

The Assembly

PreludeAll Glory, Laud, and Honor

Orchestra

Our Songs Of Joyful PraiseThe Name of the Lord

Glorious Is Thy Name (85)Majesty (74)

How Great Thou Art (4)

Prayer and Welcome

Baptism

Songs of WorshipAll the Way My Savior Leads Me (460)

God Will Make a Way

Worship Through Giving

Message in SongThou, O Lord

Choir and Orchestra

MessageThe Church is still a COMMUNITY – Part 1

Acts 2:42–45Pastor Gregg Matte

Our ResponseI Surrender All (366)

Dismissed to Lives of Worship

Organ PostludePaula Blackmon

For the purpose of love and support ofthe Body, everyone is encouraged to

stay through the decision time.

Thank you for turning off your cellphones during the service.

Gregg Matte, PastorKyle Chamblin, Worship Leader

Guest Worship LeadersToday’s guest worship leader in TheAssembly is Kyle Chamblin, worshipleader and a member of the SingingChurchmen.Upcoming Assembly guest worshipleaders:September 23: Keith JeffersonSeptember 30: Travis Cottrell, recordingartist, composer and worship leaderfrom Nashville, TN.October 7: Chuck Sullivan, recordingartist, featured soloist and worshipleader from Atlanta, GA.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

STUDENT MINISTRIES

Midlink ScheduleAMPHigh School mid–week gathering6:30–7:00 PM AMP Eatery7:00–8:30 PM AMP Room 363 (Student Ministry area)

LaunchMiddle School mid–weekgathering4:30–5:45 PM Ignition Night Games (1st Wednesday of the month)5:45–6:15 PM Launch Pizzeria6:15–7:45 PM Launch Room 364 (Student Ministry area)

Advance Gifts to CapitalCampaignDuring the weeks of September 24–28and October 1–5, Sunday Bible studyteachers and directors, churchcommittee members, Deacons andothers in leadership positions at HFBCwill attend a series of meetings for thepurpose of receiving financialcommitments to the upcoming capitalcampaign in advance of thecongregation. If you would like to attendone of these meetings to learn how you,too, can be a part of the advance giftsprocess, please call Kristina West at281.213.9166 or Kim Williams at713.426.5734 for available times andlocations.

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

Main Foyer after AscendCoffee • Tea • Fellowship

Thursday Noon Bible StudySeptember 20. 11:30 AM, Fellowship Center. Minister Larry Lilley begins a newseries to teach the deep things of God’s Word. Have lunch at the Garden Caféor bring a lunch…just come and have a great time of fellowship with the Word.

Celebration Thursday LunchThursday, September 27, 11:30 AM, Green Room. Gary R. Smith is the specialguest for this covered dish lunch. We provide the entrée, bread and drinks; YOUbring the veggies, salads and desserts. Reservations are not required, but doeshelp in planning.

Gaither Holiday ConcertFriday, November 30. Berry Center. Cost: $30. Welcome the holiday seasonwith all your favorite singers. Sign up early. Transportation provided. For reservation or information about any of these events, call the AdultEnrichment office at 713.957.7691 or email [email protected].

PASTORAL CARE UPDATE

Now Available!Latest pastoral updates on the web

http://www.houstonsfirst.org/pastoral_care/pastoral_care.htm

BIRTHS: Pastor Gregg, the staff andpeople of the First Family extendcongratulations to:

Tyler & Lauren Self, in the birth of theirdaughter, Ava Elizabeth. Grandparents:David & Bonnie Self. GreatGrandmothers: Galelia Self and RoseMurphey. Aunt and Uncle: Adam &Stephanie Self. Cousins: Sarah Graceand Charlotte Rose.

Bill & Shannon Rademacher, in theadoption of, Sarah Nichols.

Brandon & Jeannine Cavazos, in thebirth of their daughter, Julia Lauren.Siblings: Jackson and Jacob.

Jeff & Amy Savoie, in the birth of theirdaughter, Courtney Dergara. Siblings:Jeffrey & Allyson. Grandparents: Frank& Hilda Hernandez.

SYMPATHY: Pastor Gregg, the staff andpeople of the First Family extendsympathy to:

Juanita Loftin, in the death of her sister,Carolyn Lee. Niece: Yoshika Lowe.

James & Lisa Jones, in the death of hermother, Jane Hale.

Family and Friends, in the death ofErnestine Garrison.

Family and Friends, in the death ofRodney Pearce.

LaRue & Beverly Coleman, in the deathof her mother, Mary Walker.

Thomas & Carolyn Keith, in the death ofher mother, Birdie Branham.

Adam & Carissa Robertson, in thedeath of his grandfather, and Lillian, inthe death of her great–grandfather.

❊ Memorial Acknowledgements will bemailed to the family. Please watch theFirst Edition for all other Honorariums.

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Invite family, friends, and neighborsto HFBC. Take this opportunity to letothers know about the Sunday Nightservice “Ascend” @ 6:30 PM

(Bible Study for All Ages @ 5:15 PM)

HFBC BUSINESS CARDS

Sunday Schedule:9:10 AMThe Assembly (Choir & Orchestra)10:45 AMThe Gathering (Gathering Band)6:30 PMAscend(Ascend Band)

Bible Study:8:00 AMAdults9:10 & 10:30 AM,12:00 & 5:15 PMAll Ages

Gregg Matte, Pastor <<•>> www.HoustonsFirst.org

Sunday Schedule:9:10 AMThe Assembly (Choir & Orchestra)10:45 AMThe Gathering (Gathering Band)6:30 PMAscend(Ascend Band)

Bible Study:8:00 AMAdults9:10 & 10:30 AM,12:00 & 5:15 PMAll Ages

Gregg Matte, Pastor <<•>> www.HoustonsFirst.org

7401 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77024713.681.8000 • www.HoustonsFirst.org

ADULT ENRICHMENT MINISTRIES

First H.O.P.E. Job MinistryHelping Others Procure EmploymentFirst Saturday of each month, 9:00 AM–NOON, Room 602.

Divorce Carewith Danny & Cindy Davis, Wednesdays, 7:00–8:30 PM, Room 265.

Overcoming DepressionWednesdays, 7:00–8:30 PM, Room 318. Studying “Bondage Breaker.”

Celebrate Recovery (2nd Friday of each month is Solid Rock Café, 9:45 PM)Fridays, 6:00–9:00 PM, Rooms 362/363. Call Greg Curnutte, 713.335.6465or go to www.HoustonsFirst.org/Counseling/celebrate_recovery.htm.

COUNSELING MINISTRY 713/335-6462

ADULT MINISTRIES

MondaysEphesians (10 weeks)Sandy Wright, [email protected] Date: Now through November 12,6:30–8:30 PM. Room 258.

Marriage without Regrets (16 weeks)Danny & Cindy Davis - Home Study(Spring Branch Area)[email protected] Date: Now through January 14,6:30–8:30 PM.

Revelation Part IIIBarbara Evans – Home Study (KatyArea) [email protected] Date: Now through December 3,7:00–9:00 PM.

TuesdaysJohn Part I (18 weeks)Cathy Wright [email protected] Date: Now through January 15,9:30 AM–12:00 PM. Room 258.

WednesdaysGenesis The Creation Part I (6 weeks)The Fall, The Flood and The NationsPart II (4 weeks)Robert & Denice [email protected] Date: Now through November 21,6:30–8:30 PM. Room 331.

Romans Part I(14 weeks)Carlos Gutierrez – Home Study(Spring Branch Area) 281.236.6989Start Date: September 26 – January 30, 6:30–8:30 PM.

ThursdaysCovenant(12 weeks)Denise Skorka, [email protected] Date: Now through December 11,9:30 AM–12:00 PM. Room 331.

Precepts

Single Ladies Mini Car Clinic Saturday, September 22. 8:00 AM, South Parking Lot. Ladies, bring your car foran oil change or minor repairs. Excellent mechanics will diagnose problems andhandle repairs. Pay only for the oil or parts, labor is free. Registration required.

IMPACT Bible StudyFriday, September 28. 7:00 PM, Oasis Room.Jason Swiggart will bring the Bible Study as the IMPACT Band adds the music.Join singles as we fellowship around God’s Word. Refreshments follow the study.Also, we will prepare for Servant Saturday on September 29.

Servant Saturday Saturday, September 29. TBA.Help our community and church by doing “Acts of Kindness.” Projects includereplacing ceiling fans, construction, painting, lawn care, minor repairs, minorplumbing and more.

For information or to register for any IMPACTMinistry event, please call 713.957.7691 oremail [email protected].

IMPACT MINISTRIES - SINGLES 40–60

Open HouseThursday, September 20.5:00 PM Early Bird Open House: FBA Lower School

FBA Primary School Dinner: Oasis Room5:30 PM FBA Lower and Middle School Dinner: Fellowship Center6:30 PM Open House: Lower School and Middle School

Middle School RallyAn invitation for 2008–09 Prospective Middle School Students…Please join us to meet our students and wonderful teachers…

When: Monday, October 1Time: 6:00–7:45 PM

Where: HFBC Student Center (3rd Floor)Chow: Pizza, Marble Slab Ice Cream, and Beverages will be servedRSVP: Allison Smith or Ashley Rhodes at 713.290.2524

FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY

7401 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77024713.681.8000 • www.HoustonsFirst.org

Off–Site Parking: An Important Ministry! When you park off–site, you free up aparking space and make room forsomebody to be ministered to onSunday morning — somebody whomay otherwise drive away due to a lackof parking! Not sure where to go? Referto the map of available parking options,shuttle routes, and drop–off/pick–uplocations. Parking off–site is an easyway to support the ministry of HFBC!

Chronological Bible StoryingWednesdays through September 26,6:30–8:00 PM, Room 251Teacher: Peter Swann

Devotionals, Journaling &Memorizing God’s WordSundays through September 30,5:00–6:15 PM, Connection CenterTeachers: William & Nancy Taylor

Evangelism ExplosionSundays through November 115:00–6:15 PM, Fellowship CenterTeachers: David Self or Larry Lilley

International Student FriendshipMinistry OrientationThursday, September 20 7:00–8:30 PM, Connection CenterSaturday, September 229:30–11:00 AM, Connection CenterTeacher: Marie Downing

Pathlight Towards Global Awareness(Formerly Perspectives Exposure)Sundays, October 7–November 18,5:00–6:15 PM, Room 252Teacher: Roger Javens

Pastors’ MentoringTuesdays, October 9, November 13,December 11, 7:00 PM, Room 263Teachers: Pete Slagle & Harvey Kneisel

Intro to SpanishSundays through October 75:00–6:15 PM, Room 329Teacher: Senny Smith

Spanish ISundays through November 115:00–6:15 PM, Room 336Teacher: Jesse Moya

Spanish IISundays through November 115:00–6:15 PM, Room 331Teacher: Obed Franco

Spanish IIIWednesdays through November 146:30–8:00 PM, Room 334Teacher: Noel May

Water Health & HygieneSundays through September 30,5:00–6:15 PM, Room 270 Teachers: Becky Morris & Cherie Jones

Water Well 101Sundays through September 30,5:00–6:15 PM, Room 259Teacher: Richard Bell

To sign up for classes go toHoustonsFirst.org and click on“Sign Up For Events” or call theMissions & Connection Centerat 713.957.5861or [email protected]

Invite family, friends, and neighborsto HFBC. Take this opportunity to letothers know about the Sunday Nightservice “Ascend” @ 6:30 PM

(Bible Study for All Ages @ 5:15 PM)

HFBC BUSINESS CARDS

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BC, JS, KB, and YP, AsiaKeith A, and Kevin B, Central Asia Grace P, Last FrontierDeborah E, Jon P, Judy A, Karen G, and Marc H, Pacific RimMyron W, South AsiaElisabeth Faile, West Africa

MISSIONARY BIRTHDAYS 9/16Men’s Life: The Quest for Authentic Manhood“The Quest” is a 24–week study beginning thisFall at HFBC. A morning session led by EricReed, Gregg Matte, Don Munton and JasonSwiggart Thursdays, from 6:00–7:30 AM.A DVD–based evening session begins Sunday, September 16, from5:00–6:30 PM. Registration is required. Cost: $20 before September 9 ($25after). To register, visit www.HoustonsFirst.org and click on “Sign Up ForEvents.” For more information, call 713.957.7681.

Children’s Teachers NeededThe Missions Training Center is looking for children’s teachers to help withpreschoolers on Wednesdays (7:00–8:15 PM) and Sundays (10:15 AM–12:15 PM)and also the 1st–2nd grade class Sundays (11:00 AM–12:15 PM). If interested,call Christa Copenhaver at 713.681.3521.

Volunteers Needed—Stand in the Gap Stand in the Gap™(SITG) reaches out to widows, the fatherless, the elderly, thelonely and those transitioning out of prison. In very simple terms SITG is aministry that helps people with needs by surrounding them with a new family, aspiritual family. Volunteers will serve as mentors, following God’s direction as Hetransforms individuals, families and communities. Each group consists of 6–8people. For more information or to volunteer, call Sue Hurst at 713.681.3521.

MISSIONS TRAINING CENTER

MEN’S MINISTRY

2008 Holy Land TourMarch 10-24, 2008

See more thanfifty Biblicaland Historicalsites in God’schosen landas we tour

Israel. It will be one of the mostamazing and life changing events ofyour life. You will return with a greaterunderstanding and deeperappreciation of God’s word.

There is no question we live in the“last days” - this might be your “lastchance” to visit the Holy Land. Wehave space for 42 with more than halfreserved. For more information call:

Rick and Peggy Jones713.562.4107/713.957.6760 or

Jim and Wanda Jean Hickey281.496.1525

New Class - History of Christianity: The Reformation PeriodWednesdays, September 19–October 17, 6:30–8:00 PM, Room 335.This five class study will cover the Reformation period, including:Martin Luther and the formation of the Lutheran churchJohn Calvin and the Reformed churchesThe radical reformation including the AnabaptistsThe formation of the Anglican Church in England and Henry VIII’s roleThe Roman Catholic Counter Reformation

For a complete list of MidLink classesavailable go to www.HoustonsFirst.org andclick on “MidLink.”

MIDLINK

The Beginner’s Bible Book Of Devotions: My Time With God by CatherineDeVries, The Jesus Storybook Bible: Every Story Whispers His Name by SallyLloyd-Jones, and My Lulla Bible A To Z Promise Book by Stephen Elkins givenby the Preschool Division in memory of Edward Mike, father of Dorothy Loweand grandfather of Brenda Lowe.It’s All About Him: Finding the Love Of My Life by Denise Jackson withEllen Vaughn given by the Faith Class in memory of Johnnie Abercia.The Case For the Real Jesus: A Journalist Investigates Current Attacks Onthe Identity Of Christ by Lee Strobel and Heaven Is Real: Lessons On EarthlyJoy – From the Man Who Spent 90 Minutes In Heaven by Don Piper and CecilMurphey given by Frank and Louise Campbell in honor of Dr. Hollis and DorisBivens’ 60th wedding anniversary.Completely His: Loving Jesus Without Limits by Shannon Ethridge given bythe Victory Class in memory of Lela Stokes, mother of Jo StokesDaily Life In Palestine At the Time Of Christ by Henri Daniel-Rops given byMike, Frances, Matthew, and Ben Kirk in memory of H. L. Kirk, father of Mike Kirk.Other new materials include:When You’ve Been Wronged: Overcoming Barriers To Reconciliationby Erwin W. LutzerWhat’s the Big Deal About Jesus? by John Ankerberg & Dillon Burroughs

GIFTS AND MEMORIALS TO THE SLOAN MEMORIAL LIBRARY

MISSIONS MINISTRY

Park Temple Baptist Church NeedsPark Temple Baptist Church needs an electrician to help desperately, ifinterested, please call Harvey Kneisel at 832.671.1956.

North Central Baptist Church NeedsNorth Central Baptist Church is looking for Adult Leaders including: ComputerTeacher, Men’s Sunday School Teacher and Children’s Workers. For moreinformation, call 713.692.6316.

MISSIONS MINISTRY

Missionary U Opportunities

Dear Sweet Church,Words are so inadequate to expressour gratitude for the many ways youhave ministered to us these pastthree months. Throughout thelosses of my two sisters, a brother-in-law, and our son, Blair’s heartattack, you have reminded us ofGod’s unfailing grace. It has been adifficult walk, but through yourloving kindness, prayers, andencouraging cards, the Lord hasgiven us strength for the journey!May He bless you according to Hisriches in Christ Jesus! We love youand praise God for you!

Veva & Leon SavageRomans 8:18

PilatesWednesdays and Fridays, 6:15–7:00 AM; Tuesdays, 9:15–10:00 AM.CLC University Room. Free with CLC membership.

ABs and BackThursdays, September and October only. 12:15–12:45 PM.CLC University Room. Decrease your waistline whilestrengthening the back! Free with CLC membership.

Get It in Gear CampStarts September 18. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 AM.Progressive in nature, this eight week class will lay a properfoundation for safe and effective exercise. Be challenged, getstronger. Free with CLC membership.

Apex/Guardian Taekwon Do Mondays and Thursdays, 4:15–5:30 PM. $85 a month. Learn self-defense,discipline, coordination and self-confidence while getting a great workout.Beginner to intermediate classes. For more information or to sign up, callDebbie Brown at 713.957.6701 or email [email protected].

Intramural Co–Ed Flag FootballNow through October 6. Quillian Center – Beltway 8 & Westpark. Doubleheader games on Saturdays at 12:30 PM. Guaranteed one Friday night game inSeptember at 7, 8, & 9 PM. Top (8) teams advance to Tournament on Saturday,October 6. Cost: $25 per person. Still time to sign up at summitministries.org.

WEDNESDAY SCHEDULE

MidLink Cafe A casual dining experience with eightdifferent stations designed to appeal to allage groups and diets. Come buildrelationships while you enjoy a greatmeal. Adults: $6; Sr. Adults: $5; Children:$4.50. Price includes all stations: drinks,desserts, baked potato, pasta, bread,salad, soup, kids, and occasional hotspecials. 4:45–6:45 PM, Fellowship Center

Each Wednesday, Lowerlevel of the 1010 LamarBuilding. Lunch availablefor $6.00, 11:30 AM. BibleStudy begins 12:10 PM andends 12:40 PM.September 19: David Self…“KingdomAuthority” Mark 1:21-45.

WEDNESDAY NIGHTBIBLE STUDY with Rick Jones.A mid–week service for the entireHFBC family. Wednesday at 7:00 PM

in the Fellowship Center. A new8–week series for September andOctober entitled: “What’s Luv Got toDo With It?” (A study in relationships).

WNBS

Tuesday MorningM&M Bible Study – Study of ActsFor women of all agesTaught by Merle Jordan10:30 AM–12:00 PM, ChapelNow through November 13

Women on Missionswith Bonnie Craig11:45 AM–1:00 PM, Fellowship Center AMeets year round

Prayer Timewith Delores Niles1:00 PM, Fellowship Center AMeets year round

Motherwise - “Wisdom for Mothers”with Claire Turner9:30 AM–12:30 PM, Room 249Now through November 13

Tuesday EveningLiving Proof with Beth MooreIt’s Tough Being a Woman: A Studyof the Book of Esther11 consecutive Tuesday evenings6:30–8:30 PM, Worship CenterNow through November 13

Wednesday Morning(beginning September 12)Age of Opportunity: A Biblical Guideto Parenting Teenswritten by David Trippfacilitated by Lisa Taylor9:30–11:30 AM, Room 251Now through October 24

Piece Makers10:00 AM–12:00 PM, Room 143Now through November 14

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers)Kimberlee Johannesen, Coordinator9:30 AM–12:00 PM, Room 249Now through December 51st & 3rd Wednesday of the month

Wednesday NightJoy of Living - Study of RevelationTaught by Denise Munton7:00–8:45 PM, Room 263/264Now through November 14

Thursday MorningJoy of Living – Study of RevelationTaught by Marsha Taylor9:45 AM–12:00 PM, Room 249Now through November 15

Sacred Influence – What a ManNeeds from His Wife to Be theHusband She WantsWritten by Gary ThomasTaught by Lisa Calvert9:30–11:30 AM, Room 143Now through November 15

Thursday EveningThe Missing Peace: FindingEncouragement on the Journey ofInfertilitywith Alissa Franklin6:30–8:30 PM, Room 249Now through November 1

Friday NightPicture Perfectwith Dana O’Neal and Alissa Franklin7:00–11:00 PM, Room 143*First Friday of the monthSeptember – December* November’s meeting will be in the

Green Room.

MINISTRY CHILDCARE:Childcare available by pre–registrationfor all daytime studies on Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday. Childcare isalso available for night time studies onWednesday. For more childcareinformation contact Sheri Greer in thePreschool Ministry at 713.957.7619 or713.957.7614.

WOMENS MINISTRIES BIBLE STUDIES

SUMMIT MINISTRIES – YOUNG SINGLES

Fall Bible Study Opportunities for Women

RECREATION MINISTRY

Orchestra Rehearsal (by audition)7:00–8:30 PM, Worship CenterChoir Rehearsal 7:00–8:45 PM

Mission Friends Birth–K5:45–8:30 PM, Preschool SuiteExplore: Bible study and recreation,1st–5th grade, 7:00–8:45 PM, CLCGirls in Action (GAs) 1st–5th grade,3:30–4:30 PM, Room 507Royal Ambassadors (RAs) 1st–5thgrade, 3:30–4:30 PM, Room 508TeamKid 1st–5th grade, 6:00–7:00 PM,CLC University Room Sloan Library/Resource CenterOpen until 6:50 PM

Garden Bookstore 9:00 AM–7:30 PM

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The Parent ConnectionWHAT IS IT?A time for parents of students to meet together tofellowship, grow and be informed. You will receiveparenting resources and hear from guest speakerswho are experts in their field. Most of all you willhave an opportunity to be involved in the HUBStudent Ministry.

The first time we meet, Doug Bischoff, our new Minister to Students will beleading. He has a heart for parents and will share his vision for the students atHouston’s First, upcoming dates for Student Ministry events, and a gift that willbe a wonderful resource for every family.

WHEN IS IT?Sunday, September 23, (Middle School Parents) 10:45 AM or 5:00 PM

Sunday, September 30, (High School Parents) 10:45 AM or 5:00 PM

* If you have both a Middle School student and a High School student, you canattend whichever meeting is best for your family.

WHERE IS IT?Room 363 for all meeting times. Room 363 is located on the 3rd floor in theStudent Ministry area.

If you have any questions or need more information, please call the StudentMinistry Office at 713.957.7631.

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