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TODAY'S SERMON April 1, 2018 Welcome to First Bible! We’re so glad you’ve chosen to join us this morning. Whether you’re a member, just visiting, or searching for a place to call your church, we’re glad you’re here and hope you feel a warm welcome and a sense of Christian family bond. As a community of imperfect people on a journey to know, love, and follow Christ, it’s our joy to worship the Lord Jesus. Our prayer is that you will have a meaningful encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ, grow in a deeper relationship with our God through the teaching of the Scriptures, and get to meet some friendly new faces!

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Page 1: Welcome to First Bible!TODAY'S SERMON April 1, 2018 Welcome to First Bible! We’re so glad you’ve chosen to join us this morning. Whether you’re a member, just visiting, or searching

TODAY'S SERMON

Apri l 1, 2018

Welcome to First Bible!We’re so glad you’ve chosen to join us this morning. Whether you’re a member, just visiting, or searching for a place to call your church, we’re glad you’re here and hope you feel a warm welcome and a sense of Christian family bond.

As a community of imperfect people on a journey to know, love, and follow Christ, it’s our joy to worship the Lord Jesus. Our prayer is that you will have a meaningful encounter with our Lord Jesus Christ, grow in a deeper relationship with our God through the teaching of the Scriptures, and get to meet some friendly new faces!

Page 2: Welcome to First Bible!TODAY'S SERMON April 1, 2018 Welcome to First Bible! We’re so glad you’ve chosen to join us this morning. Whether you’re a member, just visiting, or searching

FBBC EVENTS

BAPTISMAL CELEBRATIONSunday, April 8 @ 10:30 a.m.First Bible Baptist Church

Call the church office, go to fbbc.info/events, or text the word BAPTISM to (585) 332-2010 to sign up, if you would like to be baptized.

HANDS AND FEET Saturday, April 21@ 8:30 a.m.Spring Clean Up

This is a ministry to widows, widowers, or just families that can't spring clean their yards. We become the hands and feet of Jesus. Go to www.fbbc.info/events for more information and to sign you and/or your family up.

"Pure religion and undefiled before God and the Father is this, To visit the fatherless and widows in their affliction. . . . " James 1:27  

NEW LOGO MERCHANDISE ITEMSFor sale @ http://shop.matchplaycu-stomapparel.com/fbbchurch

Check out and order some NEW LOGO merchandise! Men’s, women’s and some children’s options! Looking for a baseball cap to go with your NEW joggers or jack-et? We have those, too! Create an account online at the website above. Browse, or-der, and pay anytime there. Orders will be placed online each month and delivered the following month at church.

Questions? [email protected]

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FAMILy DEDICATIONSunday, April 15, 3:00 p.m.

A reception will follow the service. Please sign up at the North Welcome Center or at fbbc.info/events; (Invita-tions are available at the Welcome Center.) We do a slide presentation of the children. If you would like to partici-pate, send five or six jpeg photos to [email protected]. Sign up and have your pictures turned in no later than Sunday, April 8.

CARDS FOR CHRISTCard Sale - April 29

A large selection of hand-crafted cards will be available for purchase in the Commons after services. Suggested donation is $2 per card and proceeds directly ben-efit our FBBC sent Missionaries. For questions email: [email protected] / phone or text: 585-474-3753.

FLOWER CITy WORK CAMPApril 2-April 6This week the Summit students will serve the people of Rochester through Flower City Work Camp. We have 46 Adults and 60 students giving their time and heart to reach people with the Gospel. The adults are serving in many capacities. The students are serving in one of four categories: house repairs, sidewalk clubs, and soccer or basketball camps. For a list of names to pray over, visit our South Welcome Center.

AWANA GRAND PRIX Saturday, April 28, 9:00-12:00This race is open to all children in Awana. There will be three divisions: T&T (3-6 grade); Sparks (K-2 grade); and Cubbies, Leaders, and Others, with awards for speed and design in each division. We can cut the car body for you if needed; mark the desired profile design. We plan to have a band saw available Wednesdays during club. Questions? Don’t hesitate to ask! Contact Tim McNamara (831-7838) or Robert Oakden (705-5006).

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WALK FOR LIFESaturday, May 5, 9:00 a.m.-12At the Bowl in Highland Park

Join CompassCare in erasing the need for abortion. It represents one of the few places in Rochester where women facing unplanned pregnancy can access ethical medical care. Protect the image of God by participating in the Walk for Life. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. (Go to www.compasscarewalk.com for more info).

LADIES SPRING LIFE GROuPSStarting the week of April 8

• Armor of God - Gail Cresswell / Jen Capria, Thursday -9:30 a.m.• Gather - We will be sharing tips, encouragement, and the wisdom from the Bible regarding: priorities, emotion-al intelligence, raising boys, raising girls, uniqueness and discipline. (K. Vitelli / J. Huntington, Thursday -7 p.m.) Find more information and sign up at fbbc.info/lifegroups, or stop by the table in the Commons.

NuRSERy WORKERS NEEDEDNew Born - 2 Years / Wednesdays

We need help on Wednesday evenings. Erin could use at least 4 more people. If you could help even once a month, contact [email protected] or 478-4344.

FBBC FuND-RAISING POLICyOn FBBC Campus

Working to be a positive support to our ministries and individuals we have specific Fund-raising guidelines. On campus fund-raising is only considered for members of FBBC as part of a recognized FBBC/NCA ministry effort. We do not allow individuals or groups to canvas the church. If you need more information contact the church office.

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Pastor Kevin

As God Hath Prospered Us

As always about this time of year, we’re looking forward to and preparing for our CMO (Carpathian Mountain Outreach), which will begin July 12th and last though August 6th.

Our team in Ukraine has finished a new Ukrainian translation for the Good and Evil book!

Please pray for:The completion of Good and Evil before CMO 2018. Although the translation is finished, there remains a lot to do, including graphics, more proofing, and printing.

Purchase of airline tickets to Ukraine in June and for CMO.

Family’s health, especially for Cassia’s concussion recovery and Teresa’s back.

You can read more here: fbbc.info/missions/

The BealsJessie and Teresa

Ukraine

The Beals— March 2018

I Corinthians 16:1-11

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COMING UP AT FBBC

• We have saved over $61K in interest expense by making additional monthly principal payments! To be a part of the savings – use the Loan Payoff (Repay) line when giving.

MISSION SHARE: APRILDrop donations off at either Welcome Center.

Be a blessing to those in need in our community. Each month we will collect different items. This month is toothpaste and tuna.

WEDNESDAy DINNER - 5:30-6:30This week: NO MEAL THIS WEEK!

Email your reservation to [email protected] be-fore 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday or call her at 392-8960. Sign-up for the following week on Wednesdays. Pay at the door. Cost: •Children 3 & under are free •$4.00/child 4-9 years •$6.00/person 10 and up •Families of 5 or more $25

Reducing the Risk: April 8Sunday, 10:30 a.m.C-102 (NSBI Classroom)

Go to fbbc.info/serve to find more information and to sign up. This class is needed to work in any children's ministry.

No School: April 2-6

NO AWANA OR TEEN CLASS THIS WEEK.—Spring Break

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FBBC FAMILY NEWS

Health____________________________________

Alex Sluk will have his kidney removed on April 12. 180 Carmas Drive Rochester, NY 14626

Esther Wadsworth had a second back surgery. 19 Mailing Drive Rochester, NY 14621

Phyllis Lilly was in the hospital. 386 Shore Acres Dr. Rochester, NY 14612

(If you would like a visit in the hospital, please call the office to let us know.)

Sympathy____________________________________

Dick (Beth) Ferris - His sister, Janice, went to heaven. 2227 Dewey Ave. Rochester, NY 14615

Farewell____________________________________

Naomi Fairchild will be moving to Tennessee with her son and his family. Naomi has been a member of FBBC for over 30 years. We will miss you! c/o Ray Marsh 1075 Smiley Troutt Rd. Bethpage, TN 37022 (585) 363-3001

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Apri l 1, 2018

NOTICES / THANK YOU

MEET THE PASTORAL STAFF

First Bible Baptist Church990 Manitou Rd. Hilton, NY 14468

585-392-0777 | www.fbbc.info

THANK YOU____________________________________

If you'd like to thank a large group of people here at FBBC or the church in general, you may submit a thank you via email to [email protected]