First Baptist Church, South Haven
Worship Gathering: 12/18/2022
Join us for in-person worship in the sanctuary or live on Facebook at 10:30am. The service will also be posted to YouTube and Archive later in the week.
Locations & Times
First Baptist Church
10781 76th St, South Haven, MI 49090, USA
Sunday 10:30 AM
Website
Please use our website as a resource tool to stay informed and up to date on our most current activities. **Please Note*** Under "Resources" we have a page for "FBC Members Only" which has our latest emails and any pertinent info from Pastor Jerry. If you try to access this page, you will need the password "Know Him" to see the content.
https://www.southhavenfbc.comLive Stream
If you're unable to join us in person, you can view today's service live on our Facebook page beginning at 10:30 AM.
https://www.facebook.com/First-Baptist-Church-of-South-Haven-118136484800Online
View today's message later this week on our YouTube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQahojNwyPo2LMn-ctTG8AWeekly Bulletin
View this week's bulletin including general announcements and weekly prayer requests by clicking here.
https://www.southhavenfbc.com/weekly-bulletinsPrayer Requests
Please let us know how we can pray for you or if you are in need of specific care or encouragement.
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Advent 2022: Love
Pastor Adam Parmenter
We welcome guest Pastor Adam Parmenter to our pulpit as he preaches a special series on Advent.
Pastor Adam Parmenter
We welcome guest Pastor Adam Parmenter to our pulpit as he preaches a special series on Advent.
God Is Love
Because God Is Love
· He Created in His Own Image
· He Showed Patience and Kindness
· He Provided a Covering for Sin
· He Came to Live Among Us: Emmanuel
· He Went to the Cross: Lamb of God
· He Gave the Holy Spirit
· I Can Love Others
· He Showed Patience and Kindness
· He Provided a Covering for Sin
· He Came to Live Among Us: Emmanuel
· He Went to the Cross: Lamb of God
· He Gave the Holy Spirit
· I Can Love Others
He Created in His Own Image
The implications of the Hebrew word are (1) Feelings of tender love, (2) To brood over young ones, to cherish.
He Showed Patience and Kindness
Examples of God’s Patience:
· Adam & Eve
· Cain
· Pre-Flood (Noah preached righteousness - II Peter 2:5)
· Adam & Eve
· Cain
· Pre-Flood (Noah preached righteousness - II Peter 2:5)
He Provided a Covering for Sin
He Came to Live Among Us: Emmanuel
He Went to the Cross: Lamb of God
He Gave the Holy Spirit
I Can Love Others
Happy Birthday!
· Joyce Bocock (12/23)
Happy Anniversary!
· Bill & Tina Wilburn (12/27; 29 years)
A Note of Thanks
My Dear Church Family,
Annette and I wanted to let you know how much we appreciated your generous Pastor’s Appreciation gift last month. Our mini vacation to Detroit was fabulous. The weather was perfect for traveling back and forth. Our hotel, Aloft Detroit at the David Whitney building, was beautifully decorated for Christmas. The pictures we took of the atrium are beautiful. The hotel was perfectly situated in the downtown area. We were able to walk to much of what we wanted to see. While valet parking was included in our package, we did not have to drive very often. The musical we attended was in an amazing theater. I believe it is ranked one of the five best theaters in the United States. As for our seats, we were about seven rows from the front. We could see everything and everyone. Thank you so much for your sensitivity and generosity. It certainly will be a highlight of our year.
In Love and Appreciation,
Pastor Jerry and Annette
Annette and I wanted to let you know how much we appreciated your generous Pastor’s Appreciation gift last month. Our mini vacation to Detroit was fabulous. The weather was perfect for traveling back and forth. Our hotel, Aloft Detroit at the David Whitney building, was beautifully decorated for Christmas. The pictures we took of the atrium are beautiful. The hotel was perfectly situated in the downtown area. We were able to walk to much of what we wanted to see. While valet parking was included in our package, we did not have to drive very often. The musical we attended was in an amazing theater. I believe it is ranked one of the five best theaters in the United States. As for our seats, we were about seven rows from the front. We could see everything and everyone. Thank you so much for your sensitivity and generosity. It certainly will be a highlight of our year.
In Love and Appreciation,
Pastor Jerry and Annette
Please Note
The Mission Café and Nursery will be closed the next two weeks on Christmas Day (12/25) and New Year’s Day (1/1).
Church Office Closed
The church office will be closed until January 4. If you have an emergency request for the prayer chain, please text Kim (269-767-2226) and she will send it out as soon as possible.
Christmas Eve Service
Because Christmas falls on a Sunday this year, we will not have a Christmas Eve service.
Aftermath Schedule
We have a change in plans and Dean & Linda Newell will provide lunch for Aftermath today, so participants do not have to bring their own. There will not be an Aftermath on 12/25 or 1/1.
NEW Class Starting Soon
Wednesdays | 7:00-8:00 PM | Conference Room beginning 1/25/2023
Beginning January 25, we will be introducing a new class entitled Reason.
Reason has to do with thinking logically. It requires us to use our mind. It requires knowledge. In the book of Isaiah, we read: “Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. (Isaiah 1:18)
Living our faith is not an exercise of mindlessness. God gave us a mind. He gave us the ability to think and reason. In this class, we will learn to use our minds more fully in regard to how we can understand our culture and live out our faith.
We will be using the book The God Question (Revised Edition), by J.P. Moreland. This book will need to be purchased by all participants as there will be required weekly reading from it. Please make sure you purchase the revised edition.
Pastor Jerry will be the facilitator. Each class will run for one hour (7:00 – 8:00 PM). Sign up online or at the Welcome Center. Other than purchasing the book, there will not be a cost involved in taking the class.
Beginning January 25, we will be introducing a new class entitled Reason.
Reason has to do with thinking logically. It requires us to use our mind. It requires knowledge. In the book of Isaiah, we read: “Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. (Isaiah 1:18)
Living our faith is not an exercise of mindlessness. God gave us a mind. He gave us the ability to think and reason. In this class, we will learn to use our minds more fully in regard to how we can understand our culture and live out our faith.
We will be using the book The God Question (Revised Edition), by J.P. Moreland. This book will need to be purchased by all participants as there will be required weekly reading from it. Please make sure you purchase the revised edition.
Pastor Jerry will be the facilitator. Each class will run for one hour (7:00 – 8:00 PM). Sign up online or at the Welcome Center. Other than purchasing the book, there will not be a cost involved in taking the class.
Summer Camp Fundraiser
We are hosting a "take an envelope" fundraiser to support our future campers. There is a tree outside the sanctuary which has numbered envelopes. If you'd like to participate, then the number on the envelope that you pick is the amount of money you would like to donate. [Example: If you take the number 6, then you'll donate $6.] You can take as many envelopes as you'd like. And if all the envelopes are taken, then we will raise $5500 for future campers!! This would enable many of our students to bring a friend with them to camp - what an exciting way to possibly introduce someone to Jesus for the first time! Envelopes can be dropped in the offering bucket or mailed back to church. For questions, please contact Rob Zantello or the church office.
Attention Members
The 2023 Budget proposal and explanation has been sent to members via email in a PDF format. If you would like to have a paper copy, please contact the church office. Ministry reports will not be submitted by individuals, but updates will be given in the Pastor's Report, which will also be emailed. Elder Ministry Team members willing to serve for 2023 will be Jason Avery, Patty Bales, Brian Bocock, Janette Hendrix, and Rob Zantello. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the church office.
Childcare Help Needed
If you are able to provide childcare in the FBC Nursery during the Wednesday morning Bible study from 9:30-11:30am, please contact Tina Wilburn or Kim Collins.
We Care Holiday Train Display and Silent Auction
· December 2-23
· Fridays: 3-6pm | Saturdays: 12-6pm | Sundays 3-6pm
· December 21 & 22: 3-6pm
· Woodhams Show Room (1111 LaGrange St., South Haven)
· Free Admission
· Decorate a tree, be a day sponsor, or volunteer to help.
· Visit www.wecare-inc.org or call 269-637-4342 for more information.
· Fridays: 3-6pm | Saturdays: 12-6pm | Sundays 3-6pm
· December 21 & 22: 3-6pm
· Woodhams Show Room (1111 LaGrange St., South Haven)
· Free Admission
· Decorate a tree, be a day sponsor, or volunteer to help.
· Visit www.wecare-inc.org or call 269-637-4342 for more information.
Attention Amazon Shoppers!
Christmas will be here soon! Please remember us for your online Amazon purchases and designate “First Baptist Church South Haven” as your charity of choice. We will receive 0.5% donation from all purchases which is used for our youth scholarships. You can do so by going to the following link:
http://smile.amazon.com/ch/38-2244607Mission Cafe
Sundays | 9:00-10:15am | Mission Cafe
The Mission Café is a great place to have a breakfast treat and coffee, enjoy lively conversation and have fun while helping support missions at First Baptist. All items are store bought and served safely. Featuring:
¨ Donuts
¨ Bagels
¨ English Muffins
¨ Snacks
¨ Hot & Cold Beverages
¨ And more!
For your convenience, we accept cash, check and debit/credit cards!
The Mission Café is a great place to have a breakfast treat and coffee, enjoy lively conversation and have fun while helping support missions at First Baptist. All items are store bought and served safely. Featuring:
¨ Donuts
¨ Bagels
¨ English Muffins
¨ Snacks
¨ Hot & Cold Beverages
¨ And more!
For your convenience, we accept cash, check and debit/credit cards!
Online Giving is Available!
If you would like to support our ministries by giving an online donation via debit/credit card or your bank account, you can do so by using this link:
https://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/southhavenfbcFBC App
You can download the app by clicking the link below from your cell phone or tablet. By using the app, you can conveniently view recorded Sunday worship services; look up addresses and phone numbers for other church members; update your personal information; register for events; tithe online; send prayer requests; and more. We're excited to bring another avenue of communication to you! If you have any questions or issues, please contact Kim.
https://shelby.ministryone.com/landing/v6VP
On the Calendar
mission café
Sundays | 9:00-10:15am | Mission Cafe
· Closed 12/25 and 1/1.
children’s sunday school
Sundays | 9:15-10:15am | Classroom 3
· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
· No class on 12/25/22 or 1/1/23
· Contact Bailey Rooker for questions or more information.
worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Sanctuary
· If you're unable to join us in-person, you can watch live on Facebook or view later in the week on Facebook or YouTube or listen to an audio only version on Archive.
children’s worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Children’s Worship Room
· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
· No sessions on 12/25/22 or 1/1/23
· Contact Alyssa Newell for questions or more information.
aftermath
Sundays | after worship | Upstairs
· Join us for lunch and a discussion about the worship message.
· No gathering on 12/25 or 1/1
· Contact Pastor Jerry for questions or more information.
youth group
Sundays | 1:00-3:00pm | FBC upstairs
· Middle & High School students
· Join us for a Christmas Party TODAY; we will be on break starting 12/25 and will soon update when we'll start after the new year.
· Contact Allie Wilson for questions or more information.
men’s bible study
Tuesdays | 7:00-8:30pm | Mission Café
· No class on 12/27/22 or 1/3/23
· Contact Paul Fitton or Larry Dobberstein for questions or more information.
bible study
Wednesdays | 9:30-11:30am | Classroom 3
· No meeting on 12/21, or 12/28
· Contact Tina Wilburn for questions or more information.
church office open
Wednesdays | 11:00am-4:00pm
women’s craft group
Thursdays | 6:30pm | Classroom 2
· Contact Tracy Marshall for questions or more information.
Sundays | 9:00-10:15am | Mission Cafe
· Closed 12/25 and 1/1.
children’s sunday school
Sundays | 9:15-10:15am | Classroom 3
· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
· No class on 12/25/22 or 1/1/23
· Contact Bailey Rooker for questions or more information.
worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Sanctuary
· If you're unable to join us in-person, you can watch live on Facebook or view later in the week on Facebook or YouTube or listen to an audio only version on Archive.
children’s worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Children’s Worship Room
· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
· No sessions on 12/25/22 or 1/1/23
· Contact Alyssa Newell for questions or more information.
aftermath
Sundays | after worship | Upstairs
· Join us for lunch and a discussion about the worship message.
· No gathering on 12/25 or 1/1
· Contact Pastor Jerry for questions or more information.
youth group
Sundays | 1:00-3:00pm | FBC upstairs
· Middle & High School students
· Join us for a Christmas Party TODAY; we will be on break starting 12/25 and will soon update when we'll start after the new year.
· Contact Allie Wilson for questions or more information.
men’s bible study
Tuesdays | 7:00-8:30pm | Mission Café
· No class on 12/27/22 or 1/3/23
· Contact Paul Fitton or Larry Dobberstein for questions or more information.
bible study
Wednesdays | 9:30-11:30am | Classroom 3
· No meeting on 12/21, or 12/28
· Contact Tina Wilburn for questions or more information.
church office open
Wednesdays | 11:00am-4:00pm
women’s craft group
Thursdays | 6:30pm | Classroom 2
· Contact Tracy Marshall for questions or more information.
· Caroline Bocock received a really bad concussion on 11/5 while playing soccer. Doctors are concerned because she is still vomiting, dizzy, and having constant headaches. She has an neurological appointment scheduled to determine if they can get some of the symptoms under control. Please pray for healing, wisdom for the doctors, and that the Lyme’s Disease hasn’t been triggered. Old symptoms are surfacing, but can’t determine if they are concussion symptoms vs. Lyme’s symptoms because they are the same symptoms for both.
· Ben Harris (Allie Wilson's dad) is recovering from a successful heart procedure.
· Walter Hatfield is scheduled for hernia surgery on 12/20 and will be off from work for two weeks as he recovers.
· Annette Koller is recovering from knee replacement surgery.
· Bruce & Vasha Ferguson and their family upon the loss of Vasha’s sister, Deborah Kirby, on 11/28.
· Keith Buckley is recovering from injuries due to a fall off a ladder.
· Nolan Marshall (son of Dan & Tracy) is struggling with major tantrums and other behavioral issues. Please pray for the doctors to have wisdom in choosing medication and treatments, and that the tantrums do not escalate worse than what they are. He had an evaluation at a brain specialty clinic on 12/6 ; the parental follow-up meeting is on 1/6. Also pray for patience and safety for him, his parents and his brother Riley as they try to work through situations.
· Carl Oisten (Sue Richmond's brother) is in the NCU at Borgess Hospital, for breathing issues.
· Shannon French (son of Curt & Patty Bales) continues eye drop treatment for an infection. It looks the damaged part is creating new cells and hopefully healing.
· Joyce Bocock finished radiation on the large tumor in her spine. She is handling the medication for the endocrine therapy well.
· Pete Danapilis is home recovering from a successful back surgery.
· Linda Newell is recovering from surgery to have a rotator cuff repaired.
· Vincent Bryant (Miriam Bryant’s son) is recovering from a broken ankle.
· Check out our monthly prayer card on-line at southhavenfbc.com under “Weekly Bulletins” for a list of those with on-going needs.
· Ben Harris (Allie Wilson's dad) is recovering from a successful heart procedure.
· Walter Hatfield is scheduled for hernia surgery on 12/20 and will be off from work for two weeks as he recovers.
· Annette Koller is recovering from knee replacement surgery.
· Bruce & Vasha Ferguson and their family upon the loss of Vasha’s sister, Deborah Kirby, on 11/28.
· Keith Buckley is recovering from injuries due to a fall off a ladder.
· Nolan Marshall (son of Dan & Tracy) is struggling with major tantrums and other behavioral issues. Please pray for the doctors to have wisdom in choosing medication and treatments, and that the tantrums do not escalate worse than what they are. He had an evaluation at a brain specialty clinic on 12/6 ; the parental follow-up meeting is on 1/6. Also pray for patience and safety for him, his parents and his brother Riley as they try to work through situations.
· Carl Oisten (Sue Richmond's brother) is in the NCU at Borgess Hospital, for breathing issues.
· Shannon French (son of Curt & Patty Bales) continues eye drop treatment for an infection. It looks the damaged part is creating new cells and hopefully healing.
· Joyce Bocock finished radiation on the large tumor in her spine. She is handling the medication for the endocrine therapy well.
· Pete Danapilis is home recovering from a successful back surgery.
· Linda Newell is recovering from surgery to have a rotator cuff repaired.
· Vincent Bryant (Miriam Bryant’s son) is recovering from a broken ankle.
· Check out our monthly prayer card on-line at southhavenfbc.com under “Weekly Bulletins” for a list of those with on-going needs.
First Baptist Church
1635 76th Street
South Haven, MI 49090
269-637-1291
southhavenfbc@gmail.com
1635 76th Street
South Haven, MI 49090
269-637-1291
southhavenfbc@gmail.com