First Baptist Church, South Haven
Worship Gathering: 5/26/2024
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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Worship
Psalm 29:2; 95:6-7
Pastor Jerry Koller
Psalm 29:2; 95:6-7
Pastor Jerry Koller
"Christians believe that true worship is the highest and noblest activity by which man, by the grace of God, is capable." ~ Dr. John Stott
For Christians, worship is the highest activity to which we can engage.
· It is the most noble activity to which we can engage.
· There is no greater thing we can do than worship God.
· It is the most noble activity to which we can engage.
· There is no greater thing we can do than worship God.
Worship is an active response to God whereby we declare His worth.
2 Key Words for worship:
· One word has to do with the idea of kissing the hand or bowing down to someone. It has to do with the idea of paying humble adoration or reverence and it is the most frequent word for worship found in the new Testament.
· The other word suggests giving honor or paying homage or religious service to someone.
· One word has to do with the idea of kissing the hand or bowing down to someone. It has to do with the idea of paying humble adoration or reverence and it is the most frequent word for worship found in the new Testament.
· The other word suggests giving honor or paying homage or religious service to someone.
· Ascribe means attribute, or assign.
· It means to credit God with glory and strength.
· It means to credit God with glory and strength.
Criteria for FBC Worship Songs:
· Directed to God
· About God
· About His great works
· Directed to God
· About God
· About His great works
Worship is an active response to God whereby we declare His worth.
· Worship is Active. The word “active” reminds us that worship is not something that is passive.
· It is an active Response. A response is a process that occurs because of a stimulus or an agent.
· Worship is an active response to God. He is the object of worship.
· What is this active response to God? The active response is a Declaration of God’s worth.
· Worship is Active. The word “active” reminds us that worship is not something that is passive.
· It is an active Response. A response is a process that occurs because of a stimulus or an agent.
· Worship is an active response to God. He is the object of worship.
· What is this active response to God? The active response is a Declaration of God’s worth.
Worship Gives. This will always be true of corporate, public, or private worship.
· It gives all of us—our entire being.
· It gives all of us—our entire being.
APPLICATION
May these truths be always on our minds.
May these truths constantly remind us of the most important activity to which we can engage.
May they become the cry of our hearts.
Next Week’s Servants (6/2)
· Café Bakers: Pat Fitton (casserole) | Larry Dobberstein (donuts)
· Café Attendant: Tina Wilburn
· Nursery: Bocock Family
· Sound Tech: Bill Foskett
· Café Attendant: Tina Wilburn
· Nursery: Bocock Family
· Sound Tech: Bill Foskett
Flower Bed Maintenance Needed
Spring is finally here and we need help maintaining the church’s flowerbeds. If you're willing to adopt-a-flower bed for the summer, please contact the church office or feel free to stop by the church at your convenience and pull weeds from whatever flowerbed catches your eye. If you contact us in advance, we can arrange for the shed to be open so you can get tools; otherwise feel free to bring your own.
Attention Graduates
As we prepare to recognize our college and high school graduates this year, we want to be sure that we don’t miss anybody. If you will be graduating, please contact the church office no later than Sunday, May 26. Also, if you let us know when your graduation open house is, we would be more than happy to publish it in upcoming bulletins. We are planning to recognize our graduates during the morning worship service on Sunday, June 2. For questions or more info, contact Kim in the office.
2024 Graduates
We congratulate the following students who recently graduated high school or college:
Anna Bocock graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from the University of Mount Olive in North Carolina. She plans to continue her education and get a master’s degree in Applied Kinesiology. Anna is the oldest daughter of Brian and Beth Bocock and the granddaughter of Joyce Bocock.
Caroline Bocock is graduating from South Haven High School. She plans to attend Michigan Tech University to major in Chemical Engineering with a focus on nanotechnology. Caroline is the youngest daughter of Brian and Beth Bocock and the granddaughter of Joyce Bocock. Her open house will be on Saturday, June 1, from 2-5pm, at Bumbleberry Acres (6785 Baseline Road, South Haven).
Megan Collins was honored as a graduate from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, with a bachelor’s degree in Math Education. She will complete her student teaching in the fall and then pursue a master’s degree in education at LU in January. She is the daughter of Bob & Kim Collins and granddaughter of Judi Beckwith.
Addison Romeo is graduating from high school through a homeschool program connected to Hamilton High School. She is currently residing with Brian & Beth Bocock and their family.
Anna Bocock graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from the University of Mount Olive in North Carolina. She plans to continue her education and get a master’s degree in Applied Kinesiology. Anna is the oldest daughter of Brian and Beth Bocock and the granddaughter of Joyce Bocock.
Caroline Bocock is graduating from South Haven High School. She plans to attend Michigan Tech University to major in Chemical Engineering with a focus on nanotechnology. Caroline is the youngest daughter of Brian and Beth Bocock and the granddaughter of Joyce Bocock. Her open house will be on Saturday, June 1, from 2-5pm, at Bumbleberry Acres (6785 Baseline Road, South Haven).
Megan Collins was honored as a graduate from Liberty University in Lynchburg, Virginia, with a bachelor’s degree in Math Education. She will complete her student teaching in the fall and then pursue a master’s degree in education at LU in January. She is the daughter of Bob & Kim Collins and granddaughter of Judi Beckwith.
Addison Romeo is graduating from high school through a homeschool program connected to Hamilton High School. She is currently residing with Brian & Beth Bocock and their family.
May = We Care Pantry Collection
May is designated as our church’s month to collect items for the local food pantry. Suggested items include canned soups, vegetables, fruit, beef stew, and tuna; pasta; spaghetti sauce; and other non-perishable items. Items can be left in the foyer.
Hearing Assistance Devices Now Available
We have hearing assistance devices available during the morning worship service which allow the user to control the volume based on their individual needs. They are available from the Sound Booth at the rear of the sanctuary and are cleaned and sanitized after each use. For questions, see Rocky Starland.
Fundraiser for True Vine Equestrian Center | Kalamazoo Growlers Baseball Game
Friday, June 14 | 5:35pm | Homer Stryker Field, Kalamazoo
Tickets should be purchased at growlerstickets.com - use promo code TVEC. For questions, contact Rob Zantello.
Tickets should be purchased at growlerstickets.com - use promo code TVEC. For questions, contact Rob Zantello.
Have You Considered?
Did you know that if your bank offers online services, you can set your tithe up as a regular ‘bill payment’ through your bank? This is a convenient option to help with continuity in giving and the ability for you to tithe even when you are on vacation or miss church. It eliminates having to wonder if you turned in your offering while you were gone! If you have questions or would like more information about how to utilize this convenient option, check with your banking institution or contact the church office.
Pop Cans = Scholarships
Don’t forget that your beverage can & bottle donations are used to fund teen scholarships for youth retreats, summer camps, special activities, etc. Please bring your recyclable items to the church anytime!
Mission 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
children’s sunday school
Sundays | 9:15-10:15am | Children's Worship Room
· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
· 5/26 is the last class before summer break
· Contact Bailey Finch for questions or more information.
youth bible study: mixtape theology
Sundays | 9:15-10:15am | Conference Room
· Ages 6th grade and older
· Contact Julie Newell or Allie Wison 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
· Does not meet on the first Sunday of each month.
· Contact Alyssa Newell for questions or more information.
men’s bible study
Tuesdays | 7:00-8:30pm | Mission Café
· Contact Paul Fitton or Larry Dobberstein for questions or more information.
church office open
Wednesdays | 11:00am-4:00pm
bible study
Thursdays | 9:30-11:00am | Conference Room
· Study of Ecclesiastes
· Contact Tina Wilburn for questions or more information.
women’s craft group
Thursdays | 6:30pm | Craft Room
· Contact Tracy Marshall for questions or more information.
coming soon
· Graduation Sunday - June 2
Sundays | 9:00-10:15am | Mission Cafe
children’s sunday school
Sundays | 9:15-10:15am | Children's Worship Room
· Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
· 5/26 is the last class before summer break
· Contact Bailey Finch for questions or more information.
youth bible study: mixtape theology
Sundays | 9:15-10:15am | Conference Room
· Ages 6th grade and older
· Contact Julie Newell or Allie Wison 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
· Does not meet on the first Sunday of each month.
· Contact Alyssa Newell for questions or more information.
men’s bible study
Tuesdays | 7:00-8:30pm | Mission Café
· Contact Paul Fitton or Larry Dobberstein for questions or more information.
church office open
Wednesdays | 11:00am-4:00pm
bible study
Thursdays | 9:30-11:00am | Conference Room
· Study of Ecclesiastes
· Contact Tina Wilburn for questions or more information.
women’s craft group
Thursdays | 6:30pm | Craft Room
· Contact Tracy Marshall for questions or more information.
coming soon
· Graduation Sunday - June 2
· Lennon McKamey (son of Kyle & Sarah) needs surgery on his shoulder due to two tears on his left labrum. His shoulder keeps dislocating, which is causing a lot of pain and ER trips. They are hoping he can get in for surgery soon, but he may also need to get cleared through the neurological doctors because of the undiagnosed seizure activity. He hasn’t had any more blackouts, has completed testing and has a follow up appointment in June for the seizures.
· Jean Pietrzak (Sandi Starland's sister) is recovering from a fall in which she injured her neck. She's in trauma care with orthopedic and neurology care.
· Vanessa Bogue (coworker of Hailey Watson) whose mother-in-law passed away this morning from a long battle with health issue.
· Bruce & Vasha Ferguson and their family upon the loss of their granddaughter, Felicia, on 5/3.
· Alicia Haste (26-year-old friend of Allie Wilson) has extensive injuries and is recovering from a motorcycle accident.
· Stan & Jean Robinson, Bruce & Janine Robinson and their families upon the loss of Stan's sister-in-law and Bruce's stepmom, Ruby Robinson, on 4/18.
· Pastor Jephthe Lucien, his family, his ministry, the children in his orphanages, and the people of Haiti as the country is under extreme duress due to violence and unrest.
· Bruce Ferguson had his medications adjusted and is continuing with his doctors for further treatment.
· Rhonda Dobberstein is receiving radiation treatments for breast cancer that will continue through the end of April.
· Nolan Marshall was approved to receive services for another year. Praise God for answered prayers!
· Vincent Bryant (son of Miriam Bryant) is dealing with multiple health issues: blood clots which are interfering with his dialysis treatments; continues to recover from a 2nd surgery on his left hand which resulted in one finger being amputated; issues with an ankle that prevents him from driving.
· Miriam Bryant has begun therapy for hip issues.
· Anna Bocock’s has Epstein Barr in addition to one strain of Lyme. She is waiting for next month’s treatment to be done, will then take another blood test to see how the treatment performed, and once the tests come back, she will hopefully be able to move forward with the Lyme disease treatments.
· Caroline Bocock is having some symptoms resurface so she will need to have more treatments. They are waiting for her most recent test results to come back so they can determine which strain of Lyme’s needs to be treated next.
· Joyce Bocock continues to do well. Prayers for continued improvement and relief from pain are appreciated.
· Check out our monthly prayer card on-line at southhavenfbc.com under “Weekly Bulletins” for a list of those with on-going needs.
· Jean Pietrzak (Sandi Starland's sister) is recovering from a fall in which she injured her neck. She's in trauma care with orthopedic and neurology care.
· Vanessa Bogue (coworker of Hailey Watson) whose mother-in-law passed away this morning from a long battle with health issue.
· Bruce & Vasha Ferguson and their family upon the loss of their granddaughter, Felicia, on 5/3.
· Alicia Haste (26-year-old friend of Allie Wilson) has extensive injuries and is recovering from a motorcycle accident.
· Stan & Jean Robinson, Bruce & Janine Robinson and their families upon the loss of Stan's sister-in-law and Bruce's stepmom, Ruby Robinson, on 4/18.
· Pastor Jephthe Lucien, his family, his ministry, the children in his orphanages, and the people of Haiti as the country is under extreme duress due to violence and unrest.
· Bruce Ferguson had his medications adjusted and is continuing with his doctors for further treatment.
· Rhonda Dobberstein is receiving radiation treatments for breast cancer that will continue through the end of April.
· Nolan Marshall was approved to receive services for another year. Praise God for answered prayers!
· Vincent Bryant (son of Miriam Bryant) is dealing with multiple health issues: blood clots which are interfering with his dialysis treatments; continues to recover from a 2nd surgery on his left hand which resulted in one finger being amputated; issues with an ankle that prevents him from driving.
· Miriam Bryant has begun therapy for hip issues.
· Anna Bocock’s has Epstein Barr in addition to one strain of Lyme. She is waiting for next month’s treatment to be done, will then take another blood test to see how the treatment performed, and once the tests come back, she will hopefully be able to move forward with the Lyme disease treatments.
· Caroline Bocock is having some symptoms resurface so she will need to have more treatments. They are waiting for her most recent test results to come back so they can determine which strain of Lyme’s needs to be treated next.
· Joyce Bocock continues to do well. Prayers for continued improvement and relief from pain are appreciated.
· 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