Be In The Know - March 23, 2017

                                                      PUBLIC NOTICE
                                             First Baptist Church of Olathe
                                      Family Life Center Fund Dissolution
                            Please share this information with anyone who may be affected.

If you, any member of your family or someone you know made a contribution to the Family Life Center designated fund at First Baptist Church of Olathe.

Please send or have them send a letter to:

First Baptist Church of Olathe
Budget & Finance
2024 E 151st Street
Olathe, KS 66062

That states full name and how the funds are to be handled, you or they have three (3) options.

Option 1: Allow the church to apply your donation to its Building Improvement project

Option 2: Receive a refund of your donation. Please be aware that return of a prior donation could have tax consequences if you have already claimed that donation on your tax returns. Please consult your tax advisor.

Option 3: Allow the church to move your donation to its General Fund

Please provide a written response to the church no later than April 15, 2017. If you do not respond by this time, all monies remaining in the FLC designated fund will be moved to the General Fund at that time in accordance with the First Baptist Church of Olathe/Connections Community Church Financial Policy.

Questions please contact Rebecca Bilderback, Budget & Finance Chair at rcbilder@sbcglobal.net



FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Office Hours
Due to an early morning false fire alarm at the church the office will close Friday, March 24th at 2:15 p.m.

2. American Baptist Women General Gathering
April 4th at 6:30 p.m. in the Welcome Center. A Salad Supper & Dessert will be served. Everyone (ladies & gentlemen) are invited to attend. Special guest LaVern Fields will be talking about the ALICE Safety program being used in public schools.

3. Haiti 2017
Practicing the Presence of Christ is the theme of this trip being planned for July 20-25 in partnership with the Global Orphan Project & ABC Missions. There are a number of ways to be involved: 1. Be part of the team that is going. 2. Give to support one of the missionaries or contribute items will be taken to Haiti. 3. Pray and 4. Serve, if you can't go to Haiti find some place local to serve. For additional information pick-up an overview packet at the Welcome Center or contact Jen Kane at jentea78@gmail.com or 785-248-9317


WORSHIP
Let Us Know...
Please be sure to fill out a Connect Card each week to let us know you were at church and how the staff can be praying for you. If you attend the first service drop it in the offering plate as it goes by. If you attend the second service you can put the Connect Card in the offering boxes at the back of the Sanctuary. You can also sign-up for Wednesday Night Supper that way. For those of you who regularly fill them out - THANK YOU!

Don't forget to answer this week's survey question found on the Connect Card portion of the bulletin.

Coming up This Weekend:
We WELCOME Pastor Derek back as he brings a message titled Legacies From The Inside Out - looking at Matthew 26:3-13  


CONNECT
Wednesday Night Supper - Ham 
Please be sure to fill-out a Connect Card and let us know you'll be joining us for supper.


SERVE
We'll be Serving at Grace April 6th, 5:00 p.m. Sign-up sheets are at the Welcome Center. Sign-up to provide a dessert, serve or both.

Start praying now about volunteering for the 2017-2018 Awana year. Keep watching for more information.

GROW
FOR LADIES:
Lydia Circle meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2:00 p.m.
Dorcas Circle meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
G.A.L.S meets 3rd Saturday of the month at 9:00 a.m. at the Panera on 153rd
starting a new study Broken & Redeemed March 6th
Bible Journaling meets Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. at the church.

FOR MEN:
Guys for God - Every Thursday 7:00 a.m. at Panera 153rd & K7
Path Setters - Every Thursday at 6 a.m.

MIXED GROUPS:
Young at Heart meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m.

Sojourners meet 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evenings at 6:00 p.m.
Seekers
Small Group for the Deaf

Millennials meet Saturdays
Location and times may vary so contact Layla Peach for details

Lifer's Friday is an adult small group that will meet on the 1st Friday of the month at 7:00 p. m. and is geared toward the 40-65 year olds (Locations and times may vary check with leader)

Lifer's Saturday is an adult small group that will meet on the 2nd Saturday of the month at 6:30 p.m. and is geared toward the 40-65 year olds. (Locations and times may vary check with leader)

Sunday Mornings at 8:30 a.m.
Alpha Class
Challengers
Sunshine

Sunday Mornings at 9:30 a.m.
Pathfinders
Stepping Stone
Adults "Too" - Couples small group, currently meeting in the workroom.

For more information on small groups pick up a listing with leader contact information from the Welcome Center.


Now you are in the know
Until next time...GOD BLESS

Be In The Know - March 16, 2017

                                          PUBLIC NOTICE
                               First Baptist Church of Olathe
                         Family Life Center Fund Dissolution

                            Please share this information with anyone who may be affected.

If you, any member of your family or someone you know made a contribution to the Family Life Center designated fund at First Baptist Church of Olathe.

Please send or have them send a letter to:

First Baptist Church of Olathe
Budget & Finance
2024 E 151st Street
Olathe, KS 66062

That states full name and how the funds are to be handled, you or they have three (3) options.

Option 1: Allow the church to apply your donation to its Building Improvement project

Option 2: Receive a refund of your donation. Please be aware that return of a prior donation could have tax consequences if you have already claimed that donation on your tax returns. Please consult your tax advisor.

Option 3: Allow the church to move your donation to its General Fund

Please provide a written response to the church no later than April 15, 2017. If you do not respond by this time, all monies remaining in the FLC designated fund will be moved to the General Fund at that time in accordance with the First Baptist Church of Olathe/Connections Community Church Financial Policy.

Questions please contact Rebecca Bilderback, Budget & Finance Chair at rcbilder@sbcglobal.net



FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Office Hours
Due to the business meeting the office will close Friday, March 17th at 1:45 p.m.

2. American Baptist Women General Gathering
April 4th at 6:30 p.m. in the Welcome Center. A Salad Supper & Dessert will be served. Everyone (ladies & gentlemen) are invited to attend. Special guest LaVern Fields will be talking about the ALICE Safety program being used in public schools.


3. Haiti 2017
Practicing the Presence of Christ is the theme of this trip being planned for July 20-25 in partnership with the Global Orphan Project & ABC Missions. There are a number of ways to be involved: 1. Be part of the team that is going. 2. Give to support one of the missionaries or contribute items will be taken to Haiti. 3. Pray and 4. Serve, if you can't go to Haiti find some place local to serve. For additional information pick-up an overview packet at the Welcome Center or contact Jen Kane at jentea78@gmail.com or 785-248-9317


WORSHIP
Let Us Know...
Please be sure to fill out a Connect Card each week to let us know you were at church and how the staff can be praying for you. If you attend the first service drop it in the offering plate as it goes by. If you attend the second service you can put the Connect Card in the offering boxes at the back of the Sanctuary. You can also sign-up for Wednesday Night Supper that way. For those of you who regularly fill them out - THANK YOU!

Don't for get to answer this week's survey question found on the Connect Card portion of the bulletin.

Coming up This Weekend:
We continue our Lenten series I Am Crucified With Christ with a second message from guest Pastor Chris Miller titled Our Journey To Know Christ - looking at Philippians 3:8-14


CONNECT
Wednesday Night Supper - Sloppy Joes, at the regular time of 5:00
Please be sure to fill-out a Connect Card and let us know you'll be joining us for supper.

Normal Wednesday Night activities resume this week.

Birthday Celebration - help Mary Weissenfluh celebrate her 100th birthday. March 23, 2017 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Nottingham Health & Rehabilitation, 14200 West 134th Place, Olathe, 66062. If you want to stop in please RSVP to Peggy Crowder at 816-805-0405

SERVE
Start praying now about volunteering for the 2017-2018 Awana year. Keep watching for more information.

GROW
FOR LADIES:
Lydia Circle meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2:00 p.m.
Dorcas Circle meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
G.A.L.S meets 3rd Saturday of the month at 9:00 a.m. at the Panera on 153rd
starting a new study Broken & Redeemed March 6th
Bible Journaling meets Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. at the church.

FOR MEN:
Guys for God - Every Thursday 7:00 a.m. at Panera 153rd & K7
Path Setters - Every Thursday at 6 a.m.

MIXED GROUPS:
Young at Heart meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m.

Sojourners meet 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evenings at 6:00 p.m.
Seekers
Small Group for the Deaf

Millennials meet Saturdays
Location and times may vary so contact Layla Peach for details

Lifer's Friday is an adult small group that will meet on the 1st Friday of the month at 7:00 p. m. and is geared toward the 40-65 year olds (Locations and times may vary check with leader)

Lifer's Saturday is an adult small group that will meet on the 2nd Saturday of the month at 6:30 p.m. and is geared toward the 40-65 year olds. (Locations and times may vary check with leader)

Sunday Mornings at 8:30 a.m.
Alpha Class
Challengers
Sunshine

Sunday Mornings at 9:30 a.m.
Pathfinders
Stepping Stone
Adults "Too" - Couples small group, currently meeting in the workroom.

For more information on small groups pick up a listing with leader contact information from the Welcome Center.


Now you are in the know
Until next time...GOD BLESS

Be In The Know - March 12, 2017

PUBLIC NOTICE

First Baptist Church of Olathe

Family Life Center Fund Dissolution

Please share this information with anyone who may be affected.

If you, any member of your family or someone you know made a contribution to the Family Life Center designated fund at First Baptist Church of Olathe.

Please send or have them send a letter to:

First Baptist Church of Olathe

Budget & Finance

2024 E 151^st Street

Olathe, KS 66062

That states full name and how the funds are to be handled, you or they have three (3) options.

Option 1: Allow the church to apply your donation to its Building Improvement project

Option 2: Receive a refund of your donation. Please be aware that return of a prior donation could have tax consequences if you have already claimed that donation on your tax returns.  Please consult your tax advisor.

Option 3: Allow the church to move your donation to its General Fund

Please provide a written response to the church no later than April 15, 2017.  If you do not respond by this time, all monies remaining in the FLC designated fund will be moved to the General Fund at that time in accordance with the First Baptist Church of Olathe/Connections Community Church Financial Policy.

Questions please contact Rebecca Bilderback, Budget & Finance Chair at rcbilder@sbcglobal.net

FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Business Meeting

Our first regular business meeting of the year is scheduled for Wednesday, March 15th at 6:30 p.m. Supper will be served at 5:30 p.m. instead of the usual 5:00. 

2. Spring Ahead
Be sure to set your clocks ahead one (1) hour before bed on Saturday.

3. Office Hours
Due to extra hours worked the office will close Friday, March 10th between 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. depending on the length of the Diaconate meeting tonight (3/9)

3. Haiti 2017

Practicing the Presence of Christ is the theme of this trip being planned for July 20-25 in partnership with the Global Orphan Project & ABC Missions. There are a number of ways to be involved: 1. Be part of the team that is going. 2. Give to support one of the missionaries or contribute items will be taken to Haiti. 3. Pray and 4. Serve, if you can't go to Haiti find some place local to serve. For additional information pick-up an overview packet at the Welcome Center or contact Jen Kane at jentea78@gmail.com or 785-248-9317

WORSHIP

Let Us Know...

Please be sure to fill out a Connect Card each week to let us know you were at church and how the staff can be praying for you. If you attend the first service drop it in the offering plate as it goes by. If you attend the second service you can put the Connect Card in the offering boxes at the back of the Sanctuary. You can also sign-up for Wednesday Night Supper that way. For those of you who regularly fill them out - THANK YOU!

Don't for get to answer this week's survey question found on the Connect Card portion of the bulletin.

Coming up This Weekend:

We continue our Lenten series I Am Crucified With Christ with a message from guest Pastor Chris Miller titled Being united in Christ in death and in living - looking at Romans 6:5-11   

CONNECT

Wednesday Night Supper - Chicken Casserole, reminder supper is at 5:30 instead of the regular 5 

Please be sure to fill-out a Connect Card and let us know you'll be joining us for supper. 

Movie Night - Tomorrow, March 10th at 7:00pm oin us for the movie Joshua. Refreshments will be available. This event is being presented by the Education Department.

Birthday Celebration - help Mary Weissenfluh celebrate her 100th birthday. March 23, 2017 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. at Nottingham Health & Rehabilitation, 14200 West 134th Place, Olathe, 66062. If you want to stop in please RSVP to Peggy Crowder at 816-805-0405

SERVE

Start praying now about volunteering for the 2017-2018 Awana year. Keep watching for more information.  

Serve at Grace - March 16th 5:00 p.m. Sign-up sheets are now at the Welcome Center. Sign up to provide a dessert, serve or both.

GROW
FOR LADIES:
Lydia Circle meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2:00 p.m.
Dorcas Circle meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
G.A.L.S meets 3rd Saturday of the month at 9:00 a.m. at the Panera on 153rd

     starting a new study Broken & Redeemed March 6th

Bible Journaling meets Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. at the church. 

FOR MEN:
Guys for God - Every Thursday 7:00 a.m. at Panera 153rd & K7
Path Setters - Every Thursday at 6 a.m.

MIXED GROUPS:

Young at Heart meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m.

Sojourners meet 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evenings at 6:00 p.m.
     Seekers
     Small Group for the Deaf

     
Millennials meet Saturdays 
           Location and times may vary so contact Layla Peach for details

Sunday Mornings at 8:30 a.m.
     Alpha Class
     Challengers
     Sunshine

Sunday Mornings at 9:30 a.m.
     Pathfinders
     Stepping Stone

    Adults "Too" - Couples small group, currently meeting in the workroom.

     

NEW-Lifer's Friday is an adult small group that will meet on the 1st Friday of the month beginning March 3 at 7:00 p. m. and is geared toward the 40-65 year olds

NEW-Lifer's Saturday is an adult small group that will meet on the 2nd Saturday of the month beginning March 11 at 7:00 p.m. and is geared toward the 40-65 year olds.

For more information on small groups pick up a listing with leader contact information from the Welcome Center.

Now you are in the know

Until next time...GOD BLESS

Be In The Know - March 2, 2017

PUBLIC NOTICE

First Baptist Church of Olathe

Family Life Center Fund Dissolution

Please share this information with anyone who may be affected.

If you, any member of your family or someone you know made a contribution to the Family Life Center designated fund at First Baptist Church of Olathe.

Please send or have them send a letter to:

First Baptist Church of Olathe

Budget & Finance

2024 E 151^st Street

Olathe, KS 66062

That states full name and how the funds are to be handled, you or they have three (3) options.

Option 1: Allow the church to apply your donation to its Building Improvement project

Option 2: Receive a refund of your donation. Please be aware that return of a prior donation could have tax consequences if you have already claimed that donation on your tax returns.  Please consult your tax advisor.

Option 3: Allow the church to move your donation to its General Fund

Please provide a written response to the church no later than April 15, 2017.  If you do not respond by this time, all monies remaining in the FLC designated fund will be moved to the General Fund at that time in accordance with the First Baptist Church of Olathe/Connections Community Church Financial Policy.

Questions please contact Rebecca Bilderback, Budget & Finance Chair at rcbilder@sbcglobal.net

FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Business Meeting

Our first regular business meeting of the year is scheduled for Wednesday, March 15th at 6:30 p.m. Supper will be served at 5:30 p.m. instead of the usual 5:00.owing the second service. 

2. World Day of Prayer
Tomorrow, March 3rd. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the program will begin at 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary. There will also be an items collection taken at this event to benefit Cross-Lines. Items to donate: toilet paper, baby wipes, shampoo/conditioner, bar soap, toothpaste/toothbrushes, laundry soap, feminine hygiene products, and adult diapers. This events is open everyone and is being co-hosted by our own American Baptist Women and Church Women United.

3. Haiti 2017

Practicing the Presence of Christ is the theme of this trip being planned for July 20-25 in partnership with the Global Orphan Project & ABC Missions. There are a number of ways to be involved: 1. Be part of the team that is going. 2. Give to support one of the missionaries or contribute items will be taken to Haiti. 3. Pray and 4. Serve, if you can't go to Haiti find some place local to serve. For additional information pick-up an overview packet at the Welcome Center or contact Jen Kane at jentea78@gmail.com or 785-248-9317

WORSHIP

Let Us Know...

Please be sure to fill out a Connect Card each week to let us know you were at church and how the staff can be praying for you. If you attend the first service drop it in the offering plate as it goes by. If you attend the second service you can put the Connect Card in the offering boxes at the back of the Sanctuary. You can also sign-up for Wednesday Night Supper that way. For those of you who regularly fill them out - THANK YOU!

Don't for get to answer this week's survey question found on the Connect Card portion of the bulletin.

Coming up This Weekend:

We kicked of the season of Lent with a special Ash Wednesday Service. Sunday we get into our Lenten series I Am Crucified With Christ with a message from Pastor Derek titled Living Christ Is Christ Living - looking at select passaged of Paul's letter to the Galatians   

CONNECT

Wednesday Night Supper - Shepherd's Pie 

Please be sure to fill-out a Connect Card and let us know you'll be joining us for supper. 

Movie Night - March 10th at 7:00pm (note time change) join us for the movie Joshua. Refreshments will be available. This event is being presented by the Education Department.

Marriages need fellowship too - The Weekend To Remember marriage conference will be back in the Kansas City area for one weekend - March 10-12. For more information and to register go to: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember

World Day of Prayer - Friday, March 3. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. and the program will begin at 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary. This event is open to everyone and is being co-hosted by our own American Baptist Women and Church Women United.

SERVE

Start praying now about volunteering for the 2017-2018 Awana year. Keep watching for more information.  

Serve at Grace - March 16th 5:00 p.m. Sign-up sheets are now at the Welcome Center. Sign up to provide a dessert, serve or both.

GROW
FOR LADIES:
Lydia Circle meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 2:00 p.m.
Dorcas Circle meets 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
G.A.L.S meets 3rd Saturday of the month at 9:00 a.m. at the Panera on 153rd

     starting a new study Broken & Redeemed March 6th

Bible Journaling meets Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. at the church. 

FOR MEN:
Guys for God - Every Thursday 7:00 a.m. at Panera 153rd & K7
Path Setters - Every Thursday at 6 a.m.

MIXED GROUPS:

Young at Heart meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m.

Sojourners meet 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evenings at 6:00 p.m.
     Seekers
     Small Group for the Deaf

     
Millennials meet Saturdays 
           Location and times may vary so contact Layla Peach for details

Sunday Mornings at 8:30 a.m.
     Alpha Class
     Challengers
     Sunshine

Sunday Mornings at 9:30 a.m.
     Pathfinders
     Stepping Stone

    Adults "Too" - Couples small group, currently meeting in the workroom.

     

NEW-Lifer's Friday is an adult small group that will meet on the 1st Friday of the month beginning March 3 at 7:00 p. m. and is geared toward the 40-65 year olds

NEW-Lifer's Saturday is an adult small group that will meet on the 2nd Saturday of the month beginning March 11 at 7:00 p.m. and is geared toward the 40-65 year olds.

For more information on small groups pick up a listing with leader contact information from the Welcome Center.

Now you are in the know

Until next time...GOD BLESS