Thursday, April 6, 2017

Be In The Know - April 6, 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 this week's staff meeting the church the office will close Friday, April 7th at 3:00 p.m.

2. Alabaster "Jars"
This past Sunday, Pastor Derek provided envelops to everyone to be used as Alabaster Jars. We were challenged to stuff that envelop full of everything that we see God doing for us and around us to fill us with His blessings. Please bring your stuffed envelopes to dump on the floor during the Palm Sunday services this weekend.

3. Youth Sunday
Youth Sunday will be celebrated Sunday, May 7th with a message from Pastor Rachael and graduating high school seniors being recognized at the 10:45 service. If you are or know someone who should be recognized please contact Pastor Rachael via email rachael.boevers.fbc@gmail.com or call her at 832-349-0700

4. Easter Egg Hunt
There will be an Easter Egg Hunt this Sunday, April 9 following the 10:45 service.

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!

We have a free gift for you - be sure to read the bulletin thoroughly to find out how to receive it.

Coming up This Weekend:
This Sunday is Palm Sunday it focuses on Jesus' entry into Jerusalem and signals the beginning of what the church now knows as Holy Week. Pastor Derek brings a message titled The Way of Blessings Shall Become Our Own Way - looking at Matthew 21:1-11

We will have a special service on Good Friday - April 14th at 6:30 p.m. please plan to join us.  


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

Movie Night - The Education Department will host another movie night on Friday, April 21st at 7:00 p.m. We will be showing the movie What If? Refreshments will be available.


SERVE
VBS will be June 26-30 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. If you would like to volunteer please contact Pastor Debby at debbyw.fbc@gmail.com

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.

NEW GROUP - Moms Helping Mom's for moms of all ages, meets Fridays at 8:00 p.m. The group meets at the home of Stephanie Maile. For more information please contact Stephanie at smaile9@sbcglobal.net

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

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