1. Room Revolution
This project continues, we've passed out database update sheets be sure to fill one out and get it back to Leann so she can update the database (check bulletin for update form) The children's check area is coming together, we tested the new software and will be setting up activities so we can assign kids to their groups. The toddler space (the old workroom) is almost finished, just some shelves to be built, and a bit more painting. Thanks to some amazing volunteers we'll be getting a lot of painting done in the children and youth spaces and adjacent hallways. New signage is starting to be installed. Our goal is still to have the majority of these changes made by the end of July, with finishing touches be completed by the August 5th Night of Worship.
2. What to be more involved?
This Sunday, July 30 will be the Next Step Connect meeting. Following the first service those interested in learning about area inside the church where they can serve will meet in the staff office - located on the right at the end of the hall, past the main restrooms that are under construction. Following the second service those interested in serving opportunities will be in Fellowship Hall immediately following the service. August 13th we will have an info meeting and a volunteer training class. Volunteers are needed for all sorts of things in all ministry areas from children's to youth to Wednesday evening kitchen help. Come to this Sunday's meeting learn more.
3. Building Improvement
New drywall is going up in the main bathrooms and work to remove the old floors we start soon. The new platform is almost completed, carpet is being laid, trim is being put up. The new speakers for the sound system have been installed. The sound booth has been raised and expanded. As of this writing we are on schedule for the Night of Worship.
4. Volunteer Training
August 13th we will host a volunteer training class. Everyone currently volunteering in the church and everyone interested in being more connected should plan on attending this training. The class we begin following the second service and lunch will be served. Question or just need more information please contact Pastor Rachael.
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!
Be sure to check the bulletin for the question of the week.
Coming up This Weekend:
We continue the Summer Jam companion series with a message from Leann Carrick titled The Traveling Carpenter that will focus on Matthew chapters 1 & 2
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!
Be sure to check the bulletin for the question of the week.
Coming up This Weekend:
We continue the Summer Jam companion series with a message from Leann Carrick titled The Traveling Carpenter that will focus on Matthew chapters 1 & 2
CONNECT
NO Wednesday Night Supper - See you in September
NO Wednesday Night Supper - See you in September
Summer Jam has started and continues through the summer - Here's the June line up. 6:30 - 7:30 pm Small Groups for all ages. 7:30 - ??? will be Fellowship and Fun with snacks and a planned activity.
- August 2 Surprise and 4 Square Tournament
- August 9 Big Pretzels and Chalk Drawing
- August 16 Ice Cream and Karaoke Night
- August 23 Popcorn and Whiffle Ball Game
American Baptist Women Gathering - August 8 starting at 6:30 p.m. The evening will start with a Taco Salad supper and then at 7:00 p.m the program What's In Your Purse will begin. All the ladies of First Baptist are invited and encourage to bring a friend too! This fun event is being hosted by the Dorcas Circle ladies small group. For additional information contact Debby White at 913-764-2423.
Bible Journaling - want to try a different kind of small group? Join us at the church, Thursday evenings 7:00 p.m. at the church. Each week a member of the group picks a passage of Scripture as the focus, shares a devotion or just why that passage spoke to them. Then we talk about life and get creative in our Bibles. For more information email Ginger Sparks at stampinginger@sbcglobal.net
AWANA - Registration forms for the 2017-18 season are now available at the Welcome Center. Space will limited depending on how many volunteers we have.
Night of Worship - August 5th: Fellowship, refreshment and building tours start at 6:00 p.m. and the music kicks off at 7:00 p.m. Be there as we celebrate the completion of the work on the Sanctuary and other parts of the building. If you are able consider bringing some cookies for the fellowship time, you can drop them off at the church on Friday, August 4th.
SERVE
Project 20/25 2017 - THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY! This year we have sent 22/$25 gift cards to the school district to help homeless gets get what they need to start school right.
Serve at Grace - August 3 Sign-up sheets for this service opportunity are at the Welcome Center. Sign-up to provide a dessert, serve or both. We could really use some desserts. Desserts can be dropped off at the church the afternoon of Wednesday, August 2 or by noon August 3
AWANA Clubs Volunteers are needed for the 2017-2018 Awana year. We want to have 1 adult volunteer for every 5 children. The more volunteers we have the more children we'll be able to accommodate. Please contact Candice House at crzyframe@att.net or 913-309-9751. A sign-up sheet will be at the Welcome Center.
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 - are on a summer break.
Bible Journaling meets Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. at the church.
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 - are on a summer break.
Bible Journaling meets Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. at the church.
FOR MEN:
Guys for God - Every Thursday 7:00 a.m. at Starbucks 135th & Black Bob
Path Setters - are on a summer break
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.
Three new small groups for Summer
Pastor Derek will lead a study called Building Our Identity, this is a mixed group.
Jeramie Albin will lead a study called Stepping Up for men
Heather Ricketts will lead a study called Committed for women.
All three will meet at the church Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m.
All three will meet at the church Wednesday evenings at 6:30 p.m.
OTHER
THANK YOU! to those who have generously donated three 40 inch smart TVs. We need one more.
Now you are in the know
Until next time...GOD BLESS
Now you are in the know
Until next time...GOD BLESS
