Be In The Know

Thursday, May 25, 2017

Be In The Know - May 25, 2017

FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Office Hours
The office will close at 3:30 this Friday because of a long meeting earlier in the week. The office will be closed on Monday, May 29 in honor of Memorial Day.

2. Plastic Bottle Caps

We are continuing to collect plastic bottle caps from all sorts of bottles (soda, water, milk, pill, etc.). You can drop your plastic bottle caps off at the church office Monday - Friday and the VBS table in the Welcome Center on Sundays. Thanks!

3. Building Improvement Update

Work has started in the restrooms across from Pastor Derek's office. Work will begin on the sanctuary July 10th. We are planning a Night of Worship celebration for the re-opening of the Sanctuary August 5th.

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:
Pastor Derek's message titled The Merry Go Round Request looks at John 17:1-11.

Next week - June 4th we celebrate Pentecost. Please wear red.

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

Remember - May 31st will be the last Wednesday Night Supper until fall.

Summer Jam starts June 7th - 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.

June 7 Fudgesicles and Yard Games
June 14 Ice Cream and Drawing Olathe's largest chalk cross
June 21 Popcorn and Whiffle ball hitting contest
June 28 Summer Jam break for VBS

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 or sign up at the VBS table in the Welcome Center

Awana Clubs will be back before we know it and volunteers are needed for the 2017-2018 Awana year. 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.

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
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.

There will be three new small groups for Summer, details coming soon.

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

Thursday, May 18, 2017

Be In The Know - May 18, 2017

FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Bethel Sunday
This Sunday is Bethel Sunday, in honor of the day we are doing a canned food drive. Boxes for your donations will be located just outside the sanctuary doors.

2. Memorial Service

We will have a special service on Friday, May 26th at 6:30 p.m. If you have someone you would like remembered at this service please contact Pastor Derek or Leann Carrick with the person's name.

3. Plastic Bottle Caps

VBS will be here before we know it - so it's time to start getting supplies together. The first thing the team is asking for is plastic bottle caps and lots of them. Think... soda bottles, water bottles, milk jugs, pill bottles. etc - you get the idea. You can drop your plastic bottle caps off at the church office Monday - Friday and the VBS table in the Welcome Center on Sundays. Thanks!

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:
Pastor Derek is back with a message for us titled Erasing Errors With Jesus looking at Colossians 2:1-10.

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

May 31st will be the last Wednesday Night Supper until fall.

Summer Jam starts June 7th - keep watching for more details.

SERVE

Serve at Grace is tonight, May 18th. It's never to late to serve. Show up around 5:15 p.m. at Center of Grace on S Harrison Street.

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 or sign up at the VBS table in the Welcome Center

If you would be interested in volunteering for the 2017-2018 Awana year please contact Candice House at crzyframe@att.net or 913-309-9751.

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

There will be three new small groups for Summer, details coming soon.

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

Thursday, May 11, 2017

Be In The Know - May 11, 2017

FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Office Hours
The office will close at approximately 1:30 p.m. this Friday due to committee and diaconate meetings.

2. Bethel Sunday
May 21st has been deemed Bethel Sunday and in honor of the day we will be doing a canned food drive.

3. Plastic Bottle Caps

4. Memorial Service

We will have a special service on Friday, May 26th at 6:30 p.m.

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:
It's Mother's Day. Leann Carrick has a message for us titled Mary, A Portrait of Faithful Obedience looking at Luke 8:19-21.

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

Summer Jam starts June 7th - keep watching for more details.

SERVE

Serve at Grace is coming up May 18th. Sign up to serve, to provide a dessert or both at the Welcome Center.

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

If you would be interested in volunteering for the 2017-2018 Awana year please contact Candice House at crzyframe@att.net or 913-309-9751.

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

There will be three new small groups for Summer, details coming soon.

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

Thursday, May 4, 2017

Be In The Know - May 4, 2017

FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. 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. A cake reception will be held following the service

2. Plant Sale
The annual plant sale will begin this Sunday. The suggested donation is $1 per plant. Seedlings for tomatoes, pepper and other garden plants will be offered. All proceeds go toward IT support and equipment. Thank you for supporting this sale that helps your Garden grow and keeps out computer and stuff running.

3. Plastic Bottle Caps

4. Office Hours The office will close at 2:30 p.m. this Friday.

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:
It is Youth Sunday. Pastor Rachael has a message for us titled Overcome looking at 2 Corinthians 4:7-9 There will be a cake reception in honor of all our graduates following the second service.

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

Check out the May Newsletter to learn about Summer Jam activities. Wednesday evenings starting June 7th.

SERVE

Serve at Grace is coming up May 18th. Sign up to serve, to provide a dessert or both at the Welcome Center.

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

If you would be interested in volunteering for the 2017-2018 Awana year please contact Candice House at crzyframe@att.net or 913-309-9751.

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

Thursday, April 27, 2017

Be In The Know - April 27, 2017

2. Plastic Bottle CapsVBS will be here before we know it - so it's time to start getting supplies together. The first thing the team is asking for is plastic bottle caps and lots of them. Think... soda bottles, water bottles, milk jugs, pill bottles. etc - you get the idea. You can drop your plastic bottle caps off at the church office Monday - Friday and the Welcome Center on Sundays. Thanks!

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:
We continue in the Easter season as we look forward to Pentecost. This Sunday a message from Pastor Derek titled The Amazing Report Realized as we look at Luke 24:13-35

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

Keep Watching here for news about Wednesday evenings during summer.

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

If you would be interested in volunteering for the 2017-2018 Awana year please contact Candice House at crzyframe@att.net or 913-309-9751.

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

Thursday, April 20, 2017

Be In The Know - April 20, 2017

FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. ALL CHURCH GARAGE SALE
G.A.L.S are hosting an all church garage sale Saturday, April 22nd from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. They are accepting donations of clean, ready to sell items. Gently used children's clothing will be accepted, but please no adult clothes. Proceeds from the sale will go toward the Church Improvement Fund. For more information please contact Carolyn Ibach at carolynibach@gmail.com or 816-830-9082. Items for the sale maybe dropped off at the church Thursday, April 20th or Friday April 21st.
2. Movie NightThe education department is hosting movie night tomorrow - April 21st at 7:00 p.m. They are showing the movie "What If?" Refreshments will be available.

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. Building Improvement UpdateWe signed for the loan today - April 20th. The order has been placed for the Audio/Visual parts. We are currently waiting for an official start date. Keep an eye out here for more updates.

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:
We continue in the Easter season as we look forward to Pentecost. This Sunday a message from Pastor Derek around Jesus' appearance to the disciples from John 20:19-31

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

It's AWANA Store night this coming Wednesday - so clubbers remember your bucks.

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

If you would be interested in volunteering for the 2017-2018 Awana year please contact Candice House at crzyframe@att.net or 913-309-9751.

Moms Helping Mom's meets Fridays at 8:00 p.m.

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

Thursday, April 13, 2017

Be In The Know - April 13, 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 committee & Diaconate meetings the church office will close Friday, April 14th as early as 1:00 p.m.

2. ALL CHURCH GARAGE SALE
G.A.L.S are hosting an all church garage sale Saturday, April 22nd from 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. They are accepting donations of clean, ready to sell items. Gently used children's clothing will be accepted, but please no adult clothes. Proceeds from the sale will go toward the Church Improvement Fund. For more information please contact Carolyn Ibach at carolynibach@gmail.com or 816-830-9082. Items for the sale maybe dropped off at the church Thursday, April 20th or Friday April 21st.

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

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:
HE IS RISEN INDEED! This Sunday we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus with a message from Pastor Derek titled Love Will Rise Up And Call Us By Name - looking at John 20:1-18

Tomorrow, April 14th at 6:30 p.m. we will have a special Good Friday Service. Please plan to join us.

CONNECT
Wednesday Night Supper - It's A Surprise
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

If you would be interested in volunteering for the 2017-2018 Awana year please contact Candice House at crzyframe@att.net or 913-309-9751.

We are looking for a few good men or women who would be interested in helping to keep the church's lawns cut. Email Leann at leanncarrick.fbc@gmail.com to be put on the list. Training available for the mower.

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