Save the Dates JANUARY CALENDAR JANUARY 2015 • VOLUME 28 • ISSUE 1 11 13 11:30am NTO Luncheon (MSFH) David Michael Royse 14 11:30am Lunch On Main Resumes (MSFH) 5:00pm Great Banquet Resumes (MSFH) by Sally Sutton On September 13, 1955, David Michael Royse was born and given this name by his parents. Since that time he has earned several nicknames. David used to walk and walk all over Tucker so his neighbors began calling him “Walking Dave.” Once a neurological disease made it impossible to walk any longer, First Baptist Church and members of the church provided him with electric scooters and Adult A began calling him “Scooter Dave.” 15 10:00am Tucker Book Group (L) 19 Office Closed in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Main Street Preschool closed in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday My husband, Mark, and I began rescuing Dave from pouring rain, cold weather, etc. and giving him rides. It didn’t take long to realize he was a very special fellow. Many times he would be carrying small packages and we learned he was running errands to the grocery or drug stores to buy items for “his people.” These folks were usually shut-ins or were ill and couldn’t do this for themselves. 21 11:30am Lunch On Main (MSFH) 5:00pm Great Banquet (MSFH) 25 28 11:30am Lunch on Main (MSFH) 5:00pm Great Banquet (MSFH) AND COMING IN FEBRUARY 2/1 8:15am Deacon’s meeting 12:15pm Church Conference and Lunch 2/3 12:30pm NTO Council 1:30 pm NTO Singers 2/1011:30am NTO Luncheon (MSFH) Talking about friends this dear man never met a stranger. He would introduce himself and ask, “What is your name?” He knew people from all walks of life from the ladies who ran the delis in the groceries to the ones who served him food at Matthews Cafeteria. Once he knew a name he never forgot. That was also true of phone numbers. Dave didn’t need a phone book. He was a smart man. (for more information visit f bctucker.org or call (770) 938-1688) Valentine’s Parents’ Night Out February 14, 2015 • 6 pm to 9 pm DROP OFF BEGINS AT 5:45PM 2/16 Main Street Preschool closed in observance of President’s Day KEY continues on page 3 4:30pm KidzStreet resumes (GL) 27 1:30pm NTO Singers (MSFH Dance Room) Our friendship grew and we realized Dave had one of the biggest hearts and most generous spirits of anyone we had ever met. We would bring him fruit, cookies, cake, etc. and he would keep a little and share the rest with “his people.” He made us more generous because we began giving him more so he could share with his friends. We began taking Dave to two different Grady hospitals, the one downtown 8:15am Deacon’s Meeting (L) CG - Common Grounds GL - Gym Lobby L - Library LFH - LaVista Fellowship Hall MC - Ministry Center NTO - Never Too Old SANC - Sanctuary MSFH - Main Street Fellowship Tidings Newsletter Highlights from Christmas 2014 December 2014 Page 2 Tidings Newsletter continued from on page 1 Atlanta we dubbed “Big Grady” and the satellite clinic on Shallowford Road was called “Little Grady.” Each and every doctor treated him so well and were concerned about his health. One of the first appointments at Big Grady was to see doctors in the Orthopedic Division who hoped to do surgery to correct his deformed foot so he could walk again. After neurological tests it was found that the nerves in his leg and foot could not supply blood or oxygen so the possibility of surgery was gone. That was one of the few times we ever saw him down in the dumps. He wanted so badly to walk again. When we got back in the car for a long time Dave was very quiet, then he said, “It is o.k. because I am used to crawling now.” This is the kind of person he was. Positive, kind, caring and his coping abilities were amazing. Dave couldn’t walk for the past three years but as long as he had his scooter he managed to get his food, go to the bank, and make his daily run to Publix, not so much to buy groceries but to see all his friends who worked there. He grieved when Ingles closed, again not so much because of groceries but he worried that his friends didn’t have jobs. He visited “his people” on a daily basis. He taught me that I didn’t have to bake a cake to take to someone. A piece would be fine because all these folks needed was a kind visit from somebody who loved and cared for them. Our sons, Hank and Marty, loved Dave. Many times they took him leftovers from our dinner and took time to visit. Before they could return home, Dave was on the phone thanking us and always saying that this was his favorite meal. Dave helped make our sons more generous and giving. Often they would not eat that last pork chop or chicken leg and say, “Dave will enjoy this.” Adult A of our church adopted Dave and were so thoughtful and kind. They were generous in every way possible. Dave appreciated all in the class and would often give someone a phone call to say thanks. Anytime you greeted him or bid farewell, Dave would have a big grin, hold out his arms and say, “Give me a hug.” On October 19, 2014, Dave had a stroke and his health declined rapidly. He realized his independence was gone. After a few weeks we think he had another stroke and was taken to “Big Grady” where the doctors tried everything they could to save him. The strokes plus a massive sepsis infection ended his life on December 1, 2014. When we told Dave that anyone had died, he would say “Hallelujah, they have gone to be with Jesus. They have earned their reward in Heaven.” Our family and friends will always miss Dave. He blessed our lives. So our friend, we can sincerely say, “Hallelujah and Give me a Hug.” Valentine’s Parents’ Night Out February 14, 2015 • 6 pm to 9 pm Enjoy a night out while child care is provided for your children. Child care includes a healthy dinner and a variety of activities. There is NO CHARGE! This is an opportunity to provide parents of our church and community with a service of love from First Baptist Church of Tucker. DROP OFF BEGINS AT 5:45PM Ages 3 through 5th Grade — Register Now at www.fbctucker.org December 2014 Page 3 Tidings Newsletter Main Street Preschool with Barry Murphy Main Street Preschool had a fun filled, exciting December!! Students performed their Christmas program “Hooray for Baby Jesus” for parents in the sanctuary on December 10. Santa and Mrs. Claus visited Main Street for story time and each child had a picture made with Santa! Parents joined in on the fun for classroom Christmas parties. Students, teachers, and Main Street families celebrated all month long. Each class currently has a waiting list so main Street will offer early registration for the 2015-2016 school year on January 27th and 28th from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. Please share this information with anyone you know who is interested in enrolling in Main Street. Early registration guarantees your spot for next school year. Register for School Year 2015-2016 • January 27th & 28th 10:00am - 11:00am • Preschool Floor • Building A, First Floor Children and Youth Ministry with Abby Bradley Children’s Ministry The children at First Baptist Tucker were busy during the month of December! The KidzStreet choir presented their musical in worship and the children helped to decorate the sanctuary in the Welcoming Christmas Service. During our Christmas Eve Service, the children were in costume as they acted out the Christmas story. We are so thankful for the hard work that everyone put in to make the Advent Season so special. After a much needed break, the children will return to KidzStreet on Sunday, January 25th. If you would like to register your children please see the registration form on our website or feel free to give us a try on the 25th January 2015 and register then. Feel free to email [email protected] with any questions. We look forward to seeing you there! Youth Ministry Our youth had a busy December as they finished final exams and participated in end of the year performances in band and chorus. To celebrate the return to school in January, the youth will be going to lunch and bowling on Sunday, January, 11th following the worship service. If you are interested please email abradley@fbctucker. org with questions. See you there! — Abby KidzStreet Sundays 4:30pm to 6:00pm In the Gym Lobby KidzStreet is for children (ages 3 through 5th grade) that includes a time of music, games, crafts, snacks, and Bible stories. Page 4 Tidings Newsletter Spiritual Formation with Phill Nall Wednesdays 11:15 am Lunch ($5) Noon Presentation For reservations call (770) 938.1688 ext 210 January 14 - 28, 2015 . Presenter: Dr. Randy Shepley › Pastor, First Baptist Church of Tucker . “At the Table with Jesus” January 14: Lunch with Jesus (Luke 9:10-17) H A PPY HOUR Returns January 20th!! Tuesdays at 1:30 p.m. Except NTO day Classroom #7 Main Street Fellowship Hall January 21: Dinner with Jesus (Luke 14:15-24) January 28: Breakfast with Jesus (John 21:1-19) NTO JANUARY LUNCH MEETING PROGR A M: Ralph Freeman Tucker Book Group Meets on the third Thursday of every month 10:00am in the FBCT Library Thursday, January 15 “Somewhere Safe with Somebody Good” by Jan Karon Tuesday, January 13th at 11:30 a.m. Main Street Fellowship Hall Lunch—$7 per person Ralph is a native of Atlanta and a graduate of Morehouse College. After 9 years in marketing at IBM, God led him to full-time music ministry. He has sung with the Atlanta Symphony and across the USA and around the world. Wear your blues! January 2015 Page 5 Tidings Newsletter Sympathy to... “The Sanctuar y Choir has made a donation to the Main Street Preschool for musical instruments. We have the privilege of being lead by an energetic director who is assisted by gifted instrumentalist and sound/slide techs. We are made more complete in our worship because of their offerings, often sacrificial. A big THANK YOU to Alice Shepley, Debra Freeman, Laura Roberds, Eddie Freeman, Jared Sarubbi, Grayson Freeman, Kathy Ray, Samuel Shepley and James Shepley. The Sanctuary Choir ›› Dan Doster (Jeannette Medlin’s son) and family in the loss of his mother-in-law, Ellen Ford, on November 29. ›› The family of “Scooter Dave” Royse in his passing on December 1. ›› The family of Dorothy Chesnut, who passed away on December 17. ›› Melinda Hudgens and family in the loss of her father, Jack Johnston, on December 20. ›› Carol Cash and family in the loss of her brother-in-law, Frank Asbaugh, on Dec. 24. ›› Yvonne Hubbard and family in the loss of her brother, Larry Clarke, on December 30. First Baptist Church of Tucker is a collection site for the Tucker Mid-Year School Supply Drive for the Tucker Cluster Schools. The collection box is in the hallway by the office. Wish list items are: No. 2 Pencils Paper Towels Ball Point Pens Clorox Wipes Dry Erase Markers-low odor Ziplock Bags Copy Paper Scotch Tape Hand Sanitizer Staples Anti-bacterial hand soap Scissors Boxes of Kleenex Staplers January 2015 ›› Ann Sarubbi and family in the loss of her sister, Cheryl Melton, on December 30. Because of a change in recycling management, the recycling bins have been removed from the parking lot at 2367 Main Street. Thank you for your patience as we search for other more viable recycling options. Page 6 Tidings Newsletter Spring Kick-Off 5073 Lavista Road, Tucker, GA 30084 January 11 Deacon’s Meeting (770) 938-1688 w ww.fbctucker.org January 13 NTO (Never Too Old) Luncheon In Case of Emergency (Nights & Weekends) Please contact the on call ministry staff member as follows: 1st Sunday/1st Week of the Month Phill Nall 770-757-0527 January 14 Lunch on Main & Great Banquet 2nd Sunday/2nd Week of the Month Pam Woodson 678-760-3969 January 15 Tucker Book Group 3rd Sunday/3rd Week of the Month Randy Shepley 678-983-1185 4th Sunday/4th Week of the Month Abby Bradley 678-294-6196 January 20 NTO (Never Too Old) Singers The 5th Sunday and 5th week will be on a rotation basis and will be listed each week in the Sunday bulletin. The above procedure will be in lieu of the church emergency number. Ladies Bible Study (6:30PM) January 21 Ladies Bible Study (9:30AM) MINISTERIAL STAFF Dr. Randy Shepley Pastor January 25 KidzStreet Alice Shepley Interim Director of Music Ministries In case of inclement weather, stay tuned to the local channels for school closings. If Dekalb County is closed for inclement weather, the church office along with Main Street Rev. Phill Nall Minister of Education Senior Adults Pam Woodson Administrator/Financial Ministry Assistant Abby Bradley Minister to Children and Youth Lois Alexander Church Ministry Assistant Barry Murphy Main Street Preschool Director Elaine Hoffman Pastoral Counselor (770) 938-1688, x 227 Preschool will be closed. 11/2/14 11/9/14 11/16/14 11/23/14 11/30/14 Requirements to Date $562,450.24 $575,233.20 $588,016.16 $600,799.12 $613,582.08 Received to Date $475,722.63 $483,754.63 $496,262.07 $505,075.07 $511,925.07 Surplus/Deficit -$86,727.61 -$91,478.57 -$91,754.09 -$95,724.05 -$101,657.01 Received this Week $32,704.13 $8,032.00 $12,507.44 $8,813.00 $6,850.00 January 2015 Page 7
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