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The
The Purpose of the
First Baptist Church of Carrollton is:
To be a dynamic spiritual church
empowered by the Holy Spirit to
share Christ with as many people
as possible,
To be a worshiping fellowship
experiencing an increasing
awareness of God and a growing
response to His leadership,
To nurture Christians toward
spiritual maturity,
To be a church whose members are
Christ-like in their daily living.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
[email protected]
www.carrolltonfirstbaptist.com
(770) 832-6359 • (770) 832-6467 Fax
Worship Broadcast: Radio Station 102.7 FM
102 DIXIE STREET
Messenger
VOLUME 65, NUMBER 16, APRIL 27, 2015
CARROLLTON, GEORGIA 30117
ESTABLISHED 1847
Birthday Present
I knew exactly what she meant when she said it. At the time, we had been married 22 years, and with those years I have learned to
read body language, interpret catty remarks, and even translate female hieroglyphics when needed. So, when she said of her approaching
birthday, “I have enough (emphasis mine) jewelry,” I knew what she meant. You see, in recent years my quest for the perfect birthday
present, Christmas gift, etc. has landed me in the jewelry store. I didn’t realize, until her comment, that she was ready for a gift that
didn’t dangle from her neck or wrist, or attach itself to her fingers. I took the hint.
Well, not only did she tell me what she didn’t want, she told me what she wanted. Hallelujah, what an easy shopping trip this will be!
My wife is not one to get overly sentimental. She prefers a plant instead of flowers on Mother’s Day. She likes things that are useful and
practical. Once I got her a new lamp pole for our walkway on her birthday, and you would have thought I was Brad Pitt.
What did she want for her birthday when she said, “I have enough jewelry”? A fire pit. (And no, this was not a veiled reference to our
romantic life.) You see, our daughter was having some girls over for her birthday a week or two later, and we were going to roast marsh
mellows and make SMORES. We needed a fire pit. So, a quick trip to Target, and I was done with her birthday shopping. Our daughter
wrapped it; I put a bow on it and bought a card. They only come in one color—black. If she doesn’t like it, what is she going to say, “I
wanted a pink fire pit”?
Recently, I got a text from Karen Vance with an attached picture. The text said, “Every girl’s dream is a Honda generator for her
birthday from Tommy Vance.” The picture, of course, was of Karen sitting next to her gift, a shiny red Honda generator.
Mayor Garner got the same text and his cynical response was, “I’ll bet Tommy leased it to her and he’s making Karen pay it back from
her singing appearances.”
Just as I wondered if the fire pit carried any symbolism, now I am left to wonder about the red generator. Generate what? Sparks?
I am reminded of a Henny Youngman joke. A man said that he and his wife had discovered the secret to a happy, vibrant marriage.
Two nights a week they go to a local restaurant. “Great food, a little music… She goes Tuesdays, and I go Fridays.”
I know this: Karen Vance doesn’t lack for energy (neither does Tommy). If anyone doesn’t need a generator, it is Karen. She does
marathons and triathlons in her sleep. I admire her enthusiasm for life. The word enthusiasm comes from two Greek words, “en,”
“theos,” or “in God.”
As Scott Butler said at a recent Rotary Club meeting, “enthusiasm is caught, not taught.”
Karen is a good-will ambassador for God’s love, with or without a Honda generator. In case you don’t know her or what she does, Karen
works tirelessly with cancer patients to inform and inspire them. My wife has been on the receiving end of Karen’s
enthusiasm. Her enthusiasm (“in God”) is an inspiration (“God breathed”).
So, do generators come in colors besides red? Tommy, I’m just wondering: Why red?
First Baptist Church
Baby
Dedication
Benjamin Charles Haley
Sunday,
May 3, 2015
March 16, 2015
Parents: Rob & Yvonne Haley
11:00 a.m. service
Brantley
Grae
Herzog
March 9,
2015
Parents:
Matt & Cara
Welch
Herzog
Children’s
WAM3 Concert
Adult & Youth
Missions BBQ
Wednesday, April 29
Wednesday, April 29
Performance: 6 p.m.
Supper: 5 p.m.
BBQ sandwich plates will sell for $8.00 per person with proceeds offsetting the cost of our Adult &
Youth mission trips & projects. Please purchase your tickets from a deacon, staff member, or
member of the mission team so that we will have an accurate number. Tickets will be sold at the
door on April 29th, as well. Invite your friends & neighbors to enjoy BBQ & a wonderful
performance by our children in WAM3 & Music Friends.
GRADUATE PHOTOS NEEDED BY
SUNDAY, MAY 3RD
Youth & Graduate Day will be Sunday, May 17th.
Graduates will also be recognized in the newsletter the week of
May 3rd & in the worship guide on the 17th. If you are a high
school, technical school, college or graduate school graduate,
PLEASE SUBMIT A PHOTO to the office along with the
following information NO LATER THAN SUNDAY, MAY 3RD.
Email to [email protected]
Graduating High School Seniors are invited to a luncheon in Burns Hall May 17th
at 12:15 p.m. Please rsvp to John Callaway.
Adult 4 Generations Class Fish Fry at Lake Wedowee
Saturday, May 2 at the lake home of Herb & Mary Smith
The Adult 4 Generations Sunday School Class will enjoy a delicious fish fry at the home of Herb & Mary Smith on Lake
Wedowee, & a spin on the lake if desired! The fellowship will
begin at 10 a.m. with lunch being served at noon.
Please see Mary or Herb for directions or call the church office IN
ADVANCE OF THAT DAY if you need a ride on our bus.
Carter Culwell in Concert at FBC
Sunday, May 3 in the sanctuary at 4:00 p.m.
Carter Culwell is a senior at Carrollton High School and
has been taking piano lessons from Jan Adams since the
third grade. Carter joined the Carrollton Band Program in the
sixth grade and began to study bassoon with Mike Maxwell.
Carter has played bassoon in the Carrollton wind ensemble
since his freshman year. In 2012, Carter was awarded the
Five-Year National Winner in the Guild Piano Auditions. Carter
has also performed at the GMTA State Auditions where he
received the Award of Excellence in 2010, and Outstanding
Performer in 2014 and 2015.
Thursday, April 30th
Girls’ & Guys’ High School
Breakfast @ the Callaways
All high school guys & girls will meet for
breakfast at 6:45 a.m. at the Callaway’s
house (323 Cedar St.).
Sunday, May 10
Last Sunday Night Youth Games
for the summer
Wednesday, May 13
Last Wednesday for Youth
Activities for the summer
Friday, May 22
Youth Lock-In & Out
8 p.m. to 7 a.m. • $10 per student
The festivities will begin at 8 p.m. at The
Place, but there will be an 11 p.m. late
arrival available for high school students.
If a student does not want to stay all night,
there will be a pickup time at The Place
between 11:30 p.m. & midnight. All students must stay the entire evening or be
picked up by a parent during the designated time (this includes students that
drive). Sign up with John (to cover transportation throughout the night).
June 13-19
GRADES 7-12
Carter is passionate about learning all aspects of music.
Along with playing classical piano and bassoon, he enjoys
playing guitar, improvising, and creating music with his rock
band, Chapel. Chapel has two singles available on iTunes
and Spotify. Carter also plays keyboard for the contemporary
worship band at First Christian Church.
Allendale, SC & Charleston area
See John for details.
Carter will be attending the Georgia Institute of Technology
in the fall. He plans to keep up his classical music studies.
Knoxville, TN • Grades 7-12 • See John.
MISSION PILGRIMAGE
July 20-25
UNIDIVERSITY 2015
In the Hospital as of 04/27/15
TMC: David Siviter
Thank You
Dear Friends,
Thank you for your thoughts, prayers,
donations, cards, and support during my
mother’s illness and death. We love each of
you and we are blessed to be in such a caring
and loving church. May the Lord bless each of
you.
Elizabeth Holmes
In Sympathy
Our deepest sympathy is expressed to Ted
Cantrell and family in the death of his nephew,
Johnny Cantrell, Jr. of DeFuniak Springs, FL.
First Sunday Fellowship
Breakfast for
Adult & Youth Mission Projects
Sunday, May 3 • 9:30 a.m. • Burns Hall
Wednesday night supper prices apply (see back
page), with proceeds going to missions. The
Vine, Fishermen, & Grace classes will furnish
pastries.
2015 Deacon Selection
This process will begin soon. If you do not
wish to be considered for deacon, please
contact the office asap. Membership lists
will also be available on Wednesday evenings at supper for name removal.
Age 3-Grade 6: Sign up for VBS at
carrolltonfirstbaptist.com
Look for the front page ad & link!
Welcome New Members!
Sunday, April 26, 2015
Jim & Agnes Mitchell
389 Garrett Circle • Carrollton, GA 30117
by letter
April Artist of the Month: Greg Hendrix
Greg Hendrix is a native Georgian who was born and
raised in Carroll County. He attended West Georgia
College and finished his degree in business at Carroll
Technical College. In high school he was a member of
the Carrollton High School Trojan Band where he played
trumpet for four years. In addition to playing in the
band, Greg studied organ with Patti Prichard. He was a
piano student of May Boyd and Betty Sue Smith. He
served as part-time organist at Tabernacle Baptist Church
for several years before becoming organist at the First
Baptist Church in Villa Rica, a position he held for years.
Greg is a multi-talented artist who not only is a talented
musician but is also an individual who creates artistry with flowers and home décor.
Greg sings in the Adult Choir and plays in the Handbell Choir at First Baptist in
Carrollton. His creations with fresh flowers often grace the sanctuary and add to the
atmosphere of worship. Greg is owner and lead designer of Mountain Oak Florist in
Carrollton.
Senior Adult Top of the River Trip
Monday, May 4 • Time: 5:00 p.m.
Join us for good food & fellowship at this restaurant in
Anniston, AL. Please contact the office to reserve your
spot on the bus.
Volunteers Needed for
June Wednesday Night Suppers in Homes
Homes are needed June 10 & June 17 at 5:00 p.m.
(The church picnic will be June 3 at Smokerise Park.)
Many thanks to Jim & Agnes Mitchell for offering
their Lake Tisinger home in Bowdon for our potluck supper on Wednesday, June 24th! The host
home will provide water & tea & ice. Attendees should
bring covered dishes of vegetables, salads or desserts;
FBC Hospitality Team will provide chicken & paper
goods. Please contact the office or Dr. Davis if you are
able to volunteer your home.
Adult Sunday School Teacher
& Director Appreciation Lunch
Who: Adult Sunday School Teachers & Directors
When: May 3, 2015, immediately following 11 a.m. worship
What: This will be a time to learn about the strengths of the
Sunday School programming here at FBC. We will hear
from teachers about how to best facilitate a conversation,
learn about new technology available, and have an
opportunity to plan for the Summer and Fall.
Please RSVP by April 30th to Katie Callaway at [email protected]
May Team & Committee Meeting Day: Sunday, May 3
The following groups are on rotation to meet: VBS Team, Ambassadors Team, Missions
Team, Bereavement Team, Youth Development Team, Ushers Teams, Bus Team,
Children’s Ministry Team.
On the calendar so far: Properties Committee at 12:15 p.m. in the Heritage Room;
Worship Team at 5 p.m. at The Place; Trustees at 5 p.m. in the Heritage Room.
If your group would like to meet, but is not on rotation, please contact the office with
times & location.
May 3 Duty Rosters
Upcoming Meetings & Events
Deacon of the Week: Melanie Haigood
(April 27- May 3)
Deacon on Patrol: Tommy Muse
Lay Reader: Randy Brittain
Greeters:
9:30: John Jackson, Tommy Muse,
Cleve Entrekin
Welcome Team:
Parking Lots: Ed Smith (8:15),
Steven Todd, Brandon Haigood (11:00)
Welcome Center: Phyllis Willis
Escort: Betty Giebeig
Morning Ushers:
8:30: Homer Coker, Ann Buchanan,
Ann Anderson
11:00: Skip & Jackie Yow,
Coby & Mary Anne Smith
Ambassadors:
Ben Morris, Carl Brack
Extended Nursery:
Scott & Liz Duncan
Children’s Church:
Jake, Ashley & Ansley Underwood,
Dylan Roulaine
Open Arms Classroom:
Andrea Chapman
Grounds Team: May 2
Carl Brack, Craig Welch
Offering Counter: March 4
Joan White
Wednesday Night Menu: April 27
BBQ for MISSIONS!
$8.00 per person to benefit
Youth & Adult Mission Projects
Church Staff
Dr. Steve Davis, Pastor
Dr. Glenn Eernisse,
Associate Pastor of Music & Worship
Rev. Henry Tyson
Associate Pastor of Pastoral Care
Rev. Jennifer Jindrich,
Associate Pastor of Children
Rev. John Callaway,
Associate Pastor of Students
Katie Callaway,
Associate Pastor of Education
& Spiritual Renewal
Debbie Malloy, LPC, Dr. Ron Huggins,
& Rev. Ed McGee, Counselors
3:30 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
5:45 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
6:45 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:45 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
12:15 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
7:00 a.m.
5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, April 29
Open Place/Grades 7-12/The Place
BBQ Supper for Missions/Burns Hall
The Bridge/Grades 7-12/The Place
Prayer Meeting/Burns Hall
Children’s WAM3 Spring Program/Burns Hall
Youth Bible Study/Grades 7-12/The Place
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal/Music Suite
Thursday, April 30
High School Guys & Girls Breakfast with the Callaways/
323 Cedar Street
Saturday, May 2
Adult 4 Generations Class Fish Fry/
Herb & Mary Smith’s Lake Wedowee Home
Sunday, May 3
Early Worship Service
First Sunday Fellowship Breakfast for Missions/Burns Hall
Sunday School
Young Adults/Drop-In Study/the Oasis
Morning Worship Service/Baby Dedication Ceremony
Properties Committee Meeting/Heritage Room
Carter Culwell Piano Recital/Sanctuary
Worship Team Meeting/The Place
Trustees Meeting/Heritage Room
Youth Games/Grades 7-12/The Place
Monday,May 4
Deacon Prayer Breakfast/Burns Hall
Sr. Adult Trip: Top of the River Restaurant/Anniston, AL
Special Gifts
Open Hands
First Facts:
In Memory of Hilda Nasser
Given by: Susan Anderson
April 26, 2015
Faith/Future
Sunday School: ........................... 182
In Honor of Don & Nancy Hicks
Given by: Buford & Jean Clements,
Tom & Carol Williams
In Memory of JoAnn Reynolds
Given by: James & Ina Hopkins
OLPH Annual Quiche Luncheon
Thursday, April 30
Noon • OLPH Parish Center
No reservations needed. A nursery will NOT
be provided. Please join the ladies of Carroll
& Haralson counties at this Ecumenical Luncheon.
General Fund ................. $13,016.96
Required Weekly .............. $16,404.63
Required to Date ............ $278,878.71
Received to Date ............ $290,855.90
Non-Budget Missions ....... $1,075.00
To Date ............................ $15,424.80
Faith for the Future ......... $1,275.00
To Date ............................ $14,242.00
Total ............................ $1,014,825.98
Designated .................................... $0
To Date ............................ $15,908.98
TOTAL GIFTS ............... $15,366.96
READY TO EAT FOOD NEEDED
FOR TRANSIENTS & HOMELESS
INDIVIDUALS WHO COME TO
OPEN HANDS FOR HELP.
Vienna sausages, pop-top beans, etc.,
ready to eat tuna & crackers, snack bars,
breakfast bars, peanut butter & jelly,
water, individual dry cereal boxes, etc.
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