A Word from the Pastor
Every single one of us seems to be wired to finish things. We will finish another person’s sentences. We will make sure we take the last, scrumptious bite. We won’t stop watching until the buzzer sounds, and the game is over. Something about us desires completion. That’s why this week’s sermon will be of such interest because we will hear and study the concluding cry that Jesus gave from the cross. Jesus’ words brought completion.
We stand in awe,
Pastor Danny
Holy Week Schedule
Palm Sunday—April 10
| Classic Worship | 8:30 am | Sanctuary |
| Sunday School | 9:45 am | |
| Contemporary Worship | 11:00 am | Sanctuary |
| Lord’s Supper | 6:00 pm | Sanctuary |
Holy Wednesday—April 13
| Family Meal | 5:00 pm | Family Life Center |
| Holy Wednesday Worship | 6:oo pm | Sanctuary |
Easter Sunday—April 17
| Sunrise Service | 7 am | Lake Halbert |
| Classic Worship | 9:30 am | Sanctuary |
| (No Sunday School) | ||
| Contemporary Worship | 11:00 am | Sanctuary |
Annie Armstrong—Church Goal: $8,000
Children’s Ministry
We ask all children to participate in a Palm Processional during the morning worship services. We have the palms you provide the children.
KidsPraise (children’s church) starts today! Parents, be sure to sign your kids in on the landing when dismissed. You can pick them up at the end of the service on the 4th floor.
We will have a parent/child dedication in the 11 am service on May 8th, Mother’s Day. If you would like to take part in this special event with your child, please contact Cathy Byrne or the church office. —
Wednesday—SHOUT/Cultivate28—6:00 pm
Sunday—Sunday School—9:45 am
Summer Activities:
| FROG Camp (K-2nd) June 13-16 | Preteen Camp (3rd-6th) June 27-30 | VBS/VBX (K-6th) July 17-21 |
Student Ministry
Youth Camp is Encounter Week this year at Riverbend in Glen Rose, TX, June 6-10! I hope every student can be a part of it! It’s going to be awesome! Mark your calendars and let Tim know your student wants to go!
NO D-Groups the next two weeks because of Easter. Resumes April 24th.
Beloved Ladies Ministry
The next monthly meeting will be May 12th in Fellowship Hall.
Sunday Night
Lord’s Supper @ 6 pm
Sanctuary Flower
The sanctuary flowers are given in loving memory of Lewis & Lyda Foster by their children Mr. & Mrs. Lewis D. Foster and Mr. & Mrs. Charles Bittner.
Deacon Ministry
Counselors:
Darrell Shelton, Lance Cook
On Call:
Thomas McNutt, Steve Adams
Visitors:
Seth Adams, Jim Dennison
Calendar
April 13
Holy Wednesday Service
April 15
Good Friday
Office & FLC closed
April 17
Easter Sunday Services
No Sunday School.
May 1
Mission Fest
Midweek Info
Family Meal
Make reservations by Tuesday.
Call the office (903) 872-7473. Chicken Spaghetti, Garlic Bread,
Seasoned Green Beans
Desserts, Coffee, Tea, Water
Bible Studies
No Bible Studies this Week
Holy Wednesday Service
Living Cross
As a part of our worship services on Easter Sunday, we will have a special time, during our worship, called the Living Cross. We ask everyone to bring a fresh-cut, long-stemmed flower to adorn the crosses at the altar. Remember stores are normally closed on Easter morning.
Pickle Ball
Pickle ball will soon be coming to a Family Life Center near you. If you want to participate in this weekly activity, register with Rebecca Clopp in the Family Life Center.
Body Recall
Each week on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday we offer a class that emphasizes strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. The class is led by Jimmie Buchanan, our local Body Recall expert.
Ministry Opportunities
Good News Clubs
We are hosting a Good News Club for Bowie Elementary and we had almost 50 children this past week. We are looking for five or six volunteers to help shepherd the children. If you can help, please contact Cathy Byrne or Lillie Osborne.
National Day of Prayer
We are looking for helpers to assist in making sack lunches for all the participants who will come for the noon prayer on Thursday, May 5, for the National Day of Prayer. FBC will be assembling and preparing the sandwiches and the sack lunches.
Guest Services
We are looking for smiling faces to welcome families, students, and children to our facility. You can assist families with check-in, collect information from guests, and help guide visitors to the appropriate
class or group.
Clothes Closet Ministry
We need people to sort through clothes donations. If you would like to help, contact Cleita Ferrell or Jeff Fitzhugh.
Bus Ministry
There are two ways to help our bus ministry. First, you can drive a bus route. Second, you can pick someone up on your way to church. Don’t let the lack of transportation keep someone from experiencing the blessing of Christian fellowship. To help, contact the Church Office or Stan Osborne.