en Grow, Share, Serve http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com © Copyright 2000 - 2008Church Community Builder. All Rights Reserved. http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1070 Thanksgiving Eve Please join us for the Youth led Thanksgiving Eve service from 6:30-8:00 p.m. We will start the evening with a simple supper of pizza and salad. The activities will be very family oriented. Childcare will be provided for children up to 3 years old. All regular scheduled Wednesday night activities will be suspended with the exception of Chancel Choir rehearsal at 8:00 p.m. Schedule: November 26th—No Wednesday Night Activities (Participation in the Thanksgiving Eve Service.) December 6th— Catalyst in Action (Various ministry and recreation opportunities) January 9th— Lock-In For further information about Student Ministry contact Richard Krauss , 301-473-8283 ext. 201 or go to Student Ministry. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:05:42 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1069 During these tight economic times, the need for financial assistance has grown to the point that it's easy to deplete our Fellowship Fund. The Fellowship Fund allows us to make contributions to the Religious Coalition in order to help the community with basic necessities such as utilities, rent, emergency medical needs, prescriptions, etc. We have helped eight families this Thanksgiving, with gift cards towards the purchase of Thanksgiving dinner. Thank you for your generosity to the Fellowship Fund. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:04:20 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1114 Teaching through the book of Ezekiel begins on Sunday, November 23rd at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel, reading every word from start to finish with running commentary and discussion. The classes will continue weekly until concluded. For more information contact Jim Burgoon at jim@bublebuslimericks.com or 301-662-0478. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:02:25 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1080 "Jesus was a first-century Jew who, after his crucifixion and resurrection, came to be understood as also being God incarnate." This sentence describes the rich complexity involved in coming to grips with the person of Jesus. He lived in Judea in the first century. As were thousands of other Jews in the Roman occupation, he was crucified, yet he was undoubtedly the only one to be handed over to the Romans by the Jewish leaders, and certainly the only one to come back to life. He was misunderstood by most of his contemporaries, including his own disciples, yet after his resurrection these same disciples understood that he was more than just a man anointed by God; he was somehow God Himself. Yet many have reduced Jesus to a teacher of timeless truths to make their lives easier, or someone who came to just give a list of things to do or believe in order to go to heaven after death. Others, confounded by the complexity, have essentially ignored Jesus, accepting his death for the forgiveness of their sins but looking to Paul's epistles for their understanding of Christianity. You are invited to come explore "the author and perfecter of our faith" with Pastor Larry and others who are interested in this quest on Wednesdays at 7:00 p.m. No class this week; resumes on December 3rd. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 12:01:18 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1102 My parents had three sons, and two of us are left-handed. Neither of my parents are left-handed, so what are the odds that their first two sons would be left-handed? Somewhere between 90-93% of people are right-handed, so the odds have got to be extraordinarily small. Yet here we are. Hand orientation can be detected in unborn children by observing which hand is predominantly licked or held close to the mouth, indicating that hand orientation is genetic or at least influenced by prenatal factors. Researchers have located one gene that seems to be linked to a tendency toward left-handedness. Some researchers think that high levels of testosterone in the womb can lead to left-handedness. See? Real men are left-handed. Most left-handed people do some activities right-handed, and many show some forms of ambidexterity. For instance, when I play racket sports such as tennis or racketball, I feel comfortable holding the racket in either hand. I'm equally bad no matter which hand I use. OK, maybe that's a bad example. But being left-handed in a right-handed world forces us to learn how to do some things right-handed just to make it. I'll bet you never realized that all cameras are right-handed. All the main controls are on the right side; there are no cameras made with the controls on the left side. Same with video cameras. So we learn to take pictures right-handed, and the videos of our kids are a little more shaky than if we could use our dominant hand. Since most of the people who teach us to do things are right-handed, then especially in those things we learn to do by imitation, we'll do those things right-handed. My brother and I both play the guitar right-handed. That was probably forced on us because, though they make left-handed guitars, they have to be special-ordered. (Because of the bracing of an acoustic guitar, it's not just a matter of reversing the strings. Putting heavier strings where the bracing is designed for lighter strings will eventually result in cracking the guitar top.) Bill Kelley just turns the guitar upside-down and fingers everything in reverse, but most left-handers just play it like everyone else. It probably helps us since our more dominant hand is doing the more complicated work on the fretboard. Now, what's interesting about my brother and me is that everything he does right-handed, I do right-handed. He throws left-handed but bats right-handed; so do I. He kicks with his right foot; so do I. (Yes, being left-handed generally, but not always, means you are also going to be left-footed or, more accurately, left-sided.) In my adult years this has caused me to wonder whether I'm naturally left-handed or whether I became so by imitating Mickey, who is 2½ years older. When I was little I always admired Mickey and wanted to be just like him. I still have the baseball glove that he used in Little League in Alabama; it got passed down to me, and I even used it playing intramural softball in college. Hand-me-down clothes never bothered me when I was little because I got to wear Mickey's clothes. Maybe we both bat right-handed because Dad didn't know how to teach his left-handed sons how to bat left-handed, but it's not out of the question that even as a toddler I was striving to be just like my older brother in every way, so if he did something left-handed, then that's what I did, and if he did it right-handed, so did I. Such is the power of influence, particularly with little kids. They watch, they imitate, they listen, they learn. As independent as each child is, they are not predominantly so. None of us are. We are influenced by others, and everything we do, everything we say, influences others for good or for bad. I wish Christians would get this, especially those who make it on the news or get interviewed by Larry King. They often say things that are so backward, so hurtful to people who don't fit their definition of living or believing right. You get the feeling that they are trying to force everyone to be "right-handed." Wouldn't the world be easier if everyone was "right-handed"? Maybe. But it's not; and we as Christians, whom Paul called "a peculiar people," should be the last ones to insist that it should be. I like being left-handed. It makes the world more interesting. And if I'm left-handed because I admired my older brother and wanted to be just like him, well, that's kinda cool too. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:58:37 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=977 Children's Christmas Choirs During the month of November the children from 4 years old to 5th grade will be practicing two songs for the "Imagine Christmas" performance. The practices will be led by Ann Jester and Jamie Halley and will be during the Mustard Seed and Mustard Seedlings programs and on Wednesday nights from 6-6:30 p.m. If your child is from 4 years old to 5th grade and would like to participate in the Christmas program, please plan to have them attend these practice sessions. On November 12th our Mission Friends and CiA kids all participated in a really great program called Operation Christmas Child. The children spent the evening filling shoeboxes with toys, school supplies, and hygiene products for children all around the world. We filled a total of 11 boxes and took in enough donations to send the boxes. Thank you to all the people who supported this important ministry to the poorest children in our world. Giving them a simple gift reminds them that there are people in this world that care for them and are thinking of them. Thank you! Upcoming Events November 26th—No Wednesday Night Activities for children December 19th—Couple's Night Out December 20th—Birthday Party for Jesus For general information on the Children's Ministry, contact Rachel Pyles, call 301-473-8283 or go to Children's Ministry or Preschool Ministry. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:47:47 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1104 The special called business meeting has been re-scheduled for Sunday, November 23rd, at 4:00 p.m. to discuss and take action on the proposed 2009 budget. Childcare will be provided. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:45:29 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1113 We will be asking for your donations of Poinsettias this year as we have in the past, but this year, the flowers won't be put in the Worship Center until the Sunday before Christmas. Look for order forms with information and deadlines in coming bulletins. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:43:46 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1099 Christmas is right around the corner, and planning is in full swing for the Creative Arts Ministry Team. Drama rehearsals are well underway, set construction and lighting designs are taking form and volunteers are working on many aspects of the production but additional volunteers are needed. If you are interested in helping with set construction, operating spotlights, working as a stage hand, helping with props, costumes or decorations, please contact Creative Arts Director, Marcie Handrich, or call 301-473-8283 And don't forget to pray for us as we prepare for "Imagine Christmas" on December 14th. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:32:41 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1110 The 26th Annual Adult Christmas Luncheon is planned for Monday, December 1st, at 11:30 a.m. at the Ceresville Mansion. An interesting program has been planned and a delicious menu has been selected. Tickets are now being sold and you are encouraged to purchase one and join the party. The cost for the event is $18.00. You may purchase your ticket from Viola Lee, Doris Alexander or Nancy Burdette. An attendance of 75 to 85 participants is expected. The deadline for commitments is Sunday, November 23rd. Don't miss this special Christmas celebration! For further information, contact Burnis or Clotene Barrett or 301-663-1296. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:25:55 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1112 My parents had three sons, and two of us are left-handed. Neither of my parents are left-handed, so what are the odds that their first two sons would be left-handed? Somewhere between 90-93% of people are right-handed, so the odds have got to be extraordinarily small. Yet here we are. Hand orientation can be detected in unborn children by observing which hand is predominantly licked or held close to the mouth, indicating that hand orientation is genetic or at least influenced by prenatal factors. Researchers have located one gene that seems to be linked to a tendency toward left-handedness. Some researchers think that high levels of testosterone in the womb can lead to left-handedness. See? Real men are left-handed. Most left-handed people do some activities right-handed, and many show some forms of ambidexterity. For instance, when I play racket sports such as tennis or racketball, I feel comfortable holding the racket in either hand. I'm equally bad no matter which hand I use. OK, maybe that's a bad example. But being left-handed in a right-handed world forces us to learn how to do some things right-handed just to make it. I'll bet you never realized that all cameras are right-handed. All the main controls are on the right side; there are no cameras made with the controls on the left side. Same with video cameras. So we learn to take pictures right-handed, and the videos of our kids are a little more shaky than if we could use our dominant hand. Since most of the people who teach us to do things are right-handed, then especially in those things we learn to do by imitation, we'll do those things right-handed. My brother and I both play the guitar right-handed. That was probably forced on us because, though they make left-handed guitars, they have to be special-ordered. (Because of the bracing of an acoustic guitar, it's not just a matter of reversing the strings. Putting heavier strings where the bracing is designed for lighter strings will eventually result in cracking the guitar top.) Bill Kelley just turns the guitar upside-down and fingers everything in reverse, but most left-handers just play it like everyone else. It probably helps us since our more dominant hand is doing the more complicated work on the fretboard. Now, what's interesting about my brother and me is that everything he does right-handed, I do right-handed. He throws left-handed but bats right-handed; so do I. He kicks with his right foot; so do I. (Yes, being left-handed generally, but not always, means you are also going to be left-footed or, more accurately, left-sided.) In my adult years this has caused me to wonder whether I'm naturally left-handed or whether I became so by imitating Mickey, who is 2½ years older. When I was little I always admired Mickey and wanted to be just like him. I still have the baseball glove that he used in Little League in Alabama; it got passed down to me, and I even used it playing intramural softball in college. Hand-me-down clothes never bothered me when I was little because I got to wear Mickey's clothes. Maybe we both bat right-handed because Dad didn't know how to teach his left-handed sons how to bat left-handed, but it's not out of the question that even as a toddler I was striving to be just like my older brother in every way, so if he did something left-handed, then that's what I did, and if he did it right-handed, so did I. Such is the power of influence, particularly with little kids. They watch, they imitate, they listen, they learn. As independent as each child is, they are not predominantly so. None of us are. We are influenced by others, and everything we do, everything we say, influences others for good or for bad. I wish Christians would get this, especially those who make it on the news or get interviewed by Larry King. They often say things that are so backward, so hurtful to people who don't fit their definition of living or believing right. You get the feeling that they are trying to force everyone to be "right-handed." Wouldn't the world be easier if everyone was "right-handed"? Maybe. But it's not; and we as Christians, whom Paul called "a peculiar people," should be the last ones to insist that it should be. I like being left-handed. It makes the world more interesting. And if I'm left-handed because I admired my older brother and wanted to be just like him, well, that's kinda cool too. Fri, 21 Nov 2008 11:21:28 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1116 Imagine Christmas as you've never seen it before. Relive the story of Christ's birth through the eyes of a little girl as she dreams about two angels receiving the news of Jesus going to "the planet with the people." This production, presented by the Worship and Creative Arts Ministries of First Baptist, will feature our adult and children's choirs, worship band, and drama team. Please mark your calendars for this wonderful production. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:31:25 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1109 Do you have an artificial Christmas tree that is no longer needed? The Creative Arts Ministry Team is requesting that trees be donated for use in decorating for the Advent season. The trees will need to be brought to the church by Sunday, November, 23rd. Please contact Marcie Handrich at 301-473-8283 if you have any questions. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:29:02 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1100 This is your personal invitation to help with the coffee on Sunday morning. We have Jeff and Monica Boyd's Sunday School group for the month of October but do not have any groups signed up for November and December. Please consider signing up for a week or two. Please contact Jolene Miller or call 301-696-0399. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:29:02 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1083 During these hard economic times, more and more families will be needing and depending on help from our local food bank as well as other agencies. Please don't forget to make your contribution of non-perishable food items to the Food Bank on the third Sunday of the month. For the month of December it will be on the 21st. Collection bins have been conveniently placed at the entrance of the church building. Items will be taken to the Food Bank the following Monday. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:29:02 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=993 We are again partnered with CentrePointe Counseling Services to provide affordable, licensed Christian counseling to our members and community. We have two counselors in Frederick who can be reached for an appointment. Please contact Elizabeth Devilbiss 1-800-491-5369, extention 115 and Dan Holler, extension 109. To learn more about CentrePointe Counseling Service visit the website here or pick up a brochure at the Welcome Desk. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:29:02 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1054 Don't forget to pick up your monthly devotional materials. They are located on the shelves upstairs in the Adult Department directly across from the kitchenette. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:29:02 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1111 Join us December 14th at 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Imagine Christmas as you've never seen it before. Relive the story of Christ's birth through the eyes of a little girl as she dreams about two angels receiving the news of Jesus going to "the planet with the people". This production, presented by the Worship and Creative Arts Ministries of First Baptist, will feature our adult and children's choirs, worship band, and drama team. Please mark your calendars for this wonderful production. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:15:36 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1107 Please join us for the Youth led Thanksgiving Eve Service at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday evening, November 26th. Childcare will be provided for children up to three years of age. All regularly scheduled Wednesday night activities will be suspended with the exception of Chancel Choir rehearsal at 8:00 p.m. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:15:36 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1098 A special called business meeting has been scheduled for Sunday, November 9th, at 3:00 p.m. to discuss and take action on the proposed 2009 budget. Childcare will be provided. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:15:36 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=1&article_id=1016 There are numerous families in our church who have loved ones serving in the armed forces. We would like to publish the names, e-mail addresses and mailing addresses of these individuals so that our church family may pray for them by name and perhaps provide a source of encouragement through contacting them. Please include their current status when providing the information and send it to the church office or e-mail Sonia Gadra. Thu, 20 Nov 2008 14:15:36 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=171 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=171&article_id=34 CentrePointe counselors work with individuals, couples, and families to improve relationships, deal with emotional and spiritual struggles, negotiate life transitions, and find meaning from the center of one\'s life. As pastoral counselors, we believe that there is an important spiritual dimension that people bring to the counseling process that should not be minimized. We believe in the care of the soul. At the same time, we believe that it is important not to ignore scientific advances in the understanding of biological and psychological human functioning. Healthy spirituality and healthy human functioning go hand in hand. Areas of expertise include: • Spiritual and religious problems• Pre-marital counseling• Anger management• Stress management• Depression• Family therapy• Anxiety• Couples counseling• Abuse• Eating disorders• Addictions• Sexual disorders and compulsivity• Career transitions• Loss and grief• Childhood and adolescent issues• Conflict mediation To arrange an appointment call Elizabeth at 800-491-5369 X 115 or Daniel Holler X109. For more information you can go to CentrePointe's web site www.centrepointecounseling.org Mon, 10 Nov 2008 15:28:39 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=274 There is a movement that is starting to spread. People--normal people like you and me--are sacrificing receiving Christmas gifts and are asking friends and loved ones to give them water instead. The lack of access to clean water is the leading cause of death in underdeveloped countries. Every day, 4,500 children die of water-related diseases. And in the ground right under their feet, rivers of life flow. Unacceptable. $10 billion will provide everyone in the world with clean drinking water. Americans will spend over $450 billion this holiday season. So I'm telling everyone, "I want water for Christmas." I warned my mom, "Don't try to sneak a pair of socks to me at Christmas." I can get socks any time of the year; I want water for Christmas. This is not an official church activity; it's my deal. It's personal. But if you want to join me, Jody and Andy Landers, and a growing number of people in saying, "I want Water for Christmas," then go to my blog, "While My Muse Gently Weeps", and learn more. And decide how you want to get involved. Because we aren't going for one well. We're going for the $10 billion. Pastor Larry Thu, 6 Nov 2008 15:19:31 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=1&article_id=174 Thu, 6 Nov 2008 14:47:40 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40&article_id=1077 Youth Alive, November 21st-November 23rd Join us for a trip to the annual Youth Alive Conference in Ocean City, MD! We will go to see Runks, the main speaker, as well as Leeland, the worship band. Make sure you don't miss this event! We'll have a great time! For a Registration Packet Click Here Wed, 22 Oct 2008 14:56:12 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=38 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=38&article_id=288 8:30a.m. Nursery Care for birth to age 49:45a.m. Nursery Care for birth to 24 months, and Sunday School for age 2 to Kindergarten11:15a.m. Nursery Care for birth to 2 years, and Mustard Seedlings for age 4 to Kindergarten Thu, 9 Oct 2008 13:41:06 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=38 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=38&article_id=940 6:30p.m. - 8p.m. Childcare for all children birth to Kindergarten 7p.m. - 8p.m. Children's Missions: Mission Friends for children 4 years to Kindergarten * All children's Wednesday night programs run during the school year. There are no Wedneday night activities or programs for children during the summer. Thu, 9 Oct 2008 13:39:14 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=39 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=39&article_id=942 6:30p.m. - 7p.m. Childcare for all age children in Preschool Dept. (This service is for children not attending Joybells) 6:30p.m. - 7p.m. Joybells 7p.m. - 8p.m. Children's Missions: CiA * All children's Wednesday night programs run during the school year. There are no Wedneday night activities or programs for children during the summer. Thu, 9 Oct 2008 13:38:46 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=39 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=39&article_id=16 Mustard Seed is the Children's worship time on Sundays from 11:15–12:30. Jesus described the church as a mustard seed: "The smallest of seeds that grows into the largest of plants." At the Mustard Seed Co., our goal is to help children grow in Jesus Christ. Every Sunday morning we dive into God's Word through songs, games, and teaching designed just for kids. If you are in 1st through fourth grade, come join us so we can grow together. Thu, 2 Oct 2008 16:08:52 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=39 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=39&article_id=6 "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these" (Matt. 19:14). Children are precious to us at First Baptist Church. We have a strong team of loving and dedicated teachers whose goals are to help children build a strong foundation in faith and grow in their spiritual walk every Sunday morning at 9:45 a.m.. For more information email the Director of Children's Ministries, Rachel Pyles. Thu, 2 Oct 2008 13:44:44 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40&article_id=1067 On Sundays we have Sunday School at 9:45 a.m., where we fill your body with bagels and orange juice and better yet fill you with the Everlasting Word of God! We have recently began a study entitled "66 Books",while looking at each book of the Bible and the scropture that is important in it, but may not be mentioned much! We have Catalyst on Wednesdays at 6:30- 8 p.m.,where we learn how to use God's Holy Book to reach out in the community and "allow God to change us and the world." If you want more information please contact Richard Krauss,Student Pastor. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 11:53:37 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69&article_id=268 Personal Name: Anne Gender: Female Birthday: October 23, 2004Haiti US Grade Equivalet: K School Performance: Above Average Your sponsored child lives on the plains of Carrefour, home to approximately 400,000 residents. Typical houses are constructed of cement and have corrugated iron roofs. The most commonly spoken language is Creole. The regional diet consists of maize, bananas, chicken, fish, bread and rice. Common health problems in this area include fevers, flu, diarrhea and malaria. Most adults in Carrefour are unemployed but some work as street vendors and earn the equivalent of $50 per month. This community needs more schools and employment opportunities. Your sponsorship allows the staff of Carrefour Child Development Center to provide your sponsored child with Bible teaching, health screening, health education, recreational activities, social events, educational classes, books and uniforms. The center staff will also provide meetings, health education and literacy classes for the parents or guardians of your sponsored child. Christian Activities Sunday School/Church Family Duties Carries water Hobbies and Sports DollsGroup games Guardians FatherMother Sun, 14 Sep 2008 19:12:31 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69&article_id=266 Personal Name: Obed Gender: Male Birthday: April 13, 1999 Indonesia US Grade Equivalent: 4th School Performance: Average He will finish school by: April 1st 2021 Your sponsored child lives on the plains of Tanggamadita, home to approximately 2,300 residents. Typical houses are constructed of dirt floors, bamboo walls and corrugated iron roofs. The primary ethnic group is Sumba and the most commonly spoken language is Sabu. The regional diet consists of fish and rice. Common health problems in this area include malaria, diarrhea, asthma and tuberculosis. Most adults in Tanggamadita are unemployed but some work as farmers and earn the equivalent of $32 per month. This community needs employment opportunities, improved housing and suitable land for farming. Your sponsorship allows the staff of Luri Monungu Student Center to provide your sponsored child with Bible teaching, medical checkups, nutritious food, recreational activities, birthday celebrations, field trips, opportunities for community involvement, school fees and school uniforms. The center staff will also provide health education for the parents or guardians of you sponsored child. Christian Activities CleaningCarries waterGathers firewood Hobbies and Sports MarblesReadingSinging Guardians FatherMother Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:41:24 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=69&article_id=267 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 20:38:30 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=11 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=11&article_id=89 Hello! Welcome to the FBC Staff page. Some of us are full-time, some of us are part-time, but we all enjoy serving the Lord and the First Family. If we can help you, please contact us--that's what we are here for! Marilyn Buchen Organist(301) 473-8283emailBurnis Barrett Pastor, Emeritus; Minister to Senior Adults(301) 473-8283email Larry Eubanks Senior Pastor(301) 473-8283 ext. 205email Sonia Gadra Church Secretary(301) 473-8283 ext. 200emailMarcie Handrich Director of Creative Arts (301) 473-8283 emailChip Handrich Worship Pastor (301) 473-8283 ext. 202emailRichard Krauss Student Pastor (301) 473-8283 ext. 201emailRachel Pyles Director, Children's Ministries(301) 473-8283 ext. 206emailAnn Whitehouse Financial Secretary(301) 473-8283 ext. 203email Tue, 9 Sep 2008 20:51:04 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40&article_id=952 Sun, 31 Aug 2008 19:23:52 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=55 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=55&article_id=139 "We walk around with day planners and to-do lists, Palm Pilots and BlackBerries, instant pagers and pop-up reminders on our computers--all designed to help us manage our time better. We use words like obsessed, crazed and overwhelmed not to describe insanity, but instead to characterize our everyday lives. Feeling forever starved for time, we assume that we have no choice but to cram as much as possible into every day." I remember reading these words from The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr and Tony Scwartz and thinking, "Yep, they've got it right. That describes most of the people I know in Frederick County, including me. I wonder if they have anything new to say? As I read the book, I realized that, though it may be new to many, their solution is in fact very old--as old as creation itself. In fact, it is described in the first chapters of Genesis. I dubbed it "The Sabbath Principle", and this series will examine how the Sabbath Principle affects every area of our life. ~Pastor Larry~ April 30 - Larry Eubanks, The Sabbath Principle - Luke 18:31-34 May 7 - Larry Eubanks, Fueling the Fire: Managing Physical Energy May 14: Mother's Day - Larry Eubanks, Try A Little Kindness May 21 - Larry Eubanks, Eeyores and Tiggers: Managing Emotional Energy May 28 - Larry Eubanks, Thinking Like Da Vinci: Managing Mental Energy June 4 - Larry Eubanks, Having a Why to Live: Managing Spiritual Energy June 11 - Larry Eubanks, The Power of Positive Rituals: Managing Spiritual Energy For Further Reading: The Power of Full Engagement by Jim Loehr and Tony SchwartzMomentum for Life by Michael SlaughterMaking Room for Life by Randy Frazee Sun, 31 Aug 2008 17:55:50 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=55 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=55&article_id=144 The core of the earth is composed of pure, solid iron; at the core of any organization of excellence is a set of values that are pure and solid. For the next several weeks, Pastor Larry will be exploring the core values of our church. Join us as we journey to the core. Sept 17 - Dr. Larry Eubanks, "The Word of Grace" - John 1:1-17 Sept 24 - Dr. Larry Eubanks, "A Eunuch Experience" - Acts 8:26-39 October 1 - Dr. Larry Eubanks, "The Voice" - John 10:1-17 October 8 - Dr. Larry Eubanks, "What's My Line" - Luke 15:1-32 October 15 - Dr. Larry Eubanks, "Ourspace: A Place for Friends" - Psalm 133 & Ephesians 4:1-6 October 22 - Dr. Larry Eubanks, "Serious About Serving" - Romans 12:1-8: October 29 - Dr. Larry Eubanks, "Good to Excellent" 1 Corinthians 10:31 Sun, 31 Aug 2008 17:55:39 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=56 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=56&article_id=172 Hi! Thanks for checking out our website. We are really excited about what God is doing at our church, and we hope some of that comes through. You can find a lot of information about our church on this site, but if you really want to see what God is doing at First Baptist Church, you need to come check it out for yourself. Talk to some of our people and let them tell you about their lives since they began following Jesus. We want to make a positive contribution to the quality of life in our community. Frederick County today is very similar to the Montgomery County in which I was raised: growing population, long commutes, lots of construction, overcrowded schools, tons of excitement. I love it! More than anything, Frederick County is about people--lots and lots of people, and more coming every day. People who live hectic lives in which God often gets squeezed out. People who grew up attending church and getting bored out of their brains. Well, life in Christ is anything but boring--it's the most exciting, most satisfying thing a person can experience, and I want everybody to experience it! I believe God has called me to lead a church that is exciting and fun and, more than anything, one that connects people with God through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. If you are looking for a perfect church, you won't find it at First Baptist. But if you are looking for a church that is full of imperfect people trying to reach their full potential in Christ, we just might be the place for you. We haven't arrived yet, but I think we're headed in the right direction, and we're having a blast along the way. So take a look around. If you have any questions, feel free to email me. Dr. Larry Eubanks, Senior Pastor Click here to take a short tour of FBC! Sun, 31 Aug 2008 17:38:08 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=41 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=41&article_id=94 Visitor parking is located in front of the building and handicapped parking is located at the rear of the building. Once you get here there are Greeters at the entrances and there is a Welcome Center in the Gathering Room located inside the front entrance. There you will find friendly people who will answer your questions and help you to find your way around the building. If there is any way we can serve you or your family, you can complete a Communication Card and leave it with one of the Welcome Center volunteers. Our Ushers will be happy to help you find a seat in the the Worship Center if needed. Our building is entirely wheel chair accessible. Click here for a map of our building. Click here to continue the tour: Sun, 31 Aug 2008 14:23:14 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=13 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=13&article_id=261 "My name is Richard Krauss." If you had asked me four days ago what I would be doing on this grim snowy day in January, I would have perhaps said, "building a snowman or toasting marshmallows." Never in my wildest nightmares would I have dreamed that I would be sitting here doing what I'm doing now! Then she showed up and told me there was a job to be done and only I could do it; what was even worse is she told me the clock was ticking... Sounds exciting, doesn't it? Well it's not far from the truth. What really happened is Marcie (Creative Arts Director) told me I better get my bio done for the church website, or else! Hi! I'm Richard and I am the Minister to Students and their families here at First Baptist. I was born and raised in Maryland, then moved down south when I was 18 (swearing to never return) but God had other plans. My wife Becky, my son Tim and I returned to Maryland in 1998 to serve at First Baptist and it's been an adventure ever since. Fortunately that's the way Becky and I like it. As for Tim? Well, let's just say he is stuck with us for a while. I believe Student Ministry should be God centered, fun and risky. God asks us to live boldly for Him and that is what we attempt to accomplish with our student ministry. We are constantly striving to seek God's will through ministry, missions, prayer and the study of His Word. We never stop looking for different ways to tell the world "God loves you" and (not surprisingly) we make a lot of mistakes on this journey. The fun comes in seeking God's grace and strength to continue the journey together. I hope you join us in the Great Adventure God has planned for us. Sun, 31 Aug 2008 14:22:19 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=53&article_id=151 I was born to show business parents in Las Vegas. I guess you could say that the arts are in my blood. My father was a professional dancer, singer and actor and my mother was a professional dancer as well. I was raised in church after my parents came to faith in Christ and later I trusted Christ also. We moved all over the country but lived in Canton, Ohio when I was a teen and I married my high school sweetheart, Chip, at that time. (He's the good looking one who leads worship) Our adventure took us to Bible College in Springfield, MO and then to serve in churches in the Chicago area, upstate New York, Wichita, KS and Pekin, IL. We have three grown sons and four wonderful grandchildren. I love all things aesthtic and am drawn to color, texture, imagery, music,dance and drama, just to name a few. Art has the power to touch us in profound ways. The story of God begs for life through music, image, drama, and movement. Connections are made through the heart, not just the head. We step into the story and embrace our part in it, celebrating and sharing its life giving joy with others. I love serving this wonderful church and am always excited to see how God uses the arts through us for His glory! Sun, 31 Aug 2008 14:21:45 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=51 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=51&article_id=157 Music has always been part of my life. I was blessed to live in an area that placed a high priority on music in the schools (as should every school...but don’t get me started on that one!!!) I was in junior high choir, high school a cappella choir, high school Broadway style musicals, the Northeast Ohio Opera Group and I even played guitar in a garage band. I met my best friend in high school choir and I married her (she is the gorgeous girl whose picture is just above mine) and we now have the privilege of serving together. After attending Bible College and serving in two churches in the 70s and 80s God led us to Wichita, Kansas. It was a time in my life when I was searching about where to serve the Lord—should I continue in vocational ministry, or should I serve Him in the public school system as a music teacher? I decided to finish my music education degrees, so, with Marcie’s blessing and encouragement, I attended Friends University and later graduate school at Wichita State University. God used this time to strengthen my desire to serve Him in the church and to reconfirm my belief that the church is the hope of the world. Marcie and I moved to Frederick in the fall of 2005 and we love it!! In the traditional service I love the organ accompanied hymns and the choir. In the contemporary service I get to strap on my guitar and lead with another gifted team of vocalists and instrumentalists (a long way from that garage band). We used to wonder if we could ever find a church where we would fit with our passion for both traditional and contemporary worship. We found it!! Yes, I’m passionate about music but I’m even more passionate about worship. Worship is all about giving glory to the God who made us and redeemed us through Jesus. Worship should be part of our everyday lives. On Sunday, we gather for corporate worship and our desire is that we will praise Him in music, prayer, giving, and allowing the spoken Word to change us. I hope you’ll explore one of our services soon and join us in our journey of worship! Sun, 24 Aug 2008 05:22:25 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40&article_id=1011 Catalyst is our Wednesday night activity for students. Led by our Student Pastor, Richard Krauss,Catalyst is a chance to renew ourselves spiritually in the middle of a busy week. On Wednesdays we study the Bible, learn about the world around us and have some fun mixed in, while using a little recreation to help! Our goal is to learn how we can better serve our Lord, Jesus Christ. So, come join us on Wednesday nights for a taste of living water. We meet in the high school department. Sat, 23 Aug 2008 16:45:16 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40&article_id=789 Our youth department has an e-mailing list. Throughout the year,we send subscribers e-mails about our department. These may include anything from information about events to frequent updates, and prayer requests.Our goal is to use this tool,so we can actively communicate with each other and spark new intrest! If you would like to recieve these e-mails or have any questions or want to recieve news in any other form of communication, contact Ricky Kelley. Sat, 23 Aug 2008 16:45:16 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=16&article_id=16 But the Christian life is not a solitary life. Solitude may be a necessary part of the Christian life, but Jesus came to create an authentic Christian community that would spread throughout the world, not just to save a bunch of unconnected individuals. At First Baptist Church we therefore place a high priority on relationships and building a sense of real community. Though we are a large and growing church, the center of our church's life is the small group, where we can develop deep and lasting friendships with others on the Christian journey. Small groups are held on Sunday mornings in what is traditionally called Sunday School, or during the week in member's homes. Regardless of the setting, the emphasis is on a group of people doing life together. Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:31:48 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=group&id=40&article_id=1060 A catalyst is an ingredient that helps things change. Yeast is a great example of a catalyst--it makes bread rise, and it helps to turn grains into beer. (OOPS! Did I say beer on a church web site?) Beer may not be the best example, but it makes the point (and helps me keep your attention!). We students at First Baptist believe that Jesus is our Catalyst. He is constantly changing us (if we let him) and helping us to become more like Him. As we become more like Him, we begin to change the world. That's why we call our student ministry Catalyst. Our goal is nothing less than to allow Jesus to change us and then use us to change the world. If your life needs a change come check us out on Wednesday nights at 6:30 or Sunday mornings at 9:45.Click Here For A Current Calendar of Events Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:28:51 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=36&article_id=246 A new beginning. Sounds appealing, doesn't it? The chance to start fresh? You can begin again. A relationship with Jesus transforms and makes all things new. As part of our Grand Opening celebration, Pastor Larry will begin a six-part message series, "Fresh Start." Join us on the journey as we take the first steps towards a fresh start. Feb. 24- Dr. Larry Eubanks, "The First Step To A Fresh Start"- Ephesians 2:1-10 March 2- Dr. Larry Eubanks, "Prodigals and Party-Poopers"- Luke 15:11-32 March 9- Dr. Larry Eubanks, "Playing The Hand Dealt"- I Corinthians 7:20-24 March 16- Dr. Larry Eubanks, "Saturday"- Mark 15:42-47 March 23- Dr. Larry Eubanks, "Rebirth"- John 3:1-21 March 30- Dr. Larry Eubanks, "Living in Faith"- Hebrews 11:1 April 6- Dr. Larry Eubanks, "Getting a Second Chance"- Genesis 33 April 13- Dr. Larry Eubanks, "Giving a Second Chance"- Matthew 18:21-35 April 20- Rev. Ronald Mallow, "Rejection"- Mark 7:24-30 18:21-35 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:15:35 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64&article_id=192 In June, 1899, Louis Klopsch, who was editor of the British weekly magazine The Christian Herald, read these words from Luke 22:20: "This cup is the new testament in my blood, which I shed for you." Seizing upon the symbolism of blood, Klopsch asked his pastor, Dr. T. Dewitt Talmage, if Christ's words could not be printed in red. His mentor replied: "It could do no harm and it most certainly could do much good." The following year Klopsch published the first red-letter New Testament, and since then millions of Christians have read the words of Jesus in scarlet. We pay a lot of attention to what a lot of people say regarding Christianity. Certain Christians are called on by the secular media to represent the Christian stance on any number of issues, and some accept what they say as "The Christian Position." But what did Jesus talk about? And what didn't he talk about? What was important to him? Seems to me that if we are going to call ourselves followers of Jesus, we better understand as best as we can what he actually did say. Beginning June 3rd, we are going to concentrate on the red-letters in the Bible. Join us each week as we hear and follow our Savior's voice.journey with us! June 3 - Larry Eubanks, "What Jesus Said: About His Words" -Matthew 7:24-27 June 10- Larry Eubanks, "What Jesus Said About: The Kingdom of God" -Mark 1:14-15 June 17- Larry Eubanks, "What Jesus Said About: Power" -Matthew 1:1-2 June 24- Larry Eubanks, "What Jesus Said About: Prayer" -Matthew 6:7-13 July 1-X Fuge Camp Follow-Up:Simone Barnwell,Ricky Kelley,Stephanie Witek,Hannah Pennington,Emily VanBibber,Elisa McCoy,and Richard Krauss July 8-Larry Eubanks,"What Jesus Said About: Forgiveness"-Matthew 18:21-35 July 15-Larry Eubanks,"What Jesus Said About: Sin"-John 9 July 22-Larry Eubanks,"What Jesus Said About: Heaven and Hell"-Mark 9:41-50 July 29- Larry Eubanks, "What Jesus Said About: The End Times" Mark 13 August 5- Larry Eubanks, "What Jesus Said About: Good News" Mark 1:14-15 August 12- Larry Eubanks, "What Jesus Said About: Faith and Beliefs" Matthew 5:5-13 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:15:07 MST http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64 http://www.fbc.ccbchurch.com/app/w_page.php?type=section&id=64&article_id=187 If we're going to follow Jesus twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, what might that look like? We'll be exploring that pursuit for the next several weeks. We know all of the cliched answers but maybe we just need to approach it in some fresh ways. We would love it if you would take the journey with us! April 22 - Larry Eubanks, "All Jesus, All Day" -1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 April 29- Larry Eubanks, "Spiritual Stages" -Galatians 4:1-7 May 6- Larry Eubanks, "Under Control" -Galatians 5:13-21 May 13- Larry Eubanks, "With A Broken Heart" -Psalms 51:17 May 20- Larry Eubanks, "In Step With The Spirit" Galatians 5:22-25 May 27- Larry Eubanks, "Living Beyond Your Rights" Matthew 5:38-48 Fri, 22 Aug 2008 17:14:55 MST