The Silver Springs Baptist Church

Volume XX March 2010 Number 3

Silver Springs Baptist Church 9938 Lebanon Road, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 615-758-7853

Email: silversprings@tds.net www.silverspringsbaptist.com

Serving God, Serving You, Serving Others Russ Stephens, Pastor

Mike Mann, Interim Minister of Worship & Music Tim Wood, Interim Youth Minister

Joyce Holleman, Minister of Preschool & Children Carol Armstrong, Beverly Birdsong, Church Secretaries

Dottie Owens, Financial Secretary Lois Walters, Pastoral Counselor: 758-2306

DCA Preschool @ Silver Springs: 773-6092

CHURCH WILL VOTE

TO CALL TIM WOOD

AS PERMANENT

YOUTH MINISTER

March 3: 7:30 p.m. - Meet Tim Wood in auditorium

March 7: 8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Sunday Celebration Vote to extend a call to our candidate as our

Youth Minister.

6:00 p.m. Evening Praise Service Results of the vote & candidate’s response, if

ready, will be announced to the church. Non-church members are welcome to attend all information meetings.

The Tim Wood family, which consists of wife, LeAnn, and daughters Leah and Annalise, has been active in all phases of Silver Springs Church life since September 2007. Tim and LeAnn have great commitment and passion for the Lord and ministry through Silver Springs Church.

If the church calls Tim as youth minister, he will be bi-vocational. Tim‟s full-time job for the last twelve years has been as a Shelter Insurance agent in Hermitage. His type of employment provides him a great deal of flexibility. Due to this fact, we don‟t believe it is out of the range of possibility that he can lead in the maintenance and growth of our already strong youth ministries.

So that Tim can adequately oversee our youth ministries, not neglect his family, and have time for refreshment of his spirit, body, and mind; the search committee believes it will be wise for him to relinquish all of the volunteer positions he now holds.

Tim is not a novice at youth ministry. As his resume reflects he served as youth minister at Donelson View Baptist Church, Donelson, from 2000 to 2007. During that time the number of students participating in the church‟s youth ministry rose from two to around twenty. Approximately fifteen youth came to know the Lord during those years and some have become church leaders at Donelson View and in other churches. In 2006-2007, his last year to serve Donelson View, three students committed themselves to full-time ministry in the area of preaching, youth, and missions.

Tim has and will continue to stay on the cutting edge of youth ministry through attending seminars and self-directed study. You can note in the contractual agreement how the church will aid him in doing so.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

BY LETTER:

Brian Fussell

PROFESSION OF FAITH AND FOR BAPTISM:

Blaine Fussell & Zack Fussell 121 Lake Wood Road Lebanon, TN 37087 568-0371 btfussell,@gmail.com

BY LETTER:

Windle, Wendy, & Nathan Morgan

PROFESSION OF FAITH AND FOR BAPTISM:

Jacob Morgan 1406 Tasmania Court Mt. Juliet, TN 37122 754-2047 wendymorgan1@comcast.net wmorgan@parking.com

THE ONLY THING KEEPING US FROM ADDING TO OUR CURRENT FACILITIES IS MONEY. EVERYTHING ELSE IS READY TO GO

March 13, 2010 Donelson First Baptist Church

2526 Lebanon Rd., Nashville, TN 37214 Nashville Baptist Association Regional Deacon Workshop

For Registration call 615-259-3034

Saturday Morning 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Refreshments

8:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Breakout Session 1 10:00 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Break

10:15 a.m.-10:45 a.m. Plenary Session Dr. Henry Webb 10:55: a.m.-12:10 p.m. Breakout Session 2

Breakout Conferences

Leader Conference Title Bill Choate, TBC Basic Training for „Nearly‟ New Deacons Gary Gerhardt & Lynn Parker Implementing Deacon Family Ministry in Your Church Steve Holt, TBC Deacons as Gardeners of the Fellowship Willie McLaurin, TBC Leadership Greatness Bill Northcott, TBC Promoting Unity in the Church Paul Taylor, Brentwood Building Accountability into Your Deacon Ministry Lonnie Wilkey, TBC A Team Approach to Deacon Ministry

Vacation Bible School - June 14-18 I know it is February, however, it is time to gear our hearts and minds towards Vacation Bible School. There will be an initial meeting on March 3, 2010, in room 402 at 7:30 p.m. If you are interested in teaching or assisting in any way, please attend this meeting. We will be giving out teacher packs and discussing pertinent information. We look forward to seeing you there.

Jennifer Bates

NON-PROFIT ORG US POSTAGE

PAID MT. JULIET, TN PERMIT NO. 116

Silver Springs Baptist Church 9938 Lebanon Road Mt. Juliet, TN 37122

RETURN SERVICE REQUESTED

NETWORK

Wednesday Supper Returns

March 3

We welcome Donna Knight as our new chef. All reservations need to be renewed.

Thank you to our Kitchen Committee for thoroughly cleaning our main kitchen. Let‟s all do our part to help keep our kitchen clean.

Schedule: 5:00 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. - Supper Served

Adults/Youth: $6.00 Children (4yrs.-6th gr.): $3.50 3 & Under: Free (Maximum Family Charge: $17.00)

Menu: Crispy chicken, green beans, mashed potatoes, fried apples, bread, brownies/ice cream Name: _____________________________________________ Adults/Youth Children 3 & Under

DISHES If you have left dishes in the kitchen, please pick them up or they will be donated to Goodwill.

VBS Training Opportunities

Nashville Baptist Association

April 8 at 10:00 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. Tulip Grove Baptist Church

Wilson County Baptist Association

April 12 at 6:45 p.m. Hillcrest Baptist Church, Lebanon

BAPTISM SUNDAY May 7, 2010

If you have been saved but never followed the Lord in New Testament baptism, please contact our pastor by March 3 to discuss baptism.

WCBA Evangelism Conference Rescheduled

April 12, 7:00 p.m. Hillcrest Baptist Church, Lebanon

BY LETTER:

Melinda Sue Mertens 5160 Rice Road Apt. 294 Antioch, TN 37013 977-5667

BAPTIZED:

Ian Collett 105 Seminole Lane White House, TN 37188 672-6748 w/collett@hotmail.com

Daylight Savings Time Begins

March 14 (Set clocks forward.)

Senior Adult Spring Rally Tusculum Hills Baptist Church 4930 Nolensville Road Nashville TN

April 1, 2010 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Cost: $10.00 (includes lunch) For reservations: call 615-259-3034

Special Guests: Col. Hugh X. Lewis &

Mr. George Hamilton IV

SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. Worship Celebration 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Celebration 5:00 p.m. Bible Drill (youth) 6:00 p.m. Evening Praise Service Bible Drill (4th-6th grade) Bible Skills, Drills, & Thrills (1st-3rd grade) Preschool TeamKID

Our

Church

Schedule

2010 Giving Report

February 21, 2010 (8 weeks)

Budget Goal ...................................................... $57,857.68 Budget Given .................................................... $48,090.68 Difference .......................................................... ($9,767.00)

2010 budget expenses through January 31, 2010: $32,451.74 (We purchased two major pieces of office equipment in January.)

Building Fund Given We gave $1,998.00 to our building fund last Sunday. We have given $6,206.00 in February. We have given $10,169.00 since January 1, 2010.

Building Fund (thru 10-25-09) ........................................... $387,374.09

Big Vision . . . Bigger God (17 weeks). ......................... $62,975.75

Total Given to the Building Fund ................................... $450,349.84

Building Fund Balance as of 1-31-10 ................. $248,998.98 (This total includes deduction for expenses, additions from interest earned, and transfers from general fund.)

WEDNESDAY 5:00 p.m. Wednesday Supper 6:30 p.m. Youth Fellowship/Worship Adult Discipleship Training Nursery: birth-2 years Mission Friends: 3 years-K GA girls: 1st-6th grade RA boys: 1st-6th grade

Our sincere Christian sympathy is extended to:

Thank You Notes

We would like to say thank you so much to our church family for the cards, calls, offers of food, and especially prayers during our illnesses.

Richard & Ruby Gleaves

SSBC News Corner

Honor Roll Mentioned in sports Mary Strickland, CFE 3rd Lynnze Ethridge, MJHS basketball

Tim’s Thoughts

Well, I want to thank God for what He is doing in our youth ministry. Since taking over the interim position in November, I have really tried to focus our thoughts on removing "SELF" and putting our focus back on God alone. We have been studying things like Responsibility and Self-Control in Sunday School to help us be the Christian Leaders God wants us to be. Like usual, God has shown up in a big way and I have seen a positive change in student attitudes and their daily walk with Christ. Starting March 10, we will launch our new student model of ministry at Silver Springs. Please keep our student ministry in your prayers as we all walk in "uncharted water" with this new model. Lastly, I would like to thank Russ and the Search Committee for their belief in me and what God is going to do through me. If you have not had a chance to hear my heart for Youth Ministry, I would invite you to join me on Wednesday March 3 at 7:30 p.m., as I share how God is working in my life and what I believe He would have for our Youth Ministry here at Silver Springs.

Go God! Tim

January

Sunday School ................. 155 (4 Sundays)

Morning Worship .............. 169 (5 Sundays) [192 (4 Sundays)]

Evening Worship ................ 71 (4 Sundays)

Wednesday ........................ 93 (4 Wednesdays)

New Total for Lottie Moon: $4,760.35

New Discipleship Training Classes Begin March 3

Believing God led by Melissa Bruce (auditorium) Based on Isaiah 43:10, this study explores what it means to not only believe in God but to believe Him. Materials: $12

Dare to be Uncommon led by Don Harper (room 305) All Men Wanted . . . don‟t stand on the side lines watching as the world moves around us. Be firm, be strong, and be committed to the Lord. Being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus (Philippians 1:6). Come join us for a journey through the life of Tony Dungy as we explore “Finding your path to significance – Uncommon”. Materials: $10

Parenting (What a Christian Home Looks Like and How to Build One) led by Joyce Holleman (room 402) Our homes are the "most important place on earth", but building a Christian home is no small task. Is your home considered a Christian home just because you have a Bible and other Christian books on the table, or is there something more, something different about your home? Do those who live there feel love, grace, forgiveness, hope, and purpose for their lives? Our topics of discussion for this series of classes can be applied to parents and homes with children from babies through teens, and to grandchildren as well. We will use several excellent resources during this class to discover and dig deeper into many aspects for raising happy, healthy, productive, and responsible children with Christian values and character.

Just a Note from Mrs. Joyce…

On Sunday, February 28, we’ll have our annual potluck Sunday Lunch for all families with preschoolers and children and the leaders who work with them at Silver Springs. Lunch will be at 12:15 in the fellowship hall. Please help out by bringing a large dish or two of your favorites…vegetables, salads, and desserts are needed. Meat, bread, and drinks will be furnished. After lunch hear a few brief details about upcoming events in 2010 for preschoolers, children, and their families.

Annual GA Sleepover and Missions Study will be Friday and Saturday, March 5-6. Please sign-up with your GA leader if you plan to attend. It begins on Friday night at 7:00 p.m., and ends at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday morning. Don‟t miss it!

Journey and Bible Fun Weekend at Linden Valley Baptist Conference Center, March 12-13. We are so excited about the great response of 19 children and chaperones (plus Nick and I) participating in this special weekend with hundreds of others from across our state. Be at the church by 2:30 p.m. on Friday (3/12) to be ready to leave by 2:45 p.m. Bring sleeping bag, pillow, and towel, as well as your Bible and a pen. Please see me or Cathy Postell if you have any questions.

New Discipleship Series on Parenting begins this Wednesday, March 3 at 6:30…Building a Christian Home (The Most Important Place on Earth). Join me as we dig deep into the many aspects of building a Christian home and raising happy, healthy, productive, and responsible children with Christian values and character. Our topics of discussion for this series of classes can be applied to parents and homes with children from babies through teens, and grandchildren as well.

Undesignated ............ $27,959.31

Building Fund .............. $3,963.00

LMCO ............................ $780.00

Calling All Men...Are you ready for a challenge? If so, please join us for a Tailgate Party on Wednesday, March 3 or Thursday, March 4 beginning at 6:30 p.m. to kickoff the Tony Dungy, Dare to Be Uncommon men's bible study. Both sessions will be held at the church.

Silver Springs Men’s Bible Study Dedicated to helping men be the godly men God calls us to be.

“As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” - Proverbs 27:17

Shandi Vaughn/Darrin Pendley in the death of mother & wife, Debi Pendley; to Dawn Murphy in the death of her uncle; Sherry Blackwell in the death of her grandfather; and to Glenda Britt in the death of her uncle.

Resurrection

Sunday April 4

Wednesday, March 3, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 4, 6:30 p.m.

Please sign up on sheet posted in

Educational Building.

Silver Springs Baptist Church Room To Be Determined Materials: $10 Scholarships are available for class materials.

2010 Marriage Retreat

October 29 – 31

WinShape Retreat Center

Mt. Berry, GA

Cost per couple: $315. A deposit of $50 is due at the time of reservation with two additional payments of $132.50 due by June 15 and October 23. Contact Diann Harper at 754-7407 or via email at amiesmom@comcast.net to reserve your place. Reserve your spot today. Space is limited!

Word for the Women

Prayer Breakfast: March 6 at 9 a.m.

Ladies Annual Retreat: March 26 - 28 Townsend, TN Cost for 2 nights lodging is $75

Scapbooking: March 12, 6:30 p.m. @ SSBC There is no charge. Bring your own supplies and snacks, and enjoy the fellowship of other scrapbookers.

Fit for the King: Will not meet on March 6 but will resume March 13 at 9 a.m. and continue each Saturday as long as there is interest. We are learning how to "keep moving" everyday, how to cook healthier, and even some self-defense techniques. We are also laughing a lot.

Ongoing Ministry Project: Mt. Juliet Help Center We are collecting these much needed items: 1.Toothpaste and toothbrushes 2.Shampoo and deodorant 3.Diapers and wipes 4.Ladies personal hygiene products

If you have any questions about the Women's Ministry activities, please email dottieowens@yahoo.com or call Dottie at 779-6511.

The Annie Armstrong Easter Offering® is much more than an offering envelope and an annual missions-giving emphasis. When people give to the offering, 100 percent of their gift will be transformed into missionary salaries and ministry supplies. Those missionaries and supplies will help others hear the message of Christ and respond in faith to His offer of salvation. Time and again our missionaries relate how the offering is their lifeblood. They know that behind each penny given, there is a Southern Baptist who believes in what they do and are affirming the need to equip them to share the gospel with those who need a Savior.

Silver Springs Goal: $3,200.00

March 7-14, 2010-Week of Prayer for Annie Armstrong Easter Offering

®

2010 National AAEO Goal: $70,000,000