Volume 12 Issue 6 June 2014

Good News First Baptist Church

Greetings Church Family,

One of my favorite passages is Psalm 139. This passage speaks of how God knows us better

than we know ourselves. David writes:

O Lord, you have searched me and known me! You know when I sit down and when I rise up;

you discern my thoughts from afar. You search out my path and my lying downand are ac-

quainted with all my ways. Even before a word is on my tongue,behold, O Lord, you know it

altogether. Psalm 139:1-4.

What an amazing truth. God knows us better than anyone else. He even knows the stuff we

think before we do. What makes this truth astounding is the fact that He loves us more than

anyone else. God knows us better than anyone on the planet, yet loves us more than anyone

could. Or to say it another way, "the one who loves you the most, knows you the best." Amaz-

ing.

David closes Psalm 139 by praying God would reveal any sin in his heart.

Search me, O God, and know my heart! Try me and know my thoughts! And see if there be

any grievous way in me,and lead me in the way everlasting! Psalm 139: 23-24.

David knew that God loved him deeply. Knowing the goodness of God means that you trust

He knows best. "Surrender," is saying you are willing to lay down anything He wants you to

put down because He is good. God created you. He is the one who knows you like no other.

You can trust Him like David, to expose sin and lead you His way.

In Christ,

Pastor Dace

Romans 12:12 Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.

☺ Whether chill’in on the beach, sailing on the lake, taking a dip in

the pool or on a road trip…...REMEMBER…..

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ANNIVERSARIES 1 Charles & Ann Oxley 6 Bob & Donna Gildner 15 David & Shirley Wynne 25 Doyle & Peggy O’Neal 28 Jesse & Winnell Jameson

May. Avg. Attendance & Contributions

Attendance Average Contributions:

Sunday School Worship Services 120A.M. 32P.M. Monthly Budget Needs: $ 23,395.84

R.A.’s 12 Youth 40 Tithes/Offerings:$ 21767.35 G.A.’s/Mission F 32 Wed. Bible St. 12 Reimbursements: $ 24.00 Deacon Mtg. 10 Sun. Night Study 15 Gen.Fund Total Receipts:$ 21791.35 Men’s 1st Thursday 17

During the month on June we will not meet for the Evening Bible Study Worship Service. This will give everyone time to rest after both camps and Vacation Bible School.

REGULAR in Church Attendance REGULAR in a Bible Study REGULARly Serving

The Women’s Ministry WILL NOT MEET

IN JUNE.

There will NOT be a Senior

Adult Lunch this month.

Men’s 1st ThursdayMen’s 1st ThursdayMen’s 1st ThursdayMen’s 1st Thursday

JUNE 5th @ 6:30 p.m.JUNE 5th @ 6:30 p.m.JUNE 5th @ 6:30 p.m.JUNE 5th @ 6:30 p.m.

Menu: Mexican Food Needed: Desserts and sides will be appreciated

1 Tim McCameron 2 Karli Baker Mike Epley 5 Cynthia Hung 6 Janie Holderman 7 Tristan Schibler 8 Carol Wyly 9 Joyce Behrens 10 Ty Mingus

10 Wendel Wyly 16 Bessie Law 21 Mel Serratt 27 Buck Taylor 28 Chris Post Wendy Epley 29 Lucille McConnell

Vacation Bible School

Food List: Rice Krispy Treats w/M&M’s

1lg. Bag Mini Carrots 1 Bag Seedless Grapes

1 box Alphabet Cereal 1 Bunch of Bananas

1 lg. Bag Shredded Cheese 2 Bottles of Catsup

4 pkg. Bologna 2 Bottles Mustard

2 Loaves of White Bread 3 Bottles of Sprite

3 Jars of Lemonade Mix 3 Cans Black Olives

2 lg. Bags of Cheese Chunks

2 Containers of Cherry Tomatoes

1 lg. Jar of Hamburger Pickle Slices

2 lg. Boxes of Strawberries

4 Bags Chex Mix 2 lg. Bags M&M’s

2 Boxes/Bags Goldfish 200 Mini Corn Dogs

100 Thumbprint Cookies (I have a recipe if needed)

200 Wooden Skewers

Snacks Needed Also For the Teacher Break Room

Coordinator: Suzanne Schouten

Bible Studies are for all adults!! Wed. @ 6:30 pm

“What Are You Afraid Of?” Men & Women’s Bible Study

Sun. @ 6:00 pm ~~ “Life in the Spirit”

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

JUNE 23 - 27~~ 9 am ’til NOON

Check out the sign up sheet at the “Get Involved” bulletin board at the back of the sanctuary. Needed: Teachers, Assistants, Van drivers, etc.

SEEKING A BIBLE STUDY TEACHER

A teacher is needed for the residents of the Hico Care Center.

Time: 9 am Sundays

BIRTHDAYSBIRTHDAYSBIRTHDAYSBIRTHDAYS

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Greetings Church Family;

The school year has come to a close, and the chaos of summer is here. Families are going on vacation, and

students are off to camp. With the short months of summer, slowing down is not an option; however, it is

something we must do. Carving time out of our busy day for family time is important. Planning trips together

even if it’s just a few miles away can be a blast. I want to encourage families to take time together this sum-

mer to stop all they normally do and invest in the lives of their spouses and children, maybe even their par-

ents (yes; in-laws included). Go to the park or the lake, what’s left of most of them, and spend the day to-

gether.

I know sometimes family vacation and camps can conflict. This does not have to be a problem. Churches can

partner with parents and get the dates of church camp out early enough that families can schedule around

these events. One thing I love about camp is that students get isolated from the world for a week, and they

are able to hear God more easily because they slow down. I encourage all parents to think about sending

their kids to camp. As Ra/GA and youth camp quickly approach, be in prayer that God moves in the lives of

the student.

Finally, if there is anything my wife or I can do to help, let us know! If you have any concerns, please come

to us. We want to serve the church and love on everyone however we can. I pray that God multiplies the

church here in Hico, Texas, and He unifies us as ONE Body! With Love , Sam Powers

P.S. We have some family game nights and movie nights planned this summer. I hope to see ya’ll there!

S.S. CLASS ROTATION SCHEDULE

(Coordinator: Jamie Trusner)

JUNE MENU 4th 11th Journey Class (Peggy) Chicken Pasta Casserole 18th Joy Class Chili Dogs 25th NO PM - VBS

VOLUNTEERS SCHEDULE

6/1: Keisha Booth & Justin Rainwater 6/8: Stanton Blackburn & Johnny Serratt 6/15: Ann Oxley & Vernon Piland 6/22: Monica Moore & Conner Baker 6/29: Tristan Schibler & Garrett Kale

If you would like to volunteer to be in the rotation, contact Patty Woodall (254-396-3984)

July 24th - 27th Houston

FBC will be taking a team to help a church planter minister in two urban inner-city neighborhoods. The trip will involve hosting cook-outs, community events, working with youth/children, and personal evangelism. Sign up for more information at the back of the sanctuary, “Get Involved.”

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WEDNESDAY NIGHT SCHEDULE CHANGES

June 4th: R.A.’s/G.A.’s WILL NOT MEET due to camp

June 11th: Youth WILL NOT MEET due to camp

June 25th: NO ACTIVITIES OF ALL AGES due to VBS

July 23rd: NO ACTIVITIES OF ALL AGES due to Old

Settlers Reunion

You Are Invited to the You Are Invited to the You Are Invited to the You Are Invited to the Wedding Ceremony of Wedding Ceremony of Wedding Ceremony of Wedding Ceremony of

Roe Golightly & Caitlin Duncan Roe Golightly & Caitlin Duncan Roe Golightly & Caitlin Duncan Roe Golightly & Caitlin Duncan Saturday June 28, 2014 Saturday June 28, 2014 Saturday June 28, 2014 Saturday June 28, 2014

4:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.4:00 p.m.4:00 p.m. At First Baptist Church, HicoAt First Baptist Church, HicoAt First Baptist Church, HicoAt First Baptist Church, Hico

Reception to follow at the Methodist Family Reception to follow at the Methodist Family Reception to follow at the Methodist Family Reception to follow at the Methodist Family

Life Center.Life Center.Life Center.Life Center.

Having something from home when away at Youth camp, especially when it’s cookies, brownies, or other snacks, is priceless. If you would like to provide baked goodies, packaged

snacks or bottled water, please have them at the church by 9:45 am Sun. June 8th. And please put the baked goods in zip lock bags or stackable contain-ers.

YOUTH CAMP ~`~`~ JUNE 9th-14th

Bus Pulls Out 9:45 am Mon. Returns 2?pm Sat.

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211 S .Walnut, Drawer 519 Church Office 254-796-4238 Dace Clifton, Pastor email : fbchico@embarqmail.com Stanton Blackburn, Associate Minister Sam Powers Youth Minister Visit us on the web!..........................................................................................................................www.firstbaptisthico.com

1 6:00 pm Youth Core

2-6 TBA R.A./G.A. Camp

5 6:30 pm Men’s 1st Thursday Supper

6 TBA Youth - Ranger Game

9-14 TBA Youth Camp

13 6:30 pm Fellowship Class Supper

15 HAPPY FATHER’S DAY

16 10:00 am Youth Monday Fun Day/Gym

18 7:30 pm Youth Basketball

21 7-9 pm Youth Family Night/Games

23-27 9am-Noon VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

26 6:30 pm VBS Family Night

28 4:00 pm Roe & Caitlin Wedding

29 6:00 pm Youth Core

The lost of Hico, Clayton Arendt, Jean May-field, Lavada McGavock, Bob Schouten, Eva Thomas, Fern Wood, Jean Jackson, Joyce Taylor, Dub Newton, Eddie Malphrus, Jen-nifer Geissner, Shirley Wynne, Connie Bow-man, Judy Eby, Rachel Dunn, Ester Ramon, Mike Pratt, Sherry Plunkett, George Camp-bell, Brenda Phelps, Hay family, Kim West-moreland, Mary Anderson, Red Wagner, Jesse & Winnell Jameson, Lela Fitzgerald, Mary Needham, Ruby Harris, Betty Hug-gins, Rita (Schibler) Love, Jim Broumley, June Arendt, Lucille McConnell, Patty Cashion Cosby, Linda Warren, Mack Day, Lynn Allen, Robert Bower, Robert Walrup, Minnie Anderson, Connie Devivo, Kyle Tay-lor, Donald Webb, Charles Erick, Judith Heggin, Bob Gildner, Becky Farrah, Johnny Clepper, Troy Lockridge,Netty Jo Lindsey, Doris Sherling, Vernon Hyles, James & Lindsey Morgan on mission field, the Sikes Family, Ruth Walter family, Service men, women & their families, a revival for our nation.

Regular Schedule for Worship Services

Sun. 9:45 a.m. Bible Study 11:00 a.m. Worship Service 6:00 p.m. Evening Service

Regular Schedule of Activities Sun. 5:00 p.m. Adult Choir Practice 7:00 p.m. Youth Core Wed. 6:00 p.m. Meal for youth & children missions 6:30 p.m. Prayer Meeting, Youth, Women & Men Bible Study, R.A.’s ,G.A.’s & Mission Friends

Deacon On Call Schedule

JUNE

Week of 1st Sun. June 1st - 7th Floyd Drake Week of 2nd Sun. June 8th - 14th Fred Duncan Week of 3rd Sun. June 15th - 21st Jim Felty Week of 4th Sun. June 22nd - 28th Jerry Gilliland Week of 5th Sun. Jun. 29th - July 5th Larry Holderman

Monthly Deacon Meeting: TBA

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

JUNE 23 - 27 9 AM - NOON