First Word | May 2010

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FIRST BAPTIST SEVIERVILLE | MAY 2010

Volume 40, No. 6

IN THIS ISSUE

Community Choral SingRead about our annual gathering of local choirs.

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Thoughts from Our GraduatesRead a few survey responses from our graduates.

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Highlights of the Class of 2010We highlight achievements and honors of our 2010 graduates.

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First Baptist Church of Sevierville’s Monthly Newsletter

Graduate RecognitionSunday, May 16 | 10:45 Morning Service

Please join us as we celebrate the high school and college graduates of 2010.

Randy C. Davis

Community Choral Singby Scott Andrews

Every year it is our honor to host the annual Com-munity Choral Sing here at First Baptist Church Sevierville.

This event was begun over 40 years ago by the Tuesday Evening Music Club here in Sevierville. Many years later the Music and Arts Festival took over sponsorship of the event as it became the opening event for the week long festival. For a time, the Downtown Association sponsored this event. Currently, the churches involved have continued the tradition of bringing Sevierville area churches together on the first Sunday night in May for a celebration of praise.

The churches that have participated include: First United Methodist Church of Sevierville, St. Joseph the Carpenter Episcopal Church, Parkway Church of God, Kodak United Methodist Church, First Pres-byterian Church of Sevierville, Smoky Mountain Christian Church, New Hope Church of God and, of course, our church. The Gathering, a relatively new church in the area, will join the celebration this year. The event features two songs by each choir and concludes with all the choirs coming together to join their voices in praise with two songs.

This event is always a highlight on our church cal-endar as the churches all bring their different styles of worship together. The choirs meet on Sunday afternoon before the Community Choral Sing to rehearse the combined choir songs and then to rehearse their songs before the program begins at 6:30 p.m. There is no other event like it around. The music is always spiritually uplifting and the fellow-ship of the churches brings joy to the participants and the listeners. Come join with the choirs in lift-ing praise to our Lord as we celebrate Him.

Community Choral Sing Featuring Sevierville area choirs Sunday, May 2, 2010 at 6:30 p.m.

Why am I so vocal in my appreciation for them? To quote an old, old line, “Let me count the ways”.

Strong Biblical Belief SystemsEach of the men on our staff has the highest possible view of the Word of God. Because of this, they do all they can to live their lives and equip the members of our fellowship accordingly.

Obvious Love of the LordThey each have a personal, daily walk with the Lord that is constantly growing. These men are fellow believers. These men are fellow fully-devoted followers of Jesus Christ and are not ashamed of that fact.

“Second Mile” MentalityI thank God I do not work with clock punchers. I think that I would find that irritating and slightly repulsive. Being called into ministry is a 24/7 calling. The men that serve as our associate pastors are not bothered with extra hours and long days. They have a “whatever it takes” kind of attitude.

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Enjoyment of Their CompanyThere’s a sweet fellowship among our pastoral staff. Together we have laughed a lot, prayed a lot and wept our share of tears.

No Turf to ProtectIt is obvious that our associate pastors are passionate about what they do and their particular ministry assignments. But it is a joy to see them doing all they can to lift each other up. They do not “protect their turf” with ungodly jealousy. On the contrary, they realize that it’s all about His Kingdom and not personal kingdoms.

Excellent LeadershipSimply put, they do what they do extremely well. Certainly no one is perfect, but this staff strives to present to the Lord a ministry that is well pleasing to Him.

Understanding of FriendshipI love and appreciate my brothers.

Now more than ever before, it is a joy to be your pastor.

Dead Noses Smell No RosesIt is always a good thing to tell people how you feel about them. I want to take the opportunity in this month’s First Word to express a word of gratitude for all our associate pastors. We should never take for granted that we have one of the best pastoral staffs in the country. I have such personal and deep appreciation for Scott Andrews, Jerry Hyder, Scott Carter, Craig Mintz, Royce Bailey, Roland Maddox and Chris Kirby. Dear church family, please constantly let these men know how much you appreciate them.

Thursday, May 6

Worship Center openfor prayer from 6am to 6pm.

Special Prayer Meeting at 6pm.

UP 6th Grade WeekendApril 30th and May 1st

Sign up in Sunday Schoolor call the church office

Send us your testimony!Let us share it with others

John

3:16

May2010Prayer Room Open House

Sunday, May 2 from 2:00-5:00pmCome by and see what God is doing to change lives through the power of prayer.

National Day of PrayerThursday, May 6The worship center will be open for prayer 6am -6pm and we will have a Special Prayer Meeting at 6pm.

Community Choral SingSunday, May 2; 6:30pm in the Worship CenterJoin us for a great time of song and worship.

Triple L LuncheonTuesday, May 11; 12:00pm in the FLCSpecial Guest: Rick Fair from the Blackwood Quartet. Please bring a side dish.

RA RacersWednesday, May 12 6:30pm in the CrossingAll Grades Welcome

GA’s and Mission FriendsWednesday, May 12Normal schedule at 6:30.

Graduation RecognitionSunday, May 16; 10:45am Morning ServiceAll High School and College Graduates will be recognized.

His Kids Presents “Everyday Heroes”Sunday, May 16; 6:30pm ServiceHis Kids presents the musical “Everyday Heroes.” The Children’s Choirs Grades 1-3 will also sing in the 10:45 morning service.

Play and PraiseWednesday, May 19; 6:00pm1 & 2 preschool choirs will sing on Wednesday evening May 19 at 6:00pm.

RA’s, GA’s, and Mission FriendsWednesday, May 19All Missions on normal schedule at 6:30pm.

College Panama City Beach TripMay 23-28See Chris Kirby for details.

GA/RA Winter End Mission RallyWednesday, May 26; 5:30-7:30pmMeet in regular missions room at 5:30pm.Parents please pick up children in the FLC at 7:30pm.

Camp SmokyChildren (Grades 1 - 6 completed) - July 5 - 9; July 12 - 16 - $129 per child ($64.50 for members)Youth (Grades 7 - 12 completed) - July 19 - 23 - $140 per child ($70 for members)Forms must be turned into Tammy in the church office by May 17 to guarantee your spot and rate. Please do not mail forms to Camp Smoky.

Upcoming Events

Special AnnouncementsFall 2010 ScholarshipSeminary & College scholarship applications are due to the church office by June 1st. Call Susan for more information, 453-9001.

100th Birthday CelebrationMs. Cecil Dale is celebrating her 100th birthday on May 2nd. A party will be held for her at: Little Creek 1811 Little Creek Ln. #9 Knoxville, TN 37922 You may also send her a card at this address.

Malta Mission Trip | September 2 – 11Our church has a partnership relation with Malta IMB missionaries, Earl and Robin Pinkston. We will be sending a small evangelistic team this September to continue our efforts in reaching the lost on this small country in the middle of the Mediterranean. We have adopted two cities, Xlendi and Munxar, located on the Maltese island of Gozo. If you have interest in being a part of this team please contact Kristie Russell at 429-6303 in the church office or Scott Andrews, 453-9001.

Hope for HaitiHaiti is now open to receiving mission teams. In cooperation with our Tennessee Baptist Convention Disaster Relief, we will be forming a team to go in the next few weeks. Only those with Disaster Relief training will be able to participate in this mission effort. Continue to pray for the people of Haiti and that God will provide funds and personnel.

Children’s ChoirsThe last night for all Children’s Choirs will be Wednesday, May 19.

J.B. & Shirley MatthewsHelenHodges Woody & JacksonMikeWilliams Louise McCarterWilliamJ.Mauter,Sr. Gail HaggardHobertCaylor Melba DelozierFredLoepp Pat LoeppEdithMorris Dale & Ruth MurrellBenCusick Linda Kupfer Katie Blalock SS Class Jack & Ruby Howard Ann & Heather Kelch Richard & Carol Atchley Mike, Linda &

Brandon Berrier Beulah McMahan Katie Blalock Melba Delozier Rex & Louise Delozier Pat Loepp Ruby Maples Dale & Ruth Murrell Jeff & Karen Schoenfield Randy & Jackie

Underwood Burl & Jana HillardLarryHill Mike, Linda, &

Brandon Berrier Beulah McMahan Donald & Leah Brackins Melba Delozier Rex & Luoise Delozier Larry Lafollette Pat Loepp Ruby Maples Jeff & Karen Schoenfield Randy & Jackie

Underwood Burl & Jana Hillard

BUDGETLonSutton George & Barbara Headrick Beulah SuttonHoney Gregg & Tracy PriceGlendaJohnson Louise McCarterLonSuttonMikeWilliams Charles OwnbyDonOverbay George & Barbara HeadrickDonnaBrown Wilma WardHobertCaylor Dewayne & Libby LawsonWayneBlazer Sharon BlazerVerdaEslinger Don & Margie

Leatherwood & FamilyBenCusick Lois Shults Bill & Clara Carroll Milford & Shirley Blair J.B. & Shirley Matthews Charles & Jean OwnbyLarryHill George & Barbara Headrick J.B. & Shirley MatthewsEdithMorris J.B. & Shirley MatthewsANNIEARMSTRONGMikeWilliams Will & Janet JohnsonLucyAnnParker Wilson ParkerJaneTempleMikeWilliams Deane WilliamsDwightMcMahan’s

Birthday Beulah McMahan, Mike,

Linda & Brandon BerrierLee&JuliaMize Harry & Evelyn PhillipsOurMother The Family of Doris

TrenthamDonOverbay Buddy & Carolyn GlennMr.&Mrs.LymanE.

Delozier’sBirthdays Rex & Louise Delozier

TRIBUTEDGIVING

AttendanceReport 3/28/10 4/4/10 4/11/10 4/18/10 7:00am Worship* -- 206 -- -- 8:15am Worship 682 1,498 587 617 8:15* & 9:30am SS 1,436 1,458 1,055 1,376 10:45am Worship 1,353 1,400 1,397 1,232 6:30pm Worship 339 -- 334 352

BiblicalStewardship 3/28/10 4/4/10 4/11/10 4/18/10 Total Weekly Needs $ 91,151.35 $ 91,151.35 $ 91,151.35 $ 91,151.35 Tithes & Offerings 78,229.33 93,062.04 86,695.50 87,617.53 Building Fund 720.00 2,823.00 1,304.00 2,026.00 Designated Fund 4,792.50 14,877.50 6,581.90 4,025.00

Devin MiracleKatie ShulerKris & Amber HintonCasey & Heather JonesKahla HartmanSeth OttLucas MunasqueRonnie & Sharlon MarshallPaul LaymonDoug & Tammy MaplesKayla CookMichael CorreaHerb & Janice MooreMichael Horne & Sherry RobbinsRachel TurnerAdam & Stephanie WeckesserWill Ray

Don LeatherwoodFrank AtchleyJoan McMahanNancy PalmerRichard Grinstead

• The following families wish to express their deep appreciation to the church for kindness shown during their recent loss:

Carolyn Fine & family Eleanor Kilby & Family

• The following families wish to express their appreciation for support from the church:

Linda Atkins & Mike Family of Elsie Jordan Kaysi KnightGinger Frank Dana Russell Marian Swann

• Ed Bean in the passing of his sister, Margaret Rutter.

• Michael McElhaney in the passing of his father, Ray McElhaney.

• Gordon Stevens in the passing of his mother.

• Rick & Jim Caylor in the passing of their father.

• Betty and Brent Cusick in the passing of their husband & father, Ben.

• Karen, Chris, Geoff, Nick Hill, & Laura Boling in the passing of their husband & father, Larry.

• Ray Kerley in the passing of his sister, Julia Kerley Canton.

• Evelyn Hass & David Johnson in the passing of their husband & brother-n-law, Henry.

NewMembers

RecentlyHospitalized

ThankYouNotes

Sympathyto

TVMINISTRYHelenHodges Bill & Mary OwnbyDorisTrentham Wanda Smith Pat Loepp Ronald & Evelyn Murrell Roy & Brenda WhaleySandyWebb Robert & Sandy FoxLIBRARYSusanLampton H.D. Georgia &

Craig CourtneyMargaretRutterRandallSpearsLonSuttonBeulahMaplesW.D.KilbyNormaJeanCarrDorisTrenthamSusanLamptonEileenStevensRayMcElhaneyKarenRadmoreHobertCaylorBenCusickLarryHillEdithMorris First Baptist ChurchLonSutton Mitchell & Laura WebbLarryHill Jim & Jane BrackinsMUSICMINISTRYBobLoy Marye Loy RosePaulGalyon Robert & Sandy FoxDorisTrentham Aileen Boruff & FamilyLonSutton J.C. & Shirley KingDonOverbay Billy & Lucy MaplesHobertCaylor Tommy & Jennifer BushBenCusick Gail HaggardEdithMorris Marye Rose

*Easter Sunday Only

HELPINGHANDSWilliamMauterDavidWhiteHowardBlackTheoSimsDorisTrentham Lyle & Judy Pat OverbayWilliamJoseph

Mauter,Sr. Alvin & Ruby ScrivnerAileenStevens Gary Roach’s SS Class Russell’s Sunshine

Fellowship GroupBenCusick James & Billie AtchleyLarryHill Gail HaggardCHILDREN’SCHOIRRuthGaylon Robert & Sandy FoxPRAYERROOMJohnMohr’sBirthday Jan MohrYOUTHDEPT.RayGaylon’sBirthday Helen OwnbyLeahAvril Aileen Boruff & FamilyPARKROADPROJECTJackSartenLavanaSimsShirleyShultsDavidPressleyBryanBlalock’s

72ndBirthday Jo BlalockC.H.Tarwater,Jr.DonOverbayDonnaBrownMichaelTaylorDorisTrentham Charles & Gail FancherHobertCaylor Jimmy Caylor Family Vivian Baker Elsie Huskey Charles & Gail Fancher Mike, Linda &

Brandon Beerrier Beaulah McMahan Students, Faculty

& Staff SCHS

BenCusick Charles & Gail FancherLarryHill Charles & Gail FancherPRESCHOOLDEPT.BenCusick Stanley & Kelly HowardCHRISTMASSTOREWilliamJ.MauterSr. Joe & Libby WilliamsDonnaBrown Joe & Libby Williams

IN HONORPARKROADPROJECTHaileyTurner97th

Birthday Lyle & Judy Pat OverbayMyWonderfulHusband

onOurAnniversary Gail GossettANNIEARMSTRONGOurFamilyatEaster Al & Elaine PeasePastorRandyDavis The Family of Doris

TrenthamJohnnyOwnby’sSSClass Don & Margie

Leatherwood & FamilyLarryHill Robert & Connie AlewineTOMMYPARROTTMUSIC

SCHOLARSHIPLouiseParrott The Thursday Afternoon

Bible Study GroupYOUTHDEPT.AlexMcCandless’

18thBirthday Larry & Lou LaFolletteBUDGETMarieTemple’sSSClass Don & Margie

Leatherwood & FamilyCHILDREN’SWORKROOMLibbyWilliams Marvin & Carlene Maples

IN MEMORYBUILDINGFUNDJasonHicksDr.WayneBrackinsTrulaBrackins Donald & Leah BrackinsGloria Chuck Sexton SS ClassDonnaBrownDonOverbay Jack & Elizabeth Denton George & Peggy SeatonDonOverbayFrankClabo Tom & Geraldine JinksDonOverbay Mike, Linda, &

Brandon BerrierBeulahMcMahanRobertDelozier Melba DelozierLonSutton Rex & Louise Delozier Harold ClaboughVerdaEslinger Richard & Carol AtchleyKarenRadmore Ruby MaplesDonnaBrownJimmyReaganDorisTrenthamLonSutton

How can we pray for the Class of 2010?

That I will grow closer to Jesus than ever before

Stay committed to Christ in college.

Stay focused in college.

Stay strong in my faith through college.

For me not to fall into temptation

That I never forget where I came from and that I can help others.

Help to make wise decisions in the future

Send questions or comments to [email protected]

Thoughts From Our Graduating Seniorsby Chris Kirby (assisted by Jeff Schoenfield and Kellye Kirby)

What are life lessons you learned from FBC?

Show me who you run with and I will show you what you soon shall be.

Surround yourself with Christians.

My faith is real, unshakeable, and founded on God’s infallible word.

Share faith without fear.

Show kindness to everyone.

Love Jesus.

Always keep God first.

Be a light to others.

Always pray for guidance.

Have a good foundation in Jesus Christ.

Stay in the Word, always!

Alex McCandless won the regional high school Heisman and represented his school, his church, his region, and most importantly his Lord in New York City. Alex will be running track at the University of Tennessee.

Zack Burnett will be swimming at the University of Tennessee after a very successful high school swimming career.

Kel McCarter will be playing football at the University of the Cumberlands after being an integral part of a Sevier County team that had a 10-0 regular season.

Alex Byrd won “fan of the game” for his display of school spirit, and in his interview, proposed to local reporter, Heather Harrington.

It is my pleasure to present to you the High School class of 2010. This class has been characterized by strong leadership, passion for the Lord, and faithfulness to their church. Scott and I are very proud of them and look forward to seeing what God is going to do through their lives and ministries. The following are responses from the high school graduating seniors:

Lexxi Schoenfield discovered her calling to work with special needs children.

Rachel Turner has served as team leader for our dance team, Undignified.

Tiffany Hodge has played guitar and helped lead worship at youth nights and Sevier County FCA.

Alex McCandless & Dominic Kendall preached at the evening service on April 25, 2010.

Students from this class will be attending several colleges and universities including Maryville College, MTSU, Walters State, UTK, Johnson Bible College, Carson-Newman, ETSU, & The University of the Cumberlands.

What advice do you give those who follow?

Have a quiet time everyday!

The really cool people in high school who make poor decisions aren’t going to be so cool after school when they have to pay for their choices.

Don’t become lazy, stand firm in your faith.

Pray.

Stay in church and always be prepared.

Be your own person, don’t conform to some group.

Always keep God first in your life.

Do the right thing no matter what!

Your reputation is your most valuable asset!

Highlights of the Class of 2010

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Randy C. DavisSenior Pastor

Roland MaddoxExec. Associate Pastor

Scott AndrewsAssoc. Pastor of Worship

Jerry HyderAssoc. Pastor of Adults

Address317 Parkway Sevierville, TN 37862

Office HoursMonday- Friday8:00am - 5:00pm

Office Phone(865) 453-9001(865) 428-3920 (fax)

Scott CarterAssoc. Pastor of Youth

Craig MintzAssoc. Pastor of Singles and Adult Discipleship

Royce BaileyAssoc. Pastor of Children

Clark ByramBusiness Administrator Contact UsSenior Staff

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Kelsey BaileySevier CountyHigh School

2010High School Graduates

Zachary BolingSevier CountyHigh School

Dylan BrooksSevier CountyHigh School

Zachary BurnettSevier CountyHigh School

Alex ByrdSevier CountyHigh School

Zac CarlsonSevier CountyHigh School

Justin CobbSevier CountyHigh School

Sam CollettSevier CountyHigh School

Andrea DelozierSevier CountyHigh School

Zachary FlynnSevier CountyHigh School

Allison GalyonSevier CountyHigh School

Thomas GareauSevier CountyHigh School

JordanHenricksonSevier CountyHigh School

Tiffany HodgeSevier CountyHigh School

Jared JonesSevier CountyHigh School

Dominic Kendall Sevier CountyHigh School

David KiteSevier CountyHigh School

Alex McCandlessSevier CountyHigh School

ChaseMcCandlessSevier CountyHigh School

Kel McCaterSevier CountyHigh School

Sarah McFallsSevier CountyHigh School

MatthewMcMahan

Sevier CountyHigh School

Erin NicoleMcMullen

Sevier CountyHigh School

Garrett OwensSevier CountyHigh School

BrandonPalumbo

Pigeon ForgeHigh School

Shelby PowersSevier CountyHigh School

Michael RatliffSevier CountyHigh School

Joseph RuffSevier CountyHigh School

LexxiSchoenfieldSevier CountyHigh School

Austin SolomonSevier CountyHigh School

Matt SpanglerSevier CountyHigh School

Alex TinkerSevier CountyHigh School

Rachel TurnerPigeon ForgeHigh School

Jordon WhaleySevier CountyHigh School

Logan WilsonSevier CountyHigh School

Rebecca RatcliffSevier CountyHigh School

Corey TibbsSevier CountyHigh School

2010 College Graduates

Caitlin AndrewsUniversity ofTennesseeKnoxville

Katie BecknerUniversity ofTennesseeKnoxville

Justin DuncanUniversity ofTennesseeKnoxville

James BennettGibbs

East TennesseeState University

Kellye KirbyJohnson Bible

College

Jonathan KoertenJames Quillen

Collegeof Medicine

Paige ElizabethLawson

University ofTennessee Knoxville

Michael McBrydeITT Technical

Institute

Leisha MeadeUniversity of

South Swanee

Michele MeehanCarson Newman

College

Mary SmithStrayer University

Nicholas Mark Miller

Johnson BibleCollege

Sarah RolisonWalters State

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“Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who gains understanding.”

Proverbs 3:13

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