First Southern Baptist Church of Scottsdale

Men’s Ministry Trip

fsbcsoffice — Mon, 14 May 2012 13:00:52 +0000

On Friday evening, May 18, our men will carpool for an overnighter (camping and fishing) at the Rim (Willow Springs Lake, Forest Lakes). Anyone else can drive up early Saturday morning for the fishing only.

Make sure you purchase your 2012 fishing license and the trout stamp. Get to know other men of all ages just fishing together!

Bring the boys too. Contact Men’s Ministry Director Justin McCallister for more info (602-451-3694 or justindesigns1@gmail.com).

“Beat The Heat” Project

fsbcsoffice — Sun, 13 May 2012 14:15:48 +0000

Throughout May, our senior adults, under the leadership of Marilyn Horacek (480-816-3520), sponsor this ministry project in partnership with a Scottsdale Senior Center. Pick up your red bags at the ministry table, fill them with the items on the enclosed lists, and return them to the foyer during May. These necessities assist over 200 seniors in need in our area and our church provides the “lion’s share” of the bags among community organizations. All Bible Study groups and individuals of all ages are urged to help.

Special “In The Round” Event, Sunday, May 20th

fsbcsoffice — Sat, 12 May 2012 19:26:08 +0000

Ryan and Dorothy Merrill, one of our FSBCS young adult couples, will be “In The Round” next Sunday, May 20, 4:30-5:45 p.m., in the Fellowship Center to share and answer questions about their recent two-year stint of missionary service in Hungary! The Merrills were the first FSBCS couple to join through a Journey worship service, the first of two to go on an outside overseas mission trip (Italy), and the first to serve as IMB missionaries (Hungary). God will speak to us through them!

Be like God-love!

fsbcsoffice — Sat, 12 May 2012 18:49:57 +0000

There are images in Scripture about God’s mother-like love for believers. Some empty-headed interpreters try to make that a feminine part of the Trinity. Basically, this metaphor depicting God’s love is a compliment to moms!

Not all moms are full of love! But the deepest human love is usually found in moms. God’s love for us is the absolute deepest (He gave His Son for us). Our love for others is to be this kind of love.

Love enough to show, tell, share Jesus, and help. Be like God-love!

-Pastor Norwood

Crafting & Chatting- Friday & Saturday, May 18, 19

fsbcsoffice — Sat, 12 May 2012 14:51:21 +0000

Ladies, bring your favorite craft project and join us in the Fellowship Center Friday, May 18, from 5PM-10PM and Saturday, May 19, from 10AM -5PM to work together! Come for the whole time or just a couple of hours, whatever fits your schedule. Contact Kathi Barber (kathibarber@qwestoffice.net or 480-949-0901) for more information.

Bridge2Hope!

fsbcsoffice — Sat, 12 May 2012 05:20:26 +0000

Our church sponsors a young family in this transitional housing ministry, and you can help all the families and churches involved at the upcoming “Night of Giving,” a carnival all ages will enjoy!

The event will be held on Thursday, May 17, at Encanto Park, 1202 W. Encanto Blvd. in Phoenix, 5:00-8:00 p.m. The cost of $3 per person includes unlimited rides! Park employees are volunteering their time to make this possible; help us help others “transition” into safety and significance!

Contact any of our FSBCS Bridge2Hope Team members (May Velazquez, Coordinator; Sallie Jarboe, April Walker, Michelle Zuech and her mom, Julie) for more info, or see their ministry table the next two Sundays after the Morning Worship Celebration. For even more information, visit the Bridge2Hope website.

The Bible—Not a Normal Book!

fsbcsoffice — Fri, 04 May 2012 02:51:35 +0000

Christian apologist Gary Habermas (Ph.D., Michigan State University) revels in “the marks of authenticity” in Scripture. Little historical details, names of insignificant people, different ways Bible writers say the same things—all of these identify the biblical documents as being really written when and by whom they claim. Thus, Scripture has high believability immediately due to its character and accuracy.

The accuracy of the Bible’s content, its evidence contrary to some kind of conspiracy, and its unity of thought throughout make it dependable “beyond a reasonable doubt.” It’s God’s Book! Thus,it has great power. The Bible’s perseverance, influence, and “comprehensiveness” (clear and consistent answers for all of life’s major questions) also reveal its power. Mainly, though, Scripture powerfully changes lives.

Scripture gave power to the apostles who died martyrs’ deaths. Another popular apologist, Lee Strobel (Yale Law School), says they didn’t die for what they “believed” to be true (like the 9/11 terrorists), they died for what they knew as eyewitnesses “for sure” to be true (nobody dies for what he knows “for sure” to be false)! Moreover, the Bible has given power for innumerable intellectual people throughout history to change from atheism to Christ, hate to love, and insignificance to purposefulness. It has the power to change you and me—daily! Read it and see for yourself.

Sunday, May 6, “In the Round Eclectic Elements of Worship

fsbcsoffice — Thu, 03 May 2012 20:48:37 +0000

“In the Round . . .
Eclectic Elements of Worship”

This Sunday at 4:30 p.m., the Pastor’s “favorite passage” presentation in the Fellowship Center will involve the second of a two-part session on Christian attitudes based on the Book of Philippians. Everyone will receive a “Seven-Up,” guaranteed to help with relationships, work, school, home, and worship—really, for all ages, young or old!

Again, the session will include humor, Bible examination, and group participation. It involves biblically-based material the Pastor has used over the years when speaking to public school teachers, APS employees, civic clubs, sports organizations, churches, high school students, etc. However, the biblical references and examples are more numerous, enabling pastor Norwood to promise these truths about oneself can immediately (any given moment!) change anyone in the aforementioned areas—all at once!

This is not an oversell! “Come and see.”

Senior Adult Sunday, May 6th

fsbcsoffice — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 19:04:52 +0000

ALL SENIOR ADULTS ARE WELCOME TO A LUNCHEON IN THEIR HONOR, SUNDAY, MAY 6, SPONSORED BY OUR STUDENT MINISTRY. SENIORS WILL HEAR TESTIMONIES ABOUT THE THREE STUDENT SUMMER MINISTRIES AND BE ASKED TO PRAY FOR INDIVIDUAL STUDENTS!

National Day of Prayer, Thursday, May 3,

fsbcsoffice — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:27:23 +0000

National Day of Prayer calls on all people of different faiths in the United States to pray for the nation and its leaders. It is held on the first Thursday of May each year.

The FSBCS Worship Center will be open from 7:00 AM-7:00 PM on Thursday, May 3rd, to observe the National Day of Prayer.

One of our Deacon Body ministries is providing one or more “day of prayer” events each year. John Herr coordinates these for the deacons, but others helped him plan our upcoming event (Kim Desmarchais, Mona McDonald, etc.). The National Day of Prayer is next Thursday, May 3. My wife, Nancy, said last year’s event was “great” for her. Another wonderful experience is in store for all comers this year, anytime from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the Worship Center. You can sign up for an hour or more Sunday at a ministry table or just come when it is convenient for you. The following are responsible for the various prayer stations you will enjoy as you spend intimate time with the Lord and intercede for the people and situations described at the various tables:

Welcome Table – Becky Panter

Preparing for Prayer – Susan Tibbets

Family & Friends – Dee Barber

Church – Jocelyn Horton

City State & Country – Danny & Ann Seiden

Military – Jeff Winters

Missions – John Moore

Praise and Thanksgiving – John Herr

Don’t miss this great opportunity! More are attending every year; let us become a greater family of prayer together!