Man Up!

While pastoring in the early 1980s in Oklahoma, I became

acquainted with a touring, full-contact fghter skilled in the
martial art of taekwondo. His nickname was Redwood. He
came to our town on the run and seeking to hide out from
his sensei, his master from Kansas who demanded that
Redwood become his slave. When the 64, 230 pound man
refused to do his bidding, the teacher put out a contract on
his life. Though Redwood could do the splits front-ways and
side-ways, he knew that he needed to split from Kansas
and get out of Dodge! Not knowing Christ, he stumbled onto our church. He
showed me a yellow notebook paper upon which he had written Bible verses
picked at random from the Bible. The Spirit had led him to the greatest plan of
salvation verses possible John 3:16, Romans 6:23, and Romans 5:8. This big
man understood that he needed to Man Up to become a servant of the Savior.
Guys, even though you may be a manly man like my friend who left the fghting
world and eastern religion, the most courageous thing you can do is to become
Gods man under the King of Kings authority. I believe that the Lord is leading
you to be a part of our Band of Brothers, which begins next Wednesday at
6:25 pm in the Chapel. Like Redwood, you dont have to know much about the
Bible to be a candidate for a full-contact encounter with the living Lord.
I am privileged to work with our lay-leader, Mr. Terry Cole, and our staff
coordinator, John David Edie. John David, Steve Hayes, Tom Rider, Doug
Pigg, and I will be teaching on practical subjects specifcally related to being
godly men. We urge you to get involved at a particular table, make friends, and
be under the direction of our Table Disciplers, the fellows who coordinate the
discussion and care for the men around them. We always allow time for prayer
and sharing. This is a terrifc way to get more involved. Come as you are
concerning clothes, lifestyle, and other ways, but know that God will help you to
be what you ought to be. If you have been a part of the Mens Ministry, invite a
friend to sit at your table, even if he is not a believer or an FBCN member. So,
lets man up!
Churchwide Dr. Hayes Wicker, Senior Pastor
There is a guest reception in the Commons following the Saturday night and
Sunday morning worship services. Pastor would love to meet you!
Guest Reception
Absent from the Body, Present with the Lord
Carl Calabrese met Jesus face to face on June 30. We are praying for his wife,
Marlene, and the rest of the family. Paul Schaap went home to be with Jesus
on July 16. We are praying for his wife, Joyce, and the rest of the family. Edith
Whitaker passed into glory on August 1. We are praying for her family.
Missions Ministry
Building Kingdom Families - Block BLG led by Tom Rider
Saturday, September 6 - October 11 at 7:30pm in the Chapel
What is your plan for passing on a godly heritage to your children? What are some
key biblical imperatives that will help you? What are the resources available to
assist you? Join us for this six session Block BLG. It is a unique opportunity to
equip parents to be all that God intends for them to be.
Big Daddy Weave Concert
Thursday, October 9 at 7:00pm
at First Baptist Church Naples
in the Worship Center
Also featuring Chris August, Group1Crew,
and Dara MacLean. Tickets are available
exclusively at chosentickets.com. (VIP
seating is $32.00 and general admission is
$25.00. Groups of 10 or more are $22.00).
Various Ministries Womens Ministry
RefresHer Fall Study: Sermon on the Mount
Begins Tuesday, August 26 at 9am and
Wednesday, Aug 27 at 6:30pm in the Worship Center
Matthews gospel contains a sermon Jesus gave to His disciples
to articulate what the life of a Christ-follower would look like.
Janet Wicker (our Senior Pastors wife) will teach these three
chapters as one cohesive message intended to challenge us to
think differently about repentance, salvation, and sanctifcation.
Workbooks are now on sale in the Lighthouse Bookstore.
Band of Brothers Fall Study: Man Up
Begins Wednesday, August 27 at 6:30pm in the Chapel
Every Wednesday, we have a powerful time of teaching, discussion,
and fellowship. Find out what it means to Man Up for God and be
the men He intends for us to be. We will learn how to turn around
the bad habits, lazy attitudes, and general couch potato mentality
that often overtake us.
SportsOutreach Beacons Celebrity Classic Golf Tournament
Saturday, August 30 at 8:00am at Worthington Country Club
This provides an opportunity for you to join with others in support of a program
that is reaching out to the youth of our community through a variety of sports.
For details, contact Naomi at fbcnbeacons@fbcn.org or call 596-8600 x213.
DivorceCare
New Session Begins Saturday, Sept 6 at 7:15pm in Room DC113
This class is for everyone who is suffering with the pain of divorce. For more
information, go to www.divorcecare.org/groups/45417 or call Rhonda at 596-
8600 x261.
Financial Peace University
New Session Begins Tuesday, Sept 16 at 6:30pm in Room DC108
Dave Ramsey teaches you how to manage your fnances in this fun and
informative class. You must sign-up online at www.daveramsey.com/fpu/
classfnder. For more information, you may call Rhonda at 596-8600 x261. Visit
our table in the Commons the weekend of September 6 & 7.
Mens Ministry
9/11 Commemorative Service
Thursday, September 11 at 6:00pm
in the Worship Center
Join us for this special time of refection with special music,
a wreath presentation, and special speakers Frank Silecchia
(NYC Fireman who found the steel cross at the Trade Center
site) and Patrick White (representing Shanksville, PA).
New Adult Choir Rehearsal Time
Begins Sunday, September 7
5:00-6:30pm in the Adult Choir Room
Led by Sonya Stearns, this is a great choir option for those
who are involved in Wednesday night ministries. If you have
been wanting to sing in our Sunday Worship Choir but couldnt
because of other conficts on Wednesday nights, now you have
a new option of participating! Come and join us!
Living Christmas Trees Journey to the Manger
Drama Information Table in Commons This Weekend
LCT Choir Retreat Saturday, September 6
To make this 32nd anniversary presentation special, we
want more singers in the trees than weve ever had before.
Our annual LCT Choir Retreat is Saturday, September 6 with
breakfast at 8am, and rehearsal 9am-3pm with a catered
lunch. Registration is $10. Please contact Tina at 596-8600
x229 if interested.
An LCT Drama, Stage Ensemble, and Nativity information
table is in the Commons by the staircase today through
September 7.
LCT tickets go on sale on Saturday, October 11.
Surrendering the Secret
Begins Tuesday, August 26
Are you suffering from the guilt and secrecy of a past abortion? Please contact
STS@fbcn.org or call 239-596-8600 x282 to join us for our next 8 week study.
Missions Ministry Spaghetti Splash Luncheon
Sunday, September 7 at 12:20pm in the Commons
This program will feature short reports from the Watsons, the Kentucky Mission
Team, and Anne Bessette (Haiti mission trip). Lunch will be provided by the
Missions Committee (monetary donations are welcomed). Gluten free options
will be available. Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 3 to sgraham@fbcn.
org or call 596-8600 x630.
Major Concert Announcement
Upcoming Mission Trips
For Prayer and Consideration
September 12-21 - Ecuador (TACTICA for police offcers)
December 3-14 - Uganda (Orphans Heart)
For details, please go to fbcnmissions.org/missiontrips.
Joy Comes in the Morning (A Ministry to Widows)
Begins Saturday, September 13 at 10:00am in DC121
Are you a woman who would like to meet with other widows for fellowship,
prayer, and encouragement from Gods Word? Then please join us! RSVP by
calling 596-8600 x115 or email jcmministry@fbcn.org.
Our Benevolence Fund Needs Help
The Benevolence Fund is what we use to bless those from our church family
who fnd themselves going through a rough time fnancially. Currently this fund
is very low. Please consider a donation to replenish this fund so that we can
continue to help. Just make a check to First Baptist Church Naples and put
BN in the memo section.
Home Bible & Life Groups
The fall session will run for 12 weeks starting the week of September 14.
Russ & Linda Ayers
Tuesdays 6:30pm/Autumn Woods
Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage
Al & Janie Winterman
Mondays 6:30pm/Old Naples
Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage
Lee & Debbie Norton
Mondays 6:30pm/Carlton Lakes
Laugh Your Way to a Better Marriage
Mike & Angel Jarvis
Sundays 6:30pm/Golden Gate Estates
Becoming a Contagious Christian
Couples with elementary-aged children
Eric & Kristin Yeldell
Sundays 6:30pm/Immokalee & 951
Becoming a Contagious Christian
Couples with preschool-aged children
Luis & Carmen Rodriguez
Sundays 6pm/Wateways
Spanish Speaking Group
Sign-ups begin today in the Commons
next to the Information Desk.
Nathan & Martha Phillips
Tuesdays 6:30pm/Autumn Woods
The Art of Marriage
Married adults 32 years old or younger
Sharon Gammons
Thursdays 6:30pm/Airport & Vanderbilt
Overcome
Ladies only (emphasis on widows)
John & Jennifer Patterson
Mondays 7pm/Golden Gate Estates
Marriage, Parenting, & Topical Studies
Chad & Shannon Moore
Saturdays 7:45pm/Pine Ridge & Logan
Recovering Redemption
Couples married 3 weeks to 3+ years
Kent & Lisa Anderson
Mondays 6:30pm/Quail Woods
Marriage Encounter
Couples mid-30s to early 50s
** Find out more information about each
group at our table in the Commons.**
First Baptist Church Naples
3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109
Offce Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Church Receptionist ..................................................................597-6057
Enter ext. # for direct connection ...............................................596-8600
Lighthouse Bookstore ................................................................449-4488
First Baptist Academy Naples ...................................................597-2233
24-Hour Prayer Line .....................................................597-PRAY (7729)
Church Email ..................................................................FBCN@fbcn.org
August 25 - 31
Buddy Smith
&
Philip Ehling
If you need assistance, please call
the church deacon hotline
at 800-732-9573.
For Spanish, call 404-7764.
Deacon of the Week
Wednesday Family Meal
Live streaming
Saturday at 6:00pm
and Sunday at 9:30am
at fbcn.org!
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Weekly Schedule
Last Weekend
This Upcoming Week
2013-2014 Operating Revenues
July 1, 2014 - Aug 17, 2014
Budget Actual Variance
$872,809 $835,866 ($36,943)
Financial Stewardship
Bible & Life Attendance
August 16 & 17
Saturday Night 1,342
Sunday 9:30 a.m. 1,510
Total 2,852
Wednesday Night Study 308
Decisions for Christ Worship Attendance
Visit a Bible & Life Group Today...
We Will Help You Find One!
How does a big church feel like a small community? By discovering our Bible
& Life Groups! Bible & Life Groups are people experiencing life-changing Bible
study and engaging in a lifestyle of reaching and serving others for Jesus Christ
with a group of genuine friends. Visit the information desk in the Commons. The
helpful volunteers there can guide you to a Bible & Life Group ftted just for you.
See what God is doing!
Debt balance as of Aug 17
$1,268,373
First Time Guests
Welcome to First Baptist Church Naples
We are glad that you came to worship with us. Our worship services are
intended to give praise to God and reveal how Jesus gives hope for all who
call on His name. We hope that you feel at home here! Greeters at the doors
can help with any immediate needs/questions that you may have. Volunteers
at the Information Desk in the Commons are there to assist you in fnding the
perfect Bible & Life Group. Thank you for joining us today! For more detailed
information about our church and ministries, please call Lou at 596-8600 x258.
August 16 & 17
Saturday Night 840
Sunday 8:15 a.m. 70
Sunday 11:00 a.m. 814
Home Groups 176
Total 1,900
Statement of Faith
Ernest Hebert
Nancy Hebert
August 27 (4:45-6:00pm in the
Fellowship/Recreation Gym)
Stuffed Pork Chops, Mashed
Potatoes, Vegetable, Salad, Dessert
Tickets may be purchased at the Lighthouse
Cafe or at the door for $6 each or $25 for a
family. Alternate choices available.
Saturday, August 23
5:00 p.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
6:00 p.m. Worship Service: Worship Center
6:00 p.m. Spanish Worship Service: Modular 1
7:30 p.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
Sunday, August 24
8:15 a.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
9:00 a.m. Haitian Bible Study & Worship: ED206
9:00 a.m. Vietnamese Worship & Bible Study: DC221
9:30 a.m. Worship Service: Worship Center
10:00 a.m. Romanian Bible Study & Worship: Modular 4
11:00 a.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
12:30 p.m. Spanish Worship Service: Student Center
5:00 p.m. Childrens Choirs & Student Creative Arts Teams
6:00 p.m. Romanian Worship Service: Modular 4
6:30 p.m. Haitian Worship Service: Modular 2
Tuesday, August 26
9:00 a.m. RefresHer Womens Ministry: Worship Center
Wednesday, August 27
4:45 p.m. Family Meal: Fellowship Recreation-Gym
6:20 p.m. AWANA for Kids: Education Building
6:25 p.m. Band of Brothers Mens Ministry: Chapel
6:30 p.m. RefresHer Womens Ministry: Worship Center
6:30 p.m. High School Ministry: Home Groups Off Campus
6:30 p.m. Middle School Ministry: Student Center & Family Life Center
6:30 p.m. Worship Choir Rehearsal: Choir Room
Other events this week include: Annas Tea, Surrendering the Secret, Prayer for
our Pastors, Celebrate Recovery, and SportsOutreach Golf Tournament
Senior Adults
Annas Tea
Monday, August 25 at 1:30pm in Room WC117
This is a ministry of the deacons wives to the widows of our congregation.
Join us for fellowship and encouragement from Gods Word. Sign-up in the
Fellowship Hallway, or call Vada at 596-8600 x268.
Preschool & Childrens Ministry
Weekday Part Time Employment and Volunteers Needed
Teachers and assistants are needed to serve with young children on Saturday
nights and Sunday mornings. Teachers and assistants are also needed to teach
preschoolers (birth through four years old) during MOPS every other Thursday
morning. For details about any of these positions, call Beverly at 596-8600 x351.
The Childrens Ministry has a need for a 4th grade BLG assistant teacher on
Sunday mornings. Please call Nancy at 596-8600 x350 for more details.
First Steps Class
Begins Saturday, September 13 at 7:30pm
This is for children in 1st through 4th grade who would like to get baptized. It
covers the topics of salvation, baptism, communion, being part of the church,
and growing as a child of God. Please call 596-8600 x350 to register your child.