Pastor’s Pen: [ May 15 ] HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE RECOGNITION 10:45am Sanctuary
[ May 21 ] TOM NELSON MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT 7:30am Railwood Golf Club
[ May 25-31 ] PERSONAL ENRICHMENT WEEK No evening activities
@fbcjc @fbcjcmo FBCJC FBCJC
This spring marks 25 years that Rod Maples and I have worked together. We have been planning and leading worship together since 1991, first at FBC Sedalia, then here (there was a brief six‐month interlude before he moved here from Sedalia to rejoin me). This anniversary year started me thinking about our amazing leadership team‐‐Rod, Melissa, Jim, Hannah (due to space limitations, I'll save my bragging on support staff for another time). Perhaps you don't realize it, but not all churches are blessed with a staff that "clicks." I am so grateful that we not only work well together and get along. We actually like each other and have fun together! When someone asks me the secret of our effective staff team, I tell them that we have no inflated egos and I never hear one of our pastors say, "Only my area of ministry counts." Hannah is not a "children's director;" she is a pastor who happens to focus on children and families. Melissa is not a "youth director;" she is a pastor who disciples students. The same with Rod regarding worship and Jim when it comes to administration. Each sees her/his role as reaching people and growing disciples within an area of emphasis, but each of us is a pastor to the entire flock. Our team meets twice a month to pray, plan and review. We meet once a quarter for all‐day or two‐day visioning, planning and worship. And of course, we have many impromptu meetings in between these structured times. As staff leader, I encourage each pastor to continue growing spiritually and professionally. Nothing blesses a congregation like leaders who maintain their passion for the Gospel. Broadly speaking, I see our leadership staff called to accomplish the following: 1. Set the tone and direction of the church. 2. Look into the future and prepare the congregation for it. 3. Provide a theological/biblical framework for the church's mission. 4. Model servant love. 5. Equip believers to join us in planning, caring, serving and witnessing to our faith in Jesus Christ. To you, my staff and congregation, I say thank you for our partnership in Kingdom work. Grace,
Praise & WORSHIP
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TRANSMITTING FAITH WITHIN THE FAMILY Acts 16:22‐34
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RE‐ROOTING THE FAMILY TREE Romans 8:14‐17
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“Spread for me a banquet of praise, serve High God a feast of kept promises, and call for help when you’re in trouble ‐ I’ll help you, and you’ll honor me.”
DEVELOPING YOUR FAMILY’S COPING SKILLS Romans 5:1‐5
Psalm 50:14‐15
ADULT CHOIR AND ORCHESTRA ‐ Open enrollment as we prepare for our annual SUMMER MUSIC
CELEBRATION to be presented June 5. All are welcome to come and be a part of our worship leadership team: singers, instrumentalists and techs are needed. Orchestra……….Wednesdays, 5:30 ‐ 6:25pm; adults and youth Adult Choir…...Wednesdays, 6:30 ‐ 7:30pm; adults
YOUTH PRAISE TEAM AND YOUTH CHOIR ‐ Grades 7‐12 Sunday afternoons
CHILDREN’S CHOIRS SPRING MUSIC PROGRAMS: MAY
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SonShine Singers and Music Makers (grades 1‐6) 8:15 and 10:45am, Sanctuary Music Time Singers (preschool and Kindergarten) 5:45pm, Fellowship Hall
SOUND TECHS AND PROJECTION TECHS…...if interested, see Rod.
Youth MINISTRY
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We will honor our 2016 High School Graduates on Sunday, May 15, during the 10:45am service.
All youth, youth workers, 2016 graduates and the family of the graduates are invited to a light breakfast on May 15 from 9:30 ‐ 10:15am in the Fellowship Hall as we celebrate our seniors.
You can find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram & Snapchat at @refugejc! Website: Refugejc.com
We had five youth workers who traveled to Kansas in April for a two‐day youth worker training event! A big thanks to ALL of our faithful youth workers who give so much love and time to our youth.
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Souled Out | 6:00 ‐ 7:30pm
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Souled Out | 6:00 ‐ 7:30pm
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Graduate Recognition Sunday
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Last Souled Out | 6:00 ‐ 7:30pm
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Combined Youth Choir/Praise Team at 5:15pm Dairy Queen at 6:15 ‐ 7:30pm
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Senior Trip to Mouth of Wilson, Virginia
Children’s MINISTRY
June 20‐24 CAVE QUEST VACATION BIBLE CAMP FREE Breakfast served at 7:45am Camp begins at 8:15am and ends at 11:45am For children ages 3 years to entering 5th grade
YOUTH MISSION TRIP to DETROIT July 10 ‐ 17 For those registered, the second payment of $75 for the mission trip is due by May 15. You may pay online at refugejc.com or mail/drop off a check to the Church Office.
Several Refuge youth sang at a recent JCHS event.
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT KID’S NIGHT IN We had a great night on April 22. We played games, did crafts, ate and watched Charlotte’s Web. Thank you to our adult volunteers and child care staff for hosting such a FUN night!
SPORTS CRUSADERS BASKETBALL CAMP $60 ‐ includes lunch, t‐shirt and Bible Lunch: 11:45 ‐ 1:30pm Supervised activities after lunch Camp: 1:30 ‐ 4:30pm For children entering grades 1‐6
Rashaun, Connor, Tuck, Drew, Andrew and Katlyn have fun at Parent’s Night Out
Congregational LIFE
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New Book Study led by Susan Bell Neither Wolf Nor Dog: On Forgotten Roads with an Indian Elder by Kent Nerburn
This book will enhance our understanding of our Lakota Sioux partners at the Dream Center on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota. Everyone is welcome.
Monday, May 2, 9, 16, 23 … 6:30pm … Room 326
Men’s Softball The FBC 2‐time DEFENDING LEAGUE CHAMPS will once again be playing softball this summer through Parks and Rec. The 10‐game season starts Monday, May 16 at Binder Sports Complex. All games will be held Monday evenings. THERE IS NO CHARGE. To participate, contact Ryan by Friday, May 13. rkormann@learfield.com 573.694.7255
Golf Tournament The Tom Nelson Memorial Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, May 21 at Railwood Golf Club.
Check in at 7:30am, shotgun start at 8:00am. Lunch will be provided after all teams have finished. Four person scramble. Individual players will be assigned to a team. The cost is $45 each.
Registration forms available online, in the Church Office and around the building.
College Graduates Help us recognize our college graduates! If you or someone in your family is graduating from college, notify the Church Office by Wednesday, May 25.
We need to know: Graduate’s Name, School and Degree Awarded.
Mission America Offering Our missions emphasis during April was the Mission America Offering.
Thank you for giving $3,097.
Ukrainian Pastor Elisey Pronin will be in both worship services on Sunday, May 29 to share a brief update on his work and ministry at the Ukraine Baptist Theological Seminary (UBTS) in L’viv, Ukraine. Elisey now teaches young and upcoming pastors and church planters at UBTS. In addition to his teaching assignments, Elisey has started a church that meets at UBTS. Elisey’s new church start is seeking to reach out to the Ukrainian refugees who have fled the eastern side of Ukraine and come to L’viv to avoid the war. Pronin to Bring Update on Ministry Elisey visited us in 2015 and we look forward to hearing how God is working in his life and ministry.
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Boy Scout Pancake Breakfast MAY
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Welcome New Member
7:00 ‐ 10:30am in the Fellowship Hall Pancakes, sausage, biscuits, gravy, drinks $6 each ‐ no charge for those 6 and under
Will Carroll
Personal Enrichment Week MAY
25-31
A reminder of our annual week where NO evening activities take place in the church or gym. The buildings will be closed each day by 5:00pm.
Church Building Closed Monday, May 30
In Sympathy
Memorial Day
Family and friends of LeRoy Rodden Family and friends of Margaret Wooderson Michael Allen and family in the death of his uncle Kim Vogel and family in the death of her husband
RESERVED PARKING
Roger Dickey and family in the death of his uncle Norris Gale and family in the death of his sister‐in‐law David Gale and family in the death of his aunt Margaret Gale‐Wells and family in the death of her aunt Family and friends of Bill Gibler
Each Sunday during May, Glenna Honich will be parking in the spot normally reserved for Doyle. The amount she paid will go to the fund for the youth summer mission trip.
Bob Lesh and family in the death of his sister
Thank you, Glenna, for supporting our youth.
Darrell Chute and family in the death of his father
Mobile and Online Giving at FBC Contributions can be given quickly and easily by scanning our QR code or by accessing your account through the church life app. The church life app also allows you to access the church directory and calendar. If you have any questions, contact the Church Office.
Bible Teaching Attendance
March 27 | Easter April 3 April 10 April 17 April 24 | Mission JC
450 470 451 437 N/A
Worship Attendance March 27 April 3 April 10 April 17 April 24
792 537 529 512 600+
Offering March 27 April 3 April 10 April 17 April 24
$13,191.62 $55,826.59 $28,410.58 $18,064.27 $ 9,401.00
Senior ADULTS Friendship Singers MAY
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NEW ORLEANS MISSION TRIP
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the Gibbons Family Singers. 6:00pm in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone 60 and over is invited. Bring a covered dish and a friend. Need a ride? Call the Church Office at 573.634.3603.
Friendship Singers 2015 New York Mission Trip
Coming SOON JUN
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SPECIAL BUSINESS MEETING 5:45pm, Fellowship Hall
WORSHIP/SUMMER MUSIC CELEBRATION 8:15 and 10:45am, Sanctuary
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11-18 SOUTH DAKOTA MISSION TRIP JUN
VACATION BIBLE CAMP SPORTS CRUSADERS BASKETBALL
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WATERMELON AND WORSHIP
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7:30pm, Memorial Pool
Holy Land Tours Jim Hill and two of his brothers (Dr. Pete Hill and Dr. Drew Hill) will be hosting two tours in January 2017. The first is a 13‐day tour to Greece and Turkey on January 3‐15. It will focus on the missionary journeys of Paul, the seven churches of the book of Revelation, and the rich history and culture of these countries. The second tour to Turkey and Israel will join the first group in Turkey and then travel to Israel. The dates for the Turkey and Israel tour are January 8‐22. Israel will include Caesarea, Galilee, Meggido, Capernaum, Tiberias, the Dead Sea, Qumran, Masada, Bethlehem, and extensive tours in Jerusalem. You are invited to join them for this spiritual pilgrimage. Space is limited to 40 persons. Contact Jim if you would like more information and a copy of the itinerary. jim@fbcjc.org 573.680.1490 hillbrotherstours.com