March 19, 2023

A NOTE FROM OUR PASTOR

Bruce G. Chesser

I hope those who were out of town for Spring Break had a relaxing and productive time with their families. It is good to be able to get away from the normal routine of life, but it is also good to get back into the normal routine of life. I’m glad you’re back!

Palm Sunday is only two weeks away. We will observe the Lord’s Supper in each morning worship service on that day. Don’t miss it.

Easter is only three weeks away. Invite someone to come and be a part of the weekend worship opportunities. There will be a worship service Saturday, April 8, at 5:00 pm. Easter Sunday morning, services are at 6:30 am (at the farm), 8:00 am, 9:30 am, and 11:00 am. Because of the parking situation, we will not have Connect Groups on Easter Sunday. It is going to be a great day!

This morning we will study Luke 8:26-39. We are going to meet a man that would never be the same after his encounter with Jesus. That is the way that it should be with all of us. Jesus changes everything!

Bruce Chesser

CONNECTING EVERY GENERATION, TO GOD, OTHERS & SERVICE

SUNDAY CONNECT

with Senior Associate Pastor, Bruce Raley

Next week is Home Run Sunday! Connect Groups are working to contact all their members this week to encourage attendance. March 26th will be a special day to enjoy fellowship and Bible study as we head toward Easter.

As part of Home Run Sunday, everyone is encouraged to wear team jerseys. It will be fun to see all the various teams represented.

We consistently focus on Connect Groups. With our mission of “Connecting Every Generation to God, Others, and Service,” Connect Groups are vital. Connecting to others can only happen in the context of a small Bible study group. That is why we say everyone should be in a Connect Group!

Pick up a yard sign to help promote Easter weekend. The signs are located in the lobbies of the Worship Center, the Weekley Building, and Wilson Hall.

It is a joy to serve you.

Bruce Raley

DEACON OF THE WEEK:

Mike Crain – Mike and Debbie have been FBCH members since 1995. They have five children and nine grandchildren. Mike is retired from LifeWay Christian Resources. Debbie is a homemaker. They both serve on the Lord’s Supper Committee.

ASSISTING DEACONS: Cary Massey & Clay Phillips

Worship Attendance 2,732

Connect Groups 2,031

Online Attendance 1,887

Madison First Baptist 79

Cross Roads Church 65

One Community Church 99

Giving

Budget receipts this week: $235,178

YTD budget receipts: $6,654,514

YTD budget requirements: $6,554,176

CONNECT

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Minister on Call – (615) 870-7902
Prayer Room – (615) 826-7729
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Counseling (615) 824-3772