UPDATE ON CALVIN CLUTE

With Calvin Clute's permission I am posting this update on his health. Last week Calvin went to M D Anderson in Houston for a consultation on his cancer treatments. Calvin was expecting to receive some encouraging news, rather he heard his doctor say, "We can do nothing for you. Go home and set your affairs in order." Calvin believes, as do we, in the power of prayer so he has asked that we join him in praying for both God's provision and God's healing. Please encourage Calvin and remember to pray for him.

Troy

LOIS ELAINE WEIR FUNERAL

Lois Elaine Weir, a former member of our church, passed away. Her memorial service will be Tuesday, June 30, at 10:00 am in the Chapel of Day Funeral Home. The family will return to the FLC of FBC for a family meal at noon.

Lois Elaine Wier July 12, 1959 to June 26, 2009Born in St. Joseph's Hospital in Bryan, Texas on July 12, 1959 to Nelson and Clarice (Gayle) Wier (now Caldwell) of Madisonville, Texas. Her grandparents were Carl V. Gayle and Ola Mae (Crow) Gayle and Bill and Lucille (McCain) Wier, all of Madisonville. She is survived by her mother, Clarice Caldwell of Frankston, Texas, her daughter, Melissa Ann Wier, of Frankston Texas, brother George Wier and wife Sallie, of Austin, Texas, and sister Rebecca Ann (Wier) Wawzyniak and husband Marcus and children, of Rochester Hills, Michigan, and by numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. She is preceded in death by her father, Nelson M. Wier, step-father, Bobby Caldwell, and sister, Janie Ruth Wier.Elaine graduated from Bryan High School in 1978. She lived in Connecticut for almost 20 years and moved back to Texas when she fell ill. Elaine was a writer, poet and artist and loved to make crafts, especially for children. She wrote and illustrated children's books. She was a member of Women's Aglow.

Troy

KNEE SURGERY UPDATE FROM BRO. VAUGHN
Just wanted to give an update on my knee surgery. Went in Tuesday morning at 6:30 and was in the car headed back to Madisonville at 9:15. Surgery went well. The doctor repaired the problem and cleaned out the knee. Recovery has gone well and relatively free of pain. I plan to be back in church Sunday. Thanks for your thoughts and prayers. Bro. Vaughn

PROJECT BOLIVAR ASSESSMENT TRIP

Melvin Batson, Troy Brooks, Todd Faries, and Tony Leago are traveling to Bolivar on Wednesday July 1 to assess the additional work needed to be done on the house we have taken as a project on Bolivar Peninsula. Read this blog on Thursday for detail of additional work trips that will be needed.

Troy

OVERSTREET FUNERAL

Please pray for the Overstreet family as they lay Neil to rest today. Burial is at 11:00 am at the Madisonville City Cemetery. Funeral service is today (Saturday) at 2:00 pm in the sanctuary of FBC Madisonville.

Troy

REFINED BY FIRE YOUTH CHOIR

Glenn Jones reported that the Refined by Fire Youth Choir returned safely from their Orlando trip late last night. Glenn said, "Good trip. Good kids. Good sponsors."

Troy

NEIL OVERSTREET FUNERAL

Neil Overstreet passed away Thursday, June 25, about 6:30 pm at his home. Burial will be Saturday at 11:oo am in the Madisonville City cemetery. The memorial service will be the same day at 2:00 pm in the sanctuary of our church. Please pray for Karen and the family.

If you have an email distribution list for church members please pass on this information.

Troy

GRACIE CULBRETH

Gracie Culbreth is home from the hospital and is doing well.

SHERRY RAGSDALE

Sherry Ragsdale was admitted to St Joseph's in Bryan yesterday. She is experiencing chest pain. She is scheduled to have tests run this morning (Thursday). Sherry is the daughter of Dorothy Gill who is going to have bypass surgery on her heart in a few days. Please pray for Dorothy and Sherry.

NEIL OVERSTREET

Karen Overstreet called last night to say that Hospice had indicated that Neil's condition was very weak. It appears that Neil has only a few days on this earth. Pray for the family in this hour of need.

PRAYER REQUESTS FROM KANKEY SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS POSTED BY LORRAINE COLEMAN

We missed all of you today. Tommy has really been in bad shape since early this Sunday morning. As of this email he is still asleep.

Scripture for today:
"Whatever I have, wherever I am, I can make it through anything in the One who makes me who I am." Philippians 4:13 The Message

Prayer Requests:

Don McFarland—still improving from heart surgery
Tommy Coleman—has meniere's disease; also his back pain
Family of Jimmy Fite--on his death
Norman Risinger—health problems, had to go to emergency room
Van Walker—recovering from a fall
Gracie Culbreath—foot surgery
Kenneth Richie—tests were OK, but still not feeling well
Mrs. Moseley—hospital, Charlotte Wilson’s mother
James Rodgers—minister who is recovering from accident that left him paralyzed
Vi Brown—recovering from hip replacement surgery
Mark Quarles—salvation
LaVern and Kyle Walton—salvation
Catylin Conner—cancer
Charles Heath—cancer
King Cole—cancer
Neil Overstreet—cancer
Cindy Fowler—McFarland’s granddaughter, difficult pregnancy and c-section
Darren Dunn—cancer, friend of the McFarland’s
Jeanne Armstead—starting chemo, cousin of Carolyn Libby
Ryan Littleton—cancer
Morgan—heart problem, granddaughter of the Dodson’s
Butch Brewer—friend of the Dodson’s
Vaughn Tatum—knee surgery Tuesday
Stephen Trichel—leaving next week for Tanzania
Kids going off to camp
Bro. Troy and his staff
Bro. Vaughn and his staff
Church staff and the completion of the sanctuary
Unspoken prayers
Rain
Leaders of our country
Military at home and abroad
Missionaries at home and abroad

TOUCHING PHOTO OF REFINED BY FIRE LEADER AND HIS BEAUTIFUL WIFE

Here is a touching photo of the Refined by Fire leader and his beautiful wife on their Orlando journey.

A NOTE FROM PAM BODENHAMER RE WOMENS MINISTRY

Hey Ladies, Hope you gals are having a great summer! Your Women's Ministry Leaders Team have been busy planning some fun things for the summer. We want to let you know about these plans so that you can get them on your calendars. Be sure to read all the way to the very end for a very exciting announcement! First, Treats for Troops is set for Thurs. night, June 25 at 6:30 p.m. in the Senior room at the FLC. Bring your favorite summer dish and come help to pack up much needed items for our church family members who are serving our country in the Armed Forces. This is such a special way of letting these wonderful folks know how much we care and how grateful we are for their sacrifice. If you have any questions please contact Carrie Rose at 348-3603. Secondly, WHAT'S COOKIN'!!!! On the evening of July 26, the Women's ministry will be hosting a cooking class for our youth. We are inviting all you experienced cooks (and we know you are out there) to demonstrate a simple dish that our youth could learn to prepare on their own. Each demonstration will have a table set up and the cook will actually be able to prepare the dish. This can be a really fun and educational evening for our ladies as well as our youth. Please give some serious thought to being a part of this fellowship. We would love to have your help and expertise! Look for further info to come. For more info or to volunteer to demonstrate a dish contact Mary Lindsey at 349-2686. Thirdly, Dinner and a Movie! We have planned an evening that is just for fun. Join us at Debby Hammit's house to watch a movie. For those of you who have been to Debby's house, you know that she has a HUGE screen to watch a movie on. We plan on having a very lite meal, something like salads, and then just sitting around and watching the movie, visiting and snacking (of course!). This evening is set for July 28 at 6:30 pm. For more info or to suggest a movie contact Pam Bodenhamer at 348-3828. Fourthly, the Teachers Luncheon!! This year it has been set for August 18. As always, we need volunteers. This is a great way for the teachers to start the year and a wonderful opportunity for us show our appreciation to this group of very special folks. Contact Sindy Bankhead for more info or to volunteer. Finally for the big announcement!! BETH MOORE LIVE!! First Baptist Church has the opportunity to host a live broadcast of Beth Moore. The dates are Aug. 28 and 29. She will be speaking live and we will be watching from our own church auditorium. This will be open to all ladies that wish to attend, so invite your family and friends. We will let you know about the cost and the detail as we firm them up. If you have any questions please contact Pam Bodenhamer at 348-3828 or Sindy Bankhead at 348-3816. Well, that's it!! I told you we have been busy planning some wonderful opportunities for you. Put them on your calendar and plan on attending. It won't be the same without you!!! God Bless you and keep you all safe!Pam

JULY 5 CELEBRATION

Celebrate the stars and stripes at the
First Baptist Church Open House 300 S. Elm St., • Madisonville
SUNDAY, JULY 5, NOON
Come see our newly
remodeled sanctuary.
Everyone is invited to join us for great food,
fellowship and games for the whole family.
It will begin right after morning worship, at
noon with a church-wide covered dish lunch.
GET READY TO ENJOY
FANTASTIC FOOD &
FANTASTIC COMPANY.
A dunking booth and games will be set up outside for
everyone to enjoy, so make sure to bring your whole family.
The whole community is invited!
We thank God for His guidance and provision during this time of
construction. We express our sincere appreciation to our Building
Committee, to our suppliers, contractors and sub-contractors,
and to each person who made a financial contribution
toward this worthy undertaking.

PHOTOS OF YOUTH IN FLORIDA

Vaughn Tatum

Vaughn Tatum is home recovering from surgery on his knee. The procedure was done today. Pray for a speedy recovery.

Troy

MARY JANE ANDREWS

Mary Jane Andrews returned home yesterday after her successful surgical procedure.

Troy

MISSION BOLIVAR

Todd Faries, Charles Campbell and helpers went to Bolivar to rewire our mission project house. They completed this work on Friday. Other goups will be going this summer to complete plumbing, sheetrocking and carpentry.

Troy

YOUTH CHOIR ARRIVES IN ORLANDO

The Youth Choir arrived in Orlanda at 3:33 pm our time.

Troy

VBS FINAL REPORT

Two-Hundred Twenty children were enrolled in VBS this year. One Hundred Thirteen leaders were enrolled for a total of 333.

REFINED BY FIRE YOUTH CHOIR

Glenn Jones, other youth sponsors and the Refined by Fire Youth Choir left this morning for their trip to Orlando Florida. Our last word was a text message at 1:20 from Glenn as they were about to take off from Bush International in Houston. Everything was fine at that point in time.

Troy Brooks

MARY JANE ANDREWS

Mary Jane Andrews went to the Medical Center in Bryan, Monday afternoon, June 22 to have a medical device inserted to help control her back pain. She is scheduled to return home the same day.

THREE PRAYER REQUESTS

Please pray for the following:

Dorothy Gill is recovering from a surgical procedure to clear a blocked artery in her neck. She will return home Saturday, June 20, but after a brief recovery she will return to St. Joseph in Bryan for triple by-pass surgery.

Mickey Fite and his family is the loss of Mickey's father James Fite. The funeral is Monday, June 22 at Madisonville Funeral Home. For details go to http://www.waltersfuneralhome.com/sitemaker/sites/walter0/obit.cgi?user=james-fite

Gracie Culbreth is in Conroe Medical Center recovering from surgery on her foot. She will return home on Monday or Tuesday.

Troy

VBS THURSDAY UPDATE

We have just completed our 4th day of a great Vacation Bible School. Wednesday morning's session was highlighted by 13 boys and girls making a decision. Then Wednesday evening's Family Night gave moms, dad, grandparents, and First Baptist Family a first hand look at what the children have been involved in throughout the week. Our attendance has been great with over 200 children and 100 leaders involved. Pray for Friday's session as we conclude our week of teaching these precious boys and girls about Christ.

DOROTHY GILL

Please pray for Dorothy Gill. She went to St. Joseph's in Bryan this morning to have a stint implanted. The blockage was too severe for a stint so she is scheduled to undergo heart triple bypass tomorrow (Friday June 19) at a time yet to be scheduled. She is staying overnight (Thursday) in the hospital.

Troy

TUESDAY JUNE 16 VBS STATS

The student VBS attendance for Tuesday June 16, 2009 was 187. 105 leaders assisted. Tomorrow morning in the opening assembly we will have our Evangelistic Service. Pray for God's Spirit to prepare the hearts of many to make professions of faith.

Troy Brooks

VBS OFF TO GOOD START

VBS got off to a good start. There were 166 students enrolled and 103 leaders for a toltal of 269.

Troy

PHASE TWO BUILDING PROGRAM

Last night (Sunday) the Long Range Planning Committee met with the Nursery Committee to discuss the nursery portion of the Phase Two Remodeling. An idea was shared about how to provide the nursery with more space. We are now taking bids from architects to develop the details of Phase II which will include the nursery, adding elevators to the building, and upgrade the radio and television broadcasting ministry. When we receive the bids for the design we will bring a report to the church and ask the congregation to provide the funds for the expense of the architectural design.

TRYING IT OUT

I thought we might create a blog to convey info about our church, FBC Madisonville, Texas. So this is my first post to see if we have any interest in communicating in this manner. Send me your comments.

Troy Brooks