WORSHIP CHOIR SINGING THEIR FAVORITES

The morning worship of September 13th was a unique worship experience of music presented by the Worship Choir woven with the Lord's Supper. We are so blessed to have the musical talent we have at FBC and doubly blessed by dedicated people who use their talents to further the work of the Lord. As Minister of Music, I appreciate the membership of the morning worship team of which includes choir, instrumentalists, praise team and tech support. I also appreciate our pastor, Bro. Troy for allowing the Worship Choir the opportunity of presenting music for an entire morning worship service before the Lord's Supper. Singing His praises! Glenn Jones

The Gloryland Singers sang to well attended crowds at the Madisonville Care Center and Riverwood Retirement Center on Tuesday, September 9. They sang good ole hymns and gospel songs lifting the spirits of all who were present. Accompanied by Brenda Hill on piano, the choir sang to the glory God while Vaughn Tatum brought an encouraging word. Please continue to pray for this group as we strive to bring joy to the heart's of those in these places in our community. Glenn Jones

REFINED BY FIRE off to a Solid Start

Last Sunday the student worship team "Refined by Fire" began the 2009-2010 season with a solid start. We are working quickly to prepare for upcoming worship leadership opportunities. All students from 7th grade through 12th grade are invited to join this worship team on Sunday afternoons at 5:00 pm in the choir room. Glenn Jones

GENERATION TO GENERATION CHOIRS

Our "Generation to Generation" revival begins Sunday, September 20. Each night there will be opportunities for you to join the worship team through one of the choirs. Sunday night will include the "Gloryland Singers". Monday and Tuesday nights will feature the Worship Choir. Warm-up rehearsals will be in the choir room 45 minutes before the worship services. All are welcome to come and participate. We hope to see you on the team. Glenn Jones

WORSHIP CHOIR SINGS EIGHT FAVORITES THIS SUNDAY

This Sunday, September 13 the Worship Choir will be leading with eight of their favorite songs of 2008-2009 in the morning worship service. The worship service will also include powerful congregational singing and the Lord's Supper. You will not want to miss the worship opportunity. Glenn Jones

PRAY FOR THE FAMILY OF BUCK BAILEY

Please join in pray for the family of Coy "Buck" Bailey who passed away Sunday morning. Buck is the father of Pam Bodenhamer and Paul Bailey. His funeral will be help Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 10:00 am at the First Baptist Church in Madisonville. For complete details and obituary go to http://www.memorialsolutions.com/sitemaker/sites/walter0/obit.cgi?user=130332Bailey

PRAY FOR JACKIE JARRETT AND FAMILY

Carl Jones, the father of Jackie Jarrett was killed Friday, September 4, 2009 around noon in a tragic automobile accident in his hometown, New Baden, Texas. Funeral services are Monday, September 7 at 10:00 am at the First Baptist Church in New Baden . Please pray for and encourage the family in their time of loss.

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CHILDREN'S CHOIRS MINISTRY 2009-2010

This children's choir year is almost underway as we begin the new 2009-2010 year on Wednesday, September 9 @ 6:30 pm. Summer Music & Activities for Kids (SMAK 2009) was a huge success with 197 1st through 6th graders enrolled. Leadership anticipates a large number of these children, along with preschoolers ages 3,4&5, joining the various choirs at FBC. Parents, please drop off your children at the children's bldg on Wednesday, September 9 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.

Get ready for a great year as we learn together how our God is a strong tower. For more information and registration please contact Cheri Spangler or call the church office at 936-348-2686.

Glenn Jones, Minister of Music

PRAYER 4 STUDENTS - This Wednesday night

This Wednesday night please take time to come by the youth room, between 5:30-6:00, and pray for our youth. This is a ‘come and go’ as you please prayer time. Should time only allow you a minute to pray then please take a prayer request sheet that will lay out some prayer request for the students and the student ministry.

If you cannot make it to the youth room to pray then a list of prayer request for the youth will be also available on the table across from the parlor. If you can’t make it at all Wednesday then take the prayer request and pray for the students at your home.
1 Thessalonians 5:17 “Pray continually”

UNDER CONSTRUCTION

POL WORKDAY
Saturday, September 5, 7:30 AM - 12 NOON

It’s that time of year again to begin preparations for perhaps the largest ministry events in Madison County. We are calling on men to commit to assisting in setting posts and participating in light construction. Bring your tools and have a good time with us. Glenn Jones

REFINED BY FIRE - FBCM Student Worship Team

Students from 7th grade to 12th grade are joining the student worship team this Sunday, September 6 @ 5:00 pm in the FBC choir room for another exciting year of ministry through music. We sing great songs of worship and praise. Bring your talents before God and use them for His glory. Glenn Jones

Gloryland Singers - Madisonville's Community Senior Adult Choir

The Gloryland Singers begin their 2009-2010 year this Wednesday afternoon, September 2 at 2:00 pm in the FBC choir room. This group ministers on a monthly basis to those in our community and the surrounding cities of Texas to retirement center residents. If you are 60 years of age or above and love gospel music, this is a place for you. Glenn Jones

Worship Services at FBC are Diverse

Last Sunday, August 30 we enjoyed the spirit of worship through "Cathedral Praise" of which included traditional hymns and the powerful text in them. The Worship Choir as always did a fantastic job in leading through the song "For All the Saints".

This Sunday, September 6 @ 10:50 am is planned for another opportunity of worship through "Modern Praise". Our FBC musicians and praise team will be leading us in songs like "How Great is Our God", "Days of Elijah", and "Mighty to Save".

Upcoming worship services - September 13 @ 10:50 am - The Worship Choir will be leading our worship through many of their favorite songs of 2008-2009. Also, we will be having the Lord's Supper. A worship time not to miss!

Singing His praises! Glenn Jones