FBC MADISONVILLE, TEXAS

YOUTH CAMP DEADLINES

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Call or come by the church office to register for summer camps or mission trips. There will be two opportunities for fundraisers: 1) Youth Work Day (This will be during the month of May. There is no set day but students will have a list of "chores" to choose from and work for scholarships) 2) Youth Lunch. If you have any questions please call Brandon or the church office.

Bulletin - April 11, 2010

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Tatum's new address

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Women's Ministry-2010 Spring Fling

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Singing with the Saints!

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The Gloryland Singers sang with the Madisonville Care Center and the Riverwood Center residences Wednesday, November 11 as we worshipped God and remembered our veterans. All sang songs about God and country. Songs included: "God Bless America", "My Country Tis of Thee", "On Jordan's Stormy Banks", "We're Marching to Zion", and many more. Charlie Bristow brought a message of encouragement.

Sunday's Worship Music - November 15

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There is something for everyone!

Morning Worship Highlights -

"Leaning on the Everlasting Arms"
"He Keeps Me Singing"
"Sweet, Sweet Spirit"
"There Is Power in the Blood"
"How Great Is Our God"
"How Great Thou Art"

"Paid in Full Through Jesus, Amen!" - Worship Choir
"Satified" - Crimson Red Quartet

Evening Worship Highlights -

Gus Andrews

Mission Crystal Beach

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End of Season 5th Quarter

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THIS FRIDAY

5th @ the Lindsey's House

10526 Hwy. 21 East

After the game till 12:30

Food, Drinks and Camp Fire Fellowship

GOOD LUCK MUSTANGS!!! Playin' for the PLAYOFFS!!!!

Sunday's Worship Music - November 8

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Morning Worship Highlights -

"Come, Now is the Time to Worship"
"My Redeemer Lives"
"I Know Whom I Have Believed"
"I Will Sing of My Redeemer"
"There Is A Savior"
"My Savior, My God"

"Sing Hallelujah" - Worship Choir

Evening Worship Highlights -

1-3 Grade Children's Choir lead by Cheryl Adams

Operation Christmas Child

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FBC-Blood Drive Nov 15th

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Time Change reminder

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Sunday's Worship Music- November 1

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Morning Worship Highlights -

"Here I Am to Worship"
"My Jesus, I Love Thee"
"Offering"
"Jesus, Lover of My Soul"
"The Heart of Worship"

"Revelation Song" - FBC Praise Team

Evening Worship Highlights -

Refined by Fire - Student Worship Team
Charli Jo Andrews, solo

The PATHWAY OF LIGHT 2009 Updates

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Everything is moving quickly towards another great opportunity for you and your family to attend the fourth annual "Pathway of Light" on December 10-13. Reservations begin for the general public on Monday, November 9 at 8:30 am by calling 936-348-2686. Our goal is to surpass the record attendance last year. You are encouraged to call early to secure your reservations. Glenn Jones

FBCM Music Ministry Updates

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The FBC Music Ministry was involved in several events over the week of October 19-25.

The FBC Worship Team consisting of the praise team, worship band and instrumentalists lead the worship for the CBBA annual meeting on Tuesday, October 20 at First Baptist Church of Bryan. It was truly a special and rememberable time as we praise God for all He is and all He does. The team was first class.

The Gloryland Singers ministered in Livingston, Texas on Thursday, October 22 at two area retirement centers. Braving the bad weather, 18 members of the senior adult community choir went to share their faith, encourage others, and lift up the Name of our Lord through music. Our focus continues to be meeting spiritual and emotional needs of others who live in retirement centers and nursing facilities across our state.

Refined by Fire traveled to Bryan, Texas on Sunday, October 25 to minister to one of our extended members who know lives in the Crestview Retirement Center. 19 students and parents spend their Sunday afternoon not only encouraging and singing for our extended church member, but also had opportunity to share with others at Crestview. Our students continue to be shining examples of servants for Christ.

I thank God for the FBCM Music Ministry Team and the dedication they have inside and outside our church. Glenn Jones

Madisonville Care Center Choir

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The Madisonville Care Center and Riverwood Center both now have choirs formed through the ministry of the Glorland Singers. Last Wednesday, the Gloryland Singers began a new phase of ministry by including the local residences in a mass choir. It was a tremendous success. New energy, smiles, and joy came from all who were a part. Bro. Glenn

WORSHIP CHOIR SINGING THEIR FAVORITES

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

Fall Class Preview(click to view larger)

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CHILDREN'S CHOIRS MINISTRY 2009-2010

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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5th SUNDAY COMMUNITY SERVICE AT COWBOY CHURCH
Madisonville's Crossroads Cowboy Church will be hosting the 5th Sunday Community Service this Sunday night, August 30th at the Madison County Expo Building at the fairgrounds. The service schedule includes:
5:45pm: a pre-service concert featuring the Bent Bucket Ministries
6:00pm: a Community Worship Service featuring Jack Blease, country western poet and musician. An ice cream fellowship will conclude the evenings activities.

First Baptist's evening service will be moved to the Expo building as part of the community service.

ROBBIE ROGERS FUNERAL

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We were saddened this morning to learn of the passing of our 100 plus year old member Robbie Rogers. Her memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at 2:00 pm at Madisonville Funeral Home. Please pray for her family in this time of loss.

A full obituary on Mrs. Rogers will be posted later today at
http://www.waltersfuneralhome.com/?pagetype=memlist

Troy

ADDITIONAL WORK ON MISSION BOLIVAR HOUSE

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Todd, Teresa, and Lindsey Faries have just completed an additional journey to the Mission Bolivar house owned by Richard Sampson. As you can see by the pictures they completed the electrical improvements to the home including switch and wall outlet covers, electrical panel cover, light fixtures and overhead fan. Note also that following our last trip another group has completed texturing, taping and bedding and painting of the walls. They also installed the sub-flooring. Richard's home is really shaping up.

DICK MC CALLA FUNERAL

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The memorial service for Dick Mc Calla will be held Thursday, July 30, 2009, at 10:00 am at Madisonville Funeral Home. The family will come to FBC Family Life Center for a meal following the service. A private burial will occur Thursday afternoon at The Veterans Cemetery in Houston.

Troy

DEATH OF DICK MC CALLA

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Dick Mc Calla, husband of Janie Mc Calla, passed away Sunday around 5:00 pm. Funeral arrangement are pending at Madisonville Funeral Home. Please pray for Janie and the family. We will post more information as it is received.

Troy

Nursery News

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We are excited to announce Virginia Boyett as our new nursery & Pre-school coordinator. She has been volunteering in this area for years and her experience is a welcome addition to our leadership team. She will be scheduling child care workers for ministry areas and would appreciate you dropping by the nursery or contact her if you would like to help. 936-348-2898

LEONARD SMITH

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Leonard Smith is in St. Joseph Madisonville. I dropped by his room today to check on him. I was pleasantly surprised to find his room filled with some of our FBC youth. They were sharing a Bible Study. It is a blessing to have fine young people like this. Leonard is doing better and will be home soon.

Troy Brooks

MORE MISSION BOLIVAR PICTURES

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DR BARRY CREAMER TO PREACH AUGUST 16, 2009

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Dr. Barry Creamer will preach at FBC on August 16 in both morning and evening services at FBC Madisonville. In the evening service Dr. Creamer will address the issue "How to Prepare Your College Students for the Challenges to Their Faith"

SUNDAY, JULY 19, 2009, HISPANIC EMPHASIS

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Above is a photograph of Dr. Mike Gonzales, Director of Hispanic Ministries for the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention. Dr. Gonzales will be the guest speaker at the morning and evening worship services on July 19, 2009 at First Baptist Church of Madisonville, Texas.

At the 10:50 am service Dr. Gonzales will preach for our congregation. At 6:00 pm he will preach for a combined worship service with FBC, our Hispanic Mission and any other Hispanic Churches who wish to attend. Also please note that at 4:30 pm Sunday afternoon Dr. Gonzales will meet with those of our congregation who are interested in various ministries that will help us reach the Hispanics of our community.

His complete resume is below. Also we have a notice of the meeting in the Spanish language.

Please copy and pass on this information to any email distribution list that you may have.

Domingo
19 de Julio de 2009

¿Tiene Preguntas?
¡Tenemos Respuestas!

Le Invitamos A Escuchar
La Palabra de Dios
Por: Mike Gonzales en Español
En La
First Baptist Church
300 South Elm Street
Madisonville, TX

A Las 6:00 De La Tarde

Entrada Gratis

Sí, viniera la muerta a su vida hoy;
¿Dónde pasaría Usted la eternidad?
Venga para encontrar
la respuesta a esa pregunta.

BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
Dr. Michael A. Gonzales

Birthday:
July 14, 1949

Born:
Baytown, Texas

Married to:
Dalia Marroquín Gonzales of Edcouch, Texas

One daughter: Mrs. Angela Jolley

Church membership:
Primera Iglesia Bautista of First Baptist Church of Colleyville, Colleyville, Texas

Ordained:
June 8, 1975, Primera Iglesia Bautista, Cameron, Texas

Education:
B.A., 1971 – Howard Payne University, Brownwood, Texas

M.Div., 1975 – Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth, Texas

M.A. in Missiology, 2005 – Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Fort Worth, Texas

Doctor of Divinity, 2000 - Howard Payne University, Brownwood, Texas (Honorary Degree)

Ministerial Experience:
Director of Hispanic Initiative and Ethnic Ministries, Southern Baptists of Texas Convention, Grapevine, Texas, 2004 to present

Director of Missions, Rio Grande Valley Baptist Association, Weslaco, Texas, 2002-2004

Guide Stone Financial Services (Formerly Annuity Board), Area Director: Retirement Services – Church Marketing, Dallas, Texas, 2000-2002

Ethnic Consultant: Evangelism Division, Baptist General Convention of Texas, Dallas, Texas, 1992-1999

Page 2 – Biographical Information/MG

Pastor, Primera Iglesia Bautista of Pleasant Grove, Dallas, Texas, 1991-1992

Foreign Missionary to Spain: Pastor/General Evangelist, International Mission Board (Formerly Foreign Mission Board), Richmond, Virginia, 1976-1991

Pastor, Primera Iglesia Bautista, Cameron, Texas, 1974-1976

Minister of Music and Youth, La Loma Baptist Mission, Fort Worth, Texas, 1972-1974

Minister of Music and Youth, Misión Bautista el Calvario, mission of First Baptist Church, Dallas, Texas, 1971-1972

Minister of Music and Youth, Primera Iglesia Bautista, Wichita Falls, Texas, summer of 1970

SBC Service
Presently serving as International Mission Board Texas Trustee since 2005

SUCCESSFUL MISSION TRIP

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Above are some photos from the successful mission trip to Bolivar July 8-10. Several individuals from our church made the journey. The group worked very hard in the sweltering heat and humidity to compete the installation of roofing shingles, outside insulation and Hardy siding and exterior trim, inside insulation and Sheetrock on interior walls of the home of Richard Sampson (seen in the last photo). Additionally some plumbing was done and a new window unit was installed in a window of Richard's home. Work yet to be completed includes: interior taping, bedding and floating; installation of sub flooring; plumbing; interior and exterior painting and cleanup. Those who worked on this project included: Greg, Saundra and Grant Morris; Jack and Jackie Jarrett; Tony Leago; Melvin Batson; Bobby Dickson ; Joe Ozio; Glenn Jones; Troy Brooks

BOLIVAR MISSION TRIP

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Info for the folks going on the Project Bolivar Mission trip. Thursday-Saturday.

The house where we will be staying is located at 958 Tinkle Lane, Crystal Beach, Texas 77650. (photo to right)

You may gain info on this house (the house is named Palm Beach) by going to the following web page: http://www.swedesrealestate.com/Rentals/VacationRentals/tabid/142/ctl/ArticleView/mid/923/articleId/862/Palm-Beach--Tinkle-Ln--8th-Row.aspx

The project house is located on 26 1/2 street in Bolivar, Texas. The street (26 1/2) is only one block long. So locate the intersection of Loop 108 and 26 1/2 street. The home we are working on is the last house on the left hand side of the street.

You will need to take your own sheets, towels, and toilet articles.

There are ten people working this trip: Greg, Saundra, Grant Morris; Melvin Batson; Bobby Dickson; Tony Leago, Troy Brooks, Glenn Jones, Jack and Jackie Jarrett. Additionally four roofing contractors who work for Melvin Batson are also going to help.

A photo of the house we are working on is above.

Pray that God will allow this group to come together to finish the projects we had laid out to do.

Troy

JULY 5 AFTERGLOW

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I'm still in the "afterglow" mode following the great July 5 worship service and celebration at FBC Madisonville. Four hundred and twenty six members and guests shared the excitement of worshipping God in the newly remodeled sanctuary. The entire service was a moving experience. The afternoon meal and fellowship was wonderful as well. Brandon, Glenn, Vaughn and I found the dunking booth refreshing as well. Thank you to all the committees and volunteers who worked so hard to make this day a memorable one.

Troy

BOLIVAR MISSION PROJECT

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Melvin Batson, Tony Leago, and I have just returned from a trip to Bolivar to finalize the details for our mission project. Here are some details that participants will need to know. The work days are Thursday, Friday, and for some Saturday am (July 9-11). All who I have talked to are going to leave early Thursday morning and arrive at the job site before noon. Limited sleeping facilities, bathrooms, and showers are available at the FBC, Crystal Beach a few miles from job site. We will be eating out for all meals. The Missions Committee has approved the funds for the building supplies which will be bought at a Bolivar building supply firm. We will be roofing the home, installing Hardy siding on the exterior, insulating and sheet rocking the interior. We plan to finish this work on Thursday afternoon and Friday and using Saturday am to finish if we need to do so. If you are planning to assist on this project and need housing at the church please call the church office 936-348-2686 to get your name a the list.

Directions to the project house are below:

Take I H 45 until it ends at Broadway Street in Galveston. Continue on Broadway until it ends at Seawall Blvd. Turn left on Seawall Blvd. Go 0.3 miles on Seawall Blvd. Turn left on TX 87 (Ferry Landing Road). Cross on Ferry. On Bolivar side you will be on TX 87 continue 1.1 miles turn left on Loop 108. Stay on Loop and go 1 + miles to 26 ½ street. Turn right on 26 ½ St (only one block long). Work project house is last house on left. Homeowner is Richard Sampson. Total Distance 156 miles.

Troy

UPDATE ON CALVIN CLUTE

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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

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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

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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

2009-06-27T08:20:00.002-05:00

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

2009-06-27T07:42:00.009-05:00

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

2009-06-27T07:39:00.001-05:00

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

2009-06-25T21:39:00.003-05:00

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

2009-06-25T07:19:00.000-05:00

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

SHERRY RAGSDALE

2009-06-25T07:13:00.002-05:00

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

2009-06-25T07:10:00.002-05:00

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

2009-06-24T10:04:00.001-05:00

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

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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

2009-06-23T21:34:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-23T21:28:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-23T21:03:00.001-05:00

Vaughn Tatum

2009-06-23T15:57:00.000-05:00

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

Troy

MARY JANE ANDREWS

2009-06-23T15:56:00.000-05:00

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

Troy

MISSION BOLIVAR

2009-06-23T15:01:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-22T15:39:00.000-05:00

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

Troy

VBS FINAL REPORT

2009-06-22T15:36:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-22T15:27:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-22T15:24:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-20T07:24:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-18T16:20:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-18T13:37:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-16T11:07:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-15T11:02:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-15T07:21:00.000-05:00

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

2009-06-13T14:21:00.000-05:00

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