First Baptist Church of Birmingham, Michigan
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August 31, 2008
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“SoJourn in this land, and I will be with you, and bless you!” (Gen. 26:3)
A Word from Wes
Our Downtown Readers’ group that meets every
other week in Birmingham at Border’s will be discussing “Three Cups of Tea” by Greg Mortenson
and David O. Relin. The book will compliment
the Middleton Scholar events with Dan Buttry that
are coming up, September 25, 26, and 28 at First
Baptist Church of Birmingham.
The book is about the work of Greg Mortenson
who is the son of Lutheran Educational Missionaries to Tanzania. His family returned to the U.S.
when he was a teenager, but his life was inalterably
shaped by that cross-cultural experience. He later
becomes involved in mountain climbing and a part
of a climb team attempting to scale K-2, the second
highest peak in the Himalayas. It is located in the
now famous western tribal areas of the Pakistan and
Afghanistan border region. Through a number of
twists and turns, the way opens for him to become
dedicated to building schools for children in those
outlaying areas.
In order for him to so positively and powerfully
touch lives in those far away places, he had to earn
the trust and love of the people who live there.
One of the town leaders said it this way: “The first
time you share a cup of tea with a Balti, you are a
stranger. The second time you take tea, you are an
honored guest. The third time you share a cup of
tea, you become family, and for our family, we are
prepared to do anything, even to die.”
As I have thought about this, I have remembered
the insights of Henri Nouwen in his book
“Reaching Out”. Similarly he identifies three movements of our spiritual lives: from loneliness to solitude, from hostility to hospitality, and from illusion
to prayer. Both books depict movement of an inwardness that brings about outward expressions of
life and faithfulness.
As we approach the next weeks and months together in ministry and mission, I would encourage
you to consider your own life of faith and ways in
which you may be provided times to provide “cups
of tea” and to see the moments when others may
invite you do the same.
In so doing your ears may be opened to hear the
one who says, “Behold, I stand at the door and
knock; if anyone hears my voice and opens the
door, I will come in to him and eat with him and
he with me.” (Revelation 3:20)
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SENDING PRAYERS TO OUR FAMILY OF
FAITH
Please remain in prayer for these people who
are or have recently been under doctor’s care:
Patty Babian, Ray Sharp, Sandra Paran, Vicki Schettling, Collin Trask, Jackie Earhardt, Shirley McEwen, Roger Edgington.
Congratulations to Collin Trask for courageously
facing his cancer and the exhaustive treatment program that followed. As of this writing, he is awaiting
his doctor’s decision to let him go home!! We love
you Collin and are so very proud of your unwavering
character and bravery.
Please also keep in your prayers our homebound
friends: Alice Adams, Enid Holliday, Norma Moore,
Ray Sharp, Evelyn Morrell, Phil Lett, Frances Bramblett, Patty Babian, George and Margaret Edgington,
Roger Edginton.
We send our heartfelt condolences to Keely Tyson and
her family as they grieve the loss of Keely’s father who
passed away on August 4. A memorial service will be
set in next few months.
New addresses:
Enid Holliday continues her stay in Evergreen Nursing facility. She remains in our thoughts and prayers.
We keep Shirley McEwen and Roger Edgington in
our prayers as they recover from treatment.
A Memorial Service for long-time church member
Ted Staggers was held in our sanctuary on Saturday,
August 23.
Jack Casement spent some time in Beaumont Hospital for a heart related condition. We keep him and
Sally in our prayers.
Congratulations to Tyler Black who has been
selected at his football team’s captain!
VOL. 14
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Donald Betlam
19425 Glastonbury, Detroit, MI 48219
Margaret DeMerhcant
175 E. Nawakwa Dr., Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Hello Leslie,
I never got a chance to thank you for hosting our SAG
stop. My son was very happy to meet you. He was also
very excited about being there to meet the bicyclists
and help them. We had about the same total number
of riders as last year. Next year I should have much
more time to help with advertising. Your location offered an excellent stop for us. I'm hoping you can help
next year.
Sincerely,
Jerry Hasspacher
SOJOURNAL (528-560)
NO. 8
2008 Officers: Moderator: Joan Trusty Moore; Vice Moderator: John Trask; Financial Secretary: Glenn Craig:
Treasurer: Carol Olsen; Recording Clerk: Harriet Stewart; Membership Clerk: Kathy Charbeneau
2008 Ministry Team Chairs: David Brault (Deacons); Jodi Bly (Educational); Larry Phillips (Human Resources);
Art Kaczmarek (Physical Resources); Myra Trask (Stewardship); Robert Washburn (Outreach)
Published on the last day of the month by First Baptist Church,
300 Willits, Birmingham, Michigan 48009-3300. (248) 644-0550
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Ministers ……………….…….… All Members of this Church
Pastor ………………….……………...Rev. Dr. J. Wesley Babian
Office Manager/Publicist ……...Leslie Eldh Jaquez, M.P.A.
Director of Music & Organist …….…….Jack E. Ellis, M.M.
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IMPORTANT DATES!
A Look at the Financials
As of July 31, 2008
Budget Night:
September 30, 7PM
Congregational Meeting:
October 26, after service.
Stewardship Dinner:
November 16, after service.
Pledged Income Actual
Pledged Income Budget
$115,941
$120,027
Pledged variance
($ 4,086)
Please try to be current with your pledge.
Visit us at our websites:
bjazzvespers.org
firstbaptistbirmingham.org
FBCB Hosts Rest Spot for The “Green Cruise”
If you walk into the courtyard you will find newly painted railings and a quite tidy place.
It seems Art Kaczmarek and Nick Kelly took it upon themselves to spruce up the church
grounds when The Sierra Club approached FBC about participating in the 4th Annual
Green Cruise by being a half way stop on their 22 mile bicycle tour from Ferndale, Saturday August 9th. Along with Art and Nick, Leslie worked to organize and co-ordinate the times and needs of the
riders, Pastor Babian, Dave Brault and Leona frost came Saturday morning and assisted the Sierra Club volunteers in the greeting and serving of 90 people. At the church less than two hours it was a very rewarding way to
spend a beautiful Saturday morning.
We heard a steady stream of gratitude, compliments, and “Thank You’s.” Dave met a woman who regularly attends B’Jazz. Leona spoke with a woman who works for the Detroit Tourism and Convention Bureau who knew
of a place in Detroit where green products can be purchased wholesale. We met people of all ages, some new to
the area. She also met the man who two weeks prior had driven the route trying to figure out where best to put a
stop. He decided to ask us. It made me wonder about how many in our community need help but don’t have
the resources to drive a route to find someone who is willing and able to offer assistance.
This was a small thing to be a part of but the message was larger. Water was drunk from paper cups offered from
large thermoses of water, not plastic bottles that would be put in a landfill. Banana peels were taken home to
Leona’s garden and planted under her roses. Not much waste occurred. We all left feeling very good about participating. Hopefully next year they will ask us again!
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September Communion Offering
Designated to Bacone College
The September Communion offering will go
to Bacone College. Which may mean nothing to you! Bacone College meant nothing to
me until recently when out of curiosity I
wanted to find out more so I looked up their website. Some in this
congregation can tell you about a mission trip our youth took to
Oklahoma, where Bacone College is located. But why?
Bacone College is a four year Liberal arts College that is associated
with, and had its beginnings with the American Baptist Church.
Founded in 1880 as a college for Native Americans it serves students
from all regions and nations. This historic college has the distinction
of being the oldest college practicing continuous education in the
State of Oklahoma. Founded by Almon C. Bacone for the
“education of Native Americans according to Christian principles”
the college retains its Christian heritage and connection today.
One of the largest collections of Native American works can be
found at the campus where deep ties to the Cherokee and Creek Nations exist. Woody Crumbo a Potawatomi was a major influence in
the world of Native American art. He was revered for his traditional
style, a talented silversmith and flute maker Crumbo painted six murals that hang in the United States Department of Interior at Washington D.C.. He was the Director of Art at Bacone College 19381941. Another alumni, Patrick J.
Hurley a Choctaw Native, soldier, statesman, and diplomat attained
the rank of General under General Marshall. He was Assistant Secretary of State under Hoover. Sent to the Far East he was responsible
for delivering additional food and ammunition to American troops
besieged at Bataan. Under President Roosevelt he served as his personal representative with Chiang Kai-shek.
Bacone College has a long history of lifting people up, respecting
culture, and providing spiritual and educational foundations. I am
glad we have an opportunity to provide support for this institution.
More information can be found at bacone.edu or nationmaster.com/encyclopedia/Woody-Crumbo.
Seniors Program Offered
The ABC-MI Central Area has
planned a fellowship event for seniors
on Thursday, September 18, at Olivet
Baptist Church, Lansing, starting at
11:00 A.M. The event will include
lunch and a program by Mandy
Bashore. Through her music and
speaking Mandy shares a message that
is inspiring and encouraging. The cost
for the event is $5.00 and you can register by calling Olivet Baptist Church,
517-887-0988.
American Baptist Women’s
Ministries News
American Baptist Women’s Ministries
(ABWM) has selected four American
Baptist-related ministries to receive
grants from Break the Chains: Slavery
in the 21st Century, a two-year
national mission project launched by
ABWM in July 2007 and dedicated to
ending sex trafficking.
Funding went to, Woman to Woman, a
new ministry to be implemented by
International Ministries missionary
Debbie Kelsey in northern Italy, will
receive funding in 2009. The ministry
will build relationships between
churches and immigrant women
through language tutoring, employment training, and outreach ministries. According to Kelsey, it’s not unusual for immigrants in Italy to work
in prostitution out of economic desperation.
(Part two in a series of four.)
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Save the Date!
Sunday October 5th
CROP Walk
One day a year many in our congregation set aside
time to raise funds for CROP by walking one mile, three miles, or
six miles. Prior to that many things occur. Sponsors are found both
corporate and individual, the routes are laid out, supplies are ordered and churches prepare in a variety of ways. Mills Pharmacy is
providing bottled water. Walkers ask people to support them by
pledging. This year our goal has been set substantially higher than
in the past. We have been asked to raise $4,000. Pastor Babian mentioned in a recent sermon that he had given, if someone was asked
to give and they did not blink they had not been asked enough. Believe me I blinked when asked if our church could raise $4,000.
Last year we raised $3,000 with ten walkers. Our Out reach Team
has decided to accept this challenge. We will need the support and
commitment of everyone in this congregation who is able to help.
Twenty-five percent of funds raised stay at the local level. This
money will support, TEAM, Baldwin Center, SOS, Lighthouse
Emergency Services, and Gleaners Food Bank. Please set aside time
to walk Sunday, October 5th. Mark it on your calendar now, before
you forget!
Here Comes September!
September Sunday Morning Highlights:
Sunday, September 7: Rally Sunday!
Sunday, September 14: All-Church Picnic!
Sunday, September 21: Learning Community in Full Swing!
Sunday, September 28: Rev. Dan Buttry’s Presentation!
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The Global Gifts & Craft Shop
How often do you make a trip to the
grocery store without a list? Do you plan
ahead or look for the best deal? Do you
wonder who prepared what you have in
your cart? Was it handled by a child? Is
this organic? How are the people treated
who work for the owners of the company where you purchase what you
need? Was a rainforest cut down unnecessarily? How can I do more to support
the efforts of those with few resources?
How can I help raise people out of poverty? How do I as a Christian living far
from any of these problems help? Do I
send a check, thinking that is the best
way or can I do more????.....
Yes.... I can do more! I can shop at
Global Gifts, right here in my very own
church, on any Sunday! Leona will even
meet me here during the week to fill my
shopping order! I keep forgetting that
we are open year round now. Rice, soup
mixes, coffee and tea, jewelry, hand towels, books, soaps, and more. I can get it
all at Global Gifts!!!! Do I need a special
gift for someone special?
Oh, yes.... I can shop at Global Gifts!
Oh, yes.... I can shop at Global Gifts!
Oh, yes.... I can shop at Global Gifts!
Just a reminder.... Please remember
Global Gifts!
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IM Reaching Out to
Georgia Baptists
International Ministries sent a $7,500 emergency
grant to help the Georgian Baptists in their work
with refugees and people who are displaced
within Georgia because of the conflict. The Republic of Georgia is a country adjacent to Russia
that was invaded by Russian forces in August. Additional requests for help are expected.
International Ministries has had a relationship
with the Baptist movement in Georgia for over
ten years. The Baptist Union is made up of 72
congregations and 5,085 members. IM partners
with the Baptist Union in church planting and
discipleship work. The Xtreme Team, (an IM
sponsored young people’s mission exposure team)
served in Georgia during the summer of 2005.
The 3rd Annual Friendship
House Golf Outing:
Saturday, September 27
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Fox Creek Golf Course (Seven Mile and
Newburgh Road, Livonia, Michigan)
Continental Breakfast from 8am – 9am
SHOTGUN START AT 9:OOAM
COST $85.00 PER GOLFER
18 Holes of Golf w/electric cart
Lunch at the Turn
Chicken & Roast Beef Dinner Afterwards
*PRIZES* *RAFFLES*
*ON COURSE CONTESTS*
If you, your church or your business would like
to sponsor a hole, please call. For only $100 your
name will be on a tee box sign, mentioned in
pre-event publicity and listed in our program.
MOSES News
As summer winds down and fall draws near, it is time to
think about those who do not have opportunity to rest,
relax and enjoy our beautiful Michigan summers that God
provides for us. Some of the summer activities that
MOSES, a faith based social justice group that First
Baptist is proud to be a part of are summarized here.
1. MOSES declared the need for land banks in 2001 as a
solution to these issues. MOSES’ relentless advocating resulted in the passage of Michigan land bank legislation in
December of 2003. MOSES continued to fight for land
banks, and the establishment of the Wayne County land
bank authority in 2006 paved the way for the Detroit land
bank authority approved by the city council on July 29,
2008!
2. Get Out The Vote Campaign plans to register 6,000
more people, and educate them on their rights, responsibilities and options with help from the Secretary of States
Publius Voter Information Center. Publius is a partnership between the League of Women's Voters and Publius.org
3. Plans for a fall rally are underway. With plans to bring
3000 people together Sunday September 28, at 3:30 P.M.
at Great Grace Temple on 7 Mile Rd. in Detroit. The last
rally held their was attended by more than 4,000 people.
Save the date and plan to attend. Issues to be presented
include Transportation, Health Care, Immigration and
Grocery Stores.
4. Health Care press conference was held on Tuesday August 19.
5. Many meetings concerning transit, health care, voter
rights and more were held during the summer months.
Call to RSVP at 313-871-7443.
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IT WAS GOOD ENOUGH FOR OUR PARENTS
IT WAS GOOD ENOUGH FOR OUR GRAND PARENTS
WILL IT BE GOOD ENOUGH FOR OUR CHILDREN
AND GRAND CHILDREN?
For those of you who have been in town this summer, you know that the new Allen
organ has been installed. The speakers are the permanent speakers that will remain
in the church. The console is a loaner, and will be replaced with our custom made
organ sometime in the late fall. As I've learned this new instrument, you've began to
notice the incredible possibilities that the Allen organ provides to us.
We are still involved in the renewal and renovation of the Moller Pipe Organ.....parts of this organ date from 1929 and others from 1973. The chimes are
hopefully on their way to St. Peter and Paul Church in Detroit, and the some of the
pedal pipes are also on their way to another church. (These parts on the old organ
were not planned to be used in the new Allen/Moller organ.)
We find ourselves short of our financial goal.
And, because only part of the work has been authorized, the Holden Organ Company is on hold until additional funds have been raised, and the congregation "officially" approves further action.
Some of you could suggest that I look through rose colored windows, HOWEVER, wouldn't it be a tragedy to
have our MAJOR financial investment in this organ and in this project not finished? You have already invested
$20,000 on the initial steps of the pipe organ project, not to mention what was spent in 1929 and
1973. We need to ask each of us to dig a little deeper for the final dollars to finish the project. This is my
fourth and final article on this project...........you will have to consider the options, the potential waste of your
hard earned dollars, and the frustration if we can't finish what we set out to do.
In the almost 19 years that I have been here, this church has always started and FINISHED every project they
began, and there were many. Think of them: the new heating system, renovating the parsonage, renovating the
chancel area and the welcome center, the elevator project, and more work on the parsonage, the Hanson Children’s Center, the new conference room, and the Mickey McGuire window. I know personally that many of you
were "less than thrilled" about some of these projects, but you supported them. I am asking you once again to do
the same, and allow us to finish this project, and have an incredible musical instrument for generations to
come!!
Jack Ellis
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Happy September Birthdays!
September 2
September 4
Jerri Poe
Glenn Craig
September 5
Ralph Charlick
Laura Burleigh
Katherine Stewart
September 6
Caryn Craig
Patty Babian
September 7
September 18
Joel Tossey
Margery Dennis
September 21
September 23
Doris Myers
Esther Houstina
September 25
September 26
September 27
Art Kaczmarek
Elizabeth Lin
Tyler Black
A Good Quote
“Wear the old coat and
buy the new book.”
Austin Phelps
1820-1890
Congregational minister
and educationalist
Daily Prayers For This Month
Each morning when you get up, take a brief moment
to say the prayer written below. See if, by the end of
the week, having made this time for God’s word,
somehow, your life has changed for the better, your
outlook has become brighter, your spirit, stronger.
These prayers are taken from the “Seasons of the
Spirit” lectionary materials.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Compassionate, loving God, every day we see and
hear the misery and suffering of oppressed people.
Too often, we do not know ourselves to be your partner in their liberation. Call us. Empower us. Consecrate us. Send us. Amen.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
God of grace and justice, your presence fed and freed
the Hebrews, and your faithfulness fulfilled the promise of people and land. Be with us today to nourish
and sustain our spirit and humanity for Christ's sake.
Amen.
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Creator God, we see order come from chaos, and we
believe. Redeemer god, we experience your compassion and reconciling love, and we have faith. Sustainer God, we sense your lively presence with us, and
we honor you. Praise and glory are yours. Amen.
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Most compassionate God, we have been to the wilderness. We have known unfamiliar territory. We have
hungered and despaired. But, in the wilderness you
meet us and feed us the bread of life. Refreshed and
strengthened, we confess that you are our God.
Amen.
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THE CHOIR YEAR BEGINS AT
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH!!
CHANCEL CHOIR
The Chancel Choir had it's first rehearsal on Wednesday
night, August 27th at 7:30 p. m. Our practices then continue on September 3rd on Wednesday nights at 7:30 p.m.
We will also meet on Sundays at 9:20 a.m.
Our first Sunday to sing will be Sunday, September
7th. We will plan on robes/no robes based on the heat and
humidity for each Sunday.
BELLS
The Bell Choir rehearsals will begin on Wednesday night,
September 3rd at 6:15?
The Bell Choir has grown musically in so many ways over
the past few years.....despite the fact that each of our schedules has been insane. I am still looking for the vision that
will let us average more than 90 per cent at each rehearsal!
In the midst of the summer I read an article by Marilyn
Kessler, the distinguished organ professor at the University
of Indiana. She has used this phrase as a motto for her
teaching and for her work at a church in Bloomington, Indiana. To me, it well summarizes our work in Birmingham. Her "theme" is based on Jeremiah, where there
prophet says: "I know the plans that God has for you, plans
for good."
As the faithful members of the choirs at Birmingham, we
know that there are a few of you out there who could and
should be a part of the choirs. As they say in the organ
guild, "Each one, bring one!" How about realistically saying
in the Chancel Choir "each section bring one?" How about
the Bells saying, "bass bells, bring one, upper bells, bring
one!" And, how about our friends and members responding to the invitation? We hope you will!!
I hope that you fell my sense of hope and optimism for the
coming season. Pass it on!
Cherish The Past
Be Open To The Present
And Trust The Future!
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Sunday, Sept. 21 ~ 6 to 8PM
‘GQ Jazz Ensemble’
Featuring Judi Cochill
And with Gary Greenfelder trumpet, Eric
Lindquist, Sax & clarinet Barbara Robinson
piano, Bruce Agababian electric bass, Joe
Cilluffo, drums An exciting night of jazz
standards !
Celebrating our 13th season opener!
Friendship House Fundraiser:
A Delicious Success!
On Tuesday, August 12, found many members
and friends of First Baptist Church, Birmingham
and other American Baptist Churches in the area
dining together at Anita’s Kitchen. As mentioned
in church and in posted bulletins, Anita’s
Kitchen, the owners who are neighbors of Linnea
Berg, donated 10 percent of their earnings for the
day to help support Friendship House in Hamtramck. For some of us it was the first opportunity to dine at Anita’s Kitchen in Ferndale. The
food, authentic Lebanese, was great and the fellowship with members and friends was even better! A great meal for a great purpose. Thank you,
Anita’s Kitchen!
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Upcoming Sunday Morning Worship at 10:30 AM
Sunday, August 24, 2008
“Courageous Women” ~ Exodus 1:8-2:10
Sunday, August 31, 2008
“Called By Name” ~ Exodus 3:1-15
Sunday, September 7, 2008
“Remember, Restore, Renew” ~ Exodus 12:1-4
Sunday, September 14, 2008
“Road to Freedom” ~ Exodus 14:19-31
Sunday, September 21, 2008
“Tensions in the Wilderness” ~ Exodus 16:2-15
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First Baptist Fall Learning Community
Dan Buttry:
A Real Life
“Peace Warrior”
Sunday Morning: Children & Youth Offerings
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Samantha Middleditch, with supervision and support from Francie and
volunteers will offer loving care to our nursery and toddler program.
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Francie Middleditch will offer her special teaching skills in our elementary
school classroom.
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Leona Frost will guide our Middle Schoolers through age-appropriate materials that challenge and entertain them.
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Joan Moore will use the Seasons of the Spirit materials to teach and engage
our High Schoolers. The class will focus on "teen-agers in the Bible"! Some
of the strongest faith figures in the Bible made their mark while they were
still in their teenage years. They will look at those who made a difference
and those who struggled will provide this class with some same age models
to study.
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Post High School—Young Adult participants will meet each Sunday after
services at a local coffee shop for discussion of current events concerning
the topic of “ethics” with Robert & Patricia Washburn.
Judy Phillips and Kathy Charbeneau will provide a children's choir activity
when the others are participating in learning community following service.
Sunday Morning Adult Offerings
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ETS Intern, Marcia Bonds will lead a discussion on “The Meaning of the
Baptist Experience.” “...what it means to view religion primarily as a reality
to be experienced rather than a ritual to be enacted…” Join her in the parlor after services.
Phyllis Bourgois will continue her popular program reviewing the lesser
know books of the Bible in Fellowship Hall.
Other Study Opportunities
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Pastor Babian will lead a mid-week series previewing the lectionary
materials on Wednesday evenings at 6PM, beginning September 10.
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The Tuesday morning and Thursday evening Scripture
Discussion classes will resume on September 9 and 11, respectively.
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The FBCB Downtown Readers group continues to meet every other Friday
(August 29) at Border’s bookstore. We have just begun to read “Three
Cups of Tea.”
FBCB will host the congregation and
community at this year’s Middleton
Scholar Lecture Series on September
25, 26 and 28. Our guest lecturer will
be Rev. Daniel Buttry, Missionary for
American Baptist Churches.
The lectures will examine contemporary global issues about interfaith relationships, historical expressions and
local expressions, with the challenge
for how we can act, buttressed by the
example of interfaith heroes both
historical and contemporary.
The Thursday evening lecture will
focus on “Freedom of religion: Religious Hate vs. Religious Respect”.
The Friday lecture will focus on
“Interfaith Community-Building:
Healing our Communities Together”.
The Sunday sermon will be titled
“Interfaith Courage: It’s Our Time
Now”.
Invite a friend to hear this amazing
speaker who brings the world to us
through his travel and faith.
Office Notes:
The office will be closed on Monday,
September 1 in observance of the
Labor Day Holiday.
The church secretary will be on
vacation Friday, September 5.