First Baptist Church Naples

Church Mission:
“The Grateful Living” To know Christ and make
Rock-n-roll groups and race horses have Him known in Southwest
two things in common – sweat and weird Florida and Beyond.
names. You may remember the unusual
name of one such rock band – The Grateful Contents:
Dead. I praise God that believers are the
grateful living and no longer “dead in Beach Baptism
trespasses and sins.” My heart is so full of FAITH Evangelism Banquet
gratitude for our alive-in-Christ church
family and particularly our staff who pulled Helps Outreach
off the biggest surprise of my ministry. I was
totally shocked to walk into the services Prayer Surge/Church
and to be given a huge birthday surprise and celebration
of my forty years of pastoral ministry. I have never seen so Theology Class For Women
many people keep such a secret for so long! Our Government
Intelligent Agencies could learn a lot from you. Thanks you Staff Anniversaries
for your labor of love. First Steps Class
I say with Paul, “I will not presume to speak of anything RefresHer
except what Christ has accomplished through me…in the
power of the Spirit…and thus I aspire to preach the gospel” M.O.P.S
(Romans 15:18-20). One of my prayers has been that Janet
and I can serve the Lord through His church for many more Quiet Time Devotionals
years. I have no interest in retiring but rather in refiring. I do
not want to slow down but to pick up the pace, look up to the Project 56/Praise Kids
Lord, watch out for the devil, and get on with the business of LCT Choir Retreat
growing disciples, reaching the lost, and finish out my race (2
Timothy 4:7). Faith Riders
I am so grateful for the hundreds of cards telling your Truth Project
testimonies of God’s grace. I love you and am privileged to
serve the Lord together. I am particularly grateful for your Discovering FBCN
love for my children and grandchildren and for how you have
modeled scriptural unity and harmony. Please keep praying Coaches Needed for FBA
for us. Resonate Launch
Christian living equals laboring, as in visitation-evangelism,
the daily discipline of the quiet time, faithful working in our
Bible & Life Groups, and other service. May we say, I “labor
according to His working which works in me mightily”
(Colossians 1:29). God will energize you to find His will, to
follow His direction, and to fulfill His purposes, as you report FBCN Church Online
for duty daily and are not “weary in well doing” (Galatians 6:9). www.fbcn.org

If you were able to be in the Saturday and Sunday worship FBCN Streaming:
services last week during the celebration, you heard polar
opposites in Dr. Ken Whitten and Mr. Chuck Colson. You Did you miss a recent
heard the pastor of one of our nation’s greatest churches service? Watch it online.
with a down-home, southern accent as well as the brilliant
Massachusetts lawyer-politician-convict-reformer-apologist.
God uses all kinds. As the old preacher said, he has even “hit
a straight lick with this crooked stick” (me, that is). I hope that
you can identify with me in this statement: “I am not all that I
should be, but neither am I what I was, or what I will be when
I see Christ.” Thanks, Lord.
 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH NAPLES
BEACH BAPTISM

We would like to invite

you to be baptized on
Sunday, September 5,
2010. Meet us at 1:00
p.m. in the Fellowship
Hallway.

FAITH EVANGELISM KICK OFF BANQUET

Sunday, September 12, 2010 at
5:00 p.m. in the Worship Center
You will begin to model evangelism as a
FIRST
lifestyle and a way ofBAPTIST
thinking. You will CHURCH
gainNAPLES
competence in initiating spiritual dialogue
BEACH BAPTISM
and moving into a presentation of the gospel
as you experience a variety of visitation
settings. Our like
We would spring kick-off will begin with
to invite
you to be
a banquet baptizedDr.
featuring on Stephen Rummage,
Sunday, September 5,
Senior Pastor of Bell Shoals Baptist Church in
2010. Meet us at 1:00
Brandon,
p.m. inFlorida. 
the Fellowship
Hallway.
There will be a $5.00 requested donation at the door for the
dinner. Sign up will begin during the services this weekend.
You will need to pre-register for Child Care. Please purchase
childcare reservation tickets at the Preschool Rotunda in the
education building during all services. Our new schedule for
the FAITH Semester will be September 19 – Nov. 14, 2010
from 4:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. in the Worship Center.
 In the Missions Kiosk this weekend...

For many in Naples

it’s a desert of little hope

Helping YOU Help Others

Helps Outreach takes your donations and gives them to
deserving people along with the Good News of Jesus
Christ.
2025 J&C Blvd., Naples, FL (239) 593-3226
 Calling all believers
to be
“Battle Ready”.
Ephesians 6:10-19

Prayer Surge is a church-

wide prayer emphasis.
Join us together as we
pray for...

our Church EPHESIANS 3:20-21

Pray for our church:

- that God will grow our love, devotion, and passion for Him.
- that God will raise up Spirit-filled leaders.
- that God will pour out His Spirit and work in people’s hearts.
- that God will provide His power and use us to reach the lost.
- that the work of the church may be done in His power.
- that God will take away any strife present in the church body and bring
unity.
- that our church will be a praying church.

Also pray specifically for different ministries that you have an interest in
or a burden for (missions, youth, choir, men’s and/or women’s ministry,
Living Christmas Tree, BLGs, children, etc.).

School Lunch Worker/Volunteer Needed

Be blessed by the children of First Baptist Academy and work/volunteer with the
school lunch program. We need to fill twenty hours per week. Please contact
Chef Herb @ 239-596-8600 ext. 212 for more information.
Systematic Theology
‘Digging Deeper’
A Theology Class for Women
Begins Thursday, September 9

After a wonderful semester of the study Systematic

Theology by almost 50 women this past winter,
we shall resume our study this fall. Using the same
textbook, The Moody Handbook of Theology
by Dr. Paul Enns, we will complete our study as we
explore other important categories of theological
study including:

* Biblical theology (the study of Christian theology dealing systematically with

the historical progress of the self-revelation of God in the Bible);

* Historical theology (the study of Christian theology as it has unfolded through

the centuries);

* Dogmatic theology (the study of Christian theology as it deals with doctrinal

truth of Scripture in a systematic way, and more particularly with that truth as it
is confessed by the Church);

* Contemporary theology (the study of Christian theology as seen in current

theological thought and movements).

Even if you were not present for the first unit of Systematic Theology study, you
are welcome to attend this class, which will be taught by Janet Wicker and Vina
Sterrett. There is a requirement for personal study and faithfulness to
attendance of each class which will begin September 9th and conclude on
November 18th, at 6:30 p.m. in room WC117. Each class lasts two hours and the
textbook is available at our FBCN Lighthouse Bookstore.

To confirm your participation in this class, please contact…

Sandy at 596-8600 x261 or email sgraham@fbcn.org.
 September Staff Anniversaries
FBA Wexell, Renee Middle School Ministry Assistant 9/7/2004
FBC Hale, Nancy Children’s Ministry Assistant 9/9/2003
FBC Mesa, Lenny Premises Keeper 9/10/2005
FBA Radcliffe, April FBA Teacher-Technology 9/12/2001
FBA Beam, Shannon Executive Ministry Assistant 9/14/2009
FBC Berard, Pamela Preschool Teacher/Premises Keeper 9/15/1995
FBC Rigley, Larry Associate Pastor/Children’s Ministry 9/15/2004
FBC Hayes, Steve Associate Pastor/Biblical Counselor 9/16/2005
FBC Estes, Rodney Premises Keeper 9/17/2004
FBC Hoegsted, Derek Premises Keeper 9/19/2003
FBA Davies, Karla Preschool Teacher-FBA 9/22/2003
FBC Exantus, Marcel Premises Keeper 9/26/2007

First Steps Class

A First Steps Class for children entering 1st through 4th grades who would
like to get baptized will begin on Saturday, September 11th at 7:30p.m. This
4 week class covers the topics of salvation, baptism, communion, being a part
of the church, and growing as a child of God. Please contact the Children’s
Ministry Office at 596-8600 x 350 to sign your child up for this class and to pick
up their workbook to begin working in.
 Announcing our Fall 2010 RefresHer Bible Study ...

So Long, Insecurity
by Beth Moore
Join us this fall as we read the book and study the scriptures about
an issue that affects every woman, regardless of her profession,
credentials, possessions, or attributes. The issue of insecurity has
become epidemic among women, but it is not incurable. This journey
to authentic security will cause us to identify the lies from the world’s
erroneous belief system that have infected and paralyzed us as we
allow the truth of God to scream louder to our souls in liberation.

Each week you will be given chapter assignments to read in the

book along with scripture study and directed prayer times. When we
join with other women each week in small table discussion, we will
work through the issues and focus on God’s Word together in study
and prayer, followed by group study and teaching led by our
Senior Pastors’ wife, Janet Wicker.
RefresHer Bible Study opportunities:
Tuesday a.m. Wednesday p.m.
9:00 Welcome & “Journey” Small Groups 6:30 Welcome & “Close Ties” Small Groups
10:00 Praise & Worship 7:00 Praise & Worship
10:15 Large Group Instruction 7:15 Large Group Instruction
11:15 Dismiss 8:00 Dismiss
We meet in the Worship Center, East Side
for both Bible Study times.

Book by Beth Moore; Accompanying

Scripture Study by Janet Wicker

Preschool childcare is wonderfully provided for both

sessions. It is important for you to call the Preschool Dept.
today at 596-8600 ext. 360 to pre-register your child.
MOPS of First Baptist Church Naples invite you to join in the learning process as
together we explore Momology: The Art and Science of Mothering. Mothering is both
art and science. It combines all of who we are to shape healthy, resilient kids. Through
Momology, as we explore together, we’ll be guided by an all-knowing, all-powerful,
always-present God.

Even there your hand will guide me, your right

hand will hold me fast. (Psalm 139:10)

Anywhere we go, God sees, knows, and guides.

So we can lead — and love — knowing God
will get us through all the hard spots, all our
decisions, all our roles, all our times we can’t
hold open our eyelids, and the times we’re
bursting with joy. God’s hand guides us as we guide our children!

Are you a Mother of Preschoolers (children from birth through age 5)? If so, please
join us! Our first MOPS meeting of the year is less than two weeks away! We will meet
on Thursday, September 16th from 9:15 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. in WC117. Our time
together includes a time of biblical teaching, fellowship with other moms, various guest
speakers, creative activities, and breakfast! We’d love for you to join us! MOPS meetings
will continue each month on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays. Childcare is available but
limited! You MUST pre-register in advance by calling 596-8600 ext 360.

If you have any questions, please contact Jennifer Patterson by calling 352-8554 or by
email at jennifer@jjpatterson.com.
 Weekend Messages Available For Purchase
If you would like a copy of this past
weekend’s messages, they are now
available at the Media Center. Ken
Whitten and Chuck Colson CD’s are ready
for purchase.

The new Quiet Time year has offically

begun. New Quiet Time guides are on
sale in the bookstore now.
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Living Christmas Trees

Choir Retreat
Saturday, September 11 from
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Faith Riders is a Christ-centered, faith
Breakfast begins at 8:00 a.m. Faith Riders  is motorcycle
based a Christ-centered, faith
ministry with a passion
Registration is $10.00 (includes for sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ
within the motorcycle community.
breakfast and lunch). based motorcycle ministry with a
Our first meeting is scheduled for
Singing in the Living Christmas Trees passion for sharing
Thursday, the9th gospel
September at 7:00pm inof
The
Commons.
is a wonderful opportunity to use your Jesus Christ within the motorcycle
This ministry is open to both male & female
riders. Those without a bike are welcome
gifts and talents to serve the Lord. Not community.
as well.

only is it personally rewarding, it is also   Please contact Rick Mercer at

239-691-2018 for more information.

a great way to share the gospel with our Our first meeting is scheduled for
Naples Community. We saw over 160 Thursday, September 9th at 8:00 p.m.
people make professions in The Commons.
of faith through last
year’s LCT ministry. For This ministry is open to both male &
more information, please female riders. Those without a bike
contact Keith Mattson are welcome as well. Please contact
in the Music Office at Rick Mercer at 239-691-2018 for more
596-8600 x229 or email. information.
kmattson@fbcn.org.
 Dell Tacket will be at FBCN on Friday, October 1 at 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and
on Saturday, October 2, 8:30 a.m. - Noon. Tickets are $10.00.
Tickets are available Wednesdays and weekends in the Bookstore and the Media
Ministry counter.

High School Truth Discovering First Baptist

Project Study Church Decisions
High School Seniors on Saturday Night Profession of Faith
Jennifer Feriola
& All High School Students on Sunday Dual Membership
Gary Whidden
morning will begin… Marion Dunham
David Gray
Lois Gray
Membership by Transfer Letter
Chris MacFarlane
Becky MacFarlane
Chase MacFarlane
Conal MacFarlane
Bryce MacFarlane
Statement of Faith
Annia Munoz
Adel Martinez
Kevin Martinez
Kent Martinez
Gail Goetz
Patricia Fogleman
This is an in-depth study on what we Elisa Hall
Kevin Marte
believe & why. You will not want your Coady Coyne
Charlotte Coyne
Thomas Coyne
student to miss out. The Truth Project Carolyn Coyne
Nick Talarico
begins Sept 18 / 19 during BLGs @ the Mayra Talarico
Grace Julia Talarico
Gianna Talarico
Student Center. Doris Pells
Upcoming Events
Saturday, September 4
6:00 p.m. Worship Service/Worship Center
6:00 p.m. KidzTown Children’s Worship/DC120
6:00 p.m. Hispanic Worship Service/Chapel
7:30 p.m. Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus
Sunday, September 5
8:15 a.m. Bible and Life Group for 60+/DC107
9:30 a.m. Worship Service/Worship Center
9:30 a.m. KidzTown Children’s Worship/DC120
9:30 a.m. Romanian Baptist/MODS 3 & 4/SC117
10:00 a.m. Vietnamese Bible Study and Worship/DC220
11:00 a.m. Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus
12:30 p.m. Hispanic Worship Service/Student Center
1:00 p.m. Beach Baptism/Meet in Fellowship Hallway
5:00 p.m. Romanian Baptist Congregation/Modulars 3 & 4
Monday, September 6
Labor Day - Church offices closed
8:30 a.m. Planned Parenthood Prayer Protest/Planned Parenthood on Goodlette
Tuesday, September 7
9:00 a.m. RefresHer Women’s Ministry Bible Study/WC east
7:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Women’s Step/DC107
7:00 p.m. The Vine College & Career Service/Student Center
Wednesday, September 8
4:45 p.m. Family Meal/Gym
6:20 p.m. AWANA/Education Building
6:25 p.m. Band of Brothers Men’s Ministry Bible Study/Chapel
6:30 p.m. RefresHer Women’s Ministry Bible Study/WC east
6:30 p.m. High School Ministry/Student Center
6:30 p.m. Middle School Ministry/New Gym
6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room
8:00 p.m. Orchestra Rehearsal/Worship Center
Thursday, September 9
6:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery/DC121
6:30 p.m. Grief Share/AD145
Coaches Needed for FBA Athletics
First Baptist Academy is looking for a person who would like to coach
varsity boys golf this fall. Also, the athletic department is in need of
a girl’s basketball coach for the winter season. If interested, please
contact Athletic Director Billy Sparacio at 239-596-8600 ext. 652 or
email at bsparacio@fbalions.org.
Last Weekend
Decisions For Christ Worship Attendance
Statement of Faith August 28 & 29
Evelyn Pupchik Saturday Night Total 1,396
Angie Falcone Sunday Morning 9:30 1,712
Baptisms Total 3,108
Kenneth Schultz Ivan Magana II
Cheo Muro Carmalita Magana
Shayna Milton Sadie Coates
Nicole Ortiz Azia Mendez
Ivan Magana Bible & Life Attendance
Financial Stewardship August 28 & 29
2010-2011 Operating Revenues No Bible and Life Groups
July 1, 2010 - August 29, 2010
Budget Actual Variance
$1,033,616 $903,524.54 ($130,092)

Debt balance as of August 29 = $11,355,063.38

Next Week
Deacon of the Week Dr. Wicker on the Radio
September 6th - September 12th You can hear Dr. Wicker every day at
Bill Smith & Vince Cordero 1:00 p.m. on 91.5 Kingdom FM WJYO.
Dr. Wicker is also on WSOR 90.9 FM
If you need assistance, please call the church
at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday evenings, and
deacon hotline at 800-732-9573. on Praise FM 89.5 at 1:30 p.m. Sunday
For Spanish, call 601-6051. afternoons.
Wednesday Family Meal
Meal for September 8th (4:45 p.m. GYM)
Spaghetti w/Meat Sauce, Vegetable, Salad, Dessert
Tickets may be purchased at the Lighthouse Cafe during regular business hours or at the
door for $5.50 each or $22.00 for a family (please, immediate family residing in home).
Alternate choices include grilled chicken breast, hamburger, pizza, or a grilled foot long hot dog.

Cafe’ Hours
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Closed
Wednesday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday Closed
Saturday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Bookstore Hours
Monday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday Closed
Saturday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sermon Notes
 Launch date: September 19th, 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. in the Student Center
(( for students 7th - 12th grade ))

Pastoral Staff
Dr. Hayes Wicker....................................................................................................... Senior Pastor
Miguel Cruz.....................................................................................Hispanic Congregation Pastor
Greg Davidson....................................................... ......Associate Pastor/Evangelism & Discipleship
Beverly Day................................................................................... Director of Preschool Ministry
Nathan Dooley.......................................................................Associate Pastor/High School Ministry
Nathan Gaddis............................................................................. Worship/Creative Arts Associate
Steve Hayes.......................................................................... Associate Pastor/Biblical Counseling
Forrest Head...............................................................................................Senior Associate Pastor
Jim Hill........................................................................ Director of Single Parent Family Ministry
Lewis Howard......................................................................................Associate Pastor/Education
Shannon Moore............................................................................... Director of Women’s Ministry
John Patterson......................................................................Associate Pastor/Media & Technology
Doug Pigg...................................................................Associate Pastor of Church Administration
Tom Rider..........................................................................Associate Pastor/School Administrator
Larry Rigley......................................................................... Associate Pastor/Children’s Ministry
Dr. Todd F. Stearns................................................................Associate Pastor/Worship and Music
Kevin Van Duser........................................................... Associate Pastor/Middle School Ministry

First Baptist Church Naples

3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Church Receptionist.......................................................................................................... 597-6057
Enter ext. # for direct connection...................................................................................... 596-8600
Lighthouse Bookstore....................................................................................................... 449-4488
First Baptist Academy Naples.......................................................................................... 597-2233
24-Hour Prayer Line........................................................................................... 597-PRAY (7729)
Church Email........................................................................................................ FBCN@fbcn.org
Church Website..........................................................................................................www.fbcn.org