HEARING WELL IN THE
              SANCTUARY
Did you know that we have wireless hearing units?  These devices can
be picked up each Sunday from the sound console on the North wall.  You can sit wherever you wish in the sanctuary, have an individual volume control, and use either over the ear headphones or a single earbud.  We just purchased several more of the units so now have extras.  Feel free to stop by any Sunday morning if you would like to see how they work or give one a try.

You might also be interested to know that our sanctuary speaker system does not provide consistent levels for all seats.  Depending on where you sit, you may experience differing volumes or more importantly, inconsistent clarity.  We find it is best closest to the center aisle about one-half the way back while the west seating wing has the least speaker coverage.  We will do our best to provide the best sound each week but trying new areas might also help you find the best seat for you.

STEPHEN MINISTRY
IS OUR MINISTRY

 Stephen Ministry is an important new way in which we care for one another at First Baptist. Our newly commissioned Stephen Ministers are equipped and ready to share Christ’s care not just during the “big” crises, but also in the little ones. If you are going through a difficult time, consider having a Stephen Minister.  If you know someone else who is facing difficulties, suggest that they request Stephen Ministry. To learn more about Stephen Ministry or to see if Stephen Ministry might be right for you, contact the pastor (662-4253), who serves as our Referrals Coordinator. Stephen Ministry belongs to you. Make use of it!

             Church Board News
You are welcome to a copy of the board minutes, which can be found in an upright file on the table outside the church office, in the church education wing. Minutes from several past meetings can be found on a wall in the same area, in a box with a blue label. Regular board meetings are held at 8 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month and you are cordially invited to attend.

Overheard at a recent Church Board Meeting . . .
Spencer asked the Board to pray about the church's need for a potential additional leader for the Stephen Ministry. The ministry is going well, but will need more leadership to continue to grow.

            SAVE THE DATE
  12TH Annual West Side Block Party
        Saturday, August 14, 2010

The committee is looking for new entertainment throughout the day at the Block Party. If you know of some groups who would like to share their talents at the event for approximately 15-20 minutes, please contact Beverly Jennings or Kathy Rundblade.

Our church will be doing the Bake Sale at the Farmer’s Market in May.  Funds will go to the Block Party.  More details to come as the time grows closer.
 

Who is a STEPHEN MINISTER

A Stephen Minister is a trained lay volunteer, a good listener, committed to confidentiality, supervised for quality care, ready to offer God’s love through a Christian caring relationship on a one-to-one basis. Stephen Ministers listen, encourage, support, pray, keep confidences, and give Christian friendship and love. Has God given you the spiritual gifts to be a caregiver? Might God be calling you to become a Stephen Minister?  For more information speak to the pastor and or visit this website: http://www.stephenministries.org/stephenministry/default.cfm/928
 Will you be part of it, or consider it for a future training session?

   RECYCLING FOR FAMILIES
        HELP NEEDED!
 Recycling for Families, a faith-based organization, is in need of volunteers physically able to assist with furniture deliveries. Help is especially needed from 9:00-12:00 on Saturday mornings. Ideally, two individuals would sign up to deliver furniture one Saturday each month. Please call 530-8845 to volunteer or if you need more information