SCHEDULE OF SERVICES
SUNDAY
9:00 AM
Sunday Morning Bible Study
Christian Foundation Ministry
10:00 AM
Morning Worship Service
Right Hand of Fellowship (1st Sunday)
The Lord’s Supper served (1st Sunday)
Baptism (Last Sunday of each month)
WEDNESDAY
12:00 NOON St. Mark 16:15
Wednesday Prayer Meeting
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Wednesday Night Bible study
Youth Hour of Power
Broadcast Information
Television
First Baptist Church
Friday, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM 2114 Main Street
Public Access – Channel 19 Melrose Park, IL 60160
First Baptist Church Reverend John L. Belser, Pastor
2114 Main Street 708.344.7411 708.344.7265 (fax)
Melrose Park, IL 60160 www.firstbaptistchurchmp.org
Pastor John L. Belser
708.344.7411 708.344.7265 (fax) “I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.”
www.firstbaptistchurchmp.org Philippians 4:13
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Welcome to First Baptist Church!
We are glad that you chose to come and share in our Worship Experience.
FILL THE STOREHOUSE
We trust that you felt the presence of the Holy Spirit and the warmth of our
Christian love and hospitality as you entered our doors. If you are a seeker, THAT PEOPLE MIGHT BE FED
you’ve found a Church where everybody is somebody and Jesus Christ is
everything. If you do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ as “I was hungry and you gave Me food; I was thirsty and
your Lord and Saviour, or are not active in another Church, we invite you to you gave Me drink;… I was naked and you clothed Me.”
unite with First Baptist Church where our emphasis is on growth and Matthew 25:35-36
Vineyard Harvest Feeding
victorious living through Jesus Christ in all aspects of everyday life.
Our Vision
Providing Christian Ministry to the whole person, from cradle to grave.
Philippians 4:19
Our Mission
To bring all people into a saving relationship with Jesus Christ through
the ABC’s of Salvation:
Acknowledge and repent of sins. (Romans 3:23)
Believe on Jesus Christ, the Son of God, as our resurrected
Redeemer. (John 3:16)
Confess Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour. (Romans 10:8-9)
Disciple - become a disciple of Christ through study &
obedience to God’s Word. (2 Timothy 2:15 & 4:15-17)
nd
Evangelize – to share the good news and lead others to Christ.
(Matthew 28:18-20) Outreach Feeding Service
Filled – Being filled with the Holy Ghost. Evangelize – to share the good news and lead others to Christ.
(1 Corinthians 6:19-20)
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:And Jesus came and spoke to them, saying, All authority has been given to Me in
Giving God glory, praise, and worship in all things. heaven and on earth. Go therefore and make disciples of all the
(1 Thessalonians 5:18)
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nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the
Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things
Winning the World for Christ, One Soul at a time!!! that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even
St. Mark 16:15 to the end of the age.” Amen” Matthew 28:18-20
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BIRTHDAY / ANNIVERSARY UPCOMING EVENTS AT FBC
Happy Anniversary and/or Birthday to members OCTOBER
celebrating Wedding anniversaries and Birthdays in Sunday, October 31, 2010 – 10:00 AM – Fall Outreach Sunday,
Elmhurst College, Hammerschmidt Chapel, 190 Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, IL
the month of OCTOBER 60126
NOVEMBER
The following members are celebrating Tuesday, November 2, 2010 – 6:00 PM – Moody Class – Book of James
Wedding Anniversaries: Vote before 7:00 PM
Deacon and Sister Mark Mizelle – 24th Anniversary Sunday, November 7, 2010 – Fall back – Set your clocks back
Sunday, November 14, 2010 – 10:00 AM – Vineyard Ministry Annual Day,
Outreach Ministries’ Annual Day – Dr. Alvin Love, Guest Preacher
3:30 PM – Fellowship at Pilgrim Rest MBC in Chicago
Sunday, November 21, 2010 – 10:00 AM – Senior Gospel Choir Annual
Day
Wednesday, November 24, 2010 – 6:00 PM – Thanksgiving Eve Service
The following members are celebrating
Birthdays: DECEMBER
Sunday, December 12, 2010 – 10:00 AM – Stewardship Ministry Annual
Sister Shirley Antwi-Barfi Day – Dr. Joseph Richardson, Guest Preacher
Deacon John Belser
Sunday, December 19, 2010 – 9:00 AM – Christmas Program
Sister Thomaseen Brown 10:00 AM – The Angelic Choir Annual Day
Sister Elaine Davis
Brother Keith Davis Wednesday, December 22, 2010 – 6:00 PM – Annual Christmas Service
Sister Shirley Higgins Sunday, December 26, 2010 – 9:00 AM – Christmas Worship Service
Sister Linda Jackson
Brother Ramon Jones
Sister Patricia Mizelle THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK
Sister Antoinette Monroe There are no unimportant people in the body of Christ!
Sister Adrienne Nevielles
Brother Christopher Poole “For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether
Sister Mattie Poole we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or free; and
Evangelist Jo Anne Roe have been all made to drink into one Spirit. For the body is
Deacon William Travis not one member, but many.”
Brother Courtney Tribble 1 Corinthians 12:13-14
Visit us at: www.firstbaptistchurchmp.org
On-Line Giving
Please see Sister Sarah Harris if you do not have computer access
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RESPONSIVE READING PRAYER LIST
MINISTER: If so be ye have tasted that the Lord is Pastor John L. Belser
First Lady Kimberly Belser
gracious. President Barack Obama & Family
CONGREGATION: To whom, coming as unto a living All College Students & All Young People
First Baptist Church Nursing Home Ministry
stone, disallowed indeed of men but All Military Participants – Maywood Police Department
chosen of God, and precious, SICK & SHUT-IN/HOME HOSPITAL OR NURSING HOME
MINISTER: Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a Sister Emma Lyons Sister Lizabeth Cooley - NH
Sister Emma Clark Brother Willie Scales – NH
spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to Brother Julius Reedy, Sr. Sister Annie Greer – NH
offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable Mother Ceola Harper Mother Maryon Brown
to God by Jesus Christ. Mother Helen Jackson Deacon Melvin Jackson
Deacon Willie Wilson
CONGREGATION: Wherefore also it is contained in the Mother Louise Pool
scripture, Behold, I lay in Zion a chief Sister Mattie Lacey
cornerstone, elect, precious; and he PRAYER REQUESTS
that believeth on him shall not be Bishop W.J. Chambliss Pastor Tyrone Crider
confounded. Mother Lucille Underwood Elder A.H. Montgomery
Mother Stella Jackson Deacon Willis Hickman
MINISTER: Unto you, therefore, who believe he is Sister Lucille Taylor Deacon Williams Travis
precious, but unto them who are Brother Howard Cathey Brother Keith Gillespie
Sister Brenda Germany Brother James Clark
disobedient, the stone which the Sister Linda Grant Sister Eula Gillespie
builders disallowed, the same is made Brother Sonny Burnside Sister Bobbie Brown
the head of the corner. Brother Archie McCants Brother Edward Brown
Sister Darlene James Sister Starlisa Wilson
CONGREGATION: And a stone of stumbling, and a rock Sister Eunice Jackson-Hazzard Sister Patricia Bridgewater
of offense, even to them who stumble Brother Robert Searcy Sister Annie Bell Patton
at the word, being disobedient; Sister Pauline Young Sister Joan Thomas
whereunto also they were appointed. Brother Elmore Taylor Brother George McReynolds
Brother Henry Taylor Brother David McMahan
MINISTER: But ye are a chosen generation a royal Sister Evelyn Hall Sister Maureen Baker
priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar Sister Mary Millhouse The Headen Family
Sister LaQuita Scott Sister Betty Brandt
people, that ye should show forth the Brother Sherman Burrell Brother Daniel Gibson
praises of him who hath called you out Evening, and morning, and at noon, will I pray, and cry aloud:
of darkness into his marvelous light;
ALL: Who in time past were not a people and he shall hear my voice. Psalm 55:17
but are now the people of God; who
had not obtained mercy but now have Bereaved Families
The Brazier Family
obtained mercy. 1 Peters 2:3-10
Deacon Jeff Lewis & Family
Please power off all electronic devices in the Sanctuary
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SUNDAY MORNING CONGREGATIONAL HYMN
BIBLE STUDY LEANING ON THE EVERLASTING ARMS
October 31, 2010
Lesson 9
Filling Our Emptiness
Devotional Reading: Psalm 3:1-6
Background Scripture: Psalm 63 What a fellowhip, what a joy divine,
Printed Passage: Psalm 63:1-11 Leanin on the everlasting arms;
What a blessedness, what a peace is mine,
Key Verse Leaning on the everlasting arms.
O GOD, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul
thirsteth for thee, my flesh longeth for thee in a day and thirsty Chorus: Leaning, Leaning,
land, where no water is. Psalm 63:1 Safe and secure from all alarms;
Session Overview Leaning, leaning,
In today’s lesson, we continue our study of “Good Sustains.” Our Leaning on the everlasting arms.
previous lessons reminded us of how “God Sustains” by His O how sweet to walk in this pilgrim way,
wisdom and His ability to be our refuge and leader. This lesson
will demonstrate how God’s presence comforts and assures us in Leaning on the everlasting arms;
the midst of trials and tribulations. We do not have to live in O how bright the path grows from day to day,
misery and emptiness. The God who saves us is also the God who Leaning on the everlasting arms.
is able to sustain us. (Adult Bible Quarterly)
Text: Johnson Outman, Jr. Tune: Nolan Williams, Jar Hymn 371
November 7, 2010–Lesson 10–Psalm 66:1-12
~ OFFERING MEDITATION ~
Reaching Higher Levels of Understanding and Faith! Glory and honor are in his presence; strength and gladness
“…Grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.” are in his place.
2 Peter 3:18
Give unto the Lord, ye kindreds of the people, give unto the
Lord glory and strength.
We encourage you to attend Give unto the Lord the glory due unto his name; bring an
Sunday Morning Bible Study offering and come before him; worship the Lord in the beauty
9:00 AM to 9:50 AM of holiness. 1 Chronicles 16:27-29
Brother Reginald Blanchard, Ministry Leader
WALKING IS NOT PERMITTED DURING TITHES & OFFERING, THE SERMON
AND THE INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP!!
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MEDIA MINISTRY BIRTHDAY/ANNIVERSARY
The following messages are available for purchase
on audio-cassette tapes and CDs.
Pastor Belser is the speaker unless otherwise noted
09/19/10 – How To Help Your Way Out
09/26/10 – Don’t Miss Your Blessing
10/03/10 – Don’t Wait Until Your Battles Over, Shout Now I WILL CELEBRATE A BIRTHDAY IN NOVEMBER
(For security purposes, please DO NOT provide date)
10/10/10 – From Victim to Victor
Pastor Brenda Little
10/17/10 – Whatever You’re Going Through God Will
Bring You Out MY NAME IS:
10/24/10 – Lessons From A Veteran
Reverend Walter Turner
10/31/10 – Trick or Treat
Media Order: Please check off the sermon tape of your
choice and complete the section below.
Name:_____________________________________ WE WILL CELEBRATE AN ANNIVERSARY IN
NOVEMBER
Phone:____________________________________
OUR NAMES:
Number of Tapes Ordered____________________
Total Amount Enclosed $_____________________
** Please allow 24 hours for the completion of your order ** WE WILL CELEBRATE OUR:
ANNIVERSARY (NUMBER ONLY)
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