United Christian Ministries is in need of pasta sauce, ramen, pancake syrup, applesauce (6-pack individual cups), and laundry detergent. To donate items, please drop them off at UCM’s building at 191 Skyland Drive. Thank you!
Youth Newsletter
Click HERE to view the spring youth newsletter!
1st Explorers Update
The theme for 1st Explorers last week was “Do Jesus Stuff” and included these ways to be like Jesus: Be Kind, Tell the Truth, Share What You Have, and Forgive. The children completed the Cuba handprint craft—a project done with the children of our partner church in Holquin. Curtis Collins visited from the Health Department and in his fun and interesting way shared tips for being emotionally healthy. Homework time is going well and the children had lots of fun playing outside in the spring-like weather.
Neleydee Torres enjoys an art project outside during a warm spell last week
Sunday School and Childcare is Available!
Children’s Library Brimming with New Books
Several new titles have been added to the Children’s Library in recent weeks. The library is a treasure trove of books for preschoolers, children, and teens. Stop in and have a look!
Watch for an upcoming Library Scavenger Hunt! (If you are a child or teen and read this, let Cheryl Beck know and you will receive a prize!)
I'll Be the Clay
By Dr. Jeff Mathis
I hope my complaints about the weather have made the weather seem comparatively less annoying.”
–Anonymous
Let’s pivot away from last weekend’s busted snow forecast and give our attention to the scripture we studied together on Sunday.
“Then the word of the LORD came to me: Can I not do with you, O house of Israel, just as this potter has done? says the LORD. Just like the clay in the potter’s hand, so are you in my hand, O house of Israel.” (Jeremiah 18:5-6)
Consider these honest words and reflection from the musical artists, Casting Crowns. You can listen to their song, here.
“In the Hands of the Potter”
I still remember when I heard You call me by name
I’d follow You anywhere, knew I could trust You in anything
But now sorrow beats down on me, waiting for You to come through
I’m all alone with my questions, I’m dry and cracked open
And I thirst for You
And as I fall apart
Come flood this desert heart
Fall like the rain, Living Water
And I know Your way is best
Lord, help me find my rest
And I’ll be the clay
In the Hands of the Potter
My world is spinning, my life seems so out of control
Nailed, scarred hands tell the story of love that will never let go of me
Through the sunshine or rain, I know where my hope is found
What You started in me, I know You will complete from the inside out
And as I fall apart
Come flood this desert heart
Fall like the rain, Living Water
And I know Your way is best
Lord, help me find my rest
And I’ll be the clay
In the Hands of the Potter
My world is breaking me, Your love is shaping me
And now the enemy is afraid of what You’re making me
When my world is breaking me, Your love is shaping me
And now the enemy is afraid of what You’re making me
My world is breaking me, Your love is shaping me
And now the enemy is afraid of what You’re making me
And as I fall apart
Come flood this desert heart
Fall like the rain, Living Water
And I know Your way is best
Lord, help me find my rest
And I’ll be the clay
In the Hands of the Potter
And I’ll be the clay
In the Hands of the Potter
Send Us Your Prayer List Updates
Add this email address to your contacts list on your devices so that our staff and Pastoral Care Team can learn of your prayer requests as quickly as possible. And yes, you may still contact the church office directly at 828-586-2095 to share your prayer concerns, as well.
Hurray for Our Nursery Workers of the Week!
Thank you to Melanie Joiner for taking care of the nursery last Sunday. We heard that you had fun!
Nancy McConnell is in charge of the nursery February 19. Thank you, Nancy.
There is still room on the schedule to serve “the least of these”
on Sunday mornings. It is a blessing to see their smiles and enthusiasm as you spend
time with our infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Please contact Cheryl Beck (cabeck@ncsu.edu) if you would like to help.
Send Us Your Prayer List Updates
Add this email address to your contacts list on your devices so that our staff and Pastoral Care Team can learn of your prayer requests as quickly as possible. And yes, you may still contact the church office directly at 828-586-2095 to share your prayer concerns, as well.
Our First Baptist Family is Growing!
Help us welcome Sparrow Aubrey Ann Messer, a new addition to the family of Janelle and Cody messer and brother Siler! Let's show our love by showering them with diapers and wipes.
THIS Sunday, February 12, bring a pack of diapers (any stage) or baby wipes with you to church, placing them on the table in the foyer of the sanctuary. This will be a wonderful way to be an encouragement to this young family who are members of our church. Janelle is currently serving as the chairperson of the 1st Explorers Committee.
WHAT: Diaper Drop-Off
WHEN: February 12, immediately following worship
WHERE: FBC Foyer
Out of town on February 12? Drop your diapers or goodies off in the church office.