Men, bring your appetite to the next Men’s Breakfast on Saturday, February 3, at 8:00 a.m., in the Mission and Fellowship Center. You’ll enjoy a delicious meal and have fun and fellowship with other men of the church. Be there!
Ladies' Winter Bible Study
The Ladies Winter Bible Study will continue on Monday, February 5 at 10:00 a.m. in the Gathering Room. You will enjoy Beth Moore’s study of Philippians: The Surpassing Value of Knowing Christ. Books are still available in the church office for $15. Please plan to join us!
February Birthdays
Nancy Farmer (Jan. 13)
Nell Cummins (Jan. 14)
Judy Wilkey (Jan. 17)
Mary Stiles (Jan. 26)
Reagan Devoe (Jan. 2)
Macie Bryson (Jan. 7)
Kathey Clemmoms (Jan. 10)
David McDonald (Jan. 10)
This Sunday’s Guest Preacher
John Tagliarini is captivated by the overwhelming love of God as shown to us in Christ Jesus. John has been married for over 50 years to Patricia Harris Together, they have two daughters, Jennifer Thomas and Gianna Carson, and sons-in-law Brian and Brad, with five grandchildren ranging from 8 to 20 years old (Bella, Tag, and Rose Carson, and Alden, and Abram Thomas).
John served as pastor of the First Baptist Church of Bryson City, NC, for a little over 26 years. He led worship and discipled students as the minister of music and youth at the Murphy First Baptist Church for 12 years. John taught as assistant professor of music at Tusculum College in Greeneville, TN for five years. He developed the choral program as high school choral director and music teacher at Kathleen High School, in Lakeland, FL.
John has a Doctor of Ministry from the M. Christopher White School of Divinity, Gardner Webb University; a Master of Divinity in Biblical Studies from the New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary; a Master of Music in Choral Conducting from the University of South Florida, Tampa; and a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education from the University of South Florida.
When not involved with family, woodturning and amateur radio round out his avocations.
Sunday School and Childcare is Available!
Welcome to the Yeltons and Hometown Musical Memories
It has been my pleasure to know the Yelton family since they moved to Cullowhee many years ago. Joe and Corrine had a vibrant ministry at the Cullowhee Baptist Church, and were loved by all. Their children, Rosemary and Jake were young when they arrived, and grew up in the rural university setting, with the many opportunities that WCU provides. The Yeltons were active in community life and great fans of music. I like that!!
Corrine is a soprano who sang in Dr. Dooley's Western Carolina Community Chorus, as well as in the Cullowhee Church Choir. She also played in the Handbell Choir. The children took piano from Barbara Dooley, who was their organist. Mrs. Yelton came to me for some "coaching" on directing choirs when she was asked to lead the choir at the church. Our musical paths have often crossed.
If you attended a choral concert or a madrigal dinner at WCU, you would find the Yeltons among the patrons. They came with their children and enjoyed what we had to offer, and always made a point to come to speak to me after the performances. We are, indeed, fortunate to have secured Dr. Yelton as our Interim Pastor. He values and appreciates music which is heartfelt and well prepared. I have devoted over 56 years of professional life to church music leadership, so that means a great deal to me, as it will to the others involved in our music ministry.
We may be looking for a new pastor for quite some time, but be assured — we are being led by a highly capable servant of God. I'm sure that our fellowship will be blessed by Dr. and Mrs. Yelton, and I look forward to our work together for the people of First Baptist Church of Sylva.
Bob Holquist
Minister of Music
Mission Circle Meeting
The Ladies Mission Circle will meet
on Tuesday, February 13 at 10:30 a.m. in the
Gathering Room. Ruth McConnell will be talking with
us about Neighbors in Need. Join us!
Passportkids: Spaces Available
This year's Passportkids will be held on June 30-July 3 at Montreat College. Children who have completed 3rd through 6th grades — this PASSPORT is for you! We still have some spaces available if you know of anyone who is interested in going.
For those who have paid a deposit already, another installment of $75.00 is due by January 29th. Please give your deposit to Janice in the church office by that day.
If you haven’t already told her, please let Cheryl Beck know as soon as possible if you are going.
Potluck Welcome Event for Interim Pastor, Joe Yelton
Please join us on Wednesday evening, February 7 at 5:15 p.m. to welcome Dr. Joe Yelton with a potluck meal followed by time spent with him in fellowship. Our time of fellowship will be from 6:00 to 6:45 pm with choir practice to follow at 7:00 p.m.
Please bring your favorite homemade or take-out meal or dessert to share. Water and tea will be provided as well as paper products and plasticware.
Royal Ambassadors Needs Leader
We are still in need of a leader for Royal Ambassadors. Please be in prayer that someone will come forward to teach these wonderful boys.