First Baptist Church Naples

“Face-to-Face” Church Mission:

To know Christ and make
Launched from a Harvard University Him known in Southwest
dorm in February, 2004, the social Florida and Beyond.
network called Facebook has exploded Contents:
in appeal and use, now logging five
hundred million members. They have FAITH Kick Off Banquet
uploaded fifty billion photos and
tagged fifteen billion of them. Nearly Dave Ramsey Classes
20% of the users list themselves as LCT Choir Retreat
single, with about 16% as married.
Members create 400,000 events each Faith Riders
day. Amazingly, about 70% of the users
Prayer Surge/Nation
are outside of the United States. A recent article asked a
major question concerning our culture and then answered Project56/Praisekids
it: “What are we doing? Joining and sharing.” I want to urge
you to do the same but with what could be termed as a low Discovering FBCN
tech but high touch ministry. First Steps Class
Networking technologies have a predictable growth Women’s Conference
pattern, starting with an early, steady trickle of adopters,
then moving to the next wave with real-life social Band of Brothers
contacts. Older individuals jump beyond the newness to Systematic Theology
the opportunity to relate to their grandchildren. God has
allowed many of our ministries to move through various Divorce Care
patterns of growth. Unlike most churches, we launched
the FAITH Evangelism program with a large number of early Beth Moore Study
adopters. We continue to see a steady wave of witnesses, Kidztown
both leaders and learners, rather than an ebb and flow
pattern. Praise God! However, we are now top-heavy with Quiet Time
“leaders” who have been through the training and are now
Operation Christmas Child
in need of those who want to be our “friends” who will “join
and share” as “learners”. Helps Outreach

You can certainly pray and witness in your online social The Vine Ministry
network as in other aspects of life. However, most of us Preschool Promotion
need a specific, disciplined track to run on and to nudge
us to witness and disciple others. FAITH is as much about Truth Project
reproducing yourself through learner-disciple as it is
visiting an unsaved or unchurched person in order to share
the gospel. Training will be each Sunday afternoon at 4:00
p.m. to 6:45 p.m., beginning September 19, 2010. We have FBCN Church Online
exciting times of teaching, visiting for about an hour, and www.fbcn.org
then reporting back to share victory testimonies. I have
made some wonderful “friends” through this network. I
FBCN Streaming:
hope that one day when I have “finished the course” of this Did you miss a recent
life (2 Timothy. 4:7) that my “profile” will be similar to that service? Watch it online.
of Paul and Timothy: “The things which you have heard
from me in the presence of many witnesses, entrust these
to faithful men who will be able to teach others also” (2
Timothy 2:2). That is truly high touch!
 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 lifestyle and a way of thinking.
You will gain competence in initiating spiritual dialogue and moving
into a presentation of the gospel as you experience a variety of visitation settings.
Our spring kick-off will begin with a Banquet featuring Dr. Stephen Rummage,
Senior Pastor of Bell Shoals Baptist Church in Brandon, Florida.  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.

Living Christmas Trees

Choir Retreat
Saturday, September 11 from
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Breakfast begins at 8:00 a.m. Registration is
To register or for more information, please visit $10.00 (includes breakfast and lunch)
www.fbcn.org and click on the Dave Ramsey banner.

Singing in the Living Christmas

Trees is a wonderful opportunity to
use your gifts and talents to serve

Faith Riders is a Christ-centered, faith

the Lord. Not only is it personally
Faith Riders is a Christ-centered,
based faith
motorcycle ministry with based
a passion
for sharing the gospel of Jesus Christ rewarding, it is also a
motorcycle within
ministry with community.
the motorcycle a passion for
Our first meeting is scheduled for
great way to share the
sharing the gospel
Thursday, of Jesus 9th
September Christ within
at 7:00pm the
in The
Commons. gospel with our Naples
motorcycle community.
This ministry is open to both male & female
riders. Those without a bike are welcome
Community. We saw
  as well.
over 160 people make
Our first meeting is scheduled
Please contact for Thursday,
Rick Mercer at
239-691-2018 for more information. professions of faith
September 9th at 7:00 p.m. in The Commons.
through last year’s
LCT ministry. For more information,
This ministry is open to both male & female
please contact Keith Mattson in the
riders. Those without a bike are welcome as
Music Office at 596-8600 x229 or
well. Please contact Rick Mercer at
email. kmattson@fbcn.org.
239-691-2018 for more information.
 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 Nation
Father, thank You for the United States and its government. I pray for the
president, the national and local government, the judges, the policemen, the
business leaders, and all those who are in leadership positions in this country.
Please protect them from the evil that is in the world and keep them safe and
free from all harm. You have promised to bless any nation that follows after
You. Help us to live quiet and peaceful lives so that we can continue to spread
the Good News of the gospel throughout our land.

2 CHRONICLES 7:14

Praying Scripturally For Your Nation

- Pray that God will send godly leaders to run our country
- Pray that God will give our leaders wisdom
- Pray that God will change our country’s morals (abortion,
homosexuality, drugs, crime, divorce, etc.)
- Pray that God will convict and change us (God’s people, especially
the church in America)
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Monday, August 30th in Room DC121 beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Led by Senior Pastor Hayes Wicker, this is a very informative dinner seminar. It
is held for those who are new to First Baptist Church Naples, those who want
to join the church, or those who would like more information about our church
and ministries. Please RSVP by calling 596-8600 ext. 679. This dinner is designed
for adults and children 11 and older. Childcare is available for children 10 and
younger by advanced reservation. Please make your childcare reservation by
calling 596-8600 ext.360. Please feed your child before they arrive at childcare.
 The Truth Project
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 7:30pm.

This 4 week class covers

the topics of salvation,

There’s an APP for that!
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.
Don’t just sit there waiting for an
instant message, do something!
APPly what you’ve learned this
summer! Pass the text of faith
and truth on to the next
generation.
Share what you know and learn
how to share in the
Preschool and Children’s
Ministries. We’ll give you all the
APPs you need to impact
children for Jesus!
And that’s the TRUTH!
 Enjoy the God who
loves you more
than you ever
dreamed possible.
He will take your
breath away!

God loves us more than we know.

He gives us more than we can ask
or dream. He’s unrestrained . . .
excessive . . . outrageous . . . Over the Top.

over
thetop
speakers drama by musical guests special guest

patsy clairmont marilyn meberg sandi patty anita renfroe lisa whelchel nicole johnson mary beth and mandisa andy andrews
steven curtis chapman

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Group Price who will appear. No refunds/exchanges. Over the Top is a production of Thomas Nelson Live Events.
 In the missions kiosk this weekend...

CALLING ALL MEN

BAND OF BROTHERS
A Ministry for Men of All Ages
ACTS-TION HEROES FROM THE BOOK OF ACTS
Starting, Wednesday, September 1
6:25 – 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel
Speaker: Dr. Hayes Wicker

Men. Is there something missing dealing with these issues in our

in your life? Are you struggling Band of Brothers meeting each
with life’s issues and not having the Wednesday evening from 6:25 p.m.
success you would like? Are you to 8:00 p.m. in the Worship Center.
This is a time of worship, study,
discussion, and fellowship to learn
how to apply God’s Word in every
area of our lives... our families, our
jobs, and our friendships. We focus
on application. Every man leaves
each week with immediate action
items. In the process, you will have
the opportunity to meet and grow
in Christian fellowship with like-
confident in your ability to handle minded men who desire to walk
the family issues that come up? more closely with Jesus. Contact
Are your friends men who honor Don Ingle, 239-596-8600 ext 232
God with their words and deeds? e-mail: di2@fbcn.org.
We have over 300 men who are
 Systematic Theology
‘An Opportunity to Dig Deeper’
Beginning Thursday, September 2, our pastor’s wife, Janet
Beginning August 31
Wicker will be offering a seminary-level course of systematic
theology to all women who would like to have a firm and
foundation in what we believe as Christians. This approach
will take you through all the major doctrines of our faith asSeptember
we 1st …
study them in classroom style so that each woman will leave
this course thoroughly grounded in her beliefs “She
and isarticulate
clothed with strength and dignity.”
in presenting and defending them. Beginning August 31st
(Proverbs 31: 25a)

at nwoods@fbcn.org.
Beginning RefresHer
To sign up please contact: Norma at 596-8600 x241 or email
August and 31st
Bible Study opportunities:
September
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(beginning Aug. 31st)
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 Awesome Weekend in Kidztown!!
This is an awesome weekend!!!! It is Pastor Larry. He loves to talk to people
promotion weekend and all of our and make them feel welcome!!! Don’t
children officially move up to the next forget that KidzTown worship starts
grade. That means that there will be promptly at 6:00 p.m. on Saturdays
room changes in BLG and that the and 9:30 a.m. on Sundays!!!
new first graders will be experiencing
KidzTown for the first time. How
exciting!!! The new room numbers for
the children will be on their KidzTown
nametags. If you have any questions,
please stop by KidzTown and ask for

The new Quiet Time year begins August

29th. New Quiet Time guides are on
sale in the bookstore now.
Operation Christmas Child needs noon in WC117. Come help wrap
Christmas Wrapping Paper. If you shoe boxes that will spread the
have any you would like to donate, love of Jesus to hurting children
please contact Jody Statile at around the world this Christmas
239.591.1895. Remember our next season. It will make it a Merry
wrapping party is THIS Tuesday, Christmas for them and for you!
August 24th, from 9:00 a.m. until

Helps Outreach is praising the

Lord for the donation of a new
truck. Please help us fill our new
truck with food to go in our almost
empty food pantry. The truck will
be at the church this weekend.
 Preschool Promotion Weekend
Attention parents of Preschoolers: in the lives of young children at church?
This is “Promotion Weekend”, where your For more information call Kim in the
child will move up to their new class for Preschool Office at 596-8600 ext. 360.
the 2010-2011 school year. Jesus said, “Let
the little children come to Me, and do not
forbid them; for of such is the kingdom of
God.” Teachers and helpers are needed for
the 2010-2011 school year to teach our
Preschooler’s about Jesus’ love. Would you
prayerfully consider making a difference

The Vine Minstry

The Vine is a branch of our C2 (College & Career 20’s Singles) Ministry based on Col
2:2 “Connecting with God and friends for God’s higher purpose!” The Vine provides a
casual environment to recharge your spiritual batteries and reconnect with friends
during the week. Join us Tuesday nights at 7:00 p.m. in the Student Center on FBCN’s
campus for a light dinner followed by contemporary
worship and the Word. Every Tuesday is unique so
don’t miss out! Email Telly & Alisha Alvarez for more
information (tellyandalisha@gmail.com).

New Arrivals At FBCN

Corban Cordell Olivarez was born on August 9th. He
weighed 5 lbs. and 10 oz. and measured 19” long.
His parents are Ricky and Amanda Olivarez. Corban
has two older siblings as well, Sayge and Khlovir.
Congratulations to the family!

In Sympathy
FBCN member, Linda Eubanks, (husband is Walter)
passed away this week. Services are to be on Sunday,
August 22 at 3:00 p.m. Our hearts and prayers are
with the family.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, August 21
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, August 22
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
5:00 p.m. Romanian Baptist Congregation/Modulars 3 & 4
Monday, August 23
8:30 a.m. Planned Parenthood Prayer Protest/Planned Parenthood on Goodlette
Tuesday, August 24
7:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Women’s Step/DC107
7:00 p.m. The Vine College & Career Service/Student Center
Wednesday, August 25
4:45 p.m. Family Meal/Gym
6:20 p.m. Wacky Wednesdays (Children 1-4 grades)/DC120
6:30 p.m. Men’s and Women’s Ministries Truth Project/Worship Center
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, August 26
6:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery/Student Center
Last Weekend
Decisions For Christ Worship Attendance
Statement of Faith Baptisms August 14 & 15
Lynne Miller Samantha Breehne Saturday Night Total 1,129
Jerry Ray McKenzie Peacock Sunday Morning 9:30 1,445
Lillian Ray Skylar Peacock Total 2,574
Noah Haskins
Profession of Faith
Dual Membership
Robert Coates David Gray
Tristin Kardas Lois Gray
Bible & Life Attendance
Financial Stewardship August 14 & 15
2010-2011 Operating Revenues Saturday Night 861
July 1, 2010 - August 15, 2010 Sunday 8:15 20
Budget Actual Variance Sunday 11:00 873
$807,762 $695,791.11 ($111,970) Home Groups 78
Total 1,832
Debt balance as of August 15 = $11,453,262
Next Week
Deacon of the Week Dr. Wicker on the Radio
August 23nd - August 29th You can hear Dr. Wicker every day at
Dane Scofield & Lloyd Montgomery 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 August 25th (4:45 p.m. GYM)
Roasted Chicken, Macaroni & Cheese, Collard Greens, Corn Bread, 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
 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 this weekend in the Bookstore and the Media Ministry counter.
Ticket sales will also be held in the Commons on Wednesday night, August 25th. The
Truth Project has one more week left in this study. The last session is Wednesday,
August 25th.

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