PASTOR’S LETTER

“SHE’S JUST PERFECT”

Sunday, May 9^th is Mother’s Day. I like Mother’s Day because of all the people that we honor throughout the year, none is as dear to each one of us our mother. Her price is indeed “far above rubies.”

            Our feeling about our mothers is illustrated by the story of the small boy who invaded the lingerie section of a large department store and shyly presented his problem to a woman clerk. “I want to buy a slip as a present for my mom,” he said. “But I don’t know what size she wears.” “Is she tall or short, fat or skinny?” asked the clerk. “She’s just perfect,” beamed the small boy. So the clerk wrapped up a size 34 for him. Two days later, Mom came to the store by herself and changed the slip for a size 52.

            It matters not what size mom is, to her children she’s just perfect. On Mother’s Day we will honor all our Mothers during the worship service and present each one with a memento of the occasion. I look forward to celebrating this occasion with all our families.

                                    Bro. Earl

BABY DEDICATION

On Mother’s Day, May 9^th, there will be a special baby dedication service for parents with new babies born during the past year. This beautiful and meaningful service gives the entire church family the opportunity to celebrate life along with these new parents. Parents desiring more information may contact the pastor. 

CORNYVAL PARADE

“Teaching Young “Ears” about God” is the theme of the float that will be representing our church in the 2010 Cornyval Parade this Saturday. The parade begins at 9:30 am and children who would like to ride our float need to be at the church by 8am. Children may also meet us at the parade line up on Riggs Rd. Dress western or country.

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

We would like to welcome the newest additions to the “First Family:”

Coming by transfer of church letter:

Mrs. Kay Davis. Camberwell, San Antonio, TX 78254.

Mrs. Aurora Trevino. Aurora lives at 15055 Antonio Dr., Helotes, TX 78023.

CONGRATULATIONS

IT’S A BOY

The church family would like to extend our congratulations to Michael and Aimee Geraci on the birth of a beautiful baby boy. Little Vincenzo Aldo Geraci was born on april 15^th and weighed 7 lb, 13 oz.

JILL GABLE WINS AWARD

First Baptist member, Jill Gable was recently named the winner of the Trinity Prize for Excellence in Teaching. She is the first South San Independent School District winner in the 29-yerar history of the award. We are very proud of Jill and we thank God for dedicated Christian teachers such as she.

FIRST FRIDAY

May 7^th will be the date of our next “First Friday” game and fellowship night here at first Baptist. Join us at 7pm in Henley Hall for some informal fun.

YOUTH MYSTERY DINNER

All youth are invited to a “Mystery Dinner” on May 15^th, starting at 6:30 pm in Henley Hall. Bring a friend and a meat of your choice for grilling. Everything else will be provided. See Judy Jones for character assignments or call the Church for her number, 210-695-3143

There will be a youth committee meeting this Sunday, May 2^nd, right after church.

The Youth Department would like to thank everyone who participated in the Youth Auction. It was a big success and every youth had a bid. 

VISION 2010 UPDATE

Goal                                        $250,000.00

Received in April                          4,659.73

Total received                           234,829.73

Continue to pray for the growth of our church and give to our Vision 2010 building campaign.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

VBS at First Baptist will be June 14-18, from 9am -12 noon each day. We are still need of volunteers to work with the third and fourth grade children and to help with crafts. If you would like to be a part of this exciting ministry to boys and girls, please contact Gussie Griffith or the pastor. The next VBS meeting will be May 17 at 7 pm.

CIMA HOSPICE

Many of us have been or will be involved in hospice during our lifetime. With the changes in Medicare and health care in our country it is important that we have the information we need about hospice. On May 23^rd, at 6:30 pm, Robert Gibbs, chaplain with CIMA Hospice, will be our guest speaker. He will inform us about hospice and answer any questions you may have. Don’t miss this informative meeting.

GONE TO BE WITH THE LORD

On April 3^rd, one of our beloved members, Charles “Bob” Stogsdill was called home by his Lord. Though we will miss him, we rejoice in his homecoming. Our church family expresses its deepest sympathy to Wade Stogsdill and the rest of the family.

THANK YOU

To the church family: Thank you for the beautiful floral arrangement sent on behalf of Charles Stogsdill. We, his family, find comfort in knowing others care.  – The Stogsdill family.

MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST

All men are invited to join us this Sunday morning, May 2^nd, at 8 am in Henley Hall for breakfast tacos, prayer and fellowship. We will finish by 9 am to give you time to pick up the family. See you there.

BACK HOME HOUR

On May 30^th, at 6:30 pm, First Baptist will celebrate our fifth Sunday Back Home Hour. This is an hour of music and praise where you get the chance to participate. Afterward there will be a fellowship in Henley Hall.

OTHER DATES TO REMEMBER

FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING: May 10^th

CHURCH BUSINESS MEETING: May 12

DEACON’S MEETING: May 5^th

OFFICE CLOSED ON MEMORIAL DAY