July 11, 2024 | Issue 411

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Dear Britt,

It's incredible to think that we're almost halfway through July and nearly seven months into our church-wide goal of 5,000 gospel conversations. Thank you to those who continue to share the gospel in Spartanburg and beyond. Your efforts are making a significant impact, and we are currently keeping pace with our goal. If you are having gospel conversations, please add those here so we can keep track throughout the year.

This past Sunday, we were blessed to hear a powerful message from Seth Phipps our Minister to Students. If you were unable to attend or were out of town, I want to encourage you to watch our services online. This is a great way for you to stay connected and catch up on any messages you may have missed.

If you've been with us for a while and have yet to get connected, would you consider taking your next step by checking out a Life Group or serving in one of our ministries? We believe we're not meant to go through life alone; we have environments where you can be in community and grow in your relationship with God and others. If you're ready to take your next step or want to talk with someone about getting connected, please fill out this short form. We'd love the opportunity to come alongside you and help in any way we can.

As Pastor Mike often reminds us, God is on the move. I wholeheartedly believe this to be true in our church. Let's ensure that God continues to move in and through our lives as we impact the areas of influence he calls us to. Let's be a church body that is faithful to loving God and loving others.

Press Onward,

Jordan Cramer

Minister of Groups and Discipleship

HEARING AID USERS

If you use a hearing aid manufactured in the last 10 years, you have a built in feature allowing you a direct connection to our sound system in the Sanctuary!

It is called the T-Coil hearing loop. Our Sanctuary has this installed on the main floor only, not the balcony, and is typically "channel 2" on your Hearing Aid. Your audiologist can give you more information or feel free to email info@fbs.org or text us at 877-443-2273 and we will be glad to help!

"Whoever has ears let them hear"

Matthew 11:15

July Prayer Focus

Pray for our short-term mission trip teams being sent out all over the world this summer:

◊ July 12-20 team led by Cray Roach heading to Europe to serve in partnership with the SC Baptist Convention.

◊ July 24 – August 2 led by Christian Mahler heading to South Africa to serve with our partners in Johannesburg.

◊ August 3-10 led by Kim Hames heading to Canada to serve with FCA partners in Toronto.

The Bridge is a great place to serve! 

Visit our website at www.thebridgeatgreenstreet.org and look for the Orientation video to learn how you can join The Bridge Volunteer Team.

Proverbs 3:9-10 (ESV) says, “Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine.”

God’s word teaches us that when we honor Him first with our resources, He will bless us. This blessing is not just to provide for our needs and even better it allows us to give back more to His Kingdom.

Your tithes and offerings to First Baptist allows the many ministries to keep going strong in order to reach more people for Christ. Thank you for your generous stewardship by faithfully giving of your firstfruits so we can see lives changed for eternity in Spartanburg and around the world.

As you think about your financial stewardship, here are a couple of the many options you can consider: 

·     You can always give online, but if you are unable to attend on Sunday morning and don’t wish to give online, you can mail your gift to 250 East Main St. Spartanburg, SC 29306.

·     You can also stop by the church during office hours throughout the week and securely leave your gift in the drop box at the welcome center.

Watch and Share!

GENESIS LIVE STREAM

Invite a friend to watch the Genesis Service online, or live in the Hangar this Sunday



VOYAGER HIGHLIGHTS

VBS HIGHLIGHTS

YTH SUMMER CAMP HIGHLIGHTS

THE FULL VERSION OF THE VIDEO YOU SAW SUNDAY

THIS INCLUDES ALL THE BAPTISMS!

Click the photo below to follow and share our ALIGHT Ministry. Help us set the world ALIGHT with the love of Jesus.

EDUCATIONAL TRUST FUND

If you are pursuing a degree in ministry and need financial assistance, our church has an educational grant program that could help you along the way. CLICK here to apply!

A few spaces are available - Sign up now!

Praising God for Salvations!

Already this year over 3500 people have called, texted or emailed for prayer and 70 people have given their lives to Jesus through the outreach of The Encouraging Word!

Join us in praying for more to accept Jesus as Savior!

Stay Connected with ALIGHT:

www.AlightMinistry.org

CLICK HERE to request a FREE copy of The Daily Encouraging Word devotional. You can sign up to receive it daily via email or request the quarterly booklet. You can make that request by phone at 864-699-1750 and for prayer 24/7 call1-877-443-CARE (2273)

Take a moment to pray for these church members

Members in the Hospital

Sptbg. Regional Med. Ctr.

Michael Hamrick (Karen)

Marilou Koepsell

(Charles) Gerald Moore (Dean Moore’s Brother)

Bobby Welborn

Greenville Memorial Hosp.

Elaine Gibson

Village @ Pelham

Marge Haas (Ray) (Testing 7-12)

Anna Nicholls (Jason Smith) (Surgery 7-16)

REHAB 

Physical Rehabilitation and Wellness Center of Spartanburg

Linda Lewis

RoseCrest Retirement Community

Denise Nolan

Members in Hospice Care 

Mannie Horton—At Home

Peggy Biggerstaff—Eden Terrace

Kay Herd—Landrum Hospice House

Jenny Johnson—Wellmore of Daniel Island

Barry Jennings—At Home

Special Prayer Requests

(Due to the many requests for prayer, we try to leave names on this list for 30 days. Please feel free to request a name to be listed again)

Mike Brooks (Marlaina), Jim and Elaine Mann, Lula Armstrong (Johnny McCraw’s Granddaughter), Terry Phillips (Harriett), Cynthia (Cindy) Richardson, Maria Pelletier (Hospital, Augusta), Riggins Family (Central, SC), Gayle Crabtree (Tom Crabtree’s wife), Tommy Allison (Reba), Sabrinia Booker (Betty Earle’s Daughter), Nancy Osborne, Mary Katherine Gibbs (Taylor and Corinna Gibb’s Daughter), Mason Cook (Kelly Gaston’s Great Nephew), Richard Messer (Kim Messer’s Son), Peggy Pitts (David), Becky Morris (Tim), Rachel Jones, Phyllis Gowan, Thomas and Gary Cox (Jeanette (Ken) Kirby’s Sons), Kasey Redfern (Lauryl), Elda Webber, Tammy Hendricks, Jean Ruff (Horace Cheeks’ Sister-in-Law), James Stephen (Steve) Hiott (Joyce), Rylee Blair (Barbara Vess’ Great Granddaughter), Barbara Lovelace (Steve), Eddie Dutton (Darlene), (Marion) Rusty Robinson (TN), Peggy Morris (Scott Morris’ Mother), David Holliday (Teresa), Mary Pearman, Connie Springs, Byron Hames (Glenda), Vivian McAbee, Jim Barrett (Patti), Met Schrieffer, Sam Taylor (Doris), Francis Norris (Rhonda), Rhonda Kirkland, Don Patterson (Trudy), Norm Burleson, Karen Crosby (Philip) (Corey Crosby’s Mother), Blake Kendrick (Son of Darrell and Vick Kendrick), Robin Price (Roy), Lydia Jewell (Debra Key’s Cousin), Mona Ezell (Don) (Marie Scott’s Mother), Pat Moore, Jim Trammell, Tom White (Jean), Dianne Hilderbrand (Walt), Kathryn McMillan (Tony), David Good (Katherine), Jerry Keeter (Diane Eason’s Brother-in-law), Sherri Kamplain (Carolyn Tilghman’s Sister-in-law), Norma Lagerholm, Joan Blalock (Janis Couch’s Sister), Harold Culberson (Kathy), Bobby Welborn (Sharon), Audrey Hampton, Denise Nolan, James Long, Glen Hartis, Dot Burns (Anna Nicholls’ Aunt), Linda Lewis (Harry), Billy Campbell, Molly Truell

Christian Sympathy is extended to:

Family of Kathey Matthews (Steve Mabry’s Mother) who passed away 6-13

Family of ColemanTaylor (Shelly Mabry’s Dad) who passed away 6-15

Family of Charles Settle (Louis Settle’s Father and Bess Johannes’ Brother) who passed away 6-16

Family of Don Rogers (Ann) who passed away 6-19

Family of Jason Koepke (Mandy) (Sue Thomas’ Son) who passed away 6-20

Family of Karen Holder Monts (Jenny Toney’s sister) who passed away 6-26

Family of Marsha Ball who passed away 6-30

Family of Wayne Tweed (Nellie Ruth) who passed away 7-2

Family of Vivian Butler (Charles Butler’s Mother, Lori Cramer and Kristen Foster’s Grandmother) who passed away 7-4

Family of Alice Prince who passed away 7-6

Family of Grace Bradley (Daughter of Charlotte and Ryan Smith, Granddaughter of Kim Messer ) who passed away 7-10

At Home Neighborhoods

Care-Pray-Visit 

Ashlan Village

Miriam Vickery

Betty McMillan

Brushy Creek Cottages—Greer

Martha Turner

Chandler Creek Village

Norma Jean Lagerholm

Eden Terrace

Peggy Biggerstaff

Jim & Elaine Mann

Barbara Shepherd

Suzanne (Suzi) Smith

Billy Campbell

Easley Nursing Home

Carolyn Crowe

Fairhaven—Forest City

Carolyn Morgan

Golden Age

Larry Gowan

Lakewood Senior Living—Assisted Living

Betty Heatherly

Met Schrieffer

Lakewood Senior Living—Independent Living

Betty Medford

Magnolia Manor—Inman

Samuel Lee Perry

Palmetto Patriots Home

Howard Miller

Physical Rehabilitation & Wellness (PRW)

Rhonda Fisher

Restoration Senior Living at Westgate

(George) Eddie Robertson

Rolling Greene—Greenville

Sally Hutcheson

Rosecrest

Betty Toney

Rosecrest—Independent Living

Loretta Cassell

Ruby Donald Residential Care

Donna Garrison

Summit Hills—Independent Living   

Linda Arnold

Henry H. Hamilton

Peggy Wakefield

Summit Hills—Memory Care

Martha Hines

Terra Bella

Mary Alice Wingo

Jean Lowery

The Waterford—Columbia

Jane Littlejohn

The Blake @ Hollingsworth Park

Len Carroll—Assisted Living

Kay Carroll—Skilled Nursing 

The Blake @ Carnes Crossroads, Summerville, SC

Pat Tate

Wesley Court Assisted Living—Boiling Springs, SC

Helen Young

Bobby Martin

White Oak Asst. Living—Webber Rd

Jo Ann Adams

White Oak—Skilled Nursing

Shirley Allen

White Oak—Independent Living

Harriet Baughman

Sara Hall

Jim Miller

Lou Ann Walker

Eula Williams

Vivian Funk

Sue Anthony

White Oak—North Grove

Mirth Bolton

Elaine Dunger

Ann Taylor

Pray for our missionaries who have birthdays or anniversaries in June

Kellee (SIL)                           July 16  

Ashley (SA)                            July  3

Levi (SA)                                     July 26

Bolton (Charlotte)                     July  9

Mack (Charlotte)                       July 27

Birk (Charlotte)                         July 27

Pray for our ladies and gentlemen serving in our military

Lt. Caleb Robinson, US Navy

Brandon Easler, US Navy - Jacksonville, FL

Brandon Duke, US Air Force - Reserves USA

Captain Timothy E. Edge, U.S. Army—Ft Drum, NY

Dakota Biggerstaff, Air Force Academy - CO

Harrison Roberts, US Marines - Camp Lejeune, NC

Matthew Smith -US Military Academy at West Point

Cameron Dorsey – Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Joshua Land, Army - Overseas

To add an active duty service lady or gentleman please contact kedwards@fbs.org

Our Bless This Home

Prayer Ministry is growing!

Join us in this easy and unique way to pray for our neighbors.

Jesus said, "I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in darkness but have the light of life."

The Lord planted our church where we are to help our neighbors discover the light of life. So, as we continue in our 90 days of prayer, consider joining hundreds of FBS members in this prayer outreach by becoming a Light to your neighbors and living intentional pray-care-share lifestyles.

Becoming a Light is free and confidential. You'll receive a map and list of your closest neighbors, along with emails at the frequency of your choice to pray for your next five neighbors that day. When you get a chance, walk or drive by those homes as you pray for them.

To learn more about this opportunity visit VISIT THIS LINK to sign up on the website!

May God bless you as you bless your neighbors!