March 10, 2010
       In an effort to be good stewards of time, money, and resources, we are printing "The Good News" newsletter four times during the year to cover special activities happening during the Fall, Advent/Christmas, Lenten/Easter, and Summer.  In addition, we will:

- Publish the newsletter online for those who use the Internet
- Make hard copies available at church for those who wish to pick up a copy
- Email members and friends when the newsletter is published or updated online
- Hand deliver hard copies to shut-ins without internet access
- Mail newsletters to those who request us to do so

If you wish to be notified by e-mail each time the newsletter is updated, e-mail 
     revmcrane@sbcglobal.net

       In an effort to be good stewards of time, money, and resources, we are printing "The Good News" newsletter four times during the year to cover special activities happening during the Fall, Advent/Christmas, Lenten/Easter, and Summer.  In addition, we will:

- Publish the newsletter online for those who use the Internet
- Make hard copies available at church for those who wish to pick up a copy
- Email members and friends when the newsletter is published or updated online
- Hand deliver hard copies to shut-ins without internet access
- Mail newsletters to those who request us to do so

If you wish to be notified by e-mail each time the newsletter is updated, e-mail 
     revmcrane@sbcglobal.net


Newsletter

The Good News Newsletter
The First Baptist Church in Essex

The Good News Newsletter
The First Baptist Church in Essex


 

Winter 2009-2010

 

The entire Winter Newsletter can now be read in a pdf file.  It covers  December 2009 through February 2010.  Here are some upcoming events:

The food pantry items for January are:  Complete Meal Kits - drop them off on the back table of the Sanctuary.

Undecorate the Sanctuary - Sunday, Jan. 10th.  Many hands make light work! 

 Haiti Relief Fund - Cash Donations will be funneled through the One Great Hour of Sharing Offering. 

Annual Church Meeting - We'll start with a potluck lunch right after service and then vote on our new by-laws, elect officials, and get an update on various committees.

 The Missionary Society would like to get a head start on next year's "Thankful Hearts Bazaar" and plan to hold a monthly craft session.  Materials and instructions will be on hand - all you have to do is show up!  The first session will be Sunday, Jan. 31st (after Coffee And...)

If you wish to place a food order through the Angel Food Ministries, please see Tracey.  There is also a discount code for $3 off on online orders.  The code is good through December 2010: ACCELERATEYNC .  If you would like information on Angel Food Ministries, there is a link on our website.  If you would like to help distribute food, please contact the pastor or Tracey.  Distribution Date:  Sat. Jan. 23rd.

Youth Retreat - We have been invited to join the Poquonnock Bridge Baptist Church and Noank Baptist Church for a Youth Retreat at Camp Wightman!  Grades 6-12.  What a great way to start your February Vacation.  Friday, Feb. 12-Sat. Feb. 13th.

The annual Walter Lynn Memorial Campership Dinner will take place on Saturday, Feb. 20th.  Tickets are $20 per person and include dinner, dessert, and a great time of fellowship.  Shrimp Scampi and Chicken Marsala will be the main entrees!  All proceeds go towards camperships for our children and youth.

Saturday, March 6th - Spring Fling "Worshipful Work" - workshops for Lay Leaders!  For registration form and workshop information click Spring Fling "Worshipful Work" (to the right).

 

 

 



 


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Newsletter Submissions....
Do you have an announcement or an article that you'd like to see in the next newsletter?  Please submit items to revmcrane@sbcglobal.net
Deadline for Fall Newsletter - August 15th;     Advent/Christmas -  Nov. 1st;   Lent/Easter -  Feb. 1st ;   Summer - May 1st

Newsletter Submissions....
Do you have an announcement or an article that you'd like to see in the next newsletter?  Please submit items to revmcrane@sbcglobal.net
Deadline for Fall Newsletter - August 15th;     Advent/Christmas -  Nov. 1st;   Lent/Easter -  Feb. 1st ;   Summer - May 1st


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