Jesus said, "As I have loved you, so you must love one another." (John 13.24b) Jesus calls us to love one another. That is our goal here at First Baptist! - to be a "church with a heart for Jesus."
We believe that showing Jesus' love includes: caring and connecting with others; building up believers to be stronger servants of Jesus; reaching out to our community and world with loving actions and Jesus' message. We also believe that we are called to show our "Heart for Jesus" through our worship, our Christlike lifestyle, and our growing faith.
As you join us for worship or activities we hope you will experience Jesus' love in tangible and active ways.
- Worship Service 10:30am
- Early Service 8:00am
- Sunday School 9:30am - 10:20am
- Lakeside Service at Lake Manitou Spillway (Summertime only) 7:44am
Tuesday Evening...
Meets at the home of John & Marilyn Fry at 7:00pm
Tuesday Morning...
Meets at the Church at 9:00am
Wednesday Evenings...
Two Adult Bible Studies, current topics are Colossians and "A Woman of Hospitality."
AWANA...
For children ages 2 to Junior High, meeting on Wednesday nights from 6:00 to 7:30pm
Adults...
The M&M's Group meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month for dinner at The Manitou Banquet Room at 6:00pm
Men...
Fellowship Breakfast that meets monthly on last Saturday of the month at Alejandra's at 7:00am
Women...
Ladies Guild meets monthly on the 3rd Tuesday, meeting at various locations at 7:00pm
Senior High...
Meets every Sunday evening from 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Junior High...
Meets each Sunday morning during Sunday School, and Wednesday nights from 6:00 - 7:30pm for AWANA.
Children...
Children's Choir practice during Children's Church the last Sunday of each month, and perform the first Sunday of each month.
- We believe the Bible to be the inspired and the authoritative word of God.
- We believe in God the Son, Jesus Christ, who was born of the virgin Mary, lived a sinless life, and was crucified for the sins of mankind.
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We believe in the resurrection of Jesus Christ from Death; in His ascension to the right hand of The Father, and His future personal return in power and glory.
- We believe the personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior, and Lord is essential and sufficient for salvation.
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We believe the Holy Spirit blesses every believer with spiritual gifts which are to be used for the edification and building-up of the Body of Christ (The Church).
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We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost; the saved to eternal life in God's heavenly presence, and the lost to eternal damnation and endless suffering.
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We believe in the spiritual unity of all believers in Jesus Christ, as The Church, or the Body of Christ.
- May 1 - MOPS Mothers of Preschoolers 6:00 - 8:00pm
- May 2 - Morning Bible Study 9:00am; Choir 7:30pm
- May 3 - Executive Committee Meeting 7:00pm
- May 4 - Church Women United's May Friendship Day Service at First Christian 1:00pm
- May 6 - Youth Group at Pastor Mark's house 2:00pm
- May 7 - Men's Prayer Group 7:00pm
- May 8 - Transformation Prayer Group 12:00 Noon
- May 9 - Morning Bible Study 9:00am; M&M's at Streamliner 11:30am; Pizza Party for Church Leaders and Board Members 6:15pm; Church Boards Meeting 7:30pm
- May 10 - Choir 7:30pm
- May 13 - Happy Mother's Day!
- May 14 - Mother / Daughter Banquet 6:00pm
- May 15 - MOPS hosting Tastefully Simple Fundraiser 6:00 - 7:30pm
- May 16 - Morning Bible Study 9:00am; Choir 7:30pm
- May 19 - Prayer Day 6:00am - Noon
- May 20 - Youth Families mini-golf at Paige's Crossing after church until 4:30pm; Hope Hospice Remembrance Service 2:00pm
- May 21 - VBS Meeting at Grace United Methodist 6:30pm
- May 22 - Transformations Prayer Group at Trinity 12 Noon
- May 23 - Morning Bible Study 9:00am; Choir 7:30pm
- May 26 - Men's Fellowship Breakfast at Alejandra's 7:00am
- May 27 - Boat Church Begins 7:44am
- May 28 - Memorial Day
- May 30 - Morning Bible Study 9:00am
CAMP TIPPY - MISSION FOCUS MAY 2012...
“Camp is an oasis of Christian community that surrounds persons with God’s redeeming love and enables them to grow as disciples of Jesus Christ as they continue their journey of faith.” This is the Mission of Camp Tippy located in North Webster Indiana. Our concentration for missions for the Month of May will be for the Summer Camp sessions “Where’s Your Super Powers?” from June 10th to July 28th. August includes a new camp session for college students and the family camp session. As stated on this year’s camp website in connection with the 2012 theme, “But now in Christ Jesus ye who sometimes were far off are made nigh by the blood of Christ.” Ephesians 2:13. In considering this mission for our summer campers ages K-12 take a moment to check out the Camp Tippy website to view videos and ministry opportunities at www.camptippy.org or view the material at the camp table in the foyer. Please make checks payable to the church and mark “Camp Tippy” on the memo line during the offering.
CAMP TIPPY SUMMER SCHEDULE...
- June 10 - 14: Explorer Camp for 2nd & 3rd Graders, Cost $180
- June 10 - 16: Leadership Camp for 8th to 11th Graders, Cost $250
- June 15 - 16: 1st Timers Camp for Kinder and 1st Graders, $65
- June 17 - 23: Trailblazer Camp for 5th & 6th Graders, $250
- June 24 - 30: Multimedia, Music, Art, Drama Camp, 7th to 12th Graders, $250
- July 8 - 14: Sr. High / Aqua Camp, 9th - '11 Grads, $255
- July 15 - 21: Challenge Camp, 7th & 8th Graders, $250
- July 22 - 28: Discovery Camp, 3rd & 4th Graders, $250
- Aug 3 - 5: NEW! College Camp, College Students $80
FIRST BAPTIST YOUTH...
- MAY 6TH - Youth Group at Pastor Mark's house after church until 2:00pm
- MAY 20TH - Family Mini-Golf at Paige's Crossing after church until 4:30pm
COMMUNITY VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL...
Community VBS is scheduled for Sunday, June 3rd through Thursday, June 7th from 6:00 - 8:30pm at Grace United Methodist Church, 201 W. Seventh Street in Rochester. For ages 4 through 5th grades. Also participating: First Baptist, Community Presbyterian, and Trinity United Methodist Church.
MOPS - MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS...
Mothers of Preschoolers will meet 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, May 1st, at the church. New Moms are welcome to attend! Childcare is provided. For information, Contact Cindy Bowditch at 574-870-5797.
MOTHERS AND DAUGHTERS BANQUET...
On Monday, May 14th, the Mothers and Daughters' Banquet will be held at the First Baptist Church at 6:00pm. The Fulton County Choral Group will be our evening's entertainment. Bring a covered dish with your own table service. Drinks will be provided. Mark this date on your May calendar and plan now to attend with your Daughter, family member, or as a member / friend of the church.
MARRIAGE COURSE BEING OFFERED...
Dear Friends Preparing for Marriage, or Just Newly Married:
I will be offering a Marriage Course, based on the “Saving Your Marriage Before It Starts,” resources by Les & Leslie Parrott.
The course will meet on Sunday Mornings– at 9:30 AM, during May & June. The dates are listed below. Meetings will be held at the FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH, 1000 Main St. Rochester, IN.
You are invited to join us, as you prepare for your coming marriage. Or, if you are newly married, the information may be equally helpful as you go through some of those crucial life adjustments. Also recommend this to your friends who are getting married, or newlyweds.
For questions please call me at 223-3613, or home 223-1995. Please call and let me know if you are planning to attend, or email at mspencer@rtcol.com. I need to know how many books to order.
- DATES: May 6th through June 27th.
- TIME: 9:30 - 10:15am
- PLACE: 1st Baptist Church, 1000 Main Street, Rochester, Indiana Pastors Office.
- PLEASE CALL TO RESERVE A PLACE: 574-223-3613 or 574-223-1995
- WHO IS INVITED? Newlyweds and couples planning a wedding in the near future are invited to attend, whether they are getting married at 1st Baptist Church or elsewhere.
If you have an immediate need call the First Baptist Church of Rochester at 574-223-3613.
