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Attendance & Finances

January 31, 2010
for the week of
January 25-31, 2010
  

General Budget
Budget Receipts: Week
225,995
Required Budget: Week
265,370
Over/(Under): Week
(39,375)
 
 
Budget Receipts: YTD

1,030,786

Required Budget: YTD
1,326,850
Over/(Under): YTD
 (296,064)
 

For the Joy of All Generations
FTJOAG: January 31, 2010
28,681
FTJOAG: Received to Date
24,259,806
 
 
Attendance View Report
Worship Service
4,468
SMBS
3,514
New Members to Date
213
   
Bulletin & Worship Folder Items
Week of February 7, 2010

Churchwide 
Church Calendar



Pastor's Discovery Dinner
The next Pastor's Discovery Dinner for new and prospective members is Sunday, February 14 in the Galilee Room from 5:00-7:30 P.M. Pastor David will present an overview of GABC, and you'll also be treated to a delicious catered meal. Sign up in the Bethany Suite or call 903-525-1153.
 
Souper Bowl Sunday
Each weekday more than 3,500 East Texas senior citizens rely on Meals on Wheels to deliver a healthy lunch in their neighborhood. On Sunday, February 7, we will join other churches in East Texas to receive a special offering in our morning worship services for the seniors of Meals on Wheels.
 
WEBS (Wednesday Evening Bible Study) with Pastor David Dykes
A series on the Book of Revelation currently in progress. Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. in the Worship Center.
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DON'T TOUCH THAT DIAL! ("Non-Time Change Day")
We will continue our tradition of moving our clocks forward AFTER morning worship on Sunday, March 14.
 
GABC Newsletters
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Adult Education | 903-525-3249

“The Stones Cry Out"
A 4-lesson study of archeology and the Bible, taught by Dr. Tom McCall, each Tuesday in February at 7:00 p.m. in Lighthouse 361.

Adult Impact | 903-525-1186


Community Chaplaincy Training
Minister Where You Live”Receive tools on how to minister in a variety of situations. Classes meet February 21- March 28, 5:30-7:00 p.m. in LH 350. To register or for more information contact Adult Impact Ministry office at 903-525-1186 or adultimpact@mail.gabc.org
 
Hope for 100 Friends and Mentors Fellowship
For those interested or involved in adoption or foster care. Sunday evening, February 21 , 5:30 - 7:00 p.m. in the Bethany Suite. For more information contact the Adult Impact Ministry office at 903-525-1186 or adultimpact@mail.gabc.org

 
Broadcast Ministry | 903-525-1106

 

Children | 903-525-1122
Attention Awana/Grapple Students. The 4th Annual Awana/Grapple Grand Prix is Friday, February 26 at 5:30 p.m. in the One-Ten Student Center. Cars are now available for purchase at the Check Point.
 
Don’t miss our next Mom’s Luncheon, February 18 at 11:30 a.m. on the 3rd Floor of the Lighthouse. Tickets now available on-line or at the Children’s Atrium Welcome Desk.
 
Who’s Your Hero? Kids Camp is March 10-13 for 3rd through 5th grades. Cost is $190 per child. Register now at the Children’s Atrium Welcome Desk.
 
Mother’s Day Out 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month. Register now; space is limited.To register or for more info, call Linda at 903-525-1122.
 
New Christian's Class
Taught by Lanette James, Children's Minister during 9:45 Sunday Morning Bible Study in Lighthouse Room 163, March 7-28, 2nd Grade or above, must attend with a parent. For children who have recently accepted Christ or would like more information. Call 903-525-1122.
 
EEC Five-Year-Old Kindergarten Preview
Thursday, February 18, Preschool Building Room 208, 12:15-1:00 p.m. Call Leigh Evans 903-525-1104 for more information.
 

College | 903-525-3256
Fall Bible Study, Tuesdays at 8105 Crooked Trail and 5817 Brynmar Court, Wednesdays at 8208 Crooked Trail, 7 P.M., food provided.
 
Super Bowl Party TONIGHT, February 7!
John Taff's house, a half an hour before kick-off, food and football. Information & directions in FlashPoint SMBS this morning.
 
Spring break mission trip, Galveston, Texas, March 7-13, $125, there is still work to be done.
 
Spring Retreat Sabine Ranch
February 19-21, $35, come join us for a weekend of fun and a time to get away with friends and the Lord, sign up in Flashpoint.
 
Night with Abby Tracy, come hear about what God is doing with an amazing young lady in Uganda with street children and how we can help, anyone who is interested is welcome, 7:30 -8:30 P.M., location to be announced.
 
  
Forerunners | 903-525-1165
Wednesday Morning Prayer Meeting and Bible Study, led by Dr. Darryle Dunks, meets every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. in the Galilee Room.
 
Forerunner Game Night is Thursday, February 11, at 6:00 p.m. in the FLC Game Room. Join us for fun table games like 42 and Chickenfoot!
 

GraceWorks | 903-533-1817
Nearly & Newly Wed Seminar, for couples who are engaged or married less than two years, begins Sunday morning, March 14 at 9:45 a.m. in the FLC Game Room. Register
 
Happily Even After, a success seminar for second marriages, begins Sunday morning March 14 at 9:45 a.m. in Family Life Center room 207. Register
 
Celebrate Recovery: Come join us Monday evenings at the One-Ten Student Center from 6:00-9:30 p.m. for help with your hurts, habits and hang-ups. All are welcome! Please call 903-533-1817 or email help@celebraterecoverygabc.com see full meeting schedule at: www.celebraterecoverygabc.com
 
 
Missions | 903-525-1112
Host Families needed for Chinese College exchange students for 12 day cycle between March 26-May 17. Families will provide a place to sleep, as well as some meals and activities. Students will have many planned activities as well. Call 903-525-1112 for more information!
 
Did you know? The missions ministry collects cell phones, hotel toiletries, used glasses and kid’s meal toys for use on the mission field. If you have any of these items you would like to donate, please contact the missions ministry at 903-525-1112.
 
 
Pastoral Care | 903-525-1165


 
Prayer
Call 903-5-WE-CARE (593-2273) for prayer.
 
“My House Shall Be Called A House of Prayer” Special Places for Prayer:
  • Gethsemane Prayer Room - A new special place to pray near the sanctuary, open weekdays 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
  • GABC Prayer Center, 24 hour intercessory prayer ministry, 1317 Wilma.
Call 903-525-1165 for more information.
 
 
Recreation | 903-525-1116
RETREAT CENTER UPDATE
The Dorm is currently closed for renovations through June.

Upward Soccer for Boys & Girls Grades K- 6 (must be 5 by 2/19). Early registration $65; after February19 $80. Season April 10-May 24. Deadline February 28.
 
Sand Volleyball Tournament,One-Ten Student Center, March 19 6-10 p.m. & March 20 9:00 a.m., Deadline March 15 Cost $5/person at the Family Life Center

FREE Weight Room Orientation
Learn how to use the equipment at the FLC February 6, 10:00-11:00 a.m. Register 903-525-1116.
 
Men’s Ski Trip & Bible Study Wolf Creek Colorado February 18-22. Call 903-525-1116 or stop by the FLC.
 
Ladies Group Exercise Classes, Mon-Wed-Fri 12:00-1:00 p.m., Tue-Th 5:15-6:15 p.m., $25/month or $35/month with childcare, Family Life Center.
 
Co-Ed Volleyball League
March 29-May 17; Deadline March 22. Cost: $150/TeamRecreational League Mondays, Power League Tuesdays. Register at the Family Life Center
 

Single Adults | 903-525-1123
WIRED Singles (Ages 18-34)
WIRED Young Single Adult Ministry meets in the Big Room of the Student Center each Sunday morning at 11:15 a.m. If you are single and between the age of 18 and 34 then WIRED is the place for you.
 
WIRED’s annual Super Bowl is TONIGHT, February 7. Watch the game with friends and TONS of food on the big screen!
 
Ladies Night! February 12 is our first monthly BUNKO night. Cost is $5 for dessert and coffee. Prizes will be given to the winners. More details at WIRED Mornings.
 
Sign up at WIRED mornings for our co-ed volleyball team!
    Real Life Singles (Ages 35+)
    Missions Awareness Luncheon, Sunday, February 7, 12:30 p.m., Family Life Center Gym, for James K., who is serving as a Missionary in Central Asia. Tickets $5 from the Real Life Office or Real Life Welcome Center in the AEB on Sunday Mornings.
     
    Valentines Banquet
    Saturday, February 13, 110 Student Center, 6:30 p.m., $10. “It’s a Jungle Out There!” (Safari Theme). Tickets available at the Real Life Welcome Center or in the Singles Office. Register by Sunday, Feb. 7.

    January & February Birthday Party at the home of Bryan & Stacey Grant, Thursday, February 18, 7:00 p.m. Kids welcome! Call the Singles Office for directions, 903-525-1155.
     
    Tyler’s Youth & Family Boy’s Home “Workday”, Saturday, February 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Call Jonathan Baker for details, 903-372-7784.
     
    South Campus | 903-839-7232
     
     
    Stephen Ministry | 903-525-1165

     
    Students | 903-525-1190
    FUEL Weekend survivors may be picked up at the Student Center after third service.

    MIDDLE SCHOOL
    • NO Elevate choir rehearsal OR Middle School DIG tonight due to FUEL.
    • Middle School and High School Wednesday night will be a joint FUEL share service in the Big Room from 7 – 8:30 p.m.
    HIGH SCHOOL
    • Middle School and High School Wednesday night will be a joint FUEL share service in the Big Room from 7 – 8:30 p.m.
    • NO Praise Alive choir rehearsal or High School Ministry teams due to FUEL

    Women | 903-525-1141


    Former and current GABC women are invited to “Latte for the Ladies” on Saturday Morning, 9:30-11:00 a.m. on the third floor of the Lighthouse. Visit with Chris Adams, former GABC Women’s Coordinator, and some of the earliest leaders!
     
    Travis Cottrell in Concert Saturday, February 20, as we celebrate Twenty Years of God at work in and through the lives of women at GABC! We’re calling it “Twenty on the 20th”! REGISTER
     
    Lunches Needed for CWJC Students
    Would your small group Bible study like to consider providing lunch one day for the CWJC winter students? Contact Molly at 903-592-4693 for details!
     
    Post-Abortion Bible Study: There is healing through Christ for those who have experienced abortion. “Surrendering the Secret” Bible Study begins February 2, 9:30-11:30 a.m. or February 3, 6-8:00 p.m. Phone and leave your first name and phone number with Women’s Ministry, 903-525-1141 or Grace Works, 903-533-1817. The study facilitator will contact you with details. All inquiries are confidential.


    Worship | 903-525-1114