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February 28, 2010
for the week of
February 22 -28, 2010
  
General Budget
Budget Receipts: Week
228,688
Required Budget: Week
265,370
Over/(Under): Week
(36,682)
 
 
Budget Receipts: YTD

2,157,027
Required Budget: YTD
2,388,330
Over/(Under): YTD
 (231,303)
 

For the Joy of All Generations
FTJOAG: February 28    , 2010
25,368
FTJOAG: Received to Date
24,386,609
 
 
Attendance View Report
Worship Service
4,232
SMBS
3,433
New Members to Date
268
   
Bulletin & Worship Folder Items
Week of March 7, 2010

Churchwide 
Church Calendar



Don’t Touch That Dial!
NEXT SUNDAY, March 14, GABC celebrates its annual “Don’t Touch That Dial” Non-Time Change Sunday. While the rest of the nation is sets its clocks ahead an hour on Saturday night, we are NOT changing our time until AFTER Morning Worship. Get that extra hour of sleep and join us for SMBS and Worship Sunday morning, March 14. Remember, “DON’T TOUCH THAT DIAL!”
 
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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Adult Education | 903-525-3249

Exploring GABC, the 5-week seminar for GABC Newcomers & New Members, begins Again Sunday, March 21, at 11:15 a.m. in the Mary Room of the Bethany Suite. “Everything you ever wanted to know about Green Acres!”

Adult Impact | 903-525-1186


 
Broadcast Ministry | 903-525-1106
 

Children | 903-525-1122
Moms Gone AWOL
March 19-20. A Weekend of Leisure for Moms of children Birth-5 Grade.Hampton Inn and Suites in Frisco. Cost: $25 plus the cost of room. Get a group of friends together and get away for one night!!! Call 903-525-1122 for more information.
 
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.
 
VBS 2010 “Hero Headquarters”
June 7-10 from 8:30-11:45 a.m. Five years old (by 9/1/10) through completed 5th grade. Pre-Registration begins online on March 15. Brochures will be available on April 4. For additional information, call 903-525-1122.
 
Part-Time Older Preschool Coordinator Position available in the Children’s Ministry, 20-25 hours per week. For more information contact martha@mail.gabc.org.
 

College | 903-525-3256
Evening Bible Study
Tuesdays at 8105 Crooked Trail and 5817 Brynmar Court, Wednesdays at 8208 Crooked Trail, 7:00 p.m., food provided.
 
Late Night Thursdays, indoor soccer, 9-11 p.m., every Thursday night, FLC.
 
Chick Chat, every Sunday night, McAlister’s, 7:00 p.m., a time for girls to get together and talk.
 
Guy’s night, every Sunday night, Whataburger by Chilis, 7:00 p.m., a time for the guys to get together and hang out.
 
  
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 this Thursday, March 11, at 6:00 p.m. in the FLC Game Room. 903-525-1165.
 

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
 
Come join Celebrate Recovery tomorrow evening at the One-Ten Student Center, 6:00-9:30 p.m. Bestselling author Shannon Ethridge will be speaking about, “The Fine Line; Maintaining healthy emotional and sexual boundaries in our relationships.” 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
If you enjoying playing sports on a competitive level, or love to share about God’s love, stop by the Sports Reach booth in the foyer. We have softball and basketball teams that go into local prisons to play and share. Questions? Call 903-593-8857.
 
Help us support our GABC missionaries! Join a Mission Support Team and connect with missionaries from GABC through prayer, encouragement, and mission support. Contact Jason at 903-525-1111 for more information.
 
 
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.

Sand Volleyball Tournament
One-Ten Student Center, March 19, 6:00-10:00 p.m. & March 20 9:00 a.m., Deadline March 15 Cost $5/person at the Family Life Center
 
ROC ‘n Throw IV Disc Golf Tournament
March 27 10:00 a.m. at the ROC. Cost $15. Register at event. Play a minimum of 2 rounds, 3 divisions. Contact the Family Life Center at 903-525-1116
 
ROC ‘n Throw IV Disc Golf Tournament
March 27 10:00 a.m. at the ROC. Cost $15. Register at event. Play a minimum of 2 rounds, 3 divisions. Contact the Family Life Center 903-525-1116.
 
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. Visit us today and connect with other young adults!
 
Weekly Bible studies and SYNC discipleship groups are meeting each week. If you would like more information about these groups contact the singles office for more information.
 
Ladies Bible Study, “Anointed, Transformed, and Redeemed,” begins March 17 at Missy Higgins home. For more information and to sign check out the Connect table at WIRED Mornings or contact the office.
 
The Amazing Race is coming to WIRED Singles March 27.
    Real Life Singles (Ages 35+)
    Easter Egg Hunt for Single Parents & Their Kids
    Saturday, March 27, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Garden Estates, 2055 Grande Blvd.
     
    Vision Bible Study
    Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., AEB 103. Our own Tresa Todd will be teaching the lesson, “The Sky is Falling, The Sky is Falling…, What To Do When Our Fears and Faith Collide!”

    Reality Bible Study
    Sundays, 5:30 p.m., AEB 103. Join us tonight as Gary Lesniewski, General Manager of KVNE Radio, continues his series on Joseph.
     
    "Why You Do The Things You Do; The Secret to Healthy Relationships"
    Bible Study led by Lynda Mitchell, Sundays at 4:00 p.m., AEB 203. A four week course starting March 21. Books available in the GABC Bookstore.
     
    L.E.A.D. Men’s Bible Study
    Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m., Singles Office for directions, 903-525-1123 or www.reallifesingles.org.
     
    Ladies Road Trip to “Women of Faith” Conference
    April 23-24, Shreveport. Registration forms available at Real Life Welcome Center or Singles Office. $35 deposit to hold your spot! Questions – Denise Eskridge: 903-533-8278.
     
    Lunch Crunch
    Thursday, March 25, in the Atrium of the Lighthouse, 12:00 p.m., Bring your own lunch (we’ll provide drinks). We’ll have a brief devotional from Kelvin DeShazo.
     
    South Campus | 903-839-7232

     
    Stephen Ministry | 903-525-1165

     
    Students | 903-525-1190
    Elevate choir tour March 5-8. No rehearsal tonight or Sunday, March 14.
     
    NO Praise Alive rehearsal tonight. Praise Alive resumes Sunday, March 14, 5-6:30 p.m. in the choir room.

    NO Middle School DIG and High School Ministry teams Sunday, March 7 & 14 or Middle School and High School Wednesday night March 10 due to Spring Break.
     

    Women | 903-525-1141

    New Wednesday Evening Bible Study
    Discerning the Voice of God, by Priscilla Shirer begins Wednesday evening, March 17, 6:00 p.m. in the Mary Room of the Bethany Suite. You’ll be out in time to pick up children from choir or to make it to Adult Choir Rehearsal! Books are available in the bookstore. Call 903-525-1141 to register.
     
    Tuesday Morning Bible Studies will not meet during spring break on Tuesday Morning, March 8! They resume, Tuesday, March 16
     
    Plan to be a part of a special Palm Sunday worship experience for women in the Bethany Suite, Sunday evening, March 28, at 6:00 p.m.. A wonderful way to prepare for Easter Sunday!


    Worship | 903-525-1114
    Guitar Masters will be offering 2 classes in the spring: Beginning Guitar 101 and Intermediate Guitar 201. Deadline to sign-up is March 18. Classes begin on March 22! Cost: $149. Go to www.guitarmasters.net/gabc to register or for more details call Carol at 903-258-3902!