Monday, December 12, 2011

CHRISTMAS CANTATA

Our choir will be presenting the Christmas Cantata on Sunday, December 18 in the morning service. Invite someone to attend this event with you.

CHURCH CHRISTMAS PARTY

The annual Church Christmas Party will be on Sunday, December 18 at 6 p.m. You are asked to bring a covered dish. There will be food, games, carols and the reading of the Christmas story. There will be no regular evening service, join us for this special time of celebration.

CANDLE LIGHT SERVICE

We will celebrate Christmas Eve with a candlelight service beginning at 6 p.m. Please come and bring your family and friends for this service.

CHRISTMAS SERVICE

There will be no Sunday School on Sunday, December 25. Our regular morning service will be at 10:30 a.m. and no evening service. Enjoy this evening with your family.

ANNUAL REPORTS

Thank you to those that have turned in your annual report. For those who have not, please get them in as soon as possible. Our annual meeting will be held on January 8th, 2012 and all annual reports need to be ready for this meeting. If you have questions or if you need help in preparing this report, please call the church office.

Monday, November 14, 2011

FOOD FOR THOSE IN NEED

Don’t forget to bring food items for those in our church family and community that are in need this year. There are many in our church and neighborhoods that need our help during Thanksgiving and Christmas. The deadline for bringing food items for Thanksgiving is this Monday, November 14th. You can drop off items at the office between 8am –2pm. Thank you for your support.

DEACONESS MEETING

The regular monthly meeting of the Deaconesses will meet on Monday, November 14th at 7pm. All deaconesses are encouraged to attend this important meeting.

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE

Sunday, December 3, make plans to join Alive for a night of Worship and Drama under the stars at the Amphitheater. Contact Steve and Shanon White for more details.

ANNUAL REPORTS

It is time again to begin preparing your reports for the church’s annual meeting. The chairmen of each committee should prepare a report for the past year. If you need help in preparing this report, please call the church office. All reports should be in the office by December 12 so that copies can be made for the annual meeting on January 8, 2012.

Monday, October 31, 2011

THANK YOU FROM AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS

The Annual American Heritage Yard Sale was a success! Thank you to all who donated so many nice items to this wonderful cause and to all that supported us by purchasing items at the Yard Sale.

REFORMATION DAY

Join us on Monday, October 31 at 7 pm as we participate in learning about the reformers through a presentation by Dan Cook with fellowship, light refreshments, and games. Please bring a snack or dessert to share. Everyone is encouraged to attend.

TIME CHANGE

Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday, November 6. Don’t Forget To Set Your Clocks Back One Hour Before You Go To Bed Saturday Night.

ALLIANCE MEN’S RETREAT

Mark your calendar for the 2011 Alliance Men’s Retreat taking place November 4-6 at Lake Swan Camp. All men, please “Accept The Challenge” and pick up a Registration Form in the foyer.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

Please don’t forget to be getting items for your shoe boxes. We need everyone’s help for this great ministry. We do have some empty shoe boxes in the foyer you may use. Boxes are due back to the church by November 13. Thank you for your support and participation.

FOOD FOR THOSE IN NEED

Don’t forget to bring food items for those in our church family and community that are in need this year. There are many in our church and neighborhoods that need our help during Thanksgiving and Christmas. Thank you for your support.

Monday, October 10, 2011

MISSIONS CONFERENCE

This year our Missions conference will be October 9-16. Start praying for this ministry and mark your calendars for this week long event. The Swensons are confirmed as one of our speakers. The International Dinner will be on Monday, Oct. 10th at 6:30pm. Be sure and make your favorite internationl dish and bring enough for your family and others to share. To close Mission Conference week, we will have a luncheon after morning service on Sunday, October 16. Please bring your favorite American dish on that day to honor Home Missions.

FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS

We will be walking our neighborhood to “Be Light” on Friday, October 14 at 7:30 PM through 9:30 PM. We will meet at the church and walk about one mile. Please come and show your light!

AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS

It’s nearly time for American Heritage Girls Annual Yard Sale. We are collecting donations for this. Please see Jacqui for more info. The yard sale will be on Friday, October 28 and Saturday, October 29. Thank you for your support.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD

It’s that wonderful time of year again, to start packing shoe boxes for bringing the Good News of God’s love to hurting children around the world. Please remember to work on them this month. Collection and Dedication of boxes will be November 13. Thank you for your participation.

FOOD FOR THOSE IN NEED

The Deaconess have set up a table in the church foyer for our church family to bring food for those in need. There are many in our church and surrounding communities that may need help during Thanksgiving. We are starting early so we can give everyone the opportunity to participate.

Friday, September 30, 2011

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE

Saturday, October 1st at 6:30pm at the Amphitheater. Join with Alive for a night of Worship and Drama under the stars! Want to get involved? Contact Steve or Shanon White for more details! We covet your prayers for this event!

CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

There will be a congregational meeting on Sunday, October 2 following the morning service. All members are encouraged to stay for this meeting. We will elect members from the congregation to be part of the Nominating Committee for the coming year.

Friday, September 9, 2011

DEACONESS MEETING

The regular monthly meeting of the Deaconesses will meet on Monday, September 12th at 7pm. All deaconesses are encouraged to attend this meeting.

Friday, August 19, 2011

SUNDAY SCHOOL BREAKFAST RALLY

Mark your calendars for Sunday, August 28 at 9:15 am. We are having a continental buffet breakfast highlighting our Sunday School programs. Be sure and bring a dish and join us to find out more about our new and exciting series!

AWANA BEGINS

Don’t forget that Awana begins this Wednesday, August 24 at 6:30 pm. Bring some friends and join in! Any donations of items, new or gently used, would be appreciated for the Awana Store. Examples: toys, small gift items, books, stuffed animals, school supplies, etc. Any questions, please see Susan or Katie Stanley. Thank you for your support.

ELDER MEETING

The regular monthly meeting of the Elders will be on Monday, August 22 at 7 pm. All elders are encouraged to attend this meeting.

LAKE SWAN CAMP BUFFET

Don’t forget, after worship service Sunday, Lake Swan Camp will be open for their lunch buffet until 2 pm. The buffet always includes a salad bar, main course, veggies, assorted desserts, and your choice of beverage. Please come and support Lake Swan Camp.

JERUSALEM COUNTDOWN MOVIE

Lake Swan Camp will be showing the Christian movie “Jerusalem Countdown” on the weekend of August 19-21. Show times: Fridays and Sundays 4pm and 7pm Saturdays 1pm, 4pm, and 7pm. Admission is $5.00 and concessions will be available. Come and bring your family and friends!

Friday, August 5, 2011

OUTREACH LUNCHEON

After the morning service, next Sunday, August 14, we are having a covered dish luncheon. Please come and bring your favorite dish and join in the fellowship of family and friends.

Monday, August 1, 2011

LAKE SWAN CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND

In Memory of Timothy Coleman, there is a special scholarship fund being set up here at Friendship Bible. This will enable us to send children without means to Lake Swan’s Summer Camps. Please give as God directs. We will be accepting donations year round. Thank you for your continued support.

AWANA MEETING NEXT SUNDAY

Mark your calendars that after the morning service on August 7th, there will be a short meeting for the workers and teachers of Awana. Also, anyone interested in volunteering this year for Awana is welcome to come to this meeting.

DEACONESS MEETING

The regular monthly meeting of the Deaconesses will meet on Monday, August 8 at 7 p.m. All deaconesses are encouraged to attend this meeting.

JERUSALEM COUNTDOWN MOVIE

Lake Swan Camp will be showing the Christian movie “Jerusalem Countdown” on the weekends of August 12-14 and August 19-21. Showing times: Fridays and Sundays 4pm and 7pm, Saturdays 1pm, 4pm, and 7pm. Admission is $5.00 and concessions will be available. Come and bring your family and friends!

Friday, July 15, 2011

DEACON MEETING

The regular monthly meeting of the Deacon Board will meet on Monday, July 18 at 7 p.m. All deacons are encouraged to attend this meeting.

COMING TO FRIENDSHIP

Mrs. Kate will be with us on Sunday, July 24 for the evening service. Invite your friends and neighbors to join us for this special service with “Mrs. Kate”.

GRADUATION CELEBRATION

Everyone is invited to the Graduation Celebration for Daniel R.H. Cook on Saturday, July 30, between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm in our Fellowship Hall. Please join us in honoring his high school completion. Light refreshments will be provided.

Saturday, July 9, 2011

VBS 2011 BEGINS

Vacation Bible School begins on Monday, July 11 at 6:30 p.m. The theme is “News and Reporting.” There will be crafts, games, and snacks. Come one, come all and bring your friends! For more information, please see Anne Cook

ATTENTION DEACONESS COMMITTEE

The regular monthly meeting of the Deaconess Committee will be on Monday, July 11 at 7 p.m. All members are asked to be present for this meeting.

GET ON BOARD THE “FRIEND” SHIP

We begin a kick-off for the Outreach Ministry of Friendship Bible Church next Sunday, a meal will following the morning service. Please join us at this time, bring your covered dish dinner to share together.

COMING TO FRIENDSHIP

Mrs. Kate will be with us on Sunday, July 24 for the evening service. Invite your friends and neighbors to join us for this special service with “Mrs. Kate”.

LAKE AREA MINISTRIES

In July, LAM will be collecting school supplies and cash donations for the purchase of supplies for our clients. Bring cash donations or donations of supplies like paper, pencils, pens, notebooks, backpacks, etc. to the LAM office by the first of August. We will be distributing the supplies the week of August 8. Your help in this project will be appreciated.

Saturday, June 25, 2011

ATTENTION CHRISTIAN ED COMMITTEE

There will be a meeting of the Christian Education Committee Sunday, June 26, following the morning service. All members are encouraged to attend this meeting.

FAMILY ROAD RALLY

Sunday, June 26 at 6:00 p.m. there will be a Family Road Rally in honor of Father’s Day. Everyone is invited to participate in this event.

ANNOUNCING VBS 2011

Mark your calendar for our Vacation Bible School. It will be held July 11-15 between 6:30-8:00 p.m. The theme is “News and Reporting.” There will be crafts, games, and snacks. Come one, come all and bring your friends!

PRIMARY & PRE-TEEN CAMP

Beginning Monday, July 11-15 will be Primary and Pre-Teen Camp at Lake Swan Camp. You may register for this camp on line or call Lake Swan Camp for more information.

LAKE AREA MINISTRIES

Please remember Lake Are Ministries with your continued support during the summer months. The children are out of school and the need for food items are in great demand. Paper grocery bags and baby items are also needed. You may take your items to the LAM office or bring them to the church office.

Friday, May 20, 2011

ELDER MEETING

The regular monthly meeting of the Elder Board will meet on Monday, May 23 at 7 p.m. All elders are encouraged to attend this meeting.

MEMORIAL DAY SUNDAY SERVICE

We would like to invite all members of the military, scouts, and other uniformed public service groups to wear their uniforms next Sunday, May 29, to honor those of our Armed Services, who have gone before us.

CHURCH ANNIVERSARY

We will be celebrating our 38th church anniversary on Sunday, June 5. Our guest speaker will be Dr. Paul Alford. Please join us as we celebrate this anniversary with our guests and a covered dish dinner.

MISSION SUNDAY

On June 12, we welcome guest missionaries, John and Lisa Sappia. They will be sharing some of their missionary experiences. Please be sure and join us for this special service.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

Mark your calendar for our Vacation Bible School . It will be held July 11-15 between 6:30-8:00 pm. More information to follow.

ALLIANCE WOMEN NATIONAL PROJECT

The Alliance Women will be collecting the donation cans through the month of May for their National project. All checks can be made out to Friendship Bible with “Alliance Women’s National project” in the memo line. Please help with this project as the Lord leads you.

Friday, April 29, 2011

DEACONESS MEETING

The regular meeting of the Deaconess Committee will be on Monday, May 9 at 7 PM. Please try to attend this meeting.

Monday, April 25, 2011

CAMA CRAFTS/KOSOVO LACE

CAMA Services sponsors a handcrafts business for women, most of whom are widows and low-income mothers, in the war-torn province of Kosovo, They crochet fine quality lace products, which are marketed in the US through churches and individuals. Our church is helping by making available for you to purchase these crocheted pieces. Each crocheted piece bears the name of the woman who made it. Please pray for her as you see this small reminder. Please see Kathy Burkhardt for more information.

Elder Meeting

The regular meeting of the Elder Board will be on Monday, April 25 @ 7:00 PM. Pleas try to attend this meeting.

Wedding Reception

Ryan & Jordyn Miller were married on Saturday, April 16. Your invited to celebrate at a Wedding Reception in their honor on Saturday, May 7 at Friendship Bible. Please come to the Fellowship hall between the hours of 1-3 PM to share in this occasion

Mother & Daughter Luncheon

The Alliance Women invite you to attend the Mother & Daughter Luncheon on Saturday, May 14 at 11:00 AM. Please bring lunch and/or dessert to share. We would also like you to bring small photos of Mothers & Daughters to decorate the tables. For more information see Cathy Burkhardt

Monday, April 18, 2011

DEACON MEETING

The regular meeting of the Deacon Committee will be on Monday, April 18 at 7 PM. Please try to attend this meeting.

CHOIR REHEARSAL

All choir members are to meet in the sanctuary on Saturday, April 23 at 10 a.m. for a rehearsal.

EASTER SUNDAY

There will no Sunday School on Sunday, April 24. There will be a continental breakfast at 9 a.m. for all who would like to participate. The choir will be presenting the Easter Cantata in the morning worship service. Invite your friends and family to join us for this special day as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord.

LENTEN SERVICES

Host church for April 20 will be Eliam Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome; lunch will be provided, a free will offering will be accepted for the meal.

Monday, April 11, 2011

DEACONESS MEETING

The regular meeting of the Deaconess Committee will be on Monday, April 11 at 7 PM. Please try to attend this meeting.

LENTEN SERVICES

Host church for April 13 will be Community Church. Everyone is welcome; lunch will be provided, a free will offering will be accepted for the meal.

Friday, April 1, 2011

ATTENTION ALLIANCE WOMEN

The Northeast Florida Alliance Women Rally will be held at Friendship on Saturday, April 9 at 9 a.m. All ladies are encouraged to come, bring a salad, and enjoy the day together. Our guest speaker will be Beth Drummond.

AMERICAN HERITAGE GIRLS

Donations are being accepted for a yard sale for the American Heritage Girls. The sale will be Friday and Saturday, April 15 & 16 at the recreation field. If you have any items that you would like to donate, please see Jacqui Coleman.

CHURCH LEADER CONNECT WEEKEND

All church leaders are encouraged to sign up for the Church Leader Connect Weekend scheduled for Friday, April 15-Saturday, April 16. Friendship is the host church for this weekend and will include many from the Southeastern District. Deadline to register is Wednesday, March 30.

LENTEN SERVICES

Host church for April 6 will be First Baptist Church. Everyone is welcome; lunch will be provided, a free will offering will be accepted for the meal.

Friday, March 25, 2011

LENTEN SERVICES

Host church for March 30 will be Trinity Baptist. Everyone is welcome; lunch will be provided, a free will offering will be accepted for the meal.

Thursday, March 17, 2011

ATTENTION DEACON COMMITTEE

The regular monthly meeting of the Deacon Committee will be Monday, March 21 at 7 p.m. Please try to attend this meeting.

CHRIST IN THE PASSOVER

Jesus’ Last Supper was actually a Jewish Passover. A representative of the Jews for Jesus will re-create the traditional Passover service and explain how it foreshadowed Jesus’ death and resurrection in a presentation called “Christ in the Passover” at Friendship Bible on April 3 at 10:30 a.m. Invite your friends and family to join us for this special presentation.

EASTER FESTIVAL/EGG HUNT & CRAFTS

Lake Swan Camp is sponsoring an Easter Festival on Saturday, April 2 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. There will be an egg hunt at 10 a.m. and crafts on display. See bulletin insert, for more information contact Lake Swan Camp at 352-475-2828.

LENTEN SERVICES

Host church for March 23 will Park of Palms. Everyone is welcome; lunch will be provided, a free will offering will be accepted for the meal.

Monday, March 7, 2011

AWANA TALENT NIGHT

The children in Awana will be participating in a talent night on Wednesday, March 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the church sanctuary. Everyone is invited to come and support our children in this program.

LENTEN SERVICES

Interdenominational Lenten Services begin on March 9. Host church for March 9 will St. William’s Catholic Church. A list has been posted on the bulletin board for these services. Everyone is welcome; lunch will be provided by the host church, a free will offering will be accepted for the meal.

LAKE AREA MINISTRIES

Thanks to the good work of so many folks, LAM was able to serve more clients in 2010 than any previous year. Nearly 15,000 men, women, and children were served in 2010 which was an increase of over 750 from 2009. More than 4,900 families were served and we had 329 new clients who received food for the first time in 2010. Our ability to help this record number of families could only have been possible through the continued strong volunteer support we have received and the much-needed financial support we received from local churches, civic/business organizations, and compassionate individuals. Praise God!! And thanks to All who made it possible.

Friday, February 25, 2011

MEMBERSHIP CLASS

A membership class will begin on Sunday, February 27 at 9:15 a.m. in the Pastor’s office. If you are interested in becoming a member of Friendship Bible Church, please see Pastor Coleman.

ATTENTION ELDERS

The regular monthly meeting for the Elders will be Monday, February 28 at 7 p.m. All elders are encouraged to attend this meeting.

ATTENTION LADIES

The Alliance Women Retreat is scheduled for Friday-Sunday, March 4-6 at Lake Swan Camp. Make your plans now to attend this retreat. For more information, please see Cathy Burkhardt.

AWANA TALENT NIGHT

The children in Awana will be participating in a talent night on Wednesday, March 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the church sanctuary. Everyone is invited to come and support our children in this program.

LENTEN SERVICES

Interdenominational Lenten Services begin on March 9. Host church for March 9 will St. William’s Catholic Church. A list has been posted on the bulletin board for these services. Everyone is welcome; lunch will be provided by the host church, a free will offering will be accepted for the meal.

LAKE AREA MINISTRIES

Please remember the needy of our area with your donations of pre-packaged and canned food, paper goods, baby items (diapers, food, juice, etc.). You may also help by making a monetary gift. Please make your check to FBC and note the memo for Lake Area Ministries.

Friday, February 11, 2011

ATTENTION DEACONESS COMMITTEE

The regular monthly meeting for the Deaconess Committee will be Monday, February 14 at 7 p.m. All deaconess are encouraged to attend this meeting.

Friday, February 4, 2011

ATTENTION NEEDED

The deaconess have asked that you please check the kitchen for dishes and food items that you may have left there. Items that are left in the kitchen should be properly labeled and dated. Any items without labels will be disposed of after February 13. Groups using the kitchen facilities should notify the deaconess in order to maintain supplies and cleanliness.

Monday, January 31, 2011

PLEASE NOTE

The Board of Elders has approved the use of the office space in the main building (previously FCA Office). Please be aware of this use and be considerate of the occupants. This use is for a temporary time only.

CROWN FINANCIAL MINISTRIES

Friendship Bible Church will be hosting a Crown Financial Seminar at the Champions Heart Life Center on Saturday, February 19th, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It will begin with registration at 8:00 a.m. and those participating are invited to a complimentary lunch, which will be served at noon. Registrations for the seminar can be made by calling FBC or you may register directly with Crown Ministries at Crown.org or by calling 1-800-722-1976.

ATTENTION LADIES

The Alliance Women Retreat is scheduled for Friday-Sunday, March 4-6 at Lake Swan Camp. Make your plans now to attend this retreat. For more information, please see Cathy Burkhardt.

LAKE AREA MINISTRIES

The needs of our area are constantly growing and in order to help supply these needs, Lake Area Ministries needs your help. Please continue to contribute to LAM with your donations of food, paper goods, baby needs, etc. as well as cash donations. You may bring your items to the church or drop them off at the LAM office. Cash donations should be marked for “Lake Area Ministry ”. Thank you for your donations to this ministry.

Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Leadership Retreat

If you were recently voted in to office at our Annual meeting schedule this morning retreat. If you've served before you know how important and valuable this once a year event is in casting the vision for 2011.

Leadership Retreat

If you were recently voted in to office at our Annual meeting schedule this morning retreat. If you've served before you know how important and valuable this once a year event is in casting the vision for 2011.

Richard Deal Piano Concert

This Sunday 10:30 AM Richard Deal will be gracing our morning worship service with his talented mini concert. Please remember to invite your friends to this wonderful event.

Monday, January 10, 2011

Collection for Homeless

There is a drive going on for blankets and socks for the homeless in Jax. Alive (our College, Career and Young at heart group) will be collecting and disbursing these items. Speak to Steve or Shannon White if you would like to donate.