2 Pastor`s Pen, 3 Christmas Extravaganza, 4 Church

Vol. 59, No. 4 Winter 2012
Dr. Herb Reavis, Jr. – Senior Pastor
www.NJBC.org
2 Pastor’s Pen, 3 Christmas Extravaganza, 4 Church-wide Events, 5 Churchwide Adult Bible Studies,
5 Married Adults, 6 Ladies, 6 Men, 7 Students, 8 Preschool & Children, 8 Music, 9 Singles,
9 Primetime, 10 TV & Media, 10 Staff Anniversaries, 11 Administration, 12 Calendar
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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Christmas truly is the most wonderful time of the year. Ralph
W. Sockman, a nineteenth-century Methodist Pastor, said,
“The hinge of history is on the door of a Bethlehem stable,”
John 1:14 proclaims, “And the Word became flesh and dwelt
among us, and we beheld His glory, the glory as of the only
begotten of the Father, full of grace and truth.”
Here are some things you probably did not know about
Christmas:
• In Spain, Christmas gifts are not exchanged until January
6 – for a very good reason. That is the date commemorating
the visit of the Magi, who were the first to offer Christmas
gifts-gold, frankincense, and myrrh. On that night,
children set their shoes outside on the doorstep, filling
them with straw for the camels. They believe the wise men
will use the straw to feed their camels and in return fill the
shoes with gifts and candy.
• The custom of sending Christmas cards began in 1943
when a wealthy Englishman, Sir Henry Cole, ran out of
time to write personal letters to his friends at Christmas.
He commissioned an artist, John Calcott Horsley, to design
a card instead. Horsley drew a picture of a group of merrywishers raising their glasses in toast. Underneath were the
words, “A Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to You.”
The card created much controversy, as critics complained it
encouraged holiday drinking. But the custom of sending cards
at Christmas caught on nonetheless.
• The Poinsettia is a Christmas tradition harkening from
Mexico. According to legend, a boy name Pablo was headed
to his village church to see its nativity scene. Realizing he
had not a gift for the Christ child, he hurriedly gathered
some branches and weeds from the roadside. When he laid
them before the manger, the other children laughed at him.
But suddenly there appeared on each branch the brilliant,
star-shaped flower for the Poinsettia.
• Candy canes were reportedly developed by a Christian candy
maker in Indiana who built the story of Christmas into each
piece. The hardness of the candy represents the solid rock of
the Christian faith. The white represents the sinlessness of
Christ, and the red stripes symbolized the bloody wounds
caused by his flogging. The shape of the candy is that of a
shepherd’s staff, representing Christ as our Good Shepherd.
Turned upside down, it forms the letter “J” for Jesus.
The main thing you need to know is that “For God so loved
the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever
believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting
life.” John 3:16 is the Christmas story in a nutshell. Share
the true message of Christmas every chance you get. Pray
that your friends and family receive Christ into their heart
and soul. Pray that their heart becomes a manger.
You are loved,
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Bro. Herb
Saturday, December 24 at 6:30 pm with observance of the Lord’s Supper
Come enjoy special Christmas music from
the entire NJBC Music Ministry at 6:00 pm
Make this a part of your family tradition!
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Church-wide Events
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Preview Meeting: Sunday, December 18, 2011 • 5:00 pm
Class Starts: Sunday, January 29, 2012 • 4:00 pm
Call the church office at ext. 311 for details
INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS OFFERING
Sunday, December 18
Our offering will be supporting Lottie Moon & Ecuador Missions
“Go ye into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.” Mark 16:15
with Evangelist Rick Coram • Sunday, January 8
Be a part of this exciting day as we kick off the new year!
A love offering will be taken
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Church-wide Adult Bible Studies
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A five week study course for preparing and presenting Bible
study lessons.This course is for everyone from the beginner
to the veteran Bible instructor.
Sundays • 4:30 pm
January 8 – 15 – 22 – 29, February 5
Room A226 – Second Floor – ‘A’ Wing
A five week discipleship class to explore and learn Biblical doctrines
and subjects. These spring lessons will cover new subjects not
studied in the fall sessions. Everyone is invited to attend!
Sundays • 4:30 pm
February 19 & 26
March 4 – 11 – 18
Room A226 – Second Floor – ‘A’ Wing
Married Adults
SAVE THE DATE!
Sunday, January 15
following the evening worship service
in the Fellowship Hall
Dinner Seating Request forms are available at the
Married Adult Welcome Center on the second floor
and should be turned in as soon as possible.
October 2-5, 2012
Married Adult Trip
God’s Majestic
Creation Tour
Niagara Falls, Canada
Information meeting
coming soon!
Community Ministries
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Spring Session
Begins Wednesday,
February 1, 2012
Begins Wednesday,
February 1, 2012
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Weekly Sessions
Tuesdays • 7:00 pm
Call ext. 334 for more details. Pick
up brochures at Celebrate Recovery
Table or Singles Welcome Desk.
NJBC BLOOD DRIVE
Wednesday, January 18
and Wednesday, March 14
4:30 – 8:30 pm
Make an appointment to donate by going to
www.igiveblood.com or call 888-998-2243.
Mens and Ladies Ministries
Our Men's Ministry is sponsoring a kettle
this year at WalMart at River City Marketplace. Check the sign up sheets in the foyer
for available dates to help share the love of
Jesus and ring the bell. If you have already
signed up, remember your date and time.
Thank you for volunteering to help those
in need. Go by and support our folks!
Men’s Prayer Breakfast
Now Meeting Quarterly!
Next Meeting Date is
Saturday, February 4
8:00 am • Fellowship Hall
Extreme Couponing Workshop
Saturday, February 18
10:00 am NJBC Fellowship Hall
Led by: Jenny Martin, SouthernSavers.com blogger
Question & Answer Session in the afternoon
Doors open at 8:30 AM • Cost: $10 per person at the door
Third Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm
Coffee Kiosk area
For additional information contact Brenda Otto at 751-0736
Ladies Bible Studies
Watch for information
on upcoming Bible studies!
Student Ministries
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kicks back off
Sunday, January 8 • 5:00 pm
No Student Choir December 18, 25 or January 1
Special Christmas Rehearsals
Tuesday, December 6 • 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 11 • 4:00 pm
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Preschool and Children Ministry
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5th & 6th Grade • January 20-21, 2012 • FBC Retreat Center • Hilliard
Bible Studies, personal Growth Sessions, Games, S’mores and More!
Deadline to sign up is Sunday, December 4.
Music Ministries
See Page 3 for details
OPEN HOUSE
Tuesday, January 10 • 7:00 pm
in the Choir Room
Come check us out. If you play
an instrument or love to sing
we invite you to join us.
Light refreshments will be served.
Special Christmas
Rehearsals:
NEW YEAR
KICKOFF
Wednesday,
January 4, 2012
7:00 pm
We will begin working
on the Spring Musical
Singing Dates:
January 22 & February 19
MARK THE DATES!
June 11-15
Impact Jax
Sunday, December 4 • 4:00 pm
Tuesday, December 6 • 7:00 pm
Sunday, December 11 • 4:00 pm
Christmas Extravaganza:
Sunday, December 11 • 6:00 pm
All children (Preschool & Children)
wear your Christmas best!
Childrens Choirs will not meet
December 21 & 28
Singles Ministry
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Singles
Christmas Retreat
Saturday, December 17
arrival by 8:30AM for
prompt departure at 9:00AM
MISSION TRIP INTEREST MEETING
Sunday, January 15, 2012 • 7:15 pm • College Room A213
Beginning in January 2012
Watch Worship Bulletin for date
Sessions are designed for you to join the group at
any time. More details at www.singleandparenting.org
Prime Time Seniors Ministry
SINGERS
REHEARSALS:
December 5
RETREAT & KICKOFF • February 20
February 27
Special Christmas Rehearsals
MEETING & LUNCH
Monday, December 12
Monday, January 9
Monday, February 13
Tuesday, Dec 6 • 7:00 pm and
Sunday, December 11 • 4:00 pm
PRIMETIME SBS (Spring Bible Study)
is moving! April 22-25 Watch for details.
Outreach Ministry
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We have some exciting ways for you to share the Gospel with your friends and family!
Are you taking
full advantage
of these
opportunities?
•WEBSITE:
Of course our church website www.njbc.org is a great resource
that includes:
• Video of one of our latest worship services
•Audio archive of our latest sermon series
•Podcasts are available of all three sermons each week
• A mobile version of our website for your smartphone
•LIVE STREAMING:
Our Sunday morning, Sunday evening and Wednesday
worship services are can be viewed live on your computer
or smartphone. Simply access the website and click on the
Live Stream icon on the homepage. Make sure you have the
latest version of your media player.
•SOCIAL MEDIA:
We have launched an exciting new chapter in our TV Ministry
through Comcast Cable Network:
•Reach Out can be seen on Comcast Channel 7,
Sunday through Wednesday night at 10:30 pm
•Comcast Video on Demand – Channel 888 –
Searchlight’s Faith & Fellowship Category
•30 sec. commercial running throughout the month that
interactively link to our Video On Demand content
You can follow us on Facebook as well as Twitter. Click on the
icons that are displayed on the bottom of our website homepage.
•RADIO MINISTRY:
Our messages are broadcast on two local radio stations:
• WROS 1050AM – Monday through Friday at 5:00 pm
•WAYR 550AM – Sunday at 10:00 am
•TELEVISION MINISTRY:
These are some incredible new ways that we continue to reach our community with
the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Please keep these ministries in your prayers
as well as spread the word to your family and friends.
Staff Anniversaries
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Bob Calhoun
Assistant Pastor Singles
19 years
Andy Jackson
Assistant Pastor Students
8 years
Josh Reavis
Assistant Pastor
Pastoral Ministries
6 years
Administration and General Church Info
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Baptism Schedule
Dec 4th (Sunday)
Dec 7th (Wed)
Dec 11th (Sunday)
Dec 14th (Wed)
Dec 18th (Sunday)
Dec 21st (Wed)
Dec 25th (Sunday)
Dec 28th (Wed)
Jan 1st (Sunday)
Jan 4th (Wed.)
Jan 8th (Sunday)
Jan 11th (Wed.)
Jan 15th (Sunday)
Jan 18th (Wed.)
Jan 22nd (Sunday)
Jan 25th (Wed.)
Jan 29th (Sunday)
Feb 1st (Wed.)
Feb 5th (Sun.)
Feb 8th (Wed.)
Feb 12th (Sun.)
Feb 15th (Wed.)
Feb 19th (Sun.)
Feb 22nd (Wed.)
Feb 26th (Sun.)
Feb 29th (Wed.)
Bob & Pearl Page
Bill & Gussie Jones
Don & Karen Schoenfeld
Levon & Lisa Avant
Joe & Nancy Chapman
Marvin & Paulette Hodges
Harry & Karen Potter
Devin & Tiffany Reed
Dennis & Robin Thomas
Chad & Annalisa Starling
Alan & Patty Keith
Kyle & Melissa Stevens
NO PM SERVICE
Pete & Zada Morris
Shannon & Alyse Kelley
NO PM SERVICE
Gary & Beth Harrison
Jerry & Marilyn Carroll
Miles & Nancy Bowers
Jason & Kate Hale
Arvel & Peggy McGartlin
Rance & Mindy Kincade
Jim & Renee Swanda
Bryan & Dani Walker
Robby & Kim Shumate
George & Bonnie Schaich
Dave & Ruby Rainey
Joe & Cindy Byous
Glynn & Hilda Thrift
Luther & Debbie Pierce
Paul & Joan Lyle
Rick & Karen Hurst
Byron & Jayne Thompson
Todd & Cammie Nelson
Glenn & Betty Cooksey
Shane & Jill Evans
John & Julie Waldron
Robby & Kim Shumate
Bob & Pearl Page
Bill & Gussie Jones
Don & Karen Schoenfeld
Levon & Lisa Avant
Joe & Nancy Chapman
Marvin & Paulette Hodges
Harry & Karen Potter
Devin & Tiffany Reed
Dennis & Robin Thomas
Chad & Annalisa Starling
Gary & Beth Harrison
Jerry & Marilyn Carroll
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Deacon’s Meeting: Sunday, January 29 • 4:00 pm, Room A107
Decision Counselors
December & February
Victor Burt
Gary & Beth Harrison
Joanne Mastronicola
Ellen Page
Devin & Tiffany Reed
Byron & Jayne Thompson
Cathy Calhoun
Dee Harrold
Richard Moyers
David & Ruby Rainey
Jim Swanda
Decision Counselors January
Victor Burt
Rick Hurst
Gayla Jones
Brad & Kelley Knuth
Glenda Marcott
Richard Moyers
George Schaich
Don & Karen Schoenfeld
Our Christian Sympathy to
The Family of Edna Page in her homegoing
The Family of Gene Mikell in his homegoing
The Family of Harold Miller in his homegoing
The Family of Doris Ezzell in her homegoing
The Family of Johnie Higginbotham in his homegoing
The Family of Flora Crews in her homegoing
Tracye Jennings & Bryan Edwards and families
in the homegoing of their grandfather
Marvin Hodges and family in the homegoing of his brother
Jack Molina and family in the homegoing of his father
Linda Withrow and family in the homegoing of her mother
Vickie Ross and family in the homegoing of her son
Barbara McCain and family in the homegoing of her son
Tom & Betty Annis and family in the homegoing of their son
Jaime Wilson and family in the homegoing of her husband
Lisa Schreiber and family in the homegoing of her brother
Carl Kinchen and family in the homegoing of his mother
David Sharpe and family in the homegoing of his sister
Tim Sweetz and family in the homegoing of his grandmother
Scott Fuller and family in the homegoing of his grandfather
Words of Appreciation from
Tom & Betty Annis
Josh, Sarah & Shepherd Reavis
Mike & Candy Pankhurst
The Family of Harold Miller
The Family of Edna Page
Church Office Hours
and Phone Numbers
Monday-Friday:
9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Church Telephone Directory: (904) 757-3000
Church-Wide News: ext 501
Wednesday Dinner Menu: ext 508
Staff Contact Information
PASTOR’S
OFFICE
FAMILY
MINISTRIES
ADMINISTRATION
MUSIC
SENIOR ADULTS
SINGLE ADULTS
FACILITIES
BOOKSTORE
MEDIA
STUDENTS
CHILDREN
PRESCHOOL
LADIES
MINISTRY
CD MINISTRY
Ext. 309
Dr. Herb Reavis, Jr.
Rev. Josh Reavis
Penny Bryan
Ext. 330
Rev. Buddy Francis
Barbara Nessler
Ext. 314
Rev. Chris Coram
Wanda Guthrie
Ext. 322
Rev. Tim Rigdon
Debbie Pierce
Ext. 330
Info Line : ext 506
Rev. David Whipple
Barbara Nessler
Ext. 334
Info Line: 505
Rev. Bob Calhoun
Sadie Burt
Ext. 315
Joe Byous
Ext. 316
Ext. 328
Frank Douglas
Ext. 320
Info Line: ext 504
Rev. Andy Jackson
Cammie Nelson
Ext. 337
Info Line: ext 503
Kelley Pekarek
Debbie Tackett
Ext. 329
Info Line: ext 502
Myra Campbell
Debbie Tackett
Ext 309
Lisa Reavis
Penny Bryan
Ext. 316
Church Bookstore Hours
Closed Mondays
Tuesday - Friday:
Wednesday:
12:30 – 4:00 pm
6:00 – 6:45 pm
8:00 – 8:30 pm
WEEKLY CHURCH CALENDAR
Sundays
Church
Office
Closed
Friday, December 23
Monday, December 26
Friday, December 30
Monday, January 2
9:30 am
10:45 am
4:45 pm
5:00 pm
6:00 pm
Bible Study all ages
Morning Worship
Children’s Worship 1st-2nd grade
Life Groups (when in session)
Mission Friends (Ages 2-5)
Evening Worship
9:30 am
5:15 pm
6:00 pm
Visitation (childcare provided)
Visitation Supper
(Boxed meal available: $2 per person)
Operation Blessing Outreach
(childcare provided)
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Tuesdays (continued)
7:00 pm Celebrate Recovery
7:00 pm Choir & Orchestra Rehearsal
(childcare provided)
Wednesdays
5:15
6:30
6:45
7:00
pm Family Dinner, ($5.00/person,
max $15.00 per immediate family)
pm Kids for the Kingdom (Preschool-6th)
pm Student Worship
pm Kids for the Kingdom Choir
Midweek Worship
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North Jacksonville Baptist Church
8531 N. Main Street
Jacksonville, FL 32218
North Jacksonville Baptist Church (USPS# 628860) Published Quarterly in
the interest of the Lord’s work by North Jacksonville Baptist Church, 8531 N.
Main Street, Jacksonville, FL 32218. Telephone: 757-3000. Periodicals
Postage paid at Jacksonville, Florida.
POSTMASTER: Send address changes to North Jacksonville Baptist Church
8531 N. Main Street, Jacksonville, FL 32218.
Sunday, December 11
Christmas Extravaganza
Saturday, December 24
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Sunday, January 8
One Day Revival with Evangelist Rick Coram
Sunday, January 29
Deacon’s Meeting