A Servant and a FriendJesus has an incredible way of elevating people. In John 15:15, He told His disciples: “No longer do I call you servants, for the servant does not know what his master is doing; for I have called you friends, for all that I have heard from My Father I have made known to you.” Jesus is still calling us to the dutifulness of a servant and the intimacy of a friend. In our superficial world, we tend to call any acquaintance “a friend.” I am grateful to be on a team which requires true servant-friends to work together in ministry.

C.S. Lewis wrote: “Romantic lovers characteristically look into each other’s eyes, while friends stand side-by-side and look at something that is important to both of them.” I am grateful to have worked these last 20 years with a true servant of the Master and a loyal friend who has stood beside me, as well as covered my back – Pastor Jimmy Hill. Furthering Christ’s kingdom has been our focus.

Jimmy has felt led to retire, having served in various capacities on our church staff for 20 years. This is his last weekend in his official capacity as Pastor of Single Adults and Single Parents. With hard work and compassion, he has provided biblical help for the hurting. Jimmy is a humble man of godly character.

Jimmy first came to us to take care of our accounting and finances, then quickly discovered that we had technology and information system needs. He moved us down the road to a place where we could add more staff, administer the gifts of God’s people in a more effective way, provide medical benefits for our staff, and be updated in an increasingly technological world. Jimmy also pioneered our work with Single Parents, Benevolence Ministry, Disaster Relief, Car Care, financial planning and management. He has freed all of the pastors and me as Senior Pastor to concentrate on our giftedness and callings.

I trust that you will come to the reception this weekend, send an email or drop a note of appreciation to the Hills. They “are servants of the Most High God, who proclaim to you the way of salvation” (Acts 16:17). In 2010, I preached a message entitled, “Get’er Done.” I pray that we will all be willing to do whatever God tells us, remembering that it is the handy tool that gets used the most. We love you, Jimmy and Deborah, and are grateful that you will still be in our church and serving as health and the Lord’s leadership allow. Like C.S. Lewis’ analogy, let’s keep looking to the Lord and His direction for new staff. That’s really important!

Churchwide Dr. Hayes Wicker, Senior Pastor

There is a guest reception in the Commons following the Saturday night and Sunday morning 11:00am worship services. Pastor would love to meet you!

Guest Reception Ministries

“Absent from the Body, Present with the Lord”Karen Kenny went to be with Jesus on April 15. We are praying for and express our sympathy to her family.Dr. Paul Oskar, Jr. went to Heaven on April 5. We are praying for and express our sympathy to his wife, Bonita, and the rest of the family.

Back to Basics: Quilting & SewingMonday, April 28 at 6:30pm in Room WC117

All levels of ability are welcome. You can work on a group project, or on a project of your own. For more information, contact Pam at pcole@fbcn.org or 272-5583.

Missions MinistryFlorida Disaster Relief

Regional Training Event Next Saturday, May 3Join our local team as we prepare to be ready to respond in case of a disaster. Training will be in Pompano Beach. We will leave the church at 6:00am and should return by 5:30pm. Cost is $30 for first time training and $15 for returning volunteers. Lunch is included. For more information or to sign-up, call Vada at 596-8600 x268.

Promise Keepers in Jacksonville, FLFriday, May 16 - Sunday, May 18

Cost is $150 plus the cost of three meals. Contact Terry at 572-3316 for details.

Women’s Ministry

Student Ministry

Middle School Summer Camp June 23-27 at Stetson University

Choose between recreation camp and missions camp. The cost is $299 and a $60 deposit reserves your place. This camp is for those who have completed 6th or 7th grade at the end of the school year. Students who have completed 8th grade will go to high school camp. Contact Carla or Josh at 449-4480 with any questions. Go to fbcn.org and follow the links to register, or turn in your deposit to the student ministry office.

Repurposed, Reclaimed, RedeemedAn Evening for Moms and Daughters

Friday, May 9 - 7:00-9:30pm in the Chapel/Commons$10 per family (for ages 13 and older). Tickets can be purchased at the Women’s Ministry office, Lighthouse Bookstore, and the Student Center Cafe. Hear a powerful testimony of redemption with Susan Burlison. Please bring a glass vase, jar, or bottle. For details, call 596-8600 x240.

Marriage Study Begins Next Saturday

Jim Hill Retirement ReceptionThis Saturday, April 26 (after Worship Service)

Join us in the Commons following the worship service on Saturday night, April 26, as we have a retirement reception for our Director of Single Adult Ministries, Jim Hill. Jim has served with FBCN for 20 years, starting in our accounting department. Please come by this Saturday and wish him well in his retirement. He will be greatly missed by FBCN.

Five Attitudes ThatMake or Break Any Marriage

Every Saturday in May at 7:30pm in the ChapelSteve & Kim Hayes will teach this relationship seminar that will enrich any existing marriage and help prepare single adults for future marriage.

The five attitudes are:• acceptance• humility• service• respect

• forgivenessWhether you have a healthy marriage, a struggling marriage, or want to prepare for marriage, this class is for everyone.

Surrendering the Secret(Healing and Restoration from a Past Abortion)

Begins in MayThis study is designed to bring women together who understand the need for seeking peace with the past in a supportive and confidential environment. It will also help to bring a sense of hope and purpose for the future. The next class begins in May. For confidential information, dates, and location, please call 596-8600 x284 or email STS@fbcn.org.

Graduation 2014 PublicationWeekend of May 17 & 18

We will feature our high school graduates in a special “Graduation 2014” publication that will be distributed in all of the worship services the weekend of May 17 & 18. Graduates may submit the following information along with a photo to be included in the publication: Graduate’s name, name of school student is graduating from, favorite scripture verse reference. All information must be submitted electronically to jjones@fbcn.org by Saturday, May 10.

Discovering First Baptist Church NaplesThursday, May 15 at 6:30pm in Room DC121

Led by Pastor Hayes Wicker, this dinner seminar is for those who are new to FBCN, want to become a member of this church family, or would like more details about our church ministries. Please RSVP at 596-8600 x679. Childcare must be reserved separately by calling 596-8600 x360.

Upcoming Summer Events• Sunday, May 25 we will return to our Summer Sunday Schedule of one

Worship Service (at 9:30am) and two Bible & Life Group hours (8:15am and 11:00am). Our Saturday night worship service will remain the same.

• Wednesday, May 28 there will be no Wednesday night ministries meeting.• Wednesday, June 4 we begin our men and women’s combined summer

study at 6:30pm in the Worship Center. Make plans to join us for this great study.

Part-Time Help WantedLighthouse Cafe

We have two positions available for Wednesday night, Saturday night, and Sunday morning. If you have a servant’s heart and enjoy working with others, call Bob at 596-8600 x237.

Children’s MinistryFirst Steps Class

Begins Saturday, May 3 at 7:30pmThis is for children in 1st through 4th grade who would like to be baptized. Please contact the Children’s Ministry office at 596-8600 x350 to register your child and pick-up his/her workbook.

Vacation Bible School Needs VolunteersJune 9-13 from 9:00am-12:15pm

Invest in the next generation and become a special agent at Agency D3 to help children Discover, Decide, and Defend faith in Jesus Christ. To volunteer, or for more details, stop by our table in the Commons (near the stairs) this weekend.

Would you like to be part of helping create the decorations for VBS? We have a group of ladies that is meeting and working diligently on decoration preparation, but could use some more help. Please contact Nancy at 596-8600 x350.

High School CampEarly Bird Deadline - Only $199 through May 1

Choose your own mission adventure at Clearwater Christian Camp, July 27-31. All current 8th grade through 12th grade students are eligible to attend. You can sign-up immediately at hsmfbcn.com or return a registration envelope to the Student Ministry Office with your deposit of $50. For more details, call 449-4480 or email jjones@fbcn.org.

Junior/Senior GetawayThursday, June 5 & Friday, June 6

Late night fun Thursday night with dinner at Ruth’s Chris Steak House. Friday morning and afternoon we will be at the lake at Camp Gilead. Friday evening we will serve at Give Kids the World. For more information, call 449-4480. Limited spots available. Total price is $125.

First Baptist Church Naples3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Church Receptionist ..................................................................597-6057Enter ext. # for direct connection ...............................................596-8600Lighthouse Bookstore ................................................................449-4488First Baptist Academy Naples ...................................................597-223324-Hour Prayer Line .....................................................597-PRAY (7729)Church Email ..................................................................FBCN@fbcn.org

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Weekly Schedule

Last Weekend

April 30 (4:45-6:00pm in theFellowship Recreation Gym)

Roasted Turkey, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Vegetable, Salad, Dessert

TicketsmaybepurchasedattheLighthouseCafeoratthedoorfor$6eachor$25fora

family.Alternatechoicesavailable.

This Upcoming Week

2013-2014 Operating RevenuesJuly 1, 2013 - April 20, 2014

Budget Actual Variance $6,339,150 $6,332,029 ($7,121) April 19 & 20

No Bible and Life Groupslast weekend (Easter weekend).Home Groups 601Total 601

Financial Stewardship

Bible & Life Attendance

April 19 & 20Saturday Night 1,372Sunday 8:00 a.m. 519Sunday 9:30 a.m. 1,781Sunday 11:00 a.m. 1,907Total 5,579Good Friday 2,496

Decisions for Christ Worship Attendance

Bible & Life Groups of the WeekSaturday Night at 7:30pm

Nathan Phillips teaches ages 40s & 50s in theChoir Room (Behind the Worship Center)

Nathan is currently teaching on “God, Help Me Change My Attitude.”

Sunday Morning at 11:00amDave Mastrangelo teaches

Single Adults ages 18-29 in Room DC115(1st floor of the Discipleship Center)

Dave’s class is currently going through a study on “The Book of Job.”

Profession of FaithRosemarie Frisa

See what God is doing!Debt balance as of April 20

$2,004,131

Saturday, April 265:00 p.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus6:00 p.m. Worship Service: Worship Center6:00 p.m. Spanish Worship Service: Modular 17:30 p.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on CampusSunday, April 278:15 a.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus9:00 a.m. Haitian Bible Study & Worship: ED2079:00 a.m. Vietnamese Worship & Bible Study: DC2219:30 a.m. Worship Service: Worship Center9:30 a.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus10:00 a.m. Romanian Bible Study & Worship: Modulars 3 & 411:00 a.m. Worship Service: Worship Center11:00 a.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus12:30 p.m. Spanish Worship Service: Student Center6:00 p.m. Romanian Worship Service: Modular 4Tuesday, April 299:00 a.m. EnricHer Women’s Ministry: Various Rooms on CampusWednesday, April 304:45 p.m. Family Meal: Fellowship Recreation-Gym6:20 p.m. AWANA for Kids: Education Building6:25 p.m. Band of Brothers Men’s Ministry: Chapel6:30 p.m. EnricHer Women’s Ministry: Various Rooms on Campus6:30 p.m. High School Ministry: Student Center6:30 p.m. Middle School Ministry: Family Life Center-Gym6:30 p.m. Worship Choir Rehearsal: Choir Room

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First Time GuestsWelcome to First Baptist Church Naples

We are glad that you came to worship with us. Our worship services are intended to give praise to God and reveal how Jesus gives hope for all who call on His name. We hope that you feel at home here! Greeters at the doors can help with any immediate needs/questions that you may have. Volunteers at the Information Desk in the Commons are there to assist you in finding the perfect Bible & Life Group. Thank you for joining us today! For more detailed information about our church and ministries, please call Lou at 596-8600 x258.

Senior Adult MinistryAnna’s Tea

Monday, April 28 at 1:30pm in Room WC117A ministry of the deacons’ wives to the widows of our congregation. Join us for fellowship and encouragement from God’s Word. Please sign-up in the Fellowship Hallway, Commons Information Desk, or call Vada at 596-8600 x268.

Legacy Builders Trip to Botantical GardensThursday, May 8 at 9:30am

Inspired by nature and built from nearly half-a-million Lego bricks, this exhibit consists of larger-than-life sculptures. Cost is $15 with lunch at Olive Garden on your own. For information, call Vada at 596-8600 x268. Sign-up in the Fellowship Hallway or Commons Informaton Desk. Space is limited.

BaptismsBrittany DalamaJovany Dalama

RededicationStephanie Scholes