Dr.

Hayes Wicker, Senior Pastor

Christ Community

I shared last weekend about the dangerous dragon of

individualism, which leads to independence from God
and others. I gave a quick fly-over view of the first century
church from Acts 15. This is so significant that I want you to
read it for further meditation, study, and application.
1. There were obvious leaders, primarily the apostles
and elders (which also referred to pastors) (vs. 2, 4, 6,
22, 23). There were also key leaders (vs. 13, 22, 25, 27).
2. The church was a clearly defined group. They gathered together (v. 6)
with all the brothers (vs. 3, 13). They were the whole church (vs. 4, 22) as
the assembly (v. 12).
3. They exhibited unity in one accord (v. 25).
4. They were speakers of the word of the gospel (vs. 3, 7, 12, 13, 27, 35).
5. They were Bible-centered (vs. 15-18) which was the Word of the Lord
(vs. 21, 35, 36). The scripture was interpreted and applied (vs. 19, 20).
6. There was clear communication in the church as to needs and convictions
(vs. 22, 23, 30).
7. They had specific ethical and moral standards of behavior (v. 29).
8. They sought to resolve problems (vs. 1, 2, 24), even when there was
disagreement among leaders (vs. 37-39).
9. There was encouragement (vs. 31, 32) and strengthening of the believers
(vs. 32, 41).
10. They believed in evangelism of the lost (v. 11), missions to other cultures
(vs. 3, 7), and follow-up with new believers (vs. 36-40).
11. Even when there were challenges, they achieved resolution as they
commended one another to the grace of the Lord (v. 40).
May FBCN continue as such a Christ-honoring community!

*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!

Welcome Guests!

We are so glad you joined us for worship! Greeters at the

doors can help with any immediate needs. Volunteers at
the Connection Point in the Commons can assist you in
finding the perfect Bible and Life Group. If you are a first
time visitor, stop by the Connection Point for a free gift!

Beach Baptism
Sunday, May 1

If you would like to make your public profession of faith

in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior at the beautiful Gulf
of Mexico, please sign-up at the Connection Point in the
Commons, or call Linda at 596-8600 x280.

New Arrival

Nalin Gedeus was born on March 24, 2016 weighing 7

pounds, 5 ounces and measuring 19 inches. Proud parents
are Nathan and Adeline Gedeus.

Churchwide

Annas Tea

Monday, April 25 at 1:30pm in Room WC117

This is a ministry of the deacons wives to the widows of our

congregation. Join us for fellowship and encouragement
from Gods Word. Please sign-up at the Connection Point,
Fellowship Hallway, or contact Vada at 596-8600 x268.

National Day of Prayer

Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 12pm

Be sure to mark your calendars for this 65th annual event and join us in corporate
prayer for our city, county, community, state and nation. The theme this year is
Wake Up America, emphasizing the need for individuals to corporately and
individually return to God in reverence to His Holy Name. We will congregate
at the Courthouse steps for this powerful event.

Naples Bontanical Gardens

Thursday, May 12, 2016 at 9:30am

Join the Legacy Builders for a beautiful day at the Naples Botanical Gardens.
Tickets are $20 and are available at the Media Window, Church Office or by
contacting Vada at 596-8600 x268. Deadline to purchase is April 27. Lunch is
on your own at Olive Garden.

Parents Needed

Are you interested in becoming a foster or adoptive parent? Florida Baptist

Childrens Homes is a faith-based, non-profit organization that works with
Christian families across the state of Florida to provide Christ-centered services
to children and families in need. An informational meeting will be held on
May 16 in room DC109 at 6:00pm. To RSVP and/or if you would like information
on training or ways that you can help, please call Yohana Resto, Foster Family
Recruiter, at 850-4335.

Mother-Daughter Brunch
Saturday, May 7 - 10am-12pm

The FBCN Girls Ministry would like to invite mothers and

daughters (1st grade through college) to a Mother-Daughter
Brunch in the Student Center. Tickets are $10 each and
will be available in the Commons and Student Ministry
Office. If you have any questions, contact Shelly Jeffcoat
596-8600 ext. 243 or sjeffcoat@fbcn.org.

Childrens Ministry
Vacation Bible School
June 13-17 - 9am-12:15pm

Join us as we get Submerged in VBS June 13th - 17th

from 9:00am - 12:15pm! Children entering Kindergarten
through 6th grades will dive deep into Gods Word to
discover the truth that lies below the surface. To register
your child visit fbcn.org/vbs. We would love to have you
dive in with us!

Volunteers for Vacation Bible School

We are in need of volunteers for VBS classrooms and for helping to create and
assemble decorations. If you are interested in serving, please sign up at the
VBS table in the Commons near the stairs. Training for volunteers will be held
Saturday, April 30th from 9:00am-noon in DC120 (TownSquare). If you need
further information, please contact Nancy at 596-8600, ext. 350 or nlyon@
fbcn.org.

Donations for Vacation Bible School

We are collecting pool noodles, Goldfish crackers, salty pretzels, potato chips,
fruit flavored snacks, and sandwich cookies. There are bins located in the
Commons and Education Building to collect snack donations. Thank you.

Missions Ministry

Want to go on a mission trip?

There are still opportunities to join us on mission trips this year. We have
openings to go to Mali, Hungary, and Asia (to name a few). For more information,
visit the Missions Kiosk and pick up the Kingdom Missions Trips brochure. You
can also call David at 596-8600 x631.

FBCN Student Ministry

At the Missions Kiosk in the Commons

Find out more about our Student Ministry by visiting the Missions Kiosk in the
Commons this weekend. You can obtain further information on our MotherDaughter Event, Senior Banquet, Summer Camps, and many more.

Student Ministry

2016 Senior Graduation Banquet

Saturday, May 21, 2016

The FBCN Student Ministry would like to invite all current High School seniors
and their immediate family to this celebratory event. This free banquet will
commence after the Saturday night Worship service (during BLG) in the
Courtyard. We will have a guest speaker and provide a catered meal. RSVP to
jjones@fbcn.org by May 7th, 2016.

2016 FBCN Students Summer Camp

This summer, FBCN students will be attending Camp

Geneva Monday, July 25th through Friday, July 29th. Early
bird pricing is $299 (BEFORE MAY 1st). Register online at
MSMFBCN.com or HSMFBCN.com.

2015-2016 Graduation Publication

Any student graduating from Fall 2015 to Summer 2016

semester is eligible to be posted in the publication. To
be included, please forward the following information to
Joshua Jones at jjones@fbcn.org in Student Ministry by
May 2nd, 2016: (Full Name | High School, College or
Seminary Graduating from | Favorite Scripture reference
| Semester graduating | High quality picture for the
publication of the student).

Hispanic Ministry

T Para Mujeres (Ladies Tea)

Saturday, May 7 at 10a-12p

El Ministerio Hispano de la First Baptist Church Naples

invita a todas las damas, jvenes y nias a participar
en el T Para Mujeres este prximo 7 de Mayo en las
Commons. Costo de la entrada es $5 por persona (jvenes
menores de 12 aos, gratis). Email: iglesia@fbcn.org.

April Book Club

April 28 - 6:30pm

Eternity in Their Hearts, by Don Richardson will be

our selection for the Lighthouse Bookstores April
Book Club. David and Carleen Heath will lead the
discussion in the Commons. Sign up is required in the
Lighthouse Bookstore.

Christian Vocation Scholarship

Deadline May 1, 2016

This scholarship is available for any college or seminary student who is

pursuing a degree in a church ministry, missions, or Christian counseling. You
may download detailed directions and an application at fbcn.org/college or
contact David George at dgeorge@fbcn.org for more information.

Last Weekend

Bible & Life Attendance

April 16 & 17

Saturday Night
658
Sunday 8:15am
168
Sunday 9:30am
519
Sunday 11:00am
530
Home Groups
575
Total 2,443

Financial Stewardship

Worship Attendance

April 16 & 17

Saturday Night
1,027
Sunday 9:30am
1,297
Sunday 11:00am
772
Chapel 11:00am
284
Total 3,380
Wednesday Evening
1,161

Supported Missions 2016

$145,800
2015-2016 Operating Revenues Kingdom Missions
(2016 KMO Goal
$500,000)
July 1, 2015 - April 17, 2016
Cooperative
Program
(SBC)
$200,765
Budget
Actual Variance

$101,405
$7,045,000 $7,026,243 ($18,757) Other Missions Support
Total $447,970
Decisions for Christ are posted on the back side of First Word.

FBCN Staff May Anniversary

Doug Pigg

Executive Pastor

8 years

This Upcoming Week

Deacon of the Week
April 25 - May 1
Mike Dolan
&
Vince Codero

Sliced Turkey, Mashed Potatoes,

Vegetable, Salad, and Dessert

If you need assistance, please call

the church deacon hotline
at 800-732-9573.

Tickets may be purchased at the Lighthouse

Cafe or at the door for $6 each or $25 for a
family. Alternate choices available.

Weekly Schedule

Wednesday Family Meal

April 27 (4:45-6:00 p.m. in the
Fellowship/Recreation Gym)

Saturday, April 23

6:00 p.m. Contemporary Worship Service: Worship Center

7:30 p.m. Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus

Sunday, April 24
8:15 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
9:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.

Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus

Haitian Bible Study & Worship: ED206
Vietnamese Worship & Bible Study: DC221
Blended Worship Service: Worship Center
Spanish Worship Service: Family Life Center
Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
Romanian Bible Study & Worship: Modular 4
Blended Worship Service: Worship Center
Contemporary Worship Service: Chapel
Bible and Life Groups: Various Rooms on Campus
Romanian Worship Service: Modular 4
Haitian Worship Service: ED206

Tuesday, April 26

9:00 a.m. EnrichHer Womens Bible Study: Commons

Decisions For Christ

Professions of Faith

Farida Guzman-Fernandez
Michele Handley
David Michelson
Danielle Sneed

Memberships by Statement
Rita Michelson
Martha Vaughn

Membership by Letter
Patricia Weber

Baptism

Dual Membership

Jack Matuszewski

Bette Ewing

First Baptist Academy

FBAs 14th Annual Golf Tournament

Saturday, April 30 at Windstar on Naples Bay

This tournament is a great way to continue the tradition of

excellence at FBA. Registration is still available by contacting
597-2233 x300 or by visiting www.fbalions.org.

College/20s Ministry
College/20s Summer Sessions

Graduating from High School? Back home from College?

Working in Naples for the summer? Beginning May 17.
Join many other young adults building community through
worship, teaching, and discussion every Tuesday Night
at 7pm in the Student Center. Contact Pastor Troy at
tmaragos@fbcn.org for further information..

Absent from the Body, Present with the Lord

With deepest sympathy, we offer our condolences and prayers to the families
of Danae Woodall and Craig and Jeanne Couture for the recent passing of
Danae's son (Couture's grandson), Courage, on April 10.
With deepest sympathy, we offer our condolences and prayers to the families of
Dr. Don Newman for the passing of his wife, Debra, on March 26.
With deepest sympathy, we offer our condolences and prayers to the families of
Bobbie Little for the passing of her husband, John, on February 29.

Contact Us

First Baptist Church Naples

3000 Orange Blossom Drive, Naples, FL 34109

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Church Receptionist...................................................................597-6057
Enter ext. # for direct connection 596-8600
Lighthouse Bookstore.................................................................449-4488
First Baptist Academy Naples 597-2233
24-Hour Prayer Line......................................................597-PRAY (7729)
Church Email...................................................................FBCN@fbcn.org

Wednesday, April 27
4:45 p.m.
6:20 p.m.
6:25 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m.

Family Meal: Fellowship Recreation-Gym

AWANA for Kids: Education Building
Band of Brothers Mens Bible Study: Chapel
High School Ministry: Home Groups
Middle School Ministry: Student Center
EnrichHer Womens Bible Study: Commons
Worship Choir Rehearsal: Choir Room

Other events this week include: Foster and Adoptive Families, Celebrate
Recovery, and Divorce Care.

FBCNaples

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You can be part of FBCNs worship services no matter where

you are. Simply go to fbcn.org on Saturday at 6:00pm or
Sunday at 9:30am for our live streaming.