Prayer Eruption

A glacier in Iceland Tragically, a volcano of evil has erupted

revealed that it was in the judicial system in a recent move
an erupting volcano to outlaw the National Day of Prayer.
on April 14. No one On April 15, an appointed federal judge
could pronounce sided with the Freedom From Religion
it (Eyjafjallajokull), Foundation and declared the National
but everyone knew Day of Prayer unconstitutional. It had
about it. In a country been set aside by law for this purpose
the size of Ohio in 1952 by Congress. While they want
with 130 volcanoes, people had often to make a quick get-away from biblical
gone there for helicopter tours and values, we must also “park our cars” to
“lobster on the lava” dinners. Initially, head for God. While we face the lava
a thousand North American sightseers of legal attacks and the spewed rock of
came to view the spectacle, then liberalism, it is all the more imperative
people realized how dangerous it that we cry out to God for our nation,
was. Hundreds of thousands of people our families and our churches. Join us at
became stranded in airports because noon time and read the details in First
of the ash blanketing the atmosphere. Word. Throughout the day, remember
the other words of Ronald Reagan as
Motorists who visit Nicaragua’s drive- we pray for God “to heal our weariness
up volcano, Masaya (“the mouth of and uphold our hope, that we might
Hell”) see signs: “Park your car facing live ever mindful of His justice and
exit” and “In case of expulsions of rock, thankful for His blessing.”
protect yourself under the car.” There
are greater dangers facing the U.S.
Our nation is exploding. Attacks on
religious liberty and Christianity are
affecting our movement for the gospel
and a revival of national morality. May
6 has been designated since 1952 as
the National Day of Prayer; millions of
Christians have called on the Lord on
that Thursday. In 1988, upon signing
the bill into law designating that
day, President Reagan said, “We join
together as people of many faiths to
petition God to show us His mercy and
His love.”

Guest Reception
There is a guest reception in the Commons immediately following the
Saturday night service and Sunday morning’s 11:00 a.m. service. Come
and meet Dr. Wicker.
Led by Senior Pastor Hayes
Wicker, this is a very informative
dinner seminar. It is held for
those who are new to First Baptist
Church Naples, those who want
to join the church, or those who
would like more information
about our church and ministries.
Please RSVP by calling
596-8600 x679.
Monday, May 17th in Room DC121
beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Childcare is available by reservation only by
calling 596-8600 x360.

JOIN our Special -PATRIOTIC WEEKEND CHOIR

on Saturday, July 3 & Sunday, July 4 as we present
“Homeland”
As part of our Patriotic Weekend Services,
we would like to see a MASS CHOIR that
represents both our Saturday night and
Sunday morning vocalists. I will be holding
rehearsals for Saturday night attendees on the
following Saturdays at 4:45 p.m. in the choir
room: May 8, 15, 22 & June 12, 19, 26. If you
attend on Sundays and would like to only participate in the “Homeland”
Choir, you are welcome to join our regular rehearsals each Wednesday in
May/June from 7:30 – 8:00 p.m. in the choir room. The first hour of our
Wednesday rehearsals from 6:30 to 7:30 will be devoted to our Sunday
morning presentation songs. Come and join us!

Dr. Todd F. Stearns

Associate Pastor/Worship & Music
 To make disciples of all nations, you can begin

30 Days of
Prayer
For
close to home by praying for your own city. Ask
Jesus to teach you how to have His eyes and heart
for the community so you can pray with the same
love that caused Him to weep over Jerusalem

Southwest Florida
(Luke 19:41). Then use this 30-day prayer guide to
intercede for your town, in your neighborhood, and
with city influencers.

THIRD TEN DAYS

Pray with people who can influence your city. “As for me, far be it from me that I should
sin against the Lord by failing to pray for you” (1 Samuel 12:23).

1. Pray with elected officials for the decisions they make to have positive effects
on the community.
2. Pray with social workers about the families they serve.
3. Pray with educators for the children they teach.
4. Pray with business owners for financial blessings on their businesses and the
community.
5. Pray with police officers for all neighborhoods to have protection and peace.
6. Pray with firefighters for safety and security in the city.
7. Pray with doctors and nurses for their patients who need healing.
8. Pray with coaches about the athletes they work with.
9. Pray with journalists for God to use them to report stories that honor true faith,
hope, and love.
10. Pray with pastors for their congregations to have an impact on the city for
Jesus Christ.

REMEMBER TO JOIN US FOR THE

NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER
THIS THURSDAY, MAY 6 AT NOON
ON THE COLLIER COUNTY COURTHOUSE STEPS!
 In The Missions Kiosk This Weekend
Big Life Ministry
Testimony from the Field: Raju had lives to the Lordship of Jesus Christ

been suffering from damage to both and have been baptized by Brother

of his kidneys. The doctor, who was Balu!

not a believer, said his only chance of

survival would be a kidney transplant. Faithful men of God like Balu have

Raju couldn’t afford this operation started over 3000 Big Life churches

and declined to the point where he in 7 countries. More than 40,000

was given one former Hindus,

week to live. A Buddhists, and

Big Life church Muslims like Raju

planter named have come to

Balu heard about faith in Christ and

Raju’s condition are worshipping

and went to his house. Balu organized together in those churches every

3 days of fasting and prayer. Our single week.

Lord answered the prayers and over

a period of a few days Raju started Visit the Missions Kiosk after services

to walk and talk again. The same this weekend to find out how you

unbelieving doctor re-examined can be a part of Big Life. Check us

Raju and declared, “It is a miracle out at www.BigLifeMinistries.Org

of Lord Jesus”! Through this great or call 1-888-663-9139 for more

testimony of our Lord, both Raju and information.

the doctor have surrendered their

 Bible and Life Groups
Saturday Night BLGs
“A place for everyone to connect, grow, and enjoy.”

Man in the Mirror

This study has helped thousands of men understand the person who stares
back at them from the glass each morning. If life’s demands are constantly
pressuring you to run faster and jump higher, this study is for you. The Man in
the Mirror offers a penetrating, pragmatic, and life-changing look at how to
trade the rat race for the rewards of godly manhood.

All Ages: (Men) Tim Shave Room: WC 103

___________________________________

The King and I

Do you feel hectic and harried… divided and drained? There are so many
things pulling at us. Jesus calls us to shift our focus and get away with Him.
He says, “Come unto me and I will give you rest.” In times like these, it’s time
to seek Him out like never before. This study will focus on how to know God
on a more intimate level and learn what kind of difference that can make in
our day-to-day lives with our unique challenges and struggles. Knowing Him
better gives us the courage and strength to live life. If you desire to get to
know Him, along with a group of women who care about each other, come
join this new women’s Bible and Life Group meeting together on Saturday
nights after the worship service. Let’s walk with Him together!

All Ages: (Ladies) Alicia Diller Room: AD 145

 Band of Brothers
“How to Regain Your Spiritual Authority”
Speaker : Greg Davidson
Wednesday Evening Men’s Study
6:25 - 8:00 p.m. in the Worship Center

Great time of study and fellowship as we

learn how to fight the battle together.

Men’s Ministry airs Saturdays on 91.5 FM at 11 a.m. & 9 p.m.

Welcome To KidzTown!!!
KidzTown has another exciting worship service designed just for kidz
both on Saturday at 6:00 pm and Sunday at 9:30 a.m. We always have a
wonderful time together worshiping the Lord “Kid Style”.

This week we will be learning to listen and do what the Bible says. Come
and see the antics of the characters of KidzTown and Pastor Larry as
they put feet on the teaching of God’s Word. KidzTown is open to all
children in 1st through 4th grade and is located in DC120. Come join
the excitement of KidzTown today!!

KidzTown begins Saturday at 6:00 p.m. and

Sunday at 9:30 a.m.
 Calling All Sailors!
Kidz Summer Quest
High Seas Expedition
June 14-18
9:00 a.m. – noon

CREW MEMBERS NEEDED!

All hands on deck will be the order of the day as
we set sail for a week of adventure exploring the
mighty love of God. Sign on now to be a part of
this crew.
Applications now being accepted in the Children’s
Ministry office or in the Commons during
weekend or mid-week services. Contact Nancy
Hale in the Children’s Ministry office at 596-8600 ext. 350.

Thanks Awana Volunteers

A big thank you to all of our Awana volunteers who have served the
Lord and children so faithfully this year. You are greatly appreciated for
investing in their lives and sharing Jesus with them. Congratulations
to Lloyd Montgomery for receiving the “Director of the Year” award
and to Phil Wall for receiving the “Living Out Loud” award for their
examples of Christian servanthood.
urnament
2010
June 1st thru July 30th
3rd - 9th Grade by Fall 2010
Monday thru Friday

Club
8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Come on a weekly journey with God. Campers will have a great adven-
ture-filled day. Activities include exploring God’s wonderful creations,
Bible devotions, bowling, swimming, ice skating, movies, miniature
golf, roller skating, field trips (Wanndo City), museums, and much,
much more.

m. For more information please contact Susan Gonzalez at 596-8600 X 622

or Sgonzalez@fbalions.org or pick up brochure at Commons kiosk.

a.m. You need not be an FBA student.

st First Baptist Academy’s

th
8 Annual Golf Tournament
Saturday, May 8th, 2010
Tiburon
Vasari Country Club
 Registration 8:00 a.m.
 Shotgun Start 9:00 a.m.
 Continental Breakfast
 Lunch
 Awards

APT@fbalions.org
For more information: (239) 597-2233 or TAPT@fbalions.org
Sponsorship opportunities are available
Registration forms are also available online:

ailable
www.fbalions.org
(Registration is $150 per player or $600 for a team of four)

Employment Opportunities at First Baptist Academy

e online:
First Baptist Academy Employment Opportunities: Immediate opening for a
part-time bus driver for sporting events and field trips. Requirements: over 25,
a safe driving history, and a CDL license with a Passenger (P) endorsement and
team of four)
a School Bus (S) endorsement license. Also needed is a full time High School
Spanish Teacher starting in August, 2010. For more information,
please email Cindy Case at www.ccase@fbalions.org.
 High School Commencement
Please join us for our High School Commencement on Friday,
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May 21st at 7:00 p.m. in our Chapel. We will be honoring our o
first four year graduating class and invite you to attend and w
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see what God is doing in the lives of young people at First
in
Baptist Academy. A

Staff Anniversaries
FBC Mattson, Jr., Keith
Worship & Music Ministry Assistant 5/14/2001

FBC Pimentel, Carmen

Kitchen Assistant 5/14/2008

FBC Barnes, Michael

Director of Operations 5/16/2005

FBC Pigg, Doug

Associate Pastor of Church Administration 5/25/2008

FBA Gonzalez, David

FBA Teacher Elementary/Camp Counselor/PK 5/31/2005

Primetimers Luncheon
Come to the Primetimers Luncheon on May 13 starting at
11:30 a.m. The special guest speaker will be Frank Oakes,
from Organic Farming. Purchase your tickets at the Media
Window before and after any church service or in the office.
Contact Vada at 239-596-8600 ext. 268 with any questions. The deadline to
purchase tickets will be Sunday, May 9th.
Cost for the event is $7.00.
 C2 Ministry Missions Trip Opportunity
Come with us on our mission trip to the Kentucky mountains as we minister to
an Appalachian coal mining community.
June 11-19, 2010, cost $175 plus meals on the road.
Call Steve Hayes 596-8600 ext. 266
or Pam Cole 272-5583.

Come join us in BLG class on Saturday nights at 7:30 p.m. in room DC211 (18-
23) or DC209 (24-29) as we study Crazy Love, and learn to grow deeper in your
commitment to Christ or Sunday mornings at 11:00 a.m. in room DC211 (18-
29) as we study topics that pertain to college and twenties.

Celebrate Recovery
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered
recovery program for overcoming
hurts, habits, and hang-ups. We meet
on Thursday nights at 6:00 p.m.
in the Student Center. Celebrate
Recovery has groups for both men and
women dealing with alcohol/chemical
dependency, codependency, sexual
addiction, and eating disorders. For
more information, please call Alicia at
596-8600 x264.

Teachers and Helpers Needed in Preschool Ministry

OUR PRESCHOOLERS NEED YOU! Teachers and helpers are needed in all age
groups on Saturday nights and Sunday mornings. Would
you prayerfully consider making a difference in the lives of
young children at church? For more information, call Kim
in the Preschool Office at 596-8600 ext. 360.
 Disaster Response Training Offered
May 15th or June 26th
Would you like to help in the time of disaster?
Are you part of a team already? First Baptist
Naples Disaster Response Team will partake
in training offered by the Florida Baptist
Disaster Response Department at one of the
following locations:
Miami May 15th or Tampa June 26th. Both
are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. training times. You may
attend either one. Cost is $30 for 1st time training and $15 for
renewal training. Present team members must take yearly training
to keep your FEMA badge active.
For Tampa, call Ed Heim at 821-9173 or e-mail him at deekndoc@
comcast.net
For Miami, call David Galloway at 597-0361 or e-mail him at
davidngalloway@hotmail.com.

www.fbcn.org
If you have ever wished that you could listen to a recent sermon at
a click of button, you now have that option. Visit our website for all
the latest event information, Saturday night and
Sunday morning services, along with information
on most of the ministries here at First Baptist Church
Naples.
Upcoming Events
Saturday, May 1
6:00 p.m. Worship Service/Worship Center
6:00 p.m. KidzTown Children’s Worship/DC120
6:00 p.m. Hispanic Worship Service/Chapel
7:30 p.m. Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus
Sunday, May 2
8:15 a.m. Bible and Life Group for 60+/DC107
9:30 a.m. Worship Service/Worship Center
9:30 a.m. Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus
9:30 a.m. KidzTown Children’s Worship/DC120
9:30 a.m. Romanian Bible & Life Groups
10:00 a.m. Vietnamese Bible Study and Worship/DC220
11:00 a.m. Worship Service/Worship Center
11:00 a.m. Bible and Life Groups/Various Rooms on Campus
12:30 p.m. Hispanic Worship Service/Student Center
5:00 p.m. Romanian Baptist Mission/Modulars 3 & 4
Tuesday, May 4
9:00 a.m. Women’s Ministry/EnricHer/Designated Rooms
7:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Women’s Step/DC107
7:00 p.m. The Vine College & Career Service/Student Center
Wednesday, May 5
6:20 p.m. AWANA
6:25 p.m. Men’s Ministry/Worship Center
6:30 p.m. Women’s Ministry/Enricher/Designated Rooms
6:30 p.m. High School Ministry/Student Center
6:30 p.m. Middle School Ministry/New Gym
6:30 p.m. Choir Rehearsal/Choir Room
8:00 p.m. Orchestra/Worship Center
Thursday, May 6
12:00 p.m. National Day Of Prayer/Collier County Courthouse
6:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery/SC100
6:30 p.m. Divorce Care/DC107
6:30 p.m. Divorce Care 4 Kids/DC213

Last Weekend
Decisions For Christ Worship Attendance
Baptism Membership by April 24 & 25
Rodolfo Valdes Statement of Faith Saturday Night Total 1,138
Noel V. Rodriguez Jason Dean Sunday Morning 9:30 1,565
Hortensia Gonzales Dann Hennells Sunday Morning 11:00 1,136
Eliamny Orozco Cristi Hennells
Emma Aguirre Total 3,839
Profession of Faith
Loudlyne Pierre
Leande Pierre Amy Brown
Nidia De la Vega Kiana Morgado
Arnaldo De la Vega Rededication Bible & Life Attendance
Joshua David Nunez Terri Flaherty
Bilkis Portuondo Veranes Susan Reade April 24 & 25
Saturday Night 863
Financial Stewardship Sunday 8:15 76
Sunday 9:30 369
2009-2010 Operating Revenues Sunday 11:00 724
July 1, 2009 - April 25, 2010 Home Groups 161
Budget Actual Variance Total 2,193
$6,253,921 $6,384,537.04 $130,616
Debt balance as of April 18 = 12,025,000
Next Week
Deacon of the Week Dr. Wicker on the Radio
May 3rd - May 9th You can hear Dr. Wicker every day at
Darrel Campbell & Joe Bare 1:00 p.m. on 91.5 Kingdom FM WJYO.
Dr. Wicker is also on WSOR 90.9 FM
If you need assistance, please call the church
at 8:00 p.m. on Sunday evenings, and
deacon hotline at 800-732-9573. on Praise FM 89.5 at 1:30 p.m. Sunday
For Spanish, call 601-6051. afternoons.
Wednesday Family Meal
Meal for May 5th (4:45 p.m. GYM)
Roasted Pork Loin, Roasted Potatoes, Vegetable, Salad Dinner Roll, Dessert
Tickets may be purchased at the Lighthouse Cafe during regular business hours or at the
door for $5.50 each or $22.00 for a family (please, immediate family residing in home).
Alternate choices include grilled chicken breast, hamburger, pizza, or a grilled foot long hot dog.

Bookstore and Cafe Hours

Monday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Friday Closed
Saturday 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Sermon Notes
 BIBLE
SALE
Choose
“Your Word
from
is a lamp to
NASB
my feet and a
light to
NIV
my path"
ESV
Psalm 119:105
HCSB
NKJV

Pastoral Staff
Dr. Hayes Wicker....................................................................................................... Senior Pastor
Miguel Cruz.....................................................................................Hispanic Congregation Pastor
Greg Davidson....................................................... ......Associate Pastor/Evangelism & Discipleship
Beverly Day................................................................................... Director of Preschool Ministry
Nathan Dooley.......................................................................Associate Pastor/High School Ministry
Nathan Gaddis............................................................................. Worship/Creative Arts Associate
Steve Hayes....................................................................... Associate Pastor/Single Adult Ministry
Forrest Head...............................................................................................Senior Associate Pastor
Jim Hill........................................................................ Director of Single Parent Family Ministry
Lewis Howard......................................................................................Associate Pastor/Education
Shannon Moore............................................................................... Director of Women’s Ministry
Doug Pigg...................................................................Associate Pastor of Church Administration
Tom Rider..........................................................................Associate Pastor/School Administrator
Larry Rigley......................................................................... Associate Pastor/Children’s Ministry
Dr. Todd F. Stearns................................................................Associate Pastor/Worship and Music
Kevin Van Duser........................................................... Associate Pastor/Middle School Ministry

Church Office
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
Church Website..........................................................................................................www.fbcn.org