First Baptist Church, Sacramento

Answering Life’s Questions
Are we born only to exist for seventy to eighty years then die? Is there more to life than to say; “Eat drink and be merry for tomorrow we die"?

If you are a believer in the big bang theory, or that you evolved from the primordial ooze of the universe or you are the results of millions of years of chance evolutionary development with no Creator then most likely the answer to this question would be no.

Why am I here? Where did I come from? What am I worth? Do I have any intrinsic value? Do I serve any purpose? All are fundamental questions of life. Each coming back to the beginning question why am I here and bringing us to the most basic of questions, "Does God really exist?"

During the next few weeks in our “Live Connect” service on Wednesday night we are going to be examining some of the great philosophical questions of life and seeing what the Bible has to say about them.

Many today pursue lives seeking wealth, couriers, social status, success, and acknowledgment of other only to find that it all leads to a dead end.

Henry David Thoreau wealth, couriers, social status, success, and acknowledgment of other only said that “Most men lead lives of quiet desperation”. So if wealth, couriers, social status, success, and acknowledgment of others does not bring the fullness of life that we all seek, what is the answer? Join me on Wednesday nights as we address the “Great Questions of Life”. — Pastor Steve O’Brien

Happy July Birthdays!
11 — Robert Hom
13 — Lyubov Poonka,
Naipou Saetern
16 — Ron Titus
20 — Pao Saetern,
Yelena Vivsik
22 — Betty Carl,
Sara Svensson
24 — William Blackburn,
Terry Fong

Greetings from the youth ministry!
Well I am happy to report that the youth had a very successful carwash fundraiser in preparation for the upcoming summer camps! I can say with all confidence that the brave people who come to get their cars washed left with a car that was indeed cleaner then when it arrived! All joking aside we had a very blessed day. Good fellowship, beautiful weather and many laughs seemed to be the theme of the day and no doubt the people who drove through our parking lot were blessed.  --Paul O'Brien, Youth Leader

Youth Ministry Bar. B. Q.

On Sunday we held a Bar. B. Q. here at the church that was a huge success as well and from what I saw and the feedback I received from other people, everyone really enjoyed thoroughly enjoyed it. I want to be sure to thank all of you for blessing the youth and allowing them to serve you. It is so important for them to be able to experience the joy of serving and to also experience God’s blessing through it. Once Again thank you!  Thank you for the scholarship funds already given! We still can use your help in funding!                 — Paul O’Brien, Youth Leader

In Memory
Robert Yearnshaw
Joined FBC 10-7-1953
At home with the Lord 6-20-2008

Church Congregational Meeting
A church congregational meeting is scheduled for June 29, following the morning worship service in the sanctuary.
• Looking to Summer
• Current State of the Church
• Spending plan for July & August
• Proposal for Zero-Based budget & change of fiscal year
• Report of Analysis & Audit of church books
• Introducing a vision for “First Impression Improvements” in areas of church

Adult Sunday School Classes
What Makes the Bible is So Special? Room 405, Bill Dean teacher

What Makes the Bible Special?
What Makes the Bible Special?

That is the title of a new class taught by Bill Dean on Sunday mornings 9:30 to 10:30 in Room 405, starting on June 15. Dare to come and learn something that can open your mind to something wonderful.

Young Married & Engaged Couples
The date: July 13
The time: 2:00 p.m.
The place: David & Jenelle Hemphill’s home
Who: young married and engaged couples
What: fellowship, get better acquainted, plan future events.
If you would like more information or need directions to the Hemphills please contact David at 369-2089 or david.hemphill@att.net

Youth Camp Schedule
• Junior High — July 21-25
• Senior High — July 26-31
Junior Adventure Camp — July 7-12 at Redwood Glen

Our Family. . .
Congratulations to Ken & Barbara McClellan on their 55th wedding anniversary July 4!

Sympathy is extended to Frank Smith at the passing of his sister, Dorothy, on June 1. Cards can be sent to Frank and Josephine at: 1715 E. Alluvial Ave. #267, Fresno, CA 93720

Sympathy is also extended to the family of Clem Ruff, former member of FBC and the choir!

Hello All Young Adults!
We have a new time to meet as the Young Adults group of First Baptist Church; Sunday mornings we will meet at 9:30 a.m. in Room 406 instead of at 7:15 p.m. on Thursdays.

Come and find out about some fun activities for the summer! — See you soon, Kyla Maeding

New Member’s Class
Beginning Sunday, June 29 through July 20, a class for those interested in membership will be held in Room 411. Please contact David Hemphill at 369-2089 or email: david.hemphill@@att.net