This bulletin from Calvary Baptist Church provides information about the day's hymns, a visitor reception, the church's articles of faith, opportunities to sign a fellowship book and meet new people, a pastor spotlight on Mike Reece, a biblical answers class, missions minute on Shepherds Ministries, ways to watch the church service on TV, opportunities for baptism and church membership, and announcements for choir practice, Awana, basketball evaluations, an upcoming banquet, and a deacon potluck.

1. YOUR FAMILY’S OPPORTUNITY PLACE

2. This Morning’s Hymns January 6, 2008 From Majesty Hymns • found in your pew #445 • Standing on the Promises #6 • I Sing the Mighty Power of God #296 • Be Still, My Soul #629 • Oh How He Loves You and Me

3. We want to meet you! Please stop by our visitor reception in the church lobby immediately following the morning service! Welcome Visitors!

4. CBC’s Articles of Faith We believe that the scriptures teach that Election is the eternal purpose of God, according to which he graciously regenerates, sanctifies, and saves sinners that being perfectly consistent with the free agency of man, it comprehends all the means in connection with the end; … that it is the foundation of Christian assurance, and that to ascertain it with regard to ourselves demands and deserves the utmost diligence. 9. Of God’s Purpose of Grace:

5. Please take a moment to sign our blue Fellowship Book located in your Pew. As you return it to its origin, please review the names to see if you can meet a new friend today!

6. Pastor Spotlight Mike Reece Bible Degree, Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music B.S. in Ed., Central Michigan University M.A. in Ed. Admin., Pensacola Christian College Doctoral Candidate, Bob Jones University Calvary Baptist Academy Administrator (1978-present) Calvary Baptist Church Associate Pastor (1978 - present) Mike and Jeanie with Kari & Paul

7. New Hope Biblical Answers to Adversity Class Wednesdays @ 6:30 Conference Room • College Students and Older With Ken & Sandy Mathey

8. Copyright Gospel Communications International, Inc - www.reverendfun.com – See Matthew 10:30 :)

9. Missions Minute a brief glimpse of CBC-supported Missionaries SHEPHERDS MINISTRIES Home & Vocational Training For the Mentally Challenged In Union Grove, WI

10. Calvary Baptist On Television Abundant Living Midland Channel 3 & 5 Tuesday 9:30 PM Wednesday 6:00 AM Friday 12:30 PM Sunday Service Midland Channel 3 Wednesday @4:30 PM Thursday @7:00 PM Saginaw Channel 16 Thursday @5:00 PM

11. Would YOU like to be Baptized as a step of obedience? Considering Church membership? Contact the Church Office or any Pastor!

12. cbcmidland.org Bulletin Calendar Announcements Weekly prayer sheet More! www.

13. Baby Dedication If you are interested in participating in a baby dedication, please contact Janae in the Church Office

14. Deacon of the Week Brian Money Wife: Nancy Children: Mason, Martin & Alex Activities: Deacon Awana Upward Basketball Careleader Please Pray for our And his family

15. Wednesdays 6:25 PM

16. Through the Week Today 4:45 Adult Choir Practice 6:00 Baptism & Communion Wednesday 6:25 Awana 6:30 Quest/Pursuit/New Hope 6:30 Case for Kids Class 6:30 Discipleship Class 7:00 Prayer Meeting Thursday 6:25 New Deacon Orientation 7:00 Deacon Meeting

17. CBA Friendship Banquet WHO – All of You! Regardless of Age & Schooling Preference WHAT – Meal, Testimonies, and Challenge Speaker – Dr. David Doran – Don’t Miss It! WHERE – In the Gymnasium WHEN – Friday, January 18 th at 6:30 PM WHY – Awareness & Knowledge -- One Time Each Year to Focus Our Church on the School Ministry Hear What God is Doing & Know How to Pray Show Your Support for the Ministry Please Sign Up in the Gallery!

18. CBA Friendship Banquet Please Attend!

19. Upward Basketball Evaluations Friday 1/11 @6:30 pm Saturday 1/12 @9:30 am

20. DVD Available to purchase In the Church Office $15

21. DEACON FLOCK POTLUCK DEACON FLOCK POTLUCK January 20 After Morning Service January 20 After Morning Service Please bring Main Dish, Salad or Dessert & Table Service

22. SNOW CAMP! Early Registration Deadline January 13 Save $10 See Pastor Mark

23. TIME PRIME Beginning February 3