March 27th Prayer Requests & Announcements

PRAYER REQUESTS


1.  Please continue to pray for the Agnew family.  Nicole's mother passed away on Saturday morning. 


2. Jenna requests prayer for her mother.  Her mom's boss tragically took his own life this past Thursday morning.  He is survived by his wife, three children, his parents and siblings.  Jenna's mother has worked with him for the past 17 years and he was a close friend.


3.  Drew & Yajaira request prayer for themselves as they seek guidance for the right financial decision regarding their cars and peace about the decision.


4.  Alex & Kristen share a praise!  They are expecting a healthy baby boy!  


5.  Also, please keep praying for Kristen's brother.  His initial assessment for transfer out of prison in Indiana was favorable, so pray for God's will in outcome of second assessment. Also still prayer for his safety in the current prison.


6.  Dustin requests prayer for his brother. 

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1.  Girls Night Out is TONIGHT, 3/28 at 7 p.m. at La Madeline's in Kingwood. 

2.  Our next class social is April 8th and the sign up sheet for childcare will be in the yellow folder which will be passed around again in class this Sunday. 

3.  Men's breakfast at Humble City Cafe on April 16th at 8 a.m.

Here are the announcements from HAFBC:

1. "Prime Time" with Pastor Barry. Wednesday, March 30 @ 6:45. Prime Time will feature stories from Peru. Those that went on the mission trip will be sharing their experiences of God moving in the jungle among the Urarina. It will happen in the middle school room in the student building. 2.  Easter Services will be at 8:00, 9:30, and 11:00 a.m.  There will not be childcare for the 8 a.m. service. LifeGroups will not meet that day.  However, there will be Preschool and Big City Studio the 9:30 and 11:00 services.

March 13th Prayer Requests & Announcements

PRAYER REQUESTS:


1.  Please pray for Dustin's brother, Brandon.  He is in a very bad place and looking to all the wrong things/people to find guidance.  Also, please pray for Dustin and his parents, especially his mother, as they struggle to be still and let God fight for them, while seeking godly discernment and what they should/should not do.


2.  Please pray for Kristen's brother.  He is in prison in Indiana and is getting caught up in paperwork and processes because he was in the hospital after being beat up in prison by a gang.  Because of his time in the hospital it has lengthened his time in prison and he should have been out by now in a half-way house.  His parents are hoping to get him transferred to another state once he gets out of prison and then to eventually get him back to El Salvador.


3.  Please pray for Nicole's mom.  She is in the hospital for her chemo treatment.  She hasn't been eating regularly and has been going days at a time without eating.  She is in a state of depression.


4.  Please pray for Elise's sister and brother-in-law.  He is trying to get a position based at West Point.


5.  Please pray for the Peru mission team.  They are in Peru right now.


6.  Jenna requests prayer for her sister, brother-in-law, nieces and their entire family.  My sister's niece shot and killed herself at home yesterday morning.  She was only 20 years old.  The family is in intense pain and full of questions.  


7.  Please pray for the Japanese people.


8.  Our church called a new associate pastor/music minister, Pastor Mark Harden!  PRAISE!  He will begin on Sunday, April 10th.  Please keep him and his family in your prayers.


ANNOUNCEMENTS:


1.  Sat, March 19th at 12:30 p.m. the men will be golfing at Kingwood Country Club in a golf tournament.  For any questions, contact Dustin at dchilders@newtecheng.com

2.  Library is looking for volunteers. If you would be interested in serving in our library/bookstore, please contactLendi Stuber. 3. "Prime Time" with Pastor Barry. Beginning Wednesday, March 23 @ 6:45 in room 2208. Prime Time will be replacing Stories with Starbucks. Each week Pastor Barry will offer up-close-and-personal Bible teaching that will be applicable to your real-life issues. It will happen in room 2208. 4. The Art of Marriage, six sessions, March 2- April 13, 6:30-8 p.m. in Room 2204. For more information contact Brandon or Natialie Reed. 5. Mini-Marriage Retreat led by Chris and Lydia Lewis, Friday, March 25, 7-10 p.m., $20 per couple. This is sure to be a night you will not want to miss and an evening you will not easily forget. Register in the church lobby or go to our website. Childcare by reservation only.

AidSudan Annual 5K

The First Baptist Chuch of Houston and AidSudan partner together annually to host a 5K race every spring.  This year the race is April 2nd at 8 a.m.

You can find all the details at www.aidsudan.org.  Please use the link to register for the race and be sure to leave a comment on the blog if you are taking part in the race so we can all meet-up before and after and cheer each other to the finish line!

March 6th Prayer Requests & Announcements

PRAYER REQUESTS:


1.  Nicole A. requests that we all pray for her mother tomorrow, 3/7 at 9 a.m.  At this exact time her mom will begin a new chemo treatment and Nicole is organizing a prayer chain that spans the nation to intercede on her mother's behalf.  Also please pray for Nicole as she supports her mother throughout this journey.


2.  Paul's co-worker recently had a brain tumor removed.  He is in the ICU.


3.  Yajaira offered a praise report for Drew's brother.  His brother is in boot camp for the US Navy and the family received a letter from him in which he spoke of reading his bible more and building his personal relationship with God.


4.  Matt and Stefanie are expecting Jaxon any day!  The due date is March 14th and they are ready to welcome him into their arms and their family.


5.  Laura asked prayer for her sister who will be having her baby this week.


6.  Please pray for our lifegroup, the marriages and families represented in our lifegroup and our entire church.


7.  Stacy C. asked that we pray for the health of their family.  Their two precious daughters have stayed sick and aren't able to get better.


8.  Stacy also asked that we pray for her this week as she speaks with an MDO director about a potential job next school year.


ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1.  Our lifegroup coordinators are looking for couples to volunteer and serve as Shepherd Group Leaders within our lifegroup.  Dustin sent out an email last week detailing exactly what is expected of a Shepherd Group Leader.  Please pray about this position to serve and contact Dustin.  If you have any questions or would like to receive the email again then please email Dustin at dchilders@newtecheng.com 2. Library is looking for volunteers. If you would be interested in serving in our library/bookstore, please contactLendi Stuber. 3. Stories with Starbucks, this Wednesday @ 6:45 in room 2208. David Humphrey will be teaching using the "storying" approach you are hearing so much about that will become the norm for our LifeGroups in the near future. Teachers don't miss this opportunity. Of course this is for everyone. Stories with Starbucks will not meet during Spring break. 4. "Prime Time" with Pastor Barry. Beginning Wednesday, March 23 @ 6:45 in room 2208. Prime Time will be replacing Stories with Starbucks. Each week Pastor Barry will offer up-close-and-personal Bible teaching that will be applicable to your real-life issues. It will happen in room 2208. 5. The Art of Marriage, six sessions, March 2- April 13, 6:30-8 p.m. in room 2204. For more information contactBrandon or Natialie Reed. 6. Adoption Ministry Hosting Free Seminar, March 4, 7-9 p.m. Representatives from DePelchin Children's Services will be here. Subjects will include foster, foster to adopt and domestic adoptions. 7. Mini-Marriage Retreat led by Chris and Lydia Lewis, Friday, March 25, 7-10 p.m., $20 per couple. This is sure to be a night you will not want to miss and an evening you will not easily forget. Register in the church lobby or go to our website. Childcare by reservation only.

February 27th Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENTS:

1.  TONIGHT is GNO!  All the ladies will be gathering at Laura's house for a night of snacks and games at 7 p.m.  RSVP to adamandlaurasanders@gmail.com

2.  THIS FRIDAY, 3/4, is our lifegroup March social!  Laura will be sending out all the details this week.  If you plan to attend and you need a free babysitter at the church then you MUST sign up for childcare today.  You can call the church and ask for Becky Sandoval.  281-446-8168.

3.  Sunday, March 13th, our church will have a worship minister here in view of a call.  He will lead worship in both services and then the membership will vote immediately after each service.  Please be praying for this man, his wife and kids, and our church to have godly discernment.

4.  Saturday, March 19th, is a MAN-Date.  The guys are all invited to play in a dog-fight golf tournament at Kingwood Country Club with Dustin.  The cost is $20 each.  The tournament begins at 2:30 p.m.  Email Dustin if you want to play at dchilders@newtecheng.com.

5.  There are TWO opportunities to nourish and renew your marriage at HAFBC this spring.  We hope you will attend one or both!

• March 2 - April 13, The Art Of Marriage video series will be offered each Wed night from 6:30-8 p.m. in room 2204.  It will be led by Brandon and Natalie Reed.  You can sign up in class each week or just show up this Wednesday night for their first video session.
• March 25 - Mini Marriage Retreat led by Chris & Lydia Lewis from 7-10 p.m.  Cost is $20 per couple.  Register at www.hafbc.com

6.  The HAFBC Adoption Ministry is hosting a free seminar on March 4th at 7 p.m.  You can reach the church for more details at 281-446-8168.

7.  We had shepherd groups in our life group in the past and they proved to be very helpful in accomplishing the purpose of discipleship within our group and we feel the Lord telling us to bring them back.  We are asking you to pray about volunteering to be Shepherd Group Leaders (made up of a husband and wife team) in our life group.  Dustin will be sending out an email shortly which details the responsibility and purpose of a shepherd group/leader.  Any questions can be sent to Dustin at dchilders@newtecheng.com

PRAYER REQUESTS:

1.  Sam may be in California for another 4-6 weeks.  Please keep praying for him and his family.

2.  Praise!  Jenna's dad did not have any infection from his colon in his abdomen.  He will be having surgery in the next few months once the inflammation has subsided.

3.  Matt's mom is having her gallbladder removed soon.

4.  Laura's students are taking the TAKS test this week and they need prayers to focus and use the tools that have been taught to them.  Also, please pray for all of the teachers.

5.  Laura's sister is due on March 1st with her second child and is ready for delivery.

6.  Please keep praying for Nicole's mother and Nicole's entire family.

February 20th Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENTS:


1.  Every Wednesday the men meet in room 2209 at 6:30 p.m. and discuss their new bible study, Crazy Love by Francis Chan.  Come and join them!


2.  GNO!  February 28th @ 7 p.m. @ Laura's house.  It's a night of hilarious games and delicious food.  Bring something to share and be sure to RSVP to adamandlaurasanders@gmail.com.

3.  The Art of Marriage, six sessions, March 2- April 13, 6:30-8 p.m. in room 2204. For more information contactBrandon or Natialie Reed. 4. Adoption Ministry Hosting Free Seminar, March 4, 7-9 p.m. Representatives from DePelchin Children's Services will be here. Subjects will include foster, foster to adopt and domestic adoptions. 5. Mini-Marriage Retreat lead Chris and Lydia Lewis, Friday, March 25, 7-10 p.m., $20 per couple. This is sure to be a night you will not want to miss and an evening you will not easily forget. Register in the church lobby or go to our website. Childcare by reservation only. PRAYER REQUESTS: 1.  Nicole A. requested prayer for her friend who had a heart cath scheduled last week.  It has been postponed and rescheduled for this week. 2.  Elise S. requested prayer for the youth and the youth department at HAFBC.  She recently worked DNow for the youth as a sponsor and saw many needs for the kids and ministry. 3.  Michael C. has a meeting this week with his boss about his future at the company and it could mean the chance for Stacy to stay at home full-time. 4.  Paul S. requested prayer for his co-worker, John.  Doctors found and removed a brain cancer from John last week.  Now they are waiting on the biopsy results. 5.  Jenna C. requested prayer for her father.  He went to the ER on Sunday w/ abdominal pain and was admitted and has been there all week w/ colon issues.

February 13th Announcements

ANNOUNCEMENTS

1.  This Wednesday, Feb 16th is Mom2Mom at 9:30 a.m. in the worship center.  Lydia Lewis will be speaking on how to love your husband and being romantic.

2.  This Wednesday, Feb 16th Stories with Starbucks at 6:45 p.m. in room 2208.  Join Pastor Barry and his wife Gay as they discuss Right Time for End Times?


3.  This Wednesday, Feb 16th at 6:45 p.m., The men will be meeting upstairs at HAFBC for the first time to discuss their new study, Crazy Love by Francis Chan.  You can purchase a book in the church library or at a Christian bookstore around town.

4.  Tuesday, Feb 15th, women's bible studies will meet in the morning and evening at HAFBC.

PRAYER REQUESTS:
Please remember to pray for the following requests this week...

1.  Stefanie C has been placed on bed rest and only has four more weeks until her due date.

2.  Phillip K has an interview this week.

3.  Nicole requested prayer for her friend who is having a heart cath.

4.  PRAISE!  Derek B. started a new job!

5.  Aaron S. asked prayer for his cousin.