We had a great crowd of about 28 at Munoz for Birthday Night last Monday, August 12. Janet T brought wonderful individual lemon pies! There were 10 ladies gathering for a nice lunch on Friday, August 16, at The Chopping Block in Springville. Thanks to Gleeda for making the arrangements. Mark down our next luncheon on Wednesday, September 18th. Wanda may be making our plans and if so we'll venture down Hwy 280 a few miles. Will let you know. Fall Barbeque at the Hick's home on November 2!

June 2013 Ladies' Luncheon

Our monthly luncheon for June was on lovely Lake Martin at Kowaliga Restaurant. We had a beautiful day and sat outside on the water to enjoy our delicious lunch. Shelia Lowery arranged this day for us and we all enjoyed it very much. Attending were Shelia, Marsha, Jane Z, Dianne B and Jane B. Ann H was not able to go with us but invited us to stop by for a visit on our way back to Trussville. We enjoyed visiting with Ann and Randy and seeing their new home. Hope others of you will join us on Thursday, July 18th, for our next luncheon.

January 2013 Ladies' Luncheon

Fourteen ladies enjoyed lunch at Gianmarco's on Friday, January 25th. Lunch was postponed a week from the 18th due to snow in our area. We were glad to have Brenda B join us from work. Others present were Carolyn H, Lisa L, Janet T, Ann H, Diane B, Jane B, Jane Z, Sheila L, Barbara T, Nancy D, Carol R, Gleeda A, and Judy K.

December 2012 Ladies' Luncheon

Sixteen of us gathered for a lovely luncheon at The Club on Thursday, December 6th. Glynda's mom, Gloria, joined us as well as Lisa's daughter, Beth. Thank you to Lisa for coordinating the luncheon. Others who enjoyed the festive occasion were Marsha, Jane B, Jane Z, Carolyn, Nancy, Becki, Carol, Barbara, Ann, Shelia, Gleeda, and Zo. Zo came from work but had to leave before the picture. However, we were able to celebrate Zo's birthday with her!

November 2012 Ladies' Luncheon

Janet T, Lisa L, Jane Z, Shelia L, Barbara T, Jane B, Gleeda A, and Carolyn H met at Bella at The Village at Lee Branch on Thursday, November 15th.  We had a lovely time eating and chatting before some of us ventured off to shop!

FBCT Trunk or Treat 2012

Our class had a fun time giving out candy Halloween night at the Fall Family Fun Night.  We had a 'General Store' theme this year thanks to Randy and Marsha.  Don gave out lots of candy with the help of Jane, Cathy and Roger, Jon and Martha, Randy and Marsha, Van and Carolyn, Pete and Brenda, and Donny and Bonnie. Hope more of you can join in the fun next year!

July 2012 Ladies' Luncheon

A group of 5 ladies enjoyed lunch today at Oscar's in the Birmingham Museum of Art. Before and after eating we toured the Gift Shop and also an area designed for children with interactive activities. This is evidenced by the one photo showing us in a screen where we didn't read what we were supposed to be doing!

Gathering today were Jane Zobrosky, Shelia Lowery, Barbara Tharp, Nancy Dorr and Jane Beasley. We invite ore of you ladies to join us next month. The date will be Friday, August 17th.

June 2012 Ladies' Luncheon

Eight of our ladies ventured south of town to Mikey's off Valleydale Road for a delicious lunch today. Entrees ranged from crab cakes to spinach salad with shrimp, talapia and baked salmon. Jane Z planned the outing that was also enjoyed by Carolyn, Gleeda, Jane B, Shelia, Barbara, Ann and Dianne B. Wishing she'd waited for dessert is Jane B who ordered a Caesar Salad leaving her sweet tooth unfulfilled but had had plenty before all the yummy desserts were described by our waiter!


Wednesday July 18th is our next date and we'll let you know plans and hope many more of you will join us!

May 2012 Ladies' Luncheon

Ten ladies enjoyed a delightful lunch at Butterflies Garden Tea Room in Fultondale on Friday, May 18. Carol Rogers, Jane Beasley, Gleeda Alvis, Carolyn Horne, Zo Cochran, Ann Havicus, Lisa Long, Janet Thompson, Jane Zobrosky, and Sheila Lowery shared their story of joining FBCT. The hit for Carolyn and Sheila was the strawberry peach tea. All enjoyed a dessert before heading out to shop in the store. The next month's luncheon will be Monday, June 18.

Having lunch at The Gardens Cafe at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens on Wednesday, April 18th were seven of our ladies. We were happy to have Zolinda come from work to join Gleeda, Nancy, Barbara, Dianne, Shelia and Jane B. We always enjoy our lunches and invite all our ladies to join us next month on Friday, May 18th.

March 2012 Ladies' Luncheon

On Friday March 16th the Sunday School ladies enjoyed lunch at Olexa's in Mountain Brook Village planned by Ann Havicus. Each of the ladies had an Easter basket filled with chocolate eggs prepared by Ann at their seat. Crepes seemed to be the order of the day along with a luscious dessert called Cloud Nine. Those of us who didn't order those wished we had when we saw them. Now the Bread Pudding did come in a close second! A group of eight gathered for a pleasant spring midday get together. Those present were Janet Thompson, Lisa Long, Jane Beasley, Ann Havicus, Jane Zobrosky, Shelia Lowery, Gleeda Alvis and Barbara Tharp.

February 2012 Ladies' Luncheon

Lisa Long planned our February lunch outing at DeVinci's Fine Italian Cuisine in Homewood on Friday, the 17th. Everyone enjoyed a wonderful, festive meal. Those lucky enough to be there were Lisa, Carolyn, Barbara, Carol, Ann, Zo, Jane Z, Sheila, Gleeda, Jane B, Brenda S, and Janet. This was Janet's first time to join us for lunch.

We hope everyone will join us on Friday, March 16. Ann Havicus will be sending us details.

January 2012 Ladies' Luncheon

Twelve ladies enjoyed a delicious lunch and lots of fellowship at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill on Wednesday, January 18. We were happy to have Lisa's daughter, Beth, join in the fun. Hope more can join us in February on Friday the 17th. Lisa is making plans for us to dine at Devinci's of Homewood.

Changes

Our prayer requests and praises from Sunday will now be emailed. We felt that with issues regarding privacy and other matters this would be best and discussed this in class on January 8th.

Stay Focused on the Goal

Jimmy Summers led us in our Bible study from Numbers 32. We demonstrate that our focus is on fulfilling God's purposes when we take steps to help others know and follow God's purposes too. We also show a deep sense of spiritual obligation when we commit to fulfilling God's purposes over our wants and plans.

Prayer Requests:
Don & Jane- home from hospital on Saturday night
J Gray’s dad – having bypass surgery in Seattle this week on Monday
Campbell’s friend – Jessica died from leukemia last week
Sprayberry family – Ed died Friday from cancer after knowing he had it less than a month- friend of many from Chalkville and Carolyn H brother-in-laws brother
J Seeley – J Dullion (91 years old) in St. Vincent’s East is not doing well
G Alvis – Tim traveling this week
G Alvis – M Wilson has advanced cancer
Zobrosky’s – son Chris and wife Catherine will be in Atlanta this week for intensive week preparing for the mission field
J Mitchell – friend from Tenn. Brad N has cancer that is too far gone for surgery or treatments. He has a young daughter around 6 or 7 who lost her mother a couple of years ago. Daughter needs prayer for who will care for her
B Arnold – J Rinehart has breast cancer
B Arnold – V Lewis lung cancer has come back

Praises:
Don & Jane are home!!
Eli – grandson of Dorrs is well after having RSV

Stay Grateful for God's Care ...

Scripture from Numbers 16:1 - 25:18

We thank Earl Tharp so much for stepping in for Don today! As I'm sure most of you know, Don took a fall on Wednesday and isn't able to get around well and has now developed pain with a bone or nerve in his hip. We still have much to be thankful for on this - in Earl's words: "The first day of a new week of a new month of a new year - 2012!" Thank you for all your prayers and offers of help. As long as I'm able to do for him, we are making it fine.

We are here because of people in our lives that have led us and have gone on before us. We should remember to be thankful to God for His mercy and what He has in store for us.

Earl brought out several meaningful points and thoughts this morning. Another was that instead of making resolutions that we might not follow through with he told us to rely on God's word as our resolution for 2012. Proverbs 3:6 KJV: "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him and He shall direct thy paths."

He reminded us that when he was our Interim Pastor, Dr. Charles Carter would say that in order to make it through each day and what it brings to us we each should recite the 23rd Psalm several times a day. Another wonderful thing Earl reminded us of was our model prayer, The Lord's Prayer" and that we could recite it during the day also. Turning every second of every day over to God is what we each should remember to do when we first think we have something to handle. WE don't have to handle it GOD is with us to handle it for us.

Our prayer requests for today are:
Jessica H - friend of Wanda's -UAB ICU
Sandy G - friend of Bonners and Bryants - had heart surg.
Don - injuries from fall
Brandon S and Christine - friends of Jim S
Jane's mother driving today for first time in many weeks
Randy H - fell and also arm infection
Ed S - bro of Horne's BIL - cancers
Travelers
Williamsons of church and friend of many - health issues
Marla W - friend of Gleeda
Lola C - friend of Zo and family
Jack R - Eddie R's bro and children in divorce/custody issues
Jamie D and Jason - children of Mitchell's
Military
Grace C and her family
Our children, grandchildren and our parents

Praises:
New Year of 2012 God has given us!
Military
God is in control! He goes before us!

WITHOUT OUR HELP OR AWARENESS GOD IS ABLE TO PROTECT AND CARE FOR US!

We had a ton of delicious food today for breakfast and enjoyed the fellowship among our class friends on this, New Year's Day 2012! Don enjoyed what was sent home for him too! Thank you!!

Birthday Night CHANGED to Tuesday, Jan. 10th at 6:30 at Munoz. (Changed since there is a football game on that Monday night.)

Gatlinburg trip is Feb. 2-3-4. Rooms $94 blocked for First Baptist Church Trussville at The Inn at Christmas Place. Won't be blocked much longer. 1-888-Holy Night

Stay Fearless In Your Obedience ...

Numbers 10:11 - 15:41 is the scripture.

Prayer Requests:
Robert L - Brenda B's dad - having tests
Helen Y - Jane B's mom - some better
Grey T - Martha S's brother
Wanda D - Shelia L's sister
Waldrops - Glynda B's parents
Paula K - Donny's cousin soon to Mayo Clinic
Elise S - Jimmy and Bobby's cousin's dau. - surgery soon.
Our Military
Stacy J and her family
Grace and her family and her doctors for guidance and direction.
Unspoken requests

Praises:
Marsha H's mother - Mrs Dunn is turning 90!
Mr. Dreher - Diane S's dad is turning 91!
Randy H received a good report at 2 1/2 yr. ck up!

THANK YOU - These seem like simple words to let each of you know how much we appreciate your gift to us of our room in Gatlinburg! We enjoy going with those of you who also make the trip and appreciate your kindness so much! Thank You and Merry Christmas to each of you and your families!!

THE INN AT CHRISTMAS PLACE (1-888-Holy Night) Brenda has put 15 rooms on hold for the nights of Feb. 2-3 and 4. Hope you can join us this year! Rooms will be released about Jan. 1st so call now to get our reduced rate of $94 per night. This is always a fun time for us!

BIRTHDAY NIGHT in January will be changed to TUESDAY the 10th (I'm calling Munoz this week to make sure this is ok.) because of a pretty big football game on that Monday the 9th. Our teams must do pretty well because we've had to do this 3 years in a row! Brenda Self will be bringing the dessert that night.

We HELPED with $800.00 in items from the Living Trees at church this season for children in our area. We talked in class about donating around $800 with Don seeing how much was needed and Blake said it was about $1,400 and someone donated $600 and he needed $800. Isn't God good!!! We also gave $1,000 to Stacy J and her family that the Bonners had come in contact with. The Eiland family, young missionaries we'd had visit the class, received a Love Gift of $500 from us also. Thank you for your generosity to help others! We give as we have been blessed by God!

CHRISTMAS DAY there will only be one worship service at 10AM.

NEW YEAR'S DAY will be a regular schedule. We will be having breakfast that morning. Please let Barbara Tharp know if you will be bringing a dish or if you don't get her, bring it on! Come a little early if you can. We'll have milk and juices to go along with the coffee that's always in the hall. Thanks to Donny and Barbara and Brenda S who brought goodies this morning. (We won't mention that the Beasley's forgot the OJ.)

GOD LOVETH A CHEERFUL GIVER!

Stay On Track With God's GPS ...

Scripture from Numbers 9:1 - 10:10.


Prayer requests:

Cherie B has last surgery on the 29th, sister Kelli not well and parents have health issues too.
Jim B- friend of Don and others - cancer treatment.
Stacy J and family we'll be helping.
Mr. W- Wanda's dad's been sick
Unspoken
Ben R - Brenda S's grandson - tubes this week.
Clay G - friend of Bryants has pancreatitis.
Helen Y - Jane's mother still sick.
James H - Summers' met at VA - cancer back.
Popwell's - Summers' friends with health problems.
Jimmy S home sick.
Paula K- Donny's cousin accepted to Mayo Clinic.
Rusty D - friend of Seeleys.
Hannah R - friend of Seeleys.
Jane A - Tim's sister.
Jessica, Sage and baby Willow - she arrived safely after issues with mom - friends of Zo's.

Seek and follow God's guidance in ALL situations.

December 12th, Birthday Night at Munoz - Becky C cake.

Christmas Eve - 5:00 Service

Christmas Day - Worship Service at 10am.

New Year's Day - Regular schedule.

Gatlinburg - Feb. 2-3-4 nights .... The Inn at Christmas Place, 1-888-Holy Night. Rooms on hold under First Baptist Church Trussville.

A Christmas Prayer
Lord as I celebrate the birth of Jesus, keep me mindful that Christmas is a time for thanksgiving and prayer. I pray to You Father because You desire it and because I need it. Prayer not only changes things; it also changes me. Make me a prayerful Christian, Lord and let me turn every aspect of my life over to You.

It's a new granddaughter for the Halls!

Join with me in celebrating and giving thanks to God for little Miss Avery Leigh Hall! She was born on Saturday, Dec. 3rd to Brad and Shannon Hall. Brad is the son of Roger and Cathey and we offer them our congratulations, prayers and support as they welcome her to their family! Avery weighed 7 pounds and 12 1/2 ounces and was 20 inches long.

Thanks be to God for His blessings to our class and our families!

Stay True To Your Commitments...

Today we began our study of the book of Numbers in the Old Testament. We concentrated on the Nazirite vow and how it demonstrates the importance of keeping commitments made to the Lord. Whether our commitments are public or private we should adhere to them to glorify God and show our obedience to Him.

Numbers 1:1 thru 8:26 is the scripture for this lesson.

Prayer Requests:
Jane M's family - Step-sis passed away. Sis-in-law's brother passed away. Dau. Jamie - job and she had a wreck. Caden their 2 1/2 yr old grandson and his diabetes.
Lynn B's aunt Mary passed away.
Wanda's dad, Ed W, taken to hospital but checked out okay. Their friend Mark S had heart attack while alone in a hotel room in Gatlinburg on business. He's okay after stent put in.
Jane B's mother, Helen Y is beginning to feel better. Spent last Sun. in ER.
Abby - Request of Havicus' - hit by car but is okay. About 5 years old. Ron A their friend with brain tumor.
Cathey H - their dau-in-law, Shannon, doing well after delivering baby last night. Friends Katie and Mark expecting in Feb. and having complications.
Glen Owen - Don knows - making decisions on cancer treatment.
Donny's cousin Paula K may be going to Mayo Clinic.
Grace and all the Champions.
Lowery's friend Deidra G
Lynda McA's dad Curtis M not wanting to stay alone. Wants Lynda there all the time.
Our families, our church, our Military, unspoken requests and families and people in need.

Praises:
Roger and Cathey welcomed a new granddaughter yesterday! Avery Leigh weighed 7-12 1/2 and was 20 inches long. Parents are Brad and Shannon. She has 2 brothers waiting for her to come home!
Dave Aly, Jr. home from Guam.
Ann H's niece Lauren R is doing better
Wanda's dad, Ed, praise that nothing was found wrong when he went to hospital this week.

Ladies lunch is Thursday at The Club. Dec. 8th.
Birthday Night is Monday, the 12th at Munoz.

God is pleased when His people commit to serve HIM!

People will by anything that is "one to a customer"!