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TheMARCH 2022Vol. 64 No. 3FROM THE PASTORMarch in Oxford, Mississippi, usually welcomes the beginningof spring. Spring sports are underway, spring break beckons. Theseasonal change from winter to spring is welcomed.March is also a month of preparation for Easter. Holy Week and Easterare not until April but for Christians around the world, only one week,nor one day is sufficient to examine the vital events of Easter.FBC is making a resource available to you called TRANSFORMED.Transformed is a daily devotional that guides you through forty daysof preparation for Easter beginning on Wednesday, March 2. The devotional guide iswritten by Jim Denison. Jim is a pastor, teacher, and CEO of Denison Ministries. Hewrites ‘The Daily Article,” A weekly email that comments on current issues through abiblical lens. (www.denisonforum.org) I think you will find this resource helpful as afocus of Easter preparation.The resurrection of Jesus on the first Easter Sunday transformedeverything. Think about a few ways Easter transforms: Easter transforms our understanding of love. (Romans 5:8) Easter transforms our way of understanding forgiveness.(Colossians 1:13-14) Easter transforms our understanding of death and lifein heaven. (1 Corinthians 15) Easter transforms our understanding of God’spriorities. (Matthew 28:18-20)Yes, the story of Easter is familiar, but it never growsold or loses its transforming power. Let’s give ourfocus to how God’s Spirit may do His work in us aswe prepare to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord.I’ll see you in church on Sunday,Don800VanBuren662.234.3Ave.,Oxfo515 rd MconnfbcoS 38ect@xford655gotofirst.o@fbcoxfrg ordgotofirst.ofirstbrgaptistoxfordTransformed Guide begins March 2.Prayer books will be available online (gotofirst.org)and in the Atrium.800 Van Buren Ave., Oxford MS 38655662.234.3515 connect@gotofirst.org gotofirst.orgfbcoxford@fbcoxfordfirstbaptistoxford

MarchMARCH 26:30 a.m. Men’s Explorer’s Bible Study9:30 a.m. Women’s Explorer’s Bible Study12 p.m. Men’s & Women’s Explorer’sBible Study5 p.m.Fellowship Meal5:15 p.m. GriefShare5:30 p.m. Youth Bible Drill6 p.m.KidZone for Preschool & Children6 p.m.Midweek for Youth6 p.m.Prayer Meeting6 p.m.Women’s Explorer’s Bible Study6 p.m.Choir Rehearsal7 p.m.Worship Team RehearsalMARCH 68 a.m.9:15 a.m.10:30 a.m.4 p.m.4 p.m.5 p.m.6 p.m.Baby DedicationWorship ServiceWorship Service/Sunday SchoolWorship Service/Sunday SchoolAwana: Pajama NightDLife groupsLife UYouth Outdoor Movie NightMARCH 85:30 p.m. OutreachMARCH 96:30 a.m. Men’s Explorer’s Bible Study9:30 a.m. Women’s Explorer’s Bible Study12 p.m. Men’s & Women’s Explorer’sBible Study5 p.m.Fellowship Meal5:15 p.m. GriefShare5:30 p.m. Youth Bible Drill6 p.m.KidZone for Preschool & Children6 p.m.Midweek for Youth6 p.m.Prayer Meeting6 p.m.Women’s Explorer’s Bible Study6 p.m.Choir Rehearsal7 p.m.Worship Team RehearsalMARCH 111 p.m.OutreachMARCH 13Spring Break weekMove clocks forward an hour for Daylight Savings8 a.m.Worship Servicegotofirst.org/sundayfor schedule updates & Bible Study options9:15 a.m. Worship Service/Sunday School10:30 a.m. Worship Service/Sunday SchoolMARCH 165:15 p.m. GriefShareMARCH 208 a.m.9:15 a.m.10:30 a.m.4 p.m.4 p.m.5 p.m.6 p.m.Worship ServiceWorship Service/Sunday SchoolWorship Service/Sunday SchoolAwanaDLife groupsLife UYouth Oaxaca Summer MissionTrip interest meetingMARCH 225:30 p.m. OutreachMARCH 236:30 a.m. Men’s Explorer’s Bible Study9:30 a.m. Women’s Explorer’s Bible Study12 p.m. Men’s & Women’s Explorer’sBible Study5 p.m.Fellowship Meal5:15 p.m. GriefShare5:30 p.m. Youth Bible Drill6 p.m.KidZone for Preschool & Children6 p.m.Midweek for Youth6 p.m.Prayer Meeting6 p.m.Women’s Explorer’s Bible Study6 p.m.Choir Rehearsal7 p.m.Worship Team RehearsalMARCH 246:30 p.m. Women’s Ministry Book ClubMARCH 251 p.m.6 p.m.OutreachKids Disciple NowMARCH 268 a.m.Men’s Ministry WorkdayMEN'S MINISTRYWORKDAY MARCH 26Email mm@gotofirst.org to sign up!Meet at the CLC at 8 a.m.

MARCH 278 a.m.9:15 a.m.10:30 a.m.11:30 a.m.4 p.m.4 p.m.5 p.m.6 p.m.Worship ServiceWorship Service/Sunday SchoolWorship Service/Sunday SchoolChurch Bible DrillAwana: Mustache NightDLife groupsLife UChurchwide Trivia FellowshipOur FamilyTRIVIACHURCHWIDEF E L LOWS H I PMarch 27 at 6 p.m.in the Fellowship HallGames for kids and adults! Fun forthe whole family and some great prizes,too! Ice Cream Sandwiches served!MARCH 306:30 a.m. Men’s Explorer’s Bible Study9:30 a.m. Women’s Explorer’s Bible Study12 p.m. Men’s & Women’s Explorer’sBible Study5 p.m.Fellowship Meal5:15 p.m. GriefShare6 p.m.KidZone for Preschool & Children6 p.m.Midweek for Youth6 p.m.Prayer Meeting6 p.m.Women’s Explorer’s Bible Study6 p.m.Choir Rehearsal7 p.m.Worship Team RehearsalAPRIL 17 p.m.Women’s WoW Weekend worshiprally (pre-registration required)APRIL 29 a.m.Women’s WoW Weekendconference (pre-registration required)Budget February 1-13, 2022BudgetBuildingDesignatedTotal 117,833.67 810.00 19,948.88 138,592.55Deacons of the WeekFeb. 27Mar. 5Mar. 6-12Bill Rose, Bobby Clanton,Lane WilsonFred Johnson, Jim Rose,Nelson LittleMar. 13-19 Larry Little, Mike Tomes,Craig KirkendallMar. 20-26 Jason Woodard, StevenRussell, Derrell DossMar. 27Dave Miller, Daniel Denton,Apr. 2Kevin BainNew Member in FebruaryTerry and Pam CopelandCongratulationsOrrin and Kelsey Todd welcomed BaylorReece Todd on February 17. Baylor joinsbig brothers Noah and Daniel. Proudgrandparents are Danny and Pam Gutherie.Our SympathyTo Mrs. Anna Beth McNeely, after thepassing of her grandson, Mr. Ben McNeely.To Mr. Jim McNeely and Mrs. Pam McNeelyafter the passing of their son, Mr. Ben McNeely.To Ms. Sara Beth Jordan and family after theloss of her sister, Ms. Susie Jordan.To Ms. Jennifer Kincaid after the loss of herfather, Mr. Paul Tomaszewski.To Mrs. Pam Tomaszewski after the loss ofher husband, Mr. Paul Tomaszewski.FBC Library2021 Christy Award Winnersare on display this month.Open Sundays 8-11 a.m.downstairs next to theOld Fellowship Hall

DiscipleshipLIVING THE MISSION DURING MARCHHow Can I PRAY For You?Ask those you encounter for prayer needs and become a prayerwarrior for your circle of influence.Who’s Your ONE?Pray daily for your one that needs to begin a relationship with Jesus.Look for an opportunity to share Christ with YOUR ONE!Who’s Your FIVE?Join a DLife Group to find YOUR FIVE!Volunteer/lead a DLife group of YOUR FIVE! Training available anytime.Will You SIT With ME?Holy Week and Easter is the perfect time to ask friends to comeand sit with you at church?Is there an empty chair in your Sunday School class? Will youinvite someone to sit with you?OUTREACHCome be a part of inviting people to church through writingcards/letters, phone calls, and home visits.Tuesdays March 8 and 22.5:30-7 p.m. Snack supper provided. Childcare provided.Fridays March 11 and 25.1-2 p.m. Coffee and dessert provided. No childcare provided.SUNDAY SCHOOLCome join our NEW Sunday School classes at 9:15 a.m.!20 Somethings. Graduate/Law School/Career.twentiesMen and Women. Led by Jeff Holeman. Room 309.Under 40’s. Married couples.Led by Steve Hurdle and KeithScruggs. Room 305.

25 college students and 50 families needed to usethe shuttle. Will you make a commitment to park atthe Ford Center and ride the FBC Oxford shuttle bus?Use the QR code to register your commitment.U N IVERSI TYSundays at 5 p.m.March 6 Old Testament Roots of New Testament Belief.led by Jim Propes. Room 309 Six Gospel Commitments Every Couple Needsto Make. led by various presenters. Room 312 Keeping Your Kids on God’s Side, Apologetics for Parentsand Grandparents. Room 303March 13No classesMarch 20, 27 and April 3, 10 Old Testament Roots of New Testament Belief.led by Jim Propes. Room 309 Keeping Your Kids on God’s Side, Apologetics for Parentsand Grandparents. Room 303 NEW CLASS! Family Discipleship! This class will help you develop a sustainable rhythm of gospel-centered discipleshipfocused in three key areas: time, moments, and milestones.Parents will have an opportunity to be equipped to createa unique plan for your family as you raise your children andgrandchildren in the love and fear of the Lord. Room 312March 23, 30, and April 6Wednesdays at 6 p.m. The Basics of Biblical Interpretation. Upstairs CLC

DiscipleshipWOMEN’S MINISTRY NEWSwmin@gotofirst.orgMonthly Book Club Thursday, March 24 at 6:30 p.m.March book: “The Gospel Comes with a House Key” by Rosaria ButterfieldEmail wmin@gotofirst.org for more information.FBC OXFORD WOMEN’S MINISTRY SPRING CONFERENCEWOMEN’SW E E K E N DWOMEN OF WORSHIP WOMEN OF THE WORDWOMEN OF WARApril 1-2, 2022Guest Speakers:Sonia Watkins and Brandie Williamsof Harvest Church Memphisdoor prizes, catered lunch, coffee bar and snacks,great music, fellowship, and diving together into God’s wordFriday, April 1 7-9 p.m. worship rallySaturday, April 2 9 a.m.-3 p.m. conferenceFBC Sanctuary and Fellowship HallWeekend 30 Friday night worship rally only 5 Saturday conference only 25Register now: gotofirst.org/wowRegistration deadline: March 27

DLife! Who are Your Five?Now is a GREAT time to join a DLife Group!Contact Pam Carter to join a group and getthe bible study materials. 662.234.3515or pcarter@gotofirst.org.SUNDAYS4 pm Men’s Group (Fellowship Hall) Childcare provided.4 pm Women’s Group (Fellowship Hall) Childcare provided.6 pm Men’s Group (Fellowship Hall) No childcare.6 pm Women’s Group (Fellowship Hall) No childcare.MONDAYSNoon Ladies Group. On Zoom. Portuguese/English.TUESDAYS7 am Women’s Group (Church Office Conference Room)9:30 am Women’s Group (Patty Locke’s House)THURSDAYS1 pm Women’s Group. On Zoom. Spanish/English.FRIDAYSNoon Men’s Group (Prayer Room/Atrium)FBC Oxford Prayer RoomFellowship Hall Room 219There are many FREE prayer resources available in the prayerroom. Please take what you can use. The Prayer Room is openMonday-Friday 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Special times can be scheduledupon request. To reserve a time please contact Corie Millercmiller@gotofirst.org or 662-234-3515.Missions Prayer TeamJoin the prayer team by contacting Pam Carter at 662-234-3515or pcarter@gotofirst.org. Prayer team will meet periodicallyand will receive monthly prayer updates.

MissionsHelp at the PantryFBC will manage the Oxford Food Pantry during March.Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 8:30-11:30 a.m.Helpers are needed to stock shelves and serve clients.6-8 workers on Tuesdays, 10-12 workers on Wednesdaysand Thursdays. Please wear masks.Food Collection for the PantryCollection bins will be in the Atrium Sundays and Wednesdays,February 27 through March. We need staples: flour, cooking oil,dry beans, rice, canned meat (chicken and tuna), peanut butter,canned fruit, canned soups and vegetables (beans, corn, etc.).For info, contact Jim Propes (236-4758, jp65monza@att.net),or Brian Smith (601-594-1165, oxfordbriansmith@gmail.com)Thursdays in Marks. Bus leaves at 2:30 p.m. andreturns at 6:30 p.m. Contact Pam Carter at 662-234-3515or pcarter@gotofirst.org to reserve your seat on the bus.Brittany Woods Kids Club. Thursdays at 3:30 p.m.Meet at the Ole Miss Baptist Student Center.International Guest HouseThe International Guest House Ministry is an opportunity tominister to international students who live in the Oxford area.If you would like to be involved, call (662) 801-6706.