Monday Nights GRIEF RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUP
7:00 p.m. in the Lounge
Facilitated by Rev. Orville Chapman, Marge Emrick, Virginia Joyce, & our Stephen Ministers.
The series will focus on 13 sessions produced by GriefShare. Each meeting consists of a video featuring some
of the nation’s foremost experts on grief recovery as well as a group discussion and sharing time. Join us at anytime.
Please contact the church office for more information.

Monday, January 5, 2009 WOMEN'S SMALL GROUP: RUTH CIRCLE
6:30 p.m. Girl's Night Out at the Thai House on Redlands Blvd. in Redlands.
Please contact the church office for more information.

Thursday, January 8, 2009 THURSDAY NIGHT DINNER, JANUARY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION AND PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES
5:45 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall
Come and celebrate January birthdays. Those celebrating their birthdays this month are invited as our guest on this special night and will
receive a complimentary meal. We will have an opportunity to recognize your birthday and offer our prayers for you.
Please place a dinner reservation with the church office.
Menu: Homemade Beef Stew and Vegetarian Stew with cornbread, side dishes, salads, fruit, cake, and ice cream.

Friday, January 9, 2009 WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at Cindy DeRoulhac's home
Bible studies will use the book "Forgiveness: Making Peace with the Past" by Douglas Connelly to help with sesion discussions.
All women are invited to join this lively and interactive group.
Meets from September through May on the 2nd Fridays of each month (except for March and April 2009).

Sunday, January 11, 2009 SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY: BOOK OF RUTH
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at Deena Chapman’s house.
Study on the book of Ruth from the Old Testament utilizing the art of psanky  (Ukrainian egg decorating).
Enthusiasm, not experience, required. Please contact Pastor Erin Gordon for more information.

Sunday, January 11, 2009 HABITAT FOR HUMANITY HOUSE DEDICATION CELEBRATION
2:00 p.m. at 826 Tribune in Redlands. Sponsored by Local Outreach

Wednesday, January 14, 2009 WHITE CROSS WORKSHOP
9:30 a.m. in Judson Hall
White Cross activities are an important part of our Women's Ministry.
Come by and help put together quilts, roller bandages, and other health and educational supplies.
Our contributions help people in need at Christian centers, mission schools, children’s homes, and hospitals around the world.

Saturday, January 16 and 17, 2009 PUT-IT-TOGETHER
Attention Sewers, Quilters, Scrappers, Knitters, and Other Hobbyists Arts and Crafts Room.
Get some help on a special project, receive some inspiration, or just have a great time in fellowship.
Bring a snack to share (not required!), a project to finish (not required!), or just bring yourself!
For more information, please contact Deena Chapman.
• Friday, January 16, 5:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
• Saturday, January 17, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Sunday, January 18, 2009 ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING AND LUNCHEON
Luncheon at 12:15 p.m.
Annual Meeting at 1:00 p.m.
Childcare (0-3 years) and Children's programming up to 5th grade provided.
Lunch Costs:
• Adults - $6.00
• Child's (6-12) Plate - $2.00
• Children 5 and under - $1.00

Menu: Creech's Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup and "Killer Chili"
Please place lunch reservations with the church office.
All are encouraged to attend this important meeting.
• 2008 Church Annual Reports will be available.
• Voting on the 2009 proposed church budget.
• Installation of new officers and Commission members.
• Our church visions for 2009 and beyond.
Minutes from the October 30, 2008 Quarterly Business Meeting will be available in the church office to review prior to the Annual Meeting.

Sunday, January 18, 2009 SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY: BOOK OF RUTH
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. at Deena Chapman’s house.
Study on the book of Ruth from the Old Testament utilizing the art of psanky  (Ukrainian egg decorating).
Enthusiasm, not experience, required. Please contact Pastor Erin Gordon for more information.

Tuesday, January 20, 2009 FIRST BAPTIST NIGHT AT GOURMET PIZZA SHOPPE
4:00 p.m.– 8:00 p.m. 120 E. State Street, Redlands
15% of all sales on the 3rd Tuesday of every month are donated to FBC Redlands.
Enjoy their great pizzas, sandwiches, and unique desserts while supporting our church's ministry.

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 WOMEN'S SMALL GROUP: CHARITY CARMAN CIRCLE
10:00 a.m. at Jane Wilson's home
Speaker: Virginia Chapman on St. Paul's Journey:

Wednesday, January 21, 2009 WOMEN'S SMALL GROUP: MIRIAM CIRCLE
 1:30 p.m. at Dorothy Sease's home
Speaker: Violet Wiant on Slavery in the 21st Century.

Sunday, January 25, 2009 SMALL GROUP BIBLE STUDY: BOOK OF RUTH
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. in Judson Hall
Study on the book of Ruth from the Old Testament utilizing the art of psanky  (Ukrainian egg decorating).
Enthusiasm, not experience, required. Please contact Pastor Erin Gordon for more information.