Volume I, Issue V

November/December 2009

SarasotaBaptist.com 941-922-1449

Tis the Season...

Sarasota Christmas - December 4 - 9
Christmas Eve Services - December 24

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The Next Twenty-Five Years...
EXPECT THE MIRACULOUS
There’s just no way to know exactly what God has in store for
the next twenty-five years. He’s always full of miraculous surprises
that we could never predict. But one thing is sure…as long as we
stay faithful to the Mission that He has given our church (“to do
whatever it takes to connect people to Jesus”) we can expect Him to
enable, equip, and empower us to accomplish it. The results will be
far beyond anything we could ever imagine.

“Now to Him who is able to do above and beyond all that we ask or think -
according to the power that works in you - to Him be glory in the church and
in Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever.” Ephesians 3:20 (HCSB)

HOP ON THE TRAIN

If you have missed any of this past sermon series,
GPS, The Next 25 Years, I want to encourage you
to go online to www.sarasotabaptist.com and listen
to the messages you may have missed. Why? It’s
important that you be very familiar with those seven
messages where we have laid out our strategy to
story continued on next page...

rasota Baptist Min

Sa istry Le
adership Team
Rev. Rod Boatwright-Associate Pastor of Global Missions & Sharon Kashella-Associate Director of Preschool Ministries for
Pastoral Care Proctor Road
Rev. Jesse Bryan-Minister of Student Ministries for Proctor Road Dr. Chad Keck-Executive Pastor
Terri Burnside-Director of Adult Ministries Bob Kowaleski-Director of PLUS Ministries
Susan Delac-Director of Preschool/Children’s Ministries for Dr. Mike Landry-Senior Pastor
Proctor Road Carrie Leitzman-Director of Preschool Ministries for Lakewood
Barbara Deutschle-Associate Director of Children’s Ministries for Ranch
Proctor Road Rev. Michael Moore-Associate Pastor of Worship & Music
Rev. Mitch Grainger-Minister of Student & Children Ministries Ministries
for Ric Ricciardi-Director of Food Service
Lakewood Ranch Rev. Jordan Richmond-Minister of Worship & Music for
Stephanie Hayes-Executive Coordinator Lakewood Ranch
Rev. Aubrey House-Special Advisor to the Senior Pastor Eric Williams-Director of Operations

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accomplish the Mission. You don’t just want to be a passenger on this train, you need to
know where we’re going, how we’re going to get there, and to be able to plug in where you’ve
been uniquely gifted.
“For the body does not consist of one member but of many. If the foot should say, “Because I am not a hand, I do not
belong to the body,” that would not make it any less a part of the body. And if the ear should say, “Because I am not
an eye, I do not belong to the body,” that would not make it any less a part of the body…But as it is, God arranged the
members in the body, each one of them, as He chose. If all were a single member, where would the body be? As it is
there are many parts, yet one body.” 1 Cor 12:14-20 (ESV)

THANKSGIVING and CHRISTMAS

The next 2 months provide great opportunities to practice our Mission lifestyle. The
economy has opened some doors for each of us to serve people. Lots of people are hurting
these days and don’t have anyone reaching out to them. Think about inviting someone
to share Thanksgiving dinner with this year. Invite someone to join you in some of your
annual Christmas traditions. Bring a friend, co-worker, or neighbor with you to our Sarasota
Christmas production, “HUMBUG.” Your initiative may just be what is required to prompt
them to consider connecting to Jesus.

For although I am free from all people, I have made myself a slave to all, in order to win more people...I have become
all things to all people, so that I may by all means save some.” 1 Corinthians 9:19, 22 (HCSB)

I love being your Pastor,
Mike Landry

Staff s — Tabl e o f C o n t e n t s
Anniversarie Message from Pastor Mike................. 2-3
Lottie Moon..............................................4
Baptisms....................................................5
Sarasota Christmas...................................6
Lisa Guinart Christmas Eve Service..............................7
Office Coordinator, 4 years Message from Chad Keck....................8-9
Students Pages ..................................10-11
Carrie Leitzman Secret Sisters............................................12
Director of Preschool Ministries for Finding Her Place to Serve....................13
Lakewood Ranch, 3 years Notes from the Mission Field..........14-15
Message from Chef Ric..........................16
Ric Ricciardi Church Chef Recipe ..............................17
Director of Food Service, 6 years Missions Celebration..............................18
Plus Ministries........................................19
Taking the Next Step..............................20
Events Calendar......................................21
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 Lottie Moon
More than just aChristmas Offering ...
Today’s China is a world of rapid change. It’s home to 1.3
billion individuals-one-fifth of the world’s population. Village dwellers
flock to trendy megacities with exploding populations. And China
holds its own in the world’s economy. It’s very different from the vast
farmland Lottie Moon entered in the 1800s. But one thing hasn’t
changed: China’s need for a Savior.
Lottie Moon-the namesake of the international missions offering-
has become something of a legend to us. But in her time Lottie
was anything but an untouchable hero. In fact, she was like today’s
missionaries. She was a hard-working, deep-loving Southern Baptist
who labored tirelessly so her people group could know Jesus.
Her mission
When she set sail for China, Lottie was 32 years old. She had
turned down a marriage proposal and left her job, home and family to follow God’s lead. Her path
wasn’t typical for an educated woman from a wealthy Southern family. But Lottie did not serve a
typical God. He had gripped her with the Chinese peoples’ need for a Savior.
For 39 years Lottie labored, chiefly in Tengchow and P’ingtu. People feared and rejected her,
but she refused to leave. The aroma of fresh-baked cookies drew people to her house. She adopted
traditional Chinese dress, and she learned China’s language and customs. Lottie didn’t just serve
the people of China; she identified with them. Many eventually accepted her. And some accepted
her Savior.
Her vision
Lottie’s vision wasn’t just for the people of China. It reached to her fellow Southern Baptists in
the United States. Like today’s missionaries, she wrote letters home, detailing China’s hunger for
truth and the struggle of so few missionaries sharing the gospel with so many people-472 million
Chinese in her day. She shared another timely message, too: the
urgent need for more workers and for Southern Baptists passionately
supporting them through prayer and giving.
In 1912, during a time of war and famine, Lottie silently starved,
knowing that her beloved Chinese didn’t have enough food. Her fellow
Christians saw the ultimate sign of love: giving her life for others. On
Christmas Eve, Lottie died on a ship bound for the United States.
But her legacy lives on. And today, when gifts aren’t growing as
quickly as the number of workers God is calling to the field, her call
for sacrificial giving rings with more urgency than ever.

Story provided by the International Mission Board

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 rejoice with those who were bapt
ized in
Baptisms
We July, A
ugust, &
September
Daniel Aguirre Allison Johnson Kelly Saverying
Blake Cook Adam Kerth Howard Siegel
Jaret Corbin Cathy McEachern Kristie Solana
Katie Davis Barbara Meagher Lisa Sunday
Skyler Davis Jesse Miller Roy Sunday
Justin DeGraaf Kaleb Park Ian Swaby
Mary Alice Deveny Rose Pelot Ken Trotter
Josh Dunlop Joni Petz Alexandra West
Thomas Egan Jillian Quinn Grant Wilks
Guy Farey Katlyn Richards Susan Wilson
Sue Gelsi Susan Sabbia Wanda Wilson
Tammy Hasque Mark Saluta

Year-end Contribution Gifts

All contributions for 2009 must be
received by Sarasota Baptist Church on/
or postmarked by December 31, in order to
receive a tax deduction for 2009 gifts. Please
do not file your income tax return prior to
receiving a receipt of your 2009 gifts.
The church offices will be closed for
Christmas holidays from December 24
through January 1.

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 Sarasota Christmas 2009
HumbuG
Merry Christmas... indeed

Experience the music and drama that

capture the wonder of Christmas!

In Humbug, you will meet

Winston T. Gruber, a local
businessman whose ambition and
greed have blinded him to the true
meaning of Christmas. You will also
meet Alvin, a young boy determined
to make this Christmas special for
his mom. Winston and Alvin form an
unlikely friendship, and big business in
a small town gets turned upside down.

December 4 - 9 7:00 PM
Matinee December 5 & 6 3:00 PM
Reserved Ticket Seating: $7, $8, $9

Performances at Sarasota Baptist Church, Proctor Road

For ticket info:
941-922-1449
www.sarasotachristmas.com

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hristmas Eve Candlelight Service
Worship with us on this special evening!
December 24
Proctor Road Campus
4:30, 5:30 & 6:30 PM
Lakewood Ranch Campus
4:30 & 5:30 PM

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 n i ty G r o u p s
Com m u A Message from Dr. Chad Keck

I can hardly believe that the holidays are already here! It just seems
like weeks ago that the campuses were filled with children learning
about God at one of our Vacation Bible School experiences or that I
was at our Student camp watching our students experience the power
of Christ as they studied and worshiped. But, here we are getting
ready to close another awesome year of ministry at Sarasota Baptist.

I want to challenge you to think about something important

for the next few months. With whom can I share Christ? The
holidays are a great reason to invite a friend to Sarasota
Baptist. During the holidays people are even more open to
talking about spiritual things. Be thinking about who needs
to know about Jesus. There will be many opportunities to
invite friends and family in the upcoming months. In
addition to our weekly Community Groups and worship
experiences, we offer Sarasota Christmas, Community
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Discovery Class
A class designed for prospective members of Sarasota Baptist Church and also,
for those wanting to know more about the church. The class, taught by Pastor
Mike and additional staff members, answers the following questions:
• What is the mission of Sarasota Baptist Church?
• What does it mean to be a Southern Baptist Church?
• How does my personality help me in ministry?
• What are and how can I apply the 5 spiritual disciplines necessary for spiritual maturity?
• What kind of ministries at SBC can I be a part of?
• What is my spiritual gift and how does it fit into the ministry of SBC?
• What do we believe at Sarasota Baptist Church?

Mark your calendar for Saturday, November 21 to join us at the Lakewood Ranch Campus
from 8 am – 4 pm.
It may be one of the best investments of your time. Breakfast, lunch and all teaching materials will be provided. At
the end of the class, an opportunity will be provided to commit to church membership.
Register online at www.SarasotaBaptist.com or call Stephanie Hayes at 922-1449.

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 Message from Dr. Chad Keck, continued

Group Christmas parties and our Christmas Eve Services. I challenge you to bring
a different friend to each of these three. Never forget the dividends are great when
we invest in eternity.

Speaking of investing, I want to thank you for your
giving and your support of God’s work that is being done here
at Sarasota Baptist this year. Your faithfulness and cheerfulness
in the area of giving during this difficult economic year has been
amazing! Please continue this faithfulness through the holidays and
into next year. Don’t forget that we do offer online giving on
our website as a resource for you.

I am excited about what the next two months will hold

for this church when we take the light of Christ and show
it to a dark world. Let us be on mission together as we
bring hope to a hurting world. In closing I want to
wish each of your families a Happy Thanksgiving and
a Merry Christmas.

Pastor Chad

Be a Part of Thanksgiving Blessings

Give the gift of love this Thanksgiving
as we collect canned goods and non-
perishables for needy families. This year
more families than ever are in need! Bring
your items to your community groups
or drop them in the bins in the lobbies.
Collection will be taken November 1
through November 22.

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 D-Now Weekend
“D-Now has changed something in my life,” says Brida Bamboim, 11th-grader. “It has made me realize that if I say
that I want to get to know God, I have to do something about it not just for one day, or the day after D-Now is over, but
for the rest of my life.”
D-Now Weekend pulled together 460 students from 16 local churches, including 150 SBC students and
approximately 210 adult and college leaders. The group met at Lakewood Ranch for large group sessions both Friday and
Saturday, which featured guest speaker David Nasser, and the Chris Coleman Band.
“What really impacted me the most was when David Nasser really expressed the importance of prayer and being in
God’s Word.” Said Kara Kress, also in 11th grade.
According to Rachael Callari, 9th grader, the weekend was “So awesome! The band really seemed to be here to
worship, not to perform. David Nasser is such a powerful speaker. I could feel God’s presence in this place as he spoke!”
When not together at the LRC campus, the groups were split into host homes by grade and gender during the
weekend, where they had Bible study time that mirrored the large group time topics. There was also scheduled quiet
time. “Our family host was awesome!” Remarked Brida.
If you notice some of our students wearing green and white bracelets, then you know that they have heard “A Call
to Die.” “This year we have chosen to use David Nasser’s book, A Call to Die, as a follow up to the weekend,” said PRC
Student Minister Jesse Bryan. “Through the book, the students agree to give up something for 40 days that will give them
more time to get into God’s Word.”
Students have chosen a variety of things to give up, like time spent on Facebook, texting, internet, TV, gossip, and
even college football. Says Bryan, “The goal is that the students will use this time to get into the Word and carry it beyond
the 40 days.
I have died, but Christ lives in me. And I now live by faith in
the Son of God, who loved me and gave his life for me.
Galatians 2:20 (CEV)

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High School
WInter Retreat
Pigeon Forge, TN
January 16-18, 2010
Check the Student Kiosk or website
for more details.
www.sarasotabaptist.com/students

In a generation that begs to be different, it is too easy to blend in. In a world that says you
must be true to yourself, it feels natural to fake your way through the day. The norm to live
in isolation and distraction from the truth has slowly evolved into apathy and numbness. In
2 Timothy 1:6 the Apostle Paul tells Timothy not to blend in but rather to stir it up! He
told him not to settle things down, but get things stirred! “Stir the gift of God that is within
you” is a command that could wake up an entire generation of students who have fallen
numb to the touch of God. What would happen if the gift of God, which has long settled
in the hearts of many in this generation, was stirred to action? We believe times such as
these call for a stirring such as this. Will you join us as we stir the gift and walk forward in
faith?

Middle School
Spring Retreat
W.O.W. Man Up!
March 5 -7 , 2010
Discover the path to become the Woman Of the Word and the
MAN that God created us to be. This is going to be an awesome
weekend filled with music, fun and God’s Word! If you are in middle
school make sure you sign up!
 S e c r e t ?
u K e e p a
Can Y o Secret Sisters
For over ten years a group of women have met together simply to meet new friends, share food and laughs,
and uplift each other. Secretly paired, they exchange simple gifts; and the sisterhood is not revealed until months have
gone by.
According to Sandy Wilson, who has organized the group for many years, “Secret Sisters has been a way for the
women of our church to meet other women in a setting that has nothing to do with church or Bible study. It is strictly a
fun time of chatter, food, laughs and new friendships.”
Secret Sisters will begin once more in Januay, and meet monthly until May. Registration begins November 15,
and all women are invited, regardless of age.
“I enjoyed meeting the younger women the most,” said
Barbara Murphy, a Secret Sister for five years. Barbara felt that she
knew all the women in her age group through the Plus Ministry,
but wanted to meet a variety of ladies in the church. “It gives you
a chance to meet another sister,” she added.
Secret Sisters is a 5 month commitment. Each
month the sisters meet in a member’s home for food, fun,
fellowship, and a small gift exchange. There are Luncheon and
Dinner groups that meet. The Luncheon group meets from
11:30 am to 1:30 pm and the Dinner group meets from 7:00
pm to 9:00 pm. There are usually ten to fifteen women in each

009 Groups
One of the 2
group.
The women complete a questionaire that includes the
demographics, hobbies, favoite colors, and more. Then they are secretly paired up with a ‘sister’ who’s identity
hopefully remains a secret until the final disclosure in May.
According to Barbara, the women have prayed each other through some tragic times. Yet there is a lot of
laughter and new friendships made. The meetings are thematic, and this year they are going to venture into a new
way of sharing the fun of being a Secret Sister. Instead of buying a traditional gift each month, new, more creative
exchanges are planned. White Elephant gifts, sweet treats, recipe sharing, and a book exchange are some of the new
ideas. The last month you may opt to buy an inexpensive gift for your Secret Sister.
If you are interested in becoming a Secret Sister, please contact Sandy Wilson at 923-3959, or email to
sandywilson@comcast.net.
Group Meeting Times
Registration begins Nov 15 and Ends Dec 13.

LUNCHEON PARTY (Once monthly 11:30AM to DINNER PARTY (Once monthly 7:00 PM to 9:00
1:30 PM) PM)
2nd Monday: 1/11, 2/8, 3/8, 4/12, 5/10 2nd Monday: 1/11, 2/8, 3/8, 4/12, 5/10
2nd Tuesday: 1/12, 2/9, 3/9, 4/13, 5/11 2nd Tuesday: 1/12, 2/9, 3/9, 4/13, 5/11

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 Finding Her Place t
o Serve
Claudia Williams
Every once in a while, a dedicated person comes
along and quietly finds their niche at SBC. Their
servant’s heart is appreciated by those they assist, but
their helping hands may go unnoticed by many of us.
Claudia Williams is just such a volunteer.
Both Claudia and Jody Knoten, Children’s
Ministry Assistant, have lost track of how many
years Claudia has volunteered in that department.
Both agree that it has been four or five years.
“We are like sisters,” Jody says. She
knows that she can count on Claudia’s faithfulness
noten each week.
ams and Jody K
Claudia WIlli Claudia remembers, shortly after
she began attending SBC in 2003, volunteering in
the Plus Ministry. Rich Payne, head of the workroom, asked her if she’d
consider volunteering in the Children’s Department.
“I can give a day a week to do that,” she decided. Since then, she’s a regular in the department, mostly on
Wednesdays. Her day consists of copying, cutting, and sorting Sunday School materials, set-up for AWANA, and
whatever else she’s asked to do.
Says Jody, “I accumulate piles of stuff that I save for her. That frees me up to do other things. Claudia sells
T-shirts and CD’s at Vacation Bible School time, takes inventory and unpacks orders, does computer entry, and even
runs errands when needed. She has also volunteered to sub for me when I was on vacation! Claudia has a great attitude,
is a joy to serve with and we have become good friends."
Before volunteering here at SBC, Claudia was a Commercial Loan Officer Assistant. She and her husband,
Robert, have lived in the Sarasota area for approximately 35 years.

Crossroads is a relatively new volunteer ministry within

our church designed to help us use our gifts and abili-
ties to help those in need. Sometimes in a church our
size, people who want to help never hear about the needs.
That’s where Crossroads comes in.
The Crossroads ministry is a support ministry that works with all our
other ministries in meeting the many practical needs of people and our church.
So, how can you be a part? It’s as simple as completing a survey that helps us know of your gifts, abilities, and availability.
It is that easy! Then, we match up tasks and opportunities for service with people who have a willingness to meet a need in a
particular area. The information from the survey is entered into a church database of volunteers and then we can easily match
people to tasks. If you are interested, please call the church office for more information.

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 t h e M i s s i o n F i e l d
Not e s f r o m
Guatemala
trip
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a t e this
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“T he trip to Guatemala was nothing short of amazing
m u e
uate ntig f th
r and filled with God’s love, power, and grace! After enjoying
A G ed to A roup o en, and a relaxing Sunday complete with a bilingual church service,
e a d a g i l d r i r
h ; h e
mer eir c . Th
lunch with great friends, and sightseeing in the town of
ed
sum lies, th adults includ Antigua, we spent the majority of the week serving in the
m i l e u r e a
fa ing nt t s Lord’s name. Most of the week was spent at a malnutrition
fe w s g adve eless a babie
a h g center for infants and young children. We were blessed
e e klon he hom ng wit leadin
w g t eract i ter , to have the opportunity to share God’s love with some
d i n t c e n a n d
fee er, in ition Schoo o.
l, beautiful babies and children. We held them, fed them,
e l t u t r
sh maln i b le l c an and loved on them. God grew my heart exponentially
B o
at a cation live
v through that experience. We also had the opportunity to
a a
a V uering serve dinner at a homeless shelter, where the children in our group
n q
co bonded with some of the children at the shelter and shared the gospel with
them. Another afternoon was spent leading a “mini” Vacation Bible School for children in
Antigua, many of whom live on the streets. We played games, performed a puppet show version of
“David and Goliath”, and gave a salvation message. What a great opportunity to laugh and have fun, while sharing
the good news about Jesus! The final day in Guatemala was spent conquering Pacaya, a local (active!) volcano. The
hike lasted seven hours, but the lessons I learned while on the hike will last a lifetime! Through my experiences in
Guatemala, I developed greater faith in the Lord and I saw Him
develop my patience, strength, and character. I am so thankful
to have had the opportunity to serve in His name, and I look
forward to seeing what He has in store for me next!
Kristen Petters
Below: The group conquers Pacaya, the active
volcano. Right: Spencer Crosby with one of the
babies at the malnutrition center.

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Guatemala,
Continued

Southern

Asia
Right: Rodney
Crosby with a local
woman in Antigua.
Middle: Downtown
Antigua
Below: The group
“We have just returned from our
leading a mini Vaca- trip to Southern Asia where we taught
tion Bible Study .
Conversational English to over 40
school teachers. We were stationed
in a small village. We were the first
group to teach this curriculum there.
Jeffrey from Stark, Florida went
with us and served in a nearby city.
We were not allowed to openly
evangelize, but we are allowed to
answer questions. We can assure
you that our students now know
who Jesus is, what he has done
for us, how to receive Him and
what a real Christian looks like.
Darkness does not overcome light.
We were well received by our
students and the local educational
establishment. We were welcomed
into several homes for meals.
We were even featured on local
television as we led English Corners.
Please pray that the seeds we planted
will receive water and care, so they
might mature and change lives.
We do know of some in another
city whose lives were changed.

Joe and Mary

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 f E v e n t s
g a s b or d o
A Sm o r
Food Service Ministry

Serving
the Survivors
As you may know, we served brunch to
Breast Cancer Survivers after the Sarasota
Manatee Making Strides Against Breast
Cancer 5K walk that took place at the
lakewood ranch polo grounds on October
24. What a great opportunity to be a
part of our community in such a big
way. We fed over 300 survivors and
their guests.
ciardi
e f R ic Ric
h Ch
Churc Semper Fi.

Christmas time
means serving the Sarasota
Christmas performers. What a wonderful time of
the year! If you would like to serve with the food
service ministry, contact Chef Ric at
rricciardi@sarasotabaptist.com

Save the Date!

You don’t want to miss the 2010 Beast Feast!
Saturday
February 27, 2010
Be sure to bring a friend!

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Pecan Pumpkin Pie/Cake
1 (15 oz.) can.......pumpkin solid pack
1 (12 oz.) can .......evaporated milk
3/4 cup................sugar
2 .........................eggs
½ pkg. .................yellow cake mix
1/2 cup................melted butter
1 cup....................chopped pecans or walnuts
2 teaspoons...........Pumpkin Pie Spice
1/2 teaspoon ........salt

1. Line a 9x13 pan with

parchment paper and
spray with Pam.
2. Mix pumpkin, milk,
sugar, eggs,pumpkin pie
spice, and salt. Beat with an electric mixer for two min-
utes. Pour into pan.
3. Sprinkle with cake mix and drizzle melted butter over
everything.
4. Bake at 350º about 35 minutes or until knife in center
comes out clean.
5. Cool completely and invert onto tray. Remove parch-
ment paper carefully.
6. Serve with whipped topping.
- Ric Ricciardi

www.churchchef.com
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 J a n u a r y
i n g i n
Com
Missions Celebration
January 28 - 31
Connecting ALL Nations to Christ
Psalm 2 : 8

Mark you calendars for all of the events planned for our Missions Celebration Weekend. Here
are some of the events scheduled:

Thursday, January 28
Plus Ministry Golf Tournament at Bobby Jones Golf Club This tournament is to benefit the
Youth Mission Fund. After the tournament there will be an awards dinner at the Proctor Road
Campus at 6:00 PM.

Friday, January 29
Youth NightActivities and a special speaker are planned. Stay tuned for more information.

Friday and Saturday, January 29 & 30

Local Mission Projects Days The Mission Dept. will have some projects available for community
groups or families to volunteer. You may also plan your own mission project if you know of a need in
the community.

Sunday, January 31
Pastor Mike will be our Missions Speaker for Sunday Morning Service. Local and international
Missionaries will visit Community Groups to share about their ministries.
Sunday Evening Mission Celebration Service with special speaker, Carrie McDonnall. Service
is at 5:30 PM at the Proctor Road Worship Center. Ms. McDonnall is a missionary to the Middle
East and the author of the book, “Facing Terror”. Carrie and her husband David served in Iraq in
2004. While serving the Lord there this couple, along with three coworkers, were ambushed in
the northern city of Mosul. Since then Carrie has been on a journey she never dreamed she would
have to endure. Don’t miss this dynamic speaker as she shares her story and how God’s Love and
Faithfulness helps her to carry on in the work He has for her to do.
After the service, plan to join us in the gym for the Mission Fair. Enjoy a time of visiting with all
the missionaries and learning about their ministries.

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 Christmas
Celebration !
December 11
December 11 On the Road with
Enjoy an evening of fine food, thePlus Ministry
fabulous music with Art Hallett
and fantastic fellowship. Get Away
Nov. 20 & 21 to Ft. Myers
Invite your friends to celebrate
with us at Heritage Oaks Country
Club, 6:30 PM. Join us as we head down to Ft.
Myers to enjoy the performance
Cost: $25.00per person of “A Christmas Carol” at the
Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
and then stay the night at the
Courtyard Marriott.
Star Lite Cost: $165.00 includes 1 night
at the Marriott, 2 tickets to the
Luau Lunch Cruise Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre
and breakfast at the hotel.

Golf Tournament
Don’t miss the January 28
Hawaiian Luau Lunch
Cruise January 15. Join the Plus Ministries Golf
Enjoy a time out in
the beautiful waters Tournatment and help benefit
of the Gulf and the Youth Mission Trip fund. Held
be entertained by at Bobby Jones Golf Club, with
Charlie Ho and friend.
He will take you to an Awards dinner at Proctor Road
the islands through Auditorium at 6:00pm
the traditional songs
and dances of Watch for Details!
Polynesia and Tahiti
with a side of humor.
Cost: $35.00per
person

Lithuanian Mission Trip

Join the team that will be headed to Lithuania March 1 - 15, 2010.
Don’t miss this great opportunity to reach the Lithuanian people for
Christ. Evangelizing and church starting are in the plans. Contact the
Missions Dept. for all the details.
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 h e N e x t S t e p
Tak i n g t
Something for Everyone By Terri Burnside
On Wednesday evenings at
both campuses we offer short-term
(1 to 13 weeks) topical studies to
help you grow spiritually. We call
these Next Step Classes. We offer
Bible studies, support groups, and
classes in parenting, biblical financial
stewardship, marriage and more.
Occasionally, we also offer craft classes
or show a movie.
The schedule of classes offered
changes frequently. The best place to
find the most up to date information
is at sarasotabaptist.com, under Small
Groups. You can also pick up a Next
Step Guide at the Proctor Rd Adult
Kiosk or at the Information Desk on
both campuses.
In November and December
we cut back on the number of classes
offered due to the holidays. However,
our General Bible studies on each
campus are always available for anyone
to drop in any week. In January, we
will kick off the year with a variety of
new classes, so plan now to start 2010
meeting new people and growing in a
Next Step Class.

Surviving the Holidays

The holidays can be difficult for those experiencing separation, divorce or the loss of a loved one. These
seminars will help you survive the holidays; find strength and healing, and provide tools for moving forward. Each
seminar includes video counseling from experts with reflections of people who have made it through, followed
by small group discussion. Receive a Survival Guide with 30 daily readings to help with your emotions, finding
strength, holiday preparations, managing relationships, finding the true meaning of the season and how to use the
holidays for healing. Seminar Cost: $5
Each seminar is repeated on three different dates
Sunday, November 8 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm (Proctor Rd.)
Sunday, November 22 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm (Lakewood Ranch)
Thursday, December 3 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm (Proctor Rd.)

Childcare for children ages birth through 5th grade is available

by prior reservation only and at a cost of $5 per child. Childcare
reservations must be made by November 2nd, 16th or 30th. For more
information or to reserve childcare, contact Sharon Pierce at 941-922-
1449 or spierce@sarasotabaptist.com.

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REGULAR EVENTS
Sundays:
Worship Services:
UPCOMING EVENTS 8:30 & 10:00 AM - PRC*
11:00 AM - LRC**
Community Groups:
Nov. 20 - 21 PLUS Get-Away to Ft. Myers 8:30 & 10:00 AM - PRC*
Nov. 21 Discovery Class - LRC 9:30 AM - LRC**
Dec. 4 - 9 Humbug: Sarasota Christmas Student Activities:
Dec. 11 PLUS Christmas Celebration 5:30 PM - PRC*
6:00 PM - LRC**
Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Services
Dec. 24 - Jan 1 Church offices closed Wednesdays:
Dec. 31 2009 SBC Contributions due in office 5:30 PM: Dinner - Worship Centers
6:30 PM: Next Step Classes,
Students. Children,
Preschool, Music
Rehearsals

* Proctor Road Campus * * Lakewood Ranch Campus

7091 Proctor Road 5600 Deer Drive
Sarasota, FL 34241 Sarasota, FL 34240

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