October 2009


October 2009
THOUGHTS FROM YOUR INTERIM PASTOR When first approached about being considered for the position of interim pastor I was a bit unsure how to respond. Now retired for two years from a pastorate where I served some twenty-three years, I have been fairly content to simply provide pulpit supply from time to time with congregations around our area. In addition, I had some other commitments which would have prevented my giving needed attention to a congregation on a regular basis. After spending two weeks with you, getting a bit acquainted with you and spending time in prayer, I felt very comfortable in accepting the invitation to be with you during this interim period. Because of some prior commitments, I will not be able to start on a regular basis until the fourth Sunday in October, though I will be present for many of the Wednesday evenings and weekday responsibilities during the month of October. During the past few weeks I have been praying for the well-being of Victory Baptist Church. I do covet your prayers in return. My hope is we can have a fruitful journey together. One member already shared with me his hope we could minister to one another during this interim period. Those were inspiring words. Ministry is not a one-way street. We are to minister to one another. Where will our journey take us? The only answer I can give is my belief if we are the body of Christians we are called to be then we will be blessed in the process. Our continual prayer should be “thy will be done.” Let us allow God to be our guide. I look forward to sharing this journey with you. Terry Freeman	CHURCH-WIDE FALL FESTIVAL Friday, October 30, 6-8pm Join us for a time of fellowship, as well as outreach to our community! We will have games, a cake walk, a costume parade (no scary costumes, please), hayrides, hot dogs & more! Most importantly, we will have the opportunity to share the love of Jesus with those who may not yet know him! Please join us and bring someone! For more information, contact Joyce Watts or Jim Barkley, joyce@vbclex.org or 273-8428.
VICTORY ANNIVERSARY Sunday, October 11, 6-9pm There will be a time of fellowship, fun & fireworks Sunday, October 11 from 6-9 pm. The church will provide the meat and beverages. A sign-up sheet for potluck sides & desserts is in Victory Central. For more information, see Pam King or Paula Shelton.
STUDENT MINISTRY (grades 6-12) Fall Retreat The students at Victory are excited about all the great things that have been happening since the beginning of the school semester. One of the events we are really excited about is this year's Fall Retreat. The students are leaving the church at 5:00pm on Friday, Oct 23 and staying overnight at Potter's Ranch, making smores, having fun, and to top it all off, working our way through a 9 acre corn maze. There are still space available for students to go on the Fall Retreat, but spots are limited. If any students, grades 6-12, are looking for a way to get connected with the student ministry, this is the perfect opportunity.	FLiP KIDS (K-5th Grade) LIVING INSIDE OUT Are you having fun *Living Inside Out*? We’re so excited about this new Sunday morning format! Our large-group time with Mrs. Traci is a great time of praise & worship, and a great way for you and your friends to learn more about Jesus. Mrs. Traci does a wonderful job sharing His love, and the Bible truths we need to learn. Looking forward to seeing you in the “big room” at 9:15. Don’t miss it!!
PRESCHOOL FOOTPRINTS Welcome Our Very Newest Blessings! Proud parents, Brian and LeeAnn, and proud big brothers, Jacob & Daniel, joyfully announce the birth of their newest family member!! Joshua Aaron Lewellen was born on September 16th! Travis and Vanessa White are celebrating the birth of their daughter, Cheyanne Olivia. Cheyanne was born on September 26! Congratulations to proud grandmother, Ana Orengo, too! Proud grandparents, Kirk & Vicki Judy, join very proud Aunt Jessica in announcing the birth of Jackson Kirk Judy. Jackson was born on Tuesday, September 22 to Justin & Jenna Judy and joins big sister, Georgia Lynn. Parent's Night Out! This is a great way to have a night out without any childcare costs! This is a couple’s baby-sitting co-op, so you will have the opportunity to go out and serve one another, too! For information on this great ministry opportunity, please contact Christina Cohen @ 230-2863.	WORSHIP MINISTRIES Ring In The Season Victory's handbell choir is re-forming for the Advent season, and we would love to involve as many of you as we can! If you are interested, contact Andrea Peach or Tim Stokes. Come Sing With The Worship Choir If you enjoy worshiping the Lord in song, we'd love to have you in the worship choir! We are open to singers middle-school through adult; note reading ability is helpful but not required. We are currently rehearsing on Sunday afternoons at 4:30, and an occasionally Wednesday evening at 7:30. Contact Tim Stokes for more information or to sign up! Variety Show - coming soon to a church near you! There has been a change of plans, and the Variety Show is now going to follow the Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov. 22. This is an opportunity to pull out your hidden skills, dust off those high-school skits, exchange your hairbrush for a microphone, and have some fun as a church family! Acts need to be submitted by Nov. 15; to submit an act, or if you have questions, contact Tim Stokes.
THURSDAY PRAYER Every Thursday morning at 6:00am, you are encouraged to join Tim Stokes in the sanctuary for a time of prayer for Victory, its leaders, its people, and its mission here in Lexington.
YOUNG AT HEART (ages 50+) Covered Dish Dinner Join us Thursday, October 8 at 6:00pm for a potluck dinner and program. Guests are always welcome!
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October 2009

THOUGHTS FROM YOUR INTERIM PASTOR

When first approached about being considered for the position of interim pastor I was a bit unsure how to respond. Now retired for two years from a pastorate where I served some twenty-three years, I have been fairly content to simply provide pulpit supply from time to time with congregations around our area. In addition, I had some other commitments which would have prevented my giving needed attention to a congregation on a regular basis. After spending two weeks with you, getting a bit acquainted with you and spending time in prayer, I felt very comfortable in accepting the invitation to be with you during this interim period. Because of some prior commitments, I will not be able to start on a regular basis until the fourth Sunday in October, though I will be present for many of the Wednesday evenings and weekday responsibilities during the month of October.

During the past few weeks I have been praying for the well-being of Victory Baptist Church. I do covet your prayers in return. My hope is we can have a fruitful journey together. One member already shared with me his hope we could minister to one another during this interim period. Those were inspiring words. Ministry is not a one-way street. We are to minister to one another. Where will our journey take us? The only answer I can give is my belief if we are the body of Christians we are called to be then we will be blessed in the process. Our continual prayer should be “thy will be done.” Let us allow God to be our guide.

I look forward to sharing this journey with you.

Terry Freeman

CHURCH-WIDE FALL FESTIVAL

Friday, October 30, 6-8pm
Join us for a time of fellowship, as well as outreach to our community! We will have games, a cake walk, a costume parade (no scary costumes, please), hayrides, hot dogs & more! Most importantly, we will have the opportunity to share the love of Jesus with those who may not yet know him! Please join us and bring someone! For more information, contact Joyce Watts or Jim Barkley, joyce@vbclex.org or 273-8428.

VICTORY ANNIVERSARY

Sunday, October 11, 6-9pm
There will be a time of fellowship, fun & fireworks Sunday, October 11 from 6-9 pm. The church will provide the meat and beverages. A sign-up sheet for potluck sides & desserts is in Victory Central. For more information, see Pam King or Paula Shelton.

STUDENT MINISTRY (grades 6-12)

Fall Retreat
The students at Victory are excited about all the great things that have been happening since the beginning of the school semester. One of the events we are really excited about is this year's Fall Retreat. The students are leaving the church at 5:00pm on Friday, Oct 23 and staying overnight at Potter's Ranch, making smores, having fun, and to top it all off, working our way through a 9 acre corn maze. There are still space available for students to go on the Fall Retreat, but spots are limited. If any students, grades 6-12, are looking for a way to get connected with the student ministry, this is the perfect opportunity.

FLiP KIDS (K-5th Grade)

LIVING INSIDE OUT
Are you having fun Living Inside Out? We’re so excited about this new Sunday morning format! Our large-group time with Mrs. Traci is a great time of praise & worship, and a great way for you and your friends to learn more about Jesus. Mrs. Traci does a wonderful job sharing His love, and the Bible truths we need to learn. Looking forward to seeing you in the “big room” at 9:15. Don’t miss it!!

PRESCHOOL FOOTPRINTS

Welcome Our Very Newest Blessings!
Proud parents, Brian and LeeAnn, and proud big brothers, Jacob & Daniel, joyfully announce the birth of their newest family member!! Joshua Aaron Lewellen was born on September 16th!

Travis and Vanessa White are celebrating the birth of their daughter, Cheyanne Olivia. Cheyanne was born on September 26! Congratulations to proud grandmother, Ana Orengo, too!

Proud grandparents, Kirk & Vicki Judy, join very proud Aunt Jessica in announcing the birth of Jackson Kirk Judy. Jackson was born on Tuesday, September 22 to Justin & Jenna Judy and joins big sister, Georgia Lynn.

Parent's Night Out!
This is a great way to have a night out without any childcare costs! This is a couple’s baby-sitting co-op, so you will have the opportunity to go out and serve one another, too! For information on this great ministry opportunity, please contact Christina Cohen @ 230-2863.

WORSHIP MINISTRIES

Ring In The Season
Victory's handbell choir is re-forming for the Advent season, and we would love to involve as many of you as we can! If you are interested, contact Andrea Peach or Tim Stokes.

Come Sing With The Worship Choir
If you enjoy worshiping the Lord in song, we'd love to have you in the worship choir! We are open to singers middle-school through adult; note reading ability is helpful but not required. We are currently rehearsing on Sunday afternoons at 4:30, and an occasionally Wednesday evening at 7:30. Contact Tim Stokes for more information or to sign up!

Variety Show - coming soon to a church near you!
There has been a change of plans, and the Variety Show is now going to follow the Thanksgiving Dinner on Nov. 22. This is an opportunity to pull out your hidden skills, dust off those high-school skits, exchange your hairbrush for a microphone, and have some fun as a church family! Acts need to be submitted by Nov. 15; to submit an act, or if you have questions, contact Tim Stokes.

THURSDAY PRAYER

Every Thursday morning at 6:00am, you are encouraged to join Tim Stokes in the sanctuary for a time of prayer for Victory, its leaders, its people, and its mission here in Lexington.

YOUNG AT HEART (ages 50+)

Covered Dish Dinner
Join us Thursday, October 8 at 6:00pm for a potluck dinner and program. Guests are always welcome!