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First Baptist Church of Oregon City
819 John Adams Street, Oregon City, Oregon 97045
NEW MAILING ADDRESS:P.O. Box 1686
Oregon City, OR 97045
June 2015
Volume 17 Issue 6
503-656-3854
e-mail: baptist.church@comcast.net
Website: www.1baptistchurch.org
Pastor John’s Message
Senior Pastor John Aman can be reached at 503-656-3854
or chocojohn27@gmail.com.
One Great Hour of Sharing Offering
It’s that time of year again when we are given the marvelous opportunity to share in the
abundance of needs of our sisters and brothers by contributing to One Great Hour of Sharing.
By the grace of God, all of us have the power to give, and the gifts we give make the world
more the way God intended it to be - a place where everyone has what they need. Together,
we can achieve a fair balance on this planet we all share, giving right back to God what God
has so richly bestowed upon us.
The Apostle Paul modeled this ecumenical offering in his Second Letter to the Corinthians,
making an appeal to the early Christian communities to respond to those in Jerusalem who had
just experienced a devastating famine. Thus, Paul’s ecumenical, church-wide offering was not
only practical in leveraging funds so they could make the most impact, together, but it was also
one of the first visible expressions of the early Chruch’s unity in Christ. This offering, or
ministry, was a way for Paul to model the unity of all believers and to provide a pragmatic
mechanism for demonstrating their care and concern for one another - even if they did not
know each other personally. Just as we do through the One Great Hour of Sharing.
The One Great Hour of Sharing offering reaches those near and far, sometimes changing the
life of someone in distress in your own congregation or community, and at other times
impacting the lives of those we may never meet but who are in desperate need of our
compassion and generosity. God provides the gifts and resources so that we can give back.
It’s not the size of the gift that matters; it’s that we give of what we have. We’re simply giving
back to God what is already God’s - and everyone has a gift to bring!
“For if the eagerness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has - not according
to what one does not have. I do not mean that there should be relief for others and pressure on
you, but it is a question of a fair balance between your present abundance and their need, so
that their abundance may be for your need, in order that there may be a fair balance”
(2 Corinthians 8:12-15). The Message translates it this way, “Nothing left over to the one with
the most; nothing lacking to the one with the least.”
As the Church in the world, through One Great
Hour of Sharing, we have the opportunity to act in
one accord as the body of Christ, to ensure that
all of God’s children have what they need. This
is the offering that Paul was promoting, and this
is still our ministry, all these centuries
later. Together, we will achieve a fair balance,
bringing about a world the way God intended it to
be.
Offering envelopes are available in the Sunday
bulletins during the month of June.
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Hey kids! Join us for KidChurch
every Sunday morning!
We start by singing with our church family
during the worship service at 10:30 am.
Then head downstairs to start the adventure!
See you there!
(KidChurch is just for kids! All kids who are 3
years old through 5th grade are welcome!)
KidChurch in June
67: God gives us courage to carry out His plans.
Exodus1:22-2:10
614: God gives us help with difficult tasks
Exodus 3:1-4:17
621: God is more powerful than presidents and
kings. Exodus 7:14-10:29
628: God helps those who trust in him.
Exodus 11:1-12:30
Vacation Bible School
Theme: “Diving Into God’s Love”
Mission Focus: H.O.P.E.
Kicks off with our
ALL CHURCH PICNIC
Rivercrest Park
July 19 at 12:30
Followed by an all church fun
field day and prizes for all.
VBS will continue Monday July 20
and Tuesday July 21,
11am-1 pm in the park.
Water and sack lunch provided.
Please bring a non-perishable food
item for our H.O.P.E. pantry.
Join us Sunday mornings at 10:30am.
June 13th KidChurch Field Trip
to Camp Arrah Wanna!!!!!
Kids need to bring an adult partner.
We’ll leave our church at 10:30 am
Please pack a sack lunch for your child.
We will provide the water.
We plan to be back by 1:30 pm
Come get a glimpse of our
Baptist Campground, and give your child
a taste of what’s in store for them this
summer if he or she choses to go to camp.
There are funds available to help
send your child to camp.
Talk to Virginia or call the church office.
Virginia will be up at camp
for part of the summer as well.
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MISSION NEWS
Corner
International Ministries is once again offering their
Matching Funds Program from now until June 15th.
Every donation from an individual will be DOUBLED!
That means if you donate $25 to Ingrid RoldanRoman, they will match it and make it $50! Thank
you for prayerfully supporting Ingrid with your financial
gifts and your love and support.
Write checks to:
International Ministries
memo: Ingrid Roldan-Roman
P.O. Box 851
Valley Forge, PA 19482
The “Jacobs” in the World
by Ingrid Roldan-Roman
At 10 am on November 27, 2014, my friend
Elia had twin boys! I was asked to help name
them, and we named them Jacob and Esau.
Two months later Esau became sick, but they
did not take him to the hospital, and a few
days later, he died. His parents agreed that I
should take Jacob to my house. He had the
same symptoms as his brother. We took him
to the hospital and for 4 days they treated
him. Then they sent him to my house with
the recommendation that he would benefit
from the services of “Nutre Hogar” (House of
Nutrition), a place designed for young children under three years who show symptoms
of serious malnutrition. In time, Jacob began
to improve. On April 16 he returned to my
house again for a month. I trust that this
month of transition before he returns to his
community and his family will complete
Jacob’s recovery. God has done a miracle.
There are many “Jacobs” in the world who
represent Christ on the earth with their arms
extended with hope for the beautiful hands
of those who help them survive. In the 14
years in which God has taken me to this little
place in Changuinola, Bocas del Toro, Panama,
God has given me the privilege of responding
to these extended arms, to carry and comfort
them in different life situations. I give thanks
to God for allowing me to represent Him. I
give thanks for you my faithful donors for
your prayers and generous contributions.
Youngchurch Swim Party
Wednesday, June 24th, 2-4 pm
Oregon City Pool (1211 Jackson St.)
Come hang out and swim with us! We'll
meet outside the pool at 2 pm
If you come late,
please bring $3 for admission.
YOUNGCHURCH Beach Retreat
July 14-17th, 2015
YOUNGCHURCH students, join us for a
Bible retreat at the beach! We'll dive in to
God's Word, spend time really getting to
know one another, and have fun exploring the
Our H.O.P.E. pantry is in need of:
Coffee, canned corn
& chicken noodle soup.
Please bring your donated items to
the H.O.P.E. bin in the foyer.
Financial gifts are welcomed also!
THANK YOU!
Oregon Coast! The cost is $20. Registration
forms are due by the end of June.
Limit 18 students
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YOUNGCHURCH
Youth Group Calendar
JUNE 2015
Follow us on
acebook!
facebook.com/youngchurch.orcity
And check out our website!
WED. 6/3
GROUP, 7-8:30
WED. 6/10
GROUP, 7-8:30
WED. 6/17
GRAD NIGHT, 7-8:30
WED. 6/24
SWIM PARTY, 2-4
High School GROUP &
Middle School GROUP
Every Wednesday, 7-8:30pm
Bring a friend and both you and your friend get a prize!
With graduation upon us, I thought this month I
would talk about a few of our graduates. These
three ladies have been a big part of our youth
group for several years, and I'm blessed to know
each one of them.
back and visit Oregon to walk with her graduating
class, and to visit her family and church! She is also
looking forward to her first summer in New Mexico,
with the hot weather and swimming pools, and celebrating her 18th birthday. Cassi is a wonderful student, whom we miss very much. She is devoted to
her friends and family, and is funny, honest, and
brave. I am excited to see her when she comes to
visit, and I'm looking forward to seeing where the
future takes her.
Some of you probably know Ashley Adams. She
has worked in our nursery, and attended Sunday
morning services many times. Ashley started coming to this church four years ago. Her friend Juan
and her little brother, Cody, told her about us and
she wanted to see what it was like, and she has
been coming faithfully ever since.
Ashley has been taking college classes at CCC this
year, and would like to continue her studies
towards an Associates degree in General Studies.
She then plans to transfer to another school to
work towards a Bachelors degree in Criminal
Justice.
Ashley would really love to travel and study
abroad. Her goal is to study towards her degree in
Ireland.
On a personal note, Ashley is the happiest person I
know. She is just a joy to be around - you would
never know that she has bad days, because of the
permanent, genuine smile on her face. She is enthusiastic and outgoing, and she has all the makings of a great leader.
Bailey Schellhous has been a part of our church for
longer than either of us can remember - at least six
or seven years. She is a delightful young woman with
a heart for service. She wants to become an RN at
Doernbecher's Children's Hospital, and would love to
be a foster parent for toddlers. Bailey plans to study
at CCC, and then transfer to Mt. Hood Community
College after her first year. She hopes to spend the
summer traveling, exploring Oregon, and hopefully
having a small out-of-state vacation. Bailey is one of
the sweetest people I know. You may remember her
senior project last fall, when she collected toys for
foster children for Christmas. She is fiercely loyal to
her friends and family, and always has a smile and a
hug for anyone who needs it.
I feel so lucky to know these three special young
women. It has been wonderful getting to know
them over the last several years, watching as they've
matured and figured out their paths in life. I am confident that God is leading them where He wants
them to go, and that they are listening to His voice
as He guides them along the way.
"For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the
Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you,
plans to give you hope and a future."- Jeremiah 29:11
Melissa Meilinger
Youth Director
FBCOC
Like Ashley, I'm sure many of you also know
Cassi Brewer from Sunday worship. Cassi started
coming to church with her sisters Melissa and
Stephanie five years ago, and has been a solid
presence in our youth group ever since. Cassi finished up her high school studies a semester early,
and moved to New Mexico this past February,
where she will be attending Dona Ana Community
College this fall. She plans to study early childhood
education and development, and minor in business
and management. She is very excited to come
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YOU ARE INVITED TO
YOUNGCHURCH GRAD NIGHT &
ICE CREAM SOCIAL
KidChurch Field Trip to
Camp Arrah Wanna!!!!!
June 13, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
More information in the
KidChurch section on page 2.
Wednesday, June 17, 7 pm
The entire church family is invited
to this special evening with
YOUNGCHURCH commemorating
the end of the school year!
PLASTIC Model Club
Sat., June 13
10 am in the gym
For more information on Men’s
Ministries, contact Larry Cole
at 503-557-9874
MEN’S BASKETBALL IN THE GYM
Mondays 7-8:30 pm
Guys, invite your friends & neighbors.
MEN’S BREAKFAST
Saturday, June 20, 8:30 am
Guys, bring a friend and join us for
A good time of food & fellowship!
June 21, 2015
FBCOC Community
Block Party
DOVES
GAME DAY
Saturday, June 20, 2 pm
is coming soon!
Saturday, September 19
COFFEE GUYS
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
and Ladies Coffee
Tuesday, June 23,
10 am at Shari’s/Berry Hill.
Come enjoy a cup of coffee
and good fellowship.
If you would like to be on the planning
team for the BLOCK PARTY, please contact Pastor John. Our first meeting will be
scheduled soon.
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SUNDAYS:
Adult Sunday School: 9:30 am
Praise & Worship Service: 10:30 am
KidChurch: 10:30 am
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
1
Wednesday
3
2
Lock-Up:
Larry and Karyn Cole
Thursday
4
Friday
5
Saturday
6
H.O.P.E. 1-4 pm
H.O.P.E. Mtg, 9 am
7
8
Diaconate Board Mtg., 6 pm
YOUNGCHURCH,
7-8:30 pm
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10
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JUNE NEWSLETTER
ITEMS DUE
Men’s Basketball, 7 pm
14
15
Men’s Basketball, 7 pm
2 1
2 2
Stewardship Board, 7pm
YOUNGCHURCH,
7-8:30 pm
16
17
Ladies/Guy’s Coffee
10 am, Shari’s/Berry Hill
2 3
2 9
KidChurch Field Trip
10:30 am
PLASTIC MODEL
CLUB, 10 am
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19
2 0
Men’s Breakfast, 8:30 am
YOUNGCHURCH
GRAD NIGHT
7-8:30 pm
H.O.P.E. 1-4 pm
2 4
2 5
2 6
DOVES,2pm
2 7
H.O.P.E. 1-4 pm
YOUNGCHURCH
POOL PARTY, 2-4 pm
Men’s Basketball, 7 pm
2 8
H.O.P.E. 1-4 pm
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3 0
Men’s Basketball, 7 pm
There are 30 strawberries
hidden in this newsletter…
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Jeanie Adair
Emily Aman
6
Nick Basey
12
Austin Haver
Marilyn Millison
13
Seirra Cusack-Harper
Veronica Sawyer
15
Ilma Tomlin
17
Samantha Harper
19
Ryan Bjerke
21
Johnny Albert
25
Devin Mahoney
27
Bailey Schellhous
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Virginia Tondreau
How many can you find?
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Ken & Colleen Davis
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Pastor John & Kathy Aman
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Jim & Colette Leatherman
Tom & Mary Anne Lindstrom
ADULT MINISTRY
Adult Sunday School, Sunday’s 9:30 am
Adventurers 1 Class: “God’s Prophets Demand Justice”
Teacher: Mary Kunze.
Join the class this Sunday in the outer church office.
Adventurers 2 Class:
Jim Leatherman is currently leading a study in the Fireside Room.
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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
P.O. Box 1686
Oregon City, OR 97045-1956
(503) 656-3854
June 2015
Change Service Requested
TIME DATED MATERIAL
Nursery Ministries
Every Sunday 10:15 am-12 noon
Parents: You can get involved in Sunday School and the Worship Service and
rest assured that your young child is safe-and-sound in the care of our
excellent Nursery staff. (Nursery is open to infants and toddlers only, ages 1 - 36
months. Parents are asked to enroll older children in the KidChurch program.)
Enroll your child today and get connected!!!
YOUNGCHURCH
Hey kids! Join us for
KidChurch
every Sunday morning!
We start by singing with our church
family during the worship service at
10:30 am. Then, you’ll go with your
JOIN US FOR GROUP!
See you there!
Wednesdays (during school year), 7-8:30pm
th
Students in 6 grade - age 20: Join us for GROUP!
Here’s what you can expect on a typical GROUP night:
7:00 – Snacks and Hang-Out Time
7:10 – Wacky Games
7:50 – Bible Study
Find us on Facebook, or check out our website!
Ministry Staff:
Senior Pastor, John Aman
Admin. Assistant, Cherish DiLoreto
Music Director, Melissa Meilinger
Youth Director, Melissa Meilinger
Church Office Hours:
Wednesday- Friday, 8:30 am - 12 noon
PRAYER CHAIN
If you have a prayer need
and you would like it placed
on the PRAYER CHAIN,
please call or e-mail
SHARI SECOR,
503-518-1222 or
sharisark@aol.com
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(KidChurch is just for kids!
All kids who are 3 years old through
5th grade are welcome!)
IN THIS ISSUE...
Page 1
Page 2-3
Page 4
Page 5
Page 6
Page 7
Pastor John’s Message
KidChurch
Mission News Corner
YOUNGCHURCH EVENTS
MORE YOUNGCHURCH
Church Events
Church Calendar
Birthdays
Other Info