Handbook
A special note from Pastor:
I would like to thank you for your love for our Lord Jesus Christ, your involvement in His Work, and your concern for the children and youth that God has placed under our care. I want you to know that your sacrifice is not taken lightly. I am convinced that there is a special reward in Heaven reserved for those who offer to the Lord that which involves some cost to themselves, either in time or money or both. As a fellow servant I greatly appreciate those who come alongside of me and others in leadership in this church in order to see Christ’s will accomplished in our lives and in the lives of those to whom we minister. It is also my firmly held belief that ministering to young people is both a sacred trust and a tremendous privilege. We have the ability to make a difference, not only in our generation but in those that follow us. Let us do what must be done decently and in order. Let us serve our Lord with diligence, purity, sincerity, and wisdom. Thank you for your commitment! May God bless you as we serve Him together.
Thank you, Pastor Tommy Turnbow
> Is a believer, having accepted Jesus Christ as personal Savior.
John 3:3 - Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.
> Has been immersed as a believer in Jesus Christ by the authority of a church of like faith and practice, and is currently an active, participating member of the First Baptist Church of Webster. An active, participating member is one who is present and involved in the services of this church and not just those in which leadership positions are held. Ministry leaders are expected to attend this church!
Acts 2: 38,42,47 - 38 Then Peter said unto them, Repent, and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the remission of sins, and ye shall receive the gift of the Holy Ghost. 42 And they continued stedfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship, and in breaking of bread, and in prayers. 47 Praising God, and having favour with all the people. And the Lord added to the church daily such as should be saved.
> Believes that the Bible is the inspired Word of God and that it is to be interpreted literally. All teaching will be done from the King James Version of the English Bible.
2 Timothy 3:16-17 - 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: 17 That the man of God may be perfect, throughly furnished unto all good works.
> Portrays Christ in daily life by precept and example. Seeks to be identified with the Lord Jesus Christ and not with the world. Avoids questionable or worldly behavior, both on church property and off, and seeks to live so that others may see Jesus Christ in his/her life.
> Teaches and practices tithing and free-will giving in his/her class.
Malachi 3:10 10 Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, That there may be meat in mine house, And prove me now herewith, saith the Lord of hosts, If I will not open you the windows of heaven, And pour you out a blessing, that there shall not be room enough to receive it.
Matthew 23:23 23 Woe unto you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! for ye pay tithe of mint and anise and cummin, and have omitted the weightier matters of the law, judgment, mercy, and faith: these ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone.
Luke 11:42 42 But woe unto you, Pharisees! for ye tithe mint and rue and all manner of herbs, and pass over judgment and the love of God: these ought ye to have done, and not to leave the other undone.
> Cooperates fully with the Pastor, Trustees, Educational Director, Sunday School Superintendent, Youth Director, officers and other teachers or leaders of our church in order to maintain a spirit of order and unity.
1 Corinthians 3:9 9 For we are labourers together with God: ye are God’s husbandry, ye are God’s building.
> Maintains contact with the members for which he/she is responsible (see Procedures below), as well as with prospects for Christ and the Church. Through visits, cards, letters, telephone calls etc. attempts to learn first hand about their homes and lives in order to minister more effectively to them.
Ephesians 6:7 7 With good will doing service, as to the Lord, and not to men:
> Diligently attempts to foresee absences or other hindrances to the accomplishing of assigned duties by contacting the department superintendent or pastor at least the day before the foreseen absence in order to procure a substitute.
1 Corinthians 4:2 2 Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.
> Follows assigned curriculum or teaching guides when such are provided, and maintains order and neatness in the classroom. (Please store materials in closets or storage areas and do not leave loose materials lying around.)
2 Timothy 3:16 16 All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:
> Studies the Bible faithfully in order to increase knowledge of the Word and spiritual awareness.
2 Timothy 3:15 15 And that from a child thou hast known the holy scriptures, which are able to make thee wise unto salvation through faith which is in Christ Jesus.
> Encourages those under his/her leadership to be faithful and active in the services and activities of the church.
Hebrews 10:24-25 24 And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: 25 Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
> Leans on the Lord Jesus Christ as his/her strength and follows the Holy Spirit as his/her guide in the accomplishing of Scriptural tasks and standards.
Philippians 4:13 13 I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
> Tracking & Contact Procedures Note absentees.
1. After first absence, pupil should be contacted by card or telephone.
2. After second absence, teacher should contact pupil PERSONALLY by telephone or, preferably, a visit.
3. After third absence give name and address to Pastor or Department Superintendent.
4. After four absences, move them to “inactive” roster.
> Tracking & Contact Procedures Contacting Visitors:
1. After first visit – Personal contact.
2. After second visit – card.
3. After third visit – add to active list, give name and address to Pastor or Department Superintendent.
Thank you! We pray that God continues to bless you for your service and our children through your service.
The following qualifications and guidelines are set forth by the First Baptist Church of Webster in order to insure, to the best of our ability, an environment conducive to the spiritual growth of all concerned. We realize the importance, privilege, and responsibility of Serving our Lord Jesus Christ through the positions of leadership that God has entrusted to us. It is therefore expected that those holding positions of spiritual leadership accept and adhere to the following:
1 Corinthians 6:19-20 19 What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost which is in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own? 20 For ye are bought with a price: therefore glorify God in your body, and in your spirit, which are God’s.
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