OLGA BAPTIST CHURCH
2364 South Olga Drive
Fort Myers, Florida  33905

Welcome Please welcome Rev. Darrell Stephenson as interim pastor here at Olga Baptist Church. We are so pleased to have Bro. Darrell and his wife Eunice in our church family.

OUTREACH Check our [ BULLETIN ] regularly for OUTREACH opportunities.  Members and others who need our prayers, calls, visits.  Reach out to those in need.

Pastor Search Committee Statement: The committee asks that you pray that God will guide them in seeking a new pastor. Pastor Search Committee will meet on January 22, 2012 at 3:00 pm to discuss candidates for the pastor position.

With Sympathy We wish to extend Christian sympathy to Helen Cody and family as we remember Bill Cody who went home to be with the Lord on January 8, 2012.

Covered Dish Dinner Fellowship February 15, 2012 6:15 PM prior to Business Meeting

Business Meeting February 15, 2012 7:00 PM

Our Deacons:  If you are in need of prayer, visitation or assistance please contact or see one of our Deacons: Ken Summerall (Chairman), Don Easterly, Jack Davis, and Duane Lietha

[ SEE BULLETIN ]
for contact information/phone numbers of Deacons

THE LORD'S SUPPER (COMMUNION) April 29, 2012 in the  Morning Worship Service

Thanks to our Weekly Workers and Volunteers  Children's Church Counting Committee Nursery Workers and Others [ SEE BULLETIN ] for names of workers/volunteers

If you are a member of our church and your birthday and/or
anniversary was left out of the BULLETIN, please let us know.

Praying for Salvation

Who do you know anybody that needs Christ as Savior?
Are you praying for them?!

A Great Day in Sunday School: "Catch the Excitement" Join us for Bible Study every Sunday at 9:45 AM

Tape Ministry: Our worship services are recorded and available upon request.  If you have missed a service, or want to share the service with someone, let Don (the guy in the sound booth) know you would like a tape.

Covered Dish Fellowship: 3rd Wednesday of each month (except for June, July, & August) at 6:15 PM prior to Business Meeting (UON)***.

THE LORD'S SUPPER (COMMUNION) Date (5th Sunday) in the  Morning Worship Service

Covered Dish Dinner Fellowship 3rd Wednesday of Each Month except June, July, & August 6:15 PM prior to Business Meeting (UON)***

Business Meeting 3rd Wednesday of Each Month 7:00 PM (UON)***

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***(UON) = Unless Otherwise Noted

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HOME, Takes you back to the front entry page with picture of our church

OUR FAITH, 2000 Baptist Faith & Message Statement.

RECENT OR PAST EVENTS,  Our recent and past events have been moved to an archive page of their own.

LEADERS,  Officers, Committees, Sunday School Teachers, and Other Leaders.

NEWSLETTER EXCERPTS,  Tidbits of information (recipes, words of wisdoms, etc.) saved from past and previous Newsletters.

LOCAL FIREFIGHTERS APPRECIATION, Insert for our Firefighter's Appreciation Kit.

Ann & Tom's 65th Wedding Anniversary:  Photos taken at celebration reception August 12, 2006, 2:00 PM.

Ice Cream Social 2003:  was Sunday evening, August 3, 2003, 6:00 PM.

Ice Cream Social 2005:  was Sunday evening, August 7, 2005, 6:00 PM.

Ice Cream Social 2006:  was Sunday evening, August 6, 2006, 6:00 PM.

HOBO DINNER 2005:  Hobo Stew served in cans.  Fall celebration with lots of Christian Fellowship and delicious food.

HOBO DINNER 2008:  Hobo Stew served in cans.  Fall celebration with lots of Christian Fellowship and delicious food.

LADIES FELLOWSHIP 2008:  Ladies Lunches

Fall Festival 2004:  Fall Festival for Kids and Kids at Heart

VBS 2002, "Amazon Outfitters" June 10 - 14, 2002 Vacation Bible School 2002

VBS 2004, June 7th thru 11th, 2004   "Far Out Far East Rickshaw Rally - Race to the Son"  Vacation Bible School 2004

VBS 2005, June 6th thru 10th, 2005   "Ramblin Road Trip"  Vacation Bible School 2005

VBS 2007, June 4th thru 8th, 2007   "Game Day Central"  Vacation Bible School 2007

VBS 2008, July 21st thru 25th, 2008   "Outrigger Island"  Vacation Bible School 2008

VBS 2009, July 20th thru 24th, 2009   "Boomerang Express"  Vacation Bible School 2009

Easter  2004:  Easter Sunrise Service at Franklin Locks and other Easter events that day.

Easter  2007:  Easter Sunrise Service at Franklin Locks and other Easter events that day.

Homecoming 2003:  (1959 - 2003) was celebrated on October 12, 2003 and the theme was "The Old Fashioned Gospel"

Homecoming 2006:  (1959 - 2006) was celebrated on October 9, 2006 and the theme was "Praise God"

MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE, May 28, 2000.  Remembering those who served  Mr. Solon Duncan, a POW during the Korean conflict for more than two years.

Christmas Dinner 2003

Christmas Dinner 2006

Christmas CANTATA 2006

Christmas Dinner 2008

Shoe Box Photos - Operation Christmas Child

REVIVAL - 2003 Revival was held February 28th - March 2nd.  Evangelist Reggie Payte from Hot Springs, Arkansas was our guest speaker.  Reggie not only preached "The Word of God", but he also sang and brought great joy through his piano playing.  Dinner on the Grounds: followed the  morning "revival" service on March 2, 2003.

Sign Dedication Day was held February 23, 2003, Sunday following the morning worship service.

VALENTINE BANQUET - 2003 was held on February 8th, 6:00 PM.  BBQ Chicken/Beef/Pork/ Dinner consumed.  It was a night of Fun, Food, Games and Fellowship. 

VALENTINE BANQUET - 2004

VALENTINE BANQUET - 2007

Southern Baptist Convention website

Southern Baptist Convention Prayer Site

North American Mission Board        Prayer Line is 800-554-PRAY

The 24-hour prayer line, 1 800 554-PRAY or the PRAYERLINE is another way to join other Southern Baptists by calling to receive current missionary prayer requests for immediate prayer.

Southern Baptist Convention
Annual Meeting 2000

To Read the new 2000 Baptist Faith & Message:

North American Missions Board, SBC

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AN EASTER TRILOGY

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Many well-meaning people forward these type of messages on a daily basis without a second thought.

So What is the Harm in Forwarding this Stuff Anyway - Plenty!!

Article from AgapePress
Christian Newswire Service:
Why Are Americans So Naïve

If you're not sure what is and isn't true and you are really serious about being more truthful, desiring to develop a sense of Christian discernment, then arm yourself with even more resources at "The Christian Arsenal's Urban Legends" webpage which has many links to help you be truthful and to not tarnish your Christian testimony.  The whole truth and nothing but the truth.

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Olga Baptist Church
Church Covenant
Adopted by the Church
September 21, 1988

Having been led as we believe by the Spirit of God to receive the Lord Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior and, on the profession of our faith, having been baptized in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, we do now in the presence of God and this assembly most solemnly and joyfully enter into covenant with one another as one body in Christ.

We engage, therefore, by the aid of the Holy Spirit to walk together in Christian love; to strive for the advancement of this church in knowledge, holiness, and comfort; to promote its prosperity and spirituality; to sustain its worship, ordinances, doctrines, and discipline; to contribute cheerfully and regularly to the support of the ministry, the expenses of the church, and the relief of the poor, and the spread of the gospel through all nations.

We also engage to maintain family and secret devotions; to religiously educate our children; to seek the salvation of our kindred and acquaintances; to walk circumspectly in the world; to be just in our dealings, faithful in our engagements, and exemplary in our deportment; to avoid all tattling, backbiting, and excessive anger; to abstain from the sale of and use of intoxicating drinks as beverage; to use our influence to combat the abuse of drugs and the spread of pornography; and to be zealous in our efforts to advance the kingdom of our Savior.

We further engage to watch over one another in brotherly love; to remember one another in prayer; to aid one another in sickness and distress; to cultivate Christian sympathy in feeling and Christian courtesy in speech; to be slow to take offense, but also ready for reconciliation and mindful of the rules of our Savior to secure it without delay.

We moreover engage that when we remove from this place we will as soon as possible unite with some other church where we can carry out the spirit of this covenant and the principles of God’s Word.

[ Printable Version ] of our Covenant

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ADULT CO-ED
SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS NEWSLETTER

Teacher:  Dennis Riggs      Substitutes:  Tim Motis & Nancy Davis

Adults, we are using the following literature, theme, and schedule.  However, you do not need this literature to come and study with us.   You can read the scripture below if you would like to be prepared, but we would be happy to have you study with us regardless and encourage you come and join in with us.

Our Literature: Explore the Bible - Adult Learner Guide

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How to Become A Christian

Jesus Christ was with God the Father before the world was created.  He became human and lived among humanity as Jesus of Nazareth.   He came to show us what God the Father is like.  He lived a sinless life, showing us how to live; and He died upon a cross to pay for our sins.  God raised Him from the dead.

Jesus is the source of eternal life.  Jesus wants to be the doorway to new life for you.  In the Bible He was called the "Lamb of God (John 1:29).  In the Old Testament, sacrifices were made for the sins of the people.  Jesus became the sacrificial lamb offered for your sin.

Jesus said, "I am the way and the truth and the life.  No one comes unto the Father except through me"  (John 14:6).   He is waiting for you now.

• Admit to God that you are a sinner.   Repent, turning away from your sin.

• By faith receive Jesus Christ as God's Son and accept Jesus' gift of forgiveness from sin.  He took the penalty for your sin by dying on the cross.

• Confess your faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.

You may pray a prayer similar to this as you call on God to save you:  "Dear God, I know that you love me.  I confess my sin and need of salvation.  I turn away from my sin and place my faith in Jesus as my Savior and Lord.  In Jesus' name I pray, amen."

After you have received Jesus Christ into your life, tell a pastor or another Christian about your decision.  Show others your faith in Christ by asking for baptism by immersion in your local church as a public expression of your faith.

Author:  Found on the inside cover of our Explore the Bible Adult Learner Guide Spring 2001 by LifeWay

How can a person have God's forgiveness, heaven & eternal life, and Jesus as personal Savior and Lord?  By trusting in Christ and asking Him for forgiveness.  Take the step of faith described by another meaning of FAITH:

Forsaking All I Trust Him.

Then tell someone about the important decision you have made.  Grow in your faith and enjoy new friends in Christ by becoming part of His church and attending the Sunday School class a church has just for you.

Author:  Found on the inside cover of our Explore the Bible Adult Learner Guide Fall 2002 by LifeWay

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