EX^LT
EX^LT is a college age ministry at FBC designed for young adults between the ages of 18 and 30. EX^LT is a weekly time of fellowship, connection, accountability, worship and scripture discussion. Our purpose is to provide a safe space for a college age community to gather, worship, learn and share life together. We meet on Fridays at FBC, in Room 201 (Youth Room). Arrive at 6:30 PM for refreshments before we kick things off at 7 PM. Bring a friend and we hope to see you there. Click here to sign up!

2GO CAFE
Our coffee stand is open on Sunday mornings at 9:00 AM. Stop by and grab some coffee before and after the Main Session. Donations currently benefit You Medical.

SUNDAY BREAKOUT SESSIONS – 11:00 AM
•    Book of Genesis with Paul Eslinger – An interactive bible study, open to youth and adults
– Meets in Room 303

•    Questions About Life with Will Mouat – Looking to God together for real, practical answers to tough questions. Open to youth and adults
– Meets in Room 302

•    Askesis – Classical Christian Disciplines with Pastor Tim – Join this Breakout as we study Askesis: a process that encompasses a lifetime of leveraging our relationship with God against every circumstance of life to deeply enrich our fellowship with Him. Bring your study notes and join us for this week’s discussion. Open to youth and adults
– Meets in the MPR

11:00 AM – BREAKOUT SESSIONS FOR KIDS
•    Nursery – Ages 0-4, Room 106A (Nursery)
•    KidZone Breakout – Grades K-3, Room 307

5:00 PM – MEN’S STUDY/ACCOUNTABILITY GROUP
Join this accountability and study group for men on Sunday evenings. We meet on Sundays from 5-6 PM in the MPR. Our current study in this Ethics for Man series is called Abandoned. For more information or if you have any questions about this group, call Pastor Tim at 360.880.4975.

MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS & MOMSnext
•    Moms of kids up to age 18 welcome
•    Meets on Second and Fourth Mondays, 6:30-8:30 PM
•    Meets at FBC in the MPR (no childcare at this time)
Questions? Send an email to Melany Bickford
Learn more about MOPS and MOMSnext
Follow our MOPS group on Facebook

ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING
Our annual Business Meeting is scheduled for 6:00 PM on Sunday, May 15 in the Auditorium. The meeting is open to all members and attenders, however, voting at the Business Meeting will be limited to active church members.

We will vote on affirmation of Elders and Deacons and also on approval of the proposed budget for FY 2022-2023. If you did not attend the Town Hall and/or would like to familiarize yourself with the budget, or if you have any other questions, please email the office.

BLOOD DRIVE
We are hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive sponsored by Oasis Physical Therapy.
Join this blood drive on Friday, May 20, from 11 AM to 5 PM in the MPR.

Donating blood is safe, quick and easy, and you can save up to 3 lives with just 1 blood donation!
Giving blood saves 4.5 million lives each year in the US, yet fewer than 1 out of 10 people in the US donate.
Let’s roll up our sleeves and do our part!

GUYS CAMPOUT
Middle school and high school guys, we have the opportunity to bless a member of our congregation by doing some spring cleaning and enjoying some fun & relaxation at the beautiful Klickitat River – all in one overnighter! We will leave the church parking lot on Saturday May 21 at 7 AM and return on Sunday May 22 at 12 PM.

What to Bring:
• Work gloves
• Work clothes (suitable for yard work)
• Bible
• A swimsuit (if you want to get into the river)
• Sleeping bag & pillow
• Snacks

Lunch and dinner will be provided Saturday, and breakfast on Sunday. You must have a parent permission form on file with the church for the 2021-22 school year in order to go!

Sign up here! If you have any questions, please call Will Mouat: 360.831.3399

CHILDRENS MINISTRY ASSESSMENT
This spring, we are choosing to invest significant time and energy in exploring the future of our church’s children’s ministry. As a church that cares deeply about the spiritual formation of children, we are always looking for ways to improve.

As a part of this effort, we are participating in a virtual learning cohort called CoLab with Barna Group. Barna has done a lot of research on the next generation, and over the next few weeks, we are going to be spending time learning and growing as a team, considering how we can best lead and serve children moving forward.

We want YOU to join us as we prayerfully consider the future of our children’s ministry! In partnership with Barna, we would like to invite everyone who attends FBC Richland to complete a short, 10-minute survey on the topic of children’s ministry. Even if you personally have no connection to our children’s ministry at this time, we would like your input and observations.

As we deeply value your honest thoughts and opinions on this topic, all the data collected in this survey is anonymous.
Click HERE to begin the assessment!
Thank you for partnering with us in this important effort to serve the next generation well.

DEACON ASSISTANCE PROGRAM UPDATE
FBC’s Deacon Assistance Program helps care for our church family and the Tri-Cities community.
Thank you for your designated gifts to the Deacon Fund to meet a wide range of tangible needs. Questions? Ask a deacon or elder.
Donations to the Deacon Fund may be designated with the ChurchCenter giving drop-down menu, on the memo line of your check, or by filling out the space on your offering envelope.

Week Beginning May 8

SUNDAY

2Go Cafe Open @ 9:00 AM

Main Session @ 9:30 AM
In Person @ FBC: Auditorium
or
Online Livestream: YouTube

Worship through Music ~  Pastor Brad Nelson
Worship through the Word ~ Pastor Tim Walker
FBC Richland: Who We Are (Week Seventeen)

KidsChurch @ 9:30 AM
Nursery-3rd Grade

Breakout Sessions @ 11:00 AM

Men’s Study/Accountability @ 5:00 PM

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MONDAY
MOPS & MOMSnext @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Moms of kids up to age 18
Meets 2nd & 4th Mondays in MPR

TUESDAY
Youth Group @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Middle and High School

WEDNESDAY
Awana @ 6:00 PM – 8:15 PM
Kids clubs for ages 3 – 6th grade

FRIDAY
EX^LT @ 6:30 PM
College Age – Young Adults

YouVersion Study Guide

Printable Study Guide

FBC Richland: Who We Are (Week Seventeen)

Pastor Tim Walker

25Therefore, having put away falsehood, let each one of you speak the truth with his neighbor, for we are members one of another.
26Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger,
27and give no opportunity to the devil.
28Let the thief no longer steal, but rather let him labor, doing honest work with his own hands, so that he may have something to share with anyone in need.
29Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.
30And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, by whom you were sealed for the day of redemption.
31Let all bitterness and wrath and anger and clamor and slander be put away from you, along with all malice.
32Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ
forgave you.
Ephesians 4:25-32 ESV

As we gather…

What does the passage say?

Key words/phrases?

Major theological terms?

Commands?

Promises?

Difficult words/phrases?

What does the passage mean?

Context? (never interpret less than a paragraph)

How would the original hearers receive this?

Key word definitions?

Parallel Biblical teachings?

Can you communicate the point of this passage in a simple phrase?

As we go…

What must I do in response?

How does this truth apply to my life? Personally?

As the church?

In my community?

What steps do I need to take to apply this?
(Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, Time-based Goals)

What is a missional conversation nugget to discuss with family, friends, neighbors, coworkers, etc.?

To whom will I be accountable?
(reach out and ask… follow up)

The Christian life is designed to be transferred relationally and journeyed together.
“Rope in”– brother to brother and sister to sister – on a weekly basis so that together we can draw near to God and join him in his kingdom work.
This is an exploration – commit and prepare for a long and rewarding journey.

To continue the conversation, email Pastor Tim:
t.walker@fbcrichland.net

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Financial Information through March 31, 2022

June through March:
• Approved Budget $470,417 • Giving $424,259 • Expenses $425,623

March Only:
• Giving $40,386 • Expenses $37,426