Little Green Men

The lyrics to Third Day’s song entitled “alien” , Just like the alien / I’m a stranger / in a strange land , make reference to a passage in Scripture… Dear friends, I urge you, as aliens and strangers in the world, to abstain from sinful desires, which war against your soul. 1 Peter 2:11. 1 Peter was written as an encouragement to suffering Christians. Those that were dedicated followers of Jesus in the first century were persecuted greatly for their beliefs. For many middle and high school students in Fort Payne, the same is true. If a student has a passion for God, and that student is living a life which seeks to fulfill God’s purposes, then they will undoubtedly face an uphill battle in their day to day living. Living like an alien, facing a world of sin, facing the battlefield of adolescence as a follower of Jesus, and seeking truth in a world that is full of deception and lies are all quite monumental tasks. I write you today to say… if you feel a bit out of place, from time to time, this semester… even if you feel like an “alien”, maybe you are right where God wants you to be.     – JBF

Debra Story, Kathryn McCutchen, & the rest of the Philippines’ team shared about their summer mission trip recently. If you missed it, be sure and talk to Debra or Kathryn about their international missions adventures. The new 7^th grade class will be recognized at the morning worship service on August 19. Master’s Minority meets at FPHS each Monday and Wednesday at 9:25am. Fellowship of Christian Athletes meets each Friday at 7am. The much anticipated and much delayed final G, G, and G (goofy games and God) is August 22 at 555pm on the field. 24^th – FPHS Jamboree 26^th – Breakfast @ Church26^th – High School and Middle School Prayer Walk at 2PM26^th – Youth Choir & Discipleship Kickoff26^th – S.N.A.C. @ Jeff & Thea’s (408 5^th St. SW)29^th – Youth Worship upstairs @ 555pm30^th – FPHS vs. PlainviewSun AM & PM… Sunday School, Worship, Choir, Bible Study, & Fun Wed. – 555pm Youth Bible Study / Worship 3^rd – school is closed.Master’s Minority meets at FPHS each Monday and Wednesday at 9:25am. Fellowship of Christian Athletes meets each Friday at 7am. 7^th FPHS vs. Southside14^th FPHS vs. Lee & 5^th Quarter @ 3Bean Café16^th – Parent / Student meeting (Youth Ministry “A to Ziti”)21^st – FPHS v. Albertville26^th – FBC FP provides lunch @ Northeast BCM28^th FPHS v Pinson Valley30^th – SNAC @ Dr. Pat & Sue’s house

Fall Retreat is @ Camp Toknowhim: October 12, 13, & 14. The cost is $50Casting Crowns Concert is October 27. The cost is 25 dollars. Sign up now.A Jr. High 5^th Quarter will be on October 26^th. Oct. 31 – Fall FestivalNOVEMBER 4^th – SILENT AUCTION  December 2 – Hanging of the Green & Poinsettia Pick UpDec. 19 and / or 20 –Christmas Party Date(s)For more info, contact Jeff.

The Youth Group at First Baptist Church in Fort Payne is seeking to make an impact with the message of God’s love & grace. August 1, 2007 marked Jeff & Thea’s first official week of ministry & work in Fort Payne. Thea is teaching at FPHS, & most days you can now find Jeff at the First Baptist Church or somewhere hanging out with the FBCFP youth. Thank you for being such a welcoming community.In the Grip of His Grace, Jeff Ford FBCFP youth ministry