Olive Baptist Church

2:7 Series, Book 1: Growing Strong in God’s Family

We will begin a coed 2:7 Series, Book 1 class on Wednesday, March 10. This study is designed to build a strong foundation in your Christian life and help you become grounded in the Word of God. It will help you develop a quiet time by reading God’s word everyday and responding to Him through prayer. Classes will run March 10- May 19 from 6:00-7:30pm in room 5214. The class will be led by Tommy and Kathy Carpenter. If you are interested in this study, please call Cindy.

For more information, contact Cindy Weatherall at 850.475.1128 or cweatherall@olivebaptist.org.

Passport Application Night

Olive members will have an opportunity to conveniently apply for passports on Wednesday, March 10, from 5:00-8:00pm in the foyer. Specific details per cost and identification requirements can be found by clicking here (pdf). Photographs can be taken for an additional $15 charge.

For more information, contact Brenda Robinson at 850.595.3937 or brobinson@escambiaclerk.com.

Easter Outreach Flyers

On Sunday, March 14, we will have invitation flyers for our Easter services available in the foyer. We will go out Saturday, March 20, and invite our neighbors to join us at Olive for Easter.

For more information, contact Cindy Weatherall at 850.475.1128 or cweatherall@olivebaptist.org.

The Pensacola Bay Baptist Association is sponsoring this one-day financial seminar, designed to help you take the first steps in the practical application of establishing a money management plan. You will come away with an understanding of biblical principles of managing resources, saving, debt and setting priorities. Jack Wilkerson, former SBC vice-president for business and finance, will lead the event. The seminar lasts from 8:30am-4:30pm in the Blue Room. Register at www.sbc.net/newday or call Melissa at 850.471.3430.

New to Olive Class

Our New to Olive class is a one-time session providing information on our church, our faith, and our mission. If you are a new member of Olive or a guest who is considering membership, you are encouraged to join us. Childcare and classes are available for all children birth through fifth grade in the Simmons Building. Join us Sunday, March 21, in room 5134 (Computer Lab) at 9:30am. RSVP by contacting Cindy.

For more information, contact Cindy Weatherall at 850.475.1128 or cweatherall@olivebaptist.org.

Vacation Bible School Kickoff

Vacation Bible School is June 21-25 from 9:00am-12:00 noon each day. It takes hundreds of volunteers to make this event happen. On Sunday, March 21, at 5:00pm in Passmore Hall, we will have an informational meeting for you to find out the areas of service we have available.

For more information, contact Judy Lloyd at 850.475.1108 or jlloyd@olivebaptist.org.

Olive Bargain Bazaar is Coming!

Save the date – May 6–8 in the ROC. Yes, that long-discussed garage sale for the Ministry Village is happening. You can help and get a jump start on your spring cleaning. Details for drop off will be posted at ministryvillage.org. To volunteer, call Sheila.

For more information, contact Sheila Reed at 850.475.1135 or sreed@ministryvillage.org.

SBC Messengers

The 2010 Southern Baptist Convention will be held Tuesday, June 15 and Wednesday, June 16 in Orlando. If you are interested in serving as a messenger this year, please contact Beth no later than Monday, March 15.

For more information, contact Beth Harris at 850.475.1102 or bharris@olivebaptist.org.

Pastor Traylor is part of a 22-member task force assigned by the Southern Baptist Convention to draw up a plan for enabling Southern Baptists to more faithfully and effectively fulfill the Great Commission. They will bring a report and any recommendations to the Southern Baptist Convention in Orlando, Florida, June 15-16, 2010. Will you commit to pray for them? Find out more...

Student Life Camp

Registration has begun for Student Life Camp for 6th-12th grade students. We’re going to Lee University, July 5-9, for an amazing week of worship and fun. The total cost is $269 with a $50 nonrefundable deposit due by March 28. Registration forms are available at the student ministry office.

For more information, contact Sandy Fones at 850.475.1143 or sfones@olivebaptist.org.