Thursday, February 17, 2011

Conference Schedule & Session Descriptions

** Conference Schedule **

Friday
7:00-7:45 -- Doors Open/
     Dessert Served
7:45-7:50 -- Welcome
7:50-8:10 -- Music
8:10-9:00 -- Drama/Speaker

Saturday
8:00-8:45 -- Doors Open/
     Breakfast Served
8:50-9:00 -- Welcome/
     Blessing/Directions
9:10-9:50 -- Session 1
9:55-10:35 -- Session 2
10:40-11:20 -- Session 3
11:30-12:00 -- Music/Speaker/Invitation


** Breakout Sessions **

The Blessing of Coupons
Emily Elliott
She is skilled in the crafts of home and hearth, diligent in homemaking. Prov 31: 19.
If you wonder how women across the country are turning a $.50 coupon into free name brand products, join this session for tips on how to coupon effectively for a family on a budget.

Caring for Aging Parents
Nancy Weatherman & Karen Miller
Most of us do not prepare for the inevitable and sometimes sudden task of caring for a loved one in the later years. But you CAN prepare. Come learn from a woman who served as her mother’s primary care-giver and a hospice social worker.

Faith and Finances in Tough Times
Linda Bizilia
Budget tight? With the foundation that God is your provider, come be encouraged with practical tips based on the following: Everything belongs to God, you can be content with what you have AND respond the right way when tough times hit.

Finding your Role in Ministry
Karen Herring
Come be encouraged through a practical, interactive, nuts and bolts talk about ministry and overcoming the problems that will arise as we serve God. You will also learn what the Bible has to say about these topics.

Fit for God
Vicki Gould
Our body is God's temple, and we glorify Him by taking care of it. Be prepared to “move” and find ways to strengthen His temple by making positive, healthy choices. With the right desire you will serve God stronger…and longer.

From Snail Mail to eMail
Rozi Dover
Come learn how to make basic technology work for you:
• Receive and send emails as well as attach documents
• Download, save and print digital photos
• Navigate the FBCO website and download sermons.

Guilt Free Shortcuts for Healthy Living
Beverly Corley & Lori Cox
Do you have a Martha Stewart vision in a Survivor reality? Restore peace to your soul and join us for tips to organize and plan healthy but quick and easy meals to allow you and your family to thrive in a healthy, happy home.

Handling Hard Times
Annette Andrus
No one is exempt from the unwelcome visitation of pain and difficulty. Join the discussion of the journey of pain to the restoration of joy. The topics of brokenness and
surrender will be included.

Investing in Christian Women through Discipleship
Cassie Hamiter
Discipleship is a command to: "Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ." Phil 3:17
As you follow Christ, you have an awesome opportunity to influence and teach other women in their faith, and allow them to learn from your past failures and successes!

Listening to GOD in Prayer
Ann Hillyer
Often we view prayer as our time to talk to GOD, but what would happen if we learned to listen to GOD and pray His desires? This session looks at scriptural principles that will open our eyes to the joy of listening to the heart of GOD.

Praying for & Encouraging Your Husband
Mary Ann Williamson
You are your husband’s greatest advocate before the Father! A righteous woman’s prayers avails much! Come learn why and what to pray for your husband to help him and to help YOU become the couple God wants you to be.

Raising Righteousness in Your Home
Stacy Tinsley
If "righteous" is a word you only DREAM could describe your family, join this discussion to learn that true righteousness only comes from the Lord and can be "caught and taught" by you and your family members through practical application!

Tough Topics for Your Teens
Lei Bledsoe
The transition from childhood to adulthood is one of the most difficult times for children AND parents. Join in this conversation about communicating with your teen, peer pressure, dating and other tough teen topics.

Tickets are available at the Welcome Center on Sunday and in the church office through Tuesday, February 22.

Thursday, February 10, 2011

2011 FBCO Women's Conference

First Baptist Church of Opelika (FBCO) is excited to invite women to attend a Friday evening and Saturday morning event that is designed to encourage the Christian walk as well as provide practical steps to ones daily life. The conference, held Friday, February 25, 7:00pm to 9:00pm and Saturday, February 26 from 8:00am to noon will be held in the 3:16 Center at FBCO and focuses on John 13:35, “By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another.” Tickets are $10 and available at the Welcome Center on Sunday mornings and in the church office, 301 South 8th Street, through Tuesday, February 22.

Friday evening will feature a wide array of desserts and a courtroom style drama examining how we as women illustrate to the world that we are believers. Several local women are working hard to prepare the performance. Directed by Amy Dorsey and Libba Herring, Mary Jo Giffen will portray the accused. The attorneys will be played by Kristy Dozier and Janice Golden. “Judge Judy” will be played by Judy Colley, and Kathleen Chapman will serve as bailiff. Witnesses are portrayed by Cathy Tidwell and Becky Stillwell. Worship music will be led by Tamara Teel and a group of energetic and talented college women.

Saturday morning, a light breakfast will be served and participants may choose to attend up to three of the following break-out sessions: The Blessing of Coupons, Caring for Aging Parents, Faith and Finances in Tough Times, Finding Your Role in Ministry, Fit for God, From Snail Mail to Email, Guilt Free Shortcuts for Healthy Living, Handling Hard Times, Investing in Christian Women through Discipleship, Listening to GOD in Prayer, Praying for & Encouraging Your Husband, Raising Righteousness in Your Home and Tough Topics for Your Teens.

First Baptist Church of Opelika is a family of faith that focuses on lifting up Jesus Christ and loving people. Sunday worship services are available weekly at 8:30am (traditional style), 9:45am (contemporary style) and 11:00am (traditional style) in the sanctuary. There are Sunday School classes available for all ages during all three times also. More information about these as well as Sunday and Wednesday evening services and events can be found at fbcopelika.com or by calling 334.745.5715. The church is located in downtown Opelika at 301 South 8th Street.