The
CJCDC has saved nearly 200 families from foreclosure this year
In the last six months, 325 families in danger of losing their homes have walked
through the doors of the Housing Assistance Recovery Program.
And because of the skilled housing counselors, 60 percent or 195 of those families’
homes were saved.
But Jesse Crawford, director of the Housing Assistance
and Recovery Program (HARP), which is a state-certified housing counseling
program that supports homeowners and tenants threatened by foreclosure,
said the numbers would be higher if families wouldn’t wait until the
last minute to get help.
“Eight perfect of folks come in when they’re already in
foreclosure and some come in after the sheriff has already scheduled
the sale, so we do what we can to stop the sale,” he said.
Crawford said the right time to contact HARP, which is
an affiliate of the Central Jersey Community Development Corporation
(CJCDC), is before a homeowner gets behind on his or her payments.
Click here to read more.
5th
Anniversary of dfree celebrated
Dr. DeForest B.
Soaries, Jr., the dfree Ministry and members and friends celebrated
the 5th Anniversary of dfree Sunday. The strategy was initially
created to help First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens’ members
get out of debt, so they could help the church get out of debt,
Soaries said.
But five years later, the mission has slightly changed.
In addition to having his members become debt
free, Pastor Soaries is now focused on getting the strategy into
churches across America.
“I made a promise to God that by the end of
2012, I will get 900 churches to say ‘I’m a dfree church,’” Soaries
said Sunday at the dfree reception after the 11 a.m. service.
Click here to read more and see pictures from the event.
Member
Jackee Jackson to meet President Obama
Jackee Jackson has been invited to the White House to meet with President Barack
Obama July 26 to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Americans
With Disabilities Act (ADA).
The President invited a
small group of people with disabilities to join him. Jackson will
represent the National Multiple Sclerosis Society (MS) and all people
with disabilities.
“It’s amazing! Meeting President Obama is one of my ultimate goals. It’s exciting
and it’s historical because it’s the 20th anniversary of the Americans with
Disabilities Act,," Jackson
said yesterday.
"If I have an
opportunity to speak to the President, I plan to talk about accessibility
issues and making sure places are fully accessible. I want people
to recognize the law," she said. “I really want to stress the fact and encourage people to become
their own self advocate. Make yourself heard on what’s important
to you and the community. Surround yourself with people that can
also be their own advocate.”
Click here to read more.
Airline
miles bank created
First
Baptist Church is planning three more trips this year - to
Ghana and twice to Haiti - but church leaders need your help
getting there.
Many
of you have unused airline miles or points from credit cards
that can be redeemed for miles. First Baptist is starting an
airline mileage bank for the trips.
Pastor
Soaries is seeking mileage donations and requesting you use
your points to purchase tickets for First Baptist.
The
trip to Ghana is planned for August. We will continue to build
upon our existing relationship with King Okyenhene Osagyefo
Amoatia Ofori Panin. Two trips are planned for Haiti. The first,
of which the date hasn't been set, will be a follow-up to our
trip in the Spring, and the second will be in December, when
First Baptist's college students are expected to do missions
work there.
Pastor
Soaries hopes you are willing to help First Baptist make an impact in two areas of the world in need. If you have
miles to donate or are willing to purchase a ticket for the
church, please contact Linda Bennett at lbennett@fbcsomerset.com.
Sermon
CDs for sale online
Sermons from services at First Baptist Church of Lincoln Gardens can be purchased
online for $5 each. Click here to review the inventory and make your selection(s).
What's
new at FBOnline?
Encourage your friends to join the FBC Mailing List to receive the FBOnline Newsletter
and Pastor's Corner messages. Sign up at http://fbcsomerset.com/.
Breakfast is important
Skipping breakfast may be tempting, whether you’re trying save calories or just
too busy dashing out the door to stop for a bowl of cereal. But
that, nutritionists agree, is a mistake. Eating breakfast everyday
jump-starts your metabolism, makes you feel upbeat, controls cravings
all day and prevents weight gain.
C. G. Wooding Ministry Blood Pressure Screening offered every Sunday
The C.G. Wooding Ministry will be taking blood pressure screenings every
Sunday. Please join them in the First
Aid Room after
the 7, 9 and 11 a.m. services.
Kid-Friendly Workout for Time-Crunched Parents
Finding time to exercise is
always challenging. Make it easier — and more fun — by including your
kids in your workouts. Including the little
ones in your exercise routine can help you stick with it.
Here are
some fun and kid-friendly activities that can keep you fit:
• Head to the playground
• Take a bike ride together
• Turn on the stereo and dance with your kids
• Play tag
• Go roller–skating
Bereavement information is now on the web
Information
on what to do when a loved one dies is now
on the FBC website at http://fbcsomerset.com.
 Would
you sacrifice pay for passion?
Despite the ever-changing conditions of the global economy, many employees are
willing to sacrifice both pay and prestige in order to attain more
meaningful positions, as they hope to use their talents and skill
sets in a constructive manner -- by positively impacting the world
and those who live within it. With an employees’ passion for their
job, employees aspire to fulfill psychological needs and career
goals, employees influence a greater cause and they maintain the
virtue of patience.
Without a doubt, highly-satisfied top talent will not only continue
to change the world in which they live, but they will also motivate
others to do the same. As employees' psychological needs and career
goals are met, they will be able to perform to the best of their
abilities. In doing so, they will not only influence their
fellow colleagues,
but they will also create a lasting impression that will leave an
indelible imprint on the lives of other people.
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Women's
Month - Women to be honored Sunday
Executive Pastor Alyson Browne Johnson is expected to honor a woman during
each service Sunday.
These women will join Freda Rhett, Lisa Earl, and Aljean Maeweather, who were
honored July 4 for Women's Month. Three more women are also expected
to be honored July 25, which is Women's Day.
Other women's month activities include: A Day of Fasting from
6 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 20 and dinner to break the fast will be served
at
6
p.m.
in the Fellowship Hall. At 7:15 p.m., Sisters - Standing in the Gap
(S-SIG) will meet at the prayer wall in the Chapel for a worship
service.
On Saturday, July 24 at 5 a.m., there will be a sunrise S-SIG at Colonial
Park.
The month will wrap up with a Women's Day service on July 25 at the
7, 9, and 11 a.m. services. Rev. Millicent Wess will be the guest preacher
for the 9 and 11 a.m. services.
Click here to register for events.
Click here to view pictures from Dr. Teresa Hairston's seminar on "How to Pursue Your Purpose."
Click here to view picture from Joy Night.
College
Sunday
The Youth Ministry and Crossroads College Ministry
will present “College Sunday” at the 11 a.m. service Sunday in the Sanctuary.
Everyone
is asked to represent your college by wearing T-shirts and paraphernalia.
Two
more nights of Summer Renewal
Summer Renewal 2010 wraps up tomorrow night. If you haven't had a chance to stop
by, please attend tonight and tomorrow, from 7:15-8:30 p.m.
The
theme is "20/20 Vision" for teens and adults and "Going Green with Jesus" for all other classes.
Hot
dogs and hamburgers will be served from 6-7 p.m. tomorrow.
Click here to register.
Volunteers
needed for the new bookstore
The new bookstore is expected to open in the next couple of months, but the Bookstore
Ministry is looking for volunteers now.
Volunteers
are needed to work three to six hours a week on Sunday, Tuesday,
Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. Volunteers will assist customers,
work with inventory and stock shelves.
If
you're interested, call Yvonne Suber at (908) 208-2285.
"Summer
with the Son" series in full swing
First Baptist Church is offering a number of activities, workshops and programs
in July and August. From Women's Month, Summer Renewal, to Pastor
Soaries preaching every service every Sunday in August, there will
be worship opportunties for all ages.
"We take summer as seriously as the rest of
the year. There is something going on straight through the summer.
We're using this summer for the glory of God," said Pastor Soaries.
Chat
room series tackles dicey topics
The FBC Youth Ministry presents "The Chat Room Series" every Sunday in August.
The sessions, which will cover topics from sex to violence and drugs,
are for high school students only and begin at 11 a.m.
Please contact Min. Khristi Adams at (732) 839-2424 for more information.
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