Tiburon Baptist Church

September 2012 

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The Tiburon Tidings eNewsletter

Greetings!

 

Flowers appear on the earth; the season of singing has come, the cooing of doves is heard in our land. Song Of Solomon 2:12 
 
Music is fascinating. Although there are only three primary elements - melody, harmony and rhythm - they can be combined in countless ways to create new songs and compositions. And music has long been known to have a deep affect on us. In ancient times, different types of music were believed to have positive or negative effects. Music could make you happy, irritable, or even sad. You probably have your favorite musicians that you listen to. Most of the music we choose is designed to change or accentuate our mood. Some folks like to get agitated through their music while others want to be serene. 

How does music have such a profound impact on us? The three elements of music correlate precisely with our three persons. The melody speaks principally to our spiritual person. That's why David played the harp for Saul, to soothe his troubled spirit (1 Sam. 16). We also see the prophet Elisha calling for a harpist, to minister to his spirit so he could prophesy (2 Kgs. 3).

Our inner person (mind, will and emotions) enjoys the richness of harmony. The interplay of notes and chords resonates with our feelings. We notice discord, tension, suspense, symmetry, progression, simplicity and complexity. Everything within us gets involved when we appreciate an amazing composition. 

Last but not least is the rhythm. It affects our outer person. Just try to be still when the song has a great beat! And when you add all three elements together, the resulting music is able to lift you up, to refresh your soul.

Do you need to be strengthened and encouraged? Choose your music wisely.
Wednesday Night Full Schedule Resumes
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Dinner is served beginning tonight at 5:30 and every Wednesday this fall. You may also participate in handbells, choirs, MK Friends, youth activities, prayer meeting and much more. There is something for every age group from preschoolers through senior adults. So bring the whole family for a busy evening of activities. Remember, if this is your first Wed Night Dinner, there is no cost to you. Join us.
Contagious Christian Study
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Are you signed up? We will give a preview of the study on Sept 16 and then groups will kickoff the six-week study on Sept 23. We have groups at the church on Sunday, men's groups, almost all growth groups, and several groups during the week to fit almost any schedule. Participants guides are $8, but if you can't afford that, the church will cover the cost. If you are interested and need more details, contact Pastor Glenn by clicking here or call the church at 415-388-3900. Get signed up today. 
Adult Choir Practice Starts on September 5th
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Are you ready to join the adult choir? Weekly rehearsal starts tonight on Sept 5 at 7:15 pm. If you have been thinking about joining the choir, this is your opportunity to check it out for yourself. We hope you will be a part of this important TBC ministry. 
Youth & Other Miscellaneous Stuff
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What's happening with  
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School is back and our fall youth schedule is off and running. Twice a week, you will want to be present and accounted for: Sunday mornings at 9:30 and Wednesday evenings at 5:30. There are some wild things planned for the fall to which you will want to bring your friends. Did I mention that we are going to Hawaii in the summer of 2013 for missions trip? You will want to get plugged in now because that will take some serious prep time to get ready. See Steve & the youth team for more details. 
Mandarin Chinese Classes Begin Sunday
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Are your kids interested in learning to speak Chinese? Our Chinese ministry will be teaching our children ages four and above the basics of learning Chinese. Classes begin Sunday, Sept 9th, and continue for 12 weeks. Pre-elementary students will go from 1-2 pm and elementary students will go from 1-2:30 pm. Adults are welcomed in the class.  
 
This fall, we will teach Chinese pinyin to all our students including kids and adults. They will be able to read Chinese characters independently once they are equipped with the pinyin skill. For more information, contact Madeleine Lee by clicking here. Registration forms are available in the Gallery at TBC or on the website here.
A Biography of Jesus by Tom Cowley
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Many of you have a copy of A Biography of Jesus by TBC's very own Tom Cowley. Now you have a chance to view Tom presenting his material on TV during the month of September. The four-part series will air on KTLN on channel 68 (Dish and Direct) and channel 25 (Comcast and AT&T).

Tom's book is divided into four sections of the life of Christ. Each of the four episodes will air for a full week during the times listed at the bottom. Set your recorder to catch one episode per week for the full series. Nazareth airs Sept 5-9, Capernaum airs Sept 12-16, Judea/Perea airs Sept 19-23, and Jerusalem airs Sept 26-30.

Your six opportunities to watch or record one episode per week are as follows: Wed 5:30 am; Thur 2 am, 6 am, or 8:30 pm; or Sun 6:30 am or 4 pm.
California Missions Offering 2012
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During the month of September, TBC will participate in the state-wide emphasis on what Southern Baptists are doing across the state to share Jesus with the 30+ million Californians who do not yet know that God loves them. We are also a part of a state-wide challenge that has gone out to 1000 California Southern Baptist Churches to all give $1000 to the California Missions Offering. Our goal this month is to raise $2000, just in case one of the 1000 doesn't participate. Listen each week for updates and get ready for our week of prayer beginning September 16.  
Upcoming Schedule: save the dates
  • Sep 5 - resume Wed schedule with dinner - 5:30 pm 
  • Sep 8 - Ministry Council - 9 am
  • Sep 8 - Ministry Teams - 10 am
  • Sep 8 - San Quentin Worship - 5:30 pm
  • Sep 9 - Tiburon's Got Talent - 6 pm  
  • Sep 16 - California Missions Week of Prayer  
  • Sep 16 - Contagious Christian Preview - 6 pm  
  • Sep 23 - Meet Mike & Grace McCoy 
  • Sep 23 - Contagious Christian Kickoff Week
  • Sep 23 - TBC Testimonies - 6 pm 
  • Sep 30 - Deacon Commissioning - 6 pm    
  • Oct 6 - Administrative Council - 9 am
  • Oct 6 - Deacons Meeting - 10:30 am
  • Oct 20 - Missions Prayerwalk - 9 am - 2 pm   
  • Oct 21 - Fall Music Festival - 6 pm 
Word of Encouragement
"You have heard that it was said, 'Love your neighbor and hate your enemy'? But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise on the evil and the good, and sends rain on the righteous and the unrighteous. If you love those who love you, what reward will you get? Are not even the tax collectors doing that? And if you greet only your own people, what are you doing more than others? Do not even pagans do that? Be perfect, therefore, as your heavenly Father is perfect."
Matthew 5:43-48                  

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In This Issue
Choir
Youth
Schedule
The Word

Who is TBC?

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a family of faith

in Jesus Christ committed to vital worship and

personal devotion

that finds expression in ministry and missions

TBC Miscellaneous 

 

Birthdays & Anniversaries 

Contact Ida for the login.

 

TBC Calendar 

 

Weekly Sermon 

 

TBC Finances  

budget to date:

$483,432.33

income to date:

$445,805,90

expenses to date:

$445,608.56

general fund surplus:

 $197.34   

      

TBC Attendance 

Aug 05 - 179 

Aug 12 - 210

Aug 19 - 231

Aug 26 - 250

 

TBC Staff

Lead Pastor

Dr. John W. Shouse

Executive Pastor

Dr. Glenn Prescott

Minister of Music

Beth Singleton

Young Adult & Family Pastor

Brice Butler

Youth Pastor

Steve Reynolds

Music Intern

Carlena Speed

Preschool Coordinator

Christine Magtabay

Children's Coordinator

Stephanie Shouse

Hostess

Carol Jackson 

Admin Assistant

Ida Times

 

Summer Schedule

Sunday

Worship 8:30 am

Bible Study 9:40 am

Worship 11 am

Wednesday

Prayer 6:30 pm

 

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 Do most of your banking and bill paying online these days? Want to be able to make your financial commitment to the Lord when you're traveling? Did you know that you can set up an automatic donation authorization or fund transfer to TBC? Simply pick up an AutoGift enrollment form in the Gallery and return it to the office or Pastor Glenn or John Frierson and we will take care of the rest.

 

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