The Evangel: Crows Corner Archives

Tom Crow

Published in the May 3, 2012 issue of The Evangel

Help welcome new neighbors please and invite them to Bible study and worship. Summertime is a great time to use our church welcome packets--find a supply in the Sanctuary Foyer, and drop one by new neighbors with a plate of baked cookies

Published in the April 5, 2012 issue of The Evangel

Our First Communities, small group home Bible studies, launch at the end of the month. We expect five home groups to launch, located in Central Nashville, West Nashville, Franklin, Brentwood, and South-central Nashville...

Published in the March 1, 2012 issue of The Evangel

What better goal is there for the Sunday School Bible study organization of First Baptist Nashville than reaching people for Jesus Christ and helping people grow to become people of deep faith and trust in Christ...

Published in the December 1, 2011 issue of The Evangel

Sunday mornings are a great time! I wake up excited every Sunday, anxious to be in my church, with my church friends, and excited about what the Lord may do on any given Sunday to change lives, connect people seeking the Lord, and assist people seeking Light and Hope. First Baptist Nashville is a place to recharge, worship, hear the Gospel preached and serve the Lord...

Published in the November 3, 2011 issue of The Evangel

Read full article for Bible study news, and info on the Men's Prayer Breakfast, Men's Retreat and church membership.

Published in the August 4, 2011 issue of The Evangel

Help welcome our newcomers! Each Sunday, guests flow through our halls. Help us welcome them and offer your assistance for a cup of coffee; location of worship, classes, restrooms and childcare; welcome packet (Sanctuary lobby); or just a friendly, smiling face. The first few minutes of a guest experience will always be remembered; help us be the most hospitable family in town...

Published in the June 2, 2011 issue of The Evangel

Vision is such a great word. It describes the future, opportunity, hope and dreams. It is a word you will hear often in and around First Baptist Nashville this year, I expect, as we look forward to the future of our church, especially in regard to the proposed Master Plan for our campus, developed by the HH Architects team. Watch for the next opportunities to learn, attend, engage and participate in conversations about First Baptist Nashville's vision.

Published in the May 5, 2011 issue of The Evangel

WELCOME, BRANDON OWEN!  Brandon, our new student minister, will officially begin ministry with us June 1. His first outing—Student Camp in Florida with our great student body! We are so happy to welcome Brandon, his wife Lesley Ann, and...

Published in the March 3, 2011 issue of The Evangel

The church audio visual ministry is in need of a team of good managers--to inventory equipment, to check equipment in and out, assist church members and leaders in use of equipment for showing DVD movies or films, manage equipment and advise in purchase of new equipment or retirement of used equipment--skills requirement minimal.

Published in the February 3, 2011 issue of The Evangel

2011: Applying the Bible to Everyday Life Find the Facebook Question of the Week on facebook.com/firstbaptistnashville. Help us know what the Lord is doing in your Bible application in 2011 to encourage others through your experience. Student Ministry Update...

Published in the December 2, 2010 issue of The Evangel

Our 2011 Core Value theme is centered on the Bible, God's Word, and how we can more effectively apply it to everyday life. Various teams of members are involved in discussing, dreaming, and soon implementing steps toward more effectively applying the Bible to the everyday life of First Baptist Nashville members.

Published in the November 4, 2010 issue of The Evangel

Celebrate RecoverySunday School teachers in adult classes, Celebrate Recovery leadership team, Pastor Frank and Rus Roach are all gearing up for this new ministry to First Baptist Nashville. Teachers are meeting in October and November to review material of the...

Published in the October 7, 2010 issue of The Evangel

It's always good to hear about the difference a church makes in the world. For 190 years, First Baptist Church Nashville has been making a difference in lives, in Nashville, Middle Tennessee and the world. We love God, and we...

Published in the September 2, 2010 issue of The Evangel

We welcome Jennifer Tramel on church staff!
Jennifer began employment in July and has done an outstanding job. Jennifer is our Communications Director, a full-time position. You may reach her at jennifer.tramel@firstbaptistnashville.org or 615.664.6006.

Published in the August 5, 2010 issue of The Evangel

Thank you for faithfully supporting your church and the Lord's work this summer through attendance, inviting friends, welcoming newcomers, and contributing financially. Our children, students and adults have participated in many camps, missions, and Bible-outreach opportunities. I've seen kids make...

Published in the July 1, 2010 issue of The Evangel

It's time for us to gear up for Fall Church programming. Our Sunday School leadership team is enlisting leadership for a new Sunday School year, which begins August 29...

Published in the June 3, 2010 issue of The Evangel

THE IMPACT OF FBC MINISTRIES Were you affected by the great flood? Of course! Every person in Nashville was affected by it--in a physical way of loss, damage, recovery, or vicariously through the waters that washed over our community and...

Published in the May 6, 2010 issue of The Evangel

Men, be a Mountain Mover for Christ!Upcoming events for you include:May 13-15 - Tellico River Fly FishingMay 22 - Day Hike, Percy Warner Park, 7:30 a.m.May 24 - Prayer That Moves Mountains, Room , 7:00 a.m.June 12 - Day FishingJune...

Published in the April 1, 2010 issue of The Evangel

Our church men's ministry has a name--MOUNTAIN MOVERS, from Matthew 17:20, "I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there' and it will...

Published in the March 4, 2010 issue of The Evangel

First Baptist Nashville is a great place to be this winter and spring! Several highlights of ministry and outreach include the following:Career TransitionsThis support group for job-seekers meets Wednesdays at 6:15 p.m. in Room 360 under the leadership of Marcus...

Published in the February 4, 2010 issue of The Evangel

MEN'S MINISTRY--a place to join and reach other men in their journey toward Christ-centeredness through the study of His Word, sharing life experiences, serving others, and embracing the outdoor creation of our Heavenly Father.  We strive to be Men of...

Published in the January 7, 2010 issue of The Evangel

Happy New Year! Am I ever excited about the opportunities of 2010 at First Baptist Nashville! We have an outstanding Sunday School leadership team in every division, department, and class. We have an outstanding staff on board in each office,...

Published in the December 10, 2009 issue of The Evangel

2010 - Ten Commitments Worth AcceptingAnother new year is around the corner. I hope you will begin now to make changes in your life for 2010 to grow in your walk with Christ. I hope we can each be part...

Published in the November 12, 2009 issue of The Evangel

Fall is a great time of year to introduce your friends, work associates, neighbors, schoolmates and family members to your faith in Christ and to your church family. Christmas music celebrations at First Baptist Nashville are offered throughout the month...

Published in the October 8, 2009 issue of The Evangel

Fall is my favorite time of year with football games in full swing, the beautiful colors of autumn in yards and hillsides, and cooler temperatures. We have a tremendous opportunity this fall at First Baptist Nashville including participation in various...

Published in the September 3, 2009 issue of The Evangel

These days are some of the greatest for First Baptist Nashville! We have enjoyed a significant increase in giving this year over that of 2008; our baptisms are 38 compared to 13 last year at this same time; we have...

Published in the July 9, 2009 issue of The Evangel

Our Vacation Bible School was a great! I can't thank teachers, staff and faculty enough for every effort and devotion toward the spiritual and physical needs of our children.For the last two years, we have averaged 290 children plus leaders...

Published in the June 11, 2009 issue of The Evangel

Let's make Summer 2009 a Summer that COUNTS!     What would a summer that counts look like? When Paul was helping the Corinthian church understand their role in the world, he explained it this way in 2 Corinthians 5:18-20: 18 Now...

Published in the April 9, 2009 issue of The Evangel

I want you to know a fine young man helping our ministry and outreach to collegiate students...his name is Cody T. Carroll, and he's engaged to be married in June. He and his fiancé Amber Garrett are active members of First...

Published in the March 12, 2009 issue of The Evangel

IT IS GREAT to be part of First Baptist Nashville and to take part in how the Lord is working in and through the church. I'm thankful for this privilege. I was blessed recently to spend the night with our Room...

Published in the February 12, 2009 issue of The Evangel

IT IS GREAT to be part of First Baptist Nashville and to take part in how the Lord is working in and through the church. I'm thankful for this privilege. I was blessed recently to spend the night with our Room in...

Published in the January 8, 2009 issue of The Evangel

Celebrations this year...HOPE FOR THE WORLD--that is a good reason for our being and serving, contributing, and making a difference as First Baptist Nashville! Do you sense the impact our ministry is making as we bring hope to the...

Published in the December 1, 2008 issue of The Evangel

I AM THANKFUL FOR YOU! Jackie and I are thankful for the privilege of serving alongside you at First Baptist Nashville! We are thankful for the opportunities to make a difference in our community and world for Christ. We are...

Published in the November 3, 2008 issue of The Evangel

Keep those prayers going! We know prayer makes a difference! As you pray, remember your church staff and the staff searches presently underway. Our top three search priorities are minister of music (Chair Randy Smith and search committee); minister to...

Published in the October 6, 2008 issue of The Evangel

U-Turn Required--repentance and faith in Christ bring eternal change. Those headlines caught my eye when I read a recent Decision magazine from the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association. It got me thinking about U-Turns in life. We work, pray, invite, enlist...

Published in the June 19, 2008 issue of The Evangel

Go & Show...encouragement to share the love of Jesus Christ in your life--with neighbors, friends, work associates, people in need, and people who may not know Jesus Christ or have a church family. You will find opportunities of the "Go...

Published in the June 3, 2008 issue of The Evangel

In recent business sessions, the church voted to support the Property Management Committee recommendation for up-fitting our campus including the remodeling of several different areas. This committee (and Allen Adcox) is doing great work. Thanks so much! WORK HAS BEGUN!...

Published in the April 10, 2008 issue of The Evangel

You've identified a few friends on your IMPACT card for whom you are praying -- friends who do not know Christ or do not have a church family. You've been longing to tell these friends about Jesus Christ. Now is...

Published in the February 12, 2008 issue of The Evangel

Praying for Revival What does Revival mean? How should we then pray? We pray with confession. We confess our wandering hearts and selfishness and ask to be revived. Our need is desperate! We pray for purity in thought and deed....

Published in the January 28, 2008 issue of The Evangel

PRAISE THE LORD... We thank the Lord for your faithfulness and generosity in supporting the Lord's work in and through First Baptist Nashville during 2007 -- we exceeded our 2007 budget in gifts (budget goal, $2,900,000... gifts received $2,912,249). Your...

Published in the December 18, 2007 issue of The Evangel

2007 is ending on great notes! It's been a fabulous year at First Baptist Nashville and the Lord has blessed us all richly even in the face of change, challenge and opportunity. Thank you for your faithfulness in so many...

Published in the July 19, 2007 issue of The Evangel

Where has the summer gone? I’m not sure, but fall is almost here... SUNDAY SCHOOL enlistment is nearly complete—are you signed up to serve? Would you like to serve but have not been asked yet? We have opportunities in several...

Published in the July 3, 2007 issue of The Evangel

SUNDAY SCHOOL enlistment is well underway for the new year! August 5 is Advancement Day. Our teachers begin a new year of studies that day. August 12 is our Sunday School Extravaganza at noon--we have enlisted several of the best...

Published in the May 22, 2007 issue of The Evangel

DURING THE APRIL BUSINESS MEETING, the church heard an excellent report on the good health of our Child Development Center under the leadership of Sandra Gentry. YEA! We also officially commended Rev. John Cox, pastor's intern, on being such an...

Published in the March 26, 2007 issue of The Evangel

Are you impacting your world for Christ? Easter is the perfect season to do so! People are searching for meaning, relationship, and ultimately for Jesus Christ. Pray today--right now--about the ones God is placing in your path to share Christ...

Published in the February 26, 2007 issue of The Evangel

SUNDAY SCHOOL--We are off to a great start for 2007 --Building Bridges Task Force 1 Leader Brad Dunn (a.k.a., Sunday School Director) is doing a great job of leading team members Nancy Brown (Care-Connect Ministry) and Bill Emeott (Continuing Education...


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