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FBCRR In JULY, 2021
The
First Baptist Church Round Rock
306 Round Rock Avenue ~ Round Rock, TX ~ 78664
512-255-3454 ~ www.fbcrr.org
A WORD FROM DUSTIN Page 2
As I write this, I am at South Padre Island with 25 students plus
adults, finishing up our arrival day to Camp Generate youth camp. I’m
certain it will be a life-changing trip for many of these students. I’m
quickly realizing how great our youth volunteers are and how blessed we
are by Tim & Jenni Darst, and Chrissy Thurman, and her family!! These
staff families invest well in our students, and I hope you will tell them
how appreciative you are that they are working, serving diligently to raise
up the next generation of church leaders!
Last week, I attended the Southern Baptist Annual Meeting in
Nashville, TN. I shared with you on Sunday how I felt the almost
16,000 messengers left the meeting largely unified on most issues, and
completely unified on the unique biblical beliefs we hold dear. There has always been back and forth on
tertiary issues, but we are committed to the essentials.
As a group, we enthusiastically adopted Vision 2025, a call for us to “Reach every person for Jesus
Christ in every town, every city, every state, and every nation.” This Great Commission driven vision has six
goals to help direct us:
1. Increase our total number of full-time, fully funded missionaries by a net-gain of 500.
2. Add 5,000 new churches to the SBC through church planting and multi-site.
3. Emphasize “calling out the called” in our churches in order to train and send new workers into the
harvest.
4. Turn around the decline in salvation and baptisms in those under 18 years of age.
5. Increase our annual giving to surpass $500 million given through the Cooperative Program for Gospel
purposes.
6. Prayerfully endeavor before God to eliminate all instances of sex abuse and racial discrimination among
our churches.
I am excited about these six goals because they help direct us towards reaching our world for
Christ! I am also excited about First Baptist Round Rock’s part in seeing this vision take place. As we begin
analyzing the information from the Church Health Survey (Thank you who have taken it so far! If you
haven’t yet, you can find a QR code on page 14 where you can scan and take the survey.) we will be able to
prayerfully develop our own set of goals as we boldly and confidently look toward our future together.
I am excited about what God has in store for this incredible church!
Expecting God’s “More,”
Pastor Dustin
A Note From Kirk... Page 3
Well...summer is here! As I’m writing, it’s actually the first day of summer. The students
left for summer camp, the children just got back from preteen camp, and VBS planning
is narrowing to a start date of July 18th. God is at work in the life of the church. I love
to watch as he moves in the lives of so many during the summer. I’m sure we will see
baptisms in the near future! Speaking of baptism...do you remember the day you were
baptized? I was 12 years old when I accepted the Lord and was baptized. Wow...that was
43 years ago. I remember the water was warm and the weight of the white robe made me
feel...well, special. I also remember baptizing my children. What an incredible experience!
Probably the most memorable part of each of my children’s baptisms was when they came
up out of the waters. Each one of them flew into my arms for the most unforgettable
hug ever. Joy was literally flowing through their little body as I carried them out of the
water. Take a moment and think about the day you were baptized. Thank God for the
reminder today that you have been crucified with Christ, and are now living a resurrected
life in Him through His sacrifice on the cross for you. He was raised from the dead and lives
today so you can have a life with Him for eternity. I also realize you may be reading this
and have not had the experience of baptism. You know him as Lord, but have not taken
that first step toward obedience. There is no time like the present to step into the waters of
baptism. Reach out to one of the staff members, or call the church office and ask to speak
with Lori. We will be glad to get you on the schedule in the months ahead.
Come on in...the water is fine…
Blessings,
Kirk
Kirk and Kie Wooldridge Bo and Olivia Faulkner
Kirk Wooldridge Lori Hatfield
Associate Pastor Administrative Assistant
512.255.3454 512.255.3454
kwooldridge@fbcrr.org lhatfield@fbcrr.org
WORSHIP MINISTRY Page 4
A From Bo:
Church Family,
Adult Choir
Summer is here and ministries typically look
a little different for a couple of months. VBS,
camps, and fellowships fill the calendar for
our preschool, children, and youth ministries.
Remember to pray for them. This is when so Wednesday night rehearsals,
many give their lives to Christ! What an exciting 6:30 PM in the Choir Loft
time for our age group ministries.
Normally choir takes a break in the month of Sing Sundays in our
July, but we’re going to continue rehearsing on 8:30 AM Service
Wednesday evenings and singing on Sundays
this year. Would you consider joining us? We’d
love to have you!
“Sing praises to the Lord, O you
Blessings,
His saints, and give thanks to His
holy name.” Psalm 30:4
Bo
Looking Forward to Fall: Orchestra and Adult Handbells
Play in our Worship Orchestra or
Children’s Choirs Kick-Off - Sunday, August Adult Handbell Choir.
22nd Handbells will play occasionally on Sundays.
*For children, age 3 by 9/1/21 through Rehearsals will begin in September.
those in 6th grade Orchestra is contacted for rehearsals
and will play as scheduled.
Adult Choir Kick-Off ~ Wednesday, August Contact Bo or Denise to be included.
25th
*For anyone, college age and up
Watch for more news about these and more
events.
Bo Faulkner Denise Chesser
Worship Pastor Music Associate
512.255.3454 512.255.3454
bfaulkner@fbcrr.org dchesser@fbcrr.org
Larry's Lines... Page 5
The Importance of Making Disciples
This brief article is the third in a summer series on discipleship. Last month I focused on
the importance of fellowship because discipleship builds on relationships. Few would argue
the importance of a focus on discipleship, we only need look at the great commission
statements of Christ, the most well-known being Matthew 28:16-20 - the call to the task to
share the gospel message and instruct new believers to know and follow Christ. Certainly
not an easy task, but something Christ instructed to the original 11 disciples and that carries
forward to believers today.
Before I share a thought or two on discipleship, let me share what discipleship is not. This list comes from 7 Lies
About Discipleship and What To Do About Them, by Dennis Garcia, Facts and Trends.net, 2019
• Busyness Equals Godliness
• Serving is Optional
• Knowledge Equals Discipleship
• Accountability is Legalism
• Worship is an Experience
• Talking about Giving is Taboo
• Only Super-Christians Share the Gospel
Mr. Garcia defines discipleship as “the practice of training or developing a disciple (pupil, learner, student) in
the ways of a particular teacher or system.” Garcia, and I agree, makes the case that every church is a disciple-
making church. The question becomes one of effectiveness and the measure of effectiveness has to be more
than just an attendance number, program mix or budget level.
What if an effective disciple-making church involved every member on a clearly defined path? Maybe a
path of personal discovery, growth and replication leading all members to become equipped to engage the
community and beyond with the love of Christ.
What if the journey started with every new believer having a faith mentor, maybe a close friend who shared
Christ with them? What would our church look like if that faith mentor would introduce new believers to a Bible
Study Group that would provide both Bible Study and fellowship connections? Then with the aid of a mentor
and Bible Study Group, that new believer became involved in a small accountability group and was invited to
begin exploring opportunities for service and mission involvement.
Then, what if our church provided additional discipleship opportunities to learn effective practices and life skills
that could answer Biblical questions about sharing faith, managing resources, parenting effectively, leadership,
etc.? And then tailor those discipleship experiences based upon perceived needs and opportunities.
Finally, what if there was an expectation that every believer would one day become a faith mentor? I do
wonder. Maybe the process of growth begins with the seasoned saints of all ages who are willing to lead, share
and mentor.
Certainly something to pray about.
Larry
ADULT MINISTRY Page 6
Larry Stehr Karen Hierholzer
Minister to Adults Ministry Assistant
512.255.3454 512.255.3454
lstehr@fbcrr.org khierholzer@fbcrr.org
ADULT MINISTRY Page 7
PRESCHOOL MINISTRY Page 8
We don’t want trusting God to be hard for our
preschoolers. God has done so much to show us that
we can trust Him. That is why we are going to continue
teaching our preschoolers that they can Press Play
and trust God with everything. The music, the dancing,
and the instruments continue this month. And, most
importantly, we have more true stories from the Bible of
people who show us why we can trust God. We want
preschoolers to trust that God is always with them. We
want them to look to Jesus so He can show them they
can trust God. We want them to put on the armor of God
and trust Him to use it to make them strong. And, we
want them to trust that nothing can ever separate them
from God’s love. It is our prayer that they will always
remember all of the reasons why they can trust God.
Tracey Mayo Nicole Estrada Chrissy Thurman
Minister to Preschool Children/Preschool FSLC Assistant Director
512.255.3454 Administrative Assistant 512.255.3454
tmayo@fbcrr.org 512.255.3454 cthurman@fbcrr.org
nestrada@fbcrr.org
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY Page 9
A Note from Melva...
SUMMER has been a BLAST so far! Can’t wait for July! My husband,
Clark, has made a couple of water bottle rocket launchers for Science
with Erick at Kidz Kamp! The kids will design their very own rockets…
then…AAAAHHH!….as the rocket launches above us the water splashes
all over us below! What a Blast!
Have you ever been to Israel? We’ll take a trip together traveling to Israel
on an archaeological DIG during Vacation Bible School! Heading first to
Bethlehem (where Jesus was born), then to Siloam’s Pool (where Jesus
healed a blind man’s eyes). Next stop, Jerusalem’s Kidron Valley and the
path to Gethsemane (where Jesus was betrayed and rejected), then to
a rolling tomb stone (Jesus rose from the grave and appeared to several
people). Last stop, Samaria, a road to Gaza (where Philip reads from
Dead Sea Scrolls). It’s going to be a trip of a lifetime and we’ll discover
along the way the story of JESUS! Don’t miss it! Get it on your calendar;
come hang out with us! We missed being together last year; that makes Science with Erick
this year much MORE SPECIAL!
Making Bottle
I want to hear from you; what’s your favorite place in Israel? Get back
to me; let’s talk and learn from each other about these amazing places Rockets to Launch.
that we read about in the Bible!
See you there!
Ms. Melva
Qumram Caves
Marc & Barbara
in Gethsemane Sea of Galilee
at very old Olive Tree
Mark & Rachelle
at Empty Tomb in Israel
in Jerusalem
Melva Shubert Nicole Estrada
Minister to Children Children/Preschool
512.255.3454 Administrative Assistant
mshubert@fbcrr.org 512.255.3454
nestrada@fbcrr.org
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Church family! Here is your opportunity to help ensure a fantastic vacation
bible school 2021 by donating needed items. Just drop the items off at
the church office.
Vbs props:
Tan canvas drop cloths
Big sytrofoam blocks
Clay pots
Burlap sacks
Rustic crates
Props that would go with an archaeology theme
Small and medium size amazon boxes
Paper towel tubes
Food items (needed by july 14th):
Monetary donations for chick-fil-a night and pizza night
Hot dogs
Hot dog buns
Chips
Cookies
LemonadeSTUDENT MINISTRY Page 12
A Word From Tim:
“And when Jesus had finished speaking, He said to Simon, “put out into the deep and let down your
Nets for a catch.” And Simon answered, “master, we toiled all night and took nothing! But as at your
word I will let down the nets.” And when they had done this, they enclosed a large number of fish,
and their nets were breaking. They signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help
them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. But when Simon Peter saw
it, he fell down at Jesus’ knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, oh Lord” and Jesus
said to him, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching men.” And when they had brought
their boats to land, they left everything and followed Him. Luke 5: 4-8, 10-11 Summer Bible Study
I have thoroughly enjoyed so many of the events we have done this summer with our students. One
of my favorite times, however, has been going through The Chosen series with them and asking
pointed questions to stir up discussion. In Luke 5, leaving everything behind was quite literal for
Simon and the rest of the disciples; their livelihoods were one-hundred percent dependent on their
boats and fishing gear, not to mention their time on the water. But when Simon Peter realized Jesus
was the promised Messiah, he fell to his knees quickly in a manner of unworthiness and acknowl-
edgement of Jesus’ holiness. Any previously held notion of control disappeared, and in its place
were respect and a desire to serve the One who was actually in control. And then Simon did the only Please Join Us!
logical thing...he surrendered and called Jesus Lord. I love the beauty of the realization that faith in Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm
Jesus is free. Jesus gives hope and life. However, following Him costs us everything. As we watch the
videos of The Chosen
and dig deeper with small
I want to ask that you continue to pray for our students as we enjoy the summer, but dig deeper group discussions and
into scripture and understanding our faith. Pray that God would continue to give specific direction walk through the Bible
for the decisions they have to make and for the way they need to go. Pray for humility and resolve Study.
to keep following Him.
Blessings,
Tim Darst
Be sure to follow us at fbcrr.org/students
Sunday Night After Church
Dogs at the Diamond!
SNAC Thursday, July 1st
Baseball & $1 Hotdogs
Sunday, July 11th 1-3PM
6-9PM Smash Brother Toury (More Details to Come)
FLC - Gym
Come out for a great evening
Student Game Room Monday, July 12th
of games & fellowship together. 7:05pm Game time
Tim Darst Chrissy Thurman
Ashley Grafe
Minister to Students Ministry Assistant
Student Intern
512.255.3454 512.255.3454
512.255.3454
tdarst@fbcrr.org cthurman@fbcrr.orgFINANCE/ADMINISTRATIVE Page 13
Worship Through Giving
5/31/2021 6/6/2021 6/13/2021 6/20/2021 Year to Date
Giving Needed $40,566.00 $40,566.00 $40,566.00 $40,566.00 $486,792.00
Giving Received $62,041.37 $52,130.58 $29,964.27 $31,571.28 $502,954.56
Giving Over (Under) $21,475.37 $11,564.58 $(10,601.73) $(8,994.72) $16,162.56
Project to Date
Legacy Renewal Campaign $435.00 $1,380.00 $1,425.00 $2,160.00 $1,584,001.17
Since Note Consolidation on
11/27/2018, we have reduced
principal by $1,131,830 and
we have paid down 66% of
the original note. We are
55 months ahead of straight
amorization! All current
Legacy giving is applied as
extra principal toward the
note balance.
A Note from Bob... JULY already! Our fiscal year has started off with a bang as we begin our
recovery from COVID-19, closing the books on our first quarter of Financial
Operation.
Our Consolidated Loan balance at the end of May was $586,169.00; below $600K … and we are now 55
months ahead of a straight amortization schedule. It just keeps getting better and better as God blesses us
and you remain faithful to His calling.
Programs are beginning to restart and we’ve accomplished the following:
• Ministerial staff retreat at Camp Tejas,
• Added 2 portable check-in stations for Bible Study,
• Men’s Breakfast and Summer Literature order,
• Graduating Senior recognition,
• Replacement of faucets in Building D.
And, in addition, there’s money for replacement of landscaping which was severely damaged in our final
blast of winter. We also have funds for needed HVAC replacement as summer falls closely on its heels as
well as for Camps and VBS which have begun and will continue to happen this year. Attendance in both our
worship services and Bible Study continues to grow; rapidly approaching pre-COVID values.
As we gradually return to our pre-COVID lifestyles, let’s not forget to be thankful for all God has given us as
He has brought us to this point. God truly is good … ALL THE TIME!!
Bob Hawkins Judy Adams
Business Administrator Financial Administrator
512.255.3454 512.255.3454
bhawkins@fbcrr.org jadams@fbcrr.orgMEMBERS NEWS Page 14
Worship
July Staff Anniversaries
In-Person Bible Study
Totals In Person & Nicole Estrada
5/30 194* On-line Totals Administrative Assistant
6/6 406 5/30 281 7/8/2019
6/13 185* 6/6 403 2 Years
6/20 385 6/13 330
6/20 328 Larry Stehr
*8:30 worship attendance
info unavailable Minister of Discipleship
7/16/2012
9 Years
Rachelle Baker Marc Alarcon Buddy Hierholzer
Receptionist Facilities Director Facilities Technician
512.255.3454 512.255.3454 512.255.3454
rbaker@fbcrr.org malarcon@fbcrr.org bhierholzer@fbcrr.orgFixed Sunday Morning Schedule Page 15
9:45 Adult Bible Study In-Person
8:30 Choir Led Worship Services In-Person & Online
11:00 Contemporary Worship Services In-Person & Online
Start Date Start Time Title Buildings/Rooms
THUR 7/1/2021 7:00 PM Celebrate Recovery FLC
THUR 7/1/2021 6:00 AM Kids Camp FLC: Gym
THUR 7/1/2021 7:00 PM Salt and Light FLC: D270
THUR 7/1/2021 1:00 PM SM Smash Brothers Tourny FLC: Assembly Area
THUR 7/1/2021 6:30 PM WM Women of the Bible Summer Edition FLC: Assembly Area
FRI 7/2/2021 6:00 AM Kids Camp FLC: Gym
MON 7/5/2021 7:00 PM 714 Prayer Group Lane House
MON 7/5/2021 8:30 AM Pre-K Camp FLC: PreSchool Hall
TUES 7/6/2021 8:30 AM Pre-K Camp FLC: PreSchool Hall
TUES 7/7/2021 8:30 AM Pre-K Camp FLC: PreSchool Hall
WED 7/7/2021 6:30 PM Science with Erick FLC: B Hall
WED 7/7/2021 6:30 PM SM Summer Bible Study FLC: Assembly Area
WED 7/7/2021 6:00 PM Sunday Worship Band Rehearsal Worship Center
THUR 7/8/2021 7:00 PM Celebrate Recovery FLC
THUR 7/8/2021 8:30 AM Pre-K Camp FLC: PreSchool Hall
THUR 7/8/2021 7:00 PM Salt and Light FLC: D270
FRI 7/9/2021 9:00 AM SM Froth & Food Off site
SUN 7/11/2021 12:00 PM Singles Luncheon Fellowship Lane House: Lane House
SUN 7/11/2021 9:30 AM SM Birthday Bash FLC: Assembly Area
SUN 7/11/2021 6:00 PM SM SNAC Gym
SUN 7/11/2021 5:00 PM SM SNL FLC: Parlor
SUN 7/11/2021 4:00 PM VBS Clinic FLC: Assembly Area
SUN 7/11/2021 12:00 PM VBS decorating FLC: B Hall & Preschool Hall
MON 7/12/2021 7:00 PM 714 Prayer Group Lane House
MON 7/12/2021 6:30 PM SM - Dogs at Dell Diamond Dell Diamond
WED 7/14/2021 6:30 PM SM Summer Bible Study FLC: Assembly Area
WED 7/14/2021 6:00 PM Sunday Worship Band Rehearsal Worship Center
THUR 7/15/2021 7:00 PM Celebrate Recovery Lane House
THUR 7/15/2021 6:00 PM Gideons FLC: Parlor
THUR 7/15/2021 7:00 PM Salt and Light FLC: D270
THUR 7/15/2021 6:30 PM WM Women of the Bible Summer Edition FLC: Assembly Area
FRI 7/16/2021 6:00 PM SM Nacho Night FLC: Assembly Area
SUN 7/18/2021 6:00 PM VBS Campus Wide
MON 7/19/2021 7:00 PM 714 Prayer Group Lane House
MON 7/19/2021 6:00 PM VBS Campus Wide
TUES 7/20/2021 6:00 PM VBS Campus Wide
WED 7/21/2021 6:00 PM VBS Campus Wide
THUR 7/22/2021 7:00 PM Celebrate Recovery Lane HouseStart Date Start Time Title Buildings/Rooms
FRI 7/22/2021 6:00 PM VBS Campus Wide
SUN 7/25/2021 6:00 PM Quarterly Church Conference Worship Center
SUN 7/25/2021 5:00 PM SM SNL FLC: Assembly Area
MON 7/26/2021 7:00 PM 714 Prayer Group Lane House
MON 7/26/2021 1:00 PM SM Mario Cart Tournament FLC: Assembly Area
WED 7/28/2021 6:30 PM Science with Erick FLC: B Hall
WED 7/28/2021 6:30 PM SM Summer Bible Study FLC: Assembly Area
WED 7/28/2021 6:00 PM Sunday Worship Band Rehearsal Worship Center
THUR 7/29/2021 7:00 PM Celebrate Recovery FLC
THUR 7/29/2021 7:00 PM Salt and Light FLC: D270
THUR 7/29/2021 6:30 PM WM Women of the Bible Summer Edition FLC: Assembly Area
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