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First Baptist
CROSSINGS
March 2021
I want to begin by FBC Youth News
thanking God for his many Savannah B and Taya
blessings. One of those
blessings for me was One Most of January was
Winter Night. It was definitely spent recording and preparing
cold sleeping on the sidewalk for the annual Christmas play. As most of you know,
but well worth it! You helped me to raise $3,010. God rather than being performed live, the play was recorded,
blessed CU at Home by far exceeding their fundraising this was a new experience for everyone involved. Some
goal. Thank you to the many of you who supported my pros of this were being able to take as many shots as we
fundraising effort and especially for helping the “least of needed, we were able to be more creative since editing
these.” was now an option and with the absence of a live
We have entered into the season of Lent, a time audience actors who would usually get stage fright were
where we reflect on the sacrifice of Jesus in preparation more at ease. The cons of recording were the fact that on
for Holy Week, beginning with Palm Sunday on March 28 recording day, some actors couldn’t come because of
and concluding with resurrection Sunday, also known as being quarantined, and some scenes were hard to shoot
Easter, on April 4. I hope you will take time over the next because some actors had a hard time hearing their cue
few weeks to contemplate the work of Jesus in bringing since actors needed to be six feet apart.
about our salvation. A short synopsis of the sacrifice and When we weren’t practicing or recording we went
exaltation of Jesus can be found in Philippians 2:5-11. one night where we did arts and crafts. Some of the
You might read and reflect upon this passage during this options were making bracelets, coloring Bible verse-
season of Lent. themed coloring sheets, or creating our own drawings.
A few other matters I want to call attention to Being creative was not hard because of the number of art
include revitalization and daylight savings time. Our board materials we could use. Overall our creative activities
is working through the revitalization process with the help expand the ways to learn about the Lord and make it
of a regional consultant and a book that highlights the really fun.
steps that other churches have taken to reach the next
generation in their context. You will be hearing more Upcoming in March:
about this in the near future. Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28 – Financial Foundations/Sundays @
Finally, daylight savings time begins on March 9AM – FBC. Led by Noelle Bailey, Jacob Hobbs and
14, so please remember to move your clocks ahead one Lindsay Weiss
hour on Saturday night, March 13, before you go to bed. Mar. 3 – Getting to Know God – Acts17:22-34 (6:30-
Please continue to stay safe and healthy. 8:00PM) FBC
In Christ, Mar. 10 – God’s X-Ray Wisdom – 1 Samuel 16:1-13
Brian (6:30-8:00PM) FBC
“Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life.’” Mar. 17 – No Youth – Spring Break – ENJOY!
– John 11:25 NIV Mar. 24 – Request Granted – James 1:5-8; 3:13-18 (6:30-
8:00PM) FBC
Mar. 31 – Parent-led Easter Activity (6:30-8:00PM) FBC
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Also, we are happy that Beth Dillman has agreed joining, please contact Brian at (309) 826-8116 or at
to be one of our rotating youth leaders on Wednesday bs.romanowski@gmail.com.
nights. Welcome Beth to the team and thank you so
much! Fridays @7 p.m. (Meets weekly, except the first Friday of
And a thank you to Jenny Weiss. She has been a the month) This small group is studying Romans. It
faithful Wednesday night youth leader but with her job currently meets over Zoom. If you are not currently a
change will be stepping back on a regular basis. She is member of a small group and are interested in joining,
still very much involved with the youth though and will please contact Adam at (630) 991-3895 or at
continue to head up a once-a-month parent activity and askrause91@gmail.com.
lead the FBC Education Team. Thank you, Jenny, for
your faithful service!
Ministries
Children & Youth Each month, Helping Hands provides
Activities food and other items for people in
need in Mahomet. Our church
Youth Schedule (grades 6-12): participates by providing sugar. Our
Meeting in person again on goal each month is 100 lbs. of sugar,
Wednesdays at FBC from 6:30- dish soap, and shampoo. God bless
8PM with worship, games, you for giving generously!
prayer time and various Bible
Studies, using the “Intersections” curriculum from New Commandment Ministry is a group of volunteers
LeaderTrek. Fran Street, Brian Romanowski, Bruce who help with projects within the church family as well as
Swartz, Abby Heckman, Pat Theobald and Beth Dillman outside the church. This is an outreach ministry. If you
provide adult leadership. Approximately once a month, on are interested in helping, have a need, or know someone
a Wednesday night, the youth also have a parent led with a need, please contact Jeremy Rexroad at (217)
“fun” activity organized by Jenny Weiss. 649-9810 or Brian Romanowski at the church for
information.
Kids’ Club Schedule (grades K-5):
These students are meeting over Zoom for a lesson,
which uses the Gospel Project curriculum, activities, and
Happy Birthday!
prayer time, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Amy Krause, 1 Chris Ingersoll
Helen Murphy, Linda Swartz and Pat Theobald provide 5 Phil Labno
adult leadership. 18 Pat Theobald
19 Jeff Riddle
Sunday Mornings: 22 Tracy T. Tringali
Youth Study: Financial Foundations Bible Study 24 Sue Haley
Adult Study: Spiritual Gifts Inventory 26 Tanya Riddle
Happy Anniversary!
16 Dan and Pat Theobald
Life Groups
First Baptist Church of Mahomet currently has two small Important Dates
groups meeting, all of which are open to new members. March 14 Daylight Savings starts
The dates and times are as follows: March 17 St. Patrick’s Day
Friday @6:30 p.m. (Meets every other week) March 28 Palm Sunday
This small group is beginning The Purpose Driven Life by
Rick Warren, which explores the question of why we are
here. The group is led by Pastor Brian Romanowski and
meets in Judy M’s garage/driveway. If you are not
currently a member of a small group and are interested in
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Pray for Our Church Family, …Jeremy V – For those who are lonely during this time
– For Dan Johnson, still in VA care facility in
Praise & Thanksgiving Danville after stroke
…Jackie M – Now at home after heart issues
Pray for Our Church Family, Praise & Thanksgiving …Fran S – For sister Mary Linda, who has to find a new
place to live
…Roger L – For daughter-in-law, deployed to Qatar, for – For a smooth transition for mom to the Windsor
son/grandson while she’s away – For Bill, whose wife passed away
…Phil W – For Phil dealing with COVID, pray that Kathy –That God would heal our land and the divisions
won’t catch it in it, and that we would love each other
...Rosemary H – For friend Diane, recovering from – For God’s direction in search for Student
second COVID infection and dealing with diabetes Ministries Director
…Ann P – For Emily, recovering at home, still nonverbal …Amy K – For friend’s brother David, whose cancer is
and receiving rehab. back and not looking hopeful, and for his family, including
…Julie R – For high school friend, Carl, who lost his job two young children, one of whom was recently diagnosed
due to COVID and is now losing his condo, that he would with cerebral palsy.
be able to get back on his feet quickly. ...Sue H – For Bob’s continued recovery at home, for Sue
– For coworker’s father who suddenly became ill as she cares for him
with COVID and is in ICU. Outlook is not good. Pray that – Lisa S, who has cancer, and Lisa’s dad
he recovers. …Nancy M – For brother David in recovery from cancer
…Pat M – For daughter and son-in-law, Heather and … Cooper W – Praise for being invited to join a Bible
Roger, sick with COVID study at work.
…Bruce S – For Larry Crabb, whose liver cancer has …Leah V – For a healthy pregnancy
returned …Bob H – For son, Colin
– For LuAnn Miller, hospitalized in Springfield …Olivia T – For son, Benny
with COVID pneumonia. …Donna H – For Tiffany McNeely, who has cancer
– For Trish Swartz and family, her husband, …Chip K – For Chip and Chari on strict lockdown in
David, has leukemia and four-year-old grandson has Kenya. For protection from Covid-19. For African farmers
brain cancer dealing with locust swarm. For protection from locusts.
– For Roger L as he battles cancer and other Pray for RETIREMENT, NURSING HOME RESIDENTS,
health concerns. the HOMEBOUND
– For friend Gary and his family
Betty Armstrong, Mary Rexroad, Maxine Leffler, Judy
– For Chris
Harris, Bob & Joan Yecny, Paul DeMoss (Jane’s
…Pastor Brian – For Myanmar and its people with the
husband), Dottie Walls
coup and several elected leaders being detained
Pray for MISSIONS AND MISSONARIES
– For India; COVID, farmers’ struggles, all people
– For Mama Mary Rexroad, who has been Jon & Amanda Good and their four children, Hungary
hospitalized Staff at CAC (Christian Activity Center) East St. Louis
– For Brian’s family, grieving mom’s death Chip & Chari Kingsbury, Kenya, Africa
– For vaccine production/distribution, for life to Larry & Becky Stanton and three daughters, Hungary
return to normal, praise for those who have already Scott & Tan Coats & family, serving in
received vaccine Thailand/Myanmar.
– For schools, for safety and wisdom Ruth Vindas serving in San Jose, Costa Rica
– For disaster relief along the Gulf coast and the Doug & Patti Magnuson, serving in Amman, Jordan.
clean-up process Sharon G., serving in North Korea
– For people of Nicaragua and Honduras after Corenne & Philip Smith, serving street children in Sao
Eta, a category 4 hurricane, ravaged those Paulo, Brazil
countries recently Pray for College Students
– For healthcare workers dealing with Covid-19 Noelle Bailey, Jacob Hobbs, Lindsay Weiss, Nate
and for grieving family members who’ve lost loved ones Douglas, Logan Weiss, Matthew Ziegler, Anna
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Ziegler, Hannah Schwaiger, Leah Bice, Brette Dow,
Natalie Douglas, Valerie Brooks GOD’S PLAN FOR SALVATION
US and International Prayer We need God’s forgiveness – Romans 3:23
…Lori & Matt Mann, development workers in Laos Salvation & Eternal Life – Romans 6:23
…Rachel (Street)/ Jacob Way teaching in China God’s Love & Salvation – Romans 5:8
…Our leaders: Federal, state & local, firemen & Calling Upon God – Romans 10:13
policemen
Confess Jesus as Savior – Romans 10:9
The following have cancer:
David C, Tom McGough, Tiffany M, Roger L, Brenda,
Beth, Ann C., Tammy Konold, Gary’s daughter, Lora
First Baptist Church of
Thomas, Chris & Kenneth Albin, Patty, Carrie, Laura Mahomet
Bice, Michael Welch, Robin Eslinger, Valerie
Bloomberg, Susan Florentino, Robert, Erin, Pat Pastor Brian Romanowski
Wodka, Jennifer, Shelly Fouss, Gina Hern,
Bernadette, Bobi Goodpastor, Shelby Horn, Chris Ted Walker – Custodian
Stevens, Tim, Jeremy’s boss’s son-in-law, Uncle Michelle Baker – Church Administrator
John, Aaron, Ann Reynolds, Tina, Carol Ware’s First Baptist Address: 402 S. Elm Street / PO
nephew, Bob Hayward, Tyrone Phillips, Dawn, Box 196 Mahomet, IL 61853
Melissa, Cheryl, Bob Gifford FBC Telephone: 217-586-3304
(PRAY for their families and caregivers, too) FBC e-mail: fbcmahomet@gmail.com
4March 2021
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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World Dr. Seuss’s Marching Day of Oreo Day:
Compliment Birthday: No activities. Music Day: Unplugging: Enjoy oreos
Blank cell.
Day: Find a Read some Watch a video Try to spend on
way to of Dr. of a marching as little time cheesecake,
compliment Seuss’s band as possible as a pie
someone else classic performance. on electronic crust, or with
(or yourself!). books. devices. a glass of
milk.
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Cereal Day: Proofreading Meatball Plant a Good
Try a new Day: Learn a Day: Make Flower Day: Samaritan
cereal. new rule spaghetti No activities. No activities. Plan out your Day: Do
Combine two about and garden. Start something
cereals. Enjoy punctuation meatballs or some kind. Read
your old or grammar. Swedish seedlings Luke 10:25-
favorite. meatballs. inside. 37.
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Pi Day: Bake a Napping Day: Panda Day: St. Sloppy Joe Let’s Laugh French
pie. Or a Take a guilt- Look up Patrick’s Day: Try a Day: Trade Language
circular cake. free nap. some cute Day: Cook new version jokes with a Day: Learn a
Wear polka- panda an Irish- of this classic friend. Watch few French
dots. videos and inspired sandwich. an online phrases.
facts. dish. Wear comedy
green. routine.
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Fragrance Chip and Tolkien Spinach Scribble
Day: Take Dip Day: Reading Day: Day: Sneak Day: Pull out
time to enjoy Make your Read some this green some pens or
your sense of No activities. favorite dip No activities. Lord of the veggie into pencils and
smell: and dig in. Rings or your dinner. doodle/
perfume, food, shorter scribble
fresh air, etc. Tolkien away.
quotes.
28 29 30 31 *Because COVID precautions mean we will not be
Weed Take a Crayon volunteering on Sundays as usual, the volunteer
Appreciation Walk in the Day: Pull schedule has temporarily been replaced with a
Day: Research Park Day: out your old calendar of the silly holidays found in each month and
which weeds No activities. Get outside crayons and suggestions for how you can celebrate them to make
are actually for a walk color. this month a little more fun.
edible or and fresh
useful. air.
5Recipe of the Month Cryptogram
Mark 11 – The Triumphal Entry
Match the numbers to their corresponding
letters to reveal the hidden message.
Date-Nut Orange Bread
By Charlotte Brownfield
2 cups pitted, chopped dates
½ cup boiling water
1 med. Orange
1/3 cup sugar
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 Tbsp vegetable oil
1 cup white flour
1 cup whole-wheat flour, minus 2 Tbsp
1 tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ - 1 cup chopped walnuts
Preheat oven 325°F. Pit, chop and cover dates with
boiling water and set aside. Grate the rind of the orange.
Peel off and discard the white membrane of the orange.
Cut up pulp, remove seeds and blend in blender until
nearly smooth. Combine dates with water, orange rind
and orange pulp. Add sugar egg, vanilla and oil. Mix
thoroughly. Sift together flours, baking soda and salt. Add
to wet ingredients. Stir until moist. Fold in chopped
walnuts. Fill 2 small (approximately 7.5 x 3.5 inch), lightly
greased loaf pans about half full. Bake for 35 minutes or
until toothpick inserted in middle of loaf comes out clean.
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