First, Adult Sunday School at First Baptist Church is really multiple Schools, there are five, plus several for youngsters. Each one is an informal discussion group to help with your understanding of the Bible and for you to get to know other people. Check out these Sunday School classes to find the fit that works best for you! We were not created to go through life alone. Sunday School is a great way to find fellowship, make friends, and feel a deeper, more personal connection to your faith and the Bible. The best part is, you don’t have to sign anything, raise your hand, write a check, stand on one foot or recite the Lord’s Prayer out loud.
Read MoreWeekly Update for Sunday, September 29, 2019
OCC shoebox postage offering: this Sunday following the morning service.
The Essence of All Prayer-small group/Bible study: hosted by Wally & Connie Liechty. Syllabus and sign-up sheet are on the Welcome Center.
Pastor Appreciation/Feast of the Tabernacle: Oct. 13, pitch in dinner after the morning service. Everyone is welcome, side dishes and desserts would be appreciated.
Fall hot dog roast/hayride: Oct. 26 at 5:00 PM. Bring picnic type side dishes and lawn chairs!
Church directory photos: Oct. 29, 2:00-9:00 PM and Oct. 30, 12:00-7:00 PM. Each person or group getting their pictures taken will receive a free 8×10 portrait. There is no purchase necessary. This is a tool the church can use to help new people know who everyone is. See Pat Woodall with any questions.
Weekly Update for Sunday, September 22, 2019
Glenburn service: this Sunday, 3:00 PM.
Family Movie night: Sept. 27, 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Church family and friends are invited. Contact Kim Collins for more information.
Daughters of the King-Women’s Retreat: Sept. 28, 10:00 AM-1:30 PM at the Shelburn Baptist Church. If interested, please contact Martha Wagner for free tickets or more information.
Operation Christmas Child shoebox postage offering: Sept. 29. (See Tammy Hart with questions.)
The Essence of All Prayer-small group/Bible study: hosted by Wally & Connie Liechty. Syllabus and sign-up sheet (information) are on the Welcome Center.
Church directory photos: Oct. 29, 2:00-9:00 PM and Oct. 30, 12:00-7:00 PM. (See bulletin insert.) Each person or group getting their pictures taken will receive a free 8×10 portrait. There is no purchase necessary. This is a tool the church can use to help new people know who everyone is. See Pat Woodall with any questions.
Weekly Update for Sunday, September 15, 2019
We are having two work days this week at the new Open Arms boys home in Lyons. If you can help Monday or Friday, see Kim Collins or come over at 9:30.
Please join us for an Operation Christmas Child “Thank You” event on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 6:00-8:00 PM. Learn more about OCC and The Greatest Journey discipleship course for shoebox recipients, enjoy dessert and a special video message from a former shoebox recipient. Everyone is invited!
We need desserts donated for this event. Please contact Pat Woodall.
Glenburn service: Sept. 22, 3:00 PM.
Family Movie night: Sept. 27, 6:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Church family and friends are invited. Contact Kim Collins for more information.
Daughters of the King-Women’s Retreat: Sept. 28, 10:00 AM-1:30 PM at the Shelburn Baptist Church. If interested, please contact Martha Wagner for free tickets or more information.
OCC shoebox postage offering: Sept. 29. (See Tammy Hart with questions.)
The Essence of All Prayer-small group/Bible study: hosted by Wally & Connie Liechty. Syllabus and sign-up sheet (information) are on the Welcome Center.
Church directory photos: Oct. 29, 2:00-9:00 PM and Oct. 30, 12:00-7:00 PM. Each person or group getting their pictures taken will receive a free 8×10 portrait. There is no purchase necessary. This is a tool the church can use to help new people know who everyone is. See Pat Woodall with any questions.
Weekly Update for Sunday, September 8, 2019
Promotion and Teacher Appreciation dinner: this Sunday after church.
Deacon and C.E. board meetings: Sept. 10, 6:30 PM.
We will have a special offering on Sept. 15 for Pregnancy Choices.
Please join us for an Operation Christmas Child “Thank You” event on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 6:00-8:00 PM. Learn more about OCC and The Greatest Journey discipleship course for shoebox recipients, enjoy dessert and a special video message from a former shoebox recipient. Everyone is invited!
Glenburn service: Sept. 22, 3:00 PM.
Daughters of the King-Women’s Retreat: Sept. 28, 10:00 AM-1:30 PM at the Shelburn Baptist Church. If interested, please contact Martha Wagner for free tickets or more information.
The Essence of All Prayer-small group/Bible study: hosted by Wally & Connie Liechty. Syllabus and sign-up sheet (information) are on the Welcome Center.
Sacraments
I was born and raised a Baptist. As a boy, I heard things like: “Baptist born & Baptist bred; and when I die I’ll be Baptist dead!”; “If I find one hair of my head that’s not Baptist, I’ll pull it out!”, and other memorable quotes from Baptist preachers. I really like what Evangelist B. R. Lakin once said, though: “I used to be proud of being a Baptist ‘til I found out how many of us were in the penitentiary!”
There are Baptist distinctives, and I do believe them. If I didn’t, then I’d go join up with a group that did teach what I believe. I’m not one who thinks that denominations are necessarily a bad thing. I think genuine Christians can acknowledge each other as real followers of Christ, and still disagree over matters of church government, how baptism should be administered, and exactly what the Holy Spirit does, etc. . When we disagree on things like that, it’s probably best for us to find a group of other like-minded Christians with which to worship and work. It’s like athletes who love baseball, playing on different teams, with different coaches, practicing in different ways, but all for the love of the game. Only, with us, it isn’t a game, and it’s all for the love of Jesus.
Read MoreWeekly Update for Sunday, September 1, 2019
There will be no Evening Service this Sunday in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
The church office will be closed on Monday for Labor Day.
Promotion and Teacher Appreciation Sunday: Sept. 8, with a dinner after the morning service. Salads and desserts are needed, the rest will be provided.
Deacons meeting: Sept. 10, 6:30 PM.
C.E. Board meeting: Sept. 10, 6:30 PM.
We will have a special offering on Sept. 15 for Pregnancy Choices, instead of using the baby bottles this year. These funds help them work with young parents in our community who need their guidance and assistance.
Please join us for an Operation Christmas Child “Thank You” event on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 6:00-8:00 PM. Learn more about OCC and The Greatest Journey discipleship course for shoebox recipients, enjoy dessert and a special video message from a former shoebox recipient. Everyone is invited!
Weekly Update for Sunday, August 25, 2019
This Sunday: There will be a brief trustee meeting after the morning service.
Promotion and Teacher Appreciation Sunday: Sept. 8, with a dinner after the morning service. Salads and desserts are needed, the rest will be provided.
Deacons meeting: Sept. 10, 6:30 PM.
C.E. Board meeting: Sept. 10, 6:30 PM.
We will have a special offering on Sept. 15 for Pregnancy Choices, instead of using the baby bottles this year. These funds help them work with young parents in our community who need their guidance and assistance.
Please join us for an Operation Christmas Child “Thank You” event on Saturday, Sept. 21 from 6:00-8:00 PM. Come learn more about OCC and The Greatest Journey discipleship course for shoebox recipients, enjoy dessert and a special video message from a former shoebox recipient. Everyone is invited!