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Children's Ministry
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Here at First Baptist, our Children's Ministry is "First Kids!" The children attend Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. on Sundays, and during worship, Ms. Jamie has a Children's Message, then the kids are dismissed to Children's Church. On the 4th Sunday of the month, children remain in the Sanctuary for "Parenting in the Pew", you can learn more about this program by reading the book "Parenting in the Pew: Guiding Your Children into the Joy of Worship," by Robbie Castleman.
Jamie Higginbotham, Children's Director
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Each season—fall, winter, spring, and summer—brings something unique and wonderful. From leaves changing colors to flowers blooming or animals hibernating, the changing seasons remind us that no matter what, God is with us through it all. In this 4-week series, kids will discover how we can respond to God in every season of life. They’ll learn that God’s words are always in season, God leads us in every season, God hears us no matter the season, and we can thank God for every season. BIG IDEAS & BIBLE STORIES God’s words are always in season. (Delight in God's Ways: Psalm 1; Mark 13:28–31) God leads us in every season. (The Lord Is My Shepherd: Psalm 23; Luke 15:1–7) God hears us no matter the season. (Create in Me a Pure Heart: Psalm 51; 1 Timothy 2:1–7) We can thank God for every season. (Give Thanks: Psalm 100; 1 Timothy 6:6–16)
Autumn at First Baptist
The busy yet fun season is here! There are many fun activities and mission minded projects that you and your child are invited to participate in. Here are some things to look forward to: Sunday, October 11: First Kids and Youth are heading to Alpha Omega Corn Maze. We are leaving the church at 12:30 (basically right after service). The tickets are covered but children will need money for lunch and snacks. Sunday, October 18: Intergenerational Mission Project - We will be making Fall Treat Bags for the children at Ebenezer from 2-3 pm. Saturday, October 24: Our Children's Ministry will have a booth set up at the Spooktacular Event in Downtown North Wilkesboro from 4-8 pm. Sunday, November 15: We are going to see ELF at Barter Theatre in Abingdon, VA. This is open to the entire congregation! Please register with Patricia or Katie by October 14th. Tickets are $25. The production begins at 3pm. Since we will be leaving directly after worship, we are asking that you bring a bag lunch. You will need to bring $ for dinner on the way home and any snacks or drinks at Barter.
CANDY and VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! We will have a booth at Spooktacular again this year in North Wilkesboro. This means we will need enough candy to give to 5000 children! That's a lot of candy! Also, if you would like to volunteer to give out candy between 4-8 on October 24th, please contact Jamie. We will do one hour segments and I would like to have 2 people in the booth at all times. Brian and Jamie will be responsible for set-up and clean-up.
NURSERY VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED
Nursery Volunteers Needed! If you are willing and able, please sign-up for one or two spots every 3 months. This would ensure that our nursery is covered, you get to play with some adorable little humans, and enjoy the company of our Ms. Racheal! Just click the "Nursery Volunteer Sign-Up" button below. Thank you!
First Baptist Youth
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Reverend Patricia Turner
Associate Pastor
Fall is here along with cooler weather. Our first fall opportunity for the FBCNE youth is the CBFNC Youth Beach Retreat at Caswell October 2-4. Please be in prayer for Camden Higginbotham, James Carlson, Aidan Sharp as they participate in this retreat. The theme is I'm Still Standing based on the narrative of Joseph in Genesis 37-45. I am grateful for Rod and Tammy Watts who will be chaperoning the weekend with me. Pray that the retreat will be formative in the lives of these youth as well as a time of building relationships together and with others.
Sunday, October 11 the youth will go to the Alpha and Omega Corn Maze for a time of fellowship and fun together. We will leave at 12:30 p.m. Bring money for lunch and any snacks you would like to buy at the corn maze.
Sunday, October 18 will be another intergenerational mission project from 2-3 p.m. Our mission project will focus on fall treat bags for the children at Ebenezer's Children's Home.
Please continue to pray for our youth daily. Your support and prayers are so important in their lives.
Fall blessings,
Patricia