Welcome
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New to First Baptist?
Dear newcomers,
We extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to our church family! Here at FBC there are plenty of ways to get involved. We encourage you to join us for worship on Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Bible Study for all ages begins at 9:45 a.m. Youth Group for grades 6-12, Children's Ministry ages 4-11, nursery available for ages birth to 3 years during both Bible study and worship time.
On the fourth Sunday of the month, children ages 4-11 stay in worship for "Parenting in the Pew", based on the book, Parenting in the Pew: Guiding Your Children into the Joy of Worship.
On fifth Sundays we have a Church-wide fellowship with either a breakfast or coffee and donuts, in place of Bible Study in our Wayland Fellowship Hall. Please join us!
We would love for you to fill out a visitor card located in the back of pew in front of you, and bring it to the Sanctuary entrance at the end of service and receive a gift which includes information about upcoming events.
Blessings,
First Baptist Staff
Honoring our Heritage, Fulfilling Our Future
Capital Campaign
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. First Kids meet on Sunday evenings from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Pick up and Drop off is at the Portico entrance.
Jamie Higginbotham, Children's Director
This Month's Series: In The Beginning Take a moment to pause and get a closer look at the amazing world around us—trees, oceans, animals, and even you! What’s even more amazing is that it was all created by God, for God. From the beginning of time, God created everything with care and purpose, showing incredible love for all of creation—especially us. The best thing we can do is give that love back by taking care of the world God has given us. In this 4-week series, kids will learn that God made the world and everything in it, we are made in God’s image, God made a plan to save us, and God helps us make good choices! BIG IDEAS & BIBLE STORIES 1. God made the world and everything in it. (God Creates the World: Genesis 1:1–25, 2:1–3; Psalm 33:4–9) 2. We are made in God’s image. (God Creates Humans: Genesis 1:26–31, 2:4–7; Matthew 9:35–10:8) 3. God made a plan to save us. (Adam and Eve: Genesis 2:15–17, 3:1–15; Romans 6:1–11) 4. God helps us make good choices. (Cain and Abel: Genesis 4:2–16; Romans 6:12–13, 20–23)
First Kids Players is now….
FIRST KIDS STAGE COMPANY!
They are not just performers, they are playwrights, skit writers, set designers, actors, directors, narrators, and so much more. Our First Kids and Youth are working toward performing an original play for our congregation in August. Youth and adults are invited to join us. (Adults must have a background check)
Our meeting times this summer are listed below:
June 10 and 24 6:30-8pm
July 13-24 (Camp) M,W,F 9-12pm Lunch will be provided
August 4, 6, 11, 13, 6-8pm
August 16- PERFORMANCE during worship!
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
Summer is upon us. Fast Food Fridays will resume June 19 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Other events will be planned as well. Youth and parents please watch band and emails for details for a great summer together as a youth family.
Passport Missions is June 7-11 at Lees-McRae College in Banner Elk. We will commission the team on Sunday, June 7. Attending camp this year are Charlea Abrams, Lucas Lambert, Eli Sharp, Maddie Caudill, Ainsley Young, Camden Higginbotham, Blake Huffman, Reid Huskey, James Carlson, Grayce Mitchell, Henry Welborn, Noah Horton, Julian Parsons, Lake Carver, and Kellan Barton. Chaperones will be Rod & Tammy Watts, Evan Zelensky and Patricia Turner. Our own Gywnnie Young will be a staffer that week as well as the full summer of Passport Missions.
Passport Sunday in Worship will be June 21. Youth will share their experiences in a Passport-themed worship service. Please make plans to join us!!
Looking forward to a great summer. Thank you for being a loving, supportive church family.
With gratitude and summer blessings,
Patricia