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Sunday, December 12, 2021 "Christmas Presence, Don't Worry, Be Happy" Luke 2: 8-11 | Dr. Randy Ashcraft

Christmas is a season of colliding emotions. It is certainly a time for joyous celebration, however the trappings of the season can leave us longing for more. All of us want to be happy, especially at Christmas. But often we are so over extended we miss the real Presence of the one who's birthday we celebrate. Best we can tell joy infused the hearts of those who first celebrated the birth of Jesus. What is joy anyway?  

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PRAY TOGETHER As we joyfully await the glorious coming of Christ, we pray to you for the needs of the church and the world. Hear our humble prayer that we may serve you in holiness and faith and give voice to your presence among us until the day of the coming of your Son, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns for ever and ever. Amen.

God sent his one and only son, Jesus, to provide eternal life for all who would believe and follow him. By choosing to follow Jesus Christ, you are receiving the gift of Christmas offered freely to everyone by a loving God. Knowing God and having faith in Jesus is a personal and individual decision. God longs to have a relationship with you! CONNECT WITH US Trusting in God with all we have, we give to support the work of God's church because we believe in our mission to share God's love with our community and world in the name of Jesus. Give online or by mail. Giving allows us to keep being the church. (411 Market St, Wilm, NC 28401) GIVE ONLINE

Celebrate the Season with First Baptist Church

ADVENT WORSHIP ONLINE  OR IN-PERSON 411 Market Street at 9AM and 11AM CHRISTMAS TREES & WREATHS Student Mission Trip Fundraiser CHRISTMAS AT THE COVE FBC Mission Outreach for Families in Need CHRISTMAS AT FIRST BAPTIST Chancel Choir & Orchestra CANDLELIGHT CHRISTMAS EVE 3 &11 PM (Traditional Worship) 5 PM (Modern Worship)

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Luke 2:8-11 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.  Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord.

Christmas Eve at First Baptist 3PM – Traditional Service 5PM – Modern Service 11PM – Traditional Service Christmas Eve is the most holy night of the year as we worship God for the gift of eternal life born in Jesus Christ. Make plans now for December 24 to attend worship by candlelight at First Baptist Church.

Nursery Care will be provided at the 3PM and 5PM services. We need help with nursery care, so that our regular staff can be off on this special evening. We are looking for Volunteer Child Care Workers for the 3PM and 5PM services. Shifts will be from 2:30-4:00 and 4:30-6:00. If you would like to learn more or volunteer, contact Becca Jones, Minister to Children.

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