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January 25, 2023

Dear Friends,

Have you heard the news? If not, here's the short version:

So many in our FBC family have stepped up in service and in love. It started with the deep chill over Christmas, a warming station, some blankets, and food. In the past week, FBC folks have been spotted volunteering around town to provide relief supplies, take food to tornado victims, to help with property damage, to offer shelter to workers, to wash clothes for workers—and the list could go on. In short, you, FBC friends, are amazing.

Check out your news for the week.

Bring a friend.

Enjoy some food.

Learn about Jesus!

5:00 p.m. Meal

Supper this week will be lasagna, salad, garlic bread, and dessert. Please RSVP below.

6:00 p.m. Small Groups & Music rehearsals—Learn more HERE.

6:30, 7:00 p.m. Music rehearsals for Connexion Praise Team

Are you curious about FBC Griffin? Have you thought about joining the church, but you still have questions?

Take the next step and get the answers you need.

Our next Journey in Grace membership class will be held Sunday morning, February 5, at 10:15 a.m. in the Heritage Room. It helps us plan if you RSVP.

Acts Challenge

We hope you will participate in our Acts Challenge. Acts Filament Journals are still available. Please look for them in the Welcome Centers. You can also use the New Living Translation version of Acts available at Bible Gateway or on the You Version Bible App.

Team Rubicon will continue to occupy our gym through Sunday (January 29). This group has mobilized to assist with tree removal throughout the city. If you would like to volunteer with this effort, you may do so on site at the Family Life Center.

Your kids have REAL talent! We hope they will share it with us in the May 10th Friday Night Coffeehouse Concert event we are calling "Strut Your Stuff." We are inviting children and youth to participate. Help us plan by filling out this quick form.

Music and Missions takes place in the Preschool and Elementary halls on Wednesday nights from 6 to 7 p.m. We learn about the work of missionaries around the world, sample some of their food, and play tunes from their culture.

Bring a friend this week!

Each Sunday morning during the Connexion Worship service children can come forward to spend a little time with Lori. After this Time for Children, they can then attend Children's Worship in room 207. (The exception is Communion Sunday when children stay with their families in service.)

Show your support of the Children's Ministry by wearing one of our new KIDMIN t-shirts! Ask Lori for details.

Wait...didn't I just see that picture in the Children's section I scrolled past?

You did! We want kids AND youth to steal the show!

Your preteens and teens have REAL talent!

We hope they will share it with us in the May 10th Friday Night Coffeehouse Concert event we are calling "Strut Your Stuff." We are inviting children and youth to participate. Help us plan by filling out this quick form.

Students meet in the Student Center tonight at 6:30 p.m.

Mark your calendar!

Basecamp — July 17-21, 2023

This Week in Music Ministry

Sanctuary Choir

7:00 p.m.

Choir Room

Instrumental Ensemble

6:00 p.m.

Instrumental Room

Connexion Praise Team

Vocalists: 6:30 p.m.

Band: 7:00 p.m.

Ukulele Ensemble

Noon, Thursday

Noon, Tuesdays (Beginner)

Handbells

4:30 p.m., Handbell Room

Missions

Many in our church family have been affected by the recent storms that passed through our county and city. In an effort to assist them with home and auto repairs, the Finance Committee has approved a special Love Offering. For example, one of our custodians, Robert Wyche, had significant damage to his home and his car was destroyed. This offering would assist Robert, as well as any other members who might request assistance on a case-by-case basis. To make a donation online, select "Love Offering" as the fund, or to give by cash or check, place your offering in the offering plate on Sunday and designate "Love Offering" on the envelope.

Christian Literature Recycling

Are you cleaning out after the holiday? Bring your old Christian literature to the church and we will recycle it for you! The Women on Mission will be collecting material through the end of January. Drop items off in the collection bins in each Welcome Center.

The Caregivers Clothes Closet has reached capacity. We cannot accept anymore clothing donations at this time.

We will notify you when we can resume accepting donations.

Thank you for your continued support!

Community

Church Library

Library Hours

Wednesdays 6 to 8 p.m.

Sundays 10 to 11:30 a.m.

Don't forget your library book or devotional when you pack for that camping trip!

Ways You Can Serve

Partners with Griffin-Spalding Schools

Many children here in Griffin could use a friend—a positive person who can encourage them and spend time with them. The hardest part of it for you is just showing up. Won't you consider becoming a mentor? If you have questions or would like to become a mentor, then please contact Seth Brown.

LifeSong Ministry

The next LifeSong class will begin on February 27, 2023. If you know a woman that would benefit from the LifeSong program, please have them contact the ministry at 404-980-5549. You may also contact the program on behalf of a woman you would like to be considered for the program.

If you would like to be involved in this Ministry, please contact the Church Office. Thank you for the prayer support and the love you show to these women. 

What's New?

Common Grounds Coffeehouse Updates

Punch Cards Available

All food and drink items in the coffee house are $1. Don't worry if you don't have cash on you--now you can pick up a $10 punch card, which is good for any 11 food or drink items in the coffeehouse. Scan the QR code at the counter to pay electronically for a card or just for individual items.

Your Sunday morning coffee is moving to the next level...Black Smoke coffee --now in the Common Grounds Coffeehouse--will delight your taste buds, too!

Drop by for a cup this weekend.

Have YOU Got the Look?

Sometimes clothing makes a good conversation opener. Create that opportunity for a chat by wearing a fashionable shirt, jacket, or vest with a First Baptist logo.

Check out the selection and order today! Or, if you're looking for something you don't see listed, contact Leila for a link to the larger catalog.

Meetings & Upcoming Events

Camping Trip in February — If you are going camping at George L. Smith State Park with the FBC camping crew the weekend of February 18-19-20, please let Ellee Hilley know. FBC hosts a Monday night supper and provides the meat for the event. The campers bring sides and dessert.

XYZ Meeting — Mark your calendars for the next Senior Adult Ministry meeting! We will gather on February 14th at 11:30 a.m. for lunch and a program.

Jazz FBC Style — You will find First Baptist instrumentalists playing on the street corners downtown for Griffin's 2nd Saturday event on February 11th. More details about time and specific location are forthcoming.

Church Conference and Free Lunch! February 12th marks the date for our next Church Conference. We will have childcare available, but we ask you to let us know which children are coming so we can prepare enough lunch. Please RSVP here.

Did You Know...?

Because of your faithful giving to our budget our kiddos are experiencing hands-on mission opportunities, inviting friends to fun fellowship events, and hearing and experiencing the gospel every week. Thank you for giving in such a way that allows us to share the love of Jesus with the next generation.

Thank you!

Dear Lisa & FBC Family,

We cannot thank you enough for your care, support, and guidance during my father's illness and his funeral. Your kindness and thoughtfulness were such a comfort to us and we were truly blessed to have you by our side. Word cannot begin to express our gratitude. Thank you for the family meal after the service and all your prayers throughout this time!

Respectfully,

Connie Whitlock and the rest of the Lipscomb family

In Case You Missed It...

Special Requests

Your Help Requested

Please help us preserve the beauty and integrity of our worship space by enjoying your food and beverages outside the sanctuary. Thank you for helping us!

Floral Arrangements

If you would like to place flowers in the Sanctuary or Morgan Hall in honor or memory of a loved one, please call Brenda Goolsby. Her number is 770-468-3959.