Weekly Events Snapshot
Sunday, February 26
9:00 am Nominations and
Lay Leadership Committee
10:00 am Sunday School
11:00 am Worship
2:00 pm Worship Committee
5:00 pm Voices of Grace
Tuesday, February 28
10:30 am Sounds of Grace
Wednesday, March 1
12:30 pm Community Lenten Pilgrimage
at Immanuel Lutheran Church
5:30 pm Children's Music Activities/Choirs
5:45 pm BYOM
(Bring Your Own Meal and Drink)
6:30 pm CIAs and Childcare
6:30 pm Holy Ground for Youth
6:30 pm Building Blocks for Adults
Thursday, March 2
NGO Reservation Deadline
12:00 pm Peggy Hollingsworth Circle
Sunday, March 5
10:00 am Sunday School
11:00 am Worship
5:00 pm Voices of Grace
6:00 pm Transition Team Meeting
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Click the thumbnail below
to view the March
Connections Newsletter
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Worship Video for
Sunday, February 19
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New Building Blocks
Study Options for Adults
Beginning March 1
A new eight-week Building Blocks series will begin on Wednesday, March 1 and conclude on Wednesday, April 26. The new series features four exciting options.
Esther and Joseph: Carole Russell, the leader of this study, says, "Looking at the Book of Esther, we will see more than her beauty. As the story unfolds, problems become victories and God joyfully and dependably protects His own." After studying Esther for four weeks, the group will explore the life of Joseph. The study on Joseph is timely since Voices of Grace Youth Choir is presenting "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat" in May. This study meets in the Carpenter Classroom - Room 210.
Seeing Through the Eyes of Jesus/Lenten Study: Mary Frances Thompson will use video, scripture, and discussion to help participants envision the world the way Jesus saw it. Spiritual disciplines and faith practices that strengthen our commitment to Christ and His mission will be examined. This study meets in the Trinity Classroom - Room 211.
Coping with Anxiety: The Growing on Grace Street group invites anyone struggling with anxiety to join them as they study the book Anxious: Fighting Anxiety with the Word of God by Scarlet Hiltibidal. Kelly Rhodes will facilitate the discussion. This study meets in the Mauldin Classroom - Room 208.
Let Every Voice Rejoice: If you have thought about joining the Chancel Choir but were not sure whether you wanted to make a long-term commitment, this is your chance to try the choir for eight weeks. Keith Jameson and the Chancel Choir invite all interested singers to join them for rehearsal every Wednesday night at 6:30 pm in the Choir Room.
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"Celebrating the RICH HERITAGE
of First Baptist Church"
Sunday, March 19
The First Baptist Church Pastor Transition Team invites everyone to a light lunch in the fellowship fall immediately following the morning worship service on March 19. This will be a wonderful time around the table, remembering and celebrating some of the redemptive things God has done in the rich history of the church. The Transition Team is providing childcare for all children after the meal in the Fellowship Hall. Please circle this date on your calendar and plan to be a part of the discussion around the table.
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Wednesdays During Lent
Worship 12:30 pm-1:00 pm
Lunch Preceding and Following
Our traditional Community Lenten Pilgrimage returns this year on Wednesdays during the Lenten season. Seven local churches will host a brief worship service from 12:30 pm to 1:00 pm, preceded and followed by lunch (cost $2.00) from either 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm and 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm. Attendees may choose their preferred lunchtime. The weekly schedule is as follows:
MARCH 1: Immanuel Lutheran Church
MARCH 8: St. March UMC Church Rivers Street Campus
MARCH 15: South Main Baptist Church
MARCH 22: First Baptist Church
MARCH 29: Main Street UMC Church
APRIL 5: Morris Chapel Baptist Church
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Lenten Devotional
Booklet Available
Living Well Through Lent 2023 from Living Compass is the devotional booklet the Spiritual Formation ordered for the congregation this year. Please pick up a copy for your family from the table in the narthex or from the church office. You may also download a copy here or by clicking the image above. A daily reflection is also offered through email as well at LivingCompass.org/Lent. The Lenten devotions begin this Wednesday, February 22, which is Ash Wednesday.
The Spiritual Formation Committee wants to remind you that daily devotions are available year round at d365.org. This website includes a weekly musical selection to aid your devotional practice of pausing, listening, thinking, praying, and going.
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CBF Turkey/Syria
Earthquake Response
Please join First Baptist Church and Cooperative Baptists around the world in offering prayers and financial support to provide emergency assistance following the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria. CBF Global is coordinating disaster response donations that will be used to help people and communities affected by the earthquake. Gifts will support the provision of goods and services through CBF partners to those affected as needs become known. Donations to the Turkey/Syria Earthquake Response may be made in several ways:
- Place donations in the basket in the narthex (Cash and checks should be in an envelope and marked as "Earthquake Response.")
- Send donations to the church by mail
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Donate securely online by clicking the button below, selecting “Disaster Response” from the “Give” menu at the top of the church website, or by using the Tithe.ly app.
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Tuesday, March 7
11:45 am
The NGO Fellowship will meet on Tuesday, March 7, at 11:45 am in the fellowship hall. Jim Foote of Clinton will present a unique storytelling program, featuring some fish tales and humorous senior tales. The catered meal is $10.00 and will be BBQ sandwiches, slaw, chips, fruit, and a cookie. Dues for the year are $5.00. If you would like to attend and are not a member, please call the church office to make your reservation by Thursday, March 2. Visitors are always welcome!
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Opportunities to Honor
or Remember for Easter
On Easter Sunday, FBC will publish a list of donors and those honored or remembered through a special offering during Lent. This year, honoring and memorial donations may be designated for the purchase of lilies, for the Beverly Greer Offering for State Missions, or for the Ministry Plan. After worship on Easter, lilies may be picked up by the donor or recipient. Flowers not picked up will be given to shut-ins. The cost of lilies is $19.00 and orders must be received no later than March 31. Checks for lilies should be payable to The Floral Case. All other checks should be made payable to First Baptist Church. A form is in the church office for donors to indicate where the donation is to go and who is being honored or remembered. Since cards will be available in the church office for donors to send to recipients, no acknowledgements of these gifts will be sent by the church office.
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The church family is asked to bring flowers from home to decorate the "Living Cross" on Easter. A cross with greenery will be placed in the narthex prior to service. |
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6 (More) Interesting
Facts about Lent
The season of Lent begins this Wednesday, February 22. Here are a few historical facts about Lent that you may not know:
- Since Sundays aren’t included, Lent technically lasts 46 days.
- Violet is the official color of Lent, as this represents mourning for Jesus dying on the cross while also celebrating his resurrection with the colors of royalty.
- In a study done in 2014, 72% of adults knew what Lent was, and 88% of those participating in Lent were giving up some item of food for 40 days.
- Chocolate was the number one food most people were willing to give up during Lent.
- Emphasis on prayer is a common practice for those practicing Lent. This, along with fasting, helps Christians stay centered in Christ.
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March 19: Two Older Choirs Sing in Worship
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March 29: 6:00 pm - Picnic/Playground/Bike Night (choirs do not meet)
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April 2: Children Carry Palms in Worship
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April 2: 3:30 pm - Egg Hunt
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April 5: No Wednesday Night Activities
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April 6: 6:30 pm - Maundy Thursday Service
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April 9: Alleluia Bells in Worship
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April TBA: Operation InAsMuch
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May 3: Last Night for Children's Choirs
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May 5: 5:30-8:00 pm - Playground Night
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May 10: 6:30 pm - M&M Night (all 3 choirs and CIAs)
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May 17: 6:30 pm - CIA Fun Night
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May 21: 9:15 am - Family Potluck Breakfast
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May 21: Two Older Choirs Sing in Worship
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May 24: Youth Present "Joseph and the Technicolor Dream Coat"
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May 31: 6:00 pm - Splash Pad
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July 11-14: Camp Prism
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Egg "Stuffings" Needed
Candy and small surprises are needed to help fill the plastic eggs for the children's April 2 Easter Egg Hunt. Anyone who would like to donate some "stuffings" can drop them off at the church office or give them to Anna. Monetary donations are also welcome. Please make donations by Wednesday, March 29. Thank you for helping make this event special for the children.
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Children's Family Activities on
Wednesday Nights
During District 50 Break
During District 50's intercession week and Spring Break, the March 29 and April 5
Wednesday Nights will look different.
On March 29, we'll start at 6:00 pm with a picnic supper followed by a night of playground, bikes, and kites. Bring your bike, picnic supper, and blanket or chairs. There will also be material to make kites and to decorate cardboard eggs! The lot will be closed for parking this night. There will be no choir or CIAs. This is a family event, and Kelly and Cherry will have the night off for childcare.
On April 5, there will be no Wednesday Night activities. Instead, the church will have a Maundy Thursday service at 6:30 pm in the sanctuary on April 6. Childcare is available.
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February 19: 5:00 - pm Voices of Grace You Choir
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February 22: 6:30 pm - Ash Wednesday Service (No Holy Ground)
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February 26: Youth Sing is Worship with Chancel Choir
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March 5: 5:00 pm-7:00 pm - Sunday Night Live at the Rhodes' home
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May 24: 6:00 pm - Youth Present "Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat"
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June 26-July 1: Passport Camp at Converse College
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Sunday, March 5
5:00 pm-7:00 pm
at The Rhodes' Home
(116 Lewis Trce)
All youth are invited to the home of Bryce and Kelly Rhodes on Sunday, March 5, at 5:00 pm for a great time of fellowship and fun. Bring a friend as we get ready for March Madness together!
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Sign-Up for Passport
June 26-July 1
Converse College
It's already time to sign up for Passport Camp! This year's dates are June 26-July 1. More details, including price, will be available soon, but youth and potential adult chaperones can sign up now by clicking the button below.
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