Weekly Events Snapshot
Sunday, February 19
10:00 am Presentation by Layne Smith
for Adults in Fellowship Hall
10:00 am Sunday School
for Children & Youth
11:00 am Worship
(Layne Smith Preaching)
5:00 pm Voices of Grace
Youth Choir
7:00 pm Diaconate Meeting
Tuesday, February 21
10:30 am Sounds of Grace
Wednesday, February 22
12:30 pm Community Lenten Pilgrimage
at First Presbyterian Church
5:30 pm Children's Music Activities/Choirs
5:45 pm BYOM
(Bring Your Own Meal and Drink)
6:30 pm Ash Wednesday Services
(Adults/Youth--Sanctuary)
(Children--Chapel)
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
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Worship Video for
Sunday, February 12
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Sunday School Gathering
with Dr. Layne Smith
This Sunday, 10:00 am
All adult Sunday School classes are invited to the Fellowship Hall during the Sunday School hour (10:00 am) this Sunday to hear a presentation from Layne Smith on his work as the First Baptist Church Interim Coach/Facilitator. Dr. Smith will share about the process First Baptist will use during the interim period to prepare for the Pastor Search Committee to do their work. Time will be given to answer questions about the process. Please plan to join us as we learn and engage with one another through discussion at 10:00 am in the Fellowship Hall.
Following the presentation, Dr. Smith will be preaching during morning worship. His topic is: "Trying to Listen."
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Ash Wednesday
Adult and Children's
Worship Services
This Wednesday, 6:30 pm
Ash Wednesday is the beginning of the season of Lent, a time set aside for reflection and confession. During the Lenten season of the church year, we are encouraged to reflect on our lives and acknowledge before God the sinfulness of our lives.
While it may not be as prevalent in our day, people in the past often gave up something for Lent. This practice of denial was seen as a form of fasting in order to focus their thoughts. Some might give up a favorite treat, such as chocolate. Others might give up watching TV.
On Ash Wednesday we receive the mark of the ashes on our forehead. Usually given in the shape of a cross accompanied by the words, “We are dust and to dust we shall return,” the mark is a reminder of our humanity and a mark of humility.
We invite you to join us for Ash Wednesday on February 22 at 6:30 pm in the sanctuary as we begin this Lenten Season. Children will gather in the chapel for a special service planned and led by the older children.
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Join Us for the Annual
Community Lenten Pilgrimage
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:
FEBRUARY 22: First Presbyterian Church
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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Reminder:
Please Give Us Your Feedback!
A Building Blocks Feedback Survey is available online and in paper format through this Sunday, February 19. To complete the survey online, go to the Engage page of the church’s website (fbcgwd.org/engage) or click the button below. Printed copies are available in the Narthex and in the church office. The survey is for everyone, even if you attended no Building Blocks sessions or just a few. Thank you for spending a few minutes to help your church and its staff by completing this survey.
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Greenwood Pathway House
Cordially Invites You For...
THE DEDICATION OF PATHWAY VILLAGE
February 23rd, 2023
Thursday | 10:00 am
114 Olin Avenue
Greenwood, SC 29646
The program will include a welcome and explanation of the purpose of the Village, acknowledgement of donors, prayer of dedication, ribbon cutting, and an open house and refreshments. Those attending are asked to park in the Thrift Store parking lot (1444 Main Street South). In case of inclement weather, the ceremony will take place in the Worship Center.
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Cheerful Cherubs Registration
Registration is now open for children ages 1-4 and for 5-year-old kindergarten students for the 2023-2024 school year. Forms are available in the church office or from Claudia Burch. If you have any questions, please call Claudia at 229-2787.
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Flower Calendar Openings
The flowers on the Communion Table each Sunday add to the beauty of the Chancel. The following dates are available for someone to provide flowers in memory or in honor of a loved one.
March 5, 12
April 30
June 25
July 16, 23
August 27
October 29
November 19, 26
Please contact Mary Frances Thompson (229-5557) to reserve one of these dates. Please remember, the persons who contribute flowers are responsible for making arrangements with the florist of their choice to prepare and deliver the arrangements to the church.
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6 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:
- The observance of Lent dates back to the 4th century.
- The ash used on Ash Wednesday often comes from the burned remains of branches from the previous year's Palm Sunday.
- The Stations of the Cross are celebrated publicly on Fridays throughout the Lenten season.
- The traditional 40 days of fasting honors Jesus' period of fasting in the desert.
- In the Catholic tradition, followers should not eat meat from any warm-blooded animal during Lent. Over the years, this rule has been relaxed to "Don't eat meat on Fridays.”
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February 22: Ash Wednesday
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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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Children's Ash Wednesday Service
The oldest CIA group will plan and lead the children's Ash Wednesday service for the younger children in the chapel this Wednesday, February 22, at 6:30 pm. Childcare is available in the toddlers' room as usual on Wednesday nights from 6:30 pm-7:30 pm. The children will go to God's Backyard after their service.
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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!
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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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