News for the First Baptist Family!

News for the First Baptist Family

Church Family,

I am so excited for next week as we will once again have Sunday School, nursery, and Wednesday nights. Please be sure to pay attention to all of the details in this newsletter regarding the specifics of these programs, especially as some locations and times have changed. I know that the past few months have not been exactly ideal (according to our standards, at least), but I also know that we have had a Good Shepherd who has been with us every step of the way.

While we are not completely out of the woods yet regarding COVID-19, it is refreshing to once again be able to gather with our church family. As we do so, let's remember a few things: 1) God really is good! He has faithfully brought us to this point. 2) This is Christ's church. He purchased it with His blood and will continue to sustain us as we endeavor into a new "normal". 3) The church is still the vehicle by which God has chosen to reach the nations (and Lee County). Although things may look a little different now, the gospel is just as good, sweet, and eternally life-changing as it ever has been!

If Sunday School and Wednesday nights weren't a part of your normal pre-COVID routine, I invite you to come join us. If you have been involved in these activities before I say "welcome back!" We really are looking forward to reflecting God's character and extending His Kingdom together!

For His Glory,

Pastor Steven

Sunday School is Back!

Sunday School will resume this Sunday, September 13 at 9:15 a.m.

Nursery will be provided during Sunday School and Worship.

Sunday School Classes will meet in these locations:

All Children's Classes will meet in their regular classrooms.
Youth (7-12 grade) - Upstairs Family Life Center
Women's Class (For All Women) - Dining Room Family Life Center
New Beginnings Class (Young/Mid-Age Couples) - Youth Room
Breakthrough (Mid-Older Adults) & Didasko Logos (Senior Adults) Classes - Gym Family Life Center

Special precautions will be taken to sanitize the bathrooms, classrooms, toys, and furniture for all events.

Everyone is encouraged to self-check their temperatures prior to attending.

Masks are encouraged as you travel through the buildings.

Ladies Fellowship - Tuesday, September 15

For All Ladies! Join us this Tuesday evening at the Price's home

(287 Pearl St.) Bring you favorite finger foods. 6-8 p.m.

For more information, please contact Angie Price or Mollie Rhodes.

Starting Wednesday, September 16 at 6:00 p.m.

Nursery Provided
180 Children's Ministry (Grades K-6) - Family Life Center
Youth Group (Grades 7-12) - Youth Room
Adult Bible Study Options:

Parenting Class with Pastor Steven & Angie - Sanctuary

Adult Bible Study with Dr. Fulton Amonette - Conference Room

Adults on Wednesday

Beginning September 16, Pastor Steven and Angie will be leading a class for our adults at 6:00 p.m. This isn't just for those with little ones! There are valuable truths in this study for every stage of life. Invite someone to come with you! Nursery is provided.

Adult Bible Study Lunch - September 23

Mark your calendar for this special time led by Pastor Steven.

Dixie Jackson State Missions Offering

Given to Date = $5,570

FBC Goal = $6,000

Learn More About the Dixie Jackson Mission Offering

Give to the Dixie Jackson State Missions Offering

Worship Online

If you missed worship on Sunday, you can watch each Sunday's service on our YouTube Channel or on our website.

It will be available online by late Monday afternoons.

Click Here to Watch

Recommended Guidelines for all indoor services and events:

If you have experienced any COVID19 symptoms recently, please do not attend.
If you have come into contact with anyone that has the COVID19 virus within the last 14 days, please do not attend.
Masks will be available at each entrance should you prefer to wear one. At this time, mask are optional, but recommended - especially as you travel throughout the buildings.
A nursery available beginning September 13.
Hand sanitizer will be provided at each entrance.
Some pews will be blocked in order to insure safe distancing. Families are encouraged to sit together. Please do not let your children leave the sanctuary during the service or wander through the church.
Offering plates will not be passed during the service. Offering plates will be placed at each entrance for you to give your tithes/offerings OR you may give online.

You can give in one of these ways:

1) Text your contribution. Just text the amount of your gift to 870-293-2007 and you will receive instructions on how to set up your text giving account.

2) Give Online. Just click the button below and follow the easy instructions from our website.

3) Give in Person at the Church Office (M-F, 8:30 - 12:00) OR Give at the Resource Table located at each entrance on Sunday.