Barnabas Sunday Next Week During the first Sunday of every month, FBC collects food items for the Danville Food Bank. The collection basket is in the Foyer. November’s need is for Tuna & Canned Meat.

 

LuoPad Team Join us the first Thursday of every month in the gym at 9:30am. The LuoPads we assemble will be added to kits that will be handed out in Costa Rica by the Women’s Ministry team. If you’d like sewing lessons so you can help out, contact Patty Miller. Monetary donations can be made out to FBC with LuoPads in the memo.

 

Check Out the Tract Rack! Halloween Tracts are now available at the Tract Rack located in the main lobby.

 

Family Meal Wednesday – Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family

Sign Up by Monday: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office
Menu: Goulash, green bean casserole & the desserts you bring. Desserts are on a donation basis; feel free to share a dessert any time.
Special Needs: If you know of a shut-in or elderly person you would like to deliver a meal to, please sign them up and indicate “Shut-In”. Meals for special needs are free of charge.

 

Single Ladies Potluck Lunch – Sunday, Nov. 10 @ 12:00pm – Wear your apron and share a story about it and bring a special dish to share, too!
Chicken, scalloped potatoes & beverages provided. Sign up in the foyer or contact the church office!

 

COLLEGE CARE MINISTRY
Suggested items to donate by Nov 4:

Monetary donations are gratefully accepted to help with postage. Please designate “College ministry” and place in the offering.Student Info is due by Oct 30. Submit student info even if info hasn’t changed

 

The Forge welcomes back Shane Manney for a time of worship! Tuesday, October 29 @ 7PM – Shane is the founder and director of 5 Stones Fight Club in Lebanon, PA, an outreach focused on at risk youth. While the gospel is first and foremost, participants also learn discipline, character development as well as growing deeper spiritually. His praise band will be joining him on this trip for a time of worship! All are welcome!

 

FAMILY GAME NIGHT – Friday | November 8 | 7-8:30PM – Join us for fun, games and snacks in the BFLC! Bring a favorite game to play!

 

Pizza with the Pastors –  Sunday, Nov. 17  – Following the 10:30am service. This is for new attenders. Join the pastors for an informal time together to get better acquainted. Sign-up at the Info Desk, ramp bulletin board or your Sunday class.

 

Feed-A-Friend of Montour County – Collection basket will be in the Main Foyer for the month of October! Top Suggestions: Canned items such as vegetables, tuna, cranberry sauce, fruit – Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Soup, Boxed Stuffing, etc. No refrigerated or frozen items, please.

 

FBC is Hosting the Jubilee Kitchen – Diane Gelbaugh will be mixing things up in the Jubilee Kitchen on November 23. Monetary donations would be greatly appreciated to cover the cost of the meal. Please make checks out to FBC with “Jubilee Kitchen” in the memo. Any excess donations will go to benefit the Youth Missions fund.

 

Wanted! Winter Clothing and Outerwear – Now’s the time to go through your closets to bless those in Rochester, NY! Missionary, Marv Robinson, will distribute all sizes of jackets, coats, gloves, mittens, scarves, sweaters, hoodies, pants, etc. The collection bin is located by the kitchen until November 10.

 

Time to Turn Clocks Back! Don’t forget to turn your clock back on Saturday evening. Enjoy the extra hour!

 

Trunk or Treat – This Wednesday! – INVITE YOUR FRIENDS & NEIGHBORS!!
Last Call to…

 

Fall Clean Up Day – SATURDAY | OCT 26 | 8AM-12PM – Sign up Sunday to help. Great for ALL ages!! Come beautify FBC!! There will be a list of jobs needing done around the church that you can choose from that day. All ages & abilities are welcome! Lunch will be provided.

 

Bells & Choir Practice There will be no bells or choir practice tomorrow, October 21st.

 

Check Out the Tract Rack! Halloween Tracts are now available at the Tract Rack located in the main lobby. You’ll find many other resources there like Keys for Kids, Our Daily Bread, the Discovery Series and much more!

Project Love Night of Worship Thanks to all those who took part in the day of community service in Danville yesterday! The Night of Worship takes place this evening at 6:00pm in the Danville Middle School Auditorium. Join the Danville community once again to give praise to our God and Savior!

 

No Sunday Evening Service Sunday – Worship with the Danville Community at DMS with Project Love!

 

No Midweek Meal or Ministries Wednesday Night. It’s Trunk-or-Treat!!!

 

Winter Outer Wear & Accessories Needed! Now’s the time to go through your closets and bless others! All sizes of jackets, coats, gloves, mittens, scarves, etc. are welcome. The collection bin is located by the kitchen until Nov. 3.

 

Fishnet Ministries processes large quantities of goods that will be sent to the mission field. They meet this Thursday from 9-12 and will be working in Room 9 processing eye glasses. All are welcome!

 

Fall into a Good Book Lately? Stop by our Library and rake in a bunch of good reads! Who knows what adventures you’ll go on as you leaf through the pages! The Library is located across from the Nurseries and is open 8:45-10:30am on Sundays and 5:45-7:30pm on Wednesdays.

 

The Forge welcomes back Shane Manney for a time of worship! Tuesday, October 29 @ 7PM. Shane is the founder and director of 5 Stones Fight Club in Lebanon, PA, an outreach focused on at risk youth. While the gospel is first and foremost, participants also learn discipline, character development as well as growing deeper spiritually. His praise band will be joining him on this trip for a time of worship! All are welcome!

 

COLLEGE CARE MINISTRY
Suggested items to donate by Nov 4:

 

Monetary donations are gratefully accepted to help with postage. Please designate “College ministry” and place in the offering. Student Info is due by Oct 30 – See Connect Card! Submit student info even if info hasn’t change.

 

October is Pastor Appreciation Month! Card boxes are available in the main foyer for card drop-offs.

 

FAMILY GAME NIGHT – Friday | November 8 | 7-8:30PM – Join us for fun, games and snacks in the BFLC! Bring a favorite game to play! ALL AGES WELCOME!

 

Single Ladies Potluck Lunch – Sunday, Nov. 10 at 12:00pm – Wear your apron and share a story about it and bring a special dish to share, too!
Chicken, scalloped potatoes & beverages provided. Sign up NEXT WEEK in the foyer!

 

God’s Champions ministry is coordinated by Michele Whitenight and works to welcome children with special needs into all opportunities our church has to offer children! This ministry also offers educational opportunities on how we can be better friends to those who have special needs. Give Michele a call if you would like to be a part of the GC Team!

 

Feed-A-Friend of Montour County – Collection basket will be in the Main Foyer for the month of October! Top Suggestions: Canned items such as vegetables, tuna, cranberry sauce, fruit – Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Soup, Boxed Stuffing, etc. No refrigerated or frozen items, please.

 

REVAMPED FIRST AID AT FBC – Have you seen the new first aid cabinets around the church?! Take a peek in them to get familiar with what they offer and where they are located (by kitchen, 2nd floor hallway paralleling the gym and by the elevator on the second floor). First aid bins are still located in the sanctuary coatroom. UPDATE!! Lost & Found is now located in the First Aid cabinet located by the kitchen.

 

PLUGGED IN A Publication of Focus on the Family – Do you ever find yourself wondering if that new film you want to take your family to see is going to be worth the time and money spent? Will it leave your five-year-old with nightmares? Or your teenager with the wrong ideas about relationships? “Plugged In is an entertainment guide full of the reviews you need to make wise personal and family-friendly decisions about movies, videos, music, TV, games and books.” Check it out at pluggedin.com!

 

Project Love – FBC, Iron Mill, Redeemer & Trinity UMC join together to love on our Danville community through service projects!
All ages and abilities welcome! Sign up for projects at www.projectlovedanville.com.

 

Family Meal Wednesday – Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family
Sign Up by Monday: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office
Menu: Chicken Divan, Pears, Rolls & the desserts you bring. Desserts are on a donation basis; feel free to share a dessert any time.
Special Needs: If you know of a shut-in or elderly person you would like to deliver a meal to, please sign them up and indicate “Shut-In”. Meals for special needs are free of charge.

 

Red Cross Blood Drive will be here tomorrow in the BFLC from 1:00-6:00pm. Stop and see Jack and Brenda who will be serving food in the kitchen to all donors!

 

Fishnet Ministries processes large quantities of goods that will be sent to the mission field. They meet this Thursday from 9-12 and will be working in Room 9 processing eye glasses. All are welcome!

 

Fall into a Good Book Lately? Stop by our Library and rake in a bunch of good reads! Who knows what adventures you’ll go on as you leaf through the pages! The Library is located across from the Nurseries and is open 8:45-10:30am on Sundays and 5:45-7:30pm on Wednesdays.

 

Tracts for Halloween are available at the tract rack!

 

The Forge welcomes back Shane Manney for a time of worship! Tuesday, October 29 @ 7PM – Shane is the founder and director of 5 Stones Fight Club in Lebanon, PA, an outreach focused on at risk youth. While the gospel is first and foremost, participants also learn discipline, character development as well as growing deeper spiritually. He’s bringing his praise band this time for a time of worship! All are welcome!

 

COLLEGE CARE MINISTRY
Suggested items to donate by Nov 4:

Monetary donations are gratefully accepted to help with postage. Please designate “College ministry” and place in the offering. Student Info is due by Oct 30 – See Connect Card! Submit student info even if info hasn’t changed

 

October is Pastor Appreciation Month! Card boxes are available in the main foyer for card drop-offs

 

Church Clean-Up Day is Sat, Oct 26 8am-12pm. Come beautify FBC!! There will be a list of jobs needing done around the church that you can choose from that day. All ages & abilities are welcome! Lunch will be provided. If you are interested, circle “W” on your connect card or sign up in the main foyer.

 

God’s Champions Ministry is coordinated by Michele Whitenight and works to welcome children with special needs into all opportunities our church has to offer children! This ministry also offers educational opportunities on how we can be better friends to those who have special needs. Give Michele a call if you would like to be a part of the GC Team!

 

Trunk or Treat – See our table in the main lobby! Get a Prayer Calendar to pray for the event! Volunteer to help hand out candy at the event. Sign up your ministry up for a trunk, table or tent & lock in your theme! Drop off any candy donations (No nuts or gum please!)

 

Revamped First Aid at FBC – Have you seen the new first aid cabinets around the church?! Take a peek in them to get familiar with what they offer and where they are located (by kitchen, 2nd floor hallway paralleling the gym and by the elevator on the second floor). First aid bins are still located in the sanctuary coatroom. UPDATE!! Lost & Found is now located in the First Aid cabinet located by the kitchen.

 

Feed-A-Friend of Montour County Collection basket will be in the Main Foyer for the month of October! Top Suggestions: Canned items such as vegetables, tuna, cranberry sauce, fruit – Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Soup, Boxed Stuffing, etc. No refrigerated or frozen items, please.

 

Building Project Update: The new youth room is nearing the end of the contractor’s portion of that project. We will soon be doing our part to help save money for Phase One.

The jobs we will need to complete are:

We will be starting this job list soon! If you have the skill set to help in any of these areas please contact Doug Wesner. We can work around your schedule. Thanks in advance!!

 

Family Meal This Wednesday – Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family – Sign Up by Monday: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office.
Menu: BBQ Chicken, Macaroni Salad, Garden Salad & the desserts you bring. Desserts are on a donation basis; feel free to share a dessert any time.
Special Needs: If you know of a shut-in or elderly person you would like to deliver a meal to, please sign them up and indicate “Shut-In”. Meals for special needs are free of charge.

 

Barnabas Sunday During the first Sunday of every month, FBC collects food items for the Danville Food Bank. The collection basket is in the Foyer Sunday. October’s need is for Noodles & Macaroni.

 

CE Board Potluck Meeting Next Sunday following the 10:30 service, the CE Board will meet in the gym for lunch and discussion. Reports are due tomorrow.

 

Baptism Sunday is Next Week! If you are interested in being baptized, please let a pastor know Sunday.

 

Blood Drive: Red Cross Blood Drive will be here next Monday, October 14 in the BFLC from 1:00-6:00pm. Stop and see Jack and Brenda who will be serving food in the kitchen to all donors!

 

Project Love – FBC, Iron Mill, Redeemer & Trinity UMC join together to love on our Danville community through service projects!
All ages and abilities welcome! Oct.19 – Day of Service / Oct.20 | Worship @ DMS Auditorium | 6pm – Sign up Today at www.projectlovedanville.com.

Projects on Saturday include:

 

FALL CLEAN UP DAY is Saturday, October 26 8AM-12PM. Mark your calendar!

 

Feed-A-Friend of Montour County – Collection basket will be in the Main Foyer for the month of October! Top Suggestions: Canned items such as vegetables, tuna, cranberry sauce, fruit – Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Soup, Boxed Stuffing, etc. No refrigerated or frozen items, please.

 

COLLEGE CARE MINISTRY 

SUGGESTED ITEMS TO DONATE BY NOV 4:

Monetary donations are gratefully accepted to help with postage. Please designate “College ministry” and place in the offering. Student Info is due by Oct 30 – See Connect Card! Submit student info even if info hasn’t changed

 

Trunk or Treat is October 23 5:30-7:30PM. Pick up a Prayer Calendar to pray for the event! Volunteer to help with event (kitchen help, serving food, handing out candy and more!). Sign up your ministry up for a trunk, table or tent & lock in your theme! Drop off any candy donations (No nuts or gum please!)

 

CHURCH-WIDE Mini-Flock Picnic! Fall Business Meeting to follow. Reports available at the Info Desk! Hot Dogs, Hamburgers & Drinks Provided. Please drop dishes off at the kitchen! Many Thanks!!

 

Barnabas Sunday During the first Sunday of every month, FBC collects food items for the Danville Food Bank. The collection basket is in the Foyer next Sunday. October’s need is for Noodles & Macaroni.

 

LuoPad Team Join us the first Thursday of every month in the gym at 9:30am. The LuoPads we assemble will be added to kits that will be handed out in Costa Rica by the Women’s Ministry team. If you’d like sewing lessons so you can help out, contact Patty Miller. Monetary donations can be made out to FBC with LuoPads in the memo.

 

Family Meal This Wednesday
Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family
Sign Up by Monday: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office
Menu: Lasagna, Garlic Bread, Salad & the desserts you bring. Desserts are on a donation basis; feel free to share a dessert any time.
Special Needs: If you know of a shut-in or elderly person you would like to deliver a meal to, please sign them up and indicate “Shut-In”. Meals for special needs are free of charge.

 

Sunday Baptism – October 13 | 8 & 10:30am – If you are interested in being baptized, please call the church office. Deadline is October 6!

 

Project Love – Oct. 19 Day of Service / Oct. 20 Night of Worship – FBC, Iron Mill & Redeemer join together to love on our Danville community through service projects! All ages and abilities welcome! Sign up for projects at…www.projectlovedanville.com

 

REVAMPED FIRST AID AT FBC – Have you seen the new first aid cabinets around the church?! Take a peek in them to get familiar with what they offer and where they are located (by kitchen, 2nd floor hallway paralleling the gym and by the elevator on the second floor). First aid bins are still located in the sanctuary coatroom.

 

New Bern Mission Trip – FBC is Going to NC…AGAIN!! We are looking for 3 volunteers to join our team of 5 as we partner with Samaritan’s Purse in ministering to families in New Bern, NC. :
– Leaving early Sunday, November 10
– Returning Saturday afternoon, November 16
For more info on the trip, like tasks & responsibilities, schedule, what to pack, applications, and more, stop by the Info Desk! APPLICATIONS ARE DUE ASAP!!

 

A Free Gift for You! “RightNow Media; the Netflix of Christian Bible Studies” – This huge online video library is full of studies on all different topics, for all different ages! Wait until you see what they have for children! Get your FREE subscription today by checking it off on your connect card or you can email your request to the church office at email@danvillefirstbaptist.org.

 

Trunk or Treat – Planning Meeting for KITCHEN/CLEAN UP TEAMS! THIS Tues. @ 6:30pm. 
Check out the Info Table in the lobby to…

 

Unaltered Tour – Saturday, October 5 7-9PM – Obedience to the truth leads to freedom and the fullness of life. The UNALTERED Tour defines the original purpose of love, sex and life and inspires teens to live with integrity and influence. Unaltered is more than an event, it’s a lifestyle, a movement rooted in the Gospel. We exist to raise awareness of our brokenness, present the hope found in Christ, and reveal God’s design for love, sex and life. Join the movement. Live UNALTERED.

CALLING ALL EVENT VOLUNTEERS! We are looking for volunteers to help out in some of the following areas:

For more info check out the Unaltered event table in the main lobby. You can also sign up to help there, too!

 

Family Meal Wednesday – Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family 

Sign Up by Monday: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office

Menu: Turkey, Bacon & Swiss Cheese Sliders & Broccoli w/Cheese Sauce & the desserts you bring. Desserts are on a donation basis; feel free to share a dessert any time.
Special Needs: If you know of a shut-in or elderly person you would like to deliver a meal to, please sign them up and indicate “Shut-In”. Meals for special needs are free of charge.

 

CHURCH-WIDE Mini-Flock Picnic! SUNDAY, SEPT. 29 @ 12PM. Fall Business Meeting to follow. Hot Dogs, Hamburgers & Drinks Provided. Sign up to attend! We encourage the following Mini-Flocks to bring:

 

Trunk or Treat Planning Meeting for MINISTRY LEADERS! THIS Tues. @ 6:30pm. 

 

Mission Trip to New Bern: FBC is Going to NC…AGAIN!! We are looking for 3 volunteers to join our team of 5 as we partner with Samaritan’s Purse in ministering to families in New Bern, NC. Hurricane Florence was referred to as the “storm of a lifetime” for the Eastern North Carolina region and our rebuild volunteers will be making construction repairs to homes. Here are the details:

For more info on the trip, like tasks & responsibilities, schedule, what to pack, applications, and more, stop by the Info Desk! We need to secure these 3 volunteer spots as soon as possible! APPLICATIONS ARE DUE SEPT. 29

 

Project Love – Oct. 19 Day of Service / Oct. 20 Night of Worship – FBC, Iron Mill & Redeemer join together to love on the Danville community through service projects! More info to come. www.projectlovedanville.com

 

Unaltered Tour – Oct. 6 7-9PM – Obedience to the truth leads to freedom and the fullness of life. The UNALTERED Tour defines the original purpose of love, sex and life and inspires teens to live with integrity and influence. Unaltered is more than an event, it’s a lifestyle, a movement rooted in the Gospel. We exist to raise awareness of our brokenness, present the hope found in Christ, and reveal God’s design for love, sex and life. Join the movement. Live UNALTERED.
INFO / TICKETS: WWW.UNALTEREDTOUR.COM/EVENTS/DANVILLEPA

 

CALLING ALL EVENT VOLUNTEERS! We are looking for volunteers to help out in some of the following areas:

For more info check out the Unaltered event table in the main lobby. You can also sign up to help there, too!

 

NEW DEVOS IN! Check out the Tract Rack to pick up the new Keys for Kids & Large Print Our Daily Bread devotionals for October-November-December!

 

God’s Champions Ministry! God’s Champions ministry is coordinated by Michele Whitenight and works to welcome children with special needs into all opportunities our church has to offer children! This ministry also offers educational opportunities on how we can be better friends to those who have special needs. Contact Michele or the church office if you would like to be a part of the GC Team!

 

A Free Gift for You! “RightNow Media; the Netflix of Christian Bible Studies” – This huge online video library is full of studies on all different topics, for all different ages! Wait until you see what they have for children! Get your FREE subscription today by checking it off on your connect card or you can email your request to the church office at email@danvillefirstbaptist.org.

 

Freedom Found in Prison! Our prison ministry team would like to give you the opportunity to encourage the young men coming to their Bible study! Drop a card or note of encouragement off at the office! Note: cards/letters only, please, in unsealed envelopes.

 

Fall into a Good Book Lately? Stop by our Library and rake in a bunch of good reads! Who knows what adventures you’ll go on as you leaf through the pages! The Library is located across from the Nurseries and is open 8:45-10:30am on Sundays and 5:45-7:30pm on Wednesdays.

 

Pizza with the Pastors – 12:00 PM Sunday – New to FBC? Join the pastors for an informal time together to get better acquainted. Sign up by calling the church office.

 

Family Meal – Sept. 11

Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family Sign Up by Monday: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office Menu: BBQ, Baked Beans, Macaroni & Cheese & the desserts you bring. Desserts are on a donation basis; feel free to share a dessert any time. Special Needs: If you know of a shut-in or elderly person you would like to deliver a meal to, please sign them up and indicate “Shut-In”. Meals for special needs are free of charge.

 

Ladies Open Door Bible Study – “Proven” by Jennie Allen This is an 8 week study on the book of John. Tuesday morning sessions will begin on 9/24 at 9:00am. Wednesday evening sessions will begin on 9/18 at 6:00pm. Suggested book donation is $15. Childcare is available at both sessions. Sign up sheets are available at our table in the main lobby!

 

Unaltered Tour – SATURDAY | OCT 5 | 7-9P – Obedience to the truth leads to freedom and the fullness of life. The UNALTERED Tour defines the original purpose of love, sex and life and inspires teens to live with integrity and influence. Unaltered is more than an event, it’s a lifestyle, a movement rooted in the Gospel. We exist to raise awareness of our brokenness, present the hope found in Christ, and reveal God’s design for love, sex and life. Join the movement. Live UNALTERED. For info/tickets go to: WWW.UNALTEREDTOUR.COM/EVENTS/DANVILLEPA

 

Unaltered Event Volunteers! Join us for an exciting, life changing event! We are looking for volunteers to help out in some of the following areas:

For more info check out the Unaltered event table in the main lobby. You can also sign up to help there, too!

 

FBC is Going to NC…AGAIN!! We are looking for 3 volunteers to join our team of 5 as we partner with Samaritan’s Purse in ministering to families in New Bern, NC. Hurricane Florence was referred to as the “storm of a lifetime” for the Eastern North Carolina region and our rebuild volunteers will be making construction repairs to homes. Here are the details:

For more info on the trip, like tasks & responsibilities, schedule, what to pack, applications, and more, stop by the Info Desk! We need to secure these 3 volunteer spots as soon as possible! APPLICATIONS ARE DUE SEPT. 29.

 

Choir practice will begin on Monday evening, September 9th, from 7:15-8:30pm in the sanctuary. If you are interested in joining the choir, come to a rehearsal! Our only requirements are that you love the Lord, attend rehearsals and can match pitch!

Bells of Joy handbell choir is starting up for the Fall as well. Now is a great time to check it out, you just need to be able to read music. Our first rehearsal will be on Monday, September 9 from 6-7:15pm in the Bell Room.

Praise Team This contemporary group worships during the 10:30am Sunday Service. If you are interested in auditioning, please email Pastor John at pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org. He’ll email you songs to rehearse ahead of time, a questionnaire to fill out and setup an audition time with you. Auditions will usually take place Thursday evenings.

 

Project Love Oct. 19-Day of Service / Oct. 20- Night of Worship – FBC, Iron Mill & Redeemer join together to love on the Danville community through service projects! More info to come. www.projectlovedanville.com

 

CHURCH-WIDE Mini-Flock Picnic! Sunday, September 29. Fall Business Meeting to follow. Sign up next week! Hot Dogs, Hamburgers & Drinks Provided. We encourage the following Mini-Flocks to bring… A,N,O,P – COLD SIDE DISH

E, Q, R – VEGGIES

F,G,H – SALADS B – HOT SIDE DISH

I,J,K,L – FRUITS C,D – SALTY SNACKS

M,S,T – DESSERTS

U, V, W, X, Y, Z – DESSERTS

 

FBC Connect – Sundays, Sept. 8, 15 & 22 / Wednesdays, Sept. 11, 18 & 25 – If you are new here and would like to know what we are all about or if you have questions on being baptized or becoming a member, then this is your class! This 3-part class begins SUNDAY @ 9:15am and Wednesday @ 6pm. It will take place in the Conference Room (across from the church office). If you have any questions, feel free to call the office!

 

Summer Soup Cans are Ready for Pick-up! The funds you collect in your soup cans will go toward the cost of eyeglasses and sunglasses that will be distributed during the FBC short-term missions trip to Costa Rica in November. Please have your cans back by NEXT SUNDAY. Thank you so much!

 

Barnabas Sunday During the first Sunday of every month, FBC collects food items for the Danville Food Bank. The collection basket is in the Foyer this Sunday. September’s need is for Canned Vegetables.

 

LuoPad Team – Join us the first Thursday of every month in the gym at 9:30am. The LuoPads we assemble will be added to kits that will be handed out in Costa Rica by the Women’s Ministry team. If you’d like sewing lessons so you can help out, contact Patty Miller. Monetary donations can be made out to “FBC” with “LuoPads” noted in the memo.

 

Summer Soup Cans – Remember those cans you picked up in May to put loose change in for the sunglasses & eye glasses that are handed out on mission trips? They are due back Sept. 15. The funds collected will go toward the cost of eyeglasses and sunglasses that will be distributed during the FBC short-term mission trip to Costa Rica in November.

 

FBC Connect is Coming!! If you are new here and would like to know what we are all about or if you have questions on being baptized or becoming a member, then this is your class! This is a 3-part class and will take place on Sept. 8, 15 & 22 in the Conference Room (across from the church office) during the Sunday School hour. NEW! Wednesday sessions will also be offered on Sept. 11, 18 & 25, at 6pm!

 

Save the Date! Church-wide Mini-Flock Luncheon is coming up Sunday, September 29 at 12pm. Business meeting to follow.

 

GAiN World Hunger Project – Sept. 7 9AM-12-PM – COMING THIS SATURDAY! Have you registered yet? To donate and/or register (by Wednesday!) go to: www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/gain. All abilities welcome!

 

Unaltered Tour – SATURDAY | OCT 5 | 7-9P – Obedience to the truth leads to freedom and the fullness of life. The UNALTERED Tour defines the original purpose of love, sex and life and inspires teens to live with integrity and influence. Unaltered is more than an event, it’s a lifestyle, a movement rooted in the Gospel. We exist to raise awareness of our brokenness, present the hope found in Christ, and reveal God’s design for love, sex and life. Join the movement. Live UNALTERED. For info/tickets go to: WWW.UNALTEREDTOUR.COM/EVENTS/DANVILLEPA

 

MOPS is part of an international movement to connect moms who have one or more children ages birth to kindergarten. Our goal is to provide you with a tribe of supportive women as you navigate the world of motherhood, faith, and life together. NEW!! MOMSNEXT is for moms with school aged kiddos!! This new small group will have their own table(s) at the MOPS meetings. Meetings are held 9-11am 2nd Wednesday of each month September through May. The first meeting is September 11. www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/mops/ OR /momsnext/

 

MIDWEEK MINISTRIES – WEDNESDAYS @ 6PM | SIGN UP TODAY!

• Adult Bible Study: Pastor Paul will be leading a study on the book of Exodus. Under the Sanctuary Balcony
• Ladies Grief Group: Any woman who has experienced significant loss, whether a loved one or a relationship, is welcome. Tassy Swank & Linda Beyer will be leading the journey through the book Beyond the Broken Heart by Julie Yarbrough. Suggested book donation is $11. Room 105/Daughters of the Divine Room
• Ladies’ Open Door Bible Study: We’ll be studying Proven by Jennie Allen, an 8 week study on the book of John. Tuesday morning sessions will begin on 9/24 at 9:00am. Wednesday evening sessions will begin on 9/18 at 6:00pm. Suggested book donation is $15. Childcare is available at both sessions! Tues. Chapel | Wed. Room 230, 2nd Floor, end of hallway
• Divorce Care Group: Divorced? Separated? Struggling in your marriage? Divorce Care is a special seminar and support group that will walk with you through topics like, What’s happening to me?, Facing My Anger, KidCare, Forgiveness, Financial Survival and more. Registration cost is $15. Begins 9/4 in Room 104/2nd Floor hallway that parallels the gym

• Choir practice will begin on Monday evening, September 9th, from 7:15-8:30pm in the sanctuary. If you are interested in joining the choir, come to a rehearsal or contact the church office! Our only requirements are that you love the Lord, attend rehearsals and can match pitch!
• Bells of Joy handbell choir is starting up for the Fall as well. Now is a great time to check it out. You just need to be able to read music. Our first rehearsal will be on Monday, September 9 from 6-7:15pm in the Bell Room. Want more info? Contact the church office.
• Praise Team This contemporary group worships during the 10:30am Sunday Service. If you are interested in auditioning, please email Pastor John at pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org. He’ll email you songs to rehearse ahead of time, a questionnaire to fill out and setup an audition time with you. Auditions will usually take place Thursday evenings.

 

The Forge Men’s Ministry – Tuesdays beginning 9/10 – 7PM – The Forge’s mission is to bring men together to support one another in life, faith and personal growth. We do this with Trust, Confidentiality, and Authenticity striving to deepen relationships and make new ones. There will be faith based teaching, small group discussion & light refreshments.

 

Barnabas Sunday During the first Sunday of every month, FBC collects food items for the Danville Food Bank. The collection basket is in the Foyer next Sunday. September’s need is for Canned Vegetables.

 

Shine Wraps Up Today! Heartfelt thanks to everyone who was a part of this combined Sunday School over the summer!! Regular children’s classes will continue next Sunday. Check out our Sunday School brochure at the Info Desk for all the info you can handle!

 

Summer Soup Cans are Due Next Sunday! Remember those cans you picked up in May to put loose change in for the sunglasses & eye glasses that are handed out on mission trips? Well they’re going to be due September 1st!

 

FBC Connect is Coming!! If you are new here and would like to know what we are all about or if you have questions on being baptized or becoming a member, then this is your class! This is a 3-part class and will take place on Sept. 8, 15 & 22 in the Conference Room (across from the church office) during the Sunday School hour. NEW! Wednesday sessions will also be offered on Sept. 11, 18 & 25, at 6pm!

 

GAiN World Hunger Project – Sept. 7 9AM-12-PM – COMING IN 2 WEEKS! Have you registered yet? To donate and/or register go to: www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/gain

 

Unaltered Tour – SATURDAY | OCT 5 | 7-9P – Obedience to the truth leads to freedom and the fullness of life. The UNALTERED Tour defines the original purpose of love, sex and life and inspires teens to live with integrity and influence. Unaltered is more than an event, it’s a lifestyle, a movement rooted in the Gospel. We exist to raise awareness of our brokenness, present the hope found in Christ, and reveal God’s design for love, sex and life. Join the movement. Live UNALTERED. For info/tickets go to: WWW.UNALTEREDTOUR.COM/EVENTS/DANVILLEPA

 

MOPS is part of an international movement to connect moms who have one or more children ages birth to kindergarten. Our goal is to provide you with a tribe of supportive women as you navigate the world of motherhood, faith, and life together. NEW!! MOMSNEXT is for moms with school aged kiddos!! This new small group will have their own table(s) at the MOPS meetings. Meetings are held 9-11am 2nd Wednesday of each month September through May. The first meeting is September 11. www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/mops/ OR /momsnext/

 

MIDWEEK MINISTRIES – WEDNESDAYS @ 6PM | SIGN UP TODAY!

 

FAMILY MEALS BEGIN 9/4 | $3/PERSON $10/FAMILY

 

Awana Registration is Open – We are welcoming ages 3yrs to 6th grade!! Visit danvillefirstbaptist.org/awana/ to register. NEW!! Parents of returning clubbers have a much more abbreviated registration AND pre-orders for supplies can be placed at the same time!!! ONLINE REGISTRATION WRAPS UP SEPT. 1ST! This Wed. @ 6:30pm – Parent/Guardian Night in the chapel!

 

School Supplies for Rochester, NY! During the month of August, we’ll be collecting school supplies to help Marv Robinson, an FBC supported missionary, as he ministers to the children of Rochester. Please leave your donations of the following suggested items in the bins outside the kitchen by Sunday 8/25.

 

 

The Forge Men’s Ministry – Tuesdays beginning 9/10 – 7PM – The Forge’s mission is to bring men together to support one another in life, faith and personal growth. We do this with Trust, Confidentiality, and Authenticity striving to deepen relationships and make new ones. There will be faith based teaching, small group discussion & light refreshments.

 

Midweek Ministries – WEDNESDAYS @ 6PM | SIGN UP TODAY!

FAMILY MEALS BEGIN 9/4 | $3/PERSON $10/FAMILY

 

Summer Soup Cans are Due Soon! Remember those cans you picked up in May to put loose change in for the sunglasses & eye glasses that are handed out on mission trips? Well they’re going to be due September 1st!

 

Shine Wraps Up Next Week! Heartfelt thanks to everyone who was a part of this combined Sunday School over the summer!! Regular children’s classes will continue on September 1st. Check out our Sunday School brochure at the Info Desk for all the info you can handle!

 

Football Chapel: The first football chapel is on Friday, 8/23 at 6:30am. A few big hearts are needed to make and serve breakfast to the football team and cheerleaders. If you are interested in helping, call the church office.

 

FBC Connect is Coming!! If you are new here and would like to know what we are all about or if you have questions on being baptized or becoming a member, then this is your class! This is a 3-part class and will take place on Sept. 8, 15 & 22 in the Conference Room (across from the church office) during the Sunday School hour. NEW! Wednesday sessions will also be offered on Sept. 11, 18 & 25 at 6pm!

 

MOPS is part of an international movement to connect moms who have one or more children ages birth to kindergarten. Our goal is to provide you with a tribe of supportive women as you navigate the world of motherhood, faith, and life together. NEW!! MOMSNEXT is for moms with school aged kiddos!! This new small group will have their own table(s) at the MOPS meetings. Meetins are held 9-11am 2nd Wednesday of each month September through May. The first meeting is September 11. Check out www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/mops/ OR /momsnext/ for more info.

 

The Forge – A Ministry for Men – Tuesdays beginning 9/10 – 7PM – The Forge’s mission is to bring men together to support one another in life, faith and personal growth. We do this with Trust, Confidentiality, and Authenticity striving to deepen relationships and make new ones. There will be faith based teaching, small group discussion & light refreshments.

 

Awana Registration is now open! We are welcoming ages 3yrs to 6th grade!! Register at danvillefirstbaptist.org/awana/. NEW!! Parents of returning clubbers have a much more abbreviated registration AND pre-orders for supplies can be placed at the same time!!! SAVE THE DATES!

8/21 @ 6:30pm – Volunteer Training in the chapel! 8/28 @ 6:30pm – Parent/Guardian Night (chapel)!

 

School Supplies for Rochester, NY! During the month of August, we’ll be collecting school supplies to help Marv Robinson, an FBC supported missionary, as he ministers to the children of Rochester. Please leave your donations of the following suggested items in the bins outside the kitchen by August 25.

 

Techies needed – If interested, contact the church office. Sound Tech: Love music? Have an ear to hear the different instruments in a song? We will equip you to mix and run our sound boards for our radio and sanctuary sound ministry. Projector Tech: If you love worship music and can navigate a computer, we could use a talented computer tech to run our lyrics for worship services. Video Tech: You will be controlling multiple cameras via one master computer.  You’ll need an eye for live broadcasting and enjoy multitasking.

 

Come & Help in The Kitchen! Family Meals are beginning September 4 and we are looking for big hearts to help us out in the kitchen on Wednesday evenings. Here’s how you can help & the estimated time needed; Food Prep (3 hours), Setup (1 hour), Serving (1.5 hours) & Clean-up (1.5 hours). If you are interested, contact the church office.