Sunday, April 25, 2021
Posted on Apr 24, 2021 in Newsletter |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Call to Prayer for Marriages – A CALL TO ACTION FOR THIS THURSDAY – We are asking people to sign up for 15 minute time slots for prayer. Prayer Guides Available at the Info Desk & Welcome Table. We would also like to encourage you to fast for one meal that day and take the time you would normally use to eat to pray instead.
Children’s Ministry Director – Full Time Position Available at FBC! If you are interested in applying, please reach out to the deacon overseeing the search for this position: Malachi Courtney at 570-975-9166 or malachi.courtney@gmail.com. Pick up an informational packet at the Info Desk.
We welcome those within FBC and those not from FBC to apply!
We welcome those within FBC and those not from FBC to apply!
Giving Opportunity Next Week Donations given to our Fellowship Fund are used to assist those in our church who are struggling during these hard times. “Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will repay him for his deed.” Proverbs 19:17. Happening Next Week The Barnabas Basket is a monthly food collection that takes place on the first Sunday of the month (Communion Sunday). All donations are given to the Danville Food Bank. The basket will be located in the main lobby. May’s Need: Sauce and Spaghetti.
Scholarship Funds Available: The Mission Board will be accepting applications for post-high school education from applicants planning to attend post-graduate training at an academic facility with the intention to pursue ministry or missionary work upon graduation. Applications can be picked up in the Church Office. Deadline to submit your application is May 9, 2021. For more information regarding the scholarship please contact Jeanie Wesner or Gary Lewis.
The 10:30 Service is Leaving the Building! Starting next Sunday, the 10:30 service will be on the tree-covered front lawn by the main entrance. Bring your camp chairs! Hot coffee and goodies will also be provided. Bring friends! Bad weather? We’ll be inside using the gym and sanctuary.
Deacons v. Elders What’s the difference? What do they do? For answers to these questions and much more on the proposed Elder position, grab an info packet at the Info Desk and Welcome Table.
Prayer Guides Available – It’s Ramadan! This is the most sacred month of the year for Muslims and goes from April 13 to the evening of May 12. Let us continue to pray for our Muslim neighbors around the world during this time that they would come to know the One True God!
Church Spring Clean Up Day – THIS Saturday | 8A-1P – Join us in taking care of the building and property God has given us! Then stick around for a pizza lunch! Great for all ages and abilities!
VBS Team Sign Ups Starting – Save the Date for July 11-16 | 6-8:30PM – Make sure you are up-to-date with your clearances at danvillefirstbaptist.org/safe-church. We revamped our Safe Church Class!! Unit 7 can now be completed online by watching 3 videos and filling out a form. This needs to be completed annually.
Ladies Retreat Save the Date – September 17-19 at the gorgeous Linck Hill Inn in Morris, PA! More Info to Come!
Treasure Fest! Happening the next two Sundays in the gym. Free items for the taking from books to craft supplies, office supplies and more! Treasures ARRR to be found, matey!
Sensory-Friendly Worship Area! “A shush-free, judgment-free zone where ALL can safely learn about God!” Our chapel has been fitted with wiggle seats, fidget toys, dimmable lights, noise-canceling headphones, a calming special-effect light and more! We welcome all who have unique needs to enjoy this area during our 8AM service starting Sunday, April 25. Both services to be available in the fall.
Church Business Meeting is coming up Wednesday, May 26 @ 7pm.
FBC Connect Class – MAY 9, 16 & 23 – 9:15AM – 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 will take place in the Conference Room (across from the church office) during the Sunday School hour. If you have any questions, feel free to call the office!
National Day of Prayer – Thursday, May 6 at 12:00PM outside the Montour County Courthouse – Join us in prayer for our nation, leaders and community.
Connect Weekly on Zoom
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
- 7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
- 7PM – Zoom Home Group with Tae (Dr. Kwon) ID: 927 5098 8527 | P: 644284
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
- 9:15AM – Fred Hess with Sojourners are studying the book Walking With God in the Desert – Meeting ID: 826 8364 3656 | Password: 217343
- 9:15AM – Dan Jones with Adult Fellowship are meeting in-person AND on Zoom! – Meeting ID: 810 1520 7879 | Password: 446260
Need help setting up Zoom? Go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/zoom/ to find instructional videos made by Pastor John!
Calling in to a Zoom meeting on a dial-up phone? Step 1. Call (646) 558-8656 Step 2. Add Meeting ID Step 3. Press #
Sunday, April 18, 2021
Posted on Apr 17, 2021 in Newsletter |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
IF Gathering 2021 – Saturday, April 24 9A-1P – Special Event for Women! Welcome all ladies from senior high up to age 99! Jennie Allen, author of many Christian women’s books and studies, is also the founder of IF Gathering which has an international following. She states that she wakes up every morning on a mission: disciple a generation by loving God more every day for who He is through His Word! We will be enjoying messages from the wonderful speakers of the IF Gathering team, discussion time, fellowship, yummy snacks, and more! The cost of the event is $25 per person. We will be masking and safe distancing in the gym.
Scholarship Funds Available: The Mission Board will be accepting applications for post-high school education from applicants planning to attend post-graduate training at an academic facility with the intention to pursue ministry or missionary work upon graduation. Applications can be picked up in the Church Office. Deadline to submit your application is May 9, 2021. For more information regarding the scholarship please contact Jeanie Wesner or Gary Lewis.
The 10:30 Service is Leaving the Building! Starting May 2, the 10:30 service will be on the tree-covered front lawn by the main entrance. Bring your camp chairs! Hot coffee and goodies will also be provided. Bring friends! Bad weather? We’ll be inside using the gym and sanctuary.
Deacons v. Elders What’s the difference? What do they do? For answers to these questions and much more on the proposed Elder position, grab an info packet at the Info Desk and Welcome Table.
Fishnet Meeting This Week! This group of amazing ladies will be meeting again on Thursdays from 9AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer. They process large quantities of eyeglasses and sunglasses to be sent all over the world! If you would like to join them, please contact Donna Outt.
Prayer Guides Available – It’s Ramadan. This is the most sacred month of the year for Muslims and goes from April 13 to the evening of May 12. Let us continue to pray for our Muslim neighbors around the world during this time that they would come to know the One True God!
TREASURE FEST! MAY 2 & 9 | GYM – Free items for the taking from books to craft supplies, and more! Treasures ARRR to be found matey!
Sensory-Friendly Worship Area! “A shush-free, judgment-free zone where ALL can safely learn about God!” Our chapel has been fitted out with wiggle seats, fidget toys, dimmable lights, noise-canceling headphones, a calming special-effect light and more! We welcome all who have unique needs to enjoy this area during our 8AM services starting next week! Both services to be available in the Fall.
Library is Open – SUNDAYS | 9:15am-10:15am – Check out our ever changing and growing selections for all ages, needs and genres!
Sunday Bible School Updates!! Something for All Ages @ 9:15AM
- Daughters of theDivine: Room 105
- S.M.A.S.S.H.: Gym (Sr. High & Adults)
- Adult Fellowship: Chapel
- Journeying with Jesus: Room 230
- Toddlers: Toddler Nursery
- 3 Year Olds: Noah’s Ark Hallway
- PreK: Noah’s Ark Hallway
- K-1st: Noah’s Ark Hallway
- 2nd-3rd: Room 7 (Gym Hallway)
- 4th-6th: Room 6 (Gym Hallway)
- 7th-8th: Youth Room
Wanna Help? We are looking for classroom assistants and help with administrative tasks. Let us know on the insert! Must be Safe Church certified. See our Safe Church webpage for more info.
A Call to Prayer For Marriages – Thursday, April 29 – A CALL TO ACTION – These have been increasingly challenging times for marriages and the enemy desires to cause disruption and destruction of the home. It is with this in mind that we have scheduled a day of fasting and prayer for marriages and families. We are asking people to sign up for 15 minute time slots for prayer. We will be offering prayer guides of things we can be praying for concerning marriage and family. We’ll have them available in our newsletter and at the Info Desk and Welcome Table at church. We would also like to encourage you to fast for one meal that day and take the time you would normally use to eat to pray instead. There is much at stake and we serve the God of the impossible! Won’t you join this team of prayer warriors on Thursday, April 29th? Sign up by contacting the church office.
Church Spring Clean-Up Day – Saturday, May 1 | 8A-1P – Join us in taking care of the building and property God has given us! Then stick around for a pizza lunch! Great for all ages and abilities! Sign up by contacting the church office.
National Day of Prayer 2021 is Thursday, May 6. Meet outside at the Montour County Courthouse at 12PM to pray for our nation, leaders and community.
Connect Weekly on Zoom
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
- 7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
- 7PM – Zoom Home Group with Tae (Dr. Kwon) ID: 927 5098 8527 | P: 644284
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
- 9:15AM – Fred Hess with Sojourners are studying the book Walking With God in the Desert – Meeting ID: 826 8364 3656 | Password: 217343
- 9:15AM – Dan Jones with Adult Fellowship are meeting in-person AND on Zoom! – Meeting ID: 810 1520 7879 | Password: 446260
Need help setting up Zoom? Go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/zoom/ to find instructional videos made by Pastor John!
Calling in to a Zoom meeting on a dial-up phone? Step 1. Call (646) 558-8656 Step 2. Add Meeting ID Step 3. Press #
Sunday, April 11, 2021
Posted on Apr 10, 2021 in Newsletter |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Prayer Guides Available – The Muslim holiday of Ramadan will begin on April 13. Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year for them. Let us pray for our Muslim neighbors around the world during this time that they would come to know the One True God! Prayer Guides available for both adults and kiddos at the Info Desk and Welcome Table.
Library Reopening! SUNDAYS | 9:15am-10:15am – Check out our ever changing and growing selections for all ages, needs and genres!
Heartfelt Thanks to the following! Lynn Wintersteen and her team for organizing, packing and sending off 22 College Care Packages with love and prayer; Delivery Drivers who brought Easter gifts to our sweet homebound brothers and sisters; Egg Hunt Helpers for making a fun event even better!
Encouragement for the Bowsers Want to send these sweet former attenders a card of encouragement during Joyce’s recent health challenge? Contact the church office for their address.
Deacons v. Elders What’s the difference? What do they do? For answers to these questions and much more on the proposed Elder position, grab an info packet at the Info Desk and Welcome Table.
Next Fishnet Meeting will be Thursday, April 22, from 9 AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer. If you would like to join them, contact Donna Outt.
IF Gathering 2021 – Saturday, April 24 9AM-1PM – Special Event for Women! Welcome all ladies from senior high up to age 99! Jennie Allen, author of many Christian women’s books and studies, is also the founder of IF Gathering which has an international following. She states that she wakes up every morning on a mission: disciple a generation by loving God more every day for who He is through His Word! We will be enjoying messages from the wonderful speakers of the IF Gathering team, discussion time, fellowship, yummy snacks, and more! The cost of the event is $25 per person. We will be masking and safe distancing in the gym.
Blood Drive Monday– Stop by the BFLC (gym) from 1-6pm. The Red Cross is in need of blood and is taking every precaution to keep everyone safe during their collections.
New Devos In!! Check out the Borrow-a-Book box & Tract Rack to pick up your new Large Print Our Daily Bread and Keys for Kids devotionals for
April | May | June!
Church Clean Up Day – Saturday, May 1 | 8A-1P – Join us in taking care of the building and property God has given us! Then stick around for a pizza lunch! Great for all ages and abilities! Sign up by contacting the church office.
Sunday Bible School Updates!! Something for All Ages @ 9:15AM
- Toddlers: Toddler Nursery
- 3 Year Olds: Noah’s Ark Hallway
- PreK: Noah’s Ark Hallway
- K-1st: Noah’s Ark Hallway
- 2nd-3rd: Room 7 (Gym Hallway)
- 4th-6th: Room 6 (Gym Hallway)
- 7th-8th: Youth Room
- S.M.A.S.S.H.: Gym (Sr. High & Adults)
- Adult Fellowship: Chapel
- Journeying with Jesus: Room 230
- Daughters of theDivine: Room 105
Wanna Help? We are looking for classroom assistants and help with administrative tasks. Let us know on the insert! *Must be Safe Church certified. See our Safe Church webpage for more info.
Home Group Update – Join the Mackleys IN-PERSON Wednesdays – @ 6:30PM Questions? Contact Holly!
Connect Weekly on Zoom
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
7PM – Zoom Home Group with Tae (Dr. Kwon) ID: 927 5098 8527 | P: 644284 (NEW)
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
7PM – Zoom Home Group with Tae (Dr. Kwon) ID: 927 5098 8527 | P: 644284 (NEW)
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
- 9:15AM – Fred Hess with Sojourners are studying the book Walking With God in the Desert – Meeting ID: 826 8364 3656 | Password: 217343
- 9:15AM – Dan Jones with Adult Fellowship are meeting in-person AND on Zoom! – Meeting ID: 810 1520 7879 | Password: 446260
Need help setting up Zoom? Go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/zoom/ to find instructional videos made by Pastor John!
Calling in to a Zoom meeting on a dial-up phone? Step 1. Call (646) 558-8656 Step 2. Add Meeting ID Step 3. Press #
Sunday, April 4, 2021
Posted on Apr 3, 2021 in Newsletter |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Baptisms Next Sunday!! If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know on your connect card or talk to a pastor TODAY!
Easter Devotional Available! The Greatest Love: 10 Easter Reflections focuses on Jesus’ sinless life, His atoning death, and His glorious victory over sin and the grave through His resurrection. Grab your copy at the Info Desk, Welcome Table or Borrow-a-Book box outside!
Children’s Sunday School Update! Our classes are growing! Praise God! Grades 2 and 3 will now be their own class starting next week in room 7.
Red Cross Blood Drive will be here next Monday, April 12, in the BFLC from 1:00-6:00pm. The Red Cross is in need of blood and is taking every precaution to keep everyone safe during their collections.
Library Grand Reopening Next Sunday! They’ll be open on Sundays from 9:15am – 10:15am. Catch up on many good reads!
Special Easter Offering This year, our special Easter offering will go toward the Good Samaritan Mission, currently located on Ferry Street. They are in the process getting ready to move to a new location! They help our community by providing hygiene products, weekend bags of food for Danville students in need, clothing, adult education and much more! Please note “Easter Offering” on your monetary donations. Want to donate your time? Call (570) 275-2500!
Easter Tracts Available at the Tract Rack. Share the great news that your Savior LIVES!
Happening Sunday – The Barnabas Basket is a monthly food collection that takes place on the first Sunday of the month (Communion Sunday). All donations are given to the Danville Food Bank. The basket will be located in the main lobby. April’s Need is Canned Fruit.
Office Closed Monday for Easter Monday.
Youth Group is This Wednesday @ 6PM in the gym. Can’t make it to Youth Group? Join via ZOOM! Meeting ID: 846 9414 1815 | Passcode: IRON Questions? Contact Pastor Luke at pluke@danvillefirstbaptist.org
Home Group Update – Join the Mackleys IN-PERSON on THURSDAYs @ 8PM starting Next Week! Questions? Contact Holly!
Jr. Kidz Church – During the 10:30 Service – Junior Children’s Church welcomes kiddos ages 4 and 5 to their own church service! Kiddos must wear masks. Registration can be done at check-in. Those that pre-registered will have custom labels waiting for them at check-in!
New Devos In!! Check out the Borrow-a-Book box & Tract Rack to pick up your new Large Print Our Daily Bread and Keys for Kids devotionals for
April | May | June!
April | May | June!
Stay in Step with FBC – Sign up today to receive our newsletters! Tuesday: Pastors Corner will encourage your heart and “equip you for works of service” (Eph 4:12). Friday: FBC Friday News will keep you informed with what’s going on and how you can plug in! All we need is your name and email!
Prayer Guide Available – The Muslim holiday of Ramadan will begin on April 13. Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year for them. Let us pray for our Muslim neighbors around the world during this time that they would come to know the One True God! Prayer Guides available for both adults and kiddos at the Info Desk and Welcome Table.
Mystery Island VBS – VBS 2021 – July 11-16 6-8:30PM – Wanna be part of the team?! Start by making sure you are up-to-date with your clearances at danvillefirstbaptist.org/safe-church. We revamped our Safe Church Class!! Unit 7 can now be completed online by watching 3 videos and filling out a form. This needs to be completed annually. * Team Sign-ups Coming Soon! *
IF Gathering 2021 – Saturday, April 24 9AM-1PM – Special Event for Women! Welcome all ladies from senior high up to age 99! Jennie Allen, author of many Christian women’s books and studies, is also the founder of IF Gathering which has an international following. She states that she wakes up every morning on a mission: disciple a generation by loving God more every day for who He is through His Word! We will be enjoying messages from the wonderful speakers of the IF Gathering team, discussion time, fellowship, yummy snacks, and more! The cost of the event is $25 per person. We will be masking and safe distancing in the gym.
Connect Weekly on Zoom
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
7PM – Zoom Home Group with Tae (Dr. Kwon) ID: 927 5098 8527 | P: 644284 (NEW)
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
7PM – Zoom Home Group with Tae (Dr. Kwon) ID: 927 5098 8527 | P: 644284 (NEW)
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
- 9:15AM – Fred Hess with Sojourners are studying the book Walking With God in the Desert – Meeting ID: 826 8364 3656 | Password: 217343
- 8:30AM* – Dan Jones with Adult Fellowship are meeting in person AND on Zoom – Meeting ID: 810 1520 7879 | Password: 446260 (Also meeting in person Sundays) *Sunday, 4/4 ONLY
Need help setting up Zoom? Go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/zoom/ to find instructional videos made by Pastor John!
Calling in to a Zoom meeting on a dial-up phone? Step 1. Call (646) 558-8656 Step 2. Add Meeting ID Step 3. Press #
Sunday, March 28, 2021
Posted on Mar 27, 2021 in Newsletter |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Easter Sunday Schedule
SonRise Service – 7AM (indoor)
Egg Hunt – 8:30AM (must sign up)
Egg Hunt – 9:45AM (must sign up)
Easter Service – 10:30AM
SonRise Service – 7AM (indoor)
Egg Hunt – 8:30AM (must sign up)
Egg Hunt – 9:45AM (must sign up)
Easter Service – 10:30AM
Welcome Egg Hunters Ages 3 to 6th grade!! Register your kiddos for either the 8:30AM or the 9:45AM egg hunt by listing their names & ages on your connect card. Please also mention which time you prefer. Sign-up by TODAY so we have eggs for everyone!
Easter Devotional Available! The Greatest Love: 10 Easter Reflections focuses on Jesus’ sinless life, His atoning death, and His glorious victory over sin and the grave through His resurrection. Grab your copy at the Info Desk, Welcome Table or Borrow-a-Book box outside!
Memorial Easter Flowers – Potted Easter flowers may be ordered in honor or memory of a loved one. The suggested donation is $10. They will be available to take home on Easter Sunday after the services. Please contact the church office by TODAY to participate.
Good Friday Service – 4/2 at 7PM In-Person or via Live Stream
Library Grand Reopening on Sunday, April 11th! They’ll be open on Sundays from 9:15am – 10:15am. Catch up on many good reads!
Special Easter Offering This year, our special Easter offering will go toward the Good Samaritan Mission, currently located on Ferry Street. They are in the process getting ready to move to a new location! They help our community by providing hygiene products, weekend bags of food for Danville students in need, clothing, adult education and much more! Please note “Easter Offering” on your monetary donations. Want to donate your time? Call (570) 275-2500!
Easter Tracts Available at the Tract Rack. Share the great news that your Savior LIVES!
Happening Sunday – The Barnabas Basket is a monthly food collection that takes place on the first Sunday of the month (Communion Sunday). All donations are given to the Danville Food Bank. The basket will be located in the main lobby. April’s Need is Canned Fruit.
Special Event for Women! Saturday, April 24 | 9AM – 1PM – Welcome all ladies from senior high up to age 99! Jennie Allen, author of many Christian women’s books and studies, is also the founder of IF Gathering which has an international following. She states that she wakes up every morning on a mission: disciple a generation by loving God more every day for who He is through His Word! We will be enjoying messages from the wonderful speakers of the IF Gathering team, discussion time, fellowship, yummy snacks, and more! The cost of the event is $25 per person. We will be masking and safe distancing in the gym.
New Devos In!! Check out the Borrow-a-Book box & Tract Rack to pick up your new Large Print Our Daily Bread and Keys for Kids devotionals for
April | May | June!
April | May | June!
Prayer Guides Available – The Muslim holiday of Ramadan will begin on April 13. Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year for them. Let us pray for our Muslim neighbors around the world during this time that they would come to know the One True God! Prayer Guides available for both adults and kiddos at the Info Desk and Welcome Table.
College Care Ministry – It’s that time of year again! Our college students will be headed into final exams soon and we as a church family want to be there to root them on! Did your student go back to school? Are they distance learning from home? You have the option to have us mail their care package to them or you can pick up their care package on Easter Sunday (4/4). Student Info is due 3/28! *Submit student info even if info hasn’t changed*
Baptism Sunday Coming!! If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know on your connect card by Easter (next) Sunday!
Connect Weekly on Zoom
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting
Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
7PM – Zoom Home Group with Dr. Kwon ID: 963 3320 2167 | P: 499038
7PM – Zoom Home Group with the Mackleys’ *UPDATE! Off this week – meeting in-person starting 4/8!
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting
Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
7PM – Zoom Home Group with Dr. Kwon ID: 963 3320 2167 | P: 499038
7PM – Zoom Home Group with the Mackleys’ *UPDATE! Off this week – meeting in-person starting 4/8!
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
- 9:15AM – Fred Hess with Sojourners are studying the book Walking With God in the Desert – Meeting ID: 826 8364 3656 | Password: 217343
- 9:30AM – Dan Jones with Adult Fellowship are doing and in-depth study on the Holy Spirit – Meeting ID: 810 1520 7879 | Password: 446260
Need help setting up Zoom? Go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/zoom/ to find instructional videos made by Pastor John!
Calling in to a Zoom meeting on a dial-up phone? Step 1. Call (646) 558-8656 Step 2. Add Meeting ID Step 3. Press #
Sunday, March 21, 2021
Posted on Mar 20, 2021 in Newsletter |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Holy Week & Easter
Palm Sunday 3/28 – Regular service times
Good Friday 4/2 – service at 7PM
Easter: SonRise Service – 7AM (indoor)
Egg Hunt – 8:30AM (must sign up)
Egg Hunt – 9:45AM (must sign up)
Easter Service – 10:30AM
Palm Sunday 3/28 – Regular service times
Good Friday 4/2 – service at 7PM
Easter: SonRise Service – 7AM (indoor)
Egg Hunt – 8:30AM (must sign up)
Egg Hunt – 9:45AM (must sign up)
Easter Service – 10:30AM
Welcome Egg Hunters Ages 3 to 6th grade!! Register your kiddos for either the 8:30AM or the 9:45AM egg hunt by listing their names & ages on your connect card. Please also mention which time you prefer. Sign-up by Next Sunday so we have eggs for everyone!
Easter Devotional Available! The Greatest Love: 10 Easter Reflections focuses on Jesus’ sinless life, His atoning death, and His glorious victory over sin and the grave through His resurrection. Grab your copy at the Info Desk, Welcome Table or Borrow-a-Book box outside!
Memorial Easter Flowers – Potted Easter flowers may be ordered in honor or memory of a loved one. The suggested donation is $10. They will be available to take home on Easter Sunday after the services. Please contact the church office by NEXT SUNDAY to participate.
Prayer Guide Available – The Muslim holiday of Ramadan will begin on April 13. Ramadan is the most sacred month of the year for them. Let us pray for our Muslim neighbors around the world during this time that they would come to know the One True God! Prayer Guides available for both adults and kiddos at the Info Desk and Welcome Table.
College Care Packages – It’s that time of year again! Our college students will be headed into final exams soon and we as a church family want to be there to root them on! Did your student go back to school? Are they distance learning from home? You have the option to have us mail their care package to them or you can pick up their care package on Easter Sunday (4/4). Monetary donations are gratefully accepted to help cover the cost of supplies and postage (no item donations this time). Please make checks out to FBC and add “College ministry” to the memo. Student Info is due by Next Sunday! *Submit student info even if info hasn’t changed* Fill out the attached connect card or the online form in the newsletter
Library Grand Reopening on Sunday, April 11th! They’ll be open on Sundays from 9:15am – 10:15am. Catch up on many good reads!
Bells of Joy will be meeting to rehearse tomorrow at 6:30pm in the bell room.
Egg Hunt Volunteers Needed! Wanna hide some eggs?! We’ll also need help with handing out bags, setup and cleanup. Circle “H” on your connect card and we’ll give you a call.
Special Easter Offering This year, our special Easter offering will go toward the Good Samaritan Mission, currently located on Ferry Street. They are in the process getting ready to move to a new location! They help our community by providing hygiene products, weekend bags of food for Danville students in need, clothing, adult education and much more! Please note “Easter Offering” on your monetary donations. Want to donate your time? Call (570) 275-2500!
Easter Tracts Available at the Tract Rack. Share the great news that your Savior LIVES!
Fishnet is Meeting this Thursday from 9 AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer. If you would like to join them, please call Donna Outt. Their next meeting will be on 4/22.
Baptism Sunday Coming April 11 – If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know on your connect card by Easter Sunday!
New Devos In!! Check out the Borrow-a-Book box & Tract Rack to pick up your new Large Print Our Daily Bread and Keys for Kids devotionals for
April | May | June!
April | May | June!
Welcome Back Sunday Bible School!! Something for All Ages @ 9:15AM – Wanna Help? We are looking for classroom assistants and help with administrative tasks. Let us know on the insert! *Must be Safe Church certified. See our Safe Church webpage for more info.
- Toddlers: Toddler Nursery
- S.M.A.S.S.H.: Gym (Sr. High & Adults)
- Adult Fellowship: Chapel
- Journeying with Jesus: Room 230
- Daughters of theDivine: Room 105
- Ages 3-PK: Noah’s Ark Hallway
- K-2nd: Noah’s Ark Hallway
- 3rd-6th: Room 6 (Old Youth Room)
- 7th-8th: Youth Room
Virtual Choir – All Videos Due by Next Sunday! If you need assistance with recording, please make an appointment with Pastor John; pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org. Sheet music is available for pick up in the office or you can check out danvillefirstbaptist.org/choir/.
Connect Weekly on Zoom!
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
- 7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
- 7PM – Zoom Home Group with Dr. Kwon ID: 963 3320 2167 | P: 499038
- 7PM – Zoom Home Group with the Mackleys’ ID: 816 2176 2877 | P: 239445
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
- 9:15AM – Fred Hess with Sojourners are studying the book Walking With God in the Desert – Meeting ID: 826 8364 3656 | Password: 217343
- 9:30AM – Dan Jones with Adult Fellowship are doing and in-depth study on the Holy Spirit – Meeting ID: 810 1520 7879 | Password: 446260
Need help setting up Zoom? Go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/zoom/ to find instructional videos made by Pastor John!
Calling in to a Zoom meeting on a dial-up phone? Step 1. Call (646) 558-8656 Step 2. Add Meeting ID Step 3. Press #
Sunday, March 7, 2021
Posted on Mar 6, 2021 in Newsletter |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Easter Season Schedule
Palm Sunday 3/28 – Regular service times
Good Friday 4/2 – service at 7PM
Easter SonRise Service – 7AM (indoor)
Egg Hunt – 8:30AM (must sign up)
Egg Hunt – 9:45AM (must sign up)
Easter Service – 10:30AM
Palm Sunday 3/28 – Regular service times
Good Friday 4/2 – service at 7PM
Easter SonRise Service – 7AM (indoor)
Egg Hunt – 8:30AM (must sign up)
Egg Hunt – 9:45AM (must sign up)
Easter Service – 10:30AM
Welcome Egg Hunters Ages 3 to 6th grade!! Register your kiddos for either the 8:30AM or the 9:45AM egg hunt by listing their names & ages on your connect card. Please also mention which time you prefer. Sign-ups are a MUST so we have eggs for everyone!
Egg Hunt Volunteers Needed! Wanna hide some eggs?! We’ll also need help with handing out bags, setup and cleanup. Circle “H” on your connect card and we’ll give you a call.
Easter Memorial Flowers – Suggested Donation of $10 each | Order by March 28th – Call the church office at (570) 275-1511 or email us!
Bells of Joy will be meeting to rehearse on Monday 3/22 at 6:30pm.
Giving Opportunity Sunday – Donations given to our Fellowship Fund are used to assist those in our church who are struggling during these hard times. “Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will repay him for his deed.” Proverbs 19:17
Virtual Choir All Videos Due by March 28th! If you need assistance with recording, please make an appointment with Pastor John; pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org. Sheet music is available for pick up in the office or you can check out danvillefirstbaptist.org/choir/.
Happening Sunday The Barnabas Basket is a monthly food collection that takes place on the first Sunday of the month (Communion Sunday). All donations are given to the Danville Food Bank. The basket will be located in the main lobby. March’s Need is Cereal.
Time to Turn Clocks Ahead! Don’t forget to turn your clock ahead on Saturday evening.
College Care Ministry – It’s that time of year again! Our college students will be headed into final exams soon and we as a church family want to be there to root them on! Did your student go back to school? Are they distance learning from home? You have the option to have us mail their care package to them or you can pick up their care package on Easter Sunday (4/4). Monetary donations are gratefully accepted to help cover the cost of supplies and postage (no item donations this time). Please make checks out to FBC and add “College ministry” to the memo. Student Info is due by March 28. *Submit student info even if info hasn’t changed* Fill out the attached connect card or the online form in the newsletter
New Our Daily Breads! Check out the Borrow-a-Book box & Tract Rack to pick up your new Regular Print devotional for March | April | May!
Unto Warehouse Trip!!! Saturday, March 20 9AM-4PM – The Missions Board is looking for 10 adults to go down to the Unto warehouse in Mt. Joy! There, they will get special training to set them up for success as leaders of our very own food packing project here at FBC . If you would like to be part of this opportunity, please contact the church office. Must be able to provide own transportation and bagged lunch. Masks required.
Baptism Sunday Coming April 11 – If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know on your connect card
by Easter Sunday!
by Easter Sunday!
Connect Weekly on Zoom!
MONDAYs @ 7:30PM Ladies Open Door Bible Study Meeting ID: 883 8602 9523 | Passcode: HOREB
TUESDAYs @ 9:30AM Ladies Open Door Bible Study Meeting ID: 871 8938 6360 | Passcode: 007105
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
MONDAYs @ 7:30PM Ladies Open Door Bible Study Meeting ID: 883 8602 9523 | Passcode: HOREB
TUESDAYs @ 9:30AM Ladies Open Door Bible Study Meeting ID: 871 8938 6360 | Passcode: 007105
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting Meeting ID: 882 0581 5427 | Passcode: 697056
THURSDAYs
- 7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
- 7PM – Zoom Home Group with Dr. Kwon ID: 963 3320 2167 | P: 499038
- 7PM – Zoom Home Group with the Mackleys’ ID: 816 2176 2877 | P: 239445
SUNDAY Classes meeting online
- 9:15AM – Fred Hess with Sojourners are studying the book Walking With God in the Desert – Meeting ID: 826 8364 3656 | Password: 217343
- 9:30AM – Dan Jones with Adult Fellowship are doing and in-depth study on the Holy Spirit – Meeting ID: 810 1520 7879 | Password: 446260
Need help setting up Zoom? Go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/zoom/ to find instructional videos made by Pastor John!
Calling in to a Zoom meeting on a dial-up phone? Step 1. Call (646) 558-8656 Step 2. Add Meeting ID Step 3. Press #
Sunday, February 28, 2021
Posted on Feb 27, 2021 in Newsletter |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Care & Concern Ministry – Care & Concern Ministry began in October ‘03 and is a group of some of the biggest hearts around. They help out in the following areas as their gifts and abilities allow:
- Make and take meals to those who have had babies, surgery or are going through a tough time
- Drive people to appointments
- Sit with the homebound
- Help with lawn care
- Shovel snow off walk ways and driveways
- Light cleaning
This ministry has lifted the hearts of many as the love of Christ is shared in a practical & much needed way. Contact the church office if you would like to be on our call list.
The Upper Zoom Prayer Meeting – Thursdays @ 7AM with Pastor Paul – Meeting ID: 851 3612 7114 | Passcode: 693945
Giving Opportunity Next Week Donations given to our Fellowship Fund are used to assist those in our church who are struggling during these hard times. “Whoever is generous to the poor lends to the Lord, and He will repay him for his deed.” Proverbs 19:17
Fishnet is Meeting every Thursday from 9 AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer. The ladies meet to check and clean eyeglasses that Unto (formerly GAiN) then distributes all over the world. If you would like to join them at Linda Beyer’s home, please contact Donna Outt.
Happening Next Sunday – The Barnabas Basket is a monthly food collection that takes place on the first Sunday of the month (Communion Sunday). All donations are given to the Danville Food Bank. The basket will be located in main foyer. March’s need is for cereal.
Missed a Service? No worries! You can always catch up on our services by going to these following places…
- YouTube: FBC Danville
- Facebook: Danville First Baptist Church
- Our Homepage: danvillefirstbaptist.org
Couch Worship with Pastor John – Thursdays at 2:30 PM on Facebook
VBS 2021 “Mystery Island” – July 11-16 6-8:30PM – Wanna be part of the team?! Start by making sure you are up-to-date with your clearances at
danvillefirstbaptist.org/safe-church. We revamped our Safe Church Class!! Unit 7 can now be completed online by watching 3 videos and filling out a form. This needs to be completed annually.
danvillefirstbaptist.org/safe-church. We revamped our Safe Church Class!! Unit 7 can now be completed online by watching 3 videos and filling out a form. This needs to be completed annually.
New Our Daily Breads! Check out the Borrow-a-Book box & Tract Rack to pick up your new Regular Print devotional for March | April | May!
Connect Weekly on Zoom
MONDAYs @ 7:30PM Ladies Open Door Bible Study Meeting ID: 883 8602 9523 | Passcode: HOREB
TUESDAYs @ 9:30AM Ladies Open Door Bible Study Meeting ID: 871 8938 6360 | Passcode: 007105
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting
THURSDAYs
TUESDAYs @ 9:30AM Ladies Open Door Bible Study Meeting ID: 871 8938 6360 | Passcode: 007105
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting
THURSDAYs
- 7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
- 7PM – Zoom Home Group with Dr. Kwon ID: 963 3320 2167 | P: 499038
- 7PM – Zoom Home Group with the Mackleys’ ID: 816 2176 2877 | P: 239445
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
- 9:15AM – Fred Hess with Sojourners are studying the book Walking With God in the Desert – Meeting ID: 826 8364 3656 | Password: 217343
- 9:30AM – Dan Jones with Adult Fellowship are doing and in-depth study on the Holy Spirit – Meeting ID: 810 1520 7879 | Password: 446260
Need help setting up Zoom? Go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/zoom/ to find instructional videos made by Pastor John!
Calling in to a Zoom meeting on a dial-up phone? Step 1. Call (646) 558-8656 Step 2. Add Meeting ID Step 3. Press #
Sunday, February 21, 2021
Posted on Feb 20, 2021 in Newsletter |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Fishnet is Meeting every Thursday from 9 AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer. If you would like to join them, please contact Donna Outt.
Calling All Prayer Warriors! It’s time to update our Prayer Chain! There is nothing more powerful than lifting each other in prayer to our Loving Father in great times of need. Prayer Chain is available by phone and/or email. If you would like to be added to the phone prayer chain, contact Yvonne Fetterman or the church office.
Unto Warehouse Trip!!! Saturday, March 20 9AM-4PM – The Missions Board is looking for 10 adults to go down to the Unto warehouse in Mt. Joy! There, they will get special training to set them up for success as leaders of our very own seed packing project here at FBC (date is TBD). If you would like to be part of this opportunity, please contact the church office. Must be able to provide own transportation and bagged lunch. Masks required.
New Our Daily Breads! Check out the Borrow-a-Book box & Tract Rack to pick up your new Regular Print devotional for March | April | May!
Missed a Service? No worries! You can always catch up on our services by going to these following places…
- YouTube: FBC Danville
- Facebook: Danville First Baptist Church
- Our Homepage: danvillefirstbaptist.org
Connect Weekly on Zoom
MONDAYs @ 7:30PM Ladies Open Door Bible Study Meeting ID: 883 8602 9523 | Passcode: HOREB
TUESDAYs @ 9:30AM Ladies Open Door Bible Study Meeting ID: 871 8938 6360 | Passcode: 007105
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting
THURSDAYs
MONDAYs @ 7:30PM Ladies Open Door Bible Study Meeting ID: 883 8602 9523 | Passcode: HOREB
TUESDAYs @ 9:30AM Ladies Open Door Bible Study Meeting ID: 871 8938 6360 | Passcode: 007105
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting
THURSDAYs
- 7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
- 7PM – Zoom Home Group with Dr. Kwon ID: 963 3320 2167 | P: 499038
- 7PM – Zoom Home Group with the Mackleys’ ID: 816 2176 2877 | P: 239445
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
- 9:15AM – Fred Hess with Sojourners are studying the book Walking With God in the Desert – Meeting ID: 826 8364 3656 | Password: 217343
- 9:30AM – Dan Jones with Adult Fellowship are doing and in-depth study on the Holy Spirit – Meeting ID: 810 1520 7879 | Password: 446260
Need help setting up Zoom? Go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/zoom/ to find instructional videos made by Pastor John!
Calling in to a Zoom meeting on a dial-up phone? Step 1. Call (646) 558-8656 Step 2. Add Meeting ID Step 3. Press #
Sunday, February 14, 2021
Posted on Feb 13, 2021 in Newsletter |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Safe Church Update!! We revamped our Safe Church Class!! Unit 7 can now be completed online by watching 3 videos and filling out a form. This needs to be completed annually. Check it out at www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/safe-church/
Giving Reports Have Been Mailed! Reports were mailed out January 26th. If you do not receive your report in the mail within the next week, please give us a call! Want to receive it by email next year? Contact the church office.
Fishnet is Meeting every Thursday from 9 AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer. If you would like to join them, please contact Donna Outt.
Unto Warehouse Trip Saturday, March 20 9AM-3PM – The Missions Board is looking for 10 adults to go down to the Unto warehouse in Mt. Joy! There, they will get special training to set them up for success as leaders of our very own seed packing project here at FBC (date is TBD). If you would like to be part of this opportunity, please contact the church office. Must be able to provide own transportation and bagged lunch. Masks required.
Ladies Open Door Bible Study on Zoom
Monday Zoom at 7:30PM Meeting ID: 883 8602 9523 | Passcode: HOREB
Tuesday Zoom at 9:30AM Meeting ID: 871 8938 6360 | Passcode: 007105
Tuesday Zoom at 9:30AM Meeting ID: 871 8938 6360 | Passcode: 007105
Connect Weekly on Zoom
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting
THURSDAYs
7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
7PM – Zoom Home Group with Dr. Kwon ID: 963 3320 2167 | P: 499038
7PM – Zoom Home Group with the Mackleys’ ID: 816 2176 2877 | P: 239445
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
WEDNESDAYs @ 7PM – Zoom Prayer Meeting
THURSDAYs
7AM – The Upper Zoom ID: 851 3612 7114 | P: 693945
7PM – Zoom Home Group with Dr. Kwon ID: 963 3320 2167 | P: 499038
7PM – Zoom Home Group with the Mackleys’ ID: 816 2176 2877 | P: 239445
SUNDAYs Classes meeting online
- 9:15AM – Fred Hess with Sojourners are studying the book Walking With God in the Desert – Meeting ID: 826 8364 3656 | Password: 217343
- 9:30AM – Dan Jones with Adult Fellowship are doing and in-depth study on the Holy Spirit – Meeting ID: 810 1520 7879 | Password: 446260
Need help setting up Zoom? Go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/zoom/ to find instructional videos made by Pastor John!
Calling in to a Zoom meeting on a dial-up phone? Step 1. Call (646) 558-8656 Step 2. Add Meeting ID Step 3. Press #
New Our Daily Breads! Check out the Borrow-a-Book box & Tract Rack to pick up your new Regular Print devotional for March | April | May!
Virtual Choir – What’s a virtual choir? What would be expected of me? For these questions and more, check out danvillefirstbaptist.org/choir/. You can also register there or contact Pastor John at pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org. Easter will be our next Virtual Choir project!
The Upper Zoom prayer meeting Thursdays at 7:00 AM with Pastor Paul. Meeting ID: 851 3612 7114 | Passcode: 693945
Calling All Prayer Warriors! It’s time to update our Prayer Chain! There is nothing more powerful than lifting each other in prayer to our Loving Father in great times of need. Prayer Chain is available by phone and/or email. If you would like to be added to the phone prayer chain, contact Yvonne Fetterman.
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