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Sunday, February 2, 2025

Posted on Feb 1, 2025 in Newsletter |

ANNOUNCEMENTS

NEXT GAME NIGHT This Friday| 6pm in the gym – Bring your favorite games and a snack to share. Let’s beat the winter blues by gathering together to play games and fellowship!

Tacos with the Team FOR NEW ATTENDERS!! Next Sunday, Feb. 9th 11:45am in gym – You are invited to a luncheon as an opportunity to get to know our pastors and staff. Sign up in Sunday school class or the main lobby if interested.

Family Meal Wednesday!
Served: 4:45-5:45 PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family
Sign Up by Monday: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office
Menu: Hamburger Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Carrots, and 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.

Giving Reports Have Been Mailed! Reports were mailed out last week. If you do not receive your report in the mail within the next week, please give us a call at 570-275-1511.

Fishnet This group of amazing ladies meets 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.

Fellowship Fund Giving Opportunity In following the biblical directive to take care of our widows and orphans, FBC created the fellowship fund. This fund not only blesses those financially hurting in our church family, but also those who desire to invest in their marriages. If you would like to give, please note “Fellowship Fund” in the memo of your check or on your envelope.

Awana Derby Workshop is SATURDAY, FEB. 15 – 9-11AM. Parents/Guardians and their kiddos will be working on their derby cars to get them ready for the Awana Grand Prix on Saturday, Feb. 22. We are looking for carpenters to help out parents/guardians at each of the following work stations at the workshop:

Wood Cutting
Sanding
Painting
Wheels n Axles
Weigh Station

Want to help? Contact the church office. Any tools/materials you want to bring would be appreciated, but are not necessary.

Blood Drive This Tuesday, Feb. 4 – Happening from 12-5pm in the gym. Register for a time slot today at www.redcross.org.

KidCheck Coming Soon This program will be rolling out soon and we want you to be ready when it does!! Check out our webpage for all info, training videos, and FAQ’s. Start building your family profile today! See Katie with any questions.

Weather Cancellations Ever wonder if a service, class or study has been cancelled due to bad weather? Here’s where you can find your answer:

Our website: www.danvillefirstbaptist.org
Newsletter recipients will receive a Weather Alert email
Our Facebook page – Danville First Baptist Church
Radio Stations – WPGM (96.7) & WGRC (107.7)

Valentine Tracks are available at the Tract Rack

Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference February 28-March 2, 2025 – No marriage is static. Each day, each choice — you’re either moving closer together, toward oneness … or coasting farther apart. At the intersection of a faith-based marriage conference and romantic retreat from everyday life, Weekend to Remember helps couples do just that — choose oneness. Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and staying, one. Details at www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/

Sunday, January 26, 2025

Posted on Jan 25, 2025 in Newsletter |

ANNOUNCEMENTS

All Church Lunch & Honduras Recap Sunday (1/26) after the 10:30am service! We are super excited to hear more about the trip to Honduras. The team will be sharing their experience during the lunch! All are welcome to join.

FBC Connect Class Begins Sunday (1/26) 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! (570) 275-1511

Connect Card Is there something we can pray for? Have questions? Need info? We encourage you to fill out our Connect Card. You can find it on the tear off part of the bulletin or online by scanning the QR code.

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: Spaghetti & Meatballs, Salad, Garlic Bread, and 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.

Project: Surprise Valentine! Grab an envelope at the Welcome Desk or Welcome Table for someone who could use a little extra love this season. It could be a shut in, someone going through cancer or experiencing grief, a family with a new baby, or someone just needing encouragement. Send them notes, cards, homemade drawings, or any special idea you come up with. Our challenge: Don’t stop at one, grab your directory and send out several others to show love to our church family or to someone who has blessed you this past year.

Ladies’ Walking Group This Thursday, January 30th at 6:30pm in the gym. They are back and eager to get walking! This group is for ladies of all ages and walking abilities. They meet in the gym for fellowship, fitness and fun, and will move outside after the time change and the weather clears. Come enjoy a time of fitness and community.

OUR NEXT GAME NIGHT Friday, Feb. 7th | 6pm in the gym – Bring your favorite games and a snack to share. Let’s beat the winter blues by gathering together to play games and fellowship!

Vintage Knolls Visit This Saturday, Feb. 1st at 2pm – This month they will be making a Valentine’s craft with the residents. Anyone is welcome to come. Contact Jen Van Horn if you are interested in going. Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus to our community.

Tacos with the Team For NEW ATTENDERS!! Sunday, Feb. 9th at 11:45am in gym – You are invited to a luncheon for the opportunity to get to know our pastors and staff. Sign up in Sunday school class or the main lobby if interested.

AWANA DERBY WORKSHOP SATURDAY, FEB. 15 – 9-11AM – Parents/Guardians and their kiddos will be working on their derby cars to get them ready for the Awana Grand Prix on Saturday, Feb. 22. We are looking for carpenters to help out parents/guardians at each of the following work stations at the workshop:

Wood Cutting
Sanding
Painting
Wheels n Axles
Weigh Station

Want to help? Let Katie know. Any tools/materials you want to bring would be appreciated, but are not necessary.

AWANA Toy Donations Needed Need to get rid of excess toys? We are collecting LIKE NEW & GENTLY USED toys for our Awana store to offset the cost of the store. The bin is downstairs by the chapel. DUE WEDNESDAY!!

KidCheck Program This program will be rolling out soon and we want you to be ready when it does!! Check out our webpage for all info, training videos, and FAQ’s. Start building your family profile today! See Katie with any questions.

The Barnabas Basket is our monthly food collection. All donations are given to the Danville Food Bank. The basket is located in the main foyer. February’s need is soup. They’re looking for volunteers to help distribute food the 2nd Sat. of every month.

Blood Drive Next Tuesday, Feb. 4 – Stop by the BFLC (gym) from 12-5pm. Register for a time slot today at www.redcross.org.

Sunday, January 19, 2025

Posted on Jan 18, 2025 in Newsletter |

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Sanctity of Human Life Sunday All adults are encouraged to attend our combined Sunday School class Sunday, January 19 at 9:15am in the gym as we hear from Marthe Beauvais from Your Loving Choices in Bloomsburg.

Snow Many Good Books! Slide into our Library and wrap yourself up in a good book. There’s a flurry of great titles for all ages! And no cold-shoulder for late returns. The Library is open between services on Sunday and on Wednesday evenings.

Active Retired Men in Service Thursdays @ 8:30AM. This great group of guys meets for devotions, prayer time and lots of fellowship! Following their group time, they also help out around the church. Come on over!

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: Hamburger BBQ, Mac & Cheese, a Veggie Tray and 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.

All Church Lunch & Honduras Recap Sunday, January 26 after the 10:30am service – We are super excited to hear more about the trip to Honduras. The team will be sharing their experience during the lunch on January 26th! All are welcome to join. The main dish will be provided. Sign up for a side dish or dessert in the main lobby.

FBC Connect Class begins next Sunday, January 26. 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! (570) 275-1511

Project Surprise Valentine! Grab an envelope at the Welcome Desk or Welcome Table for someone who could use a little extra love this season. It could be a shut in, someone going through cancer or experiencing grief, a family with a new baby, or someone just needing encouragement. Send them notes, cards, homemade drawings, or any special idea you come up with. Our challenge: Don’t stop at one, grab your directory and send out several others to show love to our church family or to someone who has blessed you this past year.

KidCheck Program Starting Soon This program will be rolling out soon and we want you to be ready when it does!! Check out our webpage for all info, training videos, and FAQ’s. Start building your family profile today! See Katie with any questions.

AWANA TOY DONATIONS Need to get rid of excess toys? We are collecting like new & gently used toys for our Awana store. It greatly helps to offset the cost of the store. A bin will be available downstairs during the month of January!

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Departure Time: July 7-11, 6-8:30pm. Mark your calendars!

Ladies’ Walking Group Thursday, January 30th | 6:30pm in the gym – They are back and eager to get walking! This group is for ladies of all ages and walking abilities. They meet in the gym for fellowship, fitness and fun, and will move outside after the time change and the weather clears. Come enjoy a time of fitness and community.

Church Library SUN | 9:15 – 10:15am WED | 5-7pm – Did you know?? Besides Fiction and Children’s books, we also carry Bible Studies, Apologetics, Counseling, Biographies, DVD’s, Missions, Pre-Teen & Teen Resources and so much more. COMING SOON! A new feature in the email newsletters will highlight a different library book each week.

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 times of great need. The Prayer Chain is available by phone and/or email. If you would like to be added, contact the church office.

Sunday, January 12, 2025

Posted on Jan 11, 2025 in Newsletter |

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Special Business Meeting Sunday (1/12) after the 8am service. This will be a brief meeting to vote in new members per the deacons’ recommendation. Join us immediately following the 8am service in the sanctuary.

Baptisms happening during the 10:30 service this Sunday (1/12)! Several people have made the decision to follow Jesus’ example in baptism! Please encourage them today and in their ongoing walk with Jesus. “So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.” Galatians 3:26-27

Ladies Bible Study Begins Tuesday! January 14 @ 9AM – Who is Jesus? How one answers this question proves the most important thing about them. In this study of the Gospel of John, women will behold the glory of God revealed in Jesus Christ and experience His life-transforming power as they come to believe that He is the great I AM! Nursery and Kids’ Jumpstart available. Workbooks are available for pickup (suggested donation of $20). Sign up today in the main lobby!

GAME NIGHTS ARE BACK! This Friday at 6pm in the gym. Bring your favorite games and a snack to share. Let’s beat the winter blues by gathering together to play games and fellowship!

Sanctity of Human Life Sunday Combined Adult Sunday School – All adults are encouraged to attend our combined Sunday School class next Sunday at 9:15am in the gym as we hear from Marthe Beauvais from Your Loving Choices in Bloomsburg.

All Church Lunch & Honduras Recap – Sunday, January 26 after the 10:30am service – We are super excited to hear more about the trip to Honduras. The team will be sharing their experience during the lunch on January 26th! All are welcome to join. The main dish will be provided. Sign up for a side dish or dessert in the main lobby.

TOY DONATIONS for AWANA Need to get rid of excess toys? We are collecting new & gently used toys for our Awana store. It greatly helps to offset the cost of the store. A bin will be available downstairs during the month of January!

Full steam ahead to Summer 2025! With Wonder Junction VBS happening July 7-11, 6:8:30pm. Family Fun Day is July 13.

Kids Check-In Program This program will be rolling out soon and we want you to be ready when it does!! Check out our webpage for all info, training videos, and FAQ’s. Start building your family profile today! See Katie with any questions.

FBC Connect Class coming up January 28, February 2 & 9. 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! (570) 275-1511

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 times of great need. The Prayer Chain is available by phone and/or email. If you would like to be added, contact the church office.

Sunday, December 29, 2024

Posted on Dec 28, 2024 in Newsletter |

ANNOUNCEMENTS

New Year’s Eve Bash! BRINGING IN 2025 WITH A BANG! Grab your warmest coat, and join us Tuesday at 7PM for food (s’mores & cookies), hot cocoa, fun, music and a short devotional. Rain or shine! Then a big fireworks display, weather pending!!

Updated Directory Coming in January Need to update your contact info? Please write it on your connect card, email us, or call the office by Tuesday, December 31st. The Info Desk has the current address book if you’d like to see what info we have on file. Want to include your cell phone number and email address in the directory? Please let us know on your connect card!

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 services!

A Special Business Meeting will be held Sunday, January 12 @ 9:10AM. This will be a brief meeting to vote in new members per the deacons’ recommendation. Join us immediately following the 8am service in the sanctuary.

Vintage Knolls Visit Our next visit will be Saturday, January 4th at 2pm. Anyone is welcome to come play bingo with the residents and help with crafts. Contact Jen Van Horn if you are interested in going. Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus to our community.

Prayer Walk COMING IN JANUARY Thursday, Jan. 9, 12-8pm; Friday, Jan. 10, 9am-5pm; Saturday, Jan. 11, 8am-12pm – Couldn’t make our prayer walk on Thursday last time? We are trying something new this year and opening up the prayer walk for several days. Join us as we start the new year in prayer for our church.

Christmas Offering This special offering will be going to finish the building project started by our missions team. It is a building next to one of the churches that will have a kitchen and dining room to meet the needs of the community as well as opportunities to share the gospel. Special Christmas envelopes are available in pews and near offering boxes. Please note “Honduras” on donations.

Ladies’ Bible Study is beginning Tuesdays at 9AM beginning January 14. “Behold and Believe” by Marian Jordan Ellis – Who is Jesus? How one answers this question proves the most important thing about them. In Behold and Believe, a verse-by-verse Bible study of the Gospel of John, women will behold the glory of God revealed in Jesus Christ and experience His life-transforming power as they come to believe that He is the great I AM! Workbooks are available for pickup (suggested donation of $20). Sign up today in the main lobby! Nursery & Kids’ Jumpstart program available.

GAME NIGHTS ARE BACK! Friday, January 17th @ 6pm in the gym. Bring your favorite games and a snack to share. Let’s beat the winter blues by gathering together to play games and fellowship!

The Barnabas Basket happening January 5 is our monthly food collection. All donations are given to the Danville Food Bank. The basket is located in the main foyer. January’s Need: CANNED FRUIT. They’re looking for volunteers to help distribute food the 2nd Sat. of every month.

Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference in Hershey, PA February 28-March 2, 2025 – No marriage is static. Each day, each choice — you’re either moving closer together, toward oneness … or coasting farther apart. At the intersection of a faith-based marriage conference and romantic retreat from everyday life, Weekend to Remember helps couples do just that — choose oneness. Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and staying, one. Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/

New Our Daily Bread Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your new LARGE PRINT devotional for January | February | March

Sunday, December 22, 2024

Posted on Dec 21, 2024 in Newsletter |

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Christmas Play Join us in the sanctuary during the Sunday School hour on Dec. 22 as our youth and kids perform their Christmas drama. Afterwards we will head to the gym for refreshments.

New Year’s Eve Bash! BRINGING IN 2025 WITH A BANG! Grab your warmest coat! Join us Tuesday, December 31st at 7PM for food (s’mores & cookies), hot cocoa, fun, music and a short devotional. Rain or shine! Then a big fireworks display, weather pending!!

Christmas Eve Services

5:30pm Family-Oriented Candlelight Service
7:30pm Traditional Candlelight Service

NO MIDWEEK MEAL UNTIL JANUARY 8TH.

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 services!

Baptism Sunday is Coming January 12! If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know on your connect card by NEXT SUNDAY!!!! You can also call the office at (570) 275-1511.

Vintage Knolls Visit Our next visit will be January 4th at 2pm. Anyone is welcome to come play bingo with the residents and help with crafts. Text Jen Van Horn at (570) 441-7706 if you are interested in going. Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus to our community.

PRAYER WALK COMING IN JANUARY Couldn’t make our prayer walk on Thursday last time? We are trying something new this year and opening up the prayer walk for several days. Join us as we start the new year in prayer for our church.

Thursday, Jan. 9, 12-8pm
Friday, Jan. 10, 9am-5pm
Saturday, Jan. 11, 8am-12pm

Memorial Poinsettias may be picked up anytime now through Christmas Eve.

Volunteers Needed

10:30 Nurseries
10:30 Jr. Kids Church

We are in need of some big servant hearts to join these teams to allow parents to “spiritually hydrate”. You can specify which team(s) and how often (1x/mo., 1x/6wks.). Safe Church Certification is needed. Contact Katie if you have any questions or are interested in helping! katie@danvillefirstbaptist.org

New Our Daily Bread! Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your new LARGE PRINT devotional for January | February | March.

Updated Directory Coming in January Need to update your contact info? Please write it on your connect card, email us, or call the office by December 31st. The Info Desk has the current address book if you’d like to see what info we have on file. Want to include your cell phone number and email address in the directory, please let us know on your connect card!

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

Stay in Step with FBC Sign up today to receive our e-newsletters! All we need is your name and email!

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 get plugged in!

Sunday, December 15, 2024

Posted on Dec 14, 2024 in Newsletter |

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Orchestra Players Needed Pastor John is looking for instrumentalists to accompany the singing during the services next Sunday and also at the 7:30pm Christmas Eve Service. Rehearsal is Sunday morning (12/22) at 7:15 AM. All the sheet music is on our website: www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/orchestra

The Memorial Poinsettias may be picked up at anytime now through Christmas Eve.

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: Breakfast for Dinner and 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.

Fishnet will be off for a few weeks and will resume meeting January 9th.

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM All are invited to join us for our youth & kids Christmas Program, The Toy Shop next Sunday during the Sunday School hour (9:15am). Afterwards, we will enjoy cookies and drinks down in the gym. Cookies will be needed!! Mark them “kids” and drop off in the kitchen. The Sunday School nursery will NOT be attended during the program.

BRINGING IN 2025 WITH A BANG! Grab your warmest coat! Join us Tuesday, December 31st at 7PM for food (s’mores & cookies), hot cocoa, fun, music and a short devotional. Rain or shine! Then a big fireworks display, weather pending!!

Baptism Sunday is Coming January 12! If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know on your connect card by December 29th!!!! You can also call the office at (570) 275-1511.

New Our Daily Bread! Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your new LARGE PRINT devotional for January | February | March

Volunteers Needed for 10:30 Nurseries & 10:30 Jr. Kids Church. We are in need of some big servant hearts to join these teams to allow parents to “spiritually hydrate”. You can specify which team(s) and how often (1x/mo., 1x/6wks.). Safe Church Certification is needed. Contact Katie if you have any questions or are interested in helping! katie@danvillefirstbaptist.org

Updated Directory Coming in January! Need to update your contact info? Please write it on your connect card, email us, or call the office by Dec. 31st. The Info Desk has the current address book if you’d like to see what info we have on file. If you would like us to include your cell phone number and email address in the directory, please let us know on your connect card!

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

Stay in Step with FBC Sign up today to receive our e-newsletters! All we need is your name and email!

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 get plugged in!

Sunday, December 8, 2024

Posted on Dec 7, 2024 in Newsletter |

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Project Christmas Card Goal: Send 500 Christmas cards to prisoners in the Columbia, Montour, Northumberland and NCSTU Prisons. PLEASE fill out and return them ASAP to the baskets in the main lobby and gym areas! Cards due Sunday (12/8)!!

Memorial Poinsettias Order them in honor or memory of your loved ones. The suggested donation is $8.50. If you are interested, please contact the church office by Sunday (12/8)! They will be available to pick next week!

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: Beef Tacos and 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.

Care & Concern Ministry began in October ‘03 and is a group of some of the biggest hearts around. They make and take meals to those who have had babies, surgery or are going through a tough time. 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.

Christmas Tree of Love Christmas is a time of giving! You will find the Tree of Love in the kitchen foyer by the gym entrance. Each ornament represents a person and a gift request or suggestion. As God leads you, please take an ornament from the tree and return it unwrapped in a Christmas-style gift bag to the church office by Wednesday!. Please keep the ornament with the gift so we can get it to the right person. If you are giving a gift card, please attach the receipt and/or the activation slip with the gift card.

Call for Cookies We will be delivering gifts Friday and caroling Saturday to our shut-ins. We love adding a goody bag of Christmas cookies. If you would like to donate any yummy cookies, please bring them to the kitchen by Thursday. Mark it for shut-ins. We will pack cookies at 4PM.

Looking for Delivery Drivers Wanna rev your engines for a sweet cause? We are looking for drivers to assist us in dropping off Christmas gifts to our sweet home bound church family. Gift pick-up will be this Friday from 9am-4pm in the main foyer. Drivers will be provided with addresses and phone numbers.

Orchestra Players Needed! Need an excuse to dust off that instrument in the closet? Pastor John is looking for instrumentalists to accompany the singing during the services on December 22 and also the 7:30pm Christmas Eve Service. Rehearsal is Sun. morning (12/22) at 7:15 AM. All the sheet music is on our website: www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/orchestra

Caroling SATURDAY, 12/14 @ 2 PM – Do you love caroling and spreading joy? Then join us as we hand out gifts and & sing to some of our dear shut ins and nursing home residents. To sign up, call the church office (570) 275-1511.

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM All are invited to join us for our Youth & kids Christmas Program, The Toy Shop on December 22 during the Sunday School hour (9:15am). Afterwards, we will enjoy cookies and drinks down in the gym. The Sunday School nursery will NOT be attended during the program.

Updated Directory Coming in January Need to update your contact info? Please write it on your connect card, email us, or call the office by Dec. 31st. The Info Desk has the current address book if you’d like to see what info we have on file. If you would like us to include your cell phone number and email address in the directory, please let us know on your connect card!

Christmas Eve Services

5:30 PM Family-Oriented Candlelight Service
7:30 PM Traditional Candlelight Service

New Year’s Eve Bash! BRINGING IN 2025 WITH A BANG! Grab your warmest coat and join us Tuesday, December 31st at 7PM for food (s’mores & cookies), hot cocoa, fun, music and a short devotional. Rain or shine! Then a big fireworks display, weather pending!!

Sunday, December 1, 2024

Posted on Nov 30, 2024 in Newsletter |

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Vintage Knolls Visit Join us this Saturday from 2-4pm. We will be singing and playing Christmas music. If anyone is willing to come and play a song or two, they are welcome to do so. Please contact Jen Van Horn if you plan on coming.

Memorial Poinsettias Order them in honor or memory of your loved ones. The suggested donation is $8.50. If you are interested, please contact the church office at (570) 275-1511 or sign up through our newsletter by Next Sunday! They will be available to pick up on December 15.

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, Salad, and 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.

Project Christmas Card Goal: Send 500 Christmas cards to prisoners in the Columbia, Montour, Northumberland and NCSTU Prisons. All the cards have been taken. PLEASE fill out and return them ASAP to the baskets in the main lobby and gym areas! Cards due by next Sunday!!
Our prison ministry teams will then deliver them to the area prisons.

Christmas Tree of Love Christmas is a time of giving! You will find the Tree of Love in the kitchen foyer by the gym entrance. Each ornament represents a person and a gift request or suggestion. As God leads you, please take an ornament from the tree and return it unwrapped in a Christmas-style gift bag to the church office by December 11. Please keep the ornament with the gift so we can get it to the right person. If you are giving a gift card, please attach the receipt and/or the activation slip with the gift card.

Call for Cookies! We will be delivering gifts Dec. 13th and caroling Dec. 14th to our shut-ins. We love adding a goody bag of Christmas cookies. If you would like to donate any yummy cookies, please bring them to the kitchen by Thursday, December 12. Mark it for shut-ins. We will pack cookies on Thursday at 4PM.

Looking for Delivery Drivers Wanna rev your engines for a sweet cause? We are looking for drivers to assist us in dropping off Christmas gifts to our sweet home bound church family. Gift pick-up will be Friday, December 13th from 9am-4pm in the main foyer. Drivers will be provided with addresses and phone numbers. If interested, contact the church office.

ADVENT DEVOS ARE HERE This devotional features twenty-five passages to help you connect the transforming power of Scripture to all you will experience in your everyday life. May each reading draw you and your family closer to Jesus as you anticipate Christmas Day. Available at the Tract Rack.

Volunteers Needed for Sunday 10:30 Nurseries & 10:30 Jr. Kids Church. We are in need of some big servant hearts to join these teams to allow parents to “spiritually hydrate”. You can specify which team(s) and how often (1x/mo., 1x/6wks.). Safe Church Certification is needed. Contact Katie if you have anyquestions or are interested in helping! katie@danvillefirstbaptist.org.

Blood Drive Monday, Dec. 9 – Stop by the BFLC (gym) from 12:30-5:30pm. Register for a time slot today at www.redcross.org.

Sunday, November 24, 2024

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Thanksgiving Eve Service THIS WEDNESDAY @ 7PM – This service celebrates and gives thanks to God for all He has done for us throughout the year. There will be a time of worship, prayer, thanksgiving & devotion. You are welcome to bring visiting family & friends, as well! We hope to see you there. NO WEDNESDAY MEAL THIS WEEK!

Last Call for School Supplies! We are in need of new school supplies for the upcoming trip to Honduras in December. We are also asking for NEW, SMALL stuffed animals (no bigger than a Beanie Baby) to hand out during the kids’ ministry time. Collection basket is in the main lobby through December 1st. Here is a list of items we are looking for:
* Pens (blue or black ink)
* 8 1/2×11 Notebooks
* Crayons (24/box)
* Rectangle or Square Erasers
* Pencils
* Pencil Sharpeners

Care & Concern Ministry began in October ‘03 and is a group of some of the biggest hearts around. They make and take meals to those who have had babies, surgery or are going through a tough time. This ministry has lifted the hearts of many as the love of Christ is shared in a practical & much needed way. Circle “C” if you would like to be on our call list & write the contact number you’d prefer on your connect card.

The Barnabas Basket is our monthly food collection. All donations are given to the Danville Food Bank. The basket is located in the main foyer the first Sunday of each month. Decembers Need: Soup. They’re looking for volunteers to help distribute food the 2nd Sat. of every month.

Vintage Knolls Visit Our next visit will be Saturday, December 7th from 2-4pm. We will be singing and playing Christmas music. If anyone is willing to come and play a song or two, they are welcome to do so. Please contact Jen Van Horn if you plan on coming. Help us spread Christmas joy to the residents!

Project Christmas Card Goal: Send 500 Christmas cards to prisoners in the Columbia, Montour, Northumberland and NCSTU Prisons. We have cards specifically made for this project which are available in the lobby. Info cards will direct you in how best to fill out the card. Take an Info Card and as many cards as you like and return them to the baskets in the main lobby by December 8. Our prison ministry teams will deliver them to the prisons.

Christmas Tree of Love Christmas is a time of giving! You will find the Tree of Love in the kitchen foyer by the gym entrance. Each ornament represents a person and a gift request or suggestion. As God leads you, please take an ornament from the tree and return it unwrapped in a Christmas-style gift bag to the church office by December 11. Please keep the ornament with the gift so we can get it to the right person. If you are giving a gift card, please attach the receipt and/or the activation slip with the gift card.

Call for Cookies! We will be delivering gifts and caroling to our shut-ins December 13 & 14 and giving them each a goody bag of Christmas cookies. If you would like to donate any yummy cookies, please bring them to the kitchen by Thursday, December 12. Mark it for shut-ins.

Memorial Poinsettias Order them in honor or memory of your loved ones. The suggested donation is $8.50. If you are interested, please contact the church office at (570) 275-1511 or sign up through our newsletter by December 8. They will be available to pick up on December 15.

Christmas Choir Rehearsals begin tomorrow night at 7:15pm in the sanctuary. Choir will sing December 15th at both services. Contact Pastor John if interested. pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org

Looking for Delivery Drivers Wanna rev your engines for a sweet cause? We are looking for drivers to assist us in dropping off Christmas gifts to our sweet home bound church family. Gift pick-up will be Friday, December 13th from 9am-4pm in the main foyer. Drivers will be provided with addresses and phone numbers. If interested, call the office at (570) 275-1511.

New Devotionals! Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your Our Daily Bread, Keys for Kids & Unlocked (teens) for December | January | February

Orchestra Players Needed! Need an excuse to dust off that instrument in the closet? Pastor John is looking for instrumentalists to accompany the singing during the 8:00 & 10:30 Christmas services on December 22. Rehearsal is that morning at 7:15 AM. All the sheet music is on our website: www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/orchestra