Sunday, January 8, 2023
Posted on Jan 7, 2023 in Newsletter |
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Family Meal Wednesday
Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family
Sign Up by Tomorrow: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office
Menu: Chicken Crescent Ring, Applesauce & 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.
Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family
Sign Up by Tomorrow: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office
Menu: Chicken Crescent Ring, Applesauce & 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.
2022 Giving Reports will be mailed out in January for tax purposes. Prefer to have it emailed to you? Contact the church office.
Fishnet Meeting This Week! 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.
Save the date! The next FBC Connect series of classes will begin in February for anyone interested in membership or just interested in seeing what we are all about. More info to come.
Combined Sunday Schools
- TODAY —Donna Outt and Pastor Luke will be sharing about their respective trips this past year with Joni & Friends. Please join us in the gym!
- 1/22—Sanctity of Human Life Sunday – Shauna from Expectations Women’s Center will be sharing with us.
Missionary Dessert Receptions Coming Up
- 1/15 @ 6pm—One of our homegrown missionaries
- 1/29 @ 6pm—Lukas Grudda with World Venture
Game Night – Join us in the gym this Friday night @ 6PM for a game night!! Bring your favorite board game(s) and a snack to share.
Upcoming Ladies Bible Study! In View of God’s Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans by Courtney Doctor – In View of God’s Mercies video Bible study reveals the beautiful truth about salvation. In this 9-session study on the book of Romans, Courtney Doctor will walk you through Paul’s powerful letters to see the glorious grace and transforming work of the gospel. Understand how the gospel changes your eternal future and present reality when you learn to rest in God’s presence and grace. Tues. 9AM begins 1/17 | Wed. 6PM begins 1/18. Nursery Available | Childcare Program Tues AM only. Workbooks are available for pickup (suggested donation of $20). Wednesday ZOOM also available. Sign up today in the main lobby or contact the church office!
Devoted’s New Study – What if one word could change everything for your marriage? According to best-selling author Gary Thomas, it can – and that word is “cherish”! Drawing from decades of experience with couples, he believes that when you and your spouse choose to notice, appreciate, honor, and encourage one another it will bring hope, light, and life into your relationship. All are welcome to attend. Join Pastor John & Shelly Messner in the sanctuary. Starting next Wednesday, Jan 11th @ 6pm
Cleaning Position Opening – We are seeking a part time sexton responsible for cleaning the church. Must be willing to work at least 20 hours/week. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Buddy Yarger (570) 275-1511 or byarger@danvillefirstbaptist.org.
January 2023 Edition of By-Laws & Constitution – Grab your copy at the Welcome Desk in the main lobby and Welcome Table in the gym.
Annual Business Meeting – Saturday, January 28 @ 9AM – YES! There will be breakfast! Join us for sausage, egg and cheese sandwiches, breakfast potatoes and fresh cinnamon buns. Sign up on your connect card or in your Sunday School class and note how many will be attending with you. The meeting will take place in the gym once everyone has gotten their food. We encourage your attendance as there will be many important matters of discussion. We’ll be covering the following:
- Voting on newly nominated Board & Committee members
- Voting on Constitution revisions, budget & reports
- Voting on a Trustee recommendation regarding the furnace
Informational Directory Now Available You do not have to be a member to grab a copy of contact information on your church family! Available at the table in the main lobby and Welcome table in the gym.
Men’s Open Gym – Senior High guys and older meet for a game of basketball or two, Mondays from 7-9pm. Questions? Contact group point-person, Tony Zaklama.
Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference – February 10-12, 2023 Hershey, PA – Marriage is a lifelong adventure of growing together through
every age and stage of life. The happiest couples are those who commit to learning skills that help them weather difficult seasons and deal confidently with relationship challenges. It’s your turn to make a great marriage happen. Interested in attending? Contact the church office.
Cost of Event: $175 per couple
Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/
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