Weekly Announcements - First Baptist Church Danville, PA

Sunday, September 29, 2024

Posted on Sep 28, 2024 in Newsletter |

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Church Potluck Sunday @ 12pm in Gym – Dr. David Whitaker, President of Venture Church Network is our guest speaker today. All are invited to attend a potluck following the 10:30am service where we will be hearing more from Dr. Whitaker.

MEN’S RETREAT is October 11-13, 2024 at Camp Orchard Hill. LAST DAY TO REGISTER IS SUNDAY (9/29)! www.camporchardhill.com/mens-retreat/

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 Quesadillas 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.

Red Cross Blood Drive will be here Monday, October 7th, in the BFLC (gym) from 12:30-5:30pm. Register online at redcross.org.

Men’s Basketball Guys 18 & up are invited to play a few pickup games Sunday evenings from 5-7pm in the gym. For questions or more information, contact Rawle Clarke.

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 interested in participating.

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.

Dessert Reception Sunday, Oct. 6 @ 6PM – We will be hearing from our team that went to Word of Life, Canada, in June. All are invited to join us for ice cream sundaes in the gym as we hear how the team was able to minister to our missionaries, Jonathan & Melissa Ward. Dessert donations greatly appreciated!

Tacos with the Team FOR NEW ATTENDERS!! Sunday, October 6 after the 10:30am service. Meet the pastors & staff. Sign up in lobby or gym areas or on your Sunday School clipboards!

NEW OPPORTUNITY! Join the Elective Sunday School Class as they journey through Paul David Tripp’s book, “Do You Believe?”. If you missed it the first time, don’t worry! The class is restarting the book on October 6th, giving you a chance to participate. The first class will meet in Room 230 (above the offices) at 9:15am.

Brief Special Business Meeting Sunday, October 20 Immediately following the 8AM service We’ll be voting on new member candidates
recommended by our Board of Deacons.

Candy Collection & Help for Trunk-or-Treat The Danville Primary School will be hosting their 4th Annual Trunk-or-Treat event on Tuesday, Oct. 22 from 5-7pm and FBC will have a trunk present! Rain date is Wed., Oct. 23. Here are a few ways you can help:

Pray for safety & that the gospel would reach searching hearts.
Candy donations! Donation bins are located in main foyer and gym.
Help with the event! Call the office if you want to get in on the fun!
Pack treat bags on Thursday, Oct. 17 @ 9AM in the gym.

Project Love Paper sign-ups in lobby & gym for those without a computer. Facebook-“Project Love-Danville, PA” or www.projectlovedanvillepa.com

Oct. 12—Day of Service in the community
Oct. 13—Night of Worship here at the church.

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

Bells of Joy are Back! Handbell choir is starting up for the Fall. Now is a great time to check it out! The first rehearsal will be Monday, Oct. 14 from 6-7:15pm in the Bell Room. Note: you need to be able to read music.

Donuts with the Deacons Sunday, Oct. 6 9-9:20 & 10:10-10:30 in the gym. Meet your mini-flock deacon! A Mini Flock is like a small family within the larger church family. Each family is assigned a deacon alphabetically by last name. Your Mini Flock Deacon is another way you are guided and supported by your church family here at FBC.

Save the Date!! Fall Fest is happening Saturday, October 26 12-3PM.