Sunday, October 6, 2024

ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
Tacos with the Team FOR NEW ATTENDERS!! TODAY after the 10:30am service Meet the pastors & staff during a free lunch in the gym.
 
Dessert Reception Tonight: 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 ministered to our missionaries, Jonathan & Melissa Ward. Dessert donations greatly appreciated!
 
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: Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Coleslaw 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.
 
The Elective Sunday School Class will be restarting Paul David Tripps’ book, “Do You Believe?” today in Room 230. Next week they will resume meeting in Room 102.
 
Red Cross Blood Drive will be here Monday (10/7) from 12:30-5:30pm in the gym. Sign up for a time slot at redcross.org.
 
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.
 
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.
 
Project Love Sunday (10/6) is the last day to register!
  • Saturday—Day of Service in the community. Paper sign-ups in lobby & gym for those without a computer. Or visit Facebook-“Project Love-Danville, PA” or www.projectlovedanvillepa.com
  • Sunday—Night of Worship here at the church.
 
Brief Special Business Meeting Sunday, October 20 immediately following the 8AM service. We’ll be voting on the following 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.
 
Fall Fest Events & Activities – October 26 12-3PM – Live Music | Hayrides | Apple Slinging | Hot Dogs & Hamburgers | Cotton Candy | Hot Apple Cider & Hot Cocoa | Crafts | Apple Dumplings | Popcorn | Toddler Area | Glow Experience….AND MORE!! And its FREE!! How Can I Help? Station sign-ups are in main foyer. We are so excited to reach our community for Christ in this capacity, so many thanks in advance! Questions? Call the office at (570) 275-1511.
 
COMMUNITY PRAYER WALK Sun. Oct. 20 after the 10:30 service – All are invited to join us in praying for our community of Danville as we walk around town. What a great opportunity to come together and pray for our family, friends, neighbors and local businesses. We will meet at the Canal St. amphitheater by Beiter’s. Please wear comfortable shoes. In case of rain, we will drive.
 
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.
 
HONDURAS SUPPORT LETTERS Stop by the table under the mission map in the Main Lobby to pick up a copy of the Honduras team’s support letter! Prayerfully consider how you can help!!
 
College Ministry Opportunity! Here is a way for us as a church to show our college students our love and support. We are collecting items that will be sent out at the end of October. You can donate items such as snacks, candy and stationery. For a complete list, please see the table in the lobby or the Welcome Table in the gym! Donation Box is by the kitchen. We reset our list every semester. If you would like your student to receive a package, please submit their information, even if it’s the same. We will be packing the boxes on Monday the 28th at 6pm in the gym! Monetary donations are also greatly appreciated to help cover the cost of shipping. Designate “College Ministry” & place in offering.
  • Student info Due: Oct. 20
  • Donations Due: Oct. 27
  • Packing Boxes: Oct. 28