Sunday, May 26, 2024

ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
Promotion Sunday This Sunday! @ 9:15am – Join us in the sanctuary for a short program as we celebrate the end of the school year! We’ll be presenting Bibles to new 1st graders (current Kindergarteners), devotions to our new 4th graders (current 3rd graders), and acknowledging our 6th & 8th graders move to Middle & High School. We’ll also be thanking our teachers for their tireless work throughout the year. New classes will begin on Sunday, June 2nd. Adult classes are invited to attend! 
 
Special Memorial Opportunities Memorial Sunday, there will be a special collection opportunity that will benefit the Montour County Veterans Assistance Fund. This fund assists local veterans in our area who have fallen on hard times. 
 
Memorial Monday Service:  
  • 10AM – Bridge Ceremony in Danville
  • Parade to Memorial Park
  • 11AM – Memorial Park Ceremony – Bring a chair
 
Communion Sunday for the month of June will be in 2 weeks on June 9th!
 
College Students Did you know there is a Sunday Bible School class for you?  Our Disciplemaker missionary, Jared Knorr, leads this class as they discuss topics of theology.  They meet in Room 228 (2nd floor above the office).  
 
Ladies Walking Group This group is open to women of all ages and walking abilities.  Come, lace up your walking shoes and connect with others while enjoying the beauty of God’s creation with every step. They meet this Thursday at 6:30pm in the gym.  
 
Breakfast Sweets Needed Our Sunday morning Coffee Hour team would be grateful for any homemade or store-bought breakfast foods. Please drop off in the kitchen before 9am. Many heartfelt thanks! Wanna join the team? Talk to one of our team members. They will walk you through what you need to know! A HUGE Thank You for the donations we’ve received!!
 
More Home Groups Needed We are currently looking for facilitators and host homes! If you would like info or to sign up, call the office or check out www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/home-groups-faq.
 
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 as well. Come on over!
 
VBS Paint Party on Wed @ 5:30pm in gym – Join us in the gym as we prepare for our Great Jungle Journey.  Whether you’re a seasoned painter or a novice eager to learn, your help will be invaluable in bringing the vibrant jungle to life for our kids. Let’s get ready to transform our space into a tropical paradise.
 
LADIES SUMMER BIBLE STUDY Begins Wednesday @ 6:30pm in Room 230 – This 5 week study on prayer will be video driven. You will learn that God welcomes your praise and lament, your thanksgiving and intercession. Sign up in the Main Lobby. 
 
Church Picnic NEXT SUNDAY!!  JUNE 2, 12PM @ Mountain View Bible Camp – There will be food, fellowship, a chance to meet your deacon, games and new this year…swimming! Contact the office for assistance in signing up!
 
FBC Summer Reading Program! Our Library is welcoming kids from Kindergarten to 6th grade to take part in our Bible Reading Challenge! Stop in to pick up your card and earn a prize once you have finished! A parent/guardian signature is required on your completed card for prize eligibility. Cards are due by August 11th! Happy reading!!
 
May is Foster Care Awareness Month We are collecting various items for Dwell to put in the care bags that go to foster children. Collection bins will be in the main lobby and gym areas. Donations due June 9th! Here is a list of what they are looking for
  • New hand & regular lotion, full size
  • New water bottles or tumblers of any kind
  • New LEGO sets for all ages 
 
The Barnabas Basket is a monthly food collection that takes place on the first Sunday of the month. All donations are given to the Danville Food Bank. The basket will be located in the main foyer. June’s need is Canned Fruit.
 
Blood Drive—Monday June 3, 12:30-5:30pm in the gym – Register for a time slot today at www.redcross.org.  
 
VBS Team Sign-ups are in the Main Foyer!! VBS is happening July 8-12 | 6-8:30PM. Make sure you are up-to date with your clearances at
danvillefirstbaptist.org/safe-church Go to our website to complete the annual Safe Church Training videos and fill out the corresponding form. 
Kiddo Registration begins June 1st!
 
“God, Our Refuge” Ladies Retreat Weekend – Sept 13-15, 2024 | Linck Hill Inn – Ladies 18+ are invited to a great weekend of Bible study (diving into the Psalms), games, food, service project, building relationships and creating new ones, and much more.  A $25 deposit will 
secure your spot.  More info and signups in lobby.
 
MEN’S BASKETBALL Guys 18 & up are welcome to come and play a pickup game or two. They play Sundays from 5-7pm. Contact Rawle Clarke for more info. 
 
Summer Campground Ministry Begins Sunday (5/26)! Join our own Terry Davis and Mark Acker and the Shamokin Area Christian Laymen Association as they share the good news each Sunday! 
  • 9am – Knoebel’s: Across from campground registration desk *Bring chairs!
  • 10:30am – J&D Campground: Multi-purpose building *Seating provided