Sunday, January 21, 2024

ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
Sanctity of Life Sunday All adult classes will be meeting in the gym as we hear from Linda Harris of the Corner of Hope Pregnancy Care Center, Shamokin. Please join us for this special presentation.
 
Game Night! This Friday 6PM. Bring your favorite board games and snacks to the BFLC for a night of fun, laughs and community LIFE! There is something for everyone! UNO you want to come. You won’t be SORRY.
 
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: Stuffed Shells & 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.
 
2023 Giving Reports will be mailed out this month for tax purposes. Prefer to have it emailed to you? Contact the church office.
 
Did You Know?? You can check to see if your Child Clearances are up to date or will soon need to renewed. An updated list is posted in the Sunday School office across from the chapel.
 
FBC Connect is Coming! 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 is a 3-part class and will take place on Feb. 18, 25 & Mar. 3 in the Conference Room (across from the church office) during the Sunday School hour.
 
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.
 
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!
 
Annual Business Meeting This Saturday @ 9AM. YES! There will be breakfast! Join us for sausage, egg and cheese sandwiches, breakfast potatoes and fresh cinnamon buns. Sign up TODAY on your connect card or in your Sunday School class and note how many will be attending. The meeting will take place once everyone has gotten their food. We encourage your attendance as there will be important matters of discussion. Please pick up your copy of the proposed Constitution revisions & the Annual Report in the Main Lobby and on the Welcome Table in the gym. We will be voting on:
  • newly nominated Board & Committee members
  • transferring money from Haiti missions to Short Term missions
  • proposed budgets for 2024
  • proposed revisions to the Constitution re: business meetings
 
Project: Surprise Valentine! Grab an envelope at the Welcome Desk and/or Welcome Table for a homebound individual or couple to love on for Valentine’s Day! Send them notes, cards, homemade drawings, or any special idea you come up with. 
 
Bells of Joy are Back! Handbell choir is starting up again for the spring. Now is a great time to check it out! Rehearsals are Mondays from 6-7:15pm in the Bell Room. Note: you need to be able to read music.
 
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.
 
Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference February 9-11, 2024 in Hershey, PA 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. Whether you’re sending up an SOS for marital rescue or looking to foster an already flourishing connection, Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and
staying, one. Interested in attending? Let the office know! Office will then register the couples.
Cost of Event: $175 per couple
Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/
 
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 both of our Sunday services!
 
Wanted: Basketball Coordinator We would like to continue to host this men’s group, but need someone willing to take charge of organizing games. Please contact the church office at (570) 275-1511 if interested.
 
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)