Welcome
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New to First Baptist?
Dear newcomers,
We extend a warm and heartfelt welcome to our church family! Here at FBC there are plenty of ways to get involved. We encourage you to join us for worship on Sundays at 11:00 a.m. Bible Study for all ages begins at 9:45 a.m. Youth Group for grades 6-12, Children's Ministry ages 4-11, nursery available for ages birth to 3 years during both Bible study and worship time.
On the fourth Sunday of the month, children ages 4-11 stay in worship for "Parenting in the Pew", based on the book, Parenting in the Pew: Guiding Your Children into the Joy of Worship.
On fifth Sundays we have a Church-wide fellowship with either a breakfast or coffee and donuts, in place of Bible Study in our Wayland Fellowship Hall. Please join us!
We would love for you to fill out a visitor card located in the back of pew in front of you, and bring it to the Sanctuary entrance at the end of service and receive a gift which includes information about upcoming events.
Blessings,
First Baptist Staff
Honoring our Heritage, Fulfilling Our Future
Capital Campaign
Children's Ministry
Jamie Higginbotham, Children's Director
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Here at First Baptist, our Children's Ministry is "First Kids!" The children attend Sunday School at 9:45 a.m. on Sundays, and during worship, Ms. Jamie has a Children's Message, then the kids are dismissed to Children's Church. On the 4th Sunday of the month, children remain in the Sanctuary for "Parenting in the Pew", you can learn more about this program by reading the book "Parenting in the Pew: Guiding Your Children into the Joy of Worship", by Robbie Castleman. First Kids meet on Sunday evenings from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Pick up and Drop off is at the Portico entrance.
Special Event: PARENTS' NIGHT OUT Saturday, February 14, 2026 from 6-9 p.m. Children ages 4-11 are invited to join us for a movie, "David," dinner, snacks, and games, Please call Jamie or the office to register your child for this event no later than 5 p.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Intergenerational Mission Projects once a month on Sunday evenings.
This is a church wide event!
The first project will be Sunday, February 15 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. We will be making placemats for our St. Paul's Crisis Ministry February Meal. Adults are encouraged to join in these projects first to serve and second to get to know our children and youth better. Let's grow our missions outreach and relationships together!!
Other dates are March 15 - Blessing Bags, April 12 - Baskets for and delivery to our Community Helpers, and May 17 - Party at Ebenezer Children's Home. Contact Jamie or Patricia if you have any questions.
Jesus was a true trailblazer—not just for his time, but for all time! Jesus' teachings and way of life often went against the grain of what people expected, showing us a whole new way to live and love. While blazing new trails, Jesus never wavered from the path of following God, and he paved the way for us to follow his lead. In this 4-week series, kids will learn to trust Jesus even when it’s not easy, show others the way to God, let God’s love take the lead, and pray the way Jesus prayed.
NURSERY VOLUNTEERS
Nursery Volunteers Needed! If you are willing and able, please sign-up for one or two spots every 3 months. This would ensure that our nursery is covered, you get to play with some adorable little humans, and enjoy the company of our Ms. Racheal! Just click the button below. Thank you!
First Baptist Youth
Reverend Patricia Turner
Associate Pastor
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February is here. February 8 is a big day for many with the Superbowl game. Our youth will celebrate with a party at 5:30 p.m at the Youngs house. Youth and Parents/Families are asked to bring an appetizer or a dessert and a 2 liter drink. Before we fellowship and socialize together over a game, our youth will be collecting money after worship for our SOUPER Bowl of Caring Sunday. This mission's money will help feed those in our community who do not have food daily and get to celebrate as we are privileged to do. As the youth stand at the doors after worship or when you attend lunch please support the St. Paul's Crisis Ministry meals so others receive a good meal.
Also beginning in February once a month the youth and children will begin a monthly Intergenerational Mission Project. See the announcement in the Scope and please join our children and youth as we serve and fellowship together. Participating in these projects helps youth and children see the importance of serving others but also lets you build meaningful relationships with our youth and children. February 15 will be the first project from 5:30 -6:30 p.m. in the Wayland Hall.
As always please continue to pray for all our youth daily. As you see them please ask them about their lives and offer encouragement and support. They need trusted adults in their lives who they can always talk to and ask for support and prayers.
Blessings,
Patricia
Forever Young
We have had a great year traveling and fellowshipping together. As we look forward to a new year please send any suggestions for Forever Young activities to Patricia so plans can be made for 2026. Merry Christmas to all the Forever Young participants!! Patricia
Just some of the participants of Forever Young, pictured from one of our outings!
Left to right: Karen Newman, Tammy Prevette, Wilma Lovette, honorary member William Prevette, Lynn Day, Debra Kilpatrick, Hope Coffey, Kim Sharp, Georgia Zamora, Annette Battle, and Rev. Patricia Turner.