December 7-14
Upcoming at FBC:
Remember — To make sure your event is added to the eLink calendar, please make sure dates and times are sent to the office no later than Wednesday of each week
SUNDAY, December 7
9:15 am Bell Rehearsal
9:45 am Coffee & Conversation
10:00 am Worship Service
11:00 am Coffee & Conversation
11:15 am Quarterly Business Mtg.
5:00 pm Zoom Bible Study Zoom
MONDAY, December 8
7:00 pm Facilities Mtg
WEDNESDAY, December 10
4:30-5:00 pm LOGOS arrival
5:00 pm Adult Small Groups
6:00 pm Vespers Service
6:15 pm Shared Meal
THURSDAY, December 11
7:00 pm Board Mtg
SUNDAY, December 14
9:15 am Choir Rehearsal
9:45 am Coffee & Conversation
10:00 am Worship Service
11:00 am Coffee & Conversation
3:00 pm Caroling with Koinonia
5:00 pm Zoom Bible Study Zoom
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- Click here to access the December 7 Bulletin
Ministry & Events
Quarterly Business Meeting Dec. 7 After Worship Service
The quarterly business meeting will be held immediately following the morning service on Dec. 7. We have many important pieces of information to share with you and your participation is needed and welcome. For your convenience we have a place to submit questions, comments, or suggestions prior to the meeting. On the table in the Narthex is a small black box where you can deposit your thoughts. We look forward to seeing and hearing from you on the 7th
Click here to access the Aug Congregational meeting minutes
Hastings’ Holiday Open House Sunday Dec. 7 @ 2:00-6:00 pm
Pastor Brian and Gabrielle are hosting a holiday open house from 2:00-6:00pm Sunday, Dec. 7, at their home. Stop by for cookies and hot cider!
Christmas Trivia Night Sat. Dec. 13th from 6pm-8pm
Get your team of 6 people or Less ready for some fun! You can sign up on the sign-up Genius Link located on the church Facebook page or on the table in the Narthex. Bring friends or invite your friends you know enjoy Trivia to bring their own team. Bring snacks for your table or to share with everyone. Drinks will be provided. If you have questions, contact Joyce Benton at (309) 824-3168
Caroling with Koinonia Sunday Dec. 14 @ 3:00 pm
The Koinonia Class is hosting Christmas Caroling for some members of our congregation who are unable to attend worship services. The Logos youth are encouraged to come and share the carols they have learned in Logos worship skills.
Anyone interested may meet at the church at 3:00 to carpool to the various member’s homes. Following the caroling we will meet at Monical’s Pizza on Veterans, by Jewel, to fellowship together.
Please RSVP to Gretchen Clemmons by calling 309-445-0689 or the church office.
Christmas Eve Service Wed. Dec 24 @ 5:30 pm ** 5:15 pm prelude starts **
Come join us for a Christmas Eve service for all ages; starting at 5:30pm with prelude music beginning at 5:15 pm. This year’s theme is: Hope in the Darkness, tracing God’s goodness to us throughout our lives and the sweep of Scripture, celebrated in music, scripture, and the sharing of Communion.
The service will conclude with a candlelight singing of ‘Silent Night’ and the invitation to stay after for a punch and cookie reception.
Winter Weather Reminders
As we are well and truly getting into the winter season, a quick reminder about snow and church events.
For Sunday Morning: If the roads and parking lot are drivable, we will strive to have Sunday morning services – but please stay home if you do not feel comfortable with driving or are concerned about potentially slippery roads or sidewalks. Unless we are completely snowed in, the service will be streamed on YouTube at 10 am. If we need to cancel the service, we will announce it by 7:30 am that morning on our website and Facebook page .
Through the Bible in 2025
The reading schedule is adapted for 2025 from one created by Bob Rognlien*, and is meant to be part of a slow, prayerful devotional every Monday through Saturday. With a daily reading of around 10-15 verses at a time, it is paced to give space to reflect on Jesus’ words and actions and how they connect to our lives today. Click hereto learn more
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Office Hours —
Mon. -Thurs.– 9 am -1:30 pm.; Fri: 9 am – 11 am
Office Phone – (309)-662-4253
Church Office: Secretary@fbcblm.org/ 309-662-4253
Pastor Brian: Brian@fbcblm.org/920-924-6857
Director of Children and Youth Ministries: Michelle@fbcblm.org/618-303-3630
Vespers Coordinator & Praise Team Leader: Allison@fbcblm.org/309-846-0403
