eLink and bulletin for Aug. 2- 9
Upcoming at FBC
SUNDAY, July 26
9:45 am Coffee & Conversation
10:00 am Worship Service
11:00 am Coffee & Conversation
11:15 am Newcomers Luncheon
5:00 pm Safe Harbor
6:00 pm Online Bible Study
MONDAY, July 27
6:00 pm Fiber Arts Grp.
WEDNESDAY, July 29
No Vespers –will meet again on August 12
6:00 pm Small Group Narnia Class Meeting
SUNDAY, August 2 VBS Day 1
9:45 am Coffee & Conversation
10:00 am Worship Service
11:00 am Coffee & Conversation
11:15 am Quarterly Business Meeting
4:15 pm VBS
6:00 pm Online Bible Study
MONDAY, August 3 VBS Day 2
4:15 pm VBS
TUESDAY, August 4 VBS Day 3
4:15 pm VBS
6:30 pm Spiritual Formation Meeting
WEDNESDAY, August 5 VBS Day 4
4:15 pm VBS
NO Vespers *Will meet again on August 12
THURSDAY, August 6 VBS Day 6
4:15 pm VBS
SUNDAY, August 9
9:45 am Coffee & Conversation
10:00 am Worship Service
11:00 am Coffee & Conversation
11:15 am Small Groups for Adults: Pathfinders, Koinonia, Narnia, Building Relationships
6:00 pm Online Bible Study
Ministry & Events
No Sunday classes on July 26 Or August 2
No Small Group Sunday morning classes will meet on August 2 due to the quarterly meeting. All classes will resume Aug. 9
Quarterly Business Meeting Sunday August 2 after Worship
Join us on Sunday, August 2, immediately following the worship service in attending the quarterly business meeting following Worship on August 2nd. Your attendance is appreciated at this opportunity for both the Board and Congregation to exchange information.
A comments box is in the Narthex if you prefer to write your comment or suggestion prior to the meeting.
Reminder Vacation Bible School is almost here!
Saddle up and join us August 2–6, 4:30–7:00 PM for our Western-themed VBS, “We Are Called,“ at First Baptist Church Bloomington!
Children ages 3 (potty trained) through 5th grade are invited for a fun-filled week of Bible stories, crafts, skits, games, snacks, and free dinner as we discover the trail God has called us to ride.
Check-in opens 15 minutes before VBS begins each evening. There is no cost to attend, though donations to support youth ministry are always appreciated.
We can’t wait to see you there!
Please register your youth here: myvbs.org/firstbaptistchurchbloomingtonil
**If you have not been called by us to help in VBS, but God is calling you to do so, please contact me. We’d love to have you! Those who have completed 6th grade and on up through adulthood are welcome to volunteer and lead at VBS!
Building Relationships for God’s Mission
The Connecting the Community Committee will be hosting a 4-week program after worship for everyone in the congregation August 9, 16, 23 and 30. We will discuss how we can better connect with each other within the church and how to expand those connections outside the church walls. Plan to sign up in July even if you can’t make all the sessions.
We’re Hiring a Praise Team Leader
Do you know someone with musical talent, leadership skills, and a heart for worship? First Baptist Church is seeking a part-time Praise Team Leader. Please help us share this opportunity within your networks and throughout our community. If you are on Facebook, it can be as easy as liking and sharing the post from the church’s facebook page.
For more information or a complete job description, details are on our website, or contact us by email at HR@fbcblm.org.
Through the Bible in 2026 –The Bible Project
Come share in a journey to better understand the books of scripture and how they fit together into one story using fantastic resources from BibleProject. We will be featuring two short videos per week that will bring us through the whole of scripture and key concepts in a year. Resources from www.bibleproject.com
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FBC
Contact Us
Office Hours —
Mon. -Thurs.– 9 am -1:30 pm.; Fri: 9 am – 11am
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
