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Latest News & Worship Information

   January 26-Feb. 2
Scripture this week: Nehemiah 8:1-10

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Upcoming at FBC: 

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SUNDAY, January 26
Small Groups for Children & Adults @ 8:45 am
Coffee & Conversation in Barker Hall @ 9:45 am
Worship @ 10 am
Coffee & Conversation in Barker Hall @ 11 AM
Small Groups for Adults: Pathfinders & Koinonia @ 11:15 AM
Childcare available during classes – please contact Nathan Jennings if needed.
Zoom Bible Study @ 6:00 pm Nehemiah 8:1-10 (Zoom)

MONDAY, January 27
Fiber Arts Grp @ 6:00 pm

WEDNESDAY, January 29
Homework & Quiet Time @ 3:30 pm
LOGOS @ 4:15 pm LEGO Night
Vespers Service @ 5:15 pm
Adults Small Groups @ 5:40 pm

SATURDAY, February 1
Ruth Schapmire Visitation @ 10:00 am
Ruth Schapmire Celebration of Life Service @ 11:00 am
Ruth Schapmire committal service and luncheon @ 12:00 pm

SUNDAY, February 2
Small Groups for Children & Adults @ 8:45 am
Coffee & Conversation in Barker Hall @ 9:45 am
Worship @ 10 am
Quarterly Business Meeting @ 11:15 am
Coffee & Conversation in Barker Hall @ 11 AM
Small Groups for Adults: Pathfinders & Koinonia @ 11:15 AM
Childcare available during classes – please contact Nathan Jennings if needed.
Zoom Bible Study @ 6:00 pm
Jeremiah 1:4-10   (Zoom)

Ministry & Events: 

Celebration of Life- Ruth Schapmire Sat. Feb. 1 
Ruth Schapmire, faithful member of the First Baptist Church family for many years, passed last week at the age of 98.  A Celebration of Life service will be held here on Saturday, February 1st at 11am.  There will be a visitation from 10-11am, and a luncheon following the service.   A committal service will be held at a family cemetery at 2pm.  Please keep Betty Hope and her family in prayer.  

Quarterly Business Meeting Feb. 2, After Worship service
Please plan on attending the quarterly business meeting following Worship. This is an opportunity for both the Board and Congregation to exchange information.  If you prefer to write your comments or suggestions instead, there is a suggestion box in the Narthex to deposit them prior to the meeting. Access Dec. 8, 2024 Business Meeting minutes

Souper Bowl Cookoff Feb 9 @ 12:00 pm
Our Bowl game is HOT! The Souper Bowl Cook-Off is Sunday, February 9th at Noon! You can compete by bringing a favorite soup to serve and/or a desert to auction off! This is open to all so please sign up at the LOGOS board or emailing Michelle If cooking isn’t your thing, please come to eat!!
Prior to the Souper Bowl Cookoff, we will have board games playing cards available in Barker Hall.  We do not have judges for this competition but judge the soups on the number of votes they receive. One vote is $1! This competition can be bought! Following the soup competition there will be a dessert auction! There is also an option of getting a take-out supply of soup and a dessert! Please email or call the church office to sign up for take-out! All proceeds go to the Youth Trips!

2025 July Biennial Mission Summit
What is the Biennial Mission Summit? It is the national gathering of American Baptists from across the US and Puerto Rico held every two years. After being on each coast, this year’s summit is back in the Midwest in Omaha NE from July 3rd – 6th. It is at events like this that the diversity within our denomination can really be appreciated among the Pastors, leaders, and church members in attendance. Activities include large worship services, small group workshops and sessions, an exhibit hall, and business pertaining to American Baptists. Click here to learn more

Through The Bible Spending Time with Jesus 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 here to learn more

 

 

 

 

Supporting the Ministry Together: 

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IN THE COMMUNITY

    • Night in a Car Feb 7
      The Agape campus ministry will be participating in Night in a Car on Feb. 7.  If you’d like to contribute to this fundraiser, please let Phil G. know! Contact Phil Grizzard or at (309)750-7925

Contact Us: 

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
LOGOS Director: Michelle@fbcblm.org/618-303-3630
Vespers Coordinator & Praise Team Leader: Allison@fbcblm.org/309-846-0403