Sunday, November 19, 2017

Thank You for Sharing! Veterans’ pictures can be picked up at the Info Desk
 
Make a Difference! Do you wish you could share the gospel easily and naturally? Then you won’t want to miss the Make a Difference training seminar at Bloomsburg Christian Church on Saturday 12/9 from 9am to 2pm. Lunch will be provided. A Love Offering will be taken.  Reserve your seat today by calling (570) 784-3740.
 
Lost & Found will be located in the BFLC (gym) today through next weekend. Please pick up your lost treasures ASAP! Any items leftover will be donated to the Salvation Army on November 19th.
 

NO Midweek Meal: Wednesday, 11/22 – Please join us for our Thanksgiving Eve Service at 7:00PM.

Weather Cancellations If you are ever wondering if a service, class or study has been cancelled due to bad weather, here’s where you can find your answers:

  • Our website: www.danvillefirstbaptist.org
  • Radio Stations WPGM (96.7 FM & 1570 AM) and WGRC (107.7 FM, 91.3 FM, 90.7 FM & 107.1 FM) will be notified
  • Danville School Decisions – If Danville Schools are dismissed early or cancelled on a Wednesday, then our Wednesday evening Family Dinner and activities are cancelled as well.

Children’s Clothes Needed: Good Samaritan Mission, 491 Ferry Street, Danville is always appreciative of gently used clothing for our economically challenged neighbors.  There is a special need at the present time for children’s clothing of all sizes.  Any clothing Good Samaritan Mission cannot use is passed along to GAiN.

New Addresses: Keep ‘em Coming! If you have received notice that your address has changed, please let the church office know. An updated address directory will be printed in a few months to include the updates. The new FBC address is 12 Brookside Drive, Danville, PA 17821.

The Jubilee Kitchen is looking for Drivers! Volunteers are needed to pick up donuts and bread goods each Saturday morning at 8:00am from Dunkin Donuts, Weis and Giant, and deliver them to the Jubilee Kitchen at Trinity Lutheran Church. If interested, please call Nancy Davies, Director, at (570) 594-2512.

Church Administrator Position Opening With Fil retiring in January, FBC is beginning the search for our new Church Administrator! This is a full-time salaried position. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Ardie Kissinger.

Teachers and Mentors Needed  Sunday Bible School is looking for teachers (primarily for our 2nd grade class), assistants, and substitutes to provide our children with a firm spiritual foundation.  If you are willing to make this one year commitment, or would like to know more about it, please contact the office or call Lisa Houser, Superintendent.



Sunday, November 12, 2017

Make a Difference! Do you wish you could share the gospel easily and naturally? Then you won’t want to miss the Make a Difference training seminar at Bloomsburg Christian Church on Saturday 12/9 from 9am to 2pm. Lunch will be provided. A Love Offering will be taken.  Reserve your seat today by calling (570) 784-3740.
New Addresses: Keep ‘em Coming! If you have received notice that your address has changed, please let the church office know. An updated address directory will be printed in December to include the changes. The new FBC address is 12 Brookside Drive, Danville, PA 17821.
Lost & Found will be located in the BFLC (gym) today through next weekend. Please pick up your lost treasures ASAP! Any items leftover will be donated to the Salvation Army on November 19th.

Midweek Meal: Wednesday, 11/15 Dinner is served 4:45-5:45 PM. This week’s menu is Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes, Stuffing, Corn & the desserts you bring. Please sign up by Monday, November 13 on the Ramp Bulletin Board, in your SBS class or by calling the office. Suggested donation for meals is $3/person or $10/family. If you know of a shut-in or elderly person and would be willing to deliver a meal to them, it is free of charge. Please put their name on the sign up sheet and indicate “Shut-In”. Desserts are on a donation basis, so feel free to share a dessert.

30 Hour Famine is Almost Here! Our Youth will be taking part in the 30 Hour Famine on November 17-18 to help raise awareness and funds. Would you stand with us in praying for and/or donating to help us fight hunger? Donations can be made online by going to our youth events page at www.danvillefirstbaptist.org or checks can be made out to World Vision and placed in the offering box on the wall by the office.

Church Administrator Position Opening With Fil retiring in January, FBC is beginning the search for our new Church Administrator! This is a
full-time salaried position. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Ardie Kissinger.

Because of your Love In Action… THANK YOU!

  • 107 Bibles were collected for WGRC’s 2017 Bible Drive
  • 147.6 pounds of Pet Food was given to Awana for the Danville SPCA
  • Mountains of candy were collected for Trunk-or-Treat
  • The “largest amount of items” were given towards the College Care Packages in the program’s 10 year existence!

FBC is Hosting the Jubilee Kitchen on November 18! Monetary donations and desserts would be greatly appreciated for this meal. Please contact Diane Gelbaugh for dessert donations and/or if you would like to help out. CORRECTION: monetary donations can be made out to FBC with Jubilee Kitchen in the memo.

The Jubilee Kitchen is also looking for Drivers! Volunteers are needed to pick up donuts and bread goods each Saturday morning at 8:00am from Dunkin Donuts, Weis and Giant, and deliver them to the Jubilee Kitchen at Trinity Lutheran Church. If interested, please call Nancy Davies, Director, at (570) 594-2512.

A Heartfelt Thank You to All Active & Retired Military – “True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost.” – Arthur Ashe. Thank you for sharing all of your pictures! They can be picked up in the main foyer on Sunday.



Sunday, November 5, 2017

The Barnabas Basket – During the first weekend of every month, FBC collects food items for the Danville Food Bank. The collection basket will be in the Foyer today. The need for November is Noodles & Macaroni.

Lost & Found will be located in the BFLC (gym) today through next weekend. Please pick up your lost treasures ASAP! Any items leftover will be donated to the Salvation Army on November 12th.

FBC Representative Needed for the Danville Food Bank Thank you, Red Swank, for your many years of service on the board! Meetings are held at 9AM on the 4th Tuesday of every month. Food distributions are held the 2nd Saturday of each month. If you are interested, circle “F” on your connect card and we’ll get more information to you!

Midweek Meal: Wednesday, November 8: Dinner is served 4:45-5:45 PM. This week’s menu is Ham, Scalloped Potatoes, Corn & the desserts you bring. Please sign up by Monday, November 6 on the Ramp Bulletin Board, in your SBS class or by calling the office. Suggested donation for meals is $3/person or $10/family. If you know of a shut-in or elderly person and would be willing to deliver a meal to them, it is free of charge. Please put their name on the sign up sheet and indicate “Shut-In”. Desserts are on a donation basis, so feel free to share a dessert any time.

Haiti Team Meeting will be at 3:00pm in the Chapel on Sunday, November 5. You don’t want to miss this final meeting before the trip!

30 Hour Famine is Coming! Our Youth will be taking part of the 30 Hour Famine on November 17-18 to help raise awareness and funds. Would you stand with us in praying for and/or donating to help us fight hunger? Donations can be made online by going to our youth events page at www.danvillefirstbaptist.org or checks can be made out to World Vision and placed in the offering box on the wall by the office.

Teachers and Mentors Needed  Sunday Bible School is looking for teachers (primarily for our 2nd grade class), assistants, and substitutes to provide our children with a firm spiritual foundation.  If you are willing to make this one year commitment, or would like to know more about it, please contact the office or call Lisa Houser, Superintendent.

“Come & Help in The Kitchen!” With the crowds we’ve been getting, we are looking for more big hearts to help us out in the kitchen on Wednesday evenings. Here’s how you can help & the estimated time needed; Food Prep (3 hours), Setup (1 hour), Serving (1.5 hours) & Clean-up (1.5 hours). If you are interested, please call the office! 

Fishnet Partners! Fishnet Ministries processes large quantities of goods that will be sent to the mission field. This Thursday, they will be working on processing eye glasses in the BFLC from 9-12pm. All are welcome!

Church Administrator Position Opening With Fil retiring in January, FBC is beginning the search for our new Church Administrator! This is a
full-time salaried position. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Ardie Kissinger.

Pictures of Veterans Needed: Last Call! During our Veterans Day Sunday services, FBC would like to honor any veteran who has served. Please send in a picture of your veteran in military dress, if possible, to the church office by November 9th. Please also include their name and which branch of the military they served in.

Because of your Love In Action…

 
  • 107 Bibles were collected for WGRC’s 2017 Bible Drive
  • 147.6 pounds of Pet Food was given to Awana for the Danville SPCA
  • Mountains of candy were collected for Trunk-or-Treat
  • The “largest amount of items” were given towards the College Care Packages in the program’s 10 year existence!

 

Feed-A-Friend of Montour County – Collection basket is in the Main Foyer until November 9th!Top Suggestions: Canned items such as vegetables, tuna, cranberry sauce, fruit – Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Soup, Boxed Stuffing, etc. No refrigerated or frozen items, please.

FBC is Hosting the Jubilee Kitchen on November 18! Monetary donations and desserts would be greatly appreciated for this meal. Please contact Diane Gelbaugh if you are interested in making a dessert and/or if you would like to help out. CORRECTION: monetary donations can be made out to FBC with Jubilee Kitchen in the memo.

The Jubilee Kitchen is also looking for Drivers! Volunteers are needed to pick up donuts and bread goods each Saturday morning at 8:00am from Dunkin Donuts, Weis and Giant, and deliver them to the Jubilee Kitchen at Trinity Lutheran Church. If interested, please call the church office for more information.

Disaster Relief Suggestions:

¨ Samaritan’s Purse: www.samaritanspurse.org or call 828-262-1980.
¨ AGAPEPlease mark checks “Harvey Flood Relief” or “Houston Relief”. Mail to: AGAPE Extended Services P.O. Box 424 Bloomsburg, PA 17815.
¨ Global Aid Network (GAiN): http://www.gainusa.org


Sunday, October 29, 2017

New Addresses: Keep ‘em Coming! If you have received notice that your address has changed, please let the church office know. An updated address directory will be printed in December to include the changes. The new FBC address is 12 Brookside Drive, Danville, PA 17821.
Football Chapel: The next football chapel is on Friday, 11/3 at 6:30am. Big hearts are needed to make and serve breakfast to the football team and cheerleaders. If you are interested in helping, let the office know!
Church Administrator Position Opening With Fil retiring in January, FBC is beginning the search for our new Church Administrator! This is a
full-time salaried position. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Ardie Kissinger.

Midweek Meal: Wednesday, 11/1 Dinner is served 4:45-5:45 PM. This week’s menu is Broasted Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Veggie & the desserts you bring. Please sign up by Monday, October 30 on the Ramp Bulletin Board, in your SBS class or by calling the office. Suggested donation for meals is $3/person or $10/family. If you know of a shut-in or elderly person and would be willing to deliver a meal to them, it is free of charge. Please put their name on the sign up sheet and indicate “Shut-In”. Desserts are on a donation basis, so feel free to share a dessert.

October is Pastor Appreciation MonthCard boxes have been setup on a table in the main foyer if you would like to bless the pastors & their families with a card. You can also leave a little love on the bulletin board downstairs by the Sunday Bible School Office!

FBC is Hosting the Jubilee Kitchen on November 18! Monetary donations and desserts would be greatly appreciated for this meal. Please contact Diane Gelbaugh if you are interested in making a dessert and/or if you would like to help out. See www.mahoningpresby.com for info on making monetary donations.

Greeters WantedAre you a friendly person? Join the Greeter Team! Help us welcome everyone to worship services (Saturday and Sunday), special services and/or events. Approximate time commitment is 30min! If you are interested please contact Linda Sue Davies.

30 Hour Famine is Coming! Our Youth will be taking part of the 30 Hour Famine on November 17-18 to help raise awareness and funds. Would you stand with us in praying for and/or donating to help us fight hunger? Donations can be made online by going to our youth events page at www.danvillefirstbaptist.org or checks can be made out to World Vision and placed in the offering box on the wall by the office.

Teachers and Mentors Needed  Sunday Bible School is looking for teachers (primarily for our 2nd grade class), assistants, and substitutes to provide our children with a firm spiritual foundation.  If you are willing to make this one year commitment, or would like to know more about it, please contact the office or call Lisa Houser, Superintendent.

Online Giving is a GO! If you would prefer to tithe or donate online, then head over to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org, click Give Now, make a profile and you’re all set! Check out the tutorial video for additional help.

Pictures of Veterans Needed – During our Veterans Day Sunday services, FBC would like to honor any veteran who has served. Please send in a picture of your veteran in military dress, if possible, to the church office by November 9th. Please also include their name and which branch of the military they served in.

Power for Living & Weekly Prayer Sheets – These great resources are available each week at the Info Desk & on the wall beside the SBS Office (lower level).  Get yours today and be encouraged!

Check Out the Tract Rack! Halloween Tracts and 2018 calendars are now available at the Tract Rack located in the main lobby. You’ll find many other resources there like Our Daily Bread and much more!

Missionary Prayer Letters – Take a moment to pick one up outside of the chapel to see what our missionary families have been up to! You’ll not only gain a new appreciation for all they do but also have the ability to pray more specifically for their needs.

Fall Back – Remember to turn Your Clock Back next Sunday!

“Come & Help in The Kitchen!” With the crowds we’ve been getting, we are looking for more big hearts to help us out in the kitchen on Wednesday evenings. Here’s how you can help & the estimated time needed; Food Prep (3 hours), Setup (1 hour), Serving (1.5 hours) & Clean-up (1.5 hours). If you are interested, please call the office! 

2017 WGRC’s Bible Drive – Collection bin is in the Main Foyer until November 1stWGRC is collecting gently used Bibles to be sent over to an English speaking area in Ghana, Africa!

Pet Food Collection – Collection bin is in the Chapel Foyer until October 31stThis is the Awana kiddos response to the verse, “the righteous care for the needs of their animals…” Proverbs 12:10a. All donations will be given to the Danville SPCA.

Feed-A-Friend of Montour County – Collection basket is in the Main Foyer until November 9thTop Suggestions: Canned items such as vegetables, tuna, cranberry sauce, fruit – Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Soup, Boxed Stuffing, etc. No refrigerated or frozen items, please.



Sunday, October 22, 2017

Check Out the Tract Rack! Halloween Tracts and 2018 calendars are now available at the Tract Rack located in the main lobby. You’ll find many other resources there like Our Daily Bread and much more!
 
Football Chapel: The next football chapel is on Friday, 10/27 at 6:30am. Big hearts are needed to make and serve breakfast to the football team and cheerleaders. If you are interested in helping, let the office know!
 
Online Giving is a GO! If you would prefer to tithe or donate online, then head over to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org, click Give Now, make a profile and you’re all set! Check out the helpful tutorial video for additional help.
 
Business Meeting Update: Reports from the Boards & Staff were presented and reviewed at the Fall Business Meeting. Many thanks to all who attended! If you would like a copy of the meeting agenda and reports, please contact the office.
 
Church Administrator Position Opening With Fil retiring in January, FBC is beginning the search for our new Church Administrator! This is a
full-time salaried position. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Ardie Kissinger.
 
NO Midweek Meal:Trunk-R-Treat
 
TRUNK-OR-TREAT – Wednesday, October 25, 5:30-7:30PM. Live Music & Entertainment, Loads of Candy, Free Food! Rain or Shine! Invite your friends! Trunk-or-Treat is a safe Halloween alternative.
 
2017 Trunk-or-Treat Challenge – Sign-up today in the main foyer to lock in your group’s theme!

Additional Ways to Help!

  • Donate bags of candy (Bin downstairs by Kitchen)
  • Help make & serve food that evening
  • Sit at tables and hand out candy
  • Pray for opportunities to share the gospel!

 

October is Pastor Appreciation Month! Card boxes have been setup on a table in the main foyer if you would like to bless the pastors & their families with a card. You can also leave a little love on the bulletin board downstairs by the Sunday Bible School Office!

Safe Church Class on Sunday 10/29: Anyone interested in working with children/youth at FBC must take this course as part of their Safe Church requirements. This class will be held at 9:15am in the BFLC. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.

Fishnet Partners! Fishnet Ministries processes large quantities of goods that will be sent to the mission field. This Thursday, they will be working on processing eye glasses in the BFLC from 9am-12pm. All are welcome!

Greeters Wanted! Are you a friendly person? Join the Greeter Team! Help us welcome everyone to worship services (Saturday and Sunday), special services and/or events. Approximate time commitment is 30min! If you are interested please contact Linda Sue Davies.

New! Foundations of Faith Class This 6 week course began on 10/15 and is led by Pastor Paul at 9:15am during the Sunday Bible School hour in the Conference Room (across from the church office).

Blood Drive OrganizerFBC is looking for someone to coordinate blood drives in the BFLC 4 times per year. If you would like more information, please circle “B” on your connect card or call the church office.

“Come & Help in The Kitchen!” With the crowds we’ve been getting, we are looking for more big hearts to help us out in the kitchen on Wednesday evenings. Here’s how you can help & the estimated time needed; Food Prep (3 hours), Setup (1 hour), Serving (1.5 hours) & Clean-up (1.5 hours). Contact the church office if you are interested in helping. 

New Addresses: Keep ‘em Coming! If you have received notice that your address has changed, please let the church office know. An updated address directory will be printed in a few months to include the updates. The new FBC address is 12 Brookside Drive, Danville, PA 17821.

Feed-A-Friend of Montour County – Collection basket is in the Main Foyer until November 9th!Top Suggestions: Canned items such as vegetables, tuna, cranberry sauce, fruit – Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Soup, Boxed Stuffing, etc. No refrigerated or frozen items, please.

Pet Food Collection – Collection bin is in the Chapel Foyer until October 31stThis is the Awana kiddos response to the verse, “the righteous care for the needs of their animals…” Proverbs 12:10a. All donations will be given to the Danville SPCA.

2017 WGRC’s Bible Drive – Collection bin is in the Main Foyer until November 1stWGRC is collecting gently used Bibles to be sent over to an English speaking area in Ghana, Africa!

Youth 30 Hour Famine – November 17-18 Would you stand with our Youth in praying for and/or donating to help us fight hunger? Donations can be made online by going to our youth events page at www.danvillefirstbaptist.org or checks can be made out to World Vision.

Disaster Relief Suggestions:

¨ Samaritan’s Purse: www.samaritanspurse.org or call 828-262-1980.
¨ AGAPEPlease mark checks “Harvey Flood Relief” or “Houston Relief”. Mail to: AGAPE Extended Services P.O. Box 424 Bloomsburg, PA 17815.
¨ Global Aid Network (GAiN): http://www.gainusa.org

 

College Care Ministry – Mid-terms will be here before you know it!! The donation box is in the kitchen foyer until October 29.

Suggested items to donate:

  Easy Mac & Cheese (envelopes)   Hot Chocolate

  Microwave Popcorn                     Ramen noodles (not cups)

  Indiv. Packages of crackers         Breakfast/Cereal Bars

  Indiv. Rice Krispie Treats             Individual Pkg. of Trail Mix/Nuts

  Post-It Notes                                Individual Boxes of Raisins

  Glue Sticks                                   Highlighters 

  Treat-sized choc. Candy              Hard Candy

  Tic-Tacs/Mints                             Gum

  Lifesavers                                    Chapstick

  Pencils                                         Black or Blue Pens

  Tissue Packets                            Stamps

Monetary donations are gratefully accepted to help with postage costs as well as buying supplemental items. Please designate “College ministry” and place in the offering.



Sunday, October 15, 2017

The Fall Business Meeting is on Wednesday, October 18 at 6:30PM in the chapel. We will receive reports from our boards and get updates on upcoming events and business.  Everyone is invited to attend, members only may vote.
Flag Caretaker Needed – We are looking for someone who would like to take up the care of our flags! This includes lowering and raising them as needed for holidays or presidential request as well as basic maintenance. If you are interested, please call the church office.
Greeters Wanted! Are you a friendly person? Join the Greeter Team! Help us welcome everyone to worship services (Saturday and Sunday), special services and/or events. Approximate time commitment is 20min! If you are interested please circle “G” on your connect card or call the church office.
Online Giving is a GO! If you would prefer to tithe or donate online, then head over to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org, click Give Now, make a profile and you’re all set! Check out the helpful tutorial video for additional help.
Blood Drive OrganizerFBC is looking for someone to coordinate blood drives in the BFLC 4 times per year. If you would like more information, please circle “B” on your connect card or call the church office.
NO Midweek MealFBC Business Meeting is this Wednesday.
 
Youth 30 Hour FamineWe’re getting ready for Nov. 17-18! World Vision’s 30 Hour Famine is a worldwide movement of students who are serious about loving God and fighting hunger – all on an empty stomach. For 30 hours, participants get a taste of hunger by not eating, something more than a billion people around the world experience every day. Through various planned activities throughout the weekend, students are changed in amazing ways as they learn and help others. Would you stand with us by praying and/or donating to help us fight hunger? Donations can be made online by going to our youth events page on www.danvillefirstbaptist.org or checks can be made out to World Vision and placed in the offering box on the wall by the office.
 

October is Pastor Appreciation Month! Card boxes have been setup on a table in the main foyer if you would like to bless the pastors & their families with a card. You can also leave a little love on the bulletin board downstairs by the Sunday Bible School Office!

A Health & Wellness Fair will be held in the BFLC this Thursday, October 19 from 9AM-2PM. This is a free event that is open to the public. Health and wellness vendors will provide information on a variety of subjects.

GAiN October Packing Project! Donna & her team would like to extend an open invitation to anyone who would like to join them at the GAiN Warehouse in Lancaster October 18-21. Must provide own transportation. Warehouse is located at 1506 Quarry Road, Mt. Joy, PA 17552. Lunch & snacks are available for a free-will love offering.

MOSAIC (55yrs+) Outing – Our cruise down the Susquehanna on the Hiawatha is set for Monday 10/16. we’ll leave from the FBC parking lot at 5:00PM sharp! For those driving separately, the dock is located at 1500 West Third St, Williamsport. The Hiawatha leaves at 6:00pm rain or shine. Please bring “finger foods” to share during our time of fellowship under the pavilion afterwards. Bottled water will be provided. If you haven’t signed up and still want to come, there’s still room! Please contact Pastor Harry or Lynn asap to join the fun!

New! Foundations of Faith Class – This 6 week course began on 10/15 and is led by Pastor Paul at 9:15am during the Sunday Bible School hour in the Conference Room (across from the church office).

“Come & Help in The Kitchen!” With the crowds we’ve been getting, we are looking for more big hearts to help us out in the kitchen on Wednesday evenings. Here’s how you can help & the estimated time needed; Food Prep (3 hours), Setup (1 hour), Serving (1.5 hours) & Clean-up (1.5 hours). 

Upcoming Safe Church Classes: Anyone interested in working with children/youth at FBC must take this course as part of their Safe Church requirements. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.

  • 10/15 at 9:15am in the BFLC for FBC Security Personnel
  • 10/29 at 9:15am in the BFLC open to everyone!

Teachers and Mentors Needed Sunday Bible School is looking for teachers (primarily for our 2nd grade class), assistants, and substitutes to provide our children with a firm spiritual foundation.  If you are willing to make this one year commitment, or would like to know more about it, please contact the office or call Lisa Houser, Superintendent.

TRUNK OR TREAT Wednesday, October 25, 5:30-7:30PM

2017 Trunk-or-Treat Challenge – Adult Sunday Bible School Classes & Ministries are encouraged to get together and decorate a table (inside) or a car trunk (outside)!! Sign-up today in the main foyer to lock in your group’s theme! *For Guidelines & Judging Criteria, go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org*

Additional Ways to Help!

  • Donate bags of candy (Bin downstairs by Kitchen)
  • Help make & serve food that evening
  • Sit at tables and hand out candy
  • Pray for opportunities to share the gospel!

 



Sunday, October 8, 2017

The Fall Business Meeting will be on Wednesday, October 18 at 6:30PM in the chapel. We will receive reports from our boards and get updates on upcoming events and business.  Everyone is invited to attend, members only may vote. Board chairmen, please submit your reports no later than Friday 10/13.
Foundations of Faith Class Begins Sunday 10/8! This is a 6 week course led by Pastor Paul at 9:15am during the Sunday Bible School hour in the Conference Room (across from the church office).

Midweek Meal: Wednesday, 10/11 – Dinner is served 4:45-5:45 PM. This week’s menu is Chicken & Broccoli Foil Packs with Stuffing & the desserts you bring. Please sign up by Monday, October 9 on the Ramp Bulletin Board, in your SBS class or by calling the office. Suggested donation for meals is $3/person or $10/family. If you know of a shut-in or elderly person and would be willing to deliver a meal to them, it is free of charge. Please put their name on the sign up sheet and indicate “Shut-In”. Desserts are on a donation basis, so feel free to share a dessert.

October is Pastor Appreciation Month! Card boxes have been setup on a table in the main foyer if you would like to bless the pastors & their families with a card. You can also leave a little love on the bulletin board downstairs by the Sunday Bible School Office!

“Come & Help in The Kitchen!” With the crowds we’ve been getting, we are looking for more big hearts to help us out in the kitchen on Wednesday evenings. Here’s how you can help & the estimated time needed; Food Prep (3 hours), Setup (1 hour), Serving (1.5 hours) & Clean-up (1.5 hours). 

Upcoming Safe Church Classes: Anyone interested in working with children/youth at FBC must take this course as part of their Safe Church requirements. If you have any questions, please contact the church office.

  • 10/15 at 9:15am in the BFLC for FBC Security Personnel
  • 10/29 at 9:15am in the BFLC open to everyone!

Church Administrator Position Opening With Fil retiring in January, FBC is beginning the search for our new Church Administrator! This is a full-time salaried position. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Ardie Kissinger.

Online Giving is a GO! If you would prefer to tithe or donate online, then head over to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org, click Give Now, make a profile and you’re all set! Check out the helpful tutorial video for additional help.

Football Chapel is on Friday, 10/13 at 6:30am. Big hearts are needed to make and serve breakfast to the football team and cheerleaders. If you are interested in helping, let the office know!

Teachers and Mentors Needed  Sunday Bible School is looking for teachers (primarily for our 2nd grade class), assistants, and substitutes to provide our children with a firm spiritual foundation.  If you are willing to make this one year commitment, or would like to know more about it, please contact the office or call Lisa Houser, Superintendent.

Pictorial Directories – If you had your picture taken by Lifetouch here at FBC this spring then stop by our table in the main foyer to pick up your copy! If you missed out on this opportunity, but would still like to have a copy, please sign up at the table to have one ordered! Suggested donation of $3 would be appreciated.

Feed-A-Friend of Montour County Collection basket is in the Main Foyer until November 9th!Top Suggestions: Canned items such as vegetables, tuna, cranberry sauce, fruit – Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Soup, Boxed Stuffing, etc. No refrigerated or frozen items, please.

College Care Package Collection – Collection bin is in the Kitchen Foyer until October 29th!Top Suggestions:  Easy Mac & Cheese Envelopes, Post-It Notes, Pencils, Black or Blue Pens, Tissue Packs, Hard Candy, Chapstick, Ramen Noodles packages, Trail Mix Packs, Gum, Cracker Packs. * *  Student Information is due by October 22nd!! * *

Pet Food Collection – Collection bin is in the Chapel Foyer until October 31stThis is the Awana kiddos response to the verse, “the righteous care for the needs of their animals…” Proverbs 12:10a. All donations will be given to the Danville SPCA.

2017 WGRC’s Bible Drive – Collection bin is in the Main Foyer until November 1stWGRC is collecting gently used Bibles to be sent over to an English speaking area in Ghana, Africa!

Disaster Relief Suggestions:

¨ Samaritan’s Purse: www.samaritanspurse.org or call 828-262-1980.
¨ AGAPEPlease mark checks “Harvey Flood Relief” or “Houston Relief”. Mail to: AGAPE Extended Services P.O. Box 424 Bloomsburg, PA 17815.
¨ Global Aid Network (GAiN): http://www.gainusa.org
¨ Red Cross: Donate blood this Monday in the BFLC (gym) from 1-6pm; Wednesday, October 25, 2017, 5:30-7:30PM

 

2017 Trunk-or-Treat Challenge – Adult Sunday Bible School Classes & Ministries are encouraged to get together and decorate a table (inside) or a car trunk (outside)!! Sign-up today in the main foyer to lock in your group’s theme! Our community LOVES this event!! *For Guidelines & Judging Criteria, go to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org*

Additional Ways to Help!

  • Donate bags of candy (Bin downstairs by Kitchen)
  • Help make & serve food that evening
  • Sit at tables and hand out candy
  • Pray for opportunities to share the gospel!

 



Sunday, October 1, 2017

Saturday Services are here!Beginning October 7th @ 6:00pm. Unable to make it to church on Sunday mornings? No problem! “Let us come into His presence with thanksgiving…For the Lord is a great God…” Psalm 95:2-3.  Sermons will stay in-step with Sundays so you won’t miss a beat. Sunday goers, come out and worship with us this Saturday at the kick-off service!

The October Barnabas Basket During the month of October, FBC will be collecting Thanksgiving non-perishable food items for the Danville Food Bank. The collection basket will be in the Foyer. Thank you in advance!

Upcoming Blood Drive: Red Cross Blood Drive will be here on Monday, October 9th in the BFLC from 1:00-6:00pm.

Blood Drive Organizer: FBC is looking for someone to coordinate blood drives in the BFLC 4 times per year. If you would like more information, please circle “B” on your connect card or call the church office.

Midweek Meal: Wednesday, October 4: Dinner is served 4:45-5:45 PM. This week’s menu is Chicken Potpie & the desserts you bring. Please sign up by Monday, October 2 on the Ramp Bulletin Board, in your SBS class or by calling the office. Suggested donation for meals is $3/person or $10/family. If you know of a shut-in or elderly person and would be willing to deliver a meal to them, it is free of charge. Please put their name on the sign up sheet and indicate “Shut-In”. Desserts are on a donation basis, so feel free to share a dessert any time.

October is Pastor Appreciation Month! Card boxes have been setup on a table in the main foyer if you would like to bless the pastors & their families with a card. You can also leave a little love on the bulletin board downstairs by the Sunday Bible School Office!

Church Administrator Position Opening With Fil retiring in January, FBC is beginning the search for our new Church Administrator! This is a full-time salaried position. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Ardie Kissinger.

Haiti Team Meeting Next Sunday in the Chapel at 3:00pm. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for these upcoming training meetings on 10/8 and 11/5. You don’t want to miss these!

Online Giving is a GO! If you would prefer to tithe or donate online, then head over to www.danvillefirstbaptist.org, click Give Now, make a profile and you’re all set! Check out the helpful tutorial video for additional help.

Awana Kiddos are Collecting Pet Food During October! If you would like to help us, bins are located in the Springer Chapel lobby as well as the BFLC (gym) foyer. “The righteous care for the needs of their animals…” Proverbs 12:10a. All donations will be given to the Danville SPCA.

Eternity Impactors Needed! Sunday Bible School is looking for teachers (primarily for our 2nd grade class) and helpers to continue providing our kiddos with a firm spiritual foundation. If God is tugging on your heart, please call Lisa Houser, Superintendent.

Pictorial Directories are Here!! If you had your picture taken by Lifetouch here at FBC this spring then stop by our table in the main foyer to pick up your copy! If you missed out on this opportunity, but would still like to have a copy, please sign up at the table to have one ordered! Suggested donation of $3 would be appreciated.

Calling All Computer Techies! With the launch of the Saturday night service, we will need 2 or 3 computer savvy people to serve 1 Saturday a month to run our computers that project the lyrics, sermon slides, and
videos. You will be provided a training session with ProPresenter, and you will be given a “coach” to help you through the first couple weeks.  Interested? Email Pastor John at: pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org and say, “I am your techie!”   

Football Chapel: The next football chapel is on Friday, 10/13 at 6:30am. Big hearts are needed to make and serve breakfast to the football team and cheerleaders. If you are interested in helping, let the office know!

 
Trunk or Treat – Wednesday, October 25, 2017, 5:30-7:30PM
 
2017 Trunk-or-Treat Challenge – Adult Sunday Bible School Classes & Ministries are encouraged to get together and decorate a table (inside) or a car trunk (outside)!! Sign-up today in the main foyer to lock in your group’s theme! Our community LOVES this event!!
**For Guidelines & Judging Criteria, see the ramp bulletin board **

Additional Ways to Help!

  • Donate bags of candy! (Bin downstairs by Kitchen)
  • Help make & serve food that evening
  • Sit at tables and hand out candy
  • Pray for opportunities to share the gospel!
 

College Care Ministry – Mid-terms will be here before you know it!! The donation box is in the kitchen foyer until October 29.

Suggested items to donate:

  Easy Mac & Cheese (envelopes)              Hot Chocolate

  Microwave Popcorn                 Ramen noodles (not cups)

  Indiv. Packages of crackers            Breakfast/Cereal Bars

  Indiv. Rice Krispie Treats             Individual Pkg. of Trail Mix/Nuts

  Post-It Notes Stamps

  Glue Sticks Highlighters

  Treat-sized choc. Candy Hard Candy

  Tic-Tacs/Mints Gum

  Lifesavers Chapstick

  Pencils Black or Blue Pens

  Tissue Packets Individual boxes of Raisins

Monetary donations are gratefully accepted to help with postage costs as well as buying supplemental items. Please designate “College ministry” and place in the offering.



Sunday, September 24, 2017

New Here? You do not want to miss our FBC Connect Class!! This 3 session class is TODAY at 9:15am in the Conference Room and will wrap up next Sunday, October 1st. Come on in!

Pictorial Directories are Here!! If you had your picture taken by Lifetouch here at FBC this spring then stop by our table in the main lobby to pick up your copy! If you missed out on this opportunity, but would still like to have a copy, please sign up at the table to have one ordered! Suggested donation of $3 would be appreciated.

Midweek Meal: Wednesday, 9/27 – Dinner is served 4:45-5:45 PM. This week’s menu is Meatloaf, Scalloped Potatoes, Veggie & the desserts you bring. Please sign up by Monday, September 25 on the Ramp Bulletin Board, in your SBS class or by calling the office. Suggested donation for meals is $3/person or $10/family. If you know of a shut-in or elderly person and would be willing to deliver a meal to them, it is free of charge. Please put their name on the sign up sheet and indicate “Shut-In”. Desserts are on a donation basis, so feel free to share a dessert.

Church Administrator Position Opening With Fil retiring in January, FBC is beginning the search for our new Church Administrator! This is a full-time salaried position. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Ardie Kissinger at (570) 764-3889.

Eternity Impactors Needed! Sunday Bible School is looking for teachers (primarily for our 2nd grade class) and helpers to continue providing our kiddos with a firm spiritual foundation. If God is tugging on your heart, please contact Lisa Houser, Superintendent.

Calling All Computer Techies! With the launch of the Saturday night service, we will need 2 or 3 computer savvy people to serve 1 Saturday a month to run our computers that project the lyrics, sermon slides, and videos. You will be provided a training session with ProPresenter, and you will be given a “coach” to help you through the first couple weeks.  Interested? Email Pastor John at: pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org and say, “I am your techie!”   

Fishnet Partners! Fishnet Ministries processes large quantities of goods that will be sent to the mission field. This Thursday, they will be working on processing eye glasses in the BFLC from 9am-12pm. All are welcome!

Ministry and Outreach for Senior Adults In Christ (MOSAIC) is a new ministry for those 55 and older that meet periodically for fellowship, service and encouragement.  Our first outing will be on Monday, Oct. 16 at 6:00PM as we cruise the Susquehanna on the Hiawatha Riverboat departing from Williamsport. We will leave FBC at 5:00pm using church vehicles. Bring snacks and desserts to share as we gather at the pavilion at the dock after the one hour cruise. The cost is $10 per person. Sign up on the bulletin board or in your SBS class. Contact Pastor Harry & Lynn if you have any questions.  

New Ministry! Moms In Prayer Intl. has local chapters in Bloomsburg, Berwick, Central, Northumberland and now Danville!! The group meets in the conference room at 8:20AM Friday mornings. “We believe God changes lives and whole communities forever when moms gather together to pray”. If you are a mom, aunt, grandmother, guardian, woman of prayer, come join us!

College Care Ministry Mid-terms will be here before you know it!! Our college students will soon be hard at work preparing for mid-terms.
We have an opportunity to show God’s love, show our support and encourage these students. We will be mailing care packages to our students attempting to time them around the same time as mid-terms. Donations can be placed in the box located in the kitchen foyer next Sunday through October 29Contact Lynn Wintersteen if you would like to help pack boxes on October 30th at 4:45pm.

Suggested items to donate:

  Easy Mac & Cheese (envelopes)              Hot Chocolate

  Microwave Popcorn                 Ramen noodles (not cups)

  Indiv. Packages of crackers            Breakfast/Cereal Bars

  Indiv. Rice Krispie Treats             Individual Pkg. of Trail Mix/Nuts

  Post-It Notes Stamps

  Glue Sticks Highlighters

  Treat-sized choc. Candy Hard Candy

  Tic-Tacs/Mints Gum

  Lifesavers Chapstick

  Pencils Black or Blue Pens

  Tissue Packets Individual boxes of Raisins

Small lightweight items that would bring a smile & mail easy!

*Small bags of snacks DO NOT work well.*

Monetary donations are gratefully accepted to help with postage costs as well as buying supplemental items. Please designate “College ministry” and place in the offering.



Sunday, September 17, 2017

Lifetouch Pictorial Directories are Here! If you had your picture taken by Lifetouch here at FBC this spring then stop by our table in the main lobby to pick up your copy! If you missed out on this opportunity, but would still like to have a copy, please sign up to have one ordered! Suggested donation of $3 would be appreciated.
 
Heartfelt thanks for your many years of service, Kathie Nagle! May God continue to richly bless you!

 

New Here? You do not want to miss our FBC Connect Class!! This 3 session class begins today at 9:15am in the Conference Room and will continue next Sunday (9/24) and October 1st. Come on in!

Children’s Church Begins TODAY! Children ages 4 years to 4th grade are welcome to join! Children who’d like to attend are dismissed after the music portion of the 10:30am Sunday services. If you are interested in helping out, call the church office. We’d greatly appreciate your help!

Installation Service for Pastors Dawes & Paul: TONIGHT at 6pm! Join us for this encouraging event as we officially kickoff Pastor Paul joining FBC as the Associate Pastor and Pastor Dawes becoming our Lead Pastor! Bring a dessert to share and enjoy the evening’s program of guest speakers, singing and thanksgiving to God.

Midweek Meal: Wednesday, 9/20 Dinner is served 4:45-5:45 PM. This week’s menu is Meatball Stroganoff over Noodles, Honey-glazed Carrots & the desserts you bring. Please sign up by Monday, September 18 on the Ramp Bulletin Board, in your SBS class or by calling the office. Suggested donation for meals is $3/person or $10/family. If you know of a shut-in or elderly person and would be willing to deliver a meal to them, it is free of charge. Please put their name on the sign up sheet and indicate “Shut-In”. Desserts are on a donation basis, so feel free to share a dessert.

Church Administrator Position Opening With Fil retiring in January, FBC is beginning the search for our new Church Administrator! This is a full-time salaried position. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Ardie Kissinger.

New Ministry at FBC!! Moms In Prayer International has local chapters in Bloomsburg, Berwick, Central, Northumberland and now Danville!! The group will be meeting in the conference room at 8:20AM Friday mornings. “We believe God changes lives and whole communities forever when moms gather together to pray”. If you are a mom, aunt, grandmother, guardian, woman of prayer, etc., come join us!

Haiti Team Meeting will be at 3:00pm in the Chapel TODAY. Don’t forget to mark your calendar for these upcoming training meetings on 10/8 and 11/5. You don’t want to miss these!

Calling All Computer Techies! With the launch of the Saturday night service, we will need 2 or 3 computer savvy people to serve 1 Saturday a month to run our computers that project the lyrics, sermon slides, and videos.  We use a Mac computer and run a program called “ProPresenter.”  Most “techies” will be able to master the program within a few run throughs.  You will be provided a training session with
ProPresenter, and you will be given a “coach” to help you through the first couple weeks.  If you could give your time once a month to serve in this way on Saturday nights, email Pastor John at: pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.organd say, “I am your techie!”   

Blood Drive OrganizerFBC is looking for someone to coordinate blood drives in the BFLC 4 times per year. If you would like more information, please circle “B” on your connect card or call the church office.

New Ministry: MOSAIC! Ministry and Outreach for Senior Adults In Christ is a new ministry for those 55 and older. We plan to meet periodically for fellowship, service and encouragement.  Our first outing will be on Monday, Oct. 16 at 6:00PM as we cruise the Susquehanna on the Hiawatha Riverboat departing from Williamsport. We will leave FBC at 5:00pm using church vehicles. Bring snacks and desserts to share as we gather at the pavilion at the dock after the one hour cruise. We’ll also discuss ideas for future events. The cost is $10 per person. Sign up on the bulletin board or in your SBS class. Contact Pastor Harry & Lynn if you have any questions.  

 
Feed a Friend: Thanksgiving will be here before you know it! Feed A Friend is designed to help provide a Thanksgiving meal to those that cannot afford one during the holiday season. Last year over 350 families were given a large box of food so they could have full stomachs for the holidays.
Here are some top suggestions of what you can donate:

Canned Vegetables

Pasta

Canned Tuna

Mac & Cheese

Canned Cranberry Sauce

Soup

Canned Fruit

Boxed Stuffing

* Please, No Refrigerated or Frozen Items

Items will be collected in the Main Foyer until November 9th!

 

Hurricane Disaster Relief Ideas:
¨ Samaritan’s Purse: www.samaritanspurse.org or call 828-262-1980. Samaritan’s Purse is currently in Texas helping victims at this time.
¨ AGAPEPlease mark checks “Harvey Flood Relief” or “Houston Relief”. This is a tax deductible donation and you will receive a letter acknowledging your gift in accordance with the IRS.  Mail to: AGAPE Extended Services P.O. Box 424 Bloomsburg, PA 17815. 100% of contributions marked for this project will go directly toward helping victims of this life changing disaster.
¨ Global Aid Network (GAiN): http://www.gainusa.org/disaster-relief/?mot=P7SP32. You can read their Hurricane Harvey Plan there. Aid will also go towards victims of hurricane Irma as well.

 

What will your family be doing Wednesday nights this fall?Here’s what we have going on!! Family Dinners! 4:45-5:45pm. Watch the bulletins & website for details.

Groups & Studies begin at 6pm

NurseryCare for children birth through 2 years

Awana: Bible learning, games & fun for children ages 3-6th grade

Iron Youth Jr. High: Pastor Luke provides fun & Bible learning for grades 6-8

Adult Bible Study: Pastor Paul will be leading a study on The Faith; What Christians Believe, Why They Believe It, and Why It Matters, by study authors Charles Colson & Gabe Lyons.

Ladies Grief Group: Any woman who has experienced significant loss, whether a loved one or a relationship, is welcome. Tassy Swank &
Linda Beyer will be leading the journey through the book A Passage Through Grief by Barbara Baumgardner.

Couples Bible Study: Pastor Dawes will be leading couples through the Lifelong Love series by Gary Thomas

Bible Study & Prayer Group: Pastor Dave leads this group in prayer and Bible study through the book of John.

Ladies’ Open Door Bible Study: We’ll be studying The Armor of God by Priscilla Shirer. Each of the 7 weeks, you’ll learn how to dress for
battle. Tuesday morning sessions will begin on 9/26 at 9:00am. Wednesday evening sessions will begin on 9/20 at 6:00pm. Suggested book donation is $14. Childcare is available at both sessions! Sign up sheets are available in the main lobby!