FBC Summer Bible Reading Program LAST WEEK! Complete and return to library by next week, 8/13 for a prize. Card must have parent/guardian signature! 

 

NEW LOCATION!! Thrive, the college/young adult Sunday Bible School class is moving into their own classroom beginning today! Room 228 is located in the hallway above the church offices.

 

Baptism Sunday Please join us this Sunday in encouraging those young people as they follow Jesus’ example in baptism and continue their walk with Jesus. “So in Christ Jesus you are all children of God through faith, for all of you who were baptized into Christ have clothed yourselves with Christ.” Galatians 3:26-27

 

Fellowship Fund Giving Opportunity In following the biblical directive to take care of our widows and orphans, FBC created the fellowship fund. This fund not only blesses those financially hurting in our church family, but also those who desire to invest in their marriages.  If you would like to give, please note “Fellowship Fund” in the memo of your check or on your envelope. 

 

Kitchen Call!! Do you enjoy cooking? How about helping in the kitchen?  Or setting up the dining area? Maybe even dishwashing! This well-loved ministry will be back in action soon and needs help! Circle K on your connect card or call the office! 

 

Fishnet This group of amazing ladies meets on Thursdays from 9AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer. They process large quantities of eyeglasses and sunglasses to be sent all over the world! If you would like to join them, please contact Donna Outt. Now till the end of August they will be meeting at the church in Room 7.

 

Active Retired Men in Service Thursdays @ 8:30AM. This great group of guys meets for devotions, prayer time and lots of fellowship! Following their group time, they also help out around the church as well. Come on over!

 

MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is starting a new season in September! MOPS encourages and equips moms of young children to realize their potential as mothers, women and leaders, in relationship with Jesus, and in partnership with FBC. We get together about 3 times a month.  Our new theme is about Saying Yes to this year, in this place, with these people! Hope to see you there. Join us for a fun and informative playdate Wednesday, August 9th at Riverside Park in Danville from 9am -11am. Next to the police station in Riverside. 

 

 

Football Chapel Starting Soon! First Football Chapel is August 25th @ 10am – Games for the Danville High School Football team are upon us, as are football chapels! The students meet at 6:55am on Friday mornings prior to games for prayer and devotions…and breakfast!!

 

Breakfast Sweets Needed Our Sunday morning Coffee Hour team would be grateful for any homemade or store-bought breakfast foods. Please drop off in the kitchen before 9am. Many heartfelt thanks! 

 

If you had fun volunteering at VBS & Family Fun Day, here are more opportunities to bless Children & Youth…

*Child Safe Church Clearances are required for these positions*

 

Summer Campground Ministry Each Sunday Join our own Terry Davis, Mark Acker and the Shamokin Area Christian Laymen Association as they share the good news each Sunday! 

 

Church Photo Directory – Please submit all pictures and information to the office by Sept. 24th.  Additional info is available on the tables in the main lobby and BFLC.

 

Sisters in Christ Ladies Retreat Weekend SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2023 | LINCK HILL INN, MORRIS, PA “Two Women…Two Stories…Two Songs” Please submit registration form if you haven’t yet done so!  Balance is due by August 27th.  Sign up forms & info available in Main Lobby!! For any questions, call the office at (570) 275-1511

 

Blood Drive Monday (7/31) Stop by the BFLC (gym) from 12:30-5:30pm. Register for a time slot today at www.redcross.org.

 

The Barnabas Basket is a monthly food collection that takes place on the first Sunday of the month (Communion Sunday). All donations are given to the Danville Food Bank. The basket will be located in main foyer on August 6. August’s Need: Peanut Butter & Saltines

 

Sisters in Christ Ladies Retreat Weekend! SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2023 | LINCK HILL INN, MORRIS, PA “Two Women…Two Stories…Two Songs” – We pray you will join us for an unforgettable weekend of Bible study, building relationships, food, lots of fun, and much more. $25 deposit required. Only a few spots left! Sign up forms & info available in the Main Lobby.

 

Fishnet This group of amazing ladies meets on Thursdays from 9AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer. They process large quantities of eyeglasses and sunglasses to be sent all over the world! If you would like to join them, please contact Donna Outt. Now till the end of August they will be meeting at the church in Room 7.

 

Active Retired Men in Service Thursdays @ 8:30AM. This great group of guys meets for devotions, prayer time and lots of fellowship! Following their group time, they also help out around the church as well. Come on over!

 

Kitchen Call Do you enjoy cooking? How about helping in the kitchen? Or setting up the dining area? Maybe even dishwashing! This well-loved ministry will be back in action soon and needs help! If interested, call the office.

 

Church Photo Directory Ever see someone and can’t remember their name? Or you have a name but no idea what they look like? It’s time to update our church directory. It would be great if we could have all our attenders in there, whether you have been coming here 6 months or 60+ years. We are doing something different this time. In order to include as many families as possible, we would LOVE for you to submit your favorite family portrait or individual selfie. Send photos to email@danvillefirstbaptist.org or text them to Rachel by Sept 24th. Along with your photo, please send any updated information you would like included in the directory. Need help? Call the office at (570) 275-1511 and we will set up a time for you to come in and have your picture taken. Directories will be printed later this year.Here are the guidelines…

*We reserve the right to crop/edit photo for best fit

**Must be approved. We reserve the right to ask for another photo.

 

FBC Summer Bible Reading Program! This year’s theme focuses on the miracles of Jesus. Pick up your card at the library! Complete and return to library by August 13th for a prize. Card must have parent/guardian signature! Happy Reading!!

 

Missed a Service? No worries! You can always catch up on our services by going to these following places. 

 

Stay in Step with FBC Sign up today to receive our e-newsletters! Tuesday: Pastors Corner will encourage your heart and “equip you for works of service” (Eph 4:12). Friday: Your FBC News will keep you informed with what’s going on and how you can get plugged in! Put name and email on the bulletin connect card & drop in box.

 

Did you know you can request your own box of offering envelopes? Just fill out an info slip on the ushers’ table, located in the back of the sanctuary. Need more of your envelopes? Just make a note on your connect card! You’ll be able to pick them up from the ushers’ table once they’re ready.

 

Lost and Found is located in the brown cabinet outside the gym doors.

 

First aid kits can be found in the coat room behind sanctuary and in the cabinet outside the gym.

 

Connect Card Is there something we can pray for? Have questions? Need info? We encourage you to fill out the attached connect card or our

e-Connect Card. You can find it on our church homepage at www.danvillefirstbaptist.org. Please drop in designated box at Welcome Desk (lobby) or Welcome Table (gym).

 

Summer Campground Ministry Each Sunday! Join our own Terry Davis, Mark Acker and the Shamokin Area Christian Laymen Association as they share the good news each Sunday! Jim Dressler will be sharing next Sunday, August 6th.

 

Men’s Open Gym Senior High guys and older meet for a game of basketball or two, Mondays from 7-9pm. Questions? Contact group point-person, Tony Zaklama.

 

 

Our next Worship Night is Sunday (7/23) at the Montour-Delong Fair Vesper Service 7PM at the fairgrounds. The FBC praise team will be leading worship for the Vesper Service again this year. We hope you will join us in supporting and reaching out to our community at this event. The fairground address is 5848 Broadway Rd, Danville, PA 17821.

 

Volunteer Opportunities If you had fun volunteering at VBS & Family Fun Day, here are more opportunities to bless our children & youth. Child Safe Church Clearances are required for these positions

 

Fishnet This group of amazing ladies meets on Thursdays from 9AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer. They process large quantities of eyeglasses and sunglasses to be sent all over the world! If you would like to join them, please contact Donna Outt.

 

Active Retired Men in Service: Thursdays @ 8:30AM. This great group of guys meets for devotions, prayer time and lots of fellowship! Following their group time, they also help out around the church as well. Come on over!

 

Baptism Sunday is Coming! August 6th – If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know on your connect card by Sunday, July 23!!

 

Lost Something? Check out our Lost & Found cabinet located next to the water fountains by the kitchen!

 

Church Library Open SUNDAYS | 9:15am – 10:15am – Check out our ever changing and growing selections for ALL ages, needs and genres. Did you know?? We also carry Bible Studies, Apologetics, Counseling, Biographies, Fiction, DVD’s, Missions, Pre-Teen & Teen Resources and so much more.

 

FBC Summer Bible Reading Program This year’s theme focuses on the miracles of Jesus. Happy Reading!! Pick up your card at the library!

Complete and return to library by August 13th for a prize. Card must have parent/guardian signature!

 

Blood Drive – Monday, July 31st – Stop by the BFLC (gym) from 12:30-5:30pm. Register for a time slot today at www.redcross.org.

 

Church Photo Directory Ever see someone and can’t remember their name? Or you have a name but no idea what they look like? It’s time to update our Church Directory. We are doing something different this time. In order to include as many families as possible, we would LOVE for you to submit your favorite family portrait or individual selfie. It would be great if we could have all our attenders in there, whether you have been coming here 6 months or 60+ years. Send photos to email@danvillefirstbaptist.org or text them to Rachel @ (570) 850-2208 by Sept 24th. Along with your photo, please send any updated information you would like included in the directory.

Need help? Call the office at (570) 275-1511 and we will set up a time for you to come in and have your picture taken.

Directories will be printed later this year. Here are the guidelines…

*We reserve the right to crop/edit photo for best fit

**Must be approved. We reserve the right to ask for another photo.

 

Sisters in Christ Ladies Retreat Weekend! SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2023 | LINCK HILL INN, MORRIS, PA “Two Women…Two Stories…Two Songs” – We pray you will join us for an unforgettable weekend of Bible study, building relationships, food, lots of fun, and much more. $25 deposit required. Only a few spots left!! Sign up forms & info available in the Main Lobby!!

 

Summer Campground Ministry Each Sunday – Join our own Terry Davis, Mark Acker and the Shamokin Area Christian Laymen Association as they share the good news each Sunday!

 

Men’s Open Gym – Senior High guys and older meet for a game of basketball or two, Mondays from 7-9pm. Questions? Contact group point-person, Tony Zaklama.

 

 ANNOUNCEMENTS

 

A massive “THANK YOU” to all those who served in VBS this year! 

 

VBS MISSION OF THE WEEK: QUEBEC’S CHILDREN! The Missionaries: David and Kristy Kelly have five children and serve at the Sherbrooke campus of Word of Life (Parole de Vie) Bible Institute in French-speaking Quebec. Quebec is known as the “largest unreached 

people group in North America”! They teach Bible classes as well as French to those desiring to serve in the mission field. The Project: Many have grown up not going to church and don’t know who Jesus is. Word of Life organizes summer camps for local children to come to learn about Jesus, hear the gospel message and, of course, have fun. The Numbers: Cost for 1 Child to go to camp: $150.00.  

 

Family Fun Day is Sunday (7/16)!! Following the 10:30 service, everyone is invited to enjoy hotdogs and hamburgers, a slip-n-slide, dunk tank, a Little’s splash area, crafts, corn hole, and MORE! No cost!  Volleyball & kickball games start at 12 & 12:15pm.

 

Our Next Worship Night will be held at the Montour Delong Vesper Service next Sunday evening at 7pm. We hope you will join us in supporting and reaching out to our community at this event.  The fairground address is 5848 Broadway Rd, Danville, PA 17821.

 

Red Cross Blood Drive will be here Monday, July 31st, in the BFLC (gym) from 12:30-5:30pm. The Red Cross is in need of blood and is taking every precaution to keep everyone safe during their collections.  Register at www.redcross.org

 

Baptism Sunday Coming! Our next baptism will be Sunday August 6th. If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, contact the office before July 30th.   

 

Fishnet This group of amazing ladies meets on Thursdays from 9AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer. They process large quantities of eyeglasses and sunglasses to be sent all over the world! If you would like to join them, please contact Donna Outt. 

 

Active Retired Men in Service Thursdays @ 8:30AM. This great group of guys meets for devotions, prayer time and lots of fellowship! Following their group time, they also help out around the church as well. Come on over!

 

Sensory-Friendly Worship Area! “A shush-free, judgment-free zone where ALL can safely learn about God!” Our chapel has been fitted with wiggle seats, fidget toys, dimmable lights, noise-canceling headphones, a calming special-effect light and more! We welcome all who have unique needs to enjoy this area during both of our Sunday services! 

 

FBC Summer Bible Reading Program! This year’s theme focuses on the miracles of Jesus. Happy Reading!! Pick up your card at the library.

Complete and return to library by August 13th for a prize. Card must have parent/guardian signature. 

 

Is there something we can pray for?  Have questions? Need info? We encourage you to fill out the attached connect card or our e-Connect Card. You can find it on our church homepage at www.danvillefirstbaptist.org. Please drop in designated box at Welcome Desk (lobby) or Welcome Table (gym).

 

Stay in Step with FBC Sign up today to receive our e-newsletters! Put name and email on the bulletin connect card & drop in box!

 

RightNow Media; the Netflix of Christian Bible Studies – This huge online video library is full of studies on all different topics, for all different ages! Now you can get access even quicker by

1) texting “FBC” to 49775  

2) zap our QR code or 3) go to https://www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/rightnow-media/

 

Missed a Service? No worries! You can always catch up on our services by going to these following  places…

 

Sisters in Christ Ladies Retreat Weekend! SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2023 | LINCK HILL INN, MORRIS, PA “Two Women…Two Stories…Two Songs” – We pray you will join us for an unforgettable weekend of Bible study, building relationships, food, lots of fun, and  much more.  Space is limited so register today!! $25 deposit required. Sign up forms & info available in the Main Lobby!!

 

Fitness | Fellowship | Faith – F3 is a national network of men with a local chapter here in Danville. Guys come together (rain, shine, summer, winter) to work out, build each other up and grow stronger spiritually. Want more info? Check out their info at the Info Desk and Welcome Table. Questions? Contact Nevin Gorki or Troy Klinger.

 

Men’s Open Gym Senior High guys and older meet for a game of basketball or two, Mondays from 7-9pm. Questions? Contact group point-person, Tony Zaklama.

 

 

VBS Begins Tomorrow! Please continue praying over this outreach opportunity! Volunteers, please meet up at 5PM in the sanctuary.

 

VBS Treats Needed! We would greatly appreciate grab-n-go friendly, sweet, or savory snack donations this week for our volunteers! Homemade or store-bought donations can be dropped off in the kitchen. 

 

VBS MISSION OF THE WEEK: QUEBEC’S CHILDREN! The Missionaries: David and Kristy Kelly have four children and serve at the Sherbrooke campus of Word of Life (Parole de Vie) Bible Institute in French-speaking Quebec. Quebec is known as the “largest unreached 

people group in North America”! They teach Bible classes as well as French to those desiring to serve in the mission field. The Project: Many have grown up not going to church and don’t know who Jesus is. Word of Life organizes summer camps for local children to come to learn about Jesus, hear the gospel message and, of course, have fun. The Numbers: Cost for 1 Child to go to camp: $150.00.  

 

NO JR Kids Church NEXT WEEK We will all be in the sanctuary for the VBS Closing Ceremony happening during the 10:30am service.  

 

Special Thanks to the Martha Committee! This sweet group sets up and serves meals to the family and friends attending funeral services here at FBC.  If you would like to be a part of this group, call the church office or let us know on your connect card.

 

Men’s Open Gym Senior High guys and older meet for a game of basketball or two every Monday from 7-9pm. Questions? Contact group point person, Tony Zaklama.

 

Ladies Retreat Weekend September 15-17, 2023 at the gorgeous Linck Hill Inn, Morris, PA.  Two Women…Two Stories…Two Songs… We hope you will join us for an unforgettable weekend of Bible Study, building relationships and so much more. Info pamphlets and sign up forms are in the main lobby! Space is limited!! Sign up to reserve your spot -$25 deposit required.

 

Fishnet This group of amazing ladies meets on Thursdays from 9AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer, 536 Fourteenth St., Riverside. They process large quantities of eyeglasses and sunglasses to be sent all over the world! If you would like to join them, please contact Donna Outt.

 

Active Retired Men in Service Thursdays @ 8:30AM. This great group of guys meets for devotions, prayer time and lots of fellowship! Following their group time, they also help out around the church as well. Come on over!

 

Family Fun Day is NEXT SUNDAY!! Following the VBS Closing ceremony during the 10:30 service, everyone is invited to enjoy hotdogs and hamburgers, a giant slip-n-slide, a Little’s Splash Area, crafts, Dunk Tank and MORE! No cost! We’ll also have volleyball & kickball games, can jam, lawn jenga, corn hole, and much more. (Outdoor events are weather pending)

 

Family Fun Day Volunteers Needed To make this event fun for everyone, we are going to need help!! Food logistics, setup support, game facilitators, clean up crew, etc. Sign up to help on your connect card or call the office. 

 

Cookie/Brownie Donations Needed We are having cookies & brownies for dessert and are in need of all flavors (2 dozen each). Interested? Let us know on your connect card or give the office a call! Please note if there are any nuts included!

 

Our next Worship Night will be at the Montour-Delong Fair, Sunday, July 23rd at 7pm

The FBC praise team will be leading worship for the Vesper Service again this year.   We  hope you will join us in supporting and reaching out to our community at this event.   The fairground address is 5848 Broadway Rd, Danville, PA 17821.

 

Ever see someone and can’t remember their name?  Or you have a name but no idea what they look like? Well……. It’s time to update OUR CHURCH PHOTO DIRECTORY. We are doing something different this time. In order to include as many families as possible, we would LOVE for you to submit your favorite family portrait or individual selfie. Here are the guidelines..

It would be great if we could have all our attenders in there, whether you have been coming here 6 months or 60+ years. Send photos to email@danvillefirstbaptist.org or text them to Rachel by Sept 24th.  Along with your photo, please send any updated information you would like included in the directory. Need help?  Call the office at (570) 275-1511 and we will set up a time for you to come in and have your picture taken.

Directories will be printed later this year.

*We reserve the right to crop/edit photo for best fit

**Must be approved. We reserve the right to ask for another photo. 

 

FBC Summer Bible Reading Program This year’s theme focuses on the miracles of Jesus.  Happy Reading!! Pick up your card at the library!

Complete and return to library by August 13th for a prize. Card must have parent/guardian signature! 

 

Lost Something? Check out our Lost & Found cabinet located next to the water fountains by the kitchen!

 

Summer Campground Ministry Each Sunday Join our own Terry Davis, Mark Acker and the Shamokin Area Christian Laymen Association as they share the good news each Sunday! 

 

Family Fun Day is Sunday, July 16!! Following the VBS Closing ceremony during the 10:30 service, everyone is invited to enjoy hotdogs and hamburgers, a giant slip-n-slide, a Little’s Splash Area, crafts, Dunk Tank and MORE! No cost! We’ll also have volleyball & kickball games, can jam, lawn jenga, corn hole, and much more. (Outdoor events are weather pending)

 

Family Fun Day Volunteers Needed To make this event fun for everyone, we are going to need help!! Food logistics, setup support, game facilitators, clean up crew, etc. Sign up to help on your connect card or call the office. 

 

Cookie/Brownie Donations Needed We are planning to have cookies & brownies for dessert at Family Fun Day and are in need of all flavors (2 dozen each). Interested? Let us know on your connect card or give the office a call! Please note if there are any nuts included!

 

VBS Volunteer Snacks Needed  We would greatly appreciate grab-n-go-friendly sweet or savory snack donations during VBS week for our awesome volunteers.  Homemade or store bought donations may be dropped off in the kitchen.  

 

Fellowship Fund Giving Opportunity In following the biblical directive to take care of our widows and orphans, FBC created the fellowship fund. This fund not only blesses those financially hurting in our church family, but also those who desire to invest in their marriages.  If you would like to give, please note “Fellowship Fund” in the memo of your check or on your envelope. 

 

Men’s Open Gym! Senior High guys and older meet for a game of basketball or two every Monday from 7-9pm. Questions? Contact group point person, Tony Zaklama.

 

Ladies Retreat Weekend September 15-17, 2023 at the gorgeous Linck Hill Inn, Morris, PA.  Two Women…Two Stories…Two Songs… We hope you will join us for an unforgettable weekend of Bible Study, building relationships and so much more. Info pamphlets and sign up forms are in the main lobby! Space is limited!! Sign up to reserve your spot -$25 deposit required.

 

 

VBS MISSION OF THE WEEK QUEBEC’S CHILDREN! The Missionaries: David and Kristy Kelly have four children and serve at the Sherbrooke campus of Word of Life (Parole de Vie) Bible Institute in French-speaking Quebec. Quebec is known as the “largest unreached 

people group in North America”! They teach Bible classes as well as French to those desiring to serve in the mission field. The Project: Many have grown up not going to church and don’t know who Jesus is. Word of Life organizes    summer camps for local children to come to learn about Jesus, hear the gospel message and, of course, have fun. The Numbers: Cost for 1 Child to go to camp: $150.00.  

 

FBC Summer Bible Reading Program! This year’s theme focuses on the miracles of Jesus. Happy Reading!! Kids in grades K-6 can pick up your card at the library! Complete and return to the library by August 13th for a prize. Card must have parent/guardian signature! 

 

Summer Campground Ministry every Sunday through Labor Day weekend! Join our own Terry Davis, Mark Acker and the Shamokin Area Christian Laymen Association as they share the good news each Sunday! 

 

Missionary Reception with our own Home grown missionaries happens Sunday at 6PM in BFLC. Dessert donations greatly appreciated!

 

Need help? Our middle schoolers are looking for simple yard or house jobs around VBS for this year’s mission trip. Contact the office with any jobs.

 

 

 Dessert donations greatly appreciated!

 

Need Help? Our middle schoolers are looking for simple yard or house work around VBS time for this year’s local mission trip. Contact the office with any jobs you may have.

 

Men’s Open Gym! Senior High guys and older meet for a game of basketball or two every Monday from 7-9pm. Questions? Contact group point person Tony Zaklama.

 

Ladies Retreat Weekend: September 15-17, 2023 at the gorgeous Linck Hill Inn, Morris, PA.  Two Women…Two Stories…Two Songs… We hope you will join us for an unforgettable weekend of Bible Study, building relationships and so much more. Info pamphlets and sign up forms are in the main lobby! Space is limited!! Sign up to reserve your spot -$25 deposit required.

 

1) VBS Team Sign-ups in Main Foyer!! We still have open slots available! Go to the Volunteer Training Portal to Access the Training Session Video, get t-shirt info, staff devos and more!  T-shirts – Suggested Donation $12 **After watching the training video and filling out the completed form, you may pick up your shirt in the church office!

 

2) Register your kids today! Ages 3 (must be potty trained!) to 6th grade. PRINTED REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE IN MAIN LOBBY AND GYM AREA

 

3) Knight’s Challenge – Invite 3 non-FBC friends  or neighbors to VBS this year. Pray for God to provide an opportunity and that  hearts would be open to coming. Give them a door hanger invite after asking them. Door hanger invites are available in main lobby and gym.

 

4) VBS MISSION OF THE WEEK is QUEBEC’S CHILDREN! The Missionaries: David and Kristy Kelly have four children and serve at the Sherbrooke campus of Word of Life (Parole de Vie) Bible Institute in French-speaking Quebec. Quebec is known as the “largest unreached 

people group in North America”! They teach Bible classes as well as French to those desiring to serve in the mission field. The Project: Many have grown up not going to church and don’t know who Jesus is. Word of Life organizes    summer camps for local children to come to learn about Jesus, hear the gospel message and, of course, have fun. The Numbers: Cost for 1 Child to go to camp: $150.00.  

 

Family Fun Day is Sunday, July 16!! Following the VBS Closing ceremony during the 10:30 service, everyone is invited to enjoy hotdogs and hamburgers, a giant slip-n-slide, a Little’s Splash Area, crafts, NEW!! Dunk Tank and MORE! No cost!  We’ll also have volleyball & kickball games, can jam, lawn jenga, corn hole, and much more. (Outdoor events are weather pending)

 

Family Fun Day Volunteers Needed! To make this event fun for everyone, we are going to need help!! Food logistics, setup support, game facilitators, clean up crew, etc. Sign up to help on your connect card or call the office. 

 

Cookie/Brownie Donations Needed We are planning to have cookies & brownies for dessert and are in need of all flavors (2 dozen each). Interested? Let us know on your connect card or give the office a call! Please note if there are any nuts included!

 

Summer Campground Ministry Each Sunday! Join our own Terry Davis, Mark Acker and the Shamokin Area Christian Laymen Association as they share the good news each Sunday! 

 

FBC Summer Bible Reading Program This year’s theme focuses on the miracles of Jesus. Kids in grades K-6 can pick up their card at the library! Complete and return to library by August 13th for a prize. Card must have parent/guardian signature!  Happy Reading!!

 

New Devotionals Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your new Keys for Kids & Our Daily Bread LARGE Print  for July | Aug. | Sept.!

 

 

In Honor of Our Fathers FBC is giving a monetary gift to our prison ministry. This ministry brings the good news of the gospel to prisoners in 3 local facilities. They have seen inmates come to know Christ as their Savior and have performed baptisms as well. 

 

Combined Adult Sunday School Sunday @ 9:15 in the gym – We welcome all Adult classes to join us as we hear from our missionaries, Tom & Annie Dennen with the Jesus Film Project, CRU.  They will be giving an update of how God has been working in their lives and the life of the ministry.  

 

 Dessert donations greatly appreciated!

 

Thank You!! A huge shoutout to all the men who helped dismantle and transport our new-to-us playground equipment.  We look forward to seeing our little ones playing on it in the near future.

 

New Devos In! Check out the Tract Rack and Welcome Table (gym) for the latest Keys for Kids and Our Daily Bread LARGE PRINT for July | Aug. | Sept. 

 

Men’s Open Gym! Senior High guys and older meet for a game of basketball or two every Monday from 7-9pm. Questions? Contact group point person Tony Zaklama.

 

Experience Mission Bible & Christian Literature Collection Accepting donations of Bibles, concordances, commentaries, Christian books & magazines, devotionals & tracts, CD’s & DVD’s, Sunday School & VBS material.  See cart near kitchen for more detailed info and drop off.   Donations are due by June 25th.

 

Ladies Retreat Weekend: September 15-17, 2023 at the gorgeous Linck Hill Inn, Morris, PA.  Two Women…Two Stories…Two Songs… We hope you will join us for an unforgettable weekend of Bible Study, building relationships and so much more. Info pamphlets and sign up forms are in the main lobby! Space is limited!! Sign up to reserve your spot -$25 deposit required.

 

More Home Groups We are currently looking for facilitators and host homes! If you would like info or to sign up, call the office or check out www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/home-groups-faq

 

 

Family Fun Day is Sunday, July 16!! Following the VBS Closing ceremony, during the 10:30 service, everyone is invited to enjoy hotdogs and hamburgers, a giant slip-n-slide, a Little’s Splash Area, crafts, NEW!! Dunk Tank and MORE! No cost! We’ll also have volleyball & kickball games, can jam, lawn jenga, corn hole, and much more. (Outdoor events are weather pending)

 

Family Fun Day Volunteers Needed! To make this event fun for everyone, we are going to need help!! Food logistics, setup support, game facilitators, clean up crew, etc. Sign up to help on your connect card or call the office. 

 

Cookie/Brownie Donations Needed! We are planning to have cookies & brownies for dessert and are in need of all flavors (2 dozen each). Interested? Let us know on your connect card or give the office a call! Please note if they contain any nuts.

 

Need help? Our middle schoolers are looking for simple yard or house jobs around VBS time for this year’s local mission trip. Contact the office with any jobs.

 

Summer Campground Ministry Each Sunday! Join our own Terry Davis, Mark Acker and the Shamokin Area Christian Laymen Association as they share the good news each Sunday! 

 

FBC Summer Reading Program! Our Library is welcoming kids from Kindergarten to 6th grade to take part in our Bible Reading Challenge! Stop in to pick up your card and earn a prize once you have finished! A parent/guardian signature is required on your completed card for prize eligibility. Cards are due by August 13th! Happy reading!!

 

Combined Adult Sunday School Next Sunday, June 18 @ 9:15 in the gym – We welcome all Adult classes to join us as we hear from our missionaries, Tom & Annie Dennen with the Jesus Film Project, CRU. They will be giving an update of how God has been working in their lives and the life of the ministry.

 

A Missionary Reception for Mike & Debbie Bannon With World Venture is happening Sunday, June 25th at 6PM. Come join us in the gym as we encourage and are encouraged by hearing how God is working in their lives. Dessert donations greatly appreciated!

 

New Devotionals! Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your new Keys for Kids & Our Daily Bread LARGE Print for July | Aug. | Sept.!

 

FBC Summer Reading Program! Our Library is welcoming kids from Kindergarten to 6th grade to take part in our Bible Reading Challenge! Stop in to pick up your card and earn a prize once you have finished! A parent/guardian signature is required on your completed card for prize eligibility. Cards are due by August 13th! Happy reading!!

 

Ladies Retreat Weekend: September 15-17, 2023 at the gorgeous Linck Hill Inn, Morris, PA. Two Women…Two Stories…Two Songs… We hope you will join us for an unforgettable weekend of Bible Study, building relationships and so much more. Info pamphlets and sign up forms are in the main lobby! Space is limited!! Sign up to reserve your spot -$25 deposit required.

 

More Home Groups! We are currently looking for facilitators and host homes! If you would like info or to sign up, call the office or check out www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/home-groups-faq

 

Experience Missions Bible & Christian Literature Collection Donations can be placed on cart near the kitchen.

 

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Summer Campground Ministry Every Sunday! Join our own Terry Davis, Mark Acker and the Shamokin Area Christian Laymen Association as they share the good news each Sunday!

 

Library is Open Sundays! 9:15am – 10:15am – Check out our ever changing and growing selections for ALL ages, needs and genres. Did you know?? We also carry Bible Studies, Apologetics, Counseling, Biographies, Fiction, DVD’s, Missions, Pre-Teen & Teen Resources and so much more.

 

1) Have YOU signed up to help out yet? VBS Team Sign-ups in Main Foyer!!

2) NEW! Volunteer Training Portal. Access the Training Session Video, get t-shirt info (must watch video), staff devos and more! T-shirts – Suggested Donation $12

3) Registration is OPEN for kids Ages 3 (must be potty-trained) to 6th grade. PRINTED REGISTRATIONS AVAILABLE IN MAIN LOBBY AND GYM AREA

4) Prayer Guides—30 Days/Ways YOU can pray for this ministry. Join us in prayer for the month of June over this outreach event, that God would be glorified. Pick one up today!

5) Knight’s Challenge – Invite 3 non-FBC friends or neighbors to VBS this year, Pray for God to provide an opportunity and that hearts would be open to coming, Give them a door hanger invite after asking them. (Door hanger invites are available in main lobby and gym.)

 

 

Worship Night Join us at tonight at 7pm in the chapel for a laid back night of singing songs of praise to our amazing God!

 

Red Cross Blood Drive Monday – Stop by the BFLC (gym) from 12:30-5:30pm. Register for a time slot today at www.redcross.org.

 

FBC Summer Reading Program! Our Library is welcoming kids from Kindergarten to 6th grade to take part in our Bible Reading Challenge! Stop in to pick up your card and earn a prize once you have finished! A parent/guardian signature is required on your completed card for prize eligibility. Cards are due by August 13th! Happy reading!!

 

Ladies Retreat Weekend September 15-17, 2023 at the gorgeous Linck Hill Inn, Morris, PA. Two Women…Two Stories…Two Songs… We hope you will join us for an unforgettable weekend of Bible Study, building relationships and so much more. Info pamphlets and sign up forms are in the main lobby! Space is limited!! Sign up to reserve your spot -$25 deposit required.

 

Fishnet This group of amazing ladies meets on Thursdays from 9AM-12 noon. They process large quantities of eyeglasses and sunglasses to be sent all over the world! If you would like to join them, please contact Donna Outt. This week they will be meeting at the church in Room 7.

 

More Home Groups! We are currently looking for facilitators and host homes! If you would like info or to sign up, call the office or check out www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/home-groups-faq

 

Fellowship Fund Giving Opportunity In following the biblical directive to take care of our widows and orphans, FBC created the fellowship fund. This fund not only blesses those financially hurting in our church family, but also those who desire to invest in their marriages. If you would like to give, please note “Fellowship Fund” in the memo of your check or on your envelope.

 

Have YOU signed up yet? VBS Team Sign-ups in Main Foyer!! Make sure you are up-to-date with your clearances at  danvillefirstbaptist.org/safe-church. Go to our website to complete the annual Safe Church Training videos and fill out the corresponding form.

Registration is now OPEN for kids ages 3 (must be potty trained) to 6th grade. Pick up a paper copy in the main lobby.

 

NOW AVAILABLE!! VBS Prayer Guides—30 Days/Ways YOU can pray for this ministry. Join us in prayer for the month of June over this outreach event, that God would be glorified. Pick one up today! The Knight’s Challenge—invite 3 non-FBC friends or neighbors to VBS this year. Door hanger invites are available in main lobby and gym.

 

Playground Pickup We are looking for help to pick up a donated playground set on June 10th or 17th. If you are interested, contact Buddy Yarger for more information at byarger@danvillefirstbaptist.org. 

 

Summer Campground Ministry Begins May 28! Join our own Terry Davis, Mark Acker and the Shamokin Area Christian Laymen Association as they share the good news each Sunday!

 

Combined Adult Sunday School Sunday, June 18 @ 9:15 in the gym – We welcome all Adult classes to join us as we hear from our missionaries, Tom & Annie Dennen with the Jesus Film Project, CRU. They will be giving an update of how God has been working in their lives and the life of the ministry.

 

Experience Missions Bible & Christian Literature Collection Donations can be placed on cart near the kitchen

 

College Age/Young Adult Sunday School in Room 8 (JR Kids) – Led by our DiscipleMakers missionary, Jared Knorr, you will have the chance to learn from God’s Word, discuss relevant topics, and make new friends.