Sunday, July 17, 2016
Posted on Jul 16, 2016 in General, Newsletter |
A River Baptism Service – Next Sunday, July 24 at 3 PM. East side of the Danville/Riverside bridge. (Turn right off Water Street.) Bring your lawn chairs. *Please let Pastor Dawes know no later than Monday, July 18 if you would like to be baptized at this service.
The Good Samaritan Socks & Underwear Drive is Coming! Please bring your donation of new socks & underwear for boys and girls, sizes 4-16 to the chapel foyer July 24 & 31. These items will be given by the Good Samaritan ministry to local students in need as they begin the new school year.
Announcing Haiti Team XI – Applications are available for our next trip to Haiti, December 31 – January 7. Please stop by the Information Desk to pick up additional information and an application if you are interested in participating in this ministry opportunity.
Ladies in Grades 5 ~ 8: The Daughters of the Divine Class is inviting you to a special tea! It will take place on Sunday, August 14 at 9:00 AM in the Beveridge Family Life Center. Please RSVP to your SBS teacher by August 7.
Attn Adult Ladies: It’s that time of year again for Ladies Fall Retreat! Our theme is “Garden Getaway/A Walk with God,” September 16-18. There is still time for you to join us! You will discover how God is at work in your life, no matter what season of life you’re in. Our journey will take us through Ecclesiastes 3. Cost of $160 includes transportation, lodging, 5 meals and study materials. We have something new this year, canvas painting! To register, contact Sheri Croll at 570-441-2471 or email her at slcroll630@gmail.com
Summer Business Meeting & Ice Cream Social, Wednesday, July 27 at 6:30 PM. We will review reports and attend to New Business. Take note of the information below from Pastor John. Officers: your reports for the Business meeting are due in the office July 24.
Proposal: The Trustees have confirmed and set forth a proposal from Somerset Media Group, for the approval of the congregation, to address the sound concerns in the sanctuary and radio room. The proposal will be presented at the upcoming business meeting. The upgrade would replace our sound consoles that are beginning to break down, meet the monitor needs of an ever-expanding music ministry, improve sound quality in the sanctuary where there has been uneven sound distribution and “dead spots’, and greatly improve the sound quality of our radio ministry. This proposal will also provide future audio needs for live-streaming services and events, as well as provide new opportunities for training of sound
DVD available: A copy of the tribute for Pastor Harry, a full length version of his challenge to FBC and Pastor Harry and Lynn sharing
special memories of their time at FBC will be available in the Office. A donation to help cover costs would be appreciated.
“With Dr. Bob in Ethiopia” Dr. Bob Bowers, a missionary supported by FBC, has written a book about the challenges he and his wife, Marion,
experienced while serving in Ethiopia from 1974 until they were forced to leave in 1997. A sample copy of the book may be viewed at the Information Desk. Book purchases may be made at Amazon.com or from the Bowers directly by contacting them at 570-724-6809.
Sunday, July 10, 2016
Posted on Jul 9, 2016 in Newsletter |
Today during the SBS hour their will be a Child Safe Church training session in the BFLC. Please attend if you are helping with VBS & still need this class to complete the requirements.
You’re invited to join God’s Champions in the Music Room today at 8 or 9:15 AM to finish the “Surviving to Thriving: Successfully Including the Child with Special Needs” video. Please come & join us even if you missed last time because the video is comprised of small mini videos.
Young Adult Cookout! TODAY, 2:30 PM at the Wintersteen’s Farm. Please plan to bring a dish to share & RSVP to Sheri ll or Lynn They will provide directions.
New Prayer Letters have arrived from several of our missionaries. Be sure to pick up your copy in the Chapel Hallway.
A River Baptism Service is planned for July 24. Please let Pastor Dawes know as soon as possible if you are interested in being baptized at this service. Cookies, brownies and other “non-metling” finger foods are needed for the baptism reception. Please bring your donations to the kitchen Sunday morning, July 24, clearly marked “Baptism Reception” or the baptism service that evening. Thanks!
Family Fun Day: Items needed to borrow for the day are large garbage cans or barrels and canopies. If you are able to help with either item, please contact the church office.
Mark your calendar: Summer Business Meeting & Ice Cream Social Wednesday, July 27 at 6:30 PM. We will review reports and attend to New Business. Officers: reports are due in the office July 24.
DVD available: A copy of the tribute for Pastor Harry, a full length version of his challenge to FBC and Pastor Harry and Lynn sharing
special memories of their time at FBC will be available at the Info Desk. A donation to help cover costs would be appreciated.
“With Dr. Bob in Ethiopia” Dr. Bob Bowers, a missionary supported by FBC, has written a book about the challenges he and his wife, Marion, experienced while serving in Ethiopia from 1974 until they were forced to leave in 1997. A sample copy of the book may be viewed at the
Sunday, June 26, 2016
Posted on Jun 25, 2016 in Newsletter |
A warm welcome to each of you today as we come together for this service of thanksgiving & praise to God for the ministry of the Wonderlands at First Baptist Church and in our community. Welcome to our guest speakers who will be sharing today regarding Pastor Harry’s ministry in places outside our church. Thanks to each of you for coming and sharing this special day with us. We also welcome the Wonderland children/grandchildren and other family members & friends who were able to join us today. We are so glad you could come!
Wednesday, June 29th ~ deep cleaning of our church kitchen beginning at 10:00 AM. Please call the office if you have questions.
Next Sunday is Barnabas Sunday. This is an opportunity to help our Area Food Bank. Please place your donations of Jello & Pudding in the basket in the foyer. If making a monetary donation, please make checks out to Danville Area Food Bank.
Next Week ~ July 3, 2016
8:00 AM & 10:30 AM
“Our FREEDOM has been Paid in Full & it is a Personal Decision”
Pastor Dawes Dunham
9:15 AM ~ Sunday School for all ages
Greeting Ministry Opportunity: Greeters are needed to extend a warm welcome (about twice a quarter) to our visitors and regular attendees
before the Morning Worship Services and Sunday School. If you are interested in showing God’s love through this ministry, contact the office
Check out the ramp bulletin board for information regarding some events that are in our area this summer.
A River Baptism Service is planned for July 24. Please let Pastor Dawes know as soon as possible if you are interested in being baptized at this service.
Faith & Family Night #2 ~ please check out the poster on the bulletin board to see all that is planned at the RailRiders game on Friday, August 5. Pastor John’s band “Saline” is one of the featured events. If you need additional information, please contact the office.
Sunday, June 26, 2016
Posted on Jun 18, 2016 in Newsletter |
Next Week ~ Special Celebration Sunday ~ June 26, 2016
9:15 – 10:00 ~ Sunday Bible School Classes
10:30 AM ~ Celebration Service for the ministry of the Wonderlands
Special Prayer Meetings are happening each Wednesday evening at 6:30 PM in the Chapel. Please plan on joining in this special time of prayer for our nation and church on the last 2 Wednesday nights in June.
Please pick up a VBS Prayer Guide at the Information Desk this morning which will give you a specific request for each day leading up to VBS.
Red Cross Blood Drive: Please stop by the BFLC tomorrow, June 20, from 1:00-6:00 PM, to donate blood.
Kitchen Housecleaning ~ : Please circle K on your connect card if you could come help clean our church kitchen on June 29th at 10:00 AM. Talk to Maryann Puccio if you have questions.
Greeting Ministry Opportunity: Greeters are needed to extend a warm welcome (about twice a quarter) to our visitors and regular attendees before the Morning Worship Services and Sunday School. If you are interested in showing God’s love through this ministry, please circle “G” on your Connect Card.
There are open spots that need to be filled for both Jr. High & Sr. High Harvey Cedars Youth Camp. If you are
interested, please talk to Pastor Luke.
Sr. High ~ July 25-30
Jr. High ~ August 1-5
Sunday, June 12, 2016
Posted on Jun 11, 2016 in Newsletter |
YOUTH NEWS:
Van leaves church at 5:30 PM & returns at 9:00 PM.
– Final balances for Harvey Cedars are due TODAY. Please contact the office with questions.
– 24/7 Jr. High Missions ~ let Pastor Luke know by next Sunday if you plan on being part of this ministry July 13-16.
Mandatory VBS Training Meeting ~ all VBS workers and helpers are required to attend this meeting (if you didn’t go to meeting #1). Please meet in the Springer Chapel at 6:30 PM on Thursday, June 16.
Praise Band Auditions: : Anyone interested in using their music gifts with the Praise Band will need to complete an application and then go through an audition process. Email Pastor John at pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org to receive the application, the songs for your instrument, and a time slot for your audition on June 16th from 5:00-6:45 pm (20 minute time slots). If you have any questions, please contact Pastor John.
~ “30 Days of Prayer for the Muslin World” for June 6-July 5 ~ pick up at the Information Desk.
~ VBS Calendar – starts today ~ Pick up at the Information Desk
~ New Missionary Prayer Letters ~ Pick up in the Chapel Hallway
June 21. The church van will leave the parking lot at 7 AM, returning about 8 PM.
June 26: Pastor Harry & Lynn Retirement Celebrations
July10: Youth Backyard Tour
July 17: Family Fun Day
July 24: River Baptisms & Youth Backyard Tour
August 7: “Home Happenings”
August 14: Montour-DeLong Fair Vespers
August 21: Movie Night at FBC
August 28: Hymn Sing
Sunday, June 5, 2016
Posted on Jun 4, 2016 in Newsletter |
You are invited to a free night of worship tonight, June 5, from 5:30 to 9:00 PM. Pastor John’s band, Saline, will be featured, with special guest Freedom Calls. The evening will also have food, spoken word, and fun! Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a night out at the Bloomsburg Town Park!
~ UPCOMING MANDATORY TRAINING MEETINGS ~
~ Tuesday, June 7, 6:30 PM in the Springer Chapel
This is open to all who are helping with VBS. You only need to attend one of these sessions.
Call to Prayer ~ “Call to Me, and I will answer you.” Jeremiah 33:3Please join us every Wednesday in June at 6:30 PM
in the chapel to pray specifically for our church & our nation.
GAiN Warehouse Trip Plan on going along to the GAiN Warehouse on Tuesday, June 21. There are a variety of projects you can choose to help with. The bus will leave FBC parking lot at 7 AM and return about 8 PM. Wear closed toe shoes and bring a sack lunch. We will stop for dinner on the way home. Please sign up on the ramp bulletin board so plans can be made. Even if you prefer to drive on your own, please put your name on the sign-up sheet and indicate you will be taking your own car. This is a great outing for families; children and parents can work side by side.
Sunday, May 29, 2016
Posted on May 28, 2016 in Newsletter |
Next Sunday is Barnabas Sunday. This is an opportunity to help our Area Food Bank. Please place your donations of canned fruit in the basket in the foyer. If making a monetary donation, make checks out to Danville Area Food Bank.
God hears our prayer, He knows our needs. There’s great power in uniting together, turning our hearts towards our Lord,
and praying on behalf of our church and our nation during this time of great need.
JOIN US EVERY WEDNESDAY IN JUNE AT 6:30 PM IN THE CHAPEL
Philippians 4:6
pick up a book.
Fellas’ Fellowship will continue through the month of June on Wed. nights at 6:30 PM. Pastor Harry will be leading the series of Authentic Manhood: A Man & His Work. Any guys are welcome to jump in when you can whether you’ve been part of the group before or not.
VBS On-Line Registration is available on our web-site until July 9. VBS dates are July 11-15, with Family Fun Day on Sunday, July 17. Please pick up flyers at the Information Desk to invite friends or neighbor children. All helpers/workers should plan to attend a VBS Training Meeting on June 7 or June 16 at 6:30 PM in the Chapel.
Greeting Ministry Opportunity: Greeters are needed to extend a warm welcome (about twice a quarter) to our visitors and regular attendees before the Morning Worship Services and Sunday School. If you are interested in showing God’s love through this ministry, please circle “G” on your Connect Card.
Music in the Park ~ A free night of worship is planned for Sunday, June 5, from 5:30 to 9:00 PM. Pastor John’s band, Saline, will be featured, with special guest Freedom Calls. The evening will also have food, spoken word, and fun! Bring a lawn chair and enjoy a night out at the Bloomsburg Town Park!
Retirement celebration for Pastor Harry & Lynn.
10:30 AM. ~ Combined service of thanksgiving
Silver Moon Banquet Hall
(*Tickets required.)
New materials are available at the Tract Rack. Please help yourself to new Summer devotional books, Father’s Day tracts, and a 30-day Prayer Guide for the Muslin World to use June 6 – July 5.
June 5 ~ New Time Schedule
June 7 ~ 6:30 PM ~ VBS Training/Chapel
June 12 ~ Special Needs Training during SBS Hour
June 12 ~ Youth Backyard Tour
June 16 ~ 6:30 PM ~ VBS Training/Chapel
June 19 ~ Haiti Trip Mission Report during SBS Hour
June 20-25 ~ Sr. High Mission Trip/Rochester, NY
June 21 ~ GAiN Warehouse Trip
June 26 ~ Pastor Harry & Lynn Retirement Celebrations
July 10 ~ Youth Backyard Tour
July11-15 ~ Vacation Bible School
July 13-16 ~ Jr. High Missions
July 17 ~ Family Fun Day
July 24 ~ Youth Backyard Tour
July 25-30 ~ Sr. High Harvey Cedars
August 1-5 ~ Jr. High Harvey Cedars
Sunday, May 22, 2016
Posted on May 21, 2016 in Newsletter |
New materials are available at the Tract Rack. Please help yourself to new Summer devotional books, Father’s Day tracts, and a 30-day Prayer Guide for the Muslin World to use June 6 – July 5.
VBS On-Line Registration is available on our web-site until July 9. VBS dates are July 11-15, with Family Fun Day on Sunday, July 17.
Greeting Ministry Opportunity : Greeters are needed to extend a warm welcome (about twice a quarter) to our visitors and regular attendees before the Morning Worship Services and Sunday School. If you are interested in showing God’s love through this ministry, please circle “G” on your Connect Card.
All volunteer schedules are being placed on an online program called “Planning Center Online”. If you serve in a volunteer capacity you may be receiving an email welcoming you to Planning Center, and email reminders for when you are scheduled to serve. If you have questions, please talk to Pastor John.
10:30 AM. ~ Combined service of thanksgiving
5:00 PM ~ First Baptist Family Celebration
If you have not picked up your invitation with all of the details, please pick one up at the Information Desk.
*Tickets available in the office through June 12.
Sunday, May 15, 2016
Posted on May 14, 2016 in Newsletter |
Next Sunday – DHS Baccalaureate Service ~ 7 PM in the DMS Auditorium
Baccalaureate is a student-planned, but voluntary event to celebrate the spiritual aspects of Graduation. You are encouraged to attend Baccalaureate next Sunday to support the students who attend. Pastor Dawes will have a part in the service and our church will be providing refreshments. Please bring cookies/brownies to donate for the refreshment table. You may leave them in the kitchen on Sunday morning (leave on back counter) or bring them directly to service.
You’re Invited! If you have not yet picked up an invitation to Pastor Harry and Lynn’s retirement celebration on June 26, please stop by the Information Desk to pick up your invitation with all of the details.
VBS On-Line Registration is available on our web-site until July 9. VBS dates are July 11-15, with Family Fun Day on Sunday, July 17.
Thank you to everyone who helped at our Spring Fling Booth by setting up, tearing down, handing out packets, singing, praying, or making crafts. As always, it was a great opportunity to be visible to thousands of people who were present in downtown Danville.
With the time change fast approaching, we are gearing up for many great ministry opportunities! We need your help to make this happen. To plan more effectively for both services, we are now scheduling many of our volunteers using an online program called “Planning Center Online.” In the next few weeks, we will be adding many of our Sunday ministries into the scheduling system. Even if you are not “tech-savvy,” don’t worry, this program runs mainly through email. Details about this program can be found on our website, under the “serve” menu button. In the meantime, you may receive an email welcoming you to Planning Center, and email reminders for when you are scheduled to serve. If you’re feeling ambitious, please login to your account and block out dates you will be away!
All ladies are welcome to join the Luo pad project. The next meeting has been moved to May 24. Call Brenda Dunham or Patty Miller for details.
examining margins and boundaries that God enables us to put around things we enjoy so that we will never become slaves again to activities and busyness. These things swallow up our rest and peace. Let’s focus on how we can breathe and build margins into our lives for God. Please join us for this encouraging 5 week study during the month of June to build a closer relationship with God and with other like-minded women. See you then!!! (It’s Summer ~ plug in when you can; don’t worry if you have to miss a few sessions).
Attention Ladies: Come join us for a walk with God, September 16-18, at Women’s Retreat. We will learn how to navigate through the various
seasons of life as we gather together for a weekend of worship, studying scripture, a canvas painting session, and delicious meals! Stop by our
table in the foyer to pick up registration packets. Cost is $160 which includes lodging, meals, transportation, and study guides. Hope you can join us.
GAIN WAREHOUSE TIME AGAIN: Plan on going along to the GAIN Warehouse on Tuesday, June 21. There you can help pack clothing, school supplies, seeds, rice & beans, make Gospel bead bracelets, and prepare other humanitarian aid for shipment to those in need around the world. The bus will leave FBC parking lot at 7 AM and return around 8 PM. Wear closed toe shoes and bring a sack lunch. We will stop for dinner on the way home. Please sign up on the ramp bulletin board so plans can be made. Even if you prefer to drive on your own, please put your name on the sign-up sheet and indicate you will be taking your own car. This is a great outing for families; children and parents can work side by side.
M & M Tubes may be returned anytime before the GAiN Team goes to the Warehouse on June 21. Drop off your M & M tube at the Info Desk.
Sunday, May 8, 2016
Posted on May 7, 2016 in Newsletter |
VBS On-Line Registration is available on our web-site until July 9. VBS dates are July 11-15, with Family Fun Day on Sunday, July 17.
Attention Ladies: Come join us for a walk with God, September 16-18, at Women’s Retreat. We will learn how to navigate through the various
seasons of life as we gather together for a weekend of worship, studying scripture, a canvas painting session, and delicious meals! Stop by our
table in the foyer to pick up registration packets. Cost is $160 which includes lodging, meals, transportation, and study guides. Hope you can join us.
The Community Play Group is now meeting at Riverside Park on Mondays at 10:00 AM. Moms, dads, and grandparents are invited to come join in the fellowship and fun. Spread the word to families with young children.
NO Sr. High Youth today
WEDNESDAY ~ 5:00 PM ~ J.A.M. ~ Sanctuary
WEDNESDAY ~ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM ~ Final Jr. High for the season/Youth Room
Camp Deposits due ~ May 15
due on June 12th.
New Service Schedule: On June 5 we will begin our new service schedule.
Traditional Service ~ 8:00 AM
Sunday Bible School ~ 9:15 AM
An “Exploring FBC” Class is being offered this month. This 3 session class is for anyone who would like to find out more about our church, ways to be involved and/or membership. The class will be held on May 8, 15, & 22, at 9 AM in Conference Room.
Softball Season ~ : It’s not too late to join us. Most of our games are played on our own field and begin at 6:30. Players should arrive by 6:00 PM.
Parents of High School & College Grads ~
: Please stop by the Info Desk and fill out a Graduate form so your child will be included on our Graduate list.
Parents of HS Graduates ~ while you are at the Info Desk, please indicate if you plan on attending the Graduation Banquet on Sunday, May 29 at 12:00 noon in the BFLC. ALSO please submit photos of your graduate as soon as possible to ensure they are included in the annual High School Graduate Slide Show. Baccalaureate for Danville High School will be on Sunday, May 22. Our Graduation Sunday is scheduled for May 29.
J.A.M. will continue this week on Wednesday night for any young musician (youth) interested in learning or bettering their music skills and
knowledge of worship. We’ll gather at 5:00 in the sanctuary, have a short lesson/message and then spend the rest of the time playing and singing worship songs and learning different music/instruments. Parents may pick up their student at 6:30 PM (or students may go straight to Jr. High youth group at 6 PM). For more information, contact Pastor John at pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org
All ladies are welcome to join the Luo pad project. The next meeting has been moved to May 24. Call Brenda Dunham or Patty Miller for details.
GAIN WAREHOUSE TIME AGAIN: Plan on going along to the GAIN Warehouse on Tuesday, June 21. There you can help pack clothing, school
supplies, seeds, rice & beans, make Gospel bead bracelets, and prepare other humanitarian aid for shipment to those in need around the world. The bus will leave FBC parking lot at 7 AM and return around 8 PM. Wear closed toe shoes and bring a sack lunch. We will stop for dinner on the way home. Please sign up on the ramp bulletin board so plans can be made. Even if you prefer to drive on your own, please put your name on the sign-up sheet and indicate you will be taking your own car. This is a great outing for families; children and parents can work side by side.
examining margins and boundaries that God enables us to put around things we enjoy so that we will never become slaves again to activities and busyness. These things swallow up our rest and peace. Let’s focus on how we can breathe and build margins into our lives for God. Please join us for this encouraging 5 week study during the month of June to build a closer relationship with God and with other like-minded women. See you then!!! (It’s Summer ~ plug in when you can; don’t worry if you have to miss a few sessions).