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SUNDAY, JULY 24, 2016

Posted on Jul 23, 2016 in General |

The River baptism service planned for today has been rescheduled to August 28.

Please note the date change!Join us Wednesday, August 3 – Summer Business Meeting – Ice Cream Social -:Reports & updates from our boards. See the below for details of a proposal being presented by Pastor John.Everyone is welcome to attend, (only members may vote.)

Thanks

to our great crew of leaders and helpers at VBS last Week! Thanks also to the Family Fun Day team for a great day of fun and community outreach!

The Good Samaritan Socks & Underwear Drive is Here!

Please bring your donation of new socks & underwear for boys and girls, sizes 4-16 to the chapel foyer today & next Sunday, July 31st. These items will be given by the Good Samaritan ministry to local students in need as they prepare for 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.

Luo Pad Work Session

: We will meet in the BLFC on Tuesday, July 26 from 9 AM – 12 PM. Sewers & non-sewers welcome. Plan to come to help trace, cut (bring your fabric cutting scissors), sew & turn. Bring your sewing machine if possible. Questions? Contact the office.

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 the church office.

Business Meeting 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 technicians both in our church and in our community (outreach). Total cost of the proposal is $38,988 and would come from the Building Fund. If you have any questions in advance, please contact one of our pastors.

Danville World Hunger Project/Gain: On Saturday, September 24, from 9-11 AM, in the BFLC, we will be packing 36,000rice-lentil meals for refugees. We need 250 volunteers and $12,000 for this project. To sign up and/or donate, please go to https://www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/featured-events/.

Summer Change Project: Each summer, the Mission Board hands out a Summer Change Can to each FBC family. The money collected is used by the FBC Haiti Teams to purchase glasses which the Teams then distribute while there. Glasses for each trip usually cost about $1400 and include 900 pairs of UV sunglasses and 250 pairs of reading and distance glasses.

See the Bulletin Board for information on another RailRiders Baseball Faith & Family Night, Friday, August 5. Saline, Pastor John’s band will be providing a pre & post game concert.

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.

Cookies, brownies and other “non-melting” 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!

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.

Luo Pad Work Session : We will meet in the BLFC on Tuesday, July 26 from 9 AM – 12 PM. Sewers & non-sewers welcome. Plan to come to help trace, cut (bring your fabric cutting scissors), sew & turn. Bring your sewing machine if possible. Questions? Contact the office.

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

technicians both in our church and in our community (outreach). Total cost of the proposal is $38,988 and would come from the Building Fund. If you have any questions in advance, please contact one of our pastors.

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, March 27, 2016

Posted on Mar 26, 2016 in General, Newsletter |

Next Sunday is Barnabas Sunday. Please place donations of canned fruit in the basket in the foyer to be delivered to our local food bank. Monetary gifts should be made out to Danville Area Food Bank.

If you are interested in being baptized , please talk to one of the pastors. A baptism service is planned for Sunday, April 3.

Midweek Meal : Join us for our Midweek Family Meal on Wednesday, March 30. This week’s menu is oven-crusted chicken, mac & cheese, stewed tomatoes, green beans, and desserts. Please sign up by Monday, March 28 on the Ramp Bulletin Board, in your SBS class, or by calling the office. Suggested donation for meals is $3 per person/$10 per family. If you would like to take a meal to a shut-in there is no charge.

College Student Care Packages: If you would like to help send boxes to our college students, please place donations in the box located in the kitchen foyer. Today is the deadline for updated addresses for college students. Parents, please stop by the Information Desk to fill out the necessary information to be sure your child receives a box.

SURGE Young Adult Conference : May 13-15 ~ A deposit of $30 is needed to hold your spot, with the remaining amount due before leaving. Please talk to Lynn Wintersteen for all the details.

Thanks to everyone who donated Easter flowers in memory/honor of loved ones. You are welcome to take them home this morning after the 10:30 service.

The Ministry of The Word the NEXT Lord’s Day Sunday, April 3 ~ Communion Sunday9:00 AM & 10:30 AM “Teamwork in Doing His Work!” Acts 18 Pastor Harry Wonderland11:45 AM ~ Youth Parent Informative Meeting/Chapel 4:00 PM ~ Christian Ed Meeting/Conference Room6:00 PM ~ Baptism & Reception

Mission Projects: : We have been collecting materials for Luo Pads, and now it is time to make the pads. All ladies are invited to come together to help complete this project on Tuesday, April 5. Please contact Brenda Dunham or Patty Miller for more information.
Our Haiti Mission Team is preparing for their trip April 16-23. In addition to prayer and financial support, there are a couple projects that will help them minister to the people in Haiti. #1 – Please bring clean, dry Weis/Giant plastic bags. These are used to put beans/rice packs in to give to families in the churches where they will serve. Bags may be placed in the laundry basket located in the BFLC Coat Room.
#2 – Choose an item from the display board in the chapel hallway to help purchase recreational items for the children at the various churches where the team will be holding clinics. Place your gift in the envelope and drop it in the gift box

All ages are welcome to join others travelling to the Faith & Family RailRiders game on April 26. Deadline to purchase group tickets for $5 each is April 8, so please sign up at the Information Desk or email the office with the number of tickets you would like. We will be leaving the church parking lot at 4 PM. In addition to enjoying the game with friends and family, Saline (Pastor John’s Band) will be playing before and after the game.

The PA Primary election is coming on April 26. Voters will be choosing who they want to be their party’s nominee for several state offices as well as President. March 28 is the last day to register to vote, change your address, name or party affiliation. (PA has a closed primary meaning only those registered as a Democrat or Republican may vote in their party’s primary). The form needed is available at our Information Desk or online at www.pavoterservices.state.pa.us. For questions contact your county courthouse. Please don’t miss this opportunity to exercise your right to vote. Prayerfully consider your vote and vote your values. Non-Partisan voter guides will be available at a later date.

Sunday, January 24, 2016

Posted on Jan 22, 2016 in General |

Sunday, November 8, 2015

Posted on Nov 6, 2015 in General |

Midweek Meal: Join us for our Midweek Family Meal on Wednesday, Nov. 11. The menu for this week is Patriotic Chicken Parmesan, Celebration Chicken pieces, Special Scalloped Potatoes, Commemorative Corn, and Dazzling Desserts. Please sign up by Monday, Nov. 9 on the Ramp Bulletin Board, in your SBS class, or by calling the office. Suggested donation for meals is $3 per person/$10 per family. If you would like to take a meal to a shut-in there is no charge. Desserts are provided on a volunteer basis

Midweek Ministries: 6:00-7:30 ~ Awana, Jr. High Youth, Adult Studies

Mission Reports: Tonight Frank Auker will be sharing in the chapel about his recent trip to Cuba. Next Sunday we will welcome missionaries Stan & Tami Brown. They will be sharing a greeting in the morning services, and giving a mission report at 6 PM in the BFLC. Please plan on attending and bring a dessert to share.

November 21st is First Baptist’s turn to host the Jubilee Kitchen. Please call the office if you have questions.

Good Samaritan Center is in desperate need of girls clothing, (sizes 4,5,6). If you can help, please drop your donations off on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, from 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

Please continue to pray for the Persecuted Church. To stay informed of current prayer needs, go to www.icommittopray.com.

~ MARK YOUR CALENDARS ~

November 20-21 ~ Youth 30 Day Famine
November 21 ~ Jubilee Kitchen
November 22 ~ Turkey Bowl
November 25 ~ Thanksgiving Eve Service

Sunday, September 20, 2015

Posted on Sep 18, 2015 in General |

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Sunday, April 26, 2015

Posted on Apr 23, 2015 in General |