Tacos with the Team FOR NEW ATTENDERS!! Sunday (9/28) in the gym after the 10:30am service. Come for lunch and get to know our pastors and staff.

 

Donuts with the Deacons Sunday (9/28) 9-9:20am & 10:10-10:30 Here is the chance to meet your deacon!! Between the services and Sunday School, come on down to the gym, grab your coffee and a donut and find your table to talk to your deacon!

 

New Our Daily Breads Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your new Large Print devotional for October | November | December.

 

New Kids Devos are here! Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your copy of Keys for Kids and Unlocked (for teens) for Sept. | Oct. | Nov.

 

Red Cross Blood Drive will be here tomorrow, September 29, in the BFLC (gym) from 1-6pm. Register for a time slot to donate at www.redcross.org.

 

October is Staff Appreciation Month! Celebrate our pastors and Children’s Ministry Director by leaving a card or note of thanks at the table in the main lobby.

 

Wednesday Family Meal
Please remember to sign up for the Wednesday night meal no later than Sunday to ensure we have enough food for Wednesday night.
Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family
Sign Up Sunday: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office
Menu: Shepherds Pie and the desserts you bring. Desserts are on a donation basis; feel free to share a dessert any time.
Special Needs: If you know of a shut-in or elderly person you would like to deliver a meal to, please sign them up and indicate “Shut-In”. Meals for special needs are free of charge.

 

Brief Special Business Meeting Sunday, October 12 immediately following the 8AM service – All members are encouraged to attend as we vote on several new member candidates recommended by our Board of Deacons.

 

FBC Connect Class begins next Sunday, October 5 at 9:15. If you are new here and would like to know what we are all about or if you have questions on being baptized or becoming a member, then this is your class! This 3-part class will take place in the Conference Room (across from the church office) during the Sunday School hour. If you have any questions, feel free to call the office! (570) 275-1511

 

Church Prayer Walk This Thursday: 5-8PM, Friday: 9AM-5PM, Saturday: 8AM-12 NOON – Come by yourself, with your family, Sunday school class or home group to pray over our church and its ministries. You can pick up your prayer pamphlet in the main lobby to begin your walk.

 

Bells of Joy are Back! Handbell choir is starting up for the Fall. Now is a great time to check it out! The first rehearsal is tomorrow night from 6-7:15pm in the Bell Room. Note: you need to be able to read music.

 

Montour County Feed A Friend Collection basket will be in the Main Foyer through October! Top Suggestions: Canned items such as
vegetables, tuna, cranberry sauce, fruit, soup, pasta & sauce, mac & cheese, boxed stuffing, mashed potatoes, etc. No refrigerated or frozen items, please.

 

Work Trip to Boone, North Carolina with Samaritan’s Purse November 9-14, 2025 – We are looking for men and/or women interested in going to NC to help rebuild after the devastating flooding from Hurricane Helene. An informational meeting will be held next Sunday, October 5th at 9:15am under the balcony.

 

Food Packing Day at Experience Missions Wed., October 15, 9am—12 noon; Come on up to Williamsport and help pack food to send across the world. It’s a great family outing. There are sit down jobs available, as well. Signups are in the lobby. Contact Donna Outt for more details. Signups close next Sunday!

 

Men’s Retreat Camp Orchard Hill, Oct. 10-12, 2025 – See the table in the lobby for more info or talk to Pastor John. There is also a  SATURDAY ONLY OPTION $120 (Select “Day Guest” when registering.) Church van departing early Saturday morning. Car pooling also available. www.camporchardhill.com/mens-retreat/

 

Project Love Sat., 10/18—Project Day & Sun., 10/19—Worship Night; Project registration is now open!! Please see insert! Completed
registrations can be placed at the table in the main lobby. 

 

The young adult group has created a GroupMe chat to talk, plan events and stay connected. Feel free to share this with a young adult you know. Need more info? Contact Jared Knorr.

 

Candy Collection & Help for Trunk-or-Treat The Danville Primary School will be hosting their 5th Annual Trunk-or-Treat event on Tuesday, Oct. 28 from 5-7pm and FBC will have a trunk present! Here are a few ways you can help:

 

Fall Festival Saturday, October 25 12-3PM – Volunteer signups are now OPEN! See the table in the Main Lobby!

 

Tacos with the Team FOR NEW ATTENDERS!! Next Sunday in the gym after the 10:30am service. Come for lunch and get to know our pastors and staff. Interested?? Sign up in the lobby, gym, or your Sunday School class.

 

Donuts with the Deacons Sunday Did you know you are assigned to a deacon (by your last name) and are able to contact them with any questions or problems you may have? Here is the chance to meet your deacon!! Sunday, Sept. 28th between the services and Sunday School, come on down to the gym, grab your coffee and a donut and find your table to talk to your deacon!

 

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 Linda Beyer.

 

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. Come on over!

 

Red Cross Blood Drive will be here next Monday, September 29, in the BFLC (gym) from 1-6pm. .Register for a time slot at www.redcross.org.

 

Connect Card Is there something we can pray for? Have questions? Need info? We encourage you to fill out our Connect Card and drop it in the box on the Welcome Desk.

 

Wednesday Family Meal
Please remember to sign up for the Wednesday night meal no later than Sunday to ensure we have enough food for Wednesday night.
Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family
Sign Up by Sunday: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office
Menu: Soup , Salad and the desserts you bring. Desserts are on a donation basis; feel free to share a dessert any time.
Special Needs: If you know of a shut-in or elderly person you would like to deliver a meal to, please sign them up and indicate “Shut-In”. Meals for special needs are free of charge.

 

Bells of Joy are Back! Handbell choir is starting up for the Fall. Now is a great time to check it out! The first rehearsal will be Monday, September 29 from 6-7:15pm in the Bell Room. Note: you need to be able to read music.

 

Candy Collection & Help for Trunk-or-Treat The Danville Primary School will be hosting their 5th Annual Trunk-or-Treat event on Tuesday, Oct. 28 from 5-7pm and FBC will have a trunk present! Here are a few ways you can help:

 

FBC Connect Class October 5, 12 & 19 @ 9:15am If you are new here and would like to know what we are all about or if you have questions on being baptized or becoming a member, then this is your class! This 3-part class will take place in the Conference Room (across from the church office) during the Sunday School hour. If you have any questions, feel free to call the office! (570) 275-1511

 

Honduras Support Letters Support letters for the January Honduras trip are now available. Be sure to see one of the team members in the lobby to pick one up today!

 

Experience Missions Food Packing Day Wed., October 15, 9AM—12 noon – Come on up to Williamsport and help pack food to send across the world. It’s a great family outing. There are sit down jobs available, as well. Signups are in the lobby. Contact Donna Outt for more details.

 

Church Prayer Walk OCTOBER 2-4 – Thursday: 5-8PM, Friday: 9AM-5PM, or Saturday: 8AM-12 NOON – Come with your family, Sunday school class or home group to pray over our church and its ministries as we walk through our building. Start in the Main Lobby.

 

Men’s Retreat @ Camp Orchard Hill Oct. 10-12, 2025 – See the table in the lobby for more info or talk to Pastor John. There is also a SATURDAY ONLY OPTION $120 (Select “Day Guest” when registering.) Church van departing early Saturday morning. Car pooling also available. www.camporchardhill.com/mens-retreat/

 

Project Love October 18-19, 2025

 

Keys for Kids Devo Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your copy of Keys for Kids for September | October | November

 

New Our Daily Bread! Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your new LARGE PRINT devotional for OCTOBER| NOVEMBER | DECEMBER

 

First Baptist Church Fall Festival is coming up Saturday, October 25 12-3pm. More info to come!

 

Looking for a ministry to plug into? If you love working with kids or teens, we’d love to have you as part of the team. Contact the office at (570) 275-1511. Must have Child Safe clearances! We’re looking for helping hands & hearts to serve with:

 

Honduras Support Letters Support letters for the January Honduras trip are now available. Be sure to see one of the team members in the lobby to pick one up Sunday!

 

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 Linda Beyer.

 

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. Come on over!

 

Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family
Sign Up by Sunday: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office
Menu: Meatball Subs, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, and the desserts you bring. Desserts are on a donation basis; feel free to share a dessert any time.
Special Needs: If you know of a shut-in or elderly person you would like to deliver a meal to, please sign them up and indicate “Shut-In”. Meals for special needs are free of charge.

 

Tacos with the Team FOR NEW ATTENDERS!! SUNDAY 9/28 in the gym after the 10:30am service. Come for lunch and get to know our pastors and staff. Interested?? Sign up in the lobby, gym, or your Sunday School class.

 

Donuts with the Deacons – A “Meet Your Deacon” Event” – Sunday, Sept. 28 9-9:20 & 10-10:30. Did you know you are assigned to a deacon (by your last name) and are able to contact them with any questions or problems you may have? Here is the chance to meet your deacon!! Sunday, Sept. 28th between the services and Sunday School, come on down to the gym, grab your coffee and a donut and find your table to talk to your deacon!

 

Kitchen Call Do you enjoy cooking? How about helping in the kitchen? Or setting up the dining area? Maybe even dishwashing! Wednesday Family Meals are back in action, and we could use your help! Email Buddy Yarger at byarger@danvillefirstbaptist.org

 

Ladies’ Walking Group This Thursday @ 6:30pm – This group is for ladies of all ages and walking abilities. They meet in the gym then take it outside for a walk around the neighborhood, ending with a short devo and prayer. Come enjoy a time of fitness and community.

 

Men’s Retreat @ Camp Orchard Hill, Oct. 10-12, 2025 – See the table in the lobby for more info or talk to Pastor John. There is also a SATURDAY ONLY OPTION $120 (Select “Day Guest” when registering. Church van departing early Saturday morning. Car pooling also available.) www.camporchardhill.com/mens-retreat/

 

Experience Missions Food Packing Day Wed., October 15 9AM—12 noon – Come on up to Williamsport and help pack food to send across the world. It’s a great family outing. There are sit down jobs available, as well. Signups are in the lobby. Contact Donna Outt for more details.

 

Project Love October 18-19, 2025

 

Keys for Kids Devotional Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your copy of Keys for Kids for September | October | November

 

 

New Our Daily Bread Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your new LARGE PRINT devotional for OCTOBER| NOVEMBER | DECEMBER

 

Vintage Knolls Visit This Saturday at 1:30pm – Anyone is welcome to come. Contact Jen Van Horn if you are interested. Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus to our community.

 

Haven’t plugged in anywhere yet?? If you love working with kids or teens, we’d love to have you as part of the team. Contact the office at (570) 275-1511. Must have Child Safe clearances! We’re looking for helping hands & hearts to serve with:

Rice Boxes for Honduras are due back to the office by next Sunday, September 7th!!

 

Save the Date!! Project Love is coming! Saturday, October 18—Day of Service, Sunday, October 19—Night of Worship. Signups will open September 14th!

 

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 Linda Beyer.

 

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. Come on over!

 

Wednesday Family Meal
Served: 4:45-5:45PM | Suggested Donation is $3/person or $10/family
Sign Up by Monday: Ramp Bulletin Board, in SBS class or call the office
Menu: Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Veggies and the desserts you bring. Desserts are on a donation basis; feel free to share a dessert any time.
Special Needs: If you know of a shut-in or elderly person you would like to deliver a meal to, please sign them up and indicate “Shut-In”. Meals for special needs are free of charge.

 

HONDURAS TEAM MEETING The meeting will be held next Sunday in the gym after the 10:30am service.

 

Ladies Bible Studies begins September 9 & 10. The Tuesday study will have two options this year:7 Feasts by Erin Davis is an 8 week study answering the question, “Should modern-day believers care about the Feast of Trumpets or other such puzzling celebrations in the Bible?”
Desperate for Hope by Vaneetha Risner is a 7-session study that tackles the hard questions and offers a scriptural framework to help you find hope in your pain. More info can be found at the table in the Main Lobby.

 

Band of Brother’s Men’s Retreat @ Camp Orchard Hill – Oct. 10-12, 2025 – See the table in the lobby for more info. Or talk to Pastor John.

 

Wednesday Info Here’s what we will have going!!

Kitchen Call Do you enjoy cooking? How about helping in the kitchen? Or setting up the dining area? Maybe even dishwashing! Wednesday Family Meals will be back in action soon and we could use your help! Circle K on your connect card, if interested!

 

New Our Daily Breads! Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your new Regular Print devotional for Sept. | Oct. | Nov.

 

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

 

 

BACK TO SCHOOL SOFTBALL GAME Sunday, August 24 @ 12 pm – Anyone ages 12 and up is invited to play. We will enjoy a quick ballpark lunch before heading out to the ball field to play. All are invited to watch and cheer the teams on. Bring a lawn chair. Sign up in the lobby or gym if you will be here for lunch.

 

Ladies’ Retreat is almost here! Total balance is due August 31st. There is info about Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes at the table in the lobby. Any questions, contact Rachel.

 

Men’s Retreat at Camp Orchard Hill, October 12-14. See table in the lobby for signup information or talk to Pastor John.

 

Save the Date!! Project Love is coming! Saturday, October 18—Day of Service, Sunday, October 19—Night of Worship. Signups available September 14!

 

Fishnet This group of amazing ladies meets on Thursdays from 9AM-12 noon. This week they will be meeting here at the church in Room 107, behind the gym. They process large quantities of eyeglasses and sunglasses to be sent all over the world! If you would like to join them, please contact Linda Beyer.

 

Our Baptism Service is Going to the River September 7 @ 4pm. If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know on your connect card by next Sunday, August 24th. We will be at the boat launch off of Water St. Bring your chair and join us as we celebrate the public statement of changed life! This is weather and river conditions pending.

 

Ladies Bible Studies Begins September 9 & 10.  The Tuesday study will have two options this year:

More info can be found at the table in the Main Lobby.

 

Rollout Registration for Tuesday childcare begins:

 

Kitchen Call Do you enjoy cooking? How about helping in the kitchen? Or setting up the dining area? Maybe even dishwashing! Wednesday Family Meals will be back in action soon and we could use your help! Circle K on your connect card!

 

New Our Daily Bread Devotionals Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your new Regular Print devotional for Sept. | Oct. | Nov.

 

MIDEEK MINISTRIES BEGIN SEPT. 3

 

You’re invited to Wings of Hope 3rd Annual Memorial Butterfly Release Today at 2:30PM in the Gym presented by Compassus Hospice. The public is invited to attend as families celebrate life, commemorate a special occasion or remember those who have passed on. The ceremony will include music, inspirational messages, and a release of butterflies.

 

Special Offering Opportunity This month we will be collecting donations to go towards our FBC-supported missionaries for Christmas gifts. Special envelopes will be available in the pews. Please note “Mission Christmas” on any donations.

 

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

 

MISSIONS RECAP WEDNESDAY | 6PM – Join us in the gym this Wednesday for a sweet time of fellowship and stories. We’ll be serving ice cream sundaes as we hear from our Costa Rica and Word of Life missions teams. Come celebrate what God is doing around the world through our church.

 

Ladies Retreat Weekend is Coming! Sept. 12-14, 2025. Spots are filling up, so make sure you register TODAY! A $25 deposit with your registration will secure your spot. Balance is due August 31st.

 

FBC Summer Reading Program It’s time to finish up your reading challenge. Have a parent or guardian sign your card and return it to the library to earn a prize. Cards are due back to the library NEXT SUNDAY!

 

Save the Date!! Project Love is coming! Saturday, October 18—Day of Service, Sunday, October 19—Night of Worship. Signups available soon!

 

Men’s Retreat at Camp Orchard Hill, October 12-14. See table in the lobby for signup information or talk to Pastor John.

 

Fishnet: This group of amazing ladies meets on Thursdays from 9AM-12 noon. This week they will be meeting here at the church in Room 107, behind the gym. They process large quantities of eyeglasses and sunglasses to be sent all over the world! If you would like to join them, please contact Linda Beyer.

 

Care & Concern Ministry began in October ‘03 and is a group of some of the biggest hearts around. They make and take meals to those who have had babies, surgery or are going through a tough time. This ministry has lifted the hearts of many as the love of Christ is shared in a practical & much needed way. Circle “C” if you would like to be on our call list & write the contact number you’d prefer on your connect card.

 

Our Baptism Service is Going to the River September 7 @ 4pm. If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know on your connect card by Sunday, August 24th. We will be at the boat launch off of Water St. Bring your chair and join us as we celebrate the public statement of changed life! This is weather and river conditions pending.

 

BACK TO SCHOOL SOFTBALL GAME Sunday, August 24 @ 12 pm – Anyone ages 12 and up is invited to play. We will enjoy a quick ballpark lunch before heading out to the ball field to play. All are invited to watch and cheer the teams on. Bring a lawn chair. Sign up in the lobby or gym if you will be here for lunch.

 

 

MomCo Playpalooza Kids Play Date & MomCo Open House is Wednesday, August 13 9-11am at FBC. Activities for kids include a bounce house, sensory stations, arts & crafts, and dress up. Come see what MomCo is all about – a community of moms doing motherhood together.

 

Ladies’ Bible Study begins September 9 & 10. The Tuesday study will have two options this year:

 

Rollout Registration for Tuesday childcare begins:

 

Special Offering Opportunity This month we will be collecting donations to go towards our FBC-supported missionaries for Christmas gifts. Special envelopes will be available in the pews. Please note “Mission Christmas” on any donations.

 

Kitchen Call! Do you enjoy cooking? How about helping in the kitchen? Or setting up the dining area? Maybe even dishwashing! Wednesday Family Meals will be back in action soon and we could use your help! If interested, contact the church office.

 

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

 

Honduras Team Meeting Sunday (8/3)! Our next trip to Honduras will be January 3-10, 2026. There is a team meeting Sunday in the gym following the second service.

 

MISSIONS RECAP NEXT WEDNESDAY | 6PM – Join us in the gym next Wednesday for a sweet time of fellowship and stories. We’ll be serving ice cream sundaes as we hear from our Costa Rica and Word of Life missions teams. Come celebrate what God is doing around the world through our church.

 

FBC Summer Reading Program! How’s your Bible Reading Challenge coming? Just a reminder, cards are due back in two weeks. Finish up your card, have a parent or guardian sign it. Then return it to the library to earn a prize. Cards are due back to the library August 17th!

 

Fellowship Fund Giving Opportunity In following the biblical directive to take care of our widows and orphans, FBC created the fellowship fund. This fund blesses those financially hurting in our church family. If you would like to give, please note “Fellowship Fund” in the memo of your check or on your envelope.

 

Fishnet: This group of amazing ladies meets on Thursdays from 9AM-12 noon. This week they will be meeting here at the church in Room 107, behind the gym. They process large quantities of eyeglasses and sunglasses to be sent all over the world! If you would like to join them, please contact Linda Beyer.

 

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. Come on over!

 

Care & Concern Ministry began in October ‘03 and is a group of some of the biggest hearts around. They make and take meals to those who have had babies, surgery or are going through a tough time. This ministry has lifted the hearts of many as the love of Christ is shared in a practical & much needed way. Contact the office if you would like to be on our call list.

 

Special Offering Opportunity This month we will be collecting donations to go towards our FBC-supported missionaries for Christmas gifts. Special envelopes will be available in the pews. Please note “Mission Christmas” on any donations.

 

Ladies Retreat Weekend Sept. 12-14, 2025 Spots are filling up, so make sure you register! A $25 deposit with your registration will secure your spot. Registration forms are due NEXT SUNDAY, August 10th. Balance is due August 31st.

 

Kitchen Call!! Do you enjoy cooking? How about helping in the kitchen? Or setting up the dining area? Maybe even dishwashing! Wednesday Family Meals will be back in action soon and we could use your help! Circle K on your connect card!

 

MomCo Playpalooza Kids Playdate & Momco Open House is happening August 13 9-11am at First Baptist. Activities for kids include a bounce house, sensory station, arts and crafts, and dress up. Come see what MomCo is all about – a community of moms doing motherhood together.

 

 

Ladies Bible Studies Begins September 9 & 10 – Tuesday mornings | 9am | Sept. 9; Wednesday evenings | 6pm | Sept. 10 (7 Feasts ONLY); 
Wednesday ZOOM | 7pm | Sept. 10 (7 Feasts ONLY). The Tuesday study will have two options this year:

 

Rollout Registration for Tuesday childcare begins:

 

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

 

PROJECT LOVE Save the Date! OCTOBER 18-19, 2025. Signups coming soon!!!

 

Band of Brother’s Men’s Retreat @ Camp Orchard Hill is coming up Oct. 10-12, 2025. See the table in the lobby for more info. Or talk to Pastor John.

 

HONDURAS 2026 Our next trip to Honduras will be January 3-10, 2026. Applications are available at the Mission Wall in the main lobby and are due back to the office by this Thursday!! There will be a team meeting Sunday, August 3rd, in the gym following the second service.

 

Vintage Knolls Visit this Saturday at 2pm, Anyone is welcome to come. Contact Jen Van Horn if you are interested. Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus to our community. This week, we will be joining the residents making ice cream sundaes!

 

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 the main foyer. August’s Need: Peanut Butter & Saltines

 

Rice Boxes are still available in the lobby for those wanting to collect their loose change this summer for a good cause! They are due back September 7th with all donations going to Honduras.

 

Ladies Walking Group: This group is open to women of all ages and walking abilities. Come, lace up your walking shoes and connect with others while enjoying the beauty of God’s creation with every step. We meet every other Thursday @ 6:30pm beginning in the gym. After a short break, we are starting up again this Thursday, July 31st!

 

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 Linda.

 

More Home Groups Needed! 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.

 

Special Offering Opportunity Beginning next Sunday, we will be collecting donations to go towards our FBC-supported missionaries for Christmas gifts. Special envelopes will be available in the pews. Please note “Mission Christmas” on any donations.

 

Ladies Retreat Weekend will be Sept. 12-14, 2025 at Linck Hill Inn, Morris, PA. Spots are filling up, so make sure you register soon. A $25
deposit with your registration will secure your spot. Registration forms are in the lobby or online.

 

Band of Brother’s Men’s Retreat at Camp Orchard Hill is happening Oct. 10-12, 2025. See the table in the lobby for more info. Or talk to Pastor John.

 

MomCo Playpalooza A Kids Playdate and MomCo Open House is happening Wednesday, August 13 9-11am at First Baptist. Come see what MomCo is all about – a community of moms doing motherhood together. Activities for kids include a bounce house, sensory station, arts and crafts, and dress up.

 

Baptism Sunday (7/20) @ 10:30 service! Please join us in encouraging several individuals as they take this next step of their faith in following Jesus’ example. 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

 

Blood Drive This Friday (7/25) – Stop by the BFLC (gym) from 12-5pm. Register for a time slot today at www.redcross.org.

 

HONDURAS MISSION TRIP 2026 – Our next trip to Honduras will be January 3-10, 2026. Applications are available at the Mission Wall in the main lobby and are due back to the office next week!! There will be a team meeting on Sunday, August 3rd after the second service.

 

Rice Boxes are still available in the lobby for those wanting to collect their loose change this summer. They will be due back September 7th with all donations going to Honduras.

 

Ladies Walking Group This group is open to women of all ages and walking abilities. Come, lace up your walking shoes and connect with others while enjoying the beauty of God’s creation with every step. We meet every other Thursday @ 6:30pm beginning in the gym. After a short break, we are starting up again July 31st!

 

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 Linda.

 

More Home Groups Needed! 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.

 

Vintage Knolls Visit Saturday, August 2nd at 2pm – Anyone is welcome to come. Contact Jen Van Horn if you are interested. Let’s be the hands and feet of Jesus to our community.

 

Ladies Retreat Weekend Sept. 12-14, 2025 | Linck Hill Inn, Morris, PA – Ladies 18+ are invited to a great weekend of Bible study (diving into Romans 12), games, great food, service project, building relationships and creating new ones, and much more. A $25 deposit will secure your spot. Registration forms are in the lobby. Call Rachel with any questions (570) 275-1511.

 

Band of Brother’s Men’s Retreat at Camp Orchard Hill, Oct. 10-12, 2025. See the table in the lobby for more info or talk to Pastor John.

 

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

 

 

The Missionaries: Karen Sam Pang is the Children’s Ministry Director in San Pedro Sula, Honduras. She (along with her husband, Pastor Josue) & her team teach Bible classes on Sunday with music, crafts, & games. They also have outreach programs like VBS, Christmas programs & community outreach where they share food & school supplies with the children.

The Project: Support the Children’s Kitchen (meals for kids) and sports/ play area development (cement pad, artificial grass, sports/play equipment) at our partner church in Honduras 
Our Goal: $7,000 – Mark any donations “VBS Mission” or you can use the designated envelopes in the pews.

 

Family Fun Day is Sunday (7/13)!! Following the VBS Closing ceremony during the 10:30 service, everyone is invited to njoy hotdogs and hamburgers, giant slip-n-slides, a Little’s Splash Area, crafts, lawn games and MORE! FREE!

 

Rice Boxes are still available in the lobby for those wanting to collect their loose change for Honduras this summer. They will be due back September 7th.

 

Red Cross Blood Drive will be here Friday, July 25, in the BFLC (gym) from 12-5pm. Sign up to donate at www.redcross.org.

 

Kentucky Mission Trip Team Meeting! Next Sunday at 9:15am under the balcony.

 

Ladies Walking Group: This group is open to women of all ages and walking abilities. Come, lace up your walking shoes and connect with others while enjoying the beauty of God’s creation with every step. We meet every other Thursday @ 6:30pm beginning in the gym. After a short break, we are starting up again this Thursday!

 

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 Linda Beyer.

 

Looking for 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.

 

HONDURAS 2026 Our next trip to Honduras will be January 3-10, 2026. Applications are now available and can be picked up at the Mission Wall in the main lobby. They are due back to the office by the end of July.

 

Ladies Retreat Weekend Sept. 12-14, 2025 at Linck Hill Inn, Morris, PA – Ladies 18+ are invited to a great weekend of Bible study (diving into Romans 12), games, great food, service project, building relationships and creating new ones, and much more. A $25 deposit will secure your spot. Registration forms are in the lobby. Call Rachel with any questions (570) 275-1511.

 

Band of Brothers Men’s Retreat will be happening October 10-12 at Camp Orchard Hill. Go to www.camporchardhill.com/mens-retreat/ for more information.