Baptism Sunday is Coming! January 7th – If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know by Sunday 12/17!

 

Orchestra Players Needed! Need an excuse to dust off that instrument in the closet?? Pastor John is looking for instrumentalists to accompany the singing during the 8AM Christmas Eve service. Contact Pastor John for more info. All the sheet music is on our website www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/orchestra

 

Time of Fellowship The kids will be enjoying milk and cookies after a shortened Sunday School next Sunday. It will begin at 10AM in the BFLC. Cookie donations would be greatly appreciated! Place all donations in the kitchen marked “Kids”.

 

2023 Tax Credit? If you would like to have tax credit for this year, tithes and/or donations must be received or post marked by Dec. 31st. Giving reports will be mailed out in January for tax purposes.

 

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!

 

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.

 

No Midweek Meal until January 3rd.

 

Christmas Offering This special offering will be divided between our Missions Fund and Youth Scholarship Fund. Special Christmas envelopes are available in pews and near offering boxes. Please note “Christmas” on donations.

 

NYE BASH 2023! BRINGING IN 2024 WITH A BANG! Grab your warmest coat! Join us Sunday 12/31 at 7PM for food (s’mores &
cookies), hot cocoa, fun, music and a short devotional. Rain or shine! Then a big fireworks display, weather pending!!

 

New Our Daily Bread Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your LARGE PRINT Our Daily Bread for January | February | March

 

Wanted: Basketball Coordinator We would like to continue to host this men’s group, but need someone willing to take charge of organizing games. Please contact the church office at (570) 275-1511if interested.

 

Blood Drive Monday, 12/18 – Stop by the BFLC (gym) from 12:30-5:30pm. Register for a time slot today at www.redcross.org. They take all precautions during event.

 

Lost Something? The closet has been filling up with items that could belong to you. You may just find that missing jacket, Bible, water bottle or food containers. The Lost & Found Closet is located next to the kitchen.

 

Church Library Open SUNDAYS | 9:15am – 10:15am & WEDNESDAYS | 5 – 7pm
Did you know?? Besides Fiction and Children’s books, we also carry Bible Studies, Apologetics, Counseling, Biographies, DVD’s, Missions, Pre-Teen & Teen Resources and so much more. This would be a great time to check your shelves and closets for any outstanding books you may have.

 

Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference Hershey, PA February 9-11, 2024 – At the intersection of a faith-based marriage conference and romantic retreat from everyday life, Weekend to Remember helps couples do just that — choose oneness. Whether you’re sending up an SOS for marital rescue or looking to foster an already flourishing connection, Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and
staying, one. Interested in attending? Contact the church office. Office will then register the couples!!
Cost of Event: $175 per couple
Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/

 

Family Meal Wednesday
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: Soup & Sandwiches 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.

 

2023 Tax Credit? If you would like to have tax credit for this year, tithes and/or donations must be received or post marked by Dec. 31st. Giving reports will be mailed out in January for tax purposes.

 

Snow Many Good Books! Slide into our Library and wrap yourself up in a good book. There’s a flurry of great titles for all ages! And no cold-shoulder for late returns. The Library is open between services on Sunday and Wednesday evenings.

 

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 call 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!

 

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.

 

Call for Cookies! We will be delivering gifts and caroling to our shut-ins this Friday and Saturday and giving them each a goody bag of Christmas cookies. If you would like to donate any yummy cookies, please bring them to the kitchen by Thursday, Dec. 14th and note “shut-ins” on them.

 

Christmas Caroling This Saturday!! 2PM – Do you love caroling and spreading joy to others? Then join us as we sing to some of our dear shut ins and nursing home residents. We will meet in the kitchen at 2pm. To sign up, call the office (570) 275-1511.

 

Baptism Sunday is Coming January 7th – If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know by Next Sunday!!

 

Looking for Delivery Drivers Wanna rev your engines for a sweet cause?? We are looking for drivers to assist us in dropping off Christmas gifts to our sweet home bound church family. Gift pick-up will be this Friday, Dec 15 from 9am-4pm in the main foyer. Drivers will be provided with addresses and phone numbers. If interested, call the office at (570) 275-1511.

 

Orchestra Players Needed! Need an excuse to dust off that instrument in the closet?? Pastor John is looking for instrumentalists to accompany the singing during the 8AM Christmas Eve service. Contact Pastor John for more info. All the sheet music is on our website www.danvillefirstbaptist.org/orchestra or scan the QR code.

 

Time of Fellowship The kids will be enjoying milk and cookies after a shortened Sunday School on Christmas Eve Day. It will begin at 10AM in the BFLC. Cookie donations would be greatly appreciated! Place all donations in the kitchen marked “Kids”.

 

New Our Daily Bread Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your LARGE PRINT Our Daily Bread for January | February | March.

 

Wanted: Basketball Coordinator We would like to continue to host this men’s group, but need someone willing to take charge of organizing games. Please contact the church office at (570) 275-1511 if interested.

 

Blood Drive Monday, 12/18 – Stop by the BFLC (gym) from 12:30-5:30pm. Register for a time slot today at www.redcross.org.

 

NYE BASH 2023!! BRINGING IN 2024 WITH A BANG! Grab your warmest coat! Join us Sunday 12/31 at 7PM for food (s’mores & cookies), hot cocoa, fun, music and a short devotional. Rain or shine! Then a big fireworks display, weather pending!!

 

Lost Something? The closet has been filling up with items that could belong to you. You may just find that missing jacket, Bible, water bottle or food container. The Lost & Found Closet is located next to the kitchen.

 

Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference in Hershey, PA February 9-11, 2024 – At the intersection of a faith-based marriage conference and romantic retreat from everyday life, Weekend to Remember helps couples do just that — choose oneness. Whether you’re sending up an SOS for marital rescue or looking to foster an already flourishing connection, Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and
staying, one. Interested in attending? Contact the office. Office will then register the couples!!
Cost of Event: $175 per couple
Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/

 

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 Parmesan Pasta, Broccoli, Texas Toast 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.

 

Baptism Sunday Coming January 7th. What a great way to kick off the new year! If you would like to take the plunge in following Jesus’ example, let us know on your connect card by 12/17.

 

2023 Tax Credit? If you would like to have tax credit for this year, tithes and/or donations must be received or post marked by Dec. 31st. Giving reports will be mailed out in January for tax purposes.

 

New Christmas Devos! Coming Soon!! Light of the World books will be available next week for pickup.

 

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.

 

Project Christmas Card Goal: Send 500 Christmas cards to area prisoners. All the cards are out!! Please make sure you return them to the basket in the main lobby.

 

Christmas Tree of Love Return unwrapped gifts in a Christmas-style gift bag to the church office by December 10th. Please keep the ornament with the gift so we can get it to the right person. If you are giving a gift card, please attach the receipt and/or the activation slip with the gift card.

 

Memorial Poinsettias Order them in honor or memory of your loved ones If you are interested, please contact the church office at (570) 275-1511. The suggested donation is $8.

 

Call for Cookies! We will be delivering gifts and caroling to our shut-ins 12/15 & 16 and giving them each a goody bag of Christmas cookies. If you would like to donate any yummy cookies, please bring them to the kitchen by Thursday, Dec 14th and note “shut-ins” on them.

 

Caroling SATURDAY, 12/16 @ 2 PM – Do you love caroling and spreading joy to others? Then join us as we hand out gifts and & sing to some of our dear shut ins and nursing home residents. Call the office.

 

Looking for Delivery Drivers Wanna rev your engines for a sweet cause?? We are looking for drivers to assist us in dropping off Christmas gifts to our sweet home bound church family. Gift pick-up will be Friday, Dec 15 from 9am-4pm in the main foyer. Drivers will be provided with addresses and phone numbers. If interested, call the office.

 

Christmas Crafting This Friday! Join us Dec 8th at 10am in the BFLC to make button crafts for our homebound. Button donations, all sizes and colors, are greatly appreciated!

 

Time of Fellowship The kids will be enjoying milk and cookies after a short Sunday School on Christmas Eve Day. It will begin at 10AM in the BFLC. Cookie donations would be greatly appreciated!

 

New Our Daily Bread Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your LARGE PRINT Our Daily Bread devotional for January | February | March.

 

Wanted: Basketball coordinator We would like to continue to host this men’s group, but need someone willing to take charge of organizing games. Please contact the church office if interested.

 

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!

 

Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference February 9-11, 2024 in Hershey, PA At the intersection of a faith-based marriage conference and romantic retreat from everyday life, Weekend to Remember helps couples do just that — choose oneness. Whether you’re sending up an SOS for marital rescue or looking to foster an already flourishing connection, Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and
staying, one. Interested in attending? Let the office know. Office will then register the couples!
Cost of Event: $175 per couple
Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/

 

Family Meal Wednesday
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: Tacos and all the fixings 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.

 

Worship Night Sunday – 7pm in chapel – Join us as we give praise to the One who is worthy of it all. What a great way to end the Thanksgiving weekend!

 

Church Photo Directory Last Call! Got that perfect family photo? Or funniest? Submit it to the office. We would love to see everyone in the directory. Send it to email@danvillefirstbaptist.org by Nov. 30.

 

Christmas Choir Rehearsals begin tomorrow night at 7:15pm! Choir will sing December 17th at both services. Contact Pastor John if interested. pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org

 

New Devos In Check out the Tract Rack to pick up the latest editions of Our Daily Bread and Keys for Kids devotionals for Dec. | Jan. | Feb.

 

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.

 

Fishnet Meeting This Week! 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!

 

Snow Many Good Books! Slide into our Library and wrap yourself up in a good book. There’s a flurry of great titles for all ages! And no cold-shoulder for late returns. The Library is open between services on Sunday and on Wednesday evenings.

 

Project Christmas Card Goal: Send 500 Christmas cards to prisoners in the Columbia, Montour, Northumberland and NCSTU Prisons. We had cards specifically made for this project which are available in the lobby. Info cards will direct you in how best to fill out the card. Take an Info Card and as many cards as you like and return them to the basket in the main lobby by December 10. Our prison ministry team will deliver them to the prisons. 

 

Christmas Tree of Love Christmas is a time of giving! You will find the Tree of Love in the kitchen foyer by the gym entrance. Each ornament represents a person and a gift request or suggestion. As God leads you, please take an ornament from the tree and return it unwrapped in a Christmas-style gift bag to the church office by December 10th. Please keep the ornament with the gift so we can get it to the right person. If you are giving a gift card, please attach the receipt and/or the activation slip with the gift card.

 

Winter Clothing Collection Sunday is the last chance to donate winterwear! Missionary, Marvin Robinson will distribute all sizes of jackets, coats, gloves, mittens, scarves, sweaters, hoodies, pants, etc. to those in Rochester, NY.

 

Memorial Poinsettias Order them in honor or memory of your loved ones The suggested donation is $8. If you are interested, please contact the church office at (570) 275-1511 or sign up through our email newsletter by December 10th.

 

Call for Cookies! We will be delivering gifts and caroling to our shut-ins 12/15 & 16 and giving them each a goody bag of Christmas cookies. If you would like to donate any yummy cookies, please bring them to the kitchen by Thursday, Dec 14th and note “shut-ins” on them.

 

Looking for Delivery Drivers Wanna rev your engines for a sweet cause?? We are looking for drivers to assist us in dropping off Christmas gifts to our sweet home bound church family. Gift pick-up will be Friday, Dec 15 from 9am-4pm in the main foyer. Drivers will be provided with addresses and phone numbers. If interested, call the office at (570) 275-1511. 

 

Christmas Caroling SATURDAY, 12/16 @ 2 PM Do you love caroling and spreading joy to others? Then join us as we hand out gifts and & sing to some of our dear shut ins and nursing home residents. To sign up, call the office (570) 275-1511.

 

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. December’s Need: Soup

 

Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference February 9-11, 2023, Hershey, PA – At the intersection of a faith-based marriage conference and romantic retreat from everyday life, Weekend to Remember helps couples do just that — choose oneness. Whether you’re sending up an SOS for marital rescue or looking to foster an already flourishing connection, Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and
staying, one. Interested in attending? Contact the office. Office will then register the couples!!
Cost of Event: $175 per couple
Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/

 

All–Church Fellowship Meal SUNDAY AFTER THE 2ND SERVICE – We invite everyone to join us as we partake of a meal but also give you the opportunity to share what you have been learning through this series on forgiveness. What has God taught you through this or possibly revealed that you need to change? Suggested donation- $3/person or $10/family.

 

Thanksgiving Eve Service THIS WEDNESDAY AT 7PM – This service celebrates and gives thanks to God for all He has done for us throughout the year. There will be a time of worship, prayer, thanksgiving & devotion. You are welcome to bring visiting family & friends, as well! We hope to see you there.

 

Special Offering Special Thanksgiving envelopes are available by the offering boxes. Donations will go towards Christmas gifts for our FBC supported missionaries! Please note “Thanksgiving” on your donation.

 

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.

 

NO MIDWEEK MEAL THIS WEEK!! Join us at our Thanksgiving Eve Service at 7pm.

 

Project Christmas Card Goal: Send 500 Christmas cards to prisoners in the Columbia, Montour, Northumberland and NCSTU Prisons.
We had cards specifically made for this project which are available in the lobby. Info cards will direct you in how best to fill out the card. Take an Info Card and as many cards as you like and return them to the baskets in the main lobby by December 10. Our prison ministry team will deliver them to the prisons.

 

Christmas Tree of Love Christmas is a time of giving! You will find the Tree of Love in the kitchen foyer by the gym entrance. Each ornament represents a person and a gift request or suggestion. As God leads you, please take an ornament from the tree and return it unwrapped in a Christmas-style gift bag to the church office by December 10th. Please keep the ornament with the gift so we can get it to the right person. If you are giving a gift card, please attach the receipt and/or the activation slip with the gift card.

 

Winter Clothing Collection Now’s the time to go through your closets to bless those in Rochester, NY! Missionary, Marvin Robinson will distribute all sizes of jackets, coats, gloves, mittens, scarves, sweaters, hoodies, pants, etc. The collection bin is located in the Main Lobby during November.

 

Christmas Choir Rehearsals begin Nov. 27th at 7:15pm in the sanctuary. Choir will sing December 17th at both services. Contact Pastor John if interested. pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org

 

Memorial Poinsettias Order them in honor or memory of your loved ones. The suggested donation is $8. If you are interested, please contact the church office at (570) 275-1511 or sign up through our newsletter by December 10th.

 

New Devos In! Check out the Tract Rack to pick up your Our Daily Bread & Keys for Kids for December | January | February

 

Worship Night Next Sunday, 7pm in chapel – Join us in the chapel as we give praise to the One worthy of it all. What a great way to end the Thanksgiving week!

 

Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference February 9-11, 2024 in Hershey, PA – No marriage is static. Each day, each choice — you’re either moving closer together, toward oneness … or coasting farther apart. At the intersection of a faith-based marriage conference and romantic retreat from everyday life, Weekend to Remember helps couples do just that — choose oneness. Whether you’re sending up an SOS for marital rescue or looking to foster an already flourishing connection, Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and staying, one. Interested in attending? Contact the office. Office will then register the couples!!
Cost of Event: $175 per couple
Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/

 

Church Photo Directory LAST CALL! Thanksgiving is a great time to take a family photo! Then email it to the office:  email@danvillefirstbaptist.org. Deadline Nov. 30. We would love to see EVERYONE in there!

 

Family Meal Wednesday
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: Jack’s BBQ Chicken, Scalloped Potatoes, Baked Beans, Rolls 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.

 

New Devos are In Check out the Tract Rack to pick up the latest copy of Our Daily Bread and Keys for Kids for December | January | February.

 

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.

 

Fishnet Meeting This Week! 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.

 

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

 

SPECIAL BUSINESS MEETING Sunday, 11/12 @ 9:10am – There will be a brief meeting to vote on the projector upgrades to the gym and sanctuary. All voting members are encouraged to attend!

 

International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians This day is set aside as a global prayer meeting on behalf of persecuted Christians who stand as a bold witness to Christ on the world’s most dangerous frontiers. Prayer guides are available Pick up your copy today!

 

All–Church Fellowship Meal NEXT SUNDAY (11/19), AFTER THE 10:30AM SERVICE – We invite everyone to join us as we partake of a meal but also give you the opportunity to share what you have been learning through this series on forgiveness. What has God taught you through this or possibly revealed that you need to change?

 

Thanksgiving Eve Service WEDNESDAY, NOV. 22ND AT 7PM – This service celebrates and gives thanks to God for all He has done for us throughout the year. There will be a time of worship, prayer, thanksgiving & devotion. You are welcome to bring visiting family & friends, as well! We hope to see you there.

 

Special Offering Special Thanksgiving envelopes are available by the offering boxes. Donations will go towards Christmas gifts for our FBC supported missionaries! Please note “Thanksgiving” on donation.

 

FBC is Hosting the Jubilee Kitchen Diane Gelbaugh will be mixing things up, which the youth will pass out at the Jubilee Kitchen Saturday 11/18. Monetary donations would be greatly appreciated to cover the cost of the meal. Please make checks out to FBC with “Jubilee Kitchen” in the memo. Any excess donations will go to benefit Youth Scholarship Fund.

 

Conference Opportunity with Mottel Baleston – Tuesday, November 14, 10a-2p – Our church is hosting a conference sponsored by the Venture Church Network featuring Mottel Baleston. He will be speaking on “Understanding the Hebrew Roots of our Christian Faith”. What was the Jewish culture in NT times and how did they worship? How was our Christian faith born with the Biblical Judaism of that day and what have we lost by turning our back on those roots? Those wishing to attend MUST register online. Lunch is included.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-the-hebrew-roots-of-our-christian-faith-registration-733413719177

 

Winter Clothing Collection Now’s the time to go through your closets to bless those in Rochester, NY! Missionary, Marvin Robinson will distribute all sizes of jackets, coats, gloves, mittens, scarves, sweaters, hoodies, pants, etc. The collection bin is located in the Main Lobby through the end of November.

 

Join the Christmas Choir! Rehearsals begin Monday, Nov. 27th at 7:15pm in the sanctuary. Choir will sing December 17th at both services.
Contact Pastor John if interested. pjohn@danvillefirstbaptist.org

 

Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference in Hershey, PA – February 9-11, 2024 – No marriage is static. Each day, each choice — you’re either moving closer together, toward oneness … or coasting farther apart. At the intersection of a faith-based marriage conference and romantic retreat from everyday life, Weekend to Remember helps couples do just that — choose oneness. Whether you’re sending up an SOS for marital rescue or looking to foster an already flourishing connection, Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and
staying, one. Interested in attending? Contact the church office. Office will then register the couples!!
Cost of Event: $175 per couple
Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/

 

Family Meal Wednesday
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: Goulash, 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.

 

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.

 

Fishnet Meeting This Week! 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.

 

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.

 

Thank you to all the volunteers who helped make Fall Fest a success!

 

SPECIAL BUSINESS MEETING Sunday, Nov 19th @ 9:10am – We will be voting on the projector upgrades to the gym and sanctuary. All voting members are encouraged to attend!

 

Connect Card Is there something we can pray for? Have questions? Need info? We encourage you to fill out our e-Connect Card. You can find it on our church homepage at www.danvillefirstbaptist.org.

 

All–Church Fellowship Meal SUNDAY, NOV. 19TH AFTER THE 2ND SERVICE – We invite everyone to join us as we partake of a meal but also give you the opportunity to share what you have been learning through this series on forgiveness. What has God taught you through this or possibly revealed that you need to change?

 

Thanksgiving Eve Service WEDNESDAY, NOV. 22ND AT 7PM – This service celebrates and gives thanks to God for all He has done for us throughout the year. There will be a time of worship, prayer, thanksgiving & devotion. You are welcome to bring visiting family & friends, as well! We hope to see you there.

 

Special Offering Special Thanksgiving envelopes are available by the offering boxes. Donations will go towards Christmas gifts for our FBC supported missionaries! Please note “Thanksgiving” on envelope.

 

FBC is Hosting the Jubilee Kitchen Diane Gelbaugh will be mixing things up, which the youth will pass out at the Jubilee Kitchen Saturday 11/18. Monetary donations would be greatly appreciated to cover the cost of the meal. Please make checks out to FBC with “Jubilee Kitchen” in the memo. Any excess donations will go to benefit Youth Scholarship Fund.

 

International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians This day is set aside as a global prayer meeting on behalf of persecuted Christians who stand as a bold witness to Christ on the world’s most dangerous frontiers. We will be observing this day on Sunday, Nov. 12. Prayer guides are available on the desk by the office, Welcome Table in the gym, and back table by sanctuary doors. Pick up your copy today!

 

Conference Opportunity with Mottel Baleston Tuesday, November 14, 10a-2p – FBC is hosting a conference sponsored by the Venture Church Network featuring Mottel Baleston. He will be speaking on “Understanding the Hebrew Roots of our Christian Faith”. What was the Jewish culture in NT times and how did they worship? How was our Christian faith born with the Biblical Judaism of that day and what have we lost by turning our back on those roots? We are invited to attend this special event as Mottel discusses our Hebrew roots and presents several
worship items. Those wishing to attend MUST register online. Lunch is included.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-the-hebrew-roots-of-our-christian-faith-registration-733413719177

 

Winter Clothing Collection Now’s the time to go through your closets to bless those in Rochester, NY! Missionary, Marvin Robinson will distribute all sizes of jackets, coats, gloves, mittens, scarves, sweaters, hoodies, pants, etc. The collection bin is located in the Main Lobby this month.

 

Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference in Hershey, PA February 9-11, 2024 No marriage is static. Each day, each choice — you’re either moving closer together, toward oneness … or coasting farther apart. At the intersection of a faith-based marriage conference and romantic retreat from everyday life, Weekend to Remember helps couples do just that — choose oneness. Whether you’re sending up an SOS for marital rescue or looking to foster an already flourishing connection, Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and
staying, one. Interested in attending? Contact the church office. Office will then register the couples!!
Cost of Event: $175 per couple
Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/

 

Family Meal Wednesday
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: Baked Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Mixed Veggies, Rolls 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.

 

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.

 

Fishnet Meeting This Week 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!

 

Daylight Saving Time Ends! Don’t forget to set your clocks back. Next Sunday, Nov. 5th is the time change!!

 

Pictures of Veterans Needed FBC would like to honor any veteran who has served. Please send in a picture of your veteran in military dress, if possible, to the church office by November 1st. Please also include their name and which branch of the military they served in. We can also use the pictures from a previous year, but please let the office know! (570) 275-1511.

 

SAVE THE DATE—NOVEMBER 19TH – ALL CHURCH LUNCH! More details to come.

 

Feed-A-Friend of Montour County FINAL WEEK! Top Suggestions: Canned items such as vegetables, tuna, cranberry sauce, fruit – Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Soup, Boxed Stuffing, etc. No refrigerated or frozen items, please.

 

Seats & Feet FINAL WEEK This is the last week to get in those new packages of socks and undies for our Danville students!! 

 

FBC is Hosting the Jubilee Kitchen Diane Gelbaugh will be mixing things up, which the youth will pass out at the Jubilee Kitchen Saturday 11/18. Monetary donations would be greatly appreciated to cover the cost of the meal. Please make checks out to FBC with “Jubilee Kitchen” in the memo.

 

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 is located in the main foyer. November’s Need: Tuna & Canned Meat

 

Project Updates Thank you for your generosity!!

 

Conference Opportunity with Mottel Baleston – Tuesday, November 14, 10a-2p – Our church is hosting a conference sponsored by the Venture Church Network featuring Mottel Baleston. He will be speaking on “Understanding the Hebrew Roots of our Christian Faith”. What was the Jewish culture in NT times and how did they worship? How was our Christian faith born with the Biblical Judaism of that day and what have we lost by turning our back on those roots? We are invited to attend this special event as Mottel discusses our Hebrew roots and presents several worship items. Those wishing to attend MUST register online. Lunch is included.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-the-hebrew-roots-of-our-christian-faith-registration-733413719177

 

International Day of Prayer for Persecuted Christians – This day is set aside as a global prayer meeting on behalf of persecuted Christians who stand as a bold witness to Christ on the world’s most dangerous frontiers. We will be observing this day on Sunday, Nov. 12. Prayer guides are available on the desk by the office, Welcome Table in the gym, and back table by sanctuary doors. Pick up your copy today!

 

Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference in Hershey, PA – February 9-11, 2024 – No marriage is static. Each day, each choice — you’re either moving closer together, toward oneness … or coasting farther apart. At the intersection of a faith-based marriage conference and romantic retreat from everyday life, Weekend to Remember helps couples do just that — choose oneness. Whether you’re sending up an SOS for marital rescue or looking to foster an already flourishing connection, Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and
staying, one. Interested in attending? Contact the church office. Office will then register the couples!!
Cost of Event: $175 per couple
Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/

 

Fall Fest Events & Activities: Live Music | Hayrides | Popcorn | Apple Slinging | Cotton Candy | Hot Dogs & Hamburgers | Crafts | Apple Dumplings | Toddler Area | Hot Apple Cider & Hot Cocoa | Glow Experience….AND MORE!! And its FREE!! How Can I Help? Station sign-ups are in main foyer. We are excited to reach our community for Christ in this capacity, so many thanks in advance! Questions? Call the office at (570) 275-1511.

 

New Sunday School Class The new elective class begins TODAY in the old choir room (Room 102). They will be studying Paul David Tripp’s book “Do You Believe?”. Anyone is welcome to join.

 

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!

 

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! Wanna join the team? Talk to one of the team members. They will walk you through what you need to know! A HUGE Thank You for the donations we’ve received!!

 

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.

 

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 our services!

 

NO MEAL THIS WEEK!! See you next week!

 

 

Weekend to Remember Marriage Conference February 9-11, 2024 in Hershey, PA – No marriage is static. Each day, each choice — you’re either moving closer together, toward oneness … or coasting farther apart. At the intersection of a faith-based marriage conference and romantic retreat from everyday life, Weekend to Remember helps couples do just that — choose oneness. Whether you’re sending up an SOS for marital rescue or looking to foster an already flourishing connection, Weekend to Remember is your best next step toward being, and staying, one. Interested in attending? Contact the office. Office will then register the couples!!
Cost of Event: $175 per couple
Details: www.familylife.com/weekend-to-remember/itinerary/

 

Pictures of Veterans Needed FBC would like to honor any veteran who has served. Please send in a picture of your veteran in military dress, if possible, to the church office by November 1st. Please also include their name and which branch of the military they served in. We can also use the pictures from a previous year but please let the office know! (570) 275-1511.

 

Church Library SUNDAYS | 9:15am – 10:15am & WEDNESDAYS | 5 – 7pm. Did you know?? Besides Fiction and Children’s books, we also carry Bible Studies, Apologetics, Counseling, Biographies, DVD’s, Missions, Pre-Teen & Teen Resources and so much more. October is Church Library month, so make sure you check out this great, ever-expanding resource! This would be a great time to check your shelves and closets for any outstanding books you may have.

 

October is Pastor Appreciation Month! Card boxes are in the main lobby.

 

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: Hamburger BBQ, Mac & Cheese, Broccoli 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. 

 

New Sunday School Class The new elective class begins next week, Oct. 22, in the old choir room (Room 102). They will be studying Paul David Tripp’s book Do You Believe?  Anyone is welcome to join.

 

Fishnet Meeting This Week This group of amazing ladies will be meeting again on Thursdays from 10AM-12 here at the church to help pack the treat bags for the Trunk or Treat event coming up.  

 

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!

 

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! Wanna join the team? Talk to one of the team members. They will walk you through what you need to know! A HUGE Thank You for the donations we’ve received!!

 

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.

 

Project Love Night of Worship is Sunday (10/15) 6PM at the Danville Middle School.

 

Candy Collection & Help for Trunk-or-Treat The Danville Primary School will be hosting their 3rd Annual Trunk-or-Treat event on 10/25 from 5-7pm and FBC will have a trunk present! Here are a few ways you can help:

 

October is Pastor Appreciation month! Card boxes are in the main lobby.

 

College Ministry Opportunity! Here is a way for us as a church to show our college students our love and support.  We are collecting items that we will send out late October.  You can donate things like snacks, candy and stationery.  For a complete list, please see the table by the office or the Welcome Table in the gym! Donation Box is by the kitchen. If you would like your student to receive a package, please submit their information even if nothing has changed!! We will be packing the boxes on Monday the 23rd at 6pm in the gym! Monetary donations would also be greatly appreciated to help cover the cost of shipping. Designate “College Ministry” & place in offering.

 

Fall Festival October 28 12-3pm Events & Activities | Live Music | Hayrides | Apple Slinging | Hot Dogs & Hamburgers | Cotton Candy | 

Hot Apple Cider & Hot Cocoa | Crafts | Apple Dumplings | Pop Corn | Toddler Area | Glow Experience….AND MORE!! And its FREE!!  Pick up info cards to invite your friends & neighbors. How Can I Help? Station sign-ups are in main foyer.  We are so excited to reach our community for Christ in this capacity, so many thanks in advance! Questions? Call the office at (570) 275-1511. 

 

Seats & Feet The Good Samaritan is collecting NEW socks & underwear for students in the DASD, ages K-12 boys & girls.  Please place the items in the designated baskets in the Main Lobby and gym areas.  Donations are due by Nov. 5.  Good Samaritan will then distribute among the schools.

 

Montour County Feed A Friend Collection basket will be in the Main Foyer through the month of 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.

 

Experience Missions October 21 Williamsport—9am to 1pm – Sign up at www.experiencemissions.com. You can also check out other available dates. This is a  great family or sports team project!

 

New Keys for Kids has Arrived!!

 

Check out the Tract Rack to pick up your new kids devotional for October | November.

 

Lost Something? The closet has been updated with items that could belong to you. You may just find that missing jacket, Bible or water bottle. The Lost & Found Closet is located next to the kitchen.

 

Church Library Open SUNDAYS | 9:15am – 10:15am & WEDNESDAYS | 5 – 7pm – Did you know?? Besides fiction and Children’s books, We also carry Bible Studies, Apologetics, Counseling, Biographies, DVD’s, Missions, Pre-Teen & Teen Resources and so much more.  October is Church Library month, so make sure you check out this great, ever expanding resource! This would be a great time to check your shelves and closets for any outstanding books you may have. 

 

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