Sunday, May 14, 2023

ANNOUNCEMENTS
 
Special Business Meeting Today @ 9:10am – We will be voting in the following new member candidates recommended by our Board of Deacons. All members are encouraged to attend! 
 
Spring Business Meeting Wed., May 24, 7pm in chapel – Join us as we catch up on what’s going on at FBC! We will begin the meeting by voting in a new member candidate recommended by our Board of Deacons. We will also give a furnace update.
 
Baptism at 8am Service this Sunday! “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
 
Baccalaureate is Sunday, May 21st, 7PM at the Danville High School. Pastor Dawes will be speaking at the service. All are welcome to attend! Donations of individually wrapped snacks would be greatly appreciated. Please drop any donations off at the kitchen by May 21st and mark it for baccalaureate.
 
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 help out around the church as well. Come on over!
 
Fishnet This group of amazing ladies meets on Thursdays from 9AM-12 noon at the home of Linda Beyer. They process large quantities of eyeglasses and sunglasses to be sent all over the world! If you would like to join them, please contact Donna Outt.
 
Special Mother’s Day Offering Next Sunday is Mother’s Day and we will be focusing on our Mothers of Preschoolers group. A special freewill offering will be taken to bless our group. This should be above and beyond your normal giving. Please designate checks/envelopes with “MOPS”.
 
All Church Picnic Next Sunday! Mountain View Bible Camp, Snydertown – We are looking forward to gathering together once again! Grilled chicken, chips, & water will be provided. Side dishes and desserts will be welcome. There is also a basketball court and a ball field, so bring your gear. Sign-up today in the lobby or gym!
 
Scholarship Funds Available The Mission Board will be accepting applications for post-high school education from applicants planning to attend post-graduate training at an academic facility with the intent to pursue ministry or missionary work upon graduation. Applications can be picked up outside the Church Office. Deadline to submit your application is May 15th. For more information regarding the scholarship please contact Gary Lewis.
 
NEW!! Women’s Fitness Class: “Fit for His Purpose” Starts this Thursday and is open to women of all ages and fitness levels. We will be meeting in the old Youth Room from7-8pm. All are welcome!! Please bring a friend!
 
VBS Team Sign-ups in the Main Foyer!! July 10-14 | 6-8:30PM – Make sure you are up-to-date with your clearances at danvillefirstbaptist.org/safe-church. Go to our website to complete the annual Safe Church Training videos and fill out the corresponding form. Kiddo Registration begins June 1st!
 
Ladies Open Door Summer Study Begins Wed., May 31st – Pastor Vance Pitman has read a chapter of Proverbs every day for 30 years. Draw from his wisdom gained from steeping in God’s wisdom. Through this four-session Bible study, you’ll gain an appreciation for this popular and applicable book as well as learn how to develop a daily habit of seeking wisdom from God’s Word. In person and zoom. Study books and sign ups are in the Main Lobby. Suggested book donation is $17. Childcare available upon request.
 
Sisters in Christ Ladies Retreat Weekend! SEPTEMBER 15-17, 2023 | LINCK HILL INN, MORRIS, PA – “Two Women…Two Stories…Two Songs” – Sign up in the Main Lobby!!
 
Grad Info Needed We want to celebrate your grad on Sunday, June 4th! INFO DUE BY MAY 21ST. Please email the church your high school or college student’s…
  • Name
  • School/College graduated from
  • Degree Earned
  • Next steps/future plans
  • And a fun picture of your grad!
 
New Our Daily Breads Check out the Tract Rack & Welcome Table to pick up your new Regular Print devotionals for June | July | Aug.
 
Summer Campground Ministry Begins May 28! Join our own Terry Davis , Mark Acker and the Shamokin Area Christian Laymen Association as they share the good news each Sunday!
  • 9am – Knoebels: Across from campground registration desk *Bring chairs!
  • 10:30am – J&D Campground: Multi-purpose building *Seating provided