Serving Together in Jesus’ Name- FBC Enews

FBC Enews: May 6, 2026

This Sunday – May 10th – 9:30 a.m.

Message: “Practicing the Way: Solitude”

WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEAL & BIBLE STUDY: Join us every Wednesday through May 13th for a meal of fellowship and lively discussion. The meal starts at 5:00 PM with Bible Study at 5:30 PM.

Just a Reminder: Abigail Circle is collecting hygiene supplies to give to the nurse at East HS for girls for the summer months. There is a basket in the upstairs ladies restroom.

High School & College Graduates: If you know someone from the church who is graduating from either high school or college, please contact the church office so we can honor them. 812-376-3321 or [email protected]. We will also be recognizing children going into the 1st and 7th grades. The deadline is May 10th.

SAVE THE DATE: Mark your 2027 calendar for May 14-16 for our next Churchwide Retreat at SBYC! It will be an event you won’t want to miss!

A Special Thank You: What a wonderful surprise to be honored by the congregation on Sunday. The picture is so special, the flowers beautiful and the messages in the big basket brought tears to our eyes. We love our church family at First Baptist and are so thankful for your love and care through the years. It has been a privilege to serve our church family and be loved in return. -Bill and Lois

Prayer Shawls: Prayer shawls will be available in the Gathering Place the 2nd Sunday of each month (May 10th) for those who wish to pick one up for someone in need of encouragement.

Newsletter: The deadline for the newsletter is May 15th. Please submit any info to Mel by this date.

Children’s Ministry Mid-year Check-in Meeting: will be held on May 17th following Worship. All who are involved in children’s ministry- or who would like to be- are encouraged to attend.

Mental Health Awareness Q&A: will be held on Sunday, May 17th at 10:45 AM in Fellowship Hall and will be an open Q&A conversation about mental health featuring stories and honest discussion from our congregation. Make plans to come.

Watkins Camp Scholarships for any students attending Indian Creek Baptist Camp need to be turned in by Sunday, May 17th. Contact the church office for the application.

For the Love of Brunch: Beginning in May, the ladies will be taking a summer break from their monthly brunch get together. See you in the Fall!

Women’s LIGHT Bible Study: The Women’s L.I.G.H.T. Bible Study meets on Thurs. at 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel. The topic for the current study is “Paul: Worldview Influences on His Life and Teachings,” a six week study. Study guides are available at the Gathering Place. Bible study ends for the summer with the last session on May 14th.

Men of Faith: is continuing a study on Thursdays at 9:00 am called “Hard Sayings of Jesus.” All men invited! Bible study ends for the summer with the last session on May 14th.

Work Day: Mark Your Calendar! Join us on Saturday, May 16th from 9 to noon for Church Work Day. Meet in Fellowship Hall for coffee, donuts and prayer before discussing work assignments. Items to be completed are:

Mulch

Trim back old grasses

Deep clean sanctuary benches

Clean outside windows that can be reached

Straighten the blocks at outside corner of the chapel.

Miscellaneous cleanup outside the building

Remove leaves in window wells

Clean columbarium & benches

Clean out storage building

Clean the sign

Church Council Meeting: The monthly Church Council meeting will be Tuesday, May 19th @ 5:30 pm.

Sips & Scripture Bible Study will begin on June 4th through July 30th on Thursdays at 9:00 am at Eastbrook Lucabe. Make plans to join us!

Donate Your Car: You can now donate your car and have the proceeds go toward our capital campaign- Forward in Faith. Click the link to get started.

FBC Apparel Store: We have an online store with FBC t-shirts, sweatshirts, hoodies, hats, and bags for any who want to order. Here is the link.

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THIS WEEK:

Tuesday:

Prayer Shawls (11:00 AM)

Wednesday:

Prayer Room Group (12:30 PM)

Wed. Meal & Bible Study (5:00-6:45 PM)

Thursday:

LIGHT Ladies Bible Study (9:00 AM)

Men of Faith Bible Study (9:00 AM)

PRAYER CONCERNS:

Pray for Carolos Bonilla & Mayra Giovanetti (the “BGs”) May and June will find them working with their partners in Spain as they share their discipleship materials with those who are planting 15 new churches in their “15 by 2030” outreach. Learn more about their work at https://internationalministries.org/author/c-bonilla-m-giovanetti/

Our military service members and their families

Victims of war and efforts towards peace around the world

Victims of national tragedies and disasters

Love Chapel: Clients, Volunteers, Brighter Days, Pantry

FBC congregant prayer concerns: Marsha Daugherty, Luann Harlow, Carol Burton, Rollin Strode, Mandy Reed, Bill & Lois Griffith, Janet Bailey, Dorothy Abney, Susan Carter, Tim Pickup, Priscilla & Roger Day, Bobbie & John Walker, Daryl & Dot McMath, Jenny Wilkerson, John & Liz Lipson, Jon Carlstrom, Marge Betz, Anita Burton, Dick & Beth Miller, Ramona Harlow, Anita Yancey, Allen Rea, Larry Alexander, and Roger & Ben Glick and all persons who are homebound & in nursing care centers.