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DECATUR CAMPUS

Saturday, 12/02/23
10:00-11:30a.m. The Table Brunch - Women's Ministry
Sunday,  12/03/23
8:00a.m. Adult Bible Fellowship
9:15a.m. Worship Service
9:15a.m. Adult Bible Fellowships
9:15a.m. Discover Class
10:45a.m.  Worship Service
10:45a.m. Adult Bible Fellowships
5:00p.m. Congregational Meeting (Madison Campus location)
Tuesday, 12/05/23
6:30a.m. Men's Prayer Breakfast
Wednesday, 12/06/23
6:00p.m. SHINE Midweek (elementary age) Christmas Celebration
6:00p.m. Student Ministry
6:00p.m. Rehearsal for Nine Lessons & Carols

MADISON CAMPUS

Friday, 12/01/23
6:30 p.m. Ladies Ministry Christmas Party
Sunday,  12/03/23
8:00a.m. Adult Bible Fellowship
9:15a.m. Worship Service
9:15a.m.  Adult Bible Fellowships
10:45a.m.  Worship Service
10:45 Discover Class
10:45a.m. Adult Bible Fellowships
5:00p.m. Congregational Meeting (Madison Campus location)
Monday, 12/04/23
6:00p.m. Grief Share Class
Tuesday, 12/05/23
6:30a.m. Men's Prayer Breakfast
6:30 p.m. Ladies Philippians Bible Study (Conf. Rm.)
Wednesday, 12/06/23
6:30p.m. Student Ministry

CHURCHWIDE

 GATHER on Sunday, 12/03/23, For Christ's Sake: Trusting God in the Calm and Crisis, "Axe Heads, Angel Armies, and the Siege of Samaria," 2 kings 6-7.
Sunday's songs:  O Come O Come Emmanuel, O Come All Ye Faithful, Be Thou My Vision. Listen on  Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube
Livestream Service: 9:15 or 10:45 available on FBC YouTube; FBC.org; or FBC APP 
  • Loreen Ittermann, our missionary since 1997,  has written two books of her life as a missionary, The Making of a Missionary & When God Calls.  The books are her journal of how God  worked in miraculous ways in Moldova, Ukraine and other Eastern European countries. The books are available on AMAZON. 
  • ONGOING GROW - Discover Class: December 3. Discover is a great opportunity to learn more about First Bible and how to get connected. Register for DECATUR  (9:15); Register for MADISON (10:45), register at the HUB, or just show up the day of class. The next Discover will be January 7, 2024. 
  • Congregational Meeting:  Sunday, December 3rd, is our Annual Congregational Meeting, which will be held at the Madison Campus at 5 PM. As a church, we will celebrate and review the last year and look forward to what is to come in 2024. During this time, elder and deacon candidates will be voted on, as well as the budget. Please note that there is no childcare for this meeting.
  • Please join us on the evening of December 10th for our 9 Lessons and Carols Candlelight service. We will gather on the special evening for the proclaiming of scripture and songs that tell the story of redemption. This is a great opportunity to take a break from the hustle and bustle that surrounds the holiday season and quiet our hearts and minds and turn our attention to the God who made us and loves us. Both Madison and Decatur will have a service at 5 'o clock, and the Decatur service will have an additional service at 6:30 PM. Both campuses will have childcare for nursery through 2 years of age at the 5p.m. service only.
  • Students and parents, our student ministry Winter Retreat is coming up this January 26th through 28th. This will be a weekend of fun and fellowship that will help our students and volunteers grow closer together and closer to the Lord. The cost is $150, and you can sign up on the church website under Event Registration (opening soon)  or stop by the Hub for more information.
  • December Family Devotions: In place of our regular monthly devotions, we have a list of recommended Advent resources available on the RESOURCE page of the website.

DECATUR CAMPUS

  • Decatur ladies, just a reminder of times & date for The Table Christmas Brunch, this Saturday, December 2nd, from 10-11:30, in the Field House. (registration was required).
  • Midweek Shine Christmas Program: Parents please join us on December 6, at 6:00 p.m. for the Christmas program, dinner and activities. Registration by 11/29 was required for this event  even if you are not eating dinner.
  • Go Opportunity: Circle Ranch Christmas Toy Drive. Bring a toy to donate by December 10, preschool - elementary age, drop off at the Christmas tree in the Fireplace Room. 

MADISON CAMPUS

  • Shine Children's Ministry: Gingerbread Bash, Wednesday, December 13, 6-7:30p.m. Children's Ministry families, we hope you will join us for the Gingerbread Bash. We will learn about the first Christmas as we play games, sing songs and build a nativity. Please register by Friday, December 8th to join the fun! Contact - kathleen.  Click here to register for GINGERBREAD BASH
  • Kid’s to Love Christmas Drive, now-12/3. Help support foster children by choosing an ornament or two off the Christmas tree in the lobby. After purchasing the item, take it to the participating locations listed on the back of the ornament by Monday, 12/4. Thank you for making a foster child's Christmas more special. 
  • Madison Women's Christmas Party, December 1, 6:30 p.m. in the lobby. Bring 10-15 copies of a holiday recipe to share, bring a holiday dessert or snack and plan to spend the evening having fun! There will be a hot chocolate bar and a craft to help you get into the spirit of the season. No registration is required. If you have questions, please contact JAYME. 

Other Information & News

CHURCH FAMILY
  • We extend our heartfelt sympathy to Ron & Brenda Francis on the recent passing of Ron's sister, Brenda Anlauf; and to John Tanner and the Tanner family in the passing of Joan, November 29th.  
  • Welcome to our new member on the Decatur Campus, Sherry Cantrell!
ONGOING GO!
  • Chosen Children: Visit the Local Outreach Page to find out more about Chosen Children.
  •  MISSIONS CRISIS RELIEF FUND: To serve Ukrainian refugees through our partners in that area, direct your giving to “First Bible Church” and designate for “Missions Crisis Relief .”  
  •  Africa Renewal  Child Development Program/ Katovu. Sponsor a child for $40-$50/month giving them access to healthcare, education, & hope. For contact info, email hub@fbc.org
  • FBC APP & GIVING INFO: Did you know that we have a church app that is free and provides many useful resources for study and staying connected as a church family?  We encourage you to download the FBC app to begin taking advantage of its many benefits. Also consider utilizing the easy and secure online giving options. If you have questions, or need help with this process, please stop by the HUB and we will be happy to help you, or email hub@fbc.org.

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