Prayer Requests

BOTH CAMPUSES

GATHER 10/26/25, New Series - The Nicene Creed: 1700 Years Later, "Why Did God  Become a Man?"
Sunday's Songs: Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty; The God We Love (Nicene Creed); The Lord Is My Salvation; A Mighty Fortress Is Our God. Listen on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube  
  • Pastor Steve's weekly newsletter,  can be accessed here NEWSLETTER, They Didn't Like My Article. 
  • If you're interested in becoming a member of First Bible, a two part membership class will take place for the Madison Campus, October 19 & 26,  and for the Decatur Campus, November 9 & 16. You can register on Event Registrations, or stop by the Hub on either campus.

DECATUR CAMPUS

  • Discover Class: Learn more about First Bible and how to get connected at the next class, November 2, 9:15a.m. Register at the HUB, online,  or just show up the day of class. NOV DISCOVER 
  • Women's Ministry page. Please join us for a new Bible Study, Oct. 29 - Nov. 19th, 9-11 a.m., on 2 Thessalonians, a Precept Study. The 1 Thessalonians study is not a prerequisite to this study. Childcare available for nursery/preschool. There is a new workbook option with less homework available. Additional information is available at the HUB or online, fbc.org, or email Mary Kate Culpepper marykate@fbc.org. Register here 2 THESS
  • Fall Festival, Sunday, October 26, 4-6:30 p.m. Trunk or Treat from 4-5 followed with hay rides, music and games from 5-6:30p.m. Click here for online registration for FALL FESTIVAL DINNER. To sign up to help with candy donations, games and participation in Trunk or Treat, click FESTIVAL HELP, or stop by the table in the Coffee Commons. Registration closes on 10/22. 
  • Local Outreach Opportunity: Nungester Elementary, Trunk or Treat at First Bible parking lot, Friday, October 31st, 8:15 a.m. Candy will be provided! All you need to do is bring your car, decorate the trunk and hand out the provided candy. Email Sherry Fite for more details and to let her know you will be participating. Lots of fun!
  • Student Ministry Fall Social, 10/29, 6-7:30 p.m. in the Field House. There will be a mechanical bull, fun activities, and dinner ($5). You are welcome to wear a church appropriate costume!
  • Nine Lessons & Carols - opportunity to serve with the choir for this worship service. If you are a member of First Bible, or in the process of membership, join us for rehearsals begin on November 19th, Wednesdays, 6:30 -7:30 in the Choir Room. Practice audio files & music will be available. If you have questions, contact BRUCE. Nine Lessons & Carols Candlelight Service is on Sunday, December 14th.

MADISON CAMPUS

  • Click here for the Madison Campus Women's Page to find out about the many weekly and monthly ongoing opportunities to participate in. 
  • Women's Night of Worship, Friday, November 7th, 7-8:30 p.m. Join us for a night of worship and be refreshed by an evening of lifting our voices in praise, worship and prayer. For more info, contact MARY
  • Discover Class: Learn more about First Bible and how to get connected at the next class, November 2, 10:45a.m. Register at the HUB, online, or just show up the day of class. NOV DISCOVER
  • Fall Festival: Wednesday, October 22, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Join us for an evening filled with games, inflatables, and a Trunk-or-Treat! Bring a friend or two to enjoy the fun! If you’d like to help with games, setup, or cleanup, please contact Kathleen or click FALL FESTIVAL to sign up. To participate as a Trunk-or-Treat car, please email KATHLEEN to register. Arrive by 5:30 PM and bring some candy (some candy will be provided), church parking lot, no Student Ministry that night.
  • Men’s Ministry Dinner, Friday, December 5, 6-8 p.m. A great time of fellowship. Dinner is $15.00 and you can register online, MENS DINNER or at the HUB. Contact JARED 

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Sunday Schedule

DECATUR CAMPUS

Sunday, 10/26/25 
8:00 Early Risers Adult Bible Fellowship
9:15a.m. Worship Service & Adult Bible Fellowships
9:15a.m. Elementary Classes, Student Ministry
10:45a.m.  Worship Service & Adult Bible Fellowships
10:45a.m. Elementary Classes
Children's Classes, Nursery-Pre K both hours

MADISON CAMPUS

Sunday,  10/26/25 
9:15a.m. Worship Service & Adult Bible Fellowships
9:15a.m. Elementary Classes, Student Ministry
10:45a.m.  Worship Service & Adult Bible Fellowships
10:45a.m. Elementary Classes
10:45a.m. Membership Class, Second Session
Children's Classes, Nursery-Pre K  both hours

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