Prayer Requests

BOTH CAMPUSES

GATHER 08/03/25 The Great Wait: Delight and Discernment in the Second Coming, "Six Things to Do While We Wait for Jesus, 6" 2 Corinthians 5:11-15
Sunday's Songs: All Creatures of Our God and King, Victory in Jesus (Christ Won the Victory), Jesus Strong and Kind, Christ Our Hope in Life and Death, Doxology. Listen on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube 
  • Pastor Steve's weekly newsletter,  can be accessed here, NEWSLETTER, "Are You a Good Person?"
  • Discover Class: Learn more about First Bible and how to get connected. Discover is scheduled for Sunday,  August 3 in Madison at 10:45; and on September 7th on both campuses,  9:15 in Decatur & 10:45 in Madison.  Register ONLINE, or at the HUB.
  • Family Worship ends this Sunday, August 3. During this time, we invite our children to join their families for worship service in the sanctuary. Elementary classes & Student Ministry will not meet during this time. A special bulletin geared toward elementary aged children will be available. ABF classes will vary, so please check with the class teacher or stop by the Hub. Nursery - Preschool will continue to meet both hours. The full schedule of Sunday morning ministries resumes August 10.
  • Membership Class - If you're interested in becoming a member of First Bible, a two part membership class will take place on August 17 & 24, 9:15 in Decatur and 10:45 in Madison.  You can register on our website or stop by the Hub. MEMBERSHIP CLASS
  • Morning of Prayer, Saturday, August 23, 8-11:30 a.m. on both campuses. This morning offers an opportunity to join together as a church in uninterrupted time with the Lord in prayer and devotion. Whether you can come for the whole morning, or can only come for part of the time, we hope you'll partner with us by setting aside time to pray for our church, our community, and the world, as we bring our requests before the Lord.

DECATUR CAMPUS

  • Join us Sunday, August 3rd, at 6 PM for the First Priority Prayer Walk at Frances Nungester Elementary. This prayer walk will be taking place at all Morgan, Lawrence, and Cullman County Schools, so if you don’t already have plans to attend your child’s school, we would love to have as many First Bible members as possible praying at our Partners in Education, Frances Nungester.
  • Please make plans to join us for a Fellowship Dinner Wednesday, August 13th, from 6:00-7:30, as we kick off a new semester of ministry! Dinner will be provided. Register by August 10th online or at the Hub! Suggested donation of $5 per person, not to exceed $20 per family (Collected on night of dinner)
    FELLOWSHIP DINNER
  • Women’s Discipleship Groups. Register online or at the HUB. Wednesday night groups will be reading the book Gospel Mom by Emily Jensen & Laura Wifler. Our Thursday night group will be reading the book Identity Theft by Melissa Kruger. Go to the Women’s Ministry Page on the website for more info. The Thursday group will not have childcare. Groups begin 8/20 & 8/21. WEDNESDAY NIGHT  THURSDAY NIGHT
  • Men’s Discipleship Groups: These groups provide a great opportunity to connect with others and grow in your faith. If you’re interested in joining a group or have any questions, sign up at the Hub or email HUB.
  • Women's Bible Studies, registration opens soon. Wednesday mornings, Precept Study on 1 Thessalonians; and a study of Romans. The Romans study is also offered on Sunday afternoons. Childcare for the Wednesday morning studies. Classes begin in Sept. Info is on the Women's Ministry page. 
  • Discipleship Class - Revelation: Hope for the Now and Not Yet! The book of Revelation speaks to our future, but it also has so much to say about our lives here and now. Join us as we dig into this amazing book together! Wed., Aug. 20-Nov. 19, 6:15-7:15. Register online REVELATION,  or at the HUB.

MADISON CAMPUS

  • Essentials Discipleship Class (Sundays, Aug 24 - Nov 9, 5:30 -7:00 pm): There are many doctrines that Christians can think differently on, but have you ever wondered which ones we must agree on? Ones that we would consider essential? Join Pastor Jared for a 12 week discipleship class where this topic will be explored. The doctrines that will be studied include The Bible, Atonement, Justification, and Sanctification. Register online, ESSENTIALS CLASS, or stop by the Hub! 
  • Ladies Ministry: In the Hands of the Potter: Women’s Connections Brunch. Join us Saturday, August 16, for fellowship, encouragement, and opportunities to connect with the women of FBC and various ministries. Registration is $5. Please register by August 13. If you are in need of childcare, very limited childcare is available. For more information, contact Mary Clifford. Here is the link to register CONNECTIONS BRUNCH
  • Connections - Community Groups: During August, sign up sheets are available at the HUB for those interested in joining men's, women's or home groups.
  • Grief Share Class, a Christ-centered support group designed to offer biblical hope and healing for those who have experienced the death of a loved one. Our next 13-week session begins Wednesday, September 3 at 6:30 PM. For more information email HUB. Sign up online GRIEF SHARE or at the HUB. Brochures are available in the foyer.

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Sunday Schedule

DECATUR CAMPUS

Sunday,  08/03/25 
9:15a.m. Worship Service
10:45a.m.  Worship Service
Children's Classes, Nursery-Pre K both hours

MADISON CAMPUS

Sunday,  08/03/25 (ABF Classes will vary, please check at the HUB in the lobby)
9:15a.m. Worship Service
9:15a.m. Adult Bible Fellowship (some ABF's will meet)
10:45a.m.  Worship Service
10:45a.m. Adult Bible Fellowship (some ABF's will meet)
Children's Classes, Nursery-Pre K  both hours

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