First Baptist Church

First Baptist Church is pleased to partner with Samaritan’s Purse this Christmas in order to bless, love, and serve children from around the world. Beginning Sunday, October 30th, you will have the opportunity to take home one, two, three, or more Christmas Shoeboxes. Each Shoebox should be filled with Christmas presents that will be distributed to children who would NEVER otherwise receive a Christmas gift. This is a tangible way for us to show and demonstrate the love and g

In the weeks leading up to Christmas, children will be learning about Advent during Children’s Church. Advent means “to wait patiently.” In the Christian world, it means to patiently anticipate the coming of the Messiah. Advent starts on the first Sunday after Thanksgiving and ends on Christmas Eve. Advent is about spending a little time each day anticipating the birth of our Savior, and all those who waited patiently — Bible characters, Christ’s ancestors, the prophets, his

All 4-year-olds through 6th graders are encouraged to take part in this year’s Christmas pageant. If you have a child who is younger than 4, they may also participate, but must be accompanied by a parent at all rehearsals. The pageant will take place on Sunday, December 11th, at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Practice is scheduled for Sunday November 20th, Sunday November 27th, and Sunday December 4th at 5:00 p.m. There will also be a dress rehearsal Saturday December 10th at 5: