An Anointed New Year to You and Yours,
God be praised that He brought us out of 2021 into 2022! It is my prayerful hope that you had a meaningful Christmas and New Year Holiday Season. Our Pastoral Staff enjoyed our Selah from noon on Christmas Eve through noon of New Year’s Eve. We are now ready to fulfill our Purpose and Vision with enthusiasm, effectiveness and excellence via our very special 2022 FIBC Theme (see above). This month we are introducing our newly reorganized Pastoral Staff which is still a work in progress. Please pray for us during this new season for the pastor and people of FIBC.
We find ourselves about to end our second year living amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Nevertheless, the Lord promised never to leave us alone. I pray that you and your loved ones have been able to victoriously cope in these challenging times. Although we had a large number of deaths in and related to the FIBC family last year, to my knowledge we lost only two members to the coronavirus. God-willing, we will continue to provide a sanitary-sensitive, holy and healthy worship environment for those of you attending our Sunday worship services in-person. Even though we are very shorthanded of multimedia-related Pastoral Staff persons, we will do our best to provide hybrid Bible studies and worship services for all of you. Happy New Year with love!
Keep the faith and be encouraged!
Pastor Stewart
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Some First Week of January Updates
that you need to know!
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The FIBC Staff will be observing the January 1st holiday on Tuesday, January 4th. Our office will re-open on Wednesday, January 5th. With staffing changes and adjustments, please be patient as we get everyone acclimated.
Also, as announced below, although we are no longer offering dial-in worship on Sundays and Wednesday nights, please know that Wednesday Noonday and Friday Fellowship are not affected by this change.
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We are back in Bible Study. Join us in zoom, or watch on our streaming platforms. 12N and on our steaming platforms at 7P weekly. All lessons are on our website. |
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We are back starting Friday, January 7, 2022!
Open to all who would like to join! Join via video or Conference Call!
Dial-In Number: (602)-753-0410
Zoom ID: 602 258 1998
Zoom Passcode: 1141
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO EVERYONE CELEBRATING IN JANUARY!
We want to celebrate you!
Join Pastor Stewart and Pastor Karen in a Virtual Birthday Celebration on
January 7th at 6:00 pm on Zoom!
Call-In Number: (602)753.0140
Meeting ID: 660 209 9584
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Session Three: Stories of Lived Experiences |
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The FIBCO Dementia Series continues on Saturday, January 8, 2022. This diverse subject matter is designed to educate, inform and support those affected by this diagnosis. There is help! And you can get it in this virtual meeting. Registration is required. Click the picture to register today. And, if you missed a session, video of previous Real Talk Sessions are available on the website. |
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SAVE THE DATE FOR THESE
FIBC ANNUAL GATHERINGS
The times and details will be coming shortly!
No registration is needed. Join via zoom.
Zoom ID 602 258 1998 and Passcode 1141. Dial in at 602-753-0140
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PREPARING TO CELEBRATE DR. KINGE
Learn Justice - A Sunday Bible Study Lesson
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As we prepare for MLK Day, join us on our streaming platforms for this special lesson entitled
SEEKING JUSTICE IN AN UNJUST WORLD
arising from Obadiah 1-4, 10-17.
Sunday, January 16, 2022, at 9:30 a.m.
Download the lesson to be both read and ready! It is on Page 51 of our YOU lesson book.
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Do Justice: It's a Day On, Not a Day Off! |
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FIBC is providing a Day of Service on Monday, January 17, 2022. We will be hosting an information booth at the AZ MLK Festival. Give us a couple of hours that day and help us spread Jesus on this day of Justice! And, bring a friend! Sign up and get more information by clicking the picture below or go to www.fibcaz.org/mlkday. |
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MORE BIBLE STUDY OPPORTUNITIES |
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As we move into 2022, let's learn how to Avoid Life's Pitfalls biblically! Join us on Sunday's at 9:30 a.m. starting January 23, 2022.
And, for women, our Women's Virtual Bible Study will start a new curriculum. Join them as they study Priscilla Shirer's new book, ELIJAH: FAITH AND FIRE. This small group meets in Zoom each Monday at 7:00 p.m. BOOKS ARE FREE AND AVAILABLE NOW IN THE CHURCH OFFICE.
Zoom ID: 924 967 7804
Zoom Passcode: 636767
Zoom Local Dial-In Number: (602) 753-0140
Zoom Toll-Free Dial-In Number: (888) 788-00969
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IN-PERSON REVIVAL IS BACK IN FEBUARY!
SAVE THE DATES!
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Three great preachers for three different days of REVIVAL. Mark your calendars now for these in-person worship opportunities!
Sunday, February 6, 2022, at 7:30 and 11:00 a.m. - Pastor Stephen Thurston, Jr.
Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. - The Rev. Nicole Guns Edwards
Wednesday, February 23, 2022, at 7:00 p.m. - Dr. Terry Mackey
You won't want to miss a single worship service. Service will be live in-person and streamed on our streaming platforms.
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Do you desire to serve your church family in a new way? Join the FIBC staff team! We are hiring Pastoral, Administrative, and Custodial positions. Your next may be NOW! |
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The Re-Gathering Task Force would like to share that ALL Holy, Healthy Sanitary-Sensitive protocols remain in effect at FIBC for the unforeseeable future.
To enter campus buildings, please wear a cloth face mask that securely covers your nose and mouth, be ready to have your temperature taken and follow seating directions for physical distancing.
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Don't Forget Your Tithes and Offerings
As we continue our hybrid Sunday worship services, your tithes and offerings are needed and appreciated. Your generous support of FIBC will continue to go a long way in helping us to fulfill our vision and purpose. Here are some ways you can still give of your tithes and offerings:
· Use Online Giving (set-up an ACH, debit or credit card gift) by clicking here
· Mail a check to the FIBC Campus
· Drop a check off at the FIBC Campus (receptionist desk or there is a mail slot near
the Body Building elevator entrance you can drop it in)
· Text to Give (send a text message to 480.568.3880 and follow the prompts)
· Other ways to give is through our FIBC Legacy Endowment
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Stay Connected to FIBC
- Check your information in the membership database by clicking here
- Download the FIBC APP from Google Play or Apple (search First Institutional Baptist Church)
Watch or Listen to a FIBC Live Experience
- Online at fibcaz.org
- Through the FIBC APP
- Follow us on Facebook Live
- Use local calling to hear us by calling 602-753-0140 and enter the access code 602 258 1998, and passcode 1141. (If you do not have internet you can call into a worship experience and Friday Fellowship with Pastor Stewart using the number. This line is only active during a live event.)
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First Institutional Baptist Church
1141 East Jefferson Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85034
(602) 258.1998 - www.fibcaz.org
info@fibcaz.org
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