July Worship Calendar

July 12 at 11:15 am All-Church Worship, Traditional Music in the Sanctuary

July 19 at 11:15 am All-Church Worship, Traditional Music in the Sanctuary

July 26 at 11:15 am All-Church Worship, Traditional Music in the Sanctuary

Chancel Choir Update

The Chancel Choir will return to its normal rehearsal schedule of Sunday mornings at 9:10 am beginning this Sunday, July 12. If you've ever considered singing in the choir, this will be the perfect time to join in the fun!

All ages are welcome! From 5 to 105! Worshipping God through singing is for EVERYONE!

Never sung in a choir before? No problem! There is no previous experience needed. All our choir veterans are friendly and will help you feel comfortable.

You do not need to commit to choir every week -- we are happy to have you singing with us whenever it fits your schedule best.

If you normally attend the Awakening service but would still like to sing in the choir - even if it's not every week - you are more than welcome to attend just a portion of the rehearsal, or none at all and just sing along during the service. While rehearsal time is certainly valuable, it is not a hard requirement. The important thing is that you are included!

Also, you are not bound to the choir loft for the entire service. If you just want to "pop up" to sing the anthem and then go back to the pews, that is okay! Flexibility is the name of the game for us.

If you ever have any questions at all, just talk to Jonathan or send him an email. Choir is for everyone and you are always welcome here, no ifs, ands, or buts.

We look forward to seeing you and hearing your beautiful voice on Sunday, July 12 at 9:10 in the choir loft!

"Who Do I Say That I Am?" Retreat

September 18-19 at the Lay Center, Louisiana, MO

Save the Date! On September 18 and 19, we will host a retreat at the Lay Center in Louisiana, MO. The retreat will be led by Rev. Sandra Dorsainvil and is entitled, "Who Do I Say That I Am?" Sandra is an experienced counselor, minister, and retreat facilitator. We have spaces for 25 people to attend. The cost is $45 per person for lodging and food. If you are interested in signing up, contact Pastor Kristin. You can read more about Sandra at connect-sd.com.

Churchwide Pool Party

August 11, 5:30-8:00 at Albert-Oakland Family Aquatic Center

Join us for our churchwide pool party at Albert-Oakland Aquatic Center on August 11 from 5:30-8:00 pm.

Together on the Way: A Family Sunday School Experience

This summer, First Kids is trying something new for Sunday School!

Children and their adults are invited to join us in the Children’s Suite for Together on the Way, a Family Sunday School experience focused on learning and growing in faith side by side.

Throughout the summer, we will explore themes of the Spirit, discipleship, the church, and prayer through hands-on activities, conversation, storytelling, and shared practices designed for all ages. Along the way, we will collect mementos on carabiners as reminders of what we are discovering together.

While designed with First Kids families in mind, adults of all ages are welcome to join us as we learn and grow together in community. Together on the Way will continue through August 16.

We Want to Pray for You

At First Baptist, we believe community is stronger when we support one another in prayer. If there’s something on your mind, a concern, a hope, or a celebration, our pastors would be honored to hold it in prayer with you.

Your prayer requests are kept private with our pastoral team. Share your request anytime through our Prayer Request page, and know that you are held in prayer. Because we are better together, your joys and burdens matter to us.