Friday, October 31, 2026

Helping People Discover and Enjoy New Life in Christ.

Last Week's Lesson: “Practice Generosity”

Dear Church Family,

In 2 Corinthians 8:1–6, Paul points to the Macedonian churches, who gave joyfully to help others despite their own hardships. Their example reminds us that everything we have comes from God's grace and that generosity begins with a heart committed to Him.

This week's challenge: Ask God how you can use your time, abilities, and resources to serve others and support His work. Then take one practical step with a willing and joyful heart.

“They first gave themselves to the Lord.” — 2 Corinthians 8:5

Join our Weekly Discipleship program for more Scripture, reflection, and practical ways to live out Sunday's message.

Next Sunday: We begin our new sermon series, Practice Gratitude, celebrating God's amazing grace. (See below)

See you on Sunday!

Pastor Terry

LOOKING AHEAD TO SUNDAY

SERMON SERIES:

Practice Gratitude

Sunday, November 1:

Come to God with Thanks

Text: Psalm 95:1-7

Gratitude is more than saying “thank you”—it’s approaching God with joyful hearts and thankful worship. Psalm 95 invites us to sing to the Lord, celebrate His greatness, and remember that He is our Creator, King, and Shepherd. As we begin our new Practice Gratitude series, we’ll discover how recognizing God’s goodness and care shapes our worship and deepens our trust in Him. Come ready to worship, give thanks, and celebrate the God who holds us in His hands!

Whether you've been attending for years, haven't been in worship in a while, or you're looking for a church home, we'd love to welcome you.

📍 First Baptist Church Pigeon Forge

📖 Bible Study – 9:15 AM

🎶 Worship – 10:30 AM

👉🏻If you cannot attend in person, join us via Facebook at 10:30 a.m. for the full service.

Come discover and enjoy a new life in Christ with us.

jJoin us in person or online this week. We'd love to see you!

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YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS THIS!

October 16-November 6: Coats for the Cold Collection. Knoxville Area Rescue Ministries. Details below.

October 31: Move those clocks back 1 hour. You don't want to be the one waiting in the parking lot on Sunday!

November 3: GO VOTE! During the next few days, don't let the elephants and donkeys make you forget you belong to the Lamb!

November 7: Men's Breakfast, 8 a.m.

November 25-26: Church office closed for Thanksgiving.

November 28: Widows' and Widowers' Banquet, 12 p.m.

From the Missions Team

Operation Christmas Child 🎁

Our Mission Team packed 73 shoeboxes last Sunday! (Two more have been turned in!)

You can still participate by donating a packed box or building one online.

Other ways to help:

Pray for this special ministry.
Donate $10 to cover shipping for a box (write SHOEBOX on the memo line).
Give online by selecting Operation Christmas Child from the list of funds.
Build a shoebox online.
Visit our OCC Goal Page under the Missions tab on our website or scan the QR code below. Thank you for sharing God’s love with children around the world!

BUILD A SHOEBOX ONLINE

Give $10 to Ship a Shoebox

🐯 Keep filling those TIGER PACKS! 💛

🐯 TIGER PACKS! Our growing food ministry supports local students who need weekend meals. Thanks to careful planning, just $10 can feed one child for an entire weekend!

Our goal this school year is to distribute more than 1,700 food bags. You can help by donating, packing bags, or delivering them to schools.

❤️ Want to help? Contact Jeana Kirby to volunteer or learn more. Every gift makes a difference!

Feed a Child for only $10