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Church Members
- The Philippines
- Ray Stephenson
- Glenda Dixon
- Sarah Fulcher - Carteret Landing/Memory Care
- Joy Coombs - recovering at home
- Judy Monroe
- Brayden Willis - dislocated shoulder from football injury
- Dick Lewis - recovering from a procedure
Family & Friends
- Western NC
- Rosemary Kuple (friend of Ann Hill)
- Howard Basnight (friend of R. Parker)- ALS
- Larry Styron (friend of Debra Anderson)
- The Johnson's from SC (friends of Jimmy Rivers) - family medical issue
- Torrey Vest (Willis & Phyliss Adcock's Daughter)
- Amy Greene (Curtis & Martha Pittman's Daughter)
Visitors Welcomed
Roger Latham - Embassy Rehab - Those who would like to visit Roger should contact his daughter, Mylissa Maynard, at 252-646-3508 to schedule a time.
Coach
Join the team behind the team!
One of our greatest needs is coaches! We also need referees, devotion leaders, scoreboard keepers, and game day volunteers to help with concessions and other support roles.
Invest in young players, cheer them on, and help share Christ’s love through Upward Basketball!
Coaches Meeting: December 1 & 3, 6:30 PM in the Conference Room
Practices begin: Week of December 14
First game: January 9, 2027
Volunteer
We need volunteers to support game days!
- Referees
- Sound Board Operator
- Score keeper for 5th and 6th Grade
- Score Board Operator
- Concessions
- Provide lunch for volunteers on game days
Wednesday Night Meal
5:30PM in the FLC
Menu
Pizza
*All meals are served with a drink, bread, and dessert.
Merry & Bright Ornament Night
Wednesday, November 4 | 6:00–7:30 PM | Kids Worship
Let’s make the season merry and bright! All children through 5th grade and their families are invited to create ornaments for the Festival of Carols & Trees. Pastor Linza will provide all the supplies—just bring your creativity and enjoy a festive evening together!
Upcoming Events
Myrtle Beach Christmas Trip
Monday, November 9 - Tuesday, November 10
Mike's Farm Christmas Lights & Dinner
Monday, November 30
We are FULL! Waitlist only!
Christmas Caroling & Deliver Poinsettias
Thursday, December 3 at 2:30pm
Christmas Party
Saturday, December 5 from 2:00-4:00pm
Printed newsletters are available in the literature stand in the church reception area!
Baptist Brotherhood Breakfast & Fellowship
Saturday, November 7 | 8:30 AM | Conference Room
Men, join us for a morning of breakfast, fellowship, and encouragement as we continue studying Unbreakable Courage by Max Lucado. Come enjoy time around the table as we grow in faith and encourage one another. Bring a friend—we look forward to seeing you!
Christmas Poinsettias
Honor a loved one while adding beauty to our Christmas Eve services.
Order a poinsettia in honor or memory of someone special to help decorate the church for Christmas Eve.
- Large Jingle Bell Variegated Poinsettias: $35 each • 14 available
- Medium Red Poinsettias: $20 each • 14 available
Please include your loved one’s name and indicate “in honor of” or “in memory of” when ordering. These dedications will be listed in the Christmas Eve program.
You may take your poinsettia home after the Christmas Eve services.
Give Blood. Help Save Lives.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. You can help make a lifesaving difference!
Thursday, November 12 | 9:00 AM–1:30 PM
Family Life Center
Schedule your appointment at redcrossblood.org and enter firstbaptistchurch.
Operation Christmas Child
- October Items: Misc. items to fill shoeboxes
- November 14: Pack & Eat @ 6:00 PM
- November 22: Dedication @ 10:30 AM
(ALL BOXES DUE ON 11/22!)
🎁 Operation Christmas Child
Whether you pack a box at home or join us at the event,
your participation is valued, supported, and deeply appreciated!
PACK AS A FAMILY
Red shoeboxes are available in the hallway outside the Sanctuary for your family to shop for, pack, and pray over together. We know this ministry holds a special place in many families’ hearts!
Please attach a provided label if your box does not already have one, and scan the QR code to pay the $10 shipping donation. Return your filled box when it’s ready, or bring it on Sunday, November 22, for our churchwide dedication during the 10:30 AM One Service in the Family Life Center.
PACK WITH YOUR CHURCH FAMILY
Saturday, November 14 | 6:00 PM | Family Life Center
Join us for an evening of fellowship and packing shoeboxes to share God’s love with children around the world! Please sign up to attend.
To everyone who has contributed to our monthly collections, thank you! Your generosity helps make this ministry possible.
One Service Sunday
November 22 | Family Life Center
Join our church family for breakfast, fellowship, and worship together!
- 9:30 AM — Breakfast catered by Fat Fellas
- 10:00 AM — Children birth through age four will be dismissed
- 10:30 AM — Worship Service
Breakfast menu coming soon!
Churchwide Christmas Party
Wednesday, December 9 | 6–8 PM | Family Life Center
Celebrate the joy of Christmas with your church family! Dress in your festive favorites and bring your favorite holiday snack to share as we enjoy an evening of fellowship and Christmas cheer.
Our Wednesday Nite Kids will share a special Christmas story offering, making the evening even more meaningful!
Bring your family and join us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior together!
Festival of Carols & Trees
December 11–12
Church groups, ministries, and community organizations are invited to participate in Festival of Carols & Trees, a special celebration of Christmas featuring decorated trees, community voting, and a concert by the FBC Choir & Orchestra. Visit the FBC MHC Music Ministry webpage for full details, click the button below for the event guidelines and registration form, or grab a printed packet from the Literature Stand if you would like to participate.
Baptist Brotherhood Current Events
Tuesday Morning Fellowship
Every Tuesday, 6:30am at Cox's
Saturday Morning Fellowship
November 07
Fort Caswell Men's Retreat
October 16-18
To learn more about the Brotherhood or to join a men's prayer group,
TEXT Mike Holden at (828) 430-0615.
Wednesday Nite Kids
Dinner 5:30pm - Classes 6-7:30pm
PreK - 5th Grade
Drop off & Pick up: Kids Worship Room
Dates to Remember
BeDoTell Fall Retreat Caswell: November 13-15
Adopt-A-Block: November 22 at 5pm, come ready to prayer walk around the block and pick up trash.
Churchwide Christmas Party: Wednesday, December 9 at 6pm
Youth Christmas Party: Sunday, December 13 from 6-7:30pm
Music Ministry
Join Us This Fall!
The FBC Music Ministry is preparing for a wonderful season of worship and Christmas music.
Worship Team & Choir: Tuesdays at 5:50 & 7:00 PM
Youth Handbells: Wednesdays at 6:00 PM
Adult Handbells: Wednesdays at 7:30 PM
Instrumentalists: Sundays at 3:30 PM
Interested in joining the Christmas Singers, Handbells, or Instrumentalists? Contact Pastor Charlie for more information.
Save the Date!
🎄 Festival of Carols & Trees — December 11–12
🎶 Sanctuary Choir Christmas Worship — Sunday, December 13, during both morning services
Fall Bible Studies
Wednesdays at 6:30pm
Soul Care - Led by Pastor Nate and Davy Crockett in room E-210 (Seekers).
First Things First - Led by Mark Knight in the Conference Room.
The Book of James - Led by Doug Simpson and Bo Kot in the Parlor.
Knowing God Deeply (Women)
Led by Danielle Leach in room E-212 (Faith & Fellowship).
November: The Practice of Prayer
Each book is a standalone study, so you can join at any time!
We’re excited to introduce the newest faces of our church family! Check out our New Members page on our website, where we share photos, names, and join dates of those who have recently joined. It’s a great way to get to know them and extend a warm welcome.
See who’s joined and celebrate our growing community!
Honor or remember a loved one, celebrate a special occasion, or simply help beautify our worship services by sponsoring the sanctuary flowers.
Use the buttons below to reserve your preferred Sunday. Once you submit the online form, your request will be automatically forwarded to Designs by Melissa, our florist.
If you have any questions about your flower arrangement, pricing, or payment, please contact Melissa at Designs by Melissa directly at 252-726-4100.
2026 Fall Semester
Private lessons are Tuesday, September 8 through Monday, December 14.
Music & Me Group Classes
Infant Classes
Mondays, September 14 - December 14
Toddler Classes
Tuesdays, September 15 - December 15
Fall Recitals
All recitals will be held in the Sanctuary.
Strings
Saturday, November 21 at 11:30 AM
Piano
Saturday, November 21 at 3:00 PM
Drums, Guitar, Bass, & Ukulele
Sunday, November 22 at 1:00 PM
RightNow Media – Free for Our Church Family!
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If you don't already have an account, simply click the Request an Invite button below. We'll send you an invitation so you can begin using RightNow Media at no cost through our church.