VBS 2025

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MADE TO MAGNIFY GOD!
Magnified! VBS will encourage kids to look closely at the details of God’s amazing world and magnify, or proclaim, the greatness of God. God made us, cares about us, loves us, forgives us, and is faithful to keep all His promises to us. We can praise God together! We were made to magnify God!

PreK 4 - Kindergarten (Just Completed)  8:30am - 11:30am 

** PreK 4 kids must be 4 years old by June 23, 2025

1st - 6th Grade (Just Completed)  8:30am - 2pm 

VBS is free of charge! All kids will receive a snack; lunch provided for 1st - 6th graders.  Please inform us of any allergies or safety restrictions when you register online.

Please note the dismissal time for PreK and Kindergarten will be at 11:30AM. 1st - 6th grade will dismiss at 2PM.

Arrival/Check-In will be at the Family Life Center. Please follow signage; there will be lines according to last name.

Dismissal will be at the horseshoe driveway on Curtis St. Please stay in your vehicle and follow the line.

Family Night will be Friday, June 27th at 6pm, in the sanctuary. Refreshments will follow in the gym.

VBS Scripture: Proclaim the LORD’s greatness with me; let us exalt his name together. Psalm 34:3

Motto: Made To Magnify God!

Creek Kids

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March 14-15, 2025
**Deadline to register: February 28, 2025

SPEAKER: Eric Sonnier
WORSHIP: MSU BCM Band
THEME: Under Construction Phillipians 1:6

We are SO excited to be able to attend Creek Kids this year! Please arrive at FBCJ (horseshoe drive)  by 3:15pm to load the vehicles. After a time of prayer, the group will depart at 3:30pm. Creek Kids is 1 hour away. On Saturday, the group will arrive at FBCJ at 3pm.

What is Creek Kids?
Creek Kids Weekend is for boys and girls in grades 1-6 and is a great way for first-time campers to get a taste of what summer camp is like. It begins on Friday evening and ends on Saturday after lunch. Worship services, time at the Snack Shack, a special time for entertainment, and outdoor activities such as archery, riflery, canoeing, and various sports round out this action-packed retreat.

What is the dress code?
Our goal and prayer is for God to be glorified in all areas of our ministry and for clothing not to become a distraction. We ask all campers to dress in a way to be a Christ-like example to others.

With this in mind, the following are examples of unacceptable attire: headwear during worship services, shorts shorter than mid-thigh, shorts/pants with writing on the rear, sleeveless shirts/tank tops/spaghetti straps/crop tops, sleepwear outside the dorm rooms, swimwear in the Dining Hall, leggings/yoga pants, inappropriate artwork, etc. Skirts and dresses should be no shorter than just above the knee.

What should I bring?
Bring an expectant heart, a listening ear, and a positive attitude. Also Make sure to bring your Bible, casual clothes, a pillow, twin-sized linens, towels, personal items, money for snacks and the gift shop. Please label EVERYTHING, even your Bible!

What should I leave at home?
Please leave all cell phones and music-playing devices at home. These items often cause distractions during worship or are lost during camp. Fireworks, firearms, knives, paint ball guns, water guns, shaving cream, skates and skateboards, tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs, and non-prescription drugs are never permitted.

Cost:
The cost is $50 per camper/$40 for siblings. Although we do budget and fundraise for this event, donations to fbcKids can always be made. Checks or cash can be brought to the office, or donate online HERE!

Honduras Mission Trip

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A group of adults from FBC Jennings is planning a mission trip to Honduras from April 26th to May 3rd. Our mission is to serve the local communities by using teams to meet the following needs:

• Medical                                                           
• Dental
• Children’s Ministry                                               
• Eyeglasses
• Construction
• Filter of Hope

To make this mission successful, we are seeking sponsorship and support. Your contribution will directly impact the lives of those we aim to serve and help cover expenses such as travel, accommodation, and project materials.

How You Can Help:

• Financial Support: Any amount is greatly appreciated. Use the link below to give online, or you can bring cash/check to the church office, designating it to the Honduras Mission Trip.

• Prayer Support: Please keep our team and the people we will be serving in your prayers.

• Sharing Our Mission: Feel free to share our mission with others who might be interested in supporting us.

Your support, whether through sponsorship, prayer, or participation in our fundraiser, will make a significant difference. We are grateful for your consideration and generosity.

Thank you for being a part of this mission. May God bless you abundantly. 

Sincerely,

Eric Sonnier

Note: Donations are tax-deductible. Please make checks payable to First Baptist Church and include “Honduras Mission Trip” in the memo line.

First Place | New Session

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In Beyond Free, we’ll study the power of obedience and what holds us in the chains of defeat. Galatians 5:1 offers a past-tense promise with a present tense punch. Jesus set us free, so we could live in freedom…now.  It says we must stand our ground, and not be burdened again by any form of slavery.

In this study, we’ll study and pray, binding ourselves to two staunch beliefs. First, freedom is real because Jesus offered it. He wouldn’t have teased us with it if it weren’t true. Second, freedom is neither perfection nor permission.