Annie Armstrong – Easter Offering

Posted on by Cindy

Annie Armstrong (1850-1938)

Annie was born in Baltimore at a time when there was little opportunity for women. Yet, her devotion to Christ led her to a life of service and leadership. She organized women to pray, to give and to meet the needs around them. She challenged pastors and churches to action and rallied vital support for missionaries. Ultimately, Annie was recognized as a national Southern Baptist trailblazer for her visionary leadership that still inspires millions today.

The offering was started in 1895 by Woman’s Missionary Union® (WMU) to benefit the work of the Home Mission Board (now North American Mission Board). In 1934, it was named in honor of Annie Armstrong, a bold missions advocate and WMU’s first national executive leader. Today, more than $1 billion has been donated by Southern Baptist churches and individuals

The 2021 theme is “The Mission Moves Forward”.

The scripture verse is 1 Corinthians 15:58, “Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the Lord’s work, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.”

The national goal is $70 million.

 

Church Schedule Adjusted for Wednesday October 14th

Posted on by Brian Wells

Dues to the impact of Hurricane Delta there will be No Family Meal this Wednesday evening. The regular children’s activities and Missions classes are also postponed.  In addition the anticipated start of the Women’s Bible study “It’s Not Supposed To Be This Way” by Lysa Terkeurst is also postponed.    HOWEVER  The youth / Student Ministry will meet in the Refuge area from 5:00pm until 7:00pm.  The Adult Bible study and Prayer meeting will meet with Bro. Jeff at 6:00pm in the Family Life Center.  The Adult Choir / Music Ministry will meet in the Worship area at 6:00pm with Bro. Tim.  We look forward to resuming all activities as soon as possible.

Re-gathering the Church

Posted on by Derrick Laughlin

As the church, we are better together and we are extremely excited to take the next step in re-gathering as the church and meeting in person again.  As we begin to prepare for this transition, our staff has been praying and meeting regularly to plan these next steps as we continue to follow the recommendations of the local, state and federal guidelines.  This transition will look and feel different than normal services, as we will continue to maintain social distancing of 6-feet, sanitizing areas, and wearing masks.  We encourage those at risk or elderly to continue to watch our services online and participate from home.  Our modified schedule is listed below, as well as on Facebook.  We are looking forward to visiting with you face to face.

Modified Schedule updated for June 7th

This schedule is subject to change.  Please like and follow us on Facebook for the most up-to-date changes and times.

  • Sunday June 7th –  Worship at Church 9:00 am and 10:30 am. Plus Online Worship at 10:30 am
        • Worship attendance will comply with 50% guidelines for Worship area.
  • Sunday June 14th  -Worship at Church 9:00 am and 11:00 am. Plus Online Worship at 11:00 am
        • Worship attendance will comply with 50% guidelines for Worship area.
        • We anticipate resuming Sunday School and Bible study between the 2 worship services at 10:00 am.
    • We will  have Children’s Church and Nursery services at this time.

COVID-19 Resource Page

Posted on by Derrick Laughlin

As you are aware, concerns regarding COVID-19 have been circulating in recent weeks. Because this is a dynamic situation where additional information and recommended responses are rapidly changing, our staff and leaders are closely monitoring the situation. We want you to know that the health and safety of our members, guests, and the community are our priority.  As information develops, we will update this page accordingly.

Please check out our new COVID-19 Update page for all updates, announcements, and links to resources regarding church for the near future.

COVID-19 Update Page

Ordination

Posted on by Kimberly Rider

There will be an Ordination to the Gospel Ministry service for Eric Sonnier on Sunday, February 9th at 5pm.  There will be a reception for the Sonniers following the ordination service and everyone is invited to attend.   Please plan on bringing food to serve at the reception.  The type of food to bring will be announced in next weeks bulletin.

We will begin taking a Love Offering for the Sonniers  starting today.

 

Trail Life USA

Posted on by Kimberly Rider

The First Baptist Church Trail Life USA Troop LA-1273 will be having its first annual Open House and informational Bonanza to sign up new recruits on January 26, 2020 at 4:00 P.M. in the Fellowship Hall.  Trail Life USA is an exciting outdoor youth development organization steeped in the values and priorities of the Christian Faith.  It is dedicated to a mission “…to guide generations of courageous young men to honor God, lead with integrity, serve others, and experience outdoor adventure.”

This exciting new Ministry will forward the opportunity for boys ages 5-18 to join our newly formed troop.  The initial registration is being offered to members, friends, and family of First Baptist Church, Jennings.  An annual fee will be required at registration.  The leadership of the FBC TLUSA will be introduced during the morning worship service on January 26.  We are excited to bring this program offering to the community.

The motto of Trail Life USA is “WALK WORTHY” …that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God;

Colossians 1:10, NKJV

Please be in prayer for our Troop.

 

Blessings,

Todd Landry, Troop Ministry Liaison