VBS 2026

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Shining a Light on Who Jesus Really Is

While many people claim to know about Jesus, many are in the dark about who He really is. Some might see Jesus as just a person from history, a good man, or a wise teacher but He is much more than that.

At Illumination Station VBS, kids will be challenged to answer Jesus' important question to His disciples, "Who do you say that I am?" As they explore all the ways light brightens, illuminates, reflects, and reveals, kids will discover that Jesus is the light who brings hope to a dark world.

Jesus spoke to them again: "I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life." John 8:12 

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 26th at 6pm, in the sanctuary. Refreshments will follow in the gym.

VBS Scripture: Jesus spoke to them again: “I am the light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in the darkness but will have the light of life.” John 8:12

Motto: Jesus Is The Light Of The World.

Creek Kids 2026

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March 20-21
**Deadline to register: February 28, 2026

SPEAKER:Chris Burton
WORSHIP:TBA
THEME: Connected To The Cross – 1 Corinthians 1:18

We are SO excited to be able to attend Creek Kids this year! Please arrive at FBCJ (horseshoe drive)  between 3:30 - 3:45pm to load the vehicles. After a time of prayer, the group will depart at 4:00pm. Creek Kids is 1 hour away.

On Saturday, the group will arrive at FBCJ at 3pm. We will text parents as soon as we leave Dry Creek.

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. We ask that all attendees participate in the bake sale fundraiser. Checks or cash can be brought to the office or donate online HERE!

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.

First Place – Holiday Session

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November 6th – December 18th at 6 pm (across from the Refuge)

When most people think of the holidays, fitness and healthy eating are not the first things that come to mind. But celebrating Thanksgiving, Christmas and the New Year with family and friends can be fun, delicious and healthy!  A Joy-Full Season is a six-week devotional that will inspire you to eat right and stay active through the winter holidays.

Written by First Place for Health members from around the world, each daily reading in A Joy-Full Season offers motivation for avoiding the unique temptations of the season and personal testimonies about finding balance in the four core areas of life—emotional, mental, physical and spiritual. You’ll also find six weeks of Live It Trackers, special tips for navigating common holiday pitfalls, and scrumptious menus and recipes for Thanksgiving,

Christmas and New Year’s. Who says “healthy” and “holiday” can’t go together?

 

Bible Drill

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Bible Drill is a discipleship program for children and youth. The purpose of Bible Drill is to help increase a believer’s knowledge of the Bible, to develop skills in effectively handling the Bible, to learn how to apply the Bible to their life and to develop scripture memory skills. Louisiana Baptists offer Children, Youth, and High School Bible Drill and Youth Speaker’s Tournament.

Bible Drill meets on Sundays at 4pm (except for the 3rd Sunday in in the Children’s Building.

 

Operation Christmas Child Volunteer

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Thank you for your taking time out to serve as a volunteer! You will be given some brief training before your shift.

Volunteer Expectations:

  • Prioritize friendliness as shoebox donors arrive. Drop-off volunteers represent Jesus Christ and Samaritan’s Purse.
  • Praying over the shoeboxes with the donor. The strongest drop-off location is one that is focused on ministering to each other.
  • Remember to give donors (especially children) an I Packed A Shoebox sticker.
  • Receive every shoebox gift joyfully!
  • Please, do not open the shoeboxes!

Click HERE to volunteer!

Monday, Nov. 14 | 9-11am | Cindy S., Eric S.
Monday, Nov. 14 | 1-2pm | open
Tuesday, Nov. 15 | 9-11am | Ashley M., Allison F.
Tuesday, Nov 15 | 1-2pm | Angie G.
Wednesday, Nov. 16 | 9-11:30am | open
Wednesday, Nov. 16 | 1-3pm | open
Wednesday, Nov. 16 | 3-5pm | Dane S., Chelsea S.
Thursday, Nov. 17 | 9-11:30am | Eric S.
Thursday, Nov. 17 | 1-2pm | Lindsay S.
Friday, Nov. 18 | 9-11am | Katie D.
Friday, Nov. 18 | 1-2pm | Nonie S.
Saturday, Nov. 19 | 10am-12pm | Ashley B.
Saturday, Nov. 19 | 12-2pm | Renee S.
Sunday, Nov. 20 | 11:30am-2pm | open
Monday, Nov. 21 | 9-11am | Kaylee H.

Cindy Sonnier
Drop-Off Team Leader
Jennings, LA

Mission Trip to Panama

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Come to Panama and work alongside local believers to share the love and truth of Jesus Christ through prayer walking, gospel distribution and working in local school ministries that support the outreach ministries of a local Baptist church. During the week there will also be an opportunity to minister in an orphanage and participate in community events with opportunities to share the gospel. Our goal is to connect and equip national and US church partners with opportunities in Central America and the Caribbean to share the Gospel, make disciples, meet human needs and plant and empower healthy churches to take the Gospel to the ends of the earth.
April 2-9, 2022
Cost:  $925 + airfare, insurance, and visa costs
The Missions Committee will help you with the airfare, and will have a fundraiser if needed.  If you are interested, apply for your passport today.  Contact Ruth Cardoza, Tresa Timpa, or Bill Armstrong for more information.