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First Friday: Parents’ Night Out
FBC Griffin Kids Presents First Friday, December 6 Parents' Night Out 6:00-9:00 p.m. Supper Included for children $10/First Child $5/Each Additional child Limited space Register now HERE
Advent By Candlelight
It’s the most wonderful time of the year…Advent by Candlelight! FBC is once again hosting a special “ladies only” event on Monday, December 2 at 6:00 p.m. However, this year’s event will be even more special as we join together for dinner, dessert, and...
Thanksgiving Meal Ministry 2019
At First Baptist Church of Griffin, we know that we cannot fulfill God’s calling on our own. As part of the larger Body of Christ, we are constantly looking for ways to partner with the community to make Griffin and the surrounding area a little more like the Kingdom...
Intergernational Advent Celebration
Wednesday, November 20 6:00 p.m., Morgan Hall Join us this year as we “crowd at the creche” to prepare for Advent and Christmas! Bring something that represents you to leave at church—a picture, a small item. Then make a simple creche (nativity scene) to use at home...
FBC Endowment Foundation
A blue envelope for contributions to the First Baptist Church of Griffin GA Endowment Foundation, Inc were available for the first time on Sunday, November 17, 2019 in all three services. Please use the standard offering envelope for budget contributions and the blue...
Community Thanksgiving Service
On Sunday, November 24th, we will join with St. George’s Episcopal, First Presbyterian, First Methodist, St. John Lutheran, and Eagles Way for combined worship at 4:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary of St. George’s Episcopal Church. It is a rare moment when we connect with...
Sole Sunday Shoe Collection
This past Sunday, many of you joined us in surrendering your running shoes as an act of repentance for the ways we, like Jonah, have run away from God’s call. It also became an act of obedience as we sought to clothe Jesus, who has come to us in the form of our...
Christmas Toy Shop Dates
On Monday, December 16, First Baptist will once again provide an inexpensive shopping experience for those in our community needing a little assistance providing Christmas gifts for their children. We are looking forward to assisting a large number of families...
Sole Sunday
Everyone needs a good pair of shoes, and as we study the book of Jonah together, we know Jonah ran from the call of God. We are going to turn in our own running shoes as a way to commit to God rather than from him in our own lives. We want to run TO God rather than...
Called Church Conference Results
On Sunday, October 27, FBC Griffin had a called Church Conference at the end of all three morning worship services. This conference was for the purpose of electing new deacons to begin serving in 2020, voting on whether to approve the recommendation of the deacons to...
Multi-generational Mission Trip
February 14-16, 2020 (Friday-Sunday) Americus, GA Make plans now to join us for this special weekend of service and fellowship. Projects accessible to children as young as three are available. Cost is $125/household, and scholarships are available. Registration is...
First Friday: Potluck and Missions
6:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center Potluck Theme: BBQ
Special Events Sunday, November 3
Time Change Sunday Clocks fall back at 2:00 a.m. Library's 75th Birthday Celebration You are invited to attend the 75th Anniversary celebration of the First Baptist Church Library Ministry this Sunday, November 3. As we celebrate we are asking our church family to...
All Saints’ Sunday
November 3 at 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary.
Called Church Conference
We will have a Called Conference in all services on Sunday, October 27th to handle three items of business. Licensing of Ellee Hilley to the Gospel Ministry Ellee is a child of First Baptist. She grew up here and experienced her...
Fall Festival
October 23 Inflatables | Face Painting | Games Family Life Center Hamburger/Hotdog Meal $6 per person or $20 per family (Guests eat free!) We need volunteers, individually wrapped candy and baked goods to make this year’s festival a success. You may leave candy...
Journey in Grace: Membership Gathering
November 3 FBC Griffin is a “community of grace.” However, we recognize that grace is a journey, not a destination. As with any journey, there are often unexpected twists and turns in the road. Whatever...
First Friday Potluck and Movie
October 4 at 6:00 p.m. in the FLC Morgan Hall Potluck Theme: Family Favorites Movie: Disney's Coco
Benevolence Offering
One of the traditions that we have here at First Baptist is to take up a special offering on “5th Sundays” and following “Communion Sundays.” 100% of this offering goes to benefit the benevolence work that we do here at FBC Griffin, ministering to needs in and around...
One Church and World Communion Sunday
October 6 at 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary The first Sunday in October is designated as “World Communion Sunday,” which celebrates our oneness in Christ with all our brothers and sisters around the world. In John 17, Jesus prays for the disciples, preparing them for his...
Sanctuary Choir Bonus Rehearsal
Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols Presented by the First Baptist Griffin Sanctuary Choir December 8, 2019, 11:00 a.m. Bonus Rehearsals Saturday, September 28, 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 4, 7:0--8:30 p.m. We would love to have you join us in the...
Official Election of new Nominating Committee Members and Deacon Nominations
On Sunday, September 15 during all Worship Services, we will be called into a brief conference in order: to approve the new nominees to be added to the Nominating Committee (Farrah Crider, Angela Rooks, and Gloria Treadway) and to nominate 9 deacon candidates who,...
Journey in Grace – Missions Class
September 18 and 25 FBC Griffin is a “community of grace.” However, we recognize that grace is a journey, not a destination. As with any journey, there are often unexpected twists and turns in the road. Whatever your journey has been to this point, we are thankful...
Labor Day Closings
Monday,September 2 The Church offices and buildings are closed Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day.
Tacos and Hymn Sing
Friday, September 6 at 6:00 p.m. in the Family Life Center Join us for a shared meal and an evening of worship together! We'll provide the drinks and ground beef taco meat. Bring something that fits the taco theme!
First Grade Bible Recognition
August 25 in all 11:00 a.m. services Our church family will celebrate the ways in which our first graders are growing in wisdom and faith with the presentation of a Bible during our 11:00 a.m. worship services. Parents will be asked to stand with their child and join...
Women on Mission Recycling Project
August 25- September 8 It's recycling time again! Look for collection bins in the Welcome Center on Sunday, August 25, September 1, and September 8. We are collecting used Sunday School quarterlies, Christian Literature, Bibles, DVDs, CDs, tapes, etc. for both adults...
Communion Sunday
Come partake in the Lord's Supper with us this Sunday in all services. 8:45 a.m. Chapel Worship11:00 a.m. Connexion Worship11:00 a.m. Celebration Worship Children will worship with their families for the entirety of the 11:00 a.m. services. All of our Communion bread...
Wednesday Night Activities Resume
Wednesday night fellowship and activities resume August 7. Menu: Fried Chicken, Cream Potatoes, Green Beans, Salad, Biscuits, Strawberry Shortcake The Deeper Connexions and Pastor's Bible Study groups will meet together August 7. Dr. Hardee's book study group will...
Promotion Sunday with Sixth Grade Recognition
What does Promotion Sunday mean for my family? If you have a sixth grader this school year, that child joins our Student Ministry today! Students meet in the Basement under the Sanctuary for Sunday School and Wednesday nights.If you have a first...
Journey in Grace – Membership Class
FBC Griffin is a “community of grace.” However, we recognize that grace is a journey, not a destination. As with any journey, there are often unexpected twists and turns in the road. Whatever your journey has been to this point, we are thankful that God has led you to...
Sandra McCracken: Open Hearts, A Celebration of Grace
A FREE women's event at FBC Griffin's Morgan Hall August 24 10:00 - 12:00 p.m. Sandra McCracken is a prolific singer-songwriter and modern-day hymn writer whose songs like “We Will Feast In The House Of Zion,” "God’s Highway" and “Thy Mercy My God” have settled into...
Children’s Summer Events
Children's Ministry July 24: Cookie Baking & Delivery, Begin with potluck at church 5:30-7:30 p.m. July 25-28 - Passport Kids @ Converse College, Spartanburg, SC We have five campers going to Passport at Converse College in Spartanburg, SC. Pray for Ava, Colin,...
Celebrating Sarah Murray’s Ministry, 5 Years
On Saturday, July 27th, Rev. Sarah Murray will celebrate her 5th anniversary with us. Sarah has been a tireless worker and has taken on significant new responsibilities in the last two years. Just a few of the hats she wears are: leading our children’s...
Ryan Cummings, Guitarist in Concert at FBC Griffin
July 21 at 6:00 p.m. in the Bramblett Chapel Ryan Cummings is a classical guitarist and native of Griffin, Georgia. After receiving his first guitar as a gift at the age of 13 Ryan dedicated himself to the relentless pursuit of wonderful musical experiences. Over the...
Summer Camps
Children's Ministry Missions Camp Monday, July 8-Friday, July 12 Please be in prayer for our missions campers this week as they explore local hunger related ministries and learn to be good stewards of God’s blessings. Pray for Ava, Harrison, Jake, JE, Laine, Lucy,...
Lunch and Lyrics
Enjoy a potluck lunch for choir members, and their families/guests following the Celebration Service in the Music Suite. After lunch, join us for Rehearsal of Summer Choir Anthems in the Choir Room lasting until around 2:15 p.m.
Pictures from River Baptism and July 4th Picnic
Pool Parties and Other Water Events Today!
Children's Ministry: June 26 5:30-7:30 p.m. Hot Dogs and drinks provided. Please bring a side to share. Kindergarten and younger: Crider Home, 690 E. College St.Grades 1-5: Pugh Home, 261 Hutchinson Farms Rd. Student Ministry: If you have children in both groups,...
Cooperative Baptist Fellowship General Assembly Report
Nine members of First Baptist Griffin had the wonderful opportunity of attending the annual meeting of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship's General Assembly which met in Birmingham, Alabama on June 19-21. We were inspired and challenged in the worship services and...
River Baptism and July Fourth Picnic
June 30 at Camp Thunder We are excited about those in our congregation who are coming forward to publicly proclaim their faith in Jesus and to follow him in baptism. As a community, we celebrate what God is doing in these lives. We invite you to join us on Sunday,...
FBC Weekday Summer Camp
June 24-28 9:00 a.m. to noon. For ages 2-6 (Rising first graders) Fee is $85 due by June 24. Call 770-228-7880 or email weekday@fbcgriffin.org. Register now!
Summer Film Study
“It is always true to some extent that we make our images of God. It is even truer that our image of God makes us. Eventually we become like the God we image.” (Brennan Manning) If the above statement is true, then we might do well to ask, where do we get these images...
Communion
Vacation Bible School
June 3-6 Monday, June 3-Thursday June 6 5:30 PM Supper 6:00-8:00 PM ROAR Join us this summer for fun and friendship as we journey through the African savannah and the stories of Joseph! Whether life is unfair, scary, changing, or good, God is good! Open to ages three...
Celebration of Hope @ Smoke Rise
The Celebration of Hope May 31st event at Smoke Rise Baptist benefits the ministry of Missy Ward Angalla one of our church's mission partners. If you are interested in attending please purchase your tickets by May 24 online...
Medicine Drive for Children
First Baptist is sponsoring a one month long drive to collect children's medicines for Missy Ward Angalla. Missy runs a refugee center where there are extreme needs for children's medications. We are an encourager church for Missy and Francis's CBF Ministry in Uganda....
Endowment Foundation Election Results
Congratulations to Scott Bailey who was nominated by the foundation board and affirmed by the congregation on February 24, 2019. He will complete the three year remaining term of Curtis Hardwick. Curtis was elected Church Treasurer and remains on the board as an...
First Impressions Team Recruitment
The First Impression Team would love for you to join us as we reach out to guests at First Baptist, seeking to make them feel right at home. Below, you find a list of areas where you can be a part of our First Impression Team: Parking Team Greeter Team Welcome Center...
Election for Directors of First Baptist Endowment Foundation
A called Church Conference will be held on Sunday, May 5, 2019, during all worship services Members will vote, via written ballot, for two (2) persons to fill the vacancies on the Endowment Foundation Board of Directors, created from the rotation of Nancy Blake and...