Wednesday Nights with FBC Family

 Pastor’s Book Study

Facilitated by Steven Norris

6:00 p.m., Bramblett Chapel (Note: This group will not meet on April 16)

About the study:

Striving for beauty, art also reveals what is broken. It presents us with the tremendous struggles and longings common to the human experience, while saying much about our Creator too. Great works of art can speak to the soul in a unique way.

Rembrandt Is in the Wind is an invitation to discover some of the world’s most celebrated artists and works and how each of them illuminates something about God, people, and the purpose of life. Part art history, part biblical study, part philosophy, and part analysis of the human experience, this book is nonetheless all story.

The study will include weekly readings, a video segment, and group discussion facilitated by Steven Norris. The study will culminate in a group “field trip” to the High Art Museum in Atlanta later in the spring.

Wednesday Adult Study

Facilitated by Ron Murray

Wednesdays at 6:00p.m. in Hardee Hospitality Room (Note: This group will not meet on April 16)

Ron Murray leads a study of the Minor Prophets on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. in the Hardee Hospitality Room, across from Morgan Hall. The minor prophets are the last 12 books of the Old Testament (Hosea – Malachi). They are called “minor prophets” not because they are less significant than “major prophets” such as Isaiah and Jeremiah, but because they are shorter in length. Bring your Bible each week and enjoy this opportunity to study God’s Word.

Bloom

Facilitated by Sandra Long

6:00 p.m., Cheatham Room (Note: This group will not meet on April 16)

Currently, Bloom and Women in the Word are meeting in a combined class to read through the New Testament with the Replicate Disciple’s Journal (a guided reading through the New Testament). This women’s group is perfect for mothers of older children/teens, and women who seek a deeper study in God’s word. Ladies are invited to drop in at any time during the term to engage in conversation and to pick up in the group’s topical or Bible study. 

Women in the Word

Facilitated by Carol Baldwin and Carol Bowen 

6:00 p.m., Cheatham Room (Note: This group will not meet on April 16)

Currently, Bloom and Women in the Word are meeting in a combined class to read through the New Testament with the Replicate Disciple’s Journal (a guided reading through the New Testament). This group is designed for women of all ages. They select topical studies, as well as Bible studies, that often have video components. Group discussion is encouraged. 

KidMin: Music and Missions

Volunteers lead two groups (preschool (K4 & K5)  and elementary children) through a CBF Spark curriculum on Wednesday evenings between 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. The focus for each study is on  missionaries serving around the globe, as well as in the U.S. During the hour, part of the lesson focuses on music common to the region being studied that evening. The children get to practice rhythm, play instruments, or learn songs related to the curriculum being studied. 

Children ages birth through 3 years may participate in nursery care during our Wednesday night sessions.

All children should be checked in by a parent or guardian in the appropriate classroom, either on the preschool hall or in the children’s wing of the Education Building.

For more information about the program, contact us at 770-227-5517 or email Lori at loriwelborn@fbcgriffin.org.

Students: FBC YTH

Minister: Seth Brown (sethbrown@fbcgriffin.org)
Location: The Student Center (the Basement)
Time: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesdays (year round)

About Wednesdays in the Student Ministry:
Every Wednesday night starts out with games and fellowship, whether that’s in the gym or in the Student Center (the Basement). A time of worship follows, led by volunteers and the Student Minister. Students are encouraged to develop and share their talents during this time if they are gifted in the area of worship arts. During the evening, students will also hear a message and attend small groups.

What else can you expect to be part of your evening in the Student Ministry? Snacks (think popcorn, shakes, chips, or even pizza — depending on what’s going on). Wacky games (that may or may not involve a mess).

Most importantly, you will find an authentic love for Jesus and for every kid in the room when you visit the Student Ministry. We hope you’ll check it out.

Handbell Ensemble

Minister: Ellee Hilley
Location: Handbell Room
Time: 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.
Dates: Wednesdays (Fall and Spring)

About the Handbell Ensemble:
Handbells have been used for music throughout much of human history. They are essentially bells that can be held by a strap in one’s hand. When played in an ensemble, the bells range several octaves and can deliver an entire song without the need for additional instrumentation. These lovely instruments make a great entry point into instrumental music for those who do not yet read music very well.

The Handbell Ensemble performs primarily during the Celebration Service on Sunday mornings several times a year. The group will be practicing regularly under the direction of Ellee Hilley and may make more appearances as the group is prepared.

Contact Ellee Hilley for more information on this group.

Instrumental Ensemble (Orchestra)

Minister: Ellee Hilley
Location: Instrumental Room
Time: 6:00 – 6:45 p.m.
Dates: Wednesdays (Fall and Spring)

About the Instrumental Ensemble:

The FBC Orchestra is composed of volunteer musicians with a wide range of playing experience. Woodwinds, brass, percussion, piano, and stringed  instruments are all typically represented in this group. All ages and experience levels are welcome, although musicians who would like to play for the orchestra should already know how to read music. This is open to youth and adults, although instrumentalists should be in at least 8th grade to join, and should have at least two years of experience playing an instrument.

Performances typically feature hymns and prelude or offertory pieces played during the Celebration Service on Sunday mornings.

Practices for the Orchestra will take place weekly (with a few exceptions) and will end with a brief devotional. 

Contact Ellee Hilley for more information on this group.

Sanctuary Choir

Minister: Erin Clarke
Location: Choir Room (2nd Floor)
Time: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesdays (Year-Round)

About the choir:
The Sanctuary Choir is a group of volunteer singers who meet weekly to prepare hymns and special music for the 9AM Celebration Service on Sunday mornings. 

Choir rehearsals are held in the second floor Music Suite on Wednesday nights, 7-8:15PM.  

Contact Erin Clarke for more information.

Ukulele Ensemble

Minister: Ellee Hilley
Location: Instrumental Multipurpose Room
Time: Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Dates: Thursdays (Year-Round)

Ukulele Ensemble:
The Ukulele resembles a small classical acoustic guitar. When you assemble a group of ukulele musicians, you have a recipe for entertainment, fellowship, and personal growth. The FBC Ukulele Ensemble is known around Griffin for its renditions of favorite tunes, both Christian and secular. They regularly play for local community groups and for our church. 

Beginner Ukulele meets from 12:15-1:00 p.m. on Tuesdays (from August 8). If you are looking for a place to get plugged into music without a lot of added stress, then the Ukulele might be perfect for you! This beginning  Ukulele group requires no music reading skills, just a desire to learn chords and have fun!

Strum, Strum, Strum! meets from noon to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesdays. This Ukulele Ensemble has moved beyond the most basic skills and is beginning to explore new tunes. 

Contact Ellee Hilley for more information on any of these ukulele groups. 

Worship Team: Praise Band & Vocalists

Minister: Ellee Hilley
Location: Morgan Hall
Times: Vocalists at 6:30 p.m.; Praise Band at 7:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesdays (Year-Round)

About the Praise Band and Vocalists:
The FBC Praise Band is made up of instrumentalists and vocalists who lead in the contemporary worship service each week, engaging the congregation in song. The band resembles typical stage band instrumentation with guitar, keyboard, bass, and drums, though other instruments are welcomed additions. A small ensemble of vocalists lead the singing each week. Play or sing once in a while or often…the worship team works on a rotational format. Practices are on Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings, and are always fun though we do work hard during rehearsal. Don’t read music? Rest easy….Band and vocalists do not need to know how to read music (in fact, we do not read music at all on the worship team), but should be proficient in their instrument or voice. Vocalists are trained by our vocal coach, Orietta Russom, and the band is led by Ellee Hilley. Contact Ellee to talk about becoming part of our Worship Team rotation!