FBC Supports Missions
Because Presence Matters
Week of Prayer
Cooperative Baptist Fellowship (Global Mission)
A network of individuals and churches who work together to extend hope in a hurting world
International Mission Board (Lottie Moon)
176 years of reaching those in need around the world with the Gospel
December 13-18, 2021
Week of Prayer for International Missions
“Do not neglect to show hospitality to strangers, for by doing that some have entertained angels without knowing it.” Hebrews 13:2
'Tis the Season to Give
December is a month for giving. FBC emphasizes giving to International Missions in order that Christ and His message may be spread around the world. The two offerings we participate in are the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship Global Mission offering and the Lottie Moon Christmas offering through the International Mission Board.
How do I give?
Each December we are encouraged to give to global missions. Those who contribute to First Baptist Church’s budget receive envelopes for this purpose, or gifts may be mailed to P.O. Box 908, Griffin, GA 30224. You may also contribute through FBC’s online giving portal. For four weeks we will highlight work done by CBF and IMB. We covet your prayers and hope you will support one or both of these endeavors.
Our Support of CBF
The theme for the CBF offering is “Because Presence Matters.” The goal is $4 million. Because our presence matters, all of the CBF offering goes to support field personnel serving around the world.
The mission God gave us to share the Gospel in word and deed has never been more important than it is now. By giving, we are supporting the longer-term presence of field personnel in 19 countries as they cultivate beloved community, bear witness to Jesus Christ, and seek transformational development among people and places otherwise forgotten and forsaken by the world.
"I saw a great multitude standing before the throne..."
Revelation 7:9
'Tis the Season to Give
In December we are encouraged to support International Missions. One of the offerings is the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering.
Who is Lottie Moon?
She was a missionary to China from 1873 to 1912. She wrote letters pleading for mission support and they still resonate today. Because of her determination, WMU collected a Christmas offering to give to the Foreign Mission Board, or IMB. It was named for her in 1918 for her work and sacrifice to keep missionaries on the field. 100% of the offering today goes to this cause.
The goal this year is $185 million. It provides critical funding for the work to continue. Please consider a gift this month to Lottie Moon and/or the CBF Global Mission Offering.
"Let's advance God's kingdom together."
—International Mission Board
Missy Ward-Angalla
We at FBC are especially proud to help sponsor Missy Ward-Angalla as she is a true presence in Africa. A mission trip to assist her is planned for the Summer of 2022.
Please plan to give to CBF Global or Lottie Moon offerings this December.
— FBC Missions Council
Missy Ward-Angalla
Experience the joy of giving by supporting Lottie Moon or CBF Global offerings.
