This class is required for all new members of First Baptist Church. This month’s class is led by Associate Pastor Mike Godfrey. Children and preschool Bible Study groups occur at this time as well. Join us in our church library (Building C) for an opportunity to learn about our church.

Our Parent/Child Dedication service is Milestone 1 for families.. This family dedication service is preceded by a one-hour class led by one of our pastors the week prior. We seek to help parents and guardians lead as primary disciple-makers in the home and this service is a part of that strategy. This is a milestone with the church body and thus only parents/guardians who are members of the church participate.

Our Midpoint Bible Study is held in our worship center on Wednesdays at 10:30am and again at 6:15pm. Pastor Mike Godfrey leads this study.

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. This group is for those who have had a loved one die, either recently or years ago, who desire insights regarding grief and working through grief. Our group is led by Pastor David Tarkington. There is no charge for joining and you may attend any or all group gatherings. GriefShare includes thirteen weekly gatherings, personal study, and online support. Our fall sessions begin on August 13 and will continue through November 5 beginning at 3pm. Our meetings end at 4:30pm. Meetings occur in our church library located on the west side of Building C.

Groups for all ages:

• Preschool - Building D

• Children (K through Grade 5) - Building E

• Students (Grades 6-12) - Building B

• Adult Bible Study - Worship Center

Senior Adult Luncheon meets in the FBCOP gymnasium. All are welcome. Attendees are asked to bring a dish or dessert for the meal.

Rooted in James 1:27 and reflected throughout all of Scripture, this special day encourages our church to engage deeply in adoption, foster care, global orphan care and wrap-around family support — central to living as disciples of Christ. We are joining churches in over 120 countries that have witnessed the transformative power of this day to catalyze action and celebrate all that God is doing in their communities on behalf of vulnerable children and families. For our church, this is the launch of our “Christmas in Haiti” initiative. Funds donated from now through Christmas for Haiti will go to support the children and our workers at Cabaret Haiti Mission.

Our Midpoint Bible Study is held in our worship center on Wednesdays at 10:30am and again at 6:15pm. Pastor Mike Godfrey leads this study.

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. This group is for those who have had a loved one die, either recently or years ago, who desire insights regarding grief and working through grief. Our group is led by Pastor David Tarkington. There is no charge for joining and you may attend any or all group gatherings. GriefShare includes thirteen weekly gatherings, personal study, and online support. Our fall sessions begin on August 13 and will continue through November 5 beginning at 3pm. Our meetings end at 4:30pm. Meetings occur in our church library located on the west side of Building C.

Groups for all ages:

• Preschool - Building D

• Children (K through Grade 5) - Building E

• Students (Grades 6-12) - Building B

• Adult Bible Study - Worship Center

FALL INTO GIVING with our food drive this month. We are asking members to bring non-perishable food items to worship service on Sunday morning. All food donations will be given to the Orange Park Clothes Closet & Food Pantry to serve those in our community in need.

Our Midpoint Bible Study is held in our worship center on Wednesdays at 10:30am and again at 6:15pm. Pastor Mike Godfrey leads this study.

GriefShare is a friendly, caring group of people who will walk alongside you through one of life’s most difficult experiences. You don’t have to go through the grieving process alone. This group is for those who have had a loved one die, either recently or years ago, who desire insights regarding grief and working through grief. Our group is led by Pastor David Tarkington. There is no charge for joining and you may attend any or all group gatherings. GriefShare includes thirteen weekly gatherings, personal study, and online support. Our fall sessions begin on August 13 and will continue through November 5 beginning at 3pm. Our meetings end at 4:30pm. Meetings occur in our church library located on the west side of Building C.

Groups for all ages:

• Preschool - Building D

• Children (K through Grade 5) - Building E

• Students (Grades 6-12) - Building B

• Adult Bible Study - Worship Center

We are hosting the Paxton Turkey Bowl. Years ago our former Student Pastor Dave Paxton brought the Turkey Bowl to our church and we are bringing it back, and named in his memory. This will take place in our Student Building (Building B) and will begin at 6:15pm after our Friendsgiving Meal. 🦃 🎳

Our students are hosting a Friendsgiving meal this year during our Wednesday gathering the week before Thanksgiving Day.

Wondering how you will survive the weeks surrounding Thanksgiving and Christmas? Are you dreading these holidays, knowing that everything has changed and that happy memories from past years can’t be recreated?

Our Surviving the Holidays video seminar is especially for people who are grieving a loved one’s death. You’ll learn:

• How to deal with the many emotions you’ll face during the holidays

• What to do about traditions and other coming changes

• Helpful tips for surviving social events

• How to discover hope for your future

This is a free event. A workbook will be provided. You do not have to be a member or First Baptist Church to attend. You do not have to have attended a GriefShare group prior to attend.

We will meet in our church library, located in Building C, directly behind our worship center.

On each 5th Sunday of a month, we will not offer preschool groups during the morning worship service. Rather, we invite parents to bring their little ones to worship with them. We understand that this is not common in church today, but we believe that there is great benefit and blessing for all ages to gather together for worship. Yes, even preschoolers. So, bring your babies, toddlers, the two-, three-, and four-year-olds to worship with you. Don’t worry, we’re ready and they will NOT be a distraction. What a joy to have the littlest in our families sitting beside (or running down an aisle, maybe) while their parents and grandparents and church family members worship next to them.

Our Midpoint Bible Study is held in our worship center on Wednesdays at 10:30am and again at 6:15pm. Pastor Mike Godfrey leads this study.

Groups for all ages:

• Preschool - Building D

• Children (K through Grade 5) - Building E

• Students (Grades 6-12) - Building B

• Adult Bible Study - Worship Center

Senior Adult Luncheon meets in the FBCOP gymnasium. All are welcome. Attendees are asked to bring a dish or dessert for the meal.

This class is required for all new members of First Baptist Church. This month’s class is led by Pastor David Tarkington. Children and preschool Bible Study groups occur at this time as well. Join us in our church library (Building C) for an opportunity to learn about our church.

Our Midpoint Bible Study is held in our worship center on Wednesdays at 10:30am and again at 6:15pm. Pastor Mike Godfrey leads this study.

Groups for all ages:

• Preschool - Building D

• Children (K through Grade 5) - Building E

• Students (Grades 6-12) - Building B

• Adult Bible Study - Worship Center

We are hosting the Clay County Community Band concert in our worship center.

Our Midpoint Bible Study is held in our worship center on Wednesdays at 10:30am and again at 6:15pm. Pastor Mike Godfrey leads this study.

Groups for all ages:

• Preschool - Building D

• Children (K through Grade 5) - Building E

• Students (Grades 6-12) - Building B

• Adult Bible Study - Worship Center

We will gather on Christmas Eve at 6pm to worship the Lord and celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ. This is a family service, so no separate child-care is available. Join us and bring the entire family as we celebrate Christmas together.

This class is required for all new members of First Baptist Church. This month’s class is led by Associate Pastor Mike Godfrey. Children and preschool Bible Study groups occur at this time as well. Join us in our church library (Building C) for an opportunity to learn about our church.

Quarterly meeting for all who lead adult Bible study groups (Sunday School, D-Groups, off-campus groups, etc.)

This class is required for all new members of First Baptist Church. This month’s class is led by Pastor David Tarkington. Children and preschool Bible Study groups occur at this time as well. Join us in our church library (Building C) for an opportunity to learn about our church.

Senior Adult Luncheon meets in the FBCOP gymnasium. All are welcome. Attendees are asked to bring a dish or dessert for the meal.

During junior high, it becomes obvious that we must address “SEX” from a biblical perspective. Our student ministry partners with parents by teaching students the importance of accountability, healthy friendships, and biblical standards for purity. At the same time we think it is much more important for students to learn these principles from their parents. We coach parents to focus on these issues in faith talks and intentional conversations before, and throughout the junior high/middle school years.

This seminar covers topics like: The Biblical Standard For Purity, Spiritual Training of Teens: Parent Roles and Church Roles, Identity in Christ, Accountability and Communication.

This conference is FREE and is for parents of students in junior high school.

This class is required for all new members of First Baptist Church. This month’s class is led by Associate Pastor Mike Godfrey. Children and preschool Bible Study groups occur at this time as well. Join us in our church library (Building C) for an opportunity to learn about our church.

Senior Adult Luncheon meets in the FBCOP gymnasium. All are welcome. Attendees are asked to bring a dish or dessert for the meal.

A child moving into adulthood is a significant event. Biblically, we must equip our children to become men and women of God. Age 16 is a significant time of freedom in our culture. Milestone 5 is about becoming a man or woman of God. Our parents’ seminar we will equip you to disciple your freshmen and sophomore students for adulthood. Issues such as spiritual gifts, the roles of men and women, spiritual disciplines, service in the church, dealing with failure, and other biblical issues will be explored. We teach parents to host a very special “Rite of Passage” ceremony as the discipleship process has been completed and the student prepares for adulthood.

This seminar is for parents and we will provide resources for each family’s rite of passage event.

On each 5th Sunday of a month, we will not offer preschool groups during the morning worship service. Rather, we invite parents to bring their little ones to worship with them. We understand that this is not common in church today, but we believe that there is great benefit and blessing for all ages to gather together for worship. Yes, even preschoolers. So, bring your babies, toddlers, the two-, three-, and four-year-olds to worship with you. Don’t worry, we’re ready and they will NOT be a distraction. What a joy to have the littlest in our families sitting beside (or running down an aisle, maybe) while their parents and grandparents and church family members worship next to them.

Senior Adult Luncheon meets in the FBCOP gymnasium. All are welcome. Attendees are asked to bring a dish or dessert for the meal.

This class is required for all new members of First Baptist Church. This month’s class is led by Pastor David Tarkington. Children and preschool Bible Study groups occur at this time as well. Join us in our church library (Building C) for an opportunity to learn about our church.

This luncheon sponsored by our deacons and provided by a group of ladies in our church is for church members who are widows. Please contact the church office if you plan to attend, or just let one of our deacons know. The meal will be held in the gymnasium of FBCOP.

Quarterly meeting for all who lead adult Bible study groups (Sunday School, D-Groups, off-campus groups, etc.)

This class is required for all new members of First Baptist Church. This month’s class is led by Associate Pastor Mike Godfrey. Children and preschool Bible Study groups occur at this time as well. Join us in our church library (Building C) for an opportunity to learn about our church.

Senior Adult Luncheon meets in the FBCOP gymnasium. All are welcome. Attendees are asked to bring a dish or dessert for the meal.

Our high school senior summit is an annual family equipping event that takes place before high school graduation. Parents, pastors, and student leaders share a meal together. Students will be charged by our student ministry staff as they close this chapter of life and embark on the next.

The focal point of the Senior Summit is a time for parents to read their pre-written blessing over them. We provide resources for families to lead in this time as they prepare for the following Sunday’s high school graduate recognition.

Milestone 6 takes place on Sunday morning. During this service, along with the recognition prior, we thank God for our high school graduates and recognize them at the beginning of our worship service, with a time of prayer and public blessing.

On each 5th Sunday of a month, we will not offer preschool groups during the morning worship service. Rather, we invite parents to bring their little ones to worship with them. We understand that this is not common in church today, but we believe that there is great benefit and blessing for all ages to gather together for worship. Yes, even preschoolers. So, bring your babies, toddlers, the two-, three-, and four-year-olds to worship with you. Don’t worry, we’re ready and they will NOT be a distraction. What a joy to have the littlest in our families sitting beside (or running down an aisle, maybe) while their parents and grandparents and church family members worship next to them.

On each 5th Sunday of a month, we will not offer preschool groups during the morning worship service. Rather, we invite parents to bring their little ones to worship with them. We understand that this is not common in church today, but we believe that there is great benefit and blessing for all ages to gather together for worship. Yes, even preschoolers. So, bring your babies, toddlers, the two-, three-, and four-year-olds to worship with you. Don’t worry, we’re ready and they will NOT be a distraction. What a joy to have the littlest in our families sitting beside (or running down an aisle, maybe) while their parents and grandparents and church family members worship next to them.

On each 5th Sunday of a month, we will not offer preschool groups during the morning worship service. Rather, we invite parents to bring their little ones to worship with them. We understand that this is not common in church today, but we believe that there is great benefit and blessing for all ages to gather together for worship. Yes, even preschoolers. So, bring your babies, toddlers, the two-, three-, and four-year-olds to worship with you. Don’t worry, we’re ready and they will NOT be a distraction. What a joy to have the littlest in our families sitting beside (or running down an aisle, maybe) while their parents and grandparents and church family members worship next to them.