PARENTS NIGHT OUT

DECEMBER 13 | 6-9 PM

Our FBCT family is offering you the opportunity to have a few hours of childcare during the busy Christmas season. Imagine what you could do: Christmas shopping without kids, fellowshipping with Connect Group members, dining out with a spouse or friend, or enjoying peace and quiet.

Our trusted and caring FBCT childcare workers and volunteers will engage your children with fun, age-appropriate Christmas activities while you're out, ensuring they’re well cared for.

Rest easy knowing your children are in a safe, nurturing environment. Take this chance to recharge, knowing you’re returning to happy kids!

•  Registration will close on December 10th.

• The cost is $10.00 per child with a $25.00 family max.

• For preschoolers and kids ages 12 weeks to 3rd grade.

Register Early, as Space is Limited!

Contact Karen Bone at 931.245.0004 or email Karen at preschool@fbct.org with any questions or concerns.

Students, you are invited to a Christmas Party on Sunday, December 8 from 5:30-7:00pm at Pastor Ronny and Mrs. Angie’s house!

Saturday, December 7 @ 5:00pm | Grace Worship Concourse

During and following the Christmas parade our campus will be open to the public for warm beverages and the Tour of Trees in the Grace concourse. We will also have warm drinks and snacks available during the parade! Look for us outside on Franklin Street! For tours of the trees, please enter the Steeple entrance.

Join us on Wednesday, November 20 from 4:30-6:00pm for Thanksgiving Dinner and for a Thanksgiving Worship Service that will begin at 6:00pm immediately following dinner! Tickets for Dinner are just $10 per person, and kids 10 and under eat FREE!

Sunday, November 10, 4:30-6:30pm
Movie: Home
Location: The Green (Outside Kids Entrance)
Bring blankets and chairs. Pizza and Popcorn will be provided.

Ladies, join us for the Sweeter Than Honey Ladies’ Event on Sunday, November 3 from 3-5pm in the Laida Fellowship Hall. We will hear from Keynote Speaker Laurel Powell as well as be a part of two breakout sessions of your choice! No registration required. There will not be childcare.

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

• Honor Your Father and Your Mother
  Led by Beverly Briggs
  In His wisdom God has set us together in families.  His word assures us that He is faithful to all generations. (Psalm 119:90) As our parents reach the time of needing our support in many ways, we can be sure that God is faithful to them and to us. (Psalm 90:1; Isaiah 46:4)
  

• Walking Deeper In Faith
  Led by Jeri Evans
  Christians should spend their lives glorifying God in everything they do. It requires faith to live this way. In  “Walking Deeper in Faith” we will discuss spiritual disciplines to strengthen our daily faith walk.
  

• Praying for your Children
  Led by Rissa Larson and Robin Harris
  Find joy and blessings as you connect your heart to God’s heart on behalf of your children.
  

• Teaching your children how to have a daily quiet time and organization ideas in your home
  Led by Kendyl Chambers
  This session includes ideas on family devotion time and teaching your older children how to incorporate a quiet time into their day.  There will also be ideas on how to be organized with your children in the home.

October 27, 2024

Moms and Dads, your FBCT church family is excited to celebrate, support and partner with you as you dedicate your child to God as part of our semi-annual Parent and Child Dedication Celebration. This time of dedication is one of the most important first milestones you will have as a parent. We cannot wait to celebrate and pray for you and your family! 

If you have any questions, call 931.245.0004 and ask for Mrs. Karen or Mrs. Cheryl. If you are interested in or to register for the Family Dedication Service on October 27, 2024, please complete the online registration form at fbct.org/childdedication or click here.

Legacy Day Trip to Nashville on October 24.  The group is touring the SBC Offices, Sony Music Building, and enjoying lunch at Loveless Cafe.  Cost is $65 per person.  To sign up, please email Dana at dana.abee@fbct.org or call her at 931.245.0000.  Space is limited to 50 people and several spots are filled.  Meet at the Music/Worship Entrance by 7:40am.  The bus will leave at 8am.

On Wednesday night, October 2 at 6:00pm, Pastor Ronny plans to lead a service that focuses on prayer, fasting, and celebration. We'll take time that night to open the contents found in the Faith Building Time Capsule with our church family. It'll be a special night of worship.

Join us on Sunday, September 29 at 10:30am as we observe the Lord’s Supper during our Worship Service.

Sunday, September 29th | 9am

We have loved watching your child grow in their knowledge of God, and we are honored to celebrate the milestone of your child entering Kindergarten by presenting them with a Bible of their very own.

We invite you to participate on Sunday morning, September 29, during 9:00am Connect Hour in Room 3109-12.

Registration begins on September 1st. Click on the link below to register your child to participate in the Bible Presentation Ceremony. To help with our preparations, we need to know who will participate on Sunday.

Click HERE to Register. 

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 | 6-8 PM

Open to beginners as well as advanced players.
Learn the basics, open play for experienced players.

Location:
First Baptist Clarksville Gym (Hope Building)

What you will need:
Tennis shoes and a paddle if you have one. (First Baptist has extras if needed)

For more information, please contact Mark Webb at 931-624-6303.

SEPTEMBER 23 & 26, 2024 | 6-8 PM

Open to beginners as well as advanced players.
Learn the basics, open play for experienced players.

Location:
First Baptist Clarksville Gym (Hope Building)

What you will need:
Tennis shoes and a paddle if you have one. (First Baptist has extras if needed)

For more information, please contact Mark Webb at 931-624-6303.

September 15 | 9:00 & 10:30am

Calling all Lions, pigs, parrots, cats and more! It’s time to get those animal costumes ready for one of the most FUN Sundays of the year in the FBCT Preschool Ministry!

On Sunday morning, September 15 our preschoolers will be learning that God keeps His promises through the story of Noah and the animals on the ark. 

All babies-kindergartners are encouraged to come dressed as their FAVORITE animal on Sunday for Connect Groups @9am AND stay through the Smiles Worship Hour @10:30am for additional activities as well as our special guest. Classes are available for moms and dads, too.

Your child will not want to miss “Noah,” as he tells the children all about the Big Boat that God had him build for all those animals! 

September 10 | 10:00am | Becky Bourne's House

Come join Grace & Grit, our widow’s ministry, on September 10, 2024. We will have a time of fellowship and food. Becky Bourne will be providing a brunch for everyone.

September 5, 2024 | 10:30am-1:00pm | Laida Fellowship Hall

For all who are 55 and older, join us on Thursday, September 5, 2024, starting at 10:30am for a special time of spiritual enrichment, lunch, and fun. Bible study starts at 10:30am. At 11:30am after delving into God’s Word, we’ll enjoy a delicious meal, offering a chance to connect and share stories in a relaxed setting. The day will end with a variety of engaging activities, including guest speakers, informational meetings, etc.

Come and be a part! We can’t wait to see you there!

Please RSVP by calling Karen Bone at 931.245.0004 or email Karen at karen.bone@fbct.org

NEXT CLASS: SUNDAY, August 18 NOON-2PM

FELLOWSHIP HALL - HOPE BUILDING

Our First Steps class is designed for new members and guests. We invite you to join our Senior Pastor, Dr. Ronny Raines, and our ministry team for our next membership class. We'll treat you to a delicious lunch and then help you discover how God wants to use you at First Baptist Church. As you attend the class, we'll cover the following subjects:

• A personal relationship with Jesus Christ

• Meaning of church membership

• Biblical baptism

• The Lord's Supper

• The church's beliefs and vision

• Opportunities to give

• Ways to serve in the church

• Ministries at First Baptist Church

• Meet our ministry team

• Time for Q&A

• Tour our church facilities

We hope you'll join us for our next First Steps class. You can register by filling out the online form or by contacting Dana in the pastor's office at 931.245.0000 or dana.abee@fbct.org.

Small Group Bible Study is so very important for spiritual growth, building authentic relationships, and doing life together.

We invite you to Get Connected in a Connect Group on Sunday, August 11 at 9:00am for our Connect Sunday. Preschool, Kids, and Students will promote classes.

Connect Groups meet every Sunday at 9:00am before our 10:30am Worship. We have groups for ALL ages! Learn more about Connect Groups at fbct.org/connectgroups. if You have any questions, please contact info@fbct.org or stop by a Connect Center on Sunday mornings, and we will be happy to help you find the group for you and your family!

Join us for our Back to School Bash Outdoor Fellowship in the Grace Parking Lot on Wednesday, August 7 from 5-7pm! We will enjoy a time of fellowship, food, and fun! Dinner will include Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Chips, Cookies, Ice Cream, Bottled Water and Sodas. We will have water inflatables for the kids!

KIDS MUSIC CAMP 2024

DANNY & THE SHACKS

For children in completed K through completed 5th Grade

• Music Camp: July 8th -12th | 9:00 am-noon

• Musical Presentation: Saturday, July 13th at 5:00 pm

Come along on this Biblically-inspired, Won’t-Bend-Won’t-Bow-Won’t-Burn Babylonian epic, recounting the adventures of Daniel ("Danny," as we call him in our 21st-century version of the story) and his bandmates, The Shacks (better known to you Bible scholars out there as Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego!). In our re-telling of the story, three young Hebrew men named Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, in conjunction with the prophet Daniel (of lions den fame), have a band called DANNY & THE SHACKS. They embark on a roller-coaster-thrill-ride of experiences as they encounter King Neb, his golden statue, some crazy Babylonians, the fiery furnace, and of course, the infamous lions den. Through it all, the powerful truth of God’s Word and the importance of being obedient and faithful to His teaching comes through loud and clear in a storyline so fantastic and faith affirming, it could only come from the Word of God.

If your child is completed kindergarten through 5th grade and would like to participate in Music Camp or audition for an acting role or solo, please visit fbct.org/musiccamp to register.

KIDS MUSIC CAMP 2024

DANNY & THE SHACKS

For children in completed K through completed 5th Grade

• Auditions: May 29th | 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
  (for acting parts and/or singing solos)

• Music Camp: July 8th -12th | 9:00 am-noon

• Musical Presentation: Saturday, July 13th at 5:00 pm

Come along on this Biblically-inspired, Won’t-Bend-Won’t-Bow-Won’t-Burn Babylonian epic, recounting the adventures of Daniel ("Danny," as we call him in our 21st-century version of the story) and his bandmates, The Shacks (better known to you Bible scholars out there as Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego!). In our re-telling of the story, three young Hebrew men named Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego, in conjunction with the prophet Daniel (of lions den fame), have a band called DANNY & THE SHACKS. They embark on a roller-coaster-thrill-ride of experiences as they encounter King Neb, his golden statue, some crazy Babylonians, the fiery furnace, and of course, the infamous lions den. Through it all, the powerful truth of God’s Word and the importance of being obedient and faithful to His teaching comes through loud and clear in a storyline so fantastic and faith affirming, it could only come from the Word of God.

If your child is completed kindergarten through 5th grade and would like to participate in Music Camp or audition for an acting role or solo, please visit fbct.org/musiccamp to register.

Join us on Wednesday, May 22 from 5-7pm for our End of School Church-Wide Fellowship in the Laida Fellowship Hall due to rain. We will enjoy a special time of worship, fellowship, food (hot dogs and hamburgers), and games!