A NOTE FROM PASTOR RONNY…

2026 Bible Reading Plan

Follow along with us as we read the Bible through in 2026! There are six versions you can choose from to follow along with, 52-Week Theological for Kids, 365 Days Theological, Chapter A Day, Through the Bible, Chronological, and New Testament.

IN-CHURCH WORSHIP

• ONE in-church worship at 10:30am
  

ONLINE WORSHIP

There are so many ways to watch our morning worship even if you are not able to be with us in person. You can watch live on our church website at fbct.org/live.

• LIVE on Facebook: facebook.com/firstclarksville. After the live event, you can replay on this same Facebook page. We will stream on Sundays at 10:30am, 2pm, and 7pm, Mondays at 7pm, Wednesdays at 6pm, and Saturdays at 7pm.

• LIVE on Youtube: youtube.com/c/firstclarksville.

• You can listen to and watch past services at fbct.org/sermonarchive

  You can also watch a recent sermon on television through WCKV-TV which is Channel 6 on Charter/Spectrum, Channel 12 on CDE Lightband and over the air through an antenna on Channel 22.1. These programs air at:
  -  9am on Sundays
  - 4:30am on Mondays
  -  7pm on Mondays
  -  8:30am on Wednesdays
  -  4:30am on Thursdays
  -  4am on Fridays

SAVE THE DATES:

• December 31: NO Wednesday Evening Activities

• December 31-January 2: Church Offices Closed (New Years)

• January 7 - 6pm: NEW Growth Groups Begin | fbct.org/growthgroups

• January 11 - 12-2pm: First Steps Class | fbct.org/firststeps

• January 18 - 12–1pm: 2026 Mission Opportunities/Trips Informational Meeting | Original Fellowship Hall

• January 18 - 5-7pm: GriefShare Begins | Room 2208, Parlor | fbct.org/growthgroups

• January 25 - 5pm: Deacon Ordination Service

• February 13-15: DNOW 2026 | fbct.org/dnow

LIVESTREAM - SUNDAYS AT 10:30AM

Aren’t available to join us in-person on Sunday? You can livestream our 10:30am service while it is live in the room from wherever you are! Click the link below or visit fbct.org/livestream.

FRIDAYS - DAY OF PRAYER

We invite you to join us every Friday for a Day of Prayer. No need to sign up, just pray. We ask you to set aside 15 minutes during the day to stop and pray.  A new prayer guide will be posted at fbct.org/pray each Thursday to help direct your prayer time. Every day is a day for us to pray. We are reminded to continually be in a spirit of prayer.

2 Chronicles 7:14 ”And my people, who bear my name, humble themselves, pray and seek my face, and turn from their evil ways, then I will hear from heaven, forgive their sin, and heal their land.”

ONLINE BULLETIN

Whether you worship at home or join us in-person, you can now visit fbct.org/bulletin and find out about what's happening at First Baptist Clarksville through our NEW online bulletin! You can find helpful links, give, and follow along with sermon notes! Check back each week for updated information!

FIRST BAPTIST MUSIC

You can now view and listen to our First Baptist Worship Team music that is used for our online worship! Head over to fbct.org/music and be sure to share the page and your favorite songs with others!

GET CONNECTED

We have many online and in-church Connect Group opportunities for you and your family! Visit fbct.org/connectgroups to learn more!

RightNow Media is an awesome tool for small groups. To get plugged in to Right Now Media, simply text to get started! Text: RightNow FBCClarksville to 41411

Preschool

Wild Adventure Wednesday Resumes

Wild Adventures Wednesday resumes on January 2, 2026. Come join the fun!

Jesus Loves you “SNOW” Much!

January 11, 2026

Preschoolers, join us on January 11 as we learn that Jesus loves you “Snow” much! From going to church, to reading our Bible, to loving God, and Baptism, Jesus is our ultimate example. In fact, through fun snow themed crafts, games, and a very special Bible story, our preschoolers will learn the depth of how much God truly loved us when He sent His Son, Jesus.

Mark your calendar to join us January 11 at 9:00 & 10:30am as we learn that Jesus loves you, Jesus loves me, and Jesus loves the world “Snow” much!

Baptistry Tour

January 25, 2026

On Sunday, January 25, 2026, our PreK and Kindergarten students will tour the baptistry with Pastor Ronny. At this tender age, children are naturally curious and open, making it the perfect time to introduce them to the concepts of the Christian faith. The children will be able to ask questions and learn what baptism means.

You’re Never Too Young!

On Sunday, December 14th, our PreK and Kindergartners learned that you're never too young to Worship God, Love People, Share Jesus, and Make Disciples!

Engaging in Christmas Caroling to our Legacy Connect Group classes at 9 am and then to our younger preschool classes at 10:30 am, our little ones shared the love of Jesus and the true meaning of Christmas over 150 times! A heartfelt thank you to our Preschool Connect Group teachers, and all the moms and dads who helped prepare them for this special day. We’re also grateful to our Legacy Connect Group classes for inviting us to Christmas Carol.

Staying Healthy

To keep our preschool a place of health and happiness, we kindly remind you to monitor your children for any signs of illness. If your child exhibits any symptoms, please err on the side of caution and keep them at home. We require children to be fever-free, without the use of fever-reducing medication, for at least 24 hours before returning to school. This policy helps protect not only the other children but also our valued teachers and staff.

During this time, we encourage you to reinforce good hygiene habits at home, such as frequent hand-washing, using tissues, and covering mouths when coughing or sneezing. We are committed to doing the same in our classrooms. Our cooperative efforts ensure that all families can enjoy the happiest and healthiest of holidays.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Should you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.

*REMINDER: According to Preschool Ministry Health policy, any preschooler sent home due to illness by the Preschool Ministry may not return to the Preschool Ministry for a minimum of 24 hours. A doctor’s note may be required at the discretion of the supervisor for any child sent home more than once.

First Learners Preschool Registration Opens Soon

Currently Enrolled Families | Thursday, January 20 @10am
Waitlist Families | Thursday, January 27 @10am
Registration Opens to All | Thursday, February 3 @10am

First Learners Preschool (FLP) is our ever popular two-day-a-week limited enrollment preschool program that uses Christian curriculum to teach preschoolers not only their ABC’s & 123’s, but also about God & His love for them. FLP meets on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9am-2pm throughout the CMCSS school year. We offer classes for babies who are at least 6 months old on Aug. 15, 2026, through Pre-K. As part of the monthly tuition fee, FLP also has special classes in art, music, and science.

Visit fbct.org/firstlearners for additional information
including information on our 2026-2027 rates.
You can Register starting Thursday, February 3 @10am by clicking here!

All registration forms and fees are submitted online. The $75 registration fee secures your child’s spot in our program and is refunded only if there is a military ordered relocation before August 1, 2026.

If you would like to receive additional information or schedule a tour prior to the opening of registration, email firstlearners@fbct.org.

kidS

KIDS CONNECT GROUPS

• Wednesdays: Every Wednesday night at 6pm in the Kids Worship Room

• Connect Groups: Every Sunday morning at 9am in the Kids Area

KIDS EAT FREE ON WEDNESDAY NIGHTS!

Did you know that Kids 10 and under eat FREE every Wednesday night at First Baptist?! Join us on Wednesdays from 4:30-6:00pm in the Laida Fellowship Hall for a meal before Wednesday Night Connect Groups at 6pm! We can’t wait to see YOU there!

WEDNESDAY NIGHT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR KIDS!

Interested in serving in Kids? We would love to have YOU! Wednesday night volunteers are needed. Email Tabitha Dowdy, Kids Ministry Director, at tabitha.dowdy@fbct.org for more information or to sign up for this opening.

STUDENTS

SAVE THE DATES!

• MDWK: Every Wednesday night at 6pm in the Student Space

• Connect Groups: Every Sunday morning at 9am in the Student Space

• DNOW 2026: February 13-15, 2026 | fbct.org/dnow

DNOW 2026

DNOW is a local weekend retreat, hosted in the homes of our church members and a local church facility. This year it is being hosted right here at First Baptist Clarksville, and we are expecting hundreds of students from local churches to come and encounter Jesus. The cost this year is $55, which includes all meals for the weekend, as well as curriculum, and a t-shirt.

For: Students 6th-12th Grade
Date: February 13-15, 2026
Location: First Baptist Church Clarksville
Cost: $55

Your student must have a completed Code of Conduct & Medical Release completed by registration to participate in this event.

Sign up at fbct.org/dnow.

STUDENT NEWSLETTER

Check out the monthly Newsletter for Students at fbct.org/students.

Student Ministry Remind

Parents, sign up for our students ministry remind app for an extra layer of fast communication. Just text “@2k9abc” to 81010

adults

WEDNESDAY NIGHT GROWTH GROUPS BEGINNING JANUARY 7

Wednesdays | 6:00-7:15pm 

• Celebration of Discipline: Mike Madewell - Room FH2234 - COST: $10
  This study will explore the 'classic disciplines' of Christian faith: the inward disciplines of meditation, prayer, fasting, and study; the outward disciplines of simplicity, solitude, submission, and service; and the corporate disciplines of confession, worship, guidance, and celebration.

• DivorceCare: Wayne & Nancy Wilkinson - Room 2208, Hope Building Parlor (NO COST)
  DivorceCare’s life-changing support groups welcome people and guide them on the path of recovery after separation or divorce. Over 1 million people have found comfort and hope through this 13-week, video-based series.

• Man Journey: Ron Pendergrass - The Loft - COST: $10
  In a world that’s confused masculinity with toxicity and strength with silence, The Man Journey invites men of all ages to reject passivity and redefine greatness through a life-transforming adventure anchored in biblical truth. With raw honesty and hard-earned wisdom, Tim Brown challenges tired formulas and calls men back to the question that matters most: What is a biblical man? Drawing from a legacy of faith, the weight of statistics, and powerful personal stories, Brown outlines the essential truths that awaken a man to his identity, equip him to lead courageously, and send him out to impact generations. Whether you’re a father, grandfather, mentor, or just a man searching for meaning, this book is your roadmap. This isn’t another checklist for Christian men. It’s a battle cry. It’s a mission. It’s a journey. Grab your Bible, bring your questions, and prepare to walk a path that many avoid—but every man needs.

• God of Creation (Women’s Bible Study): Ashley Keene - Original Fellowship Hall (Mark Briggs’ Classroom) - COST: $10
  The opening lines and chapters of Genesis teach us fundamental truths about God. We watch Him bring light after darkness, order after chaos, and rest after toil—all through the power of His Word. Over 10 sessions of verse-by-verse study, dive into the first 11 chapters of Genesis by following three critical stages of understanding: comprehension, interpretation, and application. Teaching videos are key to understanding this study. Revisit familiar stories and historical figures, challenge your basic knowledge, and discover deeper meanings in the text. As God reveals Himself through Scripture, we can only begin to understand ourselves when we first glimpse the character, attributes, and promises of our Creator.

SUNDAY NIGHT GROWTH GROUP BEGINNING JANUARY 4

Sundays | 5:00-7:00pm

GriefShare Support Group - Lyle & Pam Carlson - Room 2208, Hope Building Parlor (NO COST)
GriefShare is a safe, welcoming place where people understand the difficult emotions of grief. Through this 13-week group, you’ll discover what to expect in the days ahead and what’s “normal” in grief. Since there are no neat, orderly stages of grief, you’ll learn helpful ways of coping with grief, in all its unpredictability—and gain solid support each step of the way.

GriefShare will begin on January 18, 2026, with scheduled breaks on February 8 and April 5.

Learn more and sign up at fbct.org/growthgroups.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT GROUPS

6:00-7:15pm | No Cost or Registration

• Large Group Bible Study - Pastor Ronny - Grace Worship Center
  We hope you’ll participate and study with our pastor and fellow church members as we dive into a study on the Holy Spirit!

• Students - Cole McCartney - Student Space
  If you are a student in grades 6-12, we welcome you to join fellow students, Cole, and other student leaders for an encouraging time of worship, fellowship, and teaching. 

• Kids’ Night Children’s Ministry, Hope Building - 1st Floor
  Join us at Kids Night for a high-energy mid-week ministry that encourages kids to grow in their relationship with Jesus Christ through Bible Study, missions education, worship, and recreation games.

• Preschool Wild Adventures, Grace Building - 1st Floor
  Wild Adventures is our Wednesday night program where preschoolers rotate through Bible study, crafts, music and recreation to learn about the love of Jesus.

• Hispanic Ministry - Dr. Ed Rocha - Room 2322 and 2313

• Adult Choir Rehearsal, Grace Building Choir Room
  Join us to lead our congregation in worship. For more information, please contact John Mark Cox, Worship and Creative Arts Pastor, at john.cox@fbct.org.

D-CONNECT GROUPS

TUESDAY MORNING D-CONNECT GROUP (6:30am):

• Men’s Prayer Group, Chick-Fil-A, 6:30am, Led by Scott Moncrief and Greg Utley
  This Bible Study teaches topics relevant for modern men based on Biblical principles from the whole counsel of Scripture. We serve to encourage, build up and unify the men of our community under the ministry and mission of our church. We take off the month of July and December, and follow the Montgomery County school schedule for cancellations and fall/spring break. Men are always welcome to meet at CFA for prayer and social time when we are not formally having a study. Please feel free to call/text Scott Moncrief with questions at 931-378-4110, and to get on our weekly email list for updates, contact spanishbay99@yahoo.com  

TUESDAY NIGHT D-CONNECT GROUP (6:00Pm):

• Mom Life, August 2025 - May 2026
  Mom Life FBCT (Tuesday Group) meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6:00-8:00pm through May in the Fellowship Hall, 2nd Floor Hope Building. Registration/Tuition is $50.00.  Please note that there is no childcare available for the Tuesday Group. Learn more and register at fbct.org/momlife.

WEDNESDAY MORNING (9:30AM):

• Explorers, 3rd Floor Hope Building, 9:30-11:30am, August-May, Led by Becky Bourne
  fbct.org/explorers

• Korean Ministry, Room 2125, 10:00-11:00am, 1st Floor Hope Building, Korean Pastor John Lee
  The Korean Ministry will be studying the Gospel of John.

FRIDAY MORNING D-CONNECT GROUP (9:00am):

• MomLife, August 2025-May 2026.
  Mom Life FBCT (Friday Group) will meet one Friday a month from 9:00am-11:30am. We will begin on Friday, August 29th and meet through May in the Student Space, 3rd Floor Hope Building.  Registration/Tuition is $90.00.  Please note that childcare availability is limited for the Friday Group. Learn more and register at fbct.org/momlife.

SENIOR ADULTS

Legacy

On December 12 our Legacy Ministry took a trip to Nashville to climb aboard the General Jackson for a Christmas Show and Lunch! It was a wonderful time of fellowship.

Legacy GRACE & GRIT

January 13 | 10:00am-11:00am | Room 2208, Hope Building

You’re invited to join Grace & Grit, our widow’s ministry, on January 8, 2026. We would love to have you part of our ministry. Each month, we have a different program.

To RSVP, call Karen Bone at 931-245-0004 or email Karen at karen.bone@fbct.org.

Legacy First Thursday Lunch

January 8 | 10:30am-1:00pm | Laida Fellowship Hall

For all who are 55 and older, join us on Thursday, January 8, 2026, for a special time of spiritual enrichment, lunch, and fellowship.

• 10:30am – Bible Study: Dive into God’s Word together.

• 11:30am – Lunch ($8.00 per person): Enjoy a delicious meal and fellowship.

• 12:00pm – The morning will end with a variety of engaging programs each month.

Come and be a part. We can’t wait to see you there. Invite a friend! To RSVP, call Karen Bone at 931-245-0004 or email Karen Bone at karen.bone@fbct.org.

MISSIONS

Atlanta Mission Trip Update 

Thank you for lifting up our mission team of 12 in prayer as they served in the Operation Christmas Child distribution center on December 6-7. They were part of getting thousands of shoe boxes ready to ship overseas. The boxes they prayed over and processed in this center will be sent to children in the Congo. May many children surrender their lives to Jesus as they hear the gospel and receive these boxes!

2026 Mission Opportunities / Trips Informational Meeting

Join us on Sunday, January 18 from 11:45am-12:45pm in the Old Fellowship Hall as we roll out the 2026 mission opportunities for you and your family to engage in God's work both locally and globally. Lunch will be provided at no cost. There will not be childcare. We will have a kids' area in the back of the room where kids can color and make crafts as we share. You do not need to register for the meeting. 

SAFETY AND SECURITY TEAM UPDATES

• In January, 12 Members of the Security Team will attend the Tennessee Armed Guard Course.

• We are always looking for a few good men and women interested in serving on the SST.  We have positions for armed and unarmed guards, medical professionals and tech savvy volunteers to operate our camera systems.  We really need more camera operators.  If you are interested, please send an email to:  security@fbct.org. 

PRAYER MINISTRY

Prayer Activity in January 2026

Friday every week is our prayer day! Weekly Prayer letters are sent every Thursday night. Call Sherry Donaldson at 931-245-0000 to be added to the prayer letter list!

First Baptist Church is participating in the "City of Prayer" movement in Clarksville/Montgomery County. We have selected to pray on every 2nd Saturday/Sunday of each month. We begin at 8:15 am on Saturday and our last hour of prayer begins at 7:15 am on Sunday morning. Prayer Points are prepared by Bill Graham and emailed prior to the prayer time. Each participant is asked to select a one hour prayer time and pray using the Prayer Points. The January 2026 24-hour Prayer Time will be January 10/11, 2026.

Save the date for our 2026 Prayer Conference with John Franklin. It will begin on Friday, February 27 and conclude Saturday February 28, 2026. More details later!

The FBC Prayer Team wants to make our church a strong praying church!

Library

JANUARY LIBRARY NOTES

WEDNESDAY NIGHT Menu:

Dinner: 4:30-5:40pm | $10 per person, Kids 10 and under eat FREE!

• Dec 24: Christmas Break - No Meal

• Dec 31: New Year’s Eve - No Meal

ATTENDANCE

(Attendance includes online and in-church worship)

• November 23, 2025: 6,835
  Total On-Campus: 1,015 Total Online: 5,820

• November 30, 2025: 5.691
  Total On-Campus: 945 Total Online: 4,746

• December 7, 2025: 10,067
  Total On-Campus: 979 Total Online: 9,088

• December 14, 2025: 8,677
  Total On-Campus: 942 Total Online: 7,735

BAPTISMS

• November 24, 2025: Tammi Daigle

• December 7, 2025: Naomi Carrick, Ethen Shores

• December 10, 2025: Bryce Hartgrove

• December 14, 2025: Everett Knox

• December 17, 2025: Joel Polermo

Christian Sympathy

• Our church extends Christian sympathy to…
  …Teresa C. Forrester in the passing of her son, Derrick Raines on Monday, November 17, 2025.
  ...Joan (Nick) Robards in the passing of her father CSM (Ret) Roger Lucas. Katie Robards in the passing of their grandfather on Saturday, November 8, 2025.
  …Wanda (Louis) Burnett and Peggy (Jimmy) Jernigan in the passing of their mother Thelma Bryant on Tuesday, December 1, 2025.
  …Frances (Bob) Sumner in the passing of her cousin Connie Killebrew Lighthiser on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
  …Joyce Hedrick in the passing of her sister June Mahoney on Saturday, December 6, 2025.

new additions

Will & Ashlyn Bumpus and big brother, Jake Ray, have welcomed Andy Allen Bumpus to their family on December 2, 2025.

STAFF ANNIVERSARIES

JANUARY

• John Lee - Pastoral Team: 20 Years

• John McClain - Facilities Team: 18 Years

• Jaime Casiano - Preschool Team : 18 Years

• Sherry Donaldson - Admin Team: 12 Years

• John Mark Cox - Ministerial Team: 8 Years

• Pearson Ezell - Admin Team: 1 Year

TITHES AND OFFERINGS

Thank you for your faithful giving to First Baptist Clarksville. Your financial support and investment in our church has a direct impact on our ministry. God is at work in our church and because you give, we are able to see lives touched, changed and redirected to honor Him. Learn more about different ways to give at fbct.org/giving or give instantly at fbct.org/give.

If you are interested in volunteering anywhere throughout the campus,
please visit fbct.org/volunteer and let us know!

PRESCHOOL MINISTRY

9am Connect Group Hour

• Greeter/Attendance

• Connect Group Assistant Leaders

• Connect Group Leaders

10:30am Worship Hour

• Greeter/Attendance

• Worship Hour Smiles Team Member

Wednesday 6pm

• Wednesday PM Babies Helper

• Wednesday PM Pre-K TeamKID Leader & Assistant Leader

KIDS MINISTRY

• Teachers for elementary-age kids for Connect Groups

• Wednesday night volunteers

STUDENT MINISTRY

• Connect Group Leaders and Co-Leaders

COMMUNICATIONS MINISTRY

• Photographers (capture Sunday mornings and events)

• Camera Operators during in-person worship for online services

TECH MINISTRY

• Audio, Video, and Lighting

WORSHIP MINISTRY

• Adult Choir, Worship Team, Musicians

LEGACY MINISTRY

• Loving Touch Care for the Homebound and Nursing Homes

first events/KITCHEN ministry

• Kitchen Helpers (making coffee, serving food, and setting up and cleaning up after events)

FIRST IMPRESSIONS MINISTRY

• Sunday Morning First Impressions Greeters and Connectors

Lillian Bradley Church Library Ministry

• Displays/bulletin boards

• Advertising

• Book processing

• Typing

• Man circulation desk

We’d love for you to like and follow us on social media! It’s a great way to stay up-to-date and connected with our First Family! When you visit us for in-church worship, we’d love for you to check-in! This is a great way to invite others to join you! Or if you’re at home or in-person, take a photo of what worship looks like where you’re at and who you’re with and tag us!