A NOTE FROM PASTOR RONNY…

2027 HOLY LAND TRIP

FEBRUARY 17-26, 2027

Interested in joining us for our next Holy Land trip in 2027? Fill out the Interest Form below.

May 31 (following service): Israel Trip Informational Meeting

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:

• May 27: Kids Music Camp Auditions | fbct.org/musiccamp

• May 31 (following service): Israel Trip Informational Meeting

• June 4 - 10:30am-1pm: Legacy First Thursday | Laida Fellowship Hall

• June 6-13: Student Denver, CO Mission Trip (Current 8th-12th Grades) | fbct.org/students

• June 15-19 - 9am-noon: VBS | fbct.org/vbs

• June 22-26: FUGE Camp - Students | fbct.org/students

• July 13-17 - 9am-noon: Kids’ Music Camp | fbct.org/musiccamp

• July 18 - 5pm: Kids’ Music Camp Musical Presentation | fbct.org/musiccamp

• July 28-31: Kids Camp | Completed 2nd- 5th Graders | fbct.org/kidscamp

• September 9 - 4:30-7:00pm: First Steps Class | Dinner: 4:30-5:40pm (Fellowship Hall) Class: 6:00pm (Steeple Landing) | fbct.org/firststeps

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

VBS 2026 Illumination Station Registration is Open!

Get ready to flip the switch and shine bright—Vacation Bible School 2026 is almost here! This summer, we’re inviting kids to step into a place where God’s truth shines bright and His love is clearly seen at Illumination Station! Through engaging Bible stories, Christ-centered teaching, and hands-on opportunities to respond to what they’re learning, children will discover that Jesus is the Light of the World—the One who leads them, loves them, and lights their path each day. 

From the moment they arrive, kids will be surrounded by light, energy, and excitement as they explore one BIG truth: Jesus is the Light of the World! 

Who Can Come?
VBS is open to all children entering Kindergarten through completed 5th grade

When & Where?
June 15–19
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Right here at FBCT!

What to Expect
At Illumination Station, kids will:

• Discover how God’s truth lights their path

• Sing and move in high-energy worship rallies

• Create glowing crafts and hands-on projects

• Play games that connect to each day’s Bible story

• Dive into engaging Bible lessons that shine with truth

• Enjoy snacks and time with friends

Every moment is designed to help kids see clearly who God is and how much He loves them!

Don’t Miss It! This is one of the most exciting weeks of the year—and spots fill quickly! Whether your child has come before or this is their very first VBS, they are going to LOVE being part of the adventure.

Sign up today at fbct.org/vbs and get ready to shine!  Let’s light up the week together at Illumination Station—where kids will discover that God’s light changes everything.

First Learners Preschool Is Hiring!

First Learners Preschool (FLP) is a two-day a week preschool program that uses a Christian curriculum to ensure that every preschooler learns about God & His Son, Jesus as well as their ABCs & 1,2,3s. Our highly acclaimed program is currently accepting applications for positions of Lead Teacher, Assistant Teacher, Music teacher, and Substitutes for our upcoming school year beginning in August 2026. Tuition discounts of 50-100% are available for the children and grandchildren of teachers.

You can apply online at fbct.org/firstlearners. Please scroll to the bottom of the page to fill out an application. Submit Your Application Today! Call for information to apply: 931.245.0004.

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

SAVE THE DATES

• VBS: June 15-19th

• Kids’ Music Camp: July 13-17, Musical Presentation July 18

• Kids Camp: July 28-31st | Completed 2nd- 5th Graders

Sunday morning VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR KIDS!

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

KIDS’ CAMP

Kids Camp will be held at Jonathan Creek in Hardin, KY from July 27th to July 31st, 2026. *Updated this year - We will be taking a charter bus this year for camp.

Completed 2nd- 5th graders are invited to attend.

Early Bird Registration:

$65 deposit by June 13th, $130 total cost due by July 12th.

Regular Registration :

June 14th - July 12th: $70 deposit, $150 total camp cost due by July 12th.

• Current 2026 Medical Release Forms are required to attend.

• A separate form is required for each child.

We are excited to be returning to Crossings Kids Camp at Jonathan Creek for our 7th year!

Crossings Kids Camp is at Jonathan Creek located in Hardin, KY (only an hour and fifteen minutes away). Kids will experience Christ-centered worship, solid Gospel teaching, intentional small group times, exciting water sports, climbing, zip lines and more! Feel free to check out their website at gocrossings.org.

Please fill out a separate form for each child.

KIDS’ MUSIC CAMP: BACK TO THE BEGINNING

Get ready for an exciting summer adventure at our Kids’ Music Camp, Back to the Beginning! Designed for children who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade, this high-energy week will combine fun, music, and biblical truth in a way your kids won’t forget.

Created by Christy and Daniel Semsen, this engaging musical brings the story of creation to life through songs kids will love and a powerful message of God’s love, hope, and redemption. The story follows a group of campers on an unexpected time-travel journey all the way back to the Garden of Eden—reminding us all how good God’s ways truly are.

Important Dates:

• Auditions: May 27 | 5:00–7:00 PM

• Music Camp: July 13–17 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

• Musical Presentation: Saturday, July 18 at 5:00 PM

Music camp books and CDs will be available in the Laida Fellowship Hall on April 16, 23, and 30 during Wednesday night dinner. Books and CDs may also be picked up starting Thursday, April 17 in the church office (Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM).

For more information and to sign up, visit fbct.org/musiccamp.

Get Involved:
Interested in serving as a leader or volunteer? Email graceon.rippy@fbct.org for more information. (All adult volunteers must complete a background check and Ministry Safe Training.)

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

• Denver, CO Mission Trip: June 6-13

• FUGE Camp: June 22-26

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

MEN’S SUMMER STUDY

Wednesdays (June 24 - July 22) | 6:00-7:15pm | The Loft (Hope Building, 3rd Floor)

• PRAYING THE BIBLE Men’s Study Group (For Men 18 and up)
  Led by Ron Pendergrass
  “Since prayer is talking with God, why don’t people pray more?  Why don’t the people of God enjoy prayer more?”  Donald Whitney poses these questions in the opening of his book Praying the Bible.  We will use Whitney’s book as a guide to expand our prayer and devotional life.  There is a $10 registration fee to cover the cost of the book. 

WOMEN’S SUMMER STUDY

JUNE 2-JULY 28

Tuesdays (June 2-July 28) | 9:00-10:30am | Steeple Landing (Grace Building, 3rd Floor)

THE WAY OF WISDOM (Women’s Study) - COST $10
Led by Tabitha Dowdy
Proverbs presents wisdom as a path that leads to life and flourishing, while folly leads to ruin. Every day we choose between the lasting riches of God’s instruction and the empty promises of worldly pursuits. How often do we seek the wisdom of Scripture to guide our decisions, relationships, and priorities? In this study, we’ll rediscover the timeless relevance of Proverbs and learn how to walk faithfully in the fear of the Lord—the beginning of true wisdom.

Please Note: We will not meet on Tuesday, June 16, due to Vacation Bible School.

WEDNESDAYS AT FIRST BAPTIST

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

• Large Group Bible Study - Pastor Ronny - Grace Worship Center
  Join us for a Bible-based large group study led by Pastor Ronny in the Grace Worship Center.

• 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 MEN’S GROUP:

• Men’s Prayer Group, Chick-Fil-A, 6:30am, Led by Greg Utley
  Our Men’s Bible Study addresses real issues facing modern men through the timeless truth of God’s Word. Rooted in the full counsel of Scripture, each study is designed to strengthen faith, sharpen character, and apply biblical principles to everyday life.

  Our mission is to encourage, equip, and unify the men of our community in support of the ministry and mission of our church. Together, we seek to grow as godly leaders in our homes, workplaces, and community.

TUESDAY EVENING WOMEN’S GROUP
(BEGINNING AUG 2026):

MomLife FBCT will meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month from 6-8 pm. We will begin on August 18, 2026 and meet through May 2027 in the Hope Parlor, 2nd Floor Hope Building.

Registration/Tuition is $50.00.  Please note that there is no KidLife [childcare] available for the Tuesday Group.

WEDNESDAY MORNING GROUP
(BEGINNING AUG 2026:

• Explorers (Women’s Bible Study), 3rd Floor Hope Building, 9:30-11:30am,
  August-May, Led by Becky Bourne
  fbct.org/explorers

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

FRIDAY MORNING WOMEN’S GROUP
(BEGINNING AUG 2026):

• MomLife FBCT will meet on the 1st and 3rd Friday of the month from 9:15-11:30am. We will begin on Friday, August 21st, and meet through May in the Student Space, 3rd Floor Hope Building.

  MomLife (Friday Group) will cost a total of $50 a year. If KidLife [childcare] is needed, it will be split into 2 payments. Fall Payment of $35, and a Spring Payment of $35, due in January. Please register online at fbct.org/momlife.

HISPANIC MINISTRY

BREAKFAST MEETING (EVERY LAST SATURDAY OF THE MONTH)

Saturday, June 27 | 7:00am | Jersey Bagels

Every last Saturday of the month at 7:00am, we will be having a breakfast meeting for business owners, merchants, Entrepreneurs, and professionals at Jersey Bagels (2400 Madison Street Suite 3 Clarksville, TN 37040).  The event is an outreach where we have a time together to share principles based on the Bible for these sectors of the commercial industry in order to share the Gospel and serve the Hispanic Community of Clarksville and Montgomery County.  The whole event is conducted in Spanish.  

SENIOR ADULTS

Legacy GRACE & GRIT

June 9 | 10:00am-11:00am | Room 2208, Hope Building

You’re invited to join Grace & Grit, our widow’s ministry, on June 9, 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

June 4 | 10:30am-1:00pm | Laida Fellowship Hall

For all who are 55 and older, join us on Thursday, June 4, 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.

Our guest speaker after lunch will be Bruce Kennedy.  Bruce will be sharing about “wills and trusts.”

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

To RSVP for the Legacy lunch, please call Karen Bone at 931-245-0004 or email Karen at karen.bone@fbct.org.

MISSIONS

ACTS 1:8 PRAYER REQUESTS

CLARKSTON, GA
Worship God • Love People • Share Jesus • Make Disciples
Acts 1:8 - Jerusalem – Judea – Samaria – Ends of the Earth
Love People: This week, a group of five from First Baptist Church Clarksville will travel to Clarkston, Georgia, to distribute backpacks to families and serve the community. As they go, please join us in prayer:

• Safety during travel

• Encourage the families

• Opportunities for sharing the Gospel

• Team members to have boldness and obedience

• People to have open hearts to hear and believe

• That they would love people well and reflect the love of Christ

DENVER, CO
Worship God • Love People • Share Jesus • Make Disciples
Acts 1:8 - Jerusalem – Judea – Samaria – Ends of the Earth
Share Jesus: Students will be traveling to Denver June 6-13 please join us in prayer:

• Safety during travel

• Opportunities for students to share the Gospel

• Students to have boldness and obedience

SUMMER MISSIONARIES
Worship God • Love People • Share Jesus • Make Disciples
Acts 1:8 - Jerusalem – Judea – Samaria – Ends of the Earth
Make Disciples: Sending out summer missionaries. Please join us in prayer:

• For final preparations

• For opportunities to share the gospel

• For them to grow spiritually

• For their families as they are away

• For boldness and obedience

CONSERVATORY

The First Clarksville Conservatory is hiring!

The First Clarksville Conservatory is a Christian music lesson program providing students and adults the opportunity to study music in a church environment. Our application for Fall semester instructors is now open! The Conservatory is seeking instructors for piano, voice, violin, viola, and guitar. While many of our instructors have degrees in music, you are welcome to apply if you have studied music previously and would like to share your talents by teaching the next generation of church musicians. 

Our application is available online through the following link:  First Clarksville Conservatory Employment Application

For more information about the First Clarksville Conservatory please visit our webpage at www.fbct.org/conservatory  

SAFETY AND SECURITY TEAM UPDATE

• SAFETY AND SECURITY TEAM UPDATES

• Congratulations and thank you to Will Bumpus who graduated from the Tennessee Armed Guard Course.

• On April 25th, the Security Team had a range day to improve their shooting skills.

• We are always looking for a few good men and women interested in volunteering for the Safety and Security Team.  The commitment is to serve one Sunday morning a month.  

• We have positions for guards, medical professionals and tech savvy volunteers to operate our camera systems.  If you are interested, please send an email to:  security@fbct.org.  

Library

June LIBRARY NOTES

WEDNESDAY NIGHT Menu:

Dinner: 4:30-5:40pm
Meal Prices: $12 per adult, $2 per child (10 and under)

• MAY 20 Outdoor Fellowship: Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Chips, Cookies, Ice Cream Bars, Bottled Water and Sodas

• MAY 27 Cracker Barrel: Grilled Tenders or Fried Crispy Tender Dippers, Green Beans, Macaroni and Cheese, Buttermilk Biscuits, Salad Bar, Fresh Fruit, Dessert

ATTENDANCE

(Attendance includes online and in-church worship)

• April 26, 2026: 8,225
  Total On-Campus: 1,121 Total Online: 7,104

• May 3, 2026: 11,645
  Total On-Campus: 1,057 Total Online: 10,588

• May 10, 2026: 7,604
  Total On-Campus: 1,196 Total Online: 6,408

• May 17, 2026:
  Total On-Campus: Total Online:

BAPTISMS

• May 10, 2026: Terri Ross, Shawnti Graham, Nash Spears, Walker Cureton

• May 17, 2026: Eleanor Tutwiler

Christian Sympathy

• Our church extends Christian sympathy to…
  …Robert (Carol) Yoreck in the passing of his son. Jason (Tammy Harrell) Yoreck, Nicholas (Monica) Yoreck and Rebecca Yoreck in the passing of their brother Robert James Yoreck III on Monday, April 27, 2026.
  …Linda (Bill) Bradley in the passing of her sister Marcia Harmon on Thursday, May 14, 2026.

• In memoriam of…
  …Nancy Asquith, who passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026.

STAFF ANNIVERSARIES - JUNE

Maxine Jones - Preschool Team: 46 Years
Graceon Rippy - Worship/Communications Team: 17 Years
Beverly Ross - Worship/Communications Team: 13 Years
Erdie Carter - Ministerial 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!