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Finding A Place To Plug Into
How
do I join the Worship Choir or the FBC Orchestra?
It's easy! For the choir, there is NO audition. Many in our
choir are not "trained soloists" and some do not even "read
music." For the Orchestra, we do ask that you come and visit
with the Director and determine your level of skill before
beginning to play. Being in the choir and orchestra is a great
way to worship the Lord, build relationships with others and use
the gifts God has blessed you with to serve Him. All you need to
do is visit a rehearsal on Wednesday evenings, Orchestra is 6:00
pm and the Choir meets at 7:00 pm in the Music Suite. This is
located on the second floor. You'll feel right at home! Come and
check us out. Childcare is provided.
How
do I find a Sunday School class that’s right for me?
There are many options for small group Bible studies. Our Sunday
School is age-graded, so you can find a class where you can
relate to people your own age. Find the “Sunday Bible Study
Directory” Sunday School brochure in your New Member’s bag.
Sunday School classes are listed by age groups. You can also
check out the “Sunday Bible Study” booklet that contains
pictures, profiles, and a contact person for each adult class.
Select a class that you believe fits you and go from there. You
may visit any of the classes that fit your age group until you
find a class where you feel at home. Feel free to check with the
Welcome Center Hosts at the ROC entrance for assistance.
How
do I join a Sunday School class?
There are no requirements, just a desire to do so. All you have
to do is check the “new member” box on the Sunday School
Registration Form. Just mention this to someone at the Welcome
Center desk, or your Sunday School department or class
secretary.
What Discipleship
Opportunities are available?
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Women’s Bible Study
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Men’s Bible Study
Look for specific discipleship opportunities and details in The
First Word, Sunday bulletin, and on the church web site.
What
is “Every Member in a Ministry” and how can I get involved?
FBC believes the Bible teaches that God equips people to use
their gifts, talents and abilities to serve. Every member of FBC
is expected to serve in at least one of the seventy ministries
of the church. A Ministry Class is held each quarter that gives
people a understanding of God’s expectations and the opportunity
to sign up for ministry. See the “How to Get Involved in a
Ministry” brochure for more information.
Does
First Baptist Church offer counseling?
Yes, we offer counseling through The Enrichment Center. You may
contact the Enrichment Center at 341-0811.
What
is the “Enrichment Center”?
The Enrichment Center is a ministry of First Baptist Church. It
is located at 224 2nd Street, SE. Dr. Larry Little is director
of The Enrichment Center. The Center offers a team of specially
trained, licensed therapists and counselors to meet the
individual needs of FBC members and non-members. The goal of The
Enrichment Center is to provide professional, quality services
in an atmosphere of care, concern and confidentiality.
Each therapist and counselor has professional experience in
dealing with a variety of situations to help provide real
solutions for real people. To learn more about psychological
testing and therapeutic intervention call The Enrichment Center
at 341-0811.
What programs are
offered for children?
Sunday:
9:00- 10:00 Sunday School (based on age groups)
10:00-11:30 Extended Teaching Care (Birth- 3 year
olds)
WOW & WOW jr (4 year olds- 4th
grade)
FIX FOCUS (5th & 6th
Grade)
Wednesday:
6:00 – 7:00 pm Church Street Kids Music
What
is Extended Teaching Care?
Extended Teaching Care is our volunteer ministry where we teach
and care for our Babies through Three Year Olds during the
corporate Sunday morning worship times (9:00 & 10:30 am). We
encourage all parents of children within this age to help in
this ministry as well as any other church members who enjoy
serving families by taking care of their children while they
worship. The commitment is only once every two months. Contact
Sara Lansford to sign up for this ministry.
When
is childcare offered?
Childcare for preschool age children (birth – 3 years) is
available on Sunday mornings during the following times:
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Sundays during the 10:30 am Worship hour
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Wednesdays between 6:00-7:00 pm
Is
there a mid-week service?
Wednesday in the Word begins at 6:00 pm and is either in the
Chapel or Worship Center.
What
is IMPACT Wednesday Night Bible Study?
IMPACT is high energy. Each week there is something surprising
or different – it may be a crazy game or special guest. There is
a student praise band that leads in worship. Students are
encouraged to share testimonies about what God is teaching them.
The study is relevant to a student’s life and include subjects
like self-esteem, family relationships, peer pressure, dating,
and friendships. IMPACT is from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm and meets in
the Loft (3rd floor).
What
is Church Street Academy Preschool?
Church Street Academy is the early childhood weekday education
program of First Baptist Church. The program is designed to
serve children ages 6 weeks-four years and their families. The
Infant Nursery portion of the program caters to the needs of our
youngest children (six weeks-one year) with lots of songs,
stories and TLC! Children then begin our structured preschool
curriculum where fun is guaranteed! A walk through our facility
may find children reading A Snowy Day in their classroom, "ice
fishing" in the social studies lab, painting with icicles in art
or waddling like a penguin in p.e.! While each area of our
curriculum is important, our major mission is to ensure that
each child understands that he/she is uniquely created and loved
by God! For more information, please contact Yonna Vines at
350-9086.
What
is the Church Street Academy Kindergarten?
Church Street Academy is the half-day kindergarten sponsored by
First Baptist Church and held on the FBC campus. We opened
Church Street Academy in the fall of 2002 with one kindergarten
class taught by Shelley Hughes. Shelley has a master’s degree in
Early Childhood education with years of experience in the
Decatur City School System. This program offers age appropriate
kindergarten curriculum as well as music, art, music, Spanish,
chapel and computer classes. Your kindergarten age-child will
love Church Street Academy. Registration begins around February
each year and is on a first come first served basis.
What
is the River City Christian Academy?
RCCA is a “cover school” for families who are home schooling
their children. Alabama law requires that a home schooling
family must be part of a “cover school”. Home schooling families
who are a part of this Academy need not be a member of First
Baptist. RCCA is a great place for your family to meet other
home schooling families in the surrounding areas. As a network,
the students are connected with enrichment activities, offered
facilities within the First Baptist campus (ROC) and given a
safe place to hold meetings, tests, and other organizational
courses.
What
is the Preteen Ministry and who is a part of it?
Our Preteen Ministry is called FIX56. The passage from Hebrews
12:2 tells us to FIX our eyes on Jesus and that is the mission
for FIX56. This ministry is for 5th and 6th graders.
Does
FBC have a Singles Ministry?
Yes, we have a singles ministry for every single adult age
group. Single adults are both never married and single again. We
offer a college Sunday School class and two other singles
classes for all ages!
What
is the School of Fine Arts?
The School of Fine Arts is a ministry of FBC. Its purpose is to
provide quality instruction in music, visual arts and
dance/creative movement. All lessons are taught from a Christian
perspective. The use of a variety of traditional and modern
teaching methods encourages students in developing their skills
and God-given talents.
What
kind of classes and lessons are offered by the School of Fine Arts?
Offerings include class instruction in Art (1st-5th grades),
Dance – Creative Dance, Ballet Pointe, Tap and Jazz,
Modern/Liturgical Dance (4 years – adult), Piano (5 years –
adult), Musikgarten (3 months – 6 years), and private
instruction in voice, piano, pipe organ, violin, viola, guitar,
banjo, and electric bass.
Who
may enroll in the School of Fine Arts?
The lessons and classes are available to any child or adult
desiring to begin or continue study. Instruction is adapted to
the student's age and experience. Membership at First Baptist
Church is not a requirement.
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