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Each week, Pastor Eric welcomes a national expert to speak on the major post-COVID-19 issues of the day and how we can engage them.  February 24:   Post-Covid Church, Rev. Mark Tidsworth, Founder and Team Leader, Pinnacle Leadership Associates With a keen curiosity about life, Mark explores the intersection of faith, church, and 21st century living. Mark has served as a pastor, new church developer, interim pastor, renewal pastor, therapist, nonprofit director, business owner, leadership coach, congregational consultant, leadership trainer, and…

February 17 First Baptist Church, Gainesville, Florida14105 NW 39TH AVENUE 7-8 AM and 5:30-6:30 PM

Blood donations are tested for COVID-19 antibodies!All donors will receive a recognition item and a free cholesterol screening. Donors must be 16 or older, weigh at least 110 pounds, and show photo I.D. 16-year-olds require written parental permission.

Pastor Lynn’s Retirement Celebration Sunday, December 27th @ 10 AM During our sanctuary and living room worship service on December 27, we will celebrate Pastor Lynn William’s retirement from First Baptist Church.  The service will be filled with Pastor Lynn’s favorite music, reflections on Pastor Lynn’s ministry, and more.  We will not be able to hold a traditional Baptist reception for Pastor Lynn – thank you Covid-19!  Instead, be looking for opportunities to personally thank Pastor Lynn for her ministry…

ZOOM MEETING DETAILS Join Zoom Meeting on your computer, smartphone or ipad by following this Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88676976780?pwd=aUJuZVh1RkNoZ2h5cU9sOHVGWmx5UT09Meeting ID: 886 7697 6780Passcode: FBCGzoom Join the Zoom Meeting on your PHONE by calling this long-distance number:  929-205-6099. You will be asked to give for a meeting code and passcode. Meeting ID: 886 7697 6780Passcode: 88206276Be on the Look Out! We mailed each Church Member a packet of Business Meeting Materials on Thursday, November 5 or at this link.  These materials include: First Baptist Church Business Meeting Brochure (with all the…

First Baptist Church Gainesville will celebrate Communion this Sunday @ 10 AM in both our Sanctuary and Living Room Worship Services.  Here is how you can get prepared to celebrate the Lord’s Supper. Living Room Worship:  Gather your supplies before worship.  Come by the church during office hours to pick up your Prepackaged Communion elements (Wednesday and Thursday 9 – 4:00 pm).  OR gather crackers and juice from your home to use in worship.  Spiritually Prepare.  Read Paul’s admonition to the Corinthians concerning Communion…

Proceeds to Benefit Youth and Missions We need all hands on deck   Thursday, November 5, 1pm to 4:30pm, move items to the front lobby Saturday, November 7, 6am, move tables and items to the outside Saturday, November 7, 7:30am to 12:30pm, to help with sales  Saturday, November 7, 12:30 – 1:30 to pack up unsold items Contact Pat and Tim Swain at 386-462-5549 (home) or 352-222-5675 (cell) if you have items ready to donate or to volunteer to help. Thank…

On the first Sunday in November we will observe All Saints Sunday. We will remember our loved ones who have passed away over the last year.  If you would like your loved one (church member or not) included on this special Sunday, please send their name and, if possible, a picture to Elizabeth Byrd (elizabeth.byrd@fbcgainesville.net) or call 352.376.4681.