First Baptist Church, Cobden IL
Thursday, March 28, 2024
200 South Walker St. Cobden, IL 62920

Monthly Newsletter

 
NOVEMBER
 
UPCOMING EVENTS:
Nov 07     Time Change
Nov 09     Deacon Meeting
Nov 11     Veterans Day
Nov 25     Thanksgiving     
 
THANKSGIVING BASKETS
If you know of a family who could benefit from the food basket ministry, please pick up a form from the foyer.  You must include your name as well as the name and address of the family.  See Danny H with any questions.  Forms due by Nov 12th, and baskets will be distributed on Nov 20th. 

BELL RINGERS
The Union County Alliance of Churches is in need of volunteers to Ring the Bells on Saturday, Dec 4th from 9a-6p at the Anna Walmart.  Contact Judy N if you're able to cover a shift.
 
THANK CHRIST BANQUET
Our annual banquet will be Sunday, Dec 5th at 5:30 in the FLC.  We invite everyone to bring their family and friends to this special evening of fellowship and food.  We gather to give thanks to the Lord for all the blessings and grace He gives us daily.  Please bring a dessert to pass - everything else will be provided.
 
NURSERY
The nursery ministry has resumed and is in need of helpers.  If you can volunteer to be a part, contact Charlotte.
Schedule: 
 Nov 07     Cheryl S, Heidi B, Debbie S
 Nov 14     Beau, Holly, Drake H
 Nov 21     Debbie M, Charlotte H
 Nov 28     Dover family
 
WOMEN'S STUDY
All ladies of the church are invited to come and share in Bible study on Wednesday mornings, 9a.  Contact Vicki B for more info.
 
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
Shoe boxes now available in the foyer for anyone wanting to participate in this year's collection.  All filled boxes are due Nov 10th.  Things to pack: dolls, soccer balls, matchbox cars, jump ropes, stickers, playdoh, cups, schools supplies, hygiene items, shirts, hats, socks, gloves.  You can also help OCC with money donations to cover shipping.  See Jill B with any questions.
 
CHURCH DIRECTORY
New phone number, address, or family picture?  Now's the time to update your information on the church directory app.  If you're not already a part, see Kim S to get started.
 
LOST AND FOUND
There is now a lost and found cabinet just inside the entrance to the old fellowship hall.  If you've misplaced anything, check it out.
 
PREEMPTIVE PRAYER
Everyone is invited on Sunday mornings to a prayer session for our church, our community, and our country.  We will meet in Pastor Ed's office at 8:30a.
  
YOUTH PROGRAM
The Wednesday night youth program is back in session.  See Allison H, Tom J, or Pr Ed for details.
 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEALS
Our family meals have resumed, beginning each Wednesday at 5:30p.  Cost is still $5/person, $15/family - all inclusive.  Please arrive early so we can clear the area for the youth program by 6:30.
 Nov 03     Baked Ziti
 Nov 10     Grilled Chicken
 Nov 17     Soup and sandwiches
 Nov 24     *Off for Thanksgiving*
 
CHURCH TEXTS
Prayer requests and urgent notices can be submitted by texting or emailing to "text@cobdenfbc.com".  These will be reviewed before distributing as appropriate. Sign up to receive the daily blast at text signup.
 
MEN'S BIBLE STUDY
The Monday Morning study meets weekly at 8a.  Current study is selected topics from Wayne Grudem's "Systematic Theology".
 
YOUTH BIBLE STUDIES
Guys study meets on Monday nights at 6p, at the church.  They are studying "The Blessed and Boundless God": Swinnock   
Gals study also meets on Monday nights at 6p, at the church.  They are studying "The Blessed and Boundless God": Swinnock