First Baptist Church, Cobden IL
Friday, April 19, 2024
200 South Walker St. Cobden, IL 62920

Announcements

 
<Updated Sunday, March 12th> 
  
UPCOMING EVENTS:
 Mar 14     Deacon meeting
  
 
BAPTIST BUILDERS
The Baptist Builders will be working in Anna this June, building a multi-purpose building for our sister church Harvest.  Build dates are June 18-23.
 -Registration fee is $40 for the week which includes lunch and dinner daily.  Their website is: baptistbuilders.com, or you can see the Staleys with any questions.
 -If you would be interested in hosting a single, couple, or family while they're here working, contact Patrick or Kim S.   and only requirement is for a place to sleep, shower, and eat a breakfast.
 
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
Several projects for this coming year require clear or see-through empty medicine bottles.  Other donation ideas: hand-made toys.  There is a drop-off box in the foyer.  See Jill B or Charlotte H with any questions.
 
GOOD NEWS CLUB
Meeting Wednesdays from 3-4:30 at Cobden Elementary School.  Contact Allison H or Tom J if you can help out even on a occasional basis.
 
WOMEN'S STUDY
Join us every Wednesday at 9:30 as we begin a study on the book of Amos, using a book by Jennifer Rothschild.  Contact Vicki B with any questions.
 
MEN'S BIBLE STUDY
The Monday Morning study meets each week at 8a.  Current study is on the Doctrine of Election.
 
YOUTH BIBLE STUDIES
Guys study meets Monday nights at 6 at Aiden H's, studying Covenant Theology.  See Pastor Matt with any questions.
Gals study meets Monday nights at 6 at the Sawyer's house, studying "Concise Theology: A Guide to Historic Christian Beliefs".  See Carrie H with any questions.
 
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 meets Wednesday evenings at 6:30.  Contact Allison H to help or ask questions.
 Games:     Tom Jones
 Ages 2-9:  Hannah F, Carrie H
 Ages 10+: Pastor Ed
 
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.
 
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.
 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT TEACHING: Gospel of Mark
 Mar 01     Brian Lukes
 Mar 08     Pastor Matt
 Mar 15     Wade Dover
 Mar 22     Pastor Matt
 Mar 29     Dan Richardson
 
WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEALS
Our family meals are 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.
 Mar 01     Tacos & Enchiladas
 Mar 08     Breakfast items
 Mar 15     Ham & Beans
 Mar 22     Soup & Sandwiches
 Mar 29     Spaghetti
 
NURSERY
If you can volunteer to be a part, contact Charlotte.
Schedule: 
 Mar 05     The Dovers
 Mar 12     Beau & Holly H
 Mar 19     Cathy P, Heidi B
 Mar 26     Debbie S, Cheryl S