We have a clothes closet for our students in need at Jackson Community School and are currently in need of belts (both male & female), bras/sports bras in larger sizes (L, XL, 2XL). Also, hot weather clothing such as shorts, short sleeve tops, etc. in larger sizes.
I hope we can collect some donations of these items with the help of our congregation. There will be a collection box in the Loving Kindness Room. Thank you for your consideration. –Brooke Drum
Hurray for Carrie Nelson and Liam Nelson who worked in the nursery last Sunday.
Thank you for helping!
On September 24, Beth Moore has nursery responsibilities. Thank you, Beth!
There is still room on the schedule to serve “the least of these”
on Sunday mornings. It is a blessing to see their smiles and enthusiasm as you spend
time with our infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
Please contact Cheryl Beck (cabeck@ncsu.edu) if you would like to help.
Join us Wednesday, October 11 at 6:00 PM as we continue our discussion of Phyllis Tickle's book, The Great Emergence: How Christianity Is Changing & Why.
"Rooted in the observation that massive transitions in the church happen about every 500 years, Phyllis Tickle shows readers that we live in such a time right now. She compares the Great Emergence to other "Greats" in the history of Christianity, including the Great Transformation (when God walked among us), the time of Gregory the Great, the Great Schism, and the Great Reformation.
Combining history, a look at the causes of social upheaval, and current events, The Great Emergence shows readers what the Great Emergence in church and culture is, how it came to be, and where it is going. Anyone who is interested in the future of the church in America, no matter what their personal affiliation, will find this book a fascinating exploration."
If you are a student of history and have a heart for the future of our church, obtain a copy of this thoughtful and faithful book and dive in! You can order it on Amazon here.
Wednesday, October 11 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Gathering Place Room
-Please come to our discussion having read Part 2.
Wednesday, November 15 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Gathering Place Room
-Please come to our discussion having completed the book (through Part 3).
Each week we include a recipe in the Church Chimes and we hope that you are enjoying reading and trying them. You can add your favorite recipes to the Chimes by sending them to Cheryl Beck at cabeck@ncsu.edu. This is an ongoing WMU project.
Thanks for participating!
Please join us on Tuesday, October 3 at 11:30 a.m. at the Mission and Fellowship Center of Sylva First Baptist Church as we work together to support the non-profits of Jackson County that do such amazing work.
Bring a covered dish, and enjoy wonderful fellowship as we work to help those in need in our community. When you enter you will find a basket to put your donation, perhaps what you would pay at a nice restaurant.
This month we will give to the Center for Domestic Peace that works to help those who have suffered severe abuse and are dealing with great emotional trauma. The Center also needs things like mouthwash, hairbrushes, combs, hair ties, deodorant, body wash, shaving cream, wet wipes, lip balm, hand sanitizer, pocket tissues, hair conditioner, and travel size hygiene supplies.
Let’s work together to be light in a troubled world.
We are thrilled to announce a very special Homecoming celebration as we honor Dr. Bob Holquist for his remarkable 40 years of dedicated service as our Minister of Music. This momentous occasion calls for a grand reunion, and we are calling all FBC Choir alumni to join us in this joyous event.
On Homecoming Sunday, we will gather on October 15 in worship to celebrate Dr. Holquist's incredible contributions to our church and community. Prepare your vocal cords, as all former FBC Choir members are invited to return and raise their voices during the 10:30 AM worship service. Let us fill the sanctuary with the harmonious sounds of praise and gratitude!
In addition to the exciting reunion of our FBC Choir, we are honored to welcome former FBC pastor, Rev. Ed Beddingfield to fill our pulpit. Presently serving as the pastor of Memorial Baptist Church in Buies Creek, NC, Rev. Beddingfield will grace our service with his leadership.
After the worship service, we will continue the festivities with a feast for the ages in the Mission and Fellowship Center. It will be a time of fellowship, laughter, and reunion. This is an opportunity not to be missed as we commemorate Dr. Holquist's extraordinary tenure and the impact he has made on our church family.
Please help us spread the word about Homecoming 2023. In particular, share this announcement with any FBC Choir alumni or former members of our congregation who may not be aware of this special Homecoming celebration. Let's come together to make this day truly spectacular!
Save the date, mark your calendars, and join us on October 15 for a day filled with reunion, celebration, and gratitude. We look forward to seeing you there!
1st Explorers have been busy with a variety of activities this week. In Chapel, they’ve been learning about children in the Bible. RAs and GAs have been interesting and fun. There’s been lots of outdoor play in the cooler fall afternoons (still warm!) and Curtis Collins visited again from the Health Department, bringing his dogs for the children to see.
Some time was spent this week in preparing for the Christmas program which the 1st Explorers and children of the church will be presenting in December. Auditions were held on Friday for the major speaking parts. The program will be filled with music, Scripture readings, and skits. It promises to be a lot of fun!
Thank you for the outpouring of contributions from our “wish list”! Sylva FBC — you are the best!
Dear First Baptist Church of Sylva,
We are overjoyed. Thank you for having a clothing/food drive for our students.The food donated is perfect for us to send home with hungry kids and easy for them to make on their own. All the clothing is such a blessing and will allow us to continue to support our students by providing clean, well-fitting clothing and undergarments. We are so grateful of your continued support, generosity and kindness. Thank you for being a part of our community.
Christina Daniels, Jackson Community School, Community School Circle
United Christian Ministries is in need of pasta sauce, ramen, pancake syrup, applesauce (6-pack individual cups), and laundry detergent. To donate items, please drop them off at UCM’s building at 191 Skyland Drive. Thank you!