Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School time is almost here!  We are partnering again with churches in the downtown Sylva area and each one has a job to do.  Sylva FBC is in charge of the set-up and take-down each day and the Bible story time.  Harold Messer and his phenomenal crew of strong men are already making plans to put up and take down tents, tables, etc.  Thank you!

Cheryl Beck will be leading the story time but a volunteer to assist each day would be great!  We are also in need of some "props"—camping gear like a lantern, coffeepot, a fake campfire (bricks or rocks to make the ring), etc.  If you have something we could borrow to make our "campsite" more realistic or if you would like to assist, please let Cheryl know.

Volunteers are also needed to be Group Leaders and accompany the different age groups to the various stations.  If interested, let Cheryl know.

Please remember to register your child for VBS by using the QR code shown here. Scan or click on the QR code above, or click here to register now!

Take Note of the Accompanying. . .

There is so much going on in the next month. We hope that you will download and print out the attached list of events so you can be sure not to miss all of the fun!

Pen Pals Celebration

Another successful spring Pen Pal Program is coming to an end and we want to celebrate! On Thursday, May 23, adult pen pals are invited to don their most colorful tropical shirts, grass skirts, and colorful T-shirts and pants/shorts for a Hawaiian-themed party on the playground. You’ll get to meet your pen pal and enjoy taking part in the games and activities with them from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Soon adult pen pals will receive an assignment for the day through email. Watch for it and get your best hula dance and limbo stretch ready!

Chicken Salad Casserole

Ingredients
2 cups cooked, diced chicken
3 boiled eggs
1 can cream of celery soup
1 cup chopped celery
2 tablespoons chopped onion
2 cups potato chips, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup chopped pecans

Instructions
Mix all ingredients;  put in greased baking dish.  Crush additional potato chips for topping.  Bake at 450 degrees for 15 minutes.  

This dish is good hot or cold.  May be prepared the day before.

– Provided by Othello Crawford

Chicken Salad Casserole

Click here to download a printable version.

-Provided by Othello Crawford

Send Us Your Prayer List Updates

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Add this email address to your contacts list on your devices so that our staff and Pastoral Care Team can learn of your prayer requests as quickly as possible. And yes, you may still contact the church office directly at 828-586-2095 to share your prayer concerns, as well.

Join Us for Worship!

Join us for worship on Sunday morning at 10:30 a.m. in the sanctuary! Also join us for Sunday School at 9:30 a.m. for all ages!

The CDC recommends that you wear a mask indoors.
Maximize protection from the Delta variant and prevent possibly spreading it to others.

Our worship service will be streamed online at firstbaptistsylva.com.

Take Note of the Accompanying. . .

There is so much going on in the next month. We hope that you will download and print out the attached list of events so you can be sure not to miss all of the fun!

1st Explorers After-School Ministry Update

Damon enjoys building with Legos and blocks during some downtime at 1st  Explorers.

The focus of 1st Explorers last week was learning about different countries.  On Monday and Tuesday, the children split into groups to read some library books about other places and then they came back together to share 3 facts about each one.  They learned a lot!  On Tuesday, Donnie Smith made tacos and 1st Explorers watched a video about Mexico.  It was a fun week!

Hurray for Our Nursery Workers of the Week!

A big “thank you” to Gaye Buchanan for taking care of the nursery on Mother’s Day. It was a busy place!

Next Sunday, May 19, Sandi Allen will be in charge of the nursery. Thank you, Sandi!

Ladies Bible Study

Please join us for the continuation of the Ladies’ Spring Bible Study on Monday, May 20, at 10:00 a.m. in the Gathering Room. We are studying the Book of Esther. This study has video sessions led by Beth Moore. Study books are available in the Church office but are not required to do the study.