Field Notes: Week of November 10, 2026

Hello My Deacons, This is an idea I had to help engage our Church family a bit more. The concept is a weekly email/newsletter that details and gives a sneak peek into the bulletin. I'm up for name ideas and suggestions, but take a look and let me know your thoughts. If you like it, once I confirm this week's bulletin, I will update it and send it out to the whole church on Friday. For those without email, we can send a text link to them as well.

"Oh give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever!" (Psalm 107:1).

For His Glory
Pastor Dillon

THIS WEEK AT FIRST BAPTIST (November 11 to 15)

Wednesday, Nov. 11: AWANA, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Cubbies could use a few more helpers, and there are sign-ups in the hallway for security and kitchen help.

Thursday, Nov. 12: Mary Martha Mission Circle, 9:30 a.m. Kathy Newingham will give a pottery demonstration, and all ladies are welcome.

Thursday, Nov. 12: Business Meeting, 6:30 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 13: Game Night, 5:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall. Bring a dish to share and a favorite game, and invite a friend for a fun family night.

Sunday, Nov. 15: Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes are due. Worship at 9:00 a.m. and Sunday School at 10:15 a.m.

FROM THANKSGIVING TO CHRISTMAS

Thanksgiving Dinner Potluck | Sunday, Nov. 22, 5 p.m. The Fellowship Committee is providing turkey, ham, dressing, potatoes and gravy, and rolls. Each family is asked to bring two sides, so please sign up on the sheet in the hallway.

Community Thanksgiving Service | Sunday, Nov. 22, 7 p.m. at Charity Baptist. Head over together right after the potluck.

Lunch & Hanging of the Greens | Sunday, Nov. 29, 11:30 a.m. Stay after Sunday School for lunch from the Fellowship Committee, then help us decorate the church for Christmas.

Women's Christmas Party | Friday, Dec. 4, 6 p.m. at Meyer's Barn. For all women, college age and up. Bring a dish to share and a $15 gift for the rob-your-neighbor exchange.

Community Christmas Cantata | Sunday, Dec. 6, 6 p.m. at Charity Baptist. Rehearsals are Sundays at 5 p.m. at Charity. Contact director Chuck Roberts at 618-792-6884 to sing.

Christmas Eve | Thursday, Dec. 24. Service details are coming soon.