Missions

International Ministries

American Baptist Churches International Ministries


Operation Christmas Child

First Baptist Church also currently participates in four major special offerings throughout the year. Click on each for more details:

America for Christ Offering 


One Great Hour of Sharing


World Mission Offering 

RMMO
The Retired Ministers and Missionaries Offering


Operation Christmas Child - November

Operation Christmas Child brings joy and hope to children in desperated situations around the world through gift-filled shoe boxes and the Good News of God's love.  This program of Samaritan's Purse provides an opportunity for people of all ages to be involved in a simple, hands-on missions project while focusing on the true meaning of Christmas - Jesus Christ.

It is not too soon to begin buying items for shoeboxes! This year's National Collection Week will be Nov 12 - 19. We have some of the preprinted boxes for distribution again this year. Watch for our table in the foyer coming soon. Great ideas for boxes include: crayons, pencils, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, wash cloths, hard candy, suckers, bubble gum, yoyos, sets of jacks, small dolls, stuffed animals, small cars and balls. Please do not include anything liquid, such as nail polish, shampoo, bubble bath, mouthwash, perfume. Also do not send chocolate. Remember to Pack & Pray!! If you have any questions contact Tina Hesse.

 

 
 
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