Prayer Requests

BOTH CAMPUSES

GATHER 
05/24/2026, Series: The Fall: How Our Great Loss Exalts God’s Great Love, "A Quick Defense of Original Sin," Ephesians 2:1-3.
Sunday's Songs: Behold Him, The Solid Rock, My Worth is Not in What I Own, The God We Love (Nicene Creed). Listen on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube 
  • Pastor Steve's weekly newsletter may be accessed here NEWSLETTER, "The Murder in the Middle."
  • Student Ministry: Registrations for both Middle School Crossings Camp (7/11-15) and High School Snowbird Camp (6/1-6) are full. Email hub@fbc.org to be added to the waitlist. Camp costs and registration info can be found on our website under EVENT REGISTRATION 
  • Children’s Ministry: Walk Thru the Bible Old Testament LIVE with FBC missionaries Mark Schaaf and Tim Blycker. otLIVE is for children who have completed kindergarten - 5th grade. Children will learn about the major events and people of the Old Testament in a fun way. Thursday, July 16, 8:45 - 3:30, at the Madison Campus. Parents are encouraged to come at 3 pm to see what their kids have learned. Register online, OTLIVE, or at the HUB,  by July 2. $20 per child for materials and lunch. Optional purchase of flashcards - one per family - $15. 
  • GO! Opportunity: Circle Ranch Family Fun Day at Olive's Grove, Saturday, June 13, 9am - Noon, for the children at the Circle Ranch and other adoptive/foster families. There are several areas that volunteers are needed (set up, clean up, crafts, check-in, assisting vendors, etc.). There's is something for all skill levels and ages! To sign up to serve or for more information,  email REBECCA.

DECATUR CAMPUS

  • Children’s Shine Ministry, Wheeling Into Summer, Wednesday, June 3, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Children should bring their own bike or scooter and also a helmet for safety. Snacks and water provided. Don’t miss out on this fun evening of fellowship! No registration required. 
  • Fellowship of Christian Athletes Power Camp returns, June 15-19 at Decatur Baptist Church. Online registration at nwalfca.org. For children who have completed K through 13 years old.
  • Women’s Ministry: Join us this summer for “Taste & See,” an evening of shared stories and delicious desserts! We will be gathering in different homes on two Wednesday nights: June 17 and July 15, starting at 6:00 p.m. Come and hear testimonies from the women of FBC. Register for either or both nights at the Women’s Ministry table or online. TASTE&SEE (online reg opens 5/17). Please note that spots are limited at each location. We look forward to seeing you there!

MADISON CAMPUS

  • Discover FBC is the next step for anyone interested in learning more about First Bible. This class will help you better understand the beliefs, philosophy, and direction of our church, as well as meeting others in the same process. The next scheduled class is June 7. Register online,  MADISON DISCOVER, or at the HUB.
  • Membership Class. This is a two- part class for those who want to learn more about becoming a part of the First Bible Church family, Jun 14  & Jun 21, (10:45 am - 12:00 pm). Register at the HUB in the lobby or online - Madison Membership Class.
  • Children’s Shine Ministry, Wheeling Into Summer, Wednesday, June 3, 6:00 -7:30 p.m. Children should bring their own bike or scooter and also a helmet for safety. Snacks and water provided. Don’t miss out on this fun evening of fellowship! No registration required. 
  • Women’s Summer Book Study, Tuesday nights, 6:30-8:00, June 9 - August 4, meeting at the home of Maddie Pawlik. Join us for a study of “The Envy of Eve” by Melissa Kruger. This book helps readers understand how desires can lead to covetousness and offers guidance on how to overcome it. Click here, ENVY,  to register, or at the Women’s Ministry table. The book is available on Amazon. 
  • Women’s Summer Book Study, “How to Speak Life to Your Husband by Ann Wilson, Wednesdays, June 17 - July 1, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Discover the tools to help you communicate more effectively. Register here, SPEAK LIFE, or at the WM table in the lobby. Book is available on Amazon.

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This Week

Upcoming Dates

June 1-6: Snowbird (HS Camp)
June 3: DC & MC Wheeling into Summer
June 8-12: Quiet Waters Family Retreat
June 15-19: FCA Camp
July 11-15: Crossings (MS Camp)
July 16: otLIVE Walk thru the Bible (Elementary)
June 28-August 2: Family Worship Services