Through the holidays, many of our regular meetings programs, and opportunities for fellowship were postponed. Coming up this week and the next week everything will be returning to our usual schedule. Watch the Calendar page, or the side bar information for reminders. Starting with our Ladies Bible Study, things begin again on January 8th. Followed… Continue reading Holiday Schedule Ends, and Normal Programs Return
Category: Discipleship
Information to help in your daily Christian walk.
Lottie Moon Christmas Offering 2012
Christmas Card Post Office Bring your cards for active (regular attenders only PLEASE) church family on Sundays for direct delivery to the recipients. Then donate the amount you save in postage to the Lottie Moon offering. Voila! · Giving to the Lottie Moon Offering As always, mission giving is appropriate AFTER meeting your regular tithe… Continue reading Lottie Moon Christmas Offering 2012
AMA Spaghetti Dinner Success
“The spaghetti supper for the Altamont Ministerial Alliance was a huge success. Without your help and support it would not have been possible. Whether you donated a dessert, volunteered your time or came to eat, we thank you!!! Chris, from Joe’s, is always very generous so when you eat there be sure to thank him.… Continue reading AMA Spaghetti Dinner Success
Keeping Our Church Safe, Background Checks
It’s time again for all of our volunteers at Altamont First Baptist to renew your Background Checks. Everyone serving in our church is required to complete a form annually to continue serving. Forms are in the front foyer and the deadline is Sept 2nd, 2012! Pick one up, fill it out, and turn it in… Continue reading Keeping Our Church Safe, Background Checks
Churches of Strength, Leadership Training
Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Mt Vernon is hosting a free event designed to equip & strengthen church ministries this Saturday, August 18, 2012. Activities begin at 8:30am and go through 12:00pm. For full details on reserving your place, and other details on attending, call (217)391-3124 or email cathywaters@ibsa.org.
Everyday Conflicts Bible Study
We all have conflict. Think about the people you know. They may not be in the middle of a big blow up, but they certainly have tense conversations around the breakfast table or difficulties with an overbearing boss. Or more seriously, perhaps their marriage is on the verge of falling apart. Regardless, they are looking… Continue reading Everyday Conflicts Bible Study
What do Southern Baptists believe about Stewardship?
Baptist Questions, Baptist Answers “God is the source of all blessings, temporal and spiritual; all that we have and are we owe to Him. Christians have a spiritual debtorship to the whole world, a holy trusteeship in the gospel, and a binding stewardship in their possessions. They are therefore under obligation to serve Him with… Continue reading What do Southern Baptists believe about Stewardship?
Annie Armstrong – WHATEVER IT TAKES
Why Give to Annie Armstrong? Because three of four people in North America are lost. One hundred percent of all dollars given to the AAEO (Annie Armstrong Easter Offering) go to support thousands of missionaries and their ministries in the United States and Canada.
Kid’s Card Day
Mark your calendars to bring your 1st – 6th grade children to the church on Saturday, April 14th at 11 am for a mission outreach project. We’re going to decorate cards for shut-ins in the area, enjoy pizza for lunch, then possibly deliver cards to their recipients! We’ll be done with our activities by 2:30… Continue reading Kid’s Card Day
New Sunday Evening Format Coming in March
Coming soon! A new Sunday evening format in March, we will resume services each Sunday at 6:00 pm. The first Sunday of each month Pastor Ron will lead a co-ed adult mission night program. The remaining weeks Pastor Lowell will lead a Bible study—the beginning topic will be, “Encouraging Promises of the Bible.” Mark your… Continue reading New Sunday Evening Format Coming in March