SUNDAY, June 22, 2025
Welcome!
We are glad you’re here! If you are new to First Baptist Church Forney, please stop by the Welcome Desk or complete our on-line Connect Card.
If you would like to get baptized or share testimonies about good things the Lord has done, text us at 903-695-6516.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Tuesday Night Prayer Service Tuesday Night Prayer Services are every Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. in the Forum. We believe that seeking the Lord together in prayer is the activity of first importance in the life of our church family because the presence of the Lord is the essential peace and power of the New Testament church. Our weekly prayer meeting is the engine room of our church and is designed in the mold of the Brooklyn Tabernacle prayer services in New York City, portrayed in the book, “Fresh Wind, Fresh Fire”, by Jim Cymbala. All are welcome. Go to www.fbcforney.org/prayer for more information about prayer and fasting.
Wednesday Nights Wednesday Night activities have ended for the summer. All adults are invited to join us for a summer Bible study, “Get to Know: God’s Big Story,” Making the Whole Bible Make Sense with Biblical Theology. This summer class is now-July 23 in the Forum for adults of all ages. Childcare will be provided. Registration is not required.
It’s Get in the Game Season Get in the Game, our annual service commitment season, is upon us. We ask you to commit to serving the Lord by serving His bride, the local church. Booklets are available online and at the Information Centers. Fast, pray and ask the Holy Spirit to show you where your gifts can be used. You can sign up to serve anytime by clicking here.
Higher Grounds Coffee Shop Our on-campus Higher Grounds Coffee Shop is now open weekdays from 7:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, we are also open 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. and Saturdays 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Come get some coffee and try our new hot breakfast and lunch foods! Click here to order online.
FIRST ADULTS
Now Hiring: We are seeking a receptionist and several administrative staff members to join our growing team! These positions offer a Monday through Thursday schedule from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., providing an excellent work-life balance while serving in a meaningful ministry environment. The roles come with paid time off benefits and offer the opportunity to support our church’s mission through essential administrative functions. Interested candidates should send their resume to James Jordan at jjordan@fbcforney.org.
Adult Singles Workshop “The Gift of Singleness” Workshop is today, June 22 at 12:30 p.m. in the Great Hall. Single adults of all ages, stages, and backgrounds are welcome to be encouraged, discipled, and challenged spiritually as we focus on how we are complete in Christ alone. Don’t miss this awesome opportunity to build community and grow your faith! Lunch will be provided. There is no cost to attend. Click here to RSVP.
Senior Adult Best Yet Night All senior adults are invited to Best Yet Night on Thursday, June 26, at 6:00 p.m. in the Great Hall. Bring your favorite dish to share, then stay for a program by X-ALT Southern Gospel Quartet at 7:00 p.m. It will be a great time of fellowship and worship!
Honoring Bro. Jerry Griffin Everyone is invited to honor and celebrate the ministry of our Pastor to Senior Adults, Rev. Jerry Griffin, on Sunday, June 29. Bro. Jerry will be honored during both services with a reception following each. Bro. Jerry has spent more than 65 years in ministry. He served as the pastor of FBCF from 1960 to 1993; as Director of Missions for the Kauf-Van Baptist Association from 1993 to 2006; and then returned to FBCF as Pastor to Senior Adults from 2006 to 2025. Bro. Jerry is greatly loved and respected in our church and his community. Please join us for this well-deserved time of celebration.
The Doctrine of Creation Workshop How does creation apply to your life today? Often, we think of the Doctrine of Creation as a “truth to know,” but it is so much more than that. Come to our first Theology Workshop on Sunday, June 29, from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. in the Forum and hear how the Doctrine of Creation applies to your life—no need to register.
First Friends Family Swim Night Don’t miss our two free swim nights for families with special needs of all ages. On Saturday, June 28, and Sunday, July 20, meet us at the City of Terrell Municipal Swimming Pool (110 Randy Snow Ct.) from 4:30 - 6:30 p.m. for some family fun! This is not a drop-off event. A parent or guardian must be present at all times.
FBCF Church Merch We encourage you to purchase branded merchandise, wear it in our community to share who we are with others and invite them to attend FBCF! Click here to access the store!
LOCAL EVANGELISM & GLOBAL MISSIONS
Summer Party in the Park Events During the summer, we offer block parties in community neighborhoods around Forney. These events allow us to provide local residents with a fun, evening of face painting, bounce houses, games, and food for the whole family. Each event is 6:00-8:00 p.m. Dates and locations are: Wednesday, June 25 at Devonshire; Thursday, July 10 at Travis Ranch; and Thursday, July 24 at Windmill Farms. We need your help to serve at these fun events. You will get to meet new people, share the love of Jesus, and receive one of our Come and See t-shirts in a new color! Click here to sign up to serve.
Go on a Mission Trip There are many opportunities left in 2025 to go on a Mission Trip. Registration for all mission trips can be found at fbcforney.org/missions.
Israel Holy Land Tour Join Pastor Nathan and Nicole for a 10 day trip to the Holy Land in Israel, Dec. 28, 2025 – Jan. 6, 2026. We have now started a waitlist at www.fbcforney.org/israel.
FIRST KIDS - Birth - Grade 6
First Kids Midweek Has ended for the summer and will resume Wednesday, Aug. 20.
Summer Camps Registration is open for Kids Summer Camps at fbcforney.org/children.
Preteen Camp is July 14-18 at Mt. Lebanon and designed for children who have completed 3rd–6th grade.
Champs Camp, July 25-26, is for all children who have completed 1st or 2nd grade, and it serves as an introduction to what Camp GAP is all about.
Preteen Mission Trip to Austin On Saturday, June 28, we are going on a one day preteen mission trip (for 5th and 6th graders) to Austin. Partner with our Student Ministry Team and Redemption Fellowship Church, a church plant in Manor (near Austin), to make the name of Jesus known in their community. Our preteens will conduct a door-to-door blitz two weeks before our Student Ministry Mission Team arrives to partner with Redemption Fellowship Church. They will be hosting evangelistic community outreach events similar to our Party in the Park model. Our Preteen Team will be making the community aware of the upcoming events by going door to door in the community and distributing invitation cards. Interested in sending your preteen? Click here to sign up!
FBCF Christian School Openings Interested in a Christian education for your childre? We have a few spots in kinder, first grade and second grade for the fall of 2025 at FBCF Christian School. For more information and to set up an interview, please email Shelby Loeschner, the assistant to Head of Schools, at sloeschner@fbcforney.org.
SPORTS AND FITNESS
Summer Sports Camps for Kids The Fitness Center is offering summer camps for volleyball, basketball and dance. Basketball Camps are June 23-26 and June 30-July 3. Dance Camps are July 7-10. Details for each camp and registration are located at fbcforney.org/leagues.
FIRST STUDENTS - Grades 7-12
Wednesday House The House had ended for the summer but we have lots of summer activites for all students. Follow @FBthehouse on Instagram or see our webpage at fbthehouse.com.
Student Summer Activities The Student Ministry is kicking off TNAPS (Tuesday Night After Prayer Service) and Summer Bible Study! There is no registration, just come and bring your friends. TNAPS are Tuesdays around 7:30 p.m. We will go out to eat after the prayer service. Then our Wednesday Summer Bible Study is from 12:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Garage and Great Hall.
COLLEGE MINISTRY - Ages 18-24
Mosaic LifeGroup Everyone ages 18-24 is invited to Mosaic LifeGroups on Sundays at 9:15 a.m. in room D072.
Wednesday Nights College students, whether you are here full time or just home on break, are encouraged to attend our Mosaic events on Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m.
Follow www.instagram.com/mosaic_fbcforney for events and activities.
Weekly Calendar: Click here to visit our web calendar.
Prayer Requests: Click here to submit a prayer request.
Online Giving: Click here to give online.
Wednesday Night Supper: Click here has ended for the summer and will resume on Aug. 20.
Explore First: Click here All visitors are invited to attend our next steps class, Explore First. Our 2025 classes will meet the first Sunday of each month. The next class is July 6. For additional information and to register, click here.
SERMON NOTES:
Preaching: Nathan Lino, Senior Pastor FBC Forney
Exodus 20:22-23:19
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