Get Connected through one of our Ministries

Our Ministries

At First Baptist Church we have many ministries that meet the needs of our members and our community. These are just a few of our ministries. If you have questions or want to get involved please contact the ministry team leader or the church office.
 

Ministries to our Community

Food Pantry

This is a ministry which supplies food to those in need. Food and monetary donations support this ministry along with assistance through a government food program. At various times, the items needed for the pantry will be listed in the bulletin and on the website.

Ministry Team Leader: Faye Allensworth

We are Open:

Monday - 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Wednesday - 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Thursday – 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Agape House

For Families in Need! Baby Items, Toys, Kitchenware, Bed and Bath Linens, Clothes, Shoes, Household Items, etc. Donations are received by church members and all merchandise is free. This ministry has been a true blessing to our church and we have even experienced guests accepting Christ as their personal Lord and Savior. AMEN!

Our Mission Statement: To introduce people to Jesus Christ through building relationships and helping meet their physical needs.

Ministry Team Leaders: Rosalee Kinsey & Jackie Plos

This Ministry is located on the corner of Citrus Ave & Crystal Street.

We are open:

Wednesdays: 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
1st Thursday: 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

 Workdays: Every Tuesday 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. (Called as needed)

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Meals on Wheels

The Meals on Wheels Ministry of First Baptist Church was started in 1974 by a ladies group in the church called Women on Mission. They recognized a need in our community for a hot meal to be provided to those who are sick and are homebound – regardless of church affiliation. A plan was proposed where volunteers would prepare home-cooked meals every Tuesday and volunteer drivers would deliver those meals to those who are homebound.

Our church teamed up with the United Methodist Church in Crystal River who agreed to prepare and deliver hot meals on Thursdays – thus providing two meals per week to those in need.

Over the years, thousands of meals have been prepared and delivered by volunteers to those who are sick and are recovering from surgery or just need contact from the outside world.

Ministry Team Leader: Betty Wise

Meals are prepared and delivered each Tuesday Morning

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Ministries to our Members & Guests

Wednesday Night Suppers

Every Wednesday Night is a time of fellowship. One thing we do best is eat at First Baptist. Volunteer Cook & Clean-up teams provide a delicious meal each week. If you don’t know many people in the church, this is a perfect ministry to get involved with or to come and enjoy the fellowship. Call the church office to make a reservation and enjoy a dinner with your church family.

Ministry Team Leaders: Robert & Pat Haden

Supper is by reservations and menu and cook teams are posted each Sunday in the bulletin. If you are not on the permanent list, please contact the church office by Monday morning to make your reservation.

Dinner is Served on Wednesdays from 4:45 pm – 6 p.m.
Cost: Adults age 18 & Up $5, Children ($3 Ages 7 -17, $1 Ages 6 & Under) Max $12/family

We are always looking for cooking teams or volunteers to help in this ministry. If you are interested please contact the church office.

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Men's Dinner and Bible Study

All of the men of our church are invited to a bible study that is held the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm. This is a time for fellowship and is followed by a bible study led by Pastor Tim. Call the church office to make a reservation so they know how many to cook for.

Women's Missionary Union (WMU)

Women on Mission is a missions organization whose purpose is to challenge, prepare, and equip Christian believers of all ages to be radically involved in the fulfillment of the Great Commission. Women on Mission meets to support missions around the globe and at home through study, prayer and active participation in mission projects.

Women on Mission supports the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering, Annie Armstrong Easter Offering and the Maguire State Mission Offering. We support a variety of local missions activities.

All ladies are invited to join us the first Thursday of each month at 10:00 am in the Parlor.

Ministry Team Leader: Mary Redrick

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Joy Club

This ministry is for our Seniors, which we call our "Just Older Youth". This club meets once a month for food, fellowship and/or an occasional field trip. This is an opportunity to get to know each other better, while having fun and fellowship with others.

Ministry Team Leader: Sandy Charlton

Luncheons: Second Thursday of each month at Noon. See bulletin and posters for special trips

We normally have you bring a side dish and $2.00 cover charge for the meat. Call the church office if you are attending.

In Touch

From time to time, church members may find themselves in a situation where they can’t do minor repairs, whether for financial reasons or otherwise, run errands, prepare a meal, etc. The In Touch Ministry’s mission is to be a means of communication between those who have a need and those who can assist them in confidentiality. If you would like to be a part of this ministry, please contact the church office.

Ministry Team Leader: Sandy Charlton

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Sowing Seeds

Can you touch a prayer? Can you pull it close and feel its comfort? You can if it is a Prayer Quilt. The Sowing Seeds Ministry is a way to combine the gift of a quilt with the gift of prayer for someone in need.

As each knot is tied, a silent prayer is said for someone in special need who then receives the finished quilt. This is not just the gift of a quilt it is a gift of love and prayer. It is a statement of faith in God and in his power to comfort, strengthen and heal.

Ladies are invited to join us on Thursdays at 9:00 in the sewing room to make quilts. We need people who can cut, iron, pin and sew.

Ministry Team Leader: Mary Redrick

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