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LEARNING TOGETHER
Discipleship
Jesus said, “Follow me.” Everything we do as a church is an attempt to do just that. We do our best to create an environment of learning that nurtures our hearts and challenges our minds. We engage in serious Bible study and meaningful conversations. We are comfortable with disagreement and welcome questions. And throughout the year we offer classes on Church History, Theology, Ethics, Scripture, and other subjects. Yet we know that the life of faith cannot be confined to a classroom; it is a way of life. And so we learn to follow Jesus in formal and informal ways–in the classroom, in the sanctuary, in our homes, and in our communities. We invite you to join us in following the One who calls us and draws us near.
DISCIPLESHIP
Youth & Children
“Let the little children come to me, and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs. Truly I tell you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will never enter it.”
Luke 18:16-17
Children and youth of all ages at First Baptist are welcomed and loved as disciples and teachers among us. There is an abiding sense of mutuality in our ministry to and with children and youth; for even as our adults teach and nurture our children and youth in their Christian faith, they do so with an openness to the insights and understandings of our youngsters.
And so, our children and youth join the whole church in being taught and nurtured in Christian faith through worship, Bible study, service and fellowship. Our children and youth regularly lead us in worship, lighting candles as acolytes, reading scripture and offering prayers as lay-leaders, singing as our Cherub Choir, and giving/receiving the Children’s Message as only children can. Together in Sunday school we use a diverse curriculum to study the Bible and engage its stories, nurturing hearts and minds for faith in God. We join the rest of the church in putting our faith into practice in local and out-of-state service/mission projects.
An essential part of all that we do is time spent together, which is especially true for our Jr. and Sr. High youth. Therefore, we have Baptist Youth Fellowship groups that gather on a regular basis for food, silliness, games, movies, Bible study, and service/missions. At the heart of our ministry to and with children and youth is a relationship to God and one another that is genuine, compassionate, and alive.
Rev. Jason Alspaugh is our Associate Pastor for Children and Youth. For more information on our ministries with children and youth please contact him through the church office at (937) 222-4691 ext. 406.
Sundays 10:30am - 11:15am
PreK-5 Graders
PreK-5 Graders
Children's Sunday School
Sunday school for children (grades preK-5) begins after the Children's Message during the morning worship (approx. 10:30-11:15am). Children are invited to come forward for the message, and are then led down to their classrooms by their teacher(s). Parents should pick up their child(ren) shortly after morning worship.
PreK-5 Graders
Sunday @ 11:30am-12:15pm
Room 3A (Lower Level)
Sunday @ 11:30am-12:15pm
Room 3A (Lower Level)
Children’s Music & Activities
During the 11:30am Sunday school time for adults and youth, we invite elementary school age children to gather for a time of supervised music and/or activities. Parents are asked to pick up their kids shortly after their own classes conclude.
Thursdays @ 6:00-8:00 PM
Thursday Evening BYF Gatherings
This weekly gathering time for our Baptist Youth Fellowship is held on Thursdays at 6-8pm at the church. Gatherings will include a fun theme/activity (sundaes, art, service, karaoke, improv, etc.), fellowship, food, and a spirituality/spiritual practice component. We will still have other occasional activities/outings at other times, including Sundays, but this would be our most regular gathering time.
DISCIPLESHIP
Adults
For more information regarding Christian Education at First Baptist please contact Rev. Jason Alspaugh at jalspaugh@fbcdayton.org or Janet Landis (Chair, Board of Christian Education).
Led by Dr. Roy Vice
Sundays @ 11:30am-12:15pm
May 10, 17
1st Floor - Chapel
Sundays @ 11:30am-12:15pm
May 10, 17
1st Floor - Chapel
The Road to the Protestant Reformation
The unity of the Catholic Church began to break down during the Avignon papacy, especially during the schism of one pope in Rome and another in Avignon. John Wycliffe and his followers, the Lollards criticized the Church. John Huss (Jan Hus) was burned at Constance. His followers raided Germany.
The Humanist Lorenzo Valla showed that the Donation of Constantine was a forgery. Erasmus of Rotterdam satirized many Catholics practices and published the first edition of the New Testament in Greek, This was used by Martin Luther to translate the Bible into German.
Led by Rev. Dr. Kent Berghuis
Sundays @ 11:30am
May 3, 10, 17
Pastor's Study
Sundays @ 11:30am
May 3, 10, 17
Pastor's Study
Welcome Class
New to our church? We'd like for us to get to know each other better. Pastor Berghuis will host a "Welcome Class" after worship the first three Sundays of May at 11:30 in the Pastor's Study on the second floor. Let us know you're coming by writing "Welcome Class" on the yellow information card and place it in the offering, or get in touch with Pastor Berghuis or the church office.
DISCIPLESHIP
Small Groups
As one small group member has said
“Small groups provide the opportunity to delve beyond the common, the superficial, to develop close and meaningful in-depth relationships. With frequent meetings, small groups foster intimacy and a sense of deep friendships which helps us see and feel God’s kingdom.”
THURSDAYS @7:30-8:30AM
Building Bridges Bible Study
Wholly Grounds Coffee Shop • 825 Wayne Ave.
Each week Pastor Jason convenes a group for spirited discussion and reflection on one of the Scripture passages from the Lectionary for the upcoming Sunday, making connections and applications to current events. Many of us have been doing this for years, but it’s an open gathering and anyone can join us anytime.
WEDNESDAYS AT 2:00 PM
Wednesday Bible Study
Our Wednesday evening Bible study is a lectionary-based study that meets every Wednesday at 2:00pm at First Baptist. The lectionary readings for each week can be found at websites such as www.textweek.com. All are welcome!
1st TUESDAY AT 7:00 PM
Northern Fellowship Group
The group meets at 7 PM on the first Tuesday of each month (September-June) at various homes. All are welcome, it is an open group; however, hosts are generally north of the downtown Dayton area. The purpose of the group is to develop friendships on a deeper level. There is time for fellowship and open, lively discussion on a variety of topics.
Sunday Morning
- 9:00AM - 10:00AM Worship Prep.
- 10:00AM - 11:15AM Morning Worship
- 11:15AM - 11:30AM Coffee Fellowship
- 11:30AM - 12:15PM Sunday School
Contact
- First Baptist Church
- 111 West Monument Avenue
- Dayton, OH 45402
- Phone: (937) 222-4691
- Email: fbc@fbcdayton.org