A LITTLE BOOST FOR THE BULLDOGS The end of another academic year is not far away and Barton exam week is coming up at the end of the month. Compassion & Service Team is putting together a visit to campus to spread some cheer, moral support, and baked goodies with study weary Bulldogs on Tuesday, April 30, 11 AM to 1 PM. We are looking for (A) a few volunteers who are available to come over for an hour or both hours and be your warm and welcoming selves and (B) volunteers to bake some cupcakes, brownies, cookies, etc. If you can help in either or both of these ways, please be in touch with Carol Steffa by calling or texting 252-230-6965. Thank you!
Wednesday, May 1 5:30-6:45PM FCC Growing Disciples Dinner & Groups (K-12) 7PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal
Our Chancel Choir is comprised of members who sing in 4 part harmony (soprano, alto, tenor and bass). Rehearsals last approximately 70 minutes and are open to all who wish to join and sing beautiful and challenging choral music!
Sunday, May 5 | 10AM Worship
Come join us in worship, just as you are. All are welcomed and affirmed here and we mean it!
Following the children's moment, children's Sunday School takes place for children ages 5-5th grade. Nursery care is always available ages 4 and under!
Stay after for small group and meet new friends! All are welcome into this growing community of faith!
11:11AM Small Group
r Sunday morning small group following worship is a gathering of people who enjoy discussion, prodding their faith and asking questions. We are open with each other and have trust that there is no judgement given with anything that is shared or asked. Come, join us in your faith journey! Education Building, back hallway.
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Monday, May 6 at 10:30AM | Mobile Music Ministry The Landing | AJ Walston
All are welcome to jump into this ministry, whether or not you feel like you can sing! We meet in the homes of our homebound members. We sing, we pray, we fellowship and catch up in all they are experiencing. We hope to bring the community of worship into their homes, when they themselves are not able. Join us!
Our Chancel Choir is comprised of members who sing in 4 part harmony (soprano, alto, tenor and bass). Rehearsals last approximately 70 minutes and are open to all who wish to join and sing beautiful and challenging choral music!
Sunday, May 12 | 10AM Worship
Come join us in worship, just as you are. All are welcomed and affirmed here and we mean it!
Following the children's moment, children's Sunday School takes place for children ages 5-5th grade. Nursery care is always available ages 4 and under!
Stay after for small group and meet new friends! All are welcome into this growing community of faith!
Wednesday, May 15| 2-6PM Red Cross Blood Drive
We are always so grateful for those who share their time in giving at our blood drives! Join us for our next blood drive on May 15, 2-6PM! Walk-ins are welcome, but if able, please register online!
Wednesday, May 16| 6PM FCC Volunteer Meeting for Wilson Pride
Last year, FCC had such a beautiful time of love and care with our neighbors! We had MORE than enough volunteers and we were so blown away by our members stepping up to help! If you wish to volunteer this year, to give out hugs, and share God’s radical love, let us know and plan on being at the volunteer meeting on Thursday, May 16 at 6PM
Sunday, May 19 | 10AM Worship
Come join us in worship, just as you are. All are welcomed and affirmed here and we mean it!
Following the children's moment, children's Sunday School takes place for children ages 5-5th grade. Nursery care is always available ages 4 and under!
Stay after for small group and meet new friends! All are welcome into this growing community of faith!
3PM Rocky Mount Chamber Singers Concert
4PM Open and Affirming Q&A
At the April 28 Board Meeting, our Inclusive Spirit Team shared the proposal for First Christian to begin the steps of officially being Open and Affirming. This team invites all FCC members to participate in a series of summer gatherings as part of the discernment to officially declare FCC as an "open and affirming" congregation. Each gathering will have a different theme with fun activities. During the gatherings, the Inclusive Spirit Team will also invite story-telling by our LGBTQ+ members and allies, ashare research and information, and hold a question-and-answer session to help address any uncertainties or inquiries.
The Inclusive Spirit Team invites members to volunteer at the FCC community booth during the annual Wilson Pride Festival on Saturday, June 1 and participate in the Pride Worship on Sunday June 2.
Monday, May 20 at 10:30AM | Mobile Music Ministry Wilson Healthcare & Rehabilitation | 2501 Downing Street
All are welcome to jump into this ministry, whether or not you feel like you can sing! We meet in the homes of our homebound members. We sing, we pray, we fellowship and catch up in all they are experiencing. We hope to bring the community of worship into their homes, when they themselves are not able. Join us!