Lake Baptisms
Are you considering following Christ’s example of Believer’s Baptism? Pray about one of the Lake Baptism Celebrations (June 29, July 27, August 24). For more information, see one of our pastors or call the church office.
Celebrating John, Joe and the VBS Wonder Junction Volunteers
Everyone is invited to a church-wide barbecue lunch Sunday, June 1 at 11:45 am at the Pavilion. All proceeds go to Feeding God’s Children Ministry.
Discover Lunch
Whether you are still test-driving FBCLC or settling in and looking for a place to belong, this is the NEXT STEP. You can learn about who we are as a church while meeting new friends and learning how you can take your next step getting connected.
Be our guest for lunch with Pastor John Hunn and our church staff in the Fellowship Hall followed by an optional tour of the church campus. Pastor John will share more about why and how to be a member of FBCLC and answer any questions you might have. Our church family is excited to celebrate what God is doing in our community and around the world, and we want to invite you to be a part of it. Make your reservation today!
Vacation Bible School
We are gearing up for VBS 2025, and we are going to gallop through the wonder-filled West, where our friends at Wonder Junction will teach us about the grandest wonder of all—Jesus Christ. Each day we’ll dig deeper into who this awe-inspiring Jesus is, encouraging kids to develop a love for Jesus and a desire to live for his glory.
June 2 - 5 from 9:00am to 12:00pm with an exciting family night on Thursday, June 5 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. VBS is for completed pre-K (birthdate on or before 8/15/2020) through completed 5th grade.
Register your kids on ReaLM
Cruise-In
Mark your calendars for our 21st Annual Cruise-In coming Saturday, June 14 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Email Susan Williams to say YES to volunteering.
Costa Rica Mission Trip
As the team prepares for their trip on June 7-14, please be in prayer for the following:
The Team: Jane Martin, Kevin Bluford, Lisa Etcheberry, Mitch Hill, Connie Hill, Grayson Mosley, Elizabeth Alford, Jennifer Alford, Adriana Perez, David Lincolnogger, and Rebekah Lincolnogger
- for a healthy team and safety for those traveling over the next few weeks
- for Pastor Jonathan and his church as they prepare the community in outreach
- a day of ministry in the community park after the Sunday morning service on our first full day on the ground
GUATEMALA FALL MISSION TRIP
Fall Break, October 4-11 - REGISTER
Mission Trip Ministries: VBS, home construction, installing stoves, home visits, Area Evangelistic Crusade, Medical Clinic, Block Party and more
Depart on Saturday, October 4, return on Saturday, October 11
The total cost will be $1700 per person, plus travel meals and incidentals
Important Dates
- $200 deposit due by Wednesday, June 22
- $800 due by Sunday, July 27
- $700 balance due by Sunday, September 7
For more information, contact Pastor Scott Williams (scott@myfbclc.org)
Adult Men & Women
GPS: Life Journey
Discover and Fulfill Your God-Given Purpose in Life
Only GPS Life Journey class until the fall
Two Saturdays, June 7 & 14, 8:00 am - noon
This group meets in Room 034, ground floor,at FBCLC.
Contact Nolen Rollins at 239-860-0096 or nolengpslj@gmail.com to register. This class is limited to 10 people.
Senior Adult Ark Encounter
Join us, July 31 & August 1, on an excursion to Kentucky to see the Ark Encounter and Creation Museum with gospel concert including Gold City and the Guardians WITH GUEST KEN HAMM.
July 31 depart at 6:00 am return August 1 at approximately 7:00 pm
Cost: $275 per person (2 per room) - includes charter transportation and tickets to both attractions, as well as, breakfast on the trip up, lunch at Emzara’s Cafe’ at the Ark Encounter, and overnight accommodations at Hampton Inn, which includes breakfast the following morning.
*Dinner on the 31st and a late lunch on the 1st will be Dutch treat.
Deadline: Registration and full payment is due by July 7
Disaster Relief
With the ongoing need in the Helene storm damage area, we are forming volunteer teams for repair, rebuild and construction. Have you already had DR training? Please consider joining us. Would you like to volunteer but need certified? Visit TN Disaster Relief website for multiple, local training opportunities or to get on the certified-volunteer list.
Motorcycle Ministry
Join us for our monthly ride on Sunday, June 8. Meet at the Pavilion at 1:00 pm and we will ride, enjoy a meal and fellowship. Contact Lenny Bean for more info.
9am Worship Team is Expanding
Currently seeking: drummers, bassists, electric guitarists, and keyboardists
Contact Corban Finn at cfinn@myfbclc.org
WOMEN
WOMEN ON MISSION
All ladies are invited to join us for lunch on Tuesday, June 8 at noon in Fellowship Hall A.
Women's Hiking
Retreat away and be with the Father. Monthly group hikes have started! You have options for a low impact walk and a higher impact hike. Open to all ladies. Meet at the church on the day of the hike and we will convoy together to the hike area. For more information visit www.myfbclc.org/women.
Women’s Poolside Bible Study
July 6th - 6:30-8:30pm at Angela Wampler’s Home or Kristi Lane’s Home
July 13th - 6:30-8:30pm at Carrie Morton’s Home or Ruthie Harrelson’s Home
July 20th - 6:30-8:30pm at Bonnie Oslonian’s Home or Tammy Powell’s Home
July 27th - 6:30-8:30pm ALL TOGETHER at Donna Arnold’s Home
NO COST - CHILDCARE WILL NOT BE PROVIDED. Please RSVP in Realm for the location nearest you. *Addresses and info are provided in Realm.
412 Fitness
412Fitness is a free classes open to ALL women. This class is made of all ages and abilities with many options for success. Based on Ecc 4:12; we believe we are stronger together. Led by Certified Revelation Wellness Instructors: Shelly Coggins and Sabrina Stamper. Email us weare412fitness@gmail.com or find us on FB @WeAre412Fitness.
Men
RISE UP MEN's breakfast
Men, join us on Saturday, June 7 at 8:00 am in Fellowship Hall A for a full breakfast, fellowship and a message from our guest speaker, Charlie Barnard - former Pastor of First Baptist Tellico. RSVP for your free breakfast on Realm.
Students
Summer Camp
- Who: Completed 6th-12th grades
- When: June 30-July 4
- Where: Anderson University in Anderson, SC
- Cost: $285 and includes lodging, transportation, crossroads registration and most meals *scholarships are available * see Hunter Connell
What is happening this summer for students? Here is our calendar.
KIDS
What is happening this summer for kids (K-5th)? Here is our calendar.
Rewind Worship Camp 2025 - Celebrating 20 years!
July 7 - 11 from 8:45 to 12:00 (drop off in the Worship Center)
Open to COMPLETED K-5th Grade. ALL Children will rotate to different classes throughout the day - Devotion, Worship Music, Rec/Snack, Sign Language, Art. 2nd - 5th will need to choose between Blacklight, Drum Line, and Dance to keep classes smaller.
Cost: $35 one child, $60 for family with 2 children, $75 for family with 3 or more children. Yes! We do offer scholarships. REGISTER HERE
CAMP PERFORMANCE FRIDAY NIGHT, July 11 at 6PM in the Worship Center
Call 865-986-9066 or email kym@myfbclc.org for more information.
And There's more...
College Graduates
Did you or someone in your family recently graduate? Please contact the church office of email Kym Harding with your info. We would like to celebrate this as a church family.
Where can I find sermons from sunday or wednesday?
Are you looking for audio to listen as you drive or study further? We have podcasts on your favorite platform, just search for "FBCLC" OR it's all available on the church app. Here is the CURRENT SUNDAY SERIES and the CURRENT WOW SERIES.
Looking for video to watch? Our YouTube channel is best. Sermons series are available on playlists and there are also links to that video with the app sermons.
*Notes are available in all the spots above.
TOSS YOUR UNWANTED METAL ITEMS AND DONATE TO MISSIONS.
Here’s an idea of what you can drop off at the large Green’s Recycling dumpster located by our barn at the back of campus. Common METAL Items: Ovens, refrigerators, desks, chairs, grills, patio furniture, lawn mowers, washer/dryer machines, hot water heaters, old bicycles, skateboards, scooters, swing sets, trampolines, canned food (empty), aluminum cans,old metal toys -- Matchbox® cars, Tonka® trucks, etc. **anything with at least 50% metal Not accepted: propane tanks, TVs, computer monitors, tires, paint cans
Church Bookstore/Library
Don't forget to stop by the church library. We have tons of books to "check out" as well as some FBCLC swag you can purchase and represent MYFBCLC everywhere you go! To search our library books visit: HERE
Employment
Lenoir City Christian Academy Is Hiring
- Part-Time Art Teacher
Contact/send resumes to Jim Koan at jkoan@lccatn.org or call 865-986-6716.
Sunday's Worship
9:00 - 404
10:30 - 751
Kids - 159
Total = 1314
Sunday Morning Discipleship - 679
Small Groups - 85
Word On Wednesday - 199
New Members
#134-139: David and Amanda Miranda; Ryan and Amanda Fraser; Jason and Greta Benjamin
Bereavement
The staff and congregation extend sympathy to Dartha Wilkinson for the loss of her husband, to Gwen Wilkinson for the loss of her father, Bill Wilkinson; to Bobby Mills for the loss of his wife, to Victor Mills for the loss of his mother, Betty Mills.
Operation/Budget Funds
WEEKLY
Weekly Need $78,846.15
Contributions $123,223.14
YTD Contributions $1,930,392.44
YTD Expenditures $1,666,522.76
BUILDING FUND
Month to Date $15,236.17
This Week $5,241.00
Year to Date $128,768.95