>>INTEREST MEETINGS THIS SUNDAY<<
Food Distribution Volunteer Interest Meeting
Sun, Apr 19 after each worship service in the Family or Gathering Room.
GUATAMALA MISSION TRIP INTEREST MEETING - THIS SUNDAY!
Our church is heading to Guatemala, October 3–10, 2026, and you’re invited! This trip is open to high school students, parents, and adults. Join us THIS Sunday, April 19, right after the 10:30 AM service in the Student Worship Center to hear all the details and key dates. Can’t make the meeting but still interested? Email Dylan Johnson at djohnson@myfbclc.org to stay in the loop!
Fostering / Adoption Ministry Interest Luncheon
Join us on Apr 19 in Fellowship Hall C after the 10:30 service for our first Foster/Adoption Support and Interest meeting. We will eat, have a guest speaker and time of fellowship. Please register in Realm if your family plans to attend. Questions - contact Kathy Vaughn at (865) 680-0950 or Sophia Bunn at (804) 212-9335.
We will observe the Lord's Supper next Sunday, April 26.
Quarterly Church Conference is on Wednesday, April 29.
Community Food Distribution
Our next Food Distribution is Thursday, April 23 from 4:00-5:30pm
DONATIONS: you can drop off your donated goods on Wed, Apr 8 from 5-6pm.
Contact Mae Dixon at 865 705 4879 for more information.
Carson-Newman Endowment Scholarship
If you are current or upcoming student at Carson-Newman and a FBCLC member, you can apply for an annual scholarship. Please contact Pastor Jeff Bowden at jbowden@myfbclc.org for more information and application.
Rooted in Christ Homeschool Co-op
A New ministry opportunity - Rooted in Christ Homeschool Co-op, A Ministry of FBCLC will launch in August 2026 at the FBC Loudon campus. We meet for 12 weeks from August 18- November 18 on Tuesdays during the fall semester. If you are interested in learning more, joining the co-op or teaching a class, please email rchcloudon@gmail.com for more information.
Adult Men & Women
Singles
FBCLC Singles Game Night, Saturday, April 18, in Fellowship Hall B from 6 pm to 9:30 pm. Bring your favorite potluck dish, games and friends.
Questions? Carol Jenkins 864-320-0267.
Widows and widowers
Meet Pastor Chris Harding for dinner on Wednesday, April 29, at 4:00 pm at The Burgers in LC *dutch-treat
55+ Adult Ministry
Sunset Dinner Cruise
We will be taking the Volunteer Sunset Dinner Cruise on May 21, at 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Buses will leave the church at 5:00 pm. Space is limited on the Buses to 64. You are welcome to meet us at the dock. Please wear comfortable shoes, you will have to walk down to the boat. Discover a great evening of food and fellowship on the ultimate Tennessee River cruise experience aboard the Volunteer Princess, Knoxville’s premier luxury yacht. REGISTER
55+ Monday Meets Cookout and Fellowship with Dr. Bill Henard
Cookout at the Pavilion. We’re grilling burgers and hotdogs and all the sides. For dessert, you can enter the Bring Your Best Pie Competition! Make your favorite pie to share and our judges panel will pick some special recognition! If you don’t make pie, bring a different sweet treat or sugar free dessert to share. REGISTER
Contact Vada Helton in the church office to register or visit Realm at the links above. Get copy of our latest newsletter.
Wednesday Shoney’s Co-Ed Bible Study
Let's meet at Shoney's in Lenoir City every Wednesday at 8:00 am at with Pastor John Hunn.
GriefShare
GriefShare is a support group to help you move through the grief process. Join us for a 13-week study led by Rachelle Thomas and Carol Clenney beginning Tuesdays from 6:00-7:30 pm in Room 020. Sign-up online at GriefShare.org. Contact fbclcgriefshare@gmail.com for more information.
WOMEN
WOMEN's Cancer Support Group
Open to all women, Monday, May 4 from 9:30-11:30 am in Room 020. Enter through the Fellowship Hall.
No one should face cancer alone. If cancer has touched your life, perhaps you would like to join the Women’s Cancer Support group. Wherever you are on your journey, past or present, or caring for a loved one with cancer, you are most welcome to attend. You will feel supported, uplifted, and encouraged as you share your experiences and emotions. Contact Jo Carlson. We meet the first Monday of each month.
Women's Ministry Hiking
The weather is giving us the fever to GO HIKING! Hikes are back for 2026 where we can retreat away and be with the Father. Monthly groups open to all ladies. Our webpage has all the info at www.myfbclc.org/women
ALL THINGS NEW WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDY
Sundays, meet at Robin White's house at 4pm for our study of Jesus in the Land: examining Jesus' life and ministry in parallel across all 4 gospels. This study goes through the end of May. Email rwhitebiblestudy@gmail.com for more information.
412Fitness
Mon, Tues & Thurs at 6:00 pm in the Life Center led by Shelly Coggins & Sabrina Stamper
Classes are free and a mix of cardio, strength and function
No reason to pre-register, just join us. Contact Sabrina Stamper and Shelly Coggins for more info. Follow us.
Men
RISE UP MEN's breakfast
Men, join us on Saturday, May 2, at 8:00 am in Fellowship Hall A for a full breakfast, fellowship, and our guest speaker will be David Choate. Contact Randy Freels for more info. RSVP in REALM
Men's Conference - Nashville
Men’s Conference 2026 is a call to action for men who refuse to drift, disengage, or run from conviction. In a world that trains men to escape, numb, and hide, God is calling men to rise up, act like men and own the call.
We will leave the FBCLC campus at 6am, Saturday, August 8, to head to Nashville. We will return around 6pm. Each ticket is $25. REGISTER NOW
Start Your Week - Mondays
Men, join Adam Byard at Shoney's in Lenoir City at 7:20 am for a Bible Study going through the Book of Jonah.
Men's Thursday Lunch Bible Study
Men's Precept Bible Study
Sundays at 4:30 in room 208 led by Bobby Ramsey we are currently studying , an overview of Revelation.
Students
FBCLC STUDENTS = Wednesdays in the Student Room with message, games, and fellowship.
HIGH SCHOOL GUATAMALA MISSION TRIP
Our church is heading to Guatemala, October 3–10, 2026, for a high school mission trip, and you’re invited! This trip is open to students who will be in high school by October (yes, current 8th graders can register!), along with parents and adults. Registration is now open! Join us THIS Sunday, April 19, right after the 10:30 AM service in the Student Worship Center to hear all the details and key dates. Can’t make the meeting but still interested? Email Dylan Johnson at djohnson@myfbclc.org to stay in the loop!
High School Seniors & Families!
Join us for Graduate Recognition Sunday on May 3, 2026. This recognition is designed for seniors who are part of and connected to our church community. More info & registration on Realm. Deadline April 22.
FBCLC Students Summer Camp 2026 - Summer on the Mount
June 23-26, 2026 at Adventure Ocoee! Music, games, lake fun, food, and an epic study of Jesus's sermon on the mount. Sign-up in Realm! For completed 6th-12th grade. Scholarships available.
KIDS
What is coming up for kids? Here is our calendar.
Parent-Child Dedication
If you would like to participate, please RSVP on Realm or email Donna Blaydes at dblaydes@myfbclc.org.
Mommy & Me Playdate!
This is a dedicated time of fellowship for moms and Christ-centered play for little ones.
Who: Moms & littles (0-pre-K).
When: Monday, April 27 , 9:00-11:00am.
Where: Church nursery area, room 107C. No need to register. Older kids are welcome to join as well.
Contact Donna Blaydes or Samantha Loveday for information.
EWE (YOU) are invited to Vacation Bible School
AND CHURCH YOU ARE INVITED TO VOLUNTEER! Contact Donna Blaydes in Kids Ministry at dblaydes@myfbclc.org or call the church office.
CENTRIKID
And There's more...
Church Bookstore/Library
Stop by and explore books and literature. We have a large selection to check out or purchase. To see the books available, click HERE.
- You can purchase your own FBCLC swag.
- Free Bibles and booklets on topics such as hope, forgiveness, and theology are available.
- $5 deals on Pastor’s Picks and 31-Day Devotionals on depression, assurance, wayward children and many other topics.
*The Bookstore/Library is no longer accepting book donations.
EMPLOYMENT
Life Choices Medical Center
The Crisis Pregnancy Center in Harriman, is hiring a Client Care Coordinator. If more in information, please contact Kathleen Cherry at kathleen@lcmedicalcenter.org. Life Choices is an ministry partner of FBCLC.
Lenoir City Christian Academy
Full-Time Upper EL/MS Science and History Teacher Position: Position begins July 27 for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a salaried position; salary commensurate with training and experience. Must have an active faith and walk with Jesus Christ; bachelor's degree minimum required. Send resume or questions to jkoan@lccatn.org or call 865-986-6716.
Work Location: In person
Part-Time EL/MS Art Teacher Position: Position begins July 27, 2026, for the 2026-2027 school year. This is an hourly position; wages commensurate with training and experience. Must have an active faith and walk with Jesus Christ; bachelor's degree minimum required. Send resume or questions to jkoan@lccatn.org or call 865-986-6716.
Work Location: In person
Substitutes and Extended Care positions
Part-time preschool teacher position available. Call the Academy office at 865-986-6716 for more information.
Serve
Are you looking for a place to serve? We need YOU in the following areas:
Sunday Morning Discipleship Teachers Needed
• a teacher for our 5th-grade Sunday School at 9:00 am
Contact Donna Blaydes at 865-850-0455 for details.
AWANA Leader
• a teacher for our 5th-grade AWANA - Wednesdays 5:45-7:30
Contact Donna Blaydes at 865-850-0455 for details.
He-Brews Coffee Brigade
It's not a secret that most everyone partakes of coffee on Sundays. Therefore, it's not a surprise that we need some more volunteers to make this happen. See the link below or contact Vada Helton at 865-988-2544.
Greeter/Parking/Usher
Media Team Volunteers
Photographers (we see you posting on social media), videogamers (even those from the 80s who were really good at PacMan), finger tappers (you know who you are...you tap that finger to the beat)
Learn more areas at https://myfbclc.org/serve
Click this link that will take you to our sign-up form. Let us know where you feel led to serve.
Growing
Saturday 6pm - 85
Sunday 9 am - 491
Sunday 10:30 am - 939
Sunday Morning Life Groups -801
Weekday Discipleship - 336
Wednesday - 378
FBC Loudon - 83
Membership
#160-177: Linda Graham; Matt and Crystal Tomas; Jonathan, Jessica and Jonathan David Hutchison; June Rogers; Belinda Crouse; Tim and Tracy Haney; Mathew and Keirsten Hatley; Jeremy, Porsha, and Vann Price; Ryan, Stephanie and Zach Johnson.
Bereavement
The staff and congregation of FBC Lenoir City extend sympathy to Iris Tolley for the loss of her husband, Cecelia Clegg for the loss of her father, to Nicholas Plemons, Emily Clegg and Elizabeth Clegg for the loss of their grandfather, Randy Tolley.
Operation/Budget Funds
WEEKLY
Weekly Need $88,461.54
Contributions $79, 562.66
YTD Contributions $1,467,370.92
YTD Expenditures $1,218,867.28
World Offering $21,362.77