One-Day Missions Experience - For the Love of Missions
God’s mission didn’t start with us—and it won’t end until the whole world hears the gospel. On Sat, Sept 19 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm, FBC Lenoir City will host the One-Day Missions Experience, an immersive day designed to help our church understand God’s global mission and take the next step in obeying the Great Commission. Register in Realm today!
Bake Sale Fundraiser for FBCLC Students!
Support our student ministry bake sale fundraiser on Sunday, August 30! Stop by to pick up delicious homemade treats. Every purchase directly helps our students fund camp and mission trips. Come satisfy your sweet tooth while supporting a wonderful cause! Psalm 119:103
Sign up to bake or help sell by completing this Google form: https://forms.gle/TtfpkxrBr57ESFCR9. Contact Amanda for more info, apitzer@myfbclc.org.
Community Food Distribution
Our next Food Distribution is Thursday, August 27, from 1:00-4:00 pm.
Volunteers are needed; contact Mae Dixon at 865-705-4879 for more information.
Discover Lunch
Be our guest for lunch with Pastor John Hunn and our church staff Sun, Sept 13 at 11:45 am in the Fellowship Hall followed by an optional tour of the church campus. Whether you’re still exploring FBCLC or ready to find your place, this is the next step. Come learn about our church, meet new friends, and discover how to take your next step in getting connected. Sign-up on Realm.
Adult Men & Women
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.
GPS-Discover and Fulfill Your God-Given Purpose in Life
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Group 1 - Six Sundays, Sept 20 – Oct 25, 10:30 – 11:30 am; Facilitator: Nolen Rollins
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Group 2 - Two Saturdays, Sept 26 & Oct 3, 8 am – Noon; Facilitator: Barbara Dunn
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Group 3 - Four Thursdays, Oct 1-22, 9:30-11 am; Facilitator: Nolen Rollins
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Group 4 - Four Mondays, Oct 5-26, 6:30-8 pm; Facilitators: Jim and Loreen Robertson
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Group 5 - Four Wednesdays, Oct 21 – Nov 11, 6-7:30 PM; Facilitator: Paula Mills
Contact Nolen Rollins at 239-860-0096 or nolengpslj@gmail.com to register. Each class is limited to 8 people.
55+ Adult Ministry
Young Adults and 55+ Ministry
Let's have lunch and games with the Young Adults. Share your favorite game with "the church of today" on Sunday, August 30 at 11:45 pm. RSVP in Realm.
Mission Trip to Vermont - October 5-14
Experience breathtaking sightseeing and join hands in mission partnership with NETS. View the email flier here. Visit Realm for more info.
Monday Meets Lazy Beagle
Monday, September 14, 11:30 am–1:00 pm – Field trip to the Lazy Beagle in Sweetwater, followed by dessert at Sweetwater Creamery. Join the fun! Sign up in Realm.
Contact Vada Helton in the church office to register or visit Realm at the links above. Get copy of our latest newsletter.
YAM - Young Adult Ministry
Sunday Morning Life Group
Join us in room 219/221 at 10:30 am
Monday Night Bible Study
*Meets weekly at 6pm at different locations (see our instagram for where)
Passion Conference
It is for 18-25 year olds. Sign up in Realm TODAY! Deposits are due May 30th. We only have 15 tickets so register today!
For more information about YAM events and info, contact Jeff Stamper.
WOMEN
Ladies Dinner and Movie Night
Fri, Sept 25 in the Life Center, with dinner at 6pm and movie starting at 7:15. Event is free. Childcare available if requested at registration. Sign up today in Realm. Bring your chair and a friend and join your sisters in faith for an evening full of laughter and joy, centered around a morally uplifting Christian-themed movie.
Precepts
Times: Beginning Aug 27 - 9:00 -11:30 am and 6:00 - 8:00 pm in Fellowship Hall C led by Brenda Folz
- Gospel of John Part 1
- explore the Bible’s account of Jesus’s life and apply its lessons to our own lives.
Times: Beginning Sept 10 - 10:00-11:30 am in Fellowship Hall A led by Alexis Hunn
- Jeremiah Part 2 "God's Certain Judgment"
- Study God's judgement as well as His promises of hope and restoration- which includes a glimpse of the New Covenant.
WOMEN's Cancer Support Group
Open to all women, Mon, Sept 1 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
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
Men's Workout Group
Monday and Wednesday mornings in the Life Center; contact Mike Lee for more info. This will run from 6-6:45am. It will be followed by a walking group for both men and women from 6:50-7:30.
- The workouts will be tailored for men, ages 45+ and will be scaled according to each individual’s ability and physical condition. (Even if you’ve been sedentary, you will be in safe hands.)
- The walking group will be just that, a walking group. As I mentioned it will be for both men and women. We will walk around the campus and enjoy some fellowship while we get in a little exercise and movement.
Start Your Week - Mondays
Men, join Adam Byard at Shoney's in Lenoir City at 7:20 am for a Bible Study.
Men's Thursday Lunch Bible Study
Students
Do you want to help shape the church of today? Do you have a heart for middle schoolers and/or high schoolers? Our student ministry is in need of 10 new leaders for Sunday mornings and Wednesday nights. Email Amanda at apitzer@myfbclc.org today!
August Activities
- August 30: BAKE SALE FUNDRAISER in the Worship Center Hallway
Take a look at our weekly newsletter to see what's happening in FBCLC Students!
Follow FBCLC Students on their instagram page for the latest info and happenings.
KIDS
The Children's Ministry is growing!
- 9am Sunday School Teachers for 2 year olds
- Club56
- Wednesday Night Kids
- 10:30am Worship Care Volunteers for 2 year olds.
Please follow the call to serve with us! Contact Samantha Loveday (865) 898-4929.
And There's more...
Church Bookstore/Library
When Sinners Say “I Do,” recommended by Pastor John, is available in the bookstore for $5. Other $5 resources to enrich your study of Genesis are available:
- Strengthening Your Marriage by Wayne Mack
- Genesis journal
Stop by and explore other books and free resources. We have a large selection to check out or purchase. To see the Library books available click HERE.
- Free Bibles and booklets on topics such as anger, prodigals, and hope are available
- FBCLC swag, prices reduced
The Bookstore/Library is no longer accepting book donations.
Serve
Are you looking for a place to serve? We need YOU in the following areas:
SavedToServe Needs - Call to say YES!
There are many volunteers needed as we grow, step out and see where God wants you to serve His church and community. Here are a few for YOU!
- 2yr old teachers - see Samantha Loveday
- Student Ministry Leaders - see Amanda Pitzer
- Bookstore/Library Volunteers - see Karen Denham in the Library
- Sidewalk Smiles (School Car Door Greeters) - see Vada Helton
- ELL (English Language Learners) - see George Martin
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 5pm - 117
Sunday 9 am - 484
Sunday 10:30 am - 1126
Sunday Morning Life Groups - 848
Weekday Discipleship - 298
Wednesday - 358
FBC Loudon - 64
Membership
#238-247: Greg and Lisa Ivins; Brenda and Makenna Johns; Claude Thorn; Luana Blanton Weston Coomer; Tim and Cherri Holloway; Barbara Younkin
Bereavement
The church staff and congregation extend sympathy to Bonita Fowler for the loss of her husband, Don Fowler.
Operation/Budget Funds
WEEKLY
Weekly Need $88,461.54
Contributions $93,376.25
YTD Contributions $3,243,367.64
YTD Expenditures $2,707,288.82
World Offering $50,510.23