VBS 2010
Posted on July 2nd, 2010
This week 38 children joined FBC in taking a journey through Egypt with Joseph. We enjoyed time in the market place, spending time in the Jewelry shop, where we made Egyptian jewelry, the Barbershop, where we became clean-shaven citizens of Egypt, and the Brick-making shop, where we made bricks in the same way that the Egyptians made them. Other shops included a Salon, the Food shop, and a Hieroglyphics shop. We also had a linen shop, where the kids spent time completing 5 warm fleece blankets to send to Africa via Operation Kid to Kid.
In bible time, we got to see Joseph’s life change as he went from being a prisoner on day one to being an assistant to the Pharaoh. Joseph taught us important lessons, such as God gives us hope, and God gives us forgiveness.
We would like to thank Cindy Cave and Sara Thompson for working together to create a fun week for everyone involved!
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6-27 VBS!
Posted on May 30th, 2010
June 27 to July 1, 2010
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
For ages 3 to completed 5th grade
Cost: Free
Register now by contacting the church office at 392-5041 or online.
Participants: Parents and older siblings are welcome to participate in our Egyptian families, too. So pass the word to children and all parents with children.
Volunteers: We need adult & teenage musicians, teachers, helpers, shopkeepers (i.e. crafts & food) to lead a variety of Bible-times activities.
Donations/Loan: We need the following to accomplish the Egyptian theme: baskets, costume jewelry, small tents, white sheets, blankets, terra cotta pots, urns, men’s large white T-shirts, burlap sacks, glue, ink pads. Of course, financial donations are also appreciated.
Prayers: Last, but not least, we need you to pray that God will direct this viable mission for the advancement of his kingdom!
If you can help, please contact Cindy Cave, 392-4422, or Sara Thompson for more information.
PS – in 2007, we did a similar VBS called “Galilee by the Sea.” You can see pictures of that VBS by visiting here.
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Passport Kids! Camp Info
Posted on April 7th, 2010
Here’s updated information about Passport Kids! Camp for summer 2010!
Passport Kids! Camp
Eagle Eyrie, Lynchburg, VA
June 19-22, 2010 (Sat – Tues)
Theme: “Barefoot”
How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!
Total Cost: $235 (minus $60 deposit and fundraising amount credited to camper’s account)
Children who have completed 3rd grade through 6th grade are eligible for Passport Kids.
Payment Deadline: Sunday, April 25, 2010. (Parents and youth will receive a notification by April 18 letting them know exactly how much each camper still owes for camp.)
For more information and to download information and medical release forms . . .
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2/21 – Camp Fundraiser – Soup Lunch
Posted on February 11th, 2010
On Sunday February 21, our children and youth will sponsor a soup lunch after the worship service to raise money to help them go to summer camp.
We encourage you to attend and ask that you donate an amount to this cause that you would normally spend for a restaurant lunch.
Please contact the church office (392-5041) if you plan on coming to this fundraiser.
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Dedication Service: Mason Swanberg
Posted on December 14th, 2009
This Sunday, we had a Dedication Service for Bobby and Ann Swanberg and their son, Mason William Swanberg born August 7, 2009.
We were honored that many family members were at the service, including siblings Abigail and Carter; grandparents Jack and Edith Ann Austin, and Jerry and Carolyn Swanberg; aunts Katherine Austin and Heather Swanberg; and uncle Chris Swanberg.
We give thanks to God for bringing Mason safely into the world, and we pray God’s blessings on Bobby and Ann as they raise Mason, Carter and Abigail!
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Children’s Hayride Pictures
Posted on October 29th, 2009
Last Sunday, we hosted our annual Children’s Hayride. Over forty children and adults enjoyed a fun hayride on a beautiful October afternoon. Afterwards, they played games organized by our youth and enjoyed a hot dog supper. Many thanks to Wayne Wallace and Sara Thompson for organizing the hayride and food, and to Julie Gaines and the youth for coming up with games for our children to play.
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Children’s Hayride
Posted on October 24th, 2009
Farmville Baptist Church will be hosting a Children’s Hayride on October 25, from 3:30 p.m. to around 5:30 p.m. at 952 Lockett Rd. The hayride will not be “haunted” this year. Instead, there will be “fall festival” games for children to play. A hot dog and s’mores cookout will follow the hayride at around 5 p.m. PLEASE BRING LAWN CHAIRS!
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Let the Children Come to Me
Posted on July 1st, 2009
Pastor’s Column published in The Informer (FBC’s Newsletter for July 2009)
Jesus said: “Let the little children come to me . . . for it is to such as these that the kingdom of God belongs” (Mark 10:14). These past several weeks, I had two experiences that reminded me of these words from Jesus and just how special it is to be a part of the faith development of our children.
First, I had the privilege of helping out with Vacation Bible School During VBS, it was heartwarming to see the excitement on the faces of the children and to hear them shout “Fear Not!” and sing songs with joy and abandon. I am so grateful to Crystal Cupp and Sandy East for their outstanding job in directing VBS this year. We are also so fortunate to have so many adult and youth volunteers who offered their time and talents to show our VBS campers the love of Jesus.
After our week of VBS, I then had the opportunity to chaperone five of our children to Passport Kids! camp at Eagle Eyrie Conference Center in Lynchburg, VA. The camp theme for this year is “HEROES.” Each day, we learned one characteristic of a true hero in Christ:
H – hope (1 Timothy 4:10)
E – encouragement (1 Thessalonians 5:11)
R – responsibility (Mark 2:1-12)
O – obedience (John 14:15)
The campers also learned about India and the various ministries that missionaries are undertaking in that country. On day two, campers actually made recycled paper out of old newspapers for use in a “moveable school” in India. That night, the camp was transformed into an Indian Market so that campers could learn more about India’s culture, food, sports, and religions. On the third night, everyone enjoyed a “variety show”/”superhero” ball. Our group performed a skit and a song, and that was a big hit. Every day, the kids also had a “camper’s choice” rotation, choosing among crafts, sports, drama and worship leadership, etc. It was a great experience! Our only regret was that one of our would-be campers got sick and couldn’t come with us.
Our children are a treasure to us at Farmville Baptist Church. I thank God for them and for their parents who bring them to church to learn more about God. I also thank God for all the adults in the church who lavish their love on our children by teaching Sunday School, volunteering for extended session, leading children’s church, organizing children’s activities, directing and accompanying them in choir, supporting their activities financially, and all the countless other ways that are seldom noticed. May God continue to bless our children and bless those who welcome and honor their presence in our midst!
- Michael
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Passport Kids! 2009
Posted on June 23rd, 2009
Five of our children attended Passport Kids! camp at Eagle Eyrie, and it was an awesome experience! This year’s camp theme is that each of us can be a “HERO.” Each day, we learned one characteristic of a true hero in Christ:
H – hope (1 Timothy 4:10)
E – encouragement (1 Thessalonians 5:11)
R – responsibility (Mark 2:1-12)
O – obedience (John 14:15)
The campers also learned about India and the various ministries that missionaries are undertaking in that country. On day two, campers actually made recycled paper out of old newspapers for use in a “moveable school” in India. That night, the camp was transformed into an Indian Market, so that campers could learn more about India’s culture, food, sports, and religions.
On the third night, everyone enjoyed a “variety show”/”superhero” ball. Our group performed a skit and a song, and that was a big hit.
Every day, the kids also had a “camper’s choice” rotation, chosing among crafts, sports, drama and worship leadership, etc.
Our only regret is that one of our would-be campers got sick and couldn’t come with us.
Thanks to everyone who supported the kids with financial support, encouragement, and prayers.
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VBS 2009
Posted on June 18th, 2009
On June 14-18, we held our “Crocodile Dock” Vacation Bible School. Over fifty children attended and learned about how God is with us, how God is powerful, how God does what he says he’ll do, how God gives us life, and God cares for us. The refrain for the week was “Fear Not!” We also collected canned goods and $140.95 for FACES, our local food pantry.
Many thanks to Crystal Cupp and Sandy East for directing VBS this year. And once again, a word of appreciation also goes to all our adult and youth volunteers!
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