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LATEST NEWS
Update on FBCP Response to COVID-19
all in-person church activities and services are suspended until further notice As we have continued to follow the developing situation of the COVID-19 outbreak, church council has
Sunday Worship and Worship Guide & Announcements for March 22, 2020
"Faithful Responses in Difficult Times" Rev. Jennifer Rygg, Preacher Click the YouTube link to participate in Sunday Worship. Click for PDF of the Worship Guide & Announcements for
Worship at Home on March 22, 2020
Due to COVID-19, we are not able to gather for worship at church on Sunday, March 22, 2020. A link to a Video Worship Service will be posted
Adjusting our Focus, Keeping Our Joy
Writing a newsletter article in the midst of a global pandemic is, I admit, not something I ever expected to do. In these strange and unsettling circumstances, there
Church Adjusts Schedules Due to COVID-19
All in-person church services and activities will be canceled through at least March 27. This decision was made in consultation with the deacons, staff, and church council,
FBCP Schedule Changes Due to COVID-19
March 16, 2020 Friends, I hope you are well and healthy. The past few days have been quite a whirlwind of information, recommendations, and concerns. We missed many
Worship Update for March 15, 2020
March 14, 2020 Friends, As we make plans for worship tomorrow (March 15), I wanted to update you on the precautions we will be taking due to the
FBCP Response to COVID-19
March 13, 2020 Friends, We are in a season of much anxiety and uncertainty regarding the pandemic virus, COVID-19. As other organizations are taking precautions and making preparations,
Kid’s Easter Egg Hunt — CANCELED
Due to the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, we have canceled the Kid's Easter Egg Hunt originally scheduled for April 1. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Salty Church
“Salt is good, but if it loses its saltiness, how can you make it salty again? Have salt among yourselves, and be at peace with each other.” Mark
“Young” Adult Game Night
“Young" Adult Game Night is coming up on Sunday, April 5 from 4-8 pm. Bring $5 for pizza and your favorite snack/dessert, as well as your favorite games
Inclement Weather Policy
First Baptist Church of Pendleton Inclement Weather Policy Our inclement weather policy is to have worship on Sunday morning at 10:45 for anyone who can safely get to
A History of Faithfulness
I have often heard the quote attributed to theologian Karl Barth, “We must hold the Bible in one hand and the newspaper in the other.” This week, I
FBCP Shirts
We are ordering church shirts to wear when we host the CBFSC event in April, for other church events, and just to show support for the church! Sizing
Ladies Night Out
Ladies Paint Night will be Thursday, March 5 at Uptown Art in Clemson (inside of Glazed Pottery) from 7-9 pm. Cost is $25. The piece we will be painting
Kids Valentine Party ∙ Wed, Feb 12
Please join us on Wednesday, Feb 12 for a Valentine Party with games, cookie decorating, and more. Please feel free to bring a friend!
ADULT MINISTRY
∙ Every Monday @ 9:30 — Knitting / Crochet (open for any handwork) (FH) ∙ 3rd Sunday (Mar 15) @ Noon — Merry Widows Lunch (Dyar's Diner, Pendleton)
Musica Ecclesia Concert at Southern Wesleyan University
On Thursday, Feb 13 the Sanctuary Choir will participate in Musica Ecclesia (Church Music), an ecumenical concert of local church choirs which benefits Clemson Community Care. Hosted by
FBC Pendleton to Host APAC Lenten Lunch Mar 4
(Click on the Lenten Lunch image above to open a printable PDF document.) Lent starts on Ash Wednesday, February 26. The Alliance of Pendleton Area Churches (APAC) is
FBCP Ends 2019 With Budget Surplus
At our Quarterly Church Conference on Jan 26, the Budget and Finance Committee announced that we ended 2019 with a surplus of $31,628 (receipts over expenses) in our general budget!
The Mission of Disciple Making
This week I had the opportunity to visit my alma mater, McAfee School of Theology at Mercer University‘s Atlanta campus for a guest lecture and a meeting of
Shopping for Valentine’s Day?
Will you be our Valentine? Shop at smile.amazon.com and AmazonSmile donates to First Baptist Church of Pendleton at no cost to you!
Please Participate in the Toward Bold Faithfulness Survey from CBF
The Cooperative Baptist Fellowship is approaching 30 years of ministry with churches and individuals across the United States and around the world. At this point in our life
Growing Young Book Study Group Forming
As a way to continue and grow our outreach to Young Adults, we are starting a book study of Growing Young by Powell, Mulder, and Griffin. The book
Souper Bowl of Caring ∙ Sunday, Feb 2
On Super Bowl Sunday (Feb 2), we collected donations for Clemson Community Care, both non-perishable food items and cash donations. The cash donations totaled $331.75. THANK YOU for
Cindy Still Becomes New Senior Fellowship Coordinator
Cindy Still has joined us as Senior Fellowship Coordinator and began her first official duties on January 23, 2020. She has been a past volunteer for the program
First Baptist Church of Pendleton Signs Encourager Church Covenant
On January 5, 2020, First Baptist Church of Pendleton signed a covenant to become an Encourager Church with Rick Burnette for his ministry to migrant farmworkers in South Florida
FBCP to Sign Encourager Church Covenant on January 5th
On Sunday, January 5th, we will celebrate the beginning of our Encourager Church partnership with CBF Field Personnel Rick Burnette. Rick coordinates CBF disaster response work in the U.S.
Christmas Eve
The Christmas season can be an especially meaningful time to worship. Whether you are looking to continue or begin a special family tradition, to escape the chaos
Operation MAGI
Operation MAGI is the ecumenical Christmas ministry led by the Pendleton United Methodist Men since 2003. Together with fifteen other churches, last year 287 children from 102 families
An Ongoing Story
Since September, our Sunday morning sermon series has taken us through many stories of the Old Testament. We began in the Garden of Eden, God’s perfect creation. We
Current Food Needs at Clemson Community Care
Clemson Community Care has a need for the following food items: crackers cereal jello juice pudding tomato sauce tomato paste spaghetti sauce pork & beans cans of mixed
All Saints Day
During worship on Sunday, Nov 3, we will observe All Saints Day. This is a day on which we remember and give thanks for the “saints” in our
Called Church Conference ∙ Wednesday, Nov 6
There will be a Called Church Conference on Wednesday, Nov 6 at 6:30 pm in the Fellowship Hall for the purpose of presenting and discussing the proposed 2020
FBCP Fall Work Day
Thank you to everyone who came out on or before October 19, 2019 to help with various important projects around the church. First Row L-R: Marlena Dixon, Keleigh
Pendleton Community Counseling Center Update
Following the retirement of Dr. Don Keller, we are excited to welcome our new on-site counselor, Dede Norungolo. Ms. Norungolo sees clients at FBCP on Thursdays. To make
Scenes from Ladies Night Out Pumpkin Painting
Ladies Night Out had a great show of creativity for pumpkin painting and carving at Trish Nolan's home on October 24, 2019.
Trick Or Treat So Others May Eat
Thank you to all the children, youth, and adults who participated in Trick Or Treat So Others May Eat (TOTSOME)! Pictured are the volunteers who helped deliver the bags of groceries
Fall Excursion Trip to Sassafras Mountain and Twin Falls
Join your trip Tour Guide, Skip Still and Hostess, Jean Geddings for a fun-filled, breathtakingly beautiful fall excursion trip to Sassafras Mountain observation tower (highest point in SC)
Seasons of Life, Seasons of Worship
Now that it is officially mid-October, the weather has (finally!) turned cool enough to qualify as “fall,” the leaves are changing colors, and pumpkins are appearing everywhere. In
Children and Youth Mission Project: Trick or Treat So Others May Eat
The Children and Youth Mission Project Trick or Treat So Others May Eat will take place on Oct 20 and 27. Children will be collecting and delivering food
Sunday, Nov 10 ∙ SAVE THE DATE ∙ Baby Shower for Jeff, Kiley, and Aurelia Daniel
The Young Adult Game Night crew invites you to join us for a baby shower honoring Jeff, Kiley, and Aurelia Daniel on Sunday, Nov 10 from 3-4:30 pm.
“Young” Adult Game Night
Our October Game Night is coming up this Sunday, October 6 from 4-8. As always, bring yourself, your children, games to play, and your competitive spirit! For childcare
Vote for Our Scarecrow!
The 2019 Fall Harvest Festival will be October 5 in Historic Downtown Pendleton, SC. There will be great music, food, and craft vendors and children's games. There will
Wednesday Night Adult Bible Study
A new Wednesday Night Adult Bible Study is beginning in October. Join us for Stranger Danger, an exploration of Old Testament stories of God’s people encountering strangers and the surprising revelations uncovered
Worship Theme: Tell Me a Story
On September 1, we began a narrative journey through Scripture, hearing some of the familiar stories of our faith and discovering how they fit together to tell a
Save the Date for State & Local Missions Day ∙ September 22
Our guest preacher during worship will be Lane Riley, Associate Coordinator for CBF South Carolina. Following worship, we will gather for lunch in the Fellowship Hall (please bring
New Devotional Materials Available
New issues of Reflections, Prayers of the People, and Open Windows are now available on the literature rack outside the church office. All three publications are dated to
From Townville to Townsville
Pancake Supper Fundraiser to Benefit Spencer Willoughby's Mission Trip to the Land "Down Under" I am so excited to be able to share with everyone that I will be
Wednesday Night Guest Speaker: Dee Person from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)
Dee Person, from the Anderson-Oconee-Pickens affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI AOP), will be our guest speaker on Wednesday, September 11 at 6:30 pm in
Clayton Davis Honored at McAfee
Congratulations to Clayton Davis, recipient of one of McAfee School of Theology’s first alumni awards! Clayton was awarded the Imagine Award at Founders Day on August 20, 2019.
PASSPORT by the Numbers
First Baptist Church of Pendleton was one of the churches which participated in the 27th summer of PASSPORT camps. In 2019, PASSPORT welcomed 5,058 participants who invested in
TOTSOME Volunteers Needed
Children’s Ministry needs volunteers to drive for Trick Or Treat So Others May Eat on Sunday, Oct 20. We will meet at the church at 3:30 and plan
Staff Evaluations
As required by our Church By-laws and Personnel Policy, it is time for the annual evaluation of our church staff. The Personnel Committee asks for your help in
Tell Me a Story
One of my children's most frequent requests is "tell me a story." They seem to especially enjoy stories of things that happened when they were younger or before
Back-to-School Fun at FBCP
Please mark the following dates for activities in our children's ministry: Sun, Aug 18 @ 10:45 ∙ Backpack Blessing Sun, Aug 18 @ 5:00 ∙ Deacon Ice Cream
Church Garden Notes
The church garden was formally installed and blessed on Saturday, June 1. Thanks to the rain, we are pleased to report that seedlings are sprouting enthusiastically. We have pole
Backpack Blessing ∙ Sun, Aug 18
On Sunday, August 18 (the day before ASD4 goes back to school!) we will have a backpack blessing for all students and teachers returning to school as well
Youth Pool Party ∙ Sun, Aug 11
Youth Pool Party will be Sunday, Aug 11 at the home of Jennifer and Travis Rygg. See Chris Cottingham for details!
Games, Backpacks, Ice Cream and Jesus
You have probably heard the adage that if you want to know what someone’s priorities are, look at their checkbook and their calendar. I think this is probably
Day Trip to Bad Creek Hydroelectric Station ∙ Wed July 24
A group from the church visited the Bad Creek pumped storage hydroelectric station in Oconee County operated by Duke Energy. The trip included touring above and below ground,
“Go and Do” And “Sit and Listen”
We recently used the story of the Good Samaritan from Luke 10:25-37 as our primary Scripture text for a Sunday morning worship service. After telling the story, Jesus
Go and Do Likewise
This past Sunday morning, we read the story of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37) and were reminded of Jesus' instructions to "go and do likewise." One of the
Covered Dish Lunch and Quarterly Church Conference
Covered Dish Lunch and Quarterly Church Conference will be Sunday, July 28 after worship. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share for lunch (the church will
Ice Cream Social
Save the date for our annual Ice Cream Social, hosted by our deacons on Sunday, August 18 at 5 pm in the Fellowship Hall.
Nominating Committee Report
The Nominating Committee report is available on the table outside the church office or you may download it here. This includes lists of committee members and church officers
Updated Church Directory Planned for August
Do we have your birthday on file? Do you still have a landline? We plan to publish an updated church directory in August. Please contact the office so
Church Picnic at Twin Lakes
Sun, July 14 @ 4:30 pm at Picnic Shelter 2 The church will provide chicken, drinks, and paper goods. Please bring a side or dessert to share and
Summer Goodness
I believe that I shall see the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living. Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait
Deacons for the 2019-2020 Church Year
You can download and print this document by clicking here.
REQUEST FOR VOLUNTEERS ∙ Magi Summer Food Program
First Baptist Church of Pendleton has participated in the Christmas Magi program for many years. This program provides Christmas gifts for children and food for a Christmas meal.
Ginny Smith to be Ordained as a Deacon During Worship Sunday, June 30
Ginny Smith was elected as a Deacon for a 3-year term starting in 2019—2020. She will be ordained during 10:45 worship this Sunday, June 30.
Wednesday Night Bible Study
A new study, Psalms: Songs from the Heart of Faith, began May 29. Adult Bible study meets in room 306 from 6:30-7:30 and is led by Pastor Jennifer Rygg.
Wednesday Morning Bible Study
Join the Wednesday Morning Bible Study Group, led by Rev. Richard Hawk, as they study 1 Corinthians -- "The Royal Road." The group meets weekly in Room 103
Ladies Lunch
Ladies Lunch meets the fourth Tuesday of the month from 11:30 am - 12:30 pm. Special date for July: fifth Tuesday (July 30) from 11:30 am - 12:30
Thank You Note from Collins Children’s Home
Dear Friends, On behalf of the children and families that we serve, we would like to thank you for your recent donation. Your gift enables us to continue
Youth Attending PASSPORTchoices Camp
Members of the FBC Pendleton Youth Group will be away at PASSPORTchoices Sunday, June 30 - Friday, July 5 at Greensboro College in North Carolina. PASSPORTchoices is a
3B Ladies
You are invited to join the 3B Ladies (Bojangles Biscuit Bunch) at Bojangles in Pendleton on the last Saturday of the month (Jul 27 at 9:00 am) for
Clemson Community Care
Clemson Community Care has a shortage of the following food items: oatmeal, grits, cereal, crackers, pork and beans, juice, canned meat, and dry pasta. Our clients have a
Youth at Frankie’s Fun Park
Our Youth enjoyed a trip to Frankie's Fun Park on June 17, 2019. Thanks to our chaperones, Rev. Chris Cottingham and Becky & Wyatt Westmoreland. Click on the
VBS a ROAR!-ing Success
We finished up VBS 2019 on Saturday, June 15 and invited everyone to join us in Sunday morning worship (wearing their VBS t-shirt!) to hear some of the
USDA Summer Meal Program Available Locally
The USDA Summer Meal Program provides free breakfast and lunch to all children under 18. No registration, qualification, or specific school attendance is required. Local sites include: Pendleton
Peace Works Day Camp at Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church
Peace Works will take place at Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church (1501 Sandy Springs Rd, Sandy Springs SC) Mon, June 24 - Thu, June 27 from 9 am to 4 pm each
Camp Prism Fundraiser
Thank you for supporting our Camp Prism fundraiser. We raised $582.57 to help with the cost of our children's summer camp. We hope that you enjoy the greeting cards. The campers
The Power of Pentecost in Little Red Candles
When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. 2 And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind,
End of Year Party for Children and Youth
The young and young-at-heart in Children’s and Youth Ministry got soaked enjoying an End of School Year Party on Wednesday, June 5. Click here for an album of
Taco Fiesta Fundraiser Raises $1,110.81
PHOTO ALBUM (Click Here) A big THANK YOU to all who supported our Youth with your presence and your donations to our "Taco Fiesta Fundraiser" on May 5.
Adult VBS ∙ Running concurrent with ROAR!
ADULT VBS June 12-15 ∙ 6:45 – 8:15 pm Adults are welcome to attend: ∙ Supper (5:45-6:15) ∙ VBS Opening Assembly (6:20-6:45) ∙ VBS Closing Assembly (8:15-8:30) Give thanks
Get Ready to ROAR! ∙ VBS ∙ June 12 – 15 ∙ 5:45 – 8:30
Registration & Details: Click HERE to register for VBS! VBS 2019 will be Wednesday, June 12 - Saturday June 15 5:45 - 8:30 pm with supper provided Children
Celebrating 20 Years of Senior Fellowship
Past and present Senior Fellowship Coordinators. Pictured: Diana Parson, Diane Scott, Laina Calhoun (current), Beverly Corder. Click on the image to see an album of photos from
Summer at FBCP
Summer is always a busy time at FBCP! Be sure to save these dates on your summer calendar! Check the online church Calendar for more details and additional events and
Mission Partners
Supporting mission work is an important part of our church's identity. We support a variety of organizations who are committed to caring for those in need, making disciples,