Whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother, and sister, and mother. Matthew 12:50
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January pause in services
Hi Everyone.
I wanted to take a moment and thank everyone for all that has been done to support our times of worship over the last several months. As we entered the holiday season beginning with Thanksgiving and Advent, many of us realized those special times together would be a lot different. But because of a great deal of planning, and many involved in implementing those plans, our holiday worship services were not only beautiful, they were also very meaningful. Thanks to everyone who planned, implemented, and participated in those services, whether in-person or online.
As we begin a new year we have determined that a pause on in-person worship would be appropriate. Worship for January 3 through 31 will only be online. This will help us to avoid any "post-Christmas" surge in COVID cases as we continue to monitor the number of new cases and hospitalizations in Johnston County.
Even though we will not gather together physically for the next couple of weeks, we will continue to be drawn together spiritually. As we carve out moments to worship, God's Holy Spirit knits us together as one, "For where two or three are gathered in my name (in-person or online), there I am with them" (Matthew 18:20).
May you all continue in the spirit of Christmas in celebrating the birth of Jesus, and may God's blessings be on you and our church in the New Year.
Grace and Peace.
John Norman, Jr.
I wanted to take a moment and thank everyone for all that has been done to support our times of worship over the last several months. As we entered the holiday season beginning with Thanksgiving and Advent, many of us realized those special times together would be a lot different. But because of a great deal of planning, and many involved in implementing those plans, our holiday worship services were not only beautiful, they were also very meaningful. Thanks to everyone who planned, implemented, and participated in those services, whether in-person or online.
As we begin a new year we have determined that a pause on in-person worship would be appropriate. Worship for January 3 through 31 will only be online. This will help us to avoid any "post-Christmas" surge in COVID cases as we continue to monitor the number of new cases and hospitalizations in Johnston County.
Even though we will not gather together physically for the next couple of weeks, we will continue to be drawn together spiritually. As we carve out moments to worship, God's Holy Spirit knits us together as one, "For where two or three are gathered in my name (in-person or online), there I am with them" (Matthew 18:20).
May you all continue in the spirit of Christmas in celebrating the birth of Jesus, and may God's blessings be on you and our church in the New Year.
Grace and Peace.
John Norman, Jr.
Church Services
Our first in-person worship service is scheduled for September 20. We are excited to once again join together (in person) for worship, and are working hard to prepare for this day. We will continue to broadcast online through Facebook Live and YouTube, and know many of you will choose to worship via those formats. For those who will be attending on Sunday, we've included a list of precautions below to help you prepare.
I want to thank everyone for your continued support of the church and the ministry of FBC Four Oaks. The last six months have been a challenging time for all. But through your prayers, participation, and financial support, we persevered. I anticipate Sunday will be an emotional day for many of us. Not only because we will once again gather together with those who love us and encourage us in our lives of faith, but also because, even in the midst of challenging times, God is good, All the time - All the time, God is good!
Grace & Peace,
John Norman, Jr.
First Baptist Church
Four Oaks, NC
Our first in-person worship service is scheduled for September 20. We are excited to once again join together (in person) for worship, and are working hard to prepare for this day. We will continue to broadcast online through Facebook Live and YouTube, and know many of you will choose to worship via those formats. For those who will be attending on Sunday, we've included a list of precautions below to help you prepare.
I want to thank everyone for your continued support of the church and the ministry of FBC Four Oaks. The last six months have been a challenging time for all. But through your prayers, participation, and financial support, we persevered. I anticipate Sunday will be an emotional day for many of us. Not only because we will once again gather together with those who love us and encourage us in our lives of faith, but also because, even in the midst of challenging times, God is good, All the time - All the time, God is good!
Grace & Peace,
John Norman, Jr.
First Baptist Church
Four Oaks, NC
1- The worship service will be in the fellowship hall.
2- Worship will begin at 11am but you may arrive as early as 10:30am.
3- There will be one “Entrance” and one “Exit” to minimize close contact. You will enter through the double glass doors underneath the breezeway at the front of the fellowship hall. You will exit through the fellowship hall door located nearest Church Street.
4- When you arrive you will be greeted at a table underneath the breezeway where you will be screened and have your temperature taken before you enter the fellowship hall.
5- Masks are a must. Please bring your own or one will be provided for you at the screening table.
6- As you enter you will find marked spots (six feet apart) for you (or your family) to stand as you prepare to be seated. Volunteers will assist you with finding seats for the number in your group.
7- No childcare will be provided. We will have packets of resources for children to use during worship. We will also have a room designated for parents who need to leave the fellowship hall. A TV will be set up in that room for parents to watch the service.
8- We will be unable to use several areas of the church in the same way we usually do; the doors past the water fountains will be cordoned off, the water fountains will be covered, and the kitchen will be closed.
9- The restrooms will be open.
10- We will have plenty of hand sanitizer for everyone.
11- If you know someone who does not receive the church’s e-mails or does not have an internet connection to access the church’s website, please pass this information along to them.
2- Worship will begin at 11am but you may arrive as early as 10:30am.
3- There will be one “Entrance” and one “Exit” to minimize close contact. You will enter through the double glass doors underneath the breezeway at the front of the fellowship hall. You will exit through the fellowship hall door located nearest Church Street.
4- When you arrive you will be greeted at a table underneath the breezeway where you will be screened and have your temperature taken before you enter the fellowship hall.
5- Masks are a must. Please bring your own or one will be provided for you at the screening table.
6- As you enter you will find marked spots (six feet apart) for you (or your family) to stand as you prepare to be seated. Volunteers will assist you with finding seats for the number in your group.
7- No childcare will be provided. We will have packets of resources for children to use during worship. We will also have a room designated for parents who need to leave the fellowship hall. A TV will be set up in that room for parents to watch the service.
8- We will be unable to use several areas of the church in the same way we usually do; the doors past the water fountains will be cordoned off, the water fountains will be covered, and the kitchen will be closed.
9- The restrooms will be open.
10- We will have plenty of hand sanitizer for everyone.
11- If you know someone who does not receive the church’s e-mails or does not have an internet connection to access the church’s website, please pass this information along to them.
To those who would come to worship God and find comfort and strength;
To those who have sinned and seek forgiveness
To the stranger who would be the guest of Christ
To the children and the youth who would find the Way that leads to a more abundant life
To the aged and weary who would find the Light that shines unto a more perfect day
This church opens wide its doors
And says in the name of the Lord Jesus Christ
Welcome!
