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First Baptist Church Sylvania
(970) 247-0624
lindag@sylvaniafirst.org
This Week’s Announcements
Men’s Discipleship Breakfast- May 10
MEN'S DISCIPLESHIP BREAKFAST | May 10, 6:45 AM Come enjoy a fresh-cooked breakfast, fellowship, and devotional at this breakfast for men of all ages! $5 per person (first time free!). Please RSVP by Friday, May 9, at noon with the link below. Sign Up Here!
VBS Registration- Kids & Volunteers
Register for VBS here!
Camp 4:12
2025 Camp 4:12 early registration is now open for our Pierce Chapel families! Camp 4:12 at Pine Eden Christian Retreat Center is in Hamilton, GA, for rising 2nd graders through rising 6th graders, and will be held Sunday, June 22 through Thursday, June 26. Don't miss...
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Men’s Discipleship Breakfast- May 10
MEN’S DISCIPLESHIP BREAKFAST | May 10, 6:45 AM
Come enjoy a fresh-cooked breakfast, fellowship, and devotional at this breakfast for men of all ages! $5 per person (first time free!).
Please RSVP by Friday, May 9, at noon with the link below.
VBS Registration- Kids & Volunteers
Registration has begun for our annual Vacation Bible School program! This year’s VBS, True North, is JUNE 9-13, 8:45 AM-12 Noon. Kids age 5 (by Sept 1, 2025) through 5th grade are invited on this adventure-filled week as we learn how to trust Jesus in a wild world! The registration fee is $25 per child and includes a t-shirt along with all snacks, activities and fun gizmos! Registration will open as follows: April 13- Pierce Chapel families | April 14- Current Pierce Chapel Preschool families | April 15- Community
It takes a lot of volunteers to make our VBS week happen! From decorating to crew leading, greeting to setup, there is a place you can plug in! Please use the link below to check out all the ways you can volunteer or donate:
Camp 4:12
2025 Camp 4:12 early registration is now open for our Pierce Chapel families! Camp 4:12 at Pine Eden Christian Retreat Center is in Hamilton, GA, for rising 2nd graders through rising 6th graders, and will be held Sunday, June 22 through Thursday, June 26. Don’t miss out on this fun-filled week for you little ones! Contact Beth Hudson at kids@piercechapel.com for more information or questions. Registration will open to the public on March 16th.
Camper Registration -Open to students currently in 1st-5th grades
Junior Counselor Application -For students in 6th-8th grades
Counselor/Volunteer Application -For students 9th grade and any adult volunteers
Pizza with the Pastor
If you’re new to Pierce Chapel, curious about the ministries of the church, or just want to get to know the pastor a little better, we have an excellent opportunity for you! On May 18th, Jerry will host Pizza with the Pastor, an informal lunch where he will answer questions and present information about the church to anyone who wants to learn more. Open to members and visitors alike. The lunch will begin after our 11:00 am service in our Hospitality Room and will last about an hour. Please RSVP with the link below so we can plan for the meal. Childcare will be available.
Handyman Ministry
Formed from Men for Christ, the Handyman’s group offers their handyman services on projects around the church and to those in need within our church. Individuals requiring assistance with simple tasks they are unable to complete themselves (such as replacing smoke detectors, yard assistance or minor home repairs) can put in a request for help from this group by using the link to the form below. The Handyman Ministry also assists the Trustees Committee with small jobs on the Pierce Chapel campus. For more information, please contact Team Coordinator Rick Dorer at dorerr@bellsouth.net.
Download and print the Handyman Request Form HERE. Please submit to Rick at the email listed.
Happy Achers Senior Adult Group
Join this fun Senior group for an afternoon of games and fellowship every Thursday afternoon beginning at 12:30! We hope you will be able to join us. If you have questions please call Sara Bankhead – 706-570-1263.
Children’s Ministry Info
At Pierce Chapel, we believe that children are valued members who are fully able to experience and participate in worship, grow in discipleship and enjoy fellowship with each other! We also believe that by partnering with parents we can increase our impact and help children develop strong foundations in faith.
CHILDREN’S CHURCH (3K-Kindergarten) | Room 315 at 8:30 & 11:00 AM
CHAPEL KIDS (1st-5th Grade) | Room 210 at 8:30 &11:00 AM (On 1st Sundays, this group remains in worship for Communion.)
SUNDAY CONNECTIONS CLASSES | 9:45-10:45 AM
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Children’s Choirs (3K-5th Grades)- Meets weekly at 4:00-5:00 PM during the school year. Contact Donna Pounds at donna@piercechapel.com for more info!
Questions about Children’s Ministry and any events? Contact Beth at kids@piercechapel.com.
Youth Student Ministry Info
The Refuge: Where in the midst of a chaotic world students can come and know abundant life found in Jesus Christ through Connection, Transformation, and Restoration.
PIERCE CHAPEL YOUTH ACTIVITIES for 6th-12th grade students
Sunday Worship | 8:30 & 11:00 AM- Students are invited to participate in church worship!
Sunday Connections Class | 9:45-10:45 AM in the Youth Barn
Sunday Night Youth | 5:00-7:30 PM – Supper, games, worship and small group time every Sunday evening at the Youth Barn!
Wednesday Night Bible Study | 6:00-7:30 PM – Weekly bible study time and hangout for middle and high school students!
Questions about Youth Ministry? Contact Noah at noah@piercechapel.com or (706) 587-2820.
Guarding the Heart Podcast
Check out “Guarding the Heart,” the newest podcast series with Jerry!
Everything we do flows from the heart. In this podcast series, pastor and author Jerry Akin provides insights and facilitates conversations about how to keep the heart guarded and focused on Christ while living in today’s world.
>>Available wherever you listen to podcasts on Android and Apple devices. You can also watch each episode on YouTube HERE.
Midweek Meditation
Looking for a midweek refresh? Check out Jerry’s Midweek Meditation video on Wednesday evenings! New Meditation videos are available on our Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.