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First Baptist Church Sylvania
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This Week’s Announcements
Advent Schedule
Advent Schedule Join us this Advent Season at Pierce Chapel! Advent Worship Services: Sundays, Nov 30-Dec 21 8:30 & 11:00 AM Christmas Cantata- Dec 7 | 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm Caroling in the Chapel - Dec 17 | 6:00 pm The Longest Night Service- Dec 21 | 6:00 pm...
Caroling in the Chapel
Come join us as we sing hymns and carols in our Historic Chapel to get us all in the Christmas Spirit! We will meet in the Chapel at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, December 17th. Following this event we will meet in the north end of the Worship Center for Mix, Mingle, and...
Youth Christmas Party
The Youth are having their Christmas Party on Sunday, December 21 at 5:00 till 8:30 pm in the Youth Barn. There will be a white elephant gift exchange, so bring a $10- $20 gift. Come and join in on this fun evening as we gather and fellowship!
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Advent Schedule
Advent Schedule
Join us this Advent Season at Pierce Chapel!
Advent Worship Services: Sundays, Nov 30-Dec 21 8:30 & 11:00 AM
Christmas Cantata- Dec 7 | 4:00 pm and 7:00 pm
Caroling in the Chapel – Dec 17 | 6:00 pm
The Longest Night Service- Dec 21 | 6:00 pm
Candlelight Service – Dec 24 | 5:00 pm
Caroling in the Chapel
Come join us as we sing hymns and carols in our Historic Chapel to get us all in the Christmas Spirit! We will meet in the Chapel at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, December 17th. Following this event we will meet in the north end of the Worship Center for Mix, Mingle, and Jingle, where we will have light refreshments and some time to fellowship. Don’t miss it!! This will be a fun event for the whole family to enjoy!
Youth Christmas Party
The Youth are having their Christmas Party on Sunday, December 21 at 5:00 till 8:30 pm in the Youth Barn. There will be a white elephant gift exchange, so bring a $10- $20 gift. Come and join in on this fun evening as we gather and fellowship!
The Longest Night Service
This year at Pierce Chapel we would like to hold space for those experiencing heaviness, grief, or anxiety during the Advent and Christmas seasons. If this includes you, we hope you can join us for our”Longest Night Service” on December 21st at 6:00 PM in the Chapel. this service will include a brief meditation followed by a time of silence and reflection.
Candlelight and Communion Service
Candlelight and Communion Service
Join us Christmas Eve evening for a very special Candlelight and Communion Service at 5:00 PM. The Service will be held in the Worship Center with more available seating in the Historic Chapel with livestream of the service. This is a wonderful service for the whole family to experience with their fellow Pierce Chapel family.
***Childcare will be available for ages three and under.
Children and Youth Summer Schedule
We have changed our summer schedule for this upcoming Summer 2026! We have some new exciting, new opportunities for our kids and youth coming up!
Check out the schedule below.
Vacation Bible School: June 1-5, 2026
Chapel Kids Camp: June 15-18, 2026
M28 Youth Retreat: June 28-July 1, 2026
Men’s Bible Study
Men’s Bible Study
Join us for a new study on the book of Amos! This study begins on Tuesday, January 13th at 7:00 PM. The Men for Christ meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday evening at 7:00 PM in the Chapel, but they will not meet the 4th Tuesday in December. Men of all ages are welcome! Come join us as we grow closer to each other and closer to God.
Childcare is available upon request. Please email roseanna@piercechapel.com to schedule childcare.
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.



