First Baptist Church of Greater Des Moines

I WAS GLAD WHEN THEY SAID UNTO ME, “LET US GO INTO THE HOUSE OF THE LORD!”
Join us for worship and fellowship at 10.am.Sunday (July 9) when Interim Pastor Deb Harkness delivers the sermon, “Power in the Name,” taken from Acts 3 and 4. Childcare is available. Can’t make it to church? Watch the entire service via live stream at fbcdsm.org

Here’s what you can expect at First Baptist this week:

FELLOWSHIP & ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

WORSHIP WITH US! WE’LL MAKE YOU FEEL RIGHT AT HOME.
Join us for worship and communion at 10 am Sunday (July 2) when Interim Pastors Jim and Deb Harkness continues a summer sermon series, "The Start Of Something Big,” based on Acts 1: 1-8. Childcare available. Can’t make it to church? Watch the service via live stream at fbcdsm.org

COMMUNION
Sunday’s worship will also include observance of the ordinance of Communion, or the Lord’s Supper, which is the breaking of bread and drinking of juice, which reminds the believer of the last supper Jesus shared with his disciples before his death. Our Communion table is open to all who profess a belief in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior.

FELLOWSHIP & ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

COME AS A GUEST & LEAVE AS A FRIEND!
Join us for worship at 10 am Sunday (June 25) when Interim Pastor Deb Harkness delivers an inspiring sermon, "The Start Of Something Big,” based on Acts 1: 1-12. Childcare is available. Can’t make it to church? Watch the entire service via live stream at fbcdsm.org.

YOU’RE ALWAYS WELCOME AT FIRST BAPTIST!
Here’s what you can expect on Sunday, June 18:

SERMON: WHAT MAKES A MAN A REAL MAN
At 10 am, Interim Pastor Jim Harkness, in recognition of Father’s Day, will offer an inspiring sermon, “What Makes A Man A Real Man,” based on Genesis 1:27 (If you can’t make it to church, you can watch the entire service via live-stream at fbcdsm.org)

FELLOWSHIP AND ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

COME AS A GUEST AND LEAVE AS A FRIEND! Here’s what you can expect on Sunday, June 11:

SERMON: OUR STONE OF HELP
At 10 am, Interim Pastor Deb Harkness will offer an inspiring sermon, “Our Stone of Help,” based on 1 Samuel 7:12 and Peter 2:4-9. (If you can’t make it to church, you can watch the entire service via live-stream at fbcdsm.org)

FELLOWSHIP AND ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

JOIN US FOR WORSHIP, COMMUNION & FELLOWSHIP ON SUNDAY, JUNE 4!
Here’s what you can expect:

At 10 a.m., , Interim Pastor Jim Harkness will offer an insightful sermon, “God, Have Mercy On Me, A Sinner,” taken from Luke 18:9-14, which tells us to pray with the right attitude. ( If you cannot make it to church, you can watch the entire service via live-streaming at fbcdsm.org)..

COMMUNION
Sunday’s worship will also include observance of the ordinance of Communion, or the Lord’s Supper, which is the breaking of bread and drinking of juice, which reminds the believer of the last supper Jesus shared with his disciples before his death. Our Communion table is open to all who profess a belief in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior.

FELLOWSHIP & ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

HELP WANTED: FIRST BAPTIST ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR SENIOR PASTOR
Join our dynamic church to lead us spiritually and to experience the friendliness of our church family and the presence of God!
Founded In 1851 in downtown Des Moines, the 170-member congregation built a new church in the Green Meadows West Neighborhood in northwest Johnston, Iowa, in 2002.
First Baptist is affiliated with American Baptist Churches USA, a mainline Christian denomination.
Our mission is “Lighting the Way to Life by Centering People on Christ.” We exist to reach out and help people seeking to find, renew or strengthen a relationship with Jesus Christ, Lord and Savior.
Details about the application process and more information about the church are available in the church profile At this link:

https://www.fbcdsm.org/filesimages/FBCDSM%20Profile%202023.docx

YOU’RE ALWAYS WELCOME AT FIRST BAPTIST!
Join us for fellowship and worship at 10 a.m. Sunday, May 28, when Interim Pastor Deb Harkness presents an inspiring sermon, "Power For A Purpose," taken from verses in Joel, John and Acts. Can't make it to church? Watch the entire service via live stream at fbcdsm.org

FELLOWSHIP & ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.
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JOIN US FOR WORSHIP & FELLOWSHIP ON SUNDAY, MAY 21!
SERMON: At 10 a.m., Interim Pastor Jim Harkness will offer an inspiring sermon, “To Him Be The Glory,” taken from Romans 11:36. If you can’t make it to church, you can watch the entire service via live-streaming at fbcdsm.org
FELLOWSHIP & ADULT BIBLE STUDIES Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.
CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

REGISTER YOUR KIDS NOW FOR FREE VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL JUNE 19-22 IN JOHNSTON. Hosted by 3 Johnston churches - First Baptist, St. Paul Presbyterian and St. James Lutheran - VBS 2023 is packed with crafts, activities, snacks and Bible stories. Keep your kids busy this summer. Enroll them in VBS! Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdzQpPgHe5aVtLp8TRZOQNcf6ueOo989aw6GM1AEGkhzohc2A/viewform?usp=send_form

HERE’S THE SCOOP: OUR YOUTH ARE GOING TO NIAGARA FALLS TO HELP OTHERS!
The FBCDSM youth group wrapped up its successful Wednesday night dessert fundraiser on May 10, selling cupcakes and ice cream. They have been dishing out a variety of desserts at Wednesday night activities this spring to to help finance their mission trip to Niagara Falls later this summer. More than 50 people were at the May 10 dinner. A great time was had by all!

YOU’RE ALWAYS WELCOME AT FIRST BAPTIST!

Join us at 10 am Sunday, May 14, for fellowship and worship when Pastor Deb Harkness presents a special Mother’s Day sermon, “The Story of Ruth.” (Can’t make it to church? Watch the entire service via live stream at fbcdsm.org)

FELLOWSHIP AND ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

JOIN US ON SUNDAY, MAY 7, FOR WORSHIP, COMMUNION & FELLOWSHIP! Here’s what you can expect:

SERMON
AT 10 am, Pastor Deb Harkness will present an inspiring sermon, "A Living Sacrifice.” (Can’t make it to church? Watch the entire service via live stream at fbcdsm.org)

COMMUNION
Sunday’s worship will also include observance of the ordinance of Communion, or the Lord’s Supper, which is the breaking of bread and drinking of juice, which reminds the believer of the last supper Jesus shared with his disciples before his death. Our Communion table is open to all who profess a belief in Jesus Christ as our Lord and Savior.

FELLOWSHIP & ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

JOIN US FOR FELLOWSHIP & WORSHIP ON SUNDAY, APRIL 30!
We’ll make you feel right at home. Here’s what you can expect:

SERMON: BUT NOW I SEE
At 10 am, Interim Pastor Deb Harkness will offer an inspiring sermon, “But Now I See.” If you can’t make it to church, you can watch the entire service via live-streaming at fbcdsm.org
FELLOWSHIP AND ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

REGISTER YOUR CHILDREN NOW
FOR VBS JUNE 19-22 IN JOHNSTON!

“Dreams & Schemes” is a free Vacation Bible School from 9 to 11:30 a.m. June 19-22 at St. James Lutheran Church, 5665 Merle Hay Road in Johnston. The school is for pre-K (age 4) through the 5th grade.

The theme is about the amazing Old Testament character, Joseph, whose dreams as a boy got him into trouble and whose interpretations of dreams as an adult catapulted him into a leadership position to save people from a famine.

The VBS is hosted by three churches in Johnston: First Baptist, St. Paul Presbyterian, and St. James Lutheran.

TO REGISTER, FOLLOW THIS LINK:

https://forms.gle/JrJCHZYWBNy3o69Y6

SLOPPY JOES & ACTIVITIES FOR ALL ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT, APRIL 26!
Join us for sloppy joes and dessert at 6 p.m. Wednesday (April 26) and then stay for activities for all ages, including an adult Bible study class. Childcare is available. Call the Church office, (515) 243-8161, to let us know you’re coming. Bring a friend!

JOIN US FOR WORSHIP & FELLOWSHIP ON SUNDAY, APRIL 23!

SERMON:
At 10 a.m., Guest Pastor Brenda Stalbaum Martin will offer an inspiring sermon, “When The Heart Waits With Hope.” If you can’t make it to church, you can watch the entire service via live-streaming at fbcdsm.org

FELLOWSHIP & ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

PIZZA & ACTIVITIES FOR ALL ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT (April 19)!
Join us for pizza and dessert at 6 p.m. Wednesday (April 19) and then stay for activities for all ages, including an adult Bible study class. Childcare is available. Call the Church office, (515) 243-8161, to let us know you’re coming. Bring a friend!

JOIN US FOR WORSHIP & FELLOWSHIP ON SUNDAY, APRIL 16! Here’s what to expect:

SERMON: SEEING THROUGH THE HEART
At 10 a.m., Guest Pastor John Chadwick will offer the sermon, “Seeing Through The Heart,” taken from John 20: 24-29. If you cannot make it to church, you can watch the entire service via live-streaming at fbcdsm.org

FELLOWSHIP AND ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.
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LIGHTING THE WAY TO LIFE
The First Baptist Church of Greater Des Moines was founded In 1851 in downtown Des Moines. The 250-member congregation built a new church in Johnston in 2002. First Baptist is affiliated with American Baptist Churches USA, a mainline Christian denomination.Our mission is “Lighting the Way to Life by Centering People on Christ.” We exist to reach out and help people seeking to find, renew or strengthen a relationship with Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. More information about First Baptist is available at fbcdsm.organd from the church office, (515) 243-8161 or [email protected]

TACOS AND ACTIVITIES FOR ALL ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 12!
Join us for tacos and dessert at 6 p.m. Wednesday (April 12) and then stay for activities for all ages, including an adult Bible study class. Childcare is available. Call the Church office, (515) 243-8161, to let us know you’re coming. Bring a friend!

CELEBRATE THE RESURRECTION OF OUR LORD AND SAVIOR! Join us at 10 o’clock Sunday morning (April 9) to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior! Can’t make it to church? Watch this beautiful service via live stream or archive at this site: https://www.fbcdsm.org/media.aspx

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JOIN US FOR OUR GOOD FRIDAY TENEBRAE SERVICE AT 7 PM APRIL 7
The Tenebrae Service is a time to reflect on our Lord’s arrest, trials, passion, death, and burial as passages of Scripture are read and the sanctuary becomes increasingly dark. This service is intended to help you prepare for the Celebration of the Resurrection on Easter. Can’t make it to Church on Friday night? You can watch the entire service via live stream on the Church website, fbcdsm.org

Join us for worship, communion and fellowship at 10 a.m. on Palm Sunday, Apri 2, when interim Pastor Deb Harkness delivers the sermon, “The Eve of Suffering,” based on Matthew 21:1-11. Childcare is available. We’ll make you feel right at home! Can’t make it to church? Watch the entire service via live stream on the church website.

Wishing a blessed and Happy Holy Week to you and your loved ones! Join us in special services on April 2, April 7 and April 9 as we praise Jesus for His sacrifices and celebrate His resurrection.

JOIN US FOR WORSHIP & FELLOWSHIP ON SUNDAY, MARCH 26! Here’s what you can expect:

SERMON: OUR JOYFUL RESPONSE TO GOD
At 10 am, Interim Pastor Jim Harkness will offer the sermon, “Our Joyful Response to God,” taken from Matthew 13:44-46. If you cannot make it to church, you can watch the entire service via live-streaming on the Church website.

FELLOWSHIP & ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

JOIN US FOR WORSHIP & FELLOWSHIP ON SUNDAY, March 19!

Here’s what you can expect:

SERMON: EXTRAVAGANT LOVE!
At 10 a.m., Interim Pastor Deb Harkness will offer the sermon, “Extravagant Love,” taken from Mark 14:1-11. If you cannot make it to church, you can watch the entire service via live-streaming on the church website.

FELLOWSHIP AND ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

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LIGHTING THE WAY TO LIFE
The First Baptist Church of Greater Des Moines was founded In 1851 in downtown Des Moines. The 250-member congregation built a new church in Johnston in 2002. First Baptist is affiliated with American Baptist Churches USA, a mainline Christian denomination.Our mission is “Lighting the Way to Life by Centering People on Christ.” We exist to reach out and help people seeking to find, renew or strengthen a relationship with Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. More information about First Baptist is available at the church website and the church office.

FIRST BAPTIST WOMEN MAKE BIRTHING KITS FOR MOTHERS IN THE CONGO!

Lydia Circle, a group of First Baptist women who meet for Christian fellowship, recently made 16 birthing kits that will be sent to the Democratic Republic of Congo in central Africa. Each kit contains a receiving blanket, a newborn cap and gown, and a plastic sheet. These items promote a safe, clean delivery and encourage good aftercare.

The service project was carried out by Lydia Circle in partnership with the White Cross and International Ministries of the American Baptist Women Ministry.

First Baptist Church has three circles: Lydia, Martha and Ruth. These groups offer women a community of friends within the church. Their monthly meetings include Bible study and devotions, service projects, fellowship, and refreshments. For more information about the circles and how to get involved, please contact the church office, (515) 243-8161 or [email protected]

SPRING F0RWARD! Don’t forget to set your clock clock one hour ahead before you go to bed on Saturday night, March 11, so you can be on time for our service at 10 o’clock Sunday morning, March 12. We’d love to have you!

JOIN US FOR WORSHIP & FELLOWSHIP ON SUNDAY, MARCH 12!
Our warm and friendly congregation will make you feel right at home. Here's what you can expect:

SERMON: TAKE COURAGE!
At 10 a.m., Interim Pastor Jim Harkness will offer the sermon, “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be Afraid!”, taken from Matthew 14:22-23. If you cannot make it to church, you can watch the entire service via live-streaming at fbcdsm.org

FELLOWSHIP AND ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Other activities and services on Sunday morning include coffee/tea/juice fellowship from 9:45 to 10:00 am and from 11:00 to 11:15 am, and adult Bible studies at 9:00 am and 11:15 am.

CHILDREN’S CHURCH & CHILDCARE
Childcare for infants and pre-K toddlers is available on Sunday from 9 am to noon. Children’s Church, a Christian education program for youth, is held in a classroom from 10:15 to 11 am.

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LIGHTING THE WAY TO LIFE

The First Baptist Church of Greater Des Moines was founded In 1851 in downtown Des Moines. The 250-member congregation built a new church in Johnston in 2002. First Baptist is affiliated with American Baptist Churches USA, a mainline Christian denomination. Our mission is “Lighting the Way to Life by Centering People on Christ.” We exist to reach out and help people seeking to find, renew or strengthen a relationship with Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. More information about First Baptist is available at fbcdsm.org and from the church office, (515) 243-8161 or [email protected]