October Announcements

Week of Prayer Breakfast — Saturday, October 3, at 10:00 a.m.

The Senior Missionary Ministry will host the Baptist General Convention Week of Prayer Breakfast. Donations accepted; special offering envelopes available. Sign up on the vestibule shelf.

Fifth Annual Breast Cancer Walk — Saturday, October 10, 9:00 a.m.–noon
The Women’s Ministry invites everyone to walk at Central High Cultural and Educational Complex Gym and Field, 2748 Dogtown Road, Goochland, VA 23063. Water and snacks provided.

Scholarship Requests — Deadline: Sunday, October 11
Submit educational assistance requests and enrollment verification forms to the Jerry A. Allen Memorial Education and Scholarship Ministry. Submit early—college registrar offices may be closed on weekends.

Church Official Business Meeting- Tuesday, October 13, at 7:00 PM church Fellowship Hall 

James River District Baptist Association Executive Board Meeting — Saturday, October 24, at 9:00 a.m.
Guildfield Baptist Church, 2550 Manakintown Ferry Road, Midlothian, VA.

Annual Movie Night — Saturday, October 24
Join the Jerry A. Allen Memorial Education and Scholarship Fund for “David” at Fauquier Baptist Church, 2455 Dogtown Road, Goochland, VA 23063. Fun and games begin at 4:00 p.m.; movie starts at dark. Food available. Donations support the ministry’s $5,500 annual goal; offering envelopes available.
Chairperson/Coordinator: Deaconess Jane J. Allen-Bowles, (804) 556-3946
Pastor: Charles G. Gilliam III

Week of Prayer for State Missions — Sunday, October 25, at 10:00 a.m.
Hosted by the Senior Missionary Ministry for the Baptist General Convention.
Theme: “United to Serve”
Guest Speaker: Minister Bertha B. Jackson
Music: Fauquier Baptist Church Gospel Chorus
Minister of Music: Dr. Kenyatta Smithers
Special offering envelopes available. All ladies are asked to wear white.

Senior Missionary Ministry Outreach

  • Thanksgiving Baskets and Christmas Mother Program- Members are asked to unexpired canned goods, other nonperishable food, and household supplies Continuing now through November 21, 2026. Each church ministry is also asked to contribute at least one case of unexpired, nonperishable food. Collection boxes are near the outside entrance and in the church vestibule. Pickup, preparation, and delivery: Saturday, November 21.
  • Thanksgiving Monetary Gifts for Members
    Sick and shut-in members and seniors age 62 and older may sign up September 6–November 15, 2026. Indicate your preference for a check or gift card on the sign-up sheet on the vestibule shelf.

2027 Calendar Payments, Orders, and Donations
To purchase a calendar, make a donation, or stop receiving a calendar, notify a Jerry A. Allen Scholarship Committee member by October 15, 2026.

Ponder the Point: Family Matters

October’s Reflection Inspired by Points to Ponder: Devotional Readings By the Rev. Dr. Barbara A. F. Brehon Scripture Readings: Genesis 45:9–11 and 1 Timothy 5:9–16 Dear Members and Friends, I would like to share these reflections inspired by the devotional work of...

Reminders

Regular Worship Schedule Worship Service 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Sundays 10:00 AM  Prayer, Praise & Bible Study  Join us each Wednesday at 7:00 PM in the Fellowship Hall. Come prepared to grow in God's Word. Conference Call Information Dial: 1-701-802-5374 Access...

Clerk’s Notice

FBC Church Directory & Calendar The directory lists church leadership, ministries, and organizations so members and visitors can contact the appropriate source for information. The 2026 Church Calendar is in the website dropdown menu. Review it regularly to help...

November and December 2026 Advance Announcements and Notices

Come Out and Support Our Veterans on Sunday November 8! Join us as we honor our veterans for their service, sacrifice, courage, and dedication. Come help us give our veterans their flowers while they are here to receive them! Lunch will be served after morning...