Events for ALL Ministry Areas

Administration and Churchwide Events

The Family God Uses begins Wednesday, September 1, 6-7 PM, A-206. Led by Ron & Christa Smith.

Financial Peace University Wednesday, September 1, 6-8 PM, A-205. $100 kits in Church Library.

Special Needs Children & Youth Life Group begins Sunday, September 5, 10:30 AM, E-102. Call the Church Office to get involved with this new ministry.

Outreach begins Tuesday, September 14, 5:30 PM, MAC Conference Room.

Every Person REVIVAL Join us September 17-19 in our newly renovated Sanctuary to enjoy hearing some powerful speakers with some great fellowship. Schedule is as follows:

• Friday: Junior Hill speaks at 7 PM, followed by a student dodgeball tournament
• Saturday: Preschool and children activities in courtyard from 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, free hotdog lunch in the Dining Hall from 11:30 AM-12:30 PM, and Bailey Smith speaks at 1 PM
• John Green speaks at both Sunday morning services, 9 and 10:30 AM
• Ron Coram speaks at the Sunday evening service, 6 PM

Revival Sunday Baptism September 19, 10:10 AM. Baptism candidates meet at 9 AM, Dining Hall. Call the Church Office to sign up.

Connection Class Wednesday, September 22 & 29, 7 PM, A-218. For new members and those interesting in learning more about the ministries of First Baptist Brandon. Led by Dr. Tommy Green.

New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary Monday, August 23 & 30, September 20 and October 4. Professors include Tommy Green, Myles Dowdy, Danny Bennett and Mike Wetzel. Class times vary from 1-3 hours from 12-12:55 PM, 1-5 PM, and 6-10 PM. Sign up for these classes by calling the Church Office.

New Couples Life Group Sundays,10:30 AM, A-207. Led by Rocco Cafaro.

Yarn Donations Needed for Busy Hands Crochet. Bring all donations to the Church Office.

Pastor's Life Study Wednesdays, 6-7 PM, Sanctuary. Led by Dr. Tommy Green.

Library Card Have you gotten your library card yet? Fill out a registration form in the Church Library today.

Receive Your Weekly Email From Dr. Green Make sure the Church Office has your correct email address and designate “fbcbrandon.org” as a preferred sender in your spam filter settings.

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Broadcast Ministry

Sermon Archives are available online to enable you to watch past sermons at your convenience.

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Children and Families

Children's Handbells (grades 3-5) begins Wednesday, September 1, 5:15-6 PM, C-204.

TeamKID Club (age 3-grade 5) begins Wednesday, September 1, 6-8 PM. September 8 Cowboy night.

TeamKID Club T-Shirts available for $8, pre-paid. Sample sizes (youth XS-adult XL) at registration table. Bring money to Church Library or Office by September 15.

DivorceCare for Kids begins Wednesday, September 1, 6:30-8:30 PM, B-101.

Children's New Member Class Wednesday, September 8, 4-5 PM, D-102. Call the Church Office to register your child.

Revival moonwalks and activities in the courtyard Saturday, September 18, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM prior to the 1 PM service. Baptism on Sunday, September 19, 10:10 AM. Call Paul Pucciarelli in the Church Office to register if your child is awaiting baptism.

1st Grade Bible Presentation Sunday, September 26, during your child's Life Group hour.

Academy Registration 2010-11 register your child now. Preschool-Grade 3.

Nursing Mothers The new nursing room is open in our Preschool area across from the Preschool Desk. We invite our nursing mothers and their babies to enjoy this soothing atmosphere.

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College Ministry

GAP (grads & professionals) begins Sunday, September 12, 7:15-9 PM, D-218.

New Co-ed College Age Life Group (age 18-24) Sundays, 10:30 AM, A-220.

New Ladies College Age Life Group (age 18-24) Sundays, 9 AM, E-200.

Single Purpose (single adults) 3rd Thursday of each month, 7-9 PM, MAC Loft. Childcare available. Series: The Truth Project.

Join Our Facebook Group The Cross (First Baptist of Brandon College Ministry)

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Deaf Ministry

Interpreted Worship Services Sundays at 9 AM, Sanctuary.

Deaf Adult Life Group Sundays, 10:30 AM, A-200.

Life Group for Deaf Children Sundays at 10:30 AM, B-103.

Mentors/Tutors Needed to work with hearing siblings of deaf children enrolled in the DLC after-school program from 2:30-4 PM. For more information, please contact Christa Smith.

For More Information about First Baptist’s Deaf Ministry please contact Christa Smith in the Church Office, 689-1204 voice/VP, or by email.

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Evangelism Ministry

Outreach If you are interesed in participating in Tuesday night Outreach please contact the Minister in charge of that month.

Outreach begins Tuesday, September 14, 5:30 PM, MAC Conference Room.

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Language Ministry

Portuguese Life Group Sundays, 9 AM, Church Library.

Portuguese Class Escola Dominical de expressão Portuguesa. Venha estudar conosco a Palavra de Deus. Domingos das 9 as 10 da Manhã na biblioteca.

Hispanic Life Groups meet Sunday mornings at 10:30. Todos los adultos de habla hispana están invitados a estudiar la biblia en Español a las 10:30 en el D-101.

Spanish Activities Servicios de adoración traducidos, Santuario, Domingos, 9:00. Estudio Bíblico para adultos, Domingos 10:30, D 101.

Estudio en Español La Vida de Jesús Libro 1. Vengan a estudiar con nosotros los miércoles a las 6:00 p.m. en el D-101.

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Men's Ministry

Men’s Life Study Mondays, 7:30-9 PM, E-205. Led by Mike Moore. Study on the book of John.

Disciplines of a Godly Man Tuesdays, 5:15-6 AM, MAC Conference Room.

Lord, Change My Attitude Wednesdays, 6 PM, A-207.

Men's 24/7 Bible Studies

• Tuesdays, 7 PM, MAC Conference Room, led by Myles Dowdy
• Thursdays, 7 AM, MAC Coffee Shop, led by David Shenning
• Fridays, 10:30 AM, MAC Conference Room, led by Kevin Ohme

Disaster Preparedness If you have interest in helping on an FBC Disaster Preparedness Team, please visit the Men’s Ministry table for information. Please contact Ron Smith in the Church Office or by e-mail

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Missions

Food Pantry URGENT Needs canned mixed vegetables, soups, beans (dry/canned), instant mashed potatoes, fruit. Through your generosity, 47 people heard about Christ and 15 made decisions for Jesus from August 1-19.

Maguire State Mission Offering September-October FBC Goal: $8,500

Homeless Ministry Volunteers Sort clothes; make desserts for Thursdays, may be dropped off Wednesday night. Contact Cina at 655-3848.

Bus Drivers Needed The Transportation Committee is seeking bus drivers for short and long distance trips. Qualified drivers with good driving records will receive training for a commercial driver license. Contact Jim Peppers, 685-9237.

Pen Pals Needed There are almost 700 men housed at the Zephyrhills Correctional Facility, many of whom are pleading to be discipled. If you have some free time and a heart for missions, then you’re able to make an eternal difference in the lives of these searching men and your community. Please call the Church Office for more information. (Note: All correspondence is sent through FBC Brandon.)

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Music Ministry

It's Not Too Late to Sign Up for the School of Fine Arts Last week to enroll for Fall Session. Call the Church Office to register your child for individual instrumental lessons or groups lessons in Ballet or Art.

Children's Handbells (grades 3-5) begins Wednesday, September 1, 5:15-6 PM, C-204.

TeamKID Club (age 3-grade 5) begins Wednesday, September 1, 6-8 PM. September 8 Cowboy night.

TeamKID Club T-Shirts available for $8, pre-paid. Sample sizes (youth XS-adult XL) at registration table. Bring money to Church Library or Office by September 15.

So You Think You Can SING You can! Join First Voice and sing with us. Wednesdays, 6:45-8 PM, A-211.

SilverTones Choir Tuesdays, 10 AM, Dining Hall.

CDs Available First Voice Favorites Volume One along with Noel- The Carols of Christmas, and Rise Up and Praise Him are available for purchase in the Media Library and Church Office.

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Prayer Ministry

Spring/Summer Prayer Warriors Praying times are being formulated. Call 684-3459 for information.

Are You A Prayer Warrior? Volunteers are needed to pray for the many concerns of our church family. Leave your name with the Church Office or call Barbara Jenkins, 684-3459. You are greatly needed.

If you would like the church to pray for you or someone you know, please use our Prayer Request page to email the prayer need to us.

Please remember to prayer walk your church campus. You may pick up a Prayer Path Guide in the Narthex, Media Library, the Church Office or see the Prayer Walking web page.

Please see the Prayer Ministry page for more details.

Upward Prayer Ministry
The Upward philosophy of sports ministry is based on the parable of the sower and the seed in Mark, chapter 4.   Upward team members cast the seed throughout the season while spending time and sharing the love of Jesus with each child. The harvest will come in God’s time and through whatever means he desires. Where the prayer ministry fits in is by praying for those seeds to fall on fertile ground and to grow and bear fruit for the glory of God. This is why the prayer ministry is a vital component of our league.   Please join us in surrounding this ministry in prayer by volunteering to pray on a daily basis for Upward Basketball and Cheerleading through our 100 Days of Prayer.  

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Recreation

Bowling League meeting Tuesday, August 31, 6:30 PM, Brandon Crossroads Bowl. League bowling begins Tuesday, September 7. Come to the meeting for more details.

Joy Bible Study + Fitness Class begins Wednesday, September 1, 6-8 PM, MAC. Study Jonah: Navigating a Life Interrupted. Must attend study to participate in Group Exercise Class. MAC membership not needed.

New Group Exercise Schedule begins the week of September 13. New classes include:

• Power Hour Mondays, 3:30 PM and Tuesdays, 2 PM
• Bootcamp Mondays, 6 AM
• Kidzone hours extended Mondays to open at 3:30 PM

Walking Club Info Meeting Thursday, September 16, 6 PM, MAC.

Running Club Info Meeting Saturday, September 18, 7 AM, MAC.

MAC Volunteers Needed Monday, Tuesday & Thursday evening. Contact the MAC, 315-3280.

Table Top Games 2nd and 4th Monday of each month, 12:30-3:30 PM, Conference Room.

Adult Volleyball Mondays, 7:00 PM, Court A in the MAC. For information call 661-8449.

Bowling League Tuesdays, 6:30 PM, Brandon Crossroads, 609 Crater Ln., Tampa (behind Home Depot). We need bowlers college age and up- join us! Contact President, Beth Hawkins at 684-9168.

Men’s Noontime Basketball Tuesdays and Fridays, 12 PM, MAC. $3 for non-MAC members.

Martial Arts We have ongoing programs for Karate and self-defense. Tiny Tigers (ages 5-7), Ninjas (ages 8-12), and Adults (age 13+). Classes are held Mondays and Thursdays evenings on Court A in the MAC. For more information please call Bret or Heather Brown at 813-654-9394.

Men’s Open Gym Basketball (MAC Members only) Tuesday & Thursday evening in the MAC. Contact Steve Tercyak for more information, 892-4404.

Ladies Doubles Tennis League Tuesdays, 9 AM. Contact Dee Grantham for more information, 651-5469.

Senior Classes offered Tuesday and Friday at 9:15 AM and Wednesday at 10:30 AM.

Open Ladies Volleyball Thursdays, 10 AM, MAC Court A.

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Senior Adult Ministry

Hebrews: Following a Life of Faith begins Wednesday, September 1, 7-8 PM, A-208.

Friday Fellowship September 10, 6 PM, Dining Hall. Special guests, First Voice Brass Ensemble. $5 at the door.

SilverTones Choir begins Tuesdays, 10 AM, Dining Hall.

Table Top Games 2nd & 4th Mondays, 1-3:30 PM, Loft (MAC).

Coffee & Cropping 3rd Thursday, 9 AM, A-206. Scrapbooking for all levels.

Busy Hands Crochet Class 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, 10:30 AM, D-111.

Senior Fitness Classes Tuesdays & Fridays, 9:15 AM & Wednesdays,10:30 AM, MAC.

Ministry Opportunity Volunteers are needed to present simple worship services in area nursing homes on selected Sunday afternoons. The format includes hymn singing, special music, and a brief Bible study. This would make a wonderful Life Group project. Please contact David Durham for more information.

Looking for a Life Group? We have over 20 Sunday morning Life Groups for senior adults! We would love to help you find just the right one. Contact David Durham, Minister to Adults, for more information.

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Singles Ministry

Single Purpose (single adults) 3rd Thursday of each month, 7-9 PM, MAC Loft. Childcare available. Series: The Truth Project.

DivorceCare Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM, A-219. Join us for a new 13-week series for those experiencing divorce and separation. For more information visit www.DivorceCareOnline.com.

DivorceCare for Kids begins Wednesday, September 1, 6:30-8:30 PM, B-101.

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Special Ministries

Choir begins Wednesday, September 1, 6-7 PM, E-102.

Bowling Saturday, September 11 & 25, 2:30 PM, Oakfield Lanes.

Children & Youth Life Group begins Sunday, September 5, 10:30 AM, E-102. Call the Church Office to get involved with this new ministry.

Adult Life Group Sundays, 10:30 AM, E-102.

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Student Ministry

All Students

Student Ministry Newsletter Online (pdf)

Student Choir Rehearsal resumes Sunday, September 12, 4:30 PM, MAC Loft.

Dodgeball Tournament Friday, September 17, immediately following revival service.

High School

FBC High School Ministry on Facebook

HS Rock the Universe Saturday, September 11, 5 PM-2 AM. Cost is $55. Call the Church Office to sign up by September 1.

Catalyst Wednesdays, 6-8 PM, the MAC.

Middle School

FBC Middle School Ministry on Facebook

MS Night of Joy Friday, September 10, 5 PM-2 AM. Cost is $55. Call the Church Office to sign up by September 1.

Fusion Wednesdays, 6-8 PM, the MAC. Don’t miss an awesome time! Fun, games, prizes, and Bible study. Bring snack money!

Girls' Life Study Wednesdays, 7 PM, D-204 (Middle School Room).

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Support Group Ministry

DivorceCare for Kids begins Wednesday, September 1, 6:30-8:30 PM, B-101.

DivorceCare Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM, A-219.

Celebrate Recovery Tuesdays, 6:30 PM, E-101. Volunteers needed, contact the Church Office. Celebrate Recovery is a ministry designed to help those recovering from physical and emotional hurts, addictions, hang-ups, and destructive habits. For more information contact Larry & Candelaria Brown, 651-0859. For more information visit www.celebraterecovery.com.

DivorceCare Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30 PM, A-219. Join us for a new 13-week series for those experiencing divorce and separation. For more information visit www.DivorceCareOnline.com.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Visit www.iservefbc.com for more information on volunteering.

NEW Children's Special Needs Ministry to equip and encourage children with special needs, and their families, to take their place within the body of Christ and perfect their gifts to glorify God. Contact the Church Office to get involved.

Celebrate Recovery Tuesdays, 6:30 PM, E-101. Volunteers needed, contact the Church Office. Celebrate Recovery is a ministry designed to help those recovering from physical and emotional hurts, addictions, hang-ups, and destructive habits. For more information contact Larry & Candelaria Brown, 651-0859. For more information visit www.celebraterecovery.com.

Kitchen Volunteer Needed for the dishwashing area. Contact the Church Office for information.

Homeless Ministry Volunteers Sort clothes; make desserts for Thursdays, may be dropped off Wednesday night. Contact Cina at 655-3848.

Bus Drivers Needed The Transportation Committee is seeking bus drivers for short and long distance trips. Qualified drivers with good driving records will receive training for commercial drivers license. Contact Jim Peppers, 685-9237.

Nursing Home Ministry Volunteers are needed to present simple worship services in area nursing homes on selected Sunday afternoons. The format includes hymn singing, special music, and a brief Bible study. This would make a wonderful Life Group project. Please contact David Durham for more information.

Celebrate Recovery: If you are interested in group leadership with our new Celebrate Recovery ministry designed to help those recovering from physical and emotional hurts, addictions, hang-ups, and destructive habits, please contact Larry Brown, 651-0859.

Kitchen: Volunteers are needed to run the dishwashers for Wednesday night dinner, 4-7 PM, (all or part). Contact Dorothy Campbell, 689-1549.

Mentors/Tutors Needed to work with hearing siblings of deaf children enrolled in an after-school program, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 2:30-4 PM. For more information, please contact Christa Smith.

Spanish Translators: Se necesita una o dos personas para ayudar con la traducción simultánea de los servicios de adoración al español . Para más información, hable con Linda Watkins, 689-8923.

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Women's Ministry

New Ladies Life Group Sundays, 10:30 AM, A-219. For women growing together toward God.

New Joy Bible Studies begin Tuesday, August 31, 9:15-11:30 AM; Wednesday, September 1, 6-8 PM; and Thursday, September 2, 6:30-8 PM. Visit the Women's Ministry page for a full list of studies.

Busy Hands Crochet & Knitting Group meets on the 2nd & 4th Friday of each month, 10:30 AM, D-111.

Encouraging Times Devotions - Women’s online devotions are now available. Written by the ladies of First Baptist. If you enjoy writing and have a story please contact Janet Peavyhouse.

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Young and Median Adult Ministry

New Couples Life Group Sundays, 10:30 AM, A-207. Led by Rocco Cafaro.

The Family God Uses begins Wednesday, September 1, 6-7 PM, A-206. Led by Ron & Christa Smith.

Looking for a Life Group? See all Young Adult Classes.

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