Posts with the category “firstkidz”

From preschoolers to high schoolers, May is the month of graduations and celebrations. Thinking about our faith family graduates, I am excited to see their accomplishments and watch them live out their faith sharing the gospel and making disciples. As the Children’s Ministry Assistant, it has been a privilege to see many of them come through FBC’s Children’s Ministry and Youth Ministry. I observed...  Read More

Spring is filled with egg hunts, Easter services, end of the year awards, and joy at every corner. The month of May arrives, and Mother’s Day is a time where many reflect on their own mothers, their children, and other women who have greatly influenced their lives.  My own mother has been an inspiration as she set the example of great strength, determination, and faith. My own journey of motherhoo...  Read More

Fishing. Canoeing at the lake. Memories of a childhood friend. Camp food. Powerful worship experiences. Seeing the Bible come alive. Yes, you guessed it! We are registering for Preteen Camp 2025! I love the flood of memories that come back to my heart and mind every year when we begin planning for preteen camp. East Texas Baptist Encampment is a special place.Missions seem to be a theme in our chi...  Read More

A few years ago, I felt compelled to integrate missions into our children’s ministry with more intentionality. As I look at our students, I often think about how many may be called to missions.  Read More

The month of January is such an odd month in Texas. The Christmas decorations come down, and we really don’t know what to put up in their place. Snowflakes seem to be a curious choice for décor when it is 75 degrees outside. Some of us jump into decorating for Valentine’s Day (that would be me), and others choose to put greenery where the sparkly Christmas décor once rested. For most, January com...  Read More