Instead, we will be joining the 18th Annual Community Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. All Faith Celebration Center for the Arts 766 Beech Street, Pottstown, PA 19464 4 PM, Sunday, January 19th.
We will return to in-person and online services on January 26th.
Hospitality is more than just greeting folks at the door; it’s a biblical invitation to welcome, include and celebrate everyone, regardless of how we present ourselves. Affirming that it is only our combined individual distinctiveness that reflects the fullness of the image of God, we look to Jesus as our greatest example of radical hospitality. This Epiphany season worship and learn with FBC as we embrace “RadicalHospitality: Celebrating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion” Weekly Learning Community (resuming January 26th, Sundays at 3:15 online/in person) will get into the nitty gritty of what we need to consider to be inclusive. Worship (resuming January 26th, Sundays at 4:30 pm online/in person) will provide the inspiration to enable us to truly become welcoming to all.
Support our January Mission Outreach: African Mission Initiative.
African Mission Initiative supports the ongoing work of training and equipping pastoral leaders and others in Burundi under the direction of Rev Dr Eleazar Ziherambere, a member of First Baptist Church, Pottstown. Rev Ziherambere wrote to us from Burundi in mid-December saying, "...we are having a Women's Conference. We have 70 attendees and we can see a spirit of real renewal. We have also helped repair a needy school and [distributed] books. This year AMI has conducted VBS in 3 locations with more than 500 children. Many children aged 14-16 have given their lives to Jesus." Children who show academic promise are financially supported so that they can continue to learn. "Right now," Rev Ziherambere writes, "we support 2 in college, 4 in high school and 1 in middle school. It will indeed be a blessing to have FBC think about us in January."
In 2024, FBC committed to giving $1000. to AMI; will you help us meet this goal again? Please give generously online, in worship or by mail. Thank you in advance for your generous gifts.
"Mama Bears" Showings Continue in New York City: AWAB is proud to partner with our member churches to present the award-winning documentary "Mama Bears". This powerful film illuminates the courageous journeys of conservative Christian mothers who transform into fierce advocates for their LGBTQ+ children. Click here to get tickets.
Queer Clergy Fellowship: AWAB invites you to join our Queer Clergy Fellowship—a space where LGBTQ+ ministers can connect, learn and grow together. Whether you're leading a congregation, exploring new ministry paths, or simply looking for a community that "gets it," this is the place for you. Fellowships will be held monthly on Zoom on the first Thursday of each month at 1 p.m. Eastern / 12 p.m. Central / 11 a.m. Mountain / 10 a.m. Pacific. Click here to register.
AWAB Member Church Seeks Support for California Wildfire Efforts: Like many of you, our hearts ache as we witness the devastating impact of the wildfires sweeping through California. In times like these, we are reminded of the strength found in community and the power of collective support. Click here to donate.