Announcements
July 26, 2026
Our mission statement is to know Jesus and make Him known to all people and to love God, love your neighbor, and go tell somebody.
Back to School Packed with Love
Our school supply drive for our local schools will run through August 12. Donations may be placed in the school bus in the Welcome Center and the school bus near the door at the ramp. We will also be setting up a packing party at some point. Stay tuned. Please reach out to Abby Hoffman at 210-383-9282 with questions.
August Newsletter
When you get your August newsletter via email or regular mail, please take time to read Patrick Woods' heartfelt letter to you, his church family.
Music Director Search Update
The departure of Patrick leaves a significant gap in our worship ministry, and the Personnel Committee is already working diligently to address it. They are working with prayerful hearts and careful attention. We covet your prayers as we discern the person God has prepared for us. Our greatest need right now is prayer support. Pray for the committee members as they work. Pray for the person God is calling to serve here. Pray for our church as we walk through this transition together. We are navigating the interim period as carefully as possible. A substitute pianist is scheduled for August 2 and August 9. If you know of someone who may be able to assist us during the interim; both Sunday mornings and with choir rehearsals, please submit their name as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience, your encouragement, and your prayers. God has been faithful to Franklinton Baptist Church throughout every season, and He will be faithful in this one as well. Personnel Committee members are Richard Childress, Pat Dickerson (Chair), Susan Leonard, Amy Mitchell, Debra Allen, and Sam Jordan.
Choir Practice
Anita Fuller will be practicing with our choir this Wednesday, July 29, at 7:30 P.M. in the choir room. The choir will also sing during our morning worship beginning next Sunday, August 2.
Facebook, Website, and Phone App
Patrick Woods will remotely continue to maintain our Facebook page, website, and phone app.
Upcoming Events
Please mark your calendars (more information to follow in the days ahead):
August 12, 6:30 P.M. - Church Conference
September 20, - Homecoming, guest speaker Dr. Patrick Fuller of the Raleigh Baptist Association
October 27, 10:30 A.M. - Raleigh Baptist Association Fall meeting at Samaria Baptist Church in Raleigh: We will be voted in as full members. Please let Richard know if you want to attend.
Upcoming Trips
We have opened up our Lancaster, PA trip to see “Joshua” at the Sight and Sound Theatres to the community. If we don't have at least 15 people signed up and paid by August 16, we will cancel this trip and refund those who have prepaid. Itineraries and a signup sheet are in the Welcome Center. Cost is $395 per person.
We also have a trip planned for November 19-21 to see the Carolina Opry Theatre’s Christmas Show in Myrtle Beach. Cost of the trip is $350 per person. A deposit of $175 is due September 20, and the remaining balance of $175 is due October 18. An itinerary and signup sheet are in the Welcome Center. Cost of the trip includes transportation, 1 ticket to The Christmas Show, 1 dinner, 2 nights stay, 1 guided history tour of Myrtle Beach, a tour of the house and museum at Hopsewee Plantation, and 1 ticket to Ripley’s Aquarium. Three breakfasts and 1 dinner are on your own. Please see Debra Allen, Adult Council Chair, with questions on one or both of these trips.
Christmas Toy Giveaway
Donations are being accepted through November 29 for our giveaway on December 5. Specific needs are listed on posters in the Welcome Center. Contact is Phil DiFrancesco at 919-724-3304.
Blessing Box
Please keep our Blessing Box needs in mind. Donations are always welcome. You may bring nonperishable items to our Blessing Box collection room next to Cheryl’s office, place your items directly in our Blessing Box, or donate financially via your offering. If you write a check, please write “Blessing Box” in the memo line. Thank you for your help with this ministry. Sunday school rotation is:
1st Sunday of Each Month: Faithful Workers
2nd Sunday: Bill Pearce Class, Youth
3rd Sunday: Rick Shirey Class
4th Sunday: Messengers of God, Nursery
5th Sunday: Chancel Choir, Seekers
