August 23, 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.
CPR Training
The Safety Committee has scheduled training for First Aid/CPR/AED for Saturday, September 19 starting at 9:00 A.M. in the Fellowship Hall. A second training date (yet to be determined) will be announced for those who would like to attend this training but are unable to make this date. The training will be provided by Bradley Grissom and will last approximately four hours. There is a signup sheet in the Welcome Center. If you would like to attend, please sign up ASAP. The class will be limited to 25 attendees.
Franklinton Lions Club Pancake Supper
The Franklinton Lions Club has always been a beacon of service to others, especially to the blind. We praise God for this organization and hope that you will be able to attend their community pancake supper fundraiser this Thursday, August 27 from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the clubhouse at 205 South Chavis Street here in Franklinton. Cost is $10 per person. The Lions Club motto is: “We serve.” All proceeds go to Franklinton Lions Club service projects and community outreach.
Upcoming Events
Please mark your calendars (more information to follow in the days ahead):
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
Fall Senior Adult Rally
The Adult Council is organizing a group to attend the Raleigh Baptist Association’s senior adult rally on Tuesday, September 29. Highland Baptist Church at 8424 Crowder Road in Raleigh is hosting the event. Registration is at 9:30 A.M., and the program begins at 10:00 and concludes with lunch. The menu is hamburger steak with gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans, carrots, corn muffins, and a dessert. Cost is $20 per person. There is a signup sheet in the Welcome Center. The deadline to sign up is August 30. Transportation is on your own. Please contact Debra Allen, Chair of the Adult Council, at 919-671-3722 with any questions.
Christmas Toy Giveaway
Donations are being accepted through November 29 for our giveaway on December 5. Specific needs are listed on a poster in the Welcome Center. Contact is Phil DiFrancesco at 919-724-3304.
Upcoming Trips
We have a trip planned for November 19-21 to see the Carolina Opry Theatre’s Christmas Show in Myrtle Beach. Cost is $350 per person. A $175 deposit is due September 20, with the balance of $175 due October 18. An itinerary and signup sheet are in the Welcome Center. Please see Debra Allen, Adult Council Chair, with questions on one or both of these trips.
Blessing Box Sunday School Rotation
1st Sunday of Each Month: Faithful Workers
2nd Sunday: Bill Pearce Class, Youth
3rd Sunday: Rick Shirey Class
4th Sunday: Messengers of God, Nursery Workers
5th Sunday: Chancel Choir, Seekers
