We welcome Rev. Harold Woodlief to the pulpit this morning.
Congregational Wellness Inventory
There is a survey we would like our church family to complete and return to the church office or to Richard’s desk. Copies are in the Welcome Center and on the front center pew in the church.
FBC Christmas Love
We are collecting filled shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child from now until October 26. You may pick up empty shoeboxes (with labels included) in our Sanctuary.
We are also accepting for our Christmas Giveaway on November 29, new or gently used, unwrapped toys and coats for local children in need. Collection will go through November 22. Contact is Phil DiFrancesco at 919-724-3304.
Sunday School Breakfast
We will begin a new Sunday school quarter by joining together for a breakfast fellowship on October 12 from 9:00-9:45 A.M. Please sign up in the Welcome Center.
Discipleship Training Study: 12 Ordinary Men
This study has been cancelled for lack of participation.
Need Treats for Frankenfest
Please place candy donations in the big orange pumpkins in the Welcome Center and at the back door (where the ramp is) for Frankenfest by October 19.
A Milestone for Franklinton Baptist Church — Be There October 28!
We’re thrilled to share that Franklinton Baptist Church has been recommended for affiliation with the Raleigh Baptist Association (RBA)—a step toward richer ministry partnerships and greater missional impact. After months of prayerful preparation and engaging dialogue with the RBA Church Relations and Credentials Committee, we’ve been enthusiastically welcomed into their fellowship. Now, we look forward to formal recognition at the RBA Annual Meeting on October 28, 2025, hosted by The Fountain Church, 9621 Six Forks Road, Raleigh. Dinner: 5:30 PM, meeting 6:30 PM
We need a strong presence from our church family. This is more than a meeting—it’s a celebration of unity, purpose, and God’s guidance. Let’s show up with joy and gratitude to mark the beginning of this exciting new chapter.
Youth Sunday
Youth Sunday is October 19. The youth will be leading in worship, presenting specials in song, and giving testimonies during the worship hour.
Youth BBQ Fundraiser
The Youth BBQ Fundraiser is this Saturday (October 11) from 11:00 A.M. til sold out. Cost is $10 per plate, eat in or take out. If you have pledged to donate money for chicken or potatoes, please make your donation today. We also need 27 pound cakes, so if you can bake a pound cake to bring, please let Tommy Aloisi or Bradley Grissom know
Trip to Museum of the Bible and Presentation of “Noah”
If you have not paid your deposit for this trip, please do so today. We also have a few tickets left, so if you would like to go and have not signed up, please do so today. Itineraries are in the Welcome Center. The trip is December 3-5. Cost is $316.59/person and includes tickets to the Museum of the Bible in Washington, D.C. and tickets to the Sight & Sound Theatre presentation of “Noah,” 2 nights stay, 2 meals, and transportation. Contact Debra Allen at 919-671-3722.
Other Upcoming Events and Deadlines
October 19—Youth Sunday October 23—Deadline to RSVP for the Meal and Program at The Fountain in Raleigh for the Raleigh Baptist Association Meeting, Call 919-231-3995 to RSVP October 28—Raleigh Baptist Association Meal 5:30, Program 6:30 (Don’t Forget to RSVP)
Free Tai Chi Classes for Ladies 60 and Up
Evelyn Goswick has arranged for Joel and Donna Webb to teach free tai chi classes for ladies 60 and up on the first and third Thursdays of Oct—Dec from 6—7 P.M. in the Fellowship Hall.
Adult Council Events Planned for 2026, Signup Sheets in Welcome Center
January 18—chili cookoff (after worship service) February 14—valentine banquet, do not have to be a couple, $15 for singles, $25 for couples March 22—spring salad luncheon (after worship service) April 18 - parade of tables, 5:00 P.M., $10 per person—more information as nears August 22—hot dog/hamburger/ice cream cookout, 5:00 P.M.
Mark Your Calendars
Wednesdays 6:30 PM and Sundays during Children's church, Children’s Christmas Play practice continues October 11: Youth BBQ Fundraiser, 11 A.M. til Sold Out, Details to Come October 19: Youth Sunday October 22: Wednesday Night Meal, Shaping Our Future, 5:30 PM, Cost $10 per person October 23: Deadline to RSVP for the meal and program at The Fountain in Raleigh for the Raleigh Baptist Association October 25: Frankenfest, Downtown Franklinton, 12:00 PM—5:00 PM October 26: Deadline to Return Filled Shoeboxes for Operation Christmas Child. October 28: Raleigh Baptist Association’s (RBA) Annual Meeting at The Fountain Church in Raleigh. Dinner is at 5:30 PM, with the Meeting at 6:30. November 5: Wednesday Night Meal, Shaping Our Future, 5:30 PM. Cost $10 per person November 29: Christmas Toy Giveaway, See Phil DiFrancesco (919-724-3304) for details
Blessing Box and Food Donations
Blessing Box Rotation for Sunday school classes: First Week of Each Month: Faithful Workers Class Second Week: Bill Pearce Class and Youth Third Week: Rick Shirey Class Fourth Week: Messengers of God Class and Nursery Workers Fifth Week: Chancel Choir
Food donations from Panera Bread available each Sunday; food donations from Food Lion available on the third Sunday of each month in the Fellowship Hall.
