April, 2022 Newsletter

The Vine
First Baptist Church of Mebane




September 2022 | Monthly Newsletter





From the Pastor



Praise the Lord! God is good all the time! Welcome to September church, this is going to be the

month that everything starts back! God shows his power and authority and His people show
discipleship and lead us to serve others in the name of Jesus Christ amen!!


Our Wednesday night suppers and prayer service as well as the RAs, GAs, Mission Friends, and
Youth Group will be starting back September 14th. We hope you will make it a habit to join us
on Wednesday night as we get a mid-week infusion of God’s word.


On September 11th, (combined service) we will be having a good old fashion family reunion
with food, fellowship and fun for the whole family. I hope you will join us!


We are getting things together to start on phase 1 of our building project, so look for more
information on that. It is so exciting to see where God is going to lead His church - FBC
Mebane!


I hope you have been joining us on Sunday morning as we continue our study of the whole
bible at the 8:30 am service, and our “Make Moves and Not Excuses” study at the 11:00 am

service.

God has truly been anointing His word, so please come join us and bring friends!! Until next

month, may He hold you in the palm of His hand!

I love you but God loves you more!


† Pastor Sammy




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Mission Action


Alamance Pregnancy Services – Items for new born babies

Baby Diapers (newborn, sizes 3, 4 and 5), Body Wash, Diaper Rash Cream, Lotion, Newborn
clothes, Shampoo, Wipes

Alamance Pregnancy Services Offers a variety of services at no cost to women facing
unplanned or crisis pregnancies. Our goal is to provide information and come alongside women

as they make important decisions about their future. Through caring, confidential counseling,
women are empowered to face the challenges of pregnancy and parenting.



NEW WMU THEME for 2022 – 2024 – Hope in Christ from Romans 12:12


“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer.”
Because of our hope in Christ, we seek to be genuine in love, patient in tribulation,
constant in prayer, and compassionate to all. The dictionary tells us hope is a

desire accompanied by expectations of or belief in fulfillment. A biblical definition
of hope per the Holman Bible Dictionary is an expectation with certainty that God
will do what He has promised. One is a wish without certainty; the other is a

guarantee. Which one is leading our lives? Watch this space for more guidance on what is
necessary to live a life that is pleasing to Him.
Contact: Karen Rice, [email protected].



North Carolina Missions Offering, 8/28-9/30/2022

Offering goal for FBCM: $2,000, state goal: $2.1M
Relief for Today, Hope for Tomorrow, Romans 15:13

“Now may the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him, so
that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”

This annual offering supports the ministries of Baptist on Mission, Church
Planting, mission camps, associational projects and mobilization ministry projects. As followers
of Jesus Christ, let us be first in line to provide love and hope through the gospel. Our service

to others points them to Christ and His sacrifice.



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NOTES FROM NITA...


PSALM: 68:3 (NIV) But may the righteous be glad and rejoice before

God; may they be happy and joyful.

JOY SENIORS
As we meet for our lunches and trips, our hearts need to be ready to enjoy all
that God has given us. God wants us to be happy and willing to serve Him all the days of our

lives. We are so fortunate that our church and its staff support us and provide us with

transportation, a budget to use and a lovely place to meet.

We receive donations of money and supplies from our seniors, church and friends who know

about us. We now have boxes and boxes of tablecloths, candle holders, plates, napkins and so
much more. Most of this was donations and was given to us so that we could enjoy ourselves.
WOW! What generosity is shown to us! Let’s eagerly take advantage of these gifts. COME

AND REJOICE.

10 a.m., Thursday, September 22: TICKETS (21) have been purchased for a trip to the Temple
Theatre in Sanford. The play is a musical, “Bee Hive” featuring the music of the 60’s. Sign up
early to secure a seat.


The cost is $27.00 which should be paid to Nita Parnell ASAP. Deadline: Wednesday,
September 7.


After lunch at S & T Drug Store in Pittsboro, we can visit the gift shop in Sanford followed by
the play at 2 p.m.

August 8 JOY trip to Blake’s Restaurant & Johnson’s Peaches






















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Youth Pastor Maddi Smith









FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF MEBANE YOUTH MINISTRY


We have had an amazing summer. With camp and West Virginia coming to a close our students

have spent the summer learning and sharing God’s Word. We recently fed the Eastern
Alamance Football Team as well as had the blessing of the helmets with the team. We had our
back to School pool party and the back to school bash and talent show and blessing of the
backpacks. I will include pictures next month. Pray for our students as they begin the school
year.

Youth Group News
Starting Wednesday, September 14th at 6:30 pm our Youth along with the GA’s, RA’s, and

Mission Friends will be meeting again. Our Wednesday night meals will start back as well
starting at 5:45 pm followed by Prayer Meeting at 6:30 pm in the fellowship hall.
Our Youth Group will also start meeting again on Sunday, September 18th from 4:00 pm - 6:00
pm. We will dig into God's Word and apply it to our lives each week. It's always fun, fresh and

relevant.
† Pastor Maddi
Youth & Children’s Pastor


Volunteers Feeding the Eastern
Alamance Football Team




















August 14, 2022 Blessing of the Helmets
Eastern Alamance High School
Football Team 4
Eastern Alamance Football Team

Kayleigh Petty
JOY SENIORS Children’s Ministry Director www.imb.org.

September 2022

























































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Sunday
11:00 am
Sunday
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August was a great month for our team! We had our final worship night in our summer concert

series and it was a blast! We love getting to worship Jesus with our community and church
family.
† Loren Sessoms
Media Coordinator & Worship Director







Hello church family!
September brings the end of Summer along with cooler temps, kids in

school & the changing color on the leaves, it's one of my favorite times
of the year! The choir will be starting to work on Christmas music and
still prepare for Appreciation Sunday on October 16th. We will still have

piano & organ duets on the second Sundays of the month. Looking
forward to worshipping with you at the Traditional Service!


† Chris Conley, Traditional Music Director















Starting at 5:45 pm September 14th


Sept. 14 - Beef Tacos with fixings, Tortilla Chips, Dessert
Sept. 21 - Hotdogs, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Chips, Dessert
Sept. 28 - Fried Chicken, Green Beans, Hash Brown Casserole, Rolls, Dessert



Please Sign-up Each Week or contact the church office by Monday

Bible Study, Youth, and Children’s activities following @ 6:30pm

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Sun Mon Tue Wed



Sunday Morning Activities Wednesday Evening Activities



8:30 am Traditional Worship 5:45 pm Wednesday Night Meal
6:30 pm Prayer Meeting,
9:45 am Sunday School / Connect Groups Mission Friends, GA’s, RA’s & Youth-
11:00 am Contemporary Worship &
6:30 -7:30 pm
Children’s Church / Kid’s Church Adult Choir -7:30 pm

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Church Office & Manna Market bins set
SonShine Ministries out for collections 9 am Game Day 2:00 pm

Closed for Labor Day to 12 pm
No Evening Activities 1:00 pm Reflections

7:00 pm Properties

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Combined 11 am 6:30 pm Sharon Manna Market bins set Game Day – 2:00 pm
Service Knight Group in the out for collections 9 am All Activities are Back -
Capital Campaign Kick- Fellowship Hall to 12 pm Refer to Wednesday Night
off & Covered Dish Activities

Lunch
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3:00 pm - Coordinating Manna Market Game Day – 2:00 pm
Council Mtg. Distribution 4 to 5:30 11:30 am JOY Luncheon

4:00 - 6:00 pm - Youth pm Refer to Wed. Night
Meeting Activities


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3:00 pm – Deacon’s Manna Market bins set Game Day – 2:00 pm
Meeting
out for collections 9 am Refer to Wednesday Night
4:00 - 6:00 pm - Youth to 12 pm

Meeting Activities



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Thu Fri Sat



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Bridge Builders 10 am Men’s Breakfast 8:00 am
Manna Market bins set out for Everyone is
collections 4 pm–6 pm Welcome


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Manna Market bins set out for
collections 4 pm–6 pm





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A Time to Connect with
Manna Market bins set out for God Creative Arts
collections 4 pm–6 pm
Workshop
9 am – 12 pm



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Departing at 10 am A.L.L. Hearts
JOY Trip to the Temple Theater Women’s Conference

8 am – 2 pm
Manna Market bins set out for
collections 4 pm–6 pm




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Manna Market bins set out for 10:00 am Ladies Friendship Group
collections 4 pm–6 pm







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NEWS



The next Manna Market is
Tuesday, September 20, 2022


This past month we had the best attendance for Manna Market we’ve had all Summer, three
new Clients signed up which is always good.

Contributions have met our needs but we’re not stock piling supplies as we have in the past. As

you know we are dependent on contributions so please give as you can.

Manna Market Needs:

Corn Bread Mix, Mac n Cheese, Spaghetti Noodles, Grits, Canned Ravioli / Spaghetti, etc.,
Canned Fruit, Canned Tuna, Canned Chicken, Beef Stew, Pancake Syrup, Pork n' Beans,

Kidney Beans, Cereal, Ramen Noodles, Saltine Crackers, Mixed Vegetables, Canned Potatoes,
Pop Tarts, Instant Potatoes.

As always thank you to our faithful volunteers keep us going. God Bless you all.

~ Gerald Dickerson



Year to Date Designed Giving through July 2022

Annie Armstrong 1,382.00 Baptist Children's Home 25.00


Baptist Hospital 272.00 Deacons Benevolence 25.00


Inasmuch 2,595.00 Heck Jones Mission 200.00

Lottie Moon 100.00 Manna Market Gifts 640.00


VBS Gift 175.00 WV VBS-SS 500.00

ABSS Missions 50.00 Karen Zimmerman Mission 675.00


Durk Lynch Mission 50.00 Siloam Missionary Home 50.00




Our Response in Giving through August 21, 2022

Total YTD Giving: $ 320,897.00
Budgeted Income YTD: $ 357,578.00

Weekly Needs: $ 10,517.00


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OPERATION INASMUCH


Saturday - October 1st.

Our mission statement at First Baptist Church of Mebane is to
“Love God, Love People, and Share Our Faith in Jesus Christ
Together”.


Matthew 25:40 is at the heart of Operation Inasmuch. “Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of
the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.” Compassion is at work as we share the
love of Christ in our community.

Where would you like to serve on October 1st? Sign-up forms with descriptions of projects to
be done will be available in early September.


Blessings,
David Faircloth

[email protected]
919-605-4437












Between August 1 & Sept. 30, FBCM will be accepting names of

eligible members to be considered for the nomination to serve as
deacons for a 3-year rotation beginning January 2023.

Current deacons as well as those deacons who end their 3-year rotation

at the end of 2021 are INELIGIBLE to be nominated.

Those INELIGIBLE due to currently serving as deacon are Craig Curasi, Gerald Dickerson,

Brice Moore, Brice Sessoms, John Wiltshire, Herman Bullins, Woody Isaac, Andy Madden, Joe
Novara, Louis Sullivan, Rob Countiss, Karen Fladeland, Mike Garrison, Christy McCawley,
James Rice, Danny Way.









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Nights @ 6:30 pm



















5:45 pm Wednesday Night Meals





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Prayer Meeting





All starting @ 6:30 pm





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Build Your Church Fundraising Campaign


After years of prayer, research, hard work and faithful giving from our congregation, we at First
Baptist Church of Mebane are ready to start building our new church campus! We have 22
acres at the corner of Gibson and 3rd Street and plan to build a Worship Center (Sanctuary), a
Family Life Center and a Childcare center. Our church has decided to start with the Childcare

facility first.

Why start with the children? Because it is an urgent need in our community. The town of
Mebane is, and has, grown rapidly and the waitlist is long for full-day childcare. Families are

waiting months for a spot to open, which creates strain in all areas of life. We want to be the
resource that eases the burden and not only provides a safe and educational place for children -
we want to teach them about the Lord! Our plan is to build a 300 child facility, which will have
a significant and lasting positive impact in Mebane and the surrounding communities.


One of the conditions of our construction loan is to have a 3 year long fundraiser during which
we raise $500,000. This is the final seed money needed to ensure we have the cash on hand to
make interest payments on the loan during construction, furnishing and training. Our goal is to

break ground as quickly as possible with the new childcare facility open for business in the fall
of 2023.

We’ll be having a special presentation during a combined worship service on Sunday,
September 11th at 11am. Following this special service we’ll have a Family Reunion style

covered dish lunch in the Fellowship Hall with outdoor games following. We hope that people
of all ages will laugh with us as we run three-legged races, jump our way through a sack
race/pillowcase races, have a corn hole tournament and play a few more old games we all
remember.


This service also launches our Build Your Church Fundraising campaign. Please consider how
you can support the next chapter in our church’s life. We can all pray - pray that we are

following God’s will, for good construction weather and a safe job site. But many of us can do
more than pray. We can pray and share our financial resources. Some may prefer to give
monthly, some may prefer to give a larger, one-time gift. Some may partner with their family or

friends to give a higher impact gift.



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Ways to give: if writing a check or giving online, please mark your gift as “Building Fund,” or

drop an envelope marked Building Fund in the offering boxes in the sanctuary, give the gift of a
piece of property or an item the church can sell (ex:vehicle, fine art, collector’s items), transfer
stock to the church. Donors can choose to be either recognized or anonymous.

For any questions, please reach out to the Build Your Church team leaders: Katherine Conley
at 919-699-7313 and Louis Sullivan at 443-955-8364



Build Your Church Fundraising Campaign

Donation Tiers

Up to $250 - The Widow’s Mite, Mark 12: 41-44, Every Penny is Precious! If this amount is

given over 3 years we’ll recognize donors with a plate on the donor wall, and if the person is a
child or teenager, we’ll note their age during the final year.

$251 to $500 - The Cheerful Giver, 2nd Corinthians 9:7, God loves a cheerful giver - no matter
the form it takes, your heart should be in it. If this amount is given over 3 years we’ll recognize

donors with a plate on the donor wall.

$501 to $1000 - Seeking the Promised Land, Exodus 33:1, “Leave this place and go to the land
I have promised…I will give it to your descendants.” If this amount is given over 3 years we’ll

recognize donors with a plate on the donor wall.

$1001 to $2500 - Walking on Water, Matthew 14:22-33, have the courage to step out on
faith. If this amount is given over 3 years we’ll recognize donors with a plate on the donor

wall.

$2501 to $5000 - The Sisterhood of Mary and Martha, Luke 10:38-42. We celebrate both
lifelong learners and worker bees! If this amount is given over 3 years we’ll recognize donors

with either something for the kitchen or the library.

$5001 to $10,000 - Fishers of Men, Matthew 4:18-20. “Come, follow me.” If this amount is
given over 3 years we’ll recognize donors with playground or outdoors equipment.

$10,000 to $25,000 - The Good Samaritan, Luke 10:29-37, he gave and checked back in to see

if there was still further need. If this amount is given over 3 years we’ll recognize donors by
planting a tree with a recognition plate.

$25,000 or more - The Loaves and the Fishes, Matthew 14:13-21. A few people gave enough
that everyone’s needs were met. If this amount is given over 3 years we’ll create a park bench

in the donor’s honor.




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A creative arts workshop led by Julie Novara and local art therapist Pat Holsclaw.
The world is a noisy place, and it's easy to get caught up in the distractions around us. Together,
let's take a morning away to reconnect... with God. In a creative way. and to experience a bit of

quiet away from the noise. Rediscover solitude in this half-day creative arts workshop…
When: September 17, 2022, 9am- 12pm; Where: FBC-Mebane Fellowship Hall
For more information and to register for this FREE event, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-

time-to-connect-with-god-in-a-creative-way-tickets-386159592737




Come join us for a motivating and blessed all day event!

“A woman may plan her own journey, but the Lord directs her steps.”

~Proverbs 16:9
























Purpose: To bring together women of all ages through God's presence. Hear heartfelt

testimonies on how to open your HEART to identify your individual God given gifts.

Theme: Kristyn Koegel's upcoming book, "Two Roads One H.E.A.R.T." - A Spirit Led
Journey to Unlock Your Heart’s True Potential and Discover Your Unique Purpose.


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ON GOING PRAYER RQUESTS: Tim Bradley, Dennis & Marilyn Carter, Martha Collins,

Rusty & Sandra Crawford, Angela Hall, Tim Herbin, Wilson Jolly, Coy Kirby, Hilda Lowery,
Virginia McGee, Alvis Oakley, Colten Robertson, Lottie Robertson, Ruby Sackett, Dea Sewall,

Ward & Paula Setzer, Marie Terrell, Brayden Warren, Archie Sr. & Margaret Wilborn, Charlie
Wilkerson

HOMEBOUND: Lannie Faulk

GROUP HOMES
Compass Health - Ethel Terrell - E4
Heritage Healthcare - Barry Oakley, Alvis Oakley’s son

Mebane Ridge Assisted Living - Jerri Moore - Brice Moore’s mother; Betty Tripp – B3

White Oak Manor - Margaret Ann Corbett – room 115B

MISSIONARIES: Thad Harris (Bo & Vivian Harris’ son); Matt & Jessica Hoffman (Velma
Kelly’s granddaughter); Karen Zimmerman


OUR CHURCH FAMILY IN THE MILITARY: Carter Terrell, Cole Terrell, Austin Terrell,
Josh Schultz, Patrick Langley, Dalton Booth, Trevor Stephenson





Angelina Vega John & Cathy Garrison (Kim Williams’ Request)
Adam Crabtree (Andy Madden prayer request)
Amber Sykes (Lottie Robertson’s granddaughter) Joyce Dickens (David Dickens’ mother)
Anita Baker (Betty Garret’s daughter) Keith Hill (Melanie West’s Cousin)
Leroy Mitchell (Nanina Ferguson’s father)
April Kelly (Kandi Stec’s sister) Leon Summers (Bob Summer’s father)
Betty Ford (Micki Madden’s mother) Linda Hampton (Misty Fleming’s mother)
Blanche Woods (Cathy Stephenson’s mother) Linda Eichmann (Sean Eichmann’s mother)
Brenda James (Ritchie James’ mother) Lisa (Barbara Pruitt’s daughter)
Casey Knight Lisa Emory (Stephany Socha’s other)

Charlotte Walker (Dianne Sellers’Sister-in-law) Louis & Mildred Stielper (Renea Marine’s parents)
Coy & Kay Mabe (Margaret Robertson’s cousins) Lynn McKnight (Scarlett Parnell’s mother)
Darlene Hess Marshall & Nancy Martin (Penny Owens Parents)
Dennis Blasingame (Pam Dixon’s father) Mike & Becky Kalkas
Dianna Taylor (Judy Perry’s daughter) Paul West (Anita Wilson’s father)
Edna Phillips (Edith Martin’s sister) Ricky Sox

Eric Bunker (Martha Collins’ Nephew) Ricky & Donna Carver (Andy Madden request)
Frances Roselle (Andrea Greenway’s mother)
Ruth McCann (Jimmy McCann’s mother)
Frances Wright (Rebecca Boggs’ grandmother) Sheldon Allen (Lynn Burnette’s mother)
Gene & Pat Oliver (Amelia Isaac’s grandparents) Skip Lee ( Judy Perry’s cousin)
George Gray Sue Riley (Trent Riley’s mother)
Harold Greene (Carolyn Greene’s son) Tanya McManus (Wendy Couch prayer request)
Jake Greene (Chris Wiltshire’s prayer request) Terri North (Hazel Lee’s daughter)
Jeff Brown (Pam Dixon’s brother) Tim Kayson (Aaron Hover’s friend)
Justin Dixon (Vanessa Moore’s nephew) Tom McCarthy (Joe Novara prayer request)

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September Volunteers














Kid’s Church 11:00 am 3rd - 5th Grades
Nursery Watch Caller
Sept. 4 – Cathy Stephenson Sept. 4 – Melissa Howard & Diane Ramos
Sept. 11 – Renea Marine Sept. 11 – Mike West & Lisa Smothers
Sept. 18 – Vanessa Moore Sept. 18 – Rhonda & Jimmy McCann

Sept. 25 – Melanie West Sept. 25 – Julie & Adam McCauley


Nursery Workers – 11:00 am
Offertory Prayer
Sept. 4 – Alan & Cathy Stephenson
Sept. 11 – Jonathan & Ashlee Blackard Sept. 4 – 8:30 am - Rob Countiss
Sept. 18 – Tiffany Jones & Daughters 11:00 am - Christy McCawley
Sept. 25 – Mike & Melanie West

Sept. 11 – 8:30 am - Gerald Dickerson
11:00 am - John Wiltshire

Children’s Worship” 11:00 am Service Sept. 18 – 8:30 am - Brice Moore

Sept. 4 – Nicole Hazelett & Kara Killingsworth 11:00 am - Joe Novara
Sept. 11 – Kirby Sullivan & Katie McCann
Sept. 25 – 8:30 am - Herman Bullins
Sept. 18 – Tracy & Macy James 11:00 am - Jimmy McCann
Sept. 25 – Scott & Vanessa Brady




Kid’s Worship 11:00 am 1st - 2nd Grades
Sept. 4 – Amy Herbin & Youth
Sept. 11 – Martha Dellinger, Britney Killingsworth

Sept. 18 – Kayleigh Petty & Youth
Sept. 25 – Andy & Micki Madden




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September





1 Henson, Eric 9 Rice, James 18 Sullivan, Cole

1 Neese, Betty Jean 10 Moran, Billie 19 Bullins, Debbie

1 Rowley, Helen 11 Carter, Dennis 19 Williams, Kim
2 Ring, Kadence 11 Eggleston, Barry 20 Walters, Jill
3 Bass, Cathy 11 Parker, Roger 21 Bryner, Ryleigh

3 Pruitt, Barbara 12 Howard, Melissa 22 Brady, Ruth
4 Jolly, Larry 12 Petty, Madyson 22 Austin, Kyle
4 Jones, Opal 13 Turner, Wyatt 22 Aylesworth, Barbara
4 Robertson, Ray 14 Wall, Robert 22 Jones, Tiffany
5 Henly, Addison 14 Warren, Sheron 23 Carter, Jessica
6 Dickerson, Bobbie 15 Garrett, Betty 23 Fleming, Misty
7 Henson, Kyle 15 Garrett, Preston 24 Carter, Marilyn
7 Socha, Stephany 16 Henly, William 24 Hudson, Jane

8 Eley, Gayle 16 Griffin, Becca 25 Ferguson, Autura
8 Isaac, Scott 17 Baker, Anita 26 Wheatley, Hailey
8 Whitescarver, Claire 17 Curasi, Beth 28 Petty, Josh
9 Davis, Jody 17 Hawk, Sandy 29 Eley, Raymond
9 Manning, Reid 18 Robertson, Colten

Staff Birthdays
Sept. 15 – Chris Conley

Sept. 27 – Maddi Smith



Wedding Anniversaries



Sept. 3 rd - Taylor & Samantha Ashby - 11 Yrs.
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Sept. 5 - Gerald & Bobbie Dickerson - 51 Yrs.


Sept. 5 - Ward & Paula Setzer - 67 Yrs.
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Sept. 6 - Gary & Elizabeth McKinney - 53 Yrs.
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Sept. 7 - Jimmy & Rhonda McCann - 38 Yrs.

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Sept. 16 - Gary & Sharon Weaver - 59 Yrs.
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Sept. 16 - Mike & Melanie West - 27 Yrs.

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Sept. 16 - Joe & Melody Wrenn - 27 Yrs.
Sept. 20 - Jim & Sherry Herry - 26 Yrs.
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Sept. 28 - Bob & Andrea Summers - 36 Yrs.

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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH of Mebane

301 South Third Street

Mebane, NC 27302




Phone 919-563-3176

Fax 919-304-6988 Sammy Ballard
FBCMebane.com Senior Pastor


[email protected]


Madison Smith
Youth & Children’s Pastor
[email protected]


Kayleigh Petty
Children’s Ministry Director
[email protected]


Chris Conley

Traditional Music Director
[email protected]



Libby Isaac
Director; Preschool & After School
919-563-3444
[email protected]


Loren Sessoms
Media Coordinator
Worship Director
[email protected]


Joe Carter
Production Director
[email protected]



Jon Ferguson
Band Director
[email protected]


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