BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//First Baptist Jackson - ECPv6.2.9//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for First Baptist Jackson REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T203000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20200112T112958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T135514Z UID:28194-1776796200-1776803400@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Behind the Fine DESCRIPTION:April 216:30-8:30 p.m.Jackson \nThis is a great opportunity for FBJ Women to hear testimonies from other women in our church while enjoying coffee and dessert (please bring a dessert to share). Jennifer Lowe and a mystery guest will be sharing their stories at our next gathering (address will be sent to you when you register). \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/behind-fine/ LOCATION:MS CATEGORIES:Adults,Churchwide Active,Family,Featured Events,Women ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Behind-the-Fine-Title-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20260310T193230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T193235Z UID:273983-1776599100-1776603600@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Women's Spring Lunch with Gretchen Saffles DESCRIPTION:If you’re a woman who struggles to put God’s Word before the distractions of the world\, we invite you to the Word Before World Women’s Spring Luncheon! \nJoin us for a soul-refreshing time of fellowship\, encouragement\, and inspiration. Our featured speaker\, Gretchen Saffles (author of Word Before World: 100 Devotions to Put Jesus First and founder of the global online women’s ministry Well-Watered Woman)\, will challenge us to make her powerful three-word statement—Word Before World—your morning manifesto\, your afternoon anthem\, and your evening comfort. Come expectant for God to meet you in His Word and renew your heart! \nCost: $20 \n \n Register URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/womens-spring-lunch-with-gretchen-saffles/ LOCATION:FBJ Fellowship Hall East\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201 CATEGORIES:Women ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/spring-luncheon-slide.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20220128T151904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T202941Z UID:34348-1776016800-1776020400@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Sounds | Orchestra Scholarship Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Join us for a night of favorite movie themes at this concert benefitting the Orchestra Scholarship Program. Through the worship ministry\, we provide scholarships to more than 10 students each semester\, allowing us to invest in them personally\, spiritually\, and academically. Stop by the table in the second-floor atrium today to learn more about supporting our scholarship students. \n \nSupport the Orchestra Scholarship FundIf you would like to make a gift to the Orchestra Scholarship Fund\, please choose your preferred method of giving at the link below and include a note of “Orchestra Scholarship Fund” on checks and online giving. \n \n Give URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/sounds/ LOCATION:FBJ Fellowship Hall East\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201 CATEGORIES:Adults,Churchwide Active,Featured Events,Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Sounds-Title-1920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20210131T111306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T205658Z UID:31614-1775559600-1775566800@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:WMU First Tuesday DESCRIPTION: April 711:00 am-1:00 pmFellowship Hall West \nWomen\, join us to learn more about how God is working in our community and around the world. \nThis month we will hear from Dr. Michael Lee\, Executive Pastor\, Ministry and Missions at FBJ. The mission focus will be Buried Treasures Home. \nLunch available for $10.Pulled Pork\, Potato Salad\, Baked Beans\, Rolls\, Lemon Cake URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/firsttuesday/ LOCATION:FBJ Fellowship Hall West\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201\, United States CATEGORIES:WMU,Women ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/First-Tuesday-Title-1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="FBJ Women":MAILTO:ctownsend@fbcj.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20230302T224525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T180025Z UID:249941-1775289600-1775296800@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Run for the Son DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 48:00 a.m. \nLace up your running shoes and start preparing for Run for the Son! The event will feature a 5K Run\, 5K Walk\, and Joy Run for kids\, all on a new race course this year. \nThe 5K Run and 5K Walk will begin at 8:00 a.m. with the Joy Run beginning at 8:30 a.m. This year\, the race will start on President Street between the sanctuary and the Capitol. The Joy Run will run around the Capitol building. Activities will be available for the kids on the Capitol grounds with inflatables\, followed by an Easter Egg Hunt after the races are completed. \nThis year\, we will be honoring Dr. Lee Cope. He and his family have such a passion for reaching the world with the Gospel\, and this year’s proceeds from the event will go to the Go Fund at First Baptist Jackson\, helping support FBJ members in short-term mission trips locally and abroad to spread the Good News. \nCost for the 5K Run or Walk is $25 with the Joy Run being $10. \nFor any questions\, contact us at clc@fbcj.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/rfs/ LOCATION:MS CATEGORIES:Adults,Christian Life Center,Churchwide Active,Fitness,Recreation,Sports ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Run-for-the-Son-Title-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20251031T162534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T201440Z UID:273079-1772449200-1772452800@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Thrivers Cancer Survivor Group DESCRIPTION:Thrivers meets the first Monday of each month and is for cancer survivors to explore living a cancer-free life\, including spiritual and mental health\, nutrition\, and exercise. \nLearn more: 601.949.1949. URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/thrivers-cancer-survivor-group/ LOCATION:CLC Conference Room\, First Baptist Jackson\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201 CATEGORIES:Adults,Counseling,Support Groups ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Thrivers-Title-18920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T134500 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20251031T101932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T151346Z UID:273071-1770552000-1770558300@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Discover FBJ New Member Lunch DESCRIPTION:February 8NoonCLC Dining Room \nThis lunch is great for new and prospective members that would like to know more about getting connected at First Baptist Jackson. We will walk through everything from our history to giving you the opportunity to meet some of our staff. This is a great time to get to learn more about our church family and how we can partner together in growing closer to Christ while making a difference right here in Metro-Jackson. \nThe lunch is free\, but registration is required to help us plan. \n \n \n Register URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/discover/ LOCATION:FBJ Fellowship Hall West\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Connections ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Discover-FBJ-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20220107T191253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T194800Z UID:34246-1769946300-1769952600@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Destinations Luncheon: New Date DESCRIPTION:New Date: February 1If you registered for the original date\, please register again for this new date. \nLearn about planned mission trips for 2026 and how you can be a part at this luncheon. The lunch is free\, but registration is required. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/destinations/ LOCATION:MS CATEGORIES:Adults,Churchwide Active,College,Family,Featured Events,Missions,WMU ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Destinations-Lunch-Title-2026-1920x1080-W-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20211219T143844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T172146Z UID:33946-1769731200-1769903999@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Abide Women's Conference DESCRIPTION:ABIDE WOMEN’S CONFERENCE\n \n \n \n \n \n January 30-31\, 2026New Orleans \nCost: $165$75 deposit due at registration; balance due by December 1. \nNot included in cost \n\nMeals en route\nTransportation (participants will take their own cars or ride with friends who are going)\n\n*Registration is non-refundable. \nPlease note: This registration is reserved for members of FBJ and those invited by the FBJ Women’s Ministry.  \nNational registration for others can be found at https://prepareher.com/abide/ \n  \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/abide/ LOCATION:New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary\, 3939 Gentilly Boulevard\, New Orleans\, LA\, 70126\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Women,Young Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Abide-Title-Slide-1920x1080-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FBJ Women":MAILTO:ctownsend@fbcj.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20211215T231231Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T161535Z UID:33935-1767178800-1767186000@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:SoupFest DESCRIPTION:Senior Adults\, come in from the cool weather and enjoy some hot soup at the annual end-of-year SoupFest. No reservations needed! URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/soupfest/ LOCATION:MS CATEGORIES:Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Soupfest-2022-Title-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251224T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251224T180000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20211214T153905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T193200Z UID:34141-1766595600-1766599200@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE DESCRIPTION:CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE\n \n \n \n \n \n 5:00 pm • Sanctuary \nJoin us in celebrating our Savior’s birth through carols\, scripture\, the conclusion of Pastor Chip’s Christmas series\, The Other Joseph. Note: Childcare will not be available for this service. URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/christmaseve/ LOCATION:FBJ Sanctuary\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201 CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Christian Life Center,Christmas,Churchwide Active,College,Family,Featured Events,Music,Preschool,Students ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Christmas-Eve-2025-Title-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20211108T192758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T210201Z UID:33723-1764892800-1765151999@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Lottie Moon World Mission Weekend DESCRIPTION:The Lottie Moon World Mission Weekend is a time of celebrating God’s work around the world\, spending time and praying for mission guests\, and learning how we can support and be a part of mission work throughout the year. \nLottie Moon World Mission Weekend Schedule\nFriday\, December 56:30 p.m.Prayer and Share Time with Mission Guests in FBJ Homes and at First Baptist Jackson (registration opens soon). \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Prayer & Share Time with Mission Guests\n  \nFriday\, December 56:30 p.m.FBJ Host HomesMeet and pray with our mission guests as they share about the work they are doing. \nTo assist us in planning\, please register each person attending. \nGathering 1 \nMission Guests: Robert & Beverly Brookwood\, Chad and Alysia McCord – Africa and Southeast AsiaLocation: First Baptist Jackson CLC 316Hosts: Stampley Women on Mission and FBJ Friend-to-Friend International Ministry \nGathering 2 \nMission Guests: Kaye Miller – ThailandLocation: Pearl\, MSHosts: Young and The Orchard Women on Mission Groups \nGathering 3 \nMission Guest: M.S. – Central Asia and Middle EastLocation: Byram\, MSHost: Charlotte Causey Women on Mission \nGathering 4 \nMission Guests: Grayson and Karen Orman  – ThailandLocation: Jackson\, MSHost: Nan Sugg Women on Mission \nGathering 5 \nMission Guests: David & Regina White\, Philip Vandercook – Guatemala and International SeafarersLocation: Ridgeland\, MSHost: Gloria Thurman Women on Mission Group \nGathering 6 \nMission Guests: Robert & Beverly Brookwood\, Chad & Alysia McCord\, Elim – Africa and Southeast AsiaLocation: FBJ CLC Dining RoomHost: Emmaus Road Sunday School Class \n \nGathering 7 \nMission Guests: Drew & Morgan Williams\, Matt & Shea Williams – Japan and Southeast AsiaLocation: Flowood\, MSHost: Mary Margaret Adair Women on Mission \nGathering 8 \nMission Guests: Tammy – Southeast Asia and Middle EastLocation: Raymond\, MSHost: Tuminello Women on Mission \nGathering 9 \nMission Guests: Levi – South AsiaLocation: Ridgeland\, MSHost: The Cody Bailey Sunday School Class \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n World Mission Weekend Celebration Lunch\n \nSunday\, December 7Following 10:30 a.m. Worship ServiceFellowship Hall EastThe FBJ WMU invites the church family to this lunch as we conclude the Lottie Moon World Mission Weekend. The lunch is free\, but registration is needed to help us with planning. \nYou can sit with your Sunday School class at the luncheon. \n\n \n Register URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/wmw/ LOCATION:MS CATEGORIES:Adults,Christmas,Community Outreach,Missions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/World-Mission-Weekend-2025-Title-Slide-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T081500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251123T113000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20201112T170247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T104854Z UID:30899-1763885700-1763897400@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Lord's Supper DESCRIPTION:November 238:15 a.m. & 10:30 am Worship \nWe will have a special time together as we observe the Lord’s Supper. We know it will be a powerful time together as the FBJ family gives thanks and remembers the sacrifice of Christ at the cross. URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/lordssupper/ LOCATION:MS CATEGORIES:Adults,Churchwide Active ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Lords-Supper-2022-Title-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251114T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20211017T133611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T163906Z UID:33701-1763107200-1763582400@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Operation Christmas Child Pack a Shoebox DESCRIPTION:Return boxes by November 19 \nShare the true meaning of Christmas with children around the world this year through a shoebox filled with fun toys\, school supplies\, and personal care items. Boxes are available in the second-floor atrium. Pick one up on Sunday along with instructions and return your packed box by November 19 to the tables in the first-floor atrium. URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/occ/ LOCATION:MS CATEGORIES:Adults,Churchwide Active,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Operation-Christmas-Child-1920x1080-Slide-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251029T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20211006T160910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T192125Z UID:33610-1761759000-1761764400@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Fall Fest DESCRIPTION:New Date: October 29New Place: CLC GymNew Time: 5:30-7:00 p.m. \nJoin us in the CLC Gym for Trunk or Treat and fun! Supper will also be available in the gym (no Midweek Supper in the Kitchen). Choir and Orchestra rehearsals will take place\, but all other adult classes will not meet. \nCostumes for kids are welcome\, but nothing scary\, please! \n  URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/fall/ LOCATION:CLC Gym CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Christian Life Center,Churchwide Active,College,Family,Featured Events,Fitness,Men,Music,Preschool,Recreation,Sports,Students,Women,Young Adults END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251024 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251027 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20210921T143703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250727T093848Z UID:33536-1761264000-1761523199@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Camp What-A-Family DESCRIPTION:October 24–25Lake Forest Ranch \nCost:Birth–2 years old: $03-9 years old: $7010+: $90 \nJoin First Baptist Jackson for the ultimate family camp experience. Build connections with other FBJ families through outdoor activities such as ziplining\, swimming\, fishing\, inner tubing\, rock wall climbing\, watching football\, and more. Experience daily worship with your FBJ family. Price includes private cabin for your family\, all meals\, t-shirt\, and activities. \n \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/cwf/ LOCATION:Lake Forest Ranch CATEGORIES:Adults,Churchwide Active,Family,Men,Women,Young Adults END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20200827T204426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T214916Z UID:29915-1760094000-1760101200@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:WMU Celebration DESCRIPTION:October 1011:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.Fellowship Hall East \n  \nGod’s Stories plus dynamic worship songs for all women. \nWomen\, make plans to join us as we celebrate what God is doing here at home and around the world. \nFeaturing Christi Haag\, renowned speaker and spokeswoman for One More Child and Teresa Harmening\, worship leader and author of Learning to Kiss the Wave. \n \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/celebration/ LOCATION:MS CATEGORIES:Adults,Women END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250903T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T033431 CREATED:20250828T133341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T125042Z UID:272656-1756893600-1756900800@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Grace Bible Study DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays\, Beginning September 310:00 a.m. – NoonCLC Dining Room \nThis fall Grace Bible Study will use When We Pray\, a study of six prayers in the Bible. Women are invited to join as we grow our faith through God’s Word and enjoy fellowship with other women. Grace Bible Study welcomes women of all ages. \n  URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/grace/ LOCATION:CLC Dining Room\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201\, United States CATEGORIES:Adults,Women ORGANIZER;CN="FBJ Women":MAILTO:ctownsend@fbcj.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR