BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//First Baptist Jackson - ECPv6.2.9//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:First Baptist Jackson 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 TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD 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:20260428T121500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260428T121500 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20250611T144656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T153003Z UID:272184-1777378500-1777378500@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Tuesday Men's Bible Study DESCRIPTION:Lunch available beginning at 11:00 amTeaching begins at 12:15 pmFellowship Hall East \nInvite your friends and colleagues to Tuesday Men’s Bible Study. Dr. Billy Stewart is leading a study on the Gospel According to Mark. Teaching is from 12:15 to 12:45\, so easily fits in a lunch hour. If you have more time to visit\, the lunch lines open at 11:00. URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/tmbs/ LOCATION:FBJ Fellowship Hall East\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Tuesday-Mens-Bible-Study-Title-1920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T164500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260422T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20250929T202052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T153817Z UID:272934-1776876300-1776888000@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Midweek DESCRIPTION: URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/midweek/ CATEGORIES:Adult Education,Adults,Children,Churchwide Active,Family,Men,Midweek,Missions,Preschool,Students,Women,Worship,Young Adults ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Midweek-Title.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260421T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 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/ 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:20260430T170106 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;VALUE=DATE:20260419 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20260405T160944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T222653Z UID:274125-1776556800-1777247999@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Community Prayer Week DESCRIPTION:As we seek to bring joy to Jackson and beyond\, we want to serve the greater Jackson area by covering each community in prayer through intentional prayer walking. We invite you to take an active part in this prayer effort\, asking God to touch lives with the Good News at every level. Each community in the greater Jackson area can be praying over six different areas of their neighborhood. The prompts are Spiritual presence\, economic centers\, government and municipal services\, social and recreational activities\, educational institutions\, and your neighborhood. Join us as we pray for and over our city. \nUse the digital guides below\, or pick up a copy for your community in the second-floor atrium on Sunday\, April 19. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Community Prayer Week Prayer Guides \n \n \n \n \n \n Brandon\n Educational InstitutionsBrandon Highschool\, 3090 MS-18\, Brandon 39042Brandon Elementary School\, 125 Overby Street\, Brandon 39042 \n\nPray for students to grow in wisdom\, character\, and purpose.\nPray for teachers and staff to be encouraged\, protected\, and effective in their calling.\nPray for the Gospel to be shared with students and faculty through the testimony and actions of believing staff and students.\nPray that the hearts of students at all grade levels will be opened to the work of the Holy Spirit and that lives and families will be impacted by the Gospel.\nPray that the influence of the culture and the Enemy be limited or removed from among the students and faculty of the Brandon School System.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nSocial/RecreationalShiloh Park\, Shiloh Park Circle\, Brandon 39042 \n\nPray that this space\, and all of the similar spaces in Brandon\, would be used to promote healthy relationships\, peace\, and community connection.\nPray for safety\, joy\, and opportunities for families to build meaning-ful bonds with each other and with other families in the community.\nPray that\, as individuals and families use these spaces\, they will see the hand and blessing of the Lord in His creation.\nPray that churches and believers will use these spaces creatively to build bridges for the Gospel to those who are broken and far from God.\nPray that those who use these spaces be protected from harm as they enjoy the creation that the Lord has given us.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nGovernment/Municipal ServicesBrandon City Hall\, 1000 Municipal Drive\, Brandon 39042 \n\nPray for city leaders to govern with justice\, discernment\, and compassion\, and that they be guided by the Lord in their decisions and choices.\nPray for the protection and encouragement of the city’s first\nresponders (Police\, Fire\, Medical\, Utilities\, etc.) as they fulfill their duties and care for the community.\nPray for public servants to seek the well-being of all residents and remain accountable and transparent.\nPray for the believers who work within the government to be faithful in sharing their faith and being salt and light in the departments where they work.\nPray that the Gospel would impact the lives of individuals at all levels of city government.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nSpiritual PresenceFirst Baptist Church of Brandon\, 309 S. College Street\, Brandon 39042 \n\nPray for this church and all of the other churches in Brandon to boldly share the Good News of Jesus throughout the community.\nPray for God to protect the unity and fellowship of each church from the attacks of the enemy\, who seeks to distract or divert them from their calling.\nPray for individuals and families in Brandon who are broken and far from God that the Holy Spirit would move in their lives and draw them to the truth.\nPray for spiritual renewal in Brandon\, that hearts would be receptive to the Gospel and believers would live out their faith with humility and courage.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nEconomic CentersPremier Plaza Shopping Center\, 1301 W Government Street\, Brandon 39042 \n\nPray for individual businesses that are around you now\, by name\, asking that these owners operate with integrity\, generosity\, and wisdom. Extend this prayer to other businesses in Brandon the Lord calls to your mind.\nPray that the Lord bless Christian business and economic leaders in Brandon so that they can use their platforms and resources more effectively to meet needs and expand the Kingdom of God.\nPray for job opportunities\, financial stability\, and encouragement for those in Brandon facing economic challenges.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nYour NeighborhoodAs you move about in your neighborhood\, pray for your neighbors in the following ways. \n\nPray for the peace and spiritual condition of the families who live in the homes that you pass in your neighborhood.\nPray for families you know who may be struggling economically\, relationally\, physically\, or spiritually.\nPray for opportunities to visit and talk with your neighbors as you walk in the neighborhood or see them walking.\nPray for the Lord’s protection over your neighborhood and your neighbors.\nPray that the Lord would lead you to neighbors He has prepared to be open to the Gospel (Luke 10).\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Clinton\n Spiritual PresenceFirst Baptist Church of Clinton\, 100 College Street\, Clinton 39056 \n\nPray for this church and all of the other churches in Clinton to boldly share the Good News of Jesus throughout the community.\nPray for God to protect the unity and fellowship of each church from the attacks of the enemy\, who seeks to distract or divert them from their calling.\nPray for individuals and families in Clinton who are broken and far from God that the Holy Spirit would move in their lives and draw them to the truth.\nPray for spiritual renewal in Clinton\, that hearts would be receptive to the Gospel and believers would live out their faith with humility and courage.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nEconomic CentersMain Street Clinton\, 281 E. Leake Street\, Clinton 39056 \n\nPray for individual businesses that are around you now\, by name\, asking that these owners operate with integrity\, generosity\, and wisdom. Extend this prayer to other businesses in Clinton the Lord calls to your mind.\nPray that the Lord bless Christian business and economic leaders in Clinton so that they can use their platforms and resources more effectively to meet needs and expand the Kingdom of God.\nPray for job opportunities\, financial stability\, and encouragement for those in Clinton facing economic challenges.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nGovernment/Municipal ServicesClinton City Hall\, 300 Jefferson Street\, Clinton 39056 \n\nPray for city leaders to govern with justice\, discernment\, and compassion\, and that they be guided by the Lord in their decisions and choices.\nPray for the protection and encouragement of the city’s first\nresponders (Police\, Fire\, Medical\, Utilities\, etc.) as they fulfill their duties and care for the community.\nPray for public servants to seek the well-being of all residents and remain accountable and transparent.\nPray for the believers who work within the government to be faithful in sharing their faith and being salt and light in the departments where they work.\nPray that the Gospel would impact the lives of individuals at all levels of city government.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nSocial/RecreationalHillman-Berry Lions Club Park\, 915 Old Vicksburg Road\, Clinton 39056 \n\nPray that this space\, and all of the similar spaces in Clinton\, would be used to promote healthy relationships\, peace\, and community connection.\nPray for safety\, joy\, and opportunities for families to build meaning-ful bonds with each other and with other families in the community.\nPray that\, as individuals and families use these spaces\, they will see the hand and blessing of the Lord in His creation.\nPray that churches and believers will use these spaces creatively to build bridges for the Gospel to those who are broken and far from God.\nPray that those who use these spaces be protected from harm as they enjoy the creation that the Lord has given us.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nEducational InstitutionsClinton High School\, 401 Arrow Drive\, Clinton 39056 \n\nPray for students to grow in wisdom\, character\, and purpose.\nPray for teachers and staff to be encouraged\, protected\, and effective in their calling.\nPray for the Gospel to be shared with students and faculty through the testimony and actions of believing staff and students.\nPray that the hearts of students at all grade levels will be opened to the work of the Holy Spirit and that lives and families will be impacted by the Gospel.\nPray that the influence of the culture and the Enemy be limited or removed from among the students and faculty of the Clinton School System.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nYour NeighborhoodAs you move about in your neighborhood\, pray for your neighbors in the following ways. \n\nPray for the peace and spiritual condition of the families who live in the homes that you pass in your neighborhood.\nPray for families you know who may be struggling economically\, relationally\, physically\, or spiritually.\nPray for opportunities to visit and talk with your neighbors as you walk in the neighborhood or see them walking.\nPray for the Lord’s protection over your neighborhood and your neighbors.\nPray that the Lord would lead you to neighbors He has prepared to be open to the Gospel (Luke 10).\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Flowood\n Educational InstitutionsNorthwest Rankin High School\, 5875 MS-25\, Flowood 39232 \n\nPray for students to grow in wisdom\, character\, and purpose.\nPray for teachers and staff to be encouraged\, protected\, and effective in their calling.\nPray for the Gospel to be shared with students and faculty through the testimony and actions of believing staff and students.\nPray that the hearts of students at all grade levels will be opened to the work of the Holy Spirit and that lives and families will be impacted by the Gospel.\nPray that the influence of the culture and the Enemy be limited or removed from among the students and faculty of the Flowood School System.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nSocial/RecreationalWinners Circle Park\, 100 Winners Cir\, Flowood 39232 \n\nPray that this space\, and all of the similar spaces in Flowood\, would be used to promote healthy relationships\, peace\, and community connection.\nPray for safety\, joy\, and opportunities for families to build meaning-ful bonds with each other and with other families in the community.\nPray that\, as individuals and families use these spaces\, they will see the hand and blessing of the Lord in His creation.\nPray that churches and believers will use these spaces creatively to build bridges for the Gospel to those who are broken and far from God.\nPray that those who use these spaces be protected from harm as they enjoy the creation that the Lord has given us.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nSpiritual PresenceFlowood Baptist Church\, 1649 Old Fannin Rd\, Flowood 39232 \n\nPray for this church and all of the other churches in Flowood to boldly share the Good News of Jesus throughout the community.\nPray for God to protect the unity and fellowship of each church from the attacks of the enemy\, who seeks to distract or divert them from their calling.\nPray for individuals and families in Flowood who are broken and far from God that the Holy Spirit would move in their lives and draw them to the truth.\nPray for spiritual renewal in Flowood\, that hearts would be receptive to the Gospel and believers would live out their faith with humility and courage.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nEconomic CentersDogwood Festival\, 150 Dogwood Blvd\, Flowood\, MS 39232 \n\nPray for individual businesses that are around you now\, by name\, asking that these owners operate with integrity\, generosity\, and wisdom. Extend this prayer to other businesses in Flowood the Lord calls to your mind.\nPray that the Lord bless Christian business and economic leaders in Flowood so that they can use their platforms and resources more effectively to meet needs and expand the Kingdom of God.\nPray for job opportunities\, financial stability\, and encouragement for those in Flowood facing economic challenges.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nGovernment/Municipal ServicesFlowood City Hall\, Flowood Municipal Complex\, 2101 Airport Rd N\, Flowood 39232 \n\nPray for city leaders to govern with justice\, discernment\, and compassion\, and that they be guided by the Lord in their decisions and choices.\nPray for the protection and encouragement of the city’s first\nresponders (Police\, Fire\, Medical\, Utilities\, etc.) as they fulfill their duties and care for the community.\nPray for public servants to seek the well-being of all residents and remain accountable and transparent.\nPray for the believers who work within the government to be faithful in sharing their faith and being salt and light in the departments where they work.\nPray that the Gospel would impact the lives of individuals at all levels of city government.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nYour NeighborhoodAs you move about in your neighborhood\, pray for your neighbors in the following ways. \n\nPray for the peace and spiritual condition of the families who live in the homes that you pass in your neighborhood.\nPray for families you know who may be struggling economically\, relationally\, physically\, or spiritually.\nPray for opportunities to visit and talk with your neighbors as you walk in the neighborhood or see them walking.\nPray for the Lord’s protection over your neighborhood and your neighbors.\nPray that the Lord would lead you to neighbors He has prepared to be open to the Gospel (Luke 10).\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Jackson\n Educational InstitutionsJackson School District\, 662 S. President Street\, Jackson 39201 \n\nPray for students to grow in wisdom\, character\, and purpose.\nPray for teachers and staff to be encouraged\, protected\, and effective in their calling.\nPray for the Gospel to be shared with students and faculty through the testimony and actions of believing staff and students.\nPray that the hearts of students at all grade levels will be opened to the work of the Holy Spirit and that lives and families will be impacted by the Gospel.\nPray that the influence of the culture and the Enemy be limited or removed from among the students and faculty of the Jackson School System.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nGovernment/Municipal ServicesJackson City Hall\, 219 S. President Street\, Jackson 39201 \n\nPray for city leaders to govern with justice\, discernment\, and compassion\, and that they be guided by the Lord in their decisions and choices.\nPray for the protection and encouragement of the city’s first\nresponders (Police\, Fire\, Medical\, Utilities\, etc.) as they fulfill their duties and care for the community.\nPray for public servants to seek the well-being of all residents and remain accountable and transparent.\nPray for the believers who work within the government to be faithful in sharing their faith and being salt and light in the departments where they work.\nPray that the Gospel would impact the lives of individuals at all levels of city government.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nSpiritual PresenceFirst Baptist Jackson\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson 39201 \n\nPray for this church and all of the other churches in Jackson to boldly share the Good News of Jesus throughout the community.\nPray for God to protect the unity and fellowship of each church from the attacks of the enemy\, who seeks to distract or divert them from their calling.\nPray for individuals and families in Jackson who are broken and far from God that the Holy Spirit would move in their lives and draw them to the truth.\nPray for spiritual renewal in Jackson\, that hearts would be receptive to the Gospel and believers would live out their faith with humility and courage.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nSocial/RecreationalLeFleur’s Bluff Playground\, Riverside Park Circle\, Jackson 39216 \n\nPray that this space\, and all of the similar spaces in Jackson\, would be used to promote healthy relationships\, peace\, and community connection.\nPray for safety\, joy\, and opportunities for families to build meaning-ful bonds with each other and with other families in the community.\nPray that\, as individuals and families use these spaces\, they will see the hand and blessing of the Lord in His creation.\nPray that churches and believers will use these spaces creatively to build bridges for the Gospel to those who are broken and far from God.\nPray that those who use these spaces be protected from harm as they enjoy the creation that the Lord has given us.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nEconomic CentersFondren District\, 2906 North State Street Jackson 39216 \n\nPray for individual businesses that are around you now\, by name\, asking that these owners operate with integrity\, generosity\, and wisdom. Extend this prayer to other businesses in Jackson the Lord calls to your mind.\nPray that the Lord bless Christian business and economic leaders in Jackson so that they can use their platforms and resources more effectively to meet needs and expand the Kingdom of God.\nPray for job opportunities\, financial stability\, and encouragement for those in Jackson facing economic challenges.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nYour NeighborhoodAs you move about in your neighborhood\, pray for your neighbors in the following ways. \n\nPray for the peace and spiritual condition of the families who live in the homes that you pass in your neighborhood.\nPray for families you know who may be struggling economically\, relationally\, physically\, or spiritually.\nPray for opportunities to visit and talk with your neighbors as you walk in the neighborhood or see them walking.\nPray for the Lord’s protection over your neighborhood and your neighbors.\nPray that the Lord would lead you to neighbors He has prepared to be open to the Gospel (Luke 10).\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Madison\n Educational InstitutionsMadison Avenue Upper Elementary\, 1209 Madison Avenue\, Madison 39110Madison High School\, 1417 Highland Colony Parkway\, Madison 39110 \n\nPray for students to grow in wisdom\, character\, and purpose.\nPray for teachers and staff to be encouraged\, protected\, and effective in their calling.\nPray for the Gospel to be shared with students and faculty through the testimony and actions of believing staff and students.\nPray that the hearts of students at all grade levels will be opened to the work of the Holy Spirit and that lives and families will be impacted by the Gospel.\nPray that the influence of the culture and the Enemy be limited or removed from among the students and faculty of the Madison School System.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nGovernment/Municipal ServicesMadison City Hall\, 1004 Madison Avenue\, Madison 39110 \n\nPray for city leaders to govern with justice\, discernment\, and compassion\, and that they be guided by the Lord in their decisions and choices.\nPray for the protection and encouragement of the city’s first\nresponders (Police\, Fire\, Medical\, Utilities\, etc.) as they fulfill their duties and care for the community.\nPray for public servants to seek the well-being of all residents and remain accountable and transparent.\nPray for the believers who work within the government to be faithful in sharing their faith and being salt and light in the departments where they work.\nPray that the Gospel would impact the lives of individuals at all levels of city government.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nSpiritual PresenceFirst Baptist Church of Madison\, 2100 Main Street\, Madison 39110 \n\nPray for this church and all of the other churches in Madison to boldly share the Good News of Jesus throughout the community.\nPray for God to protect the unity and fellowship of each church from the attacks of the enemy\, who seeks to distract or divert them from their calling.\nPray for individuals and families in Madison who are broken and far from God that the Holy Spirit would move in their lives and draw them to the truth.\nPray for spiritual renewal in Madison\, that hearts would be receptive to the Gospel and believers would live out their faith with humility and courage.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nSocial/RecreationalLiberty Park\, 100 Liberty Park Drive\, Madison 39110 \n\nPray that this space\, and all of the similar spaces in Madison\, would be used to promote healthy relationships\, peace\, and community connection.\nPray for safety\, joy\, and opportunities for families to build meaning-ful bonds with each other and with other families in the community.\nPray that\, as individuals and families use these spaces\, they will see the hand and blessing of the Lord in His creation.\nPray that churches and believers will use these spaces creatively to build bridges for the Gospel to those who are broken and far from God.\nPray that those who use these spaces be protected from harm as they enjoy the creation that the Lord has given us.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nEconomic CentersThe Forum at Grandview\, 175 Grandview Boulevard\, Madison 39110 \n\nPray for individual businesses that are around you now\, by name\, asking that these owners operate with integrity\, generosity\, and wisdom. Extend this prayer to other businesses in Madison the Lord calls to your mind.\nPray that the Lord bless Christian business and economic leaders in Madison so that they can use their platforms and resources more effectively to meet needs and expand the Kingdom of God.\nPray for job opportunities\, financial stability\, and encouragement for those in Madison facing economic challenges.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nYour NeighborhoodAs you move about in your neighborhood\, pray for your neighbors in the following ways. \n\nPray for the peace and spiritual condition of the families who live in the homes that you pass in your neighborhood.\nPray for families you know who may be struggling economically\, relationally\, physically\, or spiritually.\nPray for opportunities to visit and talk with your neighbors as you walk in the neighborhood or see them walking.\nPray for the Lord’s protection over your neighborhood and your neighbors.\nPray that the Lord would lead you to neighbors He has prepared to be open to the Gospel (Luke 10).\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Pearl\n Educational InstitutionsPearl High School\, 500 Pirates Cove\, Pearl 39208 \n\nPray for students to grow in wisdom\, character\, and purpose.\nPray for teachers and staff to be encouraged\, protected\, and effective in their calling.\nPray for the Gospel to be shared with students and faculty through the testimony and actions of believing staff and students.\nPray that the hearts of students at all grade levels will be opened to the work of the Holy Spirit and that lives and families will be impacted by the Gospel.\nPray that the influence of the culture and the Enemy be limited or removed from among the students and faculty of the Pearl School System.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nSpiritual PresenceFirst Baptist Church of Pearl\, 405 N Bierdeman Road\, Pearl 39208 \n\nPray for this church and all of the other churches in Pearl to boldly share the Good News of Jesus throughout the community.\nPray for God to protect the unity and fellowship of each church from the attacks of the enemy\, who seeks to distract or divert them from their calling.\nPray for individuals and families in Pearl who are broken and far from God that the Holy Spirit would move in their lives and draw them to the truth.\nPray for spiritual renewal in Pearl\, that hearts would be receptive to the Gospel and believers would live out their faith with humility and courage.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nGovernment/Municipal ServicesPearl City Hall\, 2420 Old Brandon Road\, Pearl 39208 \n\nPray for city leaders to govern with justice\, discernment\, and compassion\, and that they be guided by the Lord in their decisions and choices.\nPray for the protection and encouragement of the city’s first\nresponders (Police\, Fire\, Medical\, Utilities\, etc.) as they fulfill their duties and care for the community.\nPray for public servants to seek the well-being of all residents and remain accountable and transparent.\nPray for the believers who work within the government to be faithful in sharing their faith and being salt and light in the departments where they work.\nPray that the Gospel would impact the lives of individuals at all levels of city government.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nSocial/RecreationalPearl City Hall\, 2420 Old Brandon Road\, Pearl 39208 \n\nPray that this space\, and all of the similar spaces in Pearl \, would be used to promote healthy relationships\, peace\, and community connection.\nPray for safety\, joy\, and opportunities for families to build meaning-ful bonds with each other and with other families in the community.\nPray that\, as individuals and families use these spaces\, they will see the hand and blessing of the Lord in His creation.\nPray that churches and believers will use these spaces creatively to build bridges for the Gospel to those who are broken and far from God.\nPray that those who use these spaces be protected from harm as they enjoy the creation that the Lord has given us.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nEconomic CentersOutlets of Mississippi\, 200 Bass Pro Drive\, Pearl 39208 \n\nPray for individual businesses that are around you now\, by name\, asking that these owners operate with integrity\, generosity\, and wisdom. Extend this prayer to other businesses in Pearl the Lord calls to your mind.\nPray that the Lord bless Christian business and economic leaders inPearl so that they can use their platforms and resources more effectively to meet needs and expand the Kingdom of God.\nPray for job opportunities\, financial stability\, and encouragement for those in Pearl facing economic challenges.\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location.\n\nYour NeighborhoodAs you move about in your neighborhood\, pray for your neighbors in the following ways. \n\nPray for the peace and spiritual condition of the families who live in the homes that you pass in your neighborhood.\nPray for families you know who may be struggling economically\, relationally\, physically\, or spiritually.\nPray for opportunities to visit and talk with your neighbors as you walk in the neighborhood or see them walking.\nPray for the Lord’s protection over your neighborhood and your neighbors.\nPray that the Lord would lead you to neighbors He has prepared to be open to the Gospel (Luke 10).\nPray for any other concern or opportunity the Lord may place on your heart as you pray in this location. URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/prayerweek/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260412T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 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:20260409T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260409T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20200917T152953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T195423Z UID:30141-1775739600-1775754000@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Ken Sims Golf Scramble DESCRIPTION:First Baptist Jackson will be hosting the Ken Sims Golf Scramble on Thursday\, April 9\, at Patrick Farms Golf Club. \nDATE: Thursday\, April 9TIME: 1:00 p.m. – Shotgun Start | 12:00 p.m. Driving Range OpensLOCATION: Patrick Farms Golf ClubFORMAT: Four-Man ScrambleCOST: $75 per player (includes range balls\, round\, cart\, and lunch) \nInvite your friends\, golfing buddies\, co-workers\, etc. to join us for the event with proceeds benefitting the Mission First. Each player will register individually and can indicate if they have a group they intend to play with. Don’t have a four-man team\, we can connect you with a group to make a foursome. \nRed Tees and Mulligans will be available on-site at $5 apiece. \nIf you are interested in being a hole sponsor\, please contact David Nichols at dnichols@fbcj.org. Hole sponsors are $100. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/golf/ LOCATION:Patrick Farms Golf Club\, 300 Clubhouse Dr\, Pearl\, MS\, 39208\, United States CATEGORIES:Christian Life Center,Fitness,Recreation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Golf-Tournament-Title-1920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260407T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 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:20260404T091500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T103000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20250223T114204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T152457Z UID:271515-1775294100-1775298600@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt DESCRIPTION:President Street | State Capitol Grounds \nFBJ is excited to host this community Easter Egg Hunt following the Run for the Son 5K on April 4. Invite your friends and join us for all of the fun on the State Capitol grounds! More information will be coming soon about how you can be a part of this day #ForJXN. \n \nIn the case of rain\, the Easter Egg Hunt will move indoors to the CLC Gym. \n \n Run for the Son URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/egghunt/ CATEGORIES:Children,Family,Preschool ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Easter-Egg-Hunt-2025-Title-1920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260404T100000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 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/ 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:20260327T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260327T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20250116T153253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T195813Z UID:271050-1774634400-1774641600@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Joy Prom DESCRIPTION:Teens (13 and older) and adults with special needs will enjoy the prom experience with music\, dancing\, and refreshments at Joy Prom. We welcome groups from organizations as well as individuals. Please use the appropriate form below to register a group home or an individual for Joy Prom. \nSchedule for the Evening \n5:30–6:30 p.m. \n\nRegistration/Greeting at the State Street Preschool Drive-Through and Entrance\nPicture taking in Preschool Playroom\n\n6:30–8:30 p.m. \n\nDance/Refreshments in Fellowship Hall East\n\nChaperones \nFor safety/medical reasons we require that a chaperone accompany each person participating. If you are in a Group Home\, we require one chaperone per 5 adults. No one should be dropped off or left unattended. Chaperones MUST stay the entire night. \nEvent Updates \n \nFBJ will send important information about Joy Prom after registration. Please make sure you enter an email address that is correct and checked regularly. \nRegistration is now closed. \n \n \n \n \n \n How can you help?Joy Prom is an event that requires many volunteers (junior high\, high school\, college\, and adults) in these areas: providing/prepping food or serving food; traffic/crowd control; golf cart drivers (or providing a golf cart); making/providing decorations; and greeters in various areas. Joy Prom is sponsored by the FBJ Student Ministry\, but any eligible volunteer can register to be part of this special night! \n \n VOLUNTEER\n \n \n \n \n \n  Important Information for Chaperones \nBefore attending the event\, we kindly ask for your cooperation with the following details. \nEach attendee is required to have at least one chaperone present throughout the evening. Please note that the drop-off line is not intended for unattended drop-offs. We kindly ask that you park your vehicle according to the directions provided by our volunteers in orange vests. Attendees will wait in the designated waiting area until your return\, after which they may proceed to the photo booth. \n\nArrival and Check-in: Our volunteers will be available starting at 5:00 p.m.\, and check-in will begin at 5:30 p.m.. Please do not arrive earlier than 5:20 p.m..\nDrop-off Line: Due to ongoing construction on N. State Street\, we ask you to follow the route in the map linked below.\n\nYour attention to these details will help ensure that the return of Joy Prom is a successful and blessed event! \nIf you have any questions\, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Thank you for your support! \nImportant information for arriving at Joy PromPlease see the map at the link below for directions on arriving at Joy Prom. \n \n JOY PROM MAP URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/joyprom/ CATEGORIES:Student Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Joy-Prom-2026-Title-1920x1080-W-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20260106T150227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T161756Z UID:273404-1774202400-1774206000@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Sunday Nights @ Hinds County DESCRIPTION:March 22\, 296:00 p.m. • Fellowship Hall EastHinds County\, invite your neighbors and join us when FBJ will be in your community with our winter study looking at the Doctrine of Jesus Christ. We will have onsite activities for Preschoolers\, Kids\, and Students. URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/sundaynights/ LOCATION:FBJ Fellowship Hall East\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Sunday-Nights-Hinds-County-Title-1920x1080-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260302T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 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;VALUE=DATE:20260222 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260223 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20170905T010125Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T152524Z UID:6820-1771718400-1771804799@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Parent-Child Dedication DESCRIPTION:Families are invited to celebrate this milestone with their church family as they commit to raising their children to love and follow Jesus. \nFor more information\, contact Bonnie Snellgrove\, bsnellgrove@fbcj.org. \nREGISTRATIONRegistration\, including submission of information and photographs\, is due by Monday\, September 30. Click the links below to register. \nWe look forward to sharing this special day with you and your family. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/parentchild/ LOCATION:Sanctuary CATEGORIES:Churchwide Active,Family ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Baby-Dedication-2021-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T203000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20190116T162325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T220222Z UID:26623-1771612200-1771619400@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Daddy Daughter Ball DESCRIPTION:  \nFriday\, February 206:30-8:30 pmMississippi Museum of Natural Science \nCost:Dads: $30Daughters: $10 each \nA night of dancing and dessert! \nFor kids K4 – 6th grade. \n  \n \n Register URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/ddb/ LOCATION:Mississippi Musuem of Natural Science CATEGORIES:Children,Churchwide Active,Family,Featured Events,Preschool ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Daddy-Daughter-Ball-2024-Title-1920x1080-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children":MAILTO:eoswalt@fbcj.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20240105T045445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T173102Z UID:267887-1770915600-1770926400@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Sportsmen's Family Night DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Andy GipsonMississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce \nDoors open at 5:00 p.m.Dinner Served from 6:00-7:00 p.m.Program at 7:00 p.m. \nSportsmen and adventure lovers won’t want to miss this evening with Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson\, plus great food and door prizes. \nTickets:$10 for adults and $5 for children under 12. \n \n Tickets URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/sportsmen/ LOCATION:FBJ Fellowship Hall East\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201 CATEGORIES:Churchwide Active ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Sportsmens-Night-2023-Title-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260212T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20210404T134626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T203153Z UID:32133-1770897600-1770903000@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Healthy Heart Lunch DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Healthy Heart Luncheon with speaker Dr. Lyssa Weatherly. We’ll also enjoy a healthy lunch provided by Gina Moreman and door prizes will be given out. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the SpeakerLyssa was born and raised in Mississippi. She obtained her undergraduate degree in chemistry and biology at Mississippi College. She went on to attend medical school at UMMC\, where she also completed her residency\, chief residency\, and geriatrics fellowship. She has a particular interest in medical student and resident education and mentorship. She joined the Internal Medicine residency program as an Associate Program Director in 2017\, and she also serves as the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs in the School of Medicine since 2019. \nShe is active in undergraduate medical education where she serves as co-course director for the “M3 Transition to the Clinical Learning Environment” course. At the graduate medical education level\, she is co-director of the clinician educator track within the Internal Medicine residency program. \nHer most important job and greatest gift in life is being a wife and mother. She lives at home in Madison with her husband\, Brandon\, and her two daughters\, Olivia and Maren. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/healthyheart/ LOCATION:CLC Auditorium CATEGORIES:Christian Life Center,Fitness,Recreation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Healthy-Heart-Luncheon-Title-1920x1080-.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260208T134500 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 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:20260204T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T200000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20260107T183607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260201T115415Z UID:273413-1770228000-1770235200@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Divorce Care DESCRIPTION:Find comfort and healing each week with this divorce recovery support group. Come here to find a caring group of people who will walk alongside you through such a difficult season. \nThis 13-weeks of classes that will follow the church’s normal mid-week schedule from 6:00 to 7:30. Each session stands on its own\, and it is not necessary to attend all sessions. \nA meal is available ($5/person) from 4:45 – 5:45 pm in Fellowship Hall East. Activities for Preschoolers\, Kids\, and Students are available\, as well as childcare (reservations appreciated). The group will meet weekly unless inclement weather would make it unsafe to travel.  \nCost: $20 (includes workbook). \nLearn more: 601.949.1949. \n  \n \n Register URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/divorcecare/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Divorce-Care-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20250616T104708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T220425Z UID:272198-1770055200-1770060600@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:GriefShare | New Date DESCRIPTION:GriefShare will not meet on Monday\, January 26\, due to winter weather conditions. \nMondays\, February 2–April 20 \nAt a GriefShare group\, you’ll find understanding\, guidance\, relief\, and a safe place to navigate the challenges of grief. Come join us! \nEach sessions is a stand-alone session. It is not necessary to attend all meetings. \nUse the link below to register\, or call 601-949-1949 to register or for more information. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/griefshare/ LOCATION:CLC Conference Room\, First Baptist Jackson\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Grief-Share-2026-Title-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260201T133000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 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/ 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:20260430T170106 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;VALUE=DATE:20260116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20201216T231014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T110439Z UID:31322-1768521600-1768780799@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:DNow DESCRIPTION:Cost: $75 \n  \nDon’t miss DNOW 2026 at First Baptist Jackson! Be sure to register and bring a friend.  \nSpeaker: Jon DanielsBand: Lowly Heirs \n  \n \n REGISTER URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/dnow/ LOCATION:CLC Auditorium CATEGORIES:Churchwide Active,Students ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/DNow-1920x1080-W.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FBJ Students":MAILTO:zdepriest@fbcj.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T193000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20250720T104206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T164735Z UID:272363-1767808800-1767814200@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Choir and Orchestra Rehearsal DESCRIPTION:Wednesdays6:00–7:30 p.m.Choir: Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal Room (2nd floor)Orchestra: Sanctuary \nThe Sanctuary Choir plays a key role in leading our congregation in praise and worship each Sunday morning. They also present special worship and evangelistic concerts throughout the year.  \n  \nFor more information\, contact the Worship Ministry office at 601-949-1952 or fill out the form below. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *How can we help you?Submit URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/choir/ LOCATION:FBJ Choir Rehearsal Room\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Choir-Orchestra-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251231T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 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/ 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:20260430T170106 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:20251224 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251226 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20231224T124838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T163524Z UID:267835-1766534400-1766707199@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Carols by Candlelight Broadcasts DESCRIPTION:Carols by Candlelight will be broadcast on WDBD Fox 40 at 10:00 p.m. on Christmas Eve and at 8:00 a.m. on Christmas.  \nPlease share these schedules so that the joy we know in Christ can be shared with all. URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/carolstv/ CATEGORIES:Carols by Candlelight,Christmas ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Carols-Broadcasts-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251217T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20201108T113049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T164513Z UID:30837-1765994400-1765998000@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Christmas Memorial Service DESCRIPTION:This memorial service is to celebrate and remember those connected to our church family who have passed away during 2025. This will be a simple\, but hopefully\, meaningful event that will allow you to think of those gone from our families. If you would like\, please bring a small\, votive-sized candle to be lit in memory of your family member. Candles also will be available\, if needed. \n \n Register URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/memorial/ LOCATION:FBJ Chapel CATEGORIES:Churchwide Active ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Christmas-Memorial-Title-1920x1080@3x.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Jim Spikes":MAILTO:jspikes@fbcj.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251215 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 CREATED:20240910T155306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T141322Z UID:269878-1765497600-1765756799@www.firstbaptistjackson.org SUMMARY:Carols by Candlelight DESCRIPTION:Order Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n December 12\, 13\, & 14Tickets are available now. \nFirst Baptist Jackson shares the story of the greatest gift ever given – the gift of God sending His Son to earth – through music and drama in this year’s presentation of Carols by Candlelight. \nTickets for Carols by Candlelight are free. Please order tickets for yourself and invite a friend to join you. \nConcert Dates & TimesFriday\, December 12 • 7:00 p.m. (Doors open for ticketholders at 6:00 p.m.)Saturday\, December 13 • 3:00 p.m. (Doors open for ticketholders at 2:00 p.m.)Saturday\, December 13 • 7:00 p.m. (Doors open for ticketholders at 6:00 p.m.)Sunday\, December 14 • 3:00 p.m. (Doors open for ticketholders at 2:00 p.m.) \nTicket Information*All tickets are general admission.*Doors open one hour before concert time for people with tickets.*Doors open 45 minutes before concert time for people without tickets\, as space permits. \nWhen Ordering TicketsYou will be redirected to Ludus\, an online ticketing platform. All tickets are free\, and you will be able to order your tickets. \n \n \n \n \n \n Sing & Serve in CarolsWe invite anyone interested to join the Carols choir! Sunday\, October 19\, is the final day to sign up to sing in Carols. Join us in the Choir Room for a bonus rehearsal on October 19 at 1:00 p.m. for rehearsal and to learn more! \n\nCarols also provides FBJ members several opportunities to serve. Click the button below to learn more and sign up to volunteer. \n \n Volunteer URL:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/events/carols25/ LOCATION:FBJ Sanctuary\, 431 N. State Street\, Jackson\, MS\, 39201 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.firstbaptistjackson.org/wp-content/uploads/Carols-by-Candlelight-2025-Title-1920x1080-W.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208 DTSTAMP:20260430T170106 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/ 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 END:VCALENDAR