First Baptist Church, American Baptist Church Southington CT

Final session on March 19 of Lenten Book Study, "Lent in Plain Sight"
2024-03-19 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
The Lenten book study of “Lent in Plain Sight” by Jill Duffield ends on March 19. The group, led by Peg Lewis, meets in the parlor at 1 p.m.

Fifth Sunday of Lent, March 17, featuring guest musicians
2024-03-17 10:00 - 11:00
The Fifth Sunday of Lent will be observed March 17 at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington, CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. Guest musicians Lisa Cote and Steve Nyren will share their music at our service. We are collecting personal care items, cleaning products and canned vegetables for Southington Community Services. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

Deacons, 3 p.m., Music Committee, 4 p.m.
2024-03-14 15:00 - 17:00
On March 14, Board of Deacons meets at 3 pm followed by the Music Committee at 4 pm.

Lenten Study: "Lent in Plain Sight"
2024-03-12 13:00 - 14:00
The Lenten book study of “Lent in Plain Sight” by Jill Duffield continues on Tuesdays, March 12 and March 19. The group, led by Peg Lewis, meets in the parlor at 1 p.m.

Fourth Sunday of Lent, March 10: In-Person & Virtually
2024-03-10 10:00 - 11:00
The Fourth Sunday of Lent will be observed March 10 at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington, CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. Our monthly Celebration Reception follows. We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

Third Sunday of Lent (Communion), March 3: In-person & virtual
2024-03-03 10:00 - 11:00
The Third Sunday of Lent (Communion) will be observed March 3 at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington, CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

Lenten Study: "Lent in Plain Sight"
2024-02-27 13:00 - 14:00
The Lenten book study of “Lent in Plain Sight” by Jill Duffield continues on Tuesdays, Feb. 28 through March 19. The group, led by Peg Lewis, meets in the parlor at 1 p.m.

Annual Meeting
2024-02-25 11:00 - 13:00
The Annual Meeting will be held following worship – lunch provided.

Second Sunday of Lent, Feb. 25 & Annual Meeting
2024-02-25 10:00 - 11:00
The Second Sunday of Lent will be observed Feb. 25 at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. The annual meeting follows worship. We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

Shrove Tuesday Pancakes POSTPONED until Feb. 20
2024-02-20 17:00 - 19:00
Our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper is now being billed “Shrove Tuesday Plus Seven” because due to snow it is being postponed until Tuesday, Feb. 20, 5 to 7 p.m. This is open to church members and their guests ONLY – not the public. Free will donations toward deacons fund are welcome.

First Sunday of Lent, Feb. 18: in-person & virtual
2024-02-18 10:00 - 11:00
The First Sunday of Lent will be observed Feb. 18 at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. Or watch on our FB page! We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

Transfiguration Sunday, Feb. 11: In-person & virtual
2024-02-11 10:00 - 11:00
Transfiguration Sunday will be held Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. Or watch on our FB page! We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

Committee Reports Due
2024-02-09 17:00 - 17:05
Committee reports for the Annual Report are due by Friday, Feb. 9, 5 p.m.

Board of Deacons, Music Committee meets
2024-02-08 15:00 - 17:00
The Board of Deacons will meet at 3 p.m. followed by Music Committee at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8.

Communion Sunday, Jan. 4: In-person & virtually
2024-02-04 10:00 - 11:00
Communion Sunday will be held Feb. 4 at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!
Following worship & fellowship, a meeting will be held with those interested in joining the church.

Sunday Worship, Jan. 28: In-person & virtual
2024-01-28 10:00 - 11:00
Sunday worship will be held on Jan. 28 at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. A church board meeting will follow worship and fellowship. We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

26th Martin Luther King Jr. Observance and Worship, Jan. 21
2024-01-21 10:00 - 11:00
The church’s 26th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Observance and worship service will be held Sunday, Jan. 21 in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). We are proud to announce the guest speaker will be State of Connecticut’s State Attorney General William Tong. Two middle school students will be honored as well. To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

Attorney General Tong to guest speak at church’s Dr. King observance
2024-01-21 10:00 - 11:00
SOUTHINGTON – State of Connecticut Attorney General William Tong will be the guest speaker at the Martin Luther King Jr. Observance to be held Sunday, Jan. 21 at 10 a.m. at First Baptist Church. This is the church’s 26th celebration honoring the late civil rights leader and is the only such event in Southington.
The observance is included during the Sunday worship service and will center on the theme, “Justice at Work.” As is customary, the church will honor two middle school students who exemplify the legacy and mission of The Rev. Dr. King. Music will be provided by Saul Olivas of the Mariachi Academy of Wallingford.
The Martin Luther King Jr. Observance is free and open to the public. All are welcome. First Baptist Church of Southington is located at 581 Meriden Ave. The event will also be livestreamed on the church Facebook page “First Baptist Church – Southington, CT.” For more information, visit the church website www.firstbaptistsouthington.org .

Communion Sunday, Jan. 14: In-Person & Virtual
2024-01-14 10:00 - 11:00
Communion Sunday will be held Jan. 14 at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Our monthly celebration follows worship. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

Epiphany Sunday, Jan. 7: Virtual Only
2024-01-07 10:00 - 11:00
Good news: The Three Kings have arrived at the manger to worship baby Jesus! However, we will worship only virtually on Epiphany Sunday, Jan. 7 at 10 a.m., due to the timing of the expected snowstorm. The service will be broadcast via Zoom and on our Facebook page “First Baptist Church – Southington, CT.” The Zoom information was emailed. Communion will be held next Sunday, Jan. 14 and fellowship time will resume following worship.

Sunday Worship, Dec. 31: In-person & virtually
2023-12-31 10:00 - 11:00
Sunday worship will be held Dec. 31 at 10 a.m., in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Fellowship time follows worship. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church! And Happy New Year!

Blessed New Year to All!
2023-12-31 - 2024-01-01

Christmas Eve Service of Lessons & Carols
2023-12-24 18:00 - 19:00
First Baptist Church of Southington will host its traditional Christmas Eve Service of Lessons and Carols on Sunday, Dec. 24 at 6 p.m. It was also be available via Zoom. This service, led by the Rev. Sharon Holt, includes special music and soloists, scripture, the Christmas message, and the lighting of the Christ candle. It concludes with “Silent Night” sung by candlelight. The sanctuary features the Nativity scene, a Christmas tree and an extensive display of poinsettias. The church is handicapped accessible. All are welcome at First Baptist Church!

Fourth Sunday of Advent (Love), Dec. 24
2023-12-24 10:00 - 11:00
The Fourth Sunday of Advent (Love) will be held Dec. 24 at 10 a.m., in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. A special fellowship hour follows worship. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

Third Sunday of Advent (Joy), Dec. 17: In-person & online
2023-12-17 10:00 - 11:00
The Third Sunday of Advent (Joy) will be held Dec. 17 at 10 a.m., in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Fellowship follows worship. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

Blue Christmas, Dec. 12, First Lutheran Church
2023-12-12 19:00 - 20:00

Deadline for Community Services gifts & poinsettias
2023-12-10 10:00 - 12:00
The deadline is Sunday, Dec. 10 for the Southington Community Services gifts and for ordering the poinsettias and designating memorial gifts. SCS presents can be brought to the church on Sunday. Flower/memorial forms are available at the church or here: FBC Christmas flower form 2023
Thanks for your help this Christmas season!

Second Sunday of Advent, Dec. 10: In-person & online
2023-12-10 10:00 - 11:00
The Second Sunday of Advent (Peace) will be held Dec. 10 at 10 a.m., in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Fellowship follows worship. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

First Sunday of Advent (Hope) & Communion Sunday, Dec. 3
2023-12-03 10:00 - 11:00
The First Sunday of Advent (Hope) & Communion Sunday will be held Dec. 3 at 10 a.m., in the sanctuary and offered virtually via Zoom and Facebook Live (First Baptist Church – Southington CT). To join via Zoom, refer to the email from Pastor Sharon or DM us to receive the link. We are collecting personal care items and cleaning products for Southington Community Services. Fellowship follows worship. Everyone is welcome at First Baptist Church!

Hanging of the Greens on Nov. 26
2023-11-26 11:00 - 12:00
Stay after 10 a.m. worship on Sunday, Nov. 26 for fellowship and the Hanging of the Greens!
