At its heart, missions is about God's people connecting with people for other places and cultures with the goal of sharing the gospel with them. God has given us the mission to make disciples of all nations. At First Baptist Church, we seek to obey God through giving, sending, praying, and going in order to start churches and strengthen those that already exist. We hope that you will explore ways you can give, support and pray for those sent as missionaries and also discover ways you can go.

There will be an interest meeting for a Contruction Team Trip following the morning service on February 22nd. The trip will be June 1-4, 2026, to Springfield, Missouri. The plan is to work on interior walls for a multipurpose building at Hillside Baptist Church. In this meeting, you will learn about the trip, the work, travel and costs. Please make plans to attend.

Hong Kong and Macau, China

(ma-COW) – As a recent fire took the lives of 161 people and destroyed several thousand homes, Hong Kong residents continue to mourn this great loss. Churches have been reaching out to meet felt needs in the fire-stricken community to provide for many as they seek to rebuild their lives. Pray that these who are hurting will not be forgotten but that believers will continue to reach out a helping hand and a word of hope. Ask the Lord to continue to use the gospel-sharing that has taken place to bring comfort to the hurting. Pray that this tragedy will cause many to turn to Jesus.

Sam and Taylor Romine

Church Planting | Redemption Church | Johnstown, Ohio

 Pray for Redemption Church to faithfully exalt Christ and His Word in all they do, for their members to be built up in faith and maturity, and for the Lord to use their church to draw lost sinners to Himself.

Ramadan is special month for Muslims as they spend the daylight hours fasting and seeking Allah. Join with others in praying that God reveals Himself to Muslims and opens their hearts to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Many Muslim-background Christians share as part of their testimony receiving dreams and visions that pointed them to Jesus during Ramadan. You can signup to receive a Ramadan Prayer Guide from the International Mission Board at the link below. or contact Randy Jackson to receive a printed copy or pdf file of the prayer guide.

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