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First Baptist Church, South Haven
Worship Gathering: 12/7/2025
Join us for in-person worship in the sanctuary or live on Facebook at 10:30am. The service will also be posted to YouTube and Archive later in the week.
Locations & Times
First Baptist Church
10781 76th St, South Haven, MI 49090, USA
Sunday 10:30 AM
Website
Please use our website as a resource tool to stay informed and up to date on our most current activities. **Please Note*** Under "Resources" we have a page for "FBC Members Only" which has our latest emails and any pertinent info from Pastor Jerry. If you try to access this page, you will need the password "Know Him" to see the content.
https://www.southhavenfbc.comLive Stream
If you're unable to join us in person, you can view today's service live on our Facebook page beginning at 10:30 AM.
https://www.facebook.com/First-Baptist-Church-of-South-Haven-118136484800Online
View today's message later this week on our YouTube channel.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzQahojNwyPo2LMn-ctTG8AWeekly Bulletin
View this week's bulletin including general announcements and weekly prayer requests by clicking here.
https://www.southhavenfbc.com/weekly-bulletinsPrayer Requests
Please let us know how we can pray for you or if you are in need of specific care or encouragement.
https://southhavenfbc.shelbynextchms.com/external/form/0c9d288f-af8d-41bd-9359-4dc3cf051bc9
We welcome Pastor Rob Zantello to our pulpit this morning.
Happy Birthday!
• Amy Neikirk (12/08)
• Anthony Criffield (12/14)
• Anthony Criffield (12/14)
Next Week’s Servants (12/14)
• Café Food: Lisa Follman (casserole), Julie Zantello (donuts)
• Café Attendant: Sarah McKamey
• Nursery: Abi Avery, Patty Bales
• Sound Tech: Don Jenks
• Video, Streaming & Camera Techs: Linda & Julie Newell, Tracy & Riley Marshall, Max Foskett
• Café Attendant: Sarah McKamey
• Nursery: Abi Avery, Patty Bales
• Sound Tech: Don Jenks
• Video, Streaming & Camera Techs: Linda & Julie Newell, Tracy & Riley Marshall, Max Foskett
Winter Weather is Here
Please use caution and extreme care when coming to church as the parking lot is very icy because of the cold temperatures. The front area by the main entrance/car port is ice free and recommended for drop-offs whenever possible. Also, if worship or other activities will be cancelled due to the weather, we will send an email, text, and post on Facebook. Please be sure to check your device before heading out.
Christmas Eve Service: 12/24
Join us for a special time of worship on Christmas Eve!
Wednesday, December 24 | 6:00pm | FBC Sanctuary
If you would like to participate in the Christmas Eve service (sing, dance, instrumental, etc.), please contact Pastor Jerry.
Wednesday, December 24 | 6:00pm | FBC Sanctuary
If you would like to participate in the Christmas Eve service (sing, dance, instrumental, etc.), please contact Pastor Jerry.
Annual Meeting: 1/18/2026
Our Annual Meeting will be held in the sanctuary on Sunday, January 18, immediately following the morning worship service. All members are encouraged and expected to participate if possible.
A PDF copy of the 2026 budget information has been emailed to all members. If you would like to have a paper copy, please contact the church office.
We will vote on the following:
1. Approval of the 2026 budget.
2. Affirmation of the 2026 Elder Ministry Team: Patty Bales, Dan Marshall, Alyssa Newell, and Doug Zantello.
3. Proposed By-Law change.
Because the meeting is expected to be fairly short, we will not have a potluck.
For questions or more information, please contact the church office.
A PDF copy of the 2026 budget information has been emailed to all members. If you would like to have a paper copy, please contact the church office.
We will vote on the following:
1. Approval of the 2026 budget.
2. Affirmation of the 2026 Elder Ministry Team: Patty Bales, Dan Marshall, Alyssa Newell, and Doug Zantello.
3. Proposed By-Law change.
Because the meeting is expected to be fairly short, we will not have a potluck.
For questions or more information, please contact the church office.
Hearing Assistance Devices Available
We have hearing assistance devices available during the morning worship service which allow the user to control the volume based on their individual needs. They are available from the Sound Booth at the rear of the sanctuary and are cleaned and sanitized after each use. For questions, see Rocky Starland.
Have You Considered?
Did you know that if your bank offers online services, you can set your tithe up as a regular ‘bill payment’ through your bank? This is a convenient option to help with continuity in giving and the ability for you to tithe even when you are on vacation or miss church. It eliminates having to wonder if you turned in your offering while you were gone! If you have questions or would like more information about how to utilize this convenient option, check with your banking institution or contact the church office.
Pop Cans = Scholarships
Don’t forget that your beverage can & bottle donations are used to fund teen scholarships for youth retreats, summer camps, special activities, etc. Please bring your recyclable items to the church anytime!
Mission Cafe
Sundays | 9:00-10:15am | Mission Cafe
The Mission Café is a great place to have a breakfast treat and coffee, enjoy lively conversation and have fun while helping support missions at First Baptist. All items are store bought and served safely. Featuring:
• Donuts
• Bagels
• English Muffins
• Snacks
• Hot & Cold Beverages
• And more!
For your convenience, we accept cash, check, debit/credit cards or Paypal, Venmo, Apple & Google Pay thru the church app!
The Mission Café is a great place to have a breakfast treat and coffee, enjoy lively conversation and have fun while helping support missions at First Baptist. All items are store bought and served safely. Featuring:
• Donuts
• Bagels
• English Muffins
• Snacks
• Hot & Cold Beverages
• And more!
For your convenience, we accept cash, check, debit/credit cards or Paypal, Venmo, Apple & Google Pay thru the church app!
Online Giving is Available!
If you would like to support our ministries by giving an online donation via debit/credit card or your bank account, you can do so by using this link:
https://www.shelbygiving.com/app/giving/southhavenfbcFBC App
You can download the app by clicking the link below from your cell phone or tablet. By using the app, you can conveniently view recorded Sunday worship services; look up addresses and phone numbers for other church members; update your personal information; register for events; tithe online; send prayer requests; and more. We're excited to bring another avenue of communication to you! If you have any questions or issues, please contact Kim.
https://shelby.ministryone.com/landing/v6VP
On the Calendar
mission café
Sundays | 9:00-10:15am | Mission Cafe
worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Sanctuary
• If you're unable to join us in-person, you can watch live on Facebook or view later in the week on Facebook or YouTube or listen to an audio only version on Archive.
children’s worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Children’s Worship Room
• Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
• Does not meet on the first Sunday of each month.
• Contact Alyssa Newell for questions or more information.
men’s bible study
Tuesdays | 7:00-8:30pm | Mission Café
• Contact Paul Fitton or Larry Dobberstein for questions or more information.
church office open
Wednesdays | 11:00am-4:00pm
theology class
Wednesdays | 7:00-8:00pm | Main Foyer
• Closed course.
bible study
Thursdays | 9:30-11:30am | Conference Room
• Studying Joshua; open to new participants at any time.
• Contact Tina Wilburn for questions or more information.
women’s craft group
Thursdays | 6:30pm | Craft Room
• Contact Tracy Marshall for questions or more information.
coming soon
• Christmas Eve Worship Service: Wed. 12/24 | 6:00pm | FBC Sanctuary
• Annual Meeting: Sun. 1/18/2026 | after worship | FBC Sanctuary
Sundays | 9:00-10:15am | Mission Cafe
worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Sanctuary
• If you're unable to join us in-person, you can watch live on Facebook or view later in the week on Facebook or YouTube or listen to an audio only version on Archive.
children’s worship
Sundays | 10:30am | Children’s Worship Room
• Ages 5 years old through 5th grade
• Does not meet on the first Sunday of each month.
• Contact Alyssa Newell for questions or more information.
men’s bible study
Tuesdays | 7:00-8:30pm | Mission Café
• Contact Paul Fitton or Larry Dobberstein for questions or more information.
church office open
Wednesdays | 11:00am-4:00pm
theology class
Wednesdays | 7:00-8:00pm | Main Foyer
• Closed course.
bible study
Thursdays | 9:30-11:30am | Conference Room
• Studying Joshua; open to new participants at any time.
• Contact Tina Wilburn for questions or more information.
women’s craft group
Thursdays | 6:30pm | Craft Room
• Contact Tracy Marshall for questions or more information.
coming soon
• Christmas Eve Worship Service: Wed. 12/24 | 6:00pm | FBC Sanctuary
• Annual Meeting: Sun. 1/18/2026 | after worship | FBC Sanctuary
· Ginny Dorsey (Rhonda Dobberstein's mom) who is in the hospital due to pneumonia and sepsis.
· Bruce Ferguson is being tested for prostate and bladder problems. Please pray that the results are negative and that the issues are not happening because of cancer.
· Derrick Ferguson (grandson of Bruce & Vasha Ferguson) had a seizure and is back in the hospital. They are running tests to determine what caused it. They also found a spot about the size of a marshmallow on his kidney, and they want to do surgery to burn it off, but they don't know if he can tolerate the surgery
· Jeff and Allie Wilson and their family upon the loss of Jeff's father, Gary Wilson, on 11/16 and Allie's uncle, Ray Harris, on 11/18.
· Sandi Cagle is having issues with her left shoulder and upper arm; please pray for healing as well as that the issues don’t spread to her right arm.
· Sandi Cagle’s mother is recovering from a fall and surgery for a broken wrist.
· Jett (13-year-old son of Tracy Marshall’s friend, Carrie) is recovering from a motocross accident. Also please keep Carrie’s mental and emotional well-being in prayer. Her mother is undergoing aggressive treatment for stage 4 colon cancer that requires overnight stays in Chicago every two weeks (that Carrie takes her to) and she has 4 children at home, all under 13.
· Marvin Hall (brother-in-law of Alice Avery & Judi Beckwith, uncle of Jason Avery & Kim Collins) released from the hospital, receiving continued care at home.
· Abby Hendrix is recovering from surgery.
· Matt Jenks (Don & Deb Jenks’ son) is at home recovering following a medical issue and brief hospitalization. He will follow up with his primary care doctor.
· Judy Niekirk (Mike's mom) is recovering from surgery for renal cell carcinoma. She is recovering well, but the cancer has spread. She is waiting for an oncology appointment to be scheduled.
• Penny Cornet (Rocky Starland's Aunt in Cypress, CA) at a rehab facility for therapy to regain strength.
• Vince Bryant (Miriam Bryant’s son) is recovering from foot surgery.
• Beth Bocock continues to recover from ulcerative colitis.
• Check out our monthly prayer card on-line at southhavenfbc.com under “Weekly Bulletins” for a list of those with on-going needs.
· Bruce Ferguson is being tested for prostate and bladder problems. Please pray that the results are negative and that the issues are not happening because of cancer.
· Derrick Ferguson (grandson of Bruce & Vasha Ferguson) had a seizure and is back in the hospital. They are running tests to determine what caused it. They also found a spot about the size of a marshmallow on his kidney, and they want to do surgery to burn it off, but they don't know if he can tolerate the surgery
· Jeff and Allie Wilson and their family upon the loss of Jeff's father, Gary Wilson, on 11/16 and Allie's uncle, Ray Harris, on 11/18.
· Sandi Cagle is having issues with her left shoulder and upper arm; please pray for healing as well as that the issues don’t spread to her right arm.
· Sandi Cagle’s mother is recovering from a fall and surgery for a broken wrist.
· Jett (13-year-old son of Tracy Marshall’s friend, Carrie) is recovering from a motocross accident. Also please keep Carrie’s mental and emotional well-being in prayer. Her mother is undergoing aggressive treatment for stage 4 colon cancer that requires overnight stays in Chicago every two weeks (that Carrie takes her to) and she has 4 children at home, all under 13.
· Marvin Hall (brother-in-law of Alice Avery & Judi Beckwith, uncle of Jason Avery & Kim Collins) released from the hospital, receiving continued care at home.
· Abby Hendrix is recovering from surgery.
· Matt Jenks (Don & Deb Jenks’ son) is at home recovering following a medical issue and brief hospitalization. He will follow up with his primary care doctor.
· Judy Niekirk (Mike's mom) is recovering from surgery for renal cell carcinoma. She is recovering well, but the cancer has spread. She is waiting for an oncology appointment to be scheduled.
• Penny Cornet (Rocky Starland's Aunt in Cypress, CA) at a rehab facility for therapy to regain strength.
• Vince Bryant (Miriam Bryant’s son) is recovering from foot surgery.
• Beth Bocock continues to recover from ulcerative colitis.
• Check out our monthly prayer card on-line at southhavenfbc.com under “Weekly Bulletins” for a list of those with on-going needs.
First Baptist Church
1635 76th Street
South Haven, MI 49090
269-637-1291
southhavenfbc@gmail.com
1635 76th Street
South Haven, MI 49090
269-637-1291
southhavenfbc@gmail.com