Serve
God specifically designed you with a unique set of talents and experiences that only you posses.
Do you know what your gifts are?
Are you using them?
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We believe that when people choose to serve, whether at FBC, in the local community, or around the world, the impact of that service will change lives. The lives of those serving, the people they serve, and even those who see them giving their time to help someone else.
All In-Person Activities
Are Being Restricted Until Further Notice
Be Sure to Check Out Guidelines for Each Event
FBC is respecting social distancing while staying spiritually connected.
We are working on new & creative ways to help us stay connected
with our FBC family.
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Children's Ministry
The presence of caring adults makes all the difference in the life of a child. Engaged leaders create lasting disciples
Who: Teens & Adults
Ways to Serve:
412 Sycamore Contacts: Kari Altstaetter & Kristen Hotmire
Christian Ed Contact: Wayne Altstaetter
Tots Contact: Brenda Janowiecki
AWANA Contact: Mark Janowiecki
Nursery
The nursery at FBC is an opportunity to serve and minister to young families in our church.
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Ways to Serve: Volunteer
Donations Needed: Toys, Board Books, Cheerios, Paper Cups, Diapers, Wipes, Cleaning Supplies, Batteries
Who: Teens & Adults
When: Sunday Mornings & Special Events
Where: FBC Nursery
Nursery Contact: Kari Sonnenberg
AMP Youth
Details to come
Who: Adults with a Heart for Teens
When:
Where: FBC
Contact: Wayne Altstaetter
Awana - Family Connect
During the Awana year, on the 1st Wednesday of the month we gather for a family meal. Everyone is welcome & it's free!
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Ways to Serve: Anyone willing to serve or help clean up is always welcome
Who: All Ages
When: 1st Wednesday from 5:45-6:15 pm
Where: FBC Gym
Contact: Amber Schafer
Worship Teams
Share your musical talents during Sunday services, Overflow Worship Gatherings & special events.
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Ways to Serve: Always looking for additional male & female vocals, backup piano and electric guitar players.
Who: High School and above for Worship Team
When: Worship Team Practice Sun 8 am
Youth Band Practice Wed 5:30 pm
Where: FBC
Contact: Wayne Altstaetter
Missions Team
This team helps support & promote mission projects sponsored by FBC & individuals.
Ways to Serve: The team is looking for new members & donations are always being accepted
Who: Adults & Youth
When: Meet as needed
Where: In a Coffee Shop near you
Contact: Jim Mossoney
Visitation
Visitation with the elderly or shut ins.
This ministry is both a blessing to those being visited, as well as those doing the visitation!
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Way to Serve: We could always use more people willing to visit!
Who: Adults
When: At the convenience of visitor & those being visited
Where: The elderly's house or care facility
Contact: Tami Miller
Hospitality
Our purpose is to connect and care for people.
This team reaches out to visitors in the church, inviting them out to lunch or over to their house.
Way to Serve: We are always looking for people who are willing to reach out to visitors.
Who: Adult
When: Year Round
Where: Defiance Area
Contact: Suzi Monteith
Path Center
Details to come
Who:
When:
Where: 1939 E 2nd St, Defiance, OH 43512
Contact: Marilyn Posey
First Impressions Team
We are the first contact people have coming into our church. Our goal is for everyone to feel welcomed, accepted, and part of the church community each Sunday.
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Way to Serve: We currently have a full schedule but you can still volunteer to be a sub.
Who: Teens & Adults - Friendly people who love to smile
When: Sunday mornings
Where: Church Foyer
Contact: Marjean Mottashed
Welcome Center
Sunday morning information center
Who: Adults
When: Sunday Mornings 9-9:30, 10:15-10:35 & after Worship Service
Where: Welcome Center in Foyer
Contact: Sharon Schrag
Children Choosing Christ
We put on a program at the Defiance County Fair each year. It is a one day activity where the plan of salvation is presented in 5 stations. Each year is a different theme.
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Way to Serve: Volunteers to be part of stations (training provided) & pray for salvation of the children participating
Who: Teens & adults with a heart for people to know the Lord
When: 3rd weekend in August (Sunday)
Where: Defiance County Fair
Contact: Marjean Mottashed
Pilot Mission
Pilot Mission provides back to school supplies to students in need from the community.
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Way to Serve: Fundraising occurs in the summer, Volunteers needed to pack backpacks & help distribute backpacks.
Who: All Ages Welcome
When: Packing & Distribution in August
Where: FBC
Contact: Jo Ann Meyer
Trunk or Treat
This FBC outreach is open to the local community to provide families a place to bring their children for a safe alternative to trick or treating.
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Ways to Serve: Candy donations, Volunteers to decorate trunks, pass out candy, and serve throughout the event.
Who: Everyone
When: Usually last Wednesday in October
Where: FBC Grounds
Contact: Ron & Suzie Monteith
Operation Christmas Child
Pack a gift-filled shoebox to demonstrate God's love in a tangible way to children in need around the world.
Besides packing boxes, FBC is a designated collection center for the Defiance area.
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Ways to Serve: Pack a shoebox (or 2), Volunteer to work drop off hours, Donate to help with shipping cost.
Who: Everyone
When: September - Mid November
Where: FBC
Contact: Sam Conley