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SUMMARY:Men's Gathering
DESCRIPTION:All men are welcome to this gathering for a time of spiritual and physical refreshing.  Cost is $20 which includes lunch and a t shirt!
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/mens-gathering/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Men's Ministry
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat 2026
DESCRIPTION:FBC is looking forward to our Trunk or Treat outreach to the community on October 24 – 3:00-5:00pm! Parents will take their kids around our parking lot to receive candy from car trunks. We’re also providing a petting zoo\, games\, and more!
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/trunk-or-treat-2026/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church,Outreach
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SUMMARY:Network of Nations Intercultural Cafe
DESCRIPTION:We have the privilege of serving at the Network of Nations Intercultural Café on Friday\, November 6. This is an opportunity to reach out to the International students at NIU\, and to reach the nations that are here in our backyard. The café is held at Immanuel Lutheran Church in DeKalb. English Conversation groups begin at 5:45pm. Feel free to bring your kids as the students enjoy talking to both adults and children. \nHere is what we need: At least 15 Casseroles\, Soup\, and Vegetarian Main Dishes\, and at least 10 Fresh Fruit and Dessert dishes. We also need volunteers to serve the food\, socialize with the students\, and help with set up and tear down. The food needs to be dropped off at Immanuel Lutheran Church by 5:45pm on Friday\, November 6. \nIf you would like to supply food but can’t drop it off at Immanuel Lutheran Church\, please let us know\, and we will work out a way to get the food there for you. Please contact Sylvia Bray at 815-751-2222 or Julie Jesmer at 630-715-1179 if you need more information or would like to help. \nTo learn more about this ministry FBC supports\, visit  networkofnations.org/about
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/network-of-nations-intercultural-cafe/
LOCATION:Immanuel Lutheran Church\, 511 Russell Rd A\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church,Missions
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SUMMARY:Missions Focus Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Missions Focus Weekend \nFriday\, November 6 — Network of Nations\n\nIntercultural Café at NIU: A great hands-on chance to connect with and serve international students alongside Network of Nations.\n\nSaturday\, November 7 — Local Missions Focus\n\n9:00 AM — Pancake Breakfast: Gathering together for food and fellowship to start the day.\n10:00 AM — Local Missions Focus Q&A (Confirmed):\n\nSanctuary Q&A panel highlighting local missions\, ministry partners\, community needs\, and practical ways to jump in.\nKids will have activities running in the gym during this time.\n\n\n11:15 / 11:30 AM — Missions Game Show: Wrapping up the morning with a fun\, family-friendly game show.\n\nSunday\, November 8 — Missions Focus Service\n\nSermon & Response Flow:\n\nMark Vanderkooi preaching the missions message\nResponse & Local Share-Outs:\n\nNetwork of Nations\nNeighbor’s House
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/missions-focus-weekend/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church,Missions
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261114T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261114T210000
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SUMMARY:Practice the Pause: Unplug & Reflect
DESCRIPTION:In a world of constant notification\, how do we cultivate stillness? Join us for an evening of quiet worship\, Scripture\, and communal prayer. At the end\, we’ll provide a guide of simple ways to cultivate a phone-free\, Christ-centered holiday season. Bring a dessert to share during the fellowship time.
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/practice-the-pause-unplug-reflect/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Ministry
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SUMMARY:The Joy of Gathering: Holiday Table
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a lighthearted morning of brunch and fellowship around the table. In the spirit of community\, we invite you to adopt a table to decorate if you’d like\, and bring a dish to pass as we bridge the gap between generations and spend time together celebrating the Christmas season.
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/the-joy-of-gathering-holiday-table/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Ministry
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SUMMARY:Pancake Breakfast / Kids Choir
DESCRIPTION:A pancake breakfast\, hosted by the Youth\, begins at 9:15-10:30am. Any offerings will go to help fund winter retreats for the Youth. During the service\, the kids choir will perform.
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/pancake-breakfast-kids-choir/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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SUMMARY:Body Image\, Aging with Grace\, and the Gospel
DESCRIPTION:How do we view our bodies through the lens of Scripture rather than the lens of culture? Inspired by Jen Wilkin’s book\, Dust to Dust\, this workshop invites us to move past common insecurities and recognize that because of Jesus\, our identity is secure and our bodies are made to honor Him. For women of all ages. Continental breakfast will be served. Let us know on the Church Center app if you’re planning to join us
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/body-image-aging-with-grace-and-the-gospel/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Ministry
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