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SUMMARY:Fall Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:Fall Kick Off – Sunday\, September 14 during and after the service … learn about small group and service opportunities\, enjoy snacks\, games and fellowship
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/fall-kickoff/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250920T120000
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SUMMARY:Senior Picnic
DESCRIPTION:SALT (senior adults living triumphantly)\, is hosting a Picnic in the Park for those ages 55 and over on Saturday\, September 20 – noon-3:00pm – in the Main South shelter at Sycamore Park. Meat\, buns\, and condiments are provided. Please bring a side dish. Sign up at the Welcome Center and let us know what you’ll be bringing. You can also contact Doug Scott at 815-570-9742 or email at scottdc58@comcast.net
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/senior-picnic/
LOCATION:Sycamore Park\, 1515 Airport Rd.\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251011T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251011T150000
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SUMMARY:Men's Getaway 2025
DESCRIPTION:All men are welcome to this getaway for a time of spiritual and physical refreshing. Chris Hudson will be the day’s special speaker. Cost is $40 and includes  breakfast\, lunch\, and a T-Shirt. \nRegister
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/mens-getaway-2025/
LOCATION:Walcamp Outdoor Ministries and Retreat Center\, 32653 E Five Points Rd\, Kingston\, IL\, 60145
CATEGORIES:All-Church,Men's Ministry
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SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat 2025
DESCRIPTION:Trunk or Treat is an annual outreach to the community. FBC is looking for trunks for our Trunk or Treat outreach to the community!  There’s no need to signup to attend this event\, but please signup to let us know if you can provide a trunk (or two!) for this fun event.  You can decorate your trunk\, if you want\, and get bragging rights if you win the Best Decorated Trunk award!  If you choose not to decorate\, that’s okay\, too — just join us to pass out candy and have fun.  Feel free to bring your own candy\, though the church will also provide candy for you to pass out.  Vehicles should arrive by 2:30 on the day of the event so we’re set up and ready to go!  Thank you! \nI Can Help
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/trunk-or-treat-2025/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church,Kids Ministries
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251101T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251130T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
CREATED:20251112T200338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T200557Z
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SUMMARY:We Care November
DESCRIPTION:The entire month of November we’re emphasizing our partnership with We Care Pregnancy Clinic. Please pick up a baby bottle – fill with change\, cash\, checks and return by November 30. Also\, there’s an opportunity to support a client family of We Care by selecting a name from the tree in the foyer. Purchase & wrap presents for each family member and return to the church by November 30. The presents will be distributed at “Christ Case Fest” on December 7.
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/we-care-november-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251107T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T160620Z
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SUMMARY:Intercultural Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Our church will be supplying main dishes\, fruit and dessert for the Network of Nations Cafe. Which takes place at Immanuel Lutheran Church in DeKalb. More details to follow.
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/intercultural-cafe-4/
LOCATION:Immanuel Lutheran Church\, 511 Russell Rd A\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church,Missions
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251108T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251108T203000
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SUMMARY:Practice the Pause
DESCRIPTION:This is a women’s ministry event for the ladies of FBC. It is a worship and scripture-filled evening designed to help you slow down before the rush of the holiday season to experience what matters most – Jesus. Bring a dessert to share!
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/practice-the-pause/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251130T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251130T100000
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SUMMARY:Hymn Sing
DESCRIPTION:9:00 – 10:15am in the gym. Gather before the worship service to sing hymns.
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/hymn-sing-4/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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SUMMARY:Ladies Christmas Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Dec. 6 | 9:00-11:00am … It’s our holiday tradition! Gather with the women of FBC to celebrate the joy of Jesus’s birth. Bring a breakfast dish to pass\, and enjoy fellowship during this Christmas season. \nRSVP
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/ladies-christmas-breakfast/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251214T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251214T120000
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SUMMARY:Kids Christmas Choir / Pancake Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Pancake Breakfast … 9:15-10:15am  free … love offerings will be accepted and will be used to help fund youth retreats \nKids Christmas Choir … during the 10:30am service
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/kids-christmas-choir-pancake-breakfast/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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ORGANIZER;CN="First Baptist Church":MAILTO:office@cometofirst.com
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251224T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251224T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
CREATED:20251112T191022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251224T172411Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Service
DESCRIPTION:December 24\, 7pm  |  A time to gather for carols\, testimonies and more as we celebrate the birth of Jesus. Invite friends\, neighbors and family! Can’t be there in person? Join us online!
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/christmas-eve-service/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260110T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260110T110000
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CREATED:20251229T160638Z
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SUMMARY:God's Kingdom in a Material World
DESCRIPTION:Refocus your heart and mind on God’s provision\, generosity\, and abundance in our consumer-driven culture. Continental breakfast is provided before the workshop. Stuff Swap follows 10:30-11:30am. Join us for one or both. Share your items and find some new treasures! Sorry\, there’s no early drop-off for your stuff\, and everything needs to be taken home at the end of the day. Just bring your items\, swap away\, and grab anything that catches your eye. This is for FBC women only. For planning purposes\, please let us know if you’re able to join us. \nI’ll Be There
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/gods-kingdom-in-a-material-world/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260215T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260215T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
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SUMMARY:Annual Chili Cook Off
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Chili Cook-Off is held each year to raise awareness of our church’s work on the mission field! Everyone is invited to this FREE event. Love offerings go to support our short-term missions programs. Prizes are given in 3 categories: Chili\, Soup\, and Presentation/Display.\nFor planning purposes\, please let us know if you’re planning on attending and whether you’re entering an item \nSign Up!\n\nIf you’re entering the competition  … Bring all of your own supplies for your food and display such as:\n\nan extension cord for your crock pot\na ladle for your chili or soup (label it!)\nfixings (sour cream/cheese/crackers etc.)\ntape for your display/sign\n\nSetup of your display begins at 9:00am on February 15
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/annual-chili-cook-off/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260221T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
CREATED:20260115T174611Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Men's Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2nd Annual Men’s Conference focuses on helping men in their everyday lives. Special guest speaker will be Tim Baldal\, and then your choice of elective. Cost is $10.  We conclude with lunch. \nSign Up!
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/annual-mens-conference/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Men's Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260227T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260227T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
CREATED:20260115T175505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T175645Z
UID:14184-1772213400-1772224200@www.cometofirst.com
SUMMARY:Intercultural Cafe
DESCRIPTION:We have the privilege of serving at the Network of Nations Intercultural Café on Friday\, February 27. 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. \nPLEASE LET US KNOW HOW YOU CAN HELP!  I Want to Help! \nHere is what we need: At least 15 Casseroles\, Soup\, and Vegetarian Main Dishes\, and at least 10 Fresh Fruit and Dessert dishes. We are 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 of at Immanuel Lutheran Church by 5:45pm on Friday\, February 27. \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/intercultural-cafe-5/
LOCATION:Immanuel Lutheran Church\, 511 Russell Rd A\, DeKalb\, IL\, 60115\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260301T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260301T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T181033Z
UID:14189-1772366400-1772371800@www.cometofirst.com
SUMMARY:Harvest Hour
DESCRIPTION:One hour of time spent focusing on personal evangelism consisting of training\, practice\, discussion\, prayer\, and encouragement as we seek to harvest what God has laid before us.
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/harvest-hour/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260307T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
CREATED:20251229T161441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T173543Z
UID:14099-1772874000-1772892000@www.cometofirst.com
SUMMARY:From Burden to Blessing
DESCRIPTION:From Burden to Blessing: Tools for Embracing Your God-Given Call to Care and and Lead – Whether in family\, career\, or ministry service\, we are often called to care for and lead others. During this mini-retreat\, learn how God transforms these burdens into profound blessings\, and gain Biblical tools for your unique work. Lunch will be provided\, and breakout sessions will take us deeper into specific roles. PLEASE NOTE: in order to provide the correct number of lunches to the caterer\, you need to register by March 1. If you register after March 1\, we ask that you bring a sack lunch. \nPlease let us know if you’re able to join us! \nI’ll Be There!
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/from-burden-to-blessing/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Ministry
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.cometofirst.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/From-Burden-to-Blessing.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260315T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260315T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
CREATED:20260128T155136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T174925Z
UID:13815-1773576000-1773581400@www.cometofirst.com
SUMMARY:Exploring First
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about our church and church membership at this 2 hour gathering. Snacks will be provided.
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/exploring-first-5/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260329T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260329T101500
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CREATED:20251230T192016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T192016Z
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SUMMARY:5th Sunday Hymn Sing
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join in a 5th Sunday Hymn Sing in the gym at 9:00am …
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/5th-sunday-hymn-sing-3/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260329T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260329T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
CREATED:20260225T183401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T183401Z
UID:14304-1774807200-1774812600@www.cometofirst.com
SUMMARY:The Passover Experience
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Ancient Biblical Meal that Points to Jesus the Messiah … 
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/the-passover-experience/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.cometofirst.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/The-Passover-Experience-2.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260502T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
CREATED:20251229T162156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T162156Z
UID:14102-1777712400-1777719600@www.cometofirst.com
SUMMARY:Worth Celebrating
DESCRIPTION:Worth Celebrating: Women’s Ministry End of Year Gathering – Join us in remembering and celebrating all God accomplished in and through our community of women this year\, with a build-your-own bouquet bar\, coffee bar\, and live music. This is a great opportunity to celebrate with the women in your life or take some time for yourself just before Mother’s Day. \nI’ll Be There!
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/worth-celebrating/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:Women's Ministry
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.cometofirst.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Worth-Celebrating-May-2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260503T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260503T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T220812
CREATED:20260115T181425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T181644Z
UID:14193-1777820400-1777825800@www.cometofirst.com
SUMMARY:Harvest Hour
DESCRIPTION:One hour of time spent focusing on personal evangelism consisting of training\, practice\, discussion\, prayer\, and encouragement as we seek to harvest what God has laid before us.
URL:https://www.cometofirst.com/event/harvest-hour-2/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 530 W State St\, Sycamore\, IL\, 60178\, United States
CATEGORIES:All-Church
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.cometofirst.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Harvest-Hour-May-3.png
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