FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
OF WEST TOWNSEND

The First Baptist Church
of West Townsend, MA
is a Bible-believing church
that values biblical preaching,
Christian education,
and community service.

Organized in 1827

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WHAT WE BELIEVE

Please take a look at our Church Covenant and our Statement of Faith
to learn more about what we believe.

Church Covenant

Statement of Faith

SERVICES

We are currently providing in person services every Sunday at 11:00 AM.

WORSHIPING TOGETHER

We gather as a congregation every Sunday morning at 11:00 AM. We worship our Lord together through Bible scripture reading, scriptural preaching, and congregational singing.

We celebrate Communion, on the first Sunday of each month. *3/1/26

PRAYER MEETING

Prayer Meeting is held in person every Thursday evening at 6:30 PM.
Please come join us in prayer.

To send a prayer request, email:

FirstBaptistChurchWT
@gmail.com

COMMUNITY SUPPER

Please join us on the last Wednesday of every month from 5:00 - 7:00 PM for some good food and fellowship! *FEBRUARY 25*

We are also happy to provide take-out dinners for those who are unable to dine inside with us.

Our community suppers are always free.

For I was hungry
and you gave me something to eat,

I was thirsty
and you gave me something to drink,

I was a stranger and you invited me in.

Matthew 25:35

NEWS and NOTES

~ Pastorship~

David Jakubiak has stepped down from his position as pastor of our church.

We are very blessed that David and his family plan to remain as active members of our church. David has been a great resource in our search for an interim pastor and we are very thankful for his help during this transitional time for our church.

Our diaconate is here for you for any questions or concerns you may have. We are very thankful for the men who have stepped up to preach during this time of transition.

Sunday, November 2 Pastor Ron Sylvester spoke and answered questions about the possibility of his serving as our intentional interim pastor.

On Sunday, November 16 the church membership voted to accept Pastor Ron in the position.

Ron Sylvester is an intentional interim pastor certified through the Interim Ministry Network. He has been a collegiate level instructor, a senior pastor of two churches, and an interim pastor of seven churches. The leadership team had the pleasure of meeting with him and his wife, Paula after service on Sept. 28. Below is some information including his statement of faith and his testimony.

Pastor Ron Sylvester Info

Pastor Ron and his wife, Paula

CALENDAR

* Adult Bible Study on Sunday mornings at 9:45 am downstairs.

* Monthly Women's Prayer Meeting * Feb date TBA

All women are welcome to join us downstairs for intentional prayer time.

See Jamie Whelan or Jenn Fessenden with any questions.

Weekly Bulletin and Hymn Lyrics

Lord, You know the ache I carry for the people I love and where they stand with You. That concern follows me through ordinary days and quiet moments, and You see how deeply I care for their hearts.

I bring them to You again today, not with fear or pressure, but with trust.

I am learning that their journey does not rest on my words, my timing or my ability to say everything just right. It rests in Your grace. You are the One who draws hearts, opens eyes, and works in ways I cannot see. Help me release the weight of feeling responsible for what only You can do.

Teach me to love without an agenda, to stay connected without anxiety, and to be present without fear. Let my life reflect peace, patience and genuine faith. When I am tempted to rush or worry, remind me that You are never hurried and never absent.

Go where I cannot go. Speak in moments I will never witness. Work gently and faithfully in their lives. Hold my heart while I wait, and replace my worry with quiet confidence in You.

I trust You with those I love.

I trust You with the timing.

And I trust You with the work only You can do.

In Jesus Name, Amen.

Ways to Give

Online Giving

If God has laid it on your heart to give financially,
we have provided a link below.

www/#/tithely/give-one-time/7110920

"So we ourselves should support them so that we can be their partners as they teach the truth."

3 John 1: 8

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