Church Update - March. 12th., 2026

Three Rivers

First Baptist Church

P.O. Box 35, Three Rivers, CA 93271

559-561-4228 Office

559-561-4163 Fax

John 11:16 (NASB)

Therefore Thomas, who is called Didymus, said to his fellow disciples, “Let us also go, so that we may die with Him.”

Weekly Praise and Prayers:

We are in our second month of growing in the Fruit of the Spirit. This month we are focusing on Joy. Praise God for our congregation’s growth in the spiritual Fruit of Love. Pray for continued growth in the spiritual Fruit of Love, and for growth in the spiritual Fruit of Joy.

Praises and Prayer Requests: If you would like to have the church pray for you, fill out a Praise and Prayer Note (in pew pockets) and place it in the offering plate, or email the church at 3rfbc1@gmail.com.  Only those marked “Yes” will be included in the Church Update email. Unmarked requests will be prayed about anonymously.

Church Ministry Opportunities:

Greeters Team: We would like to build a team of people who would like to be part of the Greeters Team. This team will serve from 10:00-10:30 each Sunday to welcome those who attend our Sunday Morning Worship Services. Hopefully we can develop a team that has enough people to develop a schedule. If interested please contact Steve Swinney, Rachelle Ledbetter, or Pastor Joe.

Multi-Media Team: We are in need of 2-3 people who have some computer skills that would be interested in joining the Multi-Media Team to help serve with our Sunday Morning song lyrics presentation. If you are interested please contact Lawrence Cook, Tony Parks or Pastor Joe.

Children’s Team: Two or three people are needed to provide a brief time of child focused learning during the sermon. Materials and guidance provided. If interested, contact Linda Kaercher.

Assignment for The Week

Your assignment for the week, if you choose to receive it: Come to church next week with a verse about belief in Jesus.

Message Prep for Sunday March 15

Read John 11:1-37

Upcoming Events:

Sunday March 15 – It’s Potluck Sunday!

Prayer: 8:30-9:00 AM in the Prayer Room (end of hall, left side)

Bible Basics: 9:00-10:00 AM in the Multi-purpose Room (across from the kitchen).

Bible Basics is a Bible study for adults, currently on the Book of John. Come join us!

Fellowship: 10:00-10:30 AM in the Multipurpose room. Grab a coffee at the kitchen counter and come join us!  You are welcome to bring a snack for yourself or a snack to share with others.

Worship Service: 10:30 AM in the Sanctuary.

St. Patrick’s Green Day Potluck in the Multipurpose room following the worship service. Please bring a dish or side to share as you are able.  Corned Beef will be provided.   

Streaming: Live Streaming will be posted on the church website starting at 10:20 AM

Church Website: https://www.firstbaptist3rivers.com/

Wednesday March 18

Ironman: 5:30-6:30 PM in the Multi-purpose Room (across from the kitchen).

Iron Man is a men’s Bible Study, that typically includes a meal and time of fellowship. Come and be part of this group!

First Baptist Church of Three Rivers Admin Team would love to hear from you. If you have any questions, praises, or prayer needs, please email 3rfbc1@gmail.com, or call the church office: 559-561-4228.