Local Missions
Local Missions/Forney (our Jerusalem)
G.R.O.W. Outreach Ministry
God Rewards Our Work is a method of outreach designed to reach the people in the area of Forney with the message of the gospel of Jesus Christ and to introduce them to the ministries of First Baptist Church of Forney.
Three main approaches to outreach:
- Visitation
- Telephone Calling
- Letter Writing
Every adult and student age member of First Baptist Church is encouraged to serve on one of the four GROW outreach teams which will minister one Tuesday night per month.
- “G” Team – 1st Tuesday
- “R” Team – 2nd Tuesday
- “O” Team – 3rd Tuesday
- “W” team – 4th Tuesday
On a Fifth Tuesday we will observe “Miracle G.R.O.W." night at which any or all teams may participate on a volunteer basis.
Weekly Tuesday Night Schedule
6:20 p.m. Receive assignments
6:30 p.m. Prayer; Visitation, Phone Calling and Letter Writing begins
7:30 p.m. Report Time - A time of celebrating and reporting of the experiences of the evening for all team members
7:40 p.m. Closing prayer
Benevolence Ministry
This ministry helps those in need that are in our community. Throughout the year we will help individuals and families who need a little extra during tough times. Whatever the need is (gas, food, electric bill, clothing, etc) we want to show the love of Jesus Christ by meeting physical needs.
If you are interested in helping out with this ministry email slyle@fbcforney.org
Neighborhood Ministry
The town of Forney has many neighborhoods that are continuing to grow. The neighborhood ministry will list members living in the same neighborhood. As groups form there are opportunities to be involved in various outreach activities such as:
- Neighborhood block parties, cookouts, and socials
- Welcome new residents with a church welcome bag
- Visit prospects for our church that live in your neighborhood
- Share the gospel with your neighbors
- Start a home group bible study
If you are interested in being involved in your neighborhood ministry email slyle@fbcforney.org
Upward Sports Evangelism
Each year our church sponsors Upward sports programs for Basketball, Soccer and Flag Football. Hundreds of families are involved in this program and many of them do not have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. We have a unique opportunity to share the gospel and provide a church home for people right here in our community. Ways that you can help are:
- Prepare and/or deliver outreach bags for players and families
- Go visit a family that is interested in more information on joining the church or how to become a Christian
- Share your testimony during halftime at a game
- Serve as a coach, scorekeeper, referee
To learn more about Upward Sports.
Click here to visit our Sports Ministry page.
Local Construction Projects
Our construction teams will be in position to respond to various needs as they are presented to us from people and churches in our area that need help with repair, clean up and other construction needs.
