What a month January was for the pastor and people of FIBC! With the help of the Lord, we made it to end of the first month of 2023. Much obliged, Father God. From introducing our 2023 FIBC Theme in four messages to celebrating the 94th birthday of Dr Martin Luther King, Jr to hosting the Progressive National Baptist Convention, Inc , the denominational home of Dr. King, to being invited to welcome Vice President Kamala Harris and her husband to the Valley of the Sun to our awesome Generations Weekend with our children and youth leading the way in play and worship, I believe WE ARE SHIFTING TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE LORD’S “BUT”, even though we live in a left-sided world.
Tragically, we are grieved by the horrific murder of another young Black man, Brother Tyre Nichols, at the hands of police, this time, at least, five Black Memphis police officers I have added to this newsletter the powerful, prophetic and pastoral statement by President David R Peoples of the Progressive National Baptist Convention, Inc. I agree wholeheartedly with his statement. There is much work for us to do to change the culture of policing in the USA to be fair and just, particularly for Black folk and other people of color.
We are excited about February at FIBC since it is African-American Heritage Month as well as “Revival Time” at FIBC. Our 2023 FIBC Theme Focus is LET’S SHIFT TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE LORD’S “BUT” AS A CHOSEN PEOPLE! You and I have a “dual chosenness”: (1) chosen by God as His special people and (2) a chosen race of African descent. Please allow our being chosen, at least, twice, to move us through February.
Keep the faith and be encouraged!
Pastor Stewart
A Call to Prayer
January 2, 7pm
In-Person and Online
This first Tuesday prayer service is an opportunity for you to join with others in our congregation and beyond and bring your concerns to the altar. You're welcome to join us in-person in The Hope Center Chapel or online via Zoom for this hourlong prayer service.
Zoom ID: 602 258 1998, Passcode: 1141
Noon Bible Study & Prayer Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. Online
Each Wednesday you're invited to grab your lunch and Bible and join us for prayer and Bible Study in the middle of the day
Congregational prayer begins at 11:30 a.m., followed by Bible Study at noon. We're studying from the book, "Play with Fire," and you don't want to miss these hot topic discussions. This class is held via Zoom, so you can join from anywhere
Zoom ID: 602 258 1998 Passcode: 1141
Wednesdays at 7 p m
Online
Season 3 of Breaking Bread with the Pastors returns on Feb. 22. You're invited to join the discussion each night on the FIBC Streaming Platforms
We're addressing cultural topics, making the Biblical connection and providing the Christian response Share your thoughts and join us in prayer.
February 1 & 8
January 29
Let’s continue our shift this year as part of Revival 2023! We’re excited to welcome two dynamic guest preachers to FIBC; Dr. E. L. Branch and the Rev. Kenneth Curry on Wednesday, Feb. 1 and 8, live, in-person and on the FIBC Streaming Platforms
On Wednesday, Feb. 1, join us as we welcome Dr E L Branch, Pastor Emeritus of Third New Hope Baptist Church in Detroit, Michigan, and on Wednesday, Feb. 8 we are excited to welcome The Reverend Kenneth C. Curry, Jr., Senior Pastor of Friendship Baptist Church, Yorba Linda, California.
February is Black History Month, and we celebrate African-American Heritage on Sunday, Feb. 12. Join us as we continue our reflective and intentional shift in 2023, looking back and honoring our past, but pushing forward to the future that we ’ re creating with the Lord’s help
You are welcome to wear African attire and join us live, in-person and on the FIBC Streaming Platforms on Sunday, Feb 12 at 7:30 a.m. and 11 a.m. for African-American Heritage Sunday
The Monday night Women's Bible Study class will start a new book this month. "Seasons of a Woman's Life" the Bible Study leads readers through a series of Biblical principles that help you navigate the seasons of your life. The Women's Bible Study class meets on Mondays at 7 p m via Zoom
Zoom ID: 924 967 7804 Passcode: 636767
Black people have maintained their joy even in times when it seems they shouldn’t. Our joy is defiant. We invite you to join us on Wednesday, Feb. 15 for this special production that combines black literature, songs and poetry that’s rooted in our traditions, and emphasizes how throughout history Black people have found ways to express joy in spite of.
Featuring an inter-generational cast, joy is at the center of our celebration and we invite you to join us for Defiant Joy: an African American Storytelling Production on Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 6:30 p.m.
Active, Older & Tech is a free, monthly lunch & learn series open to older adults who want to learn about tech-related topics launching this month. We're excited and want you to join us on Friday, Feb. 10 at 11 a.m. as we cover various topics from data privacy, to purchasing the best cell phone and more.
This month's topic is Managing your privacy. If you're concerned about online privacy join us for tips and expert advice on the best way to protect your online identity, including passwords, banking and social media.
This month's presenters are Earl Hinkle, FIBC's IT Manager and Sr Information Security Architect, Quality Health and Tracy Lewis, FIBC's Social Media Manager and Owner/Operator, Nikki Ironwood, LLC. Space is limited for this community-event so use the QR code to register or visit fibcaz.org/active-older-tech.
FIBC has partnered with Arc Health to offer preventative health services to our members and wider community We are one of 33 churches around the country who are piloting this preventative health program, creating a new healthcare opportunity in our community.
Joining this program means you will receive a personalized care plan that will cover the next 5 years After you sign-up you will receive information on how to access our on-campus health pod where you can meet with medical professionals and receive your annual wellness check-up. There is no co-pay or deductible.
It is a one-on-one discussion with health care professionals about your goals and concerns.
It is an opportunity to review or create a wellness plan. It is a free service to maximize your wellness.
You must have had Medicare Part B coverage for more than 12 months, and not had a Medicare Initial Physical Exam or Annual Wellness Visit within the last year. If other services are provided or lab work is ordered during the visit, those will be billed at the normal rate.
Your AWV is still free.
We are in the sign-up phase of this initiative You can sign-up by calling the church office
Have you been reading the monthly Mayo Clinic Medical Minute? Each month we present and highlight medical issues and education in the African American community.
These monthly medical minutes, posted on the third Sunday of each month and in partnership with Mayo Clinic, seek to provide information and resources on topics that matter in our community.
It's a new year and a new opportunity for FIBC! We're shifting in 2023 and January kick started that shift in an epic way Our Senior Pastor launched his theme message series, we hosted the Mid-Winter Board Meeting of the Progressive National Baptist Convention, our Women's Ministry held its first reorganization meeting and Generations Sunday included a tailgating fellowship We were blessed this January
FIBC WE'RE SHIFTING!
FIBC WE'RE SHIFTING!
stries are continuing to make the transition ife on the FIBC campus and that means we ore volunteer support. We want you to find e in ministry and serve, and trust and believe, plenty of room for you to use your gifts and
need of volunteers for ministries like the Security (Ministry of Protection), Multi-Media dent Ministries But there are other places you e Please take the next step by calling the ffice or emailing to let us know you're ready to ministry
Various Family Life (Student Ministries) positions
Receptionist (PT)
Custodian (FT)
As our ministries return to campus, we're also hiring some much needed staff positions. We recently reorganized our staff positions and we are accepting applications for the following positions: Visit
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First Institutional Baptist Church, 1141 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, Arizona 85034
Telephone 602-258-1998 Fax: 602-256-2957
Website: www.fibcaz.org Email: info@fibcaz.org
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE HOURS:
Tuesday-Friday 8:00 a m - 5:00 p m
FIBCO FAMILY SERVICES, INC ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE HOURS:
Tuesday-Friday 9:00 a m -3:00 p m
WORSHIP AND BIBLE STUDY TIMES:
Sunday Worship: 7:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Children & Youth Worship: 9:00 a.m. Sunday Bible Studies: 9:30 a m
African Worship Service: 9:30 a m
Wednesday Afternoon Prayer and Bible Study: 11:30 a m & 12:00 p m (noon)
Wednesday Evening Prayer and Bible Study: 6:30 p m & 7:00 p m
Senior Pastor - Dr Warren H Stewart, Sr
Executive Director of Ministries - Dr Karen E Stewart Ext 2211 | kstewart@fibcaz org
Executive Director of Operations - Bro. Deangelo D. Hall Ext. 2205 | dhall@fibcaz.org
Pastor of Family Life - The Rev April Hawkins Ext 2206 | ahawkins@fibcaz org
Pastor of Congregational Care - The Rev Sharmal Cannon Ext 2228 | scannon@fibcaz org
Pastor of Outreach and Justice - Dr Donta’ McGilvery Ext 2207 | dmcgilvery@fibcaz org
Creative Director of Worship and Arts - Dr. Maurice Terrell mterrell@fibcaz.org
Creative Director of Virtual and Multi-Media - Bro Maarcus Hall Ext 2208 | mhall@fibcaz org
Minister of Pastoral Counseling - Dr Carolyn Watson Ext 2227 | cwatson@fibcaz org