February 2026 Newsletter

TALK OF THE TOWN

THE PLACE YOU BELONG THE SPACE YOU CAN THRIVE

TALK OF THE TOWN

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Keep up with all things FIBC via our monthly Talk of the Town Newsletter!

Want to send the newsletter to someone? Email us at info@fibcaz org

CALENDAR OF EVENTS CALENDAR OF EVENTS PRAYER & BIBLE STUDY PRAYER & BIBLE STUDY

First Sunday - The Lord’s Supper

Choir Interest Meeting

Installation Leadership Session with Dr. Phillip Pointer

Installation Revival with Dr. Phillip Pointer

Praise Team & Band Rehearsal

Pre-Installation Service

Installation Service

Deacons Ministry Meeting

Second Sunday

Praise Team & Band Rehearsal

General Mission Circle Meetings

Third Sunday

Ash Wednesday Service

Praise Team &Band Rehearsal

Praise Team & Band Rehearsal

Women’s Ministry Meeting

Charles Favors Home Alone Meeting

Fourth Sunday - Baptism Sunday

Praise Team & Band Rehearsal

New Member Class

Intercessory Prayer

Sundays and Wednesdays

In-Person & Online

We invite you to unite with us in prayer on Sundays before worship services and Wednesdays before Bible Study.

Noon Bible Study & Prayer Wednesdays at 11:30 a m In-Person & 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

The Noon Day Bible Study remains on selah until Wednesday, March 4. We invite you to join a Sunday Bible Studies class until Wednesday Bible Study returns

Sunday Bible Studies at 8 a m , Worship at 9 a m

Birthdays and anniversaries are recognized on the FIRST SUNDAY

Baptism is held every FOURTH SUNDAY, 8 a.m. class, 9 a.m. baptism, contact a Deacons Ministry member if you are interested in getting baptism Prayer requests should be sent to Pastor Jordan Hampton in the office

Meetings with Pastor Ty should be scheduled through Lucy Reyes, Executive

Assistant to the Senior Pastor

REMINDERS FROM THE ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF REMINDERS FROM THE ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Wednesday Morning Prayer

2026 calendar dates. All ministries should send calendar dates, including monthly meetings, to the appropriate Staff Pastor for approval BEFORE submitting a Ministry Request Form Update your membership record. Giving statements will be made available early next year and members are responsible for updating contact information, including email and U.S. mailing addresses to ensure proper delivery.

Connect with Pastor Ty Wednesday mornings as part of the new series, Wednesdays with Intent. This is your opportunity to unite with others around the nation in prayer beginning at 6 a m (Arizona time)

Meet Pastor Ty on YouTube and bring your concerns Click here to join the YouTube channel You can also send Pastor Ty your prayer request by texting him at 901-295-0369

ervice Times have Changed

t your clock and add a reminder because our Worship Experience ow begins at 9 a.m. Bible Study will begin at 8 a.m. The new worship

me also means the D R E A M Zone for children and youth will open at 45 a m with check-in in The Hope Center Gym

Join the DREAM TEAM!

We're building a DREAM TEAM of engaged volunteers and you ca the excitement! Please take a moment to let us know where you to serve and we'll get you connected by clicking this link.

We want to see every member serving in ministry and that starts you joining the DREAM TEAM today.

Witness the historic installation of First Institutional Baptist Church’s next leader. We invite you and your entire family to join us for the installation celebration of Dr Robert “Ty” Jones as Senior Pastor

With high praise, worship and dynamic preaching and teaching, there is something for everyone to celebrate with Pastor Jones, First Lady Nakeisha and the entire FIBC church family taking place this January and February.

INSTALLATION CELEBRATION ACTIVITES

Installation Worship Services

Friday, February 6 – Sunday, February 8

Join us for a weekend of consecration, prayer, praise and worship as we formally welcome our Senior Pastor and First Lady into the FIBC family

Installation Revival Wednesday, February 4

Join us for the final week of powerful preaching, teaching, praise and worship as we revive, reset and renew our collective spirits

FIND YOUR PLACE IN MINISTRY, THRIVE AND SERVE FIND YOUR PLACE IN MINISTRY, THRIVE AND SERVE

While planning is already underway for our installation celebration, we need you! Take a moment to pray about where you would like to serve and let us know. From the parking lot to the pulpit, we need every member volunteering their time and talents as we welcome our new Pastoral Family and all our guests.

Answer the call and join a DREAM TEAM ministry today by clicking here FIBC is truly the place where you and your family belong and the space where you can thrive

INSTALLATION REVIVAL GUEST PREACHERS INSTALLATION REVIVAL GUEST PREACHERS

Wednesday, February 4

Dr Phillip Pointer

Senior Pastor, Saint Mark Baptist Church, Little Rock, Arkansas

Dr. Pointer will also facilitate a leadership development session with key ministry leaders at 1 p m in The Hope Center Community Room

INSTALLATION WORSHIP GUEST PREACHERS

Friday, February 6

Dr Howard John Wesley

Senior Pastor, Alfred Street Baptist Church, Alexandria, Virginia

Saturday, February 7

Reverend Robert C. Jones

Senior Pastor, Keel Avenue Baptist Church & Hill Chapel Baptist Church, Memphis, Tennessee

Nursery and toddler care during our installation celebration will be provided, as scheduled Services will be in-person and streamed live

CELEBRATE PASTOR TY’S INSTALLATION BY PLACING A CELEBRATION AD

As part of the celebration we are creating a digital commemorative journal and you are invited to participate by placing an ad welcoming Pastor Ty. Use this link to access the advertising package options, including pricing and deadlines If you have any questions, please call the office

Monthly Men’s Ministry Meeting

Looking to connect with like-minded men? Looking to find a community of believers, working in ministry? Consider connected with the FIBC Men’s Ministry.

Meetings are held on the second TUESDAY of each month at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

Meeting ID: 921 286 4854

Passcode: 1141fibc

Monthly Women’s Ministry Meeting

The FIBC Women’s Ministry wants to meet every woman where they are, no matter your age or stage and invites you to come out for their monthly ministry meeting

The gathering is held on the third SATURDAY of each month at 11 a.m., sometimes inperson and sometimes via Zoom. You can check the church calendar for meeting

New Member Class

The next opportunity for you to learn more about FIBC, who we are, what we believe and why we believe it, is coming up The next Disciple U New Member Class will take place on Saturday, February 28. If you ’ re interested in attending, please call the office.

Choir Interest Meeting

Interested in making a joyful noise? Consider joining the FIBC Choir! Our new Director of Worship and Arts wants to meet with anyone interested in ministering on Sunday, February 1 following service in the sanctuary.

This is your opportunity to learn more about the ministry, our leader and his vision for the choir, so make plans to stick around

R.N. Nesby Scholarship Applications Now Available

The 2026 R.N. Nesby Scholarship application season is now open! Our ministry has scholarship opportunities available in a variety of ways;

Incoming 9th grader

Current high school and college students Students in seminary

There is even a scholarship available to non FIBC members from our community!

Use this link to see the applications and deadlines. You can also contact a ministry member with questions.

In addition to scholarships offered through this ministry, we also provide information on scholarships and fellowships available from other partner organizations.

Credit Union West Scholarship Program - $2,000 each, apply by March 31, 2026

If you have a scholarship you’d like to share with our congregation, please email tlewis@fibcaz org

MEN’S CORNER

Connect with the FIBC Men’s Ministry

MEN’S SPOTLIGHT

The Men's Ministry wishes to formally recognize Brother Richard Hudson for his outstanding and principled leadership of the ministry. Last year, the ministry experienced one of its most successful years.

Executed the 2025 FIBC Church theme

Met the objective of the ministry theme: No Man is Left Behind

Conducted a fruitful Men’s Retreat

Coordinated efforts to integrate the church APP into ministry activity

Helped develop the new leadership structure of three squad year rotation

CONNECT WITH THE MEN’S MINISTRY

Bible Study Opportunities

This year, the ministry is studying from the book, “Unleashed: Releasing God’s Glorious Kingdom in and Through You," by Dr. Tony Evans. You are welcome to join the ministry on Sundays at 8 a.m.

Monthly Meetings

The men gather on the second TUESDAY of each month at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.

Meeting ID: 921 286 4854

Passcode: 1141fibc

Opportunities to Serve

We want to see men serving in all ways, always and there is a place for you in ministry at FIBC. From the Men’s of Presence Ushers to security, teachers and more, we invite every man to consider joining Pastor Ty’s DREAM TEAM and get connected to a ministry today.

Upcoming Ministry Engagement Opportunities in 2026

Super Bowl Fellowship | Saturday, February 8, 2026

Location: TBA

Church Center

Stay up-to-date with everything happening in the Men’s Ministry! Join the Men’s Ministry Group in the FIBC APP today.

Download instructions at fibcaz.org and search “Men’s Ministry” in groups. Call the church office if you need connecting support.

Women’s Corner Women’s Corner

CONNECT WITH THE FIBC WOMEN’S MINISTRY

Dear Women of God,

I want to extend heartfelt thanks to every woman who has answered the call and is serving in ministry in any capacity As we enter this new year, we need you!

The FIBC Women’s Ministry will meet on the third Saturday of each month at 11 a.m. Some meetings will be held in-person, others on Zoom We are working on developing our calendar for the year, establishing committees and working on supporting the key initiatives laid out by Pastor Ty.

Your presence, ideas and participation are vital as we move forward in purpose and unity. If you have any questions, please reach out.

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Focus FIBCO in

Services, Inc. focuses on five primary program areas:

Quality Food by providing free meal options to individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.

Clothing distribution by providing clothing to those in need.

Affordable housing by offering safe and affordable housing to low-income individuals through a partnership with HUD African Immigrant and Refugee Support by providing resources and support to African immigrants and refugees.

Health and Healthcare by addressing healthcare disparities and improving access to care.

Executive Director

Director

I am pleased to report that FIBCO Family Services, Inc. is continuing to impact lives in the greater Phoenix area.

I am pleased to report that FIBCO Family Services, Inc is continuing to impact lives in the greater Phoenix area.

A big THANK YOU to all our FIBCO volunteers

A big THANK YOU to all our FIBCO volunteers.

Thank you to everyone who has donated items to our various campaigns and efforts. We accept donations at any time.

Your continued support of FIBCO Family Services, Inc. is making a difference in the Greater Phoenix area.

Your continued support of FIBCO Family Services, Inc. is making a difference in the Greater Phoenix area. From the

FIBCO Family Services served a total of 1,315 individuals through food and clothing distributions in December 2025. In total, FIBCO served a total of 26,975 individuals throughout our mobile food distribution, Mini-Market, and LADS lunch bag program. In addition, 3,777 individuals benefited from our clothing distribution program.

FIBCO’s Mini-Market is now open to the community! All church members in need are welcome to come! The Mini-Market is open on Tuesdays and Fridays from 10:30am to 12:30pm.

STAY CONNECTED TO FIBCO FAMILY SERVICES, INC.

(602) 258-1998 fibcoadmin@gmail.com

Akilah Stewart Akilah Stewart

A big THANK You to all of our FIBCO Volunteers. In December 2025, they contributed 364 volunteer hours! We couldn’t do it without you!

In December, FIBCO held a Volunteer Holiday Luncheon in appreciation for all of their hard work and dedication throughout the year.

LEARN MORE ABOUT FIBCO WATCH THIS VIDEO

DONATION DRIVE ALERT!

Old prescription bottles needed!

Please donate any old prescription bottles to be used to give out shampoo and body wash.

Peel all labels off and drop off to FIBCO on Tuesdays, Wednesday, and Fridays from 8am- 1pm to a volunteer or ask for Akilah Stewart.

Community Events Community Events

UPCOMING MINISTRY & OUTREACH OPPORTUNITIES

Stay in t he Know Stay in t he Know

VOLUNTEER | SERVE | GIVE | SHARE VOLUNTEER | SERVE | GIVE | SHARE

ers Needed

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

Open Staff Positions

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:

Various Family Life (Student Ministries) positions

Visit our website for information on how to apply

#didyouknow FIBC has a YouTube Channel? Did you know you can watch our services and Bible Studies live from your smart device, including a tv, on YouTube? Don't forget, we’ve moved all our streaming to YouTube. You can enjoy worship services, bible studies and other special events and programs, streamed direct to a television or any smart device.

Stay in t he Know Stay in t he Know

Ways to Give

Whether worshiping in person or online, you have the opportunity to give generously through tithes and offering. Your generous support of FIBC goes a long way in helping us fulfill our mission, vision and purpose.

Ways to Give:

U.S. Mail or In-Person (1141 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85034)

CashAPP using the tag $FIBCAZ Online at fibcaz.org and click on "Give"

Legacy Giving

As part of your giving, consider making a contribution to the FIBC Legacy Endowment. Established to cultivate life-long support of our mission and ministries, this is a key component of our stewardship ministry and vital in ensuring the perpetuity of FIBC.

There are several ways you can contribute to the endowment. For more information visit our website or call the church office.

er Contact Information Update

information up to date with the office? Do we have your mailing address, email and telephone number? As we e to enter a time of transition, we need you to verify update your contact information

bcaz org for information on how you can affirm your ership or call the office

TALK OF THE TOWN

THE PLACE YOU BELONG THE SPACE YOU CAN THRIVE

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 -4:00 p m

FIBCO FAMILY SERVICES, INC ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE HOURS: Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 10:30 a m -12:30 p m

WORSHIP AND BIBLE STUDY TIMES: Sunday Worship: 9 a.m.

Children & Youth Worship: 9 a.m.

Sunday Bible Studies: 8 a.m.

African Worship Service: 9:30 a.m.

Wednesday Pre-Noonday Prayer and Bible Study: 11:30 a.m. & 12:00 p.m. (noon)

Senior Pastor Elect -Dr Robert “Ty” Jones Ext 2210

Executive Director of Operations - Bro Deangelo D Hall Ext 2205 | dhall@fibcaz org

Pastor of Family Life - The Rev Thomas Claiborn, IV Ext 2206 | tclaiborn@fibcaz org

Pastor of Congregational Care and Outreach - The Rev Jordan Hampton Ext 2228 | jhampton@fibcaz org

Creative Director of Worship and Arts - Bro Christian Branham cbranham@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

FIBCO Family Services, Inc. Executive Director - Akilah Stewart akilah stewart@fibco org

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