This Week’s Edition of FN3..
2026 CHURCH THEME: Forging Ahead Confident That God Is In Control.
Focus Scriptures:
2 Chronicles 20:12, 15, & 22 – 30; Exodus 14:21; Psalm 31:14&15; Psalm 33:20-22; Psalm 91:15; Nehemiah 4:15; Nehemiah 8:10; Mark 12:36; John 16:33; 2 Timothy 1:7; Hebrews 13:5; Revelation 12:11
Hymn: “The Lord Will Make A Way Somehow”
Song: He’s Never Failed Me Yet by CeCe Winans
SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSONS: Jan 4, Ezekiel: Holiness Honors God, Ezekiel 43:1-12; Jan 11, Daniel: Faithfulness Under Pressure, Daniel 1:8-21; Jan 18, Hosea: Israel’s Disobedience and God’s Redemption, Hosea 11:1-11; Jan 25, Joel: God’s Judgment on Nations, Joel 3:9-16; Feb. 1, Amos: True Worship, Amos
5:14-15, 18-27; Feb 8, Jonah: God Is Merciful, Jonah 4:1-11; Feb 15, Micah: God Is Compassionate, Micah 7:14-20; Feb 22, Habakkuk: God Promises Salvation, Habakkuk 3:2-6, 17-19.
BIBLE STUDY: Bible study is Wednesdays at 6:15 p.m. on your favorite platform. Join facilitators Rev. Hazel Reese, Rev. M’lilian Scott and Reginald Sadler as they lead a study based on our 2026 theme focus scriptures.
JOINT MINISTRIES: Deacons and Trustees meet Jan. 18 at 5 p.m.
WINTER REVIVAL – Jan 19-21, forums begin at 6 pm
SOUPER BOWL/JERSEY SUNDAY – Jan 25
ANNUAL CHURCH CONFERENCE – Jan. 25
SEEKING CHOIR MEMBERS: Do you love to sing? Feel called to lift your voice in praise? We’re inviting YOU to join our amazing choir! Whether you’re a seasoned singer or just starting out, there’s a place for you. Come share your gift, grow in fellowship and make a joyful noise! Don’t miss out—let’s make music
together for His glory! Contact: fnbcmusicministry@gmail.com
CAN WE TALK?: The Women Mentoring Young Ladies Ministry presents Can We Talk for young ladies in grades 3-12. The next session—School Success—is Jan 13 at 6:30, lower fellowship hall. Presenters are Ayanna Scriven and Callie McGill-Thomas.
GIRL SCOUT COOKIES: It’s that favorite time of the year! Girl Scouts Cookies! To order your favorite(s), see one of the Girl Scouts leaders or contact the church office.
SNEAKER BALL: Our Youth Department's Sneaker Ball – “Faith Kicks Strong.” Calling all youth! Get ready for an unforgettable night of faith, fun, and fresh kicks at our first-ever Sneaker Ball—created especially for young people ages 5 to 18. Tickets are available now at the media desk for a small donation of $12 per person or $15 for two tickets when purchased together. This event is designed as a special experience focused on our youth. To help us create a safe and engaging environment, attendance is reserved for youth participants. Kindergarten through 2nd-grade attendees must be accompanied by a ticketed parent or adult who will remain on-site. So grab your faith, invite your friends, and lace up your flyest sneakers—because this year, we’re walking in victory! Saturday, Jan 24, 6:30-9 p.m., S.C Prince Hall Grand Lodge, 2334 Gervais St., across from the sanctuary.
SAVE THE DATE: The Pastor’s Aid Ministry announces its annual First Lady’s Breakfast Feb 21 st , 8:30 a.m.-10:30 am, BN Scott Fellowship Hall. Details coming!
HEALTHCARE AND WELLNESS: Our Healthcare and Wellness Ministry reminds us that January is National Thyroid Awareness Month. According to the American Thyroid Association, 1 in 10 people suffer from a thyroid disorder. They also found that at least 1 in 8 women will develop a thyroid disorder during her lifetime. Thyroid disease refers to a number of conditions that affect how the gland functions. The thyroid can be either overactive or underactive and both conditions can lead to health problems. Thyroid conditions are all treatable.
TAX STATEMENTS: Tax season is almost here. Automatic mail out of tax statements occurs for annual donations of $250 or more in accordance with IRS regulations. Statements for donations less than $250 are available upon request. To ensure timely receipt of your tax statement, please ensure we have your current information on file. If you would like to receive your tax statement/and a detailed payment schedule via email, please contact the Financial Secretary at 803 771-2898 or via email at
fsfnbc@gmail.com.
ANNUAL SESSION PNBC: The 65 th annual session of the Progressive National Baptist Convention convenes July 19-23 in Washington, DC. Registration and travel details coming soon.
Youth Newsletter: The latest edition of The Nazzy—-our youth newsletter is available here.
TUTORING: The Village Initiative is offering in-person and virtual after-school tutoring for students in grades 2-12, in math, science and ELA. Sessions are Monday-Thursday, 4 p.m.-7 p.m. To register, call 803-210-6939 or email the greaterwaverly@gmail.com
FIRST PAGES: If you are a small business owner or entrepreneur, provide professional services or skilled services, Join First Pages. Get listed in our online directory of goods and services offered by First Nazareth members. Drop your business card in the receptacle at the media desk or call the church office. If you don’t have a card, provide a brief written description of your goods or services.