Apr
28
4:00 PM16:00
Apr
29
7:00 PM19:00
FBCO For Life: Pro-Life Group
Help us support families in need while discovering new ways to advocate for the sanctity of life!
May
2
5:00 AM05:00
National Day of Prayer 2024
The National Day of Prayer has great significance for us as a nation as it enables us to recall and to teach the way in which our founding fathers sought the wisdom of God when faced with critical decisions. It stands as a call for us to humbly come before God, seeking His guidance for our leaders and His grace upon us as a people.
May
3
6:00 PM18:00
Buddy Break
Buddy Break is a FREE respite program where children, youth and young adults with special needs (VIPs) make new friends, play fun games, enjoy crafts, stories, music and more! Meanwhile, their parents/caregivers can enjoy time away from their ongoing care-giving responsibilities for two hours.
May
4
6:00 PM18:00
High School Banquet
It's that time of year where we honor our seniors by hosting our high school banquet! All high schoolers are invited to celebrate our graduating Seniors with us. The night will include dinner, a time of honoring our Seniors, and photo opportunities.
May
5
6:00 PM18:00
More Than Moms
Come connect with other moms of preschoolers & elementary age kids to find your complete identity as woman, wife, mother and most importantly—a child of God.
May
6
12:00 PM12:00
Senior Adult Luncheon
Come enjoy great food and fellowship while hearing an impactful message from our speaker for the afternoon.
May
8
7:30 PM19:30
2024 - 2025 Annual Budget Q&A
Join us for a Q&A session to ask any questions you may have after reviewing our proposed 2024 - 2025 annual budget.
May
10
6:00 PM18:00
Moms & Sons: Nerf and Nachos Night
Moms and sons in Kindergarten to 5th Grade are invited to join us for a fun night of Nerf and Nachos. We'll begin with a catered Mexican meal and then suit up (with protective eyewear) for some epic Nerf battles and games.
May
12
9:40 AM09:40
Family Dedication + Class
Children are one of God's greatest gifts, and we want to rejoice with you! Let’s celebrate the importance of this new life and join together as a church body to equip and encourage your growing family.
May
19
9:40 AM09:40
2024 - 2025 Annual Budget Vote
Mark your calendars and come to church prepared to vote on our proposed 2024 - 2025 annual budget.
May
19
6:00 PM18:00
Men's Events, Student Events, Women's Events, YA Events, Single Adult Events, Preteen Events, Kids Events
Baptism Night
If you’ve accepted Jesus as your Savior & are ready to take that first step of obedience in Christ, we’d love to help you do just that! Join us for Baptism Night & invite your friends & family to witness this impactful moment in your life! Sign up here to let us know you’re coming.
May
31
6:30 PM18:30
Men's BBQ
Men, come join us for a great night of food and fellowship at our annual Men's BBQ. We'll have plenty of fantastic food from Edley's BBQ, as well as different BBQ sauces for you to try. Vote for your favorite one, and you might win one of our door prizes!
Jun
2
9:00 PM21:00
Summer Kick-Off
We are kicking off the Summer right at First Students! Join us from 6pm-9pm at the FBCO field for fellowship, yard games, and more! Bring $5-10 for food from a local food truck and bring friends that are ready to dig in deep for what God is going to do this Summer!!
Jun
10
to Jun 14
Vacation Bible School 2024
Get ready for a week of adventure at Breaker Rock Beach where kids will learn that God's truth never changes! As they fly kites in the misty seaside air, explore tide pools, and spot orcas and sea lions, kids will be challenged to recognize the difference between the lies (or half-truths) of culture and God's unchanging truth.
Jul
8
to Jul 12
FUGE Camp
Every moment spent at FUGE Camps is intentional. Camp programming is designed to take students out of their normal routine and place them into an environment that is focused on life-change through relationship with Christ. For students who have completed 6th - 8th grade (‘23 - ‘24 school year).
Jul
8
to Jul 12
Student Life Camp
At Student Life Camp, your student will experience God’s Word through engaging worship, sound biblical teaching, and community-building small groups. For students who have completed 9th - 12th Grade (‘23 - ‘24 school year).
Student Life is more than a moment—it’s a movement.
Jul
22
to Jul 26
KLE Summer Connect Camp
Connect Camp is a 5-day camp, Monday - Friday, that focuses on connection to God and others through the love of Christ with activities designed to meet the sensory needs of the participants and growing their understanding of Biblical truths.
Apr
19
6:00 PM18:00
For The Boys - Needed and Wanted
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at "For the Boys" on April 19th at 6 pm! An uplifting message, a roaring bonfire, tasty s'mores, and plenty more excitement. Fathers, your company is both wanted and needed! Join us for a memorable evening of fellowship and joy.
Apr
19
6:00 PM18:00
For The Girls - Needed and Wanted
Join us on April 19th at 6pm for "For the Girls" – an evening designed just for you! Experience a night of heartfelt worship and an empowering message. Filled with exciting giveaways, meaningful fellowship, and delicious food, it's a night you won't want to miss. Mothers, you are not just needed; you are wanted. Let's come together for an inspiring and joyful celebration just for the girls! See you there!
Apr
16
5:00 PM17:00
FBCO Golf League
Golfers needed for a FBCO golf team in the Belleville Area Church Golf League. The league will play on Tuesdays after 5PM from April 16 - August 28 at Cardinal Creek Golf Course, Scott AFB.
Apr
14
6:00 PM18:00
More Than Moms
Come connect with other moms of preschoolers & elementary age kids to find your complete identity as woman, wife, mother and most importantly—a child of God.
Apr
8
12:00 PM12:00
Senior Adult Luncheon
Come enjoy great food and fellowship while hearing an impactful message from our speaker for the afternoon.
Apr
5
6:00 PM18:00
Buddy Break
Buddy Break is a FREE respite program where children, youth and young adults with special needs (VIPs) make new friends, play fun games, enjoy crafts, stories, music and more! Meanwhile, their parents/caregivers can enjoy time away from their ongoing care-giving responsibilities for two hours.
Mar
31
9:40 AM09:40
Easter 2024
Join us for worship at 9:40AM (Blended) or 11AM (Modern) in person or online for Easter Sunday. Let’s celebrate our risen Savior together!
Mar
17
6:00 PM18:00
More Than Moms
Come connect with other moms of preschoolers & elementary age kids to find your complete identity as woman, wife, mother and most importantly—a child of God.
Mar
9
7:00 AM07:00
40 Days for Life
Commit to an hour or more of peaceful, prayerful vigil to end abortion. You can either pray at home on your own or join us on Saturday, March 9 in front of Planned Parenthood in Fairview Heights for FBCO’s Day to Pray. Sign up here to let us know you’ll be praying with us, either in person or from home!
Mar
8
6:00 PM18:00
Buddy Break
Buddy Break is a FREE respite program where children, youth and young adults with special needs (VIPs) make new friends, play fun games, enjoy crafts, stories, music and more! Meanwhile, their parents/caregivers can enjoy time away from their ongoing care-giving responsibilities for two hours.
Mar
4
12:00 PM12:00
Senior Adult Luncheon
Come enjoy great food and fellowship while hearing an impactful message from our speaker for the afternoon.
Mar
1
to Mar 3
7Hills Student Conf.
Seven Hills Student Conference empowers and connects students of the metro east to grow deeper in their faith with God. Students will gather for two days for dynamic preaching, authentic worship, challenging breakout sessions, community and friendship – this is a weekend you won’t want to miss!
Mar
1
to Mar 31
FBCO For Life | Donations for the Homeless
InExcelsis (an STL Homeless Ministry) has just purchased a Mobile Shower Unit. FBCO for Life will be collecting supplies to facilitate showers for this ministry. In the month of March, there will be ‘buckets’ at the two entrances for donations. List of items needed will be posted on the collection boxes.
Feb
25
6:00 PM18:00
Men's Events, Student Events, Women's Events, YA Events, Single Adult Events, Preteen Events, Kids Events
Baptism Night
If you’ve accepted Jesus as your Savior & are ready to take that first step of obedience in Christ, we’d love to help you do just that! Join us for Baptism Night & invite your friends & family to witness this impactful moment in your life! Sign up here to let us know you’re coming.
Feb
23
6:00 PM18:00
Daddy Daughter Night
Daddy Daughter Night will be a fun night for fathers and daughters to make a small craft, play games together, and make memories that will last for years to come. This is open to fathers and their daughters from Pre-K to 5th grade.
Feb
18
6:00 PM18:00
More Than Moms
Come connect with other moms of preschoolers & elementary age kids to find your complete identity as woman, wife, mother and most importantly—a child of God.
Feb
11
9:40 AM09:40
Embrace Grace Ministry | Recruiting Sponsors & Volunteers
FBCO's Embrace Grace Ministry offers a supportive Bible study community for single mothers who are navigating unexpected pregnancies. Currently, we are actively seeking sponsors for the mothers and volunteers to help with childcare, meals, transportation, and other needs during each class. If you are interested in getting involved, we invite you to visit our table in the Atrium on Sunday, February 4 or Sunday, February 11.
Feb
4
9:40 AM09:40
Embrace Grace Ministry | Recruiting Sponsors & Volunteers
FBCO's Embrace Grace Ministry offers a supportive Bible study community for single mothers who are navigating unexpected pregnancies. Currently, we are actively seeking sponsors for the mothers and volunteers to help with childcare, meals, transportation, and other needs during each class. If you are interested in getting involved, we invite you to visit our table in the Atrium on Sunday, February 4 or Sunday, February 11.
Feb
2
6:00 PM18:00
Buddy Break
Buddy Break is a FREE respite program where children, youth and young adults with special needs (VIPs) make new friends, play fun games, enjoy crafts, stories, music and more! Meanwhile, their parents/caregivers can enjoy time away from their ongoing care-giving responsibilities for two hours.
Jan
28
9:40 AM09:40
Pounding for the McDonald & Ross Families
On Sunday, January 28, we’d love for you to bring a pound of non-perishable food (or gift cards, common household supplies, etc.) to church to help us welcome our new ministry staff and their families to FBCO.
Jan
26
6:00 PM18:00
Jan
21
3:00 PM15:00
"Winter Bells" Handbell Concert
Westview Baptist Church gifted our handbell choir with new bells! This free concert will have something for everyone to enjoy as we dedicate our new bells for FBCO.
Jan
21
9:40 AM09:40
New LIFE Group for 30s/40s Adults
30s/40s Adults: Join us for this brand new Life Group for 30s/40s taught by Kevin Parsons and Paul Ramirez. Come find community and connection with others in a similar life stage.
Jan
14
6:00 PM18:00
More Than Moms
Come connect with other moms of preschoolers & elementary age kids to find your complete identity as woman, wife, mother and most importantly—a child of God.
Jan
14
to Feb 28
Mosaic Pregnancy & Health Center Bottles for Life Campaign
Help Mosaic Pregnancy and Health Centers reach out to women, men, and unborn babies with the Gospel. Pick up a baby bottle in the Atrium on Sunday, January 14 or Sunday, January 21, fill it with a check (made payable to Mosaic PHC) and/or bills and coins, and return it to FBCO anytime in February to Connection Point. Donations can also be accepted online at supportmosaic.org/donate.
Jan
6
5:00 PM17:00
Single Adults 40+ Potluck & Game Night
Singles age 40+: You are invited to join other older singles from FBCO for a night of fun and fellowship!
Dec
31
11:00 AM11:00
New Year's Eve Worship Services
Let’s end 2023 together at church on New Year’s Eve! We’ll have our usual worship experiences (9:40AM Blended / 11AM Modern) with LIFE Groups only for ages 3 and under.
Dec
31
9:40 AM09:40
New Year's Eve Worship Services
Let’s end 2023 together at church on New Year’s Eve! We’ll have our usual worship experiences (9:40AM Blended / 11AM Modern) with LIFE Groups only for ages 3 and under.
Dec
27
6:00 PM18:00
No Midweek Services
We will not have Midweek services for children, students, and adults on Wednesday, December 27.
Dec
24
to Jan 1
Church Offices Closed for the Holidays
The church offices will be closed after the last Christmas Eve service on Sunday, December 24 and will reopen on Tuesday, January 2 with normal business hours (8:30AM - 4:30PM, Mon - Thur). Our staff would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!