Missions Coat Drive
Join us for the Missionary Coat Drive, aimed at collecting new and gently used coats for elementary through high school students. We will be collecting coats on Sundays, October 6, 13, and 20, at the rear of the nursery. For those participating online, feel free to mail your coats to FBCLG at 771 Somerset St. [READ MORE]
Bereavement Circle
The Bereavement Circle is a safe space for those who are bereaved, to share, connect, and grow. Sessions will take place every Tuesday at 7pm and will end on November 5th. This is a virtual event. Click on the graphic to register!
Election Watch Party
Join us for the 2024 Election Watch Party on Tuesday, November 5th! The evening will begin with a Prayer Service in the Sanctuary from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., followed by fun, food, and fellowship from 8:00 p.m. until midnight. Enjoy games and community as we watch the election results together. This is a hybrid event, [READ MORE]
In-Person Bible Study
Join us tonight, November 6th, at 6 PM in the Sanctuary for a Sacred Space of prayer, meditation, and emotional support as we process the election together. Bible Study follows at 7 PM, both in person and online, focusing on the “Aftermath of the Election.”
Pattern Breakers
Join us on Thursday, November 7th at 7 PM for Pattern Breakers: Breaking Through Generational Trauma, a virtual workshop hosted by FBCLG's Mental Health & Pastoral Care Ministry. Led by Brie Jennings, a masters-level counselor and certified grief recovery specialist, this session will explore how generational trauma affects individuals, families, and communities. Through guided exercises and [READ MORE]
87th Church Anniversary
Join us as we celebrate FBCLG’s 87th Church Anniversary on Sunday, November 10th! We are honored to welcome guest preacher Rev. Dr. Jacqueline Thompson, Senior Pastor of Allen Temple Baptist Church in Oakland, California. It will be a powerful day of worship and reflection as we give thanks for 87 years of ministry. Don’t miss [READ MORE]
Table Talk: Friendsgiving
Hey young adults! You're invited to our special TableTalk: Friendsgiving Edition at FBCLG! Join us for an evening of fellowship, as we come together to reflect on the season of gratitude. This isn't your typical TableTalk—we're adding a Thanksgiving twist with a delicious meal, great conversation, games, and a chance to connect more deeply. Whether [READ MORE]
Hope After Loss
Join us for “Hope After Loss” a virtual 5-week educational bereavement series that will walk you through the various stages of dealing with a loss from the preparation stage to turning your mourning into joy. This 5-week series will help guide you through navigating this difficult space. The first session will take place on November [READ MORE]
Thanksgiving Food Drive
The Missions Ministry is hosting FBCLG’s Thanksgiving Outreach! From Wednesday, November 6th through Thursday, November 21st, we’ll be collecting nonperishable food items to support families in need. Donations can be dropped off on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. or on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 9:45 am. Requested nonperishable food items include Corn [READ MORE]
Future Moguls
FBCLG's Future Moguls Investment Community is committed to providing our community with the knowledge on how our community can be the best stewards of their God-given resources. This workshop will feature Judith Lee, senior vice president and wealth management advisor at Merrill Lynch who will offer her expertise on financial planning. This virtual event will [READ MORE]
The Living Strong One of Our Ancestors is With Us (10 am – 11 am) Black Faith & Black Politics in America: The Enduring Struggle for Liberation (11:15 am – 12:30 pm)
For detailed course descriptions on our adult courses please visit our Freedom School Page. Click the graphic for more information.
Your Voice Matters: Who is Jesus Calling Me to Be? (Grades K-12)
In the final Freedom School Trimester, students will explore "Your Voice Matters: Who is Jesus Calling Me to Be?"—a course empowering youth to use their voices for change in their communities and the world. Through the teachings of Jesus and stories of contemporary advocates, students will engage with topics like voting rights, mental health, and [READ MORE]
