Events
Camp week is one of the most exciting weeks of the summer! This 5-day daycamp for children through young adults with special needs ages 5-25 years old will inspire, enrich, and connect each of us to others through the love of Christ with activities designed to meet their sensory needs as well as their understanding of Biblical truths.
If you're interested in learning more about our upcoming mission trip to Cuba in December 2025, we would love for you to attend our informational meeting on Wednesday, July 30 at 7PM in Room 123.
Empty Nesters or soon-to-be Empty Nesters: Join us for an evening where you can explore fresh perspectives, meet others on a similar journey, and savor an exceptional dining experience.
Come enjoy great food and fellowship while hearing an impactful message from our speaker for the afternoon.
The Bridge: A Special Night for Incoming 6th Graders
August 15 at 6:00 PM | North Gym
Incoming 6th graders and their families are invited to The Bridge—a fun, meaningful night to celebrate the start of a new season in First Students.
This 7-week study takes us back to the very beginning of time and explores God’s plans for us. Each Sunday morning of this series, we’ll hear a foundational message from Pastor Doug, and LIFE Groups will dive deep into that week’s topic even more.
To get the most out of this study, attend a LIFE Group every week and join a worship service every week. Engage, listen, and learn—and don’t be afraid to ask questions!
Promotion Sunday is coming—and it’s a big day for First Students!
Students will move up to their new grade-level LIFE Groups, and we’ll kick off our church-wide Genesis study, From the Start.
If you’ve accepted Christ as your Savior, we invite you to join us for the Lord’s Supper during our Worship Experiences on Sunday, August 24. Have questions? Call (618.632.6223) or email us.
Looking to join our church or find out more about us? Sign up here!
Each Sunday night, if you bring a new friend, you AND your friend will get a free First Students shirt!
Plus, we’ll have special treats every week (last year featured Raisin Cane’s, Crumbl Cookies, and more—stay tuned for what’s coming this year!).
Mark your calendars and get ready—Super Series starts Sunday, September 14 at 6:00 PM.
Enjoy a trip to Branson, MO in the fall and experience Sight & Sound Theatre’s “DAVID", enjoy a bountiful dinner at the Grand Country Buffet, explore the Top of the Rock’s Lost Canyon & Nature Trail, and view remarkable collections of artifacts at the Ancient Ozarks Natural History Museum. A significant Early Bird discount is available if you register BEFORE May 31!
Join us for one of the best events of the year—Underground Fall Retreat at Camp Mihaska! It’s a powerful time of community, games, worship, Bible study, and spiritual renewal.
Join us for Reach Our City, a one-day local mission experience where First Students will step out and serve our community in practical, impactful ways.
Join Pastor Doug and Vickie as you explore the Great Pyramids of Giza and other treasures of Egypt and piece together the life and times of one of the world's greatest ancient civilizations.
The 7Hills Student Conference is a powerful two-day experience for 6th–12th grade students from across the St. Louis Metro East. Gather with hundreds of students for a weekend of high-energy worship, biblical teaching, breakout sessions, and Gospel-centered community.
This is more than just a conference—it’s a moment to encounter Jesus, be equipped in your faith, and be empowered to live it out.
Join our 30s/40s Ministry on Thursday, July 17 for a Date Night with just you and your spouse! Come enjoy a night without the kids and invest in your most important relationship. We'll play a few fun games, but mostly, we'll provide a space for you to rekindle the flame and reconnect with each other.
Come enjoy great food and fellowship while hearing an impactful message from our speaker for the afternoon.
It's time for a fun trip to the Lake! Register ASAP as spots are limited! We will only have snacks and water at Carlyle Lake.
Summer Kickoff is happening Sunday, June 22 and it’s going to be one of the best nights of the summer! You won’t want to miss the start of it all — mark your calendar, invite your friends, and get ready for an unforgettable season.
Magnified! VBS will encourage kids to look closely at the details of God’s amazing world and magnify, or proclaim, the greatness of God. God made us, cares about us, loves us, forgives us, and is faithful to keep all His promises to us. We can praise God together! We were made to magnify God!
Come enjoy great food and fellowship while hearing an impactful message from our speaker for the afternoon.
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.
If you’ve accepted Christ as your Savior, we invite you to join us for the Lord’s Supper during our Midweek Worship Experience on Wednesday, May 28. Have questions? Call (618.632.6223) or email us.
Our summer office hours are Monday through Thursday from 9:00AM to 3:00PM. If you need assistance outside of those days/times, please email us.
Mark your calendars and come to church prepared to vote on our proposed 2025 - 2026 annual budget.
We will clean, paint, build, and complete various projects to prepare the camp for summer. Everyone will have tasks, regardless of skill level or physical ability. Sign up in the church bookstore!
FBCO Members: We encourage you to make plans to join us for our Annual Church Conference!
Join us for a Q&A session to ask any questions you may have after reviewing our proposed 2025 - 2026 annual budget.
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.
Come enjoy great food and fellowship while hearing an impactful message from our speaker for the afternoon.
More than Moms is a place for moms with kids 12th grade and under to share a meal, feel encouraged, be equipped and engage with other moms all while applying the gospel to our everyday lives.
Come connect with other moms to find your complete identity as woman, wife, mother and most importantly—a child of God.
Looking to join our church or find out more about us? Sign up here!
We are excited to honor the Class of 2025 during our Senior Recognition Sunday! Seniors will be brought on stage, prayed over, and recognized as we celebrate this important milestone. Each senior will also receive a special gift from Pastor Doug and Pastor Mariano!
Join us for a special night as we celebrate our high school students and honor the Class of 2025! This evening will be filled with a delicious dinner, meaningful messages, and special time of encouragement as we send off our seniors.
FBCO For Life is collecting homeless donations for the warmer months. We will also serve the homeless on Saturday, June 7, from 9AM - 12PM. We will meet at the 7Hills Entrance at 8:15AM. Collection bins are at the Seven Hills Entrance and in the Atrium for donations. Please drop donations off by Thursday, June 5. Thank you!
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.
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The tomb where Jesus was laid following His crucifixion on Good Friday was discovered empty just three days later. Several witnesses report that Jesus has been seen alive, including Mary Magdalene, who encountered Him outside the tomb. This miraculous event is igniting hope and joy among His followers and spreading rapidly throughout the region. Stay tuned and join us for Easter Sunday at FBCO as we gather more details about Jesus’ astounding resurrection and its implications for all who believe!
Help us make a fantastic first impression on Easter Sunday!!
Golfers needed for a FBCO golf team in the Belleville Area Church Golf League. The league will play on Tuesdays after 5PM from April 15 - August 26 at Cardinal Creek Golf Course, Scott AFB.
If you’ve accepted Christ as your Savior, we invite you to join us for the Lord’s Supper during our Worship Experiences on Sunday, April 13. Have questions? Call (618.632.6223) or email us.
BCHFS strengthens families across Illinois by sharing hope in Christ. BCHFS wants to thank you for your support! To attend, please RSVP to nataya.gary@fbcofallon.org or call 618.632.6223 x5502.
If you’re interested in joining Disaster Relief to help those in need, please plan to attend the training at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Carlinville.
FBA invites you to their annual Spring Musical; a captivating showcase of talent, creativity, and the power of storytelling.
Come enjoy great food and fellowship while hearing an impactful message from our speaker for the afternoon.
