First Baptist Church of South Orange

09/08/2026

⚠️ New location

Do you provide care for a loved one who is young or elderly? Are you a caregiving professional? At times, it can feel overwhelming. God is concerned about what concerns you.

If you would like to see what God's Word says about the direction He is leading you in, meet us at The Orange House Cafe (32 Lincoln Avenue in Orange) on Saturday, Sept. 12, at 1 pm for "Pursuing Christ While Providing Care." The group will meet on the second Saturday of each month.

🔗 Explore more of our FBCSO Life Groups here: fbcso.org/lifegroups

🤔 Is God calling you to form an FBCSO Life Group? Email [email protected]

09/08/2026

☀ Morning Meditation: You've been marked by the cross of Jesus Christ.
Being in Christ should produce recognizable change. The pastor challenges believers to examine whether their responses to anger, disappointment, criticism, loss, and frustration look different because they have encountered Jesus.

🙏 Reflection: If I am a new creation in Christ, what evidence of transformation can I see in the way I think, speak, respond to conflict, and treat other people?

📖 Key Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:17​

▶️ Take a deeper dive into this week's sermon "If Any Man Be in Christ" on FBCSO's YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/q3bZAb1mdwk

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09/07/2026

Are you a student or do you know a student at Seton Hall University who is away from home? Are you looking for a church community while you're in college? Pastor Terry Richardson invites you to make FBCSO your home away from home.

*We'll reach out to your church home and coordinate so you can continue your ministry in South Orange.
*We'll keep you covered in prayer and in community.
*FBCSO is a short 15-minute walk from campus.

Email us at [email protected] for details.

09/07/2026

While you're at the barbecue today, ask the men if they have been screened.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.
💙 Did you know? 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime, but early detection can save lives.

✅ Talk to your doctor
✅ Know your risk factors
✅ Encourage the men you care about to get screened

09/06/2026

Please note that the Administrative Office of FBCSO is closed on Monday, Sept. 6, for the Labor Day holiday. Be blessed and stay safe 🙏

09/05/2026

Reminder: Tomorrow, Sept 6, will be our last summer Sunday for the season with only one Worship Service at 9:45 am.

09/04/2026

🐳 Registration is now open! All FBCSO families and friends are invited to join us for this Project Build Fundraiser at Sight & Sound Theaters to experience "Jonah: Live on Stage!"

Purchase includes transportation to and from FBCSO, the live show, and a smorgasbord lunch. This is truly a unique experience for the whole family.

Sign up now:
*to make convenient payments and get your tickets
*sponsor a member to participate
*or donate to this Project Build fundraiser

🔗 Click here: https://bit.ly/4g6IuHw

09/04/2026

🦋 Join us in July 2027 as we Take Flight and help our youth (ages 5-17) lift their eyes above life's challenges and discover God's faithfulness in all circumstances.

Vacation Bible School will run Monday, July 12, through Friday, July 16, from 9 am - 6 pm, with an end of program celebration on Saturday, July 17, at 12 pm.

Secure your child or teen's spot now or sponsor a young person by clicking here: https://bit.ly/4bwBf9c

09/04/2026

🙏🏾Morning prayer: Heavenly Father, thank You that no circumstance places us beyond the reach of Jesus.
When we are desperate like Jairus, teach us to come to You.
When we have suffered for a long time, like the woman with the issue of blood, give us determination to press through every obstacle and reach for You in faith.
When interruptions delay us and negative reports frighten us, help us hear Your voice saying, “Do not be afraid; only believe.”
Teach us to revere You, request of You, and remain in You no matter what things look like. Strengthen our faith to trust that sickness, fear, disappointment, opposition, and even death do not have the final word—Jesus does.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.