“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden."

Matthew 5:14

Announcements

Sunday, Feb. 12th
- 7:30 p.m. Deacon's Meeting
Tuesday, Feb. 14th
- Valentine's Day
Sunday, Feb. 19th
- 5:30 p.m. Business Meeting & Potluck
Saturday, Feb. 25th
- 8:30 a.m. Cultivate Discipleship & Evangelism Conference

Staff & Ministry Leaders

Pastor

Irvin Haken

Music director

Zach Cavett

Secretary

LeAnn Brewster

Piano
Karen McCombs
Organ
Ella Vogle
Women's Ministry
Heather Will
Children's Director
Stacie Griffith
Youth Leaders
Jason Harting, Zach Cavett

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Women's Ministry

Online Consent and Release FormPlease read all guidelines and polices below before filling out the consent/release form.
Form must be filled out by a parent or guardian.

• ONLINE Consent & Release Form

Download and Print the FormsIf you would rather download the PDF forms and print them you can do so by clicking on the forms below

• Student Ministry Enrollment
• FBC Release Form
• Dress Code

MISSION STATEMENT

The Children and Youth Ministries of Glencoe First Baptist Church will strive to nurture, educate, and provide opportunities for fellowship of our school-aged children and youth for the salvation of souls, to disciple their faith, and for ministering to spiritual, physical, and emotional needs

STUDENTS ENROLLED IN THE STUDENT MINISTRY PROGRAM MUST COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING CRITERIA:
Parents or guardians must fill out and sign a consent release form that provides the church with contact information.
Students will be expected to behave, be respectful, attend regularly, dress appropriately, and to participate in classroom assignments such as memory verses and Bible readings, etc.
Students will be rewarded for meeting those expectations by getting to participate in events or trips paid for by the church.STUDENTS WILL BE REQUIRED TO ADHERE TO ALL OF THE FOLLOWING CHURCH RULES AND POLICIES:DRESS CODE:
- Shorts must extend beyond the finger tips.
- Skirts must reach the top of the knee.
- Sleeveless shirts must extend all the way to the shoulder seam.
- Yoga pants, leggings, tights, or biker shorts MUST have a long shirt or dress covering them.
- NO tank tops, shirts cut down the sides, racer back tops, midriff or cleavage baring tops, spaghetti straps, tube tops, or sports bra tops.BEHAVIOR:
Students will be expected to behave in a respectful manner.
Students whether they are dropped off, walk, or ride the bus must follow all church rules and will not be allowed to leave church premises during service or class times unless the parent contacts church leaders.
There should be no public displays of affection between students.
All weapons, drugs, alcohol, smoking, and vaping paraphernalia are banned from church premises and are not allowed on the church bus, van, or at any activity or event.
When a student has a pattern of misbehavior, parents will be informed and involved.
Church leaders may restrict a student from participating in the ministry program when there is a question about the health or safety of others.
Students may be suspended or sent home for serious violations.CELL PHONES:
Students enrolled in the ministry program with the acknowledgement of their parents, will have their phones securely stored. Phones will be stored while students are present in Sunday School classes, Church Services, Wednesday Night Bible Study classes, camps or other events where their focus should be on the Lord.
When parents are present with their children and they do not want to have their phones stored, then the parents will be responsible for making sure their children are not using their phones irresponsibly.BUSING:
Students must be at least 4 years old to ride the bus.
Students will be expected to behave appropriately while riding the bus.
Students must keep their hands, arms, and heads inside the bus at all times.
Students must remain seated while the bus is in motion.
No throwing objects on the bus.
No screaming, or foul language allowed.
If a student rides the bus, they must ride the bus home unless the driver is notified ahead of time.Parents may call or text the following leaders in case of an emergency:
- Irvin Haken, pastor 405-880-2200
- Zach Cavett, youth 405-742-4418
- Stacie Griffith, children 405-612-9073
- Nick Litviak, youth 480-510-9598
- Jason Harting, youth, bus driver 405-612-5619

GLENCOE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH CONSENT AND RELEASE FORM
Effective for the duration of time in GFBC Children/Youth Ministry for all church activities

CELL PHONES
I agree and give consent that my child[ren]’s cell phone may be taken by church leaders and stored in a secure location during
services, classes, and events.
DRESS CODE
I understand and agree that my child[ren] will be required to follow the church dress code and acknowledge that they may be
sent home if they are not dressed accordingly.
BEHAVIOR
I understand that my child[ren] are expected to behave in a respectful manor. All weapons, drugs, alcohol, smoking, and vaping paraphernalia are banned from the church premises, the bus, and van. I understand and consent that church leaders can restrict my child[ren] from participating in the ministry program when there is a question about the safety of others and they may be suspended or sent home for serious violations.
TRANSPORTATION RELEASE
I give consent for my child[ren] to ride the church bus or van. I understand that my child[ren] must follow all rules set for riding the bus and the rules for an event or activity. Should it be necessary for my child[ren] to return home due to medical reasons, disciplinary actions, or otherwise, the parent or guardian shall assume all transportation costs and responsibility. I do hereby release the First Baptist Church of Glencoe and it’s representatives, sponsors, employees, trustees, teachers and volunteers of any liability or responsibility in the event that my child[ren] may be injured while riding in the church bus or van.
In the event that my child[ren] walks or drives themselves to and from a church activity or event, I do hereby release the First Baptist Church of Glencoe and it’s representatives, sponsors, employees, trustees, teachers and volunteers of any liability or responsibility if they do not use the transportation provided by the church. I understand and agree that my child[ren] will be required to follow all rules set forth by the church.
If your child[ren] will be riding the church bus, they must ride it home unless the driver is informed ahead of time. Church leaders need to know in advance if someone else will be picking up your child.
LIABILITY RELEASE
I give permission and hereby allow my child[ren] to participate fully in any and all of the First Baptist Church of Glencoe’s children/youth ministry activities and events which includes: Sunday School, Sunday morning and evening worship services, Wednesday night Bible study, parties, retreats, lock-ins, trips, Falls Creek, Camp Lela, and Vacation Bible School.
I understand that my child[ren]’s participation involves risks of accidental personal injury from various causes and do hereby
assume all risks and release, forever discharge, and agree to hold harmless the First Baptist Church of Glencoe, and it’s representatives including employees, trustees, volunteers, teachers, and sponsors from any and all liability, claims or demands for accidental personal injury, sickness or death, as well as property damages or other expenses of any nature which may be incurred while involved in the children/youth activities and/or events.
PROMOTIONAL RELEASE
I understand that my child[ren]’s picture, video, audio, or other visual reproductions may be taken during church-related activities and may be used in promotional materials, power points, or on the church website or Facebook page. I grant the First Baptist Church of Glencoe permission to use and re-use any image[s] taken during any event. Use of the image[s] may be done in any medium now existing or subsequently developed.
I waive my right to inspect or approve any text or copy that is used in connection with the image[s] and release and discharge the First Baptist Church of Glencoe from any and all claims arising out of the use of the image[s] for the purposes described above.By filling out the online form or physical forms I am agreeing with it's contents.
I understand that all medical consent and release statements do not expire and confirm my agreement to all medical consent and release statements.

• Consent & Release Form