First Baptist baptizes 25

Palm Coast Observer
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First Baptist Church of Palm Coast baptized 25 new believers ages 6 to 84, Sunday, Sept. 25, at its annual church picnic and ocean baptism.

The tradition began when the church participated in the Halifax Baptist Association’s ocean baptism several years ago, in Daytona Beach.

“We participated with seven candidates and really had a great response for our people,” said the Rev. Dennis Littleton. “We decided to do it every year.”

Being in close proximity to the ocean, the church decided to make the ocean baptism an annual event.

Neveah, a ladies gospel group, provided music at the event, and Littleton presented “A Hand With Baptism,” an evangelistic piece explaining baptism.

IN BRIEF
+ Parkview Baptist feeds city of Palm Coast employees
Everything from omelets to muffins and fruit and pancakes were served Thursday, Sept. 29, to 300 city of Palm Coast employees, by Parkview Baptist Church.

“Project after project, and event after event, the city has been fantastic to work with, and we wanted to tangibly express our appreciation for the wonderful work they do,” said the Rev. Greg Peters. Besides, which one of us doesn’t need an encouragement from time to time, and which organization couldn’t use a morale boost? We were honored to serve these great men and women. We love our city, and we want everyone to know it.”

+ First Church to host food giveaway Saturday, Oct. 8
The Women’s Missionary Society of First Church of Palm Coast will host a free food giveaway for those in need 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8, at the church, 91 Old Kings Road N. Call 446-5759.

+ PCUMC and Christ Lutheran announce Trunk-or-Treat
Palm Coast United Methodist Church will hold its annual trunk-or-treat event 5:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 31, at the church, 5200 Belle Terre Parkway.

This is an annual event that provides a safe and fun Halloween experience for kids of all ages, according to the church. Admission to trunk or treat is a donation of nonperishable food items for the Bunnell Food Resource Center. Cars located at the east end of the church lot will be decorated for the holiday, with goodies ready to be given out from trunks and cargo areas to all costumed friends. Call 445-1600.

Christ Lutheran Church will also host a trunk-or-treat event 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 29, at the church, 2323 N. State St. There will be games, a costume contest, cookie decorating, prizes, surprises and raffles, as well as food and soft drinks. All are welcome.